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Gnananada Seva Samajam Namasankirthana Mela and Radha Kalyanam signup sheet

Dear All,

We are excited to announce an upcoming opportunity to get involved and make a meaningful impact in our community! Gnananada Seva Samajam (GSS), is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to join us for our monthly bhajans & yearly events like Namaruchi and Namasankeerthana Mela & Radhaa Kalyaanam (Celestial Wedding of Radhaa & Krishna)

Our Goals at Gnananada Seva Samajam (GSS):

At GSS, we are committed to:

Spreading Namasankeerthanam: Our mission is to revive and spread the heritage of Namasankeerthanam, promoting devotion through the power of music.
Reviving Cultural Heritage: We aim to reconnect our community with the rich tradition of bhakti (devotion) through music, fostering a deeper spiritual connection and cultural appreciation.
Charitable Activities: We are dedicated to feeding the poor daily and providing care and support to the elderly, ensuring they receive the attention and respect they deserve.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back, meet new people, and develop new skills. By donating your time and effort, you will help us achieve our goal of reviving the ancient tradition of Namasankeerthanam and bringing awareness of this beautiful art form to the younger generation. Additionally, your support will contribute to our charitable initiatives, such as feeding the poor daily and taking care of the elderly. Your participation can truly make a difference!


Benefits of Volunteering:

Personal Satisfaction: Contribute to a cause you care about.
Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals.
Skill Development: Gain valuable experience and skills.
Community Service Hours: Earn service hours if required for your school, college, or organization.
We hope you will consider joining us in this rewarding endeavor. Together, we can create positive change and build a stronger community. Thank you for your support and dedication!

To sign up, select a row below

Show volunteers

What and when
Open
 
Loading mela items from 14423 Ashleigh Green Rd, MD
Friday August 30, time : 1.00 -3.00pm
Rakesh R., Karthik R., Balaji H., Ravi D.,
FULL
Unloading mela items at SSVT, (carts from SSVT can be used)
Friday August 30, 6.00pm
Rakesh R., Sriram S., Karthik R., Ravi D.,
FULL
Food for volunteers - set up Pongal medium tray for 25 people
Friday August 30, 6.00pm
Nandini D.,
FULL
Food for volunteers - set Thayir saadam medium tray for 25 people
Friday August 30, 6.00pm
Nandini D.,
FULL
Food for volunteers - set up Chutney
Friday August 30, 6.00pm
Nandini D.,
FULL
Stage background set up, put banners up and help in hanging decorations on ceiling and walls
Friday August 30 Time: 6pm to 9 pm
Nandini D., Radhika K., Nikita S., Rakesh R.,
FULL
Stage set up for pooja - set up the dias, help in decorating the idols and set up the area
Friday August 30 Time: 6pm to 9 pm
Nandini D., Radhika K., Nikita S., Rohit R., Rohit R.,
FULL
Decoration around the hall and chair set up
Friday August 30 Time: 6pm to 9 pm
Nikita S., Rakesh R., Sriram S.,
FULL
Audio equipment setup and operations for 2 days
Friday August 30, Saturday August 31 and September 1
Sriram S., Bill J., Kannan G.,
FULL
Front desk set up - arrange advertising and store in front
Friday August 30, Time: 6pm to 9 pm
Rakesh R., Smrithi K.,
FULL
Ganapathi Homam set up in the homam hall for next day homam
Friday August 30 Time: 6pm to 9 pm
Srikanth N., Rohit R.,
FULL
Gurupada puja set up - prep for next days abhisekam and receiving the padukas
Friday August 30 Time: 6pm to 9 pm
Hari U.,
1
1
Vegetable cutting - prep for next days meals
Friday August 30 Time: 6pm to 9 pm @ Daya's house
Raji N., Ramesh I., Padmasree V., Sujatha V.,
FULL
Vegetable cutting - prep for next days meals
Saturday August 31, Time: 6pm to 9 pm @ Daya's house
Sujatha V., Vijaykumar S.,
2
2
Gnapathi Homam
Saturday August 31, 7am- 9.00am
Srikanth S., Raji N.,
FULL
Ganapathi homam steamed kozhakattai 51 pieces
Saturday August 31 homam required by 6 am SSVT
Nandini D., Radhika K.,
FULL
Ganapathi homam fried kozhakattai -51 pieces
Saturday August 31, homam required by 6 am SSVT
Manju S.,
1
1
Guru pada puja panchamirtham (please stick your name and prasadam meant for the event)
Saturday August 31, required by 6 am SSVT
Nandini D.,
FULL
Guru pada puja sweet
Saturday August 31, required by 6 am SSVT
Vidya P.,
FULL
Guru pada puja sundal
Saturday August 31, required by 6 am SSVT
Vidya P.,
FULL
Guru pada puja rice and parupu 1 cup with little paruppu
Saturday August 31, required by 6 am SSVT
Vidya P.,
FULL
Guru pada puja rice and parupu 1 cup with little paruppu
Sunday September 1 required by 6 am SSVT
Vidya P.,
FULL
Guru pada puja sweet
Sunday September 1 required by 6 am SSVT
Vidya P.,
FULL
Guru pada puja sundal
Sunday September 1 required by 6 am SSVT
Vidya P.,
FULL
Ashtapadi prasadams (sweets and any savories)
Saturday August 31 & Sunday September 1
Radhika K., Arthi S., Vidya K., Sangeetha S., Nirmala M., Usha V., Lakshmi S., Padma A., Srikanth S., Sangeetha S., Vidya P.,
1
1
Divya namam prasadam for puja vidhanam (sweet) 1 small box
Saturday August 31 required by 5.00pm
Sujatha V.,
FULL
Divya namam prasadam paruppu payasam for 50 people
Saturday August 31 required by 5.00pm
Arthi S.,
1
1
Radha kalyaanam bhakshanams
Sunday September 1
Nandini D., Vidya P., Radhika K., Arthi S., Nikita S., Padmasree V., Mahi D., Vidya K., Vidya P.,
31
31
Dolosthavam - Milk boiled with vasanai powders
Sunday September 1 required by 4.00pm
1
1
Dolosthavam - sweet 1 small box
Sunday September 1 required by 4.00pm
1
1
Vadai malai for Anjeneyar (21 vadais)
Sunday September 1 required by 4.00pm
Geetha M.,
FULL
Thayir saatham for Anjaneyar (1 cup)
Sunday September 1 required by 4.00pm
Arthi S.,
FULL
Food transportation
Saturday August 31, lunch and dinner (11.00am lunch and 6.00pm)
Nandini D., Sathish E., Srinivasan J., Sriram K.,
1
1
Food transportation
Sunday September 1
Sathish E., Srinivasan J., Sriram K.,
2
2
Food serving for Bhagavathas
Saturday August 31
Nandini D., Padma A., Sriram S., Manu V.,
FULL
Food serving for Bhagavathas
Sunday September 1
Nandini D., Manu V., Padma A., Padma A.,
FULL
Food serving for Public
Saturday August 31
Nandini D., Radhika K., Jyoti S., Smrithi K.,
3
3
Food serving for Public
Sunday September 1
Smrithi K., Arjun A., Arjun A.,
4
4
Bhatchanam packing and bagging for distribution
Sunday September 1
Smrithi K.,
4
4
Clean up
Sunday September 1
Nandini D., Rakesh R., Ravi D., Dayalalitha R.,
2
2
Pick up Lazaro from Shady grove train station and drop at Daya's place
Saturday August 31, Sunday September 01
Nandini D.,
FULL
Pickup and drop out of state guests
Friday August 30
Sriram S.,
2
2
Accommodation for out of town guests
Saturday August 31 and Sunday September 1
3
3
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