MADNESS IN MAY- BOLLYWOOD STYLE!

22nd May at the DBU

HAS BEEN CANCELLED OWING TO THE FLOOD SITUATION AND THE INCLEMENT WEATHER IN THE COUNTRY!

"With Christmas in Your Heart"
A Yuletide Extravaganza

The annual Christmas get-together of the association was held on Sunday 13th December 2009 at the CR & FC Grounds, Colombo 07 in order to celebrate Christmas together with as many guests who would wish to enjoy an unforgettable Christmas this year in an atmosphere of peace after the end of war in our country. Therefore, the event was open to the general public and a large crowd attended this fulfilled event.

The event was well organized with Jerome Fernando as Chariperson/Organizing Committee. KOALA came in as Platinum Sponsor , Holcim as Gold Sponsor, EFM Radio, ETV and The Sunday Island as media sponsors.

Live Band "Black" and Dj "Outburst" provided music for dancing. The St. Thomas' Kotte Youth Choir sang carols while our own children took part in a colourful Nativity Play. Even Santa could not resist this exciting event and rode into the Kiddied Corner on a horse driven carriage to surprise the kids with gifts. A grand Raffle Draw awarded valuable prizes such as a Sofa Set courtesy of KOALA, a Singer Fridge courtesy of Modern Homes, a Microwave Oven and many more. Guest appearances by Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley look-alikes entertained the crowds too. Food Courts, and a fireworks display made this event a memorable one to those who attended. Take a look at the Pics below for seeing is believing!

Photo Album of the event

Live band "Black" in attendance with Neville Overlande as compere
St.Thomas' Kotte Youth Choir singing carols		Nativity Play performed by our kids
Shepherds arriving at the crib		The Annunciation scene at the Nativity Play
Arrival of Santa		Gifts from Santa for all the kids
Members of the Organizing Committee directing the events		Elvis Presley look-alike in action
Michael Jackson look-alike in action		They enjoyed every moment of the evening
Winners of competitions with the organizers
A busy Kiddies Corner
Fireworks display in the background		Celebrity and member Ronnie Leitch at the party
An eager audience watching the Nativity Play
An electrifying atmosphere		Naville Overland at his best with two of the event judges

SHARING OUR CHRISTMAS CHEER
WITH BURGHER FAMILIES

Hampers lined up for distribution

The annual distribution of Christmas hampers among members of our Burgher community was held on 19th December 2009 at the Lion's Club House, Chapel Lane, Nugegoda in the presence of Mr. Trevor Ludowyke, President and other members of the Executive Committee.

30 deserving families received valuable hampers. The project was once again organized by Mrs. Yvonne don Paul, Secretary who had implemented this project on an annual basis for the past four years.

Generous Donations in cash and kind were made by our members and the Association is grateful to them for making it possible to share our Christmas cheer with these less fortunate families.

   The recipients and their children were hosted to an exciting Christmas get-together with the members of the Executive Committee which included sumptuous breakfast, the singing of carols, distribution of gifts by Santa, games for the children, song and dance.

8th Annual General Meeting

President Trevor Ludowyke addressing the AGM

The 8th Annual General Meeting of The Burgher Association was held on Saturday 26th September 2009 at the Dutch Burgher Union Hall, Reid Avenue, Colombo 3. Her Excellency Mrs. Lenoi Cuelenaere, Ambassador of Netherlands graced the occasion as Chief Guest. the Keynote ADdress was delivered by Mr. Stevenson AUgustus Morrell. The following Office Bearers were duly elected to serve in the Executive Committee for the period 2009/2010.

OFFICER BEARER’S OF THE BURGHER ASSOCIATION 2009/2010

Executive Committee with Patron and Chief Guest

President: Trevor Ludowyke
Vice President: Hans Beekmeyer
Hony. Secretary: Mrs. Yvonne Don Paul
Hony. Treasurer: Ms. Marie Adolphus
Asst. Secretary:Mrs. Dawn De Kretser

Committee Members:

Mr. Jerome Fernando
Mr. Steve Morrell
Mr. Langston Janzse
Mr. James Rebert
Mr. Russell De La Motte
Mr. Godfrey Lodewyke
Mrs.Loretta Fernando

H.E. Mrs. Leoni Cuelenaere, Ambassador of Netherlands
addressing the AGM

President Trevor Ludowyke presenting a token of appreciation to the Chief Guest

The AGM was followed by"Come September" a member's get-together at the same venue. A large number of member's and their guests participated in the event which went on until the wee hours of the next morning. Music for non-stop dancing was provided by the Band "KISMET" and "DJ Outburst".

COME SEPTEMBER PHOTOS

Former Mrs. World(1985), Rosy Senanayake with the AGM Queen and runner -up
flanked by Trevor Ludowyke, President of BA (R) and Francisca Ludowyke (L)

 
Winners of competitions receiveing their prizes

Live band "KISMET"

President Trevor Ludowyke presenting gifts to the AGM Queen Miss: Nicolette De Motte

 
The dance

Guest of Honour, Former Mrs. World, Mrs. Rosy Senenayake
with Maxi Rozairo, Patron of BA and Trevor Ludowyke, President of BA
and Francisca Ludowyke

BA SOFT BALL SIX-A-SIDE-CRICKET SIXES 2009
AND FAMILY SPORTS DAY

          The event this year was held at the Wesley College Grounds, Colombo 8 on Sunday 19th July 2009. Mr. Maxi Rozairo, Patron and Founder of the Burgher Association and his Lady Yasmin Rozairo graced the occasion as the Chief Guests and presented the Chellenge Trophies to the winners.

          The results of the Cricket sixes were as follows:

          Under 40 Men's Catogory
          Winner - Burgher Sports Club
          Captained by Russell VanRooyen

          Runners-up : Ja-Ela/Kandana

          Over 40 Men's Category
          Winner - Dehiwela/ Mount Lavinia
          Captained by Frankin Fernando

          Runners Up : Colombo 1-6

          Women's Catogory
          Winners : Burgher Sports Club
          Captained by Michelle Perera

          Runners-Up : Pannipitiya

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12th May 2009

A Madhatters Extravaganza "Madness in May" was held with a touch of class at the Dutch Burgher Union Hall on 2nd May 2009 inclusive of dinner, with the live  band "Black" and DJ Outburst in attendance.

Congratulations! Mr. Jerome Fernando, Chairman, Organising Committee, and his team including Yvonne Don Paul, Marie Adolphus, Trevor Ludowyke, Hans Beekmeyer, Dawn de Kretser, Langston Jansze and other members for their tireless efforts in making this an awesome event and a resounding success!

As several  members commented, the event had a touch of class and was one of the best events organized by the Burgher Association in the recent past.

A leading retro station Gold FM was the Media Sponsor while Red Bull gave a youth flair with their marquee to the atmosphere.  There were around 400 guests and members  who danced to the sounds of the band "Black".  A notable fact at this event were the large number of Burgher youth who attended the event.

Here are some pictures of the event.

Mad hatters in their fancy hats

The May Queen and Runners up

The President Crowns the May Queen

Winners of the Table Draw

Guests under the Red Bull mega tent

Live Band "Black" in attendance at "Madness in May"