Sikh Heritage Month

*ARTIST SPOTLIGHT* For this week's artist profile we'd like to introduce Jasmin Pannu! SWIPE to see some of her beautiful work!

Part of being an active citizen in the community is about staying keen regarding everything thats going on in the world. News about COVID-19 has been overwhelmingly high volume and it has become hard to understand the evolving precautions against the virus. That's why we'd like to get to root of the problem and understand how this virus works so we can better understand how to combat its affects. Join us on IG LIVE with Dr. Gurjit Bajwa this coming Monday at 6:30 PM EST to learn more about the actual ways in which the virus affects us and why it's so easily transmitted.

Dr. Paaras Kaur ND is a licensed naturopath who believes in the body’s innate ability to heal itself. It is part of her expertise to understand how to prevent disease and strengthen the body’s immunity. Her training includes Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture, biopuncture, electro-acupuncture, cupping, herbs), orthomolecular medicine, diet/lifestyle counselling, homeopathy, soft tissue manipulation/trigger point therapy, botanical medicine. At a time like this keeping our bodies healthy and active is extremely important. Join our IG Live with Dr. Paaras Kaur this Sunday at 4pm EST to get some tips on how to do just that! #healthandwellness #sikhheritagemonth #naturopathy

On behalf of Sikh Heritage Month Foundation, we want to wish the entire community a Happy Vaisakhi! Vaisakhi dian lakh lakh vadaeean! As we navigate through these precarious and uncertain times, let us draw on the strength of our history - the history of a people that have faced many obstacles, road blocks and hardships with a courageous, undying spirit. Although Vaisakhi had been celebrated as a day of harvest for Punjabi's years prior, the beginning of Vaisakh means much ...more for Sikhs. On this day, 321 years ago, Guru Gobind Singh Ji established the Khalsa officially by creating the initiation tradition of amrit. This tradition was first completed by the Panj Pyare (five lovers), rendering those who choose to drink the nectar, vessels to the Divine, that would fight injustice and live with the Truth as the ultimate priority. This way of life outlines a balanced understanding of the spirit which is partly the warrior, the philosopher, the saint, the teacher and the learner. Our gurus taught us to lead life with zeal and tenor, and those guiding principles are key in navigating any impediments we may face now. Although Vaisakhi is different for many this year, let us take the time to reflect on the meaning of this important day in the Sikh calendar and connect to Bani, Sangat and the Panth, safely. Whether it is through virtual content, live streams from various Gurudwaras, discussions within our families at home, or literature and films that highlight the essence of sikhi - let us do our best to capture the meaning of this day. This is also a great time to help those in need and offer dasvand (donations) to fuel the community. As Sikhs, we are taught the importance of Sarbat da Bhalla, although it may not feel like you are doing much, by staying at home we are helping all of humankind. Join us for a special online Vaisakhi Program on our IG Live tomorrow! Kirtan at 10:15am by Rosey Kaur Kirtan at 12:00pm by Dr. Jaspreet Bal Book Reading of The Garden of Peace by Navjot Kaur at 2:00pm Rehras and Kirtan at 5:00pm by Guneet Kaur Happy Vaisakhi to everyone. Stay safe, inspired, and in Chardi Kala!

quarantine idea: learn a new braiding technique!

In attempts to bring the sangat to your homes this year we will be hosting IG livestreams on our page all day to celebrate 321 years of the Khalsa Panth! We hope to connect with you virtually through Kirtan Gurbani in the morning time sung by Jaspreet Bal and Rosey Kaur, which will be followed shortly after by a book reading of 'The Sacred Garden' and, we will be ending off the day with a read-along Rehiras Sahib & Kirtan with Guneet Kaur. Set your reminders, we hope to see you join!