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SUMMARY:Monthly Men’s Hike | Sycamore Grove Park in Livermore
DESCRIPTION:For Brothers! Join a brotherhood that hikes through life’s ups and downs\, finding strength and community in the great outdoors. Our Monthly MCC Brothers Hike caters to various fitness levels and explores East Bay’s serene landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking to start\, we welcome you to share in this journey of fellowship and discovery.\n\nSaturday\, February 15 | 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. | Sycamore Grove Park in Livermore | No children\, please (teenage boys\, okay) | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike \nIf brothers want to walk around more\, they can do it depending on their interest/time. The hike will be canceled with insufficient RSVPs\, depending on the weather. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 15\, 2025\nTime:  8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. – Please arrive early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 8:10 a.m. and will start the hike. Please be on time since we cannot hold the group.\nCarpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool from MCC is available for this hike. Carpool encouraged others on this hike.\nParking: Free\nMeeting Point: Sycamore Grove Park Parking Lot\nTrail: Sycamore Grove Trail with South Loop\nDistance: Around 3.9 miles.\nDifficulty: Moderate.\nMisc: Pack a snack and water for yourself. Wear hiking shoes if possible. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water\, a hat\, and a light jacket. Please download the All Trails map (free version) if you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful when navigating back to the parking lot.\nRSVP: By Friday\, February 14\, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike\n\nMohammed Kadoura leads these monthly hikes for the brothers. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike\, please call or text Br. Mohammed at (617) 935-7347. Please remember that we cannot hold all of the group\, so we request you to please be on time. \nFor future hikes\, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and add your phone number to the Men’s Hiking WhatsApp group. \nPlease wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes\, carry a water bottle\, a small snack\, a hat\, sunglasses\, and hiking poles if you have any.  \nQuestions? hiking@mcceastbay.org  \nAbout this trail: \nExplore this 3.9-mile loop trail near Livermore\, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route\, it takes an average of 1 h 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding\, hiking\, and walking\, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.  \nThe Sycamore Grove Trail meanders gently through a mix of sycamore and walnut trees\, leading you into a serene grassy valley. As you continue\, the trail is framed by rolling hills dotted with oak trees. Eventually\, the trail traces the edge of an almond grove. Keep your eyes peeled for the flora and fauna that inhabit this area.
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SUMMARY:Women's Weekly Pilates Sessions | Seema Duhan
DESCRIPTION:For Sisters Only: Join us for a transformative body and mind experience every Saturday and Sunday morning with a Professional Yoga and Pilates Instructor. Stretch your muscles\, shape your body\, and relax your mind. \nThe recommended age is 20+ for Pilates Classes. \nSat. (8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.)  & Sun. (8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.) | Weekly with a break in Ramadan ‘25 | Conference Room | Max 15 attendees per session | $15/session or $100/monthly | Register at mcceastbay.org/pilates \nPilates Classes\nPilates is based on six principles: breath\, concentration\, center\, control\, precision\, and flow. It is designed to transform muscles and bones while strengthening the core. Regular practice of Pilates not only reshapes the musculoskeletal system but also helps regulate emotions. This class is highly beneficial for individuals over the age of 20 years. Participants will learn how to control muscle movement and maintain poses while regulating their breathing. Regular Pilates practice increases muscle endurance against daily wear and tear and enhances flexibility. Starting age is 20 years. All props will be provided except the Yoga mat and foam roller. \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver\, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship\n\nAbout the Instructor:\nSeema Duhan represented her university in athletics at the national level in India. A health enthusiast\, she began learning yoga and Pilates a few years ago and\, inspired by the transformation in her own body\, decided to teach Pilates and stretching to fellow Muslim sisters to promote body awareness. Seema is currently pursuing her Pilates Instructor certification. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-weekly-pilates-4/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:Building Consensus and Unity in an Age of Polarity | Dr. Sherman Jackson & Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Sherman Jackson & Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans and local Bay Area guest scholars for a transformative conference over President’s Day weekend as our scholars explore the tension between respectful disagreement and the challenges of building consensus on critical issues.\n\n\n10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday\, Feb. 15 & Sunday\, Feb. 16 | MCC Conference Room | $100/person or $50/student | Register mcceastbay.org/alim \n\nAlso\, on Friday\, Feb. 14\, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans will deliver the 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. sermons at MCC.\n\nUstadh Ubaydullah Evans and Dr. Sherman Jackson will also give a free community primer on this topic from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (break for Isha at 8 p.m.) on Friday\, February 15. Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live Learn more about that Friday night talk here.\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\nThis engaging weekend retreat is designed to inspire Muslim Americans toward unity and solidarity. Through discussions led by ALIM and esteemed local scholars\, we will explore the tension between respectful disagreement and the challenges of building consensus on critical issues. Reserve your ticket today— spots are limited and filling quickly! \n\n\n\nSponsored by ALIM (American Learning Institute for Muslims) & MCC East Bay.\n\nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining religious and spiritual knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC East Bay. Please complete this form to request a financial waiver or a discounted ticket. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and contribute to a stronger\, more united Muslim American community. Friday will be free and open to the public. Please purchase a ticket to attend the program on Saturday and Sunday! \nDr. Sherman Jackson\nCo-Founder\, Core Scholar\, Board of Trustees\, ALIM\nDr. Jackson is the King Faisal Chair of Islamic Thought and Culture and Professor of Religion\, American Studies\, and Ethnicity at the University of Southern California (USC). He received his Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and has taught at the University of Texas at Austin\, Indiana University\, Wayne State University\, and the University of Michigan. \nHe is the author of several books and has contributed to several publications. The Religion Newswriters Foundation’s ReligionLink lists Dr. Jackson among the top ten experts on Islam in America. The Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Center in Amman\, Jordan\, named him among the 500 most influential Muslims in the world. \nUstadh Ubaydullah Evans\nResident Scholar\, ALIM \nUstadh Evans is ALIM’s first scholar-in-residence. He converted to Islam while in high school. Evans has studied at Chicagoland’s Institute of Islamic Education (IIE) in Tarim\, Yemen\, and Al-Azhar University in Cairo\, Egypt\, where he is the first African-American to graduate from its Shari’a program. Ustadh Ubaydullah also instructs with the Ta’leef Collective and the Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN). As the ALIM Scholar-in-Residence\, Ustadh Ubaydullah is a core instructor at the ALIM Summer Program. He teaches the History of Islamic Law\, Shama’il\, and Aphorisms of Ibn Ata’illah\, along with other courses. \nFor over 25 years\, ALIM (American Learning Institute for Muslims) has had its Annual Summer Program\, a month-long learning intensive focused on increasing Islamic literacy. \nSince 2000\, ALIM has held its Winter Program\, designed for working Muslim professionals. Principal scholars include Dr. Sherman Jackson\, Dr. Muneer Fareed\, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans\, and Sheikh Ali Suleiman Ali. Additional instructors over the years have included Imam Zaid Shakir\, Dr. Umar Farooq Abdullah\, Imam Siraj Wahhaj\, Dr. Zainab Al Ansari\, and others. Learn more about ALIM at https://www.alimprogram.org \nAbout American Learning Institute for Muslims – Empowering Muslims through Islamic Literacy since 1998 \nMISSION \nALIM’s mission is to foster a healthy and religiously sound community through critical engagement with Islam’s intellectual and spiritual foundations. \nVALUES \nFor 25+ years\, ALIM has promoted Islamic literacy to empower and develop American Muslim individuals\, families\, and society. Through engaging programming\, we aim to facilitate dialogue between Islamic traditions and the realities of American Muslim life. \nMISSION \nALIM’s mission is to foster a healthy and religiously sound community through critical engagement with Islam’s intellectual and spiritual foundations. \nFor over 25 years\, ALIM (American Learning Institute for Muslims) has had its Annual Summer Program\, a month-long learning intensive focused on increasing Islamic literacy. \nSince 2000\, ALIM has held its Winter Program\, designed for working Muslim professionals. Principal scholars include Dr. Sherman Jackson\, Dr. Muneer Fareed\, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans\, and Sheikh Ali Suleiman Ali. Additional instructors over the years have included Imam Zaid Shakir\, Dr. Umar Farooq Abdullah\, Imam Siraj Wahhaj\, Dr. Zainab Al Ansari\, and others. Learn more about ALIM at https://www.alimprogram.org
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LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:*Sold Out* Welcoming Ramadan: Preparing for Ihsan (A Day at a Private Farm)
DESCRIPTION:*Sold out* Positively\, no space remaining. Questions? info@fitrahfarmretreats.com \nJoin us for a one-day immersive Ramadan preparation event with Imam Dr. Ahmad Deeb on a breathtaking Muslim-owned farm along the California coast. This gathering is designed to help you enter Ramadan with clarity\, spiritual focus\, and a renewed sense of purpose—all while giving you a taste of our upcoming Ramadan retreat experience. \nThis isn’t just a class—it’s a holistic experience that will nourish your soul\, body\, and mind and prepare you to deeply and meaningfully enjoy Ramadan. \n11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Saturday\, Feb. 15 | Private Farm 30 minutes south of Half Moon Bay (location will be shared with only those who register) | $40/adult & $25/child | Register at mcceastbay.org/prep \nSponsored by Fitrah Farms\, MCC East Bay\, WVMA\, & Siraat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFitrah Farm Retreats – Questions? Call us at ‪408.329.7261 or email at info@fitrahfarmretreats.com \n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Included in the Program?\n🌙 Fiqh of Fasting & Spiritual Planning – Learn the essential fasting rules and how to maximize your ibadah\, balance wellness\, and avoid burnout. \n🌙 Farm-to-Table Organic Meal – Enjoy a delicious lunch and snacks crafted from the farm with halal\, tayyib\, and organic ingredients. \n🌙 Nature & Reflection – Take a guided beach walk and farm tour\, learning about regenerative farming and sustainable living as we journey through our land. \n🌙 Meet Our Horses – Experience the beauty of these majestic animals\, observe their presence\, and interact with them in a gentle\, mindful setting. \n🌙 Meditative Dhikr & Reflection – Engage in spiritual remembrance in a tranquil environment\, grounding yourself before Ramadan. \n🌙 A Glimpse into Our Ramadan Retreat – This event offers a preview of our whole Ramadan experience\, giving you a taste of what it means to retreat in a space of nature\, knowledge\, and spiritual connection. \nSchedule for the Day\n📍 Location: The Private Farm is 30 minutes south of Half Moon Bay. Directions sent after registration. \n⏳ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM \n\n11:00 AM – Arrival & Welcome\n11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Guided Beach Walk & Farm Tour (exploring the land\, regenerative farming\, and meeting our horses)\n12:30 PM – 1:00 PM – Dhuhr Prayer\n1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – First Lecture: Fiqh of Fasting & Spiritual Preparation\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Farm-to-Table Lunch (nourishing\, organic halal meal with seasonal ingredients)\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Second Lecture: Balancing Holistic Wellness in Ramadan & Avoiding Burnout\n4:00 PM – 4:15 PM – Asr Prayer\n4:15 PM – 5:00 PM – Dhikr & Reflection\n5:00 PM – Departure\n\n– More Sidi Ahmed: http://mcceastbay.org/ahmad  \nImam Ahmad Deeb has been serving communities from an early age under the training and mentorship of his father\, Shaykh Abdallah Deeb. After finishing his bachelor’s in Psychology at 19\, he traveled to Cape Town\, SA\, and completed formal seminary training. He returned to the USA and completed his M.A. in Islamic Studies and Leadership at Bayan’s foremost accredited Muslim graduate school. His thesis topic was “Re-forming Islamic Reform: Ma’loom min al-Dīn bil Darūrah\, the Theology of Law\, and the Epistemological Limits of Ijtihād.” His academic interests and love of community work led him to community psychology\, where he is a doctoral candidate and researcher. He co-founded Itqaan Institute\, a premier Qur’an learning institute led by his father. He is co-founder and instructor of Pillars Seminary—a part-time institute that aims to provide the general public with formal\, balanced\, and structured training in Islam. Most recently\, with his father and Shaykh Ismail Bowers\, he established Shifaa Community\, a virtual intentional community that promotes holistic wellness and structured religious guidance. In his free time\, he continues his study of the Islamic tradition with scholars worldwide and provides consulting to communities across the country. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org or Fitrah Farm Retreats: Call ‪408.329.7261 or email at info@fitrahfarmretreats.com \nLimited Spots Available – Register Now!\n🎟️ $40 Per Person |  $25 for Children Under 11– No Childcare provided. Parents are responsible for their children at all times\n 📍Secure your spot at: [https://www.fitrahfarmretreats.com/prep] \nThis is your chance to escape daily distractions\, gain clarity\, and prepare your heart for Ramadan in an incredible natural setting. \nJoin us for this special pre-Ramadan gathering and taste what’s to come in our full retreat! \nWe look forward to welcoming you in sha Allah!
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SUMMARY:*Canceled* Monthly Special Needs Support Circle | Maristan Clinician Zainab Khan
DESCRIPTION:For parents\, families\, and caregivers of individuals with special needs\, join us every third Saturday of the month for a wellness circle with a trained Maristan clinician. We will discuss challenges\, resources\, and strategies for providing the best care for our families and ourselves.  \nMuhsen Calbuddies will be present to provide respite care (signup required).\n\nThese wellness circles are a safe place for special needs caregivers to connect and share experiences. It allows caregivers to share their joys and frustrations\, ask questions\, form friendships\, and more. \nSaturday\, Nov. 16 | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Conference Room | In-person only | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/wellness-circle \nCo-sponsored by Muhsen\, Maristan\, & MCC East Bay \nRespite care will be provided. Snacks and refreshments were provided as well. \nThese special needs wellness circles are held every third Saturday of the month:\n \n\nSaturday\, August 17 (Facilitated by Zainab Khan)\nSaturday\, September 21 (Facilitated by Zainab Khan)\nSaturday\, October 19 (Facilitated by Wajma Nasir)\nSaturday\, November 16 (Facilitated by Zainab Khan)\nSaturday\, December 21\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-wellness-circles-2-2-4/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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SUMMARY:Monthly Mawlid Al Habib | Celebratory Gathering of Salutations on Our Beloved Prophet ﷺ
DESCRIPTION:Connect more with Muhammad (peace be upon him) as we gather on the third Saturday of each month in remembrance and dhikr. \n6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Saturdays | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nDates for Monthly Family Mawlid at MCC East Bay\n \n\nSaturday\, November 16\, 2024 \nSaturday\, December 21\, 2024\nSaturday\, January 18\, 2025\nSaturday\, February 15\, 2025\nNo session during Ramadan in March ’25\nSaturday\, April 19\, 2025\nSaturday\, May 17\, 2025\n\n \n\n– Watch past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid\n– More Sidi Tareq: https://mcceastbay.org/tariq\n– More sessions about the book using the monthly Mawlids\, “The Kingdom of the Heart”: http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom\n– Purchase “The Kingdom of The Heart” by Habib Umar bin Hafiz: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Heart-Habib-Umar-Hafiz/dp/173537671X\n\nSponsored by Circles of Light & MCC East Bay. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \nThe Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah. \nWe take this blessed opportunity monthly to remind ourselves of the three sacred rights that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ requires from us\, instilling in us a deep sense of respect and reverence. \n\n– Marifah – Recognizing who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ is\n– Muhabbah – Loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n– Ittiba’ – Obedience to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n\nThe second two (loving and obeying) are not entirely possible without truly recognizing the first – who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ was. This recognition enlightens us and deepens our knowledge of his teachings. \n\n– Past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid\n\nAbout the Book\, “The Kingdom of the Heart”\n“Within every human being is a Kingdom. The heart is the ruler of this Kingdom\, and the rest of the body are its subjects. If the heart rules with justice and excellence\, the body will perform good actions\, and the Kingdom will flourish. If\, however\, the heart neglects its duties\, the body will disobey Allah s and the entire Kingdom will suffer the consequences. Allah ﷻ made this Kingdom so crucial that through it the eternal and everlasting dominion of the next life is either gained or lost.” The Kingdom of the Heart by Habib ‘Umar Bin Hafiz gives the reader a deeper understanding of the importance of cultivating the spiritual kingdom of the heart. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation into how outward actions have spiritual consequences. Some of the topics covered are: •⁠ ⁠The Tongue & Its Effects •⁠ ⁠Looking at Creation with Love & Mercy •⁠ ⁠The Impact of Shaking Hands •⁠ ⁠Attending to the Ending of Our Lives •⁠ ⁠The Impact of Intention This book uniquely shows the direct correlation between outward actions and the heart\, giving us insights into how various actions impact the state of our hearts. Ultimately\, it gives us a way to internalize the wisdom and purpose of acts of devotion\, resulting in the purification of the heart and nearness to Allah ﷻ. \nAbout the Author\nHabib Umar bin Hafiz (Arabic: حبيب عمر بن حفيظ\, romanized: Ḥabīb ʿUmar bin Ḥafīẓ; Arabic pronunciation: [ħabiːb ʕumar bin ħafiːðˤ]; born 27 May 1963) is a Yemeni Sunni and Sufi Islamic scholar\, teacher\, and founder and dean of Dar al-Mustafa Islamic seminary.[3] He is also a Supreme Advisory Council member for the Tabah Foundation in Abu Dhabi. \nUstadh Tariq Samady\nUstadh Tariq Samady is a native of the Bay Area with roots hailing from the ancient city of Kabul. He is a lifelong seeker of Islamic knowledge\, learning from a wide range of Muslim scholars – local and international. With blessings from his teachers\, he has contributed to various educational programs and gatherings of dhikr. \nHis research and editing interests span Qur’an and Hadith commentaries\, Philology\, Spirituality\, and Persian Poetry. Tariq is the founder of Circles of Light (حلق النور)\, a fledgling educational initiative focused on sharing sacred learnings and wisdom for the benefit of the community. He studied Computer Science at California State University – East Bay and has over ten years of experience as a Developer and Analytics QA Engineer. \nAbout Circles of Light\nCircles of Light is a fledgling educational initiative focused on sharing sacred learnings and wisdom for the benefit of the community\, meant to assist in maximizing Dunya (this life) for our Deen (Faith). He gives wisdom to whomever He wills. Whoever is given wisdom has been given much good. But none pays heed except those with insight. (Quran). We are motivated by the words of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him); the most beloved people to Allah are those most beneficial to the people. (Hadith). We seek to achieve this aim through our in-person educational programs and publications. \nAlmighty Allah ﷻ directs us in Sūratul Aḥzāb\, “Verily\, Allah and His Angels send blessings on the Messenger of Allah. You who believe invoke blessings on him and salute him with a worthy salutation.” Our purpose of invoking blessings upon the Beloved ﷺ leads to proximity to Almighty Allah ﷻ by obeying this command while simultaneously fulfilling our rights upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. It is crystal clear how vital the invocation of Ṣalawāt is for the believer\, and it is a Mercy of Almighty Allah ﷻ for its rewards to be multitudinous. Abundant Ṣalawāt upon the Beloved ﷺ leads to loving him and knowing his beautiful qualities. By that virtue\, degrees of purity are realized. From the signs of the people of the Sunnah is sending Ṣalawāt upon him\, for the key to all goodness is Ṣalawāt upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. \n\n– More Sidi Tariq Samady: http://mcceastbay.org/tariq\n– More Tri-Valley and East Bay Mawlid celebrations: https://mcceastbay.org/mawlid\n– More about celebrating the Prophet (peace be upon him)’s day of birth: https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/innovation-bida-and-celebrating-the-prophets-birthday-mawlid\n– More sessions about “The Kingdom of the Heart”: http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom
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LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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