Category Archives: Open Letters

Condolences from ZAGNY community

Dear Jungalwala family and friends,

During our numerous long conversations on ‘phone, Khorshed always reminded me of that often quoted phrase, “it takes a village to raise a child”. Khorshed, a small group of that “village” is represented here today to say “Goodbye” to you. Khorshed, you have been loved and revered by all who live in that village and by those who have even came remotely in contact with you.

Our close relationship developed when our sons started studying in the Boston area and then combined with my wife and Khorshed’s common interests in Zoroastrian studies and literature, it resulted in deep appreciation for each other. But it was during the last 6 years when I came to appreciate the qualities of this great lady when we started working together in spreading the message of “One World Body” after her tireless efforts to develop an impartial “World Body Working Group” report. Although that dream of “One World Body” did not materialize, she always said that it might be achieved when we will become a little wiser in the years to follow and when the next generation will take it up where we had left. I trust and hope Khorshed that someday that dream of yours will crystallize.

On behalf of the New York Zoroastrian community and ZAGNY Board of Directors, I offer our sincere condolences to you Firoze, Ferzin, Jehangir, and all family members. Khorshed, we all will miss you but will make sure that your legacy will not be forgotten and we will try to pass on that torch to our future generations.

On behalf of the New York Zoroastrian community,

Homi D. Gandhi
President, ZAGNY

Khorshed Jungalwala

Dear Friends and Family:
 
It is with great sadness and deep regret that I share the news of our dear mother and wife, Khorshed’s passing.  She has ended her long battle with cancer however it did not defeat her fighting spirit.   She had passed on 5/12/07 Saturday early morning at 1:20 a.m.  She was 67 years old.  Funeral and cremation arrangements are being made at the Ducketts Funeral home in Sudbury, Massachusetts, 978-443-5777.   This information along with other details will be posted on www.jungalwala.com.  Please check the website for further details. 
 
Thank you all for all your support and prayers through these long months.  

Firoze, Ferzin, Jehangir, Rajan, Pam, and Davin

Artivista: Jackie & The Beanstalk

JackieNtheBeanstalk.jpgHi Everyone,

Just a reminder to mark your calendars for next week —  Don’t miss Jackie & The Beanstalk!!

Jackie & The Beanstalk: A New Urban Fairytale with a South Bronx Twist!!!
That lovable children’s play about asthma, the environment, and civic engagement, is coming back to its home in the South Bronx this May.

There will be THREE SHOWS ONLY:
Friday, May 18 @  11:00 am and 7:30 pm
&
Saturday, May 19 @ 1 pm

THE POINT
940 Garrison Ave.
Hunt’s Point, South Bronx
(6 train to Hunt’s Point Ave)
 
Ticket Info: 718-542-4139

  • $10 General Public
  • $5 Students, Seniors, Hunt’s Point Residents

http://www.thepoint.org/
http://www.artivista.org/
 
***After the Saturday matinée show, we will host a COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR!
 
2-5 PM Saturday : FREE Community Health Fair 
Local organizations and service providers will be present with information about various health care services and programs in the Bronx, public health insurance enrollment, healthy shopping and cooking demonstrations for families on a budget, yoga demonstrations to facilitate deep breathing and de-stressing, low cost animal care, and much, much more!!! 
 
We hope you will join us in our mission to use circus theater to enchant and engage young audiences and to promote social change. 
 
Jackie is after more than beans as she battles asthma and a giant petrochemical company while trying to hold on to her dreams in this delightfully funny, environmentally-conscious theatrical event.

A fast-moving feast for the eyes, this production features stunning feats of acrobatics, aerial dance and all around fun for all ages! 
 
Many thanks for all your support, and as always, you can find updates on what I’m doing on my website: http://www.artivista.org/
Artivism people, artivism!!!
 
Lots of Love
~ Kayhan
http://www.artivista.org/

Special Summer Day Camp

MANHATTAN MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING, in COLLABORATION WITH IUAES* ANNOUNCES A SPECIAL SUMMER DAY CAMP For TEENS

JUNE 18 – JULY 28 / 2007

In MANHATTAN and at the UNITED NATIONS

MANHATTAN MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING offers an educational program in a safe, warm, and diverse community for you and your children from ages 13 to 18 years old.

FOR STUDENTS:

  • You will have a FANTASTIC SUMMER.
  • You will participate in outdoor and indoor activities.
  • You will visit NY City Museums, field trips, and much more.
  • You will read, write, and tell stories.
  • You will have an opportunity to become an intern with IUAES for The United Nations / UNICEF.

FOR PARENTS:

  • Your child will learn in the BEST warm and supportive environment. And continue to have a healthy and happy summer.

If you are interested in your TEENS having this opportunity, please contact us for more information about our programs and our weekly and monthly prices.

Spaces are limited.  Please call Mahroo at (212) 388-8191 or cell (646) 420-6633 for an interview.

303 West 42nd Street
Suite 401-402
New York City, NY 10036
(212) 388-8191
Email: mhsmmc@yahoo.com

* IUAES: International Union of Anthropological and Ethnological Sciences.

** This is not a ZAGNY-sponsored Event **

Barbad Chamber Orchestra Concert – May 12th at Darbe Mehr

Friends, 
On May 12th , IZA brings us an evening of classical and Iranian music by the Barbad Chamber Orchestra (named after a sixth century composer) at Darbe Mehr.
 
This is an orchestra with an Iranian conductor as well as some of the members. They perform classical music by Mozart and Mendelssohn as well as couple of contemporary western-type classical music by Iranian composers Reza Vali and Ramin Heydarbeygi.

There is a $15 charge ($10 for Students and Seniors). After the event, please stay for a taste of wine and Persian food. The flyer is attached here.

Please join us at the Darbe Mehr, at 8 pm for this unique opportunity. Hearing the elegant classical and traditional melodies flow through our Darbe Mehr will be a landmark event. And Remember! Please send an email RSVP to Shirin to let her know that you plan to attend. (sherrykiamane@hotmail.com)

Warmly,

Nawaz
ZAGNY Vice-President