Northern Ohio Intercultural Association - NOICA

10/24/2026

👩‍🍳❤️ NOICA Cooking Club at John Knox Presbyterian Church

On October 22, our NOICA Cooking Club gathered at John Knox Presbyterian Church for a wonderful culinary experience, preparing two delicious treats!

🥬 Spinach Börek – A savory pastry filled with spinach and wrapped in delicate, flaky layers.

🍮 Kadayif Pudding Cups – A delightful dessert combining creamy pudding with crispy kadayif.

Through cooking together, we share culinary traditions, celebrate cultural diversity, and strengthen the bonds of friendship and community.

A heartfelt thank-you to John Knox Church for welcoming us and to everyone who participated and made this gathering special!

10/20/2026

✨ Cleveland Welcomes “Mefkûre Yolcuları”!

Cleveland was honored to host the opening performance of Ümit Nağmeleri’s *Mefkûre Yolcuları* (“Travelers of an Ideal”) U.S. tour!

Young artists from Germany, Albania, Romania, Canada, and across the United States came together for an inspiring evening of music, poetry, and theater. Through moving performances centered on patience, perseverance, loyalty, and hope, the program brought people together around shared values and the vision of a better world.

Harun Çekiç, Executive Director of the Northern Ohio Intercultural Association (NOICA), welcomed the visiting artists and students and expressed his gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this special evening possible.

The night concluded with a powerful performance of “Yeni Bir Dünya” (“A New World”), as audience members joined the artists onstage to sing together—a beautiful moment of unity and connection.

**NOICA is grateful to all the performers, organizers, volunteers, and supporters who helped make this memorable evening possible.**

10/12/2026

10/10/2026

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Enchanted Hearts is excited to be a part of a special event taking place Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Renaissance Unity in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. Come for some or all of this FREE community building Interfaith Celebration!
If you'd like to chant with us, we will be chanting from 7:30pm-8:45pm.
AFTER our kirtan, there will be a community drum circle, so bring along your drums, shakers, khartals, etc., to close out the night!
Please read over the full schedule to see all the wonderful sessions that are being offered, including a sound bath and a community potluck dinner!😊 Again, this is a free event, open to all.
If you feel moved to make an offering out of love, donations will be accepted for sound bath and concerts💖💖
We hope to see you there!!
We encourage you to bring a mat, pillow, or blanket for your comfort if you wish to sit on the floor. Chairs will be provided.
Renaissance Unity is located at
4853 Galaxy Parkway Suite E
Warrensville Heights OH 44128
Doors open at NOON
The night concludes at 10:00 pm
Bring your friends and leave with some new ones!!💖💖💖

09/15/2026

Thank You for Making the 6th NOICA Annual Dialogue Picnic a Success! 🌿

What a wonderful day of community, friendship, dialogue, and togetherness! 💙

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for the 6th NOICA Annual Dialogue Picnic and helped make the afternoon so special. From meaningful conversations to shared food, smiles, and time spent together, the event reminded us once again of the strength and beauty of our diverse community.

A special thank you to our volunteers, supporters, families, friends, and community partners who contributed their time, energy, and generosity. Your support makes events like this possible and helps NOICA continue building bridges among people of different backgrounds and faiths.

🤝 Together, we build understanding. Together, we strengthen our community.

Thank you for being part of the NOICA family! ❤️

09/11/2026

09/08/2026

🎉 SAVE THE DATE! 🎉

🌍 NOICA FOOD FESTIVAL 🌍

Join us for a wonderful day celebrating food, culture, music, and friendship! ❤️

🍽️ Enjoy authentic Turkish flavors and delicious Mediterranean & Central Asian cuisine
🎶 Live music & performances
🌸 Cultural exhibits
🎉 Fun activities for all ages
🤝 Bring your family and friends and enjoy an unforgettable day together!

📅 September 19
⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 NOICA Youth & Dialogue Center
32901 Station St, Solon, OH 44139

Come hungry, bring your friends, and taste the flavors of our cultures! ❤️

Food • Culture • Friendship