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SanGaMa Xmas- New Year Dinner/ Celebration -Sat, Dec 16th

Join our End-of-the-Year Celebration!
We invite you to join our GRAND Christmas-New Year  dinner party, with family & friends, on Saturday Dec 16th, 2023, evening!
Have fun and celebrate your 2023 Christmas to the accompaniment of carols, dance, songs, music, Santa, and more !!
Tickets are Live now! Please do grab them before they are gone!
Date: Saturday, Dec 16th, 4pm -9pm
Venue: Danville Community Center, 420 Front St, Danville

ONAM Celebration on Saturday, Sept 16th 2023 at Pleasanton

Grand ONAM Vegetarian Sadhya with 21 items
Check out details of tickets and stage program submissions here: https://www.sangama.us/
We cordially invite you to join our grand, 21-item Ona-Sadya
with family & friends on Sunday, September 16th, 2023, at Pleasanton!
Celebrate your 2023 Onam to the accompaniment of Thiruvathira dance, Maveli, Pookkalam, Sadya songs, music, and more !!

Vishu Celebration – Sunday, April 23rd

SanGaMa GRAND Vishu Celebration! – Sun, April 23rd
https://www.sangama.us/
Location:  San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA
(Vishu marks the beginning of the New Year in the Malayalam calendar. Vishu falls on the first day of the month of Medam ( Sun’s transit into Aries in Indian astrology) and is on the same day of Vaisakhi, Tamil Pongal, Assamese Ronagali Bihu, and Bengali Naba Barsha.)

Christmas-New Year Dinner on Sunday, Dec 18th evening

SanGaMa- The Bay Area Kerala group is planning to celebrate Christmas-New-Year celebration/Dinner party on Sunday, Dec 18th evening. Please check the details/menu/buy tickets at https://www.sangama.us/, if you are interested to join the fun and interact with like-minded local families!

If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please
let us know.
Thank you,
Vijay
https://www.sangama.us/
Ph: 925 264 9148 or
Ph: [email protected]

ONAM Celebration on Sunday, Sept 18th 2022 at Pleasanton

Bay area Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate the upcoming ONAM  festival on Sunday, September 18th at  Pleasanton
The details are here: https://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood and/or would like to meet/greet local families or would like to participate/register for stage performances, please feel free to join.

We are planning a grand Onam Sadya(Grand Vegetarian feast) with traditional festivities like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’ dance songs/music, et al.

In the true spirit of Onam, we encourage and invite anyone interested to join, to be part of this rich and ancient festival!

*Sponsors:* If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the
event, please send a note to [email protected]

Best Regards,Onam
Vijay
[email protected]

SanGaMa GRAND Vishu Celebration! – Sat, April 16th

SanGaMa GRAND Vishu Celebration! – Sat, April 16th
https://www.sangama.us/
Buy Tickets, Register for stage performances, Volunteer!
Time to take off masks and meet/greet in-person!
Location:  San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA
(Vishu marks the beginning of the New Year in the Malayalam calendar. Vishu falls on the first day of the month of Medam ( Sun’s transit into Aries in Indian astrology) and is on the same day of Vaisakhi, Tamil Pongal, Assamese Ronagali Bihu, and Bengali Naba Barsha.)

Layoffs /Job transition and Career networking-Free & Remote

WinCareerNetwork – We are starting this as a voluntary activity, after hearing increasingly about job losses and layoffs happening in the economy due to the Covid-19 situation… not only to help our colleagues who are in job transitions but to provide a forum for career networking/advancement in the Covid era!
https://groups.google.com/d/forum/WinCareerNetwork
If you are currently well-employed and want to contribute and help the community in an advisory capacity, please take this as a request to join
We had our first call last Sunday.. All our sessions are free.
Thank you,
Vijay
Note: The focus is on technology jobs/environment

ONAM Celebration on Saturday, Sept 14th 2019

Bay area Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate the  upcoming ONAM  festival on Saturday, September 14th at Livermore.
The details are here: https://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood, and would like to meet/greet local families or would like to participate/register for stage performances, feel free to join. This is a great opportunity.
We are planning a grand Onam Sadya(Grand Vegetarian feast) with traditional festivities like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’
dance songs/music, et al.
In the true spirit of Onam, we encourage and invite anyone interested to join, to be part of this rich and ancient festival!
To know more about Onam, please check out here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onam
*Sponsors:* If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the
event, please send a note.
Best Regards,
Bindu
sangamau…@g…com

Christmas -New Year (’19) Celebration on Sat, Dec 15th

SanGaMa- The Bay Area Kerala group is planning to  celebrate Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Saturday, Dec 15th evening in San Ramon. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with local families!
We encourage anyone interested to join and participate in our programs.  Check out the details at our website  http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please let us know.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2018!
Vijay Valliyil
sangamau…@g…com

Kerala Flood Disaster Relief – Appeal for Support

Our friends and their communities in Kerala need your help now. This tiny Indian state is in the midst of an unprecedented flood havoc. The calamity has caused immeasurable misery and devastation. Many lives have been lost.Please contribute if you can. https://www.gofundme.com/kerala-flood-disaster-relief
As of this writing, 45 people have died in the last few days, landslides are happening everyday and many places are cut off. Hundreds of homes were totally destroyed and many more were damaged. For the first time in history, 27 dams in the State had to be opened. Never before had the State witnessed a calamity of this scale.
Thanks in advance,
Vijay
(For) Team SanGaMa
http://www.sangama.us/

ONAM Celebration on Saturday, Sept 8th 2018

Bay area Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate the upcoming ONAM festival on Saturday, September 8th at Livermore.
The details are here: http://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood, and would like to meet/greet local families or would like to participate/register for stage performances, feel free to join. This is a great opportunity.
We are planning a grand Onam feast (Grand Vegetarian lunch) with traditional festivities like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’ dance songs/music, et al.
As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join, to be part of this rich and ancient festival!
To know more about Onam, please check out here:
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onam>
*Sponsors:* If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the
event, please send a note.
Best Regards,
Bindu
sangamau…@g…com
http://www.sangama.us/

Chess For Fun – for Children

FREE and fun group for kids interested to play Chess for fun and  develop their skills. Preferred ages 9 to 14.
We take turns to host the sessions. Some of us can provide minimum
guidance. Kids should know to play chess.
If your son/daughter would be interested, please let me know  or
you can directly sign up here;
https://groups.google.com/d/forum/chess-for-fun
Thanks,
Vijay
vsanke…@g…com

Spirituality & God -Discussion/Meditation: Sun Apr 1st

An informal study/discussion/Meditation group, not particularly aligned to any belief system/guru/tradition, but open forum to share noble spiritual concepts and ideas of all kinds.
Next Meeting on Sunday, April 1st
Check out http://www.neospirituality.org/ or send an email, if interested to join.
We also share/exchange inspiring spiritual books in our meetings.
FREE participation & Networking!
Vijay
http://www.neospirituality.org/
[email protected]

Spirituality & God – Study/Discussion Group

Spirituality & God— Mostly monthly meetings. Next one on Sun, Feb 4th. An informal study/discussion group, not particularly aligned to any belief-system/guru/society, but open forum to share noble spiritual concepts and ideas of all kinds.
Check out http://www.neospirituality.org/  or send an email to spiritualityne…@g…com, if interested.
We also share/exchange inspiring spiritual books in our meetings.
or join us in Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/neospirituality/
Thanks,
Vijay

Spirituality & God: Discussion Group

As we are on the cusp of a new year, with new hopes and aspirations, we thought it may be a good idea to start a discussion group focused on Spirituality & God.  This would be an informal discussion group, not particularly aligned to any belief system/guru/society or anything of that kind, but an open forum where :
– We can openly and freely discuss noble spiritual concepts and ideas of all kinds in a friendly and positive environment
– Discuss or share spiritual books, articles, videos, etc
– Ask questions/critique in a “non-threatening” and respectful environment
– Listen to spiritual experiences, share spiritual techniques/practices that worked
– Explore avenues to extend help to those in need around us
– And ultimately evolve as better human beings!
For now, we just call it  as Neo-Spirituality..We just want to have fun talking & loving God, in a less “loaded” environment!
If this idea resonates with you and if you would like to meet up/discuss with like-minded individuals or share any content to the group, please send a note to spiritualityne…@g…com   or join our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1973648486243094/
Happy New Year 2018!

Vijay
spiritualityne…@g…com

SanGaMa Christmas -New Year (’18) Celebration on Dec 9th

SanGaMa- The Bay Area Kerala group is planning to  celebrate Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Saturday, Dec 9th evening in San Ramon. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with local families!
As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join and participate in our programs.  Check out the details at our website  http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please let us know.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2018!
Vijay Valliyil
sangamau…@g…com
http://www.sangama.us/

Onam 2017 Celebration on Saturday, Sept 16th

Bay Area Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate ONAM festival on Saturday, September 16th 2017 in Livermore, California.
The details are here: http://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood or would like to meet/greet like-minded families in the neighborhood or participate in the events, feel free to join. This is a great opportunity.
We are planning a grand Onam feast (Sadya) with traditional festivities like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’ dance songs/music, et al.
As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join!
Thank you,
Vijay Valliyil
sangamau…@g…com
Ph: 925-261-6601
www.sangama.us

ONAM 2017 Celebration on Saturday, Sept 16th

Bay Area Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate the upcoming Onam festival on Saturday, September 16th 2017 in Livermore, California.
The details are here: http://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood or would like to meet/greet like-minded families in the neighborhood or participate in the events, feel free to join. This is a great opportunity. We are planning a grand Onam feast (Sadya) with traditional festivities like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’ dance songs/music, et al.
As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join!
*Sponsors:* If you are a local business, and interested in sponsoring the event, please send a note.
Thank you,
Vijay Valliyil sangamau…@g…com Ph: 925-261-6601

Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Sat, Dec 17th

sangama2016xmas-flyerSanGaMa- The Bay Area Kerala group is planning to celebrate Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Saturday, Dec 17th evening in San Ramon. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with local families!
As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join and participate in our programs.  Check out the details at facebook page http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please let us know.
Best Regards,
Vijay
http://www.sangama.us/

SanGaMa – Christmas-New Year Celebration on Sat, Dec 17th

SanGaMa- The Bay Area Kerala volunteer group is planning to  celebrate Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on
Saturday, Dec  17th evening. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with like-minded local families! As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join and participate in our programs.
Check out the details at http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please
let us know.
Best Regards,
Bindu
sangamau…@g…com

Onam event at Pleasanton – Sunday, Sep 18th 2016

East Bay Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate the upcoming Onam festival on Sunday, September 18th, 2016. http://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood, and would like to meet/greet like-minded families in the neighborhood, feel free to join. This is a great opportunity.

Sponsors: If you are a local business, and interested in sponsoring the event, please send a note at [email protected]

We are planning a grand Onam feast (lunch) with traditional festivities like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’ dance songs/music, et al. As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join!
Thank you,
Vijay Valliyil
[email protected]
http://www.sangama.us/

Onam Celebration on Sunday, Sept 18th

East Bay Kerala group, SanGaMa, is planning to celebrate the upcoming
Onam festival on Sunday, September 18th, 2016. http://www.sangama.us/
So, if you have moved recently to the neighborhood, and would like to
meet/greet like-minded families in the neighborhood, feel free to join.
This is a great opportunity.
We are planning a grand Onam feast (lunch) with traditional festivities
like Pookkalam, Maveli and cultural programs like Thiruvathira dance, kids’
dance songs/music, et al.
As part of our cultural outreach, we encourage anyone interested to join!
Sponsors: If you are a local business, and interested in sponsoring the
event, please send a note.
Thank you,
Vijay
sangamau…@g…com

SanGaMa Christmas-New Year Celebration/dinner on Dec 12th

Xmas Updted picSanGaMa- The East Bay Kerala volunteer group is planning Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Saturday, Dec 12th. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with like-minded local families! Check out the details at http://www.sangama.us/ Sponsors: We have one spot left. If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please let us know.
Thank you,
Bindu Email: sangamau…@g…com | Join us on Facebook

SanGaMa Christmas-New Year Celebration on Dec 12th

flyer imageSanGaMa- The East Bay Kerala volunteer group is planning to celebrate
Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Saturday, Dec 12th. Please send a
note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with like-minded local
families!
Check out the details at http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business interested in sponsoring the event, please
let us know.
Thank you,
Bindu Email: sangamau…@g…com

Kerala group 2015 ONAM Celebration on Sun, Sep 13th

SanGaMa – the Tri-valley Kerala volunteer group is planning to 2015 ONAM celebration on Sunday, September 13th. Please send a note if you are interested to join the celebration. This is a great opportunity to enjoy Onam with family & friends in a traditional setting and interact with like-minded local families! As part of our cultural outreach efforts, we encourage anyone to join and enjoy the traditional Sadya(feast), Thiruvathira dance, Maveli(the king) and other cultural programs by kids/adults.
We typically have families from all nearby towns like Dublin, San Ramon, Pleasanton, Danville, Livermore, Mountain House and Fremont.
Check out the details at http://www.sangama.us/
Thank you,
Vijay
sangamau…@g…com
H: 925-556-9375

Kerala group 2015 ONAM Celebration on Sun, Sep 13th

SanGaMa – the Tri-valley Kerala volunteer group is planning to 2015 ONAM celebration on Sunday, September 13th. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun with family & friends and interact with like-minded local families!  As part of our cultural outreach efforts, we encourage anyone to join and enjoy the traditional Sadya(feast), Thiruvathira dance, Maveli(the king) and other cultural programs by adults/kids.

We typically have families from all nearby towns like Dublin, San Ramon, Pleasanton, Danville, Livermore, Mountain House and Fremont.
Check out the details at http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business, and interested in sponsoring the event please let us know.
Thank you,

Vijay
sangamau…@g…com
H: 925-556-9375

Career Networking Event in San Ramon on Sat (6/20) 3PM

WinCareerNetwork is organizing a FREE “Meet & Greet” and career networking/speaker event in San Ramon on Saturday at 3:00PM. This is an opportunity to meet up with like-minded individuals and develop your professional network.

When: Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 3:00 P.M.
Where: SiliconValley4U, 2603 Camino Ramon, San Ramon, CA
Topic : “Career growth in a very highly competitive world – What you have and what you need” – Saravanan
If you plan to attend, kindly RSVP at https://goo.gl/nT476s

WinCareerNetwork is a volunteer career networking group and all sessions are free to the participants. Feel free to join, if you would like to be notified of future events.
http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/WinCareerNetwork/
Thank you,
Vijay

Kerala group Christmas-New Year Celebration on Dec 6th!

sangama XmasSanGaMa- the Tri-valley Kerala volunteer group is planning to celebrate Christmas-New-Year celebration/dinner on Saturday, Dec 6th. Please send a note if you are interested to join the fun and interact with like-minded local families!
Check out the details at http://www.sangama.us/
If you are a local business, and interested in sponsoring the event please let us know. We have one open slot available.
Thank you,
Vijay
H: 925-556-9375

Desi Classifieds – Facebook group : A secure alternative for Craigslist !

Don’t you want to get rid of stuff at home  and want to get deals when someone moves out or sells their new and used items? This is a Craigslist alternative but with the safety & security that you get in a Desi neighborhood!!

Invitation to join the Facebook group – Desi Classifieds
https://www.facebook.com/groups/desiclassifieds/

This is a voluntary effort for better bay area living…there is no money involved to join, buy or sell.

Please maintain a friendly and respectful behavior in your posts!

Vijay

 

SanGaMa- theTrivalley Malayali (Kerala) group!

Due to our growth over the years, we have folks from all over tri-valley and hence we recently renamed our group to “SanGaMa” to mean gathering of Malayali community in the trivalley area. Check out our new website at http://www.sangama.us/ . If you have roots in Kerala and are living in Dublin, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Danville or planning to move here, you will find the group helpful.

We recently celebrated Onam with much fanfare and are getting started with planning our  Christmas get-together. Check out the site for more details or join our facebook page. Check out the videos and pics at the website!

 

What is SanGaMa ?
Started in late 2009, this a  friendly group started for the  benefit of Malayalis living in San Francisco East Bay locations like   San Ramon, Dublin, Danville and Pleasanton … We celebrate  festivals  of Kerala like Onam,Vishu, Christmas/New Year  etc…This also functions as a forum for networking with other Malayali  (Kerala) families in the area.    We have periodic  get-togethers for our main events or we go for short-trips in the bay area or we just hang out with one another occasionally! If you know of  other families with roots in Kerala in the neighborhood who might be interested, please spread the word.

People living in San Ramon, Dublin, Danville & Pleasanton areas  would find this group useful. It includes major communities like  Windemere and Gale Ranch in San Ramon.
We are a friendly group..so feel free to join !
Thanks,

Vijay
http://www.sangama.us/
Contact us at : [email protected]