On 2nd of this month, the Senior Citizens Association of Candolim, organised a get together of its members to celebrate the 1st anniversary of their organisation, at Bom Successo, Vaddi, Candolim.
It was a daylong function starting at 11.00 AM and ending at about 5.30 PM.
The chief guest was Mr. E. Barreto while the local parish priest Fr. Johnsie. Colaco and journalist Prakash Kamat were the Guests of honour. Mr. S. Mapne the vice president and Mr. Stephan as Gen. Secretary controlled the airwaves by compeering the proceedings.
The Parish Priest seen addressing the gathering
Mr. Mapne while welcoming the gathering briefed the audience of the activities done by this association so far surprising the guests of the excellent work done by this association silently just within a year, he also highlighted on their future plan. The president of this association Mr. A.Veronica Fernandes spoke in praise of all his colleagues for doing wonderful job in such a short period. He especially pointed to the dynamic role played both by the Vice President and Gen-Secretary.
Mrs.Nirmala seen felicitated
During the function, two of the prominent senior citizens of Candolim, namely Captain Paul Rodrigues (Merchant Navy) and Teacher Nirmala Costa Frias (both retired) who excelled in their professional career were felicitated.
The Chief guest and Guests of honour also spoke assuring of their support for this association.
Capt. Paul is felicitated
Housie and other games were also played, some songs were rendered and then food was served to all the attendees.
All the members and guests enjoyed the function.
A.Veronica Fernandes.