Hindu Heritage Day 2024

Hindu Heritage Day was started in 1997 as a way to celebrate our great Hindu Culture and Heritage. Since then, it has grown to include something for everyone, young, old and young at heart. This year, Hindu Heritage Day will be celebrated on May 4, starting at 3 PM, in Marlborough Middle School, Marlborough, MA.

Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram: This year’s theme, in keeping with the consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Bharat, is Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram. Shri Ram epitomizes excellence in all aspects of humanity. He sets the reference in all areas for everyone to strive to reach, whether it is in relationships with family, leadership, unwavering commitment, respect for all including the mighty, the downtrodden and even one’s adversaries, humility, and many other areas.

Mela: As soon as you enter the school, you will be greeted by various stalls of local vendors selling jewelry, clothes, Indian ethnic wear, books for children and adults, plus local non-profit businesses giving you information about their services.

Cultural Program: In the auditorium, there will be a wonderful variety show going on, showcasing all the talents that New England has to offer. There are songs and dances by children and adults, area schools of music and dance presenting their best items, children from several Bal Vihars performing plays based on the Ramayan.

Ram Leela: In addition, come and enjoy a wonderful, professional-level Ram Leela, a dance drama based on the Ramayan. This is performed by six area dance schools, in many different dance styles. It is a not-to-be-missed performance, one that will resonate with you long after you leave the halls of Hindu Heritage Day.

Food: Go a little further, and your senses will get assaulted with the delicious smells emanating from the cafeteria, where you can sample savory snacks and delicious delicacies.

Painting Exhibition: Come browse in the hallways, where you can see beautiful art by children and adults, in the Painting exhibition.

Kite Flying: Weather permitting, there will be kite flying for children and adults. Come and learn new skills or renew your childhood memories by flying kites again.

Storytelling, Ramayan Trivia, Painting: Felicitation of Participants: This year, several events preceded HHD. There was a Storytelling event and a Ramayan Trivia event, held on April 13 at Sri Lakshmi Temple. The participants of these events and also the Painting exhibition will be felicitated on stage.  Outstanding entries will be given a special award. Come and cheer on all the children and encourage them to continue learning about their heritage.

All this and more awaits you at Hindu Heritage Day. For more information, please see the attached flyer, or call the numbers on the flyer.

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