SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025

10:30 AM–1:00 PM

Grand View Lodge at Powder Mills Park

49 Woolston Road, Pittsford, NY, 14534

Attire: Casual; Consider dressing in yellows, oranges, and reds

Please join us for our Gaye Holud (translates to "turmeric on the body"), which is a pre-wedding ceremony where turmeric paste is applied to the groom and the bride. Turmeric is known to have healing properties, and its application on the skin is thought to bring a distinct glow to the bride and groom for their upcoming wedding day. It is an important pre-wedding tradition in Bengal, the area of India where Poorna's family is from. We look forward to sharing this tradition with our guests.

The Gaye Holud will be a casual and fun event. Lunch will be served alongside traditional Bengali sweets. A mehndi ('henna') artist will be available for anyone who would like to beautify their hands.

We welcome all members of your family, including children.

A portion of this event will be outdoors - it may be chilly and possibly rainy! Please dress accordingly! Lunch will be served indoors.