RAMADAN MUBARAK! First Day of Ramadan will be Saturday, March 1st
Taraweeh Tonight after Isha || Ramadan Flyers and Links included -
Ramadan Mubarak!
As it was cloudy around the masjid today, the moon was unable to be sighted from EIC itself; however, per the report of the Central Hilal Committee of North America and in several other locations, the moon has been seen this evening. Therefore, the first Taraweeh will take place tonight, Friday, February 28th, after the Isha Prayer at 7:45 PM (please note that the daily tafseer session with Imam Zabid will take place 30 minutes before Isha Prayer), and the first day of fasting for the month of Ramadan will be on Saturday, March 1st. Ramadan Mubarak!
May Allah bless us and accept our worship during this month - Ameen.
The month of Ramadan will provide an opportunity to break your fast with family and friends at the Masjid. It is a valued tradition at Evergreen Islamic Center to offer this service to the community. Iftar at the Masjid is an opportunity to meet the new members of the community, meet old friends and make new ones! It is truly a spiritual and a festive atmosphere for the entire community to benefit and enjoy. During the month, the Youth Committee plans to organize various youth-oriented programs, including youth iftar, with the aim of encouraging young people to actively participate in community activities and interact with their peers.
Over the years, we have seen a steady rise in the attendance for daily and community iftar. Hosting this program is not possible without the support of the community, as it includes food, supplies, security, cleaning, and babysitting services. This is entirely a community-sponsored event. Please support it with your Iftar Sponsorship
Celebrate Ramadan with us at EIC: (quick links & flyers at the end of email)
Be a Good Neighbor:
Islam has great respect for the mutual rights and duties of neighbors. It is critical that we remain mindful of our neighbors at all times and especially during Ramadan.
“And be good to the neighbor who is your relative and to the neighbor who is not a relative . . .” (Qur’an, 4:36)
Throughout Ramadan we see an increase level of activity at the Masjid. During the long days of spring, Taraweeh prayers will end late. We want to ensure that we are not disturbing our neighbors as we exit the facility. Remember noise tends to carry farther distance when the surroundings are quiet.
- Limit your socialization in the parking lot
- Please do not congregate in the parking lot after the prayers
- Keep your voices low as you walk out of the facility
- Parents: Kids are not allowed to play in the parking lot
Safety:
Safety is always at the forefront for all the events and our top priority. This is a construction site; we want all our patrons to be aware of their surroundings at all times.
- Please pay close attention to the posted signs and no trespassing in blocked off areas
- We expect lots of kids and youth to be present at the Masjid, be watchful while parking and driving through the parking lot
- Park only in the designated areas and do not block space for emergency response vehicles
- Parents: Continue to remind your kids about the safety
Parking:
During Ramadan we see an increase level of activity at the Masjid. Islam has great respect for the mutual rights and duties of neighbors. It is critical that we remain mindful of our neighbors at all times and especially during Ramadan.
To ensure that parking and traffic concerns remain under control, here are specific steps that we are implementing:
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Due to construction we have limited parking space inside the compound
- We highly encourage everybody to carpool
- Keep parking spots open for people with disabilities, seniors and families with young kids
- Only park in designated parking areas
- Do not park in spots reserved for Imams
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Street parking
- Monitor street parking during Taraweeh
- Always park legally and never block access to a neighbor’s driveway
- Be aware and watchful of pedestrian traffic
- Plenty of parking available on adjacent streets
- Only park in designated parking areas
Interested in Volunteering:
EIC has a dedicated team of volunteers to support various activities.
- We are always looking for people to help out
- Please submit the volunteer form!
JazakAllahu Khayran and Ramadan Mubarak!