The Mecca Center

Last 10 Nights of Ramadan
2023-04-10 20:00 - 2023-04-20 20:30 (America/Chicago) | IL

Chai Chat Iftar- Growing our Ramadan Mindset
2023-04-06 18:30 - 20:00
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.

Community Night: Ramadan Edition
2023-03-30 18:30 - 20:30
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.

Boys Club - Father & Son Ramadan Iftar
2023-03-28 18:30 - 20:30
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.

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

ConverTsations: Ramadan Reflections
2023-03-26 18:00 - 20:30
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.

The Lives of Our Legends (T)
2023-03-26 17:30 - 2023-04-22 18:30
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.

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

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

Renewing the Spirit of Ramadan
2023-03-18 14:00 - 18:00
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!

Grand Opening of the New Wing
2023-03-15 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Ramadan Story Time
2023-03-14 17:30 - 18:30
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

Chai Chat - Healing our hearts & our homes
2023-03-12 15:00 - 17:00
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.

Shaban - Our Gateway to Ramadan
2023-03-09 19:00 - 20:30
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.

Family Craft by Mecca Connect
2023-03-04 15:00 - 17:00
Join us for a fun evening doing a family craft, decorating sadqa jars. We will be enjoying fresh churros and hot chocolate. Each registration includes one sadaqa jar per family. You may choose to add more jars if you wish to do so. All proceeds will go to the earthquake relief in Syria and Turkiye

Womens Only Beginner & Intermediate Yoga
2023-03-03 09:00 - 10:30
Come join the Wellness Committee for a series of yoga sessions. Register below to reserve your spot-
mohid.co/go/VKPa9zo

Syrian American Medical Society x The Mecca Center
2023-03-03 08:00 - 2023-03-09 17:00
Come be apart of the medical, educational and humanitarian mission in Lebanon.
Please fill out the mandatory Application Form here and submit to medicalmissions@sams-usa.net

If there any questions or concerns please contact:
ghada@meccacenter.org or call 630-241-2000 (x2)
Please note all participants will need to pay final amount for hotel and transportation. The accommodation locations will be arranged.

ConverTsations - Honoring Black History Month
2023-02-26 18:00 - 19:30
A conversation about race and islam, from a converts perspective. Honoring black history month.

Boys Club
2023-02-26 15:00 - 17:45
Welcome to Boy’s Club! 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.

Chai Chat- A series of conversations on mental wellness
2023-02-23 18:30 - 20:00
If you are looking for answers to overcome anxiety in yourself or a family member, join Sheikh Tariq as he facilitates a conversation with local experts, Dr. Sarah Syed and Dr. Fahad Khan of Khalil Center on alleviating anxiety.
When does worry become a problem? How do we help our children develop strategies to manage their anxiety? Please submit your questions when you register for our event.

TTI - Dear Beloved Son - Community Workshop
2023-02-18 13:00 - 18:00
The Mecca Center’s Transformative Tarbiyah Initiative presents, our key speakers Shaykh Yasir Fahmy and Shaykh Tariq Musleh for our community workshop as we discuss “Dear Beloved Son” – Advices of Imam Al Ghazali. Registration is required and childcare is available. We look forward to welcoming our community to this event.

TTI - Al-Isra & Wal Miraj - The night journey
2023-02-17 20:00 - 21:00
Join our special guest for this months Transformative Tarbiyah Initiative community night Shaykh Yasir Fahmy. With Qiyam led by Shaykh Sinan Hafiz as we discuss “Al-Isra & Wal-Miraj” – The night journey. Registration is required and childcare is available. We look forward to welcoming our community to this event.

ConverTsations - Sharing the truth with our non-Muslim family and loved ones
2023-01-29 18:00 - 19:30
A conversation about how we, converts, can effectively share our knowledge about the Straight Path with our family and loved ones.

Optimizing Nutrition for Wellness
2023-01-28 16:00 - 19:00
Join The Mecca Center and special instructor Meera Abuzer, certified nutritionist and consultant for an interactive workshop on how to optimize your nutrition goals for the new year.

Prayer Clinic
2023-01-21 10:00 - 15:00
Prayer plays an integral role in our faith tradition and in our own spirituality. Come and join us as we learn how to perform and perfect the beautiful act of prayer at this comprehensive workshop conducted by Sheikh Hassan Aly. You’ll learn about all aspects of prayer and have the opportunity to practice what you’ve learned during the hands-on demonstration.

TTI - Framework of Faith - Community Workshop
2023-01-15 09:00 - 13:00
The Mecca Center’s Transformative Tarbiyah Initiative presents, our key speakers Shaykh Rahman Murphy and Shaykh Tariq Musleh for our community workshop as we discuss “Framework of Faith” – Discovering Allah through Surah Al-Fatihah. Registration is required and childcare is available. We look forward to welcoming our community to this event.

TTI - Uloom AlQuran - Community Workshop
2023-01-14 12:00 - 17:00
Join Shaykh Rahman Murphy for our community workshop as we discuss “Uloom AlQur’an” – Diving into the Quranic Sciences. Registration is required and childcare is available. We look forward to welcoming our community to this event.

TTI - Navigating the Trials and Tribulations of Life
2023-01-13 20:00 - 21:00
The Mecca Center’s Transformative Tarbiyah Initiative presents “Blessings in Disguise” Community night Qiyam. Join us for community night with Shaykh Hassan Aly, Shaykh Abdel Rahman Murphy, Shaykh Tariq Musleh and Qiyam led by Shaykh Senan Hafez.

Community Humanitarian Trip
2022-12-30 08:00 - 2023-01-07 17:30
The issues of poverty, hunger, and starvation are among the most pervasive and severe issues that face humanity. There is nothing more horrifying than the realization that as we live our happy lives here, millions of our fellow human beings live in hunger and face starvation. Apart of the Humanitarian Relief Initiative we would like to invite our brothers and sisters 18 years and older to participate in a revolutionizing trip to refugee camps in Turkey. This is your chance to go behind the scenes and help deliver aid to families in need. As the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The one who looks after a poor person is like a Mujahid (warrior) who fights for Allah’s Cause, or like him who performs prayers all the night and fasts all the day.” [Sahih Al-Bukhari: Volume 7, Book 64, Number 265].

ConverTsations - New Beginnings - Leaving old habits behind
2022-12-25 18:00 - 19:30
A ConverTsation about transformations that occur in a converts life as they consciously build their new Islamic life and identity and how they deal with challenges that arise along the way.

How do we identify what changes are to be made to align our life with the Quran and Sunnah?
How do we break old habits and transform our behavior into an Islamic one?
How do we communicate our Islamic lifestyle to our non-Muslim family members and to the world at large?

Join Irene Kapustina (Mecca Convert Engagement Group) and Michael Swies (Ta’leef Collective) for this important discussion on Sunday, December 25th, 6-7:30pm at the Mecca Center!
