Dabke Workshop

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Join Arab Alliance of Indiana at Indy Reads at 2pm on Saturday, December 6 for a Dabke Workshop!

Join Arab Alliance of Indiana at Indy Reads on December 6 from 2-4pm for an afternoon of learning, dance, and community as we learn a traditional Levant folk dance during this Dabke workshop!Our workshop will begin with a brief introduction to what Dabke is and a history of the dance. This will be followed by a Dabke demonstration. Afterwards, we will move into learning the dance as a group. To end the event we will put our newfound knowlege and steps to practice with a group dance!Light refreshments will be provided.All ages are welcome!Space is limited to 35 attendees.

Arab Alliance of Indiana is an Arab-led non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving the rich heritage of Arab communities. Our mission is rooted in honoring our traditions, uplifting our culture, and fostering unity among Arab Americans and their allies.Through education, cultural programming, and community engagement, we strive to build greater awareness and appreciation for Arab history, values, and contributions. By providing learning opportunities and creating spaces for dialogue, we empower individuals of all backgrounds to connect, grow, and celebrate the beauty of Arab identity.At the Arab Alliance of Indiana, we believe that heritage is not only something to be remembered, but something to be shared. Together, we will ensure our voices are heard, our stories are told, and our community continues to thrive for generations to come

This event is Pay-What-You-Can. Here’s what your suggested donation can do for the Indy Reads community:FREE – This ticket is for attendees that would like to attend this event and are unable to purchase a ticket. Indy Reads values our community and facilitators. We are proud to provide programming to all. Thank you for being a part of our community!$10 – This donation covers the cost of one attendee to this event. Indy Reads strives to bring the very best programming to Fountain Square and all Hoosiers. Thank you for helping us to keep our quality programs accessible for all!$20 – This donation covers the cost of two attendees to this event. If you are attending as an individual, your ticket at this level makes it possible for another who cannot afford a ticket to attend. It is only through the generosity of our community that we are able to support programs that enrich the lives of all Hoosiers. Thank you for your support!Other – “Pay-What-You-Can” really does mean pay what you can. Indy Reads appreciates that every one of our community members is able to support our vision of 100% literacy for all in different ways. Whether you can pay $5 or $50, we are so excited to see you – and thank you for your support!

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