The Arab Center of Washington (ACW) is a cultural organization dedicated to promoting the rich and vibrant Arab culture in Washington State.

Moroccan Cultural Series runs March through May

Lamp Shop - Morocco

The Arab Center of Washington in association with WAMA partners with Seattle Public Library to launch the Moroccan Cultural Series March through May. Join the community celebration of the Moroccan vibrant culture through storytelling, readings, book clubs, film screenings and discussions and enjoy a family all day event at the Arab Cultural Day on April 25th.

Film Screening and Discussion: “Ali Zaoua: Prince of the Streets” by Nabil Ayouch

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03/21/2010 - 2:00pm
03/21/2010 - 4:00pm

Audience: Adults and Teens
Language: English

Ali, Omar, Boubker and Kouka have been living on the portside of Casablanca after rebelling against Dib and his gang. In constant fear of Dib’s revenge Ali dreams of discovering a miracle island with two suns far from his reality. Instead of finding his island in the dream, Ali and his friends are confronted with Dib's gang. Matters are getting serious.

Join us for the film screening and the moderated discussion afterwards at the Seattle Central Library, Microsoft Auditorium.

This event is part of the Morrocan Cultural Series with Seattle Library and Seattle Reads “Secret Son” setting for author Laila Lalami's visit to Seattle May 6-10, 2010.

Arab Cultural Day-Focus on Morocco

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04/25/2010 - 12:00pm
04/25/2010 - 3:00pm

Come join members of the Moroccan and larger Arab community at this free family event.  Experience the hospitality, the sites and the sounds of a vibrant culture that is the setting for Laila Lalami's book "Secret Son". Enjoy tea and desserts and children's activities that include storytelling, henna (washable) and mosaic design. Visit the educational table displaying maps, books and other media that portray the Arab world.  Look at the beautiful arts and crafts of Morocco and watch a children's fashion show. Town Hall Seattle 1119 8th Avenue Seattle, WA 98101-2738

Special Book Club Event at Seattle Public Library

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04/01/2010 - 6:30pm
04/01/2010 - 7:45pm

Join the Seattle Reads/Seattle Public Library Book Group and ACW's Book Club at the Lake City Way Branch


On April 1st from 630pm-745pm we will be discussing her latest book, The Secret Son.
at the Lake City Way Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. N.E. Seattle, WA 98125


Join us for a lively discussion.
Please email Oraib at oraib.khalifeh@gmail.com or Laila at laila@arabcenter.net for more information.