Camping 2009 Dates

Folks we are rapidly sorting out the Camping Venue issue. But we would also like to finalize the dates. If anyone has any special preferences for dates please let us know. The possible dates are (in order of my preference are) : 1) June 5-7 (Fri-Sun) 2) June 12-14 (Fri-Sun) …

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14th Jan – one of the happiest day in Gujarat

Yesterday was 14th Jan – “Makar Sankranti” or “Uttraan” as it is called in Gujarat. One of the happiest day for Gujarati people. This is the only Indian Festival which comes according to the english calender. It is always celebrated on 14th Jan. In Gujarat life comes to an stand-still. The roads become empty – as if there is a cerfew – every-body is on the terrace right from the morning to late evening – flying kites – music – enjoying undhyu – having fun ….

A Kite Festival was organised by the gujarati daily ‘Divya Bhaskar’ & Lions Club of Mandvi and the venue was the beautiful Mandvi Beach. It was a great experience. Sharing the same with all Kutchis away from Kutch …..

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Camping 2009 Venues

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Time to start thinking about possible places to consider for Camping 2009. Usually we have to book by Jan to get the popular Camping locations. Hence during the holidays it may make sense for people to browse and put down interesting

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Bethlehem in Santa Clara

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The biblical City of Bethlehem was recreated in the Santa Clara First Baptist Church premises. Actors depicted the events leading to the birth of Jesus. Kalpana posted this event on KV and it looked interesting enough to warrant a visit. I must say it was worth the visit. They

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