WVMA Weekly Newsletter

9 months ago

All Happenings at WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

Oh Allah we ask You for Your blessings both hidden and open. We ask You for Your guidance in every moment of our lives. Do not let us be of those who are heedless, make us of those who live every moment in Your remembrance and in worship of You. Forgive us for our shortcomings and grant victory to our brothers and sisters in Palestine.

* Please note: There will be no Jumu'ah prayer at the Prospect Center on August 30th due to maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Announcements

* Due to an accident, the Saratoga Musalla is currently undergoing repairs, and the 12374 building is off-limits until further notice.

Arabic Classes for Middle/High School Students

We are thrilled to share that the four credit Arabic classes offered at WVMA have completed their first year. During this time, as our students grew in their Arabic language skills, the language classes have been fully accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges). We are working towards UC accreditation by this time next year inshallah. This means that students will be able to use the credit from our Arabic classes to fulfill the high school foreign language requirement.

We are registering students for levels 1 and 2 of our program. All classes will run concurrent to the school academic year. Please click here for more details and registration.

Upcoming Events

Back-to-school Icecream Social

Join us tomorrow for the COOLEST event of the summer! WVMA's Back-to-School Ice Cream Social is coming up! Get ready for a delicious variety of ice cream flavors and fun toppings! Don't miss out on the sweetest way to say goodbye to summer! RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-icecream.

Embracing Faith & Community: New Muslim Panel

Our next Community Night is this Friday! Join us for a community dinner followed by a panel talk where four new Muslims will share their experiences of embracing Islam and being warmly welcomed by our community. Their stories will not only inspire and touch your heart but also revive our own faith and remind us of the beauty and strength of our shared beliefs. InshAllah, this evening will be enlightening and uplifting for all. Click here to RSVP.

Boycat - The Next Generation of Ethical Shopping

Join us this Saturday at LGIC for a conversation with the founder of Boycat.io, who was fired from his day job for building this revolutionary platform. Discover how Boycat divested $60 million from apartheid in just 7 months and is now building towards empowering ethical shoppers to track their financial impact across all causes. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-boycat.

Entrepreneurship 101 Series

The Entrepreneurship Club is hosting its next event at SBIA on Friday, August 16th. Join us for a panel discussion featuring keynote speakers who are recognized leaders in their fields. Click here to register.

Blessed Beginnings

Join us for our monthly gathering for converts and anyone seeking strength and assistance in their journey in Islam. RSVP to let us know you're coming!

Cookbook Club

Join WVMA's first cookbook club! We hope to honor our rich heritage of food with books that represent the vast cultures of Muslims. Every month a new book will get picked and on the last Monday of the month, we will get together for a potluck of food made from the book's recipes.

Our August book is Falastin by Sami Tamimi. Book discussions will happen in the WhatsApp group here:
bit.ly/wvma-cookbook-club

Our August potluck will be on Monday, August 26 (at 6:30) at LGIC.
Bon Appetit!

WVMA's 2nd Annual Sunnah Festival

Save the Date! We are excited to announce our Second Annual Sunnah Festival, a day-long celebration of the life and sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The festival will feature a vibrant bazaar, inspiring talks, and engaging activities for all ages. Mark your calendars for September 14 at LGIC and join us for this special event. We invite you to be a part of the celebration by becoming a sponsor or a vendor at our bazaar. Let's come together to honor the life of our beloved Prophet. Stay tuned for more details!

Sunnah Festival - Youth Theatre Casting Call

Calling all kids aged 6 and over! Do your little ones want to shine on stage and learn about the beautiful Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (s)? Sign them up for an open casting call for a series of fun plays that celebrate Sunnah teachings. No acting experience is needed, just a passion for learning and performing! Sign up at bit.ly/wvma-sunnah-theatre to stay up to date on details about auditions and practice dates.

Community Happenings

Memorial Service for Sr. Aysha Haider

It is with profound grief that we inform you of the passing of Sr. Aysha Haider, beloved wife of Muzaffer Haider and mother of Amer Haider. We ask Allah (SWT) to forgive her sins, grant her Jannat al-Firdaus, and give us the strength to bear this loss. A memorial service will be held this Saturday, August 10th, at 4 PM at SBIA (2345 Harris Way, San Jose). Please RSVP using this link and share this document with friends and family for further details.

Support 2399 Eagle Project at LGIC

My name is Noor Aldimassi, and I am a scout from Troop 2399 working towards my Eagle Project at LGIC. My project aims to enhance the front yard of the Masjid, including building a "Free Little Library" and a brick pony/knee wall with a lit logo of the West Valley Muslim Association (WVMA). Your support will not only benefit LGIC and my project but also serve as a communal invitation (Da'wah). The library will help connect neighbors and strengthen our community relationships, transforming the dirt lawn into a welcoming space. Thank you for your support! Click here to support this community initiative.

Support Eagle Scout Community Bench Project at LGIC

My name is Yaqub, and I am fundraising for my Eagle Scout project. I will be making four benches and adding pavers for the design. I am doing this to create a welcoming area where people can come, sit with friends, and have a chat. Also, I will be selling the benches to people who would like to put a memorial on the bench so they can be remembered. Click here to donate any amount.

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