Inaugural Function for Hindu Heritage Month 2024
2024-10-06 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Please join us online to kick-off this year’s Hindu Heritage Month celebrations in style! Padma Bhushan Dr. David Frawley ji will be gracing the occasion as our chief guest. There will also be an award ceremony to recognize the lifetime contributions of several stalwarts of the Hindu American society.

Savitur Gayatri Sadhana Seminar
2024-10-12 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Jai Sri Hari.
We are from Vedic Sadhana Foundation – a not-for-profit initiative with a base in India founded by Om Swami. We at Vedic Sadhana Foundation are working towards preserving age-old Vedic rituals that are fading with time. Sadhana App is our Vedic product – an App to learn and perform Sadhanas just like Rishis did in ancient times. To make Sadhana App a household affair, our founder Om Swami has curated ’Mantra Siddha Program’ where our team handholds sadhaks who wish to learn and perform mantra sadhanas. We tour whole of India and have also done online Sadhana Shivirs for the interest participants of USA and Canada. And the USP of Mantra Siddha Program is that it is free of cost for everyone. There are no registration or participation fees at all.

Dassera Pooja
2024-10-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | 4018 Westhollow pkwy, 4018 Westhollow pkwy, Houston, Texas, United States
Dassera was celebrated by Aayudh Pooja followed by a dance by kids (3-7yrs old)of Kusum Sharma group and taking over by new committee at Houston chapter which will be known as ”vhp-a Greater Houston chapter”.
Videos
C:\Users\djosh\Downloads\Ganesh Vandana by Kusun Sharmaji group.mp4

Webinar: Challenges/Identity crisis faced by the Gen Z youth and how to address it effectively?
2024-10-16 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Vandemataram Sacramento presents :
Hindu Heritage Month 2024
Session #3 ( for whole family)

*Topic:* _*Challenges/Identity crisis faced by the Gen Z youth and how to address it effectively?*_

*Presenters*:
*Amruta Houde* – _Georgia Tech, Boston & Columbia alumnus & full time volunteer for the Hindu society based out of Seattle, WA!_ ,
&
*Prajna Woonnimani*, _Medical student at Oregon Health Sciences University_

*Date:* Wednesday 10/16/24,
*Time:* 8:00PM PST
*Zoom:* https://tinyurl.com/SacHHM2024

Here from the esteemed speakers about the various challenges faced by Hindu Gen Z youth and how to address them effectively, such as

1.⁠ ⁠Cultural identity and preservation
2.⁠ ⁠Balancing tradition & modernity
3.⁠ ⁠Stereotyping & misconceptions about Hinduism
4. Social media’s impact on self-perception
5. Navigating spirituality in a secular world
6.⁠ ⁠Bullying and discrimination
7.⁠ ⁠Mental health & wellness
8.⁠ ⁠Finding role models & community

**Please mark your calendars and join us.**
_Also share with your high school and college students_

DISHA USA Diwali Gala
2024-10-18 18:30 (America/Chicago) | 9550 W Bellfort Ave, 9550 W Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX, 77031, United States

Special Puja for students from update NY schools/universities
2024-10-19 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | 120 Pinnacle Road, 120 Pinnacle Road, Pittsford , Newyork, 14534, United States

Annual 5K Walk
2024-10-20 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 4780 Webb Bridge Road, 4780 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, 30005, United States Minor Outlying Islands
Hindu Women’s Network Atlanta Chapter hosts 5K Walk to support local women’s shelter ‘The Drake House’. Funds that are raised are donated to the shelter to mark Hindu Heritage Month

एष धर्मः सनातनः
2024-10-20 11:00 - 2024-11-05 00:00 (America/Chicago)
A special lecture in Samskritam to commemorate Hindu Heritage Month 2024
– by Sri Shreesh Deopujari (Akhil Bharatiya Samparka Pramukh, Samskrita Bharati)
Videos

Deepawali Sneha Milan
2024-10-23 18:00 - 22:00 (Asia/Bangkok) | Holiday Inn Sukhumvit 22, Holiday Inn Sukhumvit 22, Bangkok, Thailand
Vishwa Hindu Parishad Association Thailand
Presents
Deepawali – A Festival of Lights and Joy
Join us for an unforgettable celebration filled with exciting activities
– Original Raghupati Raghav Rajaram!
– Skits on Deepawali
– Traditional Folk Dances of Bharat
Mark your calendar and Join us on 23 October 2024 at 6:00 PM onwards to celebrate Deepawali like never before at Hotel Holiday Inn Sukhumvit Soi 22

Empowered Hindu Women: Discovering the inherent potential within us* _Life experience / story sharing by women achievers
2024-10-23 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
🕉️
After three highly successful events, Vandemataram Sacramento presents :
Hindu Heritage Month 2024
Session #4 ( for whole family)
Topic: Empowered Hindu Women: Discovering the inherent potential within us – Life experience / story sharing by accomplished women
Presenters:
– Smt. Sabita Hebbar – Mother, Teacher, National Coordinator of Women of a grassroots level Hindu Organization
– ⁠*Smt. Vina Parmar* – MBA, Founder Awakening Creative Arts, Meditation instructor at Amma (The Hugging Saint), Certified Mandala Healing Facilitator & Clinical Hypnotherapist
– Smt. Anjali Patel – Mother, National Co-Coordinator of Sajag Parivar or Mindful Family Initiative (formerly known as Kutumb Prabodhan)
Moderators:
Rajat n Mansi Mahajan
Date: Wednesday 10/23/24,
Time: 8:00PM PST
Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/SacHHM2024
In Hindu culture, women, play a pivotal role in
1.⁠ ⁠Preserving cultural heritage and values
2.⁠ ⁠Managing household and family responsibilities
3.⁠ ⁠Nurturing children and shaping their character
4.⁠ ⁠Maintaining family relationships and social bonds
5.⁠ ⁠Participating in decision-making processes
6.⁠ ⁠Contributing to economic stability
7.⁠ ⁠Upholding family traditions and rituals
8.⁠ ⁠Providing emotional support and care
_Let’s learn from the inspiring experiences by our esteemed presenters, how they successfully play various roles of *Maa, Beti, Didi, Patni, Dadi & become the embodiment of Lakshmi, Saraswati & Durga* to stabilise the harmonious community._
**Please mark your calendars and join us**
Dhanyawad 🙏

VHPA CyberSatsang- Celebrating Diwali
2024-10-23 21:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Spiritual community gathering via zoom to celebrate Diwali based on people’s experiences, learning lessons from Ramayana led by a beautiful Bhavgeet.

VHPA New Jersey Chapter proudly announced Vishal Mata k Chawki with famous singer Sh. Paras Narang
2024-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | 1 Ved Mandir Drive, Milltown, NJ, 1 Ved Mandir Drive, Milltown, NJ, United States
Click here to register

India - A Timeless Civilization or a British Construct
2024-10-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
India – A Timeless Civilization or a British Construct
Speaker: Amish Tripathi, author, former diplomat, and broadcaster

Ayurveda for Everyone, Everyday
2024-10-27 09:00 - 2024-11-01 00:00 (America/New_York)
Ayurveda is the intellectual heritage of India and most ancient system of medicine that has been continuously been in practice. It is a way of life and can be practiced by everyone. Ayurveda is holistic in its approach and addresses mind, body and spirit. It considers us a part of this universe and when there is a connection, balance and harmony with in which is in connection, balance and harmony with outer environment, we live a life of health and wellbeing. Learn in this video how Ayurveda can help you protect your health, enhance wellbeing and promote positive health, and you can practice Ayurveda everyday.
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India Heritage Fest
2024-10-27 10:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | 120 pinnacle rd, 120 pinnacle rd, Pittsford , Newyork , 14534, United States

Ayurveda for Everyone, Every Day
2024-10-31 10:00 - 2024-11-01 00:00 (America/New_York)
A brief history and description, some things which can be incorporated into our daily lives to improve our health.

Shree Sundarkaand Path
2024-11-02 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 1318 Victory Boulevard, 1318 Victory Boulevard , Staten Island , New York , 10301, United States
A spiritual and powerful prayer from Chapter 5 of Ramayana, of Hanumanji and his devotion and dedication to finding Sita in Lanka.
It will be recited by the temple members. All are welcome and invited to join.

पवित्रा संस्कृतिः अविच्छिन्ना परम्परा च​
2024-11-03 11:00 - 2024-11-05 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Commemorating – Hindu Heritage Month 2024
Concluding Speech in Samskritam by Sri Chamu Krishna Shastry
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Krishna Shastry Mahodaya's Speech program
2024-11-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual

Balvihar Food Donations
2025-09-17 10:00 - 2025-10-15 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Balvihar students collected food donations for Pitru paksha, Dry foods cans, pasta etc was collected by each family. this was donated to Atlanta Food Bank during month of October as part of HHM.

AI Isn’t Neutral: Politically correct at best, Hindu-phobic at worst
2025-10-01 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
📌 Discussion Highlights
• AI Isn’t Neutral: Politically correct at best, Hindu-phobic at worst
• The problem of selective storytelling in generative AI
• Mechanisms of bias in artificial intelligence
• Cultural and political costs of sanitized truth
• Accountability and the need for shared responsibility
• Reclaiming truth: What individuals can do

Inaugural Celebration: Fifth Anniversary of Hindu Heritage Month
2025-10-04 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Hindu Community Center, Kearny, 156 Schuyler Ave, Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States
Hindu Heritage Month is turning 5!
To commemorate the 5th Anniversary of Hindu Heritage Month, VHPA is hosting a grand celebration filled with joy and community spirit. Come be part of this special occasion as we honor and share our rich heritage.
The program will feature a cultural performance by the renowned Kathak exponent, Guru Archna Joglekar, and her team. The much-anticipated draw of the Shree Ram Lalla Rath raffle will also take place live during the program. After the program, enjoy snacks with fellow participants—fun, food, culture, and entertainment all in one evening!
There is no cost to join, but registration is mandatory. Only 300 slots are available, so be sure to reserve your spot today.
REGISTER HERE TO PARTICIPATE
Event Details
October 4, 2025, Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Hindu Community Center, 156 Schuyler Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032

Launching Samskritam Network for Young Professionals (SNYP)
2025-10-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Samskrita Bharati has an active Yuvavibhāgaḥ (Division of Youth Engagement and Education) that caters to youth in the age group of 18-30. We currently have Campus Samkritam Network (CSN) chapters catering to college students in many universities across the US. As a next step, we will be launching a similar network for young professionals interested in Samskritam. We have chosen the Hindu Heritage Month to launch the inaugural event of Samskritam Network for Young Professionals (SNYP). The event will happen this coming Saturday Oct 4 from 200pm to 300pm ET. Interested youth can sign up using the following link – https://forms.gle/i7j7PfEVEDfc5HJB9
Videos
http://youtube.com/samskritabharatiusa

2025 Hindu Heritage Month
2025-10-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)

Session #2: Hindu Unity – Mukt Samwaad
2025-10-08 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for an open forum dedicated to exploring the SWOT Analysis of Hindu Unity in the U.S. — a space to share your lived experiences, insights, and aspirations.
💬 What are the Strengths that unite us?
⚠ What Weaknesses hold us back?
🌱 What Opportunities lie ahead?
🚧 What Threats must we confront?
🕉 Action Plan

Diwali In Library
2025-10-11 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 4880 Lower Roswell Road, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA, 30068, United States
VHPA Atlanta chapter is celebrating Diwali in Cobb library as part of outreach program.
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Videos
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1BAhaoBfXp/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Annual 5K Walk/Run
2025-10-12 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 380 Johnson Road, 380 Johnson Road, Suwanee, 30024, United States Minor Outlying Islands
Annual 5K Walk run to support The Drake House- A woman’s shelter
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Strategies for College Preparation - Online Seminar
2025-10-12 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)

What is a Hindu Identity and Hinduphobia?
2025-10-15 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hindu Heritage Month 2025
Speaker Series –
Vandemataram Sacramento Initiative!
🕉 Session #3: What is a Hindu Identity and Hinduphobia?
Speaker: Aditya Agrawal
📣 Learn more about Hinduism and one’s identity in the modern world.
How to combat stigmas and stereotypes and the importance of recognizing Hinduphobia.

Swadhyay Group Diwali Puja
2025-10-18 14:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 1550 Bookout Drive, 1550 Bookout Drive, Cumming, Georgia, 30041, United States
