ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THURS – 09/03/23
1). President - Vinod Parekh announced : i) He welcomed all the members and it was nice to see all despite the cold and icy weather. He and his family had enjoyed fantastic weather and had a good time in St. Marten. He also welcomed Manishaben after her holidays in India.
ii) We had some good Yoga sessions for four Thursdays in absence of Manishaben. I know you all enjoyed it. There was a request for Zumba to be arranged again. We will arrange that sometime. My special thanks to Jayeshbhai Shah- our Treasurer for handling this matter.
iii) I would also thank the Entertainment Committee members - Mahesh Savadia, Naliniben Mehta with Purnimaben Mehta who all did fantastic work and entertained us during the absence of Vinodbhai Kapashi who was on holiday. Many thanks to all from the members.
iv) My thanks to Hasmukh Parekh - Kitchen Convenor and the Kitchen Committee Volunteers for serving members during my absence.
v) Yesterday was the International Women's Day and on behalf of myself, my Executive Committee and all Gents, our Best Wishes to all the women members of Kendra.
vi) On Thurs - 13th April we have arranged a Full day Music Programme with a good Music Band and special Lunch. Members have to book for the Programme on payment of £2. We will start taking names from next Thursday at the Main Desk with payment. Guest will be welcome for £15. Tables will be arranged but it will be on 'First Come First Basis' there will not be any prior seating arrangement.
2). Sad News – It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we inform of the passing away of our member – Kanubhai Kasalchand Shah – Age 86 in Dubai on 27/02/23. He was the husband to our member – Damuben. Both joined in NVK since 13/05/2010. On behalf of all the members of NVK, we offer our sincere condolences to the family of late Kanubhai and pray to Lord Mahavir to rest the deceased's soul in eternal peace and give courage to all family members to bear the loss with fortitude. We will observe a minute's silence.
3).Today's Warm-up Yoga was conducted by Jayeshbhai T Shah and Manishaben conducted the Main Yoga. She did many Yogic poses to tone of body joints and also gave health tips. NVK's many thanks to both.
4). DONATIONS : * £25 from Anantbhai Parekh on the occasion of 79th birthday of his wife - Hansaben's birthday which they celebrated on 06/03/23.. NVK's many thanks and we pray that she will enjoy many more birthdays to come.
*Packets of Biscuits for Tea Time donated by Shantilal D. Shah and Vanitaben family and also by Jasuben N Shah. Many thanks to all of them from NVK.
5). After lunch today we will celebrate International Women's Day and as usual at Tea Time, NVK will serve Tea, Coffee and sponsored Biscuits.
(Today's lunch menu included : "Garam Chhuto Mahanthal" and Samosa).
The programme started with Purnimaben giving the opening remarks on the IWD followed by Naliniben Mehta. Then the following members took part :
a) Jasuben D Sheth - She gave the history of how women started the movement for unfair working conditions and unequal rights for women since 1857
b) Nimaben Kakad - she spoke on the women's rights.
c) Dr. Vinodbhai and Sudhaben Kapasi gave a short play (natak) about King Dashrath and Queen Kaikayi and how she demanded the two "vardans" from the King - that Bharat be crowned his heir and Rama be exiled to forest for 14 years. Everyone liked this play and gave the continuous three claps praise.
d) Group Dance performance by : Naliniben Mehta, Meenaben R Shah, Maltiben Shah, Jayshreeben Sheth, Kashmiraben Desai, Bhartiben Malkan, Meruben Sanganee and Ushaben Sheth.
e) Lalitbhai Mehta - Qualities of women.
f) Minaben Shah. - spoke on Women.
President - Vinod Parekh gave a vote of thanks and praised all the participants for giving such a wonderful programme. Everyone had enjoyed the Programme.
6). Next Thurs – 16/03/23, we will celebrate Holi with colourful programme.
7). On 23/03/23 we will have a talk on befriending by Manharbhai Mehta of Vanik Council (UK).
8). We have to remind all members that there is still much disturbance and talking during Yoga and specially during Savasan. Please maintain complete silence during Savasan.
9). Secretary - Purnimaben Mehta announced about the afternoon's interesting programme and requested all participants to take their lunch early and be ready near the stage at 1.45pm.
10). Vice President - Dr. Vinodbhai Kapashi announced that this afternoon's programme celebrating the International Women's Day will have songs, talks and a 'Natika' . Next Thursday we will be celebrate Holi and all who want to take part in the Programme should give their names to him.
ATTENDANCE FROM THE REGISTER : 189
WEATHER : CLOUDY AND RAINY 8C
PRAFUL SHAH
PRO - NVK