http://www.eastwesttimes.com ...Information you desire Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:32:40 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]I[/dcap] The Indian-American community across Florida turned out in large numbers and enthusiastically celebrated the country’s 64th Independence Day by hosting the Indian flag and organizing a series of events such as cultural events, songs and speeches. Amongst the Florida cities celebrating the day of liberation were Fort Lauderdale, ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/379/ [caption id="attachment_347" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Swami Baba Ramdev"][/caption] By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]I[/dcap] nternationally acclaimed yoga guru Swami Baba Ramdev spoke on Bharat Swabhiman Movement, meditation and Yoga Philosophy June 30 at the India Cultural Center in Tampa. More than 800 people attended the event, which was organized by the Federation of India Associations of ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/baba-ramdev-enthralls-tampa-audience/ By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap]Back by popular demand Central Florida witnessed part two of the sold out religious Drama ‘Sathwar Radheshyamno’ a the Cypress High School Auditorium on June 5th 2010. The show was sponsored by the respected social worker and a successful business entrepreneur, Jayesh Patel. The organizers were amazed and extremely ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/central-florida-witnessed-a-sold-out-devotional-and-musical-drama/ By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap] Filling Ruth Eckerd Hall with an audience of nearly 1,500, Florida’s first annual Bayside Bhangra competition brought an international cast of dancers and singers to Tampa Bay. Bhangra is a folk dance from the Indian state of Punjab and has reached an international stage in the last decade. The ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/bayside-bhangra-2010-brings-indian-dance-and-entertainment-to-tampa-bay/ By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap] The Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA dedicated to education and village development in rural India sponsored a show with four artists from India to who gave a mesmerizing performance and an evening to remember at the Hindu Temple in Casselberry Florida. The Lead Female vocalist of the group Sanjeevani ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/sa-re-ga-ma-winner-sanjeevanis-thrilling-performance-in-orlando/ By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap] Holi is undoubtedly the most fun-filled and lively of Hindu festival. It’s an occasion that brings in unadulterated joy and mirth, fun and play, music and dance, and, of course, lots of bright colors! The festival of Holi was celebrated all over Florida enthusiastically by different organizations. The ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/florida-celebrates-holi-2010/ By: EWT Correspondent [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap] It was a cold and windy Valentines weekend on Feb. 13th & 14th in Melbourne, FL but that did not stop thousands of loyal enthusiasts who flocked to the 14th Annual Indiafest. The festival featured about 50 vendors selling everything from tantalizing Indian cuisines, to vibrant attires, ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/indiafest-melbourne-raises-funds-for-reach-out-to-haiti-project/ By: EWT Correspondent (Click on image to enlarge) [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap]The 14th Annual spiritual Camp of Jain Vishwa Bharati’s was held on January 15, 16 and 17th at Clarion Inn in Altamonte Springs FL. About 160 devotees participated in the spiritual camp. Many families came from various parts of Florida as well as southeast US. This ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/jain-vishwa-bharti-14th-annual-spiritual-camp-in-orlando/ By: EWT Correspondent (Click on image to enlarge) [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap] A precursor to this year’s holiday season, Tampa residents witnessed a day and night to remember as the fifth annual convention of the Asian American Convenience Store Owners Association (AACSA) held its Trade Expo and Gala Awards Banquet. While the day events were marked ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/aacsa-convention-and-28th-miss-india-pageant-a-grand-success/ By: EWT Correspondent (Click on image to enlarge) [mwrap][dcap]T[/dcap]he 2008 CAPI event (Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian subcontinent) was a big success, with a record turnout and well attended educational seminars. More than 250 doctors gathered at The Sheraton Hotel in downtown Orlando for the Annual Convention and CME ... http://www.eastwesttimes.com/capi-gears-up-for-aapi-convention-in-2009/