Chandler hosts Diwali celebrations at…

CHANDLER, Ariz. - Chandler's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Division and Chandler Public Library invite the community to four Diwali celebrations at each library branch. Diwali is one of the most popular festivals of Hinduism and serves as a beautiful reminder that light protects us from spiritual darkness.

The four celebrations include:

• Diwali Festival of Lights Celebration
  Saturday, Nov. 2 | 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  Downtown Chandler Library, 22 S. Delaware St.
  Attendees can immerse themselves in India's rich beauty on the library's second floor with vibrant dance performances and music that captures the spirit of Diwali. Visit Diwali Festival of Lights to view the performance schedule. There also will be hands-on crafts available in The Makery, plus face and henna painting. This event is sponsored by SRP.

• Diwali Family Festival
  Friday, Oct. 25 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
  Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave.
  Experience the beauty of Indian culture with dance performances, audience dancing and family crafts.

• Diwali - The Festival of Lights at Basha
  Monday, Oct. 28 | 3-5:30 p.m.
  Basha Library, 5990 S. Val Vista Drive
  This family-friendly event includes Diwali stories, crafts, henna art, music and dance performances to learn more about the culture. Whether you celebrate Diwali or want to learn more about it, join us for this fun event.
  
• Diwali Family Celebration
  Tuesday, Oct. 29 | 4-6 p.m.
  Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Road
  This free celebration will feature traditional music, art, crafts and a special storytime.

For more information about this year's Diwali community celebrations, contact Dara Gibson with the city's DEI Division at 480-782-2221.

Media contact:
Stephanie Romero
Public Information Officer, City of Chandler
480-782-2231