The Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ 2014 which was successfully held on 24 August was indeed a joyful and satisfying experience for all of us! Nalandians would like to thank our earnest sponsors, benefactors, volunteers and patrons who came from near and far to support our biggest fund-raising event ever. We owe it to all of you for such a fabulous ‘Fun Fair’!
This wonderfully upbeat video clip produced by Nalandian youth Ajita Lim is dedicated to everyone who has been so merry and supportive of us. We hope you’ll enjoy it and share this video with your friends, too. May you be well and happy always! ‘THANK YOU’!
It has been more than a week since Nalanda’s ‘Family Fun Fair’ was held on 24 August; yet the joy and satisfaction lingers on for the organisers and volunteers. We owe it to the tireless and selfless contribution by everyone involved in the event, and all sponsors, benefactors, and patrons who came from near and far to support this worthy cause.
Read moreOn 31 August 2014, we celebrate Malaysia’s 57th Independence Day. Arguably, it has been a difficult year for Malaysia with the twin accidents of MH370 and 17 still fresh in our thoughts. Yet we have faith that with collective will and unity, we can overcome such tragedies as one nation and people.
Read moreDuring last weekend’s Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’, we were touched by our Kelantanese friends who came from so far by train, bus and plane to support the event! An advance party of 8 devotees came to camp at Nalanda Centre for 2 days to help with the preparations. And they did not come empty handed – together they brought along 2,000 pieces of home-made ‘tao pao’ (a local Kelantanese delicacy), 50kg of various fruits, and 300 coconuts!
Read moreThe successfully-concluded Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ took months of meticulous planning and preparations to come to fruition. For that, we owe it to a small army of Nalandian volunteers who worked selflessly and tirelessly to organise the whole event.
Read moreThe Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ was concluded successfully at 5pm on 24 August. More than 6,000 patrons turned up to enjoy a fun day out with family and friends at Nalanda Centre. The heavy downpour which came towards the end of the Fair did not dampen the high spirits and strong camaraderie as everyone was happy working selflessly and tirelessly towards a noble cause.
Read moreOn Saturday 19 July, teachers and students of Nalanda Free School Johor Bahru Branch celebrated “Teachers’ Day” at NEO Centre JB. Since its inception, teachers, students and their parents formed a firm rapport, encouraged by the active participation of all parties. Teachers and parents are well aware of the roles they play in guiding students to experience holistic education, where good values and refined culture are instilled.
Read moreOn Friday 8 August, Nalandian youths had a farewell gathering in honour of Nicholas Lee who is leaving for overseas studies. Youth leaders Bro. Disheng and Sis. Sumana rallied youth members for a heart-warming sharing session where everyone expressed their support for Nicholas and for each other’s future plans.
Read moreThe 2014 Commonwealth Games is now underway in Glasgow, Scotland. At the Opening Ceremony of the “friendly games”, the arena observed a minute’s silence in memory of those who perished with MH17. The Malaysian contingent marched into the stadium led by the flag-bearer carrying the national flag at half-mast, followed by Malaysia Airlines cabin crew and athletes – all wearing black arm-bands. The contingent received a warm reception and ovation at the ceremony as a mark of empathy and solidarity over the tragic losses of MH17 and MH370. Thank you, Scotland!
Read moreThis year’s 7-week long Gimhāna Period Retreat, which began on 28 May, came to a wonderful and inspiring close last night. Over the weeks, more than 200 devotees packed Nalanda Centre especially on Wednesdays and weekends for meditation, chanting, and community service.
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