Our next book discussion
As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow
by Zoulfa Katouh
ON ZOOM
Thursday, Dec 18th, 2025
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST
Salama, a pharmacy student turned hospital volunteer in Homs, grapples with fear, loyalty, and survival amidst the Syrian revolution. Torn between leaving for her sister-in-law’s sake and staying to fight for her country, Salama’s journey is one of courage and self-discovery.
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Five children, taken from their families, are released from a remote school after years of detention.
Zoulfa Katouh
As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow - 12/18/2025
Salama Kassab, a pharmacy student, had a normal life in Syria before the cries for freedom.
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