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ONGOING AND WAY FUTURE EVENTS www.atifslist.com/?page_id=55


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GENERAL EVENTS


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Robert Crews, "From Holy War to Holy Alliance: Islam and the Russian Empire"
March 1, 7pm
Pigott Hall, 260-113, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA www.stanford.edu


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Islamic Art: Metaphor for the Infinite

Thursday, Mar 01 2007 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community School of Music and Arts at Finn Center, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View, CA, (650) 917-6800
650-917-6800 | www.arts4all.org

Prof. Johanna Domela Movassat, San Jose State University - Unique design features in Islamic art & architecture?whether depicted on large monuments or small, utilitarian objects?reflect the humility of the Muslim artist before the Majesty of the One. Long admired for its beauty, color & intricacy, Islamic art has much to say about the nature of life. A fascinating & timely discussion demonstrating art?s ability to act as a bridge of understanding among cultures. For mature teens and adults. Sponsored by Applied Materials. Price: FREE.


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Unity Halaqa - Sidi Usama Canon
7:00pm, Friday, March 2nd
San Ramon Valley Islamic Center, 2232 B Camino Ramon, San Ramon, CA www.srvic.org

All brothers and sisters welcome. ***FREE Popeye?s Chicken***. Fun activities after talk. Br. Nasar Agboatwala~(925) 831-0866, Br. Abrar Qadir~(925) 548-0717, Sr. Amani Alkowni~(925) 323-9367, Sr. Zahra Murtaza (925) 461-1975.


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Spoken Truths: Words from a Zaatar Diva
Friday, March 2, 2007, 8:00pm - 9:30pm
The Canvas Cafe, 1200 9th and Lincoln Street, San Francisco, CA
415.664.2200 | [email protected]

An Evening of Poetry with Suheir Hammad. Description - A Benefit for the Arab Cultural and Community Center One of the most recognizable Arab-American Poets of our generation, Suheir Hammad has helped infuse new urban art forms with her unique style. She is a feature poet on HBO's critically acclaimed Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry and is an original writer and cast member of its Tony Award-winning Brodway version. This Brooklyn native, born in a Palestinian refugee camp, has appeared on television, radio, stage and page throughout the world. She is the author of ZaatarDiva and her books; Born Palestinian, Born Black and Drops of This Story have received critical acclaim. Her work has been published in numerous periodicals, including The Amsterdam News, Essence, STRESS Hip-Hop Magazine and the Middle East Report. Suheir's poetry has been featured on the BBC World Service and National Public Radio. Also Featuring Local Bay Area Spoken Word Artists & Music by DJ Ahmed March 2, 2007 Spoken word: 8:00pm 9:30pm After Party: 10:00pm-2:00am The Canvas Cafe 1200 9th Ave & Lincoln, San Francisco 94122
Tickets: $10 students $15 general: Spoken Word & After Party $10 students & general: After Party Only (18 & Over) LIMITED SEATING: RSVP Tickets available at ACCC & at Door For more information & to RSVP, call The Arab Cultural & Community Center at (415) 664-2200 or e-mail: [email protected].


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The Media and Consumerism - Annual Interfaith Dialogue
Saturday Night, March 3, 2007 - 7:00PM
New Vision United Methodist Church, 450 Chadbourne Ave, Millbrae, CA 94030

A religious perspective from great religions of the world Islam, Judaism, Hinduism and Christianity. Hear the panel discussion on issues that are fundamental to existence of humanity. Consumerism has become a cult. We are all bombarded with heavy advertising to buy ? buy and buy. How far can the resources of the world endure the assault on its natural life sustaining cycles. Hear from national leaders who have been working tirelessly for peace among religions.

Iftekhar A. Hai - Founder and President of United Muslims of America, Interfaith Alliance dedicated to establishing peace among religions. A Founding Director of United Muslims of America in 1982 umaia.net )

Rabbi Jay Miller - Executive Director, Peninsula Clergy Network, San Mateo/N.Santa Clara Counties, builds knowledge, understanding, working relationships. Works with leaders in government, education, non-profits, business - to enhance community.

Sri Ravi Peruman - Award-winning reporter, Radio KGO AM 810. From the last 10 years ? designated substitute talk-show host on the Sunday morning Religion and Ethics program, also does God Talk.

The Rt. Rev. William E. Swing, Moderator - Retired Episcopal Bishop of California, Founder and President, of United Religions Initiative (URI), Dedicated to eradicating religiously motivated violence and in building Cultures of peace, justice and healing for earth and all living being. URI has over 325 chapters all over the world in over 60 countries ( uri.org )

(Thank you Uncle Iftekhar!)


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Greenbelt Outing - Ultra Uvas Falls Hike
Sun Mar 4, 10 AM-3 PM
Morgan Hill, CA www.greenbelt.org
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: www.greenbelt.org

Satisfy your thirst for waterfalls on this moderate hike in seldom-visited Uvas Canyon Park near Morgan Hill featuring views of fantastic falls, including the awe-inspiring Triple Falls. (M 4 A). Hike will be cancelled in case of rain.


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"Torture, Human Rights and Terrorism"
Wednesday, March 7, 4:00 pm
Booth Auditorium, Boalt Hall School of Law, Berkeley, CA

Speakers: ARYEH NEIER is the President of the Open Society Institute and an Adjunct Professor of Law at New York University. JOSE ZALAQUETT is the president of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights and a Professor of Law and co-director of the Human Rights Center at the University of Chile's Law School. JENNY S. MARTINEZ argued the 2004 case of Rumsfeld v. Padilla (2004) before the U.S. Supreme Court and is an Associate Professor of Law at Stanford University. PHILIP ZIMBARDO is the former President of the American Psychological Association, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Stanford University, and the author of a forthcoming book on Abu Ghraib.


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Sufi Splendour: Poetry in Prayer
March 8th, 2007
Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA issu.stanford.edu | msan.stanford.edu

This special event includes an introduction and recitation by the Sufis of the Jerrahi order coupled with music and whirling demonstration by Sufis of the Mevlevi order scheduled for Thursday, March 9th starting at 7 p.m. Middle Eastern teas, desserts and refreshments provided. **Please note that the location is yet to be officially finalized, and we will be sending an update soon with details. For now, just make sure to put this in your calendar!


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AMILA Gathering:
Global Warming and the Environment: Our Responsibility, Our Response by Sr. Ameena Jandali, ING
Saturday, March 10, 2007, 5:00 PM (time may change +/- 1 hour)
Berkeley, CA
Details & RSVP Via the Evite: tinyurl.com


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Muslim Community Center (MCC) Fundraiser Dinner
Saturday, March 10, 2007, 7:00 PM
Canyon View Dining Hall, 680 Bollinger Canyon Way, San Ramon, CA 94582 | www.canyonviewdining.com mcceastbay.org
Tickets: $25.00/Person will be available during Jumma at ICPD, SRVIC & ICL Centers

Fund Raising Dinner for MCC (Muslim Community Center) which was the original ICPD project in Dublin. Tickets: $25 per person. Children under 5 are free. Please call us for tickets. We can deliver or mail the tickets to you. The evening will feature well known and gifted Islamic speakers. Enjoy good food, great company and the immeasurable pleasure of contributing to the purchase of the land which will become the home of the Muslim Community Center. Uzma Kemal (408) 482-1388
Fahim Shafi (408) 892-3625.


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Have Women?s Leadership Roles Changed in Religion?
March 15, 2007, 7:00 and 9.30pm
Host: Yaseen Foundation (Muslim Community Association of the Peninsula)
621 Masonic Way, Belmont, CA
Please RSVP to [email protected] | www.ing.org | 408-296-7312.

Speakers: Rabbi Karen Citrin (Jewish), Sr. Ameena Jandali (Muslim), Berget Jelane (Buddhist), Rev. Melanie Donahoe (invited/Christian), Dr. Jyoti Lallu (invited/Hindu). A Series of Interfaith Dialogue Circles in San Mateo County. A welcome respite from news of ongoing conflict, ING is proud to present a series of interfaith dialogue circles in San Mateo County to develop and reinforce where they exist inter-religious dialogue based on our common humanity and shared heritage. It is also an opportunity to build bridges based on mutual respect and civic responsibility. Format: Panel of speakers from at least three faith groups, followed by a roundtable discussion among the audience, and between the panelists and the audience. Beverages and finger foods will be provided for the guests.


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Da'wah Indeed - Plant the seeds of Truth and Success
WhyIslam Dawah Conference
March 17, 2007, 3-10 PM
Chandni Restaurant, 5748 Mowry School Road, Newark, CA www.icnabay.us | [email protected] | 408-313-8792

Practical Da'Wah Sessions. Interactive Panel Discussions. Answers to frequently asked questions. Dinner Included. Speakers: Imam Siraj Wahhaj, Imam Zaid Shakir, Shaykh Yasir Fazaga, Shaykh Shabir Ally and Nasheed Singer Dawud Wharnsby. $20/Person, $10/Student, $50/Family.


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RENEWING HOPE: SEEKING GOD, SERVING SOCIETY

MSA National West Zone USA Conference 2007
APRIL 13-15, 2007
Venue: MLK Student Union, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, California
Pre-Registration Costs: w/out Hotel- $45, w/Hotel (Fri night thru Sun morning): $115
berkeley.facebook.com | [email protected]

REGISTER NOW before prices increase! To register, email [email protected] . For info about discounted group rates, also send an email! This conference is a huge undertaking that will insha'Allah be bringing hundreds of students from all 11 states in the West Zone together for a three-day weekend of amazing experiences. Confirmed speakers include Dr. Hatem Bazian, Muhammad Alshareef, and Imam Suhaib Webb, more TBA!!!


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PAST EVENTS SUMMARY


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Debate: Is the Pro Israel lobby a dominant factor in determining US Middle East policy?
7 PM, February 22, 2007
University of San Francisco, McLaren Conference Center, Room 250, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco
Admission $20

Yes: Dr. Hatem Bazian is a senior lecturer in the Departments of Near Eastern and Ethnic Studies, and an adjunct professor of law at Boalt Hall School of Law at the University of California at Berkeley. Jeffrey Blankfort hosts public affairs programs, Connecting the Dots on KPOO in San Francisco and Takes on the World, on KZYX, the public radio station for Mendocino County. Also a long time observer of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the pro-Israel lobby.

No: As`ad AbuKhalil, aka: "The Angry Arab," is a professor of political science at CSU, Stanislaus. Stephen Zunes is a professor of Politics at the University of San Francisco and the Middle East editor for Foreign Policy in Focus."

Moderator: Khalil Bendib is a Berkeley-based political cartoonist and commentator as well as a producer and host of KPFA-94.1 FM radio's weekly show Voices of the Middle East and North Africa.

For advance tickets, mail and make check payable to Global Information Services, 336 Bon Air Center, Suite 441, Greenbrae, CA 94904. Include your email address for your E-Ticket and confirmation. Contact Fred Shepherd at 415-459-8738 or [email protected] . Due to extraordinary interest and limited capacity, advance ticketing is recommended. Sponsors: Global Information Services and Alternate Focus

(Thank you Irfan!)


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Darfur Action Meeting
Friday February 23, 2007, 7 PM
Tresidder Union, Oak East, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA issu.stanford.edu | msan.stanford.edu

Don't know very much about the situation in Darfur? Come learn the facts, history and implications of this conflict! It is imperative that we collectively and aggressively condemn what is happening in Darfur and actively work to help bring an end to the conflict. In order for us to see positive change in Darfur, Muslims must be involved- we must be a part of the coalition pushing for an end to violence. Please come to the informal town-hall to hear specific proposals from the ISSU's Social Justice team on what we Muslims can do now. *** FREE HALAL/ZABIHA MEXICAN FOOD ***


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'Contentment with Divine Decree' - San Ramon Valley Islamic Center (SRVIC) Monthly Family Night
Friday 2/23/07 at 7:30pm at SRVIC. www.srvic.org/ | [email protected]

Our guest speaker will be Ustadh Yahya Rhodus for our next Family Night on Friday, February 23rd at 7:30pm at the San Ramon Valley Islamic Center. Ustadh Yahya Rhodus will be talking about 'Contentment with Divine Decree'. Dinner starts after Isha (7:30pm) followed by the main portion of program. Please bring your entire family and join us.


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?In the Spirit of Khidma? - Zaytuna Institute?s Volunteer Program
Saturday, February 24th, 2007, 10:00 AM ? 2:00 PM
Zaytuna Institute (yurt), 631 Jackson Street, Hayward, CA 94544
Cost: This program is free for all and anyone above the age of 12 is welcome to attend. www.zaytuna.org | [email protected]

While the success of an organization is often attributed to its leadership, much of Zaytuna?s success has been due to the unwavering commitment and contributions of dedicated volunteers. Since its inception, volunteers from every age and background have offered their time, energy, and support in nearly every capacity at Zaytuna. Whether it?s helping pass out fliers for events or landscaping on community day, rain or shine, volunteers have proven vital to the success of the institute. And now, moving into its 11th year in operation, Zaytuna Institute continues to expand and the demand for classes and events also continues to grow making the need for a strong and dedicated team of core volunteers critical now more than ever before. Thus we invite you to join us for this special day where we will talk about the Islamic principles of khidma (service) and tajmeel (beautification), as well as reflect on both the history of volunteerism at Zaytuna and volunteer opportunities in the future. *Tea & lunch will be provided for registered participants only. Please R.S.V.P. no later than Wednesday, February 21, 2007. Registration: by email at [email protected] or call 510.582.1979 SPEAKERS: Sidi Yahya Rhodus: ?The Meaning of Khidma in Islam,? Sr. Khadija O?Connell & Sr. Najla Naisan: ?The Art of Beautification,? Sr. Uzma Husaini & Sr. Sadaf Khan: ?The History of Volunteerism at Zaytuna,? Sr. Lubna Achikzai & Sr. Hosai Mojaddidi: ?Becoming a Zaytuna Volunteer!?


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"The Islamic Exile in Abyssinia"
February 24th, 7:30 PM
Zaytuna Institute, 631 Jackson St., Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 582-1979 | [email protected] | www.zaytuna.org

An evening of two free presentations in recognition of Black History Month.

UNTOLD ETHIOPIA: AN ISLAMIC EXPERIENCE
An exclusive pre-release screening of Abdullah Hakim Quick's Documentary Film. A yet-to-be-released work by noted scholar of African-Islamic studies, Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick, this film looks at the significance of Ethiopia in Islamic and human history, as it follows Dr. Quick on his journey to the country's historical and holy sites.

-- The screening will be followed by --

THE IMPLICATIONS OF THE FIRST HIJRA BY IMAM ZAID SHAKIR
A Special Lecture - An examination of the journey and exile of a group of the very early Muslim community to neighboring Abyssinia. Fleeing oppression in the Arabian Peninsula to settle in the predominantly Christian land of Africa, the group found refuge and support during that critical, nascent period of Islam. The lecture hopes to shed light on the historical narrative of that "first hijra" and its significance and implications for Muslims in the West.


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ISLAM: WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT?
Sunday, February 25th, 5PM
Oak West, Tresidder Student Union, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA issu.stanford.edu | msan.stanford.edu

Speaker: Imam Yasser Birjas. DO LOVE AND ISLAM MIX? COME LEARN ABOUT LOVE AND ITS PLACE IN ISLAM. EVENT + FREE FOOD!!! FREE Iranian Dinner.


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BAY AREA HEADLINES


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BAY AREA RESOURCES & COMMUNITY CALENDARS www.atifslist.com/?page_id=31


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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=5


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THANK YOU FOR READING THIS E-MAIL,
Atif


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