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About us Hyatt Magazine is a free social and cultural magazine which features events and entertainment, lifestyle, business data, leisure, and lore. “Hyatt” in the Arabic language means “life” and our magazine doesn’t shy away from the average life we live and the types of subjects that must be addressed on a day-to-day basis. The magazine’s events and news target the heavy populated Arab community in Chicago and suburbs. Hyatt Magazine is published monthly to promote communication on various topics in an informative and positive manner, and it’s distributed throughout the area by direct mailing and other channels (Retail Locations, Medical Offices, Salons, Restaurants, and more). You’ll find our magazine enlightening and interesting as the articles are written by people like you - who care about the community and contribute immensely to its growth for generations to come. We welcome you to submit your articles and photos for potential publishing!
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This glossy monthly magazine published by Flash Media offers several major subjects that will interest many readers. Hyatt Magazine Info: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2248 Bridgeview, IL 60455 Phone #: (708) 529-1222 Email: info@hyattmag.com Website: www.hyattmag.com Managing Editor: Nesreen Ballut Graphic & Printed By: Black Diamonds Published by: Flash Media Disclaimer No portion of this publication may be reprinted, reproduced, or republished without the written permission of the publisher. The opinions expressed in Hyatt Magazine are those of the authors or columnists and do not necessarily reflect the views of the magazine or its publisher, Flash Media, nor do they constitute an endorsement of products or services herein. All articles submitted will become solely owned by Hyatt Magazine. We reserve the right to update, change, or reject any article or material. We reserve the right to refuse any advertisement. For any submissions, comments, concerns or question, please email the editor directly at nballut@hyattmag.com
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OPPC’s Event
The Prayer Center of Orland Park held their 7th Annual OPPC “Knock’em Down” Bowling event. A night of family and friend’s night with pizza, soda and free raffle.
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Islamic Relief USA’s Event The Palestinian Heart Shining Through The Palestinian-American Promise By: Mayssoun Olabi & Zainab HassanIslamic Relief USA Mohammad Assaf entered the stage to greet a clapping and cheering crowd. He spoke in Arabic, his mother tongue — a choice he made to grant his words the meanings and feelings embedded in the Arabic language and a long Palestinian history and culture. “I am a Palestinian refugee,” he said onstage on a U.S. tour with Islamic Relief USA in December. “Growing up in a camp, our hard life taught us there is always a way.” And Assaf — now an international star — has definitely found a way. His songs go beyond tunes and lyrics to symbolize love of home and the value and rights of each human. For many people living in Gaza, he resembles a beacon of hope. He represents a promise that with just a little help, everyone could showcase who they really are: a talented, spiritual people, with a strong will to live and succeed. Assaf traveled with Islamic Relief USA to six soldout events in New Jersey, Virginia, North Carolina, Michigan, Florida and Texas. He lifted the crowds from their seats and raised $1.7 million for
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projects providing humanitarian aid to people of Palestine. Linda Sarsour, a Palestinian-American activist, joined Assaf in some of the cities. “When we wake up in the morning, we need to be grateful to God that he chose us to be Palestinian,” she said. She recalled a personal encounter with a boy selling gum on the streets, and the pride and dignity he showed when Linda tried to give him money without taking any merchandise in return. The boy followed her down the streets and said, “I am not a beggar! I am a businessman. You either take your gum or your money.” Sarsour spoke of the need for unity with all oppressed people. She traveled to Standing Rock in North Dakota, where Native Americans were standing up to protect their water. She was amazed to see they had Palestinian flags everywhere. They saw their liberation, the pipeline situation, connected to the indigenous people of Palestine. The message of the night was clear: we are all one people. It was an echo of Martin Luther King’s words, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” It was an application of the Prophet’s (PBUH) saying we are all one body, so if one part hurts, the rest feels it. The tour, named “Promise for Palestine” and sponsored by Islamic Relief USA, aimed to raise money to support both emergency and developmental work in Gaza. The money raised will benefit primarily children — many little “Assafs” with great potential, who just need a little help to enter the world of success and find their paths towards a brighter future.
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MAS ICNA’s Event
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“The Annual MAS-ICNA Convention is one of the largest and most diverse Islamic conventions in North America. The convention takes place in Chicago, Illinois every December during the winter holiday season. By the grace of God and the unique effort of over 300 volunteers, the number of attendees has successfully grown from 1,500 in 2001 to 15,000 in 2015.
e r pictur u o y d , To fin e event h t m o r f zine’s a g a M tt at Hya or website: ok Facebo ttmag.com ya www.h The Muslim American Society (MAS) and Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) are dynamic, religious, and educational organizations that offer unique programs and services that seek to better the individual and in turn, the greater society by imparting Islamic knowledge, promoting community service, and much more. With similar goals and missions, both Islamic organizations teamed up to produce two successful conventions every year: the MAS Convention in Chicago, Illinois and the ICNA Convention in Baltimore, Maryland. The ICNA convention has successfully gathered over 20,000 attendees from all around the world.” - For more info about MAS ICNA visit, http://www.masicna.com/about-us.html
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