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SUMMARY:The Living Diwali: A Free Worldwide Six-Day Experience
DESCRIPTION:What happens when the victory of light over darkness becomes something we practice?\nThe Living Diwali is a free worldwide six-day experience that moves alongside the five days of Diwali\, followed by an Integration Day.\nFrom November 6–10\, participants move through five daily movements—MAKE ROOM\, CLEAR\, WELCOME\, SUSTAIN\, and LOVE—followed by CARRY–RETURN on November 11\, an Integration Day devoted to carrying the light into ordinary life.\nParticipants can take part from anywhere in the world\, in their own time. The experience includes:\nMap of Lights — a global display of hope\nLiving Rangoli — a shared public community work of art\nTime-Capsule Letter — a private message to your future self\, returned on Diwali 2027\nActs of Light — opportunities to turn reflection into real-world kindness\nReflection & Practice — ways to carry the light forward\nThe Living Diwali is rooted in Diwali’s enduring movement toward the victory of light over darkness\, good over evil\, knowledge over ignorance\, and hope over despair. It is designed to stand beside inherited Diwali traditions rather than replace them.\nEveryone who registers receives the complete digital edition of Light Up The Darkness: A Fluorescent Awakening and the Six-Day Diwali Reading Companion\, free.\nNovember 6–11\, 2026 · Online · Worldwide · Free\nAdvance registration is now open. No purchase required.\nPresented by Follow The Symbol Publishing.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/the-living-diwali-a-free-worldwide-six-day-experience/
LOCATION:Online Event\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community,Diwali Festival,Hinduism,Spiritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Follow The Symbol Publishing":MAILTO:contact@lightupthedarknessbook.com
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SUMMARY:San Francisco Diwali Festival at Yerba Buena Gardens-Sunday\, November 8
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Diwali on Sunday\, November 8 at Yerba Buena Gardens. The San Francisco Diwali Festival brings together contemporary and traditional South Asian performances for a vibrant outdoor celebration. Set in the beautiful Yerba Buena Gardens\, this free\, all-ages event invites you to relax\, dance\, and celebrate Diwali. \nEnjoy live performances throughout the day\, along with a curated selection of local makers\, artisan vendors\, and delicious food. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of music\, culture\, and celebration! \nExperience Diwali in the heart of San Francisco with live music\, dance\, and family friendly fun!\nFeaturing Alam Khan\, two-time Grammy-nominated artist\, Raaga School of Music\, Rang De Bollywood Dance Company\, DJ Mumbai Rani\, The Dhol King\, and Explicit Dholis. \nThe San Francisco Diwali Festival is presented by Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy in partnership with Creative Collective SF.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/san-francisco-diwali-festival-at-yerba-buena-gardens-sunday-november-8/
LOCATION:Yeraba Buena Gardens\, 701 Mission Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Bollywood,Classical Indian Music,Community,Dance,Diwali Festival,Festival,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy":MAILTO:partnerevents@creativecollectivesf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T160000
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SUMMARY:Bhangra & Beats Free Night Market-Official City of San Francisco Diwali Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Festival of Lights in the heart of San Francisco as Bhangra & Beats Night Market returns to Yerba Buena Gardens for the Official City of San Francisco Diwali Celebration! \nThe Gardens will come alive with the infectious energy of Non Stop Bhangra featuring DJs\, live dhol drummers\, colorful performances by Dholrhythms Dance Company\, interactive Bhangra lessons\, and an open dance floor inviting everyone to join the celebration. \nThe festivities expand across Yerba Buena Gardens\, Jessie Square\, and Yerba Buena Lane with Bollywood in the Square\, delicious Indian food\, South Asian and local makers and vendors\, henna\, diya decorating\, arts and crafts\, family-friendly activities\, community activations\, and more. \nRooted in the joy\, light\, and togetherness of Diwali\, Bhangra & Beats brings generations and communities together to celebrate South Asian culture while sharing its music\, dance\, food\, art\, and traditions with the wider Bay Area. \nCome dance\, eat\, shop\, connect\, and celebrate Diwali with us as we light up downtown San Francisco! \nFriday\, November 13\, 2026 | 4–9 PM\nYerba Buena Gardens + Jessie Square + Yerba Buena Lane\nFREE + All Ages \nPresented by Into The Streets and Non Stop Bhangra in partnership with Yerba Buena Partnership\, the Mayor’s Office of Daniel Lurie\, the San Francisco Office of Economic & Workforce Development\, and Yerba Buena Gardens Festival. \nWith support from The Svane Family Foundation Fund Culture Forward Grant Program.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/bhangra-beats-free-night-market-official-san-francisco-diwali-celebration/
LOCATION:Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco\, CA
CATEGORIES:Community,Dance,Diwali Festival,Festival,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Non Stop Bhangra":MAILTO:nonstopbhangra@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:VivaahReady Singles Zoom Mixer for Indian Singles in the USA
DESCRIPTION:Meet Indian-origin singles living in the USA at VivaahReady’s online singles mixer on Sunday\, November 15\, 2026. Participants must be ages 24–40 on the event date and currently live in the United States. US citizenship is not required for every session. \nChoose an eligible 90-minute Zoom session. Cost: $25 per session. All times are Pacific Standard Time (PST): \n10:00–11:30 AM: Divorced\, widowed or annulled singles; never-married singles also welcome. Eligible US citizens\, visa holders and green-card holders may attend. \n1:00–2:30 PM: Never-married visa and green-card holders; never-married US citizens also welcome. \n3:00–4:30 PM: Never-married US citizens living in the USA only. \nSeparated participants and people awaiting divorce are not eligible. These are three separate sessions\, not one continuous event. \nPrivate one-to-one Zoom conversations are arranged as closely as possible around preferences and the people attending. The mixer is never recorded. Matches and a specific number of introductions are not guaranteed. \nComplete your profile and photo before registering and paying. Registration closes November 12 at 11:59 PM PST. Registered participants receive private Zoom details by email on November 14. \nFull eligibility and registration: https://vivaahready.com/events/november\nOrganizer: VivaahReady\nQuestions: support@vivaahready.com
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/vivaahready-singles-zoom-mixer-for-indian-singles-in-the-usa/
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Varta Storytelling Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to experience a vibrant celebration of culture\, literature\, and art at the 3rd Annual Varta Storytelling Festival! Hosted at the spectacular Austin Public Library Central Branch\, this one-day festival brings global South Asian narratives to life for children and families across Central Texas. \nFestival Highlights Include: \nAward-Winning Authors: Meet and hear interactive readings from celebrated children’s book authors including Jyoti Rajan Gopal\, Reem Faruqi\, and Meera Sriram. \nHistoric Traditional Arts: Witness a mesmerizing performance of traditional Kerala shadow puppetry (Tholpavakoothu)\, a rare\, ancient art form making its debut in Austin! \nIntergenerational Folk Music & Dance: Enjoy lively musical showcases and rhythm workshops designed for kids to drum\, dance\, and sing along. \nHands-on Workshops: Free arts and crafts stations where children can create their own puppets\, explore storytelling elements\, and take home their creations. \nVarta is dedicated to fostering empathy\, diverse representation\, and intergenerational connections through the universal power of a good story. \nAdmission is completely free\, and all workshop materials are provided. Space for specific author sessions and puppetry workshops may be limited\, so early arrival or RSVP via our website is highly encouraged!
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/3rd-annual-varta-storytelling-festival/
LOCATION:710 W Cesar Chavez St\, Austin\, TX 78701\, 710 W Cesar Chavez St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Books,Community,Festival,Music,school students,Story
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