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MAS Bay Area Annual Banquet Dinner

MAS BAY AREA - Annual Banquet Dinner Saturday, May 12th, 2018 @ Chandni Restauraunt - Newark - CA Guest Speakers: Imam Suhaib Webb Imam Abdel Jalil Mezgouri Entertainment by: Raef Haggag Kids Program - Managed by BamRec Children 3-12 yrs old Tickets: General Admission - $35.00 Children (3-12 yrs old) Admission - $15.00

5/12/2018 5:30:00 PM -07:00

Basketball Tournament

MAS Madness! MAS Bay Area Young Professionals Committee is hosting an indoor basketball tournament on April 21, 2018. If you are 20+yrs of age, gather your squad and lace up those kicks because this is a tournament you don't want to miss! Our goal is to provide a friendly, respectful, and competitive tournament, with professional referees in each game. The cost is $200 per team (5-10 players per team) which will include jerseys and prizes for winning teams. Can't find a team? No worries, you can still register as an individual and we will help in getting you in a team, add your name here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWskii9DwEgrD9vfQYYP8XsKbWGt2lv-klfUrFpWKqzv4q1Q/viewform Location & Time Orchard Bruins Event Center Doors open at 1:00pm for check in. Look out for more tournament updates here! Please register your team on www.masbayarea.org.

4/21/2018 1:00:00 PM -07:00

Sisters Hike

MAS Bay Area Young Professionals Committee Invites sisters 18yrs and older to SISTERS HIKE @ Alum Rock Park - South Rim Trail Sunday, April 8th @ 9am Please rsvp thru eventbrite in the link below.

4/8/2018 9:00:00 AM -07:00

Meet Up: Muslims in Tech

Are you working in the Silicon Valley’s ever-growing tech scene? Meet other professionals working on cool projects at awesome companies over some of the best coffee in the South Bay. We hope to see you there! Please note that registration is limited to 25 people on a first come first served basis

4/7/2018 10:00:00 AM -07:00

Ameen Housing Workshop: Buying a Home & Investing

Please join us on Tuesday evening on March 27th for a quick workshop with Ameen Housing on the home buying process and investing opportunities with Ameen Housing. We will stay immediately after maghreb at the MCA Maryam Hall.

3/27/2018 7:30:00 PM -07:00

Islamic Home Financing

Are you looking to buy a home, but unsure about the process? Are you looking for Islamic financing options to buy your home? MAS Bay Area Young Professionals Committee and MCA Social Committee invite you to join us for an evening presentation with Guidance Residential to learn about the process of buying a home, from prerequisites to closing! As we go through the home-buying process with Guidance, you'll have the opportunity to ask questions about anything from Shariah compliance, loan maximums, and more! Event Details Tuesday March 20th 7-9pm MCA Maryam Banquet Hall Please RSVP on the Eventbrite page!

3/20/2018 7:00:00 PM -07:00

High School & Early College Prep Workshop - Girls Only

High School & Early College Prep_Workshop FOR GIRLS ONLY (high school and midcollege students) - Learn about your options for schools(s), classes and tests. - Find answers to questions on CHESPE, SAT, ACT, and college placement tests. - Gain knowledge on college requirements from GPA to community service and credits. - Learn some habits and study skills of successful students.

3/18/2018 10:00:00 AM -07:00

High School & Early College Prep Workshop

High School & Early College Prep_Workshop FOR BOYS ONLY (high school and midcollege students) - Learn about your options for schools(s), classes and tests. - Find answers to questions on CHESPE, SAT, ACT, and college placement tests. - Gain knowledge on college requirements from GPA to community service and credits. - Learn some habits and study skills of successful students.

3/10/2018 1:00:00 PM -08:00

Sisters Hike

MAS Young Professionals Committee Presents SISTERS HIKE Sunday, Match 4th, 9am-12pm @ Almaden QuickSilver County Park 21785 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120 Please be 18yrs of age and older We will meet at 8:50am at the gate. Please bring your own water

3/4/2018 9:00:00 AM -08:00

Quran Quest 2018

MAS BAY AREA 7th ANNUAL QURAN QUEST COMPETITION

2/24/2018 10:00:00 AM -08:00

Food Distribution & Winter Clothing Drive

MAS Bay Area Young Professionals Committee invites you to join us on Sunday, December 17, 2017 to help the homeless in San Jose. We will start out at the MAS office at 10:30am to prepare lunches and then carpool to downtown San Jose to distribute the food along with gloves and blankets. You can help this project by doing the following: 1- If you or your family member(s) fit the target age group, please join the team on Sunday by signing up here: https://masbayareadrive.eventbrite.com 2- Donate for the drive: To donate towards the purchase of gloves, blankets, and food please visit: https://www.launchgood.com/project/food_distribution_and_winter_clothing_drive#!/ All donations are greatly appreciated. 3- Share the events page and launchgood campaign page on your Social Media account. Just copy the above links and share them with the people you know.

12/17/2017 10:30:00 AM -08:00

Sisters Hike

MAS Bay Area Invites all young professional sisters to join us on a morning hike at Rancho San Antonio! Join us for a moderate hike and get to know your fellow sisters. Carpool will be arranged from MCA. Please be sure to indicate that you are interested in carpooling in the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sisters-hike-mas-bay-area-tickets-39001167542 Please dress appropriately as it may be chilly in the morning and don't forget to bring a water bottle! Follow up details will be sent out to all registrants as the date approaches iA. We look forward to meeting you all! Happy Hiking!

10/29/2017 8:00:00 AM -07:00

Seerah Quest Competition

1st ANNUAL SEERAH QUEST SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2017 MCA Khadijah Banquet Hall, 3003 Scott Blvd Registration fee $90/team LAST DAY TO REGISTER: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2017 Study Guide: Book: In the Footsteps of the Prophet: Lessons from the Life of Muhammad, by Tariq Ramadan

10/7/2017 10:00:00 AM -07:00

MAS Youth Camp

MAS Bay Area Annual Youth Camp Two Age Groups: 11-14 yrs & 15-18yrs old Cost: $165 per person (additional siblings are $150 each) Date: August 18-20 (Friday-Sunday) Location: YMCA Camp Loma Mar register at www.masbayarea.org

8/20/2017 12:00:00 AM -07:00

10th Annual Back to School Project, By MAS Bay Area

Come out and help put together backpacks with school supplies for kids in need. MAS Bay Area has been providing backpacks full of school supplies since 2008. We provide these bags to Fostered/ orphan children, children of victims of domestic violence, refugee children, and impoverished kids. This year we hope to fund raise money for 1000 backpacks to fulfill the needs of the various organizations we partner with: This year, we will fundraise using Roonga. Donate here: https://www.roonga.com/masbackpacks/ Link for Volunteering: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqzoSn9UydICSpAD_15y_ZiIooshcOmcEt8oKO_NEzAWXKzQ/viewform?c=0&w=1

7/30/2017 10:00:00 AM -07:00

MAS Bay Area Annual Fundraising Dinner

MAS BAY AREA Annual Fundraising Dinner Sunday. May 7th - 2017 5:30pm - 9:30pm Guest Speakers: Sajid Khan - Public Defender Sameera Ahmed - Ph.D. Clinical Psychology AbdulRaoof Alkhawaldeh - Motivational Speaker Entertainment Jeremy McLellan (Comedian)

5/7/2017 5:30:00 PM -07:00

Youth BBQ day at the park

MAS BAY AREA P R E S E N T S Youth BBQ Day at the Park Saturday, May 6th 12pm - 6pm A day full of fun, food, games Sports Leage Signups Age 14+ Fee - $5 per person At Lick Mill Park in Santa Clara - CA

5/6/2017 12:00:00 PM -07:00

Journey to Jannah - Prepare for Ramadan Workshop!

MAS BAY AREA - PRESENTS JOURNEY TO JANNAH Pre-Ramadan Workshop with Dr. Imad Bayoun Saturday, April 29th - 4:30 - 7:30PM Youth and College Students Please confirm your attendance - limited seating available!

4/29/2017 4:30:00 PM -07:00

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Yemen

Join us for a delicious, all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast as we raise funds and awareness of the plight of our brothers and sisters in need in Yemen. Pancakes will be made to order, fresh off the griddle, with the choice of plain or chocolate chip. We'll have a variety of topping options such as whipped cream, NUTELLA, and strawberries. And of course, there will be plenty of coffee, tea, and juice to go around. Please RSVP by saying GOING. Price: $12 per individual $15 if you would like to take part of our raffle! Why we're doing this: Yemen Needs You More Than Ever! This campaign is a fundraising and awareness spreading effort spanning the first two weeks of March in hopes of raising money for people in Yemen. Approximately 7 million people are severely malnourished in Yemen and at least 370,000 of them are children. With the crisis only increasing in intensity, we see it as an obligation upon us to assist in any way we can. The campaign: #Hearts4Humanity We are part of MAS Youth National's second annual Hearts4Humanity project in which 15+ MAS chapters in 15+ cities around the country are participating in a fundraising competition from March 1st to March 14th to raise the most funds (via Islamic Relief) and awareness about the Yemeni Crisis. Team Bay Area is racing to raise a goal of $3,000 insha'Allah! https://www.launchgood.com/project/hearts4humanity_team_bay_area_1#/

3/12/2017 9:30:00 AM -07:00

Interfaith Veteran's Homeless Shelter build

Habitati for Humanity (HfH) needs the help of the Muslim community in the Bay Area to join forces with other faith groups to build a transitional homeless shelter for 16 veterans. The project is large compared to previous HfH projects, so there is a need for a lot of volunteers! We have a need for 6 volunteers, first come first served! Please see below for more information on this volunteer opportunity. For questions, please email hisham.said@masbayarea.org. _______________________________________ VOLUNTEER INFORMATION – Vermont House Site Location: 1072 Vermont St, San Jose, CA 95126 8:30AM – 3:30PM Parking: Parking is available on side streets near the construction site. Please carpool, check street signs for parking restrictions, and be sure to leave neighborhood driveways clear. It is best not to leave valuables visible in your car. Clothes: Please wear closed-toed shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty, painted, or ruined. We recommend wearing protective footwear as the site may be muddy and wet. Most volunteers wear rain boots, jeans or shorts, an old t-shirt, and a sweatshirt. Layer for the weather and bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to stay protected from the sun. Bring rain gear, as we will work through light rain. Tools: All hand and power tools and safety equipment, including hardhats, goggles, and gloves, will be provided. You may bring your own hand tools if you would prefer to use them, but be sure to label them with your name. Lunch: We will break for 30-45 minute lunch at noon. Lunch will not be provided. Bring a bag lunch or be prepared to leave site, but return by 12:45-1:00PM. We will have jugs of tap water available, and we recommend bringing refillable water bottles. Facilities: We have portable toilets on site, as well as a hand-washing station. Indoor plumbing will not be available. Rain: For safety reasons, we will close the site in the event of heavy rain. After 7:00 am on your build day, please call our Rain Line at 510-251-6304 and follow prompt 7. If the site will be closed due to rain, the message will say so. If the message makes no mention of rain, assume the site is open. If your build day is canceled due to rain, we will make every effort to reschedule as soon as possible. Youth: For safety reasons, all volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Volunteers younger than 18 must bring a signed minor waiver form with them to the site. Minor waiver forms are available on our website at http://www.habitatebsv.org/sites/default/files/Minor%20Waiver%20HEBSV%202016.pdf.

3/11/2017 8:30:00 AM -08:00

QURAN QUEST 2017

The annual Qur’an Quest draws hundreds of contestants in teams to a day-long competition for locally-sponsored prizes in an effort to understand God’s Divine Word. Memorization is not required (just tafseer (explanation) in this youth-centered signature event aimed at incubating love and energy for the Qur’an into our youth.

2/25/2017 10:00:00 AM -08:00

Monthly Hike

Join us for a 3.5 mile hike at Castle Rock State Park. We'll be meeting at 830am, and start hiking at 9am. The entrance to the trail is in the parking lot. But parking is limited so please try to carpool. If you park in the lot near the entrance of the trail, day use is $8. There's parking on the main street (Skyline Blvd) outside of the lot, please careful as you walk to meet on the trail. Bring with you: A water bottle, a small snack and a light jacket in case of cold weather. Not stroller friendly, please bring a carrier if you bring a young child. Please rsvp so we know how many people to expect.

12/4/2016 8:30:00 AM -08:00

MAS-MCA RAWDAH BBQ

11/5/2016 1:30:00 PM -07:00

MAS Monthly Hike - November

MAS Monthly Hike is back! Join us for a 3 mile hike on the Wood Road Trail. We'll be meeting at 8am, and start hiking at 830am. Bring with you: A water bottle, a small snack and a light jacket in case of cold weather. Trail is a dirt trail, the hike is kid friendly, would probably encourage parents of young kids to carry kids rather than use stroller though. Please rsvp so we know how many people to expect. DIRECTIONS: From Interstate 280 in Santa Clara County, take CA 85 south (toward Gilroy). After about 12 miles, exit at Almaden Expressway, stay in either of the ramp's two right lanes, make the first left, then the next right onto Almaden Expressway. Drive about 4 miles, then turn right onto Almaden Road. Drive on Almaden about 3 miles to the Hacienda Trailhead on the right side of the road. (If you reach the Hicks Road intersection you've gone too far.)

11/5/2016 8:00:00 AM -07:00

MAS Youth Camp | Sept. 2-5

Join us for the MAS Youth Camp over Labor Day Weekend 2016. Campers will participate in hikes and sports, nightly bonfires, and listen to uplifting speakers. This is spiritual and fun weekend camp is for youth between 12 and 17 years of age. Campers will stay in gender-segregated cabins with beds. Register at: http://masbayarea.org/events/youth-camp/

9/5/2016 12:00:00 AM -07:00

9th Annual Back to School Project, By MAS Bay Area

Come out and help put together backpacks with school supplies for kids in need. MAS Bay Area has been providing backpacks full of school supplies since 2008. We provide these bags to Fostered/ orphan children, children of victims of domestic violence, refugee children, and impoverished kids. This year we hope to fund raise money for 1500 backpacks to fulfill the needs of the various organizations we partner with: Please help by donating! Only $8 provides a backpack full of supplies to a child in need. This year, we will fundraise using LaunchGood. Donate here: www.launchgood.com/backToSchool Link for Volunteering: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WALxCmJMGfBF-dupwvcQ0ohVHBmK7fwPpCEjKE0Ecys/viewform

7/31/2016 10:00:00 AM -07:00

MAS Supporters' Iftar

Come learn about MAS Bay Area’s programs, projects, and events with a special focus on the work we do with the youth. Babysitting provided. Delicious Afghan Iftar. Seating limited. Tickets: Adult: $20 and Children: $10.

6/17/2016 7:00:00 PM -07:00

MAS Summer Camp

Color your children’s life with Islamic etiquette this summer at MAS Bay Area’s “My Manners, My Powers.” This is one-week summer camp is for children between 6 to 10 years old. Summer camp is great opportunity to learn and have fun. Through art projects, cooking, science, Islamic studies, and more, kids learn new Islamic knowledge and experience a novel experience. The camp runs between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. from Monday, June 13 to Friday, June 17.

6/17/2016 12:00:00 AM -07:00

MAS Youth Soccer Tournament

MAS Youth Soccer Tournament for boys ages 13 to 18 over Memorial Day Weekend. The cost is $50 per team (5-8 players).

5/30/2016 9:00:00 AM -07:00

Habitat for Humanity | Volunteer

Home Repair Program Date: April 23 & 24, 2016 Time: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Site Location: 3082 Oakbridge Dr, San Jose, CA 95121 Sign up and details at: https://masbayarea.org/events/habitat/

4/23/2016 8:30:00 AM -07:00

MAS Youth Jummuah Crew

The MAS Youth Committee is excited to launch it's newest project - the MY Jumuah Crew! Join us for new weekly open discussion circles for young 7th through 12th graders, split up by grade and gender, that will be taking place in the MCA Youth Lounge between Maghreb and Isha. These discussions will be centered around relevant matters in the lives of the youth and focused on building bonds of faith. Have any questions? Email us at youth@masbayarea.org.

4/15/2016 7:30:00 PM -07:00

Family Bonfire Night

Get your blankets ready! It’s time for MAS Bay Area’s Family Bonfire Night. Come pray Asr & Maghrib together and have a bonfire under the beautiful April evening stars! Please bring your own chairs and blankets! Pizza, smores and hot drinks will be provided. This is open to all MAS as well as non-MAS members! Come socialize and make some smores with your brothers and sisters. Registration required just so we can ensure that we have enough pizza, snacks and drinks! See you there insh'Allah! https://masbayarea.org/events/family-bonfire/ Questions? sahar.ibrahaim@masbayarea.org

4/2/2016 6:00:00 PM -07:00

MAS Youth Jummuah Crew - Inaugural Night

The MAS Youth Committee is excited to launch it's newest project - the MY Jumuah Crew! Join us for new weekly open discussion circles for young 7th through 12th graders, split up by grade and gender, that will be taking place in the MCA Youth Lounge between Maghreb and Isha. These discussions will be centered around relevant matters in the lives of the youth and focused on building bonds of faith. Have any questions? Email us at youth@masbayarea.org.

4/1/2016 7:30:00 PM -07:00

Brothers Open Halaqa

A no-commitment open halaqa at 8:30 p.m. every other Monday starting March 21 for young professional brothers. A different topic each week, or we follow a book, or we just freestyle - all dependent on group's vibe. Questions? abdullah.mourad@masbayarea.org

3/21/2016 8:00:00 PM -07:00

Free Tax Preparation | MAS Office

For households with gross 2015 income less than $54,000. Get the tax credits you deserve! No appointment necessary. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20 and Mar. 19 Please bring: Social Security card or ITIN for each family member W-2 forms for jobs held in 2015 and 1099 or 1098 forms Child care provider information Landlord’s contact information Voided check Last year’s tax return (if available) Health insurance statement form 1095-A, 1095-B, 1095-C (if available) Questions? sctaxaid@gmail.com Sponsored by: MAS Bay Area & Tax-Aid

3/19/2016 10:00:00 AM -07:00

Family Bonfire Night

** EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN ** Get your blankets ready! It's time for family bonfire night. Come pray Maghrib together and have a bonfire under the beautiful March evening stars! Please bring your own chairs and blankets! Snacks and hot drinks will be provided. This is open to all MAS as well as non-MAS members! Come socialize and make some smores with your brothers and sisters. No registration required. Please RSVP on FB so we can ensure we have enough snacks and drinks! See you there!

3/12/2016 5:30:00 PM -08:00

Rawdah Community Garden | Volunteer Effort

We will be working on the inaugural Rawdah garden at the MCA this Saturday by removing weeds, relocating the dripping lines, and placing the compost in planting beds. All ages are welcome! Parents should signup on behalf of their youth, ages 14 and younger. During the event, the parents should always be present while their youth is volunteering. Please write in the comment field of your signup the names and ages of your youth. Please bring a rain coat in case it rains.

3/12/2016 11:00:00 AM -08:00

Homelessness Workshop & Outreach | MAS Youth

Have you ever thought about how blessed you are? Have you ever thanked Allah for all that He has given you, and all the opportunities in your life that you can't imagine ever being without? Have you thought about those who don't share your fortune? Ever wonder what it's like to not have a home to go to? To beg people for any kind of help: spare change, a sandwich, a prayer? Join us for a thought-provoking presentation and discussion about the issue of homelessness and poverty, and also have a chance to meet and hear from someone who has experienced homelessness. After the one-hour workshop, we will drop off of donated coats, boots, and socks to local homeless camps in Downtown San Jose (11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.). If you would like to come only for the workshop, you do not need to register. If you would like to ride with a mentor to visit the homeless camps, please register and download the waiver at: https://masbayarea.org/events/homeless/ This workshop and outreach effort is for high-school aged boys and girls. Organized by MAS Youth. Questions? farah.aldhaher@masbayarea.org Please encourage your friends and family to drop off new or gently used coats, boots, and socks at these times at the MAS Bay Area office: - Tues, March 8th 5:30-7:00 PM - Wed, March 9th 8:30-9:30 PM

3/12/2016 10:00:00 AM -08:00

The Prophet and Islamophobia | Care Dinner for CAIR

Come hear how the Prophet dealt with the Islamopobia of his time and enjoy dinner that supports the important work the Bay Area Chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-SFBA) does to empower American-Muslims and protect civil rights. Presented by MAS Youth. The cost is $20. Please RSVP via Facebook and pay at the door. This is a teens only event (parents of teens are welcome). Questions? care4cair@masbayarea.org Zahra Billoo | Executive Director at CAIR-SFBA As the executive director of CAIR San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR-SFBA), Zahra strives to promote justice and mutual understanding. Zahra joined CAIR-SFBA in 2009, and immediately embraced her roles as community organizer and civil rights advocate. She frequently provides trainings at mosques and universities as part of CAIR’s efforts to empower the community, while building bridges with allies on civil rights issues. Zahra also represents victims of discrimination and advocates for policy changes that uphold civil rights for all. Heba Haddad | Therapist at Khalil Center Heba has received her undergraduate degree from UC Irvine in Psychology of Social Science and later earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. She worked at OMID Multicultural Institute for Development, a mental health institute for 3 years, where she completed her clinical hours and gained a variety of experience working with the Muslim population coming from many different ethnicities and backgrounds. Simultaneously, she worked at the Anaheim Family Justice Center through New Star Family Center in Anaheim with law enforcement, counseling victims of domestic violence and abuse. She also served as a therapist for ICNA’s first Transitional home and shelter for Muslim women in Southern California. Heba has previously worked with pioneering community organizations such as Islamic Relief USA and Access California Services. Heba currently provides Pre-Marital Counseling services in Northern California where she resides and is an affiliate of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Department. Heba is married and has 2 children.

2/20/2016 4:00:00 PM -08:00

Free Tax Preparation | MAS Office

For households with gross 2015 income less than $54,000. Get the tax credits you deserve! No appointment necessary. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20 and Mar. 19 Please bring: Social Security card or ITIN for each family member W-2 forms for jobs held in 2015 and 1099 or 1098 forms Child care provider information Landlord’s contact information Voided check Last year’s tax return (if available) Health insurance statement form 1095-A, 1095-B, 1095-C (if available) Questions? sctaxaid@gmail.com Sponsored by: MAS Bay Area & Tax-Aid

2/20/2016 10:00:00 AM -08:00

MAS February Hike | Santa Teresa Park in San Jose

Stile Ranch Trail at the Santa Teresa County Park Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016 (Changed from Feb. 7 due to the Super Bowl) Meet at 8:30 a.m. Hike starts at 9 a.m. 2.6-mile moderate dirt trail in San Jose Family-friendly Not stroller friendly $6/vehicle limited parking Driving directions to Stile Ranch trailhead: From San Jose, take Almaden Expressway until it ends, turn right on Harry Road, then turn left on McKean Road. Go 1.3 miles to Fortini Road, turn left, go toward the hills and turn left onto San Vicente Avenue; a 10-car parking lot will be on the right. No RSVP neccessary. For more information: asmaa.mourad@masbayarea.org

2/14/2016 8:30:00 AM -08:00

Fifth Annual Qur'an Quest

Now in its fifth year, MAS Bay Area's annual Qur’an Quest draws hundreds of contestants in teams to a day-long competition for locally-sponsored prizes in an effort to understand God’s Divine Word. Memorization is not required (just tafseer (explanation) in this youth-centered signature event aimed at incubating love and energy for the Qur’an into our youth. - Form your team (2-5 persons) and begin prepping - $60.00 registration fee per team - Memorization not required; master your Qur'anic tafseer (explantion) - Prizes awarded to first- and second-placed teams (list of prizes) Level 1 (Grades 4-6): Surah Yaseen Level 2 (Grades 7-10): Surah Al Israa Level 3 (Grades 11+): Surah Al Noor Level 4 (Families): Surah At-Tawbah There can be a maximum of five members on each team. We will cap participation at 15 teams per level, so please do not delay in registering your team. Learn more and register at: masbayarea.org/quranquest Questions? quranquest@masbayarea.org

2/13/2016 9:30:00 AM -08:00

Sunday Afternoon Social Bowling

Join your MAS friends from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for an hour and half of bowling, pizza, and fun. Registration of $20.00/bowler includes pizza and soda. Register closes at 3 p.m. on Friday, January 15. Organized by MAS Bay Area Social. Players must be at the venue by 3 p.m. in order to get their shoes and pick their group. Games will start at 3:30 sharp. Anyone also welcome to come who does not want to play and just observe. There is a canteen to order food. Questions? sahar.ibrahim@masbayarea.org

1/17/2016 3:00:00 PM -08:00

Usrah Orientation Sessions

Attend an orientation session to learn about the MAS Bay Area Usrah. We have two sessions on Saturday, January 10. The first is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for attendees 16 and under (at least one parent must accompany). The second session from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. is for attendees older than 16. RSVP at: https://masbayarea.org/events/usrah-orientation-session/ The usrah is a spiritually-focused, activism-oriented program where MAS members meet regularly and develop brotherhood and sisterhood bonds. The usrah members are expected to participate in outreach and community service work to fulfill the mission of the organization. This video gives you a primer about what an Usrah is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuhT1ti28wc Here are comments from members about the usrah program: - “I like the usrah as it was highly structured with committed members and leader. I benefited a lot." - “My usrah was a place for me to grow, to learn new things, to practice what I learned. My usrah had a very diverse group of sisters, who shared their experience and reflections with so much love and care. Everyone looked out for each other and supported one another in our individual journeys to come closer to Allah (swt). Though many of us have moved far away, we stay in touch and support one another despite the distance. I always remember my usrah sisters, and it always makes me smile! Alhamdulillah for sisterhood for the sake of Allah!“ - “You get connected to your usrah members and know them closely.” - "In the usrah you identify goals for your spiritual development which your usrah members help you achieve.” An Usrah is made of up five to eight individuals who meet weekly to encourage and help one another become better Muslims. The members are similar in age and in their understanding of Islam. The group is led by a Naqeeb. Members meet regularly to study faith, encourage one another to righteousness and good deeds, and renew their commitment to work for Islam. It is an intensive, spiritually-focused, activism-oriented program focused on personal character development. Questions? eman.atef@masbayarea.org

1/10/2016 11:00:00 AM -08:00

MAS Monthly Hike | January 2016

Join us for the MAS Monthly Hike in January at the Castle Rock State Park for a four-mile moderate-incline loop that is stroller friendly. There is limited free gate parking and $8.00/daily rate parking. No registration needed. For more information: asmaa.mourad@masbayarea.org

1/3/2016 9:00:00 AM -08:00

Volunteer to Plant Trees | MAS Give

MAS Give & Our City Forest have a great volunteer opportunity on Saturday, December 19th from 9 a.m. to noon. We'll be planting around 100 trees in Milpitas! We're excited to work with the city to improve their urban canopy! The event Location is 10 Ranch Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035. Bring water, snacks, and sun/rain protection, and wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Closed toed shoes are required. This is a rain or shine event! Volunteers 13 - 17 years old without a guardian present must fill out a Volunteer Waiver form and bring it to the event. Volunteers 12 or younger must be accompanied by a guardian. Register at: https://masbayarea.org/events/volunteer-to-plant-trees-in-milpitas/ Questions? hisham.said@masbayarea.org The Prophet (PBUH) said, "There is none amongst the Muslims who plants a tree or sows seeds, and then a bird, or a person or an animal eats from it, but is regarded as a charitable gift for him." [Muslim]

12/19/2015 8:45:00 AM -08:00

MAS Monthly Hike | December 2015

Join us for the MAS Monthly Hike in December at the San Bruno Mountain State Park for a four-mile moderate-incline loop that is stroller friendly. There is limited free gate parking. No registration needed. For more information: asmaa.mourad@masbayarea.org

12/6/2015 9:00:00 AM -08:00

MAS Family Potluck Picnic

**Due to fairer weather forecast for Saturday, the MAS Fall Picnic has been moved up a day to Saturday, November 14.** Join us for MAS Bay Area’s Fall 2015 picnic from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 14 at the beautiful Shoreline Lake Park in Mountain View! Bring a chair. There is so much to do. Enjoy a potluck picnic, walk along the serene walking trail, fly a kit in a dedicated kite flying area, or rent a bicycle, kayak, or a paddle boat. Free, but registration required and closes at noon on Friday, 11/13. Register at: https://masbayarea.org/events/fall-picnic/ Questions? sahar.ibrahim@masbayarea.org

11/14/2015 11:00:00 AM -08:00

College Workshop 2: Develop A Personal Statement & College Plan

Join us for a follow-up event to the first MAS Bay Area College Workshop, where we discussed various aspects of the college admissions process. In this 2nd College Workshop session, high school juniors, seniors, and college transfer students can bring in their transcripts to develop and discuss a college transfer plan or to get a critique on their personal statements and tune them with the guidance of two professional educators, Sara Smith and Jen Jolliff. Please RSVP using EVENTBRITE as you will need your ticket to enter the free event. The workshop is in Mission College's Gilmor Center Room 328. Sara Hayden Smith: - Mission Middle College Coordinator, MA - Teaching (multicultural education) - MA (secondary school administration) - 16 years teaching experience, 10 years in college guidance/student mentoring towards college Jennifer Lang Jolliff: - Mission Middle College Site Coordinator & Founding Leader, - MA (secondary school administration) - 24 years of teaching experience, 5 years college guidance/student mentoring towards college) For Questions, contact moath.othman@masbayarea.org

11/14/2015 10:00:00 AM -08:00

MAS Give-Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Day

Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley has an emergency need for about 10-15 volunteers to help paint its new ReStore in Santa Clara. Details and registration form at: https://masbayarea.org/events/mas-volunteer/ Questions? hisham.said@masbayarea.org

11/14/2015 9:00:00 AM -08:00

MAS Monthly Hike | Castle Rock State Park

Castle Rock State Park - Los Gatos - 3.5 mile loop hike - Strenuous trail with beauitiful scenery (bring a camera) - Not Stroller-friendly - Limited free entranc parking lot & $8/day- use parking lot

11/1/2015 9:00:00 AM -08:00

College Workshop

Are you a high school junior or senior? Stressing about college applications, paying for college, and which colleges to apply to? Need assistance writing a solid personal statement? Come out to MAS Bay Area's first College Workshop to get an understanding of the college application process, how to fund your college education, and what undergraduate representatives are looking for in your application. The workshop will be conducted by Sara Smith and Jennifer Joliff, two professional educators and experts on the college application and scholarship process. The workshop is at Mission College - Gillmor Center (Room 107). Please RSVP using EVENTBRITE as you will need your ticket to enter the event: http://mas-college-workshop.eventbrite.com

10/24/2015 10:00:00 AM -07:00

MAS Monthly Hike | Los Altos

LOCATION: Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve 22500 Cristo Rey Dr., Los Altos, CA 94022 DATE: Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015 | 8 A.M. DETAILS: - 5.5 mile loop hike - Wheelchair Accessible trail - Stroller-friendly - Carpooling encouraged due to precious little parking space Question? Asmaa Mourad (smooms.mourad@gmail.com)

10/4/2015 8:00:00 AM -07:00