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For Philly Muslims, Ramadan iftars can include free meals, henna parties, and even chicken Alfredo

"When I moved to Philly, mosque iftars were my north star for finding community."

For iftar, some families prepared their own meals, including Palestinian and Syrian food, at Al Aqsa Islamic Society in Philadelphia on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Ramadan is observed by Muslims with a month of fasting. The fast is broken each day with a nightly meal called iftar.
For iftar, some families prepared their own meals, including Palestinian and Syrian food, at Al Aqsa Islamic Society in Philadelphia on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Ramadan is observed by Muslims with a month of fasting. The fast is broken each day with a nightly meal called iftar.Read moreMonica Herndon / Staff Photographer