We’re excited to invite you to a Diwali Potluck Celebration at the Clubhouse on October 12th, 4 – 6 PM. Let’s celebrate together this joyous festival. This event is open to all residents of all cultural backgrounds – come and learn about the festival of lights!
This is a casual, come-as-you-are event. There’s no requirement to bring food, drinks, or supplies – just bring your smiles and festive spirit! Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/z3bDwF3CqMtWSuLKA.
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. The story behind Diwali comes from ancient times, when Rama returned to his kingdom, Ayodhya, with his wife and Brother, after defeating the demon king Ravana. To welcome him, people lit oil lamps called diyas and that tradition continues today. It is also widely associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Ganesha (the elephant head god), the god of wisdom and the remover of obstacles.
Families celebrate by deep cleaning their homes, praying for happiness and prosperity, and gathering with loved ones. Streets and homes sparkle with fireworks, the glow of lamps, and the sweet smell of delicious Indian sweets.
To celebrate the festival together, we’re hosting a Community Diwali Potluck! It’s a great chance to connect and enjoy some delicious food. Whether you’re bringing a dish or just joining in the fun, we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Learn more about Diwali here: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diwali
The board would like to thank Tej & Kunal for proposing and organizing this event. If you are interested in organizing a community-wide social event please reach out to board@caminodelprado.org.
