A daylong celebration of "Desi" culture with a special story time, an author panel, and a culture fair that shares South Asian culture with the community. Presented in partnership with Central Desi.
The word "Desi" is derived from the Sanskrit word "deśa," which translates to "country" or "land." It is also a term used to describe the peoples, cultures, and products of the Indian subcontinent and their diaspora.
This daylong celebration of Desi culture is preceded by a film screening on May 16, and includes a special story time, author panel, interactive culture fair and performances on May 17.
SCHEDULE
Friday, May 16
5:30 p.m. - (Community Room) Bollywood Film Screening of "English Vinglish"
Saturday, May 17
10:30 a.m. (Story Room) - Themed Storytime featuring books by Desi authors and illustrators
1 p.m. (1st floor fireplace) - Desi Author Panel featuring Ambreen Butt-Hussain, Gita Varadarajan, Nisha Sharma, Pallavi Sharma Dixit and Allie Nava. Moderated by Ambreen Ali.
2-3:30 p.m. (1st floor) - Author Book Signing
2-4 p.m. (Community Room) - Desi Culture Fair with interactive stations; dance, music performances on sitar and veena and other presentations start at 2:45
Pavana B Achar - Veena Demonstration
Yoshita Chandrani - Sitar Demonstration
Dr. Laxmisha M. Sridhar - Mrudangam Demonstration
Samira Ghani - Spices of South Asia Presentation
The Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation - Classical Indian Dance Demonstration
For more information on authors and presenters, please refer to the Program Guide
Presented in partnership with Central Desi and with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this programming do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | All Ages | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | Music & Performances | Lectures & Panels | Humanities | Arts & Crafts | *No Registration |
TAGS: | NEH | AANHPI Month |