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Our Voice And Yours


There are 10 universities from Massachusetts among the top 100 National Universities according to the latest US News and world Report.
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Our Voice And Yours
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Lokvani Talks To Sandeep Parikh
Lokvani Talks To Sandeep Parikh


Sandeep Parikh is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of diversity-focused comedy house EffinFunny. Born and raised in New Hampshire, this successful Hollywood actor and writer is now producing a high-quality actual play Dungeons & Dragons show featuring an all South Asian cast. He talked to Lokvani about the show and how the community can get involved.
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Tribute To 9-11 Heros


On the occasion of Patriots Day, Federation of Indian Associations - New England organized an event to honor and commemorate the Martyrs of 9/11 terror attack in Shrewsbury MA. Present at the ceremony were Fire Chief Mr. James F. Buona, Police Chief Chad Chysna and Member of Board of Selectmen Ms. Beth N Casavant, Mr. John R Samia and New England FIA members.
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Tribute To 9-11 Heros
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Saheli Annual Meeting
Saheli Annual Meeting


Saheli invites you to the virtual Annual Meeting to learn about their accomplishments and goals.
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Special Approach To Manage Diabetes


Sudhir Parikh will talk about a non-medication approach to manage diabetes on Sep. 18th.
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Special Approach To Manage Diabetes
MITHAS: Rupak Kulkarni And Indrajit Banerjee (Flute And Sitar)
MITHAS: Rupak Kulkarni And Indrajit Banerjee (Flute And Sitar)


MITHAS in collaboration with LearnQuest Baithak presentsRupak Kulkarni (Flute) and Indrajit Banerjee (Sitar) and Hindole Majumdar (Tabla) on September 18th.
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5th India International Film Festival Boston


Asha Parekh to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 5th India International Film Festival Boston on September 25th in Lexington, MA.
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5th India International Film Festival Boston
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Celebrate Pujya Sri Morari Bapu's And Sri Narendra Modi's Birthdays
Celebrate Pujya Sri Morari Bapu's And Sri Narendra Modi's Birthdays


Join Satsang Center to celebrate Pujya Sri Morari Bapu's and Sri Narendra Modi's Birthdays and Bhandarva ShivRatri.
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IITAGNE: Preparing The Next Generation For Tomorrow


Join IITAGNE for a fireside chat with Suresh Garimella, President, University of Vermont; Anantha Chandrakasan, Dean, MIT School of Engineering; and Desh Deshpande, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist on Sep. 24th in Burlington, MA.
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IITAGNE: Preparing The Next Generation For Tomorrow
VHPA Bal Vihar Teaches Indian Cultural Values To Children
VHPA Bal Vihar Teaches Indian Cultural Values To Children


by Jaya Asthana
There is a great urge in Hindu parents to bring up their children in the Hindu way. The VHPA Bal Vihar, a weekly 2-hour program, fulfills this need of the Hindu society. Registration is now open for classes starting soon.
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The Gandhi International Institute For Peace


The Gandhi International Institute for Peace will host a virtual program to commemorate the 153rd birthday of Mahatma Gandhi on Sunday October 2, 2022. Speakers include Tushar Gandhi, Diane Jammpolski, Maya Soetoro-NG, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, Dr. David Frawley, Dr. Sundar Arora, Professor, Veena Howard, Judith Jenya Esq., Prasad Thotakura and Kumu Gupta.
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The Gandhi International Institute For Peace
SQL Saturday Boston 2022
SQL Saturday Boston 2022


SQL Saturday Boston is planned for October 8, 2022 which includes a full day of free, in-person training.
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South Asian Nation Diwali Gala


South Asian Nation invites you to their Diwali Gala on October 15th with 3 course buffet meal, DJ, Dhol, great performances and lots more.
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South Asian Nation Diwali Gala
Upcoming Events At Chinmaya Mission Boston
Upcoming Events At Chinmaya Mission Boston


Mohan Veena and Vidwan Sangita Kalanidhi Sanjay Subrahmanyan concerts at Chinmaya Mission Boston.
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RIHTS: Upcoming Events


Rhode Island Hindu Temple Society will celebrate Dussehara and Navarathri from Sep. 26th to Oct. 4th.
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RIHTS: Upcoming Events
NESSP: Upcoming Events
	NESSP: Upcoming Events


Puratasi, Dussehra and Temple 4th Anniversary Celebrations at NESSP.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops


Join Ekal for Charanjeet CJ Virdi musical evenings, Yeh Jo Des Hai Mera, Sur Sandhya, Nrithyothsava; and Power of Education Forum.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops
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Arangetram: Meera Parthasarathy And Maanya Chitrapu
Arangetram: Meera Parthasarathy And Maanya Chitrapu


by Dr. Saritha Venkatesh
Witnessing the soulful arangetrams of Meera Parthasarathy and Maanya Chitrapu felt like being brought closer to God, similarly to how we visit temples to wash away our negative thoughts and rejuvenate our mind.
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Meet And Greet With Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi


Ramesh Kapur inivites you to attend a reception for Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on September 18th in Winchester, MA.
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Meet And Greet With Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi
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Trusts Vs. Wills – What’s The Difference?
Trusts Vs. Wills –  What’s The Difference?


Planning for after your passing can be difficult. It’s important to start with the basics when legacy planning. So, let’s talk about trusts and wills.
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Recipes


Nutty recipes!
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Recipes
Laugh A While
Laugh A While


A turtle is crossing the road when he’s mugged by two snails. When the police show up, they ask him what happened. The shaken turtle replies, “I don’t know. It all happened so fast.
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Picture Of The Fortnight


A visitor in the garden.
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Picture Of The Fortnight
Thought For The Day
Thought For The Day


Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give.” – Eleanor Roosevelt.
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Event Update
Friday - 09/16/22
Saheli Annual Meeting 2022

Saturday - 09/17/22
NEMA Onam 2022
Mere Sapnon Ki Rani: Songs featuring the enchanting Sharmila Tagore
Shadaj: Hindustani Classical Vocal Concert by Bhuvanesh Komkali (Vocal) ​with Sanjay Deshpande (Tabla) and Abhishek Shinkar (Harmonium)
Jalsa: ISW 2022 Gala

Sunday - 09/18/22
MITHAS and LearnQuest: Rupak Kulkarni and Indrajit Banerjee (Flute and Sitar)

Saturday - 09/24/22
Desai Foundation: Lotus Festival
Preparing the Next Generation for Tomorrow

Sunday - 09/25/22
Chinmaya Mission: Mohan Veena Concert
IAB Diwali at Burlington Commons
Hindustani Classical Concert by Purbayan Chatterjee (Sitar), Rakesh Chaurasia (Flute), Ojas Adhiya (Tabla)
Purbayan Chatterjee (Sitar) - Rakesh Chaurasia (Flute) : Live IN-PERSON concert
IIFFB

Sunday - 10/2/22
MITHAS: TM Krishna (Carnatic Vocal)

Friday - 10/7/22
Fall 2022 poetry open mike

Sunday - 10/9/22
MITHAS: Amritha Murali (Carnatic Vocal)

Saturday - 10/15/22
South Asian Nation Diwali Gala
CMB: Vidwan Sangita Kalanidhi Sanjay Subrahmanyan
South Asian Center Diwali and Eid Dinner

Sunday - 10/16/22
Ekal: Building For The Future
UIANE: Election of Officers & Annual Meeting

Saturday - 10/22/22
IARI: Diwali

Saturday - 10/29/22
AIM for Seva
Arooj Aftab

Wednesday - 11/2/22
DONATE to Dhruba Sen's Campaign For State Rep

Friday - 11/4/22
Course by Brahmakumaris

Sunday - 11/6/22
UIANE Diwali 2022

Saturday - 11/12/22
MITHAS: Kruthi Bhat (Carnatic Vocal)

Sunday - 11/13/22
Magnificent 4 - Indian Idol - Top 4 Winners - Season 12

Sunday - 12/4/22
Saheli Gala Nirbhaya

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