Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Dawah at Kentucky State Fair

Louisville Muslims are invited to man the dawah booth at the Kentucky State Fair between Thursday, August 20th-Sunday, August 30th. Sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/3628785740103. You can join their Whatsapp channel for volunteers here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FAspg4NNotRFtew7dt3SuZ?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4.

Wings of Peace 5K Race

Our local nonprofit for Palestine, the Peace Dove, is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, August 30th at Broad Run Park (Woodland Pavilion) at 10759 Broad Run Pkwy. Registration at 8:00AM, race starts at 9:00AM. Tickets are $15. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2sjvmxf7.

Sisters Lecture about the Quran

Masjid Bilal South (6200 S 3rd St)’s own Sh. Abdulkadir Abdi & Ali Tawhiid will be hosting a lecture for sisters on Saturday, September 5th at 5:00PM about the guidance found in the Qu’ran.

Purpose of Marriage Workshop

Masjid Bilal South (6200 S 3rd St) will be hosting Sh. Abu Zakariya & Sh. Abdulkadir for a 30 minute marriage workshop & Q&A on Saturday, September 12th at 6:30PM for brothers & sisters ages 18 & older. Food will be provided.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

MCC Gym Hiring

MCC is hiring people to work in their new gym, paying $20 per hour. Apply here: https://forms.gle/jDVe6SiFLGBKHXpdA.

Free Smiles Clinic Opened at GLIC

GLIC will now host free dental clinics for the community. Services are provided once a month by appointment only. Call (502) 516-6678 to book your visit. Licensed dentists who want to volunteer their time & skills can reach out to Free Smiles Louisville HERE.

NISL-GLIC Sunday School

NISL-GLIC has Sunday school from 10:00AM-2:00PM starting September 6th with Arabic, Islamic Studies, & Quran memorization. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SundaySchool-2026-2027.

Tahfeedh Program at NISL-GLIC

Courtesy of Br. Abdullah: NISL-GLIC has tahfeedth classes Monday-Friday with children & adult classes. 1st class at 3:45PM-5:15PM, 2nd class at 5:15PM-6:45PM, 3rd class at 6:45PM-8:15PM. Contact Br. Abdullah to register at (502) 618-9709.

Back to School Taekwondo

Taekwondo classes are held at MCC on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & GLIC on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays for age groups 4-7 years old, 8+, & adults. Free trial class, no obligation. Contact Sr. Jveria (205) 222-3672 with questions.

Family Umrah Trip with HIRA

Join HIRA Institute on their Family Umrah trip from September 26th to October 4th (tentative schedule, -/+ 2 days) with stays at 5-star hotels in Makkah & Madinah. Departure from Washington Dulles or Chicago O’Hare. Package Prices (per person): $2,499 for Quad, $2649 for Triple, $2,799 for Double. Spots are limited, register now! To reserve or ask questions, Whatsapp (502) 821-8418.

Firdaus Academy Sunday School

MCC will be starting their Firdaus Academy on September 6th, 2026 & last day on May 9th, 2027. This academy is open for KG - 8th grade children. Registration Fee is $$75, monthly fee is $100 per child (books not included). There is an assessment test for new students only on August 2nd & 9th from 11:00AM-1:45PM. Register here: https://forms.gle/osyiBcfgkVRvw7CL8. For info, call (502) 690-8724.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

Rumi matches people who have a spare room with people looking for one, whether for a semester, a few months, or long term. Always same-gender households, photos private. If you have an empty room in your home or lease, or you just moved and want someone to split rent with, join the waitlist at findyourrumi.com/waitlist. Launching this fall.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Explore the Trades

The Home Depot company has a Path to Pro resource that may help find training in various trades for those looking to enter a career or learn beneficial trades that will help in masjid maintenance, home improvements, and property maintenance. Learn more here: https://www.pathtopro.com/.

Maker Faire at UofL

UofL is hosting the Maker Faire on Saturday, October 17th. This program is free for vendors & family friendly. Any builders, tinkerers, artists, coders, or creators are invited to have a booth! Learn more here & sign up HERE.

JCPS Bus Tracking App

JCPS is releasing a new app for tracking your child’s bus starting this 2026-2027 school year. Find it here: https://tinyurl.com/3t7be9vk.

New Louisville TARC Transit

For Muslims who use the transit bus system known as TARC will find a new system with new routes, schedules, & bus stops starting Sunday, August 2nd. Please read this resource with a trip planner & new maps here: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/.

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

2. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

3. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

4. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

5. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

6. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Monthly Halaqa: Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ

Masjid Bilal West (1701 Dumesnil St) will be hosting a monthly halaqa on the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ on Saturday, August 22nd at 6:00PM with a potluck dinner.

My Connection with Allah Program for Sisters

MCC is hosting a sisters’ program on Sunday, August 23rd about du’a. Girls ages 8-12 join at 2:30PM-4:30PM, girls ages 13-18 join 5:30PM-7:30PM. Contact Sr. Oumie with questions at (502) 694-0836.

Dawah at Kentucky State Fair

Louisville Muslims are invited to man the dawah booth at the Kentucky State Fair between Thursday, August 20th-Sunday, August 30th. Sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/3628785740103. You can join their Whatsapp channel for volunteers here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FAspg4NNotRFtew7dt3SuZ?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4.

Wings of Peace 5K Race

Our local nonprofit for Palestine, the Peace Dove, is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, August 30th at Broad Run Park (Woodland Pavilion) at 10759 Broad Run Pkwy. Registration at 8:00AM, race starts at 9:00AM. Tickets are $15. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2sjvmxf7.

Purpose of Marriage Workshop

Masjid Bilal South (6200 S 3rd St) will be hosting Sh. Abu Zakariya & Sh. Abdulkadir for a 30 minute marriage workshop & Q&A on Saturday, September 12th at 6:30PM for brothers & sisters ages 18 & older. Food will be provided.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Tahfeedh Program at NISL-GLIC

Courtesy of Br. Abdullah: NISL-GLIC has tahfeedth classes Monday-Friday with children & adult classes. 1st class at 3:45PM-5:15PM, 2nd class at 5:15PM-6:45PM, 3rd class at 6:45PM-8:15PM. Contact Br. Abdullah to register at (502) 618-9709.

Back to School Taekwondo

Taekwondo classes are held at MCC on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & GLIC on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays for age groups 4-7 years old, 8+, & adults. Free trial class, no obligation. Contact Sr. Jveria (205) 222-3672 with questions.

Family Umrah Trip with HIRA

Join HIRA Institute on their Family Umrah trip from September 26th to October 4th (tentative schedule, -/+ 2 days) with stays at 5-star hotels in Makkah & Madinah. Departure from Washington Dulles or Chicago O’Hare. Package Prices (per person): $2,499 for Quad, $2649 for Triple, $2,799 for Double. Spots are limited, register now! To reserve or ask questions, Whatsapp (502) 821-8418.

Firdaus Academy Sunday School

MCC will be starting their Firdaus Academy on September 6th, 2026 & last day on May 9th, 2027. This academy is open for KG - 8th grade children. Registration Fee is $$75, monthly fee is $100 per child (books not included). There is an assessment test for new students only on August 2nd & 9th from 11:00AM-1:45PM. Register here: https://forms.gle/osyiBcfgkVRvw7CL8. For info, call (502) 690-8724.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

Rumi matches people who have a spare room with people looking for one, whether for a semester, a few months, or long term. Always same-gender households, photos private. If you have an empty room in your home or lease, or you just moved and want someone to split rent with, join the waitlist at findyourrumi.com/waitlist. Launching this fall.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Maker Faire at UofL

UofL is hosting the Maker Faire on Saturday, October 17th. This program is free for vendors & family friendly. Any builders, tinkerers, artists, coders, or creators are invited to have a booth! Learn more here & sign up: https://louisville.makerfaire.com/.

JCPS Bus Tracking App

JCPS is releasing a new app for tracking your child’s bus starting this 2026-2027 school year. Find it here: https://tinyurl.com/3t7be9vk.

New Louisville TARC Transit

For Muslims who use the transit bus system known as TARC will find a new system with new routes, schedules, & bus stops starting Sunday, August 2nd. Please read this resource with a trip planner & new maps here: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/.

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

2. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

3. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

4. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

5. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

6. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Guest Speaker at GLIC

Sh. Almutaz Billah Alabd will be hosted by GLIC to deliver both khutbahs today (Friday, August 14th) & a lecture after Maghrib at 8:40PM about ‘A Pass to Jannah’.

Guest Speaker at MCC

Imam Azhar Subedar will be hosted by MCC to deliver the 2:00PM khutbah today (Friday, August 14th), a lecture between 8:30PM-10:00PM about ‘Shariah: Fact & Fiction’ for families, & a youth session at 5:00PM tomorrow (Saturday, August 15th) about ‘Balancing btwn Culture & Faith’.

My Connection with Allah Program for Sisters

MCC is hosting a sisters’ program on Sunday, August 16th about du’a. Girls ages 8-12 join at 2:30PM-4:30PM, girls ages 13-18 join 5:30PM-7:30PM. Contact Sr. Oumie with questions at (502) 694-0836.

Local Muslim Students Supply Drive

LIC River Road is collecting much needed items for local Muslim students going back to school. Drop off supplies by August 16th, 2026. You can donate monetarily (via Zelle) or ask questions to Dr. Farah Ikram at (812) 207-7202.

Dawah at Kentucky State Fair

Louisville Muslims are invited to man the dawah booth at the Kentucky State Fair between Thursday, August 20th-Sunday, August 30th. Sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/3628785740103. You can join their Whatsapp channel for volunteers here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FAspg4NNotRFtew7dt3SuZ?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4.

Wings of Peace 5K Race

Our local nonprofit for Palestine, the Peace Dove, is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, August 30th at Broad Run Park (Woodland Pavilion) at 10759 Broad Run Pkwy. Registration at 8:00AM, race starts at 9:00AM. Tickets are $15. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2sjvmxf7.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Back to School Taekwondo

Taekwondo classes are held at MCC on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & GLIC on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays for age groups 4-7 years old, 8+, & adults. Free trial class, no obligation. Contact Sr. Jveria (205) 222-3672 with questions.

Family Umrah Trip with HIRA

Join HIRA Institute on their Family Umrah trip from September 26th to October 4th (tentative schedule, -/+ 2 days) with stays at 5-star hotels in Makkah & Madinah. Departure from Washington Dulles or Chicago O’Hare. Package Prices (per person): $2,499 for Quad, $2649 for Triple, $2,799 for Double. Spots are limited, register now! To reserve or ask questions, Whatsapp (502) 821-8418.

Firdaus Academy Sunday School

MCC will be starting their Firdaus Academy on September 6th, 2026 & last day on May 9th, 2027. This academy is open for KG - 8th grade children. Registration Fee is $$75, monthly fee is $100 per child (books not included). There is an assessment test for new students only on August 2nd & 9th from 11:00AM-1:45PM. Register here: https://forms.gle/osyiBcfgkVRvw7CL8. For info, call (502) 690-8724.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

Rumi matches people who have a spare room with people looking for one, whether for a semester, a few months, or long term. Always same-gender households, photos private. If you have an empty room in your home or lease, or you just moved and want someone to split rent with, join the waitlist at findyourrumi.com/waitlist. Launching this fall.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

JCPS Bus Tracking App

JCPS is releasing a new app for tracking your child’s bus starting this 2026-2027 school year. Find it here: https://tinyurl.com/3t7be9vk.

New Louisville TARC Transit

For Muslims who use the transit bus system known as TARC will find a new system with new routes, schedules, & bus stops starting Sunday, August 2nd. Please read this resource with a trip planner & new maps here: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/.

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Islamic Relief USA has a Development Coordinator position in Louisville. Part-time work, salary $36,000, Bachelor’s Degree required. Learn more here: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/23804-islamic-relief-usa/jobs/122491-development-coordinator-louisville-ky.

2. NEW: HIRA Institute is still looking to hire a math teacher & an arts teacher. Qualifications, schedule, & details can be found on the flyers provided: https://ibb.co/album/dbcMp4.

3. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

4. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

5. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

6. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

7. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

8. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Family Night Program: Uboodiyyah

Join HIRA & LIC River Rd at River Rd Masjid (4007 River Rd) today at 7:00PM after Asr for their family halaqah & potluck dinner. Topic: Uboodiyyah - Living for Allah in every moment.

GHC Cemetery Clean-Up & Grave Fixing

Join us tomorrow (Saturday, August 8th) starting at 10:00AM to continue fixing graves & clean up at Green Haven Cemetery (4707 Fegenbush Ln). Fill this form out NOW!: https://forms.gle/y9BCJLTiEMrkuGiG7. The form has Arabic & Somali translation. Refreshments will be provided by the Louisville Muhsineen.

Local Muslim Students Supply Drive

LIC River Road is collecting much needed items for local Muslim students going back to school. Drop off supplies by August 16th, 2026. You can donate monetarily (via Zelle) or ask questions to Dr. Farah Ikram at (812) 207-7202.

Wings of Peace 5K Race

Our local nonprofit for Palestine, the Peace Dove, is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, August 30th at Broad Run Park (Woodland Pavilion) at 10759 Broad Run Pkwy. Registration at 8:00AM, race starts at 9:00AM. Tickets are $15. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2sjvmxf7.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Family Umrah Trip with HIRA

Join HIRA Institute on their Family Umrah trip from September 26th to October 4th (tentative schedule, -/+ 2 days) with stays at 5-star hotels in Makkah & Madinah. Departure from Washington Dulles or Chicago O’Hare. Package Prices (per person): $2,499 for Quad, $2649 for Triple, $2,799 for Double. Spots are limited, register now! To reserve or ask questions, Whatsapp (502) 821-8418.

HIRA Daycare Open House

HIRA Institute has a new daycare and will have an open house on Tuesday, August 11th from 3:30PM to 5:30PM. This daycare is for children 6 weeks to 12 years. Registration fee is $50 but the fee will not be charged on those who register in August. 3Cs is accepted.

Firdaus Academy Sunday School

MCC will be starting their Firdaus Academy on September 6th, 2026 & last day on May 9th, 2027. This academy is open for KG - 8th grade children. Registration Fee is $$75, monthly fee is $100 per child (books not included). There is an assessment test for new students only on August 2nd & 9th from 11:00AM-1:45PM. Register here: https://forms.gle/osyiBcfgkVRvw7CL8. For info, call (502) 690-8724.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

Rumi matches people who have a spare room with people looking for one, whether for a semester, a few months, or long term. Always same-gender households, photos private. If you have an empty room in your home or lease, or you just moved and want someone to split rent with, join the waitlist at findyourrumi.com/waitlist. Launching this fall.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

TripleH CPA

Br. Muritala Fawole CPA is available for your tax planning, prep & filing needs in addition to also being able to do bookkeeping, payroll management, financial statements prep, business formation & strategic setup, & retirement planning! Call him at (502) 793-7190 or visit his office at 12008 Parkview Trace Dr, Louisville KY 40229 or visit www.triplehcpa.com.

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

JCPS Bus Tracking App

JCPS is releasing a new app for tracking your child’s bus starting this 2026-2027 school year. Find it here: https://tinyurl.com/3t7be9vk.

New Louisville TARC Transit

For Muslims who use the transit bus system known as TARC will find a new system with new routes, schedules, & bus stops starting Sunday, August 2nd. Please read this resource with a trip planner & new maps here: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/.

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Islamic Relief USA has a Development Coordinator position in Louisville. Part-time work, salary $36,000, Bachelor’s Degree required. Learn more here: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/23804-islamic-relief-usa/jobs/122491-development-coordinator-louisville-ky.

2. NEW: HIRA Institute is still looking to hire a math teacher & an arts teacher. Qualifications, schedule, & details can be found on the flyers provided: https://ibb.co/album/dbcMp4.

3. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

4. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

5. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

6. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

7. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

8. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

MCC Gym Open House

MCC will host an open house for their new gym after their 2:00PM Jumuah prayer today.

LIC & Miftaah Program

LIC will be hosting Shaykh Idris Nawaz & Mufti Sultan Mohiuddin from Miftaah at LIC Masjid (4007 River Rd). Sh. Idris will speak on navigating distractions of the Dunya today (Friday, July 31st) at 6:00PM with a food truck available and Mufti Sultan will speak on living Islam with Confidence on tomorrow (Saturday, August 1st) at 6:00PM with a cookout with Imam Wasif & a special youth session afterwards. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/MiftaahLouisville.

Lubna Tabussum Dars with Sisters

LIC will be hosting Lubna Tabussum on Tuesday, August 4th at 6:00PM for a sisters’ class teaching about the purpose of life. Refreshments will be served.

GHC Cemetery Clean-Up & Grave Fixing

Join us on Saturday, August 8th starting at 10:00AM to continue fixing graves & clean up at Green Haven Cemetery (4707 Fegenbush Ln). Fill this form out NOW!: https://forms.gle/y9BCJLTiEMrkuGiG7. The form has Arabic & Somali translation. Refreshments will be provided by the Louisville Muhsineen.

Wings of Peace 5K Race

Our local nonprofit for Palestine, the Peace Dove, is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, August 30th at Broad Run Park (Woodland Pavilion) at 10759 Broad Run Pkwy. Registration at 8:00AM, race starts at 9:00AM. Tickets are $15. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2sjvmxf7.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Firdaus Academy Sunday School

MCC will be starting their Firdaus Academy on September 6th, 2026 & last day on May 9th, 2027. This academy is open for KG - 8th grade children. Registration Fee is $$75, monthly fee is $100 per child (books not included). There is an assessment test for new students only on August 2nd & 9th from 11:00AM-1:45PM. Register here: https://forms.gle/osyiBcfgkVRvw7CL8. For info, call (502) 690-8724.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

Rumi matches people who have a spare room with people looking for one, whether for a semester, a few months, or long term. Always same-gender households, photos private. If you have an empty room in your home or lease, or you just moved and want someone to split rent with, join the waitlist at findyourrumi.com/waitlist. Launching this fall.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

TripleH CPA

Br. Muritala Fawole CPA is available for your tax planning, prep & filing needs in addition to also being able to do bookkeeping, payroll management, financial statements prep, business formation & strategic setup, & retirement planning! Call him at (502) 793-7190 or visit his office at 12008 Parkview Trace Dr, Louisville KY 40229 or visit www.triplehcpa.com.

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

JCPS Bus Tracking App

JCPS is releasing a new app for tracking your child’s bus starting this 2026-2027 school year. Find it here: https://myridek12.tylerapp.com/.

School Supply Giveaway

Courtesy of Br. Aweys Ali: The new Afrikana Community Center (3050 W Broadway Suite BB3) is hosting a back to school supply giveaway for children on Sunday, August 2nd from 3:00PM to 7:00PM.

New Louisville TARC Transit

For Muslims who use the transit bus system known as TARC will find a new system with new routes, schedules, & bus stops starting Sunday, August 2nd. Please read this resource with a trip planner & new maps here: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/.

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Islamic Relief USA has a Development Coordinator position in Louisville. Part-time work, salary $36,000, Bachelor’s Degree required. Learn more here: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/23804-islamic-relief-usa/jobs/122491-development-coordinator-louisville-ky.

2. NEW: HIRA Institute is still looking to hire a math teacher & an arts teacher. Qualifications, schedule, & details can be found on the flyers provided: https://ibb.co/album/dbcMp4.

3. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

4. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

5. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

6. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

7. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

8. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

GHC Cemetery Clean-Up & Grave Fixing

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, July 25th starting at 10:00AM to fix graves & clean up at Green Haven Cemetery (4707 Fegenbush Ln). Fill this form out NOW!: https://forms.gle/y9BCJLTiEMrkuGiG7. The form has Arabic & Somali translation. Lunch will be served by Br. Noah Kurdi of al-Jazzar Meats & Grill, may Allah reward him for his generosity.

LIC & Miftaah Program

LIC will be hosting Shaykh Idris Nawaz & Mufti Sultan Mohiuddin from Miftaah at LIC Masjid (4007 River Rd). Sh. Idris will speak on navigation distractions of the Dunya on Friday, July 31st at 6:00PM with a food truck available and Mufti Sultan will speak on living Islam with Confidence on Saturday, August 1st at 6:00PM with a cookout with Imam Wasif & a special youth session afterwards. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/MiftaahLouisville.

Wings of Peace 5K Race

Our local nonprofit for Palestine, the Peace Dove, is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, August 30th at Broad Run Park (Woodland Pavilion) at 10759 Broad Run Pkwy. Registration at 8:00AM, race starts at 9:00AM. Tickets are $15. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2sjvmxf7.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Youth Summer Ilm Courses

A 3-week course starts today on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:30PM to 9:00PM. This program is for youth ages 12-15. The cost of the program is $50 with food provided. Youth will learn selected lessons from the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ, Tarbiyah, & Fiqh of Salah. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2en4avcc.

MCC Gym Announcement

No one is allowed in the gym at MCC without permission as they wait for their final occupancy inspection.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

A new community resource is launching this fall to help Muslims in Louisville find roommates based on shared values and practical fit. The platform isn’t open for sign-ups yet, but an early-access list is being put together now so members can be among the first invited to create a profile when it launches in August. If you or someone you know is looking for a roommate or housing for the fall semester, you can add your name here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6XGDTL7. It takes about a minute, with no commitment. Muslim Property Owners who have rooms for rent should get in touch with Br. Hamza on Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

TripleH CPA

Br. Muritala Fawole CPA is available for your tax planning, prep & filing needs in addition to also being able to do bookkeeping, payroll management, financial statements prep, business formation & strategic setup, & retirement planning! Call him at (502) 793-7190 or visit his office at 12008 Parkview Trace Dr, Louisville KY 40229 or visit www.triplehcpa.com.

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

School Supply Giveaway

Courtesy of Br. Aweys Ali: The new Afrikana Community Center (3050 W Broadway Suite BB3) is hosting a back to school supply giveaway for children on Sunday, August 2nd from 3:00PM to 7:00PM.

New Louisville TARC Transit

For Muslims who use the transit bus system known as TARC will find a new system with new routes, schedules, & bus stops starting Sunday, August 2nd. Please read this resource with a trip planner & new maps here: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/.

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram works with individuals across the lifespan, and is particularly passionate about working with young adults, women, and individuals who hold diverse multicultural backgrounds. She has been trained to work with a variety of presenting concerns, and has special interest in working with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, multicultural identity struggles, women’s issues, perinatal mood disorders, adjustment difficulties, and behavioral struggles. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: HIRA Institute is still looking to hire a math teacher & an arts teacher. Qualifications, schedule, & details can be found on the flyers provided: https://ibb.co/album/dbcMp4.

2. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

3. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

4. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

5. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

6. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

7. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Thrive with AI with Br. Khalid Mashal

Join MCC on Friday, July 17th at 7:30PM to learn practical ways to use AI to enhance your career, business, and how to use it responsibly & ethically.

Dawah Changes Lives Halaqah

Join AlNur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) on Saturday, July 18th at 7:00PM as they host Sh. Uthman ibn Farooq as he discusses his personal story and how dawah changes lives.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Youth Summer Ilm Courses

A 3-week course starts today on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:30PM to 9:00PM. This program is for youth ages 12-15. The cost of the program is $50 with food provided. Youth will learn selected lessons from the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ, Tarbiyah, & Fiqh of Salah. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2en4avcc.

MCC Gym Announcement

No one is allowed in the gym at MCC without permission as they wait for their final occupancy inspection.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

A new community resource is launching this fall to help Muslims in Louisville find roommates based on shared values and practical fit. The platform isn’t open for sign-ups yet, but an early-access list is being put together now so members can be among the first invited to create a profile when it launches in August. If you or someone you know is looking for a roommate or housing for the fall semester, you can add your name here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6XGDTL7. It takes about a minute, with no commitment.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

TripleH CPA

Br. Muritala Fawole CPA is available for your tax planning, prep & filing needs in addition to also being able to do bookkeeping, payroll management, financial statements prep, business formation & strategic setup, & retirement planning! Call him at (502) 793-7190 or visit his office at 12008 Parkview Trace Dr, Louisville KY 40229 or visit www.triplehcpa.com.

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram works with individuals across the lifespan, and is particularly passionate about working with young adults, women, and individuals who hold diverse multicultural backgrounds. She has been trained to work with a variety of presenting concerns, and has special interest in working with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, multicultural identity struggles, women’s issues, perinatal mood disorders, adjustment difficulties, and behavioral struggles. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: HIRA Institute is still looking to hire a math teacher & an arts teacher. Qualifications, schedule, & details can be found on the flyers provided: https://ibb.co/album/dbcMp4.

2. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

3. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

4. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

5. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

6. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

7. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Living the Life of Ihsan Program

Join HIRA Institute & LIC River Road today after Asr (7:00PM) at River Road Masjid (4007 River Rd) for a potluck dinner & discussion on the topic of living one’s life with Ihsan and then join tomorrow (Saturday, July 11th) after Asr (7:30PM) at HIRA Institute (3819 Bardstown Rd) for a continued discussion.

Feeding Homeless Initiative with LIC

LIC River Road Masjid will gather volunteers on Sunday, July 12th from 12:00PM-2:00PM to package lunches for the homeless and looking to deliver downtown. Contact Sr. Ameenah (502) 424-6717 to help.

Modesty & Confidence Program for Sisters

MCC is hosting a discussion on modesty & confidence for girls on Sunday, July 12th at MCC (8215 Old Westport Rd). Girls ages 8-12 will meet at 2:30PM-4:30PM & girls ages 13-18 will meet 5:30PM-7:30PM.

Thrive with AI with Br. Khalid Mashal

Join MCC on Friday, July 17th at 7:30PM to learn practical ways to use AI to enhance your career, business, and how to use it responsibly & ethically.

Do not Fear nor Grieve Miftaah Lecture

Join LICC River Rd Masjid on Saturday, August 1st from 7:00PM-10:00PM for their program hosting Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed for their seminar. Visit miftaah.org/angels. Tickets are $10, early bird registration ends July 25th.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

MCC Gym Announcement

No one is allowed in the gym at MCC without permission as they wait for their final occupancy inspection.

Recorded Q&A Request

Courtesy of Br. Amine: Louisville Legacy Dawah is organizing a recorded Q&A video with Sh. Uthman ibn Farooq at UofL on Saturday, July 18th from 12:00PM to 3:00PM. The recorded Q&A will be a respectful discussion fielding questions about Islam & Christianity, they are looking for anyone who has Christian friends or colleagues who would be interested in participating. Contact Br. Amine at (502) 693-1063.

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

A new community resource is launching this fall to help Muslims in Louisville find roommates based on shared values and practical fit. The platform isn’t open for sign-ups yet, but an early-access list is being put together now so members can be among the first invited to create a profile when it launches in August. If you or someone you know is looking for a roommate or housing for the fall semester, you can add your name here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6XGDTL7. It takes about a minute, with no commitment.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

TripleH CPA

Br. Muritala Fawole CPA is available for your tax planning, prep & filing needs in addition to also being able to do bookkeeping, payroll management, financial statements prep, business formation & strategic setup, & retirement planning! Call him at (502) 793-7190 or visit his office at 12008 Parkview Trace Dr, Louisville KY 40229 or visit www.triplehcpa.com.

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram works with individuals across the lifespan, and is particularly passionate about working with young adults, women, and individuals who hold diverse multicultural backgrounds. She has been trained to work with a variety of presenting concerns, and has special interest in working with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, multicultural identity struggles, women’s issues, perinatal mood disorders, adjustment difficulties, and behavioral struggles. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

2. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

3. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

4. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

5. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

6. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Story Time for Kids on Prophet Sulaiman

LICC River Road will have a story time for kids about Prophet Sulaiman on Saturday, July 4th at 12:00PM. RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/4zdnpt3e.

Community Halaqa & Gathering

Masjid Bilal South (6200 S 3rd St) will have a program on Saturday, July 4th starting at 6:25PM. The program will include Qu’ran reading, halaqa by Br. Anwar Adam, a panel discussion, dinner, and a basketball tournament after Maghrib. The halaqa will be centered on ‘Your Purpose in Life: Why Allah Created You’.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Louisville Muslim Roommate Finder Resource

A new community resource is launching this fall to help Muslims in Louisville find roommates based on shared values and practical fit. The platform isn’t open for sign-ups yet, but an early-access list is being put together now so members can be among the first invited to create a profile when it launches in August. If you or someone you know is looking for a roommate or housing for the fall semester, you can add your name here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6XGDTL7. It takes about a minute, with no commitment.

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

TripleH CPA

Br. Muritala Fawole CPA is available for your tax planning, prep & filing needs in addition to also being able to do bookkeeping, payroll management, financial statements prep, business formation & strategic setup, & retirement planning! Call him at (502) 793-7190 or visit his office at 12008 Parkview Trace Dr, Louisville KY 40229 or visit www.triplehcpa.com.

Dr Rashid Omar Optometrist

Dr. Rashid Omar is an optometrist with Lynn Family Vision. Book an appointment with him by calling any one of his two offices: Prospect (6031 Timber Ridge Dr) at (502) 290-8101 & Hurstbourne Pkwy (601 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite #1) at (502) 516-4662!

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Local Licensed Muslim Psychologist Seeing Clients In-Person & Virtually

Courtesy of Dr. Ameenah Ikram PsyD HSP: Dr. Ameenah Ikram is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider in Kentucky and North Carolina. Dr. Ikram has experience with brief and long-term individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. Dr. Ikram works with individuals across the lifespan, and is particularly passionate about working with young adults, women, and individuals who hold diverse multicultural backgrounds. She has been trained to work with a variety of presenting concerns, and has special interest in working with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, multicultural identity struggles, women’s issues, perinatal mood disorders, adjustment difficulties, and behavioral struggles. Dr. Ikram is now accepting clients in-person at Compass Counseling & Psychology Services and virtually in all PSYPACT participating states. Dr. Ikram is also the counseling supervisor at Nur Islamic School of Louisville. To learn more about Dr. Ameenah Ikram, check out these websites: https://www.muslimtherapist.directory/ameenah. To make an appointment with Dr. Ameenah Ikram, please call 502.426.2777 or email reception@compasscaps.com.

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

2. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

3. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

4. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

5. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

6. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Community Halaqa & Gathering

Masjid Bilal South (6200 S 3rd St) will have a program on Saturday, July 4th starting at 6:25PM. The program will include Qu’ran reading, halaqa by Br. Anwar Adam, a panel discussion, dinner, and a basketball tournament after Maghrib. The halaqa will be centered on ‘Your Purpose in Life: Why Allah Created You’.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Journey through Seerah Program

HIRA Institute has a program every Thursday journeying through the seerah led by Mufti Asif Karim followed by salawaat, dua, & then chai & snacks. The program starts at 7:30PM after Asr.

MCC Volunteers

MCC is looking for volunteers to help support their masjid. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vB1P3wVArE6oZfHN9.

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

HIRA Summer Camp

HIRA will be hosting summer camp from June 1st - July 16th through Monday-Thursday from 8:00AM-12:00PM. Cost per child: $350 with after school care available for an additional cost of $25 per day. Register here: https://hirainstitute.typeform.com/to/o5CsgQm3.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Summer Program at NISL-GLIC

NISL-GLIC will be hosting their summer program starting June 8th & ending July 24th on Mondays through Fridays from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Daily Islamic Studies & Quran lessons, weekly field trips, weekly swimming at the YMCA, halal breakfast & lunch, for ages 5 & older. One time registration fee of $40 + $200 a week. Call (502) 483-2558 to register!

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Dr Rashid Omar Optometrist

Dr. Rashid Omar is an optometrist with Lynn Family Vision. Book an appointment with him by calling any one of his two offices: Prospect (6031 Timber Ridge Dr) at (502) 290-8101 & Hurstbourne Pkwy (601 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite #1) at (502) 516-4662!

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Abrar Ahmed: Wipro Limited has the following remote positions available requiring 2-5 years of experience: Cloud DBA (Cloud, Oracle, DBA) Developer, QA Test Engineer (Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, TANF), & AI Lead (RAG, LLM). Contact Br. Abrar at (404) 747-4017.

2. NEW: Courtesy of Sr. Amna: A gas station in Jeffersonville is looking to hire a couple of employees, need someone reliable & hardworking & customer friendly. Call (812) 225-9266 to apply!

3. NEW: NISL is currently hiring elementary teacher(s), middle school science teacher, & an assistant daycare director. Find the flyer with job listings & how to apply here: https://ibb.co/TDMxFBBR.

4. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Mahad Mohamed: Br. Mahad is looking to hire for a flexible Airbnb cleaning job, perfect for HS or college students. Contact Mahad Mohamed for further details (502) 759-8753.

5. NEW: Ford is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor at KTP: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/maintenance-supervisor-ktp/48560/93724828048. Ford is also hiring hourly production team members for temporary full time work: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/hourly-production-team-member-temporary-full-time-louisville-area/48560/93724833008.

6. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

7. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

8. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

9. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

10. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

11. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Children are an Amanah Lecture

Masjid Bilal South (6200 S 3rd St) will have a lecture discussing how children are an amanah from Allah and how parents must create a home of safety, love, & faith. The lecture will be on Saturday, June 13th at 9:15PM after Maghrib.

The Art of Dawah Workshop

Join Louisville Legacy Dawah, Al-Nur Masjid, & Louisville Muhsineen for their 2nd workshop on Sunday, June 14th from 2:20PM-4:30PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center (6500 Six Mile Ln). We will be discussing the proofs from the Qu’ran & Sunnah for inviting others to Islam, skills & systematic approaches to dawah, understanding your audience, evidences of Islam, & discussions on other aqa’id. Everyone is welcome! Fill out our registration form here: https://forms.gle/nhfPNosg6XbmgGsNA.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

Summer Math Tutoring

Courtesy of Sr. Matou Amar: Sr. Matou Amar teaches math and is offering paid tutoring for K-8 students (preferring middle school students) over the summer. $30 per session (once a week) or $25 per session (2 or more sessions per week) with special packages at reduced rates. Learn more here: https://ibb.co/NdRxyQdF.

HIRA Summer Camp

HIRA will be hosting summer camp from June 1st - July 16th through Monday-Thursday from 8:00AM-12:00PM. Cost per child: $350 with after school care available for an additional cost of $25 per day. Register here: https://hirainstitute.typeform.com/to/o5CsgQm3.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Summer Program at NISL-GLIC

NISL-GLIC will be hosting their summer program starting June 8th & ending July 24th on Mondays through Fridays from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Daily Islamic Studies & Quran lessons, weekly field trips, weekly swimming at the YMCA, halal breakfast & lunch, for ages 5 & older. One time registration fee of $40 + $200 a week. Call (502) 483-2558 to register!

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Dr Rashid Omar Optometrist

Dr. Rashid Omar is an optometrist with Lynn Family Vision. Book an appointment with him by calling any one of his two offices: Prospect (6031 Timber Ridge Dr) at (502) 290-8101 & Hurstbourne Pkwy (601 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite #1) at (502) 516-4662!

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

I-65 Closure Starting in June

Be advised that I-65 will be closed between Watterson Expressway (I-264) & downtown Louisville (Jefferson St Exit) starting June 1st & ending around July 31st. You can follow updates HERE. Let family & friends know and plan your detours if you frequently use I-65 to get to your masjid or your job.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Abrar Ahmed: Wipro Limited has the following remote positions available requiring 2-5 years of experience: Cloud DBA (Cloud, Oracle, DBA) Developer, QA Test Engineer (Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, TANF), & AI Lead (RAG, LLM). Contact Br. Abrar at (404) 747-4017.

2. NEW: Courtesy of Sr. Amna: A gas station in Jeffersonville is looking to hire a couple of employees, need someone reliable & hardworking & customer friendly. Call (812) 225-9266 to apply!

3. NEW: NISL is currently hiring elementary teacher(s), middle school science teacher, & an assistant daycare director. Find the flyer with job listings & how to apply here: https://ibb.co/TDMxFBBR.

4. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Mahad Mohamed: Br. Mahad is looking to hire for a flexible Airbnb cleaning job, perfect for HS or college students. Contact Mahad Mohamed for further details (502) 759-8753.

5. NEW: Ford is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor at KTP: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/maintenance-supervisor-ktp/48560/93724828048. Ford is also hiring hourly production team members for temporary full time work: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/hourly-production-team-member-temporary-full-time-louisville-area/48560/93724833008.

6. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

7. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

8. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

9. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

10. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

11. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Itikaf Night for Boys

MCC will be hosting an itikaaf for middle school aged boys only today (Friday, June 5th) after Isha. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/aB6UqaphQFSryUFv6.

Islamic Gatherings: Faith, Unity, Guidance

Join HIRA Institute today (Friday, June 5th) after Asr at 7:00PM at LIC River Rd (4007 River Rd) for a lecture on preserving Dhul Hijjah, then join HIRA tomorrow (Saturday, June 6th) after Asr at 6:00PM at Masjid Bilal West (1701 Dumesnil St) for a discussion on financial responsibility in Islam. Both programs will have potluck dinners, bring a dish to share.

Girls Discussion on Confidence & Faith

MCC will be hosting a program for girls tomorrow (Saturday, June 6th) - girls 8-12 years old will meet 1:00PM-3:00PM & girls 13-18 will meet 6:00PM-8:00PM. For questions, contact Sr. Oumie at (502) 694-0836.

The Art of Dawah Workshop

Join Louisville Legacy Dawah, Al-Nur Masjid, & Louisville Muhsineen for a two-part workshop on Sunday, June 7th & Sunday, June 14th from 2:00PM-4:00PM both days at AlNur Masjid (2815 S 4th St). We will be discussing the proofs from the Qu’ran & Sunnah for inviting others to Islam, skills & systematic approaches to dawah, understanding your audience, evidences of Islam, & discussions on other aqa’id. Everyone is welcome! Fill out our registration form here: https://forms.gle/nhfPNosg6XbmgGsNA.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Community Garden at GLIC

Garden plots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up now to secure your garden plot for the season: 🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-garden-2026-season.

LICC Quran Classes

LICC has Qu’ran classes every Sunday at 10:00AM taught by Hafiz Riaz Ahmed.

Summer Math Tutoring

Courtesy of Sr. Matou Amar: Sr. Matou Amar teaches math and is offering paid tutoring for K-8 students (preferring middle school students) over the summer. $30 per session (once a week) or $25 per session (2 or more sessions per week) with special packages at reduced rates. Learn more here: https://ibb.co/NdRxyQdF.

HIRA Summer Camp

HIRA will be hosting summer camp from June 1st - July 16th through Monday-Thursday from 8:00AM-12:00PM. Cost per child: $350 with after school care available for an additional cost of $25 per day. Register here: https://hirainstitute.typeform.com/to/o5CsgQm3.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Summer Program at NISL-GLIC

NISL-GLIC will be hosting their summer program starting June 8th & ending July 24th on Mondays through Fridays from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Daily Islamic Studies & Quran lessons, weekly field trips, weekly swimming at the YMCA, halal breakfast & lunch, for ages 5 & older. One time registration fee of $40 + $200 a week. Call (502) 483-2558 to register!

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Dr Rashid Omar Optometrist

Dr. Rashid Omar is an optometrist with Lynn Family Vision. Book an appointment with him by calling any one of his two offices: Prospect (6031 Timber Ridge Dr) at (502) 290-8101 & Hurstbourne Pkwy (601 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite #1) at (502) 516-4662!

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

I-65 Closure Starting in June

Be advised that I-65 will be closed between Watterson Expressway (I-264) & downtown Louisville (Jefferson St Exit) starting June 1st & ending around July 31st. You can follow updates HERE. Let family & friends know and plan your detours if you frequently use I-65 to get to your masjid or your job.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/. Next class is Saturday, May 9th from 9:00AM-11:00AM at their shop on 1620 Columbia St 40203.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Abrar Ahmed: Wipro Limited has the following remote positions available requiring 2-5 years of experience: Cloud DBA (Cloud, Oracle, DBA) Developer, QA Test Engineer (Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, TANF), & AI Lead (RAG, LLM). Contact Br. Abrar at (404) 747-4017.

2. NEW: Courtesy of Sr. Amna: A gas station in Jeffersonville is looking to hire a couple of employees, need someone reliable & hardworking & customer friendly. Call (812) 225-9266 to apply!

3. NEW: NISL is currently hiring elementary teacher(s), middle school science teacher, & an assistant daycare director. Find the flyer with job listings & how to apply here: https://ibb.co/TDMxFBBR.

4. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Mahad Mohamed: Br. Mahad is looking to hire for a flexible Airbnb cleaning job, perfect for HS or college students. Contact Mahad Mohamed for further details (502) 759-8753.

5. NEW: Ford is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor at KTP: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/maintenance-supervisor-ktp/48560/93724828048. Ford is also hiring hourly production team members for temporary full time work: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/hourly-production-team-member-temporary-full-time-louisville-area/48560/93724833008.

6. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

7. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

8. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

9. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

10. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

11. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

8th Annual Muslim Graduation Ceremony

Join community leaders today (Friday, May 29th) at 5:00PM at MCC to celebrate our young men & women who are graduating from high schools, universities, & other institutions across the city of Louisville.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Summer Math Tutoring

Courtesy of Sr. Matou Amar: Sr. Matou Amar teaches math and is offering paid tutoring for K-8 students (preferring middle school students) over the summer. $30 per session (once a week) or $25 per session (2 or more sessions per week) with special packages at reduced rates. Learn more here: https://ibb.co/NdRxyQdF.

HIRA Summer Camp

HIRA will be hosting summer camp from June 1st - July 16th through Monday-Thursday from 8:00AM-12:00PM. Cost per child: $350 with after school care available for an additional cost of $25 per day. Register here: https://hirainstitute.typeform.com/to/o5CsgQm3.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Summer Program at NISL-GLIC

NISL-GLIC will be hosting their summer program starting June 8th & ending July 24th on Mondays through Fridays from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Daily Islamic Studies & Quran lessons, weekly field trips, weekly swimming at the YMCA, halal breakfast & lunch, for ages 5 & older. One time registration fee of $40 + $200 a week. Call (502) 483-2558 to register!

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

Our Website

Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Dr Rashid Omar Optometrist

Dr. Rashid Omar is an optometrist with Lynn Family Vision. Book an appointment with him by calling any one of his two offices: Prospect (6031 Timber Ridge Dr) at (502) 290-8101 & Hurstbourne Pkwy (601 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite #1) at (502) 516-4662!

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Deal & Style LLC

Deal & Style LLC, a Muslim owned liquidation stock reseller, is open for business! Join their Facebook here: https://tinyurl.com/dealstylellc. Join their Whatsapp group here: https://tinyurl.com/dealstylewha. Call (502) 865-3598 with any questions.

Professional Proofreading Freelancer

Sr. Syeda K is a professional proofreader. She provides services to high school, college students & professionals alike. Call (502) 494-4960 or email skhundmiri@outlook.com with any questions or to consult with her.

HIRA Kitchen

HIRA Kitchen provides catering and has an easy to use menu for half & full trays of catering. Visit here: https://tinyurl.com/hirakitchen.

NZ Deen Collection

NZ Deen Collection located at 2213 Steier Ln offers Indian & Pakistani dresses, abayas, thobes, jewelry, home decor - stitches all types of Indian, Pakistani, & Somali dresses, thobes, & abayas with custom embroidery & stone designs offered. They offer sewing lessons.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

Cultural Pass for the Summer

The Cultural Pass offers young people up to 21 years old & their families in Louisville & Southern Indiana free access to over 150 arts, culture, science, & nature activities. Learn more & sign up here: https://fundforthearts.org/culturalpass/.

I-65 Closure Starting in June

Be advised that I-65 will be closed between Watterson Expressway (I-264) & downtown Louisville (Jefferson St Exit) starting June 1st & ending around July 31st. You can follow updates HERE. Let family & friends know and plan your detours if you frequently use I-65 to get to your masjid or your job.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/. Next class is Saturday, May 9th from 9:00AM-11:00AM at their shop on 1620 Columbia St 40203.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Abrar Ahmed: Wipro Limited has the following remote positions available requiring 2-5 years of experience: Cloud DBA (Cloud, Oracle, DBA) Developer, QA Test Engineer (Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, TANF), & AI Lead (RAG, LLM). Contact Br. Abrar at (404) 747-4017.

2. NEW: Courtesy of Sr. Amna: A gas station in Jeffersonville is looking to hire a couple of employees, need someone reliable & hardworking & customer friendly. Call (812) 225-9266 to apply!

3. NEW: NISL is currently hiring elementary teacher(s), middle school science teacher, & an assistant daycare director. Find the flyer with job listings & how to apply here: https://ibb.co/TDMxFBBR.

4. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Mahad Mohamed: Br. Mahad is looking to hire for a flexible Airbnb cleaning job, perfect for HS or college students. Contact Mahad Mohamed for further details (502) 759-8753.

5. NEW: Ford is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor at KTP: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/maintenance-supervisor-ktp/48560/93724828048. Ford is also hiring hourly production team members for temporary full time work: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/hourly-production-team-member-temporary-full-time-louisville-area/48560/93724833008.

6. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

7. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

8. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

9. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

10. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

11. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?

Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

Eid al-Adha 2026

Eid al-Adha is on Wednesday, May 27th. There will NOT be a city-wide Eid prayer at the Expo Center this year. There will a number of Eid prayers hosted by the different masaajid, check your local masjid for details:

• GLIC/HIRA/ICL will be praying at GLIC (6500 Six Mile Ln) - 7:00AM is 1st Prayer, 9:15AM is 2nd Prayer

• Masjid Abubakar/Bilal/Hidaya will be praying at 4205 Cane Run Rd - 8:30AM is 1st Prayer, 9:30AM is 2nd Prayer

• MCC will host an early bird prayer at MCC (8215 Old Westport Rd) at 7:30AM

• MCC/LICC will be praying at Mellwood Art Center (Da Vinci Room, Van Gogh Ballroom at 1860 Mellwood Ave) at 9:00AM

Udhiyya/Qurbani Locations

Here is a growing list of farms & slaughterhouses for Muslims looking to arrange their Udhiyya/Qurbani:

• Halal Cuts - 123 Commerce Pkwy, Campbellsburg KY (270) 296-1678

• Mohiuddin Farms - 1129 Cooper Ln, Simpsonville KY (502) 835-5445

• Dino’s Slaughterhouse - 425 Ambrose Rd, Warsaw KY (502) 821-1370

• Mohamed Farm - 982 Whitlock Rd, Alvaton KY (270) 303-0972

Arafah Community Iftar

Join MCC on Tuesday, May 26th at 8:00PM for their annual Arafah Community Iftar. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/day-of-arafah-community-iftar-tickets-1988881849150?aff=oddtdtcreator.

8th Annual Muslim Graduation Ceremony

Join community leaders on Friday, May 29th at 5:00PM at MCC to celebrate our young men & women who are graduating from high schools, universities, & other institutions across the city of Louisville.

Islamic Reminder

Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

Peace Dove Eid al-Adha Campaign for Gaza

Courtesy of Sr. Amani Ketteneh: Peace Dove, Louisville’s local nonprofit for Palestine, has a campaign targeting 900 families in Palestine. Support 1 family for $70 USD. Learn more here (Arabic/English): https://ibb.co/album/mJRqS4.

NISL Building Purchase Support

NISL is looking to expand to meet the needs of their students & community. Fundraising goal is $600,000. You can donate via Zelle - donate@nurislamicschool.org (name shows as Nur Islamic, put in memo: NISL), Credit/Debit/Apple Pay/E-Check - us.mohid.co/ky/louisville/glic/masjid/online/donation, you can mail checks to Nur Islamic School of Louisville (6500 Six Mile Ln, Louisville KY 40218).

HIRA Summer Camp

HIRA will be hosting summer camp from June 1st - July 16th through Monday-Thursday from 8:00AM-12:00PM. Cost per child: $350 with after school care available for an additional cost of $25 per day. Register here: https://hirainstitute.typeform.com/to/o5CsgQm3.

HIRA Institute Programs - Quran & Sirah

HIRA Institute hosts Quran classes for adults on Saturdays after Fajr and Sirah classes on Wednesdays after Maghrib. Join them at their campus on 3819 Bardstown Rd.

Muslim Community Volunteer Opportunities

For anyone wanting to dedicate time & effort to help the local Muslim community, please fill this form: https://forms.gle/DuiVWgTyTVvxbwNF7. If you belong to a masjid or are a community member wanting to list a project here on the form, please message me privately and I will add it to the form.

Louisville Muhsineen Public Event Requests

The Louisville Muhsineen has planned public events in the past including immigration policy discussions, ghusl al-mayyit workshops, teaching converts & dawah workshops, & more. Help us understand what you need and what the community needs! Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/aPyHP7ApDxiBuwEbA.

Summer Program at NISL-GLIC

NISL-GLIC will be hosting their summer program starting June 8th & ending July 24th on Mondays through Fridays from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Daily Islamic Studies & Quran lessons, weekly field trips, weekly swimming at the YMCA, halal breakfast & lunch, for ages 5 & older. One time registration fee of $40 + $200 a week. Call (502) 483-2558 to register!

Louisville Muslim Young Professionals Group

Courtesy of Sr. Ayesha: We are launching the Louisville Muslim Young Professionals (LMYP) group! We are looking to create a space for young Muslim professionals (ages ~21–34) to come together to network, collaborate, learn, and seek mentorship/support. LMYP will host primarily in-person events that focus on networking, professional mentorship, career & skill development, personal & professional growth, personal finance, & much more! We are building our founding team and welcome anyone interested in helping shape this initiative. If you’d like to join the team or volunteer at events, please reach out to Ayesha 817-482-6338.

Louisville Muhsineen Feature

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Convert Gift Sets

The Louisville Muhsineen has taken responsibility for creating & packaging gift sets for new Muslim brothers that are currently in stock at AlNur, GLIC, & MCC. Thank you to Sr. Sakinah & her team for creating gift sets for new Muslim sisters kept at GLIC. For the sake of transparency, the Louisville Muhsineen has a public dashboard that can be viewed on their website here under Public Support.

English Classes with Sr. Sundus

Sr. Sundus offers online English conversation courses, a 6-month course with a certified teacher including weekly recorded lessons, everyday conversation, grammar, vocabulary, live group chats for only $50 per month. To register, text (502) 509-7774 or email instructor.micheleb@gmail.com. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/j55Yg9m.

GHC Cemetery Burial Process

Greenhaven Islamic Cemetery has released guidelines, general rules, & instructions on how to arrange an Islamic funeral. Link: https://ibb.co/z5nBKTj. If you have any questions about the guidelines, please reach out to me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391. The burial arrangement process is explained here: https://ibb.co/album/1vtYGD.

Programs for New Converts/Reverts

If you are a Muslim convert/revert here in Louisville, take 1-2 minutes of your day to fill this form out: https://forms.gle/ef7mKS8f3RzVdh757.

Al-Nur Masjid (2815 S 4th St) will be hosting weekly classes for new converts/reverts every Friday between 5:45PM - 7:15PM. You can register via Whatsapp at +19049162261 or by email at secretary@alnurmasjid.org.

I teach a class primarily for new Muslims (but anyone can attend) that aims to teach the fard al-ayn (individual obligations of Islamic knowledge including aqidah, worship, etc.) & beginners Arabic on Sundays at 10:00AM. If you are interested in attending, contact via Whatsapp (502) 930-8391 and we can set up an in-person tutor session or virtual session.

Sr. Sakinah Abdul-Jabbar teaches Islamic Studies for new reverts (but anyone can attend) on Saturdays from 1:05PM to 2:00PM at Guiding Light Islamic Center. We encourage you to come, enjoy sisterhood, & build bonds. The Taleems cover the basics of Islam, Tafsirs, & Hadiths. If interested, please Whatsapp her at (502) 510-8599.

Muslim Community Calendar & Map

There is a full calendar of one-day events & programs in our Muslim community: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimfullcalendar.

If you ONLY want to view one-time events, I recommend this calendar view: https://tinyurl.com/loumuslimeventonlycalendar.

Custom Google Map listing businesses, masaajid, schools. Map link here: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/loumuslimmap.

Please fill this form out to add your business: https://forms.gle/7GX5gmQumrQeibRm6.

The Louisville Muhsineen has established a tool library for local Muslims. For those looking to rent tools for any project, you are welcome to check out our public dashboard to see what we have for rent and the rental form is connected to this dashboard: https://louisvillemuhsineen.short.gy/louisvillemuslimtools. If you have any issues with the public dashboard, please contact me directly.

Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

Do you know how to avoid common scams over Whatsapp & other online methods? Please watch this video in English, Arabic, & Somali! Courtesy of the Louisville Muhsineen.

Major Masaajid Prayer Times

If you want your masjid’s iqama featured, contact me via Whatsapp at (502) 930-8391.

Muslim Business Feature

Dr Rashid Omar Optometrist

Dr. Rashid Omar is an optometrist with Lynn Family Vision. Book an appointment with him by calling any one of his two offices: Prospect (6031 Timber Ridge Dr) at (502) 290-8101 & Hurstbourne Pkwy (601 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Suite #1) at (502) 516-4662!

Mishmakery

The Mishmakery is a local custom cake business here in Louisville. For parties, celebrations, & events of all kinds - get a custom cake ordered today by contacting Mishkat Suleiman at (502) 883-8130 by phone, text, or Whatsapp! Visit www.mishmakery.com.

Deal & Style LLC

Deal & Style LLC, a Muslim owned liquidation stock reseller, is open for business! Join their Facebook here: https://tinyurl.com/dealstylellc. Join their Whatsapp group here: https://tinyurl.com/dealstylewha. Call (502) 865-3598 with any questions.

Professional Proofreading Freelancer

Sr. Syeda K is a professional proofreader. She provides services to high school, college students & professionals alike. Call (502) 494-4960 or email skhundmiri@outlook.com with any questions or to consult with her.

HIRA Kitchen

HIRA Kitchen provides catering and has an easy to use menu for half & full trays of catering. Visit here: https://tinyurl.com/hirakitchen.

NZ Deen Collection

NZ Deen Collection located at 2213 Steier Ln offers Indian & Pakistani dresses, abayas, thobes, jewelry, home decor - stitches all types of Indian, Pakistani, & Somali dresses, thobes, & abayas with custom embroidery & stone designs offered. They offer sewing lessons.

Need Marketing Material?

If you are a business owner looking to have menus, signs, flyers, etc. - Please feel free to reach out to me. I am currently booked up with regards to web design services, being unable to take on more clients due to my working full-time as a developer with a local company. To see my portfolio of marketing material, check this link: https://ibb.co/album/4PrzzD.

City-wide Events & Beneficial News

I-65 Closure Starting in June

Be advised that I-65 will be closed between Watterson Expressway (I-264) & downtown Louisville (Jefferson St Exit) starting June 1st & ending around July 31st. You can follow updates HERE. Let family & friends know and plan your detours if you frequently use I-65 to get to your masjid or your job.

Godot Game Design Bootcamp for Teens

Louisville Makes Games is hosting a week-long summer game design bootcamp between July 20-24 from 9:00AM-5:00PM for teenagers at 702 Logan St. Sign up here: https://lmg.cool/camp/.

Habitat for Humanity Classes

Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly classes covering home & property management skills including interior repairs, exterior repairs, basic electrical maintenance & more. Visit their calendar here: https://louisvillehabitat.org/homeowner-education-class-schedule/. Next class is Saturday, May 9th from 9:00AM-11:00AM at their shop on 1620 Columbia St 40203.

Free Adult English Classes

JCPS is offering free English classes for adults on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Call or text (502) 485-3400 to register and make a testing appointment. Location: 1325 Bluegrass Ave at the Office of Multilingual Learners at Hazelwood Elementary.

JCPS Adult Education Program

Courtesy of Sr. Sundus: JCPS Adult Education provides job readiness, skills training, job placement, career coaching, & other free employment services. See if you are eligible by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf09vcSX0-0eUK7cQic2MWj-Or6D3aGjeGa9wqlErxskEw6cw/viewform. Flyer here: https://ibb.co/Rk8wt1Cj.

Local Business Counseling & Resources

SCORE is a volunteer, nonprofit organization of counselors who provide free and confidential business counseling to both prospective entrepreneurs and existing small business owners throughout the Louisville metropolitan area. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/kentuckiana/local-resources.

Maker Spaces at Louisville Libraries

Did you know that the South Central & Northeast Libraries in Louisville allow the rental & usage of various high & low skill machines such as 3D printers, video/audio editing equipment, sewing machines, & other tools? Learn more here: https://www.lfpl.org/services#128

Louisville FirstBuild

Louisville FirstBuild is a facility with a number of woodworking, metalworking, glassmaking, 3D printing, & other equipment that you can become certified to use to then reserve for personal or other projects. Learn more here: https://firstbuild.com/visit-us/.

KentuckianaBuilds Professions Program

KentuckianaBuilds can prepare you for a quality profession as an electrician, carpenter, fiber optic installer, welder, and more! To apply, call 502-585-4622.

Job & Career Opportunities

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

وَلَا يَأْكُلُ إِلَّا مِنْ عَمَلِ يَدِهِ

David would never eat except from the earnings of his own hand’s work.

1. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Abrar Ahmed: Wipro Limited has the following remote positions available requiring 2-5 years of experience: Cloud DBA (Cloud, Oracle, DBA) Developer, QA Test Engineer (Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, TANF), & AI Lead (RAG, LLM). Contact Br. Abrar at (404) 747-4017.

2. NEW: Courtesy of Sr. Amna: A gas station in Jeffersonville is looking to hire a couple of employees, need someone reliable & hardworking & customer friendly. Call (812) 225-9266 to apply!

3. NEW: NISL is currently hiring elementary teacher(s), middle school science teacher, & an assistant daycare director. Find the flyer with job listings & how to apply here: https://ibb.co/TDMxFBBR.

4. NEW: Courtesy of Br. Mahad Mohamed: Br. Mahad is looking to hire for a flexible Airbnb cleaning job, perfect for HS or college students. Contact Mahad Mohamed for further details (502) 759-8753.

5. NEW: Ford is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor at KTP: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/maintenance-supervisor-ktp/48560/93724828048. Ford is also hiring hourly production team members for temporary full time work: https://www.careers.ford.com/job/louisville/hourly-production-team-member-temporary-full-time-louisville-area/48560/93724833008.

6. Kentucky Cares will help you enter the healthcare industry! Learn more here: https://lul.org/jobs/kycares/.

7. Louisville Emergency Services is looking to hire & train new EMTs for their ambulance services. $15 per hour during training, $18 after graduating. Learn more here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/emt-recruit

8. Kentuckianaworks hosts various career workshops including for Norton Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Technology-sector careers. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/3depb785

9. Louisville Metro Government is hiring! Check it out here https://bit.ly/3kAvGec.

10. Job/Career Resources such as how to interview, how to write a resume, & more can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/dc7fhx6k

11. Small Business resources: Louisville Metro Government has a Small Business Development Center which helps people develop their ideas for a small business and start their new businesses. For a comprehensive guide on how to plan and start your new business, click HERE. For business coaching resources, click HERE.

Table of Contents

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Events

• Masaajid & Muslim Org Programs & Halaqas

• City-wide Events & Beneficial News

• Muslim Community Notices & Advisories

• Islamic Reminder

• Muslim Community Calendar & Map

• Muslim Business Feature

• Current Prayer Times

• Jobs & Career Board

• Are you a new Muslim or want to help new Muslims?