Mumbai Daily

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l NATURE
Have you always been interested in trekking but didn’t know where to begin? Attend a one-day trek to Gorakhgad, near Kalyan. The trek route, perfect for beginners, passes through forests and is an upward climb with a huge cave at the top which will be your final destination
When: Sunday, February 5
Contact: For more details or to register, call 6609 6693

Renok Adventures is organising a thrilling four-day Desert Safari Expedition in Jaisalmer at a price of Rs5900 per person. The trip will include a stay in a heritage hotel, a trek, a photography workshop, camel rides etc. The package includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners
When: February 17 to February 20
Contact: 75979 21601, 94606 34400

Drop in for ‘Lions of Timbavati’, a free talk by Mr Chris McBride, along with a film screening of Lions of South Africa and Zambia. McBride will speak on his field research on the lions of Timbavati and Savuti in South Africa and Botswana. His research gives deep insights into the behaviour of lions under the cover of darkness. Mcbridge has authored two books — The White Lions of Timbavati and Liontide
When: Wednesday, Feb 1
Where: BNHS Hornbill House
Timing: 6pm

l WORKSHOPS
Academy of Air Rifle Shooting is organising a one-day crash course on air rifle shooting for people of all ages. This activity increases concentration, improves steadiness, develops sharp reflexes, develops proper co-ordination of the mind and body, helps in decision-making, enhances grasping power, builds self-confidence and gives relief from tension.
When: Sunday, February 12
Where: Raja Shivaji Vidyalaya, Hindu Colony, Dadar (East)
Timing: 12 noon to 7pm
Contact: For further details, call 98921 95787, 98203 68651

Institute of Floral Design (IFD)’s professional floral design diploma course seeks to produce trained personnel to manage and maintain floral designing businesses at par with international standards. Course fees are Rs18,000
Where: LJ Education & Training Centre, next to Lazaree Showroom, opp Tilak Bridge, Dadar (West)
Contact: Call 97697 68838/61121 or visit www.ifdindia.com

The Bharatiya 8:23 PM

YOUR Mumbai CITY YOUR DAY

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l adopt
This is Mojo, a one-month-old male pup available for adoption. He is bubbly and happy Indian breed. He is low maintenance and sturdy, and free of ailments. Indian breeds look beautiful under constant care
Contact: To adopt Mojo and other pups like him, call 98201 91321 or 98197 94717
Lion is about two-months-old and Tiger is a four-month-old male kitten. Both are kitty-litter-toilet-trained, healthy, playful and are best friends. Kittens are best adopted in pairs and provide love, entertainment and happiness Contact: 99870 85350

l EVENTS
BBC Radio 4 in association with the British Council presents Just a Minute, popular comedy panel game with the following participants - Nicholas Parsons, comedian and presenter Marcus Brigstocke and Just a Minute stalwart Paul Merton with Cyrus Broacha and Anuvab Pal. Each panelist is given a subject on which they must speak for one minute. They must not hesitate, repeat a word or deviate from the topic
When: Wednesday, February 1
Where: The Comedy Store, 3rd floor, Palladium, High Street Phoenix, Lower Parel
Timing: 7.45pm onwards
Contact: To book tickets, visit www.bookmyshow.com

l LECTURES
Dr. Howard Gardner of Harvard University and the father of the theory of ‘Multiple Intelligences’ is coming to India for the first time. A professor of cognitive psychology at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and considered to be one of the greatest education intellectuals alive, will deliver a public lecture on ‘5 Minds for the future’
When: Today, January 31
Where: American School of Bombay, Bandra (East)
Timing: 3.30pm to 7pm

Attend the 31st Mahamahopadhyaya Dr PV Kane Memorial Lecture by Dr Vasundhara Filliozat, historian of art and epigraphist, on ‘Kalamukha and Pashupata Shaivism’ (with special reference to temples in Karnataka)
When: Monday, February 6
Where: Homi JH Taleyarkhan Memorial Hall, Red Cross Building, Town Hall premises

l SELF-DEFENSE
Attend a free self-defense workshop by the Indian Kickboxing Association. Each technique is explained in detail via principles, theory and strategy. The workshop of open for men and women of all ages
When: Wednesday, February 1
Contact: For more information or to register, call 91670 08018, 2639 8337

Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Bharatiya 11:30 PM

Food in Mumbai

shopping deals foodie joints WHAT: End-of-season sale WHERE: Gas outlets DEAL: Get up to 50 per cent off on the autumnwinter collection, which includes denims, jeggings, tees, skirts, shoes, and bags.
CALL: 6671 7513 WHAT: Sale on home décor accessories WHERE: @Home stores DEAL: Avail 50 per cent off on cushions, curtains, carpets, rugs, bed and bath collection, candles, potpourri, vases, clocks, paintings, wall shelves, nest tables, ottomans, magazine racks and more.
CALL: 2216 1063 WHAT: Blowout sale WHERE: www.pret-amoda.com DEAL: Get up to 70 per cent off on clothing, footwear, accessories and home décor at the online fashion portal. The sale is on till midnight today.
CALL: 85277 00880 WHAT: End-of-season sale WHERE: Tommy Hilfiger Travel Gear outlets DEAL: Enjoy up to 50 per cent off on various series of travel gear.
CALL: 2651 6040 WHAT: New collection WHERE: Inc5 and Rocia stores DEAL: Estd 1977 launches a new collection of huaraches and open footwear for men in colours like black, brown and beige. Price range: R1,680 to R2,480.
CALL: 6710 0305 WHAT: Home accessories WHERE: www.heavenandhome.com DEAL: Check out the funky and colourful selection of home accessories by Chai Why.
Choose from tablemats with Madhubala motifs or cushion covers featuring The Taj Mahal, worth R699 and R499 respectively.
WHAT: End-of-season sale WHERE: Growel's 101 Mall, Kandivli DEAL: Get up to 70 per cent off at Globus, Pantaloons, Esbeda, Global Desi, United Colors of Benetton and others.
CALL: 6699 3000 WHAT: Sale WHERE: www.omvedstore.in DEAL: Get a flat 26 per cent off on body products, organic teas, scented candles, wooden massagers, yoga wear and more.
CALL: 2820 3154 WHAT: End-of-season sale WHERE: Kitsch, Kalaghoda DEAL: Look your chic best at a discounted price as Kitsch offers up to 40 per cent off on the Fall Winter 2011 collection on all brands including Alexander McQueen, Alice+Olivia, Celine, Diane Von Furstenberg, Halston Heritage, Herve Leger, Lanvin, MCQ, Stella McCartney and YSL.
CALL: 2268 7777 WHAT: Sale WHERE: Mineral -by Priyadarshini Rao DEAL: Avail a discount of up to 50 per cent on selected items.
CALL: 6743 1410 WHAT: Weekend bubbly brunch WHERE: Miro, Svenska Design Hotel, Andheri (W) DEAL: Have unlimited champagne and champagne cocktails with gourmet Mediterranean food including hand-tossed pizzas, pastas, tapas and tagines. Every Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 pm. Price: R799 CALL: 4431 0000 WHAT: All new dosa menu WHERE: Café Bean Garu, Haiko Mall, Powai DEAL: Indulge in dosas like Spicy Cottage Cheese Dosa, Upma Dosa, Herbed Mushroom Dosa and more.
CALL: 4015 3258 WHAT: Martini fiesta WHERE: Aqua Spirit, Sun-n-Sand Hotel, Juhu DEAL: Enjoy a complementary martini with every two martinis. Choose from Cosmopolitan Martini, Dirty Martini, Flirtini, Mojito Mint Martini. Also, indulge in some fruit-based martinis like Gooseberry, Watermelon, Strawberry, Kiwi and more. Price: R400 plus taxes.
CALL: 6693 8888 WHAT: Rajasthan food festival WHERE: Grand Sarovar Premiere, Goregoan (W) DEAL: Gorge on Dal, Bati and Churma, along with Laal Maas, Murg Ke Suley, Gatte Ki Kadhi and Ker Sangri. Indulge your sweet tooth with desserts like, Alwar Ka Mawa, Malpua from Pushkar and Ghevar. From February 3 to 12.
Price: R795 CALL: 2871 8000 WHAT: Sunday brunch WHERE: Jewel of India, Worli DEAL: Enjoy 30 per cent off on beer and wine.
Also, choose from a wide selection of juices and cocktails, vegetarian and non-vegetarian kebabs, live chaat and dosa corner, salads and more. Price: R650 plus taxes.
CALL: 2494 9217 WHAT: Chinese New Year celebrations WHERE: Pan Asian, ITC Maratha DEAL: Treat yourself to Sizzling Rice with Mixed Seafood, Egg Fried Rice with Oyster Sauce, Pan Fried French Bean with Chilly Hoisin Sauce, and more.
CALL: 2830 3030 WHAT: New menu WHERE: Café By The Beach, Girgaum Chowpatty DEAL: Enjoy wholesome, scrumptious entrees like Ravioli, Whole Wheat Fettuccine, Broccoli and Cheddar Crepes, Stuffed Chicken with Asparagus and Leeks, Chicken and Oyster Mushroom Lasagne and Arabian Sea Prawns and more.
CALL: 6565 0040 WHAT: Spanish carnival WHERE: Frangipani, Trident, Nariman Point DEAL: Indulge in indigenous Spanish classics, along with a selection of assorted Tapas and Pinchos, Fideuà, and varied Mar I Muntanyas.Also, savour dessert favourites such as Catalan Crème Brulee, Spanish Tartin, Santiago Tart and more.
CALL: 6632 6310 WHAT: Thai rice and curry special WHERE: Lotus Blossom, Worli DEAL: Indulge in delicious Thai curries like Kaeng Massaman, Kaeng Phet, Kaeng Kaeng Massaman, Kaeng Phet, Kaeng Khieo Wan, Panaeng and Thai Rice like Khao Plao, Khao Phat Sapparot, Khao Phat and Phat Khee Mao.
CALL: 99676 24034

Friday, January 27, 2012

The Bharatiya 4:04 PM

YOUR Mumbai CITY YOUR DAY

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l adopt
Adopt a pair of two-month-old female kittens. They have been deflead and dewormed. Both are a mixture of black and white. The caretaker is urgently looking for a loving, responsible home for these kittens
Contact: To adopt, call 9821036495

Salty is a little 7-8 week-old kitten waiting to be adopted. She is shy, healthy, sweet and absolutely adorable. She is also kitty-litter-toilet-trained. Kittens are best adopted in pairs and provide love, entertainment and happiness
Contact: To adopt, call 99870 85350
Whitey is a five-month-old full-white female kitten and Mr Grey is a four-month-old grey-white kitten looking for loving homes. They are kitty-litter-toilet-trained, calm, loving and very sweet
Contact: To adopt, call 98213 27618

l PHOTOGRAPHY
Kenya — A Journey into the Wilderness is a photography exhibition by amateur photographers Rekha Bhiwandikar, Nirbhay Patil, Pramod Patil, Sudheer Dharmadhikari, Tushar Nidambur and Atmaram Parab during their trips to Kenya. The endeavour is to present a slice of the varied visuals they encountered during their safari
When: Jan 28 to Feb 5
Where: PLDeshpande Art Gallery, Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi
Timing: 12am to 8pm
Contact: 98921 82655, 93200 31910

Attend a creative photography course of eight sessions that offers a unique, on-location photography learning experience that expands and provokes photographic skills in an open environment. Identify genres like people portraits, nature, fine art, street, old architectures and interiors, and create your own cohesive, heterogeneous body of work. Also explore the world of ‘fusion art’ that amalgamates images captured in diverse genres during the course of photography into digital art
When: January 30 onwards
Contact: Call Jatan Atara at 98339 04465

l EDUCATION
Prominent institutions from UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Switzerland will be present under one roof at the World Education Fair, organised by Edwise, India’s leading overseas education consultants. Aspiring candidates can bring academic originals with 5 sets of photocopies for May/Sep 2012 intake before February 4 to the Edwise office
When: February 7
Where: JW Marriot, Juhu
Timing: 10.30am to 5.30pm

On eve of the Republic Day, Thane Study Circle announces a free interactive guidance seminar for youth aged 10 to 25 years. The aim is to inform, fuide, motivate and train youngsters about the opportunities in defence forces — Army, Navy, Air Force, NCC, BSF, CISF, CBI,UPSC, MPSC etc. The youth of our city and their parents can attend the seminar to get complete details about career chances, planning, personality traits analysis, procedure for entrance exams etc
When: Thursday, January 26
Where: Thane Study Circle, 3, Parampara,Govind Bacchaji Road, Charai, near Almeida junction, Thane (West)
Timing: 9am to 2pm
Contact: To register, call 90046 74254

l WORKSHOP
Institute of Floral Design (IFD) is an initiative of Smithers Oasis, the most trusted name in the floral industry. IFD’s professional floral design diploma course consists of three-hour classes conducted once a week over a period of nine months, where a team of selected and qualified instructors will teach the program. Each class is limited to fifteen students only. The course seeks to produce trained personnel to manage and maintain floral designing businesses at par with international standards. One-time registration fee is Rs5,000 and course fees is Rs18,000
Where: LJ Education & Training Centre, next to Lazaree Showroom, opp Tilak Bridge, Dadar (West)
Contact: For more information, call 97697 68838/61121 or visit www.ifdindia.com

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

The Bharatiya 8:41 PM

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l spirituality
Holistic Yoga Centre ‘Aim Yoga’ has arranged a yoga camp in the midst of scenic and peaceful surroundings of the Sahayadri ranges. Enroll and enjoy a luxurious camping experience, accompanied with the opportunity to learn yoga professionally from qualified instructors. The training program includes techniques and practice, teaching methodology, anatomy and physiology, yoga philosophies and lifestyle, ethics for yoga teachers, Ayurvedic satvik cooking etc
When: January 27 onwards
Where: Aim Yoga, Kasara
Contact: For more information, call 98673 79694

For their platinum jubilee celebrations, the Brahma Kumaris are organising a Shanti Anubhuti Adyatmik Mela, a fair that will include pictorial exhibits, tableaus and Shanti Kutir — a room for experiencing pleace and donating peaceful thoughts to the world. The fair goes in line with the organisation’s aim to address the human need to restore balance, find inner peace and replenish spiritual power
When: Feb 2 to Feb 7
Where: Ramleela Maidan, near Borivli Court, Borivli (W)
Timing: 5pm to 10pm
Contact: 28916442 or email bkborivali@gmail.com

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 our body-brain system. This technique has come from the Yogasutra of Sage Patanjali and has been revealed by SN Tavaria, a Rishi of our present age. All 3SRB sessions are completely free and require no prior registration. The session will be an introduction to the system and include the six refining exercises
When: Thursday, January 26
Where: 2nd Floor, Gamdevi Mandir, MTNL Telephone Exchange Lane, Nana Chowk, Grant Road (West)
Timing: 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Contact: 93233 63632 or visit www.3srb.org

l education
Prominent institutions from UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Switzerland will be present under one roof at the World Education Fair, organised by Edwise, India’s leading overseas education consultants. The delegates will give information about universities, courses, job permits, education loans and scholarships, visa procedures and insurance. Scholarship and Spot Admissions are given to meritorious students with complete application by some institutions. Pre-registration with Edwise is mandatory for personal interviews with university delegates. Aspiring candidates can bring academic originals with 5 sets of photocopies for May/Sep 2012 intake before February 4 to the Edwise office
When: February 7
Where: JW Marriot, Juhu
Timing: 10.30am to 5.30pm

On the eve of the Republic Day, Thane Study Circle announces a free interactive guidance seminar for youth aged 10 to 25 years. The aim is to inform, fuide, motivate and train youngsters about the opportunities in defence forces - Army, Navy, Air Force, NCC, BSF, CISF, CBI,UPSC, MPSC etc. The youth of our city and their parents can attend the seminar to get complete details about career chances, planning, personality traits analysis, procedure for entrance exams, personality tests, SSB interviews etc
When: Thursday, January 26
Where: Thane Study Circle, 3, Parampara,Govind Bacchaji Road, Charai, near Almeida junction, Thane (West)
Timing: 9am to 2pm
Contact: To register, call 90046 74254

l active
For the first time, BNHS CEC has planned a unique bird camp for families. The charges are Rs3,500 per adult and Rs3,200 per child
When: January 26 to 28
Where: BNHS CEC, Near Film City, Goregaon
Timing: 10am (first day) to 5pm (last day)
Contact: Call Kaustubh Bhagat, education officer, for details on 95949 53425/29107 or email cecbnhs@gmail.com

Monday, January 23, 2012

The Bharatiya 1:58 PM

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l activities
Renok Adventures is organising a thrilling four-day Desert Safari Expedition in Jaisalmer at a price of Rs5900 per person. The trip will include a stay in a heritage hotel, a trek, a photography workshop, camel rides etc. The package includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners. Book in a group of four or more before January 27 for Rs5,500 and get a free pickup from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer
When: February 17 to February 20
Contact: 75979 21601, 94606 34400
For first time, BNHS CEC has planned a unique bird camp for families. Start your day with bird calls, sip your coffee on CEC terrace and do bird watching. Join the bird survey on Salim Ali trail, record bird calls and learn about bird pollinating trees. Laze during the afternoons to identify birds based on their calls and get quizzed on bird names. Have a dusk walk on the Karvi trail and study roosting behaviour in birds. The charges are Rs3,500 per adult and Rs3,200 per child (5-12 years)
When: January 26 to 28
Where: BNHS CEC, Near Film City
Timing: 10am (first day) to 5pm (last day)
Contact: Call Kaustubh Bhagat, education officer, for details on 95949 53425/29107 or email cecbnhs@gmail.com

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 our body-brain system. This technique has come from the Yogasutra of Sage Patanjali. All 3SRB sessions are completely free and require no prior registration. The session will be an introduction to the system and include the six refining exercises
When: Thursday, January 26
Where: 2nd Floor, Gamdevi Mandir, MTNL Telephone Exchange Lane, Nana Chowk, Grant Road (West)
Timing: 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Contact: 93233 63632 or visit www.3srb.org

l workshops
Attend a workshop on The Science of Art to learn the scientific approach to drawing, cartoons and caricatures. Classes begin on February 3 for participants of ages ranging from 7 to 70.
When: February 3 onwards
Where: Juhu Scheme, Vile Parle (W)
Contact: Call Vivek Thakkar on 98209 86202, 2628 0694 for further details or visit vivekthakkarart.blogspot.com

Attend a workshop in Modern Journalism: Tips, Tricks and Trends, offered by Gujarat Research Society’s Pushpa Navnit Shah Centre for Lifelong Learning. This workshop is for those who would like to understand journalistic writing and presentation, pick up the skills necessary for print, television and new media reporting, and develop a perspective on modern-day journalism
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, starting
January 30
Where: Gujarat Research Society, Dr Madhuri Shah Campus, Khar (West)
Timing: 3pm to 5pm
Contact: 6513 0637, 2646 2691

l Competitions
Mumbai Kannada Sangha has organised a music competition on the occasion of Sri Puranderdasa Aradhana. Candidates are required to sing a Purandaradasa song in three minutes. The competition is open to all above the age of eight.
When: February 12
Where: Mysore Association, ground floor auditorium, Bhaudaji Road, Matunga (East)
Timing: 6pm to 8pm
Contact: 93239 86708 or 98198 16380

l adopt
Dobby is a one-month-old male kitten currently at a foster home in Andheri. He was trying to cross a busy street in Bandra when he was rescued. Dobby loves to sleep on laps, hates sleeping alone and can’t wait to go out for a walk. He also lives to be cuddled and hugged. He deserves nothing less than the best so the present foster family is looking for a loving family to adopt him
Contact: Call Anu Lillaney on 98197 94717

Honey is a one-month-old female pup. She is healthy and dewormed. She has an extremely gorgeous grey coat and is of Indian breed. Many Indian pups, males and females, are available for free adoption
Contact: Call 98200 01506

Saturday, January 21, 2012

The Bharatiya 8:30 PM

YOUR CITY YOUR DAY

l adopt
Honey is a one-month-old female pup. She is healthy and dewormed. She has an extremely gorgeous grey coat and is of Indian breed. Many Indian pups, males and females, are available for free adoption into loving homes
Contact: Call 98200 01506

An SPCA volunteer recently rescued a five-month-old cat in a road accident. The doctors had to amputate her left law. She was recently released from the SPCA hospital in Parel and is now in Mahim. Owing to her special condition, it might be difficult to find her a loving home that will accept and love her
Contact: Call Jessica at 98692 80901 or Deven at 90047 10400

Candy is 5-months-old, kitty-litter-trained and absolutely adorable. She is extremely loving and playful
Contact: To adopt, call 98200 89351 or 98211 89351

Dobby is a one-month-old male kitten currently at a foster home in Andheri. He was trying to cross a busy street in Bandra when he was rescued. Dobby loves to sleep on laps, hates sleeping alone and can’t wait to go out for a walk. He also lives to be cuddled and hugged. He deserves nothing less than the best so the present foster family is looking for a loving family to adopt him
Contact: Call Anu Lillaney on 98197 94717

l workshops
Attend a Workshop in Modern Journalism: Tips, Tricks and Trends, offered by Gujarat Research Society’s Pushpa Navnit Shah Centre for Lifelong Learning. This tailormade workshop is for those who would like to understand journalistic writing and presentation, pick up the skills necessary for print, television and new media reporting, and develop a perspective on modern-day journalism
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, starting January 30
Where: Gujarat Research Society, Dr Madhuri Shah Campus, Khar (West)
Timing: 3pm to 5pm
Contact: 6513 0637, 2646 2691

Attend a workshop on The Science of Art to learn the scientific approach to drawing, cartoons and caricatures. Classes begin on February 3 and are geared towards participants of ages ranging from 7 to 70.
When: February 3 onwards
Where: Juhu Scheme, Vile Parle (W)
Contact: Call Vivek Thakkar on 98209 86202, 2628 0694 for further details or visit vivekthakkarart.blogspot.com

l LEARN
Manav Abhyas Sangha is organising two workshops for children. At 10am, attend 'Padhe Shika Jhatpat, Padhe Yaeel Patpat', workshop for students, teachers and parents to learn math tables in a quick and easy way. At 2pm, attend 'Pariksha Aata Bindhast' so that your children can pick up tips on passing exams without stress
When: Sunday, January 22
Where: Avehi, Sardar Nagar No. 4, Sion-Koliwada
Contact: For more information, call 93227 19306, 98202 29976

l lecture
Nehru Centre cordially invites you to the fifth lecture of the Prof Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar Lecture Series by Professor G Srinivasan, former Jawaharlal Nehru Fellow, Raman research Institute (Retired), Bangalore. He will be speaking on the topic, From White Dwarfs to Black Holes: The Legacy of Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar
When: Today, January 21
Where: Nehru Centre’s Hall of Culture, ground floor, Discovery of India Building, Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli
Timing: 5pm onwards