SALTAF: Evaluation of 2006 Festival
Thank you to all who attended this year's South Asian Literary and Theater Arts Festival! SALTAF was a tremendous success this year and to help us ensure its success in future years, we ask that you please take a moment to share your thoughts and comments about the program.
Follow the link below to fill out a brief evaluation of the program:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=789662904224
Thank you so much for providing your feedback. Please keep an eye on SALTAF.org for details about next year's event.
POLITICAL COMMITTEE: CHAI CHAT, Monday, November 27, 2006, 6:30 PM
Well, folks, the votes are in and a sea change is upon us. Yes, yes, the congress has changed, but I'm talking about something far greater. An energized Indian-American voting base with a voice and face that makes a difference in politics. This past midterm election has shown the country that Indian Americans do play a major role in politics, and some pundits have claimed now is the best time for Indian Americans to be heard on the national stage. How can we as Indian Americans foster this newfound momentum? Is the momentum over-hyped? This may be a crucial moment for Indian Americans, so this Chai Chat should not be missed.
DATE: Monday, November 27, 2006
TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: Cosi at 20th and M St. NW
METRO: DuPont Circle (Red Line); Farragut West (Blue/Orange Lines)
INFO / RSVP: political@netsap.org
We hope you can join us!
DINNER CIRCLE: Wednesday, November 29. Dinner: 7:30 - 10:00 pm @ restaurants in Dupont Circle ; Post-dinner Party: 10 pm onwards @ Gazuza.
We hope you can join us for this month's Dinner Circle! It will be the last one of the year and so we're trying something a little different. All groups will meet in Dupont Circle this month. The dinners will start 30 minutes earlier (at 7:30 pm) and, since several of you have requested it, we will host a post-dinner party at Gazuza starting at 10 pm. This will give you a chance to meet up with friends in other groups or from past events. Details follow:
Have you been searching for the opportunity to meet and get to know other South Asian professionals in the Washington DC area? Are you the type that prefers small dinners with friends over raucous nights out at the clubs? Well, then come participate in the last Dinner Circle of 2006. These small group dinners are designed to provide comfortable, intimate settings where young professionals with similar interests can have meaningful conversations and expand their social and professional relationships. The dinners are primarily targeted at those with at least a few years of work experience, but all are welcome to attend.
Here's how it works: This month's Dinner Circle event will take place on Wednesday, November 29 at 7:30 pm at different restaurants in Dupont Circle , Washington DC. Please click on the link below if you'd like to attend and answer a few questions that will help us learn more about you. Once we have the list of all interested participants, we'll divide you up into groups of 6-8 and email each group the specific restaurant at which they should meet. Restaurant assignments will be sent out on Monday, November 27 (2 days prior). Then, just show up ready to be social and enjoy a meal! There is no fee for the event, though you will have to pay for your share of the dinner. And, if you would like, join your Dinner Circle group and friends for a post-dinner party at Gazuza starting at 10 pm.
Our commitment: We'll do our best to maximize the potential of the evening by thoughtfully matching participants with others of similar age, interests, and career stage. We'll also try to pick easily accessible, moderately priced restaurants that make the evening more enjoyable.
Your commitment: First, we ask that you show up to your assigned restaurant promptly at 7:30 pm (that's Eastern Standard Time, not Indian Standard Time!). Second, because these groups are intended to be small, one or two people cancelling at the last minute can really disrupt the dynamic. Thus, we ask that you only sign up for the event if you're 100% sure that you'll be able to attend.
Here's the link: http://www.netsap.kintera.org/dinner. The deadline to sign up is Saturday, November 25 at midnight. If you have any questions or comments, e-mail: dinner@netsap.org.
NetSAP DC: Beginner Level Indian Cooking Class, December 9, 2006, 12:30 PM
Interested in learning the basics of Indian cooking?
NetSAP DCis offering cooking classes this fall that will be perfect for you. The classes will be led by professional cooking instructor Rupen Rao and will be open to groups of 10 people. The classes will offer an overview of the basics of Indian cooking and will teach participants how to prepare a full menu from appetizer to dessert.
Details and registration information are below. We will be offering more classes later this year for those of you who can't attend. Please email president@netsap.org if you have any questions.
DATE: December 9, 2006
TIME: 12:30 PM
LOCATION: 2250 Clarendon Blvd , Apt 1022, Arlington, VA 22201
COST: $10 for Members; $20 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION: This session is sold out but we will offer other classes in the future. Stay tuned to the website and newsletter for details.
QUESTIONS: president@netsap.org
For More Info about the Instructor please visit www.rupenrao.com
SPORTS COMMITTEE: COED NetSAP Indoor Soccer Team
Join the COED NetSAP indoor soccer team. All people with all skill levels welcome to join, even if you haven't really played before - we just want to go out and have some fun. Should be about a $40 entry fee. Email neilashah@gmail.com if you are interested or have questions.
Monday/Tuesdays
December 11, 2006 - February 6, 2007
or
Thursdays
January 4, 2007 - February 27, 2007
SPORTS COMMITTEE: Ski Trip, December 15-17, 2006
Ski/Snowboard Trip - Wintergreen Resort in Charlottesville, Virginia
http://www.wintergreenresort.com
$75 per person/night includes: lift tickets and lodging expenses (4-person condominium w/ kitchen)
--rentals (including lesson) is extra
Please email sports@netsap.org to sign up!
Deadline is NOON on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2006. . |
