VSNE is a proud member chapter of Veerashaiva Samaja of North America (VSNA). We are a non-profit, tax-exempt, religious organization in the New England area, established in 2004.

Our Mission: “To Practice, Preserve, and Spread Basava and Veerashaiva/Lingayath Principles”

Our Programs and Events

Over time, the organization has grown to a size of more than 250 active family members. The chapter hosts three standard events annually – Maha Shivaratri, Basava Jayanti, and Deepavali, where both adults and youth participate actively in Linga Pooje, knowledge sharing along with cultural performances. There will be, either Camping or a Picnic in the Summer. We also participate in local community services.

Upcoming Event

We invite everyone to join us with your family to celebrate Basava Jayanthi.

Your timely response will immensely help us with event planning.

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We encourage everyone to participate in cultural programs and please submit your entries by May 1.

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Also, it’s time to honor the accomplishments of our graduating high school students.

Please take a moment to complete this form and send in your responses by May 1st to ensure that we appropriately acknowledge and celebrate each graduate.

High School Graduates’ Felicitation Form

Event Date: Saturday, May 11

Venue:  Ayer Shirley Regional High School, 141 Washington St, Ayer, MA 01432

We look forward to seeing you all at the event. Let’s come together as a community and celebrate the Basava and Sharana principles through various programs, followed by sumptuous food. Your support for this event is greatly appreciated!    

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