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LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 1 LOHANA COMMUNITY NORTH LONDON NEWS AND EVENTS - AUGUST 2013 President Deepak Jatania Hon. Secretary Dinesh Kotecha Vice President & Editor Vinod Thakrar www.lcnl.org 1 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 2 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 3 CoNteNts RePoRts Page No. Editors Events Dairy President's Fundraising and Building & LCF Secretary's Member announcements & Bereavement Media Officer's Social Secretary Mahila Chairperson Sports Senior ladies Chairperson Senior Men Chairperson Family Guidance & RCT Chairperson's Membership Secretary 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 15 18 20 28 30 34 38‐39‐40 Picture Gallery 21‐25‐31 sPoNsoRs Metro Bank Corrundum Construction limited Yogi Ji's Sanghani Wardrobe Chinmaya Mission Blue Ginger Madhu Colwill Wembley Greetings Canons Gujarati School Indian funeral Directors Major Estates Dhamecha Group 2 8 14 24 26‐27 32 33 35 36 41 43 44 www.lcnl.org 3 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 4 Editor’s Report Dear Members I happy to report that the style, design and the contents of the last issue of the News and Events were positively received by the membership. In this issue, you will notice that all the bodies of LCNL are getting very busy with the religious and entertainment programs. In the forthcoming months we have our Navratri and Diwali festivals. Our Navratri festival is from Saturday 5/10/2013 to 13/10/2013 at our regular venue, Brentford Leisure Centre in Chiswick,TW8 0HJ. As we have two weekends this year, I am sure our members will take the full benefit. We have many programs lined up by teams from LCNL, Mahila’s, Senior Men and Senior Ladies. A lot of hard work goes on behind the scene to make them successful. We are thankful to all concerned including many volunteers who come forward to assist. In the next issue, we will feature reports and programs by our newly formed LCNL Youth body. We are very encouraged by the group of youngsters who have come forward. I am sure they will work closely with us and encourage other youngsters to join us at our activities . There were some errors on the Janmashtami leaflet in the last issue, which is corrected in this publication. Janmashtami is on Wednesday 28th August 2013. Our Chopda Poojan is on Sunday 3/11/2013 at RCT. I would like to wish everybody a Happy Diwali and A Prosperous New Year on behalf of our President, Executive Committee and all the bodies of LCNL. I am also grateful to our sponsors who support us regularly by the way advertising in the News and Events magazine. Vinod Thakrar Vice President & Editor 2013-14 www.lcnl.org 4 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 5 Lohana Community North London Events Diary Day Date Event Venue By Page Sun 25/08/2013 Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi Winston Churchill LCNL 9 Wed 28/08/2013 Krishna Janmashtami KP Hall LCNL 13 Tue 03/09/2013 Cookery demonstration RCT LSC ladies 42 Sat 05/10/2013 Navratri Start Brentford LCNL 22 Sat 12/10/2013 Ladies Garba (afternoon) KP Hall Mahilas 19 Sat 12/10/2013 Navratri (Aatham) Brentford LCNL 22 Sun 13/10/2013 Navratri End Brentford LCNL 23 Thur 17/10/2013 Sharad Poonam Garba RCT LSC ladies 29 Thur 24/10/2013 Diwali Celebrations KP Hall LSC men 30 Sun 03/11/2013 Diwali & Chopda Poojan RCT LCNL 16 Thur 07/11/2013 Tulsi Vivah celebrations RCT Mahilas 37 Sat 09/11/2013 Jalaram Jayanti KP Hall LCNL 17 Thur 14/11/2013 Senior Ladies Diwali Celebration RCT LSC Ladies 29 Sat 14/12/2013 Special Needs Party RCT Mahilas TBA LCNL Speed Date TBA LCNL LSC Ladies LSC Men Mahilas LCNL www.lcnl.org 5 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 6 President’s Message Jai Jalaram The year has started very well with all the community activities and we are now moving forward to deal with the new and exciting challenges. We organised a program on 7 June 2013 at RCT to honor Shree Sanjaybhai Tanna. Members and spouses from LCNL, RCT, LCF, Senior Men, Senior Ladies and Mahila attended. Sanjaybhai Tanna is an elected Independent MP for Tororo district of Uganda. He is one of the 3 Lohana serving MP’s in the world, the others being Lord Dolar Popat and Shruti Vadera. Sanjaybhai gave us a very interesting background to his journey to reach the Ugandan Parliament. All members of the community enjoyed the Katha organised by Dhamecha Parivar. All seven days had very personal, emotional and religious touch from the Dhamecha family. This family has always had LCNL closer to their hearts and this was very evident throughout the katha. On the last day, I, together with my fellow officers had a chance to present a plaque to the Dhamecha family for their contribution and support to LCNL and many other communities. We also had an opportunity to welcome Yogeshbhai Lakhani, President of Lohana Community worldwide (Mahaparishat) on 17th June 2013. Yogeshbhai gave up his legal career to take a challenge of heading 500 Mahajans with a membership of 2.5 million Lohana’s. LCNL, Mahila and all the past Presidents of LCNL attended the event. He is a unique Raghuvanshi Leader with tremendous dedication. We are thankful to Shree CB Patel of Gujarat samachar for covering both the events in Gujarat Samachar publication. LCNL Golf was on 3rd July 2013. We had 89-golf players and 115 members at the Barbecue in the evening. The Metro Bank sponsored this event. It is an achievement for the community to have another corporate partner for our second event, the first being, business dinner. Record contribution was made from current sponsorships as well. This event has now escalated to a new height. For the first time in our history, we have LCNL Youth Organisation (LYO) under our LCNL constitution headed by a new chairperson Reena Popat, who by profession is a Solicitor. The committee consists of capable post holders and committee members from various professional backgrounds. I believe this organization has a vital role of bringing our youths closer to the community and my committee is looking forward to unlocking this huge potential. My sincere thanks to our Vice President, Vinod Thakrar and Jeet Rughani for making this dream come true. We have Hanuman Charitra katha 10th & 11 August 2013- Gujrati Natak ‘Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi ‘on 25th Aug 2013, Janmashtami 28th Aug 2013 followed by Navratri and Diwali. The work at our South Harrow Building is progressing well and the first phase will be completed soon. On completion, we should be able to chart out the planning for the next phase. We still need funds and once again I request all the members to join hands in fulfilling this worthwhile and long awaited project. Finally, I would like to thank all the members for coming forward and showing your support to all LCNL programmes and activities Deepak Dayaljibhai Jatania President LCNL 2013-2014 www.lcnl.org 6 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 7 Fund Raising Officer Report Dear Members The work on our building has started however ,We still need funds to complete the work to his highest starndard. I am looking for various fund raising ideas. I will welcome all constructive input and assistance. I am organizing a meeting shortly and in process of creating a sub-committee. If any one wishes to join me please let me know. My committee will be working jointly with LCF to make this dream project come true and have our own community building. All the Lohanas need to join hands and work together to realise the project. My contact Nos. 07956 810 647 / 0208 424 8686 Dinesh Shonchhatra Fund Raising Officer 2013-14 Building & LCF Report Jai Shree Krishna Further to our last report basic preparation work has been completed for the steel framework and cladding work to commence. Proposed colour scheme for the exterior has been discussed. Once the cladding for the building shell is completed, we will work towards the second phase. As reported previously, we require funding for the refurbishing. Our fundraising team will be active in the next few weeks. I urge to all the members to be generous by donating and joining hand with us to fulfill our ambition of completing the project ASAP. Manishbhai Sangani LCF Chairperson Amratlalbhai Radia Building Chairperson www.lcnl.org 7 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 8 www.lcnl.org 8 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 9 www.lcnl.org 9 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 10 Secretary’s Report You will notice from the various subcommittee reports and the global resume by our President that the work of the Executive Committed is very strongly pursued by the members. All the Chairpersons of all the wings of LCNL are doing a great job for the community On my part I am pleased to report that the administrative aspect of the LCNL is also in order and that the usual follow-ups is maintained by our team. As noted in my last report, this year is fairly important in the history of LCNL as we will be focused on the building project in Harrow and you will note that this is progressing fairly well and that the first phase operation is in progress. The photographic version of the outside has also been prepared, we will soon be embarking on these, and other touches needed to progress the project. The task of raising further funds has been placed in the capable hands of our young an energetic member Dinesh shonchhatra. I have no doubt that we will hear from him with a positive input in due course. Your continued support is important not only into matters any financial help but also other visions that you may have and which you feel will enhance our ambitions of the community. I had also reported the winding up of YLANL. I am pleased to report that this has been positively actioned by our President Dipakbhai and Vice-president Vinod thakrar after the mandate from the AGM to bring under LCNL. A number of youth have been chosen who will head a new body. This new body will be part of LCNL and will be operational on a similar mandate to that of Mahila. Our Youth organisation will work closely with us and will also organise programs, which will be attractive for our Lohana Youths. We anticipate that more youngsters will connect with LCNL through this new body We are in a process of reviewing our constitution in entirety because of many new developments in the recent times. We have a new building, a new LCF trust ,a new youth wing and RCT. We need to take a global view and tune up workings and operational matters for our large organisation LCNL, in a professional manner. Our other Religious Events and other fund raising events are continuously being followed by our conveners and we sincerely thank our sponsors and also supporters who make this happen for the community and us. Jai Sri Krishna Dinesh Kotecha Hon. Secretary 2013-2014 www.lcnl.org 10 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 11 Members Announcements Jai Shree Krishna, Kiran & Sheila Adatia are proud to announce the birth of their grandson, Kanaiya born on 14th June 2013 son of Vishal & Reena Adatia. Tina and Nish are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Shanaya born on Monday 8th July 2013 grand daughter of Pratibha and Amubhai Lakhani. Vishal and Sweta Sodha are proud to announce the birth of their daughter on 25th July2013. Lohana Community North London Bereavement Committee Our committee is committed in providing helping hand to the families during the sad time. We can assist by finding • Prayer halls • Priest • Bhajan Mandlis • Place to conduct a service, if there is an accommodation concerns • General advise on bereavement procedures and services For Further Information and any assistance including Hall Booking please contact: Vinubhai Kotecha Rameshbhai Devani Manubhai Radia : 07956 847764 : 07957 150505 : 07961 351484 Our database is being reviewed in the next few weeks because of incomplete email addresses and members unsubscribing by mistake. We will send you a seperate email to ask your permission to reinstate unsubscribed emails. If you wish to receive bereavement announcements then, please register by forwarding your e-mail address to: [email protected] Vinubhai Kotecha LCNL Bereavement Convener 2013-14 [email protected] www.lcnl.org 11 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 12 Media Officer Report News and events Magazine: The first news and event magazine for the year 2013-14 was posted on 31sy May 2013. It is an important publication as contains details and reports from the newly elected committee. It includes planned programmes for the year, subcommittee details, contact details of all the lcnl bodies and committee members. We had some encouraging remarks from the members on the design, quality and the contents, which is always appreciated. We thank the members for talking the time to give us the feedback The following subcommittee members played a vital part in the new design and concept. Jeet Rughani, Dinesh thakerar and Dinesh shonchhatra. If members wish to advertise then the rate is £175per page .Our next issue will be in December 2013. Once again if anybody has any articles or information, which the member’s would find beneficial, then they should send it to me by e-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.lcnl.org: Since the launch of the new website, visits to the site have increased. All programme information from each of the lcnl bodies is regularly updated. We will shortly align the website with the information from this publication of the News and Events. We still have some development work to do to make our website more users friendly. I am happy to receive any constructive contribution by e-mail, Face Book and Tweetor: Merits and benefits to the community members is being reviewed .It will be implemented, if it is useful to our membership. I am thankful to Yatin Dawada for his valuable contribution. e-News Letter: This media is instant, cost effective and it is the future way to communicate .It is only available to the registered members (One per membership). Currently we have around 800 registered members. Kiritbhai is sending out new forms to the members who have not yet completed the form previously. Madhuben Popat and Ashok Dattani are assisting me in this media and we will soon transmit E News for this year Raghuvanshi Diwali Magazine This magazine is very important publication for the community as it is an opportunity for the members to convey messages through advertising. It is also an opportunity for all wings of LCNL to report on progress to date. This publication is produced to a very high standard and members retain it for the articles and information published. Advertisers have an added benefit as this magazine is on the front screen of our website-www.lcnl.org. All potential advertisers are requested to contact me. If any members would have interesting articles or information which could be useful to other members then please send it to me by e-mail by 6th september 2013. Our senior experienced team members from last year will join me this year as well. Vinod Thakrar Vice President and Media Officer LCNL 2013-14 ([email protected]) www.lcnl.org 12 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 13 Lohana Community of North London Invites you all to celebrate JANMASHTAMI On Wednesday 28th August 2013 sponsors for the evening: sachin, Dharam, shreemati Ditiben, shree Ketanbhai Ramniklal Kotecha Parivar Venue : Kadwa Patidar Hall Address: Kenmore Avenue, Kenton, HA3 8LU Programme: 18:30 to 23:00 Maha Prashad : 18:30 to 20:00 Bhajans, Raas Garba : Krishna Janam & Aarti : 20:00 to 23:00 For further information please contact : Pratapbhai Khagram: 0208 248 4601 Dineshbhai Kotecha: 07816813239 Pushpaben Karia: 0208 907 9563 Vinubhai Kotecha: 07956 847764 Pratibha Lakhani: 0208 907 3330 Vishal Sodha: 07732 010955 Madhu Popat: 0208 954 8389 Sandhyaben Gandecha: 01707 270540 Dhirubhai Savani: 07956 492 825 Jeet Rughani: 07956 284 177 www.lcnl.org 13 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 14 satvic Products www.Yogijis.com 1. 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Our team members work very hard and it is always good to see the support from all the bodies of LCNL. Our sponsors play a great role in working side by side with us and have their support The following are forth-coming events; we look forward to seeing you at these events Chalti Kaa Naam Gadi: LCNL has arranged for another hilarious gujarati natak “Chalti kaa naam gadi”. This natak is in aid of the new Lohana Building being built in South Harrow. Date: Sunday 25th August 2013 Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £35/£25/£20/£15 Including Dinner Venue: Winston Churchill Hall, Pinn Way, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 7QL. JANMAsHtAMi The actual festival falls on Wednesday 28th August, 2013 and to maintain the importance and spirits of that day, the celebration is also arranged on the same day. Date: Wednesday 28th August 2013 Venue: Kadwa Patidar Hall, Kenmore Avenue Kenton HA3 8 LU Time: 06.30PM to 11.00PM Sponsored by: Sachin, Dharam, Shreemati Ditiben, Shree Ketanbhai Ramniklal Kotecha Parivar Mahaprashad will be served from 6.30pm until 8.00pm, thereafter followed by bhajans, raasgarba, Krishna janam and arti. NAVRAtRi Date: 5th October until 13th October 2013. Venue: Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre, 658 Chiswick High Road, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 0HJ. DiWALi AND CHoPDA PUJAN Date: 03rd November 2013 Venue: RCT Hall, Headstone Lane, Harrow HA2 6 NG Fees: £25.00 Per Poojan Registration starts: 05.00 pm to 6.00pm Puja Ceremony: 06.00 pm until 7.30pm Refreshment: 07.30pm onwards JALARAM JAYANti Jalarambapa was a supreme Lohana by birth and a devout devotee of Lord Ram. LCNL is looking forward to celebrate the jayanti of this great soul as every year as per the below details. Date: Venue: Time: Sponsored by: Saturday 09th November 2013 KadwaPatidar Hall, Kenmore Avenue Kenton HA3 8 LU 06.30pm to 11.00pm (Mahaprashad from 06.30pm onwards) Shreemati Nimuben Kotecha and Parivar Pratap Khagram Social Secretary 2013-14 www.lcnl.org 15 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 16 LOHANA COMMUNITY NORTH LONDON Cordially invite you all to celebrate the Ceremony of C H O P DA P O O JA N On Sunday, 03rd November 2013 at R.C.T Hall, Headstone Lane, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 6NG Registration: 05:00pm – 06:00pm Puja Ceremony: 06:00pm – 07:30pm Fees: £25 Per Poojan (Pooja Samagri will be provided) Please bring your own book Refreshment: 07:30pm Limited Seats – So please reserve as soon as possible Please Contact: Pratapbhai Khagram: Pratibha Lakhani: Madhu Popat: Vinubhai Kotecha: Pravin Khagram: 07791 455 910 Pushpaben Karia: 0208 907 3330 Dineshbhai Kotecha: 0208 954 8389 Vinod Thakrar: 07956 847 764 Vishal Sodha: 07939 223 151 Urmilaben Thakkar: Sandhyaben Gendecha: 01707 270 540 0208 907 9563 0781 681 3239 07960 541 216 07732 010 955 01923 825 523 www.lcnl.org 16 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 17 LOHANA COMMUNITY NORTH LONDON With Yajmans Shrimati Nimuben Kotecha and Parivar Invite all the members to celebrate JALARAM JAYANTI On Saturday 09th November 2013 At Kadwa Patidar Hall Kenmore Avenue, Kenton HA3 8LU Time: 06.30pm to 08.00 pm Prashadi Bhajan 08.00pm to 11.00PM For details and to reserve your places please contact: Pratap Khagram: Pratibha Lakhani: Vishal Sodha: Rajnikant Sawjani: Madhu Popat: Yatin Dawda: 07791 455 910 020 8907 3330 07732 010 955 0208 907 2401 0208 954 8389 0208 904 6890 Pushpaben Karia: 0208 907 9563 Vinod Thakrar: 07960 541 216 Vinubhai Kotecha: 07956 847764 Pravin Khagram: 020 8426 6234 Dhirubhai Savani: 07956 492 825 Sandhyaben Gandecha: 01707 270 540 www.lcnl.org 17 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 18 LCNL Mahila Mandal Chairperson Report Jai Shree Krishna, Jai Jalaram We hope everyone is enjoying the surprisingly warm weather together with the Wedding season. Our 1st “programme was a Yatra” on 22nd May 2013, to Birmingham to visit Shree Balaji Mandir and the Ek Niwas Universal Temple as well as visiting the Chocolate Factory was a huge success. Everyone indulged with the chocolate and had lots of fun. On 29th June 2013, we had a Laughter Therapy Yoga Workshop at RCT, which was a new event and was well received by all those who attended and they all appreciated the “HO HO HA HA” therapy with positive and encouraging support. Now with Shravan Month approaching fast and we ask Lord Shiv for eternal blessings. On Monday 19th August, please come and join in Rudri poojan. There are exciting times too as we are closely working with our LCNL parent team. Our forthcoming event, a Gujarati play, “Chalti Ka Nam Gaadi” on Sunday 25th August at Winston Churchill, Ruislip. Tickets are selling fast. On 12th October, we have our ever-popular ladies Navratri Garba’s. Please come, enjoy mela style garbas with lots of stalls, and end up by participating in the 108 Aarti. On 7th November, we have The Divine Wedding of Bhagwan Shaligram (Vishnu Bhagwan) and Mata Tulsi Vranda. On 14th December, 2013 we are organsing our Annual Special Needs party at RCT. We are hoping to have conferences and talks on medical aspects too. We look forward to welcoming you, your family and friends to join and enjoy all these events listed in this issue of News and Events. On behalf of all the Mahila’s, I thank you all once again for your continued support. Sandhya Gandecha (Chairperson) Mahila Chairperson 2013-14 www.lcnl.org 18 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 19 LCNL MAHILA MANDAL Proudly presents The Ever Popular Ladies Navratri Garbas Live Music with Nitu Shah & Group Let’s Enjoy Gujarati Mela style - Jewellery, Sari Stalls, and many more....... “Halo..Halo sakhio ....mahila mandal saathe Raas Garbani Ramzaat layei ane Diwali ni kharidi kariye.....” Dandias and Aarti Thalis on Sale Highlight: 108 Aartis as it is Aatham Stalls available for Hire On Saturday 12th October 2013 At Shree Kadwa Patidar Samaj (UK), Kenmore Avenue, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8LU Time : Door Opens at 12:00pm 12:30pm sharp to 1:30pm – Farari Lunch (strictly no lunch after 1:45pm) 1:30pm onwards Navratri Garba Starts.....until 5.00PM Entrance: £8.00 (Adult) and £4.00 (Children 5-10yrs) For Tickets And Further Information please contact: Sandhyaben Gandecha 01707 270540 Nutanben Jobanputra 01923 836309 Pushpaben Karia 020 8907 9563 Nutanben Badiani 020 8908 1353 Naynaben Popat 07958 402843 Pushpaben Panchmatia 020 8537 8580 Hansaben Devani 01923 241897 Seemaben Devani 07932 007906 www.lcnl.org 19 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 20 LCNL Sports Report LCNL Golf 3rd July 2013 The annual LNCL golf tournament was held at the Essendon Country Club in Hatfield on Wednesday 3 July 2013. The event proved to be more successful than last year with 89 golfers who took part on the day and we were forced to turn away over 20 late applicants. The whole day proved to be an immense success with all participants enjoying not only the golf but also the BBQ in the evening. Can I start by thanking all of the participants without whom there would have been no golf day and also a thank you to those that attended the BBQ in the evening. Can I also thank Club 2000 who provided the food for the BBQ in the evening. Judging by the feedback that we have received, everyone who attended loved the venue and the food. Our main sponsor for the event this year was Metro Bank to whom we are very grateful for their support and for providing various gifts to the participants. Again, Rameshbhai Radia sponsored the floating trophy, which was awarded to the winner of the event. Special thanks to Thakrar Family of HT & Co Drinks for their generous sponsorship for the last 2 years Again, we were able to acquire a number of sponsors for the event and can I thank them all for the generosity that they showed in sponsoring our event. The sponsors for the holes were Tiger Holidays.com, Sterling Accountants, Harold Benjamin, Santok Group (who sponsored two holes), Harrow Service Centre, Kamsons Pharmacy, Newland Manor, Maurya, SPEDAG INTERFREIGHT AG, Handsdale Limited and Westminster Homes. Lastly, can I say a special thank you to the following team members for helping to organise the event and also for ensuring that everything ran so smoothly on the day and without who the event would not have been possible; Mahendra Ganatra, Ashok Sodha, Vinod Thakrar, Deepak Jatania, Janu Kotecha, Prakash Radia and Kantibhai Kakad. All of these people played a major role in ensuring that the event was a success. We hope next year will prove to be even more successful! Dhiru savani Conveyor www.lcnl.org 20 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 21 Lohana Community North London Golf Day www.lcnl.org 21 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 22 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 23 23 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:19 Page 24 www.lcnl.org 24 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 25 Lohana Community North London Events Mahaparishat President’s Visit Mahaparishat President’s Visit Sanjaybhai Tanna MP Uganda Mahaparishat President’s Visit Sanjaybhai Tanna MP Uganda Sanjaybhai Tanna MP Uganda www.lcnl.org 25 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 26 www.lcnl.org 26 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 27 www.lcnl.org 27 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 28 LCNL Lohana Senior Ladies Centre’s Report Jai Shree Krishna After a successful event in May, Senior Ladies went to South End On Sea on 13th June 2013. Though the weather was not favourable, the ladies’ plucked up the courage to join us for picnic. It was not raining but it was very windy when we reached our destination. It was impossible to sit in a park to have picnic. However, with the help of our influential committee members like Pratibha and Naju, we managed to coax the Café Owner to let us sit in his small cafeteria and eat our lunch. In return we promised him that we will all order coffee after lunch. My thanks also go to Pratibha and Naju. Everybody sat in a warm cafeteria and enjoyed the lunch and hot coffee. My thanks go to Maheshwari, Laxmiben, Savitaben, and Geeta Gadhia for helping on the day. Lohana member from the town had invited us for tea at his place. Unfortunately, the coach driver was reluctant to take us there so we had to drop the idea. The ladies had a good time roaming in the shopping arena but due to the bad weather, we could not walk on the sea shore. In spite of this, we all had a good time. On 2nd July, we had arranged to have a Lagna Geet Competition but as no-one showed any interest to participate it was cancelled. 12 ladies from the public took part in the singing competition. We had three winners, namely, Prafula, Kusumben Morjaria, and Sarojben Adatia. Mayaben Panchal entertained us by singing Lagna Geets covering the whole ceremony starting from the arrival of Jaan till the Vidai of the newly married. In some of the songs, the ladies participated in singing. Pushpaben Raja provided Ormu on the day and everybody relished the Idly Sāmbhar snacks. My sincere thanks to the committee members for their untiring support and hard work at all the functions. My sincere thanks to Pushpaben Raja for supporting us. Our forthcoming programmes are Loti Utsav on Thursday, 8th August, 2013. The Manorathi for Lotiji is £11. Other vaishnavs can come free of charge. Pujya Pad. Go.Shree Priti Betiji Mahodyashree has kindly agreed to grace the function by her presence. Sunilbhai (Mathuravasi) from India will sing bhajans and Garbas. Light Farari snacks will be served after the Utsav, followed by Cookery Demonstration in September, Sharad Poonam Garba in October and Diwali Lunch in November. We hope to see you all at these functions. Urmila Thakkar, MBE Chairperson www.lcnl.org 28 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 29 LCNL – LOHANA SENIOR LADIES CENTRE Celebrates Sharad Poonam On Thursday, 17th October, 2013 (Please note change of date) At Raghuvanshi Sports Centre, Headstone lane, Harrow, Middx. HA3 6NG Music by welknown Kirit Vakani and Marina’s Group Time : 1pm - 4-30pm Price: £5 per person • £6 for Non-members (Light snacks will be served) Diwali Celebration On Thursday 14th November, 2013 (Please note change of date) at Raghuvanshi Sports Centre, Headstone Lane, Harrow, Middx. HA3 6NG Lunch : 1pm Dairo by wellknown Artists from 2pm Price : £7 Per person & £8 Non-Member Urmila Thakkar MBE Pushpaben Karia Naju Thakkar ConTACT 01923 825523 Pushpaben Panchmatia 0208 907 9563 Maheshwari Kotecha 0208 424 0516 Champaben Thakkar 0208 537 8580 0208 902 1983 01923 832812 To avoid disappointments please book your tickets early. www.lcnl.org 29 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 30 Lohana Social Centre (Men) Since our last report in the News Events in May 2013, the following programmes have been held: A member’s social get together with their spouses was arranged on 14 June 2013 .This was to encourage more youngsters and was attended by 140 participants. After lunch a variety of entertainment items including a Bingo was played. I am pleased to report that our long-standing supporter, MrsPushpaben Raja, sponsored the whole event. We are grateful for her regular support. As this programme has become very popular, the spouses have arranged a reciprocal event on Friday 16 August 2013 with a view to returning the hospitality to the centre members. A one-day picnic to the Crawley temple and Brighton was arranged on Sunday the 7 July 2013. The weather turned out to be very favorable and 49 member who participated enjoyed the picnic. We have recently completed our Table Tennis and Pool annual competitions and the winners and runner-ups will be awarded trophies on Monday the 29 July 2013. Our annual Grand Diwali Dinner celebration programme is planned on Thursday the 24 October 2013 at Kadwa Patidar Hall. The programme consists of a social evening with dinner followed by melodious music. This event is very popular amongst our members and senior members of our community at large. It is usually well supported by LCNL and RCT. Once again, the Committee has decided that the charges per person will be £15 only. Further details will be announced in due course. Our AGM/Annual Panchayat was held on Wednesday the 24 July 2013. The President of LCNL Deepakbhai Jatania and two LCNL representatives, Janubhai Kotecha and Vinodbhai Thakrar attended. In the absence of Shree Popatbhai Ruparelia the election was very effectively carried out by LCNL President Deepakbhai Jatania. We thank them for their continuous support. Chairperson: secretary: treasurer: the new Management Committee for the year 2013-14: Chandubhai Rughani, 3 Newland Close, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 4QP. Tel 020 8421 0460. Kantibhai Hindocha, 89 Kingfield Avenue, North Harrow, HA2 6AL. Tel 020 8248 0644 Kantibhai Kakad, 64 Brook Drive, Harrow, HA1 4RT, Tel 020 8248 1635 Committee Members:1. Kantibhai Davda - 020 8427 5461 3. Kantibhai Karia - 020 8428 9840 5. Vinod Nathwani - 020 8906 2023 2. Vinod Morjaria 4. Rameshbhai Thakkar 6. Kiran Sachdev - 020 8449 0914 - 020 8207 5629 - 020 8954 9552 ex officio Members:Ajitbhai Adatia-Immediate Past Chairnman - LSC Deepakbhai Jatania - President – LCNL LCNL Representatives to LsC:Vinod Thakrar - Vice President - LCNL Janubhai Kotecha - Immediate Past President - LCNL Jai Shree Krishna Chandubhai Rughani Chairperson - Lohana Social Centre - Men www.lcnl.org 30 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 31 Dhamecha Parivar Katha Presentation & Aarthi by LCNL President, LCUK President & Mahaparishat President & IPP Mahaparishat & Sanjaybhai Tanna’s Events June 2013 www.lcnl.org 31 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 32 www.lcnl.org 32 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 33 Madhu Colwill Gujarati Speaking NOTARY PUBLIC And ACCREDITED MEDIATOR Provides assistance with the following: • • • • • • • • • • • Notarisation of Company Documents OCI Affidavits Foreign Documents Prepared and Witnessed Overseas Powers of Attorney Sponsorship Declarations Statutory Declarations Legalisation of Documents Certifying LPA’s Wills and Probate Mediation services in Commercial , Legal, Probate, family, and Workplace disputes Evening and Weekend Appointments available e 24 Hillbury Avenu HARROW 8EW Middlesex HA3 99 Tel: 020 8907 26 [email protected] Email: madiecolw lic-mc.co.uk Web: notarypub www.lcnl.org 33 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 34 Family Guidance Report FoR eVeNt HeLD oN 9tH JUNe 2013 The venue for this event was the Navnat Centre in Hayes hired through the Navnat Council of Vanik Association at cost price as this is their community hall. t 3 other organisations were also associated with us and as per protocol we were briefed and informed at all times. t 260 young boys and girls who were registered and fully participated in the event. t Amongst these there were 45 Lohana Boys and Girls t I have discussed with our President and Jeet Rughani to host a Lohana only event which we are aiming to host in September 2013. t The next mixed event involving the four communities and a possible fifth one (including the SONI community) is planned for November 2013. t I once again thank my committee who attended and assisted me in the event on the day. Dinesh Kotecha Convenor- Family Guidance RCT Chairperson’s Report I feel extremely proud and privileged to have been given an opportunity to serve the Community through the medium of RCT as a Trustee and latterly as Chairperson. My term following the AGM will come to an end this year. I am extremely thankful to my fellow trustees with whom I have worked for the last 6 years. They have been of tremendous help, assistance and guidance particularly in the upgrading and refurbishment of the RCT hall and it ancillary facilities. As a result of this, the hire and other use of the premises have been expanded and has given us resources to continue with the improvements. I would also like to thank the LCNL President, Executive Committee and affiliated bodies for their continual support in all matters and cooperation which has led to the better enjoyment and understanding of our objectives. With the completion of the Brember House project, I am sure that both facilities will be used to the maximum benefit of the community at large. It only remains for me to wish the incoming Chairperson all the best and look forward to the continual support for the RCT facilities from the community members. Jai Shri Krishna Yash Hindocha Chairman - Raghuvanshi Charitable Trust www.lcnl.org 34 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 35 We stock Office Stationery, Greeting Cards & Toys www.lcnl.org 35 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 36 www.lcnl.org 36 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 37 \ LCNL MAHILA MANDAL \ T ul si Vivah Inviation The Divine Wedding of Bhagwan Shaligram (Vishnu Bhagwan) and Mata Tulsi Vranda, to be celebrated at RCT Hall, Headstone Lane, Headstone on Thursday 7th November 2013 (Labh Pancham) at 12.30pm followed by Mahaprashad For Further Information please contact: Sandhyaben Gandecha 01707 270540 Naynaben Popat 07958 402843 Pushpaben Panchmatia 020 8537 8580 Hansaben Devani 01923 241897 Seemaben Devani 07932 007906 Urmilaben Thakkar (MBE) 01923 825523 www.lcnl.org 37 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 38 www.lcnl.org 38 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 39 www.lcnl.org 39 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 40 Membership Secretary Report Be a Proud Lohana & introduce a friend or relative to join the membership Now you may ask – what is a Life Membership and what can it offer you? • Well, as a Life Member you’re part of a largest group of Lohanas outside India– a real community- who share the same goals, have a say in how the community is run and enjoy the true sense of belonging. • Membership also means being involved in the Community’s Religious, Social and Fund Raising events. • You can play a more hands-on role in helping your Community too if you like. There are many other events which are regularly organised and your involvement would strengthen the Community. • You have a chance to shape the way we run the Community affairs, policies and share our values and principles to retain the culture and foundation for the younger generation. So, if you share our values and principles, why not join us today? Life Membership costs £75. To join us - download the application form by visiting www.lcnl.org or complete the adjacent form and return with your remittance. I look forward to receiving your application and most importantly to your participation in the Lohana Community North London. Kirit Vithlani Membership Secretary 2013-14 www.lcnl.org 40 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 41 www.lcnl.org 41 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 42 LCNL – LOHANA SENIOR LADIES CENTRE Organises COOKERY DEMONSTRATIONS Mouth watering variety of dishes to entertain our guests, relatives and friends during Diwali festival. On Tuesday, 3rd September, 2013 Demonstrations by welknown Jyoti Shah • Kusumben Morjaria • Vilas Thakrar Place : RCT Sports Centre, Headstone lane, Harrow, Middx. HA3 6NG TIME: 1pm to 4.30pm Ticket price : £5 per person • £6 for non members. LIGHT SNACKS WILL BE SERVED AFTER THE DEMONSTRATION Urmila Thakkar, MBE Pushpaben Karia Naju Thakkar Maheshwari Kotecha Contact 01923 825523 Pratibha Lakhani 0208 907 9563 Pushpaben Panchmatia 0208 424 0516 Champaben Thakkar 0208 902 1983 0208 907 3330 0208 537 8587 01923 832812 www.lcnl.org 42 LCNL N-E aug5-13 seq pgs:Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:20 Page 43 Design & Printed by Spotcolour Ltd. 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