Events for week 16th- 22nd May; 2005:
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19th May (Thursday): Autorickshaw with George Koller & Lotus
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Juno-nominated autorickshaw perform their distinctive blend of
Indian classical and cool jazz with acclaimed musicians George
Koller & Lotus.
Venue: Lula Lounge; 1585 Dundas St. West
Timing: 9pm Onwards
Price: $15 Concert and $45 Series
Tickets: 416.588.0307
Presented by: Small World Music

20th May (Friday): Miss India Worldwide Canada
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Beauty – Confidence – Talent.
Join hosts Divya Kumar and Tricia Bhim as the best of the best
compete in Canada's number one pageant for the Canadian Crown of the
Miss India Worldwide Pageant. Join in the festivities and cheer your
favorites contestant on as they compete in the areas of Indian Wear,
Evening Wear, Talent and Q & A. Enjoy an elegant dinner, live music
and entertainment, and celebrate a rare display of beauty and
captivating talent.
Venue: Payal Banquet Halls, Mississauga, ON Timing: 6pm Onwards
Price: $75 & VIP (incl. dinner) Tickets: 905.457.0087
Presented by: Divya Kumar and Tricia Bhim

21st May (Saturday): JEEST
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An enchanting evening of Ghazals and Qawaalis by poet and ghazal
artist Shabnam Begum, followed by dinner. Known for her graceful and
melodic style, join Shabnam Begum on a captivating musical journey
accompanied by the tabla, flute, harmonium and dholak.
Venue: Haandi Restaurant on Gerrard Street Timing: 8:30pm- 1:30am
Price: $20(Including Dinner)
Contact: Shaheen- 416.910.8305 or

22nd May (Sunday): Into to Ashtanga Yoga with Roxy
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Ashtanga Yoga is a gentle practice that links asanasas (posture), to
breath and drishti (gaze), helping to detoxify the body and nervous
system. This beginner's class is for everyone.
Venue: Roots Store, 100 Bloor St. West Timing: 9 –10:30 am
Price: FREE Presented by: Roots

22nd May (Sunday): Shanu & Karim's annual Spring Event
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An exclusive and intimate night club/lounge event for the selective
few. Spend the Victoria Day week-end at the exclusive Century Room
and meet other South Asian urban professionals in an elegant and
cozy setting. Featuring a special guest DJ spinning House, Rn'B and
80's retro, and the gorgeous fashions of Canadian up and coming
South Asian fashion duo KAVI KAVI. Valet parking and Table & Bottle
Service Reservations available upon request.
Venue: Century Room 580 King St. West
Timing: 9:30pm Onwards
Price: $15
Presented by: Shanu & Karim

19th May (Thursday): HANGAMA! Volunteer/Crew Information Session
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Join us to find out more about opportunities available to volunteer
for HANGAMA! Street Celebration, the Grand Finale of the South Asian Heritage Festival.
Location: Metro Hall, Room 308, Toronto Timings: 6:30-8pm
Positions available include: Stage Managers, Stage Hands/Runners,
Artist Security, Hospitality, Setup & Tear Down Team, Décor Team,
Drivers, Children's Area Supervisor, Ushers, Maintenance, Fashion
Show Models, Face Painting, Carpenters.
If you are unable to attend but are still interested, please email