
18th New York Turkish Film Festival!
The American Turkish Society presented the 18th New York Turkish Film Festival (NYTFF) from Thursday, December 9th – Sunday, December 12th at the SVA Theatre…
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Global Shifts in a Post-Covid World
On June 30, The Society organized its monthly webinar: "Global Shifts in Innovation and Entrepreneurship in a post-COVID-19 World". Moderated by ATS Board member, Umran Beba, The Society's very own Young…
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SAVE THE DATE- ATS Celebrates 16th edition of Contemporary Istanbul
We are pleased to announce a very special event with Turkey’s leading art fair, Contemporary Istanbul in New York. Bringing together important members of the art world, the cocktail party presents…
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America: Under New Management: Diplomatic, Economic and Financial Implications of the Biden Presidency
On May 25, The Society organized its monthly webinar: America: “Under New Management” – Diplomatic, Economic and Financial Implications of the Biden Presidency. Following welcome remarks…
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Role of Business Amidst a Pandemic with Hamdi Ulukaya
On April 21, The Society organized its monthly webinar: "Role of Business Amidst a Pandemic". Following welcome remarks delivered by ATS Co-Chair Michael Roberts, the webinar was moderated by ATS Board…
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Women in Leadership
In light of Women History Month, The Society organized its monthly webinar: "Women in Leadership''. Moderated by ATS Co-Chair, Suzan Sabanci Dincer, The Society's Board members; Linda Wachner,…
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Art Post COVID-19 with Tansa M. Eksioglu!
On January 28, The Society organized its second art talk series "Art Post Covid-19". Moderated by The Society’s Board member Tansa Mermerci Eksioglu, we were pleased to have a variety of voices…
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Educational Challenges and Opportunities of the Coronavirus Pandemic with Dr. Selcuk Sirin!
Moderated by ATS Board Member Mr. Metin Negrin, this month's webinar featured author and academician Dr. Selcuk Sirin. Sirin shared his insights on how the pandemic has caused limited access to quality…
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New World Order Post US Elections with Soli Ozel!
Moderated by one of The Society’s Board members, Ms. Banu Basar, our webinar series featured author and academician Soli Ozel on 11/19! Ozel shared his insights on how the outcome of the US elections…
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Art in times of COVID-19 with Tansa Mermerci Eksioglu!
On October 22, The Society launched its art webinar series by organizing "Art in Times of Covid-19". Moderated by The Society’s Board member Tansa Mermerci Eksioglu, we were pleased to have…
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Economics, Finance and New Trends Post Covid-19 with Ozgur Demirtas !
Moderated by ATS Board Member Osman Kibar, The American Turkish Society webinar series featured keynote speaker Ozgur Demirtas on 09/29! Prof. Demirtas presented a timely webinar about the effects of…
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Launching The American Turkish Society's webinar series with Dr. Oz!
The Society's co-chair Suzan Sabanci launched our webinar series with Dr. Mehmet Oz. Dr. Oz dove deep on COVID-19 and talked about where we are on the ongoing pandemic. He also shared his…
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A Welcoming Reception for Class of 2019 Young Society Leaders
On February 19, The Society organized a welcoming reception for our new class, Class of 2019 Young Society Leaders at the beautiful Sabah Studio in New York. Our host, Mickey Ashmore, CEO of Sabah Shoes…
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The 17th New York Turkish Film Festival
The 17th New York Turkish Film Festival presented a unique selection of films that represented the festival theme: “Contemporary Struggles.” The festival kicked off with Noah Land which won…
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Summer Gathering 2019
On Tuesday, August 20, The Society's Spring Gathering event was hosted by Up on 20 Rooftop Lounge of HYATT Herald Square New York. We welcomed over 200 people and were excited to see so many new…
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Spring Gathering 2019
On Tuesday, May 7, The Society's Spring Gathering event was hosted by Up on 20 Rooftop Lounge of Hyatt Herald Square Hotel in New York. Over 70 people from the Turkish-American community came together…
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Come join us at Ethan Cohen Gallery for our Members Only event!
On Tuesday, February 12 The Society organized a “Members Only” event at the Ethan Cohen Gallery in New York. Members of The American Turkish Society enjoyed viewing the current exhibition…
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A Welcoming Reception for Class of 2018 Young Society Leaders
On February 11, The Society organized a welcoming reception for our new class, Class of 2018 Young Society Leaders at the beautiful Sabah Studio in New York. Our amazing host, Mickey Ashmore, CEO of Sabah…
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Welcoming Reception for Honorable Alper Aktas
On Tuesday, January 29, 2019, The American Turkish Society organized a private reception to welcome the new Consul General of Turkey in New York Honorable Alper Aktas, at The Harvard Club.…
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New Year’s Reception with The Turkish American Association (TAA)
On Thursday, January 10, 2019, The American Turkish Society (ATS) organized its annual new year’s reception with The Turkish American Association (TAA) at TAA’s headquarters in Ankara, Turkey.…
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Join us to celebrate the New Year at Uskudar Restaurant!
On Wednesday, December 19, 2018, The Society organized a “New Year Celebration” event at Uskudar Turkish Restaurant. By organizing this members-only event, we were pleased to have had the…
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A private screening of “Hi Jolly (Haci Ali)” in Los Angeles
On Saturday, December 1, 2018, The Society presented a Private Screening of “Hi Jolly (Haci Ali)” at the residence of the Consul General of Turkey in L.A., Honorable Can Oğuz. Following welcoming…
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Private Luncheon with Honorable Jennifer Davis
On Friday, November 16, 2018, The Society organized a private luncheon with Honorable Jennifer L. Davis, U.S. Consul General of Consulate General Istanbul, Turkey, at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce…
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ATS Fall Gathering 2018
On Thursday, November 1, 2018, The Society's Fall Gathering event was hosted by AKDO. For over 25 years, AKDO has been handcrafting some of the world’s most unique mosaics. While enjoying their…
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ATS West Coast Event,2018
On Thursday, September 6, 2018; The American Turkish Society hosted an event at the residence of Consul General of Turkey, Can Oguz in Los Angeles. Following welcoming remarks from Consul General Oguz…
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Summer Gathering 2018
On Wednesday, July 11, 2018, The Society’s Summer Gathering event was graciously hosted by Koleksiyon Furniture located at 228 E 58th Street New York, NY 10022. Headquartered in Turkey, Koleksiyon…
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Psychotherapy in Turkey and The United States
On Thursday, May 31, 2018, The American Turkish Society organized a panel titled, Psychotherapy in Turkey and The United States. The event was hosted by The Society’s board member, William J. Parker,…
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Luncheon with H.E. Mr. Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu
On Wednesday, April 11, 2018, The Society hosted H.E. Mr. Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu for a private luncheon lecture at a private club in Manhattan. The topic is "Turkish Foreign Policy", as Ambassador…
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Spring Gathering 2018
On Tuesday, April 10, 2018, The Society’s Spring Gathering event was hosted by The Sabah House. In 2013, Mickey Ashmore created a pair of leather shoes with a family of craftsmen in southeast Turkey.…
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Workshop and Book Signing with Metin Hara
On April 3, 2018, The American Turkish Society organized a workshop and book signing event with Turkish author, Metin Hara. The event kicked off with a meditation where Metin provided practical tools…
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Winter Gathering 2018
On Monday, February 26, 2018, The Society’s Winter Gathering event was graciously hosted by Young Society Leaders and owner of Pera Soho, Burak Karacam. Participants enjoyed appetizers and…
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16th New York Turkish Film Festival
Event Date: Thursday, November 30, 2017 - 17:30 to Sunday, December 3, 2017 - 18:00 Location: 333 West 23rd Street New York, NY 10011 Welcome to the New York Turkish Film Festival. The dates…
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Fall Gathering 2017
On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, The Society’s Autumn Gathering event was hosted our beautiful rooftop lounge. Participants enjoyed drinks and appetizers while catching up and mingling…
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Summer Gathering 2017
On Tuesday, August 22, 2017 The American Turkish Society's "Summer Gathering" was hosted by our Young Society Leader Burak Karacam at his restaurant; Pera Soho. The participants joined us for an evening…
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Gala After Party
Event Date: Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - 22:00 to Thursday, June 1, 2017 - 01:00 Location: 583 Park Avenue, New York Other: Arcade Fee: 125.00 (52% Tax Deductible) The After Party…
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New US Administration: A Change in US-Turkey Relations?
Event Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 - 18:00 to 20:00Location: 2 Park AvenueOther: 14th FloorFee: $35 Members $50 Non-MembersJoin us for a conversation with renowned experts on Turkey and the Middle…
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Fall Gathering 2016
Event Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2016 - 19:00 to 21:00 Location: Pera Soho Other: 54 Thompson St (and Broome St), New York
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Turkey: What's next?
Event Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2016 - 17:30 Location: Herrick LLP (2 Park Avenue New York) Fee: $35 for Members / $50 for Non-Members Join us for a conversation with…
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Summer Gathering 2016
Event Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2016 - 18:00 to 20:00 Location: Pera Soho Other: 54 Thompson St (and Broome St) Fee: Cash Bar
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Court and Cosmos: The Great Age of the Seljuqs
Event Date: Friday, May 20, 2016 - 15:00 to 17:00 Location: The Metropolitan…
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Turkey and its Role in the Global Economy: Revisisted
Event Date: Thursday, April 28, 2016 - 17:30 to 20:00 Location: Herrick, Feinstein LLP (2 Park Avenue, New York) Fee: $35 for Members / $50 for Non-Members Join us for "Turkey and its…
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15th New York Turkish Film Festival
Event Date: Thursday, March 31, 2016 - 18:00 to Sunday, April 3, 2016 - 22:00 Location: SVA Theatre (333 West 23 Street between 8th and 9th Avenues) Other: http://americanturkishsociety.eventbrite.com…
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Turkey’s Pivotal Role in an Uncertain Global Context
Event Date: Monday, January 25, 2016 - 17:30 Location: Herrick Feinstein LLP (2 Park Avenue, New York) Fee: $35 for Non-Members / $30 for Members The American Turkish Society is pleased…
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Elif Key Book Signing
Event Date: Friday, December 11, 2015 - 18:30 Location: 31 East 79th Street, New York Fee: FREE Join us for a night of literature! Elif Key, author of Bize İki Çay Söyle,…
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14th New York Turkish Film Festival
Event Date: Friday, March 27, 2015 - 10:15 to Saturday, April 4, 2015 - 10:15Location: SVA Theatre (333 West 23 Street between 8th and 9th Avenues)Fee: Please see NYTFF websiteThe American Turkish Society…
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The Greatest Ears In Town
Event Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2015 - 18:00 to 23:15 Location: The Bryant Park Hotel, 40 West 40 Street, New York, NY Fee: Non Member Fee: $100.00 / Member Fee: $100.00Join us for an evening celebrating…
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Dec 10: Turkey's Foreign Policy Challenges in the Middle East
Event Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2014 - 12:00 to 14:00 Location: Herrick Feinstein (2 Park Avenue) Fee: Non Member Fee: $50.00 / Member Fee: $30.00 The American Turkish Society is…
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Nuri Bilge Ceylan: The World of My Father
Event Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014 - 18:00 to 20:00 Location: Tina Kim Gallery, 545 West 25th St New York, NY 10001 Other: Exhibition Dates: Thursday, October 30 – Sunday,…
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Oct 7: Turkey's Financial Markets: Challenges & Opportunities
Event Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2014 - 12:00 to 14:00 Location: Baker & McKenzie's Corporate Headquarters (452 Fifth Ave, New York, NY) Other: noon - 2 pm Fee: Non Member…
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Inaugural Young Society Leaders Summit
Event Date: Thursday, June 19, 2014 - 15:30 Location: Istanbul, Turkey Fee: Non Member Fee: $250.00 / Member Fee: $250.00 The American Turkish Society hosted its inaugural Young Society…
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13th New York Turkish Film Festival
Event Date: Friday, May 16, 2014 - 18:00 to Sunday, May 25, 2014 - 12:00 Location: SVA Theatre (333 West 23rd St between 8th and 9th Avenues) The Moon and Stars Project, the arts & culture…
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U.S.-Turkey Trade Relations
Event Date: Friday, May 9, 2014 - 12:00 to 14:00 Location: Baker & McKenzie (452 5th Ave) Dr. Kemal Kirisci of the Brookings Institution will speak on U.S.-Turkey trade relations as well…
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Istanbul: Regional Hub, Global Actor Forum Program
Event Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 - 09:30 to 13:30 Location: The Pierre Hotel (2 East 61st) Presented by Borsa Istanbul and Istanbul Financial Center Initiative, this special event will…
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"Investing in Women’s Economic Empowerment" Members Breakfast + Google Hangout
Event Date: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 09:00 to 11:00 Location: ATS Offices (54 W 40th St New York NY 10018, 10th Floor Conference Room) To coincide with a visit from our friends at Women Entrepreneurs…
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ATS/ISAW Lecture: "Excavations at Arsantepe/Malatya & Ayanis"
Event Date: Thursday, April 10, 2014 - 18:30 to 20:30 Location: ISAW 2nd floor Lecture Hall (15 East 84th Street) Fee: Non Member Fee: $1.00 / Member Fee: $1.00 The American Turkish…
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Turkey's Financial & Economic Outlook
Event Date: Thursday, March 20, 2014 - 12:00 to 14:00 Location: Baker & McKenzie (452 5th Ave) Fee: Non Member Fee: $50.00 / Member Fee: $35.00 Dr. Nouriel Roubini, Co-Founder &…
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ATS Book Club: Book Talk & Signing, The Dervish
Event Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2013 - 18:30 to 20:00 Location: ATS Offices- 305E. 47th Street, 8th Floor (b/n First & Second Avenues) Other: A light reception will follow. Join…
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ATS Booth on Turkey @92Y StreetFest
Event Date: Sunday, September 15, 2013 - 12:00 to 17:00 Location: StreetFest stretches from 79th Street to 94th Street along Lexington Avenue The American Turkish Society will showcase Turkey…
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Thursday, June 20: SVA Open Studios with Artist Aret Gıcır
Event Date: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 18:00 to 21:00 Location: 335 West 16th Street, Fourth Floor (Painting & Mixed Media) 2013 School of Visual Arts Summer Residency Program: Open Studios…
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ATS Book Club: Book Talk & Signing, Forty Thorns
Event Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 18:30 to 20:30 Location: ATS Offices- 305 E. 47th Street, 8th Floor Other: A light reception will be provided following the event. Join us for…
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Istanbul Meets New York: Live Performance Art Blending Food & Mixology
Event Date: Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 15:00 to 17:00 Location: Effeti Showroom at Terminal Stores (11th Ave. between 27th and 28th Sts.) Other: Free entry. Pre-registration required. Renowned…
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Design: Istanbul-New York
Event Date: Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 17:00 to 23:00 Location: Terminal Stores Building 11th Ave. between 27th and 28th Sts. Other: Three-day pass, $15 online. Purchase here. The…
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Design Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Gaye Cevikel and Melissa Feldman
Event Date: Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 16:00 to 18:00 Location: Gallery 6 at Terminal Stores 11th Ave. between 27th and 28th Sts. Other: Free entry. Pre-registration required. "My mission…
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A curated group exhibition of Turkish design
Event Date: Sunday, April 14, 2013 - 12:00 Location: Terminal Stores Building- on 11th Ave. between 27th and 28th Sts. Other: Terminal Stores Building- on 11th Ave. between 27th and…
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ATS/ISAW Lecture: Kınık Höyük, A New Excavation in Southern Cappadocia, Turkey
Event Date: Thursday, March 7, 2013 - 18:00 to 20:00 Location: ISAW 2nd floor Lecture Hall (15 East 84th Street) The American Turkish Society and the Institute for the Study of the Ancient…
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ATS Book Club Selection for the New Year: "Ask" (Forty Rules of Love)
Event Date: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - 18:30 to 20:00 Location: ATS Offices (305 E. 47th St., 8th Floor) Join us for a conversation about “Ask” (Forty Rules of Love) written…
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YSLs Present: Intricate Veils by Ferda Kolatan
Event Date: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 - 18:30 to 20:30 Location: C 24 Gallery, 2nd Floor 514 West 24th Street (between 10th & 11th Ave) The American Turkish Society’s Young Society…
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ATS and AFS-USA Info Session on AFS-USA Summer Programs in Turkey
Event Date: Monday, February 11, 2013 - 17:30 to 19:00 Location: Location: ATS Office 305 East 47th Street, 8th Floor Other: Come and meet with the American Turkish Society and representatives…
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Meet the Ambassadors Series Discusses the Syrian Crisis
Event Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 - 12:30 to 14:30 Location: The Union Club 101 East 69th Street (between Park Ave & Lexington Ave) Other: * Jacket & Tie Required * Fee: …