Udyavarites - ಗಡ್ಧ್ ವ್ಹಡ್ಲೆಂ ಫೆಸ್ತ್

Pics by : Robin Machado, Sharjah

Report by : Louis Dante, Dubai

The parishioners of St. Francis Xavier`s Church Udyavara-Udupi, spread all over the United Arab Emirates and united as “UDYAVARITES” along with their families, friends and well wishers over 300 in number celebrated the annual UDYAVAR VODLEM FEST on 4th December, 2009 at the Marhaba Banquet Hall, Dubai Grand Hotel, Al Ghusais.

It was a day to meet, greet and celebrate the customary way, much talked about VODLEM FEST as celebrated back home in Udyavar parish for children and elders alike with lots of entertainment and activities to be happy and feel at home.

 

Fr. Freddy, priest taking care of the spiritual needs of the Konkani community at St. Mary`s Catholic Church in Dubai graced the occasion. The festivities began with Gospel reading, Hymn for Patron St. Francis Xavier and prayer.

The festivities were well coordinated and conducted by well known Master of Ceremony Mr. Roshan D`Silva of Vamanjoor-Mangalore who made the memories of Udyavar parish and native land come alive and feel nostalgic for every one present. KENNY the singer of “PEDROS”, Claridge Hotel – Deira, was ready with the all time hit Konkani songs which everyone liked and sang along.

Gentle little children Carol & Florence welcomed everyone with a devotional welcome dance, Cute little Natasha regaled all with a chirpy solo dance. There was dance by Aviola & Sweeny and group dance by Claire & friends.

Mr. Vivian D`silva the President of “Udyavarites” placed an appeal to all present members and guests to support the efforts the forum take up from time to time as need arises. Talents, time and united effort is the need of the hour to be effective and to be contributing meaningfully to the cause of Udyavarites. He also noted that the recently started blog http://www.udyavarites.blogspot.com/ is open to all the Udyavarites to participate.

A prominent member of the forum Mrs. Ceceilia D`sa in coordination with Donald Machado with the graceful assistance of little children welcomed and honoured the guests, well wishers, benefactors and sponsors with flowers.

This day was a special occasion to honour a very well known personality in the Konkani community in Dubai and a senior Udyavarite who toils tirelessly in the service of the church time in and time out serving around the altar Mr. Edwin Mathais. Mr. Gilbert, Mr. Donald and Mr. Jerry Pereira did the honours.

Laughter is the best medicine was proved right and exercises many more muscles for people in the gulf who need much more in times like this was in abundant supply with the rib tickling SKITS by Gilbert and presented by Veena, Donnie, Jeffrey, Joachim and Robert.

Sumptuous meal from ‘Dhaba’ at the Grand Hotel provided by Mr. Valerian Lobo the F & B Manager-Grand Hotel left every one licking the fingers and asking for more.

The month of December and Udyavar Feast time sets in the festive mood for Christmas. Santa Claus (Christmas Papa) was seen dancing with little children on stage and then distributing gifts to all children out of his goody bag.  While young dancers Ändria, Natasha, Jevica and Elisha accompanied Santa Claus, little cute Ethan joined them as baby Santa.

Carona D`souza thanked the guests, well wishers and sponsors who contributed to the cause of Udyavarites by coming, participating in the activities and offering their precious time and in kind.

There were many fun-filled activities i.e, games, spot quiz- prizes, Housie etc.. The brand KOMBO SODTI of Udyavar fame was a star attraction. Clarence was picked the proud owner of the prized KOMBO in the evening. There were prizes on entry tickets on annual Udyavarites membership. The hall was packed till the end and most of them winning lots of prizes. The festivities came to an end with Baila Dance to the LIVE MUSIC of KENNY.

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ಉದ್ಯಾವರೈಟ್ಸ್ ವ್ಹಡ್ಲ್ಯಾ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಕ್ ಯೆಯಾತ್

Udyavarites – A forum for parishioners of St. Francis Xavier’s Church, Udyavar residing in U.A.E., proudly announce their Parish Feast (Vodlem Fest) celebration as detailed below:

Date : 4th December 2009 (Friday)
Time : 11.30AM to 6 PM
Venue : Marhaba Hall, Dubai Grand Hotel, Al Ghusais

Highlights of the event will be:

• Non-stop entertainment with live music
• Sumptuous Buffet Lunch
• Numerous skits by ‘Udyavarites’ Comedians
• Baila Dance
• Games and competitions for children and adults
• Galore of prizes

To reserve your invitation, please call :
050 4961235 (Mr. Gerald Pereira)
050 4592185 (Mr. Vivian D’Silva)
050 5458389 (Mr. Gilbert D’Sa)
050 1689159 (Mr. Donald Machado)
050 8773450 (Mr. Clarence D’Souza)


See you there......

ಸಾಂಜ್ ಜಾಲಿರೇ ಸಾಂಜ್ ಜಾಲಿರೇ

ಸಾಂಜ್ ಜಾಲಿರೇ

ಸಾಂಜ್ ಜಾಲಿರೇ

ಊಠ್ ಮನ್ಶಾ

ಭಾಯ್ರ್ ಸರ್

ಸಂವ್ಸಾರಾಂತ್ಲೊ....

- ವಿಲ್ಫಿ ರೆಬಿಂಬಸ್

Photograph by : Mervin D'Souza, Pitrodi, Udyavar

Udyavarites Cricket Team - Jai Ho

Cricket is most famous sports not only in India but around the entire globe.  In India, though the National Game is Hockey, all other games stand only next to Cricket.

People who come to this part of the world (Gulf Countries) for their daily bread have always kept their spirit of sportmanship perhaps to come out of the routine stressful life and hectic work schedules.   The numerous sports events being organized by various organizations here in U.A.E. have provided ample opportunities for sports enthusiasts.  Indians, due to their dedication, discipline and tremendous zeal, have secured special place in the national team of U.A.E. as well.

Udyavarites association is becoming stronger day by day adding more and more youths back from our native place.   As a result, few enthusiastic youths have formed a new cricket team recently bearing the name of Üdyavarites.  The team has been prepared keeping in mind the need of balanced combination of Batting, Bowling and Fielding.

Udyavarites team is comprising of 15 dynamic members.  They are : Clarence D'souza (Captain), Dominic Almeida, Pradeep Soans, Ryan Suares, Nikhil, Anil D'souza, Rohan Suares, Joy Mascarenhas, Deepak Quadros, Arvind Shettigar, Roy Mascarenhas, Arun Shettigar, Steevan Lewis, Deril Pinto and Ashwin Periera.

It may be recalled that 7 years ago the then Cricket Team of Udyavarites lead by Antony D'Silva had won championship in the Cricket Tournament organized by Saint Mary's Konkan Community of Dubai (SMKC Dubai).

We at Udyavarites blogspot say "Udyavaries Cricket Team - Jai Ho".

Pictures and Content Contributed by : Clarence D'Souza, Udyavar.

(In the photograph Sitting from right are Clarence, Praveen Joy, Deepak and Anil and Standing from right are Pradeep, Arun, Arvind, Ryan, Steevan, Roy, Rohan).

Kingfisher - The Real One

These lovely photographs are sent by Gladson Fernandes, Udyavar. There's something in common amongst these birds (Kingfisher and a Flemingo species).  Both thrive and feast on fresh fish.

If you have unique photographs that you would wish to share with the blog readers, please email us at udyavarites@gmail.com  Please do mentioned name of the photographer.

We will be glad to publish them in this page.

Tug of War In Udyavar

Friends Shanthinagara, Udyavara organized an Inter District Men's Tug of War Competition here on Sunday 5th October 2009 at the U.F.C. grounds.

Bantwal Districts "Mogarnad Friends" won championship trophy and cash of Rs.15000/- while another group from the same district by name "Pushpadantha Perinje" were the runners-up with trophy and cash of Rs.8000/-. 

3rd and 4th places were won by Dakshina Kannada's "Panolibail Friends" and Udupi district's "VN Gymn - B" group with Trophies and Cash of Rs.4000/- and Rs.2000/-  respectively.

The event inaugurated by Sheeroor Matt Swamiji Sri Laxmivara Thirtha was also attended by several local dignitaries.

Sudharshan H. president of Udupi District Kabaddi and Body Builder's Association precided over the function.  District Panchayat member Kiran Kumar was the Guest of Honour.  Panchayat President Rajani, members Lawrence D'Sa, Girish Kumar, Dayananda Thingalaya, Nityananda Valakadu and association's President Ramesh Acharya were present.  Santhosh Suvarna Bolje welcomed.  Sachin M. Salian gave vote of thanks and Vinay Kumar hosted the event.

Report + Pics Courtesy : http://www.gulfkannadiga.com/

The Jackfruit Humour

Patient : Doctor Doctor… You only said “Eating fruits along with peel is good for health”

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Doctor : O yeah, Yes I did, that’s the proven fact

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Patient : Look, I have a stomach-ache now!

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Doctor : So what’s the fruit you ate?

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That’s how the humour associated with jackfruit goes……..

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Jackfruit has a distinction being “the only ‘largest tree borne fruit’ in the world”.

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Ripe jackfruit comes in two types as Kaapo & Rosaall (ಕಾಪೊ ಆನಿ ರೊಸಾಳ್ in Konkani and ಭರಕೆ or ತುಲ್ಲೆ in Tulu) smells very sweet. The fruit is used as favourite delicacy in numerous ways:

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- Unriped fruit as a spicy vegetable dish.

- Papads (ಹಪೊಳ್)

- Chips (Fried in oil just like banana chips)

- Ghariyo (ಗಾರಿಯೊ) - A sweet dish fried in coconut oil
- Pickled fruit in salty water (ಮಿಟಾಕ್ ಘಾಲ್ಲೆ ಘರೆ)

- Ponnsa Pathollyo (ಪೊಣ್ಸಾಚ್ಯೊ ಪಾತೊಳ್ಯೊ) or ಗಟ್ಟಿ (in Tulu) - sweet and solid rice cake wrapped in Teak leaves

- The Jackfruit seeds (ಭಿಕ್ಣಾಂ) are used in variety of vegetable dishes.
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Apart from the above usage, the wood of this tree is used for making furniture, doors and musical instruments.  The picture above is taken inside Udyavar Church Compound during this Mansoon.

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Photograph by : Robert Fernandes, Udyavar