"A Taste of Turkey" Community Dinner prepared by theNaksh-i'bendi Sufi Center at the Schoolhouse in Sidney Center on September 15
Greater Maywood Rural Community Services invites the public to join them this Saturday, September 15th, from 6-8pm for "A Taste of Turkey" community dinner at the Schoolhouse in Sidney Center, N.Y. This very special dinner will be prepared by members of the Naksh-i'bendi Sufi Center. The Sufi Center, or dergah, is located just outside of the hamlet of Sidney Center and was established in 2002. The Sufi members follow the teachings of the Osmanli Nakshibendi Sufi Tradition based on the traditions of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessings Upon Him) and his spiritual inheritors. They are followers of Sheykh Abdul Kerim el Kibrisi el Rabbani.
"A Taste of Turkey" Dinner will include delectable Turkish favorites from the rich cultural history of the Ottoman Empire that ruled for over 800 years over 3 continents. The cuisine represents the most flavorful aspects of the food of the many cultures which were in the Ottoman Empire. The meal will include “Etli Turlu,” a vegetable and beef stew, lentil soup, salad, homemade yogurt and Turkish sweets for dessert. Also, the Naksh-i'bendi Sufi members will perform classical Ottoman Music using traditional instruments during the dinner.
The Greater Maywood Rural Community Services is a non profit working to restore the former Sidney Center School, now the "Schoolhouse," into a community center. A dinner donation of eight dollars will assist the organization with maintenance costs at the Schoolhouse building. The members of the G.M.R.C.S. and the Naksh-i'bendi Sufi Center welcome everyone to join them for a fabulous evening of food and music as the community experiences an authentic taste of Turkey in Sidney Center, NY. The Schoolhouse is located at 10770 County Highway 23, Sidney Center, NY. For information about the Schoolhouse visit (www.gmrcs.org) or for information about the the Naksh-i'bendi Sufi Center visit (www.naksibendi.org). This is an event not to be missed!
