2020 Celebrations of the Center:

PRESIDENT’S REPORTS

Dear Friends:

The following are brief reports of the January 21 and January 23 Zoom meetings. Meetings are recorded and placed promptly on YouTube by Jagdishbhai Patel, VP-PR. Thanks Jagdishbhai. 

1. THE JANUARY 21ST MEETING:

(a) Shri Yadunathji Mahodaya’s Presentation:

The meeting started with a prayer by Mr. Jignesh Shah. The program was anchored by Pankaj Parikh, VP. 

In his welcome address, President requested viewers to observe a moment of silence to pay tribute to (1) Mrs. Taraben Desai, the mother of Mrs. Dakshaben Patel and mother-in-law of Mr. Harshad Patel (Pakaji), President of Gujarati Samaj of New York (GSNY), and (2) Mrs. Savitaben Patel, the mother of Mrs. Bhavnaben Patel and mother-in-law of Mr. Mahesh Patel, Treasurer of GSNY, who passed away this week. Condolences and sympathies to their families. May God rest their souls in peace. 

President referred to the peaceful transition of power in Washington DC yesterday and wished well to the new President Joseph Biden and VP Kamala Devi Harris. 

We are thankful to today’s sponsors Indravadanbhai & Hemangiben Shah who are celebrating birthday and wedding anniversary of family members. Pankaj Parikh, VP, introduced the couple who in turn addressed viewers. A PowerPoint presentation, prepared by Jyotindrabhai Patel, was displayed by Jagdishbhai Patel, VP-PR. Thanks to both of them.

Harishbhai Parikh, Trustee of Vaishnav Temple of New York introduced Shri Yadunathji Mahodaya (see attachment).

Starting with a prayer, Shri Yadunathji Mahodaya explained succinctly the meaning and importance of today’s inspirational subject “Aathamta Surynu Aishwarya.” During a life cycle, a person faces ups and downs, confronts obstacles, enjoys achievements and as he reaches old age, he builds up a reservoir of experiences which provides solace and guidance to younger generation. 

Shri Yadunathji listed types of activities a person should do based on age, e.g., new trials and errors during the age group of 20 to 30, follow an idol during 30 and 40, stay and focus on what you do during 40 and 50, guide and delegate to youngsters during 50 and 60, and enjoy the life and be happy after 60. Old people remain unhappy because of problems which are 90% invited and 10% real. They will be really happy if they refrain from gossiping andgiving unsolicited advice. They should not make any statements unless 100% sure of facts. 

As a key to happiness, he strongly suggested to step down once your role is over, to volunteer for society without any expectation, to avoid giving negative opinion about others, and to refrain from comparison and competition. Peaceful life stems from your matured understanding, pleasant talk, good nature, readiness to forget and forgive, respect other’s opinion, don’t be judgmental, be open minded, keep silence, connect to others. Happiness sprigs from inside and no one else can give you. 

Interesting Q&A followed. Viewers applauded Shri Yadunathji Mahodaya for providing a key for happiness in old age. 

Musical Program:

Mr. Mandeep Devashryee, who had entertained our viewers in the past, made a blast with romantic songs. He was introduced by his uncle our member Mr. Pankaj Devashryee. 

Mandeep unleashed a range of songs including Phir Haath Mein Sharab Hai, Apna Dil To Aawaara, Muzhe Pyar Kar Lo, Dil Kya Kare Jab Kisi Se, Pyar Diwana Hota Hai, Ye Jo Mohabbat Hai, Aai Meri Zohra Jabeen Tuzhe Maalum Nahin, Nasha Yeh Pyar Ka Nasha Hai, Hu Mane Sodhya Karu Pan Hun Tane Pamya Karu, Jab Jab Phool Khile, Badan Pe Sitare Lapete Hue, Aaj Kal Tere Mere Pyaar Ke Charche, O Haseena Zulfonwali  Jane Kahan, Aaja Aaja Mein Hoon Pyar Tera, Gujarati Dandiya Raas, Gujarati Geet, and capping with Yeh Desh Hai Veer Jawano Ka. 

The following five members dancing to the tunes of songs received one complimentary housie ticket each. Names in alphabetic order:  

Ashok Gandhi, Ashok Sheth, Manohar Parmar, Mayur Trivedi, Sudarshan Bhatt. Congratulations. 

(b) Contributions:

Thanks to the following members for their generous contributions in celebration of their wedding anniversaries:

Mayur & Rekha Trivedi     $101
Bipin & Kashmira Shah       101

(c) Future Programs:

Pankaj Parikh, VP, briefed about the Housie game and golden anniversary celebration. 

Jitendra Zaveri, Jt. Secretary, provided details of the future programs. 

A Vote of Thanks by Nareshbhai Shah, EC Member.



2. THE JANUARY 23RD MEETING:

The meeting started with a prayer by Mrs. Ushaben N. Shah. The program was anchored by Pankaj Parikh, VP. 

In his welcome address, President appreciated continued valuable support of Drs. Virendra & Nalini Juthani (profiles attached) to the Center for the last few years, introduced them to viewers, and thanked for sponsoring today’s musical orchestra by Nagpur-based Sachin & Surabhi Dhomne’s Sur Sangam Group. 

A PowerPoint presentation, prepared by Jyotindrabhai Patel, of family photos celebrating birthdays was displayed by Jagdishbhai Patel, VP-PR. Thanks to both of them. A happy birthday song for Dr. Naliniben, her late mother Sushilaben and her daughter Dr. Manisha, all born in January, resonated with viewers. The Juthani couple and their son Dr. Viral thanked the Center, Surabhi, Sachin and their group, and the anchorman Dr. Manoj Salpekar. 

The titled-program Kal Aaj Aur Kal (yesterday, today and tomorrow ), befitting the celebration of birthdays of three generations of the Juthani  family, consisted of two dozen songs chosen by the family. 

The ensemble kicked off with bhajan Jyoti Kalash Chhalke followed by a  series of patriotic and Bollywood songs including Bharat Desh Hamara, Pritam Aan Milo, Koi Tufano Se Keh De, Suhani Raat Dhal Chuki Na Jaane, Dheere Dheere Aa Re Badal, Gham Diye Mustaqil Kitna Nazuk Hai Dil, Do Naina Matware, Madhuban Mein Radhika Nache Re, O Duniya Ke Rakhwale, Mile Ho Tum Humko, Kon Aaya Mere Man Ke Dware, Lambi Judai, Kuhu Kuhu Bole Koyalia, Chalo Bulawa Aaya Hai, Meri Awaaz Hi Pehchaan Hai, Yeh Zindagi Usi Ki Hai, Yahan Har Kadam Kadam Pe Dharti Badle Rang, Ye Desh Hai Veer Jawano Ka, among others. 

Viewers applauded the Sur Sangam Group’s performance. 

New Members:

We welcome the following new members:

Ashwin & Parul Pandya, Dipak & Latika Sheth, and Ajay & Harsha Shah. 

Contributions:

Thanks to Bharat & Usha Shah for their contribution of $51 in celebration of their 52nd wedding anniversary. 

A Vote of Thanks by Mr. Amit Parikh, President, SCC of VTNY.

 

The Computer Class:

 

Prof Raj Vangapaty is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting on Sunday, January 24, 2021 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Topic: Computer Technology Course for India Home Members
Time: This is a recurring meeting at 10:30 am Sunday
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