BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Farima Dance - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20251231T044916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T142021Z UID:33278-1773572400-1773601200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar includes a taste of Nowruz food\, culture\, pastries\, cookies and includes sales of Haft-seen items. Come to watch performances by the Simorgh Dance Collective. \nRoya Foundation\nProviding Humanitarian\, Educational Assistance\, Health Care\, and Medical Aid Globally\nThe Roya Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides humanitarian\, educational assistance\, and medical aid to disadvantaged children. Provide aid in the expansion of schools\, orphanages\, and hospitals towards the betterment of the lives of children globally. Their mission is to help provide the children with a well-equipped\, safe\, and nurturing educational environment enabling them to thrive as healthy and productive adults. Read more… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/roya-foundation-nowruz-26/ LOCATION:San Ramon Community Center\, 12501 Alcosta Blvd\, San Ramon\, CA\, 94583\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner and Dance Show,Fundraiser,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/480536121_10231000162740914_2305266955129005972_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260101T155308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T145542Z UID:33282-1773687600-1773691200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Celebrate Persian New Year DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lively and educational celebration of Persian New Year\, or Nowruz. Enjoy traditional spring dances\, including circle dances\, and learn about the cultural significance behind these movements and their connection to renewal and community. \nThe program also explores the symbolism of Nowruz traditions\, including the meaning of the holiday and the traditional seven‑symbol spread. This is a welcoming opportunity to learn\, connect\, and experience one of the world’s oldest celebrations of spring. \nIncludes performances by the Simorgh Dance Collective. \nThis program is part of Santa Clara County Library District’s celebration of Silicon Valley Reads. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/persian-new-year-cupertino/ LOCATION:Cupertino Library\, 10800 Torre Avenue\, Cupertino\, 95014\, United States CATEGORIES:Festival,Party,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/CelebratePersianNewYear.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20251231T044159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T034807Z UID:33274-1773842400-1773846000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Gilead Sciences Norouz Celebration DESCRIPTION:Company Norouz Celebration…More details coming… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/gilead-sciences-norouz-26/ LOCATION:Gilead Sciences\, 333 Lakeside Dr.\, Foster City\, 94404\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Iranian_New_Year_Festival_Nowruz_Celebration_in_BSBI.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260302T035621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T040005Z UID:33383-1774170000-1774782000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Dances of the Mystics DESCRIPTION:A 6-week online course exploring sacred dance practices from around the world meeting weekly March 22nd – April 26\, 2026 \nLed by master dancers\, spiritual teachers\, and lineage holders from across traditions\, sharing the dances and prayers of their lineages as living doorways into awakening. \nDances of the Mystics is an online course that invites us into exploring movement as devotion. Each week\, master teachers and tradition bearers will guide embodied practices from their lineages\, offering dance as a doorway into presence\, healing\, and spiritual insight.Dances of the Mystics is an online course that invites us into exploring movement as devotion. Each week\, master teachers and tradition bearers will guide embodied practices from their lineages\, offering dance as a doorway into presence\, healing\, and spiritual insight. Through Sufi whirling\, West African ceremonial dance\, Candomblé ritual\, Southern Italian trance dance\, Korean healing rites\, and the Dances of Universal Peace\, we explore how movement can awaken our connection to spirit\, community\, and the wisdom held within the body. More Details… \nRegister \nWeek 2: Dance of the Soul with Farima Berenji\nDiscover the power and mystery of whirling as a gateway to self-growth and spiritual enlightenment through movement\, music\, and meditation. \nThis beginning/intermediate-level training explores Turkish\, Iranic and Central Asian whirling rituals\, as well as the science of whirling. Participants will be guided through the essential foundations of whirling meditation\, including preparation\, balance and posture\, controlling dizziness\, self-focus\, breathwork\, and more. \nDrawing from years of study\, teaching\, and embodied practice\, Dr. Farima Berenji will also introduce her own original method\, integrating traditional wisdom with contemporary understanding to support a grounded\, safe\, and transformative experience. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dances-of-the-mystics/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Class,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="LILA Series":MAILTO:lilatheseries@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260301T122329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T124303Z UID:33377-1774195200-1774202400@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Palo Alto Art Center Family Day DESCRIPTION:Enjoy art activities led by Art Center teaching artists and community partners. Bring the whole family for this fun\, multi-generational event and stick around until the very end for a performance organized by Mosaic America. \nSCHEDULE \n\n2 – 4:00 p.m. Artmaking activities and community booths\n4 – 4:30 p.m. Performance organized by Mosaic America featuring Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective URL:http://farimadance.com/event/paac-family-day/ LOCATION:Palo Alto Arts Center\, 1313 Newell Rd\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94303\, United States CATEGORIES:Festival,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/28830dc8-a707-44b7-b6b7-1538bf1d9f8c.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260101T160150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T161748Z UID:33285-1774292400-1774296000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration DESCRIPTION:Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will take part in showcasing the Norouz (Persian New Year) celebration at the beautiful Los Altos Library! \nJoin us for a lively and educational celebration of Persian New Year\, or Nowruz. Enjoy traditional spring dances\, including circle dances\, and learn about the cultural significance behind these movements and their connection to renewal and community. \nThe program also explores the symbolism of Nowruz traditions\, including the meaning of the holiday and the traditional seven‑symbol spread. This is a welcoming opportunity to learn\, connect\, and experience one of the world’s oldest celebrations of spring. \nThis program is part of Santa Clara County Library District’s celebration of Silicon Valley Reads. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/norouz-los-altos/ LOCATION:Los Altos Library\, 13 S. San Antonio Road\, Los Altos\, 94022\, United States CATEGORIES:Book,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:20260325T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260301T144130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T144130Z UID:33381-1774425600-1774458000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Norouz Celebration featuring Farina Berenji. More details coming… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/norouz-slccc/ LOCATION:Salt Lake Community College\, 4600 S Redwood Rd\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84123\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260204T020852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T031314Z UID:33351-1775921400-1775932200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Folk Dance and Tea Party DESCRIPTION:Come join the Peninsula Council for an afternoon tea and dance party! Share your favorite brew\, tea time stories\, and folk dances with your friends! Dr. Farima Berenji will be on hand to lead a traditional Persian scarf dance for Nowruz and welcome Spring. \n \nSend your dance requests to pfdcparty@gmail.com along with any questions\, comments\, or suggestions. \nPlease stay home if you are sick\, and please wear a mask if you are unsure or have been exposed to someone with a contagious illness. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.: URL:http://farimadance.com/event/folk-dance-and-tea-party/ LOCATION:St. Bede’s Church Hall\, 2650 Sand Hill Road\, Menlo Park\, CA\, 94025\, United States CATEGORIES:Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-April-V-3-1-pdf.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Folk Dance Council":MAILTO:pfdcparty@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260401T041541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T041641Z UID:33413-1776517200-1776528000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Local Author Book Festival DESCRIPTION:Local authors and poets from Benicia\, Solano County\, and the Bay Area will be at the Benicia Public Library for an afternoon book festival from 1-4 PM on April 18\, 2026 for the second annual Local Book Festival. In addition to promoting their works\, authors will also be doing book signings and Q&As. \nDr. Farima Berenji will read a short section of her book Companions of the Sun and answer questions from the audience and panel. Farima will be available for signing her book and her book is available for sale. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/benicia-author-festival/ LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States CATEGORIES:Book,Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_9193.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260422T052459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T021010Z UID:33496-1778866200-1778869800@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Dr. Farima Berenji Presents: Companions of the Sun DESCRIPTION:Step into an Evening of Story\, History\, and Mysticism\nDr. Farima Berenji presents Companions of the Sun unveiling the hidden language of ancient Iranic rituals and spiritual lineage. Followed by a book signing with copies of the book available for purchase. URL:http://farimadance.com/event/cots-lajevard/ LOCATION:Lajevard Diner Cafe\, 181 E Tasman Dr #50\, San Jose\, CA\, 95134\, United States CATEGORIES:Book ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Flyer-2-sided-8.5x11.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260422T215955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T200623Z UID:33508-1779408000-1779494399@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun Author Talk DESCRIPTION:More details coming including venue and time of day… \n \nCompanions of the Sun\nA Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji\nRooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations\, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound wisdom of our ancestors. Observing nature\, the stars\, and the rhythms of life\, they crafted movements expressing love\, strength\, and spiritual transcendence. These rituals continue to inspire cultures worldwide\, preserving a legacy of mysticism and artistic expression. \nAuthor Dr. Farima Berenji presents her research upon the evolutionary origins and practice of Iranian rituals\, beliefs\, and dances\, exploring how Iranian culture permeated global music and dance traditions\, developing distinctly from its sister nations. All this is explored in her book Companions of the Sun \nContact us if you are interested in attending as we will have more details later for time and location… \nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. 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\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/cots-salt-lake-city/ LOCATION:Salt Lake City\, Salt Lake City\, United States CATEGORIES:Book,Lecture,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Banner2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260331T124413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T183644Z UID:33409-1779559200-1779566400@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun: Dancing Towards the Light DESCRIPTION:Eastern Arts presents an evening of dance\, music\, and light celebrating with Farima Berenji\, the Simorgh Dance Collective\, University of Utah Character Dance Ensemble\, and Eastern Arts. Free and open to all! URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dancing-towards-the-light/ LOCATION:Leona Wagner Black Box Theater\, 138 West 300 South\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7CC41004-B11C-4E90-8D6E-07265FE78AE5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214230 CREATED:20260423T014029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T022343Z UID:33511-1780223400-1780227000@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Witches and Demons of Ancient Iran DESCRIPTION:In ancient Iran\, much of Iranian mythology is based on the idea of a good or positive force battling an evil force for control of humankind. This universal struggle between the forces of good and evil was the central vision of Iranian religion. In this lecture by Farima Berenji \n\nLearn how ancient Persian gods were related to their demons\nListen to tales of witches that possessed mortals.\nLearn some of the names of the arch demons in Iranian mythology\, their powers\, and vices.\nLearn some of the names of the witches and sorcerers in ancient Iran and their powers.\n\nJoin an hour of folk tales and stories of ancient Iranian mythology and occult with scholar Farima Berenji. \nRegister \nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. 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\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/demons-of-ancient-iran/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/witchesDemons2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T214231 CREATED:20260422T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T174531Z UID:33487-1781355600-1781359200@farimadance.com SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun Author Talk DESCRIPTION:Join us as Dr. Farima Bereni presents her new book\, Companions of the Sun\, followed by audience participation as she leads a Persian dance. Copies of her book will be available for purchase and signing. \n\n \nCompanions of the Sun: A Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji\nRooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations\, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound wisdom of our ancestors. Observing nature\, the stars\, and the rhythms of life\, they crafted movements expressing love\, strength\, and spiritual transcendence. These rituals continue to inspire cultures worldwide\, preserving a legacy of mysticism and artistic expression. \nAuthor Dr. Farima Berenji presents her research upon the evolutionary origins and practice of Iranian rituals\, beliefs\, and dances\, exploring how Iranian culture permeated global music and dance traditions\, developing distinctly from its sister nations. All this is explored in her book Companions of the Sun\nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. 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\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more… URL:http://farimadance.com/event/companions-of-the-sun-benicia/ LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States CATEGORIES:Book,Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://farimadance.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Local-Author-Talk-Dr.-Farima-Berenji-FLYER.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR