AROUND TOWN NEWS
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April 2017 -
Indian Friends of Atlanta (IFA) organized Holi for the first time, with a DJ, food, and fun for more than 600 people from various Indian organizations at the huge ground in Skyland Business Centre.
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April 2017 -
The "Dunwoody Indians" held a free Holi drawing/coloring contest for kids to increase their awareness about Indian festivals and culture. The Dunwoody Police Department recognized and thanked them.
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March 2017 -
The Bengali Association of Greater Atlanta (BAGA) hosted a screening of Srijit Mukherji’s Zulfiqar, followed by a “Meet and Greet: Q&A” with the national award-winning director himself.
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March 2017 -
One of Atlanta's first Indian organizations, India American Cultural Association (IACA), celebrated India’s Republic Day with a panel discussion on current political changes, and more.
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March 2017 -
Consul General Nagesh Singh, Mrs. Pragya Singh, and consular staff hosted a morning observance of India’s Republic Day at the Atlanta Consulate, followed by an evening reception.
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March 2017 -
The Bengali Association of Greater Atlanta (BAGA) celebrated Saraswati Puja with the goddess in a structure resembling her veena, surrounded by swans (her vahana) and springtime paper flowers.
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March 2017 -
Indo-American Press Club–Atlanta Chapter (IAPC-A) hosted its first Republic Day celebration and awards ceremony with a painting exhibit, slide show, entertainment, contest winners, and book release.
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March 2017 -
The Senior Citizens Program (SCP) got off to a flying New Year start with a devotional Mata Ki Chowki. The event was performed by Atlanta Chowki Group, with eight college graduates.
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March 2017 -
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA (HSS) held its tenth Yogathon from Makar Sankranti to Rathasapthami, a 16-day event. The Georgia chapter gave a “Flash Mob” style Surya Namaskar demo.
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February 2017 -
In cold and rainy weather, more than 9,000 people from all over the Southeast thronged the Hindu Temple of Atlanta (HTA) Riverdale, Georgia to celebrate a joyous and spiritual Navodaya festival.
