Utpalasia was proud to be a part of the 33rd Annual UMW Multicultural Festival on Saturday. Although the rain drove performances inside, audiences were ready to enjoy Bollywood and Kathak fusion songs along with an Aamaachori – ‘mother and daughter’ – traditional Himalayan folk number. Special thanks to @tasherit.sturmdahal and our partner organization @amindforchange for… Continue reading Cultural Festival 2023
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Outreach Saturday
Join us July 9, 2022 as we explore traditional music from Southeast Asia. See live demonstrations of Himalayan instruments, learn about scales and beat cycles, discover how music shapes dance forms, and see a variety of dance demos from India and Nepal. The event is free and includes an interactive mini-workshop in folk dance. Location:… Continue reading Outreach Saturday
UMW Festival
Thanks to all who turned out for the University of Mary Washington’s Multicultural Festival. After a hiatus of two years, we were eager to hit the stage again and audience enthusiasm was as energetic as the dance performances!
Himalayan Vintage & Designer Art
Summer has arrived with a big blast of heat. Some of us are out and about in our jobs, others are working online, and many are still sheltering safely at home. While we are all navigating the ‘new normal’, one thing to keep in mind is self-care. Do good things – eat better, exercise more… Continue reading Himalayan Vintage & Designer Art
Multicultural Festival 2019
Bring the family for an incredible day of fun, food, and entertainment as the University of Mary Washington presents its 2019 Multicultural Festival, rain or shine. Shop with hundreds of vendors from around the world, watch diverse music performances, eat delicious specialties, and participate in free workshops for all ages. Kids have a dedicated activity… Continue reading Multicultural Festival 2019
Spring Performances
Spring is a wonderful time to get motivated, energized, and ready to hit the outdoors and the warmer weather. Bring the family and enjoy performances and workshops in Kathak, Bollywood, and Himalayan folk dance at one of our many events. Next up – UMW’s Multicultural Festival on April 13. Mark your calendars now!
Happy Tibetan New Year!
Joy, luck, and prosperity await us as we enter into Tibetan Losar and the Year of the Earth Pig. Originally, Losar was a festival that celebrated the good fortune of a fruitful harvest, but over time, as Buddhism seeped into Tibetan culture, the holiday took on a different meaning. Tibetans will celebrate Losar for two… Continue reading Happy Tibetan New Year!
Valentine’s Day
Need to find that unique piece for someone you love? Check out our shop at http://bit.ly/YakYakYakNepal and take advantage of our Valentine’s Day sale, which includes stunning vintage pieces, updated traditional styles, bold and chic eye-catching wearable art, and more! Vintage Tibetan Sterling Silver Fish Earrings
Yak Yak Yak Nepal on Etsy
The holidays are just around the corner, and we hope you’ll visit our shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/YakYakYakNepal?ref=shop_sugg on Etsy to discover unusual and rare vintage finds in the Buddhist and Hindu traditions, such as earrings, rings, cuffs, and more! Our custom design series is a new expression of traditional styles worn in the Himalayas. Each piece is… Continue reading Yak Yak Yak Nepal on Etsy
Happy Kukur Puja!
Hinduism’s second most beloved festival – Tihar – is in its second day, celebrating Kukur Puja, during which furry friends are garlanded with flowers, given tika, and offered special treats. Dogs have long been seen as man’s faithful companion, and so this holiday honors and worships them. Devotees take holy baths and light yamadeep… Continue reading Happy Kukur Puja!