Work has begun on the latest expansion project at Muslim Community Center in Silver Spring, Maryland. A new $600,000 senior lounge will grace the back entry of the center.
Community News
Islamic Cemetery Blocked By Virginia County: Department of Justice Investigates
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating complaints that commisioners of a Virginia county effectively blocked a proposed Islamic cemetery.
Dar Al Taqwa Aims to Buy Neighboring Property
Dar al Taqwa (DAT) in Ellicott City, Howard County is purchasing the property next door to the masjid. A fundraiser is scheduled coming Saturday at 5:30 pm.
Muslim Owners of Pharmacy Honored with Impact Award by Laurel Historical Society
"Mariam and Ali Thakkar of Main Street Pharmacy are, I know, active practicing Muslims. Their work personally and through their volunteer work at the LHS has been exceptional."
Muslim Hero Saves Lives in Baltimore Apartment Complex Fire
“I am a Muslim and in my religion it says that if you save one man it is like you saved all mankind. If I did that, then I am very happy,” he told local news stations.
A Stately Masjid For Princess Anne Muslims
The former PNC Bank buildings on Somerset Avenue in Princess Anne, Md., will now be the place where Somerset County Muslims bow down in sujood. The new masjid is bought— mortgage-free— and is undergoing renovations.