This Week at the IC!
Join us at the IC for another full week of inspirational, life-changing halaqas, classes, and events. All are welcome!
THIS WEEK AT THE IC
JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 4
SPRING IC BUILDING HOURS
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 11 PM
Saturday & Sunday
12 PM - 10 PM
NOTE: All of our in-person halaqas, classes, and events are open to everyone. However, non-NYU community members must submit our Building Access Form prior to arriving. If the form is not submitted, you will not be able to enter the IC building.
Upon arrival, guest will need to present a physical, government-issued photo ID to gain access to the IC building. Photos or digital copies of IDs will not be accepted. No exceptions.
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MONDAY
MONDAY POTLUCK IFTAR*
IC COMMUNITY
MONDAY | SUNSET / MAGHRIB
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Join us every Monday (and Thursday) for a potluck iftar!
We'll be breaking our Sunnah fast at sunset, insha' Allah, following the example of our Prophet Muhammad (). Please come and share a meal with us, even if you're not fasting!
*NOTE: Since this is a potluck iftar, we are asking attendees to bring a food or drink to share with everyone (if they are able). We are expecting 50 - 100 people.
THE ROAD TO RAMADAN
IMAM KHALID & SHEIKH FAIYAZ
MONDAY | 4 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
As we're quickly approaching the holy month of Ramadan, join the Islamic Center for a weekly halaqa on Monday evenings at 4pm with Imam Khalid Latif and Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer. Let's utilize these sessions to spiritually recharge such that we're able to make the best of the most sacred days of the year upon their arrival. Following our weekly discussion circle, the IC will be hosting iftar in our prayer room.
IMAM NAWAWI'S 40 HADITH FOR MODERN TIMES
IMAM KHALID LATIF
MONDAY | 6 PM EST
GCASL Building
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Imam Khalid Latif every Monday for a deep-dive into Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadiths and its application in modern times. This foundational text is well-respected across ideological lines and legal schools and serves as an invaluable guide for Muslims in all aspects of our lives.
ESSENTIALS OF RAMADAN
IMAM KHALID LATIF
MONDAY | 7 PM EST
GCASL Building
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Alhamdulillah, were now in the middle of the sacred month of Rajab, which means that Ramadan is rapidly approaching, so now is the time to begin preparing our minds, bodies, and souls for the transformative journey ahead of us.
With this in mind, Imam Khalid Latif will be starting his Essentials of Ramadan course this week, which will be held every Monday in the IC prayer room, immediately following his 40 Hadith class, insha Allah.
In this course, Imam Khalid will be breaking down the spiritual and legalistic aspects of Ramadan and guiding us on how to enrich our experience of this blessed month. It is designed for students of all levels.
TUESDAY
TAKE A BREAK WITH THE IC STAFF
(AND YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS)
TUESDAY | 1:30 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Come join us at the Islamic Center every **Tuesday (**and Wednesday) afternoon at 1:30 pm for a rejuvenating break designed for all of our undergrad and grad students. It's a great opportunity to connect and recharge with lunch, snacks, and good company!
NOTE: This gathering is for NYU students only.
QUR'AN STUDIES
DR. ALI MERMER
TUESDAY | 6 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Dr. Ali Mermer every Tuesday as he explores the timeless wisdom and profound guidance contained within the wondrous stories in the Holy Qur'an. Dr. Mermer will be delving deep into God's Word and will encourage us to reflect, ask questions, and challenge any doubts about the existence of God.
Dr. Mermer has been studying the Qur'an to understand its message and apply it to the present day living conditions for half a century and has completed his degrees in Islamic Studies and Political Science and then did a PhD on Sociology of Religion at Durham University, UK.
WEDNESDAY
TAKE A BREAK WITH THE IC STAFF
(AND YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS)
WEDNESDAY | 1:30 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Come join us at the Islamic Center every **Wednesday (**and Tuesday) afternoon at 1:30 pm for a rejuvenating break designed for all of our undergrad and grad students. It's a great opportunity to connect and recharge with lunch, snacks, and good company!
NOTE: This gathering is for NYU students only.
AWAKEN & TRANSFORM:
A PSYCHOLOGICAL & SPIRITUAL
WELLNESS SERIES*
DR. MARWA ASSAR
WEDNESDAY | 6 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Dr. Marwa Assar every Wednesday as she awakens us to our soul and its needs as it travels on its journey through this world on the path to Allah .
Dr. Marwa harmonizes authentic Islamic traditions with modern Western psychological concepts to help us look within ourselves, and identify the psychological barriers and obstacles that often prevent us from experiencing holistic transformation, true contentment, and closeness to Allah .
Don't miss this opportunity to explore your connection your faith in a deeply personal way!
*This series is part of an ongoing collaboration with the H.O.M.E. Institute (Heart Over Mind & Ego).
SEERAH STUDIES, PART 1: THE MECCAN YEARS
IMAM KHALID LATIF
WEDNESDAY | 7 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Imam Khalid Latif every Wednesday for this two-part series as he explores the extraordinary life of Prophet Muhammad () and draws valuable lessons from it for Muslims in modern times. We'll also learn how our understanding of God and His Attributes and Islamic law evolved from revelation and the day-to-day experiences of the early Muslim community.
THURSDAY
THURSDAY POTLUCK IFTAR*
IC COMMUNITY
THURSDAY| SUNSET / MAGHRIB
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Join us every Thursday (and Monday) for a potluck iftar!
We'll be breaking our Sunnah fast at sunset, insha' Allah, following the example of our Prophet Muhammad (). Please come and share a meal with us, even if you're not fasting!
*NOTE: Since this is a potluck iftar, we are asking attendees to bring a food or drink to share with everyone (if they are able). We are expecting 50 - 100 people.
SHEIKHING IT UP
DR. SHEIKH FAIYAZ JAFFER
THURSDAY | 6 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Dr. Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as he explores a range of topics related to Islam and spirituality and uncovers the answers to life's questions through the profound guidance of the Qur'an and the preserved traditions of our Prophet Muhammad () and the Ahlul Bayt (a).
RAISING CONFIDENT MUSLIM KIDS
IN THE DIGITAL AGE
DR. RANIA AWAAD
THURSDAY | 7 - 8:30 PM EST
Zoom
Are you troubled by the influence that digital media has over our youth?
Are you concerned about the effect that it is having on their self-esteem and their identities as Muslims?
Join us with special guest Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad for a virtual discussion on incorporating faith-based approaches to raising confident and conscious Muslim children in a fast-paced world.
NOTE: The Zoom link will be sent prior to the event.
FRIDAY
FRIDAY JUMU'AH PRAYER
IMAM KHALID LATIF
FRIDAY | 1:15 PM EST
GCASL Grand Hall
238 Thompson St., 5th Fl.
+ YouTube Livestream
Join us this Friday for another blessed Jumu'ah prayer with another uplifting and heartfelt khutbah by Imam Khalid Latif.
Allah has ordained Friday (Jumu'ah) as a blessed day of gathering and reflection for us, the 'ummah of Muhammad , so come and spend this special day with your brothers and sisters here at the IC.
All are welcome!
PARENT & ME TODDLER CLASS
IC FAMILIES
FRIDAY | 2:30 PM EST
GCASL Building
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Room 461
As-saalamu 'alaikum parents!
We are so excited to offer our next IC Families Parent & Me class on Friday, February 2 at 2:30pm (after Jumu'ah). Join us for toddler-friendly dhikr, songs, crafts, story time, and more!
A few reminders:
- Priority will be given for children 5 and younger
- One adult per two children must be present and participating for the duration of the class
- Each class will be approximately 45 min - 1 hour of structure with some time for open play
- We will provide a small snack for each child. Please bring reusable water bottles
- Each class will require its own registration and will be limited to 20 children so if you can't make it to one class, you will have the chance to attend another
- Registration will be first come first serve
You will receive an email confirming your registration within a few days and all others will be placed on a waitlist. If you can't make a class, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can give the spot to another child.
Please email [email protected] or [email protected] with any questions (or include at the bottom of the form).
WOMEN'S CIRCLE: AKHIRAH MINDSET
THE FEMALE COMPANIONS OF THE PROPHET
YOUSRA & REHAM
FRIDAY | 3:30 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Join Yousra and Reham every Friday at 3:30 pm for our Womens Halaqa as we learn more about the female companions of the Prophet () that shaped much of our religions history with their faith, warmth, creativity, leadership, and diversity.
Who better to take as role models! Join us as we grow in our love for and draw incredible lessons from the lives of Khadijah, Um Habiba, Sumaiyah, and so many more (may Allah be pleased with them all).
No prior knowledge needed; open to students and community members of all ages.
NOTE: This event is in-person only. It will not be livestreamed.
COMMUNITY GATHERING ON NOSTALGIA,
DISPLACEMENT, AND THE LOSS OF HOME (SUDAN)
FRIDAY | 7 PM EST (DOORS OPEN @ 6:30 PM)
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.
Come have shai with us as we share our experiences of collective loss and work towards collective healing. All are welcome.
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