Brahma Premananda Ashram Celebrates Vaishakhi Mela
Chicago, IL: Brahma Premananda Ashram (BPA) Temple located at 31W211 IL Route 58 (Golf Rd.), Elgin, IL celebrated First Mataji Mela and Budha Jayanti event on the auspicious Vaishaki Purnima Day, on Sunday May 6th, 2012. A full day events were scheduled starting from 7am – 1pm and then 4pm – 8pm. Morning events started at 7am with 2 miles Padyatra to the Temple by group of devotees. Full day events included Kalash Puja, Dhaja Puja, Mataji Havan, Bhajan/Kirtan, Garba/Raas, Fireworks for Kids and unlimited supplies of popcorn and cotton candy was freely available. Over 400 plus visitors were able to take part and get blessings from the Mataji, Swamiji and Madi throughout the day. Mela was blessed with nice weather as most of the heavy rain miraculously came before and after all of the planned outdoor activities including Havan, fireworks for the kids and Raas/ Garbas. There was something for everyone throughout the day including beautiful singing, music as well as delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mahaprasad) accommodations. Many visitors left the temple stating that they felt as if they had just visited Vaishnav Devi. We want to appreciate Seva of all Key Sponsors and hard work of many […]
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