MCC East Bay

American Muslims: A History Revealed (Untold Stories of Muslims in USA)
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
The history of the United States is far more complex and storied than commonly understood or conveyed in standard U.S. History textbooks or courses of study. Often overlooked in most renderings of U.S. history are the histories of Muslims in America. American Muslims: A History Revealed addresses that knowledge gap by exploring significant moments in U.S. history through the lived experiences of American Muslims as told through archival sources, historic sites, and scholarly research.
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday, May 23 | MCC Conference Room | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
Adnan Dawood, a longtime MCC congregation member, will moderate the discussion. We will watch two episodes of this PBS series in the community: Little Mosque on the Prairie and How Islam Influenced Black Americans in 1920s Chicago.
As the Muslim holy month of Ramadan ends, we’re excited to share American Muslims: A History Revealed, a powerful PBS series that uncovers 200 years of Muslim American history. From enslaved African Muslims to pioneering, diverse immigrant communities, this series offers vital stories perfect for reflection. It is hosted by Amna Nawaz from PBS.
This PBS series moves beyond inclusion by exploring the histories of Muslims whose lives have been well documented in the archives. Rather than attempting to fit Muslim stories into an already established American historical narrative, the series seeks to expand the frame of that narrative to reveal that America has always been much more than any singular, narrow story about it. Further, the stories here are not intended to be a chronicle of accomplishments or contributions, of what Muslims have “given” to America, but how Muslims as Americans have transformed America as much as they have been transformed. These are not just stories of how Muslims become American, but of America’s becoming, an ongoing process that includes everyone, not just American Muslims. The episodes in this series thus offer a way to expand, deepen, pluralize, and complicate commonly held ideas about the stories of Muslims in America, and more significantly, of America itself.

– Watch the entire series at https://maestro.tv/picturemotion/american-muslims
– Discussion guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JxwrZ7taljwW4ej4Flf8VVs7EZ6nvJNA/view

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hoops | Shaykh Rami Nsour
2025-05-23 19:30 - 21:15 | Harvest Park Middle School, 4900 Valley Ave, Pleasanton, 94566, United States
For Elementary & Middle School Boys (Grades 3-8): Join us weekly for a Halaqa and hangout session to help our sons build connections, form bonds, create a brotherhood, and navigate school and social challenges as they grow into young men.
These sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident, faithful Muslim men. These Halaqas are for only Grades 3-8, no younger boys. The sessions are capped at 40 participants. Once limited spots are full, please join the waitlist. Pizza is included each week.
7:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. | Fridays | 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, & 5/23 | Harvest Park Middle School | $15/session | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-halaqa
Halaqa Rules:

Parents must pick up their child(ren) by 9:15 p.m. After that, parents will be charged a $1/min late fee (paid in cash).
Please bring your reusable water bottles.
Parents must sign in and sign out during pickup/drop off for safety measures.
Dads are required to volunteer for at least one session. Sessions will be canceled if there are not enough parents to volunteer.
Only registered kids within the valid age limit are allowed during the program.

For questions about the Halaqa, please contact Sr. Fouzia Alam at 925-330-4287.
MCC 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.
About the Halaqa Facilitators:
Shaykh Rami Nsour is a scholar, counselor, public speaker, teacher, and translator of Islamic texts. Spending over 10 years within the Mauritanian tradition (mahdara) system of studying Islam, Shaykh Rami received licensure (ijaza) to share his wisdom with students. Further enhancing his extensive study of fiqh, Nsour completed an extraordinary ‘in-residence’ experience, allowing him to research questions (fatawa) of Islamic faith, law, and practice.
Rami Nsour co-founded the Tayba Foundation, the first organization in the United States to offer a distance-learning program in Islamic Education to incarcerated men and women. Shaykh Rami has extensive experience in curriculum development, specifically in character (akhlaq), and holds a B.A. in Human Development with a focus on Early Childhood. He also obtained an M.A. in Educational Psychology. A resident of the San Francisco Bay Area, he lives with his wife and three children.
In addition, Rami has dedicated much of his time to teaching, conducting seminars, and counseling. He has spent much of his time teaching and aiding Muslims in prison and has seen how knowledge unlocks human potential. His students in the prisons have, in turn, taught countless people and invited many people to Islam. He was instrumental in co-founding Dar as-Salaam, a project dedicated to building and supporting a school in Mauritania. Shaykh Rami serves as a Senior Instructor at SeekersHub Global. Rami co-founded the Tayba Foundation, which has a correspondence program for Muslim inmates (http://www.taybafoundation.org/). In addition to traditional teaching licenses (ijazah), Rami holds a B.A. in Human Development focusing on Early Childhood. Rami resides in the San Francisco Bay Area, is married, and has two children.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Monthly Men’s Hike | Lake Chabot Regional Park
2025-05-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Valle Regional Park, 7000 Del Valle Rd, Livermore, CA, 94550, United States
For Brothers! Join a brotherhood that hikes through life’s ups and downs, finding strength and community in the great outdoors. Our Monthly MCC Brothers Hike caters to various fitness levels and explores East Bay’s serene landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking to start, we welcome you to share in this journey of fellowship and discovery.

Saturday, May 24 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Del Valle | No children, please (teenage boys, okay) | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike
If brothers want to walk around more, they can do it depending on their interest/time. The hike will be canceled with insufficient RSVPs, depending on the weather.

When: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Please arrive early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 8:10 a.m. and will start the hike. Please be on time since we cannot hold the group.
Carpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool from MCC is available for this hike.
Parking: $6
Meeting Point: Del Valle Arroyo Rd Staging Area
Trail: Del Valle
Distance: Around 7.6 miles.
Difficulty: Moderate.
Misc: Pack a snack and water for yourself. Wear hiking shoes if possible. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water, a hat, and a light jacket. Please download the All Trails map (free version) if you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful when navigating back to the parking lot.
RSVP: By Friday, May 23, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike

Mohammed Kadoura leads these monthly hikes for the brothers. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike, please call or text Br. Mohammed at (617) 935-7347. Please remember that we cannot hold all of the group, so we request you to please be on time.
For future hikes, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and add your phone number to the Men’s Hiking WhatsApp group.
Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, carry a water bottle, a small snack, a hat, sunglasses, and hiking poles if you have any.
Questions? hiking@mcceastbay.org
About this trail:
Head out on this 7.6-mile loop trail near Livermore, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 41 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are January through April.
Park Features: Deep in a valley framed by oak-covered hills, with sailboats and sailboards skimming over its waters, Del Valle is like a lakeside resort only 10 miles south of Livermore. 5,000 acre Del Valle Regional Park features two swim beaches, a boat launch, family and group camping (by reservation) and excellent, stocked fishing.
Trail Highlights: This hike around the northern part of the lake is removed from the busy swim beaches in the southern part of the lake; enjoy the wilderness feel and explore a part of Del Valle you may not have seen before. The contrast in scenery from the ridge of East Shore Trail and the lakeside Heron Bay Trail provides a diverse recreational experience. This hike features several steep climbs and descents and is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. There is a drinking fountain but no restrooms at the trailhead. Be sure to carry plenty of water on your hike.

Art Workshop for Special Needs Children
2025-05-24 14:00 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Special Needs Children in the Bay: Art is for everyone! Come and unleash your creativity in a welcoming and inclusive environment, where self-expression knows no bounds. All art supplies will be provided, allowing you to focus on exploring your imagination. Join us for a day filled with creativity, connection, and fun as we celebrate the joy of art together!
This art event is in collaboration with Girl Scouts Troop 30875 and MUHSEN.
Saturday, May 24 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | MCC Banquet Hall | Free; RSVP at mcceastbay.org/art-class
Questions? help@mcceastbay.org

Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person & virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira
2025-05-26 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-02 11:00 - 12:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club, where we have an active discussion, take away lessons for our daily lives, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. This year, we are reading from Our Lady Fatima al-Zahra (R.A.) by Muhammad Abduh Yamani.

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

Event Details:

The in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’26.

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

Book Purchase:

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

https://www.meccabooks.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra
https://store.celebratemercy.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra?srsltid=AfmBOoolySfro5MbF50JY0y6f-0yyRMdaGwsDMa2DqstKJWBykrF1Tpa
https://bookshop.rabata.org/search?q=pur+lady&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

For those local in the Bay Area:

Rumi Bookstore
Zaytuna Bookstore

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

About the Book

This book is about the life and virtues of the eminent lady Sayyidatunā Fāṭima al-Zahra ﵂. Through her, with Sayyidunā ‘Alī ﵁, the blessed lineage of her father, the Messenger of God ﷺ, was preserved. She resembled him in every way, and of all people she was the dearest to his heart. She stood with him ﷺ and strove always to serve and aid him, taking care of him after the death of her mother, Sayyidatunā Khadīja ﵂. Fāṭima was brave, strong, forbearing, dutiful, gracious, and protective. She was a loving mother and an inspiring example to her sons, Imams Ḥasan and Ḥusayn ﵁. Fāṭima al-Zahrā ﵂ tells the life story of its subject in a vivid, straightforward manner, linking it to the history of Islam from the early times of tribulation to the establishment of the Dīn and the Community based in al-Madīna. Its style and approach are very suitable for children, as well as for older readers. The author, Dr Muhammad Abduh Yamani (d.1431/2010), who served for several years as Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Information, was a distinguished educationalist, author and businessman, notable also for his piety and philanthropy.

Weekly Zumba Classes for Women & Girls | Reham Sedky
2025-05-27 10:00 - 11:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
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.
This class is designed for women and girls aged 12 and up. It’s open to everyone, and no experience is needed.
Please note this class is not recommended for anyone with back or knee issues.
Weekly 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
Classes will be canceled if fewer than five people register.
MCC 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

About the Instructor:
My 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.
Please join me, and let’s move, laugh, and grow stronger together, Insha’Allah!
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Virtual Family Caregiver Support Group | Arzina Ali
2025-05-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
For Family Caregivers of an Aging Family Member who is 60+, join us weekly for a virtual peer support group that aims to connect unpaid family caregivers who are caring for an aging adult (60+). Former caregivers are welcome to join and share their experiences, providing support.
Weekly on Wednesdays | Starts May 7 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Virtual only (not in person) | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/caregivers
Space is limited to 10 participants per week. Link will be provided to those who RSVP.
Sponsored by Muslim Aging and MCC East Bay.
About the facilitator:
Arzina Ali is a dedicated community member focused on addressing the long-term needs of aging Muslims through strategic partnerships, programming, education, research, and advocacy. Arzina is pursuing an MS in Gerontology at the University of Southern California (USC) and resides in Northern California with her family.
About the organization:
Muslim Aging is an organization committed to understanding and addressing the unique needs of aging American Muslims through programming, education, research, resources, and advocacy. Learn more at https://www.muslimaging.org
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org or info@muslimaging.org

Secrets of Divine Love – Men’s Book Club
2025-05-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-04 18:30 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join us for a weekly book club and discussion group as we collectively strive to mindfully open our hearts to Allah’s love for us and our love for Allah. We will read and reflect on A. Helwa’s internationally acclaimed book, Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam (Studying Qur’an & Hadith).
Each session will cover one chapter, including group discussions, reflections, and selected exercises from the book.
The first session will be abridged, focusing on the Introduction and the “Reading with an Open Heart” preface. It will also set the stage for the remainder of the series for those planning to attend most or all sessions.
While we encourage consistent attendance for the benefit of shared reflection and continuity, each session is self-contained, and participants are welcome to drop in even if they cannot commit to every week. Sidi Mohammed Kaddoura facilitates this group.
Starts May 14 | Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Conference Room | In-person only
Class Schedule (Download discussion guide)

Introduction & Reading with an Open Heart
May 14, 2025
Chapter 1 – Allah
May 21, 2025
Chapter 2 – Humanity
May 28, 2025
Chapter 3 – Qur’an
June 4, 2025
Chapter 4 – Islam / Iman / Ihsan
June 11, 2025
Chapter 5 – Tawba
June 18, 2025
Chapter 6 – Shahadah
June 25, 2025
Chapter 7 – Salat
July 2, 2025
Chapter 8 – Zakat
July 9, 2025
Chapter 9 – Ramadan
July 16, 2025
Chapter 10 – Hajj
July 23, 2025
Chapter 11 – Death
July 30, 2025
Chapter 12 – Heaven and Hell
August 6, 2025
Conclusion
August 13, 2025

Disclaimer
This book club is intended to stimulate thought and reflection, not to teach deen. It is not a fiqh or aqidah class. The book contains various concepts and references that may not align with traditional Islamic scholarship.
If you have any questions about what scholars say regarding a topic discussed in the book or during the sessions, we strongly recommend consulting a scholar you know and trust. You may also forward your question to the organizers so we can seek guidance from a qualified scholar and share it with the group.
We approach the book’s abstract ideas as thought experiments and the exercises as opportunities for spiritual reflection, not as a substitute for traditional Islamic scholarship.
Discussion Group Guidelines

Everyone has something to say; everyone has something to learn.
Shy participants are encouraged to contribute.
Talkative participants are encouraged to listen more.
Confidentiality is essential.
Do not share other participants’ reflections outside the group. It’s okay to say, “someone in my book club made me think about…” but not “so-and-so said…”
Give 70 excuses.
Assume good intentions. If disagreements arise, remember our shared goal is growth. We leave differences in the room and continue with brotherhood outside of it.
Maintain emotional awareness.
The topics we discuss may evoke strong emotions. All participants are expected to remain calm, respectful, and emotionally intelligent. Please avoid getting carried away in conversation. Proper etiquette is required at all times.

Book Purchase
Please purchase the book in advance if you want to follow along. Available at:
https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Divine-Love-Spiritual-Journey/dp/1734231203
Audiobook voiced by the author also available.
About the Book
Secrets of Divine Love was written for the longing heart, searching for meaning, hope, or healing. It is for anyone who has felt distant from God or overwhelmed by their imperfections.
This book serves as a guide back to divine peace and surrender. Through the practices and pillars of Islam, A. Helwa invites readers to unlock their spiritual potential and deepen their relationship with Allah. Blending Qur’an verses, Hadith, poetry, psychology, science, and mystical stories, the book offers a heart-based yet intellectually grounded approach to spiritual growth.

Author: A. Helwa
Paperback: 385 pages
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Naulit Publishing House

About the Author
Helwa believes the Divine deeply loves every person. Her popular blog, @quranquotesdaily, began as a personal effort during her Master of Divinity studies and has grown to inspire hundreds of thousands. With over 15 years of experience in Islamic spirituality and writing, she combines traditional sources and personal insight to help readers connect to Divine love in everyday life.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Mommy and Me Spring '25 Session | MCC's Mommy & Me Program
2025-05-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 | CA
In this eight-week session, our toddlers and pre-schoolers (ages 1-5) will develop love for Islam, Allah (swt), and RasulAllah (saw) through book reading, sing-alongs, Parachute Time, activities, and more!
Thursdays, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22, 05/29, & 06/05 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Conference Room | $120 for all 8 sessions, or $75 for 5 sessions, or $20 per session | Register at mcceastbay.org/happyhearts
These Mommy & Me sessions are designed for girls and boys ages one to four who are accompanied by a female guardian. Moms, grandmothers, and so on are welcome. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other moms and caretakers in the MCC community.
Our Mommy and Me sessions begin with dua and a salaam/greeting song and end with the Fi-Amanillah song and kid-favorite parachute time.
Questions? Happy Hearts Playgroup Facilitator Sr. Khadija at mommyandme@mcceastbay.org
MCC 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

Soul of My Soul Exhibit Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
2025-05-30 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Soul of My Soul Exhibit is tabling to raise funds for the Palestinian village of Um Al Khair, who were recently attacked by the occupation army and settlers. Please visit their table to learn more about their work and the village they are fundraising for.

Zara Initiative Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
2025-05-30 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Ahead of Eid al-Adha 2025, Zara Initiative runs the 2025 Qurbani Campaign. You can do your Qurbani and distribute the meat to some needy families. Join them in feeding orphans, widows, and vulnerable families in Afghanistan.

Unified Muslim Community Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2025-05-30 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
The Unified Muslim Community in San Leandro is establishing a permanent and dedicated space for the sisters’ Musalla, which they are currently renting.
To complete this blessed endeavor, they need to raise $115,000 by June 10, 2025, to close escrow.
Visit their table this Friday to show your support.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2025-05-30 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Dr. Youssef Ismail delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Ustadh Omar Naisan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., 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 third, or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon
– More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar
– More Dr. Youssef: http://mcceastbay.org/youssef
– More Ustadh Omar: https://mcceastbay.org/omar

For 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.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Dr. Youssef Ismail delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Ustadh Omar Naisan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., 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 third, or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon
– More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar
– More Dr. Youssef: http://mcceastbay.org/youssef
– More Ustadh Omar: https://mcceastbay.org/omar

For 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.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, May 30, 2025:

1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Dr. Youssef Ismail delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Ustadh Omar Naisan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., 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 third, or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Ustadh Feraidoon: http://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon
– More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar
– More Dr. Youssef: http://mcceastbay.org/youssef
– More Ustadh Omar: https://mcceastbay.org/omar

For 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.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Merits of the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah | Shaykh Talal Ahdab
2025-05-30 20:30 - 21:45 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
The month of Dhul Hijjah is upon us! See here for details about the Eid al-Adha prayers.
According to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the first 10 days of this month are a special time for devotion. This applies to all Muslims, not just those partaking in the pilgrimage.
To help you get in the spirit of this blessed time, join Shaykh Talal Ahdab to learn the significance of Dhul Hijjah – an overlooked gem in the Islamic calendar. He will share beautiful stories from the Prophet’s ﷺ life and practical advice to prepare us for Dhul Hijjah.
8:30 p.m. – 9:45 p.m. | Friday, May 30 | In-person in MCC Prayer Hall or watch virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live

– 1st Dhul-Hijjah: Wednesday, May 28
“Righteous deeds done in the first ten days of the month of Dhul Hijjah are more beloved to Allah than any other days.” (BUKHARI)

– Thursday, June 5 The Day of Arafah
“Fasting on the Day of Arafah expiates for sins of the previous year and the coming year (MUSLIM) *Break your fast at MCC*

– Friday, June 6 Eid Al-Adha
Celebrate Eid in the community at one of four prayer services held in partnership with the San Ramon Valley Islamic Center.

Make the Most of the Blessed Days of Dhul Hijjah

– Talks & Sermons on Dhul Hijjah: https://mcceastbay.org/dhul-hijjah
– Guide for Dhul Hijjah’s First Ten Days: https://mcceastbay.org/hijjah-guide
– What is Special About the Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah? | Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said
– Dhul Hijjah: 10-Day Game Plan & Checklist (Yaqeen Institute): https://mcceastbay.org/hijjah-plan
– Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah: A Planner for Your Good Deeds (A Continous Charity): https://mcceastbay.org/hijjah-planner
– The Eid Takbeers (pdf version): https://mcceastbay.org/takbeer
– The Eid Takbeers (one-hour audio loop): https://mcceastbay.org/takbir

Please know that your Community Center and your charity dollars are working hard to continue to serve our community and keep pace with the steady food and monetary demand during these difficult times for some of your East Bay neighbors.

Please remember MCC in your giving and donate now to replenish the Sadaqa & Zakat funds. Donate at https://mcceastbay.org/donate

The Messenger (PBUH) of Allah said, “There are no days during which righteous action is so pleasing to Allah than these days (the first 10 days of Dhul HIjjah).” [Bukhari]

– Read Qur’an
– Make Dua
– Increase Nawaafil (voluntary) prayers
– Fasting
– Dhikr
– Charity

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Ibn ‘Abbas (May Allah be pleased with them) reported: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “There are no days during which the righteous action is so pleasing to Allah than these days (i.e., the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah).” He was asked: “O Messenger of Allah, not even Jihad in the Cause of Allah?” He (PBUH) replied, “Not even Jihad in the Cause of Allah, except in case one goes forth with his life and his property and does not return with either of it.” [Al- Bukhari]

‘By the dawn; by the ten nights’
The Noble Qur’an (89:1-2)

Assalamu ‘Alaykum,
The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are so virtuous that Allah (swt) swears by them in the Qur’an: “By the dawn; by the ten nights”. The Qur’an also reminds us: “Remember Allah during the appointed days.”
In the hadith, we find The Prophet ﷺ mention: “There are no days greater and more beloved to Allah than these ten days of Dhul Hijjah, so increase in them your declaration of the oneness of Allah (tahleel), your exaltation of him (takbeer), and your praise of Him (tahmeed).”
The scholars remind us to spend these sacred days by increasing in worship, specifically:

Fast for the first 9 days, or at least on Day of ‘Arafah (9th of Dhul-Hijjah) — which is on Friday, July 8.
Increase in your recitation of the Qur’an – at least Surah Yaseen after Fajr, Surah Waqi’ah & Mulk anytime after Maghrib.
Increase in Sadaqah — aim to give a small amount every day.
Increase in supererogatory (nawafil) prayers — maintain all your sunnah prayers & aim to wake for tahajjud.
Increase in Istighfar (seeking forgiveness) — aim for 100X a day.
Reach out to your relatives, forgive & forget the past.
Significantly increase your Salawaat upon the Prophet (ﷺ) — aim for 100X a day.

Make Du’a and talk to Allah as much as you can.
JazakAllah Khayr
Imam Tahir Anwar

Zumba Classes for Women & Girls
2025-05-31 09:00 - 10:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Women and 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 and mental well-being and the chance to make fitness an enjoyable part of your routine lifestyle.
This class is designed for women and girls aged 12 and up. It’s open to everyone, and no experience is needed.
Please note this class is not recommended for anyone with back or knee issues.
Saturday, May 24 & 31 | 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. | Conference Room (private space) | $15/session | Register at mcceastbay.org/zumba
Classes will be canceled if fewer than five people register.
MCC 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
About the Instructor:
My 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.
Please join me, and let’s move, laugh, and grow stronger together, Insha’Allah!
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Monthly Sisters' Mawlid
2025-05-31 11:00 - 13:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Sisters: Join us monthly for sisters’ Mawlid for a gathering of remembrance and Dhikr.
Connect more with Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as we gather on the fourth Saturday of each month in remembrance and dhikr.
Every fourth Saturday (except for May ’25) | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Pre-K room | In-person only | Free; no RSVP required

Sisters and children welcome. No boys over the age of eight are allowed.
Dates for Monthly Women’s Mawlid at MCC East Bay

– Saturday, November 23, 2024
– Saturday, December 28, 2024
– Saturday, January 25, 2025
– Saturday, February 22, 2025
– No session in Ramadan in March ’25
– Saturday, April 26, 2025
– Saturday, May 31, 2025 (date changed due to Memorial Day weekend)

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
The Mawlid is a joyous expression of the greatest blessing from Allah.
We take this blessed opportunity monthly to remind ourselves of the three sacred rights that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ requires from us, instilling in us a deep sense of respect and reverence.

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

The second two (loving and obeying) are not entirely possible without genuinely recognizing the first – who the Messenger of Allah ﷺ was. This recognition enlightens us and deepens our knowledge of his teachings.

Private Event
2025-05-31 15:30 - 19:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
To rent the MCC East Bay facility space: https://mcceastbay.org/rental

Prayer Hall & Banquet Hall

Ladies Games Night
2025-05-31 18:00 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
This will be a fun evening for us adult sisters to mingle, eat, connect, and play games. For sisters (ages 16+) – this event is for you! The evening consists of food, icebreakers, and a variety of friendly games inspired by “Minute to Win It” games, which are quick, hilarious challenges that are sure to keep everyone entertained in a halal manner. Games will include:

Oven Mitts Unwrapping Gift Box Game
Food Challenge
No Hands Pass the Hot Potato
Stacking Cups + much more!

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Saturday, May 31 | MCC Conference Room | $20/person | Register at mcceastbay.org/ladies-night
So whether you’re “in it to win” or just there for some halal fun, you don’t want to miss it. It will be a great chance to get to know our sisters in a fun and relaxed setting. Join us for an evening of sisterhood, laughter, and a little friendly competition. Organized and hosted by Sister Maha, PIZZA and small prizes will be awarded throughout the night, inshAllah.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a person from attending any event or class held within the community center. To request a financial waiver, message scholarship@mcceastbay.org

#TeamFajr Monthly Sunday Breakfast & Qur'an Khatam
2025-06-01 05:20 - 06:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
“If people knew the reward in praying Fajr & Isha in a congregation, they would go to the Masjid even if they had to crawl” [Bukhari & Muslim]
Join Qari Amar Bellaha on the first Sunday of each month. Pray the pre-dawn prayer in congregation (5:15 a.m.), followed by recitations of Surah Yaseen and Al-Wird Al-Latif (booklets provided) in unison, community dua, and following sunup, Salat al-Ishraq prayer in congregation. Qari Amar will also lead the Khatam (completion) of the Qur’an. Each month, congregation members complete one Juz of the Holy Qur’an. Please finish your Juz by the first Sunday of each month. Sign up for Juz at mcceastbay.org/juz This program is also streamed virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live. 2025 Sunday Monthly Khatam with Qari Amar Bellaha:

– January 5, 2025
– February 2, 2025
– No TeamFajr in Ramadan
– April 6, 2025
– May 4, 2025
– June 1, 2025
– July 6, 2025
– August 3, 2025
– September 7, 2025
– October 5, 2025
– November 2, 2025
– December 7, 2025

There are numerous benefits and virtues of reciting the Holy Qur’an and sending Salawat upon Rasulullah (S). Along with bringing great barakah into our lives, these two acts of ‘ibadah are a means by which Allah elevates our rank in Jannah. Though it may be challenging to make a habit of tilawah (recitation) and Salawat individually, there is strength in our numbers. Join your MCC community in our goal of collectively completing a Qur’an khatam. Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

More Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar
Imam al-Haddad’s litanies (al-Wird al-Latif): https://mcceastbay.org/wird
The Prophet (Peace be upon him) said, “He who performs the Fajr will be under the protection of Allah.” [Muslim]
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “The best prayer before Allah is the Fajr prayer on Friday in the congregation.”

Pre Eid al-Adha Bazar '25
2025-06-01 11:00 - 17:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Before the Eid al-Adha festivities this Friday, come to MCC to shop from community vendors at our annual pre-Eid al-Adha bazaar!
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Sunday, June 1, 2025 | MCC Parking Lot or MCC Lobby (depending on the weather)
Admission is free. Bring the entire family!
Get henna art and shop for jewelry, clothes, soaps, hijabs, Islamic books, dolls, abayas, and more!
Don’t miss this opportunity to support our local vendors and shop before Eid.List of Vendors:

Elegant Designs
Asiyah’s Collection
Lavadel beauty and boutique
Egyptian Store
Indonesian Muslim Community
Al Haya collection
Zeinatpalestine
Sunnah healing remedies
Ruby Gifts Boutique
Arabian Gifts شرقيات
Arabian thread
Modestly
Hi-5 Trends

FOR VENDORS:
*Positively full* Limited vendor spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis in the MCC Foyer. Complete the interest form at mcceastbay.org/bazar-eid
If you have questions about this bazaar, please email bazar@mcceastbay.org or call Sister Shazia Ashraf at (925) 640-2967.

Kids & Youth Islamic Summer Camp | Indira Kaljo
2025-06-02 10:00 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Boys and girls Ages 4-7 (one group) and 8-11 (Boys and girls will be separated): This summer, enroll your child in a dynamic camp designed to enrich their Deen through engaging play, educational activities, arts, and sports. All groups will have a maximum of 1 teacher for every 10 kids.
We will have daily Islamic knowledge classes, outdoor games, nature activities, arts and crafts, sports, snacks, water balloon fun, and more! Each unit lasts approximately 45 minutes, with time for lunch and prayer.
Monday through Friday* | June 2, 2025 – Aug. 1, 2025 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | $360/week | Banquet Hall | You can reserve for 1 week at a time or 4-9 weeks at a $50 per week discount. Register at mcceastbay.org/islamic-camp.
*Updated schedule.
For this camp, we are offering a 10% discount for siblings. Please email operations@mcceastbay.org to receive the discount code.
Bring water bottles and lunch for the day. Friday’s lunch will be provided for all attendees! Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes, and bring prayer clothes for Dhuhr prayer.
MCC 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
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

About the Instructor
Indira Kaljo is the founder of Almadina Mustangs. Sr. Indira is hugely excited to offer summer camps at MCC East Bay for the second year! She holds a Master’s degree in Science, emphasizing Physical Education. Over the last twelve years, she has organized summer and winter camps for youth in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Bosnia, and California. Sr. Indira is passionate about working with children and youth to provide a safe, fun, and enriching space for them to enjoy their summer! Sr. Indira looks to hire highly energetic, positive, and knowledgeable Muslims to offer beneficial and enjoyable sessions throughout the camp day, insha’Allah. She has played professional basketball and has been a director of various programs since 2014.
College Counselor Team:
Girls Counselor and Lead: Sr. Masoma brings years of hands-on experience teaching at various Islamic summer camps, Sunday schools, and community programs throughout the Bay Area. A Hafidhah of the Quran and dedicated youth mentor, she has led Quran, Islamic studies, and character-building classes. Masoma is passionate about creating meaningful spaces where young people feel supported, inspired, and connected to their faith. She founded a literacy nonprofit, coordinated outreach efforts, and served on various leadership boards. This summer, she’s excited to bring her energy and love for teaching to make it unforgettable in sha Allah. She will also be a supervisor of the camp and your point of contact for girls.
Boys Counselor and Lead: Br. Kashif, a senior at San Jose State, finished Hifz in 2018. He attended K-8th grade at Northstar Islamic School, learning everything from advanced Fiqh and Islamic studies to Seerah. He has experience teaching children throughout the years, being an after-school maktab teacher for Quran and Islamic studies. He enjoys being involved with growing children’s knowledge of everything Islam promotes, not just in the textbooks but in real-world scenarios. He looks forward to having fun with the campers this summer!
If interested in working the camps, please email her at almadinasportsacademy@gmail.com by May 15, 2025. Prior experience working with children is required, and a degree in child development is preferred but not mandatory.

MCC’s Annual Day of Arafat Talk & Iftar Community Dinner (Eve of Eid)
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
7 p.m. – Qur’an recitation by Qari Amar Bellaha

7:15 p.m. – Talk & Q&A with Sheikh Hamzah Abdul-Malik

8:15 p.m. – Ending dua with Qari Amar Bellaha

8:30 p.m. – Maghrib and Iftaar dinner

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Thursday, June 5, 2025 | Conference Room & Banquet Hall | $5/person; RSVP at http://mcceastbay.org/arafat
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

– Details about the Eid al-Adha prayers 2025: https://mcceastbay.org/event/eid-al-adha-25
– More talks on Dhull Hijjah: http://mcceastbay.org/dhul-hijjah
– Merits of the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah | Shaykh Talal Ahdab: https://mcceastbay.org/event/the-ten-honored-days
– More Hajj talks & sermons: https://mcceastbay.org/hajj

The day before Eid al-Adha is the blessed Day of Arafah, when the Hajj pilgrims gather in worship on the plains of Arafah.

About this particular day, our Prophet (PBUH) teaches us: “Fasting on the Day of ‘Arafah absolves the sins for two years: the previous year and the coming year … ” [Muslim]

Please fast on Arafah and join your community for a complimentary Iftar at sunset. RSVP is required so we can have enough dinner for you and your family. The registration cost is nominal, designed to hold community members accountable for the sponsored food at this special annual Iftar event.

Here are also ten acts to do in the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah. More about these sacred ten days.

Deeds of the Day of Arafah

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Fasting the day of Arafah expiates the sins of two years: the past one and the coming one.” (Muslim). So, don’t miss the reward of fasting it, and join the community iftars at Masjid Annoor and the Qur’an Center on that day.

Also, increase your dhikr, recitation of the Qur’an, good deeds, and duas before the morning of Eid. Don’t forget to include in your duaas your family, friends, relatives, neighbors, MCC community, and the wider Ummah, and make a special dua for our brothers in Gaza/Palestine on this special day.

https://youtu.be/Lx4aHJeOews?si=NvuEESL67dOF-Xsd

Things to Do on the Day of Arafah

1. Fasting on the Day of Arafah
The Day of Arafah fasting is highly encouraged and recommended for those not going on Hajj.

“Fasting on the Day of Arafah expiates the sins of the past year and the coming year.” (Muslim)

2. Du’aa of Arafah The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said of the Day of Arafah dua:

“The most excellent dua is the dua on the Day of Arafah, and the best of what I and the prophets before me have said is “There is nothing that deserves to be worshipped in truth except Allah; he is Alone and has no partner, to Him belongs the dominion and to Him belongs all praise, and He is All-Powerful over all things.'” (Muwatta)

لا إله إلا الله وحده لا شريك له ، له الملك ، وله الحمد ، وهو على كل شيء قدير

3. Making Tahleel, Takbeer, Tahmeed and Tasbeeh It is a Sunnah of our Prophet (PBUH) to recite the Tahleel, Takbeer, and Tahmeed as many times as possible on the day of Arafah and also on the days of Tashreeq (11th, 12th, and 13th of Dhul Hijjah).

Tahleel is to say “Laa ilaaha il-lal-laah”
Takbeer is to say “Allahu Akbar”
Tahmeed is to say “Alhamdulillaah”
Tasbeeh is to say “Subhanallaah”

4. Seek forgiveness from Almighty Allah The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:

“On this day, Allah, the most Exalted, descends to the nearest heaven, and He is proud of His servants on the earth and says to those in heavens, look at My servants, they have come from far and near, with hair dishevelled and faces covered with dust, to seek my Mercy. Even if their sins are as much the sand or the froth of the sea, I shall forgive them.”

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Thursday, June 5, 2025 | Conference Room & Banquet Hall | $5/person; RSVP at http://mcceastbay.org/arafat

“Fasting on the Day of ‘Arafah absolves the sins for two years: the previous year and the coming year … ” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) [Muslim]

Please join us for MCC’s Annual Arafat Iftar the evening before Eid-ul-Adha.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Thursday, June 5, 2025 | Conference Room & Banquet Hall | $5/person; RSVP at http://mcceastbay.org/arafat

7 p.m. – Qur’an recitation by Qari Amar Bellaha

7:15 p.m. – Talk & Q&A with Sheikh Hamzah Abdul-Malik

8:15 p.m. – Ending dua with Qari Amar Bellaha

8:30 p.m. – Maghrib and Iftaar dinner

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Thursday, June 5, 2025 | Conference Room & Banquet Hall | $5/person; RSVP at http://mcceastbay.org/arafat
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

– Details about the Eid al-Adha prayers 2025: https://mcceastbay.org/event/eid-al-adha-25
– More talks on Dhull Hijjah: http://mcceastbay.org/dhul-hijjah
– Merits of the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah | Shaykh Talal Ahdab: https://mcceastbay.org/event/the-ten-honored-days
– More Hajj talks & sermons: https://mcceastbay.org/hajj

The day before Eid al-Adha is the blessed Day of Arafah, when the Hajj pilgrims gather in worship on the plains of Arafah.

About this particular day, our Prophet (PBUH) teaches us: “Fasting on the Day of ‘Arafah absolves the sins for two years: the previous year and the coming year … ” [Muslim]

Please fast on Arafah and join your community for a complimentary Iftar at sunset. RSVP is required so we can have enough dinner for you and your family. The registration cost is nominal, designed to hold community members accountable for the sponsored food at this special annual Iftar event.

Here are also ten acts to do in the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah. More about these sacred ten days.

Deeds of the Day of Arafah

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Fasting the day of Arafah expiates the sins of two years: the past one and the coming one.” (Muslim). So, don’t miss the reward of fasting it, and join the community iftars at Masjid Annoor and the Qur’an Center on that day.

Also, increase your dhikr, recitation of the Qur’an, good deeds, and duas before the morning of Eid. Don’t forget to include in your duaas your family, friends, relatives, neighbors, MCC community, and the wider Ummah, and make a special dua for our brothers in Gaza/Palestine on this special day.

https://youtu.be/Lx4aHJeOews?si=NvuEESL67dOF-Xsd

Things to Do on the Day of Arafah

1. Fasting on the Day of Arafah
The Day of Arafah fasting is highly encouraged and recommended for those not going on Hajj.

“Fasting on the Day of Arafah expiates the sins of the past year and the coming year.” (Muslim)

2. Du’aa of Arafah The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said of the Day of Arafah dua:

“The most excellent dua is the dua on the Day of Arafah, and the best of what I and the prophets before me have said is “There is nothing that deserves to be worshipped in truth except Allah; he is Alone and has no partner, to Him belongs the dominion and to Him belongs all praise, and He is All-Powerful over all things.'” (Muwatta)

لا إله إلا الله وحده لا شريك له ، له الملك ، وله الحمد ، وهو على كل شيء قدير

3. Making Tahleel, Takbeer, Tahmeed and Tasbeeh It is a Sunnah of our Prophet (PBUH) to recite the Tahleel, Takbeer, and Tahmeed as many times as possible on the day of Arafah and also on the days of Tashreeq (11th, 12th, and 13th of Dhul Hijjah).

Tahleel is to say “Laa ilaaha il-lal-laah”
Takbeer is to say “Allahu Akbar”
Tahmeed is to say “Alhamdulillaah”
Tasbeeh is to say “Subhanallaah”

4. Seek forgiveness from Almighty Allah The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:

“On this day, Allah, the most Exalted, descends to the nearest heaven, and He is proud of His servants on the earth and says to those in heavens, look at My servants, they have come from far and near, with hair dishevelled and faces covered with dust, to seek my Mercy. Even if their sins are as much the sand or the froth of the sea, I shall forgive them.”

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Eid-al Adha 2025 @ SRVIC/MCC & Rancho San Ramon Park
2025-06-06 07:00 - 12:30 | CA
Based on the moon sighting, Eid al-Adha ’25 will be on Friday, June 6, 2025. Please plan to fast on Thursday, June 5, and join your community at MCC on the blessed Day of Arafat, the day before Eid.

Please join us at one of four prayer services on Eid morning:

First Eid Prayer Service

Location: SRVIC Prayer Hall
7 a.m.: Eid prayer *Please arrive at the SRVIC Prayer Hall by 6:45 a.m*
Khateeb: Hafiz Yusuf Bello

Second Eid Prayer Service

Location: MCC East Bay Prayer Hall *Special needs family friendly (see below)*
7 a.m.: Eid prayer *Please arrive at the MCC Prayer Hall by 6:45 a.m*
Khateeb: Sidi Afraz Khan

Third Eid Prayer Service

Location: Rancho San Ramon Community Park, 1998 Rancho Park Loop, San Ramon, CA 94582
9 a.m.: Eid prayer *Please arrive at the prayer site by 8:45 a.m*
Khateeb: Shaykh Talal Ahdab

Fourth Eid Prayer Service

Location: Rancho San Ramon Community Park, 1998 Rancho Park Loop, San Ramon, CA 94582
10:30 a.m.: Eid prayer *Please arrive at the prayer site by 10:15 a.m*
Khateeb: Sheikh Hamza Abdul-Malik

Please bring your prayer mat, an umbrella, and a water bottle for the grass field. We will have a limited number of prayer mats available at the park location.

Parking

– Serve your community by volunteering as a parking attendant: https://mcceastbay.org/eid-volunteer

*🌙✨ Special Need Families! Join us for Eid Salah at MCC East Bay!📅 Friday, June 6, 2025 | 🕖 7 AM PST🏠 MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, CAWe’re providing a Quiet Room in Room 16 for families with special needs — because everyone deserves a peaceful and inclusive Eid experience 💙
The takbeerat begins 15 minutes before each Eid prayer, which starts promptly. The sermon follows the Eid prayer. Please remember that the Khutbah (sermon) follows each prayer, so please pay attention to it. Please also fast with the community on the blessed day of Arafat, which falls on Thursday, June 5. RSVP here for dinner.

For Qurbani donation and Bay Area slaughter options: https://mcceastbay.org/qurbani

Please also play the Eid Takbeers in your car on the way to the Eid prayer.

Eid Al Adha Mubarak to you all! Thank you for being the best part of San Ramon Valley Islamic Center (SRVIC) & Muslim Community Center – East Bay (MCC East Bay).

Wishing you all a blessed Eid celebration. May Allah accept all of our duas and ibadah, Ameen!

◾ Watch the Eid Services Live on YouTube: http://mcceastbay.org/live

◾ Watch the Eid Services Live on Facebook: http://mcceastbay.org/facebook

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRxgWgxsu3Q&list=PL9uyRQTMUugm9mvdn77Yv5nC6bfFJDYp7

https://youtu.be/ohpzeUf9w9c?si=G7-QdVJKPlAceCdo

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

What is Special About the Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah? – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said: https://seekersguidance.org/articles/prophetic-guidance/blessing-ten-days-dhul-hijjah

The Messenger (PBUH) of Allah said, “There are no days during which righteous action is so pleasing to Allah than these days (the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah).” [Bukhari]

– Read Qur’an

– Make Dua

– Increase Nawaafil (voluntary) prayers

– Increase fasting

– Increase Dhikr (supplications)

– Increase charity

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Ibn ‘Abbas (May Allah be pleased with them) reported: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “There are no days during which the righteous action is so pleasing to Allah than these days (i.e., the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah).” He was asked: “O Messenger of Allah, not even Jihad in the Cause of Allah?” He (PBUH) replied, “Not even Jihad in the Cause of Allah, except in case one goes forth with his life and property and does not return with either of it.” [Al-Bukhari]

It is an excellent sunnah to do Qurbani/Udhiyah to feed the poor in these times. Some scholars may have viewed it as obligatory. However, most see it as a voluntary (sunnah/mustahab) act. For those who wish to do Qurbani, it is mustahab (or voluntary sunnah) to avoid cutting hair and nails until the Qurbani is slaughtered. However, if you cut any hair or nails, your Qurbani is accepted and does not affect the validity.

Deeds of the Day of Arafah

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Fasting the day of Arafah expiates the sins of two years: the past one and the coming one.” (Muslim). So, don’t miss the reward of fasting it, and join the community iftars at Masjid Annoor and the Qur’an Center on that day.

Also, increase your dhikr, recitation of the Qur’an, good deeds, and duas before the morning of Eid. Don’t forget to include your family, friends, relatives, neighbors, MCC community, and the wider Ummah in your duas, and make a special dua for our brothers in Gaza/Palestine on this special day.

*The Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle, so significant days shift forward 11 days each year. The sighting of the moon determines the start and end of Ramadan and Eid.
According to the regional moonsighting, Eid Al Adha ’24 will be celebrated on Friday, June 6. MCC follows the traditional moon-sighting method, which relies on regional, verifiable naked-eye sightings of the new crescent moon to determine the start of all Hijri months. Please see this video to understand this practice. MCC honors the variation at the beginning of each Islamic month based on the new moon being sighted on different days in different places, and some communities do moon calculations. All are valid. Please observe with your community.

MCC follows the traditional moon-sighting method, which relies on regional, verifiable naked-eye sightings of the new crescent moon to determine the start of all Hijri months. Please see this video to understand this practice. MCC honors the variation at the beginning of each Islamic month based on the new moon being sighted on different days in different places, and some communities do moon calculations. All are valid. Please observe with your community.

The first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are here—days our Prophet (peace be upon him) described as the best days of the year.
Your support to MCC East Bay during these blessed days helps Tri-Valley Muslims find faith in community with:

Islamic education and spiritual growth

Life Skills programs that restore faith and hope to our youth

One-on-one support for hundreds of Zakat-eligible families who are trying to keep the wolf from the door.

This is sadaqah jariyah—an ongoing charity that continues to benefit long after these ten days end.
Give now and amplify your reward during the days Allah loves most.
May Allah reward you abundantly.

Miraaj Academy Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2025-06-06 13:30 - 16:00 | CA
Shaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik founded Miraaj Academy in 2017. Learn about how you can support their work to help provide scholarships for zakat-eligible Imams in training.
A Dream Deferred: Transforming Young Lives Today
Founded in 2017, our academy is the realization of Imam Hamzah Abdul-Malik’s dream that began over two decades ago. Our founder, a young teenager at the time, aspired to win the Moroccan Qur’an recitation competition and use the prize – acres of land – to establish a Qur’an school for young American Muslims. Years later, while reciting Qur’an at Muhammad Ali’s memorial, Imam Hamzah Abdul-Malik was inspired to create a leadership academy where young Muslim boys could learn to apply the teachings of the Qur’an in their lives. Miraaj Academy is committed to nurturing the hearts and minds of young Muslims, providing them with the tools they need to succeed in all aspects of their lives Insha Allah.
Our Mission
At Miraaj Academy, we are committed to nurturing and guiding the next generation of young Muslims to become the torchbearers of their faith, future scholars, and leaders in their communities Insha Allah. As a dedicated institution to Islamic education in America, we embrace the weighty yet fulfilling task of fostering an environment that instills deep-rooted traditional Islamic values and teaches student how to put their faith into practice through serving their community.
Inspired by Prophet Muhammad’s (SA) spiritual journey, our mission is to seamlessly blend Islamic teachings with academic excellence, guiding our youth towards virtuous, knowledgeable, and responsible adulthood. Through our holistic approach, rooted in the fusion of Eastern and Western educational philosophies, we foster growth and excellence in our students, emphasizing mastery, understanding, teaching, and implementation of essential sciences and skills.
Our Vision
Our vision at Miraaj Academy is to be recognized as a premier educational institution that embodies excellence in Islamic education and academic achievement. We aspire to cultivate a dynamic learning environment where students are inspired to explore their faith, engage with diverse perspectives, and pursue intellectual curiosity.
Guided by the principles of Prophet Muhammad’s spiritual journey, we envision a future where our graduates emerge as compassionate leaders, empowered with the knowledge, skills, and moral fortitude to positively impact their communities and contribute to the betterment of society InSha Allah.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2025-06-06 13:30 - 16:00 | CA
1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Imam Hamzah Malik delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Mufti Saaleh Baseer delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Ustadh Mohammad Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Hafiz Abdullah Ayyaz Qadri delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., 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 third, or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live

For 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.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Imam Hamzah Malik delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Mufti Saaleh Baseer delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Ustadh Mohammad Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Hafiz Abdullah Ayyaz Qadri delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., 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 third, or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live

For 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.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, June 6, 2025:

1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Imam Hamzah Malik delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Mufti Saaleh Baseer delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Ustadh Mohammad Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Hafiz Abdullah Ayyaz Qadri delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., 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 third, or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live

For 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.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

New Muslim Eid Brunch | MCC Convert Care Team
2025-06-08 11:00 - 14:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Converts and Friends/Family Only: Join us for brunch as we welcome new Muslim brothers and sisters into the deen and our community for Eid

Sunday, June 8 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.| Banquet Hall | In-person only | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brunch

– How MCC supports new Muslims: https://mcceastbay.org/convert-care

– Recordings of educational talks for the reverts playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/after-shahada

– Shahadah moments at the MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/shahada

Questions? mentorship@mcceastbay.org
