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SUMMARY:Awakening Peace Through Dance and Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us in prayer for healing and peace with live music and dance\, poetry\, whirling rituals\, and more in this community gathering. We welcome guest artists and musicians to join us in our quest for peace and harmony by means of dance and music. \nSuggested sliding scale donation: $5-25. \nPostponed\n \nRegister to obtain Zoom online conferencing link. \n\nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima 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\, Assistant Director and Program Coordinator of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the Soul™\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, 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:https://farimadance.com/event/awakening-peace/
LOCATION:Cope-a-Cabana\, 433 S. Henry Ave.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Meditation Gathering (Sema),Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T172204Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Arts presents a celebration of music and dance featuring special guests from San Jose\, Farima Berenji and Simorgh Dance Collective. Also performing: Character Dance Ensemble\, Eastern Arts\, SLC Ballet\, and the World Dance Company. Come enjoy music and dance from Iran\, Armenia\, Turkey\, Ukraine and much more.  \nDOWNLOAD\, print\, or share a flier. \n\nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima 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\, 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\, 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\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..
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/spring-concert-utah/
LOCATION:Leona Wagner Black Box Theater\, 138 West 300 South\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240327T160000
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CREATED:20240226T213128Z
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SUMMARY:Gilead Spring Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Gilead Sciences welcomes the Simorgh Dance Collective for a Nowruz presentation and performance in this company event.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/gilead-spring-celebration/
LOCATION:Gilead Sciences\, 333 Lakeside Dr.\, Foster City\, 94404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T193000
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SUMMARY:Nowruz Persian New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join the Persian New Year (Nowruz) celebration and reception at the Benicia Public Library with sweets\, music\, poetry\, dance performances\, and more! Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will be performing. All ages welcome!
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/nowruz-benica/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
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SUMMARY:Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar 2024
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/nowruz-bazaar-24/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20240305T003415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T183242Z
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SUMMARY:Norouz Online Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening 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!  Please register in advance to obtain a link to the online presentation. \nRegister  \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 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\, 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\, 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:https://farimadance.com/event/norouz2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Online,Party,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20240226T195304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T195612Z
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SUMMARY:Nowruz Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Azerbaijan House in California is thrilled to host The Second International Nowruz Festival with the sponsorship of San Jose City Distict 10 Councilmember Arjun Batra on March 9th at 2pm. \nYou’re invited to a vibrant celebration of Nowruz\, where cultures unite through food\, music\, and dance! Indulge in a delicious array of traditional dishes and desserts from around the world\, accompanied by live performances that will enchant your senses. \nIncludes a performance by the Simorgh Dance Colllective and dance lessons.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/nowruz-festival-24/
LOCATION:Seven Trees Community Center\, 3590 Cas Dr.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20240104T010643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T182539Z
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SUMMARY:Sadeh
DESCRIPTION:Farima and the Simorgh Dance Collective are excited to be again on stage with the award-winning actor and director Sadeh Hatefi! This time we will be telling in dance and drama the mesmerizing ancient Persian legend of King Houshang and the creation of fire! Join us on a theatrical journey that sparks the flames of imagination and explores the mystics and mysteries of the element of fire that changed the course of human history. Joining us will be more than 20 talented actors\, dancers\, and crew that will transport you to a world where every spark tells a story. \nDoors open at 2:30 PM \nTickets \n\nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima Berenji is an Iranian-born scholar and an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, lecturer\, dance ethnologist\, 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. Farima performs\, offers workshops\, and lectures worldwide upon request and has appeared in the US\, UK\, Austria\, Czech Republic\, Turkey\, Mauritius\, and Iran. Read more..\n\nSadegh Hatefi\nSadegh Hatefi Sadegh Hatefi is a director\, screenwriter\, author\, and award-winning actor\, known for Ghodrat (2007)\, Simorgh (1987) and Battle of Oil Tankers (1994).  He has been director of the films and theatrical productions Story of Rumi and Shams\, Simorgh\, and Muhammad: The Messenger of God.\n\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..\nAsk a question…
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/sadeh/
LOCATION:Sacramento Zoroastrian Center\, 10528 Armstrong Ave.\, Mather\, CA\, 95655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231217T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20231201T051044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T032117Z
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Black and White Dinner Ball
DESCRIPTION:The Roya Foundation’s 6th annual Black and White benefit ball with Maryam Jalali\, and Majid and Amir Khostavan. Special guests Amir Etemadzadeh\, Faranak Shahroozi\, and Pantea Izadi Lotfi as master of ceremony.  Includes performance by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective. \nTickets \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-bw-ball/
LOCATION:San Ramon Golf Club\, Water by Wedgewood\, 9430 Fircrest Ln\, San Ramon\, 94583\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner and Dance Show,Fundraiser,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231217T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20231121T232848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T011928Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas and its Ancient Persian Tradition
DESCRIPTION:A Lecture by Scholar and Ethnologist\, Dr. Farima Berenji\nWe have always known of Christmas on December 25th\, with a traditional decorated tree\, candles\, and gifts. Christmas celebrates the birth of Christ yet its rituals and traditions far precede that time. Unquestionably\, our ancestors adopted the rituals from an ancient Iranian pagan religion known as Mithraism\, a form of nature worship based on the Sun God/Goddess Mithra. \nOn the darkest night of the year (December 20 or 21) legend has it Mithra gives birth to “Light” causing each day thereafter to grow longer until the Summer solstice. In this lecture learn of the remarkable parallels between ancient Mithraism beliefs and rituals to those of Christmas today. \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. A sacred dance performance will follow in honor of light. \nPark in the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Center parking lot and enter through the gate in the back. Do not go to the front door. \nThe program will be broadcast on Zoom. Please join or register using the following invitation: \nJoin by Zoom\nMeeting ID: 217 611 8333\nPasscode: 812753 \nPlease remember to send a donation to the Center for Creative Living so they can keep the doors open. More details… \nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji 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. Visit her online at http://farimadance.com.\nRead more…
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/xmas23-persian-origins/
LOCATION:Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 938 The Alameda\, San Jose\, CA\, 95126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Online,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Creative Living":MAILTO:safecorky@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20231209T235544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231210T012352Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Movements
DESCRIPTION:Folkloric and sacred dances of the Silk Road performed by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective. \nSponsored by Hayat Life Magazine.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/sacred-movements/
LOCATION:3108 Fillmore St. Suite B\, 3108 Fillmore St. Suite B\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20231105T041353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T162514Z
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SUMMARY:A Storytelling of the Simorgh
DESCRIPTION:The 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 Dance Collective. \nThe Simurgh is a mythical flying creature in Iranian or Persian mythology that’s regarded as a benevolent and generous creature. Read more…
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/simorgh-story/
LOCATION:Asian Art Museum\, SF\, 200 Larkin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20231105T034433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T215117Z
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SUMMARY:Cultural Harvest Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Fun for ALL ages: Come to the Library on Friday\, November 10\, at 4:00 PM for an amazing array of culture! Mosaic America\, a Silicon Valley non-profit organization\, works to build cohesive communities through intercultural arts and dialogue. We are excited to invite and introduce Mosaic America to the Los Gatos community! Join us for this multi- and inter-cultural celebration of Harvest and Fall with an array of cultural performances in music and dance\, and featuring recipes and crafts. With a performance by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective. \nFor more information about Mosaic America\, visit their website.  \nThe Los Gatos Library recognizes the diversity of our community and is committed to accessibility for all patrons. We strive to make every visitor feel comfortable by ensuring equal access to programs\, services\, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a library program\, please contact library@losgatosca.gov
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/mosaic-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Los Gatos Library\, 100 Villa Ave\, Los Gatos\, CA\, 95030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231001T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230703T233337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T225214Z
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SUMMARY:Mosaic Festival Silicon Valley 2023
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate our mosaic of American cultures at the third 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. The Mosaic Festival is a time when we ALL come together to create the multicultural American village\, a vision of a society where everybody belongs! \nMosaic Festival includes… \n\nCultural Performances\nWorkshops\nVisual Art\nFood Trucks and Vendors\n\nThe Simorgh Dance Collective will be performing\, and more… \nRegister online \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:https://farimadance.com/event/mosaic-festival-2023/
LOCATION:Mexican Heritage Plaza\, 1700 Alum Rock\, San Jose\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230905T223826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T224131Z
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SUMMARY:Gomshodeh - The Lost
DESCRIPTION:Characters in this musical comedy face the challenges of searching for and living with memories of the past.  \nA play written and directed by Sadegh Hatefi.\nExecutive Producer\, Rokhand Gharavi.\nPresented in Farsi (Persian). \nTickets: $45 online\, $55 at the door. \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/gomshodeh-the-lost/
LOCATION:Cañada College Theater\, District of Freedom\, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd\, Redwood City\, CA\, 94061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230704T024158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T143253Z
UID:29905-1691931600-1691935200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Journey Through Multicultural Jazz & Dance
DESCRIPTION:Journey Through Multicultural Jazz & Dance is a thrilling showcase of global traditions that are practiced in Silicon Valley today\, with groups presenting music and movement styles rooted in the traditions of Georgia\, India\, Mexico\, and the Silk Road. The performance was commissioned by Mosaic America\, a nonprofit organization that fosters belonging by connecting multicultural people to place and history. The program will include performances by \n\nReroRera\nSimorgh Dance Collective\nXpressions\nEnsamble Folclórico Colibrí\n\nThis performance is part of 2023 San Jose Jazz Summer Fest Aug 11-13. Tickets enable day-long entry to all stages and many more events.  \nMore details… \nBuy Tickets
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/multicultural-jazz-dance/
LOCATION:Hammer Theatre\, 101 Paseo de San Antonio\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230801T172049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T172147Z
UID:30061-1689534000-1689541200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Artists of Iran: Immortal Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Farima Berenji performs at this “Woman\, Life\, Freedom” inspired art exhibit in honor and solidarity with Iranian women and girls who are courageously demonstrating peacefully for their fundamental human rights.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/artists-of-iran-immortal-spirit/
LOCATION:Galleria Boheme\, 2391 Mission St.\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230620T154522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T163221Z
UID:29837-1687633200-1687642200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:We are Nature: Rising and Falling Solstice Celebration
DESCRIPTION:NOoSPHERE Arts will kick off their outdoor season with a music\, dance\, and performing arts event celebrating the summer solstice. Held in the spectacular\, one-of-a-kind setting of wildflower meadows stretching across the roofs of an industrial plant against the iconic backdrop of the NYC skyline\, the event will be centered around a Sufi opening ritual honoring nature’s cycles\, performed by Whirling Dervish Farima Berenji. Farima—a Sufi Master and Magi from the bloodline of Iranian Zoroastrian Magi—and her sacred dancers will be accompanied by the Klezmer music and Sephardic folk melodies of The Shul Band. \nThe ceremony has been designed as a unique blend of Muslim and Jewish elements—epitomizing the possibility of interfaith collaboration. \nThe main event will involve solo acts\, duets and a whirling performance in which several participants—including Cyr wheelers—will interpret the movements of individual planets around a star. The show will also feature poetry readings and storytelling by Master Farima and be accompanied by the live music of the Shul Band. Following the whirlers’ performances\, The Shul Band will keep playing against the darkening night sky. \nIn addition NOoSPHERE Arts will also unveil the highly anticipated site-specific installation by this season’s KWBS Residency Award winners\, Ezra Campelli and Jeremy Clemente. Prepare to be amazed by “Westerlies\,” a mesmerizing fusion of sound and sculpture meticulously crafted for the Kingsland Wildflowers Green Roofs.  \nFarima Berenji is an internationally acclaimed dance artist\, ethnologist\, choreographer\, instructor\, and archaeologist specializing in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folk dances spanning the millenniums of Persian civilization\, the Silk Road\, and the Near East. \nThe Shul Band\, led by Adam Feder\, plays music rooted in Jewish folk music but drawing on the musical wellsprings of New York City and of the whole world. It is equally prayerful and raucous\, meditative and joyful. The band has performed at major venues such as Carnegie Hall. \nNOoSPHERE Arts’ Stage Roof will offer a spectacular setting for the solstice celebration with dance\, music and art. \nTickets \nWe are Nature: Solstice Celebration (2022)\n \nSpirals of Ecstasy: A Sufi Incantation (2021)
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/we-are-nature-solstice/
LOCATION:NOoSPHERE Arts\, 520 Kingsland Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230404T063244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T063328Z
UID:29503-1682251200-1682262000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Honoring the Earth with Mosaic America and NUMU
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Earth Day 2023\, let’s come together through art\, history\, and music to build a community where we all belong. Along with New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU)\, we invite you to experience traditional and contemporary practices of belonging from cultures that have made their home in our collective neighborhood of Santa Clara County. Featured also will be the contemporary stories and voices of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe. This family-friendly event will include live performances and art-making for all ages.  \nIncludes a performance by the Simorgh Dance Collective. \nReserve a spot
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/mosaic-earth-day/
LOCATION:New Museum Los Gatos + Art Studio\, 106 East Main Street\, Los Gatos\, CA\, 95030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230323T121253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T011951Z
UID:29443-1680289200-1680296400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Spring Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Friday March 31st at 7:00 pm\, Eastern Arts presents Spring Around the World\, a celebration of music and dance featuring special guests from San Jose\, Farima Berenji and Simorgh Dance Collective along with World Dance Company\, Salt Lake City Ballet\, Character Dance Ensemble from the University of Utah and Eastern Arts dancers.   Come enjoy music and dance from Iran\, Armenia\, Turkey\, Ukraine and much more.  This event is free and all are welcome\, with thanks to Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks; Utah Division of Arts and Culture; George S and Dolores Dore Eccles Foundation and City Arts.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/spring-around-the-world/
LOCATION:Leona Wagner Black Box Theater\, 138 West 300 South\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230225T034506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T115753Z
UID:29193-1679832000-1679846400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Belonging: Celebrating  Community\, Heritage\, and HERstories
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s History Month with a festive community gathering! Join History San José and Mosaic America as we honor the achievements and contributions of women throughout Santa Clara Valley’s history. The festival will feature a diverse lineup of performers\, storytellers\, and history makers throughout San José’s History Park. Historic buildings and exhibitions will be open to the public from 12:00-4:00 pm with a range of vendors and authors hosting outdoor community booths. The festival is a family-friendly event\, and there will be plenty of crafts and activities for the kids\, with delicious food\, drinks\, and treats available for purchase. This is an event not to be missed so come to History Park and celebrate incredible women and community who shape our world.\nPerforming artists include: \n\nAkshay Savale\nHouse of Inanna\nKawayan Folk Arts\nJen’a Sims\nOpera San José\nPortraits of the Past\nRaíces de México\nSifu Jeffrey Fung\, Bay Area Tai Chi\nSimorgh Dance Collective\nTabia African American Theatre Ensemble\nViet Steps\nZaza Korintelli\n\nThere will also be a Congolese Dance and Music Workshop will be taught by Donna McCraney and Massengo Constant. \nWriters and Filmmakers include: \n\nDr. Amita Roy Shah\nAnne Marie Todd\nBeth Kile\nCassie Kifer\nProfessor Jan Batiste Adkins\nJenny Clendenen\nKathy Cotton\nRosana Alvarez\nTricia Creason-Valencia\n\nSponsored by Mosaic America and History San Jose
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/belonging-sanjose/
LOCATION:San Jose History Park\, 635 Phelan Ave\, San Jose\, CA\, 95112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230209T191622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T191842Z
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SUMMARY:SLCC Norouz Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Performances\, raffle\, and student presentations in honor of Norouz\, the Persian New Year\, at Salt Lake Community College. Featuring Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective among the performers.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/slcc-norouz/
LOCATION:Salt Lake Community College\, 4600 S Redwood Rd\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230316T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230316T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20221120T065757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203336Z
UID:27763-1678966200-1678969800@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Spring Dances of the Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:Montalvo Performing Arts Series for Students\nEnjoy and participate in a sampling of the beautiful traditional dances celebrated each spring by the people of the Silk Road. There is the colorful scarf dance of the Iranian Qashqai people\, basket dance of the Iranian Gilaki people\, Turkish spoon dance\, Kurdish or Azerbaijani dance\, and more. Introduced with narrative and traditional clothing\, the music and dances provide insight into the ethnic culture and life of the communities of their origin. Live musicians will accompany the vibrant company of seasoned dancers. Young audiences will also have an opportunity to learn some of the dances! \nSpring Equinox celebrations known as Norooz or New Day is the traditional spring and new year celebration of the Silk Road Regions (Iran\, Afghanistan\, Tajikistan\, Uzbekistan\, Kurdistan and many more). The March equinox\, the first day of spring is a universal and centuries old traditions. We honor Mother Earth\, nature\, and the spirits that represent them by thanksgiving and various dances. For this celebration we will be presenting Folk and classical dances\, stories\, and songs from various regions of the Silk Road that honors the coming of Spring and the New Beginning.  \nThe performance is 1 hour in length with no intermission. There will be an educational audience participation and engagement elements within the show. Schools may stay on the property for lunch before or after their performance. \nTickets \nABOUT THE SIMORGH DANCE COLLECTIVE\nThe Simorgh Dance Collective is a world community of artists devoted to educate and present traditional\, classical\, and sacred dance styles of the Silk Road. Since 2007\, it is the first Iranian dance collective led by an Iranian woman\, Artistic Director and Founder Farima Berenji. The Simorgh Dance Collective had the honor of performing at receptions for President Obama and President Biden\, and has member companies and artist affiliations in Alaska\, Canada\, Turkey\, UK\, Iran\, and the US.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/spring-dances-2/
LOCATION:Theater\, Montalvo Arts Center\, 15400 Montalvo Rd.\, Saratoga\, California\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230316T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20221120T065337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T203335Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Dances of the Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:Montalvo Performing Arts Series for Students\nEnjoy and participate in a sampling of the beautiful traditional dances celebrated each spring by the people of the Silk Road. There is the colorful scarf dance of the Iranian Qashqai people\, basket dance of the Iranian Gilaki people\, Turkish spoon dance\, Kurdish or Azerbaijani dance\, and more. Introduced with narrative and traditional clothing\, the music and dances provide insight into the ethnic culture and life of the communities of their origin. Live musicians will accompany the vibrant company of seasoned dancers. Young audiences will also have an opportunity to learn some of the dances! \nSpring Equinox celebrations known as Norooz or New Day is the traditional spring and new year celebration of the Silk Road Regions (Iran\, Afghanistan\, Tajikistan\, Uzbekistan\, Kurdistan and many more). The March equinox\, the first day of spring is a universal and centuries old traditions. We honor Mother Earth\, nature\, and the spirits that represent them by thanksgiving and various dances. For this celebration we will be presenting Folk and classical dances\, stories\, and songs from various regions of the Silk Road that honors the coming of Spring and the New Beginning.  \nThe performance is 1 hour in length with no intermission. There will be an educational audience participation and engagement elements within the show. Schools may stay on the property for lunch before or after their performance. \nTickets \nABOUT THE SIMORGH DANCE COLLECTIVE\nThe Simorgh Dance Collective is a world community of artists devoted to educate and present traditional\, classical\, and sacred dance styles of the Silk Road. Since 2007\, it is the first Iranian dance collective led by an Iranian woman\, Artistic Director and Founder Farima Berenji. The Simorgh Dance Collective had the honor of performing at receptions for President Obama and President Biden\, and has member companies and artist affiliations in Alaska\, Canada\, Turkey\, UK\, Iran\, and the US.
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/spring-dances-of-the-silk-road/
LOCATION:Theater\, Montalvo Arts Center\, 15400 Montalvo Rd.\, Saratoga\, California\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230312T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20230225T032614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T032117Z
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SUMMARY:Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:Nowruz Baazar 2023 The Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar includes a taste of Nowruz food\, culture\, pastries\, cookies and selling Haft-seen items.  Includes performance 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-nowruz-2023/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
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:https://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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
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:https://farimadance.com/event/los-altos-history/
LOCATION:Los Altos History Museum\, 51 S San Antonio Rd\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
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:https://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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
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:https://farimadance.com/event/yalda-2022/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Lecture,Meditation Gathering (Sema),Online,Party,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034242
CREATED:20221115T015831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T041308Z
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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:https://farimadance.com/event/shebi-arus-2022/
LOCATION:Last Frontier NYC\, 520 Kingsland Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Gathering (Sema),Performance
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