MCC East Bay

Men on a Mission: Qur’an, Fitness, and the Seerah Way Summer Camp | Br. Haseeb Sadat
2026-07-06 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-07 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-08 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Boys Ages 13–18: Br. Haseeb Sadat returns with a four-week summer camp to strengthen young Muslim men’s faith, character, and strength (Futuwwa or the art of manliness).
This year, the focus is on building strength through the Seerah, the Qur’an, and physical training. Br. Haseeb will dive deep into the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, highlighting teenage-relevant lessons:

Standing up courageously for the truth
Controlling desires in a world full of temptations
Facing hardships with patience, resilience, and reliance on Allah
Leading by character, not just by words

Ustadh Fardin will guide students through reciting select Qur’anic ayat that speak to the teenage experience, while helping them improve their tajweed and strengthen their connection with the Qur’an.
Through meaningful discussions, Qur’anic reflection, and physical fitness activities, participants will strengthen their Islamic identity, develop self-discipline, and gain practical tools to live as proud and capable young Muslim men, insha’Allah.
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Details:
🗓 Monday–Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
📅 June 15 -July 9
📍 Conference Room, MCC East Bay
💵 $200/week
🔗 Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-camp
Please register separately for each week you wish to attend.
Schedule:

10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Qur’an
10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. – Interactive Tafseer
11:20 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Break
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. – Physical Fitness, Wrestling, and Boxing
12:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. – Seerah
1:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Wudu and Dhur Salah

Materials:

All Academic Reading Material and Handouts will be provided

Notebook, pencils, highlighters

Boxing gloves are highly recommended

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Boys’ Summer Camp Activity Overview
The camp aims to nurture strong, faithful, and confident young Muslim men by engaging their hearts, minds, and bodies. Below is what students can expect from their camp experience:
🕋 Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
With Br. Haseeb, students will explore powerful, teenage-relevant lessons from the life of the Prophet ﷺ, including:

Courage and standing up for truth, even when alone

Restraint and purity in the face of temptation
Embracing hardship and sacrifice with patience and reliance on Allah

Building brotherhood, humility, and leadership through the Prophet’s example

Through storytelling, discussion, and reflection, boys will learn how to live the Seerah in today’s world.
🥊 Sports & Fitness
Led by Br. Haseeb, boys will get moving every day through:

Hands-on wrestling and boxing fundamentals

Calisthenics and bodyweight training

Team sports like basketball and handball foster discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship

Practical tips on nutrition, recovery, and self-care

💬 Teen Talks: Real Issues, Real Guidance
We create a safe and respectful space for open dialogue around real-world teenage challenges. Sessions will address:

Courage and integrity in the face of peer pressure

Controlling desires in a hyper-sexualized world

Opposite-gender boundaries, social media, music, and digital content

Mental strength, emotional resilience, and the Islamic approach to hardship

These conversations are guided with care, empathy, and an emphasis on prophetic character.
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This camp is more than just a summer program—it is an invitation to grow as young Muslim men who carry their deen with strength, sincerity, and purpose.
About Ustadh Haseeb:
Sidi Haseeb Sadat, a highly experienced professional committed to Muslim youth development, will co-host the camp. Haseeb has a rich educational background, having previously served as a vice principal of Granada Islamic School and a teacher at Northstar School. Furthermore, Haseeb brings his athletic expertise as a former Division I Wrestler at UC Davis. With his extensive experience working with Muslim youth, Haseeb is well-equipped to foster a nurturing, educational environment for camp participants.
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MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any community center activity.
To request a financial waiver, please complete our financial waiver request: http://mcceastbay.org/scholarship
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person & virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira
2026-07-06 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-20 11:00 - 12:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club, where we have active discussions, take away lessons for our daily lives, and, inshaAllah, fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. This year, we are reading Hayatus Sahabah: The Lives of the Sahabah by Shaykh Muhammad Yusuf Kandhelwi.

Every Monday, in-person & virtual | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Room 9 | Women only | RSVP for the live registration link at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub | RSVP is needed to join us virtually

Event Details:

The in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’27.

Please register online to receive the link to the WhatsApp thread where all communication and updates will be made.

Book Purchase:

If you wish to follow along with the book, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here:

https://a.co/d/0hoPIA1H

For those local to the Bay Area:

Rumi Bookstore

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

About the Book
Hayatus Sahabah (Lives of the Companions) is a comprehensive, multi-volume masterpiece written by Shaykh Muhammad Yusuf Kandhlawi (r.a.) that meticulously documents the lives, struggles, and virtues of the Sahabah (companions of Prophet Muhammad). It is highly regarded as an authentic collection (over 2000+ pages), often available in a 3-volume English or Arabic set, showcasing their devotion, Da’wah efforts, and training.

Science Exhibit 101 Summer Camp 2 | Ekrima Asmar
2026-07-07 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-08 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-09 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-13 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-14 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-20 09:00 - 15:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Teens (Boys & Girls, 12-18): Join us for the second-round of our four-week summer camp led by physicist and exhibit developer Ekrima Asmar.
The teens will explore how to turn their ideas into interactive science exhibits through hands-on learning. They’ll build skills in electronics, Arduino, prototyping, and design thinking.
The camp will conclude with a public exhibition, where students will present their projects to their families and the community.
Monday thru Thursday, July 6th – 30th | 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. | Boys & Girls Ages 10-16 | For full session $1000 per student/ Siblings $900 per student.| Register at mcceastbay.org/science-camp2
Capped at 22 students.
MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from accessing the knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC’s facility. To request a financial waiver or discount, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship
About the Instructor:
Ekrima Asmar is a physicist and exhibit Technician at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, specializing in hands-on science education and interactive design.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

The Prophetic Blueprint: Guidance for Modern Living | Sidi Mohammad Alboni
2026-07-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-15 19:00 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join Mohammad Alboni for a transformative Sīrah series that explores the Prophet’s ﷺ life as a practical blueprint for modern living. Moving beyond a purely historical approach, this series connects timeless Prophetic guidance to the real challenges we face today—socially, spiritually, and personally.
Through engaging reflections and discussion, participants will deepen their knowledge and love of the Prophet ﷺ, while cultivating the habit of sending frequent salutations (salawat) upon him. Each session is designed to inspire meaningful change, offering practical ways to embody Prophetic character and resilience in everyday life.
Whether you are new to studying the Sīrah or looking to reconnect with it on a deeper level, this series provides a space to strengthen your spiritual connection and walk away with actionable insights rooted in the example of the Best of Creation ﷺ.
Wednesday’s starting April 29th – August 26th | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Please join us in-person and or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
About the Speaker: Mohammad Alboni
Mohammad Al Boni was born in Damascus, Syria. At an early age, he attended halaqas on Quranic recitation, Tajweed, Hadith, and Aqida under prominent Syrian scholars, including Dr. Mohammed Rateb al-Nabulsi and Shaykh Bassam Ajek of the Abu Nour Islamic Institute. After completing his undergraduate studies in engineering, Mohammad moved to the United States to pursue a graduate degree. He has continued his Islamic studies abroad—focusing on the blessed Seerah, Hadith collections, and Hadith terminology—and has earned certificates under scholars such as Sheik Ghazwan Shurbaji and Sayydi Sheik Samer Alnass, and is currently studying Hanafi Fiqh with Ustadh Tarif Arabi.

Purification of the Heart – Men’s Book Club
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-16 18:30 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join us for a weekly book club and discussion group as we collectively strive to purify our hearts and grow closer to Allah through understanding and treating the spiritual diseases that afflict us all. We will read and reflect on Hamza Yusuf’s translation and commentary of Imam Mawlud’s classical work, Purification of the Heart: Signs, Symptoms, and Cures of the Spiritual Diseases of the Heart.
Each session will cover one chapter, including group discussions and reflections on heart diseases and their treatments.
While we encourage consistent attendance for shared reflection and continuity, each session is self-contained, and participants are welcome to drop in even if they cannot commit to attending every week. Sidi Mohammed Kaddoura facilitates this group.
Starts October 16 | Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Conference Room | In-person only
Class Schedule: Tracking Chapters: Purification of the Heart– Men’s Book Club
Disclaimer: This book club is intended to stimulate thought and reflection, not to teach deen. It is not a fiqh or aqidah class.
Discussion Group Guidelines

Everyone has something to say; everyone has something to learn.

Shy participants are encouraged to contribute.
Talkative participants are encouraged to listen more.

Confidentiality is essential.

Do not share other participants’ reflections outside the group. It’s okay to say, “someone in my book club made me think about…” but not “so-and-so said…”

Give 70 excuses.

Assume good intentions. If disagreements arise, remember our shared goal is growth. We leave differences in the room and continue with brotherhood outside of it.

Maintain emotional awareness.

The topics we discuss may evoke strong emotions. All participants are expected to remain calm, respectful, and emotionally intelligent. Please avoid getting carried away in conversation. Proper etiquette is required at all times.

Book Purchase
Please purchase the book in advance if you want to follow along. Available at:

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Purification-Heart-Symptoms-Spiritual-Diseases/dp/1929694156
Zaytuna Bookstore: https://bookstore.zaytuna.edu/products/purificationoftheheart

About the Book
This exploration of Islamic spirituality delves into the psychological diseases and cures of the heart. The causes and practical cures of these diseases are discussed, offering a penetrating glimpse into how Islam deals with spiritual and psychological problems and demonstrating how all people can benefit from these teachings.

Author: Imam Mawlud (translated and with extensive commentary by Hamza Yusuf)
About the Translator
Hamza Yusuf is an American Islamic scholar and co-founder of Zaytuna College, the first accredited Muslim liberal arts college in the United States. He is one of the most influential Islamic educators in the Western world, known for his ability to bridge traditional Islamic scholarship with contemporary issues.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

October – 16
Welcome & Book Overview

October – 23
Introduction to Purification

October – 30
Miserliness

November – 06
No Meeting

November – 13
Wantoness

November – 20
Hatred

November – 27
No Meeting – Thanksgiving

December – 04
Iniquity

December – 11
Love of the World

December – 18
Envy

December – 25
No Meeting – Christmas

January – 01
No Meeting – New Year’s Day

January – 08
Blameworthy Modesty

January – 15
Fantasizing

January – 22
Fear of Poverty

January – 29
Ostentation

February – 05
Relying on Other than God

February – 12
Displeasure with Divine Decree

February – 19
No Meeting – Ramadan

February – 26
No Meeting – Ramadan

March – 05
No Meeting – Ramadan

March – 12
No Meeting – Ramadan

March – 19
No Meeting – Ramadan

Basketball Camp | Siddique Abdullah
2026-07-13 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-15 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-16 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-20 10:00 - 13:30 | CA
For Girls and Boys Ages 13-18: Join Brother Siddique Abdullah as he leads a basketball summer camp designed to strengthen young Muslim men’s faith, character, and athletic ability.
This year, the focus is on building strength on and off the court through basketball training, Islamic reminders, and personal development.
Through skill-building drills, team play, meaningful discussions, and faith-centered reflection, participants will elevate their game, strengthen their Islamic identity, and develop discipline, leadership, and confidence, on the court and in their daily lives, insha’Allah.
Monday thru Thursday, July 13 – 30 | 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. | Basketball Court and PCPH Area | $200/per week | Register at mcceastbay.org/basketball

MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from accessing the knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC’s facility. To request a financial waiver or discount, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship

About Siddique Abdullah:
Mr. Siddique Abdullah began his higher education at the University of Maryland at College Park. He studied Arabic in Cairo, Egypt, and completed an Imam Training Program in Damascus, Syria. He later earned a B.S. in Islamic Studies and Ijaza at Zaytuna Seminary and a Master’s in Islamic Studies at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA, in 2020. This year, he will be teaching Arabic and Islamic Studies full-time at Averroes High School. Siddique has extensive teaching experience, starting in 1988 at Al-Huda School in Maryland. He also served as a Vice Principal and Director of Arabic and Islamic Studies Programs at North Star in Hayward, CA, for ten years. Siddique is passionate about education as it helps him grow and positively impact youth. He is a father of six, grandfather of four, and has been married to his wife, Aminah, for twenty-nine years. A former jazz musician and collegiate athlete.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Anatomy and Physiology 101 Teen Summer Camp | Dr. Ehthesham Ali
2026-07-13 18:45 - 20:00 | CA
Join us for a week-long summer camp led by Dr. Ehthesham Ali, a local physician in the East Bay. The camp will focus on anatomy and physiology for teens interested in healthcare careers.

We will focus on a different organ system(s) each day. Dr. Ali will also discuss medicine as a career and hold a Q&A panel with several local physicians.

The camp will conclude with an animal dissection activity.

July 13-17 | 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Boys & Girls Ages 12-16 | $20/person (cost of materials) | Register at http://mcceastbay.org/anatomy Capped at 40 students. Due to popular demand, this camp is only for new students. Please do not join if you have joined this camp in previous years.

MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC’s facility. To request a financial waiver or discount, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarshipAbout the Instructor:

Dr. Ehthesham Ali is a local physician practicing in Contra Costa & Alameda counties. He specializes in Anesthesiology and Pain Management.Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Attorneys @ Jumu'ah: Free Legal Clinic
2026-07-17 13:30 - 15:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
During the third and fourth Jumu’ah services at MCC, Legal Attorney Erum Choudhry will be providing a free fifteen-minute consultation in the following areas:

Islamic Estate Planning
Immigration: Family-based, employment-based, Citizenship
Bankruptcy: Chapters 7 and 13

Appointments are required to receive a free consultation. No walk-ins will be allowed. Please sign up at mcceastbay.org/legal-clinic
Third Fridays of Each Month | 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | MCC Room 16 | Appointment required (no walk-ins); RSVP at mcceastbay.org/legal-clinic
MCC will hold legal clinics on the following days:

2026:

Jan. 16, 2026
April 17, 2026
May 15, 2026
June 19, 2026
July 17, 2026
Aug. 21, 2026
Sep. 18, 2026
Oct. 16, 2026
Nov. 20, 2026
Dec. 18, 2026

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Erum Choudhry has more than ten years of legal experience. She graduated from Cornell Law School in 2002. She served as a senior attorney/associate with boutique law firms in Silicon Valley and well-established law firms in Northern California. She counsels clients from individuals, families, and startups to Fortune 500 companies, major hospitals, and multinational corporations.
She is committed to helping each client with a personalized solution. She is well equipped with the tools like experience, staff, empathy, and compassion to help communities grapple with boom-bust challenges, whether immigration, bankruptcy, or estate planning matters. She picked these areas of practice because these areas of law allow her to understand her clients, serve the community, and help them enjoy a stress-free life.
She enjoys interacting with her clients and audience. She is a frequent speaker at local community and youth events. She provides pro bono services to underprivileged community members and works with local nonprofit organizations to help immigrants.

Monthly Mawlid Al Habib | Celebratory Gathering of Salutations on Our Beloved Prophet ﷺ
2026-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Connect more with Muhammad (peace be upon him) as we gather on the third Saturday of each month in remembrance and dhikr with Bay Area Munshideens and guest speakers.
During each gathering, Ustadh Mohammad Alboni will go over the Seerah of the Prophet.
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Maghrib to Isha) | Saturdays | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live
Dates for Monthly Family Mawlid at MCC East Bay in 2026

Saturday, January 17, 2026
Saturday, February 14, 2026
No session during Ramadan in March ’26
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Saturday, December 19, 2026

– Watch past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid
– More Sidi Tareq: https://mcceastbay.org/tariq
– More sessions about the book using the monthly Mawlids, “The Kingdom of the Heart”: http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom
– Purchase “The Kingdom of the Heart” by Habib Umar bin Hafiz: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Heart-Habib-Umar-Hafiz/dp/173537671X

Sponsored by Circles of Light & MCC East Bay.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
The Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah.
We 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.

– Marifah – Recognizing who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ is
– Muhabbah – Loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ
– Ittiba’ – Obedience to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ

The 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.

– Past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid

About Ustadh Mohammed Alboni:
Mohammad Al Boni was born in Damascus, Syria. At an early age, he attended halaqas on Quranic recitation, Tajweed, Hadith, and Aqida under prominent Syrian scholars, including Dr. Mohammed Rateb al-Nabulsi and Shaykh Bassam Ajek of the Abu Nour Islamic Institute. After completing his undergraduate studies in engineering, Mohammad moved to the United States to pursue a graduate degree. He has continued his Islamic studies abroad—focusing on the blessed Seerah, Hadith collections, and Hadith terminology—and has earned certificates under scholars such as Sheik Ghazwan Shurbaji and Sayydi Sheik Samer Alnass, and is currently studying Hanafi Fiqh with Ustadh Tarif Arabi.
About Circles of Light
Circles of Light is a fledgling educational initiative focused on sharing sacred learnings and wisdom for the benefit of the community, meant to assist in maximizing Dunya (this life) for our Deen (Faith). He gives wisdom to whomever He wills. Whoever is given wisdom has been given much good. But none pays heed except those with insight. (Quran). We are motivated by the words of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him); the most beloved people to Allah are those most beneficial to the people. (Hadith). We seek to achieve this aim through our in-person educational programs and publications.
Almighty Allah ﷻ directs us in Sūratul Aḥzāb, “Verily, Allah and His Angels send blessings on the Messenger of Allah. You who believe invoke blessings on him and salute him with a worthy salutation.” Our purpose of invoking blessings upon the Beloved ﷺ leads to proximity to Almighty Allah ﷻ by obeying this command while simultaneously fulfilling our rights upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. It is crystal clear how vital the invocation of Ṣalawāt is for the believer, and it is a Mercy of Almighty Allah ﷻ for its rewards to be multitudinous. Abundant Ṣalawāt upon the Beloved ﷺ leads to loving him and knowing his beautiful qualities. By that virtue, degrees of purity are realized. From the signs of the people of the Sunnah is sending Ṣalawāt upon him, for the key to all goodness is Ṣalawāt upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

– More Tri-Valley and East Bay Mawlid celebrations: https://mcceastbay.org/mawlid
– More about celebrating the Prophet (peace be upon him)’s day of birth: https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/innovation-bida-and-celebrating-the-prophets-birthday-mawlid

Monthly Book Reading: The Kingdom of the Hearts | Ustadh Tariq Samady
2026-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
After the Monthly Mawlid, join Ustadh Tariq Samady to cover a chapter from the text The Kingdom of the Heart by Habib Umar b. Hafiz.
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Maghrib to Isha) | Saturdays | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live
Dates for Monthly Family Mawlid at MCC East Bay in 2026

Saturday, January 17, 2026
No session during Ramadan in February ’26
No session during Ramadan in March ’26
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Saturday, December 19, 2026

– Watch past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid
– More Sidi Tareq: https://mcceastbay.org/tariq
– More sessions about the book using the monthly Mawlids, “The Kingdom of the Heart”: http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom
– Purchase “The Kingdom of the Heart” by Habib Umar bin Hafiz: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Heart-Habib-Umar-Hafiz/dp/173537671X

Sponsored by Circles of Light & MCC East Bay.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

The Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah.
We 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.

– Marifah – Recognizing who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ is
– Muhabbah – Loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ
– Ittiba’ – Obedience to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ

The 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.

– Past mawlid celebrations at MCC: http://mcceastbay.org/mawlid

About the Book, “The Kingdom of the Heart”
“Within every human being is a Kingdom. The heart is the ruler of this Kingdom, and the rest of the body is its subjects. If the heart rules with justice and excellence, the body will perform good actions, and the Kingdom will flourish. If the heart neglects its duties, the body will disobey Allah, and the entire Kingdom will suffer the consequences. Allah ﷻ made this Kingdom so crucial that through it the eternal and everlasting dominion of the next life is either gained or lost.” The Kingdom of the Heart by Habib ‘Umar Bin Hafiz gives the reader a deeper understanding of the importance of cultivating the spiritual kingdom of the heart. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation of how outward actions have spiritual consequences. Some of the topics covered are: •⁠ ⁠The Tongue & Its Effects •⁠ ⁠Looking at Creation with Love & Mercy •⁠ ⁠The Impact of Shaking Hands •⁠ ⁠Attending to the Ending of Our Lives •⁠ ⁠The Impact of Intention This book uniquely shows the direct correlation between outward actions and the heart, giving us insights into how various actions impact the state of our hearts. Ultimately, it gives us a way to internalize the wisdom and purpose of acts of devotion, resulting in the purification of the heart and nearness to Allah ﷻ.
About the Author
Habib Umar bin Hafiz (Arabic: حبيب عمر بن حفيظ, romanized: Ḥabīb ʿUmar bin Ḥafīẓ; Arabic pronunciation: [ħabiːb ʕumar bin ħafiːðˤ]; born 27 May 1963) is a Yemeni Sunni and Sufi Islamic scholar, teacher, and founder and dean of Dar al-Mustafa Islamic seminary.[3] He is also a Supreme Advisory Council member for the Tabah Foundation in Abu Dhabi.
Ustadh Tariq Samady
Ustadh Tariq Samady is a native of the Bay Area with roots in the ancient city of Kabul. He has been a lifelong seeker of Islamic knowledge, learning from a wide range of Muslim scholars, both local and international. With the blessings of his teachers, he has contributed to various educational programs and gatherings of dhikr.
His research and editing interests span Qur’an and Hadith commentaries, Philology, Spirituality, and Persian Poetry. Tariq is the founder of Circles of Light (حلق النور), a fledgling educational initiative focused on sharing sacred learnings and wisdom for the community’s benefit. He studied Computer Science at California State University—East Bay and has over ten years of experience as a Developer and Analytics QA Engineer.
About Circles of Light
Circles of Light is a fledgling educational initiative focused on sharing sacred learnings and wisdom for the benefit of the community, meant to assist in maximizing Dunya (this life) for our Deen (Faith). He gives wisdom to whomever He wills. Whoever is given wisdom has been given much good. But none pays heed except those with insight. (Quran). We are motivated by the words of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him); the most beloved people to Allah are those most beneficial to the people. (Hadith). We seek to achieve this aim through our in-person educational programs and publications.
Almighty Allah ﷻ directs us in Sūratul Aḥzāb, “Verily, Allah and His Angels send blessings on the Messenger of Allah. You who believe invoke blessings on him and salute him with a worthy salutation.” Our purpose of invoking blessings upon the Beloved ﷺ leads to proximity to Almighty Allah ﷻ by obeying this command while simultaneously fulfilling our rights upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. It is crystal clear how vital the invocation of Ṣalawāt is for the believer, and it is a Mercy of Almighty Allah ﷻ for its rewards to be multitudinous. Abundant Ṣalawāt upon the Beloved ﷺ leads to loving him and knowing his beautiful qualities. By that virtue, degrees of purity are realized. From the signs of the people of the Sunnah is sending Ṣalawāt upon him, for the key to all goodness is Ṣalawāt upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

– More Sidi Tariq Samady: http://mcceastbay.org/tariq
– More Tri-Valley and East Bay Mawlid celebrations: https://mcceastbay.org/mawlid
– More about celebrating the Prophet (peace be upon him)’s day of birth: https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/innovation-bida-and-celebrating-the-prophets-birthday-mawlid
– More sessions about “The Kingdom of the Heart”: http://mcceastbay.org/kingdom

Miftaah Conference
2026-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | CA
details coming soon

Bike Repair Clinic | BikeMobile
2026-07-19 13:00 - 16:00 | CA
We want to see more families riding their bikes to their schools, jobs, and neighborhoods! That’s why we’ve invited BikeMobile to provide free tune-ups & repairs for parents and children.

1 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Saturday, July 19th | MCC Banquet Hall | First come, first served | No RSVP needed

This event is co-sponsored by MCC, BikeMobile Team, and the Alameda County Safe Routes to Schools Program. The Alameda County Safe Routes to Schools Program is a program of the Alameda County Transportation Commission and is funded with Alameda County’s local sales tax Measure B and regional, state, and federal funds.

The BikeMobile can fix flat tires, adjust brakes and gears, and even replace broken or worn-out parts like chains, seats, and tires. The only thing it can’t do is replace missing wheels or gears. While the mechanics work on your bike, they’ll explain how to keep it running smoothly.Bike or no bike, everyone is welcome to attend to learn about maintenance, safety, and more! We want you to know and love your two-wheel friend.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

We want to see more students riding their bikes to school in 2026! That’s why MCC has invited the BikeMobile to provide free tune-Ups and repairs for everyone here!

Is your bike making one of those mystery sounds? Is it in your garage collecting dust because it has a flat tire – or worse, no tire at all? If so, bring it to on down.

The BikeMobile team will be providing free tune-ups and repairs. The BikeMobile can fix flat tires, adjust brakes and gears, and even replace broken or worn-out parts like chains, seats, and tires.The only thing it can’t do is replace missing wheels or gears.While the mechanics work on your bike, they’ll explain how your bike works and how to keep it running smoothly. Bike or no bike, everyone is welcome to attend! This is a first come, first serve event. We look forward to seeing you there!

¡Queremos ver más estudiantes y padres de familia, y maestros montando sus bicicletas a la escuela! Sabemos que las bicicletas necesitan mucho mantenimiento y es por eso que hemos invitado al nuevo “BikeMobile – Safe Routes to Schools” para ofrecer ajustes de bicicletas gratis para todos.

Mientras que nuestro mecánico trabaja en tu bicicleta, le explicará cómo funciona tu bicicleta y cómo mantenerla funcionando sin problemas. Además de ajustarle la bicicleta, su hija/o puede adornarle con cinta de color al marco en la estación de decoración.

¡Con bicicleta o sin bicicleta, todos estan bienvenidos para asistir y aprender acerca del mantenimiento, seguridad y más! Este evento es de cupo limitado. Solo podemos garantizar reparar las primeras 20 bicis que se registren. Favor de llegar temprano. Los primeros queue lleguen serán atendidos.
