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A Special Ramadan with WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

Ya Allah, we ask You to bless us with the arrival of this sacred month of Ramadan. Purify our hearts, increase our faith, and grant us the strength to fast with sincerity and devotion.

Ya Allah, guide us to make the most of every moment of this month, seeking Your forgiveness, mercy, and pleasure. Let this Ramadan be a time of spiritual renewal, where we are drawn closer to You, and let our hearts be filled with gratitude and humility.

Ya Allah, protect us from distractions, help us maintain our patience, and give us the ability to give generously to those in need. Make this Ramadan a means of transformation, bringing us closer to You and filling our lives with light. Ameen.

Ramadan Mubarak!

Ramadan is Almost Here!

With grateful hearts, we prepare to welcome another blessed Ramadana time of renewal, worship, and deep connection with Allah.

As we step into this sacred month, we embrace the blessings of fasting, prayer, and community. Ramadan is a time for reflection, growth, and strengthening our faith together.

At WVMA, we look forward to sharing this journey with you. May Allah accept our efforts, grant us strength, and fill this month with peace and barakah.

Ramadan Highlights 2025 / 1446

1st night of taraweeh prayer will be Friday, February 28th, 2025 after Isha at Los Gatos Islamic Center (16769 Farley Rd, Los Gatos) and Prospect Center (19848 Prospect Rd, Saratoga).
The first day of fasting will be on Saturday, March 1st, 2025.
Community Iftars will be on Saturdays at Prospect Center, the first being on March 8th at Prospect Center.
Daily Iftars will be held at LGIC and Saratoga Musalla on Monday through Friday exclusively for singles, converts, students, and travelers.

Our delicious local dates are here! Purchase your box in advance. Details can be found at bit.ly/wvma-dates2025.

Iftar sponsorship opportunities are now open! Click here to sponsor and share the blessings.

Also, were thrilled to launch two exciting initiatives to help our kids connect with the Quran: the Quran Read-a-thon and the Quran Memorization Challenge!

To stay informed throughout Ramadan, be sure to visit our Ramadan page, follow us on social media, check out our Linktree, and download the Ramadan information booklet below, which has all the details and guidelines for what Ramadan will look like at WVMA.

Download Ramadan 2025 Prayer Calendar

Download Ramadan 2025 Info Booklet

Traffic & Safety Guidelines for Ramadan

As many of you know, we're in the process of applying for a use permit for LGIC that will allow us to pray Fajr, Isha, and Taraweeh at the masjid. It is crucial that we all know and follow the Traffic and Safety Guidelines, especially during Ramadan. Failure to adhere to these guidelines will jeopardize our ability to continue to pray at and benefit from the Los Gatos Islamic Center. Please take a moment to look over the guidelines and share them with your family and friends as well.

Ramadan Traffic and Safety Guidelines

Ramadan Volunteer Call-Out!

Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you want to volunteer with us this Ramadan! We need your help to make it the best one yet! There are many opportunities for you to get involved and make a difference in our community! If youre interested in volunteering, please email [email protected] and let us know which area you're interested in helping in!

First Week of Ramadan

Featured Events

Friday: Ramadan Stories with Imam Fuad

Final Session of Our Ramadan Stories Series!
Join us in the prayer hall for the final session of our series with Imam Fuad as we prepare to enter the blessed month of Ramadan. This session will be on the Battle of Badr, a pivotal moment in our history.
Please note: No dinner will be served. After the talk, we will have Quran Wird with Imam Albaraa, followed by Isha prayer and the first Taraweeh prayer, inshAllah.
We look forward to welcoming Ramadan together!

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Ramadan Programming

Ramadan Goal Setting with Kareem AlSayed

Start your Ramadan with clarity and purpose!
This Saturday you can join us for a Ramadan goal-setting session with certified high-performance coach Kareem Elsayed at LGIC. This powerful session will help you set meaningful spiritual, personal, and communal goals, ensuring you make the most of this blessed month.
Dont miss out on this much-needed opportunity! RSVP now at bit.ly/wvma-goalsetting!

Ramadan Community Qiyam

Join us for a spiritually uplifting night at our Ramadan Community Qiyam this Sunday, March 2, at Saratoga Musalla, starting at 3:30 AM with prayer, followed by a short talk at 4:00 AM, and concluding with Fajr. We encourage families to attend together and make the most of this special gathering. RSVP at bit.ly/Saratoga-qiyam. We look forward to seeing you there, InshaAllah!

Youth Empowerment Iftar

No time to waste! Our annual youth iftar at LGIC is this Sunday! We are honored to welcome Sr. Zahra Billoo, as our guest speaker, with Imam AlBaraa leading the Quran recitation and dua. This iftar is open exclusively to high school and college students. Were excited to break our fast together. Kindly register at bit.ly/wvma-march2 and invite your friends. See you there, inshAllah!

Siraat Iftar Banquet

MashAllah, this event is sold out! But dont worryyou can still sign up for the waitlist to be notified if tickets open up! This event is primarily for Muslims ages 22-35. To join the waitlist and for more details, visit tinyurl.com/siraat-iftar-2025.

Look Ahead to Week 2

Toddler Storytime

Bring your little ones and let them experience the masjid in a fun and meaningful way! Join us Saturday Mornings for a special Ramadan-themed story time, designed for children ages 1-5 years old. Enjoy captivating tales by local authors that bring the spirit of Ramadan to life. This event will take place in the Multi-Purpose Room. RSVP now at bit.ly/wvma-ramadanstories.

Nutrition, Worship and Wellbeing with Sr. Ilham Malick

Join us for our first Ramadan Saturday talk with Registered Dietitian Ilham Malik on creating a sustainable approach to self-care in Ramadan. This program will run alongside the Crafternoonsysical and spiritual needs, including how to optimize suhoor and iftar, maintain energy for prayer, and nurture overall wellbeing. All community members are welcome! This program will run alongside the Crafternoons, so parents are welcome to sign up their kids and attend the talk! RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-march8.

Junior Crafternoon

Were so excited to bring back our ever-popular Crafternoon Juniors program this year, offering kids aged 6-10 a chance to get into the Ramadan spirit through fun and creative crafts! Tickets for Crafternoon Juniors will go live the Sunday before the event, so be sure to grab them quickly as spaces are limited. Please note that there are no refunds available. We look forward to seeing your little ones enjoy this special activity! Register at bit.ly/wvma-jr-crafts.

Crafternoon: 3D Textured Painting

WVMA Crafternoon is returning this Ramadan with a creative twist! Kids will have the opportunity to mix art and modeling paste to create stunning 3D texture paintings on canvas. This class is designed for kids ages 11 and older due to its advanced nature. Spaces are limited so be sure to reserve your spot now at bit.ly/wvma-crafternoon8! Parents can enjoy the nutrition talk with Ilhan Malick happening at the same time in the prayer hall.

Community Iftar

At WVMA, we take pride in our community iftars! They're not just about breaking fast they're a chance to gather, connect, and soak in the barakah. With delicious food, great company, and positive vibes, our iftars truly embody the spirit of togetherness. It's where hearts meet and memories are made! First iftar will be Saturday March 8th at Prospect Center. RSVP for your family at bit.ly/wvma-iftar2025.

Diseases of the Heart and Their Cure

We are excited to launch a special Ramadan series, Diseases of the Heart and Their Cures, with Sr. Farah Al-Dhaher. This Sunday series will explore the spiritual diseases that affect our hearts and the remedies to purify them. The program is open to high school and college students, as well as young professionals, both brothers and sisters. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-heart.

Iftar with Converts and Friends

We warmly invite all our convert brothers and sisters along with their friends to join us for a special Iftar with Imam Fuad Mohamed who will deliver a talk sharing the significance of Ramadan and what makes it so special to Muslims. We look forward to an evening of breaking our fast together and strengthening our community bonds. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-march9.

Become a WVMA Sustainer

This Ramadan, we invite you to be among those who sustain the masjid and help it grow. WVMA thrives thanks to the generous support of our sustainersdedicated individuals and families who strengthen our community through continuous financial contributions.

Every righteous act is multiplied tenfold in Ramadan, and every gift, big or small, directly supports WVMAs operations and meaningful programming.

Commit to a daily pledge of just $10 and earn endless blessings, and rewards in this life and the next. We welcome and appreciate every contribution, recognizing that everyone's financial circumstances are unique.

Join us in this opportunity to give and receive infinite rewards.

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