Media Release
Nottingham, Dec 27: Mangalorean United Konkani Association (MUKA), Nottingham in UK celebrated Christmas, “Natal -2010” to share the peace and joy of Christmas St Theresa’s Church Hall, Aspley here on Saturday December 25.
Vice-president Joyce Aranha welcomed the gathering and all the guests. Jerald Alvares conducted the prayer. To give glory to God, children sang Christmas carols and presented an angel dance which was loudly applauded. The dance was well choreographed by Anitha Sequiera.
Santa Claus enacted by Vincent D’Souza, made everyone cheerful with his majestic entry, greeting everyone and distributing gifts to children. Later Santa Claus gave the Christmas message and each family took turns to get photographed with Santa.
Traditional Magalorean delicious “Kuswar” with tea was distributed. The homemade “Kuswar” was prepared and sponsored by generous Anitha Menezes, Stany Sequiera and Vincent D’Souza.
Conrad Aranha with his melodious voice sang “Aiso Dees Kithyak Mujzo Assoye Udello” which made the gathering tap their feet bringing nostalgic memories of Konkani culture. Cultural secretary Stany Sequiera presented the vote of thanks and thanked all the members for their gracious presence and active participation in this program. Delicious Biryani with Raita served the appetite. All the couples present took part in the “Couple Dance” which was followed by “Baila” dance, the special attraction of the occasion. Conrad Aranha was the DJ for the event.
The president of the association, Jeevan Menezes thanked the executive committee and all the members for their support and making the event successful and also urged to continue their support for future events. The programme was well compered by MUKA treasurer Pius Rasquinha.Nottingham, Dec 27: Mangalorean United Konkani Association (MUKA), Nottingham in UK celebrated Christmas, “Natal -2010” to share the peace and joy of Christmas St Theresa’s Church Hall, Aspley here on Saturday December 25.
Vice-president Joyce Aranha welcomed the gathering and all the guests. Jerald Alvares conducted the prayer. To give glory to God, children sang Christmas carols and presented an angel dance which was loudly applauded. The dance was well choreographed by Anitha Sequiera.
Santa Claus enacted by Vincent D’Souza, made everyone cheerful with his majestic entry, greeting everyone and distributing gifts to children. Later Santa Claus gave the Christmas message and each family took turns to get photographed with Santa.
Traditional Magalorean delicious “Kuswar” with tea was distributed. The homemade “Kuswar” was prepared and sponsored by generous Anitha Menezes, Stany Sequiera and Vincent D’Souza.
Conrad Aranha with his melodious voice sang “Aiso Dees Kithyak Mujzo Assoye Udello” which made the gathering tap their feet bringing nostalgic memories of Konkani culture. Cultural secretary Stany Sequiera presented the vote of thanks and thanked all the members for their gracious presence and active participation in this program. Delicious Biryani with Raita served the appetite. All the couples present took part in the “Couple Dance” which was followed by “Baila” dance, the special attraction of the occasion. Conrad Aranha was the DJ for the event.
The president of the association, Jeevan Menezes thanked the executive committee and all the members for their support and making the event successful and also urged to continue their support for future events. The programme was well compered by MUKA treasurer Pius Rasquinha.