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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · 5d

Wishing everyone a joyous and peaceful Diwali!
 May this Festival of Lights bring warmth, happiness, and prosperity to your homes and hearts. ✨
At Peace Islands Institute, we celebrate the values of hope, renewal, and togetherness that Diwali represents. Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating! 🌸

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · 5d

🕊️ One year since the passing of M. Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi, we honor his legacy of peace, education, and interfaith dialogue. His vision continues to inspire “islands of peace” around the world. 🌍

🎥 Watch the memorial tribute: buff.ly/XgoQ22F

#FethullahGülen #Hocaefendi #PeaceIslands #Legacy

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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · 24d

🌙 On this sacred day of reflection and atonement, Peace Islands Institute NJ extends heartfelt wishes to all observing Yom Kippur. May this day bring peace, renewal, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨

#YomKippur #PeaceIslandsNJ #DayOfAtonement #CommunityAndPeace

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Sep 26

Join us on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 11 AM for the PII Talk Series: Interfaith Talks with Pastor Tom Henion Jr. of Montville Reformed Church. His talk, “Christianity Through the Ages: History, Diversity, and Belief,” will explore faith & traditions of Christian thought.

👉 RSVP --> buff.ly/QgKTYy3

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Sep 23

🌸 Shanah Tovah! 🌸

Peace Islands Institute extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, from September 22–24, 2025. 🍎🍯

May this season bring renewal, peace, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨

#RoshHashanah #ShanahTovah #PeaceIslandsNJ #NewBeginnings

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Sep 18

🌍✨ Join us for the 6th Annual Peace Festival! Sept 21, 2–6 PM at Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck NJ. 🎶 Choir + English & Turkish songs, 💃 cultural dances, 🎨 activities, 🍴 food, 🎈 kids’ fun & 🎁 raffles! Free & open to all—come celebrate peace, unity & friendship. #PeaceFestival25

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Sep 11

On this day, we remember the lives lost on 9/11 and honor the courage of the heroes who rose in the face of tragedy.

Let us continue to stand together in unity, compassion, and dialogue—working toward a future where peace and understanding triumph over hatred and division.

#Rememberance #Dialogue

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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Aug 18

🌟 Join us for the 6th Annual Peace Festival on September 21, 2025 at Milton A. Votee Park in Teaneck, NJ! Enjoy a 45-minute bike & walk, live music, delicious food, stage performances, and various activities—all in celebration of community and peace.

Questions? Reach out to: [email protected]

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jul 10

Together, we made a difference! 🙌

Proud to partner w/ DCVYP & Embrace Relief for a Food Assistance Program in Englewood, NJ—joined by Senator Johnson & Assemblywoman Haider! Together, we helped many families in need. Grateful for everyone who made it possible! 💙 #PeaceIslandsNJ #FoodAssistance

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jul 4

As we celebrate the birth of this great nation, Peace Islands Institute honors the values of freedom, justice, and unity that bring our diverse communities together.

Wishing everyone a joyful, safe, and meaningful Independence Day!
#FourthOfJuly #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #IndependenceDay

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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 23

What a night! 🏆 That's a wrap on our 15th Annual #artandessaycontest. Huge congrats to all the NJ student winners who showed us the power of #ActsofKindness!

Thank you to our host @DrewUniversity & powerful keynote speaker Maud Dahme for an unforgettable evening.

Check out the highlights!

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 19

Honoring Juneteenth — a day of freedom, resilience, and unity. Let it remind us that peace, dialogue, and justice go hand in hand. May we continue to listen, learn, and build a world where all are free.

#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #DialogueMatters #CelebrateFreedom

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 17

Join us for the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest Awards Ceremony, an evening to celebrate the incredible creativity and compassion of our youth!
✅ RSVP now if you haven’t already: buff.ly/emufbgA

#ArtAndEssay2025 #PeaceIslandsInstitute #AwardCeremony #ActsofKindness #StudentSuccess #DrewUniversity

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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 6

🌙 Peace Islands Institute Wishes a Joyous Eid al-Adha to All! 🕊️

On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, Peace Islands Institute extends its warmest greetings to all who are celebrating.

"Eid Mubarak"

#EidAlAdha #EidMubarak #PeaceIslands #BuildingBridges #UnityInDiversity #InterfaithDialogue

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 2

We are thrilled to announce the exceptional talents of our high school artists! Congratulations to our winners and honorable mentions for their creativity and dedication.

#ArtAndEssayContest #PeaceIslands #YouthArt #HighSchoolArtists #AwardCeremony #CreativityMatters #StudentSuccess

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 2

We are thrilled to recognize the creativity and talent of our Middle School Art participants in the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest!
🎉 Let’s come together to honor the hard work and creativity of our incredible students!

#ArtAndEssayContest #MiddleSchoolArt #PeaceIslandsInstitute #AwardCeremony

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 2

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of our High School students in the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest Essay Category hosted by Peace Islands Institute! 🏆✏️

#ArtAndEssayContest #HighSchoolWinners #PeaceIslandsInstitute #StudentExcellence

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · Jun 2

We are thrilled to reveal the Middle School Essay Winners of the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest! 📝✨

Stay tuned for the Award Ceremony on Thursday, June 19th at Drew University – we can’t wait to celebrate together! 🎓🏆

#ArtAndEssayContest #MiddleSchoolWinners #CreativeExcellence

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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 30

🎨✨ Join us for the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest Awards Ceremony! ✨📝

📅 June 19, 2025
📍 Crawford Hall, Drew University, Madison, NJ
Everyone is welcome to join this incredible celebration of young talent and thoughtful messages.

🔗 RSVP now: buff.ly/6B1DI8p

#ArtAndEssay2025 #ActsofKindnes

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 29

🎨✍️ The 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest has received an incredible 248 submissions from talented students across 84 schools!
Stay tuned as we announce the winners on June 1st via our social media platforms. 🌟

#ArtAndEssay #StudentCreativity #PeaceIslandsInstitute

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Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 15

📣 Last Day – Entries Close Today! 🎨🖋️

Time is running out to be part of the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest! 🌟

🗓️ Final Submission Deadline: Today, 11.59PM.
🔗 Submit your entry now: www.artandessay.org
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#ArtAndEssay2025 #Lastday #ActsOfKindness #YouthVoices #PeaceThroughArt #NJStudents

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 14

📣 Only 1 Day Left – Entries Close Soon! 🎨🖋️

Time is running out to be part of the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest! 🌟

🗓️ Final Submission Deadline: May 15, 2025
🔗 Submit your entry now: www.artandessay.org

#ArtAndEssay2025 #3DaysLeft #ActsOfKindness #YouthVoices #PeaceThroughArt #NJStudents

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 13

📣 Only 2 Days Left – Entries Close Soon! 🎨🖋️

Time is running out to be part of the 15th Annual Art & Essay Contest! 🌟
🗓️ Final Submission Deadline: May 15, 2025
🔗 Submit your entry now: www.artandessay.org

#ArtAndEssay2025 #3DaysLeft #ActsOfKindness #YouthVoices #PeaceThroughArt #NJStudents

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 12

📣 Only 3 Days Left – Entries Close Soon! 🎨🖋️
“Acts of Kindness: Promote Peaceful and Inclusive Societies.”
🗓️ Final Submission Deadline: May 15, 2025
🔗 Submit your entry now: www.artandessay.org

#ArtAndEssay2025 #3DaysLeft #ActsOfKindness #YouthVoices #PeaceThroughArt #NJStudents #PIINJ

Peace Islands NJ @piinj.bsky.social · May 12

🌞 Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer?
High school & college students—apply now for our Summer Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in research, event planning, content creation, web development & more.

Apply here: buff.ly/wyHeBcm
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