Krishna Fest at Govinda’s on August 21

Krishna‘s Birthday is August 21, and Govinda’s Natural Foods is hosting Krishna Fest 2011 from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. On the main stage, the Urvashi Dance Troupe will perform traditional and Indian folkdances and Elemental Artistry fire spinners will mesmerize the crowd with spectacular feats. There will be vegetarian food booths, cooking demonstrations, yoga classes, martial arts demonstrations and a raffle of services
offered by the community. A kid’s activity area offers arts and crafts, a jump castle, face paining and a magician to keep them entertained.

On the spiritual side, there will be kirtan and chanting sacred mantras by two groups: The Red Rock Rishis, from Sedona, and Pratap & Raj, from Nepal. Temple ceremonies will go on throughout the evening. A free feast and birthday cake will be served at midnight to all guests. The event is free and open to the public.

Location: 711 E. Blacklidge Dr., Tucson. For more information call 792-0630 or visit GovindasOfTucson.com.