Banquet 2010
Dec. 2010
The CM D/FW annual banquet was held on Dec. 05 2010 at the Hilton Anatole, Dallas, TX. The event began with the “Kumbambh” offered to Swami Prakashananda and traditional lamp lighting ceremony. The invocation bhajan Gana Naayakaya renered by Balavihar children along with the accompanying band and orchestra under the guidance of Mrs. Kavitha Srinivasan set us all on the right note! Our President, Mr. Ashok Dandekar welcomed the guests and spoke briefly about the Chinmaya Mission activities, which included the support offered to the Bhutanese refugees. This was followed by a short play on Dashavatar, directed by Priya Maini.
Swami Prakashananda, Acharya for the Trinidad and Tobago center, was the keynote speaker. His talk challenged the listener to reflect upon the popular adage “I think therefore I am”. Shouldn’t that truly be “I AM, therefore I think”?!!!
Shlokathon trophies were awarded to this year’s recipients and it was followed by chanting of Bhagavad Gita, chapter 4. A short video presentation highlighted additional acitivites offered at CM D/FW. Not only does it include Balavihar and cultural classes showcased in the event, but other activities such as Picnic, Walkathon, TGIF Club, Story Time, Satsangs, etc. are an intergral part of our center.
The fundraiser was held before dinner and people opened their hearts and wallets to support the various activities operational at our center. Food catered for about 480 guests was a perfect way to conclude the event. Overall the Annual Banquet 2010 satiated everone’s hunger at the body, mind, and intellect levels.
