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1 Dear ICSR Family For the past 16 years, it has been a pleasure to be a part of ICSR, a melting pot of Indian Culture in the Tri State Area! In 2017, I humbly accept to lead this rapidly growing family into its 45 th year. I am grateful to our past presidents especially to the outgoing 2016 president, Satish Shreedhar, for laying a solid foundation for me to tread on and to trust my abilities as the youngest president in the history of ICSR, or so I’m told. The ICSR committee this year comprises of energetic, creative, technically sound, and intellectual individuals. Many of them have worked together as a team and contributed to the growth and success of this organization in the past years. It is certainly not easy to juggle home, work and community service and yet we are here once again with an exciting line up of events, securing sponsors and building rapport with community leaders. “What drives you?” people ask, “To channel so much time, energy and selfless commitment into this organization?” Everyone would have a different story, a different reason. I have mine. When I was fresh off the boat from India way back in 2001with my husband and a 6 month old daughter in tow, I was excited but anxious for being uprooted from my cultural comfort zone in India. A phase that perhaps every immigrant experiences. My apprehensions were laid to rest in ICSR, I was assured that America will let me be a proud Indian and for that, she will always have my allegiance and affection. ICSR is where I nurtured some lifelong friendships. Every time I come home from an ICSR event; I willingly fade into this amorphous sense of belonging to the country that I was born in and to the one that I call home. . It is where we celebrate the effortlessly assimilative and inclusive nature of American culture. To be able to give back to the community that has enriched our lives in many ways is a humbling experience. This is what drives me to ICSR. My goals for ICSR this year can be summarized into one word: Preservation. In line with this goal, we are working alongside a formal ICSR Youth Wing. The idea and purpose is to provide these 10-12 th graders with a platform to actively contribute towards the organization while generating a stronger sense of belonging to ICSR and Indian culture in general. This will also serve as an opportunity to grow and develop as leaders, team workers, and collect community service hours. If we preserve our youth, we preserve the community. Another step to achieving the goal is the preservation of our popular programs. Please join us for our first spring social of the year in March, Vasant Utsav followed by the popular ColorFest Holi in April. Be prepared to be enthralled at the Annual cultural show in May! We bring back a popular event, the “Masala Cruise” in summer this year. Reservation for the cruise will be on first come first basis. More details will follow. Finally, the most important step will be the preservation of funds. We will strive to make sure your membership and sponsorship payments are smartly used towards improving the quality of our existing programs and bringing in new ideas while working towards the longstanding dream of owning a permanent building that ICSR can call home. I seek your help in increasing our membership base and referring us to potential generous sponsors. Volunteer, become a member, donate or simply show up at events. I urge you to preserve your organization! Fondly, Charu Krishan President,ICSR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT CHARU KRISHAN 845 928 5265 PRESIDENT ELECT POONAM MOHAN 845 358 8984 SECRETARY BASAVARAJ BALAPAL 914 715 7127 JOINT SECRETARY ANIL BABU MANDAPAKA 609 529 4987 TREASURER ALKA SHAH 845 661 2072 JOINT TREASURER HEENA MEHTA 914 217 9161 PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER RAVI RAVICHANDRAN 845 270 4170 DIRECTORS SATISH SHREEDHAR 914 879 2389 (PAST PRESIDENT) SMRITI SRIDHARA 845 727 7042 AJAYVEER CHAPOTKAT 845 624 1910 SANKARAN KRISHNAN 845 398 0805 RAJAN BARANWAL 845 639 1053 UMA JHAVERI 845 639 6946 RAJEEV MEHRA 201 782 9423 NIKITA KRISHNAN 201 214 1709 RAJIV ROHILLA 917 842 1414 PADMINI SHASTRY 845 623 8408 FALGUNI SHETH 845 300 8776 RAVI DUBBA 303 478 8863

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Dear ICSR Family For the past 16 years, it has been a pleasure to be a part of ICSR, a melting pot of Indian Culture in the Tri State Area! In 2017, I humbly accept to lead this rapidly growing family into its 45th year. I am grateful to our past presidents especially to the outgoing 2016 president, Satish Shreedhar, for laying a solid foundation for me to tread on and to trust my abilities as the youngest president in the history of ICSR, or so I’m told.

The ICSR committee this year comprises of energetic, creative, technically sound, and intellectual individuals. Many of them have worked together as a team and contributed to the growth and success of this organization in the past years. It is certainly not easy to juggle home, work and community service and yet we are here once again with an exciting line up of events, securing sponsors and building rapport with community leaders. “What drives you?” people ask, “To channel so much time, energy and selfless commitment into this organization?” Everyone would have a different story, a different reason. I have mine.

When I was fresh off the boat from India way back in 2001with my husband and a 6 month old daughter in tow, I was excited but anxious for being uprooted from my cultural comfort zone in India. A phase that perhaps every immigrant experiences. My apprehensions were laid to rest in ICSR, I was assured that America will let me be a proud Indian and for that, she will always have my allegiance and affection. ICSR is where I nurtured some lifelong friendships. Every time I come home from an ICSR event; I willingly fade into this amorphous sense of belonging to the country that I was born in and to the one that I call home. . It is where we celebrate the effortlessly assimilative and inclusive nature of American culture. To be able to give back to the community that has enriched our lives in many ways is a humbling experience. This is what drives me to ICSR.

My goals for ICSR this year can be summarized into one word: Preservation. In line with this goal, we are working alongside a formal ICSR Youth Wing. The idea and purpose is to provide these 10-12th graders with a platform to actively contribute towards the organization while generating a stronger sense of belonging to ICSR and Indian culture in general. This will also serve as an opportunity to grow and develop as leaders, team workers, and collect community service hours. If we preserve our youth, we preserve the community. Another step to achieving the goal is the preservation of our popular programs. Please join us for our first spring social of the year in March, Vasant Utsav followed by the popular ColorFest Holi in April. Be prepared to be enthralled at the Annual cultural show in May! We bring back a popular event, the “Masala Cruise” in summer this year. Reservation for the cruise will be on first come first basis. More details will follow.

Finally, the most important step will be the preservation of funds. We will strive to make sure your membership and sponsorship payments are smartly used towards improving the quality of our existing programs and bringing in new ideas while working towards the longstanding dream of owning a permanent building that ICSR can call home. I seek your help in increasing our membership base and referring us to potential generous sponsors. Volunteer, become a member, donate or simply show up at events. I urge you to preserve your organization!

Fondly,

Charu Krishan

President,ICSR

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT

CHARU KRISHAN

845 928 5265 PRESIDENT ELECT

POONAM MOHAN

845 358 8984 SECRETARY

BASAVARAJ BALAPAL

914 715 7127

JOINT SECRETARY

ANIL BABU MANDAPAKA

609 529 4987

TREASURER

ALKA SHAH 845 661 2072

JOINT TREASURER

HEENA MEHTA

914 217 9161 PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

RAVI RAVICHANDRAN

845 270 4170

DIRECTORS

SATISH SHREEDHAR

914 879 2389 (PAST PRESIDENT)

SMRITI SRIDHARA

845 727 7042

AJAYVEER CHAPOTKAT

845 624 1910

SANKARAN KRISHNAN

845 398 0805

RAJAN BARANWAL

845 639 1053

UMA JHAVERI

845 639 6946

RAJEEV MEHRA

201 782 9423

NIKITA KRISHNAN

201 214 1709

RAJIV ROHILLA

917 842 1414

PADMINI SHASTRY

845 623 8408

FALGUNI SHETH

845 300 8776

RAVI DUBBA

303 478 8863

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Program Date Time Chairpersons/Team Venue

March

Vasant Utsav Saturday, March 18th

3.30 pm – 9 pm

Poonam, Nikita, Rajiv R, Satish, Krishnan, Ravi R, Heena, Falguni, Ravi D

Community Center @ Palisades Mall

April

Soup Kitchen-I Saturday, April 1st 12 pm – 5 pm

Ravi, Rajeev, Rajan, Anil, St. Paul’s Church

Holi Celebration Saturday, April 22nd

12 pm – 4 pm

Raj, Rajan, Satish, Poonam, Ajayveer, Uma J, Rajiv R, Nikita, Padmini, Ravi D

Congers lake park

May

Helen Hayes Program

Sunday, May 7st 1 pm – 4 pm Nikita, Anil, Smriti, Rajeev M, Raj, Rajiv R

Helen Hayes Hospital

Cultural Day Show Saturday May 13th 4pm to 10pm Chair: Heena, Nikita, Raj Balapal, Ajayveer Committee: Rajan, Anil, Poonam, Smriti, Rajeev M, Rajiv R, Padmini

Clarkstown South High School.

June

Masala Cruise Saturday, June 17 4pm – 7 pm Krishnan, Alka, Rajiv M, Ajayveer, Satish, Rajiv R, Ravi D

TBA

Seniors Trip Sunday, June 25th Whole day Uma J, Falguni, Rajan, Ajayveer, Padmini

TBA

July

Picnic Sunday, July 9th 9am – 3pm Anil, Rajan, Alka, Uma J, Krishnan, Raj, Rajiv R, Rajeev M, Smriti, Ravi D

Congers lake Park/Haverstraw park

August

India Day Parade Saturday, August 19th

11am – 2 pm Ajayveer Ravi R, Satish, Alka, Rajan, Nikita / Entire Team

Main Street, New City

September

India Festival Saturday, Sept 30th 11-5 pm Ajayveer Satish Krishnan

Navaratri Night Saturday, Sept 23rd 8pm – 12 pm Alka S, Uma J , Heena Falguni, Rajiv R, Ajayveer, Rajan, Poonam, Rajeev M,

Ramapo High School

October

East meets West Saturday Oct 14th

Krishnan, Ajayveer / Ravi, Heena, Satish, Rajeev M, Smriti, Poonam, Nikita

RCC

Soup Kitchen-II Saturday, Oct. 28th 12pm – 5 pm Ravi/ Rajeev M, Anil, Rajan, Raj

St. Paul’s Church

November

Diwali Dinner Saturday, Nov 4 5pm to 10pm Satish, Krishnan Entire team TBA

Youth Program Saturday Nov. 25th Ajayveer, Poonam Satish, Krishnan, Anil

TBA

Senior Monthly Gathering

May-September Uma J/ Ajayveer, Rajan, Rajeev M, Falguni, Padmini

TBA

AAPI & ICSR Health Fair

TBA Smriti, Krishnan, Entire Commitee

TBA

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EDITOR’S NOTES Wishing Everyone a Very Happy and Healthy New Year!

This is our 1st newsletter for 2017, which includes a list of all the upcoming events planned for this

year. The entire committee is putting in a lot of time, effort, and thought to bring you these events. We

appreciate your suggestions on how to make our events better and welcome your support.

While we are in the process of revamping our website, please visit our social media pages listed in the

newsletter for updated information on events. Our newsletter and upcoming events will also be posted online.

All information including any changes to events will be updated on social media and released via email.

This past year’s Annual Diwali Dinner and Dance was held on November 5, 2016 and was very well attended.

It was held at the Crown Plaza, in Suffern. Several prominent people including elected officials from Rockland

County graced us with their presence. Friends and family enjoyed the event and appreciated the centrally

located venue.

Last year ICSR introduced a new program called “East Meets West”, by bringing the exotic and

graceful dance moves of East and aesthetically pleasing movements of West under one roof on October 15,

2016 at Rockland Community College, Suffern NY. The evening was graced by the presence of important

political figures of Rockland County, who have been a constant source of support system for the Indian

Community. The program was comprised of professionals from the East performing the classical dances such

as Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Bhangra and of course our very own Bollywood. Added to this was the

flavor of west in form of Jazz, Ballet, River dance, Modern dance, African dance and Gospel music thus

making it a multinational entertainment. ICSR also held India festival day. Everyone who attended the event

felt a festive atmosphere during this event, with several vendor stalls, nice food, dances etc. ICSR also held a

food drive through which we collected and donated more than 400 lbs of food and clothes to People-to People.

As we remind ourselves of how we got to where we are through such events, we hope to collect even more

food/clothes this year.

As we head into 2017, the new committee and Youth Wing, under the leadership of Charu Krishan, is

excited to bring you lots of fun and spectacular events. By popular demand, we are bringing back our first

event, Vasant Utsav! Also look out for information regarding the special Holi celebration, back by popular

demand!

Our Community Announcements section is for your use. Please send in any announcements or

achievements so that the entire community can take pride and share in your joy.

ICSR’s events would not be possible without its sponsors. ICSR would like to thank all of its

advertisers and it’s Sponsors for their financial support.

The following are ICSR’s 2017 Sponsors so far and we expect more to join and support us!

1. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals 2. Deo Narain Persaud----Persaud Family

Foundation 3. Manish Krishnan, CEO Advanced Technologies

Consulting Services 4. Mrs.Usha and Nitin Gala ---1 $ Zone 5. Drs. Kamini and Rakesh Shreedhar 6. Mrs. Sushma and Dr.Vijay Soni Ph.D 7. Dr Suresh Ramaswamy 8. Mrs. Alka and Dr. Vikram Shah 9. Renal Consultants--Drs Lalitha, Satish & Sri

10. Mrs.Uma and Mr. Chandresh Shah Northwestern Mutual

11. Global Financial Services 12. Mrs Sapna and Dr Vipul Shah 13. The Regency House and Best Western--Mrs

Ami and Mr. Rajesh Sopariwala 14. VBob – PNC Mortgage 15. George Joseph- Mass Mutual 16. Mrs.Kashmira and Mr.Sanjeev Patel 17. Mrs Seema and Mr. Vipul Patel-----Nehal Constructions 18. Nyack Motor lodge – Mr Dhirubhai Patel

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SATURDAY MAY 13TH, 2017 AT 4:00-10 PM

CLARKSTOWN SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL

Join us as we host our Annual Cultural Day

Program featuring the county’s brightest stars as they

perform to some of your favorite Bollywood’s hits.

In order to participate, it is mandatory that all

participants and choreographers pre-register with the

event committee.

If you plan to choreograph, please attend one of

the registration dates- February 4th and February 12th

to meet with the event chairs to provide the details of

the performance

All participants and choreographers must be

ICSR members for the calendar year 2017 in order to

participate.

SATURDAY APRIL 22nd

, 2017 FROM 12:00

NOON TO 4PM CONGERS COMMUNITY

CENTER, CONGERS, NY Please spread the word around in community and invite your American friends for the ColorFest. Light packaged refreshment will be served. Color play At 1 PM. No one is allowed to bring any colors and water guns etc. Colors and water guns (for kids only) will be provided on site. Come and be a part of the fun cultural celebration.

Our first Soup kitchen of the year to serve the needy

Saturday, APRIL 1st, 2017

ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH (12:30 PM TO 5

PM) 26 SOUTH MADISON AVENUE (NEAR ROUTE

59 & ROUTE 45 INTERSECTION) SPRING VALLEY,

NY 10977-5512

Adult Volunteers: 12:30 PM (Kitchen Help) Kids

Volunteers: 2:30 PM onwards for any duration

(Food/Grocery/Garment Distribution).

SATURDAY MARCH 18TH, 2017 AT 3;30 PM

PALISADES MALL COMMUNITY HALL

Vasant, or spring, is a season of changes

and new beginnings. It is a time to smell the fresh

air, hear the birds chirp, and connect with old

friends. So join us for our first social gathering of

the year to enjoy the onset of spring with some

melodious live music accompanied with a light

dinner.

Support ICSR by becoming a member

during this first function of the year and enjoy the

encore presentation of last year’s musical tribute to

Bollywood’s greatest hits.

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FROM

Manish Krishnan and Family Advanced Technology Consulting Service Inc ATCS

www.atcs.com

Alpesh and Monika Patel, Jay & Aryan

Gulf Express 1 East Route 59

Nanuet NY 10954 Phone: 845-623-4984

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Dr. Vijay Pradhan Foundation 8th Annual Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors The Foundation is a charitable, non-profit organization (501 c3 deductible), whose mission is to promote education and culture in the Indian community in Rockland County. The Foundation was formed in loving memory of Shri Vijay Pradhan. Trustees include several prominent members of the Indian community from Rockland County. Funds for the scholarships are raised through personal contributions and an annual fund-raiser. Awardees are voted on annually by the trustees. STUDENT REQUISITES FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP:

r in good standing. Nominations along with your detailed resume (including academic, co/extra- curricular and community service details) should be mailed by Sunday, APRIL 30, 2017 to:

DR. SANKARAN KRISHNAN, SECRETARY, DR. VIJAY PRADHAN FOUNDATION, 9 SGT. PARKER RD. BLAUVELT, NY 10913.

Community Announcements and Events

o There is a weekly, ongoing Bala Gokulam held every Sunday from 2:00 pm to 3.30 pm

at the Sri Ranganatha Temple, Pomona. N.Y. Contact Dr. Rakesh Shreedhar (845 353 6306) or Smriti Sridhara

o The Hindu temple in Mahwah, NJ on Rte 17 has most Hindu Deities with a community center and school (www. hindusamajinc.org).

o Ekal Vidyalaya’s Annual concert featuring A MEDLEY OF TRIBAL FOLK

DANCES & SONGS PERFORMED BY PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED EKAL

VIDYALAYA YOUTH! For more information please contact: Dr. Rakesh Shreedhar 845-558-7768 or Dr. Suresh Khanna 914-347-4329. More details to follow.

o Heartfulness meditation: Supriya Reddy, who is an experienced trainer in Heartfulness Meditation, would be conducting workshops at local libraries soon and anyone above the age of 15 is welcome to attend these sessions. For more details please contact: Supriya Reddy @ 845 536 4719 [email protected].

o Jeevan Jyoti is an Indo American support group for seniors and those over 50.

www.jeevanjyoti.us

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ANNUAL CULTURAL SHOW

Saturday MAY 13th, 2017 at 4PM

Clarkstown High School South 31 Demarest Mill Road, West Nyack, NY 10994

Food will be available for purchase at Intermission All graduating high school seniors of ICSR members

will be recognized. Please call Charu Krishan, Basavaraj Balapal or any committee member if your son or daughter is a graduating senior.

If you want to choreograph a dance, please provide us with details by February 29, 2017.

To participate in this event, choreographers and participants must be ICSR members for 2017.

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PULMONARY CONSULTANTS, PC

Brijender Batra, MD, FCCP

Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Affiliated with Nyack Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital & Helen Hays Hospital

Pulmonary Function Test Available in the Office

24 Hour / 7 Days Answering Service.

Pomona Professional Plaza

974 Route 45, Suite 2100

Pomona, NY 10970

Tel: (845) 362-1200

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INVOLVE YOUR FAMILY, BECOME A MEMBER

India Cultural Society of Rockland

2017 Family Membership Application

January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017

We would like to :

o become members or

o renew membership

Name: ___________________________________Spouse_________________________________ Street Address: __________________________________________________________________ City: ______________________ State: ________________ ZIP: _____________________ E-mail address : ______________________________ Home Telephone: ______________________________

Children’s name(s) and age(s): Signature: _______________________Date : _______________________ Please send this completed application form along with the $50 check payable to “ICSR” at below address :

ICSR, 9 Alloway Crest, Highland Mills, NY 10930

Please note that the paid membership ($ 50) runs for the calendar year Jan 1st through Dec 31st, 2017, only. This includes:

Entry to appx 18 free or discounted events throughout the year (Vasant Utsav, Holi, Picnic, Diwali etc)

Ticket preference at popular events with limited seating.

Opportunity to participate in the Annual cultural show in May.

ICSR will share selected event pictures and videos on its website, Diwali brochure and social media 1-347-688-7440, Twitter@icsrsocialmedia

www.icsronline.net [email protected]

Instagram@indiaculturalsocietyofrockland https://www.facebook.com/India-Cultural-Society-Of-Rockland

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Culture and Art enhance the quality of our lives. This is particularly true to all Indians as we come from a land steeped in traditions and culture. As Indian Americans, we strive to keep this alive so that we can pass this to our children.

The India Cultural Society of Rockland has been passionately keeping the torch of Indian culture alive in the tri-state area since 1972. ICSR is instrumental in promoting Indian culture and heritage to local Indian and American community, through various events organized throughout the year.

The ICSR committee runs on the advice, time and energy provided by volunteers within the community. However nothing can be accomplished without your participation and monetary support. In these times of financial constraints, your support will go a long way in helping ICSR achieve its mission as well as expand its programs and services.

Please fill in the attached ad form and mail in with a check to advertise your business as well as support your own organization! -------------------------------------------detach and mail with check-------------------------------------------------------

India Cultural Society of Rockland

(A non-profit organization) Advertisement for 2017

Enclosed is my check in the amount of $____________ Full Page b/w ad in 1 newsletter ($100) Half Page b/w ad in 1 newsletter ($50) Full Page b/w ad in 3 newsletters ($300) Half Page b/w ad in 3 newsletters ($150) Annual Sponsor ($500) - full page b/w ad in 3 newsletters & Diwali Brochure Grand sponsor ($1000) - full page b/w ad in 3 newsletters & color ad in Diwali Brochure + website ad Include your text message here ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Artwork/photo is enclosed under separate cover (email or hard copy) CAMERA READY ART for the 3 newsletters due on Feb 21st, May 1st, September 1st

Name:

Company/Affiliation:

Address:

Phone:

Email:

For More information visit

1-347-688-7440, TWITTER@ICSRSOCIALMEDIA www.icsronline.net, [email protected] Instagram@indiaculturalsocietyofrockland https://www.facebook.com/India-Cultural-Society-Of-Rockland

ADVERTISEMENT FORM 2017

Checks made out to: ICSR Memo: name of your ICSR contact

Mail check and form to: ICSR

9 Alloway Crest

Highland Mills, NY 10930

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From

Persaud Family Foundation

Deo, Indrani,

Babita, Parth, Darshini &

Roshinie Persaud

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Wishing You Joy And

Prosperity In The New Year

S. RAMASWAMY, D.D.S.

Orthodontist

Route 304, Suite 2F-W

New City, NY 10956

(845) 634-9603

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ICSR Youth Wing Arnav, Mehta, Arushi Patel, Ishita Krishan, Roshinie Persaud, Sejal Mathur, Tara Iyer

Our Youth Wing helps us maintain our social media presence and provides weekly research updates on topics of cultural significance. Please visit our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages to encourage their work and learn something new!

WanderlustIndia Series 1- Jammu & Kashmir

Starting in India’s north, Dal Lake is a popular visitor attraction in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the "Jewel in the crown of Kashmir".

Culture Synopsis Series 1: Did You Know? BINDI

A bindi (Hindi: , from Sanskrit: Bindu, meaning "point, drop, dot or small particle") is considered the point at which creation begins and may become unity along with many other interpretations depending on the region! Bindi in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism is associated with Ajna Chakra and Bindu is known as the third eye chakra. In metaphysics, Bindu is considered the dot or point at which creation begins. The point around which the mandala is created represents the universe. The bindi is said to retain energy and strengthen concentration. The area between the eyebrows (where the bindi is placed) is known as Bhrumadhya - where one focuses his/her sight so that it helps concentration. It is said to be the sixth chakra, Ajna, the seat of "concealed wisdom". From Vedic times, the bindi was created as a means to worship one's intellect. Therefore, it was used by both men and women. Bindi is worn by women of all religious dispositions. The traditional bindi still represents and preserves the symbolic significance that is integrated into Indian mythology in many parts of India.

We encourage the youth in your family to be a part of this Cultural Enrichment effort and submit their research topics to [email protected]. We would proudly post them on our social media pages.

Twitter@icsrsocialmedia Instagram@indiaculturalsocietyofrockland

https://www.facebook.com/India-Cultural-Society-Of-Rockland

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About Our Organization

India Cultural Society of Rockland, Inc. (ICSR) is a nonprofit organization whose objectives include:

(a) Promote better understanding between the nationals of India, the United States of America, and other countries; and

(b) Foster greater friendship among its members (c) Promote Indian Culture and values in the younger generation and main

stream America by:

WEAVING THE CULTURAL FABRIC Vasant Utsav, Holi, Navratri Raas Garba, Diwali GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY Soup Kitchens, Food & Clothing Drive, Senior Trip, Recreational Therapy, Health fair PROMOTING TALENT& CAMARADERIE Cultural Show, Art Show, Recognizing Graduating Seniors, Picnic, India Day Parade & Festival

Stay Connected Please provide us your email addresses at [email protected] so that we can communicate with you efficiently. This will save ICSR a significant amount of printing and in mailing costs and improve the quality of our programs.

1-347-688-7440 www.icsronline.net

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ICSR Newsletter

Volume 1

February 2017