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Love Chaos Kin – Los Angeles Theatrical Run & Special Q&A Screenings

Watch “Love Chaos Kin,” an intimate 98-minute documentary exploring identity, race, family, adoption and belonging through the story of white-presenting Navajo-descent twins and their South Asian adoptive parents.

Dates: October 9–15, 2026
Daily Showtimes: 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Venue: Laemmle NoHo 7
5240 Lankershim Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Special Screenings & Q&A

Friday, Oct. 9 | 7:30 PM – Music Composition Panel
Featuring four-time Emmy-winning composer Vivek Maddala, moderated by Jeanine Cowen, USC Screen Scoring Program Chair.

Saturday, Oct. 10 | 7:30 PM – Memoirs Panel
Featuring film participants Lakshmi Iyer and Katherine Faye, with memoir authors Anne Peshka and Jean Kelly Widner.

Sunday, Oct. 11 | 7:30 PM – 8 Years of Being Filmed
With director Chithra Jeyaram and participants Lakshmi Iyer and Katherine Faye, moderated by Melody Gao.

Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 7:30 PM – Animation Panel
Featuring Emily Dean, director of Netflix animated series Love, Death + Robots, moderated by Asavari Kumar.

Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 7:30 PM – South Asian Network
Special screening co-presented with South Asian Network.

Thursday, Oct. 15 | 7:30 PM – American Adoption Panel
Featuring Gretchen Sisson, executive producer of Love Chaos Kin and author of Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood.

Tickets & Details: Click Here

Nishat Khan – Sitar Concert

Experience an evening of Indian classical music with acclaimed sitarist Nishat Khan, joined by Nitin Mitta on tabla, at UC Santa Cruz.

Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Concert Starts: 7:00 PM
Venue: Music Center Recital Hall, UC Santa Cruz

Featuring:
Nishat Khan – Sitar
Nitin Mitta – Tabla

Admission: Free for UCSC students

Tickets & Information: Click Here

Healing in Motion: A Morning of Movement, Wellness & Garba

Building Bridges to Inner and Community Peace

Join Peace Center Los Angeles for “Building Bridges to Inner and Community Peace,” an inspirational seminar dedicated to promoting harmony, understanding, compassion and lasting peace within individuals and the wider community.

Date: October 10
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: Jain Center of Southern California

Admission: $10 General | $25 VIP
Includes: Complimentary appetizers & lunch with $10 admission.

RSVP / Tickets: Register Here

Website: www.peacecenterla.org

Building Bridges to Inner and Community Peace

Join the Peace Center Los Angeles for an inspirational seminar focused on cultivating inner peace, community harmony, and meaningful connections. The gathering invites participants to come together, reflect, and explore ways to build bridges of understanding and peace within ourselves and our communities.

Events & Community Gatherings

Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Jain Center of Southern California

Be part of an inspirational gathering dedicated to building bridges, strengthening communities, and creating greater peace within ourselves and the world around us.

Event Information: Your participation will be greatly appreciated.

The Inner Landscape – Solo Exhibition by Ria Sharma

Visit Presidio Theatre Performing Arts Center in San Francisco for “The Inner Landscape,” a solo art exhibition by Ria Sharma.

Exhibition Dates: August 12 – October 12
Venue: Presidio Theatre Performing Arts Center, San Francisco

The exhibition showcases artwork by Ria Sharma, exploring an abstract visual world through layered forms, shapes and rich blue tones.

Artist: Ria Sharma
Exhibition: The Inner Landscape

More Information: Scan the QR code on the event flyer.

Gold Glamour Goddess Durga Puja

Join the community for three days of devotion, culture, and celebration at the Gold Glamour Goddess Durga Puja in Cupertino.

Celebrate Durga Puja with traditional rituals, music, dance, and festive gatherings.

Event Details

Dates: October 16–18, 2026
Venue: Cupertino Monte Vista School
Address: 21840 McClellan Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014

Friday, October 16
• Dandiya DJ Night – 7:00 PM onwards

Saturday, October 17
• Pujo & Anjali – 11:00 AM onwards
• DJ Night – 7:00 PM onwards

Sunday, October 18
• Arti, Sindur Khela & Visarjan – 11:00 AM onwards

Tickets: Early-bird pricing available.

More Information: Click Here

Everyone is welcome!

Red Line Jazz Festival

Mandala South Asian Performing Arts presents the Red Line Jazz Festival, curated by acclaimed jazz guitarist Fareed Haque. The evening brings together jazz, global music, and dance, featuring artists from the Red Line Jazz Project, Chicago Immigrant Orchestra, and Mandala Dance Ensemble.

Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Harris Theater for Music and Dance
Address: 205 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL

Highlights: Live jazz performances, cross-cultural musical collaborations, internationally acclaimed artists, curated by Fareed Haque, and an unforgettable evening of contemporary world music.

Tickets & Information: Click Here

Gateway to Himalayan Art

Visit the USC Pacific Asia Museum for “Gateway to Himalayan Art,” a traveling exhibition organized by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art that explores the art, cultures, traditions and spiritual practices of the Himalayan region. Pasted markdown

Opening Date: October 17, 2026
On View Through: January 10, 2027
Venue: USC Pacific Asia Museum, 46 N Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101 Pasted markdown Pasted markdown

The exhibition features 66 objects dating from the 13th century to 2025, including sculptures, Tibetan thangka paintings, ritual objects, medical instruments, a stupa and prayer wheel. Pasted markdown

Also opening the same day is “We Are Connected: Highlights from the USC Pacific Asia Museum Himalayan Collection,” on view through May 2, 2027. Pasted markdown

Related Programs: Sand mandala ceremony, prayer flag workshop, public lectures on Tibetan Buddhism and cultures, and more. Pasted markdown

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Ramlila – A Musical Drama

Join Ayaansh Group for “Ramlila – A Musical Drama,” a special cultural presentation celebrating the timeless story of Lord Shri Rama through music, drama and devotion. Recognized by UNESCO as part of India’s cultural heritage, the production is based on the 108 Mankas (sacred verses) of the epic Ramcharitmanas.

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Occasion: Maha Saptami – 7th Day of Navratri
Showtime: 6:30 PM
Duration: 90 Minutes
Venue: India Community Center 525 Los Coches St. Milpitas, CA 95035

Program Highlights: Experience the timeless saga of Lord Shri Rama featuring:

• Soulful Music
• Engaging Drama
• Timeless Values
• Family Experience

The production brings the Ramcharitmanas to life through an immersive combination of music, theatrical performance and devotion, offering audiences a family-friendly celebration of Indian culture and spiritual heritage.

Admission: FREE

Capacity: Up to 850 guests can be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Contact: info@ramlila.us

More Information: scan the QR code on the event invitation.

Sixteenth Annual Raas Garba – The Sargam Group of Socal

Celebrate Navratri at the Sixteenth Annual Raas Garba by The Sargam Group of SoCal with lively Garba, Dandiya, live music, and family-friendly fun at Soka University. Enjoy performances by Suresh Bhatt & Party and Mosami Shah & Party, plus a special Kids Garba & Dandiya session from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Dates: Saturday, October 17, 2026 & Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM onwards
Kids Garba & Dandiya: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Soka University Gymnasium, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA
Admission: $15 Online • Kids under 5 are Free
Parking: Free

Performers: October 17 – Suresh Bhatt & Party • October 24 – Mosami Shah & Party

Highlights: Raas Garba • Dandiya • Live Music • Kids Garba • Navratri Celebration • Indian Cultural Experience • Family-Friendly Event • Free Parking

Book Tickets: Click here

For Sponsorship Opportunities & Information:
Bhavin Patel: (714) 478-8927
Lishma Patel: (714) 721-8502
Dipak Shah: (714) 312-6022
Satyam Patel: (714) 829-7846

The Making of Hindustani Music in the Modern Era

Join AGORA, ICC Public Square at the India Community Center for a dynamic lecture-demonstration exploring how Hindustani music evolved into its modern forms.

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Venue: India Community Center
525 Los Coches St, Milpitas, CA

Featuring:
Professor Dard Neuman – UC Santa Cruz
Suhail Yusuf Khan – Sarangi
Srijan Deshpande – Voice
Michael Lindsey – Tabla, Dholak & Afghan Rubab

Through stories, recordings and live performances, the program will explore how courtly, devotional, folk, courtesan and popular traditions shaped Hindustani classical music, modern Sufi expression and Bollywood cinema.

Admission: Free
RSVP: Required

Registration: Click Here

Echoes and Aarti – A Century of Light

Join The Sikh Foundation for “Echoes and Aarti – A Century of Light,” a special evening celebrating the 100th birthday of Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany, pioneer of fiber optics and founder of The Sikh Foundation.

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Doors Open: 4:45 PM
Venue: Triton Museum of Art, 1505 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
Parking: Free onsite

Program:

5:00-6:00 PM: Kaisii Aarti Hoey!! – Ishmeet Narula, with script and direction by Kuljeet Singh

6:00-7:00 PM: Tea & Light Refreshments

7:00-8:00 PM: Echoes of the Eternal – Dr. Leena Singh and Ustad Homayoun Sakhi, with accompanying musicians

Admission: Free
Suggested Contribution: $25; any amount is welcome.

RSVP By: October 2
Recommended Age: 10+

Tickets / Registration: Register on Eventbrite

Echoes and Aarti – A Century of Light

Join The Sikh Foundation International for “Echoes and Aarti – A Century of Light,” a special celebration honoring the 100th birthday of Dr. Narinder S. Kapany and his lifelong efforts to preserve and promote Sikh art, history, and music.

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Triton Museum of Art, Santa Clara, California

Program Highlights:
5:00–6:00 PM: Kaisi Aarti Hoey!! — Performed by Ishmeet Narula
6:00–7:00 PM: Tea & Light Refreshments
7:00–8:00 PM: Echoes of the Eternal — Dr. Leena Singh and ensemble performing verses from Japji Sahib and Sri Guru Granth Sahib, set to music by Ustad Homayoun Sakhi.

RSVP: By October 2
Tickets: Click Here to RSVP / Get Tickets

ASEICon 2026 – 38th National Convention

Abhinaya Dance Company’s premiere of Kolam: At the Threshold

Experience the world premiere of Kolam: At the Threshold, a new full-length Bharatanatyam production by Abhinaya Dance Company. Choreographed by Rasika Kumar, the 80-minute performance draws inspiration from the South Indian tradition of kolam-intricate rice-flour designs created at the entrance of homes. Through Bharatanatyam, Carnatic music, spoken word, and geometric stage design, the production explores themes of ritual, cultural memory, identity, migration, and the evolving meaning of tradition.

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026

Time: 4:00 PM

Venue:
Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose, CA

Presented By:
Abhinaya Dance Company

Tickets: Tickets go on sale beginning September 8, 2026

Contact:
(415) 203-4363
Shannon_atlas@mac.com

More Information:
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India Giving Day 2027

Join the India Philanthropy Alliance for India Giving Day 2027, a day dedicated to generosity, philanthropy, and expanding opportunities for communities across India.

Date: March 12, 2027

Theme: A World of Abundance Starts With Us.

Every contribution helps widen the circle of opportunity for millions of Indians and supports organizations creating meaningful social impact.

Campaign Hashtag: #ShareTheAbundance

Presented by: India Giving Day, powered by India Philanthropy Alliance

Registration: Register now for India Giving Day 2027.