Events & News
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Upcoming Events
Community Educational Lecture: Understanding Transnational Repression
Saturday
February 22, 2025
How do governments extend their reach beyond borders to silence dissent? What can be done to protect communities from transnational repression?
Join us for an in-depth discussion led by an Assistant Special Agent in Charge from the FBI’s Counterintelligence Branch (San Francisco).
Internship Fair 2025
Sunday
February 23, 2025
Finding the right internship can be overwhelming, but Internship Fair 2025 is here to help! 🎯
Join us on February 23rd, from 9-11 AM (PST) for an exciting opportunity to connect with 15+ institutions offering a variety of paid and unpaid internships—both in-person and online.
Ramadan Street 2025
Saturday
March 1, 2025
We’re excited to bring the community together for a night of reflection, joy, and connection as we welcome the first day of Ramadan. Hosted in Santa Clara, CA, this event will feature a communal iftar, engaging activities for children, a vibrant Ramadan bazaar, and food options that bring flavors from diverse cultures.
Baycc Community Iftar
Saturday
March 22, 2025
Join Us for a Heartwarming Community Iftar!
Celebrate the spirit of Ramadan with us at our Community Iftar, where we come together in unity, gratitude, and joy.
🧒 Kids’ Activities: Fun and engaging games to keep the little ones entertained.
🍽️ Iftar Dinner: A delicious meal shared in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
🤝 Togetherness: Connect with friends, family, and neighbors as we embrace the spirit of Ramadan.
Ramadan Iftar Dinner with Foster Care Shelters
Tuesday
March 25, 2025
This Ramadan, BayCC is honored to host a special Iftar Dinner with Foster Care Shelters, bringing together members of our community for an evening of reflection, connection, and shared traditions. For years, our Iftar dinners have been a cherished tradition, fostering a spirit of unity and hospitality. This year, we are opening our doors to include foster care shelters, creating a space where all guests—regardless of background—can come together and experience the warmth of Ramadan.
Home Iftars 2025
Last day for registration:
Sunday, Feb 25th, 2025
Celebrate the spirit of Ramadan with us at Ramadan 2025 Home Iftars! From March 1 to March 29, families throughout the Bay Area and Sacramento are opening their doors to host iftar dinners at sunset. These intimate gatherings aim to build friendships within our diverse communities.
Trip to Brazil Summer 2025
June 15-23, 2025
In this international trip, from the vibrant streets of São Paulo to the breathtaking views of Rio de Janeiro, participants will explore Brazil’s rich culture and history while engaging with local communities and remarkable individuals.
Past Events
Serving Unhoused Neighbors with Thanksgiving Dinner
Serving Unhoused Neighbors with Thanksgiving Dinner Abrahamic Alliance International invited three faith houses—Congregation Shir Hadash, The River Church Community, and Pacifica Institute—to prepare and serve
Thanksgiving Dinner at Bill Wilson Center
Thanksgiving Dinner at Bill Wilson Center This Thanksgiving, on November 21, 2024, the Bill Wilson Center, a transitional housing facility for homeless youth aged 18-24,
Serving Harvest Lunch at ICAC Meeting
Serving Harvest Lunch at ICAC Meeting BAYCC and Pacifica Institute organized a Harvest (Thanksgiving) lunch for the participants of the monthly Interfaith Coalition of Alameda
Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner 2024
Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner 2024 BAYCC, Pacifica Institute, Building Bridges Together, Silicon Valley Interreligious Council (SiVIC), and Christ Episcopal Church of Los Altos collaborated to organize
Clothing Drive to Hope’s Corner
Clothing Drive to Hope’s Corner On November 11, 2024, BAYCC volunteers delivered clothes collected through a clothing drive to Hope’s Corner on Mercy Street, Mountain
Memorial Service for Gulen in San Francisco
Memorial Service for Gulen in San Francisco The memorial service for M. Fethullah Gülen was held on November 11, 2024, at the Google Community Space