The Triveni Executive Committee is pleased to report that more than 175 people attended our Ugadi celebration on April 13, 2013. The event was a big success and we would like to thank all of you who came in such good numbers and for your help. We welcome the new members to the Triveni family who joined us, and look forward to your active participation in future Triveni programs.We would also like to thank all the performers who worked so hard to put on a beautiful show. Throughout the evening and afterward, we received many positive comments about the wonderful diversity and high quality of the performances.

Some highlights of the day were:

•  An outstanding Children’s variety programs from Triveni Chinnaris
• The melodious Janapath geethe by Triveni members and EC members
•  A scholarly and informative talk on Mahashivarathri by Dr. Jayaram
• A enjoyable “Triveni Sangam” program during which previous Triveni Presidents were recognized for their dedication and leadership
• The recital of a beautiful poems by Dr Udupa
• The superb violin and mridanga concert performed by Sharada and Bharat
•   And to cap off the evening, the function featured a high quality and fantastic dance-drama by the highly acclaimed artists “Shri Vidwan Chetan Hebber & Party”. This performance was highly appreciated by all of the audience.

Our warmest thanks to all these participants for their excellent performances. A number of you expressed your appreciation and made many positive comments about the programs; you encouraged the artists by recognizing their dedication and hard work. This appreciation for their work is the fuel that keeps the spirit of the artists and the organizers high and helps bring quality programs. We thank you for your kindness and generosity.

We would like to give our thanks to a few more:

•  To our master of ceremony, Devakar Gouda, who conducted the day’s proceedings with wit and charm
• Very special thanks to Triveni’s Chinnaris for their outstanding performance and kudos & thanks to all the moms and dads for their hard work, time, and sacrifice in getting the kids prepared
• On behalf of the Triveni members we would like to thank the entire pervious president’s of Triveni for taking their time and responding to our invitation. We hope that you all enjoyed the Ex-Presidents' “Triveni Sangama” and our undertaking of creating a much-needed documentary about how Triveni has evolved.
• To the generous donors who have been extraordinary and really made this event possible
• The Demasi Middle School authorities for their excellent facilities and Tom Hilferty for his outstanding support with technical needs.
• The many volunteers who provided outstanding help and support in all areas including sound management, registration, decoration, snack and dinner set up, equipment transportation, and whatever else was needed to run the event successfully.
• And last, but not least, a very sincere thank you to all the attendees; you are responsible for the day’s success! Without your continued support, we would never be able to put on events like these, so we thank you.

We know we could have done some things even better, especially in the area of time management. A few things were beyond our control and some we could have controlled better. We can say that we will learn from our mistakes, try to do improve, and pay special attention to this in future events and to do this, we will also need your co-operation. Please help us by giving your constructive suggestions, confining each item of the program to the time allotted, and arriving on time so that we can start the programs punctually. With your help and support, we are confident that we can take Triveni programs to greater heights!

 Our EC team is dedicated to involve, motivate and encourage Triveni’s youth as much as possible during our programs since they are the future of Triveni. We are asking all the parents to continue to encourage their children to get involved with activities. We want to also encourage all of you to actively participate in whatever capacity you are able. We have need of whatever time and talents you can contribute. Again, this is our Triveni: with your help, support, and attendance to the programs, we are confident that it will grow to greater heights!