Annual Nangbi Lhosar

Losar, meaning "New Year" in the Sherpa language ("Lo" for year and "Sar" for new), marks the beginning of the year for Himalayan communities that follow the Lunar Calendar. It is one of the most significant festivals for these communities, celebrated on the first day of the first lunar month, typically falling in February or March according to the Gregorian calendar.

There are different types of Losar celebrations: **Sonam Losar** - Observed in the twelfth Tibetan month by farmers, as they become occupied with their fields by the first month of the new year. **Gyalpo Losar** - Celebrated in the first month by religious communities, officials, and businesspeople, usually in February. The first fifteen days commemorate Chötrul Düchen.

The Himalayan Sherpa Club of Sonoma brings the community together for a festive celebration featuring traditional dances, music, food, and cultural performances. It's a time for families to gather, share stories, and pass on traditions to the younger generation. The event typically includes traditional Sherpa dress, folk songs, and the sharing of special Losar dishes.