This Saturday, May 17, the city of Dublin will host Utsavi, a vibrant festival celebrating women’s empowerment, creativity, and community leadership. Organized by Agomoni, a community-driven nonprofit, the event will take place at Frederiksen Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Utsavi, which means "joyful celebration" in Sanskrit, aims to bring together women from all walks of life to share knowledge, develop wellness practices, promote entrepreneurship, and build meaningful connections. Agomoni, the group behind the festival, is known for organizing impactful community activities like park cleanups, food drives, and senior center support programs.

What to Expect at Utsavi

Utsavi will be packed with engaging activities and opportunities for learning and celebration. Highlights include:

• A fashion show featuring diverse and empowering styles

• Competitions including rangoli and crochet, with exciting prizes

• Creative workshops on flower arrangement, painting, tote bag making, and wall art

• Interactive sessions covering professional development, self-care, wellness, relationships, and personal growth

• Vendor stalls showcasing products from women-owned businesses

In addition to activities, the festival will also host a lineup of distinguished speakers who are making significant contributions in their fields:

• Sarita Venkat – VP & Deputy General Counsel at Cisco, Board Member of ChIPs, and co-founder of Heels of Justice podcast

• Sheetal Rawal – Founder of Aprāsā Skincare

• Jaya Basu – Therapist, educator, and CEO of Promise Worldwide, a nonprofit focused on mental health

• Nilanjana Maulik – National disability rights advocate and inclusion champion

Agomoni stated, “Our mission is to bring together women from diverse backgrounds to share knowledge, foster wellness, and promote economic independence through networking and entrepreneurship.”

Registration & Participation

Participants can register for competitions and sign up for workshops through the official Agomoni website. The event is free to attend and open to all, with a strong focus on creating an inclusive and celebratory atmosphere.

With its rich blend of culture, creativity, and community spirit, Utsavi is set to be one of the most uplifting events of the season. Attendees are encouraged to come with friends and family, engage in the activities, support local women entrepreneurs, and take part in a day dedicated to joy, empowerment, and unity.
For more details, visit agomoni.org.