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Namaskaar Mandali,

As per the tradition, we will celebrate the Gudi Padwa function at the HARI Temple on Saturday, April 13th, 2024.

Marathi families have been sponsoring this meal for past several years. I am very proud to note that over the past several years, we have enjoyed a BIG attendance for this dinner, almost close to 500+ people!

This has been possible only due to generous support from all of you. I am hoping to have the same support this year as well.

This year, we are planning the menu as follows:

1. Polya
2. Papad
3. Saadhaa Bhaat
4. Gravy Bhajee (Flower–Matar–Potato mixed)
5. Usal — Desi Chana (Red Chana)
6. Koshimbeer (Yogurt-based, Kakadee–Gajar–Tomato mixed)
7. Jilebee

All the food items needs to be prepared as No Onion and No Garlic.

If you would like to contribute from the above menu please do so by April 9th, it would help greatly to plan the meal. You can sign-up here and pick the item you wish to contribute. You can contribute to multiple items per your wish.

If you wish, you can support to sponsor buy-out items like Polya, Jilebee etc. please sign-up using the above link and you can bring the items to the temple.

If you have further questions, I can be reached by email at leena.pattarkine@gmail.com. I will get in touch with you as soon as possible once I receive your email.

Looking forward to your GENEROUS support in making this happen successfully yet again,

Thanks,
On Behalf of all the Marathi families,
Leena Pattarkine

Roses are red,

Violets are blue,

A Valentine’s Day Event we are planning for you!

Bring out the filmy costume and flaunt the iconic hairdo,

A Bollywood theme will be happening too!

Costume (Dress Code):
Portray your favorite character from Marathi/Bollywood movies.

Studio (Venue):
Lemoyne Community Room 510 Herman Ave, Lemoyne, PA 17043

Shoot Date (Event Day):
Saturday Feb 17, 2024

Shoot Time (Event Time):
4:00PM to 9:00PM

Agenda:
Event sirf teen cheezon se chalta hai entertainment, entertainment and entertainment…!

Entry Fee:
Members: $10/person
Non-Members: $18/person
At the Event (Members and Non-Members) – $25/person
Kids aged 12 and above will pay the same fee as adults.
Kids under 12 are free.
Payment Mode: Zelle, Check, Cash
RSVP By: Sunday Feb 04, 2024

Please use below link for RSVP.
https://www.mmcpa.org/valentine-day-event-rsvp/

“ Ye Evening Mujhe Dede Thakur..!”

Namaskar Mandali:

Please join us for a memorable Diwali celebration filled with cultural richness, vibrant traditions, delicious food, and the joy of being part of a close-knit community. The details of the Diwali 2023 program are as follows:

Date: November 11th, 2023
Day: Saturday
Time: 3:00 pm
Venue: HARI Temple
Address: 301 Steigerwalt Hollow Rd, New Cumberland, PA 17070

Schedule
1. Faral [3:00 pm]
2. Cultural Programs [4:00 pm]
3. Dinner [7:30 pm]

We solicit your participation in the event to make it rejoicing and memorable. Your active participation can be in the following ways:

Volunteers: We are looking for volunteer(s) to help with multiple aspects of the event – including event planning, food, decoration, logistics, etc. If you want to help, please reach out to Dr. Ankur Nandedkar (anks29@gmail.com) or Mr. Milind Savaji (savajimilind@gmail.com) by October 21, 2023, @ 11:59 pm.

Sponsorship: We appreciate your donations to MMCPA programs in the past and look forward to your continued support. Individuals interested in sponsoring, please inform Ms. Tejashree Khotkar (tejashree.khotkar@gmail.com) or any committee/board members.

Event Registration Charges and RSVP

The event fees:
MMCPA members: $17/person aged 12 years and above.
Non-Members: $25/person aged 12 years and above.
Members and Non-Members who pay after the RSVP deadline, will have to pay $30/person aged 12 years and above.

Admission for kids age below 12 would be free.

A “No show” fee of $30/person will be charged to individuals who send “YES” RSVP but don’t attend the event.

Please RSVP using this form

The deadline to send RSVP is November 2, 2023 (11:59 PM EST).

Let’s come together to create lasting memories, build stronger relationships, and cherish the community spirit that defines MMCPA.

Wishing you a prosperous, joyful, and illuminating Diwali!

Best Regards,
MMCPA Committee 2022-23

Update: 23-Oct

Dear MMCPA Families:

We regret to inform you that we must cancel the Kojagiri 2023 program scheduled for October 28 due to an insufficient number of RSVPs. We understand that this is disappointing news, and we apologize for any inconvenience it may cause.

We appreciate those of you who did express interest and RSVP for the event. Your support means a lot to us. For those who did RSVP and paid the dues, we will be processing registration fees refunds promptly. You can expect to receive these refunds within 7 business days via original mode of payment.

Thank you for your understanding.

Best Regards,
MMCPA Committee 2022-23

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Namaskar Mandali:

The MMCPA Committee cordially invites you to Kojagiri Poornima program on October 28 at 5 pm.
The venue is Eggoholic restaurant in Mechanicsburg.

Address: 65 Gateway Dr. Suite B-102, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Agenda

1. Meet and Greet [5 – 6:00 pm]
2. Karaoke performance [6:00- 7:30 pm]
3. Masala Milk and Dinner [7:30 – 8:30 pm]

If you want to participate in Karaoke, please contact Ms. Neelam Kane at kaneneelam@gmail.com latest by October 20, 2023.

Event Registration Charges

MMCPA members: $20/person aged 12 years and above.
Non-Members: $25/person aged 12 years and above.
Members and Non-Members who pay after the RSVP deadline, will have to pay $30/person aged 12 years and above.

Admission for kids age below 12 would be free.

A “No show” fee of $30/person will be charged to individuals who send “YES” RSVP but don’t attend the event.

Please RSVP using this form.

The deadline to send RSVP is October 20, 2023 (11:59 PM EST).

We look forward to your active participation!

Best Regards,
MMCPA Committee 2022-23

Namaskar Mandali:

The MMCPA committee is thrilled to announce the details of the Ganapati Program 2023-

Date: September 24th, 2023
Time: 4:00 pm
Venue: HARI Temple
Address: 301 Steigerwalt Hollow Rd, New Cumberland, PA 17070

Agenda:

1. Meet and Greet [4:00pm – 4:15pm]
2. Aarti [4:15pm – 4:45pm]
3. MMCPA Board/Marathi Shala Updates [4:45pm – 5:00pm]
4. Cultural Program [5:00pm – 7:00pm]
5. Dinner [7:30pm – 8:30pm]

Entertainment:
This year’s cultural program will be coordinated by Harrisburg Marathi Shala. Four spots for participation will be reserved for non-school members. People interested in participating should send an email at harrisburgmarathishala@gmail.com by August 29, 2023. Please make sure that your performance should be appropriate for Ganapati festival celebration at the temple.

Volunteers:
People interested in helping the MMCPA committee with the decorations for the event, please contact Ms. Tejashree Khotkar (tejashree.khotkar@gmail.com).
People interested in helping committee with cooking can contact Ms. Neelam Kane (kaneneelam@gmail.com).

Sponsorship:
This year Little India has sponsored $250 towards MMCPA Ganpati Program. We are requesting you to buy Ganapati idol or decorations for the Ganpati festival from Little India. If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact Mr. Milind Savaji (savajimilind@hotmail.com).

Event Registration Charges

The event fees:
MMCPA members: $11/person aged 12 years and above.
Non-Members: $18/person aged 12 years and above.
Members and Non-Members who pay after the RSVP deadline, will have to pay $25/person aged 12 years and above.

Admission for kids age below 12 would be free.

A “No show” fee of $25/person will be charged to individuals who send “YES” RSVP but don’t attend the event.

Please RSVP using this form

The deadline to send RSVP is September 10, 2023 (11:59 PM EST).

We look forward to your active participation!

Best Regards,
MMCPA Committee 2022-23

नमस्कार मंडळी!
Please save the date for a delicious treat!

The MMCPA committee is excited to welcome you and your family to the “Aamras-Puri event”.

The season for everyone’s favorite mangoes is here, and guess what? we are getting the most delicious and mouth-watering Aamras shipped straight from Devgad, Maharashtra. 

Below are the details regarding the event:
Date: May 20th, 2023
Time: 11:00 am — 3:00 pm
Venue: Stony Ridge Park
Address: 50 Bernheisel Bridge Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015

Agenda:
1. Meet & Greet [11 am – 11.30 am]
2. Appetizer & drink [11.30 am – 12.00 pm] 
3. Lunch [12.00pm – 1.00 pm]
4. Games [1.00pm – 2.30 pm]
5. Prize distribution and wrap-up [2.30 – 3:00 pm]

Send your RSVP today…

Entry Fee:
Members – $15/person 
Non-members – $22/person
The kids aged 12 years and above will pay the exact charges as adults; however, admission for kids under 12 would be free.

Last day for RSVP: May 15th, 2023

Payment Mode: Zelle, Check, Cash

*You will be required to pay if you RSVP and can’t make it to the event or in case of failure to cancel the RSVP on or before the deadline.

Please use the below link to send your RSVP:

https://www.mmcpa.org/aamras-puri-program-rsvp/

Sponsorship: If you are interested in sponsoring for the event or any food items, please reach out to the committee members before May 15th, 2023

Volunteering: As always, we seeking some help from the community to make this event successful. If you wish to volunteer, please fill this form.

Thank you very much, and we’re looking forward to seeing you!

Best Regards,

MMCPA Committee