Austin South Asian DECEMBER 2017

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Monthly Community Paper | www.austinsouthasian.com | 512-828-6709 | Vol. 10 No. 12

BAPS TENTH ANNIVERSARY By Ashish Patel,

first Hindu Mandir providing spiri-

HC4A Gala Helps Raise Funds

HC4A organized their 3rd Annual HC4A Gala on Nov 4, 2017. The

government officials. The HC4A Gala is gaining popularity as it has

inside

December 2017

Living With Arthritis......02 5 Hacks For..................04 Tablets And Kids...........05 Surprising Facts About..06 Arun’s Scribblings.........06 Weatherization 101......07 A Doctor’s Tips.............08

Austin, Texas: November 11 and 12, 2017- BAPS Shri Swaminārāyan Mandir, one of the

Your Choice, Your Voice By Ashwin Ghatalia Advisory Board Member IACT

tual and community services to the greater Austin area, celebrated its 10-year anniversary.(Conti... 25)

IACT Hosts

By Sumaiya Malik IACT hosted its 33rd Thanksgiv-

main objective of this gala is to raise funds for vocational education while creating a great networking opportunity for local Austin businesses, community members and

proved to be a great platform for showcasing artistry and emerging talents. The 2017 Gala was held at the Crowne Plaza Austin.(Continued on page 16)

Miss World 2017

ing Interfaith Service on Sunday, November 19, at the Riverbend Church. It was be primarily sponsored by the Muslim community of Austin. For all citizens of Texas, Election 2018 is very important as we will elect nearly 90% of our office bearers who will determine our wellbeing. (Continued On Page 19)

According to Shaikh MohamedUmer Esmail, the Imam of Nueces Mosque and Islamic scholar, this interfaith Thanksgiving event is all about different faiths coming (Continued On Page 12)

Miss World 2017 was the 67th edition of the Miss World pageant. was held on 18 November 2017 at the Sanya City Arena in Sanya, China. 118 contestants from all over the world competed for the crown.

Stephanie Del Valle of Puerto Rico crowned her successor Manushi Chhillar of India at the end of the event. This is the sixth time that India has won the Miss World, tying it for the most title wins with Venezuela. (Continued On Page 15)

January

CPA,Accountant Special 512-828-6709

Tips To Repay Loans.....08 Buying A Home............09 Tips For Tackling..........09 Simple Tips To.............10 2018 Medicare Plan......11 Easy Ways To Stay........11 Malik’s Page............12,13 Tech Gift Ideas.............13 Retirement Account......15 SAIVA.........................16 Children’s Page...17,22,23 Diwali At BAPS.............19 Winter Wardrobe Tips...20 Enjoy The Outdoors.....20 Community Calendar....21 Gift And Stocking Ideas23 Last Minute Gift Ideas..24 Recipe Of The Month....25 Entertainment.........26,27


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