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Our Voice And Yours


Lokvani wishes all its readers a very happy Hanuman Jayanti !

The top 10 on the 8th Annual LinkedIn Top Companies list include: JPMorgan Chase & Co., Amazon, Wells Fargo, Deloitte, PwC ... and Boston-based Moderna.
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Our Voice And Yours
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Vision-Aid 'Thoda Rang Thodi Masti' Event – Dazzled Audiences Beyond All Expectations!
Vision-Aid 'Thoda Rang Thodi Masti' Event – Dazzled Audiences Beyond All Expectations!


On Sunday April 7, 2024, over 400 attendees assembled at the elegant Cary Memorial Hall in Lexington Center, to help raise funds for children with visual impairment through the initiatives of Vision-Aid - A Lexington MA based non-profit organization dedicated to enabling, educating, and empowering the visually impaired.
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Indian Art Group Exhibition By Kalakruti Artists Enchanted Audience At LearnQuest Music Festival


by Raksha Soni
In a celebration of cultural diversity and artistic expression, “Kalakruti – a collective canvas of Indian artists” showcased the rich tapestry of Indian artistry through their work during the LearnQuest 5-days Music festival at Regis College in Weston, MA. The exhibition was curated by 12 gifted artists - Debajyoti Biswas, Geeta Jakkaraju, Giridhar Pottepalem, Joicy Malarvizhi, Kavita Gohil, Mridula Satyamurthi, Prity Turkhia, Pushpa Srivastava, Raksha Soni, Richa Jhanjhari, Sheetal Sarate and Vasanthi Vemparala,
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Indian Art Group Exhibition By Kalakruti Artists Enchanted Audience At LearnQuest Music Festival
Know About Birth And Childhood Of Lord Hanuman
Know About Birth And Childhood Of Lord Hanuman


by Sunil Kumar D. and Indrajeet Tyagi
Hanuman is known to be the embodiment of infinite power and strength. However, Hanuman has far more qualities and virtues, which play a major role in shaping his character. He is the God of wisdom, strength, courage, devotion, and self-discipline.
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VHPA Family Camp


Imagine a week of serenity and cultural celebration, nestled among the tall trees of Mount Monadnock, NH and on the shores of Lake Thorndike. Welcome to the Vivekananda Family Camp in Dublin, New Hampshire, where adventure, culture, and unforgettable moments await! Registration is now open!
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VHPA Family Camp
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Piya Milenge – Meeting The Divine
Piya Milenge – Meeting The Divine


by Geetha Patil
The Kabir Society of America organized a musical program entitled, ‘Piya Milenge – Meeting the Divine’ on April 6, 2024 at MIT Tang Center, Cambridge, MA. The auditorium full of lovers of folk songs assembled on a rainy day to enjoy soulful melodies and poetic expressions of Kabir and other Hindi poets associated with Nirgun-Bhakti in the vigorous and joyful folk style of Madhya Pradesh’s Malwa region.
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BSG Celebrates Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s 133rd Birth Anniversary Celebration As 'Equality Day'


Boston Study Group (BSG), dedicated to working towards a just and equitable society, celebrated "Equality Day" on the occasion of the 133rd Birth Anniversary of Dr B.R. Ambedkar at Boston USA.
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BSG Celebrates Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s 133rd Birth Anniversary Celebration As 'Equality Day'
Satsang Center: Sri Ramnavmi Celebrations
Satsang Center:  Sri Ramnavmi Celebrations


Satsang Center will be hosting Akhand Ramayan Path and Sri Hanuman Janma Utsav this week in Woburn, MA.
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Omkar Dadarkar: Live In Concert


Shadaj presents Hindustani Classical Vocal Concert by Omkar Dadarkar accompanied on Tabla by Sanjay Deshpande and Siddhesh Bicholkar on Harmonium on April 27th in Lexington, MA.
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Omkar Dadarkar: Live In Concert
SETU Presents Hush Hush
SETU Presents Hush Hush


SETU presents 5 shows of a Comedy Play in English...Hush Hush from April 26th-28th at The Mosesian Center for the Arts, Watertown, MA.
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North South Foundation Worcester Regional Contests 2024


The North South Foundation will be conducting educational contests for children in grades 1-12 at Fitchburg State University on Saturday, April 27. Contests include Science Bee, Geography Bee, Math, Spelling, and Public Speaking.
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North South Foundation Worcester Regional Contests 2024
ISW Hasya Kavi Sammelan
ISW Hasya Kavi Sammelan


ISW and International Hindi Association present Hasya Kavi Sammelan on April 27th at 4:30 pm in Shrewsbury, MA.
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Guruguha Vaibhavam 2024


Guruguha Vaibhavam 20024: Obeisance to the great composer Sri Muthuswmi Dijshitar will be held on April 27th & 28th. April 28th features Vid. Smt. Kamakshi Kalyanasundaram (Vocal), Vid. Smt. Uma Sankar (Vocal), Vid. Shri Kalyan Gopalakrishnan (Violin), and on percussion Vid Shri Pravin Sitaram, Vid. Shri Gaurish Chandrasekhar, Vid. Shri. MaliSantanakrishnan, Vid. Shri. Sudharshan Chakravarthy. It will also feature a double veena tribute to Dikshitar by Vid. Smt R Ramani, and Vid Shri Ram Naidu.
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Guruguha Vaibhavam 2024
Vyasa Yoga: Promotion Of Positive Health
Vyasa Yoga: Promotion Of Positive Health


Vyasa Yoga - Promotion of Positive Health from May 3-5, 2024.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: HeartThrobs


Ekal Vidyalaya Boston Chapter presents 'HeartThrobs', a live -orchestra concert celebrating the magic and music of three scintillating superstars Dev Anand, Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan on May 5th in Framingham, MA.
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Ekal Vidyalaya: HeartThrobs
Hindu Heritage Day 2024
Hindu Heritage Day 2024


The organizing team of VHPA-HHD are excited to invite you to Hindu Heritage Day 2024, conducted at Marlboro Middle School on Saturday, May 4th. This is a day to celebrate the Hindu Heritage with family and friends, new and old. Youth are encouraged to join us for Storytelling and Ramaayan Trivia on April 13th.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events


Sita-Rama Kalyanam, Holi Celebrations and Hunuman Jayanthi at NESSP.
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NESSP: Upcoming Events
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IAFPE Political Internship 2024
IAFPE Political Internship 2024


Indian American Forum for Political Education invites applications from college students from Massachusetts interested in paid political internship at the Congress, State House and various government agencies during Summer 2024. Application deadline is April 30th.
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MITHAS: JA Jayanth, Alam Khan And R Suryaprakash


Buy tickets for the upcoming MITHAS Concerts by JA Jayanth (Carnatic Flute), Alam Khan (Hindustani Sarod) and R. Suryaprakash (Carnatic Vocal).
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MITHAS: JA Jayanth, Alam Khan And R Suryaprakash
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Ram Navami
Ram Navami


by Jaya Asthana
'Wherever four Hindus live, Ram and Sita will be there.' So said Swami Vivekananda. The reverse is equally true – wherever Ram and Sita live, the people there will remain and live as Hindus.
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Know The Significance Of Ram Navami


by Sunil Kumar D. and Indrajeet Tyagi
Rama Navami, the spring festival carries special importance for all Sanatanis as it signifies the birth of Ram, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, in Ayodhya.
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Know The Significance Of Ram Navami
How Much Do You Know About Lord Hanuman?
How Much Do You Know About Lord Hanuman?


by Geetha Patil
Lord Hanuman is the symbol of strength and energy for all his devotees. He is a very popular deity and is worshipped all over India and across the globe. Hs name Hanuman was not one he got from his parents. Here is a 10-question quiz for kids on Lord Hanuman.
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Poem: Lord Ram


Lord Ram, the son of emperor Dasharatha
And who is known as a very great king
Lord Rama, the king of Kosala
Who is the ocean of good qualities ...
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Poem: Lord Ram
Urad Vada – Hanuman Prasadam
Urad Vada – Hanuman Prasadam


by Madhumati Tyagi
Urad Vada is a traditional prasadam offered to Hanuman Ji. They are thin and crispy Vada made using Urad dal and black pepper. It is also called Anjaneyar Vadai (Hanuman Vadai). It got its name, as it is a traditional prasadam offered in Anjaneyar (Hanuman) temple all over the world. This can also be served as a Teatime snack.
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For The Mathematically Inclined


Here are two puzzles for one and all!
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For The Mathematically Inclined

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Event Update
Sunday - 04/21/24
MITHAS: JA Jayanth (Carnatic Flute)
ISW Ram Navami - Mata Ki Chauki

Tuesday - 04/23/24
RIHTS: Hanuman Jayanti

Wednesday - 04/24/24
ISWU 3D Printing - now with Laser Cutting!

Friday - 04/26/24
SETU Presents Hush Hush

Saturday - 04/27/24
Shadaj: Omkar Dadarkar (Vocal)
Sant Pravah - A Unique Music Concert
North South Foundation Worcester Regional Contests 2024
SETU Presents Hush Hush
ISW Hasya Kavi Sammelan

Sunday - 04/28/24
MITHAS: Alam Khan (Hindustani Sarod)
IAGB New England Seniors Expo
SETU Presents Hush Hush

Tuesday - 04/30/24
One Women Show by Surya Sarkhel
ISW PEN - Intro to Diversity Certification and Contracting

Thursday - 5/2/24
IAGB Discover India: India Unveiled

Saturday - 5/4/24
Hindu Heritage Day 2024
ISW – Antakshari
Kiran Ahluwalia in Concert: The Sound of Contemporary India

Sunday - 5/5/24
Ekal Presents HeartThrobs
Legends of Shiva: Mystical Stories through Kathak Dance
Holi at Chinmaya Mission Boston

Thursday - 5/9/24
IAGB Discover India: Ancient Arts of India

Friday - 5/10/24
ISW WEW - Let

Saturday - 5/11/24
Umrao Jaan
Health and Care for South Asians

Thursday - 5/16/24
IAGB Discover India: Dances of India

Saturday - 5/18/24
IANH Vasant Festival of Music, Dance and Art
MITHAS: R Suryaprakash (Carnatic Vocal)
IANH Vasant Festival
IAGB 5K Run-Walk 2024
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