Shima & Zaki
Schedule
Saturday, September 7, 2019
Nikah
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
2524 Hackberry Lane, Birmingham, AL 35226
At this religious ceremony, we will sign our wedding contract and officially become husband and wife! Imam Hossam Musa from the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati will give a brief sermon.
Holud-Mehndi
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
2030 Little Valley Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
The Mehndi and Holud are two traditional South Asian rituals that normally occur prior to the wedding. The Mehndi, or henna, is a Pakistani ritual during which the bride adorns her hands with henna. The Gaye Holud, or "turmeric on the body," is a Bangladeshi ritual during which turmeric paste is applied by guests to the bride and groom’s face and hands. At this modified version of a Mehndi and Holud party, expect a colorful afternoon of music, dance, food, and customary rituals to celebrate our union.
Reception
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
2030 Little Valley Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
The celebration moves indoors from the Gardens to the Carriage House for dinner, speeches, and more music!
Happily Ever Afterparty
Sat, Sep 7, 2019, 9:30 pm - Sun, Sep 8, 2019, 12:00 am
1701 Valley View Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
Cap the wedding off with a night of dancing and good cheer to celebrate the Newlyweds at the Vulcan Park & Museum! As the Roman god of fire and forge, Vulcan reflects Birmingham’s roots in the iron and steel industry. He is close to our hearts—Zaki proposed here!