Chinmaya Mission Trinidad and Tobago Bal Vihar

17/10/2025

🪷🪔✨ BALA VIHAR LAKSHMI PUJA - THIS SUNDAY! ✨🪔🪷

All children, 14 years and younger, are invited to join in Lakshmi Puja this Sunday morning as we celebrate Diwali! 🌟

Together we’ll chant, sing, and learn how to offer our love and gratitude to Lakshmi Maiya, who blesses us with purity, peace, and prosperity. 🪷

Children can walk with one flower and one fruit to offer — a symbol of their love and devotion. 🌺🍎

🗓 Sunday 19th October, 2025
🕗 8:00 – 9:30 AM (be seated by 7:50 am)
📍 Radha Krishna Mandir, Chinmaya Ashram
❤️ With Pandita Sharon, Brni Kritika & Gina ji
🍽 Followed by a festive Diwali Brunch!

✨ Shubh Diwali! 🪔

Shrimad Bhagavatam Sunday Morning Satsang with Swami Prakashananda ji continues from 8 am for CHYKs & Adults!

27/09/2025

Hari Om!

🎉 Join us for an exciting in-person Balvihar session!
🗓 *Sunday 28th September , 2025*
📍 Location: Chinmaya Ashram, Couva

Your kids will enjoy:
📜 Sanskrit Mantras
📖 Stories from our scriptures
🧘‍♀ Dharmik lessons
🎶 Bhajans & more!

Register now 👉 Sign Up Here: Use this link
https://tinyurl.com/CMTTbalaviharforchildren

06/07/2025

07/06/2025

31/05/2025

🌿 Chinmaya Mission T&T Bala Vihar Presents 🌿
🚶‍♂️🌊 Zorro Waterfall Bala Vihar Family Hike 🌊🚶‍♀️

Calling all young explorers and their families! Get ready for an adventurous and refreshing morning in nature at the stunning Zorro Waterfall, Las Cuevas — a hidden gem perfect for young Bala Vihar hikers and their families.

📅 Date: Saturday 7th June
🕢 Time: 7:30 AM (Meet at Maracas) – 12:00 PM (Return to vehicle)
📍 Meeting Point (7:30 AM): After Maracas Bay, open lot across from Uncle Sam’s (near NP gas station).
🚗 All vehicles will drive together to secured parking where the hike begins.
❗ Transportation is not provided.

👧👦 Ages: 6–12 years (primary school students) and their families
👨‍👩‍👧 All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
⏱️ Hike begins at 8:30 AM sharp
🍉 Light refreshments and fruit will be provided
💧 Approx. 1 hour bathing time in open plunge pool included!

🎒 What to Bring / Dress Code:
🩳 Long, loose-fitting hiking/bathing clothes (including water tights)
🥾 Water shoes or sturdy footwear (ideally with grip)
💧 Water bottle
👕 Change of clothes
🧼 Towel
🦺 Life jacket (optional)
🎒 Small waterproof backpack (to carry essentials hands-free)
🛍️ Plastic bag or wet bag (for wet clothes/shoes)
🧴 Sunscreen (optional)
🦟 Insect repellent (optional)
🧢 Cap or hat (optional)
💊 Personal medication (e.g., for allergies or asthma)
🥪 Additional snacks (optional)

⚠️ Important Notes:
⏰ Please arrive no later than 7:30 AM at the meeting point. Late arrivals may miss the group departure.
📣 A brief safety orientation will be given before the hike begins.
🩹 A first aid kit will be available on-site.
📵 Expect limited or no cellphone reception on the trail.
🚻 There may be no restroom facilities on the trail — plan accordingly.

💰 Contribution:
👤 $100 per person
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 $300 per family of four
🅿️ + $30 parking/vehicle (to be paid directly to the attendant on site)

📝 Register here: tinyurl.com/bvhike2025
🟢 All participants must register. Everyone enters and leaves the hike location together as a group.

📞 Contact for more info: [email protected] | 309-1750

🌳💦 Let’s hike, splash, and connect in the great outdoors!

24/03/2025

⏳The Countdown is ON - 5 Days Until Dosa Day!⏳

Hari Om!

Today is the 🚨FINAL DAY🚨 to preorder for CMTT’s Chai & Dosa Day Fundraiser this Saturday!! Don’t miss out on 12 incredible Dosa varieties and Swamiji’s special Masala Chai.

✅ Preorder NOW: WhatsApp 309-1750 / 731-1970

👨🏽‍🍳 DOSAS:

1. 🆕 Poorman Dosa ($20): A zesty, herb-infused filling that brings a burst of island flavor to golden crispy dosas
2. ⁠🔹Plain Dosa ($20): A South Indian savory "crepe" made from fermented rice and urad dal batter.
3. ⁠🔹Burrito Dosa ($45): Experience the fusion of Mexico and South India with a delicious stuffing of Mexican Rice and Beans, BBQ Chataigne, Pickled Cabbage, Salsa Verde, Guacamole, Sour Cream, and more.
4. ⁠🔹Gunpowder Dosa 🌶 ($35): A spicy blend of South Indian spices and chili peppers spread on the crispy dosa.
5. ⁠🔹Mother-in-Law Dosa 🌶🌶 ($35): A fiery combination of hot peppers and fresh vegetables served on a hot dosa.
6. ⁠🔹Szechuan & Cheese Dosa 🌶 ($35): Classic South Indian and Chinese flavors come together in a spicy paste filling topped with melted cheese.
7. ⁠🔹Pesto Dosa ($35): Italy meets South India with a creamy blend of pine nuts, fresh basil, cheese, and secret spices pasted on a hot, crispy dosa.
8. ⁠⁠🔹Jini Dosa ($35): Mixed vegetable filling with melted cheese and sprinkled with South Indian spices.
9. ⁠⁠🔹Doubles Dosa ($35): A fusion of Trinidad's favorite street food and a popular South Indian specialty, featuring dosa with doubles channa filling!
10. ⁠⁠🔹Paneer Dosa ($40): Fresh Paneer (Indian cheese) filling cooked with onions and flavored with Indian spices.
11. ⁠⁠🔹Cheese Pizza Dosa ($35): Tomato sauce with a melted cheese filling.
12. ⁠⁠🔹Masala Dosa ($35): A classic masala potato filling with flavors of fenugreek, curry leaves, turmeric, and more.

☕ Masala Chai ($20): Don’t miss a cup (or two!) of Swamiji’s delicious Masala Chai - authentic Indian tea leaves boiled with a blend of aromatic spices and milk, resulting in a creamy and comforting cup of Chai!

🗓 Date: Saturday 29th March, 2025
⌚ Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
🏛 Location: Chinmaya Ashram, McBean, Couva

💌 Cost: $20-35 per dosa or 3 for $100 (excluding Paneer and Burrito Dosa)

✅ Preorder NOW: WhatsApp 309-1750 / 731-1970

Hurry and secure your dosas before it’s too late!

♨ Orders will also be made hot on the spot. We thank you in advance for your patience as all dosas are made to order using fresh ingredients on the day of the event!