BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//INDIA New England News - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20250503T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T193000 DTSTAMP:20250426T022432Z CREATED:20250426T022432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T022432Z UID:297011-1746289800-1746300600@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Musical Evening “Savera” to Support Snehalaya’s Work for Women and Children on May 3 DESCRIPTION:On May 3\, 2025\, local singer Pankaj Shah and his wife Mona Shah will host a special musical evening titled Savera\, bringing together eight prominent singers from the New England area to support the non-profit organization Snehalaya. \nThe event\, which will be held at the Keefe Regional Tech auditorium in Framingham\, MA\, is designed to raise funds for Snehalaya’s efforts to combat inequality\, cruelty\, and discrimination against women and children. \nThe evening will feature an array of local talent\, with performances by Meena Sundaram\, Shraddha Agrawal\, Sharanya Sarkar Verma\, Mona Shah\, Raghu Saranathan\, Sankar Gangaikondan\, Vijay Kumar\, and Pankaj Shah. The concert promises to be a night of uplifting music and poetry\, with all proceeds benefiting Snehalaya’s initiatives. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/musical-evening-savera-to-support-snehalayas-work-for-women-and-children-on-may-3/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Savera-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T210000 DTSTAMP:20250428T004909Z CREATED:20250428T004909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T004909Z UID:297090-1746291600-1746306000@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:AIF New England Appreciation Event on May 3 DESCRIPTION:An unforgettable evening of purpose\, philanthropy\, and community awaits Bostonians as the American India Foundation (AIF) New England Chapter gears up for its much-anticipated Annual Appreciation Event\, set to take place on Saturday\, May 3\, 2025\, at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel in Boston’s Seport district. \nKicking off at 5:00 PM\, the event is expected to draw a vibrant crowd of changemakers\, donors\, and community leaders dedicated to uplifting lives in India. \nAt the heart of this year’s celebration are AIF New England Advisory Board Chairs Meena and Sundar Subramanyam\, who have passionately called on the community to come together in support of AIF’s transformative mission. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/aif-new-england-appreciation-event-on-may-3/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/AIF-2025-Flyer-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T200000 DTSTAMP:20250401T023940Z CREATED:20250401T023940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T023940Z UID:294860-1746817200-1746820800@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:"How Meditation Can Transform Your Life" - Free Lecture and Guided Meditation presented by Boston Center of Self Realization Fellowship on Friday May 9 2025 at Old South Church in Boston DESCRIPTION:“How Meditation Can Transform Your Life” is the theme of a free\, public talk on the yoga teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda (Autobiography of a Yogi) on the evening of Friday\, May 9th at Old South Church\, Boston. \nBrother Jayananda\, a monk of Self-Realization Fellowship for more than 40 years\, will offer an introduction to India’s timeless Yoga science\, providing practical ways to cultivate greater happiness in everyday life. \n“Yogananda said that\, with the practice of meditation\, one can learn ‘to carry a portable paradise within’ — meaning that as we go through life\, we can consciously experience a peace and joy within our beings no matter where we are or what we are doing. Could there be any greater gift or talent that we could attain in life?” says Brother Jayananda. \nThe evening will include a guided meditation for attendees to experience the benefits of meditation for themselves. \nAll are welcome — no previous meditation experience required. For more information about the free public talk and guided meditation\, please visit yogananda.org/bostontour or email: boston.srf@gmail.com \nFor information about the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and his international organization Self-Realization Fellowship\, please visit yogananda.org. \nSign up for free: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-meditation-can-transform-your-life-tickets-1123555688309?aff=ebdssbdestsearch URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/how-meditation-can-transform-your-life-free-lecture-and-guided-meditation-presented-by-boston-center-of-self-realization-fellowship-on-friday-may-9-2025-at-old-south-church-in-boston/ LOCATION:old south church\, 645 Boylston Street\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SRF_Boston_TourAd_JPEG_300x250.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Self Realization Fellowship Boston":MAILTO:boston.srf@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T200000 DTSTAMP:20250322T023037Z CREATED:20250322T023037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T023037Z UID:294320-1746889200-1746907200@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Hindu Heritage Day DESCRIPTION:Sat\, May 10th\, 2025; 3 to 8 PM; Hindu Heritage Day;  Location: Marlborough Middle School\, 25 Union St\, Marlborough\, MA \n3 PM: Submit painting contest entry (Registration at https://forms.gle/UeXZNUhRBofyHj727) \nActivities include Kite flying\, food\, mela\, cultural program\, shopping\, photo booth\, books\, non-profit booths (please see the attached flyer). \nGroups/Schools interested in presenting a cultural item should register early at https://forms.gle/pcGm2XzTNfHiqwR6A \nVendors/organizations interested in booth should register early at https://forms.gle/eTF12CqjPbmBehFR9 URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/hindu-heritage-day/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Hindu-Heritage-Day-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T203000 DTSTAMP:20250508T010834Z CREATED:20250508T010834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T010834Z UID:297934-1747162800-1747168200@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:A conversation with Hema Malini at MITHAS on May 13 DESCRIPTION:From Spotlight to Front Line: A conversation with Hemamalini \nTuesday May 13\, 7PM \nThomas Tull Concert Hall \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\nJoin us for an inspiring evening with the multi-talented Hema Malini — renowned dancer\, actress\, and politician — as she shares her remarkable journey. In this interactive fireside chat\, you’ll hear firsthand how each chapter of her life has shaped the others and how she has transformed challenges into opportunities. \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, May 13\, 7:00 PM\n📍 Location: MIT Thomas Tull Concert Hall\n🎟 Free event — limited seats! Registration required URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/a-conversation-with-hema-malini-at-mithas-on-may-13/ LOCATION:MIT Thomas Tull Concert Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hema-Malini-MIthas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T220000 DTSTAMP:20250412T005752Z CREATED:20250412T005752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T005752Z UID:295555-1747425600-1747432800@indianewengland.com SUMMARY:Indian Ocean Concert : May 16\, 2025 | 8pm | Somerville Theater DESCRIPTION:Association for India’s Development\, Boston chapter\, Sneh Arts and Marvan Entertainment are proud to present: \nIndian Ocean :: LIVE in Boston\nThe Celebration Tour: Celebrating 35 years of Music\, Magic and Memories \nDATE: Friday\, May 16\, 2025\, 8pm | Doors Open: 7pm\nLOCATION: Somerville Theater\, 55 Davis Square\, Somerville\, MA 02144\nCONCERT DETAILS/TICKETS: https://www.aidevents.org\nFACEBOOK EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/484845814357788 \nAbout Indian Ocean: Pioneers of Indian Fusion Rock\nIndian Ocean is not just a band; it’s a movement. Since their inception in 1990\, they’ve redefined Indian music\, merging Indian classical traditions with rock\, jazz\, and folk influences. Their journey is a testament to innovation\, passion\, and the transformative power of music. \nCelebrating 35 Years of Musical Brilliance\nJoin us in honoring the Indian Ocean’s remarkable 35-year journey—an odyssey that has left an indelible mark on the Indian and global music landscape. This tour is a tribute to their legendary career\, celebrating their groundbreaking compositions and enduring legacy. \nAbout Association for India’s Development:\nAssociation for India’s Development (AID) is a volunteer movement promoting sustainable\, equitable and just development. AID supports grassroots organizations in India and initiates efforts in sustainable agriculture\, healthcare for all\, women’s empowerment\, education\, safeguarding the environment and ending gender\, caste and class based discrimination. Donations to AID are tax-deductible in the USA. We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization with tax ID 04-3652609. We have a 100% score with a 4 Star rating from Charity Navigator. URL:https://indianewengland.com/event/indian-ocean-concert-may-16-2025-8pm-somerville-theater/ LOCATION:Somerville Theater\, 55 Davis Square\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://indianewengland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IOBostonPosterLtrFormatPNG.png ORGANIZER;CN="Association For India's Development%2C Boston Chapter":MAILTO:president@aidboston.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR