Issue #27 | 🎶 Friday Night. ’90s & 2000s Arabic Hits.
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This week brings a nostalgic Arabic pop night, plus a comedy show, an intimate music gathering, an Arabic calligraphy workshop, and a movement-led charity session across the GTA. Pick one that fits your mood, bring a friend, and make a night of it.
Events This Week
Kulture Shock Comedy Presented by Oussama Tabbara 🇱🇧
A monthly stand-up night hosted by comedian Oussama Tabbara, bringing together immigrant comics to share culture shock stories about moving abroad, love across cultures, and juggling multiple languages in Toronto.
🌟 Performer(s): Oussama Tabbara with a rotating lineup of immigrant comedians
💬 Language: English
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 · 7:30 pm
📍 Venue: Comedy Bar Bloor, 945 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6H 1L5
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets (Comedy Bar)
Makam Nights: Rhythms with George & Suzanne Sawa 🇪🇬
An intimate Makam Nights gathering celebrating the launch of George Sawa’s new book on classical Arabic and Persian rhythmic cycles, with live teaching and demos. Percussionists are encouraged to bring instruments.
🌟 Performer(s): Labyrinth Ontario with George Sawa & Suzanne Meyers Sawa
💬 Language: English
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, Dec 18 · 8:00 pm–9:30 pm
📍 Venue: Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave, Toronto, ON M5S 2M7
🎟️ Tickets: Details via Instagram
Retro FM: Timeless Arabic Pop Classics
A high-energy concert bringing back iconic Arabic hits from the ’90s and 2000s for a nostalgic night of singing, dancing, and memories in the GTA.
🌟 Performer(s): Majd Sukar & the SHAM Blues
💬 Language: Arabic
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, Dec 19, 2025 · 7:30 pm
📍 Venue: Maja Prentice Theatre, 3650 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets (Eventbrite) · Discount code: VIP1
The Calligraphy Art Experience: Creative Workshop & Fundraiser 🇵🇸
A community fundraiser in Oakville where you’ll explore Arabic calligraphy, design your own script, and turn it into a custom gold or silver name necklace while making charm bracelets and sharing Middle Eastern snacks and mocktails.
🌟 Performer(s): Ustora Inc with Fatima Sughra and Monabella Jewelry
💬 Language: English & Arabic
🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 20 · 1:00 pm–3:30 pm
📍 Venue: USTORA, 150 Oak Park Blvd Unit 1 & 2, Oakville, ON L6H 3P2
🎟️ Tickets: Fundraiser registration (Stripe)
Calisthenics & Handstand Charity Workshop (Two Days) 🇱🇧
Two movement-led workshops raising funds for Lebanese, Palestinian, and Syrian families living in Lebanon through Human Appeal’s relief work, including an all-levels calisthenics session and a handstand-focused workshop.
🌟 Performer(s): Soliman El-Hamarnah with ISA coaches, featuring Saman Munir & Hamza Hayder
💬 Language: English & Arabic
🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 · 4:00–7:00 pm
📍 Venue: I.S.A Calisthenics Gym – Indomitable Spirit Academy, 3345 Laird Rd #3, Mississauga, ON L5L 5R6
🎟️ Tickets: Eventbrite (Calisthenics + Handstand options)
👉🏽 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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