Saraswati Puja – 2025

  • 02/15/2025
  • India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031
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Saraswati Puja – 2025

Dear Members of the Community, we are delighted to announce that Maitri is now organizing Saraswati Puja to celebrate the Goddess of wisdom, learning and arts. We warmly invite you and your family to join us in this auspicious celebration. Let’s come together to seek blessing from Goddess Saraswati and enjoy a day filled with devotion, cultural activities and camaraderie.

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025
Venue: India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031
Registration: Family – $50.00  Individual – $25

Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the mesmerizing 1st time Saraswati Puja celebrations! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable experience filled with devotion, culture, and joy.

For further information and updates, stay tuned to our website and follow us on social media. We look forward to celebrating this divine occasion with all of you!. Thank you for your help and support. Puja schedule can be found at the end of this page or in the flyer below!

Saraswati Puja

SIT AND DRAWING COMPETITION!

Hi all! Please see the flyer attached for the sit and draw competition during puja. We will have topics for each of the four categories

  1. Pre-K and Kinder Garden
  2. Elementary
  3. Middle and 
  4. High School

We will provide paper and crayons/pencils to draw with. There will also be prizes for each category. Let’s have fun and Maa Saraswati blessing!

Saraswati Puja

ESSAY WRITING CONTEST!

Calling our young writers!! 
Maitri will be hosting an essay writing contest in celebration of Saraswati Puja for all elementary – college level kids. So, young writers, Grab your pen, spark your imagination and write your way to glory !!!  All the details for the prompts, submission and guidelines are attached in the flyer.

Saraswati Puja BOOK DRIVE!

In the spirit of Saraswati Puja, Maitri will be hosting a book drive during Saraswati Puja on February 15, 2025. We are accepting ‘new’ and ‘like-new’ books. if you do not have any ‘like-new’ books, there is an Amazon Wishlist linked on the flyer where you can purchase books to donate. Bins will be available at the registration desk on February 14 and 15, 2025. All details are in the following flyer.

Schedule:

10:00 - 11:00 India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031

Goddess Saraswati

We humbly seek the divine blessings of Maa Saraswati, the Goddess of wisdom, knowledge, arts, and learning. May her grace remove the darkness of ignorance and fill our lives with light, creativity, and wisdom. On this auspicious occasion, let us bow to the goddess who inspires us to strive for knowledge, embrace learning, and uphold the values of truth and virtue. 🙏 May Maa Saraswati bless us all with wisdom, peace, and prosperity.
11:00 - 12:00 India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031

Hatekhari Ceremony

On the holy occasion of Saraswati Puja, we are delighted to invite you to participate in the Hatekhari Ceremony — an auspicious tradition of introducing children to the world of learning under the blessings of Maa Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom and knowledge. Let’s mark this special moment as little ones take their first steps in education with Maa Saraswati’s divine blessings. May this sacred beginning bring wisdom, success, and prosperity to all. We look forward to your presence and blessings at this special event.
12:00 - 13:00 India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031

Anjali/Blessings for Students

Students and scholars worship her to seek blessings for wisdom, creativity, and success in education and the arts. Anjali: Anjali: Devotees hold flowers and unbroken rice (akshata) in their hands, chant prayers, and then offer them to the goddess. After the mantra chanting, repeat the prayers led by the priest or say your own heartfelt prayers. At the conclusion of the prayers, gently place the flowers and akshata at the feet of the goddess.
13:00 - 14:30 India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031

Prasad Distribution

On the auspicious occasion of Saraswati Puja, we invite you to join us for the Prasad Distribution Ceremony as we seek the blessings of Maa Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom, learning, and arts.Offer the prepared prasad (khichuri, sweets, fruits) to everyone present. Let’s come together as a community to offer our prayers and share the divine Prasad. Your presence will make this sacred event even more special. May Maa Saraswati bless us all with wisdom, knowledge, and peace.
15:00 - 16:00 India House: 8888 W Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77031

Cultural Program

Join us for an evening of music, dance and performing song by talented local artists as we celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our community. Featuring this event promises to be a soulful journey through traditional and contemporary performances. Come and support our local talents, experience the beauty of our culture, and be part of an inspiring celebration of music and community spirit. Let’s keep our traditions alive and create lasting memories together! We look forward to welcoming you!
  • Time : 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
  • Registration Deadline : 02/02/2025 12:00 am

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