The Lioness
OnlineLegends of the Ancient Iranic Female Warriors and Commanders In ancient Persia, women were considered living goddesses and many had important positions in court of law, ministries, military, state departments, […]
$15
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“Everything in dance is poetry. Every movement describes a story, a feeling. The dancer takes the audience into a world of fairy tales.” ~Farima Berenji
Lecture
Quest of the Magi
Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center 938 The Alameda, San Jose, CA, United StatesA Lecture by Scholar and Ethnologist, Farima Berenji Learn the little known background of the Persian Magi who journeyed toward the sacred star on Christmas in this delightful holiday lecture […]
Free
Canceled Yalda: Calling in the Light
OnlineJoin 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 […]
$5 – $15
State of the County 2023
County of Santa Clara Office 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Free
Sepandārmazgān: The Day of Love
OnlineSepandārmazgān was a day when women rested and men had to bring them gifts.Learn of the history and origins of Sepandārmazgān, the Persian festival of love, with Scholar Farima Berenji. […]
Rituals, Dances, and Samas in Ancient Iran
International East Music CenterLecture online and on-site by Dr. Farima Berenji. Registration: http://www.eroidad.com
Caravan of Mystics Sufi Retreat
Metanoia Wellness and Retreat Center BaaklineMusic and Sema Workshops, Zikr, Sema Gathering, Sacred Circles, Sohbet Sacred dance, music, and mysticism workshops with masters Farima Berenji, Pir Salman Hosseni, Pir Darush Hosseni, Evan Phillips, and more. […]
Canceled Connecting with the Elements Retreat
Metanoia Wellness and Retreat Center BaaklineMusic and Sema Workshops, Zikr, Sema Gathering, Sacred Circles, Sohbet https://youtube.com/shorts/RE8TqH2LmuQ?feature=share Join us on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and healing at Metanoia Retreat Center, Lebanon for five days of […]
$600 – $700
A Storytelling of the Simorgh
Asian Art Museum, SF 200 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe annual Storyteller Holiday Party at the Asian Art Museum will feature storytelling thru dance with the story of the Simorgh. With dance performances by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh […]
Christmas and its Ancient Persian Tradition
Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center 938 The Alameda, San Jose, CA, United StatesA Lecture by Scholar and Ethnologist, Dr. Farima Berenji We have always known of Christmas on December 25th, with a traditional decorated tree, candles, and gifts. Christmas celebrates the birth […]
Free