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May 08
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S. Z. Sakall: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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S. Z. Sakall, born Jakab Grünwald on February 2, 1883, in Budapest, Hungary, was one of six siblings. His father worked as a sculptor. Sakall discovered an early passion for theatre, demonstrated by the vaudeville-style shows he wrote as a schoolboy. He launched his professional career on stages in Budapest and Vienna, quickly becoming popular in both opera and comedy.…
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May 05
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Ronny Chieng: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning comedian, actor, and writer Ronny Chieng. Ronny Chieng was born in 1984 in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, into a Malaysian Chinese family. Growing…
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Apr 29
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Hassan Kamel Al-Sabbah: Arab American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight prolific inventor, Hassan Kamel Al-Sabbah. Hassan Kamel Al-Sabbah was born in Lebanon in 1894. He displayed considerable intellectual abilities as a child. His commitment to his studies earned…
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Apr 22
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Laila Lalami: Arab American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight writer and educator Laila Lalami. Laila Lalami was born in 1968 in Rabat, Morocco, to a family of devoted readers. From an early age, Laila’s parents emphasized the…
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Apr 21
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Celebrate the Culture of India with IIB!

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM International Institute of Buffalo 864 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209 Free Parking    Tickets General Admission: $45 Good Neighbor Society Member: $35 Kids 6-12: $15 Kids 5 and Under: Free Enjoy a wonderfully festive night of Indian culture featuring: Traditional Indian music and dancers from the Kala Seva Arts & Cultural Society…
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Apr 15
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Rana el Kaliouby: Arab American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing scientist and entrepreneur, Rana el Kaliouby. Rana el Kaliouby was born in Cairo in 1978 to two technologist parents. Inspired by her father's work, she pursued science and…
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Apr 08
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Dr. Elias Zerhouni: Arab American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing radiologist and former Director of the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Elias Zerhouni. Elias Zerhouni was born in April 1951 in the small village of Neuroma, Algeria. Both…
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Mar 27
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Vincent O’Neill: Irish History Month and Recognizing Irish Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Irish American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight renowned actor, director, and co-founder of Buffalo’s Irish Classical Theatre Company, Vincent O’Neill. Vincent O’Neill was born in Dublin, Ireland, on January 21, 1950. The middle child among five…
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Mar 25
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Dr. Adiam Tsegai: Women’s History Month and Recognizing Women Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential immigrant and refugee women who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight SUNY Erie Community College President, Dr. Adiam Tsegai. Dr. Adiam Tsegai was born in Eritrea, East Africa, and immigrated to the Bronx, New York, with her family in the 1980s.…
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Mar 20
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Maureen O’Hara: Irish History Month and Recognizing Irish Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Irish American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Hollywood Golden Age actress Maureen O’Hara. Maureen Fitzsimons, later known as Maureen O’Hara, was born in Ranelagh, Ireland, in 1920. The second-oldest of five siblings, she credited her close-knit…
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