Experience Indian Culture at the Lane Cove Diwali & Dussehra Festival Celebrations

Join the Lane Cove Indian Community for an enchanting Diwali & Dussehra celebration on Saturday, the 28 October, 2023 in the Lane Cove Canopy from 5 pm-7 pm:

This event will feature:

  • Mesmerizing performances by professional dancers from Indian Dance schools.
  • Talented kids showcasing their skills.
  • Graceful Indian folk dance performances.

This is a family-friendly event that you won’t want to miss!

Indian classical dancer coming to perform on the 28th

Calling All Young Artists and Crafters Diwali & Dussehra Art and Craft Competition!

Join in promoting eco-conscious creativity and celebrating Diwali & Dussehra in a sustainable way. Your child’s artwork could be in the spotlight during the grand festivities. Don’t miss out!

Is your child passionate about art and committed to a sustainable future? Join their online competition to showcase your child’s talents and have their artwork featured on the Canopy big screen during the Diwali and Dussehra celebrations on 28 October 2023.

Hand designed Diyas

Theme: Celebrate  Utsav-2023 with Sustainable Creativity

Competition Categories:

  1. Eco-Friendly Diya Decoration: Design and decorate a Diwali diya using sustainable and natural materials.
  2. Ravana Effigy Craft: Create a mini Ravana effigy from recyclable or eco-friendly materials.
  3. Green Rangoli Art: Craft a stunning, eco-friendly Rangoli design using natural colors and materials.
  4. Upcycled Decorations: Design eco-friendly decorations or ornaments using upcycled items.
  5. Drawing/sketching

Age Groups:
– Group A: 5-8 years
– Group B: 9-12 years
– Group C: 13-16 years

Made with paper and rice

How to Participate:

  1. Create your sustainable art or craft piece according to the category and theme.
  2. Take clear photos or videos of the creation. The photo/video should contain 2 lines of introduction.
  3. Submit your entry to [email protected]
  4. Mention your name, age group, and category with the submission.

Showcase Opportunity:

All entries will be displayed on the large Canopy screen during our Diwali & Dussehra celebrations, where your child’s creative masterpiece will be acknowledged and celebrated by a wide audience!

Floral rangoli

Judging Criteria:

– Creativity and Originality
– Use of Sustainable Materials
– Relevance to Diwali & Dussehra Theme
– Overall Presentation

Prizes:

🏆 *1st Place*: Gift Voucher
🥈 *2nd Place*: Eco-Friendly Art Supplies
🥉 *3rd Place*: Sustainable Craft Kit

*Important Dates:*
– *Submission Deadline:* 22.10.23
– *Judging:* 27.10.23
– *Winners Announcement:* 28.10.23

Dress them up to receive the prizes

Up cycle Diwali decorations

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