Asalaam Alaikum and Greetings,

Returned from another great trip for friends/work in Phoenix & L.A.

Forward/share as you see fit.

Thank you,
Atif www.atifslist.com | www.norcalcouncil.org groups.yahoo.com


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TWO South Asian Bone Marrow DonorS Needed - August 2007 www.helpvinayandsameer.org | www.helpvinay.org www.facebook.com www.marrow.org
Dear Friends,

Please take a moment to read this post.

My friend, Sameer Bhatia helpvinayandsameer.org), has been diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML), which is a cancer of the blood. He is in urgent need of a bone marrow transplant. Sameer is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, is 31 years old, and got married last year. His diagnosis was confirmed just weeks ago and caught us all by surprise given that he has always been in peak condition. Sameer, a Stanford alum, is known to many for his efforts in launching the American India Foundation, Project DOSTI, TiE (Chicago), a microfinance fund, and other causes focused on helping others. Now he urgently needs our help in giving him a new lease on life. He is undergoing chemotherapy at present but needs a bone marrow transplant to sustain beyond the next few months.

Another friend of ours, Vinay, was also diagnosed with AML and requires a transplant. We have joined forces with Team Vinay ( helpvinay.org ) in order to get South Asians registered in the bone marrow registry. Both Sameer and Vinay need a match from another South Asian, however, very few South Asians are actually in the registry and this makes it difficult for doctors to find them a match. This is why we need your help. We have a family friend in our community who needs our help. His name Vinay Chakravarthy. Vinnie was diagnosed with leukemia last November and went through chemo. Unfortunately, he has recently taken a turn for the worse. The only way to beat this is with a bone marrow transplant. The doctors have given him only six weeks to find a match. Let me tell you a little bit about Vinnie. He went to Berkeley and completed medical school two years ago. He was in the middle of residency in Boston when he was diagnosed. Vinnie and Rashmi, his wife, will be celebrating their second wedding anniversary this July. You may not know him personally, but you do know someone just like him. Please do something to help this family and get on the donor list.

This is where you can help.

Fortunately, you can help. Let?s use the power of the net to save a life?something that couldn?t be done years ago, but is now possible. Getting registered is quick and requires a simple cheek swab (2 minutes of your time) and filling out some forms (5 minutes of your time). Registering and even donating if you're ever selected is VERY simple. Only 6 million people of Asian descent are on the national registry for bone marrow donation at the moment, with less than 1% of that amount being South Asian. There's only a 25% likelihood he'll match with someone within the family. Most of them have already been ruled out as a match. I'm told he can find a match with anybody of Asian descent. The testing process couldn't be simpler; it's a cotton swab in the mouth and 45 seconds later, you can find out if you are a match for Vinnie. Mention his name when getting tested. You can contact your local Blood Source or hospital to find out where to get tested. Please visit www.marrow.org

Thank you and please forward this to as many people who you think can help.

(See MCA August 10, 2007 Bone Marrow Drive Announcement Below)


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UPCOMING SUMMER CAMPS www.norcalcouncil.org type=day www.norcalcouncil.org type=day www.norcalcouncil.org type=day


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Submissions Call - Illume Magazine www.illumemedia.org | www.facebook.com

Illume Magazine is an independent media publication that aims to connect to the peoples of America and to the global electronic community in an effort to present the beauty of Islam through web and print media. In recent years, Islam has seen an increase in attention from the mainstream media, but this attention generally presents a distorted image of Islam, which avoids addressing critical issues. The mainstream media is flooded with misinformation regarding Islam, and this is largely due to ignorance. However, the reality of the situation is that a large body of informed perspectives exists outside the mainstream. Illume seeks to act as an alternative media outlet for these perspectives. We are looking for submissions for our Post 9/11 and Islamophobia Issues. Please refer to our Submissions Guideline before sending your articles.


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"CHILDREN OF JERUSALEM: Painting Pain, Dreaming Peace" Exhibit
Through September 30, 2007
Zeum's Spiral Gallery, 221 Fourth Street (@ Howard Street), San Francisco, CA 94103 | 415.820.3320 | [email protected] www.youtube.com (Video) | www.zeum.org

U.S. Debut of Internationally Acclaimed "CHILDREN OF JERUSALEM: Painting Pain, Dreaming Peace" Exhibit. We are proud to present in partnership with the Consulate General of Israel, the first U.S. presentation of this exhibition featuring artwork by Israeli and Palestinian youth over a two-year period. The show celebrates the role of art in building a bridge between people and nations and reveals moving images of conflict but also aspirations of peace and collaboration expressed through children's eyes and hands. The show is a selection of work from a program developed by Kitty Cohen and the Institute for the Study of Religions and Communities in Israel and has been shown in Jerusalem, London at the House of Commons, Geneva, and Manchester. Additional partners include: The Israel Education Initiative, a joint project of The Israel Center of the Jewish Community Federation and the Bureau of Jewish Education; The New Israel Fund; The Contemporary Jewish Museum.

What people are saying about Zeum's "CHILDREN OF JERUSALEM" Exhibition: www.zeum.org

(Thank you Mas'ood!)


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Stern Grove Admission-Free Concerts
June 17 - August 19, 2007, Sundays at 2:00 p.m.
Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard, San Francisco www.sterngrove.org

Since 1938, Stern Grove Festival has been the Bay Area?s home for outstanding performing arts in a beautiful outdoor setting, completely admission-free. This summer, Stern Grove Festival is celebrating its 70th Season with another fantastic line-up of artists from around the world! Choose a concert date to learn more about the performances.


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AMU
Opens in the Bay Area Friday July 27, 2007
4 Star Movie Theater, 2200 Clement St @ 23rd Ave., San Francisco | 415-666-3488 | www.4starmovietheatre.net www.amuthefilm.com
3rd I (South Asian Independent Cinema) | www.thirdi.org

The 4 Star Movie Theater on Clement will be screening the movie this weekend followed by a Q& A with the film makers. It promises to be an interesting movie about a Indo-American gal who goes back to India to rediscover her roots. Filmmakers Shonali Bose/Bedabrata Pain will be present at select showtimes on the opening weekend for post-screening Q& A. Please check theater for details. -- Official Selection ? Berlin International Film Festival, -- Official Selection ? Toronto International Film Festival, -- Winner ? Indian National Award, -- Winner ? FIPRESCI Critics Award, -- Winner ? Jury Award, Torino, Italy.

"Powerful ? a filmmaker to watch" ? LA Weekly; "a sensational feature debut ? powerful and suspenseful film. It works both as a probing emotional drama and as a riveting political thriller" ? Film Journal International, "Subtly acted, heart-wrenching ? it's made more powerful by the fact that the Indian government tried very hard to suppress the story."-- New York Magazine, "Exquisite storytelling. A courageous and honest film. Amu is brilliant! A MUST SEE!" -- Mira Nair, Director of the Namesake and Monsoon Wedding; "A first rate detective story...Bose is a fearless filmmaker who certainly knows how to tell an engrossing tale without compromising political viewpoint." -- Hollywood Reporter; "A bold and heartrending film, wonderfully made and very relevant to our times" ? Amir Khan, Actor; "I absolutely loved Amu-a thoughtful and important film with a universal theme. I was profoundly affected by it." -- Deepa Mehta, director of the Oscar-nominated Water.


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The Arab Film Festival is pleased to copresent the following films with the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival
For tickets, 925-275-9490 or visit www.sfjff.org
For further information about the films, contact the Community Outreach Coordinator at: [email protected] or 415.621.0556 x313

BETWEEN TWO NOTES
Florence Straus - Canada, France, 2006, 85min
Roda Theatre at the Berkeley Rep ? Sat., August 4th at 2:40 PM

Cairo, Aleppo, Damascus, Beirut, Tel Aviv: in a bitterly divided Middle East, what binds these places together in this lyrical road movie is their deep-rooted connection to classical Arabic music. Paris-based filmmaker Florence Strauss sets out to trace the origins of Arabic music and in the process makes discoveries about her own family?s hidden Jewish heritage. Ancient rhythms and melodies pour forth in passages of musical joy connecting artists across borders.

KNOWLEDGE IS THE BEGINING
Paul Smaczny Germany, 2006, 114 min
Roda Theatre at the Berkeley Rep ? Thurs., August 2nd at 8:30 PM
Smith Rafael Film Center ? Sat., August 4th at 2:00 PM

Conductor Daniel Barenboim believes that ?a life without music is impoverished.? In the 1990s, Barenboim and the late Palestinian-born writer and Columbia University professor Edward Said created the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, comprising talented musicians between the ages of 14 and 25 from Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Tunisia. The film, an unusual hybrid of a concert movie and a documentary about artistic diplomacy, eloquently chronicles the life of the orchestra.


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MAS Youth R.I.D.E. with Ustadh Suhaib Webb
August 3rd - 5th, 2007 www.masyouthba.org

All Aboard the RIDE! Spend a weekend with Ustadh Suhaib Webb cruising along Northern California's coastline, nourishing your soul, heart and mind. We'll chug through ancient redwood forests in a vintage steam train ride, discover the local culture of quaint, rustic towns, ponder over the remnants of a deserted Russian colony, be awed by the machinations of nature around us, invigorate our relationship with our Creator and much, much more. Departure rom MCA at 6pm on Friday. Return to MCA at 6pm on Sunday. For detailed trip plan, check the program itinerary. FEES*: $165 early registration (ends July 20th); $175 late registration (ends July 27th); *Limited financial assistance is available. See FAQ for more information. For College and young professional sisters and brothers. Admission fees to sites we visit, most meals (check the FAQ for details), full transportation and lodging for the whole weekend.


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Bay Area - Evening of Inspiration 2007: Islamic Relief hosts Sami Yusuf, Native Deen & Comedian Mo Amer
Saturday, August 4, 2007, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Flint Center for the Performing Arts, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, CA
1.800.617.7238 | [email protected]

Evening of Inspiration: The Sami Yusuf USA Tour in August 2007 Description: After 6 SOLD OUT shows last year in the US and 4 SOLD OUT shows in 2007 through out the UK, Islamic Relief is now proud to bring their world tour ?Evening of Inspiration? back by popular demand, featuring Sami Yusuf and Native Deen hosted by Mo Amer. Tickets Price: $20, $30 & $40. View Ad: www.youtube.com


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Conversation and Photographs with Mona Halaby & Lex Halaby
Sunday, August 5, 4pm
MECA Office, 901 Parker Street (at Seventh), Berkeley
Information/RSVP: 510-548-0542

Educator and author Mona Halaby spent the past year traveling in Palestine and will soon return to take a position as guest facutly at the Ramallah Friends School. Lex Halaby is a filmmaker and noted photographer in Los Angeles. Lex's stunning black and white photographs will be on sale; all proceeds benefit MECA's work with children in Palestine. Hosted by the Middle East Children's Alliance and Joining Hands

(Thank you Zahra!)


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24th Annual National Night Out (NNO)
Tuesday, August 7, 2007 www.nationalnightout.org

It's America's Night Out Against Crime! The "24th Annual National Night Out" (NNO), a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW), has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 7, 2007. We cordially invite you and your community to be a part of our NIGHT OUT 2007 team. Last year's National Night Out campaign involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials from over 10,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide. In all, over 34 million people participated in NNO 2006. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is designed to: Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.


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BONE MARROW DRIVE AT MCA
FRIDAY, August 10, 2007; 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
MCA, Muslim Community Association, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA www.helpvinay.org | www.helpsameer.org | www.mcabayarea.org
Contact [email protected] to VOLUNTEER for this event!

Register to be a bone marrow donor. Save a life. The process is simple! Please get registered! Getting registered is VERY QUICK and requires a SIMPLE CHEEK SWAB and completion of a donor form. Please bring the following information for your consent form to register: Your general information including your social security number or driver?s license number; The information of two contacts (friends or relatives) who do not live with you and who do not live with each other;

Donor eligibility requirements: Be between the ages of 18-60; Have no serious, ongoing lower back problems; Be in good general health

There are two, young members of the Bay Area community, Vinay and Sameer, who have both been diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML), a cancer of the blood. Both are in dire need of a bone marrow transplant. Vinay grew up in Fremont, California and attended UC Berkeley before moving on to get Masters and MD degrees from Boston University. He was married in 2005 to Rashmi, an aspiring physician from Los Angeles. Vinay is currently a resident in orthopedics at Boston Medical Center. Sameer is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur. He is only 31 years old and just got married in 2006. Vinay and Sameer are both known amongst their family and friends as being a kind, honest and loving human beings. We are desperately urging the South Asian Community to come together to help Vinay, Sameer, and others. We are talking about the lives of individuals whose time is running out? Please support this cause by getting registered today!

...and whoso saveth the life of one, it shall be as if he had saved the life of all mankind. (Al-Ma?idah: 32)

(Thank you Michelle!)


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Come experience the Beauty of East Africa (part 2)
Friday, August 10, 8:25 pm
MCA Banquet Hall, Muslim Community Association, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA www.mcabayarea.org | [email protected]

*** East African brothers and sisters who would like to participate in the planning and execution of this event should please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.*** From the MCA Cultural Nights Series. Explore the colorful traditions, the rich history and the modern life of Muslims across the countries of Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Sudan. The cultural night series is a family night program celebrating the diversity of the Muslim world, spotlighting different ethnic groups and cultures. Come discover the fascinating backgrounds of your brothers and sisters from this section of the world, learn about their history and traditions, and sample their food!! This event is sponsored by the MCA Social & Women?s Committees.

(Thank you Michelle!)


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MUSLIM UNITY DAY (MUD)
Saturday August 11th, 2007 at Great America Park in Santa Clara, CA
Over 8,000 Muslims have attended the past two MUD events!
For More Information, Go to: MuslimUnity.us

The BIGGEST and BEST Muslim Event in the Bay Area!!! RIDES ? GAMES ? ROLLER COASTERS ? BAZAAR ? PRAYER AREA - HALAL RESTAURANT FOOD ? ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM ? DISCOUNTED PARK ADMISSION TICKETS. Special Entertainment Program (Included with Park Admission Ticket) Featuring: Comedian AHMED AHMED (Comedy Central/ MTV), Remarkable Current?s TYSON + DJ belikeMuhammad (Islamic Hip Hop), The Mo? Rockin Project (Morroccan/Jazz), After Hijrah (Islamic Hip Hop), Kareem Salama (Muslim Country)

Discounted Admission Tickets: $27.00 (Regular Price: $46.95 + TAX), Discounted Parking Tickets: $7.00 (Regular Price: $10.00) (Limited Time Only)
Your Favorite Halal Restaurants will sell Halal Food in the Pavilion Area ALL DAY LONG!!! Coming >From Out of Town or Need a Place to Stay??? Contact the OFFICIAL HOTEL for Muslim Unity Day: Marriott Courtyard ? Milpitas, CA (408-719-1966)

(Thank you Irfan!)

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Send a Tenderloin Muslim kid to Great America

Salaams,

For the last two years, donors and volunteers in the Bay Area have made it possible for Muslim children living in the Tenderloin in San Francisco to attend ?Muslim Unity Day? at Great America, the daylong event at the Santa Clara amusement park. It's that time of year again! The third annual event is scheduled for August 11, 2007, and we need your help to sponsor kids who couldn't otherwise afford to go. See www.muslimunity.us for more on the event.

We need two things:

1) Sponsors: it costs $27 to sponsor one child to defray ticket costs. We want to be able to sponsor at least 30 kids.
2) Drivers: we need 4 to 5 responsible drivers with cars who can transport kids from the Tenderloin to Great America and back on August 11.

If you can sponsor a child, please write a check for $27 or more to ?Zawaya? and send it by July 31, 2007 to Attn: Nabila Mango, Hyde Street Community Services, 134 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102. Please also send an e-mail to Sohela Shah ASAP at [email protected] to let her know how many kids you?re sponsoring.

If you can drive that day, please contact Sohela Shah at [email protected] as soon as possible to let her know.

Shirin


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TEA & TIME AWAY for Sisters
Sunday, August 12th , 10:00 am - 5:00 p.m.
ILM Tree Facility, Castro Valley, CA
[email protected]

ILM Tree would like to invite all Muslim women of the community to "a day of relaxation, refreshments, and rejuvenation" in our beautiful new facility. Located in a secluded natural setting in Castro Valley, you will feel as if you've been transported to a retreat of your own. Muslim sisters, aged 15 and older, will have the opportunity to relax with girlfriends as they lounge pool-side or chat over a soothing cup of tea and scrumptious sandwiches.

All proceeds from this day's event go to ILM Tree, a new non-profit organization of Muslim educators and families here in the Bay Area. ILM means "knowledge" in Arabic, and is an acronym for Inspired Learning For Muslims. Alhumdulillah, ILM Tree has just secured a beautiful location in Castro Valley. It is a gorgeous house on a 1.2 acre property which is completely private and secluded. Please make checks out to ILM Tree. Fee is $199 per person. For 3 or more registrations sent together as a group, fee is $179 per person.

(Thank you Chloe!)


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Eidul Mab'as - Lecture in English by Sheikh Alaedin Albakri
Sunday August 12th, 2007 - Dinner: 5:30 PM, Program Starts at 6:30 PM
ICCNC Islamic Cultural Center of Northern California, 1433 Madison Street, Oakland, California 94612
[email protected] | iccnc.org

Mab'as is the event during which the Holy Prophet (SW) was granted a divine position of prophecy. In this night while at a cave in Mount Hira (610AD), the Archangel Jebraeel (Gabriel) appeared to the Prophet with the first five verses of the first chapter, Surat al-Alaq. Muhammad's appointment as a prophet is called Mab'as/Mabath , meaning the one appointed. *There will be a $5 charge for dinner; no one will be turned away for lack of funds.


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MAS Youth Give Coastal Cleanup
Saturday, August 18, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm www.masyouthba.org | www.masyouthba.org
Meet at MCA at 8:40 am (3003 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara)

Breakfast, water, snacks will be provided. Ages 8+. Please wear work clothes and closed-toed shoes. You must pr-register by August 12! Space is limited.


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Pakistan Independence Day Picnic
August 18th, 2007, 11 AM - 5 PM
Baylands Park, Sunnyvale, CA www.pcc-ca.org | [email protected] | 408-426-4487 or 408-656-7818

Come join Pakistani American Culture Center in celebrating Pakistan Independence Day with a fun filled picnic with activities for the whole family. Enjoy Pakistani songs by Ausaf, Umair and Shakeel. Take part in singing bee contest and test your memory on Pakistani songs. Kids and adults can enjoy games such as Cricket, Pithoo Garam, Volley Ball, Soccer, Kabbadi, Kite flying. Pakistani food and BBQ by Mehran restaurant. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic towels, and any games you want to share with others. Let us know how many of your family members will be joining us via email: [email protected] or call: 408-426-4487 or 408-656-7818


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Muslim Junction
August 25th, 2007 or September 8th, 2007 (Tentative) www.muslimjunction.com

Series of events brought to you by Muslim Junction, a collaboration between the MCA Social & Women committees, honoring requests from the community for events targeted at 18-35 age group. Mark your calendars for this date and visit website for updated information.


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MAS Youth Give & American Cancer Society's Relay for Life
10:00 am Saturday, August 25 TO 10:00 am Sunday, August 26
Palo Alto High School
To sign-up for the MYG team or to donate to the cause, go to www.acsevents.org
For more information or to help with the event, contact Meryem Kamil (team captain) at [email protected] www.masyouthba.org

Water, snacks will be provided. This August, MAS Youth Give will be coordinating with the American Cancer Society in the Relay for Life. The Relay is a tool for the Cancer Society to raise awareness and funds for cancer research and counts for nearly half the funds of the Society in that area. During the actual relay at least one person from each team must be walking on the track. At dusk, there will be a symbolic luminaria lighting. MYG will also be having activities throughout the day, including games, talks, and a qiyam. Team members do not have to stay overnight at the Relay but it would be a good experience. This year's Relay will be from 10 am on August 25 to 10 am on August 26 at the Palo Alto High School track.


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YouDIL San Francisco Chapter Picnic
August 25, 2007
Lindley Meadows, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA www.yourdil.org | www.parks.sfgov.org | Jassim Latif - [email protected]

My name is Jassm Latif and I am excited to introduce the first ever YOUR DIL SF chapter. Developments in Literacy (DIL) is a non-profit organization working to eradicate illiteracy in remote and neglected areas of Pakistan by establishing primary and secondary level non-formal schools for underprivileged children, primarily girls. Youth Outreach, Developments in Literacy (YOUR DIL) is an initiative aimed at promoting awareness and encouraging support for DIL's objectives amongst a younger generation. YOUR DIL will be holding its first launch event at Lindley Meadow Park in San Francisco on August 25, 2007.

(Thank you Abdulrahman!)


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SRVIC FRIENDS & FAMILIES ANNUAL PICNIC
SATURDAY August 25TH, 2007, 12:00 NOON - 4:00PM
SYCAMORE VALLEY PARK, 2101 HOLBROOK DRIVE, DANVILLE, CA

INSHA ALLAH LUNCH WILL BE SERVED AT 1:30PM. TICKETS WILL BE $6 PER PERSON. KIDS UNDER 5 WILL BE FREE. FOR FURTHER INFO AND RSVP , PLEASE CONTACT: SR. SHAHLA NIHAL 736-4566 (EVENT COORDINATOR), SR. MARYAM SAGHIR 890-0365, SR. MONA AMJAD 736-9602 SR. FARHA RAANA 736-8566, SR. ZEBA ALI 216-4932 BR. SHOIB ALI 683-1003, BR. SYED SALIM 548-4465.



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Arab Cultural Festival
Sunday August 26, 2007
San Francisco, CA xf2.xanga.com


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MCA Rock Cod Fishing Trip on a Chartered Boat !
Sunday, September 2, 2007 6:15 am to 2 pm www.mcabayarea.org/rock-cod-fishing-trip-on-a-chartered-boat.aspx
Michelle Lee [email protected]

Ahoy! Let?s go rock cod fishing! End your summer with one last vacation by coming aboard a chartered 50 foot sport fishing vessel operating from Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay. It is guaranteed to be a fun, relaxing, and memorable trip for the whole family! (Groups can be coordinated to leave after fajr salat from MCA.) All family members aged 7 years and older are welcome to join this seafaring adventure. Limited Seating. $60-$92/person.


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Ramadan
~Wednesday, September 12 to Friday October 11, 2007 www.atifslist.com/?page_id=34


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16th Annual AMILA Ramadan Retreat
September 22-23, 2007
Pigeon Point Hostel, Half Moon Bay, CA www.amila.org | [email protected]
www.norcalhostels.org

AMILA was able to secure the beautiful and scenic Pigeon Point Lighthouse located ~20 miles south of Half Moon Bay on the California coast. This is at the same location of the AMILA Retreat 2006. Previous AMILA retreats in the Marin Headlands Hostel had various logistical issues that we do not anticipate having at the Pigeon Point Lighthouse location. We received mostly positive feedback on the Pigeon Point Lighthouse location in the past and do hope you will mark your calendars now for the AMILA Ramadan Retreat.


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Eid ul-Fitr
~ Saturday, October 12, 2007
www.atifslist.com


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11th Annual Arab Film Festival
October 18th to 28th, 2007
Various Bay Area Locations www.aff.org | [email protected] | (415) 564-1100

The 11th Annual Arab Film festival runs from October 18th to 28th at many locations throughout the Bay Area and November 2nd to 4th in Los Angeles. Watch for pre-festival screenings and other exciting events on our events page and make sure to signup for our mailing list.


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?Philanthropic Contributions to Changing Stereotypes?
ING?s Annual Supporters Dinner
Saturday, November 3rd, 2007, 6 pm ? 9 pm

Keynote Speaker: Reza Aslan, author of ?No god but God: The Origins, Evolution and Future of Islam.? Entertainment: Dean Obeidallah, comedian from the Axis of Evil Comedy Tour. More information will following in the upcoming months.

(Thank you Maha!)


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Eid ul-Adha
~ Thursday, December 20, 2007 www.atifslist.com/?page_id=34


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PAST EVENTS SUMMARY


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Finding Mars & Venus - An interactive talk show exploring the dynamics between men and women
MCA, Santa Clara, CA
Saturday, July 28, 2007 6 p.m - 10 p.m.
[email protected] | leave a VM at 408-727-7277 ext 462 | www.mcabayarea.org/Default.aspx?tabid=468

Featured Guests: Sister Chantal Carnes (Muslim American Society), Shaikh Sadullah Khan (Wise Living), Shaikh Yassir Fazaga (Wise Living). Hosts: Omair Ali (MeccaONE), Ruby Kazi. Included in the Talk show....* What are they thinking? Insight on how men and women think..., * Searching for desirable characteristics: What to look for in a man or woman..., * Finding the hidden blessings in gender differences, * Essential elements to start a solid marriage. There will be much, much more!! Get ready to participate in the discussion and offer your perspective! This event is open to College students, MSA alumni and all young professionals between the ages of 18-35. Strictly no kids. Tickets Before July 25 - $10 students, $20 others. After July 25/at the door - $20 students, $30 others. Program includes Middle Eastern Buffet Dinner. We will not turn away anyone due to lack of funds. This is the first of a series of events brought to you by Muslim Junction, a collaboration between the Social & Women committees, honoring requests from the community for events targeted at this age group.


(Thank you Zahra!)

EVENT SUMMARY: 140 attendees both single, married, brothers and sisters came out to attend the first event produced by www.MuslimJunction.com at the MCA. The hosts and speakers were both insightful and entertaining. The food was good and the attendees appreciated the discussion of this topic in an informative and light hearted manner. Keep your eyes open for future www.MuslimJunction.com events.

Assalaamu alaikum brothers and sisters,

On behalf of Muslim Junction, I want to thank all of you for attending our first event, "Finding Mars and Venus." I hope all of you enjoyed the event and found the talk show engaging, entertaining, and constructive. Insha'Allah, "Finding Mars and Venus" will be the first of many successful events to come. As Muslim Junction is a new group of young professionals forming at MCA, your feedback is critical to the direction that this group will take. I am kindly requesting that all of you take two minutes to fill out this brief online survey about what you liked best and disliked about "Finding Mars and Venus." The surveys are completely anonymous. All feedback and any positive or constructive criticism would be thoroughly appreciated and truly beneficial to Muslim Junction.

Jazakum Allahu Khairun,

Muslim Junction muslimjunction.com

PLEASE FILL OUT THE SURVEY AT: freeonlinesurveys.com


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BAY AREA RESOURCES & COMMUNITY CALENDARS www.atifslist.com/?page_id=33


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WHY I STARTED THIS & IDEAS FOR THE FUTURE www.atifslist.com/?page_id=4


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NOTES & DISCLAIMERS www.atifslist.com/?page_id=7


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THANK YOU FOR READING THIS E-MAIL,
Atif