Nowruz (Newroz), the Spring New Year!- A Celebration of Spring, Remembrance & Hope
Duygu Gun
Dear friends, please join us for the Nowruz celebration this Saturday at Mentorgarden in San Francisco.
Nowruz (Newroz), the spring new year, symbolizes the rebirth of life. Nowruz is celebrated by many cultures, including Persians, Kurds, Afghans, Tajiks, Azerbaijanis, Turks in Central Asia, and others across West and Central Asia, and carries strong cultural symbolism connected to renewal, resistance, and freedom.
This year, our gathering carries a deeper intention. We come together in a Circle of Presence to honor the light of spring while holding space and remembrance for the lives lost in Iran.
In these challenging times, we gather through Persian, Kurdish, Turkish, and Azeri melodies, transforming “dancing grief” into collective dignity and resistance. Through music, remembrance, and shared stories, we stand together in solidarity and hope.
The evening will feature live music by Ramona Amini, Duygu Gün, Özgür Sümer, Raman Osman, and friends, weaving together sounds from across the region to welcome the arrival of spring and the renewal it brings.
How to Join (Please RSVP)
To help us prepare the physical space and ensure a safe, intimate environment for our online friends, please sign up in advance to let us know you are coming.
📍 In Person: Mentorgarten – 410 Precita Ave, San Francisco (On Precita Park)
💻 Online: Hosted by Shakti and friends. The Zoom link will be sent only to those who RSVP.
Suggested Donation: $20 (no one turned away)
🗓 Saturday, March 21
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
$20 suggested donation. For online donations, please use khanka...@gmail.com