Diwali
Sunday, October 15
Ted Mann Concert Hall
Join us for an enchanting and culturally-rich experience at "Diwali Around The World: Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" presented by The Hindu Society of Minnesota on October 15th, 2023. The event features a captivating agenda, starting with a social hour from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, allowing attendees to mingle and connect. From 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, be mesmerized by a spectacular cultural program showcasing Diwali traditions from around the world, with captivating performances, music, and dances. To culminate the celebrations, a delicious dinner will be provided in a to-go box at 6:30 PM.
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Come together with friends, family, and the community for this unforgettable celebration of lights, joy, and unity. Secure your tickets now for "Diwali Around The World: Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.
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Visiting Priests
All rituals will be performed by our (7) temple priests along with (4) guest priests from other temples in the USA. We will have a live Nadaswaram on all the (3) days as well as Bhajans. We have a 2-1/2 day religious program and invite all the devotees to participate and get the blessings of Lord Shiva.
Manikandan Sivachariyar
Manikandan Sivachariyar originally from Tamil Nadu currently resides in Delaware USA. He completed Sivagama choodamani at Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam in kanchepuram Tamilnadu. He worked in Mahalakshmi Temple, DE for 8 years. Now he is working as the chief priest at Sri Sanakara Narayana Temple, Delaware.
Special Performances/Events
During the upcoming Sahara Lingarchana celebration at our Hindu Temple of Minnesota, we are thrilled to announce that we will have the privilege of Nadaswaram Recital from acclaimed artists. The artists who will be performing during the Sahasra Lingarchana are renowned for their skill and expertise in playing the Nadaswaram. Their performance will add to the spiritual ambiance of the occasion and create a memorable experience for all those in attendance. We invite everyone to come and be a part of this special celebration and witness this unique and awe-inspiring performance.
Niruban
Nakintheeran
Suriyakumar Jeyaraman
Nathaswara Vidwan
M.P. Nakeenthiran
Nirmalan
Nakeenthiran
Schedule
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
SOCIAL HOUR
Mingle with friends before the performances. Snacks such as samosas and chai will be available for sale.
6:30 PM
DINNER (TO-GO BOX)
Mangala Vadyam, Sri Maha Ganapathi Pooja, Sankalpam, TritiyaKala Pooja
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
CULTURAL PROGRAM
Come together with friends and family to embrace the spirit of Diwali in a night of unforgettable performances and cultural enrichment.
Parking
Convenient parking options
Parking
Schedule
On-site parking on all 3 days
Location
Ted Mann Concert Hall
2128 S 4th St Minneapolis, MN 55455
More information
Car-pooling encouraged
Food Menu
FRIDAY JUNE 9TH
DINNER
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Papdi Chat
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Samosa Chat
- Pulao & Raita
- Rava Laddu
Sponsors: Sree Lakshmi and Friends
Food Committee members: Madhulika , Bharati & Archana
Contacts
Event Contact
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​Shri Murali Bhattar: chiefpriest@hsmn.org
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Gowtham Bhatt: gowtham20@gmail.com
Food Contact
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Archana Ashrit - Foodchair@hsmn.org