JAINA Convention 2011 07 Program Guide Houston TX

SR No.: 527534
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Federation of JAINA
Publisher: USA Federation of JAINA
Publication Year: 2011
Total Pages: 24
Language: English
Classification: Magazine, USA_Convention JAINA, & USA
File Size: 2 MB

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JAINA CONVENTION 2011
"Live and Help Live"
start from the Hilton hotel. Audience will be able to watch this program on the large monitor screens in the hall.
Convention Opening Ceremony: The opening ceremony will start with lighting of Deepak by the chief guest and Sanghpatis. It will be followed by a speech by the chief guest, a keynote speech by Dr. Neal Barnard, and address by JAINA president and conveners.
AFTERNOON PROGRAMS: (Details given under "Breakout Sessions for Adults")
EVENING PROGRAMS
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Swagatam (Saturday Evening): A welcome program presented by the Host, Jain Center of Houston. JAINA welcomes you with this signature event where we celebrate Jainism under the convention classic theme, LIVE AND HELP LIVE. It is a presentation using the rich media of songs, dances, and audio visuals wherein participants, young and old alike, will take you on a journey, showing Jains in various parts of India and other countries of the world. Our spiritual leaders have said that it is possible to have a world without borders, free of terrorism and malice by following the path of nonviolence and Ahimsa. Practice of yoga and meditation will make this world a better place to live. From little kids to older ones young at heart, they have worked hard to present this magnificent show.
JAINA Award Ceremony (Saturday Evening): The program will consist of presentation of Adult and Youth Recognition awards, JAINA Ratna award, and Presidents' awards.
Cultural Programs by Jain Centers (Saturday Evening): This program will include group dances and skits presented by various Jain centers of North America including Florida, New Jersey, Southern California, Austin, Chicago, Dallas and Houston.
SUNDAY, JULY 3, 2011
EARLY MORNING PROGRAMS
⚫ Yoga, meditation, Pratikraman and Zumba/Bollywood Exercise sessions will be held in Hilton Hotel as shown on the schedule.
AFTERNOON PROGRAMS: (Details given under "Breakout Sessions for Adults")
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EVENING PROGRAMS
⚫ JAINS GOT TALENT Finals (Sunday Evening): The finalists in each of the 2 categories (18 & below and above 18) selected during the Friday program will entertain the audience with their performances. The Emcee along with the performers will certainly make this evening program a memorable one. As audience, you will get an opportunity to cast your vote and be part of the Judging process to select the final winners. So come and have lots of fun and entertainment.
Bollywood Entertainment Program (Sunday Evening): The program will feature Bollywood songs by the three top winners of Sony TV's Indian Idol competition held in August 2010: Sreeram Chandra, Bhoomi Trivedi, and Rakesh Maini. Accompanied by professional musician group and an
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