Holi Activities for Kids: 5 Simple Ways to Celebrate Holi Without Color Powder
Whether you’re a parent planning something meaningful at home, or a teacher organizing a classroom celebration, there are so many joyful, educational, and creative ways to introduce children to Holi.
Parenting Hacks: Keeping Your Kids Entertained At Weddings
Summer is here and that means wedding season is in full effect. Attending a South Asian wedding is hands-down one of my favorite experiences. They’re filled with love, beautiful traditions, vibrant colors, music and dance! However, when you have children in tow, ensuring they stay entertained throughout the festivities can be a challenge. Plus, if […]
Celebrate National Puzzle Day with family
Today is National Puzzle Day. Every year it is celebrated on January 29th. Puzzles can be fun and therapeutic at the same time. They allow you to exercise your brain, which is just one of the many benefits of puzzles. Puzzles come in many different forms, whether it’s a crossword, jigsaw, trivia, word searches, brain […]
5 tips on Hosting a Diwali Party
Diwali is a time to celebrate with family and friends. On Diwali day, families wear their finest new clothes, illuminate their homes with lights, eat elaborate meals, and perform religious rituals. This year, Diwali is on October 24, 2022. This is the first year where we are re-emerging from the pandemic and planning celebrations. If you are […]
Rangoli
What is Rangoli? Rangoli is an art form originating in India. It is a type of decoration drawn on the ground or sidewalk in front of a home. Rangoli is thought to bring good luck, prosperity on the house and the family, and to welcome guest. Rangoli has a purpose to “enlighten” or welcome Hindu […]
Bridal Mehndi – Henna
Mehndi, otherwise known as henna, is an ancient form of body art, that originated in India and across South Asia and the Middle East. Mehndi is a paste or dye made from the Lawsonia inermis, the henna plant, and is associated with good luck. The darkness of the mehndi color on a bride’s hand represents […]