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Oct 12 – The Foundation Is In
The next phase of the temple expansion has begun – Footings and Foundation. If you visit the temple this week what you will see is the base outline of concrete for the foundation. Our own DarshanJi added positive energy to the project and the upcoming building with the inclusion of “Sudarshana Yantra” in the foundation.
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Aug 29 – Sunderkand Path
Hindu Temple of Siouxland observed Sunderkand Path at our temple. The reading of Sunderkand (Sundarakandam in other regions) is considered extremely auspicious. The community came together for the spiritually uplifting Sunderkand Path with devotion and prayer for the blessings of Lord Hanuman. The event was sponsored by Bharath & Shubhra Foundation, a long time benefactor…
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Aug 21 – Vara Mahalakshmi Vratam
Hindu Temple of Siouxland celebrated the auspicious Vara Mahalakshmi Vratam at the temple. Maha Varalakshmi Vratam is a sacred Hindu observance performed to seek the blessings of Goddess Varalakshmi—the manifestation of Goddess Lakshmi who bestows divine boons (vara). Observed primarily on the Friday preceding the full moon day (Pournami) in the month of Shravana (July–August),…
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Aug 2 – Kite Flying Festival
It was fun, food and celebration at Hindu Temple of Siouxland. The community came together to fly special kites brought in from India. The event started at around 11 AM and was soon packed with members of the community. Young and old could be seen flying the kites. Some friendly kite-fights added some drama to…
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July 18 – Jagannatha Yatra
Hindu Temple of Siouxland celebrated the Annual Jagannatha Ratha Yatra with pomp and splendor on July 18 at the temple. As always, Dr. Dash was our Grand Sponsor for the celebration and had an active participation in the event. He was one of the first to arrive early in the morning. Jagannatha Ratha Yatra has…
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July 11-12 Prana Pratisthapana
With the generous donation from donors in our community, HTOS procured a Sudarshana Narasimha idol in June 2026. The idol has been specially made with Panchaloha in Kumbakonam, India. Sudarshana Narasimha Swamy is a double-sided idol, typically cast in a single piece of metal. Prana Pratisthapana is typically a multi-day event involving the temple priest and…
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July 2 – Bhoomi Pooja
On July 2, 2026 we successfully completed the Bhoomi Pooja for our temple expansion, a.k.a Phase II. This auspicious ceremony marked an important milestone in our journey to build a lasting spiritual and cultural home for our community. It was wonderful to have the donors present for the event along with many in the community.…