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Members of the Afghan Turkic Community gathered together beneath a tall pine tree in a California park

Roseville · Sacramento Region · California

Rooted in heritage.
Growing together in California.

The Afghan Turkic Community in California brings together Afghan families of Uzbek, Turkmen, and wider Turkic heritage — teaching our children their languages and faith, celebrating our traditions, and supporting one another.

Who we are

One community, many generations.

We are Afghan families of Uzbek, Turkmen, and other Turkic roots who have made California home. Together we pass on what matters most: our languages, our faith, and the warmth of a shared table.Our story

Language

Uzbek and Dari classes that keep our mother tongues spoken at home.

Faith

Qur'an instruction and values taught with patience and care.

Culture

Celebrations, music, food, and dress that honor where we come from.

Community

Neighbors helping neighbors build good lives in California.

Weekend school

Programs for our children

Small, caring classes that help kids speak, read, and take pride in who they are.
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O'zbek tili

Uzbek Language Classes

Children & youth, ages 5–16

Children learn to speak, read, and write Uzbek through conversation, songs, stories, and games — so the language of their grandparents stays alive at the family table.

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زبان دری

Farsi / Dari Language Classes

Children & youth, ages 5–16

A warm, structured introduction to Dari — the shared language of Afghanistan — building confident readers, clear writers, and proud speakers who can connect with relatives near and far.

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تعلیم قرآن

Qur'an Classes for Children

Children, ages 6–14

Gentle, patient instruction in reading the Qur'an with proper tajweed, alongside the values of kindness, honesty, and respect that our families hold dear.

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Families sharing a traditional meal on carpets in the parkChildren in colorful ikat robes celebrating Uzbek Language DayCommunity members wearing traditional embroidered capsFathers and children eating together at a community picnic

Community life

More than classes — a place to belong.

From spring picnics on the dastarkhan to Nowruz and Eid celebrations, our gatherings are where friendships form and traditions come alive.
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    Cultural celebrations

    Nowruz, Eid gatherings, and Uzbek Language Day — with music, traditional dress, and food from home.

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    Family picnics

    Seasonal gatherings in local parks where elders, parents, and children share a meal on the dastarkhan.

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    Newcomer support

    Friendly guidance for families settling in Northern California: schools, services, and a community to lean on.

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    Youth & elders

    Mentorship, sports, and intergenerational programs that keep our young people connected to their roots.

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Upcoming events

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Oct212026
Cultural

Uzbek Language Day Celebration

Marking 29 Mizan, the national day of the Uzbek language, with poetry readings, children’s performances in traditional chapan, and a shared dinner.

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Roseville, CA
Nov72026
Education

Weekend School Open House

Meet the teachers, tour the classrooms, and register your children for Uzbek, Dari, and Qur'an classes.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1100 Melody Lane, Roseville
Nov212026
Community

Autumn Family Gathering

A relaxed afternoon of palaw, bolani, tea, and games for the kids. Bring a dish to share and a blanket to sit on.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Greater Sacramento area park

Be part of the story

Our traditions grow stronger with every family that joins.

Membership keeps classes affordable and gatherings open to all. Donations fund teachers, books, and celebrations for the next generation.

Visit us

Find us in Roseville

Classes, meetings, and many of our gatherings take place at our Roseville location, a short drive from Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Rocklin, and Folsom.

Address

1100 Melody Lane
Roseville, CA 95678

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