Year: 2014

  • So you want to go to the 3rd Annual Tarab On The Beach eh?

    TOTB is Sunday, August 24th are you ready? Sunday, a whole bunch of Arab, Middle Eastern, & North African Queers will be taking over the northern part of RIIS beach, and this post will get you ready honey. Getting ready to get there! TOTB starts at noon (EST not CPT), volunteers will be there at 10am to prepare, pitching…

  • Eid Mubarak & Announcing Tarab On The Beach

    Eid Mubarak   One of the most joyous days in the Islamic calendar, Eid al Fitr is a celebration that marks the end of Ramadan (a holy month of fasting observed by Muslims). On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, Tarab NYC extends warm wishes to its members and friends that are observing this special holiday. While…

  • Tarab NYC board applications and nominations are now being accepted.

    Hi Everyone! We are now accepting board applications and nominations for the new Tarab NYC. To apply to be a board member click here. To nominate a board member click here. Women and Trans* individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.  Feel free to email us if you have any questions. -Tarab NYC

  • The End Of Tarab NYC As We Know It 

    A Message From Our Founder – Bashar Makhay Salamat Tarab NYCers, Over two years ago when I sat down with some friends and told them that I wanted to throw a party for all queer people from all over the Middle East and North Africa, little did I know it would become a something so…

  • Pride S3eda wa Ramadan Mubarak!

    برايد سعيدة و رمضان مبارك Happy Pride & Ramadan Mubarak Considered to be the most sacred month in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict fasting is observed from sunrise to sunset has begun. Tarab NYC extends warm wishes to its members and friends that are observing this holy month.  This…

  • Tarab NYC: Donate, Register, Party, March!

    Tarab NYC marched in Brooklyn Pride last Saturday. The march was fun, community based, and a great experience for all those that participated. With the exception of a few incidents of racism and ignorance, our presence was visible, long overdue and extremely appreciated. Not surprising, we were greeted by many other Middle Eastern and North…

  • Tarab NYC Marched in Brooklyn Pride!

    The march was fun and community based, we enjoyed it and so did the spectators.  We did however encounter some racism and other bullshit… we can talk more about that later.  Until then check out the pics below! Post by Tarab NYC.

  • Join Tarab NYC As We Celebrate Pride Month!

    Brooklyn Pride March – Pride Weekend Kickoff NYC Pride March – Color Me Queer

  • Announcing Our Pride Calendar

      More Details Coming Soon!

  • Tarab NYC: Featured AP Article – Syndicated over 100 times.

    Hey Folks! Tarab NYC and our DJ and Organizer was featured in a featured AP article.  This article was syndicated over 100 times, including the Washington Post, Wall Street Journal and San Francisco Chronicle. The article is below: NEW YORK (AP) — With a loud hiccup and a hand over her mouth in coy embarrassment,…