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GIVING BACK - NETIP END OF THE YEAR SERVICE PROJECT

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community?

When: December 13, 2008
8:30 am -12:00 noon
Where: 2500 North Spring, St. Louis, MO 63113

NETIP is offering our last service project of the year with Missionaries of Charity, a local church that serves homeless families. Please join us as we volunteer for their Kid's Holiday Party.
Here is what we will be doing:

- Wrapping presents for children
- Playing and coordinating games with kids during the holiday party
- Serving and helping prepare lunch for 50 kids

Please email Reena to volunteer or find out more information. We look forward to seeing you!

BIRDS, BEES AND BIODATA

Presented by South Asian Theater Company and NetIP St. Louis

When: November 22, 2008
(5:00 PM / 8:00 PM)
Where: Black Cat Theatre
2810 Sutton Boulevard
Maplewood, MO 63143

Tickets available for $5 at http://southasiantheater.com/

BIRDS, BEES AND BIODATA

Presented by South Asian Theater Company and NetIP St. Louis

When: November 21, 2008
8:00 PM
Where: Black Cat Theatre
2810 Sutton Boulevard
Maplewood, MO 63143

Tickets available for $5 at http://southasiantheater.com/

Slumdog Millionaire

Presented by Cinema St. Louis and NetIP St. Louis

When: November 15, 2008
8 PM
Where: St. Louis International Film Festival
Tivoli Theater

Tickets are $10 online.
Tickets are $8 for Cinema StL members and NetIP members.
Members will receive an email from NETIP-StL with the password that must be stated when buying tickets for a discount.

After party immediately at Mandarin (www.mandarinlounge.net) - free admission with movie ticket stub.
More details at www.cinemastlouis.org/fest.html.

ELECTIONS for the 2009 Executive Board

Please email Tika Shah at tika@netipstl.org if interested.

When: October 29, 2008

Where: TBD

All positions open (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Community Service)on the 2009 Board. No prior experience necessary.

Dine with Desis

hosted by Tika Shah

When: October 17, 2008
7 pm
Where: Pi
www.restaurantpi.com
in the Delmar Loop area

6144 Delmar Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63112

Join us for some deep dish pizza, fun and laughter in the Delmar Loop. Send RSVP to tika@netipstl.org

Giving Back on Gandhi National Service Day

Come out and volunteer with us to do a Room Makeover at one of St. Louis' Homeless Shelters.

When: October 4, 2008
9:00am-12:00pm
Where: 1000 North 19th Street, St. Louis, MO 63106 (street parking is available)

We have been asked to paint, clean, and decorate one of the 20 rooms at Gateway Homeless Services, which is a homeless shelter that provides a safe, secure, nurturing emergency shelter to homeless women, children, and families in need. Their goal is to re-house individuals as quickly as possible, so they can get back on their feet. We will be responsible for making one of the rooms feel warm and welcoming by:

-Cleaning the room
-Painting the room with bright colors
-Decorating the room by putting new linens on the bed, hanging drapes, hanging pictures, etc.

Also, if you have items such as picture frames, trinkets, baskets, etc. sitting around your house that you would like to donate, the shelter is happy to take them to use for room decor. Please bring these items with you the day of the project!

Lunch: Will be provided after the project by NETIP

Please email Reena at rhajat@dapstl.org to let us know if you will be joining us for this project.

Celebrating 10 years!

NETSAP ----> NETIP Saint Louis. Come out to Miso on Meramec to celebrate the 10th year anniversary of NetIP-Saint Louis (formerly known as NETSAP).

When: September 20, 2008
9 pm - 1 am
Where: Miso on Meramec
Clayton, MO

The original founders of our organization will be there to help kick off the party.

There is no admission for the event. Over 21 only ... ALL are Welcome!

DJ Stylz will spin the latest, greatest dance music - spread the word...plan to come out with your friends for the celebration!

Dine with Desis

hosted by Reena Hajat.
Come try out some Fresh Asian Food in Creve Coeur

When: September 12, 2008
6:30 pm
Where: Stir Crazy
10598 Old Olive Street Rd
St Louis, MO 63141
(314) 569-9300

17th Anuual NetIP Conference 2008

Explore New Opportunities. Dream The Impossible. Discover The Unexpected.

When: August 29, 2008
- August 31st, 2008
Where: The Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, Boston, MA

Bhangra Party at Bar Italia

The Hottest Bhangra party in St. Louis. DJ Stylz spinning the latest Indian beats.

When: August 23, 2008
9 pm - 1 am
Where: Bar Italia
13 Maryland Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 361-7010

For Questions:
netipstl[at]yahoo[dot]comNetIP STL
21+ only
NetIP Members: NO COVER
Non-Members: $10.

Dinner at India Palace

hosted by Irshad Sheikh with Wachovia Securities
"Investing Basics"

When: August 14, 2008
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: India Palace restaurant
4535 Lindbergh Blvd.
Bridgeton, MO 63044
www.indiapalaceairport.com

RSVP Required for attendance and FREE dinner. Contact tika[at]netipstl[dot]orgTika for details or to reserve ur seat. ALL are welcome !

Cocktail hour at HOME

Bring your friends and come join NETIP to start off the night with a relaxing Cocktail hour at the HOME Nightclub

When: August 1, 2008
8:00 pm
Where: HOME Nightclub

For questions: please email netipstl[at]yahoo[dot]comPriya Patel. Looking forward to seeing new faces!!

Dine With Desis

hosted by Ratna Shah Craig

Come and check out a Persian joint that serves kabobs, biriyanis and some great vegetarian options too. Voted #1 by the Sauce Readers Choice in 2007 - this low key place on South Grand will definitely serve up good food with our great company. All are welcome!

When: July 18th, 2008
7:30 pm
Where: Cafe Natasha's Kabob International
3200 So. Grand Blvd.
St Louis, MO 63118.
(314) 771-3411
www.kabobinternational.com

Bhangra Party at Bar Italia

Let's kick off the summer ... desi style!! Join us for a Bhangra Night at Bar Italia.

When: June 28th, 2008 @ 9 PM- 1.30 AM
Where: Bar Italia
13 Maryland Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 361-7010
Who: Anyone and everyone who is 21 and up!
NetIP Members: NO COVER
Non-Members: $10
Dress to impress...
Contact: netipstl[at]yahoo[dot]com Priya Patel

Wine Tasting at Montelle winery

Join Anagh on a perfect Sunday to Montelle winery (45 minutes west of St. Louis) to enjoy an afternoon of wonderful wines, beautiful scenery and a gregarious crowd. Imagine sitting in the shade, sipping your wine, and listening to some live music. We will taste an assortment of different wines prior to picking the ones you like. Meet up for lunch prior at Pei Wei Asian Diner in Ladue and car pool to the winery.

Cost: approx $ 6-8 per person for the wine
When: Sunday June 22th at noon
Where: Pei Wei Asian Diner
8885 Ladue Rd. Ladue, MO 63124
What: Sunday Lunch and Leisure with Anagh

RSVP requested to anagh[at]netipstl[dot]org Anagh

Dine with Desis

hosted by Pawan Manocha

Come and check out the only restaurant in the city that serves Nepali, Indian and Korean food. All are welcome !
When: June 20, 2008
Where: Everest Cafe and Bar
4145 manchester Road
Saint Louis, MO 63110
www.everestcafeandbar.com
Time: 7 PM

Bike Forest Park

Take a easy stroll through Forest Park on a blissful Sunday morning with Anagh as your guide as he makes up stories and anecdotes from his years of telling tall tales.

Don't have a bicycle or don't want to transport your bicycle to Forest Park, don't worry, you can rent one there for $10. Come out and enjoy the beautiful weather and fantastic company on a very easy bike path. We will stop for lunch afterwards in CWE.

When: June 8th at 10:30am
Where: In Front of Forest Park Visitor's Center
To Rent Bike (Need Driver's license and a credit card)

Investing, Savings, Mutual Funds, Bonds

Investing, Savings, Mutual Funds, Bonds - WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN FOR US WOMEN ?!?!?!?!?!

NetIP Saint Louis invites you to a financial literacy seminar just for women. Listen, learn, and ask questions about the importance of savings and investments as it relates to women. Did you know that women today have more earning potential and influence than ever before? And did you know that women control over 80% of all consumer purchase decisions and influence 53% of investment decisions? If you don't know about investing, this is the time to learn! Men are also welcome !!

When: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Where: Miso's in Clayton
16 North Meramec Avenue
Clayton, Missouri 63105
Time: 7 pm

RSVP requested if planning to attend so we may reserve a spot for you. Please send an email to netipstl[at]yahoo[dot]com.

Bollywood Night

When: May 16, 2008
Where: 609 Eastgate Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63130 (in the Delmar Loop)
Time: 9 PM - 1 AM Details: DJ Stylz spinning Bhangra!! $10 at the Door.

Hike the Clark Trail

So you want to go hiking, but don’t know where? Well, come join us for some beautiful scenery and nature. We’ll be going to Weldon Springs Clark Trail, voted the best hike in the St. Louis area. A 2.5-hour hike with plenty of rest stops. Bring some good walking shoes, an energy bar and some bottled water and last but not least, a camera. You know you want to take some cheesy pictures!

Date: Sunday, May 4, 2008
Time: Noon
Place: Meet at the Coffee Oasis in the Central West End for a LUNCH AND LEARN before carpooling to the Trail.
Coffee Oasis
8 South Euclid Avenue
Central West End
Host: Anagh Vora
RSVP's requested!
For more details or questions, send an email to netipstl[at]yahoo[dot]com.

Giving Back - Health Fair Volunteers Needed

Are you an Internal Medicine Doctor, Dentist, or an IT person? If so, would you consider volunteering your time and skills on May 3rd from 9am-2pm for a Free Community Health Fair (at the Hindu Temple), organized by the Indian Medical Council of St. Louis, the Ghandi Center, and the Hindu Temple?

The Health Fair is looking for the remaining volunteers:

• 4 Internal Medicine Doctors
• 2 Dentists
• 4 IT People

If you or anyone you know may be interested, please email Reena at rhajat[at]dapstl[dot]org. Thanks for your support!

Martin Luther King Dream Keeper's Fair

NetIP'S Giving Back...

We are looking for NetIP members to volunteer on Saturday, April 19, 2008 for the Martin Luther King Dream Keeper's Fair. This is an inspiring event intended to bring people of all races and cultures together to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. We are looking for volunteers to do the following:

• Greet People upon entrance to the event
• Survey attendees about the event during the day
• Staff an information table (free water will be available here, give out information on bathroom locations,etc.)

The times we will need volunteers are between a 10am-2pm time slot and 2-6pm time slot. More detailed information will be forthcoming upon sign-up for each position. To find out more about the event please visit www.stldreamkeepers.org.

Please sign-up by emailing rhajat[at]dapstl[dot]org Reena.

We look forward to seeing you on the 19th!

Black and White Night

Come join us at Black and White Night at Atomic Cowboy for an amazing event. DJ Stylz is back.

Date: Saturday, April 12, 2008
Time: 9 pm - 2 am
Place: Atomic Cowboy
4140 Manchester Ave
St. Louis, MO 63110 (Map)

2008 Members: FREE admission
Non-members: $10 at the door

Home Buying 101

NetIP Saint Louis welcomes Jeff Viers, a mortgage consultant and advisor, to give us tips on buying our first home. Interest rates are falling and this IS the time to buy ! But before you do, come out to the Thali Palace, have dinner and hear Jeff's advice that will save you time and money.

25 % discount on dinner and FREE softdrinks for all who attend.

Date: April 1, 2008
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Place: Thali Palace
9720 Page Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63132 (Map)
www.ThaliPalace.com

Dine with Desis

hosted by Pawan Manocha.
Momos Ouzaria Taverna
630 North and South Road
Saint Louis, Missouri 63130 (Map)
Friday, March 7th, 2008, 7 pm
Dine and mingle ... Everyone is welcome!

Happy Hour at Atomic Cowboy

LEAP over to the ATOMIC COWBOY for a Happy Hour from 5PM -8PM!
at Atomic Cowboy
4140 Manchester Ave
St. Louis, MO 63110 (Map)

www.atomiccowboystl.com

ALL are welcome! For any questions or details, please email: netipstl@yahoo.com.

Giving Back - NetIP Community Service

NETIP OFFERS FIRST COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT OF THE YEAR!

Come join us as we give back to the community by preparing and serving food to the homeless community at Centenary United Methodist Church. This is a great opportunity to do something you typically would not do on a Sunday morning and meet more NETIP members. We look forward to seeing you!

When: Sunday, Feb. 24
Time: 9:30am-12 noon
Where: 55 Plaza Square, St. Louis (it is right on Olive before you reach Tucker)
314-421-3136

If you can join us or if you have any questions, please email Reena at rhajat@dapstl.org by Thursday, so that we can tell them how many people to expect.

Dine with Desis

at Rearn Thai Restaurant
7910 Bonhomme Avenue
Clayton, Missouri 63105
Friday, February 8th, 2008, 7 pm
Dine and mingle ... become a member or just show up to try out the cuisine and meet the new 2008 Board. Everyone is welcome!

Chai Chat / Book Club

hosted by John Nazareth at Kaldi's Coffeehouse in the Demun area
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 7 pm
Book: Show Business
Author: Shashi Tharoor

BOLLYWOOD / Bhangra Night

at 609 in the Loop
with DJ Halla Re
Friday, January 25th, 2008, 9 pm - 1 am
FREE admission for all 2008 members
$10 at the door for all nonmembers