The Oklahoma Desi - India Association of Greater Tulsa

The Oklahoma Desi
Volume III, Issue 1, January 2007
From the President’s Desk …
Dear IAGT Patrons:
As I look ahead, I find myself reflecting on how to advance the mission and interests of the India Association
of Greater Tulsa (IAGT) and its members while building on the achievements of the past few years. Your new
committee has already met several times to outline a plan for the year 2007 and we have chosen to make this
year one of appreciation, collaboration and integration.
In the last two years, during which I have been closely associated with the India Association of Greater Tulsa
as an executive committee member, I have seen it raise the bar from one event to the next and from one year
to the next. This has only been possible because of the support from all members, the time and efforts of some
very dedicated volunteers, the generosity of several sponsors, and a lot of hard work by the executive committee members. I truly appreciate all of you for your service and support.
This year, we will continue with our focus on collaboration among various Indian organizations, promotion
of a better understanding of Indian culture among other local communities and advancement of the causes of
our members. Some of our specific plans include providing different flavors to the events organized by IAGT,
introducing a games and sports program, and celebrating “Utsav – India Fest” at a larger scale to commemorate India’s 60th year of Independence.
IAGT is a completely voluntary organization and I have faith that I can count on your continued support for
the success of our organization. I encourage you to sign up for our mailing list and e-mail list, become a member by paying membership dues, become a volunteer, and sponsor our mailings and events. I welcome your
suggestions and feedback. Please visit our new and enhanced Website at www.iagtok.org, send an e-mail to
indiatul@iagtok.org, or call us at (918) 615-2383.
Sincerely,
Ajay Ray,
President, IAGT–2007
Welcome to the Third Year of the Oklahoma Desi!
IAGT Calendar of Events - 2007
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•Saturday Feb 24 , 2007
•March/April
•Sunday, April 29, 2007
•Saturday, Sept 08, 2007
•Saturday, Nov 17, 2007
•December 31, 2006
Bollywood Hangama, 3:00-5:00 PM
Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 E 6th St, Tulsa
Games
Holi Picnic, 4:00-7:00 PM
Haikey Creek Park, 11300 S Garnett Rd, Broken Arrow
Utsav - India Fest, HTGT, 16943 E 21st Street, Tulsa
If you have not renewed
your IAGT Membership
please do so today.
Log on to IAGT website www.iagtok.org for
the membership form.
Diwali Cultural Program, Thoreau Academy Auditorium, 7370 E 71st St, Tulsa
New Years Eve Party
Please visit IAGT Website www.iagtok.org prior to event date for updates and changes
DESI DHAMAKA — NEW YEARS EVE BASH
While the beginning of 2006 was truly delightful with our first event,
“Delight in India”, we ended this year with a Bang – with the Desi
Dhamaka New Year’s Party! Attendance was in record numbers –
we had over 260 people at the party. A good time was had by all,
children and adults alike.
There was plenty of delicious food catered by India Palace, and soft
drinks and champagne were on the house. Good food, loud and fast
paced music, a very engaging DJ Russ, an overflowing Dance floor,
and a very busy cash bar – what more could we have asked for?
Kids had a great time while
their parents got to enjoy the party. The Kids’ room was a huge hit
with cookie decorating, face painting, crafts, pizza, and movie time.
We got a lot of positive feedback from the crowd.
Our thanks to Kalpesh Desai and Clarion Hotel for the location and
their willingness to work with us on all our needs; India Palace, as always, for providing us with food at a substantially reduced cost; DJ
Russell Kabir, for coming all the way from Dallas; and of course, our
multitude of volunteers and committee members who worked very
hard to make this event a very successful one.
GAME TIME
IAGT is organizing games in March/April and would like to invite participants for
this event. The games include Carrom, Chess, Cricket (8 members team) and Table
Tennis. For registration please contact IAGT by 15-Mar-07 at indiatul@iagtok.org,
or (918) 615 2383 . In order to register please provide us with the following information - The games you wish to compete in, your name, sex, age group (12 or under, 1318, over 18), and contact information. Please also let us know if you have board/
equipment for the Game. IAGT member entry fee is $5 for Carrom, Chess and Table
Tennis and $50 per team for Cricket, payable before your first game. Non members
pay an additional $5 per person.
Winners will be awarded prizes during Holi Picnic on Sunday, April 29, 2007
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Forthcoming Community Events:
Shree Lord Krishna Society: (Contact: Mahendra Parekh, (918) 459-0081, mparekhtulsa@hotmail.com)
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ShivRatri, Friday, Feb 16 2007. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Bhajans followed by Dinner. All welcome.
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Holi Saturday, March 3, 2007 3:00 PM.
Gujarati Comedy Hit Drama : 'MAARO PATI CROREPATI' Thursday, February 22, 2007. 6:30 PM
Tickets: VIP $25.00. Members $15.00, Kids $5.00. Non-members $20.00, Kids $5.00. Some snack will be provided free.
Annual General Meeting. Members Only. Saturday February 17, 2007. 3:00 PM. Please remit 2007 dues.
Ram Navmi Tuesday March 27, 2007. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Bhajans followed by dinner. All welcome.
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Please send in community news, your achievements and accomplishments and details about
events to indiatul@iagtok.org
Information on Various Indian Organizations
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Art of Living: Contact: Kusum and Bhupendra Master, Ph. (918) 298.4888, Email: kusum912@yahoo.com
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Bengali Association: Contact: Bharati Sen (918) 254-4111 bharatisen@aol.com
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Christian Organization: Contact: Zack Varghees (918) 740-3841 Email: olivemala@aol.com
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India Women’s Club/Ladies Coffee: Contact: Pratibha Sachdev, (918) 252-4729, mountaingirl@att.net
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Islamic Society of Tulsa: Contact: Sheryl Siddiqui, (918) 638-2670/665-2023, www.istulsa.org Address: 4630 South Irvington Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74135
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Oklahoma Telugu Sangam: Contact: Srihari Musapeta, (918) 459-0501, hmusapeta@aol.com
Avatar Meher Baba Heartland Center (AMBHC): Contact: Michael D. Ivey (405) 567-4774.
http://heartland.meherbaba.org/,
Bhakti Yoga Group:- Contact: Chandra & Kalpana Nautiyal (918) 249-9065 knautiyal63@yahoo.com
Hindu Temple of Greater Tulsa (HTGT): Contact: (918) 438-3850, www.tulsatemple.org, info@tulsatemple.org Location: 16943 East 21st Street. 4 miles East of Hwy 169 on 21st Street.
President: Parthasarathy Karamched Priest: Sri G. Venu Gopala Swamy, Office Manager: Usha Karamched
India Association of Greater Tulsa (IAGT). Contact: (918) 615-2383 indiatul@iagtok.org, www.iagtok.org
President: Ajay Ray, (918) 812-0703
Indo American Chamber of Commerce (IACCO): Contact: Jane Perkins, (918) 587.1162, C: (918) 809.3773
tus@iaccok.org, www.IACCOK.ORG
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Radhaswami Group: Contact: Sheetal Chugani, (918) 461-9046, sheetal_chug@hotmail.com
Ramayan Group: Contact: Rani Lal, (918) 298-0242, manoharlal@netzero.net
South Asian Performing Arts Foundation (SAPAF): Contact: Santanu Das, (918) 361-7472 or Hema Kumar, (918) 4087108, info@sapaf.org, http://www.sapaf.org/
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Shri Lord Krishna Society (SLKS): Contact: Mahendra Parekh (President), (918) 459-0081, cell 810-9619,
mparekhtulsa@hotmail.com, Address: 2805 W 48th Street.
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Sikh Association: Contact: Rana Sangha, (918) 481-0929, rsangha@cox.net.
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Oklahoma State University (OSU): Contact: Stillwater India Student Association, President, Shireen Hyrapiet,
http://www.orgs.okstate.edu/india/
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Oklahoma University (OU): Contact: Anil Kaul, (918) 812-5255, lalchowk@cox.net
Swadhyay: Contact: Kusum and Bhupendra Master, Ph. (918) 298.4888, kusum912@yahoo.com
Tamil Association: Contact: Shanmugmani (918) 449-0716, sashti66@yahoo.com
Tulsa Jain Sangh : Contact: Kanti Shah (918) 369-3163, tjspresident06@yahoo.com or kshah4@cox.net,
Tulsa Jain Sangh,Inc, 6922 S.Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136.
Address:
Tulsa University (India Students Association): Contact: President, Ashutosh Kak, ashutosh-kak@utulsa.edu,
http://orgs.utulsa.edu/tuisa/cgi-bin/home.cgi
WELCOME — New Organization
Avatar Meher Baba Heartland Center: AMBHC is located in Prague, about one hour west of Tulsa .
http://heartland.meherbaba.org/. The AMBHC is a non-profit spiritual center dedicated to Avatar Meher Baba
(1894-1969) of Ahmednagar, MS. The AMBHC was established in May of 2005 as a place of pilgrimage and source
of information for those interested in visiting the sites associated with Meher Baba in Oklahoma. Pilgrims may
choose from a large library of books about Meher Baba’s life and teachings. Overnight stays are welcome with a
suggested donation of $20/night. A caretaker is on site at all times. All with an interest in Avatar Meher Baba and
the places associated with His advent are invited to visit the AMB Heartland Center.
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If you are a business interested in promoting yourself within the Indian Community, we need
your support. You can help by sponsoring future mailings of OK Desi and/or other IAGT events or
by placing your Ad on http://www.iagtok.org. Please contact Bharat Soni at (918) 252-0998
To
IAGT
P.O. Box No. 54682
Tulsa, OK 74155-4682
The Oklahoma Desi
The Oklahoma Desi
Volume III, Issue 1 January 2007
Music Concert by
Heartbeats USA
Check them out @ www.bollywoodband.com
Saturday, February 24th, 2007
3:00—5:00 PM
Central Center in Centennial Park,
1028 E 6th St, Tulsa
Please See the Enclosed Flyer For Details
Sponsored by:
The India Association of Greater Tulsa
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