Report : Oscar Rego
Dubai, Feb 1: USWAS, an association of Shirva parishioners residing in the UAE is all set for its Shirva 'Vodlem Festh' to be held on Friday February 5 at Al Masah Ball Room, Sheraton Deira, Dubai from 10.30 am onwards.
'Vodlem Festh' is an annual event of the association, and the proceeds of this event of Our Lady of Health Church, Shirva.
Dony and Asha Correa
Shrikanth, Joshal and Prashanth
USWAS, a well-established Association which came into existence on December 20, 2002, has been rendering selfless service to the society in various fields for the past 14 years. It is a non-profit Association which abides by the motto 'Lend a hand not for self, but for each other'. Driven by its motto, USWAS promotes the well-being of Shirvites living in the UAE, Shirva parish and society, and serves Konkani language and culture. It has been providing financial assistance to the needy for various purposes like education, medical aid, house construction, marriages and many such other activitiesfor the community of Shirva and surrounding efficiently through the generous help from its sponsors and well-wishers.The main objective of USWAS is to bring all the Shirva parishioners residing in the UAE together under one umbrella.
A show without a host is like a ship without a steering wheel. One of the most experienced, versatile, enthusiastic and well-known compere in Dubai Donald Corea with his humour, wit and energy will anchor this event.
The 'Rising Star of Shirva' Prashanth Sequeira, who has released two sensational hit Konkani albums, 'Yo Moga', and 'Tunch Moga' will provide music. Talented singers and crowd pullers Dony and Asha Correa, Srikanth Bhat, versatile and melodious singer Joshal D'Souza who has rendered her voice in many hit albums will perform with Prashanth.
The event will have lots of fun, games, spot prizes, DJ music and dances by local talents. Well-known comedians of Shirva'Boscyambagar' are all set to tickle the audience with their humour. A number of singers from Mangaluru will entertain the audience with Konkani, Kannada, Tulu and Hindi songs.
USWAS has planned a fun-filled day of variety entertainment for those who wish to be a part of 'Vodlem Festh'. A lavish buffet lunch along with entertaining skits, dance and spot games will fill your enjoyment.
The managing committee of USWAS, invites all the parishioners, well-wishers and friends through this forum for Shirva Vodlem Festh. Limited invitations are available and can be obtained from the following persons or any of the committee members of USWAS.
Shirva Vodlem Festh 2016 is an event open to one and all.
Limited invitations are available and can be obtained from the following persons or any of the committee members of USWAS:
Dubai
Maxim Ferrao – 050 4519993
Oscar Rego- 055 5892443
Vincent Corda – 056 6810114
Herald Mathias – 050 5782509
Roshan Menezes – 050 3875335
Lesly Saldanha – 050 4505539
Denis Mathias – 050 7311712
Denis Gomes – 050 6566741
Ivan Mathias – 050 1186089
Sharjah
Paul Menezes – 050 6968707
Canute D'souza – 050 3959524
Abu Dhabi
Manoj Menezes – 050 6722029
Sharan D'Souza – 050 2654131