Join us SATURDAY for STRENGTHENING THE BOND with this month’s speaker Imam Kebba Sallah!
This monthly convert circle is a dedicated social space for convert/revert brothers and sisters to connect, build new friendships, and learn. Enjoy snacks, a short talk, fun games and meaningful discussions! Converts/reverts, their friends, and families are all welcome!
Tickets are free and doors open at 1:30 (Duhur prayer) with the main event beginning after prayer! We can’t wait to see you all there!
Why do we have anxiety? Why did Allah create such a stressful and uncomfortable emotion in us? Is there a positive role anxiety can play in our lives and is there a healthy way to control it?
Find out the answer to these questions and more in this next session “Understanding Emotion”. Led by Imam Abdul-Malik Merchant, this event is comprised of a lecture, Q&A and concludes with question-based group discussion. We will examine and discuss anxiety through an Islamic lens, illuminating the role and harms anxiety plays in our lives while highlighting the emotional awareness to acknowledge the anxiety within ourselves and others.
This event begins at 6 and is open to attendees 14+.Tickets are mandatory and donations are greatly appreciated to help us fund future events!
Qahwa Cafe presents Filmmaking 101 led by Award Winning Filmmaker Amina Chaudary.
Starting January 26, this 5-week class for ages 17-24 will teach the fundamentals of filmmaking from conception to completion including making a script, developing the story, tips on cinematography, and editing to facilitate all participants in creating their own 3 minutes short film!
Alongside Amina Chaudary, this class will feature special guests including DeanTV Founder Abdul-Malik Ahmad, Director Muhammad Okedeyi, Executive Producer Omar Altalib, and Director and Writer Amani Hagmagid!
Participants are expected to complete the class with a short, 3 minute film which will be publicly screened at film festival in the spring (date to be determined).
Tickets are $75 each with one ticket covering all 5 classes and mentorship until the film’s completion in the spring. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary, all are encouraged to participate!
About Amina Chaudary
Amina is an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, magazine editor, writer, and interviewer.
Her work is inspired by the idea that visual stories have the power to break down barriers and stereotypes, leading to new paths of connection and positive interaction.
She has spent over a decade interviewing notable thought leaders, finding underrepresented communities and people, and helping tell their stories. Her passion for storytelling comes to life most in her films that showcase positive, impactful stories about minority American groups often misunderstood in the mainstream press. Her film, Tariq’s Cube, won the audience award at the Boston Globe’s Film Festival and was broadcast on PBS World Channel in the fall of 2019. Her feature film #LiveLikeHaris was featured at 19 film festivals and won awards, including Best Documentary, Best Inspirational Film, and Best Directing. Her latest short film, Third Base to Faith, was streamed for Ramadan 2024 exclusively at PBS World Channel and is currently available on Amazon Prime.
She holds an MA from Columbia University in Human Rights, an MA in Near Eastern Civilizations from Harvard University, and a PhD from Boston University on American religious history. She is a fellow at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, where she is documenting stories of American Muslims.
Qahwa Cafe presents Filmmaking 101 led by Award Winning Filmmaker Amina Chaudary.
Starting January 26, this 5-week class for ages 17-24 will teach the fundamentals of filmmaking from conception to completion including making a script, developing the story, tips on cinematography, and editing to facilitate all participants in creating their own 3 minutes short film!
Alongside Amina Chaudary, this class will feature special guests including DeanTV Founder Abdul-Malik Ahmad, Director Muhammad Okedeyi, Executive Producer Omar Altalib, and Director and Writer Amani Hagmagid!
Participants are expected to complete the class with a short, 3 minute film which will be publicly screened at film festival in the spring (date to be determined).
Tickets are $75 each with one ticket covering all 5 classes and mentorship until the film’s completion in the spring. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary, all are encouraged to participate!
About Amina Chaudary
Amina is an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, magazine editor, writer, and interviewer.
Her work is inspired by the idea that visual stories have the power to break down barriers and stereotypes, leading to new paths of connection and positive interaction.
She has spent over a decade interviewing notable thought leaders, finding underrepresented communities and people, and helping tell their stories. Her passion for storytelling comes to life most in her films that showcase positive, impactful stories about minority American groups often misunderstood in the mainstream press. Her film, Tariq’s Cube, won the audience award at the Boston Globe’s Film Festival and was broadcast on PBS World Channel in the fall of 2019. Her feature film #LiveLikeHaris was featured at 19 film festivals and won awards, including Best Documentary, Best Inspirational Film, and Best Directing. Her latest short film, Third Base to Faith, was streamed for Ramadan 2024 exclusively at PBS World Channel and is currently available on Amazon Prime.
She holds an MA from Columbia University in Human Rights, an MA in Near Eastern Civilizations from Harvard University, and a PhD from Boston University on American religious history. She is a fellow at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, where she is documenting stories of American Muslims.
Qahwa Cafe presents Filmmaking 101 led by Award Winning Filmmaker Amina Chaudary.
Starting January 26, this 5-week class for ages 17-24 will teach the fundamentals of filmmaking from conception to completion including making a script, developing the story, tips on cinematography, and editing to facilitate all participants in creating their own 3 minutes short film!
Alongside Amina Chaudary, this class will feature special guests including DeanTV Founder Abdul-Malik Ahmad, Director Muhammad Okedeyi, Executive Producer Omar Altalib, and Director and Writer Amani Hagmagid!
Participants are expected to complete the class with a short, 3 minute film which will be publicly screened at film festival in the spring (date to be determined).
Tickets are $75 each with one ticket covering all 5 classes and mentorship until the film’s completion in the spring. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary, all are encouraged to participate!
About Amina Chaudary
Amina is an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, magazine editor, writer, and interviewer.
Her work is inspired by the idea that visual stories have the power to break down barriers and stereotypes, leading to new paths of connection and positive interaction.
She has spent over a decade interviewing notable thought leaders, finding underrepresented communities and people, and helping tell their stories. Her passion for storytelling comes to life most in her films that showcase positive, impactful stories about minority American groups often misunderstood in the mainstream press. Her film, Tariq’s Cube, won the audience award at the Boston Globe’s Film Festival and was broadcast on PBS World Channel in the fall of 2019. Her feature film #LiveLikeHaris was featured at 19 film festivals and won awards, including Best Documentary, Best Inspirational Film, and Best Directing. Her latest short film, Third Base to Faith, was streamed for Ramadan 2024 exclusively at PBS World Channel and is currently available on Amazon Prime.
She holds an MA from Columbia University in Human Rights, an MA in Near Eastern Civilizations from Harvard University, and a PhD from Boston University on American religious history. She is a fellow at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, where she is documenting stories of American Muslims.
Qahwa Cafe presents Filmmaking 101 led by Award Winning Filmmaker Amina Chaudary.
Starting January 26, this 5-week class for ages 17-24 will teach the fundamentals of filmmaking from conception to completion including making a script, developing the story, tips on cinematography, and editing to facilitate all participants in creating their own 3 minutes short film!
Alongside Amina Chaudary, this class will feature special guests including DeanTV Founder Abdul-Malik Ahmad, Director Muhammad Okedeyi, Executive Producer Omar Altalib, and Director and Writer Amani Hagmagid!
Participants are expected to complete the class with a short, 3 minute film which will be publicly screened at film festival in the spring (date to be determined).
Tickets are $75 each with one ticket covering all 5 classes and mentorship until the film’s completion in the spring. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary, all are encouraged to participate!
About Amina Chaudary
Amina is an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, magazine editor, writer, and interviewer.
Her work is inspired by the idea that visual stories have the power to break down barriers and stereotypes, leading to new paths of connection and positive interaction.
She has spent over a decade interviewing notable thought leaders, finding underrepresented communities and people, and helping tell their stories. Her passion for storytelling comes to life most in her films that showcase positive, impactful stories about minority American groups often misunderstood in the mainstream press. Her film, Tariq’s Cube, won the audience award at the Boston Globe’s Film Festival and was broadcast on PBS World Channel in the fall of 2019. Her feature film #LiveLikeHaris was featured at 19 film festivals and won awards, including Best Documentary, Best Inspirational Film, and Best Directing. Her latest short film, Third Base to Faith, was streamed for Ramadan 2024 exclusively at PBS World Channel and is currently available on Amazon Prime.
She holds an MA from Columbia University in Human Rights, an MA in Near Eastern Civilizations from Harvard University, and a PhD from Boston University on American religious history. She is a fellow at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, where she is documenting stories of American Muslims.
Join a supportive community for divorced Muslim women to connect, share, and find strength, reflection, and resources.
Join us for the Ramadan Volunteers Orientation and Training on Sunday, February 2nd, at 10:00 AM at the ADAMS Community Hall.
This informative session will prepare you to serve your community during the blessed month of Ramadan.
Program Highlights:
10:00 AM:ADAMS Mission and Vision by Br. Rizwan Jaka
Public Safety Presentation by Deputy First Class John Miller
First Aid Training by Br. Israfeel Martinez
Volunteerism in Islam:Meaning, Motive, and Approach followed by closing remarks by Imam Kebba Salah
**Course Description**:
In this short lecture series we will explore the Islamic calendar, its profound sacredness, and its integral role in shaping the cultural and religious practices of Muslims around the world. Students will delve into the structure and unique features of the lunar Islamic calendar and its connection to significant events in Islamic history.
The course will also examine the spiritual significance of the Islamic months in the context of worship and personal reflection. Emphasis will be placed on the religious observances and acts of worship tied to specific dates. Throughout, students will explore how the Islamic calendar serves not only as a timekeeping system but as a framework for spiritual development and community cohesion.
By the end of the course, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the sacred nature of time within Islam, the role the calendar plays in fostering communal bonds, and how understanding the Islamic calendar enriches one’s engagement with Islamic faith and heritage.
🌟 Ummi and Me: Winter/Spring 2025 Session is Back! 🌟
Ummi and Me, hosted by the ADAMS Children’s Committee, will take place from Jan 22- May 18, 2025 inshaAllah! *No sessions during Ramadan*
Calling all mothers and their little ones (ages 0-4)! Join us every week for a joyful journey of Islamic songs, finger plays, stories, and more. It’s the perfect way to nurture your child’s love for faith and fun, all in one heartwarming session.
One-time fee for the entire session is just $10/child per location. Don’t miss out on this beautiful opportunity to bond, learn, and grow together! 💕