September General Meeting - 2026 (30-Sep-2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Art, Culture & Connection: From Spirit to Sound to Color

Join us for an inspiring artistic and cultural experience exploring the many ways art connects us to culture, spirituality, music, nature, and creativity.

The program brings together three distinct artistic experiences: a thoughtful presentation on spiritual art and cultural expression, an intimate performance of Persian classical music, and a hands-on painting experience inspired by the beauty of a San Diego sunset.

Through words, sound, and color, the event invites participants to explore different forms of artistic expression and discover the connections between cultural heritage, personal creativity, and the world around us.

Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm

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

The event is free but registration required

Event Lineup

- Spirituality, Art & Culture by Hasti Norouzi

Hasti will explore the relationship between spiritual art, culture, and artistic expression, offering insights into how art can reflect our inner world, cultural identity, traditions, and connection to something beyond the everyday.

About Presenter:

Hasti Norouzi is an artist and educator with over 20 years of experience in painting and art instruction. She holds university degrees in Architecture and art and has a Master’s degree in Tourism Management, and is completing a Master’s degree in Psychology. She also holds Advanced and professional Painting Skill Certificate from TVTO.

Her work and research focus on Spiritual Art, Cultural Art, Art Therapy, and the connection between art, psychology, and self-discovery.

- Persian Classical Music by Hasti Norouzi, Mojgan Geravesh and Mandana Shamshiri

The musical portion of the evening will feature an intimate performance of Persian classical music, bringing together the delicate sounds of the santoor, the expressive voice, and the rhythmic traditions of Persian music.

Through this performance, audiences will experience the depth and beauty of Persian musical heritage and its longstanding relationship with poetry, emotion, spirituality, and artistic expression.

- San Diego Sunset Painting: Creativity Through Art by Farinaz Toghyani

Farinaz will lead a guided painting experience inspired by a San Diego sunset. Participants will learn painting techniques while exploring creativity and creating their own unique interpretation of the scene.

The workshop is designed to encourage participants to observe, experiment with color and light, and express their individual artistic vision. No matter their previous experience with painting, participants will have the opportunity to connect with their creativity and create a personal work of art.

About Presenter

Farinaz Toghyani is an artist, illustrator, and art educator with 12 years of experience teaching art. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration, an Associate Degree in Painting, and a High School Diploma in Painting. Farinaz has illustrated children's books published in Iran and has three years of experience teaching art to children at an American art school. She is the founder and owner of Farinaz Art Class in San Diego, where she teaches art to children, teens, and adults. She also teaches art at the Iranian School of San Diego.

Language: Farsi

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September General Meeting - 2026 (30-Sep-2026)