Sri Lanka Foundation

Jothimath Rayak
2016-03-19 18:30 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Duarte Performing Arts Center, 1401 HIghland Ave., Duarte, CA, 91010, United States
Nimal Gunawardena with Amila Nadeeshani in Live in Concert in Los Angeles
Tickets:
Regular $25:00
VIP $40:00
Age under 12 free

Contact: Chamari at (949) 554 7464

Blood Drive
2016-03-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Sri Ratana International Buddhist Center, 2780 Lincoln Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92801, United States
Be part of a lifesaving journey, DONATE BLOOD!!

Sri Lankan Inter-School 6-A-Side Cricket Tournament
2016-03-26 09:00 | Tustin Columbus Park, 14712 Prospect Ave, Tustin, CA, 92780, United States
OC Lions Foundation invites you to celebrate the spirit of inter-school cricket andcompetition while enjoying the food, drinks, live music, and kids’ entertainment

Fee: Free!! All are welcome

Contact: Hiranya (949) 394 5918

Women's empowerment Conference
2016-03-26 13:00 - 16:30 | Kinecta Federal Credit Union, 2100 Park Place, El Segundo, CA, 90245, United States
Women’s Empowerment Conference presented by SLYO

For more information: www.facebook.com/slyousa, www.slyo.org

The Fly
2016-03-26 18:30 - 23:00 | Class Act Musical Theatre, 5345 Wilhelmina Av, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
A comedy stage drama by Linton Semage
Tickets: $20.00

Contact: Linton Semage (323) 907 4425

One Day Retreat - Uposatha Sil
2016-03-27 08:00 - 16:30 | Lankarama Buddhist Institute
Uposatha Sil: – A One Day retreat to observe Eight-Precepts.
For more information: Ven. Sumanatissa 626.913.0775, Ven. Nagitha 626.592.7102

No Address
2016-03-27 18:15 - 21:00 | Reading Cinemas
“No Address” Sinhala Movie Directed by Jackson Anthony and Produced by Juanita Maarasinghe presented by Australian Distribution by Lanka Vision.
“Love has no age, sees no class differences, sees no status differences, love is everywhere!

for more information contact: 1300973978

Blessing Ceremony
2016-03-27 18:30 - 21:00 | Shanthi Nikethanaya Buddhist Center, 22543 Marlin Place, West Hills, CA, 91307, United States
You are Welcome to a Blessing Ceremony for Inner Peace and Happiness at Shanthi Nikethanaya
Fee: FREE All are welcome

Contact: Shanthi Nikethanaya at (818) 710 8474

Sellam Gedara 2016
2016-04-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Orcas Park, 11127 Orcas Ave, Lake View Terrace, CA, 91342, United States
Sellam Gedara Bakmaha Ulela 2016. Please join us to celebrate our culture, customs and children. It’s a day filled with traditional food, dancing, music and games. Presented by Sellam gedara & Thath Jith Dance Academy.
For more information contact Janaka 818- 281-5301

Annual Blue and Gold Dinner Dance
2016-04-02 19:30 - 23:30 | Sheraton Universal Hotel
Annual Blue and Gold Dinner Dance presented by Royal College Old Boys Association of North America with Aubrey Weiman & the Heat
Tickets: $125

For more information; Asanka 714-425-1220, Dr. Sarath 562-493-4286, Jayalal 562-716-6611

Sinhala & Tamil New Year Celebration
2016-04-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Warner Center, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Sinhala & Tamil New Year Celebration organized by the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California.
Bring your family and friends to experience a truly Sri Lankan Celebration at the Warner Center Park.

Entrance is Free

Sinuwara Prathiba 2016 Dance Extravaganza
2016-04-09 18:30 - 23:30 | Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Center
Sinuwara Prathiba 2016 Dance Extravaganza presented by Ceylon German Technical Institute Old Boy’s Association of NSW.
Tickets: Adults $35, Children under 12 $15

For more information; Deepal-0425234345, Jagath 0410540036, Walter-0409927045

Sri Lankan New Year Celebrations
2016-04-10 09:00 - 18:00 | Pearson Park, 400 N Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92805, United States
“BAK MAHA ULELA” Organized by Sri Rathana Buddhist Center and OC Lions Foundation. Please come join in the fun, games and enjoy the complimentary breakfast at 9:am & lunch at 1:00pm.
Cultural show, Fancy Dress Parade, Six -a-side Tape Ball Cricket Tournament and much more….

Fee: Entrance is FREE

Contact: Rathana Buddhist Temple at (714) 821 8576

YUGMASARA
2016-04-16 18:00 - 22:00
Amarasiri Peiris and Deepika Priyadarshani live in concert
Tickets & Venu: TBA

Contact: Thusitha De Silva (323) 842 5365

YUGMASARA
2016-04-16 18:30 - 22:30 | Wilshire Ebell Theartre, 4401, W 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90005, United States
Amarasiri Peiris and Deepika Priyadharshani Live in Concert
In Aid of Athula Halgama’s Kidney Transplant Surgery

Fee: Regular $40.00
Front Rows $60.00
Children under 12 free

Contact: Thusitha (323) 842 5365

YUGMASARA
2016-04-16 18:30 - 23:00 | Wilshire Ebell Theatre, 4401 W 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90005, United States
Amarasiri Peiris and Deepika Priyadharshani LIVE IN CONCERTIn aid of Athula Saman Halgama’s Kidney Transplant Surgery.

Tickets:Reg $40.00
Front Rows $60.00
Children under 12 free

Contact: Thusitha De Silva (323) 842 5365

Cancer Awareness Information Session
2016-04-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Balla Balla Community Center, 65 Berwick Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne, Victoria, 3977, Australia
Sri Lanka Women’s Group Inc. cordially invite you to attend a community education initiative for Sri Lankan Migrant Women.
Tickets-Free
For more information – Veena: 0447-800-488

Walawwa Anniversary Celebrations
2016-04-23 19:00 - 23:30 | Walawwa, 477 Princes Hwy,, Noble Park, VIC, 3174, Australia
Live music by West Theory, Buffet Dinner with Bar
Tickets:$30

Call for more information: 0424299226, 0481332645

Sri Lanka New Year 2016
2016-04-24 12:00 - 13:30 | Aria Banquet Hall and Convention Center, 12350 Pattullo Pl, Surrey, BC, V3V 8C3, Canada
Come celebrate the Sinhala Tamil New Year with The Sri Lanka Friendship Association of BC
Tickets: Members- Adults:$7.00 Kids(5-12):$5.00, Non-members- Adults:$10.00, Kids(5-12):7.00

Dress Code: Traditional Sri Lankan Attire (Boys=Sarong, Girls=Saree or any other traditional outfit)

For more information: Clifford 604-588-7241, Chandani 604-510-0477

Sri Lankan New Year
2016-04-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Indiana Buddhist Temple, 7528 Thompson Rd., Hoagland, IN, 46745, United States
Indiana Buddhist temple would like to cordially invite the public to celebrate Sri Lankan New Year with musical show, dance and cultural games.
For more information contact (260) 447-5269

FOOD FESTIVAL
2016-04-30 16:00 - 22:00 | Sri Ratana International Buddhist Center, 2780 Lincoln Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92801, United States
Enjoy tasty home cooked Sri Lankan Food at incredibly low prices!!
ENTRANCE FREE

Contact: Rathana Buddhist Center at (714) 821 8576

Kadambari Jewelry Sale
2016-05-01 11:30 - 15:30 | Victoria Charity Centre, 11 Belgrav Road, London, SW1V, 1RB, United Kingdom
Handmade jewelry using silver and semi press stones inspired by ancient cultures of Asia & Africa.
In aid of Deaf and Blind Aid Lanka(DABAL)

For more information visit www.kadambarijewels.com

Dhamma Sermon
2016-05-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Los Angeles Buddhist Vihara, 920 N. Summit Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91103, United States
VAASOCAL Board of Directors cordial invite everyone to a dharma sermon in appreciation of all our parents & teachers with a special tribute to the late Mrs. Eileen Siriwardane, Principal of Visakha Vidyalaya.
Dhamma Sermon by Thaponanaye Suthadhara Thero

For more information: vaasocal@yahoo.com, Manisha 909-230-1167, Savithri 909-532-6269

Vesak Celebration-Buddha Pooja and a Dhamma talk in English for children.
2016-05-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Sri Ratana International Buddhist Center, 2780 Lincoln Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92801, United States
Vesak is special season for all Buddhists to honor the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha. Following Dhamma is the greatest way of honoring to the Buddha. Sri Ratana International Buddhist Center has organized special meritorious activities In order to celebrate Vesak.
So, we would like to invite all the kids to come and join with us to celebrate Vesak.

Mothers Day Potluck & Family Picnic
2016-05-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Heritage Park, 18600 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA, 90703, United States
Sri Lanka Muslim Association of California presents Mothers Day Potluck & Family Picnic
Its our Family Picnic and summer potluck! The sun is out and we should be too. So we re having a potluck and inviting you!…Don’t forget to bring your picnic chairs, sunshades, colorful picnic blankets and beautiful smiles. Its going to be a day of fun and excitement for our children too….. Please call to reserve your dish!

For more information: Mohamed Hamza – 818-633-3298, Mohamed Razi- 818-800-0996

Mother's Day Dhamma Talk & Puja
2016-05-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Lankarama Buddhist Institute
Come celebrate your mom at the Lankarama Buddhist Institute. Join us for an evening of Yoga, Dhamma talk and Buddha Pooja.
For Information: dhammaus15@gmail.com, lelwalan@gmail.com

Taste of Sri Lanka
2016-05-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Key Room at Homeward Bound of Marin, 1385 Hamilton Parkway, Novato, CA, 94949, United States
When a benefit event featuring Sri Lankan cuisine takes place May 12 in Novato, 10 kids on the other side of the world will be cheering on the organizer and her supporters.
For the third time, Carmela Chandrasekera of Novato is sharing her favorite dishes for A Taste of Sri Lanka, a special buffet event featuring foods from her home country. The event will take place from 6-8:30 p.m. May 12 at the Key Room at Homeward Bound of Marin in the Hamilton neighborhood of Novato.

Chandrasekera, an engineer for the North Marin Water District, not only has supported Novato causes in the past but worldwide as well. Since August 2015, she has provided monthly scholarships to 10 tenth-graders in her hometown of Avissawella using the proceeds of the special cultural feast.

“It brings me great joy to improve conditions for underserved people in Marin County and in the place where I grew up,” she said.

In 2013 and 2015, Chandrasekera used event proceeds to support the international Water for People organization and Homeward Bound’s Oma Village housing project, which is taking shape on Nave Drive in Novato. She supports those again in addition to her new philanthropic effort, Sisu Sahanasevana, which means “refuge” and helps the teens in Sri Lanka.

Living part of her life without running water is a vivid memory for Chandrasekera. She persevered and eventually earned a Ph.D. in ocean engineering. When she visited Sri Lanka in December 2015, she met the young students she’s now supporting, forming a lasting bond.

“I have committed to providing scholarships to them until their graduation from high school,” she said. “I provided a catered lunch to the students and their parents. It was a very rewarding experience.”

Chandrasekera emigrated to the United States and moved to Marin in 2000 with her husband Hetti, son Kenny and daughter Thilini. Despite that she and her husband are both educated, it took a while to get financially settled. “I remember the stress we experienced as a family when we were on the verge of being homeless,” she said. “Now that I’m able, I want to give back.”

After Carmela landed an associate engineer position with the North Marin Water District in 2004, the Chandrasekeras qualified for affordable housing in Hamilton the following year. Following their starts in Novato public schools, Kenny is now a graduate of Yale University and a software engineer; Thilini is a graduate of Duke University and a paralegal at a law office.

At her day job, Carmela designs and manages projects such as the construction of water tanks, and water and recycled water distribution pipelines. The Water for People organization supports development of sustainable healthy water supplies in nine developing countries and believes access to safe drinking water and effective sanitation are basic human rights accorded by the dignity of all people.

Oma Village, a 14-unit housing complex, is now under construction at 5394 Nave Drive in Novato, about a mile from Homeward Bound’s headquarters and very close to the Chandrasekera’s home. Oma Village will be open later in 2016 to families in transition and working toward economic sustainability. Homeward Bound is the county’s largest provider of shelter and services, working toward the goal of ending homelessness with training, housing and hope.

Chandrasekera said her event will be a chance to enjoy the spices of Sri Lankan cuisine and learn about the benefit organizations offering hope to families. She’s handling the cooking along with staff from Homeward Bound’s Fresh Starts Culinary Academy.

The menu includes:

• Kaha Bath – lightly spiced aromatic long-grained Basmati rice
• Kukul Mas Curry — chicken cooked with spices, Sri Lankan herbs and coconut milk
• Parippu Hodi — mild red lentil curry tempered with shallots, garlic and mustard seeds
• Curd Sambol — thinly sliced cucumber with refreshing yogurt
• Bonchi — green bean curry
• Watalappam — coconut custard pudding
• Vanilla ice cream topped with roasted cashews and palm treacle
• Complimentary Sri Lankan tea, Taylor Maid Farms coffee, water and lemonade. Wine available for purchase.

Tickets are $50 and available on tasteofsrilanka.org. Checks payable to Sisu Sahanasevana may be mailed to: A Taste of Sri Lanka, 113 Kelly Drive, Novato, CA 94949. All proceeds benefit the nonprofits mentioned. Questions? Email carmelan@comcast.net.

Calypso and Hopper Night
2016-05-14 19:00 - 23:30 | SLAASC, 266 W Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91103, United States
Come in your island attire and enjoy tropical sounds of Calypso music and eat delicious hoppers.
Tickets: $30.00

For more information contact: 323-344-2855

Feast of our Lady of Lanka
2016-05-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Blue Army Shrine, 674 Mountain View Road, Washington, NJ, 8865, United States
Sri Lankan Catholics of New York & New Jersey invite you to attend the Feast Of Our Lady of Lanka 2016Rosary & Confession starts at 11 m followed by the Festive Mass Chief Celebrant: Fr. William Evans Liyanaarachchi. BPh (Rome) STL (Rome)

Annual gathering will take place after mass at Lopatcong Park

For more information: Sri Lankan Catholics of New York & New Jersey 646-420-6828, 718-312-9648, 917-971-1146. www.slcnynj.org

Vesak Celebration - “SADAHAM VESSA” Religious Program
2016-05-21 08:00 - 18:00 | Los Angeles Buddhist Vihara, 920 N. Summit Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91103, United States
A shower of Dhamma, a Spiritual Offering to the Buddha made through the cultivation of virtues & practice of meditation(sil- Bhavana)
