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2011

Friday, August 19, 5 pm – 6 pm

What:  Five Great Acharyas

Where:  At Tri Valley Gujarati Seniors Meeting

Chandravadan Shah’s Residence, San Ramon, CA

Program:  Dr Hajratwala presented a short discourse on the five great Acharyas, Shree Adi Shankaracharya, Shree Nimbarkacharya, Shree Ramanajucharya, Shree Vallabhacharya, and Shree Madhvacharya.  Their life histories and philosophy.  A very good attendance of about 20 persons.  Followed by afternoon tea and snacks.  Our thanks to Mr. Chandravadan Shah for inviting us to speak.

Wednesday, August 10, 12 noon – 3 pm

What:  The contribution of Indian people in the USA to the US Economy

Where:  Plymouth Canton Asian Indian Seniors Meeting at the Summit, Canton, Michigan

Program:  Dr Hajratwala presented a short talk on the contribution the Indians have made.  In attendance was the Michigan State Senator, District 7, Patrick Colbeck.  The meeting was attended by about 50 people and talk enjoyed by all.  Followed by lunch.   Our thanks to Arunbhai and Bharatiben Bhavsar for inviting us to speak.

Monday, August 8, 7 pm – 9 pm

What:  The Three Paths to Moksha

Where:  At the Satsang Group, Reena and Janardan Shah’s residence, W Bloomfield, Michigan

Program:  Dr. Hajratwala presented a short talk on the Three paths to Moksha, Karma Marg, Gyan Marg, and Bhakti Marg.  Followed by a spirited discussion with members.  Talked was followed by a dinner with the hosts and selected Satsang members.

Sunday, August 7, 11 am – 12 noon

What:  Discourse and Booksigning of The Eeshopanishad

Where:  The Hindu Temple of Canton, Canton, Michigan

Program:  Dr. Hajratwala presented a short discourse on the Eeshopanishad.  The temple head priest Shree Shivkumar Bhat sang the entire 18 verses of the Eeshopanishad in his melodious voice.  A copy of Eeshopanishad was presented by Dr & Mrs Hajratwala to Lord Krishna (as Eesha) with the help of Shree Shivkumar Bhat.  Followed by Aarati.   Prasad (as Lunch) provided by Dr. & Mrs. Hajratwala.  Thirty percent of the book sales during Michigan visit were donated to the Hindu Temple.  Attended by about 200 people.  Our sincere thanks to the organizers, especially Mrs Bela Patel, and to the Board for inviting us.

Sunday May 15, 3 pm – 5 pm

What:  The Eeshopanishad Book Launch

Where:  847 East Angela Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566

Program:  Discourse, Q & A, Book signing, and Refreshments

Free but seating is limited.  Please RSVP (email: info@naha.us or Ph: 925-846-3521)

If you cannot attend and wish to have a signed copy of Eeshopanishad, please order by clicking on the link below – state please sign – as you check out.  Thank you.

http://www.naha.us/item.php?seo=Eeshopanishad

Thursday May 5, 2011 – 4 pm EST (1 pm Pacific Time)

What: Radio Talk Show – The Buki Show

Where:  On line radio  www.wrnu.info

WRNU is Rutgers University Student Radio

Who:  Mr. Buki Elegbede will interview Dr. Hajratwala about various aspects of Hinduism