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A Guide to Ramadan Events in 2023

by Nura Ahmed

This year, Ramadan starts March 23 and ends April 22, depending on when the crescent moon first appears. Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, which reckons time by the moon. It is a part of the five pillars of Islam, a series of obligations that every Muslim needs to abide by. During the month, Muslims fast from sunup to sundown, keeping up with their prayers and working towards purifying their hearts and actions. 

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Arts in the South End: A March 2023 Roundup

by Victor Simoes

Last Updated on March 23, 2023, 9:37 am.

It’s March, spring is almost here, and Seattle’s art scene is blossoming with even more events than previous months. From an Afrofuturistic sci-fi musical hybrid movie and other film festivals to Real Change’s open house and a one-night-only burlesque show, this month has options that appeal to almost every taste, mood, and sound.

Below, the Emerald compiled a list of art events throughout the South End and beyond, so keep reading to find what March has to offer.

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Mardi Gras in the South End

by Victor Simoes

Seattle may be miles away from New Orleans, but at least for the month of February, Seattleites can beat the winter freeze with the extravagance and excess of Mardi Gras celebrations. From jazz concerts to brass band blowouts and Cajun/Creole cuisine options, the Emerald has compiled a list of events and places to celebrate the traditions of this holiday, full of music, dancing, and lavish food, that will bring New Orleans a little closer to the South End this Fat Tuesday.

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Honoring Black History Month: Events in the Seattle Area

by Victor Simoes

Last Updated on February 22, 2023, 2:45 pm.

Black History Month is well underway. The annual celebration conceived by historian Carter G. Woodson began in 1926 as a time to honor Black resistance and raise awareness of Black history.

A wide range of events are happening throughout Seattle, uplifting Black histories, stories, and brilliance. These commemorations include educational events, workshops, art exhibitions, and an entirely new museum organized by Rainier Avenue Radio, showcasing the achievements and celebrating Black historical figures particular to the Pacific Northwest.

Listed below are some events around the Seattle area to honor and learn from the vast history of Black culture, identity, and excellence.

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