SLAASC Aluth Avurudhu

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SLAASC Aluth Avurudhu -Puthandu Celebrations

Hundreds of Sri Lankans gathered at Woodley Park in Van Nuys, Ca.

Thanks go to SLAASC President Aruna Kodagoda, Vice President Don Wijesinghe and their Committee – Good job!

(Photos by Moran Moran)

Most of the guests wore colorful traditional Sri Lankan attire. According to some of the guests. “This was the most enjoyable aluth avurudha they have been to.” Sajee and Janesh did a great job in compering and announcing the games.

H.E. The Consul General Achini Perera, Sajee Pe and proud Founder of SLAASC Jayam Rutnam. The SLAASC has been in existence for 53 years! The SLAASC is the oldest organization of its kind in the USA.

Sri Lankan model and actress Morina Dass, with Founder of Ceylon International Film Festival Santa Barbara, Aruni Boteju, famous choreographer, Palitha Kasthuriarachchi and friend who were judges.

President of SLAASC Aruna Kodagoda with pillar of the Sri Lankan community Ananda Markalanda and his wife Kalyani. Ananda was previously a Committee Member of the SLAASC.

SLAASC Committee Members Kumar and Prabha Bamunuarachchi and SLAASC Vice President Don Wijesinghe and friends. They worked hard to make the event a success.

The beautiful Darby and Haritha Rodrigo were dressed for the occasion. They made a handsome couple.

The beautiful and talented singer Lakruwani Fernando organizes the singers, while the Committee poses.

Buddhika Ekanayake of Lancaster, Ca. was previously a vice president of the SLAASC. Here with wife Cassie and kids.

A beautiful sunny, California day. Everybody had fun while they celebrated mother Lanka and its New Year!

Former President of SLAASC Palitha Pelpola, his wife Ardni who was Vice President and a Committee Member of the SLAASC, daughter Nadyenka and grand children. Palitha, along with Past Presidents, Jayam Rutnam and Past President Keshini Wijegooneratna, helped put together an amended SLAASC Constitution in 2009, which is in effect today.

Beautiful Sri Lankan girls with Sri Lankan smiles!

Showman Thusitha de Silva, SLAASC supporter and benefactor Dr. Lakshman Makandura. Thusitha recently had a concert of the famous band “Misty” in Los Angeles. This is the 45th production presented by T & S productions, Thusitha’s company.

Shipping businessman George Rutnam (Master Forwarding Network) with SLAASC Treasurer Senani Abeygoonesekera. Senani is a past president of the SLAASC.

SLAASC Past Presidents Indika Seruk Manage and Kapila Wimalaratna with Mano Cabraal and Dhammika Jayasinghe.

SLAASC Committee, Kumudini, Lakruwani, Leshanthi, Jayam, Consul General, Aruna, Don, Prabha and Kumar clasp their hands for the traditional chanting of the Buddhist monks, at the beginning of the program.

The beautiful, smiling Avurudhu Kumari and her court.

 

Leshanthi hugs one of the little contestants.

Having a great time at Woodley park.

SLAASC Committee member Prabha puts sash on the Avurudhu Kumaraya.

They danced till it became dark, 8 pm.

Thank you SLAASC for all you do for the community!

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“Your Health Deserves American Standards” St Joseph Hospital Negombo

Jayam’s Choice “Rock around the Clock” Bill Haley and the Comets (Please click on arrow)

This is how Colombo Fort Railway Station will look in 15 months: Minister

“To see this country beautifully, you need to look beautiful…! Don’t get confused, this is how we aim to see the Fort Railway Station in 15 months…! That is hope…!! A targeted program…! A program that will provide the people with a wonderful box that will fill the unfilled boxes…!” he stated. He further said that preparations for the project are expected to begin shortly, emphasizing the government’s commitment to transforming the iconic railway station within the stipulated timeframe.

130 years of St Joseph’s College, Colombo 10 “Education with purpose”

It is a pleasure to write about our Alma Mater and to thank St. Joseph, our Patron, for his guidance and protection. In Scientia et Virtute has been the motto of the College, guiding excellence in body, mind, and spirit. The College has focused on value-based education and on developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to serve the community in public and private sectors, professions, and self-employment. Students are encouraged to serve the country with discipline, commitment, and faith. The College was founded in 1896 by French missionaries led by Rev. Fr. Christopher-Ernest Bonjean, O.M.I. Today, it is one of the leading schools in Sri Lanka.

“Anchorman” 22nd Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance Friday, June 12th 2026 in Markham, Canada

45th Lotus Festival Celebrating the people and culture of Sri Lanka – Echo Park Los Angeles – July 11th and 12th

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo April 23rd, 2026 (Please click on arrow)

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Obituaries – Sad News

 

Nihal Chandra de Lanerolle – Son of late Dr. Leslie and late May,​ brother of late Rosemary Wijeyewardene,​ Ralph and late Santi,​ brother-in-law of late Ajit,​ Heather and Shiranthi,​ uncle of Trishan,​ expired in USA on 25th March 2026. His mortal remains were laid to rest on April 18th 2026 at the General Cemetery,​ Kanatte. Email: r​a​l​p​h​@​s​l​t​n​e​t​.​l​k​

Dr Raja Ameresekere – Husband of Savithri,​ father of Rajindra,​ Sherina and Sharmini,​ grandfather of Johnmark,​ Shania and Chloe,​ father-in-law of Gowri and Dinesh,​ brother of Charmaine and uncle to Kumar,​ Devaka,​ Romanthri and Nirmalee. Remains lie at A.F. Raymod’s Funeral (Parlour 1) from 24th April at 10.00 a.m. onwards. Funeral service on 25th April at 3.30 p.m.,​ followed by the cortege leaving at 4.30 p.m. for burial at Borella Cemetery (Anglican Section).

 

Surajah Perera – Husband of Anoma,​ father of Lahiru (Ooridoo Maldives) and Swendri (Ceylon Tobacco Company),​ father-in-law of Thanusha,​ grandfather of Lehan and Prihan,​ son of the late Lionel and Edith Perera,​ brother of Lasanthi,​ late Ayoma,​ Ilika,​ Lalana and late Geetha and son-in-law of the late Anson and Daya Alles. Cortege leaves residence at 3.30 p.m. on Saturday,​ 25th of April for service at Angulana Methodist Church and thereafter burial at Angulana Methodist Church Cemetery. No. 36/​1,​ Fonseka Road (off Angulana Station Road),​ Laxapathiya,​ Moratuwa.

Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen

Peking Duck with Mandarin Pancakes  Ingredients      4lb.Duckling   3 tablespoons honey  2 tablespoons water    salt   1 bunch scallions   1/2 cucumber, cut into thin finger like strips 12 Mandarin pancakes   Dipping Sauce ¼ Cup Hoisin sauce Thick soy sauce to taste   Serves 8   Bring a large pan of water to the boil and plunge in the duckling to scald the skin. Carefully lift out and drain thoroughly. Secure the legs with string and leave to drip over a bowl overnight in a cool dry place. Blend the honey, water and salt together and use to brush over the duck skin. Hang up again and leave for 2-3 hours. Repeat and leave to dry completely for another 3-4 hours.   Set the duck on a rack over a roasting pan and place in the center of a hot oven (450 F/ 230 C).   Immediately reduce the oven temperature to moderate (350 F/ 180 C) and cool for one and a quarter hours. Check that the skin is crisp (do not baste the duckling). If necessary, increase the oven temperature for the last 15 minutes. Meanwhile, remove the root from the scallions, then cut in half lengthwise. Pop in ice cold water. Prepare cucumber, drain and dry on paper towels. Prepare the Mandarin pancakes and the sauce. Carve the ducking at the table, traditionally, only the skin was eaten. But these days most people carve the skin and meat together. This is then dipped into the prepared sauce and rolled up together with some of the scallions before eating.   Mandarin Pancakes: 2 ¼ cups flour ¼ teaspoon salt 7/8 cup boiling water 3 Tablespoons peanut or sesame oil   Makes 20   Sift the flour and salt into a bowl or food processor. Gradually add sufficient boiling water and 1 tablespoon of the oil to form a soft but not sticky dough. Knead 2-3 minutes or 30 seconds in the food processor. Allow to rest for 30 minutes. Divide the dough into 20-30 pieces. Roll each evenly into 5 inch or 7 inch rounds. Brush the surface of half the rounds with oil, and sandwich pairs together. When the pancakes are ready, brush the surface of a heavy frying pan with oil. Work with two pans to speed up the process. Place the pancakes one at a time in each pan and cook over a gentle heat until the pancake is puffy but not color. Turn over and cook a further 2-3 minutes. Lift out and pull the two pancakes apart. Pile up on a plate while cooking the remainder of the pancakes. Keep hot, covered with foil. Leftover pancakes can be frozen.

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