SLANE Winter Ball 2025
Saturday, February 8th, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton, Westborough, Massachusetts
Join us for an unforgettable evening at this year’s SLANE Winter Ball, benefiting Abby’s House and Malpotha Sri Mahinda Vidyalaya.
Enjoy a night of elegance, entertainment, and giving back to two incredible causes.
Tickets:
- Children (5 and under): Free
- Youth (6-17): $55
- Adults: $99
Online ticket sales open in December! Stay tuned for details on how to reserve your spot.
We look forward to seeing you there for a night filled with love, laughter, and support for our community.
Who we are..
The Sri Lanka Association of New England (SLANE) – 501© 3 organization EIN # 81- 2280947, was formed by about 50 Sri Lankans at the inaugural meeting held on September 26, 1998 at St. Peter’s parish hall, Cambridge, MA. Currently, our association is open to all Sri Lankans and friends of Sri Lankans living in New England. [Read more..]
Past Events
SLANE Fall Fest 2024
Saturday, September 14th, 2023
12PM to 5PM
Nara Park Amphitheater
25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA 01720
Winter Ball 2024
Welcome to Winter Ball 2024 –
An extraordinary evening dedicated to making a difference! Our fundraising efforts this year aim to support two impactful charities:
1.Abby’s House – Join us in supporting Abby’s House, a beacon of hope for homeless women and children in Worcester, MA. Your contributions will help provide shelter, resources, and a path towards a brighter future.
2. Malpotha Sri Mahinda School, Bandarawela, Sri Lanka – Be part of a transformative journey spanning 3 to 4 years. Our charity project focuses on enhancing computer literacy and infrastructure at Malpotha Sri Mahinda Vidyalaya by donating a fully functional computer lab. Together, let’s empower the next generation with the tools for success.
Event Highlights:
- Entertainment: Immerse yourself in the beats of DJ Angelo & Peter Rodrigo, ensuring an unforgettable night of celebration.
- Open & Cash Bar: Enjoy a complimentary open bar until dinner, with a cash bar available thereafter.
- Culinary Delights: Indulge in a culinary experience featuring Sri Lankan appetizers and a sumptuous Western buffet.
- Captivating Moments: Strike a pose on the red carpet during our photo shoot, update your professional profile with a LinkedIn headshot, and capture memories in our 360 Video Booth.
- Exciting Prizes: Take a chance on our raffle prizes and bid for exclusive items in the live auction.
- Dance Extravaganza: Get ready to groove, and you might just be crowned one of our Best Dancers with fantastic prizes awaiting.
Your presence at Winter Ball 2024 is not just an invitation to a glamorous evening but a commitment to making a positive impact. Join us for a night of entertainment, philanthropy, and community as we dance towards a brighter future.
SLANE Fall Fest 2023
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
12PM to 5PM
Nara Park Amphitheater
25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA 01720
Aid for Sri Lanka Crisis
A fundraiser is organized by Sri Lanka Association of New England
To our Sri Lankan community members, families, and friends all over the world—Sri Lanka needs you now more than ever.
Sri Lanka is in crisis, and a majority of the people who call this country home are in imminent danger of starvation. The Sri Lankan people have been met with 13+ hour power cuts, dangerous shortages of much-needed food and medicine, and a scarcity of healthcare supplies needed for medical surgeries and procedures. The hardest hit are those living at or below the poverty line and whose day to day income has been severely affected by these power cuts and supply shortages. Many Sri Lankan families cannot afford basic food and medical necessities. 100% of the proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards local community organizations supporting people of ALL ethnic backgrounds in Sri Lanka.
To donate and more information, please visit the GoFundMe fundraiser page.
SLANE Fall Fest 2022
September 10th, 2022
12PM to 5PM
Nara Park Amphitheater
25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA 01720
SLANE Fall Fest 2021
SLANE Winter Ball 2020 was held on
February 8, 2020 at the DoubleTree Hilton in Westborough, MA.
The Discover Sri Lanka is an annual program for our children to learn their heritage in a fun an exciting manner. All of us who are far from Sri Lanka are naturally challenged to share the traditions and the exciting elements of our culture with our next generation. Discover Sri Lanka is an event designed by the younger leaders in our Sri Lankan community for the younger Sri Lankan community. Your children’s participation will not only help them learn about Sri Lanka, but also expose them and inspire them towards the fine leadership skills of our youth who are taking the lead in pulling this nice event together.
SLANE Winter Ball 2019 was held on February 9, 2019 at the DoubleTree Hilton in Westborough, MA.
Do You Know Contest – Guide
Politics / Government
1. Who is the 1st woman Prime Minister in Sri Lanka? Sirimavo Bandaranayake
2. Who is the current president of Sri Lanka? Maithripala Sirisena
3. Who is the 1st executive president of Sri Lanka? J.R. Jayawardana
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Discover Sri Lanka 2015
The Discover Sri Lanka is an annual program for our children to learn their heritage in a fun an exciting manner. All of us who are far from Sri Lanka are naturally challenged to share the traditions and the exciting elements of our culture with our next generation. Discover Sri Lanka is an event designed by the younger leaders in our Sri Lankan community for the younger Sri Lankan community. Your children’s participation will not only help them learn about Sri Lanka, but also expose them and inspire them towards the fine leadership skills of our youth who are taking the lead in pulling this nice event together.
Winter Ball 2015
SLANE committee has been busy planning to bring Winter Ball 2015. See details in the attached flyer. Hopefully, you saved the date! Please note that the seating is limited to 160 people and you are advised to purchase tickets in advance and yes, we now accept credit cards for your convenience. Be advised that this WILL be an evening to remember and we will start on time. Get your dancing shoes ready and see you there! Let’s Party!