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Nowruz Message from the Arizana Persian Cultural Center
The first day of spring is Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year. Nowruz is one of the oldest continuing traditions on earth, dating back over three thousand years. Our ancient tradition celebrates the prevalence of light over dark, the triumph of light over dark, renewal, rebirth, and the return of the Earth's natural cycle. We mark this thirteen day period, starting with the Fire Festival, then the Spring Equinox, and concluding with Sizdah Bedar or Nature's Day. For thousands of years, no matter the cost, no matter the hardship, Persians have celebrated Nowruz today. Two. In the face of unfathomable evil that has been inflicted upon the people of Iran for forty seven years, Nowruz still is marked. The Arizona Persian Cultural Center honors the women, men and children of Iran whose courage, intelligence, dignity and perseverance have endured through decades of state repression and violence, who have preserved the culture and history of Iran despite extreme repression and attempts to silence the voices of an ancient people and our ancient traditions. Even in these dark and difficult days, we know that the Persian culture is older than politics, resilient in the face of evil and stronger than anything or anyone that can try to wipe it out. This norahils we hope for freedom, justice, peace, prosperity, and joy for the people of Iran and people all around the world. The flames of our ancestral fires burn bright in our hearts and provide a compass in these troubled times. We reclaim this ancestral truth that the light always prevails over the darkness, and that the renewal and rebirth of spring always arrives for brighter days ahead. As a part of the same living story shaped by shared roots, families, language, history, culture, and tradition, we recognize the voices and enduring soul of the Persian culture and the hope, dignity and universal rights that belong to all people. The Arizona Persian Cultural Center is a non-political, non-religious, non-profit organization and does not engage in political advocacy. Our position is rooted in universal humanitarian values and in our mission to enrich the lives of Arizona residents by promoting awareness of Iranian culture, society, heritage, language and history. Thank you and happy Nowruz.

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Broadcast on FOX 10 on January 18 2026
https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/hopeful-what-is-come-community-holds-vigil-honor-thousands-killed-iran

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Presented by the Arizona Persian Cultural Center & Representative Sandoval

Nowruz Day Proclamation 2025

Whereas, the holiday of Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year, has been celebrated for over 3,000 years by millions of people of diverse cultures from the Caucuses, to Balkans, to Iran, to Central Asia, some of whom are unable to freely and openly celebrate to this very day; and

Whereas, the ancient Nowruz holiday is observed on the Spring Equinox and celebrates the return of light over dark, hope over despair, new over frayed, and the natural rebirth that comes with the Spring season; and

Whereas, Nowruz is celebrated with traditions such as the festival of fire, egg painting, gift exchanges, poetry readings, and the symbolic table settings representing renewal, prosperity and good life; and

Whereas, the State of Arizona is home to thousands of Iranian-Americans and others who celebrate Nowruz, adding to our state's rich cultural heritage.

Therefore, I, Representative Mariana Sandoval, invite the members of the Arizona House of Representatives to join me in proclaiming March 20, 2025, as NOWRUZ DAY. Let us join our friends, families, and neighbors to recognize and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Nowruz holiday and to honor the spirit of hope, peace, and prosperity that it represents.

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Short summary of highlights of the AZPCC 9th Annual Gala, held in beautiful Biltmore Resort in Phoenix Arizona on September 27, 2024

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LIGHT OF HOPE is the reflection, of all we have gone through in these recent years and portraying an image through music of LOVE, Unity, Strength and pursuing the Truth.

MUSICIANS
Saman Mahmoudi
Santour & vocals

Navid Kandelousi
Kamanche & violin

Pejman Haddadi
Tonbak & Percussion

Faranak Parkami
Vocals

Saturday November 18, 7PM

Bahá'í Community Center
6910 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

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Presenters: Ms. Noushin Mazlaghani & Dr. Siamak Safaeian


A discussion of a journey through meditation and self-discovery, tapping into your subconscious and unconscious spiritual self, resulting in "self-mastery" and empowerment.

Learn how to get in touch with your inner Self and your own true values, beliefs, intentions, and motivations, as
well as inner standing how your choices shape your life and how happy / satisfied you are.


Self-discovery is a deeply personal and transformative process that allows you to explore your true sole purpose, innermost desires, and how to successfully/ peacefully navigate life journey.


While there are many paths one can take on this journey, spirituality is often considered a powerful and more effective tool for self-exploration and finding one's true Self.

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