AID Calendar 2008     Dotting the Indian countryside, under thatched roofs, on verandahs, and in village lanes, hands flex and flutter in precise movements to create works of art not for permanent admiration, but for daily wear. Unlike many countries, where works of hand art appear only in museums, in India young and old practice handloom weaving as a living craft for their daily bread. This low cost, labor intensive technology, using equipment built from environment-friendly materials, consumes almost no electricity and directly employs over 12 million people. Yet, along with farmers, weavers struggle to survive in India today. Our 2008 calendar highlights some of India's handmade textile wealth, along with the basic processes that transform cotton fiber to fabric and pays tribute to the extraordinary men and women involved in this craft. We hope this calendar helps more of us become cognizant of the issues, and connect at a deeper level.

New year is just around the corner, which means it is time for a new calendar! For a suggested donation of $12, you get a lovely AID calendar with not just information on all the festivals and important holidays and events, but also captured moments from the lives of people we support. When you buy a calendar from AID, you are supporting projects which AID-Boston is working on. Projects that you can learn more about, projects that you can actually be part of. And this means you know where the money goes! This calendar is made with 100% recycled paper designed with open source technology. When you purchase a calendar, you help us spread AID's message. Buying a calendar will go a long way in encouraging our team of volunteers - students and professionals, who gave their time and effort to bring you this calendar. Finally, if you ever wanted to be a part of a fundraiser for projects in India, this is your chance. Please support us with getting this calendar and encourage your friends and family to buy one too. Thank You!