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NetSAP DC Weekly News | December 5, 2006


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SALTAF: Please complete a brief  evaluation of this year’s Festival.

BUSINESS CARD EXCHANGE: December 6, 2006. 6:30 PM

NETWORKING COMMITTEE:   Networking Night to Support World AIDS Day, December 7, 6:30 PM

COOKING CLASS: NetSAP DC Beginner Level Cooking Class, December 9, 2006, 12:30 PM

BOOK CLUB: Shashi Tharoor, The Great Indian Novel, December 14, 2006, 6:30 PM


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CALENDAR: Check out the NetSAP Calendar for the latest details on upcoming events! Follow this link to go to the Calendar.

(1)  Book Reading & Signing: Kavita Khanna, December 10, 2006

(2)    SABA DC: 2006 Holiday Gala, December 15, 2006, 9:00 PM



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.

 

BUSINESS CARD EXCHANGE: Wednesday, December 6, 2006. 6:30 PM


Location: JW Marriott Hotel, 1331 Lounge
Metro:
Metro Center (Red, Orange, Blue Lines); Federal Triangle ( Orange, Blue Lines)

This month’s BCX targets both working professionals and graduate students.

 

Professionals:
Are you thinking about going back to school? Are you evaluating top local programs, but would like to talk to current students about their experiences? Looking to recruit fresh graduates to your company?

Students:
Are you looking to secure a full tim
e or summer position with a top company in the area? Can you speak to the pros and cons of your program with prospective students?

December's Business Card Exchange will be the perfect opportunity for you to interact with area students and professionals in a casual, informal setting. Please RSVP with the name of your company or graduate program at:
http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/netsapdcpresident@gmail.com/bcx2

For questions, please email liaison@netsap.org

 

NETWORKING COMMITTEE:   Networking Night to Support World AIDS Day, December 7, 6:30 PM

 

The DC Chapters of

SAATHII  (Solidarity & Action Against the HIV Infection in India)*

and

NetSAP (Network of South Asian Professionals)

 

proudly bring you a very special NETWORKING NIGHT in recognition of

WORLD AIDS DAY

 

When:  Thursday, December 7th, 6:30 - 9:30PM 

Where: K Street Lounge

1301 K St NW - Washington, DC

Admission:  $5

Drink Specials:  TBD

 

*SAATHII is an organization based in India working to strengthen treatment and prevention services in India India is now considered to have the largest population worldwide living with HIV; an estimated 5.2 million in 2005.  

 

So, put on something RED and come out and support this great cause!

 

Email networking@netsap.org with any questions!

 

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

 

BOOK CLUB: Shashi Tharoor, The Great Indian Novel, December 14, 2006, 6:30 PM

 

Details about this month’s meeting and other information can be found by joining the listserve at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/netsap-books or by visiting the NetSAP Events Calendar.  Additional information about this month’s Book Club meeting will be available soon.

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Please note that the events below are listed as a service to our members. The views expressed in the following activities and by the groups listed below are not shared or endorsed by NetSAP DC.For Additional Details About These Events, Please Visit our Online Calendar a
t www.netsap.org.

(1)   Book Reading & Signing: Kavita Khanna, December 10, 2006

 

Saturday Morning Omelettes, by Kavita Khanna
========================================
Now available on Amazon.com
A fast-paced, modern day saga about Indian life, Hindu mythology, and one young couple's nightmare with American consumerism

"Without question readers will enjoy this modern story with its roots deep in the past."
- Ellen Tanner Marsh, NYT Bestselling Author
"Beautiful novel, sparkling new voice in fiction"
- Pranay Gupte, reader
"Excellent Book...A Fantastic Read"
- Amazon reader reviews
"A mix of colorful ingredients"
- Amazon reader review
"Anyone who picks this book up will not be able to put it down"
- Neeru Pathepuram , reader
"A must read contemporary epic..."
- Nupur Kapoor, reader

MEET THE AUTHOR
==================
Book Reading and Signing
Sunday December 10, 3:00 pm
at CHOPRA RESIDENCE
13316 Scotch Run Court, Centreville, VA 20120
(Refreshments will be served)
Please RSVP to Nidhi Singh at nidhi06@gmail.com by December 5.

 

(2)  SABA DC: 2006 Holiday Gala, December 15, 2006, 9:00 PM

 

Happy Holidays from SABA-DC! Please join us on Friday, December 15th for SABA-DC's 2006 Holiday Gala. The Gala will be held at the Atrium at Bobby Van's Grill and will feature an open bar and a dessert bar.

Cost: Pre-registration (by December 12): $10 for members; $20 for non-members.
At the door: $25 for everyone.
Attire: Semi-Formal/Ethnic

 

More Info: http://www.ersvp.com/reply/holiday2006

Location Details

Atrium at Bobby Van's Grill
1201 New York Ave, NW
Washington DC

Do you have ideas, suggestions or questions? E-mail:  info@netsap.org





 



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