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SUMMARY:Monthly Sisterhood Hike | Sisters in the Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 8 a.m. on Sunday\, Oct. 5\, for a hike at Mt. Diablo State Park to get to know other sisters in the community and enjoy the great outdoors. No children\, please (female teens\, okay). Let us know you are coming: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp \nIf sisters want to walk around more\, they can do it depending on their interest/time. The hike will be canceled if there are not enough RSVPs or depending on the weather. \n\n– When: Sunday\, Oct. 5\n– Time: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Please arrive a little early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 8:15 a.m. and will start the hike. Please be on time\, since we cannot hold the group.\n– Carpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool is available from MCC for this hike. Carpooling encouraged others on this hike. Please note that cell phone service is not available at the parking lot\, so we kindly request that you arrive on time.\n– Parking: There is a $6 parking fee this time. We will meet in the parking lot outside the gate. Please do not go inside the park even if the gate is open. We like to emphasize that there is no cell reception in the parking lot\, so please be there on time\, as we will not break the group to come back to get someone from the parking lot if they are running late.\n– Meeting Point: Macedo Ranch Staging Area\n– Trail:  Secret Valley Loop\n– Distance: 5.9 miles\n– Difficulty: Moderate\n– Misc: Wear hiking shoes if possible. There will be a small water crossing\, and your shoes might get wet. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water\, a hat\, and a light jacket. Please download All Trails map (free version) in case you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful in navigating back to the parking lot.\n– RSVP: By Saturday\, Oct. 4\, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp\n\nSr. Aparna Khan and Sr. Sohaila will be leading this hike. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike\, please call or text Sr. Aparna at (408) 480-6584 or Sr. Sohaila at (925) 786-7698. Please remember that we cannot hold all the group\, so we request you to please be on time. \nFor future hikes\, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and/or add your phone number to the Women’s Hiking WhatsUp group. \nPlease wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes\, carry a water bottle\, a small snack\, a hat\, sunglasses\, and hiking poles if you have one.  \nQuestions? hiking@mcceastbay.org \nAbout this trail: \nThis trail has numerous vistas of Mt. Diablo\, much of the East Bay\, and up into Napa Valley. Walking the ridge right after a storm with crystal clear air would make for fantastic views of the East Bay cities. A visit in the spring should be particularly beautiful when the flowers are in bloom. \nWatch for mountain bikers on the dirt road portions of this hike.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-sisters-hike-5/
LOCATION:Mt. Diablo State Park
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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SUMMARY:Sisters' Self-Defense/Boxing/Fitness/Awareness Seminar | Amber Leibrock
DESCRIPTION:Sisters! Join Us for a Sisters-Only Self-Defense / Boxing / Fitness / Awareness Seminar! \nBuild confidence\, discover new ways to move with strength and purpose\, and understand how proper safety goes beyond physical techniques. This two-hour self-defense\, boxing\, fitness\, and awareness seminar at MCC East Bay is designed for sisters\, whether it’s your first time trying something like this or you’re already on a fitness journey. You’ll leave feeling informed\, inspired\, and empowered with MCC Fighter Amber Leimbrock. \n2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Sunday\, Oct. 5 | Sisters only; ages 12+ only | Conference Room | $20/person | Register at mcceastbay.org/ready \nMax 32 attendees. \nWhat to Expect: \n\n– Self-Defense Basics: Learn practical techniques that make a real difference\, from protecting yourself in unexpected situations to understanding the power of awareness.\n– Boxing & Fitness: Explore movement and skills that build strength and resilience\, enhancing physical and mental well-being.\n– Safety & Awareness Tips: Real safety isn’t just physical—develop skills in awareness and confidence that extend beyond the gym.\n– Please wear comfortable clothes that are movable and can work out. We will be doing close partner-to-partner drills\, so make sure the clothing is secure so it doesn’t slip or fall during the workout sessions.\n\nBring your friends\, meet new ones\, and join a community of sisters focused on health\, growth\, and fun. Come as you are\, work at your own pace\, and leave feeling stronger\, more secure\, and ready to take on the world. \nNo experience is needed—just an open mind and a desire to learn and grow! \nPlease note that the class will start on time. You cannot join the class if you are more than 30 minutes late. Please be respectful of the instructor’s time. \nCancelation policy: If you cannot make it\, please let us know ASAP so we can give your spot to the next person on the waitlist. You will not be eligible for a refund if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice. \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attending any event or class held within the community center. To request a financial waiver\, message scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Presenter\nAmber Leibrock is a mixed martial artist who competes in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) Featherweight division. Born and raised in the East Bay\, she trains with M.J. Hamid\, an MCC congregation member and trainer. After her fight with Larissa Pacheco\, she went through a tough time. Br. Hamid introduced her to Islam. She took her Shahadah at MCC on July 21\, 2023. Since then\, she’s been attending Jumu’ah (Friday prayer services) regularly. Ahead of a fight\, ESPN did this profile on Sister Amber. Learn more\n\n“I just see it (Islam) spilling over to my everyday life. How I feel inside\, how I feel about myself\, how I feel and interact with other people.” – Amber Leibrock in an ESPN fighter profile \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/muslimah-self-defense/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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