Please join us for Rasotsava / Sharad Poonam Garba celebrations and Satsang on Sunday. Aarthi and Mahaprasad to follow.

Sponsored by Bhupeshbhai-Radhikaben Patel and family.

Sharad Poonam, also known as Kojaagari Purnima, is a harvest festival celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin. In some regions of India, especially in Gujarat, this festival is celebrated with the traditional folk dance Garba. During the Sharad Poonam Garba, people come together in vibrant traditional attire and form a circle to perform the energetic and rhythmic dance to honor the goddess Durga. The dance accompanies live music, usually featuring traditional instruments like the dhol and the melodious tunes of folk songs. The festival is a time of joy, celebration, and the coming together of communities to revel in the cultural heritage of India.

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival celebrated at the end of Navaratri every year. It commemorates the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana and the triumph of good over evil.

The festival also marks the end of Durga Puja, where the goddess Durga is venerated. In many regions of India, elaborate processions and reenactments of the Ramayana are performed, and effigies of Ravana are burnt to symbolize the victory of righteousness. It's a time for joyous celebrations, feasting, and the exchange of gifts with loved ones.

Sponsored by Amit-Pooja Patel and family.

The Bathukamma Festival is a colorful floral festival celebrated in Telangana, India, honoring Goddess Gauri. It takes place over nine days during the Hindu month of Ashwayuja and involves creating floral arrangements, traditional songs, and dances. The festival is a symbol of Telangana's cultural identity and a time for communities to come together in celebration.

Havan | 4.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Mata Ki Chowki | 5.00 p.m. to 6.15 p.m.

Kanya Puja, Aarthi, and Mahaprasad to follow

Sponsored by Lalchandani Family; Sansoa Family; Dr. Bharat-Kamini Patel family; and Yogi-Dipika Lalwani family

Embrace the power of movement, breath and intention as we journey through this ancient practice together. This sacred tradition is a time for inner reflection, renewal and gratitude. This immersive event will be led by Tanvi Patil.

Bring your own mats, blocks & straps! (Yoga mats will not be provided.)

Cost: Donation of your choice (all proceeds will go to the temple)

Join us for a workshop led by Swami Prabhupada from The Temple of the Holy Name (ISCKON) in North Carolina. There workshop will include a live kirtan and mantra meditation.

A Hindu satsang is a gathering where individuals come together to discuss and learn about spiritual topics, engage in meditation, chanting, and listening to spiritual discourses. It provides an opportunity to connect with others and deepen understanding of Hindu philosophy and spirituality.

The month of Shravana holds great significance for many Hindus and is a time for observance of fasting. It is common for Hindus to fast every Monday in honor of Shiva and/or every Tuesday in honor of Parvati. This sacred month is dedicated to Lord Shiva, a prominent deity in Hinduism. During this period, devotees partake in various rituals and practices as a means of seeking blessings and nurturing spiritual growth.

All devotees will have a chance to offer Abhisheka to Lord Shiva.

A Hindu satsang is a gathering where individuals come together to discuss and learn about spiritual topics, engage in meditation, chanting, and listening to spiritual discourses. It provides an opportunity to connect with others and deepen understanding of Hindu philosophy and spirituality.

Join us in Elmwood Park on Saturday, August 17 for a fun, family-friendly afternoon! Enjoy and experience our vibrant & diverse culture, cuisine and live performances.

The month of Shravana holds great significance for many Hindus and is a time for observance of fasting. It is common for Hindus to fast every Monday in honor of Shiva and/or every Tuesday in honor of Parvati. This sacred month is dedicated to Lord Shiva, a prominent deity in Hinduism. During this period, devotees partake in various rituals and practices as a means of seeking blessings and nurturing spiritual growth.

All devotees will have a chance to offer Abhisheka to Lord Shiva.

The month of Shravana holds great significance for many Hindus and is a time for observance of fasting. It is common for Hindus to fast every Monday in honor of Shiva and/or every Tuesday in honor of Parvati. This sacred month is dedicated to Lord Shiva, a prominent deity in Hinduism. During this period, devotees partake in various rituals and practices as a means of seeking blessings and nurturing spiritual growth.

All devotees will have a chance to offer Abhisheka to Lord Shiva.