January 2026 Newsletter
OUR MISSION:To foster the understanding, appreciation, and preservation of Arabic cultures.
OUR VISION: One world, united through the power of Arts & Culture.
Dear Alif community,
Another year lived, another page turned, and once again a list that holds equal parts hope and possibility. More to learn, more of our heritage to share, more history to preserve, more culture to grow and evolve, and more new friends to meet.
I am grateful for a home like Alif to make it all possible. Looking forward to all the memories we will make together in 2026.
In appreciation,
Mouna AbdelhamidExecutive Director
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Upcoming Programs & Events
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Join us for an advanced screening of the movie everyone is talking about, All That’s Left of You. The movie begins at 3:00 pm but come at 2:15 pm and have a Palestinian-style lunch of maftool with chickpeas, onions & chicken in a tomato sauce (vegetarian version without chicken), salad, dessert. Grab your tickets ($10) and lunch ($15) by visiting our Movie Nights page.
Click the banner above to find out about all our Arabic Language classes for KIDS and ADULTS starting in January! If you are new to the program, be sure to connect with us at the in-person Open House at ALIF INSTITUTE on January 10 (12pm -3pm) or virtually on January 17 (12pm - 1pm). Questions? EMAIL US and we’ll be happy to help.
Alif’s Winter/Spring 2026 Arabic Music Program is open for registration! Offerings include oud and tabla/derbakeh classes and workshops, Ladies Arabic Chorus, and Arabic Music Jam Sessions. Click HERE or EMAIL US for more details.
Announcing our Summer 2026 Zaytoona Arabic Cultural Immersion Camp for children! REGISTRATION is now open. Last year was a huge success and the word is spreading fast! Space is very limited, so don’t wait until the last minute…Click HERE or EMAIL US for more information.
Alif’s Youth Group is planning a fun evening of trivia competition open to everyone from ages 13 to 100! Don’t delay! Grab some team members and sign up before tables are gone. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! Space is very limited, so don’t wait until the last minute…Click HERE or EMAIL US for more information.
Alif is ready once again to bring community together to celebrate our shared traditions! Tickets and sponsorships are available for our Ramadan Iftar & Lent Dinner. As we will probably be inside, space will be limited again this year. Last year we sadly had to close registration, so please make plans to attend ASAP!…Click HERE or EMAIL US for more information.
Community Announcements:
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