Stopping by the land of jaadi
Be it kumbalawa, balaya, kelawalla, iratawalla, alagoduwa or linna, Dodanduwa has them all. Justice cannot be done to the staple of this Southern coastal town- jaadi with its blunt English translation of ‘salted fish’! This goraka and salt stuffed fish best eaten with white rice, parippu, pol mellum and thakkali (tomato) sambol, hailed as a [...]
Letters to the Editor
We have a right to breathe unpolluted air Dumping of garbage in Muthurajawela has started again despite much objection and agitation. Deaf to the people’s protests for health and sanitation reasons, the authorities are destroying the biodiversity- rich Muthurajawela, once a haven of peace and tranquility which is fast changing to a mosquito and fly [...]
Appreciations
He answered the call of Lanka, and ‘made a difference’ NIMAL RAJAPAKSE Overseas employment was not a major topic discussed among Sri Lankan engineers in the 1960s and 70s. However from the early 1980s onwards, the situation in the country prompted many to move abroad. The departure initially planned as short-term later became permanent. It [...]
Guess who will grace FGLF 2018? Maggie Smith
Guess who’s coming to the 2018 Fairway Galle Literary Festival? Local fans will be thrilled with the news that come January, FGLF will welcome Dame Maggie Smith, one of the finest actresses of her generation. The Oscar-winning British actress, known worldwide for her role as the doughty Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films [...]
English language: It can be taught, it can be learnt
50% of students fail English at the GCE O’Levels,” stated Dr. Chitra Jayathilake, a senior lecturer at the English Department of the University of Sri Jayawardenapura. In a world where English proficiency has become a vital skill to enter the workforce or for career progression, the statistic is disheartening. Dr. Jayathilake went on to explain [...]
Two people one with nature: Elegantly choreographed offering
Isuru Gunasekera and Somanath Fernando, two young men engaged in different fields but united in a common passion for wild-life photography, have collated the combined efforts of almost a decade in pursuit of their interest, in an elegant, exquisitely choreographed, coffee table offering. The professionally crafted images cover a wide variety of bird-life, with some [...]
Slim volume that says much about the life and work of Lionel Wendt
“To us the camera is a technical instrument. When it is in the hands of Lionel Wendt, it is a medium of the arts. It is as words are to a poet; paint and brush to a painter,” remarked the celebrated editor, D. B. Dhanapala. Although best known for his photographic abilities, Lionel Wendt was [...]
The final journey: It’s come a long way
The final journey in memorable style – even if the dear-departed may not be wowed by the stately and sombre procession, for the kith and kin, the friends and acquaintances and even the bystanders it will be unforgettable. ‘Standing’ solemnly in the front-yard of the ‘oldest’ funeral directors of the country, the cynosure of all [...]
Creating something beautiful for themselves and society
“Mamai keruwe meka,” Dinusha* proudly proclaims. Dinusha’s colourful knitted pattern has been sewn onto a bag which will soon be sold at the Daya Mina centre’s bi-annual sale. In fact, everyone is preparing for the sale and directress Sister Anastasia tells us that all the students are excitedly showing each other what they have made, [...]
Timeless beauty
Less is more” the compere comments as she introduces the five designers of “Barefoot -The House Collection Showcase 2017” who exhibited their “70 looks” at the Barefoot garden on Saturday, November 11. With 52 years in the industry, Barefoot’s timeless pieces are built on a foundation laid by the inimitable Barbara Sansoni. The five designers; [...]
Shared love for art
From November 24 – 26, 15 artists ranging from 15 to 71 years will present their first joint exhibition -“Piyawara” at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre. Meeting at an adult art class, the group under the guidance of their teacher Ruwan Prasanga, is exhibiting a range of work drawing on diverse themes and techniques from [...]
Timeless classics: Gala musical evening for the people of Batticaloa
Known as a surfer’s paradise – Batticaloa has seen its fair share of ups and downs over the years. To help uplift Batticaloa’s health service, the Rotary Club of Colombo East will be hosting a fundraising concert “Timeless Classics”, featuring Soundarie David Rodrigo and Shehara (Shey) Liyanage on November 26 from 5 p.m. at the [...]
Neville Weereratne’s work at Alliance Francaise, Kandy
An exhibition of paintings by Neville Weereratne will be held from November 22 to December 13 at the Alliance Francaise, Kandy. The paintings are from the Taprobane Collection owned by Shamil Peiris and his family. Weereratne had his education at St. Joseph’s College, Colombo where he was motivated by Richard Gabriel (a founding member of [...]
Bridal fare to the strains of the De Lanerolle Brothers
The De Lanerolle Brothers have taken on a novel project this month lending their voices for a Designer Wedding Show. The show will feature models who will take to the ramp dressed in bridals to the sound of songs performed by the De Lanerolle Brothers. The designers will include Ramani Fernando, Michael Wijesuriya, Lou Ching [...]
An upgraded ‘Chaos by SMS’ returns
The hullabaloo starts when Ram accidently sends an SMS to “Little Black Book”, a contact group of his 13 girlfriends, inviting them all for a ‘dirty weekend’ at his estate bungalow. The message is really meant for his current love interest, Nelum. In a lame attempt to correct his mistake, Ram sends a second text [...]
A show of talent, colour and exquisite dance
If you missed it, you missed out on one of the most stunning dance productions of the year! As always, Kanthi Ranchigoda delivered beyond expectations with yet another mega production ‘Technique Colour’ at the Lionel Wendt from October 20 to 22. It was entertainment of jaw-dropping standards from start to finish when over a hundred [...]
Keep a date with Freddy if you missed out in September
Fans of stand-up comedy are in for a treat as FREDDY Strikes Back returns to the Lionel Wendt for a repeat show. The original run of the comedy show played out to full houses in September and the five performers are back to entertain Colombo audiences again. FREDDY Strikes Back! The repeat show, features five [...]
When cultures and designs combine
Travel across some ancient civilisations where cultures and traditions wove magic into one of a kind masterpieces on November 27, as exclusive Kadambari Jewels and saree boutique Rithihi come together for ‘Colours of the Silk Road’ in aid of the Sunera Foundation to showcase the esoteric beauty of eras past at Hilton Colombo. The High [...]
Unity Mission Trust : Building bridges of friendship for 8 years
Unity Mission Trust which began a unique journey of love and care and fostering of unity and integration, commencing from Menik Farm in May 2009, has now completed eight years of formal existence. The 8th anniversary celebrations on October 29 were led by the Galle Regional Council. A large segment of Unity Mission Trust youth [...]
Prof. Gunawardena to speak on ‘One animal model – many experiments: Use of animal models in physiology experiments’
The inaugural Professor K.N. Seneviratne Memorial Oration was delivered in 1987 by Professor David Witteridge, FRS whose claim to fame was that he was the last direct pupil of the great Oxford Neurophysiologist, Sir Charles Sherrington, OM, Nobel Laureate and President of the prestigious Royal Society of London founded in 1661. Professor K.N. Seneviratne worked [...]
Step into Winter Wonderland
“If anyone is looking for cakes, the BSC Christmas Carnival is the best place to get them,” says Dr. John Scarth, Principal of the British School in Colombo, all enthusiastic about the upcoming Christmas Carnival of the British School in Colombo on December 9. An annual event which brings the school community together, the Carnival [...]
A friend indeed since 1831
The Colombo Friend-in-Need Society, the oldest charity to be established in the country in 1831 by Governor Sir Edward Barnes has been providing humanitarian services to the poor and needy as well as the disabled in the community for the past 186 years. It also became the premier organization to fabricate artificial limbs in the [...]
Sunanda Kodagoda receives award from ANPAS
Sunanda Kodagoda was awarded the ANPAS (Associateship-National Photographic Art Society of Sri Lanka) by the National Photographic Art Society of Sri Lanka at the 18th international photography award ceremony held recently at J.D.A. Perera Art Gallery, Colombo. He is seen here receiving the award from Chairman of the National Photographic Art Society of Sri Lanka, [...]
Senior old Anandians AGM on Nov. 26
The Senior Old Anandians Annual General Meeting and fellowship will be held on Sunday, November 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m at Ananda College, Siyawasa Building. The AGM will be followed by the fellowship lunch at Mettananda Mandiraya ( College Hostel ). The cost is Rs.1,200 which includes a light breakfast and lunch. Old [...]
Dance recital to raise funds for Cancer hospital
Induwara Nupura…anklets of blue lotus….a dance performance by Dr.Udumbara Sevwandi Kumari, will bloom on Saturday, November 25 at 5 p.m. at the Medical Faculty auditorium, Karapitiya,Galle. Organised by Lions Club of Galle City New Century the show is being held to raise funds to build the new cancer hospital in Karapitiya by the Sri Lankan [...]
GFS Pre-Christmas Sale on Nov 24
All you need for Christmas … in November! The annual Pre-Christmas Sale organized by the Girls’ Friendly Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 24 at its headquarters at Green Path, Colpetty from 8 a.m. onwards. A variety of miscellaneous items and Christmas goodies will be on sale.
ASOMBRO : Past Visakhians celebrate diversity
The Old Girls Association of Visakha Vidyalaya is organising ‘ASOMBRO’ , an evening of fellowship with High Tea and a Fashion Show on Sunday, November 26 from 3 p.m. onwards, at the School Main Hall. Asombro is yet another event to mark the centenary celebrations of the school. The theme of the fashion show is, [...]
Discussing sexual health
Need advice on any sexual matter – just walk in to the ‘Public Forum on Sexual Health’ being held in conjunction with the 3rd Biennial meeting of the South Asian Society of Sexual Medicine (SASSM) from 4.45-6.30 p.m. tomorrow (Monday, November 20), at the Lotus Room (Hall B) of the BMICH in Colombo. Sexual health [...]
Turkish Cuisine at the Graze Kitchen, Hilton
Get aboard the Ottoman Express for a fusion of culinary traditions with one pod of authentic Turkish Cuisine at the GRAZE KITCHEN, Hilton Colombo from today, November 19 – Tuesday 28. Savour the delightful flavours, expertly prepared by two visiting guest chefs from Hilton Istanbul; Chef Ali Demir and Chef Ender Arslan. Exciting dishes on [...]