Persian New Year Festival March 16, 2010

Jump over the bonfires for Persian New Year, Tuesday, March 16, 6-10pm at Durant and Shattuck in Berkeley. Shake off the darkness of winter and welcome the lightness of spring, a Persian ritual passed down since ancient Zoroastrian times. People jump over the flames shouting, “Shorkhi-e to az man o zardi-e man az to!” which means, “Give me your beautiful red color and take back my sickly pallor!” “Parents jump with their young ones who look wary of going near the flames. Sweethearts jump in tandem. Frat boys try to out leap one another in side-by-side races,” noted a festival attendee. An altar holds green grass, live goldfish, food and other spring items. Persian music, food, crafts, and children’s activities add to the experience in this free, family-friendly outdoor event. Get a glimpse into beautiful Persian traditions and the culture of the Iranian-American community in the US. www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com 510-548-5335

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