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SUMMARY:🩸 CMA Blood Donation Drive 2026 🩸
DESCRIPTION:Join CMA and 20+ Indian community groups for a noble cause! 🗓 Date : Saturday\, April 25\, 2026⏱️ Time : 8:00 am – 2:25 PM📍 Venue : Canadian Blood Services Downtown (Penn West Plaza) 👉 How to Join : Email special.events@cmacalgary.ca to register or ask questions. Let’s save lives together!
URL:https://www.cmacalgary.ca/pages/event/%f0%9f%a9%b8-cma-blood-donation-drive-2026-%f0%9f%a9%b8/
LOCATION:Canadian Blood Services\, Calgary\, Penn West Plaza (East Tower\, 207 9 Ave SW #100\, Calgary\, AB\, Calgary\, AB\, T2P 1K3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Calgary Marathi Shala Annual Day 2026 – उत्सव अभिजात भाषेचा!
DESCRIPTION:Dear Parents and Community Members\, We are delighted to invite you to the Annual Day Celebration (स्नेहसंमेलन) of Calgary Marathi Shala\, a joyful occasion that showcases our students’ talents\, creativity\, and love for the Marathi language and culture. Join us for an afternoon filled with performances\, cultural displays\, and heartwarming moments as our young learners bring Marathi traditions to life on stage. This celebration marks another successful year of learning\, laughter\, and community togetherness. Let’s come together to applaud our children’s achievements and strengthen the bond that keeps our Marathi heritage thriving in Calgary! Event ScheduleDoors Open: 2:00 PM\n\nRegistration: 2:00 – 2:30 PM\n\nPerformances & Celebrations: 3:00 – 6:30 PM\n\nBreak: 20‑minute intermission during the program\n\nDinner: Light meal served after the eventTicketsMembers:Children (age 5 to 15)- $7CADAdult (age 16 and above)- $13CADNon members:Children (age 5 to 15)- $15CADAdult (age 16 and above)- $21CADChildren under 5 years: Free admission Email: shala@cmacalgary.ca  ·  Website: www.cmacalgary.ca  ·   — Calgary Marathi Shala Team 2025-2026 Principal – Nutan More | Shala Coordinator- Smita Ropalekar Deshpande 
URL:https://www.cmacalgary.ca/pages/event/calgary-marathi-shala-3rd-annual-day-2026-%e0%a4%89%e0%a4%a4%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b8%e0%a4%b5-%e0%a4%85%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%bf%e0%a4%9c%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%a4-%e0%a4%ad%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b7%e0%a5%87%e0%a4%9a/
LOCATION:St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Orthodox Sobor\, 404 Meredith Rd NE\, Calgary\, AB\, T2E 5B2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Calgary Stampede 2026
DESCRIPTION:5 Years of Pride\, Our First Float\, & Pathak Registration Open!नमस्कार मंडळी\,अत्यंत आनंदाने आणि अभिमानाने आम्ही तुम्हाला सांगू इच्छितो की\, सलग पाचव्या वर्षी कॅल्गरी मराठी असोसिएशनला (CMA) जगातील सर्वात मोठ्या ‘कॅल्गरी स्टॅम्पीड परेड’ मध्ये आपल्या मातृभूमीचे – भारताचे प्रतिनिधित्व करण्याची अधिकृत संधी मिळाली आहे!गेल्या चार वर्षांचा आपला प्रवास थक्क करणारा राहिला आहे: २०२२: आपण ढोल-ताशा\, लेझीम आणि टाळांच्या गजराने ३\,५०\,००० प्रेक्षकांची मने जिंकली.\n\n२०२३: विठूरायाची पालखी\, वारी आणि भारतातील विविध प्रांतांच्या पारंपरिक वेशभूषेतून विविधतेचे दर्शन घडवले.\n\n२०२४: विविध भारतीय नृत्यांचा समावेश करत आपण प्रतिष्ठेचा ‘Fan Favorite Award’ पटकावला!\n\n२०२५: ऐतिहासिक भारतीय राजे-राण्यांच्या दिमाखदार घोडागाडीने (Wagon) सर्वांचे लक्ष वेधून घेत आपण द्वितीय क्रमांक मिळवला.यंदा आपण एक ऐतिहासिक झेप घेत आहोत – आपला पहिला चित्ररथ (Float)!२०२५ मध्ये आपल्या सर्व सभासदांनी एकमताने दिलेल्या पाठिंब्यामुळे\, यावर्षी आपण कॅल्गरी स्टॅम्पीड परेडमध्ये आपला स्वतःचा १२ फुटी भव्य चित्ररथ उतरवणार आहोत!आपल्या सर्वांच्या संकल्पनांतून आपण “हिमालयाकडून रॉकीजकडे” (From Himalayas to Rockies) ही थीम निश्चित केली आहे. हा चित्ररथ कॅनडा आणि भारत यांच्यातील साम्य अतिशय रंजक पद्धतीने मांडेल. या चित्ररथाची अंतिम पहिली झलक थेट ३ जुलै २०२६ रोजी स्टॅम्पीड परेडमध्येच पाहायला मिळेल! आर्थिक मदतीचे आवाहन आणि प्रायोजकत्व (Sponsorship & Donations):हा भव्य चित्ररथ साकारण्यासाठी आणि आपला भारतीय वारसा या जागतिक मंचावर मोठ्या दिमाखात सादर करण्यासाठी आपल्या मंडळाला आर्थिक पाठबळाची गरज आहे. आपण खालील लिंकद्वारे थेट देणगी देऊ शकता.  येथे देणगी द्या (Donate Here)(टीप: CMA ही नोंदणीकृत धर्मादाय संस्था नसल्यामुळे\, या देणगीवर टॅक्स क्रेडिट पावती मिळणार नाही\, परंतु तुमचे योगदान आपल्या संस्कृतीला जागतिक ओळख देईल!)तसेच\, आपल्या ओळखीच्या व्यावसायिक संस्थांकडून Sponsorship Leads मिळवून देण्यात मदत करावी ही नम्र विनंती. तुमच्या ओळखी मध्ये कुणी व्यावसायिक प्रायोजकत्वास इच्छुक असल्यास रोहन संखे ह्यांना special.events@cmacalgary.caयेथे संपर्क साधावा कॅल्गरी स्टॅम्पीड परेड आणि ढोल-ताशा पथक २०२६ नोंदणी:दरवर्षीप्रमाणे\, यंदाही आपण आपल्या सभासदांना या जागतिक स्तरावरील परेडचा आणि वर्षभरातील इतर कार्यक्रमांचा भाग होण्याची सुवर्णसंधी देत आहोत. ढोल-ताशा पथक नोंदणी (सर्व कार्यक्रमांसाठी): वर्षातील सर्व विविध सार्वजनिक कार्यक्रमांत सादरीकरण करण्यासाठी पथकाची दारे सर्व सभासदांसाठी खुली आहेत.नोंदणी करण्यासाठी कृपया फॉर्म लवकरात लवकर भरा:  स्टॅम्पीड परेड २०२६ विशेष टीप: चित्ररथाच्या आकारामुळे यंदा मुख्य स्टॅम्पीड परेडच्या दिवशी चालणाऱ्या पथकासाठी जागा अत्यंत मर्यादित आहेत. या विशिष्ट परेडसाठीची नोंदणी क्षमता संपताच फॉर्म बंद केला जाईल (वेटलिस्टसह).नोंदणी करण्यासाठी कृपया फॉर्म लवकरात लवकर भरा नोंदणीचे महत्त्वाचे नियम: सभासदत्व सक्तीचे: ढोल-ताशा पथकात आणि कॅल्गरी स्टॅम्पीड परेड मध्ये सामील होण्यासाठी CMA चे २०२६ चे सभासदत्व अनिवार्य आहे. (सभासद होण्यासाठी भेट द्या: https://www.cmacalgary.ca/)\n\nअंतिम निवड प्रक्रिया: स्टॅम्पीड परेडसाठीची अंतिम निवड ही तुमची कौशल्ये\, शारीरिक क्षमता (Stamina)\, सरावातील नियमितता आणि तुमची बांधिलकी यावर आधारित असेल.\n\nशारीरिक क्षमता (Endurance): परेडमध्ये ५ किलोमीटर चालणे\, परेड सुरू होण्यापूर्वी ३+ तास उभे राहणे आणि बदलत्या हवामानाला सामोरे जाण्याची तयारी असणे आवश्यक आहे.चला तर मग\, आपल्या संस्कृतीचा हा सोनेरी वारसा आणि कॅनडा-भारताची मैत्री साजरी करण्यासाठी सज्ज होऊया! Namaskar Mandali\, For over 40 years\, the Calgary Marathi Association (CMA)\, with your invaluable support\, has successfully preserved and promoted our rich heritage. Today\, we are absolutely thrilled and honored to announce that for the 5th consecutive year\, CMA has received approval to represent our Matrubhumi\, India\, at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth—the Calgary Stampede Parade!Our journey over the past four years has been nothing short of spectacular\, from our first Dhol Taasha beats in 2022 and the Palkhi Wari in 2023\, to winning the Fan Favourite Award in 2024 and securing 2nd Prize for our Royal Wagon entry in 2025 when we collaborated with other organizations of Indian Heritage.For 2026\, we are taking our biggest leap yet: Building Our First-Ever Float!Thanks to the unanimous support of our members\, CMA is proudly building a custom 12-foot-tall Parade Float!Our locked-in theme is “From Himalayas to Rockies.” This push-float is a brilliant\, visual celebration highlighting the beautiful similarities between our two cultures. We are keeping the final look under wraps—it will be exclusively revealed to the world on the parade route on July 3rd\, 2026!Help Us Make It Happen – Sponsor or Donate:Bringing a custom 12-foot float to life on a global stage requires significant financial resources. We are calling upon our community to help fund this historic milestone.If you run a business or know organizations that would love global eyeballs\, please share Sponsorship Leads with us!  If you have any leads for sponsorship\, please drop a note to Rohan Sankhe:special.events@cmacalgary.caYou can also directly contribute via our payment link below: Donate Here (Note: CMA is not a registered charity\, so tax receipts won’t be eligible for tax credits\, but your immense support will echo through the streets of Calgary!)Dhol Tasha Pathak & Parade 2026Registration: This initiative helps members develop new skills while providing a platform to live their passion. Year-Round Dhol Tasha Pathak: Registration is open to all members for various community and multi-cultural events throughout the year.Please sign up using the link below as soon as possible: https://forms.gle/iJNCnjFRvpdwS3ncA Stampede Parade Day Capacity: Because we are managing our new float on the route\, spots specifically for the Stampede Parade walking troupe are strictly limited this year. We will close the registration line (including the waitlist) for the Stampede day as soon as we hit capacity.Please sign up using the link below as soon as possible: https://forms.gle/tNy8W7kLSP9n72Ab6Important Guidelines for Participation: Mandatory Membership: Only active CMA Members in good standing can join the Dhol Taasha Pathak and the Stampede Parade troupe. To purchase or renew your membership\, visit: https://www.cmacalgary.ca/\n\nSelection Criteria: Final selection for the Stampede Parade Troupe will be strictly based on performance skill set\, stamina\, endurance\, commitment\, and attendance at all practice sessions.\n\nPhysical Endurance: Participants must be prepared for a 5 km walk\, up to 3 hours of wait time at the staging grounds (with no seating)\, and resilience to changing weather conditions.Let’s come together to make this 5th-anniversary milestone an unforgettable celebration of Indian heritage and Canadian camaraderie!Warm Regards\,The Stampede Team
URL:https://www.cmacalgary.ca/pages/event/calgary-stampede-2026/
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SUMMARY:🌺 Calgary Ganesh Mahotsav – Calgarycha Raja 2026 🌺
DESCRIPTION:नमस्कार मंडळी\, संपूर्ण वर्षभर ज्या क्षणाची आपण आतुरतेने वाट पाहतो\, तो नयनरम्य क्षण आता समीप आला आहे! महाराष्ट्राची खरी परंपरा जपत\, कॅल्गरी मराठी असोसिएशन घेऊन येत आहे शहराचा सर्वात मोठा\, भव्य आणि भक्तिमय सोहळा“ कॅल्गरी गणेश महोत्सव – कॅल्गरीचा राजा २०२६ “! We are thrilled to present Calgary’s premier event of the year\, ” Calgary Ganesh Mahotsav – Calgarycha Raja 2026 “! Brought to you by the Calgary Marathi Association (CMA)\, join us for an authentic Ganapati festival rooted deeply in Maharashtrian heritage\, a grand celebration of devotion\, rich culture\, and vibrant community spirit. Book tickets🗓️ Event Details Date: Sunday\, September 20\, 2026\n\nLocation: The Genesis Centre\, 10\, 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE\, Calgary\, AB T3J 0C9; Refer to the Google Map Link\n\nDress Code (Optional): Regional Traditional Attires (Sarees\, Kurtas\, Phetas\, Nauvari\, etc.)⏰ Program Schedule TimeEvent Details11:00 AM – 12:15 PMRegistration\, Ganapati Sthapana & Poojan\, Samuhik Atharvashirsha & Aarti12:30 PM – 2:00 PMDelicious Lunch (Food serving will end promptly at 1:45 PM)2:15 PM – 5:00 PMCultural Programs5:00 PM – 5:45 PMTea with Light Snacks6:00 PM – 7:00 PMGanpati Visarjan featuring our famous Dhol TashaSecure Your Spot at Calgarycha Raja 2026!We are thrilled to announce that ticket sales are officially open! Like on previous years\, you can choose your exact seating using the interactive venue map during checkout. Take advantage of bulk booking to reserve a seat with your close friends\, while staying right in the heart of the festive energy where you can meet new faces and create lasting community connections. Seats are limited\, so reserve early to get the best spots in the house! 👉 Click Here to Purchase Your Tickets  Book tickets ✨ Introducing: Home Ganapati Makhar (Decoration) Competition! ✨ Do you create a spectacular Makhar (decoration) for Bappa at your home? We know the love\, creativity\, and devotion that goes into making Lord Ganesha’s seating so beautiful. This year\, the Calgary Marathi Association wants you to share that artistry with the entire community! Showcase the stunning Makhar (decoration) you create for Bappa at home! To enter\, simply post high-quality photos of your home Ganapati decoration on your personal social media handles (Facebook/Instagram) and tag the Calgary Marathi Association (CMA). The top 3 posts with the highest combined engagement (likes & comments) will be selected as our winners! Winners will be announced during the event. 🤝 Get Involved & Register We invite our vibrant community to join hands in making this year’s Ganesh Mahotsav a monumental success! Please use the links below to sign up\, volunteer\, or participate in various activities: CategoryAction Cultural Performances & GuidelinesRegister your group for this year’s cultural performances Click Here Sponsorship & Vendor Stall RegistrationSupport our event and showcase your business! Click Here Lucky Draw for Ganapati Sthapana PujaEnter our lucky draw for a cherished opportunity to perform the sacred opening rituals alongside the Committee Click Here Ganesh Aarti & Atharvashirsha RecitationRegister your participation for group chanting and offering Aarti. Click Here Marathi Paul Padate PudheNominate or register individuals for our annual initiative honoring and recognizing outstanding talent within our local Marathi community. Submission Deadline: August 25\, 2026 Click Here Volunteer Registration (Guest Experience & Food)Be the welcoming smile of our celebration! Join the team to help manage guest experience\, food services\, and crowd flow. Click HereLet’s come together to welcome Calgarycha Raja with zeal and devotion. Ganpati Bappa Morya! A big Thank You to our Sponsors for their generous support !!!We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their immense generosity and for standing strong with us to keep our Marathi heritage thriving in Calgary!\n\n\n\n\n\n Want to stay connected with all the latest CMA happenings?Get your Membership here : Membership Link
URL:https://www.cmacalgary.ca/pages/event/%f0%9f%8c%ba-calgary-ganesh-mahotsav-calgarycha-raja-2026-%f0%9f%8c%ba/
LOCATION:The Genesis Centre\, 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE\, Calgary\, T3J 0C9\, Canada
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