Yalla Yalda
✨Winter Solstice is coming! ✨🎑
Join us in celebrating Yalda at Jackson Market on December 21st!
Yalda is an ancient tradition observed by the peoples of modern-day SWANA lands like Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Armenia, Kurdistan, and beyond.
The mythos of Shabe Yalda tells a tale of the god Mitra and of the ultimate struggle between darkness and light. Many of our communities have been struggling in the face of unchallenged malevolence. May we find hope in these ancient stories of triumph over darkness. May we come together as a community with unity and compassion.
Let’s honor this special night together with poetry, laughter, divination, and delicious snacks.
🌌 Save the date: December 21st at Jackson Market. Let’s bring some light to the longest night of the year!
This event is free, with a suggested donation of $5-$10 to support our efforts 💕
🌜🧿 یلدا خجسته باد 🧿🌛