Goanet meets in Goa: December 27, 12 noon and January 7, 4 pm (meeting point: Kala Academy canteen). See you there! ------------------------------
Partying this season: Christmas is coming and so is the New Year. These are the big dates on any Goan social calendar. Not to mention the weekend before and after New Year. As the organizers plan these events, I would appeal to all coordinators of the Goan socials and dances to honor Goan culture at your function - both in Goan and in the Goan Diaspora. From my experience, Goan functions could benefit for the following. 1. Punctuality. 2. Have a MC (Master of Ceremony) who has the whole evening planned. 3. Encourage the audience to mingle beyond their company. Goans are one big family. These events are important occasions for Goans to network. Hanging out with the same old crowd does not advance one's horizons. 4. When the band takes a break, introduce the chief guest. A short speech is very apropos. We would be happy to post the speech on the Goan Cyberspace so that the words of wisdom can be shared with all. 5. During another band break, remind the audience to maintain their Goan heritage and be PROUD of it. In fact the very act of getting together for the social event is a reminder of the society we belong to. 6. Introduce and thank the committee who put the event together. 7. Advise responsible drinking. 8. Wish and Pray for all to have a safe drive home. Regards, GL, NY. ########################################################################## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##########################################################################
