This year marks the 10th anniversary of Indian Association of Merrimack Valley (IAMV). IAMV will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, with a fair “Mela” on November 19th, 2005 at North Andover High School from 4 PM to 10 PM.

This Mela will feature vendors reflecting the various food styles of India, games for children, Indian crafts, painting, jewelry, costumes and Henna painting. There will be continuous stage programs that include two dance competitions, Bhangra dance performance and performances by local artists. Live orchestra will be provided by the professional group “Yaadein”. This group has been performing since 1999 in the New England area. Amongst singers are two special guests Vinay Mishra and Manju Abraham.
 
IAMV is an association dedicated to preserving the customs and rich heritage of India through cultural and social activities. For more information visit http://www.iamv.org or contact Jagdish Garg at (978) 681-5845. Entrance fee is $2 per person. Children under the age of 5 are free.

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