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The Hindu Temple Of Greater Chicago

Temple Hours: 

9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

"One Best Book is equal to Hundred Good Friends, One Good Friend is equal to a Library." -Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

The goal of the HTGC library is to provide devotees with the education and knowledge Sanatana Dharma and Hindu culture. All participants, including children, teenagers, adults, and elders, have access to educational materials and services at the HTGC Library, which helps them on their path to spiritual and cultural progress.

 

HTGC Library Membership

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We have been making an effort to inspire children to visit the library. The dedication of many of our volunteers ensures that the library is open on the weekends. We encourage visitors to the HTGC temple to make the most of the library.  

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Visitors can join the library and borrow books. Members can either return or renew the books they have checked out at the conclusion of the lending period. To join, please use the registration link below. 

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Additionally, reading is permitted in the HTGC library for guests. Meetings and discussions can be held in the main library room. Please contact the library to schedule your appointment - vidyalaya@htgc.org

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Children are urged to go to the library. Kids are given activity materials like coloring pages. Every time you go to the temple, kindly allow the kids to visit the library.

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HTGC Library Activities


Throughout the year, Vidyalaya organizes a number of events and activities through the HTGC Library. By participating in these events and activities, children and adults can learn about our culture and traditions. 


Unless otherwise stated, participation in all events is FREE.


Here are some of the activities

  • Coloring a God picture(Elementary or below)

  • Gita Sloka Chapter 12 Verse 1 - 20

  • Read a Library book in the library

  • Say AUM 10 times for 10 seconds

  • Writing a sloka

  • Choose a deity and recite a sloka.

  • Draw and color a Kolam/ Rangoli

  • Read a sloka with Meaning

  • Contribute to Vidyavani Magazine

  • Ramayana Quiz

  • Spin wheel

 

Please visit the Registration page if you would like to take part in the HTGC Library Activities and earn points. Vidyalaya also conducts events from time to time, Please check back at this page or visit the library for upcoming events.

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