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The mailing list software is down. GoaNet, Goan Voice Canada, Goan Voice UK etc. are affected. The UK newsletter continues to be published and has been posted at www.goacom.com/news You can read the newsletter at that site. I am attempting to post it individually to subscribers. Please note that you may have to check the website for future issues. I will be in Goa 6 Dec to 10 Jan. so the service may be erratic in the period. However, you can continue to contact me at eddie@fernandes.u-net.com
COMMUNITY NEWS From Gregg Carvalho: I am pleased to report that The Feast of our Lady of Livrament, on 17th Nov., which was organised by Paixao Colaco, to raise funds for the construction of the Holy Trinity Church in Benaulim, raised Rupees 55,423 which has been sent to Goa. Well done Paixao and God Bless. Xmas gift? Book by Richard F. Burton. Title: Goa and the Blue Mountains. Published by Richard Bentley, London, 1851. Available for sale from Book Shop in Penticton, 242 Main Street, Penticton, BC, Canada for US$ 3750.00 (£ 2,415). See: http://www.abebooks.com/home/BOOKSHOP/ Alternatively a University of California Press, 1991 reprint is available from The Bookshop, 10 Commercial Road, Leeds, UK for £8. See: http://dogbert.abebooks.com/servlet/SellerInfoPL?vci=56598 Book Review of 'A Girl From Zanzibar'. By Roger King. $14.95,
320 pages. ISBN: 1885586604. Excerpts from New York Times: .entertaining
novel about postcolonial migrants trying to survive in Margaret
Thatcher's Britain .arguing with her forceful Aunt Stella, a pillar
of the local Goan community. Aunt Stella, a Dickensian eccentric
for sure, insists that Goans are ''really Europeans in disguise.''
''We have European names, some of us have European blood. We've
been European for 400 years. We eat beef. We drink alcohol. We
ballroom dance. We're European.'' Naughty Marcella disagrees:
''Just because our ancestors were the first to jump into bed with
the Portuguese when they arrived in India, doesn't make us European.''
1082 words. Check out the Fr Agnelo website at http://www.fragnelpilar.com/index.html Sections on: Life Process of Beatification; Favours; Sayings of Fr. Agnelo; What the contemporaries say of Agnelo; Articles and News Reports on Fr. Agnelo; Books on Fr. Agnelo.
DEATHS 2 Nov: California: EGIDIA MARIA FERNANDES, wife of late Bonaventure Francisco Fernandes (Siolim), Mother to Margaret & John Carrasco ( London); Julius & Elaine Fernandes (California). 15 Nov. Varca, Goa, ROSITA FERNANDES, wife of late Romano, mother of Glenda/Kennedy Rebello (Kuwait), Glency/Peter D'Costa (UK). 19 Nov. Lisbon. Dr. JOSE JUSTINO COELHO, 78, Retired Judge. Father of Nalini Merrullo, Pracash Coelho and Suresh Coelho. 21 Nov: London (Hanwell). VICTOR DA COSTA (Ex Customs, Mombasa). Husband of Netty. Father of Vanessa. Brother of Sofia de Sousa (Nairobi), Felix da Costa (Canada), Reina Vaz (London). Funeral service to be held on Fri. 29th Nov. 9.15am at the Church of Our Lady and Saint Joseph, 52 Uxbridge Road, Hanwell, London W7, followed by cremation at 10.45am at South West Crematorium, Hounslow Road, Feltham. Condolences to reinavaz@hotmail.com 21 Nov. London (Wimbledon), MARIO (MAC) FARIA. Husband of Ercillia. Father of Winston and Rose. 22 Nov. Mapusa, Goa. LAURA ANNA BRAGANZA, 92. Wife of late Angelo Braganza, Mother/Mother-in-law of late Edgar/Gladys (UK), Edna/Anthony Rocha, Elma/Valentine (Mumbai). Grand Mother of Russell/Grace (UK) etc. 26 Nov. Cuncolim, Goa. Fr. VASCO DIAS. (Ex-Parish Priest of Nakuru, Naivasha Kenya)
FLIGHT INFORMATION Freedom Direct, a Newcastle-based call centre that sells the holidays of major travel firms is offering two weeks to Goa, departing from Gatwick on Friday with Somak Holidays for £189 - a saving of £340 on the brochure price. Freedom Direct 0870 010 7812 . Daily Telegraph 23 Nov.
GOA NEWS HEADLINES Refuge, an Ismail Merchant production, has completed filming in Goa. Plot Outline: Affluent American couple visit Goa to re-assess their marriage and meet a local girl who instigates a confrontation between the two. The film stars: Sarita Choudhury as the Girl (Kama Sutra, 1996; Mississippi Masala 1991). It also has Gerson Da Cunha as the Taxi Driver. (he played Dr Correa in Cotton Mary, 1999). Full details of the film are at http://us.imdb.com/Title?0326056 Stray cattle 'colonise' Baga beach, irk tourists. The cattle
potter about the sunbathing foreigners nosing around for food
to eat and depositing cakes of dung in the sand. Under the Portuguese nationality law of 1975, persons born in former Portuguese India, as well as their descendants up to third generation, are entitled to Portuguese nationality. People have to wait for years in Goa just to submit an application. However 'agents' in Goa have set up direct links with Lisbon. There are hints of a move by the Portuguese government to amend the nationality law and stop giving passports to people from Goa, Daman and Diu. Navhind Times. 27 Nov. 557 words. http://www.navhindtimes.com/stories.php?part=news&Story_ID=112747 Goa to host international seafood show 7-9 Feb. 2003. 149 words CM Parrikar has strongly objected to the classification of Goa as an unsafe destination following two incidents of rape of British women on Goan beaches. He has even agreed to bear the air travel expenses of one of the rape victims to fight her case in court. The other victim died last year. http://indiabroad.rediff.com/news/2002/nov/23goa.htm Renaissance Goa resort, Holiday Inn Goa, Majorda Beach Resort
and the Casino catamaran Caravela are among the those reported
to be up for sale. Economic Times 25 Nov. Goa plans educational scheme for special children. Rediff 27
Nov.
IN THE NEWS 21 Nov. Oxford Student. The Oxford Stunt Factory has orchestrated the 'Greatest Movie Stunt Ever' in James Bond's breathtaking bungee jump off a dam in the opening sequence of 'Goldeneye'. For their next big project they are considering a helicopter jump in Goa. http://www.oxfordstudent.com/2002-11-21/news/15 [On 25 Nov. it was reported that a student was killed in a human catapult stunt in the UK]. 22 Nov. National Catholic Reporter (USA). Priests in Goa believe that the Vatican should canonize Blessed Joseph Vaz without requiring a second miracle. 219 words. 23 Nov. The Guardian. Feature article on Christmas in Goa. By Louise Nicholson. Can't face another year of turkey and mince pies? Spend Christmas in Goa, breakfasting on papaya and bathing in the Arabian sea. Excerpts: .we mixed lazy hotel life with land trips, renting a car and driver - only a fool would drive his family around India, even in laid-back Goa .At Margao we found the fish market where fisherwomen crouch, cheroot between lips, beside baskets of shrimp, sardines and prawns .Goa's 1,446 square miles is roughly the same size as Sussex .Nehru, increasingly annoyed by Goa's wholesale whisky smuggling through its port, took firm action in 1961. 1,424 words. http://travel.guardian.co.uk/countries/story/0,7451,845562,00.html 23 Nov. Derby Evening Telegraph. Fifteen pupils from Repton School are to set off to Goa, for two weeks, on Friday, Dec. 6. The boys, aged 15 to 18, will play six matches against club teams. 24 Nov. People (UK). One top contender for an Animal Action Award is 50-year-old Alan Knight, chief executive of International Animal Rescue. Part of his current work is a project in Goa, India, sterilising 70 cats and dogs a day to reduce the problem of strays. 24 Nov. Ottawa Citizen. By Fred Donnelly. Last summer, I had the opportunity to sample Goan cuisine in a restaurant situated near the castle of St. George overlooking Lisbon. The experience was a reminder of one of those half-forgotten little places of the world. Who remembers where Goa is these days? It was a one-time Portuguese colony in India noted for its blending of European and Asian cultures. Goa is now part of India because in a little bit of post-Imperial housekeeping, the Indian army simply took it over by force in December of 1961. So the former Portuguese enclave is slowly fading back into "Mother India," a footnote in the history of imperialism, fondly remembered by such people as the expatriates now running a restaurant in Lisbon. 25 Nov. Wireless Week (USA). Mobile phone firms in Goa ring in price war. 739 words. Click here..... 25 Nov. New Statesman. Book Review of: India In Slow Motion by Mark Tully Viking, 302pp, £17.99 ISBN 0670885584. One of the chapters, Altered Altars, is his account of Christianity in Goa. 26 Nov. Zenit (Rome). St. Francis Xavier, has joined the ranks of comic-book superheroes. A 48 page comic book in 10 languages, illustrated by Miguel Berzosa, will be made available worldwide. 290 words. http://www.zenit.org/english/visualizza.phtml?sid=28184
FORTHCOMING Fri. 29 Nov. (5.30pm - late) Young London Goans Society (YLGS) - Free membership - Monthly get-together. Los Locos Bar/restaurant/Club 24 -26 Russell Street, London, WC2B 5HF New members welcome. Nearest underground: Convent Garden. Contacts: marie.pereira@talk21.com 07958373076, alisonbraganza@hotmail.com 07799 586 793, dsouzajj@hotmail.com 07957 395 811. Sun. 1 Dec. 12.30pm. Goan Association (UK). Feast Of St Francis Xavier at Archbishop Lanfranc School, Mitcham Road, Croydon. Choir by the Goan Musical Society. Contacts: Diego Pinto 020 - 8767 0663, Cyril Rapose: 020 - 8874 8329. Tue.3 Dec.7.00pm. Feast of St Francis Xavier celebrated at the Goan Community Centre, Keston Rd. N17. Ladainha followed by Mass and a Feast of shared eats & drink after the service. This will be a time for reflection when we explore our hopes & fears, giving thanks to all the volunteers. Tue. 3 Dec. 7:45pm. The South East Goans Sports & Social Club will be celebrating the Feast of St. Francis Xavier. St. Thomas More Church, Long Lane, Bexleyheath, Kent. Principal Celebrant: Right Reverend Bishop Charles Henderson. Free refreshments in the Church Hall after Mass. Contacts: Damaciano: 020 8316 1473; Eusebio: 020 8304 9089; Alex: 020 8306 0974. Tue. 3 Dec. 7:00pm. Special Holy Mass to commemorate the 450th anniversary of St Francis Xavier at the Holy Family Church, Trelawney Avenue, Langley, Slough. The mass will be celebrated by Rev. Fr. Oliver Antao s.f.x., and will be followed by a get together after the service. Further information from Ciril de Quadros (ph 07986355391) or e-mail dequadrosc@hotmail.com Fri. 6 Dec. Join 'Say One Do One Disco' in an evening playing R&B, Garage and latest tunes. All welcome, free entry. Upstairs in the Princess Louise Pub, 208 High Holborn from 7 till 11. For details call Paul on 07956 496190 or Nigel 07956 984532 or email: say1do1@hotmail.com Sat. 7 Dec. 3pm sharp. Goan Cultural Society. A Children's Konkani Pantomime CINDERELLA" written and directed by Mike Alfonso, at St Johns Hall, Bourne Hill, Palmers Green, London N13. Admission: Adults £5; Children £3. Contact Ida- 020 8881 2921 or Rosy - 020 8352 9450. Flyer at: http://community.webshots.com/photo/41541835/55241902TCLAOw Sun 8 Dec. The Moira Association, London is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Starting with a thanksgiving Mass from 12.30pm followed by a social till 8pm - Music provided by Maz & Co. Location: Bishop Thomas Grant School, Streatham, SW16. Tickets Prices - Members: £10; Guests: £12 Children under 13: £5 (all prices include a meal and snacks) Please contact Alex De Mello 020 8306 0974 or Joe Mendes 020 8303 3974 for tickets. ALL WELCOME! Sun 8 Dec. North London Goans celebrating the Feast of St. Francis Xavier. White Hart Lane School Hall, White Hart Lane, Wood Green, London. Tickets contact Seby D'Silva 020 8245 5463; Johnny Fernandes 020 8881 4579 or Tina Rodrigues 07957 272 134. Thu. 12 Dec. 10.30am -12.30am. Repeated 19th Dec. Come & join the 'Over 50's group' to make Goan Christmas 'Cuswar' at the Goan Community Centre, Keston Rd. N17. Ingredients provided by the GCA. If interested contact candyrose2000@hotmail.com Thu. 12 Dec. From Commander Joseph Da Gama: Please join us for a Presentation on The Royal Navy at the Goan Community Centre, Keston Rd. N17 7-9pm. Over 60 Career options. Workshop followed by refreshments. It is important to know the attendance for catering purposes. Please contact Candy on candyrose2000@hotmail.com Sat. 14 Dec. 4.30p.m. Goan Association (UK). EGM/AGM Archbishop Lanfranc School. Open to fully paid-up members only. 14 Dec. 6.00 - 11.00p.m. Croydon Goans Annual Christmas Dance at Our Lady of Annunciation Church Hall, Addiscombe, Croydon Contact Raymond Lobo 020 8654 0268 Sat.14 Dec. 7-11.30pm Goan Community Centre, Keston Rd. N17. Christmas Party especially for the 13-19's. £2 inc. Chicken 'n' chips/veg.& a drink. No Alcohol. Music by DJDEX<Say One Do One. Contact djdex_sosolidcrew@hotmail.com Sat 14 Dec. 7.00pm to 12.30am. Xmas Dance at Jasmin's Club. 202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7TG. Music by Zodiac. Tickets, inc. meal, £10 adults & £5 for children (aged 2-12). Contact Tony Lobo 020 8542 0528; Reg Da Cunha 020 7732 2659; Joaquim Rodrigues 020 8767 6942; Anthony Lobo 020 8764 1856. Sat. 14 Dec. Young London Goans Society (YLGS). XMAS PARTY: Thames River Cruise & Disco, 7.30pm - 11.30pm. Leaving & returning to Westminster Pier. Tickets are £10 (Including Snacks). For more Information & tickets, contact Alison 07799 586 793 or James 0795 739 5811. Sat. 14 Dec. Chorao UK. Christmas Fun night at the Wandsworth Bengali Association, 57-59 Trinity Road, Tooting Bec, SW 17 7SD. The night will be comprise of games, dance and bingo. For further details contact Claver 020 8672 4562 or Mervyn 020 8689 2970 Sun. 15 Dec. Goan Association (UK) Children's Christmas Party at Archbishop Lanfranc School, Mitcham Road, Croydon from 1pm to 6pm. Tickets - Members £4, Non-members £6 to include a meal and entertainment. Tickets and further details available from Bernie Gracias 020-8723 1322, Norma Menezes-Rahim 020-8771 4457, Illona Fernandes 020-8300 5347. Sun. 15 Dec. 1:30pm- 4pm. The South East Goans Sports & Social Club: Children's Christmas Party. St. Stephen's Parish Hall, 26 Deepdene Road, Welling, Kent. Includes Food and Drink, Entertainer, Competitions, Prizes, Games and Nativity Play. Members at £3.50 and Guests at £4.50. Contacts: Eusebio: 020 8304 9089; Alex: 020 8306 0974 Tatayana: 020 8316 1473; Sheila: 020 8310 9921; Damaciano: 020 8316 1473 Sat. 21 Dec. HELP A POOR CHILD Christmas Cracker at Greenford Hall, Ruislip Road, Greenford Broadway, Greenford, Middlesex from 7pm to 12.30am. Music by Break Thru' and Say One Do One. Tickets: Members £8, Non-Members £10, Children 5-11 years £5. Contact: Bernie Gracias 020-8723 1322, Norma Menezes-Rahim 020-8771 4457. DRESS CODE FORMAL - No Jeans, T-Shirts or Trainers. Thu 26 Dec. 7pm till 1am. SLOUGH GOANS CHRISTMAS DANCE at the Polish Association Club, Stoke Poges Lane. (Voted the best do of last year). Music by 'Say One Do One'. Tickets £10 before 8th Dec. and £12 after. Tony/Suzy Rodrigues 01753 675072, Edwin 01753 531383, Paul 07956 496 190. Say1do1@hotmail.com Limited Tickets |
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