Author: Utpalasia
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Maha Shivaratri
Kathmandu is expecting over 1.1 devotees to throng Pashupatinath Temple on March 7, 2016 for Maha Shivaratri, one of the most important Hindu festivals, which celebrates the marriage of Lord Shiva with goddess Parvati. People observe a fast and perform six rituals for purification and to show their virtue. Vigils are held on the temple…
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Kites of Asia
Gather your family and friends and join us for Kites of Asia, a day of free family programs at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum, including (of course!) amazing kites, Himalayan dance and music, performances, mask making, and more! Grab the kids for an unforgettable day of entertainment and discovery from 10:30 am to…
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Visaic’s New EP Released!
The New Year is off to a great start: We’re just thrilled to be announcing the debut release of our own artist-in-residence, Visaic, today. Check out his album and collection of singles on https://visaic.bandcamp.com/, https://soundcloud.com/visaic, and https://goo.gl/9hak6L and more. We happen to think his original cover art is pretty amazing too. Congrats, V!
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Happy New Year 2016!
To all our friends, students, fellow artists, and their families both here and abroad – best wishes for a happy, healthy, prosperous, and dynamic New Year from all of us at Utpalasia! We look forward to sharing another year of cultural exchange, artistic development, and fruitful collaboration with you.