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The Magnificent Lotus Tower in Colombo is a popular tourist attraction!

Past Presidents of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)(Celebrating 50 Years serving the community – Founded in 1973)

Ananda Niyerapola SLAASC Past President 2002

Jayam Rutnam SLAASC Past President 2003

Keshini Wijegoonerathna SLAASC Past President 2004/2005

Keith Ranga SLAASC Past President 2006

Chamber of CommerceAwards San Gabriel Valley Examiner2023 Business of the Year

Rutnam of the San Gabriel Valley Examiner speaks to the audience at the Glendora Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner held at the Glendora Country Club on June 28th, 2023. The “Examiner” a popular weekly newspaper which serves the foothill communities of the San Gabriel Valley, won the “top” Business of the Year Award.

Farewell to Dr. Palitha Kohona by the Foreign Ministry of China (We need more Ambassadors Like Him)

Vice Minister Sun Weidong hosted an impressive banquet in a lavishly refurbished Hutong (courtyard residence in old Beijing) to farewell departing Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona. The Vice Minister waxed eloquent on Ambassador Kohona’s impressive contribution to strengthening the bilateral relationship between China and Sri Lanka and wished him well.

“HFC Alumni Association puts on the best events” – Book Your Tables Now! Saturday, September 16th, 2023

"HFC Alumni Association puts on the best events" - Book Your Tables Now! Saturday, September 16th, 2023

SLAASC – Mobile Clinics Agreement Reached

SLAASC - Mobile Clinics Agreement Reached

President of Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC), Niroshan Kahawatte has reached an agreement with the Tri-State Community Healthcare (TSCHC) to provide medical services to the Sri Lankan community in SOCAL. TSCHC’s outreach program is designed to help enhance access to quality medical services in underserved communities. TSCHC takes an active role in community events such as health fairs and partners with organizations as SLAASC that provide adult and children services by providing health care services through Mobile Medical Clinics. Arrangements are being made to hold the first Health Care Mobile Service to the Sri Lankan Community at the Christian Church in Van Nuys. It will be followed by Mobile Services in Orange County and Riverside County. Arrangements are also underway with the UCLA Health Team to provide blood donation programs at the above locations where the health care services are provided.

At the planned locations, the community will have the opportunity of having testing carried out for Blood Pressure, Diabetes, TB, Covid and a variety of other ailments. Further

information will be provided soon. ” Photo: Mr Hasanjith, SLAASC Comm. Member, Niroshan Kahawatte President SLAASC, and Akram Manoukian, CEO (TSCH).

Ravi Gunewardena of Los Angeles Elevated to Fellow of the AIA National Organization

The Los Angeles firm of Escher Gunewardena Architecture is pleased to announce the elevation of its founding principal Ravi Gunewardena to the status of Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, one of the highest honors that the AIA awards. Ravi joined 6 new Fellows from Los Angeles to be inducted at the AIA National Convention in San Francisco on June 8, 2023. The AIA/LA announcement states, “the Fellows program was developed to elevate architects who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession and have made a significant contribution to architecture and society on a national level. Only 3% of AIA members have this distinction”. The elevation recognizes work accomplished during the past 25 years by the firm that Ravi established with his partner Frank Escher in 1997, as well as his individual contributions to the profession. Ravi is presumably only the second Sri Lankan-American architect to be admitted to the AIA’s College of Fellows. Among projects included in Ravi’s nomination were the exhibition design of “The Jeweled Isle: Art from Sri Lanka” at LACMA (2018), arguably the first major comprehensive exhibition about the Sri Lanka held at a major institution in the United States. Ravi is one of seven children of recently deceased Shelly and Lorna Gunewardena. For further information, please visit www.egarch.net.

Save the Date Blue & Gold Gala Dance April 27th, 2024 (Details to follow)

The Sri Lanka Foundation International USA invites you to Sri Lanka Day 2023!

This year they are holding the celebration virtually on their Youtube Channel youtube.com/@SLFoundationYou can join from your home or find a community organization near you to join one of their many watch parties, visit this link srilankafoundation.org/watchparty

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Chithral Sings(please click on arrow)

Jayam’s Choice “O Sole Mio” Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras, Luciano Pavarotti (Please click on arrow)

Ananda College Old Boys Association of West Coast Maroons’ Night 2023 Saturday October 21st, 2023

Ananda College Old Boys Association of West Coast Maroons' Night 2023 Saturday October 21st, 2023

Sri Lankan born Gary Anandasangaree appointed Canadian minister

Sri Lankan born Tamil MP Gary Anandasangaree has been appointed as a Cabinet Minister in the Canadian Government. Gary Anandasangaree is the son of former MP and Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) leader Veerasingham Anandasangaree. He was among seven rookie MPs who have been promoted to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Cabinet following a major reshuffling.Gary Anandasangaree was first elected in 2015 as the MP for the Toronto riding of Scarborough-Rouge Park.

On Wednesday, he was sworn in as Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations.

Nilushi Ranaweera, Sri Lanka’s first female Assistant Attorney General in Minnesota

Nilushi Ranaweera, Sri Lanka’s first female Assistant Attorney General in Minnesota

Hailing from Batapotha, Madelgamuwa, in Gampaha, the foundation for Ranweera’s educational was laid at Holy Cross College before she earned her degree from the Colombo University in 2005. Continuing her pursuit of knowledge, she crossed continents to study law at Hamlin University in Minnesota State in 2006, and later received her Juris Doctorate from Michel Hamlin Law College in 2016.Determined to embark on her journey to gain legal expertise, she underwent further specialised training under the guidance of a government judge in Minnesota, leading to her appointment as Assistant Attorney General.

Young Sri Lankans at a Birthday Celebration at The Draycott in Pacific Palisades, Ca.

Sri Lankan National Anthem Beautifully Sung by Australian (Please click on arrow)

Eranjanie Somaweera of Cypress, Ca. Celebrated Her 70th Birthday in Hawaii with grandkids Ishara, Cosmos and Susanna (Eranjanie is the wife of late Bandula Somaweera and Mom of Dilshan and Charlini)

A Virtual CI Newscaster (Please click on arrow)

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Creating automobile history in Sri Lanka Homegrown Electric car ‘Mo

Haycarb launches ground-breaking ESG Roadmap “Activate” on 50th Anniversary

Haycarb PLC Managing Director Rajitha Kariyawasan (left) presenting the ACTIVATE ESG framework to Haycarb PLC and parent Company Hayleys PLC Chairman Mohan Pandithage (centre) in the presence of Haycarb Deputy Managing Director Brahman Balaratnarajah

First Sri Lankan Born Woman Aussie MP

The first Sri Lanka born woman to be elected to Australia’s Federal Parliament in Canberra was in Colombo recently.Cassandra Fernando (35) migrated with her parents to Australia at the age of 11 and grew up in Dandenong, Southeast of Melbourne, North Victoria.There she worked at Woolworths in Dandenong Plaza for around 15 years, including as a pastry chef. She was educated at William Angliss Institute, Box Hill Institute. Representing workers in the retail and fast-food industries. Cassandra is currently the Labour MP for the Division of Holt since the 2022 federal election. Cassandra’s story would undoubtedly inspire and drive many young people both in Sri Lanka and elsewhere. Being a member of a country’s influential political party at such a young age is a challenging task for many of us.

Srimath Indrajith Liyanage Shines Bright

Srimath Indrajith Liyanage was bestowed with an award by veteran artiste Jeevan Kumaranatunga during the prestigious Amaraneeya Jothi Commemoration, which was organized by the Kala Sith Roo Kala Foundation. As a versatile communicator, Liyanage has showcased his writing talents as a subeditor for prominent publications like Dinamina, Silumina, Tharuni, and Yovun Janatha. Furthermore, he has made remarkable contributions to the realm of radio dramas, television soaps, and films. His prowess on the stage has also earned him a devoted following.

Paris’s ‘Best Baguette’ Baker Selvarajah in Colombo

Sri Lankan Baker Tharshan Selvarajah who won Paris’s ‘Best Baguette’ award for 2023 arrived in Colombo. The prize was 4,000 Euros and a year-long contract to supply baguettes to the President of France at the Élysée Palace. Tharshan Selvarajah, a resident of Thellipalai in Jaffna, arrived in Sri Lanka with his wife and children for a three-week visit. He told the media at the BIA premises that he went to France in 2016. He said that he didn’t know to speak French and how to work in a bakery when he arrived in France. However, he managed to join at Au Levain des Pyrénées on the eastern side of Paris .The owner is a very friendly person. He taught me French as well as the bakery industry. Now the owner is 70 years and I have been able to purchase that bakery three years back.

“The winner takes it all” ABBA Piano cover by Thaminie Perera (Please click on arrow)

A Musical Evening with Lakruwani Saturday January 20th, 2023

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo August 3rd, 2023 (Please click on arrow)

Yeehaw! Asia’s only cowboy rides his steed into our show today, a long-time investor is confident, a spiritual artist is on a Yatra, elephant gatherings, old castles, sun bears, an underperforming interim budget & much more!

Obituaries – Sad News

Dr. Asoka Jayaweera (83), Prominent California Cardiologist, of La Verne, Ca. passed away August 3rd 2023. Asoka was the beloved husband of the late Shantha Jayaweera for 54 years, the loving father of Ashan, Surya, and grandfather to Kaylee-Anna, Everett, Sorin, Alexandra, and Landrum.Funeral Arrangements are pending.

Srimal Abeyewardene (79) passed away in Toronto, Canada. (Editor, The Sri Lanka Reporter – Canada & former Daily News / Sunday Observer / Daily Mirror / Sunday Times – Journalist) – Son of late Felix Abeyewardene and late Thelma Abeyewardene, loving husband of Malkanthie Abeyewardene (Canada), loving father of Kshanika Abeyewardene (Sri Lanka), Mahesh Felix Christopher Abeyewardene (Canada), father-in-law of Renil Fernando, Mahisha Abeyewardene, brother of Rohini Fernando, Senaka Colombage, late Dilrukshi Rajapakse, Ayomi Nanayakkara, brother-in-law of Shirley Fernando, Ranjith Nanayakkara, Preethi Silva, and late Nimal Rajapakse, grand-father of Manesha, Athila and Lakshman. Cremation was at Highland Hills Crematorium. “May his soul Rest in Peace”

Dr. Anton (Navam) Chinniah (80) Respected Pulmonologist of Bridgeport, Connecticut passed away on August 3rd, 2023. Beloved husband of Sriani. Father of Kishani Chinniah-Moreno, Nilanthi Motsenigos and Sharmali Commodore. Navam was a past pupil of St. Joseph’s College, Colombo. A Catholic Mass and burial will be celebrated on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 11 a.m. at St. Theresa’s Church, 5301 Main St., Trumbull. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Trumbull. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull.

Leonard Panambalana – (Retired Secretary – Ministry of Health). Husband of Quinzie, father of Malkanthi and Lal, Chandi and Primal, Dushi and Manilal and grandfather of Cisholi, Chehani, Ashanya, Janek, Maneka, Dineeka, Mithraka and Dhruvik, son of the late Sylvester and Josephine Panamlabalana, brother of late Harry, late Kingsley, Pauline, Alan and late Christo, uncle of Robert and Mohan, passed away. Cremation was on August 5, 2023 at the General Cemetery Kanatte.

Anton’s Swan Song by Lal Wickrematunge

How does one capture in a few paragraphs thirty-three years of unparalleled service to a community? Impossible and grossly inadequate but let me try, Anton Swan’s colossal effort must not go unrecorded. I had the pleasure of meeting Anton Swan in 2015 on being appointed Consul General of Sri Lanka for New South Wales and Queensland. He was by then a veteran and more so a legend. Being a rookie at Diplomacy it took me a few weeks before I could drum up the courage to telephone him.I knew that Anton had by then seen many a High Commissioner and Consuls General come and go. I finally did call him. ” Anton Swan speaking,” he said. I stood up from my chair and words betrayed me. I stuttered and stammered, finally saying who I was. ” How have you settled in? ” he asked. After the usual pleasantries, I asked Anton when I could visit Queensland. He consulted his diary and given his busy commitments gave me months’ notice. I did visit Brisbane and what a delight it was to meet with the great man, Bronwyn, his genial wife, and his family. Anton explained in minute detail the plethora of difficulties he had in getting quick responses from the Consulate in Sydney which placed him in difficulty as he was the point person in Queensland and those who sought his services were not interested in the internal administrative maneuvers. Queensland, covering a large geographical area, did pose a problem for Anton, as a person arriving from a far-flung post had to get his/her problem solved with one visit.This was not lost on me and I tried my best to accommodate him. Anton was efficient, diligent, and focussed. He knew his fold and they loved him in return. Being born a Burgher, he did not possess a single mean bone in his body and rallied the varying communities as Sri Lankans first and Sri Lankans last. He had by then identified the movers and shakers whom he could call on to help him organise varying functions to perfection. These were not ” One-Offs”, as he did so for 33 years, speaks volumes of his staying power. Quite unparalleled in the history of Sri Lankan Diplomatic history and perhaps in the world. Nothing lasts forever and Anton finally decided to hang up his boots. There were many instances when he felt that it was time to retire but Colombo would not have none of it. Anton held Queensland with distinction and Colombo simply left him in place whilst the Queenslanders in return felt safe with him. He was the rock of Gibraltar in Queensland for his community as well as his colleagues from other Embassies and High Commissions. Anton’s benevolence knew no bounds. His charities were many and went unsung. A silent doer, he was. His humane nature endeared him to all who came in contact with him. I recall Anton phoning me to say that there was a young lad who was peering through his window dressed in bedraggled clothing. On inquiry he found the boy to be from Kandy and a Trinitian to boot, who had lost all andwas wandering around sleeping at railway stations till someone directed him to Anton. Anton bathed him, fed him, clothed him and gave him some money (quite a bit) and of course called me. He paid and sent him on a flight to Sydney. Members of the Trinitian community in Sydney bought him safe passage back to Colombo. Did it end there? No. Anton would call me several times thereafter to find out how the lad was doing. How does one man hold down an honorary position with high-quality performance for 33 years? I did find the answer. Anton did swim the palk strait as a young man. Though that did not take 33 years to complete, it was the stepping stone to his staying power. I spent many happy days and enjoyed the hospitality of Anton and Bron. They were memorable and joyous. Bron was the perfect foil for Anton and was equally loved by all.

Take a well-earned rest, Anton. You will be remembered for your work. But, more than that, loved by all whom you came to contact with. Those are big shoes you leave behind.

Warm wishes

Lal Wickrematunge

former Consul General for New South Wales and Queensland

2015 – 2019

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

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

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)

3. 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.

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Samantha and Belle had a great time on the “Regal Princess” with new friends

Molly and Allison Foenander

Past Presidents of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)(Celebrating 50 Years serving the community – Founded in 1973)

Piyal Mataraarachchi SLAASC Past President 1998

Tony de Rosairo SLAASC Past President 1999

Palitha Pelpola SLAASC Past President 2000

Roma de Zoysa SLAASC Past President 2001

Fay and Terry Herft celebrate their 59th Wedding Anniversary on the “Regal Princess”

“Celebrating 59 years together. How the heck did I survive?

We did it together with God’s blessings. With three beautiful daughters and eight beautiful grandchildren and a great grand daughter on the way!” – Fay Herft

#RSDailyMusic: Here’s What We’re Listening to Today

Featuring artists NuAsia, Raveena Mehta, Ysoblue, Abhishek Hazarika and more

NuAsia’ s debut single ‘Quiet Violence’ and the second release cover song “Islands in the Stream” are making great strides on worldwide media, radio, streaming platforms, and as one of many was featured in Rolling Stone Magazine India. NuAsia is led by Roshan Seresinhe and includes Dhammika (DJ) Jayasinghe and Janesh Ruwanpathirana. Please stream the songs on your favorite platform. Also the media and NuAsia are very excited for the new Country-Pop original dance tune about America titled “This Country of Mine” releasing this Friday July 28th.

Janaka Palapathwala

“Welcome to my World” of Jim Reeves 100th at Northridge Womens Club in California

Carl Fernando and wife Ertha Had a reunion of family in Arbon, Suisse

Jayam and Gina and grand kids dinner of Thai food with cousin Ami and Paul David in Queensway, London

Jayam and Gina with Samantha and Belle, Moira James and Duleep and Malkanthi Jayatilaka in the lobby of Hotel in London

Lunch with New Zealand Billionaire Owen Glenn at Hakkasan in Mayfair, London seeing him after 20 years!

Ken Hamer travelled from Kent to Hayes in London to see us. Niran and Indrajith Perera cooked up a tasty stringhopper feed!

The Sri Lanka Foundation International USA invites you to Sri Lanka Day 2023!

This year they are holding the celebration virtually on their Youtube Channel youtube.com/@SLFoundation

You can join from your home or find a community organization near you to join one of their many watch parties, visit this link srilankafoundation.org/watchparty

At the World Premiere of MISSION IMPOSSIBLE in Colombo, Sri Lanka Chandran and Nihara Rutnam, Rene and Iswari CamouRene and Iswari Camo

Sunethra Gunawardene Celebrated her 74th birthday at Nobu in Newport Beach. Good friend Claudia, Sunethra, Janinda and Mike Gunawardene

Cruising on the “Regal Princess” to the British Isles

Suba and Alex Perera of Chino Hills, Ca.

Samantha, Gina, Jayam and Belle

Ann Schumacher and Fay

Fay and Gina at the Vault Bar at the Marmarosh Hotel in Bucharest, Romania

Lunch with our guide/driver at a restaurant outside Count Dracula’s Bran Castle in Transilvania, Romania

Jeevo Concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, Ca.

The Jeevo Concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Beautiful event. Took mom since she is the biggest fan of art and music to experience the first Sri Lankan-American artist to perform at Walt Disney concert hall, Rajeev Nandakumaran.

Walt Disney Concert hall admin have informed, there were close to 1800 attendees and the largest audience for a local artist. – Aruni Boteju

Musaeus College Student Inuki Jayaweera represents Sri Lanka in Malaysia Billie Jean King Cup/Asia Oceania Group II

Jayam’s Choice “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga (Please click on arrow)

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Summer Holiday in Sri Lanka Los Angeles Cousins – Johns, Camous, Sagadavans, Lenanders, Sassanis, Bacons, Beys etc.

My Funny Valentine – Beautiful! (Please click on arow)

“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo July 20th, 2023

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It’s proving to be a packed programme! Welcome to Kaleidoscope. The dog days may have just begun! Also it’s about Riverston while we dive into Sri Lanka’s standing with the IMF & the world of imported fish, give a child a meal, check out the world’s best buildings, repurpose old things, take a flying race, become a transformer, take a leaf from France & check the market sketch.

Obituaries – Sad News

Merrill J. Fernando (93) The founder of popular Sri Lankan tea company Dilmah has died in Colombo. He was surrounded by his sons and grandchildren when he passed away on July 20th, 2023. He was known for his iconic ‘do try it’ slogan. The founder had helped create the brand’s first Single Origin Tea in 1988, and worked up until he was 91. He also founded the Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation, which supports youth, entrepreneurs, community organisations, incarcerated people and war widows in Sri Lanka. His son, Malik J Fernando, shared a heartfelt tribute to his father on LinkedIn. ‘He was such a towering figure in our lives; we never thought he would leave us,’ he wrote.

Jermyn Fernando passed away in Colombo, Sri Lanka on July 15, 2023. Brother of Locksley Fernando of Los Angeles, Ca. Former Manager of Fountain Cafe. At the time of passing away he was the most senior Lion in the Colombo Lions Club. Past pupil of

St. Joseph’s College, Colombo.

His funeral was at Kanatte on July 17, 2023.

Joe (Nage) Victoria – Passed away in Sri Lanka. Husband of Swarna (deceased) and son Luckshan (deceased), brother of Selve, Mirani, late Raj, Wije, Mahe and Agnes. Remains were at Western Florists Funeral Parlour, Negombo. Burial was on 22nd July 22, 2023. at Raddoluwa Cemetery .

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

Warm chickpea salad with chili and lime dressing

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 yellow(brown onion), finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/3 cups (14 oz/440g) drained, canned chickpeas
juice of two limes
1/4 cup (2 fl oz/160ml) chili oil
1/2 cup (3/4 oz/20g) fresh cilantro (fresh coriander leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper
crusty bread, warmed, for serving

METHOD.

Heat oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft,3-5 minutes. Add chickpeas and stir until heated through,about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low,add lime juice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add chilli oil and cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with bread.

Serves 4.

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Happy St Patrick’s Day March 17, 2023 (erin go bragh)

Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)

Celebrates 50 Years in 2023

Raja de Silva – President 1975

During his SLAASC presidency, Raja de Silva’s involvement with the Los Angeles City Council and Mayor Tom Bradley helped promote Sri Lankan heritage and culture. He

helped improve SLAASC newsletter with his graphic design knowledge. Raja contributed multiple poems and articles for the SLAASC newsletter. Raja was a past pupil of

St. Peter’s College and was very involved in the Past Pupil’s Association in California. Raja managed the Graphics design division for the Automobile Association of America. Raja de Silva passed away in 2011. Raja’s wife Chinta and children Manomi and Niran were all very involved with the association.

Harry Hatharasinghe

Harry Hatharasinghe was a Committee Member of the SLAASC for many years and served in the Committees of

Jayam Rutnam, Anthony de Silva, Raja de Silva and Rajah Rutnam. This hard working gentleman was opposed to being President, but he worked hard in furthering the goals of the SLAASC. One of his major feats was organizing the

first perehera in the USA in 1974. Harry and his wife Sudharma, performed as dancers, drummers and actors at various functions including the PATA Conference at the Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles. They were also responsible for teaching Sri Lankan cultural dancing to the community in Los Angeles.

The Ceylon America Association of Southern California Makes History in 1974

The First Perehera in America

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The first Perehera in the United States was held at the Lotus Festival in Echo Park, Los Angeles in 1974. Organized and produced by Harry Hatharasinghe, his wife Suddharma, his sons Rohan, Roshan and Rabi as well as numerous people in the community. The event was televised by NBC’s Paul Moyer and Kelly Lange. Chandra Hathotuwegama was the Nilame, Roshan Hatharasinghe and Rohan Gunewardena were Kandyan dancers, Niran de Silva led the procession, Baskran Panchadsaram was the Kawadi dancer. Ravi Gunewardena, Rohan and Rabi Hatharasinghe, Manomi de Silva and many others participated. The Perehera was attended by thousands of spectators as you can see in the video.

Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura’s Acclaimed Teledrama ‘Kunchanada’ Will Feature on Sirasa TV Beginning March 20.

Shot on location, award-winning Sri Lankan director Christy Shelton’s Kunchanada (elephant trumpet) is a tribute to daughter Sarah’s enduring love for the gentle giants of this world by her parents, Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura, the producers. The resulting forty-episode masterpiece grapples with the rough currents of the elephant-human conflict enacted daily on the rural landscapes of Sri Lanka. This timely yet timeless story is so wonderfully told through Indika Atthanayaka’s expert lens, accompanied by music director Kapila Poogala Arachchi’s cascading score, and it is easy to soak in the story’s emotions, the naturalistic performances of a legendary cast led by Sriyani Amerasena, and the familiar sounds of Sri Lankan villages. This must-watch series will begin featuring on Sirasa TV beginning March 20th at 7.30.

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75th Anniversary of Sri Lanka’s Independence Celebrated in Los Angeles

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Sri Lanka in the spotlight at Top Model of the World

Sadani Peiris has all the qualities for ‘Top Model of the World’, published – Charisma, Confidence, Eloquent Speech, and a Winning Attitude.Sadani has done Sri Lanka proud by taking the second runners-up position (third) in the finals, held in Egypt. The title of Top Model of the Word went to Mexico, with Colombia coming in second. Sadani has been signed by Toabh Creative Model Management Pvt. Ltd., in India – a top international agency that represents international models.

Enthusiastic response to the Tourism Promotion Event held at the Embassy, Beijing

Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Beijing, China hosted a very successful Tourism Promotion event at the Embassy premises, attended by approximately 100 Tour Operators, Agencies, Service Providers, Media and Government Representatives. The gathering was addressed by the Ambassador, Dr. Palitha Kohona, the Minister Counselor, Nalika Kodikara, Chairman of the Tourism Promotion Bureau, Chalaka Gajabahu, President of SLAITO, Nishad Wijethunga, President of the Hotels Association, M. Shanthikumar and Managing Director of Spring Travel, Yang Yang. They highlighted the unique attractions of Sri Lanka and encouraged the tour operators and the media to assist in promoting visits to Sri Lanka. There was a question and answer session also.

“Ordinary Magic 1993” Starring Ryan Reynolds and Paul Anka Filmed in Sri Lanka in 1993 (Please click on arrow)

Local Elvis Janaka Palapathwala to do it in the US

Janaka Palapathwala is very much in the news these days, and his local shows have been crowd-pullers. Janaka recreates the Elvis Presley era, through song, and presentation, and that has made him extremely popular with those who still love the music of the late king of rock ‘n’ roll. “Dates in Toronto, Canada, Washington DC, and New York, are in place. Texas and Minnesota are confirmed but not the dates, as yet. “I’m only waiting for confirmation from LA and San Francisco and then we can finalise the itinerary.

Arya and Yara’s Birthday Party at Adventure City, Ca.

On February 24th, 2023 Charles Schokman of Australia Celebrated his 94th Birthday.

Here With His Furry Friend Kira.

Happy Birthday Charles

Classical and Cool 2023 – Gehan Cooray

A moment from my CLASSICAL AND COOL charity fundraiser concert last weekend, captured by Ramesh Malintha. I really don’t think Torgeir Kinne Solsvik and I could have been *ANY MORE ECSTATIC* about the way our concert unfolded!!!!!! It was a HEAVENLY NIGHT. At Bishop’s College.

Sheraton Kosgoda Celebrates 3 Years

Managed by the world largest hospitality group Marriott International, the Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort, is the first Sheraton property to open in Sri Lanka. The resort has been in operation since February 2020 and has welcomed many local and International travellers from all over the world. Only 90 minutes away from Colombo, the resort is nestled in picturesque Kosgoda, known for its sea turtle conservation project and pristine beach with dreamy sunsets.

Clarendon Foundation Fundraiser at the Omni Hotel, Los Angeles

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Jayam’s Choice “Chances Are” by Johnny Mathis(Please click on arrow)

Book Your Dream Cruise Now Niro World Cruises in Los Angeles

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Gem Mining in Sri Lanka – a Risky Business

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Sinhala and Tamil New Year

Woodley Park, Van Nuys, Ca.

Saturday April 15th – Keep the date free!

Shivantha Wijesinha “Breathe” (Official Music Video)

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Samantha Weerasinghe Gunther and Thaminie Weerasinghe Perera – Cousins in California

Shangri-La Colombo hosts Michelin-starred dining with Chef Larry Jayasekera

Shangri-La Colombo welcomes Sri Lankan culinary sensation in the form of One Starred Michelin Chef Larry Jayasekera to host three exclusive dining events where guests can experience first-hand his celebrated gastronomic flair.

Culinary Collaborations at Shangri-La Colombo is a series showcasing personalities in the culinary arts, exchanging ideas, and offering gastronomic delights to its valued patrons. To mark Shangri-La Colombo’s 5th anniversary this event featuring Chef Larry will be Volume Three of the series. Chef Larry’s variety of mouth-watering delectable dishes will be paired to perfection by Sommelier Elvis Ziakos, who has been named Sommelier of The Year – UK.

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo March 10th, 2023

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Happy International Women’s Day this week as we focus on women in insurance, a molecular geneticist who’s the Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, inequity in jobs and pay, check out the IFC’s stance on Sri Lanka, the changed Toblerone, some fab underwater images for World Wildlife Day and give glam status to women of any age.

Obituaries – Sad News

Rita Bernadine Thangarajah,

retired teacher, Pandatteruppu, Sri Lanka, went to be with the Lord on January 26th 2023 in Sydney, Australia. Daughter of the late Sam and Annam Rutnam. Beloved wife of late William Thangarajah, loving mother of Shirubthy, Irene, Christine, and Carolyn. Mother-in-law of Suhen Setukavalar, Rohan Bartlett, Kenneth Gunasureshan and Nesan Nesaraj. Grandmother of Naomi and Nathan, Esther and Joel, Matthew and Mark, Rachel and Ruth. Sister of the late Anton Seevaratnam, James Rutnam, Rani Arnold and Shanthi Rajaratnam.

Rita Bernadine Thangarajah, A celebration of her life was held on February 1st 2023 at Merrylands Baptist Church, Merrylands, NSW 2160.

Christopher Royston Ellis (82) is an English novelist, travel writer and erstwhile beat poet. He passed away at his home in Kaikawala, Sri Lanka on February 26, 2023. Royston’s funeral was held on February 28, 2023 at Maddewela crematorium, Bentota. May his Soul Rest In Peace!.

Olga Fernando – (Retired teacher, St. Joseph’s College, Colombo). Sister of Priyani and late Brig. George, Rita, Alfred, Major. Boniface and Remigius. Sister-in-law of Angelo, Shirani, and late Mallika, Wifred and Emelda. Burial was at General Cemetery, Mount Lavinia on February 3rd 2023.

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

Belizean Meat Pie….

Ingredients

Pastry

2/4 Cups All purpose Flour

1 tspn. Salt

1/2 Cup Shortening

1 Egg

2/3 Cup water

Filling

1/2 lb. ground Beef

1/2 tspn. salt 1/2 tspn. Black Pepper

1/2 tspn. Thyme

1/4 cup Onion finely chopped

1 clove Garlic, finely chopped

1/4 Cup Green Bell Pepper Wocestershire

1 Tbs. Ketchup

1 1/2 cup Water

1 TBS Cornstarch 1 TBS Water

Habanero (finely chopped optional)

Bake at 375 degreesF for 25 minutes.

This Recipe makes 12 Servings

For any questions OR Requests please email me

romadezoysa1@gmail.com

Wild Leopard in the Jungles of Sri Lanka

(Preserve our Beautiful Natural Sri Lankan Heritage)

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Fiona Chandiram Ladies Golf Team Wins ‘Vijay Amritraj Cup’

Team USA, ‘Par Tee ladies’, with Fiona Emersely Chandiram in the center, receiving the ‘Vijay Amritraj Cup’ from tennis legend Vijay Amritraj.

Sue Sirisena, Jeanne Page Mather, Shymala Amritraj and Fiona Emersely Chandiram. Sri Lankan American, Fiona Emersely Chandiram led her team of eight lady Golfers, Team USA – ‘Par Tee Ladies’, to victory at the Vijay Amritraj Foundation charity golf invitational 2022, for the ‘Vijay Amritraj Cup’, at the Porter Valley Country Club, in Los Angeles. Fiona is an alumni of Methodist College, Colombo and the school Games Captain. Team USA, ‘Par Tee Ladies’, had the highest stableford points amongst the eleven teams of 88 golfers. Teams competing included five teams representing India, three USA teams, two teams representing Sri Lanka, led by Nick Perera and Naresh Moonesinghe and one team representing Mexico. Golf was followed with dinner and the awards presented by Vijay Amritraj, also of movie fame, as an actor in movies, including Star Trek and James Bond, ‘Octopussy’.

Sri Lanka Foundation’s Awards Ceremony was Spectacular!

(Photos by Andy Samarasena Photography)

The Sri Lanka Foundation’s Awards Ceremony Gala was held at the Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Ca. on November 13th, 2022. Here is Chairman and Founder of the SLF Dr. Walter Jayasinghe, wife Aeshea Jayasinghe, President Dr. Dishan Jayasinghe and wife Zuigly Jayasinghe.

(The Sri Lanka Foundation’s Awards Ceremony was organized by Shirani Stanislaus and her Team who put on a spectacular show). The MC’s were Achala Weerasinghe, Sajee Perera and Thivanka Kurera.

Mohan Chandramohan presents the Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Cardiac Surgery, and Biomedical Engineering to Professor Ajit Yoganathan.

Jayam Rutnam presents the Lifetime Achievement Award to

Professor Asgerally (Asgi) Fazleabas, for his excellence in the Research of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology.

Dr. Walter Jayasinghe presents the Outstanding Community Service Award for his excellence as an Infectious Disease Specialist in Covid Guidelines, Vaccines, Therapeutics, and Community Service to Dr. Deepthi Jayasekara.

The Years Biggest Musical Show is on Saturday, December 10th, 2022

Don’t Miss It!

(Thusitha and Sudarshani’s 32nd Production)

Thomian Alumni of California Dinner Dance

Keep the Date Free!

Saturday April 22nd, 2023 at the Hilton in Glendale, Ca.

Sanjiv Gunasekara presents the Outstanding Performance by a Young Professional Award for her excellence as a singer, dancer, model, and Actress to Talin Silva.reSri Lanka Foundation’s Award Ceremony …..continued

Munir Akbar presents the Rising Star Award to Dr. Zainab Ifthikar for her excellence in Philanthropic Endeavors, Academic Achievement, and as an author.

Dr. Nandasiri Jasentuliyana presents the Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence in Technology, and Electrical Engineering to Dr. Yasantha Rajakarunanayake.

Dr. Sarath Gunapala presents the Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence as an Internationally Recognized Researcher, Academic, and Engineer to Professor Tissa H. Illangasekare.

Dr. Dishan Jayasinghe presents the Outstanding Community ServiceAward for excellence in Research and Clinical Work in HIV/HCV and Covid -19 Disaster Relief, and Humanitarian Work to Professor Dushyantha Jayaweera.

Dr. Walter Jayasinghe presents the Sriamerican of the year Award for excellence as an Artist, Humanitarian, and Community Leadership to Keith Ranga.

Dr. Walter Jayasinghe presents the President’s Award for excellence in Exceptional Philanthropic Services for the Betterment of the Sri Lankan Community to Priyalal Kurera.

Professor Sivalingam Sivananthan presents the Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence as an Eminent Scholar, Diplomat, Professor, and Author to Professor Patrick Mendis.

Rohan Sourjah presents the Outstanding Performance by a Young Professional Award for excellence as a World Renowned Musician, Entrepreneur, Producer, and Philanthropist to Amith Boteju.

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The Sri Lanka Foundation Academy of Performing Arts Dance Group put on a fabulous show.

Dr. Walter and Aeshea Jayasinghe with Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura.

Dr. Deepthi and Roshani Jayasekara with their son and daughter.

Tissa and Sheila Atapattu with Habiba Akbar and friend.

Suba and Alex Perera of Chino Hills, Ca.

Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura, Dr. Sarath and Vajira Gunapala and friends.

President of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC) Sam Kurera, with friends.The SLAASC celebrates 50 years in 2023.

The very talented Talin Silva entertained the guests.

Some of the presenters included Dr. Walter Jayasinghe, Professor Siva Sivananthan, Dr. Nandasiri Jasentuliyana,

Dr. Sarath Gunapala, Mohan Chandramohan, Jayam Rutnam and Dr. Dishan Jayasinghe.

The fantastic Fashion Show was organized by Achala Weerasinghe. Above are all the models.

Producer/Choreographer Achala Weerasinghe takes a bow!

Model Minori Itoh

Model Gavin Rutnam

Model Rukee Shyanne

(there were many more fine models)

Morina Dass, Ms. California

Gethsemane’s 2022 ‘Clyde Carols By Candlelight’ Television Spectacular.

Hosted by Kerrigan La-Brooy.

(Launches in Melbourne Australia on Sat Dec 17th from 7.30 – 9.30 pm AEDT – Australian Eastern Daylight Time.)

Gethsemane TV:

https://www.gethsemane.com.au/gethsemane-tv/

Channel 31:

https://ctvplus.org.au/content/melbourne-live

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Good News From Jayam – November 15, 2022 – By Jayam Rutnam

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You Can’t Beat the Sri Lankan Smile

Prestigious Sri Lanka Foundation Awards Ceremony on Sunday, 13th November at Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Ca.

The Sri Lanka Foundation International Awards, honouring excellence among the Sri Lankan expatriates will take place on November 13 in Los Angeles in the United States.

The ceremony recognising those in the Sri Lankan expatriate community whose work has had an essential impact on the lives of their contemporaries dates back to 2003 and continues to be the most prestigious event among

Sri Lankan expatriates from around the world. The aim of the ceremony is to make the awardees feel that their work is valued. It also shows approval and gratitude for their creativity and outstanding achievements and makes the broader community of Sri Lankans aware of their accomplishments. It serves to inspire the younger generation to achieve excellence in their chosen fields.

(Excerpt from article in Sunday Observer by Nandi Jasentuliyana)

President Ranil Wickremesinghe Addresses the China International Import Expo

President Ranil Wickremesinghe was the first speaker after President Xi Jinping to address, on line, the well attended and highly prestigious 5th China International Import Expo CIIE and the Hongqiao Economic Forum Opening Ceremony. In addition to the President of Sri Lanka, the opening ceremony was addressed by the heads of State of Mauritania, Mozambique, Belarus, Guyana, Solomon Islands, and the Director General of the World trade Organisation, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, and the Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization. Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona represented Sri Lanka at the ceremony.

Launch of New U.S. Embassy in Colombo

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung, and the U.S. Department of State’s Under Secretary for Management John Bass officially opened the new U.S. Embassy on Galle Road in a festive event that included officials and private citizens from both countries. “It was a great honor to celebrate our new Embassy in the presence of the President of Sri Lanka, honored guests, and colleagues,” said U.S. Ambassador Chung. “We have had an embassy in Colombo since Sri Lanka’s independence in 1948, and the new campus symbolizes our enduring partnership with Sri Lanka.”

Investment Promotion State Minister

Dilum Amunugama Inspects Port City Colombo with Raja Edirisuriya, Executive Project Management Director

Past Presidents of the SLAASC

met to plan Celebrations of 50th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)

(Founded in 1973)

Lotus Tower and Port City

are Revenue Generators

Two iconic projects in South Asia, the Colombo Port City and the Lotus Tower are turning out to be major revenue generators for Sri Lanka. The Lotus Tower which was living on handouts doled out by the Treasury has reversed this negative trend and is now earning revenue not only in rupees but in foreign currency as well. Since its opening a few months ago it has netted in almost Rs. 1 billion erasing the myth that it was a white elephant. The Colombo Port city too is generating income through several leisure projects that have begun operations. Several new investors have expressed interest in investing and the next historic landmark of the Port City will be South Asia’s largest Duty Free shop that will be opened in April next year.

SriLankan Airlines

Miss Tourism World 2022 Grand Finale

Sri Lanka will host the much awaited Grand Finale of the ‘Miss Tourism World 2022’ worldwide pageant in December 2022. Eighty beauties, winners of their National Pageants will vie for the Miss Tourism World 2022 title. The contest commences on December 8 and will conclude with the Grand Finale on December 21. Komangodage Thilini Kumari, Miss Sri Lanka for Miss Tourism World 2022 will represent Sri Lanka.

Samantha and Cole were cowboys for Halloween in Glendora, Ca.

Cargills Food City Opens its 500th Outlet

Home-grown Sri Lankan brand, Cargills FoodCity, achieved another milestone with the opening of its 500th retail outlet while also marking its 39th anniversary – since opening the first outlet in 1983. The latest outlet was opened in Battaramulla. Cargills Deputy Chairman Ranjit Page, speaks at the event. The company is the single largest collector of fresh produce, sourcing fresh fruits and vegetables from a network of over 5000 farmers and contributes over 4 per cent of the national production in fruits and vegetables. It is also the largest collector of fresh milk in Sri Lanka and hopes to enter the field of inland fisheries.

Roger and Helen Weerasinghe of

Simi Valley, Ca. celebrated Halloween on the Cruise Ship ‘Carnival Radiance’ recently

Work on $789 m Colombo West International Terminal begins at Colombo Port

The construction work of the newly built West Terminal of Colombo Port(CWIT) commenced under the patronage of the Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation Nimal Siripala de Silva. Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Gopal Bagle participated in this event as a special guest. The ministry emphasizes that this entire project will cost 789 million US dollars. 51% of this total investment belongs to Adani, 34% to John Keels, and 15% to Sri Lanka Ports Authority. The length of the jetty constructed under this project is 1,400 meters. The total terminal area is 65 hectares. The container capacity of this terminal is 3 million.

Sri Lanka on show

at World Travel Market London

The Sri Lanka pavilion at WTM was declared opened by Tourism and Lands Minister Harin Fernando, along with High Commissioner in UK Saroja Sirisena, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau Chairman Chalaka Gajabahu, Sri Lanka Conventions Bureau Chairman Thisum Jayasuriya, SLTPB Director Marketing Dushan Wickramasuriya, senior officials from the High Commission and industry partners.

Jayam’s Choice Englebert Humperdinck Friend to many Sri Lankans in Los Angeles, Ca. (Please click on arrow)

First Sri Lankan female singer in Solo Concert Lakruwani Fernando

in North Hollywood, Ca.

Felicitation of Dr. Harold Gunatillake in the Pioneer Room of the Castle Grand in Sydney, Australia (Please click on arrow)

Happy 10th Birthday Maddy Rose

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Sri Lankan Girl Happy to Play for Australia

A Sri Lankan table tennis player Sanaya Buddhadasa has won a place in the Australian youth team to play in the World Youth Table Tennis Championship scheduled to be held in Tunisia from December 4 to 11. She will represent Australia in the Under-19 singles, doubles and mixed doubles at the meet in Tunisia. “When I came to Australia I wanted to become a national champion here and my dream is to represent Australia in the Olympics. I am happy to be the number one ranked player in the Under-17 and 19 categories at the moment,” said Sanaya.

Wildlife Film Maker Makes History

Thivanka Perera’s “Sri Lanka Leopard Dynasty” to be telecast on National Geographic’s “Natgeo”

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This is a first time genuine news from Srilankan wildlife Film making. ‘Sri Lanka Leopard Dynasty’ Produced by THIVANKA RUKSHAN PERERA on behalf of AEGLE CREATIONS PVT LTD. SRI LANKA, will Première Telecast on NatGeo – WILD from 13th Nov 2022.

Miss Sri Lanka New York Contest in Staten Island, New York

(Photos by Moran Moran)

Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo November 11th, 2022

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Some bullets of what we have on Kaleidoscope –

World’s largest economy-USA
Corporate earnings to drop
Growing trade
Permacrisis
Chefs with skill
Race The Pearl
Plus-size ballerinas
Stock, oil & gold prices

And lots more!

Obituaries – Sad News

Sonia Alagoda (85)

Beloved Mother of Deshan Atapattu and Sonali

Perera. Mother-in-law of Yeni and Nick. Loving Grand Mother of Ashley and Brandon. Daughter of the late Frank and the late Laetitia Alagoda. Loving Sister of the late Gloria Weerakoon, the late Deanna Nanayakkara, and Frank Daya Alagoda.

Visitation

Tuesday, November 15, 2022. 3:30 PM – 7: 30PM

Gates, Kingsley& Gates Praiswater Mortuary,

6909 Canoga Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91303

Funeral Service

Thursday November 17, 2022. 10: 00 AM

St Andrew & St Charles Episcopal Church

16651 Rinaldi St, Granada Hills, CA 91344

Interment

Thursday, November 17, 2022. 12 Noon

Oakwood Memorial Park and Cemetery

22601 Lassen St, Chatsworth CA 91311

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Andrew and Charles food pantry.

http://www.2saints.org/donations-and-pledges

Iresha de Silva passed away recently in Los Angeles, Ca. Funeral Service was at La Mirada, Ca. on November 3rd 2022.

Bashid Ahmed Karamali (90), passed away on October 28th in Massachussets, USA. Husband of Yvonne Karamali (nee Gunasekara). Son-in-law of the late Fred and Daisy Gunasekara, of “Woodlands” Ethul Kotte. Brother-in-law of the late Siri Rupesinghe, Freda Weerasinghe, Grace Samarasinghe, Ruth Wijesinghe, Frederick Gunasekara and Charles Gunasekara. Father of Riaz Karamali, Dilara Hafiz and Nahid Markosian. Bashir retired from the IMF, WA. DC., as Asst Director of the Middle Eastern Dept., at the early age of 56. 20 Bayon Drive, Apt 215, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA by karamali@icloud. com.

Mrs Thelma Thiedeman of Glen Waverley, Victoria, passed away on October 30, 2022. Wife of late Lieut. Cdr. Noel Thiedeman, R.Cy.N. retd., The President, S L E S A Requests inform retd. Sri Lanka Naval Officers and Naval Association.

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

Jalapeno and Shrimp Salad

Ingredients

1 iceberg lettuce, separated into leaves,

or assorted leaves

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup sour cream

12 ounces cooked shrimp, chopped

1/2 cup chopped green beans

1/2 cup chopped cooked carrots

1/2 cucumber, about 4 ounces chopped

2 hard- cooked eggs coarsely chopped

1 drained pickled jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

salt

Method

1.Line a large salad bowl or platter with the lettuce

leaves. Stir together the mayonnaise and sour cream

and set aside.

2.Combine the shrimp, beans, carrot, cucumber, eggs and

jalapeno, in a separate bowl. Season with salt.

3.Add the mayonnaise and sour cream mixture to the

shrimp, folding it very gently, so that all the ingredients

are well mixed and coated with the dressing. Pile the

mixture into the lined salad bowl or arrange

attractively on the platter and serve with salt.

You may contact me with any questions or requests.

romadezoysa1@gmail.com

This is the Best Time to Visit

the California Desert

Indian Wells, Ca.

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The Magnificent Lotus Tower in Colombo is a popular tourist attraction!

Past Presidents of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)(Celebrating 50 Years serving the community – Founded in 1973)

Chamber of CommerceAwards San Gabriel Valley Examiner2023 Business of the Year

Farewell to Dr. Palitha Kohona by the Foreign Ministry of China (We need more Ambassadors Like Him)

“HFC Alumni Association puts on the best events” – Book Your Tables Now! Saturday, September 16th, 2023

SLAASC – Mobile Clinics Agreement Reached

Ravi Gunewardena of Los Angeles Elevated to Fellow of the AIA National Organization

Save the Date Blue & Gold Gala Dance April 27th, 2024 (Details to follow)

The Sri Lanka Foundation International USA invites you to Sri Lanka Day 2023!

Chithral Sings(please click on arrow)

Jayam’s Choice “O Sole Mio” Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras, Luciano Pavarotti (Please click on arrow)

Ananda College Old Boys Association of West Coast Maroons’ Night 2023 Saturday October 21st, 2023

Sri Lankan born Gary Anandasangaree appointed Canadian minister

Nilushi Ranaweera, Sri Lanka’s first female Assistant Attorney General in Minnesota

Young Sri Lankans at a Birthday Celebration at The Draycott in Pacific Palisades, Ca.

Sri Lankan National Anthem Beautifully Sung by Australian (Please click on arrow)

Eranjanie Somaweera of Cypress, Ca. Celebrated Her 70th Birthday in Hawaii with grandkids Ishara, Cosmos and Susanna (Eranjanie is the wife of late Bandula Somaweera and Mom of Dilshan and Charlini)

A Virtual CI Newscaster (Please click on arrow)

Creating automobile history in Sri Lanka Homegrown Electric car ‘Mo

First Sri Lankan Born Woman Aussie MP

Srimath Indrajith Liyanage Shines Bright

Paris’s ‘Best Baguette’ Baker Selvarajah in Colombo

“The winner takes it all” ABBA Piano cover by Thaminie Perera (Please click on arrow)

A Musical Evening with Lakruwani Saturday January 20th, 2023

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo August 3rd, 2023 (Please click on arrow)

Obituaries – Sad News

Anton’s Swan Song by Lal Wickrematunge

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

National Flower of Sri Lanka The Blue Lotus or Water Lilly

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Samantha and Belle had a great time on the “Regal Princess” with new friends

Molly and Allison Foenander

Past Presidents of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)(Celebrating 50 Years serving the community – Founded in 1973)

Fay and Terry Herft celebrate their 59th Wedding Anniversary on the “Regal Princess”

#RSDailyMusic: Here’s What We’re Listening to Today

Janaka Palapathwala

“Welcome to my World” of Jim Reeves 100th at Northridge Womens Club in California

Carl Fernando and wife Ertha Had a reunion of family in Arbon, Suisse

Jayam and Gina and grand kids dinner of Thai food with cousin Ami and Paul David in Queensway, London

Jayam and Gina with Samantha and Belle, Moira James and Duleep and Malkanthi Jayatilaka in the lobby of Hotel in London

Lunch with New Zealand Billionaire Owen Glenn at Hakkasan in Mayfair, London seeing him after 20 years!

Ken Hamer travelled from Kent to Hayes in London to see us. Niran and Indrajith Perera cooked up a tasty stringhopper feed!

The Sri Lanka Foundation International USA invites you to Sri Lanka Day 2023!

At the World Premiere of MISSION IMPOSSIBLE in Colombo, Sri Lanka Chandran and Nihara Rutnam, Rene and Iswari CamouRene and Iswari Camo

Sunethra Gunawardene Celebrated her 74th birthday at Nobu in Newport Beach. Good friend Claudia, Sunethra, Janinda and Mike Gunawardene

Cruising on the “Regal Princess” to the British Isles

Suba and Alex Perera of Chino Hills, Ca.

Samantha, Gina, Jayam and Belle

Ann Schumacher and Fay

Fay and Gina at the Vault Bar at the Marmarosh Hotel in Bucharest, Romania

Lunch with our guide/driver at a restaurant outside Count Dracula’s Bran Castle in Transilvania, Romania

Jeevo Concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, Ca.

Musaeus College Student Inuki Jayaweera represents Sri Lanka in Malaysia Billie Jean King Cup/Asia Oceania Group II

Jayam’s Choice “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga (Please click on arrow)

Summer Holiday in Sri Lanka Los Angeles Cousins – Johns, Camous, Sagadavans, Lenanders, Sassanis, Bacons, Beys etc.

My Funny Valentine – Beautiful! (Please click on arow)

“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo July 20th, 2023

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Obituaries – Sad News

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

The Beautiful Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo

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Happy St Patrick’s Day March 17, 2023 (erin go bragh)

Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)

Celebrates 50 Years in 2023

Raja de Silva – President 1975

Harry Hatharasinghe

The Ceylon America Association of Southern California Makes History in 1974

The First Perehera in America

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Dr. Lakshman and Thusitha Makandura’s Acclaimed Teledrama ‘Kunchanada’ Will Feature on Sirasa TV Beginning March 20.

75th Anniversary of Sri Lanka’s Independence Celebrated in Los Angeles

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Sri Lanka in the spotlight at Top Model of the World

Enthusiastic response to the Tourism Promotion Event held at the Embassy, Beijing

“Ordinary Magic 1993” Starring Ryan Reynolds and Paul Anka Filmed in Sri Lanka in 1993 (Please click on arrow)

Local Elvis Janaka Palapathwala to do it in the US