Ramadan Mubarak!
April 13 - May 12, 2021
Muslims across the world begin observing the holy month of Ramadan on April 13, 2021. Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar and marks a period of increased giving, prayer, charity, and fasting. During Ramadan, Muslims across the world fast during the day, and spend the night in prayers and reflection. The month of Ramadan typically sees festive gatherings at IAFL where we host the wider Muslim and non-Muslim community for dinner during the breaking of fast at dusk (iftar). This year, however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IAFL commnity will observe Ramadan largely from their homes while staying connected with each other with the aid of technology and gathering only for socially-distanced and limited-capacity night prayer sessions. IAFL wishes its community a blessed Ramadan!
Knowing Your Muslim Neighbors
Presented by: The Arts Council of The Southern Finger Lakes and IAFL*
January 30 - April 16, 2020
A series of four distinct documentary screenings on intriguing and informative topics will take place under this exciting and new collaboration between The Arts Council of Southern Finger Lakes and The Islamic Association of Finger Lakes. The purpose of this series is to promote knowledge regarding our Muslim neighbors and the history of the faith through times. The event will be open to all who wish to attend.
* March and April sessions are currently on hold due to COVID-19 concerns
Past Events
Throughout the year the IAFL organizes events to educate the community. Some of the past events are listed below.
November 2019
Screening: The Sultan and the Saint
Presented by IAFL and Southeast Steuben County Library
October 2019
Islamic Will Presentation and Workshop
Dr. Abdul Majid Khan
August 2019
Eid Al-Adha feast
March 2019
Identity in Crisis by Noor Kids
Prophetic Empathy by Shaykh Mikaeel Smith
September 2018
Qur'anic Transformation & Postures of Presence
Imam Wisam Sharieff