Celebrate Sankranthi Sambaralu with TAGKC!

The warmth of Sankranthi is upon us, and what better way to kick off the New Year than coming together as a community to celebrate this cherished festival? TAGKC invites you to Sankranthi Sambaralu, a vibrant event packed with cultural richness, fun competitions, and the spirit of togetherness. Mark your calendars for Sunday, January 19th, from 2 PM to 8 PM, and join us at the Hindu Temple for an unforgettable celebration!

Event Highlights:

1. Rangoli Competition (Adults): Showcase your artistic flair and create stunning muggu designs in this exciting competition. Here are the rules:

• Teams can have up to 4 participants, with a registration fee of $10 per person.
• Each team will be given 2 hours to complete one rangoli on a 6 ft round table.
• TAGKC will provide chalk powder and colors; participants can bring additional decorative materials (stencils, permanent markers, pre-drawn traces, or rangoli tools are not allowed).
• Judging will be based on design, theme, presentation, and creativity, with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes up for grabs.

2. Kids’ Art Competition: Let your little Picassos shine! The competition is split into two age groups:

• Group 1 (10 years and below) – Theme: Sankranthi.
• Group 2 (11 years and above) – Theme: Sankranthi. Two winners will be chosen from each age group.

3. Chess Tournament: For TAGKC’s young strategists, TAGKC have a chess competition also divided into two age groups:

• Group 1 (10 years and below).
• Group 2 (11 years and above). Two winners will be crowned from each group.

Registration Details:

• The registration desk for all games will open at 2:00 PM, and the competitions will commence at 3:00 PM, running until 8:00 PM.
• Don’t miss your chance to participate! Register now at: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/tagkc-2025-rangoli-kids-art-chess-competition-registration/

Why Attend?

This Sankranthi, immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of rangoli, marvel at the creativity of young artists, and cheer on budding chess masters. Sankranthi Sambaralu is more than just an event; it’s a chance to connect with TAGKC’s heritage and build cherished memories with friends and family.

So, gather your loved ones, bring your enthusiasm, and let’s make this Sankranthi Sambaralu a celebration to remember. See you there!

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