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SUMMARY:Diwali Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the Festival of Lights with five days of puja and aarti. Due to the large amount of devotees that want to attend\, Kali Puja on Saturday and Aarti on Saturday and Sunday is by reservation only.   \nHow reservations work \n\nRegistration is free. You can add a sponsorship when you book (see below).\nAartis will last 20 min\, then we will clear the temple out to allow the next group in.\nYou’ll receive a confirmation email with your time slot. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of your time slot and show the confirmation at the door.\nThe temple will be open from 12 PM – 8 PM for Darshan hours Saturday & Sunday.\nWe encourage everyone to bring fruits and flowers to offer.\n\n\nSCHEDULE\nFriday\, Nov. 6 \n\nDarshan Hours: 4 PM – 7 PM\nPuja: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Dhanteras Puja\, Sri Ganesha and Lakshmi Puja\, Kalasha Sthapana \n\nSaturday\, Nov. 7 \n\nDarshan Hours: 12 PM – 8 PM\nPuja (70 spots; booking required): 3 PM–4 PM: Kali Puja & Aarti\nAarti slots (70 spots each; booking required): 4:30 | 5:00 | 5:30 | 6:00 | 6:30 | 7:00 | 7:30 PM\n\nSunday\, Nov 8: Diwali Day \n\nCulture Tree Diwali: 10 AM – 11 AM\nDarshan Hours: 12 PM – 8 PM\nAarti & archana slots (70 spots each; booking required): 5:00 | 5:30 | 6:00 | 6:30 | 7:00 | 7:30 PM\n\nMonday\, Nov 9 \n\nDarshan hours: 4 – 7 PM\n6 PM: Govardhan Puja\n\nTuesday\, Nov 10 \n\nDarshan hours: 4 – 7 PM\n6 PM: Kalasha Abhishekam for Mother Lakshmi
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/diwali-festival/
LOCATION:Broome Street Ganesha Temple\, 430 Broome St\, 2nd Floor\, New York\, New York\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Diwali Lights Up Asia Society 2026
DESCRIPTION:Diwali\, often known as the festival of lights\, is celebrated in South Asia\, by Hindus\, Sikhs\, Jains\, and Buddhists. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness\, knowledge over ignorance\, and hope over despair. \nDiwali returns to Asia Society with a colorful\, fun-filled\, and multi-sensorial afternoon\, presented in collaboration with The Culture Tree. \nJoin us on November 7\, 2026\, 1 – 4 p.m.\, to celebrate good fortune\, family\, and friendships. Enjoy music and dance performances\, storytelling\, and hands-on arts and crafts inspired by the holiday. \nMake sure to check out our special Diwali menu at Asia Society’s Leo Cafe for the occasion. \n\nSchedule\nSchedule subject to change. Watch this space for schedule updates. \nThis year’s Diwali celebration features dance and music performances in Asia Society’s Visitor Center\, Auditorium as well as arts and crafts and storytelling on the Eighth Floor. \nAuditorium\n1 p.m. Introduction to Diwali \n1.15 p.m. Express Yourself through Indian Dance: Learn the languages of Bharatnatyam and Kathak! \n2:15 p.m. Interactive Puppet Shows: Stories of Diwali \n3:15 p.m.  Express Yourself through Indian Dance: Learn the Ghoomar and Bhangra dance forms for a fun-filled Diwali dance party! \nVisitor Center/First Floor Lobby\n“Meet and Greet” with Lord Ganesh \nCome check out the statue of the Indian god Ganesh at Asia Society\, and read about his symbolism in Indian culture and significance during Diwali. \nEighth Floor\n1 – 4 p.m. Arts and Crafts\, Sweets and Storytelling \nMake your own Diya: During Diwali\, people light small clay lamps called diyas to symbolize the light of knowledge and goodness. Make and decorate your own clay diya to put by your window at night. \nDiwali Jewelry and Key Chains: Make Diwali-inspired jewelry and keychain charms. \nHenna Tattoos: Come and get elaborate temporary tattoos on your hands. \nDiwali Mithai Decoration: Learn about mithai\, Indian sweets which are integral to Diwali. Decorate your mithai and then eat it. \nDiwali Library and Mask Making: Learn more about the stories of Diwali through an interactive storytime session\, and make your own Diwali mask!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/diwali-lights-up-asia-society-2026/
LOCATION:Asia Society\, 725 Park Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10021
CATEGORIES:Dance,Family Day,Festival,Performance
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SUMMARY:No One Else Says - Vol.3 Asian Culture Festival
DESCRIPTION:No One Else Says Festival Vol. 3 is an independent Asian culture festival bringing together music\, film\, art\, and creative communities in New York City. \nTaking place on November 7 at 100 Sutton in Greenpoint\, Brooklyn\, the festival features a full day of live performances by Asian and Asian American indie artists\, including Sab Star\, Sen Morimoto\, Whisper Doll\, Layton Wu 雷顿狗 and more. Expect sounds ranging from indie rock and shoegaze to bedroom pop\, experimental music\, and folk. \nBeyond the music\, the festival will feature independent short films and music video screenings\, intimate artist talks\, and a creative market showcasing independent artists\, designers\, and small brands. This year’s edition also introduces a fish tank-inspired stage and a dedicated screening room. \nMore than just a music festival\, No One Else Says is a space to discover new artists\, connect with fellow creatives\, and celebrate the diversity of Asian creative expression. \nRooted in Asian creativity. Open to everyone.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/no-one-else-says-vol-3-asian-culture-festival/
LOCATION:100 Sutton Event Space\, 100 Sutton Street\, 2 Flr.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film,Music,Performance
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