On August 4, 2020, the entire world witnessed the devastating explosion in the port of Beirut that caused unfathomable loss of life, permanent injuries, and widespread homelessness to the people of Lebanon. Hospitals were damaged and overwhelmed. The medical centers that managed to stay open continue to suffer from shortages and backlog exacerbated by the financial crisis gripping the country, making medical supplies scarce and patient costs difficult to cover. The Lebanese-American community in Peoria has come together to organize a remarkable effort to provide much-needed relief.
A multi-tier benefit for LAU and the LAU Medical Centers, From Peoria to Lebanon springs from the generosity of Dr. Tony Karam, the Peoria Riverfront Museum and the Scottish Rite Theatre. With an art exhibition, an art auction, and a concert by acclaimed pianist Dr. Tony Karam, this unprecedented collaboration seeks to raise relief funds for LAU Medical Centers and the Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine.
Please check the "Updates" section below for more information about the many events and opportunities to give. The art auction site can be viewed at bit.ly/PeoriaToLebanonArt. Dr. Tony Karam's concert will be broadcast live here on Sunday December 19, 2:30 CST. Thank you for supporting our effort to send love and help From Peoria to Lebanon!
Thank you to all who bid in our auction, which closed last night. We'll do some calculations on the actual figure raised, but by all accounts it was a great success. The exhibition continues at the Peoria Riverfront Museum until January 9, so if you're in the area, stop by and check it out!
Thank you to our newest sponsor!
Samaritan - Itoo (Aytou) Society
We are so very grateful to our generous sponsors, who make this event possible.
1682 days ago by Erika Iverson
Visit bit.ly/PeoriaToLebanonAuction to view the artworks and make your bid!
1684 days ago by Erika IversonSamaritan - OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
We are so grateful! Thank you for making this event possible, and for helping our patients and our students in Lebanon.
1686 days ago by Erika IversonThank you to our newest sponsor!
Samaritan - TERRA Engineering
We are so very grateful to our generous sponsors, who make this event possible.
The remarkable artworks on display currently at the Peoria Riverfront Museum will also be up for auction beginning next week!
For more information, visit bit.ly/PeoriaToLebanonAuction
1692 days ago by Erika IversonSamaritan - Dr. Joe and Linda Couri
Samaritan - Unity Point Health
We are so grateful for your generous sponsorship of From Peoria to Lebanon!
1693 days ago by Erika IversonSamaritan - Representative Darin LaHood
Samaritan - The David Joseph Family
Thank you again for your kind sponsorship of From Peoria to Lebanon!
1697 days ago by Erika IversonWe're very pleased to announce that items are now available for viewing at FA Auctions! The auction won't begin for another two weeks, but you can start looking through the offerings now at bit.ly/PeoriaToLebanonAuction.
Please take a moment to peruse all of the magnificent art to be auctioned soon!
Samaritan - Peoria Area World Affairs Council
We are so grateful for your generous sponsorship of From Peoria to Lebanon!
1700 days ago by Erika IversonBenefactor - Dr. Floyd J. and Jenelle Rashid Families
Samaritan - Dick and Patty LaHood
We are so very grateful to our generous sponsors, who make this event possible.
1707 days ago by Erika Iverson
We're pleased to share the program for Dr. Karam's concert on December 19th. If you are in the area, tickets are still available!
1710 days ago by Erika Iverson
Dr. Karam has been invited to give additional performances in Lebanon before travelling to Peoria in December. We're so grateful for his advocacy for LAU and for many causes in Lebanon!
We're honored to be mentioned in this wonderful article about Fadia Ahmad's film, "Beirut, the Aftermath."
"The film will be presented from November 30th to January 9th at the Peoria Riverfront Museum and Scottish Rite theater as part of a benefit supporting recovery efforts through the Lebanese American University Medical Centers. There will also be a concert at the event by accomplished pianist Dr. Tony Karam. In tandem with the showing, the Peoria Museum will feature a solo exhibit showcasing a photography series by Ahmad released as a companion to “Beirut, the Aftermath”, highlighting through pictures the major themes of her documentary."
See the full article here: https://www.bigtimedaily.com/b...
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