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Alefba Publishes A New Socio-Cultural Magazine Named Iranshahr

Alefba Group has published the first issue of its new magazine called “Iranshahr”. This socio-cultural publication, which includes content on a variety of topics including historical, social, economic, literary, humor and memoir, is available online through Alefba’s new content website called Alef. A group of passionate members of the Alefba has contributed to the writing,

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Online Class on Shahnameh, The Persian Book of Kings – Second Series

Alefba Group in cooperation with Seattle Shahnameh Study Group offers the second series of the online class on the mythical section of the Shahnameh. Afshin Sepehri, a researcher on the Shahnameh and the producer of the audio book series, The Stories of Shahnameh in Persian and English is the instructor of this class. He recites

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Online Class on Shahnameh

Shahnameh, the eternal masterpiece by Ferdowsi narrates the mythical history of Iran. The root of Shahnameh stories can be traced back in the Avesta and other ancient texts. The Heritage committee of Alefba Group in cooperation with Seattle Shahnameh Study Group offers the second series of online classes on the mythical section of the Shahnameh.

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Hiring Announcement for a “Part-Time Project Coordinator” Position

Alefba Group, an Iranian cultural and social non-profit organization, is looking for a highly motivated person with good communication and project management skills for a part-time Project Coordinator position for project Pardis. Alefba Group, along with other local Iranian non-profit orgaizations, are working on a feasibility study phase for an Iranian Community Center, a.k.a. Pardis. The goal

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1st Health Education Online Sessions – How to use your health insurance

Health and Wellness committee of Alefba Group invites you to a  monthly educational series on the topic of physical and mental health. The talks which are on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM are delivered by experts in the corresponding fields. These sessions are free and open to public and no registration

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Alefba Group Job Announcement

Part-Time Program Coordinator Alefba Group, an Iranian cultural and social non-profit organization, is looking for a highly motivated person with good communication skills for a part-time Program Coordinator position. The tasks include coordinating the agenda and the speakers for some of our educational events, posting news about upcoming and past events, promoting Alefba programs, and outreach to increase

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Alefba Group Welcomes Two New Committees!

Since Alefba Group started in 2019, the organization consisted of 5 committees, each dedicated to one aspect of Alefba’s cultural and social activities; however, the Bylaws is designed such that new activities can be added to the organization over time. In 2020, two new activities were proposed by a group of Alefba family members and

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Online Class on Shahnameh

Shahnameh, the eternal masterpiece by Ferdowsi narrates the mythical history of Iran. The root of Shahnameh stories can be traced back in the Avesta and other ancient texts. Alefba Group in cooperation with Seattle Shahnameh Study Group offers a new online class on the mythical section of the Shahnameh. Afshin Sepehri, a researcher on the

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Program 526 of Radio Iranshahr Is Released!

Another weekly program of Radio Iranshahr is released. This program is produced by the Seattle team and consists of the following items: Psychology Series – Self Confidence 2 World Photography Day Movie Introduction – Casablanca Just Like the Rain Program 526 Tech News 526 برنامه‌ هفتگی دیگری از رادیو ایرانشهر منتشر شد. این برنامه که کاریست

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Program 520 of Radio Iranshahr Is Released!

Another weekly program of Radio Iranshahr is released. This program is produced by the Seattle team and consists of the following items: Psychology Series – Signs of Healthy Love (10) Just Like the Rain Movie Introduction – Django Unchained برنامه‌ هفتگی دیگری از رادیو ایرانشهر منتشر شد. این برنامه که کاریست از همکاران رادیو در شهر

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A Virtual Choir Performance with the Message of Hope

During the Corona virus pandemic period, Seattle Iranian Choir decided to record a video of its virtual performance in which each choir member recorded audio and video at home (following the physical distancing recommendation!) and all the audio and video footages were mixed into the final production. The main goal of this performance was to

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Board of Directors Welcomes Two New Board Members

Following the annual meeting of Alefba Group, the two provisional committees, Chashni and Kherad Society joined the Alefba family as permanent committees. According to Alefba’s bylaws, all committee chairs join the Board of Directors of the organization. Both Chashni and Kherad Society held their internal election to choose the chair of their committees. Ms. Firoozeh

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Chashni: Preparing Dinner for Homeless – January 2020

On Monday, January 27, a group of volunteers attended an event organized by the Chashni committee of Alefba in which they used the facility of Operation Nightwatch organization to prepare meals for about 100 homeless and seniors of Seattle.  The Chashni committee of Alefba is committed to this great cause and this program repeats on the 4th

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Alefba Group Welcomes Two New Permanent Committees!

Alefba Group was originally formed to include a set of existing activities with track records; however, the Bylaws is designed such that new activities can be added to the organization over time. Two activities were proposed by a group of Alefba family members in March 2019, shortly after the formation of the organization. After 10

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Chashni: Preparing Dinner for Homeless – December 2019

On Monday, December 23, a group of volunteers attended an event organized by the Chashni committee of Alefba in which they used the facility of Operation Nightwatch organization to prepare meals for about 100 homeless and seniors of Seattle.  The Chashni committee of Alefba is committed to this great cause and this program repeats on the 4th

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Chashni: Preparing Dinner for Homeless – November 2019

On Monday, November 25, a group of volunteers attended an event organized by the Chashni committee of Alefba in which they used the facility of Operation Nightwatch organization to prepare meals for about 100 homeless and seniors of Seattle.  The Chashni committee of Alefba is committed to this great cause and this program repeats on the 4th

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Chashni: Preparing Dinner for Homeless – October 2019

On Monday, October 28, a group of volunteers attended an event organized by the Chashni committee of Alefba in which they used the facility of Operation Nightwatch organization to prepare meals for about 100 homeless and seniors of Seattle.  The Chashni committee of Alefba is committed to this great cause and this program repeats on the 4th

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On the Progression of Theater in Iran – A Conversation with Dr. Naghmeh Samini

On Friday October 25, Alefba Group along with Vaav organization held a session about the progression of theater in Iran over the past few decades. In this program, Afshin Sepehri talked with Dr. Naghmeh Samini, university Professor, playwright and the screenwriter of the renowned  TV series Shahrzad. At the end of the session, there was

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Chashni’s Monthly Event To Prepare and Serve Dinner to Homeless of Seattle

The Chashni committee of Alefba is pleased to run a program with the goal of serving the homeless community of Seattle. In this program, the Chashni committee of Alefba signs up volunteers and manages sessions to prepare and serve food once a month, each time to about 100 homeless or senior citizens of Seattle. This

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August Gatherings at the Park by Kherad Society

Kherad Society continued its weekly gatherings on Sundays of the month of August. People of all ages enjoyed each other’s company in a very friendly environment. The program included socializing, sharing food and fruits, and playing different games such as volleyball and backgammon. Every week, more and more people joined the gatherings such that more

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Seattle Iranian Choir Performed at Northwest Folklife Festival

On May 25th, 2019, Seattle Iranian Choir performed Persian songs at the 48th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival at Seattle Center. In this part of the festival which was organized by Alefba Group, the choir performed along with a group of talented artists and performers to showcase Iranian Art and Culture before a full house. Nusha

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Seattle Iranian Choir Performed at Middle Eastern Cultural Festival at UW

On May 4th, 2019, Seattle Iranian Choir performed Persian songs at Middle Eastern Cultural Festival at University of Washington. Over 30 countries participated in this festival and Seattle Iranian Choir along with Maestro Babak Danshvar who played Santoor represented Iran. You can see some pictures from our event on the choir’s Facebook page. گروه کر

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Seattle Iranian Choir to Perform at Northwest Folklife Festival

On May 25th, 2019, Seattle Iranian Choir will perform Persian songs at the 48th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival at Seattle Center. In this part of the festival which is organized by Alefba Group, the choir will perform along with a group of talented artists and performers to showcase Iranian Art and Culture. Here are the

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Program 459 of Radio Iranshahr is Released!

Another weekly program of Radio Iranshahr is released.

This program is produced by the Seattle team and consists of the following items:
– Interview with Amin Arbaab, Gymnast and Coach
– Nowruz at Seattle City Hall
– Nowruz at Washington State Senate in Olympia
– Nowruz at University of Washington
– Psychology Series: Self-Consciousness Skill
– 13 Bedar or April’s Fools Day in Iran!

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Alefba’s Presence at the Nowruz Celebration at the University of Washington

Seattle Iranian Choir performed at the grand celebration of Nowruz at University of Washington. Alefba Group had a table at the event and Radio Iranshahr made a report from the event that you can listen to in Program 459. This was the second time this event was organized by a group of volunteers under the

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Alefba’s Presence at the Nowruz Recognition Ceremony in Washington State Senate

Washington State Senate recognized Nowruz Celebration at a special ceremony on Friday March 22, 2019. Seattle Iranian Choir performed a few Persian songs at the reception of the ceremony. Also, Radio Iranshahr broadcasted the ceremony live on its Facebook page and produced a report and included it in its special program for Nowruz. You can

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Alefba’s Presence at the Nowruz Festival in Seattle City Hall

Alefba Group had its first presence  on Sunday March 17, 2019 at Nowruz Festival at Seattle City Hall, organized by Seattle-Isfahan Sister City Advocacy group. We had a table at the event in which we introduced our new organization and signed up many of the visitors to receive Alefba’s newsletter. Radio Iranshahr was the official broadcaster of

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Logo Design Journey is Complete!

After several of days of heated debate and several rounds of polling, Alefba members finally reached the general outline of logos for Alefba Group and its committees. The next phase involved hiring a freelance designer online to complete the design and produce the final version of the logos. All the logos follow the same general

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Alefba Group Welcomes Two New Committees!

Alefba Group was originally formed to include a set of existing activities with track records; however, the Bylaws is designed such that new activities can be added to the organization over time. Two activities were proposed by a group of Alefba family members, shortly after the formation of the organization: 1. Kherad Society: to organize

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