• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ To know more about arab culture. ”

  — on Aug 2, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ This meetup is the BEST! So many energetic people with Great energy from so many of the arabic cultures, Moroc, Egypt, the Gulf States, etc..Have made so many new friends.. ”

  — on Jul 30, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Great way to practice Arabic. ”

  — on Jul 30, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Very interesting & enthusiastic group ”

  — on Jul 11, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ you won't miss an event! in NYC we got you covered! ”

  — on May 3, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Really a nice group of smart, talented, interesting people who want to meet others...Keep it going! ”

  — on Apr 19, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Michael is an incredible planner. I attended the Cooking class at Tagine it was an unbelievable experience. It was so much fun. ”

  — on Jan 14, 2010.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Lots of cool and interesting people who seem to be supportive and ended up being great resources for fulfilling personal goals. ”

  — on Sep 12, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ I joined primarily for the language, but I've benefited from the excellent information-sharing on a wide range of thought-provoking events. ”

  — on May 23, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ I am very thankful to be a member of such a terrific group! ”

  — on Aug 25, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Very diverse and interesting. ”

  — on Aug 18, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Mike and other group members work very hard. He puts his soul into bringing some great things to this NYC group. They not only do cultural events, but have Arabic classes and more. I wish I lived in NYC full time. This group is inspirational. ”

  — on Aug 14, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ To have a great time ”

  — on Jul 20, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Michael is one of the very best organizers out there! He is friendly and open, but also very dependable and responsible. There are members from so many different cultures, and Michael addresses their varied interests with a very wide variety of activities. Thank you Michael! :) ”

  — on Jul 17, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The NYC Arabic Club & Jersey City ~ Hoboken Bellydance Meetup sponsor great, fun events that cover every thing from Art, to Bellydance, Literature, Music, Poetry to learning Arabic and dialect languages. Michael 'Jamal' Riegelman is a giant among Organizers and we love working together! ”

  — on Jun 29, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Strongly recommend it. There is a lot of potential to meet many wonderful people and the meetup's are always in great spots. ”

  — on Jun 29, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The NYC Arabic Club & Jersey City ~ Hoboken Bellydance Meetup sponsor great, fun events that cover every thing from Art, to Bellydance, Literature, Music, Poetry to learning Arabic and dialect languages. Michael 'Jamal' Riegelman is a giant among Organizers and we love working together! ”

  — on Jun 29, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Some people were really nice and friendly. ”

  — on May 30, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The activities vary and an individual will enjoy the new experiences depending on that person's personality. ”

  — on Mar 29, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Fun events; good way to meet different people; practice Arabic. ”

  — on Jan 26, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ because it rocks! ”

  — on Jan 26, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ every one should. it is different experience that is unique for anyone. I enjoyed it. ”

  — on Jan 18, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Its a great group of people, kind, easy going. If you're the least bit interested in middle eastern culture, this is the group for you ”

  — on Jan 11, 2009.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ because it rocks ”

  — on Dec 24, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The group members are collective of intellectual people. They are people from different walks of life which make this group very special. On my first event everybody was friendly and down to earth. As someone who traveled around the world I was so impressed about the diversity of this group. I would really recommend this group to anyone who is interested in learning arabic or would like to explore the culture. ”

  — on Sep 28, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Open-minded intelligent people. ”

  — on Sep 27, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Michael is a great organizer and the NYC Arabic Club has more varied events then any Meetup I know about! The people I've met are wonderful, friendly, and know how to have a great time too. I think anyone who appreciates music, art, film, dance and cultural diversity would love this group! ”

  — on Sep 27, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ enjoying to meet friends. ”

  — on Sep 26, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ organizer was very friendly and welcoming. ”

  — on Sep 19, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Very active organizer with lots of great ides for meetups. ”

  — on Sep 16, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ it is a good place that you can know new people from or intersted in your language ”

  — on Aug 29, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ I look forward to attending as many events as I can. ”

  — on Aug 15, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Great way to meet new people with similar interests ”

  — on Aug 15, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ To stay connected with Arabic culture and good people. ”

  — on Aug 4, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Although this was the first time I actually attended a Meet-up event, I've been so impressed with the invitations I've received since joining. The energetic way its Organizer Michael goes about planning classes, parties, events is quite revealing of his passion for this enterprise, which is wonderful and contagious. In addition Michael seems to have a wealth of knowledge of all the resources in the City (and globe) relating to Arabic language and culture. He offers it generously to the club. ”

  — on Aug 1, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Everyone is very friendly and open. So, tt's a comfortable environment for making new friends. ”

  — on Jul 31, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ it is an excellent experience to come and join a wonderful poeple ,share all your thoughts,ideas and opinions with very nice poeple .it is absolutly nice. ”

  — on Jul 31, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Because we learn about arabic culture and also cultures from different parts of the world, it's nice enviroment and safe. ”

  — on Jul 27, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Everyone was soo friendly! I really enjoyed sharing my culture, specifically my ethnic food with others. Will do this again! Highly recommended! ”

  — on Jul 27, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ To meet people from another cultures. ”

  — on Jul 26, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Expand your understanding of the world. ”

  — on Jul 26, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ So far the meetup group is really good. I haven't been in the group very long but I like it so far. ”

  — on Jul 12, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Nice eclectic group of people. Was refreshing. Loved talking to two Algerians in French - and mixing it up with the Moroccan dialect! ”

  — on Jun 7, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The group organizer seemed very friendly and welcoming. I wish to get to know the other members in this group. People should join this group so Americans and Arabs can get to know each other on a more personal level. This is a good way to wash away common hatred toward Arabs. ”

  — on Jun 1, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Rock on and keep up the good work!! ”

  — on May 31, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ It's a great friendly atmosphere, all genuine people who share the same passion and interestes, very cozy and family like. ”

  — on May 31, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ A group of the most intellegent, fun and caring people in NYC ”

  — on May 24, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ This is one of the most diversified group with an Active Modir ”

  — on Apr 12, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ It was a great event.I got to meet a lot of people. ”

  — on Mar 21, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ It was much fun chatting with Michael and Assad, they made my friend and I feel welcomed. Big hugs to Michael (( )). ”

  — on Mar 12, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Super job Michael - thanks ”

  — on Feb 18, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Thank you Michael for making this event happen, I would love to do it again! ”

  — on Feb 17, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Everyone was very nice and sincerely interested in each other. I never felt like a stranger at any time during the meet up. Even though we didn't know each other, it never seemed that way. I wish we could do this once a month. It was so much fun. ”

  — on Feb 17, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ very welcoming.. ”

  — on Feb 16, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ I like the fact that there are different types of events, I've enjoyed every one so far. Thank you Michael for organizing this meetup. ”

  — on Feb 11, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Jamal came - thank you! Had a bunch of great dancers. ”

  — on Feb 6, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The organizer is very enthusiastic with good intentions. ”

  — on Jan 30, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Meetup Group is great! ”

  — on Jan 29, 2008.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ This was my 1st visit to the UN & it was very good, very informative. Sorry I wasn't able to stay for dinner. ”

  — on Dec 7, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ great leader, micheal; great tour operator, and cool environment. felt rite at home. thank you very much. steve lefler ”

  — on Nov 30, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ How did my social life come to revolve around you people? I don't know, but you're all great. ”

  — on Aug 6, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Diverse, friendly people. ”

  — on Aug 4, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Great forum! ”

  — on Aug 4, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The movies were pretty good. However, I felt they generally provided a watered down version of the harsh reality. It might just be that original movies that capture the daily suffering of palestinians are too graphic and traumatic to show to a Western audience. ”

  — on Jul 14, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Excellent event- thanks! ”

  — on Jun 23, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Was a great event. ”

  — on May 18, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Very active ”

  — on May 15, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ i'm grateful to the group for pointing me in the direction of this performance, but with only 6 of us RSVP'd out of a hundred, i didn't even bother to look for others. guess i should have gone to a small event first, and made friends, then i would have recognized people! but even if it's not really an Arabic Language & Culture club social event, this kind of experience is wonderful for experiencing both language and culture. I hope that you note more things like this on the calendar! ”

  — on Apr 22, 2007.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Great! ”

  — on Sep 14, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ This meet up has a very diverse group of people from different walks of life. It was a really good experience. Thanks a lot. ”

  — on Nov 5, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ all member are so friendly. I loved all of them. I enjoyed a lot. Thank you guys for giving an opportunity to meet friendly and nice people.I will look forward to your next meetup ”

  — on Nov 5, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Only thing I think is you should have had an end time so I could have planned better. And maybe a stretch break! But you did a great job teaching! ”

  — on Oct 25, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ I'm a new member so I can't say much until I actually meet the people on the group. ”

  — on Oct 6, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ The folks were very nice...the DJ Ibrahim...I didn't get to meet Michael though...I think i missed him. ”

  — on Aug 12, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ it is a good opportunity for networking, making social and business connections as well as improving your grasp of the language -the only complaint has to do with my particular situation, I miss a lot of events and/or arrive late or have trouble finding venues due to the fact that I am coming from Staten Island. ”

  — on Jun 2, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ A nice bunch of people. Pleasant. ”

  — on May 6, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Shukran yaa Modir El kabir n' yaa DJ for having this hafla. Mike, you chose the right event. I am so happy, man!! Thanks for all of my friends who came and say goodbye....almost cried at the end of the nite coz all y'all are real fun folks to hang out with!!! I know I will not meet another individual like each of ya. N' Mike...yeah, will not keep in touch with ya so that will get ya n' some folks down in Cali to hunt me....then...we go chill and cruise the boardwalk of those famous beaches....OH YEAH, Far OUT, DUDE !!!! ”

  — on Apr 14, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ I quit looking for new events online because I know that the best ones are already posted on the message board. Please keep those emails coming. ”

  — on Apr 7, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ very helpful in connecting with events of interest I might otherwise have missed. ”

  — on Jan 28, 2006.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Lots of very nice people. ”

  — on Sep 6, 2005.
• NYC Int'l Arabic Language & Culture Social Meetup Community

  “ Great! I really enjoy meeting people in this group. Thanks so much. ”

  — on Mar 27, 2005.

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• “ Words alone can Not Describe how much I enjoy this Club. I truly grateful to have found it - thanks to the woman I met at the Coffee Pot who told me about it! I have met and made more friends than I can remember. I wish I would have known about this place sooner! Everyone Without Exception has been a unique joy to meet. I hope we continue to grow together and continue our elusive quest for Arabic fluency, while having a Great Time doing it! Heck, even if you aren't interested in learning Arabic, and some of you aren't, that's OK too! If anyone ever needs to contact me, my cell number is (347) 523.3937 and my eMail is Michael.Riegelman@gmail.com. Peace/Shalom/Salaam! Michael Kim 'Jamal' Riegelman ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Sep 12, 2009.
• “ Read above ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Jan 11, 2009.
• “ I can't rate this group because I never met up with any of the members. Neither a clear meet up point nor contact telephone number was provided to realize my goal of meeting the group members. ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Jul 19, 2009.
• “ There was no one there and the guy at the desk knew nothing about it and said three other people had showed up before me as well. What the hell happened? ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Apr 30, 2007.
• “ I like the members. ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Dec 30, 2005.
• “ Good ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Nov 18, 2005.
• “ greatest group ”

  — Anonymous Meetup Group member on Apr 26, 2006.