🌿Assalamu Alaikum, Dallas!
We're back with a full issue and this one has a lot of heart behind it. This week we're shining a light on Sister Carole Strum and Kindred Barakah, a local charity doing quietly powerful work to feed and support families right here in our community. They need our help — and we'll tell you exactly how to give it. We've also got a halal find that will transport you straight to Tehran without leaving Richardson (Arash Persian Grill is everything), plus a weekend lineup that runs the gamut from a motherhood support circle over coffee to a community town hall on Islamophobia that every Muslim in DFW should know about. Oh, and if the kids need somewhere to burn some energy, we've got you covered there too. Let's get into it. 🌿
💭 FAITH REFLECTION — Keep Giving. The Need Didn't Stop When Eid Did.
Think about what Allah gave you in 2026 alone.
Ramadan — thirty days of fasting, Quran, and an open hand toward every cause that crossed your path. And then, just weeks later, the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah — days of sacrifice, Qurbani, and giving that stretched across the ummah. Two of the greatest seasons of generosity in the entire Islamic calendar. Back to back. This year.
But here's the thing about need — it doesn't follow a calendar. The families who were hungry during Ramadan are still hungry. The people who needed help before Eid still need help today. The blessed days created a wave of generosity across our community, and that wave is too powerful to just let quietly die down.
"The likeness of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is as the likeness of a grain that sprouts seven ears, in each ear a hundred grains." (Al-Baqarah: 261)
Allah doesn't multiply only the Ramadan dirham or the Dhul Hijjah dollar. He multiplies what is given sincerely — in any month, on any ordinary Friday, from any willing heart.
This week's action: Don't let your generosity go back to sleep now that the blessed seasons have passed. This week's spotlight features a local effort feeding families right here in DFW — and they need both your dollars and your time. Sadaqah doesn't have to be grand to be transformative. Show up. Give what you can. Keep the wave going.
❝ "Sadaqah does not decrease wealth." (Muslim) 🤍
🔦 THIS WEEK'S TOP PICKS
Here's a quick look at what's inside this issue — don't miss any of it:
🤲 Kindred Barakah — Community Spotlight Sister Carole Strum has been quietly feeding families, funding shelter meals, and rescuing leftover food so it reaches people who need it instead of a trash bag. This week she needs our community to show up — with sadaqah, sponsorship, or just a few hours of your time.
🍖 Arash Persian Grill (Richardson) — Halal Find Beautifully grilled meats, a stunning modern interior, and the kind of hospitality that makes you want to linger. Your next family dinner destination just found you.
🌸 It Takes a Village — Saturday Morning (Irving) VRIC Women's Committee is gathering sisters for honest conversations about the realities of motherhood — with coffee, mental health professionals, and real community. RSVP required.
🍳 Community Potluck Breakfast — Saturday (Frisco) ICF is hosting a community breakfast with their local Frisco police department. Good food, great conversations, and a little bridge-building over a Saturday morning meal.
COMMUNITY SERVICE HIGHLIGHT
Carole Sturm (OneNation Relief and Charity)
Feeding Families, One Act of Sadaqah at a Time
Most of us scroll past food insecurity statistics without thinking twice. Carole Sturm decided to do something about it. A familiar face in the DFW Muslim community, Carole runs the organization OneNation Relief and Charity, a local organization quietly doing some of the most meaningful on-the-ground work in our area. She is also collaborating with the charity arm of Kindred Barakah. Right now she is actively supporting over 30 mostly Muslim local families who are food insecure, sick, or in genuine need. Also, every month, the charity provides a breakfast to a local homeless shelter, and every other month they host a full community dinner and packed lunch there as well. The monthly breakfast costs $300 to fund, and the dinners and lunches run $1,400. Carole and her team have been fundraising and putting together those meals for years. Unfortunately this month they have had to cancel because of lack of funds. We are hoping our loyal subscribers can help out with sadaqah and their time to volunteer.
Carole also wants people to learn about one of the ways our community can help is through food rescue. Most people don't know that if you have leftover food from a wedding, a large gathering, or even a restaurant closing for the night, you can donate it directly to the charity and you are fully protected. The Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act is a federal law that shields both donors and registered charities from liability when cooked food is donated in good faith. That means your leftover catering, your wedding feast, your restaurant's end-of-night surplus — all of it can feed a family tonight instead of filling a trash bag. Carole is especially hoping to connect with local halal restaurants interested in donating unsold food at the end of the day. If that's you, please reach out.
📞 Get Involved 💛 Donate or ask questions: Text/WhatsApp Carole at 817-229-9229 💳 For tax receipts: Zelle: [email protected] or go to https://kindredbarakah.com and click on donate. If you don’t need a receipt or want your donation to remain anonymous you can Zelle 817-229-9229 (Safiyah Khan)
🙋 Volunteers needed for monthly breakfast ($300 to sponsor) and bi-monthly dinner ($1,400 to sponsor). Sponsorship or giving your time to help pack the food is always welcome.
May Allah multiply every act of generosity and accept it as sadaqah jariyah. 🤍
ISLAMIC EVENTS
Friday
IANT: 🕌 Fiqh of Funerals
While it might not be your typical Friday night dinner topic, knowing what to do when a community member passes away is one of those essential, real-world skills every Muslim needs. The Islamic Association of North Texas is wrapping up their crucial three-part seminar with Dr. Asif Hirani tonight right after Maghrib.
📅 Date: Friday, June 5th (Tonight!)
⏰ Time: After Maghrib
📍 Location: IANT Main Musallah (840 Abrams Rd, Richardson, TX 75081)
SMS: 🏀 Friday Night Lights
Brothers, if your Friday night plans currently consist of staring at your phone screen waiting for a text back, it’s time to upgrade. The Sachse Youth Brothers are throwing the ultimate end-of-the-week hangout tonight! We’re talking a solid spiritual reset with a Halaqah, followed by open gym basketball, a chill youth lounge space, and—most importantly—food right there in the gym.
📅 Date: Friday, June 5th (Tonight!)
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Sachse Masjid (2416 3rd St, Sachse, TX)
👥 Who: Brothers Ages 14+
📝 Requirement: Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and lock in your spot!
Saturday
VRIC: 🌸 It Takes a Village
Motherhood can be beautiful, rewarding, and challenging all at once. Join the VRIC Women's Committee for a meaningful morning of coffee, connection, and honest conversations about the realities of motherhood, with guidance from mental health professionals and fellow sisters in the community.
📅 Date: Saturday, June 6th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Arwa Yemeni Coffee, 7763 N MacArthur Blvd, Unit 375, Irving
☕ Perk: Gather over coffee and connect with fellow sisters in the community|
📝 RSVP: Required—visit the RSVP link listed on the flyer to reserve your spot.
ICF: ☕ Community Potluck
What's better than a yummy breakfast on a Saturday morning? Doing it with the whole community! The Islamic Center of Frisco is hosting a massive Community Potluck Breakfast, and they’ve invited some very special guests—our local Frisco police department. This is your chance to pull up, share some incredible food, and engage in great conversations.
📅 Date: Saturday, June 6th
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Islamic Center of Frisco (1137 Frisco Street, Frisco, Texas)
🍳 Style: Community Potluck (Good food, fresh brew, and great conversations!)
📝 Requirement: Scan the QR code on the flyer
Sunday
ICF : 🌹A Beautiful Life
Between climbing the career ladder, managing adult responsibilities, and trying to keep your peace, life as a young professional can get pretty hectic. It's time to take a breather and invest in your spiritual growth! ICF Elevation is hosting a weekly reflection series just for young professional sisters called "A Beautiful Life." Led by Ustadha Sophia Khan.
📅 Date: Sundays
⏰ Time: Social Hour: 6:30 PM | Program: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Islamic Center of Frisco (1137 Frisco Street, Frisco, Texas) — Downstairs Multi-Purpose Hall
MAS: 🏛️ Urgent Meeting
With rising anti-Muslim rhetoric and growing concerns affecting our communities, local organizations are coming together to discuss how we can respond, organize, and support one another. If you've been looking for a way to stay informed and engaged, this town hall is an opportunity to be part of the conversation.
📅 Date: Sunday, June 7th
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: MAS Dallas, 1515 Blake Dr
🤝 Hosted By: Faith Power Alliance, MAS Dallas, CAIR Texas DFW, and ICNA Council for Social Justice
📝 RSVP: Registration required—scan the QR code on the flyer.
HALAL FIND
If you are craving an authentic, beautifully prepared Middle Eastern feast, you need to check out Arash Persian Grill in Richardson. Step inside and you will find a bright, modern, and beautiful interior that provides a fantastic backdrop for family gatherings or weekend dinners with friends. Between the unmatched hospitality and the phenomenal aroma of grilled meats, it makes for a memorable night out! Check this reel out!
FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
A PLACE TO EXPLORE
⚡ Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park This high-energy indoor amusement park offers a massive variety of attractions designed to get the whole family moving and playing together. It provides a clean, safe, and fully climate-controlled environment that easily accommodates families looking for wholesome, active indoor entertainment.
📍 Location: 3150 S Hardin Blvd, McKinney, TX 75070
📅 Date/Time: Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
💰 Cost: Pass packages range from $24.99 to $30.99. Parent passes are available for $12.49.
👪 Audience: All Ages (Features designated areas for toddlers under 40 inches up to thrill-seeking teens and adults).
KIDS & TEENS ACTIVITIES
⚽ Perler Bead Party Soccer Edition! Create your own pixel-style soccer ball using Perler beads in this fun, hands-on crafting session. Participants will follow a simple pattern to design and fuse their beads into a sporty keepsake. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity!
📍 Location: George W. Hawkes Downtown Library, Tinker Room (100 S Center St, Arlington, TX 76010)
📅 Date/Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
💰 Cost: Free! (All materials are provided).
👪 Audience: Ages 9+ (Children ages 9-12 must be accompanied by an adult).
♟️ Rook and Roll: Community Chess Club Join in for a fantastic community chess club meetup! Whether you’re a seasoned player looking to sharpen your strategy or a complete newbie eager to learn the basics, everyone is welcome to drop in and play.
📍 Location: Frisco Library, Community Event Room B (6101 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco, TX 75034)
📅 Date/Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
💰 Cost: Free! (A limited number of chess boards are provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own).
👪 Audience: All Ages
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📍 Location: 2201 East Road to Six Flags Street, Arlington, TX 76011
📅 Date/Time: Ticket valid for park admission on any single public operating day through September 7, 2026. (Check their website for daily operating hours before visiting).
💰 Cost: 1-Day Admission starts at $49.80 (49% off); Admission + Meal, Snack, Drink Bundle starts at $71.45. (Ages 2 and under are free; parking is not included).
👪 Audience: All Ages
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