Pic and Report by: Nishanth Dsilva
Manama, Feb 11: A Home Away from Home - In a spectacular celebration in Bahrain, the Saud Ekvot association celebrated the Shirva Parish Feast, turning a distant land into a nostalgic heaven.
The event unfolded at the Hotel Papillon Banquet Hall - Bahrain , on February 1, orchestrated by the dynamic Rony Norbert Pinto and fervently supported by the energetic team - Manesh Menezes , Jeevan Martis, Santhosh Danthy, Wilfred Saldana, and Wilroy D'Souza. Guiding the festivities, Santosh Danthy hosted the evening, extending a warm welcome to the Shirva parishioners.
At 8:30 pm, Riva Princita Pinto initiated a prayer song, setting the tone for the feast. Fr. Darel Fernandes, spiritual director of the Konkani Community of Sacred Heart Church-Bahrain, graced the occasion as the chief guest, introduced by the association.
Rony Norbert Pinto shared a brief welcome, followed by Fr Daryl's heartfelt address. The event's sponsors, Antony Dias & Family, Steevan D'Souza & Family, Jecintha Benedict Barboza & Family, Paul Quadras & Family, Nishanth D’Silva & Family, were honoured, receiving flowering plants as tokens of gratitude. Manesh Menezes delivered a gracious vote of thanks.
The children from Destiny Kings Crew mesmerized the audience with enchanting dance numbers which was choreographed by Eunice D'Souza. Pretty teenagers Anisha Mendonca & Ivy Montiero gave a spectacular performance which was self choreographed by them. Vinith & Feena Castelino rocked the stage with their fusion dance which was followed by a couple dance. Baby Riezel Menezes, Wilfred & Janet Saldana entertained the gathering with melodious tunes, and lively games led by Adeline Monis added zest to the evening.
The Papillon Hotel treated everyone to a sumptuous dinner. As DJ Alwyn Crasta played superhit tunes, the crowd danced and grooved, culminating the night with the spirited Baila dance and Bollywood grooves, creating memories of a joyous Shirva Parish Feast in Bahrain.