Sponsor the Mecca Center’s 2019 Annual Fundraising Dinner
Support the Mecca Center by sponsoring our 2019 Annual Fundraising Dinner on Sunday, February 10! We have a variety of packages available and also offer the opportunity to advertise in […]
The Mecca Center: 2019 Annual Fundraiser Children’s Program
Our Annual Fundraising Dinner “It Takes Two Wings To Fly” on February 10 will feature a special Children’s Program which includes a magic show, glitter tattoos, balloon entertainment as well […]
President’s Message: Our journey will continue, but our mission is the same
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, Our journey will continue, but our mission is the same! I am truly humbled and honored to be chosen by the board to serve […]
MVMT: Madinah Orphanage & Academy fundraising kickoff, Jan. 25
We invite you to join The Mecca MVMT and Humanity Project to help raise funds to construct the Madinah Orphanage & Academy (MOA) in Haiti. The fundraiser kickoff will be […]
MVMT WickedBall for Middle School Boys, February 2
The Mecca MVMT invites Middle School Boys ages 11-13 to WickedBall in Lombard on Saturday, February 2. Have fun with your friends and make new ones! Learn more about WickedBall […]
Mecca’s Got Talent to be held January 18
The Mecca MVMT is excited to present Mecca’s Got Talent on Friday, January 18 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm at the Mecca Center. Auditions will take place on January 11, 2019 […]
VIDEO: It Takes Two Wings To Fly
See what we did with only one wing. Imagine what we could do with two wings. RSVP for our Annual Fundraiser “It Takes Two Wings To Fly” on Sunday, February […]
Ninety Nine: A MVMT Recharge Series on the 99 Names of Allah
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to its new Recharge Series, Ninety Nine: The 99 Names of Allah,every Saturday at 6pm starting January 19 and running through February 16. Join us for a spiritually […]
Farewell Message from President M.A. Hamadeh, MD
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear blessed members of the the Mecca Center, I would like to thank all of you for all the support and trust you placed in me for all […]
January 2019 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center January 2019 Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read a special farewell message from the Mecca Center President, M.A. Hamadeh, M.D. as his […]
Islamic Character Building for Sisters with Ustazah Iffat Maqbool, January 6
The Mecca Center and New Life 365 Opportunities present a lecture for Sisters in Urdu with Ustazah Iffat Maqbool Sunday, January 6, 2019 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. The program will […]
WATCH: New Mecca MVMT Videos
The Mecca MVMT recently premiered four videos at its One Year Anniversary Gala at Ashton Place on Sunday, December 16, 2018 featuring testimonies by MVMT members about Weekly, Knowledge, Service, […]
Imam Suhaib Webb invites you to the Mecca MVMT Gala
The Mecca MVMT Gala’s guest of honor, Imam Suhaib Webb, is excited for the Mecca MVMT Gala this Sunday at Ashton Place! Watch a special invitation message from Imam Suhaib Webb. Get […]
Quran Blossoms children learn about health and safety at Family Night
The Mecca Quran Blossoms program recently held a Family Night themed “My Health and Safety,” which allowed children to learn important safety tips while having fun with crafts and activities. […]
Sahib Al-Quran Girls program learn about the Compound Effect
The Sahib Al-Quran girls program recently held an important lecture led by Sister Samar Alchammae about the idea of the compound effect, which is the concept of reaping huge rewards […]
A special video message from Sheikh Tariq Musleh
The Mecca MVMT invites you to its One Year Anniversary Gala: Reviving Young Hearts on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at Ashton Place (341 75th St, Willowbrook, IL 60527) at 5pm. […]
MVMT: Gems of Juz Amma – Surat Al-Falaq (The Dawn)
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to the Gems of Juz Amma on Saturday, December 8 at 6pm as Sheikh Tariq Musleh shares on Surat Al-Falaq (The Dawn)!
Writing Workshop & Author Session with Naheed H. Senzai, Dec. 8
Attend our Book Fest this Saturday, December 8 at 4pm featuring a Writing Workshop and Author Session with Naheed H. Senzai for ages 3rd grade-high school. Join author Naheed H. […]
MYNA: The Stars In Our Prophet’s Orbit, Dec. 23-29
The Muslim Youth of North America (MYNA) presents 2018 Winter Camp “The Stars in Our Prophet’s Orbit,” December 23 to 29 for youth ages 12-19. This winter camp is a […]
Attend the Mecca Center Book Fest on December 8
The Mecca Center invites you to our Book Fest on Saturday, December 8 starting at 4pm. This is a family event for kids and parents! Join friends and family as […]
December 2018 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center December Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read a special message from the Mecca Center President, M.A. Hamadeh, M.D., about our #2WingsToFly Campaign […]
MVMT: General Body & Gala Volunteer Meeting, December 15
Join The Mecca MVMT for a General Body and Gala Volunteer Meeting on Saturday, December 15 at 4pm to review and plan the MVMT’s youth programs and activities including the […]
Democracy In The Middle East with Dr. Farid Senzai, Dec. 8
As part of the Mecca Center Book Fest on Saturday, December 8, Dr. Farid Senzai, author and professor of Political Science at Santa Clara University, will share about Democracy in […]
Black Friday: Vending Your Soul
By Ricardo Peña, Convert Support Group One of the many things that I find fascinating about Islam in general and the Quran in particular is that they contain something of interest […]
Quran Blossoms Bake Sale a big hit
The Mecca Center’s Quran Blossoms Baraem preschool program for children ages 3-5 recently held a successful Bake Sale which offered delicious treats for all members of our community. From brownies, […]
Support our #2WingsToFly Campaign to build a new school wing!
The Mecca Center Sunday School, Quran Institute, and Mecca MVMT have outgrown our classrooms, alhamdulillah! With such expansive growth, we are entering our second phase of construction to build a […]
MVMT: Gems of Juz Amma – Surat Al-Takathur (Rivalry/Competition), Nov. 17
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to its weekly series the Gems of Juz Amma on Saturday, November 17 at 6pm as Sheikh Tariq Musleh gives tafseer on […]
MVMT: “The Prophetic Love” with Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans, Dec. 1
The Mecca MVMT is presenting “The Prophetic Love” on Saturday, December 1 at 6pm with Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans and Nasheed by Islam Alsagheer. Join us in learning how to find […]
#ShareTheWarmth: Prepare winter kits and meals for the homeless, Dec. 7
The Mecca Center, Mecca MVMT, and Pious Projects of America, and community members are coming together to “Share the Warmth” by preparing winter kits and meals for the homeless on […]
Quran Blossoms Bake Sale, Nov. 16
The Mecca Center Quran Blossoms program will hold a Bake Sale on Friday, November 16 from 12:45pm to 2:15pm. All proceeds will be donated to the Quran Blossoms program. The […]
Cub Scout Family Fall Hike, Nov. 18
“We turn good boys and girls into great leaders!” The Midwest Islamic Scouting Council (MISC) invites all families from Islamic Foundation, the Mecca Center, and Muslim Association of Bolingbrook to […]
Save the Date for our Annual Fundraiser: February 10, 2019
The Mecca Center will hold its Annual Fundraiser on Sunday, February 10, 2019. Please save the date and join us for this important community event! More details to follow.
MQI: Collective Day of Fasting, Nov. 19
The Mecca Quran Institute invites teachers and students of all MQI programs to participate in a collective day of fasting on Monday, November 19. Iftar will be provided by MQI […]
MQI: “The Importance of Memorizing Quran” with Imam Ahmad Arafat, Nov. 18
The Mecca Quran Institute invites you to join us for our second session of the tadabbur forum on Sunday, November 18 from 4pm to 6:30pm as Imam Ahmad Arafat shares […]
Mecca Center Outreach Committee participates in local multicultural fest
The Mecca Center’s Outreach Committee recently participated in a multicultural fest at Indian Prairie Library on November 10. Several local groups came together for a celebration of diversity. It was […]
Become a Troop Leader for the Girl Scouts!
ARE YOU A LEADER? Want to be a mentor for young girls? Want to make a difference? Have fun exploring Greater Chicago together and enjoy outdoor adventures all while teaching […]
MVMT: Gems of Juz Amma – Surat Al-Fil (The Elephant)
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to the Gems of Juz Amma this Saturday at 6pm as Sheikh Tariq Musleh shares on Surat Al-Fil (The Elephant)!
Cub Scouts Adult Leader Training event, Nov. 11
The Midwest Islamic Scouting Council (MISC) welcomes all new Cub Scout families from the Mecca Center, Islamic Foundation, and Muslim Association of Bolingbrook to join us at the Cub Scouts […]
MQI: Free Quran Recitation programs for Adult women
The Mecca Quran Institute invites adult women to attend free Quran recitation classes for all levels! Join us for programs Monday through Saturday at the Mecca Center. Please see the […]
The Mecca Center: Board Election Results
The Mecca Center is pleased to announce the election of four new members to the Mecca Center Board! Please help us welcome Dana Alsibaie, Shereen Hussain, Zacharea Katerji, and Anas Riyal. […]
Mecca MVMT: Basketball Tournament, November 10
Join the Mecca MVMT for a Basketball Tournament on Saturday, November 10 at the Mecca Center! The tournament is for youth ages 17-21. Teams will be five on five and […]
Cub Scout Families Orientation, Sunday, Nov. 4
The Midwest Islamic Scouting Council (MISC) welcomes all new Cub Scout families from the Mecca Center, Islamic Foundation, and Muslim Association of Bolingbrook to join us at the Cub Scouts […]
The Mecca Center: November Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center November Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read a special message from the Mecca Center President, M.A. Hamadeh, M.D., about the importance of […]
MQI: Continuous development and expansion
By Rana Abudaoud By the guidance of Allah (swt) and His help, our Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) always seeks to develop and renew itself to accommodate all the needs of […]
Important Mecca Center Board Elections announcement
We are only days away from the Mecca Center Board Elections! The following five individuals have accepted nominations as Mecca Center Board candidates and only four seats will be filled: […]
RSVP for the Mecca MVMT Gala on December 16
The Mecca MVMT invites the community to its one year anniversary Gala: Reviving Young Hearts on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at Ashton Place (341 75th St, Willowbrook, IL 60527) at […]
Mecca MVMT: General Body Meeting, November 11
Join The Mecca MVMT for a General Body Meeting on Sunday, November 11 at 10:30am to review and plan the MVMT’s youth programs and activities!
Meet Mecca Center Board Candidates at Community Night, November 1
Join us on Thursday, November 1 for Community Night at the Mecca Center to meet and learn more about candidates for the Mecca Center board. Each of the candidates have […]
MVMT: Gems of Juz Amma – Surat Abasa (He Frowned)
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to the “Gems of Juz Amma” on Saturday, October 20 at Maghreb as Sheikh Tariq Musleh shares about Surat Abasa (He Frowned).
Workout Sessions for Women, October 28 to December 2
Workout Sessions for Women at the Mecca Center begin for six weeks every Sunday starting October 28 and ending on Sunday, December 2, 2018. Half zumba, half yoga classes will be held […]
Mecca MVMT 2018 Gala: Reviving Young Hearts, Dec. 16
The Mecca MVMT invites the community to its 2018 Gala: Reviving Young Hearts on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at Ashton Place (341 75th St, Willowbrook, IL 60527) at 5pm. The […]
U.S. Census Bureau in Chicago hiring management positions
The U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2020 is opening a new Field Office in Chicago. They are hiring three new management positions to open and run the office. Job Announcement links are […]
MVMT: Gems of Juz Amma – Surat Al-Fajr (The Dawn)
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to the “Gems of Juz Amma” on Saturday, October 13 at Maghreb as Sheikh Hassan Aly shares about Surat Al-Fajr (The Dawn).
The Mecca Center General Assembly & Board Elections to be held November 2
The Mecca Center Elections Committee is pleased to announce that Elections will be held for four vacancies on the Mecca Center Board for a term of three years during the […]
MVMT: Gems of Juz Amma “With Hardship Comes Ease”
Attend the Mecca MVMT’s college and young professionals weekly program Gems of Juz Amma, which explores lessons and stories from the final Juzu’ of the Holy Quran, every Saturday evening. This week, on October 6 at Maghreb, […]
Attend Community Night with Abdelnasser Rashid, community member and candidate for Cook County Commissioner
Join us on Thursday, October 11 for a special Community Night at the Mecca Center as Abdelnasser Rashid, Chicago Muslim community member and candidate for Cook County Commissioner, leads a […]
The Mecca Center: October Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center October Newsletter is here! In this month’s issue, read a special message from the President about the upcoming Mecca Center Board Elections and Illinois General Election. Also included […]
Girl Scouts (K-4th Grade) recruitment at the Mecca Center, October 20
Unleash strong! Be a Girl Scout. The Mecca Center invites you to a big kick-off recruitment event for girls in Kindergarten to 4th grade on Saturday, October 20 from 3pm […]
Meet the Candidates at the Mecca Center, October 13
The Mecca Center invites community members to our “Meet the Candidates” event on Saturday, October 13 from 5pm to 7pm. Candidates running in the Illinois General Election on November 6 […]
MVMT: Fundamentals of Faith for the Journey Ahead for Sisters
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professional women to “Fundamentals of Faith for the Journey Ahead” at the Mecca Center on alternating Wednesdays at 7:15 pm.
MVMT: Friday Night Live for High School Girls
The Mecca MVMT invites high school girls to Friday Night Live from 7pm to 9pm every Friday at the Mecca Center. Enjoy the company of your fellow Sisters while enriching your […]
MVMT: Mecca Meet Ups for Girls every Wednesday
The Mecca MVMT presents Mecca Meet Ups for junior high girls ages 11-13 years old every Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8pm. Enjoy the company of your fellow Sisters while enriching […]
Mecca Center accountant Yaser Heimour passes second CPA exam
The Mecca Center is pleased to share that our accountant, Br. Mhd Yaser Heimour, passed his second CPA exam with flying colors and is on his way to becoming a […]
The Mecca Center serves local community with school and sports physicals
The Mecca Center health and fitness committee, in collaboration with the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS), recently conducted a health fair at the Mecca Center offering school and sports physicals […]
Attend Mecca MVMT: “Seekers of Knowledge” starting October 8
College students and young professionals are invited to attend the Mecca MVMT’s ‘Ilm course, “Seekers of Knowledge,” Mondays at 7pm starting October 8. The weekly class is taught by Sheikh […]
“Parenting From Within” with Dr. Sameera Ahmed and Youth program updates, Sept. 28
In partnership with the Family & Youth Institute, The Mecca Center and Mecca MVMT invite you to “Parenting From Within” with Dr. Sameera Ahmed for Islamically-based insights on being a […]
Self Defense for Kids program begins Saturday, October 13
The Mecca Center Youth Committee is presenting a Self Defense for Kids program every Saturday starting October 13 and running through November 10. The program is for boys and girls […]
Media Engagement Workshop with Edina Lekovic, Sept. 22
SoundVision and the Mecca Center are partnering with Edina Lekovic to offer a special media engagement workshop on Saturday, September 22 that will equip you with the tools to make your voice heard. […]
Join the Mecca MVMT for “Feeding the Hungry” on September 29
The Mecca MVMT is collaborating with Pious Projects and Building Bridges for a “Feed the Hungry” campaign to help pack lunches that will be distributed to homeless shelters across the […]
Attend Community Night on September 25 for Hajj reflections
The Mecca Center invites you to Community Night on Tuesday, September 25 at 7pm for a special gathering to welcome back our Hajjis and hear reflections and experiences from their […]
The Mecca Center is seeking an Administrative Assistant: Apply today
The Mecca Center • Administrative Assistant Job Description The Mecca Center is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant who reports to the Secretary and is responsible for performing both administrative and […]
Building Faith: Protecting Religious Freedom Through Land Use Laws, Sept. 25
The Mecca Center encourages you to attend “Building Faith: Protecting Religious Freedom Through Land Use Laws” on September 25 from 6:30pm to 8pm at John Marshall Law School in Chicago, […]
Quran Classes for High School Boys and College & Young Men
The Mecca MVMT and Quran Institute invite you to our weekly gatherings for High School Boys and College & Young Men to develop our relationship with the Holy Quran. Classes […]
Sahib al-Quran: Quran Memorization Program
The Mecca Quran Institute and Mecca MVMT are offering Sahib al-Quran, a part-time program for Quran memorization on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5pm to 6:30pm starting Monday, September 10, 2018. […]
VIDEO: The Mecca Center Sunday School
We are excited to start another wonderful year at the Mecca Center Sunday School! Learn more about our school and meet our teachers in our new video. Watch the video […]
Muslim Nonprofit Leadership Conference, Sept. 8
Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn how to grow your organization. Attend the Muslim Nonprofit Leadership Conference being hosted by the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago and Muslim Legal Fund […]
MVMT FNL Relaunch: Cake Wars for High School Sisters, Sept. 7
The Mecca MVMT invites high school Sisters to the Friday Night Live Relaunch: Cake Wars on Friday, September 7 from 7pm to 9:30pm at the Mecca Center. Join us for […]
Attend the Mecca MVMT: General Body Meeting, Sept. 9
Join the Mecca MVMT this Sunday, September 9 at 10:30am for its first monthly Youth Council General Body Meeting! The meeting will cover the MVMT’s past, present, and future projects […]
Register for Workout Sessions for Women, Sept. 9 to Oct. 14
Workout Sessions for Women begin for six weeks every Sunday starting September 9, 2018 through October 14, 2018 at the Mecca Center. Half zumba, half yoga classes will be held […]
Register for our English Language Learners (ELL) Class
The Mecca Center is offering an English Language Learners (ELL) Class for adults of all levels every Thursday from 8pm to 9:30pm between August 30 and December 12. The class is […]
Al Seerah Al Nabawia program for Sisters
The Mecca Center invites Sisters to our Al Seerah Al Nabawia program starting Monday, September 17, 2018 and ending Monday, May 20, 2019. The class is held on Mondays from 10am […]
Register for MQI Middle School Boys & Girls Programs!
The Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) is excited to begin classes for the 2018/2019 year beginning in September! Our Middle School program begins September 5 for Boys and September 8 for […]
#StopSterigenics from emitting toxic gas in Willowbrook
The Mecca Center encourages you to join Citizens for a Clean DuPage in front of the Sterigenics facility in #Willowbrook ( 7775 S Quincy St) today, August 31, 2018 at 5:30pm to demand […]
MVMT FNL Relaunch: Revival, Purpose, & Action, Sept. 7
The Mecca MVMT is hosting its Friday Night Live Relaunch: Revival, Purpose, and Action on Friday, September 7 at 7pm at the Mecca Center. Join us for an evening of […]
MVMT: BBQ Party & Meet Ups Relaunch for Boys, Sept. 5
The Mecca MVMT will hold a BBQ party and Meet Ups Relaunch on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 6pm for boys ages 10-13. Enjoy food, drinks, and a water balloon […]
The Mecca Center: September Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center September Newsletter is here! In this month’s issue, go through the journey of Hijra as Sh. Hassan Aly describes how a united community and devout faith in […]
Hijra: A Journey of Hope, Passion, and Beauty
By Sh. Hassan Aly, Imam & Religious Director Allah (swt) gave the order to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) to migrate from Makkah to Madina once the persecution of the Muslims by […]
We can see but can we hear?
By Ricardo Peña When I was a very young boy, my parents noticed that one of my eyes drifted a little bit and became alarmed enough to take me to the […]
VIDEO: Thank you for attending our Annual Eid Picnic!
Watch our Annual Eid Picnic video! Thank you for joining us for our Annual Eid Picnic at the Mecca Center! We are truly grateful to have celebrated and enjoyed the blessings […]
Attend Eid Prayers on Aug. 21 at the Mecca Center!
Join us for Eid al-Adha prayers on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at the Mecca Center! First prayer: Takberat 6:30 am | Prayer 7:00 am Second Prayer: Takberat 9:00 am | […]
Join us for our Day of ‘Arafa event, Aug. 20
Join us for a Day of ‘Arafa lecture, dhikr, and dua at the Mecca Center on Monday, August 20 at 6:30pm at the Mecca Center. Enrich your mind, offer your […]
MVMT: Gathering of ‘Arafa for Women, Aug. 20
The Mecca MVMT invites women ages 18 and over to attend a spiritual gathering on the blessed Day of ‘Arafa at the Mecca Center, Monday, August 20, from 12-3pm. For […]
Quran Blossoms Orientation & Open House, Sep. 4
The Mecca Center’s Quran Blossoms program for children 3-5 years old will hold a Parents Orientation and Open House on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at the Mecca Center. Please see […]
The First 10 Days of Dhul-Hîjjah: Days of Virtue, Righteous Deeds, and Joy
By Sheikh Hassan Aly, Imam & Religious Director, The Mecca Center All thanks and praise is due to Allah, I bear witness there is no God but Allah, alone without any […]
Sunday School Orientation and Placement for new students, Aug. 18
New student orientation and placement for the Mecca Center Sunday School 2018/2019 year will be held this Saturday, August 18 from 12pm to 2pm at The Mecca Center! For more […]
Back to School campaign provides hundreds of children with backpacks and supplies
The Mecca Center recently partnered with ICNA Relief Chicago and Madina Community for a “Back to School” campaign to provide 300 backpacks filled with school supplies to needy kids in […]
Watch the trailer for “A Night of Quranic Light”
Thank you for joining us for “A Night of Quranic Light” on August 4 at the Mecca Center which featured lectures, Quranic recitations, and Nasheed by Sheikh Hassan Aly, Sheikh […]
SAMS and the Mecca Center offering free School and Sports Physicals, Aug. 18
The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) and the Mecca Center are offering free school and sports physicals for students attending Anne M. Jeans Elementary School, Burr Ridge Middle School, Hinsdale […]
Students have enriching experience at MQI Summer Camp
By Rana Abudaoud The Mecca Quran Institute’s first summer program began on July 9th with the aim of helping students benefit from their summer break and fill their time with […]
The Mecca Center: August Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center August Newsletter includes the August 2018 prayer schedule as well as special messages from the Imam & Religious Director, President, Sunday School Principal, and Youth Director. View […]