KulimeLA 2009 DVD Now Available!
The DVD “KulimeLA 2009: A Gala Evening at the Ford Theatre in Hollywood” is available now at Krishna.com.
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The main theme for KulimeLA 2009 was to “Honor the Past, Celebrate the Present & Envision the Future.”
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Los Angeles Gurukuli Reunion, the John Anson Ford Amphitheater, nestled in the Hollywood Hills, was chosen as an ideal location for Kulis to come together to acknowledge their collective history and appreciate the many accomplishments of the pioneer Gurukulis throughout the past two decades.
Dressed in formal and elegant attire, approximately one thousand Vaishnavas gathered to walk the red carpet and participate in an amazing evening that beautifully showcased “A Mosaic of Our Generations.”
Wonderful performances by: Chaitanya-Nitai Riggan, DJ Gourachandra, Krsangi Davis, K.d. McComb, Goura Prema Riggan, Ananta Vrndavan Erving, Bhima Karma Saragrahi, the Mayapuris, Gaura Vani & As Kindred Spirits, and many more…
“The Rose of Vidarbha” DVD Now Available!
“The Rose of Vidarbha” DVD is available now at Krishna.com. ‘
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Intrigue, heartache, deception, romance, humor, and triumph mark Krishna’s epic quest to marry his beautiful queen Rukmini and become king of Dwarka.
This artfully woven performance, which combines music, theater, and dance, was brought to life by a troupe of talented local Kulis on the steps of the ISKCON New Dwarka Temple in Los Angeles, California.
This drama was recorded August 1, 2009, in front of 1,100 enthusiastic audience members and was a crowning jewel of KulimeLA 2009.
Invitation to the DVD Premier of “The Rose of Vidarbha” Play (Originally performed at KulimeLA 2009)
ISKCON’s Second Generation Celebrates Kuli MeLA 2009
KulimeLA 2009 Pre-Registration Info
What: KulimeLA 2009
Where: Los Angeles, CA USA
When: Wednesday July 29th – Sunday Aug 2nd, 2009
Why: Honor the Past • Celebrate the Present • Envision the Future
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Pre-register TODAY for $20 savings at KulimeLA 2009.
Registration fees (Covers all events and Prasadam meals)
$75 onsite, $55 now thru July 1st.
$45 onsite for Youth 13-18 years of age (July 29th)
$40 pre-registration for Youth 13-18 years of age (thru – July 22nd cutoff date)
Free for all children under the age of 12.
Please Register: http://www.kulimela.com/en/node/488
Credit & debit card payment accepted via Paypal, check or money order by mail, or by cash in person.
Address for checks or money orders:
Kuli Mela Association
14319 Addison Street #5
Sherman Oaks CA 91423
KulimeLA 2009 Pre-Registration Information
KulimeLA 2009 Pre-Registration Information
Dear Friends,
Pre-registration is an important way to communicate with us how many will be attending as well as manage the large costs of hosting such an event, from venue to prasadam to equipment.
In exchange we offer a friendly discount for all who Pre-Register.
Costs for the event will be:*
$65 on the day for adults
$45 for pre-registration
$45 on the day for Youth 13-18 years of age
$30 pre-registration for Youth 13-18 years of age
Free for all children under the age of 12.
This includes prasadam, workshops, and entertainment from Wednesday, July 29th through Sunday, August 2nd 2009.
Pre-Register now through Paypal at the Kulimela Website.
If you want to book a group of more than 10 people, we can arrange a further discount.
Also, if you would like a way to pay for your registration without the use of Paypal, please contact us at kma.account@gmail.com.
The mela’s are run not for profit, and in fact, even with the event registration fee, organizers still rely on the generous donations of a number of people to cover all costs.
If you would like to offer a a tax deductable donation through Paypal, please click here. Or, you can contact us directly at kma.account@gmail.com.
* Please note: the Pre-Registration Fee for the event is subject to review and can be changed. Any payments made before such changes will be honored as full payments, but we make no guarantee the prices will stay as posted. So, please sign up now!
Jaya Jagannatha!
KMA Organizers
Updates for the 2009 KulimeLA and the 20th Annual LA Gurukuli Reunion
Schedule
Wednesday we will begin to welcome guests, and volunteers.
Thursday will be a full day of seminars, sports, meetings, kirtans and entertainment.
Friday and Saturday will be similar to Thursday, but on a much grander scale, so don’t miss out!
Saturday night we have plans for a top quality play, although we are still looking for some sponsorship to ensure that it is of the highest quality.
Sunday we will participate in one of the best Ratha Yatras in the world: Los Angeles Ratha Yatra Website
We have confirmed some locations to use for this event, for instance the Masonic Lodge near the Temple, as well as a number of outdoor parks and we are working on securing a fantastic theater space for Friday night. For more on the schedule as it is updated (it is brief at the moment), please visit: 2009 KulimeLA Schedule
Accommodations
Due to the nature of LA, we do not have a central guest house facility, but this has never stopped the large gatherings of the past.
We are encouraging people to contact their friends, share hotel rooms, share house rentals, find that floor space, and just make the effort to come to this special 20th Reunion.
We have posted information on nearby hotels, the address of the LA temple, and local maps.
This and more information can be found at: KulimeLA Accommodation Suggestions
Pre-Registration and Event Fee
Please keep in mind that the event does have a registration fee, and that pre-registration provides you with a great discount. To pay now and lock in the price of the event, please go to: KulmeLA Pre-registration Info where we have set up a Paypal link.
Various:
Of course, there are many things to discuss, there will be more information on Workshops, Volunteering, and Entertainment, and all of that can be found at the official Kulimela Website. Click on the link to the KulimeLA event.
For other forms of pre-registration, or for group bookings, please contact us: kma.account at gmail dot com.
We have incorporated Kuli Mela Association, filed our application for 501(c)(3) status with the IRS and expect approval soon. That means donations will be tax deductable and we now have a strong vehicle for organizing more Kuli Mela and Global Kirtan events in the future. More on that as things progress.
We look forward to hearing from you, sharing with you and serving with you as we experience yet another tremendous event.
Jaya Jaganatha!
KulimeLA Organizers
PS: There are many ways to keep up to date, most of them are listed below.
Websites
KulimeLA 2009
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Re-Opening the Windows to the Spiritual World
Below is an article written by Madhava Smullen and posted on the Friends of the BBT website about Shakuntala Zakhiem’s art restoration service.
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Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
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