BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//IAALV - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:IAALV X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://iaalv.org/wp X-WR-CALDESC:Events for IAALV REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T200000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20240906T233929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T233930Z UID:1698-1731164400-1731182400@iaalv.org SUMMARY:IAALV Diwali 2024 DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our very popular event and stay tuned for further details! URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/iaalv-diwali-2024-2/ LOCATION:Springhouse Middle School\, 1200 Springhouse Rd\, Allentown\, PA\, 18104\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T203000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20241006T025004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T121909Z UID:1705-1731164400-1731184200@iaalv.org SUMMARY:🎆 IAALV Diwali 2024 🎆 DESCRIPTION:✨Celebrate Diwali with the IAALV Family! ✨The Indian American Association of Lehigh Valley (IAALV)  invites you and your loved ones to a joyous evening of celebration\, light\, and culture as we come together for our annual IAALV Diwali Celebration 2024\, the Lehigh Valley’s most happening cultural event! We hope you will join us for this wonderful celebration! This event is open to everyone—bring your family\, friends\, and neighbors! Dress in your festive best and join us for a night to remember.Enjoy an evening of festivities\, food\, and fun as we light up the night in celebration of Diwali\, the festival of lights.Let’s make this Diwali celebration the brightest one yet! #IAALVDiwali24 #Diwalinthevalley #LehighValleyPA#festivaloflights\n \n\n\n\n\n\nDate: November 9\, 2024 \n\n\n\nLocation Address : Springhouse Middle School. 1200 Springhouse Road\, Allentown\, PA 18104 \n\n\n\nTime: 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM \n\n\n\n\nProgram Schedule\n\n\n\n2-3 pm : Socialization and snacks\n\n\n\n3pm- 7pm: Cultural program\n\n\n\n7-8:30: Indian Dinner\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Diwali celebration will feature:Festive decorations and ambianceTraditional and Bollywood style dance performancesMelodious musical performancesDelicious Indian foodFun activities for the whole family \n \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Early bird tickets are now available at a discounted price until October 20\, 2024. Click here to get them now!! https://buy.tututix.com/iaalv \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird October (till 20\, 2024) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult (over 15) $35.00 per person \n\n\n\nChild (5-15) $20.00 per child  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter October 20\, 2024 \n\n\n\nAdult (over 15) $40.00 per person \n\n\n\nChild (5 to15) $25.00 per child \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information: \n\n\n\n\nThe event is open to the public.\n\n\n\nParking is available on site.\n\n\n\nPlease note that tickets are non-refundable. URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/%f0%9f%8e%86-iaalv-diwali-2024-%f0%9f%8e%86/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://iaalv.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PHOTO-2024-10-05-12-13-35-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T130000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20250121T030705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T030706Z UID:1738-1737889200-1737896400@iaalv.org SUMMARY:Indian Republic Day Celebration 2025 DESCRIPTION: IAALV is excited to invite you and your family to our Indian Republic Day Celebrations\, where we will honor the spirit of India and the values that unite us as a community. Please see the flyer for details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: January 26\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 11 AM to 1 PM \n\n\n\nVenue:  \n\n\n\nAlumane Hall\, Cedar Crest College Address: 100 College Dr\, Allentown\, PA 18103 \n\n\n\nhttps://g.co/kgs/ttfxdqp \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\n\n\n\nSinging of both National Anthems \n\n\n\nSpeech on Republic Day \n\n\n\nCultural music and Dance performances\n\n\n\n Special Republic Day speech by Nitin Laud\n\n\n\nAnathakshari and Filmy Quiz\n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be provided URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/indian-republic-day-celebration-2025/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T143000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20250221T022727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T022728Z UID:1757-1745060400-1745073000@iaalv.org SUMMARY:Proposed Event Dates for 2025 DESCRIPTION:IAALV Proposed Calendar of Events 2025\n\n\n\nHoli -April 19 ( rain date 26)Summer Picnic – July 12 / 19Independence Day flag hoisting at Allentown City Hall – August 15⁠Foods of India -September 13Artquest India Event – September – date to be announcedDiwali – October 18 / 25*Please note – venue and other details will be published closer to the event dates so watch out this space for more information URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/proposed-event-dates-for-2025/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T143000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20250311T203304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T203305Z UID:1761-1745060400-1745073000@iaalv.org SUMMARY:Rangeela '25 DESCRIPTION:Holi kab hai? Kab hai holi? 😉 \n\n\n\nSave the date for Lehigh Valley’s favorite spring outdoor event and stay tuned for further details! URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/rangeela-25/ LOCATION:Grange Park\, 360 Grange Rd\, Allentown\, PA\, 18104\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="IAALV":MAILTO:info@iaalv.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T143000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20250404T230203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T230205Z UID:1772-1745060400-1745073000@iaalv.org SUMMARY:IAALV Rangeela '25 DESCRIPTION:At: Grange Park Pavilion #1 and #2\, 360 Grange Road\, Allentown\, PA 18106 \n\n\n\nIt’s time for Lehigh Valley’s favorite spring outdoor event. Let’s immerse in the festivities of colors that bring joy around the valley. “Holi”\, a celebration of the end of winter and the beginning of spring. The celebration of IAALV Holi in the Lehigh Valley originated in year 2016 with increased participation and success every year. An absolute favorite event among kids too! Come\, experience the fun and frolic yourself. Bring along friends and family too. See you soon!! \nVolunteers needed: \nIAALV is looking for volunteer photographers to capture the vibrant colors\, joyful moments\, and festive spirit of our Holi Celebration! Mail us at – president@iaalv.org to volunteer \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring:Smile and enthusiasm. We provide non toxic organic colors : Gratitude to JEI Learning Center of Trexlertown for Sponsoring them in abundance!!We recommend you wear white outfit so that the colors pop \nSome discipline: Keep our surroundings green and clean. If you see any garbage please drop it to the nearest trash bin. A little bit of effort helps for a sustainable and clean environment!! \nKids:Have a blast in the playground but play safe and be respectful to other kids using the park. Splash park requires access card with UMT membership and to keep the park clean we recommend restraining the use.  \nGratitude :IAALV is a non-profit organization run by volunteers who love to serve our community and strive to bring joy in yearly events. It provides platform for our kids\, adults to showcase the talent. IAALV also provides platform to our local elected officials and other dignitaries for interaction. IAALV represents Indian heritage in the Lehigh Valley and is  grateful for membership and donations to cater these events. The finances  we get from our sponsors assists us\, but is scarce to cater the entire expense. We request you all to please visit our booth and donate generously.  \nDisclaimer: The color products purchased are advertised by the vendor as non-toxic and safe to use. IAALV and JEI are not liable for any direct\, indirect\, incidental or consequential injuries or damages resulting from these color products. IAALV is not responsible for any personal injuries resulted from any individual’s participation at the venue that includes but not limited to Gully Cricket\, dance etc. \nTHANK YOU! \nHappy Holi and let’s celebrate the beauty of colors and Heritage of India!! \nWe would like to thank all our sponsors for their continued support.. \nSt. Luke’s University Health Network \nJEI Learning Center | Allentown \nTelangana American Telugu Association \nFirst Commonwealth Federal Credit Union URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/iaalv-rangeela-25/ LOCATION:Grange Park\, 360 Grange Rd\, Allentown\, PA\, 18104\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20240720T030246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T012858Z UID:1673-1755255600-1755262800@iaalv.org SUMMARY:India Day – 15th Aug 2025 DESCRIPTION:Namaste! It is with great pleasure that we announce the continuation of IAALV’s esteemed tradition of commemorating Indian Independence Day. We cordially invite you to join us at Allentown City Hall on August 15th\, 2025\, at 11:00 a.m. as we celebrate the 78th Indian Independence Day. This momentous occasion is an opportunity for us to come together and honor the nation’s rich heritage and history. We look forward to your presence at this significant event. \n\n\n\nOur esteemed guest include United States Representative\, Ryan Mackenzie\, Pennsylvania State Representative Joshua Seigel and Honorable Mayor of Allentown – Matt Tuerk\,  will be joining us and will address the gathering. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLight boxed refreshments will be offered after  the flag hoisting at the venue.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Schedule\n\n\n\nFlag hoisting at Allentown City HallNational Anthem of IndiaNational Anthem of the USASpeech from local representativesCultural performancesBoxed Refreshments \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirection to the Venue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory\n\n\n\nAugust 15th\, 1947\, India became an independent nation.Seventh largest country by area\, the most populous country with over 1.4 billion people. Home to the over 5000 years ancient Indus Valley Civilization. Four world religions—Hinduism\, Buddhism\, Jainism\, and Sikhism—originated here\, and Judaism\, Zoroastrianism\, Christianity\, and Islam arrived in the 1st millennium CE and shaped its’ diverse culture.India is a Federal Constitutional Republic governed under a Parliamentary System consisting of 28 States & 8 Union Territories. India is a pluralistic\, multilingual\, multi-religious and multi-ethnic society. \n\n\n\nSince 1989\, The Mayor of City of Allentown has been by us on this day giving the Lehigh Valley Indian-Americans the privilege of hoisting the Indian flag at the Allentown City Hall. Come join us in honoring our birth country in our adopted country. \nParking\n\n\n\nFree Parking: Parking garage entry is on the right side when you go south on 4th street; just before the Hamilton intersection.https://goo.gl/maps/P1PYWbyQj7N5Zzk67Paid Parking: On the street sides \n  \n  URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/india-day-15th-aug-2024/ LOCATION:Allentown City Hall\, 435 Hamilton St\, Allentown\, PA\, 18101\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T200000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20251008T022520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T030113Z UID:1808-1762009200-1762027200@iaalv.org SUMMARY:IAALV Diwali 2025 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Diwali with the IAALV Family! ✨ \nThe Indian American Association of Lehigh Valley (IAALV) warmly invites you to join us for IAALV Diwali 2025\, a vibrant evening of light\, culture\, and community. \nCome together with family\, friends\, and neighbors to celebrate the Festival of Lights with captivating performances\, delicious food\, and joyful festivities that reflect the rich traditions of India. \nThis event is open to all — dress in your festive best and be part of an unforgettable evening as we illuminate the Lehigh Valley with the spirit of Diwali. \n🌟 Let’s make IAALV Diwali 2025 our brightest celebration yet! 🌟 \n#IAALVDiwali25 #LehighValleyPA#festivaloflights \n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly bird pricing until 10/20/25\n \n\n\n\n\nAdults (18 and above) $35.00 \n\n\n\nKids (5 to 17 ) $25.00 Kids under 5 free\n\n\n\nParticipant fees for kids under 17 years (requires purchase of adult tickets): $20.00\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Venue: Broughal Middle School\, 114 West Morton Street Bethlehem\, PA 18015\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://buy.tututix.com/iaalv URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/iaalv-diwali-2025/ LOCATION:Broughal Middle School – Bethlehem\, 114 W Morton St\, Bethlehem\, Pennsylvania\, 18015\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://iaalv.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IAALV-diwali-25-flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000 DTSTAMP:20260514T190107 CREATED:20260430T042400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T005707Z UID:1835-1780138800-1780149600@iaalv.org SUMMARY:Foods of India 2026 DESCRIPTION:The wait is over\, we are back with the ever popular Foods of India. \n\n\n\nDelicious Indian food made by home vendors and also by our local restaurants will be on display and available to purchase at reasonable price. Eat at the venue or make it TO GO. \nWhat to expect?\nA Celebration of Flavor\, Culture & Community\nJoin us for a vibrant celebration of Indian cuisine\, culture\, and community at Foods of India 2026\, hosted by IAALV! \nExperience an exciting afternoon filled with authentic flavors\, homemade delicacies\, restaurant favorites\, and unique small business offerings from across the Lehigh Valley and beyond. \nWhether you’re a food lover\, cultural enthusiast\, or simply looking for a fun family outing\, this is an event you won’t want to miss! URL:http://iaalv.org/wp/event/foods-of-india-2026/ LOCATION:Lower Macungie Middle School\, 6299 Lower Macungie Rd\,\, Macungie\, Pennsylvania\, 18062\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR