BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:36307@arabamerica.com DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260512T180612Z URL:https://www.arabamerica.com/events/brushstrokes-for-palestine-3/ SUMMARY:Brushstrokes for Palestine DESCRIPTION:OCA Mocha Arbutus\, MD\n\n \;\n\nAct as a witness\, paint w ith purpose\, stand with Palestine!\n\nUnleash your creativity with Camels and Chai!\n\nJoin us for a hands-on Painting Workshop at OCA Mocha in Arb utus\, MD. This class is not just about painting. It's about remembering. The Palestinian people have faced unimaginable loss\, and yet their cultur e\, their symbols\, and their spirit continue. We paint as an act of witne ss.\n\nDate: June 13\, 2026\nTime: 12:00–2:00 PM\nLocation: OCA Mocha \, Arbutus\, MD\n\nUsing acrylic paint and guided instruction\, you'll pai nt the Palestinian flag on canvas\, but not just any flag. Each layer of t he flag will tell its own story: a sideways watermelon as the red triangle \, a wall of bricks in black\, a kuffiyeh pattern in black and white\, and a green stripe adorned with olive branches. You will leave with a paintin g that carries meaning far beyond the canvas.\n\nTo reflect that commitmen t beyond the canvas\, 50% of proceeds from this class will be donated to W orld Central Kitchen\, a DMV-based nonprofit by Chef Jose Andres\, that ha s been delivering over 1 million hot meals daily in Gaza.\n\nAt Camels and Chai\, we specialize in Islamic art–inspired workshops that combine cre ativity\, learning\, and reflection. During our sessions\, you’ll explor e the history behind the geometric patterns while creating your own piece in a calm\, fun\, and hands-on environment. No prior art experience is nee ded\, and all materials are provided.\n\nWhether you’re curious about Is lamic art\, looking for a relaxing creative activity\, or just want to try something new\, this class is perfect for anyone!\n\nYour Ticket Includes :\n\n 🎨\; 2 hours of step-by-step painting instruction\n 🖌 \;️\; All art supplies to create your design and take it home\n &#x 1f4b2\; $35 per person\n 👭\; Bring a friend and make it a creative outing!\n\nInterested in more Camels and Chai events?\n\nKeep track of ou r upcoming workshops on our [www.camelsandchai.com] or follow us on Instag ram [@camelsandchai] and Facebook [Camels and Chai] for updates. You can a lso reach us via email at camelsandchai@gmail.com ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.arabamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2 026/05/image-85.webp CATEGORIES:Arab American,Community LOCATION:OCA Mocha\, 5410 East Drive\, Arbutus\, MD\, 21227\, United States GEO:39.248443;-76.694078 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=5410 East Drive\, Arbutus\, MD\, 21227\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=OCA Mocha:geo:39.24 8443,-76.694078 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR