The Big Iftar
Kia Ora,
Assaliamo Alaikum,
I hope you’re well.
To mark the blessed month of Ramadan, Mosques, and Islamic centres in New Zealand and across the globe will be opening their doors to the community and inviting everyone to share in the unique Ramadan experience. A time where Muslims strive to strengthen their relationship with God – their Creator and become more compassionate to those in need.
During Ramadan, Muslims wake up each day just before sunrise to pray and keep a fast. Throughout the day, Muslims across the world completely refrain from eating and drinking, until sunset. At sunset, Muslims break their fast, pray, eat, and drink with their families. In this month in particular, Muslims avoid partaking in anything that would be detrimental to their spiritual well-being, such as lying, quarrelling, swearing, and so on.
Throughout the month of Ramadan fellow Kiwis will be given the opportunity to take part in the breaking of the fast – known as the ‘iftar’ – in Hamilton. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the significance of Ramadan, the fast and taste some delightful exotic treats and cuisines with your Muslim neighbours, friends, work colleagues and the wider community.
We believe that there is no better way of breaking barriers and forming friendships than by sharing a meal together.
While we reflect on the Islamic principles of togetherness and strengthening community ties during Ramadan, we know that there is no better time to reach out to our neighbours and strengthen our ties.
I would like to warmly invite you to break bread with us as we celebrate our shared values during the blessed month of Ramadan. All the details are on the poster attached in this email. Please if you could RSVP as well.
Nāku noa, nā
Sabah Al-Zafar
Twitter:
@SabahAlZafar Ph: 027 290 5080
Extravaganza in the Park Christmas Market
Extravaganza in the Park Hamilton, NZ is just two weeks away!
Saturday 7th December, 9am - 2pm.
Over 130 unique and quality stalls from indoor and outdoor stalls ranging from soaps, candles, rongoa and natural health products, crystals, tarot readings, mobile piercing, bone carving, art, craft, wooden art, garden art, plants, clothing, retro and vintage clothing and artisan products, homemade baking, jams and sauces, a children's market of stalls, live entertainment, car display, children's fun, bouncy castles, farmyard friends and pony rides, hangi, food and coffee and much more.
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Riddle Alert! Who’s Up for Some Brain-Busting Fun?
4-letter word, always done tomorrow,
We’re out of tea, the ultimate sorrow!
Without the eye, you owe me some money,
No sugar no nectar no sweetness no honey,
4-letter word, if by chance you choose,
You can never win, you can only lose!
What is the 4-letter word?
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Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.4% Yes
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14.9% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
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