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FTAA New Year’s Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 @ 8:00 PM
Florida Turkish Cultural Center

Join us for the FTAA New Year’s Eve Party featuring the enchanting voice of Funda Buga, accompanied talented clarinet, bass guitar and percussion musicians. Let's welcome 2025 together with music, delicious food, and great company at the Florida Turkish Cultural Center!

💌 Prices:
FTAA Members: $140
Non-Members: $160
Students (13–21): $70
Kids under 12: Free

This festive dinner is made possible with the heartfelt support of Dr. Ziya & Dr. Gülşen Çelik. Thank you dear Çelik Family!

💥 Reservations required by 5 PM, December 27th to join this magical evening!
📩 Payment via Zelle: contact@ftaa.com
📞 Questions or alternative payment options? Call (844) 282-3822

Let’s celebrate new beginnings and toast to a bright future ahead! 🥂

Previous Events

FTAA Doctor's Ball

Saturday, 16 March 2024
Florida Turkish Center

We honored the Turkish-American doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers of South Florida during a special evening of recognition and celebration.

FTAA Painting Club Exhibition

Sunday, 24 March 2024
Florida Turkish Center


We enjoyed the beautiful artwork of the FTAA Painting Club at an exhibition displayed at the Florida Turkish Center throughout the spring.

FTAA Ramazan Seker Bayrami Tea Party

Sunday, 10 April 2024
Florida Turkish Center


We came together to celebrate the end of Ramazan with a Seker Bayrami Tea Party. Guests brought potluck contributions to share at the community open buffet table.

FTAA Children's Day Family Picnic

Sunday, 21 April 2024
Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield


We celebrated Turkey’s 23 April Children's Day, commemorating the establishment of the Turkish Parliament and honoring future generations. Families enjoyed a festive picnic filled with traditional Turkish foods, a Father-Daughter Waltz, kids' folk dancing, youth Zumba shows, play scapes, game areas, and souvenir gift packs for a memorable day.

FTAA Mother's Day Concert Brunch

Sunday, 5 May 2024
Florida Turkish Center


We gathered for a delightful afternoon brunch in honor of our mothers, featuring a special performance by the FTAA Chorus Club.

FTAA Yeni Nesil Fasil Music Nite

Friday, 10 May 2024
Florida Turkish Center


We enjoyed an unforgettable evening filled with live music, singing, and dancing.

Miami Turkish Consulate & FTAA Youth & Sports Day

Sunday, 19 May 2024
Florida Turkish Center


We had the pleasure of celebrating the talented youth of the South Florida Turkish-American Community with selected performances. The event also featured the presentation of Volunteer Certificates by the Turkish Consul General of Miami, the Honorable Resul Sahinol, along with members of the FTAA Board of Directors, honoring students who have dedicated their time and energy representing FTAA.

Miami Turkish Consulate & FTAA Father's Day Townhall Luncheon

Sunday, 15 June 2024
Florida Turkish Center


We came together to celebrate Kurban Bayrami, Father's Day, and engaged in an open forum discussion on the needs of the Turkish-American community in South Florida. This townhall luncheon featured the Turkish Consul General of Miami, the Honorable Resul Sahinol.

FTAA Victory Day Forum

Sunday, 1 September 2024
Florida Turkish Center
We recently hosted an engaging session on the history of Turkey's 30 August Victory Day, featuring insights from two esteemed speakers.

FTAA 2024 Fall/Winter Kick-Off

Sunday, 6 October 2024 @ 11:00am
Florida Turkish Center

We had reviewed the season's event calendar and club activities. Enjoy participating in a team-building body percussion workshop led by Dr. Erdem Genç.

FTAA Atatürk School with Yasemin Öğretmen

Sunday, 13 October 2024 @ 11:00am
Florida Turkish Center


Yasemin Ersöz had Lead primary school students in a series of lessons about Turkish language, history, culture and arts in an interactive and fun way.
Parents were welcomed to enjoy some Turkish tea with free Wi-Fi at the center while their kids explore their Turkish heritage and make new friends!

FTAA Fitness Club Presents Chair Pilates with Efsun

Sunday, 20 October 2024 @ 12:00pm
Florida Turkish Center


The FTAA Fitness Club had been kicked off in October with Chair Pilates led by our board member, Efsun Bosnalı.

The Fitness Club program will continue each month with a new free fitness workshop. Workshops are open to all levels.

FTAA Turkish Republic Day Horse Race & Gala Dinner

Sunday, 27 October 2024 @ 5:30pm
Hallandale Beach - Gulfstream Park


We had a great opportunity to honor Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's legacy by celebrating the 101st anniversary of the Turkish Republic with a dedicated horse race followed by a gala dinner featuring live entertainment by Ferhat Göçer and Ümit Ortaç at the Hallandale Beach - Gulfstream Park.

FTAA Atatürk Remembrance Day

Sunday, 10 November 2024 @ 1:00pm
Florida Turkish Center

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at the Florida Turkish Center for our annual Atatürk Remembrance Day luncheon. This special event, coordinated by the dedicated volunteers of the FTAA Atatürk Chorus, brought our community together to honor the enduring legacy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

The afternoon will begin with a moment of silence in tribute to Atatürk's enduring leadership and vision. Following this, children from the FTAA Atatürk School will also recite poetry and a special anthem, and the FTAA Atatürk Chorus will lead us in singing Atatürk’s favorite songs, as we reflect on his timeless contributions to Turkey and the world.

Lunch will feature some of Atatürk’s favorite comfort foods, including rice, beans, pickles, and helva, offering a simple yet heartfelt way to connect with his memory.

Come and share in this special tribute as we remember the great leader who continues to inspire us all.

FTAA Special General Assembly

Sunday, 17 November 2024 @ 1:00pm
Florida Turkish Center


Join us to discuss and vote upon the intellectual property rights of the FTAA's social media channels and content.

FTAA Fitness Club Presents: Facial Yoga with Efsun Atmaca

Sunday, 24 November 2024 @ 12:00pm
Turk Evi


Join us for a fun and refreshing Facial Yoga session with expert instructor Efsun Atmaca!

FTAA 2024 Teacher's Day Celebration

Sunday, 24 November 2024

A heartfelt celebration honoring the dedication and contributions of teachers in our community. Thank you for inspiring and shaping the future!

FTAA Friendsgiving Dinner 2024

Wednesday, November 27th 6:30 PM Turk Evi


Thanks for the amazing Friendsgiving Dinner, as we relaunched the FTAA’s signature monthly Wednesday community dinner series!

December Holiday Dinner

Wednesday, 11 December 2024
Florida Turkish Center

On December 11, 2024, FTAA’s "Happy Holidays" themed Wednesday dinner created a warm and welcoming atmosphere at the Turkish House.
Thanks to the thoughtful organization of Ferhan Altop, Canan Özaktay, and Didem Altop, attendees enjoyed delicious food, delightful conversations, and an inspiring talk.

The evening's feast was made complete by the contributions of everyone involved.
Following the meal, Gürkan Genç captivated the audience with tales of his worldwide cycling adventures.

FTAA Inspirational Journey!

World champion para-archer Yi Çuit Caner Aydın joined us to share his extraordinary story of perseverance and victory.

Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024
Time: 14:30
Location: Florida Turkish House
Thank you to everyone who participated! It was an inspiring opportunity to listen to a true champion who overcame challenges and achieved incredible success.