Pencil In
15 January 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Pencil In is a writers’ group created to provide a supportive environment for writers to write alone, together! We at 421 love the idea of body-doubling (working near or around someone to help stay focused and engaged) when we are working, writing, and creating.
Open to ages 18 and above.
No prior experience is required, just a love for the written word!
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The Localized Futures: Collective Heritage
20 January 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Localized Futures: Conversations by 421 x afikra is a signature series is a collaborative series of talks presented by 421 and afikra, dedicated to exploring the future of key cultural and civic sectors through a uniquely regional lens. This four-part program, running from January through April, is anchored by the theme, "The Localized Futures," which challenges global narratives by focusing on the distinct solutions, innovations, and challenges inherent to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
The entire series is a collaboration between 421 and afikra. Localized Futures is a collaborative talk series presented by 421 in partnership with afikra, and moderated by Mikey Muhanna.
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Stick with It!
1 February 2026
11:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Swap your favorite stickers and craft your heart out with fellow creatives at this cozy creative meetup!
Participants are encouraged to bring their journals and to save any memorabilia from their past week in this junk journaling X vision board galore where they will take a moment to pause, reflect on the past year, and prepare for the new year ahead by way of sticking and collaging in the art of junk journaling galore!
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A 421 Family Day!
7 February 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Get ready for Family Day at 421! A creative day full of gallery adventures, stories, and hands-on activities, specially designed for little ones and their families.
This special Family Day is open to all ages and skill levels, it’s a day made for kids but with plenty for grown-ups to enjoy too so parents are welcome to join!
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The Localized Futures: Education
10 February 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The future requires a new definition of learning. This session gathers leading minds from academia, policy, and publishing to address the imperative of educational innovation. The conversation will focus on how regional educational institutions are moving beyond traditional models to build learning ecosystems that are locally relevant, globally competitive, and capable of fostering critical thinking and creative citizenship.
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Pencil In
12 February 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Pencil In is a writers’ group created to provide a supportive environment for writers to write alone, together! We at 421 love the idea of body-doubling (working near or around someone to help stay focused and engaged) when we are working, writing, and creating.
Open to ages 18 and above.
No prior experience is required, just a love for the written word!
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For Poetry: A Writers’ Suhoor
26 February 2026
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Gather for a Writers’ Suhoor, an intimate evening of poetry, collaboration, and reflection. Arrive to be greeted by a typewriter inviting you to contribute a line to a collective poem, a spontaneous act of shared authorship.
Open to all skill levels, ages 18 and above. A light Suhoor will be provided.
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Image-Makers’ Suhoor
5 March 2026
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The Image-Makers’ Suhoor is an evening designed for image-makers, artists, and anyone curious about creative processes. The night begins with artist talks, where the invited artists will present works in progress and showcase their image-making practices across analog, film-making, and stop-motion, followed by a Q&A.
The evening concludes with a light Suhoor, providing time to reflect, share, and connect over creative practice.
No prior experience is required. Open to all skill levels, ages 18 and above. A light suhoor will be provided.
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Pencil In: Suhoor Hour
12 March 2026
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Pencil In is a writers’ group created to provide a supportive environment for writers to write alone, together! We at 421 love the idea of body-doubling (working near or around someone to help stay focused and engaged) when we are working, writing, and creating.
For this special Ramadan edition, write and share in the company of other writers while enjoying a light Suhoor, embracing the communal spirit of Ramadan.
Open to ages 18 and above.
No prior experience is required, just a love for the written word!
A light Suhoor will be provided!
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