July 2009

Zoroastrian Association of California
July 2009
Upcoming ZAC Events
LADIES CLUB
The next ladies club will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2009 at the Santoke residence (19071 Bikini Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92646).
Meeting starts at 12 noon. Our guest speaker is Freny Vaghaiwalla Mody, MD, who will be giving us a talk
on “Signs and symptoms of heart disease in women”. Bring your favorite pot-luck dish to share. RSVP: Vira
at 714-963-1301
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER - TheYouth Show / Natak
Come one and all, bring your families, friends and neighbors!
Venue: La Mirada Theatre, 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA 90638
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2009 Show Time: 7:30 pm
We are all gearing up for one of our central and most exciting events of the year – our Youth Show and
Parsi Natak! Mark your calendars and save the date for this event. It will be a night to remember – unique,
entertaining and loads of fun. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian snacks will be available for sale before the show
and also during the intermission.
Our youth will sizzle with show stopper acts that will take your breath away! After the intermission, we will
be entertained and delighted by a Parsi natak that will be presented by some of the very talented adults in our
community. The entertainment of the evening will be a perfect blend of both the youth and adults coming
together to perform for the community. We need each and every one of you to help the community in some
way.
Please see the various attachments for ways you can help, volunteers for various tasks, advertising and
sponsorship prices, etc.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Save this Date Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, 2009
Fun filled, relaxing Weekend in BAKERSFIELD… arrangements being made with special thanks to Dr.
Perin, Sam, Minoo, Ratan, Hutoxi and Roshni Parabia.
“Camp” in the newly remodeled Best Western Crystal Palace Inn and Suites, next door to the Buck Owens
Crystal Palace (of Country/Western fame). A block of rooms will be reserved just for ZAC at a special rate.
Enjoy a weekend with family and friends, no cooking or cleaning, just pampering. Swim in the Olympic size
pool surrounded by gardens, relax in the spa, dance, play cards or bingo or just chat. Explore Bakersfield or
make a trip to the Sequoias or Lake Isabella.
Check-in Friday, Oct. 30 and check-out Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009.
Program and prices will be in the next newsletter.
Recent Events
ZAC AGM AND GAHAMBAR
The Annual General Meeting was held on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at the Zoroastrian Center in Westminster. Rhoda and Noshir Lakdawalla sponsored the gahambar in memory of their dear parents, and ZAC
extends a big thank you to them for their generosity. We gathered at 3:30 p.m. for a jashan at the Center
which was followed by a social hour of chasni and chit-chat. Thank you to our mobeds who prayed in the
jashan – Zarrir Bhandara, Zerksis Bhandara, Darius Bhadha and Maneck Bhujwala.
We waited for an hour before convening the meeting as we did not have a quorum. Ervad Zarrir Bhandara
gave a benediction prior to the start of the meeting. Many topics were discussed and covered during the
meeting which included an update on potential property for our new Center (see back page for more information) and information about our upcoming Youth Show.
The committee and several members thanked Phiroz Tarapore for auditing our accounts and he agreed to
continue as Auditor for 2009. Noshir Jesung agreed to serve as Election Officer for 2009.
The General Body Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. after which we all enjoyed a delicious dinner of gravy
cutlets, palav dar and papeta-pur-eeda which was prepared by Sheila Madon. Many thanks to Sheila for
the delicious food which we all devoured with gusto. Dinner was followed by mouth watering kulfi which
Rhoda Lakdawalla provided and which was relished by everyone.
The evening ended with the warmth of good food and good friends – what could be better!
Pora Pau & Walk-a-thon
Oops!! Due to the haste in sending out the last newsletter, our list of donors and sponsors
was incomplete and once again we THANK YOU all.
Donations between $100 to $499
Armita and Hormuzd Dalal
Deenaz and Phiroze Coachbuilder
Phiroz Tarapore
Hanoz Kateli
Katy and Hoshang Khambatta
Viloo Motishaw
Dr. Kita Patel
Bahadur Sethna
Dolly Peponides
Sheila Madon
Minoo Parabhia
Hilla Macchi
Rustam Dastur
Chisti Dadachanji
Donations between $500 to $999
Behram Baxter
Godrej Khambatta
Neville Khambatta
Nargesh and Noshir Dabhoiwala
Donations $1000 and above
Dr. Perin and Sam Parabhia
Dhunmai and Phiroze Dalal
Dogdo and Tehmton Arjani
Other Events
FEZANA AGM
The FEZANA AGM was held in Orlando, Florida, in May 2009. Some of the topics discussed and voted
upon were approval of Memorandum of Understanding between FEZANA and ZAH for the FEZANA Resource Center which will be housed in Houston, mission and guidelines for future Zarthusti Congresses in
North America, approval of an emergency fund for critical assistance, approval of FEZANA office budget
and committee budgets. If any member will like more information on the proceedings at the AGM, please
call Vira Santoke at 714-963-1301 or email [email protected]
Appeals
We have received the following appeals and notices which we are re-printing for your information.
ZAGBA 25TH ANNIVERSARY
The Zoroastrian Association of Greater Boston Area (ZAGBA) is celebrating their 25th Anniversary with
a gala event on July 25, 2009.
ZAGBA invites friends and supporters to extend their generosity and purchase their special raffle tickets
at $20 each (prizes are great!) Please contact Vira Santoke at [email protected] tel # 714-9631301 for more details.
Hushang Namver
We have received an appeal from Miss Armaity Keki Namver of Mumbai for medical aid
for her brother, Hushang Namver, who is almost immobile due to Parkinson’s disease. The
family is already faced with hospital bills over Rs. 15 lakhs, with monthly costs for medication and care mounting day by day. If you would like to help Hushang, please send your
check payable to ZAC and mail to Rooky Fitter, 4611 Stellrecht, Huntington Beach, CA
92649.
Jamsheed Sami Writer of Vapi, India is looking for financial help to complete his education. He has a diploma in electrical engineering and hopes to continue his education
at V.V.P. Engineering college in Rajkot, India. Jamsheed is an academically bright and
hard working student and will be able to pursue his dream only if he gets some financial
assistance, as he and his family are in no condition to pay for the mounting cost of college
tuition, even in a Gujarat college. If you would like help finance Jamsheed’s education,
send your check payable to ZAC and mail to Rooky Fitter, 4611 Stellrecht, Huntington
Beach, CA 92649.
The California Zoroastrian Center has requested ZAC members not to use the prayer room on Sundays
between 11a.m. and 12 noon when they have their general prayers. Please note the above timing and
honor their request.
Announcements
Zoroastrian Stimulus Plan:
Private Job Search & Career Counseling Service
Looking for a job or contract work? Thinking about starting your own business? Seeking career guidance?
FEZANA and the World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) are excited to offer this free, private Job
Search, Career Counseling, and Entrepreneur Mentoring service to the community.
Visit http://tinyurl.com/zorostimulus to register for this service
We’ll work with Zoroastrian associations across North America to help connect you with other Zoroastrians who
can be of assistance in finding job opportunities, career counseling, starting a business, etc. The service is designed
to protect your privacy, so your name and contact info will not be shared broadly.
Visit http://tinyurl.com/zorostimulus-listings to see the latest job and mentor listings
Know of a job opening you’d like to share with the community? Want to help out as a Career or Entrepreneurship
Mentor?
Visit http://tinyurl.com/zorostimulus-help to post a job opening or to sign-up as a mentor
Visit http://tinyurl.com/zorostimulus-listings for profiles of Zoroastrians seeking jobs / guidance
More details are available at http://tinyurl.com/zorostimulus. If you have additional questions, feel free to email
[email protected]. This effort is being organized as part of the WZC’s Youth Leadership Enhancement
Program by Jasmine Dadachanji (Victoria, BC), Eric Engineer (Dallas, TX), and Carl Irani (Orlando, FL).
My name is Veera Yazdi Sidhwa. I am a recent graduate from California State University, Long Beach’s (CSULB)
Educational Psychology program. I am a licensed school psychologist and expect to begin practicing school
psychology in the Fall of 2009. If there is anyone out there who has a child in special education or thinks their child
may need extra help and is confused by the process or technical reports you’ve received from your school, please
feel free to contact me. I would be more than happy to consult with anyone who is having difficulties or needs
advice. I will not be charging any Zoroastrians for consultation services. I can be reached at v.sidhwa@gmail.
com
Zarin Malva, is conducting an International Montessori Teacher Training Course at Sir Ratan Tata Institute, Mumbai, India, in Early Childhood Education, under the auspices of Association Montessori Internationale. Duration
from July to March. On successful completion of this course, jobs are available in USA too as a Montessori Teacher.
Those interested can contact Zarin Malva email-- [email protected] Website -www.montessori-mumbai.
org
CALLING ALL GRADS!
ZAC will be honoring all our young high school and college grads. We do not wish to leave out anyone. Please
let any committee member know if you have graduated
this year or email [email protected].
RIDES NEEDED:
Many of our seniors cannot attend ZAC functions due
to lack of transportation. Some of the areas from where
we have had requests in the past are, amongst others,
San Pedro, Irvine, Anaheim, Laguna Woods and San
Diego. If you can help give someone a ride at any of
our events, please let the committee know.
CONDOLENCES
Ronnie Bhagwagar, son of Shiraz and Dinshaw Bhagwagar passed away on July 9, 2009. May Ronnie
find solace and eternal peace. Our sincere condolences to the Bhagwagar family, Shiraz, Dinshaw, Pinky,
Richie and Neville.
The 2009 Youth Show
Come Join the Team
As you all know the 7th ZAC Youth Show is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2009 at the La Mirada
Theatre, 14900 La Mirada Blvd., CA 90638. The show will start promptly at 7:30 pm.
Tickets are on Sale Now! Prices are – $10, $20, $30, $50, $100 Contact Burjor Santoke at 714-9631301 or mail check payable to ZAC to 19071 Bikini Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
How YOU can Help!!
The Youth Show and Natak is a project where traditionally the community comes together and works for
a common goal. Many talented youth and the older generations work together and put up a show that
could take your breath away. Not to mention the fact that some of our past performers have gone on to
do exceptionally well on stage in the performing arts. They all had training and humble beginnings. Some
in the community have worked tirelessly behind the scenes for many years and given their support to this
event. Come and be a part of this community. We need your support.
They also SERVE! Volunteers are needed to help with various tasks. Please find a way to volunteer.
Volunteer to help prepare for the Show:
Sell tickets to Family and Friends (Gujus love to see Parsi Nataks).
Buy tickets – Even if you cannot come to the show, lend your support by buying tickets of any denomination and donate them through ZAC. Call Burjor Santoke 714-963-1301
Sell Sponsorships/Advertising using copies of the attached information.
Talk to your favorite restaurants, business owners or even your BOSS and try and get them to buy an Ad
or be a Sponsor. You can even send out the sponsorship or advertising forms by email
Call Tehmi Damania 949-583-9973 to volunteer or for ideas, forms and information.
Volunteer to help at the Venue:
Before – Ticket Sales and will call, Set-up, transportation, hand out program books, Sell Food and soft
drinks.
Intermission – Sell food and soft drinks.
After – Clear-up, break-down and transportation.
We need people with Vans, Trucks to help bring certain props and to bring food to the venue.
Live close to the Venue? We need people who live close to the venue to help out with props for the show
(sofas, arm chairs, tables, plants, shelves, etc.).
Please contact Vira Santoke 714-963-1301 if you wish to volunteer for the event.
If you have any other ideas or ways in which you could help, please inform us.
We are particularly hoping that the youth who are not participating in the show will step up and volunteer behind the scenes to make this show a great success.
Zoroastrian Association of California
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Youth Show Sponsorship���August 29, 2009
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Deadline for Camera Ready Ads 8/18/09
o Platinum Sponsor - $ 5,000.00
2 complimentary VIP Tickets for the Event
Prominent Full Page Ad in program book
Honorable mention on Sponsors page of program book
Display your exclusive banner at the Venue
Display table provided in the foyer if requested
o Gold Sponsor - $ 3,000.00
2 complimentary VIP Tickets for the Event
Prominent Full Page Ad in program book
Honorable mention on Sponsors page of program book
Display your exclusive banner at the Venue
Display table provided in the foyer if requested
o Silver Sponsor - $ 1,000.00
2 complimentary $50 Tickets for the Event
Half Page Ad in program book
Honorable mention on Sponsors page of program book
Display table provided in the foyer if requested
o Sponsor Bronze - $ 500.00
2 complimentary $50 Tickets for the Event
Half Page Ad in program book
Honorable mention on Sponsors page of program book
o Act Sponsors - $ 100.00
Family and friends can sponsor an act in the show for a contribution of a minimum of $100.
Honorable mention on Sponsors page of program book.
Level of Sponsorship: _________________ sponsor.
Date Art received: __________________
Business Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________________ Phone: _______________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Payment enclosed for $ _________________ in the form of: Check #________.
Signature of Advertiser: ________________________________________
Name of ZAC Authorized Person: ________________________________ Phone: _____________________________
Please make checks payable to Zoroastrian Association of California.
All ads must be submitted by 8/18/09 in camera ready, bw/color artwork in pdf format.
For info call Tehmi Damania 949-583-9973 Mail to 22192 Oro Blanco, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Zoroastrian Association of California
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Youth Show –
August 29, 2009
Advertising Prices
Deadline for Camera Ready Ads 8/18/09
Advertisement Options:
o Front Inside Cover -- color
$ 250.00
o Back Inside Cover -- color
$ 200.00
o Back Cover -- color
$ 500.00
o Full Page
$ 100.00**
o Half Page
$ 75.00
o Quarter Page
$ 40.00
o Business Card
$ 25.00
** Inside pages ads are in Black and White. The cover ads are in color.
If the advertiser wants a Full Page color we will provide a special pricing for that Ad.
Ad Size: _________________
Date Art received: __________________________
Business Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________________ Phone: _______________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Payment enclosed for $ _________________ in the form of: Check #________.
Signature of Advertiser: ________________________________________
Name of ZAC Authorized Person: ______________________________ Phone: _______________________________
Please make checks payable to Zoroastrian Association of California.
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For info call Tehmi Damania 949-583-9973 Mail to 22192 Oro Blanco, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
July 2009
Important Property Information
As announced in the AGM, it seems the Hall Committee may have identified a parcel in Anaheim which would be ideally
suited to our future ZAC Hall. The best part of this is the fact that it is very centrally located for the whole community,
in Anaheim and the added advantage is that being land, we can build a perfect place to suit our needs. This is a rare opportunity that needs your attention. We request members to make an effort and visit the property and give your feedback
to Vira 714-963-1301 or Tehemtan Arjani at 818-545-8161. A special meeting will be announced in due course to seek the
community’s approval
The property is 1825 W. Orange Avenue, Anaheim, CA off the 5 Fwy at Euclid.
Rates for advertising in the ZAC newsletter
are as follows:
4 Consecutive Issues
Full Page
$200
Half Page
$110
Quarter Page $ 60
1/8 Page
$ 40
One Time Advertisement
Full Page
$60
Half Page
$40
Quarter Page $25
1/8 Page
$15
Your Committee
President – Vira Santoke
Vice President – Tehmi Damania
Treasurer – Chisti Dadachanji
Joint Secretaries – Rooky Fitter & Farida Udwadia
Program Chair – Hilla Machhi
Youth Coordinator – Mehernosh Gundevia