11 March 2011 6 Rabi-al-Uthani 1432 Reminder: Starting Saturday Starting Saturday Prayer Fajr Duhr Asr MCA Maghrib Sunset Isha 5:30 am Al-Noor 5:30 am 12:40 pm 12:40 pm 4:15 pm 4:45 pm Sunset 8:00 pm 7:45 pm Event Calendar MCA Debate Night Competition Limited Participants! Grand prize: Plane Tickets! March 18 see page 6 An Education with a Life long impact March 19 see page 6 Life, Optimized March 20 see page 2 The Power of Giving March 26 see page 2 Volume 1 / Issue 35 Daylight savings time begins on Sunday, March 13th at 2:00 am. Please don t forget to put your clocks one hour forward! 2011 Granada Islamic School (GIS) Election Nominations The Election Committee received the following nominations for 2011: 2 open positions Ali Aiyed Hatem Ahmed Moaid Laymoun Mohammed Bhuiyan Election Date: Sunday March 13th, from 6:30PM to 9:30PM at the Gym room. To be able to vote you must be parent of GIS student and a member of MCA. May Allah (swt) make this annual election process continue to be a source of unity, strength, and harmony among the members of our community.we encourage all GIS parents to participate in the election. For information contact the election committee at election@mcabayarea.org Gold Bracelet For Sale A Gold Bracelet was priced at $600 to $750 and it weighs about 13 grams. For sale at the MCA Finance office. If you're interested to buy, please contact finance@mcabayarea.org Legacies of a Great Prophet Series see page 4 Publications Committee is looking for volunteers. If you are interested, please contact us at newsletter@mcabayarea.org TO ADVERTISE WITH US VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.mcabayarea.org/newsletter MCA, c/o Newsletter, P.O. Box 180, Santa Clara, CA 95052 newsletter@mcabayarea.org www.mcabayarea.org 408.727.7277 x416
Ihsan Foundation for West Africa "The Power of Giving" Speakers: Imam Zaid Shakir Dr Rajaballay MCA Santa Clara Saturday, March 26th at 6PM Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at door Free Babysitting (8 and under) www.ihsanfoundation.org info@ihsanfoundation.org 408-982-9133 USA s First Muslim Heritage Camporee Fun skill-building activities for all school age kids! National Islamic Committee on Scouting San Francisco Bay Area Council (SFBAC), Boy Scouts of America When: Apr 22nd 24th (School Holiday Easter Weekend) Where: Camp Wente, http://wente.org/ Event information and registration: 1. http://muslimcamporee.weebly.com/index.html or 2. http://www.islamicscouting.org/ The two day camporee will feature fun activities for the WHOLE FAMILY - adults and school-going kids (both boys and girls). Including an Islamic Program: daily prayers, and a full Halal menu (3 meals a day plus snacks) DISCOVER ISLAM SERIES NEW SESSION BEGINS March 1st, 2011 7:00-9:00pm, Room #8 GIS MCA outreach will continue to offer free classes for the public under the umbrella of "Discover Islam" series. It's a 5-week course that closely examines and discusses the essence of Islam. We had more than 10 students registered for previous sessions and we aim to sustain the class at least at that level. Many of the students became more interested in Islam and started to come to MCA for other events, alhamdulillah. Please encourage your friends and colleagues to attend so that they may understand Islam in its true light. Class 1/Mar 1st: Muslim Beliefs, Spirituality and Practice Class 2/Mar 8th : Prophet Muhammad, his Life and his Character Class 3/Mar 15th : The Quran and its Miracles Class 4/Mar 22nd : Social Justice in Islam Class 5/Mar 29th : Panel Discussion: " Be in this Life a Traveler" Time: from 7:00-9:00 pm Location: Room #8 at GIS The classes are FREE but RSVP is required. For more information, please visit the MCA website or contact DiscoverIslam@mcabayarea.org 408-727-7277 ext 402. 2
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Legacies of Great Prophets Series at MCA Dian Alyan, MCA Outreach Director We launched these series last month with the documentary of Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet (pbuh). It was a successful event, Alhamdulillah, attended by about 150 people who came from diverse faith background. The panel consisted of a Muslim scholar, a Jewish scholar from Stanford University, and a Christian scholar from Santa Clara University. We are continuing the series on a bi-monthly basis and the next one will be on Jesus (pbuh), scheduled for April 17th (see details below). Given the topic and the high level of interest from public to learn more about Islam, we want to drive publicity as follow: MCA Website, Newsletter and FB page. I request that each of you who read this to invite at least ONE Christian friend to join us at the event. Posting fliers/poster on campuses, public libraries, cafes, and other public venues with high traffic. Ad placement on Santa Clara Weekly. They have agreed to give us 3 Ads for a price of 2. Through this media channel we will reach out to 80,000 people in Santa Clara. We are looking for someone who is willing to sponsor these Ads. The speaker, br. Ali Ataie is an expert on the topic and he is an eloquent with his words. I need your help to get the word out and to share our narrative about Jesus pbuh. If we claim to love Islam and all of Allah s prophets, I invite you to manifest that through concrete actions. Please contact me at dian.alyan@mcabayarea.org or call 408-727.7277 ext. 402 if you want to help in one area or all of the above. If you are willing to bake treats for guests, please also contact me. Jazakum Allahu Khairan. 4
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Paradise Hifz Academy K - 6th Grade First Full-time Elementary Hifz School in the Bay Area Integrated Curriculum: * * * * * Complete Memorization of the Qur an California Content Standards for Core Subjects Arabic Language and Islamic Studies Professional and Credentialed Teachers Standardized Testing Hifz Only Option Available With a strong academic foundation in the core subjects coupled with a solid grounding in Islamic education, your child will be ready to excel in any field of study while maintaining a strong Islamic identity. Now Accepting Registrations for 2011-2012 www.paradiseacademy.com info@paradiseacademy.com Explanation of Commonly Read Chapters of Quran with Imam Suhaib Webb Wednesdays After Isha prayers in the Banquet Hall Both brothers and sisters are welcome to attend. For further information, please contact billal.asghar@mcabayarea.org Employment Opportunity at Granada Islamic School 3003 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054, 408-980-1161 Long-Term Substitute: Full time, April to June Minimum qualifications: Bachelor s degree US Teaching experience Legal work status Also looking for on-call substitutes. Please email resume and cover letter to Mrs. Nihad Mourad at nihadm@granadaschool.org or fax to (408)980-1120. 8
WINTER SALE 25% OFF - All Hi jabs Scarves, Shawl, Shayla 20 % OFF Tunic Top and Kurtis 20% OFF Jilbab, Abayas, Shawar Khameez and all long dresses 3095 El Camino Real Santa Clara, CA 95051 ( 2 doors from Taj Mahal) New Arrivals : Ma ny styles of Cotton and Chiffon Hijabs, Denim Ji lbab & Kurt is Additional Discount 10 % OFF With Purchases $50.00 and Above (Before Tax) Tel : 408-246-3170 Expirat ion Date: 2/15/2011 9
MCA CAREER SERVICES www.mcabayarea.org/social-services/career-services.aspx MCA Career Services Committee Contact : careerservices@mcabayarea.org 408.727.7277 ext. 461 Job Portal: http://cs.mcabayarea.org CAREER RESOURCE CENTER AT MCA The Career Resource Center offers: Assistance with Resume Writing, Resume Review, Job Search and Exploring Occupations Facilitate Mock Interviews, Informational Interviews and Professional Networking Provide information on Bay Area Career Resources Career Counseling and Assistance: In-Person: By confirmed appointments only. By Phone: Available. For appointments: e-mail careerservices@mcabayarea.org or Tel: 408.727.7277 ext. 417, leave message & contact number EVENTS (Prior registration required due to limited seating To register, please send email to careerservices@mcabayarea.org ) Public Speaking Workshop for the Youth (Register to attend) (Brought to you my MCA/WVMA) Open To: Youth only Date & Time: Saturday March 12, 2011 at 1 PM - 5 PM JOB OPENINGS (Send resumes to MCA Career Services - careerservices@mcabayarea.org) Sr. Systems/Network Administrator Software Engineer Direct Deposit Donation Form Federal tax ID # is: 31-1267559 E nroll in MCA s monthly auto deduction drive and inves t in your community. For your convenience MCA has made arrangements for you to send your contribution through an Electronic Debit Transfer directly to the Masjid s Direct Deposit Account. Please sign the EDT form and indicate what you would like to contribute. No amount is insignificant; everyone should participate to help maintain our institution. Please note that these donations are tax deductible. Please Cut out and drop form in any of the MCA cones or mail to MCA. Forms are also available outside of the building manager's office. For Direct bank account withdrawals please provide your ABA number (which consists of 9 digits) and your bank account number. 1) Donor s Information First Name Middle Initial Last Name 2) Donor s Address: 3) Telephone Number: 4) ABA Number 5) Bank Account number 6) For Credit Card Donors: Please provide the credit card information Visa Master Card America Express Exp. Date 7) Amount: $25 $50 $100 Other $. Monthly One Time 9) Please make sure to mark your intention from the following: Activities, Operations and Services Maintenance Signature Date 10
CLASSIFIEDS TO ADVERTISE WITH US VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.mcabayarea.org/newsletter MCA, c/o Newsletter, P.O. Box 180, Santa Clara, CA 95052 newsletter@mcabayarea.org www.mcabayarea.org 408.727.7277 Disclaimer: MCA does not endorse and is not responsible for products and services in the ads section of the MCA newsletter. MCA holds the right to reject or accept ads submitted. No ads dealing with a business deemed to be in conflict with Islamic principles w ill be accepted. DENTISTS/MEDICAL PEDIATRICS Farda Quershi, M.D. Medical Ear Piercing For App. Call: 408. 730. 2200, 500 E. Remington Dr., #15 Sunnyvale Sarah Azad, MD Obstetrics & Gynecology 650 988 3232 DoctorAzad.com 2490 Hospital Dr. #300 Mountain View, CA 94040 Saturday appointments available PEDIATRIC DENTIST, NOOR BILBEISI DDS 510-404-8033 pacbaykids.com Most insurance accepted! All digital office. 39572 Stevenson Pl. Ste 123 Fremont, CA. 94539 SAMINA HUSAINI, MD Pediatrics: Children and Young Adults Serving the Community since 1992 650-948-6681 www.drhusaini.com 763 Altos Oaks Drive, Suite #4, Los Altos, CA 94024 Mohsena Ahmad, DDS, Family Dentistry with a caring approach. Most Insurance accepted. Open on Saturday. 259 Meridian Ave., Ste 12, San Jose, CA 95126 (Between W. San Carlos St. & Park Ave.) Please call: (408) 275-0768 PRODUCTS/SERVICES Bhuiyan & Associates, CPA 2060 Walsh Ave, Suite 180 Santa Clara, CA 95050 408-727-5001, 408-727-5002 Fax 408-674-8932 Cell www.bhuiyancpa.com Mina Travels & Tours Bay Area: 650-204-9088; 408-382-9596; 510-402-4563 Other location : 714-204-5593 E-mails: info@minatravels.com; Website: www.minatravels.com Micro Tax, Audit & Accounting Services, LL Certified Public Accountants Tax Preparation (e-file), Audit, Accounting, & Payroll Services. Contact:Br. M. Amin Haroon CPA,FCCA (UK) Phone: 408-986-9829 Email: support@microtaxcpa.com Moving sale, 2005 Honda Pilot, 4WD, low mileage 60 K, full- loaded, color metallic gray Price $ 14,000, call 408-975-0730, or email jayhatem@yahoo.com RebuildingAlliance rebuilds Palestinian towns Full-time: Bookkeeper / Operations Coordinatr. sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/ofc/1984443939.html Part-time: Development Coordinator sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/mar/1984479840.html Persian Hairstylist, Sunnyvale Salon 30 yrs. Exp, private room, haircut, color, Keratin Complex straightening, threading, waxing, facial. Call Farin 408 307-3679 Looking for a reliable and experienced travel agent? best deals to Africa, Middle east, Europe and Asia. Please call Samy to Fars World Travel at 650-291-1731 or email for free quotes to samy@farsworldtravel.com Hosameldeen Saleh, CPA FREE Professional answers to your tax questions. Basic or complex tax preparation for individuals. Self-employed, investor, rental income and more. (408) 800-2722 / Ykhalifa@deensaleh.com Mention this add for additional 20% discount Fozia's Daycare in Santa Clara. Very close to MCA. Licensed provider. I am a CPR and First-Aid Certified. Ages 1-5 yrs. Safe, friendly and very clean environment. I speak English, Urdu. Please call Fozia @ (408)-261-1305 Nanny needed in Santa Clara, Nanny needed for 40 hours a week. Must be able to drive. Please call (408) 462-5081. MATRIMONIAL Looking for the Marriage Partners: Muslim ladies are looking for nice brothers for marriage purpose. They are about mid 30, mid 40 and 60 years old. Please email to: pcbayarea2006@yahoo.com. Your age, background, hobbies, occupation, preference, contac info, photo (if it is available), etc. Thanks. Seeking Husband: Sunni US parents of Indian origin invite correspondence from practicing Muslim men for their US born religious hijabi professional daughter, MS, 33, divorced with no children. Contact: smasb3@yahoo.com REAL ESTATE/INVESTMENT/RENT Fatima Elsokary Century 21 M&M and Associates Realtor & Loan Consultant (408) 306-4813 fatimaelsokary@gmail.com Roommate Needed Separate Room in new 3BR-house 1.8M frm Masjid Rent=$560+90Util 408-527-8148 mhufgmai@gmail.com Utils= Internet, CableTV, Inside Laundry, 2-car Garage, AC&Heater Wael ElSakka, MS, License # 01885445, Coldwell Banker Saratoga Knowledgeable, focused, results oriented, friendly, 24 years with MCA welsakka@cbnorcal.com 408-627-7968 Very close to MCA. Rent including utilities and janitorial is 250 per month. Office available beginning of year. Sharing office with part time insurance brokerage. New carpet and paint. First floor, very presentable with access to a large conference room. Plenty of parking. Interested, please call: Salah Eddin Elbakri 510 541 6293 Sal@conciseinsurance.com Mohammad Alazzah RE/MAX Luxor Realty License #01295406 Residential, Commercial & 1st time home buyer program. Certified Distressed Property Expert. (408) 592-9847 malazzah@remax.net. Shan Saigal, Broker Referral Realty Silicon Valley: Ask for Free Guide On:(1)Buy; Sell; Short Sale; Foreclosure; Prop. Management; Investments; Commercial.(2)1% Fee to Sell Your Home: 408-505-9302; Dre #00768704; SiliconValleyHomePrice.com Omar Yassin Realtor Represents banks for foreclosures and short sales state wide at almost half-price! Financing at reasonable terms Call me at (408) 806-4300 or email me at omaryassin1@gmail.com 2/2 Town house, 2 story, close to MCA at Scott/ Cabrillo. Spacious 1250 sq ft with lots of Natural Light, Open Floor Plan, Many Closets/Storage/Pantry Areas/Pool/Spa. 2 attached car garage Available Immediately. Rent 1900 Call 650 391 5537 Ruhi Alikhan Realtor/Broker Lic #01423713 Top 3% in Santa Clara County Top Listing agents in County, First Time Buyer, Short Sales & Foreclosure. 408-582-3202 Intero Real Estate Services www.ruhihomes.com ruhi@interorealestate.com NON- PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Rahima Foundation Help Us To Help The Needy. 2302 Calle Del Mundo, SC, CA 408-845-0050 mail@rahima.org www.rahima.org 11 Please discard this newsletter in a respectful manner as it includes the names of our Lord and our Prophet.