Highlighting the Rotary Club of Sedona’s commitment to improving international relations will be a colorful and festive celebration of Diwali – the Festival of Lights.  The celebration feast will be held at the India Palace in Sedona on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at 5 pm.  This “fun” raising event will be the fifth in the series of New Years All Year ‘Round ethnic celebrations designed to meet Rotary International’s goal of Building Communities-Bridging Continents.

            The club selected Diwali because it is one of the most cherished festivals celebrated across India.  The festival lasts five days beginning on November 5, 2010.  The tradition of lighting oil lamps during Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil and freedom from spiritual darkness.  

            Guests to the local Diwali festival will be welcomed and encouraged to participate in authentic activities including Henna, Tarot reading and games.   The colorful Diwali feast will feature delicious Indian fare including shrimp curry, lamb vindaloo; chicken tikka masala and vegetarian specialties.  A sumptuous dessert menu will conclude the evening. 

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Tickets are $49 each.  Prepaid reservations are available at the Rotary website www.sedonarotary.org and tickets are available at the India Palace in Sedona.   “The net proceeds from the event will be dedicated to Rotary International’s world-wide polio eradication project and the club’s financial support of the local Veterans History Project” said Linda Wallace, event chair.

            The Rotary Club of Sedona meets every Tuesday noon at the Los Abrigados Resort.  Our mission is to enhance community through service and fellowship.

Contact:  Chuck Marr, Vice President          

Telephone: 928-284-9585   cmarr2@cox.net