Email: kan.nashville@gmail.com
KAN Sports Carnival Continues.....
KAN 28 Game
KAN is back with another event as part of the 2026 Sports carnival !! A Kerala Tradition playing card 28 championship !!! The Championship event is on Saturday, November 14 from 11 AM and the venue is 2301 Tinney Place, Brentwood, TN 37027.
If you are not registered for the sports carnival with the playing card option and you like to join the event to play cards, still time to register. The last day of registration is Sunday, November 8. To register please contact KAN Sports Committee chair or co-chair.
Jingle and Mingle 2027
KAN New Year event
Dear KAN Friends and Families,
We’re excited to announce that registration is OPEN for Jingle & Mingle 2027! Join us for a night of celebration, games, and music&dance as we ring in the new year!
Event Details:
Date & Time: Saturday, January 2, 2027, at 5:00 PM
Location: Nolensville Historical Society, 7248 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN 37135
Highlights of the Event:
- Christmas Caroling: Embrace the holiday spirit with caroling.
- Exciting Games: KAN Winter Gala
- Family Photo Booth: Capture memories with loved ones.
- Delicious Holiday Dishes: Enjoy festive food with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
- South Rhythms & Bollywood Beats by DJ Krish
Ticketing Details:
- Individual (Member): $25 (early bird) or $30 (door)
- Individual (Non-Member): $30 (early bird) or $35 (door)
- Kids under 5: Free
- Kids aged 6 – 12 (Member): $10 (early bird) or $15 (door)
- Kids aged 6 – 12 (Non-Member): $15 (early bird) or $20 (door)
- Member Guests: $25 (early bird) or $30 (door) (Guests must accompany a member and be immediate family or friends outside of the Nashville Malayalee community.)
Early Bird Pricing Ends on Sunday, December 13 2026! Purchase tickets in advance using Zelle to kantreasurer@gmail.com with memo “Jingle & Mingle 2027” (Preferrable method of payment) or the PayPal option given in the page at https://kantn.org/payments (Note: Please calculate total amount according to the number of tickets and make payment.)
Note: Please don’t wait until the last day—registration may close early once we reach capacity.
This is a wonderful opportunity for non-members to join the KAN family and enjoy member discounts at our events. Become a member here: https://kantn.org/apply-for-membership
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate with the KAN community. Gather your loved ones and join us to make this a memorable start to 2027!
Warm regards,
KAN Executive Committee.
President's message
January 1, 2026.
Dear KAN Family members and Friends,
I am writing to you today with immense pride and deep gratitude as I officially step into the role of President of Kerala Association of Nashville (KAN). Thank you for placing your confidence and trust in me to lead this vital organization. I accept this responsibility with eagerness and a profound commitment to our shared mission.
First, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to our outgoing President, Shibu Pillai, and the previous Executive Committee for their exceptional leadership and tireless dedication. Their and KAN previous leadership's efforts and contributions have shaped KAN into the strong, impactful organization it is today, and I am honored to continue this journey building on their success.
I am continually inspired by the passion and resilience of our members and partners who help to advance our cause. This is a collective task, and it is our shared values of resilience, integrity, compassion, collaboration that will guide us forward. As we look to the future, my vision for KAN is centered on a permanent office for KAN and we constitute a committee to come up with a plan to achieve that goal named "Kerala Center Nashville (KCN)" project. Over the coming two years, we will also focus on implementing our flagship events and activities that previous leaderships have successfully implemented.
I believe that every member of our community has valuable insights and a vital role to play in this work. My goal is to foster an environment of open dialogue and collaboration, ensuring every voice is heard and respected.
Here is how you can get involved and stay connected:
- Explore our initiatives: Learn more about our current programs and their impact on our website.
- Share your voice: Participate in our upcoming events mentioned below to help shape our future direction.
- Follow our journey: Stay updated on our latest news and success stories on our social media channels:
https://www.facebook.com/KANTNUSA/
https://www.instagram.com/keralaassociationofnashville/?igsh=eG82Zmtzd2QxYTF2#
I am excited about the possibilities that lie before us. Together, we can achieve significant milestones and make a lasting impact. Thank you again for your unwavering support and commitment to KAN's mission. I look forward to working alongside each of you.
With hope and determination,
Sincerely,
Sankar Mana
(President, KAN 2026-27)
Mobile: 615-336-1975
Email: ambazhakkattu@gmail.com
our 2026 events and activities
Jingle & Mingle - Welcome 2026!! Saturday, January 17 at 5.00 PM
"You have to dream before your dreams can come true! Let the New Year be the start of your dreams turning into a reality!!"
- A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
International Women's Day (Sunday, Mar 8, 2026) Celebrations - Saturday, February 28 2026
"There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish"
-Michelle Obama
Marathon Volunteering Saturday, April 25 at 6 AM -12 Noon
Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once every other year or 4 years, but when you volunteer , you vote everyday about the kind of community you want to live in.
യുവകളരി (Yuvakalari) March 21 2 PM - 4.30 PM at Nashville public library Edmondson Pike branch
"We cannot build the Future for the Youths, but We can build our youth for the future." - Franklin D. Roosevelt
Sports Carnival April to July
KAN Picnic Saturday, May 2 from 10 AM to 5 PM
"Success is no accident, it is hard work, perseverance, leaning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing ore learning to do"
- Pele
KAN Picnic Saturday, May 2 from 10 AM to 5 PM
KAN Picnic Saturday, May 2 from 10 AM to 5 PM
"Unless you are at a picnic, life is no picnic"
-Jane Wagner
Beyond School College 101 Sunday, August 2 at 8 PM
KAN ONAM PAYASA PERUMA Sunday, August 9 at 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM
KAN ONAM PAYASA PERUMA Sunday, August 9 at 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM
KAN ONAM PAYASA PERUMA Sunday, August 9 at 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM
KAN ONAM PAYASA PERUMA Sunday, August 9 at 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM
KAN ONAM PAYASA PERUMA Sunday, August 9 at 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM
Onam Mahothsvavm Saturday, August 22
KAN ONAM PAYASA PERUMA Sunday, August 9 at 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM
Pickleball Tournament - Saturday, September 26
"Onam is an opportunity to celebrate life, showcase traditions, and create beautiful memories"
- M. T. Vasudevan Nair
Pickleball Tournament - Saturday, September 26
KAN Sports Carnival - Playing cards championship, November 14 at 11 AM onwards.
Pickleball Tournament - Saturday, September 26
Special Olympics Volunteering Saturday, October 11
KAN Sports Carnival - Playing cards championship, November 14 at 11 AM onwards.
KAN Sports Carnival - Playing cards championship, November 14 at 11 AM onwards.
KAN Sports Carnival - Playing cards championship, November 14 at 11 AM onwards.
KAN Sports Carnival - Playing cards championship, November 14 at 11 AM onwards.
KAN Sports Carnival - Playing cards championship, November 14 at 11 AM onwards.
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