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Friday - 05/25/12
Kundalini Sangha: swadhisthana chakra & overcoming cravings

Saturday - 05/26/12
An Evening with Asia Strongest Man Manoj Chopra

Sunday - 05/27/12
Nritya Rekha - Carrying Forth Tradition

Tuesday - 05/29/12
Inspiring and Engaging the Teenage Mind - talk by Swami Mitrananda
Chinmaya Yuva Kendra (Young Adult) Satsang with Swami Mitrananda

Thursday - 05/31/12
TiECON East

Saturday - 6/2/12
Melodies & Memories
Gayatri Jayanti-Ganga Dashahara
South Asian P.U.P Comedy
Shri Purshottam Sahastranaam Mahayagna
Pranic Healing Course-Level I - Jun 2 & 3/Billerica
The Journey of Bharatanatyam
Pranic Healing Course-Level I
Sant Kabir Jayanti at Dwarkamai, Billerica
Spelling Bee
Hindi Manch SaReGaMaPa 2012 Auditions

Sunday - 6/3/12
Community Health And Wellness Fair
Haveli Bhoomi Pujan Ceremony
Red Cross Blood Drive
Hindi Manch SaReGaMaPa 2012 Auditions

Tuesday - 6/5/12
Yoga Classes at SVC
Yoga Classes at SVC

Saturday - 6/9/12
Interactive Leadership Workshop
Kal Aur Aaj: Musical Evening with Ajitabh
Jal Neti and Sutra Neti Classes: Yogic Cleansing
Hindi Manch SaReGaMaPa 2012 Auditions

Sunday - 6/10/12
Discourse on Anger to Peace
Bharathy Natyam - Kolam Academy Dance Day 2012
Hindi Manch SaReGaMaPa 2012 Auditions

Saturday - 6/16/12
Annual Fancy Dress Competition
KHMC - Santoor by Nitin Pandit
KHMC - 2nd Session
Hatha Yoga – Kriyas Practice at SVC

Friday - 6/29/12
June 29-July 1, 2012/Konkani Sammelan 2012

Saturday - 6/30/12
Hindi Manch SaReGaMaPa 2012

Sunday - 7/15/12
Physics of Roller Coaster
The Slaying of the Demons - A Dance Ballet

Sunday - 7/29/12
Chinmaya Mahasamadhi Aradhana Family Camp 2012
IAGB Golder Jubilee Cruise

Sunday - 8/12/12
India Day / IAGB

Sunday - 8/26/12
5K Walk to Education Visually Challenged.

Saturday - 9/8/12
Yeh Shyaam Mastani Remembering the Legend- Kishore KumarA CRY Fundraiser

Saturday - 9/22/12
Ekal Vidyalaya Event

Saturday - 9/29/12
Auditions for Boston Sargam: 2012 Bollywood Music & Dance Competition & Grand Mela

Saturday - 10/6/12
Hindi Baal Manch

Saturday - 10/13/12
Boston Sargam: 2012 Bollywood Music & Dance Competition & Grand Mela
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Our Voice And Yours


Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Satyameva Jayate is making waves in India where Aamir Khan is taking on tough issues and bringing it to the fore. In the column we ask you "WHAT IS YOUR TAKE". Share your thoughts here? The best response will be published in our next issue.
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Our Voice And Yours
LEAD FEATURES TOP
Lokvani Talks To Ravneet Sidhu Of Bakers Bloom
Lokvani Talks To Ravneet Sidhu Of Bakers Bloom

(This section is sponsored by Attorney Trupti Patel)

The first time I sat down to talk to Ravneet Sidhu, owner of the online bakery Bakers Bloom, she reached into her bag and offered me a sample of an elegantly wrapped graduation cookie that she has delivered to a customer who were celebrating their son's graduation. The cookies looked exquisite and smelled delicious and a bite of it brought a distinct flavor of orange and spices.
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In Conversation With B.K. Brij Mohan

(This section is sponsored by Emerson Hospital)

One of the Principal Secretaries of the International Bramha Kumaris organization, Brij Mohan is considered to be a Rajayogi in the Bramha Kumaris tradition. He spoke to Lokvani about the basic ideas of the Bramha Kumari tradition and about the means to gain happiness.
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In Conversation With B.K. Brij Mohan
Bollywood Baatein
Bollywood Baatein

(This section is sponsored by Monique Kornfeld, Esq.)

Actor Shreyas Talpade loves to play pranks on his co-stars and unit members. His experience on the sets of "Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal" was no different.
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Ekal Vidyalaya Raises Over 100k

(This section is sponsored by Masala Art)

The warm and welcoming event was a delightful evening for attendees filled with inspiration, fabulous music and a great dinner. “Appreciation” was central to the evening as each donor, no matter what the amount donated, was acknowledged and thanked. Over $100,000 were raised during the pledge drive. More than 400 people attended the event.
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 Ekal Vidyalaya Raises Over 100k
IAFPE And Governor Patrick Honor Community Contributions
IAFPE And Governor Patrick Honor Community Contributions

(This section is sponsored by Kanan Sachdeva)

Twelve members of the Indian American community were recognized for their contributions by Governor Deval Patrick at an event organized by the Indian American Forum For Political Education.
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PERFORMING ARTS TOP
Suhana Safar: A Tribute To Mukesh, The Bollywood Legend


Mohan Subramaniam, a very talented singer whose voice has earned him the name of "Boston's Mukesh" presented a fabulous concert that delighted the sold-out crowd gathered at Keefe Technical High School. The proceeds were used to support Saheli and the O.P. Nayyar Memorial Trust.
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Suhana Safar: A Tribute To Mukesh, The Bollywood Legend
Concert Review: Sumithra Vasudev & Sriva Raghavan
Concert Review:  Sumithra Vasudev & Sriva Raghavan


On March 24th, the New England Rasikas were treated to two concerts one by our local talent Sriva Raghavan and the second one by a rising star – a true sustainer of Sampradaya – Smt. Sumitra Vasudev.
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South Asian P.U.P Comedy


South Asian P.U.P Comedy, a charity fundraiser, will be held in the heart of downtown Boston’s theatre district on June 2, 2012, hosted by two top-notch Indian standup comedians who have opened for Russell Peters: Paul Varghese and Paul Singh, along with Usha Govindarajulu, the skit writer.
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South Asian P.U.P Comedy
LOCAL HAPPENINGS TOP
Hindu Heritage Day Mela 2012
Hindu Heritage Day Mela 2012


Close to 1500 Hindu Americans assembled at the Marlborough Middle School in Massachusetts to celebrate the 16th Annual Hindu Heritage Day Mela (HHD). To mark this annual occasion, the Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Mr. Deval L. Patrick, as well as the Mayor of the City of Marlborough, Ms. Nancy E. Stevens, proclaimed Saturday, 19 May 2012 as "Hindu Heritage Day."
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Akshaya Patra's Boston Gala Event Raises $365K


On May 14, 2012, Dr. Sheena Iyengar, Professor at Columbia Business School, TED global speaker and renowned author of The Art of Choosing as well as Dean Nitin Nohria, Akshaya Patra Foundation advisory board member, were the guests of honor at the annual Akshaya Patra Food for Education Gala in Boston, MA.
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Akshaya Patra's Boston Gala Event Raises $365K
The Ramayan In Human Physiology
The Ramayan In Human Physiology


On May 8, 9, and 10, 2012, the Boston area residents had the exceptional experience of hearing the time honored Vedic mahavakya (Aham Brahmasmi - I am veritably Brahm) from an objective scientific perspective by the grace of H. H. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and his team of world renowned scientists.
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Chinmaya Walkers Raise A Record-Breaking $31,712
To Feed The Hungry In Massachusetts!


On May 6th, ‘Chinmaya Walkers’ team participated in the Project Bread’s ‘Walk for Hunger’ with over 300 walkers, 2 to 70 years, raising a total of $31,712 (2nd highest amongst the top fundraisers).
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Chinmaya Walkers Raise A Record-Breaking $31,712<br> To Feed The Hungry In Massachusetts!
Explore India!
Explore India!


On April 29th, young children and their parents filled the field house of Lexington High School. Upon entering, they received an “Exploration Pass” and a “Program” which guided the visitors through the two sections of the event, the performances, and the booths.
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MIT Students Present Yaadein And Brohmance


The annual South Asian culture show Yaadein was held at the Kresge Auditorium where MIT undergraduates showcased their multifaceted talents in the arts, while MIT's South Asian a cappella group presented their unique arrangements of Bollywood and Western tunes at their Spring Concert - Brohmance.
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MIT Students Present Yaadein And Brohmance
Akhand Ramayan Pat At Chinmaya Mission
Akhand Ramayan Pat At Chinmaya Mission


The Chinmaya Maruthi in Andover held an Akhand Ramayan Pat on May 3 and 4 to celebrate the anniversary of the monthly Sundarkhand Pat. The spiritual ambiance uplifted the hearts and minds of the attendees.
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Guzarish 2012 – A Delightful Showcase


Members of the Tufts Association of South Asians (TASA) put together a delightful talent showcase at Cohen Auditorium at Tufts University featuring a set of well-choreographed dances and melodious musical numbers.
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Guzarish 2012 – A Delightful Showcase
TiECON East 2012
Meet The New Breed Of Entrepreneurs And An All-Star Lineup Of Speakers
TiECON East 2012<br>Meet The New Breed Of Entrepreneurs And An All-Star Lineup Of Speakers


TiECON East 2012 is TiE-Boston's 14th Annual Entrepreneurship Conference that brings together over 500 key thought leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs across a wide cross-section of industries. This year, the theme of the conference is "Invent Your Future."
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South Asian P.U.P Comedy


South Asian P.U.P Comedy, a charity fundraiser, will be held in the heart of downtown Boston’s theatre district on June 2, 2012, hosted by two top-notch Indian standup comedians who have opened for Russell Peters: Paul Varghese and Paul Singh, along with Usha Govindarajulu, the skit writer.
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South Asian P.U.P Comedy
PEOPLE TOP
Stars Of Cleveland Aradhana
Stars Of Cleveland Aradhana


The Cleveland Aradhana - in its 35th year - has grown to unbelievable proportions today . This year there were more than 490 participants in different age category for Carnatic music competition.
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Dr. Sanjiv Chopra Awarded Medal For Community Service


Dr. Sanjiv Chopra was one of the eight Indian-American recipients of this year's Ellis Island Medal of Honor presented to more than 100 immigrants for their community service.
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Dr. Sanjiv Chopra Awarded Medal For Community Service
CONTRIBUTIONS TOP
Movers And Shakers In Medicine - Dr. Poornima Sangal
Movers And Shakers In Medicine - Dr. Poornima Sangal


When the going gets tough, the tough get going. For Dr. Purnima Sangal this has been the central theme of her life. A brilliant Obstetrician and Gynecologist, her focus in life has been to excel in everything she does and serve her clients and the community to the best of her ability.
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What’s Your Financial IQ?


Imagine you’re on a TV quiz show. The host turns to you and offers a list of topics, one of which is Your Personal Finances. Based on your knowledge, is this a category you would choose?
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What’s Your Financial IQ?
Coming To College In The U.S.
Coming To College In The U.S.


For international students looking to come to the United States for college – and there are now tens of thousands of students who do so, for both undergraduate and graduate degrees – it’s a very exciting adventure. But, it can also be quite complicated.
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Action For India Announces New Social Innovation Competition


What do you get when you mix young social innovators, a supportive online community and five prize bundles of cash and free business services? We’ll find out in December... but the folks at AFI bet it will be enterprises well on their way to achieving scale and impact in solving some of India’s most pressing social problems.
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Action For India Announces New Social Innovation Competition
LIFESTYLE TOP
Weekend Entertainment
Weekend Entertainment


Catch up, register and purchase tickets for the events and concerts during this upcoming fortnight including Nritya Rekha, Melodies & Memories, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2012, The Slaying of the Demons - A Dance Ballet, and IAGB Golden Jubilee Harbor Cruise.
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For The Mathematically Inclined


Congratulations to Anindya Basu, Kishore Balsara, Prabhakar Nadkarni, Priya Linson, Suhas Joglekar and Suhas Pathak, who were the winner of the last set of puzzles. Here is one easy puzzle for students and one for adults.
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For The Mathematically Inclined
Cartoon: Meet The Author
Cartoon: Meet The Author


Meet the author! To get it for free...at least you have to drive and burn the gas, I would just go online and read it without spending a dime!
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Music Review: Shanghai

(This section is sponsored by Sounds Of India)

Shanghai is director Dibakar Banerjee’s latest political thriller scheduled to hit theatres June 8th. His earlier films Khosla Ka Ghosla and Oye Lucky Lucky Oye have been huge successes winning National awards and had pretty sharp and catchy music and background scores! Vishal-Shekar, riding on the wave of success of Kahani have composed the music for the film and also lent their vocals to some of the songs–both are equally talented vocalists as well as composers!
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Music Review: Shanghai
Jokes - Laugh A While
Jokes - Laugh A While


The Barbeque joke for Memorial Day.
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Recipes - Delicious Cookies


Ravneet Sidhu offers a recipe perfect for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, with the weather forecast looking so beautiful!!
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Recipes - Delicious Cookies
Photo Of The Fortnight
Photo Of The Fortnight


Nature at its Best! Bleeding hearts...
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Thought For The Day


To all graduates, Congratulations and be inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson's quote .."Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail”.
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Thought For The Day
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