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SUMMARY:Hajj: A Journey of a Lifetime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Hajj: A Journey of a Lifetime — a special seminar exploring the spirituality and fiqh of Hajj with Dr. Ahmed Arafat and Sh. Tariq Musleh 🤍🕋 \nWhether you are preparing for Hajj this year\, planning for the future\, or simply hoping to deepen your understanding of this sacred journey\, this seminar will offer meaningful reflections and practical guidance on one of the greatest acts of worship. \n📅 Tuesday\, May 12 | 6:30 PM until Ishaa \nLight refreshments will be served\, registration required.
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/hajj-a-journey-of-a-lifetime/
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SUMMARY:Quran Blossoms End of Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beautiful and memorable afternoon as we celebrate the achievements of our Quran Blossoms students at our End-of-Year Celebration (3-6 year old students)! \nThis special event will honor our young learners and their journey in faith\, growth\, and learning throughout the year. Families and community members are invited to come together in a joyful atmosphere filled with pride\, reflection\, and celebration. \n📅 Date: Saturday\, May 9th | Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM \n📍 Location: Hinsdale South Auditorium7401 Clarendon Hills Rd\, Darien\, IL 60561 \nStudent Drop off: Students must be at Hinsdale South Auditorium by 1:00 PM \n🎟️ Tickets:• $50 per family (up to 4 members)• $55 after May 1\, 2026• Quran Blossoms students do not require tickets \nIf additional tickets are needed\, please contact: quranblossoms@meccacenter.org \nDress code for students: \nGirls: White dress\, white tights\, and white shoes \nBoys: White dress shirt\, black dress pants\, and black shoes \nWe look forward to celebrating together and recognizing the beautiful growth of our students. 🌸✨
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/quran-blossoms-end-of-year-celebration/
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SUMMARY:Hadith Fundamentals: A Weekend Workshop with Dr. Issam Eido
DESCRIPTION:Hadith Fundamentals: An In-Depth Study of Al-Bayquniyyah A Weekend Workshop with Dr. Issam Eido \n📅 Saturday & Sunday | May 2-3 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\n📍 The Mecca Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🔗 This program is for ages 16+. Registration is required and seats are limited. Your registration includes the textbook\, lunch\, and refreshments. Childcare services are available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n  \nThis intensive two-day workshop offers students of knowledge a structured and rigorous introduction to the science of Hadith through a close reading of one of the most celebrated foundational texts in the Islamic tradition — Al-Mandhumah Al-Bayquniyyah. Under the instruction of Dr. Issam Eido\, participants will work through the poem line by line\, unpacking the essential terminology and principles that form the backbone of Hadith scholarship.\nThe primary text for this workshop is Sharh al-Bayquniyyah by Shaykh Abdullah Sirajul Din — a rich and authoritative classical commentary on the poem that will serve as the foundation of study throughout the two days. A copy of the text will be provided to all registered participants. \nWhile the subject matter is technical in nature\, the workshop is designed to be accessible to those beginning their journey in the Hadith sciences. Lectures will be delivered in English with careful explanation of Arabic terminology throughout. Sessions will be interactive with dedicated time for questions\, allowing participants to engage deeply with the material. \nIJAZAH OPPORTUNITY: Participants who memorize Al-Mandhumah Al-Bayquniyyah in Arabic will have the opportunity to receive an ijazah in the poem from Dr. Issam Eido. \nThe Primary Text in Arabic – For those who wish to study or follow along in Arabic\, the commentary is available in two ways: \n\nFree digital copy — Available to read and download via the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/20201010_20201010_1820\nPurchase a hard copy — Available via Jarir Books: https://jarirbooksusa.com/72241.html\n\nSupplementary Resources – To deepen your preparation and engagement with the material\, the following resource is recommended: \n\nIntroduction to Hadith Studies by Sh. Furhan Zubairi — A concise and accessible primer on the foundational topics of Hadith sciences\, ideal for preparing for this workshop. Available on https://a.co/d/01E2m970\n\n  \nAbout the Speaker:  \nDr. Issam Eido is an Assistant Professor of the Practice of Religious Studies at Vanderbilt University. He previously served as a visiting scholar at the University of Chicago Divinity School. Before the Syrian uprising\, he was a lecturer in the Department of Quran and Hadith Studies at the University of Damascus. Dr. Eido’s research focuses on the Qur’an in late antiquity\, Hadith studies\, and Islamic Spirituality. He earned his Ph.D. from Damascus University\, with his dissertation examining the criteria of Hadith authentication among early Islamic scholars. \nHe has also been involved in initiatives like the Dalalah Institute in Damascus\, which provided education in classical Arabic and Islamic sciences to international students. He has published works such as “Early Hadīth Scholars and their Criteria of Hadīth Criticism\,” which examines the methodologies used by early Hadith scholars in authenticating prophetic traditions. \nDr. Eido has also authored several significant works in Arabic\, contributing to the study of Hadith sciences and Islamic epistemology. His notable Arabic publications include:\n– “The Emergence of Hadith Terminology and the Defining Line Between Early and Later Scholars” (نشأة علم المصطلح والحد الفاصل بين المتقدمين والمتأخرين).\n– “The Methodology of Hadith Scholars in Accepting Reports” (منهج قبول الأخبار عند المحدثين)
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/hadith-fundamentals/
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SUMMARY:Beyond Ṣaḥīḥ and Ḍaʿīf: The Prophetic Tradition Unpacked
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard the terms sahih and da’if — but what do they really mean\, and why do they matter? \nJoin Dr. Issam Eido and Shaykh Yousef Wahb for a community night unpacking the world of Hadith\, exploring how scholars have preserved the Prophet’s words ﷺ\, and discovering how this rich tradition speaks to our lives today. \n🗓️ Friday\, May 1st | 7:00 PM \n📍 The Mecca Center Main Musallah \nOpen to all! No registration required
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/beyond-%e1%b9%a3a%e1%b8%a5i%e1%b8%a5-and-%e1%b8%8da%ca%bfif-the-prophetic-tradition-unpacked/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:The 5th Annual Converts' Conference
DESCRIPTION: The 5th Annual Converts’ Conference\n📍 The Mecca Center\n🗓 April 24–26 \nWhether you are new to Islam or continuing your journey\, or have been a life long Muslim\, join us for an inspiring weekend of learning\, growing\, and building lasting connections together. \n✨ Fantastic speakers sharing powerful talks & interactive community workshops to accompany our shared learning spaces\n☕🍨 New this year: Ice cream & coffee socials\n🤝 Community\, volunteer & leadership trainings \nRegistration required | Childcare services available (Ages 3-10) \nDownload the program with the button below \n[button style=”blue” float=”right or left” margin=”e.g. 10\, 15\, 20″ size=”large” link=”https://meccacenter.org/mecca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Final1-A-Compass-in-Faith_-Retracing-the-Steps-of-the-First-Believers.docx” target=””]Download The Program[/button] \n  \n \nAs part of the 5th Annual Converts’ Conference at The Mecca Center\, we are hosting a special Leadership Training focused on strengthening how we support New Muslims in our masajid. This session will take place on Saturday\, April 25th from 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM (lunch to follow). \nWe warmly invite imams\, board members\, volunteers\, and community leaders from across our local masajid to join us for this important and collaborative session. \n  \n[button style=”blue” float=”right or left” margin=”e.g. 10\, 15\, 20″ size=”large” link=”https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPhjCpUhBp9kV2I7T-iLZf2urp5pEt1UT0al4VUMWHVfoOEw/viewform” target=””]Leadership Training Sign Up[/button] \n  \nThe Mecca Centers 5th Annual Converts’ Conference Sponsors!        \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nThe Mecca Center\n5th Annual Converts’ Conference\nA Compass in Faith: Retracing the Steps of the First Believers\nApril 24–26\, 2026 \n  \n\nFriday\, April 24 – Community Night (Prayer Hall)\n\n7:30 – 9 PM: Sheikh Yousef Wahb: The Courage to Believe: Lessons from the First Converts (A reflection on the earliest Muslims who embraced Islam despite uncertainty\, pressure\, and sacrifice.)\n9 – 10:00 PM: Ice Cream Social\n\n\nSaturday\, April 25 \nMorning Session:  \n\n10:00 AM – 10:00 PM: Conference Bazaar Open\n9:45 – 11:45AM: Community and Leadership Training by Convert Engagement Committee – Youth Lounge (Opposite Banquet Hall)\n12 – 1PM: Leadership Training Lunch\n\nSaturday\, April 25\, Banquet Hall \nAfternoon Session – Main Program: \n\n1:30 – 2:00 PM: Conference Registration\, Welcome & Community Engagement\n\nSEGMENT 1: The Courage of the First Believers \n2:00 – 3:45 PM \n\n2:05 – 2:30 PM: Imam Dawud Walid: Faith Under Pressure: Standing Firm Like the First Muslims (Exploring the lives of early companions who endured persecution\, family pressure\, and hardship while remaining steadfast in faith.)\n2:25 – 2:50 PM: Sister Hazel Gomez: When Faith Changes Everything: Identity\, Family & Belonging (A look at how embracing Islam reshaped relationships\, identity\, and sense of belonging—then and now.)\n2:50 – 3:45 PM: Q&A + Community Reflection Workshop\n\nSEGMENT 2: Learning Islam the Way the Companions Did \n4:00 – 5:45 PM \n\n4:00 – 4:25PM: Sheikh Joe Bradford: Faith Through Companionship: The Prophetic Model of Learning (How the Companions were nurtured through mentorship\, community\, and lived example—and what this teaches us today.)\n4:25 – 4:50PM: Sister Angelica Lindsey-Ali: Raising the Next Generation of Believers (Lessons from the Companions on nurturing faith within families and building strong foundations for future generations.)\n4:50 – 5:45PM: Q&A + Practical Community Workshop\n\n\n5:45 PM — Asr Prayer \n\nSEGMENT 3: Carrying the Legacy Forward \n6:15 – 8:00 PM\n\n6:15 – 6:40PM: Imam Tom Facchine: From Believers to Builders: How the Companions Built the Ummah (How the first Muslims transformed faith into leadership\, service\, and community-building.)\n6:40 – 7:05 PM: Conference Speaker Panel; moderated by Sheikh Yousef Wahb: Every Believer Has a Role (A reflection on purpose\, contribution\, and how each individual can actively shape the future of the community.)\n7:05 – 7:45PM: Q&A + Legacy in Action Workshop\n\n\n7:45 PM — Maghrib Prayer\n 8:00 – 9:00 PM — Dinner\n 9:15 PM — Isha Prayer \n\nSunday\, April 26: Reflection & Community Day \n\n1:00 – 3:00 PM: Coffee Social at Shaghf Cafe\n\nMecca Banquet Hall \n\n3:45 – 4:10 PM: Chaplain Abdul-Malik Ryan: Between Two Worlds: Letting Go and Holding On (What does it mean to step into faith without losing yourself? A look at the balance between letting go\, holding on\, and finding belonging in Islam.)\n4:10 – 4:40 PM: Sheikh Tahir Wyatt: The Character of the Companions (Exploring the defining qualities of the first Muslims—humility\, sincerity\, generosity\, patience\, and honesty—and how these traits shaped the early Muslim community.)\n4:40 – 5:30: Panel Discussion with Chaplain Abdul-Malik Ryan and Sheikh Tahir Wyatt\n\n5:30 PM: Snacks \n5:45 PM: Asr \n\n6:00 – 6:20 PM: Ustadh Ubaydallah Evans: Faith That Endures Across a Lifetime (A reflection on how the companions sustained their faith through changing circumstances\, success\, and hardship\, and what it means to grow spiritually over a lifetime.)\n6:20 – 7:45 PM: ConverTsations: Conference Takeaways (A guided community reflection exploring lessons from the companions and how we can carry their example forward in our lives and community.)\n\n 
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/5th-annual-converts-conference/
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SUMMARY:Sisters Fiqh Intensive with Dr. Feryal Salem
DESCRIPTION:Sisters Fiqh Intensive at The Mecca Center ✨ \nThe Mecca Center is honored to welcome Dr. Feryal Salem for a special weekend intensive dedicated to the essentials of Hanafi fiqh—focusing on purification (tahara) and prayer. \nThis intensive will cover essential rulings\, practical application\, and common questions—along with space for discussion and Q&A at a comfortable\, unhurried pace.  \nDr. Feryal Salem is a respected scholar of Islamic law\, known for her depth of knowledge\, clarity in teaching\, and warm\, accessible approach. This is a beautiful opportunity to learn directly from a trusted teacher in a supportive\, sisters-only space. \nApril 18–19 \n\nSaturday: 2:00–5:00 PM\nSunday: 3:30–6:30 PM\n\n📍 The Mecca Center: 16W560 91st Street\, Willowbrook\, IL 60527 \nRegistration required with the button below. Childcare services available for 3 years old and up.  \n\n[button style=”purple” float=”left” margin=”20″ size=”large” link=”https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-clFl8TErPg0k8bakaAgHAilcIwvVUaLQCaNXBhk-i8ICyA/viewform” target=””]Register Here[/button]
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/sisters-fiqh-intensive-with-dr-feryal-salem/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
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SUMMARY:Illinois Muslim Action Day (IMAD)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Springfield for Illinois Muslim Action Day (IMAD) 2026—where your voice becomes part of something bigger. \nThis is your opportunity to engage directly with elected officials\, understand how decisions are made\, and advocate for the issues that matter to our communities. \n📍 April 15 | Springfield\, IL \n🔗 RSVP now: https://www.ciogc.org/civic/imad/
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/illinois-muslim-action-day-imad/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T160000
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SUMMARY:Faith Through Action Collective Featuring Dr. Abdalhadi Alijla
DESCRIPTION:Faith Through Action Collective\, organized by The Mecca Center’s Interfaith Committee \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of reflection\, truth\, and meaningful dialogue. 🤍Dr. Abdalhadi Alijla will be sharing powerful excerpts from Fearful in Gaza and joining us live from Sweden for a conversation rooted in witness and collective courage. \n🗓 Saturday\, April 11 |  2:00–4:00 PM📍 The Mecca Center Banquet Hall \nLight refreshments will be provided.All are welcome. Registration required 
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/faith-through-action-collective-featuring-dr-abdalhadi-alijla/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
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SUMMARY:Food Drive Food Pick Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us in supporting our community 🤍 \nThe Hinsdale South Community Action Team & partners are hosting a Food Drive to help those facing food insecurity. Pick up your items on Saturday\, April 11 from 12–2 PM at The Mecca Center Gym. \nAll are welcome—let’s come together to serve and support one another. \n📍 The Mecca Center Gym
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/food-drive-food-pick-up/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
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SUMMARY:Food Drive Community Donations
DESCRIPTION:Help us ensure no one in our community goes hungry. 🥫💛 \nThe Hinsdale South Community Action Team is hosting a Food Drive\, and The Mecca Center is proud to serve as collaborator and drop-off location. \nYou can support in two ways: \n\nPurchase items from the Amazon wishlist\nAssemble and drop off your own meal kits\n\nAll Donations must be delievered by Monday\, April 6\, 2026Drop off at The Mecca Center 16W560 91st St\, Willowbrook\, IL 60527 or Hinsdale South High School 7401 Clarendon Hills Rd\, Darien\, IL 60561 \nTogether we can make sure families in our community are supported.
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/food-drive/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
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SUMMARY:The Mecca Center & Miftaah Institute Umrah
DESCRIPTION:The Mecca Center & Miftaah Institute Umrah 🕋✨ \nJoin The Mecca Center & Miftaah Institute on a transformative Umrah journey from the blessed streets of Madinah to the sacred heart of Makkah. Guided by esteemed scholars Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed and Sh. Tariq Musleh\, this experience is designed to deepen your spiritual connection while offering exceptional care\, learning\, and companionship every step of the way. Through devotion\, reflection\, and discovery\, immerse yourself in one of the most profound journeys of a lifetime. \n\nTravel with a community that supports your spiritual journey from April 3rd to April 12\, 2026\nDiscover the serenity of Umrah with all details handled\, letting you focus on worship\nNurture your soul in a supportive and inspiring community\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to fulfill your religious obligations and create lasting memories! Register with the button below or visit tinyurl.com/tMC-Umrah \n  \n[button style=”blue” float=”right or left” margin=”e.g. 10\, 15\, 20″ size=”large or small” link=”https://dstworldtravel.com/meccacenterumrah/” target=””]Register Here[/button]
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/the-mecca-center-miftaah-institute-umrah/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T073000
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SUMMARY:Sisters Only Sunrise Pilates
DESCRIPTION:Greet the morning with movement and mindfulness 🌅 \nJoin us for Mecca in Motion: Sunrise Pilates with Coach Lea Gichevska — a refreshing way to start your morning with movement\, mindfulness\, and sisterhood. \n\nThursday\, April 2 |  6:30 – 7:30 AM\nThe Mecca Center\nSisters only — please bring your own yoga or pilates mat\n\nStart your day with intention\, energy\, and barakah \nRegistration required 
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/sisters-only-sunrise-pilates/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T153000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Book Club: Genocide Bad by Sim Kern
DESCRIPTION:Interfaith Book Club ✨ \nJoin The Mecca Center and the First Church of Lombard for an engaging discussion on Genocide Bad by Sim Kern. This is a unique opportunity to connect across faiths\, build understanding\, and share meaningful reflections together. \n\nSaturday\, March 28th |  2:00 PM\nThe Mecca Center Library\, 16W560 91st St\, Willowbrook\, IL 60527\n\nRegistration required \nAbout the book: \nGenocide Bad is a concise yet powerful exploration of genocide—what it is\, how it happens\, and why it continues to matter today. Written in clear\, accessible language\, the book unpacks the political\, social\, and historical forces that enable mass violence\, while challenging readers to confront common myths\, denial\, and indifference. Sim Kern emphasizes the importance of listening to affected communities\, recognizing early warning signs\, and understanding our shared responsibility in preventing atrocities. This book invites readers of all backgrounds to engage thoughtfully with difficult truths and reflect on how moral courage\, education\, and solidarity can help build a more just and compassionate world.
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/interfaith-book-club-genocide-bad-by-sim-kern/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T220000
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SUMMARY:Community Night: Life After Ramadan
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan may have ended\, but the journey continues. 🌙✨Join us for a special Community Night as we come together to reflect on Life After Ramadan — nurturing the habits\, connection\, and spiritual growth we built during this blessed month. \nAn evening of adhkar\, Qur’an\, reflections\, and nasheed with Dr. Ahmed Arafat\, Sh. Yousef Wahb\, Sh. Mohamed Abbas\, and Sh. Tariq Musleh. Let’s carry the light of Ramadan forward — together. \n🗓️ Friday\, March 27 |  6:45 PM📍 The Mecca Center \nRegistration required
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/community-night-life-after-ramadan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T203000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155650Z
CREATED:20260829T155650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155650Z
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SUMMARY:Mecca in Motion: Habit Stacking for Lasting Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Mecca in Motion: Habit Stacking for Lasting Health: Building Your Own Program with The Mecca Center’s Athletic Coordinator\, AbdAllah Mitchell. A roundtable discussion on building effective and simple workout plans tailored to you. Learn about periodized programming\, simple yet effective exercises\, and enjoy creating a workout plan that will serve as your roadmap to a stronger\, healthier lifestyle. \n🗓️ Tuesday\, March 24th at 7:30 PM \n📍 The Mecca Center \n🔗 Registration required
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/mecca-in-motion-habit-stacking-for-lasting-health-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155653Z
CREATED:20260829T155653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155653Z
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SUMMARY:Eid Fest at The Mecca Center
DESCRIPTION:🎉✨ Celebrate Eid with joy\, laughter\, and family fun at The Mecca Center! \nJoin us for Eid Fest on Sunday\, March 22nd from 12 PM – 4 PM— an afternoon filled with exciting activities\, delicious treats\, and festive memories for all ages 🤍 \n\nBouncy Houses\nSlime Making Workshop: 12 PM – 1 PM\nReptile Show: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM\nBubble Show: 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM\nFood Vendors\nCoffee\nBoba\nHenna\n\nNo registration required\, open to all. Parental supervision required at all times.
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/eid-fest-at-the-mecca-center/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155651Z
CREATED:20260829T155651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155651Z
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SUMMARY:Eid at Sky Zone Westmont
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Jump into the joy of Eid with us at Sky Zone! \nCelebrate with The Mecca Center on March 20th from 2–4 PM for an afternoon filled with fun\, laughter\, and Eid excitement. \nEnjoy a special Mecca-only discounted rate during this time when you visit Sky Zone Westmont and mention The Mecca Center. Parental supervision is required at all times. \n📍 52 East Ogden Avenue\, Westmont\, IL 60559\n📧 Questions? Email sameer@meccacenter.org
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/eid-at-sky-zone-westmont/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155651Z
CREATED:20260829T155651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155651Z
UID:10000554-1773990000-1774006200@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:Eid Al-Fitr Prayer 2026 at The Mecca Center
DESCRIPTION:Eid Mubarak! 🌙 \nThe Mecca Center warmly invites you to join us for Salat al-Eid on Friday\, March 20th! This year\, we are pleased to offer three salahs to accommodate our community. \nTo ensure a smooth and organized experience for everyone\, registration is required. We kindly ask that you register per car and indicate the number of family members attending with you in that vehicle. Due to limited parking\, we strongly encourage carpooling.  \nPlease note that Anne M Jeans Elementary School parking lot will NOT be available on Eid day. \nWe look forward to celebrating this joyous occasion with you and your loved ones! \n\nFirst Salah – Takberat: 7:00 AM | Salah: 7:30 AM with Dr. Ahmed Arafat  \nSecond Salah – Takberat: 9:00 AM |  Salah: 9:30 AM with Sh. Yousef Wahb \nThird Salah – Takberat: 11:00 AM |  Salah: 11:30 AM with Sh. Tariq Musleh \nOne Friday Khutbah at 1:30 PM with Sh. Tariq Musleh
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/eid-al-fitr-prayer-2026-at-the-mecca-center/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T060000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155652Z
CREATED:20260829T155652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155652Z
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SUMMARY:Laylat Al-Qadr: 27th Night Schedule
DESCRIPTION:Laylat Al-Qadr: 27th Night Schedule 🌙 \nJoin us for a night of prayer\, reflection\, Qur’an\, and community as we seek the blessings of this sacred night together. \n27th Night Schedule\n\nIshaa & Taraweeh: 8:30 PM\nThe Mothers of the Believers Program: 12:00 AM\nQur’an Circles: 12:00–1:00 AM\nTahajud: 1:00–2:00 AM\nDhikr and duʿa: 2:00–3:00 AM\nTahajud: 3:00–4:30 AM\nSuhur
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/laylat-al-qadr-27th-night-schedule/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T233000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155645Z
CREATED:20260829T155645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155645Z
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SUMMARY:Ramadan Nights: The Mother of the Believers
DESCRIPTION:✨ Ramadan Nights: The Mothers of the Believers 🌙 \nJoin us during the last 10 nights of Ramadan for a special nightly series reflecting on the lives\, wisdom\, and legacy of the Mothers of the Believers.  \nMarch 9–1810:45 PM (After Taraweeh)The Mecca Center Main Musallah \nFeaturing Shaykh Tariq alongside esteemed guest scholars each night.
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/ramadan-nights-the-mother-of-the-believers/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T233000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155642Z
CREATED:20260829T155642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155642Z
UID:10000543-1773012600-1773012600@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:TGL Community Corner Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Unwind\, reflect\, and connect. Post-Taraweeh reflections \nJoin us for Community Corner Coffee Break—an intimate post-Taraweeh gathering with Shaykh Omar Hedroug and Shaykh Tariq Musleh. \n\nSunday\, March 8 | 11:30 PM\nDelah Coffee 1336 ILLINOIS RTE 59\, NAPERVILLE\, IL 60563\nRSVP required with the button below\n\n[button style=”green” float=”right or left” margin=”e.g. 10\, 15\, 20″ size=”large” link=”https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqi4_LO4wL4jcyG_D2YJsl_gPsVxYJ6wNXCarBvosA1J884w/viewform” target=””]Register Here[/button]
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/tgl-community-corner-coffee-break/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T013000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155647Z
CREATED:20260829T155647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155647Z
UID:10000549-1772926200-1772933400@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:TGL Brotherhood Qiyam
DESCRIPTION:A night for reflection\, brotherhood\, and prayer. 🌙 \nJoin us for a special Brotherhood Qiyam with Mufti Rizwan Ali as we gather for reminders\, connection\, and late-night worship. \n\nSaturday\, March 7 |  11:30 PM – 1:30 AM\nMasjid An Noor – ICN\, Naperville\n\nPrayer led by Hafidh Diya Alshahrour. \nBrothers 25+ welcome. Registration required with the button below: \n[button style=”blue” float=”right or left” margin=”e.g. 10\, 15\, 20″ size=”large” link=”https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddoGTArUAqQwwnqs_OxYinqPZjBEnU44B7PzjrhEb6Ep302Q/viewform” target=””]Register Here[/button]
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/tgl-brotherhood-qiyam/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T190000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155626Z
CREATED:20260829T155626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155626Z
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SUMMARY:Unity in Diversity Annual Interfaith Iftar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of shared reflection and community as people of diverse faiths and backgrounds gather to break fast together. Through conversation\, hospitality\, and fellowship\, we celebrate unity\, mutual respect\, and the values that connect us. \n\nSaturday\, March 7 at 5:00 PM\nThe Mecca Center Banquet Hall\n\nNon-Muslim guests attend free of charge (registration required): Register HERE \nMuslim community members are kindly asked to purchase tickets on The Mecca Center website
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/unity-in-diversity-annual-interfaith-iftar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T190000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155640Z
CREATED:20260829T155640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155640Z
UID:10000541-1772645400-1772650800@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:TGL Sisterhood Iftar
DESCRIPTION:✨ Hearts united in faith ✨Join us for a beautiful evening of sisterhood\, reflection\, and breaking fast together this Ramadan. \n\nWednesday\, March 4 | 5:30 PM\nLevy Center\, Bolingbrook\nRSVP required | Childcare available with the button below\n\n  \n[button style=”purple” float=”right or left” margin=”e.g. 10\, 15\, 20″ size=”large or small” link=”https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tgl-sisterhood-iftar” target=””]Register Here[/button]
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/tgl-sisterhood-iftar-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155643Z
CREATED:20260829T155643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155643Z
UID:10000544-1772643600-1772654400@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:MVMT Meet Ups Joint Iftar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/mvmt-meet-ups-joint-iftar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T050000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155644Z
CREATED:20260829T155644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155644Z
UID:10000546-1772508600-1772514000@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:Lunar Eclipse Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join The Mecca Center for a special Lunar Eclipse Prayer (Salat al-Khusuf) on Tuesday\, March 3\, before Fajr. Prayer will begin at 3:40 AM\, followed by a light suhoor with the community. \nNo registration required
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/lunar-eclipse-prayer/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155636Z
CREATED:20260829T155636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155636Z
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SUMMARY:TGL: Ramadan Service Project Hygiene Kits
DESCRIPTION:🌙 Servicehood Ramadan Service Project: Hygiene Kits \nThis Ramadan\, help us provide essential hygiene kits to those in need. Each kit costs just $15 and helps restore dignity and care to those in need. \nJoin us for our Packing Event on Sunday\, March 1st at 1:00 PM at the ICNA Center or sponsor a kit today: tinyurl.com/TGLServicehood \nLet’s serve with compassion this Ramadan. 🤍
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/tgl-ramadan-service-project-hygiene-kits/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T010000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155643Z
CREATED:20260829T155643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155643Z
UID:10000545-1772319600-1772326800@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:MVMT Meet Ups Sisters Qiyam
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/mvmt-meet-ups-sisters-qiyam/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T000000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155638Z
CREATED:20260829T155638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155638Z
UID:10000539-1772316000-1772841600@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:The Meaning of La ilaha illa Allah with Sh. Yousef Wahb
DESCRIPTION:The Meaning of La Ilaha Illa Allah with Sh. Yousef Wahb ✨📿 \nJoin us for a two-day post-Taraweeh Majlis exploring the meaning and depth of this timeless declaration\, based on a Yaqeen Institute paper authored by Sh. Yousef Wahb. \n\nSession 1: Saturday\, February 28th after Taraweeh at 10:00 PM\nSession 2: Saturday\, March 7th after Taraweeh at 10:00 PM\n\nRead the full article “The Meaning of La Ilaha Illa Allah\,” an annotated translation of Imam al-Zarkashi’s treatise on the Islamic testimony of faith here
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/the-meaning-of-la-ilaha-illa-allah-with-sh-yousef-wahb/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T193000
DTSTAMP:20260829T155637Z
CREATED:20260829T155637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T155637Z
UID:10000538-1772296200-1772307000@novamira.buildanwebsite.com
SUMMARY:Muhsen Special Needs Family Iftar
DESCRIPTION:Join Muhsen\, in collaboration with The Mecca Center\, Islamic Center of Naperville\, Mosque Foundation\, Prayer Center of Orland Park\, and Palos Islamic Center for Special Needs Family Iftar ✨🌙\n\n\n \n\n\nA welcoming evening designed with care and accessibility in mind for individuals with special needs and their families.\n\n\n \n\n\n📅 Saturday\, Feb. 28 | 4:30–7:30 PM\n\n\n📍 The Mecca Center Banquet Hall\n\n\n📝 Register here: muhsen.org/chicago-iftar-2026 
URL:https://novamira.buildanwebsite.com/mecca-event/muhsen-special-needs-family-iftar/
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