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EKTA VISION
Newsletter of
Indo-American Foundation of Arizona
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 70th India Independence Day
Sunday August 14, 2016
at 10:00am
2809 W. Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ
6 reasons on Sunday, August 14, 2016
after 2 To Do on Saturday, August 13, 2016!
Public Speaking and Debate Event
Saturday, August 13, 2016
9.00am - 1.00pm
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Topics:
- Public Speaking : 5th - 8th grade: Extracurricular activities versus academics
- Debate: 9th - 12th grade : Cultural diversity growing up in US - Confusing or Embracing for a greater good!!
Winner Announcement: Outstanding performers to speak at Independence Day Celebrations on August 14, 2016.
70th India Independence Day
2809 W. Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Independence day celebrations starts at 10:00 am with Parade
It's India's big day. Show off
2. FLAG HOISTING
Watch our Seniors and others do the Flag Hoisting in a precise manner like it is done in India
There are many patriotic songs and dances and other displays that will thrill you with the joyous moment that India experienced in 1947 and onward as Independent India!
a. Indian and American National Anthem by young talented singer Kailash Raman.
b. Ganesh Vandana, Mooshika Vahana, Humko man ki Shakti dena, Pushpanjali, Hum Honge Kamyaab, Bharat hum ko jaan Se pyaara hae, desh Rangeele & maa tujhe salaam, 80s Disco song medley, Rangilo maro Dholana, Jai HO and many other songs and dances.
4. MEET & GREET
Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton,
Phoenix Vice Mayor Kate Gallago
Arizona Corporation Commissioner
Thomas Forese
Public speaking and Debate winners
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Sravan Mas Special!
Last Sravan Monday, August 29, 2016.
Darshan of a Shivling made out of 7001 Rudraksh,
followed by Maha Prasad
@ Ekta Mandir
TEMPLE OPEN ALL DAY
PROGRAM:
9:30 am - 7:30 pm - Main Shivling Abhishek by devotees
7:30 pm - Rudrabhishek by Priests
8:30 pm - Cultural Programs,
Maha Aarti and Maha Prasad
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Sravan Mas Serving at Shelter!
Serving Meals to more than 1000 Homeless on Sravan Monday
August 15, 2016 is
Sponsored by IACRF and
Dayaram Ahir Family
@ St Vincent de Paul Shelter
Please Call Dayaram Ahir at 602 989 7100 to volunteer!
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Ganesh Chaturthi Utsav!
Dear Community members:
For the Ganesh Chaturthi Utsav, we have set an
ambitious goal of having cultural programs every day of the
12 day Utsav from September 4, 2016 through September 15, 2016). We have identified a few artists, but need more. We also want to ensure a diverse cultural offering to Lord Ganesha and to our mandir devotees.
Please contact Kalyan Raman at 623-521-5265 with your interest!
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IACRF
Calendar of
Events!
August 2016
Please click on the Event title for a flyer!
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Sravan (G)
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Nag Panchami
(Shukla Paksha)
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Ekadashi
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Yajurupakarma Purnima (Janoi)
Satyanarayan Puja/Katha
Rakshabandhan
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Bhadrapad(N)
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Chaturthi Ganesh Abhishek
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Nag Panchami (Krishna Paksha)
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Radan Chhath
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Shitala Satam
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Krishna Janmashtami
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Ekadashi
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Pradosh Rudrabhishek
Paryusan Begins
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Weekly Regular Programs:
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|  Indo-American Foundation of Arizona
Donation & Membership Pledge Form
IACRF is a Non-profit organization under IRS Section 501 (c) (3) Donations are tax deductible
LIFE MEMBERSHIP DONOR TRUSTEE Gold Life Member: $2,000 Platinum Donor Trustee: $25,000 Platinum Life Member: $5,000 Diamond Donor Trustee: $50,000 V.I.P. Life Member: $10,000 Benefactor Trustee: $100,000 Grand Life Member: $15,000 Grand Benefactor Trustee: $200,000 Magnanimous Benefactor Trustee: $500,000
Make your check payable to Indo-American Foundation or Bharatiya Ekta Mandir of Arizona Please mail your check to IAF-BEMA P.O. Box 35275, Phoenix, AZ 85069
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Please take few minutes to give your feedback on IACRF including Community Center, Ekta Mandir and all programs organized by IACRF to serve the community. Please tell us what is being done well and what areas need improvement. Try to keep it objective and professional, but please express your kudos and concerns regarding all issues including Priests, Manager, Custodian, Directors, Volunteers, Cleanliness, Safety, Quality, Service and other areas. This will help us improve the facilities and service to the community.
Please click on the Suggestion Box!
Thank you very much
IACRF Board of Trustees and Directors.
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Indo-American Foundation of Arizona
Registered Non Profit Organization IRS 501-c3
Bharatiya Ekta Mandir Hindu & Jain Temple and Community Center
P. O. Box 35275, Phoenix, Arizona 85069
Indo-American Cultural & Religious Foundation of Arizona is a Premier Non Profit Organization in Phoenix, serving the Indo-American Community members through Community Center and Bharatiya Ekta Mandir Hindu and Jain Temple.
Please visit:
Ekta Mandir Location: 2804 W. Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85017
Directions: From I-17, Bethany Home Exit West, Right on 27th Ave, Left on Maryland Ave.
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