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Do you love the color, songs, and drama of Indian cinema? Lewis & Clark College in Portland will be presenting 13 Bollywood films from January 18 – April 25. The subtitled films will be shown at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays in Miller Hall 102. They are free and open to the public. Here is the schedule:
January 18: Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
January 25: Lagaan
February 1: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
February 8: Zanjeer
February 15: Dil To Pagal Hai
February 21: Satyam Shivam Sundaram
February 29: Mother India
March 7: Khalnayak
March 14: Roja
March 21: Hum Aapke Hain Kaun…!
April 11: Devdas
April 18: Masala
April 25: Kal Ho Naa Ho
For more information, please visit Bollywood at Lewis and Clark.
In the past few months, I have been spreading the word about the upcoming SAWERA Fundraiser. I believe this cause is very important, so here is one more reminder! SAWERA, the South Asian Women’s Empowerment and Resource Alliance, provides free, confidential, and culturally sensitive services to South Asian women and children who are experiencing domestic violence in the state of Oregon. The annual gala will be held on November 5th at the Governor Hotel in downtown Portland. Join us for a wonderful evening of dinner, dancing, and most importantly, fundraising!
This year, SAWERA is also excited to present Belly Dance Soulfire as the featured entertainment. This talented group of dancers hope to inspire all to embrace and accept all forms of beauty, help women to feel more comfortable in their skin, and to promote cultural awareness and global healing.
For more information and tickets, please visit the SAWERA event page. Sodha Travel is proud to be associated with this cause and we hope to see you at the event. Thank you for your support!
On Sunday, August 21st, the Portland India Cultural Association will be presenting India Day in Pioneer Square from 11am – 9pm. Come celebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes of India. Enjoy dancing, music, entertainment, henna, shopping, and food vendors. This is a free event that draws crowds of thousands from the Pacific Northwest. It is truly a festive day and we encourage you to attend! For more information, please visit ICA Portland or contact us.
On November 11, 2011 at 11:11 am, a field of Bhutanese and international runners will participate in the inaugural Bhutan Himalayan Marathon. This event offers athletes a unique opportunity to experience the Kingdom of Bhutan on a 26.2 mile course in the shadows of the highest mountains in the world. The country fiercely regulates inbound tourism in an effort to protect its culture and environment, and international registration is only open to 150 runners.
Tiger's Nest. Photo Courtesy of Susan Anderson.
Here are the course details, as posted on the official marathon website:
The marathon begins and ends in the heart of Thimphu at Changlimithag Stadium, the scene of a battle in the early 20thcentury that lead to the rule of King Ugyen Wangchuck and the establishment of the current monarchy.
The route circles Thimphu, passing the Memorial Chorten, honoring the third king of Bhutan, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, Tashichhoedzong, a combination Buddhist monastery, government center and fortress, India House and the royal residences.
Leaving the city, runners head north along the Thimphu River toward the Himalayas, with water prayer wheels and prayer flags sprinkled throughout the Blue Pine forest. At the base of the high Himalayas and with a stunning view of the Chargi Monastery, the route turns back toward Thimphu. The return portion of the route is on trails and passes through several small villages. Returning to Thimphu, the route circles the town again and ends back at Changlimithag Stadium.
Interested in joining this inaugural event? Our Bhutan tour packages can include the marathon registration, based on availability, so please contact us to register!
We are very excited to be co-presenting a travel photography workshop with Jeff Hinds Photography!
Are you interested in developing your travel photography skills or enhancing your individual photographic objectives?
Join Sodha Travel and Jeff Hinds Photography for a workshop geared toward all levels of photographers. Travel photography is more than taking a great snapshot of cultural and historical wonders. It is also about improving visual awareness and having a greater appreciation of your surroundings. Jeff will help participants learn more about their cameras and settings, demonstrate how to “see the world through the lens” and use those angles to develop individual photography skills.
Date: June 12th – 10am – 1pm
Location: Downtown Portland
Cost: $115
Early Booking Discount: Register by May 13th and save $20 per participant!
To register: Contact me (Allison) directly at 503.718.7839 or allison@sodhatravel.com.
Space is limited, so register today! We look forward to seeing you!
About Jeff Hinds: Jeff is a professional photographer and part-time instructor at Mt. Hood Community College for the Integrated Media and Professional Photography programs. He has also been a team photographer for the Portland Trail Blazers for ten seasons, concentrating in sponsorship and promotion photography. His skills include all aspects of lighting, from ambient indoor and outdoor to high-powered arena strobes for fast action indoor sports photography. Visit Jeff Hinds Photography to learn more and view his portfolios.