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Asia Today, LLC, 1050 E Ray Road, Suite 5 #318, Chandler, AZ 85225 SIA • October 2012 ATODAY 1 Uniting all South Asians in the Valley Monthly Newspaper • Vol-V • Issue-10 • Phone : 480-250-2519 • [email protected] • October 2012 Mika Singh 18 22 33 IACRF & Radio Chennai Sri Bollywood Chetinaad Not a dirty outing Dance Palace Grand 6 Competition Opening for Vidya Balan Ganesha Idol Making ISAA ANNIVERSARY – GRAND CELEBRATIONS Phoenix, AZ at Ekta Mandir September 7, 2012 he members of the Indian TSenior Association of Ari- zona (ISAA) and other youth members of the community put on an amazing display of Bollywood style performanc- es during its first anniversary celebration held at Le Soiree Banquet Hall located at 2915 W. Bell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85053. The event began promptly by VarunBhalla& Robby Up- palat 7:00 PM with an ISAA taken and procedural needs. special guest of honor Mr. Moi- warm welcome by Chhotubhai He touched upon ISAA’s short ses “Moe” Gallegos, Human Patel. This was followed by an and long term plans. The warm Resources Deputy Director of informative overview ppt-slide welcome and the review set the City of Phoenix, praised presentationfull of humor by the tone for the evening’s cel- the importance of ISAA’s work Jitu Patel on ISAA mission, vi- ebration to be one of congeni- of giving back to elders who • Continued on P08 sion, policies, activities under- ality, excitement, and fun. The • Continued on P03 www.facebook.com/asiatodayaz www.asiatodayaz.com SIA ATODAY 2 • October 2012 www.asiatodayaz.com www.facebook.com/asiatodayaz • Continued from Front Page SIA • October 2012 ATODAY 3 ISAA ANNIVERSARY – GRAND CELEBRATIONS Indian Seniors Association of Arizona put on a Dazzling Cultural& Bollywood Style Show Celebrating the ISAA’s First Anniversary have given so much to the community. nutest details including discipline, punctuality and By 7:30PM, the entertainment portion of the eve- presentation of quality items for entertainment. ning began with a cultural dance known as Dandi- Overall, the program was a great successwhich aRaas performed by the Golden GarbaRaas, a group was enjoyed by nearly 300 people overwhelming the composed of ISAA seniors. This event was very well hall capacity to its fullest!Those present were totally received by the audience. It was followed by another engrossed in all of the events presented with scream- traditional dance known as Raas-Garba performed ing, roaring, shouting, whistling including a standing by well empowered energetic pretty young ladies ovation filledwith their appreciation. Feedback has who were amazing dancers. One of the emcees of poured from all directions and places. Great Job! the evening, VarunBhalla, performed a crowd ener- ISAA, you made history!The show lasted for almost gizing Bollywood dance famously performed by the two hours, which was of course full of entertainment, Bollywood actor Salman Khan. Varun’s lovely sister, fun and laughter and could be attributed to the ex- EeshaBhalla, then proceeded to perform a phenom- cellent sound system setting by our own Babubhai- enal dance with RiyashaDaulat. Carrying the energy Gohel. No matter what, without the support from the to the next performance was a group performance, of membership, ISAA would not be what it is! ISAA is the international hit song ChhamakChhalo. grateful to those who have worked very hard with While the performers and members of the audi- caring affections. Feedback received is over and be- ence were having great time, Jitubhai took the op- yond expectation! ISAA’s dream for the togetherness portunity to thank the sponsors and the Working and harmony came true!CONGRATULATIONS! Committee who helped make the evening so special. ISAA thanks the community for coming with pa- Jitubhai brought the Committeemembers to the stage tience, punctuality and excellent cooperation.Also, and introduced Mrs. DeepikaBhalla, owner of Le Soi- Eesha, Varun& Robby - the three master emcees did ree Banquet Hall as well as an ardent supporter of a fantastic job of presenting the program! Special ISAA. Mrs. Bhalla gave a heartfelt speech about the thanks to the Working Committee who are the back- importance of ISAA, and the significance of the night, bones of ISAA for not only this program’s success but in support of such a wonderful organization. also for good planning and execution of weekly meet- On behalf of ISAA, Chandrakant Patel moved ings throughout. ISAA is grateful to all the generous that the person behind the success of this organiza- contributors. ISAA appreciatesPriti Patel for putting tion is Jitu Patel who has procured the highest level such an outstanding program booklet together, which of international fame and recognition in the field of added much value to the evening’s presentation. ISAA health, environment and industrial safety. Though he thanks the three lovely co-sponsors:DeepikaBhalla, has an excellent committee support, his unmatched Nilam Patel &SapnaPaddafor hosting the most im- leadership and outstanding dedication to serve this portant part of the program’s success, which is the organization ismuch appreciated. ISAArequested banquet’s fresh, tasty & plentiful dinner. Also, ISAA him to continue to lead this organization for even bet- is grateful to Pablo for assisting in all aspects of the ter and bigger future. program.ISAA isindebted to the publishers of Asia The entertainment carried on thereafter with Today for providing outstanding support, making a a high energy and well choreographed Bollywood big difference in reaching out to the community. ISAA dance by RiyashaDaulat. The Chetna Group then fol- blesses Deepika for providing the Hall to make it their lowed with a wonderful Garba-Raas-Dandia medley, home! Jitubhai extended ISAA’s sincere appreciation which was considered a great performance by the to the Guest of Honor Mr. MoisesGalligos for grac- audience.The main event of the evening was a sur- ing the occasion with his presence and delivering the prise performance by the ISAA seniors who brought messagefrom the Phoenix City Mayor’s office. Bollywood back to Phoenix and its roots. It was quite So many attendees took time and troubles send- a thrill to the amazement of the audience who had no ing e-mails and/or made phone calls and provided clue to its background. feedbackstating; “we truly enjoyed the entire eve- Following the electrifying performances, all of ning; we were impressed with the sharp 7:00pm the guests and members enjoyed wonderful Indian start, the decorations, the organization and most of food. Amazing door prizes were distributed to the all the energy and enthusiasm of all especially the raffled winners. “The night was a great deal of fun,” seniors; all the performances were so inspiring; we exclaimed numerous members. Others said “some- would never miss an opportunity to be part of such thingthey are looking forward to next year.” events in future.”They added that the Community is ISAA expressed their sincere gratitude to the grateful for ISAA’s courage, skills, vigor and patience members, performers and the donors for their es- in creating such a marvel and helping so many se- teemed support.ISAA believes in volunteer service niors and others, which is invaluable and could not asking for cooperation and loyalty from their mem- be measured. bership, which is considered extremely important! ISAA will continue providing senior citizens from ISAA brought the community of all ages, faiths, colors the Indo-American Community with opportunities to and races under one roof,and were able to prove that socialize and conduct cultural, educational, social, the seniors care, they are warm andopen, and,they religious, health and recreational activities for their practice what they preach in regards to being one continued healthy and happy lifestyle. For further in- big united family. ISAA is proud of their outstanding formation, contact Jitu Patel at 623-581-8881 or any accomplishments. The community attendees left the members of the Working Committee. hall asking for such events are held more often in Acknowledgement: This ‘press release’ was initi- such a well-orchestrated and beautifully organized ated by Robby Uppal and was reviewed by Dr Na- manner that demonstrated full control over the mi- rayan Ojha. www.facebook.com/asiatodayaz www.asiatodayaz.com SIA From the Desk of Asia Today ATODAY 4 • October 2012 Knowing What to Believe… desire the most you will always keep close to Uniting all South Asians in the Valley your own heart. Your experiences will shape t seems every time you turn around, someone and mold you and if you do not take time Monthly Newspaper or the other is offering an opinion on what out to reflect on those experiences, you will • Vol-V • Issue-10 • October 2012 • [email protected] I to do, how to do it, how to live your life, and end up realizing that you do not even know Asia Today Team ultimately what is best for you. 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