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IAGB CARES COVID-19 RELIEF FUND
COVID-19 has affected millions in US
Today the COVID-19 crisis has affected over 100,000 people in Massachusetts. Millions have been affected in US. Volunteer and other resource shortages are severe across New England
Donate and help food pantries and homeless shelters in need
IAGB has started several initiatives to help people, food pantries and homeless shelters in need. We have planned several interesting online activities as well as feet on the ground to help these organizations. Note that 100% of these funds will be used for the IAGB Cares COVID-19 Relief Fund
Ways to HELP
- Donate funds by clicking on the DONATE button
- Participate in several exciting IAGB events in large numbers
Spread the word! Tell your friends and families, donate and participate these events. We can make it happen together. Donate generously to IAGB CARES COVID-19 RELIEF FUND
Date: June 20th, Start Time: 8:00AM - 8:30AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
India Day
August 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB) and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS) and its Integrated Centre for Yoga (NICY) located in Bangalore, India are collaborating to bring you a 4 weeks online yoga course (tele-yoga). This program was based on the initiative of NH State Representative Mrs. Latha Mangipudi and Mr. Krishna Mangipudi. MORE
PAST EVENTS
BollyX Fitness for Adults – By Swasti Bhargava
May 24 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pmZumba with Science – By Samidha Sane
May 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmART for Kids – By Gopika Narula
May 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmStory Reading – By Farhana Zia
May 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmFamily Quiz
May 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmBollywood Fitness Dance by Sabah Kadri for Kids and Adults – By Sabah Kadri
May 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pmZumba with Science for Kids – By Samidha Sane
May 13 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmArt for Kids – By Gopika Narula
May 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmStory Reading – By Farhana Zia
May 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmFamily Quiz
May 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmBollywood Fitness Workout – By Shikha Vashishtha
May 10 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pmFighting with your fork: how foods can boost your immune power! – By Sangeeta Pradhan
May 9 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pmCupCake Decoration for Kids – By Shuchi Gupta
May 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmArt for Kids – By Gopika Narula
May 5 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmYoga for Kids – By Sarika Bansal
May 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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COVID 19 Testing Sites in Massachussetts
The CDC’s online Coronavirus Self-Checker can help you make decisions about seeking appropriate medical care. CDC Self Checker
Here is a list of COVID 19 testing sites in massachussets. Please note, testing is done by appointment only.
Community Resources
Indian Restaurants
Are you missing your favorite restaurant food? Are you bored of eating home food every day? Need a change once in a while? Here is a list of Indian restaurants that are providing a delivery or a take out service in the New England area.
Restaurants and restaurant employees are feeling the catastrophic effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. All of us together can help them with delivery/takeout orders while we continue to practice social distancing. All these restaurants are following strict public health guidelines related to COVId-19. You can call the restaurant(s) directly or order through apps such as doordash, grub hub, uber eats, etc.
Indian Grocery Stores
Senior Citizens
Coronavirus will not last forever. Happy, healthy, stress free days are ahead
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New England Shirdi Sai Temple, 9 Shirdi Way, Groton, MA 01450.
March 21, 2020 – 9am to 3:30pm.
Dear IAGB Member and Supporter,
As the threat of the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to expand, Governor Charlie Baker has declared a State of Emergency in Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency(MEMA) is recommending to avoid non-essential gatherings of more than 50 people. The spread of the Corona Virus has been top of mind for most of us and there is no greater importance than the health and safety of our community members. Out of an abundance of caution, IAGB and all the partnering organizations have decided to postpone the Indian Consular camp, which was originally scheduled for March 21, 2020, at New England Shirdi Sai Temple.
If you have registered to attend the camp, and have already completed your application online(CKGS or the consulate website), you can mail your completed application along with the required documentation directly to the CKGS/Consulate office. CKGS/Consulate will process your application as per the normal procedure. If there are any questions on your completed applications, please reach out CKGS or the Consulate directly.
We regret any inconvenience caused but appreciate your understanding with this matter. The consular camp will be rescheduled to a later date when the situation becomes more conducive to hold the camp and we will announce the details as soon as the decision is made.
During this emerging outbreak, please do take extra care and take steps to protect yourself. Please visit CDC website to learn more.
Sincerely
IAGB team and Partnering Organizations
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In the News
Officials Preview Republic Day Celebration as IAGB Gets Ready to Showcase India in its Full Glory This Weekend in Burlington, MA
India Association of Greater Boston, a non-profit community organization known as IAGB, is bringing together a fabulous array of cultural programs, competitions and shows on the environment and Indian culture at its annual Republic Day Mela this weekend on January 25, 2020 at the Burlington High School, Burlington, MA.
On this occasion, IAGB President Sanjay Gowda and Vice President Vaishali Gade previewed the upcoming event on Face-to-Face with INDIA New England News.
IAGB to Host its Annual Republic Day Mela on Jan. 25, with Fashion Show, Cultural Program and Competitions
India Association of Greater Boston, known as IAGB, announced that it will organize its annual Republic Day Mela on January 25, 2020 at the Burlington High School in Burlington, MA.
This year the event will be made up of three separate segments: Entertainment, Regional Performances and Creative and Social Impact Shows, IAGB said in a statement.
Ambassador Shringla meets business group in Boston
James Brett, president of the New England Council and Becca Gould, senior vice president for public affairs of the American Tower Corporation helped organize a special meeting between the New England business people with Indian Ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringla last week. More than 50 people attended meeting
Welcome Indian Ambassador
For the first time ever 20 Indian American community organizations from New England came together and jointly hosted an event to welcome Indian Ambassador to the United States Harsh Vardhan Shringla.
IAGB India Day Event
India Day Festival 2019 will held on August 17th at the Boston City Hall Plaza. Event is FREE for all. Boston City Hall Plaza is a sprawling open venue boasting easy access to transportation via commuter and subway as well as easy access to local Boston attractions. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to join in …
Newsletter
Newsletter for Jan 2020Happy New Year to all IAGB friends and family! With every ticking moment, IAGB Directors and volunteers are inching towards the grand annual celebration, the celebration of India's Republic Day. This January 25th, we invite you all to Burlington High School to participate and compete in various competitions which will be followed by mega cultural celebrations. You will be enchanted with performances from various parts of India in a perfect way to celebrate the Republic.…
Newsletter for Dec 2019As we get ready to say good-bye to 2019, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our members, readers and well-wishers for your continued support to IAGB. In the last month, we had the opportunity to welcome the Indian Ambassador to US, Hon’ble Mr. Harsh Vardhan Shringla along with Hon’ble Consulate General Mr. Sandeep Chakravorty. At this gathering IAGB brought together representatives from multiple regional organizations. Partnering and collaborating with a wide diaspora of Indian Americans, we will make a bigger impact on the governance at local, state and federal level by highlighting issues and areas of concern to Indian Americans.…
Newsletter for Nov 2019The new committee is in action in full swing, working on multiple fronts. We have a series of events lined up, starting from the Indian Visa Camp on Nov 16th, followed by Feaster 5K run/walk on Thanksgiving morning and then our flagship event, the Republic Day Mela. Registrations for Republic Day Mela are already in progress, stay tuned for more updates. We are starting a new series this month, where we will be spotlighting a different regional organization in every issue. …
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