L-R: Lee Chin Fei & Peh Hooi Ling and Lee Kon Fi & Wong Xu En

It is double celebration for the 52 couples who choose today to tie the knot. It is a most auspicious and significant day, with Yuan Xiao Festival coinciding with Valentine’s Day.

Ng Shi Jun and his wife Mok Chee Wen with a bouquet of 99 chocolates

Yuan Xiao, or in Hokkien, Chap Goh Meh which means “the 15th night”, is also known as “Chinese Valentine’s Day”.

Chen Fern Soon and his wife Connie Wong

What better day to get married on this day, which only happens once every 19 years? I bet all these grooms would have no problem remembering their wedding anniversaries in years to come!

Lam Wai Hoong and his wife Kok Shiao Yean

The ceremony, held in front of family and friends, started at 10am sharp, according to a fusion of Eastern and Western marriage rites.

Lee Zheng Yip and his wife Lee Wai Si

Assistant Registrar of Marriages, who is also the association’s President, Dato’ Ooi Foh Sing, delivered a lengthy speech on the sacrament of marriage, of family harmony and the importance of health.

group photo

Most of all, he reminded the newly-weds of the trials and tribulations of every parent in bringing up their children. It was a timely reminder to these future parents that it is going to be a heavy responsibility to take on! Remember, parents always leave the best for the kids!

time to kiss the bride

Having attended numerous mass weddings here, I must admit that I have listened to this “sermon” many times but each time is just as meaningful as the last. One can never get bored, even if one isn’t getting married then!

Than Khai Meng (R) and Chan Pik Shan take the vow for better or worse

I believe my photos today show the entire proceedings of the morning. Everyone looked very happy but for the brides and their grooms, it’s just taking the first step in their married life together. Nevertheless, congratulations to all of you!

Phoon Kum Tong signs her marriage certificate

Those who are interested to get married, or participate in the next mass wedding ceremony, should contact Ipoh Chinese Chinwoo Athletic Association directly.

Lim Woei Chet (R) & Chong Man Yoke (L) exchange wedding rings

Ipoh Chinese Chinwoo Athletic Association (Persatuan Sukan China Chinwoo Ipoh)
Add: 36, Jalan Hussein, 30250 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia.
GPS Coordinates: N 04 35.346′ E 101 5.101′

Tel: +605-2544019 / +605-2415561
Fax: +605-2557303
email: iphcwoo@yahoo.com
Ipoh Chin Woo Website: HERE

Office hours:
Mon – Fri: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Sat: 9am – 1pm
Closed on Sundays and Public holidays.

a photo of the bridal couple with their parents

Event: Chap Goh Meh & Valentine’s Day Mass Wedding
Venue: Wisma Chin Woo, Ipoh
Date: 14th February, 2014
Time: 10am

Assistant Registrar of Marriages-cum-Ipoh Chin Woo President, Dato’ Ooi Foh Sing, presents a lighted lotus lamp to signify everlasting love

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