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,
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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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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Interfaith Dialog Circle CNY RISE Center is partnering with Interfaith Works of CNY to host interfaith Dialog Circles to promote understanding among various faith traditions. Dialog circles are organized once during the month of April and the second time during the month of October each year. There are five other dialog groups throughout the city.
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Eid al-Adha Celebration – August 11, 2019 CNY RISE Center volunteers celebrated Eid al-Adha on August 11, 2019. Turkish breakfast was served throughout the event. Children played in the bouncy house, obstacle course, and some other games outside while everyone was enjoying the beautiful weather. Additionally, children got their face painted by talented artists.
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9th Annual World Interfaith Harmony Assembly 9th Annual World Interfaith Harmony Assembly was held at Southern Missionary Baptist Church on Midland Ave. in Syracuse, Monday night, February 4, 2019. InterFaith Works, Women Transcending Boundaries and local faith communities collaborate to help spread the message of harmony and understanding by showcasing and celebrating the many faith
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Valley Ties Neighborhood Picnic 2019 After a month of fasting, it is time for our families and friends to celebrate the Eid al-Fitr. It is especially a magical time for children. CNY RISE Center volunteers celebrated Eid al-Fitr on June 16, 2018. Turkish breakfast and BBQ were served throughout the event. Children were able to
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Faith Communities Come Together at 8th Annual World Interfaith Harmony Assembly From Syracuse to Utica to Oswego, the diversity of Central New York brought just over 400 people of different faiths together Monday night, February 6, 2018 at the eighth annual World Interfaith Harmony Assembly. This year’s celebration, “Voices in Harmony,” was held at Congregation
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Eid Al-Adha Celebration – September 2, 2017 CNY RISE Center volunteers celebrated Eid al-Adha on September 2, 2017. The twin magicians David and Paul Jackman also came to entertain children. This time, they performed a magic show and also made some balloons for them.
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