PENANG will host the 24th Baba Nyonya convention 2011 with the theme ‘Peranakan Philanthrophy: From Family to State’ from Nov 25 to Nov 27.
According to organising chairman Datuk Tan Gin Soon, an array of activities with regards to the Baba Nyonya culture will be held during the three-day conference.
“Activities like the introduction to ‘Sang Jit’, a prelude to a Baba Nyonya Wedding and Peranakan Seminar to name a few will be organised,” said Tan.
“The whole convention will also involve a lot of the cultural dance called Joget.”
Traditional wedding culture: Tan (third left) and other committee members of the event holding the items for the 'Sang Jit' ceremony. This year, the convention has already attracted over 500 Baba Nyonya delegates from Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and Australia.
“We are honoured to be able to organise this memorable and colourful event. It brings back nostalgia and holds much promise for most of us,” Tan added.
Tan also said that the convention was important for the continuity of the Baba Nyonya culture.
“As we enter the modern (globalised) world, we tend to for- get our roots and with this con- vention, it will not only remind us of our culture but also strengthen it.”
Besides being able to savour the delicious Nyonya cuisine, the convention will also be emphasising the philosophy and values of the Baba Nyonya family.
Other activities that will be held during the convention are a Baba Nyonya morning bazaar, a heritage tour as well as a gala dinner and dance at the Khoo Kongsi land-mark.
Those who are interested to participate can email to peranakanpenang2011@yahoo.com.
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