The Nepalese Association of Florida (NAF) has organized the Nepali New Year 2075 at Lakes Regional Park, Fort Myers Florida on May 14, 20718. The event was attended by more than 200 Nepalese from all over the Florida. The event was with full of activities to protect and promote our unique socio-cultural values especially for those kids born and raised here in USA from Nepalese parent. NAF has been promoting our unique cultures through various social activities like, Sports, Music, Art and other social events.

The New Year celebration stared with Nepali National Anthem by children from Fort Myers, FL. Activities were designed to make all attendees with diverse interest group to get actively involved throughout the day. There was a literature program (poem competition) for those who love literature. Kids participated in various competitive game activities. There was a friendly volleyball competition amongst the group representing different part of Florida such as Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers, Tampa etc. for those who love sport. Friendly cricket match was also played despite the sun. In both the games, Miami team came victorious. Sarita Timsina Khanal and team kept the kids engaged with various kids’ games. The event was energized through live music from different participants now and then throughout the day.

The picnic for the New Year celebration was sponsored by local Fort Myers Nepali Community. Various Nepali cuisines were served throughout the day. Dr. Ghana Shyam Pokharel, Dr. Basu Pudasaini, Dr. Cheban Acharya, Dr. Bishal Rawal and Dr. Yadav Paudel sponsored the picnic. Dr. Chooda Mani Khanal group from Miami Florida brought special Nepali rice Donuts (Sel Roti) and local corns to make the event authentic.