Monday 21 March 2022

International Day of Nowruz 2022; March 21st

 



Forum: 'Celebrating Nowruz" Internatinal Day of Nowruz 2022.


The northern hemisphere is saying goodbye to cold, barren landscapes and hello to spring’s budding leaves and blooming flowers. Millions around the world put on festivals, feasts and enjoy outdoor activities in celebration of Nowruz, the first day of spring and official start to Persian New Year.

Nowruz is one of the oldest holidays and has a rich history that dates back over 3,000 years. The 13-day celebration begins with the vernal equinox when the sun crosses the equator. This widely symbolizes rebirth and the affirmation of life in harmony with nature.

For many, common traditions include house cleaning, visiting friends and neighbors, and preparing traditional dishes such as special desserts, herb rice, and fried fish.

Happy Nowruz!


Statement by the U.N. Secretary-General on International Day of Nowruz 2022



Dear friends,

Each year, Nowruz marks a new beginning.

Last year, the Nowruz celebration coincided with the early days of an unprecedented and devastating global pandemic.

This year, the Nowruz spirit is more vital than ever.

Solidarity between communities and generations is more crucial than ever.

Our promise in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to leave no one behind is more essential than ever.

Today, we can start to see light at the end of the tunnel.

As the world comes together to defeat COVID-19, Nowruz serves as an inspiration to recover and rebuild in a more just and durable way, in harmony with nature.

I offer my best wishes to everyone marking Nowruz.

May this day advance happiness, health, and harmony to all.



EVENTS13th Annual Celebration of Nowruz at UCLA.




Join Farhang Foundation on Sunday March 20th for our return to the 13th Annual Celebration of Nowruz at UCLA in-person after a two-year hiatus. This event is the largest free celebration of Nowruz (Iranian New Year) in the world. The event takes place in Dickson Court from 12PM - 5PM and is open to all. This year's free events include: Live performances by: The Ava Choir Negar Estakhr Puppet Show Arezoo Koochakan's L.A. DAF Ensemble The Melieka Fathi Dance Company The Firuze Dance Company by Robyn Friend The UCLA Iranian Music Student Ensemble Children's Activities and Arts and Crafts Exclusive art and virtual activities by the Getty Villa Museum Plus a Grand Haft Sîn Display and an Iranian Tea House. Nowruz at UCLA is FREE and open to all. For full details and more information please visit us at https://farhang.org/nowruzla Location Address: 10745 Dickson Court, LA, CA 90095 Parking: UCLA Structure #2 719 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024

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