The full moon of the Muslim lunar calendar indicates the start of Eid al Fitr, the Festival of Fast-Breaking and the end of Ramadan. Children and families from New York to Mali gather together with lights and decorations, special meals and unique treats to give thanks.

Spice it up! Spice Mixing
Follow your nose and taste your way through Egyptian spices and other seasonings found in countries featured in America to Zanzibar. Smell and taste various herbs and spices such as cumin, cardamom, and coriander, then use a mortar and pestle set to grind a mix of spices to create new tastes and textures.
Tuesday, June 4 | 10am – 12:30pm & 2 – 5pm | All ages | Drop-in

Pakistani Truck Design
Pakistani trucks are beautifully elaborate works of art on wheels. Initially designed by their owners, today specialized craftsman collaborate using different techniques and styles. Design your own colorful miniature truck using imagery from paintings, calligraphy, poetry, and use materials like mirrors and bells!
Sunday, June 2 & Tuesday, June 4 | 10 am – 5 pm | All ages | Drop-in

Storytelling: Nabeel’s New Pants
The children’s book, Nabeel’s New Pants, written by Fawzia Gilani-Williams, tells the story of a shoemaker who celebrates Eid with his family.
Sunday, June 2 & Tuesday, June 4 | 11 am & 4 pm | All ages | Drop-in

Conference of the Birds: Puppet Making
Create your own puppet inspired by one of the thirty birds from the Persian poem, Conference of the Birds. Learn about the different challenges that the main character, Hoopoe, and his friends face on their journey to decide who should be their king. Create a “Theatre of the Birds” to reenact portions of the poem.
Sunday, June 2 & Tuesday, June 4 | 1 – 1:45 pm | 5 & younger | Drop-in