Nepali Events in the U.S.

Events - February 2007

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Jan - Mar 2007
NYC, NY - ESL class for Nepali women (organized by Adhikaar.

Feb 3, 2007 (Saturday)
NYC, NY - NSSP (Network of Sherpa Students and Professionals) is organizing an educational field trip to the American Museum of Natural History

Feb 11, 2007 (Sunday)
Brookings, SD - Cultural Show - Nepal Nite

Feb 16, 2007 (Friday)
NYC, NY - Shivaratri puja at Divya Dham Mandir

Feb 17, 2007 (Saturday)
Irving, TX - Grand Shiva Ratri & Valentine Nite - Irving, TX - Grand Shiva Ratri & Valentine Nite - Irving, TX.
NYC, NY - Sherpa Lhoser party 2007.

Feb 18, 2007 (Sunday)
Herdon, VA - Celebration - Tamang Lhosar.

Washington, DC - Third Winter Literary Program, INLS DC Chapter. Please click here for details

Feb 23, 2007 (Friday)
Irving, TX - Party - Losar 2134 Celebration.
Minneapolis, MN - Dance Party - Shiva Ratri 07.

Feb 24, 2007 (Saturday)
Golden, CO - LHOSAR PARTY.
Seattle, WA - Sherpa New Year ( LOSAR ) 2007.

Feb 28, 2007 (Wednesday)
NYC, NY - PeopleKoBot Series - The Role of Religion in the Reconstruction of Nepal" by Chinta Mani Yogi.

Mar 10, 2007 (Saturday)
Omah, NE - NNS Interstate Basketball Tournament.

Mar 17, 2007 (Saturday)
Fairfax, VA - NepalFest - Live in Concert.
NYC, NY - Dohori Sanjh - Langhali Dohori Sanjh.

Apr 14, 2007 (Saturday)
Omaha, NE - Nepali New Year Celebration.

Apr 21, 2007 (Saturday)
Seattle, WA - Nepali New Year 2064 B.S. Celebration.

May 12, 2007 (Saturday)
Omah, NE - Married Vs. UnMarried Soccer Championship.

Aug 11, 2007 (Saturday)
Omah, NE - NNS Golf Tournament 2007.

Sep 8, 2007 (Saturday)
Omah, NE - Summer Picnic.

Sep 29, 2007 (Saturday)
Omah, NE - Ping Pong Tournament.

Oct 7, 2007 (Sunday)
Omah, NE - General Board Meeting of Nepalese in Nebraska (NNS).

Oct 20, 2007 (Saturday)
Omah, NE - Dashain Tihar Sanjh.

Events - January 2007

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Jan - Mar 2007
NYC, NY - ESL class for Nepali women (organized by Adhikaar). Please click here for details

Jan 20, 2007 (Saturday)
Boston, MA - Spiritual Discourse with Chintamani Yogi
Seattle, WA - Raju Lama, Nima Rumba, Mingma...

Jan 21, 2007 (Sunday)
Los Angeles, CA - Lhosar Night 2007
Baltimore, MD - BANA General Meeting
Washington, DC - Nepali Feature Film "BASAIN" Show

Jan 26, 2007 (Friday)
Edison, NJ - “Dinner & Dance ’’ in New Jersey (Fund Raising for Global Reach International)

Jan 27, 2007 (Saturday)
NYC, NY - Darjeeling Kanchanjanga Nite
Oakton , VA - Focus Group Discussion - "Key Challenges for the Nepali Immigrant Community"

Jan 28, 2007 (Sunday)
Washington, DC - Free Medical Clinic to the Nepali Community

Events Calendar (May-June 2006)

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Upcoming Events

Thursday, May 25, 2006
Omaha, NE – Ping Pong Tournament.

Saturday, May 27, 2006
Arlington, VA – Birthday Yuga Kavi Laureate Poet Sidhhi Charan Shrestha.

Saturday-Sunday, May 27-28, 2006
Seattle, WA – 3 Summits for Nepal's Children.

Sunday, May 28, 2006
Towson, MD – The Labor Rights Of Immigrants In Maryland.
Washington, DC – NOA (Newah Organization of America) Fifth Annual Convention.

Wednesday, May 31, 2006
New York City, NY – "Defining Comfort", A Movie by Young Nepali Filmmaker.

Past Events

Saturday, May 6, 2006
Boston, MA –Constituent Assembly, Republicanism vs Monarchy and Constitutional Amendments. Please click here for details.
Minneapolis, MN – Nepali Language Class. Please click here for details.
New York City, NY – Nepali Mandir Presents “Bajan Kirtan & Satsang”. Please click here for details.

Sunday, May 7, 2006
New York City, NY – Aitabare Mela at Nepali Mandir. Please click here for details.

Saturday, May 13, 2006
New York City, NY – Nepali Mandir Celebrates Buddha Jayanti. Please click here for details.
Potomac, MD – IHI (Belbibaha) Ceremony. Please click here for details.
Washington, DC A Night With Ang Tsering Sherpa. Please click here for details.

Sunday, May 14, 2006
Omaha, NE – Bal KaryaKram. Please click here for details.

Monday, May 15, 2006
Boston, MA – “Dambhu Sanjh”. Please click here for details.

Thursday, May 18, 2006
New York City, NY – Endgame in Nepal: Crisis Averted?. Please click here for details.

Saturday, May 20, 2006
Fairfax, VA – The Nepali School "Spring Festival". Please click here for details.
Minneapolis, MN – Nepali Language Class. Please click here for details.
New York City, NY – Nepal at the Crossroads: Restructuring the State and Indigenous Nationalities (Janajati). Please click here for details.

Sunday, May 21, 2006
Gaithersburg, MD – Yard Sale to help families of Martyrs during pro-Democracy movement in Nepa. Please click here for details.
Washington, DC –AN INVITATION FOR INTERESTING LITERARY INTERACTION. Please click here for details.

Previous Months' Calendars
April 2006

Gaithersburg, MD - Fund Raising Yard Sale to Help Pro-Democracy Martyrs

2006-05-21T06:59:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: America-Nepal Women Association of Greater Washington, D.C. (ANWA) is organizing a fund raising Yard Sale To help families of Martyrs during pro-Democracy movement in Nepal
Date: May 21, 2006
Time: 8:00am - 4:00pm Local Time
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Contact: Sunita Siwakoti, (240) 506 3477
Fee:NA

The Program
Please support families of Martyrs of Pro-Democracy Movement in Nepal. Your charitable contribution - from cleaning out your closets, cabinets and storage, and donating your items - is tax deductible. Come to our yard sale, help us out, meet dedicated volunteers.

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Washington DC - Literary Interaction To Honour Nepali Poet Bimal Koirala

2006-05-21T06:47:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: An Invitation For Interesting Literary Interaction To Honour Nepali Poet Bimal Koirala
Date: May 21, 2006
Time: 7:00pm Local Time
Location: Mt. Everest Restaurant, 1805 18 St. N.W. Washington DC
Contact: Hemanta Shrestha, (202) 463 3980
Fee:$10.00 (with Dinner)

The Program
AN EVENING WITH POET BIMAL KOIRALA
POETRY RECITATION PROGRAM
TO HONOUR NEPALI POET
BIMAL KOIRALA

VISHWA SANDESH IS ORGANIZING
POETRY RECITATION PROGRAM

POET KRISHNA GYAWALI
WILL ALSO BE PRESENT

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Fairfax, VA – The Nepali School "Spring Festival"

2006-05-20T06:01:00.001-05:00

The Schedule
Event: The Nepali School "Spring Festival"
Date: May 20, 2006
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Local Time
Location: School of Languages and Cultures of Nepal, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, VA 22124
Contact: www.nepalischool.org
Fee:NA)

The Program
We would like to invite you to participate in the Nepali School "Spring Festival" on Saturday May 20th, 2006. The program will consist of cultural performances by the students. We have forty five students this semester. This is our end of the year program before we break for summer. Our aim and objectives for this event are three-fold:

1. To showcase the talent and progress made by our dedicated students and share the school vision with the community at large.

2. To invite our sister organizations in the area to participate and exchange information with students, parents and volunteers. We have made arrangements to provide tables for vendors to display their literature, art work, cultural pieces, and business ventures. We will also have a bake sale of typical Nepali foods.

3. The members of the Unitarian Universalist Church/Montessori School facility that we occupy are eager to join in and share our eastern cultural heritage.

Please let us know if you and your organization would like to participate. We are suggesting a display booth donation of $50.00 per table. These donations will help to fund future programs for the Nepali School. Since we have limited space, requests will be on first-come basis.

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Minneapolis, MN – Nepali Language Class

2006-05-20T06:01:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali Language Class
Date: May 20, 2006
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am Local Time
Location: 5025 Knox Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Contact: Kris Fuertel, (612) 767 2260
Fee:NA

The Program
A 3 month trial language classes for both children and adults every other Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11am at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.

The following are the upcoming scheduled dates for the class
June 3
June 17
July 1 - This is the 4th of July weekend, do we want to skip or offer for those who want to come?
July 15
July 27

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New York City, NY – Nepal at the Crossroads: Restructuring the State and Indigenous Nationalities (Janajati)

2006-05-20T05:59:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepal at the Crossroads: Restructuring the State and Indigenous Nationalities (Janajati)
Date: May 20, 2006
Time: 5:00pm – 6: 00pm Local Time
Location: Theresa Lang Hall (2nd Floor), 55 West 13th Street (Between 6th and 5th Avenue), The New School
Contact: Ashok Gurung, 212 229 6812 or gurunga@newschool.ed
Fee: Free

The Program
One of the most prominent social movements to emerge in the 1990s was the indigenous people's, the janajati, movement. With the reinstatement of the parliament in late April 2006 and plans for the formation of a constituent assembly, the Janajati are presented with an opportune moment to achieve many of their goals for restructuring the state. This panel will discuss some of the key issues and questions related to the needs, the aspirations, and the challenges of the Janajati.

Om Gurung, General Secretary, Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities

Mahendra Lawoti, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Western Michigan University

Susan Hangen, Assistant Professor of Anthropology and International Studies, Ramapo College

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New York City, NY – Endgame in Nepal: Crisis Averted?

2006-05-18T07:18:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Endgame in Nepal: Crisis Averted?
Date: May 18, 2006
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Local Time
Location: Asia Society, 725 Park Avenue at 70th Street, New York
Contact:(212) 517 8315
Fee:$10 (member), $15 (non-member)

The Program
Speakers
Mahendra Lawoti, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Western Michigan University
Tamrat Samuel, Senior Political Affairs Officer, United Nations

Kanak Mani Dixit, Editor, Himal Southasian

After weeks of vociferous, country-wide pro-democracy demonstrations daily life in Kathmandu and the rest of Nepal is gradually creeping back to normal after King Gyanendra agreed to restore the elected parliament, which he had suspended four years ago. The reinstatement of the dissolved House has for the time being not only averted what could have been a more violent showdown, but also renewed hope for the establishment of a secure, peaceful, inclusive and democratic Nepal. The parties are now preparing for the unenviable challenge of maintaining peace, drafting a new constitution, co-opting the Maoist insurgents, and determining a role for the king, all of which will shape the future of Nepal. Join us to discuss Nepal’s new political landscape, examine the prospects and challenges for continued peace and restoring democratic norms, explore the root causes of the decade-old Maoist insurgency and ways to address their concerns, among other urgent tasks.

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Reference
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Boston, MA – “Dambhu Sanjh”

2006-05-15T11:34:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: “Dambhu Sanjh”
Date: May 15, 2006
Time: 7:00pm – 1:00am Local Time
Location: Anthony Hall, Highland Ave, Somerville, MA
Contact:
Fee:$20

The Program
To celebrate Buddha Jayanti, Boston Tamang Community organizes “Dambhu Sanjh”

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Omaha, NE – Bal KaryaKram

2006-05-14T11:48:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Bal KaryaKram
Date: May 14, 2006
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30pm Local Time
Location: 4706 N 150th St, Omaha, NE 68116
Contact: Anurakta Shrestha, 403 4383
Fee: NA

The Program
For details, please click here

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Washington, DC – A Night With Ang Tsering Sherpa

2006-05-13T09:23:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: A Night With Ang Tsering Sherpa
Date: May 14, 2006
Time: 7:00pm Local Time
Location: Mt. Everest Restaurant, 1805 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009
Contact: Hemanta Shrestha, (202) 577 3897
Fee: $20

The Program
Vishwa Sandesh & Mt. Everest Restaurant Proudly Present A Night with Ang Tsering Sherpa A first journalist who set foot on top of Mt. Everest

Ang Tsering Sherpa is a scribe with the Kathmandu-based Nepali daily Kantipur. He became the first South Asian journalist to climb Mount Everest. He has made a documentary on his successful Everest expedition entitled “Reporter on Top of the World” and has shown it in three cities of Europe. Currently, he is in USA touring different cities. he is in Ung different cities.

Vishwa Sandesh and Mt. Everest Restaurant Jointly are organizing a Night with Ang Tsering Sherpa . Mr. Sherpa will show his documentary and will answers the questions that anybody may have. Come and enjoy the night with Ang Tsering Sherpa.

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New York City, NY – Nepali Mandir Celebrates Buddha Jayanti

2006-05-13T09:18:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali Mandir Celebrates Buddha Jayanti
Date: May 13, 2006
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Local Time
Location: Nepali Mandir, 34-11 62nd Street 2nd Floor, Woodside, NY 11377
Contact: (718) 429 0313, (718) 271 3066
Fee: NA

The Program
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Potomac, MD – IHI (Belbibaha) Ceremony

2006-05-13T09:15:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: IHI (Belbibaha) Ceremony
Date: May 13, 2006
Time: NA
Location: Hare Krishna Temple, Potomac, MD
Contact: Shanti Shrestha, (301) 947 3611
Fee: NA

The Program
IHI is the most inevitable and ritual ceremony in Newah Society to retreat Newah girl at the age of 5-11 years old. IHI stands for a certain time and age. According to religious and astrological belief, IHI is an act of giving a virgin in marriage, but it is not a physical wedding. Traditionally Newah girl before the menstrual within 12 years of age should marry to a fruit of Bel tree (Aegle marmelos) at the ritual of Homa Puja by priest. The occasion is, therefore, popularly known as Belbibaha ( IHI CEREMONY).

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New York City, NY – Aitabare Mela at Nepali Mandir

2006-05-07T07:59:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event:Aitabare Mela at Nepali Mandir
Date: May 6, 2006
Time: 4:00pm – 9:00pm Local Time
Location: Lowell Nepali Mandir, 3411 62 St.2nd Floor., Woodside, NY 11377
Contact: (718) 429 0313
Fee: NA

The Program
NEPALI MANDIR welcomes you and your family to "AITABARE MELA" which is going to held on first SUNDAY of every month. This is our first installment.

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Boston, MA - Constituent Assembly, Republicanism vs Monarchy and Constitutional Amendments

2006-05-06T06:12:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Constituent Assembly, Republicanism vs Monarchy and Constitutional Amendments
Date: May 6, 2006
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Local Time
Location: Lowell House, Junior Common Room (JCR), Harvard University, Mount Auburn Street
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
Our program will be as follows:
1:00 – 1:30
Registration and Seating

1:30 – 2:00
Constituent Assembly Elections
Discussion on what it is, how we organize it and how we ensure impartiality

2:00 – 2:30
Republicanism vs Monarchy, Debate on which one we choose

2:30 – 3:30
Other Constitutional Changes
Other Constitutional Changes
Discussion on other changes like Women’s Rights, Equal Opportunity of dalits and marginalized classes, empowerment of the legislative bodies, Accountability and Transparency, Democratization of the political parties, Human Rights, Freedom of Speech, Decentralization etc.

3:30 – 4:00
Breakout Discussion

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Minneapolis, MN – Nepali Language Class

2006-05-06T06:10:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali Language Class
Date: May 6, 2006
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am Local Time
Location: 5025 Knox Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Contact: Kris Fuertel, (612) 767 2260
Fee: NA

The Program
A 3 month trial language classes for both children and adults every other Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11am at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. The following are the scheduled dates for the class.

Please mark your calendar for future events on this series
May 20
June 3
July 1 - This is the 4th of July weekend, do we want to skip or offer for those who want to come?
July 15
July 27

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New York City, NY – Nepali Mandir Presents “Bajan Kirtan & Satsang”

2006-05-06T06:08:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali Mandir Presents “Bajan Kirtan & Satsang”
Date: May 6, 2006
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Local Time
Location: 34-11 62nd Street, 2 Floor, Woodside, NY 11377
Contact: Ananta Risal, (908) 217 6752
Fee: NA

The Program
Swamiji will enlighten us on Vedanta as the art of living & tell us how it can be perused by all humans anywhere under any circumstances. Come and experience above and enjoy BHAJAN & KIRTAN by Swami Ji. Join us for Spiritual & Logical discourses, Prassadam after Arti.

Ask your religious, spiritual, yoga related questions from the Guru who has devoted his life for this wonderful cause. Let’s join together to learn more about his school, ashram and dev-land !

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Omaha, NE – Bal KaryaKram

2006-05-01T22:04:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Bal KaryaKram
Date: April 30, 2006
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30pm Local Time
Location: 4706 N 150th St, Omaha, NE 68116
Contact: Anurakta Shrestha, 403-4383
Fee: NA

The Program
For details, please click here for details

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Washington DC – Prabachan by Swami Atmananda

2006-05-01T22:03:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: NECC organizes a prabachan by Swami Atmananda
Date: April 30, 2006
Time: 4:00pm Local Time
Location: Nepali Pashupati Buddha mandir, Lanam MD
Contact: Hemanta Shrestha, (202) 577 3897
Fee: NA

The Program
Nepal Educational & Cultural Center (NECC) is organizing a Prabachan by Shree Swami Atmananda from Nepal on April 30, 2006 at 4PM in our Mandir at Lanham, MD. You are cordially invited to listen his scholarly Prabachan.

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New York City, NY – United Sherpa Associating presents “The Mount Everest Live Concert”

2006-04-29T21:21:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: United Sherpa Associating presents “The Mount Everest Live Concert”
Date: April 29, 2006
Time: 6:00pm Local Time
Location: 630 Second Avenue, NY, NY 10016
Contact: NA
Fee: $35

The Program
Performance by Samday Sherpa (star comedian and satirist), Bijaya Lama (popular pop and folk singer), Dendi Sherpa (Nepali, Sherpa and Tibetian singer) and many other Nepali and Tibetian performers.

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Omaha, NE – The Volume LIVE in Concert

2006-04-29T21:20:00.001-05:00

The Schedule
Event: The Volume LIVE in Concert
Date: April 29, 2006
Time: 6:30pm Local Time
Location: Scandinavian American Society, 7575 Crown Pont Ave, Omaha, NE 68134
Contact: (347) 527 2212
Fee: $5 (RSVP), $6 (gate)

The Program
Feathering songs from Mukti, 1974 AD, Nepathya and many more.

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San Leandro, CA – New Year Potluck

2006-04-29T21:20:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: New Year Potluck
Date: April 29, 2006
Time: 11am – 1pm Local Time
Location: San Leandro Marina, San Leandro, CA 94577
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
New Year Potluck Regional Food Assignment

NORTH BAY - Oakland/Berkeley Alameda, Martin county, Richmond, Vallejo, Pinole, Napa/Sonoma, Santa Rosa Fairfield, Davis Sacramento to bring Vegetables dish ( kauli allo ko tarkari, simi ko tarkari etc)

SOUTH BAY - San Jose - Santa Clara area , Milpitas, Gillroy to Santa Cruz to bring Achar ( aaloo ko achar, mula ko aachar, kakro ko aachar or Tomato ko aachar)

EAST BAY -San Leandro, Hayward, Union city, Fremont, Newark, Pleasaton, Concord Pleasant Hills to Tracy to bring meat dish and desert ( chicken curry, chicken ko choila etc)

SAN FRANCISCO - South San Francisco, Daily city to bring Salads, Sel Roti and Soft Drinks

PENINSULA - San Mateo, Redwood city, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale/Mountain View Deserts /sweet dish and soft drinks

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Washington DC – Prabachan by Swami Atmananda

2006-04-29T18:32:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Prabachan by Swami Atmananda
Date: April 29, 2006
Time: 4:00 pm Local Time
Location: Nepali Pashupati Buddha mandir, Lanam MD
Contact: Hemanta Shrestha, (202) 577 3897
Fee: NA

The Program
Nepal Educational & Cultural Center (NECC) is organizing a Prabachan by Shree Swami Atmananda from Nepal on April 30, 2006 at 4PM in our Mandir at Lanham, MD. You are cordially invited to listen his scholarly Prabachan.

Mahendra Karki
Chairperson, NECC

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Washington DC – Presentation On "Nepal: Sources Of Instability And Prospects For Democracy"

2006-04-26T19:19:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Presentation On "Nepal: Sources Of Instability And Prospects For Democracy"
Date: April 24, 2006
Time: 3:30pm Local Time
Location: 6137 McKeldin Library, University of Maryland, College Park, www.umd.edu/visitors
Contact: Claire Willey, (301) 405 4772
Fee: NA

The Program
This past February marked a decade since the beginning of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal, and one year since the king established direct rule over the country. Violence and the threat of violence have left no one in the country untouched, and the democratic reforms won in 1990 continue to elude the people.

In this time of dynamic challenges, and especially in light of the indefinite strike called by political parties in Nepal last weekend, I am happy to invite you to a presentation by Journalist Deepak Thapa and Sociologist Anup K. Pahari entitled:

“Nepal: Sources of Instability and Prospects for Democracy”

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Baltimore, MD – Sanjeep Pradhan Live In Concert

2006-04-23T09:25:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Sanjeep Pradhan Live In Concert
Date: April 23, 2006
Time: 7:00pm Local Time
Location: 8777 Philadelphia Rd, Rosedale, MD 21237
Contact: Pankaj, (443) 801 2248
Fee: $25

The Program
The lyrics of his famous songs - deuraliko chautarima....nasha bhitra nasha sari...

& many more….. We have so much fun stored for you, Dances, Songs, Music and much more...

Please do not miss this opportunity to witness.

contact:
Pankaj - 443 801 2248
Rabi- 443 742 1524

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Boston, MA – Nepal Solidarity Protest

2006-04-23T09:17:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepal Solidarity Protest
Date: April 23, 2006
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am Local Time
Location: The steps of MIT, 77 Mass Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139
Contact: Atul Pokharel, pokharel@mit.edu
Fee: NA

The Program
Right now, Nepal is seeing immense protests against the King of Nepal. They were begun by political parties calling for Democracy but they have mushroomed into something beyond their control. They have entered the 18th day, and hundreds of thousands of people country wide have
marched in the streets. No organizer could have predicted this- not the the political parties and not the Maoists. And they cannot control it.

Nepal has never seen anything like this in her history.

We recognize that the force that unites them is the same force that unites us here to protest. It is deeper than politics. It is the fundamental need for justice, peace and freedom from violence that we all share. In the heated political environment of the moment, this voice of our people is being hijacked and killed. The movement should not be allowed to be hijacked by any extremists either of the right or the left.

Today we are protesting respectfully and nonviolently to magnify this basic demand of us, the Nepali people. We are tired of constant violence and fear. We are tired of years of injustice. We are here as a matter of duty. Today we speak out as a million Nepali brothers, sisters, children, mothers and fathers march non-violently at home.

We are here to show solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Nepal in their call for peace and justice through non-violent protest. And we demand and end to the violence.

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Sonoma, CA – SONOMA SHERPA NIGHT with Samdey Sherpa & Others

2006-04-23T09:14:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: SONOMA SHERPA NIGHT with Samdey Sherpa & Others
Date: April 23, 2006
Time: 5:00pm Local Time
Location: Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma, CA 95476
Contact: (707) 235 1654
Fee: $35 (including dinner)

The Program
Sonoma Sherpa Society proudly presents sherpa night featuring comedian, Samdey Sherpa, singers, Dendi Sherpa, Bijaya Lama, Gombu Sherpa and others.

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Columbus, OH – New Year Party

2006-04-22T09:16:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: New Year Party
Date: April 22, 2006
Time: 5:00pm Local Time
Location: Bombay Gardens located inside the Hamilton Plaza Hotel, 2124 South Hamilton, Columbus OH 43232, (614) 861 7220
Contact: Rupa Hamal
Fee: NA

The Program
We welcome all the Nepalese across Ohio to participate in Nepali New Year Celebration. Keeping that in mind we have selected Columbus as the host city for its central location.

We need volunteers for singing and dancing and other kinds of performance to make the event enjoyable.

It is my humble request that you consider attending this event to keep our culture alive. Please register for the event in the NAOO web page (www.NAOO.org) as soon as you can.

Thanks
Rupa Hamal
President of NAOO

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Denver, CO – Nepali Students Association, UCDHSC Presents, Nepali New Year 2063

2006-04-22T09:10:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali Students Association, UCDHSC Presents, Nepali New Year 2063
Date: April 22, 2006
Time: 7:00pm – mid-night Local Time
Location: Tivoli Turn Hall, 900 Auraria Parkway, Denver, Co 80204
Contact: NA
Fee: $5 (before the event), $10 (at the door)

The Program
Please wear formal or ethnic Attire (SARI, CHUBBA, KURTHA OR DRESS AND SUITS FOR GUYS). Best Dressed Contest.

All Funding Will Go Towards Helping Build The First Nepali Temple In Colorado.

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Los Angeles, CA – ANS/CA Organizes Nepali New Year Celebration

2006-04-22T09:08:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: ANS/CA Organizes Nepali New Year Celebration
Date: April 22, 2006
Time: 7:00pm – 1:00am Local Time
Location: Columbia Hall 214, Avenue I, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Contact: Ganga Shrestha, (562) 803 9071
Fee: $5 (6-10 years), $15 (over 12 years), Free (under 6 years)

The Program
It is with great pleasure we would like to notify you all that we will be celebrating Nepali New Year 2063 on April 22nd, 2006.

The program will start at 7:00 PM and it will last until 1:00 AM with varieties of music, dance, food and drinks.

For ticket information, please contact Ganga Shrestha (562-803-9071), Gunja Pradhan (310-406-6956), Eliza Shrestha (818-782-3241) and Anuj Pradhan (310-415-3027).

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North Branch, NJ – FONNJ Invites You to “Nepali New Year Celebration Event”

2006-04-22T09:01:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali New Year Celebration
Date: April 22, 2006
Time: 6:00pm – 1:00am Local Time
Location: Raritan Valley Community College, North Branch, NJ
Contact: Tulsi Maharjan, Ph.D, tmaharja@raritanval.edu
Fee: $30 (non-members), $25 (members), $20 (students), Free (under 15)

The Program
For details, please check the website

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Raleigh, NC – Nepali New Year Celebration

2006-04-22T08:58:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali New Year Celebration
Date: April 22, 2006
Time: 2:00pm – 7:30pm Local Time
Location: Community United Church of Christ, 814 Dixie TRL, Raleigh, NC 27607
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
Here is the tentative program:
2 – 4 PM
Reception (Refreshments: Samosa, Aloo Tikki, Cookies, Drinks)

4 – 4:45
Welcome, Introduction, and NCNC updates

5 – 6:00
Catered Dinner

6 – 7:30
Cultural Program

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Seattle, WA – New Year Celebration

2006-04-22T08:56:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: New Year Celebration
Date: April 22, 2006
Time: 5:00pm – mi-night Local Time
Location: Egan Hall, 123 N 79th St., Seattle, WA 98103
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
Nepal Seattle Society celebrates Nepali New Year 2063 Bikram Sambat with many Nepali cultural dances/activities by our local talented artists and children. Please join us and enjoy the exciting Nepali cultural show including delicious Nepali dinner catered from a well-known Nepali restaurant.

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Baton Rouge, LA – Peaceful Demonstration at Louisiana State Capitol

2006-04-21T08:06:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Peaceful Demonstration at Louisiana State Capitol
Date: April 21, 2006
Time: 10:0am – 11:00am Local Time
Location: Louisiana State Capitol, Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Contact: NA
Fee: Free

The Program
We, the Nepali community and well-wishers of Nepal residing in Louisiana are holding a peaceful demonstration on Friday, April 21, 2006 at Louisiana State Capitol from 10 am to 11 am. We plan on showing our solidarity to the ongoing people’s movement in Nepal and collecting donation from all well wishers in order to help the injured protestors get medical treatment. In this context, we request all the Nepalese living in different parts of Louisiana and all well wishers from different backgrounds to join hands in opposing the inhuman suppression of people’s movement and in demanding for establishment of democratic republic in Nepal.

On the behalf of all the Nepalese and friends of Nepal, I would like to request everyone to participate in the peaceful demonstration tomorrow. I also request all to convey this message to the friends of Nepal and ask them to participate in our demonstration to show support to the ongoing movement in Nepal and to speak out for democracy and human rights in Nepal.

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Washington DC – CAPITOL HILL RALLY to show our SOLIDARITY With Nepali People for LOKTANTRIK NEPAL

2006-04-21T08:02:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: CAPITOL HILL RALLY to show our SOLIDARITY With Nepali People for LOKTANTRIK NEPAL
Date: April 21, 2006
Time: Noon – 3 pm Local Time
Location: Capitol Hill South Lawn (Facing Mall), Washington, DC 20003
Contact: Ron Sitoula, (301) 266 0023
Fee: Free

The Program
We will also be doing a fund raiser during the rally to pay for the medical care of the victims of recent demonstrations in Nepal.

For further details, please contact:
Rajendra Oli, 703-931-1480
Prem Sangraula, 703-356-3874
Dr. Balaram Aryal, 301-448-3452
Bashanta Shrestha, 703-528-4848
Ron Sitoula, 301-266-0023
Madhavi Karki, 703-421-7725
Surya Gautam, 571-331-2078
Prakash Rai, 703-243-8950
Lekhnath Bhandari, 703-527-6754
Subhash Joshi, 703-569-0968

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Boston, MA – Nepal-US Indigenous Peoples’ Forum

2006-04-19T06:10:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepal-US Indigenous Peoples’ Forum
Date: April 19, 2006
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm Local Time
Location: Geological Lecture Hall# 100, Harvard University
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
Nepal-US Indigenous Peoples' Forum (www.nipforum.org) and Harvard University, Department of Sanskrit and Indian Studies (www.fas.harvard.edu/~sanskrit), will co-sponsor the “First Roundtable on Nepalese Indigenous Peoples' Issues” on April 19, 2006 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.

We have already invited the internationally recognized sociologist Dr. Krishana B. Bhattachan currently a Chevening Fellow at the University of York, the United Kingdom. Prof. Michael Witzel, a world recognized indologist at the Harvard University, will also offer a talk.

Among other invited will include some Nepalese indigenous peoples' experts currently residing in USA. It is expected that some other western experts in Nepalese indigenous peoples' issues will also participate.

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Baltimore, MD – Nepali New Year Party

2006-04-16T09:55:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali New Year Party
Date: April 16, 2006
Time: NA
Location: Kumari Restaurant at 911 Charles Street, Baltimore MD 21201
Contact: NA
Fee: $10 (snacks included)

The Program
For more information, please contact,
Mohan Thapa, (410) 547 1600
Kapil Rana Bhat, (410) 303 9995
Dinesh Gurung, (410) 428 8123

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Boulder, CO – Cultural parade celebrate Nepal Day

2006-04-16T09:52:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Cultural parade celebrate Nepal Day
Date: April 16, 2006
Time: 1:30pm Local Time
Location: BandShell at the SE corner of crossing of Broadway and Canyon
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
Come Join the Cultural Parade & the Formal Program of Nepali Community Celebrating NEPAL DAY in Boulder & Nepali New Year 2063!

Helping Hands Health Education together with the entire Nepali community living in Colorado is planning to arrange Cultural Parade inviting Nepali people as well as American friends of Nepal to join the procession

Participants are requested, as much as possible, to wear traditional Nepali costumes representing all ethnic groups of Nepal to give a cultural glimpse to the parade. Participants who do not have Nepali costumes are also welcome to join the celebration. We also request people who have any kind of Nepali musical instrument to bring to the parade so that we can play along while walking. There will be no street closures for the occasion. Parents with smaller children are requested to bring them in traditional Nepali costumes as far as possible so that they could lead the parade. All public parking and meter parking are free on Sunday.

Program Details:
1:30 pm Gather at the open theatre in Band Shell at the SE corner of the crossing of Broadway and Canyon.
2:30 pm Parade Begins
3:30 pm Parade Ends at Band Shell
4:15 pm Assemble at Eisenhower Elementary School, for the evening program
4:30 pm Words by dignitaries followed by Nepali Cultural Program
6:00 pm Dinner

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St Paul, MN – Fund Raising Event for Pro-Democracy Volunteers

2006-04-16T09:50:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Fund Raising Event for Pro-Democracy Volunteers
Date: April 16, 2006
Time: Noon – 9:00pm Local Time
Location: Everest on Grand, 1278 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, (651) 696 1666
Contact: Padam Sharma
Fee: NA

The Program
Padam (Sharma) dai, an active member of Nepali community in Minnesota, is organizing an all-day fund-raiser on Sunday at Everest on Grand.

All the money collected that day at Everest on Grand plus any additional donations we may receive from other supporters in Minnesota will be sent to Nepal America Council (nepalcouncil.org). NAC is channeling the collected funds from around the United States to provide medical services of those wounded in current democracy reclamation campaign in Nepal.

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Denver, CO – RMFN invites you to come and celebrate “Ek Saanjh”

2006-04-15T07:45:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: RMFN invites you to come and celebrate “Ek Saanjh”
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 4:30pm MST
Location: Lake Middle School, 1820 Lowell Blvd, Denver, CO 80204
Contact: Bhuwan Shrestha. (303) 261 6337
Fee: $5, $7, $10

The Program
RMFN cordially invites you to come and celebrate “Ek Saanjh”, our annual Cultural Program for New Year 2063 on April 15th, 2006 at Lake Middle School. Enjoy the community cultural program that is presented by wide range of participants, consisting of respected adult members to emerging youngsters.

You will have an opportunity to buy delicious food provided by different venders at a reasonable price.

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Irving, TX – “Naya Barsha 2063 Sanjh”

2006-04-15T05:52:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: “Naya Barsha 2063 Sanjh”
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 8:00pm – 2:00am CST
Location: State Bank of Texas Banquet Hall, 605 Airport Fwy W, Irving, TX 75062
Contact: (817) 815 3400
Fee: NA

The Program
Come and celebrate with Dendi Sherpa, Samday Sherpa, Bijaya Lama, and more.

Post-Program Links

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Ithaca, NY – Nepali New Year Celebrations 2063 at Cornell University

2006-04-15T05:47:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepal Association at Cornell Presents Nepali New Year Celebrations 2063 at Cornell University
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 2:00pm – 6:30pm EST
Location: Martha Van Rensselaer (MVR) Hall Auditorium (MVR 166), www.cornell.edu/maps/large.cfm
Contact: Ashish Bajracharya, (607) 351 1651
Fee: Free

The Program
Come and celebrate the Nepali New Year 2063 B.S. with the Nepali Community in Ithaca. The program will feature performances by:

NEW YORK KALA MANCH

Join us for this celebration and a traditional Nepali Food!

Funded in part by the Student Activity Fee and the ISPB at Cornell University.

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Minneapolis, MN – ANMN Basketball Tournament 2063

2006-04-15T05:45:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: ANMN Basketball Tournament 2063
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 12:00pm CST
Location: 1201 University Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Contact: Sharon Shakya, (612) 423 6622
Fee: NA

The Program
For all you people who lost their brackets because you thought Duke or Connecticut would make it, don’t be disheartened quite yet! We got another round of basketball coming around the corner.

No! You will not see this on TV. Yes, you can watch it absolutely FREE!!! And this time, you could be cheering for your home team.

The Association of Nepalis in Minnesota (ANMN) is proud to organize its Second Annual New Year Basketball tournament. This is a one day event held on April 15th, 2006.

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Minneapolis, MN – ANMN present, “New Year 2063”

2006-04-15T05:43:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: ANMN present, “New Year 2063”
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 5:30pm CST
Location: Sheridan Elementary School, 1201 University Ave. N.E., Minneapolis, MN 55413
Contact: NA
Fee: $8 (members), $12 (non-members), Free (children under 6)

The Program
To celebrate the Nepali New Year, the Association of Nepalese in MN (ANMN) is organizing a special event that includes basketball tournament, a cultural program with performances from students of different universities in MN and delicious home cooked meals prepared by the families in the twin cities. You and your family/friends are cordially invited to attend this special day of celebration.

Formal attire recommended (preferably Nepali).

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Minneapolis, MN – Himalayan Vibe presents, “New Year 2063 Dance”

2006-04-15T05:42:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Himalayan Vibe presents, “New Year 2063 Dance”
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 10:00pm CST
Location: Nochee, 500 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Contact: NA
Fee: $10

The Program
Himalayan Vibe presents, “New Year 2063 Dance” to the hottest mixes from Kollywood, Bollywood, Hip-hop, Asian Electro amped up by DJ Harkay.

For the first time, featuring full laser light show.

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New York City, NY – Surahi Presents, “Nepali New Year 2063 – Nepali Saanjh”

2006-04-15T05:40:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Surahi Presents, “Nepali New Year 2063 – Nepali Saanjh”
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 7:30pm – 2:30am EST
Location: Dhaka Club, 59-15 37th Avenue, Woodside, NY 11377
Contact: NA
Fee: $30 (dinner included)

The Program
Nepali Saanjh with performance by Karma Band from Texas. And much more including Nepali dances.

All proceeds after expenses will go to needy students in Nepal.

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New York City, NY – RNS Presents New Year 2063 Nepali Cultural Program

2006-04-15T05:35:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Ridgewood Nepalese Society presents New Year 2063 Nepali Cultural Program
Date: April 15, 2006
Time: 8:30pm EST
Location: 16-16 George Street, Queens, NY 11385
Contact: Mohan Gywali, (646) 299 0447
Fee: $35 (dinner included)

The Program
Program includes Nepali songs, gazal, dance and cultural program.

Please contact,
Mohan Gywali, (646) 299 0447
Saroj Shrestha, (917) 412 8011
Khuma N. Pokhrel, (917) 292 4136

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New York City, NY – Rally for Full-Fledged Democracy in Nepal

2006-04-14T10:00:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepalese Democratic Youth Council in USA organizes “Rally for Full-Fledged Democracy in Nepal”
Date: April 14, 2006
Time: 3:00pm EST
Location: Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, New York, NY 10017
Contact: Anand Bista, (917) 442 7405
Fee: Free

The Program
Dear Nepalese Community Members and Friends of Nepal,

As you are all aware of, thousands of peaceful demonstrators have been victims of brutality perpetrated by the royal government of Nepal. Security forces have killed many demonstrators and hundreds of people are sustaining bullet injuries and many have been baton-charged and injured. Not to mention, security forces have engaged in indiscriminate beatings. Yet, more and more Nepalese people are taking to the streets, risking their lives and committed to continue the demonstration until the king's brutal regime ends and the full-fledged democracy is established.

The Nepalese community in New York would like to appeal to all of you to join a rally in front of the United Nations headquarter at given time and venue. Let's show our solidarity to the ongoing democratic movement carried out by the seven political parties and other democratic forces of Nepal. Let us also draw the attention of the international community to the human rights violation in Nepal and urge the UN and the international community to take strong actions against the king's authoritarian and brutal regime in Nepal.

We hope all of you could make this event a top priority and thank you in advance for your time and efforts in support for the ongoing movement in Nepal and your show of solidarity to the thousands of demonstrators in Nepal.

For more information please contact.
Anand Bista 9174427405
Mridula Koirala 9176046260
Dr.Tara Niraula 2124910378
Shailesh Shrestha 6463342158
Sanjaya Parajuli 9179022667
Bansha Lal Tamang 9175195223
Mohan Gyawali 6462990447
Pramod Sitaula 9176839760
Tek Gurung 9172918901
Minmar Sherpa 9172549252

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here.

New York City, NY – Meet and Greet Mrs. Yankila Sher, the State Tourism Minister of Nepal

2006-04-14T09:22:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Sherpa Kyidug announces the arrival of Mrs. Yankila Sherpa, State Tourism Minister of Nepal, to New York
Date: April 14, 2006
Time: 8:00pm EST
Location: Yeti Japanese & Nepalese Restaurant, 43-16 Queens Boulevard, Sunnyside, NY 11104, (718) 784-9384
Contact: Phurba Sherpa, (646) 241 7106
Fee: $10

The Program
It is with great pride and joy that Sherpa Kyidug; United Sherpa Association, announces the arrival of Mrs. Yankila Sherpa, State Tourism Minister of Nepal, to New York.

In Mrs. Yankila Sherpa's honor, Kyidug will be holding a reception on Friday, April 14th, 2006 beginning 8:00 P.M. at Yeti Nepalese & Japanese Cuisine, in Sunnyside, Queens. To defray the cost of dining, $10.00 per person will be collected. Drinks will be served at the Cash Bar.

Kyidug urges you to come meet this wonderful Sherpa lady, and be updated with the news from 'Home'.

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Irving, TX – A.A.D. Presents “Nepali New Year 2063”

2006-04-14T08:51:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: A.A.D. Presents “Nepali New Year 2063”
Date: April 14, 2006
Time: 10:00pm CST
Location: El-Rincon Del Viejo Mexican Restaurant, 2742 N O Connor Rd # 104, Irving, TX 75062
Contact: (214) 883 4874
Fee: $5 (women), $10 (men)

The Program
Don’t miss the finest professional belly dance show and dance to the hottest beats.

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here.

Boston, MA – GBNC presents Samday Sherpa and company

2006-04-10T05:50:00.002-05:00

The Schedule
Event: GBNC presents Samday Sherpa and company
Date: April 10, 2006
Time: 7:00pm EST
Location: www.goodtimeemporium.com
Contact: NA
Fee: $25 including dinner

The Program
Join us as we ring in the 2063 New Year with a night of performances by Nepali celebrities. Line up for the night includes performances by Samday Sherpa, Bijaya Lama and Dendi Sherpa.

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here.

New York City, NY – Kamada Ekadashi Puja

2006-04-09T07:32:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Kamada Ekadashi Puja
Date: April 9, 2006
Time: 2:30pm EST
Location: 3411 62 St Suite - 2FL, Woodside, NY-11377
Contact: Chandra Prakash Sharma, (718) 271 3066
Fee: Free

The Program
In the auspicious occasion of Kamada Ekadashi, Nepali Mandir in New York City cordially invites you for your kind presence and requests you to take part in "The Sarvajanik Puja Samaroha"

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here

Omaha, NE – Nebraska Nepalese Society Proudly Presents Annual New Year Sanjh 2063

2006-04-08T08:46:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nebraska Nepalese Society Proudly Presents Annual New Year Sanjh 2063
Date: April 8, 2006
Time: 5:00pm CST
Location: Danish Vennelyst Park, 9100 N 31st Street, Omaha, NE 68112
Contact: Rajesh Pandey, (402) 884 7084
Fee: $12 (RSVP), $15 (at the gate), Fee (kids under 10)

The Program
Program Starts at 5:00 pm and Sharp with
BBQ for Families and Friends
Performances by Friends and Families (Cultural Show)
Authentic Nepali Dinner Buffet
Open floor with DJ

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here

Washington DC – ANWA Youth Talent & Variety Show

2006-04-08T08:44:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: ANWA Youth Talent & Variety Show
Date: April 8, 2006
Time: 6:30pm EST
Location: 2900 Sutton Road, Vienna, VA 22181
Contact: Ambika Gurung, (703) 992 5882
Fee: Per person $12 Children under 5 are free

The Program
America-Nepal Women’s Association of Greater Washington, D.C. Presents “ANWA YOUTH TALENT & VARIETY SHOW 2006” to celebrate Nepali New Year 2063. Please come, enjoy & have fun!

Post-Program Links
For discussion on nepalHorizons.com, please click here.

Washington DC – Nepali New Year 2063 Celebration.

2006-04-08T08:41:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali New Year 2063 Celebration
Date: April 8, 2006
Time: 8:00pm – 2:00am EST
Location: The Front Page, Stafford Atrium, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22203
Contact: www.dmvpartynow.com
Fee: $8 with RSVP; $10 at the door

The Program
Spring is just around the corner and so is our Nepali New Year 2063. Come and celebrate on April 8th, Saturday, at The Front Page. Dance under palm trees, enjoy the sky view from the dance floor while enjoying the sounds served up by your very own Nepalese DJ's.

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here.

New York City, NY – Ram Nawami Puja

2006-04-06T06:11:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: NepaliMandir.org organizes Ram Nawami Puja
Date: April 6, 2006
Time: 4:00pm EST
Location: 3411 62 St Suite - 2FL, Woodside, NY-11377
Contact: Chandra Prakash Sharma, (718) 271 3066
Fee: NA

The Program
The first Nepali Temple in New York would like to invite everybody to the opening ceremony on the auspicious day of Ram Nawami.

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Washington DC – Announcement of Ram Nawami Celebration

2006-04-06T06:06:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: NECC invites you to celebrate RAM-NAWAMI at Pashupati-Buddha Mandir in Lanham Maryland.
Date: April 6, 2006
Time: 7:00pm EST
Location: Pashupati-Buddha Mandir in Lanham Maryland
Contact: Mahendra Karki
Fee: NA

The Program
NECC (Nepal Educational and Cultural Center) cordially invites all community members to celebrate RAM-NAWAMI at Pashupati-Buddha Mandir in Lanham Maryland on Thursday April 06, 2006.

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Kalamazoo MI – Expert addresses Nepalese economic reform

2006-04-05T07:13:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Mr. Krishna Gyawali addresses Nepalese economic reform at the Western Michigan University
Date: April 5, 2006
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm CST
Location: Room 3301 of Friedmann Hall, Western Michigan University, 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49008
Contact: Mark Schwerin, (269) 387-8400
Fee: NA

The Program
An authority on the Asian nation of Nepal and its economic reform efforts is coming to Western Michigan University to deliver a lecture next month.

Mr. Krishna Gyawali is joint secretary of the government of Nepal and the head of the Economic Affairs and Policy Analysis Division of the Ministry of Finance. He is currently a Humphrey Fellow at Michigan State University. He will discuss "The Political Economy of Reform in Nepal" from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, in Room 3301 of Friedmann Hall. The evening will begin with a reception at 6:30 p.m.

Mr. Gyawali is in charge of providing inputs for improved macroeconomic policy and management. He also serves as a liaison to the Nepal Rastra Bank and other commercial banks and institutions. During his Humphrey year, he hopes to study emerging issues in economic development, especially the merger of good macroeconomics with larger concerns of inclusive governance, social justice and equity.

Mr. Gyawali's talk is presented by the WMU Department of Political Science's Institute of Government and Politics and co-sponsored by the Haworth College of Business and the International Politics Forum.

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Monthly Calendar (April 2006)

2006-04-01T19:14:00.000-05:00

Wednesday, April 5, 2006
Kalamazoo MI – Expert addresses Nepalese economic reform at the Western Michigan University. Please click here for details.

Thursday, April 6, 2006
New York City, NY – Ram Nawami Puja. Please click here for details.
Washington DC – Announcement of Ram Nawami Celebration. Please click here for details.

Saturday, April 8, 2006
Omaha, NE – Nebraska Nepalese Society Proudly Presents Annual New Year Sanjh 2063. Please click here for details.
Washington DC – ANWA Youth Talent & Variety Show. Please click here for details.
Washington DC – Nepali New Year 2063 Celebration. Please click here for details.

Sunday, April 9, 2006
New York City, NY – Kamada Ekadashi Puja. Please click here for details.

Monday, April 10, 2006
Boston, MA – GBNC presents Samday Sherpa and company. Please click here for details.

Friday, April 14, 2006
Irving, TX – A.A.D. Presents “Nepali New Year 2063”. Please click here for details.
New York City, NY – Meet and Greet Mrs. Yankila Sher, the State Tourism Minister of Nepal. Please click here for details.
New York City, NY – Rally for Full-Fledged Democracy in Nepal. Please click here for details.

Saturday, April 15, 2006
Denver, CO – RMFN invites you to come and celebrate “Ek Saanjh”. Please click here for details.
Irving, TX – “Naya Barsha 2063 Sanjh”. Please click here for details.
Ithaca, NY – Nepali New Year Celebrations 2063 at Cornell University. Please click here for details.
Minneapolis, MN – ANMN Basketball Tournament 2063. Please click here for details.
Minneapolis, MN – ANMN present, “New Year 2063”. Please click here for details.
Minneapolis, MN – Himalayan Vibe presents, “New Year 2063 Dance”. Please click here for details.
New York City, NY – Surahi Presents, “Nepali New Year 2063 – Nepali Saanjh”. Please click here for details.
New York City, NY – RNS Presents New Year 2063 Nepali Cultural Program. Please click here for details.

Sunday, April 16, 2006
Baltimore, MD – Nepali New Year Party. Please click here for details.
Boulder, CO – Cultural parade celebrate Nepal Day. Please click here for details.
St Paul, MN – Fund Raising Event for Pro-Democracy Volunteers. Please click here for details.

Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Boston, MA – Nepal-US Indigenous Peoples’ Forum. Please click here for details.

Friday, April 21, 2006
Baton Rouge, LA – Peaceful Demonstration at Louisiana State Capitol. Please click here for details.
Washington DC – CAPITOL HILL RALLY to show our SOLIDARITY With Nepali People for LOKTANTRIK NEPAL. Please click here for details.

Saturday, April 22, 2006
Columbus, OH – New Year Party. Please click here for details.
Denver, CO – Nepali Students Association, UCDHSC Presents, Nepali New Year 2063. Please click here for details.
Los Angeles, CA – ANS/CA Organizes Nepali New Year Celebration. Please click here for details.
North Branch, NJ – FONNJ Invites You to “Nepali New Year Celebration Event”. Please click here for details.
Raleigh, NC – Nepali New Year Celebration. Please click here for details.
Seattle, WA – New Year Celebration. Please click here for details.

Sunday, April 23, 2006
Baltimore, MD – Sanjeep Pradhan Live In Concert. Please click here for details.
Sonoma, CA – SONOMA SHERPA NIGHT with Samdey Sherpa & Others. Please click here for details.

Monday, April 24, 2006
Washington DC – Presentation On "Nepal: Sources Of Instability And Prospects For Democracy". Please click here for details.

Saturday, April 29, 2006
New York City, NY – United Sherpa Associating presents “The Mount Everest Live Concert”. Please click here for details.
Omaha, NE – The Volume LIVE in Concert. Please click here for details.
San Leandro, CA – New Year Potluck. Please click here for details.
Washington DC –Prabachan by Swami Atmananda. Please click here for details.

Sunday, April 30, 2006
Omaha, NE – Bal KaryaKram. Please click here for details.
Washington DC – Prabachan by Swami Atmananda. Please click here for details.

St Paul, MN - ANWA Nepali Language Pilot Program

2006-04-01T19:13:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepali Language Pilot Program
Date: April 1, 2006
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Location: 1250 Fifield St., Falcon Height, St Paul, MN 55108
Fee: NA

The Program
An orientation program to kick off Nepali language course will be held on April 1st at CTC building of the U of M, St. Paul campus. This class is for everybody who wants to learn Nepali language. Everyone who is interested in learning Nepali is welcome to attend the meeting. We also welcome volunteers who are intersted in teaching.

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Seattle, WA - Movie: Daughters of Everest

2006-03-27T08:37:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Movie: Daughters of Everest
Date: March 26, 2006
Time: 6:00pm PST
Location: Central Cinema, 1411 21 Avenue, Seattle
Fee: NA

The Program
Nepal Seattle Society, Tasveer and The Bo M. Karlson Scholarship Presents "Daughters of Everest" on March 26, 2006, Sunday at the Central Cinema at 6pm. Please join us and enjoy this captivating documentary follows by five Sherpa women: Lakpa, Mingma, Dawa, Dolma, and Kesang Sherpa as they set out on the first-ever expedition of Sherpa women to climb Mt. Everest.

Additional Attraction: Members of Nepal Seattle Society are putting together a Nepali folk dance which is very popular in the Everest region.

Post-Program Links
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Washington DC - ANS Presents Nepal Cultural Show

2006-03-27T08:18:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: American Nepal Society invites all to a slide show on "Life in Village Nepal 30 Years Ago"
Date: March 26, 2006
Time: 2pm – 5pm EST
Location: Arlington Cental Library, 1015 N. Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22201
Contact: Dan Edwards (703) 897 5736
Fee: NA

The Program
America Nepal Society invites all to a Slide Show on: “LIFE IN VILLAGE NEPAL 30 YEARS AGO,” followed by a Beautiful Cultural Performance by performers from East and West.

Refreshments will be served at the end.
Contact Dan Edwards (703 897 5736), Bishnu Thapa (2267), Rajendra Oli (703 931 1480), Prem Sangraula (703 356 387)

Post-Program Links
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Washington DC - An Interactive Talk Program with Deuba

2006-03-27T08:10:00.001-05:00

The Schedule
Event: An Interactive Talk Program With Mr. Sher Bahadur Deuba
Date: March 26, 2006
Time: 10:30pm - 1:00pm EST
Location: Arlington Cental Library, 1015 N. Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22201
Contact: Dinesh Tripathi, (443) 854 3910
Fee: NA

The Program
You and your friends to attend an interactive talk program on the Current Nepali Situation with Mr. Sher Bahadaur Deuba (Three time Prime Minister) everyone is wellcome to join the event.

For more Information please contact;
Dinesh Tripathi (443-854-3910
Krishna Kandel (410-419-8940)
Mohan Thapa (410-493-3848)
Kiran Pantha (410-627-7121)

Post-Program Links
For pictures of the event, please click here

Boston, MA - Tax Information Session

2006-03-25T09:11:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Net-nep's Event Series – Tax Information Session
Date: March 25, 2006
Time: 1pm – 3pm EST
Location: Kirsten Living Room, Longwood Medical Center, East Campus, Boston, MA
Contact: NA
Fee: NA

The Program
Are you aware of the recent tax changes? Have you recently bought a house and interested in tax benefits it can offer? Have you recently been married and interested in knowing how to file jointly? Is this your first time doing taxes and want to have a well-informed knowledge of how to proceed

To get answer to all the above questions and to get you acquainted with US Tax laws, we have invited Mr. Shambhu Karki, a seasoned tax professional to give an hour talk, followed by an hour QA session on Saturday, March 25 at Longwood Medical Center. Please plan to attend.

Post-Program Links
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New York City, NY - A Half-Day Conference on Nepal

2006-03-22T09:18:00.000-05:00

The Schedule
Event: Nepal--The Himalayan Hotspot. From Shangri-la to…?
Date: March 22, 2006
Time: 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm EST
Location: Columbia University, Morningside Heights, International Affairs Building, Dag Hammarskjold Lounge (Room 1501)
Contact: Jenik Radon (jr2218@columbia.edu)
Fee: NA

The Program
This half-day conference will focus on the possibilities, as well as the problems or challenges, in the strategically located kingdom of Nepal today, and look at its prospects for the future. Nepalese and foreign experts and public figures from different professional fields will present their views and analyses of the political, economic and social situation in this landlocked South Asian country embedded between China and India. Mr. Sher Bahadur Deuba will make a keynote presentation. This colloquium will be hosted by Professor Jenik Radon, Harriman Institute, SIPA, Columbia University, with the support of Khagendra Gharti-Chhetry, Esquire and Chhetry & Associates. Professor Catherine Nepomnyashchy, Director of the Harriman Institute, Columbia University, will open the conference.
2:00 - 2:15:

Welcome: Catherine Nepomnyashchy, Director of Harriman Institute, Columbia University, and Khagendra Gharti-Chhetry, Esq. Chhetry & Associates, P.C
Introduction: Jenik Radon, Esq., Harriman Institute, Adj. Asst., Professor at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), Columbia University

2:15 – 3:00:

Domestic and International Balance: Turmoil (Maoists) and in between China and India

Moderator: Khagendra Gharti-Chhetry, Esq., Chhetry & Associates, P.C.
Speakers: Murari Raj Sharma, former Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Nepal to the United Nations
Dinesh Tripathi, Advocate at Nepal’s Supreme Court, Tripathi Law House, Kathmandu, Nepal

3:00 – 3:50:

A Governmental Structure for a Secure Future, Democracy and/or Royal Rule

Moderator: Tara Niraula, Senior Research Scholar and Research Director at Teachers College, Columbia University
Speakers: Amy Cohen, Assistant Clinical Professor of Law, Ohio State University
H. E. Mr. Madhu Raman Acharya, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Nepal to the United Nations

3:50 – 4:10:

Coffee/Refreshments

4:10 – 5:10:

Nepal’s Economic Place in the Sun: From Tourism to Hydropower

Moderator: Leon Weil, Former US Ambassador to the Kingdom of Nepal
Speakers: Alok K. Bohara, Professor at the Department of Economics, University of New Mexico
Surendra Devkota, Visiting Professor at the School for International Training, World Learning, Brattleboro, Vermont

5:10 – 6:10:

A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow: How Do We Get There?

Moderator: Shiva Gautam, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Director of Biostatistics, Harvard-Thorndike General Clinical Research Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
Speakers: Smita Narula, Assistant Professor of Clinical Law, Center for Human Rights and Global Justice, New York University School of Law
Arzu Rana-Deuba, Executive Chairperson of Samanata Institute for Social and Gender Issues, Kathmandu, Nepal
Deepak Thapa, journalist and writer affiliated with the Center for International Conflict Resolution, Columbia University; recipient of The Asia Foundation's William P. Fuller Fellowship in Conflict Resolution
Sam Zarifi, Research Director, Asia Department, Human Rights Watch

6:10 – 6:40:
Keynote Address: Future Perspectives, Practical Steps

Moderator: Jenik Radon, Esq., Harriman Institute, Adj. Asst. Professor at SIPA/Columbia University
Speaker: Hon. Sher Bahadur Deuba, Nepal’s Prime Minister from 1995 to 1997, 2001 to 2002, and from June 2, 2004 until February 1, 2005, Kathmandu, Nepal

6:40:
Closing Remarks:

Jenik Radon Esq., Harriman Institute, Adj. Asst. Professor at SIPA/Columbia University

This conference is sponsored by the Southern Asian Institute (SAI) with the assistance of The South Asian Graduate Students Association (SAGA).

Post-Program Links
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