MCC East Bay

Juz Recitation
2022-05-04 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-05 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-06 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-07 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-08 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-09 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-10 18:30 - 19:15, 2022-05-11 18:30 - 19:15 (America/Los_Angeles) and 2 more dates
In Ramadan 2022, Qari Amar Bellaha will recite regular rakats (cycles) at MCC’s nightly indoor Taraweeh, which will begin after Isha at 9:30 p.m.
In addition, Qari Amar will virtually also recite one chapter everyday in his sonorous voice.
The daily recitation (schedule) are broadcast after Asr prayer daily from 6:30 p.m. to about 7:15 p.m. on MCC’s Facebook and YouTube.

– Qur’anic Recitation playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/ramadan22
– Daily recitation schedule https://mcceastbay.org/recitation
– Watch Tarawih in Ramadan ’19: https://mcceastbay.org/taraweeh
– More Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar
– Qari Amar reciting Juz’ Ama 30 (final chapter of Qur’an): https://mcceastbay.org/juz-ama

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Qari Amar’s Taraweh 2022 Recitation Schedule at MCC East Bay

Playlist at https://mcceastbay.org/tarawih

Date
Ramadan ’22 Day
Juz
Ayat (links below from last Ramadan)

Saturday, April 2, 2022
1
1
Al Fatiha 1 – Al Baqarah 141

Sunday, April 3, 2022
2
2
Al Baqarah 142 – Al Baqarah 252

Monday, April 4, 2022
3
3
Al Baqarah 253 – Al Imran 92

Tuesday, April 5, 2022
4
4
Al Imran 93 – An Nisaa 32

Wednesday, April 6, 2022
5
5
An Nisa 33 – Al Nisa 147

Thursday, April 7, 2022
6
6
Al Nisa 148 – Al Ma’edah 82

Friday, April 8, 2022
7
7
Al Ma’edah 83 – Al An’am 110

Saturday, April 9, 2022
8
8
Al-An’am 111 – Al-A’raaf 87

Sunday, April 10, 2022
9
9
Al-A’raaf 88 – Al-Anfal 40

Monday, April 11, 2022
10
10
Al-Anfal 41 – At-Tawbah 92

Tuesday, April 12, 2022
11
11
At-Tawbah 93 – Hud 5

Wednesday, April 13, 2022
12
12
Hud 6 – Yusuf 52

Thursday, April 14, 2022
13
13
Yusuf 53 – Ibrahim 52

Friday, April 15, 2022
14
14
Al-Hijr 1 – An-Nahl 128

Saturday, April 16, 2022
15
15
Al-Isra 1 – Al-Kahf 74

Sunday, April 17, 2022
16
16
Al-Kahf 75 – Taha 135

Monday, April 18, 2022
17
17
Al-Anbiyaa 1 – Al-Hajj 78

Tuesday, April 19, 2022
18
18
Al-Muminun 1 – Al-Furqan 20

Wednesday, April 20, 2022
19
19
Al-Furqan 21 – An-Naml 55

Thursday, April 21, 2022
20
20
An-Naml 56 – Al-Ankabut 45

Friday, April 22, 2022
21
21
Al-Ankabut 46 – Al-Ahzab 30

Saturday, April 23, 2022
22
22
Al-Ahzab 31 – Ya Sin 27

Sunday, April 24, 2022
23
23
Ya Sin 28 – Az-Zumar 31

Monday, April 25, 2022
24
24
Az-Zumar 32 – Fussilat 46

Tuesday, April 26, 2022
25
25
Fussilat 47 – Al-Jathiya 32

Wednesday, April 27, 2022
26
26
Al-Jathiya 33 – Adh-Dhariyat 30

Thursday, April 28, 2022
27
27-28
Adh-Dhariyat 31at – Tahrim 12 (Two Juz)

Friday, April 29, 2022
28
29
At Taghabun 64 to Al Ghashiyah 88

Saturday, April 30, 2022
29
30
Al Na’ba 1– Al Na’s 6

See what else MCC is doing in this Holy Month

https://mcceastbay.org/ramadan

Practical Spirituality Series
2022-05-04 19:30 - 20:30, 2022-05-11 19:30 - 20:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship with Allah? Feeling unsure about how to progress spiritually while balancing the hustle and bustle of life? If so, this series is for you: https://mcceastbay.org/practical
Join us for a virtual weekly class with Sidi Shahryar Abbasi focused on practical spirituality. Each week, we discuss a topic to help us traverse the spiritual path and ultimately achieve nearness to Allah (SWT). The topics range from how to make intentions, devotions and daily duas (supplications), easy shortcuts to maximize your rewards, the importance of good character, how to balance spirituality as a working professional, and much, much more.
We will primarily be focusing on the text “The Book of Assistance” by the great Saint and Knower of Allah, Imam Abdullah Ibn Alawi Al Haddad.
7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Wednesdays | Sept. 8 to Summer ’22 (suspended in Ramadan) | Watch at https://mcceastbay.org/live and watch past series recordings at https://mcceastbay.org/practical

– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar
– Download Imam Al-Haddad’s “Book of Assistance”: https://mcceastbay.org/assistance
– Download Practical Spirituality Resources: https://mcceastbay.org/awraad
– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk
– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark
– Sidi Shahryar’s “Deceptive Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Girl Scouts Monthly Clean Up
2022-05-05 08:00 - 17:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
More details to come!

Diyanet Silicon Valley Jumu'ah Tabeling
2022-05-06 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Our brothers from the Turkish-American Religious Foundation, also known as Diyanet Silicon Valley, are tabling at the three MCC Jumu’ahs. They are having a fundraising campaign to purchase an old church building and open a new masjid in Redwood City. More details: https://www.diyanetsiliconvalley.org

Sister's Hike at Thermalito Trail & Olive Grove Trail
2022-05-07 06:30 - 08:00 | Foothill Staging Area, Foothill Rd, Sunol, CA 94586, Foothill Staging Area, Foothill Rd, Sunol, CA 94586, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join us from 6:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. on May 7 for a Saturday morning hike at the Thermalito Trail & Olive Grove Trail to get to know other sisters in the community and enjoy the great outdoors. The team will wait for 10 to 15 minutes max before we head on the hike.

When: Saturday, May 7
Time: 6:30 a.m. – 8 a.m.
Carpool: No MCC carpool is available for this hike. Carpool encouraged others on the hike.
Location: Thermalito Trail & Olive Grove Trail, Sunol, CA 94586
Distance: Around 4.0 miles
All Trails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/indian-joe-creek-cave-rocks-vista-grande-eagle-view-mccorkle-canyon-view?ref=result-card
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Misc: Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, carry enough water, a small snack, hat, sunglasses, and hiking poles if you have. No cell network in that area, suggest carpooling and downloading the AllTrail maps.

RSVP: Message Hike Leader Aparna Khan at hiking@mcceastbay.org with your name & cell phone number by Friday, May 6 to RSVP.

Please come prepared with water, snack and hiking/running shoes.
On the day of the hike, if you have trouble finding the group, please call or text Hike Leader Sr. Aparna Khan at (408) 480-6584. Please remember that we cannot hold all the group so we request you to please be on time.
For future hikes, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and/or add your phone number to the Women’s Hiking WhatsUp group.
Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, carry water bottle, small snack, hat, sunglasses and hiking poles if you have.
Experience this 4.0-mile loop trail near Sunol, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 hours to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and trail running. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.
Questions? hiking@mcceastbay.org

Covid Vaccination Clinic @ Jumu'ah
2022-05-07 11:00 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Alameda County Public Health Department, in collaboration with MCC East Bay, is hosting a public vaccination clinic for ages 5 and up.
11 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Friday, May 27 | MCC Banquet Hall | Free, regardless of insurance or immigration status
Attendees may receive the first or second dose of the Pfizer vaccine or the Pfizer vaccine as a booster (first or second dose).
Pre-registration is encouraged but not necessary for an appointment: https://mcceastbay.org/clinic
The adult Pfizer vaccine will go for ages 12+ and the pediatric Pfizer vaccine for ages 5-11, who must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or responsible adult.

Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccines: https://covid-19.acgov.org/vaccines-faq
National Muslim Task Force on COVID-19: https://isna.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Press-Release-NMCTF-COVID-Vaccines-12.22.2020.pdf
Joint Statement from the National Muslim Task Force on COVID-19: https://isna.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Press-Release-NMTF-Ramadan-Statement-4.6.2021.pdf

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Additional resources

Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet (Requires two appointments): Click Here to Read Pfizer Vaccine Fact Sheet
Booster Fact Sheet: Click here to read
Covid-19 Vaccine Eligibility: Click here to read
Teens Ages 12-17 Vaccination Guide: Click here to read

Information about Vaccinations for Minors:

Our Youth Vaccination Facts page https://covid-19.acgov.org/youthvaxfacts has information about minor consent, including the Alameda County Minor Consent Guidance and a downloadable Written Consent Form
Please see the California Department of Public Health Minor Consent Guidance for more information: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Pfizer-Vaccine-Minor-Consent-Guidance.aspx
Minors aged 5-11 receiving a vaccination must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or responsible adult throughout the entire vaccination process

Resources for Education about COVID-19 Vaccines:

Get the Facts on Vaccines (ca.gov)
Vaccines FAQ | COVID-19 | Alameda County Public Health (acgov.org)
Key Things to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines (cdc.gov)
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens | CDC

Eid Ul Fitr Carnival
2022-05-07 11:00 - 15:00
Join us for the Fifth Annual Tri-Valley Celebration Carnival in the MCC parking lot from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2022.
The Eid Fun Fair features various activities, including pony rides, a petting zoo, a mechanical bull, a Ferris wheel, carnival games, a photo booth, face painting, a gladiator joust, an obstacle course, and snow cones, popcorn, corn hole, Jenga, cotton candy, food trucks (Halal Taco truck, Samira’s Baked Goods, and Halal Bites of Chicago), and more!
We will also have free Covid testing and a Covid clinic for anyone needing a booster shot or their first shot.
Admission is $10/family (paid at the door) and includes all activities except food trucks.
Volunteers needed: https://mcceastbay.org/eid-volunteers
MCC is a special-needs-friendly community. Special-needs families: please let us know you are coming so we can give you a special band so you do not have to wait in any of the carnival lines. Please message MCC’s Special Needs Coordinator, Sr. Zara Fatteh at help@mcceastbay.org
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Bay PLS COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
2022-05-07 11:00 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
During the Eid Carnival, we will have a mobile covid clinic providing Pfizer shots.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | May 7 | Parking Lot

Information about Vaccinations for Minors:

Our Youth Vaccination Facts page https://covid-19.acgov.org/youthvaxfacts has information about minor consent, including the Alameda County Minor Consent Guidance and a downloadable Written Consent Form
Please see the California Department of Public Health Minor Consent Guidance for more information: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Pfizer-Vaccine-Minor-Consent-Guidance.aspx

Minors aged 5-11 receiving a vaccination must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or responsible adult throughout the entire vaccination process

Resources for Education about COVID-19 Vaccines:

Get the Facts on Vaccines (ca.gov)
Vaccines FAQ | COVID-19 | Alameda County Public Health (acgov.org)
Key Things to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines (cdc.gov)
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens | CDC

Companions Series
2022-05-10 11:30 - 12:15
Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh facilitates a 45-minute live Zoom session for sisters (posted publicly next day on MCC’s YouTube and Facebook about the companions of the Prophet (peace be upon him), who are the best generation of the Islamic nation, then and now.
In this 12-week series, we glean practical insights about their stories and marvels, their etiquette and manners, and their utter devotion to Allah and His Messenger ﷺ.
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: “My Companions are like the stars, whichever of them you follow you will be rightly guided.”
In this weekly series, glean weekly practical insights about the Companion’s stories, marvels, etiquettes and manners, and utter devotion to Allah and His Messenger ﷺ.
The weekly live session is for sisters only. Boys & girls ages 8 to 14 are welcome to join.
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | 12 weeks from Tuesday, January 25 to April 12 | No pre-registration needed

Join live each week at https://mcceastbay.org/companions
Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/companions-series
More Ustadha Nohad: https://mcceastbay.org/nihad

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Ramadan Around The World Storytime
2022-05-10 22:30 - 23:00
Join Children’s Author, Ndaa Hassan, for a virtual story-time reading of the bestselling Muslim children’s book, Ramadan Around The World.
Ramadan Around The World is a celebration of Islam, our cultures, and our ummah. It highlights the beautiful tapestry of Islam. It is a celebration of Ramadan and all that comes with it.
Ramadan Around The World covers how various cultures around the world celebrate Ramadan. Children of various nationalities and abilities are represented throughout the book. Also, families of diverse sizes and demographics have been equally represented. The book is narrated by the Ramadan moon who takes the reader around the world to visit children as they observe Ramadan.
Ramadan Around The World can be found at www.ramadanaroundtheworld.com or on Amazon US.

Interfaith Chat
2022-05-11 17:00 - 18:00 | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1501 Hillcrest Ave, Livermore, CA, 94550
Interfaith Interconnect and MCC co-host a religious chat with Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi (Muslim) and Renee Andrus, a speaker from the LDS Church, on how your community welcomes children and youth into the faith and what rite of passage ceremonies are traditional in your culture.
5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Wednesday, May 11 | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1501 Hillcrest Ave., Livermore
Join in person or on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89068839705
Doors/Zoom open at 4:40.
Join us to hear the history, ages, and traditions included in these events in this “coming of age/rites of passage” talk.

– More Sister Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosai
– More MCC interfaith events: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith
– MCC’s interfaith advocacy efforts: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-ethos

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Presentations 5 pm-6 pm and followed by an optional break-out group discussion to 6:30 pm.
he mission of Interfaith Interconnect is to enrich, inform and educate ourselves and others about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Valley. The interfaith umbrella group serves the Tri-Valley in the Bay Area.
– More Interfaith Interconnect recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-interconnect– Website: https://interfaithinterconnect.weebly.com/– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithInterconnect
The MCC East Bay and the Islamic Center of Livermore are proud congregation members of the Interfaith Interconnect of the Tri-Valley.
– More MCC interfaith events: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith– Sign up for MCC’s periodic community supporter updates: https://mcceastbay.org/community-supporters– MCC’s interfaith community advocacy efforts: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-ethos

Uyghur Foundation Jumu'ah Tabling
2022-05-13 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Uyghur Foundation (Tax ID: 83-2427011) is an Uyghur-led nonprofit organization (501c3 tax-exempt) headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA.
Uyghur Foundation‘s mission is to provide humanitarian and financial assistance to Uyghurs in need as well as other organizations and/or programs to help preserve the unique Uyghur identities and its culture.
