BALVIKAS 2007-2008

Dear Friends/Parents
Information about this year BALVIKAS 2007-2008

SRI SATHYA SAI EDUCARE/ EDUCATION IN HUMAN VALUES PROGRAM

Non-religious, Universal, Value-based Education

FREE PROGRAM

Open to Everyone

For the children of age group 5-15 yrs

Organized By:

Sri Satya Sai Baba Centre of Saskatoon

Love All Serve All

Help ever Hurt never

The word Education comes from the Latin root word "Educare" which means "to elicit" or "to draw out". Thus, the main aim of this program is to develop and nurture the spiritual and moral values in the child that help to unfold the inherent "Divinity" and let it blossom in all directions to the best of its ability.

This educational movement was launched by Sri Sathya Sai Baba to blossom today’s children into citizens and leaders of tomorrow. Founded in 1969 it has grown into an international movement. It trains children from the age of 5 to the age of 15. It complements the school education. The primary objective of this program is to develop character based on Love, Peace, Non-violence, Truth and Right Conduct.

Sathya Sai Baba asserts that the purpose of education is not for the acquisition of knowledge or material possessions, but first and foremost for moral character development and service to humanity. Before academic and scientific knowledge can be of use to the individual, the basic human values of truth, right action, love, non-violence and peace must be inculcated from a young age. Only then can the worldly knowledge gained through education be of positive, constructive use to the individual and society.

Broad outline of the curriculum includes:

• Teaching and practising Human values
• Stories from all culture and heritage, Stories from other religions and religious leaders, emphasizing the underlying unity of all religions e.g., Christianity, Buddhism, First Nation’s Spirituality, Judaism, Sikhism, Islam and Hinduism,
• Importance and Inner significance of various festivals,
• Value Songs
• Silent Sitting
• Group Activities e.g., Role-play, value games, debates etc.

Classes start from Sept. 8^th, 2007.

Time: Every Saturday

1½ hrs: 2.30PM to 4.30PM

Venue: Presbyterian Church

925 Mckercher Drive

For further details about registration please email at sssbcentre.saskatoon@ yahoo.ca / baluvalar@yahoo.ca

Or contact the following persons

Umashankar, Das -373-6105(H), 966-6358(Off)

Valarmathi Balakrishnan – 477-1717

Kumudini Lakshman – 374-1413

Ranganathan, Ranga – 244-1568

Eshwari Selvaraj -955 -0467

This year "DYANAMIC VALUE PARENTING" course will be given along with the Balvikas classes at the same time, same venue, every saturday. This course is strongly suggested for all parents registering their children. This class is a good "HUMAN VALUES" experience for all youth and adults. This practical training enables everyone to understand and practise human values of truth, right action, love, peace and non-violence. Gurus Ranga and Lakshman will be teaching this course. For further details contact Ranga at 244-1568.

Regards,

Venkat.

Canadian open International 2007

Dear friends

Canadian Open Badminton Championships

World class badminton is coming to Saskatoon this fall with the Canadian Open, a major international event sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation, Pan-Am Badminton Federation and Badminton Canada. The Canadian Open is part of the World Badminton Federation’s International Challenge Series and participants will be competing for prize money totaling $15,000 USD and qualification points for the 2008 Summer Olympics.

The tournament includes draws for both men and women in singles, doubles and mixed doubles events. Preliminary qualifying rounds for all events will take place on Monday September 3rd and Tuesday September 4th. The main event draws begin on Wednesday September 5th, with quarter final rounds taking place on Thursday September 6th, semi final rounds on Friday September 7th, and all finals being played on Saturday September 8th.

Volunteer positions available for driving, looking after the venue, working at the draw desk, etc. Volunteers who work more than 12 hours will get an event pass for free.

For more information visit www.saskbadminton.ca/co or contact c.loi@usask.ca for details.

Regards
Venkat.

Folk festival

Dear friends,

FOLKFEST 2007

AUGUST 16, 17, & 18!
Saskatoon Saskatchewan

Your Passport To The World

For three days every year Saskatoon comes alive with the sights, sounds and tastes of Saskatchewan's nationally recognized cultural heritage! Come visit each pavilion and discover the unique traditions of other countries.

Marvel at the timeless art of skilled craftsmen. Shop for unique souveniers and gifts. Catch the exuberance of spectacular folk dancers talented singers and musicians. Learn new skills from volunteer demonstrations. Savor the exquisite tastes of authentic cuisine
from around the world.

for further details visit http://www.saskatoon.com/folkfest/

India pavillion needs volunteers during folk festival
Timings for all 3 days:
For food services :4.30 pm - 8.30 pm & 8.30 pm - 12.00 am
Passport and booking stall : 4.30 pm - 8.30 pm & 8.30 pm - 12.00 am


Please contact Ashok Jadhav as early as possible for further details asj300@mail.usask.ca ; ph : 477-2714.


Regards
Venkat.

Independance Day Celebration 2007

Dear Friends,

India student`s Association is Celebrating India`s 61st Independance Day on wednesday 15th august 2007 at Souris Hall, University High rises. ISA cordially invites everyone to attend the function. Please see the below attachment for further details. Also visit ISA website http://isa.uofs.googlepages.com


Regards
Venkat.