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. All are welcome.
For Further Details:
980.216.8732
charlotte@us.artofliving.org
www.artofliving.org/charlotte
Dedicated to improving society through individual growth by fostering Hindu ideals of faith, unity, and selfless service. Activities include: Daily Arti - 6:30 am & 6:30 pm; Weekly Satsang Sabha held Sundays with 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.
For Further Details: 803.792.7223
Pastor Rajan Samuel - pastorofbcf@gmail.com 7604 New Town Road, Waxhaw, NC
www.bcfcog.org
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization works toward world peace and transformation through self-transformation. Raja Yoga Meditation classes, offered by the Brahma Kumaris are free. This meditation throws light on the importance of rebuilding inner positive energy and provides tools to relax, refresh and recharge. It gives the power to choose good and positive thoughts over those which are negative and wasteful. Sunday mornings - 8am to 9am - Introduction to Raja Yoga Meditation.
Sunday mornings - 8am to 9am - Introduction to Raja Yoga Meditation.
For Further Details: Charlotte, NC area 704.412.1426 bknc2010@gmail.com www.brahmakumaris.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)
Kaupind Shah - 919.928.2852 (Raleigh)
Carolinas Christian Assembly Also offering counseling services to married couples.
Offers worship, fellowship and community assistance to South Asians in Charlotte. Sunday morning worship services is currently being held at New Heaven Community Church, 8823 Albemarle Road, Charlotte at 9:30am. 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
12601 Idlewild Rd., Matthews, NC 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. 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 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
Association promotes two different aspects, to promote Telangana cultural activities within Charlotte area and also to bring together the Telangana people. Also plans and takes action around the development of Telangana focusing both on rural and urban 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 meditation techniques, taught more than 2500 years ago as a remedy for universal ills. The group holds weekly group sits and monthly all-day sits for established students. Ten-day courses are also available for all students. There is no charge.
For Further Details:
704.277.5013 - rbddesai@gmail.com
704.807.3933 - madhaviparikh@yahoo.com www.dhamma.org
Classical Music Association of Charlotte (CMAC) Sponsors many classical concerts through the year.
CMAC sponsors many classical concerts during the year in Charlotte. Membership forms are available at shows.
Upcoming Events: March 22: Thalavadyam instruntal concert For Further Details:
Lakshmi & Muthukrishnan - 704.814.9355
Jayashree & Panduranga - 704.442.1186
memberservices@onlinecmac.org
www.onlinecmac.org
Dada Bhagwan Foundation (Charlotte) Spiritual and cultural center.
Every living being is in constant pursuit of happiness. 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 (Dada Bhagwan) and it was revealed as Akram Vignan, a
spiritual science. Weekly satsang held Every Sunday 1- 3pm & once a month Saturday 2-7pm, which includes watching DVD Satsang with Q & A, Aarti & Mahaprasad. For Further Details: 877.505.3232 x 1027 wccharlotte@us.dadabhagwan.org 7400 City View Dr, Charlotte, NC 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. 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. For Further Details: 704.509.2828 1760 Stoney Creek Lane, Charlotte, NC www.charlottegurdwara.org
Hindu Center of Charlotte Major temple with multiple regular events and ceremonies.
The Center 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: Jan 26: Republic Day Celebrations Feb 21: Maha Shivratri Feb 29: Thygaraja Aradhana March 9: Holika dahan March 15: Dhuleti For Further Details:
704.534.3440 7400 City View Dr., Charlotte, NC www.saathee.com/hindu-center-charlotte
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.
Committed to promoting peace, pluralism and social justice through advocacy as well as protecting human rights and dignity in India. IAMC-Charlotte seeks to reach out to Indian Muslims 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 and 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.
For Further Details:
Jyoti Kulkarni - 704.804.1275
Chaula Jain - 704.248.1515
contact@ipaac.org
www.ipaac.org
ISKCON (Charlotte) Celebration of festivals, kirtans, and more.
There are weekly meetings to learn and practice bhakti-yoga - for all ages. Celebration of festivals, 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. 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 and community needs of Jain families while understanding and preserving the Jain faith. Members meet for worship, ceremonies, and festivals. Organizes religious activities year-round - including celebrating religious festivals such as Mahavir Jayanti, Paryushan, and Diwali, and programs like Swadhyay, Pujas and children's Pathshaala. Upcoming Events: Sun, Feb 02 (Maha Sud Aattam): Astha Prakari Puja, 10:30am Sat, Feb 08 (Maha Sud Chaudash): Astha Prakari Puja, 9:30am, Pakkhi Pratikraman, 6:45pm Sun, Feb 09 Paathshala for Children, 10:30am Thu, Feb 13 (Maha Vad Paancham): Astha Prakari Puja, 9:30am Sun, Feb 16 (Maha Vad Aattam): Astha Prakari Puja, 9:30am Sun, Feb 16 Paathshala for Children, 10:30am Sat, Feb 29 (Phagan Sud Paancham): Ashta Prakari Puja, 9:30am Regular events:
Weekdays: 9:30am - Prakshal & Puja; 7:30pm - Aarti & Mangal Divo
Weekends: 10:30am - Prakshal & Puja 7:30pm - Aarti & Mangal Divo
For Further Details:
JCGC President: Saumya Kothari: 858.382.351
info@jaincenterus.org
7631 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC www.jaincenterus.org
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 communities.
Activities include personality development and spiritual activities like discourses / puja / homam etc. VTSeva (Volunteering Together for Service) focusing on various service activities. For Further Details: charlotte.jetusa.org
jetcharlotte@jetusa.org
704-981-1JET
Kriya Yoga (Charlotte) Center hosts annual initiation programs and weekly Sunday meditation.
A sincere seeker who follows the path of Kriya Yoga with love and devotion and a desire for spiritual growth can attain Self-realization. Two annual initiation programs and a weekly Sunday meditation are held.
For Further Details:
Adesh Gupta - 704.814.7476 info@charlotte.kriya.org www.kriya.org
Madhya Pradesh Association of Charlotte (MPAC) Community organization.
MPAC is a cultural organization based in Charlotte and formed by people hailing from Madhya Pradesh interested in preserving and promoting Hindi literature, language, culture and heritage of the state. For Further Details: mp2clt@gmail.com 980.231.1112 www.mpaclt.org
Pratham - Charlotte Organizes grassroots programs to aid education.
Pratham organizes programs in the area of primary education 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 this area. 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.
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 and love for others. Sahaja Yoga was founded and developed by Shri
Mataji Nirmala Devi and teaches simple techniques of meditation.
Sessions are conducted weekly or biweekly. For Further Details: 5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte www.meetup.com/SYCharoletteNC/
Samskrita Bharati Sthanam of Charlotte Promotes Samskritam as an everyday, living, spoken language.
Promotes Samskritam (Sanskrit) as an everyday language and provides access to its rich repository of knowledge. Trained teachers teach Samskritam in spoken and written forms in an interactive environment. Start your journey to speak this ancient foundational language by attending a one-day introductory workshop. No prior knowledge is needed. Four Further Details: Shreedhar Murthy: murthy90232@gmail.com or 513-967-4775 Joy Vyloppully: vykuntha@gmail.com or 704-906-5665. www.sbusa.org
Sangamithra Foundation Works for the betterment of underprivileged communities in India.
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
Sant Nirankari Mission (Universal Brotherhood) Weekly congregation.
Knowing about God is a knowledge and knowing God is Realization of God as "Knowing about something" is different from "knowing something". God can only be realized with the blessing of living true master. You are invited to join for a weekly congregation. For Further Details: Meena Thohan: 703.443.0584
Shanti Niketan Senior Center of Carolinas The Center values diversity, holistic health, civic and community engagement.
The Center values diversity, holistic health, peaceful living and community engagement, especially for under-served populations including Refugees, Immigrants, and minorities. Efforts are made to support a population with the understanding that a diverse population adds to the strength and well-being of the community.
For Further Details:
Nbcharlotte@uisac.org 704.491.1186
7701 Wallace Lane., Charlotte, NC. 28212
www.uisac.org
Shree Swaminarayan Satsang Mandal Vadtal Regularly conducts kirtans and bhajans in Charlotte.
On every 1st Saturday, 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."
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
Srishti of Charlotte Promotes Bengali music, culture, and the arts.
Srishti works to fulfill the community's need for togetherness and the desire to showcase Bengali culture, literature, music and arts. Srishti means an act of creation 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 in Charlotte. The association organizes social and cultural events and festivals that reflect the Telugu 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.
For Further Details:
980.219.7556
contact@trimurtitemple.org
6519 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 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 needs of Vaishnavs in Carolinas to worship and pray together, celebrate festivals and 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. For Further Details:
1006 Vickie Lane, Matthews, NC www.saathee.com/vallabh-pushti-vpsc
