Little Arabia
Ethnic enclave in Anaheim that is a center for the more than
24000 Arab Americans living in Orange County. Sometimes
known as Little Gaza. The district
is centered on Brookhurst Street in Anaheim,
near the Santa Ana (i-5) Freeway, between
La Palma Avenue and Katella Avenue
Arab Events in California:
Arab Cultural Festival
October event in San Francisco celebrating Arab culture
in Northern California. Showcases the arts, entertainment,
cuisine, traditions, and spirit of Arab Americans and
the Arab world.
Arab American Festival
Annual festival celebrating Arab culture. The event features
Arab music, arts, crafts, and cultural activities.
Has been held in Southern California and Arizona.
Arab Film Festival
Annual film festival showcasing the films of independent
Arab filmmakers, films that enhance understanding of
Arab culture and films that contradict frequently encountered
stereotypes. Usually includes screenbings in several large cities
in Northern and Southern California.
Arab Resources in California:
Arab Cultural and Community Center
San Francisco center dedicated to promoting Arab art and
culture and enriching the lives of the Arab American
Community.
Arab American Historical Foundation
Organization established in 1978 to research, preserve, and disseminate
Arab American History. Publisher of the Arab American Almanac.
Baswed in Glendale, Los Angeles County, Southern California.
Arab American Organizations in California
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Arab American Engineers and Architects - California Chapter
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Arab American Medical Association - California Chapter
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Arab American Professionals Network - California Chapter
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