The Shia Muslim Council of Southern California would like to announce that the first day of Rabi al-Awwal 1442 A.H. will be October 18th, 2020. This is based on confirmed sightings of the new crescent moon on October 17th, 2020 throughout various cities in North America. Key Dates for Rabi al-Awwal: 8 Rabi al-Awwal (Oct. […]
On behalf of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, we would like to announce that the first day of Safar 1442 AH will be Saturday, September 19th, 2020. The crescent moon was not sighted on Thursday, September 17th, 2020. Key dates for the Month of Safar: 7 Safar – Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Mujtaba (p), 50 […]
On behalf of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, we would like to announce that the first day of Muharram 1442 AH will be Thursday, August 20th, 2020. The crescent moon was sighted during sunset on Wednesday, August 19th, 2020 in San Diego, CA and Houston, TX. Key dates for the Month of Muharram 2 […]
Based on confirmed sightings of the new crescent moon in Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte, North Carolina, and Richmond, Virgina on May 23rd, SMC announces Sunday, May 24th as the day of Eid-ul-Fitr (1st of Shawwal 1441 AH). Eid PrayersWe plan to have a live broadcast of Eid Prayer and Kutbah on Sunday, May 24th in English, led […]
On behalf of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, congratulations to you and your loved ones on the auspicious occasion on the birth of Imam al-Mahdi (AS). The night of 15th Sha’ban will be on Wednesday April 8th, 2020. May Allah (SWT) accept our Du’as, InshaAllah.Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, we have put together […]
SMC Professionals, in collaboration with the Islamic Shura Council of Southern California, is proud to present its 3rd Annual Professional Networking Event! This is an opportunity for the Muslim community to come together, network, and learn about what careers our brothers and sisters are involved in. The youth will have the chance to listen to motivational speakers, […]
On behalf of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, we would like to announce that the first day of Rajab is tomorrow Tuesday, February 25, 2020. The crescent moon was sighted during sunset on February 24th, 2020. Key dates for the Month of Rajab: 1 Rajab (Feb. 25): Birthday of […]
Prophet Muhammad Inspires: Award Winners January 5th, 2020 Event Highlights Video The Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, in collaboration with the Islamic Shura Council was honored to present a Grand Celebration of Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday: Prophet Muhammad Inspires – Banquet and Excellent Awards on Saturday, December 7th, 2019 at the Yorba Linda Community Center. This […]
December 27th, 2019 On behalf of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, we would like to announce that the first day of Jamadi Al-Awwal is tomorrow, Saturday, December 28th, 2019. The crescent moon was not sighted during sunset of December 26th, 2019. Key dates for the Month of Jamadi Al-Awwal: 5 […]
On behalf of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California, we would like to announce that the first day of Rabi al-Aakher was today, Thursday, November 28th, 2019. The crescent moon was sighted during sunset of November 27th, 2019. Key dates for the Month of Rabi al-Aakher: 10 Rabi al-Aakher – Birth Anniversary of […]