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Holi Hangama 2012

IAMV invites you to join us for an exciting HOLI 2012!!

Place

Date

  • Saturday 7th April, 2012

Program

  • 5:30 PM Social Hour, Games, Snacks
  • 6:45 PM Cultural Program
  • Followed by: Dinner, DJ and Dance

Entry Fee

  • Members
  • Adult: $25
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$15
  • Non-Members
  • Adults & Guests:$35
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$20
  • Children Under 5: Free
  • Checks must be post-marked by March 30th, 2012: Add $5 per Person after due date.
  • Please note: Seats are limited. Reservation is strictly on first come first serve basis. Please reserve your entry by sending in your commitment via checks at the earliest. In the past we had to unfortunately decline requests for tickets after the deadline. Entry will not be permitted at the gate either. Also, note that verbal and/or E-mail commitments will not be accepted as a method of reserving seats.

Membership Info

  • Membership fee for the calendar year (January to December) of 2012 is $20 per family or $15 per person. Life membership fee is $150 per family.

School Location and Direction

  • John Wynn Middle School, 1 Griffin Way, Tewksbury MA 01976
  • From I - 495 North and South:
    • Take the Rte. 38 exit, EXIT # 38 toward LOWELL/TEWKSBURY Rte. 38/Main Street.
    • Take ramp onto Rte. 38 South/ Main Street toward Tewksbury.
    • Continue on Rte. 38/Main Street South toward Tewksbury for about 3.6 mile.
    • Turn Left at the Signal Lights onto Victor Drive (Victor Drive is 0.2 mile past Colonial Drive and about 100 yards past a Japanese Restaurant on Right Hand side (Kyoto).
    • Continue onto Victor Drive for about 0.3 mile.
    • John Wynn Middle School, 1 Griffin Way, Tewksbury is straight ahead on your Right.
  • Please Note: Now on, all IAMV programs information will be communicated via emails only. We do not have email addresses of everyone, so please pass on the information to your friends and families. To be added to our members list, please include your email address on this form or email IAMV Treasurer at: tkantesaria@gmail.com.

Youth Group

  • IAMV's Youth Group is a lively, vibrant community of teens who enjoy sharing life's many experiences with each other. Youth Group provides exciting events in a warm, nurturing environment for all who wish to participate. IAMV's youth groups offer a multitude of activities including social, religious, cultural, athletic, community service and more, all designed to provide opportunities for youth to meet and interact in a positive Indian environment.
  • The overall program follows the guidelines set forth by the IAMV to provide youth with experiences and opportunities in the community service and leadership. The Youth Group activities are planned and implemented by the youth and adult leaders with the guidance of our Youth Programs Coordinator. Each year is a new year for Youth Group.
  • We invite all teens with interest and involvement to participate in youth activities. Parents of eligible youth, age 13-18. Please contact IAMV Youth Group at youthgroup@iamv.org

Holi Cultural Program

  • The deadline for participating and to submit entries in the cultural program for Holi 2012 is 10th FEB 2012. IAMV cultural committee will confirm the entries by 20th FEB 2012. The decision of IAMV cultural committee will be final. Please contact IAMV Cultural at arunajai@gmail.com to submit participant's entries. Also, visit the website at www.iamv.org for a complete information, rules and regulations for all upcoming cultural events.
  • Please Note: All the selected participants must send their checks by 9th March 2012 to reserve their place in the cultural program. Failing to do so will cause their entry to be cancelled. Please include a form / detailed note about who you are paying for with Last Name of Parents and Children. If you are paying for someone else, please provide details of that Family.
  • The performers and their attending families must send payment (Check Payable to IAMV) to: IAMV Cultural, 104 High Street, North Andover, MA 01845

IAMV Scholarship Announcement

  • IAMV is pleased to announce that we shall be awarding scholarships to the college bound high school students in 2012. Rules for eligibility and process will be circulated to the IAMV community in the near future. If anyone is interested in sponsoring these scholarships, you are requested to contact Mr. Umesh Khasgiwala at khasgiwala@comcast.net

Dinner Cruise Picnic

IAMV invites you to join us for an exciting Dinner Cruise Picnic.

Place

Date

  • Saturday, 18th August, 2012

Program

  • Boarding M/V Freedom 4:30 pm, (You may miss the boat if not on time by 5:00pm)
  • Sailing 5:30 pm, Return 8:30 pm
  • 3 Hour Cruise with snacks, dinner, cash bar, DJ and Dance

Entry Fee

  • Members
  • Adult: $30
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$15
  • Children Under 5: Free
  • Non-Members
  • Adults & Guests:$35
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$20
  • Children Under 5: Free
  • Checks must be received by August 15, 2012 to confirm your reservation.
  • Add $5 to each rate if purchased after August 15.
  • Please note: Number of guests is limited. Reservations are strictly on first come first serve basis. Please reserve your entry by sending in your commitment via checks at the earliest. Entry will not be permitted at the gate.

Details of the Cruise

  • The cruise is 3 hours aboard M/V Freedom. The boarding will start at 4:30 pm, the boat will Sail at 5:30 pm and return at 8:30 pm. Snacks and dinner will be served and live DJ will be available for dancing. Cash bar will also be available.

Parking and Driving Directions

  • Please park in the One International Place Garage, situated right across the wharf. Please get your ticket validated on the ship to get a discounted parking. No discount is available for other garages parking and it may be more expensive.
  • Parking is available at One International Place for $7:00 or $5.00 with ticket validation available on the boat.
  • From Points North: Take Route I-93 South to Exit 23 (Purchase St.) After exiting the tunnel, take the first left onto Atlantic Avenue. Continue straight on Atlantic Avenue. Rowes Wharf is one and one half blocks on the right behind the arch of the Boston Harbor Hotel
  • Parking Directions: Take 93 South to Exit 24A, Government Center. Take a left at the end of the ramp. Go through six (6) sets of lights. International Place, consisting of two cylindrical towers, is the property on your right. The International Place garage entrance is on the right.
  • From Points South: Take Route 93 North to Exit 20 (South Station). Follow signs to South Station/Downtown. Turn right at the end of the ramp onto Kneeland Street and turn at the second left onto Atlantic Avenue. Continue straight on Atlantic Avenue. We are located directly behind the Boston Harbor Hotel.
  • Parking Directions: Take 93 North to Exit 23, Government Center. Follow Government Center/Aquarium sign (left lane). Take a left onto Surface Road. Go through seven (7) sets of lights. International Place, consisting of two cylindrical towers, is the property on your right. The International Place garage entrance is on the right.
  • From Points West: Follow the Massachusetts Turnpike/Route I-90E to exit 24A. This will put you onto Atlantic Avenue. Continue straight on Atlantic Ave. We are located directly behind the Boston Harbor Hotel.
  • Parking Directions: Take 93 North exit. Follow 93 North to exit 23, Government Center. Follow Government Center/Aquarium sign (left lane). Take a left onto Surface Road. Go through seven (7) sets of lights. International Place, consisting of two cylindrical towers, is the property on your right. The International Place garage entrance is on the right. The parking and driving directions are also available at the Massachusetts Bay Lines Inc. website http://www.massbaylines.com/fleet.html

For Inquiries

Holi 2013

Holi Hangama

IAMV invites you to join us for an exciting HOLI 2013!!

Place

  • Salem High School
  • 44 Geremonty Drive. Salem, NH 03079

Date

  • Saturday 27th April, 2013

Program

  • 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm Social Hour, Games, Snacks
  • 6:45 PM Cultural Program
  • Followed by: Dinner, DJ and Dance

Entry Fee

  • Members
  • Adult:$25
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$15
  • Non-Members
  • Adults & Guests:$35
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$20
  • Children Under 5: Free
  • Checks must be post-marked by April 15th, 2013: Add $5 per Person after due date.
  • Please note: Seats are limited. Reservation is strictly on first come first serve basis. Please reserve your entry by sending in your commitment via checks at the earliest.
  • Also, note that verbal and/or E-mail commitments will not be accepted as a method of reserving seats.

Membership Info

  • Membership fee for the calendar year (January to December) of 2013 is $20 per family or $15 per person. Life membership fee is $150 per family.

Youth Group

  • IAMV’s Youth Group is a lively, vibrant community of teens who enjoy sharing life’s many experiences with each other. Youth Group provides exciting events in a warm, nurturing environment for all who wish to participate. IAMV's youth groups offer a multitude of activities including social, religious, cultural, athletic, community service and more, all designed to provide opportunities for youth to meet and interact in a positive Indian environment.
  • The overall program follows the guidelines set forth by the IAMV to provide youth with experiences and opportunities in the community service and leadership. The Youth Group activities are planned and implemented by the youth and adult leaders with the guidance of our Youth Programs Coordinator. Each year is a new year for Youth Group.
  • We invite all teens with interest and involvement to participate in youth activities. Parents of eligible youth, age 13-18. Please contact IAMV Youth Group at gulshan_r3g@yahoo.com

Holi Cultural Program

  • The performers and their families must send payment by March 27th, 2013 and rest of the guests attending the function should send the check no later than April 15th , 2013 (All Checks Payable to "IAMV").
  • The overall program follows the guidelines set forth by the IAMV to provide youth with experiences and opportunities in the community service and leadership. The Youth Group activities are planned and implemented by the youth and adult leaders with the guidance of our Youth Programs Coordinator. Each year is a new year for Youth Group.
  • We invite all teens with interest and involvement to participate in youth activities. Parents of eligible youth, age 13-18. Please contact IAMV Youth Group at gulshan_r3g@yahoo.com

Performers and their families check mailing address

  • IAMV Cultural,
    104 High Street,
    North Andover, MA 01845.

Guest's check mailing address

  • IAMV,
    69 Cross Road,
    Andover, MA 01810.

IAMV Scholarship Announcement

  • IAMV is pleased to announce that we shall be awarding scholarships to the college bound high school students in 2012. Rules for eligibility and process will be circulated to the IAMV community in the near future. If anyone is interested in sponsoring these scholarships, you are requested to contact Mr. Jagdish Garg at: jgarg@comcast.net

Advertisers and Sponsors

  • IAMV’s core strength is its dedicated volunteers and executive committee, which is backed by continued enthusiastic support from the area community. The association is looking for individual and company sponsors to support this cause. IAMV welcomes anyone who is willing to sponsor Trophies, Sweets, DJ, or other creative items. Sponsorship revenues and donations make it possible for us to achieve their goals and help the community. For details please visit http://iamv.org.
  • To reserve a spot in the Advertisement Booklet or for more information, please contact IAMV Public Relations at tkantesaria@gmail.com. Executive committee of IAMV thanks all the sponsors and supporters who by their generous financial support have shown true community spirit.

Summer Outing

Place

  • Bear Brook State Park
  • Allenstown, New Hampshire
  • Directions from I-93 North:
  • Exit 9N onto Route 3/28 North and follow signs to Bear Brook State Park. Park Telephone: 603-485-9874

Date

  • July 21st, 2013, 11AM – 5PM.
  • (Park is about 50 miles (1 hour) north of the Mass border, please plan accordingly to arrive on time!)

Program

  • Snacks: 11AM – 12:00 Noon
  • Lunch: 2 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Tea: 4 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Enjoy nearly 10,000 acres of scenic beauty with facilities for hiking, biking, swimming, fishing and boating. We will bring snacks, soft drinks and lunch including appetizers and much more; but bring your own beer or wine (No hard liquor please!).

Entry Fee

  • Members
  • Adult:$15
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$10
  • Non-Members
  • Adults & Guests:$20
  • Full time students and children 5 years & older :$15
  • Children Under 5: Free
  • Checks must be post marked by July 10, 2013; Add $5 per person after this date..
  • Please note: The capacity of group is limited to 100 head counts. Hence, admission is strictly on first come basis. Attendees please let us know the number of kids who are under 5 in advance.
  • The Entry Fee includes the cost of admission to the park. Please tell the park attendant that you are with IAMV. Please fill out and send the form on the back by July 10th, 2013.