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Our Voice And Yours


Lokvani wishes all its readers a very Happy Vijayadashami / Dussehra.
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Our Voice And Yours
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The Desai Foundation Celebrates 25 Years In Style!
The Desai Foundation Celebrates 25 Years In Style!


The Desai Foundation celebrated 25 years of work on September 24, 2022 at their annual Lotus Festival event held at Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots, in Foxborough, MA. The Desai Foundation focuses on empowering women and children in rural India, particularly in the areas of livelihood, health, and menstrual equity.
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Carry A Tune Karaoke For Seniors With Sonali Doshi


On September 3rd, 2022 “Volunteering for Seniors (VFS)” presented “Carry a tune Karaoke for Seniors anchored by Ms. Sonali Doshi” which was a fun filled evening and yet another successful event to entertain our New England Seniors.
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Carry A Tune Karaoke For Seniors With Sonali Doshi
H-1B Visa Stamping In US Soon?
H-1B Visa Stamping In US Soon?


H-1B visa stamping in US soon? Presidential commission approves move.
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AAPI Celebrates India’s 75th Independence Day On Capitol Hill


The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) organized the 75th Anniversary of the Independence of India/Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, where key US Senators and Congressmen participated and stressed the need to strengthen Indo-US relationship and praised the contributions and achievements of Physicians of Indian Origin and the larger Indian American community.
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AAPI Celebrates India’s 75th Independence Day On Capitol Hill
MITHAS: TM Krishna In Concert
MITHAS: TM Krishna In Concert


MITHAS presents 'Octaves in Orbitals' featuring TM Krishna (Carnatic Vocal), Akkarai Subhalakshmi (Violin) and Praveen Sparsh (Mridangam) on October 2nd at MIT Kresge Auditorium.
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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
The Gandhi International Institute For Peace
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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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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SQL Saturday Boston 2022
Double Header: Sarod Recital - Abhishek Lahiri And Vocal Performance - Pt. Amit Mukerjee
Double Header: Sarod Recital - Abhishek Lahiri And Vocal Performance - Pt. Amit Mukerjee


Baithak presents a double header evening of Hindustani Classical Music featuring a Sarod recital by Abhishek Lahiri with Subrata Bhattacharya on tabla, followed by a vocal recital by Pt. Amit Mukerjee with Nitin Mitta on tabla, and Hirak Modi on harmonium on October 9th.
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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


Vidwan Sangita Kalanidhi Sanjay Subrahmanyan concert at Chinmaya Mission Boston.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events


Vijaya Dasami, Sri Lalitha Sahasra Nama Deepa Pooja and Chandi Homam at NESSP.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events
Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops
Ekal Vidyalaya: Upcoming Events And Workshops


Join Ekal for Vatsala Mehra Concert, Dandiya Garba Mela; and Power of Education Forum.
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Satsang Center: Navaratri Celebrations


Come and be part of the Navaratri Celebrations at Satsang Center.
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Satsang Center: Navaratri Celebrations
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Music Arangetram: Nandini Murali
Music Arangetram: Nandini Murali


Nandini Murali, a disciple of renowned Guru Smt. Tara Bangalore, recently presented her Carnatic vocal arangetram. Nandini was accompanied on the violin by Sadhana Venkatesh, also a student of Guru Tara. Young veteran Tarun Bangalore on the mridangam and seasoned stalwart Sri. Vaikom Gopalakrishnan on the ghatam provided the percussion accompaniment.
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Arangetram: Shreya Suresh


It was a dream come true moment for a young dancer Shreya Suresh, disciple of Smt. Sapna Krishnan, as she performed her arangetram on Aug. 13th. Shreya depicted high energy levels throughout the performance and the elated face of the Guru explained it all.
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Arangetram: Shreya Suresh
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Rohan Chander Wins The Gaudeamus Award 2022!
Rohan Chander Wins The Gaudeamus Award 2022!


Rohan Chandra, son of Dr. Ravi Chander and Dr. Parul Shah, wins the Gaudeamus Award 2022! After graduating from Barrington High School, RI, he did his undergraduate in Music composition from NYU, NY, and Master in Music composition from USC, CA. Winning the Gaudeamus Award means an international recognition for a composer.
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Domestic Violence Awareness, A Stamp Forever


As a Domestic Violence activist, having volunteered time over 10+ yrs helping victims of domestic violence and October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a proposal was re submitted for issuance of an USPS Domestic Violence Awareness Forever Stamp, marking 30th Ann. of Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in 2024 by Miss Kumu Gupta.
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Domestic Violence Awareness, A Stamp Forever
16 Things You Need To Know Now About Annuities
16 Things You Need To Know Now About Annuities


Annuities are among the most commonly misunderstood and misused financial products. Here are 16 things you need to know about annuities.
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Festival Time Recipes


Between fasting and feasting.
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Festival Time Recipes
Laugh A While
Laugh A While


Live, Life, Laughter..
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Picture Of The Fortnight


Festival hues....
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Picture Of The Fortnight
Thought For The Day
Thought For The Day


Time For Celebration, A Time For Victory Of Good Over Bad, A Time When World See The Example Of Power Of Good. Let Us Continue The Same True Spirit. Dussehra Greetings.
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Event Update
Friday - 09/30/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja
MITHAS: TM Krishna Master Class (09/30)

Saturday - 10/1/22
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja

Sunday - 10/2/22
MITHAS: TM Krishna (Carnatic Vocal)
SaranNavaratri /Durga-Puja
Sunderkand Ka Path

Monday - 10/3/22
SaranNavaratri / Sri Durga-Puja

Tuesday - 10/4/22
SaranNavaratri / Sri Durga-Puja

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

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

Saturday - 12/31/22
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