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SUMMARY:New Muslims Brunch | Marhaba Team
DESCRIPTION:For Converts and Friends/Family: Join us over a brunch to keep the connections alive and to stay connected with people who bring beauty and Deen into our lives! Indulge in fluffy waffles and many other treats for everyone. \nSaturday\, Oct. 12 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.| Banquet Hall | In-person only | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brunch \n\n– How MCC supports new Muslims: https://mcceastbay.org/convert-care\n– Recordings of educational talks for reverts playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/after-shahada\n– Shahadah moments at the MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/shahada\n\nQuestions? marhaba@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/new-muslims-brunch/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:New Muslims
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SUMMARY:Women's Mawlid | Hooria Fahim Qadri
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Hooria Fahim Quadri for the ladies’ Milad Un Nabi celebration (program and naat recitation in Urdu). \nSaturday\, Oct. 12 | 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Women and girls only | Register at mcceastbay.org/womens-mawlid\n\nSchedule: \n\n5:30 pm – Arrival\n5:45 pm – Program begins\n6:00 pm – Intro to guests\n6:45 pm – Break for Maghrib\n7:00 pm – Program resumes\n7:30 pm – Program ends\n7:30 pm to 8:30 pm – Dinner\n8:30 pm –  Isha prayers\n\nHooria Fahim Qadri is a world-renowned Naat Khawan from Pakistan. Hooria began her career at a young age\, performing at her school’s annual function when she was only five. Her family has supported her passion\, and her sister is also involved in reciting Naats. Hooria has released over 15 albums and continues to work on new projects. Hooria has a significant following globally and has performed in various countries\, including the UK\, encouraging women to participate in Naat recitation. Her contributions to Naat recitation have made her a respected figure in the Islamic community\, with a strong fan base and numerous audio and video recordings available online. Find her https://www.youtube.com/@HooriaFahim
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-mawlid-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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SUMMARY:Purification of the Heart: A Call for Inner Healing | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, Starts May 1 | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Walnut Creek Islamic Center | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nJoin Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the popular text Purification of the Heart by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf\, where we will have an opportunity to go over the following: \n\n\n\n\nDelve into the heart’s role in personal governance\n\n\n\nExplore traditional Tazkiya practices for spiritual purification\n\n\n\nIdentify common spiritual diseases and learn specific remedies\n\n\n\nCultivate tranquility\, wisdom\, and patience\, mirroring Prophetic (saw) qualities\n\n\n\nDevelop emotional resilience\, enhance relationships\, and navigate challenges with wisdom aligning with the Sunnah\n\n\n\n\nWe will also cover Imam Al-Ghazali’s Ihya Ulum Al-Din (The Revival of the Religious Sciences)\, books 20-22. \n\n\n\nHosted at Walnut Creek Islamic Center. Streamed on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/healing \n\n\n\n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar– Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\nShahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker\, mentor\, and coach. Send him questions at ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. Learn more about him at The Success Company: https://www.successcompany.co/about-us \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_miz9RAhI8c&list=PL9uyRQTMUugnOmH0oww_n0yUo6hEjEMUL&index=1
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/purification-of-the-heart-a-call-for-inner-healing-sidi-shahryar-abbasi-2/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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SUMMARY:North American Bangladeshi Islamic Community (NABIC) Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Since 1990\, the North American Bangladeshi Islamic Community (NABIC) has worked to improve the living conditions of society’s most vulnerable and needy members through diverse projects in healthcare\, education\, and emergency relief. \nA response team is currently on the ground in Bangladesh\, assisting in flood relief efforts and raising funds for relief efforts. Visit their table this Friday to learn how you can support their efforts.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/north-american-bangladeshi-islamic-community-nabic-tables-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Charity & Community Service
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SUMMARY:Soul of My Soul Exhibit Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
DESCRIPTION:Soul of my Soul is a mobile exhibit that raises awareness about what is happening in Palestine\, allows our community to process their grief\, and gives our children an artistic outlet and voice. The artwork displayed is created by children in our community. Visit their table to learn more about their work and how you can support them. \nThis Friday\, after the youth Jumu’ah at 4 p.m.\,  they are offering a Palestinian Plate Art Craft session for youth ages 13 to 18. Register for it here.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/soul-of-my-soul-exhibit-tables-mcc-jumuahs-2/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241018T160000
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SUMMARY:Tri-Valley Haven Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Tri-Valley Haven is a vital community organization that serves adults and children who have experienced domestic violence\, sexual assault\, or homelessness in the Tri-Valley area. Visit their table this Friday to learn more about their services and how you can support them.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/tri-valley-haven-tables-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
DESCRIPTION:For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, Oct. 18\, 2024: \n\n\n\n\n*Heavy parking congestion. Please\, kindly avoid the first service 🙂 *\n\nUstadh Nakheel Dabbagh delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Quran Hodge delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4400 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Jihad Turk delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m. \n\n–  Hafiz Abdullah Ayyaz delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. @ MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible\, or attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service each week at Rosewood Commons\, 4400 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the second or fourth Jumuah to ease up parking congestion or (better yet) attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Hafiz Abdullah: http://mcceastbay.org/abdullah-ayyaz\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \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/jumuah-services-12/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:Palestinian Plate Art Craft | Soul of My Soul Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:For Boys & Girls Ages 13 to 18: After the youth Jumu’ah\, join the Soul of My Soul Exhibit in creating a hand-painted decorative plate in the traditional style of Al Khalil (Hebron)\, Palestine.  \nIn addition to creating a beautiful keepsake for yourself\, you will also learn about the personal experiences of Bay Area locals with the apartheid and occupation in the West Bank. Participants will have the unique opportunity to hear from a Palestinian teenager currently living in the West Bank to foster a better understanding of the situation. \n\nFriday\, Oct. 18 | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. | MCC Banquet Hall | $35/person | Ages 14-18 | Register at http://mcceastbay.org/art  \nThe event is capped at 20. Pizza is provided. \nCosponsored by Soul of My Soul Exhibit and MCC East Bay. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining spiritual or educational knowledge within the four walls of the Muslim Community Center. For a financial waiver for this event\, please email scholarship@mcceastbay.org.  \nEvent Schedule\n \n\n4:00 – 4:45 pm – Late lunch and introductions (teenage attendees will have a chance to discuss what they’ve witnessed this past year and its impact on them)\n4:45 – 5:15 pm – Start the craft by drawing out the plate art outline\n5:15 – 5:25 pm – Break for Asr\n5:25 – 6:15 pm – While attendees paint their plates\, they will watch a short documentary about the apartheid in the West Bank and gain some insight into what it means to be a teenager living in occupied Palestine.\n6:15 – 7:00 pm – Level Up for Palestine: How to take your advocacy to the next level (with a break for maghrib)\n\nEvent attendees will not leave this event feeling depressed about the situation in Gaza but instead feel empowered to work for their sisters and brothers in Palestine.  \nWe will facilitate discussions with our youth in a safe space\, allowing them to voice their concerns and discover their strengths regarding what they can offer to the movement. \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 screening later this month: https://mcceastbay.org/event/where-olive-trees-weep-screening
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/palestinian-plate-art-craft/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Program
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SUMMARY:Boycat: The Next Generation of Ethical Shopping | Adil Abbuthalha (Founder of Boycat)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fireside chat with the founder of Boycat.io\, who was fired from his day job for building this revolutionary platform.   \nDiscover how Boycat divested $80 million from apartheid in just seven months and is now building towards empowering ethical shoppers around the globe. We’ll discuss how Boycat was formed\, the viral growth\, the contribution to the movement\, and how you can be a part of this global change. \nFriday\, Oct. 18 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nAdil Abbuthalha is the driving force behind Boycat\, an innovative app designed to empower consumers to make ethical shopping choices\, particularly in support of the Palestinian cause. Adil founded Boycat and leads its development\, analytics\, marketing\, product management\, and business development\, demonstrating a profound commitment to technological innovation and social responsibility. \nAdil formerly led the data science team at LinkTree before being fired for building Boycat. His entrepreneurial journey began early\, launching a tutoring business at 15\, a clothing line at 16\, and a media company at 18\, where he successfully partnered with high-profile brands like Audi. At 19\, after finishing his degree\, he founded Stellato\, a product management company\, before joining Big Tech. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/boycat/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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SUMMARY:Monthly Men's Hike | Mount Diablo State Park
DESCRIPTION:For Brothers! Join a brotherhood that hikes through life’s ups and downs\, finding strength and community in the great outdoors. Our Monthly MCC Brothers Hike caters to various fitness levels and explores East Bay’s serene landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking to start\, we welcome you to share in this journey of fellowship and discovery.\n\nSaturday\, October 19 | 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Mount Diablo State Park | No children\, please (teenage boys\, okay) | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike \nIf brothers want to walk around more\, they can do it depending on their interest/time. The hike will be canceled with insufficient RSVPs\, depending on the weather. \n\n– When: Saturday\, October 19\, 2024\n– Time:  7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Please arrive early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 7:40 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 from MCC is available for this hike. Carpool encouraged others on this hike.\n– Parking: $6\n– Meeting Point: Mitchell Canyon Parking Lot\n– Trail: Mount Diablo State Park\n– Distance: Around 7.8 miles.\n– Difficulty: Hard.\n– Misc: Pack a snack and water for yourself. Wear hiking shoes if possible. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water\, a hat\, and a light jacket. Please download the All Trails map (free version) if you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful when navigating back to the parking lot.\n– RSVP: By Friday\, October 18\, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike\n\nMohammed Kadoura leads these monthly hikes for the brothers. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike\, please call or text Br. Mohammed at (617) 935-7347. Please remember that we cannot hold all of the group\, so we request you to please be on time. \nFor future hikes\, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and add your phone number to the Men’s Hiking WhatsApp group. \nPlease wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes\, carry a water bottle\, a small snack\, a hat\, sunglasses\, and hiking poles if you have any.  \nQuestions? hiking@mcceastbay.org  \nAbout this trail: \nHead out on this 7.8-mile loop trail near Clayton\, California. Generally considered a challenging route\, it takes an average of 4 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running\, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. 
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights at Work and School | CAIR-SFBA
DESCRIPTION:Given the rise in anti-Palestinian hate and Islamophobia we have seen across Bay Area schools\, CAIR-SFBA is providing a joint Know Your Rights (KYR)/Community Safety training for students and parents to discuss student rights\, bullying\, and free speech. \nJoin this workshop to learn practical strategies for handling identity-based harassment and discrimination\, followed by a Q&A session. \n11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Saturday\, October 19 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nThe CAIR speakers are Jeffrey Wang (Senior Civil Rights Attorney) and Riyad Sood (Paralegal). \nAll who attend leave with the reassurance that they have legal protections to speak up and support our brothers and sisters in Palestine. We also aim to ensure that we provide appropriate tools for folks to feel more confident and prepared to de-escalate potential situations of hate/harassment. \n– More CAIR-MCC co-sponsored talks: https://mcceastbay.org/cair \nAbout the speakers \nJeffrey Wang is the Senior Civil Rights Attorney for the San Francisco Bay Area office of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-SFBA). In this capacity\, he works with the rest of CAIR-SFBA’s civil rights team to identify\, strategize\, and use creative legal and grassroots advocacy solutions to address systematic issues facing the American Muslim community. \nJeffrey graduated from UC San Diego with a BA in History and minors in Political Science and Law & Society. He then earned his J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law. During law school\, Jeffrey interned at a nonprofit immigration law firm in Australia and a business immigration firm in the Bay Area. At SCU\, he was active in the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center’s immigrant rights and consumer protection programs.\n \nRiyad Sood is a paralegal for the San Francisco Bay Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-SFBA)\, where he assists attorneys with immigration and civil matters. His background is in healthcare and non-profit law. \nHe has negotiated hospital reimbursement fees with healthcare plans and reviewed hospital contracts with providers subject to ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act). While at the California Department of Justice Attorney General’s Office\, Riyad worked alongside attorneys in civil litigation\, audits\, and investigations\, ensuring California nonprofits conducted themselves according to state law. \nRiyad received his BSL from Irvine University College of Law and his degree in paralegal studies from Fremont College\, where he was class valedictorian. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/know-your-rights-workshop/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T201500
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SUMMARY:Prophetic ﷺ Guidance for Current Times | Sh. Mokhtar Maghraoui & Ust. Moutesem Atiya
DESCRIPTION:With the ongoing tribulations worldwide\, how do we keep the light of faith going?\n\nJoin Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui as he unveils Prophetic guidance and discusses how to use it to address contemporary issues.\n\nUstadh Moutesem Atiya will lead a spiritually uplifting Dhikr session following the talk.\n\nSaturday\, Oct. 19 | 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live | RSVP for only dinner required at mcceastbay.org/dinner; No RSVP needed to attend program alone\n\nDinner will be in the Banquet Hall from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Check-in will be in the lobby. \nCosponsored by Al Madina Institute and MCC East Bay. \nProgram Schedule \n\n5:45 p.m. – Dinner begins (Banquet Hall)\n6:32 p.m. – Maghrib congregational prayer (Prayer Hall)\n6:50 p.m. – Program begins (Conference Hall)\n8:15 p.m. – Isha congregational prayer (Prayer Hall)\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nShaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui\nShaykh Mokhtar is a renowned Islamic Scholar\, Spiritual Teacher\, and founder of Subha Seminary. Originally from Algeria\, he is thoroughly versed in the Islamic sciences and holds a doctorate in physics and engineering. His expertise includes the disciplines of Tazkiyah and Fiqh\, and he is best known for his enlightening retreats and seminars\, which empower Muslims on their spiritual quests. \n\nUstadh Moutasem Atiya\nMoutasem Atiya has devoted his life to Islamic activism\, organization\, and education. He has studied Islamic sacred knowledge with many of this century’s luminary scholars. He is the founder of Al-Madina Institute\, whose goal\, as he says\, is “to forge a truly global\, spiritual community and to bring individuals and families together to live the spiritual reality of Islam in a modern context.”\n \nAbout Al-Madina Institute\nAl Madinah is dedicated to fostering a world illuminated by love\, compassion\, and knowledge through educational programs that seek to enrich the hearts\, purify souls\, and challenge the intellects of Muslims around the globe. Our mission is to offer practical advice grounded in the timeless wisdom of the Qur’an and Sunnah to help individuals grow in faith and navigate the complexities of modern life. Join us as we pursue this faith\, intellect\, and spirituality journey. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/prophetic-guidance/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
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SUMMARY:Purification of the Heart: A Call for Inner Healing | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, Starts May 1 | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Walnut Creek Islamic Center | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nJoin Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the popular text Purification of the Heart by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf\, where we will have an opportunity to go over the following: \n\n\n\n\nDelve into the heart’s role in personal governance\n\n\n\nExplore traditional Tazkiya practices for spiritual purification\n\n\n\nIdentify common spiritual diseases and learn specific remedies\n\n\n\nCultivate tranquility\, wisdom\, and patience\, mirroring Prophetic (saw) qualities\n\n\n\nDevelop emotional resilience\, enhance relationships\, and navigate challenges with wisdom aligning with the Sunnah\n\n\n\n\nWe will also cover Imam Al-Ghazali’s Ihya Ulum Al-Din (The Revival of the Religious Sciences)\, books 20-22. \n\n\n\nHosted at Walnut Creek Islamic Center. Streamed on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/healing \n\n\n\n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar– Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\nShahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker\, mentor\, and coach. Send him questions at ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. Learn more about him at The Success Company: https://www.successcompany.co/about-us \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_miz9RAhI8c&list=PL9uyRQTMUugnOmH0oww_n0yUo6hEjEMUL&index=1
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/purification-of-the-heart-a-call-for-inner-healing-sidi-shahryar-abbasi-2/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20240924T192546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T192546Z
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SUMMARY:Family Violence Law Center (Alameda) Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1978\, the Family Violence Law Center (FVLC) helps diverse communities in Alameda County heal from domestic violence and sexual assault\, advocating for justice and healthy relationships.  They provide survivor-centered legal and crisis intervention services\, offer prevention education for youth and other community members\, and engage in policy work to create systemic change.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/family-violence-law-center-alameda-tables-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241024T233309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T001556Z
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SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
DESCRIPTION:For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, Oct. 25\, 2024: \n\n\n\n\n*Heavy parking congestion. Please\, kindly avoid the first MCC service 🙂 *\n\nUstadh Ibrahim Qureshi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Dr. Youssef Ismail delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4400 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Ibrahim Qureshi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m. \n\n–  Mufti Abdul Wahab delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible\, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service\, that is\, each week at the Rosewood Commons\, 4400 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the second or fourth Jumuah to ease up parking congestion or (better yet) attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Ustadh Ibrahim: https://mcceastbay.org/ibrahim\n– More Dr. Youssef: http://mcceastbay.org/youssef\n– More Shaykh Wahhab: https://mcceastbay.org/abdul-wahab\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \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/mcc-rosewood-jumuah-5/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241025T174059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T174059Z
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SUMMARY:Family Justice Center Contra Costa Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Contra Costa Family Justice Center is a nonprofit that serves families affected by domestic violence\, sexual assault\, child abuse\, elder abuse\, and human trafficking. Recently\, they have set up a center in Danville to serve South County clients. They are seeking to create a community that is there to support the healing process for those who are affected by any form of family violence. They also provide lawyers for family justice and elderly abuse prevention programs.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/family-justice-center-contra-costa-tables-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20240529T061822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T023230Z
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SUMMARY:A Tour of Tales: From the Dream to the Throne | Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed
DESCRIPTION:Join Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed as he presents an emotional analysis of the life of Prophet Yusuf (AS) as he drifts through chapters in his life marked with greed\, lies\, and betrayal. \nThe story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) is presented in the Qur’an as an exemplary model of endurance through difficulties\, acceptance of Divine decree\, and perseverance in the way of Allah (SWT). \nSurah Yusuf teaches us that the resolve of Dunya is pain\, and the essence of faith is the belief that our agony serves a purpose and that we will ultimately reap its benefits in the Akhira. \n*Friday\, Oct. 25 | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/yusuf | Free; join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \n*Updated date. \nThis workshop is sponsored by Miftaah Institute & MCC East Bay. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nWhat is the program schedule? \nHere is the proposed schedule for the evening: \n\n– 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Check-in & welcoming\n– 6:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. – Maghrib Salah\n– 6:45 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. – Qur’an Recitation\n– 6:50 p.m. to 7:55 p.m. – Mufti Abdul Wahhab Waheed | Session 1\n– 8 p.m. to 8:20 p.m. – Isha Salah\n– 8:25 p.m. to 9:50 p.m. – Mufti Abdul Wahhab Waheed | Session 2\n– 9:50 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Closing remarks\n\nDo you offer babysitting? \nNo. I am sorry\, but we do not have babysitting. \nAre there food options? \nYes\, we will have food boxes in the MCC lobby starting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday for attendees to grab dinner. To pre-purchase your Mirchi Cafe in Dublin dinner\, please do so at mcceastbay.org/yusuf \nAre there vendor opportunities? \nWe cannot accommodate vendors due to the number of expected attendees and the program’s format. \nIs there a live stream option? \nWe strongly encourage our community to attend in person. If you cannot make it in person\, please watch for free on MCC’s YouTube channel starting at 6 p.m. PST at mcceastbay.org/live \nWho is the retreat speaker? \nMufti Abdul Wahab Waheed was born and raised in Ann Arbor\, MI. He began Islamic studies at Jaamiah al-Uloom al-Islamiyyah in Canada\, where he became a Hafiz at 11. He started his 7-year Shariah program in Toronto\, Canada\, and went even further to pursue higher education in Hadith in Karachi\, Pakistan. Throughout his travels\, Mufti Abdul Wahab addresses communities across the United States on a wide range of Islamic topics and\, InshAllah\, continues to do so with the Tawfiq of Allah SWT. Mufti Abdul Wahab is a co-founder and director at Miftaah Institute and Michigan Islamic Institute. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/dream/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Lectures & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Miftaah Institute":MAILTO:admin@miftaah.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241016T000234Z
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SUMMARY:Private Event
DESCRIPTION:Banquet Hall only
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/private-event-kc-5/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Private Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241024T185248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T232226Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Sisters' Mawlid
DESCRIPTION:For Sisters: Join us monthly for sisters’ Mawlid for a gathering of remembrance and Dhikr.  \nConnect more with Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as we gather on the fourth Saturday of each month in remembrance and dhikr. \nEvery fourth Saturday | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | In-person only | Free; no RSVP required\n \nSisters and children welcome. No boys over the age of eight are allowed. \nDates for Monthly Family Mawlid at MCC East Bay \n\nSaturday\, November 23\, 2024 \nSaturday\, December 28\, 2024\nSaturday\, January 25\, 2025\nSaturday\, February 22\, 2025\nNo session in March ’25\nSaturday\, April 26\, 2025\nSaturday\, May 24\, 2025\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \nThe Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah. \nWe take this blessed opportunity monthly to remind ourselves of the three sacred rights that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ requires from us\, instilling in us a deep sense of respect and reverence. \n\n– Marifah – Recognizing who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ is\n– Muhabbah – Loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n– Ittiba’ – Obedience to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n\nThe second two (loving and obeying) are not entirely possible without truly recognizing the first – who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ was. This recognition enlightens us and deepens our knowledge of his teachings.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-sisters-mawlid/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241122T155849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T054337Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Sisters' Mawlid
DESCRIPTION:For Sisters: Join us monthly for sisters’ Mawlid for a gathering of remembrance and Dhikr.  \nConnect more with Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as we gather on the fourth Saturday of each month in remembrance and dhikr. \nEvery fourth Saturday | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Pre-K room or MCC Conference Room | In-person only | Free; no RSVP required\n \nSisters and children welcome. No boys over the age of eight are allowed. \nDates for Monthly Women’s Mawlid at MCC East Bay \n\n– Saturday\, November 23\, 2024 \n– Saturday\, December 28\, 2024\n– Saturday\, January 25\, 2025\n– Saturday\, February 22\, 2025\n– No session in Ramadan in March ’25\n– Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\n– Saturday\, May 24\, 2025\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nThe Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah. \nWe take this blessed opportunity monthly to remind ourselves of the three sacred rights that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ requires from us\, instilling in us a deep sense of respect and reverence. \n\n– Marifah – Recognizing who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ is\n– Muhabbah – Loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n– Ittiba’ – Obedience to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n\nThe second two (loving and obeying) are not entirely possible without genuinely recognizing the first – who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ was. This recognition enlightens us and deepens our knowledge of his teachings.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-sisters-mawlid-2/2024-10-26/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T122000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241017T025722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T045828Z
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SUMMARY:The Youth in the Cave | Shaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik
DESCRIPTION:The parable of the cave companions is a classic\, timeless example and proof that—indeed—if an ordinary person—young or old\, male or female— can get Allah on his or her side\, and if they patiently endure\, in His path\, the anger and antagonism of people by remaining steadfast and righteous\, Allah helps them in ways unimaginable and incredible\, ways that the limited human intellect cannot fathom. \nThis talk is for youth and parents of youth.  \n12:20 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (with a 30-minute Zuhr break at 1:30) | Saturday\, October 26 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nImam Hamzah Abdul-Malik will also give the sermon at Lighthouse Mosque in Oakland on Friday\, October 25\, and speak for a Friday night program at Lighthouse. See here. \n——————————————————————————————- \nThink\, “a group of youth hanging out together\,” and what comes to mind? \nIf you are in the age range of 10-25\, you’ll probably think they are having fun. And if you are older\, you’ll probably assume they are out and about cooking up some trouble just for the fun and thrill of it. Why would you believe such things when you hear about a youth group “chilling out” together? Probably because you have ‘been there\, done that’ when you were their age. \nFor all these brave ‘young’ people whom society tried to subjugate and punish for no crime except their staunch adherence to monotheism\, the Quran has recorded\, and thus corroborated\, their sacrifices and calamities faced in Allah’s path and therefore stamped with approval their resultant lofty moral character\, purity of soul\, and innocence from sin — till the end of mankind. \nWe have so much to learn from the teens – the companions of the cave. \nThe young men went against the social tide of their era by openly opposing the polytheism practiced by their nation and became displaced\, isolationist ‘vagabonds’ in the process). Indeed\, it is a great sign of Allah!  \nThe case of the cave companions is a classic\, timeless example and proof that—indeed—if an ordinary person—young or old\, male or female—can get Allah on his or her side\, and if they patiently endure in His path\, the anger and antagonism of people by remaining steadfast and righteous\, Allah helps them in ways unimaginable and incredible\, ways that the limited human intellect cannot fathom. \nAbout the Speaker: \nImam Hamzah Abdul-Malik is a graduate of Al-Azhar University in Egypt; he has studied and taught Islam for over 15 years. He memorized the Holy Qur’an and served as a teacher for Islamic schools and mosques in Georgia\, Ohio\, South Dakota\, Tennessee\, and the Middle East. He also obtained a Master’s in Islamic Studies and Leadership from Bayan Claremont. He co-founded Midtown Mosque in 2015 to revitalize blighted areas in Memphis\, Tennessee. In 2017\, he founded Miraaj Academy to teach Qur’an and leadership skills to Muslim American youth. He conveys knowledge and religious teaching through experiential learning\, focusing on internalizing concepts learned. He also recited the Quran at Muhammad Ali’s funeral in 2016. 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/companions-of-the-cave/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teen,Youth Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241017T235357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T075022Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T173000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241003T230032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T161024Z
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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:20241027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
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SUMMARY:Private Event
DESCRIPTION:Conference Room
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/private-event-pq/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20240919T190209Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly MCC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come out and discuss relevant issues with your MCC Board of Directors and receive quarterly updates on renovations\, programming\, financials\, and other community updates. These quarterly meetings allow you to review the vision of MCC and understand our short-term and long-term plans. \n7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Wednesday\, Oct. 30\, 2024 | MCC Conference Room | In-person only (no live stream option) \nQuestions? bod@mcceastbay.org \n– More Muslim Community Center East Bay campaigns and updates: https://mcceastbay.org/appeals\n– Support MCC East Bay: https://mcceastbay.org/operations\n– Support MCC charity outreach: https://mcceastbay.org/zakat-fund \n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/mcc-board-of-directors-townhall/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20240627T010748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T010748Z
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SUMMARY:Purification of the Heart: A Call for Inner Healing | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, Starts May 1 | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Walnut Creek Islamic Center | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nJoin Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the popular text Purification of the Heart by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf\, where we will have an opportunity to go over the following: \n\n\n\n\nDelve into the heart’s role in personal governance\n\n\n\nExplore traditional Tazkiya practices for spiritual purification\n\n\n\nIdentify common spiritual diseases and learn specific remedies\n\n\n\nCultivate tranquility\, wisdom\, and patience\, mirroring Prophetic (saw) qualities\n\n\n\nDevelop emotional resilience\, enhance relationships\, and navigate challenges with wisdom aligning with the Sunnah\n\n\n\n\nWe will also cover Imam Al-Ghazali’s Ihya Ulum Al-Din (The Revival of the Religious Sciences)\, books 20-22. \n\n\n\nHosted at Walnut Creek Islamic Center. Streamed on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/healing \n\n\n\n– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar– Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\nShahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker\, mentor\, and coach. Send him questions at ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. Learn more about him at The Success Company: https://www.successcompany.co/about-us \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_miz9RAhI8c&list=PL9uyRQTMUugnOmH0oww_n0yUo6hEjEMUL&index=1
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/purification-of-the-heart-a-call-for-inner-healing-sidi-shahryar-abbasi-2/2024-10-30/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241008T212134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T201004Z
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SUMMARY:Eighth-Annual Family Fun Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:For ages 0 to 17\, join us for the Eighth-Annual MCC Family Fall Festival. This popular annual event will be positively capped at 400 children. \nThis year\, we will have halal food trucks\, a live Dabke performance\, an immersive bubble experience\, goodie bags\, and more! We will also have activities such as face painting\, archery\, potato sack races\, and ILM Quest Islamic Trivia. \nTeen volunteers ages 15+ are needed; sign up through this form. Dinner from the food trucks is provided for volunteers. \nRSVP at mcceastbay.org/fall-fest\nSpecial need families\, RSVP (for free) at mcceastbay.org/muhsen-fall \n5 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Isha) Ages 2 – 17 $8.00 per child pre-registration $11.00 per child at the door \nPre-registration is required for goodies bags. One goodie bag for each registered child. \nEntrance for parents and children under 2 is free. \nParents: Please do not bring children in costume. Please watch this sermon to see why MCC has made this annual investment to put on annually this popular event that is attended by hundreds of children on the eve of October 31st: https://mcceastbay.org/halloween-sermon \nCommunity vendors: This event is for children. The organizers have decided not to host community vendors so we can entirely focus on the kids attending this annual event. \nSchedule (see facility map at https://mcceastbay.org/facilty-map): \n\n– 5 p.m. – Registration begins in front of the Mens’ Entrance\n\n\nPotato Sack Races (Conference Room) \n\n\nFace painting\, Archery\, Ring Toss\, Coloring (Banquet Hall & Main Hallway) \n\n\nIlm Quest (designated Sunday School classrooms – through Banquet Hall entrance) \n\n\nTiny Tots room: parachute play\, freeze dance (designated Sunday School classroom (Mommy and Me Room)– through Banquet Hall Entrance) \n\n\n\n\n– 6:13 p.m – Maghrib Prayer (Prayer Hall) \n\n– 6:30 p.m. – Bubble show (Prayer Hall)\n– 7:00 p.m. – Soul of my Soul Exhibit Presentation and Live Dabke Performance (Prayer Hall)\n\n– 8 p.m.– Isha Prayer (Prayer Hall) \n\n\nOur special needs family guests receive free food vouchers for every member of the family attending\, fast passes for all activities\, goody bags at registration time\, special seating during the interactive shows\, and quiet space\, if necessary. Questions? Please email us at help@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC the facility. To request a financial waiver or discount\, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship \nQuestions? Email: events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/eighth-annual-fall-fest/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241031T142232Z
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SUMMARY:Averroes High School Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Junior Civitans Club at Averroes High School seeks to empower young people to make a positive impact in their communities through service\, leadership\, and compassion. \nThis holiday season\, they are giving back to the community through a virtual food drive. Every dollar donated will help provide nutritious meals for those in need. \nVisit their table this Friday to support their cause.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/averroes-high-school-tables-mcc-jumuahs-2/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241022T142812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T142812Z
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SUMMARY:Rahma Community Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Rahma Community Center is fundraising on Nov. 9 at Newark Pavilion to raise funds for establishing a Muslim community in Oakley. This project will benefit the rapidly growing needs of the Bay Area Muslim community with a proposed senior housing\, a Muslim senior center\, a full-time Islamic school\, a Muslim community center\, a sports facility\, and more. Visit their table this Friday to learn more.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/rahma-community-tables-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T182750
CREATED:20241023T165544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T165544Z
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SUMMARY:Afghan Premier FC Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Afghan Premier FC is tabling this Friday to raise funds for their Annual Winter Fundraiser for Afghanistan! The funds will provide essential aid to 21 families in a remote village in Afghanistan.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/afghan-premier-fc-tables-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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