No Laughing Matter: Teaching About Prophetic Humor
Muslim parents feel a deep responsibility to teach their children about Islam in a way that is both proper and respectful. In their effort to instill faith and discipline, they may unintentionally present the religion as overly rigid or strict. However,...
IRC Book Review: King For A Day
Elise Bellin, Librarian of the Islamic Resource Center, wrote this book review as part of an ongoing series that focuses on a range of books within the IRC collection as a service to the community. King for a Day by Rukhsana Khan, illustrated by Christiane...
What Ramadan Looks Like in Milwaukee
Andrea Waxman as "'I feel most at peace during this month': What Ramadan looks like in Milwaukee" on Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service A delicious aroma hung in the air as chicken sizzled on a grill outside the Milwaukee Islamic Dawah Center on Monday...
The Origins of Ramadan
Wesley Baines as "The Origins of Ramadan" on Beliefnet Ramadan, which falls on the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is the most religiously significant time of year for Muslims throughout the world. It marks the month in which the Quran—the holy...
IRC Book Review: It’s Ramadan, Curious George
Elise Bellin, Librarian of the Islamic Resource Center, wrote this book review as part of an ongoing series that focuses on a range of books within the IRC collection as a service to the community. It’s Ramadan, Curious George by Hena Khan, illustrated by...
Islamophobia in America is about politics more than religion
Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani as "Islamophobia in America is about politics more than religion" on Think Progress Your feelings about Muslims depend more on your politics than your faith, according to a new survey. The American Muslim Poll 2019, a research...
Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival ends by showcasing stories of hope and resilience
While opening night was a hit, the Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival proved it’s line-up of films followed by talk backs and creative after film experiences could bring people back to the Oriental Theatre multiple times a day during its four day run. Marilyn...
First day of Ramadan is Monday, May 6th
Jordyn Imhoff as "Why Ramadan is More Important Now Than Ever" on Arab America As Ramadan approaches this Monday, it’s important to understand the special significance of Ramadan during a difficult time in American history, it’s important to first know...
Rep. Betty McCollum of Minnesota introduces bill to protect Palestinian Children
Leah Muskin-Pierret as "BREAKING: New bill in Congress Supports Palestinian Rights!" on US Campaign for Palestinian Rights Rep. Betty McCollum of Minnesota just reintroduced her legislation in Congress that would prohibit tax dollars from funding the...
A Successful Opening Night For One Of The Country’s Leading Muslim Film Festivals!
On Thursday, April 25th, nearly 400 people came out to the Oriental Theatre for the 5th Annual Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival's opening night film, Same God. Kicking off four days of films, this year's festival was unique in many ways. It was the first...
