Art of Living (Charlotte) Offers self-development programs for body, mind and spirit.
Art of Living is dedicated to serving society by strengthening the individual. This is done through self-development programs that recharge the body, mind and spirit and allow people to function at their optimum potential. People from all backgrounds, religions and cultural traditions are welcome.
For Further Details:
980.216.8732
charlotte@us.artofliving.org
www.artofliving.org/charlotte
A spiritual, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to improving society through individual growth by fostering the Hindu ideals of faith, unity, and selfless service. Activities include: Daily Arti - 6:30 am & 6:30 pm; Weekly Satsang Sabha held every Sunday which includes Bhajans and spiritual discourses: Adults: 4pm, Young Men (Ages 23-36) - 3pm, Young Women (Ages 23-36) - 4pm, Teens - 4:30pm, and Children - 5pm.
For Further Details:
www.saathee.com/baps-charlotte
Bethel Christian Fellowship Offers services in various Indian languages.
BCF was founded to "Raise Up The Next Generation For Jesus Christ." The Fellowship offers services in various Indian languages (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam) with a Sunday School from 9 - 9:55 am and Sunday Worship from 10 - 11:45 am.
The Fellowship is located at 7604 New Town Road, Waxhaw, NC 28173
For Further Details:
803.792.7223
Pastor Rajan Samuel - pastorofbcf@gmail.com www.bcfcog.org
Carolina Khadayata Samaj All Khadayata families are welcome.
All Khadayata families of NC and SC are welcome to be part of the Carolina Khadayata Samaj.
For Further Details:
carolinakhadayatasamaj@yahoo.com
Jaswant Mehta - 704.839.1965 (Charlotte)
Sharad Mehta - 336.554.5211 (Greensboro)
Mukesh Shah - 919.523.0141 (Raleigh)
Carolinas Christian Assembly Also offering counseling services to married couples.
The Assembly located on 12601 Idlewild Rd., Matthews, NC, offers worship, fellowship and community assistance to all South Asians living in the Charlotte area. Sunday morning worship services is currently being held at New Heaven Community Church, 8823 Albemarle Road, Charlotte, NC 28227 at 9:30amam. Pastor Cherian, offers free counseling services to married couples and is a licensed premarital counselor.
For Further Details:
Dr. Shibu Cherian (Pastor)
704.208.9099
www.carolinaschristianassembly.org
Charlotte Gita Study Group Meditation followed by recorded lecture and discussion.
Beginners and advanced students of the Gita are welcome. The group meets the second and fourth Sunday from 3 - 5pm. This course is based on the Home Study Course of the Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Saylorsburg, PA. Each session starts with meditation followed by a recorded lecture in English and discussion
For Further Details: dshetti@gmail.com - 214.587.7331 skdave@hotmail.com - 704.844.9567
Charlotte Hindu Center Table Tennis Meets every Wednesday for all levels of play.
The Charlotte Hindu Center Table Tennis group meets every Wednesday from 6.30 - 10 pm. All levels and types of play. Takes place at Vihar Hall, Hindu Center, 7400 City View Dr., Charlotte, NC. For Further Details: 704.607.8412
Charlotte Malayalee Association Facilitates cultural, educational, and social activities.
The association promotes and facilitates the cultural, educational, social and economic welfare of the Charlotte Malayalee community.
For Further Details:
cltma@cltma.org
704.517.5850 www.cltma.org
Charlotte Marathi Mandal Celebrates cultural traditions and values.
The Mandal adds to the vibrancy of Charlotte with various events including the Ganapati Festival which are designed to keep the cultural values and traditions alive.
The community is encouraged to participate.
For Further Details:
704.565.9237
committee@charlottemarathimandal.org
www.saathee.com/charlotte-marathi-mandal
Charlotte Telangana Association Promoting telangana cultural activities within greater Charlotte area
The Charlotte Telangana Association is a non-profit organization formed to promote two different aspects. On one hand to promote not only the Telangana cultural activities within greater Charlotte area, but also to bring together all the Telangana people living in greater Charlotte area. On the other, to discuss, plan, and take action around the development of Telangana focusing both on rural and urban Telangana areas.
For Further Details:
Charlotte.telangana@gmail.com www.charlottetelangana.com
Charlotte Vipassana Meditation Group There is never a charge for a course.
Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. It was taught in India more than 2500 years ago as a remedy for universal ills. The Charlotte Vipassana Meditation Group holds weekly group sits and monthly all-day sits for established students. Ten-day courses are also available for all students. There is never a charge for a course.
For Further Details:
704.277.5013 - rbddesai@gmail.com
704.807.3933 - madhaviparikh@yahoo.com www.dhamma.org
Dada Bhagwan Foundation (Charlotte) Spiritual and cultural center.
Every living being is in constant pursuit of happiness; no one likes
suffering. This search ends only when the source of eternal happiness is
found. It can be attained through realizing your true Self. A path to
eternal happiness was discovered by Gnani Purush A. M.. Patel, also
known as Dada Bhagwan and it was revealed to the world as Akram Vignan, a
spiritual science. This spiritual science is based on the foundation of
Self Realization. Weekly & monthly satsang held Every Sunday 1- 3pm & once a month Saturday 2-7pm, at Hindu Temple, which includes watching DVD Satsang or Question/Answer Sessions Satsang, Aarti & Mahaprasad.Venue: Hindu Temple, 7400 City View Dr, Charlotte, NC 28212 For Further Details: 877.505.3232 x 1027 wccharlotte@us.dadabhagwan.org www.dadabhagwan.org
Gurdwara Sahib (Charlotte) Promotes Sikh and Punjabi culture and communities.
The Gurdwara works to enrich the lives of the Sikh & Punjabi communities of Charlotte and surrounding areas.
Regular Program: Every Sunday: 10 - 11am, Asa Di War by Bhai Satnam Singh Jee, 11am - 12pm, Keertan by Children, 12 - 1:15pm, Keertan by Bhai Satnam Singh Jee, 1:15 - 1:30pm, Ardaas, followed by Guru Ka Langar. Located at 1760 Stoney Creek Lane, Charlotte, NC 28262 For Further Details: 704.509.2828 www.charlottegurdwara.org
Hindu Center of Charlotte Major temple with multiple regular events and ceremonies.
The Hindu Center of Charlotte holds many regular events and religious ceremonies. The temple library is stocked with books, CDs, DVDs and other materials on varied genres such as religion, culture, history, philosophy, yoga and health.
Upcoming Events: Dec 15: Lord Venkateshwara Anniversary Dec 16: Gita Jayanti Jan 13: Sankranti, Lohri, Pongal Jan 13: Kite flying
India Association of Charlotte Organizes the annual Festival of India.
The organization works to foster better understanding of the rich diversity of Indian culture by the larger community in and around Charlotte. For Further Details:
Toni Sawhney - 704.604.2133
Lal Vishin - 704.545.3727 indiafestival.iacofcarolinas.org/
Indian American Muslim Council (IMAC) of Charlotte Promotes peace, pluralism, and social justice.
IAMC is committed to promoting peace, pluralism and social justice through advocacy as well as promote and protect human rights and dignity in India as they are the foundation of freedom and justice. IAMC-Charlotte seeks to reach out to Indian Muslims living in Charlotte to strive for Inter-Community understanding with focus on Indian Diaspora. For Further Details: Ashfaq Mehdi - 704.904.5778 iamc-charlotte@yahoogroups.com
Indian Performing Arts Association of Charlotte (IPAAC) Promoting Classical Hindustani music in and around the Charlotte, NC area
IPAAC promotes Classical Hindustani music
in and around the Queen City. IPAAC is the result of a shared dream of a
small group of music enthusiasts to bring the rich world of Classical
music and dance from the Indian subcontinent.
ISKCON (Charlotte) Celebration of festivals, kirtans, and more.
There are weekly meetings to learn and practice bhakti-yoga - for all ages. Celebration of festivals, delicious prasadam, heartfelt kirtan, spiritual discourses, class for kids, association with visiting monks and teachers, and make friends. Bhagavad-Gita class is held on every Friday at multiple locations in Charlotte. For Further Details: 980-277-GITA (4482) Iskconofcharlotte@gmail.com
Jain Center of Greater Charlotte (JCGC) Serves the spiritual, social, and cultural needs of the community.
Serving the spiritual, cultural, and community needs of Jain families. Dedicated to the practice, understanding, promotion, and preservation of the Jain faith. Members meet regularly for worship, ceremonies, and festivals. JCGC organizes numerous religious activities year-round - including celebrating major religious festivals such as Mahavir Jayanti, Paryushan, and Diwali, and routine programs like Swadhyay, Pujas and children's Pathshaala. Address: 7631 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28262.
JET USA (Charlotte, North Carolina) The Charlotte chapter runs under the guidance of Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji.
These organizations are operated across the world to empower the communities across the world.
Activities include personality development and spiritual activities like discourses / puja / homam etc. (JETworld.org). VTSeva (Volunteering Together for Service) focusing on various service activities (VTSworld.org)
Kriya Yoga (Charlotte) Center hosts annual initiation programs and weekly Sunday meditation.
The group promotes Kriya Yoga Meditation as taught by the lineage of realized masters such as Mahaavatar Baba Ji, Lahri Mahasaya, Sri Yukteshwar Giri, Paramahamsa Yogananda, Hariharananda, and Prajanananada. A sincere seeker who follows the path of Kriya Yoga with love and devotion and a desire for spiritual growth can attain Self-realization. The center hosts two annual initiation programs and a weekly Sunday meditation for initiates.
For Further Details:
Adesh Gupta - 704.814.7476 info@charlotte.kriya.org www.kriya.org
Pratham - Charlotte Organizes grassroots programs to aid education.
Pratham organizes grassroots programs in the area of primary education and has made an impact on the learning levels of several million children through its Read India campaign. With nearly half the children in India who attend schools not learning to read and write at the required level, Pratham is trying to fill an important gap in the area of primary education. For Further Details:
Anju Desai - ajdesai66@gmail.com - 980.622.0125
Shubhra Chakraborty - shubhra.chakraborty1@gmail.com - 704.942.4798 www.prathamusa.org
Probasi of Charlotte Promotes cultural and educational aspects of Bengalis.
Probasi's goal is to organize cultural and educational program related to Bengal in the Charlotte area, to increase Bengali cultural awareness, and to provide community service in the area.
For Further Details:
Swapan Nandi - 704.708.5993 Anindita Paul Bhunia - 704.360.2326 welcome@probasi.org www.probasi.org
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Sahaja Yoga was founded and developed by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation classes are free to attend and meant for all age groups who desire to find his or her true self, which is full of peace, joy of life and love for others. Sahaja Yoga was founded and developed by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi and teaches very simple techniques of meditation. Sessions are conducted weekly or biweekly at 5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte. For Further Details: www.meetup.com/SYCharoletteNC/
Samskrita Bharati Sthanam of Charlotte Promotes Samskritam as an everyday, living, spoken language.
The Samskrita Bharati USA organization (www.sbusa.org), SBUSA promotes Samskritam (Sanskrit) as an everyday language and provides access to its rich and diverse repository of knowledge. Trained teachers teach Samskritam in spoken and written forms among people of all ages in an interactive and engaging environment. Start your journey to speak this ancient foundational language by attending a one-day introductory workshop. No prior knowledge of Samskritam is needed. Four Further Details: Shreedhar Murthy: murthy90232@gmail.com or 513-967-4775 Joy Vyloppully: vykuntha@gmail.com or 704-906-5665.
Sangamithra Foundation Works for the betterment of underprivileged communities in India.
A charity organization formed to make a difference in society. The team has taken the path of identifying the needs of underprivileged communities in India and provides support to meet those needs. Sangamithra works collectively towards realizing its vision.
For Further Details:
info@sangamithra.org www.sangamithra.org www.facebook.com/SangamithraFoundation
Shanti Niketan Senior Center of Carolinas The Center values diversity, holistic health, civic and community engagement.
The Center values diversity, holistic health, peaceful living, civic and community engagement, especially for under-served populations including Refugees, Immigrants, and Minorities (RIM). Efforts are made to support a population with the understanding that a vibrant diverse population adds to the strength and well-being of the whole community.
Located at 7701 Wallace Ln., Charlotte.
For Further Details:
NimishBhatt@bellsouth.net / 704.491.1186 uisac.org
Shree Swaminarayan Satsang Mandal Vadtal Regularly conducts kirtans and bhajans in Charlotte.
On the 1st Saturday of every month, Shree Swaminarayan Satsang Mandal Vadtal has kirtans and bhajans at the Hindu Center of Charlotte at 5pm. After the bhajans, there is Aarti and Mahaprasad.
In addition, on the 3rd Sunday of every month, an additional Satsang Sabha is held at a sponsor's house from 3 - 5pm.
For Further Details:
Divyesh Chauhan - 704.965.9735
Sanjay Savaliya - 704.779.7574
admin@issvcharlotte.org
issvcharlotte.org
Shri Rang Avadhut Parivar (Parspar Devo Bhav) Devotees meet to sing Dattatraya Bhajans and read Guru-Lilamrut.
Devotees of Guru Dattatraya Rang Avadhut and Shri Prem Avadhut meet on Thurs from 6-8pm in Charlotte for recital of "Datta-Bavani," singing devotional Dattatraya Bhajans and reading "Guru-Lilamrut."
Info about meetings, literature, videos, as well as biographies of Nareshwar Ashram and Shri Avadhut's lives are available.
For Further Details:
Bharat Shah - 704.724.6247
Nagesh Patel - 704.399.7805
Sindhi Association of the Carolinas Organizes religious, cultural, and social events in Charlotte.
The Sindhi Association of the Carolinas (SAC) organizes religious, cultural, community, and social events in Charlotte. SAC also sends donations for the needy to the schools in India for Scholarships and for camp refugees in India.
For Further Details: sindhiassociationcarolinas@gmail.com 704.779.2396
South Park Cricket Club (SPCC) Playing cricket for fun in Charlotte.
The South Park Cricket Club is a group of gentlemen who play competitive cricket for fun. SPCC is based in Charlotte and has been a part of the Carolina Cricket League since 2010.
For Further Details:
anishtr@hotmail.com
www.southparkcc.org
Sparsh of Greater Charlotte Culture of Bihar and Jharkhand
Sparsh seeks to build community, preserve our heritage, and showcase the culture of the states of Bihar and Jharkand through cultural, charitable, and social events. For Further Details: sparshofcharlotte@gmail.com 980-221-9641 www.facebook.com/sparshofgreatercharlotte
Srishti of Charlotte Promotes Bengali music, culture, and the arts.
Srishti works to fulfill the NC community's need for togetherness and the desire to showcase Bengali culture, literature, theatre, music and popular arts. Literally, the word Srishti means an act of creation. Srishti welcomes and brings together people of varied cultures, ethnicity, languages, and backgrounds who are interested in East Indian traditions.
For Further Details:
Santanu Sarkar - santanu_kumar@yahoo.com
704. 541.3451 www.srishtiofcharlotte.org
Telugu Association of Greater Charlotte Area (TAGCA) Organizes festivals and cultural events for Telugu speakers.
TAGCA was formed with an intention of preserving and promoting the Telugu cultural heritage and traditions among the Telugu speaking people residing in Greater Charlotte area. The association organizes social and cultural events and festivals that reflect the Telugu people culture from India.
For Further Details:
pr@tagca.org
www.tagca.org
Trimurti Temple Devasthanam Including sanathis with traditional Mandabams for various Hindu deities.
The temple grounds offer many areas to explore including 14 sanathis with traditional Mandabams for various Hindu deities. Open daily with a Morning Puja at 10am and Evening Puja at 7pm. Sunday Abhisekhams at 11am as well as other special pujas. The temple is located at 6519 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, 28216.
For Further Details:
980.219.7556
contact@trimurtitemple.org
www.trimurtitemple.org
Vallabh Pushti Samaj of Carolinas (VPSC) Works to fill devotional needs of Vaishnavs in the Carolinas.
VPSC's objective is to fill devotional need for hundreds of Vaishnavs in Carolinas to worship and pray together, to observe and celebrate festivals, and to engage in humanitarian and educational activities. Paath and Bhajan recitations are held on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 4 - 6pm. A VYO Youth (ages 6-14) educational Meet is also scheduled on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month. The Shrinath Dham Haveli is located at 1006 Vickie Lane, Matthews, NC 28104. For Further Details:
www.saathee.com/vallabh-pushti-vpsc
Vibha Charlotte Organization is dedicated to create a brigher future for underprivileged children.
Vibha Charlotte is volunteer driven organization dedicated to create a brighter future for underprivileged children. This group came together through a strong belief in Vibha's mission and resolved to create a positive societal impact in India. The group works to organize social events that spread awareness and raise funds to further the organization's mission. For Further Details: Volunteers@charlotte.vibha.org sites.vibha.org/Charlotte
