ICCV Weekly News - Friday, February 16
ICCV WEEKLY NEWS
February 16, 2024
NEW ITEMS THIS WEEK
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MIU School will be Closed Friday, February 16 and Sunday, February 18 in observance of President's Day.
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No Sunday Kids Halaqa on Sunday, February 18.
*Important recurring items will remain for informational purposes.
ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE?
Your Involvement Matters
The registration deadline for the 2024 primary elections is Feb. 20th. This year is a critical opportunity to push for justice. Please ensure every family member & friend has registered to vote.
Why should I vote?
Local elections are particularly sensitive to voter turnout. Frequently, candidates win and ballot measures pass by a marginal difference. For many local positions, only the top two vote-getters in the primaries move on to the general election in November. There are an estimated over 1 million Muslims in California - enough to make a meaningful difference.
Every ballot that we cast, even empty ones, increases our presence on the voter roll. Politicians review voter rolls to understand demographics and determine policy.
How can I prepare?
- Determine your household member voter eligibility. US citizens who reside in California, will be 18 or older on Election Day [March 5th for Primary; November 5th for General], who are not currently serving a state or federal prison term for a felony, and who have not been determined to be mentally incompetent to vote by a court, can vote. More info here
- Register to vote
- Unsure of your or a household members registration status? Check registration status
- Eligible but not registered? Register to vote
- Spread the word. Every vote counts. Encourage family, friends and any groups you're part of to register.
Where can I learn more?
Visit voteforjustice24.com.
EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
ICCV MASJID CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, February 24
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Join ICCV Masjid's Clean Up Day to help get our masjid freshened up for the new year and the upcoming month of Ramadan Our youth members are especially encouraged to participate! Pizza, snacks and drinks will be provided.
WIN PRESENTS: "ARE YOU READY FOR RAMADAN?"
Wednesday, February 28
Time: 12:00-1:30PM
Please join us for a presentation by Sister Shamima Ahmed in preparation of Ramadan.
Please email [email protected] for additional details.
YOUTH CONFERENCE: SUCCESSFUL ARE THE BELIEVERS
Saturday, March 2
The Youth Group of the Islamic Society of Simi Valley invites you to join their second annual youth conference! Registration is now open at https://themasjidapp.org/issv/events/5991. Seats are limited, so get your tickets soon to secure your spot.
FRIDAY FAMILY NIGHT
Friday Tafseer begins after Isha prayers.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their family. Dinner will be served after the Tafseer Program.
AFTERNOON QURAN CLASSES
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons at 4:30 p.m.
Due to limited teachers, we are only focusing on those that choose to memorize.
Please contact Imam Shoayb if interested in classes or in volunteering to help during these sessions.
IMAM'S CORNER
IQAMAH TIMES AT ICCV