Florida Hindus Plan State-wide Get-Together

Source: Hindu Press International

On July 19, 2006 Hindu Press International reported, "The Hindu Society of America will be presenting a unique opportunity for all Hindus in Florida to cometogether at the first-ever Hindu Sangam. The event will feature adiverse venue, with something for every member of the Hindu family, andwithout an entry fee. Hundreds of students will kick-off the event witha massive Ganesh puja. Every participant will receive a Ganesh Deitywith which they can participate in the ceremony. For adults, there willbe discussions on creating a proposal for a state-wide Hindu Holiday anda city-wide Hindu Day of Service. The finale will include speeches andperformances by Swami Aksharanand, Ravi Kumar Iyer, and SatyanarayanMorya. There will also be cultural dance performances, shoppingopportunities, games, prizes and food available through out the day. TheHindu Sangam is a joint effort of many like-minded Hindu organizationsthrough out United States and nearly 10 Hindu Sangams will be takingplace around the country."