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Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Joined March 2014
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What a wonderful day at the @PIINJ 7th Annual Peace Festival! πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ’™ We loved meeting so many members of the community, sharing more about Embrace Relief and our humanitarian work, and giving out school supplies to students. πŸŽ’βœοΈ Thank you to Peace Islands Institute for bringing people together for a beautiful celebration of peace, unity, culture, and community. We’re grateful to have been part of it! 🧑 #PeaceIslands #EmbraceRelief #NJ #NewJersey #PeaceFestival #Peace #InternationalDayOfPeace
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On this sacred day of reflection and prayer, Peace Islands Institute wishes everyone observing Yom Kippur a peaceful and meaningful day. May your prayers be heard, your hearts find peace, and your homes be filled with love, forgiveness, and hope. May this day bring us closer to one another and remind us of the beauty of compassion and understanding. πŸ€πŸ•ŠοΈ
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🌍✨ Tomorrow is the day! The Peace Islands Institute 7th Annual Peace Festival is almost here! πŸŽ‰πŸ•ŠοΈ Are you ready for a day of peace, unity, culture, and community? πŸ’™ πŸ“… Tomorrow β€” September 19 πŸ“ Come celebrate with us! See you at the Peace Festival! πŸ•ŠοΈπŸŒŽ
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🌿✨ ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT! ✨🌿 Peace Islands Institute’s 7th Annual Peace Festival is almost here! πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ’š Are you ready for a day of peace, culture, music, food, fun, and community? 🎢🌎 πŸ“… September 19, 2026 πŸ“ Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck, NJ Are you ready? πŸ‘€πŸ•ŠοΈ See you there! #PeaceFestival #PeaceIslandsInstitute #2DaysLeft #Peace #Community #TeaneckNJ
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πŸ•ŠοΈ Only 4 days left! 🌍✨ Join us for the 7th Annual Peace Festival on September 19, 2026, for an afternoon of music, dance, food, family activities, and community connection! πŸ’™ πŸ“ Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck, NJ ⏰ 2–7 PM Come celebrate peace, unity, culture, and community with us! πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ’š #PeaceFestival #PeaceIslands #Unity #Community #TeaneckNJ #4DaysLeft #CelebratePeace
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🍎🍯 Shanah Tovah! 🍯🍎 Peace Islands Institute celebrates Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and wishes everyone celebrating a year filled with peace, unity, hope, and new beginnings. ✨ May the year ahead bring sweetness, blessings, and joy to you and your loved ones. #ShanahTovah #RoshHashanah #PeaceIslandsInstitute #JewishNewYear #Peace #Unity #Hope
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We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and express our gratitude to those who served and helped others in the face of tragedy. May remembrance inspire compassion, unity, and a continued commitment to peace. πŸ•ŠοΈ
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🌟 Happy Labor Day from Peace Islands Institute! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the hardworking people whose dedication, compassion, and contributions help build stronger communities. Labor Day is more than a day off. It is a moment to recognize the value of work, service, cooperation, and dignity. Every teacher who inspires, every volunteer who serves, every healthcare worker who cares, every parent who provides, and every neighbor who lends a helping hand plays a part in creating a more peaceful and connected society. At Peace Islands Institute, we believe that when people come together across cultures and communities, our collective work can make a lasting difference. 🀝🌍 Today, we honor you, the people who work, serve, build, care, and contribute. Happy Labor Day! May our shared efforts continue to build bridges of peace, understanding, and unity. πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ’™ #LaborDay #PeaceIslandsInstitute #Community #Service #Unity #Peace #StrongerTogether
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πŸš΄β€β™€οΈπŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Join Peace Islands Institute for the 7th Annual Peace Festival 2026! πŸ•ŠοΈ πŸ“… Saturday, September 19, 2026 πŸ“ Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck, NJ πŸ•‘ 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM Get ready for a day of riding, walking, culture, music, food, and community as we come together to celebrate unity, peace, and diversity. Our main event, the Peace Ride & Walk, brings people of all ages together to enjoy the outdoors, connect with one another, and promote peace in our community. The day will also feature kids’ activities, live music and dance performances, cultural celebrations, raffles, delicious food and dessert, and much more! Come and Celebrate the Unity, Culture & Community πŸ’™πŸ•ŠοΈ #PeaceFestival26 #PeaceIslandsNJ #PeacePartners #CommunityUnity #ACelebrationOfUnityCultureCommunity
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What a wonderful afternoon in Englewood! The Back to School Splash brought together families, children, community organizations, and local leaders for an afternoon filled with fun, food, music, swimming, games, and community spirit. Peace Islands Institute was proud to be a community partner alongside the City of Englewood Parks and Recreation, DCVYP, Bergen Family Center, and Embrace Relief in helping make this event possible. The event was centered around an important goal: making sure local students feel supported, prepared, and excited for the new school year. One of the highlights was the backpack giveaway, where Englewood students received backpacks filled with school supplies to help them start the year with confidence. We were honored to join local leaders, nonprofit organizations, faith communities, and families in celebrating Englewood’s diversity and investing in its youngest residents. Events like this remind us of the power of partnership, service, and community connection. A special thank you to everyone who contributed their time, resources, and energy to make the Back to School Splash such a success. We are grateful to be part of a community that comes together to support its children and families. Peace Islands Institute is proud to continue building bridges and strengthening communities through collaboration and service. πŸ€πŸŽ’ #BFCBackToSchoolSplash #BackpackGiveaway #MackayPark #BergenCounty #BackToSchool2026 #PeaceIslandsInstitute #CommunityPartnership #EnglewoodNJ
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We’re proud to partner with our fellow community organizations for the rescheduled Back to School Splash! πŸŒŠπŸŽ’ πŸ“… Sunday, Aug. 23 ⏰ 2–6 PM πŸ“ Mackay Park & Pool Free family fun, pool access, kosher BBQ and a backpack giveaway!
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β˜€οΈπŸ“š A New School Year Starts with a Celebration! πŸ“šβ˜€οΈ Get ready for an afternoon filled with family fun, great food, and community spirit at our Back-to-School Splash! πŸ“† Sunday, August 16 πŸ•‘ 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM πŸ“Œ Mackay Park Lawn Here’s what’s waiting for you: πŸ–οΈ Enjoy access to Mackay Pool 🍽️ Halal & Kosher BBQ 🎈 Activities and entertainment for youth of all ages Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate the start of a brand-new school year with the community! We look forward to seeing everyone for an afternoon of fun, connection, and good memories! 🌟
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New Jersey, get ready! Join us for the 7th Annual #PeaceFestival2026β€”music, dance, food, kids’ activities and cultures coming together. πŸ“… Sat., Sept. 19 β€’ 2–7 PM πŸ“ Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck, NJ Bring family and friends! #NJEvents
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Thank you, AG Jennifer Davenport and @NewJerseyOAG team, for welcoming our delegation and for an open, thoughtful conversation. Building bridges begins with listening. Through dialogue and partnership, we can strengthen trust, promote peace, and serve every New Jerseyan.
It was a pleasure meeting with @PIINJ to discuss the importance of building understanding across communities. Strong partnerships and open dialogue strengthen trust, advance public safety, and help ensure every New Jerseyan feels heard. Thank you for the conversation.
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πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Happy 4th of July from Peace Islands Institute! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of American Independence, we wish everyone a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day. May this historic milestone inspire unity, hope, gratitude, and a renewed commitment to the values of freedom, peace, and community. Happy Independence Day! β€οΈπŸ€πŸ’™
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✨ Celebrating Creativity & Connection ✨ On June 11, we proudly hosted the 16th Annual Art & Essay Contest Award Ceremony at Montclair State University, honoring talented students from schools across New Jersey. This year’s theme, β€œBuilding Bridges: The Power of Connection,” inspired young artists and writers to explore empathy, inclusion, and the impact of meaningful relationships in our communities. We are proud to recognize the 32 winners selected from schools throughout New Jersey for their outstanding creativity, insight, and expression. Their artwork and essays beautifully reflected the spirit of building stronger, more connected communities. Congratulations to all award recipients, honorable mention students, and participants who shared their creativity and vision. Thank you to the families, educators, sponsors, volunteers, and community members who helped make this event a memorable success. Here are some highlights from the evening and a celebration of our talented winners. πŸ“ΈπŸŽ¨πŸ“ Together, we continue building bridges through art, writing, and understanding. πŸ’™ #PeaceIslands #ArtAndEssayContest #BuildingBridges
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