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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250115
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241215T022222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T033607Z
UID:10305-1736812800-1736899199@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Makar Sankranthi\, Pongal
DESCRIPTION:MAKARA SANKRANTI\, PONGAL – Tuesday 14 th  of January\n9:30 am – Sri Ganesh Puja\, Prayers for Sri Suryanarayana (Adityahridayam) and Sri Lakshminarayan\nPuja\n10:00 am – Arati \n  \nAll devotees are welcome to participate in these puja and seek the Divine blessings For  information\,\nplease call Temple at 613-822-1531.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/makar-sankranthi-pongal/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241215T022048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T033704Z
UID:10303-1736757000-1736800200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Lohri\, Bhogi   \,Paush Purnima (Satyanarayan Pooja at Temple)
DESCRIPTION:LOHRI – Monday 13 th  of January\n7:30 pm – Havan (Agni Devata Puja) and Bhajan\n8:00 pm – Arati \nAll devotees are welcome to participate in these puja and seek the Divine blessings For  information\,\nplease call Temple at 613-822-1531. \n 
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/lohri-bhogi-paush-purnima-satyanarayan-pooja-at-temple/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241215T021828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T033732Z
UID:10301-1736411400-1736454600@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Vaikunth Ekadashi
DESCRIPTION:VAIKUNTA EKADASI – 9 th  of January\n9:30 am – A symbolic puja will be performed for the VAIKUNTA DWARAM (door facing the north\nside of the Temple) which will be followed by Sri Lakshminarayana Swami puja and\n10:00 am – Arati \nAll devotees are welcome to participate in these puja and seek the Divine blessings For  information\,\nplease call Temple at 613-822-1531. \n 
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/vaikunth-ekadashi/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250101T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250101T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241215T021630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T021631Z
UID:10298-1735720200-1735763400@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:New Year: Bhajans 4-5 pm
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/new-year-bhajans-4-5-pm-2/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Full Day,Important Dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241227T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241021T124943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T124943Z
UID:10107-1735288200-1735331400@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh vrat (Shiva Abhisheka)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vrat-shiva-abhisheka-2/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241214T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241021T124822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T124822Z
UID:10104-1734165000-1734208200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Margashirsha Poornima (Satyanarayan Pooja at Temple)
DESCRIPTION:Significance of Margashirsha Purnima:\nThe month of Margashirsha is considered very auspicious in the traditional Hindu calendar. In the Hindu religious scriptures\, this month is also referred as ‘Magsar’\, ‘Agahan’ or ‘Agrahayan’. It is believed that young girls who take a holy dip in the River Yamuna on Margashirsha Purnima will get desired life partner. Just like the lunar months of Vaishakh\, Kartik and Magha\, taking a bath in the holy rivers on Margashirsha Purnima is very important. Pundits and scholars believe that by performing charitable activities on this sacred day\, all the sins will be relieved. On Margashirsha Purnima\, Lord Vishnu is worshipped as ‘Narayana’. Also\, fasting on the day of Margashirsha Purnima grants fulfilment of all desires or wishes.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/margashirsha-poornima-satyanarayan-pooja-at-temple/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241021T124423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T124423Z
UID:10102-1732782600-1732825800@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh vrat (Shiva Abhisheka)
DESCRIPTION:The Pradosh vrat can be observed by all irrespective of the age and gender. People in different parts of the country observe this vrat with full devotion and dedication. This Vrat is observed in honour of Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati. \nIn some parts of India\, disciples worship the Nataraj form of Lord Shiva on this day. As per the Skanda Puran there are two different methods of fasting on the Pradosh vrat. In the first method\, the devotes observe strict fast for whole day and night\, that is\, 24 hours and which also includes keeping a vigil at night. In the second method the fasting is observed from the sunrise until sunset\, and the fast is broken after worshipping Lord Shiva in the evening. \nThe word ‘pradosh’ in Hindi means ‘belonging or relating to the evening’ or ‘first part of the night’. As this sacred vrat is observed during the ‘Sandhyakaal’ that is the evening twilight\, it is called as the Pradosh vrat. \nAccording to the Hindu mythology it is believed that on the auspicious day of Pradosh\, Lord Shiva together with Goddess Parvati feels extremely delighted\, pleased and generous. Therefore the followers of Lord Shiva keep a fast and worship their deity on this chosen day to seek divine blessings.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vrat-shiva-abhisheka/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241103
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20241021T123045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T123045Z
UID:10087-1730505600-1730591999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Gujarati New Year\,  Bhai Dooj
DESCRIPTION:The festival marks sibling bonds\, simplicity\, and devotion\, traditionally celebrated across the country. The festival holds a significant place\, in Maharashtra\, Bihar\, West Bengal and other states of India. Apart from India\, Nepal also celebrates a similar festival termed Bhai Tikka. The festival starts with the preparation of thali. Sisters prepare a special thali that contains rice\, vermilion (kumkum)\, sandalwood paste\, sweets\, and a diya (oil lamp). The thali represents the elements used in the aarti and tilak ceremonies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe sisters apply tilak to the brother’s forehead; this tilak ritual is auspicious and is believed to protect the brothers from evil influences. After that\, she performed an arti for their brothers by circling the diya around them while chanting prayers. This is a gesture to invoke divine blessings for their brothers’ long life and prosperity.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/gujarati-new-year-bhai-dooj/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T191413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T143052Z
UID:9953-1730332800-1730419199@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Diwali (Diwali in India 1stNovember)
DESCRIPTION:Diwali is also known as ‘Deepavali’\, which literally means rows (avali) of lights (deepa) in Sanskrit. This festival of lights is celebrated on the darkest night (Amavasya) of the Kartik month in the Indian calendar\, and it symbolizes the vanquishing of ignorance (darkness) by knowledge (light). \nThe festival of Diwali has many rituals\, traditions\, and stories associated with it. On the surface\, these traditions may seem very mundane and insignificant but there is a beautiful meaning hidden behind each and every aspect of the Diwali celebrations.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/diwali-diwali-in-india-1stnovember/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T190504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T190504Z
UID:9948-1730190600-1730233800@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh vrat (Shiva Abhishek at temple)\,  Dhanteras
DESCRIPTION:Dhantrayodashi which is also known as Dhanteras is the first day of five days long Diwali festivities. On the day of Dhantrayodashi\, Goddess Lakshmi came out of the ocean during the churning of the Milky Sea. Hence\, Goddess Lakshmi\, along with Lord Kubera who is the God of wealth\, is worshipped on the auspicious day of Trayodashi. However\, Lakshmi Puja on Amavasya after two days of Dhantrayodashi is considered more significant.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vrat-shiva-abhishek-at-temple-dhanteras/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T185840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T020408Z
UID:9942-1729382400-1729468799@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Karwa Chauth
DESCRIPTION:Karwa Chauth will be celebrated on Sunday\, October 20. Pooja will start at 6:10 PM.  Please be at the Temple by 5:30 pm to start pooja on time. Chandrodaya time (moonrise) is at 7:54 PM.  \nPlease bring the following samagri (items) for the pooja. \n(1) Kum-kum Powder ;  (2) Red Thread (Moli);   (3)  Chawal (Rice) ;  (4)  Phool (Flowers);   (5)  Phal (Fruits);  (6) Pan -Five Betel Leaves; (7) Supari (Two big betelnuts)  (8) Deepam (Lamp)  (9) Thali-One (10) Kalash (Pot) One\, and (11) One Spoon. \nPlease contact the priests at the Temple for any additional information at 613-822-1531 \n—————————————————————————- \nHistory and Story of Karwa Chauth\nKarwa Chauth is made up of two words; ‘Karwa’ which means earthen oil lamp and ‘Chauth’ which means four. Karwa Chauth is celebrated on the fourth day of the Kartik month in the Hindu Calendar. This is a very popular time of the year where friends and family get together to celebrate and meet the festival. The festival of Diwali is celebrated after nine days of Karwa Chauth. Karwa Chauth was initially used to celebrate the alliance between the bride and her in-laws\, but with time the ritual has changed. Nowadays Karwa Chauth is celebrated to seek blessings from the Almighty for husband’s long life and beneficial health. \nAs compared to the Southern India\, Karwa Chauth Fasting is more popular in the North. After the four day span of Karwa Chauth\, Ahoi Ashtami is celebrated for the well being and longevity of sons. Even though the original meaning of Karwa Chauth has changed with time from what it used to be but still the ritual of having a day long fast is followed with utmost enthusiasm and passion among the Indian women for the long life of their husband. \nThe History of Karwa Chauth is drawn backward to the ancient times. It is believed that Karwa Chauth was celebrated to cherish the bond between the bride and the women in her family. Now\, whatever the Karwa Chauth Story says\, it is now celebrated with amazing passion and is considered as one of the most auspicious occasions to cherish. The festival certainly reinforces the bond of love\, both between the wedded and committed couples. Thus\, it is seen as one of the most wonderful and special occasions for the couples.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/karwa-chauth-2/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T185443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T185443Z
UID:9939-1729123200-1729209599@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Ashvin Poornima (Satyanarayan Pooja at Temple)
DESCRIPTION:                                                            Poornima starts at 7:25 am
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/ashvin-poornima-satyanarayan-pooja-at-temple/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T185024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T185024Z
UID:9933-1728777600-1728863999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Brahma Vidya Day
DESCRIPTION:On this day\, we read Shreemad Bhagvadgeeta and 6 Upanishads (Isavasya\, Keno\, Katho\, Taitteriya\, Mundaka and Kaivalya)\, all in Sanskrit in the sequence that we follow at the Temple. This is a very auspicious occasion that will bestow many a blessing on you and your family. Moreover\, it is maintaining our Hindu tradition of life\, which we do not want to give up.\n\nIf you can read perhaps a portion of the Geeta or Upanishads\, please let us know asap by emailing mail@hindutemple.ca.\n\nFollowing have already been taken by the Hari Geeta participants who read once every 2 months (Chapters 2\, 10\, 11\, 12\, 13\, 15\, 16 of Geeta)
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/brahma-vidya-day-2/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241013
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T184639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T191539Z
UID:9930-1728691200-1728777599@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Temple Anniversary\, Shri Lalita Sahasranamavali\, Deep Pooja
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/temple-anniversary-shri-lalita-sahasranamavali-deep-pooja-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T183619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T183620Z
UID:9921-1728115200-1728246600@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Chandi Yaag :   Akhand Ramayan Paath  :Global Akhand Vishnu Sahasranam
DESCRIPTION: We will be celebrating\n1) Akhand Ramayan Paath on Oct 5 starting at 8:00 am and completing on Sunday. We read Tulsi Das ji’s Ram Charit Manas in 1/2 hour to 2 hour slots. Devotees can read in groups (from one location) or as a single participant. You can also read at the Temple.  If you wish to participate in this auspicious event\, please let us know the time you prefer to read by emailing mail@hindutemple.ca (at least a 2 hour window only) and for how long.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/chandi-yaag-akhand-ramayan-paath-global-akhand-vishnu-sahasranam/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241004T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T183108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T183108Z
UID:9918-1728030600-1728073800@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Durga Saptasati Parayan 6PM to 7:30PM (CONCLUSION)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/durga-saptasati-parayan-6pm-to-730pm-conclusion/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T182926Z
UID:9916-1727944200-1727987400@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Navaratri Begins :  Durga Saptasati Parayan 6PM to 7:30PM
DESCRIPTION:Navratri is the symbolic celebration of nine nights of battle of the good against the evil with the result of victory of the good on the tenth day. During this period\, Mother Durga is worshipped as the deity of power\, energy and wisdom.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/navaratri-begins-durga-saptasati-parayan-6pm-to-730pm/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T180438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T143210Z
UID:9911-1727857800-1727901000@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Sarva Pitru Amavasya (Mahalaya) :  Bhadrapada Amavasya
DESCRIPTION:Pitru Paksha\, the fortnight during which homage is paid to the ancestors\, starts from Wednesday\, September 18 and ends on Mahalaya Amavasya\, also called Sarva Pitru Amavasya\, Mahalaya Amavasya is considered the most significant day of Pitru Paksha. \nWe expect the temple to be busy during these two weeks. If you would like to offer Shradha / Pitru Tarpan to your ancestors\, you can perform the ritual with the guidance of the priests at the Temple. We suggest that you please call ahead at 613-822-1531 and make a booking. \nAt the temple\, Mahalaya -Sarva Pitru Amavasya will be conducted on Wednesday\, October 2\, and the Temple will be open all day from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/sarva-pitru-amavasya-mahalaya-2/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T180154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T180154Z
UID:9909-1727568000-1727654399@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh Vrat (Shiva Abhishek )
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vrat-shiva-abhishek-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240919
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T180039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T180039Z
UID:9906-1726617600-1726703999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pitru Paksha Begins
DESCRIPTION:Pitru Paksha\, the fortnight during which homage is paid to the ancestors\, starts from Wednesday\, September 18 and ends on Mahalaya Amavasya\, also called Sarva Pitru Amavasya\, that extends over two days – Tuesday\, October 1 and  Wednesday\, October 2 (as per local Panchang).  Mahalaya Amavasya is considered the most significant day of Pitru Paksha. \nWe expect the temple to be busy during these two weeks. If you would like to offer Shradha / Pitru Tarpan to your ancestors\, you can perform the ritual with the guidance of the priests at the Temple. We suggest that you please call ahead at 613-822-1531 and make a booking. \nAt the temple\, Mahalaya -Sarva Pitru Amavasya will be conducted on Wednesday\, October 2\, and the Temple will be open all day from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm. \n\n———————————–\nPitru Paksha (Sanskrit: पितृ पक्ष\, lit. '”fortnight of the paternal ancestors”‘\, IAST: Pitṛ pakṣa)\, also spelt Pitri Paksha\, is a 16-lunar day period in the Hindu calendar when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors (Pitrs)\, especially through food offerings. The period is also known as Pitri Paksha/Pitr-Paksha\, Pitri Pokkho\, Sorah Shraddha (“sixteen shraddhas”)\, Kanagat\, Jitiya\, Mahalaya\, Apara Paksha and akhadpak.[2][3][4] \nPitru Paksha is considered by Hindus to be inauspicious\, given the death rite performed during the ceremony\, known as Shraddha or Tarpana. In southern and western India\, it falls in the second paksha (fortnight) Hindu lunar month of Bhadrapada (September) and follows the fortnight immediately after Ganesh Utsav. It begins on the Pratipada (first day of the fortnight) ending with the no moon day known as Sarvapitri Amavasya\, Pitri Amavasya\, Peddala Amavasya or Mahalaya Amavasya (simply Mahalaya) Most years\, the autumnal equinox falls within this period\, i.e. the Sun transitions from the northern to the southern hemisphere during this period. In North India and Nepal\, and cultures following the purnimanta calendar or the solar calendar\, this period may correspond to the waning fortnight of the luni-solar month Ashvina\, instead of Bhadrapada. \n  \n 
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pitru-paksha-begins/
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CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240912T175557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T175557Z
UID:9903-1726560000-1726592400@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Bhadrapada Poornima (Satyanarayan Pooja at Temple) and Poornima Shradha
DESCRIPTION:Significance of Bhadrapada Purnima\nAs per the Hindu mythology and calendar\, every Hindu lunar month has one Amavasya (No moon) and a Purnima (Full moon) day. Purnima is considered to have a very high religious significance as per the ancient Hindu mythology. A lot of importance is given to the Bhadrapada Purnima as it is associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu. The next day after Bhadrapada Purnima\, Pitru Paksha Shraddha begins. \nThis day is considered to be very auspicious for conducting the ceremony of Grih Pravesh and is considered to be a very special & sacred for the followers of Lord Vishnu. Devotees seek blessings of Lord Vishnu on this day so that their life becomes better.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/bhadrapada-poornima-satyanarayan-pooja-at-temple-and-poornima-shradha/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240819T015251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T015251Z
UID:9788-1725753600-1725839999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Onam
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/onam/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240819T015206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T015206Z
UID:9786-1725753600-1725839999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Temple Ganapati Visarjan
DESCRIPTION:Ganesh Visarjan: Sunday\, September 8 \n11:00 am to 12:15 pm                      Bhajans in the Mahamandap \n12:15 pm to 12:45 pm                      Brahma Vidya \n12:45 pm                                         Aarti in the Mahamandap \n1:00 pm                                           Prasad \n2:00 pm                                           Visarjan Pooja followed by Visarjan
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/temple-ganapati-visarjan/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240906T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240906T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240819T015016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T015016Z
UID:9784-1725611400-1725654600@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Shri Ganesh Chaturthi
DESCRIPTION:Sri Ganesh Festival will be celebrated at the temple from Friday\, September 6 (Ganesh Sthapana) to Sunday\, September 8 (Ganesh Visarjan). \nThe program details are as follows: \nGanesh Sthapana:  Friday\, September 6 \nBetween 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm         Sthapana Pooja  followed by Aarti \n\nSaturday\, September 7 \n6:00 pm                                           Pooja followed by Aarti \n\nGanesh Visarjan: Sunday\, September 8 \n11:00 am to 12:15 pm                      Bhajans in the Mahamandap \n12:15 pm to 12:45 pm                      Brahma Vidya \n12:45 pm                                         Aarti in the Mahamandap \n1:00 pm                                           Prasad \n2:00 pm                                           Visarjan Pooja followed by Visarjan \n  \nPlease contact the temple priests at 613 822 1531 for more information.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/shri-ganesh-chaturthi/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240819T014729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T014729Z
UID:9780-1725264000-1725278400@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Saraswati puja
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/saraswati-puja/
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CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Half Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240727T161701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T002427Z
UID:9672-1724630400-1724716799@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:Sri Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated at the Temple on Monday\, August 26. \nThe Temple will be open all day\, from 8:30 am until midnight. \nSpecial Program for the Evening: \nHari Gita (Hindi)                                            7:00 pm – 10:00 pm \nBhajans                                                        10:00 pm – 11:40 pm \nGita – Chapter 11                                           11:40 pm – 11:50 pm \nOm Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya                    11:50 pm – Midnight \nJanm\, Aarti\, Jhoola                                         Midnight \nWe hope you are able to participate in this auspicious event. \n———————————————————————————————————————————————— \nKrishna Janmashtami\, also known as Janmashtami or Gokulashtami\, is an annual Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Krishna\, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Here are some key details about this auspicious occasion: \n\nDate and Timing:\n\nKrishna Janmashtami falls on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the Hindu month of Shravana (according to the amanta tradition) or Bhadrapada (according to the purnimanta tradition).\nThis corresponds to August or September in the Gregorian calendar 1.\n\n\nSignificance and Customs:\n\nDevotees celebrate by:\n\nParticipating in puja (worship) and reading religious texts.\nEnacting dance-dramas depicting Krishna’s life from the Bhagavata Purana.\nFasting (upavasa) and singing devotional songs until midnight (the time of Krishna’s birth).\n\n\nThe festival is especially significant in the Vaishnavism tradition of Hinduism 2.\n\n\nLegend and Birthplace:\n\nKrishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva in a prison in Mathura\, India.\nHis birth was during a time of persecution\, and he was the eighth child of Devaki.\nKrishna’s life story is recorded in the Mahabharata\, Puranas\, and Bhagavata Purana 1.\n\n\nMessage of Dharma and Love:\n\nKrishna’s birth symbolizes spreading the message of dharma\, love\, and oneness on Earth 3.\n\n\n\nMay Krishna’s divine presence bring joy and blessings to all! \n  \nCourtesy : CoPilot \n  \nWe need help every Monday for the next few weeks\, especially on Aug 26th which also happens to be Shri Krishna Janmashtami. We also need help on 25th with decorating the temple in preparation for Janmashtami. We are depending on all of you volunteers to get everything done. Please let Mrs.Sabitha ji (+1 (343) 262-1378) know if you are available to help in the evening of 11th\, 18th\, for shravan Monday Pooja\, 25th for cleaning\, decorating and preparing the temple for Janmashtami\, and on 26th for Janmashtami celebrations. Grateful thanks in advance to all who can help.  \n  \n 
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/krishna-janmashtami-2/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240806
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
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UID:9656-1722816000-1722902399@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Shravan Maas Begins: south India
DESCRIPTION:Shravan Maas\, also known as Sawan\, is a significant period in the Hindu lunar calendar. It typically falls between July and August\, marking the fifth month of the Hindu calendar. During this auspicious month\, devotees engage in rituals and worship dedicated to Lord Shiva. Here are some key points about Shravan Maas: \n\nSignificance: Shravan Maas is revered as the most auspicious month. It is charged with Shiva tattvas (Shiva elements)\, which purify the mind\, senses\, body\, and soul through dedicated rituals to Lord Shiva1.\nChaturmas Period: Shravan Maas is the first month of the Chaturmas period\, which consists of four months (Shravan\, Bhadrapada\, Ashwin\, and Kartik) dedicated to bhakti (devotion) and revering the Divine. Lord Vishnu enters Yoga Nidra (deep meditation) on Adi Shesha (the seven-hooded serpent) beneath the cosmic ocean during this time\, while Lord Shiva takes care of creation1.\nLegend of Maa Parvati: According to another legend\, Maa Parvati observed hard penance and fasting throughout the month of Shravan to marry Lord Shiva. Pleased with her devotion\, Lord Shiva fulfilled her wish. Many women observe Shravan Somvar Fast or Solah Somvar Fast during this month to attract a husband like Bhagwan Shiva1.\nSamudra Manthan: The search for Amrit (nectar of immortality) began in the Shravan month during the Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Milky Ocean). Fourteen types of jewels emerged from the ocean\, including the deadly poison Halahal. This event holds great significance in Hindu mythology1.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/shravan-maas-begins-south-india/
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CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240801T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240727T155745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240727T155745Z
UID:9654-1722501000-1722544200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh Vrat : Shiva Abhishek at the Temple
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vrat-shiva-abhishek-at-the-temple-7/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240518T190332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T190332Z
UID:9558-1721637000-1721680200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Shravan Maas Begins North India
DESCRIPTION:Temple hours: \n  \nMorning 8.30 am to 10.30 am \nEvening 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/shravan-maas-begins-north-india/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240721T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015417
CREATED:20240518T190145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T190145Z
UID:9555-1721550600-1721593800@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Guru [Ashadh] Poornima (Satyanarayan Pooja at Temple) (Poornima upto 6:16pm)
DESCRIPTION:(Satyanarayan Pooja at Temple) (Poornima upto 6:16pm)
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/guru-ashadh-poornima-satyanarayan-pooja-at-temple-poornima-upto-616pm/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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