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🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Today, we honor and remember the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. While we can never fully repay the debt we owe to these courageous men and women, we pay tribute to their memory with gratitude and respect for the freedoms we enjoy because of their sacrifice. On this Memorial Day, we also remember the families who carry their legacy in their hearts every day. May we never forget their courage, service, and dedication. ❤️🤍💙

💉 Together, We Saved Lives! ❤️ Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we collected 29 units of blood and red cells, helping support patients in need and bringing hope to many families. A heartfelt thank you to our partners @EmbraceRelief and the American @RedCross for making this life-saving initiative possible. We are truly proud of what we achieved together. 🙌 #BloodDrive #SaveLives #CommunityStrong #TCCNJ #EmbraceRelief #RedCross #GiveBloodSaveLife

🌸 Happy Easter 🌸 The Turkish Cultural Center of New Jersey extends warm wishes to all of our friends who celebrate Easter. May this special day bring joy, hope, and renewal to you and your loved ones. Easter is a time that reminds us of the power of faith, new beginnings, and the importance of compassion and kindness in our communities. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful holiday filled with love and togetherness. 🐣🌷 #HappyEaster #Easter2026 #TCCNJ #HopeAndRenewal #CommunityUnity

🕊️ Happy Passover 🕊️ The Turkish Cultural Center of New Jersey extends warm wishes to our friends who are celebrating Passover. May this meaningful holiday bring peace, joy, and renewal to you and your loved ones. Passover reminds us of the importance of freedom, resilience, and faith, values that unite us all. We celebrate with you and wish you a joyful and blessed holiday filled with family, reflection, and hope. ✨ Chag Sameach! ✨ #Passover #ChagSameach #TCCNJ #PeaceAndUnity #CommunityRespect

UN Special Rapporteurs are urging Turkey to stop targeting human rights defenders and lawyers under terrorism charges, warning that anti-terror laws are being misused to criminalize legitimate human rights work. Cases cited include individuals prosecuted for providing aid to prisoners, participating in peaceful protests, or carrying out legal defense work, actions protected under international law. The experts stress that such laws must not be used to restrict freedom of expression, association, and peaceful assembly, calling for urgent reform and an end to the criminalization of civil society. #HumanRightsViolations #HizmetMovement #Turkish #Erdogan stockholmcf.org/un-special-rap…

🥙 Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class Join us for a delightful Turkish Cooking Class filled with delicious food, friendly conversations, and warm company! Learn to make traditional Turkish dishes and enjoy tasting them together in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. 📅 Date: Saturday, April 18th 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: Harmony Point, 7 Doig Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 💵 Fee: $20 per person 👩‍🍳 Menu: Kısır (Turkish Bulgur Salad) Pişi (Turkish fried bread) Enjoy authentic Turkish flavors and connect with others through the joy of cooking and culture! ✨ Spots are limited! Registration Link 4afzo286bct.typeform.com/to/oxYLHimG Contact us at: info@tccnj.org

🩸 Life is Good. Give Blood. ❤️ Join Embrace Relief and the Turkish Cultural Center of New Jersey for a Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross! 📅 Date: Sunday, April 5th 🕚 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Harmony Point, 7 Doig Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 Every donation can help save up to three lives. 👉 Register now: redcrossblood.org/give.html/driv… #BloodDrive #GiveBlood #SaveLives #TCCNJ #EmbraceRelief #RedCross #CommunityCare

Eid Mubarak! As the blessed month of Ramadan comes to an end, we celebrate a time of gratitude, compassion, and togetherness. At the Turkish Cultural Center of New Jersey, we are grateful for the opportunity to bring people of all backgrounds together through shared meals, meaningful dialogue, and cultural exchange throughout this special month. Eid al-Fitr reminds us of the importance of caring for one another, strengthening our communities, and building bridges across cultures and faiths. We wish everyone celebrating a joyful and peaceful Eid filled with happiness, health, and connection.

🏛️ Is it a "strange time" to be in D.C. advocating for the humanities? We don’t think so. In a world of complex global issues, the humanities are the toolkit we need for the present. Our CEO and Board are on the Hill today to make the case for why this funding is non-negotiable.

Our Ramadan Dialogue Community Iftars are bringing neighbors and friends together throughout this special month. During Ramadan, a time of reflection, generosity, and community, we gather around the table with people of different faiths and backgrounds to share a meal and meaningful conversation. These evenings create a warm space for learning about one another’s traditions and building genuine connections. Our first event was hosted in collaboration with the Borough of East Rutherford. Our second gathering, held at the Turkish Cultural Center, was a special evening for women. Guests enjoyed experiencing traditional Turkish arts, including Ebru (marbling art) and a live Ney (reed flute) performance. The henna activity was a big hit with the children!

Wishing our Muslim neighbors a blessed and joyful Ramadan.

Ramadan Kareem to all who celebrate! Wishing our Muslim friends and neighbors across New Jersey a peaceful holiday.

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak 🌙 As the blessed month of Ramadan begins, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all. Ramadan is a time of reflection, compassion, generosity, and spiritual growth. It reminds us of the importance of caring for one another, strengthening our communities, and sharing with those in need. May this sacred month bring peace to your hearts, blessings to your homes, and renewed hope to our communities. ✨ Wishing everyone a meaningful and peaceful Ramadan. #RamadanMubarak #Ramadan #Compassion #Generosity

Muslim Heritage Month Celebration Everyone is welcome to join this wonderful cultural community event celebrating heritage, diversity, and togetherness. Enjoy: Folklore dances Cultural diversity displays & exhibits Museum experience Traditional food Live Flute …and much more! Wayne Community Center (WCC) Date: Saturday, January 24th Time: 3 PM – 6 PM Bring your family and friends and be part of this beautiful community gathering!

MOSAIC ART WORKSHOP Create your own beautiful mosaic lamp and experience a timeless art tradition in a warm, creative setting! Join us for a hands-on workshop where colorful glass pieces come together to form a stunning, handcrafted lamp you’ll proudly take home. What You’ll Experience: • Introduction to mosaic lamp art • Step-by-step guidance from an instructor • Hands-on creation of your own mosaic lamp • A relaxing and enjoyable cultural experience No experience needed! All materials will be provided—just bring your creativity. Date: Saturday, January 31st, 2026 Time: 11 am Location: Harmony Point 7 Doig Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 Come create, connect, and light up your space with art! Registration Required to attend the workshop! mosaicartstudio.us/products/priva…

Give Blood. Save Lives. Join Embrace Relief and the Turkish Cultural Center of New Jersey for a Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross! Date: Saturday, January 17th Time: AM – PM Location: Harmony Point, 7 Doig Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 Every donation can help save up to three lives. Register now: redcrossblood.org/give.html/driv…