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Free Movie Night - Captain Abu Raed
Friday May 8, 2026 07:30 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: Free
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Join us for a special screening of Captain Abu Raed – a moving story of friendship, imagination, and quiet heroism.
7:00 PM – Film Screening (Free) Optional Dinner ($15 before the film) Menu: Malfoof (rolled cabbage with rice & ground beef), salad, dessert
Set in Amman, this award-winning film f... [click here for more]
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The Art of Arabic Cooking: Musakhan with chicken
Saturday May 9, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: $55-$80
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Join us for The Art of Arabic Cooking – a hands-on cultural experience at Alif Institute with guest chef Yasmine Makhlouf.
Learn how to make Palestinian Musakhan with chicken – a beloved dish rich in flavor, tradition, and history. From sumac to slow-cooked onions and warm taboon bread, this is Ar...
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Zaytoona Arabic Summer Camp
Monday June 8, 2026 09:00 AM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: $325/week
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Summer at Alif is more than a camp – it’s a place where language, culture, and childhood come together 🌿
Zaytoona Summer Camp is designed for our children to connect to Arabic in a way that feels joyful, natural, and alive – through art, music, stories, and play.
In a world that often pulls us a... [click here for more]
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Trivia Night at Alif!
Friday May 1, 2026 07:00 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: $25
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Join us for a fun-filled Trivia Night at Alif Institute – led by our Youth Group! Bring your smartest friends, test your knowledge, and compete for prizes in a night full of laughs, community, and friendly competition. 
Teams of up to 8 – come solo or with a crew, we’ve got you covered. Snacks, g...
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Adam wa Mishmish are coming to Alif Institute!
Saturday April 25, 2026 04:00 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: $35
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The beloved Arab children’s show Adam Wa Mishmish is coming to Alif Institute!
Join us for a joyful, musical experience where kids learn Arabic through songs, stories, and fun. Don’t know who they are? We’ll come and find out!
Saturday, April 25 at 4pm at Alif Institute
Perfect for little lear... [click here for more]
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Arab Cultural Day
Sunday April 19, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: Free
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Join us for Arab Cultural Day on Saturday, April 18 (12–5 pm) as we celebrate Arab American Heritage Month with a vibrant day of music, storytelling, workshops, and cultural experiences for all ages.
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Shadow Puppetry: A Journey into the Arab Mind – Presentation & Workshop with Dr.... [click here for more]
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Arabic Reading Lab
Saturday April 11, 2026 01:30 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: $210
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Introducing our “Arabic Reading Lab”: an 8-week program designed to build your reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension in Modern Standard Arabic (fusHa).
If you already know the alphabet and some basic vocabulary, this course will help you:
Read more accurately and confidently
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Free Movie Night: “The Voice of Hind Rajab”
Sunday March 22, 2026 03:00 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: Free
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“The Voice of Hind Rajab” is being screened at Alif Institute Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 3:00 pm.
In 2024, Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call. A 5-year-old girl is trapped in a car under fire in Gaza, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on the line, they do everything they ...
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The Art of Arabic Cooking: Makrout & Ma'amoul
Saturday March 14, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
Alif Institute
Cost: $50
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Two recipes. One beloved tradition. 🌙✨
Join us for The Art of Arabic Cooking as we prepare two traditional date cookie recipes in celebration of Easter and Eid.
🥮 Ma’amoul from the Al-Sham (Levant) region 🍪 Makrout from the North African region
Same sweet date filling – different techniques, tex... [click here for more]
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Ramadan Iftar & Lent Dinner
Saturday February 21, 2026 06:00 PM EST
Alif Institute
Cost: $35- $55
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Join us for our Annual Ramadan Iftar & Lent Dinner at Alif Institute, a joyful, family-friendly evening celebrating shared traditions, faith, and community. From fasting to breaking bread together, this gathering offers a meaningful way to preserve and pass on these traditions across generations.
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Oud Workshop
Saturday January 24, 2026 02:00 PM EST
Alif Institute
Cost: $35
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Have you always wanted to try playing the Oud?
Whether you have a Oud, but haven't had the time to try it, or you want to grab one from us. Join us for a hands-on Oud Workshop and experience the soulful sound of one of the most iconic instruments in Arabic music. Whether you’re a complete beginne...
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Tabla Derbakeh Drum Workshop
Tuesday January 20, 2026 06:30 PM EST
Alif Institute
Cost: $35
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At Alif, we don’t just listen to Arabic music – we preserve it, pass it on, and keep it alive through practice. The tabla (derbakeh) is more than an instrument; it’s memory, rhythm, and community in your hands. Whether you’re a beginner or already tapping along, come play, learn, and help carry this...
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Another internationally acclaimed film - Movie Night at Alif
Sunday January 11, 2026 03:00 PM EST
Alif Institute
Cost: $10
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You’ve all seen the previews and heard the hype; and it’s actually here in Atlanta. Join us for a special screening of All That’s Left of You - the internationally acclaimed film that premiered at Sundanceand was Jordan’s official submission for the Academy Awards (Best International Feature).
Cel...
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Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Alif Institute, Embry Hills/I85