Month: February 2014

Dupage County IL: The Democratic Party of DuPage County celebrated their Presidents’ Day Gala 2014 with great enthusiasm on Saturday February 22, 2014 from, 6:00 PM, at Carlisle Banquets, 435 E Butterfield Rd, Lombard IL. More than 300 people were present at this exciting program. “What a year to be a Democrat in DuPage County,” said Bob Peickert, DuPage County Democratic Party Chairman. “Thank you for being here to celebrate our growth in the county and our growth as a party.” Peickert’s congratulatory statements were directed toward a group of more than 300 supporters, who came out to applaud the Democratic officials elected to national, state and local government in the most recent election. This year’s theme was “Rebuilding the Middle class, Rebuilding the American Dream”. As the Master of Ceremony, Bob Peickert ,Chair of the Democratic Party of Dupage County welcomed the guests and thanked them for supporting DPDC. The program began with Senator Dick Durbin’s initial remarks where he asked IL Democrats to work together in a coordinated effort to help elect Governor Quinn and his running mate Paul Vallas in the next election. Paul Vallas, who is running for Lieutenant Governor of IL was invited to speak. […]

Chicago IL: Nilaben, wife of Ramanbhai S. Patel, passed away, on Thursday, February 20, 2014. Funeral/Cremation was held at Bohemian National Cemetery, 5255 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago IL on Sunday, February 23, 2014. Overflowing crowd of Over 300 people filled up the prayer hall to pay final prayer of Hindu Funeral rites also referred to as Antim Sanskar. Funeral ceremony started at 11:00 am among presence of over 300 peoples composed of relatives, friends and well wishers. Suresh Shah conducted the entire proceedings with support from Indian community. Nilaben Patel was very kind courteous and helped number of persons. She achieved success due to her dedication of her life to be the supreme wife, mother, and grandmother, she inspired and encouraged Ramanbhai to revive and pursue community duties. She laughed often, loved much, filled niche and accomplished her task. She left the word better than found it. Her life is inspiration and memory is a benediction. Nilaben was an outstanding volunteer who had participated in many activities and social club of Indian women in of Dee Park in Deplanes, Illinois. Her dedicated service to the community was above and beyond the call. Nilaben will live for years to come within […]

Nilaben Ramanbhai S. Patel Born: 12/15/1947 / Expired: 02/20/2014 Chicago IL: Please join us in expressing our deepest condolence at this hour to the sad demise of our beloved Nilaben, wife of Ramanbhai S. Patel Member, Executive Committee of United Senior Pariwar, Desplaines, Chicago who passed away, on Thursday, February 20, 2014, at about 9:07 p.m. Nilaben Patel was very kind courteous and helped number of persons and ladies in particular. Besides being the greatest wife, mother, and grandmother, she inspired and encouraged Ramanbhai to revive and pursue duties. Nilaben was an outstanding volunteer who had participated in all the activities of United Senior Pariwar and Ladies section at Dee Park. Her dedicated service to the community was above and beyond. Nilaben will live for years to come within our hearts. May her Soul Rest in Peace. Funeral Information for Nilaben: Place: Bohemian National Cemetery,5255 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago IL 60630 [Near intersection of Foster and Pulaski Road] Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Day and Date: Sunday, February 23, 2014 Phone: Mr. Ramanbhai S. Patel: 224-766-9196; Vikas R. Patel: 224-616-0915 . If you have any question in this matter please call Mr. Hasmukh Soni: 847-942-9413 Mrs. Vanita Patel: 847-240-0703 […]

Chicago IL: Love is like a magic dollar, they say “Lend it, spend it, and give it away, and you’ll end up having some more” now that’s the way the Desi community in Chicago related to this emotion. Valentines’ Day is always celebrated with much romp and fun in every nook and cranny of the city. Though many couples headed for various clubs and watering holes to make the occasion grand and memorable, several others rushed to Aashiqui Forever Valentine’s Day Party which was organized by Manpasand (Bhavna Modi and Sanjay Modi) and India House Banquets (Ravi Rawat) on Friday February 14, 2014 at India House Banquets, 521, W Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg IL. For couples, romantics and sky-watchers, Valentine’s Day 2014 was perfect. A full moon greeted lovers and sweethearts on this special day. Saint Valentine’s Day, also known as Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine is observed on February 14 each year. It is a festival of romantic love and many people give cards, letters, flowers or presents to their spouse or partner. They may also arrange a romantic meal in a restaurant or night in a hotel. Chicago’s Restaurant of Romance, India House Banquet had arranged […]

Chicago IL: Viidyaranya Kannada Kuta (V.K.K), is a non-profit organization that provides a forum through which members can participate in the cultural and social activities representative of Karnataka’s regional traditions and to support humanitarian causes through the Vidyaranya Kannada Kuta Charitable Fund. V.K.K on Sunday February 10, 2014 celebrated Sankranti Festival (Harvest Festival) at the Rama temple , Lemont. In spite of the below freezing temperatures, plenty of snow and slushy roads, Kannadigas in big numbers gathered to celebrate this occasion “Suggiya Sambrama”. The attendees first gathered in Gupta Dining Hall for a Social hour Meet and Greet session. During this hour Coffee and Snacks were served to the attendees. Cultural Committee collectively worked together to make the Cultural program run smoothly. The stage was decorated with Kites, Props of Sun, Sugar cane, Props of pile of grain, Flowers which brought a festive look. There is a tradition in India to fly Kites during this festival. Therefore a “Kite Decorating Contest” for kids was also conducted. First, Second and third places prizes was determined by the judges. After religious rituals were performed by Temple priest seeking the blessings of the almighty, the program was formally inaugurated by lighting of lamp […]

Chicago IL: Please join us in expressing our deepest condolence at this hour to the sad demise of our beloved Hasumati Sheth, wife of Jashwantlal Sheth, Past President of Gujarati Samaj Chicago. Hasumati Sheth passed away, on Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at about 1:20 p.m. Hasumati Sheth was an Audiologist that volunteered her time at many health fares at many Mandirs and helped hundreds of citizens get back into the” world of hearing sound”. Besides being the greatest wife, mother, and grandmother, she inspired and encouraged Jashwantbhai to revive and pursue his music and singing. During the early years of Manav Seva Mandir, Bensenville, IL, from 1982 to 1992, Hasumati Sheth was an outstanding volunteer who had participated in khatas, utsavs, and celebrations of all Hindu holidays. Her dedicated service to the community was above and beyond. Hasumati Sheth will live for years to come within our hearts. May her soul rest in peace. Funeral Information for Hasumati Sheth: Place: Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home & Crematorium Venue: 9568 Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois 60131 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Day and Date: Sunday, February 16, 2014 Jashwantlal Sheth Phone number: 708-867-9585 Query: Gopali Sheth: 630-674-5874 Shefali Sheth: 847-436-6641 E-Mail: Gopali […]

Glenview IL: The Hanuman Spiritual and Community Center, Glenview, Illinois, shares the pleasure of announcing that a significant progress has been achieved towards the establishment of a Hanuman Mandir in Glenview. The Village of Glenview has agreed for a 4.1-acre parcel of land for this use of construction of this holy project. Based upon the Village approval, the land has been acquired for the construction of Hanuman Mandir. The Village of Glenview was impressed to note that the Community Center will benefit the members of all the communities and will offer a very broad-based opportunity of social interaction. The project will include a Hanuman Mandir and a community center. The Community Center will serve the long standing desire of the community to have a multi-facet public place to celebrate various cultural, spiritual and educational programs. A ‘Bhumi Shudhi’ havan and prayer were celebrated on Dec. 14, 2013 at the proposed temple site located at 3623 West Lake Street, Glenview, Illinois. In response to the devotees’ enthusiasm, the ‘Sunder Kaand’ recitation was held on Jan. 25, 2014 from 5 to 7 p.m. If you wish to join the monthly recitation, send your contact information to chandrakhurana@yahoo.com or call 773 -837-1550