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Philadelphia Obon Festival

Date: 
8/12/2023 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: 
Outside Shofuso Lansdowne Dr &, Horticultural Dr
Philadelphia, PA 19131
United States
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Obon is a Japanese celebration of one’s ancestors. Each August, people return to their hometowns to remember the dead and reunite with loved ones. Obon is celebrated with regional dances called bon odori along with dances and other cultural celebrations.

The Philadelphia Obon Festival includes bon odori folk dances with Seabrook Minyo Dance Group, and taiko drumming performances by KyoDaiko, Hoh Daiko (Seabrook Buddhist Temple) and Casual Fifth. Attendees can also enjoy arts and crafts, a yukata dressing station, as well as a vendor market.

Event Type: 
Festivals/Parties
Topic: 
Arts and Culture
Global Region: 
Japanese

Obon Lantern Lighting Ceremony - Okuribi

Date: 
8/20/2023 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: 
Lansdowne Dr & Horticultural Dr
Philadelphia, PA 19131
United States
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The Philadelphia Obon Festival continues a new Shofuso tradition, to light lanterns and float them on Shofuso’s pond. This night of remembrance and commemoration is dedicated to those no longer with us. Each registered participant will be able to choose if they would like to launch floating lanterns on Shofuso’s pond or simply observe the serenity of the experience.

Event Type: 
Festivals/Parties
Topic: 
Arts and Culture
Global Region: 
Japanese

Obon Lantern Lighting Ceremony - Mukaebi

Date: 
8/12/2023 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: 
Lansdowne Dr & Horticultural Dr
Philadelphia, PA 19131
United States
See map: Google Maps

The Philadelphia Obon Festival continues a new Shofuso tradition, to light lanterns and float them on Shofuso’s pond. This night of remembrance and commemoration is dedicated to those no longer with us. Each registered participant will be able to choose if they would like to launch floating lanterns on Shofuso’s pond or simply observe the serenity of the experience.

Event Type: 
Festivals/Parties
Topic: 
Arts and Culture
Global Region: 
Japanese

European Citizens Abroad

Location: 
Contact Name: 
Olivier Nataf
Contact Email Address: 
olivier@eucitizensabroad.eu
Website: 
https://europeancitizensabroad.eu/?fbclid=IwAR34fOxY_e9Nuw6axGKEB_ny2wwuoKbyjpFG...

Millions of Europeans live outside of the European Union and many more live outside of their country of origin within the EU. "European CItizens Abroad" is an international, non-partisan, and pro-EU political organization. "Europeans Abroad Vote 2014", their first initiative, aims at raising awareness of the EU Parliament Elections in 2014 and increasing participation of European citizens who do not live in their native country.

Organization Type: 
Civic/Community Organization
Topic: 
Community Development
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Advocacy/Policy
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Legislation
Topic: 
Civil Rights
Topic: 
Democracy
Topic: 
International Relations
Topic: 
Foreign Policy/Diplomacy
Global Region: 
Africa
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Asia
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Central America/Carribean
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Europe
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Middle East
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North America
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Pacific Oceania
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South America

Profugo

Location: 
9 Rittenhouse Place
Ardmore, PA 19003
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Contact Name: 
Jenny Koleth
Contact Phone Number: 
(215) 868-1662
Contact Email Address: 
jenny.koleth@profugo.org
Website: 
http://www.profugo.org

Profugo is a grassroots non-profit organization involved in International Development. Our mission is to provide communities with access to tools and resources that enable them to build a better quality of life. Our vision is creating a world where brighter futures are possible because all communities have equal access to a better quality of life.

Organization Type: 
Nonprofit
Topic: 
Arts and Culture
Topic: 
Education
Topic: 
Graphic Arts/Design
Topic: 
Folk Arts/Culture
Topic: 
Cultural Exchange
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Business and Commerce
Topic: 
Networking
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Community Development
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International Commerce
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Economic Development
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Entrepreneurship
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Microfinance
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Community Development
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Human Services
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Employment
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Youth
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Communications
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Global Conversations
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Fellowships/Residencies
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International Studies
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Research
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Exchange Programs
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Language Programs
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Cultural Awareness
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Travel and Tourism
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International Relations
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Women / Gender
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Public Health
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Agriculture/Horticulture
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Energy/Alternative Energy
Topic: 
Water
Topic: 
Global Kids
Global Region: 
Indian

American Bible Society

Location: 
101 North Independence Mall East FL8
Philadelphia, PA 19106-2155
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Contact Phone Number: 
(215) 309-0900
Website: 
http://www.americanbible.org/

We Share the Life-Changing Message of the Bible

Organization Type: 
Nonprofit
Topic: 
Other
Global Region: 
Africa
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Asia
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Europe
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Middle East
Global Region: 
North America
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South America

Suzie Saracoglu

Suzie
Saracoglu
Contact Information
Member
Address: 
Kaplan International Philadelphia
1222 Walnut Street, Second Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107
United States
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Phone Number: 
215-586-3760
Email Address: 
suzie.saracoglu@kaplan.com

Suzie has over 20 years experience as a business development and consulting professional with expertise in the Near East and Central Europe.

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Business Person/Executive
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International Studies
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Professional Schools
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Vocational/Job Training
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Exchange Programs
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Language Programs
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Translation/Interpretation
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International Relations
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International Development
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Law/International Law
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Women / Gender
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Humanitarian Assistance/Foreign Aid
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Global Crisis
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Human Rights
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Foreign Policy/Diplomacy
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Immigration/Refugees
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National Security
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International Exchange
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Global Philadelphia Association
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Korean
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Turkmen
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Bulgarian
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Middle East
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Jordanian
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South Korean
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Syrian
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Turkish

Middle Eastern and Central Asian

Immigrants from the Middle East and Central Asia constitute a small percentage of the foreign born in Philadelphia. People from all over the region, including Afghanistan, Lebanon, Iraq, Israel and Palestine, have come to the United States to do business and to live in peace. The majority of immigrants are Arab, stemming from the Arab peninsula.

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Topic: 
Arts and Culture
Topic: 
Community Development
Topic: 
Economic Development
Topic: 
History and Preservation
Global Region: 
Asia
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Middle East
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Lebanese
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Palestinian

Asian

According to U.S. Census numbers, thirty-nine percent of Philadelphia’s foreign born come from Asia, making Asians the largest share of Philadelphia’s immigrants. Among Philadelphia’s 1.5 million population, 8% are Asians, based on the estimate report from U.S. Census Bureau released in July 2022.

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Topic: 
City Planning
Topic: 
Food/Cuisine
Topic: 
Immigration/Refugees
Global Region: 
Asia
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Cambodian
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Chinese
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Indian
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Indonesian
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Korean
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Laotian
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Vietnamese

Textiil - Artisan Textiles and Global Decor

Location: 
Textiil - Office Haverford, PA 19041
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Contact Name: 
Sally Weinberg
Contact Phone Number: 
844-839-8445
Contact Email Address: 
sally@textiil.com / Inquiries@Textiil.com
Website: 
http://www.Textiil.com

Textiil sells artisan fabrics and creates modern global decor including table linens and accent pillows from batik, ikat, lurik and sampin sourced in Indonesia. Southeast Asia is a wonderful place to see uniquely beautiful, traditional textiles being made and worn.

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Business Type: 
Retail
Topic: 
Arts and Culture
Topic: 
Graphic Arts/Design
Topic: 
Folk Arts/Culture
Topic: 
Business and Commerce
Topic: 
Entrepreneurship
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Hospitality and Promotion
Topic: 
Shopping
Topic: 
Member Spotlight
Global Region: 
Asia
Global Region: 
Indonesian
Global Region: 
Malaysian