12th Annual Community Ramadan Dinner: A Celebration of Shared Values at CNY Rise Center On the evening of March 5, the CNY Rise Center in Syracuse hosted the 12th Annual Community Ramadan Dinner, an event that brought together people from diverse backgrounds to celebrate unity, dialogue, and shared values. The dinner was not just about […]
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Building Bridges: A Heartwarming Ramadan Iftar at the Stanley Theater in Utica What an unforgettable evening at the Stanley Theater in Utica on March 9th! We were honored to host our Third Annual Ramadan Iftar, organized by the CNY RISE Center Utica. This event is a beautiful celebration of reflection, gratitude,
Ladies’ Breakfast: Connecting Through Culture and Community At CNY RISE Center, our Ladies’ Breakfast is more than just a meal—it’s a space for women to come together, build friendships, and celebrate cultural diversity. This special ladies-only gathering is a cherished tradition where women from our community prepare and share delicious homemade dishes, creating an atmosphere
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Breaking Bread, Building Bridges: Experience Ramadan with Our Community As part of our Learning with Neighbors initiative, CNY RISE Center is excited to welcome members of Jewish and Christian communities to join us in a unique cultural and spiritual experience—Ramadan dinners with Muslim families from our community. Ramadan is a time of reflection, gratitude, and
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Join Us for Our Upcoming Cooking Classes! Discover the rich flavors of global cuisine at CNY RISE Center’s Cooking Classes! Our sessions have bring the community together to explore the vibrant dishes of Turkish Cuisine, Pacific & Southeast Asia, and Central Asia, creating delicious meals while fostering cultural appreciation. We’re excited to announce our upcoming
In Loving Memory of Fethullah Gulen On October 28, 2024, the CNY RISE Center hosted a special memorial event to honor the life and legacy of Fethullah Gülen, a visionary leader known for his commitment to education, interfaith dialogue, and service to humanity. Community members came together in remembrance, reflecting on his teachings and the values
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Earthquake Relief Thousands lost their lives, while millions have lost everything else in the earthquakes in Turkey. CNY RISE Center and Salt City Market are organizing a baklava bake sale to support the victims. 100% of the funds raised will be used towards their rental payments, furniture, groceries, or winter clothing. Once you make a
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Friendship Dinner 2023: We Rise Together to Address Climate Change CNY RISE Center held its 18th Annual Friendship Dinner on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. The topic for this year was “How Will We Rise to Address Climate Change?” The CNY RISE Center and Women Transcending Boundaries co-sponsored the evening. The event began with greetings from
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Valley Ties Neighborhood Picnic 2019 CNY RISE Center held its 17th Annual Friendship Dinner on Thursday, November 10, 2022, after three years of unprecedented covid time we experienced. The particular topic for this year was “I-81 Project: Highway to Social Justice”. The CNY Rise Center and the City of Syracuse co-organized the event. It was
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Blanket Project CNY RISE Center, Zen Center of Syracuse, Unity Church of Syracuse, and Academy Green Neighborhood Association organized the Third Annual Valley Ties Neighborhood Picnic to celebrate our diversity among different communities. Hundreds of neighbors came together to meet one another and enjoy the delicious diverse meals prepared by the volunteers. Several local businesses
