Join us for our upcoming Interfaith Book Club on Saturday, June 14th at 2:00 PM at First Church of Lombard! This month, we’re reading Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murders by Jesse Q. Sutanto — The story centers on Vera Wong, a 60-year-old, sharp-witted Chinese widow who runs a modest teahouse in San Francisco's Chinatown....
It's Back! Calling all robotics adventurers! Join us for an unforgettable event filled with building and competing. Taught by AbdurRehman Syed, an electrical engineer, and a licensed teacher with endorsements in engineering, robotics, math, technology, and STEM. Currently teaching dual-credit courses at one of the best high schools in Illinois! This time, we're offering two...
What’s the Point? ️ Advocacy in a Time of Tribulation Join us for our next Voices in Action session — a powerful conversation on advocacy and civic engagement with our host Wesam Shahed and guest Sh. Kifah Mustapha on Wednesday, June 18th. This is part of a monthly series exploring how we can uplift our...
Dive into a unique discussion about the ocean from an Islamic perspective, learn about its ecological properties, and discover ways to adopt naturalistic habits in the Midwest inspired by coastal societies. This exploration will include insights from experts across different fields of knowledge. Registration is free. Register at meccacenter.org/events
Embark on a fascinating journey through space at Explore the Cosmos: A Journey into the Universe, a special event designed for curious minds of all ages! Led by Elias Shaikh from the Naperville Astronomical Association, this session will uncover our place in the universe—from Earth to the outer reaches of our galaxy. Learn about the...
Join us at The Mecca Center on Sunday, June 29 at 4:30 PM for ConverTsations: The Language of the Heart — a special community discussion exploring the beauty and purpose of prayer in Islam. Hosted by Irene Kapustina and featuring Sh. Tariq Musleh, this event includes a meaningful conversation followed by a practical workshop on...
Step into summer with The Mecca MVMT! ☀️ We're heading out for a hike on Sunday, June 29 from 6–8PM. Open to college students and young professionals—come connect, recharge, and enjoy the outdoors! We’ll hike to a scenic waterfall, where Shaykh Tariq will share meaningful reflections, followed by Maghrib then light snacks and refreshments. Registration...
Unlock the beauty of Quranic reading this summer with our Bidaya Book Intensive Class at The Mecca Quran Institute! Designed for children ages 7–12 who can recognize all Arabic letters, this four-week program will guide students step by step through the fundamentals of reading the Quran. Classes run Monday through Thursday from 10AM–12PM, starting July...
Unlock a summer of profound learning and meaningful connection with The Mecca Center's 'Fundamentals of Faith' Summer Camp! Designed specifically for Middle and High Schoolers (ages 12-17), this enriching program offers a unique opportunity for both boys and girls to build a solid Islamic foundation. From July 7th to July 31st, Monday through Thursday, from...
Come reconnect with Allah and your brothers in a night that lifts the heart and energizes the soul. REGISTRATION REQUIRED, limited spots available. Contact leithjawich@gmail.com with any questions.