India Currents e-Newsletter- May 2008

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	May 2008	We welcome your feedback on our newsletter! Email editor@indiacurrents.com
		Karnatik Revival KALPANA MOHAN, May 05, 2008 Charting the evolution of Karnatik music in the United States, from scattered performances in the mid-20th century to the Thyagaraja Aradhana festival
		More than Bhangra RANJIT SOURI, May 05, 2008 A conversation with DJ Rekha, bhangra pioneer, activist, and firm believer in the power of popular culture.
	Underground Corporate SANDIP ROY CHOWDHURY • Photo: Melanie Dunea, May 06, 2008 “Rogue Sociologist” Sudhir Venkatesh on life in the Chicago projec ts and running with the Black Kings.
		Making Sense of College Admissions PURVI MODY, May 08, 2008 Online Exclusive: understanding the most competitive year in college admissions.
		Dance for Discovery SHRUTI SWAMY, May 12, 2008 Parijat Desai’s choreography builds a new tradition of modern dance.
		Upcoming Events: Northern California
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	May 22 Thursday	Book Reading with Preeta Samarasan, author of Evening is the Whole Day. 6 p.m. Book Passage, San Francisco Store, 1 Ferry Building, #42, San Francisco, CA. www.preetasamarasan.com
	May 31 Saturday	India i n Classrooms. Inviting sixth grade teachers on a tour of a Hindu temple to experience a presentation on the significance of Indian civilization. Discover the meaning of Hindu symbols and traditions through innovative teaching aids. Organized by India in Classrooms. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saraswati hall, Fremont Hindu temple, 3676 Delaware Dr., Fremont;. Free. 9408) 867-2136. indiainclassrooms@yahoo.com
Articles for readers of all ages and interests! Q&A Films Music Books Forum Editorial The Last Word		Upcoming Events: Southern California
	May 23 Friday	Residential Speak Samskritam Camp. Unique opportunity to learn Sanskrit in a camp atmosphere. Instructors include Samskrita Bharati instructors from In dia and U.S. Levels: Beginner—No prior knowledge; Intermediate I—Basic conversational skills in Samskritam; Intermediate II—Medium level conversational skills in Samskritam; Advanced—Good conversational skills and intermediate grammar. Participants are encouraged to attend with family. Special programs for kids. Camp also features activities like yoga, pranayama, and games. Held May 23-26. Camp Nawakwa, 4650, Jenks Lake Rd. East, Angelus Oaks. First adult $200, Other adults in same family $170, children 5 and above (including full-time students) and visiting parents $115. Fee includes lodging, food and study material. narmadaa08@gmail.com www.samskritabharati.org
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May 24 Saturday	Seventeenth Annual Swati Tirunal Day. Program consists of renditions of Swati Tirunal’s compositions by local musicians. Karnatik concert by Sandeep Narayan. Guest of honor: Ramesh Narayan. Participants welcome. Organized by Organization of Hindu Malayalees (OHM). 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Hoover Middle School auditorium, 3501 Country Club Dr., Lakewood. Free. (949) 856-3225. www.ohmohmohm.org
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