महारा मंडळ िशकागो वष ३९ अंक ितसरा

महारा मंडळ िशकागो
वष ३९ अंक ितसरा
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Namaskar,
It is hard to believe that two-thirds of 2008 has already passed. The first half of the year
was very successful. The efforts put forth by the 2008 committee were very much
appreciated by all of you. Many of you complimented us in person, by phone, and via
emails. The most intriguing, encouraging, and satisfying compliments were from those
who could not attend the program(s) for valid reasons, but “heard” about them. I did not
realize that MMC activities had a place in your private conversations! Please keep the
feedbacks coming.
So far, in the second half of 2008, we arranged three programs. Each was a success in its
own way. I would like to take this opportunity to recognize those primarily behind the
success:
Annual Picnic: Thank you Hemant Chavan, Sucheta and Pankaj Akolkar for providing
the equipment for “Box Cricket”, a crowd favorite. And thanks also to the local
weathermen who so accurately predicted bright skies in the afternoon for that day.
Independence Day Parade: Thanks to Dr Shamkant Sheth. It was his generous
sponsorship that made it possible for MMC to have a beautiful float. I am happy to report
that our float was the most colorful, vibrant, and LOUD! It was a true crowd pleaser and
the talk of Devon!
Screening of Kadachit: Thanks to the personal efforts of Sanjay Savkur, we were able to
rent the theater for almost half the normal cost and break even in the end. I am glad we
decided to bring this highly acclaimed movie to Chicago. It did not disappoint anyone.
Now we are ready to celebrate Ganesh Utsav this week. Many of you have promptly
responded to our request for RSVP. If you have not had a chance to do so, please send in
your RSVP by Sept 10th. As much as we wanted everyone to come and stay for lunch,
we reluctantly had to make RSVP mandatory. But, it is for the benefit of all of us. And as
one of our members put it so aptly, “Isn’t it the right thing to do?”
So please, do the right thing.
Shyam Anturkar
President, MMC
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Come celebrate your ethnic pride
With unique gift wrap!
Order Diwali and other gift wrap by October 15th, 2008, to benefit
Maharashtra Mandal Chicago!
We created the idea of ethnic-themed gift wrap to celebrate the heritage of our
countries of origin by educating our children about the meanings of common
symbols and celebrations in those countries. It is also a great way to enjoy
diverse cultures that may not be your own and a unique way to personalize your
gift. It is a wonderful way to celebrate, preserve and share cultures and traditions.
On the reverse side of each piece of wrapping paper, you will find pearls of
wisdom about the symbol or celebration depicted on the other side. We believe
ours is the first gift wrap ever designed that holds equal value on both sides of
the sheet! Every time you open a gift wrapped in our gift wrap, you have an
opportunity to learn about another culture — how great is that? Enjoy!
We are offering our ethnic gift wrap as a fundraiser for Maharashtra Mandal
Chicago.
When you log onto our website www.globalgiftwrap.com you can benefit MMC
with every purchase you make. Please add the code MMC after a dash next to
your last name when you check out and we will make sure a percentage of the
proceeds are donated back to MMC. We have tremendous product offerings for
four core ethnicities: Asian Indian, Irish, Hispanic and Chinese. Our Indian gift
wrap that we presently have available is for Diwali called Diwali-Rangoli. Please
place your orders by October 15th, to allow for delivery of Diwali paper in time for
the holiday.
We hope you will participate in the fundraiser and celebrate your culture!
Best wishes for a happy and prosperous Diwali!
Aparna and Maggie, Co-Founders
Global Gift Wrap, LLC
www.globalgiftwrap.com
Tel: 847-989-9725
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Maharashtra Mandal Chicago
Presents,
On the auspicious occasion of “Ganeshchaturthi”
Annual Ganeshotsav
9.30 am - 11:00 am - Sthapana and Pooja [Pooja will be performed
by Shri Ashok & Sau. Neela Lele and narrated by Shri. Satish
Bhagwat]
11:00 - 11.30 am- Maha Aarati
11:30 -1:00 pm – Prasad and Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 pm- Aisi
Lagi Lagan by Manisha Dongre and group
3:30 - 5:00 pm- Are
Sansar Sansar by Shyamal Kulkarni
For program details please visit
www.mahamandalchicago.org
RSVP AT:
Shyam Anturkar: 847-397-7039
Kalpana Neklikar: 312-281-1786
karyakarini@mahamandalchicago.org
http://www.mahamandalchicago.org/
Admission:
For “Prasad lunch” RSVP is mandatory.
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Dear readers,
Cold, chilly winter days are gone with the cool breeze of spring and now blazing
bright SUMMER is seeing a beginning of Fall! To make you all comfortable and
feel nostalgic we are back with a bang of new Rachana edition - “Annual
Ganeshotsav special!.
These last 3-4 months were really special for us as we had 3 important back to
back events namely, Padwa program with Mrs. Devaki Pandit in April , Suyog
Natyamahotsav in May and Annual picnic in June. All three programs were great
success! Thanks you all for that.
Devaki Pandit’s singing performance was a feast to the ears. Her appearance
and crowd fetching voice quality made the audience forget all thoughts and
worries. She was accompanied by noted Tabla artist Mr. Kedar Pandit and
Harmonium player Mr. Kumar Karandikar. Kalpana Neklikar read some
interesting facts about Devaki and her accompanying artists. Devaki is a wellknown classical and semi classical singer and according to the true Indian
classical singing tradition, she began the program with calm recitation in “Puriya
raga”. Puriya raga is an early evening raga which was the best fit to start the
musically enchanting evening. Being a disciple of late Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki , it
was expected that she would sing some of his popular Bhajans. Again, the
bhajan “Abir Gulal” took the audience on the swings of devotional notes. She
also presented some new tracks from her upcoming album. Few years ago
Devaki started her playback singing career with an opportunity given by Pt.
Hridaynath Mangeshkar to sing his melodious composition “Sunya Sunya Maifilit
mazya” on Doordarshan. By singing the same song she invigorated all old
memories. In the field of music it is always said that “Devaki is a name of dignity
and maturity”. We could see these qualities of hers throughout her performance.
We had received many song requests from her avid fans but due to lack of time
and track machine, she humbly denied the requests. She concluded this mind
blowing performance by singing bhajan “Kaivalyachya Chadanyala” in raga
bhairav.
Though the program ended with a big applause and standing ovation, couple of
fans requested her to sing one of her famous tracks “Jadto to jeev” from
television soap “Abhalmaya”. She promptly accepted this request and what to
say, all were showered with the harmonious tunes. This evening might have
ended but I am sure we all will cherish these memories for a long time.
To revive these memories and experience the same atmosphere, please click the
following links and enjoy!!!
Abhalmaya
Raag-Bageshri---Devki-Pandit
Neel-Rangi-Rangale---Savalee-2007---Devki-Pandit
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After receiving an overwhelming response for the Padwa program, most awaited
event of the year “Suyog Natyamahotsav” was to be followed. “Suyog production
house” is well recognized for quality stage dramas like, Eka Lagnachi Goshta,
Jawai maza Bhala, Char diwas premache etc. All these box office hits have been
traveled to US before. This year in Suyog’s fleet were another 2 flashing titles,
‘Kabaddi Kabaddi’ and ‘Love Story’.
Power packed casting of these dramas made ticket sale an easy task.
Unfortunately last minute change in the cast had to be incorporated due to the
denial of US VISA for main cast like Mr. Vinay Apte, Ms. Asha Shelar and few
others. Thanks to people like you, who took this sportingly and enjoyed both
dramas. ‘Kabaddi Kabaddi’ is a drama about forgotten authentic sport of
Maharashtra, “Kabaddi”. There was a time when entire Mumbai was under the
spell of this sport, but slowly it’s place was taken by other commercially
successful sports and it’s charisma was eloped. This play turns around the
central theme of a young daughter wanting to become a Kabaddi player and her
rebellious reaction to an opponent, her own father. Mukta Barve in the lead role
and director Magesh Kadan in the role of her father made this a memorable
experience. Mukta’s potent acting skills stole the show. She was supported by
Mangesh Kadam, Vidya Karannjikar, Shruja Prabhudesai, Nihil Ratnaparkhi and
Anand Ingle. Writer Jitendra Patil also appeared in a quick role. Though this play
revolved around serious topic it was made easy with some hilarious dialogues.
Second play ‘Love Story’ was a light comedy which involved only four characters,
Mukta Barve, Shruja Prabhdesai, Nikhil Ratnaparkhi and Anand Ingle. Here the
central theme was “Expression of love”. It is difficult to confess your love, this is
what the play revolves around. Actually there are only 2 central characters which
are shadowed by their own minds and this makes a real fun experience! Overall
both the dramas appealed to the mass and again Natyamohotsav was another
successful feather in 2008 committee’s hat.
Last but not the least, we are thankful to Mrs. Jayashree Vitkar, Mr. Vivek Modak,
Mr. Milind Panat, Mr. and Mrs. Vishwasrao for helping us in making the guest
conveyance arrangements. Also thank to all who helped us for the dinner serving
during Padwa program.
This year we saw very enthusiastic crowd at “Annual Picnic” held at Herik Park.
Picnic is a time to have fun with all friends and to get to know new people. The
actual picnic day was shadowed with dark clouds but you all present at the venue
brightened the day! Thanks for making it another enjoyable picnic experience.
The most awaited event of the year “Ganeshotsav” is at the doorstep now. See
you
all
there.
For
the
other
details
visit
our
website
www.mahamandalchicago.org.
Do
send
us
your
comments
and
suggestions
on
email
at
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Waiting for your emails!
Revati Oak
megrev94@yahoo.co.in
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INFORMATIVE
(Internet a web of information)
Dear readers,
From last Rachana we have started a new series called “Informative”. This is about
information available on the internet. We will try to mention new links of articles on
different personalities, varied topics, politics, entertainment and lots more.
We are a medium to connect you to the information you would like to read, we do not
have any intention to carry away credit of the original authors.
This time we are talking about versatile Indian classical singer, Mrs. Savani Shende
Sathye. This talented singer has won loads of accolades for her melodious singing. She
is well known for her “Khyal ”style of singing.
Want to know more about her? Find out by clicking the following link. This feature was
published in Mayboli Diwali edition.
http://www.maayboli.com/node/552
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Paksiddhi
Summer is a time to sip something cold and refreshing!!! What about
traditional “Kairiche Panhe”?
An excellent coolant and the best welcome drink any guest would love to
have.
Ingredients to make approx 10 glasses of Panha:
1 large green raw mango (when buying raw mangoes always go for the firm
ones), At least 20 tspns of sugar,10 to 12 glasses of cold water,2 to 3 tspns
salt, a generous pinch of saffron, pulp of 1 ripe alphonso mango (optional)
Method:
Peel and cook the raw mango in a pressure cooker or in a large open saucepan
till soft and pulpy, Remove all the pulp from the stone after the mango has
cooled a bit. Add one glass of water and the pulp of one ripe alphonso mango
to it and give it a whiz with a hand blender or in an ordinary blender to make
it smooth. Next add the rest of the water, sugar and salt and stir until
completely dissolved. Lastly add the saffron. Give it a taste. Quantity of
sugar depends on how sour the mango is. So adjust accordingly. Also increase
the quantity of water if you want a thinner consistency. Chill thoroughly
before serving.
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Kahitari Aiknyajoge
There are many websites which are dedicated to Marathi songs and movies. One of them
is <www. marathi world.com.>
Here is melodious composition by “Shrinivas Khale alais Khalekaka” written by noted
lyricist and poet “V. R.Kant” and sung by famous singer “late Shri Vasantrao
Deshpande”.
Click the following link to listen to this song : Bagalyanchi-maal-phule
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Committee- 2008
President
VicePresident
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Members
Trustees
Shyam Anturkar
Kalpana Neklikar
(847) 397 7039
(312) 281 1786
Jaydeep Deshpande
(337) 255 9800
Sujeet Vaidya
(716) 560 9668
Saurabah Neklikar
(312) 281 1786
Prakash Anturkar, Manju Dawande, Kanchan
Bhide, Revati Oak, Vaishali Sharma
Dileep Thatte, Nandini Vishwasrao, Niteen Joshi
Event
Ganeshotsav
Date
September 13th
Program
Details on the
website
Kojagiri
October 11th
Dandiya
Diwali
Function
November 16th
Details will be
released on the
website
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Rachna team:Shyam Anturkar, Revati Oak, Saurabh and Kalpana Neklikar, Vaishali Sharma,
Manju Dawande.
Cover page artist: Mrs. Pallavi Rajwade
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