Winter Artisan Market
Campbell Community Center 1 W. Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA, United StatesEnjoy holiday craft shopping, treats, and Persian dance performances by Dr. Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective.
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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
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A Gathering of Light for Yalda
Leon Event Hall 5051 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesDiaspora Arts Connection proudly presents “A Gathering of Light for Yalda” on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8:00 PM at Leon Events Hall in San Francisco. Join us for a night of unity through music, dance, and poetry in honor of Shabe Yalda (Winter Solstice) as we envision peace and unity on earth, bringing light […]
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Yalda: A Night of Light
International House, UC Davis 10 College Park, Davis, CA, United StatesJoin us for Yalda, the Persian celebration of light for the Winter Solstice. This ancient tradition brings together a vibrant tapestry of cultures, from Iran to Afghanistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, and beyond. This gathering honors the traditions of the Persian diaspora with poetry readings of Rumi and Hafiz, storytelling, classical Iranian music […]
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Mitramass
OnlineMitramass: Christmas and its Ancient Iranic Origins A Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji We 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 […]
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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 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, […]
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Nowruz Artisan Fair
Campbell Community Center 1 W. Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA, United StatesPersian 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 […]
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Sacred Circle
Google Huddle 2000 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, United StatesJoin 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
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Gilead Sciences Norouz Celebration
Gilead Sciences 333 Lakeside Dr., Foster City, United StatesCompany Norouz Celebration
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Norouz Online Celebration
OnlineJoin 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 […]
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