🖐🏽 Potlucks, Parties, and Palestine: What's on in Toronto (July 31–August 6)

🖐🏽 Potlucks, Parties, and Palestine: What's on in Toronto (July 31–August 6)

Nassar

🌟 FIVE EVENTS WORTH CHECKING OUT

🏃🏽♀️ Arab Run Club
Join the 14th community run of the season at the scenic St. Lawrence Park. This 5K is beginner-friendly — walk, jog, or run at your own pace, no pressure, just vibes.
🌟 Arab Run Club
💬 Language: English & Arabic-friendly
🗓️ Friday, August 1, 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 St. Lawrence Park, 75 St. Lawrence Dr, Mississauga, ON L5G 4V3
🎟️ FREE – Instagram

🎶 From Turtle Island to Palestine Fundraiser
An evening of music, community, and solidarity in support of Gaza. Featuring live performances and fundraising for urgent hunger relief. All proceeds go to the “Hunger Strike for Gaza” GoFundMe campaign.
🌟 Amani Ibrahim, Rima and Yehia, Rima and Hytham Farah, Zico, Shaunt Raffi
💬 English
🗓️ Friday, August 1, 7:30–11:30 PM
📍 Tapestry, 224 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L6
🎟️ Tickets – Eventbrite

🎧 Arab Hangouts: Jalsa Arabia
A summer night packed with Arabic music mashups, high-energy beats, and good vibes on the Hilm Patio.
🌟 Arab Hangouts ft. DJ Abood & Luai Ahmaro
💬 Arabic & English
🗓️ Sunday, August 3, 7:00–11:00 PM
📍 Hillm Venues, 5165 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4G1
🎟️ Tickets – Stripe

🧘🏾 Park Yoga for Palestine
Join a weekly all-levels Vinyasa yoga session in Dovercourt Park to support the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund. Open to all — bring your mat, your breath, and your solidarity.
🌟 Angelica Rao
💬 English
🗓️ Tuesday, August 5, 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Dovercourt Park, 145 Westmoreland Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 3A1
🎟️ Donation at event – Eventbrite

🔓Want more? Keep scrolling if you’re a subscriber. If not, sign up (it’s free!) to access this week's complete list.

🗓️ FULL LIST OF EVENTS FOR THIS WEEK

Thursday, July 31

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:45 PM, 3:45 PM, 6:50 PM, 9:55 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

🎶 Casablanca – A Night of North African Glamour
Golden-era Casablanca meets modern Afro-fusion in this elegant nightlife experience. Think sultry rhythms, Moroccan ambiance, and a crowd dressed to impress.
🌟 Amore Nights
💬 Music / Social
🗓️ Thursday, July 31, 10:00 PM
📍 Amore Nights, 559 College St, Toronto, ON M6J 2K8
🎟️ Tickets: Eventbrite

Friday, August 1

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Friday, August 1, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:30 PM, 3:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 9:15 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

🏃🏽♀️ Arab Run Club
Join the 14th community run of the season at the scenic St. Lawrence Park. This 5K is beginner-friendly — walk, jog, or run at your own pace, no pressure, just vibes.
🌟 Arab Run Club
💬 Language: English & Arabic-friendly
🗓️ Friday, August 1, 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 St. Lawrence Park, 75 St. Lawrence Dr, Mississauga, ON L5G 4V3
🎟️ FREE – Instagram

🎶 From Turtle Island to Palestine – Hunger Strike for Gaza
An evening of music, community, and solidarity in support of Gaza. Featuring live performances and fundraising for urgent hunger relief. All proceeds go to the “Hunger Strike for Gaza” GoFundMe campaign.
🌟 Amani Ibrahim, Rima and Yehia, Rima and Hytham Farah, Zico, Shaunt Raffi
💬 English
🗓️ Friday, August 1, 7:30–11:30 PM (Doors at 8:00 PM)
📍 Tapestry, 224 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L6
🎟️ Tickets – Eventbrite

Saturday, August 2

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Saturday, August 2, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:30 PM, 3:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 9:15 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

🍽️ GatheringX x Arab Socials Potluck
Celebrate a year of connection at this casual outdoor potluck. Bring a dish, a chair, and good vibes as Arab Socials teams up with GatheringX for an afternoon of community in Mississauga.
🌟 GatheringX & Arab Socials
💬 Likely English & Arabic
🗓️ Saturday, August 2, 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 Mississauga, ON (Exact location shared after RSVP)
🎟️ Tickets – Luma

Sunday, August 3

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Sunday, August 3, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:30 PM, 3:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 9:15 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

🎧 Arab Hangouts: Jalsa Arabia
A summer night packed with Arabic music mashups, high-energy beats, and good vibes on the Hilm Patio.
🌟 Arab Hangouts ft. DJ Abood & Luai Ahmaro
💬 Arabic & English
🗓️ Sunday, August 3, 7:00–11:00 PM
📍 Hillm Venues, 5165 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4G1
🎟️ Tickets – Stripe

Monday, August 4

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Monday, August 4, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:30 PM, 3:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 9:15 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

Tuesday, August 5

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:30 PM, 3:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 9:15 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

🧘🏾 Park Yoga for Palestine
Join a weekly all-levels Vinyasa yoga session in Dovercourt Park to support the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund. Open to all — bring your mat, your breath, and your solidarity.
🌟 Angelica Rao
💬 English
🗓️ Tuesday, August 5, 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Dovercourt Park, 145 Westmoreland Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 3A1
🎟️ Donation at event – Eventbrite

Wednesday, August 6

🎬 Ahmed & Ahmed Movie
After years abroad, Ahmed returns to Egypt — but his plan to settle down unravels when his uncle, also named Ahmed, is injured in a mysterious accident. What follows is a high-stakes search for identity, truth, and survival in a secret criminal underworld.
🌟 Ceema Films
💬 Egyptian Arabic w/ English subtitles
🗓️ Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Showtimes: 12:30 PM, 3:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 9:15 PM
📍 Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre – 22 Lebovic Ave, Scarborough
🎟️ Tickets – Cineplex

🧵 Tatreez Circle – Summer Edition
The weekly embroidery circle continues outdoors! Bring your Aida cloth, embroidery floss, and a friend. All levels welcome.
🌟 Watermelon Seeds Collective
💬 English
🗓️ Wednesday, July 30, 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Location: TBA (check Instagram)
🎟️ $5 suggested donation at event

 

❌ Spotted an error or want your events removed from future newsletters?
I’ll take care of it right away. Just email me.

Back to previous issues

Leave a comment

Please note, comments need to be approved before they are published.