August 1, 2009
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3 months and 20 days
since the event.
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New Pics by Natasha & Ashna Rajan (Fundi) - see them in Photo Album
PICNIC 02 - more to come
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Enjoy BASHIR PAKA Reunion Pics Link -
Go to Photo Album Page
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ZANZIBARIS TO MEET IN U.K.
Read Details:
AUGUST 23, 2009

Zanzibar Social Club
Invite you to meet your friends
for yet another enjoyable social gala evening
at
The Zoroastrian Centre
440 Alexandra Avenue
Harrow, Middlesex HA2 9TL
on
Sunday 4th October 2009
From 11.00 am to 6.00 pm
Opposite Rayners Lane Tube Station (Piccadilly & Metropolitan Lines)
Buses: H10, H12 & 398
Street Parking is Free on Sunday
Free Parking is also available at the Station Car Park
Buffet lunch & soft drinks will be served
(Please indicate your preference for Veg/Non-Veg food)
Admission is by your contribution of only £10.00 per person
Children under 12 years: £5.00
The modest contribution requested has been made possible due to a generous donation from a prominent Zanzibari philanthropist towards the gala event
Your invitations will be forwarded to you on receipt
of your contribution along with names of attendees
Admission cards are available from the following Committee Members
Please make your cheques payable to “ZANZIBAR SOCIAL CLUB” only and
send it with a stamped self-addressed envelope for the return of your
admission cards to one of the Committee Members listed below:
Husein Nathoo
71 London Road
Stanmore
HA7 4PA
Tel: 020 8954 1396 Rusi Dalal
3 Carlton Gardens
London
W5 2AN
Tel: 020 8997 2076 Joe De Lord
17 Selvage Lane
London
NW7 3SS
Tel: 020 8959 3516 Irshad Dalal
“Sundorne”
Sarratt Lane
Rickmansworth
Tel: 01923 772437
Amir Chomoko
6 Farrer Road
Crouch End
London
Tel: 020 8340 3954 Yusuf Gulamhusein
20 Bishops Close
Barnet
EN5 2QH
Tel: 020 8449 3737 Y M Mandalia
19 Woodcroft Ave
London
NW7 2AH
Tel: 020 8959 4027 Zarina & Zehra Jafferji
32 Deanscroft Avenue
Wembley
London NW9 8EN
Tel: 020 8205 7880
No admission on the day shall be permitted without invitation card.
The management reserves the right of entry to the gathering.
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Many Many Thanks to ALL the Visitors
We hope you Enjoyed the 2 Days and
will take back fond memories .
Many of you have taken pictures with
your digital cameras - we request you
send us pics taken at the Dinner and
the Picnic events and we will include
them in the 2 separate DINNER and
PICNIC ALBUMS on the Photo Albums
Page.
Thanks
send pics to:
tmurji@sympatico.ca
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THE RE-UNION DINNER AND PICNIC ARE SOLD OUT!!
THANKS FOR YOUR INCREDIBLE SUPPORT!!
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Come Prepared to Bomu and Bhangra
Aug. o1 Gala : from 5.30 p.m. to 1.00 a.m.
Aug. o2 Picnic from 10.00 a.m. onwards
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TUIKARIBISHE SIKU YA LEO KWA
HAMU NA MAHABA
MPE SALAMU NA MTAKIYE KHERI
NDUGU NA DADA KARIBU NA MEZA
YAKO
BE HAPPY and REJOICE
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TODAY is AUGUST 01, 2009
The Day we ALL have been waiting for
Collect and treasure the memories of
TONIGHT and broadcast to the WORLD
that WE LOVE ZANZIBAR & PEMBA
MUNGU AIBARIKI UNGUJA na PEMBA
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TANGAZO MUHIMU
IMPORTANT NOTICE
JULY 23, 2009
CITY STRIKE FORCES PICNIC VENUE CHANGE
Like many activities in the city of Toronto our well laid plan for our Picnic on Sunday, August 2 has fallen prey to the protracted city strike as our picnic permit for the picnic site at Centennial Park has been cancelled by the City authorities!!
Not to be deterred by this unfortunate event, your Organizing Committee has managed to secure an alternative, and an even better, picnic site at Lakeview Park in Oshawa. This new location overlooks Lake Ontario and it conjures memories of Forodhani in Zanzibar where many of us spent our youth!
The address, directions and the map to Lakeview Park are set out below for your convenience. The start time for the picnic remains 10:00 a.m.
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Oshawa and Surroundings
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Aug. 02 Picnic Venue
Directions to 55 Lakeview Park Ave.
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Directions to 55 Lakeview Park Ave., OSHAWA
Aug. 02 PICNIC Venue
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Toronto, June 17, 2009
ANNOUNCING NEW REUNION VENUE AND REVISED COST
Over the last little while many of our brothers and sisters contacted members of your Organizing Committee with the request that we reconsider the cost for attending the Reunion in light of the current global economic condition. We learned through this input that unless we make some adjustment to the cost structure, we would deprive many fellow Zanzibaris the opportunity to attend the function they eagerly look forward to. The prospect of leaving some of our friends out of what will be a great Reunion was not acceptable to the Organizing Committee, so we quickly went into action to remedy the situation without compromising on the quality of the Reunion program.
We are now very pleased to advise that following some strategic cost cutting measures, including a change of venue for the Dinner on Saturday August 1, we are able to reduce the per person cost to $90.00! All those who have paid for their tickets at the cost of $120.00 will receive a refund of $30.00 per ticket when they arrive at the Reunion Dinner on August 1.
The Dinner will now be held at:
Hilton Garden Inn Toscana Ballroom
3201 Highway 7 West,
Vaughan, Ontario
L4K 5Z7
The Picnic on Sunday August 2 will still take place at Centennial Park in Etobicoke, Ontario.
We request all who intend to attend the Reunion to make your cheques or money orders payable to Zanzibari Reunion 2009, and to forward same to us at the following address:
Hassan Jaffer
70 Baronial Court
Toronto, Ontario
M1C 3J7
Now that your Organizing Committee has responded to your legitimate cost concerns, you must not miss the opportunity to meet with your old friends and make some new ones at the Zanzibari Reunion 2009! We are only six weeks away from our Reunion so please do not delay in registering your name and sending your payment for an occasion to remember!
We look forward to seeing you.
Your Organizing Committee.
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Due the change of venue of the August 01 Event - the REUNION
Committee has decided to pass on
the savings to our patrons - The new
Purchase Price of the 2 day Event
has been reduced to $ 90.00
Those who have purchased and paid $120.00 per ticket will receive
their REFUNDS once details have been ironed out.
There is NO CHANGE for the 2nd Day Picnic Event .
ACCOMMODATION
available at HILTON GARDEN INN
Call for Rates:Tel:1-905-660-4700
Fax: 1-905-660-4300
Accomodation Website:
http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/hotels/accommodations.jhtml;jsessionid=EG2ECBZESHCHMCSGBIVMVCQ?ctyhocn=YYZVAGI
June 17, 2009
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Meet Your ORGANISING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
visit O.C.Members Page
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SULTAN RAJAN, Toronto
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Our Chairman
Reunion 2009 is his BABY
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2009 Zanzibari Reunion – Update Bulletin April 13, 2009
Reunion Souvenir Program Book
WaUnguja na WaPemba wenzetu,
Tunatumai wote hamjambo na mnasonga mbele.
As part of our plan for the Reunion this August, we intend to publish a Souvenir Program Book .This publication will contain articles on Zanzibar, including its history, culture, language, events and above all, reminiscences which we can all relate to. In order to augment the materials we have prepared for our publication, we are asking for contributions from our fellow
WaUnguja na WaPemba on topics of general interest including, but not limited to the following:
Ali Bajia, Mbatata za Adinani, Banu Chakli, Saidi na sharubati ya mabungo pili pili, doriyani, embe dodo, chuku, Chwaka, Kasu njugu-bisi, Baraza, mchawi, Forodha German, Baraza Tharia, Matemni, Hamamni, Chem chem, pakacha, Raha Leo, Sauti ya Unguja, Rasil-khayma etc. etc.
We also welcome your personal reminiscences of the following (150-200 words with pictures):
Dances of Zanzibar, Fancy, Mwaka Kogwa, Mnazimoja, Coopers, Trees and spices, Dhows and Ngalawas, Protestant Church, Msikiti Mablue, Parsi, Sikh gurdwara, Catholic church, Jamatkhana, Nai/Juni misit, Utho Yaro etc.
The Editorial Board will have the final decision in selecting submissions for inclusion in the publication.
Photos of various scenes in Unguja, including Stone Town and Pemba will be most welcome. If they are copyrighted, please ask for permission of the owner and then email to the editor.
Competition:
We are also inviting articles, of between 350 and 500 words, or poems of least 20 lines on "What Zanzibar means to me." Photographs may be submitted to enhance your materials.
All submissions will be judged by a panel of judges to be appointed by the Planning Committee and the winning submission will be published in Reunion Souvenir Program Book. The winner will receive a prize, and if present at the Reunion Gala Dinner, will be invited to read the article at the dinner.
Deadline for all the submissions is May 10, 2009, no extensions. Articles should be submitted to the Editor, Nisar Sheraly at sheraly@aol.com.
If you have any other suggestions about publication, please contact one of the following members of the Org. Comm.:
Hassan Jaffer -hajaffer@rogers.com
Nisar Sheraly - sheraly@aol.com.
Shahbanu Noormohammad - shabaua@hotmail.com.
Advertisements:
If you wish to advertise in the Reunion Souvenir Program Book,
please contact Hassan Jaffer – hajaffer@rogers.com
Let fellow Zanzibaris know about your business or profession.
Your Organizing Committee
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2009 Zanzibari Reunion – Update Bulletin April 5, 2009
It seems that with the help of all, the word of our Reunion is spreading fast, and the interest continues to build as good wishes for a successful Reunion continue to pour in from near and afar! This is great, and serves as a powerful tonic to your Organizing Committee.
In our March 15 Bulletin (see below), we encouraged people to purchase their tickets for the Reunion as soon as possible to help us properly plan this event and many people have responded to that request. However there are many others who have registered their intention to attend on our website but have still not purchased their tickets. In order to help us and avoid disappointment please attend to this important matter soon.
Past organizers of similar events advise us that people generally submit their payments very close to the date of the event, with many showing up at the door on the night of the event, expecting to purchase their tickets at the door. We understand the natural tendency to procrastinate on matters, particularly in our Zanzibari community where the words “kesho” and “badaye” are as common as “haluwa” and “kahawa” but folks we need your help to book early so we may adequately plan for the catering and entertainment. We are not planning to sell tickets at the door and so cannot guarantee entrance to those who arrive without tickets.
Details of how to purchase tickets are set out in our previous correspondence below.
Thank you for your support and participation.
Your Organizing Committee
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2009 Zanzibari Reunion – Update Bulletin March 15, 2009
Our 2009 Reunion continues to receive support and interest from many Zanzibaris around the world. This constant flow of good wishes, anticipation of reconnecting with old friends, and the promise of a good time when we get together in August is both exciting to those who are planning to attend the Reunion and very gratifying to your Organizing Committee; and we thank you for that!
However, we are concerned that this deluge of inquiries and demonstrated interest for the Reunion reflects a huge pent up demand which we must carefully manage in order to avoid disappointments. We need to determine as quickly as possible the total number of attendees so that additional space may be booked at the selected venues and other related arrangements can be made to accommodate everyone!
This is how you can help us:
- Book your tickets for the Reunion as soon as possible. Details of the cost and how payment may be made were discussed in our announcement of February 4, 2009 and will be reproduced below. You will note that we have now finalized arrangements to facilitate payment by credit card (Visa and MasterCard).
- For those who will be coming from out of town and will require hotel accommodation, it is highly recommended that you book you hotel rooms as soon as possible. Our Reunion coincides with the world renowned annual Caribana Festival in Toronto. The Caribana Festival attracts a large number of tourists who fill up all hotels in Toronto. Details of Caribana Festival may be found at www.caribanafestival.com
Cost
The cost to attend both Reunion events has been set at Canadian $ 120 per person.
If you are planning to attend the Reunion please complete your Registration Form on the website and email it as soon as possible. Your payment should follow soon after registration. Once your payment is received you will receive a confirmation of your reservation, and you will be placed on the list of committed attendees which will also be posted on our website.
Payment can be made by Cheque, Money Order, Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard) or Wire Transfer.
Payment by credit card includes an 8% administrative charge payable to the website domain; so tickets purchased by credit cards would cost $129.60 each. If you wish to pay by credit card please visit our website at www.zanzibarifestival.myevent.com then click the “Buy Tickets” icon and follow instructions.
Payments by cheque or money order should be made payable to Zanzibari Reunion 2009 and mailed, along with a copy of your Registration Form to:
Hassan Jaffer
70 Baronial Court
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
M1C 3J7
Bank wire transfer instructions for bank to bank payments are as follows:
Beneficiary Name: Zanzibari Reunion 2009
Beneficiary Acct : 147-502-9
Beneficiary Bank : 003
Beneficiary Transit: 00002
Ben Bank Address: 200 Bay Street, Main Floor, Toronto, On M5J 2J5
Accommodation
Days Hotel and Conference Centre
Arrangements have been made with Days Hotel and Conference Centre to block a number of rooms at discounted rates to our guests from out of town. Normal summer rates range from Cnd. $ 129 to $ 169, however our guests will be charged Cnd. $ 79 for single or double rooms and $ 84 for triple and quads. You should refer to Zanzibari Reunion and your booking requests should be addressed to the General Manager in order to get the discounted rates. Here are the coordinates for this hotel:
Bilal Mawagdeh
General Manager
Days Hotel & Conference Centre Toronto Airport East
1677 Wilson Avenue
Toronto, ON
M3L 1A5
Direct: 416-240-6855
Fax: 416-243-7342
Email: gm@daysto.com
Web: http://www.daysto.com
Seneca Collage
Accommodation is also available at various Seneca College campuses where the cost for bed and breakfast is approximately Cnd. $ 70 per night or $ 395 per week for a two bedroom suite. Additional details can be obtained by calling Mr. Harley at 416-491-8891 (office) or on this cell at 416-873-2934.
Here is a link to Seneca College website for your ease: http://www.senecac.on.ca/campuses/
Your Org. Comm. will endeavor to update you on the progress of our Reunion planning, however should you have any questions or concerns please drop us an email and we shall respond as quickly as practicable.
Your Organizing Committee
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Centennial Park Map
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THIS VENUE CANCELLED
New Venue is OSHAWA
55 Lakeview Park Ave.
July 23, 2009
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Our Area will be 4 and 5
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THIS VENUE CANCELLED
NEW Venue is OSHAWA
55 Lakeview Park Ave.
July 23, 2009
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FEBRUARY 04, 2009
To all Wa-Unguja na Wa-Pemba wherever you might currently reside
Many of you have been waiting with great anticipation for the details of the Zanzibari Reunion scheduled to be held in Toronto, Canada on August 1 and 2, 2009.
Planned Events
The Reunion Organizing Committee has been working hard at planning a tremendous event over two glorious days, where old friends and acquaintances will be able to meet at one location after decades. We invite everyone reading this announcement to spread the word of our Reunion to all others who originate from Unguja and Pemba, and to encourage them to attend this once in a life time opportunity for people to reconnect!
There are two main events being planned for the Reunion:
· Dinner on Saturday August 1, 2009, and
· Picnic on Sunday, August 2, 2009
Venues
The venues for both the events have now been booked and your Organizing Committee is busy planning the details of these events. We hope to put together a memorable program for the Reunion, including outstanding entertainment and cuisines, encompassing the entire Diasporas of our homeland. If you have any suggestions for menus, entertainment or picnic activities please forward them to us or post them on the Blog section of our website. The Org. Comm. will consider but not necessarily accept all suggestions.
Dinner will be held at the prestigious “On the Park” facilities, centrally located in Toronto. Details of the venue may be obtained by visiting their website at www.eventsonthepark.ca This venue is adjacent to a very popular park in Toronto and is easily accessible by public transit. It is also very close to the main thoroughfare in Toronto (Don Valley Parkway) so getting there by car is also very easy.
The picnic will be held at Centennial Park located within the city of Toronto. This is a very convenient location, surrounded by pristine greenery, a go-cart track and a soccer (football) stadium.
Cost
The cost to attend both events has been set at Canadian $ 120 per person.
If you plan to attend the Reunion please complete your Registration Form on the website and email it as soon as possible. Your payment should follow soon after registration. Once your payment is received you will receive a confirmation of your reservation, and you will be placed on the list of committed attendees which will also be posted on our website.
Payment can be made by Cheque, Money Order or Wire Transfer. The Org. Comm. is looking into the possibility of facilitating payment by Credit Card and an announcement will be made when those arrangements are in place.
Payments by cheque or money order should be made payable to Zanzibari Reunion 2009 and mailed to:
Hassan Jaffer
70 Baronial Court
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
M1C 3J7
Bank wire transfer instructions for bank to bank payments are as follows:
Beneficiary Name: Zanzibari Reunion 2009
Beneficiary Acct : 147-502-9
Beneficiary Bank : 003
Beneficiary Transit: 00002
Ben Bank Address: 200 Bay Street, Main Floor, Toronto, On M5J 2J5
REGISTER NOW!!
Your Organizing Committee is grateful for the incredible support many of you have shown for this event, and judging from the postings on our website the enthusiasm continues to grow! Your well wishes and encouragement have been a great motivator for us, so please don’t stop writing, calling and spreading the word about the Reunion!
Now that the dates have been set, the venues booked, and event planning is in full swing for what will be a weekend to remember, all we need is for you to register your attendance and come to the party! Judging from the feedback received to-date the Reunion will be a sell out, so avoid disappointment and REGISTER NOW!!
Your Organizing Committee
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