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American Hindu Association, Fitchburg, WI

(A Registered tax exempt, Non profit organization)

Venue: Hindu Temple and Cultural center of WI

2138 South Fish Hatchery Road, Fitchburg WI 53575

          

What is The American Hindu Association (AHA)?

The American Hindu Association (AHA) is a non-profit organization founded under 501 (C) (3) to serve Hindus. This Association was established in July of 1997 with the initiative of a few devotees. The devotees attending weekly services are from various countries including Canada, India, Malaysia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the United States. AHA has provided excellence service to the community in the areas of religious, social, and educational affairs since 1997. All activities are accomplished through the voluntary efforts of devotees.

Vision

As our community has grown, it has become increasingly evident that we need a facility that is large enough to accommodate our activities. More recently, AHA has acquired seven acres of land for the construction of Hindu Temple and Cultural Center. The property is located in the heart of Madison-Wisconsin at 2138 South Fish Hatchery Road. Future building will be named “Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of Wisconsin�? (registered with IRS).

Our vision is to have an authentic Hindu Temple to perform religious activity with a community center to support community activities in the aquired land by year of 2015

Mission

The primary mission of AHA is to teach the rich spiritual heritage of Hindu philosophy to devotees of all ages. This Association intends to provide the leadership and resources for the Hindu community, especially among the young generations. More specifically this Association intends to:

1.   Provide services to devotees and children, promoting the awareness of principles and practices of Hinduism.

2.   Conduct regular weekly puja, bhajans, discussions on Hinduism, etc.

3.   Invite Hindu teachers and scholars to present topics on Hinduism, enhancing our understanding of it.

4.   Sponsor religious festivals such as Makar Sankranti/Pongal, Mahashivratri, Srikrishna Janmasthmi, Deepawali, and other events.

5.   Promote yoga and meditation as prescribed in Hindu scriptures.

6.   Bring all religious organizations under one roof to establish a strong Hindu Community.

7.   Seek active participation, guidance and support from the community members in our ambitious journey for our community.

Support

All AHA services are free of charge. The Association has a policy generating the most of the contributions for the construction of the Hindu Temple and Cultural Center. Besides the regular contribution, any individual can make a special contribution and designate their donation for any new or existing project of their choice. Currently, programs are offered under the following general categories:

1.   AHA Educational Fund (Teaching Hinduism, yoga, meditation plus math, language etc)

2.   AHA Hindu Festival Fund

3.   AHA Building Fund (This is a fund to use for construction of the Hindu Temple and Cultural Center)

Temple Timings

Sun 10:00 AM - 1:00PM

AHA_Bala_Vihar Timings

Sundays - 10am to 11:15am.

Upcoming Events

Murugan/Karthigeya Puja on May 26, 2013 ~ Sunday ~ Timings: 10am - Noon

AHA_Bala_Viha

Dear Friends, American Hindu Association is proud to announce AHA_Bala_Vihar classes for kids every Sunday from 10am to 11:15am at temple. It is a wonderful opportunity for kids and youth to learn and practice Hindu way of life, develop social awareness and leadership skills among children while having fun.

What is AHA_Bala_Vihar?

AHA_Bala_Vihar is the place where a seemingly an ordinary cowherd boy blossomed in to a divine incarnation. It is here that Krishna's magical days of childhood were spent and his powers came to be recognized. Every child has that spark of divinity within. AHA_Bala_Vihar is a forum for children to discover and manifest that divinity. AHA_Bala_Vihar will enable Hindu children in US to appreciate their cultural roots, learn Hindu values in an enjoyable manner and make good friends. They will also develop a sense of Seva, Service to humankind.

Our Goal is.

  To facilitate children to appreciate, learn and practice Hindu way of life.

  Instill pride and confidence in Hindu children about their identity.

  Raise Hindu awareness in the society around.

  Develop social awareness and leadership skills among children

Activities: Children will have lots of fun while they learn. Activities are planned for their physical, intellectual, social and spiritual development. Weekly activities include: Games, Yoga, Vedas, Stories, Bhajans, Shlokas, Mantras, Sanskrit, Bhagvad Gita, Arts and Crafts and many more.

Festivals: Hindu Festivals like Ganesh Pooja, Holi, Janmashtami, and Shivaratri are celebrated with a special focus on children's participation. Children will perform the pooja themselves and the meaning behind the festivals is explained.

AHA Camp: Vacation can be magical. That's the time to explore, enjoy and make more friends. Annually, we conduct AHA Camp

Community Service: Sewa or service is the best way for us to realize the divinity in all and serve the needy. We plan to take Children from AHA_Bala_Vihar to visit elderly people in convalescent hospital or any appropriate activities

Venue: Hindu Temple and Cultural center of WI

2138 South Fish Hatchery Road, Fitchburg WI 53575

Directions

Hindu Temple and Cultural center of Wisconsin
2138 S Fish Hatchery Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53575
www.AmericanHindu.net

On I-94 W , take exit 4A on the left to merge onto I-39 S/I-90 E toward Janesville. Take exit 142A to merge onto US-12 W/US-18 W toward Madison. Take exit 260 A-B for Fish Hatchery Rd toward D. Turn left at Fish Hatchery Rd.

From Green Bay, WI

On US-41 S take exit 97 B for Military Rd/D. Turn right at County Rd D. Turn right to merge onto US-151. Take exit 97A for I-39/I-90/I-94 toward Milwaukee/Chicago. Keep left at the fork to continue toward I-39 S/I-90 E/I-94 E and merge onto I-39 S/I-90 E/I-94 E. Continue to follow I-39 S/I-90 E. Take exit 142A to merge onto US-12 W/US-18 W toward Madison. Take exit 260 A-B for Fish Hatchery Rd toward D. Turn left at Fish Hatchery Rd.

From Madison, WI

From capitol head south on US-151 and turn right at Fish Hatchery Rd.

From Chicago, IL

Take I-39 S/I-90 E/I-94 E toward Madison. Take exit 142A to merge onto US-12 W/US-18 W toward Madison. Take exit 260 A-B for Fish Hatchery Rd toward D. Turn left at Fish Hatchery Rd.

From Minneapolis, MN

Take I-94 E Entering Wisconsin. Continue on I-39 S/I-90 E (signs for I-39/I-90/Chicago). Take exit 142A to merge onto US-12 W/US-18 W toward Madison. Take exit 260 A-B for Fish Hatchery Rd toward D. Turn left at Fish Hatchery Rd.

Board Members
President - Narend Reddy	608-335-5727
Secretary - Ragini Sathasivam	608-845-6608
Treasurer - Vipin Goel	608-833-7568
Vice President: Facilities - Narend Reddy	608-335-5727
Vice President: Fundraising - Shiw Singh	608-848-9046
Temple Manager - Bahee Sathasivam	608-234-8634
Web Design Coordinator - Vaishnavi Mannar	608-695-7277
Food Coordinator - Neelam Rajani	608-698-9928
Ayyapan Ganesh	414-243-7598
Rathinam Kumar	608-209-0652
Dr. Sakthivel Prabakaran	608-268-0240
Satha Chandrakanthan	608-273-8341
Vaishnavi Vembakkam	608-825-3218
Laxmipriya Das
Shanmuga S. Muthuswamy	925-577-3556
Jayanthi Chandramouli

 General Donations

Become part of our association by making a contribution of $25, $50, $100 or whatever you can afford to support, education, and services for Hindus. You can mail your tax-deductible donations to: For General Donations -
American Hindu Association
P O Box 55405
Madison, WI 53705

AHA would like to thank the past contributors who have graciously made the financial contribution for the following Funds. If you like to contribute to the following Funds then please do as this time.

AHA-Building Fund

  AHA for Education

  AHA-Disaster and Humanitarian Aid Fund

  AHA-Hindu Festival Fund

  AHA-Food Donation Fund

AHA Volunteer:

Join as a volunteer to help us build a better community. Organize festivals, showcase your talent in music, art on any religious festivals or cultural programs. Get coupons, free course and other benefits. Help us builing our community center.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING GROUPS: General Newsletter Editor, Reporters & Writers Religious Balagokulam Teachers on Saturdays Math, Language & Yoga Teachers on Saturdays Newspaper/Magazines Reporters We like to encourage our High School students to volunteer for these programs. To volunteer please submit your information to whindu@yahoo.com and one of our volunteer members will contact you (Please specify the area/group you would like to participate in).

AHA televison

merican Hindu Association Presents the Hindu Perspectives - TV series at 6:00 pm on Sundays and at 6:30 am on Mondays at WYOU-TV Madison, Wisconsin USA. Hindu Perspectives is designed to introduce viewers to the Hindu tradition with aim of creating more inter-religious harmony, dialogue, and understanding. Elements of Hinduism will be discussed, including its history, philosophy, literature, theology and practices. We are expanding our programs and needed more Lectures on Hinduism in English and Cultural programs. We are requesting from all the Hindu Members to submit quality Hindu Lectures and Cultural Programs in DVD, VCD or VHS. Please check with your family members and friends regarding any of the Carnatic Music, Hindustani Music, Bharata Natyam Dance, Chhau Dance, Kathak Dance, Kathakali Dance, Kuchipudi Dance, Manipuri Dance, Mohiniattam Dance, Odissi Dance, Carnatic and Hindustani Instrumental Music ( Veena, Violin, Sitar, etc.) programs. 

MADISON, WISCONSIN, USA, Nov 8, 2006: American Hindu Association has launched a Hindu Cultural Hour, the first ever, weekly Hindu television show at WYOU-TV Madison, in the history of the state of Wisconsin, USA. Hindu Cultural Hour is designed to introduce viewers to the Hindu Culture.

Watch " Hindu Cultural Hour " T.V. Show - WYOU, Channel 4 on cable. Bharatha Natya Arangetram - Part 1 Sunday 12, 2006 at 8:30 PM Performed Artistes: Sandra & Sabina Sabaratnam

Watch " Hindu Cultural Hour " T.V. Show - WYOU, Channel 4 on cable. Bharatha Natya Arangetram - Part 2 Sunday 19, 2006 at 8:30 PM Performed Artistes: Sandra & Sabina Sabaratnam

Watch " Hindu Cultural Hour " T.V. Show - WYOU, Channel 4 on cable. Bharatha Natya Arangetram - Part 3 Sunday 26, 2006 at 8:30 PM Performed Artistes: Sandra & Sabina Sabaratnam

AHA needs sponsors for weekly AHA-TV programs. Sponsor's weekly contribution of $50.00 is tax deductible and your name or business name will be included in the weekly program. Your participation is very important to us to promote this program nationwide. You and your family are cordially invited to watch this special TV program.

Contact Us

You can contact us by email or regular mail. Also you can click the link to Register Online and sign up as volunteer. Please check out our volunteer opportunities page to find out how you can help us and get involved with several activities, fun and festivals, show your talents etc.

American Hindu Association
P.O. BOX 55405
Madison
WI 53705
USA
Phone: 608-234-8634

Email: whindu@yahoo.com
Copy to : AHA@AmericanHindu.net

 

Om Tat Sat

                                                        

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