Chitthirai Thiruvizha Tamil New Year 2017

Tamil New Year 2017 will be celebrated at the Hindu Temple Social Hall from 4.30pm on Saturday April 15th 2017. Come join us for food and fun. 

Food Volunteering

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Please let us know if you like to volunteer by the end of the weekend so that we can plan for this event.

Tamil Sangam Food Volunteering

TAMIL SANGAM COMMITTEE IS PLANNING TO PREPARE FOOD IN THE TEMPLE KITCHEN FOR OUR OWN TAMIL NEW YEAR EVENT AND ALSO THROUGH OUR POTLUCK STYLE AS WELL We are in need of volunteers in the following areas 1. Temple Kitchen during April 15th - To cook for the event. 2. Cooking a small batch of any of the following item at YOUR HOME as part of the Tamil New year event. - POTATO DRY PORIYAL - OOTHAPPAM DOSAI RECIPE AND QUANTITY WILL BE CONSULTED WITH YOU AFTER YOU SIGN UP. ( QTY not more than quarter tray/person ) If you have any questions please email omahatamil@gmail.com . Please register as we like to plan this ahead. FILL OUT IN GOOGLE FORMS

Art Competition and Vannakolam ( Rangoli ) competition

Date - April 2nd 2017

Venue - Hindu Temple Social Hall
Time - 1 Hour ( Competition starts at 2pm )

All the participants need time to settle down and start. If you are not present in the hall by 2pm you will not be allowed to participate.

Age Group
Group A - Below 6 yrs
Group B - 6 yrs to 9 yrs
Group C - 10 yrs to 13 yrs
Group D - 14 yrs to 17 yrs

Kolam Competition Age group -- Adults above 21 years of age.

REGISTER HERE - https://goo.gl/forms/hs4370y4NSLpGhP92

Rules - KIDS ART COMPETITION THEME - Life and Culture in the villages of Tamil Nadu 1. Participants will have 1 hour to finish their art piece. 2. Any color or art medium can be used ( Color pencil, graphite pencil, Water, Acrylic, Oil , pallet etc ) 3. Participants need to bring with them all necessary accessories and materials including pencils, colors, erasers, scratch paper etc. 4. Tamil Sangam will provide art paper to the participants, size of art paper shall be 11 inch x 14 inch 5. Use of scale, geometrical instruments is acceptable. Refrain from using stencils. 6. Scores are obtained by following ways a) Finishing b) Selection of Colors c) imagination d) Contrast e) Creativity f) Neatness g) presentation h) Theme 7. The winners from each age group shall be judged based on the above criteria only. 8. Parents can be present in the hall but not help the participants during the competition. 9. Judges decision will be final. Results will be announced on 4/15/2017 during the new year celebration

VANNA KOLAM COMPETITION

THEME - FESTIVALS OF INDIA 1) Kolam art should not exceed the size of 3 ft x 4 ft..Mat boards will be provided for all the contestants. 2) Lead participant in an entry should be at least 21 years old. All others participants in the group need to be 15 year old or above. 3) A group may have no more than two participants. 4) Competition dates duration – 2 hours 1. April 2nd 2017 , Sunday - 2PM to 4PM. 2. Your art should be completed by 4pm and be ready for judging. 5) Please bear in mind that your Kolam art should not offend the viewers and is presentable to viewers of all ages. 6) Participants need to bring all the required materials for their Rangoli. No liquids colors, paints and spray colors permitted. Flowers,grass, edible, natural materials and colors can be used. 7) Kolam/Rangoli should be prepared from scratch on the provided space. No part of the art can be pre-made before arriving to the competition. 8) Viewers votes and judges opinion combined will determine the winners. 9) Top 3 winners will be announced at a brief prize distribution ceremony at Tamil Sangam Chittirai Thiruvizha held on April 15th Sunday . Participants are required to be present at this ceremony. 10) Multiple entries by one person are not allowed. 11) Lead participant is responsible for all communication with the group. Organizers will only communicate with Lead participant. 12) In case of any additions in the rules and regulations or any changes, Organizers will contact the lead participants either by email or contact number. 13) Judging will be based on the following Criteria 1) Overall Appearance and appeal 2) Design/Theme 3) Details and clarity in Rangoli art 4) Color combination 5) Creativity, New ideas 14. If you have any questions please contact Jayasudha Sivamani 402-502-9330

Omaha Tamil Sangam - Pongal 2017

Vanakkam!

Pongal Celebrations this Saturday, January 14th, 2017 at Hindu Temple Social Hall.  An amusing cultural program followed by delicious dinner is in place. 

Omaha Tamil Sangam Deepavali 2016

ஒமஹா தமிழ்ச்சங்கம் அன்புடன் வழங்கும்

தீபாவளி திருவிழா

 அதிரடி ௧லை நி௧ழ்ச்சி௧ளும் அறுசுவை உணவும்

An amusing Tamil cultural program followed by a delicious dinner.

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Hindu Temple Social Hall 

13010 Arbor Street, Omaha, NE

05-Nov - சனி (SAT)

4:30 - 5:00 pm: பழகலாம் வாங்க!  Social Hour

5:00 - 7:30 pm: ௧லைநி௧ழ்ச்சி௧ள் Cultural Programs

7:30pm: விருந்து- Dinner

அனுமதி (உணவு உட்பட) Tickets (dinner included):

பெரியவர்கள் - Adults: $10

குழந்தைகள் - Kids (3-12): $5

மூன்று வயதிற்குட்பட்ட குழந்தைகளுக்கு அனுமதி இலவசம்

Admission free for kids under 3.

We will start the Program sharp at 5.00 pm as per feedback received. Please prepare to come at 4.30 pm for the social hour and be seated before 5.00 pm to support and cheer our cultural participants, followed by delicious dinner.

2016-17 Tamil Palli Registration

2016-17

2016-17 Tamil Palli Registration

வணக்கம். தமிழுக்கும் அமுதென்று பேர்! அந்த தமிழ் இன்பத் தமிழ் எங்கள் உயிருக்கு நேர்! –பாரதிதாசன் We are happy to start our 3rd year of Tamil Palli in Omaha.

Venue:

Thanks to Hindu Temple, we are continuing at the same venue at the same time Saturdays from 10AM to 12 Noon. (Note: The timing for certain classes may change only if we have space restriction at the temple depending on the number of students registered.)

1st Day of class:

Saturday, September 10, 2016 between 10AM- 12 Noon Tentative Calendar

Registration:

All continuing/new students are requested to register here: (Last Date to Register: September 10, 2016) If you are interested to teach Tamil or volunteer your time register here

Minimum Requirements:

Nilai Requirement; We’ll require a proof of age at the time of registration/payment(PP/Birth Certificate). Arumbu Completed 4 years as of August 15, 2016 Mazhalai Completed 5 years as of August 15, 2016 1 Completed 6 years as of August 15, 2016 or Completed Mazhalai Nilai successfully with a recommendation from teacher. 2, 3 & 4 Completed previous Nilai successfully with a recommendation from teacher

Fee:

Thanks to our volunteer teachers and temple, we are keeping our costs same this year to $50 per student for the year. We might make a change to the fee if we have to move out from the temple due to space/time restriction from the temple.

For new parents & students:

We are following American Tamil Academy for course content. You can check their website (currently under maintenance) here http://www.amtaac.org Each Nilai consists of 25 classes of 2 hours each per week with 3 Term Tests and requires 10-15 minutes of studying/homework every day. There will be an "Annual Day" event at the end of the school year ATA prescribed text books and homework books are followed.

Notes:

If you have any question, please contact us at: Omaha.Tamil.Palli@gmail.com

Tamil Sangam Fall Picnic 2016

Vanakkam,

Tamil Sangam Picnic has been confirmed and rescheduled on 9/10/2016.  A variety of fun filled activities are in place for you and your family to take part followed by delicious dinner arranged by Tamil Sangam. This is an opportunity to meet new friends and have a nice time. 

Date: September 10 (Saturday)

Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

Wild Turkey Shelter

28500 W Park Hwy

Ashland, NE 68003

 

Schedule

4pm -7pm - FacePainting for all kids ( SPONSORED BY LAWN DOCTOR )

3.00 pm - 3.30 pm - Social Hour - Snack time 

3.30 pm - 5.30 pm - Sports / Activities for all age groups 

5.30 pm - 6.00 pm - Prize distribution & Cake 

6.00 pm - 7.30 pm - Dinner

There is NO FEE charged by Tamil Sangam for this PICNIC.  However, there is a park entry fee of $5 per vehicle charged by the park.  Car pool is recommended.  Please plan to come on time and participate in all the sports & games.

This is your community activity.  Enjoy this opportunity to meet new people and have a fun filled outdoor activity with dinner.

Planned Games

1. Tug of War - all ages
2. Running Race - All Age groups
3. 3 Legged Race - Couples
4. ( Musical chair type game - All ages )
5. Lemon and Spoon Race
6. VolleyBall - Men
7. Throwball - Women
8. Fill the water bottle game
9. Crazy Run - Adults game

PS: Bring your lawn chairs, bug sprays insect repellents and other game items if you have any and you are also welcome to bring any snacks that you wanted to share. :)

Anbudan

Tamil Sangam