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8/14/2019 Newsletter- March 09, Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandal of California by Bhavin P. Kapadia
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Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandalof California
www.skmmc.com [email protected]
QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER January March 2009
Contents:Contents:Contents:Contents:*Pictures: Diwali party
*To & From NorCAL
*Bus Tour to L.A.
*$500 ScholarshipInformation and Form
*NEXT EVENT:Ram Navmi, Sat. 11 April(see last page)
EDITOR
Bhavin Prakash KapadiaPleasant Hill / Tracy
(714) 307 4663(209) 836 1461
IN LOVING MEMORY
Mr. Deepak Lal Mackrani
At the age of 48 years old,passed away in Modesto on Saturday, March 14, 2009
Our prayers go to his beloved family and friends
Over 400 people attended the funeralon Tuesday, March 17, in Turlock
Announcements
As noted, in the last newsletter, we were keen to takeadvantage of your rave reviews for the Mahotsavauditorium. And we listened to you.
As a result, it is official, the Lodi location and its largerdining hall have both been reserved for Sunday, September6, 2009. You will now have more space to: drink chai and,most importantly, enjoy your good old-fashioned ghosh.
The Mandal would like to recognise thefollowing individuals, in particular, for theirgenerous charitable donation at last yearsMahotsav:
Mr. Prakash K. Khatri(Belmont) $4,168.69
Mr. Narendra M. Khatri (Modesto) $3,026.00
Mr. Rajesh K. Khatri(Castro Valley) $2,689.00
Mr. Anil M. Khatri (Modesto) $1,501.00
Mr. Jawahrlal M. Khatri(Modesto) $1,501.00
Mrs. Bharti & Mr. Ashok Killer (San Jose) $1,111.00
We make a living by what we get, but
we make a life by what we give.
Winston Churchill
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Diwali Party pictures (and their thoughts)
Mr.NarendraS.Khatri(CastroValley),injeans:Eat|Mrs.TarunaM.Billimoria(Hayward)centreright:
foodfirst,then,iftimepermits,lookatthecameraman.|Mandalpartiesareexcellent,ifonlythereweremore.
SunilRatanji,left,Modesto:Thisfishcurryisawesome.|ThethreemusketeersofMahotsav2008:WedeserveWhy?BecauseIamheadofcateringsub-committee.| freebeer,afterall,lookatourcontribution (seepage1).
BhavinP.Kapadia,left,secretaryandBipinSurti,|Committeemembers:Ifthispartyhadghosh&fulia, president:WeshouldhaveranagainstObama-Biden.|tonight,everyKhatriintheworldwouldbehere.
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Mrs. Falguni & Mr. Kamlesh Ratilal MotiramLondon, UK Los Angeles San Francisco London, UK
Mr. Dhansukh U. Khatri & Mr. Vrajlal U. KhatriToronto, Canada San Francisco Toronto, Canada
To the Great State of California
Gsv. Hansaben Harkishandas Khatri with HitenCastro Valley India Castro Valley
Mrs. Purnima & Mr. Ashok V. Parmar with Santosh and ArjunMrs. Ranjana & Mr. Mahendra V. Parmar
Mrs. Vipa & Vijay D. Kapadia with ZankhanaMrs. Komal & Mr. Sanket Sagar
Castro Valley India Castro Valley
Mr. Harish Pranjivan DalalCupertino India Cupertino
Gsv. Dhanuben Shantilal KhatriFremont India Fremont
Wedding Congratulations
Mrs. Purnima & Mr. Ashok V. Parmar, Castro Valley, and their son
Santosh wedsSantosh wedsSantosh wedsSantosh weds BinitaBinitaBinitaBinitadaughter of Mrs. Purnima & Mr. Devidas C. Kshatriya, Taiwan
This auspicious occasion was held in Silvassa, India, 31 January, 2009
- Please inform the secretary for news you wish to share with us all -
SSSSECRETARYECRETARYECRETARYECRETARY
Bhavin Prakash KapadiaPleasant Hill / Tracy
(714) 307 - 4663(209) 836 - 1461
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Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandal of California
We are proud to announce at the January 2009 Navsari Mahotsav, our two distinguishedindividuals, Mr. Harish Parmar (Castro Valley) and Mr. Harilal Damodar (Modesto) were
honoured as Pramukh and Vyakti Vishesh, respectively. We congratulate them.
FORFORFORFOR SHRAVAN MAASSHRAVAN MAASSHRAVAN MAASSHRAVAN MAAS:::: BUS TOURBUS TOURBUS TOURBUS TOURTOTOTOTO SOUTHERNSOUTHERNSOUTHERNSOUTHERN CALIFORNIACALIFORNIACALIFORNIACALIFORNIA
SKMMC SPECIAL
You and your family have a wonderfulopportunity to spend two joyful days, in
summer, with your Khatri community.
Visit the best Mandirs, in southern
California, without having to drive.
Hindu Temple, Bakersfield * Ram Kabir Temple, Karsan Town * Jain Temple,Buena Park * Radha Krishna Temple, Norwalk * Sanatan Dharam Temple,
Norwalk * ISSO Swami Narayan, Norwalk * Laxmi Narayan Temple,Riverside * Radha Raman Temple, Placentia * Lakeshine Temple, PacificPalisades * Hindu Temple, Malibu * Calabasas Hindu Temple, Northridge *
In addition to visiting these fabulous temples, your trip will also include:
Overnight stay in Artesia, CA * Breakfast (2) * Lunch (2) * Dinner
Possible dates are: July 23 24 or Aug 20 21
* Pray * Relax * Enjoy * Eat * Laugh * Shop *
You and your family can enjoy all of this, at an estimated cost per person, for only $150.00
* First come, first serve basis
* Next newsletter, more details will follow
* For booking information, please call:
Darshana Jamnadas, (209) 551-3901,
Religious & Cultural subcommitteecoordinator
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Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandal of California
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
SKMMC has formulated the Policy and Procedures for the first scholarship offering $500.This is the amount pledged by our 2008 Mohatsav Pramukh, Mr. Narendra M. Khatri.
The scholarship is available to any student currently enrolled in college and to high school
seniors who intend to enter college.
We encourage all students to apply, as there are no other eligibility requirements.
Students will be required to: namely, write an essay and have good grades. Your scholarship
form is on the back of this page. If you require additional information, please contact:-- Bipin Surti, Mandal President, (209) 527 - 1048.
-- Harivadan Jamnadas, Chairperson, Scholarship Subcommittee, (209) 324 -1555
Please note SKMMC intends to raise additional money for the Education Fund. A fund raisingevent is to be held in the coming months.
***SKMMC scholarship committee is seeking two college graduates or college students to assist
in evaluating the applications. If you are interested, please contact Bipin Surti or Harivadan Jamnadas.
SCHOLARSHIP INSTRUCTIONS
1. Fill out Scholarship Form2. Write an essay on the following:
a) How has our Mandal positively contributed to our community, your family and you inparticular?
b) What are your thoughts on how our Mandal can improve? How can this be achieved?c) Describe your strengths, talents and skills that you are willing to contribute in
facilitating improvement and fostering growth.d) What are your educational and career goals?
3. Attach any documents in support of your application includinga) Personal reference lettersb) Latest school/college transcriptsc) Copies of any special achievements or recognition
4. You must call the KMMC volunteer coordinator, Mukesh Bulsara, (209) 524-1897, and registerfor volunteer work within our community
Mail your application by June 30, 2009, to:
SKMMC Scholarships
P.O. Box 1201
Ceres, CA 95307
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SHREE KSHATRIYA MITRA MANDAL OF CALIFORNIASCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Please follow the attached instructions very carefully to avoid disqualification. Write or describe any required
information on a separate sheet of paper, if space is not enough on the application.
TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY IN BLACK INK.
1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name:_________________________________________________________________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________City:________________________________ State:__________________ Zip:_______________________Home Phone Number: ________________________ Cell Phone Number: _________________________Email Address:__________________________________________________________________________
2. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
School, College or University:______________________________________________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________Anticipated Graduation Date:_____________________ GPA: ___________________________________
(You must submit official school transcripts with application.)
3. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT/HONORS AND RECOGNITION________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
5. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: ___________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
6. COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY APPLIED FOR:
Name: _________________________________________________________________________________Address:________________________________________________________________________________City:________________________________ State:__________________ Zip:________________________
Signature:_______________________________________________Date:__________________________
APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 30
th
, 2009Note: Application must be postmarked no later than the deadline. There will be no exceptions.FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED
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