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Krishna Janmashtami 2014 will take place at Radha Madhav Dham Austin on Sat, Aug 16, 2014 from 5pm - midnight

A Krishna Janmashtami 2014 Kids Costume Contest is just one small part of an exciting lineup of devotional programs throughout the evening at Radha Madhav Dham Austin, founded by Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj. There is something for everyone at one of America's biggest devotional events, which is a year shy of one quarter century in the running. 

A highlight is the abhishek and jhulan (swinging) ceremony of baby Krishna where everyone will get a chance to push baby Krishna on a beautiful, and lavishly decorated swing during his birthday celebration 2014. There will also be ecstatic chanting of Krishna Janmashtami kirtans and bhajans, written by Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj, during the Krishna Janmashtami 2014 kirtan program inside the beautiful Radha Madhav Dham temple. Another highlight for many is a special arti to baby Krishna at midnight. 

An out-of-this world sumptuous vegetarian feast will be served by satsangees of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj, to all during the program. The full lineup of events according to Radha Madhav Dham website and the official Krishna Janmashtami 2014 RSVP page is as follows:

Outdoors program for Krishna Janmashtami 2014 at Radha Madhav Dham Austin

1. 5:00pm - Mahaprasad served in the Dining hall
2. 5:30pm - Kids Activity and Food Booths Open
3. 7:00pm - Special Kids Program on Outdoor Stage
   Kids will meet Saints & Gods from Krishna Avatar to hear stories of Krishna)
4. 7:30pm - Kids Costume Contest begins - see below for more information
   Prizes for all participating kids and special prizes for the contest winners)
5. 8:15pm - Kids Outdoor Program concludes

Indoors Program for Krishna Janmashtami 2014

1. 6:00pm: Chanting inside temple begins
2. 7:15pm: Special discourse on Krishna Janmashtmi 2014
3. 7:45pm: Abhishek & Swinging of baby Lord Krishna
4. 8:15pm: Bal Krishna themed dances & leela performances
5. 9:30pm: Chanting inside prayer hall continues
6. 12:00am: Sing Arti to Baby Krishna at Midnight

Radha Madhav Dham Krishna Janmashtami is especially well-liked for bringing out the original devotional mood of the occasion, similar to Braj-style Janmashtami celebrations; and also being fun for everyone, while giving everyone the chance to also learn the philosophy and real meaning of Krishna Janmashtami 2014 from Sushree Gopeshwari Devi, a respected and erudite preacher who has studied the Hindu scriptures at it's deepest levels.

Everyone who is planning to attend Krishna Janmashtami 2014 in Austin is request to JOIN the official Krishna Janmashtami 2014 RSVP page on facebook and invite others, and not to forget to bring your kids is costume! 

The most important part of Krishna Janmashtami 2014, according to one Radha Madhav Dham spokesperson, is to make it your own, and create your own memories with Krishna that will last a lifetime.

On Sunday August 17th, there will be a grand celebration of Nand Mahostav.

In New York, Swami Nikhilanand Ji will be present during Krishna Janmashtami New York Block Party on August 17th. Krishna's Birthday 2014 in New York will take place at Radha Govind Dham New York. There is also a facebook RSVP page which everyone is requested to Join.

Vrindavan Times News reports: Queens New York to get first ever Krishna Janmashtami 2014 Block Party 

Vrindavan Times News: Block parties have been popular phenomenon for large events in New York city, but for the first time on August 17th 2014, the entire Hillside Avenue Block in Glen Oaks will be reserved for one of the largest Krishna Janmashatami 2014 celebrations led by Swami Nikhilanand Ji, disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj.

The massive event of Krishna's Birthday in New York is being organized by New York Hindu Temple, Radha Govind Dham.

Some of the attractions include Live 2014 Bhajans, Food, Dandiya Dances 2014, Best-Dressed Krishna Contest, Krishna Janmashtami 2014 Pravachan by Swami Nikhilanand, disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj.

Outdoor Krishna Janmashtami 2014 programs led by Swami Nikhilanand, pracharak of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj

• A massive kirtan 2014 party led by acclaimed singer Anuradha Khanna
• Kirtan and Krishna Janmashtami 2014 speech by Swami Nikhilanand
• Dances and performances
• Best-dressed Krishna contest
• Raas Garba (Dandiya) party

Indoor program (Inside Radha Govind Dham New York, Hillside Avenue) led by Swami Nikhilanand, pracharak of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj

• Arti
• Dinner prasad
• Kirtan up till midnight

Best-dressed Krishna Contest 2014 at Radha Govind Dham, Glen Oaks, New York

Summer Break Program with Swami Nikhilanand Ji of JKP Radha Madhav Dham

Albany Hindu Temple New York proudly presents: "Hindu Philosophy taught through stories from the Bhagwatam" by Swami Nikhilanand, sanyasi disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj

July 13 - 19, 2014

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Radha Govind Dham Los Angeles Intensive will take place Sept 19 - 21 2014
The intensive will be led by Sushree Diwakari Devi and Swami Nikhilanand, pracharaks of Jagadguru Kripalu Ji Maharaj

Join us at this beautiful retreat center in the hills above Santa Barbara for a weekend of kirtan, meditation and yoga.

Dates and Times:
September 19 - 21, 2014

Location: Circle V. Ranch
2550 Highway 154
Santa Barbara, California
California 93105

Contribution (due in full by August 17 2014)
Includes program, accommodations and vegetarian meals
- $150 per adult (18yrs and older)
- $50 per student (not working)
- $50 per child (6 - 17yrs)
5 & younger FREE!

Please make checks payable to 'Radha Govind Dham L.A.'
Mail completed checks to:
Regional Intensive
C/o Radha Govind Dham LA
5520 Donna Avenue
Tarzana, California 91356

Albany Hindu Temple, New York, proudly presents: The Essence of the Bhagvad Gita: Chapters 13 - 18.

Discourse & Kirtan by Swami Nikhilanand, sanyasi disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj and preacher of JKP Radha Madhav Dham.

Location & Time:
February 2 - 8, 2014

Sun, Feb 2nd: 1.30 - 2.30pm in the Temple
Mon & Tues, Feb 3rd & 4th: 6.30 - 7.30pm in the Cultural Center
Wed & Thurs, Feb 5th & 6th: 6.30 - 7.30pm in the Temple
Fri, Feb 7th: 6.30 - 7.30pm in the Cultural Center
Sat, Feb 8th: 6.30 - 7.30pm in the Temple

Address: Albany Hindu Temple,
450 Albany Shaker Road
Loudonville, New York 12110

Phone: 518-459-7272
www.AlbanyHinduTemple.org

Questions/Assistance: Prashant Kaushik MD (701) 202-7217.

On December 29th, America commemorated Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj, with flower offerings and shobha yatra at Radha Madhav Dham, Austin. Thousands of spiritual seekers who have been inspired by Shree Maharajji joined the special functions.

A brand new lecture series was delivered by Swami Nikhilanand, a sanyasi disciple and pracharak of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj, on the Significance of The Life & Teachings of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu ji Maharaj. He gave these special lectures during the Winter Family Camp at Radha Madhav Dham, USA. Watch all 6 speeches, and generously share with them with your social networks. 

Swami Nikhilanand is presently delivering a 2-week lecture series at New York's newest and most beautiful Hindu Temple, Radha Govind Dham New York: Check previous post for details.

Significance of The Life & Teachings of Jagadguru Shree Kripalu ji Maharaj part 1