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SUMMARY:Tri-Valley Eid Ul-Fitr '25 Family Fun Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Eight-Annual Tri-Valley Family Fun Celebration Carnival in the MCC parking lot! \n11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Saturday\, April 5\, 2025 | Admission is $25 for a family of four\, $8 for each additional member or individual children/adult | Register mcceastbay.org/carnival \n\n\n\n\n\nThe admission includes access to our second Eid Market and all Fun Fair activities except food trucks. The Eid Fun Fair features various activities\, including the *NEW* Euro Bungee Trampolines\, a thrilling Twister ride\, a high-swinging pirate ship\, pony rides\, petting zoo\, mechanical bull\, carnival games\, a photo booth\, face painting\, balloon twisting\, a gladiator joust\, Jacob’s ladder\, bungee run\, sumo suit wrestling\, a mega obstacle course\, snow cones\, popcorn\, cotton candy\, food trucks\, and even more! \nWe’ll have: \n\n\n\n\n\nEid Market – A diverse array of vendors offering traditional handicrafts\, clothing\, accessories\, and more!\n*NEW* Euro Bungee Trampolines\nThrilling Twister Ride\nSwinging Pirate Ship\nInflatables (Slides\, Jumpy Houses\, Mega Obstacle Course\, Joust\, Jacob’s Ladder\, Basketball\, Football & Baseball)\nTraditional Carnival Games & Prizes\nSumo Suit Wrestling\nPony Rides\nPetting Zoo\nBungee Run\nMechanical Bull\nPhoto Booth\nFace Painting\nBalloon Twisting\nJumbo Connect 4\, Jenga & Corn Hole\nFree for all paid attendees: Snow Cones\, Cotton Candy\, Popcorn\n\n\n\n\n\nList of Bazar Vendors that will be at the Carnival: \nMen’s & Women’s Clothing \n\nPishwas By Sadaf Aziz\nElegant Designs\nAB Collections\nRZ boutique \n\nHijabs \n\nAsiyah’s Collection\nJasmin Orchid\nHajvery\nZaina\n\nTherapeutic Oils/Herbs \n\nSunnah Healing Remedies\n\nJewelry \n\nKat Veronica Co.\n\nSoap \n\nOlive Branch Bazaar / Nablus Soap Co\n\nList of Halal Food Trucks that will be at the Carnival: \n\nCeviche&Co\nChick-N-Go\nZoya’s\nCabalen Sweet & Savory\nLahore Di Khushboo\nGaram Chai Cart\nHalal Bites of Chicago\n\n\n\n\nVendors interested in participating in Carnival: http://mcceastbay.org/vendor-form \n\n\n\nSign up to volunteer at the Carnival: https://mcceastbay.org/carnival-volunteers \n\n\n\nMCC is a special-needs-friendly community. Special-needs families: please let us know you are coming so we can give you a special band so you do not have to wait in any of the carnival lines. Please message us at help@mcceastbay.org \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n \nThe National Marrow Donor Program is looking for a stem cell donor match for a seven-year-old Palestinian girl who is a medical evacuee from Gaza. They need a match from healthy individuals between the ages of 18 and 40\, mainly if you are from a Palestinian or Arab background.  A volunteer will be tabling on the carnival day. Please stop by if you fit the criteria. \n \nSupport the MCS Dublin Ramadan Food Drive!\nThe Muslim Cultural Society of Dublin (MCS Dublin)\, in partnership with MCC East Bay\, the Muslim Student Unions of Dublin High\, Emerald High\, and Fallon Middle School\, and the DUSD Food and Assistance Pantry\, is organizing a Ramadan Food Drive to support local families in need. During this blessed month\, we come together to give back to our community and ensure no one goes hungry. \nAs you celebrate Eid al-Fitr at the Muslim Community Center – East Bay’s 2025 Eid Carnival on Saturday\, April 5th\, we invite you to bring nonperishable food items to donate! Look for the MCS Dublin collection bins at the entrance points to drop off items such as:– Olive oil\, Rice\, Canned beans\, Lentils\, Flour\, Pasta\, Shelf-stable milk \nYour generosity will directly support families in our community through the DUSD Food and Assistance Pantry. Let’s make this Eid a celebration and a moment of giving and gratitude. \n Drop-off Location: MCS Dublin collection bins at the entrance points to the Eid Carnival Date: Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\, at ______ (please add start and end time) Together\, we can make a difference!\nJazakum Allahu Khairan for your support! \nOn this day\, the Muslim Cultural Society of Dublin\, DHS MSA\, EHS MSA\, and Fallon MSU are hosting a Ramadan food drive to support the Dublin School District’s Food Pantry. They will have a container in the parking lot collecting: \n\nNon-perishable items\nCanned goods; ex: Rice\, pasta\, canned beans\, canned vegetables\, snacks\, juice boxes\, cereals\, cooking oil\, etc.\n\nAs you prepare to join us for the carnival\, please remember to bring any of the listed items with you. \n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/tri-valley-carnival/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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SUMMARY:#TeamFajr Monthly Sunday Breakfast & Qur'an Khatam
DESCRIPTION:“If people knew the reward in praying Fajr & Isha in a congregation\, they would go to the Masjid even if they had to crawl” [Bukhari & Muslim] \nJoin Qari Amar Bellaha on the first Sunday of each month. Pray the pre-dawn prayer in congregation (6 a.m.)\, followed by recitations of Surah Yaseen and Al-Wird Al-Latif (booklets provided) in unison\, community dua\, and following sunup\, Salat al-Ishraq prayer in congregation. Qari Amar will also lead the Khatam (completion) of the Qur’an. Each month\, congregation members complete one Juz of the Holy Qur’an. Please finish your Juz by the first Sunday of each month. Sign up for Juz at mcceastbay.org/juz This program is also streamed virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live. 2025 Sunday Monthly Khatam with Qari Amar Bellaha: \n\n– January 5\, 2025\n– February 2\, 2025\n– No TeamFajr in Ramadan\n– April 6\, 2025\n– May 4\, 2025\n– June 1\, 2025\n– July 6\, 2025\n– August 3\, 2025\n– September 7\, 2025\n– October 5\, 2025\n– November 2\, 2025\n– December 7\, 2025\n\nThere are numerous benefits and virtues of reciting the Holy Qur’an and sending Salawat upon Rasulullah (S). Along with bringing great barakah into our lives\, these two acts of ‘ibadah are a means by which Allah elevates our rank in Jannah. Though it may be challenging to make a habit of tilawah (recitation) and Salawat individually\, there is strength in our numbers. Join your MCC community in our goal of collectively completing a Qur’an khatam. Questions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\nMore Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar\nImam al-Haddad’s litanies (al-Wird al-Latif): https://mcceastbay.org/wird\nThe Prophet (Peace be upon him) said\, “He who performs the Fajr will be under the protection of Allah.” [Muslim]\nThe Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “The best prayer before Allah is the Fajr prayer on Friday in the congregation.”\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n \n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-teamfajr-2025-2-2/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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SUMMARY:The Rich Legacy of Lending Libraries in Islamic History
DESCRIPTION:Learn the historical significance of libraries and educational centers in the Islamic world and reintroduce these vital institutions within our community. Sidi Arshan Ahmad is co-founder of Burooj Library\, a new free Islamic lending library in East Bay. \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday\, April 18 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live  \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \nAbout the Speaker\nArshan Ahmad is the co-founder of Burooj Library. As homeschooling parents\, he and his wife recognized the importance of sharing knowledge\, and thus\, Burooj Library was born. They have two locations: 492 C Street in Hayward and 860 Hillview Court\, Suite 160 in Milpitas. \nSidi Arshan is a serial entrepreneur who started FridayHQ\, a Muslim community and fund that invests in Muslim startups. He was previously a Product Manager at startups and tech companies around the Bay Area and studied traditional Islamic knowledge at Darul Uloom\, Canada. \n \n \nThe Legacy of Islamic Lending Libraries \n\n\n\nIslamic lending libraries are specialized libraries that cater to the informational and educational needs of the Muslim community\, often focusing on Islamic studies\, theology\, history\, and related topics. They can be found in mosques\, Islamic schools (madrasas)\, and research centers. The libraries may also offer general collections\, including fiction\, non-fiction\, and resources in multiple languages.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Features of Islamic Lending Libraries:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFocus on Islamic Studies:\n\nThey often feature books\, articles\, and other materials related to Islamic theology\, history\, culture\, and law.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Focus:\n\nMany are designed to serve the specific needs of the local Muslim community\, providing resources for religious education\, personal development\, and cultural enrichment.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVariety of Materials:\n\nThey may offer a wide range of resources\, including books\, journals\, audio-visual materials\, and digital resources.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership and Borrowing:\n\nSome may require membership or a small donation to borrow materials.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistorical Significance:\n\nIn the past\, Islamic libraries were often associated with mosques and research centers\, playing a crucial role in the preservation and dissemination of knowledge.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExamples of Islamic Libraries:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIslamic Resource Center (IRC):\n\nThe IRC in Milwaukee is known as the largest Islamic lending library in Wisconsin\, offering a vast collection on Islam and Muslims.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmerican Islamic College (AIC) Library:\n\nThe AIC library in Chicago serves students\, faculty\, and researchers\, providing access to books and journals in multiple languages.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMosque Libraries:\n\nMany mosques have associated libraries that cater to the needs of their congregation.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBayt al-Hikma (House of Wisdom):\nHistorically\, these were prominent centers for learning and research\, often housing extensive collections of books.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/burooj-library/
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
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-mawlid-2-2/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual Convert Unity Eid BBQ
DESCRIPTION:“He brought your hearts together\, so that through His blessing you became brethren” – Qur’an 3:103 \nFor Bay Area Converts and Families or Friends: Join us for a joyous post-Eid festivity to keep the Ramadan spirit alive and the connections we formed during Ramadan going. We will have a relaxed\, family-friendly gathering to celebrate Eid at Lake Elizabeth in Fremont. \nAll are welcome — bring a picnic blanket and come hang out! \nSaturday\, April 26 | 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Lake Elizabeth (Picnic Site A by the playground) | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/convert-eid \nBBQ is free for all attendees! \nSponsored by MCA\, Lighthouse\, SRVIC\, WVMA\, Marhaba\, and MCC. \nFor those new to the deen and those who have been practicing for decades\, we can all benefit from each other’s experiences and good company. \n\n– How MCC supports new Muslims: https://mcceastbay.org/convert-care\n– Recordings of educational talks for reverts playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/after-shahada\n– Shahadah moments at the MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/shahada\n\nQuestions? marhaba@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/annual-convert-unity-eid-bbq/
LOCATION:Lake Elizabeth\, 40000 Paseo Padre Parkway\, Fremont\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,New Muslims
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