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Mangaluru, Sep 7 : On September 6, 2024, a vibrant and joyous celebration was held at the Nursery section of Mount Carmel Central School, Mangaluru, commemorating three significant festivals: the Nativity of Mother Mary, Ganesh Chaturthi and Onam. The pre-nursery and nursery kids along with their mentors came together in a spirit of unity and reverence. The festivities kicked off with a beautiful prayer dance, invoking blessings and setting a spiritual tone for the day. The prayerful movements, synchronized with soulful music, filled the hearts of the audience with a sense of peace and devotion.The tiny tots confidently articulated the significance of the day.

The feast of Nativity of Mother Mary was celebrated by a graceful act depicting the birth of Mother Mary. The tiny tots conveyed a message of hope, love and kindness through their presentation. The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi was celebrated with equal fervour. The Onam, a harvest festival of Kerala too was commemorated with great enthusiasm. The little ones dressed in white and gold presented a folk dance highlighting the importance of this festival.

Children enjoyed the group activity of making a birthday card for the feast of nativity of Mother Mary, paper collage activity of swasthic symbol for Ganesh Chaturthi and bud painting activity of Pookalam for Onam. The Onam Pookalam prepared by Nursery staff along with the tiny tots was the attraction of the day.

The Nursery campus buzzed with excitement and energy, as the children and teachers assembled together to celebrate these important festivals of Nature. It helped the young minds to connect to their cultural roots in a meaningful and engaging way.