ISAK Weekly Announcements: March 13th, 2025

Islamic Society of Akron and Kent

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday Khutbah

Lessons from Surah an-Nahl with Shaykh Zobair Ahmad

Date: Friday, March 13th, 2025 at 1:30 PM

Location: Islamic Society of Akron and Kent, 152 E Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224

Womens Ramadan Iftar

Date: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Location: Islamic Society of Akron and Kent, 152 E Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224

Fee: $20 per person

Registration Link: isak.org/womeniftar

Open to sisters ages 12+. And complimentary childcare is available.

Join us for a serene evening of spiritual reflection, sisterhood, and community as we gather to break our fast together in the blessed month of Ramadan.

We will be joined by special guest speakers Ohio State Representative, Munira Yasin Adullahi, and Executive Director of CAIR-Ohios Cleveland & Northern Chapter, Faten Oden.

State Representative, Munira Yasin Abdullahi, a Columbus native and OSU graduate, advocates for Affordable Healthcare, Equitable Education, and Community-Building Infrastructure. Living with type-1 diabetes, she prioritizes access to vital care. Passionate about youth leadership, she began her public service in nonprofits and now represents OH-9 in the 135th Ohio House.

Faten Husni Odeh, Executive Director of CAIR-Ohios Cleveland & Northern Chapter, is a Palestinian-American civil rights advocate with a background in education, community empowerment, and advocacy. She has led civic initiatives, refugee assistance, and interfaith programs, focusing on civil rights, youth development, and community outreach.

Annual Community Quran Competition

Date: Saturday, March 22nd, 2025

Adult Competition: 9:00 AM 1:30 PM

Children Competition: 2:00 PM

Award Ceremony: Friday, March 28th, 2025-Ramadan 28th, 1443, a_fter the 4th Rakaah of Taraweeh Prayers._

Location: ISAK Conference Room, Islamic Society of Akron and Kent, 152 E Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224

Registration Link: isak.org/QuranComp

Join us for a celebration of Quranic recitation and memorization! The Islamic Society of Akron and Kent (ISAK) is proud to host its Annual Community Quran Competition, open to children and adults.

Competition Rules:

• Memorization (Hifz) with Tajweed

• Registration is mandatory for all participants.

Children Competition (2:00 PM) Age Groups & Requirements:

• 57 years: Surat Al-Fatiha, Ayat Al-Kursy, and Suras(from Surat Al-Humazah to Surat Al-Nas) of the 30th Chapter.

• 810 years: Surat Al-Fatiha, Ayat Al-Kursy, and suras (from Surat Al-Tariq to Surat Al-Nas) of the 30th Chapter.

• 1113 years: Surat Al-Fatiha, Ayat Al-Kursy, and Suras (from Surat Abasa to Surat Al-Nas) of the 30th Chapter.

• 1415 years: Surat Al-Fatiha, Ayat Al-Kursy, and Suras (from Surat Al-Naziat to Surat Al-Nas) of the 30th Chapter.

• 1617 years: Surat Al-Fatiha, Ayat Al-Kursy, and the entire 30th Chapter.

Rewards for Children:

• 1st Prize: $200

• 2nd Prize: $100

• 3rd Prize: $50

Adult Competition (9:00 AM 1:30 PM) Age Group: 18 and above (males and females):

Requirements: Memorization of the following Suras with Tajweed:

• Surat Al-Kahf

• Surat Yaseen

• Surat Al-Waqeha

• Surat Al-Rahman

• Surat Al-Dukhan

• Surat Al-Najm

• Surat Al-Nabaa

• Surat Al-Mulk

Rewards for Adults:

• 1st Prize: $300

• 2nd Prize: $200

• 3rd Prize: $100

Registration Required! All participants must register in advance.

For more information contact Imam Zobair at [email protected]

ISAK Fundraising Iftar

Date: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 at 6 PM

Location: Islamic Society of Akron and Kent, 152 E Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224

Tickets: isak.org/tickets

Complimentary childcare is available for ages 5-9.

Join us for our annual ISAK Fundraising Iftar! Break your fast with us, strengthen our community, and support the house of Allah. Enjoy a blessed evening of prayer, delicious food, and giving for a great cause. We look forward to seeing you there!

Donation Methods:

• Online check, credit card, & pledges: isak.org/fundraising

• Zelle: [email protected]

• Physical checks: payable to ISAK

ISAK Community Iftar

Dates: After Maghrib

March 1st, March 8th, March 15th, March 21st, March 22nd, March 29th

Location: Islamic Society of Akron and Kent, 152 E Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224

Join us for weekly community Iftars at the Islamic Community Center! Come together in the spirit of Ramadan as we break our fast and share a meal with friends and family. Dont miss this opportunity to connect and celebrate as a communityeveryone is welcome!

Young Professionals Iftar:

A Guide to Navigating Ramadan in Your Early Career

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM

Location: Lions Park Lodge, 641 Silver Lake Ave, Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Registration Link: isak.org/links

Balancing work, studies, and spiritual growth during Ramadan? Join ISAK LINKS for an insightful evening where well dive into how to thrive in your career while staying spiritually grounded during the blessed month.

Network with like-minded students and professionals (18+), enjoy a meaningful discussion, and break your fast in great company.

RAMADAN ANNOUNCEMENTS

ISAK Taraweh Childcare & Marketplace

ISAK Taraweh Childcare Registration & Guidelines

In alignment with ISAKs Child Safeguarding Policy, we kindly remind all parents that children may not be left unattended anywhere on ISAK premises, including the parking lot and buildings. Children must either be enrolled in an official program or remain under the supervision of a parent at all times.

Taraweh Childcare Registration

We are pleased to offer childcare services for children ages 46 during Taraweh prayers. To enroll your child, please register here: isak.org/childcare

For older children participating in the Youth Taraweh Marketplace activities, please register here: isak.org/marketplace

Check-In Process & Wristbands

• Parents must arrive early to complete registration and check-in their child.

• Upon registration, each child will receive a wristband, which must be worn throughout Taraweh prayers.

• Children without a wristband must remain with their parents and may not disrupt the prayer environment.

• Any child left unattended will be escorted to the appropriate supervision room, and parents will be required to complete the registration process before picking them up.

For any questions regarding Ramadan Taraweh Childcare, please contact us at [email protected].

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a safe, organized, and spiritually enriching environment for all worshippers.

SPONSOR AN IFTAR!

ISAK will be hosting community iftars every Saturday during the month of Ramadan. Help us to cover costs and support the families providing our community with iftar by donating today!

Don't lose this opportunity to gain rewards in the holy month of Ramadan. Go to isak.org/donate or click the image above! Make the selection from the category dropdown for Ramadan Iftar Donation.

May Allah reward you immensely for sponsoring the iftars!

YOUTH CORNER

We are excited to announce our special Ramadan Program for this year!

Join us every Sunday during Ramadan from Asr to Maghrib in the ISAK Community Hall for a meaningful and enriching experience designed for youth ages 13+!

Each session includes hands-on learning activities and inspiring khatiras to help us take full advantage of the blessings of Ramadan. Well also include our 4thannual Ramadan Madness, a fun and engaging team-based competition. Teams will compete to accumulate points through weekly games, with exciting prizes for weekly winners and a grand prize for the top-performing team at the end of Ramadan.

To make this experience even more fulfilling, well explore four key themes throughout Ramadan:

1. The Power of Patience (Sabr)

2. The Strength of Forgiveness (Afw)

3. The Blessing of Seeking Knowledge (Ilm)

4. Gratitude and Contentment (Shukr)

Iftaar will be provided and catered by local restaurants to share and enjoy together after Maghrib prayer.

Additionally, we are excited to host Youth Qiyaam Nights. These will held from after Taraweeh to Fajr and will include activities such as youth discussion, tahajjud, and suhoor!

Sisters Qiyaam Night: Friday, March 7th. Register at isak.org/sistersqiyaam.

Brothers Qiyaam Night: Saturday, March 8th. Register at isak.org/brothersqiyaam.

We hope your children will join us for this unique opportunity to grow spiritually, strengthen our connections with one another, and embrace the spirit of Ramadan.

For more information, feel free to reach out to [email protected].

WOMENS PROGRAM

Womens Halaqa

The Womens Halaqa is on hold during Ramadan and the program will resume in April, Jazakum Allahu Khairan.

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