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SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will take part in showcasing the Norouz (Persian New Year) celebration at the beautiful Gilroy 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. \nExplore 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.  \nAll are welcome. No registration needed.\nThis program is part of Santa Clara County Library District’s celebration of Silicon Valley Reads.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/norouz-gilroy/
LOCATION:Gilroy Library\, 350 W 6th St\, Gilroy\, CA\, 95020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:Women's Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at History Park for Women’s Heritage Day on Saturday\, March 7th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM!\nWe’re celebrating the extraordinary stories and legacies of diverse women who have shaped San José’s rich cultural heritage. This free community event features: \n🚗 Lowrider exhibit curated by women owners\n🎨 Artisan demonstrations and hands-on crafts with National Charity League\n💼 Panel discussion with women from creative professional fields\n🎭 Cultural performances and workshops with Mosaic America \nIncludes performances by Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/womens-heritage-day/
LOCATION:San Jose History Park\, 635 Phelan Ave\, San Jose\, CA\, 95112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Performance
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SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun Author Talk
DESCRIPTION:Companions 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 \nRegister \nDr. Farima Berenji\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:https://farimadance.com/event/author-talk-scotts-valley/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Branch Library\, 251 Kings Village Rd\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Lecture,Performance
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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:https://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
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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:https://farimadance.com/event/persian-new-year-cupertino/
LOCATION:Cupertino Library\, 10800 Torre Avenue\, Cupertino\, 95014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Party,Performance
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SUMMARY:Gilead Sciences Norouz Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Company Norouz Celebration…More details coming…
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/gilead-sciences-norouz-26/
LOCATION:Gilead Sciences\, 333 Lakeside Dr.\, Foster City\, 94404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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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:https://farimadance.com/event/paac-family-day/
LOCATION:Palo Alto Arts Center\, 1313 Newell Rd\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Performance
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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:https://farimadance.com/event/norouz-los-altos/
LOCATION:Los Altos Library\, 13 S. San Antonio Road\, Los Altos\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Performance
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SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Norouz Celebration featuring Farina Berenji. More details coming…
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/norouz-slccc/
LOCATION:Salt Lake Community College\, 4600 S Redwood Rd\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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