Issue #22 | Last Chance: Palestinian Art, Music & VR. 3 Days Only
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This week is packed with big-heart gatherings across Toronto and the GTA—an anniversary gala, a powerful 3-day Palestinian immersive arts experience, a hands-on cooking party, a waterfront solidarity run, and a creative book talk + workshop. Come for the culture, stay for the community.
Events This Week
ABRAR Trauma & Mental Health: 5th Anniversary Gala
Celebrate five years of ABRAR’s impact supporting newcomers, youth, and women in Canada—an evening of performances, resilience stories, a 3-course dinner, awards, and a special announcement shaping the future of refugee/newcomer mental health care.
🌟 Performer(s): Sarah Ernest (Ernest For Good Inc.), Abrar Mechmechia (Founder), Sadia Fazelyar (Event Coordinator), and special guests
💬 Language: English
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, Nov 13 · 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
📍 Venue: Mississauga Convention Centre, 75 Derry Rd W, Mississauga, ON
🎟️ Tickets: Paid ticket
falasteen360: Immersive Art Production (3 Days)
A vibrant three-day celebration of Palestinian identity and creativity—visual art, music, dance, poetry, film, fashion, food, talks, a curated Souq, and exclusive VR exhibits. Proceeds support Our Stars School Foundation for children in Gaza.
🌟 Performer(s): Dalia Elcharbini & Kunn Collective, with artists including Mezar, Merna, Elbet Kibreet, Jude Abu Zaineh, Samar Hejazi, Chef Moeen, Asala Dabke, Nizar Chakra & more
💬 Language: English & Arabic
🗓️ Date & Time: Fri Nov 14 – Sun Nov 16, 2025 · Opening night Fri 7:00 pm (unique program daily)
📍 Venue: OBJX Studio, Toronto, ON (M6N 5C9)
🎟️ Tickets: Paid ticket
GatheringX Cooking Party: Battle of The Dishes
Cook, compete, taste, and meet new people in a fun (halal-friendly) kitchen showdown—with pro photo/video coverage and a chance to become the next party co-host.
🌟 Performer(s): GatheringX
💬 Language: English / Arabic
🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, Nov 15 · 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
📍 Venue: Toronto (location provided upon registration)
🎟️ Tickets: Paid ticket
Run 4 Sudan Fundraiser 🇸🇩
Join a community-powered 5K along Toronto’s waterfront in solidarity with Sudan—plus performances, vendors, and activities. Funds support displaced Sudanese families and urgent relief efforts.
🌟 Performer(s): Women’s FitSauga, Muslim Hands Canada & community partners
💬 Language: English / Arabic
🗓️ Date & Time: Sunday, Nov 16 · 9:00 am
📍 Venue: Sir Casimir Gzowski Park, 2001 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6S 5A3
🎟️ Tickets: Public Event / Fundraiser (registration)
Book Talk & Workshop with Nadia Shammas (SQUIRE)
A friendly book talk plus zine/comic workshop with Toronto-based author Nadia Shammas (SQUIRE, Ms. Marvel). Come get inspired, make something, and connect with fellow readers and creators.
🌟 Performer(s): Nadia Shammas, hosted by Another Story Bookshop & Eglinton-Lawrence Don Valley 4 Palestine
💬 Language: English
🗓️ Date & Time: Monday, Nov 17 · 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
📍 Venue: It's Ok* Studios, 468 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
🎟️ Tickets: Public event / Registration required
👉🏽 Looking for more events for this week? Browse the full khamsa community calendar .
Please note that event details can change, and cancellations are sometimes made by the organizers. It's always a good idea to double-check the event page before heading out.
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