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October 4, 2007 |
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We are very pleased to host FOUR exciting Networking Events for the month of OCTOBER. (For additional information and to RSVP reference the individual posts below.)
We also wanted to remind you that the last day for early conference registration is tomorrow. Make sure to get the early bird rate.
Also, check out Ray Hanania's view of the move " The Kingdom" in our blog, the trailer for Open Heart, a documentary playing as part of the Boston Palestine Film Festival and upcoming community events! |
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BLOG POST: HANANIA: "THE KINGDOM" MOVIE REVIEW
 If you saw the previews, you may have been leary of Hollywood's latest flick on a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia. In this week's blog, Ray Hanania, an award winning columnist and author, tackles the issues of Arab's portrayal in the media and, specifically, in the Kingdom.
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VIDEO OF THE WEEK: OPEN HEART BY CLAIRE FOWLER
Make sure you don't miss the festival's closing party at 9:30 pm on October 7th in Casablanca restaurant.
OPEN HEART by Claire Fowler - Palestine, 2006, 22 min: In this documentary, Claire Fowler follows a dramatic life or death crisis; a baby must have surgery to repair a congenital heart defect, to get help his West Bank family must journey to Jerusalem by way of several checkpoints. A gut-wrenching examination of a life-or-death crisis made worse by the ever-present infrastructure of military occupation.
Click here to watch the trailer. |
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5TH: EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS FOR NAAP CONFERENCE
 NAAP's National Conference in NYC is right around the corner! Early registration ends this Friday!! Make sure to book the early bird rate!
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6: NAAP-BOSTON'S 3RD ANNUAL NIGHT OF GENEROSITY -- LAYLIT KARAM IS HERE!
 Join us for an exciting night of giving, celebration, lively conversations, delicious food, music and games all the while mingling with old friends and fellow NAAPers.
Weather permitting, you may enjoy sheesha on Andala's terrace!
Let's give back to our community -- Please plan to come with canned food in hand (non-perishable items only). All donations will be brought to the Greater Boston Food Bank.
Price: $20 with RSVP / $25 at the door /$10 for children under 10. Please RSVP to Tania.
To view pictures from last year, visit our photo album.
Bring a colleague, a friend or a mate! See you there!
When: Saturday October 6, 2007 8:30 p.m. Where: Andala Coffeehouse (lower level) 282 Franklin Street, Cambridge, MA Contact: Tania tania@naaponline.org | |
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14: FIRST SECOND SUNDAY SOCIAL OF THE FALL!
 Come join us for the first social of fall!
This month's social will be held @ Andala Coffeehouse. Join fellow NAAPers for a relaxing Sunday evening of sheesha, tea and lively conversations where you will be socializing, meeting like-minded professionals and learning about upcoming activities & events.
We have an exciting agenda lined-up for the rest of the year to include NAAP's 4th Annual Conference in NYC!
Yalla... see you on the 14th!
When: Sunday October 14, 2007 6 - 8 pm
Where: Andala Coffeehouse 286 Franklin Street Cambridge, MA
Contact: Tania tania@naaponline.org
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25: A DINNER AND TALK WITH DR. HENRY D. ASTARJIAN, AUTHOR OF "THE STRUGGLE FOR KIRKUK: THE RISE OF HUSSEIN, OIL, AND THE DEATH OF TOLERANCE IN IRAQ"
 Dr. Astarjian has a unique perspective on the war in Iraq and the tensions in the Middle East. His book is a mix of his life story in Iraq and the political events and ethnic tensions during that time, but only as he experienced them!
Come hear a fascinating story, have great food and network. You will also have a chance to walk away with an autographed copy of Dr. Astarjian's book!
Price: $25 with RSVP/$30 at the door. Please RSVP to Tania by Tuesday, October 23.
*** Sabra Restaurant is T-accessible ***
When: Thursday October 25, 2007 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: Sabra Restaurant, 45 Union Street, Newton Center, MA
Price: $25 with RSVP/$30 at the door
Contact: Tania tania@naaponline.org
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25TH: INTERNATIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE NIGHT
 In Partnership with SYNERGY, NAAP-Boston is excited to host International Night on Thursday, October 25 at SAINT.
SYNERGY: A series of events connecting like-minded professionals with a shared love for good people, great music and amazing art. Join us as we re-define Boston's nightlife scene. Meet an eclectic group of outgoing professionals in a high-energy setting.
DJ Reaz and DJ Farhan spinning a blend of world club, Arabic and international house music!
Live belly dancing performance at midnight.
Doors open at 10 pm. Creative attire recommended to match the theme & come early to escape the lines!
*** RSVPs are REQUIRED to be included on the invite list and must be received no later than 6pm on Tuesday, October 23rd, please contact Noreen at noreen@naaponline.org ***
$20 at the door with portions of the proceeds going to NAAP-Boston! This is an exclusive event with limited capacity.
It will be a night full of music, dance and fun and your support will help us in our fundraising efforts for the NAAP National Conference in NYC!
When: Thursday October 25, 2007 10 pm
Where: SAINT 90 Exeter Street Boston, MA
Contact: Noreen noreen@naaponline.org
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS |
At NAAP-Boston, we support different groups in our community. If you would like to submit an event, click here and select "Community Events and Notices" from the Submissions drop down list.
Click on the links below for details of upcoming community events.
10/3 - 12/5: Fares Center Fall Lectures
11/2 - 11/4: Arab Dance Seminar
11/2 -3 : Visions of Struggle: Women's Filmmaking in the Mediterranean
11/16: Marcel Khalife on tour
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