Bay Area Muslim community events for Jumm'ah, Friday February 27th, 2026 & the near future, InshaAllah

[Husam Hammad]

Asalaam Alaikum dear Brothers & Sisters,

Please see below some Bay Area Muslim community events for Jumm'ah, Friday February 27^th, 2026 & the near future, InshaAllah.

1.    Islamic Relief Grand Iftar 1447AH-2026 Fremont, CA Saturday, February 28, 2026. www.IRUSA.ORG/Grand-Iftar. Please join us for a blessed evening as we come together during the holy month of Ramadan. Your presence and contributions will make a significant impact, helping us provide essential aid and relief to those in need. Together, let's make a difference and bring hope to the lives of our brothers and sisters around the world. Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 5:30pm. Halal Iftar Dinner Provided. Reciter: Sh. Nady Kishk. Keynote Speaker: Sh. Suleiman Hani. Location: Fremont Marriott Silicon Valley 46100 Landing Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538. Taraweeh will be prayed on-site, led by Sh. Nady Kishk. Contact Information: Abiha Abbas, (408)569-2113, n...@irusa.org. Parking Information: Please note, parking is FREE! Do NOT scan any QR codes in the parking lot which may ask you to input credit card information. Parking is available in the front lot & garage

2.   The art exhibit "Honoring the Children of Palestine", and the film "Flying Paper" are being sponsored by the SCC Board President Otto Lee and the Palestinian Heritage Committee. The art exhibit welcomes visitors for the full month of February 2026 and includes symbolic Palestinian themes, including references to a 2011 event in Gaza where more than 15,000 children flew kites on the beach, setting and subsequently breaking the Guinness World Record for the number of kites flown simultaneously with over 12,000 kits, and a list of the first 2780 names of the children lost in Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023. The exhibit is available for viewing Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM throughout the month of February on the First Floor of the County Government Center outside of the Isaac Newton Center Auditorium, 70 W. Hedding St., San José, CA 95110. Co-Sponsors: Palestinian Heritage Committee, Arab American Cultural Center of Silicon Valley, Soul of My Soul Exhibit, and the American Muslim Voice Foundation.

3.    Asalaam Alikum, the Fiqh Council of North America recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining the beginning of Lunar months, including the months of Ramadan and Shawwal. FCNA has historically used the criteria of the European Council of Fatwa and Research (ECFR), which are that somewhere on the globe, at sunset, the elongation should be at least 8 degrees, and the moon should be at least 5 degrees above the horizon. If these conditions are met, then it is certain that the moon is above the horizon and will be visible somewhere on the globe. Hence the new lunar month will start the next day, otherwise it will start on the day following the next. Ramadan 1447 AH: The Astronomical New Moon will be born before sunset on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. So, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, February 18, 2026, inshā’Allāh. Tarāwīḥ prayer will start on Tuesday night. ʿEid al-Fitr 1447 AH: The Astronomical New Moon will be born on the evening of Thursday, March 19, 2026. On that evening the elongation is more than 8 degrees and the moon is more than 5 degrees above the horizon. Hence the first day of Shawwal (ʿEid al-Fitr) is Friday, March 20, 2026, inshā’Allāh. For ʿEid al-Adha, the Fiqh Council of North America, as usual, will determine the date based on the announcement by the Hajj authorities in Makkah regarding the day of ʿArafah. ʿEid al-Adha will be observed on the day following the day of ʿArafah. We pray Allah blesses the Ummah with peace and prosperity! Fiqh Council of North America.

4.    Asalaam Alikum, I hope all is well! My name is Wajiha and I am the Outreach Coordinator for the Islamic Scholarship Fund. We are excited to officially launch the ISF Scholarship application, which is now available and due on March 21^st, 2026. As we begin our outreach efforts, we want to connect with you to help us broaden our reach and ensure that this opportunity reaches students who would benefit most. We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity within your networks and communities; whether it is a newsletter or public forum, please circulate these materials. If you have identified specific students who you believe would be a strong fit, we are also happy to reach out to them directly. LinkedIn Post Instagram Post. Written Material: This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion. 📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST. You can read more about the minimum requirements and learn more about the scholarship below: 👉 2026 ISF Scholarship Application 👉 ISF Supported Majors, Thank you for helping us ensure this opportunity reaches future leaders. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. Regards, Wajiha Mekki.

5.    Dear Community Members and Friends, As-Salaamu Alaikum, On Monday, April 13, 2026, we’re returning to Sacramento for Muslim Day at the Capitol—and I would love for you to join us. This isn’t just another date on the calendar. It’s a day to show up, claim our space, and remind elected officials who they serve. Why Attend? Every year, walking the Capitol halls reminds me why advocacy matters. When we show up together—students, parents, professionals, elders—we send a powerful message: Muslims are organized, engaged, and here to demand action. At a time when decisions in Sacramento shape our safety, our rights, and our families' future, showing up isn't optional. It’s vital. Nothing replaces being in the room. Turning Presence Into Power. I’ve seen the difference our presence makes. When we fill the Capitol, lawmakers listen. Bills shift. Narratives change. For many, it’s the moment they realize democracy isn’t a spectator sport. It belongs to those who claim it. Mark Your Calendar. Don’t sit this one out. Mark your calendar now and bring someone with you—a friend, a family member, or your local masjid group. Let them see the strength of our community in action. Stay Connected. Registration details and legislative priorities are coming soon. Remember: we don't just show up to be seen. We show up to change what’s possible. I hope to see you in Sacramento, in sha'Allah. In solidarity, Zahra Billoo, Esq. Executive Director, CAIR-SFBA

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