7TH ANNUAL ATA-DC TURKISH FESTIVAL
October 4, 2009
Washington, DC Annual Turkish Festival offers a full day of free activities that range from lively folk dancing and musical performances to arts and crafts activities for children and adults. Visitors also enjoy other much-loved aspects of Turkey such as its delicious cuisine, tradition of coffee fortune reading, and bustling Bazaar.
Website: www.turkishfestival.org
19TH ANNUAL HOUSTON TURKISH FESTIVAL October 10-11, 2009
Jones Plaza, Houston, TX For the first time in its history, the festival will be 2 days. TUANA Folk Dance & Art Club from Turkey will perform whirling dervishes, Ottoman military band in addition to folk dances from various regions, and a surprise for the kids. Baris, who entertained everyone with most popular Turkish songs last year, is coming back for a concert on Saturday. Great food, Grand Bazaar, arts & crafts from Turkey, Azerbaijan and Bosnia, and more await everyone.
Website: turkishfest.atahouston.org SEATTLE TURKISH CULTURAL FESTIVAL
October 17-18, 2009
Seattle Center House, Seattle, WA The theme for TurkFest 2009, Cultural Reflections of Nature, stems from an ancient western Anatolian philosophy that describes earth, air, water, and fire as the four basic elements of nature. Festival attractions will explore the historical, social, and cultural connection between humanity and nature to demonstrate how the natural elements shape people’s lives in and around Turkey.
Website: www.turkfest.org
TURANT TURKFEST 2009
October 24-25, 2009
Addison Circle Park, TX Behind every rhythmic beat of the drum, behind every twirling handkerchief, every solemn poem and hopeful song lies a story waiting to be told. Behind every textile design and trousseau lies a tradition, a family custom, a story waiting to unfold. At TurkFest 2009, you are invited to join DFW Turkish community in exploring these real stories that bring our culture, our music, dance and arts to life.
Website: www.turant.org
8TH ANNUAL FLORIDA TURKISH FESTIVAL November 15, 2009
Hollywood Beach, Florida Website: www.floridaturkishfestival.org |