“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
Sepandārmazgān 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 Dr. Farima Berenji. This enchanting one hour program includes lecture on the origins of the Day of Love, ritual dances honoring Goddess Diana, Iranian Goddess of Love, […]
Persian new year, Nowruz, is upon us. Come immerse yourself in an event that brings you exceptional, unique Persian handcrafts and arts arts, music, jewelry, eatable treasures, fun for the family, and so much more. Bring everyone and stroll through while supporting over 30 unique local artisans, take family photos, and make crafts. Come visit […]
Join Dr. Farima Berenji for an intimate sacred circle gathering with poetry, meditation, and sacred circle dances. Space is limited, be sure to arrive early or RSVP in advance. Part of the Google Wellness Wednesday series. Register
Company Norouz Celebration
Join us for an afternoon celebrating Norouz, the coming of Spring! Norouz 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 […]
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. Roya Foundation Providing Humanitarian, Educational Assistance, Health Care, and Medical Aid Globally The Roya Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides humanitarian, educational assistance, and medical […]
Mosaic America curates a multidisciplinary Spring Celebration of Life from a global and local perspective, featuring local artists in dance, poetry, and more. The Simorgh Dance Collective will be performing dances of Persia and the Silk Road. There are two performances, one starting at 9:30am and the other 11:30am. Each performance is 1 hour in […]
Join the Persian New Year (Nowruz) celebration and reception at the Benicia Public Library with sweets, music, poetry, dance performances, and more! Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will be performing spring dances of Persia and the Silk Road. All ages welcome! More details coming... Simorgh Dance Collective Simorgh Dance Collective The Simorgh […]
Nowruz celebration with dances performed by Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective.