Romanian American National Heritage Award – 9th Edition
Romanian American National Heritage Awards 2025, 9th edition The Romanian American National Heritage Award is an annual competition for high school students with Romanian heritage or background. Applicants of non-Romanian descent may qualify, as long as their work and experience relate to Romania or the Romanian community in the US. The award recognizes exceptional contributions to the cohesion of the Romanian community and the preservation […]
Paris Chansons
The Tripple Door 216 Union St, Seattle, WA, United StatesThe Paris Chansons band will be on tour at the Triple Door in Seattle! Featuring favorites from Charles Aznavour, Joe Dassin, Edith Piaf, Macias, Adamo, Patricia Kaas, Vanessa Paradis, Celine Dion, Dalida to Zaz PLUS some of the most beloved Italian & Eastern European Balkan classics! 6pm - Saturday, June 28th You can see video clips and […]
Eastern Europe in Translation
Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WAJoin us October 15th for a book signing and discussion with Romanian-American translator and poet Monica Cure.She will present her most recent translation of "Too Great a Sky" a novel by Liliana Corobca, as well as the anthology "Cigarettes Until Tomorrow", with her poetry translation of Adela Greceanu.A limited number of books will be available for […]
Exploring Our Parents' Childhood
OnlineARCS is thrilled to partner with the National Museum of Romanian Literature in Iași for a new series of virtual events.This first event will be part virtual tour, part book discussion of the anthology Lucruri mărunte. Copilăria în comunism (Small things. The childhood during communism) This 2023 FILIT editorial project brought together 22 Romanian authors to […]
Happy Hour
Pizzeria La Rocca 8404 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WAHappy Hour at Pizzeria La Rocca We're kicking off the countdown to the Romanian Film Festival Seattle at Pizzeria La Rocca! Join us for a laid-back evening of drinks and film talk.Share your most anticipated films, chat themes and get ready for an exciting new edition of the film festival. 📌October 27 at 7pm Pizzeria […]
Romanian Film Festival Seattle – 12th Edition
SIFF Cinema Uptown 511 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WATickets and passes on sale now!The Romanian Film Festival in Seattle returns for its 12th edition November 7-9 at SIFF Cinema Uptown, an important cultural setting and promoter of European film. The Cultural Association Control N (based in Romania) is joining ARCS for a second year as co-organizer of the film festival, working as a bridge between Romanian […]
Joyeux Bazaar – Holiday Market
Washington Hall 153 14th Ave, Seattle, WAJoin us on Saturday, December 6, for the Joyeux Bazaar. This joyful, global holiday market, organized by the Alliance Française of Seattle, celebrates artisans, nonprofits, and cultural connections. Stop by our table for special gifts, including delicious Romanian wines from Teinnovadora, importer of quality Romanian wines. Wine tasting will be available, but not required to […]
Romanian Spring Traditions
Sammamish Library 825 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WAJoin us for a special event highlighting some of the spring traditions in Romania.As the land awakens after winter, many Romanian customs and stories focus on the connection between people and nature - marking the return of warmth and the renewal of earth. We'll also feature Easter traditions, including colorful egg decorating, seasonal foods, and […]
The Meteorite by Cristina Hermeziu
OnlineJoin us for the latest installment in our literary series exploring short stories from the anthology Lucruri mărunte. Copilăria în comunism (Small things. The childhood during communism). We look forward to a virtual discussion with author Cristina Hermeziu about her short story "The Meteorite". A link to the text (in Romanian) will be provided after […]
Night of Ideas 2026
Town Hall Seattle and Gage Academy of ArtARCS is a proud partner of this year's Night of Ideas, organized by the Alliance Française of Seattle and Villa Albertine. Night of Ideas is an annual event dedicated to exploring pressing topics through culture and dialogue. This year’s global edition marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, inviting us to revisit […]
International Children's Friendship Festival 2026
Seattle Center - Fisher Pavilion 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, United StatesARCS is excited to participate again at this year’s International Children’s Friendship Festival! We will share a table with members from the local Moldovan community to promote Romania and Moldova, so please come stop by!International Children’s Friendship Festival is an event that is run by children and features performances by children. Various nationalities are represented through music, folk […]
GiveBIG for Education
ARCS is proud to participate again in the GiveBIG campaign, which supports WA-based non-profit organizations. This year we are raising funds to give more students the opportunity to learn about the Romanian culture and language. With your support we would like to offer more scholarships to students. Our teaching methods are based on the core principles […]