2021 Celebrations of the Center:

 

 

While welcoming members, President informed that traditionally we have been inviting outside speakers at our Thursday meetings; instead, today we have invited members to participate and exhibit their talents in their favorite hobbies. Therefore, a special program ગમતાનો કરીયે ગુલાલ was planned for them and their families to show their expertise in potpourri of songs, jokes, ghazals, shayaries, stories, anecdotes, etc. The program was named ગમતાનો કરીયે ગુલાલ based on a poem by Shri Makarand Dave preaching that it’s not useful to keep to oneself talent or knowledge; rather it should be shared to others. 

 

The program proved a great success due to the overwhelming interest shown by members’ participation and was enjoyed by a large viewership (175 Zoom logins). The program was planned to encourage members to come forward with their talents and did not involve competition. Mr. Rajesh Naik, a versatile singer, from Surat kicked off with a  Bhajan of Mara Ghatman Birajata ShriNathji, followed by Mr. Ashok Shah’s inspirational discussion with a positive attitude. 

 

Dr. Manoj Salpekar from Nagpur stressed the importance of an effective communication skill. Viewers enjoyed melodious songs by Surabhi Dhomne, a musical virtuoso, accompanied by Sachinji on tabla. Thereafter, a flurry of songs from Asha Dharawat, Ashok Gandhi, Chandrakant Shah, Dinesh (Sheela) Shah, Harshad Joshi, Mayur & Rekha Trivedi, Rajesh & Rupa Shah, Shashikala Shah, and Dr. Virendra Juthani followed. Renuka Shah’s dazzling dance was impressive. 

 

Dinesh (Kailas) Shah presented a novel program of Kon Banega Karodpati. Hemant Pandit, a literary person, recited his self-made poem. Jayantibhai Shah narrated a heart-touching episode of broad-minded children during the Halloween’s treat or trick time. Narendra Patel cracked several jokes. Dr. Ojas Desai recited interesting shayaries and ghazals. Dr. Nalini Juthani adroitly described the background of Nanima’s diary which prompted her to chronicle her book. Yasumati (Raksha) Patel exhibited her dramatic skill of dialogues and acting. Mukund Mehta recounted his funny experience 50 years back when he visited Manhattan men’s cloth store to buy a pair of suits. The program was capped with Suresh Dalal’s song Kamaal Kare Chhe sung by Mr. Rajesh Naik. 

 

Thanks to all participants and to Pankajbhai for his time and efforts for coordinating the program with participants. The program was extended up to 2:30pm due to the overwhelming interest shown by participants and viewers. 

 

A Vote of Thanks by Mrs. Shashikala Shah. 

 

3. THE OCTOBER 30TH MEETING:

 

The meeting was anchored by Mr. Pankaj Parikh, VP, and hosted by Mr. Niranjan Patel, Secretary. A PowerPoint Presentation was prepared by Mr. Jyotindrabhai Patel, Past President, GSNY. Thanks to all. Proceedings of the meeting will be placed on YouTube. 

Thanks to Bank of Baroda as a Grand Benefactor for Silver Jubilee Celebrations 2021-2022. Also thanks to our member Mr. Ashok Sheth for liaising with the Bank. 

 

The meeting started with a prayer by Mrs. Sarojben Patel. 

 

While welcoming viewers, President wished them a Happy Diwali and a Happy & Healthy New Year. 

 

Diwali Greetings were expressed by GSNY President Harshad (Pakaji) & Daksha Patel, Hemant Shah, President, F-BIMA and Past President of Jain Senior Group, Drs. Dilip & Dipika Doctor, Drs. Virendra & Nalini Juthani, Bhartiben & Vanlilaben Parikh, Mr. & Mrs. Gautam & Chhaya Shroff, Mr. & Mrs. Mansukhabhai & Ranjanben Patel, Mrs. Rekha Tolat, Mrs. Ramaben Sampat, Mr. & Mrs. Ashaben & Prabhakar Dharawat, Mr. & Mrs. Aroon & Shobhanaben Shah, Mr. Mukesh Kapadia, Mr. & Mrs. Ashok Gandhi, Mr. Ramesh Lakhani, VP, JSG, Mr. & Mrs. Pankaj & Smita Mehta, and Mr. Pradipbhai Mehta, among others. Dahyabhai Patel, Past President of Adhyatmik Vikas Kendra, conveyed his good wishes for Diwali. 

 

Mr. Lali Tyagi, CEO, U.S., Bank of. Baroda, could not attend but conveyed his good wishes for Diwali to all viewers. 

 

(i) Musical Program:

 

A Diwali musical orchestra by Kavita Murti, Mumbai, entertained viewers for two and a half hours with evergreen Bollywood songs and a Garba Ramzat.  The program, arranged through our member Mr. Hemantbhai Shah who introduced Kavitaji (profile attached). The event was a hit as reflected by more than 280 Zoom logins. 

 

Kavitaji & Saagar Kendurkar sang scores of songs including Aaiye Meharbaan, Saiya Dil Me Aana Re, Babuji Dhire Chalna, Gori Gori Papa Ki Chhori, Shola Jo Bhadke, OMere Dil Ke Chain, Mere Sapno Ki Rani, Jo Tumko Ho Pasand, Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni, Pyaar Hua Ikraar, Deewana Hua Badal, Aankho Hi Aankho Mein Ishara, Ye Chand Sa RoshanChehra, Haal Kaisa Hai Janab Ka, Kya Khoob Lagti Ho, Pukarta Chala Hoon Main, Ajeeb Dastan He Ye, Kisi Ki Muskurahaton Pe Ho Nisar, Baar Baar Dekho, Morani Baaga Ma Bole, Tari Ankhno Afini, Nayan Ne Bandh Rakhi, Leke Pehla Pehla Pyar, Ye Desh Hai Veer Jawano Ka, Chand Si Mehbooba Ho Meri, Ae Dil Mujhe Bata De, Tadbir Se Bigdi Hui Takdir Banale, Ye Raten Ye Mosam Nadika Kinara, Dil Ki Nazar Se, Aye Dil Hai Mushkil Jeena Yahan Jara Bachke, Aaj Kal TereMere Pyaar Ke Charche, O Hasina Zulfon Wali, Badan Pe Sitare Lapete, Aaja Aaja Main Hu Pyar Tera, followed by a Garba Ramzat. 

 

Viewers applauded the duo’s melodious voice and selection of songs. 

 

Thanks to Hemantbhai Shah for arranging the orchestra who in turn thanked Kavitaji for her excellent show. 

 

(ii) PowerPoint Presentation:

 

A PowerPoint presentation, prepared by Jyotindrabhai Patel, of sponsors was displayed. Also displayed was a short video of dance by 8-year old twins Anya & Kush Shah, kids of Robin & Dr. Kamini Shah and grand kids of Padma & Mukund Mehta and Kokilaben & Rajendra Shah. 

 

(iii) Announcements:

 

Pankajbhai Parikh, VP, briefed about Housie games starting in January 2022. 

 

A Vote of Thanks by Mr. Bhikhabhai Patel. 

 

2. The Computer Class:

 

 

3. The Arts Class: