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UGADI , CHAITRA NAVARATRI BEGINS, GUDI PADWA
UGADI , CHAITRA NAVARATRI BEGINS, GUDI PADWA
Apr 9 all-day
According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Brahma started the creation of the world from the month of Chaitra, which is regarded as the first month of the Hindu calendar. It marks the...
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Vaisakhi / Baisakhi / Solar New Year
Vaisakhi / Baisakhi / Solar New Year
Apr 14 all-day
Vaisakhi / Baisakhi / Solar New Year
Vaisakhi is a harvest festival for people of the Punjab region. In the Punjab, Vaisakhi marks the ripening of the rabi harvest. Vaisakhi also marks the Punjabi new year. This...
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RAM NAVAMI
RAM NAVAMI
Apr 16 all-day
RAM NAVAMI
Ram Navami Rituals: Hindu Culture & Traditions This festival is observed in order to celebrate the birth of Marayada Purshottam Ram, considered to be a form of Lord Vishnu, one of the...
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HANUMAN JAYANTI
HANUMAN JAYANTI
Apr 23 all-day
HANUMAN JAYANTI
Hanuman Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman. Hanuman was the son of Anjana, a female spirit of the clouds and waters, and Desari, the chief of the vanara, a group...
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Apr
9
Tue
2024
UGADI , CHAITRA NAVARATRI BEGINS, GUDI PADWA
Apr 9 all-day

According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Brahma started the creation of the world from the month of Chaitra, which is regarded as the first month of the Hindu calendar. It marks the beginning of the new season when new flowers and fruits start to blossom. Chaitra month fall in March- April, when the Sun starts its journey through the Zodiac cycle. Some people believe that Goddess Durga descended on the first day of Chaitra Navratri and Brahma started the work of creation of the universe at the behest of Mother Durga. Another belief is that Lord Shiva allowed his wife Durga to visit her parent’s house for nine days (Chaitra Navratri). During these nine days, it is said that the Goddess killed demon Mahishasura. This signifies the victory of good over evil. It is customary for Hindu women to visit their parents’ home during this auspicious time.

Maharashtran Hindus refer to the festival, observed on the same day, as Gudi Padwa (Marathi: गुढी पाडवा).

The Sindhis celebrate the same day as Cheti Chand, which is the beginning of their calendar year.

Manipuris also celebrate their New Year as Sajibu Nongma Panba on the same day.

The Hindus of Bali in Indonesia also celebrate their new year on the same day as Nyepi.

Ugadi is one of the five Hindu national public holidays in Mauritius

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14
Sun
2024
Vaisakhi / Baisakhi / Solar New Year
Apr 14 all-day
Vaisakhi / Baisakhi / Solar New Year

Vaisakhi is a harvest festival for people of the Punjab region. In the Punjab, Vaisakhi marks the ripening of the rabi harvest. Vaisakhi also marks the Punjabi new year. This day is observed as a thanksgiving day by farmers whereby farmers pay their tribute, thanking God for the abundant harvest and also praying for future prosperity.

Vaisakhi is traditionally observed on 13 or 14 April, every year. For many Hindus, it marks the solar new year.

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16
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2024
RAM NAVAMI
Apr 16 all-day
RAM NAVAMI

Ram Navami Rituals: Hindu Culture & Traditions

This festival is observed in order to celebrate the birth of Marayada Purshottam Ram, considered to be a form of Lord Vishnu, one of the prime deities of Hindu trio. It is said that, Lord Rama is not only god but also the ideal figure for a human being. He is considered to be an ideal son, a doting husband, a mighty king, a wonderful brother and a great father. On the occasion of Rama Navami, mot only the people in India but also the Hindu community living in the other parts of the world celebrate this great day with immense joy and fervor.

 

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23
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2024
HANUMAN JAYANTI
Apr 23 all-day
HANUMAN JAYANTI

Hanuman Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman. Hanuman was the son of Anjana, a female spirit of the clouds and waters, and Desari, the chief of the vanara, a group of powerful monkey people who lived in the forests. The wind god Vayu also played a role in the conception and birth of Hanuman. Some texts identify Hanuman as an incarnation of Shiva, but Hanuman is best known for his role in the epic poem and sacred text the Ramayana.

Hanuman is worshipped as a deity with the ability to attain victory against evil and provide protection. On this festival, devotees of Hanuman celebrate him and seek his protection and blessings.

May
12
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2024
MOTHER’S DAY @ Radhey Shyam Temple
May 12 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day is a celebration of honouring mothers and motherhood and is observed across the world with enthusiasm and verve. The day is celebrated to acknowledge and honour the sacrifices a mother makes during the course of her life to ensure absolute well-being and development of her children. Throughout the world, children exhibit their respect and affection by pampering their mother with gifts, giving flowers, having dinner and spending the whole day with her.

Jun
12
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2024
Temple Pratishtapana Anniversary (Vishnu Sahasranam Pooja)
Jun 12 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Vishnu Sahasranama (Sanskrit: विष्णुसहस्रनाम, IAST: Viṣṇusahasranāma), is a Sanskrit hymn which contains a list of 1,000 names of Vishnu, one of the main deities in Hinduism and the supreme God in Vaishnavism. It is one of the most sacred and popular stotras in Hinduism.

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FATHER’S DAY @ Radhey Shyam Temple
Jun 18 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm

Happy Father’s Day

Father’s Day celebration is observed to honor fathers, father-like figures and paternal bonds around the world. Children and individuals showcase their love and affection to their fathers and present them with gifts and cards.

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RAKHI – RAKSHA BANDHAN
Aug 19 all-day

Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi (The Thread of Sibling Love) is a special occasion to celebrate this “Sibling Love” bonding by tying a holy thread around the wrist. This thread, which pulsates with sisterly love and sublime sentiments, is rightly called the Rakhi since it means “a bond of protection,” and Raksha Bandhan signifies that the strong must protect the weak from all that’s evil.

The ritual is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan, on which sisters tie the sacred Rakhi string on their brothers’ right wrists, and pray for their long lives. Rakhis are ideally made of silk with gold and silver threads, beautifully crafted embroidered sequins, and studded with semi-precious stones.

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25
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2024
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Aug 25 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang

Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.)

From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)

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26
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2024
SRI KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI
Aug 26 @ 8:00 pm – Aug 27 @ 12:30 am
SRI KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI

Temple Janmashtami Flyer

The Krishna Janmashtami festival marks the birth of Krishna, one of the most popular Gods in the Hindu pantheon.

Krishna is perceived by most Hindus to be an avatar (incarnation) of Vishnu, who is regarded as the highest avatar. It is believed that all other deities are manifestations of him. Krishna is considered to be a warrior, hero, teacher and philosopher by Hindus.

Krishna’s birthday is celebrated eight days after Raksha Bandhan in the month of Sravana and celebrations are spread over two days.The first day is called Krishan Ashtami or Gokul Ashtami. The second day is known as Kaal Ashtami or more popularly Janam Ashtami.

Upcoming Events

Oct
10
Thu
2024
6:00 pm DURGASHTAMI
DURGASHTAMI
Oct 10 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
All nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped during Maha Ashtami Puja. Young unmarried girls, being treated as Goddess Durga itself, are also worshipped on Maha Ashtami. Worshipping of young...
Oct
11
Fri
2024
5:30 pm NAVARATRI SAMUHIK CHOWKI @ Shree Radhey Shyam Temple
NAVARATRI SAMUHIK CHOWKI @ Shree Radhey Shyam Temple
Oct 11 @ 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm
NAVARATRI SAMUHIK CHOWKI @ Shree Radhey Shyam Temple
Navaratri Devi Chowki is a special devotional event held during the Navaratri festival, which is dedicated to worshiping the nine forms of the goddess Durga. During this event, devotees gather...
Oct
12
Sat
2024
5:30 pm DUSSEHRA – RAVAN DAHAN
DUSSEHRA – RAVAN DAHAN
Oct 12 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
DUSSEHRA - RAVAN DAHAN
Vijayadashami is celebrated as victory of Lord Rama over Demon Ravana and also triumph of Goddess Durga over the buffalo Demon Mahishasura. Vijayadashami is also known as Dussehra or Dasara. In Nepal Dasara is celebrated as Dashain.
Oct
13
Sun
2024
11:30 am Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Oct 13 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.) From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
Oct
19
Sat
2024
5:00 pm DURGA MATA KI CHOWKI
DURGA MATA KI CHOWKI
Oct 19 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
DURGA MATA KI CHOWKI
If you would like to host the Mata Ki Chowki at Shree Radhey Shyam Temple, Contact : Raja Sharma 708-822-6656 Maa Durga is revered as the Mother Goddess among the Hindu...
Oct
20
Sun
2024
all-day KARWA CHAUTH
KARWA CHAUTH
Oct 20 all-day
KARWA CHAUTH
Karwa Chauth coincides with Sankashti Chaturthi a fasting day observed for Lord Ganesha. The fasting of Karwa Chauth and its rituals are observed by married women for the long life of their husband....
11:30 am Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Oct 20 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.) From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
Oct
27
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2024
11:30 am Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Oct 27 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday Bhajan and Satsang
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.) From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
Oct
29
Tue
2024
all-day Dhanteras – Diwali day 1
Dhanteras – Diwali day 1
Oct 29 all-day
Dhantrayodashi which is also known as Dhanteras is the first day of five days long Diwali festivities. On the day of Dhantrayodashi, Goddess Lakshmi came out of the ocean during the churning of the...