CINEMA
Calle Malaga
Through March 5th
Film Forum, Greenwich Village
Set in a Spanish-speaking enclave of Tangier, the film follows Maria, a widowed woman deeply rooted in her vibrant neighborhood and longtime home. When her daughter, facing divorce and financial strain in Spain, pushes to sell the apartment, Maria is forced to confront an unwanted future
WORKOUT
Besa Pilates
Feb 26th & March 1st
Flatiron
BESA is a new pilates pop-up experience that goes beyond a workout. The 3 instructors behind the brand are wonderful and with deep love for their craft and their mission. They’re in Flatiron for 4 pop-up classes, catch them while you can. I will be there on Sunday.
PARTY
Between 2 Worlds
Fri Feb. 27th at 11pm
Purgatory, Bushwick
SheDay is the rhythmic and creative identity of Shideh Almasi, a nyc-based house and global dance music DJ known for her bright energy and feel-good sets.
CINEMA
Fangs (Anyab)
Fri Feb. 27th at 7:30pm
Spectacle, Williamsburg
Anyone in the mood for some Arab Disco Vampires? In this love note to THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, Director Mohammad Shebl sets the scene in contemporary 1980’s Egypt with the backdrop of black magic, singing and dancing vampires, campy fog machines, and Egyptian pop cameos. This movie is a novelty-a guaranteed good time!
COOKING
Afghan Cooking Class @ Atelier Jolie
Thurs Feb. 26th from 6:15-9:15pm
Atelier Jolie, LES
Join culinary artist Basil Shakeri in this Afghan cooking class. Expect a hands-on demonstration on making Mantu dumplings, cultural stories and explanations behind Afghan hospitality, and experience communal cooking and dining.
IFTAR
Silsila: An Iftar for Queers
Fri Feb 27th at 5:45pm
Manhattan
An Iftar tailored to the Queer Muslim community! Dinner will be provided followed by room for prayer, and a screening of The Radical, honoring the life of Imam Muhsin Hendricks. The evening will end in conversation about the importance of affirming queer and trans lives within Islam, and the parallels between apartheid, queerness, and liberation.
PARTY
AM!R & 1-900
Fri Feb 27th 9pm-4am
Ciao Ciao, Williamsburg
The Egyptian-American artist AM!R, and longtime collaborator 1-900, return to their DJ roots with a fresh installment of DISCO DELUXXE. The Grammy-nominated duo dig deep into global disco, boogie, and soul—rare grooves, modern edits, and dance-floor burners from every corner of the world.
GAME NIGHT
Queer Backgammon
Thurs Feb 28th from 1-4pm
Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick
This is your chance to finally learn backgammon at the beloved Queer hotspot, Boyfriend Co-op! All are welcome for this evening of playing, learning, and spectating backgammon to the soundtrack of Turkish psychedelic rock. Sure to be a cozy, engaging afternoon (and the perfect distraction from fasting!)
WELLNESS
Messy Hearts Circle
Sat Feb 28th from 5:30-7:30pm
Brooklyn, Bed-stuy
Messy Hearts Circle is a space for healing through guided conversation circles. It’s a chance for those living in the diaspora to reflect, share and listen to each others stories in a judgement free environment. This shouldn’t be seen as group therapy, but rather a chance to connect with others in the community who share complex experiences on identity and belonging.
CLASS
Arabic for Social Justice
Begins March 1st
Virtual or at The People’s Forum
A chance to learn Arabic through culture, conversation, and everyday use. There are levels within the beginner and intermediate offerings depending own your desired learning focus. With opportunities to learn through films, song, and literature, these classes have much to offer. In-person and virtual options available with sliding scale tuition prioritizing BIPOC, queer, and heritage speakers.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Hard Feelings
Ongoing through April 2nd
Baxter St at CCNY, LES
This debut solo exhibition by Dean Majd is a curation of photos documenting his point of view as a Queens raised Palestinian artist. This exhibition portrays grit, and nuanced view of masculinity. Open through April 2nd and closes at 6pm daily.
CINEMA
Cutting Through Rock
Mon March 2nd at 6:45pm
Nikehawk Cinema, Prospect Park
This Sundance Film Festival winner tells the story of an Iranian councilwoman as she risks her life to liberate young girls in her village by teaching them to ride motorcycles and by stopping child marriages. This film will be followed by a Q&A with directors Mohammadreza Eyni, and Sara Khaki.
COMEDY
New Pants
Mon March 2nd at 6:45pm
Top Secret Comedy Club, East Village
A new month means another New Pants show! Featuring Emil Wakim (SNL), Gavin Matts (Bill Burr Presents), Ahmed Weinberg (Hacks), and Malik Elassal (Adults), this show feels like a living room hang out sesh with your silliest bros. Also featuring surprise guest appearances-you never know who might show up!
CINEMA
The Prince of Nothingwood at BAM
Tues March 3rd at 7pm
BAM, Downtown Brooklyn
“Prince of Nothingwood”, directed by Sonia Kronlund, follows a crew of eccentric outcasts in their chaotic pursuit to make a movie in Afghanistan. Presented at BAM and co-produced by Arte East, this film is perfect for a light hearted evening in downtown Brooklyn.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Palestine Solidarity Archive
Through March 8th from 2-6pm
BAM, Downtown Brooklyn
A collection of signs, stickers, graffiti, and photographs displaying Palestinian resistant and solidarity. Open weekly and running through March 8th, this is a great walk through and a strong display of community and solidarity.
CINEMA
The Voice of Hind Rajab
Thur March 4th at 7:30pm
Cobble Hill Cinemas, Cobble Hill
Another opportunity to catch this powerful film presented by The Friendly Strangers film club and Willa. All proceeds go to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society. Not only a night of Arab cinema excellence, but also a chance for community building.
RAMADAN
Ramadan Night Market
Wednesday March 4th from 6-10pm
Steinway Street, Astoria
Be surrounded by community, culture, and halal street food at this Ramadan night market in the heart of Little Egypt. Tickets include an entry in their raffle.
EVENT HIGHLIGHT
30 Days Relationship Reset
A virtual program from March 16th to April 15th
I met Meriam last summer. We met over matcha (I don’t even like matcha), and what was meant to be a quick 45-minute meeting turned into a 2.5-hour hang. Meriam is a very solar being — the kind of person who radiates warmth without trying. There’s a softness and abundance to her presence that feels increasingly rare. She now works as a feminine energy and relationship mentor, and spending time with her, it makes complete sense. Some people grow into a role — with her, it feels innate. Even without a title, she would probably still embody this work. So yes, I’m coming into this from a place of genuine admiration. And with that said, here’s what she’s building
Her upcoming program is centered around understanding your emotional patterns and breaking generational cycles. It’s about learning how to love, and receive love, from a place of wholeness rather than fear. Aside from being highly relevant to our shared cultural background, this kind of work feels especially relevant right now. So many people feel disconnected, caught between a challenging dating culture and their deeper values. Meriam created this program for women who want to reconnect with their worth without losing their softness.To love freely, but not blindly. To be strong, but not guarded.
It’s a guided reset that’s designed to fit into real life, not take it over.
A structured container with short videos, live sessions, and practical exercises you can actually integrate. The program span across 22 days and unfolds in three phases:
Self-connection & emotional reset
Rising in self-worth
Attracting the right relationship
It runs from March 16 to April 15, a 30-day relationship reset for anyone feeling ready to unlearn, recalibrate, and start again with more clarity.
Program cost: $109
Language: English
Meriam’s Instagram page
Learn more
You can DM her directly if interested
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