The CNY RISE Center of Utica is honored to host its 4th Annual Ramadan Dinner on February 19 at:

📍 The Stanley Theatre, 259 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501

This year’s theme, “Celebrating Diversity and Coexistence,” reflects Ramadan as a time of spiritual reflection, generosity, service, and strengthening bonds across faiths and cultures.

The evening program will include:

• 📖 Qur’an Recitation by Imam Amsal Memic

• 🎤 Host Greetings by Tim Saka and Oktay Yilmaz

• 🌟 Keynote Address by Dr. Winston Soboyejo, President of SUNY Polytechnic Institute

• 🌅 Adhan (Call to Prayer) at sunset

• 🍽 Community Iftar Dinner

• 🎶 Live Music Performance by Aykhan Bunyazade

Faith leaders, educators, public officials, and community members from diverse backgrounds are expected to attend, reflecting Utica’s rich spirit of unity and inclusion.

Community members are warmly invited to join this meaningful evening of reflection, connection, and shared hospitality.

👉 Register here:
https://forms.gle/hbZhUSWyC2aFiQsM6

💙 We Rise by Lifting Others
🌐 www.risecenter.org