The Weekend: 🌲Walk in the Park, 🥞Community Breakfast, & Much More!

🍂 Fall Into the Weekend!

As-salamu alaikum! It’s officially October, and the air is crisp (well, at least in spirit!). The weekend is finally here, and your only mission is fun, food, and community. We’ve rounded up the best Halal spots, the most exciting local events, and perfect Muslim-friendly hangouts to make the most of this beautiful season. Grab a warm drink and plan your DFW adventure!

🤐 Guarding Your Tongue

Our faith warns that Ghaybah (backbiting) is a heavy sin. This weekend, let the goal of your social time be to spread light, not to diminish others. Self-control is found in the beneficial words we choose to speak, and the hurtful ones we choose not to.

Do: Practice The Two-Second Pause. When another person's name comes up in conversation, pause for two seconds. If your thought isn't positive or necessary, gently change the topic.

In this issue:

  • 🕹️ Kahoot Night

  • 🌲 Walk in the Park

  • 🥞 Community Breakfast

    Let’s get into it!

ISLAMIC EVENTS

Friday

IAA: 🕹️ Kahoot Night
Looking for a night of educational fun and family bonding? Head over to the Islamic Association of Allen (IAA) for a Community Kahoot Night! The evening is hosted by Imam ARB. Bring your family and friends to compete, learn new things about your faith, and win prizes! It promises to be a lively and engaging event that is fun for all ages!
Time: After Isha (8:30 PM)
📍 Location: Islamic Association of Allen 909 Allen Central Dr, Allen, TX 75013
🗓️ Date: Friday October 3

SMS: 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Family Night
Looking for an inspiring, meaningful way to kick off your weekend? The Sachse Muslim Society is hosting a special Family Night tonight! Join renowned scholars Shaykh Suraqah and Shaykh Chad for an uplifting evening of learning and reflection. Bring the whole family for connection, community, and best of all, snacks provided after the program.
📍 Location: Sachse Masjid, Main Musallah – 2412 3 rd Street, Sachse, TX 75048
🗓️ Date: Tonight! Friday, October 3rd
Time: 7:00 PM (After Maghrib Prayer)

Saturday

ISRA: 📜 Foundations of Forever
Considering marriage or just curious about how to make a successful Muslim home? Don't leave your happily-ever-after to chance! Join Ustadha Sophia Khan for "Foundations of Forever: Preparing for Marriage in Islam." Start with Suhbah & Coffee before diving into a vital lecture that covers all the essentials for building a strong, lasting, and beautiful Islamic marriage.
🎙️ Speaker: Ustadha Sophia Khan
📍 Location: ISRA HQ, 930 W Parker Rd, Suite #530, Plano, TX 75023 (Onsite & Online)
🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 5:00 PM (Check-In, Suhbah & Coffee) | 6:00 PM (Lecture)

IAA: 🌲  Walk in the Park
Ready to establish brotherhood, one step at a time? Join the brothers of the Islamic Association of Allen (IAA) for a Walk in the Park after Fajr! This early morning outing is a perfect blend of faith, fitness, and fraternity. Start your day with Fajr, enjoy a light breakfast, and connect with your local community.
📍 Location: Walking starts from Allen Masjid
🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 4th
Time: 6:30 AM (After Fajr)

VRIC: 🚶🏻‍♀️ Ladies Hike
Ready to swap your gym clothes for hiking boots and your treadmill for a scenic trail? Join the VRIC Women's Committee for their monthly Ladies Hike this Saturday morning! This is your chance to get those steps in, breathe some fresh Texas air, and connect with other sisters while enjoying the beautiful Sam Houston Trail. This refreshing outdoor adventure is the perfect way to feel energized and make some new friends. Just make sure to RSVP to secure your spot!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 4th
Time: 7:30 AM Sharp!
📍 Location: Sam Houston Trail
(Park 101 I-635, Irving, TX 75038)

VRIC: 🧕🏻  It Takes a Village
Juggling parenthood and trying to maintain a God-centered home? You're not alone! The VRIC Women's Committee invites you to their ongoing series, "It Takes a Village," focusing this month on "Raising with Rahmah: Striving for Compassionate Homes." Join the sisters for heartfelt reminders and practical tips to bring mercy and compassion into your parenting journey.
🎙️ Host: VRIC Women's Committee
📍 Location: VRIC Main
🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 4th|
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Sunday


IANT: 🥞 Community Breakfast
Need a delicious incentive to get out of bed after Fajr? The IANT Masjid invites the whole community to their Community Breakfast this Sunday! Join us for a morning filled with barakah, great food (scrambled eggs, pastries, and more!), and connection with your neighbors. It's the perfect way to spiritually and physically recharge your entire family for the week ahead!
📍 Location: IANT Multi-Purpose Hall
🗓️ Date: Sunday, October 5th
Time: After Fajr Salah
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ages: All ages welcome

ISRA: 🧼  Clean Up
Ready to start your Sunday with a double dose of sadaqah? Join the ISRA Foundation for Fajr, followed by a hearty breakfast, and then a meaningful Street Clean-Up! This is part of the Adopt-A-Highway project with the City of Plano, putting that Sunnah reminder—that removing something harmful from the path is charity—into action. Register now and let's clean up our community!
📍 Location: ISRA HQ, 930 W. Parker Rd, Suite 530, Plano, TX 75075
🗓️ Date: Sunday, October 5
Time: Fajr 6:45 AM – 9:00 AM (Ends after breakfast/clean-up)

HALAL FINDS

It is time for Koshary Time!

Dallas just got a little more yum-tastic! You absolutely have to check out the new Koshary Time location at 2434 Belt Line Rd. This spot is bringing the legendary Egyptian street food straight to DFW, and it’s a bowl of pure, comforting magic! Koshary is the ultimate mix-up: a glorious pile of rice, lentils, chickpeas, and pasta, all smothered in a zesty, secret tomato sauce and topped with perfectly crispy fried onions. Watch this, then go get your fix!

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES


PLACE TO GO

🕯️ Golden Blk Candle Lounge – Pour Light & Community
Golden Blk Candle Lounge, offers a unique and luxurious experience where you learn the science and art of clean candle making. It’s a creative sanctuary designed for connection, celebration, and crafting your own custom-scented soy-wax masterpiece.

  • 📍 Location: 2242 Monitor St., Suites 130 & 140, Dallas, TX 75207

  • 💰 Cost: Classes start around $65–$75 per person for the Classic Experience.

  •  What to Expect: A guided 90-minute workshop to create two custom-scented candles (12oz & 4oz).

KIDS & TEENS ACTIVITIES

🧱 Fort Worth Brick Convention
The Fort Worth Brick Convention is the ultimate event for LEGO lovers! This second annual event at Dickies Arena will be the largest LEGO fan event in Texas, featuring twice the creations, professional builders, and a huge Construction Zone for building. A portion of the proceeds supports Creations for Charity.

📍 Location: Simmons Bank Pavilion at Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, TX 
📅 Date & Time: October 4, 2025, to October 5, 2025 
💰 Cost: $15.99 plus fees (Free for children 2 and under)
👪 Audience: All ages 
 What to Expect: Giant LEGO displays, professional artist meet-and-greets, Star Wars Zone, Brick Pits, and a retail area. (Tickets: brickconvention.com/fortworth)

🎨 Paint with Me In-Person
Get creative at the "Paint with Me In-Person" class! This event is your chance to explore different types of paint media and create your own unique artwork. All materials are provided, so just bring your inspiration. 

📍 Location: Tinker Room, George W. Hawkes Downtown Library 
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 
👪 Audience: Ages 9+ (Tweens, Teens, and Adults) 
 What to Expect: Learn to use different paint media. Materials are provided.

🔥 Fire Safety Day (All Ages)
Enjoy fun and educational activities with the McKinney Fire Department at Fire Safety Day! This popular, free event is a great chance for all ages to meet Smokey the Bear, explore a real fire truck or ambulance up close, and learn crucial safety tips directly from your local firefighters.

📍 Location: John and Judy Gay Library (6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070)📅 Date & Time: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 
💰 Cost: Free! (Registration required)
👪 Audience: All Ages 
 What to Expect: Meet firefighters and Smokey the Bear, and tour a fire truck or ambulance.

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