Namaskar We are looking forward to Welcoming You and Your Family to be a part of Delaware Valley Marathi Mitra Mandal (DVMMM)!!!Immerse yourself in our Marathi-speaking Community, fostering lasting connections that celebrate tradition and togetherness.Here are the details for DVMMM Membership - 2026.DVMMM Annual Membership includes admission to 7 events (Makar Sankranti, Gudhi Padwa, Outdoor Holi, the annual picnic, Yoga Day, Ganeshotsav and Diwali). You must RSVP by the deadline to be eligible for membership benefits.Premium event(s) – such as Marathi nataks, musical performances, movie screenings – will be open to all DVMMM members; a ticket fee may be charged to help cover program costs. DVMMM members are eligible to participate in events such as summer camping, hiking, children’s activities, senior focused groups, workshops, youth-oriented seminars, and other indoor and outdoor sports activitiesSpecial New-Member offer Join DVMMM today and choose the membership that fits your lifestyle. New members (who were not part of year 2025) receive a 10% discount on either an Annual Membership or pick a Flex Membership option – Your Choice! Flex Membership (New Members only)– Pick What You Love! One free program from: Sankranti, Gudhi Padwa, or Ganeshotsav. Full-year price: $60 (Family flex includes individual, spouse, and children under 18). Pay-as-you-go convenience for additional events – RSVP within the timeline is required to reserve your family spot. Adults: $20 per event Kids: $10 per event Why choose Flex?Try DVMMM at a great value Keep your schedule flexible Enjoy priority access to member eventsWarm Regards,DVMMM EC 2026

Namaskar,Delaware Marathi Shala (DMS) is a part of Delaware Valley Marathi Mitra Mandal (DVMMM).We are now accepting new enrollments for the 2026–2027 academic year.GradesBalwadi: Age 5 +Grade 1: Ages 6–7Grade 2: Ages 7–8Grade 3: Ages 8–9Important Placement Rules:Returning Students / BMM Certificate Holders: Students who have already cleared a BMM exam will automatically advance to the next sequential grade level.New Students: The listed age groups are recommended guidelines. New students who have not cleared a BMM exam will take assessment to determine the best grade for their current language proficiency.For more details or questions about custom placement, please contact our Shala teachers.Please contact our Shala teachers for more information:Lata Vinod: 302-690-7078Pranali Khandke: 443-735-5503Shala ScheduleClasses will be held from the second week of September 2026 through June 2027.Classes will be conducted once a week (Saturday or Sunday) for one hour.Class FormatBalwadi and Grade 1 classes will be conducted in person at the temple, with some sessions held online.Grades 2 and 3 classes will be conducted online only.Curriculum & ExaminationsWe follow the BMM Curriculum for all grades.At the end of the academic year, students may appear for the BMM Examination and will receive a certificate from BMM.Students may also appear for the Maharashtra State Board-accredited Bal Bharati Examinations and will receive a certificate from the Maharashtra State Board.Important NoteDeadline for registration will be 7th Aug 2026For in-person classes, it is the parents' responsibility to drop off and pick up their child(ren) on time. Teachers and volunteers are not responsible for children after the class has ended.Disclaimer: Under no circumstances shall DVMMM, the Teachers of Delaware Marathi Shala, or the Hindu Temple of Delaware be held responsible or liable for any personal injury sustained by a child while attending Delaware Marathi Shala.New students who have not taken the BMM Marathi exam are encouraged to register by July 31.Registrations received after the August 7 deadline will be charged a late fee of USD 5.Fee Includes: Shala facility rental(Temple), books and shipping, two events (including food), Venue rental for major events, one workshop, midterm exams, and paper printing costs.Fee Excludes: BMM Final Examination fees, materials for the second workshop, and any activity or material costs not specifically listed above.Please submit one registration form per child.Warm Regards,Delaware Marathi Shala (DMS) Teachers 🙏🏻