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SUMMARY:Blood Drive @ Jumu'ah
DESCRIPTION:As people of faith\, it is in our blood to help. Be part of a lifesaving journey to save up to three lives with a 15-minute blood donation. \nThe MCC community has saved nearly 350 lives! This is our 23rd blood drive during Jumu’ah. Each blood drive has always been fully booked or near-fully booked! \nLet’s continue that trajectory at this blood drive and keep all our American Red Cross guests busy when they set up in our Banquet Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a Friday. Sign up at: https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive \nIn 2023\, MCC will proudly host these quarterly blood drives during Jumuah services from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with our friends at the American Red Cross: \n\nFriday\, March 3\, 2023\nFriday\, June 2\, 2023\nFriday\, September 1\, 2023\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023\n\n[fusion_button link=”https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive” text_transform=”” title=”” target=”_self” link_attributes=”” alignment=”” modal=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility\,medium-visibility\,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” color=”default” button_gradient_top_color=”” button_gradient_bottom_color=”” button_gradient_top_color_hover=”” button_gradient_bottom_color_hover=”” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” type=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” size=”” stretch=”default” shape=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_offset=””]Book An Appointment[/fusion_button] \nA Power Red donation targets O-\, O+\, A-\, and B- only. The donation process takes an additional 20-30 minutes because donors give two units of concentrated Red Blood Cells\, and your platelets and plasma are returned. \nBlood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. \nIf you have visited India\, Pakistan\, or another high-risk malaria country and returned within the last 12 months\, you are not eligible to donate blood. \nEvery person who donates blood at MCC in 2023 will receive a voucher for a free meal at iniBurger – Gourmet Burgers in Pleasanton. These vouchers are generously donated by MCC congregation members Leeza and Abdullah Popal\, who own these establishments\, to encourage community and congregation participation. \nMCC Youth: If you are 16 to 18\, here is the donor requirements and parental authorization form link. \nOn the morning of the blood drive\, please complete the Rapid Pass online and bring the print-off to speed up the check-in process. Complete at https://mcceastbay.org/rapid \n[fusion_button link=”https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive” text_transform=”” title=”” target=”_self” link_attributes=”” alignment=”” modal=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility\,medium-visibility\,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” color=”default” button_gradient_top_color=”” button_gradient_bottom_color=”” button_gradient_top_color_hover=”” button_gradient_bottom_color_hover=”” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” type=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” size=”” stretch=”default” shape=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_offset=””]Save a Life[/fusion_button]
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/blood-drive-jumuah-3/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Interfaith & Community Outreach,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230614T190000
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SUMMARY:June Religion Chat - Significance of Holidays Observed in Different Faiths
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Judith Seid (Tri-Valley Cultural Jews) and Br. Omar Naisam (MCC East Bay) speak about the calendar their respective religion/congregation uses and highlights some of their important observances\, their significance\, and how they are celebrated.   \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (optional breakout discussion from 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.) | Conference Room | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:40 p.m.– More Interfaith events: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/interfaith \n\n\n\nOmar Naisan is a Ph.D. student in the Historical & Cultural Studies of Religion program at the Graduate Theological Union. He holds a Master of Arts in New Testament also from the Graduate Theological Union. His published MA thesis is titled “Decrypting the Son of Man Problem: An Inquiry into the Dominant Approaches to the Son of Man Problem and its Conspicuous Application in Mark 8:27-31.” His interests include comparative theology\, philology in religious corpora\, and historical-critical studies of religious canons. \n\n\n\nRabbi Judith Seid is a graduate of the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism’s Rabbinic and Cantorial programs and holds a masters degree in Jewish Communal Studies from Hebrew Union College.  A graduate of the Secular Shule movement\, she taught in and directed several Secular Jewish supplemental schools and directed the Ann Arbor Jewish Cultural Society for many years. She founded the Baltimore Jewish Cultural Chavurah in 1998 and Tri-Valley Cultural Jews in  2005.  She is the author of God-Optional Judaism: Alternatives for Cultural Jews Who Love Their History\, Heritage and Community\, a handbook for Jews looking for creative and meaningful new ways to express their own way of being Jewish\, as well as of We Rejoice in Our Heritage: Home Rituals for Secular and Humanistic Jews\, and the creative editor of Kumzits! A Festivity of Instant Jewish Songs.  She is the parent of three fourth-generation secularists and the ecstatic grandmother of 2. \n\n\n\nShe likes to sing\, loves dogs\, and would rather dance than eat.  She also laughs more than is strictly necessary.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/june-religion-chat/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230901T103000
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive @ Jumu'ah
DESCRIPTION:As people of faith\, it is in our blood to help. Be part of a lifesaving journey to save up to three lives with a 15-minute blood donation. \nThe MCC community has saved nearly 350 lives! This is our 24th blood drive during Jumu’ah. Each blood drive has always been fully booked or near-fully booked! \nLet’s continue that trajectory at this blood drive and keep all our American Red Cross guests busy when they set up in our Banquet Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a Friday. Sign up at: https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive \nIn 2023\, MCC will proudly host these quarterly blood drives during Jumuah services from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with our friends at the American Red Cross: \n\nFriday\, March 3\, 2023\nFriday\, June 2\, 2023\nFriday\, September 1\, 2023\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023\n\n[fusion_button link=”https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive” text_transform=”” title=”” target=”_self” link_attributes=”” alignment=”” modal=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility\,medium-visibility\,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” color=”default” button_gradient_top_color=”” button_gradient_bottom_color=”” button_gradient_top_color_hover=”” button_gradient_bottom_color_hover=”” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” type=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” size=”” stretch=”default” shape=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_offset=””]Book An Appointment[/fusion_button] \nA Power Red donation targets O-\, O+\, A-\, and B- only. The donation process takes an additional 20-30 minutes because donors give two units of concentrated Red Blood Cells\, and your platelets and plasma are returned. \nBlood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. \nIf you have visited India\, Pakistan\, or another high-risk malaria country and returned within the last 12 months\, you are not eligible to donate blood. \nEvery person who donates blood at MCC in 2023 will receive a voucher for a free meal at iniBurger – Gourmet Burgers in Pleasanton. These vouchers are generously donated by MCC congregation members Leeza and Abdullah Popal\, who own these establishments\, to encourage community and congregation participation. \nMCC Youth: If you are 16 to 18\, here is the donor requirements and parental authorization form link. \nOn the morning of the blood drive\, please complete the Rapid Pass online and bring the print-off to speed up the check-in process. Complete at https://mcceastbay.org/rapid \n[fusion_button link=”https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive” text_transform=”” title=”” target=”_self” link_attributes=”” alignment=”” modal=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility\,medium-visibility\,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” color=”default” button_gradient_top_color=”” button_gradient_bottom_color=”” button_gradient_top_color_hover=”” button_gradient_bottom_color_hover=”” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” type=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” size=”” stretch=”default” shape=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_offset=””]Save a Life[/fusion_button]
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/blood-drive-jumuah-4/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Interfaith & Community Outreach,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231119T170000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Dialogue: Who is Christ? | Dr. Ali Ataie & Rev. Andrew Lobban
DESCRIPTION:Join two seasoned interfaith speakers for a Sunday afternoon educational chat that examines the role of Jesus\, son of Mary (peace and blessings be upon him)\, in the Bible and Christian theology and contrasts with his role in the Qur’an and Islamic theology.  \n\n\n\n5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Sunday\, November 19 | MCC Conference Room | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nAhead of the holiday season\, this event is intended to show that despite religious differences and worldwide turmoil\, people of faith can always find common ground. \n\n\n\nRSVP for dinner only (not for panel) required at mcceastbay.org/dialogue  \n\n\n\n\n– 5 p.m. – Come early at 5 p.m. and observe the Maghrib sunset prayer (about 10 minutes) in the Prayer Hall. We will serve dinner in the Banquet Fellowship Hall from 5:15 p.m. to 6 p.m.\n\n\n\n– 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Interfaith panel discussion with Rev. Andy Lobban and Dr. Ali Ataie\n\n\n\n\nPatricia Munro (Jewish community) & Edlyn Aisha Sammanasu (MCC) will open the program with a few words about the ever-present need to connect faith traditions for mutual compassion. \n\n\n\nSponsored by Saint Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Livermore and the Muslim Community Center – East Bay in Pleasanton. \n\n\n\n– More Dr. Ali Ataie: https://mcceastbay.org/ali-ataie – More interfaith events at MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith – Sign up for periodic community supporter updates: https://mcceastbay.org/community-supporters – More Reverend Andy: https://mcceastbay.org/andy \n\n\n\nInterfaith Thanksgiving Service3:30-4:30 p.m. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church\, 3350 Hopyard Road\, PleasantonSunday\, November 19\, 2023Following the service\, there will be a simple reception from 4:30 to 5:00 with light refreshments and the opportunity for attendees and presenters to converse with one another. \n\n\n\nAt this time in our world today\, we are especially grateful for this opportunity to continue to build on the interfaith relationships we have established since Interfaith Interconnect was founded in 2011 as we strive to fulfill our mission: To enrich\, inform\, and educate ourselves and others about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Valley. There is no cost to attend\, but an offering will be accepted to benefit Goodness Village\, a local non-profit that provides the unhoused with a safe and supportive community in which to live\, heal\, and thrive. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \n\n\n\nABOUT THE PANELISTS \n\n\n\nRev. Andrew (Andy) Lobban has served as the Rector of St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Livermore since June 2016. During that time\, he has been quite active in interfaith cooperation and dialogue throughout the tri-valley.  Andy came to St. Bart’s via Grace Cathedral in San Francisco\, where he served for four years as associate clergy\, overseeing much of the outreach and social justice programming. He also served as Priest and Chaplain at Good Samaritan Community Services in San Antonio\, Texas. Reverend Andy completed a Master of Divinity at the Seminary of the Southwest in Austin\, Texas. He also studied at the University of California\, Berkeley\, and at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie is a perennial student and researcher involved in interfaith activities for over two decades. He holds a Master’s in Biblical studies focusing on New Testament and Biblical languages. He also has a Ph.D. in cultural and historical studies in religion from the Graduate Theological Union. His doctoral work focused on Muslim hermeneutics of Biblical texts\, especially the Gospel of John. He lives in San Ramon\, CA\, with his wife Roya and three daughters.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/interfaith-dialogue/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T103000
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive @ Jumu'ah
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nAs people of faith\, it is in our blood to help. With a 15-minute blood donation\, you can be part of a lifesaving journey that could save up to three lives. \nThe MCC community has saved nearly 350 lives! This is our 25th blood drive during Jumu’ah\, and each one has always been fully or near-fully booked! \nLet’s continue that trajectory at this blood drive and keep all our American Red Cross guests busy when they set up in our Banquet Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a Friday. Sign up at: https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive \nIn 2023\, MCC will proudly host these quarterly blood drives during Jumuah services from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with our friends at the American Red Cross: \n\nFriday\, March 3\, 2023\nFriday\, June 2\, 2023\nFriday\, September 1\, 2023\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023\n\n[fusion_button link=”https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive” text_transform=”” title=”” target=”_self” link_attributes=”” alignment=”” modal=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility\,medium-visibility\,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” color=”default” button_gradient_top_color=”” button_gradient_bottom_color=”” button_gradient_top_color_hover=”” button_gradient_bottom_color_hover=”” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” type=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” size=”” stretch=”default” shape=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_offset=””]Book An Appointment[/fusion_button] \nA Power Red donation targets O-\, O+\, A-\, and B- only. Donation takes 20-30 minutes because donors give two units of concentrated Red Blood Cells\, and your platelets and plasma are returned. \nBlood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need feels good. \nIf you have visited India\, Pakistan\, or another high-risk malaria country and returned within the last 12 months\, you are not eligible to donate blood. See the latest travel-related restrictions to blood donation eligibility. \nEvery person who donates blood at MCC in 2023 will receive a voucher for a free meal at iniBurger—Gourmet Burgers in Pleasanton. MCC congregation members Leeza and Abdullah Popal\, who own these establishments\, generously donate these vouchers to encourage community and congregation participation. \nMCC Youth: If you are 16 to 18\, here are the donor requirements and parental authorization form link. \nOn the morning of the blood drive\, please complete the Rapid Pass online and bring the print-off to speed up the check-in process. Complete at https://mcceastbay.org/rapid \n[fusion_button link=”https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive” text_transform=”” title=”” target=”_self” link_attributes=”” alignment=”” modal=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility\,medium-visibility\,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” color=”default” button_gradient_top_color=”” button_gradient_bottom_color=”” button_gradient_top_color_hover=”” button_gradient_bottom_color_hover=”” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” type=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” size=”” stretch=”default” shape=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_offset=””]Save a Life[/fusion_button] \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/blood-drive-jumuah-5/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Interfaith & Community Outreach,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240612T200000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Chat: When Bad Things Happen
DESCRIPTION:Interfaith Interconnect of the Tri-Valley and MCC co-host a virtual religious chat with Omar Naisan\, representing MCC East Bay\, and Wanda Ostler\, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, on how the Muslim and Mormon faiths address when bad things happen to good people and how does each faith/congregation help someone to recover following a significant loss\, emergency\, or tragedy? \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Wednesday\, June 12 | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nThe doors open at 6:45 p.m. Optional breakout post-discussion groups will be held from 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n– More Brother Omar Nasim: https://mcceastbay.org/omar\n\n\n\n– More MCC interfaith events: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith\n\n\n\n– MCC’s interfaith advocacy efforts: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-ethos\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters \n\n\n\nOmar Naisan is a Ph.D. student in the Historical & Cultural Studies of Religion program at the Graduate Theological Union. He holds a Master of Arts in New Testament and is also from the Graduate Theological Union. His published MA thesis is titled “Decrypting the Son of Man Problem: An Inquiry into the Dominant Approaches to the Son of Man Problem and its Conspicuous Application in Mark 8:27-31.” His interests include comparative theology\, philology in religious corpora\, and historical-critical studies of religious canons. \n\n\n\nThe mission of Interfaith Interconnect is to enrich\, inform\, and educate ourselves and others about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Valley. The interfaith umbrella group serves the Tri-Valley in the Bay Area. \n\n\n\n– More Interfaith Interconnect recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-interconnect– Website: https://interfaithinterconnect.weebly.com/– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithInterconnect \n\n\n\nThe MCC East Bay and the Islamic Center of Livermore are proud congregation members of the Interfaith Interconnect of the Tri-Valley. \n\n\n\n– More MCC interfaith events: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith– Sign up for MCC’s periodic community supporter updates: https://mcceastbay.org/community-supporters– MCC’s interfaith community advocacy efforts: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-ethos
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/interfaith-chat-bad-things/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240819T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240819T152000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004951
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SUMMARY:American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month: Livermore City Council
DESCRIPTION:At 3 p.m. on Monday\, August 19\, 2024\, the Livermore City Council will join communities throughout California to recognize August 2024 as Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. Livermore resident Daood Larsen accepts the Proclamation for Tri-Valley Muslims.\n\n\n\nThe MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person and express our community’s appreciation for this and other upcoming Proclamations: \n\n\n\n– San Ramon at 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 13: https://mcceastbay.org/event/san-ramon-city-council-proclamation\n– Livermore (TBA) at 3 p.m. on Monday\, August 19: https://mcceastbay.org/event/livermore-city-council-proclamation\n– Dublin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/dublin-council/\n– Pleasanton at 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/plesanton-city-council\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nThe MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person and express our community’s appreciation. We especially encourage residents who live and work in the City of Livermore. \n\n\n \nThis is the third year the Livermore City Council has had this Proclamation. These are the Tri-Valley City Council commemorations in 2022: https://youtu.be/lPt53HC3RTo \n\n \nThis Proclamation acknowledges the rich history and guiding virtues of American Muslims. It commends Muslim communities in California for their lasting positive impact and continues to push toward advancing the state and the nation. \n\n \nThe Livermore City Council follows in the footsteps of other City Councils in the San Francisco Bay Area\, like Santa Clara\, Pleasanton\, Hayward\, Dublin\, San Ramon\, Union City\, Oakland\, San Jose\, and Redwood City. The Proclamation is likely the first agenda item\, so please be on time for the virtual meeting at 7 p.m. \n\n \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\nOur community sincerely thanks Brother Musa Tariq at CAIR – San Francisco Bay Area. For several years\, he has facilitated these Proclamations in the Bay Area. \n\n\n\n\n\n– More CAIR-cosponsored events: https://mcceastbay.org/cair\n\n\n\n\n\nThese city Proclamations commemorate the California Assembly’s designation of August as American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. Assemblymember Bill Quirk has introduced this resolution for the past seven years to commemorate American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. The ceremonies take place during the first few minutes of the city’s council meeting. \n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/livermore-city-council-proclamation/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T183000
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SUMMARY:American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month: Dublin City Council
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\nAt 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20\, 2024\, the Dublin City Council will join communities throughout the State of California in recognizing August 2024 as Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. Sr. Eman Tai will accept the Proclamation on behalf of Tri-Valley Muslims. \nThe MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person\, watch the live stream\, and express our community’s appreciation for this and other upcoming Proclamations: \n\n– San Ramon at 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 7 p.m.: https://mcceastbay.org/event/san-ramon-city-council-proclamation\n– Dublin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/dublin-council/\n– Pleasanton at 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/plesanton-city-council\n– Livermore (TBA)\n\n \n\n\n\nThe MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person\, watch the livestream\, and express our community’s appreciation. We especially encourage residents who live and/or work in the City of Dublin. \n\n\n\nTo join in person\, virtually\, and/or to leave a comment: https://www.dublin.ca.gov/82/City-Council-Meetings \n\n\n\nThis is the fourth year the Dublin City Council has had this Proclamation. These are the Tri-Valley City Council commemorations in 2022: https://youtu.be/lPt53HC3RTo \n\n\n\nThis Proclamation acknowledges the rich history and guiding virtues of American Muslims. It commends Muslim communities in California for their lasting positive impact and continues to push toward advancing the state and the nation. \n\n\n\nThe Dublin City Council follows in the footsteps of other City Councils in the San Francisco Bay Area\, like Santa Clara\, Pleasanton\, Hayward\, San Ramon\, Livermore\, Union City\, Oakland\, San Jose\, and Redwood City. The Proclamation is likely the first agenda item\, so please be on time for the virtual meeting at 7 p.m. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nOur community sincerely thanks Brother Musa Tariq at CAIR – San Francisco Bay Area. For several years\, he has facilitated these Proclamations in the Bay Area. \n\n\n\n\n– More CAIR-cosponsored events: https://mcceastbay.org/cair\n\n\n\n\nThese city Proclamations commemorate the California Assembly’s designation of August as American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. Assemblymember Bill Quirk has introduced this resolution for the past seven years to commemorate American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. The ceremonies take place during the first few minutes of the city’s council meeting. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \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/dublin-council-proclamation/
LOCATION:Dublin City Council Chamber\, 100 Civic Plaza\, Dublin\, CA\, 94568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T190000
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SUMMARY:American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month: Pleasanton City Council
DESCRIPTION:https://youtu.be/ihc5w-4ReHEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y95uHiBTrxI\n\n \n\n\n\nAt 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20\, 2024\, the Pleasanton City Council will join communities throughout California to recognize August 2024 as Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. \nDr. Jamilah Friday will accept the ’24 Proclamation on behalf of Tri-Valley Muslims. The MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person\, watch the live stream\, and express our community’s appreciation for this and other upcoming Proclamations: \n\n– San Ramon at 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 13: https://mcceastbay.org/event/san-ramon-city-council-proclamation\n– Livermore (TBA) at 3 p.m. on Monday\, August 19: https://mcceastbay.org/event/livermore-city-council-proclamation\n– Dublin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/dublin-council/\n– Pleasanton at 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/plesanton-city-council\n\n\n \n\nThe MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person\, watch the livestream\, and express our community’s appreciation. We especially encourage residents who live and/or work in the City of Dublin. \n\n\nTo join in person\, virtually\, and/or to leave a comment: https://pleasantonca.portal.civicclerk.com/event/295/files \n\n\nThis is the fourth year the Pleasanton City Council has had this Proclamation. These are the Tri-Valley City Council commemorations in 2022: https://youtu.be/lPt53HC3RTo \n\n\nThis Proclamation acknowledges the rich history and guiding virtues of American Muslims. It commends Muslim communities in California for their lasting positive impact and continues to push toward advancing the state and the nation. \n\n\nThe Pleasanton City Council follows in the footsteps of other City Councils in the San Francisco Bay Area\, like Santa Clara\, Dublin\, Hayward\, San Ramon\, Livermore\, Union City\, Oakland\, San Jose\, and Redwood City. The Proclamation is likely the first agenda item\, so please be on time for the virtual meeting at 7 p.m. \n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\nOur community sincerely thanks Brother Musa Tariq at CAIR – San Francisco Bay Area. For several years\, he has facilitated these Proclamations in the Bay Area. \n\n\n\n\n\n– More CAIR-cosponsored events: https://mcceastbay.org/cair\n\n\n\n\n\nThese city Proclamations commemorate the California Assembly’s designation of August as American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. Assemblymember Bill Quirk has introduced this resolution for the past seven years to commemorate American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. The ceremonies take place during the first few minutes of the city’s council meeting. \n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/plesanton-city-council/
LOCATION:Pleasanton Council Chamber\, 200 Old Bernal Avenue\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAIR - San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR SFBA)":MAILTO:aabid@cair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T163000
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive @ Jumu’ah
DESCRIPTION:As people of faith\, it is in our blood to help. Be part of a lifesaving journey to save up to three lives with a 15-minute blood donation. \n\n\n\nThe MCC community has saved nearly 350 lives! This is our 28th blood drive during Jumu’ah\, and each one has always been fully or near-fully booked! \n\n\n\nLet’s continue that trajectory at this blood drive and keep all our American Red Cross guests busy when they set up in our Banquet Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a Friday. Sign up at: https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, MCC will proudly host these quarterly blood drives during Jumuah services from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with our friends at the American Red Cross: \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 1\, 2024\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 31\, 2024\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 6\, 2024\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 13\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Power Red donation targets O-\, O+\, A-\, and B—only. It takes 20-30 minutes because donors give two units of concentrated Red Blood Cells\, and platelets and plasma are returned. \n\n\n\nBlood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need feels good. \n\n\n\nIf you have visited India\, Pakistan\, or another high-risk malaria country and returned within the last 12 months\, you are not eligible to donate blood. See the latest travel-related restrictions to blood donation eligibility. \n\n\n\nEvery person who donates blood at MCC will receive a voucher for a free meal at iniBurger—Gourmet Burgers in Pleasanton. MCC congregation members Leeza and Abdullah Popal\, who own these establishments\, generously donate these vouchers to encourage community and congregation participation. \n\n\n\nMCC Youth: If you are 16 to 18\, here are the donor requirements and parental authorization form link. \n\n\n\nOn the morning of the blood drive\, please complete the Rapid Pass online and bring the print-off to speed up the check-in process. Complete at https://mcceastbay.org/rapid \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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/blood-drive-jumuah-8/2024-09-06/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Charity & Community Service,Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004951
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SUMMARY:Film Screening in Livermore: "Where Olive Trees Weep Screening"
DESCRIPTION:“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\, the film’s Executive Producer\, Ashira Darwish\, will join us. This film is PG-13. \n4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturday\, October 26* | Ashbury United Methodist Church\, 4743 East Avenue\, Livermore | $10/person (optional) | Limited seating\, Register @ mcceastbay.org/olive \nThe film starts at 4:30. Please arrive earlier for a Palestinian Cultural Day event from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the same location. \n*Date and venue change  \nMCC also hosts a screening of this film and free dinner on Sunday\, November 17: https://mcceastbay.org/event/film-screening \nIf you are unable to pay the ticket fee\, please email us for a financial waiver at soulofmysoulexhibit@gmail.com \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\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 \nPlease also see this program for youth: https://mcceastbay.org/event/palestinian-plate-art-craft
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/where-olive-trees-weep-screening/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004951
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SUMMARY:Mayoral/City Council Candidate Forum (San Ramon\, Dublin & Pleasanton)
DESCRIPTION:Elections are upon us\, and your vote matters! Let’s shape our future together.​ \nJoin us to learn where local San Ramon\, Pleasanton & Dublin city candidates stand on important topics and ask questions that matter to you. \nLocal elected officials have a more significant impact on our daily lives than many other political positions\, as our local politician’s decisions impact the oversight of county law enforcement officers\, transportation\, housing\, and many different public services. \n4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Sunday\, October 27 | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nSponsored by CAIR San Francisco\, San Ramon Valley Islamic Center (SRVIC)\, & MCC East Bay. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \nSee also: Alameda County: Ballot Measure and Proposition Voter Guide \nAgenda \n\n– 4:00 p.m. Introduction by Musa Tariq\, CAIR San Francisco\n– 4:05 p.m.: Dublin candidates speak\n– 4:25 p.m.: Pleasanton candidates speak\n– 4:45 p.m.: San Ramon candidates speak\n– 5:00 p.m.: State Senate candidates speak\n– 5:15 p.m. Meet & greet between candidates & community members\n\nHere is the slate of local candidates in this election season: \nDublin Mayoral Candidates \n\nDublin Human Services Commissioner Shawn Costello\nTom Evans\nCouncilmember Sherry Hu \nCouncilmember Jean Josey (confirmed)\n\nDublin City Council Candidates \n\nMayor Michael McCorriston\nRazi Hasni (confirmed)\nJohn Morada (confirmed)\n\nPleasanton Mayoral Candidates \n\nMayor Karla Brown\nCouncilmember Jack Balch (confirmed)\n\nPleasanton City Council \n\nCouncilmember Valerie Arkin\nCraig Eicher\nMatt Gaidos\nPlanning Commissioner Vivek Mohan\n\nSan Ramon City Council \n\nCouncilmember Mark H. Armstrong\nChirag Kathrani (confirmed)\nRobert Jweinat\nVasanth Shetty (confirmed)\nCouncilmember Sridhar Verose (confirmed)\n\nState Senate District 7 \n\nAssemblymember Tim Grayson\nSan Ramon Councilmember Marisol Rubio (confirmed)\n\nSan Ramon School Board \n\nTrustee Laura Bratt (confirmed)\nTrustee Shelley Clark\nSakriti Sehgal\nKarin Shumway\n\nDublin School Board \n\nKristian Reyes\nRamnath Shanbhogue\n\nPleasanton School Board \n\nTrustee Mary Jo Carreon\nDonalyn Harris\nJenifer Flynn\nCharlie Jones\nKelly Mokashi\n\nMCC proudly hosts this annual educational candidate forum in partnership with our friends at SRVIC & CAIR – San Francisco Bay Area. This is an opportunity to learn about your local candidates during another critical election year. \nLocal elected officials have a more significant impact on our daily lives than many other political positions\, as their decisions impact the oversight of county law enforcement officers\, transportation\, housing\, and many different public services. \nJoin us and also listen to the candidates discuss hate crimes\, bullying of Muslim American children\, and more so that when you go to the polls next month\, you’ll know exactly what decisions to make. \nWe invite you to join us and show that the American Muslim community is very interested in hearing about the candidate’s platforms and positions if they are elected. This voter education forum is an opportunity to educate and empower us to become more politically\, civically\, and publicly engaged between public officials and American Muslims. \nOne question we will ask all candidates at this forum is: As an elected official\, what concrete steps will you take to combat Islamophobia in your community\, given that 2023 saw one of the worst years of anti-Muslim hate in 30 years/three decades\, worse than after Trump’s Muslim ban? \n \nVoter Guide: Your Ballot Is Your Power​\nGet ready to make a difference in the 2024 General Election on November 5. Depending on your state and/or registration status\, you may receive your ballot in the mail in October. \nCAIR California is on a mission to mobilize every Muslim vote because every vote is a step toward justice. This site is your go-to resource for all you need to know to Vote for Justice: https://voteforjustice24.com
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/candidate-forum/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="CAIR - San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR SFBA)":MAILTO:aabid@cair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004951
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004951
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Red Cross Blood Drive @ MCC Jumu’ahs
DESCRIPTION:As people of faith\, it is in our blood to help. With a 15-minute blood donation\, you can be part of a lifesaving journey that could save up to three lives. \n\n\n\nThe MCC community has saved nearly 350 lives! This is our 29th blood drive during Jumu’ah\, and each one has always been fully or near-fully booked! \n\n\n\nLet’s continue that trajectory at this blood drive and keep all our American Red Cross guests busy when they set up in our Banquet Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a Friday. Sign up at: https://mcceastbay.org/blood-drive \nHere are the Jumu’ah prayer times: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/prayer \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, MCC will proudly host these quarterly blood drives during Jumuah services from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with our friends at the American Red Cross: \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 1\, 2024\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 31\, 2024\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 6\, 2024\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 13\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Power Red donation targets O-\, O+\, A-\, and B—only. It takes 20-30 minutes because donors give two units of concentrated Red Blood Cells\, and platelets and plasma are returned. \nBlood diversity is important. Now more than ever\, the American Red Cross needs the help of black blood donors. \n\n\n\nBlood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need feels good. \n\n\n\nIf you have visited India\, Pakistan\, or another high-risk malaria country and returned within the last 12 months\, you are not eligible to donate blood. See the latest travel-related restrictions to blood donation eligibility. \n\n\n\nEvery person who donates blood at MCC will receive a voucher for a free meal at iniBurger—Gourmet Burgers in Pleasanton. MCC congregation members Leeza and Abdullah Popal\, who own these establishments\, generously donate these vouchers to encourage community and congregation participation. \n\n\n\nMCC Youth: If you are 16 to 18\, here are the donor requirements and parental authorization form link. \n\n\n\nOn the morning of the blood drive\, please complete the Rapid Pass online and bring the print-off to speed up the check-in process. Complete at https://mcceastbay.org/rapid
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/blood-drive-jumuah-8-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Charity & Community Service,Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250316T183000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Iftar: Finding Faith Through Community Service | Kashef Qaadri
DESCRIPTION: \n \n*MCC Congregation*: Space is limited. Please only RSVP if you are attending with a friend\, neighbor\, or coworker of another faith.* \nPlease join us this Sunday evening for an Iftar dinner experience as we observe the holy month of Ramadan and help create a better society by learning about one another. Before dinner\, we will be joined by the Vice Mayor of Dublin\, Kashef Qaadri\, who will share his journey on finding faith through serving the community. \n6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Sunday\, March 16 | MCC East Bay | Register at: mcceastbay.org/interfaith-iftar \nSpace is limited at this interfaith Iftar. \nMCC congregation members: Please attend ONLY if they accompany a friend\, co-worker\, or neighbor of another faith or nonfaith. \nIftar means ‘fast-breaking\,’ and it is an integral part of the Muslim community’s life during the sacred month of Ramadan. Muslims break their daily Ramadan fast with a community dinner called an “iftar.” \nPlease RSVP your attendance so we can ensure we have enough food. \nInterfaith Iftar Event Schedule \n\n– 6:15 p.m. – Arrival & Socializing\n– 6:30 p.m. – The program begins with Vice Mayor Kashef Qaari\n– 7:20 p.m. – Call to Prayer and Breaking of Fast with dates and water\n– 7:27 p.m. – Prayer at Sunset in Prayer Hall (Maghrib) followed by Iftar Dinner in Banquet Hall\n\nThis is the seventh community Iftar in the Tri-Valley. \n\n– Here is the 2017: “What Ramadan Means to Me:” https://youtu.be/tiJgEJT-DM8\n– Here is the 2018 “Why Faith Matters” https://youtu.be/5J8rL9Hepog\n– Here is the 2019 “Loving Across the Difference”: https://youtu.be/JzK7JexOxLw\n– Here is the 2022: “Loving Across the Difference”: https://youtu.be/Hb8_0IUwCBU\n– Here is the 2023: “Moses in Islamic & Jewish Tradition”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU_na-MYy9Y&t\n– Here is the 2024: “Food\, Faith & Fasting”: https://youtu.be/-b4qEhICLbA\n– Here is the 2025: Finding Faith Through Service to Our Community: https://youtu.be/zSnXoXB0cL4?si=s2i3EwfD766G_5Gf\n\nThe Holy month of Ramadan \n“Iftar” is the fast-breaking meal observed each evening at sundown during the holy month of Ramadan. The Interfaith Iftar Dinner allows the whole community to join our Muslim friends for an evening meal as they break their Ramadan fast. \nRamadan in America \nRamadan is about renewing a Muslim’s commitment to God and undergoing a physical and spiritual training program to increase intimacy with his or her faith. \nThe reward for a successful Ramadan is no less than the forgiveness of all sins. Imagine starting with a new slate\, clean with God! So\, in addition to all the improvements Ramadan can make in one’s character and health\, we get to start over with a clean slate. (All our good deeds remain; only the bad deeds disappear). With all these benefits derived from the observance of this blessed month\, is it any wonder that Ramadan is the best time of the year for every Muslim? \nA surprising number of people of other faiths also observe the Ramadan fast here in North America. They recognize the disciplining effects of the fast and use their time to come closer to God. Every year\, Islamic centers receive calls from non-Muslims asking how the fast is performed and where they can get a month-long chart showing the start and end times of each day’s fast. Employers and schools are also beginning to make accommodations for the needs of their Muslim workers and students. \nBecause the month of Ramadan falls about a week earlier each year as the lunar calendar rotates backward through the solar calendar\, Muslims experience varying conditions during their fast. The fasting period is longer in the summer and shorter in the winter. \nThere are also occasions to fast throughout the rest of the year. The Prophet Muhammad’s habit was to fast twice weekly\, on Mondays and Thursdays. \nChildren in Ramadan \nChildren will be present during the prayers\, whether participating\, watching\, or\, for younger children\, imitating the movements of their elders. Their presence continues the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad\, who was very tender toward children. The Prophet sometimes carried one of his grandchildren on his shoulder while leading the prayer and was also known to shorten the prayer if he heard a baby cry. \nMore about Ramadan \nThere are no special preparations to begin the month of Ramadan. Some Muslims fast in anticipation of the month. Muslims understand that it is going to be a month of intense religious devotion and a time of self-denial: no food\, drink\, sex\, profanity\, fighting\, or lying allowed from first light to sundown. The main components of the month consist of two meals: one before sunrise and the other at sunset. \nOne particular night of Ramadan has special significance. It is the exact night the Qur’anic revelation was first revealed to Muhammad in 610 C.E. It is known as Laylat ul Qadr\, or the Night of Power. According to the Prophet Muhammad\, it falls on one of the odd-numbered nights in the last ten days of Ramadan. Many Muslims stay up all night seeking the Lord’s forgiveness and guidance. \nThank you for joining us. \nThe Iftar\, or “fast-breaking\,” is an integral part of the Muslim community’s life during the sacred month of Ramadan. Every day of the month\, at sunset\, Muslims gather in homes and mosques to break their fast together. This communal meal comes after a day of self-discipline in which Muslims abstain from food and drink and make an extra effort to avoid impatience and harsh words. After eating\, Muslims will spend the evening seeking the pleasure of God through contemplation and prayer. \nThe Islamic Greeting \nThe Islamic greeting frequently heard in the mosque is the Arabic phrase\, “as-salaam alaykum” (“peace be with you”). It is returned by saying\, “wa alaykum as-salaam (“and with you be peace”).” \nWhat is Ramadan? \nRamadan (pronounced rom-a-don) is the ninth month of the lunar calendar used by Muslims. This month is special because the Qur’an (the Islamic scripture) was first revealed in it. During Ramadan\, all healthy adult Muslims fast by abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset. They also strive to abstain from all evil speech and actions. It is recommended that each Muslim read the entire Qur’an during this month. \nWhen will the fast be broken? \nAt sunset\, the adhan (call to prayer) will be made. This call to prayer is always recited melodiously in Arabic. The adhan signals Muslims to break their fasts\, often done with the traditional three dates and water. Before sitting down to a meal\, Muslims stand together for the sunset prayer\, one of the five daily prayers Muslims must perform. \nThe Call to Prayer (translation) \n\nGod is Most Great\, God is Most Great\nGod is Most Great\, God is Most Great\nI bear witness that there is no god but (the One) God\nI bear witness that there is no god but (the One) God\nI bear witness that Muhammad is a Messenger of God\nI bear witness that Muhammad is a Messenger of God\nHasten to prayer\, Hasten to prayer\nHasten to success\, Hasten to success\nGod is Most Great\, God is most Great\nThere is no god but (the One) God\n\nThe Sunset Prayer \nAfter the call to prayer\, Muslims will hasten to the mats to line up for congregational prayer. They will form tight ranks\, symbolizing unity and equality within the Muslim community. Men and women form separate lines for the prayer to maintain modesty and concentration during the physical movements of standing\, bowing\, and prostration. Their separation does not indicate any relative superiority or inferiority. \nThe prayer begins as the Imam\, or prayer leader\, raises his hands with the words “Allahu Akbar (“God is the Most Great”).” From that moment\, worshippers are required to devote total concentration to the prayer as they follow the words and actions of the Imam. \nThe Imam first recites the opening chapter of the Qur’an (entitled al-fatiha) aloud\, then follows with more Qur’anic verses of his choosing. After the recitation\, worshippers bow and prostrate in unison\, silently glorifying God. \nWhen will the fast be broken? \nThe prayer ends as worshippers turn their faces to either side with the Arabic words “Peace be with you and the mercy of God.” Some of the congregation will then stand to leave\, while others will add their devotions. \nAl-Faitha (Translation) \nThe Qur’an’s opening chapter is akin to the “Lord’s Prayer.” \n\nIn the name of God\, the Compassionate\, the Merciful\nPraise be to God\, Lord of the Worlds\,\nThe Most Compassionate\, the Most Merciful\nRuler of the Day of Judgment\nOnly You do we worship\, Only You we ask for help\nShow us the straight path\nThe path of those whom You have favored\nNot that of those who earn Your anger nor those who go astray.\n\nThe Iftar \nAfter completing the sunset prayer\, Muslims join in a joyous and nutritious meal. Because Islam is a global religion\, many special Ramadan foods are enjoyed by different ethnic groups: soups\, salads\, rice dishes\, meats\, and sweets. \nDuring Ramadan\, Muslims begin their meals with “O God\, for you I fasted\, and in You I believe\, and with Your provision I broke my fast. After eating\, Muslims say “al-hamdu lillah (“Thanks be to God”).” \nThe Night Prayer \nThe final of the five daily prayers is said as night falls. Like the other four prayers\, it is preceded by the adhan and performed in congregation. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/interfaith-iftar-3/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T113000
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SUMMARY:Lead the Way!: How to Serve On Your City's Local Boards & Commissions | Moina Shaiq (Bay Area Muslim Council)
DESCRIPTION:Join a longtime East Bay-based Community Activist and Civic Leader\, Moina Shaiq\, to learn how to apply for city and county boards\, understand their roles and responsibilities\, and explore ways to make a meaningful impact through public service. \n10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Saturday\, Sep. 27 | MCC Conference Room | Free | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMoina Shaiq is an East Bay-based community activist and civic leader recognized for promoting inclusion\, fostering interfaith dialogue\, and encouraging political engagement.  \nShe helped shape the policies & projects that affect our everyday lives\, as well as connected with local officials and neighbors. \nFor under 10 hours a month in local civic leadership\, you too can leave a lasting and meaningful legacy. Join us to learn how to apply. \nThis workshop is open to all who want to strengthen Muslim representation and advocacy in decision-making spaces. We will have tea\, coffee\, and snacks. \nSponsored by Bay Area Muslim Council & MCC East Bay. \nThe Bay Area Muslim Council’s mission is to empower local Muslim representation in politics 🗳️🤝. From city councils to school boards\, they’re building a future where Muslim voices are not only heard — but lead. 💪🏽📢 They focus on community organizing\, civic education\, and coalition building across the Bay Area 🤲🏽🌁. They’re here to ensure our communities are informed\, mobilized\, and represented in the places where decisions are made. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker: \nMoina Shaiq is a longtime community activist and civic leader in the East Bay\, California. Since immigrating from Pakistan in 1978\, she has dedicated herself to strengthening democracy through civic engagement\, interfaith dialogue\, and public service. She founded the Muslim Support Network and is best known for her “Meet a Muslim” initiative\, which fosters open conversations to break down stereotypes and build trust. Moina has served on numerous city and county boards and commissions\, advocating for inclusion\, equity\, and representation. Her work highlights the importance of everyday citizens stepping into civic and political spaces to create lasting change. \nBay Area Muslim Council (BAMC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating civic-minded Muslim Americans in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through education\, leadership training\, and community partnerships\, they prepare individuals to serve on local boards\, commissions\, and civic initiatives\, while building bridges across diverse communities.  \nTheir mission is to foster ethical leadership\, strengthen representation\, and promote service that benefits the common good. By investing in leaders at the neighborhood level and creating pathways for long-term civic engagement\, they aim to ensure that Muslim Americans are recognized not only as part of the civic fabric but as leaders who give back and contribute to the well-being and progress of all. \n \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org\n\n\n\nThe Bay Area Muslim Council’s mission is to empower local Muslim representation in politics 🗳️🤝. From city councils to school boards\, they’re building a future where Muslim voices are not only heard — but lead. 💪🏽📢 They focus on community organizing\, civic education\, and coalition building across the Bay Area 🤲🏽🌁. They’re here to ensure our communities are informed\, mobilized\, and represented where decisions are made. \n \nPlease also join the Bay Area Muslim Council for an inspiring evening of Empowering Hyperlocal Representation with influential voices shaping civic action and political change! \n📅 Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\n📍 Fremont\, CA | 🕔 5:00 PM \n🎤 Featuring:\n• Mehdi Hasan – Founder of Zeteo\n• Josh Paul – Former US Official\n• Lateefah Simon – US Representative\n• Imam Tahir Anwar – Civic Leader \n✅ Register now at BAMCouncil.org/RSVP \n#BayAreaMuslims #CivicEngagement #Representation #communitypower
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/board-and-commission-workshop-bay-area-muslim-council/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T154000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004951
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SUMMARY:Invitation! Interfaith Worship Experience Visit MCC | Sidi Mahdy Amine
DESCRIPTION:Interfaith Worship Experience Visit:\n\n\n \nMuslim Community Center East Bay\nFriday Prayer\, October 3\, 2025 at 3:40pm\n5724 West Las Positas Blvd.\,#300\, Pleasanton \n\n\nPlease arrive by 3:30 p.m. to find parking in the MCC parking lot.* Overflow parking is in the Pleasanton Unified School District parking lot next door. Volunteers will be stationed in the parking lot to direct you.  Modest clothing requested. There will be head scarves available for women who wish to wear one. You can choose to sit on the ground or seats in the Prayer Hall for the 20-minute sermon. The congregation stands for prayer at 4 p.m. followed by community announcements. Afterwards\, there will be light refreshments and an opportunity to meet with Mahdy Amine and some MCC outreach members in the Banquet Hall.\n \nFlyer attached. \n \nIf you would like to attend: RSVP to interfaith.interconnect@gmail.com.\n\n \n*Parking lot map: http://mcceastbay.org/district\n\nInterfaith Interconnect is offering this series of visits to allow members of our different faith communities share their traditional worship services. All are welcome. We hope you can join us on October 3rd!\n\nMarcia Elchesen\, Coordinator\nand the Interfaith Interconnect Leadership Committee \n2025 Oct3 MCC Friday Prayer Interfaith Visit
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/invitation-interfaith-worship-experience-visit-mcc-sidi-mahdy-amine/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T170000
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SUMMARY:Become a U.S. Citizen | Free CAIR Immigration Clinic @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? CAIR-SFBA‘s legal team offers free Citizenship Clinics to support you through every step of the naturalization process\, from assessing your eligibility and assisting with fee waivers to completing your application and preparing you for your interview. \nJoin us at one of our upcoming clinics\, and let our team help you on your journey. \nCAIR-SFBA Immigration attorneys will be at MCC during the three MCC Jumu’ah (1:30 p.m.\, 2:30 p.m. & 3:40 p.m.) to provide you with free legal assistance with naturalization and fee waiver applications. To become a U.S. citizen\, you must be 18 and a legal permanent resident for 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen.). \nFriday\, Oct. 17\, 2025 | 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | In-person only | Registration required | Register at mcceastbay.org/clinic \nIf you miss the MCC event\, CAIR-SFBA will also have Free Citizenship Clinics: \n\n– 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday\, October 3\, 2025 at the Peninsula Muslim Association in Mountain View\n– 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday\, November 7\, 2025 at SABA Center in San Jose.\n\nRegister here. \nIf you have an urgent inquiry or are unable to attend the immigration clinic\, please call CAIR at (408) 986-9874. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nDuring this clinic\, attorneys will provide: \n\n– Presentation on the citizenship process and eligibility.\n– Free legal consultation to determine eligibility.\n– Free legal assistance with Naturalization and Fee Waiver applications.\n– Interpretation services in Arabic\, Dari\, Pashto\, Urdu\, Turkish/Azerbaijani\, and Russian.\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n– Green Card and Social Security card.\n– Passport(s).\n– Job history and home addresses for the last five years.\n– List of trips abroad in the last five years.\n– Family information for all children and spouses (current and former).\n– Arrest records\, if arrested and/or cited.\n– To apply for Fee Waiver or Reduced Fee: Latest tax return and/or proof of public benefits (such as food stamps\, cash aid\, SSI\, etc.)\n\nQuestions? event@mcceastbay.org \nCAIR-SFBA is hosting several upcoming citizenship clinics. During these events\, attorneys will provide free legal assistance with naturalization and fee waiver applications.\n\nOnce you have filled out the form a member of our team will send you more information about how to participate in the clinic. If you have an urgent inquiry or are unable to attend the clinic please indicate below or call us at (408) 986-9874.\n\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CITIZENSHIP YOU MUST BE: 18 years of age. And a legal permanent resident for 5 years\, or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/cair-immigration-clinic/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251130T170000
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SUMMARY:Shukr Celebration for Converts
DESCRIPTION:“If you are grateful\, I will surely increase you” – Surah Ibrahim\, Ayat 7 \nJoin us in celebrating the season with gratitude\, reflection\, and community! \nAs Converts/New Muslims\, we strive to bring the beneficial aspects of our cultures into the Deen of Islam. Ash-Shukur (the Grateful) is one of the 99 names of Allah (swt)\, and as Muslims\, we should strive to embody and encourage one another toward gratitude year-round. \nJoin us on a Sunday afternoon as we take advantage of the season for our own Shukr (gratitude) dinner\, featuring halal turkey and traditional seasonal treats. \nConverts are welcome to bring along their born-Muslim and non-Muslim family and friends.  \nNon-Muslim friends and family\, as well as born-Muslim friends and family\, are welcome. Sidi Afraz Khan will be our guest speaker. \nSunday\, November 30\, 2025 | 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. |  MCC Banquet Hall | For Converts/New Muslims & Family/Friends\, RSVP at mcceastbay.org/shukr \nSchedule \n\n12 p.m. – Check-in\n12:30 p.m. – Zuhr congregational prayer\n12:50 p.m. – Sidi Afraz Khan Talk (Conference Room)\n2 p.m. – Lunch (Banquet Hall)\n3:30 p.m. – Asr congregational prayer\n3:50 p.m. – Desserts (Banquet Hall)\n4:56 p.m. – Maghrib congregational prayer\n\nMore from the MCC Convert Care Team \n\n– How MCC supports new Muslims: https://mcceastbay.org/convert-care\n– Recordings of educational talks for reverts playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/after-shahada\n– Shahadah moments at the MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/shahada\n\nQuestions? new-muslim@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/shukr/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Interfaith & Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260308T180000
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SUMMARY:Multi-Faith Iftar: United in Faith\, Rooted in Understanding | Kashef Qaadri
DESCRIPTION:*MCC Congregation*: Space is limited. Please only RSVP if you are attending with a friend\, neighbor\, or coworker of another faith.* \nPlease join us this Sunday evening for an Iftar dinner experience as we observe the holy month of Ramadan and help create a better society by learning about one another. Before dinner\, we will be joined by Dublin Councilmember Kashef Qaadri\, who will share reflections on our theme\, “United in Faith\, Rooted in Understanding\,” and discuss ways to strengthen our community bonds. \n6 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Sunday\, March 8\, 2026 | MCC East Bay | Register at mcceastbay.org/iftar-rsvp \nMCC congregation members: Space is limited at this interfaith Iftar. Please attend ONLY if they accompany a friend\, co-worker\, or neighbor of another faith or of no faith. \nIftar means ‘fast-breaking\,’ and it is an integral part of the Muslim community’s life during the sacred month of Ramadan. Muslims break their daily Ramadan fast with a community dinner called an “iftar.” \nPlease RSVP your attendance so we can ensure we have enough food. \nInterfaith Iftar Event Schedule \n\n– 6 p.m. – Arrival & Socializing\n– 6:15 p.m. – “United in Faith\, Rooted in Understanding” Program & Q&A with Dublin Councilmember Kashef Qaadri (Conference Room)\n– 7:12 p.m. – Call to Prayer and Breaking of Fast with dates and water (Banquet Hall)\n– 7:15 p.m. – Prayer at Sunset (Prayer Hall)\n– 7:25 p.m. – Iftar Dinner (Banquet Hall)\n\nThis is the eighth community Iftar in the Tri-Valley. \n\n– Here is the 2017: “What Ramadan Means to Me:” https://youtu.be/tiJgEJT-DM8\n– Here is the 2018 “Why Faith Matters” https://youtu.be/5J8rL9Hepog\n– Here is the 2019 “Loving Across the Difference”: https://youtu.be/JzK7JexOxLw\n– Here is the 2022: “Loving Across the Difference”: https://youtu.be/Hb8_0IUwCBU\n– Here is the 2023: “Moses in Islamic & Jewish Tradition”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU_na-MYy9Y&t\n– Here is the 2024: “Food\, Faith & Fasting”: https://youtu.be/-b4qEhICLbA\n– Here is the 2025: Finding Faith Through Service to Our Community: https://youtu.be/zSnXoXB0cL4?\n\nRamadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar\, observed by Muslims worldwide as a sacred time of fasting\, prayer\, reflection\, and community. Iftar is the evening meal that breaks the daily fast at sunset. \nFor interfaith iftars\, Muslims and non-Muslims are invited to sit down to go beneath the headlines and understand what brings us strength and courage\, and the stories of real struggles\, fears\, hopes\, and dreams that have shaped who we are. \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS \n• What is Ramadan?  \nDuring Ramadan\, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar\, Muslims believe the first verses of the Qur’an (the Sacred book of Islam) were revealed to Prophet Muhammad – Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH). In essence\, from sunrise until sundown\, Muslims around the world focus on practicing abstinence in its entirety\, particularly by refraining from eating and drinking. Read more here. \n• What is an iftar?  \nIftar is the meal eaten to break one’s fast during the holy month of Ramadan. \n• Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?  \nFasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam. Starting with the new moon\, Ramadan lasts 30 days or until the next new moon. During the hours of fasting\, Muslims are encouraged to read the Quran\, refrain from smoking\, sex\, ill-thinking\, and ill-doing. \n• What is Maghrib prayer?  \nThe Maghrib prayer is prayed just after sunset\, the fourth of five obligatory daily prayers performed by practicing Muslims. \n• How does the iftar dinner work?  \nIftar (literally\, “break-fast”) starts after the evening Maghrib prayer adhan\, or call for prayer. The prayer time for Maghrib varies by location and school of thought (Sunni or Shia). \n• What does halal mean?  \nHalal means lawful or permitted in Arabic. When describing food\, it refers to the dietary standard prescribed in the Qur’an. \n• Does fasting mean that you’re also not drinking water? \nYes. Fasting during the daylight hours during Ramadan includes not drinking water. \nThe Holy Month of Ramadan \n“Iftar” is the fast-breaking meal observed each evening at sundown during the holy month of Ramadan. The Interfaith Iftar Dinner allows the whole community to join our Muslim friends for an evening meal as they break their Ramadan fast. \nRamadan in America \nRamadan is about renewing a Muslim’s commitment to God and undergoing a physical and spiritual training program to increase intimacy with his or her faith. \nThe reward for a successful Ramadan is no less than the forgiveness of all sins. Imagine starting with a new slate\, clean with God! So\, in addition to all the improvements Ramadan can make in one’s character and health\, we get to start over with a clean slate. (All our good deeds remain; only the bad deeds disappear). With all these benefits derived from the observance of this blessed month\, is it any wonder that Ramadan is the best time of the year for every Muslim? \nA surprising number of people of other faiths also observe the Ramadan fast here in North America. They recognize the disciplining effects of the fast and use their time to come closer to God. Every year\, Islamic centers receive calls from non-Muslims asking how the fast is performed and where they can get a month-long chart showing the start and end times of each day’s fast. Employers and schools are also beginning to make accommodations for the needs of their Muslim workers and students. \nBecause the month of Ramadan falls about a week earlier each year as the lunar calendar rotates backward through the solar calendar\, Muslims experience varying conditions during their fast. The fasting period is longer in the summer and shorter in the winter. \nThere are also occasions to fast throughout the rest of the year. The Prophet Muhammad’s habit was to fast twice weekly\, on Mondays and Thursdays. \nChildren in Ramadan \nChildren will be present during the prayers\, whether participating\, watching\, or\, for younger children\, imitating the movements of their elders. Their presence continues the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad\, who was very tender toward children. The Prophet sometimes carried one of his grandchildren on his shoulder while leading the prayer and was also known to shorten the prayer if he heard a baby cry. \nMore about Ramadan \nThere are no special preparations to begin the month of Ramadan. Some Muslims fast in anticipation of the month. Muslims understand that it is going to be a month of intense religious devotion and a time of self-denial: no food\, drink\, sex\, profanity\, fighting\, or lying allowed from first light to sundown. The main components of the month consist of two meals: one before sunrise and the other at sunset. \nOne particular night of Ramadan has special significance. It is the exact night the Qur’anic revelation was first revealed to Muhammad in 610 C.E. It is known as Laylat ul Qadr\, or the Night of Power. According to the Prophet Muhammad\, it falls on one of the odd-numbered nights in the last ten days of Ramadan. Many Muslims stay up all night seeking the Lord’s forgiveness and guidance. \nThank you for joining us. \nThe Iftar\, or “fast-breaking\,” is an integral part of the Muslim community’s life during the sacred month of Ramadan. Every day of the month\, at sunset\, Muslims gather in homes and mosques to break their fast together. This communal meal comes after a day of self-discipline in which Muslims abstain from food and drink and make an extra effort to avoid impatience and harsh words. After eating\, Muslims will spend the evening seeking the pleasure of God through contemplation and prayer. \nThe Islamic Greeting \nThe Islamic greeting frequently heard in the mosque is the Arabic phrase\, “as-salaam alaykum” (“peace be with you”). It is returned by saying\, “wa alaykum as-salaam (“and with you be peace”).” \nWhat is Ramadan? \nRamadan (pronounced rom-a-don) is the ninth month of the lunar calendar used by Muslims. This month is special because the Qur’an (the Islamic scripture) was first revealed in it. During Ramadan\, all healthy adult Muslims fast by abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset. They also strive to abstain from all evil speech and actions. It is recommended that each Muslim read the entire Qur’an during this month. \nWhen will the fast be broken? \nAt sunset\, the adhan (call to prayer) will be made. This call to prayer is always recited melodiously in Arabic. The adhan signals Muslims to break their fasts\, often done with the traditional three dates and water. Before sitting down to a meal\, Muslims stand together for the sunset prayer\, one of the five daily prayers Muslims must perform. \nThe Call to Prayer (translation) \n\nGod is Most Great\, God is Most Great\nGod is Most Great\, God is Most Great\nI bear witness that there is no god but (the One) God\nI bear witness that there is no god but (the One) God\nI bear witness that Muhammad is a Messenger of God\nI bear witness that Muhammad is a Messenger of God\nHasten to prayer\, Hasten to prayer\nHasten to success\, Hasten to success\nGod is Most Great\, God is most Great\nThere is no god but (the One) God\n\nThe Sunset Prayer \nAfter the call to prayer\, Muslims will hasten to the mats to line up for congregational prayer. They will form tight ranks\, symbolizing unity and equality within the Muslim community. Men and women form separate lines for the prayer to maintain modesty and concentration during the physical movements of standing\, bowing\, and prostration. Their separation does not indicate any relative superiority or inferiority. \nThe prayer begins as the Imam\, or prayer leader\, raises his hands with the words “Allahu Akbar (“God is the Most Great”).” From that moment\, worshippers are required to devote total concentration to the prayer as they follow the words and actions of the Imam. \nThe Imam first recites the opening chapter of the Qur’an (entitled al-fatiha) aloud\, then follows with more Qur’anic verses of his choosing. After the recitation\, worshippers bow and prostrate in unison\, silently glorifying God. \nWhen will the fast be broken? \nThe prayer ends as worshippers turn their faces to either side with the Arabic words “Peace be with you and the mercy of God.” Some of the congregation will then stand to leave\, while others will add their devotions. \nAl-Faitha (Translation) \nThe Qur’an’s opening chapter is akin to the “Lord’s Prayer.” \n\nIn the name of God\, the Compassionate\, the Merciful\nPraise be to God\, Lord of the Worlds\,\nThe Most Compassionate\, the Most Merciful\nRuler of the Day of Judgment\nOnly You do we worship\, Only You we ask for help\nShow us the straight path\nThe path of those whom You have favored\nNot that of those who earn Your anger nor those who go astray.\n\nThe Iftar \nAfter completing the sunset prayer\, Muslims join in a joyous and nutritious meal. Because Islam is a global religion\, many special Ramadan foods are enjoyed by different ethnic groups: soups\, salads\, rice dishes\, meats\, and sweets. \nDuring Ramadan\, Muslims begin their meals with “O God\, for you I fasted\, and in You I believe\, and with Your provision I broke my fast. After eating\, Muslims say “al-hamdu lillah (“Thanks be to God”).” \nThe Night Prayer \nThe final of the five daily prayers is said as night falls. Like the other four prayers\, it is preceded by the adhan and performed in congregation. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n \n \n\nInterfaith Iftar events during Ramadan are community gatherings where Muslims invite people of other faiths to share the sunset fast-breaking meal. These events foster understanding\, build trust\, and combat discrimination by bringing people together for dialogue\, prayer\, and food\, while emphasizing shared values such as hospitality and service.  \n\n\nKey Aspects of Interfaith Iftars (2026):\n\nPurpose: These gatherings aim to break down barriers\, reduce fear-driven narratives\, and create spaces where Muslims are centered and honored.\nSignificance: They foster community-building\, allowing participants to move past stereotypes by focusing on shared humanity.\nActivities: Events often include a communal\, often potluck-style\, breaking of the fast (usually with dates and water)\, followed by speakers discussing faith\, social justice\, or shared values.\nOrganizers: Events are frequently organized by interfaith councils\, mosques\, nonprofits\, and educational institutions (e.g.\,).\nExamples: Recent examples include Muslim-Jewish interfaith iftars focusing on shared rituals\, and community-based\, multi-faith gatherings to foster local peace.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/interreligion-iftar-ramadan/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interfaith & Community Outreach
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