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Eleventh Annual
Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival
August 17-18, 2001·
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Lowell Cultural
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Mogan Cultural
Council
Theodore Edson
Parker Foundation
Wang Foundation
Saints Medical
Center
KeySpan
For more information
please call Sambath Bo
978-399-8039
The Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival Is made possible by the Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association, Lao Family Mutual
Assistance Association, Ught of Cambodian Children, Inc., Thal Association of Boston, Lowell National Historical Park, Jericho Road
Project, Wat Buddha Bhavana, Tralratanaram Temple, Koun Khmer TV Show, Middlesex Community College International and Multicultural
Office, Lowell Television Communications, Lowell Cultural Council, Mogan Cultural Council, COOL, Voice of Cambodian Chlldren/WUML,
Local Businesses, Community Organizations and Volunteers.
www.lowellwaterfestival.org
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120.Cross Street~ Lowell ~ MA 01854 ~ 978 596-1000
Friday, August 17, 2007
Dear community members and friends:
Spiritual Ad visory Board
Venerable Sao Khan, Chair
Ven . Mangkone Dhammadharo, Vice Chair
Venerable Seng Samoeumt
Venerable Seng Saphoeun
Venerable David Chutiko
B OARD OF DIRECTORS
Welcome to the 11 th Annual Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival. We hope
that you enjoy the variety of Southeast Asian food , merchand ise, performances,
and arts and crafts that you will encounter throughout our two-day celebration.
The Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival was initiated in the summer of 1997
by a number of community members, including but not limited to Mr. Samkhann
Khoeun - former Executive Director of the Cambodian Mutual Assistance
Association , Dr. Linda Silka - Director of the UMass Lowell Center for Work,
Family and Community, Chath pierSath - Community Activist, Blong Xiong Lao Family Mutual Assistance Association , and Cheryl West and Khan Chau of
the University of Massachusetts, Lowell campus, among others. Their concern
had been the environmental cleanliness of the Merrimack River as well as
surrounding bodies of freshwater.
Mr. Sayon Soeun (President)
Mr. Phone Phetvixay (Vice President)
Dr. Phala Chea (Treasurer)
Vatsady Sivongxay (Clerk)
Devan Phommasinh
Khamtane Khamdy
Buntha Krouch With the intention of bringing a thousand year old tradition from Cambodia,
Prinya Somma/a Laos, and Thailand and tying it to water education here in the Greater Lowell
Ghia Srithong area , the Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival was begun and has
progressed to what it is today. As a result, approximately 60,000 participants
are drawn to this event annually, with attendees coming from all walks of life
Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association
(CMAA) and ethnicities throughout the United States, Canada, France , and Australia.
INCORPORATORS
To celebrate the 11 th anniversary of the Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival,
Lao Family Mutual Association
a special water education section has been included in the program book.
(LFMA)
While the entire event is revolved around boat racing , we also feel that it is vital
Light of Cambodian Children, Inc to teach young children on the importance of clean water in our everyday lives.
LCC) After all, without the water in both the Mekong River and the Merrimack River,
we wouldn't have been able to begin this un ique tradition.
Wat Buddhabhavana of MA
Organizing the Water Festival is a big endeavor. It takes many volunteer hours,
To
join in the effort to support this important annual event, please consider making
EVENT C OORDINATOR a donation or sign up to volunteer for future years. Donations can be sent to
Sambath Bo Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival c/o CMAA, 165 Jackson Street, Lowell ,
MA 01852. A volunteer form is included in the back of this book as well for your
convenience. Please visit our website at www.lowellwaterfestival.org for more
information.
Thai Association of Boston ongoing year-round effort, and dedicated board and committee members.
Last, but not least, have a safe and fun time, and thank you for making the 11th
annual Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival possible!
Best wishes,
Sayon Soeun , President
Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival, Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Top Cover/ Enterprise Bank
1. Welcoming Remarks
2. Louis L. Pinn Insurance Agency
3. Table of Centents - Carabao - Phnom Penh
Travel - Muay Thai
4. Mogan Cultural Center
5. Water In Our Lives
6. Wat Buddhabhavana / Connector Financial
7. Friday Schedule (Candle Floating Ceremony)
8. WorldTV
9. KeySpan - Red Rose Restaurant
10. Saturday Schedule (Main Stage)
11. Saturday Schedule (Stage 11)
12. Map, Food & Merchandise Booths
13. Map, Arts Crafts, Info. Booths and Boat Teams
14. Lowell Community Charter Public School
15. Old Crane and Brother Crab
16. KK Insurance Company/ Urban Real Estate
17. MetLife
18. Find Your Friends Maze
19. Water Quality Word Scramble
20. Fish Find Crossword Puzzle
21 . Coloring Page
22. LSEAWF lncorporators
23. Volunteer & Donation Forms
24. LSEAWF Committees
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Water and Our Lives
Written by Bopha Tum
Water is life. To people from different background and religions, it embodies birth and
rebirth . To the Southeast Asian people, water not only signifies renewal , but it
symbolizes cleanliness, purity, and prosperity. For Southeast Asians, water connects
all aspects of being: food , agriculture, spirituality, and economic success. Whether it is
known as Bon Om Tuk in Cambodia, Baun Son Hae in Loas, or Keng Loeur in
Thailand , for centuries the Water Festival has been an annual celebration of cleansing
and rinsing past sins accrued during the old year to replenish for the new year.
The Water Festival is the most popular and
strident celebration in Southeast Asia.
Millions of people from remote areas of the
countries journey to the capitals to compete
in the boat races, cheer for their favorite
teams, and participate in the singing ,
dancing , and traditional games. Every year, they put thoughts of work or struggle
aside to be thankful for the rivers, lakes, and ponds that are the main source of their
livelihood and economic development and pray for good fortune , longevity, and the
opportunity to regenerate.
For Southeast Asians, whether this important and fun-filled festivity takes place in their
mother countries or the countries they now call home, it is essential for them to preserve their tradition , take time to celebrate
the event, and share and teach younger generations of Southeast Asians and people from different cultures and background of
who they are, and their values and beliefs.
Each year, on the third Saturday in August, Cambodians and other Southeast Asians come together to Lowell , Massachusetts
to celebrate the Southeast Asian Water Festival along the Merrimack River and reminisce about life along the Mekong River.
Like the Water Festival in Southeast Asia, the Water Festival in Lowell is a time for Southeast Asians living abroad to take some
time to be thankful of all their good fortunes, pray for better living conditions for people
back home, and allow people from other cultures to experience a part of their tradition ,
and learn what makes them who they are. After all, water is life to many of us.
The Water Festival is a time for fun, relaxation, and self-renewal , but it is also a time
to collectively work together to help keep the water clean and safe for future
generations and enable them to continue the beautiful tradition that has been past
down from our ancestors.
"Hanuman" is the popular White Monkey
General from the Indian epic the
Ramayana, now adapted into many
Southeast Asian versions .
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PROGRAM
Friday August 17, 2007
Middlesex Community College Plaza & Lowell Lower Locks
6:55 pm
7:05 pm
6:35 pm
6:45 pm
6:50 pm
7:15 pm
Introduction by MC
Khmer Traditional Music by LCCPS Group
Buddhist Blessing Ceremony lead by Ven. Ajhan Mangkone
Speakers: Rep. of Ven. Sao Khun & Ven . Ajhan Mangkone
Boung Soung Prahma by Somaly Hay & Co.
Speakers (Sam bath, Sayon, Bill.. .etc)
Puong Neary by Somaly Hay & Co
Tro/Chapey by LCCPS Group
Tepmonorum by Somaly Hay & Co.
0 Duang Champa (Lao National Flower Dance) by Wat Buddhabavana Summer
Cultural School Troupe
Kup Tupp Toum Laung Prabang (Folk song and dance from Luang Prabang, and
old ancient city of Laos) by Wat Buddhabavana Summer Cultural School Troupe
Candlelight Floating Ceremony (Introduction by Ajhan Mongkone)
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Saturday August 18, 2007
Main Stage
9:30 am
10:00 am
10:10 am
10:20 am
11:05 am
11 :15 am
11:35 am
11:45 am
11:55 am
12:05 pm
12:40 pm
12:50 pm
1:00 pm
1:10 pm
1:55 pm
2:05 pm
2:15 pm
2:25 pm
3:10 pm
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Introduction by MCs
Khmer Traditional Music by LCCPS Group
Blessing Ceremony by Buddhist Monks lead by Ajhan David
Khmer Band by ............ Band
Thai Dance "Kabi Kabong" & "Fire Kabi Kabong" by Wat Thai of Boston
Thai Dance "Mahori Dance" by Wat Thai of Boston
Blessing Dance by Laotian Community Center of RI (LCCRI)
3rd World Entertainment
Blessing Dance by Golap Sor Dance Troupe
Special Guests (Mayor, etc.)
Preap Santhipheap Dance by Golap Sor Dance Troupe
Hanuman Dance by LCCRl/3 rd World Entertainment
Robam Khen by Golap Sor Dance Troupe
Javelin Record and Semifinal Results Announcement by MC
Khap Toom Luang Prabang by LCCRI
Thai Musical Instrument Play by Wat Thai of Boston
Tang Vai by Wat Buddhabavana SCS Troupe
Stage Closed: Boat Racing Observation-MC Announcement On Stage
0 Duang Champa (Lao National Flower Dance) by Wat Buddhabavana Summer
Cultural School Troupe (Wat Buddhabavana SCS Troupe)
Thai Band by Papaya Band
Hip Hop Dance by Team Rithim
Khmer Traditional Music/MC Announcement
ANNOUNCEMENT: Boat Racing Final Result/Reward/Trophies
Closing Announcement
Copyright Andrew Page Photography 2006 - andrew@andrewpage.com
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Program
Saturday August 18th, 2007
Stage II
10:30 am
10:35 pm
12:10 pm
12:30 pm
1:15 pm
1:25
1:45
2:25
3:10
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3:45 pm
4:35 pm
5:00 pm
Introduction by MC
Lao Band by Laos Star Band
Javelin Record Inc.
Lao Band by Laos Star Band
Laos Dance (Tamara Phongsavat) by Wat
Buddhabavana SCS Troupe
3rd World Entertainment
Lao Band by Laos Star Band
Stage Close: Boat Racing Observation
Lao Band by Laos Friendship Band/Semifinal Results
Announcement by MC
PRE-ANNOUNCEMENT: Boat Race Final Results
Reward Trophies at Main Stage
FINAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Boat Racing Final Results
Reward Trophies at Main Stage
Closing Ceremony
Copyright Andrew Page Photography 2006 - andrew@andrewpage.com
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MERCHANDISE
Borwornthammarat, Darasri
3rd World Entertainment
Boston Buddha Vararam Temple
Angkor Hair Design
Esan Sausage
Khemara Restaurant
Lao American Community of MA Inc.
Lao United Church of Christ
Bopha Bridal Shop
Champathong
Creative Design
Good Day Video
Javelin Records
Light of Cambodian Children Inc.
Kampuchea Video
Phamavong , Christy C.
Khmer Arts
Som , Phany
Khmer Cultu ral Institute
Soukkaphan , Bounthavy
Lao,Len
Southeast Asian Delight
Supreme Master Ching Hai International
Association
Neary Rothkunthea's Fashion
Neighborhood Video
Tepthida Khmer Restaurant
Plant Sales
Thai Cu isine
Quality Resources
Thai House Restaurant
Rithy Khmer Video Production
Thai Hut
Saengchan, Miller
Thai Inter
Soun, Kayla
Wat Buddhabhavana
Summertime Nursery
Pinkprincess
S. V. Oriental Market
Thai Hut
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1al Food , Merchandise, Information , Arts & Crafts Booths, Stage II
Regatta Field Parking Lot
MA/COM Parking Lot
Dunkin
Donuts
nformation <Boot/is! "'" ARTS AND CRAFTS
Khmer Art & T-shirt
Paul Toys Granpa's Toys
INFORMATION BOOTHS
Asian Community Development
Bath Fitter
Christian Cambodian American Fellowship
CITA Mission (Zion Alliance Church)
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Laotian Cultural Center
Legacies of War
Lowell Community Charter Public School
Lowell Community Health Center
Mass. Asian & Pacific Islanders for Health
Massachusetts Council on Compulsive
MetLife
Middlesex Community College
Mortgage Associates
Supreme Master Ch ing Hai International
Association
Vacation Village Resorts & Affiliates
Watt Samaki Temple, Inc.
Wings of Hope Alliance for Cambodia, Inc.
ROWING TEAMS
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Team Boston - Paddle
Team - Lynn Sport
Team Laos - Family Mutual Assoc.
Team Thai - Lowell
NJ Dragon Boat Club
On Saturday, the LSEAWF
Information Booth /
Missing Children Center
will be located at the
Sampas Pavilion (Main Stage)
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found a lost child , please go to the
main Information Booth and our
volunteers will contact the
appropriate personnel for
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11TH ANNUAL WATER FESTIVAL!
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Longer school day and year
Art, Music, Physical Education and Health Program
Spanish and Khmer Language Instruction
Small class size
Athletic Program
Student Uniform use Pol icy
Tuition-Free
Cultural Events
MCAS-Preparation (Before and After School)
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Boys Soccer
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Computer Lab
Cambodian Cultural Celebration
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Old Crane and Brother Crab
In the middle of the forest, there was a pond that Old Crane inhabited as his
home . One day, Old Crane was too weak to go searching for food . He acted
very worried so that everyone can see.
Brother Crab who was nearby noticed Old Crane looking desolate so he asked
him, "Why are you so sad looking , Big Brother? Why don't you go look for
food?"
Old Crane laments, "Oh , Brothers and Sisters! The fish in this pond had been
my food source! But I had overheard some humans talking with each other about a fisherman who will soon catch
al l the fish here! If there is to be no more fish here, then my death is near approaching! That is why I am
worried ...too worried to think about my hunger!"
All the fish discussed among themselves and decided that Old Crane
might have some ideas to help them . "Oh , Brother Crane," all the fish
called out, "Do you have any plans to help all of us?"
Old Crane tells them , "The only way of keeping all of you safe is to get
you to another body of water. I can bring you to a pond nearby one at a
time. I have seen that pond . There are not that many humans there. "
All of the fish were very happy with that plan and agreed to have Old
Crane transport them to another pond. One by one, Old Crane carried
the fish out of the pond and one by one, he ate them all before returning.
Once all of the fish were gone from the pond, there was only Brother Crab left who asked Old Crane, "Oh Brother
Crane, please bring me to that pond as well. I want to go live with the rest of the fish. "
Old Crane was ecstatic that Brother Crab wanted to go with him ... he had never eaten crab meat before! So he had
Brother Crab hang onto his neck while he flew him towards a mound of land . But Brother Crab was very attentive
and , while in the air, noticed fish bones scattered all over the place. "Huh! Am I coming so soon into my death?" he
thought to himself. "No, I must find a way of saving myself!"
When Old Crane and Brother Crab were on006Cy a few feet from landing , Brother Crab took his claws and
squeezed Old Crane's neck until Old Crane was no longer breathing. And that was the end of Old Crane's life.
Brother Crab had to find another place where he can continue his life. But upon finding no other pond nearby, he
went back in the direction he came from and luckily found his old home. From then on , Brother Crab passed down
his true story about not trusting old cranes to the fish in the pond and he lived a long, happy life.
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LCCwelcomes and greatly appreciates contributions from both the public and private sectors, individuals as w e ll
a-s busines.ses and ,organizations. All donati ons will go toi.vard t he construdion of th e new Laotian Cultural
Center and Museum. Thank you for helping us pr,e serve our cultur e and heritage; a gift for gene rati ons to come .
Please make check or m oney order payable to:
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traditional dance presentation as part of the Water Festi\·al' s, multi-cultural entertainment program.
The annual Summer Cultural School Program 2007 offers the children a nriety of actidties and classes
related to their spiritual and cultural heritage. They are happy and eager to share a sampling of dances they ha\·e
been learning under the guidance of 1Irs. Phonvieng Yattha,·isack, \'!:ho has rnlunte ered her expertise in Lao
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The goal of the Summer Cultural School Program 2007 is to strengthen the children' s connection ·with the
treasure of their Cultural Heritage and the respect for it and that of all others that it promotes in a wholesome and
fun -filled en,·ironment. The Name of The perfom1ers are as follows:
1forna Khamdy, Anida )lannorind, Josh 1fannorind, Ashley 1lannorind, Pa,-ina SengYongchanh, Sarina
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Annette Leemarpilab, Sony Yannabouathong, 1fike Phachansiri, Darlena Sihanourath, Jason
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Please indicate when you would like to help out:
Friday's Candle Floating Ceremony
Saturday's Boat Racing and Main Event
If you are interested in planning this annual event, please select one or more of the following committees:
Boat Team Committee
Entertainment Committee (note below if you would like to Emcee or work the stage areas for the event)
Fundraising Committee (Sponsors, Advertisements, and Booths)
Logistics Committee
Media / Public Relations Committee
fJ Volunteer Committee
Special skills or talents you would like utilized/Comments:
DONATION FORM
If you would like to contribute to help fund next year's festival, please complete and send this form and a check to:
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information, please fill out the above contact information and check here:
Thank you for your support!
For more information, please visit: www.lowellwaterfestival.or
*Special thanks to Wat Buddhabhavana for making all of the candle floats once again
for this year's "Candle Float Ceremony" to be held on Friday, August 1i\ at the
Lower Locks canal located off of the Middlesex Community College Campus.
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The 11 th year celebration of the Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival would not have been
made possible without the dedication and commitment of the following individuals:
Spiritual Advisory Board
Venerable Sao Khon
Venerable David Chutiko
Venerable Mangkane Dhammadharo
Venerable Samoeurnt Seng
Venerable Saphoeun Seng
Nomination Committee
Dr. Phala Chea
Buntha Krouch
Vatsady Sivongzay
Fundraiser
Prinya Sommala
Phone Phetvixay
Sambath Bo
Finance
Dr. Phala Chea
Vatsady Sivongxay
Sayon Soeun
Sambath Bo
Booth Committee
Dr. Phala Chea , Chair
Khamtane Khamdy
Ajahn Mangkone Sanakone
Entertainment
Chansareth Sak
Buntha Krouch
Ghia Srithong
Seimuth Suth
Mera A. Som
Hathaikan Glaude (Tong)
Kevin Sengkeomixay
Ratriey Dang
Sambath Bo
Thong Sananixay
Jake Keo
Thu Dao
Vera Tith
Boats Committee
Ghia Srithong, Chair
Buntha Krouch
Deuan Phommansinh
Volunteer
Sambath Bo
Church for Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Religious
Khamtane Khamdy , Chair
Ajahn Mangkone Sanakone
Event Coordinator
Sambath Bo
Master of Ceremonies
Sareth Sak, Chairman
Anna Vatsana, Laotian MC
Bethany Phrakane Kham
Buntha Krouch , Khmer MC
Ghia Srithong, Thai MC
Hathaikan Glaude, Thai MC
Kosal Soun, Khmer/English MC
La La Malakham, Laotian MC
Mera S. Som, Khmer/English MC
Sophalina, Khmer MC
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11th Annual Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival program, 2007-08-17
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The 11th Annual Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival program booklet. The booklet contains 28 pages and includes a letter from Sayon Soeun, the event schedule, and more.
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2007-08-17
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English
Khmer
Lao
Thai
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Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival Eleventh Annual August 17-18 2007
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Lowell, Massachusetts
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Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival, Inc.
2000-2009
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Southeast Asian Water Festival