Asalaam Alaikum and Greetings,

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


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TWO South Asian Bone Marrow DonorS Needed - July 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.


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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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Visit Apu Nahasapeemapetilon's Kwik-E-Mart
Mountain View, CA www.7-eleven.com | www.7-eleven.com

Did you ever want to buy an actual Squishee, Buzz Cola, KrustyO?s Cereal, Radioactive Man Comic Book Edition #711? Always wondered where Springfield really is? Does anyone really know? Well the folks at 7-Eleven do ? in fact they?ve been working very closely with Apu Nahasapeemapetilon.


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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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WEST AFRICA: EXPLORING VANISHING CULTURES AND LANDSCAPES, FROM THE GOLD COAST TO THE SALT MINES OF THE SAHARA
with Alberto Nicheli, trip leader and art connoisseur
WHEN: Thursday, July 12th, 2007, at 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mountain Travel Sobek office
1266 66th Street, Emeryville, CA

Refreshments will be provided before the presentation. Admission is FREE! Join us for an eye-opening presentation of the lifestyles and traditions of West Africa, from the golden kingdoms of Ghana, Benin, and Togo and the unmapped villages of the animistic Dogon to an utterly amazing four-wheel-drive expedition across the Saharan salt caravan routes north of Timbuktu to Mauritania. And best of all, you get to meet the people of West Africa, from the colorful masked dancers of the south, to the proud and elegant Tuareg warriors, from the Gurunsi women who paint their houses in geometric designs to the salt miners who toil in the harshest conditions. Alberto will share his stories and experiences of this fascinating, and sometimes perplexing, land, where every day brings a new wonder.

(Thank you Omar!)


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How to Invite Others to Islam by Dr. Khalid Siddiqi
Friday, July 13, 2007 - (From Maghrib to Isha)
621 Masonic Way, Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 591-3690 | www.yaseen.org

"Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and fair preaching and argue with them in a way that is better". (Qur'an 16:125). YASEEN FOUNDATION - The Muslim Community Association of the Peninsula. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is a role-model for Muslims and Muslims are required to be role models for the rest of mankind. In the lecture participants will learn about the art of Islamic Da'wah and reaching out in the light of the Qur'an and Sunnah through hikmah-wisdom, husna-good, mawadah-compassion, and hasana-more pleasing ways. Muslims must realize this important duty to become role models for other people, when they begin to present Islam to others. (Lectures are open to everyone, No Babysitting Provided)


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MAS Youth Give @ Glide Soup Kitchen (in SF)
Saturday, July 14th, 5:45 AM - 10 AM
Meet at MCA, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA www.MASYouthBA.org

Ages 12+. Come help serve food to the homeless. Wear work clothes and closed-toed shoes. You must register! Space is limited! Online registration and information: MASYouthBA.org. About MAS Youth Give (MYG) - Our mission is clear: to instill the Islamic spirit of social responsibility in young Americans and demonstrate the message of Islam through proactive service. To accomplish this mission, we coordinate monthly volunteer activities in cooperation with various Bay Area social service and charity organizations. In the past, MYG has worked with Second Harvest Food Bank, Special Olympics, Habitat for Humanity, Loaves and Fishes soup kitchen, Project Open Hand, City Trees, Glide Community Center , the Boys and Girls Club and others.


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Disaster Preparedness Workshop www.norcalcouncil.org type=day
Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM.
Location: MCA Main Boardroom, Santa Clara, CA

Speaker(s): John Combs (Fire Captain). This event will include a presentation from Fire Captain John Combs of the Santa Clara Fire Department about how to be prepared for an earthquake in the Bay Area.


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Association of Retired American Muslims (ARAM) Monthly Gathering
Saturday, July 14, 2007, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM.
Home of Dr. & Mrs. Wajid Ali Khan, Milipitas, CA 95035 www.norcalcouncil.org type=day
For more info Call: Waheed (408-732-1988)

Sister Habibe Husain will talk on the topic of "Seekers in the Spiritual Path" She will touch upon who is a seeker, what is a spiritual path, why is it important, what is its relevance in Islam, what are the common links of seeker and spirituality with other faiths and other human beings, and other related topics. Sister Habibe Husain, who came to America over 40 years ago from Turkey, is best known for starting Rahima Foundation-a Charitable and Educational Foundation that is helping needy people in our community. She also started several Islamic Schools. She conducts a weekly session for women called "Zikr o Fikr in the Cicle of Love". Sister Habibe has been a seeker in the spiritual path for 25 years, has read extensively, and has met several spiritual masters. She holds a college degree in the field of Pharmacy.


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Dream Generation Benefit for Afghan Children
Sunday 15 July 2007 7:00 p.m.
Park Theatre, 37411 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, California
510-552-9393 | www.dreamgeneration.org

Dream Generation Annual Benefit for Afghan Children - Featuring Haji Kamran, Walid Soroor, Marya Ayar, Kamran Joya, and Toryalai Hashemi on tabla. Join Dream Generation at it's annual Benefit Concert to help children in Afghanistan. All proceeds of the event will go directly to Dream Generation's Child Disability Program, to help provide wheelchairs, medical attention, educational aid, and to help build a sports/recreation facility where disabled children can participate in athletic activities with ease. Event also includes: Fashion Show and Children's Performance. Cost: $35 - $45.

(Thank you Br. Rashid!)


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Kashif Memon on Nationwide Televised Talent Competition
July 17, 2007 (TV) www.youtube.com | www.facebook.com

Nationwide TV Show: America's Got Talent. The Vegas aspect of the show will air on July 10th 2007 on NBC. It could be a two week affair, so Kashif may show up on either 7/10/07 or 7/17/07. Check your local listings for timings. Kashif Memon, the Desi Napoleon Dynamite, got through the first round of America's Got Talent by dancing to a Bollywood number. This group is for his supporters!


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Global Peace Partners & American Muslim Voice presents 1ST ANNUAL PEACE PICNIC
Saturday, July 21st 2007, 11 am- 3:00 PM
Lake Elizabeth, 4000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont CA 94538 (Reserved Picnic Area C. Total capacity 125. Please RSVP)

If We Grill It, Will You Come? To get to know each other a little better, have fun, enjoy BBQ and Pakistani food and to renew our commitment to build harmonious and peaceful community. We will provide Pakistani food, drinks and food to BBQ. Please bring your favorite salad, side dish or desert to share. Activities: storytelling, face painting, games, puzzles, origami folding and music. Donations will be greatly appreciated. We are looking forward to see all of you.

Sponsored by: Global Peace Partners globalpeacepartners.org | American Muslim Voice amuslimvoice.org . Co-sponsors: Code Pink, Fremont Alliance for a Hate Free Community, Multifaith Voices For Peace and Justice. To co-sponsor the picnic: please send us an email at [email protected] .


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Human Development Foundation 4th Annual Silicon Valley Benefit Dinner

Let's give back to Pakistan by helping people to help themselves
Saturday, July 21st, 2007, 6:00 PM (sharp)
Wyndham Hotel, 1350 North First Street, San Jose www.hdf.com
1.866.762.5806 | [email protected]

Keynote Speaker: Hon. Keith Ellison (D-MN) - First Muslim Congressman in US History. Entertainment: Ghazal Program by famous Pakistani singer Alamgir. Tickets: $40 per person, $50 per person after July 15th. Limited Seating ..... Babysitting provided.


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Gilroy Garlic Festival
July 27-28-29, 2007 at 10 am -07 pm. (Gates close at 6 pm). www.norcalcouncil.org type=day
Christmas Hill Park, Gilroy CA. 30 miles south of San Jose off Highway 101

The 29th annual Gilroy Garlic Festival is known as the Ultimate Summer Food. Three days of incredible food, beverages, arts & crafts and live entertainment. There are a lot of things to taste, the music is amazing and everyone has a great time. Be aware - this is at the height of summer in Gilroy. Sunscreen, hats and hydration are the needed items to keep this day one of a lot of fun! Ticket: Adult $12.00, Children (ages 6-12) $6.00 (under 6 free), Seniors (60+) $6.00, Advance tickets available online at gilroygarlicfestival.com in June 2007. Organization or Sponsors: Gilroy Garlic Festival Association, Inc., Contacts (Organizers): For more info: Call: 408.842.1625, e-Mail: [email protected] | www.gilroygarlicfestival.com


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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

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!)


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


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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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Young Muslims Presents Youth Conference 2007 Live Webcast
Online, Friday-Saturday July 6-7, 2007 www.ymsite.com | www.ymsite.com

Can't make it to this year's conference? Live too far from Hartford, CT, USA? No problem! By registering for this Live Webcast, you will have full streaming audio/video access to the following Youth Conference sessions ($5 Fee):
The Sunnah: An Essential for Islamic Belief - Sh. Abdool Rahman Khan | Embracing Sunnah, Earning Success - Dr. Altaf Hussain | The Present Norm - Life in Jahiliyya - Nouman Ali Khan | Under the mentorship of the Prophet: The Unity of the Sahabah - Sh. Yasir Qadhi | The Contemporary Look and Feel of Da?wah - Imam Siraj Wahhaj | Joint Workshop: "Bridging the Generation Gap" - Nouman Ali Khan, Imam Mohammad Majid, Sister Chantel Carnes

(Thank you Zahra!)


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SABA Annual Picnic
July 7, 2007
Lake Elizabeth, Fremont, CA www.norcalcouncil.org type=day


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CAIR-SFBA Annual Family Picnic
Sunday, July 8th
Sunday, July 8 | 11 AM to 4 PM | Baylands Park, Sunnyvale www.myvillage.us | [email protected]

For tickets please contact Sr. Melanie [email protected] . Once more we come together at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. Come together with friends, family, community leaders, and public officials to enjoy a fun filled afternoon! BUY TICKETS: $10 Adults/ $5 Children / $25 Family of 4 (Lunch Included) www.myvillage.us . CONTACT: To volunteer for this event, email Shazia Jafri, Communications Coordinator, [email protected] PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY! - $10 Adults/ $5 Children / $25 Family of 4 (Lunch Included). (No one will be turned away for lack of funds). 2008 ELECTIONS: KNOW THE ISSUES - With the approach of the 2008 Presidential elections, it becomes every citizen's responsibility to be aware of the key issues facing our country, specifically those relevant to American Muslims. This is an opportunity to have family fun while educating yourself by hearing presentation from representatives of the various political parties and their respective candidates on vital gov ernment issues, especially those concerning the protection of minorities, civil liberties (racial profiling, citizenship delays, etc.), diplomacy and foreign policies. Join us for a day of education and enjoyment. INFORMED VOTERS KNOW THE ISSUES! CONTACT: [email protected] , 408-986-9874 ONLINE: www.myvillage.us


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World Affairs Council -The International Responsibility to Protect
When: Monday, July 9; Registration: 11:30am; Program: 12:00pm
Where: World Affairs Council, 2nd Floor Auditorium, 312 Sutter St., San Francisco
Admission Costs: Council members: FREE; Students: $5; Non-members: $15
415-293-4600 | [email protected] | www.itsyourworld.org

The International Responsibility to Protect: What Does the US Expect From Governments and the United Nations? Who: Kristen Silverberg, Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of International Organizations Affairs. Event: At the core of the international principle of ?responsibility to protect? is the assertion that with sovereignty come fundamental responsibilities for which all states must be held accountable, primary among those the responsibility to protect their own populations from atrocities. According to this principle, if states clearly fail to discharge this responsibility, then the community of nations must stand ready to act. Assistant Secretary Silverberg will outline the Bush Administration?s commitment to the principle of responsibility to protect and elaborate on what that means for US expectations for Security Council action and defining the minimum standards for legitimate government. As Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Affairs, she leads the State Department Bureau responsible for pursuing US interests through international organizations in areas including counter-terrorism and peacekeeping; the promotion of democracy and human rights; and humanitarian relief. Ms. Silverberg manages the work of over 300 employees in Washington and at seven US Missions, and oversees US contributions to international organizations totaling over $2.5 billion.

(Thank you Omar!)


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Cafe Scientifique; Energy policy, energy efficiency
Tuesday, July 10, 2007 - 6 - 7:30 p.m.
SRI Menlo Park, Middlefield Road at Ringwood - Dining Room in the International Building

Come to SRI for a conversation with our next Caf? Scientifique speaker: Prof. James L. Sweeney, Stanford University will discuss: Energy policy, energy efficiency. Improvements in economically efficient reductions in energy use positively impact California, the United States and the world in at least three ways: Important environmental benefits, including reduction of greenhouse gas emissions; Security benefits, by reducing the use of oil; Economic benefits, by reducing costs of energy services facing producers, distributors, retailers and consumers. Prof. Sweeney will discuss these three powerful motives for public policy to promote energy efficiency as well as key issues underlying energy efficiency implementation.

(Thank you Omar!)


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BAY AREA HEADLINES


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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