By: Azin Arefi
When my essential Self unites with the Greater Whole
Then every particle of the Universe will become enlightened to my soul.
I will blaze like a candle for the sake of this Union,
So that all my lifes moments spent on the path of this love will become one.
--- Rumi
The great Persian Sufi
Poet and Philosopher Rumi wrote that only when one's
individual self unites with the universe is one truly enlightened and happy and
that the search for this union is the ultimate goal of each person's life. Our
12th Annual Iranian Arts and Cultural Festival is
inspired by Rumi and his words. We invite each of
you individuals to unite with the greater whole and join
Payvand and
Iranian Federated Women's Club (IFWC)
for our cultural event on Sunday, October 12, 2008 at
Cupertino Quinlan Community Center, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
This year's free festival
and fundraising event promises to be a great success, filled with delicious
Persian food and cultural activities such as dance, music, poetry and story
readings, arts and crafts, book signings, and
Payvand's own young cultural ambassadors who will
give presentations on different aspects of Iranian culture.
Our festival showcases
the pride the Iranian community of mixed generations has in its rich culture and
shows their understanding of their position in a world that is at times hostile
towards that very culture. Above all, the festival promises a great time. So as
Rumi would encourage, set your life's goal on
connecting with others and join us to elevate your individual self and be
enlightened by the greater whole!
Entrepreneurs, business owners or artist who wish to be involved can contact Ms.
Fariba Nejat at payvand95@aol.com.
The Iranian Federated Women's Club (IFWC) (est. 1996) is a local, non-profit,
nonpolitical, and non-religious organization whose mission is to integrate and
empower the Iranian community, and to promote arts and culture by bringing
educational services, scholarships, and cultural activities to Bay Area
communities.
The Payvand Cultural School (est. 1995) was founded on our belief that Iranian
American youth need to participate in a healthy community that fosters Iranian
traditions, heritage, and language, while still encouraging successful American
cultural integration. PCS provides educational instruction and opportunities for
social interaction in Farsi, and also teaches traditional Iranian music and
dance. PCS also teaches English as a Second Language (ESL) to adults. Our school
is run by experienced teachers and dedicated volunteers.
For more information please visit:
www.payvand.org, or
email:payvand95@aol.com,Tel:
(408) 408-624-9222.
Free admission and open to public
Location: 10185 N Stelling Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014, (408) 777-3120
... Payvand News - 09/14/08 ...
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