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SUMMARY:Speaker Series with Ankur Srivastava\, PhD\, MSW
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce our next Kiran Speaker Series event on June 24th at 6PM! We hope you will join us to hear Dr. Ankur Srivastava present: Hidden in Plain Sight: Rethinking Domestic Violence for LGBTQ+ South Asian Communities. Please register using the link below and read on to learn more about our speaker:\n\n\nbit.ly/junespeaker26 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnkur Srivastava is an Assistant Professor at the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social\nWork. He is also a core faculty member with the Global Social Development Innovations Center. He completed in PhD in Social Work from University of Southern California\, Los Angeles. His research focuses on reducing behavioral health disparities among LGBTQ+ populations and is informed by nearly a decade of community-based work with nonprofits in India and the United States. His work integrates community-engaged and data-driven approaches to inform prevention and intervention efforts He currently serves as Co-Chair of the US Regional Network for the International Partnership for Queer Youth Resilience. He is also Vice President of the South Asian Social Work Educators Association.\n\n 
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/speaker-series-with-ankur-srivastava-phd-msw/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Virtual Art Workshop with Rupa
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, our art workshops have returned for the summer! Led by local artist Rupa Viswanatha\, this session is for kids aged 5 to 12. Our July sessions will be July 8th and July 15th from 11 AM to 12 PM!\n\n\n\nJoin talented artist and teacher Rupa Viswanatha from Samriddhi Arts by registering at bit.ly/4gigktK \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGrab a pencil\, eraser\, ruler\, piece of paper\, and some markers to let your creativity flow!\n\n\n\nAbout the Artist: Samriddhi Arts believes that creativity flourishes through encouragement\, curiosity\, and care. Guided by Rupa Viswanatha\, Samriddhi Arts blends classical techniques with personal expression\, and works towards unleashing your inner artist! Check out their website: https://samriddhiarts.com/
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/virtual-art-workshop-with-rupa/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Teen & Youth Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kiran":MAILTO:kiran@kiraninc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260708T190000
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SUMMARY:Teen Empowerment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 8th from 6:45-8:30 to create empowerment jars! We will be decorating jars and writing affirmations\, quotes\, messages\, etc. to remind ourselves of our value and worth. Refreshments will be provided! This event is for teens aged 13 to 18! Check in will be from 6:45 to 7 PM. \nPlease register here:  https://bit.ly/art-july8
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/teen-empowerment-workshop/
LOCATION:John M. Brown Community Center\, 53 Hunter Street\, Apex\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teen & Youth Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260715T110000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Art Workshop with Rupa!
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, our art workshops have returned for the summer! Led by local artist Rupa Viswanatha\, this session is for kids aged 5 to 12. Our July sessions will be July 8th and July 15th from 11 AM to 12 PM!\n\n\n\nJoin talented artist and teacher Rupa Viswanatha from Samriddhi Arts by registering at bit.ly/4gigktK \n\n\n\nGrab a pencil\, eraser\, ruler\, piece of paper\, and some markers to let your creativity flow!\n\n\n\nAbout the Artist: Samriddhi Arts believes that creativity flourishes through encouragement\, curiosity\, and care. Guided by Rupa Viswanatha\, Samriddhi Arts blends classical techniques with personal expression\, and works towards unleashing your inner artist! Check out their website: https://samriddhiarts.com/
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/virtual-art-workshop-with-rupa-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Teen & Youth Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kiran":MAILTO:kiran@kiraninc.org
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SUMMARY:Zentangle Art Workshop for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a calming and creative Zentangle art session\, taught by Rupam Varma\, designed especially for young students. Through simple\, mindful patterns\, we will explore how art can help us slow down\, focus\, and express ourselves. Zentangle is easy to learn\, relaxing to practice\, and a powerful tool for building confidence and emotional balance. The session invites young artists to discover their inner strength — one line\, one stroke\, one breath at a time. No prior art experience needed. Just bring paper\, a pen\, pencil and your curiosity.Date: Thursday\, July 23 and 30Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pmirtual (EST)\, ZoomRegister: bit.ly/rupam-art \n\n\n\nSupplies: Pen \, Black fine Sharpie\, White paper or greeting cards\, pencil and Q tip.Ages: Middle & High Schoolers!Artist bio: Rupam Varma is a visual artist and certified educator specializing in Mithila painting and Zentangle art. Her work spans fine art\, public art installations\, and environmentally conscious creative practices based in the Charlotte area. She teaches at multiple community centers and leads creative workshops for all ages. Her Zentangle sessions blend mindfulness with artistic exploration\, helping students discover confidence\, calm\, and self‑expression through simple\, meditative patterns. Rupam is passionate about using art to build connection\, belonging and cultural pride.Website: www.theartpallette.com\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rupam_varma/ \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/zentangle-art-workshop-for-teens/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Teen & Youth Workshops
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SUMMARY:Zentangle Workshop for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free calming and creative Zentangle art session\, taught by Rupam Varma\, designed especially for young students. Through simple\, mindful patterns\, we will explore how art can help us slow down\, focus\, and express ourselves. Zentangle is easy to learn\, relaxing to practice\, and a powerful tool for building confidence and emotional balance. The session invites young artists to discover their inner strength — one line\, one stroke\, one breath at a time. No prior art experience needed. Just bring paper\, a pen\, pencil and your curiosity.Date: Thursday\, July 23 and 30Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pmVirtual (EST)\, Zoom\nFree\nRegister: bit.ly/rupam-art \n\n\n\nSupplies: Pen \, Black fine Sharpie\, White paper or greeting cards\, pencil and Q tip.Ages: Middle & High Schoolers!Artist bio: Rupam Varma is a visual artist and certified educator specializing in Mithila painting and Zentangle art. Her work spans fine art\, public art installations\, and environmentally conscious creative practices based in the Charlotte area. She teaches at multiple community centers and leads creative workshops for all ages. Her Zentangle sessions blend mindfulness with artistic exploration\, helping students discover confidence\, calm\, and self‑expression through simple\, meditative patterns. Rupam is passionate about using art to build connection\, belonging and cultural pride.Website: www.theartpallette.com\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rupam_varma/
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/zentangle-workshop-for-teens/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Teen & Youth Workshops
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SUMMARY:2026 Kiran Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:Our Kiran Bazaar returns on August 22nd! \nThere are limited vendor spots available so make sure to book yours early at bazaar@kiraninc.org! Stay tuned for more details….
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/2026-kiran-bazaar/
LOCATION:HSNC Main Hall
CATEGORIES:Kiran Bazaar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kiran":MAILTO:kiran@kiraninc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T171130Z
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SUMMARY:Charlotte Poker Tournament
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our first Poker Tournament! Join us and raise money for Kiran on September 13th at the Weddington Swim & Racquet Club in Weddington\, NC! For more information about the event you can contact the event contacts below: \nSonia Bhave: 704-309-7353\nMona Nigam: 704-975-9444 \nRegister at https://bit.ly/kiranpoker! There are only 100 entries so get your spot today! \n 
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/26845/
LOCATION:Weddington Swim and Racquet Club\, 4315 Weddington Matthews Road\, Weddington\, NC\, 28104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260920T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T173615Z
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SUMMARY:Kiran Gala
DESCRIPTION:Our Kiran Gala will return on September 20th at the exclusive Whistling Woods Farm in Chapel Hill! Tickets are sold out but you can reach out to us at kiran@kiraninc.org or 919-831-4203 to be added to our waitlist. \nWe are honored to have the incredible ghazal singer Eric Benjamin and his team of talented musicians: Pratik Shah (Flute)\, Amit Chandekar (Keyboard) and Deepak Khopkar (Tabla) performing at the event.  \nCheck out their music at https://ericbmusic.com/ or watch their videos on their YouTube channel “@/ebenjaminmusic” and “@/EricBenjaminMusic.”
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/kiran-gala/
LOCATION:The Whistling Woods Farm\, 2676 Farmington Point Rd\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kiran":MAILTO:kiran@kiraninc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206
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SUMMARY:Charlotte Dance Recital with Ritu Mukherjee!
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to share that Ritu Mukherjee‘s Nrityangan Cultural Academy will once again be holding a breathtaking dance performance dedicated to Kiran! Save the date for this incredible event on December 6th! \nMake sure you are following our Instagram and Facebook to stay updated about the event details!
URL:https://kiraninc.org/event/charlotte-dance-recital-with-ritu-mukherjee/
LOCATION:Catawba Ridge High School\, 1180 Fort Mill Pkwy\, Fort Mill\, South Carolina\, 29715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="Nrityangan Cultural Academy":MAILTO:ritusdance@gmail.com
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