Fwd: [islamic_events] UK Islamic Events & Notices: Week Beginning Friday 25th February 2005

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Subject: [islamic_events] UK Islamic Events & Notices: Week Beginning Friday 25th February 2005
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In the Name of Allāh, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate
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16 Muharram 1426 / 25 February 2005
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Assalāmu 'alaykum wa rahmatullāhi wa barakātuhu
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CONTENTS

- Forthcoming Events in Brief
- New General Notices
- Recent General Notices
- TV and Radio Programmes
- Forthcoming Events in Detail
- Long Term Courses, Trips and Exhibitions
- Jobs (Paid and Voluntary)
- Accommodation

**********************FORTHCOMING EVENTS IN BRIEF**********************

. A TRIBUTE TO OUR BROTHER MALCOLM X: Bethnal Green, E London, 25 Feb
. UZBEKISTAN - THE AMBASSADOR SPEAKS OUT: C London, 25 February
. ISLAM AND THE MODERN WORLD: Euston, C London, 25 February
. FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT FOR TSUNAMI VICTIMS: Banbury, Oxon, 26 February
. WHERE IS YOUR CHILD LEARNING ABOUT SEX?: E London, 25 February
. USING THE INTELLECT TO REASON: Edmonton, N London, 26 February
. COMPASSION - AN ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE: Foleshill, Coventry, 26 February
. 24 HOUR DEEN INTENSIVE: Easton, Bristol, 26-27 February
. MADHHABS & DIFFERENCES - MERCY OR MENACE (Part 2): E London, 27 Feb
. ABU BAKR - THE PROPHET'S CLOSEST COMPANION: Camberley, Surrey, 27 Feb
. NEEDS OF OUR SCHOOLS: Stoke Newington, N London, 27 February
. ISLAM'S ATTITUDE TOWARDS EDUCATION: Reading, Berkshire, 27 February
. IMAAM HUSSAIN - THE ULTIMATE MARTYRDOM: Luton, Bedfordshire, 27 Feb
. WAR ON IRAQ - MEDIA UNDER CONTROL: Manor Park, E London, 27 February
. RECEPTION OF THE ISLAMIC NEW YEAR: Nelson, Lancashire, 27 February
. THE SIGNIFICANCE OF KARBALA: Forest Gate, E London, 27 February
. DEMONSTRATION AT BOW STREET MAGISTRATES COURT: WC London, 2 March
. EMPLOYMENT EQUALITY SEMINAR: Cathays, Cardiff, 2 March
. NEW ANTI-TERROR LAWS - TAKING LIBERTIES: Westminster, C London, 2 Mar
. IS THERE NEED FOR A COMPREHENSIVE ISLAMIC SYSTEM?: C London, 3 March
. ARE WE REALLY LEARNING?: South Kensington, C London, 5 March
. RULES & ETIQUETTES OF MARRIAGE: City Centre, Liverpool, 5 March
. ISLAMIC WILLS SEMINAR: Whalley Range, Manchester, 5 March
. CONCERT OF ISLAMIC NASHEEDS: Edinburgh, Midlothian, 5 March
. INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC FINANCE & ECONOMICS: WC London, 5 March
. THE ROLE OF THE QURAN IN OUR LIVES: Oldham, Lancashire, 5 March
. HELPING HOMELESS MUSLIM YOUTHS ON THE STREETS: E London, 6 March
. THE PLACE OF THE QURAN IN A MUSLIM'S LIFE: Leicestershire, 6 March
. IRAQ AND TSUNAMI DAY: Attercliffe, Sheffield, 6 March
. JESUS (pbuh) - A PROPHET OF ISLAM: City Centre, Liverpool, 8 March
. TAMERLANE'S ART: Piccadilly, C London, 11 March
. SUFISM AND THEOLOGY CONFERENCE: Dowanhill, Glasgow, 11-12 March
. MUSLIM SCOUT LEADER COURSES: Rugeley, Staffordshire, 11-13 March
. THE CHARACTER OF THE PROPHET (saw): Aldwych, WC London, 12 March
. TAQLID, MADHHABS AND MUSLIM UNITY: Bloomsbury, WC London, 12 March
. PLANTING TREES AT WILLOWBROOK ORGANIC FARM: Oxfordshire, 12 March
. INVESTOR FORUM: North Kensington, W London, 12 March
. AL-GHAZALI - THE ALCHEMIST OF HAPPINESS: Glasgow, 13 March
. INTENSIVE QURAN READING CAMP: Rusholme, Manchester, 20 March

*************************NEW GENERAL NOTICES***************************

LOOKING FOR QURAN & ISLAMIC LITERATURE IN PUNJABI & HINDI

I am looking for the Quran and Islamic literature/audio in Punjabi
and Hindi, especially Islamic references to scientific aspects, the
Day of Judgement, and signs in the Quran and Hadiths. If anybody
knows of where I could get hold of these, I would really appreciate
it if you could e-mail me on ambin...@hotmail.com

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WEEKLY YOUTH CIRCLE (Rusholme, Manchester)

For boys from 11 years to adult.

Time: Every Friday, 8.00pm - 9.30pm
Venue: Jamia Al Karimia (1st Floor), 200 Platt Lane, Rusholme,
Manchester, M14 7DE

Topical issues discussed each week. Moving to become practical,
knowledgeable, and better Muslims. Ever wondered what Islam says
abouts TV, music, friends, etc. Trips, sports, videos, guest
speakers, it all happens here – every Friday insha'Allah.
Organised by Markaz Darul Ehsan Manchester.

For further information please contact Br Saeed:
E-mail: saeedm...@yahoo.com
Tel: 07904 438 688

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ELYF WALTHAM FOREST DISCUSSION FORUM (E London)

Being young, single and Muslim aint easy! Of course, we all know what
Islam has to say about free mixing, but what are you supposed to do,
sit at home while everyone else has all the fun? And what are the
alternatives - marriage? Sure, as soon as your 30 with a steady job
and a mortgage, if your parents have their way. Who can wait that
long? Need some answers?

ELYF's new discussion forum for Muslim youth kicks off with a series
of events on relationships, women, marriage and how to deal with
being young, single and Muslim.

Time: Sunday, 6pm
Venue: Desert Rose Cafe, Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17
(Located at the junction of Bakers Arms)

For more information contact:
E-mail: fawzi.j...@elyf.org.uk
Tel: 07904 951 911
Website: WWW.elyf.org.uk

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WEEKLY ISLAMIC ACTIVITIES FOR BROTHERS & SISTERS (Coppice, Oldham)

Venue: Sunni Muslim Youth Library, 37 St Thomas Street North,
Coppice, Oldham, OL8

* For Sisters
Time: Sundays, 11am - 12pm (Islamic Class)

* For Brothers
Time 1: Sundays, 6pm (after Maghrib Salah) - Study Circle
Time 2: Wednesdays, 8pm (after Isha Salah) - Weekly Discussion

Brother and sisters of all ages welcome.

For further information contact Mohammed: mohamme...@hotmail.com
or visit: http://www.islam4everyone.org.uk/classes.html

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SALAM LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE NOW AVAILABLE

Salam Magazine is the newest and freshest Islamic lifestyle magazine
on the market. It is loaded with something for everyone including
articles on travel, family life, book reviews, Islamic culture,
health, travel, a problem page, kids section, an opportunity to
'ask the experts' and much more. Now available in Islamic bookshops.

www.salammagazine.com

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ARABIC TEACHER SOUGHT FOR MEMORISATION OF QUR'AN

I am a 25 year old qualified doctor looking for a female Arabic
teacher. My aim is to become a Hafiz of the Quran before I am
29. I am looking for a private experienced teacher. I am based
in South London, so would ideally like someone who is local.
If you think you can be my teacher, or know someone who can,
then please do get in touch at ferdousi_...@yahoo.co.uk

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SEEKING SISTERS TO TAKE PART IN AN ENTERTAINING EVENT

We are thinking about putting on an entertaining event, based around
the theme of 'The Beautiful Hijab'. The aim would be to give sisters
confidence and modest pride about Hijab at a time when it is under
attack; and to raise awareness of the difficulties faced by those
less fortunate than ourselves. The event will include a talk and
discussion, a 'live' exhibition demonstrating the different styles
of hijab worn around the world, a 'Most Beautiful Hijab Contest',
quiz, drama and dinner.

If this sounds interesting and you think you could contribute to
making this event a success, please get in touch. As part of the
event, we are also planning to hold an 'auction' in which we will
be giving participants the opportunity to 'gunge' three or four
volunteers. We are therefore looking for confident and popular
sisters with a good sense of humour, who would be willing to
volunteer. You should be prepared to take part in full jilbab /
abaya and hijab. We are also interested in hearing from anyone
with talents such as writing, poetry, drama, dress making,
cookery and so on. We would like this to be a fun event, so
kill-joys need not apply.

The event will be for sisters only and is scheduled to take
place in London in the spring, insha Allah. To get involved,
send an email to: happ...@ntlworld.com

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LOOKING FOR AN ENGLISH TEACHER

I am looking for a brother who can teach GCSE English in East London.
The teacher has to be male and the position will be a paid one. Please
e-mail hassan...@gmail.com if you feel that your capable or know
of anyone who would be suitable.

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GCSE & A LEVEL ISLAMIC STUDIES BOOKS WANTED

Alhamdulillah, despite my challenging circumstances and ill health,
I have decided to pursue Islamic studies as a twin aid to both
cultivate my Imaan and manage my illness. My aim is upon qualification
to disseminate Islamic knowledge so others too can grow spiritually,
inshaAllah. If anyone wants to sell or give away any Islamic textbooks
suitable for GCSE, A Level or degree level Islamic study then please
contact me as I it would help me enormously. Please email Sr Aisha on
moonl...@btinternet.com

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BROTHER LOOKING FOR TAJWEED CLASSES (London)

Would any of you know of any Tajweed classes taking place in the
London area? Preferably on weekends. Please contact Saddaf on
saddaf...@accenture.com if you have any information.

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VOLUNTEERS FOR WOMEN'S AWARENESS WEEK (Birmingham)

Following on from the success of last year, Birmingham is hoping to
organise another Women’s Awareness Week (WAW) in April of this year.
The week will include:

* A seminar offering workshops which aim to address domestic violence,
disability, mental health, obesity and drug abuse
* A health fair consisting of health related stalls and practical
workshops
* An inter-faith event, looking at religious viewpoints on why and
how we should help those less fortunate than ourselves, placing
particular emphasis on ‘gender’ roles
* Mosque open days for females
* A political debate on current women’s issues with candidates from
all parties running for the national elections put to the test
* A conference exploring ways in which public institutions and
organisations can facilitate a greater participation of Muslim
women within wider society.

If you would like to enrich the week's events with your knowledge
and experiences, and be part of this revolutionary work in any
way, please contact Shaista Chishty on the details below by
Saturday 5th March.

This invitation is open to those who live outside of Birmingham
and brothers as well.

E-mail: shaista...@hotmail.com
Tel: 07971 010 374

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Muslim Youth Network Presents:

2 DAYZ OF STREET LIFE - THE HOMELESS EXPERIENCE

The 2 Dayz of Street Life Homeless Experience has been designed
to give participants an exposure to the real nature of the
conditions, potential risks and hazards that are experienced
by homeless people.

On Friday 11th March 2005 a group of 6 young people will leave
their homes to take part in the homelessness experience; the
next two days for them will be an experience they will never
forget. They will be sleeping rough on the streets with only
£3 each to feed themselves over the two days; they will be
giving up the things they take for granted to gain an insight
into what it means to be homeless.

If you want to be part of this eye-opening, life-changing
programme complete the an application form and return it to
us by Friday 25th February 2005. If after reading through the
application pack you require further information, please feel
free to contact us in the office on 0870 774 3518 or email us
on camp...@muslimyouth.net

Muslimyouth.net is Britain's first guidance and support channel
for Muslim youth.

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TAJWEED & ISLAMIC CLASSES FOR ADULTS (Hackney, E London)

Time: Fridays, 7.15 pm - 9.15 pm
Venue: Unit S8, Maun House, 21-31 Shacklewell Lane, London, E8 2DA

Intensive classes for adults at all levels from all backgrounds.

For more information please contact:
Tel: 020 8510 9428
E-mail: in...@al-hudaa.org
Website: http://www.al-hudaa.org

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LEARN TO READ QURAN AND ARABIC LANGUAGE (Ilford, Essex)

Time: Every Wednesday and Friday, 8.00 pm (after Esha salat)
Venue: Dawatul Islam Masjid, 113 Thorold Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1

Weekly classes for brothers of all ages conducted by a qualified
teacher.

For more information please contact Br Abid:
Tel: 020 8554 8586
E-mail: hafe...@hotmail.com

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WEEKLY CIRCLES ON LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS (Whitechapel, E London)

Time: Tuesdays, 6:30pm
Venue: Jagonari Centre, 183-185 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1DW

All brothers and sisters welcome to attend. Bring your friends,
colleagues and family along as well. Located only 5 minutes away
from Whitechapel tube station.

For more information please e-mail: the_whitech...@yahoo.co.uk

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NURSERY TO OPEN IN EDMONTON (N London)

We are insha'Allah opening a nursery in Edmonton, North London, near
the A406 (North Circular Road). Initially the nursery will run 2.5
hours per day, Mon-Fri mornings. As we get Ofsted registered we will
increase the hours. To register your interest please e-mail us with
your child's name, date of birth, address and telephone number to
little...@gmail.com. We are also looking for funding for initial
start-up costs and lease of premises for one year.

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QURANIC ARABIC TEACHER SOUGHT (E London)

Does anyone know of a Quranic Arabic language teacher who would be
willing to do home tuition in the East London area? Tuition needed
for an 11 year old boy and/or possibly older sister. If so, please
email Farah on f_...@yahoo.co.uk

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WEEKLY ISLAMIC EVENTS FOR BROTHERS (Fenham, Newcastle upon Tyne)

Time: Sundays, 8pm
Venue: Madina Masjid, 4-36 Wingrove Gardens, Fenham, Newcastle upon
Tyne, NE4 9HS

Activities include: Basic Fiqh, Tajweed, Islamic Q & A and more.
Sessions are to conducted by Mufti Abdul Muheet, a Graduate of
Darul Uloom, Bury.

For more information please contact:
Tel: 07788 137 444
Email: mowy...@yahoo.co.uk

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NEW COURSES AT AL-TAWHID COLLEGE (Leyton, E London)

Time: Various Days (see below for details)
Venue: Masjid al-Tawhid, 80 High Road, Leyton, London, E15 2BP

Al-Tawhid College will be running a number of short courses. These
will be focused on key subjects to provide a strong foundation in
Islam. If you want to study in a structured way alongside dedicated
students and experienced teachers then please reserve your place.
The following courses will be starting soon insha'Allah:

* Tajwid (for sisters only) - Umm Abi Bakr - Tuesdays, 6pm
* Basic Arabic and Tajwid - Qari 'Ubaidullah, Tuesdays, 6.30pm
* Arabic (Madina Level 1) - Nisar Bhatti - Tuesdays, 7pm
* Fiqh (Salat & Zakat) - Abu Talha - Thursdays, 7pm
* Basics of Islam - Kashif Nazir - Saturdays, 11am
* Spirituality (The Exquisite Pearl) - Abu 'Aaliyah - Saturdays, 5pm
* Hadith (40 Nawawi) - Abu Taher Choudhry - Sundays, 6.30pm
* Hifz & Tajwid (Tuhfat al-Atfal) - Usama Hasan - Sundays, 10.30am
* Arabic Grammar (Madina Level 2) - Usama Hasan - Sundays, 11.30am
* Basic Arabic and Tajwid - Qari 'Ubaidullah - Sundays, 1pm

- All classes are for brothers and sisters unless stated otherwise
- Kitab al-Asasi will be used for the Basic Arabic classes

To register and reserve a place please email your name, telephone
number and chosen course to the address below.

For more information contact:
Tel: 07958 736 248 / 020 8257 2181
E-mail: in...@masjidtawhid.com
Website: www.masjidtawhid.com

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AZHAR ACADEMY YOUTH SUPPORT PROGRAMME (Forest Gate, E London)

Azhar Academy has organised a Youth Support Programme for all
young brothers studying in schools and colleges. This initiative
is organised to support the Muslim youth in their studies,
particularly for students preparing for GCSE and A-Levels exams.

Time: Every Monday, 7.30pm – 9.00pm (After Esha Salat)
Venue: Azhar Academy, 235a Romford Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 9HL

So if you are working on coursework or assignments and need help
then attend this Azhar Youth Support Programme to receive help
from experienced tutors. There may be huge demand so we strongly
recommend that you register as soon as possible.

We also request professional brothers who are able to assist in
teaching to come forward and participate in this programme. The
initiative is supported by Newham Youth Link.

For more information contact:
Tel: 020 8534 5959
E-mail: con...@azharacademy.org
Website: www.azharacademy.org

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IMPAK PILOT SUMMER PROGRAMME 2005

Impak invites you to work in and experience Pakistan this summer.
This year marks the launch of the Impak Pilot Summer Programme, an
intense 9-week experience where participants work with a selection
of dynamic organisations in the development sector, and at the same
time experience Pakistan through interactive evening workshops and
scenic group retreats. Participation is open to all individuals who
are 20 years or older and citizens or permanent residents of the
US, UK or Canada. Applications are due by 23rd March 2005.

To apply or for more information please contact Mustafa Hadi:
E-mail: mus...@impak.org
Website: www.impak.org

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TROUBLING TIMES, CALMING ACTIONS: WEEKLY CIRCLES (Manor Park, E London)

by Brother Abu Muntasir*

Time: Every Sunday, 6.30 pm
Venue: Dawah Centre, 398 High St North, Manor Park, London, E12 6AQ

A new series of weekly lectures on the fundamentals and essentials
of Islam. Come and enrich this circle of knowledge and good manners
with your kind participation together with family and friends. Both
brothers and sisters. Let the Sunnah speak in our lives.

* Abu Muntasir has been involved in da'wah in the UK for over
20 years and has extensive experience in both teaching and
Muslim social affairs. By the Grace of Allah he has successfully
balanced professional and da'wah activities as a renowned dynamic
and caring speaker in fluent English.

For further details please call 07956 954 644.

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MUSLIM MALE SWIMMING GROUP (Norton, Sheffield)

Time: Sundays, 3.00pm - 4.00pm
Venue: Graves Leisure Centre, Bochum Parkway, Sheffield, S8 8JR
(Located next to Norton College)

Male only swimming group with professional instructors. The group
meets every Sunday for the next 20 weeks.

Dress Code: Shorts/Bottoms should strictly cover between the navel
and the knees. T-shirt/Vest is optional.

There are no private cubicles for changing therefore please ensure
you bring a large towel/sheet/sarong for changing.

Price: Adults: £2.00 / Children (male only): £1.00

Beginners welcome. Those strictly interested in acquiring valuable
swimming skills should attend. The pool is not a leisure/play pool
and misbehaviour will not be tolerated as we do not wish to lose
this valuable resource for the Muslim Community.

For further details please contact:
E-mail: shabi...@hotmail.com
Tel: 07891 879 162

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ARTICLE ON THE ISLAMIC CALENDAR

The whole world seems to know about the about Chinese New Year but
how many non-Muslims, or Muslims for that matter, are aware of the
Islamic New Year and its significance in terms of the Hijrah?

Refer to the following link for an excellent article entitled
'Islamic Calendar: Identity of the Ummah':

www.islamonline.net/English/NewHijriYear/LunarCalendar/1426/01.shtml

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CHARITY SHOP REQUIRES HOUSEHOLD GOODS & HELPERS (Walthamstow, E London)

Ummah Welfare Trust is planning to open a shop on Queens Road in
Walthamstow, insha'Allah. The shop will sell a variety of goods
including clothing, books and other Islamic items. The shop will
run on a 100% voluntary basis and all donations will go to those
in dire need.

We require donations of good, clean condition household goods such
as a fridge and cooker. There is also quite a lot of decorating work
that needs to be done before the shop can be opened. We were hoping
to open the shop soon but we urgently require volunteers to help
with the remaining DIY and refurbishment work. We had advertised
for help some time in December, but sadly nothing came of it. The
reward for true goodness is only with Allah. If any brothers can
spare just a few hours of their busy schedules, please contact
Br Saleem:

Tel: 07973 167 822
E-mail: ref...@jannah.net
Website: www.uwt.org

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SHARIAH TV RETURNS TO CHANNEL 4

We are now looking for audience members to take part in a new series
of Shariah TV, one of the only programmes on mainstream TV that's for
the Muslim community. If you want our panel of scholars (including
Shaikh Abdul Hakim Murad) to give you an interpretation of Shariah
Law regarding a dilemma you're facing as a Muslim living in Britain,
or you would like to get involved in the discussion - we want to
hear from you. There's a raft of topics including: relationships,
modern technology, medical ethics, education, Islamic leadership,
politics, Islamic art and culture, media representation of Islam,
and many more.

You need to be a Muslim living in Britain (practising or non
practising), aged 17-35 years. We will be recording over the
weekends of 12th and 13th March and 19th and 20th March, in
our North London studios.

We are making some changes in the second series so there will be
more opportunities to explore subjects in depth. For more details,
please send your name and contact details to shari...@ctvc.co.uk
or call us on 020 8950 4426.

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MAINSTREAM TV & RADIO PROGRAMMES THAT MAY BE OF INTEREST TO MUSLIMS

Presented courtesy of Islamic Affairs Central Network (IACN).

1) The New 10 Commandments

Date: Saturday 26th February
Time: 19:00 - 21:00
Channel: Channel 4

Jon Snow presents the results of a national survey into British
attitudes to the Ten Commandments. Regional and demographic
differences are explored, and major figures from British cultural
and religious life, including Tony Benn and Rabbi Lionel Blue,
offer their perspectives.

2) One Shot

Date: Sunday 27th February
Time: 20:05 - 21:00
Channel: RTE 2

Documentary looking into the work and the minds of the snipers
who carry out assassinations on behalf of the Israeli army.
Includes interviews with serving members of this killer elite
and nocturnal footage of a sniper patrol moving through a
Palestinian village.

3) Mohammed Reza Pahlavi - The Last Shah

Date: Monday 28th February
Time: 00:00- 01:05
Channel: BBC Prime

A Third World dictator overthrown by popular revolution, or a
visionary king who fell foul of fundamentalist forces? This
documentary examines the enigma of the last Shah of Iran,
talking to his supporters and his enemies in an attempt to
unravel his story.

4) Forced to Marry

Date: Monday 28th February
Time: 19:00 - 19:30
Channel: BBC 1 Scotland

Frontline Scotland investigates the hidden problem of British
Asian men and women forced into marriage against their will.

5) The Real Story

Date: Wednesday 2nd March
Time: 21:00 - 22:00
Channel: BBC 1

Detention Undercover investigation into alleged racism and
violence at the heart of UK's asylum system. Over a period
of three months, two BBC journalists worked undercover in
a detention centre and for a company that escorts asylum
seekers and immigrants around the country. They uncovered
disturbing evidence of a culture of violence, abuse and
assaults against detainees.

6) Pakistani Serial Killer

Date: Thursday 3rd March
Time: 00:00 - 00:50
Channel: UKTV People

Shocking profile of Javed Iqbal Moghul, the serial killer
sentenced to death in Pakistan. After being accused of
rape by two homeless boys in 1992, the scandal brought
immense shame upon his well-respected family. When his
mother died of a heart attack soon after, Iqbal decided
to avenge her death by killing 100 young runaways in
200 days.

7) Honour Killings

Date: Friday 4th March
Time: 21:00 - 22:00
Channel: National Geographic

Mick Davie goes to Pakistan to expose this disturbing
practice, whereby a man can kill a woman without punishment.
Zahida Perveen survived and fought back.

For more information about the latest radio and TV programmes related
to Islam, contact the IACN in Nottingham and visit their website:

Tel: 0115 844 9705
E-mail: in...@iacn.org.uk
Website: www.iacn.org.uk

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The Hassan and Habibah Show Presents:

ROMANCE - THE HIDDEN KEY TO JANNAH

Date: Sunday 27th February
Time: 5.00 pm
Channel: Islam Channel - Sky Digital 836

How many of us think of Islam as a romantic way of life? How many of
us are romantic with our spouse and think of it as a something that
could open the gates of Jannah? Was our Prophet (saw) really a
romantic? Have you ever written a poem for your wife or husband? How
do false notions of manhood get in the way? Watch the Hassan and
Habibah show and find out what our learned guests have to say about
Islam's role in encouraging romance, and where Islam directs such
feelings.

*********************FORTHCOMING EVENTS IN DETAIL**********************

The Jammat and Thuglife Project Presents:

A TRIBUTE TO OUR BROTHER MALCOLM X

Date: Friday 25th February 2005
Time: 5.50 pm (show starts at 6 pm)
Venue: Oxford House, Derbyshire Street, Bethnal Green, London, E2 6HG

A special tribute to El Hajj Malik El-Shabbaz Malcolm X thru' hip-hop,
rap and spoken-word poetry. Featuring: Ikwon, Mecca2Medina, UK Apache,
The Planets, Brother Ben, Hassan Rasool, Hanifa, Jonzi D, Shahanara
the Poet, Tubby Abd Haq, and others. Presented by Brother Shah Saud
of y2k FM.

"I still remember what you told me: 'Keep ya head up', 'Are you still
down?', 'Don’t ever give up'. Do I get around, no I had to switch up.
I did a lotta changes dawg I had to grow up!" (Mutah Napoleon Beale)

Speakers on the night will include:

* M. Sulaiyman - From Malcolm X Malik El Shabbaz to Tupac Shakur
* Abdul Karim Hattin - Conspiracies against Malcolm X
* Rakin Fetuga - How Malcolm X inspired me from Ghetto Life to Peace
* Sister ? - Brothers Need to Take a Page out of Malcolm X's Book
* Imran - Muslim Youth Helpline
* Imruh Bakari - on behalf of Q-News

Tax: £5.99 (payable on the door and in cash only)

For stalls and general enquiries call Ismael on 07985 583 556 or
Imran on 07930 440 944.

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The City Circle presents:

UZBEKISTAN - THE AMBASSADOR SPEAKS OUT

Speaker: Craig Murray (Former British Ambassador to Uzbekistan)

Date: Friday 25th February 2005
Time: 6.45 pm - 8.30 pm
Venue: 45 Crawford Place, off Edgware Road, London, W1H 4LP

Craig Murray was withdrawn as British ambassador to Uzbekistan in
October 2004. He is currently suspended on full pay. He has been
an outspoken critic of the regime's human rights record and has
exposed how the West favours brutal dictators that are on its
side in the "war on terror".

Mr Murray maintains that people in Uzbekistan are tortured into
confessing that they support Bin Laden because the state is
seeking to persuade the West that its domestic opposition is
somehow connected to Al Qaeda. To fight its war on terrorism,
Uzbekistan obtains aid from the US. The fact that opposition
to the regime is based on gross human rights violations is
never remarked upon. Western security services appear all too
keen to accept Uzbekistan's assertions that it is fighting
the war on terrorism.

The circumstances surrounding Craig Murray's eventual removal
as Ambassador remains a grave cause for concern. Despite the
smear stories that he claims have emanated from the Foreign
Office that he was incompetent or an alcoholic, the truth
appears to be that he broke an unwritten rule by exposing
the brutality of the Uzbek regime, when it was becoming an
ever more important ally of the West.

A US airbase in Uzbekistan with 6-7 thousand troops was used
extensively in the war on Afghanistan. The US now wants this
base to be permanent; it is strategically vital since it is
within an hour of Russia and China and within five minutes
of Iran.

For more information please contact:
Tel: 07946 431 451
E-mail: as...@thecitycircle.com
Website: www.thecitycircle.com

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Central London Circles Present:

ISLAM AND THE MODERN WORLD

by Br Salman Hasan

Date: Friday 25th February 2005
Time : 8:15pm
Venue : UK Islamic Mission, 202 North Gower Street, London, NW1 2LY

For further information please contact 07863 349 007 or 07956 449 111.

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FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT FOR TSUNAMI VICTIMS

Date: Saturday 26th February 2005
Time: 9.30 am - 6.00 pm
Venue: Banbury School, Ruskin Road, Banbury, Oxon, OX16 9HY

A 6-a-side Football Tournament will all proceeds going to the Tsunami
Appeal. Entry fee is £35 per team. The tournament has been organised
by Year 11 Students at Banbury School in association with Ash-Shifa
Trust, Connexions MKOB, Sport England, Oxfordshire Youth Service and
Street Dreams.

To register your team or for more information please contact:
Tel: 07717 862 205
E-mail: play4t...@hotmail.co.uk

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Waltham Forest Discussion Forum Presents:

WHERE IS YOUR CHILD LEARNING ABOUT SEX?

Date: Saturday 26th February 2005
Time: 6.45 pm
Venue: Quaker Meeting House, 1A Jewel Rd, Walthamstow, London, E17 4QU
(Just behind CopyCats on Hoe Street)

Where will your child first learn about sex education? For many
of them it will be in the playgrounds or on TV. How long will it
be before our children suffer from sexually transmitted diseases
or teenage pregnancies? These are serious issues that need to be
addressed by Muslims as a community before it is too late. All
brothers and sisters invited to attend.

For more details please contact:
Tel: 07985 653 272
E-mail: in...@wfdiscussionforum.com
Website: http://www.wfdiscussionforum.com

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USING THE INTELLECT TO REASON

by Hafiz Hasan Ali

Date: Saturday 26th February 2005
Time: 7:45 pm (starts after Esha)
Venue: Al Masjid, 198-202 Fore Street, Edmonton, London, N18 2JD

This lecture targets different age groups and the common reasoning
that is found today. Unfortunately, many problems in the Ummah have
started from poor reasoning and with the promotion of such reasoning
it seems that the Ummah is going down in quick sand. So how can we
improve our reasoning from the Qu'ran and Sunnah, so that we can
save ourselves from destruction. Find out in this months lecture,
where numerous perspectives will be given.

* Located at the junction of Fore Street & North Circular Road (A406)
* Nearest Rail: Silver Street
* Spaces available for sisters and children.

For further information please call 020 8807 5151 or visit our
website: www.media4insight.com

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Coventry City Circle Presents:

COMPASSION - AN ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE

By Shaikh Dr Riyad Nadwi (Rector, Dar al-Uloom Oxford)*

Date: Saturday 26th February 2005
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Venue: Muslim Resource Centre, Red Lane, off Stoney Stanton Road,
Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 5EE

Islam is often portrayed as religion characterised only by strict
laws and endless rules, in contrast to other world religions that
are perceived to be faiths of love and compassion. Shaikh Riyad
will speak of compassion from an Islamic perspective, which he
believes is a fundamental component in the faith of every Muslim.
He will explain compassion in the light of the Quran and Ahadith,
and draw comparisons with contemporary notions of compassion and
its relevance to the individual in the modern world.

This lecture is derived from a series of tafsir sessions dealing
with the concept of love and compassion in Islam. Both parents
and teenagers will find it stimulating and extremely beneficial,
insha-Allah.

* Shaikh Riyad Nadwi is a graduate of Dar al-Uloom Nadwatul Ulama
in Lucknow, India, where he studied the traditional Islamic
sciences under the late Shaikh Abul Hasan 'Ali Nadwi (rh) and
other renowned scholars of the Indian sub-continent for a period
of twelve years. He also holds a doctorate in Cognitive Science
and is currently the rector of Dar al-Uloom, Oxford and a member
of the Oxford Cross Cultural Research Institute. One may recall
reading his recent outstanding articles on "Hijab and Spin".

For more details or to book a stall please contact:
Tel: 07956 365 553 / 07971 468 271
E-mail: in...@coventrycitycircle.org

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Path of Knowledge Presents:

24 HOUR DEEN INTENSIVE

Dates: Saturday 26th - Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 1pm (Sat) - 1pm (Sun)
Venue: Easton Masjid, St Marks Road, Easton, Bristol, BS4 4UB

The course will introduce the elementary sacred sciences of Islam such
as Fiqh, Tajweed, Aqida and Seerah along with Zhikr and Nasheeds.

Speakers include: Imam Khurshid Aalam, Ijaz Ahmad, Munawwar Ateeq,
Aftab Malik, Muhammad Amar, Qari Tanveer Iqbal. Guest Speaker Aftab
Malik will be speaking on current issues and the Muslim role in
British Society.

* Food and accomodation provided
* All brothers and sisters are welcome
* Sleeping accommodation is available for brothers only - please
bring your own sleeping bags

For further information please contact:
Tel: 07779 571 036
E-mail: in...@pathofknowledge.co.uk

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MADHHABS & DIFFERENCES - MERCY OR MENACE (Part 2)

with Sidi Abu 'Aaliyah

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 12.45 pm - 2.30 pm
Venue: Masjid al-Tawhid, 80 High Road, Leyton, London, E15 2BP

Continuing on from Part I where Taqlid was discussed and its
importance in Islam, this week's circle focuses on Maddhabs.
There is much confusion in this area which has sadly led to
friction amongst brothers and sisters. Hence, it is important
to attend this week and gain some clarity on the topic.

For more details contact:
Tel: 020 8257 2181
E-mail: in...@masjidtawhid.com
Website: www.masjidtawhid.com

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ABU BAKR - THE PROPHET'S CLOSEST COMPANION

by Asif Dawood

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 5:45 pm (Starts after Magrib Salaat)
Venue: Al-Kharafi Islamic Centre, 282 London Road, Camberley,
Surrey, GU15 3JP

Lecture will be delivered in English on the life of Abu Bakr (ra),
one of the closest companions of the Prophet Muhammad (saw).
Facilities for ladies available in the library.

For full details, including how to get to the centre, please visit
www.camberleymosque.co.uk or e-mail: asha...@yahoo.co.uk

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Aziziye Education Centre in conjunction with Association of Muslim
Schools (AMS) presents a Teaching Course on:

NEEDS OF OUR SCHOOLS

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Venue: Aziziye Education Centre, 117-119 Stoke Newington Road, London,
N16 8BU

Guest Speakers and Topics:

* Dr Imran Alawiye (Author of "Gateway to Arabic" series) - Teaching
Islam in the Modern Context
* Idris Mears (AMS) - Needs of Our Schools
* Jack Brant (Institute of Education) - Catering for the Different
Types of Learners

The main aims of the course are to:

- Develop new and modern strategies to teach Islam in our schools.
- Understand the various developments in modern education and its
implications on our schools.
- Understand and develop methods in helping to meet different needs
of our schools.
- Design and develop strategies to enable different types of
learners to progress effectively.

Only 50 places available through advance booking.

For further information or to book a place, please contact:
Tel: 07931 934 116 / 020 7254 5566
E-mail: bmi...@teacher.com

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IMAAD Islamic Knowledge Project Presents:

ISLAM'S ATTITUDE TOWARDS EDUCATION

by Dr Hamza Alam

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 2 Church Street, Reading, Berks, RG1 2SB

A presentation based on potent research and investigation. A history
of Muslim contribution to the development of Science will also be
covered. An opportunity to appreciate and equip ourselves with the
facts which no longer remain common knowledge of key contributions
by prominent Muslim scholars in the field of science and learning
that have had immense impact on modern day life. Please arrive
promptly to ensure we get the most out of the presentation and to
adhere to the etiquettes of a Muslim gathering.

For further information please contact:
E-mail: in...@imaad.org
Website: www.imaad.org

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IMAAM HUSSAIN - THE ULTIMATE MARTYRDOM

by Shaykh Barrister Faiz ul-Aqtab Siddiqui

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 1.30 pm - 5.00 pm
Venue: Luton Central Mosque, 2 Westbourne Road, Luton, LU4 8JD

For more details please contact:
Tel: 01582 734 988
E-mail: sunnid...@hotmail.com

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The Dawah Centre Presents:

WAR ON IRAQ - MEDIA UNDER CONTROL

by Abdul Karim Hattin

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 6.00 pm
Venue: Dawah Centre, 398 High Street North, Manor Park, London, E12

For more information please contact:
Tel: 07956 954 644
E-mail: rahee...@hotmail.com

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Building Bridges Presents:

RECEPTION OF THE ISLAMIC NEW YEAR

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Venue: Palatine Working Mens Club, Norfolk Street, Nelson,
Lancashire, BB9 7TN

The programme for the day will involve meeting local people and
enjoying each other's company over a meal. There will also be a
talk by prominent members of the local Muslim community on the
first month of the Islamic year - Muharram, the importance of
this month to the Islamic community and also its links to both
Christianity and Judaism.

For more information please contact 01282 719 303.

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THE SIGNIFICANCE OF KARBALA

by Sayyid Asad Bukhari & Hafiz Shiraz Elahi

Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Venue: Idara Minhaj ul Quran, 292-296 Romford Road, Forest Gate,
London, E7 9HD

For more information please call 020 8257 1786.

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DEMONSTRATION AT BOW STREET MAGISTRATES COURT

Take a day off work for someone's freedom and attend this protest
against abuse of basic human dignity.

Date: Wednesday 2nd March 2005
Time: 8.00 am - 12.00 noon
Venue: Bow Street Magistrates Court, Bow Street, Covent Garden,
London, WC2E 7AS

This demonstration will be in protest against the extradition
request of Babar Ahmad by the US Government. His defence hearing
will be on this date. The Ahmad family are requesting all sincere
people to attend and show their support.

There will be cake stalls and balloons for children plus Islamic
songs. Enjoy a family day out at Bow Street Magistrates Court
supporting the right of a British-born Muslim to a fair trial in
the UK. Remember this is a test case under the new Extradition
Treaty (2003). If he is extradited then many other Muslims will
follow him. They will be exposed to torture and brutality by the
U.S. without even the slightest chance of justice and a fair
trial in a country that has destroyed and abused the rights of
Muslims in the U.S. and across the world.

It may mean that you will have to take a day off from work but
this is a small price to pay for saving Muslims from going
through horrific experiences as witnessed in Abu Ghraib and
Guantanamo Bay. Please invite others to come along as well.

Also, click on the link below to read Babar Ahmad's latest
letter from his prison cell:

http://www.socialistworker.co.uk/article.php4?article_id=5856

For more information contact:
E-mail: freebab...@yahoo.co.uk
Tel: 07963 537 779
Website: www.freebabarahmad.com

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EMPLOYMENT EQUALITY SEMINAR

Date: Wednesday 2nd March 2005
Time: 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Venue: City Hall, Cathays Park, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3ND

Given that more than 50% of Muslims report frequent unfair treatment
from managers and colleagues, a series of seminars have been organised
by the MCB nationwide to raise awareness of Employment Regulations for
the Muslim community and advice providers. A unique opportunity to
attend a seminar which explores the Employment Equality (Religion or
Belief) Regulations 2003 which prohibit discrimination on the grounds
of religion or belief in employment and vocational training. For the
first time individuals have been given protection from discrimination
based on their religion.

Muslim employers and employees, Imams, community leaders, activists
and all those interested in the implications of the Regulations are
encouraged to attend.

If you are interested in attending or would like more information
please contact Ruqayya Mohamedali or Hasan Patel on:
Tel: 020 8305 6357
E-mail: dtipr...@mcb.org.uk

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NEW ANTI-TERROR LAWS - TAKING LIBERTIES

Date: Wednesday 2nd March 2005
Time: 7-9 pm
Venue: Committee Room 10, House of Commons, Westminster, London, SW1

"I have a horrible feeling that we are sinking into a police state."
(George Churchill-Coleman, former head of police anti-terrorist
squad during 1980s-90s)

Charles Clarke's new proposals for civil "control orders" on
"terrorist suspects" would serve political control. They would
punish individuals for what they might do, not what they have
done. The orders would include electronic tagging, restrictions
on association and phone and internet usage, and possible house
arrest. Any breach could lead to imprisonment. The executive
nature of such powers would allow for politically motivated
restrictions on individuals and their activity. All these
"anti-terror" measures promote politics of fear, especially a
culture of suspicion towards entire communities.

This public meeting is called by Campaign Against Criminalising
Communities, Liberty, Stop Political Terror, Association of Muslim
Lawyers, Voices UK, Respect and others. Speakers include Gareth
Peirce, Gillian Slovo, James Welsh, Prof. Paddy Hillyard, Saghir
Hussein, etc.

For more information contact CAMPACC:
Tel: 020 7586 5892
E-mail: este...@tiscali.co.uk
Website: www.cacc.org.uk

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IS THERE NEED FOR A COMPREHENSIVE ISLAMIC SYSTEM?

Date: Thursday 3rd March 2005
Time: 6-8 pm
Venue: 45 Crawford Place, Edgware Road, London, W1H 4LP

Is there a need for a comprehensive Islamic idea or system? Do we
need a civic education guide based on Islam?

The general crisis of the Muslim world is rooted in dysfunctional
ideas and institutions. Our educational institutions, focused on
traditional conformation, have failed to equip Muslims for life.
Better performance requires education that instils values and
attitudes as well as modern ideas and skills. Attitudes that we
need to support: Growth, Creativity, Participation, Perseverance,
Good Deeds.

Islam21 has designed a course that is unique in its ideas/system,
based on a tri dimensional worldview. Learn about this course that
will change your life, bring the best of Islamic attitudes in you
and empower you to help your community build better institutions.
An introduction to the course will be given at this event.

For more information please contact:
Tel: 020 7724 6260 / 07859 035 637
E-mail: build...@yahoo.com

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ARE WE REALLY LEARNING?

Facing problems creatively with Dr Mahbub Gani and Dr Umar Ebrahimsa.

Date: Saturday 5th March 2005
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Venue: Room 408, Electrical Engineering Building, Imperial College,
Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2AZ

Do you have a love of learning? Would you like the opportunity to
develop and apply your skills together with other Muslims so as
to engage with, connect together and inspire the Muslim world?

IMASE warmly invites you to an afternoon seminar intended to lay
out Islamic ideas about learning and its role in the development
of our Ummah. This will be followed by a number of real life
scenarios from the Muslim world covering social and technical
issues. By bringing together disciplines, insights and experiences
to build agreement, we aim to be able to develop, communicate and
implement our findings.

The International Muslim Association of Scientists and Engineers
(IMASE) is a network of scientists, researchers and professionals
from a range of disciplines and sectors. Its focus is on Islam,
Muslims, the Sciences and Development. Past conferences and
seminars have addressed Water Issues, Development, Environment,
Entrepreneurship, Islam and Science as well as Moonsighting.

* Admission: £3 students / £5 waged
* Light refreshments will be provided
* Nearest Tube: South Kensington

For further details please contact:
E-mail: fu...@imase.org
Tel: 0780 362 7576
Website: www.imase.org

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Liverpool University Islamic Society Presents:

RULES & ETIQUETTES OF MARRIAGE

A one day study programme with Shaykh Hasan Ali, Sidi Abdur Raheem
and Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

Date: Saturday 5th March 2005
Time: 11:00am - 7:00pm
Venue: International Lounge, Guild of Students, 2nd Floor,
University of Liverpool, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L69 3BX

The stand of Islam is, on the one hand, against sexual license;
consequently it prohibits fornication and adultery, and blocks
all ways leading to them. On the other hand, Islam is also
against suppressing the sexual urge. Accordingly, it calls
people towards marriage in an age when fornication and adultery
are rife, prohibiting renunciation and castration.

Marriage itself is a Sunnah, which means that it is recommended,
not obligatory on us. Therefore, if a Muslim does not marry
throughout his life, he commits no sin, although he has chosen
a course for his life different from that recommended by the
Prophet. The recommendation is made in the strongest of terms,
as the Prophet (pbuh) says: "Marriage is my way, (i.e. Sunnah)
and a person who disdains to follow my way does not belong to
me." Yet the emphasis put on the recommendation is only to
heighten its desirability.

This course will cover the fundamentals of marriage according
to the Hanafi, Shafi'i and Maliki schools of jurisprudence and
will also touch on the spiritual aspects of marriage.

Topics to be covered include: Concept of love from an Islamic
perspective, selecting a spouse, compatibility, engagement,
ceremony, contracts, intimate relations between spouses, rights
and responsibilities of spouses, secrets of conquering love,
polygamy, secret marriages, marriage with non-Muslims, birth
and upbringing of children, creating the tranquil home.

* Tickets: £5 (includes refreshments)
* All are welcome

To register and for further information please contact:
Tel: 07832 215 739
E-mail: liviosc_...@yahoo.co.uk

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Ansar Finance Presents:

ISLAMIC WILLS SEMINAR

Date: Saturday 5th March 2005
Time: 6.15pm - 8.30pm
Venue: KD Grammar School, Alexandra Road, Whalley Range,
Manchester, M16 8NH

The importance of the Islamic will (wasiyya) is clear from the
following hadith: "It is the duty of a Muslim who has anything to
bequest not to let two nights pass without writing a will about
it." (Sahih al-Bukhari)

At present if a Muslim dies in the United Kingdom, domestic laws
will be applied. The criteria applied by virtue of these laws are
not the same as those applied under Islamic personal law. Hence
having an Islamic Will is absolutely essential.

The seminar will be practical and offer bespoke solutions to your
circumstances, insha'Allah. We have secured the services of a
leading Muslim firm who specialise in this field to deliver this
seminar, where we will have the opportunity to learn:

* How the Shariah inheritance shares are calculated
* Essential elements in Islamic Wills
* Inheritance Tax planning in Islamic Wills
* Requirements of English law
* Writing an Islamic Will

- Free entry with finger buffet available
- All welcome except for children under 14
- Reservations required

To book or for more information please contact:
Tel: 0161 225 8900
E-mail: ad...@ansarfinance.com
Website: www.ansarfinance.com

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CONCERT OF ISLAMIC NASHEEDS

with Qari Hassen Rasool

Date: Saturday 5th March 2005
Time: 7pm - 8pm
Venue: St George's West Church, 58 Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, EH2 4RT

Free entry - just turn up on the night.

For more information please contact:
Tel: 0131 331 4469
E-mail: njwal...@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.hassenrasool.com

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INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC FINANCE & ECONOMICS

A one-day intensive course delivered by Shaykh Nizam Yaqubi*

Date: Saturday 5th March 2005
Time: 10am - 6pm (registration at 9.15 am)
Venue: Room D1, Hong Kong Theatre, Ground Floor, Clement House,
London School of Economics (LSE), Aldwych, London, WC2A 2AE

In the words of our Noble Prophet (saw), "Indeed actions are only
based upon one's intentions and every person shall have that which
they intended..." (Bukhari and Muslim).

Many young young Muslim men and women are studying or working in
the Business, Economics and finance-related sectors in the City.
However, few are doing so for the pleasure of Allah (swt) and have
little or no concern about how to benefit the Muslim Ummah; rather
it is purely for financial gain. The reasons for this are many,
but one of the principal factors is lack of knowledge with regards
to the basics of Islamic Finance compounded with a lack of scholars
who can competently explain such matters. For this reason, a one
day intensive course has been organised to introduce some of the
concepts, principles and practicalities of Islamic finance, e.g.
contracts, the need for Islamic finance, and our responsibility
as Muslims towards it in building and sustaining our communities.

It is hoped that Muslims, after attending this course, one would
purify their intentions, develop increased awareness and interest
in the Fiqh of Mu'āmalāt, and be capable of introducing to others
an alternative form of finance. With London being regarded as the
'capital' for Islamic Finance, the time could not have been more
appropriate for Muslims to benefit from a course of this nature.

Subjects to be covered: Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance,
Principles of Contract in Islam, Basics of Sales Contract, Mudāraba,
Murābaha, Ijāra (Leasing), Bai' al-Istisnā', Bai' as-Salām, Basic
models of home finance in Shariah, Takāful, and much more.

* Shaykh Nizam sits on the Islamic supervisory boards of several
Islamic financial institutions and is an active scholar in Islamic
finance. He received a BA in Economics and Comparative Religion from
McGill University (Canada) and is currently completing his PhD in
Islamic Law at University of Wales (United Kingdom). He works as an
independent Shariah consultant based in his home country of Bahrain.
His accomplishments and responsibilities include: Professor of Tafsir,
Hadith and Fiqh in Bahrain since 1976; author of several articles and
publications on Islamic finance and other sciences in English and
Arabic, including Tahqiyah al-A'māl fi Ikhrāj Zakāt al-Fitr bil-Māl,
Risālah fit-Tawbah, Qurratul-'Ainain fi Fadā'il Birr al-Walidain,
and Irshād al-'Uqalā' ilā Hukm al-Qirā'ah min al-Mus-haf fis-Salāh.
He is also a Shariah Advisor to ABC International Bank, HSBC Amanah,
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Bahrain Islamic Bank, Citi Islamic Investment
Bank and other organisations.

- Places are very limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.
- Notes will be provided.

To book a place or for more information please contact:
Tel: 07899 855 899
E-mail: Islamic...@lseisoc.com

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Islam 4 Everyone Presents:

THE ROLE OF THE QURAN IN OUR LIVES

by Br Abu Jafar Al-Hanbali (Nottingham)

Date: Saturday 5th March 2005
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Venue: Al-Madina Jamia Mosque, 230-240 Waterloo St, Oldham, OL4 1ES

Brother Abu Jafar, who is originally from Egypt but now residing and
teaching in Nottingham, will talk about the role that the Quran should
play in our lives. He will go into detail about the blessings of the
Quran, what our relationship with it should be and how we should seek
guidance from it in all aspects of our daily life, giving examples
from the Quran and Sunnah. He will also talk about the time of the
Prophet (saw), throwing light on how the Sahaba (ra) learnt from the
Messenger of Allah (saw) and how it changed their lives positively.

* Refreshments will be provided
* Q & A session after the talk
* Separate facilities are available for sisters

For more information please contact:
E-mail: in...@islam4everyone.com
Website: www.islam4everyone.com

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Islamic Circles in conjunction with Muslim Youth Network presents:

HELPING HOMELESS MUSLIM YOUTHS ON THE STREETS

Date: Sunday 6th March 2005
Time: 11am - 1pm
Venue: Froud Centre, 1 Toronto Avenue, off Romford Road, Manor Park,
London, E12 5JF

With rising social problems in the Muslim community, we are sadly
seeing a growing number of Muslim children running away from their
parents' homes. Many end up on the streets of London and to get
involved in all kinds of vices ranging from begging, petty theft
and drug dealing, to armed robbery and prostitution.

Masjids don't open their doors to these people. Jama'ats are too
busy with their white elephant projects, oblivious to the fact
that smaller intiatives can sometimes go a long way. Let us not
forget the hadith narrated by A'ishah (ra) who reported that the
Prophet (saw) said: "The deeds most loved by Allah (swt) are
those done regularly, even if they are small." (Bukhari & Muslim)

MuslimYouth.net will be introducing the Homelessness Experience
which is designed to provide participants with an exposure to
the true nature of the conditions, potential risks and hazards
experienced by homeless people. On Friday 11th March a group of
young people will leave their homes to take part in an experience
they will never forget. They will be sleeping rough on the streets
with only £3 each to feed themselves over the two days. They will
be giving up the things they take for granted to gain an insight
into what it means to be homeless.

If you want to find out more about this project or would like more
details about the event please contact:

Tel: 0870 774 3518 / 07092 032 136
E-mail: camp...@muslimyouth.net / islamic...@hotmail.com
Website: www.muslimyouth.net

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THE PLACE OF THE QURAN IN A MUSLIM'S LIFE

by Shaykh Professor Salman Nadvi (Durban University, South Africa)

Date: Sunday 6th March 2005
Time: 3.00 pm
Venue: Markfield Institute of Higher Education, Ratby Lane, Markfield,
Leicestershire, LE67 9SY

Professor Nadvi was the Head of Department of Islamic Studies
in Durban, South Africa from 1973-1988. He is also a member of
the Markfield Institute of Higher Education Academic Board.

* Free - all welcome
* Parking space available

For more information please contact:
Tel: 01530 244 922
E-mail: in...@mihe.org.uk
Website: www.mihe.org.uk

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Families Relief Presents:

IRAQ AND TSUNAMI DAY

Date: Sunday 6th March 2005
Time: 2pm - 6pm
Venue: PMC, Woodbourn Road, Attercliffe, Sheffield, S9 3LQ

A day for the whole family. Live entertainment, dinner, exhibition,
stalls. Live videos from Sri Lanka, Palestine and Baghdad.

For tickets and more information please call 07930 313 773.

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JESUS (pbuh) - A PROPHET OF ISLAM

by Shaykh Abdul Hakim Murad (Cambridge University)*

Date: Tuesday 8th March 2005
Time: 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm
Venue: Lecture Theatre A, Science Lecture Rooms, University of
Liverpool, Crown Street, off Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, L69 3BX

Jesus, son of Mary (peace and blessings be upon them) is honoured and
respected by over a billion people across the world. Muslims believe
that he was a prophet of God in a long line of honorable prophets,
who taught his people to worship and obey the One True Lord, the
Creator. Of all the prophets, Jesus is extensively written about in
the Qur'an. The Qur'an makes it very clear that Jesus was a prophet,
chosen by God to teach his people, but not associated with nor part
of God. He performed miracles, by the grace and power of God alone.
He of himself could do nothing - all of his glory pointed back to the
One Almighty God. Muslims believe that the message Jesus preached was
one and the same as the message that all of the prophets brought to
their people: Worship Almighty God, and Him Alone.

Shaykh Abdul Hakim Murad graduated from Cambridge University with a
double-first in Arabic in 1983. In 1989, he spent two years at the
University of London learning Turkish and Farsi. Since 1992 he has
been a doctoral student at Oxford University, specialising in the
religious life of the early Ottoman Empire. Currently Secretary of
the Muslim Academic Trust (London) and Director of the Sunna Project
at the Centre of Middle Eastern Studies at Cambridge, which issues
scholarly Arabic editions of the major Hadith collections.

For more information please contact:
Tel: 07832 215 739
E-mail: livisoc_...@yahoo.co.uk

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TAMERLANE'S ART

Date: Friday 11th March 2005
Time: 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Reynolds Room, Royal Academy of Art, Burlington House,
Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BD

The art and architecture of the Timurid dynasty, founded by Timur in
1370 became the embodiment of dynastic charisma for contemporary and
later dynasties of Turkey, Iran, Central Asia, and India. Professor
David Roxburgh of Harvard University, demonstrates how art was used
as an ideological instrument by Timur and his successors, as in the
inscription to Timur's palace in Shahr-i Sabz: 'If you have doubts
about our grandeur, look at our edifice.' In addition to discussing
Timurid architecture and how it was commissioned to meet the needs
and expectations of a diverse population, the lecture also introduces
objects of a more private nature, genealogies, panegyric biographies,
and histories to explore the various political, social, and cultural
meanings developed in Timurid art.

For more information or tickets please call 0870 848 8484
or 020 7300 8000.

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SUFISM AND THEOLOGY CONFERENCE

Speakers: Dr Ayman Shihadeh (Glasgow University), Shaykh Abdal Hakim
Murad (Cambridge University), and others.

Dates: Friday 11th March - Saturday 12th March 2005
Time: 1.30 pm - 5.00 pm
Venue: Gloag Lecture Theatre, No. 5 The Square, University of Glasgow,
University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8QQ

This conference will explore aspects of the interaction and tension
between the theological and Sufi trends and traditions in Islamic
history, including the medieval and modern periods — a subject that
has not yet received the scholarly attention it deserves. 'Theology'
here corresponds mainly, but not exclusively, to the traditional
inquiry into 'the principles of religion' (usūl al-dīn), including
dogmatic and dialectical trends, especially kalām.

Admission: £10 per day, or £15 for both days. Students £5 per day.
Advance registration is recommended. Cheques to be made be payable
to 'The University of Glasgow', and should be sent to: Department
of Theology & Religious Studies, No. 4 The Square, University
of Glasgow, G12 8QQ

For more details and booking please e-mail: A.Shi...@arts.gla.ac.uk

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MUSLIM SCOUT LEADER COURSES

Dates: Friday 11th March - Sunday 13th March 2005
Venue: Beaudesert Park Campsite, Beaudesert Park, Cannock Wood,
Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 4JJ

Theses course have been organised so that you can equip yourselves
with the necessary skills to start Muslim Scout Groups. Targetted
at persons aged 18 years and above. Courses cost £35 per adult.

The Scout Association provides adventurous activities and personal
development opportunities for 400,000 young people aged 6-25. We
have over 28 million young people enjoying the benefits of Scouting
across 218 countries. Around 10 Million members are Muslim Scouts.
Personal development means promoting the physical, intellectual,
social and spiritual well-being of the individual, helping them
achieve their full potential. In Scouting, we believe that young
people develop most when they are 'learning by doing,' when they
are given responsibility, work in teams, take acceptable risks
and think for themselves.

Dates of other forthcoming courses:

* Scotland: 12-14 or 19-21 August 2005 (Near Glasgow)
* South East: 16-18 September 2005 – (Near London)

For young people aged 8-14 years we have organised a camp, as
long as they are accompanied with adult leaders planning or
those who have already started a Scout Group within their area.

Dates: 27th May - 1st June 2005
Venue: Youlbury International Scout Camp, Boars Hill, Oxford,
Oxfordshire, OX1 5HD

To register for any of the above events kindly contact us for a
registration form and further details:
E-mail: bmeuk...@yahoo.co.uk
Websites: www.scouts.org.uk or www.scoutbase.org.uk

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Utrujj Knowledge and Creativity Presents:

THE CHARACTER OF THE PROPHET (saw)

An explanation of Ash-Shama'il At-Tirmidhi by Shaykh Haytham Tamim.

Date: Saturday 12th March 2005
Time: 10am - 7pm
Venue: Room D1, Hong Kong Theatre, Ground floor, Clement House,
London School of Economics, Aldwych, London WC2A 2AE

Allah Almighty states in the Qur’an: “And verily you (Oh Muhammad)
are an exalted character” (68:4)

Learning about these Blessed characteristics is imperative on all
of us if we are to start truly living as the real ambassadors of
Allah (swt) on Earth. We should all be aiming to take on these
Prophetic attributes so that we may be of the most successful in
this life, as well as those who are closest to Our Blessed Prophet
Muhammad (saw) on the Day of Judgement.

How did the Prophet (saw) dress, eat, react to people of all ages
and class? How were his manners and disposition, his daily routine,
his prayer, his battles, and much more.

A one day intensive course taking from Sharh ash-Shama'il of Imam
at-Tirmidhi which has a collection of 397 ahadith and is divided
into 55 chapters on the physical description and character of the
Prophet (saw) and reflecting them on our present day situation.

* Places are very limited so book early to avoid disappointment
* Notes will be provided
* All welcome

To book or for more information please contact:
Tel: 0845 644 0619 / 07960 324 325
E-mail: in...@utrujj.org
Website: www.utrujj.org

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The Jawziyyah Institute Presents:

TAQLID, MADHHABS AND MUSLIM UNITY

A one-day course by Sidi Abū 'Āliyah Surkhīl ibn Anwar Sharīf

Date: Saturday 12th March 2005
Time: 10am - 6pm
Venue: Birkbeck College, University of London, Malet Street,
Bloomsbury, London, WC1E 7HX

The issue of taqlid and whether or not a Muslim is obligated to
follow one of the four madhhabs, or schools of Islamic law,
continues to stoke frenzied arguments between Muslims. Yet from
the perspective of Islam the issue is remarkably straightforward,
with a scholarly consensus underpinning much of it. The aim of
this course is to clarify the nature of taqlid and its rulings
in Islam, and to explain the place of following a madhhab - with
respect to both the layman and the scholar. The course shall root
itself in classical scholarship and highlight those areas wherein
there is unanimity between jurists and those aspects upon which
they differ. Key themes addressed by the course are:

Defining taqlid and madhhabs; the two types of taqlid, ;he Islamic
ruling on taqlid; the requirements to be a scholar in Islam and the
dangers of unqualified opinions; the Four Imams and their statements
on taqlid; historical reasons for the birth of madhhabs; madhhabs
and the scholar; madhhabs and the duty of a layman; differences of
opinion - mercy or menace?

* Entry is by prior booking only. Deadline: Wednesday 9th March
* Places are limited so book early to guarantee a place
* Notes and refreshments will be provided
* All welcome

To book a place or for more information please contact:
Tel: 07092 032 136
E-mail: cou...@islamiccircles.org

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PLANTING TREES AT WILLOWBROOK ORGANIC FARM

Date: Saturday 12th March 2005
Venue: Willowbrook Organic Farm, Hampton Poyle, Kidlington,
Oxfordshire, OX5 2QQ

"If the Hour of Doom strikes and one of you has a palm seedling in
his hand and can plant it, he should do so." So said the Prophet of
Islam (saw).

If you would like to plant some trees, you are welcome to join a
party of volunteer tree-planters from LINE (London Islamic Network
for the Environment), who are planning to travel to Willowbrook
Organic Farm near Oxford. Some transport is available from London.
If you would like to go and have your own transport, please let us
know if you have space to offer anyone a lift. We shall be leaving
London early morning and returning early evening.

For more information or to register contact Harfiyah Haleem:
E-mail: harf...@lamaan.com
Tel: 020 8886 9952

You can also visit the following websites:
Islamic Foundation for Ecology & Environmental Sciences: www.ifees.org
Willowbrook Organic Farm: www.willow-brook-farm.co.uk

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INVESTOR FORUM

Date: Saturday 12th March 2005
Venue: Muslim Cultural Heritage Centre, 244 Acklam Rd, London, W10 5YG

Time to invest in something worthwhile. Mojispace.com will be holding
an investor forum and launch its exciting new website that will bring
together the community in a number of different ways for a number of
different reasons. Using the power of the internet, this website will
empower members socially and economically, as well as give a good
return to investors.

For more details and bookings please contact Monir:
Tel: 020 7868 4065
E-mail: mo...@mojisplace.com
Website: www.mojisplace.com

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AL-GHAZALI - THE ALCHEMIST OF HAPPINESS

with Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad (Cambridge University)

Date: Sunday 13th March 2005
Time: 11.30 am
Venue: Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose St, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G3 6RE

A film directed by Ovidio Salazar. After the film showing there will
be a Q and A session with the Director of the film and guest Shaykh
Abdal Hakim Murad. Tickets cost £3.00.

For more information and tickets please contact:
Tel: 0141 332 6535 / 07958 043 419 / 0141 332 8128 (Box Office)
E-mail: ja...@andalus.co.uk
Website: http://www.andalus.co.uk

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Islamic Solutions Presents:

INTENSIVE QURAN READING CAMP

with Dr Pasha Saqqaf

Date: Sunday 20th March 2005
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: Islah Centre, 163a Dickenson Rd, Rusholme, Manchester, M13 0YN

"This is part of an attempt to take the Qur'an to every heart and
home that needs it. If you don't know how to read the Qur'an, we
will teach you how. If you find yourself struggling with it, like
a lot of people do, we will help you to improve. And above all, we
will, Insha'Allah, help you to see what the Qur'an is all about and
what it means." (Dr Pasha)

* Cost: £15 - £10 for students / Free for those who cannot pay
* Price includes lunch for those who pre-register no later than
Friday 18th March
* Please bring a copy of the Qur'an with translation as well as
pen and paper

To register or for more information please contact:
Tel: 0781 600 8224
E-mail: ad...@islamicsolutions.com
Website: www.islamicsolutions.com

*****************LONG TERM COURSES, TRIPS & EXHIBITIONS****************

THE JOURNEY TO ALLAH

A 10-week course presented by Sidi Abu 'Aaliyah

Start Date: Sunday 27th February 2005
Time: Every Sunday, 5.00 pm - 6.30 pm
Venue: Masjid al-Tawhid, 80 High Road, Leyton, London, E15 2BP

This course takes you on a fascinating journey to Allah through
worship. The importance of worshiping is split into the the
physical aspects and the spirituall aspects. The latter is
rarely discussed so this course is dedicated to explaining and
understanding what spirituallity is about in Islam and how the
Muslim acheives it. The course is based on "The Exquisite Pearl"
by Shaykh 'Abd Ar-Rahman Al-Sa'di.

"The heart, when it is truley sincere in its servertitude to
Allah, is given to taste such sweetness, and experience such
delight, that nothing besides this servitude is held more
beloved to it." ('Abd Ar-Rahman Al-Sa'di)

For more information contact:
Tel: 07958 736 248 / 020 8257 2181
E-mail: in...@masjidtawhid.com
Website: www.masjidtawhid.com

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THE FIQH OF ETERNAL LOVE

A 6-session course delivered by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam Al Kawthari

Dates: Every Sunday between 6th March - 15th May 2005
Time: 10.30 am – 5.00 pm
Venue: Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough

The importance of marriage and spending a blissful married life is
known to all of us. Those seeking to marry and those already married
need to know the commands of Allah (swt) and His beloved Messenger
(saw) concerning this great act of worship.

This Fiqh of marriage course will, Insha Allah, cover topics such as
selecting a spouse, engagement, marriage ceremony, marriage contracts,
dowry, sexual relationship between spouses, rights and responsibilities
of husband and wife, polygamy, whom one cannot marry, secret marriages,
forced marriages, suitability and compatibility, marriages with non
Muslims, birth and upbringing of children and many other topics.

A detailed discussion on these topics will be given in light of the
Qur’an, Sunnah, and the classical books of Fiqh, followed by an exam
in the last session. The course will be primarily based on the well
known classical Hanafi text Al-Mukhtasar of Imam al-Quduri.

* Fees for Students/Unemployed - £10 per session (on door) or £7 per
session if booked by 28th February. All sessions booked in advance
cost £40.

* Fees for Employed - £15 per session (on door) or £10 per session
if booked by 28th February. All sessions booked in advance cost £50.

* Lunch included

For more information or to book your place, please contact:
E-mail: in...@urvoices.com
Tel: 07973 902 295 (brothers) / 07966 238 354 (sisters)

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15 DAY CHINA TOUR

Dates: Thursday 24th March - Thursday 7th April 2005

Fly from London to Beijing and travel to Xian and then Kunming in
Yunnan, and also to Zhatong. 4 star hotels, 3 meals a day, all
domestic flights, English speaking guides, all entrance fees to
monuments and museums are included for £650. Your international
air ticket is not included in this package. Sites include the
Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Forbidden
City, Museum of the Terracotta Warriors, The Great Mosque, and
many other ancient buildings.

If you are interested in going and want a copy of the full
itinerary please contact Andleen as soon as possible on
andleen...@yahoo.co.uk or call 07939 205 222.

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Al-Baseera Institute for Arabic Studies and Shari'ah presents:

NEW 5-MONTH STRUCTURED COURSES IN ARABIC & ISLAMIC SCIENCES

Venue: London Muslim Centre, 82-92 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1JQ

* General Arabic Language - Level 1
* General Arabic Language - Level 2
* Arabic Language - Advanced (Nahw, Sarf and Nass)

* General Tajweed - Level 1
* 'Ulum Al-Qur'an (Sciences of the Qur'an)
* Fath Al-Baari of Imam Ibn Hajar Al Asqalani
* Fiqh As-Sunnah (Hanafi Fiqh)

There will be separate facilities for female students.

For more details on course content and fees please contact:
Tel : 020 7650 3039 / 07949 713 902
Email: in...@albaseera.co.uk
Website: www.albaseera.co.uk

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TURKS - A JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND YEARS (C London)

Dates: Saturday 22nd January 2005 - Tuesday 12th April 2005
Venue: Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly,
London, W1J 0BD

This spectacular exhibition will be devoted to the artistic and
cultural riches of the Turkic-speaking peoples. Loaned principally
from the celebrated collections of the Topkapi Palace Museum and
the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art of Istanbul 350 objects will
be displayed including paintings, textiles, carpets, sculptures,
book illustration, calligraphy, woodwork, metalwork and ceramics.
Many of the works have not been exhibited before outside of Turkey.
The exhibition will comprise a wealth of materials stretching from
the eastern borders of modern China to the Balkans in the west,
examining the artistic achievement of regions controlled by Turkic
peoples.

In addition to the displays there will be a series of evening
lectures, with late night openings until 10pm on Friday and
Saturday nights throughout the exhibition (except 12th March).

For more information or to book tickets please contact:
Tel: 0870 848 8484 / 020 7300 8000
Website: www.turks.org.uk

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EXHIBITION - MAPPING THE UNSEEN (Frizinghall, Bradford)

Dates: Saturday 5th February - Sunday 8th May 2005
Venue: Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Lister Park, Bradford, BD9 4NS

The exhibition which was first displayed in Hertfordshire has now
moved to Bradford. An Art exhibition featuring the calligraphic
works of renowned Egyptian artist and scholar Ahmed Moustafa. The
work is almost exclusively devoted to abstract compositions inspired
by texts from the Holy Qur'an and Arabic tradition. Moustafa creates
striking images by fusing classical European painting techniques and
the exacting discipline of Islamic calligraphy. The artist will give
a talk in the gallery on Saturday 19th February.

For more details contact:
Tel: 01274 431 212
Email: cartwri...@bradford.gov.uk

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ILLUMINATING FAITH EXHIBITION (Birmingham)

Dates: Saturday 12th February - Sunday 19th June 2005
Venue: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, City
Centre, Birmingham, B3 3DH

Featuring art and culture from the Middle East. Displays will include
manuscripts from the University of Birmingham's Mingana Collection,
textiles, ceramics and metalwork. Events will include calligraphy,
music, drama, talks and workshops for all ages.

For more information about the exhibition and events please contact:
Tel: 0121 303 5144
E-mail: sarah...@birmingham.gov.uk
Website: www.bmag.org.uk

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Muslim Association of Britain and Muslim Student Society Present:

ISLAMIC HERITAGE TRIPS

* Trip to Turkey: 20-30 March 2005
* Trip to Spain: 25 June - 2 July 2005
* Trip to Morocco: 9-16 July
* Umrah Trip for 12-17 year-olds: Easter Holidays

A fun and unique opportunity to travel with fellow Muslims in an
Islamic environment. Contributing to broadening one's horizon. A
historical voyage of Islamic heritage. Limited places, apply soon.

For more details contact:
Tel: 0161 248 0650
Fax: 0161 248 0640
Mobile: 07830 308 168 / 07900 211 765
E-mail: tr...@mabonline.info
Website: http://www.mabonline.info/youth

************************JOBS (PAID & VOLUNTARY)************************

VACANCY FOR ADMIN JOBS AT MUSLIM UTILITY COMPANY (E London)

The company is called Saracen Utilties Ltd and is based at the
recently opened London Muslim Centre. If you are interested
please call Hafiz Yunus on 07940 271 955 or 0870 752 3301,
and send your CV to yma...@hotmail.com

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WEBSITE DESIGNER REQUIRED

We have an urgent requirement for a web designer to help update the
Masjid al-Tawhid website. If you have skills in advanced website
development, graphics, dynamic content, content management, etc,
then please send your CV and contact details to in...@masjidtawhid.com

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VALET VACANCY AT AUTO INFUSION (Bristol)

Experienced Valeters, Vehicle Preparers and Polishers required. A
motor background essential as well as a full clean driving licence.
Ideally over 25 however may consider good applicants who are younger.
Must be reliable and able to take responsibility for his or her work.
Good rates of pay. If you are interested please call Shahid on
07831 663 730 or e-mail your CV to m...@autoinfusion.co.uk

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MUSLIM YOUTH HELPLINE RECRUITING HELPLINE WORKERS FOR APRIL 2005

The Muslim Youth Helpline is a free and confidential telephone
counselling and e-mail service for young people in need. We are
currently recruiting volunteers to work as peer-counsellors and
befrienders. Helpline Workers volunteer for a 3-hour shift on
a weekly basis, responding to telephone and e-mail enquiries,
providing face to face counselling sessions and meeting clients
in the community. Every week, the helpline handles a number of
enquires on issues such as depression, drugs, abuse and cultural
conflicts.

What we are looking for: Young people (minimum age 18 years) who
are tolerant, understanding and keen to listen and support young
people in distress.

Volunteers come from a diverse range of minority ethnic communities.
The ability to speak a second community language is advantageous
though not essential. We are particularly interested in recruiting
more male and female Helpline Workers who are able to work late
shifts (9pm - midnight) in the helpline office based on Finchley
Road in North London.

We provide free training in Islamic counselling, telephone and
email skills as well as ongoing support and supervision in return
for a minimum commitment of 12 months. The training programme is
a 12-day part time course over three weeks suitable for individuals
in full time education or employment. Each week, training will run
on two evenings and the weekend. We will also running a 9.5 days
full-time programme in September. Please indicate on the application
form which training programme you wish to attend.

For further information and a recruitment pack, please visit our
website at www.myh.org.uk and go to Helpline Workers under the
Voluntary section of the Recruitment pages. Alternatively, please
call 0870 774 3518 or e-mail in...@myh.org.uk

Deadlines for applications: Friday 11th March 2005

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GREAT OPPORTUNITIES AT MOJISPLACE.COM

A new members website for the Muslim Community coming soon with pages
on Marriage, News, Souk (classifieds), and Islamic finance.

Job vacancies are available for:
1. Web News Administration - Experience in News and Media necessary
2. Business Development Manager - Experience in sales, in particular
telesales, is necessary

Salary is negotiable. Please forward CVs to andi...@brickgate.com

To register your interest and for more information visit our website:
www.mojisplace.com

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VACANCY AT HSBC AMANAH WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP (C London)

We are looking for a Product Manager in our Islamic Wealth Management
Group in London, who will taken on responsibility for structuring
Islamic mutual funds and structured products to be marketed around
the world. At present we are screening candidates with 3-5 year's
relevant business experience in an asset management or investment
banking environment. Ideally, we would like Arabic speakers as many
of our products are distributed in the Middle East.

If you are interested, please send your CV to Ruggiero Lomonaco
and we will send you a full job description.

E-mail: ruggiero...@hsbcib.com

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OPPORTUNITIES FOR SALES REPRESENTATIVES

Al Jumuah Magazine are delighted to announce a recruitment drive for
Sales Representatives. You will be working as a paid agent for the
magazine, promoting and selling (primarily subscriptions), using
various methods and techniques.

Will I receive training? Yes, monthly seminars will be in place for
you to train and learn effective techniques, methods and personal
management in order to assist in your development with Al Jumuah.

Although there will be some easily attainable targets for you to
meet, this is a uniquely open role allowing you to work at your
own pace and time, (i.e. from home or university). Moreover you
may use your own initiative and preferred methods, in addition
to using the training and techniques given by Al Jumuah.

You will receive £5 for every 1 Year subscription, £7 for every
2 years subscription. Furthermore you can keep 50% of the sales
revenue from every single magazine you sell. In addition, high
achievers will receive further bonuses.

If you are interested in earning money and helping an Islamic
cause please contact Hassan Jalil for a full job description
and application form.

Tel: 020 7471 8264 / 07833 698 329
Email: has...@al-jumuah.com
Website: WWW.al-jumuah.com

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I.T. JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Are you an IT Professional? A major company is looking for several IT
professionals, either Permanent or Contractors, with the following
skill set:

1) Windows 2000 and Citrix Metaframe
2) Sun Solaris Unix Experience, or any of Veritas Vxvm, Veritas
Netbackup, Disksuite
3) Team Leaders who have several years experience in Windows or Unix

Salary for all jobs is in the region of 24-34 K depending on the job
and your experience, or approx £25/hour for contract staff.

If you are interested please e-mail: k...@freenet.co.uk

Please also note that all positions will involve travel and being
away from home for a couple of weeks at a time.

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SUPPLEMENTARY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR REQUIRED (W London)

The Saturday School based at the Muslim Cultural Heritage Centre in
Westbourne Park is a successful Muslim supplementary school with over
150 pupils and 50 regular teachers, and is now into its fifth year.
The school is run entirely by volunteers and we are looking for a
dynamic and motivated individual to join our friendly team as a paid
administrator.

We are looking for a candidate that is organised, efficient, motivated
and who has exceptional communication skills. The main purpose of the
job is to ensure that the school runs efficiently, maintaining the
student/teacher database, organising lesson cover, ordering books and
general administrative duties.

The role would require 6 hours on Saturday, and 2 hours during the
week. The school has grown over the last year and will give the
candidate the ideal opportunity to pick up basic management skills,
and an opportunity to meet volunteers from many different career
backgrounds. This post would be ideal for a PhD/MA student, as it
involves working on a Saturday and writing occasional emails and
making phone calls during the week. The successful applicant must
have access to e-mail.

For further details please contact lond...@hotmail.com, emailing
your CV in the first instance. For more details about the school
please refer to http://www.thecitycircle.com/projectschool.php

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POSITION FOR PR / MARKETING EXECUTIVE AT THE MUSLIM WEEKLY

We urgently require a PR/Marketing executive to work in association
with our customers/media partners in promoting the Muslim Weekly both
nationally and internationally. You must be an IT literate, dynamic,
hardworking and have some previous experience in this field. We are
the only weekly and the fastest growing newspaper for over 2 million
Muslims in UK. You do not have to be a Muslim to work with us as we
offer an equal opportunities policy.

* Working Hours: 40, Monday-Friday (flexible working hours considered)
* Salary: £15,000 per annum plus commission and bonuses

If you are interested in the position please contact:
Tel: 020 7377 1919
E-mail: edi...@themuslimweekly.com
Post: Editor, The Muslim Weekly, 117 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1DT

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VOLUNTEER POSTS AT FTCF CHILDREN'S CHARITY

Friends of the Citizens Foundation (FTCF) has been supporting more
than 22,000 deserving children in 180 purpose built schools across
Pakistan. There are another 50 schools under construction which are
due to open in March 2005. This will take enrolment to above 30,000
children and create over 2,000 new teaching jobs insha Allah.

To support the growth in our UK fundraising activities, we are
actively seeking two dedicated volunteers to fulfil the roles
outlined below.

1) Financial Accountant

London based volunteer required to assist with accounting and control,
to work for at least 2 days a month. Volunteer should be a qualified
accountant, with significant experience in reporting systems and
procedures. Previous financial experience in a rapidly growing
organisation would be gratefully welcomed.

2) Media Specialist

Volunteer required to assist with developing FTCF's media strategy and
advise FTCF on building on current media initiatives. Volunteer should
be working in (or have significant experience of) the international
media sector and be able to devote (initially) 4 to 5 hours a month.

If you are interested or know someone who may be able to help,
please send a copy of your CV either by e-mail or by post to
the address below.

For more information please contact Mehvish Khan:
Tel: 0845 230 1947 / 07961 198 703
E-mail: mehvis...@FTCF.org.uk
Website: www.FTCF.org.uk
Post: Friends of the Citizens Foundation, 9 Camden Rd, London, E11 2JP

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INTERNATIONAL I.T. RECRUITMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Our clients are multinational companies who require professionals.
Our key employers and staffing agencies are located in U.S, U.K,
Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Australia, Norway, Italy, France, Germany, Canada
and Saudi Arabia. The available job categories include:

* Human Resource Management
* Accounts & Finance Manager
* Project Manager
* Network Manager Linux & UNIX Resource
* Senior Software Developer / Team Leader
* Programmer's C++, VB.NET, ASP, VB 6, XML, PHP
* ERP Inventory Control Specialist
* Technical Writer

Apply by submitting your CV at http://www.itrecruitment.us

For more information contact Jessica Simpson on itrec...@yahoo.com

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VOLUNTARY JOB TO HELP 3-YEAR OLD CHILD WITH MILD AUTISM (N London)

Our son has mild autistic spectrum disorder and we are looking for
voluntary tutors to help him overcome this disabilty insha'Allah.
If you can devote 3 hours a week to attend his nursery to 'shadow'
him - thats all we need.

You will be trained for a few hours towards the end of February on
a new programme called ABA to help our son. You will then use the
programme whilst 'shadowing' him at pre-school. The nearest tube
to the nursery is on the Northern Line and it has excellent bus
links too. All travel and car parking expenses will be paid.

This would suit a Muslim male or female, possibly psychology students
interested in gaining work experience in this new programme. If you
have not worked with children before then we would need to do a
police check and the expense for this will be paid by us.

Reliabilty is the key issue. If you are reliable and can help our
son at least until the summer (ideally longer) then please contact
us for more information. E-mail your contact details and background
information to pleasehe...@aol.com

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TWO ROOMS TO LET FOR SISTERS IN MARYLEBONE (C London)

Two rooms for rent in Marylebone for sisters only. One double room for
£150 per week bills inclusive and one singe room for £70 per week bills
inclusive. Local to Church Street Market, Regents Park Mosque, Baker
Street Station, and the West End. Contact Sister Alia on 07956 870 987.

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SISTER LOOKING FOR ACCOMMODATION NEAR ROCHFORD (Essex)

A sister working in Rochford near Southend would like to share a
place with Muslim sisters who are professionals. I dont mind if
it is a bit of a travel as long as it's not too expensive. Please
call 07789 680 045.

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SISTER LOOKING FOR FLATSHARE IN DOCKLANDS AREA (E London)

A sister is seeking accommodation in Docklands as soon as possbible.
Please contact Nausheena on naushe...@yahoo.co.uk

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STUDIO FLAT TO LET IN TOOTING (SW London)

Studio flat to rent 5 minutes walk from Tooting Bec underground
station. 140 pw (excluding bills). New cooker-oven, fridge and
washing machine. Close to all local amenities. Walking distance
from the mosque. Clean, modern and smart. It is the landlord's
own residence whenever he stays in London. Would suit a single
professional or couple. Available for viewing. Photos can be
seen at http://gumtree.com/london/85/1897585.html. For more
details please contact te...@e-garfield.com or 07763 228 579.

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FLAT FOR SALE IN HARLESDEN (NW London)

2 bedroom very spacious freehold flat for sale in the Harlesden area
for £200,000. Small paved garden and driveway. Sister looking for a
quick sale, no chain. Contact: Br Tahir on 07932 727 366 or Sr Kosser
on 07841 317 033.

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TWO ROOMS TO LET IN ILFORD (Essex / E London)

A single room for a brother - £45 per week; and a bedroom with two
single beds suitable for either two brothers to share or suitable
for a married couple - £80 per week. The rooms are in a house
situated very close to Ilford Lane, so great access to a whole
variety of local amenities. It is within local distance of both
Ilford and Barking stations, close to Barking Mosque and a stone's
throw from Eton Muslim Community Centre. All those interested are
requested to ring Mohammad Yousaf on 07859 029 549 or e-mail
r.cho...@ntlworld.com

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BROTHER LOOKING FOR HOUSE TO RENT IN LUTON AREA (Bedfordshire)

A Muslim brother requires a 2-3 bedroom house to rent in the Luton
area from end April 2005. Please contact mzi...@yahoo.co.uk or
call 07958 715 940 if you can help.

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BROTHERS REQUIRES ACCOMMODATION IN BANBURY (Oxfordshire)

Young Muslim male looking for a studio apartment/flat in Banbury,
preferably near the train station. If you know any suitable places
please contact saf...@hotmail.com or ring 07816 028 247.

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ROOMS TO LET FOR SISTERS IN NORTH LONDON AREA

Five spacious rooms to let in a large flat with all modern amenities.
Quiet and diverse neighbourhood. Within walking distance of two local
masjids, in a vibrant Muslim community. Very accessible location via
bus, tube or car. Two local tube stations within walking distance,
providing Railway, Victoria and Piccadilly lines. Residential parking
outside house. Room prices range from £65 to £100. We are looking for
sensible, tidy sisters. For more details please contact Sister Nadia
on 07960 334 246 / 07946 839 613 or Mr Aji on 07956 398 463.

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LARGE ROOM TO LET NEAR COLLIERS WOOD (S London)

Large room available to let in a family house. Close to Colliers
Wood tube station (Northern Line, Zone 3). Suitable for a non
smoker, professional or student. Rent is £70 per week inclusive.
For more details contact Mrs Ali on 07932 971 160.

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