MCC East Bay

Maristan Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-10-11 13:30 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Maristan offers culturally and religiously tailored mental health services for individuals to explore well-being within their faith. They aim to raise awareness about mental health in Muslim communities and beyond, breaking down stigmas and fostering a supportive environment for holistic healing. Visit their table this Friday to learn about their support programs, resources, and a clinic operating at MCC.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2024-10-11 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024:

*Heavy parking congestion. Please, kindly avoid this service 🙂 *

Dr. Rushain Abbasi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

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

– Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center.

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

– Hafiz Atef Arabi 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. @ MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service each week at Rosewood Commons, 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the second or fourth Jumuah 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

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Sidi Rushain: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/rushain

– More Hafiz Atef: http://mcceastbay.org/atef
– More Ustadh Omar: http://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

Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout | Sidi Zeeshan Mukhtar
2024-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
*Due to popular demand, sessions are full*
For middle school boys aged 8-13: Join us over three Fridays in October for a Halaqa and hang-out session to help them make connections and bonds, form 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 ages 8-13—no younger boys. The sessions are capped at 30 teens. Once limited spots are full, please join the waitlist.
Pizza is included each week.
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | 10/11, 10/18 & 10/25 | MCC Banquet Hall | $10/week | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-hangout
The MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a family in the East Bay from benefiting from any offering at the MCC facility. To request a financial waiver, please complete the application at mcceastbay.org/scholarship
Our partner SRVIC also hosts a middle school boy’s halaqa in October on Oct 4 and October 11 with Sidi Hasseb Sadat: https://srvic.org/event/boys-pre-teen-halaqa-with-haseeb-sadat/
About the halaqa facilitators
Azmat Zeeshan Mukhtar is a local father and mentor from our community who enjoys sports and kids. He will organize the activities and bring on some other dads to help volunteer and make this a rewarding activity for our young Muslim boys. Brother Zeeshan Mukhtar has previously led similar sessions at his son’s school, and in the past, he coached flag football for boys at MCC.
Sister Fouzia Alam, a mother of three boys, is collaborating to launch the Boys’ Halaqa. She has extensive experience and organized numerous Bay Area enrichment programs.

New Muslims Brunch | Marhaba Team
2024-10-12 11:00 - 14:00
For Converts and Friends/Family: Join us over a brunch to keep the connections alive and to stay connected with people who bring beauty and Deen into our lives! Indulge in fluffy waffles and many other treats for everyone.
Saturday, Oct. 12 | 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 reverts playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/after-shahada
– Shahadah moments at the MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/shahada

Questions? marhaba@mcceastbay.org

Women's Mawlid | Hooria Fahim Qadri
2024-10-12 17:45 - 20:30
Join us for an evening with Hooria Fahim Quadri for the ladies’ Milad Un Nabi celebration (program and naat recitation in Urdu).
Saturday, Oct. 12 | 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Women and girls only | Register at mcceastbay.org/womens-mawlid

Schedule:

5:30 pm – Arrival
5:45 pm – Program begins
6:00 pm – Intro to guests
6:45 pm – Break for Maghrib
7:00 pm – Program resumes
7:30 pm – Program ends
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm – Dinner
8:30 pm – Isha prayers

Hooria Fahim Qadri is a world-renowned Naat Khawan from Pakistan. Hooria began her career at a young age, performing at her school’s annual function when she was only five. Her family has supported her passion, and her sister is also involved in reciting Naats. Hooria has released over 15 albums and continues to work on new projects. Hooria has a significant following globally and has performed in various countries, including the UK, encouraging women to participate in Naat recitation. Her contributions to Naat recitation have made her a respected figure in the Islamic community, with a strong fan base and numerous audio and video recordings available online. Find her https://www.youtube.com/@HooriaFahim

Purification of the Heart: A Call for Inner Healing | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
2024-10-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-30 19:00 - 20:00
Wednesdays, Starts May 1 | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Walnut Creek Islamic Center | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live

Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the popular text Purification of the Heart by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, where we will have an opportunity to go over the following:

Delve into the heart’s role in personal governance

Explore traditional Tazkiya practices for spiritual purification

Identify common spiritual diseases and learn specific remedies

Cultivate tranquility, wisdom, and patience, mirroring Prophetic (saw) qualities

Develop emotional resilience, enhance relationships, and navigate challenges with wisdom aligning with the Sunnah

We will also cover Imam Al-Ghazali’s Ihya Ulum Al-Din (The Revival of the Religious Sciences), books 20-22.

Hosted at Walnut Creek Islamic Center. Streamed on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/healing

– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar– Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey– Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk– Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark– Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires– Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey

Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. Learn more about him at The Success Company: https://www.successcompany.co/about-us

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_miz9RAhI8c&list=PL9uyRQTMUugnOmH0oww_n0yUo6hEjEMUL&index=1

North American Bangladeshi Islamic Community (NABIC) Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-10-18 13:30 - 16:00
Since 1990, the North American Bangladeshi Islamic Community (NABIC) has worked to improve the living conditions of society’s most vulnerable and needy members through diverse projects in healthcare, education, and emergency relief.
A response team is currently on the ground in Bangladesh, assisting in flood relief efforts and raising funds for relief efforts. Visit their table this Friday to learn how you can support their efforts.

Soul of My Soul Exhibit Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
2024-10-18 13:30 - 16:00
Soul of my Soul is a mobile exhibit that raises awareness about what is happening in Palestine, allows our community to process their grief, and gives our children an artistic outlet and voice. The artwork displayed is created by children in our community. Visit their table to learn more about their work and how you can support them.
This Friday, after the youth Jumu’ah at 4 p.m., they are offering a Palestinian Plate Art Craft session for youth ages 13 to 18. Register for it here.

Tri-Valley Haven Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-10-18 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Tri-Valley Haven is a vital community organization that serves adults and children who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or homelessness in the Tri-Valley area. Visit their table this Friday to learn more about their services and how you can support them.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2024-10-18 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024:

*Heavy parking congestion. Please, kindly avoid the first service 🙂 *

Ustadh Nakheel Dabbagh delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

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

– Ustadh Quran Hodge delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

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

– Ustadh Jihad Turk delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Hafiz Abdullah Ayyaz delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. @ MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service each week at Rosewood Commons, 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the second or fourth Jumuah 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

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Hafiz Abdullah: http://mcceastbay.org/abdullah-ayyaz

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

Palestinian Plate Art Craft | Soul of My Soul Exhibit
2024-10-18 16:00 - 19:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Boys & Girls Ages 13 to 18: After the youth Jumu’ah, join the Soul of My Soul Exhibit in creating a hand-painted decorative plate in the traditional style of Al Khalil (Hebron), Palestine.
In addition to creating a beautiful keepsake for yourself, you will also learn about the personal experiences of Bay Area locals with the apartheid and occupation in the West Bank. Participants will have the unique opportunity to hear from a Palestinian teenager currently living in the West Bank to foster a better understanding of the situation.

Friday, Oct. 18 | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. | MCC Banquet Hall | $35/person | Ages 14-18 | Register at http://mcceastbay.org/art
The event is capped at 20. Pizza is provided.
Cosponsored by Soul of My Soul Exhibit and MCC East Bay.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
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.
Event Schedule

4:00 – 4:45 pm – Late lunch and introductions (teenage attendees will have a chance to discuss what they’ve witnessed this past year and its impact on them)
4:45 – 5:15 pm – Start the craft by drawing out the plate art outline
5:15 – 5:25 pm – Break for Asr
5:25 – 6:15 pm – While attendees paint their plates, they will watch a short documentary about the apartheid in the West Bank and gain some insight into what it means to be a teenager living in occupied Palestine.
6:15 – 7:00 pm – Level Up for Palestine: How to take your advocacy to the next level (with a break for maghrib)

Event attendees will not leave this event feeling depressed about the situation in Gaza but instead feel empowered to work for their sisters and brothers in Palestine.
We will facilitate discussions with our youth in a safe space, allowing them to voice their concerns and discover their strengths regarding what they can offer to the movement.
All profits will go directly to supporting Palestinians on the ground in Palestine (either Gaza or the West Bank).
Soul of My Soul Exhibit promotes conversations about Palestine through arts and culture. You can learn more about the Soul of My Soul Exhibit at www.soulofmysoulexhibit.com
Please also see this screening later this month: https://mcceastbay.org/event/where-olive-trees-weep-screening

Boycat: The Next Generation of Ethical Shopping | Adil Abbuthalha (Founder of Boycat)
2024-10-18 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for a fireside chat with the founder of Boycat.io, who was fired from his day job for building this revolutionary platform.
Discover how Boycat divested $80 million from apartheid in just seven months and is now building towards empowering ethical shoppers around the globe. We’ll discuss how Boycat was formed, the viral growth, the contribution to the movement, and how you can be a part of this global change.
Friday, Oct. 18 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live
Adil Abbuthalha is the driving force behind Boycat, an innovative app designed to empower consumers to make ethical shopping choices, particularly in support of the Palestinian cause. Adil founded Boycat and leads its development, analytics, marketing, product management, and business development, demonstrating a profound commitment to technological innovation and social responsibility.
Adil formerly led the data science team at LinkTree before being fired for building Boycat. His entrepreneurial journey began early, launching a tutoring business at 15, a clothing line at 16, and a media company at 18, where he successfully partnered with high-profile brands like Audi. At 19, after finishing his degree, he founded Stellato, a product management company, before joining Big Tech.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Monthly Men's Hike | Mount Diablo State Park
2024-10-19 07:30 - 11:30
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, October 19 | 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Mount Diablo State Park | 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, October 19, 2024
– Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Please arrive early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 7:40 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. Carpool encouraged others on this hike.
– Parking: $6
– Meeting Point: Mitchell Canyon Parking Lot
– Trail: Mount Diablo State Park
– Distance: Around 7.8 miles.
– Difficulty: Hard.
– 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, October 18, 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 7.8-mile loop trail near Clayton, California. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Know Your Rights at Work and School | CAIR-SFBA
2024-10-19 11:30 - 13:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Given the rise in anti-Palestinian hate and Islamophobia we have seen across Bay Area schools, CAIR-SFBA is providing a joint Know Your Rights (KYR)/Community Safety training for students and parents to discuss student rights, bullying, and free speech.
Join this workshop to learn practical strategies for handling identity-based harassment and discrimination, followed by a Q&A session.
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Saturday, October 19 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live
The CAIR speakers are Jeffrey Wang (Senior Civil Rights Attorney) and Riyad Sood (Paralegal).
All who attend leave with the reassurance that they have legal protections to speak up and support our brothers and sisters in Palestine. We also aim to ensure that we provide appropriate tools for folks to feel more confident and prepared to de-escalate potential situations of hate/harassment.
– More CAIR-MCC co-sponsored talks: https://mcceastbay.org/cair
About the speakers
Jeffrey Wang is the Senior Civil Rights Attorney for the San Francisco Bay Area office of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-SFBA). In this capacity, he works with the rest of CAIR-SFBA’s civil rights team to identify, strategize, and use creative legal and grassroots advocacy solutions to address systematic issues facing the American Muslim community.
Jeffrey graduated from UC San Diego with a BA in History and minors in Political Science and Law & Society. He then earned his J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law. During law school, Jeffrey interned at a nonprofit immigration law firm in Australia and a business immigration firm in the Bay Area. At SCU, he was active in the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center’s immigrant rights and consumer protection programs.

Riyad Sood is a paralegal for the San Francisco Bay Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-SFBA), where he assists attorneys with immigration and civil matters. His background is in healthcare and non-profit law.
He has negotiated hospital reimbursement fees with healthcare plans and reviewed hospital contracts with providers subject to ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act). While at the California Department of Justice Attorney General’s Office, Riyad worked alongside attorneys in civil litigation, audits, and investigations, ensuring California nonprofits conducted themselves according to state law.
Riyad received his BSL from Irvine University College of Law and his degree in paralegal studies from Fremont College, where he was class valedictorian.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Prophetic ﷺ Guidance for Current Times | Sh. Mokhtar Maghraoui & Ust. Moutesem Atiya
2024-10-19 18:30 - 20:15 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
With the ongoing tribulations worldwide, how do we keep the light of faith going?

Join Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui as he unveils Prophetic guidance and discusses how to use it to address contemporary issues.

Ustadh Moutesem Atiya will lead a spiritually uplifting Dhikr session following the talk.

Saturday, Oct. 19 | 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live | RSVP for only dinner required at mcceastbay.org/dinner; No RSVP needed to attend program alone

Dinner will be in the Banquet Hall from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Check-in will be in the lobby.
Cosponsored by Al Madina Institute and MCC East Bay.
Program Schedule

5:45 p.m. – Dinner begins (Banquet Hall)
6:32 p.m. – Maghrib congregational prayer (Prayer Hall)
6:50 p.m. – Program begins (Conference Hall)
8:15 p.m. – Isha congregational prayer (Prayer Hall)

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
Shaykh Mokhtar is a renowned Islamic Scholar, Spiritual Teacher, and founder of Subha Seminary. Originally from Algeria, he is thoroughly versed in the Islamic sciences and holds a doctorate in physics and engineering. His expertise includes the disciplines of Tazkiyah and Fiqh, and he is best known for his enlightening retreats and seminars, which empower Muslims on their spiritual quests.

Ustadh Moutasem Atiya
Moutasem Atiya has devoted his life to Islamic activism, organization, and education. He has studied Islamic sacred knowledge with many of this century’s luminary scholars. He is the founder of Al-Madina Institute, whose goal, as he says, is “to forge a truly global, spiritual community and to bring individuals and families together to live the spiritual reality of Islam in a modern context.”

About Al-Madina Institute
Al Madinah is dedicated to fostering a world illuminated by love, compassion, and knowledge through educational programs that seek to enrich the hearts, purify souls, and challenge the intellects of Muslims around the globe. Our mission is to offer practical advice grounded in the timeless wisdom of the Qur’an and Sunnah to help individuals grow in faith and navigate the complexities of modern life. Join us as we pursue this faith, intellect, and spirituality journey.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Family Violence Law Center (Alameda) Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-10-25 13:30 - 16:00
Founded in 1978, the Family Violence Law Center (FVLC) helps diverse communities in Alameda County heal from domestic violence and sexual assault, advocating for justice and healthy relationships. They provide survivor-centered legal and crisis intervention services, offer prevention education for youth and other community members, and engage in policy work to create systemic change.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2024-10-25 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024:

*Heavy parking congestion. Please, kindly avoid the first MCC service 🙂 *

Ustadh Ibrahim Qureshi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

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

– Dr. Youssef Ismail delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

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

– Ustadh Ibrahim Qureshi delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Mufti Abdul Wahab 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, 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton. Rosewood is 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 second or fourth Jumuah 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

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Ustadh Ibrahim: https://mcceastbay.org/ibrahim
– More Dr. Youssef: http://mcceastbay.org/youssef
– More Shaykh Wahhab: https://mcceastbay.org/abdul-wahab

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

Family Justice Center Contra Costa Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-10-25 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Contra Costa Family Justice Center is a nonprofit that serves families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, and human trafficking. Recently, they have set up a center in Danville to serve South County clients. They are seeking to create a community that is there to support the healing process for those who are affected by any form of family violence. They also provide lawyers for family justice and elderly abuse prevention programs.

A Tour of Tales: From the Dream to the Throne | Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed
2024-10-25 18:00 - 22:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed as he presents an emotional analysis of the life of Prophet Yusuf (AS) as he drifts through chapters in his life marked with greed, lies, and betrayal.
The story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) is presented in the Qur’an as an exemplary model of endurance through difficulties, acceptance of Divine decree, and perseverance in the way of Allah (SWT).
Surah Yusuf teaches us that the resolve of Dunya is pain, and the essence of faith is the belief that our agony serves a purpose and that we will ultimately reap its benefits in the Akhira.
*Friday, Oct. 25 | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/yusuf | Free; join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
*Updated date.
This workshop is sponsored by Miftaah Institute & MCC East Bay.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
What is the program schedule?
Here is the proposed schedule for the evening:

– 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Check-in & welcoming
– 6:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. – Maghrib Salah
– 6:45 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. – Qur’an Recitation
– 6:50 p.m. to 7:55 p.m. – Mufti Abdul Wahhab Waheed | Session 1
– 8 p.m. to 8:20 p.m. – Isha Salah
– 8:25 p.m. to 9:50 p.m. – Mufti Abdul Wahhab Waheed | Session 2
– 9:50 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Closing remarks

Do you offer babysitting?
No. I am sorry, but we do not have babysitting.
Are there food options?
Yes, we will have food boxes in the MCC lobby starting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday for attendees to grab dinner. To pre-purchase your Mirchi Cafe in Dublin dinner, please do so at mcceastbay.org/yusuf
Are there vendor opportunities?
We cannot accommodate vendors due to the number of expected attendees and the program’s format.
Is there a live stream option?
We strongly encourage our community to attend in person. If you cannot make it in person, please watch for free on MCC’s YouTube channel starting at 6 p.m. PST at mcceastbay.org/live
Who is the retreat speaker?
Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed was born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI. He began Islamic studies at Jaamiah al-Uloom al-Islamiyyah in Canada, where he became a Hafiz at 11. He started his 7-year Shariah program in Toronto, Canada, and went even further to pursue higher education in Hadith in Karachi, Pakistan. Throughout his travels, Mufti Abdul Wahab addresses communities across the United States on a wide range of Islamic topics and, InshAllah, continues to do so with the Tawfiq of Allah SWT. Mufti Abdul Wahab is a co-founder and director at Miftaah Institute and Michigan Islamic Institute.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Private Event
2024-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Banquet Hall only

Monthly Sisters' Mawlid
2024-10-26 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 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | In-person only | Free; no RSVP required

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

Saturday, November 23, 2024
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Saturday, February 22, 2025
No session in March ’25
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 2025

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

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

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

Monthly Sisters' Mawlid
2024-10-26 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 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Pre-K room or MCC Conference 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 24, 2025

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.

The Youth in the Cave | Shaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik
2024-10-26 12:20 - 14:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
The parable of the cave companions is a classic, timeless example and proof that—indeed—if an ordinary person—young or old, male or female— can get Allah on his or her side, and if they patiently endure, in His path, the anger and antagonism of people by remaining steadfast and righteous, Allah helps them in ways unimaginable and incredible, ways that the limited human intellect cannot fathom.
This talk is for youth and parents of youth.
12:20 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (with a 30-minute Zuhr break at 1:30) | Saturday, October 26 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Imam Hamzah Abdul-Malik will also give the sermon at Lighthouse Mosque in Oakland on Friday, October 25, and speak for a Friday night program at Lighthouse. See here.
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Think, “a group of youth hanging out together,” and what comes to mind?
If you are in the age range of 10-25, you’ll probably think they are having fun. And if you are older, you’ll probably assume they are out and about cooking up some trouble just for the fun and thrill of it. Why would you believe such things when you hear about a youth group “chilling out” together? Probably because you have ‘been there, done that’ when you were their age.
For all these brave ‘young’ people whom society tried to subjugate and punish for no crime except their staunch adherence to monotheism, the Quran has recorded, and thus corroborated, their sacrifices and calamities faced in Allah’s path and therefore stamped with approval their resultant lofty moral character, purity of soul, and innocence from sin — till the end of mankind.
We have so much to learn from the teens – the companions of the cave.
The young men went against the social tide of their era by openly opposing the polytheism practiced by their nation and became displaced, isolationist ‘vagabonds’ in the process). Indeed, it is a great sign of Allah!
The case of the cave companions is a classic, timeless example and proof that—indeed—if an ordinary person—young or old, male or female—can get Allah on his or her side, and if they patiently endure in His path, the anger and antagonism of people by remaining steadfast and righteous, Allah helps them in ways unimaginable and incredible, ways that the limited human intellect cannot fathom.
About the Speaker:
Imam Hamzah Abdul-Malik is a graduate of Al-Azhar University in Egypt; he has studied and taught Islam for over 15 years. He memorized the Holy Qur’an and served as a teacher for Islamic schools and mosques in Georgia, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, and the Middle East. He also obtained a Master’s in Islamic Studies and Leadership from Bayan Claremont. He co-founded Midtown Mosque in 2015 to revitalize blighted areas in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2017, he founded Miraaj Academy to teach Qur’an and leadership skills to Muslim American youth. He conveys knowledge and religious teaching through experiential learning, focusing on internalizing concepts learned. He also recited the Quran at Muhammad Ali’s funeral in 2016.

Film Screening in Livermore: "Where Olive Trees Weep Screening"
2024-10-26 16:30 - 18:00
“Where Olive Trees Weep” offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. After the one-hour and 45-minute screening, the film’s Executive Producer, Ashira Darwish, will join us. This film is PG-13.
4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturday, October 26* | Ashbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Avenue, Livermore | $10/person (optional) | Limited seating, Register @ mcceastbay.org/olive
The film starts at 4:30. Please arrive earlier for a Palestinian Cultural Day event from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the same location.
*Date and venue change
MCC also hosts a screening of this film and free dinner on Sunday, November 17: https://mcceastbay.org/event/film-screening
If you are unable to pay the ticket fee, please email us for a financial waiver at soulofmysoulexhibit@gmail.com
Sponsored by Soul of my Soul Exhibit & MCC East Bay.
All profits will go directly to supporting Palestinians on the ground in Palestine (either Gaza or the West Bank).
Soul of My Soul Exhibit promotes conversations about Palestine through arts and culture. You can learn more about the Soul of My Soul Exhibit at www.soulofmysoulexhibit.com

– More talks about Palestine: http://mcceastbay.org/palestinian
– MCC Stands with the People of Palestine: https://mcceastbay.org/palestine-update
– A Mental Health Guidebook: Nurturing Muslim Students’ Mental Health Amid University Protests – A tailored resource for student advocates navigating the unique challenges they face in calling for justice amid university repression: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g9hI3E6-7laSv3Y7j5BMjawJ7JULjW9J/view?mc_cid=0f3758fdbe&mc_eid=9d52cce10a

This powerful film explores the resilience of Palestinians under occupation. The documentary explores loss, trauma, and the quest for justice. We follow, among others, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We witness Dr. Gabor Maté offering trauma-healing work for a group of women who have been tortured in Israeli prisons. Ancient landscapes bear deep scars, having seen the brutal reality of ancestral land confiscation, expulsions, imprisonment, home demolitions, water deprivation, and denial of fundamental human rights. Yet, through the veil of oppression, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives.
This emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its cruelty?
Watch the movie at https://www.WhereOliveTreesWeep.com and share #WhereOliveTreesWeep
“Where Olive Trees Weep” offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. It explores themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice.
We follow, among others, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We witness Dr. Gabor Maté offering trauma-healing work for a group of women who have been tortured in Israeli prisons.
Ancient landscapes bear deep scars, having witnessed the brutal reality of ancestral land confiscation, expulsions, imprisonment, home demolitions, water deprivation, and denial of basic human rights. Yet, through the veil of oppression, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives.
This emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its cruelty? Want to Host a Screening? Visit: https://www.WhereOliveTreesWeep.com
The film provides background to the current crisis in Israel/Palestine and illuminates the lives of people we met on our 2022 journey in the occupied West Bank. Their universally human stories speak of intergenerational pain, trauma, and resilience. We hope they touch your heart, stir compassion and understanding, and inspire a pursuit of justice. For without justice, peace remains an empty slogan.
Cinema can be a powerful force for change. This film aims to move hearts and minds beyond mere education and inspire audiences to echo the calls for freedom, equality, and dignity that have gone unanswered for far too long.
The film is our modest contribution towards our dream for an end to the occupation in Palestine, the attainment of equal rights and fair treatment for Palestinian people, and the spreading of healing for all intergenerational cycles of trauma in the region.
Directors’ Statement
Where Olive Trees Weep explores themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice. We follow, among others, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We also watch Dr. Gabor Maté support a group of women seeking understanding and healing and offer his insights into intergenerational trauma.
Through the veil of oppression, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives. This emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its cruelty? Where Olive Trees Weep: Official Trailer (2024)
All profits will go directly to supporting Palestinians on the ground in Palestine (either Gaza or the West Bank).
Soul of My Soul Exhibit promotes conversations about Palestine through arts and culture. You can learn more about the Soul of My Soul Exhibit at www.soulofmysoulexhibit.com
Please also see this program for youth: https://mcceastbay.org/event/palestinian-plate-art-craft

Mayoral/City Council Candidate Forum (San Ramon, Dublin & Pleasanton)
2024-10-27 16:00 - 17:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Elections are upon us, and your vote matters! Let’s shape our future together.​
Join us to learn where local San Ramon, Pleasanton & Dublin city candidates stand on important topics and ask questions that matter to you.
Local elected officials have a more significant impact on our daily lives than many other political positions, as our local politician’s decisions impact the oversight of county law enforcement officers, transportation, housing, and many different public services.
4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Sunday, October 27 | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
Sponsored by CAIR San Francisco, San Ramon Valley Islamic Center (SRVIC), & MCC East Bay.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
See also: Alameda County: Ballot Measure and Proposition Voter Guide
Agenda

– 4:00 p.m. Introduction by Musa Tariq, CAIR San Francisco
– 4:05 p.m.: Dublin candidates speak
– 4:25 p.m.: Pleasanton candidates speak
– 4:45 p.m.: San Ramon candidates speak
– 5:00 p.m.: State Senate candidates speak
– 5:15 p.m. Meet & greet between candidates & community members

Here is the slate of local candidates in this election season:
Dublin Mayoral Candidates

Dublin Human Services Commissioner Shawn Costello
Tom Evans
Councilmember Sherry Hu
Councilmember Jean Josey (confirmed)

Dublin City Council Candidates

Mayor Michael McCorriston
Razi Hasni (confirmed)
John Morada (confirmed)

Pleasanton Mayoral Candidates

Mayor Karla Brown
Councilmember Jack Balch (confirmed)

Pleasanton City Council

Councilmember Valerie Arkin
Craig Eicher
Matt Gaidos
Planning Commissioner Vivek Mohan

San Ramon City Council

Councilmember Mark H. Armstrong
Chirag Kathrani (confirmed)
Robert Jweinat
Vasanth Shetty (confirmed)
Councilmember Sridhar Verose (confirmed)

State Senate District 7

Assemblymember Tim Grayson
San Ramon Councilmember Marisol Rubio (confirmed)

San Ramon School Board

Trustee Laura Bratt (confirmed)
Trustee Shelley Clark
Sakriti Sehgal
Karin Shumway

Dublin School Board

Kristian Reyes
Ramnath Shanbhogue

Pleasanton School Board

Trustee Mary Jo Carreon
Donalyn Harris
Jenifer Flynn
Charlie Jones
Kelly Mokashi

MCC proudly hosts this annual educational candidate forum in partnership with our friends at SRVIC & CAIR – San Francisco Bay Area. This is an opportunity to learn about your local candidates during another critical election year.
Local elected officials have a more significant impact on our daily lives than many other political positions, as their decisions impact the oversight of county law enforcement officers, transportation, housing, and many different public services.
Join us and also listen to the candidates discuss hate crimes, bullying of Muslim American children, and more so that when you go to the polls next month, you’ll know exactly what decisions to make.
We invite you to join us and show that the American Muslim community is very interested in hearing about the candidate’s platforms and positions if they are elected. This voter education forum is an opportunity to educate and empower us to become more politically, civically, and publicly engaged between public officials and American Muslims.
One question we will ask all candidates at this forum is: As an elected official, what concrete steps will you take to combat Islamophobia in your community, given that 2023 saw one of the worst years of anti-Muslim hate in 30 years/three decades, worse than after Trump’s Muslim ban?

Voter Guide: Your Ballot Is Your Power​
Get ready to make a difference in the 2024 General Election on November 5. Depending on your state and/or registration status, you may receive your ballot in the mail in October.
CAIR California is on a mission to mobilize every Muslim vote because every vote is a step toward justice. This site is your go-to resource for all you need to know to Vote for Justice: https://voteforjustice24.com

Private Event
2024-10-27 19:30 - 22:00
Conference Room

Quarterly MCC Board Meeting
2024-10-30 19:00 - 19:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Come out and discuss relevant issues with your MCC Board of Directors and receive quarterly updates on renovations, programming, financials, and other community updates. These quarterly meetings allow you to review the vision of MCC and understand our short-term and long-term plans.
7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024 | MCC Conference Room | In-person only (no live stream option)
Questions? bod@mcceastbay.org
– More Muslim Community Center East Bay campaigns and updates: https://mcceastbay.org/appeals
– Support MCC East Bay: https://mcceastbay.org/operations
– Support MCC charity outreach: https://mcceastbay.org/zakat-fund

Eighth-Annual Family Fun Fall Fest
2024-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For ages 0 to 17, join us for the Eighth-Annual MCC Family Fall Festival. This popular annual event will be positively capped at 400 children.
This year, we will have halal food trucks, a live Dabke performance, an immersive bubble experience, goodie bags, and more! We will also have activities such as face painting, archery, potato sack races, and ILM Quest Islamic Trivia.
Teen volunteers ages 15+ are needed; sign up through this form. Dinner from the food trucks is provided for volunteers.
RSVP at mcceastbay.org/fall-fest
Special need families, RSVP (for free) at mcceastbay.org/muhsen-fall
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Isha) Ages 2 – 17 $8.00 per child pre-registration $11.00 per child at the door
Pre-registration is required for goodies bags. One goodie bag for each registered child.
Entrance for parents and children under 2 is free.
Parents: Please do not bring children in costume. Please watch this sermon to see why MCC has made this annual investment to put on annually this popular event that is attended by hundreds of children on the eve of October 31st: https://mcceastbay.org/halloween-sermon
Community vendors: This event is for children. The organizers have decided not to host community vendors so we can entirely focus on the kids attending this annual event.
Schedule (see facility map at https://mcceastbay.org/facilty-map):

– 5 p.m. – Registration begins in front of the Mens’ Entrance

Potato Sack Races (Conference Room)

Face painting, Archery, Ring Toss, Coloring (Banquet Hall & Main Hallway)

Ilm Quest (designated Sunday School classrooms – through Banquet Hall entrance)

Tiny Tots room: parachute play, freeze dance (designated Sunday School classroom (Mommy and Me Room)– through Banquet Hall Entrance)

– 6:13 p.m – Maghrib Prayer (Prayer Hall)

– 6:30 p.m. – Bubble show (Prayer Hall)
– 7:00 p.m. – Soul of my Soul Exhibit Presentation and Live Dabke Performance (Prayer Hall)

– 8 p.m.– Isha Prayer (Prayer Hall)

Our special needs family guests receive free food vouchers for every member of the family attending, fast passes for all activities, goody bags at registration time, special seating during the interactive shows, and quiet space, if necessary. Questions? Please email us at help@mcceastbay.org
MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC the facility. To request a financial waiver or discount, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship
Questions? Email: events@mcceastbay.org
