Soma Mining Disaster On Tuesday, May 13th, a mining disaster claimed the lives of nearly 300 miners in Soma in Manisa, Turkey. According to news reports, the death toll is still rising. The disaster was caused by a fire in the mine. Efforts were made to save the victims, however only 88 have been rescued. On behalf of Embrace Relief ...

Turkish Tea Night In effort to promote major Turkish trends and further diversify its calendar, Turkish Cultural Center established a coffee night series. The second event of the series, took place at Turkish Cultural Center, elucidated the taste of Turkish Tea – “çay” (CHAI) as well as how a cup of tea could lead to bound together in friendship. Throughout ...

NH Veteran’s Appreciation Luncheon Organized by Turkish Cultural Center on December 11, 2013 The Turkish Cultural Center of New Hampshire organized a luncheon program for veterans of the Henry J. Sweeney American Legion Post. The Program began with a speech by TCC board member Nedim Aycaner, continuing with a video presentation about the Korean War. The veterans were overcome with ...

On December 6th, Governor Maggie Hassan visited Turkish Cultural Center Headquarters in Manhattan. Governor Hassan met the leaders of the Turkic American Community. Governor Hassan was introduced Council of Turkic American Associations, its mission and vision as a nonprofit organization with its 45 members throughout the north east region. Mr. Furkan Kosar, President of CTAA, gave a briefing and informed ...

Students of the Robert Lister Academy visit The Turkish Cultural Center – November 25, 2013 On November 25, 2013, students and teachers of the Robert Lister Academy were the guests of the Turkish Cultural Center. Students were able to view an informational film about Turkish history and culture and ask questions pertaining to Turkish culture. Amidst a friendly afternoon of ...

Turkish Cultural Center New Hampshire and Hizmet Relief Foundation held food drive for needy families in New Hampshire Since its inception, Turkish Cultural Center New Hampshire has been working to help the needy in New Hampshire. In November, TCC New Hampshire and Hizmet Relief distributed meat packages to more than 80 families in remembrance of the Abrahamic tradition, Feast of ...

  The Turkish Cultural Center New Hampshire and the Peace Islands Institute’s jointly sponsored Second Annual Friendship Dinner & Award Ceremony was held at the Radisson Hotel Manchester on October 15, 2013. More than 100 distinguished guests attended the event including numerous elected officials, academics, media representatives and community leaders. Speaker of the New Hampshire House of Representatives Terie Norelli, ...

  US – Kazakhstan Strategic Partnership Convention The Convention took place on Wednesday, December 11th at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., and featured a Breakfast and Opening Ceremony and two Panel Sessions. The theme of the Convention was “Successful Strategic Partnership” between the United States and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Distinguished attendees were 22 U.S. Members ...

Turkish Culture Center Visits Manchester Police Department and Police Chief David Mara – July 10, 2013 On July 10, representatives of the Turkish Cultural Center visited Manchester Police Chief, David Mara in Manchester Police Department, advising Chief Mara about future projects the center is planning as well as inviting him to Turkey. Chief Mara praised the center’s activities and as ...