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Join the Norwegian community in celebrating the 17th of May

From The Seattle Times (by Vonnai Phair) – Celebrate Syttende Mai with Seattle’s Norwegian community!

An Interview with Ann Wright

On Technology, building bridges, and amplifying voices.

Restoring Mana: Healing in Pasifika Communities

From International Examiner (by Sela Teulilo) – With the Pasifika community facing pervasive struggles in the wake of the pandemic, API Chaya offers a program of healing through Mana restoration.

Welcome Hidaya!

We’re excited to welcome our first social media fellow!

Casa Italiana: “A Place of our Own”

From Post Alley (by Mike James) – Opened in spring of 2021, Burien’s Italian cultural center is a long-anticipated gathering space for Seattle’s Italian-American community.

Ramadan Mubarak!

Ramadan Mubarak! Ramadan is the most sacred month for Muslims around the world. Ramadan means “burning heat,” and begins with hilal, the crescent moon. It is a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
A table covered in fruits, coins, and traditional foods for Nowruz.

Nowruz Mobarak!

From Voices Staff – Nowruz Mobarak! Whether you already celebrate Nowruz or are just learning about this holiday, we’re sharing some of our favorite pieces on the Persian New Year!

Three Lunar New Year stories around Seattle: Remembering, discovering, and transitioning

From International Examiner (by Carmen Hom) – For Lunar New Year, three Asian-American Seattleites share their memories and reflections on the holiday.
A man and woman seated at a table holding hands.
Uncle Fred and Auntie Dorothy

When an icon turns 90: Celebrating Auntie Dorothy

From International Examiner (by Maria Batayola) – As Dorothy Cordova celebrates her 90th birthday, take a moment to look back on her legacy in the Filipino American community. A happy birthday to Auntie Dorothy!
Happy Lunar New Year 2022!

Lunar New Year 2022: Year of the Tiger!

Lunar New Year is celebrated a little differently in every culture with varying traditions that signify good fortune and togetherness. Learn more about the Year of the Tiger and discover fun, local activities to join in on the fun.

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