Daily Archives: September 26, 2014

Community, Culture, Festivals

FIA 2014 Diwali Mela in Pleasanton Fairgrounds Oct 25

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Come, Join, and Celebrate Diwali – The festival of lights – Parade & Fireworks on October 25, 2014 Saturday – at Alameda County FairgroundsDiwali-Mela-2014-Pleasanton

Time: 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Raas Garba | Time: 12:00 midnight
4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton, CA 94566

Every year this event showcases Indian culture and heritage through Mela (Fair), booths, dances and floats to mainstream Americans and the next generation.

Screening of selected movies from  “San Francisco Global Movie Fest” and awards celebrations will be included in this years 22nd Festival of India and Parade 2014 organized by FIA.
Hundreds of volunteers participate to cherish our values and entertain the attendees.
Through Health Fair, over 100 physicians and other health professionals give free testing and advice

  • There will be a host of Superstars, Dignitaries, Cricketers and Politicians as invited guests.
  • Free Health Fair including Medical Checkup, General checkup, Women’s Health, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, Cholestrol, Dental , Stress Control and many other health related issues.
  • As in past years, thousands of Indo-Americans, Mainstream Americans and other ethnic communities are expected to attend the festival over a two day period.
  • Over 120 booths depicting art, crafts, literature, garments, jewelry, food, businesses and other resources.
  • Over 50 floats representing different states of India, Indian American community and businesses.
  • Festival theme is to promote diversity and democracy and build bridges between various communities.
Education, Youth Activities

Enjoy the Best Educational Kids books for all ages

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20140828_143934 (1)Hello Neighbors, I am excited to be your neighborhood Usborne Books consultant. For those of you who are not familiar with Usborne Books, here is a little introduction.
Usborne Publishing, also called Usborne Books, is a UK-based publisher of children’s literature.
It was founded by Peter Usborne in 1973 and uses an in-house team of writers, editors and designers and is translated into over 55 languages. The sister company Usborne Books at home, focussed on selling to families, schools and communities, was founded in 1981 by Randall White. In 2008 Kane Miller books were purchased and the name was changed to Usborne Books and More. Usborne books nearly feature 1500 titles and offers books for all ages from infant to teen years.
Why Usborne Books?
Listed below are some unique features of Usborne books:
Colorful illustrations and fold-out flaps to grasp the attention of kids20140828_144007
Subject matter very well researched and presented in a straightforward manner for easy understanding
Enormous range of topics to choose from for curious minds
Touchy-feely books for sensory development
Phonics readers with rhyming, phonics based text and dual text readers for gradual progression
Most books are internet linked meaning limitless resources for in depth study
Usborne books are affordable making it perfect addition to a Home library, Birthday or Goodie bag gifts or donating to schools or charities. For example,Science books for kids start at $4.99 each.Usborne books1
In addition there are books for Kindergarden and School Age reading and School age homework helpers( for Math,Biology,Chemistry etc), Reference and Study Aids, Beginners – Non Fiction series (like Living in Space,How Flowers Grow),True Adventure stories, Sticker books, Books for keeping up with hobbies like (Learning to Play Guitar,Complete Book of Chess etc),books for Social Studies and World History etc. Please visit my website at www.worldofusbornebooks.com that will direct you to online catalog.

If you would like to see the samples for better understanding do contact me directly at [email protected].

Thank You,
Harini

Job Opportunities

Experienced Tax Accountant for Sanjiv Gupta CPA firm for Pleasanton office

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A well known and fast expanding CPA firm with multiple offices is looking for a person proficient in Customer Service, sound knowledge in maintaining Accounts and Tax preparations with about 4 years of experience in that area. The candidate should have good working knowledge of Quickbooks and experience in working with Drake will be a plus. Please email your resumes with salary expectations and references.
[email protected]

Renting

New 3 BR, Office 2.5 bath for rent – East Dublin Bart

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This NEWLY built, never lived in before, townhouse has approximately 1,753 square feet with a living room, dining area, 3 bed rooms plus office, 2.5 bathrooms, new carpets, blinds, granite counters, cooking range, dishwasher, fridge,  microwave, laundry closet with washer/dryer, central heat & air, and 2-car garage with opener.
Close to 580/680 freeways, schools, parks,shopping, restaurants,Indian grocery stores. Located within walking distance of the Dublin BART Station, Livermore outlet, Whole Foods, Nordstrom Rack, Home Goods, Hacienda Crossings Mall with an IMAX theater,  and “big box” store shopping.
Close to Oracle, SAP, Kaiser, Chevron, Ross Corporate,  Bishop Ranch. .

Address: 5309 Iron horse Parkway, Dublin 94568
Rent : $3350/per month
Contact:925-408-1540, [email protected]

Clothing

Ethnic Indian Clothes for Children (0-5 years)

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Do you often have a hard time finding pretty Indian outfits for your little ones? For beautiful handmade India-inspired ethnic clothing for children, ages 0-5, to wear this festival season, look no more. Featuring lehengas, dresses and kurtas and a collection of handmade, non-toxic wooden toys, visit Puchkee Baby at www.puchkeebaby.etsy.com or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/puchkeebaby for more details, special offers and more!
This is a San Ramon based business.