NAVJIVAN VADIL KENDRA – ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THURS –21st MAR ‘19
1). Our President – Vinod Parekh started the announcements stating that he wanted to clarify the issue of tickets for the Gujarati film - “Chaal Jeevi Leiye”. Two weeks ago the Secretary of Navnat Vadil Mandal (NVM) had approached us suggesting that we take a film show in partnership. We had told him that we were not interested in partnership, but were willing to take tickets on sale or return basis. NVM then booked the show and when he attended a function at Navnat, he was given 50 tkts. We sent a circular to our members on Sat – 16/3 about the show. On Monday about 2.30pm the NVM Secretary phoned and talked to his wife and informed her that the film tickets had been over-sold and they wanted 25 tkts to be returned. In the evening he had gone to a film show and had switched off his mobile. He later on found several missed calls from the President and Secretary of NVM. Hence he called their President, when he was told to keep 10 tickets only and return all other. He told the President that many members may ask for tickets since our announcement and just 10 tkts will not be enough so we said we will return all tickets. Later, a NVK member phoned to him asking for 2 tkts and also informed him that in the morning the NVM Secretary was selling tickets in Kadwa Patidar Samaj and that he was told to buy tkts from NVK.
As to why we were told that the tickets were over-sold when their Secretary was selling tickets at Kadwa Patidar was not known.
It has been decided that In future NVK will not allow any organisation to sale tickets at any of Kendra’s gatherings. Also any distribution of pamphlets etc will not be allowed unless prior permission is sought from us. This will be followed strictly henceforth.
He also announced that there are 2 places vacant in our Torquay tour due to cancellation.
2). I wish all members Happy Holi and the “Dhuleti” festival.
Today’s Warm-up Yoga was conducted by Dineshbhai Shah and Manishaben conducted Yogic poses to tone up ankle, leg, hamstring and back muscles. Many thanks to both from Kendra.
3). DONATIONS: * Today’s lunch is sponsored by Induben and Sobhagbhai Z Shah in celebration of 75th birthday of Dinesh Z Shah, which was on 13/3 and 79th birthday of Sobhagbhai Z Shah, which was on 16/3. Kendra’s Hearitest Congratulations to them. Everyone joined in singing the “Happy Birthday” song and wished that both of them enjoy many more birthdays to come.
* £ 50 from Jasuben Sheth in celebration of the birthday of her dear husband – Dolatrai, which was on 20/3. Kendra’s Heartiest Congratulations and we wish that he enjoy many more birthdays to come.
* £25 from Jaswanti Shah on the occasion of the birth of great great grand-daughter to her son – Riki/Meera. Kendra’s Heartiest Congratulations to the family.
* Our members – Kokilaben and Bhikubhai Solanki have donated two large “Cool Bags” to Kendra, which can be used during our outings, picnics etc. Many thanks from Kendra.
4). After lunch today we have a programme of “Chai with Jasu” and as usual at Tea Time, Kendra will provide Tea and Biscuits.
Jasuben’s Chai was with our members : Bhartiben Kotecha and Anilbhai Bhuva. This was something unique as normally such programmes are with well known personalities in the society. But Jasuben had invited two less abled members - one on Wheel Chair and the other one on tripod stand. She must be heartily congratulated for this innovative idea. She asked questions and answers were given by both. Mostly pertaining to their disabilities and their life.
Vinodbhai Kapashi gave vote of thanks and said it was interesting to see how in life one has to cope up with difficulties. As there was time, he also gave some insight into our festivals. Other members sang songs. Everyone enjoyed the programme.
5). Next Thurs – 28/3 we will meet as usual, but there will be no programme after lunch since most members will have joined in the trip to Torquay. As usual there will be Yoga by Manishaben and lunch.
6). From next Monday -25th to 29th March, 156 members and guests will be away on a trip to Torquay. Remember to :
* Arrive at the Sainsbury’s –Kenton on 1 Nash Way, HA3 0JA, rear parking before 8.45am on 25/3
* Pack a small bag.
* Check your Coach number in advance at the Front Desk *
* Sponsored water bottles will be provided.
* Weather Forecast on all five days is High 11C and Low 9C
* Since we will be at seaside keep warm clothes.
* Light lunch will be provided on the first day and members have to make their own arrangements on rest of the days.
7). Remember that on Sunday - 31st March 2019, Daylight Saving Time starts, when clocks will go forward one hour at 1.00 am to 2.00 am. This means you will lose an hour in bed and wake up feeling a little sleepier than usual !!
8). For your information Harrow Council has publicised that payment for parking anywhere in the Harrow Borough from 1st April will be done by PayBYPhone application and this will mean end of paper permits. However, if you prefer to pay by cash, you can use PayPoint available at nearby shops at most of the pay and display locations. So to get ready for April 1st, you will have to download the app and do Registration.
9). Jasuben Sheth announced about future programme of ‘adverts’ – how to devise a humorous advert for any subject. So get prepared and give your names.
TODAY’S ATTENDANCE FROM THOSE WHO SIGNED THE REGISTER : 238
TODAY’S WEATHER AND TEMPERATURE : Cloudy and 13 C
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PRAFUL SHAH
PRO - NVK