26th.Annual
Indo-American Friendship Dinner
Oct 3rd. 2009
This years Dinner was dedicated to celebrate the 140th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and to pay tribute to the contributions of Senator Edward M. Kennedy. An original footage from Mahatma Gandhi’s life time was shown to mark the event and the Board of Trustees of India Forum presented a Plaque to honor Senator Kennedy. There was a traditional dance performance of Bharatnatyam followed by delicious Indian food and dessert. India Forum released a Souvenir magazine to mark this event.
You can see the photo coverage of this event on www.indiaforuminc.shutterfly.com.
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India Forum Inc's 26th Annual
INDO-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP DINNER
Celebrating 140th. Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and pay tribute to contributions of Senator Edward M. Kennedy
Saturday October 3rd, 2009
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Scottish Rite Masonic Center
3800 North Charles Street, Baltimore , MD 21218
India Forum, Inc. has successfully hosted the Indo American Friendship Dinner since two decades to demonstrate the role being played by the Indian-American community in nation building and to acknowledge the help and friendship our community has received from our elected officials and fellow Americans. Every year we have had the honor of being graced by the presence of elected officials from the state and businesses serving the community in Maryland.
Entertainment: Traditional Indian Dance Performance
Delicious Indian Food & Drinks.
Dress Code: Formal
To reserve a place or for any questions, please contact
o Praful Vani - 410 529 0306
o Deepesh Saxena - 410 818 3793
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!!NEWS FLASH!!
Comcast Local Edition TV has a one on one with India Forum Inc President Satish Rao to talk about the history and future plans of IFI and the upcoming "India Independendce Day Festival". You can watch the interview by clicking 'here' and it will be telecast on :24 and :54 past the hour, on Comcast local edition and CNN Headline News every day until Aug 14th 2009.
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India Independence Day
Festival 2009
Saturday, Aug 15, 2009 - 11:00 am to 5 pm
At Towson Circuit Court Plaza, 401 Bosley Avenue, Towson, MD.
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Enjoy the spirit of Independence day in an open air environment
* Buy your favorite Indian knick knacks
* Mehendi , Tattoos & Music
* Enjoy delicious Indian food
* Sing, dance and karaoke
* Watch budding Indian talents performing on stage
…..And lots of other attractions…
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IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SETTING UP YOUR STALL TO SELL OR ADVERTISE PLEASE CONTACT
Sailesh Desai 410 356 2685
Sakar Kawle 443 824 0592
Click on this for booking your space (stall)
Click on this for Cultural Program participation form
You will need MS Word for above 2 forms
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INDIA FORUM INC.
HOLDS ITS ANNUAL HOLI DANCE COMPETITION 2009
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Hosting its Annual Holi Dance Competition on Sunday April 12th. 2009, at the Jim Rouse Theatre Columbia Maryland, India Forum Inc, once again presented the vibrant colors, music and rich culture of India to its audience.
Attended by a gathering of around 350 people of different cultures and nationalities, the theatre was spellbound by the presentation of Folk and Bollywood dances by around 90 children competing in the Elementary, Middle and High School categories from different dance schools in Maryland and Virginia.
Artistic creations of veteran dance teachers and choreographers, executed to perfection by the participants, the 3 hr program was appreciated by the audience with comments like, “With the high quality of the performances, professional presentations by the emcees (and board members) and seamless transitions from one performance to the next; kept the audience engaged from beginning to end.”
The competition began with a Special classical group performance in Bharatnatyam style by students of Natya Kala Mandir. This was followed by the 22 dance competition items presented in the Solo and Group Categories. Judged by 4 renowned dance professionals Dr Paulomi Desai Pandya, Gita Prabhkaran, Aparna Sathe and Anjali Kulkarni, under 7 different criteria, it was a very closely fought contest. The event ended with a special classical dance performance in the Kathak style by Anjali Kulkarni.
One of the highlights of the event was that it was emceed by four highly motivated and enthusiastic youth from the community; Kirti & Harsh Khosla, Kaviksha Saxena and Sofia.
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Holi Dance Competition 2009
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Sunday, April 12th. 2009
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Jim Rouse Auditorium
Wilde Lake High School,
5460 Trumpeter Rd, Columbia Md 21044
Click here for details of the event
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Annual General body Meeting 2009
Was held on January 31st. at the
Hunt Valley Golf club in Phoenix MD
The Board of trustees are thankful to all the members who
took the time from their busy schedules to attend the meeting and provide their valuable inputs and advice.
The following members were elected
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
1. Deepesh Saxena Chairman
2. Satish Rao President
3. Udyan Khanna Vice President
4. Prasanna Kakumani Secretary
5. Praful Vani Auditor
6. Ashok Kumta Advisor
Jyoti Kumta - Legal advisor
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"Block your Calendars to Celebrate the friendhip of
The Worlds Largest Democracies"
INDIA FORUM INC.
IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE ITS HOSTING OF
THE 26th ANNUAL
INDO-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP DINNER 2008
on
Saturday, OCTOBER 25th.
At
Scottish Rite Masonic Center
3800 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
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Click here for details of the event and tickets
OR
please send an email to
Or call
Deepesh Saxena : 410 818 3793
Satish Rao : 410 842 3288
Govind Sullibhavi : 443 286 5387
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SUMMER 2008 - Prince Charming Cruise
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THANK YOU ALL FOR THE OVERWHELMING RESPONSE
......................THE CRUISE IS NOW SOLD OUT.....................
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Incase you were unable to get the information of this Cruise in time, and would like to know about our future events, you can register Online as a member of IFI. Our event information and newsletter will be emailed to you as soon as it is announced.
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Book Now! Limited Seating! Discounted Tickets!
Exclusive Cruise - Baltimore Inner Harbor
Date: Saturday July 12th, 2008
Great Opportunity for all Members, Non-members, Patrons and Would-be members to come together and celebrate the Successes & Visions of India Forum and the Indian community.
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Limited seating. Life Members get first preference. Then it will be opened on a first come first serve basis. If interested, please RSVP at contact@indiaforuminc.org. Check ( in favor of ‘India Forum Inc.) needs to be mailed by June 22nd at the address given below. Seat will be booked after receiving payment. IFI confirmation required for Boarding.
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BILLIONAIRES IN CULTURE, TRADITION AND HERITAGE TOO….,
INDIA FORUM INC
REVEALS THIS RICHNESS OF INDIA
In Columbia MD
Hosting its Annual Holi Dance Competition on Saturday March 29th., India Forum Inc presented the vibrant colors, music and costumes of India. A gathering of around 350 people at the Jim Rouse Theatre in Columbia Maryland were spellbound by the presentation of Folk and Bollywood dances by children competing in the Elementary, Middle and High School categories.
Around 80 Participants from different dance schools in Maryland and Virginia executed artistic creations of veteran dance teachers and choreographers to perfection.
The program was appreciated by the audience with comments like, “ This program has really set the bar very high”.
The competition was followed by an exquisite show of traditional Indian costumes by members of the community. Wives and children from families and friends put together this spectacular walk, with ramp like professionalism, to the tunes from India music maestros.
Not to forget the deliciously spicy Indian snacks that were served during the break, to keep the fun going in this 3 hr show.
More
More photos will follow in the Events section
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HOLI DANCE COMPETITION 2008
Indian Folk dance competition
And
Fashion show
On
MArch 29th 2008
At
Jim Rouse Theatre
Wilde Lake High School
5460 Trumpeter Rd,
Columbia MD
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The Board of Trustees of IFI would like to
invite all its members to the
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ANNUAL
GENERAL BODY MEETING 2008
To be held on
Sunday, Feb 10, 2008
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
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CLIPPER ROOM
Days Inn Hotel
9615, Deereco Road
Timonium, MD 21093
Agenda:
2:30 - 2:45 pm Reception -Tea/Coffee
2:45 - 3:15 pm Keynote address
3:15 - 4:30 pm General Body Meeting
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INDIA DAY 2007
Glimpse into cultures of India
TREAT YOUR SENSES
to the riches of Indian
Sounds Visuals and Tastes
Join us for
an Evening of Classical & Regional dances , Instrumental Music and maybe a touch of Bollywood.
A Colorful presentation
with a touch of class
followed by a variety of Indian dishes to leave with that lingering taste of India
Sunday Oct 28, 2007
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
AT
Jim Rause Auditorium,
Wilde Lake High School
5460 Trumpeter Rd, Columbia, MD
Entry Fee : $ 10 per person
Food Included
Tickets available at Indian Grocery stores or at the Theatre Box office (Space is limited)
Deepesh Saxena : 410 818 3793
Satish Rao : 410 842 3288
Email : contact@indiaforuminc.org
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25th..Annual
INDO AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP DINNER
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The Silver Jubilee dinner will be held on
Sunday, 7th. October 2007
6.00 PM
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Constellation Room
World Trade Center, Inner Harbor, Baltimore
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If you would like to obtain an invite please contact us at secretary@indiaforuminc.org
Seats are limited and Food is great
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HOLI DANCE COMPETITION 2007
PHOTOS PUBLISHED IN THE EVENTS SECTION
We will be happy to email them to you. You can also download them from the online album by doubleclicking the photo and selecting the download icon on top of that window.
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ELECTIONS - 2007
IFI Elected their new Board of Trustees for 2007 in the
Annual General Body Meeting
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