Multi-Continent Iftar
Multi-Continent Iftar Reflections Across Borders On March 28, BAYCC hosted a uniquely personal iftar in Santa Clara—one that brought together Muslim guests from Asia, Africa, and America, as well as a visitor from a Christian background. The evening was small in number but rich in meaning. The event was organized and semi-sponsored by BAYCC volunteers […]
San Jose State University Iftar
San Jose State University Iftar Good Food, Great Company On March 25, BAYCC joined students at San Jose State University for an iftar that turned out to be one of our favorite evenings this Ramadan. The event kicked off with a thoughtful talk by Dr. Heba, who spoke about the deeper meanings of Ramadan in […]
Sixteen Years of Shared Tables
Sixteen Years of Shared Tables Interfaith Iftar at Netivot Shalom On March 23, BAYCC joined Congregation Netivot Shalom and the Pacifica Institute to co-host the 16th Annual Interfaith Iftar Dinner in Berkeley—a longstanding tradition that continues to bring Muslim, Jewish, and interfaith communities together in a space of respect, conversation, and shared celebration. Sixteen years […]
Interfaith Iftar at SPUMC
Interfaith Iftar at SPUMC Shared Space, Shared Purpose On March 21, BAYCC co-hosted the Interfaith Iftar Dinner at St. Paul United Methodist Church (SPUMC) in Fremont, returning for its second year with familiar energy and a few new faces. The evening brought together neighbors, friends, and faith leaders from across the Tri-City area—each one adding […]
Friendship Iftar
Sharing Faith, Food, and Friendship On March 20th, 2025, young women college graduates came together for Friendship Iftar, a heartwarming evening centered on connection, dialogue, and shared values. The main purpose of the Friendship Iftar was to bring people of different faiths together during the month of Ramadan to share a meal, build connections, and […]
A Step Forward in San Francisco
A Step Forward in San Francisco Building Community through Iftar On March 17, BAYCC volunteers were invited to attend a special iftar at the San Francisco Muslim Community Center on Mission Street—an opportunity to connect with the broader Muslim community in the city and begin building a more active presence in the region. The evening […]
Newlywed Iftar
Building Community Through Faith and Connection On March 17th, 2025, young newlywed couples gathered for Newlywed Iftar, a warm and supportive evening designed to help couples connect with one another during Ramadan. It provided an opportunity to build community, share experiences, and reflect on faith and marriage in a spiritually uplifting setting. Sharing iftar in […]
High School Girls Ramadan Iftar
High School Girls Ramadan Iftar Sharing the Spirit of Ramadan On March 16, a group of high school girls gathered at the Mountain View Community Center to break their fast, reflect on Ramadan, and spend time together. The evening started with an icebreaker, helping everyone feel comfortable, followed by a short presentation and dua before […]
Dialogue & Community Iftar in Berkeley
Dialogue & Community Iftar in Berkeley Berkeley Community Iftar On March 15, 2025, the North Berkeley Senior Center became a space for conversation, connection, and shared experience during the Dialogue & Community Iftar, co-hosted by Pacifica Institute and BAYCC. The evening brought together attendees from a wide range of backgrounds to explore how open dialogue […]
Youth Sahoor
Spiritual Connection in the Quiet Hours In the early morning hours of March 15th, 2025, young women from the Youth Collective gathered for Youth Sahoor, an intimate pre-dawn gathering during the month of Ramadan. The main purpose of the event was to strengthen bonds within the group by coming together for a shared spiritual experience. […]