When the Vernal Equinox ushers Spring into the Northern Hempisphere at 5:58 p.m. on Wednesday, Persians around the world will mark the start of a new year.
The Feldman Ballroom at the University of Rochester is the setting for a celebration from 4 to 7 p.m. featuring tea, dance, music, and speakers who will talk about the history of Nowruz, the name for the Persian New Year.
Click on the LISTEN link above to hear Shahin Monshipour, organizer of the festive event, explain the rich tradition behind it and why it's important for her to bring the celebration to Rochester.
For more information on the event, contact her at shahinmonshipour@yahoo.com or call (585) 273-5150.
