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It’s time to celebrate family, friends and good fortune. Kick off this holiday season with Diwali Family Day this Saturday, October 3rd and the annual South Street Seaport Diwali Mela this Sunday, October 4th.
Diwali Family Day is taking place at the Asia Society and will include a festive afternoon of special performances, music workshops, and arts and crafts. The schedule for the day is as follows:
Ramayana: 1:00 – 1:45 pm (Auditorium)
Performed and choreographed by Smt. Swati G Bhise accompanied by a Sanskriti orchestra ensemble.
Activities from 1:00 – 4:00 pm (8th Floor)
Create a Diya Workshop: Learn about the significance of the diya while making your very own to take home.
Play the Tabla: A celebration is not complete without music to fill the air! Try your hands at playing the tabla with a professional tabla player.
Design a Diwali Greeting Card: Exchange warm wishes with loved ones with a lovely hand-made greeting card.
Try a Traditional Indian Sweet: During Diwali, sweets are often kept on hand and served all day long when expected or unexpected guests come to visit.
Make a Flower: Flowers and flower motifs, which symbolize life and prosperity, are frequently used during Diwali to adorn homes and pay homage to the gods.
The Diwali Mela is the second biggest Indian themed event in New York with festivities including cultural music and dance, vendors selling jewelry and clothing, and food from numerous regions. Don’t miss the grand finale fireworks display after sunset.
We can’t imagine a better way to enjoy the weekend!
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