Hindus are upset over “inappropriate” portrayal of Hindu goddess Kali in a mural at Brooklyn Museum, New York, NY. This 60-foot mixed-media goddess Kali wall mural is part of recently opened “Eyes of Time” exhibition at Brooklyn Museum which is scheduled till July 12. It shows Kali with three legs, three breasts and six arms. Its face is a clock …
A Kwanzaa Celebration of Family, Community & Culture at Yonkers Riverfront Library
YONKERS, NY — December 2, 2014 — Yonkers Riverfront Library will host a special event sponsored by the Yonkers African American Heritage Committee, along with the Yonkers Family YMCA, the Riverfront Children’s Department and Sister to Sister International. All community members, families and children are invited for a fun afternoon of Kwanzaa Celebration, featuring spoken word performances, workshops, African Drumming, …
Actor Joe Mantegna to Produce Biographical Movie About the Life of Saint Padre Pio
YONKERS, NY — December 2, 2014 — The Saint Pio Foundation has announced that a biographical film on the life of Saint Padre Pio is in the works. The film will be produced by American Actor Joe Mantegna and his long time producing Partner Danny Ramm through their company Acquaviva Productions, for theatrical release. Shot in English, filmed on location in …
HOUSES OF WORSHIP: Chabad of Westchester County Announces Mega Challah Bake
Over 180 Women Will Join to Bake Challah and Promote Jewish Unity WHITE PLAINS, NY – October 26, 2014 — In what promises to be a night of formed friendships, fostered unity and whetted appetites, Chabad of Westchester County proudly presents the Mega Challah Bake. The event, to be held Thursday, November 6th, at the White Plains Women’s Club, brings …
Happy Diwali Greetings to Those in Yonkers, Westchester County, and the World Practicing the Hindu, Jain, and Sikh Faiths
Diwali is one of the biggest festival of those who cling to the Hindu, Jain and Sikh faiths. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and happiness in India. The festival is celebrated for five continuous days, where the third day is celebrated as the main Diwali festival or ‘Festival of lights’. Different colorful varieties of fireworks are always associated with …
HOUSE OF WORSHIP: Westchester Community for Humanstic Judaism
WHITE PLAINS, NY — October 3, 2014 — The Westchester Community for Humanistic Judaism invites the community to a celebration of Sukkot on Saturday, October 11th at 2:30 PM at the Community Unitarian Church, 468 Rosedale Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605. Rabbi Frank Tamburello will lead an interactive service including decorating the Sukkot shelter, story telling, songs, and hospitality. Part …
Blessing of the Animals Scheduled for October 5th at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Mamaroneck
MAMARONECK, NY — SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 — St. Thomas Episcopal Church will hold its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 5th, at 2 pm. This event is open to the community, and all types of animals are welcome. The blessing takes place at the labyrinth that is located to the left of the church as you enter the …