BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MCC East Bay - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mcceastbay.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MCC East Bay REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241108T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20240919T151453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T160335Z UID:10021670-1731092400-1731099600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:The Difficult Road to the Olympics | Paralympic Athlete Mohamed Lahna DESCRIPTION:Representing Team USA\, meet this elite paralympic athlete\, who recently won the silver medal at the Paris Olympics and has won four gold medals. \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday\, November 8 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nCosponsored by Muhsen Bay Area & MCC East Bay \nMohamed was born without a right femur as a child and did not compete in his first triathlon until 2008. Mohamed grew up playing sports and competing in various competitions. He started as a strong swimmer\, having conquered the most impressive feat of swimming across the Strait of Gibraltar. He went on to represent MAR until 2016. \nAs of 2017\, Mohamed has been competing under the ITU flag after requesting a change of representation from MAR to USA. \nMohamed has won four gold medals and 13 podium finishes and is currently ranked fourth globally. \n– More Muhsen co-sponsored events at MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/muhsen\n– More from our Friday Night Series: http://mcceastbay.org/friday-night \nHis Recent Highlights \n\n– 4th place at the 2017 ITU World Triathlon Grand Final Rotterdam;\n– 2nd place at the 2017 Edmonton ITU World Paratriathlon Series;\n– 3rd place at the 2017 Yokohama ITU World Paratriathlon Series;\n– 2nd place at the 2017 Sarasota CAMTRI Paratriathlon American Championships; and\n– 3rd place at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Paralympic Games.  \n– Competed representing MAR till the Rio Paralympic Games.\n– Competed under the ITU flag in 2017 and 2018\n– Representing the USA from September 2019\n\nAbout the speaker\nMohamed Lahna was born without a right femur\, so he could not compete in his first triathlon until 2008. He started as a strong swimmer and could swim across the Strait of Gibraltar. He went on to represent Morocco until 2016. \nAs of 2017\, Lahna has been competing in the World Triathlon after requesting a change of representation from Morocco to the United States. \nMohamed has won four gold medals and 13 podium finishes and is currently ranked fourth globally. \nLahna was born and raised in Morocco and represented Morocco at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games\, winning bronze in the PTS2 category. A resident of California since 2011\, Lahna officially raced for Team USA for the first time in 2021. In 2023\, Lahna placed third at the World Triathlon Para Cup in Paris and second at the World Triathlon Para World Championships in Pontevedra. Growing up in Morocco while missing a femur on one side presented challenges for an active child like Mohamed. He played sports on crutches for six years until he attended an elementary school specifically for children with disabilities\, where he received a leg made of wood and leather that didn’t bend\, which he had all through high school. At 20\, his athletic ability was completely redefined after receiving his first real running prosthetic. Beyond para-triathlon\, Lahna is a proud husband\, father\, and accomplished ultra-endurance athlete who has swam the Strait of Gibraltar\, run across the Sahara Desert in the Marathon de Sables\, and completed the IRONMAN World Championships in Kona. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/olympics/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mohamed-Lahna-Family-Night.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241024T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T192847Z UID:10021872-1731522600-1731526200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious/2024-11-13/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241004T212040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T074023Z UID:10021771-1731697200-1731704400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Personal Finance for Muslims | Safeer Mohiuddin DESCRIPTION:Safeer Mohiuddin is a prolific entrepreneur who learned the importance of personal finance and financial health at a young age. He is passionate about sharing personal finance with the Muslim community\, which he has done in his popular one-page guide\, Muslim Finance. \nLearn the basics of financial planning\, how to build a sustainable monthly household budget\, save for expenses and start investing\, and stop living paycheck to paycheck. \nThis program is geared towards young professionals. Everyone is welcome! \nFriday\, November 15 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Speaker \n\nSafeer Mohiuddin is a technology and real estate entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area. He holds a BS in Computer Science from UC Irvine and spent seven years at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Safeer is the co-founder and Head of Product at Guardrails AI\, the leading solution for ensuring reliability in Generative AI applications. \nBeyond technology\, Safeer is deeply passionate about Islamic finance. Over a decade ago\, he and his father\, Razi\, founded Cordoba Funds to enable their family and friends to co-invest in cash-only real estate projects. Today\, Cordoba Funds has raised and managed over $20 million\, supported by over 200 investors\, with projects spanning the nation. \nTheir latest venture\, Neeyah\, co-founded with Abeer Ali\, offers a debt-free\, equity-based home financing product for homeowners while allowing investors to co-invest in owner-occupied properties. In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits\, Safeer is the author of Muslim Finance and serves on the boards of several non-profit endowments. \n\nAlso watch: URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/personal-finances-for-muslims/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Personal-Finances-for-Muslims.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T150000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241105T163707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T163711Z UID:10021765-1731762000-1731769200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY: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-2-2/2024-11-16/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Wellness-Circle.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241023T182625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T224943Z UID:10021804-1731781800-1731787200@mcceastbay.org 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– Watch past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid \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– More sessions about the book “The Kingdom of the Heart”: http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom\n– More Sidi Tariq Samady: http://mcceastbay.org/tariq\n– Complete program: https://youtube.com/live/xpr7QZF5EHc\n– Purchase “The Kingdom of The Heart” by Habib Umar bin Hafiz: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Heart-Habib-Umar-Hafiz/dp/173537671X\n– Past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-mawlid/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Monthly-Mawlid.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241025T004710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T132542Z UID:10021877-1731862800-1731873600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Film Screening at MCC: "Where Olive Trees Weep Screening" DESCRIPTION:Join us for dinner\, a community screening of Where Olive Trees Weep\, followed by a community discussion. \n“Where Olive Trees Weep” offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. After the one-hour and 45-minute screening\, members of our local Palestinian community\, both Muslim and Christian\, will share their reflections and answer questions from the audience. This film is PG-13. \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with people of other faiths and engage in community building and discussion. \n5 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Maghrib to Isha) | Sunday\, November 17 | MCC Conference Room | Free | Limited seating\, please register @ mcceastbay.org/olive \n\nSchedule: \n5:00-5:15 pm: Maghrib prayer in community \n5:15-5:45 pm: Dinner (RSVP required. Dinner will be catered for our attendees. There will be a vegetarian and a halal chicken option.) \n5:45 pm: Screening of Where Olive Trees Weep \n7:30 pm: Community discussion with local members of the Palestinian community \n8:00 pm: Isha prayer in the community \nThe film starts at 5:45. Note: An adult must accompany children under 17.\n \nPlease RSVP if you would like to attend (even without dinner) so we can guarantee a seat for you. \nSponsored by Soul of my Soul Exhibit & MCC East Bay. \nAll profits will go directly to supporting Palestinians on the ground in Palestine (either Gaza or the West Bank). \nSoul of My Soul Exhibit promotes conversations about Palestine through arts and culture. You can learn more about the Soul of My Soul Exhibit at www.soulofmysoulexhibit.com \n \n\n– More talks about Palestine: http://mcceastbay.org/palestinian\n– MCC Stands with the People of Palestine: https://mcceastbay.org/palestine-update\n– A Mental Health Guidebook: Nurturing Muslim Students’ Mental Health Amid University Protests – A tailored resource for student advocates navigating the unique challenges they face in calling for justice amid university repression: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g9hI3E6-7laSv3Y7j5BMjawJ7JULjW9J/view?mc_cid=0f3758fdbe&mc_eid=9d52cce10a\nScreening in October in Livermore: https://mcceastbay.org/event/where-olive-trees-weep-screening\n\nThis powerful film explores the resilience of Palestinians under occupation. The documentary explores loss\, trauma\, and the quest for justice. We follow\, among others\, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish\, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi\, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We witness Dr. Gabor Maté offering trauma-healing work for a group of women who have been tortured in Israeli prisons. Ancient landscapes bear deep scars\, having seen the brutal reality of ancestral land confiscation\, expulsions\, imprisonment\, home demolitions\, water deprivation\, and denial of fundamental human rights. Yet\, through the veil of oppression\, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives. \nThis emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its cruelty? \nWatch the movie at https://www.WhereOliveTreesWeep.com and share #WhereOliveTreesWeep \n“Where Olive Trees Weep” offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. It explores themes of loss\, trauma\, and the quest for justice. \nWe follow\, among others\, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish\, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi\, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We witness Dr. Gabor Maté offering trauma-healing work for a group of women who have been tortured in Israeli prisons. \nAncient landscapes bear deep scars\, having witnessed the brutal reality of ancestral land confiscation\, expulsions\, imprisonment\, home demolitions\, water deprivation\, and denial of basic human rights. Yet\, through the veil of oppression\, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives. \nThis emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its cruelty? Want to Host a Screening? Visit: https://www.WhereOliveTreesWeep.com \nThe film provides background to the current crisis in Israel/Palestine and illuminates the lives of people we met on our 2022 journey in the occupied West Bank. Their universally human stories speak of intergenerational pain\, trauma\, and resilience. We hope they touch your heart\, stir compassion and understanding\, and inspire a pursuit of justice. For without justice\, peace remains an empty slogan. \nCinema can be a powerful force for change. This film aims to move hearts and minds beyond mere education and inspire audiences to echo the calls for freedom\, equality\, and dignity that have gone unanswered for far too long. \nThe film is our modest contribution towards our dream for an end to the occupation in Palestine\, the attainment of equal rights and fair treatment for Palestinian people\, and the spreading of healing for all intergenerational cycles of trauma in the region. \nDirectors’ Statement \nWhere Olive Trees Weep explores themes of loss\, trauma\, and the quest for justice. We follow\, among others\, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish\, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi\, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We also watch Dr. Gabor Maté support a group of women seeking understanding and healing and offer his insights into intergenerational trauma. \nThrough the veil of oppression\, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives. This emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its cruelty? Where Olive Trees Weep: Official Trailer (2024) \nAll profits will go directly to supporting Palestinians on the ground in Palestine (either Gaza or the West Bank). \nSoul of My Soul Exhibit promotes conversations about Palestine through arts and culture. You can learn more about the Soul of My Soul Exhibit at www.soulofmysoulexhibit.com URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/film-screening/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Family Events,Interfaith & Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image0.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241024T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T192847Z UID:10021873-1732127400-1732131000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious/2024-11-20/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241122T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241114T225308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T225102Z UID:10021966-1732298400-1732305600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Prophetic Parenting | Shaykh Alauddin El-Bakri DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-part parenting program with Shaykh Alaeddin Elbakri to learn practical tips and insights on creating a nurturing\, balanced home using the Prophetic model. We will learn the blessings of having a family and how we can use the Qur’an and the Seerah as a guideline to lead our families. \nFriday\, Nov. 22 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\nPart 1: Even the Prophets Prayed | The Blessings of Having a Family\nFriday\, Nov. 22 (1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.)\nPart 2: Reframe & Refrain | Understanding the Prophetic Model\nFriday\, Nov. 22 (6 p.m. to 8 p.m.)\nPart 3: Qur’anic Illuminating Words | The Guidelines\, The Dynamics\, & The Style\nSaturday\, Nov. 23 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)\nSnacks will be provided after the Dhur prayer at 12:30 p.m.\n\nThis Friday\, Shaykh Alaeddin will give the sermons at 1:30 p.m. (3rd Jumu’ah service) and 2:30 p.m. (4th Jumu’ah service). See Jumu’ah times here. \n– More Shaykh Alaedin Elbakri: http://mcceastbay.org/alaeddin \nShaykh Alauddin Elbakri began his study of Islam at a young age in North Africa and continued his education in the Islamic sciences in Jordan\, learning from predominant scholars in the Muslim world. He has served the Muslim community in the United States in numerous capacities\, serving as an Imam at several Islamic centers and establishing full-time and weekend Islamic schools. Having been trained in both the Islamic sciences and secular education\, Shaykh Alauddin can appeal to various audiences\, and his main focus is on helping Muslims develop a deep understanding of the self\, life\, and faith. \nLearn more about Shaykh Aladdin via his educational nonprofit: https://www.tawasaw.org/who-we-are \nAlso\, follow the official Facebook page of the world-renowned Islamic scholar\, teacher\, and motivational speaker Shaykh Alauddin ElBakri: https://www.facebook.com/AlauddinElBakri \nHis website is https://shaykhelbakri.com \nSheikh Alauddin ElBakri\, 20+ years of community service in the San Francisco Bay Area: \n\n– In 1997\, he was the Founding Board member of IMAN: Inner-City Muslim Action Network. At Chicago. An organization dedicated to educating and letting up the inner cities.\n– In 1999\, He accepted the Chief Curriculum Designer and Book editor role at IQRA\, Chicago.\n– In 2005\, he was a founding board member for “My Dean” at Fresno—an organization dedicated to activating Muslim youth in faith and life.\nIn 2010\, he Founded the Support Life Foundation\, an organization dedicated to education and job training in the inner cities of Oakland\, San Francisco\, and San Jose.\n– In 2017\, he founded http://tawasaw.org – an organization dedicated to educating Muslims on how to apply Islam in their modern daily life.\nShaykh Alauddin Albakri is a regularly invited guest speaker at High-tech companies and universities to lecture about the Islamic faith\, culture\, history\, and people. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/prophetic-parenting-2-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Prophetic-Parenting.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T140000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241014T220503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T065806Z UID:10021969-1732356000-1732370400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Prophetic Parenting | Shaykh Alauddin El-Bakri DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-part parenting program with Shaykh Alaeddin Elbakri to learn practical tips and insights on creating a nurturing\, balanced home using the Prophetic model. We will learn the blessings of having a family and how we can use the Qur’an and the Seerah as a guideline to lead our families. \nFriday\, Nov. 22 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\nPart 1: Even the Prophets Prayed | The Blessings of Having a Family\nJumu’ah: Friday\, Nov. 22 (1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.)\nPart 2: Reframe & Refrain | Understanding the Prophetic Model\nFriday Night Talk: Friday\, Nov. 22 (6 p.m. to 8 p.m.)\nPart 3: Qur’anic Illuminating Words | The Guidelines\, The Dynamics\, & The Style\nSaturday Morning Workshop: Saturday\, Nov. 23 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)\n\nThis Friday\, Shaykh Alaeddin will give the sermons at 1:30 p.m. (3rd Jumu’ah service) and 2:30 p.m. (4th Jumu’ah service). \n– More Shaykh Alaedin Elbakri: http://mcceastbay.org/alaeddin \nShaykh Alauddin Elbakri began his study of Islam at a young age in North Africa and continued his education in the Islamic sciences in Jordan\, learning from predominant scholars in the Muslim world. He has served the Muslim community in the United States in numerous capacities\, serving as an Imam at several Islamic centers and establishing full-time and weekend Islamic schools. Having been trained in both the Islamic sciences and secular education\, Shaykh Alauddin can appeal to various audiences\, and his main focus is helping Muslims develop a deep understanding of the self\, life\, and faith. \nLearn more about Shaykh Aladdin via his educational nonprofit: https://www.tawasaw.org/who-we-are \nAlso\, follow the official Facebook page of the world-renowned Islamic scholar\, teacher\, and motivational speaker Shaykh Alauddin ElBakri: https://www.facebook.com/AlauddinElBakri \nHis website is https://shaykhelbakri.com \nSheikh Alauddin ElBakri\, 20+ years of community service in the San Francisco Bay Area: \n\n– In 1997\, he was the Founding Board member of IMAN: Inner-City Muslim Action Network. At Chicago. An organization dedicated to educating and letting up the inner cities.\n– In 1999\, He accepted the Chief Curriculum Designer and Book editor role at IQRA\, Chicago.\n– In 2005\, he was a founding board member for “My Dean” at Fresno—an organization dedicated to activating Muslim youth in faith and life.\nIn 2010\, he Founded the Support Life Foundation\, an organization dedicated to education and job training in the inner cities of Oakland\, San Francisco\, and San Jose.\nIn 2017\, he founded http://tawasaw.org\, an organization dedicated to educating Muslims on how to apply Islam in their modern daily lives.\nShaykh Alauddin Albakri is a regular guest speaker at high-tech companies and universities to lecture about the Islamic faith\, culture\, history\, and people.\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/prophetic-parenting-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Prophetic-Parenting.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241127T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241024T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T192847Z UID:10022009-1732732200-1732735800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious/2024-11-27/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241127T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241127T194737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T194739Z UID:10021874-1732732200-1732735800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:*Canceled* Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Tonight’s session is canceled.\n\nJoin us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241201T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241201T073000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241121T175323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T223041Z UID:10021812-1733034600-1733038200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:#TeamFajr Monthly Sunday Breakfast & Qur'an Khatam DESCRIPTION:  \n“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 (6:30 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. \nQari 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 \nThis program is also streamed virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live. \n 2024 Sunday Monthly Khatam with Qari Amar Bellaha: \n\n– January 7\, 2024\n– February 4\, 2024\n– March 3\, 2024\n– May 5\, 2024\n– June 2\, 2024\n– July 7\, 2024\n– August 4\, 2024\n– September 1\, 2024\n– October 6\, 2024\n– November 3\, 2024\n– December 1\, 2024\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. \nQuestions? 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/teamfajr-december/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monthly-TeamFajr-Quran-Khatam.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241024T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T192847Z UID:10022010-1733337000-1733340600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious/2024-12-04/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241205T012311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T012312Z UID:10021875-1733337000-1733340600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:*Virtual Only Tonight* Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:*Tonight’s class will be virtual only. Join us at mcceastbay.org/live* \n\nJoin us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious-3/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241024T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T192847Z UID:10021876-1733941800-1733945400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious/2024-12-11/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241024T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T192847Z UID:10022011-1734546600-1734550200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Healthy Marriages\, Relationships\, and Homes in Islam | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new 6-week mini-series on Wednesdays\, where we delve into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. \n\nFoundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define marriage as a bond of peace\, love\, and mercy. Understand the significance of equality\, mutual respect\, and shared responsibilities between spouses.\nSpiritual Harmony in Family Life: Explore how spiritual practices like prayer can enhance marital bonds and create a home filled with tranquility and spiritual growth.\nCommunication and Conflict Resolution: Learn effective communication strategies inspired by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, emphasizing kindness\, patience\, and forgiveness as tools for resolving conflicts.\nNurturing Love and Compassion: Discover how to cultivate love that sustains and grows through acts of kindness\, empathy\, and compassion. Understand the importance of maintaining emotional and physical closeness.\nBalancing Rights and Responsibilities: Gain insights into balancing personal rights with responsibilities towards your spouse and family\, fostering an environment of mutual support and accountability.\n\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their home environments\, marital relationships\, or marriage preparation. By integrating Islamic teachings into daily life\, participants will learn to build homes that reflect the core values of Islam—peace\, love\, and unity. \nWednesdays\, Starts Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live.  \n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Building Healthy Relationships” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/harmony\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Purification of the Heart” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/healing\n Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires\n– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \nSidi Shahryar is an experienced teacher\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach. He is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships and cultivate spiritual growth. He provides practical guidance and insights rooted in Islamic teachings\, while addressing contemporary challenges faced by Western Muslim. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/harmonious/2024-12-18/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Sidi-Shahryar-Abbasi-New-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241203T204122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T234835Z UID:10021766-1734786000-1734793200@mcceastbay.org 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-2-2-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Wellness-Circle.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241220T164310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T020843Z UID:10021805-1734805800-1734811200@mcceastbay.org 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– Watch past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid\n– More sessions about “The Kingdom of the Heart” (book used in sessions): http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom\n– More Sidi Tariq Samady: http://mcceastbay.org/tariq \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\n \n– More sessions about “The Kingdom of the Heart” (book used in sessions): http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom\n– More Sidi Tariq Samady: http://mcceastbay.org/tariq \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 the heart neglects its duties\, the body will disobey Allah\, 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 of 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. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-mawlid-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Monthly-Mawlid.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241226T050445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T031738Z UID:10022387-1735930800-1735938000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Community is Messy: Attaining Faith Through Service | Imam Mohammad Yasir Khan DESCRIPTION:Join Imam Mohammad Yasir Khan (a local community leader & founder of Al-Misbaah in Sacramento) to hear the struggles that our community is currently going through\, ranging from the ongoing refugee crisis to at-risk youths\, addictions\, suicide\, and more\, and how our masajid can overcome the “charity apathy” affect to address these issues. \nImam Yasir will highlight the importance of supporting local causes such as refugee resettlement\, charitable aid\, Islamic education\, youth mentorship\, and support for underserved groups. He will share personal stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed through these initiatives\, creating a powerful connection to the real-world impact of community service.  \nFriday\, Jan. 3 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nImam Yasir will give the 12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. Jumu’ah Khutbah this Friday\, January 3\, 2025. \nAl-Misbaah will also do a collection drive this Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. They will have a truck outside the Sisters’ Entrance collecting the following items: \n\nBlankets\nPillows\nShampoo/conditioners\nSoaps\nChildren toys\n\nAbout Imam Yasir: \nImam Yasir Khan was born and raised in Sacramento\, CA\, where he began memorizing the Quran in 2004 and completed his Hifdh in 2008. He pursued advanced Islamic Studies at the Islamic University of Darul Uloom Zakariyya in South Africa\, where he earned certifications (Ijazah) in various Islamic sciences\, including Tafsir (Quranic Exegesis)\, Hadith (Prophetic Traditions)\, Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence)\, Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Jurisprudence)\, Aqeedah (Islamic Theology)\, and Qira’at (Science of Quranic Recitation). \nDuring his studies\, Imam Yasir also gained certification as an Arabic Braille instructor\, empowering visually impaired individuals to read the Quran. His time at Darul Uloom Zakariyya provided him with a solid foundation in Islamic knowledge and extensive experience in nonprofit work\, which he has used to serve communities effectively. \nIn 2015\, Imam Yasir founded Al-Misbaah\, which has grown from a small office to a multi-location organization providing critical services to thousands of individuals. He is also recognized as the first Muslim chaplain appointed to the California State Legislature. \nImam Yasir’s leadership roles reflect his commitment to serving diverse communities while fostering unity and faith-based values. His work bridges religious guidance and practical solutions to modern challenges\, significantly impacting locally and regionally. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n \nIn 2020\, Imam Mohammad Yasir Khan became California’s first-ever Muslim chaplain to the state legislature. \nFrom the august State Assembly floor into the unassuming apartments of Afghan refugees in Sacramento to consoling Muslims in prisons & hospitals and consoling at-risk Muslim youth about addiction and suicidal thoughts\, he knows one thing for sure: community is messy. \nJoin him to hear about his journey of finding faith through community; even when he’d instead climb his spiritual mountain in personal worship\, he stays amongst the Muslim Ummah and navigates their temperaments and needs. \nAbout Imam Yasir:\nImam Yasir Khan was born and raised in Sacramento\, CA\, where he began memorizing the Quran in 2004 and completed his Hifdh in 2008. He pursued advanced Islamic Studies at the Islamic University of Darul Uloom Zakariyya in South Africa\, where he earned certifications (Ijazah) in various Islamic sciences\, including Tafsir (Quranic Exegesis)\, Hadith (Prophetic Traditions)\, Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence)\, Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Jurisprudence)\, Aqeedah (Islamic Theology)\, and Qira’at (Science of Quranic Recitation). \nDuring his studies\, Imam Yasir also gained certification as an Arabic Braille instructor\, empowering visually impaired individuals to read the Quran. His time at Darul Uloom Zakariyya provided him with a solid foundation in Islamic knowledge and extensive experience in nonprofit work\, which he has used to serve communities effectively. \nIn 2015\, Imam Yasir founded Al-Misbaah\, which has grown from a small office to a multi-location organization providing critical services to thousands of individuals. He is also recognized as the first Muslim chaplain appointed to the California State Legislature. \nImam Yasir’s leadership roles reflect his commitment to serving diverse communities while fostering unity and faith-based values. His work bridges religious guidance and practical solutions to modern challenges\, significantly impacting locally and regionally. \nThis talk was delivered at the Muslim Community Center – East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton\, California on Friday\, January 3\, 2025. \nMore MCC East Bay:\nCalendar of Events: http://www.mcceastbay.org/calendar\nWeekly Updates: http://www.mcceastbay.org/newsletter\nSupport MCC: https://www.mcceastbay.org/sadaqa\nMCC Podcast: http://mcceastbay.org/podcast\nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MCCPleasanton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcceastbay\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MCCEastBay/videos URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/community-is-messy/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Community-is-Messy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T073000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241225T180406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T070557Z UID:10022371-1736058600-1736062200@mcceastbay.org 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 (6:30 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/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monthly-TeamFajr-Quran-Khatam.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T183000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241226T162424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T011858Z UID:10022388-1736357400-1736361000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Winter Arabic Calligraphy Class | Br. Zubair Simab DESCRIPTION:For Children & Adults Ages 13+:  Join a six-week calligraphy session with Calligrapher Zubair Simab for beginner & intermediate students. The class is designed to learn the popular Thuluth style of writing. Students will learn the: \n\n\nUnderstanding of pen\, paper\, and ink \n\n\nPreparing the traditional calligraphy pen \n\n\nTechnically analyzing alphabet letters in Thuluth style \n\n\nIntroduction to fundamentals of composition \n\n\nWednesdays | 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | Jan. 8 to Feb. 12\, 2025 | MCC Banquet Hall | $110.00/student ($40 calligraphy kit\, can be purchased separately) \nCapped at 20 attendees. \nRegister at mcceastbay.org/calligraphy \nThe six-week sessions will provide you with an understanding of pen\, paper\, and ink in calligraphy\, preparing the pen\, and learning the Thuluth style of writing and techniques. It will also introduce the fundamentals of composition. You will have a chance to write and practice in class. No previous experience is necessary. \nSessions are held in the Banquet Hall On Wednesdays: 1/08\, 1/15\, 1/22\, 1/29\, 2/05\, & 2/12 \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC the facility. To request a financial waiver or discount\, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship \nAbout the Instructor: \nZubair Simab is a Danville-based and award-winning traditional calligrapher and Silicon Valley engineer. He is an active traditional arts practitioner and teacher in his local community. Zubair has exhibited\, lectured\, and demonstrated throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. His initial passion for calligraphy was sparked in his birthplace of Kabul\, Afghanistan\, where he began training in calligraphy as a young boy. Twenty-five years ago\, Zubair returned to the serious study and practice of traditional calligraphy. Zubair is influenced by the Afghan and Turkish master calligraphers. His pieces are based on Farsi poetry\, verses from the Quran\, and traditional Afghan and Arabic proverbs. \nhttp://www.simabcalligraphy.com \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/winter-calligraphy/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/01.08.25-Arabic-Calligraphy-Classes.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241231T174855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T000355Z UID:10022428-1736535600-1736542800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Cultivating Data Literacy in Kids | Gulrez Khan DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session with Gulrez Khan as he shares his unique approach to making data visualization fun and accessible for children. Gulrez will demonstrate how to introduce data concepts through screen-free activities that foster creativity and strengthen family bonds.  \nBy integrating data into everyday life\, we can empower our children to become confident data consumers and creators\, fostering their curiosity and understanding of the world around them. \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday\, Jan. 10 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nGulrez Khan is the author of the book “Drawing Data with Kids: Cultivating Data-Literacy: A Screen-Free Journey through the Art of Visualization for Kids.” You can purchase signed copies of his book after this author’s event: \n\n\n[Paperback] Drawing Data with Kids: $25\n\n\n[Hardcover] Drawing Data with Kids: $30\n\n\nRamadan Data Journal: $10\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \n \nAbout the Author\nAward-winning author and Data Scientist Gulrez is the father of three beautiful kids and works as a data science leader at his day job. He has almost two decades of experience and a knack for turning boring numbers into captivating stories. When he’s not busy working\, you can find him passing on his skills to the next generation to create a world of data-literate children. \nA firm believer in the power of data literacy\, Gulrez is on a mission to improve the way people make sense of data. He’s known for delivering corporate workshops that are equally informative and entertaining. \nAbout the Book\nDrawing Data with Kids is the perfect companion for a summer full of creativity\, learning\, and fun. Join Pariza and her dad on a captivating adventure that combines the world of art with the fascinating realm of data visualization. \nIn this interactive book\, children aged 7-14 will embark on a screen-free journey\, discovering the magic of data through hands-on drawing exercises. Here’s what makes Drawing Data with Kids a must-have for parents and teachers: \n\nEngaging Storytelling: Follow Pariza’s journey as she explores different types of graphs\, charts\, and visualizations\, bringing data to life through captivating illustrations and relatable narratives.\nArtistic Exploration: Encourage your child’s creativity as they apply data concepts to their own drawings\, turning abstract numbers and figures into vibrant visual representations.\nCritical Thinking Skills: Foster your child’s analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities as they make sense of data\, analyze information\, and draw meaningful conclusions.\nData Literacy Made Fun: From bar graphs to pie charts\, scatter plots to line graphs\, each chapter introduces a new concept in an engaging and easy-to-understand way\, empowering kids to understand and communicate data effectively.\nScreen-Free Summer: Provide a break from screens and technology while keeping your child engaged with interactive activities that stimulate their imagination and learning.\n\nWhether you’re a parent\, teacher\, or caregiver\, Drawing Data with Kids is a valuable resource that combines art\, creativity\, and data literacy to empower children with essential skills for the digital age. \nMake this summer a memorable one by immersing your child in the colorful world of data through the power of drawing. Grab your copy of Drawing Data with Kids today and embark on a summer adventure that sparks curiosity\, creativity\, and a love for learning! URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/data-literacy-in-kids/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Gulrez-Khan.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T190000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241216T195540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T233645Z UID:10022080-1737135000-1737140400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Friday Night Primer on the Weekend Retreat with Shaykh Samer Al-Nass DESCRIPTION:Join us over the weekend with a renowned scholar of the Qur’an\, Tafsir\, & Hadith\, Shaykh Samer Al-Nass\, to learn the 40 Hadiths on Loving and Hating for the Sake of God\, and 40 Hadiths on His Characteristics and His Nation ﷺ using Shaykh Yousuf Al-Nabhani (ra)’s books. \nFri. Jan 17\, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Introduction – Free) | Sat. Jan 18\, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.\, Sun. Jan 19\, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | $20/in-person for the weekend or $10/person (watch live online both days) \nRegister at https://mcceastbay.org/forty-hadiths \nIjaza with Sanad (certificate) will only be given to in-person attendees. While online viewers will benefit from joining the retreat virtually\, they will not receive a completion certificate. \nBoth books used in the retreat will be available for purchase on-site on Friday and Saturday at a discounted price. \nFor those attending the retreat in person\, we will provide lunch to those who pre-purchased the lunch ticket online. The last day to purchase the lunch option is Friday. \nThe event will not be publicly live-streamed. The public release of the recordings will be at the discretion of every speaker. There’s no guarantee that recordings will be released on the media channels for MCC East Bay. Please try to attend the program in person or live online. The event will take place at Pacific Standard Time. \nNo babysitting is provided. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attaining spiritual knowledge. For a financial-based scholarship discount code\, please email scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Presenter:\nShaykh Samer was born in Damascus\, Syria\, where he studied at the College of Medicine of the University of Damascus. He went on to study in the United States\, where he qualified in internal medicine. \nThe Shaykh has studied under some of the great ‘ulama of the Levant (Shaam) and the Arabian peninsula. He has a traditional license to teach (ijazah) in the ten styles of recitation of the narration of the Shatibiyyah and the Durra from the world-renowned Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar. He received an ijazah in the ten styles of recitation of the narration of Tayyibah from the Egyptian Shaykh Ahmad Mustafa in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia\, himself a student of Shaykh Abd al-Aziz al-Zayyat of Egypt. Shaykh Samer has a traditional license to teach (ijazah) in Islamic law (fiqh) and theology and creed (‘aqida) from Shaykh Lutfi al-Fayumi and the late Hanafi Mufti\, Shaykh Adib al-Kallas. He also studied with the previous Mufti of Syria\, Shaykh Abu Yusr Ibn `Abidin. Shaykh Samer was honored to study hadith in Mecca with the great Indonesian-Meccan Shaykh Yasin al-Fadani and with Shaykh Nur ud-din `Itr of Syria. He also has an ijazah in Prophetic traditions (hadith) from the late Shaykh `Abd Allah Siraj al-Din of Aleppo\, Syria. \nShaykh Samer is presently a teacher at Ma’had al-Fatih al-Islami in Damascus\, teaching the Hanafi fiqh manual Al-Hidayah in the department of Islamic Law (Shariah)\, and lecturer on the ten recitations of the Qur’an in the MA program. The Shaykh teaches Qur’anic recitation (tajwid) after fajr prayers daily in the blessed mosque of Shaykh Ibn `Arabi\, a post given to him by his Shaykh and father-in-law\, one of the illustrious Shaykhs of Quran in the Levant (Sham)\, the late Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar. Shaykh Samer has been teaching various Islamic studies courses in England and North America since 2000. \n\n\nPast Shaykh Samer video recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/samer URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/friday-night-primer/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Lectures & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Shaykh-Samer-Light.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T180000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20250105T055341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T233814Z UID:10022078-1737190800-1737223200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Weekend Retreat with Shaykh Samer Al-Nass DESCRIPTION:Join us over the weekend with a renowned scholar of the Qur’an\, Tafsir\, & Hadith\, Shaykh Samer Al-Nass\, to learn the 40 Hadiths on Loving and Hating for the Sake of God\, and 40 Hadiths on His Characteristics and His Nation ﷺ using Shaykh Yousuf Al-Nabhani (ra)’s books. \nFri. Jan 17\, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Introduction – Free) | Sat. Jan 18 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)\, Sun. Jan 19 (2 p.m. to 6 p.m.) | MCC Conference Room | $20/in-person for the weekend or $10/person (watch live online both days) \nRegister at https://mcceastbay.org/forty-hadiths \nIjaza with Sanad (certificate) will only be given to in-person attendees. While online viewers will benefit from joining the retreat virtually\, they will not receive a completion certificate. \nBoth books used in the retreat will be available to purchase at a discounted price on-site. \nFor those attending the retreat in person\, we will provide lunch to those who pre-purchased the lunch ticket online. The last day to purchase the lunch option is Friday. \nThe event will not be publicly live-streamed. The public release of the recordings will be at the discretion of every speaker. There’s no guarantee that recordings will be released on the media channels for MCC East Bay. Please try to attend the program in person or live online. The event will take place at Pacific Standard Time. \nNo babysitting is provided. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attaining spiritual knowledge. For a financial-based scholarship discount code\, please email scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Presenter:\nShaykh Samer was born in Damascus\, Syria\, where he studied at the College of Medicine of the University of Damascus. He studied in the United States\, where he qualified in internal medicine. \nThe Shaykh has studied under some of the great ‘ulama of the Levant (Shaam) and the Arabian peninsula. He has a traditional license to teach (ijazah) in the ten styles of recitation of the narration of the Shatibiyyah and the Durra from the world-renowned Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar. He received an ijazah in the ten styles of recitation of the narration of Tayyibah from the Egyptian Shaykh Ahmad Mustafa in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia\, himself a student of Shaykh Abd al-Aziz al-Zayyat of Egypt. Shaykh Samer has a traditional license to teach (ijazah) in Islamic law (fiqh) and theology and creed (‘aqida) from Shaykh Lutfi al-Fayumi and the late Hanafi Mufti\, Shaykh Adib al-Kallas. He also studied with the previous Mufti of Syria\, Shaykh Abu Yusr Ibn `Abidin. Shaykh Samer was honored to study hadith in Mecca with the great Indonesian-Meccan Shaykh Yasin al-Fadani and with Shaykh Nur ud-din `Itr of Syria. He also has an ijazah in Prophetic traditions (hadith) from the late Shaykh `Abd Allah Siraj al-Din of Aleppo\, Syria. \nShaykh Samer is presently a teacher at Ma’had al-Fatih al-Islami in Damascus\, teaching the Hanafi fiqh manual Al-Hidayah in the department of Islamic Law (Shariah)\, and lecturer on the ten recitations of the Qur’an in the MA program. The Shaykh teaches Qur’anic recitation (tajwid) after fajr prayers daily in the blessed mosque of Shaykh Ibn `Arabi\, a post given to him by his Shaykh and father-in-law\, one of the illustrious Shaykhs of Quran in the Levant (Sham)\, the late Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar. Shaykh Samer has taught various Islamic studies courses in England and North America since 2000. \n\n\nPast Shaykh Samer video recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/samer URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/shaykh-samer-retreat-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Lectures & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Shaykh-Samer-Light.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20250115T165213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T165214Z UID:10021767-1737205200-1737212400@mcceastbay.org 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-2-2-3/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Wellness-Circle.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20250117T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T011020Z UID:10021806-1737225000-1737230400@mcceastbay.org 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. This monthly Mawlid’s guest speakers will be Shaykh Samer Al-Nass and Amu Tarif. \n6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Saturdays | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nWe will also serve dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP for dinner at mcceastbay.org/mawlid-dinner \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– Watch past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid \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 URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-mawlid-2-2-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Monthly-Mawlid.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T180000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241216T195117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T061937Z UID:10022079-1737295200-1737309600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Weekend Retreat with Shaykh Samer Al-Nass DESCRIPTION:Join us over the weekend with a renowned scholar of the Qur’an\, Tafsir\, & Hadith\, Shaykh Samer Al-Nass\, to learn the 40 Hadiths on Loving and Hating for the Sake of God\, and 40 Hadiths on His Characteristics and His Nation ﷺ using Shaykh Yousuf Al-Nabhani (ra)’s books. \nFri. Jan 17\, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Introduction – Free) | Sat. Jan 18 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)\, Sun. Jan 19 (2 p.m. to 6 p.m.) | MCC Conference Room | $20/in-person for the weekend or $10/person (watch live online both days) \nRegister at https://mcceastbay.org/forty-hadiths \nIjaza with Sanad (certificate) will only be given to in-person attendees. While online viewers will benefit from joining the retreat virtually\, they will not receive a completion certificate. \nBoth books used in the retreat will be available to purchase at a discounted price on-site. \nFor those attending the retreat in person\, we will provide lunch to those who pre-purchased the lunch ticket online. The last day to purchase the lunch option is Friday. \nThe event will not be publicly live-streamed. The public release of the recordings will be at the discretion of every speaker. There’s no guarantee that recordings will be released on the media channels for MCC East Bay. Please try to attend the program in person or live online. The event will take place at Pacific Standard Time. \nNo babysitting is provided. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attaining spiritual knowledge. For a financial-based scholarship discount code\, please email scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Presenter:\nShaykh Samer was born in Damascus\, Syria\, where he studied at the College of Medicine of the University of Damascus. He studied in the United States\, where he qualified in internal medicine. \nThe Shaykh has studied under some of the great ‘ulama of the Levant (Shaam) and the Arabian peninsula. He has a traditional license to teach (ijazah) in the ten styles of recitation of the narration of the Shatibiyyah and the Durra from the world-renowned Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar. He received an ijazah in the ten styles of recitation of the narration of Tayyibah from the Egyptian Shaykh Ahmad Mustafa in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia\, himself a student of Shaykh Abd al-Aziz al-Zayyat of Egypt. Shaykh Samer has a traditional license to teach (ijazah) in Islamic law (fiqh) and theology and creed (‘aqida) from Shaykh Lutfi al-Fayumi and the late Hanafi Mufti\, Shaykh Adib al-Kallas. He also studied with the previous Mufti of Syria\, Shaykh Abu Yusr Ibn `Abidin. Shaykh Samer was honored to study hadith in Mecca with the great Indonesian-Meccan Shaykh Yasin al-Fadani and with Shaykh Nur ud-din `Itr of Syria. He also has an ijazah in Prophetic traditions (hadith) from the late Shaykh `Abd Allah Siraj al-Din of Aleppo\, Syria. \nShaykh Samer is presently a teacher at Ma’had al-Fatih al-Islami in Damascus\, teaching the Hanafi fiqh manual Al-Hidayah in the department of Islamic Law (Shariah)\, and lecturer on the ten recitations of the Qur’an in the MA program. The Shaykh teaches Qur’anic recitation (tajwid) after fajr prayers daily in the blessed mosque of Shaykh Ibn `Arabi\, a post given to him by his Shaykh and father-in-law\, one of the illustrious Shaykhs of Quran in the Levant (Sham)\, the late Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar. Shaykh Samer has taught various Islamic studies courses in England and North America since 2000. \n\n\nPast Shaykh Samer video recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/samer URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/shaykh-samer-retreat/2025-01-19/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Lectures & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Shaykh-Samer-Light.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250124T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250124T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20250102T221653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T030631Z UID:10022434-1737745200-1737752400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:After Trauma\, Hope: How to Process Trauma Through The Pen | Sidi Yousuf Azhar DESCRIPTION:There is hope after trauma; use the pen to improve your mental and physical health.\n\nJoin a student of knowledge and prolific researcher as he talks about how he recuperated after leaving a high-control religious group and the death of his mother. Expressive writing broke the shackles of trauma.  \nThis is not a fiqh session. This workshop focuses on sharing an evidence-based technique to help process traumatic experiences\, improving mental and physical health. Bring a notebook and pen to write with during the workshop. \n\nFriday\, January 24 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live  \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\nMore Sidi Yousuf: https://mcceastbay.org/yousuf\n\nAbout the Presenter \nYousuf Azhar was born in India and migrated to the USA at the age of two. He studied Arabic at the University of Damascus for a year and general Islamic sciences with various scholars throughout his life. He’s currently in the Stanford Memoir Writing Certificate Program and resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife and three children. Yousuf leads a software testing team at a Silicon Valley tech company. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/after-trauma/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/After-Trauma.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T123000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20241127T161830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T174800Z UID:10021989-1737802800-1737808200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Food & Your Mood: How Food Affects Your Mental Health | Ilham Malick\, MS\, RD DESCRIPTION:Eating high-quality foods that contain lots of vitamins\, minerals\, and antioxidants nourishes the brain and protects it from oxidative stress. \nJoin Registered Dietitian and Health Coach Ilham Malick in this free workshop. She will share practical insights on how nutrition is closely correlated to mental health and how we can improve our diet to manage mental health challenges by combining the latest medical research with the wisdom already gifted to us in the Qur’an and Sunnah.  \n11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Saturday\, January 25 | Conference Room | Join in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n– More talks on nutrition: https://mcceastbay.org/nutrition\n– More from Sr. Ilham: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/ilham\n\nAbout the Speaker\nIlham Malick is a Registered Dietitian with two Master’s degrees in Dietetics. She also has an Ijazah in Hadith and is a certified Health Coach. Follow her on Instagram @inspired_by_ilham and HTTP://ilhammalick.com URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/mental-health-and-nutrition/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Mental-Health-and-Nurition.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T220000 DTSTAMP:20260512T090711 CREATED:20240529T061950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T000745Z UID:10021095-1738429200-1738447200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Anchored by the Qur’an (Pre-Ramadan Miftaah Conference) DESCRIPTION:The Qur’an was sent as guidance and a source of solace for our Ummah community. The Quran was not just meant for the first few generations but for all of humanity for the rest of time\, serving as an anchor for us in every situation. \nJoin us for our upcoming Miftaah Circle\, Anchored by the Quran\, where we will review the countless wisdoms in the Book of Allah. We will be joined by some of our local scholars and esteemed scholars. \n5 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Saturday\, February 1 | MCC Prayer Hall | $18.50/person | Register at mcceastbay.org/anchored \nBabysitting available. The livestream option for non-Bay Area residents opens on Sunday\, January 26. Dinner and food truck options in the parking lot that afternoon and evening.  \nJoin us for an evening to:\n\nEstablish a strong connection with the Quran and its teachings\, suggesting that a firm foundation in the Quran can withstand external influences and challenges;\nParticipants will learn strategies to navigate through doubts and come out with a strengthened belief in Islam;\nReinforce core Islamic beliefs and values by emphasizing the Quran as the central source of guidance and\,\nExplore the Quran’s profound teachings\, timeless wisdom\, and relevance to contemporary issues\, fostering a deeper connection with Divine guidance.\n\nSponsored by Miftaah Institute & MCC East Bay. \nMCC also will have two events earlier in the day preceding this large conference: \n\n10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Navigating Perimenopause & Menopause: A Faith-Inspired Women’s Workshop | Dr. Sondos Al Sad\n3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Mental Health & Ramadan: Finding Healing Through the Qur’an | Dr. Rania Awaad\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining spiritual knowledge offered within the four walls of the MCC East Bay facility. To request a financial waiver to attend this conference\, please message scholarship@mcceastbay.org. \nAbout This Evening’s Speakers:Shaykh Navaid Aziz is a keynote speaker and recognized subject matter expert. He lectures on current and relevant topics from an Islamic perspective. His workshops focus on best practices in sensitivity and diversity training for those engaging with Muslims. He shares his expertise on Muslim extremism\, the history of Muslim extremist groups\, and community-based intervention and prevention with the courts\, governmental and non-governmental organizations\, and law enforcement. Learn more \nMufti Abdul Rahman Waheed was born and raised in Lansing\, MI. As a youth\, he displayed zeal and enthusiasm to involve himself in the religious sciences. At just 9 years of age\, Mufti Abdul Rahman went to Toronto\, Canada\, to pursue his dreams of becoming a Hafidh of the Holy Qur’an. Thereafter\, Mufti Abdul Rahman traveled to Pakistan to continue his passion for seeking knowledge\, where he completed his 2-year Iftaa program\, which specializes in Islamic Jurisprudence and Law. Mufti Abdul Rahman is a principal and full-time instructor at Michigan Islamic Institute\, the brother organization of Miftaah Institute. He travels across North America as a khateeb and lecturer. He is well-known for his calm and down-to-earth demeanor. Learn more \nMufti Aasim Rashid is a distinguished Muslim scholar\, speaker\, and educator (the title ‘Mufti’ indicates his expertise and authority in Islamic law). He is devoted to studying and explaining Islamic sacred texts and their relation to the modern context. His lectures\, delivered at conferences and institutions worldwide\, are known to be inspiring and pertinent to the issues and pressing questions of the day. Mufti Aasim founded the Al-Ihsan Educational Foundation\, which initiated the ‘Islam Unravelled’ project. Learn more \nUstadh Ubaydullah Evans is ALIM’s first Scholar-in-Residence. He converted to Islam while in high school. Upon conversion\, Ustadh Ubaydullah began studying some of the foundational books of Islam under the private tutelage of local scholars. Since then\, he 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). Learn more \nMufti Hussain Kamani was born and raised in Elizabethtown\, Kentucky. His journey to pursue sacred Islamic knowledge began at age 6. By the age of 9\, he completed the memorization of the Holy Quran. To further advance his studies in the Islamic Sciences\, he traveled to the United Kingdom and pursued formal Islamic authorizations (ijazahs). For 7 years\, Mufti Kamani studied a rigorous curriculum covering the Arabic language and literature\, Islamic jurisprudence\, Tafseer of the Holy Qur’an\, Hadith\, Islamic Philosophy\, and Aqeedah. Afterward\, he was selected for a post-graduate course in Islamic Law and Legal Verdicts\, which he completed within two years. He later earned his graduate degree in Business Management from the University of Coventry in the UK. Learn more \nShaykh Dr. Rania Awaad\, M.D.\, is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine\, where she is the Director of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab as well as Stanford University’s Affiliate Chaplain and Affiliate Professor of Islamic Studies. In the community\, she serves as the President and Co-Founder of Maristan\, a holistic mental health nonprofit serving Muslim communities\, and the Director of The Rahmah Foundation\, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating Muslim women and girls. Before studying medicine\, she pursued classical Islamic studies in Damascus\, Syria\, and holds certifications (ijaza) in the Qur’an\, Islamic Law\, and other branches of the Islamic Sciences. Follow her @Dr.RaniaAwaad Learn more \nUstadh Feraidoon Mojadedi is one of San Francisco Bay Area’s most well-known and respected community leaders\, lecturers\, and entrepreneurs. He was born in Herat\, Afghanistan\, and immigrated with his family to America during the Russian invasion of Afghanistan in 1985. After graduating from American High School and Chabot College\, he majored in history at San Francisco State University. He grew up in a household with a deep love and reverence for poetry. Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi spends his free time reading\, studying\, and lecturing on many topics\, including Rumi and a vast collection of Farsi poetry\, spirituality\, and self-development. He currently lives with his wife and two children in Dublin\, California. Learn more \nDr. Ali Ataie is a scholar of biblical hermeneutics with field specialties in Sacred Languages\, Comparative Theology\, and Comparative Literature. At Zaytuna College\, Dr. Ataie has taught Arabic\, Creedal Theology\, Comparative Theology\, Sciences of the Quran\, Introduction to the Qur’an\, and Seminal Ancient Texts. He received his BS in accounting from Cal Poly State University in 2000. In 2011\, he received his MA in Biblical Studies from the Pacific School of Religion\, and in 2016\, his PhD in Cultural and Historical Studies in Religion from the Graduate Theological Union. Dr. Ataie is a native Persian speaker. He can read and write Arabic\, Hebrew\, and Greek. Dr. Ataie joined the Zaytuna College faculty in 2012. Learn more \nImam Yasir Khan was born and raised in Sacramento\, CA\, where he began memorizing the Quran in 2004 and completed his Hifdh in 2008. He pursued advanced Islamic Studies at the Islamic University of Darul Uloom Zakariyya in South Africa\, where he earned certifications (Ijazah) in various Islamic sciences\, including Tafsir (Quranic Exegesis)\, Hadith (Prophetic Traditions)\, Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence)\, Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Jurisprudence)\, Aqeedah (Islamic Theology)\, and Qira’at (Science of Quranic Recitation). Learn more URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/pre-ramadan-conference-miftaah/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/71d2235e91f045830545f4e81e1fac0ac6611456-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Miftaah Institute":MAILTO:admin@miftaah.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR