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Islamic Calligraphy: A Course for Beginners!
Taught by Elinor Aishah Holland Calligraphy is the most prominent art in Islamic culture. Having its roots in the Qur’an, the practice of calligraphy is a multidimensional endeavor. The practice of calligraphy requires patience and discipline, develops understanding of space and design, and, as the calligrapher develops, engages the intellect in a contemplative way. Mastery [...]
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Spring 2012 Programs
We are so excited to announce our programs for Spring 2012! Spring Course Guide: (March 3rd – May 26th 2012) Introductory Arabic An introduction to the Arabic language for adults. A brief module on reading will be followed by basic vocabulary and sentence structure. Saturdays, 6-8pm. Islamic Art & Calligraphy Learn about Islamic Art and [...]
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GoJu Ryu Karate Do
Dai Sensei Kayo Ong in krane stance with bo Kow Loon (Kayo) Ong is a ninth degree black belt in Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate Do. After trying several different styles of martial arts, Kayo settled on GoJu Ryu after Sensei Akira Kawakami brought the Okinawan system to the U.S through Sensei Thomas Boddie’s Uptown Dojo. [...]
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Group Visits
Park51 has welcomed university classes, organizations, tour groups, national delegations, schools, and others to visit our growing center and participate in customized workshops. Popular Workshop topics have included: • The American-Muslim Context (past, present, and future) • Introduction to Islam • The current Park51 exhibit (previously NYC Children, new exhibit TBA) Other topics may be [...]
Events
TONIGHT! Thursday, March 22nd 6-8pm Islamic Art & Calligraphy Presentation by Elinor Aishah Holland Calligraphy is the most prominent art in Islamic culture. Having its roots in the Qur’an, the practice of calligraphy is a multidimensional endeavor. The practice of calligraphy requires patience and discipline, develops understanding of space and design, and, as the calligrapher [...]
Volunteer Opportunities
Park51 is rapidly expanding. We’re always looking for people to join our team. Park51 is looking for volunteers in areas: fundraising, events coordination, development, outreach, web development, design, and marketing. Loading… Please send your cover letter and your resume to: volunteers@park51.org
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Arabic Classes
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Capoeira Mucurumim
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Arabic Classes
Thank you for helping to make our first session of Arabic classes a success! We are now offering classes for adults as well as children. You can find out more by clicking the link to our Spring Programs brochure below: Spring 2012 Programs Brochure For more information, please e-mail hanadi.doleh@park51.org 12 classes for 1 child: [...]
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Capoeira Mucurumim
All ages are welcome! Class every Tuesday and Friday 6:30pm to 8:30pm $10/class First class is free! Capoeira Angola is an Afro-Brazilian martial art with origins in central Africa. Capoeira was up-rooted and transplanted to Brazil via the trans-Atlantic slave trade by the Portuguese. In Brazil, the art evolved with influences from different African tribes [...]
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