BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Farima Dance - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Farima Dance X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://farimadance.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Farima Dance REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Istanbul BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:+03 DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230212T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220919T061649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T012014Z UID:27294-1676194200-1676221200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Festival of the Oaks DESCRIPTION:The 74th annual international Festival of the Oaks features a morning international folk dance workshop\, a hot lunch\, exhibition dance performance\, and a program of afternoon recreational dances. Includes a pre-owned folk dance costume sale in the dance hall. Fun for all ages! No partner needed. \nDance ethnographer\, scholar\, and choreographer Farima Berenji will teach a short workshop of Iranian folk dances followed by a performance by her Simorgh Dance Collective. Lenore Watson will call contras\, Following lunch there will be a brief presentation by Tahitian Dance Company Te Mana O Te Ra and a program of international dance. \nSchedule\nAll Day — Institute and Folk Dancing\, $30.00 \n\n\n9:00-9:30am\nRegistration\n\n\n9:30am-12:00pm\n Dance workshop with Farima Berenji\, Silk Road folk dance performance by the Simorgh Dance Collective\, and contras with Lenore Watson\, $18.00\n\n\n12:00-1:00pm\n Hot lunch\, $10.00\n\n\n12:00-1:00pm\n Federation membership meeting. Includes lunch provided to Federation members attending.\n\n\n12:30-4:30pm\n Pre-owned folk dance costume sale\n\n\n1:00pm\n Brief presentation by Tahitian Dance Company Te Mana O Te Ra \n\n\n1:00-5:00pm\n International dance party. Dances from around the world and institute reviews. $17.00\n\n\nAttendees must be fully vaccinated\, including boosters. KN-95 or N-95 masks required. \nFree refreshments will be served all afternoon. \nTo send dance requests for the afternoon party\, or for more info\, e-mail a request to rg94610@gmail.com or to yvonneprovaznik@comcast.net.\n \nDownload and print a flier to share with others. \nRegister and pay in advance \nRegister \nFarima Berenji \nFarima Berenji\nFarima is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, dance ethnologist\, and archaeologist. She specializes in sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of the Silk Road. She is a third generation artist – her devotion to the world of arts was inspired by both her mother and grandmother – performing artists\, poets\, and musicians of Azerbaijani heritage. Farima has spent her lifetime studying Persian/Iranian and Central Asian dance\, culture\, and history. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to record\, research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and to inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement.\nFarima has lectured\, facilitated research projects\, collaborated\, choreographed\, & performed for highly acclaimed internationally renowned companies and institutions such as Avaz Dance Company\, Mosaic America (formerly Sangam Arts)\, ODC\, World Dance Fusion of San Francisco\, Istanbul Conservatory of the Arts\, Vienna Conservatory of the Arts\, the National Folk Organization (NFO)\, the Unique Circle of Manchester\, the Tumata Organization of Turkey\, UNESCO\, SF City Hall\, Kansas State University\, University of Manchester\, University of London\, Istanbul University\, Stanford University\, San Francisco State University\, San Francisco City Hall\, the Iranian National Museum and Conservatory and many more. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, and advisory council member of Mosaic America. She is honored to be the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. The Simorgh Dance Collective was the first Iranian dance company\, directed by an Iranian woman to perform during a reception for President Obama and President Biden. Recognized as one of few world experts and scholars of Persian dance history\, Farima infuses spirituality into her dance and teachings to impassion\, empower\, and inspire. For more details and media visit http://farimadance.com \nLenore Watson\nLenore started folk dancing and contra dance in college. She has taught international folk dance since the early 2000’s with Redding International Folk Dance. And she has been calling contra dances since 2014 in Redding and Chico\, as well as at special events – weddings\, festivals\, etc. She has called contras in previous years at the Festival of the Oaks and at other events in Northern California\, including the Officers Ball and Stockton Folk Dance Camp. Lenore loves calling contras\, and seeing the how the dancers connect and collaborate to make it work and have fun. Her favorite explanation of contra dance is that it’s like “an amusement park ride that we all create together.” URL:http://farimadance.com/event/festival-of-the-oaks/ LOCATION:Live Oak Recreation Center\, 1301 Shattuck Avenue (at Berryman)\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States CATEGORIES:Party,Performance,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Festival-of-the-Oaks-2023-Flyer-Final-Final-Final-3.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20230207T182709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T214457Z UID:28974-1676113200-1676131200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Making Connections: Stories from the Land DESCRIPTION:Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will take part of Mosaic America’s performance at the beautiful Los Altos History Museum! Performance time for the Simorgh Dance Collective should be about 1pm\, but come early to enjoy the program. \nCelebrate the opening of the Museum’s Permanent Exhibition\, “Making Connections: Stories from the Land\,” with a ribbon-cutting ceremony\, cultural performances\, and exhibition tours. \nVisit Los Altos History Museum’s Making Connections: Stories from the Land online page for more details of the exhibit. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/los-altos-history/ LOCATION:Los Altos History Museum\, 51 S San Antonio Rd\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/8U7A8590-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20230126T214355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T161705Z UID:28677-1675184400-1675191600@farimadance.com SUMMARY:State of the County 2023 DESCRIPTION:The annual State of the County held by the Santa Clara County Supervisors includes 2023 State of the County address by Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg. The event celebrates our community with \n\nDance performances by Mosaic America and the Simorgh Dance Collective \nMusic with the Lincoln High School Orchestra \nStudent Art Gallery Exhibition by ArtHouse \nSanta Clara County Office of Education Alternative Education Department\nSilicon Valley Creates\nReception by Zanotto’s Markets URL:http://farimadance.com/event/state-of-the-county-2023/ LOCATION:County of Santa Clara Office\, 70 West Hedding Street\, San Jose\, CA\, 95110\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture,Party,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/nicholas-green-nPz8akkUmDI-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221221T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221221T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221115T033354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T031946Z UID:27686-1671647400-1671652800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Yalda: Calling in the Light DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening gathering sharing stories\, poetry\, and more for Yalda\, the winter solstice. This year we dedicate our evening with prayers and sacred rituals honoring the bravery of the Iranian people who are facing a long period of unrest. Feel free to share stories or poetry during this third annual online Yalda gathering. Together let us bring back the light and call in peace and unity. \nShab-e Yalda (Yalda Night) is the Persian Winter Solstice Celebration on the eve of the Winter Solstice. The Persians believed that this night is the night of the birth of Ahura Mazda and Mithra\, Persian God of Light and Truth. \nThe longest and darkest night of the year is a time when friends and family gather together to eat\, drink and read poetry (especially Hafez) and Shahnameh until well after midnight. Fruits and nuts are eaten and pomegranates and watermelons are particularly significant. The red color in these fruits symbolizes the crimson hues of dawn and glow of life. The poems of Divan-e Hafez\, which can be found in the bookcases of most Iranian families\, are read or recited on various occasions such as this festival and Nowruz. Shab-e Yalda was officially added to Iran’s List of National Treasures in a special ceremony in 2008. Yalda is observed in Iran\, Azerbaijan\, Afghanistan\, Tajikistan\, by Iraqi Kurdistan\, and in Turkey by Kurds and Azeris. \nAll are welcome. Please register in advance to obtain a link to the online presentation. \nPlease consider making a donation at http://donate.farimadance.com to support our work. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/yalda-2022/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Lecture,Meditation Gathering (Sema),Online,Party,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Yalda-2022.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221218T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221115T035024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T035208Z UID:27691-1671372000-1671379200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul: Workshop DESCRIPTION:A Sacred Dance\, Music and Healing Journey with Sufi Master of Yarsan Order and Scholar\, Farima Berenji \nJoin us on a path of healing and self-growth through the power of Sufism\, Sacred Circles\, music\, and Sacred Dance. In that journey\, the promptings of the Inner Divine are found\, and love\, kindness\, and compassion flow naturally into our daily life. \nWe will create a sacred\, supportive space where we can all release whatever energy no longer serves us\, relax and open our heart\, body\, and mind. We will discover the power and mystery of ancient Persian and Sufi dance and rituals — a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation–through prayers\, whirling\, music\, and love. Be moved by beautiful Sufi rituals\, sacred music\, songs\, chanting\, poetry\, and dance in prayers and Love! \nFor this workshop\, we will combine the sacred phrases\, chants\, music\, and movements from the ancient Persian spiritual traditions of Khorasan and Yarsan to help touch the spiritual essence within us and to help us recognize it in others. These fundamental elements compose the ancient\, contemporary\, and devotional roots of sacred dance. \nIn this workshop/gathering we will experience: \n\nPresence and surrender to Love.\nPractice devotional embodiment and ancient Persian healing dance rituals.\nThe power of healing and love through poetry\, zikr\, and Sufi whirling (Iranian\, Central Asian\, and Turkish Rituals and Zikr)\nThe power of the sharing circle and acts of kindness and love toward self and others.\nDance and Music as prayer and spiritual transformation.\nBreathing meditations.\nBasic whirling techniques for beginners (Iranian\, Turkish and Central Asian Sema and Semah)\nGwati and Iranian Zikr Rituals (Sufi Prayers and Ancient Medicine Healing Circles)\nSema Gathering\, Performances\, and Sohbet (Sufi Whirling Gathering and Spiritual Talk/Lectures)\, Q&A\, and Sharing Circles.\n\nRegister \nRegister also for the Shebi Arus gathering on December 17 URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-2022/ LOCATION:Last Frontier NYC\, 520 Kingsland Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/DA5B955D-1139-49CD-8495-1FF0E55287BA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221115T015831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T041308Z UID:27680-1671300000-1671307200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul: Shebi Arus Gathering DESCRIPTION:A Sacred Dance\, Music and Healing Journey with Sufi Master of Yarsan Order and Scholar\, Farima Berenji \nJoin us on a path of healing and self-growth through the power of Sufism\, Sacred Circles\, music\, and Sacred Dance. In that journey\, the promptings of the Inner Divine are found\, and love\, kindness\, and compassion flow naturally into our daily life. \nWe will create a sacred\, supportive space where we can all release whatever energy no longer serves us\, relax and open our heart\, body\, and mind. We will discover the power and mystery of ancient Persian and Sufi dance and rituals — a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation–through prayers\, whirling\, music\, and love. Be moved by beautiful Sufi rituals\, sacred music\, songs\, chanting\, poetry\, and dance in prayers and Love! \nFor this workshop and gathering\, we will combine the sacred phrases\, chants\, music\, and movements from the ancient Persian spiritual traditions of Khorasan and Yarsan to help touch the spiritual essence within us and to help us recognize it in others. These fundamental elements compose the ancient\, contemporary\, and devotional roots of sacred dance. \nIn this workshop/gathering we will experience: \n\nPresence and surrender to Love.\nPractice devotional embodiment and ancient Persian healing dance rituals.\nThe power of healing and love through poetry\, zikr\, and Sufi whirling (Iranian\, Central Asian\, and Turkish Rituals and Zikr)\nThe power of the sharing circle and acts of kindness and love toward self and others.\nDance and Music as prayer and spiritual transformation.\nBreathing meditations.\nBasic whirling techniques for beginners (Iranian\, Turkish and Central Asian Sema and Semah)\nGwati and Iranian Zikr Rituals (Sufi Prayers and Ancient Medicine Healing Circles)\nSema Gathering\, Performances\, and Sohbet (Sufi Whirling Gathering and Spiritual Talk/Lectures)\, Q&A\, and Sharing Circles.\n\nParticipants are encouraged to bring a poem or story to share. Musicians feel free to bring your instruments to inspire and bring love into our circle! \nRegister \nRegister also for our Dance of the Soul workshop on December 18 URL:http://farimadance.com/event/shebi-arus-2022/ LOCATION:Last Frontier NYC\, 520 Kingsland Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema),Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/DA5B955D-1139-49CD-8495-1FF0E55287BA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221114T231330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T160106Z UID:27676-1670756400-1670761800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Quest of the Magi DESCRIPTION:A Lecture by Scholar and Ethnologist\, Farima Berenji\nLearn the little known background of the Persian Magi who journeyed toward the sacred star on Christmas in this delightful holiday lecture by Farima Berenji. There are many stories of the Magi. Were the Persian Magi priests\, a coven of sorcerers\, or a class of highly educated and honored physicians\, astronomers\, engineers\, and scientists who allied with their beliefs sought to help humankind? Farima will help unshroud the mystery of the Magi for their origins\, life\, and beliefs. \nHosted by the Center for Creative Living\, the program starts at 11am with a song\, prayer\, meditation\, and announcements. Farima will be introduced and speak 30 to 40 minutes. \nPark in the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Center parking lot and enter through the gate in the back. Do not go to the front door\, enter through the gate in the back. \nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, choreographer\, and dance ethnologist. A master instructor and performer in Persian and Sufi dance\, she specializes in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of Persia and Central Asia. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, founder of Dance of the Soul\, she is the advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, Eastern Arts\, National Folk Organization\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to record\, research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and to inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/quest-of-the-magi/ LOCATION:Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 938 The Alameda\, San Jose\, CA\, 95126\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/MagiLecture2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Creative Living":MAILTO:safecorky@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221118T025736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T025804Z UID:27719-1670153400-1670158800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:The Lioness DESCRIPTION:Legends of the Ancient Iranic Female Warriors and Commanders \nIn ancient Persia\, women were considered living goddesses and many had important positions in court of law\, ministries\, military\, state departments\, and other official administrative positions. Many ancient Persian cities and states were ruled by women and had their army under full control of female commanders. They were known to be great warriors\, had great sword skills\, and went into battle side by side with their king or husband. The significant role of women in ancient Iran both horrified and fascinated the ancient Greek and Roman male-dominated societies.\nIn this lecture Farima will present the history and legends of: \n\nThe ancient Iranic empresses\, Hamazons (Amazon warriors)\, and commanders.\nArdalans – “The Mighty Fighters” and great horseback riders\nSarmatians and Scythians – The great spear fighters and women archers.\nHazarabam – Known for their great sword skills and famously known as the “Immortal Army.”\nThe role of women in the epic book of the Shahnahmeh (The Book of Kings)\n\nFree for those taking the full Warriors of Light workshop. \nRegister \nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, choreographer\, and dance ethnologist. A master instructor and performer in Persian and Sufi dance\, she specializes in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of Persia and Central Asia. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, founder of Dance of the Soul\, she is the advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, Eastern Arts\, National Folk Organization\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to record\, research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and to inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/lioness-lecture/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lioness-2022E.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221027T022721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T013737Z UID:27525-1667669400-1667680200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Woman Life Freedom DESCRIPTION:An intimate gathering to honor and celebrate the bravery of Iranian people \nJoin us as we stand in unity with the people of Iran. We will have poetry recital\, live music\, and Persian and Silk Road dance performances to share with you\, accompanied by light bites and drinks. There will also be time for sacred dance\, Sema (whirling dance)\, and prayer. Feel free to bring a poem or music to share. Our gathering welcomes musicians to come and share their art. \nEvents will be held both indoors and outdoors. Bring something warm to wear outside. \nOur venue is a home studio with limited street parking. Be sure to give yourself extra time to find parking. There is also parking available on Stevens Creek Blvd a short walk away. Because of our limited capacity we ask you to confirm registration here or by contacting us \nThis is a free event so it can be as inclusive as possible. If you can\, please help us offer a token of appreciation to all the professionals who are making this event possible. \nRegister URL:http://farimadance.com/event/woman-life-freedom/ LOCATION:Cope-a-Cabana\, 433 S. Henry Ave.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95117\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/b0a8b4b3-1aa1-403d-91d0-b51764e83c21.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221030T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221017T074036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T001421Z UID:27478-1667124000-1667127600@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Peace and Solidarity for Iran DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free online prayer session and Sema gathering to support peace and solidarity for the people of Iran. Guest musicians are welcome to play for whirling for peace. Please bring stories and poetry to share for peace. \nTogether we wish the people of Iran find healing and peace in the face of alarming social unrest and challenges in their country. \nSema starts: \nSundays October 2022\n10:00 am – 11:00 am Pacific\n8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Tehran \nEnter by Zoom URL:http://farimadance.com/event/peace-for-iran3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema),Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/SacredCIrcleForIran4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221023T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221023T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221019T051827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T051927Z UID:27493-1666537200-1666549800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Levitt Pavilion Fall Concert 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE Levitt Pavilion San Jose concert\, with food vendors\, community\, and cultural programming by FOUR different groups\, curated by Mosaic America. \nMosaic America strengthens communities\, cultivates belonging\, and catalyzes inclusion through intercultural and co-created cultural experiences. Mosaic’s thoughtfully curated programming weaves through the forgotten and remembered journeys in and of a specific Place\, presenting living moments that are drawn from all our histories. They work with local artists and community leaders to authentically represent cultures collaboratively and inclusively\, to irrevocably cultivate Belonging. Through the pieces of art created during this process\, they uncover threads that connect our different cultures\, proving once again that art can unite us. On Sunday you will be able to see the amazing talent displayed by Kawayan Folk Arts\, the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Ensamble Folclorico Colibri (EFC)\, and Grupo Puyakan URL:http://farimadance.com/event/levitt-pavilion-2022/ LOCATION:St. James Park\, San Jose\, N 2nd St &\, E St James St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95129\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/311444084_518800920254584_3031208262094112530_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221023T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221017T074002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T001421Z UID:27475-1666519200-1666522800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Peace and Solidarity for Iran DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free online prayer session and Sema gathering to support peace and solidarity for the people of Iran. Guest musicians are welcome to play for whirling for peace. Please bring stories and poetry to share for peace. \nTogether we wish the people of Iran find healing and peace in the face of alarming social unrest and challenges in their country. \nSema starts: \nSundays October 2022\n10:00 am – 11:00 am Pacific\n8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Tehran \nEnter by Zoom URL:http://farimadance.com/event/peace-for-iran2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema),Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/SacredCIrcleForIran2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221016T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221005T054340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T001421Z UID:27407-1665914400-1665919800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Peace and Solidarity for Iran DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free online prayer session and Sema gathering to support peace and solidarity for the people of Iran. Guest musicians are welcome to play for whirling for peace. Please bring stories and poetry to share for peace. \nTogether we wish the people of Iran find healing and peace in the face of alarming social unrest and challenges in their country. \nSema starts: \nOctober 16\, 2022\n10:00 am – 11:30 am Pacific\n8:30 pm – 10:00 pm Tehran \nEnter by Zoom URL:http://farimadance.com/event/peace-for-iran/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema),Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/SacredCIrcleForIran2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220924T163926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T165404Z UID:27326-1664652600-1664659800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Essence of Persian Dance Dinner Show DESCRIPTION:An amazing evening dinner show of beautiful Persian and Middle Eastern Dance with Master Artist Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Nataliya Saborio with Russian Oriental Belly Dance\, and Lucia Herlinda. \n$50 includes gourmet pizza buffet. \nReservations suggested at (858) 260-9500 URL:http://farimadance.com/event/essence-dinner-show/ LOCATION:Goli Restaurant\, 18021 Calle Ambeinte\, Suite 403\, Rancho Sante Fe\, San Diego\, CA\, 92067\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner and Dance Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/8U7A8590-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221002T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220419T062703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T222040Z UID:26242-1664625600-1664726400@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Essence of Persian Dance DESCRIPTION:A weekend workshop intensive and performance with Master Farima Berenji. \nPersian Classical Dance Workshop\nSat. Oct 1\, 12:00 – 1:30PM\nExperience one of the world’s most enchanting dances. Persian dance is inspired by medieval Persian poetry\, miniature artwork\, sacred elements\, animals\, and geometry. Persian dance comes from an ancient culture of 8000 years and its movements often reflect the swirling of a birds\, beautiful gesture and feelings\, footwork patterns\, and dazzling spins. Many great Persian poets extolled dance in their poems and used it as a symbol of the power of life and represented dance as a spiritual instrument to become one with the Divine. \nPersian classical dance is delicate\, intricate\, subtle\, and full of meaning. Delicate hand movements\, gentle upper body undulations\, and facial expressions are the essential elements of this dance. The dance emphasizes feeling\, rather than movement. The dancer tells a story\, by displaying a variety of expressions. This workshop introduces Persian classical dance technique\, history and a simple choreography \nEssence of Persian Dance Dinner Show\nSat. Oct 1\, 7:30pm\nGoli Reataurant\, San Diego\, CA\nAn amazing evening dinner show of beautiful Persian and Middle Eastern Dance with Master Artist Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Nataliya Saborio with Russian Oriental Belly Dance\, and Lucia Herlinda. \n$50 includes gourmet pizza buffet. More details… \nBandari (Khaliji) Dance Workshop\nSun. Oct 2\, 2:30 – 4:00PM\nIranian folk dances reflect the ancient mythical stories\, celebration of solstices\, tribute to the ancient sacred animals\, Gods\, and mother earth. It reflects lifestyle of people who lead a simple and spiritual nomadic life. They are rhythmic and elegant movements that reflect a nomadic way of living\, beliefs\, work\, struggles\, and battles. \nCenturies-old trade between Africa and Persia in the Persian Gulf introduced a blend of high-energy exciting folk dance and music known as Bandari. Bandari combines African\, Arab\, and Persian movements such as hand and shoulder shimmies\, hip thrusts\, and head tosses\, earning it the name “Persian bellydance.” Bandari is a wild\, celebratory dance that can be done as a group or solo. Iranian people of all ages perform this dance at parties\, traveling around in a circle and sometimes stepping in to the center for a solo with encouragement from their friends. \nJoin Farima for this workshop and learn Bandari dance technique\, history\, and participate in a simple choreography. \nRegistration\n$30 Advance or $35 at the door\nContact: Lucia (619) 405-2308 or cairolucy@cox.net URL:http://farimadance.com/event/essence-of-persian-dance/ LOCATION:La Vie Dance & Culture\, 1255 W. Morena\, San Diego\, CA\, 92110\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Essence-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220923 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20221103T034702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T034702Z UID:27603-1663545600-1663891199@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Journey to Khorasan DESCRIPTION:With Farima Berenji\, Master Seyed Salman Hosseini\, and Amir Arzani URL:http://farimadance.com/event/journey-to-khorasan/ LOCATION:Khorasan\, Iran\, Islamic Republic of CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema),Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Khorasan-sema.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220918T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220904T231224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T152737Z UID:27224-1663495200-1663513200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Viva Calle SJ 2022 DESCRIPTION:Viva CalleSJ provides people with the chance to enjoy a day of fun connecting with other residents of San Jose and their city in a whole new way. Viva Calle SJ is an open streets event! Feel free to walk\, bike\, skate or just come play in the streets! \nThe Simorgh Dance Collective will perform sponsored by Mosaic America at 10am\, 11am\, and 12:15pm in Kelley Park. The area is route’s end for Viva Calle SJ\, where they close many streets in San Jose for vehicles; and encourage people to walk/ bike/ skate… The performance will include audience interaction. \nViva Calle SJ is a program of the city of San Jose and the San Jose Parks Recreation and Neighborhood Services. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/viva-calle-sj-22/ LOCATION:Kelley Park\, 1300 Senter Rd\, San Jose\, 95112 CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/306843381_1450834062050783_4197474252627465836_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220827T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220827T220000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220808T175033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T072224Z UID:27076-1661612400-1661637600@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Mosaic Festival Silicon Valley DESCRIPTION:Celebrate our mosaic of American cultures at the second annual Mosaic Festival in Silicon Valley. This “destination” event is actually a journey that welcomes each of us to honor our unique history while also co-creating a vision of our shared future of belonging\, healing\, and harmony. \nOn Saturday Aug. 27 afternoon we welcome you to immerse yourself first\, 3-6PM in workshops (mindfulness\, arts and crafts) and inter-cultural performances. Then\, from 6-10PM\, experience the healing practices and (participative) performances by the tens of cultures in our very own neighborhoods + food trucks and vendors! \nThe Simorgh Dance Collective will perform and hold a dance workshop in Silk Road Dance. \nFestival Schedule \nDon’t forget to check out our Fri-Aug 26th program! We encourage you to come as you are. This free event is for ALL\, no prerequisites: We are committed to intentionally creating a space of empathy and compassion where everyone is welcome. And safety first\, all current COVID guidelines will be followed. \nBy registering for the festival\, you are automatically entered to join our raffle! \nRegister \nWe acknowledge that this event will be held on Thámien Ohlone Tribal ethnohistoric territory\, which based upon the 18 unratified federal treaties of 1851-1852\, includes the unceded ancestral lands of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/mosaic-fest-sat-22/ LOCATION:Mexican Heritage Plaza\, 1700 Alum Rock\, San Jose\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mosaic_2022.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T220000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220808T175315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T072224Z UID:27080-1661526000-1661551200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Mosaic Festival Silicon Valley DESCRIPTION:Celebrate our mosaic of American cultures at the second annual Mosaic Festival in Silicon Valley. This “destination” event is actually a journey that welcomes each of us to honor our unique history while also co-creating a vision of our shared future of belonging\, healing\, and harmony. \nThe Friday Aug. 26 evening program includes \n\nGlobal Dance Party (outdoors)\nYoga and meditation (outdoors)\nInter-cultural music spanning several genres and instruments (in the theater with Covid-guideline friendly seating) \nFood trucks and vendors \n\nFriday the Simorgh Dance Collective performs a Silk Road ethnic dance. \nFestival Schedule \nDon’t forget to check out the program on Sat-Aug 27th! We encourage you to come as you are. This free event is for ALL\, no prerequisites: We are committed to intentionally creating a space of empathy and compassion where everyone is welcome. And safety first\, all current COVID guidelines will be followed. \nBy registering for the festival\, you are automatically entered to join our raffle! \nRegister \nWe acknowledge that this event will be held on Thámien Ohlone Tribal ethnohistoric territory\, which based upon the 18 unratified federal treaties of 1851-1852\, includes the unceded ancestral lands of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/mosaic-fest-fri-22/ LOCATION:Mexican Heritage Plaza\, 1700 Alum Rock\, San Jose\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mosaic_2022.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220704T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220704T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220622T024444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T011930Z UID:26604-1656927900-1656946800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Rose\, White\, and Blue Parade and Festival DESCRIPTION:The Rose\, White & Blue Parade and Festival is a historic community celebration that brings together residents\, businesses and organizations of San José and the greater Bay Area in celebration of diversity\, public spirit\, and our floral/agricultural heritage. \nThe Simorgh Dance Collective is proud to be participating in the Rose\, White\, and Blue parade and then performing in the festival. We will be showcasing traditional Persian and Silk Road dance\, costume\, and culture. \n\nThe Parade\nThe RW&B Parade will start near the Lincoln High School campus. At the staging area\, the lineup of parade participants\, classic cars\, bands\, dance groups\, and community troupes are organized while children finish decorating their bikes and wagons in red\, white and blue streamers. The parade will wind its way through the Shasta/Hanchett and Rose Garden neighborhoods (Dana to Naglee to The Alameda) then will continue traveling down Naglee Avenue.\n \n\nThe Festival\nAt the end of the parade’s route\, we will host a classic 4th of July party. This four-hour afternoon event will host performances by parade participants\, local musicians\, dancers\, and poets; food and culture vendors; and offer dancing and interactive activities for families. Local officials and our parade sponsors are also introduced to an appreciative crowd and sponsor festival booths.\n \nFor more details visit https://www.rwbsj.org URL:http://farimadance.com/event/rwb-parade/ LOCATION:The Alameda\, San Jose\, 1100 Shasta Ave.\, San Jose\, CA 95126\, San Jose\, CA\, CA\, 95126\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/rwb_webbanner_final_update_582.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="RW&B Parade and Festival":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T173000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220416T161141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T201720Z UID:26219-1656172800-1656178200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul: An Introduction to Sufi Whirling DESCRIPTION:Discover the power and mystery of whirling as a gateway for self-growth and spiritual enlightenment through movement\, music\, and meditation. Inspired by nature\, ancient Iranic rituals\, science\, and the beautiful spiritual traditions of Sufism\, join Farima to learn the essentials of whirling meditation including preparation\, balance and posture\, controlling dizziness\, self-focus\, breathwork\, and more. \nWhirling in the practice of devotion\, healing\, and meditation originated thousands of years ago with the ancient Persians using it as way of connecting the body and soul. Today\, Sufis use it as a powerful meditation ritual with music\, poetry\, and movement. Based on this centuries-old Sufi ritual\, whirling can unite mind\, heart\, and body. \nOnline\, hosted by East West Books of Mountain View\, CA. \nPrice is $20. \nRegister \nIn advance:\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and plan to wear socks or soft soled shoes.\nAvoid eating a large meal 1-2 hours prior.\n\nNo experience necessary to begin participating. With help anyone can learn and master whirling techniques while respecting one’s own limitations. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-jun22/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Online,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DanceOfTheSoul-Jun2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220610T042832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T073538Z UID:26530-1656149400-1656158400@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Historic Folsom Hometown Parade DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the fourth annual “Historic Folsom Hometown Parade\,” a community celebration taking place on Saturday\, June 25th starting at 9:30 a.m. in Historic Folsom. We couldn’t be more excited to bring back this family fun even to the district. \nThe Hometown Parade will take place on Sutter Street\, beginning at Scott Street and heading west to Reading Street. This very entertaining procession-will range from funky floats to Wild West re-enactments and everything in between. We have some fabulous entries of well-loved classics that both young and old will love. \nThe Simorgh Dance Collective is happy to be participating in authentic Persian costumes. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/historic-folsom-hometown-parade/ LOCATION:Sutter Street\, Sutter Street\, Fulsom\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/folsom-hometown-parade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220612T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220606T064520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T001418Z UID:26501-1655033400-1655037000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Prayers and Whirling for Abadan DESCRIPTION:Join us for a prayer session\, ancient mourning ritual of the Persian Gulf (Call of the Sea)\, and whirling in memory of the casualties and devastation in Abadan\, Iran. Together we wish the people of Abadan healing in the face of this tremendous tragedy\, to all those who have been wounded\, lost family\, or have property destroyed. Our team will deliver food and first-aid to the people who have been working day and night at the damage sites and offer free healing sessions and counseling to those in-need. \nIf you like to make a donation to help with these efforts please let us know or make a donations at the link below. A receipt of donations will be provided to anyone who wish to have a copy. Please send me a message to get free link to attend online or the address to attend in-person. \nWith Master Seyed Salman\, Master Farima Berenji\, guest dervishes\, and musicians. \nWe are collecting donations to help those of this terrible tragedy below. Your donations will help greatly. \nSema starts: \nJune 12\, 2022\n11:30 am – 12:30 pm Pacific\n11:00 pm – 12:00 am Tehran \nEnter by Zoom URL:http://farimadance.com/event/abadan-sema/ LOCATION:San Jose\, CA\, San Jose\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Meditation Gathering (Sema),Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SemaGathering-abadan.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220522T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220522T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220504T080400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221009T233733Z UID:26350-1653221700-1653224400@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Travel and Adventure Show 2022 DESCRIPTION:The Simorgh Dance Collective performs Persian and Silk Road dance on the Global Beats Stage. During our performance we invite everyone to learn and participate in a fun dance from the Silk Road. \nExperience inspirational and informative seminar stages (Travel Channel Theater\, and Destination Theater)\, plus culture and entertainment abound on the Taste of Travel Stage and Global Beats Stage offering dozens of culinary demos and dance performances all weekend long. Plus\, check out many of the hands-on activities offered at the show. \nThe Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show is where travel lovers come for travel inspiration\, expert information and fun\, cultural interaction. It’s where you’ll discover thousands of authentic travel experiences and speak directly to the travel experts who can get you there\, give you the inside scoop\, and save you money on exclusive travel deals. It’s the only travel show in the Bay Area that showcases hundreds of captivating worldwide destinations from India to the Caribbean to California drive vacations. \nView the schedule on the Global Beats Stage. \nOnline ticket sales… \nFollow Travel and Adventure Show on Facebook. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/ba-travel-show-2022/ LOCATION:Santa Clara Convention Center\, 5001 Great America Pkwy\, Santa Clara\, CA\, 95054\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/https-_cdn.evbuc_.com_images_182381629_144231071304_1_original.20211108-214403.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220511 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220423T024408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T212248Z UID:26285-1652054400-1652227199@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Konya Sema Gathering DESCRIPTION:Sufi brothers and sisters\, you are invited to participate in a Sema Gathering taking place in Konya\, Turkey from May 9 to 10. Please note that this is an invitation only and that all coming must register in advance for RSVP. If you wish to invite anyone please contact us and register their names. No entry without advance registration. \nWe will create a sacred\, supportive space where we can all release whatever energy no longer serves us\, relax and open our heart\, body\, and mind. We will discover the power and mystery of ancient dances and rituals – a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation–through prayers\, whirling\, music\, and love. Be moved by beautiful Sufi and Sacred music\, songs\, chanting\, poetry\, rituals\, and dance in prayers! \nWith Yarsan Pir (Master) Seyed Salman Hosseini\, Sufi Dance Master\, Farima Berenji\, and musicians and teachers Evren Evin\, Evan Phillips\, Hatice Gülbahar Hepsev\, Master Seyed Vessal Hosseini from Iran (vocalist)\, the amazing Fatih Kocer (vocalist and musician)\, and Dr. Reza Alizadeh\, scholar and professor of spiritually and mysticism of Konya. \nDuring our Sema Gathering\, Master Farima Berenji and other Sufi Masters will lead Zikr\, Sema\, Khorasan Semah\, and other rituals and ceremonies. \nYou are welcome to set and feel the healing energy\, bring a poem to share\, join our Zikr\, pray with us\, laugh or cry… as we journey together to be closer to the light. \n\nMusicians — Feel free to bring your instruments and join our music circle. Let your heart guide your music during our open floor Sema\nSemazens — Open your heart and whirl!\nLovers\, Seekers\, and Watchers — Come and join our sacred circle. You are welcome to set and feel the healing energy\, bring a poem to share\, join our Zikr\, pray with us\, laugh or cry… as we journey together to be closer to the light.\n\nOpen your heart! Listen! Turn\, dance\, and move in anyway that makes you feel alive! \nContact us for more info and registration. \nFaculty\n\nSeyed Salman Hosseini\nSeyed Salman \nPir Seyed Salman Hosseini (Sufism\, Sufi music\, maqams\, tanbur) possesses a bachelor degree in music ethnology and is an Iranian traditional music researcher\, composer and a master musician of tambour\, setar\, tar\, and rebab. He directs the traditional Persian music ensemble Cherikeh which has been performing sacred and traditional music for many years. Seyed has produced many albums including Javdanegni and Tabeh Ghaleh. He is the music director and composer for films such as Song of God and Gadam Yar. Seyed has composed and performed more than 40 concerts and TV programs including composing music for national broadcasts of Iran. He has performed professionally in Iran\, Germany\, Syria\, and the Iraqi Kurdistan region. Additionally\, he is a Sufi master and has his own school of music and mysticism.\n\n\nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima Berenji (Director and master classes) is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, choreographer\, and dance ethnologist. A master instructor and performer in Persian and Sufi dance\, she specializes in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of Persia and Central Asia. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, founder of Dance of the Soul\, she is the advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, Eastern Arts\, National Folk Organization\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to record\, research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and to inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more..\n\n\n\nEvren Evin\nEvren Evin \n\nEvan Phillips\nEvan Phillips \n\nHatice Gülbahar Hepsev\nHatice Gülbahar Hepsev \n\nAlso Dr. Reza Alizadeh\, scholar and professor of spiritually and mysticism in Konya\, Master Seyed Vessal Hosseini from Iran (vocalist) and the amazing Fatih Kocer from Turkey (vocalist and musician). URL:http://farimadance.com/event/konya-sema/ LOCATION:Dervish Brother Center\, Aziziye mahallesi mimar Sinan sok no 5\, Karatay\, Konya\, 42030\, Turkey CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/SemaGatheringTR2022A.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220506 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220510 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220224T054151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T181827Z UID:25828-1651795200-1652140799@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Caravan of Mystics Sufi Retreat Mistikler Kervanı-Sufi İnzivası DESCRIPTION:Music and Sema Workshops\, Zikr\, Sema Gathering\, Sacred Circles\, Sohbet\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \nWith Yarsan Pir (Master) Seyed Salman Hosseini\, Sufi Dance Master\, Farima Berenji\, and musicians and teachers Evren Evin\, Evan Phillips\, Hatice Gülbahar Hepsev and others… \nUPDATE: Master Seyed Vessal Hosseini from Iran (vocalist)\, the amazing Fatih Kocer from Turkey (vocalist and musician)\, and Dr. Reza Alizadeh\, scholar and professor of spiritually and mysticism in Konya have joined our Caravan! \nJoin us for three days and two nights of ancient wisdom\, dance\, music\, whirling and healing ritual practices of the Anatolian\, Khorasan\, and Yarsanai mystics. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to experience and discover the ancient roots of mysticism\, to connect with your inner Divine\, and to learn sacred music and dance from internationally acclaimed artists and scholars. \nNote registrants may now stay until Monday morning May 9. \nRetreat includes: \n\nIn-depth studies of the origin/roots of mysticism and Sufism of Khorasan and Yarsan.\nTurkish\, Khorasani\, and Yarsani Zikr\, poetry\, sema and semah (Shams Sema\, Rast Sema\, Yarsan Sema)\nMusic workshops and studies of Yarsani and Iranian Sufi makhams with daf\, ney\, and tanbour.\nSunrise Zikr and meditation.\nSohbet (Sufi discussion) by Pir Salman Hosseini of Yarsan Order of Iran and Farima Berenji\n\nOur setting is the beautiful Koru Retreat Center\, located in a small coastal village of Yalıköy in Kırlareli\, Turkey\, in the European part of Turkey about 70km from the Istanbul Airport. See map below and visit the venue web site for more details. \nPayment and Rules\n$375 – Early-bird price until April 10\, 2022\n$450 – After April 10\, 2022 \nPayment does not include transaction fees or visa fees. Payment may also be by Paypal or other methods. Contact us for details. \nOnline Registration \nSpace limited. Registration required. Register early to ensure your spot and obtain a discount. \nA refund is given if for any reason the retreat is canceled. \nContact us for a full list of activities\, schedule\, and questions on registration prior to the start of the retreat. \nPayment Includes \n\nShared lodging in beautiful cabins\nBreakfast and dinner. Lunch is not provided but there are plenty of restaurants\, grocery stores\, and a cafe nearby\, or you may use the common area to make your own lunch or use the retreat cafe or restaurant.\nDaily refreshments and snacks. Tea\, coffee\, and water are always at your 
disposal.\nAll music and dance workshops\n\nPayment Does NOT Include \n\nVisa fees (based on your departure country)\nAirfare\nPersonal transportation or taxi fees\nPersonal expenses or extra stay\nPersonal sightseeing\nExtra food and drink not included on the menu\nTips or extra services you may require\n\nContact us for more info and registration. \nFaculty\n\nSeyed Salman Hosseini\nSeyed Salman \nPir Seyed Salman Hosseini (Sufism\, Sufi music\, maqams\, tanbur) possesses a bachelor degree in music ethnology and is an Iranian traditional music researcher\, composer and a master musician of tambour\, setar\, tar\, and rebab. He directs the traditional Persian music ensemble Cherikeh which has been performing sacred and traditional music for many years. Seyed has produced many albums including Javdanegni and Tabeh Ghaleh. He is the music director and composer for films such as Song of God and Gadam Yar. Seyed has composed and performed more than 40 concerts and TV programs including composing music for national broadcasts of Iran. He has performed professionally in Iran\, Germany\, Syria\, and the Iraqi Kurdistan region. Additionally\, he is a Sufi master and has his own school of music and mysticism.\n\n\nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima Berenji (Director and master classes) is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, choreographer\, and dance ethnologist. A master instructor and performer in Persian and Sufi dance\, she specializes in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of Persia and Central Asia. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, founder of Dance of the Soul\, she is the advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, Eastern Arts\, National Folk Organization\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to record\, research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and to inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more..\n\n\n\nEvren Evin\nEvren Evin \n\nEvan Phillips\nEvan Phillips \n\nHatice Gülbahar Hepsev\nHatice Gülbahar Hepsev \n\nAlso Dr. Reza Alizadeh\, scholar and professor of spiritually and mysticism in Konya\, Master Seyed Vessal Hosseini from Iran (vocalist) and the amazing Fatih Kocer from Turkey (vocalist and musician). \n\n \nMistikler Kervanı-Sufi İnzivası\nMüzik ve Sema Uygulamaları\, Zikir\, Sema Buluşması\, Zikir Halkaları\, Sohbet\n6-9 Mayıs 2022\, Kırklareli\nPir Üstad Yarsan Seyed Salman Hossaini\, Sufi Dans Hocası Farima Berenji ile müzisyenler Evren Evin\, Evan Philips\, Hatice Gülbahar Hepsev ve daha niceleri… \nAnadolu\, Horosan ve Yaresan’ın kadim bilgeliğini\, danslarını\, müziğini\, sema ve şifa ritüelleri çalışmalarını hayata geçirececeğimiz üç gün ve iki gecelik programımıza katılımınızı bekleriz. Uluslararası alanda kendini kanıtlamış sanatçı ve öğretmenlerden; mistisizmin kadim köklerini tecrübe etme ve keşfetme\, içsel sezgilerinizle bağlantı kurma ve kutsal müzikleri öğrenme fırsatını kaçırmayın. \nİnzivanın İçeriği: \n\nMistisizmin kökenleri\, Horosan ve Yaresan Sufismi ile ilgili derinlemesine çalışmalar\nTürk\, Horosan ve Yaresan zikirleri\, şiirleri\, sema ve semahlar (Şems Seması\, Rast Sema\, Yaresan Sema)\nMüzik uygulamaları; def\, ney ve tamburla Yaresan pratikleri ve İran Sufi müziği makamları\nGündoğumu zikri ve meditasyonu\nİran Yaresan Öğretisine mensup Üstad Salman Hosseini ve Farima Berenji ile sufizm üzerine sohbetler\n\nProgramımız Kırklareli’nde küçük bir sahil köyünün huzurlu bir korusunda yer alan Yalıköy Koru-Beach Resort’ta gerçekleşecek. \nÖdeme ve Kurallar\nKonaklama\, yemekler vs dahil toplam fiyat: 1700 \nKatılım sınırlıdır. Rezervasyon gereklidir. İnziva herhangi bir nedenle iptal edilirse geri ödeme yapılır.\nİnziva başlamadan önce faaliyetlerin tam listesi\, programı ve kaydı için bizimle iletişime geçin. \nBilgiler: \n\nErken kayıt indiriminden yararlanmak için ödemeyi öndecen yapmak gerekiyor. Geç ödemeler dolar versiyonu üzerinden olacaktır.\nErken Kayıt avantajı 15 Nisan’a kadar geçerlidir.\nEtkinlik iptal olursa geri ödeme yapılacaktır.\nÖdeme için Evan Philips’le irtibata geçiniz.\n\nÜcrete Dahil Olanlar: \n\nŞirin Pansiyonlarda Ortak Konaklama\nKahvaltı ve Akşam Yemeği. (Öğle Yemeği tarafımızdan sağlanmayacaktır. Fakat yakınlardaki çok sayıda restoran\, bakkal ve kafeyi kullanabilir veya kendi öğle yemeğinizi yapmak için ortak alandan faydalanabilir ya da bulunduğumuz işletmenin kafesini veya restoranını kullanabilirsiniz).\nGünlük içecekler ve atıştırmalıklar. Çay\, kahve ve su sınırsızdır.\nTüm müzik dinletileri ve dans atölyeleri\n\nÜcrete Dahil Olmayanlar \n\nVize ücretleri \nUçak bileti ücreti\nKişisel ulaşım ve taksi ücretleri\nKişisel harcamalar ve fazla konaklama\nKişisel geziler\nMenüde olmayan ekstra yiyecek ve içecekler\nBahşişler ve ihtiyaç duyabileceğiniz ekstra hizmetler\n\nUlaşım\nGidiş-Geliş servis ücreti: 300 \nDaha fazla bilgi için lütfen bizimle iletişime geçin: Evan Phillips (evanjanos@gmail.com) 0535 898 28 60. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/caravan-of-mystics-sufi-retreat/ LOCATION:Yalıköy Koru Restaurant & Otel\, İstanbul Çatalca Yalıköy Şahintepe Caddesi\,\, Çatalca/İstanbul\, Kırklareli\, 34560\, Turkey CATEGORIES:Class,Lecture,Meditation Gathering (Sema),Retreat,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IMG_0480.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220423T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220423T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220414T011211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T012938Z UID:26193-1650740400-1650744000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Spring Forward: A Celebration of World Dance DESCRIPTION:Eastern Arts returns with a beautiful evening of world dance to welcome Spring. The concert has the most international dance varieties we have ever offered. We invite you to join us\, invite others\, and enjoy a beautiful evening of music\, dance\, and pure joy\, as we feature special guest artist Farima Berenji from California and several local dance artists. \nFree and open to the public. Seating limited. \nEA Spring Forward 2022 poster… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/spring-forward/ LOCATION:Leona Wagner Black Box Theater\, 138 West 300 South\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220423T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220302T174135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T175157Z UID:25885-1650711600-1650733200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:ArtSplash! A Montalvo Open House DESCRIPTION:A fun\, free\, and family-friendly festival\, ArtSplash is an invitation to the community to explore and sample all Montalvo has to offer. The Simorgh Dance Collective will be featured with Mosaic America performing Persian and Silk Road dances. \nThe day will feature hands-on artmaking activities\, architectural tours of the historic Villa and Lucas Artists Residency studios\, a scavenger hunt around the property\, and live performances throughout the day presented in partnership with Mosaic America\, ending with an inspiring gospel concert in our outdoor theatre! Enjoy delicious food from two local food trucks — The Waffle Roost and Angelica’s Taqueria — plus tasty treats from Nox Cookie Bar. \nBring your walking shoes and a healthy appetite for food and fun! \nPARKING & SHUTTLES\nNo on-site parking. Free parking and shuttle service will be available throughout the day from West Valley College at 14000 Fruitvale Ave\, Saratoga\, CA. \nCOVID-19 INFORMATION\nState and county health directives are frequently changing; we will follow guidelines and recommendations in place at the time of the event. Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test may be required for entry to the shuttle by patrons over the age of 5. Masks are welcome and encouraged while indoors. We will update this section and email updates to the RSVP list specifying all health rules that will apply in the days leading up to the event. \nRSVP\nFree entry. Please RSVP and select the number of people in your party. No ticket required. \nRegister URL:http://farimadance.com/event/artsplash/ LOCATION:Historic Villa\, Montalvo Arts Center\, 15400 Montalvo Road\, PO Box 158\, Saratoga\, California\, 95071\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/montalvo-wikipedia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220327T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220314T010638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T211537Z UID:26001-1648382400-1648386000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon celebrating Norouz\, the coming of Spring! \nNorouz is the traditional spring and new year celebration of the Persian and Central Asian people. Norouz means “New Day” and it falls on the March equinox\, the first day of spring. Families on Norouz gather together and wait for the exact time it is declared\, exchange gifts and eat a feast of traditional food. It’s a time to celebrate ancestry and family. Norouz has been celebrated by people from diverse ethnic communities and religious backgrounds for thousands of years. \nPresented by the Simorgh Dance Collective and Eastern Arts\, activities for our online gathering will include: \n\nTraditional performances of sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of the Silk Road\nLive traditional Persian music\nStory telling and lectures of Norouz and rituals across the Silk Road\nPoetry reading\n\nAll are welcome! \nJoin \nPlease consider making a donation at http://donate.farimadance.com to support our artists below \nSimorgh Dance Collective\nSimorgh Dance Collective The Simorgh Dance Collective is a world community of artists devoted to cross-cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration through traditional\, classical\, and sacred dance styles of the Silk Road. The Collective currently has member companies and artist affiliations in Alaska\, British Columbia\, Turkey\, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Read more..\nEastern Arts\nEastern Arts Based in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, Eastern Arts is a non-profit organization of dancers\, artists\, musicians\, and scholars who present the folkways and traditions of many lands and peoples. Eastern Arts originated in 1960 and has been active internationally presenting dance and music of lands from Asia to North Africa\, from India to the Balkans in concerts\, workshops\, publications\, audio and video productions.\nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima Berenji is an Iranian-born scholar and an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, lecturer\, dance ethnologist\, Sufi master\, and archaeologist specializing in classical\, folkloric\, and sacred dances of Persia and the Silk Road. Her training spans a lifetime of intensive collaboration and research with master artists\, scholars\, and spiritual teachers worldwide. She is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, a worldwide collaborative devoted to teach dance technique\, interpret\, illustrate\, present\, and perform dances of the Silk Road. In 2018\, Farima became the first American-Iranian woman honored to be a TEDx dance speaker and performer. Farima is a member of the International Dance Council (CID – UNESCO)\, UNESCO\, and the National Folk Organization (NFO). Read more.. \nDr. Lloyd Miller\nDr. Lloyd Miller Dr. Lloyd Miller received his PhD in Persian Language and Literature from the University of Utah after spending seven years living in Iran where he had a weekly prime time television program titled “Kurosh Ali Khan va dastan”. His program featured musicians and other artists from around the world. Lloyd was urged to leave Iran during the revolution in the late 70s\, though he had never planned to leave. An expert in world music including American jazz\, Lloyd has made numerous recordings. The most popular being “Oriental Jazz” first released in 1968 and recently re-released by Vinyl Me Please selling thousands of copies worldwide. A film about Lloyd’s extraordinary life\, including 6 years in Europe as a jazzman and university student where he played with some of the most well-known musicians of the time\, is soon to be released. Titled “” the film will be screened in Finland October 25 at the World Music Expo. It was in Paris that Lloyd met Dr. Daryush Safvat who became his lifelong mentor and who taught Lloyd the importance and significance of Persian classical music. Founder of Eastern Arts\, with the blessing of Dr. Safvat\, Lloyd has taught music\, philosophy\, history\, dance and culture to thousands of students at various universities for over 40 years. Read more… \nKatherine St. John\nKatherine St. John Katherine St. John received a Master’s degree in dance pedagogy from Brigham Young University and a Master’s in Persian from the University of Utah and completed coursework for a PhD in dance history and theory from the University of California. Katherine has performed and choreographed for theater\, dance companies\, operas and at universities for 30 plus years. She was an artist in residence teaching world dance to students throughout Utah and neighboring states for 20 years. Her Master’s thesis is about dance in Herat Afghanistan from 1970-1980 during Russian interference. Read more.. \n\nSeyed Salman Hosseini\nSeyed Salman Seyed Salman Hosseini possesses a bachelor degree in music ethnology and is an Iranian traditional music researcher\, composer and a master musician of tambour\, setar\, tar\, and rebab. He directs the traditional Persian music ensemble Cherikeh which has been performing sacred and traditional music for many years. Seyed has produced many albums including Javdanegni and Tabeh Ghaleh. He is the music director and composer for films such as Song of God and Gadam Yar. Seyed has composed and performed more than 40 concerts and TV programs including composing music for national broadcasts of Iran. He has performed professionally in Iran\, Germany\, Syria\, and the Iraqi Kurdistan region. Additionally\, he is a Sufi master and has his own school of music and mysticism. \nDr. Mehravar Sorush Kaboli\nDr. Mehravar Sorush Kaboli We are also very privileged to have Dr. Mehravar Sorush Kaboli as guest speaker. Dr. Sorush Kaboli is a scholar of Iranic Studies and Mythology and Zoroastrianism. Her doctoral thesis was on the Gathas of Zoroaster. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/norouz2022/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Online,Party,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/NorouzGala22.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220320T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220320T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T040536 CREATED:20220219T230043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220220T023424Z UID:25791-1647788400-1647810000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Houston Nowruz Festival 2022 DESCRIPTION:The Iranian Cultural Foundation- Houston (ICF) invites you to the 13th Annual Nowruz Festival in Houston featuring Shahyad\, Persian Folkloric dances by Farima Berenji and Simorgh Dance Collective\, Char Band\, Mahmoud Ghorbani (Host)\, and more… The largest Persian New Year celebration in Texas! \nTickets are available now \nBuy Tickets URL:http://farimadance.com/event/houston-nowruz-festival-2022/ LOCATION:Bayou City Event Center\, 9401 Knight Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77045\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/https-_cdn.evbuc_.com_images_229286849_229175392212_1_original.20220213-220416.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR