BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Banga NextGen - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Banga NextGen X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.banganextgen.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Banga NextGen 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: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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251006T212952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T222059Z UID:3688-1763834400-1763845200@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:NextGen BondhusGiving! DESCRIPTION:Banga NexGen invites you to Bondhusgiving! This is a dinner where we get together for the holidays! Looking forward to seeing everyone there! URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/nextgen-bondhusgiving/ CATEGORIES:NJ Meets ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T020000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251006T210108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T152014Z UID:3684-1763148600-1763172000@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:BNG Presents: Adda & Aux DESCRIPTION:Introducing Adda & Aux\, a new event series by Banga NextGen dedicated to bringing together music\, culture\, and community in one unforgettable night. \nFor our debut\, Banga NextGen is featuring DJ sets by DJ Senn and Boi RD\, along with a special guest performance by Milan Thacker. You do not want to miss this! \nAn intimate\, high-energy night where every beat feels personal. \n🎟 Ticket Link in bio — limited space\, secure your spot!\n📍 East Williamsburg\, Brooklyn URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/bng-presents-adda-aux/ LOCATION:35 Meadow Street #suite 103\, Brooklyn\, NY 11206 CATEGORIES:Creative Showcase ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/AddaAux.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251006T205155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T222048Z UID:3678-1760788800-1760799600@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Pumpkin Picking Extravaganza! DESCRIPTION:Lets enjoy the last good week of Pumkin Picking together! There will be hayrides and a corn maze as well as the traditional picking of vegetables and fruits 🙂 Looking forward to seeing everyone. URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/pumpkin-picking-extravaganza/ LOCATION:snyder’s farm CATEGORIES:NJ Meets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T000000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251009T173636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T173841Z UID:3676-1760745600-1760745600@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Pumpkin Picking Extravaganza! DESCRIPTION:Lets enjoy the last good week of Pumkin Picking together! There will be hayrides and a corn maze as well as the traditional picking of vegetables and fruits 🙂 Looking forward to seeing everyone! \nRSVP at the partiful link here URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/pumpkin-picking-extravaganza-2/ LOCATION:Snyder’s farm CATEGORIES:NJ Meets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4E052401-0893-4A52-B7F1-0C12979BAF13_4_5005_c.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251006T215240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T222043Z UID:3698-1759737600-1759770000@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:ECCA x BNG Presents: RD Burman Throughout the Years DESCRIPTION:Come check out Banga Next Gen’s musical performance at the East Coast Cultural Association Durga Pujo on Saturday\, September 27th as they celebrate R.D. Burman’s melodic journey through the years! Our performers will be Shankhadip Chakraborty\, Aratrika Dey\, and Sohom Sen! URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/ecca-x-bng-presents-rd-burman-throughout-the-years/ CATEGORIES:Creative Showcase ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-06-at-5.49.20-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251008T201924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T222036Z UID:3709-1759536000-1759708799@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:BNG Durga Puja Workshop @ GSCA Durga Puja! DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/bng-durga-puja-workshop-gsca-durga-puja/ LOCATION:melvin h kreps middle school CATEGORIES:Pujas ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T070000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251006T214723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T222019Z UID:3691-1758342600-1758351600@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Bharat Sevashram Sangha Mahalaya with BNG! DESCRIPTION:Pujo season is on us and Banga Next Gen members started off their festivities this Sunday at BSS Mahalaya! Some of our members were a part of the performance and put on an amazing show filled with music. URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/bharat-sevashram-sangha-mahalaya-with-bng/ LOCATION:Bharat Sevashram Sangha\, 3490 NJ-27\, Kendall Park\, NJ\, 08824\, United States CATEGORIES:Creative Showcase ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251008T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T222010Z UID:3722-1757163600-1757178000@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:New Brunswick Tea Crawl DESCRIPTION:A tea crawl around the New Brunswick Area! We visited 5 different tea spot \n1) Chai Chennak\n351 George St\, New Brunswick\, NJ 08901 \n2) Utepia (Bubble Tea)\n48 Bayard St\, New Brunswick\, NJ 08901 \n3) Khyber Coffee & Tea House\n110 Church St\, New Brunswick\, NJ 08901 \n4) Efes Cafe\n34 Easton Ave\, New Brunswick\, NJ 08901 \n5) Surreal (Ice Cream)\n8 Easton Ave\, New Brunswick\, NJ 08901 URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/new-brunswick-tea-crawl/ CATEGORIES:NJ Meets ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251008T221455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T221957Z UID:3728-1753525800-1753549200@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Banga NextGen Beach Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at Asbury Park Beach for a full day of sun\, sand\, and vibes. Come chill with us\, soak up the sun\, and kick back with the crew! Bring blankets\, chairs\, games\, whatever you want! \nWe’ll have snacks and drinks ready\, but feel free to bring your own favorites. We’re also doing a potluck-style lunch\, so please bring a dish to share! \nThis is a members-only event\, and all members who RSVP “GOING” by 6/20/25 will receive a free beach entry ticket and access to snacks and drinks. \nNo RSVP = No free ticket. \nEach member is allowed one guest (+1). Guests must purchase their own beach entry ticket and will be charged a $20 event fee. URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/banga-nextgen-beach-day/ CATEGORIES:NJ Meets ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251008T221901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T221901Z UID:3723-1750492800-1750525200@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:SATF Unbound: A Mime & Dance presentation Empowering Women Inspiring Change DESCRIPTION:Banga Nextgen is proud to present “Unbound: A mime & dance presentation empowering women & inspiring change.” \nWhat an incredible weekend at SATF 2025 – the South Asian Theater Festival! \nMembers of Banga NextGen showed up in full force — volunteering at the front desk\, helping the event run smoothly\, and even taking to the stage in a powerful mime theatre presentation directed by world renowned mime actor Mr. Suvendu Mukhopadhyay! \nAll our amazing volunteers were recognized with medals on the final day — presented by Adi Roy\, the lead actor in Broadway’s Aladdin! \nWe’re proud to have been part of a celebration of South Asian creativity\, storytelling\, and community. Huge thanks to the organizers for the opportunity and to everyone who came out to support! \nHere’s to many more stages and stories ahead! URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/satf-unbound-a-mime-dance-presentation-empowering-women-inspiring-change/ CATEGORIES:Creative Showcase END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251009T001746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T155950Z UID:3732-1749988800-1750006800@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Book Club Review: Sunshine and Spice by Aurora Palit DESCRIPTION:  \n\n \n \n \n \n Cover of the book\n \n \n \n \n \n Our virtual bookclub chat!\n \n \n\nSunshine and Spice tells the story of Naomi Kelly\, a brand consultant who takes on a project to rebrand a Bengali family’s bazaar. She encounters Dev Mukherjee\, who is under pressure from his mother’s matchmaking plans. Their “fake dating” arrangement leads both of them to explore their identities\, cultures\, and what it means to belong. \nOur book club had the honor of hosting Aurora Palit\, and the session turned out to be lively and heartfelt. Members were drawn to how the novel weaves romance with questions of heritage\, family expectations\, and cultural belonging. Many said they rooted for both Naomi and Dev as they struggled to reconcile their internal conflicts with external pressures. \nReviewers have praised Palit’s debut for its readability\, emotional resonance\, and cultural insight. One NetGalley reviewer called it “a heartwarming and thought-provoking exploration of identity\, belonging\, and love.” Another noted that while they wished for deeper background on Dev\, they were “still hooked” by the story and enamored with the romance and character arcs. \nIf you haven’t yet\, grab a copy of Sunshine and Spice in paperback\, ebook\, or audiobook\, and join us for our next discussion.Should you need help obtaining a copy\, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to help coordinate lending\, borrowing\, or sourcing the book. \nThis novel is a delightful balance of romance + reflection\, and we’d be thrilled to have Sunshine and Spice as one of those books that stay with you well after the last page. Keep an eye on our Book Club announcements! \nHappy reading!— The Banga NextGen Book Club Team URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/book-club-sunshine-and-spice-by-aurora-palit/ LOCATION:virtual CATEGORIES:Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/BCSunshine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251009T002231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T002231Z UID:3738-1748649600-1748735999@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Art & Adda DESCRIPTION:Hello fellow art enjoyers! Let’s learn about how Asian art from hundreds of years ago has inspired today’s art together at Asia Society Museum 🙂 \nFun fact: among the artists is Bengali-American Rina Banerjee\, born in Kolkata and now based in NYC. Shout out to Swati for making us aware of her art and this exhibition\, and for coordinating it with us! \nThe price of the exhibition is $15 per person. BNG Coordinator Roddur will buy and manage the tickets for the convenience of the group! URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/art-adda-rina-banerjee/ CATEGORIES:NY Meets ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T220000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20250403T215251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T151638Z UID:3540-1747497600-1747519200@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Banga Utsov DESCRIPTION:🎉  Banga NextGen’s biggest event of the year! 🎉 \nJoin us on May 17th from 4 PM – 10 PM at Tagore Hall for an unforgettable evening filled with music\, dance\, food\, and fun for all ages! \nWhether you’re coming with family or flying solo\, this vibrant celebration of Bengali culture has something for everyone — kids’ activities\, shopping stalls\, delicious dinner\, and an amazing lineup of in-house and community performances. 🎶🛍️🍛 \n🎟️ Tickets:\n$40 – Adult Early Bird Special discount  (dinner included)\n$30 – Members (dinner included)\n$30 – General Adult (dinner NOT included)\n$25 – Students & Children (dinner included) \nThis is more than just an event — it’s a community celebration you won’t want to miss. Come support our performers\, connect with friends old and new\, and celebrate the joy of being Bengali-American. Register now as spots are limited! \nRegister via credit/debit card on this page or fill out this form to pay via Zelle or Venmo. URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/banga-utsov/ LOCATION:Tagore Hall\, 269 Cedar Grove Ln\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States CATEGORIES:Creative Showcase,NJ Meets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Save-the-Date-Banga-Utsav-1920-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251009T002935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T002935Z UID:3740-1747440000-1747526399@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Banga Utsav DESCRIPTION:Our biggest event of the year! URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/banga-utsav/ CATEGORIES:Creative Showcase,NJ Meets ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T220000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251009T003412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T003412Z UID:3743-1745780400-1745791200@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Bengali New Year Dinner DESCRIPTION:Please join us for belated Bengali New Year celebrations! We’re excited to come together to celebrate our community and culture over some delicious Bengali food at Masalawala & Sons. \nThis dinner is $25 for Banga Nextgen members and $40 for non-members. All are asked to venmo $40 to secure their spot. Members will be refunded the $15 difference on Tuesday! To learn more about become a member of the Banga Nextgen community\, please visit banganextgen.org/membership or the link above. \nThis event is hosted by Banga NextGen: We’re a community dedicated to connecting 2nd generation Bengali-Americans. Our mission is to create spaces where people can network\, share experiences\, and celebrate our vibrant culture and dual identities. For more information visit banganextgen.org. URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/bengali-new-year-dinner/ CATEGORIES:NY Meets ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20250403T215814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T220041Z UID:3542-1744012800-1744059600@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Q1 Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Banga NextGen’s First-Ever Town Hall! \nWe’re kicking off 2025 with a major milestone — our very first Banga NextGen Town Hall! \nOn April 7th\, we’re bringing together members of our growing Bengali-American community to reflect on everything we’ve built in the first quarter of the year — and to share what’s ahead for the rest of 2025. \nAt the town hall\, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at: \n\n\nWhat we’ve accomplished so far in Q1 \n\n\nOur vision and goals for the rest of the year \n\n\nUpcoming events and initiatives \n\n\nHow you can get involved and help shape the future of Banga NextGen \n\n\nWhether you’ve been with us since day one or are just getting to know us\, this is your chance to connect\, contribute\, and be part of something bigger. \nLet’s build the next generation of Bengali-American community — together. \nRegister via this zoom link!  URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/q1-town-hall/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/5b648875-1ad8-495b-9647-a096f7ef8875.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250310 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20251009T161212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T163442Z UID:3751-1741478400-1741564799@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:BNG Book Club Presents: The Magnificent Ruins by Nayantara Roy DESCRIPTION:The Magnificent Ruins by Nayantara Roy follows Lila\, an Indian American woman who travels back to Kolkata after inheriting her family’s ancestral home. In the process\, she confronts long-hidden stories\, tangled family relationships\, and the weight of identity and belonging across continents. The novel explores how history\, memory\, and home shape the choices we make and the secrets we carry. \nOur book club had the chance to host Nayantara Roy for a virtual discussion\, and the conversation was one of our most engaging yet. Members were especially struck by the dramatic wedding scenes and the unforgettable house fire\, moments that sparked debate about family ties\, loyalty\, and what it takes for old secrets to finally come to light. Many of us also connected with Lila’s journey of navigating cultural distance\, balancing her life in the United States with her roots in India\, and learning what it means to come home. \nReaders beyond our club have praised Roy’s debut for its rich detail and emotional depth. One reviewer noted how the crumbling house felt like “a character of its own\, carrying generations of memory and silence.” Another highlighted the way Roy builds tension across the novel\, writing that “the payoff is worth every moment of buildup.” Even those who found the pacing slow in the beginning agreed that the emotional revelations landed powerfully. \nIf you haven’t yet picked up The Magnificent Ruins\, you can find it in hardcover\, ebook\, or audiobook here\, and join us for our next discussion. Should you need help obtaining a copy\, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to help coordinate lending\, borrowing\, or sourcing the book! \nThis novel is a powerful blend of family drama and personal reflection\, and we’d be thrilled to see The Magnificent Ruins become one of those reads that stays with you long after the last page. Keep an eye on our Book Club announcements for future discussions! \nHappy reading! 📚\n— The Banga NextGen Book Club Team URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/book-club-magnificent-ruins-nayantara-roy/ LOCATION:virtual CATEGORIES:Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/BCMagRu.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20250103T073542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T013448Z UID:3373-1739701800-1739736000@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Amar Bhasha\, Amar Utshob DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Bengali Language and Culture at Saraswati Pujo! \n“Amar Bhasha\, Amar Utshob” is a workshop to celebrate Bengali language and the spirit of Saraswati Pujo. We’ll be teaching kids about the history of Ekushe February (International Mother Language Day) and the Bengali Language Movement. \nThe workshop will include a “Hather Lekha” activity where the kids will learn to write their name and favorite Bangla words in Bangla. \nWe’ll be hosting our second “Amar Bhasha\, Amar Utshob” workshop at Maitree Association of America’s Saraswati Puja on February 16th\, 2025 at Tagore Hall\, 269 Cedar Grove Ln\, Somerset\, NJ 08873 \nThis event is recommended for kids aged 8+ URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/amar-bhasha-amar-utshob-2/ LOCATION:Tagore Hall\, 269 Cedar Grove Ln\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MAA-Bhasha-Workshop-Long-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20250103T072827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T074244Z UID:3368-1737792000-1737824400@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Amar Bhasha\, Amar Utshob DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Bengali Language and Culture at Saraswati Pujo! \n“Amar Bhasha\, Amar Utshob” is a workshop to celebrate Bengali language and the spirit of Saraswati Pujo. We’ll be teaching kids about the history of Ekushe February (International Mother Language Day) and the Bengali Language Movement. \nThe workshop will include a “Hather Lekha” activity where the kids will learn to write their name and favorite Bangla words in Bangla. \nWe’ll be hosting our first “Amar Bhasha\, Amar Utshob” workshop at Somerset Bengali Association’s Saraswati Puja on January 25th\, 2025 at JP Case Middle School\, 301 Case Blvd\, Flemington\, NJ 08822. \nThis event is recommended for kids aged 8+ URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/amar-bhasha-amar-utshob/ LOCATION:JP Case Middle School\, 301 Case Blvd\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SBA-Bhasha-Workshop-Long.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Banga NextGen":MAILTO:contact@banganextgen.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250109T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250109T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T084155 CREATED:20200223T031729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T073139Z UID:2999-1736449200-1736456400@www.banganextgen.org SUMMARY:Meet & Geet Karaoke Night DESCRIPTION:Start the new year on a high note! 🎶 \nCome ready to belt out your favorite tunes and meet some amazing new people! \nJoin us for our Meet & Geet Karaoke Night at RPM Underground 🎤 \n🎟️ Tickets are $30 and cover Karaoke and one drink. We’re also asking that everyone bring at least one canned good to donate to City Harvest\, but the more cans the merrier! \nLets start the year together through music\, laughter\, and giving back to our community! \nBuy Tickets Here URL:https://www.banganextgen.org/event/meet-and-geet/ LOCATION:RPM Underground\, 246 West 54th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.banganextgen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Meet-Geet-Event-Brite-2160-x-1080-px-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR