Shaban - Our Gateway to Ramadan
2023-03-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | IL
Join The Mecca Center for a Ramadan special community night! We are excited to welcome our guest, Shaykh Nasser Hussain as we discuss “Shaban” – Our Gateway to Ramadan. Registration is required and childcare is available. We look forward to welcoming our community to this event.

Chai Chat - Healing our hearts & our homes
2023-03-12 15:00 - 17:00 | IL
Healing our Hearts & Homes
As Ramadan approaches, let’s take stock of our hearts and homes.
How can we prepare ourselves and our families mentally and spiritually for this blessed month? Join us as Dr. Hooman Keshavarzi, Dr. Rukhsana lqbal, and Sh. Tariq Musleh focus on how busy families can make the most of Ramadan and have it truly be a season of healing and transformation.

Ramadan Story Time
2023-03-14 17:30 - 18:30 | IL
Families with children under 10, we have an exciting program for you! Come join for a Ramadan story time with Mecca Connect. We will be sharing the special story of Ramadan and how we should gear ourselves and loved ones to welcome this special guest! Cupcakes and pizza will be served.
Please note this is not a drop-off event and family members will need to be present during the whole event with their accompanied children.
Would you like to contribute to The Mecca Center to support more programs like this?
Support our efforts: meccacenter.org/donate

Grand Opening of the New Wing
2023-03-15 18:00 - 19:00 | IL
Join The Mecca Center for the grand opening of the new wing! We are honored to accompany this journey with our fellow brother and sisters! Join us March 15 as we embark on this honorary journey.

Renewing the Spirit of Ramadan
2023-03-18 14:00 - 18:00 | IL
Come join a Ramadan special program with Dr.Faiza Kalam, Sheikh Tariq Musleh and Sheikh Hassan Aly.
We will be discussing a variety of topics including the Fiqhs of fasting, productive habits for Ramadan and the principles of intermittent fasting.
This program is free of charge and can accommodate childcare for children aged 3-10 for a nominal charge. Reserve your spot now! This is not a program you want to miss!

Reviving Our Ramadan: Part Two
2023-03-26 15:00 - 18:00 | IL
Join The Mecca Center and Islamic Center of Naperville for part two of Reviving our Ramadan- Reviving the Fiqh of Ramadan.

Four Key of Happiness (W)
2023-03-26 16:30 - 2023-04-22 17:00 | IL
Join Shaykh Hassan for a weekly lecture before Asr for the month of Ramadan on the “four keys of happiness”.

The Lives of Our Legends (T)
2023-03-26 17:30 - 2023-04-22 18:30 | IL
Join Shaykh Tariq for a weekly lecture on Tuesday’s before Magrib for the month of Ramadan on a series exploring the lives of our Imams.

ConverTsations: Ramadan Reflections
2023-03-26 18:00 - 20:30 | IL
Bring an entree dish and share your story and food with us!

How did our first Ramadan look like?
What are our Ramadan struggles and how do we overcome them?
What blessings did Ramadan bring to our life that we didn’t have before (we accepted Islam)?
What are our Ramadan rituals that we cherish and look forward to?

Join us in our reflection on Ramadan individually and as a community and share Iftar with us!

NOTE: ConverTsations are always open to everyone – converts and heritage (born) Muslims, and those interested in Islam. Join us for this important conversation about how to approach the delicate and nuanced process of introducing Islam to our non-Muslim friends and family in an effective way.

Jewels from the Sunnah (M-TH)
2023-03-27 20:00 - 2023-04-22 20:30 | IL
Join Shaykh Hassan for a daily lecture before Isha for the month of Ramadan on “Jewels from the Sunnah”.

Boys Club - Father & Son Ramadan Iftar
2023-03-28 18:30 - 20:30 | IL
Welcome to Boy’s Club Ramadan edition! The form MUST be complete to reserve your spot. We have a long wait list, so please do not delay. Boy’s club hopes to meet once a month at MECCA.

Community Night: Ramadan Edition
2023-03-30 18:30 - 20:30 | IL
Join The Mecca Center for our Ramadan Edition, community night! Our special and respected guests for the evening include Shaykh Ubaydullah Evans and Shaykh Sinan Hafez. Come be part of this blessed community night and Iftar.

Chai Chat Iftar- Growing our Ramadan Mindset
2023-04-06 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
As we check in mid-Ramadan, has the journey so far been one of rejuvenation or overcoming guilt? Are you feeling blessed or burdened?
Join us for a casual conversation with Sh Tariq and Dr. Samar Harfi, as they discuss how to reenergize, keep the momentum going, and live our life in the lens of knowing and loving Allah. Come for the conversation, stay for a nutritious iftar, and leave with a nourishment of the body, mind, and soul.

Last 10 Nights of Ramadan
2023-04-10 20:00 - 2023-04-20 20:30 | IL

Community Night II: Ramadan Edition
2023-04-13 18:30 - 20:30 | IL
Join The Mecca Center for our second Ramadan Edition, community night! Our special and respected guests for the evening include Shaykh Noman Hussain and Shaykh Hassan Aly. Come be part of this blessed community night and Iftar.

Community Iftar
2023-04-18 18:30 - 20:30 | IL
Join The Mecca Center for a concluding Iftar this Tuesday, April 18!

Eid Prayer 2023
2023-04-21 07:00 - 12:00 | IL
ONE VEHICLE PER REGISTRATION
Come join The Mecca Center, Friday April 21, 2023. There will be 3 salat times offered. Please note it is important to list total amount of family members and vehicles that will be coming during each salat time for The Mecca Center to make proper accommodations. Muhsen special needs accommodations will be provided for second prayer only – please fill out the form here.
We strongly encourage you to car pool. If an additional vehicle is needed please register again.
First Prayer: 7:00 am
Second Prayer: 9:00 am
Third Prayer: 11:00 am
Zakat Al-Fitr is $15 per person

Eid Fest
2023-04-23 12:00 - 16:00 | IL
Come celebrate Eid at The Mecca Center! An action packed day with pony rides, exciting shows, delicious food and so much more! As part of our Eid Fest, come check out the Mecca Connect Eid Souk in the gym, where we will feature a variety of artisan crafts and home decor for you to enjoy. Join us for a fun-filled day with the whole family!

Eid Souk 2023
2023-04-23 12:00 - 16:00 | IL
As part of our Eid Fest, come check out the Mecca Connect Eid Souk in the gym, where we will feature a variety of artisan crafts and home decor for you to enjoy. Join us for a fun-filled day with the whole family!

2nd Annual Convert Conference
2023-04-28 18:30 - 2023-04-30 20:00 | IL
We are excited to invite you to the upcoming Second Annual Converts’ Conference hosted by the Convert Engagement Group at the Mecca Center that will take place on April 28-30th!
The topic of this year’s conference is “Brick by Brick: Building a Strong Community of Believers.”

Join the conference lectures by renowned speakers and scholars, attend community reflections and interactive workshops, meet like minded community members and explore what a strong Muslim community looks like and the strategies to build one!

Friday, April 28th
6:30-8pm: Community Night featuring Anse Dr. Tamara Gray: Paving the path to strengthening the Ummah: how and where do we start?

Saturday, April 29th
1:30-2:00 pm: Registration
2:00-3:45pm: Understanding our Strengths and Discovering Our Potential
Mike Swies: Importance of looking within: what does our community’s human potential look like?
Hazel Gomez: Cultivating community strengths: uplifting strategies, diversifying skills, and capitalizing on our talents.
4:00-5:45pm: Working Across Differences
Donna Neil-Demir: Working across differences: what divides our community today and how to proactively overcome these divisions.
6:15-8pm: Building a Community of Our Dreams
Suhaib Webb: Building a dream community brick by brick: where do we want to arrive and how do we get there?
Panel with conference speakers: Discussion around concrete, practical steps that lead to strengthening our community.
8:00-9:00pm: Dinner

Sunday, April 30th:
6-7:30pm: ConverTsations: Conference Takeaways

The Mecca Center
16W560 91st St, Willowbrook, IL 60527

Speakers:
Sheikh Hassan Aly
Tamara Gray
Hazel Gomez
Donna Demir
Mike Swies
Suhaib Webb

2023 Quran Competition Celebration
2023-05-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States

The Quran- A Portal to the Prophets
2023-05-19 12:30 - 2023-05-21 13:00 | IL
Come join The Mecca Center and Miftaah Institute for a weekend with our respected guest Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed and The Mecca Center’s honorable Shaykh Tariq Musleh. Please review schedule below- registration is required for community night, study of Surah Yusuf & Brunch and book study (registration for Saturday’s Surah Yusuf study is on miftaah.org/seminar).
Friday May 19:

Jummuah Khutbah: 1-2:30 pm
Friday Night Live: 6:30pm
Community Night Qiyam: 8pm

Saturday May 20:

A study of Surah Yusuf: 4-8pm (register miftaah.org/seminar for surah Yusuf workshop)
Recharge: 8-10pm

Sunday May 21:

Brunch & book study: 9am-1pm

Annual Graduation Ceremony
2023-05-20 14:00 - 16:00 | IL
Come celebrate The Mecca Center’s highschool and college graduates!

Miftaah Seminar: From the Dream to the Throne: An Analysis of Surah Yusuf!
2023-05-20 16:00 - 20:00 | IL
The story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) is presented in the Qur’an as an exemplary model of exhibiting endurance through difficulties, accepting Divine decree and continuing to persevere in the way of Allah (SWT). Surah Yusuf teaches us that the resolve of Dunya is pain and the essence of faith is the belief that our agony serves a purpose, that we will ultimately reap its benefits in the Akhira.
From the Dream to the Throne will present an emotional analysis on the life of Prophet Yusuf (AS) as he drifts through chapters in his life marked with greed, lies and betrayal and, through the eloquence of the Qur’an, will extract lessons that are potent to the life we live today.

1st Annual Mecca Golf Outing
2023-05-21 07:00 - 15:00 | IL
The Mecca Center is proud to offer it’s First Annual Golf Outing!
Please note golfers must be registered and paid for by May 14th. Please register spots are filling up fast.
Trophies awarded for Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, Longest Putt and Team score. Tickets include BBQ Halal Lunch.
There are sponsorship packages available for individuals and businesses with different levels of perks.
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Location: Hilton Oak Brook Hills Willow Crest Golf Club 3500 Midwest Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523
Agenda:
7:00 AM Registration starts (Assorted breakfast breads will be provided.)
8:00 AM Shotgun Start
1:00 PM- 3:00PM Continental Buffet followed by Zuhr Prayer

ConverTsations: Culture Clashes
2023-05-28 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Come join The Mecca Center Convert Engagement Group as we discuss Culture Clashes and Identities after Shahadah. A discussion regarding which parts of our identity and culture we decide to keep close.

Parents Night Out
2023-06-02 18:00 - 21:00 | IL
Come join at The Mecca Center for a Parents Night Out. This is an amazing opportunity for couples to re-connect and light the spark. Drop off your little ones and sit in on an intellectual session with Shaykh Hassan & Shaykh Tariq as they discuss conversations in making the marriage work. End the night with re-kindling and quality time with your significant other over dinner! Registration is required for this event.

Engaging Families of Children with Disabilities
2023-06-09 17:30 - 18:30 | IL
Join us to support parents/caregivers of children with disabilities or challenges. Help them access services and resources.

Mecca Summer Night
2023-06-09 19:00 - 22:00 | IL
You and your loved ones are invited to attend a gathering of faith and fun “Mecca Summer Night”. Come with your entire family and enjoy delicious food, sit in on bonfires and don’t forget the s’mores- while listening in to intellectual stories for the kids and Nasheed. Our summer night event will also highlight the opportunity to have open Q&A with our Mashayikh. Registration is required!

Dutifulness to Parents
2023-06-10 13:00 - 15:30 | IL
The Mecca Center Transformative Tarbiyah Initiative presents a Mecca MVMT special edition for our Recharge and FNL families. This luncheon and learning circle will highlight the reading and reflections on the duties and obligations to our parents. Join our special guest Shaykh Jamaal Diwan along with respected Shaykh Tariq Musleh. Come join and be part of a great gathering of faith, friends, chill vibes and solid food.
