Taste of Ramadan 2025 to be Hosted by Islamic Association of Central Connecticut

The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut is hosting “Taste of Ramadan 2025”, inviting people to, “Join us for a community Iftar celebration.”

“Food from around the world!!!” event organizers say.

The event is March 15, 2025 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School.

A City Council resolution introduced at the March 12th Council meeting by Ald Candyce Scott (D-3) notes that Holy Month of Ramadan, “is a spiritual time to cleanse the body and mind.”

“This is a time of increased love, peace, conditions with a higher power, and charity to others is increased and acknowledged,” the resolution says.

Resolution adds that, “Families, friends, and loved ones tend to break fast together after sun down and this is called the Iftar.”

Speaking in support of the resolution, Rimaz Bashir said,

I’m a resident of New Britain and have lived here my whole life. I was really glad to hear that a Ramadan resolution is being introduced again this year to acknowledge the significance this month holds for so many people in our community. For us Muslims Ramadan isn’t just a holiday filled with good food but a time of self reflection, compassion for those struggling through hardship, charity and connecting with loved ones. But this resolution goes beyond acknowledging our holy month, it also creates a space for greater understanding so that people can feel encouraged to ask questions rather than make assumptions—in a time where legacy media outlets often profit from outrage and division rather than promoting empathy and portraying the nuanced truth. Islam is a global faith practiced by people of every culture and background from Bosnia to Sudan to Palestine to Malaysia to Yemen. From Malcolm X to Muhammad Ali to Hasan Minhaj, Muslim Americans have always been part of this country’s story. On behalf of the IACC IMPACT org that represents New Britain Muslims, we’re grateful to see our city take this step toward recognition and inclusion—it may seem small but it’s powerful reminder that we all belong here.

Ald Scott said,

I am so happy and blessed to be able to present this resolution again this year. It means a lot to me and I love celebrating Ramadan. Resolutions that encourage inclusivity in our community are extremely important. I want to encourage my constituents to contact me if they have any holidays, cultures, or events they would like to celebrate with the community. Educating our community and sharing these special moments help to create peace and love and in return it eliminates hate and fear. Please feel free to call me at 860.325.3119.

Ramadan began on February 28th and will end on March 29th with the Eid al-Fitr celebration, which, “is a time for celebration, fun and festivities,” the Council resolution says.