  WEEKLY UPDATES: NOV 14 - NOV 20 , 2016Dear Friends, Hope this meets you well. Winter is slowing setting in and we can see how the weather and darkness affects our feelings. The rhythm of our lives changes, and we spend more time inside savoring the warmth. We relish the chance to slow down and to have some solitude. If you are looking to add more adventure to your otherwise dull winter, come and join us at ISV to experience the inner warmth and bliss. Please note from this week onward our Sunday feast program would start at 3 pm in order to facilitate the early closing of the temple on Sunday nights! This week we have: Wednesday: "Real currencies of Life" - Talk by H.G Shyamarupa Das Saturday : "Reflections on the Prayers of Queen kunti: Part 2" - Srimad Bhagavatam Discourse by H.G Harisankirtan Das followed by SASS (Speak As Sastra Says) Talk by Vedic Academy student, Advaita Srinivasan on 6th chapter of 'A Second Chance' book. Sunday: "Entering Your Sacred Space Series - Part 4: Living in the Holy Dham" - Sunday Feast Talk by H.G Balimardana Das Watch us Live! In case you are unable to make it, you can also join us through audio conference or watch live broadcast. The details are available at www.IskconSiliconValley.com.  GITA CHAMPIONS - BHAGAVAD GITA CHILDREN'S CONTEST We are excited to announce the date and contest details of Gita Champions league 2016. Every year children from Bay Area look forward to these contests and we deeply admire and applaud the efforts of all the parents and participants for taking interest in reading Bhagavad Gita in depth and memorizing the verses. Here are the details for this year's contests: Date: Saturday, December 3rd 2106 11 am - 4 pm Venue: ISKCON of Silicon Valley Registration Link: https://goo.gl/forms/NsS0Mwjebij6WVFV2 The registration fee per contest per student is $5 (until Nov 20) after which it will be $8/contest/student How to Pay:
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 NOVEMBER 16, WEDNESDAY : GITA WISDOMAfter the Indian government's announcement on November 9th, about demonetization of Rs. 500 and Rs. 1000 currency notes, the life of the people in India seems to have gone haywire. Everybody is talking about how to tackle this situation. There are long, never-ending queues outside banks, ATMs and post offices to exchange/withdraw money. Let's hear about real currencies that adds value to our lives based on the Bhagavad Gita. Join us for tonight's Gita wisdom class! We extend a warm welcome to you and your family to join us for our Wednesday Gita class! 6:00pm: "Real Currencies of Life" by H.G Shyamarupa Das 8:00pm: Sandhya Arati followed by Prasadam  NOVEMBER 19, SATURDAY: SRIMAD BHAGAVATAMSrimad Bhagavatam illustrates the relationship of prayer and suffering through the beautiful prayers of Queen Kunti. She and her family were fortunate to be with Lord Krishna, who helped them endure death and separation of loved ones, financial ruin, and humiliation. Finally, when their trials were over, Krishna prepared to leave. Kuntiprayed, “Let our sufferings come again, for when we see them, we see You, and then our birth and death are through.” Join us as we reflect on these beautiful prayers! "This Srimad Bhagavatam is a literary incarnation of God, and it is compiled by Srila Vyasadeva, the incarnation of God. It is meant for the ultimate good of all people, and it is all successful, all blissful and all perfect." (Suta Goswami SB3.40). Srila Prabhupada states,"Srimad Bhagavatam carries with it all transcendental blessings of Lord Sri Krsna that we can expect from his personal contact". We are pleased to invite you for this week's Srimad Bhagavatam discourse. 7.30am: "Reflections on the Prayers of Queen Kunti : Part 2" - Presentation by H.G Harisankirtan Das followed by SASS (Speak As Sastra Says) Talk by Vedic Academy student, Advaita Srinivasan on 6th chapter of 'A Second Chance' book. 10:00am: Guru puja followed by Prasadam  NOVEMBER 20, SUNDAY : SUNDAY FEASTIn The Nectar of Devotion (chapter 13) Srila Prabhupäda promises that there are five kinds of devotional service which are so potent that a small attachment for any one of these five items can arouse devotional ecstasy even in a beginner.” These five practices are the topic of our "Entering The Sacred Space" series training letter series. The goal of this series is to help you on your way to the sacred space inside. Last week we discussed the third and important form of hearing Srimad Bhagavatam This week, we will hear about the importance and benefits of living in a holy place and the effect of it in our spiritual lives. 3:00pm - 5:00 pm: "Entering the Sacred Space Series - Part 4: LIVING IN A HOLY PLACE" - Sunday feast talk by H.G BalimardanaDas 5:00pm: Sandhya Aartik followed by Announcements and Prasadam If you would like to sponsor a Sunday Feast, to commemorate a special occasion (like birthday or wedding anniversary) or just in general, please write to us at isvconnect@gmail.com. We will offer the bhoga to the Deities and serve prasadam to all the devotees in your name. Donation amount for the Sunday Feast is $301 only  BHAGAVAD GITA AS IT IS - Chapter A Day (CHAD) Bhagavad-Gita Chapter-A-Day (CHAD) program , is a worldwide alliance of devotees who chant at least one chapter of Bhagavad-Gita As It Is. This program, officially inaugurated by His Grace Vaisesika Prabhu, has been enthusiastically executed by many souls around the globe. All the CHAD members and aspirants are requested to recite the 17th chapter of Bhagavad Gita every day during this most auspicious month of Kartik from 16th Oct 2016 to 23rd Nov 2016. We humbly request everyone to join this global initiative to please Lord Krishna. Steps to join CHADStep 1: Make a vow to recite Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 17 every day from 16th Oct 2016 to 23rd Nov 2016. Chant all the Sanskrit slokas; or all the English translations; or both the Sanskrit and English. Step 2: Register yourself at http://www.readchad.com/join-chad (if you not done so earlier) .Please provide as much details as possible so we can send you a beautiful CHAD membership card and the gift for your enthusiastic participation and recitation of Gita during this Kartik. Step 3: Access 17th chapter in CHAD format from http://www.readchad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/BG-Chapter-17-The-Divisions-of-Faith.doc print it and carry it with you or access the link from your mobile device wherever you go. Step 4: Introduce CHAD to at least one other soul Email: recite.chad@gmail.com KIRTAN MELLOWS AT YOUR HOME We often have melodious hari kirtan and bhajans at devotees' homes in the bay area. Below are a couple of sample videos of the blissful program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcCgwx4P-sw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6isiWMLFGc If you would like to experience the sweet taste of holy names, please indicate your interest via this form http://goo.gl/forms/i01lk6drf3. A volunteer will send you an evite when a Kirtan Mellows event would be scheduled near you. 
VEDIC EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN Vedic Academy offers Sunday School for kids from age group 3 - 15 yrs every Sunday from 4 - 6pm where kids learn about Vedic Culture, Slokas, Stories & Lessons from Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam etc., Bhajans and participate in Arts & Crafts, Dramas and much more. For more information, please visit www.vedic-academy.org or send an email to vedicacademy108@gmail.com or call 408 718 1588  SUBCRIBE TO VEDIC WISDOM - NECTAR DROPS In this world of fast paced technology and racing schedules, the elite and comman man alike need droplets of refreshing wisdom to protect their peace, spirituality, and happiness. Vedic Nectar Drops, an initiative of ISV, aims to meet this goal by sending weekly droplets out to all subscribers to keep their weeks inspired and refreshed. If you are interested in receiving every week, please send an email to vedicstudygroup@gmail.com 
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Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Gita Champions Children's Contest and Classes at ISV this Week! - You're welcome!
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