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The Moon-sighting committee wishes to inform that there were no sighting reports of the new crescent on Friday, Sept. 11th, 2026. Therefore, Sunday, September 13th, 2026 is the 1st Day of Mahe Rabi-ul-Aakher 1448 AH

Pleased to announce the following birth: Baby: Ameena Ayah Manekia, Date of birth: Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026 - Parents: Mohamedabbas Manekia & Sarah Al-Hasnawi.

There is a Partial Lunar Eclipse expected on Thursday, August 27th, 2026 Starting from 10:33pm. Salaat al-Ayat becomes obligatory even if the eclipse is partial.

Pleased to announce the following birth: Baby: Ghadeer Abbasali Sultanali, Date of birth: Thursday, August 20th, 2026 - Parents: Abbasali & Sarah Sultanali.

Dua Shifa-e-Mariz is requested for Br. Jabir Chatoo of Orlando, who is currently hospitalized and in the ICU.

The Moon-sighting Sub-committee wishes to inform the community that the crescent moon has been sighted on Thursday, August 13, 2026 Therefore, the 1st Day of Rabi-ul-Awwal 1448 AH Friday August 14th 2026

Starting this Thursday, July 30th, 2026 all of HIC upcoming programs and activities will be held at our new location on 605 S. Orange Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771

The Moon-sighting Sub-committee wishes to inform the community that there were no verified sightings of the crescent moon anywhere in North America on the evening of Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Therefore, the 1st Day of Mahe Safar 1448 AH Thursday July 16th 2026

Marhuma Gulshanbanu MohamedYusuf Somji who passed away and will be buried today Monday, June 29th, 2026 in Orlando.

The Moon-sighting Sub-committee wishes to inform the community that the crescent was sighted in many cities in North America on Monday, June 15, 2026 Therefore, the 1st Day of Mahe Muharram 1448 AH Tuesday June 16th 2026

Pleased to announce the following birth: Baby: Ahmed Ali Virani, Date of birth: Saturday, June 13th, 2026 - Parents: Abid Ali Virani & Sukaina Taki Virani.

Alhamdulillah, the Holy Month of Muharram is upon us once again. Regular Muharram program at Husseini Islamic Center will Inshallah begin on Monday, June 15th, 2026. Tap Here to See Mahe Muuharram Circular.

Dua Shifa-e-Mariz is requested for Br. Gulamabbas Kassam (Father-in-law of Br. Mohamedabbas Ladha), who is currently undergoing surgery.

The Moon-sighting Sub-committee wishes to inform the community that the crescent was sighted in many cities in North America on Sunday, May 17, 2026 Therefore, the 1st Day of Mahe Dhulhijjah MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026

Marhum Hussein Dharsi son of Sukaina Nathani & Anver Dharsi passed away May 12th 2026 and will be buried Saturday May 16th 2026

Pleased to announce the following birth: Baby: Mahdi Hassan, Date of birth: Monday, April 13th, 2026 - Parents: Shahista & Aliraza Hassan.

The Moon-sighting Sub-committee wishes to inform the community that there were no verified sightings of the crescent, Friday, April 17, 2026 Therefore, the 1st Day of Mahe Dhulqaad, 1447 AH is SUNDAY, APRIL 19 , 2026

Pleased to announce the following birth: Baby: Taha Jagani, Date of birth: Friday, March 13th, 2026 - Parents: Sameer & Husayna Jagani.

The Moon-sighting Sub-committee wishes to inform the community that there were several sightings in Orlando. and other cities on Thursday, March 19, 2026 Therefore, the 1st Day of Mahe Shawwal [EID-UL-FITR] FRIDAY, MARCH 20 , 2026

Zakat-ul-Fitrah is payable on the eve of 'Idd or no later than the start of Salat-ul-‘Idd. Members are requested to deposit their amount in CASH Only in advance. HIC will make arrangements for collection and disbursement of Zakat-ul-Fitrah on behalf of its members. Read More ...