BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//INDIA New England News - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:INDIA New England News X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://indianewengland.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for INDIA New England News REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T170000 DTSTAMP:20250322T022434Z CREATED:20250322T022434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T022434Z UID:294318-1743850800-1743872400@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Hindu Family  Activities in Greater Boston DESCRIPTION:NO ENTRY FEES.  FREE PARKING. \nSat\, April 5th\, 2025\,  Location: Sri Lakshmi Temple\, 117 Waverly St\, Ashland\, MA \n11 AM onwards (auditorium): Storytelling contest for youths 18 and under.\nRegistration at: https://forms.gle/74CLsipjcw9yTr3dA\n(the time slot assigned to you will be communicated via email) \n(Sri Lakshmi temple has a nice canteen downstairs) \n4 PM: Cultural Trivia Game in the Auditorium\n(This is a very popular group game via Kahoot! No app download required.  Adults can watch and enjoy.)\nRegistration at https://forms.gle/WWGQk5u7Bcr5feba6\nWalk-in registration will also be possible subject to a limit of 100 for total number of players. \n5 PM: Open house for recent and prospective family camp participants\n(Recent participants should get their sticker as they come in) URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/hindu-family-activities-in-greater-boston/ LOCATION:MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T200000 DTSTAMP:20250402T024157Z CREATED:20250402T024157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T024157Z UID:295102-1743962400-1743969600@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Classical with a Twist: Postcards DESCRIPTION:Classical With A Twist: Postcards showcases the rich folk music traditions of India\, China\, and Japan\, infused with a classical twist. Led by Cherry Street Music’s Artistic Director and renowned international cellist\, Allison Eldredge\, this unique performance blends folk influences with cross-cultural fusion. The evening will feature captivating performances by Julia Glenn\, Sayuri Miyamoto\, and TaalMel\, bringing a vibrant tapestry of sound to life. Enjoy a world-premiere composition by Ruhan Iyer based on the work of Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941). Join us at The Allen Center for an unforgettable musical journey—secure your tickets now for this mesmerizing experience! URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/classical-with-a-twist-postcards/ LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, West Newton\, MA 02465\, The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, West Newton\, MA 02465\, Newton\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T170000 DTSTAMP:20250322T030557Z CREATED:20250322T030557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T030557Z UID:294331-1744531200-1744563600@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:TAGB to Celebrate Ugadi 2025 with a Grand Cultural Extravaganza DESCRIPTION:Worcester\, MA—The Telugu Association of Greater Boston (TAGB)\, a premier non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Telugu culture in the Greater Boston and New England region\, is set to host its Annual Ugadi Celebration on Sunday\, April 13\, 2025\, at the iconic Mechanics Hall in Worcester\, MA. \nUgadi\, the Telugu New Year\, is one of the most significant festivals for Telugu-speaking communities worldwide. It symbolizes new beginnings\, prosperity\, and cultural heritage. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/tagb-to-celebrate-ugadi-2025-with-a-grand-cultural-extravaganza/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall in Worcester\, MA.\, Worester\, MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/TAGB-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T190000 DTSTAMP:20250412T005844Z CREATED:20250412T005844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T005844Z UID:295892-1744549200-1744570800@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:SPRING THEATER FESTIVAL DREAMSCAPE IN A BOX DESCRIPTION:A power packed Sunday!\nOn Sunday April 13th\, the festival will be inaugurated by renowned poet\, Sunayana Kachroo at 1 PM and the day will be orchestrated by Jharna Madan\, Dr Parmit Singh and Sugandha Gopal as emcee. The day promises to offer a wonderful mix of sincere theatrical work in the language of Hindi\, Bhojpuri and English.\nRaktbeej >In a modern setting the play explores the continuous cycle of prey and predator in modern materialistic life!\nBhikharigatha >Through the lens of Bhikhari thakur\, a vivid portrayal of the social issues of his time\, especially focusing on the lives of the marginalized\, rural folks\, and the complexities of their day-to-day struggles\nMungerilal ke Adhure Sapne > A compelling reimagining of a 1960s satire that unveils the absurdities of bureaucratic red tape and the influence of politics in a street play format\nFive Grains of Rice >This award-winning play will delve into themes of trust\, betrayal\, and the sacrifices women often make in relationships through its character dynamics and entertaining banters among the lead pairs URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/spring-theater-festival-dreamscape-in-a-box/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-11-at-9.54.42-AM.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T200000 DTSTAMP:20250412T005614Z CREATED:20250412T005614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T005614Z UID:295921-1744912800-1744920000@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:South Asian Bar Association Hosts Chai Chat – A Community Conversation on Immigration on April 17 DESCRIPTION:BOSTON–On April 17\, join the Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts (AALAM) and the South Asian Bar Association of Greater Boston (SABA-GB) for an evening of open dialogue\, expert insight\, and community connection at Chai Chat: A Community Conversation on Immigration. \nThis timely event brings together experienced immigration attorneys and a clinical psychologist from Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Massachusetts (LCL MA) for a dynamic panel discussion on the far-reaching impact of immigration law—both legally and emotionally—within the Asian American community. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/south-asian-bar-association-hosts-chai-chat-a-community-conversation-on-immigration-on-april-17/ LOCATION:Gesmer Updegrove LLP\, 40 Broad St\, Boston\, MA 02109 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Saba-Logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421 DTSTAMP:20250412T010624Z CREATED:20250412T010624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T010624Z UID:295929-1745020800-1745193599@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:LearnQuest Academy's 17th Annual Music Festiva DESCRIPTION:BOSTON— The LearnQuest Academy of Music\, a Waltham-based institution dedicated to Indian classical music\, will launch its 17th Annual Indian Classical Music Festival on April 18\, 2025\, with an electrifying tabla showcase featuring maestros Anindo Chatterjee\, Anubrata Chatterjee\, and Patri Satish Kumar. \nThe opening event will take place at the MIT Wong Auditorium in Cambridge\, MA\, before the festival moves to the Regis College Auditorium in Weston\, MA\, for the remainder of the three-day celebration (April 19-20). \nThe festival\, a staple in New England’s cultural calendar\, highlights both Hindustani and Carnatic classical traditions\, bringing together legendary musicians\, emerging talents\, and devoted music lovers. \nThis year’s Hindustani lineup features iconic sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan alongside his sons Amaan Ali and Ayaan Ali Bangash\, sitar virtuoso Ustad Nishat Khan\, and tabla legend Pandit Anindo Chatterjee. The Carnatic roster includes esteemed vocal duo Ranjani-Gayatri\, vocalist Saketharaman\, the violinist Akkarai Sisters\, and mridangam exponent Patri Satish Kumar. \nOther featured performers include vocalists Sankari Krishnan\, Sanjay Subramanian\, Rachana Bodas\, and Supriyo Dutta\, as well as harmonium soloist Pt. Ravindra Katoti and a saxophone trio featuring Priyank Krishna\, Shishir Kumar\, and Phil Scarff. \nTo buy a ticket\, please click here. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/learnquest-academys-17th-annual-music-festiva/ LOCATION:Regis College Auditorium\, Weston\, MA\, Weston\, MA\, 02493 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/LQ-2025-Poster-e1744426642631.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T190000 DTSTAMP:20250406T142147Z CREATED:20250406T142147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T142147Z UID:295429-1745071200-1745089200@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Triveni Ensemble Presents Dance Show "Yatra" DESCRIPTION:Indian classical dance teacher and educator Neena Gulati will present the highly anticipated “Yatra\,” a captivating dance performance by Triveni Ensemble\, on April 19\, 2025\, at the Boston University Dance Theater. The event\, which marks the 51st anniversary of the Triveni School of Dance based in Brookline\, MA\, is set to be a celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage and diversity. All the proceeds will go to AIF. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/triveni-ensemble-presents-dance-show-yatra/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Triveni-2025-poster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T203000 DTSTAMP:20250415T200951Z CREATED:20250415T200951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T200951Z UID:296180-1745175600-1745181000@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:SASA Presents Mehfil: A Coke Studio Tribute DESCRIPTION:This Sunday!\nSASA Presents Mehfil: A Coke Studio Tribute\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe largest South Asian music event at Berklee is happening this Sunday\, April 20th at Brighton Music Hall at 7:00 PM. \nThe South Asian Scholar Association (SASA) presents their Coke Studio Tribute: Mehfil. Entirely student led\, this show promises a night of fusion and frivolity for lifelong fans of South Asian music and new listeners alike. \nSASA was founded in 2021 under Berklee India Exchange to serve as a launch pad for South Asian students and their allies to celebrate and innovate. They hit the ground running and have never stopped. Mehfil is their most enterprising project to date – funded entirely by the community who believe in SASA’s work and love the music they make. \nCurrent SASA President Deeptha Ganesh and gives us a peek into the practice room ahead of the big night. \n“Over the past three months\, nearly 50 SASA members have been working tirelessly to create Mehfil\, a production that truly represents who we are as a collective\,” Ganesh shares. “Our production crew\, arrangers team\, board members\, and performers have dedicated countless hours behind the scenes to bring this vision to life. Mehfil is our most ambitious endeavor yet\, and our goal is to expand our reach beyond the Berklee community.” \nSo what makes Mehfil an event you absolutely shouldn’t miss? \n“Mehfil is more than just a show—it’s a celebration of the beauty found in diversity and the power of representation. Featuring songs in eight different languages and blending traditional South Asian folk melodies with contemporary instrumentation\, Mehfil aims to highlight the rich tapestry of musical traditions that define where we come from.” \nTickets are on sale now! Grab them before they’re gone! For more details\, follow SASA on Instagram @berkleesasa URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/sasa-presents-mehfil-a-coke-studio-tribute/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SASA.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T160000 DTSTAMP:20250406T142259Z CREATED:20250401T024026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T142259Z UID:294877-1745676000-1745683200@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Global Voices in Verse DESCRIPTION:Global Voices in Verse is a monthly poetry event that brings people together to celebrate poetry from different cultures. It creates a space for cultural exchange by inviting participants to read and share poems from various languages and backgrounds. Unlike regular poetry readings\, this event encourages both poets and non-poets to explore poetry beyond their own experiences\, helping them appreciate different literary traditions. By featuring voices from around the world\, it shows how poetry can connect people across cultures.\nParticipants choose a poem—whether from a famous poet or someone less known—and read it in its original language. They then discuss or translate it so everyone can understand and enjoy it. This approach not only highlights different languages but also helps people learn about the history\, emotions\, and meanings behind the poems. Through these shared experiences\, Global Voices in Verse creates an open and welcoming environment that promotes cultural understanding and appreciation.”\nThanking you very much for helping me in this as I dont know how to post it there\, but see a section for upcoming events. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/global-voices-in-verse/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/e02009aa-85c1-479d-9b8f-a7251c1c7bc4.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T160000 DTSTAMP:20250412T005714Z CREATED:20250412T005714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T005714Z UID:295475-1745762400-1745769600@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Happy Life Adult Day Health - OPEN HOUSE & INFO SESSION DESCRIPTION:Open House & Info Session – Happy Life Adult Day Health Center\n📅 Sunday\, April 27 | 🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n📍 Academy of Creative Arts\, Burlington \nJoin us for an open house to learn about the newly launched Happy Life Adult Day Health Center — now serving seniors in our community! Tour the facility\, meet our team\, and discover how we are bringing compassionate daytime care and creative engagement to older adults. \nAll are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/happy-life-adult-day-health-open-house-info-session/ LOCATION:Academy of Creative Arts\, 12 A STREET\, BURLINGTON\, MA\, 01803\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Happy-Life-Open-House.png ORGANIZER;CN="Academy of Creative Arts":MAILTO:info@academyofcreativearts.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR