NEW YORK - s4story -- NEW YORK, NY — Against all odds, visual artists, filmmakers, and writers in Gaza continue to create original work that deserves to be seen and celebrated.

"Threads Between Us," a two-day celebration of Palestinian art, literature, and film, invites New Yorkers to look beyond politics and headlines to connect directly with the creative voices of Gaza through exhibits, presentations, film, poetry, and interactive experiences.

Organized by the grassroots initiative, Goods for Gaza, the event will showcase new, original prints and books, providing tangible support for participating artists and their families in Gaza. "It's a celebration of creativity and an act of collaboration across borders, built on the conviction that Palestinian voices must not only be heard, but supported, celebrated, and given space to create," says Trish Maud, founder of Goods for Gaza.

Friday, November 6 | 6–9 PM

Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and author Mosab Abu Toha will share poetry and reflections on education and the challenges facing children in Gaza today.

South African scholar A. Kayum Ahmed will lead a conversation on peaceful resistance

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Muhammad Ali Mojaradi will explore events from the perspective of Islamic humanism

Exhibits of Palestinian art, photography, and short films will highlight the poetry of Gaza-based writer and event collaborator Munira El Najar

Saturday, November 7 | 11 AM–8 PM
A full day of exhibitions, discussions, and interactive experiences will include:

• Arts and crafts activities for children and families
• Art and photography by Palestinian creators, including photographers Faiz Qreqa, Nelly Elmasry, and Shadi Al-Tabatibi, and visual artists Raneem, Dima, Soma, Amari, Ahmed Tariq, and AAdham Alhrazyn
• Live conversations with writers in Gaza, facilitated by Coastline Press and the Palestinian Zine Collective
• A presentation of "Phoenix Rising" by filmmaker Yousef Alhelou
• An interactive introduction to Dabke traditional dance

By bridging cultural and religious divides, "Threads Between Us" seeks to create space for dialogue, celebrate Palestinian artistic traditions, and provide tangible support for participating Gaza-based artists and the families served by Goods for Gaza.

Event Information

Event web site: http://www.goodsforgaza.org/threads-between-us/

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Dates: Friday, November 6, and Saturday, November 7, 2026

Friday: 6–9 PM | Suggested donation: $30–$100

Saturday: 11 AM–8 PM | Suggested donation: $10 at the door

No one will be turned away for inability to pay. Food will be available both days.

Location: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 20 Cumming Street, Inwood, Manhattan, NYC

Transportation: A or 1 train to Dyckman Street

Registration:

Friday, November 6:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/threads-between-us-... (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/threads-between-us-tickets-2003344870436)

Saturday, November 7:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/threads-between-us-... (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/threads-between-us-saturday-tickets-2003567241554)

Organizer: Goods for Gaza

Website: http://www.goodsforgaza.org

Media Contact: Trish Maud
trish@goodsforgaza.org

About Goods for Gaza
Goods for Gaza is an Inwood-based grassroots micro-funding initiative that provides emergency assistance to families in Gaza.