In Brief
Ganesha Chathurthi celebrations
A series of programs has been organised by the Colombo Sri Sathya Sai
Baba Samithi, commencing from 19 September, 2012.
The program commences at 4.00 am with veda-chanting and bhajans. The
afternoon session commences at 12 noon and the evening program at 5.45
pm. The three daily poojas will continue till September 29 at the Sai
Mandhir, Barnes Place, Colombo 7.
A special pooja on Lacharchanai (chanting the name of the Lord
hundred thousand times) will be held at 6.00 am on September 23. A
cultural program will follow at 5.15 pm on a brief episode of the Lord
Ganesha on September 23, 27 at 5.15 pm and 6.45 pm respectively.
Sumana Past Pupils to meet in Colombo
The Past pupils of Sri Sumana Balika Vidyalaya, Ratnapura, living in
and around Colombo will gather at the Punchi Theatre, Borella, on
October 27, 2012 at 3 p.m. to pay their tribute to founder of the
Vidyalaya, Ven. Henpitagedara Gnanaseeha Nayaka Thero, former teachers
and the composers of the school song.
Sri Chandraratna Manawasinghe had written the lyrics, whilst music
was by Pandith W.D. Amaradewa. Musician Ivor Denis has trained the
students 61 years ago in 1951 to sing the song.
Josep Vaz 'Peace Walk'
The Past Pupils Association of Joseph Vaz College, Wennapuwa has
organised a 'Peace Walk' on September 15 commencing 7.30 am.
It will proceed from the school along Colombo-Chilaw Road to St.
Sebastian's Church, Katuneriya and return to school.The 'Walk' is in aid
of an indoor stadium and an auditorium.
Awards Day on Sept 16
The Old Girls' Association of Fathima Muslim Ladies College, Colombo
12 will hold its Awards Day 2012 on September 16 at 2.00 p.m. At the
Tower Hall, Maradana.
The Head of Paediatrician Department, Rajarata University of Sri
Lanka and Visiting Paediatrician, Harley Street Hospital, London, UK,
Dr. Rayes Mustafa will be the chief guest.
Krishnamurti talk
A recorded public talk on 'Silence as the ground of the eternal'
delivered by the late Indian sage J. Krishnamurti will be replayed at
Anula Nursery School Hall, High Level Road, Colombo 6 today at 9.45 a.m.
It is organised by the Krishnamurti Centre Sri Lanka Inc.
Child needs hearing aid
 Baby Yehansa Chayangi of 205/A, National Housing Scheme, Wewelduwa,
Kelaniya is suffering from acute hearing loss.
Colombo Childrens' Hospital Consultant ENT Surgeon Dr. K.D.R.A.
Kirihena has recommended hearing aid which cost Rs. 400,000. In view of
the needy circumstances her mother appeals for public contributions to
be remitted to the Account No. 2192 0012 0018 439 Peoples' Bank,
Tambuttegama.
Bone cancer patient needs help
 Vikum Madushanka (20) is suffering from bone cancer and Senior
Consultant Oncologist, National Cencer Institute Maharagama recommends
limb salvaging surgery in Bangalore, India followed by radical radiation
therapy, since it cannot be performed in Sri Lanka. The approximate cost
for the surgery and radiotherapy would be around Rs. 700,000.
Vikum appeals for financial assistance and those willing to help may
contact: 0334917433/0776372924. |
