India Currents e-Newsletter- November 2008

	November 2008	If you like this newsletter, forward it on! Questions? Email editor@indiacurrents.com
Dear friend of India Currents, It's hard to believe that 2008 is almost at a close! We've had an exciting year, from the Beijing Olympics to the election of President Obama, from the passage of the India-U.S. nuclear deal to new collaboration between Hollywood and Bollywood. Of course, the year has also brought its share of tragedies and disasters around the world.  All of us at India Currents have enjoyed sharing the year with you through the pages of our magazine. Next month we bring you a special December 2008/January 2009 combined issue, featuring the newsmakers and top films of the year, commentary on the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, and a series of special features on the subject of "going home."  As you know, the articles included here are just a sample of the content that India Currents offers in print and on the web at www.indiacurrents.com. We hope these stories will pique your interest enough to check out our website, where you can enjoy reading the complete range of features, perspectives, and stories presented there. Your comments and feedback are always welcome. Sincerely, Ragini Tharoor Srinivasan Editor, India Currents
		Love Online RUPA DEV, Nov 03, 2008 From writi ng a profile to meeting your match: A 20-something joins an online dating site to find out why singles are looking for love on the world wide web.
		A Doctor in the Making RANJIT SOURI, Nov 06, 2008 Herman Bagga of ABC’s hit mini-series, Hopkins, discusses urology research and representing Sikhs on television.
		If Not a Cure, a Voice JOSEPH BABCOCK, Nov 11, 2008 A review of AIDS Sutra: Hidden Stories from India
		Steady Footing SANJOY BANERJEE, Nov 03, 2008 Does the India-U.S. nuclear deal signal other new partnerships between the two democracies?
		Lunar Lunacy KRISHNAN BALASUBRAMANIAN, Nov 08, 2008 Tamil literature and poetry reveal the roots of Indian cultural practic es and values.
		Upcoming Events: Northern California
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	November 15 Saturday	Rivers: A Mystical Journey, a dance concert presented by Abhinaya Dance Company. Conceived by Shantha Raman, and choreographed by Abhinaya founder and artistic director Mythili Kumar, the recital features principal dancer Rasika Kuma r. Original music composed by Babu Parameshwaran. Nov. 15, 7 p.m.; and Nov. 16, 4 p.m. Mexican Heritage Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose. $25 general; $15 students/seniors; free for members. (408) 983-0491. www.abhinaya.org.  (See "Event Preview" story.)
	November 30 Sunday	Outernational Dub Science, club night with Cheb i Sabbah spinning a rare set of plus DJ Sep and Maneesh the Twister (Surya Dub). C heb i Sabbah has been enchanting audiences around the world with his sublime mix of Asian and Indian stylings that hold a firm root in both the rhythm and movement. His devotion and celebration of global music and culture highlights the talents of a man who has been in a multidecade love affair with music and people from all over the world. Sabbah’s sound has been pivotal in supporting the roots and traditions of many outernational sounds over the years including Bhangra, Asian, Arabic, and African Electronica. Presented by Dub Mission. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Elbo Room, 647 Valencia St., San Francisco. $6. Club: (415) 552 7788. www.dubmissionsf.com.
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	November 14 Friday	The Spinning Wheel Film Festival, a globally established entity that houses a foundation for filmmakers, film students, filmgoers, and critics. This year focuses on entertaining and educational films that challenge conventional perspectives and complex issues facing Sikhs and the world community alike. Friday, Nov. 14, 6:30-11 p.m. SWFF reception, with live entertainment and screenings. Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Film festival, more than 40 screened. Sunday, Nov. 16. 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Sikh art in museums; a series of lectures and workshops. Writer’s Guild Theatre, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills. media.spinningwheelfilmfestival@gmail.com.  www.spinningwheelhollywood.com.
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	November 21 Friday	On the Enlightened Path, an exhibit of Jain art from India. Jainism, one of the world’s oldest religions, advocates a peaceful and nonviolent lifestyle and affirms that an immortal and indestructible soul resides within every living creature. The exhibition includes approximately 20 paintings, sculptures, and manuscripts from this little-known faith. In addition to the sculptures depicting various male jinas (teachers), numerous illuminated pages from a rare 16th-century Kalpasutra manuscript are on view. Showing through July 13, 2009. Norton Simon Museum, 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. $8 general; $4 seniors; members/students/children under 18 free. (626) 449-6840. info@nortonsimon.org.  www.nortonsimon.org.
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