“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
Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will take part in showcasing the Norouz (Persian New Year) celebration at the beautiful Los Altos Library! 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 […]
Save the date! Norouz Celebration featuring Farina Berenji. More details coming...
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. Send your dance requests to pfdcparty@gmail.com along with any questions, comments, […]
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. Dr. Farima […]
Join us for a free online prayer session and Sema gathering to support peace and solidarity for the people of Iran. Guest musicians are welcome to play for whirling for peace. Please bring stories and poetry to share for peace. Together we wish the people of Iran find healing and peace in the face of […]
Step into an Evening of Story, History, and Mysticism Dr. 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. Companions of the Sun by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji Rooted in one of the […]
Join us for a free online prayer session and Sema gathering to support peace and solidarity for the people of Iran. Guest musicians are welcome to play for whirling for peace. Please bring stories and poetry to share for peace. Together we wish the people of Iran find healing and peace in the face of […]
More details coming including venue and time of day... Companions of the Sun A Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji Rooted 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 […]
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!
Experience the diverse cultures from our very own neighborhoods: food, arts, crafts, healing practices, vendors, music, dance, and more! Presented by Mosaic America, in partnership with History San José. Includes performances by Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective Celebrate the American mosaic of cultures at the Mosaic Festival in Silicon Valley at San […]