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Rabi Al-Thani 21, 1446 AH | Thursday, Oct 24th,2024

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Friday Prayer Timings

MCA

12:15pm - Br. Ihab Badr

1:30pm - Dr. Hatem Bazian

3:30pm - Br. Ismail Breiwish (After School Khutbah)

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Masjid Al-Noor

1:30pm - Mufti Saad Khan

2:30pm - Hafiz Humayun Soheil

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Register to Vote in CA & Voters Guide

Register toVote!

Your Vote Matters

As the General Election on November 5 approaches, its essential that every eligible voter is registered and ready tovote. Starting October 7, ballots will be mailed to registeredvotersacross California. Whethervotingby mail or in person, now is the time to confirm your registration or sign up if needed. MCA will be a voting location.

Key Dates:

  • October 7:Vote-by-mail ballots begin going out.

  • October 8:Ballot drop-off locations open.

  • October 21:Registration deadline.

  • October 25: Santa Clara Candidate Forum at MCA

  • November 5:Election Day! Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by this date.

CAIR-SFBA has also released aBallot Measure & Proposition Voter Guideto help you navigate key initiatives, focused on civil rights and social justice.

Lets show up strong this Novembereveryvotecounts!

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General Body Meeting

Save the date! On November 9th, we will be hosting a general body meeting at MCA, to meet with Board members and get community updates.

More info to come!

MCA Bookstore Renovation in Advance of

30 Years of Service

In the heart of our community, a transformation is taking place. The MCA Store, a beloved nonprofit bookstore established in 1995, is undergoing a remarkable revival. For nearly three decades, this institution has been more than just a place to buy booksit has been a cornerstone of community support and a champion of independent businesses. The MCA Store's relaunch is more than just a renovation; it's a renewal of our commitment to knowledge, culture, and community. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting new chapter in our story.

The Bookstore will be temporarily located across the hall during renovation.

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Santa Clara Candidate Forum

Elections are upon us and your vote matters! Join us to know where local Santa Clara city candidates stand on important topics, and ask questions that matter to you. Bring your ballot! Food and refreshments will be provided. Dinner starts at 6pm sharp.

When: Oct 25th, 6pm - 10pm

Where: MCA Khadijah Hall

RSVP Here

MCA Singles & Half Our Deen Are Partnering Up!

Being interviewed for hours is both uncomfortable and awkward. We do things differently and our results work. 59% of attendees at Half Our Deen Live events have successfully found a match.

HOD Live is designed for marriage-minded Muslims who are serious about finding their other half. Our events are filled with fun and unique activities and allow you to meet single Muslims in a more natural way. Sign up with MCA to join this private event and find your match!

When: Sat, Oct. 26th 11am-4pm

Where: MCA

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Weekly Events

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Upcoming Events

Masjid Al-Noor: Neighborhood Get-Together

Join the MCA Senior Sunshine Committee for the Annual Masjid Al-Noor Neighborhood Get-Together! Come celebrate our rich heritage and enjoy an afternoon of food, culture, and community. Lets come together to share in the warmth of our traditions with neighbors and friends. Please invite your Non-Muslim Neighbors.

When: Oct 26th, 11am - 3pm

Where: Masjid Al-Noor

1755 Catherine St, Santa Clara

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After School Youth Khutbah

When: Friday, Oct 25th @ 3:30 PM

Where: MCA

What: Join us for an engaging, inspiring, and youth-centered khutbah session to strengthen your connection with faith. Come and bring your friends! Lets make Jummah a time to gather, learn, and grow together!

Henna Master Class

MCA Women's Committee and MCA Youth are excited to host this exciting henna workshop for our sisters!

When: Oct 12 - Feb 15, from 4pm-5:30PM

Where: MCA Youth Lounge.

The cost for the program is $50 for all 16 classes and is open to sisters ages 13+. You must register for all 16 classes.

Register Here

Ladies Paint & Sip Night

When: Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

What: Back by popular demand! Join us with your friends for another evening of colorful creativity! Hurry up and register to reserve your spot!

Where: MCA, Maryam Hall

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Muslimahs' Cooking Club

When: November 9, 2024, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

What: Join us each month for a themed potluck! Cook a dish at home that reflects the theme, then bring it to the meeting to share recipes, taste everyone's creations and make new friends!

Where: MCA, Maryam Hall

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New Sisters Social

When: Sat, Nov 16th 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Where: MCA Aisha Hall

Where: Find support and sisterhood with new Muslim sisters in a safe and welcoming judgement-free space. Those interested in Islam are also welcome!

Register

Healing with Aromatherapy

Explore the integration of aromatherapy with complimentary medicine practice and learn the historical and holistic benefits of essential oils in Islamic Medical tradition.

When: Nov, 23rd 1:00pm-3:00pm

Cost: $10 per person, $5 for babysitting

Where: MCA Maryam Hall

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Cupcake Decorating Workshop

Join us for this fun-filled Cupcake Decorating Workshop and learn how to pipe buttercream! Supplies provided.

When: Nov, 22nd 4:30pm-5:30pm

Cost: $40 per person

Where: MCA Aisha Hall

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Weekly Sisters Halaqa

When: Sun, Oct. 27th 6pm-7:15pm

What: MCA Youth is honored to host Sisters Halaqas for ages 14+

Where: Mothers Lounge

Please reserve your ticket as spots are limited.

Snacks will be served.

RSVP Here

Youth Tarbiyah Sessions

Homeschooling youth ages 10-18, youth with special needs mild/moderate are welcome!

Where: MCA offers weekly Tarbiyah classes for Muslim youth on Fridays after the first Jummah prayer. This class is geared towards homeschooling youth ages 10-18 including those with special needs mild-moderate.

When: Oct 11- Dec 27, 1pm-2.30pm after first jummah

Where: MCA Youth Lounge

Register Here

Startup Boot Camp, From Dream to Reality: Launch your Startup

8 Sessions

When: Every Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Oct 19th to Dec 21 2024

*Deadline to apply: Oct. 14th

What: Shine Labs and Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship Club Presents Start Boot Camp, From Dream to Reality: Launch your Startup

Where: MCA Maryam Hall

Instructors:

Naeem Zafar Entrepreneur, Investor, Author, Professor @ UC Berkeley

Faraz Hoodbhoy, Class Mentor & Advisor @UC Berkeley Entrepreneurship Center

Samir Qureshi, Head of Customer Success, Payactiv

Annam Quraishi, Lean Startup Coach NSF I-Corps Instructor

Miles Dotson, Partner, Devland.

Fee $399 (MATERIALS & MEALS INCLUDED)/APPLY IMMEDIATELY) Deadline : October 14th, 2024

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Connecting to Your True Self

What: We will be addressing common issues like identity, self-worth, "Who am I? questions, purpose of being Muslim and how to balance your true self while living in America. Topics that will be discussed include parents, family, friends. Parents are welcome to join their children as well.

When: Every Sunday Oct 13-Dec 22

Where: MCA Youth Lounge

Register Here

Womens Pilates, Cardio & Strength Training Classes

Join us for our very popular females only fitness classes organized by the MCA Wellness Committee. There are 3 morning classes and 1 evening class to fit everyones schedule!

When: Mondays & Wednesdays Oct.7th-30th

Where: MCA Maryam Hall

Sign Up Now!

Book Study: Being Muslim

When: Saturdays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

What: Embark on a weekly book study of Asad Tarsins Being Muslim for achapter-by-chapter analysis with a focus on building foundational knowledge of our religion and applying its lessons to our daily lives.

Where: MCA Qasim Room

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New Book Collection at the MCA Bookstore!

Check out our new book collection about the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh):

  • Al-Shama'il al-Muhammadiyya: Also known as The Shama'il, this book is a collection of hadiths that describe the Prophet Muhammad's life, including his physical appearance, manners, and belongings. The book was compiled by the 9th-century scholar Imam al-Tirmidhi. Some say that understanding the Shama'il is a prerequisite to understanding Islam and the Prophet's life.

  • Al-Khasa'is al-Muhammadiyya: This book is about the Prophet Muhammad's beauty and perfection.

  • Al-Maghazi al-Muhammadiyya: Another book about the Prophet Muhammad.

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Watch MCA Live Events

Tafseer of Juz'Amma | Sh. Alauddin Elbakri | MCA

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Khutbah | Mufti Saad Khan | MCA

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Job & Volunteer Opportunities

Over 4 opportunities below:

Grant Writer

Bookstore Clerk (Part-time)

Safety Manager

Granada Islamic School Teachers

Quran Teachers: Al Arqam School

Quran Teachers for Boys: Noor Hifz Academy

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Opportunities below:

The MCA Campus Expansion project requires enhancement for the MCA landscape and is seeking individuals who would love to devote their time to managing and overseeing the entire landscaping process.
If you are an individual willing to supervise this project through completion, please email [email protected].

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Education, Programs & Services

Al-Arqamcomplementary Islamic education for students 5 to 15 years of age.

Cordoba Academy after school Quran for women and children.

Granada School prek-12 full-time school.

Muhsen Program for Special Needs.

Noor Hifz Academy full-time Quran study.

The Quran Halaqah with Qari Ebrahim.

Over 11 additional services and 7 programs info available by exploring the menu atmcabayarea.org inshallah.

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