Friday

Irving: 📖Quran recitation, Nasheed by Tanzeel students
Get ready! Tanzeel Academy is hosting a Quran Night featuring captivating recitations, soulful nasheeds, and more by their talented students. It's a perfect evening for a dose of spiritual upliftment and a chance to connect with the community.
Date: Friday, January 24th & Time: After Isha (7:45 PM)
Location: Islamic Center of Irving, 2555 Esters Rd., Irving, TX
Special Guest: Sh. Abdelkarim Edghouch

Frisco: 🌮Let's Taco 'Bout It: Air Dry Clay Workshop + Taco Night
Calling all creative middle schoolers! Get ready for a fun-filled evening of crafting and delicious food at the Islamic Center of Frisco's "Let's Taco 'Bout It" event. Unleash your inner artist with an air dry clay workshop, then feast on a vibrant taco night with a build-your-own taco bar. It's the perfect mix of creativity and fun!
Date: Friday, January 24th & Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Age: Middle Schoolers & Instructor: Ustadha Sophia Khan
Location: Islamic Center of Frisco, 11137 Frisco St, Frisco, TX 75033

Saturday

Irving: 🍴Meal Pack (Volunteers Needed)
Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? Join IRUSA's Meal Pack event and lend a hand in packing millions of meals for those in need! It's a fun and rewarding way to give back to your community and make a positive impact on the world.
Date: Saturday, January 25th & Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: VRIC North, 9940 Valley Ranch Pkwy W, Irving, TX 75063
Sign Up: IRUSA.org/volunteer

West Plano:📝Sister’s Reset
Feeling the winter blues? Looking for a way to connect with other amazing sisters in the community? Join the IACC Sisters Committee for "Sisters Reset!" It's a chance to chat, share stories, and build meaningful connections with your sisters in Islam. Plus, don't forget to bring a dish to share!
Date: Saturday, January 25th & Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Sisters Main Hall Upstairs, Plano Masjid

Sunday

Richardson: 🎒Open House at Rising Stars Academy
Thinking about enrolling your little one in daycare, preschool, or Kindergarten? Join Rising Stars Academy for their Open House and see what makes their program so special! Learn about their state-approved curriculum, full immersion Arabic and Quran programs, and experienced childhood professionals.
Date: Saturday, January 26th & Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Rising Stars Academy, 1515 Blake Dr, Richardson, TX 75081

Plano: 🕌 Land Purchase Fundraising Dinner
Join the Islamic Center of Aubrey for a special fundraising dinner to support their land purchase! Enjoy a delicious meal, hear from esteemed guests like Mufti Hussain Kamani and Sheikh Monzer Taleb, and contribute to a worthy cause. It's a night of community, giving back, and celebrating the future of the Islamic Center of Aubrey.
Date: Sunday, January 26th & Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Crystal Banquet Hall
Tickets: lu.ma/ICA2025

🏡 Dallas Property Taxes Are Going Up – Yikes! Brace yourselves, Dallas homeowners—property taxes have skyrocketed by a whopping 32.7% over the past five years! In 2024, the median tax bill hit $6,409, making Dallas County the third highest in the nation. As home values keep climbing, so do those pesky taxes. Looks like it’s time to tighten the belt and get creative with budgeting!

💰 Dallas Tops Texas in Million-Dollar Home Sales Hold onto your hats, Dalla sites! From November 2023 to October 2024, the DFW area saw a 14% jump in luxury home sales, totaling 4,992 properties. These million-dollar marvels made up a whopping 19% of the region's residential sales volume. The median size of these opulent abodes? A spacious 4,212 square feet! Whether you're buying or just dreaming, the market is hotter than ever!