TwinCities Tamil Association

Unnikrishnan & Uthara Live in Concert
2024-06-30 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Central Middle School- Eden Prairie, 8025 School Rd, Eden Prairie, 55344, United States
One Unforgettable Night!

The Twin Cities Tamil Association (TCTA), in exciting collaboration with the Minnesota Malayalees Association (MMA) , Minnesota Friends Karoake (MNFK) and in partnership with Dr.Dash Foundation, is thrilled to bring legendary singer Unnikrishnan and his talented daughter, Uthara, to Minneapolis for a live light music concert with a team of 11 members!

Click here the below Link to buy the Tickets
Use code TCTA10 to get 10% off your tickets. Don’t miss this amazing concert!
Artist Highlights:
Unnikrishnan: Legendary Carnatic vocalist and National Award-winning playback singer.
Uthara Unnikrishnan: Talented playback singer, National Film Award winner for “Azhagu” (Saivam).
Ajay Krishna: Rising playback singer known for “Oliyum Oliyum” (Komali) and appearances on Super Singer.
Keerthana Shriram: Young and versatile musician captivating audiences with saxophone, vocals, and rhythmic compositions.
Get ready for a magical evening filled with soulful melodies! Be mesmerized by their enchanting voices as they perform on stage. This in-person event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all music lovers, regardless of background.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness these talented artists in action. Grab your tickets now and get ready for a night to remember!
Venue: Central Middle School Performing Art Center, 8025 School Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Date & Time: Sunday, June 30th
Seating starts: 4:30 PM
For Group discounts and sponsorship opportunities, please email contactus@tctamn.org

Summer Picnic 2024
2024-08-11 11:30 - 17:00 | Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd., Chanhassen, MN, 55331, United States
One Unforgettable Day We were waiting for !

You’re invited to the Twin Cities Summer Picnic 2024!
Hosted by the TwinCities Tamil Association, this event promises fun for the whole family.
Please RSVP now to sign up for a potluck dish and indicate the number of attendees. Every family is encouraged to contribute at least one dish.
TCTA Summer Picnic: TCTA / TCTP Summer Picnic 2024 (signupgenius.com)

Enjoy delicious food, exciting games for kids and adults, and great company!
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TCTA/TCTP Booth at IndiaFest 2024
2024-08-17 11:30 - 17:30 | Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, St. Paul, 55155, United States
One Unforgettable Day We were waiting for !

You’re invited to the visit our Booth and Join for the Parade.

TCTA Deepavali 2024 Event - Grand Banana Leaf Feast
2024-11-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 MN-7,, Hopkins, MN, MN, 55305, United States

Thamizhar Thiruvizha -தமிழர் திருவிழா 2025 - Food Preorder
2025-01-19 11:00 - 19:00 | Park Center Senior High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN, MN, 55443, United States
தமிழர் திருவிழா 2025

தமிழர் திருநாளாம் பொங்கல் பண்டிகையை உங்கள் குடும்பத்தினருடன் கொண்டாட TCTA அன்புடன் அழைக்கின்றது. என்ணனற்ற கலை நிகழ்ச்சிகளுடன் சுவையான உணவு வகைகள் !!!
Greetings from TwinCities Tamil Association – your cultural haven in Minnesota!
Join the TwinCities Tamil Association in Minnesota! We aim to strengthen the Tamil community through events, language education, and cultural celebrations. With over 100 volunteers, our Paadasalai teaches Tamil to 300+ students across 5 locations.

Join us for a joyous Pongal festival as we celebrate the harvest season. Your presence will add warmth to the occasion.

Thamizhar Thiruvizha -தமிழர் திருவிழா 2025
2025-01-19 12:00 - 19:00 | Park Center Senior High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN, MN, 55443, United States
தமிழர் திருவிழா 2025

தமிழர் திருநாளாம் பொங்கல் பண்டிகையை உங்கள் குடும்பத்தினருடன் கொண்டாட TCTA உங்களை குடும்பத்தினருடன் அன்புடன் அழைக்கின்றது. என்ணனற்ற கலை நிகழ்ச்சிகளுடன் சுவையான உணவு வகைகள் !!!
Greetings from TwinCities Tamil Association – your cultural haven in Minnesota!
Join the TwinCities Tamil Association in Minnesota! We aim to strengthen the Tamil community through events, language education, and cultural celebrations. With over 100 volunteers, our Paadasalai teaches Tamil to 300+ students across 5 locations.

Join us for a joyous Pongal festival as we celebrate the harvest season. Your presence will add warmth to the occasion.

TwinCities Tamil Volunteers Appreciation Day
2025-02-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, United States
TCTA & TCTP appreciate the service given to our community for 2024. TCTA & TCTP is proud to host Volunteer Appreciation Day for our dedicated volunteers.

TCTA & TCTP Annual Science Fair 2025
2025-03-16 12:00 - 18:00 | Black Hawk Middle School, Eagan, 1540 Deerwood Dr, , MN, Eagan, MN, 55122, United States
Registration Form
What to Expect:
Explore innovative projects from 100+ students across TCTA member and partner organization families.
Gain insights and inspiration from the incredible creativity on display!
Every student participant will receive a trophy to celebrate their efforts.

Standup Comedy show Vikkals of Vikram - USA Tour
2025-04-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 MN-7,, Hopkins, MN, MN, 55305, United States
The Twin Cities Tamil Association presents an unforgettable evening of laughter with the hilarious Vikram in his standup comedy show “Vikkals Of Vikram” – 90+ minutes of non-stop comedy in Tamil!
Special Perks for TCTA Members – Use MEMBER20 to get 20% discount + no processing fee.
Group Booking Offer
Planning to attend with friends and family? For group bookings of 10 or more, please write to contactus@tctamn.org for special arrangements.
Join us for a fun night, of laughter, and Tamil humor like never before!

Standup Comedy show Vikkals of Vikram - USA Tour -- Food Sale
2025-04-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 MN-7,, Hopkins, MN, MN, 55305, United States

Tamil Talent Competitions 2025
2025-04-13 12:00 - 18:00 | Hopkins High School, 2400 Royals Drive, Minnetonka, MN, 55305, United States
அன்பான பெற்றோர்களே,
டுவின்சிட்டீஸ் தமிழ் பாடசாலையின் தமிழ் அறிவுத்திறன் போட்டிகள் – 2025 கான பதிவுகளை அறிவிப்பதில் நாங்கள் மிகவும் மகிழ்ச்சியடைகிறோம்.
குழந்தைகள் முதல் உயர் பள்ளி மாணவர்கள் வரை அனைவருக்கும் போட்டிகள் !!!
வாருங்கள் வெற்றி கோப்பையை வெல்லுங்கள் !!!
உங்களோடு நாங்களும் ஆவலாக காத்திருக்கிறோம் !!!
உங்கள் குழந்தைகளின் அறிவுத்திறனை மேலும் உலகறிய
பதிவு இணைப்பைப் பின்தொடரவும்
http://bit.ly/TCTP-TamilTalent-2025

Tamil Talent Competitions 2025 - Event 2
2025-04-27 12:00 - 17:00 | Ridgedale library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr, , MN, Minnetonka, MN, 55305

TCTP Graduation Day 2025
2025-05-18 13:00 - 17:00 | Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 MN-7,, Hopkins, MN, MN, 55305, United States
Vanakkam,

We had a great school year 2024-25. Please join us at the TCTP Graduation Day 2025 to celebrate together on Sunday, May 18, 2025.

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Event Highlights

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TCTP 12th Graduation ceremony

TCTP 2024-25 Course completion certificate distribution
TCTP 2024-25 Perfect Attendance Award Winners

Twincities Talent Competitions- 2025 Prize Distribution

TwinCities Tamil Summer Picnic 2025
2025-08-10 11:30 - 17:00 | Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Rd, Bloomington, MN, 55438, United States
Dear TCTA / TCTP / Tamil Families,
You’re invited to our Annual Summer Picnic! Hosted by TwinCities Tamil Association, it’s going to be a fun-filled day for all ages!

RSVP Now – https://tinyurl.com/TCTA-Summer-Picnic-2025

Open to all Tamil families in the Twin Cities
Potluck encouraged, but not mandatory – come enjoy the day!

Expect: Tasty food
Games for kids & adults
Great company!

Verify your TCTA Membership:
https://tctamn.org/account/?action=subscriptions/

Not a Member?
Join or Renew: https://tctamn.org/member-signup/
Support us: https://tctamn.org/donation/

TCTP 2025–26 early bird discount ending soon!
Register now: https://tctamn.org/tctp-school-registration/

See you at the picnic!

College Planning Session
2025-09-27 11:00 - 13:00

Celebration of Service
2025-12-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, United States
This is our day to recognize and celebrate your dedicated service and profound impact on our community. We want to thank the volunteers, along with their families, who support them every step of the way.
Volunteers will be getting Rthe SVP link via Email.

Thamizhar Thiruvizha 2026
2026-01-24 12:00 - 20:00 | Wayzata Central Middle School, 305 Vicksburg Ln N, Plymouth, MN, 55447, United States
தமிழர் திருவிழா 2026

தமிழர் திருநாளாம் பொங்கல் பண்டிகையை உங்கள் குடும்பத்தினருடன் கொண்டாட TCTA உங்களை குடும்பத்தினருடன் அன்புடன் அழைக்கின்றது. என்ணனற்ற கலை நிகழ்ச்சிகளுடன் சுவையான உணவு வகைகள் !!!
Greetings from TwinCities Tamil Association – your cultural haven in Minnesota!
Join TwinCities Tamil Association in Minnesota! We aim to strengthen the Tamil community through events, language education, and cultural celebration. With over 150 volunteers, our Paadasalai teaches Tamil to 500 students across 5 locations.
By becoming a member, you’ll get:
– Free entry to major events
– Discounts on family tickets
– Educational conferences
– Event notifications
Your support helps us promote our culture, unite families, educate children, and showcase talents. Please use the link above and purchase a 2025 membership.

Thamizhar Thiruvizha 2026 -- Food Sale
2026-01-24 12:00 - 20:00 | Wayzata Central Middle School, 305 Vicksburg Ln N, Plymouth, MN, 55447, United States

Tamil Story Writing Workshop
2026-01-31 13:00 - 17:00 | Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Dr., Eden Prairie, MN, 55344, United States
🌟 TCTP – First-Ever Tamil Story Writing Workshop! 🌟
TCTP Tamil School is super excited to introduce our first-ever Tamil Story Writing Workshop!If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at storytelling — creating characters, building worlds, or just letting your imagination run wild — this is your moment.
This workshop is designed for students who love Tamil and want to explore the fun, creative side of the language. Through simple exercises, guided prompts, and interactive activities, students will learn how to:
✨ Create engaging characters✨ Build interesting storylines✨ Write in clear, expressive Tamil✨ Find their own “voice” as a writer
It doesn’t matter if you’ve written stories before or are trying it for the first time — all TCTP Grade 2 and above kids are welcome!
Let the creativity flow. Let’s make stories that only you can write! RSVP Now !!!
Thanks to all the Kids, the result was …
நம் மாணவர்கள் கதை படிப்பவர்கள் அல்ல கதை படைப்பவர்கள்!!!

FMSC Food packing Event
2026-02-28 11:30 - 14:00 | St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church Maple Grove, MN, 7180 Hemlock Lane North, Maple Grove, MN, 55369, United States
As part of giving back to the community, TCTA is organizing a food packing event @ FMSC -Maple Grove (Mobile Packing site)
Click the Link below, Limited Spots available.

It is FREE Event Open for All, bring your family friends; let us work together to fight against hunger!

Register Now

TCTA Annual Science Fair 2026
2026-03-14 11:00 - 17:00 | Central Middle School- Eden Prairie, 8025 School Rd, Eden Prairie, 55344, United States
It’s time again to unleash your creativity side in Science
Annual TCTA science fair registration is open now!!
02/15/2026 – Parent Orientation – Download your Presentation – Click here

Register students here https://forms.gle/BwaAguDPaiuiPCt26
If you are someone who loves to be part of judging process with an orientation please register for judging here https://forms.gle/a3UyN9mUT4ywrSFS9
For Any questions , please contact us @ Contactus@tctamn.org

TCTP Tamil Talent Competitions 2026
2026-04-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Ridgedale library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr, , MN, Minnetonka, MN, 55305
TCTP- தமிழ் அறிவுத்திறன் போட்டிகள் -2026

டுவின்சிட்டீஸ் தமிழ் அறிவுத்திறன் போட்டிகள் 2026 அறிவிப்பதில் பெருமகிழ்ச்சி அடைகிறோம். நமது வழக்கமான போட்டிகள் இன்னும் புதிய வடிவில்!!! இந்த வருடம் புதிய போட்டி “தமிழ் ஓசை”, மாணவர்களுக்கான தமிழ் கேட்டல் திறன் போட்டி.

பதிவு தொடங்கியுள்ளது – இப்போது பதிவு செய்யுங்கள்!
https://forms.gle/WcXHigfX6qzzWVeA9

Mark your days. Apr 4, Apr 11, Apr 18, Apr 26 – 2026 From 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM

TCTA-Setting up Success in Highschool- Learning outcomes
2026-04-05 11:00 - 12:15
We are excited to host a webinar on High school success event in partnership with HOW 2 WRITE . It is designed for Middle school and High school students and families, this series provides roadmap to navigate US High School system with confidence and covering academics, planning, testing, and personal growth.

Session #1 – Learning outcomes
1. Understanding Credits, Grade Point Average, and Academic Planning
2. Learn the value of AP(Advanced Placement) and IB(International Baccalaureate) Programs and when to consider them.
3. Gain clarify Standardized Testing: SAT, PSAT, and ACT Overview
4. Live Q & A
Note

Registration is mandatary. The live meeting link will be shared with registered email id one day before the event.
This event is offered completely FREE for the benefit of our community. You are warmly encouraged to share the event details with your friends and families so everyone can join in and enjoy the experience.
This Event will not be recorded, so it will not be available for your future reference.

Click here to Register.

TCTP Tamil Talent Competitions 2026 -Week 2
2026-04-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Ridgedale library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr, , MN, Minnetonka, MN, 55305

TCTA - Setting up success in Highschool-Standard Testing and Extracurricular
2026-04-12 11:00 - 12:30
We are excited to host a webinar on High school success event in partnership with HOW 2 WRITE . It is designed for Middle school and High school students and families, this series provides roadmap to navigate US High School system with confidence and covering academics, planning, testing, and personal growth.

Session #2 – Standard Testing, Extracurricular
1. Understanding SAT/PSAT and how testing fits into long-term planning
2. Learn how extracurricular activities support college and personal growth
3. Build strategies for balance, well-being, and strong relationships in high school
4. Live Q & A
Note

Registration is mandatary. The live meeting link will be shared with registered email id one day before the event.
This event is offered completely FREE for the benefit of our community. You are warmly encouraged to share the event details with your friends and families so everyone can join in and enjoy the experience.
This Event will not be recorded, so it will not be available for your future reference.

Click here to Register.

TCTA Webinar high school success

TCTP Tamil Talent Competitions 2026 -Week 3
2026-04-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Dr., Eden Prairie, MN, 55344, United States

TCTP Tamil Talent Competitions 2026 -Week 4
2026-04-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Plymouth Library, 15700 36th Ave N, Plymouth, MN, Plymouth, 55446, United States
