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Fri, June 29 2007 08:00 09:00 09:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 12:00 12:00 01:00 01:00 02:00 02:00 03:00 03:00 04:00 04:00 05:00 05:00 06:00 06:00 07:00 07:00 08:00 08:00 09:00 09:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 00:00
Registration/Event Sign Up   H H H H H H  
Mix and Mingle   H H H H
Sat, June 30 2007 08:00 09:00 09:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 12:00 12:00 01:00 01:00 02:00 02:00 03:00 03:00 04:00 04:00 05:00 05:00 06:00 06:00 07:00 07:00 08:00 08:00 09:00 09:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 00:00
Cultural Seminar H H H  
Brainiacs   H H H  
Odi-Gras   P P P P P  
Cultural Programs   P P P P P P  
Fun Zone   P P P P  
Viva la Vivacious   H H H H
Sun, July 01 2007 08:00 09:00 09:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 12:00 12:00 01:00 01:00 02:00 02:00 03:00 03:00 04:00 04:00 05:00 05:00 06:00 06:00 07:00 07:00 08:00 08:00 09:00 09:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 00:00
Communication Seminar H H H  
Tiny Tot Talent Show   H H H  
Orympics   P P P P  
Cruise Connection   X X X X X X  
Cultural Programs   P P P P P P  
Fun Zone   P P P P  
OSA Idol   H H H H
                                                                 
  Legend P Ford Performing Arts Center H Hyatt Regency Dearborn X Detroit River Cruise
If you have any questions or comments or suggestions, please contact Smriti Panda at spanda@wayne.edu.

Event Details
Event:  Mix And Mingle (Hawaiin Luau) Date: June 29, 2007
Venue: Hyatt Regency Dearborn, Poolside Time: 10:00pm - 12:00am
Come and join us Friday night for a poolside ‘Mix and Mingle’ and get to know the Oriya Youth attending the OSA convention. The theme is a Hawaiian Luau so come in beach (poolside) gear and be prepared to be transported to Hawaii. We have planned activities to help the youth make new aquaintance and renew old friendships and kick-off for a fun-filled weekend.
Things to remember: Swim or beach wear, tonnes of enthusiasm!
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Event: Brainiacs (Youth Quiz Bowl) Date: June 30, 2007
Venue: Hyatt Regency Dearborn, Regency Rm J Time: 9:45am-11:00am 
If you enjoy playing or watching Jeopardy, this activity is a must for you. We will have both individual as well as team activities. In order to encourage our younger children to participate in this event, we are having a special session just for ages 7-10. We would also like to encourage our older youth and parents to participate. We would like to have a healthy competition with mixed groups such as adults and youth. The Quiz Bowl will include questions pertaining to American, Indian and Oriya culture, history etc.
Register for this event at Youth Registration Booths. (Back To Events Schedule)
Event:  Odi-Gras (Youth Carnival) Date: June 30, 2007
Venue: Ford Performing Arts Center, Ball Field Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
So you missed 'Madris-Gras' this year? Dont fret! ‘Odi-Gras’ is here. A fun-filled carnival with many cute games and activities for all ages - such as face painting, ring-the-bottle and balloon fights and even a clown. The adults are sure to scream with joy at the sight of their very own "chakka" with "panna dukana", "chaha stand". "gup chup - chaat wala", and all. Please email us and give your ideas on what activities you would like to see at the carnival.
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Event: Viva La Vivacious (Youth Dance) Date: June 30, 2007
Venue: Hyatt Regency Dearborn, Desotto Room Time: 10:00pm - 12:00am
Come and dance the night away with your old friends as well as the new ones you have just made. The only requirement for admission to the dance is a smile on your face. Make sure you put in a request to the D.J. for your favorite song. The music will be a mixture of Indian and American. Please feel free to email us with music requests.
Things to remember: Dress to impress, dancing shoes, and most importantly, having fun!
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Event: Tiny Tot Talent Show Date: July 01, 2007
Venue: Hyatt Regency Dearborn, Regency Rm J Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
This event is specifically designed for our youth ages 3-7 years old. They can sing, dance, do karate, fashion show, gymnastics etc. One thing is for sure, no matter what kids these ages do, they look adorable. The event will be held in the Hyatt Regency, Regency Rm J in a child friendly atmosphere.
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Event:  Orympics (Youth Sports) Date: July 01, 2007
Venue:Ford Performing Arts Center, Ball Field Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Keeping the theme of the convention, "Diversity", we are planning to introduce some activities where both athletic and non-athletic kids can be involved. There are three different sports categories for the children ages 3-7, 8-12, and 13-18.  Email us and give us some suggestions regarding the types of sports activities you would like to see.
Things to remember: Athletic gear, sun screen, winning attitude!
Register for this event at Youth Registration Booths. (Back To Events Schedule)
Event: Cruise Connection (River Cruise) Date: July 01, 2007
Venue: Detroit River Time: Bus leaves PAC at 2:00pm
Enjoy the spectacular view of the U.S. on one side and Canada on the other from the middle of the Detroit River. Participants will enjoy activities on a 2 hour boat ride on the Detroit River. Participants must sign in at PAC lobby by 1:45 pm. The cost of the boat ride is 15.00 per person.
Things to remember: In accordance with Homeland Security policies, ALL guests must provide proper valid identification upon request. So dont forget to bring your passport or other ID!
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Event: OSA Idol (Youth Mehfil) Date: July 01, 2007
Venue: Hyatt Regency Dearborn, Desotto Room Time: 10:00pm - 12:00am
This event will run simultaneously with the Adult Mehefil. This is open to all between the ages of 8-25 who would like to have some fun and show their talents. As a group, we possess many different and diverse talents among us. You can tell jokes, do skits, sing, dance, play an instrument, and do a fashion show etc…. We would like to encourage group participation, if possible. The only pre-requisites for attending the Youth Entertainment Night are to be ready and willing to have lots of fun and to encourage your friends while they entertain.
Register for this event at Youth Registration Booths. (Back To Events Schedule)
Event:  Seminars and Open Dialogue Date: June 30, 2007 & July 01, 2007
Venue: Hyatt Regency Dearborn, Regency Rm J Time: (Sat)8:00-9:30am & (Sun)8:00-9:30am
We are in the process of planning some seminars which we feel are of interest to the Youth. They include topics such as
  • communicating with second and third generation teen-agers;
  • learning more about Orissa history and culture.
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    Event:  Cultural Programs Date: June 30, 2007 & July 01, 2007
    Venue: Ford performing Arts Center Time: (Sat & Sun) 5:00pm - 8:00pm
    A showcase of our Oriya and Indian heritage and diveristy within the community at large, these programs are bound to thrill and entrall crowds of all ages. Be prepared to thump along to heart-stomping music, laugh till you cry at the comedies and parodies and be transported into the cultural wonderland of Orissa.
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    Event:  Fun Zone (Baby Play Area) Date: June 30, 2007 & July 01, 2007
    Venue: Ford performing Arts Center Time: (Sat & Sun)6:00pm-8:00pm
    We will also have a room available for parents with small children who may need a quiet place to feed their children or help them settle down for a nap. We will also fill this room up with toys for young tots and toddlers, so that they have a special of their own. Parents, you will be responsible for the safety and care of your babies. However, if you would like, you may hire some trained baby-sitters that might be available through Ford PAC.
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    If you have any questions or comments or suggestions, please contact Smriti Panda at spanda@wayne.edu.