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SUMMARY:Women's Weekly Pilates Sessions | Seema Duhan
DESCRIPTION:For Sisters Only: Join us for a transformative body and mind experience every Saturday and Sunday morning with a Professional Yoga and Pilates Instructor. Stretch your muscles\, shape your body\, and relax your mind. \nThe recommended age is 20+ for Pilates Classes. \nSat. (8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.)  & Sun. (8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.) | Weekly with a break in Ramadan ‘25 | Conference Room | Max 15 attendees per session | $15/session or $100/monthly | Register at mcceastbay.org/pilates \nPilates Classes\nPilates is based on six principles: breath\, concentration\, center\, control\, precision\, and flow. It is designed to transform muscles and bones while strengthening the core. Regular practice of Pilates not only reshapes the musculoskeletal system but also helps regulate emotions. This class is highly beneficial for individuals over the age of 20 years. Participants will learn how to control muscle movement and maintain poses while regulating their breathing. Regular Pilates practice increases muscle endurance against daily wear and tear and enhances flexibility. Starting age is 20 years. All props will be provided except the Yoga mat and foam roller. \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:\nSeema Duhan represented her university in athletics at the national level in India. A health enthusiast\, she began learning yoga and Pilates a few years ago and\, inspired by the transformation in her own body\, decided to teach Pilates and stretching to fellow Muslim sisters to promote body awareness. Seema is currently pursuing her Pilates Instructor certification. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/womens-weekly-pilates-4/2025-02-22/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:Monthly Sisters' Mawlid
DESCRIPTION:For Sisters: Join us monthly for sisters’ Mawlid for a gathering of remembrance and Dhikr.  \nConnect more with Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as we gather on the fourth Saturday of each month in remembrance and dhikr. \nEvery fourth Saturday | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Pre-K room or MCC Conference Room | In-person only | Free; no RSVP required\n \nSisters and children welcome. No boys over the age of eight are allowed. \nDates for Monthly Women’s Mawlid at MCC East Bay \n\n– Saturday\, November 23\, 2024 \n– Saturday\, December 28\, 2024\n– Saturday\, January 25\, 2025\n– Saturday\, February 22\, 2025\n– No session in Ramadan in March ’25\n– Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\n– Saturday\, May 24\, 2025\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nThe Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah. \nWe take this blessed opportunity monthly to remind ourselves of the three sacred rights that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ requires from us\, instilling in us a deep sense of respect and reverence. \n\n– Marifah – Recognizing who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ is\n– Muhabbah – Loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n– Ittiba’ – Obedience to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ\n\nThe second two (loving and obeying) are not entirely possible without genuinely recognizing the first – who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ was. This recognition enlightens us and deepens our knowledge of his teachings.
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-sisters-mawlid-2-4/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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SUMMARY:Muslim Singles Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n\n\n\n \nCalling all single sisters & brothers! Following the phenomenal success of our six previous quarterly HOD Live events at MCC\, we are thrilled to invite you again to HOD Live on Saturday\, Feb. 22\, 2025. This single event is not just a social gathering; it’s a proven pathway to meaningful connections. \n\n\n \nWhy HOD Live at MCC is Unmissable: \n\n\n \n\nRecord of Success: The last HOD Live event at MCC resulted in 65% of attendees finding a match. Due to the overwhelmingly positive reception and success rate\, we’ve asked Half Deen to return.\n\n\n\nSelective and Balanced Participation: Attendees are carefully selected to maintain a 1:1 male-to-female ratio and to match age preferences. This isn’t a walk-in event; it’s a curated experience with assigned seating based on compatibility.\n\n\n\nExclusive Opportunity for MCC Community: Before opening registration to the wider Half Deen community\, we give our MCC family a 24-hour head start to secure your spots. Remember\, spaces are limited\, and the demand is high.\n\n\n\nNational Appeal: With 24% of attendees traveling out of state\, HOD Live events have a nationwide draw. Don’t miss this chance to participate locally in an event nationally recognized for its success.\n\n\n\n \nAct Quickly to Secure Your Spot \n\n\n \nI wanted to inform you about the event before Half Deen notifies its members so you can sign up.  To be part of this unique experience\, sign up promptly. If you’re within the sought-after age range\, Half Deen will reach out to confirm your participation. Delaying might mean missing out on this opportunity\, as others are eager to take available spots. \n\n\n \nAs a quick reminder\, attendees are selected based on a mutual age preference\, ensuring everyone present is within the age range most sought after by participants. This method ensures no attendee is placed awkwardly\, and the maximum age may vary for each event. This prioritizes comfort and compatibility over simply filling the room.This event is more than a chance to meet; it’s a step towards finding a compatible partner in a respectful\, Islamic setting. We’re excited to offer this again at MCC and look forward to another successful gathering. \n\n\n \nRegister now by clicking here or going to BabaAli.com and be part of our story of successful matches! \n \n\n\n \n \nAre you a single Muslim or Muslimah looking for the right partner to form a happy marriage? Then this event is for you. \n\n\n \nEvery four months\, MCC East Bay teams with the much-lauded Half Our Deen platform (and Baba Ali) to run a thoughtful\, fun\, private quarterly matrimonial event that is a profound departure from the tired traditional match-making session and that uses personality questions & fun activities to help our singles sisters and brothers get closer to finding a spouse. \n\n\n \nThis is an appropriately done matrimonial event – from thoughtfully screening every application\, an equal ratio of men to women\, and a fair chance for all to engage in a fun and exciting way through activities that melt the awkwardness of a singles mixer. This event is co-hosted with MCC\, and the event venue will be shared only with approved applicants. \n\n\n \n11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Saturday\, Feb. 22 | MCC East Bay Conference Room | $100/person | Register at https://mcceastbay.org/singles \n\n\n \nIf you cannot make this event\, sign up for our notification list for the next quarterly event: https://mcceastbay.org/wait \n\n\n \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should not hold a person back from benefiting from any event held in the MCC facility or cosponsored by MCC. To request a discounted or full financial waiver\, please visit https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship \n\n\n \nThis event breaks from ineffective speed-dating matrimonial events and traditional match-making. This game-oriented event caters to the need for more creative and effective ways to meet and learn about others. Many premarital and personality questions are incorporated into the event activities to allow for a quick dip into meaningful relationship questions. \n\n\n \nThe Bay is filled with Muslim singles\, and we will sell out. \n\n\n \nQuestions? muslimmarriageca@gmail.com or events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n \nWhat to expect?\n\n\n \nFun \n\n\n \nWe don’t play musical chairs because relationships aren’t based on 3-minute conversations. So\, instead\, we have exclusive fun games and activities designed specifically for marriage-minded Muslims to help you naturally learn about each other. (Here is a sneak peek into an actual live event) \n\n\n \nFiltered \n\n\n \nWe are the only Muslim organization that filters our applicants and hand-picks every attendee. This allows us to select members most likely compatible and helps ensure we have a balanced number of men and women at every event. \n\n\n \nProven \n\n\n \n61% of the attendees at our last event found a match. No other single event even comes close to the success of HD Live\, so it’s no surprise that about 25% of attendees travel (including flights from outside the state and country) to attend this exclusive event. \n\n\n \nPrivate \n\n\n \nOur close-door events are at undisclosed locations because we take privacy very seriously. We believe that the only people that should know you’re attending the event are the people attending the event. In addition\, our HD Live app allows you to show interest without the fear of rejection since matches are privately sent at midnight and only if the interest is mutual. \n\n\n \nFAQs from MCC\n\n\n \nWho can register?\n\n\n \nThis event is designed for Muslim singles from Northern California to meet privately and casually. Space is limited. Muslims from all states can apply\, but priority will be given to singles residing in Northern California\, particularly the San Francisco Bay Area. If our single sisters and brothers give positive feedback\, MCC cohosts these matrimonial events quarterly. \n\n\n \nWho is the moderator?\n\n\n \nBaba Ali\, the co-founder of Half Our Deen\, is an Iranian-born American comedian\, game developer\, businessman\, and actor. He co-founded the revolutionary matchmaking site Half Our Deen\, an alternative to the Muslim dating apps we see today. He is also the founder of Ummah Films\, a Muslim film company that attempts to provide Halal entertainment to Muslims and non-Muslims. Baba Ali rose to prominence within the online Muslim community with Ummah Films\, which discusses various Islamic topics using humor. \n\n\n \nBaba Ali has traveled the world doing stand-up to a wide range of Muslim and non-Muslim audiences. He has performed all over the United States\, United Kingdom\, and Canada\, performing for audiences as large as 37\,000 and all ages. He has been reviewed in The New York Times\, USA Today\, and Los Angeles Times and featured in seven episodes of DirecTV’s The Fizz News. Ali Ardekani is a video blogger to his viewers as Baba Ali. \n \n\n\n \nWhy is MCC collaborating with Half Our Deen?\n\n\n \nHalf Our Deen is an expert in the Muslim matching department and has a system that works. Their website and offline match-making events use personality matching to help connect like-minded Muslims and create lasting matches. For the last 11 years\, the site has explicitly catered to marriage-minded Muslims and has over 2500+ success stories. Our event is modeled on their successful system. \n\n\n \nMCC East Bay is pleased to offer our single community in the Bay Area the ability to use Half Our Deen’s resources to search for a spouse. HOD is unique in its ability to offer personality testing\, high privacy standards\, and offline events\, which we believe will enhance the process for our single Muslims. \n\n\n \nEveryone deserves to find true love and happiness in marriage. MCC is privileged to be a part of your life story by helping to facilitate this chance to meet the right person! \n\n\n \nHow does it work?\n\n\n \n\nPlease fill out the brief application telling us about yourself and who you are looking for. You will receive an email with the following steps within a few days. Add muslimmarriageca@gmail.com to your contacts to prevent bouncebacks and spam/promotional archiving.\n\n\n\nIf your application is accepted\, you will need to register for the event and make your payment to secure your seat.\n\n\n\nThe event will take place at a private location near Pleasanton\, California. Exact location details will be provided only to accepted attendees before the event.\n\n\n\n \nQuestions? muslimmarriageca@gmail.com \n\n\n \nI cannot afford the registration fee.\n\n\n \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should not hold a person back from benefiting from any event held in the MCC facility or cosponsored by MCC. To request a discounted or full financial waiver\, please visit https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship \n\n\n \nIs there an age limit?\n\n\n \nThere is no age limit. This event is for adults 18+. Your selection for the event depends on attendees in the same range apply for this event. \n\n\n \nTo increase the chances of successful matches\, we use a selection process to ensure quality and compatible candidates are in attendance. The goal is compatibility. For example\, if most applicants indicate that the maximum age they are looking for in a spouse is 40\, and you are older\, your application would not be accepted. However\, please don’t let this deter you from applying for our future events\, as acceptance criteria change based on who is used for each event. \n\n\n \nIs lunch offered?\n\n\n \nWe will have snacks\, coffee\, and tea. We will not have time for a full-fledged meal. Please ensure you have a hearty meal before the event begins at noon. \n\n\n \nWill I still receive confirmation of whether I am on the waiting list?\n\n\n \nIf it is determined that no compatible matches for you will be in attendance at the event\, you will be placed on a waiting list. As we receive more applications\, the criteria might change\, and there will be a chance that you are still invited to the event. We do our best to ask as many matches as possible to increase everyone’s chances of meeting the right person. If you still haven’t heard from us in the weeks leading up to the event\, no candidates have matched your criteria for this particular event. Please be patient and try again at another MCC matrimonial event (sign up for our newsletter at https://mcceastbay.org/newsletter). \n\n\n \nDo I need a HalfOurDeen membership to attend the event?\n\n\n \nYou do not need a membership with HalfOurDeen to apply for this event; however\, accepted applicants must complete their profile on HOD to attend. You will need a profile on HalfOurDeen to participate since a unique online/offline interaction characterizes this singles event. If you’re not already a member of HalfOurDeen\, that’s no problem. HalfOurDeen is providing a 90-day free trial membership for all MCC event attendees. Please note that your trial membership ends after 90 days\, so that you won’t be charged until the 31st. You can cancel right after the event if you choose. One particular advantage is that after meeting individuals at the event\, you can learn more about them through their online profiles before connecting. A HOD-free membership will allow you to view anyone’s profile that is also registered with the site. This way\, there is no need to exchange personal information at the event\, and all follow-up communication can be done safely through the HOD website after the event. \n\n\n \nHow do you screen applicants?\n\n\n \nDuring the application process\, applicants will answer a questionnaire that tells us a little about them and what they are looking for (or not looking for). Answers are then compared to the answers of all other applicants to determine who can attend to increase the chances for successful matches based on compatibility and personality matching. \n\n\n \nWhy was my application not accepted?\n\n\n \nTo increase the chances of successful matches\, we use a selection process to ensure quality and compatible candidates are in attendance. The goal is compatibility. For example\, if most applicants indicate that the maximum age they are looking for in a spouse is 40\, and you are older\, your application would not be accepted. However\, please don’t let this deter you from applying for our future events\, as acceptance criteria change based on who applies for each event. \n\n\n \nCan I bring a family member or a friend to the event?\n\n\n \nNo. This event is specifically tailored to the applicants who apply and are accepted based on the information provided during the application process. Everything from the games played to the seating chart is specific to those who have secured a spot. That is why only those who have applied and been accepted can attend. Moreover\, this is a private event\, and to protect the privacy of others\, only those who have been accepted will be given specific event details that must not be shared with anyone. Please encourage your friends who want to attend to apply! To keep this event as private as possible\, the candidates are the only people allowed to attend it. Our committee members will do their best to keep all interactions focused and constantly monitored throughout the event. \n\n\n \nWhat should I do if I haven’t received a confirmation email?\n\n\n \nIf you have not received a payment submission email after completing your application\, we are receiving a high volume of applications and are still processing them. If you still haven’t heard from us within 30 days of the event\, no candidates match your criteria at this particular event. If you have any questions about the selection process\, please watch this https://youtu.be/NqHiZXhWtcw \n\n\n \nHow is this event different from other Muslim matrimonial events that have taken place in NorCal?\n\n\n \nWe are making every effort to ensure that our event is done in a professionally organized manner that aligns with Islamic principles. Unlike other events\, we will thoroughly vet all applicants via a detailed application. This process will ensure that the attendees are serious about marriage and that there are enough attendees of the opposite gender potentially compatible with *you* and your preferences. We will try our best to have as close to a 50:50 ratio of females to males as possible. \n\n\n \nWe will have a wide variety of structured activities that will help you get to know the potential in a low-key\, pressure-free\, and fun way. Our activities will be structured so people of all personality types can easily participate. So whether introverted\, extroverted\, or somewhere in the middle\, you can participate in all the activities quickly—and\, more importantly\, get to know the potential in the process. You can also have the peace of mind of knowing that no one will have the spotlight on them at any time. \n\n\n \nTo keep in line with Islamic principles\, chaperones will constantly monitor our event\, ensuring that all interactions are kept professional and focused. They will also be there to help facilitate conversation and answer questions as necessary. \n\n\n \nCan I be sure that the information on my application will be kept private?\n\n\n \nAbsolutely. This is our Amanah (trust)\, and we will not release your information to anyone without your permission. Your application will only be reviewed by the HOD Offline staff. \n\n\n \nI am worried that others might discover I will be at this event. How will the event be kept private?\n\n\n \nThe only people who know that you will be at the event…are those at the event (and\, of course\, the people you tell). The MCC Matrimony Committee or HOD Offline will not inform anyone of your attendance. We are also keeping the event location private. Once you have fully registered and paid\, the venue address will only be sent to you. So please do not share the event location with anyone! \n\n\n \nIs there a dress code?\n\n\n \nOur only dress code is that your clothing must be by Islamic principles (clothes cannot be revealing\, tight\, or see-through). Other than that\, feel free to express your personality! Remember that you want to protect yourself best while remaining modest and genuine. \n\n\n \nI do not wear a headscarf in public. Do I have to wear one to the event?\n\n\n \nAlthough we highly encourage everyone to dress as closely as possible according to Islamic principles\, we will not ask that you wear a headscarf\, as the event is not in a masjid prayer space. That said\, anyone dressed inappropriately will not be allowed to participate in the event. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n—————————————————————————- \n\n\n \nHalf Deen Live Matrimonial Event – Pleasanton\, CA – Feb. 22\, 2025 \n\n\n \nIf you want to attend another speed-dating event\, this event is not for you.  Speed dating doesn’t work.  HOD Live does\, so the Muslim Community Center (MCC) and Muslim Marriage Canada are partnering up with HOD and bringing HOD Live to Pleasanton\, California\, on Feb. 22\, 2025! Read below for HOD’s unique match-making process.  \n\n\n \nAbout HOD: \n\n\n \nBeing interviewed for hours is both uncomfortable and awkward.  We do things differently\, and our results are different.  HOD’s last event resulted in 65% of the attendees finding a match. \n\n\n \nHOD Live is designed for marriage-minded Muslims who are serious about finding their other half.  Our events are filled with fun and unique activities and allow you to meet single Muslims more naturally. \n\n\n \nPlease watch the video below showing how the event will take place and how the application process will be.   This is a private event\, so the exact location of the event will be sent to all those who have a seat at the event.Every attendee will hand-pick to help increase compatibility and have an equal balance of men and women at the event.  Our focus is to invite those likely to succeed at this particular event. \n\n\n \nThe MCC and Muslim Marriage Canada are partnering up with Half Deen to bring you a Muslim Singles event using the HOD Live Process in Pleasanton\, CA\, on Feb. 22\, 2025. \n\n\n \nHere is how it works: \n\n\n \n1.  This event is by invitation ONLY.  Fill out the questionnaire below.  This helps us determine if you are a good fit for this event. \n\n\n \n2.  A member of our admin team will review your completed form.  After reviewing your application\, you will be sent a request for payment if they think you are a good fit for this event. \n\n\n \n3.  Once payment is received\,  you will receive a confirmation (within 24hrs) for your seat at the event as well as the exact location of the event. \n\n\n \n****The biggest incentive to signing up early is that you get priority seat selection.  This gives you the best opportunity to sit at the table of your preferred age range **** \n\n\n \nThe price to attend the Singles event is $100 US. \n\n\n \nIf we do not receive a payment response within 24 hours\, your seat will be forfeited and offered to the first person on the waiting list. \n\n\n \nPlease note that there are a limited number of seats for this event.  There are only 40 seats for each gender.  The most significant incentive for registering early is getting priority seating.   \n\n\n \nNote:  Our goal is to ensure a balanced male/female ratio\, so if you do not receive an immediate response\, it may be because we are trying to ensure gender registration is balanced.   \n\n\n \nIf you have any questions\, please email muslimmarriageca@gmail.com or WhatsApp – 1-647-535-2936 \n\n\n \nTo check out other upcoming HOD Live Events\, visit: www.babaali.com
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/muslim-singles-event-2/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pre-Ramadan Bazar & Family Festival For Palestine (Gather for Gaza)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly and free Fundraising Festival in support of Gaza\, featuring MCC’s annual pre-Ramadan Bazaar. \n12 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturday\, February 22\, 2025 | MCC Parking Lot | Free \nThe Ninth-Annual MCC Pre-Ramadan Bazaar will be held in conjunction with the Soul of My Soul Exhibit. 100 percent of funds raised at this Festival will go to humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza through Third Pillar USA. \nWe will have a diverse array of vendors present. The Festival will include storytime\, rock painting\, children’s crafts\, face painting\, henna\, spoken word\, Dabke performances\, and more. Keep an eye on this page for updates on the schedule and confirmed vendors. \nWe will have a diverse array of vendors present. You can purchase food\, drinks\, apartheid-free Salaam Cola\, hijabs\, abayas\, products from Palestine\, buckhorn\, artwork\, apartheid-free dates for Ramadan\, desi clothes\, jewelry\, and more. \nKeep an eye on this page for updates on the schedule and confirmed vendors. \nSchedule: \n\n12:30 p.m. – Story time with author Wafa Shami\n1:30 p.m. – Dabke performance\n2:30 p.m. – Spoken word performance\n3:30 p.m. – Cooking Demonstration by cookbook author Blanche Shaheen\n4:30 p.m. – Story time by Mindful Muslim Reader\n5:30 p.m. – Silent Auction Winners Announced\n\nFace painting\, make-your-own bookmark\, and stickers\, rock painting\, coloring sheets\, paint your own wood ornament available all day. Limited craft supplies. First come\, first serve. \nConfirmed Vendors: \nPalestine-themed products: \n\n\nBaladna \n\n\nPalestine Stitch Story \n\n\nProject Hope for Palestine \n\n\nZeinat Palestine store (ceramics) \n\n\nTotah Studio \n\n\nScreenprints 4 Palestine \n\n\nOlive Branch Bazaar & Nablus Soap USA \n\n\nFood and Drinks: \n\n\nSalaam Cola \n\n\nArd Gaza \n\n\n523SOUTHERNHALALBBQ \n\n\nMama’s Shawarmas \n\n\nAHMA’s Kitchen Halal Fusion style \n\n\nDelicacies by Sheen \n\n\nMasuma and Lina (Afghan Food and Chai) \n\n\nSuzy’s Snack Shack \n\n\nBays Brews \n\n\nHabibis Falooda \n\n\nCovo Coffee \n\n\nZoya’s \n\n\nPrecious Wonders by Naba \n\n\nMariam’s Cheesecakes \n\n\nSukar Habibi \n\n\nThe Old City Roastery \n\n\nRamadan and Eid Themed Products: \n\n\nKhadija’s Creations (Ramadan and Eid themed Crafts and decor) \n\n\nBalloonbae.co (Kids Coloring Shirts for Ramadan\, henna and more) \n\n\nModestly (Ramadan Decor) \n\n\nTrinkets by Annie (Palestine\, Ramadan and Eid themed items) \n\n\nA Date with Chocolate \n\n\nHijabs and Abayas: \n\n\nAsiyah’s Collections \n\n\nMuhajiba Abayas \n\n\nMJ’s Trendz \n\n\nHijab Fashion X \n\n\nModest Rose Clothing \n\n\nHayaat collections \n\n\nElegant Muslimah USA \n\n\nTaqdimaat Abayas & Hijabs \n\n\nHijab Elegance \n\n\nTnS Hijabs \n\n\nDhubow Designs \n\n\nZaina (Hijab and hijab accessories) \n\n\nFatima Beauty \n\n\nTurkuaz Shawls \n\n\nModestly \n\n\nBooks: \n\n\nFeast in the Middle East (Cookbook) \n\n\nWafa Shami’s Books \n\n\nMindful Muslim Reader \n\n\nSoul of My Soul Exhibit (Books by Palestinian Authors) \n\n\nCultural Clothes: \n\n\nAmeri Souq (Men’s Muslim Wear) \n\n\nAiman’s Collection (Pakistani Women’s Clothing) \n\n\nIzna Desi Collection (Desi Jewelry and men’s kurta shalwar) \n\n\nPakistani_inCali \n\n\nMK Fashions (Pakistani Clothes) \n\n\nEgyptian Store by Rasha Wahba \n\n\nNajah’s Boutique LLC (Traditional khaliji style clothing for men\, women and children) \n\n\nSuwaida (Pakistani clothes\, hijab dupattas and jewelry) \n\n\nAfghan Attire \n\n\nHi-5 Trend (Indian and Pakistani clothes and jewelry) \n\n\nSoni Mann Designs \n\n\nRubyluxDresses \n\n\nJewelry: \n\n\nMade by Sana \n\n\nAfsana Boutique (Central Asian Jewelry) \n\n\nCresent Designs \n\n\nHappyGemsJewelry \n\n\nArt: \n\n\nHafsah’s Art \n\n\nQuranhut Artistry \n\n\nRuh \n\n\nRayan and Jenna’s 3D Prints \n\n\nAndres’ Craft Table \n\n\nOther: \n\n\nMaha Beauty \n\n\nMCC Girl Scouts \n\n\nehijabndmore (Customized mugs\, shirts\, sweatshirts\, stickers\, waterbottles\, and tote bags) \n\n\nSalam Scouts \n\n\nSamali Perfumes \n\n\nSunnah Healing Remedies \n\n\nHenna by Zahra \n\n\nMoon House (kitchen items\, home decorations) \n\n\nSeventh Design \n\n\nOrchard Florist \n\n\nSoul of My Soul Exhibit – including unique Palestine themed and Ramadan themed crafts! \n\n\n\n– Volunteer for this Festival: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/festival-volunteer\n– Please fill out this form if you are interested in participating in the spoken word performance at 2:30 p.m.: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/spoken-word\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/gather-for-gaza/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T124000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T163000
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SUMMARY:From Inspiration to Best Seller: My Journey with The Clear Qur'an | Dr. Mustafa Khattab *Updated Time*
DESCRIPTION:*Due to a scheduling change by the speakers\, the program will not start at 10 a.m. like previously advertised. This program is now from 12:40 p.m. (Zuhr) to 4:30 p.m.* \n \nJoin us for a full-day interactive workshop with Dr. Mustafa Khattab\, the brilliant mind behind “The Clear Quran” translation\, to learn the art of giving Da’wah. Dr. Mustafa will also share his journey that led him to become the author of the best-selling translation of the Qur’an. \n12:40 p.m. (Zuhr) to 4:30 p.m. (due to a scheduling change by the speakers\, the program will not start at 10 a.m. like previously advertised) | Saturday\, Feb. 22 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nDr. Khattab will also deliver the 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. sermons at MCC on Friday\, February 21\, 2025. \nSchedule: \n\n10:00 AM – 12:30 PM: **THIS PORTION ONLY CANCELLED**Interactive Workshop: Street Dawah Training by Imam Abdul Hameed (The Clear Islam team)**THIS PORTION ONLY CANCELLED**\n12:40 PM Dhuhr Iqama\n1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – From Inspiration to Best-Seller: My Journey with The Clear Quran by Dr. Mustafa Khattab\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Two Decades of Delivering the Quran’s Message in America by the Furqaan Project team\n4:00 pm – 4:20 pm – Q&A session\n\nAbout the Author\n\nDr. Mustafa Khattab is the resident scholar of the Al-Furqaan Foundation headquartered in Bolingbrook\, Illinois. He is a Canadian-Egyptian authority who interprets the Quran. He was a member of the first team that translated the Ramadan night prayers (Tarawîḥ) live from the Sacred Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina (2002-2005). Khattab memorized the entire Quran at a young age and later obtained a professional ijâzah in the Ḥafṣ style of recitation with a chain of narrators going all the way to Muḥammad. He received his PhD\, M.A.\, and B.A. in Islamic Studies in English with Honors from Al-Azhar University’s Faculty of Languages & Translation. He lectured on Islam at Clemson University (OLLI Program\, 2009–2010)\, held the position of Lecturer at Al-Azhar University for over a decade starting in 2003\, and served as the Muslim Chaplain at Brock University (2014-2016). He is a Canadian Council of Imams member and a Fulbright Interfaith Scholar. He has served as an Imam in the US and Canada since 2007. He is the translator of The Clear Quran Series (2015)\, the author of The Clear Quran Series for Kids (2020)\, Shukran (an illustrated story for children\, 2020)\, The Clear Quran Series Dictionary (2021)\, The Nation of Islam (2011) and Outfoxing Fox News (2017)\, and contributor to the Encyclopedia of Muslim American History (2010). \n\nAbout the Translation:\nIt is pleasant to read\, easy to understand\, and noted for its clarity\, accuracy\, eloquence\, and flow. Approved by Al-Azhar and endorsed by the Al-Furqaan Foundation and The Canadian Council of Imams. About the Translation: For a translation to do justice to the Quran and capture its elegance and vigor\, it has to be accurate\, smooth\, eloquent\, and accessible. Unlike most popular translations\, The Clear Quran masterfully passes on all counts. To achieve accuracy\, the translator has used the most significant and most celebrated works of old and modern tafsir (Quran commentaries) and shared the work with several imams in North America for feedback and insight. For clarity\, every effort has been made to select easy-to-understand words and phrases that reflect the beauty\, flow\, and power of the original text. Along with informative footnotes and surah (chapter) introductions\, verses have been grouped and titled based on their themes to understand better the chapters\, their main concepts\, and internal coherence. Thanks to our dedicated team of scholars\, editors\, and proofreaders\, we believe that what you are holding is now the finest translation of the Final Revelation. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/dr-mustafa-khattab-author-of-clear-quran/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Lectures & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
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SUMMARY:Pre-Ramadan NorCal Qiyam Night For High Schoolers & College Students: Resilience
DESCRIPTION:For High School & College/University Students: Before Ramadan\, join us for a night of reflection and worship\, during which we will derive lessons from Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) steadfastness. \nWe will also have vendors\, including The Burger Shop & Abu Barista Coffee! \n7 p.m. to 11 p.m. | Saturday\, Feb. 22 | MCC Conference Room | In-person only | Free | Space limited; RSVP required. Register at mcceastbay.org/norcalqiyam25 \nSponsored by Manara West & MCC East Bay. \nImam Al-Baraa\nDr. Al-Bara’a Basfar\, a distinguished Imam at the West Valley Muslim Association (WVMA) brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies and an esteemed Ijazah. Further enriching his academic journey\, he earned a Master’s degree and a Ph.D. in Educational Research and Evaluation from Ohio University. His commitment to scholarship and education continued with a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University. With his deep expertise in both Islamic studies and educational research\, Dr. Basfar is dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and intellectual development within the community. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/msa-west-qiyam/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20241219T173148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T220721Z
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SUMMARY:Private Event
DESCRIPTION:MCC Conference Room
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/private-event-nk-6/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250221T004638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T005803Z
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SUMMARY:Together in the Masjid This Ramadan: Companion Program For New Muslims & Those Interested in Islam
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan can be lonely for someone new to the faith who has not found faith through community. We’re recruiting volunteers across the Bay Area to accompany new Muslims (reverts) and those interested in Islam to Jumu’ahs\, Iftars\, and Taraweeh during Ramadan. \nFor its new initiative “Together in the Masjid\,” MCC’s Marhaba Convert Care team is looking for community members across the Bay Area to accompany new Muslims (reverts) and those interested in Islam to Jummah or other events at the masjid. \nCompanions are expected to serve as community representatives by exemplifying Islamic values of compassion\, patience\, and respect. Thus\, volunteer companions must attend a brief online mandatory orientation. The Convert Care team hopes to onboard volunteers from all around the San Francisco Bay Area. \n4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Sunday\, February 23 | Sign up at mcceastbay.org/companion-volunteer \nQuestions? marhaba@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/companion-program/
LOCATION:CA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marhaba Convert Care Team @ MCC":MAILTO:marhaba@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250130T170127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T200222Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Zumba Classes for Women & Girls | Reham Sedky
DESCRIPTION:For Women & Girls Ages 12+: Join us for weekly Zumba – 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. \nWeekly on Tuesdays with a break in Ramadan | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | 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/weekly-zumba/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250221T000407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T042032Z
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SUMMARY:*Virtual Only* Ramadan Game Plan: A Seminar on Preparing the Heart\, Mind\, and Soul | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan is more than just a month of fasting—it’s a chance to renew our connection with Allah\, cleanse our hearts\, and transform our lives. But without preparation\, the days can slip away\, leaving us wishing we had done more. Join us for an evening seminar designed to help you step into Ramadan with purpose\, clarity\, and a plan to make the most of this sacred time. \nJoin Sidi Shahryar Abbasi as we reflect\, reset\, and prepare for a meaningful\, spiritually uplifting Ramadan. \n8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Tueday\, February 25 | Virtual | Watch live at mcceastbay.org/live \nTogether\, we’ll cover: \n\nCultivating the right mindset – Approaching Ramadan with sincerity and intention\nThe fiqh of fasting – Ensuring our fasts are valid\, meaningful\, and pleasing to Allah\nThe path to true repentance – Opening our hearts to forgiveness and lasting change\nCleansing the soul – Removing distractions\, bad habits\, and spiritual roadblocks\nBreaking free from time-wasters – Reducing social media and entertainment overuse\nStructuring our days for success – Balancing worship\, responsibilities\, and personal growth\n\nThe session will close with live Q&A\, allowing for reflection and discussion. Ramadan is a gift. Let’s enter it prepared\, focused\, and ready to transform. Join us for this Monday evening chat morning to learn what we can start doing now to leverage this upcoming Ramadan for the maximum benefit of our Hereafter. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n– More Brother Abbasi: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– More Talks about getting ready for Ramadan: http://mcceastbay.org/ramadan-ready\n\n  \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/ramadan-game-plan/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T110000
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SUMMARY:Mommy and Me Winter '25 Session | MCC's Thursday Morning Mommy & Me Program
DESCRIPTION:In this eight-week session\, our toddlers and pre-schoolers (ages 1-5) will develop a love for Islam\, Allah (swt)\, and RasulAllah (saw) through book reading\, sing-alongs\, Parachute Time\, activities\, and more! \nThursdays | 01/09\, 01/16\, 01/23\, 01/30\, 02/06\, 02/13\, 02/20\, & 02/27 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Conference Room | $120 for all eight 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 a female guardian accompanies. Moms\, grandmothers\, and so on are welcome. This is also an excellent 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/mommy-and-me-winter-sessions/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T121500
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20241212T231155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T222812Z
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SUMMARY:Encouraging Good Character Traits | Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh
DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh facilitates a 45-minute live Zoom session for sisters on one of the chapters in the book The Forty of the Forty by Imam Yusuf al-Nabhani\, which talks about enjoining good character\, leading to spiritual purification and closeness to Allah. \n11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. PST | Thursdays | 12 consecutive weeks from Dec. 19 to March 6\, 2025 | No pre-registration needed | Join live each week at 11:30 a.m. on Zoom at mcceastbay.org/forty \nWatch the prior sessions in this series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/principle-series \nMore Ustadha Nihad: \n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Principles of Religion” series: https://mcceastbay.org/principle-series\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Women Around the Messenger” series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/women-series\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Forty Hadith Qudsi” series: https://mcceastbay.org/qudsi\n– Ustadha’s Nihad’s “Pearls of Islam: The Wives of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)” series: https://mcceastbay.org/pearls-series\n– Ustadha Nihad’s Surah al-Kahf series: https://mcceastbay.org/kahf\n– Ustadha Nihad’s Juz Amma series: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-tafseer\n– Hafidha Nihad’s Sahaba (Companions) Series Sessions: https://mcceastbay.org/companions-series\n– Ust. Nohad’s Al-Nawawi Hadith Series: https://mcceastbay.org/nawawi\n– More Ustadha Nihad: https://mcceastbay.org/nihad\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/good-character/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:http://mcceastbay.org/forty
CATEGORIES:Sisters Program,Women's Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250127T173123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T233331Z
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SUMMARY:Al Judiy Academy @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:Al Judiy Academy\, a new private Islamic school in Walnut Creek for grades 1-9\, is doing a bake sale to raise funds. Visit their table to support them. \n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/al-judiy-academy-bake-sale-mcc-jumuahs/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250127T174503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T174503Z
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SUMMARY:CAIR-SFBA Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
DESCRIPTION:CAIR-SFBA is a civil rights non-profit that provides civil rights and immigration services to Muslims. They are tabling this Friday to share information about their free legal services. Please stop by and learn more about how to get help. Additionally\, registration is now open for the annual Muslim Day at the Capitol – CAIR invites the MCC community to join CAIR at the State Capitol to represent the interests of Tri-Valley Muslims!
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/cair-sfba-tables-mcc-jumuahs-3/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T145000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250228T010045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T010045Z
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SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
DESCRIPTION:12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m\n\nTBA delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier second-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.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is just a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Sidi Shahryar: mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– More Hafiz Atef: mcceastbay.org/atef\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, Feb. 28\, 2025: \n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m\n\nTBA delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier second-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.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is just a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Sidi Shahryar: mcceastbay.org/shahryar\n– More Hafiz Atef: mcceastbay.org/atef\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/mcc-rosewood-jumuah-11/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250114T211946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T211946Z
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SUMMARY:Maristan Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
DESCRIPTION:Maristan\, a dedicated Muslim mental health organization\, invites you to visit their table after the service to learn about their support programs\, resources\, and their clinic operating at MCC. \nGrounded in Islamic traditions\, Maristan aims to lead professional clinical care\, education\, and research in advancing holistic\, mental\, and spiritual wellness. Learn more at https://maristan.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/maristan-tables-mcc-jumuahs-3/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250212T225021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171923Z
UID:10022595-1740756600-1740763800@mcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Ramadan Wonders for Children
DESCRIPTION:For Boys & Girls Ages 6-11: Right before Ramadan\, join us for an interactive session to learn about the blessed month\, why we fast during this month\, pray Taraweeh\, and more! We will have fun & engaging activities! \nAt the end of the session\, attendees will get a goodie bag. Volunteer hours opportunity for high schoolers as well. \nFriday\, February 28 | 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | $7/child | In person only | Register at mcceastbay.org/ramadan-wonders \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. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/ramadan-wonders-for-children/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20241219T221107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T213030Z
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SUMMARY:Skygazing for Ramadan Moon
DESCRIPTION:Revive the Sunnah to go outside and look for the new crescent moon in the evening sky that will mark the beginning of Ramadan. \n\n\n\nJoin us in the MCC parking lot after Maghrib sunset prayers (6:04 p.m.) on Friday\, February 28\, and join in the excitement when the young crescent moon (hilal) ushers in the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Tri-Valley Stargazers will be in the parking lot (weather permitting) with high-visibility telescopes\, allowing us to peer into the night sky at 6 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n523 Southern Halal BBQ food truck will sell dinners\, and Habibi’s Falooda provide dessert from 5 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. \n\n\n\nMCC adheres to the traditional principle that Islamic lunar months begin and end based on confirmed\, verified naked-eye sightings of the new crescent moon globally. MCC will confirm the start of Ramadan on the evening of February 28 in its newsletter (subscribe at https://mcceastbay.org/newsletter). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n– If the moon is sighted (likely)\, the first night of Taraweeh will be after Isha (8 p.m.) on Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, and the first day of fasting will be Saturday\, March 1\, 2025.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– If the moon is not sighted (unlikely)\, the first night of Taraweeh will be after Isha (8 p.m.) on Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, and the first day of fasting will be Sunday\, March 2\, 2025.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe MCC website (mcceastbay.org) and the MCC’s automated phone menu (925-485-1786) will announce the start of Ramadan by about 7:15 p.m. on Friday\, February 28. \n\n\n\nSince sunset will be at 6:04\, we will likely be able to see the new moon by about 6:35 p.m. \n\n\n\nMCC observes the beginning and end of lunar months following the sighting of the crescent moon. Please watch this video to explain. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nThe du’a to recite if the crescent is sighted: \n\n\n\nاللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالأَمْنِ وَالإِيمَانِ، والسَّلامَةِ والإِسْلامِ، وَالتَّوْفِيقِ لِمَا تُحِبُّ وَتَرْضَى، رَبُّنَا وَرَبُّكَ اللهُ \n\n\n\nAllaahumma ahillahu ‛alaynaa bil-amni wal-eemaani\, was-salaamati wal-islaami\, wat-tawfeeqi limaa tuḥibbu watarḍaa\, rabunaa wa rabbuk-allaahu- \n\n\n \nO Allah\, let the crescent loom above us in peace and faith\, safety and Islam\, and in agreement with all that You love and pleases You. Our Lord and your Lord is Allah. \n\n\n \n(Source: Sunan Al- Tirmidhi) \n\n\n\nQari Amar Bellaha will also be in the Hayward Hills this Wednesday evening to see the crescent moon. If sighted\, he will read the special dua from high atop the hills and head down to lead the Taraweeh prayers on Wednesday at 9 p.m. He will be live streaming his moonsighting atop the Hayward Hills at https://mcceastbay.org/live \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/ramadan-moon-sighting/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250222T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T200826Z
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SUMMARY:Nightly Taraweeh Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Depending on moonsighting on the evening of Friday\, February 28\, the first night of Taraweeh prayers at MCC will begin at 8 p.m. on Friday\, February 28. Qari Amar will follow this recitation schedule: https://mcceastbay.org/schedule \n\n\n\nIn Ramadan 2025\, Qari Amar Bellaha will recite regular 20 rakats (cycles) at MCC’s nightly indoor Taraweeh\, which will begin after Isha at 8 p.m. (first week)\, 9 p.m. (second week) and 9:15 p.m. (remaining two weeks). The Taraweeh prayers are also broadcast live on Facebook and YouTube. \n \nQari Amar will follow this recitation schedule: https://mcceastbay.org/schedule \n\n\n\n \nThe Tarawih prayers are held indoors\, and there is no social distancing in the prayer hall. Social distancing worship spaces in Banquet Hall & Parent-Child Prayer Hall (women) & Conference Room (men). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Past Ramadan ’25 Taraweeh live streams: https://mcceastbay.org/taraweeh\n\n\n\n– Qur’anic Recitation playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/tarwih\n\n\n\n– Qari Amar’s daily Taraweeh recitation schedule: https://mcceastbay.org/recitation\n\n\n\n– More Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar\n\n\n\n– Qari Amar reciting Juz’ Ama 30 (the final chapter of the Qur’an): https://mcceastbay.org/juz-ama\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nFor Jumu’ah\, Iftars\, and Taraweeh prayer\, worshippers may park in our neighbor Hewlett Packard’s parking lot (now the Pleasanton School District). The MCC parking security team will stand watch during the prayers each night and direct motorists. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtube.com/live/GCRHA5Gs5ts\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/taraweeh-prayers/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250222T213537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T213549Z
UID:10022642-1740772800-1740780000@mcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Special Needs Prayer Room During Taraweeh
DESCRIPTION:For our beloved special-needs families! \n\n\n\nWe want you to enjoy Ramadan just like everyone else. Alhamdulillah\, this year\, during the daily Taraweeh prayers\, MCC is providing a prayer room (Room 16) just for special needs children and adults. We will also live-stream the Taraweeh prayers in the room for everyone. We are not providing respite care at the moment. \nDaily | 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. (first week)\, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. (remaining weeks) | Classroom 16 | RSVP by emailing help@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/taraweeh-for-special-needs/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250113T173314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T140020Z
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SUMMARY:*Full* Ramadan Arts and Crafts Program 2025 | Khala Emira Mustafa
DESCRIPTION:*All sessions are full* \n\nFor ages 4 to 12\, join Sister Emira Mustafa for fun-filled\, creative Saturday afternoons during the blessed month of Ramadan. \nCreate lasting memories with your kids as we craft meaningful keepsakes using high-quality materials\, insha’Allah. \nSaturdays\, March 1\, March 8\, & March 15 | 1:30 p.m. (After Dhur) to 3:30 p.m. | Ages 4 to 12 | Location TBD @ MCC | $35 per session or $100 for all three activities + a bonus activity | Register at mcceastbay.org/ramadan-kids \nYou can register for three in-person individual weeks & 1 take-home activity or sign up for the full program! Check out the exciting lineup below: \n\nWeek 1: Concrete Moon Nightlight\nUnleash your creativity with concrete! This unique craft combines the tactile fun of play dough with the durability of a lasting keepsake.\nWeek 2: Water Painting (Suminagashi)\nDiscover the ancient Japanese art of “ink floating” to create mesmerizing water paintings. Frame your masterpiece and watch it brighten your home!\nWeek 3: 6-in-1 Wooden Cube Puzzle\nAssemble a customizable Ramadan-inspired multi-puzzle block designed to challenge and entertain kids of varying ages.\nAcrylic Suncatchers (Take-Home Set)\n\nDesign vibrant acrylic suncatchers that transform sunlight into beautiful window patterns—a perfect way to celebrate the season! \nFor those unable to attend in person\, we offer take-home craft kits for all four weeks. Pickup can be scheduled in advance. \nNote: No refunds are allowed due to the prior purchase of materials specific to each program. However\, you can transfer or gift your spot to someone else.\n \nImportant Notes: \n\nThese are parent-and-me activities—parents must stay and supervise their children throughout the event.\nOnly registered children will receive materials for the crafts.\nEach session is capped at 60 children\, so register early before we fill up! A second session may be added pending registration needs.\nRefunds are unavailable\, but you may transfer your spot or pick up the week’s materials by the end of the session.\nPrices will increase after February 1st.\n\nLet’s make this Ramadan memorable for our little ones! 🌟 \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attaining spiritual or practical knowledge from any event or class held within the community center. To request a financial waiver\, message scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Facilitator: \nSister Emira Mustafa founded Craft E Muslims\, a business that aims to creatively connect the heart and mind through fun\, innovative methods. \nShe has published two workbooks available on Amazon titled “Islamic Themed Fall Festival Activity Kit” and “Practically Preparing for Ramadan.” Her Etsy page features many Islamic-themed crafting kits sure to inspire a love of learning within our community. \nHere is one of her crafting videos on how to make a Rustic Eid Twinkle Light Banner: https://youtu.be/J8xIJOTy5dM \n\n\n– More Sr. Emira: http://mcceastbay.org/emira \n\n\n– More sessions for young Muslim children: http://mcceastbay.org/children \n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/ramadan-arts-and-crafts-program/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250225T215413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T210418Z
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SUMMARY:Community Iftar at MCC
DESCRIPTION:For the first three Saturdays in Ramadan\, join your fasting brothers and sisters for MCC’s community iftar and stay afterward for worship. Limited space. RSVP is required for this Iftar (registration opens Saturday prior to each iftar). \nCome join us to pray and break bread in the community. Capped at 400 guests each week. \nA nominal $5/person registration is required so that we can have the right amount of food available. Please join the waitlist once the Iftar goes full. The nominal cost of tickets is to avoid food wastage. It does not cover the full expense of this event\, so families interested in gaining the blessings of feeding the community during Ramadan are encouraged to donate to the event. \nPlease note that Iftar tickets are non-refundable. Once full\, please get on the waitlist\, and if a spot opens up\, we will email you. Access code is given to only those who are on the waitlist once additional spots open up. \nMCC is a green masjid. Please bring your own water bottles to reduce the use of disposable cups. \nPlease cancel your RSVP at any time if you cannot make the Iftar so your fasting brother & sister can join us. Message operations@mccastbay.org \n\n– Saturday\, March 1: Register at http://mcceastbay.org/iftar-1 (opens at 5 p.m. on Wednesday\, February 26)\n– Saturday\, March 8: Register at http://mcceastbay.org/iftar-2 (opens at 5 p.m. on Thursday\, February 27)\n– Saturday\, March 15: Register at http://mcceastbay.org/iftar-3 (opens at 5 p.m. on Thursday\, March 6)\n\nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending its events and activities. To request a financial waiver to attend\, please message scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/community-iftar-2/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250224T185858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T160752Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Ramadan Women's Dhikr Circle | Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi
DESCRIPTION:Join Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi every Sunday in Ramadan (except the last one) for weekly in-person women-only dhikr circles filled with recitation\, reflection\, and Salawat. \n\n  \n\nThis Sisters Healing & Du’ah Circle supports sisters experiencing grief/loss\, marital challenges\, parenting challenges\, health challenges\, caring for elderly parents/loved ones\, isolation\, etc. \n\n  \n\n11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Sundays\, 3/2\, 3/9\, & 3/16 | Conference Room | Free; no registration needed \n\n  \n\n\n– More Ustadha Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosai\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart Series: (Women): https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart Series: (Adults): https://mcceastbay.org/heart-purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart Series (Teens): https://mcceastbay.org/purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Agenda to Change our Condition’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/agenda\n\n\n\n– ‘Modern Muslim Parenting’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/islamic-parenting\n\n\n  \n\nSchedule \n\n  \n\n\n– Welcome\n\n\n\n– Recitation of Ratib al-Shahr wird\n\n\n\n– Recitation of Surah Yasin\n\n\n\n– Dhikr\n\n\n\n– Salawat\n\n\n\n– Short reflection (khatira)\n\n\n  \n\nAbout Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi: Hosai Mojaddidi is the co-founder of mentalhealth4muslims.com\, where she advocates for and writes about various mental health-related topics tailored for Muslims. She has served the American-Muslim community for nearly 20 years as an activist\, writer/editor\, mediator\, interfaith organizer\, and public speaker\, covering a variety of topics\, including women’s issues\, marriage/family\, education\, and self-development\, interfaith bridge-building\, spirituality\, etc. \n\n\n\nIn her spare time\, she enjoys reading\, writing\, blogging via social media (Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter)\, doing arts and crafts\, visiting gourmet coffee shops\, and exploring the countless beautiful parks\, beaches\, and nature preserves throughout Northern California where she lives with her husband\, two sons\, and fish named Max. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/sisters-dhikr-circle/2025-03-02/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
CREATED:20250225T200327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T213246Z
UID:10023077-1740934800-1740945600@mcceastbay.org
SUMMARY:Divorced & Widowed Family Iftar
DESCRIPTION:For our divorced and widowed sisters and brothers in the Bay Area\, join us for an Iftar! Please bring your family! \n5 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Sunday\, March 2 | Free; registration required | Conference Room & Banquet Hall | Register at: https://mcceastbay.org/our-iftar \nCosponsored by Wasilah Connections & MCC East Bay \nThis Iftar is only for families impacted by divorce or widowers. \nSchedule: \n\n5 p.m. – Check-in & short talk\n6:06 p.m. – Maghrib prayer in Prayer Hall\n6:15 p.m. – Iftar in the Banquet Hall & Conference Room\n8:00 p.m. – Isha/Taraweeh prayers\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n– Talks cosponsored with Wasilah Connections: https://mcceastbay.org/wasilah\n– MCC’s divorce resource page: https://mcceastbay.org/divorce\n\nWasilah’s Mission\nOur mission is to provide holistic support for individuals facing mental\, emotional\, financial\, and personal challenges by building\, facilitating\, and connecting individuals to resources to strategically provide short and long-term solutions to overcome their challenges. Vision Our vision is to create a movement to cultivate a collective community mindset of helping the most vulnerable populations within our community achieve success and wellness at all levels of their lives. \n– More Wasilah Connections: https://mcceastbay.org/wasilah \nLearn more and support this organization at https://wasilahconnect.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/divorced-widowed-iftar-3/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013913
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SUMMARY:MCC '25 Singles Iftar Week One
DESCRIPTION:MCC is honored to host a nightly dinner for all our single brothers & sisters. \n\n\n\nThe singles Iftar is suspended only on Saturdays and joins the community-wide Iftar. \n\n\n\nThe singles Iftar space is in the room next to the kitchen. Map: https://mcceastbay.org/facility-map \n\n\n\nSingles Iftar registration for the new week opens at noon on Saturdays: \n\n\n\n\n– Starting Saturday\, March 1: RSVP for Sunday\, March 2 to Friday\, March 7 at https://mcceastbay.org/singles-1\n\n\n\n– Starting Saturday\, March 8: RSVP for Sunday\, March 9 to Friday\, March 14 at https://mcceastbay.org/singles-2\n\n\n\n– Starting Saturday\, March 15: RSVP for Sunday\, March 16 to Friday\, March 21 at https://mcceastbay.org/singles-3\n\n\n\n– Starting Saturday\, March 22: RSVP for Saturday\, March 22 to Saturday\, March 29: https://mcceastbay.org/singles-4\n\n\n\n\nRSVP is required each Saturday for the Iftars you plan to attend that week. Nominal $3/person charge. Food is served in takeout boxes to make it easier to take leftovers home. \n\n\n\nFree. Optional donation \n\n\n\n– Ramadan timetable: https://mcceastbay.org/timetable \n\n\n\n\n– More about events and activities in Ramadan 2025 at mcceastbay.org/ramadan
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/weekly-singles-iftar/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T121500
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SUMMARY:Encouraging Good Character Traits | Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh
DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh facilitates a 45-minute live Zoom session for sisters on one of the chapters in the book The Forty of the Forty by Imam Yusuf al-Nabhani\, which talks about enjoining good character\, leading to spiritual purification and closeness to Allah. \n11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. PST | Thursdays | 12 consecutive weeks from Dec. 19 to March 6\, 2025 | No pre-registration needed | Join live each week at 11:30 a.m. on Zoom at mcceastbay.org/forty \nWatch the prior sessions in this series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/principle-series \nMore Ustadha Nihad: \n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Principles of Religion” series: https://mcceastbay.org/principle-series\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Women Around the Messenger” series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/women-series\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Forty Hadith Qudsi” series: https://mcceastbay.org/qudsi\n– Ustadha’s Nihad’s “Pearls of Islam: The Wives of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)” series: https://mcceastbay.org/pearls-series\n– Ustadha Nihad’s Surah al-Kahf series: https://mcceastbay.org/kahf\n– Ustadha Nihad’s Juz Amma series: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-tafseer\n– Hafidha Nihad’s Sahaba (Companions) Series Sessions: https://mcceastbay.org/companions-series\n– Ust. Nohad’s Al-Nawawi Hadith Series: https://mcceastbay.org/nawawi\n– More Ustadha Nihad: https://mcceastbay.org/nihad\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/good-character/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:http://mcceastbay.org/forty
CATEGORIES:Sisters Program,Women's Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T145000
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SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
DESCRIPTION:– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Mohammed Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Sidi Shaan Mukhtar delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier second-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.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is just a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first\, fourth\, or fifth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 12:40 p.m. & 1:40 p.m. during Ramadan at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon\n– More Hafiz Atef: mcceastbay.org/atef\n– More Ustadh Mohammed: http://mcceastbay.org/mohammed\n– More Sidi Shaan: mcceastbay.org/shaan\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m\n\nUstadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n12:40 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Mohammed Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Sidi Shaan Mukhtar delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier second-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.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is just a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first\, fourth\, or fifth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 12:40 p.m. & 1:40 p.m. during Ramadan at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon\n– More Hafiz Atef: mcceastbay.org/atef\n– More Ustadh Mohammed: http://mcceastbay.org/mohammed\n– More Sidi Shaan: mcceastbay.org/shaan\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m\n\nUstadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n12:40 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Mohammed Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Sidi Shaan Mukhtar delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier second-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.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is just a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first\, fourth\, or fifth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 12:40 p.m. & 1:40 p.m. during Ramadan at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon\n– More Hafiz Atef: mcceastbay.org/atef\n– More Ustadh Mohammed: http://mcceastbay.org/mohammed\n– More Sidi Shaan: mcceastbay.org/shaan\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, March 7\, 2025: \n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m\n\nUstadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n12:40 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Mohammed Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center\, 4450 Rosewood Dr.\, Pleasanton\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Sidi Shaan Mukhtar delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier second-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.\, Pleasanton. Rosewood is just a four-minute drive from MCC.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first\, fourth\, or fifth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or\, better yet\, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 12:40 p.m. & 1:40 p.m. during Ramadan at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon\n– More Hafiz Atef: mcceastbay.org/atef\n– More Ustadh Mohammed: http://mcceastbay.org/mohammed\n– More Sidi Shaan: mcceastbay.org/shaan\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/five-jummah-services/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T194500
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SUMMARY:Youth Halaqa & Iftar | Ust. Quran Hodge
DESCRIPTION:For our middle and high school girls & boys (ages 12 to 18)\, please join us on the first three Fridays in Ramadan for a program just for you: pray Asr in the congregation\, listen to a special guest youth halaqa speaker\, and enjoy a yummy dinner for Iftar. \nStick around and pray Isha/Taraweeh at 8 p.m. \nPre-halaqa attendance is required. Teens may not come for Iftar only. \n\n– Friday\, March 7: 4:45 p.m. Asr prayer\, check-in at 4:30 p.m.\, halaqa begins at 4:50 p.m. promptly. Maghrib at 6:11 p.m.\nRSVP at http://mcceastbay.org/youth-1 (opens on Thu.\, Feb. 28 @ 5 p.m.)\n– Friday\, March 14: 5:45 p.m. Asr prayer\, check-in at 5:30 p.m.\, halaqa begins at 5:50 p.m. promptly. Maghrib at 7:18 p.m.\nRSVP at http://mcceastbay.org/youth-2 (opens on Thu.\, March 6)\n\nThe schedule is: \n4:30 p.m. – Registration + nametags\n4:45 p.m. – Asr prayers\n4:50 p.m. – The program begins promptly\n6:11 p.m. – Maghreb Athan followed by Iftar\n6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. – Fun Game/Activity led by Br. Muhammad Constantino \nNominal $5/youth cost to have an accurate number of attendees. MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any event held at MCC. For a code\, please message scholarship@mcceastbay.org. \nIftar times in Ramadan 2025 at mcceastbay.org/timetable \nThe youth halaqa is held in the MCC Conference Room. The Iftars are held in the Banquet Hall. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/youth-halaqa-and-iftar/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teen
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ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T050000
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SUMMARY:Boys Qiyam with Sidi Quran Hodge
DESCRIPTION:For teenage boys ages 13 to 19: After the nightly Taraweeh ends on Friday night\, join us for a night of Qiyam led by Sidi Qur’an Hodge to connect with Allah (swt) and gain the blessings of this blessed month. \nFriday\, March 7 | After Taraweeh prayers end (~10:30 p.m.) until Fajr (5 a.m.) | MCC Conference Room | $5/person; capped at 50 | Boys ages 13 to 19 | Regiser at mcceastbay.org/boys-qiyam \nAbout the Facilitator \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 Hodge 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. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/boys-qiyam-in-ramadan/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T153000
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SUMMARY:*Full* Ramadan Arts and Crafts Program 2025 | Khala Emira Mustafa
DESCRIPTION:*All sessions are full* \n\nFor ages 4 to 12\, join Sister Emira Mustafa for fun-filled\, creative Saturday afternoons during the blessed month of Ramadan. \nCreate lasting memories with your kids as we craft meaningful keepsakes using high-quality materials\, insha’Allah. \nSaturdays\, March 1\, March 8\, & March 15 | 1:30 p.m. (After Dhur) to 3:30 p.m. | Ages 4 to 12 | Location TBD @ MCC | $35 per session or $100 for all three activities + a bonus activity | Register at mcceastbay.org/ramadan-kids \nYou can register for three in-person individual weeks & 1 take-home activity or sign up for the full program! Check out the exciting lineup below: \n\nWeek 1: Concrete Moon Nightlight\nUnleash your creativity with concrete! This unique craft combines the tactile fun of play dough with the durability of a lasting keepsake.\nWeek 2: Water Painting (Suminagashi)\nDiscover the ancient Japanese art of “ink floating” to create mesmerizing water paintings. Frame your masterpiece and watch it brighten your home!\nWeek 3: 6-in-1 Wooden Cube Puzzle\nAssemble a customizable Ramadan-inspired multi-puzzle block designed to challenge and entertain kids of varying ages.\nAcrylic Suncatchers (Take-Home Set)\n\nDesign vibrant acrylic suncatchers that transform sunlight into beautiful window patterns—a perfect way to celebrate the season! \nFor those unable to attend in person\, we offer take-home craft kits for all four weeks. Pickup can be scheduled in advance. \nNote: No refunds are allowed due to the prior purchase of materials specific to each program. However\, you can transfer or gift your spot to someone else.\n \nImportant Notes: \n\nThese are parent-and-me activities—parents must stay and supervise their children throughout the event.\nOnly registered children will receive materials for the crafts.\nEach session is capped at 60 children\, so register early before we fill up! A second session may be added pending registration needs.\nRefunds are unavailable\, but you may transfer your spot or pick up the week’s materials by the end of the session.\nPrices will increase after February 1st.\n\nLet’s make this Ramadan memorable for our little ones! 🌟 \nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attaining spiritual or practical knowledge from any event or class held within the community center. To request a financial waiver\, message scholarship@mcceastbay.org \nAbout the Facilitator: \nSister Emira Mustafa founded Craft E Muslims\, a business that aims to creatively connect the heart and mind through fun\, innovative methods. \nShe has published two workbooks available on Amazon titled “Islamic Themed Fall Festival Activity Kit” and “Practically Preparing for Ramadan.” Her Etsy page features many Islamic-themed crafting kits sure to inspire a love of learning within our community. \nHere is one of her crafting videos on how to make a Rustic Eid Twinkle Light Banner: https://youtu.be/J8xIJOTy5dM \n\n\n– More Sr. Emira: http://mcceastbay.org/emira \n\n\n– More sessions for young Muslim children: http://mcceastbay.org/children \n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/ramadan-arts-and-crafts-program/2025-03-08/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Children
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