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Attend a Health Education Library for People (HELP) talk on 'Personality Development At All Ages And Stages Of Life ', by Ms Ratna Khemani, where the speaker will talk about the importance of personality development at different stages of human life. Entry is free When: Wednesday, Mar 28 Where: Health Education Library, Excelsior Business Center, National Insurance Building, ground floor, near Excelsior Cinema, Dr DN Road, CST Timing: 3.30pm onwards Contact: 99303 34442 l SPIRITUALITY Spiritual healer, doctor and Master Zhi Gang Sha brings the Divine Healing Hands mission to Mumbai. He will conduct a three-day intensive soul healing workshop to create Divine Healing Hands Soul Healers. These healers will join healers from 17 other cities from across the globe to become servants of humanity and the 'divine' When: March 30 to April 1 Where: Rangsharda Auditorium, near Lilavati Hospital, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (West) Contact: For more information, call 88792 20952, 74987 36393, 99208 67968 or visit www.drsha.com Attend Part-1 of the Art of Living course and learn Sudarshan Kriya, a unique breathing technique that eliminates stress, fatigue and negative emotions such as anger, frustration, and depression, leaving you calm yet energised, focused yet relaxed When: March 27 to April 1 Where: Community hall, Bima Nagar, Opp. Vishal Hall, Andheri (East) Timing: 6am to 9am Contact: 98691 46741, 98212 42184 Kaivalyadhama, recognized by the education department of Maharashtra as a special school, is organising a certificate course in Yoga Education. It will be conducted by secretary Parmanand Aggarwal and his team. The organization is also organising a pranayama sadhana shibir When: May 1 to June 30 (certificate course); April 2 to April 14 (shibir) Where: ICYHC Kaivalyadham, 43 Netaji Subhash Road, next to Tarapurawala fish aquarium Timing: 10.30am to 3.30pm (course); 6.30am to 8am (shibir) Contact: 22818417, 22886256 or email yogaupdate@gmail.com l ADOPT Shyla is a two-month-old female pup - cute, cuddly and furry. Indian breeds easily adjust to our weather, are less susceptible to diseases and ailments and age does not show on them easily. You also save a life when you adopt an Indian rescued pup. Besides Shyla, other males and females are available Contact: Call 98213 27618 George is a naughty, five-week-old kitten. Like George there are many kittens up for adoption. They are all playful and kitty-litter-toilet trained. They are dewormed and healthy Contact: 99870 85350 Hazel is a gorgeous,blue-eyed Indian mixed breed 2.5-month-old female. She has been vaccinated and dewormed. She is very friendly and a well-behaved pup looking for a loving home Contact: Call 99209 23565 l SEMINAR Jack Canfield, the co-originator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, who is affectionately known as "America's #1 Success Coach," will be in the city to deliver an intense four-hour session. He will touch upon his 64 principles of success which can help one take control of their life and become the happy successful person you know you are meant to be - without burning out When: April 12 Where: Nehru Centre, Worli Contact: For more information, call 98339 61898, 6171 3203 |
Monday, March 26, 2012
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
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l SPIRITUALITY The Twin Hearts Meditation, created by Grandmaster Choa Kok Sui, is a non-religious, purifying, blissful half hour experience that focuses on universal love, compassion and blessing. Experience this cleansing meditation that activates the heart and crown — each focal points of emotional and divine love, respectively. This 20-minute meditation is free of charge and open to anyone aged 16 years and above. Participants have the opportunity to experience a complementary one-on-one session of healing after the meditation When: Monday, March 19 Where: Mahalaxmi Race Course, Prabhadevi Timing: 6pm onwards (gates open at 5.30pm) Contact: For free passes, contact Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation of South Mumbai on 2353 3925, 3266 8488 or email phmumbai@gmail.com Kaivalyadhama, recognised by the education department of Maharashtra as a special school, is organising a certificate course in Yoga Education. It will be conducted by secretary Parmanand Aggarwal and his team. The organization is also organising a pranayama sadhana shibir When: May 1 to June 30 (certificate course); April 2 to April 14 (shibir) Where: ICYHC Kaivalyadham, 43 Netaji Subhash Road, next to Tarapurawala fish aquarium Timing: 10.30am to 3.30pm (course); 6.30am to 8am (shibir) Contact: 22818417, 22886256 or email yogaupdate@gmail.com l SYMPOSIUM To inspire young women about their own leadership potential, Barnard, a premier liberal arts college for Women of Columbia University will host their fourth annual global symposium — Women Changing India 2012. The programme will include panels on social activism, entrepreneurship, and the arts. Speakers include Kiran Bedi, reformer and India’s first woman police officer; Mirai Chatterjee, director of Social Security at SEWA; Gita Sen, professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore; Farah Khan, director and Shaina NC, fashion designer and politician. Attendance is free but pre-registration is mandatory When: Friday, March 16 Where: Trident, Nariman Point Timing: 11am to 6pm Contact: For more information or to register, visit barnard.edu/womenchangingindia l KIDS The Big Umbrella preschool invites toddlers to delve into topics related to language and pre-math skills intertwined with science and practical life through “Explorers” the new programme designed to foster confidence, independence and social development. The workshop is for children aged 1.6 years and up. Where: 79/81 Nirmal Niwas - 2, ground floor, August Kranti Marg, near Tejpal Auditorium, Gowalia Tank Contact: Call 4368 0000 or email info@thebigumbrella.edu.in l EXHIBITION The National Handloom Expo 2012 presents large and diverse varieties of materials which include an exhaustive selection of wedding sarees, dress materials, furnishing fabrics and a range of casual wear, traditional and ethnic fabrics, all offered at reasonable prices. Special rebate of 20% on all purchases can be availed When: Ongoing, till March 18 Where: Ground No 1, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (West) l HEALTH Apex Hospital is organising a “Women’s Health Matters” camp offering a complete package of checkups like Blood Pressure, ECG, Lipid Profile, Blood Sugar and BMI which will be available at just Rs100. Moreover, they can also obtain free consultation from the team of gynaecologists, oncologists, orthopedician, and cardiologist. A free diet consultation will also be part of this camp. Women aged 35 and above are eligible for this camp and registration is compulsory When: Ongoing, till March 31 Where: Apex Hospital, Vaishali Heights, Chandavarkar Road, Borivli (West) Timing: 8.30am to 9.30am Contact: To register, call 98203 32515, 6609 7336 |
Monday, March 12, 2012
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l EVENTS
Attend a free dance performance by Bad Boys of Dance (BBD) — a fresh, new dance company comprised of the most talented and versatile young male dancers in the world. BBD dancers have performed on Broadway, featured in films, and are adored by millions on hit TV shows like Dancing with the Stars. Entry is free and on first-come first-served basis When: Tuesday, March 13 Where: St Andrew's Auditorium, Bandra (West) Timing: 8pm Contact: For further details, contact mumbaipublicaffairs@state.gov The Cantata Choir, under the baton of Olga Collaco, will present Missa San Ignacio by Domenico Zipoli S.J. and short works by well-known composers. The soloists are Natasha Collaco, (soprano) and Kersi Gazdar (tenor). The choir and soloists will be accompanied on the pianoforte by Marilynne Chhabra. Tickets available at the NCPA for Rs200 and Rs250 for public When: Sunday, March 11 Where: Experimental Theatre, NCPA Timing: 6.30pm Contact: 2282 4567, 6622 3724 Ananda Cultural Centre is celebrating Tagore Utsav 2011 in commemoration of the 150th year of Kabi Guru Rabindranath Tagore. On the occasion, Nritya Manjari, a dance offering to Tagore by Smt. Anandi Ramchandran has been organised. Entry is free When: Sunday, March 11 Where: Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi Timing: 11am onwards l SYMPOSIUM To inspire young women about their own leadership potential, Barnard, a premier liberal arts college for Women of Columbia University will host their fourth annual global symposium — Women Changing India 2012. The programme will include panels on social activism, entrepreneurship, and the arts. Speakers include Kiran Bedi, reformer and India's first woman police officer; Mirai Chatterjee, director of Social Security at SEWA; Gita Sen, professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore; Farah Khan, director and Shaina NC, fashion designer and politician. Attendance is free but pre-registration is mandatory When: Friday, March 16 Where: Trident, Nariman Point Timing: 11am to 6pm Contact: For more information or to register, visit barnard.edu/womenchangingindia l KIDS The Big Umbrella preschool invites toddlers to delve into topics related to language and pre-math skills intertwined with science and practical life through "Explorers" the new programme designed to foster confidence, independence and social development. The workshop is for children aged 1.6 years and up. Where: 79/81 Nirmal Niwas - 2, ground floor, August Kranti Marg, near Tejpal Auditorium, Gowalia Tank Contact: Call 4368 0000 or email info@thebigumbrella.edu.in Attend a book reading and signing of Icky, Yucky, Mucky, a tale of the Maharaja of Ickhtarpur, who sports a king-sized moustache and lives in a perfectly messy palace and has perfectly disgusting table manners, and sets off to look for an equally disgusting bride. This will be followed by games and activities When: Sunday, March 11 Where: Crossword Bookstore, Bandra Timing: 11.30am to 12.30pm l SPIRITUALITY Attend a beginner’s session on Three-Step Rhythmic Breathing (3SRB), an ancient technique of breathing which calms the mind and brings total physical, emotional and mental health to the body-brain system. All 3SRB sessions are completely free and require no prior registration. The session will be an introduction to this ancient system of self-realisation and will include the teaching of the six refining exercises When: Sunday, March 11 Where: Haveli temple, opposite Prateeksha (Amitabh Bachchan’s old bungalow), 10th Road, JVPD Scheme, Juhu Timing: 9.30am to 11.30am Contact: 93233 63632 or visit www.3srb.org l EXHIBITION The National Handloom Expo 2012 is organised by Maharashtra State Handlooms Corporative Federation Ltd. (Mahatex) and sponsored by the ministry of textiles. The Expo presents large and diverse varieties of materials which include an exhaustive selection of wedding sarees, dress materials, furnishing fabrics and a range of casual wear, traditional and ethnic fabrics, all offered at reasonable prices. Special rebate of 20% on all purchases can be availed When: Ongoing, till March 18 Where: Ground No 1, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (West) l CHARITY Tamarind Tree is hosting an evening of comedy to raise fund for underprivileged school children in Maharashtra. Come and enjoy the perfect comic treat with the Schitzengiggles, Mumbai's leading standup comedy group. Watch Karan Talwar, Tanmay Bhat, Sapan Varma and Utsav Chakraborty presenting their own brand of comedy. Donor passes are priced at Rs500, Rs1,000, Rs2,000 and Rs5,000 When: Sunday, March 11 Where: The Bombay Store, PM Road, Fort Timing: 7pm to 9.30pm Contact: Call 8806661235 or email info@tamarindtree.org l WORKSHOPS Svastii Wellness Academy is holding a one-day workshop on the latest in keratin treatment and new techniques of Red Infinite colours. A team of hair specialists will be demonstrating the latest in hair technology. Registration fee is Rs5,000 When: Monday, March 19 Where: Svastii Wellness Academy, Raaj Chambers, 115 RK Paramhans Marg (Old Nagardas road), third floor, Andheri (East) Timing: 10am to 5pm Contact: 91677 76812, 6713 5300/1/2 Rachana Sansad and Pomegranate Workshop jointly present part-time certificate courses for adults, in fine art and art appreciation. These courses will be conduct over weekends Contact: For more details, visit Academy of Fine Art, Rachana Sansad, 278, Shankar Ghanekar Marg, behind Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, or visit www.tpw.in. You can also call Akshat (98330 12484), Priya (98922 10539) l HEALTH Apex Hospital is organising a "Women's Health Matters" camp offering a complete package of checkups like Blood Pressure, ECG, Lipid Profile, Blood Sugar and BMI which will be available at just Rs100. Moreover, they can also obtain free consultation from the team of gynaecologists, oncologists, orthopedician, and cardiologist. A free diet consultation will also be part of this camp. Women aged 35 and above are eligible for this camp and registration is compulsory When: Ongoing, till March 31 Where: Apex Hospital, Vaishali Heights, Chandavarkar Road, Borivili (West) Timing: 8.30am to 9.30am Contact: To register, call 98203 32515, 6609 7336 l CAMPUS Usha Mittal Insitute of Technology (PG department of Computer Science) is hosting its 13th national level technical fest-cum-conference When: March 17-18 Where: Usha Mittal Insitute of Technology, SNDT, Juhu Contact: To participate, email techtornado2012@gmail.com |
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