November 8, 2025 — Falls Church, VAOn November 8, 2025, the Young Cultural Ambassadors Program (YCAP) hosted an inspiring in-person session at the ATA-DC House, titled “Civic Engagement and Why It’s Important for You.” Youth participants enjoyed an engaging afternoon of learning, discussion, and connection, as part of YCAP’s ongoing mission to cultivate informed and
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November 1, 2025 — Washington, DCATA-DC proudly celebrated the 102nd Anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye with an elegant Republic Day Ball at the Washington Plaza Hotel. The evening brought together community members, friends, and distinguished guests for a night filled with pride, music, and heartfelt tribute to the vision of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and
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October 26, 2025 — Falls Church, VAOn October 26, 2025, ATA-DC’s Atatürk School for Children celebrated the 102nd Anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye at the ATA-DC House. Students honored Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Türkiye, through poems, performances, and presentations that highlighted his legacy and the values of leadership, courage, and civic
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October 19, 2025 — Washington, DCATA-DC proudly hosted the 23rd Annual Turkish Festival on October 19, transforming Pennsylvania Avenue into a vibrant celebration of Turkish culture, cuisine, music, and community. With over 20,000 attendees, the festival once again stood as one of Washington, DC’s most beloved cultural events. The festival featured the largest display of
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October 12, 2025 — Falls Church, VAATA-DC hosted a delightful cultural afternoon celebrating one of Türkiye’s most treasured customs — the art of Turkish coffee and fortune reading. Held at the ATA-DC House in Falls Church, the event was part of the Turkish Heritage Month festivities, drawing community members eager to experience this unique blend
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October 4, 2025 — Falls Church, VA On October 4, 2025, the American Turkish Association of Washington, DC (ATA-DC) welcomed the community to the ATA-DC House for a joyous gathering marking three remarkable milestones — the kickoff of the 14th Turkish Heritage Month, ATA-DC’s 60th Anniversary, and the organization’s 1st Anniversary as a registered Virginia
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September 27, 2025 — Bethesda, MD ATA-DC members, friends, and supporters gathered for a lively and heartfelt evening at Chef Aynur and Mustafa Özdemir’s home in Bethesda to raise funds for the 2025 Turkish Festival. Despite a touch of rain, the night radiated warmth, laughter, and community spirit as guests enjoyed freshly grilled Turkish dishes,
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June 15, 2025 — Arlington, VA ATA-DC’s annual Father’s Day Picnic brought together nearly one hundred members of the Turkish-American community at Quincy Park for a day filled with joy, connection, and shared heritage. Guests of all ages—from children to grandparents—enjoyed delicious Turkish cuisine provided by Akivva Grill and Fairfax Bakery, while celebrating fathers and
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June 7, 2025 — East Hartford, CT Over 40 ATA-DC members and friends made the trip to East Hartford, Connecticut on June 7th to cheer on the U.S. and Turkish Men’s National Soccer Teams for an international Friendly match in front of a sold-out Pratt & Whitney Stadium crowd. The long bus ride and the
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June 5, 2025 — Falls Church, VA In October 2024, ATA-DC reached a long-held milestone under the presidency of Sevtap Schreffler (2022–present), the purchase of the ATA-DC House, a permanent home for the organization and a symbol of six decades of perseverance, service, and unity.Today, the Atatürk School holds its classes there, and the space
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