Hindu Heritage Month

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
Videos

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.
Gallery

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
Gallery

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

VHPA-Staten Island and Staten Island Hindu Temple Food Drive
2025-10-20 18:00 - 2025-11-27 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 1318 Victory Boulevard, 1318 Victory Boulevard , Staten Island , New York, 10314, United States
Food Drive being held from Diwali to Thanksgiving by VHPA-SI and Staten Island Hindu Temple in order to feed those in need especially with the government shutdown where the needy may not get their government aid in a timely manner

Pearland Diwali Milan
2025-10-25 16:30 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Berry Miller Junior High, 3301 Manvel ard, Berry Miller Junior High, 3301 Manvel ard, Pearland, Texas, 77584, United States
Community Diwali Milan event jointly hosted by Vhpa Houston chapter and Pearland Desi Girls.

Party Time Deepawali
2025-10-25 18:00 (America/New_York) | 3972 Campus Drive,, 3972 Campus Drive, , College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) and Maryland Mayuri invite you to a grand Ballroom-style Deepawali Celebration — full of fun, music, dance, and festive vibes! 💃🕺
✨ Come be part of this spectacular evening filled with joy, culture, music, dance, and festive fun!
🎉 Let’s make this “Party Time Deepawali” an unforgettable celebration together.
Bring your family and friends and be part of this unforgettable evening of beauty, excitement, and togetherness.
💫 Register now and help make this Deepawali even more vibrant and spectacular!
Party Time Deepawali 2025

Balvihar Diwali
2025-10-26 14:00 (America/New_York) | Global Mall, Global Mall, Norcross, GA, United States
Diwali celebration in Balvihar
Videos
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1P2GwT9Y9M/

Power of Civic Engagement - Hindu Perspective
2025-10-29 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
What is Civic Engagement, Why It is important for Global Hindus, and What we can do to get involved?

VHPA National CyberSatsang
2025-10-29 21:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)

Kalasangamam - Support a Child Fundraising
2025-11-01 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | OmHCC, 240 Boston Rd, OmHCC, 240 Boston Rd, N. Billerica, MA, 01862, United States

Walkathon
2025-11-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 2655 Richmond Avenue, 2655 Richmond Avenue , Staten Island , New York, 10314, United States
Walkathon in Staten Island to celebrate Hindu Heritage Month by bringing the community together

Shubh Deepawali!
2025-11-02 10:30 (America/New_York) | 42901 Waxpool Road, 42901 Waxpool Road, Ashburn , VA, 20148, United States
Celebrate homecoming of Bhagwan Ram ji – Happy Deepawali

42901 Waxpool Rd, Ashburn, VA 20148, USA

✨ Celebrate the Return of Shri Ram to Ayodhya ✨
Join us as we come together to honor the victorious return of Shri Ram Bhagwan to Ayodhya after vanquishing Ravana.
The VHPA Camp warmly invites all friends and families to light a lamp of hope, symbolizing new beginnings. Let us share our diya and oil to kindle the lamps of our friends and neighbors, spreading light, love, and togetherness.
🪔 Let’s congregate to strengthen our bonds and celebrate this joyous occasion.
We look forward to your presence.
Kindly RSVP.

✨ Celebrate the Return of Shri Ram to Ayodhya ✨
Join us as we come together to honor the victorious return of Shri Ram Bhagwan to Ayodhya after vanquishing Ravana.
The VHPA Camp warmly invites all friends and families to light a lamp of hope, symbolizing new beginnings. Let us share our diya and oil to kindle the lamps of our friends and neighbors, spreading light, love, and togetherness.
🪔 Let’s congregate to strengthen our bonds and celebrate this joyous occasion.
We look forward to your presence.
Please RSVP at Event Registration Link:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/celebrate-homecoming-of-bhagwan-ram-ji-happy-deepawali

If you wish to perform please submit the details on the google form link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdALyL1HPoLP9iQHjbCLj-FdKS7cnrHLywP9JN6AeTTPYHTLg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115563275937658163831

Message from Shree Ram Bhakta Lord Hanuman by Swamini Nigamananda Saraswati
2025-11-23 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
A zoom lecture given by Swamini Nigamananda Saraswati on a specific message from Shree Ram Bhakta Lord Hanuman. Included in the program will be a performance by a local middle school student.
zoom meeting ID: 831 7233 1825, passcode: [REDACTED]
