Aisha Fatima Community

Mama & Mini's Fitness Class (AFC x FBM)
2025-07-14 09:45 - 11:00, 2025-08-11 09:45 - 11:00, 2025-10-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Fitness By Maryam, 113 W Roosevelt Rd, Villa Park, IL, 60181, United States
Calling all moms of 0-3 year olds! Join the AFC and FBM family for a fun workout with your little ones! Teach your tiny ones the importance of movement no matter how busy and have some fun along the way.
Taught by Maryam Toor, head coach at Fitness By Maryam.
Spots are limited!
Disclaimer: If you are pregnant, please consult with your provider prior to taking this class. Inform the fitness instructor prior to the beginning of class for modifications support.

Open House
2025-08-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for our Open House!
Meet the Aisha Fatima Community team, explore ways to get involved, and enjoy light refreshments as we kick off an exciting new semester!
Our Fall Programming Calendar will be announced soon – it’s a busy semester ahead, so keep an eye out for our registration page!
📅 Date: Sunday, August 17th
🕒 Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 Location: Aisha Fatima Community
330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, 60148

Quran Reading (Ages 5-12)
2025-09-02 16:30 - 17:15 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
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Join our Quran class, taught by Aalimah Sabah Memon, designed to teach your child tajweed, fluency, recitation, and Surah memorization. Classes are small and personalized to prioritize each child’s growth.
Learn more about Aalimah Sabah Memon here.
Please fill out our Waiver Form using this link before completing registration: https://www.jotform.com/form/252178341971057
Details:
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Ages: 5-12 years old
Duration:

September 2 – December 18

NO class November 26 and 27

Format: In-Person Only
Pricing:

Students will be charged $140/month + $25 (materials)

(Please note: All payments are non-refundable)

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Quran Reading Group 2 (Ages 8-12)
2025-09-02 17:10 - 17:40 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
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Join our 4-month Quran class, taught by Aalimah Sabah Memon, designed to teach your child tajweed, fluency, recitation, and Surah memorization. Classes are small and personalized to prioritize each child’s growth.
Please fill out our Waiver Form using this link before completing registration: https://www.jotform.com/form/252178341971057
Details:
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 5:10 pm – 5:40 pm
Ages: 8-12 years old
Duration:

September 2 – December 18

NO class November 26 and 27

Format: In-Person Only
Pricing:

4 month class total: $585

Students will be charged $140/month + $25 (materials)

(Please note: All payments are non-refundable)

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Recite with Confidence: Quran for Beginners
2025-09-04 19:00 - 19:30 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
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Join our Quranic Recitation class with Ustaadha Ammara Iqbal to learn accurate pronunciation and recitation techniques. Starting with the fundamentals of Arabic letter articulation, progressing gradually to more advanced topics. By the end of this class, students will develop the skills and confidence to recite the Quran with precision and accuracy.
Ustaadha Ammara has been studying tajweed and Arabic since 2001. She studied at Madrasa Ayesha Siddiqa in Islamabad (Pakistan). She received her Ijazah for tajweed in the Jazariyah with Mawlana Arif Kamal, with whom she still recites. Ustaadha Ammara has been teaching Quran reading and tajweed to both children and adults at Uthman Academy since 2016.
Details:
Schedule: Thursdays, 7 pm – 8 pm
Class Size: 12 students
Duration:

September 4 – December 18

NO class November 27

Format: In-Person Only
Pricing:

4 month class total: $325
Students will be charged $150 bi-monthly + $25 (materials)
(Please note: All payments are non-refundable

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

The Seerah
2025-09-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join Aalimah Sabah Memon as she covers the biography and life of the Prophet (SAW) infused with backgrounds of prominent women of the time, relevant lessons and applications, and Quranic reflections and connections. There will be discussions regarding ongoing interactive themes.
Learn more about Aalimah Sabah Memon here.
Details:

Schedule: Saturdays, 9 AM – 10 AM
Duration:

12 weeks (September 13th – December 6th)

NO class on November 29th

Format: In-Person Only

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Rooted Conversations with Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin
2025-09-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Topic: Seeking Marriage Without Losing Yourself
Join us for a heart-centered monthly gathering where women come together to explore meaningful topics through the lens of Islamic wisdom and lived experience. Led by Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin, each session opens with a discussion on a preselected theme — ranging from personal growth to spiritual development and everything in between — followed by an open-floor Q&A.
This is your space to ask, reflect, and connect in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you’re seeking clarity, comfort, or simply community, Rooted Conversations with Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin invites you to show up just as you are.
Come with questions, leave with insight.
Come with thoughts, leave with connection.
Come for one another, stay for yourself.
Learn more about Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin here.

Asma' Ul-Husna
2025-09-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join Aalimah Farheen Farooq to study Asma’ul Husna (the beautiful names of Allah SWT) through a spiritual and mental health lens. Over the next few weeks we will be reflecting on the meanings and attributes of Allah’s beautiful names to inspire love for Allah SWT, hope, and personal growth.
Learn more about Aalimah Farheen Farooq here.
Details:

Schedule: Thursdays, 12 PM – 1 PM

Duration: 10 weeks (September 18 – November 20)

Format: Zoom

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Calligraphy Workshop
2025-09-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join Artspiration by Aqsa for an introduction to Arabic calligraphy in Thuluth script using traditional calligraphy tools. Participants will be practicing letters with measurements and will be able to take home a complete Arabic word as a final product.
Supplies will be included!

Paint Night
2025-10-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join AFC and ArtSmart Academy for a fun night of painting and creativity! Juveria Inayat, from ArtSmart Academy, will guide you step-by-step through a fall-themed painting.
No prior experience needed, all materials will be provided!

First 40 Days & Beyond: A Roadmap for Postpartum Wellness
2025-10-25 10:30 - 14:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for an informative program designed to support mothers during the first 40 days of postpartum. Learn how to navigate this transformative period through an Islamic lens, as well as insights from experts in mental health, nutrition, birth and breastfeeding.
Nursing babies ages 2 and under are welcome to attend with their mothers.
Seminar Schedule
10:15 – 10:30: Registration and Welcome
10:30 – 11: Before Postpartum Comes Birth: Preparing for the Unknown to Ease the Journey Ahead – with Shannon Costa
11:05 – 11:35: Fiqh in the First Forty Days and Beyond – with Alimah Amina Tirmizi
11:40 – 12:10: Mental Health in the First Forty Days and Beyond – with Alimah Farheen Farooq, LPC, M.Ed, NCC
12:10 – 12:25: Refreshments
12:25 – 12:55: Postpartum Nutrition and Bodywork – with Faaizah Patel
1:00 – 1:30: Feeding Baby in the First Forty Days – with Nour Sahraoui, MD
1:35 – 2:00: Panelist Q&A
Learn about the Speakers

Alimah Amina Tirmizi, MA:
Amina Tirmizi began her pursuit of sacred knowledge in 2006 under esteemed scholars across North America, and in 2007 embarked on the path of Tazkiyah under the mentorship of Shaykh Husain Abdul Sattar (db), a journey she continues today. She earned a degree in Psychology and English from Stony Brook University in 2008 before traveling to Pakistan for advanced studies in Qur’an, Hadith, Arabic, and Islamic Law, completing the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum in 2014 with an Alimiyyah degree, double Masters in Islamic Sciences and Arabic, and later specializing in Islamic Law & Women’s Issues.
In 2015, she founded Sumaiyah Institute to guide women in classical Islamic learning and spirituality, and in 2018 launched the Sisters Islamic Forum, an online space providing women access to beneficial Islamic knowledge and timely Q&A. A dedicated mother of five, she recently relocated to Chicagoland to be part of its vibrant Islamic community while continuing her mission of teaching, spiritual growth, and community service.
Alimah Farheen Farooq, LPC, MEd, NCC:
Farheen is a nationally board-certified, licensed psychotherapist and an Alimah dedicated to supporting Muslim women and children. She works full-time in the mental health field and teaches Hadith from Mishkat Sharif at Zaynab Institute, and also teaches Asma’ul Husna at Aisha Fatima Community. Farheen brings deep empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a spiritually integrated, holistic approach to care. Her background in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, along with training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness informs her multifaceted, compassionate work. Farheen has also trained in brainspotting and is currently working on pursuing her EMDR certification this year to build on her skills in trauma-focused therapy. She is committed to empowering clients and her students through education by helping them build confidence, heal within, and navigate complex relationships through the lens of the Sunnah.
Shannon Costa, Certified Doula:
Shannon Costa is a certified birth doula (DONA) and childbirth educator (Lamaze) serving families across Greater Chicago. With a focus on Muslim families, she blends evidence-based care with faith-aligned support.
She has studied Islamic Ethics through the Al-Amin Ethics Institute, integrating this knowledge into her work through guidance on ritual purity and Islamic perspectives on childbirth.
Shannon centers her care on dhikr, comfort, and compassion—honoring each birth as a sacred journey and supporting families with presence, knowledge, and faith.
Faaizah Patel, BSN-IHNP:
Faaizah completed her nurse training in Leeds, UK where she was born and raised. She went on to become a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Endocrinology.
Her move to the US led her to a journey to open her Hijama practice. She studied Unani Tibb under the tutelage of Hakim Salim Khan, which she incorporates into her practice.
For a mind-body-soul approach, Faaizah went on to complete her postgraduate diploma in Islamic Psychology at Cambridge Muslim College. After having 3 children, she studied postpartum healing practices from various traditions such as the Ayurvedic, Malay, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.
Nour Sahraoui, MD, FAAP:
Nour is a board-certified pediatrician and mother of two with nearly 8 years of experience caring for infants, children, and adolescents. Born and raised in Upstate New York, she completed medical school at Upstate Medical University. She went on to complete her residency training in Pediatrics at the University of Chicago Medical Center. In recent years, she served as a primary care pediatrician to an underserved community with a large immigrant population in Chicago’s West Town. In her role, she also provided some inpatient pediatric and newborn nursery care.
Nour’s approach to healthcare focuses on patient and parent education. She believes that when parents are informed, they are empowered to make the best decisions for their unique family’s needs. Nour’s clinical interests include picky eating, obesity prevention in early childhood, and breastfeeding. She plans to become an internationally board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) in order to better serve her patients and community.

Rooted Conversations with Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin
2025-10-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Topic: Preserving Your Sense of Self After the Honeymoon Phase
Join us for a heart-centered monthly gathering where women come together to explore meaningful topics through the lens of Islamic wisdom and lived experience. Led by Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin, each session opens with a discussion on a preselected theme — ranging from personal growth to spiritual development and everything in between — followed by an open-floor Q&A.
This is your space to ask, reflect, and connect in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you’re seeking clarity, comfort, or simply community, Rooted Conversations with Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin invites you to show up just as you are.
Come with questions, leave with insight.
Come with thoughts, leave with connection.
Come for one another, stay for yourself.
Learn more about Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin here.

Bodies, Boundaries, & Barakah (For 2nd & 3rd Grade Girls)
2025-11-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
My Body Is a Trust from Allah – An Islamic Body Awareness & Safety Workshop for 2nd-3rd Grade Girls
This 3-hour workshop, led by Aalimah Khadija Basith and Aalimah Iram Shaikh, gently introduces important topics of body awareness, emotional safety, and personal boundaries through the lens of Islamic teachings. Designed specifically for young girls in 2nd and 3rd grade, this program focuses on helping children understand that their bodies are an amanah (trust) from Allah ﷻ. Through storytelling, crafts, games, and discussions, girls will learn about privacy, awrah, safe and unsafe touch, and how to seek help from trusted adults – all in a safe, age-appropriate, and spiritually grounded environment.
✨ Topics Covered:
✔ How Allah created us with purpose
✔ Understanding private parts and awrah
✔ The importance of modesty and privacy
✔ Safe vs. unsafe touch
✔ Listening to your body and trusting your feelings
✔ How to say no and when to tell a trusted adult
👧🏽 For: Girls in 2nd–3rd Grade (children will not be accompanied by parents)
⏰ Duration: 3 hours (includes a short break and Q&A session)
– Check-in: 10:45 AM
– Check-out: 2:15 PM
📍 Location: In-person only, no recordings available
Aisha Fatima Community
330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, 60148
🎒 Materials provided

Aalimah Khadija Basith is an accomplished educator and leader with over 16 years of experience in both private Islamic and public educational settings. She holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from DePaul University and completed a rigorous two-year Principal Preparation Program at Concordia University, earning her Illinois school leadership certification. Her academic journey is further enriched by her completion of a five-year Alimah program through Darululoom Online.
Khadija has served in various impactful roles throughout her career, including three years as an Instructional Coach and one year as Director of Enrichment Programs at Carriers of Light, where she designed and led initiatives that nurtured confident, spiritually grounded learners. She currently serves as a Teacher Coach at Masjid Uthman and advises several Islamic and public schools in the area, supporting educators in creating classrooms rooted in both academic excellence and Islamic values.
Aalimah Iram Shaikh was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She began her Islamic studies at Jamiatus Salihat, and later completed her studies at Darul Uloom Chicago from which she obtained her Aalimah degree under illustrious scholars that have studied throughout the Indian Subcontinent. She graduated with a focus in Arabic grammar, Hadith and Qur’an commentary, and Hanafi Fiqh. Upon completion of her Aalimah degree she served the community through establishing and teaching introductory level Tajweed and Fiqh classes for young adult females and organizing weekly sisters’ Halaqas in the Chicagoland area. She went on to complete her B.A. in Urban Elementary Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She also taught online women’s Islamic courses focusing in Arabic grammar and Fiqh along with teaching youth tafseer, tajweed, and seerah in local masajid in Chicago. She was a full time teacher at a local Islamic school teaching middle school and high school Islamic Studies, Islamic History, and Qur’an. After teaching for 6 years, she went on to pursue her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from UIC all the while having two kids. Currently, she spends her time volunteering locally leading learning circles for young girls and moms.

Tafseer Juz Amma (30th)
2025-11-01 14:30 - 15:30 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for an in-depth Tafseer (exegesis) of Juz ‘Amma, the 30th and final Juz of the Quran. Led by Aalimah Romessa Mirza, offers women aged 17 and above a unique opportunity to explore the profound meanings and lessons within the short yet powerful surahs that make up this Juz. The Tafseer sessions will focus on understanding the themes, context, and practical applications of these surahs in our daily lives.
Learn more about Aalimah Romessa Mirza here.
Details:
Days & Time: Weekly on Saturdays, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Format: In-Person Only (No recordings available)
Audience: Women 17+
Come and deepen your connection with the Quran in a supportive and engaging environment. No prior knowledge is necessary, and all levels are welcome.

Bodies, Boundaries, & Barakah (For 4th & 5th Grade Girls)
2025-11-08 11:00 - 2025-11-15 14:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
BeYOUtiful & Brave – An Uplifting Islamic Workshop on Puberty, Identity, and Safety for 4th–5th Grade Girls
Growing up is a journey—and our faith lights the way! This 2-day workshop is designed to help girls in 4th and 5th grade understand the changes they’ll experience in a positive, fun, and faith-centered environment.
Through crafts, stories, role-playing, games, and group discussion, girls will explore topics around puberty, personal hygiene, emotional awareness, and safety, all while building confidence in who they are as Muslim girls
Topics Covered:
✔ What makes me unique: Identity & self-worth through an Islamic lens
✔ Introduction to puberty: What to expect and how to prepare
✔ Emotional changes and how to handle big feelings
✔ Hygiene & cleanliness: Staying fresh and confident
✔ Modesty in dress and behavior
✔ Awrah, privacy, and safety boundaries
✔ Safe vs unsafe touch
✔ How and when to speak up or ask for help
✔ Creating a positive relationship with our bodies as a trust from Allah ﷻ
👧🏽 For: Girls in 4th & 5th Grade (Parents will not be present during the sessions to provide a comfortable space for the children)
⏰ Dates & Duration: November 8 & 15
– 3 hours (includes a short break and Q&A session)
– Check-in: 10:45 AM
– Check-out by 2:15 PM
📍 Location: In-person only, no recordings available
Aisha Fatima Community
330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, 60148
🎒 Materials provided

Aalimah Khadija Basith is an accomplished educator and leader with over 16 years of experience in both private Islamic and public educational settings. She holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from DePaul University and completed a rigorous two-year Principal Preparation Program at Concordia University, earning her Illinois school leadership certification. Her academic journey is further enriched by her completion of a five-year Alimah program through Darululoom Online.
Khadija has served in various impactful roles throughout her career, including three years as an Instructional Coach and one year as Director of Enrichment Programs at Carriers of Light, where she designed and led initiatives that nurtured confident, spiritually grounded learners. She currently serves as a Teacher Coach at Masjid Uthman and advises several Islamic and public schools in the area, supporting educators in creating classrooms rooted in both academic excellence and Islamic values.
Aalimah Iram Shaikh was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She began her Islamic studies at Jamiatus Salihat, and later completed her studies at Darul Uloom Chicago from which she obtained her Aalimah degree under illustrious scholars that have studied throughout the Indian Subcontinent. She graduated with a focus in Arabic grammar, Hadith and Qur’an commentary, and Hanafi Fiqh. Upon completion of her Aalimah degree she served the community through establishing and teaching introductory level Tajweed and Fiqh classes for young adult females and organizing weekly sisters’ Halaqas in the Chicagoland area. She went on to complete her B.A. in Urban Elementary Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She also taught online women’s Islamic courses focusing in Arabic grammar and Fiqh along with teaching youth tafseer, tajweed, and seerah in local masajid in Chicago. She was a full time teacher at a local Islamic school teaching middle school and high school Islamic Studies, Islamic History, and Qur’an. After teaching for 6 years, she went on to pursue her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from UIC all the while having two kids. Currently, she spends her time volunteering locally leading learning circles for young girls and moms.

Fiqh of Menstruation Seminar
2025-11-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for a comprehensive course with Aalimah Amina Tirmizi that aims to provide clarity and deep understanding of the rulings related to menstruation, postnatal bleeding, and irregular bleeding according to Hanafi Fiqh.
This course is designed to help women accurately differentiate between hayd (menstruation) and istihada (irregular bleeding), empowering you to navigate these matters with confidence. Whether you’ve found this subject elusive or simply need a refresher, this course will address common challenges and provide clear guidance.
Topics covered:
– Differentiating between hayd and istihada.
– Understanding rulings related to prayer, fasting, pilgrimage, marital relations, tawaf, and recitation during menstruation.
– Identifying permissible actions and prohibitions during hayd and nifas (postnatal bleeding).
Details:

Schedule: Sundays, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Duration: 3 weeks (November 9, November 16, November 23)

Format: In-Person Only

Learn more about Aalimah Amina Tirmizi here.

Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Together We Rise: Legal Empowerment For Safer Lives
2025-11-09 12:00 - 13:15 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for an empowering community event focused on understanding and addressing domestic violence within our communities. The first portion of the event will feature a legal presentation by law student, Nawaal Farooq, exploring key risk factors, warning signs, and the legal tools available to help identify and safely navigate situations involving domestic violence.
In the second half, Aalimah and licensed therapist Farheen Farooq will offer insights from both a therapeutic and Islamic perspective, providing guidance on emotional healing, faith-based coping, and building supportive community networks.
This event aims to educate, empower, and create a safe space for learning, reflection, and connection. If you or someone you care about may be experiencing domestic violence, please know you’re not alone.
Help is available 24/7 through the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline at 877-863-6338
Learn about the Speakers
Nawaal Farooq, Law Student:
Nawaal Farooq is a third-year law student at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. Originally from Chicago, she has a strong interest in personal injury and family law. Nawaal is passionate about helping people through tough situations and hopes to use her legal career to make a positive impact in her community.

Alimah Farheen Farooq, LPC, MEd, NCC:
Farheen Farooq is a nationally board-certified, licensed psychotherapist and an Alimah dedicated to supporting Muslim women and children. She works full-time in the mental health field and teaches Hadith from Mishkat Sharif at Zaynab Institute, and also teaches Asma’ul Husna at Aisha Fatima Community. Farheen brings deep empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a spiritually integrated, holistic approach to care. Her background in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, along with training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness informs her multifaceted, compassionate work. Farheen has also trained in brainspotting and is currently working on pursuing her EMDR certification this year to build on her skills in trauma-focused therapy. She is committed to empowering clients and her students through education by helping them build confidence, heal within, and navigate complex relationships through the lens of the Sunnah.

Harry Potter Trivia Night
2025-11-14 19:00 - 21:45 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Calling all Harry Potter fans!
Gather your friends and join us for a magical Harry Potter trivia night to test your knowledge and compete for prizes and awards. It will be a cozy night filled with snacks, laughter and fun questions!
Come dressed up for extra points!
Details:
Date & Time: Nov 14

7:00 PM – Check-in, snack time
7:30 PM – Trivia Night Begins

Ages: 11+ Women only

Mama & Minis Meetup with Madiha Haroon
2025-11-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for a cozy morning of connection and community with Licensed Therapist, Madiha Haroon, LMFT, LCPC, CAD! This month, we’re welcoming a licensed therapist to guide an open conversation on finding balance in motherhood — from navigating family dynamics with in-laws and partners to creating healthy rhythms in parenting. Come as you are and leave feeling supported and empowered.
Mamas are welcome to bring their little ones!

Fiqh of Bedroom Seminar
2025-11-17 20:00 - 21:30 | Zoom
Join us for a special two-day virtual program with Aalimah Sakina Syeda, exploring the essential rulings and etiquettes related to intimacy, marriage, and the sacred space of the bedroom from an Islamic perspective. This course aims to provide clarity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of how Islamic principles guide personal and marital life.
Details:
Ages: 18+
Schedule: November 17 & November 18, 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Format: Virtual Only
Learn more about Aalimah Sakina Syeda here.

Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Mama & Minis Meetup with Nour Sahraoui, MD
2025-12-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Learn how to navigate the cold and flu season with Nour Sahraoui, MD, as she leads a conversation and provides effective tips on how to survive this season with your children.
Mamas are welcome to bring their little ones!

Bodies, Boundaries, & Barakah (For 6th & 7th Grade Girls)
2025-12-06 11:00 - 2025-12-13 14:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Awakened with Awareness: Navigating Puberty & Purity with Confidence for 6th-7th Grade Girls
A fun, faith-based course to help 6th–7th grade girls navigate the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes of puberty through the lens of Islam. This two-day program provides a safe, supportive space to learn about maturing bodies, Islamic hygiene, emotional boundaries, and personal dignity—all while building confidence and connection with Muslim mentors and peers. Sessions include interactive games, crafts, discussions, and time for anonymous Q&A.

Goals of the Program:
✔ Understand the physical and emotional changes of puberty through an Islamic lens
✔ Learn about Islamic cleanliness (taharah) and menstrual hygiene
✔ Explore boundaries, modesty, and emotional safety in friendships and media
✔ Cultivate body confidence and gratitude for how Allah designed us
✔ Build trust and openness with female mentors
👧🏽 For: Girls in 6th & 7th Grade (Parents will not be present during the sessions to provide a comfortable space for the children)
⏰ Dates & Duration: December 6 & 13
– 3 hours (includes a short break and Q&A session)
– Check-in: 10:45 AM
– Check-out by 2:15 PM
📍 Location: In-person only, no recordings available
Aisha Fatima Community
330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, 60148
🎒 Materials provided

Aalimah Khadija Basith is an accomplished educator and leader with over 16 years of experience in both private Islamic and public educational settings. She holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from DePaul University and completed a rigorous two-year Principal Preparation Program at Concordia University, earning her Illinois school leadership certification. Her academic journey is further enriched by her completion of a five-year Alimah program through Darululoom Online.
Khadija has served in various impactful roles throughout her career, including three years as an Instructional Coach and one year as Director of Enrichment Programs at Carriers of Light, where she designed and led initiatives that nurtured confident, spiritually grounded learners. She currently serves as a Teacher Coach at Masjid Uthman and advises several Islamic and public schools in the area, supporting educators in creating classrooms rooted in both academic excellence and Islamic values.
Aalimah Iram Shaikh was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She began her Islamic studies at Jamiatus Salihat, and later completed her studies at Darul Uloom Chicago from which she obtained her Aalimah degree under illustrious scholars that have studied throughout the Indian Subcontinent. She graduated with a focus in Arabic grammar, Hadith and Qur’an commentary, and Hanafi Fiqh. Upon completion of her Aalimah degree she served the community through establishing and teaching introductory level Tajweed and Fiqh classes for young adult females and organizing weekly sisters’ Halaqas in the Chicagoland area. She went on to complete her B.A. in Urban Elementary Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She also taught online women’s Islamic courses focusing in Arabic grammar and Fiqh along with teaching youth tafseer, tajweed, and seerah in local masajid in Chicago. She was a full time teacher at a local Islamic school teaching middle school and high school Islamic Studies, Islamic History, and Qur’an. After teaching for 6 years, she went on to pursue her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from UIC all the while having two kids. Currently, she spends her time volunteering locally leading learning circles for young girls and moms.

Tafseer Juz Amma (30th)
2025-12-13 14:30 - 15:30 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Join us for an in-depth Tafseer (exegesis) of Juz ‘Amma, the 30th and final Juz of the Quran. Led by Aalimah Romessa Mirza, offers women aged 17 and above a unique opportunity to explore the profound meanings and lessons within the short yet powerful surahs that make up this Juz. The Tafseer sessions will focus on understanding the themes, context, and practical applications of these surahs in our daily lives.
Learn more about Aalimah Romessa Mirza here.
Details:
Days & Time: Saturdays, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Format: In-Person Only (No recordings available)
Audience: Women 17+
Come and deepen your connection with the Quran in a supportive and engaging environment. No prior knowledge is necessary, and all levels are welcome.

Rooted Conversations with Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Topic: Maintaining Your Sense of Self in the Storms of Marriage

Join us for a heart-centered monthly gathering where women come together to explore meaningful topics through the lens of Islamic wisdom and lived experience. Led by Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin, each session opens with a discussion on a preselected theme — ranging from personal growth to spiritual development and everything in between — followed by an open-floor Q&A.
This is your space to ask, reflect, and connect in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you’re seeking clarity, comfort, or simply community, Rooted Conversations with Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin invites you to show up just as you are.
Come with questions, leave with insight.
Come with thoughts, leave with connection.
Come for one another, stay for yourself.

Learn more about Aalimah Sana Mohiuddin here.

Mama & Minis: From Crawling to Climbing, Understanding Your Mini's Development
2026-01-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
From Crawling to Climbing: Understanding Your Mini’s Development with Neha Iqbal, Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Join a conversation with Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Neha Iqbal, to understand your mini’s development through their growth, how they play, and learn through daily activities.
Feel free to bring a snack to share, and mamas are welcome to bring their little ones!

Discussion on Imam Ghazali's Ihya Ulum Uddin
2026-01-14 09:00 - 10:15 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Purifying the Heart: Identifying and Healing Blameworthy Traits
This class, taught by Aalimah Mehreen Bawla, is a guided study of the inner diseases of the heart described by Imām al-Ghazālī, including anger, envy, pride, ostentation, and attachment to the world. Students will explore how these traits develop, how they impact faith and character, and practical spiritual methods for cleansing the heart and cultivating sincerity, humility, and sound character.
Details:

Schedule: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Duration: 14 weeks (January 14th – May 20th)

Ramadan Break: No classes Feb 18th – March 18th

Format: In-Person Only

Learn more about Aalimah Mehreen Bawla here.

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Recite with Confidence: Quran for Beginners
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Pay using this link: https://buy.stripe.com/cNi14n9zD6XYc8H59D97G02
Join our Quranic Recitation class with Ustaadha Ammara Iqbal to learn accurate pronunciation and recitation techniques. Starting with the fundamentals of Arabic letter articulation, progressing gradually to more advanced topics. By the end of this class, students will develop the skills and confidence to recite the Quran with precision and accuracy.
Ustaadha Ammara has been studying tajweed and Arabic since 2001. She studied at Madrasa Ayesha Siddiqa in Islamabad (Pakistan). She received her Ijazah for tajweed in the Jazariyah with Mawlana Arif Kamal, with whom she still recites. Ustaadha Ammara has been teaching Quran reading and tajweed to both children and adults at Uthman Academy since 2016.
Details:
Schedule: Thursdays, 7 pm – 8 pm
Duration:

January 15 – May 28

NO classes February 19 – March 29 (Ramadan)

Format: In-Person Only
Pricing:

4 month class total: $325
Student will be charged $150 bi-monthly + $25 (materials)
(Please note: All payments are non-refundable

Please register on time as late registration is allowed up to one week after the class, with a $15 late fee.
Financial assistance is available. Please email info@aishafatimacommunity.org at least 2 days before the class start date.

Ramadan Vision Board Night
2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Aisha Fatima Community, 330 E Roosevelt Rd STE 100, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Prepare your heart and mind at a fun and relaxing evening of arts and crafts in preparation of the blessed month of Ramadan. Bring your friends and join us to connect, reflect, and create Ramadan vision boards to set intentions and personal goals to help you make the most of this Ramadan.
All materials will be provided but feel free to bring any additional items that you would like to use for your vision boards (e.g. leaflets, magazines, stickers, newspapers, paper packaging)
We’ll have light refreshments to enjoy!
