Finding Refuge

We got a surprise for you!!🙊🙊

Introducing Safi Qadir🙌🏽

Safi Qadir is a calligraphy artist from the Chicagoland area who breathes new life into the ancient artform by combining classical and modern techniques, as well as by blending Arabic, English and Chinese styles. Besides his work as an artist, he’s a tech startup founder aiming to connect and strengthen the bonds between Muslims within communities throughout the country.

Catch Safi make a calligraphy painting in real time at Routes & Routes & bid to take it home 🏠

We’re only two days away!!

DID YOU KNOW THERE’S LIVE MUSIC @ ROOTS & ROUTES?!

Introducing Our Musician: ADE 🎶✨

Meet ADE, a multifaceted musician with a rich tapestry of experiences. Born in New York and raised in Iowa, ADE's love for storytelling shapes his music, which blends acoustic vibes with R&B influences. As a producer, mixing engineer, singer, rapper, and songwriter, ADE's work reflects his innermost thoughts and the complexities of love and life.

Inspired by artists like Daniel Caesar, Clinton Kane, Lizzie McAlpine, Labrinth, and Smino, ADE creates a unique sound with extended chords, moody lyrics, and powerful vocals. Proficient in six instruments, his journey began with a memorable third-grade solo and has led to notable performances, including opening for Davido and performing at the Mission Creek Festival.

Check out ADE set the vibes at Routes and Routes on June 22!! Ticket link in bio :)

🤣🤣Get ready to laugh

🎤Introducting Zaid Fouzi 🙌🏽

🗓️Catch him at Roots & Routes on June 22!!

Zaid Fouzi is a Syrian-American comedian based in Chicago who has performed across the U.S. and Canada. He dedicates his comedy to advocating for the Arab-American identity and has worked with some of the top Arab-American comedians including Bassem Youseff, Sammy Obeid, Ahmed Ahmed and Amer Zahr. His work and story have been featured on NPR, and AlAraby TV.

Ticket link is in the bio!

🌍✨ Roots & Routes: Stories of Displacement and Belonging ✨🎨

We are partnering with to bring you all an immersive multi-sensory experience!

Join us for a powerful and transformative event celebrating the resilience and strength of those who have faced displacement. This immersive experience brings together visual art, comedy, music, and food to elevate stories of belonging and the human spirit.

Highlights:
🖼️ Gallery Viewing: Explore the thought-provoking work of .art highlighting her identity as a Palestinian in the diaspora.
& the standing exhibit at reflecting on the interconnectedness of faith.

🎤 Performances: a stellar line up of comedians, musicians, spoken word poets, and storytellers. Be on the look the lookout for the full lineup drop 👀👀

🎨 Interactive Activities: Participate in interactive activities.

🍴 Food & Drink: Savor delicious food and drinks inspired by global cuisines.

💯💯All proceeds support unhoused refugees and refugees in Palestine. Your participation makes a difference!

📅 Date: June 22, 2024
🎟️ Tickets: $5 - $75

Be a part of this unique event and help make a positive impact. Get your tickets now!🙌🏽🙌🏽

This event will not have been possible without the support of 🙏🙏

Roots & Routes Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the resilience and stories of those who have experienced displacement and found belonging.

Pardes Gaya
With every journey away from one’s homeland, stories of longing and displacement find a voice through the poignant words of Mahmoud Darwish and Reza Mohammadi. In an era where forced displacement has become a harsh reality for many, their verses echo the silent sacrifices and untold hardships faced daily by refugees.

You can support our work helping refugees rebuild their lives and find home by donating below or purchasing this poster from our store link in the bio!