Jain Milan 2006

Introduction

Why Jain Milan 2006?

As the next generation of Jain Americans begins to assimilate into Western culture, it becomes increasingly challenging to meet those that hold similar beliefs and religious values. Though websites and e-mail communication help to a certain extent, nothing comes close to meeting potential suitors in person. We have witnessed many Indian organizations holding successful events to provide an opportunity for young adults to have a face-to-face meeting. We felt now it was time to create a forum for the Jain youth.

What is Jain Milan 2006?

Jain Milan 2006 is an opportunity for Jain youth (age 21 and older) throughout North America and around the world to meet in person, to make friends, to engage in networking, to develop business contacts and to possibly find a life partner. Jain Milan 2006 is organized to encourage our Jain youth to meet other Jains for the purpose of matrimony and to facilitate a face-to-face meeting. Jain Milan believes in Jain family values and will work hard to preserve these values. With events like Jain Milan 2006, we hope to achieve our goal to preserve Jain traditions and values in our next generation and strengthen our community.

What is planned for 3-day weekend?

Check website for latest information about the activities.

We will decide soon. Some of activities under consideration are:

Friday evening: 6pm to midnight *Speed dating *Icebreakers

Saturday:From 9am *Opening Ceremony *Group Sessions *Games *Speaker(s) *One-on-one meetings with consent of each other *Mingling with Light Music in background *Free Time (4 to 6pm)

From 6pm to midnight: *Honoring Financial Supporters *Ras-Garba

Sunday:9am to 2pm *Outdoor Activities in Park (Weather permitting), bring your Tennis Rackets and other games

*Vegetarian Food everyday

*Souvenir with Partial Bio-data and Photo of the Participants

Jain Milan 2006

For more information

1st Annual Jain Youth

Matrimonial Convention

(A unique opportunity to meet and find a life partner… in person!)

Friday August 4, 2006, 8 pm to midnight

Saturday August 5, 2006, 9 am to midnight

Sunday August 6, 2006, 9 am to 2pm

Extended Date for Registration: Saturday July 15, 2006.

Venue: Albert’s Royal Palace, 1050 King George Post Road, Fords, NJ 08863

  • To book Hotel room at discount prices E-mail:
  • Admission by advance registration* only. Participant must be Jain, age 21 or older.
  • Registration Fees: US $160 by July 15, 06. To pay by Credit Card visit
  • Register before deadline of July 5, 06 for your bio-data to be included in the Souvenir.
  • Add $50 to registration after 7-15-06. Total $210 (will notbe included in the Souvenir).
  • Participants will receive souvenir with partial Bio-data and pictures at the convention
  • Souvenir is for participants ONLY and will not be available for sale.
  • Write check or US money order to “JAINA-JAIN MILAN 2006” See T&C on website

 Mail to: Jain Milan 2006, 12 Ascot Place, North Brunswick, NJ 08902, USA

  • Contact Person: Gunvant Shah, phone: 732-246-4030;

Registration by mail (include two copies of 2”x 2”color photos)

Name: ______DOB: ______/_____/19____

PRINT: FIRST NAME M.I. LAST NAME Month Day Year

Address: ______

Phone: H: ______-______-______W: ______-______-______Cell: ______-______-______

E-mail: ______Gender: M_____ F____

Age: ______Height: ______ft ______in Weight: ______lbs

Marital status: Single______Divorced ______Widowed______

U.S. Status: US Citizen______Green Card______Other: ______

Vegetarian: Yes_____ No______Smoker: Yes_____ No______Drink: Yes______No______

Occupation: ______Highest degree: ______Major: ______

Father’s name: ______Mother’s name: ______

Or Guardian’s name: ______Relation: ______
Applicant signature: ______Date: ______
*JAINA and Jain Milan reserve the right to ask for documents to verify above information. Bring your photo ID and proof of DOB with you.

Jain Milan 2006

Supporters: Businesses, Jain Centers (Sanghs) and Sponsors

We will appreciate financial support from various businesses, Jain Sanghs and sponsors.

Name: ______

Address: ______

______

Phone: ______- ______- ______Work: ______- ______- ______

Cell: ______- ______- ______Contact person: ______

E-Mail: ______

Circle one: Sponsorship Circle one: Souvenir Sponsorship

Diamond Sponsor $3000 Inside Cover $1000

Platinum Sponsor $2500 Full Page $500

Gold Sponsor $2000 Half Page $300

Silver Sponsor $1500 Quarter Page $175

Bronze Sponsor $1000 One Line $50

Please make check payable to: JAINA - JAIN MILAN 2006 and mail it to:

Gunvant Shah 12 Ascot Place, North Brunswick, NJ 08902 USA

and Phone: 732-246-4030

Jain Milan 2006

Volunteers:

We encourage you to offer your services as a volunteer.

Name: ______

Address: ______

______

Phone: ______- ______- ______Work: ______- ______- ______

Cell: ______- ______- ______Other: ______- ______- ______

E-Mail: ______

______

Parents/Spouse name: ______

Profession/College: ______Married: Yes ____No____

Age Group: 17-20_____21-25_____26-29_____ 30’s _____ 40’s _____ 50& up _____

Volunteer Experience (provide details): ______

______

______

Committee of your interest: (Circle one or two):

(1) Souvenir and Advertising (2) Fundraising

(3) Hospitality and Transportation (4) Registration

(5) Outdoor activities (6) Youth (age 17-20)

(7) Computer services (8) ______

Mail this form to:

Gunvant Shah, 12 Ascot Place, North Brunswick, NJ 08902 USA

and Phone: 732-246-4030

General Information:

What is planned for 3-day weekend?

Check website for latest information about the activities.

We will decide soon. Some of activities under consideration are:

Friday evening: 6pm to midnight *Speed dating *Icebreakers

Saturday:From 9am *Opening Ceremony *Group Sessions *Games *Speaker(s) *One-on-one meetings with consent of each other *Mingling with Light Music in background *Free Time (4 to 6pm)

From 6pm to midnight: *Honoring Financial Supporters *Ras-Garba

Sunday:9am to 2pm *Outdoor Activities in Park (Weather permitting), bring your Tennis Racuets and other games

*Vegetarian Food everyday

*Souvenir with Partial Bio-data and Photo of the Participants

Dress Code:

Dress code for the entire convention, aside from the outdoor activities, is formal/semi formal (no jeans, sneakers, hats, etc). Participants are encouraged to wear suits/business attire or Indian dress. Dress to impress! Bring tennis racquets, games, jeans/shorts, sneakers, hat etc with you for outdoor picnic on Sunday.

Registration

To register complete the registration form available on web site and mail it to Gunvant Shah, Jain Milan 2006, 12 Ascot Place, North Brunswick, NJ 08902, USA along with two copies of 2" X 2" professional quality color photo and registration fee $160.00 by July 15, 06. Registration fee after July 15, 06 is $210. Please, make check or money order payable to “JAINA - JAIN MILAN 2006”. Register before July 5, 06 to be included in the souvenir and your bio-data will not be included in the souvenir if the payment is received after July 05, 06. To pay by Credit Cards visit

Airports

Nearby Airports:

Newark International (EWR): Approx 15 miles, 25 minutes.

Transportation is under consideration to and from Newark (EWR) airport.

Check for updates. We recommend you use Newark Airport and arrive at the airport between 1pm and 3pm on Friday August 4th, 2006.

JFK Airport (JFK): Approx. 45 miles, 1hr 15 minutes.

No transportation provided.

Additional Info

Scooter's Taxi 732-634-1800 Kelly’s Car Service 732-257-1655

Independent Taxi 732-549-7777 Alpha Cab Co. 732-287-3334

Venue

Albert’s Royal Palace

1050 King George Post Road, Fords, NJ 08863

732-661-1070

Hotel: Fairfield Inn Merritt, Hilton Gardens and Best Western Palace Hotel.

E-mail: for more information.

Driving Directions to Albert’s Royal Palace:

From Newark Airport (EWR), North Jersey and New York Via NJ Turnpike:

Take NJ turnpike South to exit 10 (for I-287, do not take I-287) to Route # 514 West. Take first exit for Raritan Center Parkway. Make a left at 1st light on King George Post Rd. Go less than one-mile. Albert’s Royal Palace is on right.

From South Jersey Via NJ Turnpike:

Take NJ Turnpike North to exit 10 (for I-287, do not take I-287) and follow directions as above.

From North Jersey and New York Via G.S. Parkway:

Take the Garden State Parkway South to exit 130 to Route # 1 south. Take exit at 1st light for Fords Av. Make a left on Fords Av and cross Route # 1. Go to end and make a left on Amboy Av. Go 50 feet and make a right at 1st light on King George Post Rd. Go approx. half mile. Albert’s Royal Palace is on left.

From South Jersey Via G. S. Parkway:

Take the Garden State Parkway North to the first exit after the Raritan Bridge (Exit #127). Follow signs for I-287 north to Route #514 West (also Raritan Center) on right side (also says NJ Turnpike) (Route # 514 West is 200 feet on left before Turnpike, do not take Turnpike). Take first exit for Raritan Center Parkway. Make a left at 1st light on King George Post Rd. Go less than 1mile. Albert’s Royal Palace is on right.

From North Jersey and Upstate NY Via I-287:

Take I-287 south pass exit 1 then pass NJ Turnpike exit then take next exit for Route # 514 West. Take first exit for Raritan Center Parkway. Make a left at 1st light on King George Post Rd. Go less than one-mile. Albert’s Royal Palace is on right.

From Staten Island Route # 440.

After passing Outer Bridge Crossing, Route #440 changes to I-287 North in NJ. Take exit for Route #514 West (and Raritan center) on right side (also says NJ Turnpike) (Route # 514 West is 200 feet on left before Turnpike, do not take turnpike). Take first exit for Raritan Center Parkway. Make a left at 1st light on King George Post Rd. Go less than one-mile. Albert’s Royal Palace is on right.

From South Jersey or North Jersey Via US Hwy 1:

Take Route 1 North or South to Route #440 for Outer Bridge Crossing Exit. Pass NJ Turnpike Exit then take next exit for Route # 514 West. Take first exit for Raritan Center Parkway. Make a left at 1st light on King George Post Rd. Go less than one-mile. Albert’s Royal Palace is on right.

FAQ

About Registration:

How do I register for Jain Milan 2006 and make a payment?

To register complete the registration form available on web site and mail it to Gunvant Shah, Jain Milan 2006, 12 Ascot Place, North Brunswick, NJ 08902, USA along with two copies of 2" X 2" professional quality color photo and registration fee $160.00 by July 15, 06. Registration fee after July 15, 06 is $210. Please, make check or money order payable to “JAINA - JAIN MILAN 2006”. Register before July 5, 06 to be included in the souvenir and your bio-data will not be included in the souvenir if the payment is received after July 05, 06. To pay by Credit Cards visit

What is in the souvenir?

It includes partial bio-data with pictures of the participants registered through July 05, 06. It will be available to participants on Friday, August 4th, 06 after arrival at the Hotel or at Albert’s Royal Palace.

Who can register for Jain Milan 2006?

Jain youths 21 and older throughout North America and around the world can register. Show your photo ID and a proof of DOB at the convention.

We live in England/India/Canada and we do not have a US bank account. Can we pay by a Visa or MasterCard?

We accept check or US money orders. To pay by Credit Card visit

What is the benefit of registering for Jain Milan 2006?

You can meet and get to know the other people and continue to make contact with them after the matrimonial convention. You can build a firm network of friendship.

How do I cancel my registration or update my profile?

For cancellation of registration or to update your profile, you can send us your request by email to . See T & Con websitefor refunds.

When can I get the participant’s registration number?

You will receive the registration number on the first day of the convention on Friday August 4th, 06 at your hotel or at Albert’s Royal Palace.

Is it okay if I send a picture 2.5" x 3.5" in size, since here in Canada they do not produce a picture with the dimensions 2"X2"?

Yes, we will manage the size of the picture during scanning.

I may not be able to have professional pictures taken before the July 5th. Is it possible to register first and then send the pictures?

Yes, but we may not be able to include your photo if it is not received by July 5th.

Can I send my picture to you via email?

No. We are working on this. Check for latest information.

I wanted to know if a colored paper copy of my picture will be fine for the 2"x2" picture. Does the paper quality affect your copying the picture?

For best results, we strongly recommend you to send two copies of 2" X 2" professional quality color photos.

About Participation:

Can I get souvenir without participating in the convention?

You can get the souvenir only if you have paid to register for the convention. Souvenir will be available to participants on the evening of Friday August 4th 2006 at the Hotel or at Albert’s Royal Palace after arrival. It is not available for sale.

What is the dress code for the convention?

Dress code for the entire convention, aside from the outdoor activities, is formal/semi formal (no jeans/shorts, sneakers, hats, etc). Participants are encouraged to wear suits/business attire or Indian dress. Dress to impress! Bring tennis racquets, games, jeans/shorts, sneakers, hat etc with you for outdoor picnic on Sunday.

If I register and cannot make the convention, what happens to the registration fees? Will I still be able to get a souvenir?

Registration fees are non refundable after July 20, 2006. Check T & C. We do make souvenir available to registered participants at the convention. Arrangement can be made after the convention if your registration is not cancelled.

What is the age limit of the participants?

Age limit is 21 and older. We encourage all young Jain adults who are in 20’s and 30’s to register. Parents are not attending JAIN MILAN 2006 convention.

About Convention:

When is the next convention scheduled and where?

Please check for this information.

When can I get the souvenir with bio-data and pictures of the participants?

During the official registration on the first day of the convention on August 4th, 2006, each participant will receive a souvenir with partial bio-data and a photo of each participant.

Can you send me a booklet with bio-data and pictures of the participants in advance before we decide to make an expensive trip?

Only registered participants may receive via E-mail or a booklet (without pictures and without contact information) on or before August 1, 06.

Is there a limit to how many participants we can meet?

There is no limit. We encourage you to meet as many participants as possible.

What is the program schedule for the convention?

Program Details:

What is planned for 3-day weekend?

Check website for latest information about the activities.

We will decide soon. Some of activities under consideration are:

Friday evening: 6pm to midnight *Speed dating *Icebreakers

Saturday:From 9am *Opening Ceremony *Group Sessions *Games *Speaker(s) *One-on-one meetings with consent of each other *Mingling with Light Music in background *Free Time (4 to 6pm)

From 6pm to midnight: *Honoring Financial Supporters *Ras-Garba

Sunday:9am to 2pm *Outdoor Activities in Park (Weather permitting), bring your Tennis Racquets and other games

*Vegetarian Food everyday

*Souvenir with Partial Bio-data and Photo of the Participants

Near by Attractions:

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Terms and Conditions and Disclaimer:

JAINA and JAIN MILAN 2006 reserve the right to change/substitute/cancel any specific program. No refunds will be given for any such change. JAIN MILAN 2006 is organized to give you opportunity to meet young adults. JAINA and JAIN MILAN 2006 gives no guarantee about number or qualifications of the registrants. No specific results should be expected from this conference. JAINA and JAIN MILAN 2006 assume no liabilities for the information provided by the participants and for any personal injures or losses occurred during the convention.

All cancellation requests must be in writing by email to . Registration fee less $100 will be refunded if the cancellation request is received before July 20, 2006. Absolutely no Refunds from July 21, 2006. If the convention is cancelled because of some unforeseen reasons, registration fees will be refunded.

Convener:

Gunvant Shah, JAINA, VP Northeast

Contact information:

Gunvant Shah, 12 Ascot Place, North Brunswick, NJ 08902 USA

Phone: 732-246-4030 E-mail: