
Miami Association of Indian
Americans for Culture and Arts


Dear MAIACA Patrons,
As we continue to deal with the effects of the pandemic, MAIACA is looking for ways to bring you quality programming that brings our community together and is relevant to our times.
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We have put together a list of resources to help get through these tough times. They are grouped into the following sections:
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Philanthropy for the Soul - How You Can Help The Community
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Entertainment to Feed Your Mind - Stay Positive & Connected, Keep Laughing & Moving
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Do-It-Yourselves (DIYs) to keep you smiling and looking good
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Indian Entertainment Brought to You - Music, Video, Book, TV Series Recommendations & "I for India"
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We will be periodically updating this list, so check back regularly.
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You can always email us at maiaca.inc@gmail.com with any of your thoughts and suggestions.
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Stay positive and safe.
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MAIACA Board
Philanthropy for the Soul
How You Can Help the Community
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Joshua’s Heart
Joshua's Heart, started by Joshua when he was only 4 ½ years old, provides healthy, nutritious food to families in need. With so many families in need since the COVID-19 outbreak, Joshua’s Heart has redoubled its efforts, especially with transportation services to food distribution centers. Learn more about and donate to their cause by clicking the link below.
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Camillus House
Camillus House serves the needs of the hungry and homeless. With the COVID-19 outbreak, this vulnerable population has been hit especially hard. Read about this amazing organization and its efforts by clicking the link below.
https://www.camillus.org/donate/covid-19-response/#.XrMljG5uln4
The Miami Foundation
An umbrella organization supporting the efforts of multiple non-profits within our community, the Miami Foundation has compiled a list to help Greater Miami residents, non-profits, and small businesses connect to helpful resources to assist those most affected by the pandemic. Their website is updated regularly with valuable funding opportunities, ways to give, and resources for residents.
Lotus House Shelter
Help out by dropping off essential supplies that many do not have access to such as
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Hand sanitizer
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Bars of soap
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2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner
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Bottles of water
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Paper plates & cups
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Plastic cutlery
Open every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 217 NW 15th St. Overtown
IG: @lotushouse1
Entertainment to Feed Your Mind
Stay Positive & Connected, Keep Laughing & Moving
Making Virtual Moves – Dr. Raj & Angelica
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Join MAIACA's in-house doctor, Niraj Mehta, on Fridays and Saturdays to learn some Bollywood moves that are sure to keep you active and entertained.
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Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m


Comedy Zoom Room – Zarna Garg
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If it's true that "Laughter is the best medicine," then let the healing begin! Invite the award-winning stand-up comedian Zarna Garg to your next Zoom party or check out her clips online by clicking on the website below! You will love it!
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Do-It-Yourselves (DIYs) to Keep You Smiling and Looking Good
Quick & Easy Home Haircut Tutorial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ewJDxnYkNU
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DIY Eyebrows and Upper Lip: Geeta’s tips on how to shape your own eyebrows
Indian Entertainment Brought to You
Music, Video, Book, TV Series Recommendations & "I for India"
Music for the Soul
Talat Aziz
Live on Instagram & Facebook - Friday nights
@talatazizofficial
Tribute Videos to Two Legendary Indian Actors
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Top 10 Best Irrfan Khan Movies List - Irrfan Khan Best Movies https://youtu.be/A_uOL2uoCGU
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Top 10 Best Rishi Kapoor Movies List - Rishi Kapoor Best Movies
Book Recommendations
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Chita Banerjee Divakaruni - Oleander Girl
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Alka Joshi - The Henna Artist
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Chetan Bhagat - The Girl in Room 105
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Arvinda Adiga - The White Tiger
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Vikram Seth - A Suitable Boy
TV Series Recommendations
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Family Karma on Bravo
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Special Ops on Hotstar
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Family Man on Netflix
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Stories by Rabindranath Tagore on Netflix
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Panchayat on Prime Now

All communicated one common powerful message: "I Can, I Will, and I Must"
The virtual concert, "I for India," raised funds to fight the novel coronavirus pandemic and help all affected.
This successful initiative of director-producers Karan Johar and Zoya Akhtar brought many popular Bollywood and international celebrities.
https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?=3257189814293937&ref=watch_permalink