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    • 23-Feb-2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • Volcan Mountain Trail

    AIAP’s February 2025 Hike | postponed

    Volcan Mountain Trail Sunday February 23, 2025

    Volcan Mountain Trail is a 5.3-mile, lightly trafficked out-and-back trail near Julian, California, that features beautiful wildflowers and is rated as moderate. Volcan Mountain stands at 5,300 feet, offering great views of the Salton Sea and Anza-Borrego Desert to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

    Place to Meet: In front of Macy’s department store North County Westfield Mall, Escondido, CA 92025


    Time: We will meet at 8:00 AM and carpool at 8:15 AM sharp.


    Address of Volcan Mountain Parking: 1209 Farmer Road, Wynola Rd, Julian, CA 92036


    Volcan Mountain Trail is approximately a one-hour drive from North County Mall. We will carpool from our meeting location. Be advised that there may be snow on the trail. Dress appropriately for the weather - wear boots, wool hats, and high-insulation jackets.


    Members Free | Non-members $10


    Please bring enough water, wear comfortable hiking boots and bring breakfast to share. For more information about Volcan Mountain Trail please visit here.


    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.

    • 26-Feb-2025
    • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 5915 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111


    Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025

    Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM

    Address: Sufi Mediterranean Restaurant - 5915 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111

    Short Presenter: Kami Abadi & Kevin Tostado

    Topic: Long Term Care and the Comforts of Home

    Short Presentation: "Choice. Options. Control." That's what policy owners get with a long-term care solution from New York Life. This presentation is a comprehensive overview explaining the importance of long-term care strategies and the solutions available to consumers from New York Life.

    About Presenters:

    Kami Abadi was born in Iran and raised in a small town in Sweden. In 1991, after graduating high school, he moved to the United States to pursue new opportunities. Kami began his financial career as a stockbroker in 1998 and earned his California insurance license in 2016. He is deeply committed to helping individuals achieve financial security and retirement confidence, ensuring they have peace of mind knowing their financial future is protected, regardless of market fluctuations.

    Kevin Tostado has a Masters in Business Administration from University of the People and a Bachelors in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering. In addition to being a Financial Adviser offering investment advisory services through Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser, he is also licensed as an Agent with New York Life Insurance Company and a Registered Representative of and offer securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities LLC, (Member FINRA/SIPC), A Licensed Insurance Agency.

    Main Presenter: Dr. Farhang Mossavar- Rahmani

    Topic: The Impact of Sanctions on Iran's Economic System

    مروری کوتاه برساختاراقتصاد ایران، وتاثیر تحریم ها برآن

    Main Presentation: 

    • Basic Facts about Iran and its Major economic indicators

    • Power structure (velāyat-e faqīh, Its impact on the decision-making process and outcomes) 

    • Economic system and the state of the economy

    • Sanctions (brief history and reasons)

    • The impact of the sanction on Iran’s economy

    • Iran’s response to the sanctions

    About Presenter:

    Dr. Mossavar-Rahmani specializes in economics, as well as corporate and international finance. Since 2007, he has found much success as a professor at National University in California, where he previously served as an associate professor and a part-time faculty member from 1986 until 2007. Prior to this role, he excelled as an independent financial consultant, and as a chief executive officer and a board member of three companies. In his career-related endeavors, Dr. Mossavar-Rahmani has authored 22 books and numerous articles.

    Before embarking on his professional journey, Dr. Mossavar-Rahmani pursued an education at the College of Literature and Foreign Language in Tehran, Iran, where he obtained a bachelor's degree in 1977. He continued his academic efforts at National University, earning a Master of Business Administration in 1985 and a Master of Science in 1986, followed by a doctorate degree in business administration and finance from the Alliant International University in 1997. Dr. Mossavar-Rahmani has been active with several industry-related organizations, including the Scottish Rite Valley of San Diego, the American Association of University Professors, the Iranian Scholar Association, the American Economic Association and more.

    Dr. Mossavar-Rahmani has received multiple awards from National University, including three President's Professional Awards, a President's Distinguished Teaching Award, an Outstanding Service Award and a Graduate Council Award.

    Language: Farsi

    Please email us at: admin@aiap.orgfor more information.

    • 22-Mar-2025
    • 6:30 PM
    • Hornblower Cruise Docking: Pier 1, Hornblower Landing 1800 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
    Register


    AIAP NOWRUZ CELEBRATION

    Join us for a lively celebration of Nowruz, the Persian New Year!

    Prepare for a night filled with joy, laughter, and cultural festivities, with DJ Shahin, dancing and buffet dinner. Immerse yourself in Iran's vibrant traditions as we welcome spring's arrival. A buffet dinner will be served. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable celebration!

    The event will take place at Hornblower Cruise Docking

    Pier 1, Hornblower Landing, 1800 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101

    Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 at 6:30 PM

    Become a member or renew your membership to be able to purchase tickets at the members' rate.

    Members cannot register for other members unless they share a family (2 person) membership.

    Children under 12 receive a reduced price and must be registered separately.

    February 22, 2025, is the last day for early bird registration; ticket prices increase afterward.

    Please bring warm clothing to stay comfortable during the event.

    Dress code: Formal.

    Tickets are non-refundable.
















    For any further information or question on AIAP's Nowruz 1404 event or AIAP membership, please call (619) 953-8441 or email admin@aiap.org

    Becoming a AIAP member will bring the following advantages for you:

    • Nowruz & Yalda events: members will have access to discounted prices for events such as Nowruz and Yalda.
    • AIAP's annual Picnic party: Free.
    • AIAP 's monthly General Meetings: Free.
    • Members get 5% discount on any purchase at Balboa International Market.


    The AIAP annual membership is just $55.00 for individuals, $80.00 for couples, and $25 for students.


Past Events

13-Feb-2025 February 13, 2025 - Social Gathering at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Carmel Valley
29-Jan-2025 January General Meeting -2025
19-Jan-2025 January 2025 - Monthly Hike
11-Jan-2025 Saturday, Jan 11th , 2025 - Social Gathering at Bistro Kabab restaurant in Carlsbad
18-Dec-2024 AIAP Yalda Celebration-Wednesday, Dec. 18th, 2024
15-Dec-2024 Sunday, Dec. 15h, 2024 - Monthly Hike: Eagle Rock, Warner Springs, CA
12-Dec-2024 Social Gathering at The Pizza Taproom- La Jolla
20-Nov-2024 November General Meeting -2024
17-Nov-2024 Sunday, Nov. 17th, 2024 - Monthly Hike: Los Penasquitos Trail
14-Nov-2024 Thursday, Nov. 14th, 2024 - Social Gathering at El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant in Carmel Valley
30-Oct-2024 October General Meeting -2024
20-Oct-2024 Sunday, October 20th, 2024 - Elfin Forest Park
11-Oct-2024 Friday, Oct. 11th, 2024 - Social Gathering at Goli
25-Sep-2024 September General Meeting -2024
15-Sep-2024 Sunday, September 15th,2024- Annie’s slot Canyon in Solana beach
13-Sep-2024 Friday, Sep. 13th , 2024 - Social Gathering at Presidio Place Club House in Fashion Valley
25-Aug-2024 HIKE- August 25th,2024- Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
18-Aug-2024 AIAP Annual Picnic - Sunday, August 18, 2024
10-Aug-2024 Saturday, August 10th , 2024 - Social Gathering at BistroKabab restaurant in Carlsbad
31-Jul-2024 Jul 2024 - General Meeting
21-Jul-2024 July Hike -2024- La Orilla Trails in Rancho Santa Fe
12-Jul-2024 Friday, July, 2024 - Social Gathering at Goli
26-Jun-2024 June 2024 - General Meeting
16-Jun-2024 June Monthly Hike
13-Jun-2024 Social Gathering at The Pizza Taproom- La Jolla
29-May-2024 New May General Meeting -2024
19-May-2024 Monthly Hike: Daley Ranch and Stanley Peak in Escondido
10-May-2024 Friday, May 10th, 2024- Social Gathering at Crust Pizzeria
24-Apr-2024 April General Meeting -2024
21-Apr-2024 Sunday- April, 21, 2024 - Monthly Hike
12-Apr-2024 Friday, April, 2024 - Social Gathering at Goli
23-Mar-2024 Nowruz 1403 Event
17-Mar-2024 Sunday- March, 17th, 2024 - Monthly Hike
14-Mar-2024 Social Gathering at The Pizza Taproom- La Jolla
28-Feb-2024 Wednesday, Feb.28th 2024- General Meeting
18-Feb-2024 Sunday, February 18th, 2024- Hiking
16-Feb-2024 Friday, Feb. 16th, 2024- Social Gathering at Four Points By Sheraton San Diego
31-Jan-2024 Wednesday, January 31st, 2024- General Meeting
20-Dec-2023 AIAP Yalda Celebration-Wednesday, Dec. 20th, 2023
17-Dec-2023 December 2023 - Monthly Hike: Los Penasquitos Trail
15-Dec-2023 Friday, December 15th, 2023 - Social Gathering at Goli
29-Nov-2023 Wednesday, November 29th, 2023- General Meeting
19-Nov-2023 Sunday, November 19th, 2023 - Monthly Hike
09-Nov-2023 Social Gathering at The Pizza Taproom- La Jolla
25-Oct-2023 Wednesday, October 25th, 2023- General Meeting
15-Oct-2023 Sunday, October 15th, 2023 - Elfin Forest Park
13-Oct-2023 Friday, October 13th, 2023 - Social Gathering at Goli
27-Sep-2023 Wednesday, September 27th, 2023- General Meeting
17-Sep-2023 September Hike - La Orilla Trails in Rancho Santa Fe
15-Sep-2023 Social Gathering at Goli
27-Aug-2023 August Hike - Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
20-Aug-2023 Cancellation - AIAP Annual Picnic - Sunday, August 20, 2023
10-Aug-2023 Social Gathering at Red-O
26-Jul-2023 July 26th, 2023- General Meeting
16-Jul-2023 July Hike - La Orilla Trails in Rancho Santa Fe
13-Jul-2023 Social Gathering at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
28-Jun-2023 June 28th, 2023- General Meeting
18-Jun-2023 AIAP’s June Hiking at Lake Hodges Trail
15-Jun-2023 Social Gathering at Seasons 52 Fresh Grill/ Wine Bar
31-May-2023 May 31st, 2023- General Meeting
21-May-2023 May 21st, 2023 Hiking
11-May-2023 Social Gathering at The Pizza Taproom- La Jolla
26-Apr-2023 April 26th, 2023- General Meeting
16-Apr-2023 April 16th - Monthly Hike
13-Apr-2023 Social Gathering at Z-Pizza - La Jolla Tap Room
02-Apr-2023 AIAP, PCC and HOI Present: "Sizdeh Bedar"
19-Mar-2023 Nowruz 1402
22-Feb-2023 February 22nd, 2023- General Meeting
19-Feb-2023 February 2023 - Monthly Hike
25-Jan-2023 January 25th, 2023- General Meeting
15-Jan-2023 January 2023 - Monthly Hike
18-Dec-2022 December 2022 - Monthly Hike: Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve
16-Oct-2022 October 16th, 2022 - Monthly Hike
13-Oct-2022 October Gathering at Z-Pizza - La Jolla Tap Room
28-Sep-2022 September 28th, 2022 - General Meeting
18-Sep-2022 September 18th, 2022 - Monthly Hike
17-Sep-2022 The Celebration of Mr. Ebtehaj's life.
08-Sep-2022 Happy Hour - Thursday, September 8th, 2022
21-Aug-2022 AIAP Annual Picnic - Sunday, August 21st, 2022
12-Aug-2022 AIAP Happy Hour - Friday, August 12th, 2022
27-Jul-2022 July General Meeting
17-Jul-2022 July 2022 - Monthly Hike
14-Jul-2022 AIAP Happy Hour - July 2022
29-Jun-2022 The Celebration of Tirgan
16-Jun-2022 AIAP Happy Hour - June 2022
12-Jun-2022 June - Monthly Hike
08-Jun-2022 Zumba Class
25-May-2022 AIAP May's "General Meeting"
15-May-2022 May Monthly Hike
12-May-2022 Happy Hour
27-Apr-2022 April General Meeting
17-Apr-2022 Hiking
14-Apr-2022 Happy Hour
03-Apr-2022 Sizdah Bedar
26-Mar-2022 March Hike - Santa Rosa Plateau in Murrieta
10-Mar-2022 March Happy Hour at ZPizza - La Jolla Tap Room
23-Feb-2022 General Meeting: "Career Development Paths in Tech" - by Dr. Farhadi & Dr. Zakery
20-Feb-2022 February Hike - Elfin Forest Park
10-Feb-2022 February Happy Hour at ZPizza - La Jolla Tap Room
26-Jan-2022 General Meeting: "COVID Updates and Future" by Dr. Alidad Zadeh
16-Jan-2022 January Monthly Hike: Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve
13-Jan-2022 Happy Hour at Zpizza TapRoom
26-Dec-2021 December Monthly Hike: Volcan
18-Dec-2021 AIAP Yalda Celebration
09-Dec-2021 Happy Hour at Zpizza TapRoom
21-Nov-2021 November Monthly Hike: Iron Mountain-Poway
17-Nov-2021 November Virtual Meeting: "Crisis in Afghanistan: Iran and the Taliban" by Dr. Mohsen Milani
11-Nov-2021 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
27-Oct-2021 October General Meeting: "Military Exercises on Both Sides of the Aras River" by Dr. Kazem Alamdari
17-Oct-2021 Monthly Hike: Mount Woodson - Lake Poway
15-Oct-2021 Happy Hour
29-Sep-2021 September General Meeting: "Healthy ways to handle life’s stressors" by Dr. Peyman Raoofi
19-Sep-2021 September Monthly Hike: Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve
09-Sep-2021 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
22-Aug-2021 Annual Picnic 2021
15-Aug-2021 Monthly Hike: Torrey Pines
12-Aug-2021 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
28-Jul-2021 General Meeting: "Public Opinion and Survey Research in Iran: Challenges and Opportunities" by Mr. Daniel L. Tavana
22-Jul-2021 Please join our Clubhouse room today June 22nd, at 10:00 am PDT
18-Jul-2021 Monthly Hike: Torrey Pines
15-Jul-2021 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
30-Jun-2021 General Meeting: "OFAC and the Iranian-American Community" by Ms. Mehrnoush Yazdanyar
20-Jun-2021 Monthly Hike: Iron Mountain-Poway
17-Jun-2021 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
26-May-2021 General Meeting: "The U.S. Healthcare System: Problems and Solutions" by Mr. Maz Hadaegh
20-May-2021 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
28-Apr-2021 General Meeting: "How To Translate Science Into A Revolutionary Business" by Dr. Parastoo Khoshakhlagh
18-Apr-2021 Monthly Hike: Lake Miramar Trail
20-Mar-2021 Nowruz 1400 with Shally Z. (MC), K-Von (comedian), Masih & Sina (musicians), and Sahra Shirazi (dance)
24-Feb-2021 General Meeting: "What's New in 2020 Taxes" by Mr. Hedayat Jafari. "Love, Happiness & Challenges dur. Pandemic" by Ms. Parinaz Basiri
27-Jan-2021 General Meeting: "Demystifying COVID 19 Vaccines" by Dr. Alidad Zadeh
16-Dec-2020 General Meeting: Yalda Night & AIAP Election; Celebrating YALDA, Victory of Lights over Darkness
18-Nov-2020 General Meeting: "A Book Talk with the Author of Contesting the Iranian Revolution: The Green Uprisings" by Dr. Pouya Alimagham
21-Oct-2020 General Meeting: "The Electoral College and the 2020 Election" by Dr. David Faris
30-Sep-2020 General Meeting: "Political Economy and The African-American Experience" by Mr. Kamaal Martin
26-Aug-2020 General Meeting: "Bird's Eye View of an ER Doctor During COVID-19 Pandemic" by Dr. Shahrzad Rafiee, Long Beach Memorial Hospital
29-Jul-2020 General Meeting: "Why People Rebel?" by Dr. Alam Saleh
24-Jun-2020 General Meeting: "Financial Abundant in Challenging Times" by Mr. Nick Yekani
21-Jun-2020 Morning Walk at Lake Miramar trail
27-May-2020 General Meeting: "Reset Your Life with Simple Techniques" by Dr. Foojan Zeine
29-Apr-2020 General Meeting: "Public Charge Rule Ground of Inadmissibility and Covid-19 Effects on Immigration" By Mojgan Khoshvaght Esq.
29-Mar-2020 (Cancelled) AIAP, PCC and HOI Present: "Sizdeh Bedar"
21-Mar-2020 (Cancelled) Nowruz 1399 with KAMYAR Live in San Diego
17-Mar-2020 (Cancelled) 21st Annual Chahar-Shanbeh Soori with Sandy, DJ Julius, DJ Mohsen, DJ Kiarash, DJ Sepand & DJ Davood in San Diego
15-Mar-2020 (Cancelled) Hike: Black Mountain Open Space Park
12-Mar-2020 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
26-Feb-2020 General Meeting: "Practical Tips to Lose Weight & Keep it Off" by Ms. Erin Peisach, RDN
16-Feb-2020 Hike: Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve
13-Feb-2020 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
29-Jan-2020 General Meeting: “Legal Ways to Transfer Assets from Iran to US and How to Obtain OFACLicense" by Ms. Mehrnoush Yazdanyar, Esq.
19-Jan-2020 Hike: Mount Woodson at Lake Poway (Potato Chip)
16-Jan-2020 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
20-Dec-2019 Yalda Night with Max Amini Live
18-Dec-2019 AIAP Election, and Yalda Celebration
15-Dec-2019 Hiking at South Fortuna Mountain, Mission Trails Regional Park
12-Dec-2019 Happy Hour at Pacific Social in Carmel Valley
20-Nov-2019 General Meeting: "Trump's Maximum Pressure and the Impact from Election 2020 " by Dr. Kazem Alamdari, Dr. Hosein Ghazian , Dr. Assal Rad , Mehrnoush Yazdanyar
17-Nov-2019 Hike at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (Julian)
14-Nov-2019 Happy Hour at Angelika Film Center and Cafe
30-Oct-2019 General Meeting: "How To Get the Most out of Medicare & Social Security Benefits?" by Mr. Mojtaba Fakourfar, Health Insurance Expert
20-Oct-2019 Ali Azimi Live in San Diego
20-Oct-2019 Hike at Elfin Forest Park
17-Oct-2019 Happy Hour at Indigo Grill
09-Oct-2019 Child Foundation Meeting and Presentation
25-Sep-2019 General Meeting: "Emerging Organ Models and Organ Printing" by Dr. Ali Khadem-hossein
15-Sep-2019 Hike at Iron Mountain in Poway
13-Sep-2019 Happy Hour
25-Aug-2019 Annual Picnic 2019
31-Jul-2019 General Meeting: "Kings and the Clerics in Our Modern History " by Dr. Abbas Amanat

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