Events Calendar
Discover a diverse array of engaging programs and events designed to broaden your global perspective. Join us for insightful discussions, expert speakers, celebrations, and community events that connect Maine with the world.
Community Calendar
Is your organization holding an internationally focused event in Maine? The World Affairs Council of Maine is eager to promote global goings on around the state. If you would like to include your event on our calendar please email an event title, description, registration information (or link) and contact information to info@wacmaine.org at least two-weeks in advance. We will need two to three days to review and approve community submission.
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Coffee And Discussion: Current Events at the Falmouth Memorial Library
September 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Allison will share her impressions from her recent travel to Jordan and the West Bank.
Kershner, I. (2022, April 15). Jerusalem tattoo artist Inks pilgrims, priests and those scarred by conflict. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/
De Vega, L., De Vega, L., & De Vega, L. (2024, February 15). Curfews and closed schools: How the war suffocates the Palestinians of Hebron. EL PAÍS English. https://english.elpais.com/
Miranda, K. (2017, December 29). Despite the hurdles, Hebron glass makers keep the kiln fires burning. Middle East Eye. https://www.middleeasteye.net/
Sudilovsky, J., & Sudilovsky, J. (2023, December 22). Despite difficult Christmas season in Bethlehem devoid of tourists, local Christians have hope – OSV News. OSV News –. https://www.osvnews.com/2023/
Stern, I. (2024, July 26). A pollster sheds light on Palestinian attitudes toward the U.S., Israel and Hamas. NPR. https://www.npr.org/2024/07/