Where:
King Open School
850 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
Festivals & Fairs, Food, Kid Friendly, Sports & Active Life
Event website:
http://piiboston.org
Event: Turkic World Nomadic Food and Cultural Festival
Date: Monday, October 14
Time: 11.00am-3pm
Where: King Open School's Theater, Cafeteria, Gym-1, and Gym -2.
Address: 850 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141
Entrance: Free. Traditional foods and dishes will be available for purchase.
Parking: Free at any Cambridge streets since it is Columbus Day.
RSVP: Required. Use the QR code to RSVP or click the link https://forms.gle/cffTxdERAGhxCADq9
We are thrilled to extend our warmest invitation to you to join us at the Turkic International Festival in the Greater Boston Area. This vibrant festival is a celebration of Turkic art, culture, traditions, and heritage, featuring the rich diversity of Turkic ethnicities from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan. Our goal is to promote and raise awareness of the cherished Turkic heritage through a myriad of engaging activities and experiences. Here are the festival highlights to look forward to:
Friendship Soccer Match. An engaging opportunity for community members to come together and participate in a friendly soccer match, fostering camaraderie and unity.
Cultural Performances. Traditional music and dance performances from various Turkic regions, illustrating the colorful and diverse cultural expressions of the Turkic world.
Turkic World Cuisines. An array of delectable Turkic dishes and delicacies, allowing visitors to embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of Turkic nations, showcasing the richness of their gastronomic traditions.
Kids Activities. A range of educational games, creative arts and crafts, face painting, and the finest performances of the famous clone, "Benjamin the Juggler."
The festival is a collaborative effort to create a vibrant platform for the local Turkic community to share their cultural heritage with the broader Boston area, fostering an environment of cultural exchange and understanding. It's not just an opportunity to immerse yourself in the various art forms, tastes, and sounds of Turkic traditions; it's also a chance to have a great time. With engaging activities, delicious cuisines, and lively performances, it's a celebration of the unity and diversity of the Turkic community in the Greater Boston area that you won't want to miss. We look forward to welcoming you to this wonderful celebration of Turkic heritage and cultural diversity.
Organizing Committee:
Peace Islands Institute Boston
Central Asian Student Association at Northeastern University
Azerbaijani Community represented by ACC
Kyrgyz Community of Boston and New England
Kazakh Community represented by Kazakh Association at Boston University
Uzbek Community represented by Turan Association
Turkish Community represented by Turkish Cultural Center
Turkicstan Center Inc.
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