Welcome to April
Welcome to April
Events and happenings around town this month.
Tuesday, April 2
Local art at Oglethorpe: The work of a collective of Atlanta-based Latin American artists is on exhibit at Oglethorpe University Museum of Art (check out this 285 South profile of one of the artists). Works from the collective, Contrapunto, include portraits, still life, and surrealist landscapes. On exhibit through April. 8am to 5pm. Oglethorpe University Museum of Art, 4484 Peachtree Rd NE, Brookhaven, 30319. More details here.
Thursday, April 4
Resumé Day: The Latin American Association is hosting a free workshop on how to build or improve your resumé. 10am- 1pm. 2750 Buford Highway NE, Atlanta. Details and instructions on how to register here.
Saturday, April 6
Palestine fundraiser: The Alif Institute is hosting an event to celebrate the birthday of Rev. Fahed Abukel, a Nakba survivor. Proceeds will go towards a nonprofit supporting disabled Palestinian students. Tickets are $100 for general admission, $25 for students. 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, 30340. RSVP by calling (404) 441-2702 by April 3. More info here.
Sunday, April 7
Atlanta Persian Festival: The Persian Cultural Center of Atlanta’s hosts a day-long festival that will include food, live music, and cultural arts. 11am -5pm. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Dr NE, Atlanta, 30306. Info here.
Tuesday, April 9
Chaand Raat Eid Mela - Families are invited to celebrate the last night of Ramadan at this bazaar style event that will include food, henna, and clothes for sale from local vendors. Free. Starts at 5pm. Ashiana Banquet Hall & Fine Indian Cuisine, 5675 Jimmy Carter Blvd 101, Norcross. Details here.
Saturday, April 13
Alif Institute anniversary dinner: The cultural nonprofit is holding a gala to mark 20 years since its founding. El Seed, a French Tunisian calligraphy artist and muralist, will give the keynote address.Tickets are $150. Starts at 6pm. 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, 30328. More info here.
Thursday, April 18
Job fair - The Latin American Association is connecting employers and job seekers at this afternoon event. Follow the organization on Instagram to stay updated on who the employers will be. 10am to 1pm. 2750 Buford Highway NE, Atlanta, 30324. Details here and register here.
Friday, April 19
‘Taste of the World’ fundraiser: The Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network (GAIN) is holding its annual fundraising dinner to support its to work provide free legal support to immigrants and refugees. Single tickets are $150. *Deadline to buy tickets is April 5.* 775 Echo St NW, Atlanta, 30318. More info here.
Saturday, April 20
Ser Familia Health Fair - Expect information about health services, medical evaluations (including blood pressure and cholesterol checks), and workshops on nutrition and well-being at this day-long health fair. 11am - 4pm. Park Street Elementary, 105 Park St SE, Marietta, 30060. More info here.
Sunday, April 21
‘Umrao Jaan’ Musical at the Roxy: The classic Bollywood film will be in musical form at the Roxy Theater. Tickets start at $101. 1pm. 800 Battery Ave SE #500, Atlanta, 30339. Buy tickets here.
Saturday, April 27
Spring Market at Refuge Coffee: The Clarkston-based coffee shop is hosting its annual spring bazaar, featuring items from vendors from Metro Atlanta’s immigrant and refugee communities. Interested in vending? Register here. 9am to 4pm. 4170 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Clarkston, 30021. More info here.
Sufi music on Buford Highway: An evening of Sufi music, inspired by poet Baba Bullay Shah, with artist Saima Kashif. 7pm-11pm. Spring Hall Event Venue, 7130 Buford Hwy NE ,suite a-100, Atlanta, 30340. Details and ticket info here.
Opening reception for South Asian art exhibit - The South Asian community nonprofit Raksha is holding an art show - “Unsung and Unseen: Stories of Resilience & Healing from Trauma, Conflict & Oppression” - at the Doraville Art Center. *Call for submissions deadline has been extended to April 12 - details here.* Opening night is on April 27, but the exhibit runs through May 5. Free. 3pm to 8pm, 3774 Central Avenue, Doraville, 30340. More info here.