BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MCC East Bay - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:MCC East Bay X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mcceastbay.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MCC East Bay REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251211T192213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T041746Z UID:10024500-1769194800-1769202000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout DESCRIPTION:For Elementary & Middle School Boys (Grades 3-8): Join Coach Amir Rashad weekly for basketball\, a youth halaqa\, and a hang-out session to help our young men make connections and bonds\, form a brotherhood\, and navigate school and social challenges as they grow into men. \nThese sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident\, faithful Muslim men. These Halaqas are for grades 3 to 8 only—no younger boys. The sessions are capped at 30 boys. Once limited spots are full\, please join the waitlist. Pizza is included each week. \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | November 21\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | Hart Middle School | $400 for the entire year or $15/week | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-hangout \nLocation of Friday evening sessions for elementary and middle school boys in ‘25 and ‘26: \n\n\n\n– November 21\, 2025\, at Fallon Middle School in Pleasanton\n– November 28\, 2024 (no session)\n– December 5\, 2025\, at Amador Elementary School in Dublin\n– December 12\, 2025\, at Cottonwood Creek Middle School in Dublin\n– December 19\, 2025\, at Amador Elementary School in Dublin\n– December 26\, 2024 (no session)\n– January 2\, 2025 (no session)\n– January 9\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 16\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 23\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 30\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 6\, 2026 – Canceled\n– February 13\, 2026 – Canceled\n\n\n– February 20\, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)\n– February 27\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6\, 2026 (no session)\n– March 13\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 20\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 27\, 2025 (no session)\n– April 3\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 10\, 2026\, (no session)\n– April 17\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 24\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 1\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 8\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 15\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 22\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n\nSidi Quran Hodge also leads a Friday Night Boys High School Halaqa: https://mcceastbay.org/series/friday-night-boys-high-school-halaqa-sidi-quran-hodge-2 \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. \nAbout the Halaqa Facilitator: \nCoach Amir Rashad (Quentin Youngblood) is a former Division I athlete and international professional basketball player with experience competing in Germany\, Brazil\, and Indonesia. A standout at El Cerrito High School\, he became the all-time scoring leader. He earned All-State and USA Honorable Mention All-American honors before serving as team captain at the University of Washington\, where he became a Muslim. Rashad has over 18 years of coaching experience\, including varsity head coaching roles in the U.S.\, Saudi Arabia\, Dubai\, and Bahrain. As a trainer\, he has developed athletes from middle school to NBA prospects through a holistic\, skill-centered approach.  Founder of Deen Sports Academy. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/elementary-middle-school-boys-halaqa-hangout-3/2026-01-23/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Middle-School-Halaqa-FINAL-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251225T234738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T234738Z UID:10024604-1769248800-1769252400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Mommy & Me Saturday Session | MCC's Mommy & Me Program DESCRIPTION:For our Toddlers and Preschoolers (ages 1-5): Join us on Saturday mornings for a Mommy & Me session where children will develop a love for Islam\, Allah (swt)\, and RasulAllah (saw) through book reading\, sing-alongs\, Parachute Time\, activities\, and more! \nSaturday\, Jan. 24 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Conference Room or Prayer Hall | $20 per session | Register at mcceastbay.org/happyhearts \nThese Mommy & Me sessions are designed for girls and boys ages one to four who are accompanied by a female guardian. Moms\, grandmothers\, and so on are welcome. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other moms and caretakers in the MCC community. \nOur Mommy and Me sessions begin with dua and a salaam/greeting song and end with the Fi-Amanillah song and kid-favorite parachute time. \nQuestions? Happy Hearts Playgroup Facilitator Sr. Khadija at mommyandme@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver\, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/saturday-mommy-me/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Sisters Program,Young Children ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Saturday-Fall-Winter-Happy-Hearts.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260122T190626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T190626Z UID:10024760-1769259600-1769274000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Private Event DESCRIPTION:MCC Prayer Hall & Banquet Hall URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/private-event-fj/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/private-event-masjid.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260123T010155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T114045Z UID:10024696-1769362200-1769369400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Mawlid: Hearts Connected | Ta'leef Collective DESCRIPTION: \nJoin us Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. from January 18\, 2026\, to February 15\, 2026\, for evenings of remembrance\, reflection\, and community\, as MCC East Bay temporarily hosts Ta’leef Collective’s long-running weekly Mawlid. \nSidi Mahdy Amine is our special guest speaker on Sunday\, January 25\, 2026. \nGather to connect your heart to the Prophet ﷺ\, to God\, and to God’s servants. This gathering has been lovingly sustained for over 20 years by dedicated volunteers\, munshids\, and teachers. Each week will feature reflections from esteemed guest teachers. Join us and keep the connections alive. \n5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Sundays | Jan. 18 to Feb. 15 | MCC Conference Room | Please join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nSponsored by Taleef Collective & MCC East Bay. \nAhead of Ramadan ’26\, MCC is temporarily hosting five weeks of Ta’leef Collective’s weekly Mawlid\, a beautiful gathering of community & remembrance that has been held for more than 20 years for the East Bay Muslim community. Please join us on: \n\nSunday\, January 18\, 2026\nSunday\, January 25\, 2026\nSunday\, February 1\, 2026\nSunday\, February 8\, 2026\nSunday\, February 15\, 2026\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMahdy Amine is a Zaytuna College alumnus and practicing attorney. Ustadh Mahdi also teaches Islamic Studies at ILM Tree\, and he serves as Convert Care Coordinator for Ta’leef Collective. \n“I want people to feel the true beauty of Islam when they encounter Ta’leef. Was not our Prophet (upon him peace and blessings) the radiant embodiment of outer and inner beauty? One who saw him was in awe\, and one who knew him fell in love. I hope Taleef translates that experiential beauty to a relevant American context while honoring the ethos and principles of the rich Islamic tradition.” \n– More Ustadh Mahdi: https://mcceastbay.org/mahdy \nFrom Taleef: \nDear Ta’leef community\,\nAsalaamu alaykum.\nPeace and blessings to you all. \nWe invite you to join us this coming Sunday\, January 11th\, for the last Mawlid gathering in the Main Hall of our Fremont campus. Please bring your family and friends to fill the room as we honor 17 years of memories and look forward to the journey ahead. \nSince 2008\, this space has been a cherished sanctuary for Ta’leef\, holding countless memories of shahadas\, weddings\, and spiritual growth. This Sunday is a moment to gather in gratitude\, honoring all that this community has built here over nearly two decades. \nThe current property development plans for the building will necessitate our temporary relocation. Our landlord has generously offered to work with us to ensure a smooth transition\, including the potential use of the warehouse in the near future after construction. \nWe want to express our profound gratitude to our landlords. Their immense generosity has provided Ta’leef with a home in Fremont to serve our community for many years\, for which we pray that Allah rewards them immensely. \nIn the meantime\, MCC East Bay has graciously offered to temporarily host Ta’leef’s Mawlid for a few weeks beginning January 18th. \nMay Allah facilitate ease throughout this process\, and we look forward to gathering this Sunday to unite our hearts through the love of the Prophet (AS). \nWith gratitude\,\nThe Ta’leef Board of Directors URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/taleef-mawlid-2/2026-01-25/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2revised-Taleef-Mawlid.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20250403T191400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T225931Z UID:10023195-1769425200-1769430600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person & virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:  \n\n  \n\nJoin our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. This year\, we are reading from Our Lady Fatima al-Zahra (R.A.) by Muhammad Abduh Yamani. \n\n  \n\nEvery Monday\, in-person & virtual | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | MCC | Women only | RSVP for the live registration link at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub | RSVP is needed to join us virtually \n\n  \n\nEvent Details: \n\n  \n\nThe in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’26. \n\n  \n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the WhatsApp thread where all communication and updates will be made. \n\n  \n\nBook Purchase: \n\n  \n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n  \n\n\nhttps://www.meccabooks.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra\nhttps://store.celebratemercy.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra?srsltid=AfmBOoolySfro5MbF50JY0y6f-0yyRMdaGwsDMa2DqstKJWBykrF1Tpa\nhttps://bookshop.rabata.org/search?q=pur+lady&options%5Bprefix%5D=last\n\n\n\nFor those local in the Bay Area: \n\nRumi Bookstore\nZaytuna Bookstore\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n  \n\n  \n\nAbout the Book \n\n  \n\nThis book is about the life and virtues of the eminent lady Sayyidatunā Fāṭima al-Zahra ﵂. Through her\, with Sayyidunā ‘Alī ﵁\, the blessed lineage of her father\, the Messenger of God ﷺ\, was preserved. She resembled him in every way\, and of all people she was the dearest to his heart. She stood with him ﷺ and strove always to serve and aid him\, taking care of him after the death of her mother\, Sayyidatunā Khadīja ﵂. Fāṭima was brave\, strong\, forbearing\, dutiful\, gracious\, and protective. She was a loving mother and an inspiring example to her sons\, Imams Ḥasan and Ḥusayn ﵁. Fāṭima al-Zahrā ﵂ tells the life story of its subject in a vivid\, straightforward manner\, linking it to the history of Islam from the early times of tribulation to the establishment of the Dīn and the Community based in al-Madīna. Its style and approach are very suitable for children\, as well as for older readers. The author\, Dr Muhammad Abduh Yamani (d.1431/2010)\, who served for several years as Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Information\, was a distinguished educationalist\, author and businessman\, notable also for his piety and philanthropy. \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/womens-seerah-bookclub-25/2026-01-26/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Sisters Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Monday.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251117T212741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T215242Z UID:10024687-1769594400-1769598000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Weekly Zumba Classes for Women & Girls | Reham Sedky DESCRIPTION:Zumba Classes are back! \nFor Women & Girls Ages 12+: Join us for weekly Zumba sessions – a fun\, stress-relieving way to stay active\, boost your energy\, and connect with other sisters. Zumba offers incredible benefits\, such as improved physical health\, mental well-being\, and the chance to make fitness an enjoyable part of your routine lifestyle. \nThis class is designed for women and girls aged 12 and up. It’s open to everyone\, and no experience is needed.  \nPlease note this class is not recommended for anyone with back or knee issues. \nStarts Wednesday\, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Weekly | Conference Room (private space) | $15/session | Register at mcceastbay.org/zumba \nClasses will be canceled if fewer than five people register. \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver\, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship\n\nAbout the Instructor: \nMy name is Reham Sedky\, and I’m excited to introduce myself as a certified Zumba instructor from the Mountain House Muslim community. Because I love my community\, I wanted to bring something positive to encourage women to focus on their health and well-being. I noticed many sisters cannot participate in gyms or sports due to privacy concerns or lack of time. This inspired me to become a professional Zumba instructor to offer something new and beneficial. Alhamdulilah\, through our Muslim community\, I was able to provide this class in a private and comfortable environment that meets our needs. \nPlease join me\, and let’s move\, laugh\, and grow stronger together\, Insha’Allah! \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-zumba/2026-01-28/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Zumba-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251215T034834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T065256Z UID:10024495-1769680800-1769684400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Mommy & Me January 2026 Session | MCC's Mommy & Me Program DESCRIPTION:In this four-week session\, our toddlers and pre-schoolers (ages 1-5) will develop love for Islam\, Allah (swt)\, and RasulAllah (saw) through book reading\, sing-alongs\, Parachute Time\, activities\, and more! \nThursdays: 01/08\, 01/15\, 01/22\, & 01/29 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Conference Room | $65 for 4 sessions\, or $20 per session | Register at mcceastbay.org/happyhearts \nThese Mommy & Me sessions are designed for girls and boys ages one to four who are accompanied by a female guardian. Moms\, grandmothers\, and so on are welcome. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other moms and caretakers in the MCC community. \nOur Mommy and Me sessions begin with dua and a salaam/greeting song and end with the Fi-Amanillah song and kid-favorite parachute time. \nQuestions? Happy Hearts Playgroup Facilitator Sr. Khadija at mommyandme@mcceastbay.org \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver\, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/jan-mommy-me-program/2026-01-29/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Happy-Hearts-Fall.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251002T222419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T155236Z UID:10024103-1769711400-1769716800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Purification of the Heart – Men’s Book Club DESCRIPTION: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. \nEach session will cover one chapter\, including group discussions and reflections on heart diseases and their treatments. \nWhile 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. \nStarts October 16 | Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Conference Room | In-person only \nClass Schedule: Tracking Chapters: Purification of the Heart– Men’s Book Club \nDisclaimer: This book club is intended to stimulate thought and reflection\, not to teach deen. It is not a fiqh or aqidah class. \nDiscussion Group Guidelines \n\nEveryone has something to say; everyone has something to learn.\n\nShy participants are encouraged to contribute.\nTalkative participants are encouraged to listen more.\n\n\nConfidentiality is essential.\n\nDo 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…”\n\n\nGive 70 excuses.\n\nAssume good intentions. If disagreements arise\, remember our shared goal is growth. We leave differences in the room and continue with brotherhood outside of it.\n\n\nMaintain emotional awareness.\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBook Purchase \nPlease purchase the book in advance if you want to follow along. Available at: \n\nAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Purification-Heart-Symptoms-Spiritual-Diseases/dp/1929694156\nZaytuna Bookstore: https://bookstore.zaytuna.edu/products/purificationoftheheart\n\nAbout the Book \nThis 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. \n\nAuthor: Imam Mawlud (translated and with extensive commentary by Hamza Yusuf) \nAbout the Translator \nHamza 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. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober – 16\nWelcome & Book Overview\n\n\nOctober – 23\nIntroduction to Purification\n\n\nOctober – 30\nMiserliness\n\n\nNovember – 06\nNo Meeting\n\n\nNovember – 13\nWantoness\n\n\nNovember – 20\nHatred\n\n\nNovember – 27\nNo Meeting – Thanksgiving\n\n\nDecember – 04\nIniquity\n\n\nDecember – 11\nLove of the World\n\n\nDecember – 18\nEnvy\n\n\nDecember – 25\nNo Meeting – Christmas\n\n\nJanuary – 01\nNo Meeting – New Year’s Day\n\n\nJanuary – 08\nBlameworthy Modesty\n\n\nJanuary – 15\nFantasizing\n\n\nJanuary – 22\nFear of Poverty\n\n\nJanuary – 29\nOstentation\n\n\nFebruary – 05\nRelying on Other than God\n\n\nFebruary – 12\nDispleasure with Divine Decree\n\n\nFebruary – 19\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nFebruary – 26\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nMarch – 05\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nMarch – 12\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nMarch – 19\nNo Meeting – Ramadan URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/purification-of-the-heart-bookclub/2026-01-29/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Men's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mens-Book-Club-Purification-of-the-Heart.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T145000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260129T215717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T011320Z UID:10024766-1769776200-1769784600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood DESCRIPTION:For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, January 30\, 2026: \n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.\n\nHafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\nDr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\nUstadh Quran Hodge delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.\n\nUstadh Quran Hodge delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 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\, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5).\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is only a five-minute drive from MCC.\nPlease note that the former HP lot (now part of the Pleasanton Unified School District) is no longer available to our congregation. The District graciously provides the MCC congregation a limited number of parking space. Please come to the first or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Hafiz Atef: http://mcceastbay.org/atef\n– More Dr. Abdullah: http://mcceastbay.org/abdullah\n– More Ustadh Quran: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge\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. \nPlease also visit the new\, larger Islamic Center of Livermore for Jumu’ah. They recently moved into a former Church and they can now accommodate more Tri-Valley worshipers. The new masjid is at 3820 East Ave\, Livermore\, CA 94550. \nThe prayer times are at ICL: \n\nFirst Jummah: 12:30 p.m. 12:55 p.m.\nSecond Jummah: 1:30 p.m. 1:55 p.m.\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nWe encourage everyone to wear their best attire\, arrive early\, pray tahiyyat al-masjid\, and recite the Qur’an. Let’s encourage one another to maintain a clean and peaceful musalla. Please place your shoes neatly on the shoe racks\, minimize conversations inside the musalla\, engage in dhikr\, and send salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ. May Allah accept our efforts. Ameen \n \n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/jumuah-services-mcc-rosewood-22/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Friday-Jumuah-Khateebs-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260123T162139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T162217Z UID:10024763-1769776200-1769785200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Gifting Dreams Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs DESCRIPTION:Gifting Dreams is recruiting tutors to expand tutoring and mentorship programs\, supporting Afghan youth served by the MCC-SRVIC Refugee Team. This nonprofit organization also supports individuals seeking help with specific school subjects\, general studies\, or emotional support. \nThey are currently recruiting mentors for the 2026 Spring semester. For more information\, please visit their table this Friday. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/gifting-dreams-tables-mcc-jumuahs-3/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gifting-Dreams-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20250904T172706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T072424Z UID:10023982-1769799600-1769806800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women's Weekly Friday Evening Halaqa | The Rahmah Foundation DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad holds a weekly women’s gathering on Friday evenings to discuss navigating contemporary issues. This program runs in parallel to the Friday night girl’s halaqa. \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Every Friday from September 19\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 |  MCC Conference Room | Free; no registration or RSVP required to attend in person | To join virtually\, register at https://mcceastbay.org/zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n– More Dr. Rania: https://mcceastbay.org/rania\n– Watch past Dr. Rania’s Friday Night Halaqa (FNH) recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/womens-halaqa\n– Join Dr. Rania’s WhatsUp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HlHmFFnGbwvCvLl6uGD1C4\n– The Rahmah Foundation’s Holiday Calendar: https://mcceastbay.org/rahmah-calendar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe FNH Fall session runs from Friday\, September 19\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026\, with no halaqas on the following dates: Friday\, November 28\, December 19\, December 26\, January 2\, February 20 through March 27\, April 3\, and April 10. See calendar. \n\n\n\nFree weekly babysitting is provided in Room 23. Facility map: https://mcceastbay.org/facility-map \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\nThis women’s halaqa is hosted at MCC and runs parallel to the girls & teens program in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania Awaad was raised in the U.S. and began her formal study of the traditional Islamic sciences when her parents permitted her to travel to Damascus\, Syria\, at 14. Her desire to continue studying the Deen resulted in multiple trips back to Damascus\, interspersed between her high school\, college\, and medical studies. She was honored to receive Ijazah (authorization to teach) several branches of the Shari’ah sciences at the hands of many renowned scholars\, including many female scholars. She has received Ijazah to teach Tajwid in the Hafs and Warsh recitations from the late eminent Syrian scholar Shaykh Abu Hassan al-Kurdi. In addition to completing several advanced texts of the Shafi’i madhhab\, she is licensed to teach texts of Maliki fiqh\, Adab\, and Ihsan. Currently\, Ustadha Rania teaches online and local classes for The Rahmah Foundation\, Rabata. She is on the faculty of Zaytuna College\, where she teaches courses in Shafi’i fiqh and women’s issues in fiqh and has helped develop and co-direct the Tajweed and Hifz program. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania is also a medical doctor with a specialty in Psychiatry. She completed her Psychiatric residency and fellowship training at Stanford University\, where she is currently on the faculty as a Clinical Instructor in the Stanford Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department. Her medical interests include addressing mental health care concerns in the Muslim community- particularly that of Muslim women and girls. She has been awarded grants from the NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) to research this topic and has presented her findings at several medical conferences. Other ongoing endeavors include compiling manuscripts addressing female-related mental health and medical issues from a fiqh-oriented perspective. She is the Director of the Rahmah Foundation\, a non-profit organization that teaches traditional Islamic knowledge to Muslim women and girls. In this capacity\, she also heads the Murbbiyah Mentoring Program\, which trains young women to teach and mentor Muslim girls and teens. Ustadha Rania is both a wife and a mother; she has been counseling and teaching women classes on Tajwid\, Shafi’i Fiqh\, Ihsan\, marriage\, and raising children since 1999. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Dr. Rania and her work at http://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/research/MuslimMHLab.html \n\n\n\nEvery Friday evening\, the MCC bustles with activity. MCC hosts four halaqas to increase God-consciousness for youth\, women\, and men. \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Rania Awaad‘s women’s gathering on navigating contemporary issues from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This wide-ranging Muslimah halaqa is in the MCC Conference Room\, and the first hour is live-streamed here (watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/halaqa). This halaqa is organized in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. Questions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-weekly-halaqa/2026-01-30/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Sisters Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Dr.-Rania-Awaads-Weekly-Friday-Evening-Halaqa.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251024T052327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T105917Z UID:10024530-1769799600-1769806800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Friday Night Teen High School Halaqa | Sidi Quran Hodge DESCRIPTION:Join Ustadh Quran Hodge for weekly Friday evening basketball & halaqa sessions for teen high school boys from 9th through 12th grade. \nThese sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident\, faithful Muslim men. These halaqas are for high school boys only—no younger boys are allowed. Each session is capped at 30 teens. Once limited spots are full\, please kindly join the waitlist. \nThe first hour is physical activity in the gym (basketball\, flag football\, or soccer)\, and the latter hour is pizza and a teen halaqa with Sidi Quran.  \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | October 24\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | $400/person | Hart Middle School | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys  \nThe MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a family in the East Bay from benefiting from any MCC offering. To request a financial waiver\, please complete the application at mcceastbay.org/scholarship \nCoach Amir Rashad also leads a Friday Night Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout: \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \nLocation of Friday evening sessions for high school boys in ‘25 and ‘26: \n\n\n\n– October 24\, 2025\, at Dublin High School \n– October 31\, 2025\, at Dublin High School \n– November 7\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– November 14\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– November 21\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– November 28\, 2024 (no session)\n– December 5\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– December 12\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– December 19\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– December 26\, 2024 (no session)\n– January 2\, 2025 (no session)\n– January 9\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 16\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 23\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 30\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 6\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 13\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 20\, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)\n– February 27\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6\, 2026 (no session)\n– March 13\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 20\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 27\, 2025 (no session)\n– April 3\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 10\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 17\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 24\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 1\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 8\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 15\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 22\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n\n\n\nAbout Sidi Quran \nQur’an Hodge is a Bay Area native. He began his Islamic education in 2019\, studying Arabic at the Al Maqasid Seminary in Pennsylvania. Sidi Quran continued to Dar Al Mustafa\, a Yemeni Islamic university in Tarim\, Hadhramaut. At this Islamic seminary founded by Habib Umar bin Hafiz\, Sidi Qur’an studied Ibtidaiyya\, Hadith\, Aqida\, Seerah\, Nahw\, Quran Hifzdh\, Kitaba\, and Tafseer in classical Arabic.  \nSidi Quran has completed certificates in Taleef Collective’s Refining the Core and Zaytuna College’s Permaculture Program. He is passionate about creatively addressing community issues\, particularly the challenges that Muslim youth face. He lives with his wife and child in Castro Valley. \n\n– More Quran Hodge: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/friday-night-teens/2026-01-30/ CATEGORIES:Teen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Friday-Night-Boys-Halaqa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251211T192213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T041746Z UID:10024501-1769799600-1769806800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout DESCRIPTION:For Elementary & Middle School Boys (Grades 3-8): Join Coach Amir Rashad weekly for basketball\, a youth halaqa\, and a hang-out session to help our young men make connections and bonds\, form a brotherhood\, and navigate school and social challenges as they grow into men. \nThese sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident\, faithful Muslim men. These Halaqas are for grades 3 to 8 only—no younger boys. The sessions are capped at 30 boys. Once limited spots are full\, please join the waitlist. Pizza is included each week. \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | November 21\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | Hart Middle School | $400 for the entire year or $15/week | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-hangout \nLocation of Friday evening sessions for elementary and middle school boys in ‘25 and ‘26: \n\n\n\n– November 21\, 2025\, at Fallon Middle School in Pleasanton\n– November 28\, 2024 (no session)\n– December 5\, 2025\, at Amador Elementary School in Dublin\n– December 12\, 2025\, at Cottonwood Creek Middle School in Dublin\n– December 19\, 2025\, at Amador Elementary School in Dublin\n– December 26\, 2024 (no session)\n– January 2\, 2025 (no session)\n– January 9\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 16\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 23\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 30\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 6\, 2026 – Canceled\n– February 13\, 2026 – Canceled\n\n\n– February 20\, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)\n– February 27\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6\, 2026 (no session)\n– March 13\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 20\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 27\, 2025 (no session)\n– April 3\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 10\, 2026\, (no session)\n– April 17\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 24\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 1\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 8\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 15\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 22\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n\nSidi Quran Hodge also leads a Friday Night Boys High School Halaqa: https://mcceastbay.org/series/friday-night-boys-high-school-halaqa-sidi-quran-hodge-2 \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. \nAbout the Halaqa Facilitator: \nCoach Amir Rashad (Quentin Youngblood) is a former Division I athlete and international professional basketball player with experience competing in Germany\, Brazil\, and Indonesia. A standout at El Cerrito High School\, he became the all-time scoring leader. He earned All-State and USA Honorable Mention All-American honors before serving as team captain at the University of Washington\, where he became a Muslim. Rashad has over 18 years of coaching experience\, including varsity head coaching roles in the U.S.\, Saudi Arabia\, Dubai\, and Bahrain. As a trainer\, he has developed athletes from middle school to NBA prospects through a holistic\, skill-centered approach.  Founder of Deen Sports Academy. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/elementary-middle-school-boys-halaqa-hangout-3/2026-01-30/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Middle-School-Halaqa-FINAL-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251117T171902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T022549Z UID:10024194-1769846400-1769893200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Private Event DESCRIPTION:Conference Room & Classrooms URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/derby/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/private-event-masjid.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260120T173325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171418Z UID:10024731-1769868000-1769873400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Building Circles of Support: Creating Sustainable Networks for Families | Wajma Nasir\, LMFT (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:For parents\, families\, and caregivers of individuals with special needs\, join us for a wellness circle with Wajma Nasir\, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, to discuss challenges\, resources\, and strategies for providing the best care for our families and ourselves. This month’s topic is Building Circles of Support: Creating Sustainable Networks for Families.  \nThese wellness circles provide a safe space for caregivers with special needs to connect and share their experiences. It allows caregivers to share their joys and frustrations\, ask questions\, form friendships\, and more. \nSaturday\, Jan. 31 | 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Virtual only | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/wellness-circle \nCo-sponsored by Muhsen\, Maristan\, & MCC East Bay \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nWajma Nasir is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a deep commitment to supporting individuals\, couples\, and families through life’s most challenging moments. She brings extensive experience in helping clients work through trauma\, anxiety\, relational conflicts\, and life transitions. \nWith warmth\, empathy\, and cultural sensitivity\, Wajma creates a safe space for clients to explore their emotional world and develop healthy coping and communication strategies. Her integrative approach draws from a range of evidence-based modalities\, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. \nIn addition to her clinical training\, Wajma is a certified Domestic Violence Counselor and fluent in Dari. She continues to support Maristan’s Afghan Refugee School Impact (ARSI) program as a contracted counselor\, providing culturally informed care to newly arrived Afghan families. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/support-circles/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/updated-Wellness-Circle.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org LOCATION:mcceastbay.org/wellness-circle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260123T005519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T023958Z UID:10024762-1769882400-1769893200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Ramadan for Teens | Ustadh Quran Hodge DESCRIPTION:For Teen Girls & Boys Ages 12-18: Join us for a special evening with Ustadh Quran Hodge\, as we welcome the month of Ramadan together. This session will focus on preparing our hearts and minds for Ramadan\, building meaningful habits\, and understanding how our youth can make the most of this blessed month both spiritually and within our community. \nThrough reflection\, reminders\, and open discussion\, teens will gain practical tools to start Ramadan strong\, learn proper masjid adab and etiquette\, and feel more connected to their faith and the masjid. \n6 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Saturday\, January 31 | MCC Prayer Hall | Free; RSVP at mcceastbay.org/ramadan-teens \nSnacks will be provided after the program. Join us! \nAbout Ustadh Quran \nQur’an Hodge is a Bay Area native. He began his Islamic education in 2019\, studying Arabic at the Al Maqasid Seminary in Pennsylvania. Sidi Quran continued to Dar Al Mustafa\, a Yemeni Islamic university in Tarim\, Hadhramaut. At this Islamic seminary founded by Habib Umar bin Hafiz\, Sidi Qur’an studied Ibtidaiyya\, Hadith\, Aqida\, Seerah\, Nahw\, Quran Hifzdh\, Kitaba\, and Tafseer in classical Arabic.  \nSidi Quran has completed certificates in Taleef Collective’s Refining the Core and Zaytuna College’s Permaculture Program. He is passionate about creatively working on community issues\, particularly the challenges Muslim youth face. He lives with his wife and child in Castro Valley. \n– More Quran Hodge: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/ramadan-for-teens/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ramadan-for-Teens.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T073000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260122T171800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T172006Z UID:10024747-1769927400-1769931000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:#TeamFajr Monthly Sunday Breakfast & Qur'an Khatam DESCRIPTION:  \n“If people knew the reward in praying Fajr & Isha in a congregation\, they would go to the Masjid even if they had to crawl” [Bukhari & Muslim] \nJoin Qari Amar Bellaha on the first Sunday of each month. Pray the pre-dawn prayer in congregation (6:15 a.m.)\, followed by recitations of Surah Yaseen and Al-Wird Al-Latif (booklets provided) in unison\, community dua\, and following sunup\, Salat al-Ishraq prayer in congregation. Qari Amar will also lead the Khatam (completion) of the Qur’an. Each month\, congregation members complete one Juz of the Holy Qur’an. Please finish your Juz by the first Sunday of each month. Sign up for Juz at mcceastbay.org/juz. \n2026 Sunday Monthly Khatam with Qari Amar Bellaha: \n\n– January 4\, 2026\n– February 1\, 2026\n– No TeamFajr in Ramadan\n– April 5\, 2026\n– May 3\, 2026\n– June 7\, 2026\n– July 5\, 2026\n– August 2\, 2026\n– September 6\, 2026\n– October 4\, 2026\n– November 1\, 2026\n– December 6\, 2026\n\nThere are numerous benefits and virtues of reciting the Holy Qur’an and sending Salawat upon Rasulullah (S). Along with bringing great barakah into our lives\, these two acts of ‘ibadah are a means by which Allah elevates our rank in Jannah. Though it may be challenging to make a habit of tilawah (recitation) and Salawat individually\, there is strength in our numbers. Join your MCC community in our goal of collectively completing a Qur’an khatam. Questions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\nMore Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar\nImam al-Haddad’s litanies (al-Wird al-Latif): https://mcceastbay.org/wird\nThe Prophet (Peace be upon him) said\, “He who performs the Fajr will be under the protection of Allah.” [Muslim]\nThe Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “The best prayer before Allah is the Fajr prayer on Friday in the congregation.”\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-teamfajr-khatm-2/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/In-person-only.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260108T111932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T215756Z UID:10024683-1769954400-1769965200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Private Event DESCRIPTION:Banquet Hall & Conference Room (MCC Bike Program) URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/private-event-mcc-bike-program-celebration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/private-event-masjid.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260123T010155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T114045Z UID:10024697-1769967000-1769974200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Mawlid: Hearts Connected | Ta'leef Collective DESCRIPTION: \nJoin us Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. from January 18\, 2026\, to February 15\, 2026\, for evenings of remembrance\, reflection\, and community\, as MCC East Bay temporarily hosts Ta’leef Collective’s long-running weekly Mawlid. \nSidi Mahdy Amine is our special guest speaker on Sunday\, January 25\, 2026. \nGather to connect your heart to the Prophet ﷺ\, to God\, and to God’s servants. This gathering has been lovingly sustained for over 20 years by dedicated volunteers\, munshids\, and teachers. Each week will feature reflections from esteemed guest teachers. Join us and keep the connections alive. \n5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Sundays | Jan. 18 to Feb. 15 | MCC Conference Room | Please join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \nSponsored by Taleef Collective & MCC East Bay. \nAhead of Ramadan ’26\, MCC is temporarily hosting five weeks of Ta’leef Collective’s weekly Mawlid\, a beautiful gathering of community & remembrance that has been held for more than 20 years for the East Bay Muslim community. Please join us on: \n\nSunday\, January 18\, 2026\nSunday\, January 25\, 2026\nSunday\, February 1\, 2026\nSunday\, February 8\, 2026\nSunday\, February 15\, 2026\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nMahdy Amine is a Zaytuna College alumnus and practicing attorney. Ustadh Mahdi also teaches Islamic Studies at ILM Tree\, and he serves as Convert Care Coordinator for Ta’leef Collective. \n“I want people to feel the true beauty of Islam when they encounter Ta’leef. Was not our Prophet (upon him peace and blessings) the radiant embodiment of outer and inner beauty? One who saw him was in awe\, and one who knew him fell in love. I hope Taleef translates that experiential beauty to a relevant American context while honoring the ethos and principles of the rich Islamic tradition.” \n– More Ustadh Mahdi: https://mcceastbay.org/mahdy \nFrom Taleef: \nDear Ta’leef community\,\nAsalaamu alaykum.\nPeace and blessings to you all. \nWe invite you to join us this coming Sunday\, January 11th\, for the last Mawlid gathering in the Main Hall of our Fremont campus. Please bring your family and friends to fill the room as we honor 17 years of memories and look forward to the journey ahead. \nSince 2008\, this space has been a cherished sanctuary for Ta’leef\, holding countless memories of shahadas\, weddings\, and spiritual growth. This Sunday is a moment to gather in gratitude\, honoring all that this community has built here over nearly two decades. \nThe current property development plans for the building will necessitate our temporary relocation. Our landlord has generously offered to work with us to ensure a smooth transition\, including the potential use of the warehouse in the near future after construction. \nWe want to express our profound gratitude to our landlords. Their immense generosity has provided Ta’leef with a home in Fremont to serve our community for many years\, for which we pray that Allah rewards them immensely. \nIn the meantime\, MCC East Bay has graciously offered to temporarily host Ta’leef’s Mawlid for a few weeks beginning January 18th. \nMay Allah facilitate ease throughout this process\, and we look forward to gathering this Sunday to unite our hearts through the love of the Prophet (AS). \nWith gratitude\,\nThe Ta’leef Board of Directors URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/taleef-mawlid-2/2026-02-01/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2revised-Taleef-Mawlid.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20250403T191400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T225931Z UID:10023196-1770030000-1770035400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person & virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:  \n\n  \n\nJoin our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. This year\, we are reading from Our Lady Fatima al-Zahra (R.A.) by Muhammad Abduh Yamani. \n\n  \n\nEvery Monday\, in-person & virtual | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | MCC | Women only | RSVP for the live registration link at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub | RSVP is needed to join us virtually \n\n  \n\nEvent Details: \n\n  \n\nThe in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’26. \n\n  \n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the WhatsApp thread where all communication and updates will be made. \n\n  \n\nBook Purchase: \n\n  \n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n  \n\n\nhttps://www.meccabooks.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra\nhttps://store.celebratemercy.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra?srsltid=AfmBOoolySfro5MbF50JY0y6f-0yyRMdaGwsDMa2DqstKJWBykrF1Tpa\nhttps://bookshop.rabata.org/search?q=pur+lady&options%5Bprefix%5D=last\n\n\n\nFor those local in the Bay Area: \n\nRumi Bookstore\nZaytuna Bookstore\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n  \n\n  \n\nAbout the Book \n\n  \n\nThis book is about the life and virtues of the eminent lady Sayyidatunā Fāṭima al-Zahra ﵂. Through her\, with Sayyidunā ‘Alī ﵁\, the blessed lineage of her father\, the Messenger of God ﷺ\, was preserved. She resembled him in every way\, and of all people she was the dearest to his heart. She stood with him ﷺ and strove always to serve and aid him\, taking care of him after the death of her mother\, Sayyidatunā Khadīja ﵂. Fāṭima was brave\, strong\, forbearing\, dutiful\, gracious\, and protective. She was a loving mother and an inspiring example to her sons\, Imams Ḥasan and Ḥusayn ﵁. Fāṭima al-Zahrā ﵂ tells the life story of its subject in a vivid\, straightforward manner\, linking it to the history of Islam from the early times of tribulation to the establishment of the Dīn and the Community based in al-Madīna. Its style and approach are very suitable for children\, as well as for older readers. The author\, Dr Muhammad Abduh Yamani (d.1431/2010)\, who served for several years as Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Information\, was a distinguished educationalist\, author and businessman\, notable also for his piety and philanthropy. \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/womens-seerah-bookclub-25/2026-02-02/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Sisters Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Monday.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T185000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251112T202654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T025927Z UID:10024191-1770141600-1770144600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Nisf Sha’ban (15th of Shaban - Laylatul Bara’a) '26 | A Night For Asking Forgiveness DESCRIPTION:The Prophet (saw) said\, ′Allah gazes at His creation on the fifteenth night of Sha’ban and then forgives all His slaves except for two types of people: those who attribute partners to Allah and those who have rancor for their fellow Muslims’. [Ahmad] \nAt Maghrib (sunset) on Monday\, February 2\, 2026\, marks the night of the 15th Sha’ban\, also called Laylat al-Bara’ah\, Laylat an-Nisf min Sha’ban\, and Shab-e-Barat. We also strongly encourage you to fast on Tuesday\, Feb. 3\, 2026. \nJoin Qari Amar Bellaha for a recitation of Surah Al-Yaseen three times on one of the five blessed nights when duas are accepted\, according to Imam Nawawi. Join us in this annual commemoration of laylatul-bara’ah (the Night of Innocence). \n6 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. | Monday\, February 2\, 2026 | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nProgram: \n\n– 5:30 p.m.: Maghrib prayer (we will have dates and water available for those who are fasting)\n– 6:05 p.m.: Qari Amar Bellaha recites Surah Yaseen three times\n– 8 p.m.: Isha prayer\n\n– Past talks at MCC about Nisf Shaban (Laylatul Bara’a): http://mcceastbay.org/shaban \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nIbnul Haj (rahimahullah) states: “The salaf (pious predecessors) would sanctify this night and prepare themselves for it in advance.” \nJoin Qari Amar Bellaha for a faith-affirming evening to mark one of the five blessed nights when duas are accepted\, according to Imam Nawawi. We also highly encourage you to fast the next day. Join us in this annual commemoration of laylatul-bara’ah (the Night of Innocence). \n– Past talks commemorating Nisf Sha’ban: https://mcceastbay.org/shaban \nAbout Nisf Sha’ban\nThe month of Shaban is the eighth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The fifteenth night of this month is known as laylatul-bara’ah (the Night of Innocence) or Laylat un-Nisf min Shaban (the Middle Night of Shaban or shab-e-barat). \nIt has been narrated that the Messenger of Allah\, blessings and peace be upon him\, said: “There are five nights on which dua is not rejected: the first night of Rajab\, the fifteenth night of Sha‘ban\, Thursday night\, the night before Eid al Fitr\, and the night before Eid al Nahr (al Adha).” (al Suyuti) \nLocally\, for those who follow moonsighting\, the 15th night of Shaban begins on Monday\, February 2nd\, in the evening. This is a special night for making dua and other acts of worship. Our faith also teaches us to fast on the 15th day of Shaban (Tuesday\, February 3) and the 16th day of Shaban (Wednesday\, February 4th) as recommended acts. \nFor more information\, see the following links: https://muwasala.org/2015/05/17/merits-of-shaban/ \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n \nAllah (swt) forgives many of His servants on this night\nThe primary blessing of this night is that Allah pours His mercy and forgiveness upon the earth from Maghrib until Fajr. The Prophet (saw) described the extent of His forgiveness in powerful language in numerous narrations: \nThe Prophet (saw) said\, ′Allah gazes at His creation on the fifteenth night of Sha’ban and then forgives all His slaves except for two types of people: those who attribute partners to Allah and those who have rancor for their fellow Muslims’. [Ahmad] \n(In other narrations\, he (saw) mentioned more categories of people who wouldn’t be forgiven\, including those who severed the ties of kinship and those who disobeyed their parents\, among others). \nAishah (ra) also narrated that the Prophet (saw) once remained in Sajdah for so long during this night that she became scared and touched his foot to make sure he was still alive. He (saw) moved his foot\, and she heard him reciting the following du’a: \n \nThe Prophet (saw) also said to Aishah (ra)\, ′Allah descends on the night of the middle of Sha’ban to the lowest heaven\, and He forgives more than the numbers of hairs on the sheep of Banu Kalb (an Arab tribe renowned for their great flocks of sheep)’. [Ibn Majah and others] \nFinally\, the Prophet (saw) said that on this night\, from sunset until dawn\, Allah asks His servants\, ′Is there anyone seeking forgiveness from Me so that I may forgive him? Is there anyone seeking provision from Me so I may provide for him? Is there anyone suffering so I may relieve his suffering?′ [Ibn Majah] \nTherefore\, make du’a for forgiveness on the 15th night of Sha’ban. Increase your dhikr\, and ask Allah for forgiveness\, mercy\, relief from suffering\, and provision. Remember to forgive anyone you have a grudge against and resolve your problems with them\, especially if they are family members so that Allah will forgive you. \nFasting on 15th Sha’ban\nThere is only one weak hadith regarding fasting on the 15th day of Sha’ban. However\, it is from the Sunnah to fast the Bright Days (the 13th\, 14th\, and 15th) of every month anyway. (You can learn more on our blog about the Bright Days). \nFurthermore\, it is from the Sunnah of the Prophet (saw) to increase our voluntary fasts during Sha’ban\, as this is the month in which actions are raised to Allah: \nPrescribed prayers for this night\nAgain\, the hadith regarding prescribed prayers for this night – such as prayers of fourteen raka’at – are weak Hadith\, so it cannot be considered a Sunnah practice. However\, you can still perform nafl (voluntary) prayers tonight to benefit from its blessings. As Ibn Taymiyyah (rh) says\, ‘Some of the pious predecessors used to devote this night (15th Sha’ban) for Salah especially’. \nMoreover\, the Prophet (saw) always encouraged performing nafl prayers and making du’a at night\, particularly during the last third of the night. This is the case for any night in the year. \nIs this the Night of Destiny?\nMost scholars agree that the night of 15th Sha’ban is not mentioned in the Qur’an. \nSome commentators have said that the night of 15th Sha’ban is mentioned in Surah Ad-Dukhan – ‘Indeed\, We sent it [the Book] down during a blessed night. Indeed\, we were to warn [mankind]. On that night\, every precise matter is made distinct. [The Noble Qur’an\, 44:3-4] \nHowever\, most scholars agree that this ayah refers to Laylat al-Qadr. The opinion that 15th Sha’ban is ‘the Night of Destiny’ – i.e. the night on which your provision and time of death is named – is not strong. And Allah knows best. \nWhether mentioned in the Qur’an or not\, it is still a blessed night. Umar bin Abd al-Aziz (rh) and others have said\, ′Do not neglect four nights in the year\, because on those nights Allah pours His mercy upon His slaves: the first night of Rajab\, the fifteenth night of Sha’ban\, the night before Eid al-Fitr\, and the night before Eid al-Adha’. \nThus\, we should try to increase our ’ibadah and ask for Allah’s mercy and forgiveness on this night. We should also strive to remove from our hearts any hatred or grudges for our fellow Muslims to receive Allah’s forgiveness on this night. \nRemember: Sha’ban is the month in which our annual deeds are raised to Allah – and the night of the 15th Sha’ban is the perfect opportunity to enter Ramadan with our sins forgiven\, in that Allah! \nPreparing for Ramadan\nSha’ban is a special month\, and we shouldn’t neglect its blessings. It is a time when our actions are raised to Allah\, where our love for the Prophet (saw) increases\, and where we should prepare for the blessed month of Ramadan. \nSource: https://muslimhands.org.uk/latest/2019/04/the-importance-of-15th-shaban-night \nThe blessed month of Sha’ban is loved and honored by our Prophet ﷺ. Usamah ibn Zayd\, may Allah be pleased with him\, asked\, “Ya Rasulallah\, I haven’t seen you [voluntarily] fast in a month as much as you fast during Sha’ban.” The Messenger ﷺ replied\, “People neglect that month between Rajab and Ramadan. It is a month in which deeds are raised to the Lord of the Worlds\, and I like that my deeds be raised while I am fasting.” (Ahmad and Nasa’i) \nIt has been narrated that the Messenger of Allah\, blessings and peace be upon him\, said: “There are five nights on which dua is not rejected: the first night of Rajab\, the fifteenth night of Sha‘ban\, Thursday night\, the night before Eid al Fitr and the night before Eid al Nahr (al Adha).” (al Suyuti) \nFor more information\, see the following links: \n– https://seekersguidance.org/tag/15th-shaban\n– https://muwasala.org/2015/05/17/merits-of-shaban \nAbout Qari Amar: \nRaised in Morocco\, Qari Amar Bellaha memorized the Qur’an at 17 from Madrasat Imam Nafia. He has ijaza for the Hafs and Warsh recitations of the Qur’an. In 1994 and 1995\, he was awarded top prizes in the National Moroccan Tajweed competition. He is recognized for his recitation’s beauty\, clarity\, and excellence\, and is one of the Bay Area’s foremost Qur’an teachers. \n \nIn his Majmu’\, Imam Nawawi quoted from Imam al-Shafi’i’s Kitab al-Umm that there are 5 nights when du’as (supplications) are answered\, one of them being the night of the 15th of Sha`ban. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/nisf-shaban-26/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nisf-Shaban.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T191500 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260202T203346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T203552Z UID:10024780-1770145200-1770146100@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Proclamation For The Start of Ramadan '26 | Dublin City Council DESCRIPTION:Join our elected officials as the City of Dublin official proclaims and recognizes the month of Ramadan\, which starts on Tuesday or Wednesday\, February 17 or 18 (pending moonsighting). This recognition commends Tri-Valley Muslims in this holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal. \n7 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. | Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 | Dublin City Council Chambers\, 100 Civic Plaza\, Dublin\, CA 94568 \nOur gratitude goes to the fantastic team behind the Dublin Muslim Cultural Society\, which has once again facilitated this Proclamation. \nThis act recognizes the commencement of Ramadan\, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal\, and commends Muslims in the United States and worldwide for their faith. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nCongressional Resolution in 2023 \nWhereas one of the purposes of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is for Muslims to gain a better understanding of the plight faced by those who are less fortunate. \nWhereas American Muslims contribute greatly to charitable organizations that help people from all faiths in the United States and around the world by providing food for the hungry\, medical assistance\, family services\, scholastic supplies\, before and after school programs\, refugee resettlement\, and relief efforts following natural disasters; \nWhereas American Muslims have contributed greatly to the United States\, serving as medical professionals\, teachers\, first responders\, journalists\, writers\, artists\, athletes\, small business owners\, professors\, activists\, community leaders\, and elected public officials across government representing both major political parties; \nWhereas the American Muslim community is among the most racially diverse faith groups in the United States; \nWhereas Thomas Jefferson was the first President to host an iftar\, the meal breaking fast during Ramadan\, at the White House in 1805\, and every President since 1996 has hosted an iftar for members of the community during their Presidencies. \nWhereas the Department of State and United States Agency for International Development have hosted iftars through the years for staff and members of the diplomatic community; \nWhereas the Department of Agriculture has hosted iftar dinners since 2008 to recognize and welcome interfaith dialogue and collaboration with individuals and organizations whose core values often overlap significantly with the mission of the Department\, including disaster recovery\, reducing food waste\, ensuring access to nutritious food\, and fostering safe\, prosperous\, and thriving communities; \nWhereas the Pentagon has held iftar dinners to celebrate Ramadan starting in 1999\, recognizing American Muslims serving in all branches of the United States military; and \nWhereas over 5\,500 Muslims serve on active duty\, and over 2\,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces: Now\, therefore\, be it \n \nFrom 2024 Ramadan Proclamation: \nThe Dublin City Council joins communities throughout California in recognizing the start of Ramadan 2024. \n– More Proclamation recordings: http://mcceastbay.org/proclamation\n– More Sr. Eman: http://mcceastbay.org/eman \nSister Eman Tai speaks on behalf of the Dublin-area Muslim community. \nMayor Melissa Hernandez introduces the Proclamation on Tuesday\, March 5\, 2024 at Council Chambers. \nHeroes4Hunger also introduces the First-Annual Ramadan Food Campaign. All donations to this youth-led effort go to the Alameda County Community Food Bank\, and it will be used to feed individuals and families that are food insecure in Dublin. Support the effort at http://bit.ly/feeddublin \nLearn more about this effort at https://heroes4hunger.org \nHeroes4Hunger representatives Zayan Kajani\, Amar Imam\, and Wasi Asifali presented their annual project. \nThe Proclamation acknowledges the rich history and guiding virtues of American Muslims\, and commends Muslim communities in California for the lasting positive impact they have made\, and continue to make\, toward the advancement of the state and the nation in Ramadan and beyond. \nThe Proclamation recognizes the MCC East Bay as fulfilling the spiritual and cultural needs of Dublin residents and promoting interfaith cooperation by providing an environment for dialogue\, education\, and fellowship. \n– More community & social justice issues in the American-Muslim community: http://mcceastbay.org/community\n– More CAIR-MCC co-sponsored talks: http://mcceastbay.org/cair\n– More MCC interfaith events: http://mcceastbay.org/interfaith\n– More Sr. Eman: http://mcceastbay.org/eman \nEman Tai is a member of City of Dublin’s Diversity and Inclusion Task Force\, Secretary of Muslim Democrats and Friends Alameda County\, President Cottonwood Creek School Parent Faculty Club \, and Development and Community Partnerships Officer\, Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC). \n– Watch Dublin ’21 Proclamation: https://youtu.be/5yLuSj2w-w0\n– Watch San Ramon ’21 Proclamation: https://youtu.be/K4dnP1NXFv4\n– Watch Pleasanton 21′ Proclamation: https://youtu.be/ZX_MdpThzek \nMore MCC East Bay:\nEvents & Activities: http://www.mcceastbay.org/calendar\nWeekly Updates: http://www.mcceastbay.org/newsletter\nSupport MCC: https://www.mcceastbay.org/sadaqa\nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MCCPleasanton URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/dublin-proclamation-ramadan/ LOCATION:Dublin City Council Chamber\, 100 Civic Plaza\, Dublin\, CA\, 94568\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_7897.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251117T212741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T215242Z UID:10024688-1770199200-1770202800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Weekly Zumba Classes for Women & Girls | Reham Sedky DESCRIPTION:Zumba Classes are back! \nFor Women & Girls Ages 12+: Join us for weekly Zumba sessions – a fun\, stress-relieving way to stay active\, boost your energy\, and connect with other sisters. Zumba offers incredible benefits\, such as improved physical health\, mental well-being\, and the chance to make fitness an enjoyable part of your routine lifestyle. \nThis class is designed for women and girls aged 12 and up. It’s open to everyone\, and no experience is needed.  \nPlease note this class is not recommended for anyone with back or knee issues. \nStarts Wednesday\, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Weekly | Conference Room (private space) | $15/session | Register at mcceastbay.org/zumba \nClasses will be canceled if fewer than five people register. \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver\, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship\n\nAbout the Instructor: \nMy name is Reham Sedky\, and I’m excited to introduce myself as a certified Zumba instructor from the Mountain House Muslim community. Because I love my community\, I wanted to bring something positive to encourage women to focus on their health and well-being. I noticed many sisters cannot participate in gyms or sports due to privacy concerns or lack of time. This inspired me to become a professional Zumba instructor to offer something new and beneficial. Alhamdulilah\, through our Muslim community\, I was able to provide this class in a private and comfortable environment that meets our needs. \nPlease join me\, and let’s move\, laugh\, and grow stronger together\, Insha’Allah! \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-zumba/2026-02-04/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Zumba-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251002T222419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T155236Z UID:10024104-1770316200-1770321600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Purification of the Heart – Men’s Book Club DESCRIPTION: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. \nEach session will cover one chapter\, including group discussions and reflections on heart diseases and their treatments. \nWhile 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. \nStarts October 16 | Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Conference Room | In-person only \nClass Schedule: Tracking Chapters: Purification of the Heart– Men’s Book Club \nDisclaimer: This book club is intended to stimulate thought and reflection\, not to teach deen. It is not a fiqh or aqidah class. \nDiscussion Group Guidelines \n\nEveryone has something to say; everyone has something to learn.\n\nShy participants are encouraged to contribute.\nTalkative participants are encouraged to listen more.\n\n\nConfidentiality is essential.\n\nDo 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…”\n\n\nGive 70 excuses.\n\nAssume good intentions. If disagreements arise\, remember our shared goal is growth. We leave differences in the room and continue with brotherhood outside of it.\n\n\nMaintain emotional awareness.\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBook Purchase \nPlease purchase the book in advance if you want to follow along. Available at: \n\nAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Purification-Heart-Symptoms-Spiritual-Diseases/dp/1929694156\nZaytuna Bookstore: https://bookstore.zaytuna.edu/products/purificationoftheheart\n\nAbout the Book \nThis 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. \n\nAuthor: Imam Mawlud (translated and with extensive commentary by Hamza Yusuf) \nAbout the Translator \nHamza 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. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober – 16\nWelcome & Book Overview\n\n\nOctober – 23\nIntroduction to Purification\n\n\nOctober – 30\nMiserliness\n\n\nNovember – 06\nNo Meeting\n\n\nNovember – 13\nWantoness\n\n\nNovember – 20\nHatred\n\n\nNovember – 27\nNo Meeting – Thanksgiving\n\n\nDecember – 04\nIniquity\n\n\nDecember – 11\nLove of the World\n\n\nDecember – 18\nEnvy\n\n\nDecember – 25\nNo Meeting – Christmas\n\n\nJanuary – 01\nNo Meeting – New Year’s Day\n\n\nJanuary – 08\nBlameworthy Modesty\n\n\nJanuary – 15\nFantasizing\n\n\nJanuary – 22\nFear of Poverty\n\n\nJanuary – 29\nOstentation\n\n\nFebruary – 05\nRelying on Other than God\n\n\nFebruary – 12\nDispleasure with Divine Decree\n\n\nFebruary – 19\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nFebruary – 26\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nMarch – 05\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nMarch – 12\nNo Meeting – Ramadan\n\n\nMarch – 19\nNo Meeting – Ramadan URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/purification-of-the-heart-bookclub/2026-02-05/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Men's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mens-Book-Club-Purification-of-the-Heart.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260119T024807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T064845Z UID:10024728-1770377400-1770395400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Stanford Blood Drive During Jumu'ah @ MCC East Bay DESCRIPTION:As people of faith\, it is in our blood to help. With a 15-minute blood donation\, you can be part of a lifesaving journey that could save up to three lives. \n\n\n\nThe MCC community has saved nearly 375 lives! This is our 40th Jumu’ah blood drive\, and each has always been fully booked! Register now: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/stanford \n\n\n\nFrom 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday\, Feb. 6\, 2026\, let’s continue that trajectory at this blood drive and keep all our Stanford Blood Center (American Red Cross is unable to accommodate our Winter blood drive this year\, but they will be at four other drives in 2026) guests busy when they set up in our Banquet Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a Friday. \nStanford Blood will also gift a Golden State Warriors Sweatshirt to each donor at the blood drive. Sign up to donate at: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/stanford. Here are the daily and Jumu’ah Friday prayer service times: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/prayer \n\n\n\nIn 2026\, MCC will proudly host these quarterly blood drives during Jumuah services from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with our friends at the American Red Cross and Stanford Blood Center: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 6\, 2026 (Stanford Blood Center)\nFriday\, May 22\, 2026 (American Red Cross)\nFriday\, July 31\, 2026 (American Red Cross)\nFriday\, September 25\, 2026 (American Red Cross)\nFriday\, December 11\, 2026 (American Red Cross)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Power Red donation targets only O-\, O+\, A-\, and B—blood types. It takes 20-30 minutes because donors give two units of concentrated Red Blood Cells\, and platelets and plasma are returned. Blood diversity is essential. Now more than ever\, the American Red Cross needs the help of black blood donors. \n\n\n\nBlood donors report feeling a strong sense of satisfaction after donating blood. Why? Because helping others in need feels good. \n\nHere is the eligibility link: https://stanfordbloodcenter.org/donate-blood/am-i-eligible-to-donate-blood\nHere is a direct link to travel restrictions:  https://stanfordbloodcenter.org/travel/. If a donor has immigrated and returned to a malaria-risk region each year\, please call to check eligibility at 650-723-7831.\nTeens 16 can donate with parental consent\, and there are different height and weight restrictions for donors under 19.  The consent form is available at the blood drive and on the main eligibility page\, along with the height/weight information.  Here is a direct link to the consent form:  https://stanfordbloodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/05-F-X1-Form-Consent-for-Minor-to-Donate-Blood-v15.0.pdf\nPlease complete the Stanford pre-check on the morning of the Blood Drive to speed up the process. https://stanfordbloodcenter.org/sbc-precheck/\n\n\n\n\nIf you have visited India\, Pakistan\, or another high-risk malaria country and returned within the last 12 months\, you are not eligible to donate blood. See the latest travel-related restrictions to blood donation eligibility. \n\n\n\nEvery person who donates blood at MCC will receive a voucher for a free meal at iniBurger—Gourmet Burgers in Pleasanton. MCC congregation members Leeza and Abdullah Popal\, who own these establishments\, generously donate these vouchers to encourage community and congregation participation. \n\n\n\nMCC Youth: If you are 16 to 18\, here are the donor requirements and the link to the parental authorization form. \n\n\n\nOn the morning of the blood drive\, please complete the Rapid Pass online and bring the print-off to speed up the check-in process. Complete at https://mcceastbay.org/rapid \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/stanford-blood-drive/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Charity & Community Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Copy-of-Warriors-Sweatshirt-MCCEastBay_020626.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Stanford Blood Center":MAILTO:emanzanares@stanford.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T145000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260205T183358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183358Z UID:10024781-1770381000-1770389400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood DESCRIPTION:For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, Feb. 06\, 2026: \n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.\n\nImam Bilal ibn Yusuf delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\nImam Bilal ibn Yusuf delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\nUstadh Omar Naisan delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.\n\nUstadh Mohammad Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 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\, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5).\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is only a five-minute drive from MCC. \n \nPlease note that the former HP lot (now part of the Pleasanton Unified School District) is no longer available to our congregation. The District graciously provides the MCC congregation a limited number of parking space. Please come to the first or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Imam Bilal: http://mcceastbay.org/bilal\n– More Ustadh Omar: https://mcceastbay.org/omar\n– More Ustadh Abdul Baseer: http://mcceastbay.org/baseer\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. \nPlease also visit the new\, larger Islamic Center of Livermore for Jumu’ah. They recently moved into a former Church and they can now accommodate more Tri-Valley worshipers. The new masjid is at 3820 East Ave\, Livermore\, CA 94550. \nThe prayer times are at ICL: \n\nFirst Jummah: 12:30 p.m. 12:55 p.m.\nSecond Jummah: 1:30 p.m. 1:55 p.m.\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nWe encourage everyone to wear their best attire\, arrive early\, pray tahiyyat al-masjid\, and recite the Qur’an. Let’s encourage one another to maintain a clean and peaceful musalla. Please place your shoes neatly on the shoe racks\, minimize conversations inside the musalla\, engage in dhikr\, and send salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ. May Allah accept our efforts. Ameen \n \n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/jumuah-services-mcc-rosewood-23/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Friday-Jumuah-Khateebs.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20250904T172706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T072424Z UID:10023983-1770404400-1770411600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women's Weekly Friday Evening Halaqa | The Rahmah Foundation DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad holds a weekly women’s gathering on Friday evenings to discuss navigating contemporary issues. This program runs in parallel to the Friday night girl’s halaqa. \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Every Friday from September 19\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 |  MCC Conference Room | Free; no registration or RSVP required to attend in person | To join virtually\, register at https://mcceastbay.org/zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n– More Dr. Rania: https://mcceastbay.org/rania\n– Watch past Dr. Rania’s Friday Night Halaqa (FNH) recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/womens-halaqa\n– Join Dr. Rania’s WhatsUp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HlHmFFnGbwvCvLl6uGD1C4\n– The Rahmah Foundation’s Holiday Calendar: https://mcceastbay.org/rahmah-calendar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe FNH Fall session runs from Friday\, September 19\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026\, with no halaqas on the following dates: Friday\, November 28\, December 19\, December 26\, January 2\, February 20 through March 27\, April 3\, and April 10. See calendar. \n\n\n\nFree weekly babysitting is provided in Room 23. Facility map: https://mcceastbay.org/facility-map \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\nThis women’s halaqa is hosted at MCC and runs parallel to the girls & teens program in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania Awaad was raised in the U.S. and began her formal study of the traditional Islamic sciences when her parents permitted her to travel to Damascus\, Syria\, at 14. Her desire to continue studying the Deen resulted in multiple trips back to Damascus\, interspersed between her high school\, college\, and medical studies. She was honored to receive Ijazah (authorization to teach) several branches of the Shari’ah sciences at the hands of many renowned scholars\, including many female scholars. She has received Ijazah to teach Tajwid in the Hafs and Warsh recitations from the late eminent Syrian scholar Shaykh Abu Hassan al-Kurdi. In addition to completing several advanced texts of the Shafi’i madhhab\, she is licensed to teach texts of Maliki fiqh\, Adab\, and Ihsan. Currently\, Ustadha Rania teaches online and local classes for The Rahmah Foundation\, Rabata. She is on the faculty of Zaytuna College\, where she teaches courses in Shafi’i fiqh and women’s issues in fiqh and has helped develop and co-direct the Tajweed and Hifz program. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania is also a medical doctor with a specialty in Psychiatry. She completed her Psychiatric residency and fellowship training at Stanford University\, where she is currently on the faculty as a Clinical Instructor in the Stanford Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department. Her medical interests include addressing mental health care concerns in the Muslim community- particularly that of Muslim women and girls. She has been awarded grants from the NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) to research this topic and has presented her findings at several medical conferences. Other ongoing endeavors include compiling manuscripts addressing female-related mental health and medical issues from a fiqh-oriented perspective. She is the Director of the Rahmah Foundation\, a non-profit organization that teaches traditional Islamic knowledge to Muslim women and girls. In this capacity\, she also heads the Murbbiyah Mentoring Program\, which trains young women to teach and mentor Muslim girls and teens. Ustadha Rania is both a wife and a mother; she has been counseling and teaching women classes on Tajwid\, Shafi’i Fiqh\, Ihsan\, marriage\, and raising children since 1999. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Dr. Rania and her work at http://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/research/MuslimMHLab.html \n\n\n\nEvery Friday evening\, the MCC bustles with activity. MCC hosts four halaqas to increase God-consciousness for youth\, women\, and men. \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Rania Awaad‘s women’s gathering on navigating contemporary issues from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This wide-ranging Muslimah halaqa is in the MCC Conference Room\, and the first hour is live-streamed here (watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/halaqa). This halaqa is organized in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. Questions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-weekly-halaqa/2026-02-06/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Sisters Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Dr.-Rania-Awaads-Weekly-Friday-Evening-Halaqa.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20251211T192213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T041746Z UID:10024978-1770404400-1770411600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout DESCRIPTION:For Elementary & Middle School Boys (Grades 3-8): Join Coach Amir Rashad weekly for basketball\, a youth halaqa\, and a hang-out session to help our young men make connections and bonds\, form a brotherhood\, and navigate school and social challenges as they grow into men. \nThese sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident\, faithful Muslim men. These Halaqas are for grades 3 to 8 only—no younger boys. The sessions are capped at 30 boys. Once limited spots are full\, please join the waitlist. Pizza is included each week. \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | November 21\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | Hart Middle School | $400 for the entire year or $15/week | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-hangout \nLocation of Friday evening sessions for elementary and middle school boys in ‘25 and ‘26: \n\n\n\n– November 21\, 2025\, at Fallon Middle School in Pleasanton\n– November 28\, 2024 (no session)\n– December 5\, 2025\, at Amador Elementary School in Dublin\n– December 12\, 2025\, at Cottonwood Creek Middle School in Dublin\n– December 19\, 2025\, at Amador Elementary School in Dublin\n– December 26\, 2024 (no session)\n– January 2\, 2025 (no session)\n– January 9\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 16\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 23\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 30\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 6\, 2026 – Canceled\n– February 13\, 2026 – Canceled\n\n\n– February 20\, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)\n– February 27\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6\, 2026 (no session)\n– March 13\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 20\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 27\, 2025 (no session)\n– April 3\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 10\, 2026\, (no session)\n– April 17\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 24\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 1\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 8\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 15\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 22\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n\nSidi Quran Hodge also leads a Friday Night Boys High School Halaqa: https://mcceastbay.org/series/friday-night-boys-high-school-halaqa-sidi-quran-hodge-2 \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. \nAbout the Halaqa Facilitator: \nCoach Amir Rashad (Quentin Youngblood) is a former Division I athlete and international professional basketball player with experience competing in Germany\, Brazil\, and Indonesia. A standout at El Cerrito High School\, he became the all-time scoring leader. He earned All-State and USA Honorable Mention All-American honors before serving as team captain at the University of Washington\, where he became a Muslim. Rashad has over 18 years of coaching experience\, including varsity head coaching roles in the U.S.\, Saudi Arabia\, Dubai\, and Bahrain. As a trainer\, he has developed athletes from middle school to NBA prospects through a holistic\, skill-centered approach.  Founder of Deen Sports Academy. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/elementary-middle-school-boys-halaqa-hangout-3/2026-02-06/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Middle-School-Halaqa-FINAL-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260206T160044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T032819Z UID:10024531-1770404400-1770411600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Friday Night Teen High School Halaqa | Sidi Quran Hodge DESCRIPTION:Join Ustadh Quran Hodge for weekly Friday evening basketball & halaqa sessions for teen high school boys from 9th through 12th grade. \nThese sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident\, faithful Muslim men. These halaqas are for high school boys only—no younger boys are allowed. Each session is capped at 30 teens. Once limited spots are full\, please kindly join the waitlist. \nThe first hour is physical activity in the gym (basketball\, flag football\, or soccer)\, and the latter hour is pizza and a teen halaqa with Sidi Quran.  \n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | October 24\, 2025\, to May 22\, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | $400/person | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys  \nThe MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a family in the East Bay from benefiting from any MCC offering. To request a financial waiver\, please complete the application at mcceastbay.org/scholarship \nCoach Amir Rashad also leads a Friday Night Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout: \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org  \nLocation of Friday evening sessions for high school boys in ‘25 and ‘26: \n\n\n\n– October 24\, 2025\, at Dublin High School \n– October 31\, 2025\, at Dublin High School \n– November 7\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– November 14\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– November 21\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– November 28\, 2024 (no session)\n– December 5\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– December 12\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– December 19\, 2025\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– December 26\, 2024 (no session)\n– January 2\, 2025 (no session)\n– January 9\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 16\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 23\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– January 30\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 6\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 13\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– February 20\, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)\n– February 27\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6\, 2026 (no session)\n– March 13\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 20\, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)\n– March 27\, 2025 (no session)\n– April 3\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 10\, 2026\, at Donlon Elementary School\n– April 17\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– April 24\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 1\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 8\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 15\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n– May 22\, 2026\, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton\n\n\n\nAbout Sidi Quran \nQur’an Hodge is a Bay Area native. He began his Islamic education in 2019\, studying Arabic at the Al Maqasid Seminary in Pennsylvania. Sidi Quran continued to Dar Al Mustafa\, a Yemeni Islamic university in Tarim\, Hadhramaut. At this Islamic seminary founded by Habib Umar bin Hafiz\, Sidi Qur’an studied Ibtidaiyya\, Hadith\, Aqida\, Seerah\, Nahw\, Quran Hifzdh\, Kitaba\, and Tafseer in classical Arabic.  \nSidi Quran has completed certificates in Taleef Collective’s Refining the Core and Zaytuna College’s Permaculture Program. He is passionate about creatively addressing community issues\, particularly the challenges that Muslim youth face. He lives with his wife and child in Castro Valley. \n\n– More Quran Hodge: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/friday-night-teens-3/2026-02-06/ CATEGORIES:Teen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Friday-Night-Boys-Halaqa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T204249 CREATED:20260122T184310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T184311Z UID:10024759-1770451200-1770465600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Monthly Men's Hike DESCRIPTION:For Brothers! Join a brotherhood that hikes through life’s ups and downs\, finding strength and community in the great outdoors.  \nOur 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\, February 7 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Lake Chabot Regional 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 interests/time. The hike will be canceled if there are insufficient RSVPs\, depending on the weather. \n\nWhen: February 7\, 2026\nTime:  8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Please arrive early to park and find the group. The group can wait until 8:10 a.m.\, and then start the hike. Please be on time since we cannot hold the group.\nCarpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool from MCC is available for this hike. \nParking: $5\nMeeting Point: Lake Chabot\nTrail: Lake Chabot Loop\nDistance: Around 8.7 miles.\nDifficulty: Moderate.\nMisc: 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.\nRSVP: By Friday\, February 6\, 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 the group\, so we request that you arrive 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: \nThis is a beautiful hiking area with moderately steep trails and lovely views of the water. If desired\, you can avoid a large portion of the paved East Shore Trail by taking the southern Cameron Loop after crossing the Honker Bay bridge\, Ten Hills Trail\, and Indian Cove Trail\, leaving a very short paved section to the Marina. \nShade is provided by oaks\, bay laurel\, willow\, and cottonwood trees. Poison oak is plentiful\, as well as vetch\, blackberries\, and blue-eyed grass. A few interpretive panels about the dam’s history are towards the end of this 2-mile route. Benches are scattered throughout\, although most have a steep grade to reach them. \nStairs are present along this route. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-mens-hike-17/ LOCATION:Lake Chabot Regional Park\, 17600 Lake Chabot Rd\, Castro Valley\, CA\, 94546\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Mens-Hike-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR