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Statement by President Obama on the observance of Diwali

November 13, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

President Obama offered his felicitations today on the celebration of Diwali: The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 13, 2012 Statement by the President on the Observance of Diwali Today, here at home and across the globe, Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists will celebrate the holiday of Diwali – the festival of lights. Diwali is a time for gathering with family and friends, often marked with good food and dancing. It is also a […]

Categories: Events, Politics • Tags: Bandi Chhorh Divas, Barack Obama, Diwali

Artwork depicting a candle for freedom (source: Huffington Post)

Immy Kaur: Bandi Chhorh Divas as a reminder of freedom

November 13, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

As a Sikh I feel incredibly inspired by the courage and leadership that the sixth Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Hargobind Sahib Jee, showed in 1619. The Sikhs celebrate this event as ‘Bandi Chorr’ at the same time as the Diwali festival. There are a number of messages that come from Guru Sahib’s compassion and determination during his captivity, and when ensuring the release of the 52 Hindu kings with him, despite the chance to be freed alone. For me, […]

Categories: Events, Reflections • Tags: Bandi Chhorh Divas, Diwali, Guru Hargobind, Immy Kaur

"Guru Hargobind - a painting from the Lahore Museum (courtsey F.Aijazzudin)" (source: sikh-heritage.co.uk)

Reflecting on Bandi Chhorh Divas as a personal challenge

November 12, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

This week, most of those of South Asian descent around the world are celebrating Diwali, the “festival of lights” that is rooted in the Hindu tradition. It is one of the major celebrations of the year for Hindus, Jains and Sikhs, and was even recognized in a video by President Obama in 2009. I have written in past years about Bandi Chhorh Divas — the Sikh celebration at this time of year that commemorates the release from the prison at […]

Categories: Events, Reflections • Tags: Bandi Chhorh Divas, Barack Obama, Diwali, Guru Hargobind

2012 Nagar Kirtan festivities at the Sikh Temple Yuba City (photo credit: Karaminder Ghuman)

75,000 people attend Yuba City, CA, Nagar Kirtan

November 9, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

A reported 75,000 people attended last weekend’s Yuba City Sikh Parade (in its 33rd year) in Yuba City, California: Before the start of the Sikh Parade, a function was organized at the Sikh Gurdwara where U.S. Congressmen John Germandy and Wally Herger besides several Sikh leaders addressed the huge audience. Speaking on the occasion, Germandy, while congratulating the Sikhs, appreciated the role of the community in the all-round development of the United States. He said the community was a respectable […]

Categories: Events, News Bits • Tags: California, car accident, Nagar Kirtan, Sikh Parade, Yuba City

Sikh Awareness Month being celebrated across California

November 8, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

With the California state legislature designating November as Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month in California, there has been significant activity across the state to commemorate the month and increase awareness of the Sikh American community. The declaration by the State of California has provided a unique opportunity for the public to learn more about the Sikh American community in the state and beyond. To that end, the Sikh Coalition has provided a wealth of resources and support to facilitate […]

Categories: Events, Resources • Tags: California, Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month, Sikh Awareness Month, Sikh Coalition

Organizer of last week’s NY Sikh Film Festival speaks

November 7, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

At the Sikh Art & Film Foundation, we believe Sikh values are American values, and we know that film is a powerful medium. Through choosing the best films and gathering together every fall, Sikh and non-Sikh, we honor our history and share our values and humanity in a way that the gap with other people. But we are not afraid to show films that reveal our foibles, for Sikhs are also ordinary people — and people sometimes fall short of […]

Categories: 1984, Events • Tags: Government of India, New York, Sikh International Film Festival, Tejinder Singh Bindra

Photos of the 33rd annual Yuba City, CA Nagar Kirtan

November 5, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

What is considered the largest annual Sikh Nagar Kirtan (religious procession) in the United States took place yesterday in Yuba City, California, for the 33rd year. Above, the Appeal-Democrat offers a unique one-minute time-lapse video of the event, and a slide show at their website. The Sacramento Bee has also published photos of the Nagar Kirtan as well.

Categories: Events • Tags: Appeal-Democrat, California, Nagar Kirtan, Sacramento Bee, Yuba City

San Jose, CA, City Council to recognize Sikh Awareness Month

November 2, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

In the footsteps of the California state government, the City Council of San Jose, California will officially recognize November as “Sikh Awareness Month” in the city. The proclamation will take place during a public ceremony on Tuesday at San Jose’s City Hall: Historic Event: Proclamation of Sikh Awareness Month in San Jose City 1:25 November 6th, Council Chambers of City Hall, San Jose Your attendance is requested at the Historic Event Proclamation of Sikh Awareness Month in San Jose by […]

Categories: Events • Tags: California, November, San Jose, Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month

Have you hugged a Sikh today? (Photo: Karaminder Ghuman)

November is Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month in CA

November 1, 2012 by Rupinder Mohan Singh

As in 2010, the California State Government has declared that November 2012 be “Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month” by way of a resolution (ACR-97) that was passed back in June. The official Assembly summary of the resolution reads: Designates November 2012 as California Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month; recognizes the contributions made by Californians of Sikh heritage to the state and affords all Californians the opportunity to understand, recognize and appreciate the rich history and shared principles of […]

Categories: Events • Tags: ACR 97, California, November, Perea, Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month

Considering the experience of Sikhs in America.

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