by Lawrence Cutinha
Dubai, Sep 15: Ferarites UAE, an association of St. Francis Xavier Church, Ferar, celebrated Monti Fest, a feast of Nativity of our Blessed Virgin Mary, with great devotion on Thursday, 13th September at Bangalore Empire Restaurant, Karama in the presence of large gathering.
The program started with a welcome note by Lawrence Cutinha at 8.30 pm. Clara Fernandes, Lilly Moras and Rosetta Pereira led a short prayer service. President Leslie Fernandes welcomed all the Ferarites, in his short speech said that the main purpose of Monti Fest was to celebrate the event as one family and he recalled the monti fest memories back at home and also highlighted the good work done by the Ferarites during last 5 years. He also sent out a warm note of gratitude to all the supporters of Ferarites UAE for their valuable support towards the association.
The compere of the evening Lawrence Cutinha, kept the audience smiling with his entertaining games and jokes. The programme continued with variety entertainment such as dances and various spot games, Housie Housie and Lucky Draw.
Our Own Dazzlers brought forth many talented children and Ferarites Kenisha, Alvira and Rydell who presented their skills in dancing, were honored with token of appreciation.
Founder President of Ferarites UAE, Vincent Pereira gave a glimpse of our forthcoming programs during the year, honored the Monti Fest sponsors and handed over token of appreciation on behalf of Ferarites UAE.
The whole event was captured in camera by Ronald Moras, member of Ferarites UAE.
Norbert Sequeira took the privilege to thank all who were present and appreciated the sincere efforts of all Members who helped to make the day a great success.
The major attraction was PEARL NECKLACES Lucky Draw, sponsored by Liali Jewellery.
Children holding flower baskets offered flowers to the Mother Mary, while the gathering sang “Sakkad Sangatha Melyam”. Blessed paddy mixed with milk was served to all those present, after the prayers conducted by Leslie Pinto This was followed by the traditional 'Novem Jevan'.
A vegetarian dinner consisting of nine varieties of vegetables, prepared by Bangalore Empire Restaurant was followed by delicious 'vorn' which brought back sweet memories of home. 'Housie-housie' was conducted by Roshan Lobo and Anita Lobo. Prizes were given away to winners of all the games.
The programme concluded at 12.00 a.m. The guests left the venue with a feeling of happiness and cheer.
Due to the unstinted and selfless efforts put in by the members of Ferarites UAE with a feeling of oneness, the Ferarites have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to celebrate Monti Fest for all these years and the efforts are going on with one voice that says “MORIYEK HOGOLSIYAAN”.
Ferarites UAE once again, would like to thank all Sponsors, Well Wishers, who supported this event.