“Aging is not ‘lost youth’ but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”
PRESIDENT’S REPORT # 100 & 101 - Mukund Mehta
Dear Friends:
The following are brief reports of the Zoom meetings held on Thursday, July 22 and Saturday, July 24, 2021. The meetings were anchored by Niranjan Patel, Secretary, and Pankaj Parikh, VP, respectively, and hosted by Jagdish Patel, VP -PR. The Proceedings of the meetings were recorded and will be placed on YouTube. Thanks to all.
Thanks to Bank of Baroda as a Grand Benefactor for Silver Jubilee Celebrations 2021-2022. Also thanks to our member Mr. Ashok Sheth for liaising with the Bank.
1. THE JULY 22nd MEETING:
The meeting started with a prayer by Mr. & Mrs. Pankajbhai & Diptiben Devashreye.
President welcomed members and briefed about today’s program.
(i) Mr. Jigar Rana’s Presentation:
Mr. Jigar Rana (profile attached), Executive Director, Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Ahemedabad, gave a presentation on Magaj Ni Musafari (મગજની મુસાફરી) – Red to Green Zone via Orange Zone. We are thankful to Mr. Sudhirbhai Vaishnav, Executive Director of Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, U.S., for introducing Mr. Rana to us.
Mr. Rana kicked off the subject by referring to Indian Government’s Covid classification into three zones, viz., 1. Green Zone meaning everything is safe showing signs of positivity, 2. Orange Zone meaning some potential problems, and 3. Red Zone meaning quarantine and infectious areas showing signs of negativity.
Similarly, our Magaj – मगज analyzes each event into the three zones. In this connection, citing the theory of cockroaches, he explained the reaction when a cockroach jumped on a sari of a lady customer who screamed (red zone), then the cockroach jumped on a sari of another lady customer who also screamed (red zone), so on and so forth, creating the atmosphere of negativity and confusion. Thereafter, the cockroach jumped on a shirt of a waiter who caught it quietly and threw it out without any commotion (green zone) reflecting a sign of positivity. Thus, he illustrated the “mindset” or “understanding” of the ladies and the waiter while dealing with a situation.
Mr. Rana attributed the epic battle of Mahabharat on the mindset of Pandavas (green zone of positivity) and Kauravas (red zone of negativity reflecting personal selfish interest.)
Most of the time we live in an orange zone. However, it’s a human nature of a person to think that he is right and the other person is wrong. This attitude in a day to day life puts him initially in a red zone, e.g., getting delayed and feeling restless while driving in a jammed traffic or waiting for an elevator. However, once he comes to know the underlying reason for the delay, his mindset switches from red zone to orange zone to green zone. Therefore, it’s up to a person to make a choice whether to keep Magaj – मगज in a red zone, orange zone or green zone in each situation.
A person will generally stay in an orange zone instead of in a red zone if he tries to understand the other person’s situation. Therefore, never try to be judgmental about others. Regarding uniqueness, a person is a product of the environment in which he grew up. Sometimes, people constantly blame the government reflecting negative mindset (red zone). If they ever happen to step in the government’s shoes, they realize how difficult it is to manage. On the other hand, Johnny Lever, despite difficult childhood life, had positive mindset (green zone) and starred as an Indian actor and comedian.
Most of the time, we live in an orange zone and should strive towards green zone by controlling our mind. Viewers appreciated Mr. Rana’s an hour and a half thought-provoking lecture.
(ii) Musical Program:
Mr. Pritesh Barot from Baroda, a versatile singer entertained for an hour and a half with Bollywood songs and Gujarati Geets. The program was arranged through our member Suhagben Mehta who has provided talented singers to our Center from time to time. She is a recipient of the well known Kashi award for best national event organizer in the U.S., U.K. and India. She is a pioneer of the Lord Ganesh festival in New York and President of SAWAO which provides interesting programs to our community. Thanks Suhagben for providing selfless services.
Mr. Barot’s series of songs included Hosh Walon Ko Khabar Kya, So Gaya Yeh Jahan, Ek Ajnabi Haseena Se, Kiska Rasta Dekha Ae Dil, Phoolon Ke Rang Se, Koi Fariyad Tere Dil Me, Jaaneman Jaaneman, Dikro Maro Ladakvayo, Chand Si Mehbooba, Tere Mere Sapne Ab Ek Rang Hain, Mera Pyaar Bhi Tu Hai, Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera, Nayan Ne Bandh Rakni Ne, among others.
Viewers applauded Mr. Barot’s melodious voice and selection of songs.
(iii) Contributions:
Janmashtami :
Gold Sponsor:
Arvindbhai & Illaben Vora $1,001
Co-Sponsor:
Hiraben Himatlal Modi 251
Well-Wisher:
Pankaj & Diptiben Devashreye 151
(iv) Pankajbhai Parikh, VP, provided details of the Housie on 7/24, picnic on 8/1, and Janmashtami festival starting 8/12/21.
(v) Dr. Narendra Bhalodkar announced about Guru Purnima and invited viewers to attend the Guru Tatva program on July 23rd from 10:45am to 1:00pm.
A Vote of Thanks by Pankaj Devashreye.
3. The Computer Class:
Prof Rajasekhar Vangapaty is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Computer Technology Course for Senior Members
Time: This is a recurring meeting 7/25/21 at 3:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://indiahome.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 981 1412 6485
Passcode: 84963
number: https://indiahome.
4. The Yoga Class:
NO CLASSES ON TUESDAYS.
Yoga class is going in full swing on Zoom. The next class is on Friday, July 30, 2021.For your queries, please contact her at rdharia78@yahoo.com or by text at 917 435 1890.
ID: 715 3405 1087
Password: 6789
5. The Arts Class:
India Home has extended an invitation to our members to join the arts, creative writing, cooking, crafts and technology classes. Please contact Mrs. Kavita Shah, Creative Aging Director, at 917 825 1559 for the Zoom link as well as for new educational and informative events. For additional programs, you may visit the following link:
https://indiahome.zoom.us/j/
7280154731?pwd= d1preTlFMng5NXBQdFlKVjVqenh5Zz 09 Meeting ID: 728 015 4731
Passcode: 2007
6. Future Programs:
Niranjan Patel, Secretary, provided details of future programs.
Please note the ID and Password for the programs (i) through (ix).ID: 516 607 5252
Password: 5252
(i) Housie Game:
A Housie game is planned on Saturday, July 24, 2021 from 3pm to 5pm.
(ii) Musical Program:
A music program by singer Deepak Kumar from India is planned on Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 12:00pm to 1:30pm (arranged through Hemantbhai Shah).
(iii) Picnic:
A picnic is planned on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Details forwarded on WhatsApp.
(iv) Dr. Sandip Sheth:
Psychiatrist Dr. Sandip Sheth’s presentation is planned on Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 10:30am to 12:00pm.
Thereafter, a musical program by singer Meena Trivedy, London, U.K., is planned from 12:00pm to 1:30pm (arranged through Bharatbhai Goradia).
(v) Janmashtami Mahotsav:
Janmashtami Mahotsav Celebration is planned for four Thursdays, August 12, 19, 26 and September 2, and four Saturdays August 14, 21, 28 and September 4, 2021. Details to follow.
(vi) Mrs. Purnima Desai:
A presentation by Mrs. Purnima Desai, Certified Master REIKI Healer on REIKI- A Sacred Science, is planned on Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 10:30am to 12:00pm.
(vii) Diwali:
Diwali celebration is planned on Saturday, October 30, 2021. Details to follow.
(viii) Christmas:
Christmas celebration is planned on Saturday, December 18, 2021.
Details to follow.
(ix) Vishnu Sahasranam:
As advised earlier, Dr. Narendra Bhalodkar’s program on Vishnu Sahsranam is on every Monday from 9:45am to 11:45am/12:00pm. His next program will be on Monday, July 26, 2021.(x) Bhajan Sandhya:
Spiritual Development Center (Adhyatmik Vikas Kendra) organizes Bhajan Sandhya every Friday from 8:30pm to 10:30pm. For information, pl contact Paragbhai Patel, President, at 646 496 7748.
ID 127 918 441
Password 1975
(xi) Adhytmic Vikas Kendra (AVK)
AVK’s picnic is planned on Sunday, July 25, 2021 from 10am to 7pm at Valley Stream State Park, Long Island, NY. Pl contact Paragbhai Patel, President, 646 496 7748.
(xii) Ganesh Utsav:
A Curtain Raiser & Press Conference of 4th biggest Ganesh Utsav is planned on Friday, July 23, 2021. A flyer is attached.
(xiii) VTNY SCC:
A musical program and dinner are planned on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 5pm. A flyer is attached.
(xiv) Jain Senior Group (JSG):
JSG has planned a picnic on Sunday, July 25, 2021 from 12 noon
to 7pm.
(xv) Music Program:
Parikh Geetmala has a musical program planned on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 10:30am.
(xvi) GSNY:
GSNY has planned an Appreciation Dinner is planned on Saturday, July 31, 2021. A flyer is attached.
(xvii) VTNY/SCC of VTNY:
A picnic is planned on Saturday , August 7, 2021 from 10am to 6pm. A flyer is attached.
(xviii) IDP USA:
IDP USA has planned 10th India Day Parade on Sunday, August 8, 2021. A flyer is attached.
(xix) GSNY/VTNY/F-BIMA:
A 75th Happy India Independence Day is planned on Sunday, August 15, 2021 from 10am to 1pm (a flyer is attached).
3. THE JULY 24th HOUSIE MEETING:
(i) The Housie Game:
The Housie meeting started with a prayer by Mrs. Smitaben Mehta.
Pankaj Parikh, VP, assisted by Niranjan Patel, Secretary, conducted the game. Jagadish Patel, VP-PR hosted the event.
In his welcome address, President wished good luck to Housie players in the third game of a total of five games. He provided details of the Share & Care program starting at 7:45pm this evening.
There were three prizes ($60, $40 and $20) each for the 1st line, 2nd line, 3rd line and four corners, and four prizes ($200, $150, $100 and $50) for the full Housie.
About 47 participants enjoyed the game. Congratulations to winners whose names will be placed on WhatsApp. The next two Housie games are scheduled in September/October.
(ii) Contributions:
Janmashtami:
Gold Sponsor :
Drs. Virendra & Nalini Juthani $1,001
Co-Sponsor:
Ajit & Shailaben Marfatia 251
Well Wisher:
Pulin & Jayshreeben Bhatt 101
(iii) New Member:
We welcome a new member Jagruti Shah.
A Vote of Thanks by Jagdish Patel, VP-PR.
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