The greatest days are upon us – 1st 10 days of Dhul Hijjah – events at Berlin masjid

Assalaamu-alaikum,
Welcome to the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah – the greatest days of the year. We are encouraged to fast on these days (except the day of Eid) and increase our remembrance of Allah. Here’s wishing you a blessed ten days of Dhul Hijjah.
Narrated Ibn Abbas: The Prophet said, “No good deeds done on other days are superior to those done on these (first ten days of Dhul Hijja).” Then some companions of the Prophet said, “Not even Jihad?” He replied, “Not even Jihad, except that of a man who does it by putting himself and his property in danger (for Allah’s sake) and does not return with any of those things.” (Reported by Tirmidhi)
Dates to remember – According to the majlis-us-shura of North America and based on dates in Makkah:
1. 1st of Dhul Hijjah – Tuesday September 15th 2015
2. The day of Arafat – Wednesday September 23rd – Fasting highly recommended if you are not performing the Hajj
3. Eid-ul Adha – Thursday September 24th. Takbeer times for the 3 prayers are 7am, 9am and 11am – prayers will be exactly half hour past the hour.
4. Eid celebration dinner (catered from a special restaurant) – Saturday September 26th at 6pm – $15 (adults), $10 (ages 5-12) and free (under 5) – babysitting will be available. PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS EARLY – LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE – Contact Sr. Aida 860-794-5141 or brother Mukhtar 860-966-8041