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Dhanteras · Activity
Elders’ stories
Ask grandparents how they kept Dhanteras — a living record of family tradition.
- Time
- 30 min
- Who
- Elders and family
- Steps
- 4
Keep ready
- Notebook or phone to record
- Comfortable seating
How to do it
- 1
Set the scene
Sit together somewhere quiet and unhurried.
- 2
Ask open questions
Ask what they bought, how they did the puja and who joined.
- 3
Record or note
Write down or record the stories with their permission.
- 4
Share back
Read or play the stories for the wider family.
Helpful tips 💡
- Ask before recording.
- Keep it a conversation, not an interview.
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Plan a family dinner out
Find a well-rated place to eat together and check booking options on Google Maps.
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Family Dhanteras dinner
A shared meal at home to close the day together.