[GOANET] GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' News letter
-- Archives: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/goa-net/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Goanet2003/ -- NEWS LETTER 30th January 2003 Dear Friend Friday February 14th is the date to circle in your diaries. Friends of the Orchestra present the GSSO for a magical evening of Romantic Classics for Valentine's Day. The venue is The Grand Ballroom at the Goa Marriott Resort, Panaji. The ticket price of Rs 250 is ALL INCLUSIVE and covers the concert itself, together with light refreshments and a glass of wine after the performance (courtesy of the Goa Marriott who are helping the Friends of the Orchestra in their efforts). This is a fundraiser for the GSSO and all ticket proceeds will go towards securing the future of the Orchestra. The time is 7.00pm with doors closing sharp at 7.15. And it promises to be a lovely evening with a very special programme. We are very grateful indeed to the Marriott Hotel and especially to their General Manager Philip Spencer for his help in supporting this cause. We need more 'Friends' and sponsors like the Marriott, especially since, as from January 2003 of this year, the orchestra is entirely reliant on individual donations from well wishers, classical music enthusiasts. And totally dependent on the hard work and efforts of the 'Friends of the Orchestra' committee (who are all, incidentally, volunteers.) Since we no longer receive government funding from the Kala Academy or anywhere else we therefore need all the help we can get to support GSSO concerts and to keep this, our tiny states very own orchestra, going. No longer will 'Friends of the Orchestra' be able to afford to hold performances at the Kala Academy (other than those already agreed) due to the prohibitive costs of organising these particular concerts. We will be concentrating instead on smaller select venues with live performances of classical music in beautiful surroundings. Our concert programmes will be of a thematic nature, so that each performance promises to be a unique and enjoyable experience. Please tell all your friends, visitors and neighbours about this very special event and be there yourself on the 14th Feb. for "Romantic classics on Valentines Day" to help this cause! The venue only holds 300 people - so book early to avoid disappointment! We look forward to having a glass of wine with all of you after the performance. Tickets are available at: The Marriott Resort, Panaji. Telephone Lester on 246 Pedro Fernandes Music Shop, Panaji Tel.222 6642 Davlin Electronics (David Coxhill), Treasurer, Tel. 222 9537 For further details about the Goa State String Orchestra and how to help support classical music in Goa contact finearts_gsso @ rediff.mail.com Best wishes Carole Lobo Dixon Public Relations "Friends of the Orchestra" To contact 'Friends of the Orchestra' Email us at [EMAIL PROTECTED] GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' Administration address: 'Arcadia', Ho. No. 71, Moica Vaddo, Pilerne, Bardez - GOA 403 114 Posted for GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' rene
[GOANET] Goenkar TV
-- Archives: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/goa-net/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Goanet2003/ -- Goankars ! Goenkar - www.goenkar.com http://LIVE.Goenkar.com Will be streaming it live on live.goenkar.com at 4.00 pm - 5.15pm Goa time and then again at 9-10:15 pm. This is a new Goenkar TV kind of system. So its not really live. - :) Mario Alvares - AlienWiz [EMAIL PROTECTED] posted by rene
[GOANET] Children's Christmas Tree Party
-- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, +1 (714) 821-6168 Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] for a free party announcement Archives: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/goa-net/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Goanet2003/ -- Hello! Saturday December 21st was the Children's Christmas Tree Party. Due to the rain (or threat of it) it was held up in the hall... For photos and short narration, follow the link: http://groups.msn.com/Tanzanite/dichildrensxmastreeparty02.msnw?Page=1 We will try to post more pictures of other events as and when. Just in case, have a Wonderful Christmas and New Year!!! Courtesy - Diana and Diamond Goans of Tanzania To Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 19-22: Gauri Divan's studio pottery, Rust, Aguada Rd Ph 2479340 Dec 23-Jan 7: Dayanita Singh's photo exhibition, Art House Tel 2276123 Jan 18-19: International kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem
[GOANET] Goans Tanzanite
-- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, +1 (714) 821-6168 Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] for a free party announcement Archives: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/goa-net/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Goanet2003/ -- Friday December 20th was the Children's Puppet show For photos and short narration, follow the link: http://groups.msn.com/Tanzanite/dixmasquizandshow02.msnw?Page=1 Courtesy - Diana and Diamond Goans Tanzanite - Dar es Salaam Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14 onwards: Shireen Mody's Goa 2002 exhibition, Arpora. Tel 2276759 Dec 17, 18, 20: Indo-Portuguese furniture, lectures Fundacao Ph 2230728 Jan 19-22: Gauri Divan's studio pottery, Rust, Aguada Rd Ph 2479340 Dec 23-Jan 7: Dayanita Singh's photo exhibition, Art House Tel 2276123 Jan 18-19: International kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem
[GOANET] A £500 reward is on offer this Christmas to anyone who informs police of a drink-driver.
Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14 onwards: Shireen Mody's Goa 2002 exhibition, Arpora. Tel 2276759 Dec 17, 18, 20: Indo-Portuguese furniture, lectures Fundacao Ph 2230728 Jan 18-19: International kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem £500 reward for informing on a drink-driver 11:39am Sunday, 15th December 2002 A £500 reward is on offer this Christmas to anyone who informs police of a drink-driver. The money is put up by Crimestoppers, the national charity set up to persuade people to shop criminals via telephone tip-offs. The group has launched a national campaign this Christmas so anyone who phones police with information about a drink-driver can also give their personal details to receive a reward. Once a drink-driver is arrested, charged and convicted the cash will be paid. The campaign is being launched to try to cut road accidents over the festive period. The scheme was piloted last year but very few people who shopped drink drivers claimed the cash. Ron Jessup, vice chairman of the Campaign Against Drinking and Driving (CADD), said: "Crimestoppers tried a localised scheme last year and I understand it was quite successful so they have decided to go national." Police this year have been cracking down with drink-drive campaigns, with "morning-after" drivers particularly at risk. Anyone caught over the legal limit faces a fine of up to £2,500, up to three months in prison and a lengthy ban. About 600 people are killed each year and many more injured by drink-drivers. fwd -- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, +1 (714) 821-6168 Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] for a free party announcement --
[GOANET] The BJP has won
Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14 onwards: Shireen Mody's Goa 2002 exhibition, Arpora. Tel 2276759 Dec 17, 18, 20: Indo-Portuguese furniture, lectures Fundacao Ph 2230728 Jan 18-19: International kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem Modi ka magic chal gaya BHARAT DESAI TIMES NEWS NETWORK[ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2002 01:18:03 PM ] AHMEDABAD: The BJP has won a two-thirds majority in Gujarat, winning 125 of the 181 seats for which polls were held. The Congress won 52 seats, while independent candidates took 4 seats. The BJP bettered its 1998 position when it won 122 out of 173 seats. Details at http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/cms.dll/html/comp/articleshow?artid=31356 318 -- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, +1 (714) 821-6168 Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] for a free party announcement --
[GOANET] Fw: Goan Wedding Songs.................Konkani Music CDs Review.
Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14 onwards: Shireen Mody's Goa 2002 exhibition, Arpora. Tel 2276759 Dec 17, 18, 20: Indo-Portuguese furniture, lectures Fundacao Ph 2230728 Jan 18-19: International kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem Konkani Music CDs Review. Daniel F. de Souza - Goan Wedding Songs 'Goan Review Art Foundation' (GRAF) a Socio-Cultural Organisation which is keeping the Goan Cultural flag fluttering high among other Mumbai based Goans. Recently when the World Goa Heritage Day' 2002 Celebrations were held round the globe by Goans, GRAF organised a plethora of Goan Cultural events to commemorate the day. Recently, Fausto has come out with a konkani CD comprising of 'Goan Wedding Songs' under the banner of Dinfa Productions. http://www.goa-world.net > Konkani CD Review [ Goan Wedding Songs ] fwd rene barreto -- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, +1 (714) 821-6168 Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] for a free party announcement --
Re: [GOANET] The Tiatr named 'ASRO' meaning shelter ..........cont
Dec 7-8: Seminar 'Jesuits in India', at XCHR-Porvorim Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14: Customer Relationship Mgt Seminar, Xaviers, Mapusa Tel 2262356 Dec 13: Dance workshop, with Jaap Van Maanen. Tel 2275733 BB Cafe Dec 09: Martial arts for women and travellers. Tai Chi, Karate, BB Cafe Jan 18-19: Int't kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem * * * * * * * * * * * * Note: Some events continue beyond the starting date mentioned above No problem - go ahead and use it no copyright ! rene - Original Message - From: "Orlando Fernandes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, December 07, 2002 5:17 AM Subject: Re: [GOANET] The Tiatr named 'ASRO' meaning shelter ..cont > > Give a Goan a gift... introduce him/her to GoaNet! > > > Hello Rene, > I would like to your post for ourforthconimg issue of 'Dulpod' > (www.dulpod.com) if you would like to contribute regularly do register > online and post your articles. > Regards > Orlando > - Original Message - > From: "rbarreto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "GoaNet" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2002 12:18 PM > Subject: [GOANET] The Tiatr named 'ASRO' meaning shelter ..cont > > > > > > Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. > New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). > > > > > > > > Cont ...from 1. > > > > > > > > The Tiatr was replete with a rich repertoire of > > songs , most of which were based on topical issues, ranging from > terrorism > > to Goa. This varied fare was well received by the audience. The live > music > > accompaniment - Mr.A D'Mello on Saxophone, Mr. Mario Fernandes on the > > Guitar ,Francis Rodrigues on the Bass, Mathew Fernandes on the Keyboards > > and Mathias Sequeira on the drums-enlivened and injected a festive > > atmosphere into the hall.A song on the legendary Chris Perry by Cassey , > > Anthony and Xavier ( Alphonso Bros.) was much appreciated. Popular > artist > > and Fantasy Band leader from Goa, Connie M, who was in the UK around > > the time won the hearts of the people with his two beautiful songs. > > Rev.Fr.Oliver Antao who sang a touching song on priests received a > > thunderous ovation. Amongthe others, who entertained the gathering > > by their renditions were A.Perry > > , > > Damaciano and Ida D Souza, Paxiao, Larry Boy , Zeferino , Tony , Anthony > > and Felix Gonsalves.The acts on stage were enhanced by brilliant light > > effects, managed by Simon Fernandes.The were further supplemented with > > song specific scenes and pictures of Goa and other places which were > > effectively handled by Jayson Goes. The sound system was provided by > > Mr.Gregg Carvalho and the stage managed by Mr.Caetano Braganza. > > > > Earlier , the meet was addressed by Fr.Oliver Antao sfx,Asian Chaplain of > > the the Archdioceses of Southwark and Westminster in London. He > > congratulated the hosts for putting up the splendid show and complimented > > them for their efforts in keep the heritage of Goa , alive in the land of > > their domicile . He reminded those present,that only we,the sons and > > daughters of Konkani, can give our mother tongue its due and identity, and > > called for the whole hearted support in preserving and promoting the > unique > > art and culture of Goa,amongst the Goan diaspora . In this connection , > > it was decided to rename the nascent organization as 'The Goan Heritage- > > UK 'in order to broaden its scope and reflect its aims of fostering the > > Goan identity through Art,Dance,Drama,Music and Language. > > > > The director Mr.Lawrence Mascarenhas then profusely > > thanked the people for their support and encouragement , and further > > promised to stage a few more shows in and around London and UK., > > yielding to the popular demand. > > > > Photographs of the show > > > > YOUTH of GOA UK > > http://community.webshots.com/album/19790268fKxbNTWxWV > > YOUTH of G
[GOANET] Re: [Goa Sudharop] Volunteer to work with Goan non-profits/NGOs in Goa
Dec 7-8: Seminar 'Jesuits in India', at XCHR-Porvorim Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14: Customer Relationship Mgt Seminar, Xaviers, Mapusa Tel 2262356 Dec 13: Dance workshop, with Jaap Van Maanen. Tel 2275733 BB Cafe Dec 09: Martial arts for women and travellers. Tai Chi, Karate, BB Cafe Jan 18-19: Int't kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem * * * * * * * * * * * * Note: Some events continue beyond the starting date mentioned above Friends , May I take this opportunity in CONGRATULATING George , Darryl and the many others who are associated with Goa Sudharop for the wonderful work they and others are doing for Goa through the Volunteers and Goan non-profits/NGOs in Goa I would like to see more Goans give some thing back to GOA , some of their valuable time in doing something for Goa - , if not by way of money then at least by way of their TIME ..ten minutes per WEEK !? but then again we need to MAKE.the TIME VISIT Goa Sudharop and register yourslves at www.goasudharop.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] This years WORLD GOA DAY August 2003- theme is " Giving something back to Goa - Goan YOUTH and Identity." I hope and feel sure that many MORE GOANS will particaipate in this years GOAN World events / celebrations of WORLD GOA DAY in August 2003. I am alsopleased to inform you that Goa Sudharop will be hosting the World Goa Day page / Links on their website. Viva GOA ! rene barreto WGD 2003 - Original Message - From: "George Pinto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, December 07, 2002 5:30 PM Subject: [Goa Sudharop] Volunteer to work with Goan non-profits/NGOs in Goa > Dear all, > > Goa Sudharop (www.goasudharop.org) has placed volunteers in Goa to work with non-profits/NGOs and > has partnered with the American India Foundation founded by former President Clinton. Visit > http://www.goasudharop.org/gs_involved.htm > > American India Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2003 Service Corps > Fellowship Program for Goans to volunteer in Goa. > > The AIF Service Corps Program awards Fellowships to outstanding individuals to travel to Goa/India > and places and supports them in working with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) focused on > various development related projects. Fellowships are for a 9 month commitment and begin in > September 2003. The program was started in June 2001 and has to date awarded 52 fellowships for > development projects throughout Goa/India. Volunteers are paid a stipend and provided > boarding/lodging, food, transport. > > For more information or to apply online please visit the website or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > http//www.aifoundation.org, http://www.aifoundation.org/sc_apply.html > > Regards, > George Pinto > > Goa Sudharop > www.goasudharop.org -- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 14 - New England Goans, Wellesly, MA, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] +1 (603) 673-3762 (deadline for tickets Dec 5th) Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset, NJ, USA +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, CA, USA, [EMAIL PROTECTED] +1 (714) 821-6168 (late fee on tickets after Dec 10) Please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] to advertise a party. This service is FREE! --
Re: [GOANET] This is Viveca in Malaysia
Dec 7-8: Seminar 'Jesuits in India', at XCHR-Porvorim Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com Dec 14: Customer Relationship Mgt Seminar, Xaviers, Mapusa Tel 2262356 Dec 13: Dance workshop, with Jaap Van Maanen. Tel 2275733 BB Cafe Dec 09: Martial arts for women and travellers. Tai Chi, Karate, BB Cafe Jan 18-19: Int't kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem * * * * * * * * * * * * Note: Some events continue beyond the starting date mentioned above SUPPORT GOA Buisness First. rene - Original Message - From: "Tim de Mello" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, December 08, 2002 7:40 AM Subject: Re: [GOANET] This is Viveca in Malaysia > > Dec 7-8: Seminar 'Jesuits in India', at XCHR-Porvorim > Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com > Dec 14: Customer Relationship Mgt Seminar, Xaviers, Mapusa Tel 2262356 > Dec 13: Dance workshop, with Jaap Van Maanen. Tel 2275733 BB Cafe > Dec 09: Martial arts for women and travellers. Tai Chi, Karate, BB Cafe > Jan 18-19: Int't kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem > > * * * * * * * * * * * * > Note: Some events continue beyond the starting date mentioned above > > > Go to: > http://www.goacom.com/hotels > > A good clean and cheap place for 2 days would be: > http://www.goacom.com/hotels/anjunabeachresort/ > I know the place and the owners. > > Tell them you saw this on Goa-Net. > > Tim de Mello > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Ontario, CANADA > > > > > > >From: V Fading <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >Subject: [GOANET] This is Viveca in Malaysia > >Date: Sat, 7 Dec 2002 10:14:57 -0800 (PST) > > > > > >Dec 7-8: Seminar 'Jesuits in India', at XCHR-Porvorim > >Ongoing: Exhibition of paintings, Art Chamber, Calangute www.goa-art.com > >Dec 14: Customer Relationship Mgt Seminar, Xaviers, Mapusa Tel 2262356 > >Dec 13: Dance workshop, with Jaap Van Maanen. Tel 2275733 BB Cafe > >Dec 09: Martial arts for women and travellers. Tai Chi, Karate, BB Cafe > >Jan 18-19: Int't kite carnival at Morgim beach, Pernem > > > >* * * * * * * * * * * * > >Note: Some events continue beyond the starting date mentioned above > > > > > > > >Hi all, > > > >Sorry my outlook express is having problems and so am > >using my other id. > > > >What I would like to know is the name of an average > >priced hotel in Goa for a family visit..please > >email me regarding this anyone . Period of stay 15th - > >17th Dec. I'd like to show my husband Goa - his first > >visit. > > > >Thanks - Happy Christmas and all the best in the New > >Year. > > > >Viveca. > >(Malaysia) > > > >__ > >Do you Yahoo!? > >Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. > >http://mailplus.yahoo.com > >-- > >* CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * > > > >Dec 14 - New England Goans, Wellesly, MA, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > +1 (603) 673-3762 (deadline for tickets Dec 5th) > >Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset, NJ, USA > > +1 (732) 599-7644 > >Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, CA, USA, [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > +1 (714) 821-6168 (late fee on tickets after Dec 10) > > > >Please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] to advertise a party. > >This service is FREE! > >-- > > > _ > Tired of spam? Get advanced junk mail protection with MSN 8. > http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail > > -- > * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * > > Dec 14 - New England Goans, Wellesly, MA, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] > +1 (603) 673-3762 (deadline for tickets Dec 5th) > Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset, NJ, USA > +1 (732) 599-7644 > Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, CA, USA, [EMAIL PROTECTED] > +1 (714) 821-6168 (late fee on tickets after Dec 10) > > Please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] to advertise a party. > This service is FREE! > -- > -- * CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2002 * Dec 14 - New England Goans, Wellesly, MA, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] +1 (603) 673-3762 (deadline for tickets Dec 5th) Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset, NJ, USA +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los A
[GOANET] Support Goan business
Dec 6, 2002, 9.30 am onwards... St Xavier's College Mapusa alumni reunion CHARITY begins at HOME ! Support Goan business FIRST. RB Expressions Christmas Eve Hamper delivered in Goa: A special package deal for Goans all over the world who are not able to come home to Goa this Christmas. A Satin lined Hamper Basket containing: A beautiful flower arrangement; a classy Christmas Greetings card; an audiocassette of Christmas Carols; a 1 kg. Chocolate Christmas cake; a bottle of Champagne and a Christmas decorative item. All for £25 delivered to any address in Goa on 24th. Dec. e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] Full details at http://www.goa-world.net/expressions/xmas/ Courtesy - GoanVoice-UK mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://goanvoice.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/goanvoice-uk -- CHRISTMAS PARTIES Dec 14 - New England Goans, Wellesly, MA, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED], +1 (603) 673-3762 (deadline for tickets Dec 5th) Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset, NJ, USA, +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, CA, USA, [EMAIL PROTECTED] +1 (714) 821-6168 (late fee on tickets after Dec 10) Please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] to advertise a party. This service is FREE! --
[GOANET] GOAN Identity
Dec 6, 2002, 9.30 am onwards... St Xavier's College Mapusa alumni reunion Friends , An interesting tour of Houses of Goa - its worth a visit , more so if you have NEVER been to GOA! VISIT - http://www.goenkar.com/hst/ghs/identity.htm rene -- CHRISTMAS PARTIES Dec 14 - New England Goans, Wellesly, MA, USA, [EMAIL PROTECTED], +1 (603) 673-3762 (deadline for tix Dec 5th) Dec 14 - Goan Association of New Jersey, Inc., Somerset, NJ, USA, +1 (732) 599-7644 Dec 21 - GOA-LA, Los Angeles, CA, USA, [EMAIL PROTECTED], +1 (714) 821-6168 (late fee on tix after Dec 10) Please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] to advtertise a party. This service is FREE! --
[GOANET] (no subject)
Hello,http://www.goenkar.comGoenkar.com - The Goa Community SiteNow launched with an all new look and feelOn this very special day in Goa, the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Patron Saint of Goa.Happy Feast! and Happy Surfing!Best Regards,Mario AlvaresMario Alvares (Webmaster)www.Goenkar.comwww.TravelGoa.com - your online Guide to Goa.
[GOANET] Goa Heritage
Interesting site -Save our heritage http://www.saveheritage.com/goa/lady/lady.htm
[GOANET] ' A Pilgrimage of the Heart' cont . part 2
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). cont - A Pilgrimage of the Heart 'A Pilgrimage of the Heart' is meant to be what its name indicates: a journey that engages the heart into contemplation of the person and message of Jesus, the great Pilgrim, and of two of the persons he touched deeply, two persons close to the heart of Goans--- St. Francis Xavier who journeyed from Spain to distant Goa and other Asian lands, and Blessed Joseph Vaz, a son of Goa( now revered as the Patron of the Archdiocese ), who was irresistibly drawn, over a century later, to Sri Lanka . These three Pilgrims walk with the visitor and share with him or her some of the concerns that motivated them. The programmeuses a 'physical time' of exactly one hour, within which it tries to telescope through the centuries the salient moments in the life and vision of Jesus and these two men who followed in his footsteps. The stories are told through a wide range of media, from the traditional Goan terracotta and Portuguese 'azulejo' to the modern fibreglass and Plaster of Paris and experimental use of copper scrap; modern electronic and digital media work together with timeless arts like painting, sculpture and 'painting in thread' to weave a unique tapestry with many surprises. Original compositions and traditional melodies form part of a vibrant musicalbackground, provided by Leon D'Souza of Mumbai, enriching a presentation that moves through many times, cultures and styles. All this in a rare location : a floor of an ancient Casa Professa, now turned from a long neglected "bats' room" to the welcoming site of a spiritual journey. A number of reputed artists, including Mario de Miranda, Subodh Kerkar, Querozito D'Souza and LieslCotta D'Souza, Zilu Harmalkar, Dominic Cordo,Sadashiv Kunkolienkar, have worked to giveshape to this unique project,which was executed under the competent artisticdirection of Francisco Martins. Ray Kancharla, a media professional from Delhi, experienced in Son-et-Lumiere productions, was the consultantfor the Archdiocese, while Arch. Dean D'Cruz and Eng, Silvester D'Souza were the experts consulted about the structural work. All the world loves a good story. 'A Pilgrimage of the Heart' narrates its story in Konkani, English and Hindi, and the group of fifteen who enters the Gallery can have the language of its choice. Moreover, a Coffee Shop at the end of the 'trip' offers some refreshment and a choice of mementosrelating to the programme. The offering at the entrance is only Rs. 10 to be accessible to every visitor. However, the Gallery needs to cover a numberof overheads and maintenancedoes not come cheap. This is indeed a unique project, one of its kind in India,one that Goans and others will thoroughlyenjoy and remember for a long time.The Archdiocese hopes that visitors to Old Goa will make it a pointto spend this one hour at the Sound and Light Gallery. Also, to assist in defraying recurring costs , the management would welcome (and be grateful for!!!) contributions from generous donors. isabel santa rita vas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fr. Loiola can be contacted - [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] 'A Pilgrimage of the Heart'
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). (This post is being made in two parts to fulfill the requirements of Goanet. ) Goans and Friends of Goa , As many of you will be visiting the the Basilica of Bom Jesus at Old Goa today , tomorrow and in the coming days , I d like to share the experience with you of my visit to the' The Pilgrimage of the Heart', in March this year at the invitation of my friends Francisco and Nanda Martins , on that visit we met Fr.Loiola , a member of the Core Team that worked on ' The Pilgrimage of the Heart', who showed us around the beautiful setting. The setting is in the Casa Professa, adjoining the Basilica. I will now allow Isabel Santa Rita Vas , who is also with The Mustard Seed Theatre Group, based in Panjim -- to introduce you to this " Sound and Light Gallery " thanks - rene barreto -- The Sound and Light Gallery at the Casa Professa, Old Goa. A Pilgrimage of the Heart. Thousands of visitors ( pilgrims and tourists ) visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus at Old Goa through the year. They are usually ushered to the mausoleum where the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier lie, and sometimes a tourist guide gives them a few details about the history or the architectureof this beautiful site. They may take a few photographs and perhaps buy a curio or two to remind them of their visit. However, should they wish to know more about this man , venerated as a Saint of the Church, or about the religious tradition within which he lived and worked, or about the person of Jesus who inspired him where does such a visitor turn? For a long time, a need was felt to make available to the casual visitor as well as the pilgrim a glimpse into the life of St Francis, whom Goans love and venerate with a very special devotion. Today, this need is met by a colourful and artistic presentation in Son-et-Lumiere, entitled 'A Pilgrimage of the Heart'. The Gallery that houses it adjoins the Basilica, ( on the ground floor of the Casa Professa) so that, in a way, the ' Pilgrimage' flows straight from the visit to the sacred relics of the Saint. It was undertaken by the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman, under the initiative and leadership of the Auxiliary Bishop Filipe Neri Ferrao. It took over two years to complete and is the fruit of the collaboration of a large team of artists, and technical experts. Since the Papal Nuncio was visiting Goa on the date of the Feast of St Francis Xavier, he was specially requested to bless the Gallery at a private function on 3rd December 2001. Many outstanding details were then completed and the 'Pilgrimage' was thrown open to the public on 1st May 2002.Since then, numerous visitors to Old Goa have been quite astonished and delighted at what awaits them at the Gallery. Cont 2 -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] St.Fancois Xavier ................celebrations around the GOANWORLD.
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). GOANWORLD news - Goans of Paris -France. Mgr Francois Fleischamann. , the Priest in charge of Saint Franccois Xavier ,Church-Paris , extends his invitation to the Goans of Paris to join him in celebrating the feast of St.Francois Xavier on the 3rd of December 2002 Saint Francois Xavier, 12 Place du Presdent Mithouard Paris . France. time - 6.30 pm For further details - please visit St.Francois Xavier - Church - www.paroisse--sfx-paris.org email - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tel No. 01 44 49 62 62 Goans of Paris , France are there any Goans there ? If so , please do share with us of the happenings in France ! send a small report ...I am sure many of us would like to hear from you-- Goans of Karachi - Pakistan will be celebrating the Feast of St.Francis Xavier on the 3rd of December - for deatils See their Flyer at http://community.webshots.com/photo/41541835/56382229ANwYnV or you could visit www.goa-world.net > GOAN COMMUNITY IN ACTION WORLDWIDE > GOANWORLD - Whats on and where Deborah Santamaria [EMAIL PROTECTED] rene barreto -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] the Goa Heritage Action Group -
Goenkars and Friends ,Please join me in Congratulatiing the Goa Heritage Action Group(GHAG), on the occassion of the second Goa Heritage Festival 2002being held in Panjim Goa... a great show !On this occassion , I would like thank Heta Pandit ,the Hon Sec of the Goa Heritage Action Group -for working in partnership with us in organisingthe WORLD GOA DAY in Goa.http://www.goaheritage.org/events_worldgoaday.htmand there is more to comerene barreto-On LineNT Staff ReporterPanaji, Nov 26: The Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Parrikar, said thathis government was doing its best to boost heritage tourism in the state,and expressed the hope that if done properly, it could draw more tourists.Mr Parrikar, who inaugurated the 2-day second Goa Heritage Festival 2002,organised by Goa Heritage Action Group (GHAG), in collaboration withthe Department of Tourism and Panjim Municipal Council (PMC)at Campal, revealed that the government was trying to revive certainsites of historical importance."Heritage should not be linked to the Portuguese rule," the Chief Ministerobserved, pointing out that such a view might give a wrong perspectiveto the heritage preservation movement.Mr Parrikar further agreed that pressure from the builders' lobby might have been indirectly responsible for slowing down of themovement. He also added that the government was making attempts to reserve funds for monuments in the state and hoped that theseattempts would soon bear fruits.The Chief Minister felicitated the Chief Officer of PMC,Mr Sanjeet Rodrigues during the event and also launcheda website of Goa Heritage Action Group, www.goaheritage.orgMs Pallavi Dempo of Dempo Charities Trust, who was thespecial invitee, released a souvenir of the Group titled Parmal. Earlier,Mr Ralph de Souza, chairperson of GHAG welcomed,while Ms Heta Pandit, honorary secretary presented annual report of the Group. Mr Raya Shankhwalkar proposed a vote of thanks.The chairperson of PMC, Mr Ashok Naik, former Chief Minister,Ms Shashikala Kakodkar, delegate of Fundacao Oriente in India,Mr Sergio Mascarenhas e Almeida and editor of daily Gomantak,Mr Sharad Karkhanis also attended the function.During the second session, Ms Pandit spoke on 'Art andArchitecture of Goa', while Dr Pratima Kamat delivered alecture on 'Heritage - A Showcase for Tourism?' Ms Panditsaid that the houses are not just evidences of political,cultural and social lifestyles of a region but give geographical natureand time frame when they were constructed. Architecture is both,historical evidence as well as art form, she added."Goan houses areperfect examples of climatic adaptations and show combination of artand functionality," she opined. Ms Pandit further observed that Goa does not display massive monuments dedicated to emperors and queensbut has towering churches signifying hold of religion over political power,during their construction.Dr Kamat, stressing on the fact that uncontrolled tourism and unplanned development could be detrimental to the society,stated that linking heritage tourism to the service of sustainablecommunity development could be a viable proposition.She also objected to equating the Goan culture to Bohemianlifestyle and the carnivalisque image of the state projected tothe outside world. "Apart from the heritage belonging to thePortuguese period, that dating back to ancient and medieval times should also be promoted," she said. A number of otherprogrammes including demonstrations by artisans, open houseand folk dances were also organised during the day.posted by rene barreto
[GOANET] Two-day heritage fest from Tuesday
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). Friday, November 22, 2002, TIMES NEWS NETWORK ] Two-day heritage fest from Tuesday PANAJI: The Goa Heritage Action (GHA) group, the Panjim Municipal Council (PMC) and the Department of Tourism, have announced to hold the second Goa Heritage Festival on November 26 and 27. Details - http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/cms.dll/html/comp/articleshow?artid=29001 715 -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] Princess pleads guilty
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). London Evening Standard 21 November 2002 Princess pleads guilty Breaking news: The Princess Royal has become the first royal to have a criminal record after pleading guilty to charges that her dog bit two children. The Princess's English bull terrier bit two children aged seven and 12 as they walked in Windsor Great Park earlier this year... she has been fined Pounds Five hundred Read full deatils http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/articles/2152219?source=Evening%20Standar d -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] This first ever Konkani Christmas Pantomime
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). http://www.goanculturalsociety.com/ GCS KONKANI PANTOMIME Written & directed by Mike Alfonso Christmas is here again, and as part of the British tradition and culture, Christmas Pantomimes are staged all over UK. Most if not all the pantomimes are based on Fairy Tales and also include a few Christmas songs. The setting is just like our Konkani Tiatrs. The Goan Cultural Society UK will host its Annual Christmas Party for the cast, helpers and their families on 1st December this year. The GCS Committee decided to embrace a little bit of British culture, and will include a Christmas Pantomime in the party. That's not all, the Pantomime will be in Konkani and will star the GCS Children. The GCS Committee made this suggestion to the team, and Mike Alfonso of the legendary Alfonso brothers took on this challenge. Within a few days, Mike wrote his own version of CINDERELLA. We had to work fast, time was limited and the children were all busy with school work, but with the help of the parents we managed to have just over four rehearsals. Once again our confidence in the Goan children has been proved. They have a lot of talent and if given the chance, will prove beyond doubt that hey are second to non. This first ever Konkani Christmas Pantomime, includes only two adults, Ida D'Souza as the mother and Johnny Alfonso as Fr. Johnny. The three sisters are Lucinda Pereira, Caesarea Alfonso and Cianna Rodrigues. Mirose Alfonso plays the part of Cinderella. The three potential grooms are Adrian Alfonso, James Fernandes and Sean Furtado. In addition there will be a sing along of Christmas Carols. Music will be provided by Chilliboy and Camilo. There will be a repeat performance for the public at 3.00pm on 7th December 2002 at St Johns Hall, Bourne Hill, Palmers Green, London N13. For tickets contact: - Ida D'Souza on 020 8881 2921 and Rosy D'Silva on 020 8352 9450. Goan Cultural society UK - Poster - http://community.webshots.com/photo/41541835/55241902TCLAOw web site - http://www.goanculturalsociety.com/ fwd- rene barreto -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
Re: [GOANET] Re: Bread of heaven
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). Joe - You may pick it up at the following address: http://cards.webshots.com/c39159750slmtql Click on the link above to view your eCard. This link is good for 30 days. You can also view your card by visiting http://cards.webshots.com/pickup.html and entering your eCard number. Your personal eCard number is: c39159750slmtql Thanks! rene > > Santosh, > Thanx for yor comments on this recent event. Could you please send me a > copy of this JPEG file . > > Joe > Lobo ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) > > > > > > - Original Message - > From: "Santosh Helekar" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Monday, November 18, 2002 4:09 PM > Subject: [GOANET] Re: Bread of heaven > > > > > > Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. > New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). > > ==== > > > > --- In [EMAIL PROTECTED], "rbarreto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > > >Thousands of pilgrims including Hindus and Muslims are flocking to a > > >tiny church in southern India to see what they believe is the image > > of >Christ on a chapati > > > > > > > Most of us would see this image of Christ once told that we are > > supposed to see it. Our brain is good at visualizing and imagining > > faces of humans and animals in randomly distributed splotches, > > patches, dots, etc, especially after it is appropriately primed. If > > you look at the picture of this chapati with the face of Christ, and > > rotate it 180 degrees, you see the face of Hanuman flying through the > > sky with his long hair waving behind him. If you rotate the picture 90 > > degrees one way (better if you do it to your right), you see a poodle > > with a well-trimmed brown patch of fur on its forehead and its tongue > > sticking out, just as you would expect a dog to do. So this chapati > > quite nicely caters to the needs of devout Christians, Hindus and > > animal rights activists. > > > > If any of you want me send you a JPEG file showing these three images, > > please send me a personal email request. You are free to post it on a > > website. > > > > Cheers, > > > > Santosh > > > > -- > > What's On In Goa (WOIG): > > Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) > > Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 > > Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. > > Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) > > Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal > > > > -- > > > > > -- > What's On In Goa (WOIG): > Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) > Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 > Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. > Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) > Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal > > -- > -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
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[GOANET] Bread of heaven
Bread of heaven brings out the pilgrims From Catherine Philp in Delhi Thousands of pilgrims including Hindus and Muslims are flocking to a tiny church in southern India to see what they believe is the image of Christ on a chapati http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,3-484314,00.html
[GOANET] The Tiatr named 'ASRO' meaning shelter ..........cont
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). Cont ...from 1. The Tiatr was replete with a rich repertoire of songs , most of which were based on topical issues, ranging from terrorism to Goa. This varied fare was well received by the audience. The live music accompaniment - Mr.A D'Mello on Saxophone, Mr. Mario Fernandes on the Guitar ,Francis Rodrigues on the Bass, Mathew Fernandes on the Keyboards and Mathias Sequeira on the drums-enlivened and injected a festive atmosphere into the hall.A song on the legendary Chris Perry by Cassey , Anthony and Xavier ( Alphonso Bros.) was much appreciated. Popular artist and Fantasy Band leader from Goa, Connie M, who was in the UK around the time won the hearts of the people with his two beautiful songs. Rev.Fr.Oliver Antao who sang a touching song on priests received a thunderous ovation. Amongthe others, who entertained the gathering by their renditions were A.Perry , Damaciano and Ida D Souza, Paxiao, Larry Boy , Zeferino , Tony , Anthony and Felix Gonsalves.The acts on stage were enhanced by brilliant light effects, managed by Simon Fernandes.The were further supplemented with song specific scenes and pictures of Goa and other places which were effectively handled by Jayson Goes. The sound system was provided by Mr.Gregg Carvalho and the stage managed by Mr.Caetano Braganza. Earlier , the meet was addressed by Fr.Oliver Antao sfx,Asian Chaplain of the the Archdioceses of Southwark and Westminster in London. He congratulated the hosts for putting up the splendid show and complimented them for their efforts in keep the heritage of Goa , alive in the land of their domicile . He reminded those present,that only we,the sons and daughters of Konkani, can give our mother tongue its due and identity, and called for the whole hearted support in preserving and promoting the unique art and culture of Goa,amongst the Goan diaspora . In this connection , it was decided to rename the nascent organization as 'The Goan Heritage- UK 'in order to broaden its scope and reflect its aims of fostering the Goan identity through Art,Dance,Drama,Music and Language. The director Mr.Lawrence Mascarenhas then profusely thanked the people for their support and encouragement , and further promised to stage a few more shows in and around London and UK., yielding to the popular demand. Photographs of the show YOUTH of GOA UK http://community.webshots.com/album/19790268fKxbNTWxWV YOUTH of GOA UK http://community.webshots.com/album/20944156FQnFHiDAiH www.goa-world.net > GOAN COMMUNITY IN ACTION WORLDWIDE report compiled -by - Mario Fernandes" Babit " rene barreto -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] The Tiatr named 'ASRO' meaning shelter
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number). Friends , I am re-posting this report in two sections - as I believe the original post exceeded the allowed limit. thanks rene The jam packed gathering of Goans at Willesden School Hall , North London was offered a rare and refreshing treat,in the form of a Tiatr on Sunday 27th October 2002. The Tiatr was staged by a group of young Goans ,calling themselves as the Youth of Goa (UK ), and was written and directed by Lawrence Mascarenhas , hailing from Betalbatim in Salcette, Goa. The show was a great success , with the tickets having been sold out much in advance. Even the inclement weather of the day did not dampen the spirits of Goans nor deter them from attending the show. A few who had made it, braving the rain and the high -speed winds had to goUK back disappointed for want of tickets. It is to the credit of the organizers , that people were seen remaining seated , much after the show was over, as if expecting some more fare ! The downside of it , however was the delay in commencing the show on time although one can fully appreciate and understand the difficulties faced by them in putting up such an event in a foreign land. However it is hoped , that they would lay a little more emphasis on this aspect , whilst organizing the next stage. The Tiatr named 'ASRO' meaning shelter , is set in a Goan household. The story revolves around a respectable and elder citizen , patrician Mr Caldeira , who suddenly finds himself abandoned by his two prosperous sons ,in his attempt at securing a sum of Rs..5 lakhs towards the heart operation of his only daughter . The play reaches its climax with the prodigality of his two sons. Rosita Pereira and Jimmy Braganza who played the lead roles as the son and the daughter in law,respectively, captivated the crowd by their superb performance and melodious voices. They were ably backed by Cassey Alphonso, who acted as the younger son, Estelle asthe only daughter , Ubaldo as the businessman friend and Lawrence as hapless father. The comedy - trio of Santano,Judith Pacheco and Antonioexcelled in their roles.The threesome kept the people in peals of laughter by their wisecracks and stage antics. Cont .2 rene -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 06 Children's book exhibn opens, Walkabout, Anjuna... (all weekdays) Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Revision of electoral rolls (till Nov 30) See schedule. Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] Goan English Fiction Writers
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers
will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number).
Friends ,
Friends , I thought i d share this piece of information -
with members of the many Goan forums I am a member of.
I am sure it will make interesting reading ..
rene barreto
Goan English Fiction Writers
By Cecil Pinto
Last month I decided to do a little research on Goan
Fiction writers (in English only - no translations)
who are featured somewhere on the Internet.
An excellent place to start is at
http://www.colaco.net/writers.htm. The menu reads like
a Who's Who of contemporary Goan writers.
Unfortunately most of the writers featured are
'unclickable' as the site is still in the
construction stage. Also most of the writings archived
are essays or viewpoints of an 'activist' nature,
rather than the pure fiction I was searching for. I
also stumbled on an interesting archive of short
stories and 'time pass' writings at
http://www.goa-world.net/magazine/.
After many hours of searching and browsing I have
narrowed down to these few writers
Lino Leitao (born 1930) grew up and did his education
in Goa before moving to Canada. His stories have been
published both here ('Xemai' was serialised by Goa
Today) and abroad, and his recent novel 'The Gift of
the Holy Cross' was well received. Leitao's writings
are characterised by his strong Goan roots and
upbringing. An interview with Frederick Noronha is
archived at
http://www.goa-world.net/magazine/soulofgoans.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Ben Antao (born 1935) grew up in Goa and this is
evident in his writings. Antao has been a journalist
in Bombay and Goa before migrating to Canada in
1967, where till recently he taught and was also a
financial planning consultant. Antao's self published
book 'Images of Goa' is not easily available, but he
is currently wrapping up another novel which will soon
be published. A decent selection of Antao's writings
are archived at
http://www.colaco.net/1/ben.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Victor Rangel-Ribeiro (born 1925), currently living in
New York, shot to fame when he received the Milkweed
Prize for fiction for his first novel 'Tivolem', set
in Portuguese Goa. Rangel-Ribeiro, in his varied
career, has been the literary editor of The
Illustrated Weekly and music director of
the Beethoven Society, New York. Last year
Rangel-Ribeiro conducted a Creative Fiction Writing
workshop in Goa on behalf of The Navhind Times at the
International Centre, Dona Paula. Lengthy extracts
from 'Tivolem' are available at
http://theliteraryreview.org/tlrsu-vr.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Margaret Mascarenhas (born 1960) is a consulting
editor, columnist and novelist, and the author of the
best-selling novel 'Skin'. Of Goan origin,
Mascarenhas grew up in Venezuela, went to college in
the US and currently divides her time between Goa and
California. Till recently she used to write an well
read newspaper column 'Wake up and smell the coffee'.
Mascarenhas is the only Goan writer I have come
across, who has a comprehensive website with her
biography and samples of her writing at
http://mmascgoa.tripod.com/. Mascarenhas is currently
working on her second novel 'Passion Fruit'.
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Heta Pandit (born 1954) is well known in Goa for her
work as a heritage conservationist. Her book 'Houses
of Goa' brought her to the attention of the
international media as a writer. Pandit's recent book
'Dust and other short stories from Goa' has proven her
forte as a splendid fiction writer
too. An entire short story from 'Dust' is archived at
http://www.goa-art.com/gallery/Heta/snakeman.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Peter Nazareth (born 1940) is of Goan origin and
European, African and American domicile. Currently
Nazareth is Professor in African American World
Studies and the Department of English at the
University of Iowa, USA.
In addition to a vast anthology of work - primarily
revolving around the African peoples' socio-economics
and politics, Nazareth teaches a popular course 'Elvis
as Anthology' which has been given a lot of media
attention.
An excellent biography of Nazareth can be found at
http://www.goacom.com/culture/biographies/mprofile.html#4
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Lambert Mascarenhas (born 1914) strides the world of
Goan fiction writers like a colossus. Founder editor
of The Navhind Times, founder editor of Goa Today,
author of the best selling 'Sorrowing Lies My Land'
(in its fourth reprint) and 'In the Womb of Saudade'
(a collection of short stories). Mascarenhas continues
his excellent writing in the local Goan press on
issues that effect us all. Mascarenhas resides in Dona
Paula. An excellent essay by Mascarenhas 'The Enigma
that is Goa' is available at
http://www.goa-world.net/goatoday/
[GOANET] Goan English Fiction Writers
Goa's phone numbers change from Nov 10, 2002. Prefix old number with a 2. New numbers
will be seven-digit 2XX (where XX is the old number).
Friends ,
Friends , I thought i d share this piece of information -
with members of the many Goan forums I am a member of.
I am sure it will make interesting reading ..to many.
rene barreto
Goan English Fiction Writers
By Cecil Pinto
Last month I decided to do a little research on Goan
Fiction writers (in English only - no translations)
who are featured somewhere on the Internet.
An excellent place to start is at
http://www.colaco.net/writers.htm. The menu reads like
a Who's Who of contemporary Goan writers.
Unfortunately most of the writers featured are
'unclickable' as the site is still in the
construction stage. Also most of the writings archived
are essays or viewpoints of an 'activist' nature,
rather than the pure fiction I was searching for. I
also stumbled on an interesting archive of short
stories and 'time pass' writings at
http://www.goa-world.net/magazine/.
After many hours of searching and browsing I have
narrowed down to these few writers
Lino Leitao (born 1930) grew up and did his education
in Goa before moving to Canada. His stories have been
published both here ('Xemai' was serialised by Goa
Today) and abroad, and his recent novel 'The Gift of
the Holy Cross' was well received. Leitao's writings
are characterised by his strong Goan roots and
upbringing. An interview with Frederick Noronha is
archived at
http://www.goa-world.net/magazine/soulofgoans.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Ben Antao (born 1935) grew up in Goa and this is
evident in his writings. Antao has been a journalist
in Bombay and Goa before migrating to Canada in
1967, where till recently he taught and was also a
financial planning consultant. Antao's self published
book 'Images of Goa' is not easily available, but he
is currently wrapping up another novel which will soon
be published. A decent selection of Antao's writings
are archived at
http://www.colaco.net/1/ben.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Victor Rangel-Ribeiro (born 1925), currently living in
New York, shot to fame when he received the Milkweed
Prize for fiction for his first novel 'Tivolem', set
in Portuguese Goa. Rangel-Ribeiro, in his varied
career, has been the literary editor of The
Illustrated Weekly and music director of
the Beethoven Society, New York. Last year
Rangel-Ribeiro conducted a Creative Fiction Writing
workshop in Goa on behalf of The Navhind Times at the
International Centre, Dona Paula. Lengthy extracts
from 'Tivolem' are available at
http://theliteraryreview.org/tlrsu-vr.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Margaret Mascarenhas (born 1960) is a consulting
editor, columnist and novelist, and the author of the
best-selling novel 'Skin'. Of Goan origin,
Mascarenhas grew up in Venezuela, went to college in
the US and currently divides her time between Goa and
California. Till recently she used to write an well
read newspaper column 'Wake up and smell the coffee'.
Mascarenhas is the only Goan writer I have come
across, who has a comprehensive website with her
biography and samples of her writing at
http://mmascgoa.tripod.com/. Mascarenhas is currently
working on her second novel 'Passion Fruit'.
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Heta Pandit (born 1954) is well known in Goa for her
work as a heritage conservationist. Her book 'Houses
of Goa' brought her to the attention of the
international media as a writer. Pandit's recent book
'Dust and other short stories from Goa' has proven her
forte as a splendid fiction writer
too. An entire short story from 'Dust' is archived at
http://www.goa-art.com/gallery/Heta/snakeman.htm
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Peter Nazareth (born 1940) is of Goan origin and
European, African and American domicile. Currently
Nazareth is Professor in African American World
Studies and the Department of English at the
University of Iowa, USA.
In addition to a vast anthology of work - primarily
revolving around the African peoples' socio-economics
and politics, Nazareth teaches a popular course 'Elvis
as Anthology' which has been given a lot of media
attention.
An excellent biography of Nazareth can be found at
http://www.goacom.com/culture/biographies/mprofile.html#4
(E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED])
Lambert Mascarenhas (born 1914) strides the world of
Goan fiction writers like a colossus. Founder editor
of The Navhind Times, founder editor of Goa Today,
author of the best selling 'Sorrowing Lies My Land'
(in its fourth reprint) and 'In the Womb of Saudade'
(a collection of short stories). Mascarenhas continues
his excellent writing in the local Goan press on
issues that effect us all. Mascarenhas resides in Dona
Paula. An excellent essay by Mascarenhas 'The Enigma
that is Goa' is available at
http://www.goa-world.net/g
[GOANET] Goanworld news - Fred Noronha travels to Helsinki, Finland
Goenakrs !Fred Noronha travels to Helsinki, Finland to take part in a research projectand seminar on the significance of Free/Libre and Open Source Software forthe developing countries. ( http://www.maailma.kaapeli.fi/Seminar.html )Fred will be in Helsinki, Finland from the 17th till the 23rd of November2003.Please join me in Congratulating and wishing Fred all the best ,and if there are any Goans out there, please contact Fred -I believe that he will at www.hotelanton.fiPlease share the Goan warmth , make him feel at homein the Cold of Finland!rene barreto
[GOANET] From here and there
You can post to GoaNet. Send in your views and comments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] CHILDRENS' BOOK EXHIBITION from Nov 6th 2002, 11.30am -7.30 pm, all days except Sunday, at Walkabout Bookshop, Anjuna: Walkabout Bookshop (Goa) and Good Books (Chennai) present more than a 1000 quality titles including books by Richard Scarry, Roald Dahl, Dr Seuss, Gerald Durrel, Saint Exupery, Tolkien, Rushdie, National Institute of Design Workbooks etc. HOW TO GET THERE: Take Flea Market road. Pass Nelson's bar and park near Orchard Supermarket opposite Mazalvaddo Chapel. Climb Stairs to Corporation Bank and Walkabout Bookshop on first floor of Our Lady of Health Complex. CHILDRENS' FILM FESTIVAL ( 6.30 pm FRIDAY NOV 15TH & SAT NOV 16TH 2002) at BB Cafe Arpora: BB Cafe, Arpora kicks off for the season with a family film appreciation and bonfire event at which 'Shrek' and 'Harry Potter' will be projected on an outdoor screen. Snacks and Refreshments will be served at this awareness raiser for the BB Cafe Childrens' Activity centre. FOR HOW TO GET THERE MAP VISIT: WWW.PRANALINE.COM FOR DETAILS CONTACT: BB Cafe [EMAIL PROTECTED] 275733 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- What's On In Goa (WOIG): Nov 05 onwards: Wendell Rodrigues Festival. Altinho, Panjim Nov 05 Bobbin lace-making training, Don Bosco's Panjim (till 17.11) Nov 06 Richard Stallman, free software guru, speaks Farmagudi 4 pm Nov 06 Bob Fitts, gospel music singer, Navelim grounds, 6 pm Nov 06 Fr Britto's health courses, Pilar. Till 10.11. Later Chicalim. Nov 06 ArtHouse, Calangute: Chaitali's acrylics on canvas till 19.11 Nov 07 Creative science, for children, Goa Sc Centre (till 16.11) Nov 17 Goan Engineers and Assoc meet, at Pickering, Canada. Nov 20 Fr Agnelo's 75th death anniversary, Pilar Dec 01 Two day conference, Goa Agenda. IT For Society. (Ends 2.12) Every Sunday: Music therapy sessions at Moira, 5 pm. 278, N.Portugal --
[GOANET] News round up from all over the GOANWORLD.
A News round up from all over the GOANWORLD. This one comes from -GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' in Goa I have pleasure in sharing with you a News letter from Carole - of GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' in Goa , please take some time to write to the organistion encouraging them on the work they do . Please support them in any way you can , your support will be OUR Success. rene barreto NEWS LETTER 6th November 2002 Dear Friend A belated newsletter which I'm sure you will forgive. The 12th October concert went well despite all. Thanks to 'Friends' who came to our rescue when the Kala Academy pulled out (we discovered later due to a cash crunch). They were unable to meet the costs of the performance. So thank you 'Friends' from the orchestra for your help (receipts & acknowledgements following shortly). We now have a small action committee so hopefully Nigel and I won't have to fight these battles on our own. You can imagine how much hair we both lost when we were left in the lurch three days before a concert! The Action Committee is made up of people who are giving of their time and expertise. I am especially grateful to Pia Rinaldi who has joined me to help raise sponsorship, to David Coxhill who is our treasurer and. Celina Andrews (Maestro Figuiredo's daughter). At our first meeting it was decided to hold a special concert as a 'thank you' to 'Friends' who have helped sponsor the orchestra. Amounts of donations will be kept private but we feel that a special event, say in an old Portuguese house or another lovely location as a big thank you would be great. The month of May will be the GSSO's first anniversary so we were thinking of this date. If any of you have other suggestions please do let us know as this event is especially for you. The next concert is November 16th at The Chapel on the Mount, Old Goa. Tickets are limited so please contact the Fundacao, Panjim ASAP. After the experiences we have had dealing with unprofessional organisations it is a real joy to deal with the Fundacao Oriente; their publicity is so beautifully designed and the venue is exactly what the orchestra needs. We have been looking forward to this concert since May when they asked the GSSO to participate and we are hoping that more bookings will result from this one. The more concerts we can give in lovely locations like this, organised by other people, the better as we are not in the event management business and want to concentrate on the music which is getting better and better all the time. November 16th should be a magical experience - when we stood outside the Chapel the other day and looked at the glorious view, just white churches and trees, not a concrete building in sight, I know this is the Goa we have in our hearts and see in our minds - wherever we may be in the world. Hope to see some of you there! Best wishes Carole GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' Administration address: 'Arcadia', Ho. No. 71, Moica Vaddo, Pilerne, Bardez - GOA 403 114 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tel. (0832) 402534 IncrediMail - Email has finally evolved - Click Here
[GOANET] Global Goans
Thought i d share of the days Goa n bye ! http://goaonline.hypermart.net/goenkars.htm
[GOANET] CONSUMER WORLD...............
MAY BE OF Interest to some Goans- World Consumer associations - http://www.consumerworld.org/pages/agencies.htm rene
[Goanet] Gomes wins UN Golf Trophy Richard Gomes
You can post to GoaNet. Send in your views and comments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] ON THE WEB October 26 - November 1, 2002 Gomes wins UN Golf Trophy Richard Gomes Richard Gomes of Serena Hotels, won the UN Golf competition held at the Arusha Gymkhana Club on Saturday 19th October. Richard finished with an incredible score of 40 Stableford points. Second place went to Olais Mollel with 39 stableford points beating Shabaani Omari on countback. Shaabani was 3rd. The first nine was won by Captain Beatus Kasegenya while the second nine was won by judge Winston Maqutu of the ICTR. Two clubs were recorded by Richard Gomes, Fr. Brian Cronin & Olais Mollel. Handing over trophies to the winners on behalf of the UN was Peace Akwei-Brock and David Chappel who promised to hold this competition annually. Courtesy Doreen Gomes @ Goans Tanzanite -- What's On In Goa: * Oct 16-27: Vipasana meditation, Alto Porvorim * Oct 24-26: Intl conf on trends in hospital care, Cidade de Goa * Oct 25: Bookings start for CellOne, BSNL's cellular service in Goa * Oct 25-27: International conference of Drug Info Assn, Mariott * Oct 26: 100 Years of the Nobel Prize, lecture, Science Centre, 11 am * Oct 26-Oct 30: Painting exhibition, Kala Academy art gallery. * Oct 28: Panjim Passport Office shifts to new EDC Complex premises. * Oct 29-31: Sale of polytechnic trainees garments, Govt Polytech, Panjim * Oct 29-31: Films on architect Le Corbusier, Goa Col. of Architecture * Nov 1-17: Swimming classes for children, others. SAG pool, Fatorda * Nov 1: Antonio Costa's painting exhibition, Fundacao Oriente 6.30pm * Nov 4: Book release, Fr NJ Mascarenhas' on Dr Gama Pinto, Saligao --
[Goanet] GOENKARANCHO EKVOTT - GOA DAY 2002 .
You can post to GoaNet. Send in your views and comments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Goemkars ! It gives me great pleasure in sharing with you a report on GOENKARANCHO EKVOTT - GOA DAY 2002 in Kuwait. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the organisors of GOA DAY 2002 in Kuwait for a splendid performance and a great show of SOLIDARITY. I am sure many more Goan organisations will follow your example and join Goans worldwide in celebrating next years WORLD GOA DAY Goans of Kuwait ... you make us PROUD to be GOANS ! you all have proved that UNITY is no longer a dream but a possiblity in our Goan commUNITY -rene >From a posting on www.goa-world.net (Courtesy: The Times - Report by Lowella Baretto) GOENKARANCHO EKVOTT - GOA DAY 2002 A unique annual tradition for the Goans, by the Goans in Kuwait: The Goan Welfare Society (GWS) - Kuwait in association with other Goan clubs /organizations, celebrated in grand style the 7th annual Goa Day 2002 on 18th October 2002 at the Indian Arts Circle Auditorium - Funaitees, Kuwait in a unique Goan traditional way. At the onset, prayers invoking the blessings of The Almighty followed by a specially composed opening chorus in Konkani, honouring the presidents and members of the Goan clubs/ organizations with the Goan Welfare Society, lighting the traditional lamp and GWS president, Tony Cordeiro, declaring the Goa Day 2002 open. This particular item signified and displayed the unity and traditional friendship, typical of the Goans over the decades in Kuwait. This Konkani song was composed and directed by Domnic Fernandes & Junifer Rodrigues and sung by Jonathan Fernandes, Clifford Pereira, Terrance Gracias, Conchita, Marchita and Carol. A number of annual Educational awards for 2001-2002 to top meritorious Goan students for excelling in their respective classes at the CBSC Board as well as the School Examinations, sponsored by GWS patron member, Mr.& Mrs. Sam Alphonso, were presented to: Jessica Celina Fernandes (St. XII) - Science, Carmel School Hailing from: Maxem, Canacona; Alvin Bartolomeo Esteves (Std. XII) - Computer Science, Carmel School Hailing from: Merces, Ilhas; Nisha Leslie Braganza (Std. XII) - Commerce, Carmel School Hailing from: Sangolda, Bardez; Floyd Savio Lourenco (Std. XI) Carmel School Hailing from: Corlim, Ilhas; Merryl Roland Lobo (Std. X) Carmel School Hailing from: Sangolda, Bardez; Karen Francis De Sousa (Std. X) The Indian Community School Hailing from: Divar, Ilhas; Carol Mascarenhas (Std. IX) Carmel School Hailing from Pomburpa, Bardez; and Jocelyn Anthony D'Souza (Std. IX) Carmel School Hailing from Assagao, Bardez. The guest of honour, Mr. Ram Rattan of Embassy of India-Kuwait, congratulated the winners of the GWS annual academic awards and distributed the Educational Awards. As part of the Goa Day celebrations, drawing and essay competitions among school children was held at the Indian Community School - Girls Branch, and at the Indian Arts Cirlce (IAC) the Konkani Songs Singing competition on subjects of Goa brought in a good number of participants from all around Kuwait. At the food stalls, and games of skills for the young and old kept the Goans busy throughout. Besides, in order to bring out the best in Goan cultural art a three hour long variety entertainment stage programme with special emphasis on Goan folklore, the Mando, the konkani comedy skit and songs brought in nostalgic memories. The Konkani singing competition was conducted by GWS in the morning under the leadership of Cajetan Pereira - Head of Cultural Cell. The winners are: Age group: 5 to 10 years: 1st Prize - Slade Fernandes 2nd Prize - Marion Mendes 3rd Prize - Dale Noronha. Age group 11-15 years: 1st Prize - Graham Rodrigues; 2nd Prize - Effie G. D'Mello 3rd Prize - Frederick D'Mello. The large number of entries kept the audience glued to the talented singers. The panel of judges of the competition were: Junifer Rodrigues, Mario de Colva, Francis de Verna and Sylvester Vaz. Goan Welfare Society-Kuwait in association with Goan clubs/organizations take this opportunity to congratulate the winners and the parents of all the participants for encouraging their children. May the love for Konkani always remain. The competitions were held under the direction of Cajetan Pereira, Head of the Cultural Cell of GWS. In the English Essay competition, Effie D'Mello was the winner. In the Drawing competition, the winners were: Age Group: 2 to 5 years 1st Prize - Charmaine Almeida 2nd Prize - Karen D'Souza 3rd Prize - Gwendelen D'Souza Age Group: 6 to 8 years 1st Prize - Fiona Lorenzo 2nd Prize Anushka Prakash 3rd Prize Simona De Sousa Age Group: 9 to 12 years 1st Prize Jo
[Goanet] Konkani lovers .........
An interesting link for Konkani lovers - http://www.culture.konkani.com/Historical/76_Konkani_Language.htm rene
[Goanet] Caring & Sharing in Unity ...........GOAN WELFARE SOCIETY ,......................... NAIROBI
-- What's On In Goa: * Oct 16-17: Ornithology workshop, Bondla southernbirdwing.com * Oct 16-27: Vipasana meditation, Alto Porvorim * Oct 24: Antonio Pereira Puraskar (Award) ceremony, Porvorim -- Caring & Sharing in Unity ! Goenkars ! It gives me great pleasure in sharing with you the GWS Nairobi SEPTEMEMBER newsletter. I feel priviledeged of being associated with them through the celebrations of the WORLD GOA DAY event which was celebrated in Nairobi with great pride! The Goan Welfare Society - Nairobi is another good example of how WE Goans do look after our Community , and I believe that they have set an example to other Goan Associations around the world. Below is an edited newsletter from GWS-Nairobi. Kenya. rene barreto Newsletter == GOAN WELFARE SOCIETY P.O. BOX 10252, NAIROBI, 00100 Caring & Sharing in Unity September-December 2002 Dear Members All's well that ends well! The tremendous success of the 3rd East African Goan Convention held in Nairobi 23rd to 25th August, 2002 is the result of several months of hard work and planning by a Team fully committed to achieving this goal! Our pride and joy was to see so many Goans from East Africa gathered together in Nairobi in a show of friendship and togetherness. A measure of our success is the numerous congratulatory messages and acknowledgements that have been received from many of the participants and more interestingly from those who simply could not make it, from within the East African region and abroad. On the basis that, "Individuals play the Game but Teams win Championships" - the entire Goan Community of Nairobi should be proud to have won the hearts and admiration of so many - that's our trophy! So much was done by so many to realize success and I wish to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to them all. To my committee, the sub-committee heads, the convention coordinator and the numerous teams of helpers and volunteers for their individual support, dedication and commitment in working tirelessly for long hours to ensure a successful Convention. Thank you all for the Team-work and Team-spirit. You did us proud! To the numerous host families who shared the warmth of their homes with some of our guests, Dev Borem Korum to you all. To the numerous advertisers and well-wishers, I thank you very much for your support in the Convention Souvenir brochure. We would not have been able to host the Convention in Nairobi successfully, were it not for the cordial support and co-operation of the NAIROBI INSTITUTE and the GOAN GYMKHANNA. To the Chairmen, the Management and the entire Membership of these two great Goan Clubs of Nairobi, the Goan Welfare Society thanks and salutes you for your unreserved support during the Convention. Finally, my thanks go to the Goans of Nairobi for attending the Convention activities and for being such wonderful hosts to our guests from Mombasa, Kisumu, Kitale, Eldoret, Kampala, Tanga, Arusha, Moshi, Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. I apologize to those whom we had to disappoint by turning down their entry after the closing date. You will appreciate that accommodating and catering for 480 Goans was no small task. To all who made this an enjoyable and self-funded Convention, thank you. Jack de Souza Chairman - G. W. S. PAST EVENT: The last few months were characterised by lots of activity and excitement. Some highlights: PICNIC: On 4th August 2002 GWS organised a picnic at the White Water Rafting Base of Savage Safaris, a beautiful site on the banks of the Sagana River 90 Kms from Nairobi. All who came had a great time! A biriyani lunch and dessert were provided for over 150 people, and Johnny Rodrigues donated great tasting homemade wine. There were games for the young and old; the GWS took the opportunity to introduce the East African Goan Convention scheduled for later in the month. GOA DAY MASS: Goans around the world celebrate their heritage during Goa Day, an event held on an annual basis toward the end of August. On 17th August 2002 the Nairobi Goans celebrated Goa Day with Holy Mass held at the Goan Gymkhana. It was an enjoyable evening service, marked by Fr. Wilfred's humorous but thought provoking sermon, wonderful singing from the choir and young Merwyn Goes sang the Besaum. Guests were later treated to gram and a delicious dinner with cocktails, sorpatel and sannas, and desserts all donated by well-wishers. The Goan Gymkhana looked so much like Goa with whispering palms and lights, and candles and balloons floating in the swimming pool. Nairobi Goans now look forward to the next Goa Day. GWS also took this opportunity to register almost 276 people for the EAGC that evening. (Pictures and a more detailed write-up available in the East African Goan Conventio
[Goanet] Goa Day 2002 - The Grand Goan Celebrations at IAC-Kuwait / 18th Oct. 2002
Goenkars wherever you may be , Goenkars you will always be ! I am taking the liberty of sharing with you - courtesy - Goa World net org. a gulf newsletter -news item re- The GOA DAY celebrations in Kuwait. Please join me in wishing them a very successful GOA DAY .. and lets work TOGETHER to build a better GOANWORLD. -rene barreto Goa Day 2002 - The Grand Goan Celebrations atIAC-Kuwait / 18th Oct. 2002It's on Friday, 18th October 2002 at the Indian ArtsCirle - Funaitees, Kuwait, Goans in large numbers willcelebrate Goa Day 2002 for the seventh time. Thetraditional event depicting "Goenkarancho Ekvott"since 1995 has been an interesting and eagerly awaitedevent of the calendar year to all Goans and theirfriends in Kuwait. The concept of 'Goa Day' has nowspread far and wide, and Goan Welfare Society-Kuwaitare proud that the original idea behind celebrating aday once a year has now spread worldwide.This year, Goan Welfare Society-Kuwait will join handswith Goan clubs and organizations as in the past forGoa Day 2002, including:Goan Overseas Association, United Friends Club, Curtorcares United, Chinchinim Villagers Association, Assolna-Velim-Cuncolim Sports & Cultural Association,United Club of Utorda, Colva United Centre, and the Goan community to dedicate themselves to friendship, unity and loveof Goa. www.goa-world.net/gws/ The organizers keep their ethnic culture alive andkicking despite being distanced from their belovedmotherland - the tourist destination of many - Goa.Shri Swashpawan Singh, Ambassador of India, has kindlyconsented to be the chief guest.The ethnic throb echoes vibrantly in the culturaloutpourings as can be seen at Goa Day events inKuwait.Enjoy a pleasant full day programme from 9:30 a.m. to6:30 p.m. at the Games Stalls, Goan Food Stalls, andentertain yourself with your family and friends at Goan Cultural Programme, Konkani singing competition, Applaud the GWS Educational Awards Winners (themeritorious Goans students studying in Kuwait), andthe treat yourself to the musical delights presentedby"Renegade" - specially flown from Goa, courtesy ofmain sponsor: Indian Airlines. www.indian-airlines.comGWS Educational Awards are sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. SamAlphonso, patron member of GWS.For more details, contact 9872851, 4764113, 2429435,2530204, 2653065, 4317423, 5710524 or email[EMAIL PROTECTED] or contact any of the participatingclubs. Win prizes at games of skill at the Sports Stalls, enjoy Goan delicacies (Sanas, Vindaloo, Caffreal, Xacuti, Pulau..) amidst the festive ambience andtraditional Goan hospitality. http://www.goa-world.net/org/ - check out forhighlights of past Goa Day events. An amazing line-up of other events, including surpriseentertainers and a fancy dress competition for adults,prizes distribution for the Drawing, Colouring,Konkani songs singing and Essay Competitions willalso form part of the event. Enjoy Goan hospitality at its best!See your favourite Konkani Stage artistes at theCultural Show. A complete entertaining Goa Day awaits you.Links:www.goa-world.net FWD - by rene barreto
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=== WHAT'S ON IN GOA: * Oct 12: Goa State Strings Orchestra performs at Kala Academy (Corelli, Bach) * Nov 29-Dec 1: Plant Utsav 2k2 at Panjim (demo, contest, sale of plants) === Goenkars ! I have added a photograph sent by Emiliano Da Cruz - Photograph shows Emiliano s Trio along with some of his friends ( Goans - I presume) at Hotel Le Meridien - Singapore Emilianos Trio in Singapore http://community.webshots.com/scripts/editPhotos.fcgi?action=viewall&albumID =20944156 rene barreto === To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e-mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead!
[Goanet] Goan Welfare Society in association with Goan Clubs/Organistions - Kuwait celebrate GOADAY 2002 ......on......18th October 2002
*-*-*-*-*-*-* Help GoaNet grow... recommend it to others you know... *-*-*-*-*-*-* Friends , It gives me great pleasure to share with you the following posting. rene COMPETITIONS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN FOR GOA DAY 2002 IN KUWAIT Goan Welfare Society (GWS) - Kuwait, in association with Goan clubs/organizations, is all set to make Goa Day 2002 a memorable day. As a part of the Goa Day Programme to be held on 18th October 2002, various talent competitions have been planned out, notable among which are: 1. DRAWING & COLOURING COMPETITION: For children in the age groups: Group A: 2 to 5 years Colouring only; Group B: 6 to 8 years Drawing - Theme: Mansoon in Goa. Group C: 9-12 years Drawing Theme: Natural Resources of Goa. Date: Wednesday, 9th October 2002. Time: 6:00 p.m. sharp. Venue: The Indian Community School (Senior Girls Branch) - Salmiya. 2. ESSAY COMPETITION: For children in the age group of 13 to 17 years. Topics: (1) Role of Youth in the Development of Goa; (2) Natural Resources of Goa; (3) Goan Culture and Traditions. Out of the three (3) topics, one topic will be chosen by lots. Essay in English should not exceed not more than 300 words. Date: Wednesday, 9th October 2002. Time: 6:00 p.m. sharp. Venue: The Indian Community School (Senior Girls Branch) - Salmiya. 3. KONKANI SONGS SINGING COMPETITION: For children in the age groups: 3 to 5 years, 6 to 10 years, and 11 to 15 years. A maximum of 3 minutes will be allotted to the participants. Date: Friday, 18th October 2002. Time: 9:30 a.m. sharp. Venue: Indian Arts Circle Auditorium, Funaitees. ENTRIES for all the competitions must reach the organizers latest by Tuesday, 8th October 2002 giving name of the participant, date of birth, name of school, class, contact telephone, are to be faxed: 4830078. For more info, please contact after 6:00 p.m. Tel: 4764113, 2429435, 2530204, 2653065, 4317423, 5710524 or any of the participating Goan clubs/associations' committee members or email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 3 (Three) Prizes will be awarded in each category. Prize distribution for all competitions as well as the GWS Scholarship Awards will be held at the IAC on Friday, 18th October 2002. Best of luck. Managing Committee Goan Welfare Society - Kuwait http://www.goa-world.net/gws/ Good wishes - rene barreto www.goa-world.net > WORLD GOA DAY =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e-mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead !
[Goanet] GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' in Goa.
*-*-*-*-*-*-* Help GoaNet grow... recommend it to others you know... *-*-*-*-*-*-* Friends ! I am pleased to share with you a newsletter from -GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' in Goa. Please support them in whatever way you can. thanks rene 26th September 2002 Dear Friend Time passes so quickly nowadays - we judge it by how many rehearsals are left before our next performance and there never seem to be enough time! The 12th of October is the date to make a note of in your diaries, as the GSSO will be performing at the Kala Academy. The programme will include works by Corelli, Bach and a wonderful suite of dances by a composer called Peter Warlock. The orchestra members say the pieces are great fun to play. It's the first time we think they have been performed in Goa so it should be a very interesting performance on the 12th. This particular concert is all the more special since we were recently contacted (via a third party, Colin Da Cruz,) by the late Daniel Pearl's (the journalist) father and asked if we could take part in The Daniel Pearl music day which will feature world-wide performances on the reporters birthday, Oct 10th. This is part of a series of musical events to promote Pearl's message of global harmony. Daniel himself was a talented violinist, fiddler and mandolin player and Bach and Brahms were amongst his favourite classical composers. Nigel agreed most happily to dedicate the 12th of October concert to Daniel's memory. 'Friends of the Orchestra' are also broadcasting a classical music programme on Sunday 6th October at 2.30 in the afternoon on the FM stereo service (105.4) of All India Radio. On this programme we will promote the GSSO's 12th October concert and highlight performances taking place in Mumbai for the music day itself on the 10th October as well as play some of his favourites. This concert is of particular interest to me, being a freelance writer and broadcaster and it has a very special meaning for journalists. As well as everyone who hankers after global peace. We would like to welcome some more 'friends' who have offered support to the GSSO: these are Eric Pinto, Dr. Julian & Mary Gonsalves, Noel & Sher O' Brien, Prava Rai and Gaston Eben. After the last performance 'Friends of the Orchestra' were able to pay all the players a performance fee. They were thrilled to bits! The orchestral players are really beginning to feel that they are part of something where they have a future. It's just as well we took matters into our own hands since the Kala, who booked the 13th August concert in the first place, still haven't paid the players for the performance due to some bureaucratic error on their part which they assure us they will rectify before the next concert! Anyway keep your fingers crossed for the next performance on the 12th October. With God's help - the orchestra is working - slowly but surely. To sponsor the GSSO or for clarification on any points, please do email us at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hope to meet some of you at our future performances! All the best Carole Lobo Dixon For 'Friends of the Orchestra' - GSSO GSSO - 'Friends of the Orchestra' Administration address: 'Arcadia', Ho. No. 71, Moica Vaddo, Pilerne, Bardez - GOA 403 114 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tel. (0832) 402534 =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e-mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead !
[Goanet] Spelling ...........
[Goanet] GOAN Gourment - : ) Festival -Singapore Sorry for the spelling error in my previous post - but it means the same ! Keep -: ) ing rene =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead !
[Goanet] GOAN Gourment Festival -Singapore
Friends Emiliano da Cruz has sent me this Image which has been provided by Celebrated and renowned Goan cartoonist Mario Miranda - This beautiful imagery can be seen at - http://community.webshots.com/album/20944156FQnFHiDAiH When I was last in Goa , Mario mentioned to me that there were plans for him to travel to Lisbon and New York to hold his art exhibitions , I am not too sure if this is still on . I will keep the forum informed when I hear from him. rene barreto =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead !
[Goanet] Goan Food Promotion - at the Le Meredian -Singapore.
Goan Food Promotion http://www.lemeridien-singapore.com/LatestNews.asp# Win a trip to Goa for two plus 4-night deluxe hotel stay! Goa, an emerald on the west coast of India offers the sun, sea, soft sand and an abundance of seafood - crab, prawns, fish and lobster. Cooked with pungent spices of Maharashtra and Kerala and tempered by nuances of Portuguese influence. Then given a powerful kick with the fiery Goan chilli. Finally, creamy coconut milk is skillfully blended in. The result? Aromatic dishes that characterise the very soul of Indian cuisine -mystical, exotic and alluring! All promising to seduce the three senses of sight, smell and taste. Cool down with award-winning Kingfisher lager beer. Lucky Draw: Two return air tickets to Goa plus hotel stay Live Entertainment: Emiliano da Cruz Trio Buffet Lunch @ $28.00 per person Buffet Lunch cum High Tea @ $24.00 per person (Sept 21st & 22nd) Dinner : A la carte. Four-course set menu @ $35.00 per person Kingfisher beer @ $7.50 per bottle Café Georges September 19-29, 2002 Reservations: 65-6733-8855 ext. 8133 Partners: Kingfisher beer, Air India fwd - rene barreto =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead !
[Goanet] Emiliano Da Cruz
Friends Emiliano D Cruz called me from Singapore a couple of days ago , he informed me that he would be in residence at Hotel -Le Meridian -Singapore along with his Trio till the 29th September 2002. On the menu at the Le Meridian - will be Goan Cusine ! Emiliano has also asked me to inform the Goans of Singapore of his stay there and said that he would love to meet the Goans of Singapore.- and their friends too ! Are there any Goans in Singapore ? If so , please share your your meeting with our friend Emiliano and his trio -along with some photographs. GOANLINK -Get to know -Emiliano Da Cruz http://www.goacom.com/goanow/2002/jan/music.html http://www.goa-world.net/music/golden.htm rene barreto =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead !
[Goanet] Goans of Nairobi ....................WORLD GOA DAY 2002
Goenkars ! I am so very pleased to share with Goans world wide - a post which I recieved from Sylvia Pires -the Hon. Secretary Goan Welfare Society, Nairobi. Goans of Nairobi -thank you for joining us in celebrating WORLD GOA DAY . Sorry for the delay in making this post on this forum , I ve had a problem with my computer - had a Modem transplant - ) : - Thank you rene -- Dear Rene, The Goa Day Mass celebrated by the Goans in and around Nairobi was nothing short of a success in bringing people together. It has been a long time since we've seen over 250 Goans together. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to celebrate being Goan! And also keeping us so well informed about Goa Day and other events of interest. Below is a small write up on what happen that day and I am also cc the organising committee who put this great event together. The idea of the mass was Joyce Shamsudhin, and later bringing to life was achieved through the team efforts of Jane De Souza, who headed the Goa Day Mass - Johnny Rodrigues and Cheryl De Souza. The food from the traditional grams to cocktails and sorpotel & sannas and desserts was donated by well wishers. Kind Regards, Sylvia Pires Hon. Secretary Goan Welfare Society, Nairobi HAPPY GOA DAY It was a grand evening on the 17th August 2002. From Museum Hill one could see a myriad of cars in the Goan Gymkhana car park. Walking into the club guests were greeted by the warm lights of the club, the beautiful sound of the choir singing Kokani hymns. The celebrant, Fr. Wilfred De Souza gave a humorous and thought provoking sermon about the origins of Goa Day and our heritage and tied it well into the sermon about our Christian faith. Young Mervin Goes gave a fine rendition of the Besao (Blessings) for the East African Goan Community composed by Philu De Souza. The mass ended with all congregants singing international song "Proud to be a Goan" with re-written version of lyrics by Egid Barretto (Mombasa). After the mass the 250+ Goenkars received the traditional grams and entered into the pool area. The whispering palms and warm candlelights floating in the pool created an ambiance of being in Goa. The guests were treated to delicious cocktails followed by sorpotel and sannas, mutton mince, fruit salad and ice cream donated by well-wishers. The evening was made complete music and feni. Every Goan who attended this first Goa Day celebration in Nairobi truly enjoyed the evening and look forward to the next Goa Day. Viva Goa! By Sylvia Pires Organising committee Jane D'Souza Johnny Rodrigues Cheryl deSouza Joyce D'Souza - Shamshudin =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead ! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Help support non-commercial projects in Goa by advertizing!! * * * * Your ad here !!
[Goanet] 2 DAY IT EXHIBITION INAUGURATED
George , Thank you for taking the time to encourage all those who were involved in making the the IT Show in GOA a great success. Its words of encouragement that helps and make the volunteers continue the good work they do for the Community. Thanks to Daniel De Souza , he has been a source of inspiration to the IT Family . Daniel has worked hard to publicise this event , thanks are also due to Fred for his encouragement to get the Linux user group to participate too. Thank you - Roland Martins (Goa Desc ) - for being with us on a SUNDAY , thank you for taking time and encouraging the formation of a Vasco Consumer Association ( report to follow ) thanks to Simon Fernandes - the Chairman of the ITFamily .CUC -Goa , thanks for making it HAPPEN for us. Fred was right , why should every IT event be centered around Panjim ? Lest get every Goan involved , lets get the Goans in the viillages be a part of our projects too. TOGETHER we can make GOA a better place for ALL of us. rene barreto IT Family - Computer Users Club Goa . It is a NEGATIVE Approach to POSITIVE Thinking ! - Original Message - From: "George Pinto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2002 4:14 PM Re: 2 DAY IT EXHIBITION INAUGURATED > Congratulations to Rene, Daniel, Simon and all those who organized and helped with the IT > Exhibition at Vasco. This effort is be a great boon in moving Goa ahead in the IT arena, making > sure Goans are not left behind. Gradually, splendid efforts like these will bring current > technology to all Goa and Goans. > > Keep up the great work! > > George Pinto > > --- Daniel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > 2 DAY IT EXHIBITION INAUGURATED AT VASCO > > > > The IT Exhibition organised by the 'IT FAMILYCOMPUTER USERS' CLUB > > GOA-INIDA' was inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Britto Furtado, Parish Priest, St. > > Andrew's Parish, at the St. Andrew's Institute Hall today morning at Vasco > > da Gama. The IT Exhibition will continue till 28th April'2002. > > > > Shri Daniel F. de Souza, a member of the ITFCUC who compered the > > ceremony read out a message received from the Founder of the Club Shri Rene > > Barreto from London congratulating the Chairman Shri Simon Fernandes and > > the entire Team of the IT Family for organising such an event. Later Comm. > > T.R. Narayanan, who is the Project Manager for the IT Exhibition proposed a > > Vote of Thanks. > > > > Daniel F. de Souza > > Member ITFCUC > > Vasco da Gama, Goa, =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet === For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead ! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Help support non-commercial projects in Goa by advertizing!! * * * * Your ad here !!
