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Halal: Clean Eating, Conscious LivingMon., Feb. 5, 7-8:30pm (Register)Cookbook author Yvonne Maffei will showcase halal food/cooking and give a holistic overview of food and eating from a practical to a spiritual side. There will be a no-cook food demo at the end.
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Ebru Live: Experience the Art of Paper MarblingFri., Feb. 9, 5:30-6:30pm (Register)Ages 10-Adult Artist Sevim Surucu will demonstrate the art of paper marbling known as Ebru. Attendees will have the opportunity to try out this traditional Turkish art for themselves.
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Family Bookchat: Yo Soy MuslimThurs., Feb. 15, 6-7pm Grades K-3 and parent/guardian(s) Join us to discuss Mark Gonzales’ book, Yo Soy Muslim: A Father’s Letter to his Daughter. Come share your impressions, have some halal snacks, and do a craft activity. Pick up a copy of the book at the Patron Services desk.
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Mosaic on GlassWed., Feb. 21, 4:30-5:30pm (Register)Grades 3-12 Join expert artist/calligrapher Samra Masood, and complete a beautiful Islamic geometric design on glass. Bring your project home with you.
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Book Discussion on Muslim Girl: A Coming of Age by Amani Al-KhatahtbehThurs., Feb. 22, 7-8pm (Register)Ages 13 and Up Location: Starbucks, 5720 Touhy Avenue From the founder of MuslimGirl.com, this is a harrowing and candid account of what it’s like to be a young Muslim woman in the wake of 9/11. Books are available at the 3rd Floor Adult Services desk and in the Teen Underground.
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Family Bookchat: Amina's Voice Thurs., Mar. 22, 6-7pm Grades 3-6 and parent/guardian(s) Join us to discuss Hena Khan's book, Amina's Voice. Come share your impressions along with some halal snacks. Pick up a copy of the book at the Patron Services desk.
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