totally agree with the contents of the letter Ipublished today (April 2nd, 2013) – “Wake up, ,” written by Raymond Prematilleke of Colombo 6. Unfortunately, I didn’t read the arti- cle, Mr. Prematilleke refers to. Of course, money is impor- tant – but money is not everything. Happy together To some of our cricketers, money means everything. eplay 6 have been playing at Our cricketers must remember that they the Workers Club, in don’t represent a club, an organization, or a RDandenong, Melbourne, firm: they represent their country. And when Australia, for more than a decade. their country is being unfairly treated by And they do it on the first another nation – where its people, and even Saturday of the month. Buddhist Monks, are being assaulted – then Now, what makes their gigs they should put aside their greed for money and stand by their country. extra special is that their music is Angelo Mathews was appointed captain of loved by all. Sri Lanka cricket just recently and I thought he According to Tuesday 9th April, 2013 should have set an example. Trevine Rodrigo, of Instead, he has gone to captain an IPL team, the Lanka Times A great mix – on the floor unconcerned about the situation that Melbourne, Replay has cropped up. 6 continue to draw I’m sure cricketers from cricket play- ing nations, like Australia, England sell out crowds at and New Zealand, would have kept the Workers Club away from IPL if their citizens and the in Dandenong and, clergy were manhandled and assaulted judging by their in any part of India. immense populari- In this regard, hats off to Dinesh ty, there seems to Chandimal, the new T20 captain. be no letting up. I honestly think Chandimal would make a better Test and ODI captain The venue, because he seems to be aware of his pri- which attracts a orities. multi-ethnic With IPL around, Sri Lanka cricket is on the crowd from Replay 6 decline. among the Rufus Jayamaha, Australian community, is a popular Panadura place to be for a night of fine entertainment and reasonably (Readers’ views are welcome. E-mail your Sandra and Esric with guests comments to: [email protected]) priced food and drink. And, invariably, the crowd is huge when the highly talented Photographs and articles Sri Lankan band is billed to entertain. should be sent to: Led by versatile Sandra and Esric Jackson, Replay 6 have built them-

Graphic layout by P.D. Chandana [email protected] selves a reputation as a must-see-outfit whenever they per- Tel: 0776788119 form. Ivan Alvis Over 200 music lovers thronged the Workers Club recently to watch Replay 6 in action and none left the venue disappointed.

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luth Avurudu is just around the corner! And, yes, most A of us wait impatiently for those Aluth Avurrudu treats. Well, the Mount Lavinia Hotel would like to welcome you to revel in age old traditions at the hotel. The finest traditional sweetmeats from the Avurudu connoisseur himself, Chef Publis, will be available at the “Publis’ Kevili Kade,” located at the he Mount Lavinia hotel courtyard, from Hotel, in associa- today (9th) to 14th April, Ttion with the 2013, from 2.00 pm to Colombo Indian Expat 10.00 pm. Treats on offer include Community, celebrated the colourful and carefree Holi Designer: Kavum, , Kalu Kamil and Galkisse festival at the hotel’s Hewaivtharrana , Paradise Beach on March Hair and Make-up: There will also be the 30th, 2013, from 10.00 am to Nuwan of Capello famous Achaharu (Sri 3.00 pm. Pic by: Lankan pickles) with The guests spent the day Raffealla Fernando seasonal fruit and smearing coloured powder all vegetables -from over each other’s faces, throw- Indian High Commissioner Lovi, Uguressa, ing coloured water at Pela Mada, Kaju addressing the guests each other, and having a Puhulan, Waraka, and much more. blast and, of course, danc- ing ‘in the rain.’ The event on the beach was celebrated with great gusto, with music, fun and colour. The Mount Lavinia Hotel created a special spread, with innovative dishes, like Masala Waffles, to Taco Chaats and other unique dishes that highlighted the hotel’s innova- tive expertise.

Colourful fun

Action time Guests in holi colours