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Arab American Voicalist Usama Baalbaki to Perform at National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event, April 16, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 24, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16th, Arab American Arab vocalist Usama Baalbaki will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab … Continued

Arab American Voicalist Nibal Malshi to Perform at National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event, April 16, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 18, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16th, Arab American Arab vocalist Nibal Malshi will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab … Continued

Arab American Comedian Yasmine Elhady to Perform at National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event, April 16, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 11, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16th, Arab American comedian Yasmin Ehady will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab American … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces Speakers and Performers for National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event, April 16, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 4, 2026 — On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Arab America Foundation (AAF) will present its Ninth Annual National Arab American Heritage Month Signature Event at Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA. This year’s theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” celebrates the diversity of Arab American … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces National Arab American Heritage Month in April 2026: Many Voices, One Community

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, DC — February 4, 2026 — This April, the Arab America Foundation proudly celebrates National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM), honoring the rich history, diversity, and enduring contributions of Arab Americans across the United States. The 2026 theme, “Many Voices, One Community,” reflects the breadth of Arab American identities while affirming … Continued

The Labbadeh: Symbol of Lebanon

By: Robert Jackson / Arab America Contributing Writer The labbadeh, also spelled labbade, is a men’s hat that has been a part of Lebanese culture since ancient times. It is a conical cap, made from wool, is often worn with a scarf wrapped around it. Although its design has changed slightly over the millennia, the … Continued

Sponsors: Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit, October 24-25, 2025

Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit Sponsors A big THANK YOU to all of our sponsors. This event wouldn’t be possible without them. From local businesses to national organizations, we’re incredibly grateful for their support and look forward to seeing them at our event. If you want to become a sponsor or need more information, please … Continued

Arab America Foundation Announces Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit October 24-25, 2025 in New Jersey, New York

REGISTER HERE! For Immediate Release Washington DC (June 10, 2025): The Arab America Foundation is excited to announce the CONNECT Empowerment Summit to be held, on Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, 100 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, Teaneck, NJ. “The CONNECT Empowerment Summit is more than an … Continued

The Met Announces the Repatriation of 3 Stolen Artifacts to Iraq

By: Katie Beason / Arab American Contributing Writer This May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art announced that the institution is returning three artifacts stolen from Iraq to the custody of the Iraqi people. This announcement came in partnership with the Manhattan District Attorney’s Antiquities Trafficking Unit, which included these three Iraqi artefacts amongst the more … Continued

National Arab American Heritage Month Gains Momentum Across America in 2025

Photo credit: Arab America Foundation By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer The month of April is a significant time for cultural celebrations, recognition of diversity initiatives, and education within the Arab American community, as it has been officially designated as National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). During April, Arab Americans, community leaders, and … Continued

The Arab Coffeehouse Culture

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab coffeehouses have long been more than just venues to sip a warm drink; they have the scent of freshly made coffee, the rhythmic sounds of dice rolling on backgammon boards, and heated arguments over politics and poetry. For millennia, these cafés have been intellectual and social … Continued

Arab American Comedian Mohanad Elsheiky to Performerm at National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration, April 9, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) March 26, 2025–On Wednesday, April 9th, Arab American comedian Mohanad Elsheiky will perform at the ninth annual National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration at Amazon HQ Theater, with the theme “Honoring the past, inspiring the future.” Mohanad Elshieky is a stand-up comedian and writer known for his sharp political and … Continued

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