Jun. 7NEWS AND ACTIVITIES AROUND US (South/Central NJ)

CONTENTS

1. Useful Islamic web and U-tubes…

2. Online Diploma in Islamic Studies starts tonight…

3. New Halal restaurants in your area..

4. Traffic Safety Tips

5. Danger of Cell Phone use- new findings

6. Graduation Celebrations

7. Flea Market and BBQ @ WHY-Islam on June 11 (Sat) 10 AM

8. Imam Zaid Shakir @ Rosewood Banquet Hall in Edison for NUI Fundraising @ 6 PM June 11 (Sat)

9. ISCJ Weekend school graduation and BBQ on June 12 (Sunday)

10. NUI Middle school and High School graduation June 18, 19

11. Imam Hasan Abu Naar and Br. Mubin Kathrada @ Islamic school of Trenton Fundraising dinner @

Masjid As-Safat, Trenton on June 19.

12. MYNA Summer National Retreat on June 19-26 in NY

13. ICMC Family BBQ and Graduate Recognition on June 25 (Sat) 12 PM.

14. Shariah Law by Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali @ Ewing Masjid on June 26, 11AM.

15. Imam Siraj Wahhaj @ My Community My Family Summer Fest on July 9 (Sat) at Cadwalder Park,

Trenton.

16. Dr. Tariq Ramadan and Shaykh Abdullah Adhami @ WHY-Islam Center on July 16 (Sat) 17. A useful article about Successful Marriage by Ustadha Zaynab Ansari

COMMUNITY NEWS:

ICMC Lawrenceville community members Br. Mullah Rehman lost his mother in Bangladesh and Br. Fayyaz lost his sister in Pakistan. Please make special Dua for them.

VERY GOOD U-TUBES/WEB PAGES: (Shared by Br. Munir Islam: WHY-Islam member)1) Very good Recitation and translation of Surah Furqan

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPoZiNvwmEI   2) Tafsir Ibn Kathir http://www.tafsir.com/   3) Tafheemul Qur'an by Maulana Maududi http://www.quranenglish.com/tafheem_quran/025-1.htm

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Islamic Learning Foundation (ILF) Online Diploma in Islamic StudiesAssalam Alaikum brothers & sisters,

Please use the following link to register for the upcoming online ILF classes. Once you register, you will receive a separate email from the (OIIW Admin) gotoWebinar with login link and other important details. Also, you will receive an email from ilfnj@icnanj.org with acceptance letter, class policies and procedures, GoToWebinar attendee quick reference guide, and ILF Classes program details.

Registration web link: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/147229414

1. classes will be held ONLINE format.

2. classes will be scheduled during weekdays at night e.g. 9pm - 10:30pm once a week i.e. Every Tuesday night. Class starting June 7th 2011 (tonight) inshaAllah.3. classes will be taught by renowned teachers and scholars inshaAllah. (Imam Jawad Ahmad will teach Level I classes)4. classes will be offered in professional way. A multi-level, multi-semester approach will be adhered to. Advanced level classes will be offered to ICNA members that have completed all 4 levels.5. New website www.ILFNJ.org will be utilized to load the recorded sessions for members and promote for the new classes and courses. access will be provided to registered students.6. Students and attendees will get a certificate after completing each level. At the end of all 4 levels ILF Diploma will be awarded.7. There will be a $50 per semester (per Level) registration fee to cover the cost & expenses of Online class.

New Halal restaurants in your area:1. Halal pizza, subs and gyros.

Franklin Pizza & GrillCuisine: American1991 New Jersey 27, Somerset, NJPhone: (732) 422-0111

2. Shalimar in North Brunswick – Opened last week.

Reinventing the EducationClick the link below and do not forget to watch TED video clip. It will help in your kid's education. His web site offers free courses in Maths, Science etc at all levels.  http://blogs.forbes.com/erikkain/2011/05/29/sal-khan-on-how-technology-can-humanize-the-classroom/ (Forwarded by Maqsood Tange)

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Safe driving is a matter of health and safety. You have certain responsibilities to ensure that you protect yourself

and others from this very serious hazard. Make sure you follow traffic rules and drive safely.

Obey posted speed limits.

Obey posted traffic signs. Stop signs require a full stop; simply slowing down is not acceptable.

Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and intersections. Pedestrians have the right of way.

Joggers and walkers must use sidewalks and/or walking trails. Always wear your seat belt, and insist that your passengers buckle up too, per state law.

Always look as far ahead as possible for the earliest recognition of safety hazards. Keep a two- to three-second cushion between you and the vehicle immediately ahead of you.

Don't drive and talk (or text) on a cell phone. – State law makes using a hand-held communications device while driving a primary offense.

– Pull over and park in a safe place when using a hand-held cellular phone and other hand-held mobile devices while driving.

Obey parking rules -Parking is NOT permitted in roadways or in “No Parking” areas, fire lanes, and in front of buildings and loading docks. This is required by state law.

Danger of Cell Phone use: Please read the below 2 articles submitted by Brs. Ali Chaudhry and Akhtar Khan:We took 1 Egg, & 2 Mobiles.We placed the egg between the 2 mobiles. We then initiated a call between the two mobiles, and allowed it to continue for approximately 65 minutes... During the first 15 minutes nothing happened. 25 minutes later, the egg started getting hot. 45 minutes later, the egg was hot. 

65 minutes later, the egg was fully cooked. Conclusion: The radiation from the mobiles has the potential to heat and modify the proteins of the egg. Imagine what it can do with the proteins of your brains when you make long calls. 

Please try to reduce long time calls on mobile phones. 

Enjoy the summer;

But Drive Safely!

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WHO warns of possible link between cell phones, brain cancerBy Bob BrownMay 31, 2011 03:42 PM ET

Network World - The World Health Organization (WHO) has determined that radiation from cell phones can possibly increase brain cancer risk - a change in thinking for an organization that previously has denied evidence of any such link. The decision is based on the judgment of a group of 31 scientists from 14 countries including the United States who reviewed a collection of the latest research while in France earlier this month. The decision is sobering considering there are some 5 billion cell phones in use now.

"The WHO/International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as possibly carcinogenic to humans... based on an increased risk for glioma, a malignant type of brain cancer1, associated with wireless phone use," WHO reports. WHO recommends that users limit their exposure to such radiation if possible, though more research is needed to verify an absolute link between cell phone use and cancer

The Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) was quick to point out the limits of the latest WHO/IARC conclusion: " IARC conducts numerous reviews and in the past has given the same score to, for example, pickled vegetables and coffee. This IARC classification does not mean cell phones cause cancer. Under IARC rules, limited evidence from statistical studies can be found even though bias and other data flaws may be the basis for the results”.

Daring Fireball blogger John Gruber   wrote in light of the WHO announcement: "I think it's quite possible that this issue could be the single greatest long-term threat to Apple. I'd hate to see today's handset makers turn into yesterday's tobacco companies." Though he updated his post to stress that WHO said a link can't be ruled out, not that it's definite.

http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9217159/WHO_warns_of_possible_link_between_cell_phones_brain_cancer?source=CTWNLE_nlt_pm_2011-05-31

GRADUATION CELEBRATIONS:Many schools and local Masaajid in the area organize Graduation Days for the community members who are graduating from high school and colleges. If you or your children are one of them, please check your local Masjid or school announcement and give the details to the respective administrations.

ISCJ WEEKEND SCHOOL GRADUATION: JUNE 12, SUNDAY.

As in the past, ICMC, Lawrenceville is also organizing a Graduation Day event in Lawrenceville. If you are associated with the ICMC and you or your children are one of the graduates, please send me the following information on or before June 10, 2011. Name of the graduate, Graduating from (high school or college name and city/State), Parent’s name:Intended major or education field (for high school graduates), Major or education field (for college graduates):Highest Degree (for college graduates):

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NEWS & INFORMATION SUMMARY:

June 11 Sat - 2 events (morning and evening):

1. WHY-Islam Flea Market with BBQ Lunch 10 AM-5 PM @ WHY-Islam Center 1320 Hamilton St, Somerset, NJ;

2. Noorul Iman school Annual Giving Gala with Imam Zaid Shakir 6 PM @ Rosewood Banquet Hall, 2863 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ

June 12 Sun- 2 events (morning and evening):

1. ISCJ Weekend School Graduation @ ISCJ premises at 10 AM 2. ISCJ BBQ 12-4 PM @ Thompson Park, Lakeview Ave, Jamesburg, NJ.

June 19 Sunday - 3 events: 1. Noorul Iman (NUI) High School Graduation dinner2. MYNA Summer National Retreat is in New York from June 19th to June 26th

3. Islamic School of Trenton Fundraising dinner Annual Day and Fundraising Dinner

ofIslamic School of Trenton 

Imam Hasan Abu Naar and Mubin Kathrada

Sunday June 19th

at Masjid As- Saffat, 25 Oxford Street, Trenton, NJ 08648

June 25 Saturday - 1 event: ICMC Lawrenceville Family BBQ and Graduate recognition Day Speaker: Ibaad Sadiq, (ICNA Youth Leader)

Date: Saturday, June 25th, 2011 at 12 Noon

Venue: ICMC, 336 Lawrence Station Road, Lawrenceville, NJ

This event is open to all ICMC community members and their families.

If you know any graduating seniors from High School or College and associated with ICMC, please send us the details: school/college name, parent’s names, contact phone/email address. You may call, send us an email or write the details on the Masjid board.

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June 26 Sunday - 1 event: A special seminar with Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali of Zaytuna College! Where: The Islamic Cener of Ewing  685 Parkway Ave, Ewing, NJ 08618When: June 26, 2011 @ 11am to 5pm Cost: FREE

July 9 Saturday - 1 event:

Imam Siraj Wahhaj & Shaikh Rasul White at MY COMMUNITY, MY FAMILY SUMMER FEST II at the Historic Cadwalder Park (Noon to Dusk).

July 16 Saturday - 1 event: Dr. Tariq Ramadan and Shaykh Abdullah Adhami @ WHY-Islam Center

ICMC Information: Please visit www.islamicircle.org

Jummah Sermon (Kuthba) starts around 1:05 pm and Jummah salaat ends around 1:45 pm.  Here is a quick summary of our daily prayer times for June 2011: 

Iqama time June 1-15 June 16-30

Fajr 4:55 AM 4:55 AM

Duhr 1:15 PM 1:15 PM

Asr 6:40 PM 6:40 PM

Maghrib 10 MIN AFTER SUNSET TIME

Isha 10:25 PM 10:25 PM

See details below…..NUI ANNUAL GIVING GALA Saturday, June 11th @ 6pm Keynote Speaker: Imam Zaid Shakir Rosewood Banquet Hall 2863 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ

Tickets: $30/adult, $25/child, $100/family (2 parents and up to 4 children aged 18 & under).

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 Flea Market @ WHY-Islam Center with BBQ on June 11 (SAT):

Kindly bring your families and enjoy delicious BBQ under the supervision of Grand Master BBQ Specialist Anas Bhai and his team.

ISCJ Annual BBQSun, June 12, 2011@ 12:00—4.00 PM Thompson Park, Lakeview Ave, Jamesburg, NJTickets: Only $7 per personTickets will be available at the ISCJ office.E-mail: SocialActivities@iscj.org for more information. For directions or additional information,please call 732-284-8275 or 610-564-9700 or 917-763-1900 or 347-935-2448

Directions from ISCJ (about 20 minutes): Take County Rd 522 East, make a right at US-130 going South, take NJ-32 East (see signs for NJ-32 E/Jamesburg/NJ Turnpike). NJ-32 East turns into Forsgate Drive. Continue onto Forsgate Dr forabout 3 1/2 miles. Pass Perrineville Rd intersection and make the next right onto Lakeview Ave (just after Center state realty on right). The picnic is at Grove Two). Directional signs & balloons will be posted.Please join us with your family and friends for our annual barbeque. Bring your sports equipment or bikes.

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The Islamic Center of Ewing (ICE) and Lamppost Productions cordially invite you to a special seminar with Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali of Zaytuna College!                            "What is the Shari'ah? Understanding & Defending Muslim Rights in America"  

    Where: The Islamic Cener of Ewing  685 Parkway Ave, Ewing, NJ 08618 When: June 26, 2011 @ 11am to 5pm Cost: FREE  MY COMMUNITY, MY FAMILY SUMMER FEST II at the Historic Cadwalder Park (Noon to Dusk on July 9, 2011 – Saturday): This year’s Summer Fest is going to be Bigger and Better: Car & Motorcycle Show; Games & Activities for children; Live Entertainment.Guest Speaker: Imam Siraj Wahhaj & Keynote Speaker: Sheikh Rasul WhiteLots & Lots Free Wonderful Food to enjoy!

Direction from PRINCETON: Take 206 South to traffic light past Rider University campus, which is Eggert’s Crossing Road. Go right, proceed to end and make left onto Ewingville Rd. Continue on this road, it will turn into Parkside Ave after Spruce St. Cross over Olden Ave. and Rt.31, cross Stuyvesant Ave. At the next light, turn right into Cadwalader Park.

US ROUTE 1 SOUTH:Take last exit before toll at Warren St. Turn right at the end of the ramp to next light. This is Market St. Go left on Market and stay to the left and proceed to 29 N. Take Parkside Ave. exit to second light and go left into Cadwalader Park.

MYNA Summer National Retreat is in New York from June 19th to June

26th.REGISTRATION IS OPEN! If you plan on being there, REGISTER NOW before we fill up!Cost of Transportation is Not included in camp cost.

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To Register: https://www.instantreg.com/registration/register.jspx?id=88c0a1f6ee486282For more information: http://www.isna.net/Youth/pages/Upcoming-MYNA-Events.aspxFor Questions email: camp@myna.org

MARRIAGE COUNSELING1. Marriage takes work. There's no way to get around that. And it takes work from BOTH sides. Sisters tell me that very often they will put a lot of work into the marriage, but, unfortunately, the husband doesn't keep up his end. Both husband and wife should realize from the outset that being married is more than bringing home the money, paying the bills, cooking, and cleaning. Being married means nurturing a relationship with love, patience, generosity, and a good sense of humor. I highly recommend Ustadha Hedaya Hartford's Initiating and Upholding an Islamic Marriage (almuhajabat.com) for some deep insights into the spiritual aspects of marriage.

 2. A good marriage is strengthened by spiritual growth, emotional maturity, and intellectual development on both sides. If husbands and wives don't grow together, they often grow apart. Each person is responsible as an individual for fulfilling their religious obligations. However, each person is part of a team. Like Ustadha Hedaya says in her book, the spirit of an Islamic marriage is that of husband and wife gently pulling each other into Paradise. Spouses should set aside time for each other: time to worship, time to work, and time to play. Doing a variety of activities together can strengthen their bond and cause them to see each other in a new light

3. People often mistake lust for love. When husband and wife are newlyweds, they often experience a high level of desire for each other. Over time, as the spouses get used to each other and settle into routines, that passion can wane. Having children can also tax their physical relationship. Then husband and wife get disappointed with each other because they expected that that initial high of the honeymoon period would last forever. The key here is to realize that the driving force behind marriage has to be something more stable and more profound than passion. Passion is a good thing. But it has to be balanced and expanded upon with love. You don't want to wake up one day and decide, o since I've run out of passion, I must not be in love anymore

4. Sometimes it takes a lifetime to discover what love truly is. It isn't anything like the portrayals in popular entertainment. It doesn't always reveal itself in some great epiphany. Instead, it manifests itself in very subtle, almost unconscious ways. Husbands and wives don't magically fall in love. They have to strive toward it, battling many obstacles on the way. Love is worth fighting for. And the best help we can have in this struggle is the divine tawfiq, or success, of Allah Most High. To achieve this divine help, we have to constantly turn to Allah in sincere supplication, strive to perform our religious obligations, and honor the rights of our spouses, even when we don't want to. Sometimes we may not like our spouses. However, remember the words of Allah Most High, "And consort with your wives in a goodly manner; for if you dislike them, it may well be that you dislike something which God might yet make a source of abundant good." [Al-Nisa, 4:19]. 5. Marriage is a commitment made upon the Word of Allah and the Sunna of His Messenger, Allah bless him and grant him peace. It should not be taken lightly, and it should not be ended lightly. Please encourage your husband to seek counseling. This is the best way. Allah Most High says that the believers decide their affairs through shura, or mutual consultation. Tell your husband that you are committed to finding a solution.

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Answered by Ustadha Zaynab Ansari, SunniPath Academy Teacher

http://qa.sunnipath.com/issue_view.asp?HD=7&ID=7700&CATE=1432