WVMA Weekly Newsletter

West Valley Muslim Association
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All Happenings at WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

Oh Allah, we turn to You seeking Your guidance, Your mercy, and Your light. Grant us hearts filled with sincerity and tongues that remember You often. Ya Allah, in moments of weakness, grant us strength; in times of uncertainty, bestow upon us clarity and wisdom. Ya Rahman, soften our hearts towards the truth and make us steadfast in our faith. Protect us from the trials that shake us, and make us from those who spread peace, love, and justice in the world. Ameen.

Community Updates

LGIC Exit Policy

As a reminder, please be sure to exit the LGIC premises before 10 pm every night and exit using the entrance. Please be cautious of noise in the early morning and late night hours. Alhamdulillah now that Isha is earlier were able to be done with prayers well before 10 pm.

We Want to Hear from You

Send in your feedback anything to [email protected] or fill out the form for anonymous feedback using this link. 

WVMA Is Hiring

As our programs and services continue to grow, we are seeking talented and dedicated individuals to join our team. We currently have exciting job opportunities for a Facilities Director and a Facilities Coordinator. If you are passionate about serving the community and want to help enhance our services, we encourage you to apply. For more information, please visit our careers page.

Toastmasters Club Interest Form

Are you interested in building your confidence, growing as a leader, or enhancing your communication and public speaking skills? Well you are in luck! WVMA is considering starting a new Toastmasters Club for our community. If you would like to be a part of this exciting opportunity, please fill out this form to express your interest.

Arabic Playgroup Openings

We still have a few open spots for our Arabic playgroup at WVMA for children ages 3-6. The playgroup is a drop-off and meets every Tuesday and Thursday. We will utilize different methods to teach children how to read and write Arabic while taking care of other developmental needs. Click here for more details and registration. 

Upcoming Events & Programs

Chess on Fridays

Join us every Friday for a friendly game of Chess at LGIC! Bring your A-game, chess board, and snacks to share! Please note, this is not a class; participants should have an introductory knowledge of chess. For inquiries, email [email protected]. 

Family Hiking

Join the hiking club this Saturday morning for a community hike. This week we are hiking the Zinfandel Trail. To join the hiking club and stay up to date please submit an application using this link. 

The Art of Invitation: Dawah in Practice

Join us this Saturday afternoon after Dhuhr prayer at LGIC for The Art of Invitation: Dawah in Practice, an interactive session led by Imam Jawad Ahmed, National Director of WhyIslam. Discover the fundamentals of dawah and learn how to invite others to Islam, with a dynamic lecture followed by a Q&A.

Teen Game Night & Basketball Tournament

WVMA youth will be holding a Game Night on Saturday, September 28th from 4 pm to Maghrib for high school and college students. There will be sports, board games, a basketball tournament, and of course food! Feel free to bring your own board games and sports equipment! RSVP at tinyurl.com/wvgamenight.

Hill Ride Biking

Come out and bike with the WVMA Biking Club every Sunday! This week we will meet at 9 am. All levels are welcome. Join the biking group for weekly biking updates by submitting a form using this link.

English Calligraphy Workshop

Join us with your families for an English calligraphy class this Sunday, September 29, at 2:00 PM at LGIC (Dhuhr is at 1:30 PM). In this session, you'll explore both pen and brush calligraphy techniques, with the final goal of rewriting a poem by a Palestinian poet. This hands-on workshop is open to all skill levels, and the cost is just $5. Reserve your spot at bit.ly/wvma-art. Don't miss this chance to learn and practice the art of calligraphy!

Tilawati Tajweed Youth Class

Starting next Monday! Tilawati, a new Tajweed class for 4th-8th graders, is designed to help young students master their Quranic recitation. Led by Sr. Salma Basiouny, who holds an Ijazah in Hafs, students will learn Tajweed rules and improve their fluency in reciting the Quran. Classes will be held every Monday at LGIC, starting September 30th. Dont miss this opportunity to strengthen your kids connection with the Quran! For details and registration, click bit.ly/wvma-tilawati.

Visualizing the Journey of the Soul with Ust. Basil Farooq

Last Monday was the launch of a new class with Ust. Basil Farooq, focusing on the journey of the soul from an Islamic perspective. This class is a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the stages of the hereafter and reflect on what lies beyond this life. Join us next Monday 7:30pm at LGIC. Everyone is welcome to attend. Register at bit.ly/wvma-soul. 

Women's Fitness Class

Next Tuesday, we kick off our women's fitness classes, an 8-week series designed to challenge and strengthen you. Get ready for a dynamic mix of HIIT training and active stretching that will push you to new limits! Whether you join for a single session or the entire series, this is your chance to build strength and resilience in a supportive environment. Lets get strong together!

The Final Rites Sisters Workshop

We encourage all sisters to join the second session of this workshop on Wednesday, October 2nd  with Sr. Fareeda. This virtual session will cover the Islamic etiquette of visiting the ill, manners to support departing souls, Salat al-Janazah, and how to offer condolences. Join at bit.ly/wvma-zoom. 
 

Silver Linings with Ust. Yasmin Mogahed

Only one week away! 
Why do "bad" things happen to "good" people? Why aren't my duas being answered? How can I find peace and healing? Join Ustadha Yasmin Mogahed for an IlmNight on Saturday, October 5th, at LGIC to learn how to navigate lifes challenges with the tools Allah has given us and insights from psychology. Register now at www.almaghrib.org/silver-wvma.
Parents with little ones, we want you to enjoy this evening so we are also offering babysitting that you can register for at bit.ly/oct5-childcare. 

Birds of Gaza: Community Art Project 

Join us on Sunday, October 6 at the LGIC Auditorium for Birds of Gaza, a community art project in remembrance of the children killed in Israels genocide of Palestinians. Through the power of collective art, participants will craft unique birds to honor over 15,000 children who have lost their lives. Open to all ages, this project invites everyone to come together, reflect, and raise awareness of these atrocities. Art supplies will be provided, and volunteers will be available to offer artistic inspiration. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-birds-of-gaza.

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

Shine Labs and Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship Club present Startup Boot Camp. From dream to reality: Launch your startup! Click here to sign up. Sessions start October 19th and deadline to sign up is October 14th. 

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Community Happenings

Help Heal Palestine Fundraiser and Cultural Fair

Join us at Palo Alto City Hall for a Palestinian cultural fair and fundraiser for HEAL Palestine on Saturday, September 28 at 1 PM. There will be food, henna, performances, art building activities and more. 

Youth Shark Tank

Are you ready to unleash your creativity and pitch your ideas? Join us for the OPEN SV Youth Shark Tank pitch competition! We're thrilled to have a UC Berkeley professor of entrepreneurship leading you through two dynamic boot camps to prepare you for the big day. 

Dont miss your chance to shine! Share this with your friends and schoolmates aged 14-20 who are ready to take on the challenge! Hurrysign-ups close once we hit capacity! Plus, you could win up to $1,000 in prizes! Click here to sign up now!

Photo of the Week

Last Saturday, we were honored to host Haji Noor Deen for a calligraphy workshop at LGIC. The room was filled with a vibrant community of all ages, eager to learn and engage with this beautiful art form. May Allah bless our efforts to preserve and share the beauty of Islamic art, and grant us many more opportunities to gather in pursuit of knowledge and creativity. Ameen!

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