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Monthi Fest: Aangann Konknnechem, Riyadh

  •   Wed, Sep 11 2013 05:08:45 PM

Arun Palimar

Riyadh, Sep 11: Aangann Konknechem Riyadh celebrated Monthi Fest on Friday September 6, 2013.

The new corn (Novem) was brought from Mangalore and was served with milk to all members of the community present during the celebration.

Delicious homemade vegetarian food consisting of Thoushya Karamb, Allum Dhento, Sango, Podwalen, Karathe, Thendlim, Ghosalim, Benda, Moog, Sanna and Vorn was prepared by the Mangalorean community residing here. Mangalorean tradition was followed and the food was served to all in banana leaves.

Roshan Lobo, Secretary of AKR welcomed the gathering and conducted the entire programme. The programme started with a spiritual prayer dance by Stavina D'Souza, Palimar.The Word of God was read by Andrea Saldanha, Kinnigoli. Saritha D'Souza, Palimar led the prayer service and Prayer of the Faithful were read by Michelle Mascarenhas Urva, Caron Nanna D'Souza Mudarangadi, Alisha Corderio Venoor, Geshal Mendonca Mudrangadi, Nigel Dias Bondel and Stavina D'Souza Palimar. Children showered flowers while everybody sang "Sakkod Sangatha Mellyam" and "Moryek Hogollsiyam".The essence of the traditional 'Novem Jevan' was conveyed beautifully and meaningfully to all by Saritha D'souza.

Traditional Kobu (sugarcane) was distributed to mark the celebration.

Variety of entertainment programmes were organized to enthrall the people. Caron Nanna D'Souza, Mudarangady and Michelle Mascarenhas, Urva danced to foot tapping Indian music. The young talented duo left people asking for some more!

Nirmala Coreyo and Sandra D ‘Costa teamed up to conduct games for all. The indoor session of entertainment concluded with 'Houssie' which was conducted by Conrad Nazareth, Mangalore.

The adults had a gala time playing some outdoor games like Volley Ball, Tug of war, blindfolded pot breaking competition and hanging clothes. Watermelon and sweets were distributed to all . To beat the heat some dived into the pool as well

On this special occasion of 'Monthi Fest' Aangann Konknechem Riyadh exclusively released in Saudi Arabia the debut duo Konkani album "Gauv Muzo Duda Movaso" by Robin and Carol. The CD was released by Anil Flossy Albuquerque, Kevin Mueral Nazareth, Carol Allen D'Souza & AKR President Arun Palimar. CD’S are available in Riyadh 050 3298657;  Dammam Ronald Fernandes 050 3827023; Jeddha Roshan 0509620902.
  

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  • Roshan Rodrigues, Mangalore/Makkah

    Sat, Sep 28 2013

    Congrats ... AKR Team .. what a great function... very good preparation.. whole Riyadh family members gathering under one roof...Nice to see you all.. Great efforts from Leader and members.. Keep it up good Job. May God bless you all.
    Roshan & Fly

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  • Stany Rodrigues, Dammam

    Sun, Sep 22 2013

    congratulations to all Aangann Konknnechem team..nice arrangement..

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  • Dr. Cajetan Coelho, Goa, India

    Sat, Sep 21 2013

    Happy Monthi Fest.

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  • Arun , Palimar / Riyadh

    Mon, Sep 16 2013

    We AKR thank you for sharing your valuable time along with your family and doubling our joy and happiness to make this Monthi Fest (Noven Jevann ) Celebration in a meaningful way.

    We would like to convey our sincere thanks to all our Sponsors, all those who prepared vegetable and contributed their valuable time.

    May the blessings of the Blessed Virgin Mary be upon you always, with good health, happiness and peace.

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  • Nelson Dsouza, Riyadh/Karkala

    Fri, Sep 13 2013

    Well Done AKR.Appreciate if you can take up some community work as well(helping hand to the needy,charity etc).All the best for your future programmes, keep up the community building efforts.God bless All communities in Riyadh

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  • Ambrose D Mello, Pangala / Mumbai

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Nice to see you all. Keep up the good work ...

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  • Ronald Fernandes, Shirthady - Dammam / KSA

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Congratulations to the AKR members for celebrating Monthi Feast. You are giving a good opportunity to our kids to learn about the Mangalorean traditions in this place. Keep up the good work.

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  • Dr.Xavier Asissi D'Souza, Mysore

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    I am really overjoyed to see the photographs of Monthi Fest being celebrated at KSA where other religions are not tolerated. During my days of stay there from 1984 to 1990 AKR was not heard of

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  • Vijith D'Souza, Mangalore

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Congrats All the very best AKR for the upcoming events.

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  • prasanna veigas, Dubai

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Congrats AKR.......All The Best...

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  • Praveen M. D Costa, Mangalore/Riyadh, KSA

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Dear Arun, congratulations & hats off to your leadership abilities!!!
    Very nice event!
    May God bless your "Aangan"!!!

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  • Mark, Udyavara

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Hats off to you. High time for Saudi to permit churches to co-exist!

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  • Marcel D'souza, Riyadh/Udipi

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Congrats AKR Member & Organizing Committee. Nice arrangement and celebrations of "Monthi Fest". Wish you all the best. Keep it up.

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  • Prashanth , Mangalore / Riyadh

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Good arrangement. All the best ....

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  • Jery Mary, Riyadh.

    Thu, Sep 12 2013

    Another wonderful&lovely family gathering.just like our own house atmosphere.Nicly arranged.Everything was superb from beginning to end.Congrats to Aangan Konkechem Riydh.We know 'YOU CARE&SHARE'Keep up your good work.

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  • Ivan Alva, Mudarangady/Jeddah

    Wed, Sep 11 2013

    Congrats Aangan Konknnechem Riyadh.We really missed this great occasion. All the best AKR for the upcoming events. Mother Mary Bless us all.

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  • Roshan Rodrigues, Mangalore/Makkah

    Wed, Sep 11 2013

    Nice Family Gathering, good arrangements, colourful program
    God Bless you all.. Congrats Aangan Konknechen Riyadh...

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  • jaison cardoza, udupi

    Wed, Sep 11 2013

    Never thought Monthi fest celebration in the dessert of Saudi brings this much joy and happiness. Lots of thanks to AKR... Celebration, food and games(specially tug of war) were extremely good.. Wish u the best AKR for the upcoming events.

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  • Mishal Veigas, Manjeshwar

    Wed, Sep 11 2013

    Wowwwwww i can't belive it... nice traditional system in Riyadh........

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