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Association of Iranian American Professionals, is a San Diego based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, aspiring well-being of community through professional networking events, cultural events, seminars, workshops, monthly hikes, charities and several other services.

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Upcoming events

    • 20-Oct-2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 8833 Harmony Grove Road, Escondido, CA 92029

    AIAP October 2024 Hike

    AIAP October Hike will be at Elfin Forest recreational reserve in Escondido on Sunday October 20.  Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve (olivenhain.com)  .The hike is approximately six miles long with a steep incline initially followed by mild hills.  From the peak we will get a great view of Olivenhain reserve and Lake Hodges.  The park opens at 8am, so we will meet at 8am at the park visitor center, 8833 Harmony Grove Road, Escondido, CA  92029 and start hiking promptly at 8:15.  Please bring enough water, breakfast to share and wear comfortable hiking shoes.  

      

    Approximate map of the hike trails.

    Date: Sunday October 20, 2024
    Time to Meet: 8:00 AM (We get together at 8:00 am and start the hike at 8:15 am)
    Place to Meet: Elfin Forest recreational Reserve visitor center  

     GPS Address: Elfin forest recreational ReserveVisitor Center, 8833 Harmony Grove Rd, Escondido, CA 92029

    Note: "AIAP does not assume any responsibility for the safety and security of hikers, and shall not be held liable for any accident, injury, loss of property or damages as a result of joining the hiking event set up by AIAP. All hikers join the hiking events at their free will and assume all the accidental dangers of a hiking event, and shall not hold AIAP liable for any bodily, financial, or property damages."
    • 30-Oct-2024
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Sufi Restaurant


    Date: October 30th, 2024

    Event Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm

    Location: Sufi Mediterranean Restaurant - 5915 Balboa Ave, SD, CA 92111

    Short presenter:  Judith Wilson Shadzi 

    Topic: Children’s Cultural Study

    Based on a true story, Zeeba is a Nebraska farm cat that is adopted by a Persian family from Iran. She and her sister Peeshi not only experience all the trials of a cat’s life but are submerged into a foreign culture. They learn the Farsi language, and lounge on colorful Persian carpets. 

    Step into the enchanting world of a fortunate cat whose limitless curiosity leads to unexpected adventures, all the while discovering all the customs of her cherished adopted family. Zeeba experiences love and loss, but she is smart and most of all, a survivor. This story is certain to be a favorite for all and one to read again and again.

    In today’s world, with a mixture of people from diverse backgrounds in our midst, it is more important than ever to learn the beauty of each language and culture. It is only right that Zeeba, the cat that was loving, curious, and obedient, would strive successfully as the author herself did, to adapt and thrive in the Persian culture.

    About Judith Wilson Shadzi Judith Wilson Shadzi is a published author, award-winning artist, and businesswoman. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Consumer Economics, and a minor in Iranian Studies from the University of Minnesota. Judith went on to receive a teaching credential in Health, and Master of Education at National University. 

    Judith lived in Iran for five years during the 1979 Iranian Revolution and speaks fluent Farsi. 

    She is Vice President of Cosmic Solar and Roofing, Inc, a company she and her husband Bahram own and with their son Pey, operate. They live on a solar-powered orchard in Southern California with their cat Una. 

    For more about Judith go to judithwilsonshadziartistauthor.com

    Main Presenter: Simi Razavian Architect, LEED AP, CGBP, CNE

    Topic: Sustainable Architecture without Architects in Tabas, Iran (Persia)

    Presentation: How people of Tabas, Iran (Persia) used micro-climate and

    local materials to create energy-efficient and sustainable homes.

    How modern, famous architects use the same techniques, even in San Diego.


    About Simi Razavian:  Simi Razavian is an architect and partner in the firm of MSA and Assoc. Inc. specializing in environmentally friendly developments. Her designs incorporate sustainable and energy efficient techniques into modern buildings. She received her Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Planning from Shahid Beheshti University in Iran (formerly Melli University). She is certified as a green building designer by Build It Green and as a LEED AP by the U.S. Green Building Council.

    Simi has been practicing architecture in the greater San Diego area since 1987, focusing on custom residential design. Her passion is designing comfort-maximizing buildings based on passive solar design techniques she learned from studying architectural elements in the ancient city of Tabas.

    Her work has appeared in many recognized publications in San Diego, such as: 

    • San Diego Magazine

    • San Diego Home and Garden

    • East County Magazine

    • La Jolla Light

    • Décor and Style Magazine

    • Dwell Magazine

    Simi first lectured on her design principles at the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) convention, San Francisco in 2009. Since then, she has been subsequently invited to speak to many other audiences, including:

    • Notre Dame University, School of Architecture

    • UCSD Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

    • SDGE 

    • CCSE California Center for Sustainable Energy 

    • Hewlett Packard

    • SIAP Society of Iranian Architects & Planners Los Angeles

    • La Jolla Library

    • New Mexico Solar Energy Association

    • Women in Architecture, San Diego 

    • La Jolla Library

    Language: Farsi/English




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