Community Desk: ICNA Sisters
Starting with Zero: Islamic Inventions Throughout History
Saturday, October 24
10:00am - 5:00pm
Queen's Square
Community Desk, QSInteractive Islamic Heritage Month Display by ICNA Sisters Cambridge.
This interactive display explores the impact of Muslim scientists and innovators on the world today. From the numeral system we use to the coffee we enjoy, contributions from the Islamic world influence everyday life in more ways than you might expect.
The display also features a Sunnah table highlighting foods mentioned in the prophetic tradition, along with their subsequently discovered health benefits.
Drop in for a treat and discover fun facts about Islamic history.
About our partner
ICNA Sisters is a group of Canadian Muslim women working to build an exemplary Canadian Muslim community through education, communication and development. ICNA Sisters is a branch of ICNA Canada, a non-profit organization and registered charity.
Accessibility
If you require an accessibility accommodation for this program or event, please tell us how we can meet your needs as soon as possible so arrangements can be organized. If you require a sign language interpreter, please let us know at least two-weeks (10 working weekdays) before the program date.
If you are attending a registered program with a support person, please add your support worker as a guest when you sign up.
COST: Free
Queen's Square
| Mon, Sep 21 | 9:30AM to 8:30PM |
| Tue, Sep 22 | 9:30AM to 8:30PM |
| Wed, Sep 23 | 9:30AM to 8:30PM |
| Thu, Sep 24 | 9:30AM to 8:30PM |
| Fri, Sep 25 | 9:30AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, Sep 26 | 9:30AM to 5:30PM |
| Sun, Sep 27 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
Located in the heart of downtown Galt, Queen’s Square features the largest public library collection in the city as well as the main gallery and studio space for the Cambridge Art Galleries. After exploring the Gallery, relax with a book in the multiple study and reading areas, discover the large children’s department, or take in a special musical performance on the grand piano.
Cambridge Public Library supports and inspires its community to explore reading, the arts, innovation, and lifelong learning across five locations and online.