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Latest Colorado Events
| HIMMATWALA - Hindi Movie *Ajay
Devgan, Tamannah | Himmatwala is the new remake of the 1983 Himmatwala movie by Jitendra and Jayaprada.
Directed by Sajid Khan
Produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Siddharth Roy Kapur Starring Ajay Devgan, Tamannaah
Music by Sajid-Wajid
Show timings: 2pm, 5:15pm and 9:45pm Check with theater for any changes. Venue : UA Greenwood Plaza 16, 8141 E Arapahoe Rd, Englewood CO 80112 Date : 03/29/2013-04/11/2013 2pm, 5:15pm, 9:45pm Contact : (303) 741-2606
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| Vijaya
Naama Ugadi Celebrations at SV Temple of
Colorado | Sri Venkateswara Temple of Colorado celebrates Vijaya Naama Ugadi on 10th April.
09:00 am Suprabhatam, Aradhana & Archana
10:30 am Koluvu Srinivasa Murthy Abhishekam
06:00pm Vasantothsavam
(All sponsors are requested to wear dhavala vastram during Pooja)
07:00pm Panchanga Sravanam
Grand Sponsorship is $116 & Vasantothsavam Sponsorship is $51 Call temple to schedule your puja at 303- 660 - 9555. Venue : SV Temple of Colorado 1495 South Ridge Road, Castle Rock CO 80104 Date : 04/10/2013 9am-7pm Contact : 303- 660 - 9555 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Shri
Swaminarayan Jayanti & Shri Ramnavami
Samaiyo | BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha cordially invites you with your family and friends to celebrate Shri Swaminarayan Jayanti & Shri Ramnavami Samaiyo. Maha Prasad will be served after sabha, Experience a unique program filled with music and spiritual discourses. Venue : Aurora Assn of Realtors, 14201 E Evans Dr, Aurora, CO 80014 Date : 04/13/2013 4pm onwards Contact : Piyush Bhai Ashra 720-838-3777 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Vijaya
Naama Ugadi Celebrations at Colorado
Springs | Colorado Springs Telugu Association (COSTA) is celebrating Sri Vijaya Naama Samvatsara Ugadi, and invites everyone to take part in the festival. Entry: $10/adult, $5/kid (5-15yrs old).
Enjoy the best entertainment program, followed by the tasty Andhra dinner. Contact the volunteers in the attached flyer, or at the website http://costelugu.org Venue : Horace Mann Middle School, 1001 E Van Buren St, Col.Springs 80907 Date : 04/13/2013 3pm-7pm Contact : http://costelugu.org Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| New
Year Eve Cultural Program and Parade by Rocky Mountain
Friends of Nepal | It’s that time of the year when we say goodbye to Nepali Year 2069 B.S. and welcome Nepali New Year 2070 B.S. Rocky Mountain Friends of Nepal will celebrate Nepali New Year’s Eve party on 13th of April 2013 starting from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. There will also be a Nepal Day Parade in Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302. There will be general gathering at Boulder Public Library Lawn at 1:30 PM of 14th April 2013. The parade will start at 2:00 PM and will conclude at 4:00 PM. Please dress up in traditional Nepali attire of different ethnicity. This parade is free to the public. Venue : Hamilton Middle School 8600 E Dartmouth Ave, Denver, CO 80231 Date : 04/13/2013-04/14/2013 See details Contact : http://rmfn.org/
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| Tamil
Varusha Pirappu at SV Temple of Colorado | SV Temple of Colorado celebrates Tamil Varusha Pirappu on 13th April. There will be special Venkateswara Archana at 10:30am, and Visesha archana every hour from 11am onwards. For details, visit http://svtempleco.org Venue : SV Temple of Colorado, 1495 S Ridge Rd, Castle Rock, CO Date : 04/13/2013 10:30am onwards Contact : http://svtempleco.org
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| FortCollins Ugadi
Sambaralu-2013 | Let's welcome the New Year with Panchaanga Sravanam, Vepa-puvvu-pachadi, tasty Telugu-bhojanam, company of Telugu friends dressed in colorful traditional clothing, fun-filled games and so on! Please let us know of other Telugu friends in this region that are not currently in the invite list. Please respond to telugusofno...@gmail.com. Contact Swamy (970)372-1253 for more details and participation. Venue : University Village Center: 1600 West Plum Street, Fort Collins Date : 04/14/2013 11am-6pm Contact : Swamy (970)372-1253
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| Sri
Rama Navami Celebrations by Shirdi Saibaba Temple of
Rockies | Shri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Rockies cordially invites everyone to Sri Rama Navami celebrations. Program Highlights: Vighneshwara and Kalasa Pooja, Saibaba Maha Abhishekam, Devotional Bhajans by Sai Group, Volunteers, Archana followed by Maha Naivedyam, Madyanha Aarti
Prasadam Sign up
Sheet
Email us for participation:
bha...@shirdisaiofrockies.org
pras...@shirdisaiofrockies.org Venue : South Middle School, 12310 E Peakview Dr, Aurora CO 80011 Date : 04/20/2013 8:30am-2:30pm Contact : http://www.shirdisaiofrockies.org
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| 6th
Annual Rocky Mountain Thyagaraja Utsavam | CFAA is organizing 6th Annual Rocky Mountain Thyagaraja Utsavam. Schedule: Sat 4/20 9am-1pm: Saint Thyagaraja Kritis by Invited Sangeetha Kalakaars, Invited Natya Kalakaars and Sub-Junior/Junior vocal finals. Entry is free to all. Sat 4/20 11am: Bharatanatyam by Medha Hari. Entry is free to all. Sat 4/20 3pm-6pm: Bharatnatyam
Krishna by Shijith Nambiar, Parvathy Menon & Group. Entry: $25 for General, Free to Participants & CFAA Patrons. Sun 4/21 3pm-6pm: Carnatic Vocal Concert by Sikkil Gurucharan. Entry: $25 for General, Free to Participants & CFAA Patrons. For more details, visit http://coloradofinearts.org or call at 720-340-CFAA. Venue : Gateway High School, 1300 S Sable Blvd, Aurora, CO, 80012 Date : 04/20/2013-04/21/2013 See details Contact : http://coloradofinearts.org Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Shri
Rama Navami Celebration at Hindu Temple of
Colorado | HINDU TEMPLE and CULTURAL CENTER of the ROCKIES
INVITES YOU TO JOIN IN THE CELEBRATION of Sri Ram Navami on Saturday, April 20 to Sunday, April 21, 2013 Program: Saturday,
April 20
Ram Poojaa 10:00 AM
Akhand Paath of Ram Charit Maanas begins 11:00 AM
Sunday,
April 21
Akhand Paath of Ram Charit Maanas ends 11:00 AM
Bhajanas, Pravachan etc. 11:00 – Noon
Sri Ram Birthday Celebrations 12:00 - 12:15
Stotra Reading 12:15 - 12:45
Announcements, Update on New Temple Project
Arati and Prasad
12:45 - 12:50
12:50 – 1:30
If you are interested in participating in Akhand Ramayan Paath, please call
Manohar Arora at 303-568-0746 (H) or 720-877-1047 (Cell).
For further details, please call Acharya ji or Pandit ji at (303) 948-9693. Venue : Hindu Temple of Colorado, 8375 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Littleton, CO 80128 Date : 04/20/2013-04/21/2013 See details Contact : (303) 948-9693
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| Sri
Ram Navami celebrations at ISKCON Temple | ISKCON Temple is celebrating Sri Ram Navami. Stay tuned for more information. Venue : Sri Radha Krishna Mandir (ISKCON), 1400 Cherry St, Denver Date : 04/20/2013 4pm onwards Contact : http://krishnadenver.com
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Museum of Nature &
Science | Enjoy a free day at Denver Museum of Nature & History. Free Days are for Colorado residents only. A fee still applies to IMAX films, and Planetarium shows. The Museum is open seven days a week year-round, with the exception of December 25. Founded in 1900, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science traces its origins back more than a hundred years to one man’s efforts and a little log cabin tucked away in the mountains. Today the Museum continues to evolve, expanding in both size and breadth of activities, as our exhibits, programs, research, and collections continue to offer opportunities for discovery. Venue : Nature & Science Museum, 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80205 Date : 04/21/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.dmns.org
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| Sri
Rama Navami celebrations? by Rocky Mountain Hanuman
Organization | JET/Denver and Rocky Mountain Hanuman Organization are co-hosting the Sri Rama Navami celebrations on Sunday, April 21. On the occasion Sri Rama Navami, Sita Rama Kalyana Mahotsavam will be performed in a traditional way as in Bhadrachalam, AP. If you have any questions, please contact
Srini Tripasuri - 303-808-8907, Mohan Sagar - 303 696 1359, Sudarshan Chilkoor - 720 488 6796, Srinidhi Magge - 303 366 8840
We hope you all can participate with your family and friends in the Sri Rama Navami event, and receive Lord Sri Rama's mighty blessings!!! Venue : Lakeview Event Center, 7864 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood CO Date : 04/21/2013 9:30am-2pm Contact : http://www.facebook.com/RockyMountainHanumanOrg Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Summer
Desi Fashion | Hi Friends,,,,,Are you Ready for Summer...we are ready to get the latest fashion From India to Colorado...Presenting to you....your one stop Desi funday....Get your Desi Fashion Dresses,Sarees,Suits,Kurti,Jewelry and yummy yummy Chaats...all under one roof...all the Details will be posted soon.....Vendors Contact= Poonam Kakkar
Venue : 6601 S.Wheatlands parkway,Aurora,Co 80016 Date : 04/21/2013 11:00am-5:00pm Contact : Poonam Kakkar 720-280-7729 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Summer
Desi Fashion Event by Fashionista on 21st
April | Fashionista Jewelry Presents Summer Desi Fashion (Family Fun Event). Delicious Indian Food Stalls, Chaats, South and North Indian Food, Colorful Indian Sarees, Salwar Suits, Mehendi, Custom and Fashion Jewelry, Craft and Gift articles, Raffles drawing every hour, Entertainment program. Free entry. For booths contact us. Venue : 6601 Wheatlands Pkwy, Aurora, CO Date : 04/21/2013 11am-5pm Contact : Poonam Kakkar 720-280-7729
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| Finding solutions for life
challenges - Meet the Vedic Astrologer Sri
Jayachandraraj | Guruji, Sri Jayachandraraj Gopalapillai, is a vedic astrologer, who strongly believes in “democratizing astrology”, to unlock the implicit potential of the human minds to better navigate the challenges. He will be in Colorado for consultation by appointment at shi...@yahoo.com or 720-318-8236 Date: 04/21to 04/28. Also 05/9 and May 05/10
Please email us all the family members place, time and date of birth prior to consultation. Skype consultation is also possible. See details in the attached flyer. Venue : By Appt only at 2621 Gray Wolf loop, Broomfield, CO Date : 04/21/2013-04/28/2013 By appt.. See details Contact : Email shi...@yahoo.com or call 720-318-8236 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Botanic Gardens in York
Street | Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate our Western identity and a unique high altitude climate and geography. Free days for Colorado residents are held throughout the year at both Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield thanks to funding from the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Venue : Denver Botanical Gardens, 1005 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 Date : 04/22/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.botanicgardens.org
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| ANY
BODY CAN DANCE - India's first 3D Dance
movie | Exclusive screening of India's first 3D dance movie "Any Body Can Dance 3D." This movie is directed by India's leading dance choreographer Remo D'souza and features Prabhu Deva (India's Dancing Superstar & award winning Choreographer), Ganesh Acharya (Bollywood choreographer), Lauren Gottlieb (Top 6 in So You Think You Can Dance season 3) & Top dancers from India's best dance reality show "Dance India Dance". Reserve your ticket now at here. This movie has a variety of incredible dance sequences which is a must watch for all dance enthusiasts. Though this movie is in Hindi, we all know Music & Dance knows no language barrier, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to experience this movie right here in Colorado. Venue : AMC Flatiron Crossing 14 , 61 West Flatiron Circle , Broomfield, CO 80021 Date : 04/23/2013 7:30pm Contact : http://www.tugg.com/go/7vu1dj
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| 2013
Sri Vijaya Nama Samvatsara Ugadi Vedukalu by Colorado
Telugu Association | CTA cordially invites you with your family and friends to 2013 SRI VIJAYA NAMA SAMAVATSARA UGADI VEDUKALU & COLORS OF MUSIC EXTRAVANZA
(LIVE CONCERT by ANJANA SOWMYA (MAA TV Super Singer Award Winner) & VENU (playback singer)) Here is the schedule:
2:00pm-3:00pm: Social Hour
3:00pm-8:00pm: Cultural programs with local talents including Dance, Music, Drama, Skits and Varieties of entertaining programs
8:00pm-9:00pm: Authentic Telugu Dinner
From 9pm onwards "Colors of Music", Live Concert by MAA TV Super Singer "ANJANA SOWMYA (Award Winner)" and VENU SRIRANGAM (famous play back singer) along with local talent.
We now invite all your participation for the cultural events including Classical, Contemporary, Folk and Cine Dance, Music, Skits and any creative talents. Please send in your entry by email to Cultural. For any questions on cultural items, pl contact our Cultural Secretary Ms.Naga Deepa Gajavalli at 720-940-4842. Venue : South Middle School, 12310 E. Parkview Dr., Aurora, CO 80011 Date : 04/27/2013 2pm onwards Contact : 720-940-4842 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| New
Year Celebrations by Tamil Association of
Colorado | Tamil Association of Colorado celebrates the Tamil New Year with great festivities.
Chithirai Thiruvizha 2013 Cultural Program
an evening of music and dance on Saturday the 27th of April at 4:00PM at Vista Peak High school, 24500 E 6th Ave, Aurora, CO 80018
Dinner: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Venue : Vista Peak High school, 24500 E 6th Ave, Aurora, CO 80018 Date : 04/27/2013 4pm Contact : http://tamilcolorado.org
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Art Museum | Denver Art Museum preserves the ancient and modern art from different parts of the world. On the first Saturday of every month, you can enjoy our art collections and non-ticketed exhibitions without spending a dime! Free general admission does not include ticketed exhibitions, which require a fee. Free tickets are available on-site starting at 10 am. Venue : Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204 Date : 04/28/2013 10am-5pm Contact : http://www.denverartmuseum.org
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| 5th
Annual Indian Music and Dance with Rajeev
Taranath | Acclaimed instrumentalist Rajeev Taranath is one of India's leading masters of the sarod, the lyrical and richly textured relative of the lute. Accompanied by outstanding tabla artist, Abhiman Kaushal, much sought after for his sensitive accompaniment and intense solo playing. Sarah Morelli, Associate Professor of World Music at DU and student of the performing arts of India since 1992, will provide explanations, color and the exquisite movement of classical Indian dance.
Reservations Required, seating limited. Doors open at 1:00pm. Open seating. Information: 720-913-0040 or bli...@denverartmuseum.org Venue : Sharp Auditorium, Hamilton Building, Denver Art Museum Date : 04/28/2013 2:00pm-4:00pm Doors open at 1:00pm Contact : Reservations required, seating limited: 720-913-0130 or www.denverartmuseum.org/buy tickets. Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Dulhan
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4 'Hotel Scale' DulhanExpos: 1500-2000 Visitors Venue : Radisson Piscataway-Somerset NJ Date : 04/28/2013 12pm-7pm Contact : Sumit Arya
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Botanic Gardens at
Chatfield | Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield is a picturesque nature preserve among the grasslands, ponds and cottonwood banks of Deer Creek. Facilities include nature trails, a wildlife observation area, display gardens, educational exhibits, a historical farm, a 19th century one-room schoolhouse, working beehives and picnic areas. Check out our new Deer Creek Discovery children’s area, which includes a whimsical tree house and a water feature. Free days for Colorado residents. No visitors admitted after 4:30pm. Venue : Denver Botanical Gardens, 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128 Date : 05/03/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.botanicgardens.org
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Art Museum | Denver Art Museum preserves the ancient and modern art from different parts of the world. On the first Saturday of every month, you can enjoy our art collections and non-ticketed exhibitions without spending a dime! Free general admission does not include ticketed exhibitions, which require a fee. Free tickets are available on-site starting at 10 am. Venue : Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204 Date : 05/04/2013 10am-5pm Contact : http://www.denverartmuseum.org
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| India's Leading Astrologer - Pandit
Sandeep Aavchat | Pt. Avachat is a leading astrologer to bollywood stars and top businessmen with shows on Star Maza and Star Pravah. He provides consultation in Vedic Astrology and guides individuals towards success in their life path.
Please get in touch with Pt. Avachat for consultation on all the Astrology related subjects including Kundali- Eastern horoscope reading, Vastu- Indian Feng Shui, Palmistry, Numerology, Ayurvedic- medical astrology relation with medical problems,Gems & their effects on human body, Vedic astrology, and influence of planets on mind and behavior.
He will be available for consultation in Highlands Ranch just for 3 days. Special consultation fee $40 for unlimited questions (in-person 30 mins and then over the phone). To book an appointment contact Adi 720-775-9382 or email aditya....@gmail.com.
He is in Denver for just 4 days. Book your consultation soon before all the appointment slots are booked! Venue : Highlands Ranch Date : 05/04/2013-05/07/2013 9:00am to 9:00pm Contact : 720-775-9382 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Holi
Special Program with Pandit Sandeep Avachat by Marathi
Mandal | •Pandit Sandeep Avachat, India's leading astrolger will present
?"Dilkhulas Rashi" & "Khas tumchya sathi"
? A two part interactive program with the audience; on Astrology & Rashi
?Special in-person or phone consultation by appointment from May 4th - May7th contact - Aditya Mukadam or Meenal Mukadam
•Yum Yum food and free child care
(Pandit Avachat provides consultations in all the Astrology related subjects including Kundali- Eastern horoscope reading, Vastu- Indian Feng Shui, Palmistry, Numerology, Ayurvedic- medical astrology and many more.) Venue : Only by Appointment Adi at 720-775-9382 Date : 05/04/2013-05/07/2013 See details Contact : Adi at 720-775-9382 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Museum of Nature &
Science | Enjoy a free day at Denver Museum of Nature & History. Free Days are for Colorado residents only. A fee still applies to IMAX films, and Planetarium shows. The Museum is open seven days a week year-round, with the exception of December 25. Founded in 1900, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science traces its origins back more than a hundred years to one man’s efforts and a little log cabin tucked away in the mountains. Today the Museum continues to evolve, expanding in both size and breadth of activities, as our exhibits, programs, research, and collections continue to offer opportunities for discovery. Venue : Nature & Science Museum, 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80205 Date : 05/12/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.dmns.org
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| The
Fantastic Laser World of Manick Sorcar: An Extravaganza
of Dance-Drama-Animation- | Asha for Education’s Colorado Chapter is proudly presenting Manick Sorcar’s Laser Fantasy- an extravaganza of Dance-Drama-Animation-Magic!
Asha is a 100% volunteer-based, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of poor and underprivileged children in India by supporting basic education projects.
Asha Colorado invites you to this extravaganza to experience this unique spectacle. We feel this is a great way to spend Mother's Day. It will be a fun afternoon for the whole family, doubled with the satisfaction of helping the noble cause of supporting impoverished kids in India through basic education.
Venue : The Theater at Colorado Height University (3001 S Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80236) Date : 05/12/2013 4:00PM Contact : (970) 823-2265 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Dwaja
Stambha Prathishta Mahotsavam at SV
Temple | Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple of Colorado is pleased to announce Dwaja Stambha Prathishta Mahotsavam. See the details in the attachment. Venue : SV Temple of Colorado, 1495 S Ridge Rd, Castle Rock, CO Date : 05/15/2013 7am Contact : http://svtempleco.org
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| 14th
Indian Dance Festival by Kerala Association of
Colorado | Kerala Association of Colorado cordially invites all to 14th Indian Dance Festival on 18th May 2013 from 4:30pm onwards. Details to be posted soon! Keep the date reserved in your calendar. Venue : Hinkley High School, 1250 Chambers Rd Aurora, CO 80011 Date : 05/18/2013 4:30pm onwards Contact : http://colorkerala.org
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