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Spring is here, and with it comes the joy and warmth of Sizdah Bedar - a Persian tradition that marks the thirteenth day of the Persian New Year as a nature day. We are excited to invite you to our Sizdah Bedar event on Sunday, April 2nd, 2023, from 1-5 pm at El Jardin del Paraiso community garden at 311 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10009. This event is open to both the NYC Iranian and West Asian diaspora and those outside of the diaspora.   Our theme for this year's Sizdah Bedar event is "Zan, Zendegi, Azadi" - "Women, Life, and Freedom." We want to celebrate the resilience, strength, and contributions of women to our community and stand with them in their struggles for justice and equality. We also believe that social and environmental justice are critical values that should guide our actions and decisions. We want to create a space where we can learn from each other, share stories, and build meaningful connections.   We will start the event with a potluck picnic, where everyone is welcome to bring a dish to share. We encourage you to bring reusable plates, cups, and utensils to help reduce waste and protect our environment. After the potluck, we will take a few blocks to walk to the East River, where we will collectively float our "sabzi," sprouted greens and make a wellness wish for ourselves, our loved ones, and our planet. This is a beautiful and meaningful tradition that symbolizes our connection to nature and our commitment to sustainability.   We ask that you support everyone's safety and well-being. We also encourage you to bring any games or activities you want to share with the group.   We are excited to celebrate Sizdah Bedar with you and create a space to come together as a community. Please feel free to invite anyone you think would be interested in joining us. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.   With love, justice, and solidarity, Aresh Javadi