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UID:10315-1740470400-1740502800@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh Vrat(Shiva Abhishek at the Temple)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vratshiva-abhishek-at-the-temple-3/
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;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250226
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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UID:10313-1740441600-1740527999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Maha Shivrathri  will be celebrated on Tuesday\, February 25 .  The Temple will be open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm  Special evening puja from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
DESCRIPTION:Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated on Tuesday\, February 25 .  The Temple will be open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm and devotees will have the opportunity to perform Abhishekam and Darshan all day. \nSpecial evening puja from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRudrabhishekam in the main Shiva shrine by the priests.\nRudram chanting at 6:00 pm.\nShiva Puja\, Mantrapushpam and Aarti.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join in this auspicious occasion with your family and friends. You may bring small quantities of milk\, flowers for abhishekam and fruits or boxed sweets for offerings. Please do not bring any open prasad like rice or kheer which are difficult to distribute. \nThe Regular Tuesday’s Hanuman Chalisa Parayan will not take place in the evening. \nTo ensure a safe and fulfilling Shivaratri celebration for everyone\, we request your cooperation and adherence to the following protocols: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDevotees will be allowed inside the Temple\, especially in the Mahamandap\, only for a brief duration. Please follow the instructions of our volunteers and ensure constant movement to avoid overcrowding and ensure the safety of all attendees.\nPlease offer Abhishek only once\, and together with your family\, to allow time and opportunity for all devotees to do the same.\nFollowing Darshan inside the Temple\, please move toward the Gopuram Dwar for Aarti and Prasad. We request you then exit the parking area swiftly\, allowing other devotees the opportunity to park and enter the Temple.\nKindly ensure that your vehicle is parked properly and does not block any other vehicle. Please follow the guidance of our volunteers who will assist with parking.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEERS \nWe need many volunteers to help ensure the safe and smooth organization of the Shivaratri celebration. If you are able to volunteer\, please register at the following link: Volunteers for Maha Shivaratri  ( https://forms.gle/XMYNap9pW89SQK4w5) \nYou can join the LIVE BROADCAST of the entire program by clicking:  Join Temple Live Broadcast. \nTo use this link\, you will need to download the software\, “GoToMeeting”. For more information\, visit the Temple’s website: www.hindutemple.ca.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/maha-shivrathri/
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:20250202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20241215T022500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T022500Z
UID:10309-1738454400-1738540799@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Vasant Panchami
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/vasant-panchami-3/
LOCATION:Hindu Temple\, 4835 Bank St\, Gloucester\, ON\, K1X 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250115
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250101T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250101T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241214T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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:20241111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20241021T123737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T123737Z
UID:10093-1731313800-1731357000@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Dev Utthana Ekadashi
DESCRIPTION:Dev Uthani Ekadashi which is also known as Prabhodini Ekadashi\, Guruvayur or Karthiki Ekadashi falls during the Shukla Paksha of the holy Karthika month of the Hindu lunar calendar. It is a day when devotees of Lord Krishna observe a fast to seek his blessings\, along with worshipping him by chanting his holy names and singing bhajans.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/dev-utthana-ekadashi/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241103
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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:20260613T090420
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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:20241013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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:20260613T090420
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:20241002T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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:20260613T090420
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:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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;TZID=America/Toronto:20240906T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240906T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240905T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240905T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240819T014834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T014835Z
UID:9782-1725525000-1725568200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Haritalika Teej
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/haritalika-teej/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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:20240816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240817
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240727T160919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T214510Z
UID:9665-1723766400-1723852799@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Varalakshmi Vratam
DESCRIPTION:  \nSri Varalakshmi Puja will be conducted at the Temple on Friday\, August 16 from 6:30 pm to  8:00 pm. Please come and join the auspicious celebration and seek divine blessings. \nPuja will start at 6:30 pm followed by recitation of Vrata story and Aarti at 8:00 pm.  Puja plates will be handed out to all participants in advance. You can bring small quantities of flowers and fruits. \nWe need volunteers to set-up the puja plates and help in other arrangements. If you wish to volunteer\, you are requested to be at the Temple by 5:30 pm. \nFor further information\, please contact the temple at 613-822-1531. \nVaralakshmi Vratam\, also known as Varalakshmi Puja\, is a Hindu observance dedicated to the goddess of wealth\, Lakshmi. It is primarily performed by married Hindu women in South India. Here are some key details about this auspicious occasion: \n\nDate and Timing:\n\nVaralakshmi Vratam is observed on the Friday before the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Shravana (which corresponds to July–August in the Gregorian calendar).\nIn 2024\, it falls on August 16 1.\n\n\nRituals and Significance:\n\nWomen worship Goddess Lakshmi with devotion\, offering fruits\, sweets\, and flowers.\nA kalasham (representing the deity) is decorated with a sari\, flowers\, and gold jewelry.\nAuspicious items like rice\, betel leaves\, turmeric sticks\, bananas\, and coins are placed inside the kalasham.\nThe puja begins with a formal welcome of Lakshmi into the house.\nAfter reciting shlokas and songs\, a yellow thread is untied\, and a piece is given to each woman to tie around her right wrist as a symbol of blessings and protection 2.\n\n\nPurpose:\n\nMarried women perform Varalakshmi Vratam for their well-being and to seek blessings for their husbands’ health and longevity.\nIt is believed that worshipping Varalakshmi on this day is equivalent to worshipping the Ashtalakshmi—the eight aspects of Lakshmi\, representing different forms of wealth 2.\n\n\nNaivedyam (Offerings):\n\nIn Tamil Nadu\, women prepare four varieties of kolukattai\, payasam\, and vadai as offerings 2.\n\n\n\nMay this auspicious occasion bring prosperity and blessings to all! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/varalakshmi-vratam/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240808
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240727T160429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240727T160429Z
UID:9659-1722988800-1723075199@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Hariyali Teej
DESCRIPTION:Hariyali Teej is a significant festival celebrated by Hindu women\, particularly in northern India. Let me share some details about this beautiful occasion: \n\nDate and Significance:\n\nHariyali Teej falls on the third day of Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) in the month of Adhik Maas Sawan (an extra month in the Hindu lunar calendar).\nIt usually occurs in August\, during the monsoon season when the surroundings are lush and green.\nThe name “Hariyali Teej” comes from the word “hariyali\,” which means greenery.\nMarried women observe fasts on this day\, seeking the well-being and longevity of their husbands.\nUnmarried women also fast\, hoping to find a desirable life partner.\n\n\nRituals and Celebrations:\n\nWomen dress in beautiful green attire\, wear green bangles\, and apply mehendi (henna) on their hands and feet.\nThey adorn themselves with attractive jewelry\, following the Solah Shringar tradition associated with marriage.\nTemples are decorated with lights and flowers\, and special food and Prasad are offered to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.\nNewlywed women often visit their parents’ homes to celebrate their first Teej there.\n\n\nBlessings and Devotion:\n\nHariyali Teej is a day of devotion to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.\nWomen seek blessings for their husbands’ well-being and longevity.\nThose who observe the fast with full dedication receive blessings from Goddess Parvati\, fulfilling their desired wishes.\n\n\n\nRemember\, Hariyali Teej is not only a religious observance but also a celebration of nature’s bounty and the bond between spouses
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/hariyali-teej-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240721T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240720T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240720T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240518T185911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T190200Z
UID:9551-1721464200-1721507400@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Vyasa Puja (Chaturdashi up to 8:29 am)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/vyasa-puja-chaturdashi-up-to-829-am/
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:20240707T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240707T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240518T185720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T185720Z
UID:9548-1720341000-1720384200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Jagannath Rathayatra
DESCRIPTION:Jagannath Rath Yatra – Importance\nIndian festival of Jagannath Rath Yatra is associated with Lord Jagannath\, Maa Subhadra (his sister) and Lord Balabhadra (elder brother). This festival holds immense significance in Hindu religion as it is believed that it is a wish of Lord Jagannath to visit Mathura\, his place of birth\, for some days. So\, in order to fulfill the Lord’s wishes\, the devotees conduct this procession each year which starts from Lord Jagannath Temple till Gundicha Temple in Puri. This celebration is a way to commemorate the visit of Lord Jagannath to Gundicha temple via Mausi Maa temple.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/jagannath-rathayatra/
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:20240601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240518T183712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T183712Z
UID:9530-1717200000-1717286399@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Hanuman Jayanthi ( Telegu)
DESCRIPTION:Sri Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on Saturday 1st of June\, starting at 4:30 pm. A special Anjaneya Abhishekam will be performed with chanting of Sri Hanuman Chalisa\, Sundara Kanda (Telugu)\, Bhajans\, and Puja followed by Arati and prasadam at 7 pm. \nAlthough the Hanuman Jayanti on Vaishakha Bahula Dasami is celebrated mostly in South India\, all are welcome to join. You can bring small quantities of milk (1 L. bag)\, flowers and fruits for the Abhishekam and puja. Please don’t bring any cooked items for prasad. \nPrasadam will be organized and distributed at the exit door after the puja. \nIf you would like to help prepare prasadam or volunteer for general help during the event please send a reply to eventsatthetemple@gmail.com. \nIf you need more information about this event\, please contact the Temple at 613-822-1531.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/hanuman-jayanthi-telegu/
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:20240414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240324T115533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T115805Z
UID:9256-1713052800-1713139199@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Akhand Ramcharit Manas  Paath Ends\,: SundarKand Path
DESCRIPTION:(i) Akhand Ramcharit Manas  Paath Ends\,  \n(ii) 11 am SundarKand Path
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/akhand-ramcharit-manas-paath-ends-sundarkand-path/
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;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240324T115313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T014630Z
UID:9252-1712966400-1713052799@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Sita Ram Kalyanam:Akhand Ramcharit Manas Paath Begins
DESCRIPTION:Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam and Sri Rama Pattabhishekam \nSri Sita Rama Kalyanotsavam and Sri Rama Pattabhishekam (the Divine Wedding and coronation of Sri Ramachandra Prabhu) will be celebrated on Saturday\, April 13  from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. This event will be celebrated in Gita Bhavan (downstairs). \nAkhand Ramayan Paath \nTulsidas krita Sri RamCharitManas will be recited continuously for 24 hours\, starting from Saturday\, April 13 at 8:00 am and ending on Sunday\, April 14 at 8:00 am.  If you wish to read this Holy Scripture for half an hour\, please send an email with your preferred time window at your earliest convenience  to info@hindutemple.ca. \n 
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/sita-ram-kalyanamakhand-ramcharit-manas-paath/
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;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240324T115011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T115011Z
UID:9249-1712966400-1713052799@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Solar New Year\, Baisakhi\, Nepali New Year\, Tamil Puthandu\, Vishu Malayali\, Nepali New Year
DESCRIPTION:Mesha Sankranti is also known as Maha Vishuva Sankranti. According to Vedic astrology on this day the Sun enters Mesha Rashi or Aries Zodiac. This day marks the beginning of the New Year in most Hindu Solar Calendars. Mesha Sankranti is celebrated as Puthandu in Tamil Nadu.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/solar-new-year-baisakhi-nepali-new-year-tamil-puthandu-vishu-malayali-nepali-new-year/
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:20240406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240324T113137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T113336Z
UID:9241-1712361600-1712447999@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Pradosh Vrat (Shiva Abhishek at Temple)
DESCRIPTION:Chaitra\, Krishna Trayodashi
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/pradosh-vrat-shiva-abhishek-at-temple-4/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Celebration at Temple,Festivals,Full Day,Important Dates,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240309
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20240115T190219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T030515Z
UID:8990-1709856000-1709942399@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Maha Shivaratri
DESCRIPTION:Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated on Friday\, March 8 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Please join the auspicious occasion with families and friends. You may bring small quantities of milk\, flowers and fruits for abhishekam and offerings. \nThe Temple will be open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm. \nProgram for the Evening \n4:00 pm           Ganesh Prarthana \n4:10 pm           Bhajans and Devotional Songs \n6:30 pm           Samkalpam \n6:40 pm           Rudra Abhishekam in the main Shiva shrine by the priests \nChanting of Rudram by the Devotees \n7:30 pm           Shiva Puja\, Ashtothara Shatha Namavali\, Manthra Pushpam \n8:00 pm           Aarti (Jaya Shiva Omkara and Jaya Jagadeesha Hare) \nIf you wish to sing a bhajan or a devotional song\, please send a reply email in advance to make sure every one gets the opportunity to sing.  Also\, please encourage youngsters to participate in the singing. \nVolunteers \nWe need volunteers for smooth organization of the event. We need help in setting up tables\, prasad distribution\, help orderly movement of the devotees and general cleanup. If you would like  to volunteer\, please register at: \nVolunteers for Maha Shivaratri \nYou can join the LIVE BROADCAST of the entire program by clicking:  Join Temple Live Broadcast \nTo use this link\, you will need to download the software\, “GoToMeeting”.
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/maha-shivaratri-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;TZID=America/Toronto:20240114T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T090420
CREATED:20231216T211457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T211458Z
UID:8736-1705221000-1705264200@hindutemple.ca
SUMMARY:Makar Sankranti\, Pongal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hindutemple.ca/events/makar-sankranti-pongal-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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