السلام عليكم·Peace be upon you
A welcoming home for learning, worship, and belonging — rooted in the love of the Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.), where the Qur'an is read, knowledge is sought, and neighbors become family.
Colonia, NJ · Shia · Ja'fari·
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We are proud to partner with licensed marriage and family therapist Sayyida Sarah Zaidi MA | MS | MFT to offer faith-based therapy services for couples, families, and children. Appointments can be scheduled right from our website!
Our building elevator is now fully operational and has passed safety inspection
We are excited to share that the ALI Center is now officially registered under the state as a registered 501c3 nonprofit and that all donations are eligible to receive a tax deductible
Assalāmu ʿalaykum & welcome
ALI Center is a community of learners and neighbors devoted to seeking sacred knowledge and living it with sincerity. From a child's first verse of the Qur'an to a grandparent's weekly circle, we open our doors to everyone — offering classes, gatherings, and a warm second home grounded in faith, mercy, and service.
وَٱلَّذِينَ يَقُولُونَ رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَٰجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّٰتِنَا قُرَّةَ أَعْيُنٍۢ وَٱجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
“And those who say, "Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and offspring comfort to our eyes and make us an example for the righteous."”
Sūrat al-Furqān · 25:74
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What we offer
From the first letters of the alphabet to lifelong study, our classes are taught with care by qualified teachers — in a community that learns together.
Learn to read, write, and speak the language of the Qur'an — offered free to the community, level by level.
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Hands-on sessions on faith, life skills, and community topics, led by knowledgeable teachers and guests.
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Guided outings that bring learning to life — connecting our community through shared experiences and discovery.
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Borrow from our growing collection of Islamic books and resources for readers and researchers of every age.
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Faith, character, and fun for our youngest members in a safe, joyful, and nurturing environment.
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More than a center
From the call to prayer at dawn to lively weekend classes, our doors stay open to every family and seeker. Come to learn, to pray, and to find a community that feels like your own.
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Sun · 6:00 PM
530 New Brunswick Avenue, Rahway NJ 07065
Come commemorate the legacy of the Holy Prophet [saww] with us and also celebrate ALI Center's One Year Anniversary! Join us for an evening of trivia, raffle…
Details & RSVPSun · 4:00 PM
Live on Zoom!
Shaheen Merali calls herself an international citizen, and for good reason! Born in Dubai to East-African parents with Indian origin, she moved to the US in…
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88-160 W Lincoln Avenue #160A Rahway, NJ 07065
Join us on Sunday October 18th at 1:30 PM for a private sisters-only pilates class in collaboration with the Batool Collective!The session will last an hour…
Details & RSVPSun · 10:00 AM
Stony Lake Loop
Join Sheikh Mujtaba Khaleeq and Alimah Tahera Khaligh for a guided spiritual tour through the scenic Stony Lake Loop! There will be a separate brothers' and…
Details & RSVPSun · 9:00 AM
We are excited to announce that the ALI Center Library will be open each Thursday from 4 PM to 9 PM, beginning on October 1st! The library will also be open…
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A glimpse of the gatherings, classes, and celebrations that bring us together throughout the year.
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Plan ahead
Our gatherings alongside the major dates of the Islamic year — with Hijri dates shown for every day.
Rabīʿ I – Rabīʿ II 1448
Hijri dates & holidays are approximate and depend on local moon sighting — please confirm with the center.
From our community
Real reviews from the families who call the ALI Center home — straight from our Google listing.
Based on 8 Google reviews
The programs are focused on kids and youth, very well done, so well planned and organized. The organizers are very hard working, dedicated and young individuals with fresh ideas. We need more of these initiatives
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