Good News From Jayam March 15, 2024 Pls Scroll Down 35 items
Happy International Women’s Day March 8, 2024
cientist Dr. Sarath Gunapala of La Crescenta, Ca. Invited to Witness Launch of Satellite in Cape Canaveral, Florida
Top JPL (Jet Propulsion Lab) Scientist Dr. Sarath Gunapala and his team have been invited for the launch of an important satellite from Cape Canavarel Space Center in Florida. This event will occur within the next two weeks. He will be accompanied by his wife Vajira. The above photo shows Dr Gunapala being presented with Sri Lanka Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement Award by SLAASC Founder President Jayam Rutnam in 2003. This year, the
Sri Lanka Foundation Awards ceremony will be held at the fabulous Grand Ballroom of the Universal Sheraton Hotel in Universal City, Ca. on Sunday, April 21st, 2024.
J Med Supplies Expands with New Distribution Center in Buena Park, California
| J Med is a leader in the DME (Durable Medical Equipment) and healthcare supply industry, and is making a significant investment in its California operations in expanding the facilities with a new, cutting-edge distribution center in Buena Park. “Our commitment to ‘jumping through hoops’ for our clients ,It means being there when they need us most,” said John Amrithiah, President/ CEO of J Med Supplies. John is an entrepreneur who has grown his business multi fold; as a hobby, a DJ as ‘DJ Johnny’, golfer and a ranked Chess player too. |
Sri Lanka Foundation’s Award Ceremony in 2023 (Please click on arrow)
You’re Invited! Sri Lanka Foundation Int. International Awards 2024 Sunday, April 21st, 2024 (Please click on flyer below to book tickets)
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| The Sri Lanka Foundation is awarding Aruni Boteju for her work in creating the Ceylon International Film Festival, a film festival that shares Sri Lankan culture with the world. Her success in charitable causes has made an organizational and monetary impact in helping the U.S. and Sri Lanka. Aruni Boteju was born in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and she is the oldest of three daughters of Manel and Ariyadasa Horanage. She attended Buddhist Ladies Collage, Colombo 7, which laid the foundation for her academic pursuits. In her teenage years, her family relocated to Santa Barbara, California. She continued her studies at Santa Barbara City College and subsequently achieved a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix. Aruni is the Founder and CEO of the Ceylon International Film Festival (CEYIFF). The CEYIFF is a non-profit arts and educational organization founded in 2021. It is the first Sri Lankan film festival organized outside of Sri Lanka. |
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| The Sri Lanka Foundation is awarding Tanya Egodage, MD, FACS, for her essential medical work and determination to share her knowledge and gifts with students in the U.S. and Sri Lanka. In the fast-paced world of critical care, Dr. Egodage is a rising star! Tanya Egodage, MD, FACS, grew up in Seal Beach, California. After graduating from the University of California Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology, she attended medical school at the American University of the Caribbean, Coral Gables, FL. In a highly competitive profession, Dr. Egodage is making a name for herself. Dr. Egodage is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ. Previously, she was an attending surgeon in Trauma, Acute Care Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care at Cooper University Hospital in Chicago, IL. |
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Wedding with a Sri Lankan twist in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
In the heart of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, love recently took center stage as Marium and Shafraz, the delightful couple separated for 847 days, finally celebrated their union in a wedding with a Sri Lankan flavour. The venue at Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square witnessed not only a beautiful marriage but also a fusion of cultures. Everthing from the start was packed with grandeur and magnificence,
Romesh Attapattu, the talented beautician who flew from Sri Lanka to Lancaster, transfomed Marium into a vivacious princess,kept her look subtle but stunning. Oozing with bridal glamour, she was a picture perfect bride.
Wathsala and Dilip of Los Angeles, Ca. Celebrate Triple Landmarks Anniversary, Birthday and Book Launch
Dilip and Wathsala celebrated their silver wedding anniversary and Wathsala’s 50th Birthday recently.
Wathsala also launched her inaugural children’s book based on a true happening in her Montessori class titled “What Happened to the Butterfly”. The occasion was celebrated before a large gathering of guests at a banquet held recently at the Pacific Palms Resort. It was a grand occasion with performances of Bollywood and Spanish Dancing, Piano Recitals ending with the Sri Lankan Baila.
| Wathsala and Shanthi with the table setting designed by Shanthi Jasentuliyana featuring Wathsala’s book launched at the event. |
Dilip, Nandi Jasentuliyana, Wathsala, Randil Jayasekera, Shanthi Jasentuliyana |
Aloma and Denzil Ratnasoma
President SLAASC Niroshan Kahawatte, Gina and Jayam Rutnam
Anniversary Couple with their Amigos Group: Vipula, Chethmini, Desha, Krishanthi, Shanthi, Dilip, Nandi, Randil, Wathsala, Dushanthi, Renuka and Niroshan |
Jilska, Vajira, Roshana, Wathsala, Ayoma and Aloma |
Anniversary couple Dilip and Wathsala toasting the occasion with their son Randil looking on |
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Jayam’s Choice “My Way” – Vanny Vabiola Please click on arrow – You’ll love this one!
Celebrate Women’s Day with Hilton Colombo
| In a show of solidarity, Hilton hotels across the country are tagging along to celebrate and honor the remarkable women who contribute tirelessly to improving their communities. Each property’s culinary and service teams will showcase their talents to create exceptional experiences that recognize and express appreciation for these impactful individuals. Indulge in a delightful afternoon of endless possibilities at Graze Kitchen’s exquisite high tea buffet. Featuring a delectable array of savory offerings, tempting sandwiches, and irresistible sweets, this indulgent experience is sure to leave you wanting more. |
Top Sri Lankan Photographers at the WPPI Photographers Convention at “The Mirage” in Las Vegas, Nevada Moran Perera, Andy Samarasena and Buddhika Ekanayake
Carl Fernando Celebrated his 80th Birthday in Colombo, Sri Lanka with wife Ertha, daughters and friends
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The Sri Lanka Postal Department is offering citizens the chance to design postal stamps featuring their own photographs or events, with a creation cost of Rs.2000, said Postmaster General Ruwan Sathkumara.
Addressing an event organized in Colombo to unveil a stamp for Hatton National Bank (HNB), he announced that individuals can now acquire a sheet of stamps with 20 stamps tailored for special occasions like weddings, gatherings, and parties or their own photographs.
“Families can enhance the uniqueness of their wedding cards by using these stamps, featuring photos of the couple. These stamps can also serve as postal stamps,” he mentioned.
For St. Patrick’s Day “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” by Emma Sophia (age 5) (This one’s for all you Irish) Please click on arrow
Prishan Pandithage Studios
Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo March 7th, 2024 (Please click on arrow)
It’s a double celebration – We are on our 200th show and it’s International Women’s Day! These are women who have managed challenges, changed course, created tapestries, while the world has also changed with them
– as you will see!
Obituaries – Sad News
Ronnie de Mel (98) who was instrumental in introducing the open economy in Sri Lanka in 1978 passed away on February 27, 2024 in Colombo. He introduced the open economy in Sri Lanka as the Finance Minister under the guidance of late President President J. R. Jayawardene’s cabinet in 1977. Ronnie de Mel was the longest serving finance minister in the country and one who has presented the most number of budgets from 1977 to 1987. His funeral was held at the Ruhunu University grounds on February 29th, 2024.
Manora Dissanayake (70)
Passed away in Los Angeles recently. Wife of Dissa. Mother of Indika and Amali. Funeral was on March 2nd, 2024 at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles
followed by a mala batha at the Oxnard Temple in NorthHollywood, Ca.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
OVEN BRAISED CORNED BEEF IN BEER
Ingredients
- 4lbs. Brisket
- 1 large Onion (Cut in half and sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon Allspice
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 2 cups light (Golden Beer)
- 4 cups Broth
METHOD
1.Gather ingredients together
2.Rinse the Corned Beef under cold running water to remove
all the salt from the surface
3. Put 1/2 the sliced onions at the bottom of a large Dutch Oven.
4.Bring Beer and Broth to a boil
5.Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and cook this for
4-5 hours
6.When the meat is tender and the liquid bubbling,remove the meet onto a platter and slice it. The vegetables can be placed on a side of the meat
7.Pour some of the gravy over the meat and the rest on the
side in a sauce bow
RED CABBAGE SALAD
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Sugar
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 teaspoons celery seeds
- Salt and ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 Head Red Cabbage cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks
- 2 small carrots grated
- 1 small Red Onion chopped
- 1 cup Golden Raisins
METHOD
Toss all of the above in a salad bowl and serve as a Side Dish by the sliced Corned Beef. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all of you who celebrate it. Those of you who do not, should still make this very Irish Dish. I hope you enjoy it.
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This can be made in your Crock Pot following the same directions on medium heat. When you know your meat is tender and the broth still bubbling you can turn the heat off, place the meat to rest for a few minutes on your slicing board and follow the directions. Please email me with any questions you may have or any requests. Have a great St. Patrick’s Day!
