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BAB AL ILM INC.

LXCL:A private bedroom to yourself. Includes all meals and full retreat access. Real bed (King, Queen, or Double, assigned first-come, first-served). Shared bathrooms.

Private Room

LXCL:For partners or friends attending together and sharing one King or Queen bed. Both people must each buy this ticket (reserves the full private room for the two of you). Includes all meals and retreat access.

Shared Bed in Private Room (For Pairs)

LXCL:A shared room with one other attendee. You will have your own dedicated single bed. Includes all meals and retreat access.

Shared Room

LXCL:A dedicated floor mattress in the open communal living space. Note: this area is a mixed-gender sleeping space and cannot be divided by gender. Includes all meals and retreat access.

Open Sleeping Space

⬇ PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING ⬇ Roots of Remembrance, Winter Edition Dalton, Massachusetts | Jan. 29 to Feb 1&nbsp; Your registration includes:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">3 nights of lodging at a private estate in the Berkshires</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All guided practice, including breath, chant, Muhasaba, and silence</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All meals, from Friday dinner through Monday, cooked fresh by Chef Saira</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Tea, snacks, and refreshments throughout the weekend</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Full access to the house, the fireplace, and all shared spaces</li></ul>The gathering begins Friday afternoon with arrival and settling in, and concludes Monday before 1:00 PM. Please review the information below before completing your registration. ABOUT THIS GATHERING Roots of Remembrance is a winter gathering centered on dhikr, the Sufi practice of remembrance. We live together in one house, share meals, sit in circle, and make room for both community and personal reflection. The gathering intentionally centers Muslim, SWANA, and Queer Muslim community. Allies and individuals of all backgrounds who feel drawn to the Sufi path are warmly welcome. You do not need prior experience with Sufism, Arabic, or dhikr. Every practice is introduced gently, with clear phonetics and English translations. YOUR ACCOMMODATION The estate is a private home, not a hotel. Please choose your ticket carefully, as the three options are quite different. All bathrooms in the house are shared. <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Open Space (Communal Living):&nbsp;$280 per person Communal sleeping in the home&rsquo;s open spaces, with comfortable floor mattresses and linens.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Double Room (only 1 available):&nbsp;$360 per person A shared bedroom with two beds. Come with a friend or be matched thoughtfully.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Private Room (limited availability):&nbsp;$444 per person A private bedroom with a king or queen bed, for those who want solitude and personal space during downtime.</li></ul>Sleeping arrangements depend on who joins. We will ask about your needs during registration and do our best to honor gender preferences and comfort, but we cannot guarantee gender-separated rooms. The Private Room is the best option if this matters to you. THE WEEKEND We keep a clear structure and leave room for rest, spontaneity, and the moments that cannot be planned. Saturday and Sunday each have their own rhythm. A fuller schedule will be shared with registered participants closer to the date. FRIDAY 4:00 to 6:00 PM | Arrival &amp; Settling In Arrive, find your place in the house, and have tea by the fire. Evening | Dinner Together &amp; Opening Circle Friday is for arriving gently. We share a meal, then gather for an opening circle. SATURDAY &amp; SUNDAY Morning practice, breakfast, the circle (chant, drum, and discussion), a shared lunch, open afternoons for rest and reflection, and an evening of dhikr and shared music. MONDAY Closing practice and circle. Departure before 1:00 PM. OFFERINGS You are welcome to bring an offering to share with the group. It might be a tea ceremony, a craft, a song, a poem, or anything else you would like to give. Offerings are entirely optional. If you have one in mind, let us know after you register. FOODAll meals are prepared fresh in the home by Chef Saira. All food is vegetarian. Vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free needs can be accommodated with advance notice, so please share your dietary needs during registration. GETTING THEREThe estate is in Dalton, Massachusetts, in the Berkshires, roughly two and a half hours from both New York City and Boston. The full address will be sent to registered participants. Winter roads can be slow, so please leave yourself extra time. We strongly encourage participants to coordinate transportation where possible. After you register, you will receive an invitation to the Roots of Remembrance WhatsApp group, which is used for:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Coordinating carpools and rideshares</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Connecting with others traveling from the same area</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sharing retreat updates</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Asking practical questions before arrival</li></ul>If you are driving and have space in your car, we encourage you to offer a ride. Please do not rely on the WhatsApp group as your only source of important information. Essential updates will also be sent directly to registered participants. PRICING &amp; CANCELLATION Tuition covers the estate rental, all meals, and the facilitation of the gathering. We are not able to offer sliding scale rates or payment plans for this retreat. Because space is limited to 15 people and costs are committed to our venue and groceries, full refunds are available up to 30 days before the retreat. Within 30 days, your registration can be transferred to a friend. BEFORE YOU BOOK Roots of Remembrance is a shared experience. We will spend the weekend together, practicing, eating, and resting under one roof. If you have questions about your ticket, accommodation, dietary needs, accessibility, or anything else, please write to us at <a data-fr-linked="true" fr-original-style="" href="mailto:info@babalilm.org" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">info@babalilm.org</a>. AFTER YOU REGISTER You will receive a confirmation email with your registration details and an invitation to the WhatsApp group. We look forward to welcoming you.

⬇ PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING ⬇ Roots of Remembrance, Winter Edition Dalton, Massachusetts | Jan. 29 to Feb 1  Your registration includes:<ul><li>3 nights of lodging at a private estate in the Berkshires</li><li>All guided practice, including breath, chant, Muhasaba, and silence</li><li>All meals, from Friday dinner through Monday, cooked fresh by Chef Saira</li><li>Tea, snacks, and refreshments throughout the weekend</li><li>Full access to the house, the fireplace, and all shared spaces</li></ul>The gathering begins Friday afternoon with arrival and settling in, and concludes Monday before 1:00 PM. Please review the information below before completing your registration. ABOUT THIS GATHERING Roots of Remembrance is a winter gathering centered on dhikr, the Sufi practice of remembrance. We live together in one house, share meals, sit in circle, and make room for both community and personal reflection. The gathering intentionally centers Muslim, SWANA, and Queer Muslim community. Allies and individuals of all backgrounds who feel drawn to the Sufi path are warmly welcome. You do not need prior experience with Sufism, Arabic, or dhikr. Every practice is introduced gently, with clear phonetics and English translations. YOUR ACCOMMODATION The estate is a private home, not a hotel. Please choose your ticket carefully, as the three options are quite different. All bathrooms in the house are shared. <ul><li>Open Space (Communal Living): $280 per person Communal sleeping in the home’s open spaces, with comfortable floor mattresses and linens.</li><li>Double Room (only 1 available): $360 per person A shared bedroom with two beds. Come with a friend or be matched thoughtfully.</li><li>Private Room (limited availability): $444 per person A private bedroom with a king or queen bed, for those who want solitude and personal space during downtime.</li></ul>Sleeping arrangements depend on who joins. We will ask about your needs during registration and do our best to honor gender preferences and comfort, but we cannot guarantee gender-separated rooms. The Private Room is the best option if this matters to you. THE WEEKEND We keep a clear structure and leave room for rest, spontaneity, and the moments that cannot be planned. Saturday and Sunday each have their own rhythm. A fuller schedule will be shared with registered participants closer to the date. FRIDAY 4:00 to 6:00 PM | Arrival &amp; Settling In Arrive, find your place in the house, and have tea by the fire. Evening | Dinner Together &amp; Opening Circle Friday is for arriving gently. We share a meal, then gather for an opening circle. SATURDAY &amp; SUNDAY Morning practice, breakfast, the circle (chant, drum, and discussion), a shared lunch, open afternoons for rest and reflection, and an evening of dhikr and shared music. MONDAY Closing practice and circle. Departure before 1:00 PM. OFFERINGS You are welcome to bring an offering to share with the group. It might be a tea ceremony, a craft, a song, a poem, or anything else you would like to give. Offerings are entirely optional. If you have one in mind, let us know after you register. FOODAll meals are prepared fresh in the home by Chef Saira. All food is vegetarian. Vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free needs can be accommodated with advance notice, so please share your dietary needs during registration. GETTING THEREThe estate is in Dalton, Massachusetts, in the Berkshires, roughly two and a half hours from both New York City and Boston. The full address will be sent to registered participants. Winter roads can be slow, so please leave yourself extra time. We strongly encourage participants to coordinate transportation where possible. After you register, you will receive an invitation to the Roots of Remembrance WhatsApp group, which is used for:<ul><li>Coordinating carpools and rideshares</li><li>Connecting with others traveling from the same area</li><li>Sharing retreat updates</li><li>Asking practical questions before arrival</li></ul>If you are driving and have space in your car, we encourage you to offer a ride. Please do not rely on the WhatsApp group as your only source of important information. Essential updates will also be sent directly to registered participants. PRICING &amp; CANCELLATION Tuition covers the estate rental, all meals, and the facilitation of the gathering. We are not able to offer sliding scale rates or payment plans for this retreat. Because space is limited to 15 people and costs are committed to our venue and groceries, full refunds are available up to 30 days before the retreat. Within 30 days, your registration can be transferred to a friend. BEFORE YOU BOOK Roots of Remembrance is a shared experience. We will spend the weekend together, practicing, eating, and resting under one roof. If you have questions about your ticket, accommodation, dietary needs, accessibility, or anything else, please write to us at <a href="mailto:info@babalilm.org" target="_blank">info@babalilm.org</a>. AFTER YOU REGISTER You will receive a confirmation email with your registration details and an invitation to the WhatsApp group. We look forward to welcoming you.

BAB AL ILM INC.

Roots of Remembrance

Dalton

Private Room

$444

Shared Bed in Private Room (For Pairs)

$349

Shared Room

$349

Open Sleeping Space

$280

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