Good News From Jayam October 15, Pls Scroll Down 35 items
Good News
From Jayam
October 15,
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35 items
Plans to Bring the Children’s World Closer to Them – President
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said plans are being implemented to bring the children’s world closer to them expeditiously. President Rajapaksa in his message to mark World Children’s Day which fell on October 1, said the restrictions imposed on the imagination of the entire generation of children and their world are many in the face of the current global pandemic. “The school classroom and the playground are still at a distance from our children. It has become a priority of the government to revive all those lost aspirations of the nation’s children in a secure manner. All our plans are being implemented to bring the children’s world closer to them expeditiously.
A Proud Grandfather – President Rajapaksa
Finally Gets to see his Granddaughter
President Rajapakasa took the opportunity to see his grand daughter for the first time in Los Angeles, when he went to the USA to attend the United Nations General Assembly. The beautiful baby girl is the daughter of President Rajapaksa’s son Manoj and daughter in law Sewandi.
Yohani to be Made
Tourism Brand Ambassador
Young singing sensation Yohani de Silva is to be made a brand ambassador to promote Sri Lanka’s tourism industry in line with the Expo 2020 exhibition in Dubai. Subject minister Prasanna Ranatunga has informed the Cabinet that a cultural variety show with Yohani is planned as part of the National Day of Sri Lanka feature at the global festival on 3 January next year. Also, there are plans to release a music video that she writes and sings on the journey highlighting the beauty of Sri Lanka, he has said. Yohani rose to global fame with her cover version of ‘Menike Mage Hithe’, reaching nearly 140 million views on YouTube.
Karolina Portsenko Plays Yohani’s Menike Mage Hithe at Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, Ca.
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Gamini Jayasinghe’s Birthday Celebrated with a Fundraiser in Bradbury, Ca.
Gamini Jayasinghe celebrated his birthday on October 9th with a fundraising Dinner Party at him and his wife Nalini’s beautiful residence in Bradbury, Ca. Over one hundred guests were invited to the event and all indicators pointed
to a successful evening of charity for a good cause. All revenues from the fundraiser will be sent to the Lady Ridgeway Hospital c/o Dr. Chaturi Senanayake in Colombo, to help in the treatment of sick children with Covid 19.
Robin Vanranzow’s 80th Birthday Party
in Glendale, Ca.
Robin Vanranzow of Glendale, Ca. celebrated his 80th birthday with a party thrown by his wife Susan for friends and family. Robin’s daughter Susie Upton produced a beautiful presentation of photos of Robin in his youth. Photo also shows Robin’s grandson Von Upton. The event was catered with hoppers and wonderful curries by Asanka.
Sashee Chandran – Tea Drops
For Bringing Innovation to the Tea Industry
The daughter of immigrants from China and Sri Lanka, Sashee Chandran grew up steeped in the ritual of making tea. But the slow process of brewing loose-leaf tea didn’t fit into her Silicon Valley tech schedule as a digital marketer at eBay. After tinkering in her kitchen, she finely ground and compressed the leaves into a product that simply dissolves in water—no tea bags or strainers required. Fast-forward five years and Tea Drops, the company, has raised $8.4 million to date and is on track to pull in eight figures in revenue in 2021. The product is on shelves in 2,000 retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods and Costco.
Former Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunge
Event at Residence of
Malith and Shashika Mendis in Camarillo, Ca
(Photos by Moran Moran)
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How Merck’s Antiviral Pill Could
Change the Game for COVID-19
A new drug by Merck significantly reduces the risk of hospitalization and death in people who take it early in the course of their COVID-19 illness, according to the interim results of a major study released. It is the first oral antiviral found to be effective against this coronavirus. People who took this drug, called molnupiravir—four pills twice a day for five days—within five days of showing symptoms were about half as likely to be hospitalized as those taking the placebo. They were also less likely to die, with eight deaths in the placebo group reported within a month of treatment and none in those who received the medicine.
Jayam’s Choice
“Don’t Cry For Me Argentina”
by Madonna
Mihiri Tillakaratne of Los Angeles, Ca. Appointed Associate Editor at “Lion’s Roar”
Mihiri Tillakaratne recently became an Associate Editor at Lion’s Roar, where she focuses on Asian American Buddhist stories. Lion’s Roar, the largest-circulation Buddhist print and online publication in the English language, consists of Lion’s Roar magazine, the journal Buddhadharma, and the Lion’s Roar podcast. As a Sri Lankan American Theravada Buddhist, Mihiri knows how important it is to highlight the complexity of Asian American Buddhist communities on a national and international scale. Mihiri Tillakaratne is a PhD Candidate in Ethnic Studies and Gender, Women, and Sexuality at UC Berkeley, where she researches the Sri Lankan diaspora. She has a M.A. in Asian American Studies (UCLA) and a M.A. in Ethnic Studies (UC Berkeley), and graduated from Harvard with a major in History and a minor in Religion. Mihiri is the director of I Take Refuge, a documentary on Sri Lankan American Buddhist identity, and the founder of Sri Lankan Americans for Social Justice.
Fearless Voice” – A Tribute to Sunil Perera by Rukshan Perera
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Bandula Egodage Re-Appointed Industrial Association of Sri Lanka (IASL) Chairman
The Industrial Association of Sri Lanka (IASL), an approved trade association under the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the apex body representing industries and manufacturing companies in Sri Lanka, held its 30th Annual General Meeting via a virtual platform recently. Bandula Egodage representing Nestlé Lanka PLC was unanimously re-elected as the Chairman of the Association. Sanjev Perera of Vision Fund Lanka was re-elected as the Senior Vice Chairman and Brahaman Balaratnarajah of Haycarb PLC as Vice Chairman for 2021/22.
Rukee Throws Birthday Party
for Husband Shaheen Ghazaly
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Sri Lankan Community in
Staten Island, New York
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Che Guevara Visits Ceylon (Circa 1959)
Ernesto Che Guevara visited Ceylon to look into the rubber planting methods adopted in the country. He visited the Yahala Kele rubber estate in Horana and planted a Mahogany plant on August 7, 1959 which today has grown into a giant tree. He also visited sugar brokers to ensure continuity of sales of Cuban sugar to Ceylon.
Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
October 6th, 2021
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Obituaries – Sad News
Arnold Arseculeratne (77) Arnold was one of eight children to Henry and Louisa Arseculeratne. He was preceded in death by his elder brothers Eric, Rex, Felix, Sherwin, and his sister Edna. He is survived by his wife Indra, his two sons, Louis and Angus, and his grand daughter Macey, his brother Shelton, as well as several nieces and nephews spread out across the United States. Arnold was well known in the Sri Lankan community for assisting those in need and gave himself tirelessly to lend a helping hand. He always carried a smile, and will forever be missed. There was a memorial service for him at
St. Anthony’s Church on October 7th. in Gardena, CA.
Dr. Bede Muller (96) passed away in NSW, Australia.
Husband of late Thelma. Father of Phillip, late Stephen and Leon. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 12 noon on Monday October 11, 2021 at
St Ambrose’s Catholic Church
Attendance will be subject to prevailing Covid restrictions.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
JAPCHAI (Korean Noodle Speciality)
Ingredients
4 cooked potions of dangmeon cooked sweet potato starch noodles
1 Carrot, peeled and julienned
1/2 Onion, cut into 1/4″ slices
2 cups oyster mushrooms, cut into bitesized pieces
1 1/2 TBSP white granulated sugar
3 TBSP Soya Sauce
2 tspn.vegetable oil
Pinch of Black Pepper (optional)
1 tspn. roasted Sesame seeds (optional)
STEP 1
If Danmyeon noodles are long, carefully cut
the noodles with scissors to make them fit
the diameter of the diameter of the inner pot.
Lay the noodles in a criss-cross pattern to prevent
clumping.
STEP 2
Lay the Carrots, Onions and mushrooms on top
of noodles.
STEP 3.
In a small bowl, whisk sugar, soy sauce, vegetable oil,
and 3/4 cup of water until well combined.
Drizzle liquid over the vegetables and noodles.
These quantities are sufficient to serve four or you
can serve it as a side dish. I once served it with a
Sri Lankan Shrimp Curry and it was very nice.You
can even put some sauteed Shrimp in a little Chilli
Sauce (not too much) or just drizzle with a spoon on
top of the whole dish.
Should you have any questions or requests, please
email me and I will be happy to help you.
This Korean Dish is absolutely lovely to look at and
a treat in it’s light but interesting flavours.
I am answering the first question which you will send.
The DANGMEON (sweet potato starch noodles) is not
difficult to find in the Asian Markets and are sold in
packets.
Simple to make and is not drowned in different flavors.
Enjoy this quick to make Dish.
The Coral Princess
Now Sailing to Colombo From Sydney
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Good News From Jayam October 1, 2021 Pls Scroll Down 35 items
Good News
From Jayam
October 1, 2021
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35 items
Autumn Has Arrived – In California
Sri Lanka President at the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Full Speech
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa attended the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly, in New York on September 21. Foreign Minister GL Peiris, Chief Adviser Lalith Weeratunga and Admiral Jayanath Colombage accompanied the President. Considering his personal policy and the current situation in the country, the President decided to make the visit with a minimum number of delegates, which is the lowest number of Sri Lankan delegates to the UN General Assembly in recent history. First Lady Ioma Rajapaksa joined the tour at her own expense. The President will probably take the opportunity to visit Los Angeles, to visit his grand daughter whom he will be seeing for the first time. This is the first time the President visited the United States since being elected.
J Med – Celebrating Four Years of Gratitude
Dylan Keshawn Samarasena of Santa Barbara, Ca. Marries Kaushalya Gajaweera
(Photos by Moran Moran)
Dylan Keshawn Samarasena, son of Andy and Shyama Samarasena of Santa Barbara, Ca. married Kaushalya Gajaweera, daughter of Devapriya and Samantha Gajaweera. The Poruwa ceremony was held at the Doubletree Hilton in Monrovia, Ca. The ceremony was directed by Prassanna Yamasinghe. The reception was in Glendale, Ca. nl
The 2022 Mercedes Benz S680 Maybach
(Coming to a dealer near you)
Jayam’s Choice
“Strangers in the Night”
Frank Sinatra
SriLankan Airlines Wins Title
at PATA Gold Awards 2021 Again
SriLankan Airlines, continuing to reaffirm the universal appeal of its marketing communication content, won a Gold award for its campaign ‘#SriLankanPromises’ in the category ‘Marketing-Carrier’ at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards 2021. This year’s virtual Award ceremony crowned 20 Gold Award winners and two Grand Title winners out of 113 entries submitted by travel and tourism organizations and individuals worldwide, adjudged by a panel of 18 industry experts.
Yohani’s Haal Massa –
Over One Million Views on Youtube
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Aircraft Supercarrier HMS Queen Elizabeth
The fleet flagship of the Royal Navy
Sailing majestically with a stunning displacement of 65,000 tonnes is the aircraft supercarrier the HMS Queen Elizabeth. Presently on duty in the Pacific Ocean, she is basically a floating military base with the capacity to carry 70 aircraft. Her massive flight deck covers four acres. The warship has 17 decks (levels) which gives us an understanding of how massive this vessel really is. She can reach speeds in excess of 25 knots per hour.The aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth (pennant number RO8) is named in honour of another British vessel that first saw action in World War I. The new ship bears the same Tudor rose crest. The Air Wing onboard consists of the F-35B Lightning multirole fighter which is the world’s first fifth generation fighter jet.
The first Food Truck in Southern California
Mani a Sri Lankan Chef (Mani Catering), noticed a lack of authentic Sri Lankan food in Los Angeles. It inspired him and his family to begin his dream of starting a catering service. Mani and his family worked hard and Mani’s Catering Services is now well known for their tasty food, fabulous services, catering for parties, weddings and other entertaining needs both out of State and overseas. He even caters to out of state functions and air-lifts overnight frozen food, overseas as well. His newest venture is the Food Truck and here is a picture of him in front of it. This is wonderful for a family outing and greatly appreciated by the community. He has achieved another milestone and delivers to your home! Well done to you and your family. Mani has eventually fulfilled his dream of having the food of Sri Lanka fabulously cooked with the freshest ingredients so readily available. I have great pleasure in wishing him and his family “Jayawewa.” – Roma de Zoysa
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Exploring Oil, Gas in Mannar Basin
Power Minister Udaya Gammanpila said,.“”Bell Geospace, the world renowned geophysical exploration company for oil and gas exploration in the Mannar and Cauvery basins, has also brought in its exploration aircraft and is currently in the process of gathering data for investors. Sri Lanka will not spend any money on this survey. The company sells the data to investors and returns part of the profits to Sri Lanka,” the Minister said. He said that as there are no Sri Lankan businessmen to explore for oil and gas in Sri Lanka, he is expecting to visit the United Arab Emirates, Iran, India, Abu Dhabi and the United States in the next few months in search of such investors.
Invest in Port City Colombo –
The Gateway to South Asia
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Alkamalee Jabbar
to Run For City Council in Anaheim, Ca.
I’m excited to announce my candidacy for Anaheim City Council District 3. Anaheim unlocked the doors of opportunity for my family and me to prosper. I want to work with you to create a better future for Anaheim. Join our campaign today! – Alkamalee Jabbar
Sri Lanka Flag at Pepperdine University
in Malibu, Ca.
For the 14th consecutive year, Pepperdine University is commemorating the lives lost in the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, with the Waves of Flags display at Alumni Park on the Malibu campus. Nearly 3,000 flags will fly along Pacific Coast Highway and Malibu Canyon Road—one for each innocent victim, including a national flag for each foreign country that lost a citizen in the attack, here we see our Sri Lankan flag honoring one of our fallen countrymen. The flags will be on display for public viewing from September 9, to Saturday, September 25, 2021.
Sri Lankan Woman Elected
to Norwegian Parliament
Sri Lankan born Kamzy Gunaratnam has been elected a member of the Norwegian Parliament. Gunaratnam was elected to Parliament from the Labour Party. Gunaratnam was born in Sri Lanka and came to Norway as a refugee when she was three years old. Gunaratnam was elected as a representative to Oslo City Council for the first time in 2007.
Foundation of Goodness
Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo
September 24th, 2021
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shortsighted elephant laws + market
news, home truths on our economy, a 10 year old’s octopus discovery, violin floats, a skinny house, ice carving, glam with tiedye & #ProtectEveryChild.
Obituaries – Sad News
Lakshman Ratnapala (82)
Passed away following a brief illness related to Parkinson’s disease, on September 8, 2021, Lakshman was the first Asian President and CEO of the Pacific Asia Travel Association, He is survived by his wife Barbara (nee Van Cuylenberg) A private cremation was held at the General Cemetery, Borella on 9th September, 2021.
Delrine Ingram
Passed away in Australia. Wife of (late) Russel Ingram, mother of Russel (Rusty) (Australia), Sharon (United States) and Rory (Australia), mother-in-law of Sonia, Sajeev and Aloyna (Pinky), grandmother of Megan, Lachlan, Alexa, Alycia, Brianna and Sarina, daughter of (late) Andrew Perera and (late) Millicent Perera. Laid to rest on September 11, 2021.
Gratien Amirthanayagam – Beloved husband of late Soma, precious father of Pradeep, beloved father-in-law of Annamarie, much adored papa of Manik, Drushika and Sacha, dearly beloved brother of Annette Rambukwella, late Guy, late Savunthari Bastiampillai and of Rohini Xavier, son of the late Dr. G.A. Amirthanayagam and Mary Teresa Amirthanayagam. Was called to eternal rest on 3rd September 2021. Cremation took place at General Cemetery, Borella on 4th September 2021.
Sri Lankan Alan Western Sings at
Kedron Wavell Services Club
in Queensland, Australia
September 14th, 2021
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Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Summer is over and Fall is just beginning. I am sharing a few of my favourite Punches for this time of year. One or the other always in a large jug in the Fridge. Cloves, Cinnamon and Nutmeg are used to flavor this spicy Mulled Wine. It makes an ideal drink for a party in the Fall and it is bound to warm everybody up.
Demerara Rum Punch
Ingredients
2/3 cup orange juice
2/3 cup pineapple juice
2/3 cup mango juice
1/2 cup water
1 cup dark rum
a shake of Angostura bitters
freshly grated nutmeg
2 Tablespoons raw sugar
1 small banana
1 large orange
Method
1.Pour the orange, pineapple and mango juices into
a large Punch Bowl. Stir in the water.
2.Add the rum, Angostura bitters, nutmeg and sugar.
Stir gently for a few minutes until the sugar has
dissolved.
3.Slice the banana and stir gently into the punch.
4.Slice the orange and add to the punch. Chill and
serve with ice.
Mulled Wine
Ingredients
1 orange
4 tablespoons raw sugar
grated nutmeg
2 cinnamon sticks, a few cloves
plus extra for studding
2 tablespoons seedless raisins
5 tablespoons honey
2 Clementines or Tangerines
6 1/4 cups inexpensive Claret
2 1/2 cups medium cider
1 1/4 cups orange juice
Method
1.With a sharp knife or rotary peeler, pare off a long strip
of orange peel.
- Place the sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, raisins, honey
and peel in a large saucepan. Stud the clementines with
cloves and add them to the pan. Add the Claret and heat
gently until the sugar has dissolved. Pour in the cider and
continue to gently heat the mulled wine. Do not boil.
- Add the orange juice to the pan and warm through. Remove the clementines and cinnamon sticks and strain the mulled wine into a warmed punch bowl or other serving bowl. Add the clove-studded clementines and serve hot in warmed glasses, or in glasses containing a small spoon (to prevent the glass breaking.)
Caribbean Cream Stout Punch
A well known” pick-me- up “that is popular all over the Caribbean.
Ingredients
2 cups stout
1 1/4 cups evaporated milk
5 tablespoons condensed milk
5 tablespoons sherry
2 or 3 drops vanilla extract
freshly grated nutmeg
Method
1.Mix together the stout, evaporated and condensed milks
sherry and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor
or food processor, or whisk together in a large bowl, until
creamy.
2.Add a little grated nutmeg to the stout mixture and blend
or whisk again for a few minutes.
3.Chill for at least 45 minutes or until really cold before serving.
Please feel free to request any Recipe or anything
I may be able to help you with email me at
Operation Hope-With Charles Schokman
in Melbourne, Australia
It is with great joy to announce that Operation Hope has taken a momentus step and merged with Compelled By Love. This means you now have the opportunity to partner with something even bigger, as we expand our reach to help more people, in more countries. Our values have always framed how we work and operate, and it is these values that have led us to make this exciting decision to merge with Compelled By Love. Change is not new for Operation Hope. We have had many organisational changes through the years including changing our name. However this change is the most significant.
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Celebratory Mass
Celebratory Mass
For Old Joe Mario Pieris
in Los Angeles, Ca.
A celebratory Mass in
Los Angeles, California on
Saturday, September 18th 2021
11:00am at St Bede’s Church,
215 Foothill Blvd, La Canada, CA 91011
The church has informed us that a face covering mask must be worn in Church at all times, for the safety and protection of all people regardless of the vaccination status, in accordance with mandates of the County of Los Angeles.
After the service, due to the County directives, instead of the planned gathering and the luncheon in the Church hall, all attendees will be provided with a take away package of short eats/iced coffee.
We expect all Joes to be there.
OJAC
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Good News From Jayam
Good News From Jayam
September 15, 2021 Pls Scroll Down 35 items
“We Will Never Forget”
National Day of Remembrance
September 11, 2021
President Congratulates
Sri Lanka Cricket Team
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday congratulated the Sri Lanka cricket team for its performance in the series against South Africa which was played in Colombo.“A victorious comeback of Sri Lanka’s cricket team, scoring a series win against South Africa. Congrats and thanks to the team and coach for their commitment to a great performance that gave us so much to be proud of,” the President tweeted. Sri Lanka won the series against South Africa 2-1 and it was the first ODI series victory after 8 years. “What a gutsy performance and a massive victory for the new look Sri Lanka team! Brilliant to see the energy and enthusiasm of this young team. Congratulations to Dasun Shanaka and the entire squad including coach Mickey Arthur and support staff on the series victory!” Sports and Youth Minister Namal Rajapaksa tweeted.
China’s Sinopharm Group Contemplates Vaccine Plant in Sri Lanka
Sinopharm Group of China, one of the leading COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers in the world, has once again expressed interest in setting up a vaccine refilling plant in Sri Lanka. This was disclosed when the Chairman of Sinopharm Group, Liu Jingzhen and the Senior Management Group met Ambassador to Sri Lanka in China, Dr Palitha Kohona on September 7. Sinopharm Group said that when a vaccine refilling plant is set up in Sri Lanka it can take advantage of Sri Lanka’s favourable trade access in the region and beyond and engage in exports as well. The Chairman said that Sinopharm will continue to collaborate with Sri Lanka and supply vaccines. Ambassador Dr Kohona also handed over a personal letter from President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to the Chairman appreciating the uninterrupted supply of Sinopharm vaccine to Sri Lanka. Ambassador Dr Kohona conveyed his appreciation, on behalf of the President and the Sri Lankan people, to the Government of China for supplying vaccines. The Ambassador also said that more than 10 million people in Sri Lanka have received their first dose of the Sinopharm vaccine.
Sri Lankan Cousins Get Together in Chatsworth, Ca.
Cousins of connected families in California got together recently at the residence of Evelyn and Yusuf Bey in Chatsworth, Ca. Those represented were the Romesh and Suren Sagadavan family, the Nicole Lenander family, the Maria Berry family, the Aliki Djahanshahi family, the Dennis Andre Rutnam family, the Sheriene Bacon family, the Christopher Johns family, the Liza Majers family, James Rutnam, Andrew Johns. All children of Sri Lankan immigrants to the United States.
Sunil Perera – The Voice From Moratuwa that Reached the World
Millions of Sri Lankans woke up on Monday morning to see the news alert text on their mobile phones, informing them about the demise of music legend Sunil Perera at the age of 68 after COVID-19 complications. For more than 50 years this amazing singer and musician rocked Sri Lanka with many pulsating super hits. He was known affectionately to all Sri Lankans as “Sunil Aiya”. Apart from his powerful voice projection, his down to earth ways and simplicity was the prime reason that he became so popular, and his death is mourned by the entire nation.
Sunil Perera Tribute to a Legend (Please click on arrow)
‘Made in Sri Lanka’ Vehicles Unveiled
The first Motorcycle and All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), also known as a light utility vehicle, which utilize 35 per cent and 50 per cent locally manufactured parts respectively, and therefore considered as “Made in Sri Lanka” were unveiled on Tuesday with the participation of Youth and Sports, Development Coordination and Monitoring Minister and Digital Technology and Enterprise Development State Minister Namal Rajapaksa. These vehicles were manufactured by Senaro Motor Company (Pvt) Ltd.
Sri Lanka Day Virtual Event Urgently Needed Oxygen Concentrator’s Distributed to the Rural Area Hospitals (Please Click on Arrow)
Former Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunga Hosted to Reception at Residence of Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura
Sarah Makandura holds the medallion given to
Dr. Makandura by Arjuna Ranatunga. (Above) Arjuna Ranatunga receives the Legacy Award in recognition of 25 years, from Dr. Lakshman Makandura of Los Angeles.
“Cricket administration needs to change for the betterment of cricket.” This was stated by Former Sri Lankan cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunga at a reception to mark the 25th Anniversary of the World Cricket Championship. The event was organized by Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura at their home in Arcadia, Ca. Senior Sri Lankan cricket players, Dilhara Fernando, Pulasthi Gunaratne, Senaka Ekanayake, Jeevaka Weerasinghe, Dr. Lalith Chandradasa the Consul General of Sri Lanka, Dr. Sarath and Vajira Gunapala were also present at the occasion.
Hi!! MAGAZINE CELEBRATES ITS 100th ISSUE
“True lovers of books say that there is nothing like holding the book in your hand. That is part of the reason that the hard copy of Hi!! is still very popular and loved by many. They love the luxury feel of the magazine as against something online. I remember when it was first published, many would not even believe that we printed it locally.”
Shyamalee Tudawe
Editor-in-Chief
Hi!! Magazine
Good Old Days in Hollywood (Circa 1965)
Party at the residence of Rosy Weerasinghe in Hollywood, Ca. Indrani Wye, Rajah and Patsy Rutnam, Patrick Wye, Rosy, Chandran Rutnam, Iswari Camou and Jayam.
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Jayam’s Choice “Too Young” Nat King Cole (Please click on arrow)
James Koch Breaks Into
the Top Ten Music Charts
Great News for Actor/Singer James Koch as he breaks into the Downloading Charts at No 2 & the Streaming Charts at No 3 throughout the Southern Hemisphere with his song I’M RUNNIN from the Hollywood film ‘NIGHTWALK’ released worldwide by LIONSGATE FILMS. While playing a major supporting role to Mickey Rourke and Patrick Kilpatrick.
James is seen here rubbing shoulders with his co-star buddy Patrick Kilpatrick who incidentally is running for Governor of California on 14th September.
James Koch sings “I’m Runnin” (Please click on arrow)
‘Lagoon’ Restaurant’ of Cinnamon Grand Colombo Featured in “World’s 50 Best Restaurants”
The Lagoon’ restaurant at Cinnamon Grand Colombo was recently featured in the “World’s 50 best restaurants” a globally recognized restaurant listing program – for their rich ambience, diversity of freshest seafood and variety of culinary experiences.‘The Lagoon’ restaurant is popularly known among local and international guests as an exquisite dining venue that captures the essence of a lively atmosphere at seafood markets; as the restaurant lays out the freshest catch of the day, allowing customers to pick their favourite, and have the chefs prepare it in any culinary style of choice, right before their eyes.
Ambassador Rodney Perera is Now CEO of the Sri Lanka Foundation
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Dr. Walter Jayasinghe, Founder and the Board of the Sri Lanka Foundation have appointed the former Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States of America, Rodney Perera as the Chief Executive Officer of the Sri Lanka Foundation. Ambassador Perera joins the SLF with nearly four decades of professional education,global travel, speaking engagements, and delegations involving Sri Lanka and its relations with most nations the World. |
For Sale in Los Angeles
Invaluable Collection of Books about Ceylon
A personal collection of rare books on CEYLON (not Sri Lanka) collected over 70 years by a prominent Sri Lankan in Los Angeles. Some were bought for over US$3000 each several years back. One leatherbound original personal catalog belonging to H.W. Cave himself. Two original CORDINERS books on Ceylon, not reprints or reproductions over 200 years old. ALL in excellent condition, and in one book cupboard kept away from sunlight and moisture. The collection was shipped from Sri Lanka to California. This is a valuable collection which must be sold in ENTIRETY and NOT by piece. US$20,000. No offers!
This collection is easily worth at least three times the asking price. For a full list of books Please call Jayam 626-335-7266
Buongiorno By the Gypsies In remembrance – Sunil de Silva (Please click on arrow)
Sri Lanka America Association of Las Vegas
Annual Session
Sri Lanka America Association of Las Vegas on the successful occasion of their Annual Session of 2021. Sri Lanka America Association of Las Vegas was founded in 2017. This year’s annual session was held on August 22nd with legendary World Cup Cricket Captain, Arjuna Ranatunga and Consul General of Sri Lanka,
Dr. Lalith Chandradasa, being the chief guests.
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Should You Support the Essential Schools Supplies Programme? Kushil Gunasekera – Foundation of Goodness (Please click on arrow)
Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo
September 10th, 2021
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We discuss investment opps, markets & the new colonialism, applaud Bocelli on the Rialto, husbands carrying wives, cardboard coffin travels, shipping firsts and Berlin’s Chitrasena spectacle.
Dina Titus – We salute her awesome contribution in helping to increase the Moderna Vaccines from 600,000 to 1.5 million doses. She also helped to force USA to send much needed PPP to our beloved Sri Lanka!
Obituaries – Sad News
Sunil Perera (68) Leader of the “Gypsies” band. Popular singer and composer, passed away on September 6th, 2021. Husband of Geetha, father of Sajith, Gayan, Rehana, and Manisha. Sunil was treated at a private hospital in Colombo and made a recovery from COVID-19. After a few weeks from complete recovery, on September 5th he was admitted to the ICU of a private hospital in Colombo due to severe COVID pneumonia. Sunil Perera and the Gypsies Band performed in Los Angeles for the first time at an event organized by the SLAASC, which was a tremendous success. They have since performed in Los Angeles many times.
Nizar Haji Omar
Twelve years have passed since June 22, 2009 when we lost our dear friend Nizar Haji Omar to a massive heart attack. When I think about my time with Haji, it was like we lost him yesterday. On that fateful day, Haji and I had breakfast together at 22 Layards Road, as we often did. Tragically, he had fallen from the chair in his office and because the bales of cloth blocking the view into his office room, none of his office colleagues realised that he was experiencing a heart attack. Haji was the consummate gentleman and touched the hearts of so many. His wife Linda meant everything to him along with his two daughters, Ayesha and Nadia. I know he cultivated special relationships with so many individuals, mostly stemming from his rugby career at St. Peter’s, CR and FC and Sri Lanka. – Jehan CanagaRetna
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Eddie Wijesuriya passed away in Colombo recently. Father of Dulip, Deepika and Deepani. Funeral was in Colombo.
Bernard Bertus (82) passed away on August 2, 2021 in Melbourne Australia. Husband of Betsy (nee de Waas), father of Howard and Anthea. Funeral was in Melbourne.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
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Good News From Jayam September 1, 2021
Good News From Jayam – September 1, 2021 – Reminder: piyali markalanda – lorraine liyanage – suntheralingam – isuru karunatillaka – virginia tehun
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Sri Lanka Foundation’s Virtual Sri Lanka Day Watched by Thousands Worldwide
Jayam’s Choice
“Bye Bye Love” by the Everly Brothers
RIP to Don Everly who passed away on August 24th 2021
Beautiful Mahogany Table and Chairs
From Sri Lanka – For Sale in Los Angeles
Beautiful Solid Mahogany (hand carved) Round Dining Table with revolving center Lazy Susan and six carved chairs.,
Matching Mahogany Crockery Cabinet-all made in Sri Lanka and approx 40 years old. No nicks or scratches. Like New.
$2400 includes cabinet. (fixed price) no offers. This furniture is worth double. Call Jay 626-335-7266.
Cargills Pledges to Plant Trees in Colombo
Cargills (Ceylon) PLC launched the ‘Breath of Life’ campaign and pledged to plant as many trees as possible within Colombo and across the country. In line with this campaign, Cargills partnered with the Colombo Municipal Council, and undertook the planting of trees at Fort and Thimbirigasyaya recently.CMC Commissioner, Ms. Roshanie Dissanayake, patronised the event as its chief guest. The Road Development Authority (RDA) and the Forest Department also assisted in making this event a reality. Tree planting is one of the simplest and most effective ways to tackle climate change caused by greenhouse gases.
“Manike Mage Hithe”
by Yohani & Satheeshan
Nice Song in Sinhala
Sri Lankan Teenager Builds
Solar-Powered Tuk-Tuk from Scraps
A 15-year-old from Sri Lanka has spent his Covid lockdown building a solar-powered tuk-tuk. The best part is that Suntharalingam Piranawan used scraps for his homemade vehicle – and it works.
Lorraine Liyanage has been nominated for a Business Award in London UK
Lorraine Liyanage has been nominated for a Business Award in London UK and anyone around the world can vote our with just one click. let’s support of fellow Sri Lankan. Thank you! Lorraine Liyanage, owner of the SE22 Piano School in London UK has been nominated for a Covid-19 Business Resilience Award. Entry is easy with just one click for her business via this link:
https://southwarkawards.co.uk/categories/vote-covid-19-business-resilience-award/
How the Tesla Model S is Made
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Cooking in the Villages of Sri Lanka
The Anagi Lipa
The ubiquitous “Anagi Lipa” introduced in an earlier decade, during a similar hike in LPG prices is fortunately still very much in use in the rural areas. It has the proven advantage of much higher combustion efficiency and thus reduced need for fire wood, in comparison to the traditional three stone furnace. This well designed and proven model has the great advantage of feasibility of the manufacture by the village potter at a very nominal cost.
Thaminie Perera’s
“Green, Green Grass of Home”
Ajwad Shariz’s son Marries Dimanthi Deraniyagala in Harbor City, Ca.
(Photos by Moran Moran)
Virginia Tehun’s 60th Birthday
(Photos by Moran Moran)
7 Year Old Chess Player Chanumi Janulya
Honored by Foundation of Goodness
Congratulations to our beneficiary and Chess Player Chanumi Janulya, from the FOG Sports Academy, who was selected for the Under 7 Asian Schools Online Chess Championship in the Philippines! She was placed 35th in the overall competition after an excellent display of chess.
Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo
August 20th, 2021
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Here’s your happy dose this week with lifesaving inventions, Attenborough beetles, 200 dollar fries, Greta in Vogue, balancing acts, Bohemian art, corporate & market news & other titbits.
Roots of Paradise
Ancient Places in Sri Lanka
Obituaries – Sad News
Elvis “Ricky” Thurgood (62), died peacefully in Melbourne on August 20, 2021. He was born in Ceylon in 1958.
Thurgood’s parents spent the past four decades caring for the former jockey, who suffered a traumatic brain injury and extreme physical deficits in a 1980 fall at Caulfield. Thurgood rode 58 winners from 533 starts before tragedy struck in the Easter Cup at Caulfield when his mount Taras Regent sustained a fatal heart attack and collapsed. Thurgood is survived by his parents Noel and Doris, brother Derek and sister Debbie as well as immediate family Brian, Wendy, Andrew, Kellie and Vanessa.
Mangala Samaraweera (65) passed away while being treated for COVID-19. He was being treated at a private hospital and was transferred to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) where he was being treated until his demise. Mangala Samaraweera previously served as Finance and Foreign Affairs Minister. Samaraweera entered politics from the Sri Lanka Freedom Party as its chief organizer in Matara in 1983 and first entered the Parliament of Sri Lanka as a representative of the Matara District in 1989. He was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs under President
I found Karma inexplicable that such an effective Politician was not only taken away prematurely, but we were also denied the right to pay our respects as well. In recent times, as Foreign Minister he ensured that our International relations were at their best ever. His period as Finance Minister saw us register with long overdue financial discipline, two consecutive years of primary revenue surpluses in 2017 and 18, for the first time after over fifty years . In a brief stint as Sports Minister he inspired Vijay Malalasekera’s Interim Committee to such an extent that we recorded our most successful years in International Cricket, with Integrity unquestioned ! Above all he was a very decent, humble, honest and civilised human being and was blessed in consequence with a Midas touch as his tenures will confirm. We can all stand proudly and say “ Here indeed was a true Statesman“. So Let us console ourselves that fate took him prematurely, to enable an early rebirth through his good Karma, and a path thereafter in Politics that will see him as the Head of State of a New Sri Lanka within forty years! A prosperous era when educated Parliamentarians will adorn that revered Institution, with Country,, ALL its people and self in that order as their priorities and a Parliament that will conduct its affairs with dignity making its people truly proud “Mangala” deserves that posthumous reward. In the Interim Dear Sir, Rest in Peace!
“ A Grateful Citizen “
MEMORIAL SERVICE – Mario Pieris
A celebratory Mass will be held in
Seattle, Washington on
Saturday, September 4th 2021
12:00pm (Noon) at St. Francis of Asissi Church, 15236 21st Ave SW, Burien, WA 98166.
A celebratory Mass in
Los Angeles, California on
Saturday, September 18th 2021
11:00am at St Bede’s Church,
215 Foothill Blvd, La Canada, CA 91011
After Mass, we will be gathering to share some of our favorite memories, our stories, to laugh, to cry, and remember a wonderful friend, one of the principal OJAC benefactors, and a true-blue Josephian who is greatly missed, with a reception at St Bede’s Church hall.
We expect all Joes to be there.
OJAC
How to Cook Crab Curry By the Famous Roma (Roma de Zoysa is the daughter of former Finance Minister Stanley de Zoysa and Dora de Zoysa who has written many cookbooks) (Please click on arrow)
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Pineapple-Orange Sangria
Ingredients
1 750-ml bottle dry Riesling
6 fl.oz. (3/4cup) peach vodka
preferably Ciroc
6fl.oz. (3/4 cup) canned pineapple
juice
1/2 cup agave nectar, light or amber
1 small navel orange, quartered lengthwise
and thinly sliced
1 cup bite-size pieces fresh pineapple
Method
In a 2 1/2 to 3 quart pitcher, stir the wine,
vodka, pineapple juice, and agave nectar
until well mixed. Add the fruit and then
refrigerate for at least 2 hours and upto
24 hours.
Serve over ice, garnished with the fruit.
Top each glass with a splash of Club Soda.
Yields about 8 cups; serves 8 to 10
Summer is here and this is an ideal
Cocktail for a crowd to start parties
off right with a pitcher of versatile
Sangria.
Please email me with any questions or
requests.
Support the Sri Lanka Medical Fraternity
Support the Sri Lanka Medical Fraternity to Fight Covid 19 in Sri Lanka
Dear Fellow Americans of Lankan Heritage
The “Tear drop” island of Sri Lanka is in tears with “Delta Variant” bleeding its heart very badly. Every 10 minutes a precious heart beat stops! The Country needs Oxygen today very badly. Oxygen Concentrator Machines can make Oxygen to be given to all patients who “Throng” hospitals today. Each unit can fill O2 cylinders in rural hospitals, thus reducing the transport of empty cylinders to Colombo for refilling.
The Cost of a Machine is said to be around $900 (Service agreement and installing in place). We have around 20 prominent Sri Lankan Associations/OBU’s/Organizations in Southern California. If we all, get together as One Sri Lankan family (Eka Mavakage Du Daruwo) we could quite easily send 100 Oxygen Concentrators to Sri Lanka!
The Sri Lanka Foundation and SLAMANA (Medical Fraternity of North America) have sent container loads of Medical equipment to Sri Lanka and have responsible people on the ground to manage the distribution according to the need of Hospitals. We call upon the Sri Lanka Foundation under the leadership of Dr Walter Jayasinghe, to manage the logistics in sending and distributing the life giving Machines to Sri Lanka.
We, appeal to all associations in Southern California to consider this urgent request with compassion and activate the esteemed membership of each organization to give unconditionally towards this worthy cause. Please be kind enough to write checks/transfer through Zelle in favor of Sri Lanka Foundation (Ingrid@srilankafoundation.org). We assure, a “Tax exemption certificate” will be given by SLF to all donations given in their name.
Let’s get-together, with a positive mindset in getting at least 5 units per Organization (5x 900 = $4,500.00). This Unit has been chosen in consultation with Dr Deepthi Jayasekera who is a Specialist Virologist living among us in Los Angeles.
Let’s “Tap” the pocket to relieve a “Beat” of a Heart!
Regards,
Dushantha Kurera – 0n behalf of
Sri Lanka@Heart-Organization of California
(Lucky Rajasinghe, Rakshita Dissanayake, Samantha Kurera, Keshini Wijegunaratne, Rohan Sourjah, Viraj De Silva, Sarath Sarathchandra, Daya Gamage, Sanje Sedera, Roshan Silva, Dr Lasika Seneviratne, Pradeep Gunaratne, Rahim Mantara, Ananda Makalanda, K. Gunasena, Ajantha Suramya, Roshan Serasinhe, , Malraj De Silva, Sam Fernando, D. Kuruppu, S. Nethisinghe, Dr Sarath Gunatilleke, Dr Deepthi Jayasekera, Dushantha Kurera, Jayam Rutnam)
Good News From Jayam – 15 August 2021 – Reminder: birthdays – dr walter jayasinghe – terry herft – suzie amarilla – cricket niroshan kahawatte – dr roland silva
Good News From Jayam – 15 August 2021 – Reminder: birthdays – dr walter jayasinghe – terry herft – suzie amarilla – cricket niroshan kahawatte – dr roland silva
Happy 84th Birthday Dr Walter Jayasinghe
August 17th, 2021
“Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Visionary”
ENTREPRENEUR – Here with his wife Aeshea, Dr. Walter Jayasinghe celebrates his 84th birthday on August 17th. Known to some as Dr. Jay, Walter has excelled in his endeavors in Medicine and in business. We in the United States are fortunate to have him in our midst. He has single handedly put Sri Lanka on the map. With his able and beautiful wife Aeshea, they have given Sri Lankans in the United States a way to express pride of their Motherland.
PHILANTHROPIST – At the SLMANA dance held at the fabulous Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles. Dr. Lareef Idroos of Kaiser Permanente Hollywood, presented Dr. Walter Jayasinghe with the “Philanthropy Award” to a standing ovation of appreciative, fellow Sri Lankans. The Award read as follows: “Philanthropy Award bestowed upon Dr. Walter Jayasinghe with appreciation for the numerous accomplishments and charitable contributions you have made to the Sri Lankan community. You have enriched our lives through your spirit of giving and love.” – Sri Lanka Medical Association North America.
The Jayasinghe family photo after receiving the award Dr.Lakshman Makandura, Sue de Silva,Thusitha Makandura, Asoka de Silva, Chitra Ekanayake, Vivian, Baby Cyan and Adrian Jayasinhe, Aeshea and Dr.Walter Jayasinghe, Asoka Wijekuleratne, Dr. Mike and Swarna Itoh, Aloma and Denzil Ratnasoma, Kirthi Wijekuleratne. (Photos by Moran Moran)
At the Sri Lanka Foundation Awards
Millenium Biltmore Hotel – Los Angeles
VISIONARY – Founded by Dr. Walter Jayasinghe, the Sri Lanka Foundation, produces a first class Awards Ceremony at the Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles honoring Sri Lankans worlwide, for their outstanding achievements. Many refer to this celebration, as “the Academy Awards” for Sri Lankans. Here are Walter and Aeshea with Shyamalie Tudawe of “Hi Magazine.”
Waving to the Crowds at the Sri Lanka Day Parade with Pasadena Mayor Terry Tornek
(The Sri Lanka Day Parade, organized by the Sri Lanka Foundation takes place on the route of the famous
Rose Parade in Pasadena, Ca.)
A Proud Sri Lankan American Waves
the Lion Flag of Sri Lanka at the Sri Lanka Foundation’s “Sri Lanka Day”
in Pasadena, Ca.
Walter Jay Towers in Los Angeles
Proudly Displays the Sri Lankan Flag
VISIONARY – On his 84th birthday Sri Lankans wish
Dr. Walter Jayasinghe to be healthy and well to achieve his dreams. With all his accomplishments, one would think he would “retire”. Far from it, he has documented plans for a
“Gateway to Los Angeles” (connecting sky scrapers) showcasing the culture of Sri Lanka. He also has plans to build a theme park in Los Angeles.
Sri Lanka Foundation International USA
Sri Lanka Day Expo & Parade
Dr. Walter Jayasinghe’s “Ethera Methera”
Rupavahini Interview August 8, 2021
Every Sri Lankan Should Watch This
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Sri Lanka Day Expo & Parade
Worldwide Celebrations Virtual Event
“DON’T MISS OUT, ITS NEXT WEEK,
REGISTER TO ATTEND”
Friday August 20th, Saturday August 21st
& Sunday August 22nd
Click on slfplatform.org
Contact: Keshini Wijegooneratna 213-400-7705
If you have any issues with registration to the platform.
Russia Granted Three Flights per Week to SriLankan Airines
The aviation regulatory body of the Federation of Russia, Federal Air Transport Agency Russia (FATAR) has granted three flights per week to SriLankan Airlines. SriLankan airlines resumed scheduled weekly flights on 30th of July 2021 to Moscow and the negotiations were held parallel to this occasion. During the discussion of Sri Lanka bilateral relations, the Sri Lanka delegation skillfully negotiated by securing three weekly flights instead of approved two between Colombo to the Russian Capital Moscow. Upul
Dharmadasa, Chairman of Civil Aviation Authority of
Sri Lanka, Alexander V Neradko, Director General of FATAR, Vipula Goonathilaka, Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines and senior officers of FATAR attended the negotiations.
“71 to Par”, Golf Tournament
at the Braemar Country Club in Tarzana, Ca.
Standing:Asanka Garusinghe, Mervyn Peris, Dr. Ganesh Devendra, Jonathan Mather, Hasham Mukadam, Vijay Amritraj, Rama Radhakrishnan, Steven James, Mohan Chandramohan and Naresh Moonesinghe. In front : Bobby Chandran, Dr. Vathana Ariya, Nick Perera, Dr. Dewey Pillai and Dr. Suren Jain. (All Golfers had been vaccinated).
The ‘71 to Par’ Golf tournament was held at the Braemar Country Club, Tarzana, on Monday July 26th. Stable Ford points, partners total points determined winning pair. Three pairs were tied for first place; Team, Vijay Amritraj and Naresh Moonesinghe; Team, Steven James and Dr. Ganesh Devendra, Team, Dr. Dewey Pillai and Jonathan Mather.
Ambassador to Japan Sanjiv Gunasekara inspects the AstraZeneca Vaccination Shipment as it is loaded to
SriLankan Air Lines flight to Colombo
Niroshan Kahawatte Appointed to
Cricket Governing Board Position
Niroshan Kahawatte was recently appointed as the Chairman of the Public Relations & Media Committee of the Southern California Cricket Association (SCCA), member of the United States Cricket Association (USACA), which has received a billion dollar grant to develop the cricket facilities in view of it being nurtured to be a full member of International Cricket Council (ICC) ahead of the next Cricket World Cup. Niroshan is responsible for carrying that mission forward in Southern California, where fifty-two teams compete regionally with nearly sixty Sri Lankan players. Niroshan, an avid cricketer, captained the Hollywood Cricket team. Niroshan, with his experience as a former prime time newscaster at Rupavahini News Service in Sri Lanka, the BBC Sri Lanka program in London, and being involved in the community events with a master’s degree in media, is well experienced to assume duties as the Chairman of the SCCA Public Relations & Media Committee. A successful young Sri Lankan entrepreneur with a line of tea (Itrix Tea), he is the first Sri Lankan to establish a production studio in downtown Los Angeles as the home of his company, Niro Productions & entertainment
Shipment Bound For Colombo Loaded
at Los Angeles Warehouse
In partnership with Simply Gift and Los Angeles Buddhist Union and few Sri Lankans in Los Angeles donated over 200,000 USD worth of PPE items to be used by Public Health Inspectors Union. This was being loaded to several containers and one designated to PHI. Union. The shipments are channeled thru Department of Health to support the Sri Lanka’s efforts to combat and control COVID-19… In the picture. Priyala Kurera, Consul General Lalth Chadradasa, Ven Bhante Chao Chu, Ananda and Niranjan Karunanayake with staff at Warehouse.
Jayam’s Choice
Dedicated to Dr. Walter Jayasinghe – who does it “His Way”
“My Way” by Elvis Presley
Lifetime Contribution to Architecture Awards
Dr. Roland Silva
Dr. Roland Silva (1933-2020), architect and archaeologist inspired generations of Lankan architects and archaelogists ‘to pursue inquiry and scholarship.’ He held many prominent positions in his long and distinguished career — as Commissioner of Archaeology, Founder/Director General of the Central Cultural Fund and President of the World Body of Conservators amongst many others.
Surprise Birthday Party For Terry Herft of Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca. at the Beautiful “Cicada” Nightclub in Downtown L.A.
Birthday boy Terry Herft, his wife Fay,
Mohan and Geeta Chandramohan
Gina, Fay, Samantha Tulley,
Susan Vanranzau and Michelle Castillo
Robin and Susan Vanranzau, Tony and Rosemary Foenander.
Salintha and Harshi Gunasekara,
Suba and Alex Perera, Habiba and Munir Akbar.
Shani and Nel Jayawardena, Ishani and Sanka Marcelline
Susie and Diego Amarilla with Corrina, Natalie and Chloe at Susie’s surprise birthday party in Palos Verdes, Ca.
The Beautiful Tintagel of Rosmead Place
When someone hears of Colombo 7, or Cinnamon Gardens, they will no doubt recollect that it is an area inhabited by affluent people. This unique house is known as the house where the fourth Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, the slain Solomon West Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike and his family lived. SWRD was assasinated in this house. The house has long been known as “Tintagel” or “Rosmead House”. In 2005, it was leased to a well-known businessman and is today operated as a tourist hotel providing accommodation and food for local and foreign tourists.
Thala (Rhythm) – Drums and Dances
of Sri Lanka – This is beautiful!
Jetwing Staff Doubles up as Farmers
Staff at the Jetwing hotel in Dambulla has been doubling up as farmers to engage in organic agriculture on nearby fields, a vocation which became more prominent in the absence of tourists during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here a group of Jetwing hotel staff in one of the fields.
British Sri Lankan to Steer Associated Press
British national of Sri Lankan descent, Daisy Veerasingham has been named by The Associated Press (AP) as its new President and CEO, who will take on the role from January 1, 2022. Veerasingham, currently the AP’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), will be the 14th leader of the American non-profit news agency in its 175-year history. She succeeds retiring AP President and CEO Gary Pruitt, who will remain in the role through the end of the year. Veerasingham, 51, a first-generation British national of Sri Lankan origin, will also become the first woman, first person of colour and the first international citizen to lead the AP.
A Maritime Facility Center
at the Port of Colombo
Vas Aradhana 2021 at Mindefulness Meditation Center – Covina, Ca.
Vassa, or the annual “Rains Retreat,” is a three-month monastic retreat practiced especially in the Theravada Buddhist tradition. The three months are determined by the lunar calendar and, usually, begins in July.During Vassana season, monks remain in residence within their temples and leaves its grounds only when necessary. Laypeople show their devotion and appreciation by supporting the monks with food and other necessities. In the picture, six monks of the Los Angeles Buddhist Vihara – Mindfulness Meditation Center, Covina the Mahanayaka Ven Ahangama Dharmarama Thera, Ven. Makandure Dhammapeethi Thera, Ven. Usgoda Dhammagaru Thera, Ven. Unaleeye Sirinanda Thera, Ven. Kapugama Seelawansa Thera and Ven. Wilagama Dhammalankara Thera were invited to observe Vas on July 18th 2021.Katina Pirith Ceremony will be held on October 30th Saturday and Katina Robe Ceremony and Dana will be on October 31st Sunday.
Obituaries – Sad News
Hyacinth Wijeratne (75) veteran actress, died on July 30 in a vehicle accident. According to the police the van she was travelling in had fallen down a precipice on the Nuwara Eliya – Talawakelle road. Hyacinth played the role of the mother in many teledramas, she was popularly known as the ‘Mother of Mini screen’. She made her acting debut playing in film ‘Pembara Madu’ in 1977. Hyacinth started her acting career in theatre and later excelled in both television and cinema.
Russell Gonsal
Passed away on July 2021 at his home in Rayleigh, Essex, UK Son of Herbert and Zena Gonsal (deceased), husband of Tereska, father of Janine (Plackett) and Pauline (deceased), grandfather of Ashley, Antonia, Sam and Clara. Brother of Heather (Sekarajasingham) (deceased), Dugald Gonsal, Jean (Modder) (deceased), Alistair Gonsal, Rowenna (Western), Aloma (Civet), Cheryl (Gyi) (deceased) and Christopher Gonsal.
Denham VangrambergENHAM VANGRAMBERG – (formerly at Film Location Services) passed away on August 1, 2021. son of Gordon (late) and Mavis VanGramberg, brother of big Denham (late), Murray, Warren, Danielle, Jimmy (late) and Mickey, brother-in-law of Vilma and Rodney, father of Keshia, Natalie, Thiasha and Arrianne, papa of Katara and Yelena. Cremation was at A.F. Raymond’s Funeral Parlour. General Cemetery, Kanatte on 3rd August.
CHILLI CRABS
INGREDIENTS
2 Cooked crabs, about 1/2 lbs
1/2″ cube shrimp paste
2 cloves garlic
2 fresh red chillies, seeded or
1 teaspoon chopped chili from a jar
1/2 ” fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced
4 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 1/4 cups tomato ketchup
1 Tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 cup warm water
4 scallions, chopped to garnish cucumber
chunks and hot toast, to serve (optional)
Method
1.Remove the claws of one crab and turn it onto its back with the head facing away from you. Use your thumbs to push the body up from the main shell. Discard the stomach sac and “dead men’s fingers,” i.e. lungs and any green matter. Leave the creamy brown meat in the shell and cut the shell in half with a cleaver or very sharp knife. Cut the body section in half and crack the claws with a hard blow from a hammer or cleaver. Avoid splintering the claws. Repeat with the other crab.
2.Grind the shrimp paste, garlic,chillies and ginger to a paste with a pestle and mortar.*(I have an extra coffee grinder that is great for these small jobs)
- Heat a wok and add the oil. fry the spice paste, stirring
constantly, without browning.
Stir in the tomato ketchup, sugar and water and mix the sauce well. When just boiling, add all the crab pieces and toss in the sauce until well coated and hot. Serve in a large bowl, sprinkle with the spring onions. Place in the center of the table for every one to help themselves. Accompany this finger-licking dish with cool cucumber chunks and hot toast for mopping up the sauce, if you like.
Please email me for all your questions and requests.