Dear Member, 7th April, 2007
The day of Poila Baisakh bears immense significance in the life of bengalis. It is not only the first day of the year, but also it is the day of hope, of reckoning and of surprises
Following the traditions, we intend to celebrate the occasion of PRE POILA BAISAKH in an elaborate fashion on Saturday, 14th April 2007, 7.30 pm onwards.
We will be having the very renowned and versatile vocalist Smt. PRABHATI MUKHERJEE to entertain us with her melodious voice.
Smt. Prabhati Mukherjee is a well accepted vocalist of India with a huge track record who initially started with pure classical music at her eight years of age and gradually diverted herself into various channels of light classical and light music. She is one of the best performers of Patiala and Kirana Gharana. As she was under training of Ustad Bade Gulam Ali Khan Sahab and Begum Akhtar, she has become an unique combination of these two members. This feature makes her unique, identical and widely acceptable to huge segment of listeners.
The Bhajans of her voice gives a spiritual glimpse. Her style of presenting Thumris and Dadraas create a majestic mood. A pure antique and traditional feeling is always reflected through her Ghazals. Her style of presenting Khayal proves how deep she is inside the ocean of spiritual blend of the Gharana Patiala>
She was encouraged by her parents from the age of seven. Later she was trained by Ustad Mehedi Hossain Khan at her eight year of age. Next she took talim from Mira Bandopadhyay. She had a very hard training those days. As a result, the grace of God and her sincerity awarded her with six “Rastrapati Awards” in annual All India Radio competition. After that the sky became her limit. She was included as a vocalist of All India Radio Calcutta and Doordarshan Calcutta.
She bagged the “Suromani” Title Award from the hands of Lata Mangeskar, major awards like “Sangeet Prabhakar” form Allahabad, “Surosri” from Lucknow etc. came her way one after other. Even she was utilized by couple of music directors for playback and modern songs, like Hemant Kumar, V. Balsara, Nachiketa Ghosh, Rabin Chatterjee, Sailen Mukherjee, Gyan Prakash Ghosh, Kalyan Sen Barat, Tapan Sinha etc. for the films like Sansar Simantey, Bisha Brikha, Doctor, Agniswar, Teen Murti etc. She appeared from records like Senola, H.M.V., Inreco etc. as the generation changed, she again appeared from regional cassette companies like Bethoven, Rajharshi etc.
Above all the greatest gift of God is the appreciation from the audience through her shows in various cities of India and abroad which lifted her just below the fulfillment level. Because, the thrust of real talents have never ever been fulfilled.
The programme starts at 7.30 pm sharp. To make the evening even more meaningful, members are requested to adhere to a preferred dress code, which is as follows:

        Ladies–Saree                                          Gentlemen– Dhoti/Punjabi or Kurta/Pyajama

A sumptuous dinner menu has been arranged both for the non-vegetarian and vegetarian gourmet. The menu goes as follows.

Non Vegetarian                                                            Vegetarian

                Fish Roll                     Aloo Karaisuitir Chop

 Due to the sudden indisposition of Ustad Raza Ali Khan, the concert slated for the 7th is being postponed. inconvenience caused to members is deeply regretted.

ANNUAL CLUB PICNIC

Keeping in tune with the spirit of the season, your Committee has organized the ANNUAL CLUB PICNIC on Tuesday, 30th January 2007, which is a holiday on account of Muharram. The picnic will be held at KAMALA GARDEN, Bakrahat Road, 24 Pgs (S) near Behala FUN CITY, which is just 24 kms from our club. This is a beautiful spacious garden house, which belongs to our member, Mr. Alok Mukherjee. I am sure that the picturesque garden house with sprawling lawns and ponds with boating facility will provide a wonderful atmosphere for all of us. Besides, a badminton court and a cricket field for children also form part of this garden house. 

The booking chart is at Royal Challenge Boris Bar. Booking closes on Sunday 28th January 2007.

An elaborate menu is being worked out wherein members will be served with breakfast, snacks, lunch as well as the afternoon tea. The menu itself will be a surprise and is expected to delight the palates of all - keeping with the tradition and the gastronomic fame our club holds. To top it all, a special offer on beverages is also being arranged.  

Charges (All inclusive):         Member    :    Rs. 180/- per head

                                                Guest    :    Rs. 200/- per head

                    Children below 12 years    :    Rs. 135/- per head

Itinerary:

Assembly for picnic                              : 8 am at International Club

Departure                                             : 8.30 am by Coach

Breakfast                                              : 9.30 am at Garden house

Lunch                                                   : 1.30 pm

Tea                                                      : 4.00 pm

Return                                                  : 4.30 pm

The route map is enclosed for the convenience of members going by their own transport. Parking facilities are available at the premises. However members are requested to indicate at the time of booking whether they will avail the coach service, which will enable us to make proper arrangements for transport.

Hope your participation in large numbers will make our picnic enjoyable and memorable.

PRE POILA BAISHAK

The Pre Poila Baishak celebrations will be held on Saturday 14th April 2007 from 7.30 pm onwards at the Club House. This will be followed by dinner. A renowned artist will perform and enthral the members of the club.

RECIPROCAL CLUBS

You will be glad to know that four more Clubs have been added to the list of Reciprocal Clubs. They are as follows :

1.    The Utamber Club, Jodhpur, Rajasthan

2.    Oudh Gymkhana Club, Lucknow

3.    Presidency Club, Ooty

4.    Uttara Club, Dhaka

Most of these clubs have residential facilities, which members of our club may avail. Further efforts are underway and we are hopeful to add more names to our list of Reciprocal Clubs in the near future.

Member's Directory Printing

The Club intends to update its existing Members Directory. As such, members who have any flaws or corrections to be made may please intimate to the club office in the prescribed format at the earliest. Members are also requested to provide their occupation, blood group and e-mail identity. Members who have already submitted their entries may please ignore this notice.

Crossword correction

The Hemant issue of The Eye See Times carries a Crossword. Members are requested to please take note of a change. Please read 15 Across as 16 Across.

Wishing members and their families,’ compliments of the season and a Very Happy New Year.