India Society of Worcester upcoming events

Ganesha Idol Workshop - 2026 (29 Aug 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Please Register each participant separately!

ISW Symphony - Ganapati Idol Workshop

Day 1: Aug 29, 2026 -9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Making of the idol in clay

Day 2: August 30, 2026 - 9:00 AM -12:00 PM - Painting the idol made on day 1

Location: India Center, 152 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Registration:

Registration needed for all attendees

Workshop fees: $30 (Material included) Some tools will be shared with other participants.

Important notes:

The idol in clay will be made only on day 1, there will be no clay modeling on day 2
Children’s group - Ages 8-12. Parents are required to stay with the child.
Adult group - Ages 13 and up.

For more information contact symphony@iswonline.org

Use ISW membership email id to login.

ISW Membership can be completed/renewed here.

ISW Symphony and SGM team

IYG Let's Chat: Youth Mental Health Panel (29 Aug 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

IYG Let's Chat: Youth Mental Health Panel

Presented by ISW's Indian Youth Group

In person or via zoom options are available, link provided in registeration confirmation

For your privacy, you may join with your camera off and use an anonymous name if preferred.

Contact info@iswonline.org

ISW Krishna Janmashtami Sept 6th (6 Sep 2026)

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

ISW Krishna Janmashtami: September 6th 11.30 - 2.30 pm Sunday

Prayers & Aarti
Lunch Prashad

• Registration is required.

• Bring your kids dressed as Kanha and Gopi.

If anyone would like to sing a bhajan or any questions contact geetanjali.virmani@gmail.com. Chair, ISW Religious Committee

ISWU & Sports Mahjongg demo, limited to 12 (13 Sep 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

ISWU & ISW Sports: Mah-jongg demo (in person, limitted to 12)

Sept 13th, 2026 Sunday, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Dr. Anushree Agrawal, will demonstrate a sample game of American Mah-jongg. Just bring your interest to learn We will meet in a classroom in the front.

ISW Membership can be completed/renewed here.

If there are two members in the same family, please logout and sign up for second person

ISW University and ISW Sports Team
Beena Krishnan, Mahjongg Facilitator
Shiamin Melville, ISWU Chair 508-353-4316
Abhijeet Nikte, Sports Chair

Also contact: iswuniversity@iswonline.org if you looking for tutoring in any grade/subjects. We typically keep in touch by whatsapp

ISW Ganeshotsav 2026 (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

शुभंकरा तू , चिंतामणी तू, तू विद्यादाता

प्रसन्नवदना, गजानना तू , देवा सुखकर्ता ।

गणपती बाप्पा मोरया ।।

Suggested Dress Code -Celebrate our heritage while honoring the spirit of freedom.

Women: Saree, salwar suit, lehenga, or Indo-western attire in white, cream, or ivory with accents of saffron, green, red, white, or blue. Optional: themed dupatta or floral accessories.
Men: Kurta-pajama, dhoti-kurta, or kurta with a Nehru jacket in white, cream, or beige, complemented with a navy, maroon, saffron, or blue jacket/stole.
Children: Festive Indian attire in vibrant colors, comfortable for dancing and celebrations.

Date - 9/19/2026

Miravnook - 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Ganesh Pooja, Aarati - 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Darshan and Prasad - 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Entertainment program - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Visarjan Mirawnook - 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm

Prasad Dinner (RSVP only) - 6:00pm to 7:30 pm

Wrap up - 7:30 pm- 8:00 pm

Theme - Echoes of Freedom: Celebrating 250 Years of Liberty & Devotion This Ganeshotsav, we celebrate a unique cultural harmony. As the United States commemorates 250 years of freedom, we come together under the blessings of Lord Ganesha to embrace the universal values of freedom, unity, peace, and togetherness.

Cultural Program Sign up link - Cultural Program Signup Link

ISW Grand Garba (Saturday 10/3) - with DJ (3 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

>>> One Garba. One Community. Endless Energy <<<

No combination tickets or early bird tickets
No refunds
Max 10 tickets per member- one time registration, become a ISW member
Will stop sales at noon on day of event or right after it gets sold out. At the door $25 for all if available.
Non-payment within 15 mins will automatically cancel registration
Please buy ticket for children 5 and over, and adults
Children under 5 are free
Dandiyas for purchase in cash $5 to $10
Food, Jewelry, Clothing available for purchase.

ISW-Saheli: Wear Purple! Domestic Violence Awareness Walk Oct 17, 2026 (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Support for Domestic Violence Awareness Walk

Saheli/ISW Tshirts are limited, so please wear purple

We also remember Anupam Wali, staunch supporter of Saheli and ISW

The walk will take place at South Pavilion, Dean Park, 805 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 on Saturday October 17th, 2026 at 9:30 am-11 am.

Please register and Wear purple

Painting one nail purple on the ring finger is often a symbol of support for domestic violence awareness and prevention, as part of the #PutTheNailInIt campaign by Safe Horizon.

Inviting community members to come together in solidarity for this crucial cause. Participants will have the opportunity to walk in purple to show their support and learn about available resources.

Join us in making a difference and amplifying the voices of those affected by domestic violence. Together, we can create a safer, more supportive community for everyone.

For more information and to register, please contact -
Saheli - deepali@saheliboston.org
ISW - kirtiratan@hotmail.com

Saheli, a nonprofit organization from Woburn MA dedicated to empowering South Asian and Arab-speaking women and children to lead safe and healthy lives, is proud to collaborate with the India Society of Worcester (ISW) for a Domestic Violence Awareness Walk. ISW's mission to preserve, promote, and celebrate India's rich cultural heritage—including its diverse arts, languages, and religious traditions—aligns with shared goals of fostering community engagement and taking a stand against domestic violence.