OUR EVENTS
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We offer a rich array of virtual and on-site events in Fremont and Chicago. Check out our upcoming events or come visit us.
Chicago Friday Prayers, 1:00pm - 2:00pm CT
Join us at our Chicago campus for our weekly gathering of Jummah prayer with the community.
Word to the Wise: Tuesdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30pm CT
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bride-Groom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the futility of relying on our own capabilities, rather than God’s, to practical matters such as eating and keeping good company.
This installment of our series, Word to the Wise, will provide an accessible, two-year exploration of the spiritual tradition of Islam that is grounded in the Book of God and the example of His Messenger ﷺ.
Weekly Mawlid: Sundays, 5:30pm PT
A weekly gathering that follows a compilation of nasheeds (chants) and prayers, titled “Remembering the Beloved.” Each gathering is followed by a short talk.
Mawlid will be held on-site outdoors at our Fremont campus - registration required to attend. Space is limited.
Weekly Burdah: Thursdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30 PM CT
Come praise and remember the Prophet, peace be upon him, in the weekly recitation of the famous poem, “Qasidat al-Burdah”, “Poem of the Mantle”, with our community. Pre-registration is required for on-site attendance.
Chicago Friday Prayer with Mike Swies, 1:00pm - 2:00pm CT
Join us at our Chicago campus for our weekly gathering of Jummah prayer with the community.
Bay Area: The Aphorisms, 7:00 pm PT / 9:00 pm CT
We are all searching for wisdom in today's world of mass information--wisdom that can place us in proper alignment with everything happening around us. "The Aphorisms" of Ibn 'Ata'illah are pieces of spiritual wisdom that place everything in their proper context. Mind, body, and soul can be perfectly balanced so that we properly deal with the challenges of life. These aphorisms help us to navigate life while keeping God at the forefront. Join us for a weekend intensive as we take a deep dive into this amazing text led by Shaykh Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari.
Weekend Intensive in Chicago, May 5-7th, and Bay Area, May 12-14th, with Shaykh Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari. Covering "The Book of Aphorisms (Kitab al-Hikam)" by Ibn Ata Allah Al-Iskandari.
Please register as space is limited.
FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
We are grateful to be able to offer Full Financial Zakat Scholarships to cover the cost of tickets for the retreat, available to those who are eligible; please email [email protected] to request a zakat scholarship.
Chicago: The Aphorisms, 7:00 pm CT / 5:00 pm PT
We are all searching for wisdom in today's world of mass information--wisdom that can place us in proper alignment with everything happening around us. "The Aphorisms" of Ibn 'Ata'illah are pieces of spiritual wisdom that place everything in their proper context. Mind, body, and soul can be perfectly balanced so that we properly deal with the challenges of life. These aphorisms help us to navigate life while keeping God at the forefront. Join us for a weekend intensive as we take a deep dive into this amazing text led by Shaykh Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari.
Weekend Intensive in Chicago, May 5-7th, and Bay Area, May 12-14th, with Shaykh Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari. Covering "The Book of Aphorisms (Kitab al-Hikam)" by Ibn Ata Allah Al-Iskandari.
Please register as space is limited.
FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
We are grateful to be able to offer Full Financial Zakat Scholarships to cover the cost of tickets for the retreat, available to those who are eligible; please email [email protected] to request a zakat scholarship.
Weekly Burdah: Thursdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30 PM CT
Come praise and remember the Prophet, peace be upon him, in the weekly recitation of the famous poem, “Qasidat al-Burdah”, “Poem of the Mantle”, with our community. Pre-registration is required for on-site attendance.
Word to the Wise: Tuesdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30pm CT
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bride-Groom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the futility of relying on our own capabilities, rather than God’s, to practical matters such as eating and keeping good company.
This installment of our series, Word to the Wise, will provide an accessible, two-year exploration of the spiritual tradition of Islam that is grounded in the Book of God and the example of His Messenger ﷺ.
Weekly Mawlid: Sundays, 5:30pm PT
A weekly gathering that follows a compilation of nasheeds (chants) and prayers, titled “Remembering the Beloved.” Each gathering is followed by a short talk.
Mawlid will be held on-site outdoors at our Fremont campus - registration required to attend. Space is limited.
“Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Ubaydullah Evans and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
Chicago: Qiyam
We are excited to host a Community Qiyam on Monday Night, April 17th. This will be a night filled with reflection, remembrance, and prayer with special guests.
Bay Area “Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 6:20 pm PT / 8:20 pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Dawood Yasin, Hosai Mojaddidi, Mahdy Amine and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
Bay Area: Qiyam 12:30am PT
We are excited to host a Community Qiyam on Saturday Night, April 15th PM PT. This will be a night filled with reflection, remembrance, and prayer with special guests.
"Fasting with the Beloved”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Fasting in Ramadan is an obligatory act that has been upheld from generation to generation. Join us as we dive deep into the best of generations and how they fasted with the best of creation, The beloved of God ﷺ. Umair Haseeb will explain details on The Prophet’s ﷺ fast and how to attain a beautiful experience, “Fasting with The Beloved".
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
“Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Ubaydullah Evans and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
Bay Area “Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 6:20 pm PT / 8:20 pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Dawood Yasin, Hosai Mojaddidi, Mahdy Amine and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
"Fasting with the Beloved”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Fasting in Ramadan is an obligatory act that has been upheld from generation to generation. Join us as we dive deep into the best of generations and how they fasted with the best of creation, The beloved of God ﷺ. Umair Haseeb will explain details on The Prophet’s ﷺ fast and how to attain a beautiful experience, “Fasting with The Beloved".
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
“Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Ubaydullah Evans and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
Bay Area “Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 7:00 pm PT / 9:00 pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Dawood Yasin, Hosai Mojaddidi, Mahdy Amine and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
"Fasting with the Beloved”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Fasting in Ramadan is an obligatory act that has been upheld from generation to generation. Join us as we dive deep into the best of generations and how they fasted with the best of creation, The beloved of God ﷺ. Umair Haseeb will explain details on The Prophet’s ﷺ fast and how to attain a beautiful experience, “Fasting with The Beloved".
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
“Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Ubaydullah Evans and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
Bay Area “Ramadan, Welcome Home”, 7:00 pm PT / 9:00 pm CT
Home is where the heart is! Many of us are searching for communities to call home or a sense of belonging. Some are finding their spiritual homes for the first time. Join us as we discuss with Dawood Yasin, Hosai Mojaddidi, Mahdy Amine and our Executive Director, Ali Dia on how Ramadan can welcome us all home, as we welcome it into our homes and hearts.
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
"Fasting with the Beloved”, 4:20pm PT / 6:20pm CT
Fasting in Ramadan is an obligatory act that has been upheld from generation to generation. Join us as we dive deep into the best of generations and how they fasted with the best of creation, The beloved of God ﷺ. Umair Haseeb will explain details on The Prophet’s ﷺ fast and how to attain a beautiful experience, “Fasting with The Beloved".
Followed by Iftar & Taraweeh.
Childcare will not be provided.
Weekend Retreat: On Fasting
In collaboration with Al-Maqasid, join us for a 3-Day Weekend Retreat from February 24th-26th in the Bay Area with Yahya Rhodus & Yusuf Weltch. Covering Book 6, on fasting, of Imam al-Ghazali’s Ihya’ ‘Ulum al-Din (Revival of the Religious Sciences).
In this book of Imam al-Ghazali’s Ihya', he informs us of the obligations of Fasting, the inner dimension and degrees of the fast, and the merit of fasting the recommended days outside of Ramadan.
Word to the Wise: Tuesdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30pm CT
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bride’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the futility of relying on our own capabilities, rather than God’s, to practical matters such as eating and keeping good company.
This installment of our series, Word to the Wise, will provide an accessible, two-year exploration of the spiritual tradition of Islam that is grounded in the Book of God and the example of His Messenger ﷺ.
Weekly Mawlid: Sundays, 5:30pm PT
A weekly gathering that follows a compilation of nasheeds (chants) and prayers, titled “Remembering the Beloved.” Each gathering is followed by a short talk.
Mawlid will be held on-site outdoors at our Fremont campus - registration required to attend. Space is limited.
A Drop In The Ocean: A Deeper Dive
Join us for this in-depth, 8-week class that will explore the deep and profound meaning of the 30th Juz of the Qur’an. This weekly class will provide spiritual and practical depth to the smaller chapters of the Qur’an, as well as a look into its sciences that explain the ocean of meaning through God’s speech!
Chicago Friday Prayer with Ali Nasaruddin, 1:00pm - 2:00pm CT
Join us at our Chicago campus for our weekly gathering of Jummah prayer with the community.
Weekly Burdah: Thursdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30 PM CT
Come praise and remember the Prophet, peace be upon him, in the weekly recitation of the famous poem, “Qasidat al-Burdah”, “Poem of the Mantle”, with our community. Pre-registration is required for on-site attendance.
Word to the Wise: Tuesdays, 5:30pm PT / 7:30pm CT
How can we best spend our time to draw nearer to Allah on a daily basis? Thousands of commitments and distractions limit our ability to worship and prepare for the next life. Knowing where to start and how to use our precious time is a challenge many of us face.