Peace Islands Institute Boston

10/14/2026

10/12/2026

Abraham’s Table #2 | One Creator: Many Paths, Finding Common Ground

Yesterday, we gathered at ISGM in Hopkinton for our second Abraham’s Table, graciously hosted by the MetroWest Interfaith Community.

We are grateful to our speakers Rabbi Mimi Micner, Moni Mahl, Siri Karam Khalsa, Imam Shaykh Yasir, Abigail Johnson, and Paula Haas for sharing their perspectives and experiences. Special thanks to Fr. Carl Chudy and Dr. Shahida Balaparya, the MetroWest Interfaith Community, our partners, volunteers, and everyone who joined us.

One participant beautifully described interfaith gatherings like Abraham’s Table as a “spiritual gas station," a place where we can reconnect, recharge with love, peace, tolerance, and mutual understanding, and return to our communities with renewed energy and hope.

📅 Next Abraham’s Table:
Sunday, November 22 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Jack Satter House, Revere

We look forward to continuing to build bridges, strengthen relationships, and bring our communities together.

10/09/2026

09/26/2026

Turkish Coffee Tasting – Brew, Serve, Connect at Woburn Public Library!

We had a wonderful time today at Woburn Public Library for “Turkish Coffee Tasting – Brew, Serve, Connect,” sharing the rich tradition of Turkish coffee with our local community!

The program was fully booked, with a waiting list, reflecting the wonderful interest in Turkish culture. Participants explored the history of Turkish coffee, learned about its unique preparation and serving traditions, and, of course, enjoyed freshly prepared Turkish coffee together.

It was wonderful to see how a cup of coffee can bring people together, spark conversations, and create opportunities for cultural exchange and connection.

The program was organized by the Peace Islands Institute Boston Art & Culture Committee. Our heartfelt thanks go to our dedicated volunteers for their time, effort, and warm hospitality in making this program possible.

A special thank you to Woburn Public Library for hosting us, and to everyone who joined us and made the program such a warm and memorable experience!

09/24/2026

THANK YOU TO OUR HOST COMMITTEE & COMMUNITY PARTNERS!

Following yesterday’s Cultural Diversity Day at the Massachusetts State House, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the elected officials, community organizations, cultural groups, and partners who helped make this meaningful gathering possible.

🏛️ HOST COMMITTEE

We are sincerely grateful to the members of our Host Committee for their support of Cultural Diversity Day:

⭐ Senator Jamie Eldridge
⭐ Representative Jeffrey Rosario Turco — Event Sponsor
⭐ Representative Sean Garballey
⭐ Representative Steven Owens
⭐ Representative James Arena-DeRosa
⭐ Representative Daniel Consalvo
⭐ Representative Jay Livingstone
⭐ Representative Christopher Worrell
⭐ Representative Tram T. Nguyen
⭐ Representative Marjorie C. Decker

Their support helped us bring diverse communities together at the Massachusetts State House and create a welcoming space to celebrate the cultural richness of our Commonwealth.

🤝 COMMUNITY PARTNERS

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our wonderful partner organizations:

• Repair the World
• Mosaic: Interfaith Youth Action
• Revere Arabic Community
• Boston Global Forum
• Boston Kyrgyz Foundation
• The Peace Valley Foundation
• Azerbaijan Community
• Kazak Community
• Souls of India
• Turkicstan
• Turan Association

Thank you for your partnership, participation, and support
Each organization brought its own community, culture, traditions, and perspective to the day, making Cultural Diversity Day a true reflection of the diversity that enriches Massachusetts.

This gathering was about more than celebrating our differences. It was about building relationships across communities, creating new connections, and strengthening a shared sense of belonging

We are grateful to everyone who stood with us in making this vision possible, and we look forward to continuing these partnerships and building an even stronger Cultural Diversity Day in 2027

Different cultures. One community. Stronger together.

With gratitude,
Peace Islands Institute Boston
Boston Dialogue Foundation

09/17/2026

Abraham’s Table: Building Bridges, One Table at a Time

What a meaningful evening! Yesterday, we gathered for the September session of Abraham’s Table — “Compassion in Action,” bringing together people from different faiths and backgrounds for dinner, dialogue, and friendship.

A very special thank you to our wonderful speakers:

Rabbi Leonard Gordon
Imam Ibrahim Sayar
Dorothy C. Buck, PhD

We are deeply grateful for their thoughtful reflections, wisdom, and contribution to the evening. We also thank our partners, volunteers, and everyone who joined us and helped make our first gathering so meaningful.

And Abraham’s Table continues!

Join us for our next gathering:

“One Creator: Many Paths, Finding Common Ground”
📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Islamic Society of Greater Milford
2 West Elm Street, Hopkinton, MA

Hosted in partnership with the MetroWest Interfaith Community, with voices from Jewish, Sikh, Muslim, Hindu, Baha’i, and Christian communities.

Together, we continue creating spaces for dialogue, friendship, understanding, and common ground.

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11 and honor the courage, sacrifice, and resilience shown in the face of tragedy.
May this day continue to remind us of the importance of unity, compassion, dialogue, and peace in building a stronger society together.
We remember. We reflect. We stand together.

09/10/2026

Please register here If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected] or call or text at 862-264-7000.