Month: June 2012

Chicago IL: On June 18 2012, Illinois Wesleyan graduate Sameehan Patel will dip his tire in the Pacific Ocean at Ocean Beach in San Francisco, California and begin an epic journey across the country by bicycle. Patel and eighteen other students make up the 2012 Ride Against AIDS team that will cycle over 4,000 miles across America this summer. To Sameehan, the ride against AIDS is a unique opportunity to open the country’s eyes about a topic that has otherwise been pushed aside. This ride would give us an ability to reach people across the country on a level that a phone call or email cannot achieve. As a theatre major, he studies the art of how people communicate with one another. I would be thrilled to have an opportunity to interact with different people from different walks of life. This powerful cross-country bike ride is dedicated to raising awareness and funds to fight HIV/AIDS is run by FACE AIDS, a youth-led nonprofit that works in the U.S. and Rwanda. The Ride was started in 2007 by two Stanford students. This summer, the fifth annual Ride Against AIDS aims to raise over $100,000, as each rider pledges to raise at […]

Chicago, IL: ABC7 Chicago Anchorman Ravi Baichwal, and Professor James Whelan of the Kelley School of Business, Indian University headlined a special fundraiser on Sunday, June 3rd, 2012, from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm, supporting Chinmaya Organization for Rural Development (CORD)’s successful social programs in India. CORD has been offering sustainable development programs in rural regions of many Indian states for the past 30 years. CORD’s services are focused on improving health, education, and support for the disabled, social justice, local self-governance, decreasing poverty and solving many environmental issues. The fundraiser event had an attendance of 500 people and featured scrumptious Indian dinner, high-powered fusion Indian performances (Bhangra dances) and two comedic acts, hosted at Waterford Banquets, 933 South Riverside Drive, Elmhurst, IL. It was broadcast on the ABC 7 10:00pm News showcasing anchorman Mr. Ravi Baichwal’s address to the crowd emphasizing the spirit of giving in the South Asian community and the impact the evening would have on the people of rural India. Professor James Wahlen, who has collaborated with and visited CORD sites in the past, commended the organization on its global ethos, which has an astounding local impact. This event was spearheaded solely by the second generation, community-minded Indian […]

“In the midst of your daily work, in the tumult and storm of life, pause for a while, again and again.” “In the , MOMENT you will clear your heart, forgiving all who you think have wronged you. This can envelop the world with powerful positive vibrations ushering a New Age. The Master said, I have but only one tongue. If I had a Million Tongues, I would still utter the one word: Give! Give! Give! And the best giving is Forgiving.” Asian Media USA © Chicago IL: Dada J. P. Vaswani, the head of Sadhu Vaswani Mission, Pune, India was in Chicago with his presence at a Spiritual Discourse in English on “Slow Down Your Pace” followed by an interactive Q&A session , on Sunday June 3rd, 2012 from 5pm at the Marriott Oak Brook,1401, West Street, Illinois 60521. All those attending got an opportunity to ask Beloved Dada their innermost burning questions and got comfort in his answers that only he can provide. The Program included one hour of Bhajans sung by a renowned singer from London, Dr. Harish Wadhwani. There was also an Exhibition of photographs of Sadhu T.L. Vaswani as well as Pujya Dada. Everyone enjoyed […]

Monmouth Junction NJ: Support Organization for Kids In Need (SOFKIN) presented Rhythm 2012 on June 2, 2012 at South Brunswick Cross Roads South Middle School, 195 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Approximately 500 people attended this prestigious and “most awaited” event that started at approximately 5 pm. Rhythm 2012 event is an Annual Fundraiser to support SOFKIN homes and to raise the awareness in the community about SOFKIN. SOFKIN is a non-profit organization. Their mission is to, “Support the upbringing of the under privileged children, irrespective of name or nationality, cast or creed, race or religion by providing basic amenities, education and medical aid in a secure and healthy environment.” This prestigious event was organized by Chaya Pamula, the Founder of SOFKIN and the managing committee. In the Cross Roads South Middle School, the Rhythm 2012 event was truly remarkable. The backstage and hallway areas, were filled with enthusiastic and smiling faces of children of various ages (6-19 years), waiting to perform on stage. The children were wearing traditional Indian outfits and jewelry, and had unique makeup for the various performances. The air was filled with joy and excitement, as the children were anxiously waiting their turns to perform. Rhythm […]