Saraswati Cultural Association hosted its inaugural Diwali Festival of Lights at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center. From 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 16, visitors arrived at the free outdoor event to enjoy a celebration of culture and community via folk dances and live performances. The festival featured a variety of vendors for adults and children, creating a family-friendly atmosphere that allowed everyone to participate.
The Saraswati Cultural Association hopes to make the festival a reoccurring event in East Brunswick to promote cultural and ethnic harmony in the community.
For more information on the organization, upcoming events and its overall mission, visit www.scaofnj.org/#/.