The eighth annual local Ananda Mela (Joyful Festival of India) took place July 29-30 at Redmond City Hall. The massive festival of Indian art and culture featured traditional Indian arts, culture, cuisine, languages and literature. Courtesy photo
Shiro moved to Seattle at a time when the exoticism of Japanese cuisine had suddenly begun finding favorable reviews in American press. By Jayendrina Singha Ray, guest columnist.
Even with big names at this year’s con, locals brought the good vibes to the nerdy weekend.
Tickets are available for this two-day fandom event at the Outlet Collection’s Unlock the Con on Feb. 17 and 18.
