On December 2, we had the  Michael family come in and share the Christmas story (this is a tradition now as they have been coming in for 8 years). Also the kids enjoyed the treats.

We also sang Christmas carols with the Dhol Tasha team. Thanks to Rajesh and team for the beautiful fusion. They also took request from kids, and it was a very festive environment Link to Xmas Dhol pics

On November 19,  ISW Students continued with their lessons each weekend. During assembly, Bindiya Jain and Mrunal Khandkar taught the children how to use the Mandala Art technique to decorate their Diwali diyas.

The following weekend Vijay Gupta, renowned violinist, performed two scintillating pieces, one based on western classical music and the other, composed by his wife, Reena Esmail, blending Hindustani classical style. He also engaged the children describing his own life story growing up in the US and answering many curious questions from the kids.

Later, the children went outside to build forts, a tradition in some parts of Maharashtra at Diwali. 

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