Ramadan For Me: A Festival of Youth, Faith, and Community
Ramadan For Me A Festival of Youth, Faith, and Community On Sunday, April 6, BayCC held its annual Ramadan For Me festival—a celebration where kids led the way in expressing what Ramadan means to them. The event kicked off inside the center with student-led theatrical performances, earning big rounds of applause from a diverse audience […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Muslim Families and Friends Iftar
Muslim Families and Friends Iftar A Full Room and a Stronger Connection On March 12, BAYCC opened its doors to over 80 guests for our Muslim Families and Friends Iftar—an evening that brought together a truly multigenerational group, from toddlers to elders. We were honored to welcome Fatima Kaneez from ICNA Relief USA, who spoke […]
Community Iftar at LAUMC
Community Iftar at LAUMC Iftar at LAUMC On Sunday, March 9, 2025, Los Altos United Methodist Church opened its doors for a Community Iftar Dinner, welcoming guests from various faith backgrounds for an evening centered around Ramadan, dialogue, and togetherness. The program began with a warm welcome from Pastor Dave, setting the tone for a […]