Programs at UMMA Center

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People of every generation gathered together at UMMA Center.

Programs listed: 10
You can join now: 8
Age groups: 7
Ages: 4 and up

10 programs are listed and 8 of them have something you can join right now. The rest say what they are waiting for.

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10 programs · 8 you can join now

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Salon Arabic Book Club
A monthly women’s Arabic literary and cultural gathering centered around books, meaningful questions, thoughtful conversation, and community.
Ages
Ages 19+
Next date
Tue, Nov 24 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost
Free
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UMMA Studio
Podcast, video and content studios. Tell your story. Run your show. Learn how media works.
Ages
Ages 14+
Next date
Wed, Nov 4 · 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Where
Main Area
Cost
Free
Account
A free household account
2 sessions to choose from
- Community VoicesDates not set yet
  Podcast Studio · Up to 20
- With NajlaRSVP open
  Every Wednesday · 5 – 7 PM · Main Area · Up to 70
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UMMA Friday Nights
A weekly space where youth and families can build friendships, connect with mentors, enjoy activities, pray together, and develop a lasting sense of belonging at UMMA Center.
Ages
Ages 4–18
Next date
Fri, Nov 6 · 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Where
Main Area
Cost
Free
Account
A free household account
2 sessions to choose from
- Friday Nights: Early Learners, Growing Minds & Middle SchoolDates not set yet
  Ages 4–13 · Every Friday · time to be set by staff
- UMMA Friday NightsRSVP open
  Ages 14–18 · Every Friday · 5:00–9:00 PM · Main Area · Up to 60
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ROOTED
ROOTED is a year-round boys’ community at UMMA Center built around brotherhood, belonging, mentorship, and shared experiences. Boys meet in a consistent group to hang out, eat together, talk about real life, play, build skills, serve, pray, and experience new things together.
Ages
Ages 11–18
Next date
Mon, Nov 2 · 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Where
Main Area
Cost
$100
Account
A free household account
Register
Registration open
My first steps in Islam
Spark your child's love for Islam through exciting stories, fun games, and hands-on adventures that bring faith, kindness, and Islamic values to life!
Next date
Sat, Nov 7 · 12:15 – 1:45 PM
Cost
$100
Account
A free household account
Register
Registration open
Introduction to Arabic
Let your child discover the joy of Arabic through exciting games, colorful activities, and hands-on adventures that make learning letters, words, and simple conversations fun!
Next date
Sat, Nov 7 · 3:45 – 4:45 PM
Where
Left Area
Cost
$100
Account
A free household account
Register
Registration open
Little Explorers Co-op
A weekly parent-led Muslim homeschool co-op for ages 3–5 where families learn, play, create, and grow together.
Ages
Ages 4–6
Next date
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where
Right Area
Cost
$50
Account
A free household account
Register
Application required
Homebase
You homeschool. We provide the Homebase. Mon–Thu, 8am–2pm.
Ages
Ages 7–18
Next date
Tue, Nov 3 · 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost
Free · by application
Account
A free household account
Apply to join
Not currently running
From the Tree to the Jar
An olive jar holds more than olives. It holds memories of home, stories of our mothers and grandmothers, and traditions we carry wherever we go.
Cost
$25
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Not currently running
Introduction to Qur'an
A fun and encouraging journey into the Qur'an, where young learners discover Arabic letters, practice recitation, and begin memorizing short Surahs.
Cost
$100
Account
A free household account
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Mon, Nov 2 · 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Homebase
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Mon, Nov 2 · 5:00 – 7:00 PM
ROOTED
Main Area
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Tue, Nov 3 · 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Homebase
See Tue, Nov 3

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