Monday, October 28th, 2024
GOTV – Chai, Chat and Sarees to the Poll by SWAN
In an unprecedented effort to reach out to Southern Nevada’s South Asian voters, the South Asian Women’s Alliance of Nevada (SWAN) enthusiastically organizing a GOTV (Get Out the Vote) event, appropriately named Sarees to the Polls, on Friday, November 1, 2024, the last day to vote early. What: GOTV – Sarees to the Polls When: Friday, November 1st, 2024 from 4PM – 7PM Where: Desert Breeze Park Community Center – 8275 Spring Mountain Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89117 Cost: FREE SWAN invites the community to dress in their cultural attire, enjoy delicious food,Read More
Diwali Mela Celebrations at the Las Vegas Hindu Mandir Attracts Diverse Members of the Indian Community
A recent decision by the Hindu Mandir’s management to transition from Dusshera celebrations to Diwali aligns with the themes of light overcoming darkness and the victory of good. The evening Diwali Mela under the clear & calm Vegas sky brought in over 400 attendees, which started with devotional songs in Hindi and Sanskrit. Diwali, the most auspicious of Hindu festivals, is celebrated in India and by diaspora worldwide. Known as the Festival of Lights, it emphasizes and brings joy, togetherness, and India’s cultural richness among communities worldwide. The local celebrationsRead More