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“Locating Light, Utilizing Flight” Photography exhibition

category: blackboard event photography event starts: November 16, 2018 event ends: November 18, 2018

“

Locating Light, Utilizing Flight“

Photography exhibition by

Isai Ambalam School Students

From 16 to 18 November 2018

at Visitors Center

Warm Welcome to all

Enjoy & encourage the children 5th graders,

Iffat Nawaz and the Isai Ambalam Team.

	July 2019
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1 Carnatic Music by Smt.Sindhuja Bhakthava… Carnatic Music by Smt.Sindhuja Bhakthavatsalam - Pondicherry July 1, 2019 @ 1:00 am - 4:00 am Smt. Lakshmi Duraisamy Hall Smt.Sindhuja Bhakthavatsalam is a Professional Carnatic Music singer in USA.She is the daughter in law of our senior member Honourble Justice Sri.D.Ramabathiran (Retd)and is visiting Pondicherry next week and wishes to perform for Bhairavi. Accordingly a special program has been arranged for Sunday,30th June,2019 at Societe Progressiste School ( Smt.Lakshmi Duraisamy Hall) from 6.05 to 9.00 PM. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 1, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 1, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 1, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 1, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 1, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 1, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Painting exhibition - Dilip Patel: Propi… Painting exhibition - Dilip Patel: Propitious Prakriti - Pondicherry July 1, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India Aurodhan Pondicherry presents this solo show. For enquiries : Lalit Verma Manager@aurodhan.com Tel : 0413 2222795/2222449 Www.aurodhan.com 33, Francois Martin st. Pondicherry 605012 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 1, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class July 1, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Creativity Hall of Light Italian Maestro wisdom & Yogic approach. Discover & develop the energy and physical parts of the body involved in vocal sound production. Learn to use these parts through vocal practice and consciously create and strengthen your unique inner Musical instrument. Register with Hamsini at 9487544184. Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation July 1, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi Creative Writing Creative Writing July 1, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Sanjana community The Creative writing experience is back! Never stop to be creative whatever happens in your life! Sanjana community (after Arati, before Maduka) in Francesca’s place. For info: 0413 - 2623987 or write to avmycreativewriting@gmail.com. Please call me or write to me before if this is your first time. All you need to bring with you is a pen, a notebook and the fun of expressing yourself. Let’s just show up on the page and let that “something” move through us! Donations required for guests; reduced for volunteers. Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class July 1, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns July 1, 2019 @ 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations with Hymns of the Rig Veda translated by Sri Aurobindo, led by Nishtha 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 1, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Joke Van Hoye at Vérité on Mondays from 5 – 6.30 pm: Dance meditation & creative expression (Gabriel Roth's method). Move into new fluid, fresh energy and enjoy a simple way to de-stress, connect to yourself and others, and put a smile on your face. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact: 0413 – 2622 045 or 7094104329. Colour Mediums at CREEVA Colour Mediums at CREEVA July 1, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira July 1, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya July 1, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult July 1, 2019 @ 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 1, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 1, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pon… Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 1, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pon… Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 1, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 1, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class July 1, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 1, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	2 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 2, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 2, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning July 2, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 2, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 2, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 2, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga July 2, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop July 2, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 2, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 2, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 2, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Sketchers Group Sketchers Group July 2, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 2, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Feminine Dance Feminine Dance July 2, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu in Cripa, Kalabhumi on Tuesdays at 4pm. An ancient sacred art for communication, healing, transformation and to facilitate birthing. . Wear comfortable dance clothes. galit@auroville.org.in Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 2, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers July 2, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Kala Kendra, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Live Sharing sessions offered by early founders & pioneers both from Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville will resume from Tuesday 7th August 2018. Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led July 2, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 2, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Community Atelier With Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in We have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Blessed Souls Blessed Souls July 2, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Courage, Auroville, Tamilnadu Every Tuesdays from 5 to 6:30 pm. We invite all of you to open your heart to the Divine. learning and singing all together Bhajans and Kirtans. We would love to have a drummer with us. Hamsini & Shakti 9487544184, at Creativity. Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) July 2, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) led by Buvana Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 2, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 2, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday OM Choir OM Choir July 2, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 2, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani July 2, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pon… Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 2, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 2, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 2, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	3 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 3, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 3, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 3, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 3, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 3, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 3, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco July 3, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Creativity Community Atelier Wednesdays 10am-12pm: Building Photographic Projects with Marco. SGo beyond the single beautiful photo. Rather tell stories with good images Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 3, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Kids Dance Kids Dance July 3, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am New Creation Guest House, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Monday 3-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:s0 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate July 3, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu by Lola at CRIPA. Every WEDNESDAY - INTERMEDIATE: 2.30 to 3.30pm – BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! Mandala practice Mandala practice July 3, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Baraka, Auroville, Tamilnadu Wednesdays 2:30 to 5 pm, with Rosalba, exploring mandala's practice in the greenbelt of Auroville. Material all included in the requested contribution. Please contact me for all details: 9787702844 or rosalba@auroville.org.in. See more on facebook: www.facebook.com/rosalba.auroville/ Flamenco by Lola Flamenco by Lola July 3, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CRIPA Flamenco by Lola Intermediate: 2:30-3:30pm BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil July 3, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India For more info (+91) 413 2622045 or email programming@verite.in Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour July 3, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sacred Groves, auroville, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Sacred Groves, a housing project in sustainable building and living. Every Wednesday at 3:30 pm there is a guided tour for those interested in our work and achievements. More information: sacredgroves.in, or email sacredgroves@auroville.org.in or call: 9487421696. The Sacred Groves Team Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 3, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Dance for Teens with Madda Dance for Teens with Madda July 3, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm New Creation Dance Studio NEW!* Dance for Teens: with Madda at New at New Creation Studio. Wednesdays from 4-5.30pm CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya July 3, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wednesdays 5pm-7pm: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya. Work with different paint mediums to use in your own expression. Gouache/Watercolors/Collage/etc. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Essays on the Gita Essays on the Gita July 3, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Essays on the Gita, led by Shraddhavan MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 3, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Spontaneous Singing Spontaneous Singing July 3, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Is back on! Enjoy the pleasure of singing and discovering your own voice without any goals nor prerequisite. Let us create together an intangible and magical music. At Creativity - Hall of Light. Max. 12 people. Antoine – 8940740529 / antoine@auroville.org.in Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 3, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Dance Contemporary with Kartick Dance Contemporary with Kartick July 3, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Creation Dance Studio Salsa with Stephanie Salsa with Stephanie July 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Beginners: 6-7pm Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pon… Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya July 3, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Budokan Dehashakti Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan (Dehashakti) with Murugan and Surya: New class for Beginners & All levels on Wednesday evening 6.30 to 7:30 pm. We have restarted our Martial Art practice with a new class for Beginners & all levels with Murugan; Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 3, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate July 3, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Intermediate class from 7-7:30 Open to All Tango Tango July 3, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm SAWCHU “Practica” (practice space open to all tango dancers) Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 3, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	4 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 4, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 4, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 4, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Thursday 7.30am – 8.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 4, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 4, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 4, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 4, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 4, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony July 4, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri July 4, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India The English of Savitri, led by Shraddhavan Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 4, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Creative Art with Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. CREEVA: Let the Fingers Dance with Anous… CREEVA: Let the Fingers Dance with Anoushka July 4, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity Community Atelier Thursdays 5pm-7pm: Have fun with colors and let the fingers dance with Anoushka.You do not need to be an artist or ever have painted before. Heres for new experiences where we let the music take over and express freely. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 4, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 4, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Meditation Meditation July 4, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Amphitheatre - Matrimandir Access only for the Amphitheatre from 5.45 pm. Please be seated by 5.55 pm. Guests: carry your Guest Card with you. Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 African Pavilion drumming and dinner African Pavilion drumming and dinner July 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We drum together – no musical training necessary! For families, children, teens, adults…for everyone! • Joyful stress release / • Unifying team building • Active meditation /• Empowerment through rhythm. Location: African Pavilion, near Visitor Centre. Contact: 9047074711 / africa@auroville.org.in. Fixed Contribution is requested for building the Pavilion, thanks! Dance Contact Improv Jam Dance Contact Improv Jam July 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Dance Contact improv jam with Kartick at New Creation dance studio. Thursdays from 6 to 8pm starts 9th August Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pon… Opening Exhibition by Radja Perumal -Pondicherry July 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting July 4, 2019 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 4, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 4, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	5 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 5, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 5, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance July 5, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu Start Your Day Dancing. Every Friday 7:30-9:00am at Cripa hall, Kalabhumi also during the summer. Open for all. Offering also individual sessions of feminine dance. For details contact: pashutlihiot@gmail.com. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 5, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Friday 7.30am – 8.30am 108 Form Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance July 5, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am CRIPA Hall, Kalabhumi Rise and Shine Dance – Start Your Day Dancing. Every Friday 7:30-9:00am at Cripa hall, Kalabhumi also during the summer. Open for all. Offering also individual sessions of feminine dance. For details contact: pashutlihiot@gmail.com. Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 5, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 5, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 5, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka July 5, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Creativity Guest House, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Fridays 9.30am-10.30am: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC July 5, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp Event test Event test July 5, 2019 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 5, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 5, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi The Eco Film Club The Eco Film Club July 5, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sadhana Forest Sadhana Forest, November 2nd, Friday Schedule of Events: 4:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Tour 4:30 pm: Tour of Sadhana Forest 6:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Eco Film Club 6:30 pm: Eco Film Club begins with "previews" of short Sadhana Forest films 8:00 pm: Dinner is served 9:30 pm: Free bus from Sadhana Forest back to Solar Kitchen Before the movie, at exactly 4:30pm you are welcome to join us for a full tour of Sadhana Forest and an update of our most recent work! After the film, you are welcome to join us for a free 100% vegan organic dinner! **Note: Families and children are welcome! Dinner for children will be served at 7pm :) IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU July 5, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm SAWCHU Improvisation Theatre or IMPROV, is a form of live theatre where most, if not all, is created the moment it is performed. Contact: Ema (9943970834) or Elke (94865 20868). 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 5, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Irena. Dance meditation & creative expression. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact 0413 2622 045 or 7094104329 Capoeira Circle - Open Roda Capoeira Circle - Open Roda July 5, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Visitor's Centre, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 5, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Board Game evening Board Game evening July 5, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Le Zephyr Cafe, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Every FRIDAY from 6 pm onwards at Le Zéphyr in Visitors Centre. We have many games but feel free to bring along yours. Holistic Singing classes Holistic Singing classes July 5, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm New Creation Studio Auroville A vocal and Sound practices class to explore the impacts of sounds and vocal expression on your inner balance. contact Caroline: 7397716578 Opening Painting Exhibition by G. Sridal… Opening Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi - Pondicherry July 5, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting July 5, 2019 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 OM Choir OM Choir July 5, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ashram School, Pondicherry The voice that chants to the creator Fire, The symbolled OM, the great assenting Word" Tango Dance Class Tango Dance Class July 5, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Argentine Tango Dancing class for beginners is offered. No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. “Practica” is held for all dance levels on Wednesday 7:30-9pm at Sawchu hall, Bharat Nivas. Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC July 5, 2019 @ 7:45 pm - 10:15 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	6 Theatre:The Auroville Theatre Group pres… Theatre:The Auroville Theatre Group presents Brooklyn Quartet by Rock Wilk in English +18 - Pondicherry July 6, 2019 @ 2:00 am - 3:30 am Indianostrum, 7, Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry, 605001, India Box office : 0413 234 1475 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 6, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:30 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Mixed levels with Murugan/Surya Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 6, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Mixed levels with Murugan/Surya Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class July 6, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 am SAWCHU building, Bharat Nivas Learn Karate and Kick boxing for self-defense and body fitness. For more information contact: 9442485455 or 9786167917 Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 6, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 6, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Saturday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 6, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 6, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 6, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kino Kino July 6, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Kino is a film making movement that advocates the production of short-films on little to no budget, using small crews, and non-competitive collaboration. There are Kino Groups around the world. Kino Auroville is the only one in India. We invite anyone who has made a film in the last month, between 30 seconds and 6 minutes to come and screen it. We meet every first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at the MMC/CP (MultiMedia Center / Cinema Paradiso) at the Town Hall. Some of the films made can be found at this link: https://vimeo.com/groups/kinoaurovillemonthly Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi -… Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi - Pondicherry July 6, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry Opening hours: From 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering July 6, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 6, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 6, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Dehashakti sports and physical education, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Saturday Film Matinee-Children's Fi… Saturday Film Matinee-Children's Film July 6, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso Multimedia Center (MMC) Auditorium Children’s Film - Sunday 18 November, 4:30pm• DESPICABLE ME 3 USA, 2017, Dir: Kyle Balda, w/ Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker and others, Animation, 89mins, English w/English subtitles, Rated: PG Focused Dance Improv with Tahir Focused Dance Improv with Tahir July 6, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We will explore dance improvisation with a different focus every time. All are welcome Satsang led Satsang led July 6, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Satsang led by Ashesh Joshi Life Drawing Life Drawing July 6, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas With Lakshay Figure Drawing. Classic way to understand the form, anatomy, perspective, etc. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.inWe have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Inner Dance and Meditation Inner Dance and Meditation July 6, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Come with good spirit and comfortable clothes. with Yoffi Contact: 0413-2622 045 or 7094104329 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 6, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels July 6, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Salsa with Mani at New Creation dance studio: Beginners: Tuesdays from 6-7pm, Advanced: from 7-8pm. All levels: Saturdays from 6.30 to 8pm. Inauguration: Photo Exhibition by Ritarp… Inauguration: Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 6, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 6, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Test Test July 6, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	7 Rain Dance - Inuksuk Rain Dance - Inuksuk July 7, 2019 @ 12:30 am - 1:30 am inuksuk, between Solitude & International Pavilion Please bring instruments, flowers, bowls, water and children or just yourself :) Theatre:The Auroville Theatre Group pres… Theatre:The Auroville Theatre Group presents Brooklyn Quartet by Rock Wilk - in English +18 - Pondicherry July 7, 2019 @ 2:00 am - 3:30 am Indianostrum, 7, Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry, 605001, India Box office : 0413 234 1475 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class July 7, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 am SAWCHU building, Bharat Nivas Learn Karate and Kick boxing for self-defense and body fitness. For more information contact: 9442485455 or 9786167917 Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 7, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 7, 2019 @ 8:30 am - 9:45 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Women & young girls (from 15) Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a… Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): July 7, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Butterfly Barn Come and play the Game of your Life! (above 15 years old), in SVEDAME, at the Butterfly Barn. English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Russian versions all available. Contribution kindly asked. Please call before to confirm your coming, thank you. Contact: VeroniqueJ. 9488512678. For more info visit www.leelathegame.blogspot.in Leela Leela July 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Butterfly Barn, Svedam, Auroville, Tamilnadu Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): Come and play the Game of your Life! Sundays, 10 am to 12.30 (above 15 years old), in SVEDAME, at the Butterfly Barn. English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Russian versions all available. Contribution kindly asked. Please call before to confirm your coming, thank you. Contact: VeroniqueJ. 9488512678. For more info visit www.leelathegame.blogspot.in Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi -… Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi - Pondicherry July 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry Opening hours: From 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle July 7, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Hip Hop Dance with Vijay Hip Hop Dance with Vijay July 7, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kuilapalayam Creative Centre For more information: 9843195290 (Selveraj of KCC)/ 9786167917 (Sundar K, Aspiration) Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children July 7, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Conscious Walking-Kinhin Conscious Walking-Kinhin July 7, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Matrimandir, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India A walking Meditation around the fountain of Matrimandir Every First Sunday. Receptivity and consciousness in Auroville and the world. Meet Aloka at the top of the Mahakali Pillar CREEVA: Live Figure Drawing with Lakshay CREEVA: Live Figure Drawing with Lakshay July 7, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sundays 5pm-7pm: Life Drawing with Lakshay Figure Drawing. Classic way to understand the form, anatomy, perspective, etc. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 7, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
8 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 8, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 8, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 8, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 8, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 8, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 8, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 8, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi -… Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi - Pondicherry July 8, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry Opening hours: From 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 8, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class July 8, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Creativity Hall of Light Italian Maestro wisdom & Yogic approach. Discover & develop the energy and physical parts of the body involved in vocal sound production. Learn to use these parts through vocal practice and consciously create and strengthen your unique inner Musical instrument. Register with Hamsini at 9487544184. Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation July 8, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi Creative Writing Creative Writing July 8, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Sanjana community The Creative writing experience is back! Never stop to be creative whatever happens in your life! Sanjana community (after Arati, before Maduka) in Francesca’s place. For info: 0413 - 2623987 or write to avmycreativewriting@gmail.com. Please call me or write to me before if this is your first time. All you need to bring with you is a pen, a notebook and the fun of expressing yourself. Let’s just show up on the page and let that “something” move through us! Donations required for guests; reduced for volunteers. Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class July 8, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns July 8, 2019 @ 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations with Hymns of the Rig Veda translated by Sri Aurobindo, led by Nishtha 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 8, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Joke Van Hoye at Vérité on Mondays from 5 – 6.30 pm: Dance meditation & creative expression (Gabriel Roth's method). Move into new fluid, fresh energy and enjoy a simple way to de-stress, connect to yourself and others, and put a smile on your face. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact: 0413 – 2622 045 or 7094104329. Colour Mediums at CREEVA Colour Mediums at CREEVA July 8, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira July 8, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya July 8, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult July 8, 2019 @ 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 8, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 8, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 8, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class July 8, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 8, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	9 Test Indian time Test Indian time July 9, 2019 Test normal time Test normal time July 9, 2019 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 9, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 9, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning July 9, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 9, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 9, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga July 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop July 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 9, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 9, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi -… Painting Exhibition by G. Sridalaadevi - Pondicherry July 9, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry Opening hours: From 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm Sketchers Group Sketchers Group July 9, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 9, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Feminine Dance Feminine Dance July 9, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu in Cripa, Kalabhumi on Tuesdays at 4pm. An ancient sacred art for communication, healing, transformation and to facilitate birthing. . Wear comfortable dance clothes. galit@auroville.org.in Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 9, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers July 9, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Kala Kendra, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Live Sharing sessions offered by early founders & pioneers both from Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville will resume from Tuesday 7th August 2018. Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led July 9, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 9, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Community Atelier With Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in We have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Blessed Souls Blessed Souls July 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Courage, Auroville, Tamilnadu Every Tuesdays from 5 to 6:30 pm. We invite all of you to open your heart to the Divine. learning and singing all together Bhajans and Kirtans. We would love to have a drummer with us. Hamsini & Shakti 9487544184, at Creativity. Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) July 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) led by Buvana Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday OM Choir OM Choir July 9, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 9, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani July 9, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 9, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 9, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	10 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 10, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 10, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 10, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 10, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 10, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 10, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco July 10, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Creativity Community Atelier Wednesdays 10am-12pm: Building Photographic Projects with Marco. SGo beyond the single beautiful photo. Rather tell stories with good images Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 10, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Kids Dance Kids Dance July 10, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am New Creation Guest House, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Monday 3-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:s0 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate July 10, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu by Lola at CRIPA. Every WEDNESDAY - INTERMEDIATE: 2.30 to 3.30pm – BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! Mandala practice Mandala practice July 10, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Baraka, Auroville, Tamilnadu Wednesdays 2:30 to 5 pm, with Rosalba, exploring mandala's practice in the greenbelt of Auroville. Material all included in the requested contribution. Please contact me for all details: 9787702844 or rosalba@auroville.org.in. See more on facebook: www.facebook.com/rosalba.auroville/ Flamenco by Lola Flamenco by Lola July 10, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CRIPA Flamenco by Lola Intermediate: 2:30-3:30pm BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil July 10, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India For more info (+91) 413 2622045 or email programming@verite.in Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour July 10, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sacred Groves, auroville, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Sacred Groves, a housing project in sustainable building and living. Every Wednesday at 3:30 pm there is a guided tour for those interested in our work and achievements. More information: sacredgroves.in, or email sacredgroves@auroville.org.in or call: 9487421696. The Sacred Groves Team Love Parade Love Parade July 10, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Visitor Center Auroville Meeting at Visitors Center and walk to Mahalakshmi Park. From 3:30p.m. Body colors available for whoever wants to get painted and a big bag of colorful stuff to wear. Reminder to bring drinking water. Hope to see u all Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 10, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Dance for Teens with Madda Dance for Teens with Madda July 10, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm New Creation Dance Studio NEW!* Dance for Teens: with Madda at New at New Creation Studio. Wednesdays from 4-5.30pm CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya July 10, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wednesdays 5pm-7pm: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya. Work with different paint mediums to use in your own expression. Gouache/Watercolors/Collage/etc. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Essays on the Gita Essays on the Gita July 10, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Essays on the Gita, led by Shraddhavan MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 10, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Spontaneous Singing Spontaneous Singing July 10, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Is back on! Enjoy the pleasure of singing and discovering your own voice without any goals nor prerequisite. Let us create together an intangible and magical music. At Creativity - Hall of Light. Max. 12 people. Antoine – 8940740529 / antoine@auroville.org.in Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 10, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Dance Contemporary with Kartick Dance Contemporary with Kartick July 10, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Creation Dance Studio Salsa with Stephanie Salsa with Stephanie July 10, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Beginners: 6-7pm Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Inauguration Painting solo Exhibition by… Inauguration Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - Pondicherry July 10, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya July 10, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Budokan Dehashakti Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan (Dehashakti) with Murugan and Surya: New class for Beginners & All levels on Wednesday evening 6.30 to 7:30 pm. We have restarted our Martial Art practice with a new class for Beginners & all levels with Murugan; Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 10, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate July 10, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Intermediate class from 7-7:30 Open to All Tango Tango July 10, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm SAWCHU “Practica” (practice space open to all tango dancers) Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 10, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	11 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 11, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 11, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 11, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Thursday 7.30am – 8.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 11, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 11, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 11, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - P… Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - Pondicherry July 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony July 11, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri July 11, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India The English of Savitri, led by Shraddhavan Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 11, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Creative Art with Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. CREEVA: Let the Fingers Dance with Anous… CREEVA: Let the Fingers Dance with Anoushka July 11, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity Community Atelier Thursdays 5pm-7pm: Have fun with colors and let the fingers dance with Anoushka.You do not need to be an artist or ever have painted before. Heres for new experiences where we let the music take over and express freely. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 11, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 11, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Meditation Meditation July 11, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Amphitheatre - Matrimandir Access only for the Amphitheatre from 5.45 pm. Please be seated by 5.55 pm. Guests: carry your Guest Card with you. Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 African Pavilion drumming and dinner African Pavilion drumming and dinner July 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We drum together – no musical training necessary! For families, children, teens, adults…for everyone! • Joyful stress release / • Unifying team building • Active meditation /• Empowerment through rhythm. Location: African Pavilion, near Visitor Centre. Contact: 9047074711 / africa@auroville.org.in. Fixed Contribution is requested for building the Pavilion, thanks! Dance Contact Improv Jam Dance Contact Improv Jam July 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Dance Contact improv jam with Kartick at New Creation dance studio. Thursdays from 6 to 8pm starts 9th August opening Photo Exhibition : Human Connect… opening Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouhamed Moustapha- Pondicherry July 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting July 11, 2019 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 11, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. Theatre: The Little Prince - English ver… Theatre: The Little Prince - English version - Pondicherry July 11, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Indianostrum, 7, Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry, 605001, India To book your tickets: Box office: 0413 234 1475 or indianostrum.theatre@gmail.com Entry for children below 8 years old is free. Donors passes available at the venue. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 11, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	12 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 12, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 12, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance July 12, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu Start Your Day Dancing. Every Friday 7:30-9:00am at Cripa hall, Kalabhumi also during the summer. Open for all. Offering also individual sessions of feminine dance. For details contact: pashutlihiot@gmail.com. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 12, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Friday 7.30am – 8.30am 108 Form Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance July 12, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am CRIPA Hall, Kalabhumi Rise and Shine Dance – Start Your Day Dancing. Every Friday 7:30-9:00am at Cripa hall, Kalabhumi also during the summer. Open for all. Offering also individual sessions of feminine dance. For details contact: pashutlihiot@gmail.com. Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 12, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 12, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 12, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka July 12, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Creativity Guest House, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Fridays 9.30am-10.30am: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC July 12, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - P… Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - Pondicherry July 12, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouh… Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouhamed Moustapha- Pondicherry July 12, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 12, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Event test Event test July 12, 2019 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 12, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 12, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi The Eco Film Club The Eco Film Club July 12, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sadhana Forest Sadhana Forest, November 2nd, Friday Schedule of Events: 4:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Tour 4:30 pm: Tour of Sadhana Forest 6:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Eco Film Club 6:30 pm: Eco Film Club begins with "previews" of short Sadhana Forest films 8:00 pm: Dinner is served 9:30 pm: Free bus from Sadhana Forest back to Solar Kitchen Before the movie, at exactly 4:30pm you are welcome to join us for a full tour of Sadhana Forest and an update of our most recent work! After the film, you are welcome to join us for a free 100% vegan organic dinner! **Note: Families and children are welcome! Dinner for children will be served at 7pm :) IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU July 12, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm SAWCHU Improvisation Theatre or IMPROV, is a form of live theatre where most, if not all, is created the moment it is performed. Contact: Ema (9943970834) or Elke (94865 20868). 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 12, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Irena. Dance meditation & creative expression. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact 0413 2622 045 or 7094104329 Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 12, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 12, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Board Game evening Board Game evening July 12, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Le Zephyr Cafe, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Every FRIDAY from 6 pm onwards at Le Zéphyr in Visitors Centre. We have many games but feel free to bring along yours. Holistic Singing classes Holistic Singing classes July 12, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm New Creation Studio Auroville A vocal and Sound practices class to explore the impacts of sounds and vocal expression on your inner balance. contact Caroline: 7397716578 Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting July 12, 2019 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 OM Choir OM Choir July 12, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ashram School, Pondicherry The voice that chants to the creator Fire, The symbolled OM, the great assenting Word" Theatre: The Little Prince - Tamil versi… Theatre: The Little Prince - Tamil version - Pondicherry July 12, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Indianostrum, 7, Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry, 605001, India To book your tickets: Box office: 0413 234 1475 or indianostrum.theatre@gmail.com Entry for children below 8 years old is free. Donors passes available at the venue. Tango Dance Class Tango Dance Class July 12, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Argentine Tango Dancing class for beginners is offered. No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. “Practica” is held for all dance levels on Wednesday 7:30-9pm at Sawchu hall, Bharat Nivas. Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC July 12, 2019 @ 7:45 pm - 10:15 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	13 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 13, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:30 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Mixed levels with Murugan/Surya Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 13, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Mixed levels with Murugan/Surya Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class July 13, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 am SAWCHU building, Bharat Nivas Learn Karate and Kick boxing for self-defense and body fitness. For more information contact: 9442485455 or 9786167917 Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 13, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 13, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Saturday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 13, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 13, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 13, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Art Matters at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra… Art Matters at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas July 13, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Art Matters Free for all. Discussions on Art and Artists of Auroville and elsewhere. Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - P… Painting solo Exhibition by Kashmira - Pondicherry July 13, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouh… Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouhamed Moustapha- Pondicherry July 13, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 13, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering July 13, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 13, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 13, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Dehashakti sports and physical education, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Saturday Film Matinee-Children's Fi… Saturday Film Matinee-Children's Film July 13, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso Multimedia Center (MMC) Auditorium Children’s Film - Sunday 18 November, 4:30pm• DESPICABLE ME 3 USA, 2017, Dir: Kyle Balda, w/ Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker and others, Animation, 89mins, English w/English subtitles, Rated: PG Focused Dance Improv with Tahir Focused Dance Improv with Tahir July 13, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We will explore dance improvisation with a different focus every time. All are welcome Satsang led Satsang led July 13, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Satsang led by Ashesh Joshi Life Drawing Life Drawing July 13, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas With Lakshay Figure Drawing. Classic way to understand the form, anatomy, perspective, etc. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.inWe have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Inner Dance and Meditation Inner Dance and Meditation July 13, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Come with good spirit and comfortable clothes. with Yoffi Contact: 0413-2622 045 or 7094104329 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 13, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 13, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels July 13, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Salsa with Mani at New Creation dance studio: Beginners: Tuesdays from 6-7pm, Advanced: from 7-8pm. All levels: Saturdays from 6.30 to 8pm. Theatre: The Little Prince - Tamil versi… Theatre: The Little Prince - Tamil version - Pondicherry July 13, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Indianostrum, 7, Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry, 605001, India To book your tickets: Box office: 0413 234 1475 or indianostrum.theatre@gmail.com Entry for children below 8 years old is free. Donors passes available at the venue. Live Music at Bandstand - Pondicherry Live Music at Bandstand - Pondicherry July 13, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm bandstand, Pondicherry Chansons Francaises by Sanjna & ishite. Funk Rock by SNOOZE Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 13, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Test Test July 13, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	14 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class July 14, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 am SAWCHU building, Bharat Nivas Learn Karate and Kick boxing for self-defense and body fitness. For more information contact: 9442485455 or 9786167917 Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 14, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 14, 2019 @ 8:30 am - 9:45 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Women & young girls (from 15) Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a… Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): July 14, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Butterfly Barn Come and play the Game of your Life! (above 15 years old), in SVEDAME, at the Butterfly Barn. English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Russian versions all available. Contribution kindly asked. Please call before to confirm your coming, thank you. Contact: VeroniqueJ. 9488512678. For more info visit www.leelathegame.blogspot.in Leela Leela July 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Butterfly Barn, Svedam, Auroville, Tamilnadu Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): Come and play the Game of your Life! Sundays, 10 am to 12.30 (above 15 years old), in SVEDAME, at the Butterfly Barn. English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Russian versions all available. Contribution kindly asked. Please call before to confirm your coming, thank you. Contact: VeroniqueJ. 9488512678. For more info visit www.leelathegame.blogspot.in Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouh… Photo Exhibition : Human Connect by Mouhamed Moustapha- Pondicherry July 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle July 14, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Hip Hop Dance with Vijay Hip Hop Dance with Vijay July 14, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kuilapalayam Creative Centre For more information: 9843195290 (Selveraj of KCC)/ 9786167917 (Sundar K, Aspiration) Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children July 14, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India CREEVA: Live Figure Drawing with Lakshay CREEVA: Live Figure Drawing with Lakshay July 14, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sundays 5pm-7pm: Life Drawing with Lakshay Figure Drawing. Classic way to understand the form, anatomy, perspective, etc. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 14, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 14, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •
15 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 15, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 15, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 15, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 15, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 15, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 15, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 15, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 15, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class July 15, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Creativity Hall of Light Italian Maestro wisdom & Yogic approach. Discover & develop the energy and physical parts of the body involved in vocal sound production. Learn to use these parts through vocal practice and consciously create and strengthen your unique inner Musical instrument. Register with Hamsini at 9487544184. Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation July 15, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi Creative Writing Creative Writing July 15, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Sanjana community The Creative writing experience is back! Never stop to be creative whatever happens in your life! Sanjana community (after Arati, before Maduka) in Francesca’s place. For info: 0413 - 2623987 or write to avmycreativewriting@gmail.com. Please call me or write to me before if this is your first time. All you need to bring with you is a pen, a notebook and the fun of expressing yourself. Let’s just show up on the page and let that “something” move through us! Donations required for guests; reduced for volunteers. Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class July 15, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns July 15, 2019 @ 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations with Hymns of the Rig Veda translated by Sri Aurobindo, led by Nishtha 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 15, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Joke Van Hoye at Vérité on Mondays from 5 – 6.30 pm: Dance meditation & creative expression (Gabriel Roth's method). Move into new fluid, fresh energy and enjoy a simple way to de-stress, connect to yourself and others, and put a smile on your face. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact: 0413 – 2622 045 or 7094104329. Colour Mediums at CREEVA Colour Mediums at CREEVA July 15, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira July 15, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya July 15, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 15, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult July 15, 2019 @ 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 15, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 15, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 15, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class July 15, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 15, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	16 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 16, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 16, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning July 16, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 16, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 16, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 16, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga July 16, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop July 16, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 16, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Sketchers Group Sketchers Group July 16, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 16, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Feminine Dance Feminine Dance July 16, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu in Cripa, Kalabhumi on Tuesdays at 4pm. An ancient sacred art for communication, healing, transformation and to facilitate birthing. . Wear comfortable dance clothes. galit@auroville.org.in Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 16, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers July 16, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Kala Kendra, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Live Sharing sessions offered by early founders & pioneers both from Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville will resume from Tuesday 7th August 2018. Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led July 16, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 16, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Community Atelier With Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in We have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Blessed Souls Blessed Souls July 16, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Courage, Auroville, Tamilnadu Every Tuesdays from 5 to 6:30 pm. We invite all of you to open your heart to the Divine. learning and singing all together Bhajans and Kirtans. We would love to have a drummer with us. Hamsini & Shakti 9487544184, at Creativity. Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) July 16, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) led by Buvana Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 16, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 16, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 16, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. OM Choir OM Choir July 16, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani July 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm Inauguration Photo Exhibition : by G. Ka… Inauguration Photo Exhibition : by G. Kamalraji- Pondicherry July 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 16, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. Opening of the European Union Film Festi… Opening of the European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 16, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 16, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 16, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	17 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 17, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 17, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 17, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 17, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 17, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 17, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco July 17, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Creativity Community Atelier Wednesdays 10am-12pm: Building Photographic Projects with Marco. SGo beyond the single beautiful photo. Rather tell stories with good images Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Photo Exhibition : by G. Kamalraji- Pond… Photo Exhibition : by G. Kamalraji- Pondicherry July 17, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 17, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Kids Dance Kids Dance July 17, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am New Creation Guest House, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Monday 3-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:s0 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate July 17, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu by Lola at CRIPA. Every WEDNESDAY - INTERMEDIATE: 2.30 to 3.30pm – BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! Mandala practice Mandala practice July 17, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Baraka, Auroville, Tamilnadu Wednesdays 2:30 to 5 pm, with Rosalba, exploring mandala's practice in the greenbelt of Auroville. Material all included in the requested contribution. Please contact me for all details: 9787702844 or rosalba@auroville.org.in. See more on facebook: www.facebook.com/rosalba.auroville/ Flamenco by Lola Flamenco by Lola July 17, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CRIPA Flamenco by Lola Intermediate: 2:30-3:30pm BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil July 17, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India For more info (+91) 413 2622045 or email programming@verite.in Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour July 17, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sacred Groves, auroville, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Sacred Groves, a housing project in sustainable building and living. Every Wednesday at 3:30 pm there is a guided tour for those interested in our work and achievements. More information: sacredgroves.in, or email sacredgroves@auroville.org.in or call: 9487421696. The Sacred Groves Team Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 17, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Dance for Teens with Madda Dance for Teens with Madda July 17, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm New Creation Dance Studio NEW!* Dance for Teens: with Madda at New at New Creation Studio. Wednesdays from 4-5.30pm CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya July 17, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wednesdays 5pm-7pm: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya. Work with different paint mediums to use in your own expression. Gouache/Watercolors/Collage/etc. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Essays on the Gita Essays on the Gita July 17, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Essays on the Gita, led by Shraddhavan Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 17, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 17, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Spontaneous Singing Spontaneous Singing July 17, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Is back on! Enjoy the pleasure of singing and discovering your own voice without any goals nor prerequisite. Let us create together an intangible and magical music. At Creativity - Hall of Light. Max. 12 people. Antoine – 8940740529 / antoine@auroville.org.in Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 17, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Dance Contemporary with Kartick Dance Contemporary with Kartick July 17, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Creation Dance Studio Salsa with Stephanie Salsa with Stephanie July 17, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Beginners: 6-7pm Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya July 17, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Budokan Dehashakti Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan (Dehashakti) with Murugan and Surya: New class for Beginners & All levels on Wednesday evening 6.30 to 7:30 pm. We have restarted our Martial Art practice with a new class for Beginners & all levels with Murugan; Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 17, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate July 17, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Intermediate class from 7-7:30 Open to All European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 17, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Tango Tango July 17, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm SAWCHU “Practica” (practice space open to all tango dancers) Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 17, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	18 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 18, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 18, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 18, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Thursday 7.30am – 8.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 18, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 18, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 18, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 18, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Photo Exhibition : by G. Kamalraji- Pond… Photo Exhibition : by G. Kamalraji- Pondicherry July 18, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Opening hours: from 10am to 1pm & 3:30pm to 6pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 18, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony July 18, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri July 18, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India The English of Savitri, led by Shraddhavan Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 18, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Creative Art with Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. CREEVA: Let the Fingers Dance with Anous… CREEVA: Let the Fingers Dance with Anoushka July 18, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity Community Atelier Thursdays 5pm-7pm: Have fun with colors and let the fingers dance with Anoushka.You do not need to be an artist or ever have painted before. Heres for new experiences where we let the music take over and express freely. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 18, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 18, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 18, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Meditation Meditation July 18, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Amphitheatre - Matrimandir Access only for the Amphitheatre from 5.45 pm. Please be seated by 5.55 pm. Guests: carry your Guest Card with you. Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 18, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 African Pavilion drumming and dinner African Pavilion drumming and dinner July 18, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We drum together – no musical training necessary! For families, children, teens, adults…for everyone! • Joyful stress release / • Unifying team building • Active meditation /• Empowerment through rhythm. Location: African Pavilion, near Visitor Centre. Contact: 9047074711 / africa@auroville.org.in. Fixed Contribution is requested for building the Pavilion, thanks! Dance Contact Improv Jam Dance Contact Improv Jam July 18, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Dance Contact improv jam with Kartick at New Creation dance studio. Thursdays from 6 to 8pm starts 9th August Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting July 18, 2019 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 18, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 18, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 18, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 18, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	19 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 19, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 19, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance July 19, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu Start Your Day Dancing. Every Friday 7:30-9:00am at Cripa hall, Kalabhumi also during the summer. Open for all. Offering also individual sessions of feminine dance. For details contact: pashutlihiot@gmail.com. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 19, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Friday 7.30am – 8.30am 108 Form Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance July 19, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am CRIPA Hall, Kalabhumi Rise and Shine Dance – Start Your Day Dancing. Every Friday 7:30-9:00am at Cripa hall, Kalabhumi also during the summer. Open for all. Offering also individual sessions of feminine dance. For details contact: pashutlihiot@gmail.com. Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 19, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka July 19, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Creativity Guest House, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Fridays 9.30am-10.30am: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC July 19, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 19, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Event test Event test July 19, 2019 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 19, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 19, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi The Eco Film Club The Eco Film Club July 19, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sadhana Forest Sadhana Forest, November 2nd, Friday Schedule of Events: 4:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Tour 4:30 pm: Tour of Sadhana Forest 6:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Eco Film Club 6:30 pm: Eco Film Club begins with "previews" of short Sadhana Forest films 8:00 pm: Dinner is served 9:30 pm: Free bus from Sadhana Forest back to Solar Kitchen Before the movie, at exactly 4:30pm you are welcome to join us for a full tour of Sadhana Forest and an update of our most recent work! After the film, you are welcome to join us for a free 100% vegan organic dinner! **Note: Families and children are welcome! Dinner for children will be served at 7pm :) IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU July 19, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm SAWCHU Improvisation Theatre or IMPROV, is a form of live theatre where most, if not all, is created the moment it is performed. Contact: Ema (9943970834) or Elke (94865 20868). 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 19, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Irena. Dance meditation & creative expression. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact 0413 2622 045 or 7094104329 Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 19, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 19, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Board Game evening Board Game evening July 19, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Le Zephyr Cafe, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Every FRIDAY from 6 pm onwards at Le Zéphyr in Visitors Centre. We have many games but feel free to bring along yours. Holistic Singing classes Holistic Singing classes July 19, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm New Creation Studio Auroville A vocal and Sound practices class to explore the impacts of sounds and vocal expression on your inner balance. contact Caroline: 7397716578 Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting July 19, 2019 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 OM Choir OM Choir July 19, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ashram School, Pondicherry The voice that chants to the creator Fire, The symbolled OM, the great assenting Word" European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 19, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Tango Dance Class Tango Dance Class July 19, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Argentine Tango Dancing class for beginners is offered. No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. “Practica” is held for all dance levels on Wednesday 7:30-9pm at Sawchu hall, Bharat Nivas. Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC July 19, 2019 @ 7:45 pm - 10:15 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 19, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	20 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 20, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:30 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Mixed levels with Murugan/Surya Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 20, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Mixed levels with Murugan/Surya Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class July 20, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 am SAWCHU building, Bharat Nivas Learn Karate and Kick boxing for self-defense and body fitness. For more information contact: 9442485455 or 9786167917 Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 20, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 20, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Saturday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 20, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 20, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 20, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Collective Creations at CREEVA Studio, K… Collective Creations at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas July 20, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Free for all. An experiment on detaching oneself from ego, and about respecting as well as appreciating other’s creative spirit. Have fun and learn from each other while making art collectively on a large canvas. Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 20, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering July 20, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 20, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 20, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Dehashakti sports and physical education, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Saturday Film Matinee-Children's Fi… Saturday Film Matinee-Children's Film July 20, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso Multimedia Center (MMC) Auditorium Children’s Film - Sunday 18 November, 4:30pm• DESPICABLE ME 3 USA, 2017, Dir: Kyle Balda, w/ Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker and others, Animation, 89mins, English w/English subtitles, Rated: PG Focused Dance Improv with Tahir Focused Dance Improv with Tahir July 20, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We will explore dance improvisation with a different focus every time. All are welcome Satsang led Satsang led July 20, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Satsang led by Ashesh Joshi Life Drawing Life Drawing July 20, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas With Lakshay Figure Drawing. Classic way to understand the form, anatomy, perspective, etc. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.inWe have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Inner Dance and Meditation Inner Dance and Meditation July 20, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Come with good spirit and comfortable clothes. with Yoffi Contact: 0413-2622 045 or 7094104329 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 20, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 20, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels July 20, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Salsa with Mani at New Creation dance studio: Beginners: Tuesdays from 6-7pm, Advanced: from 7-8pm. All levels: Saturdays from 6.30 to 8pm. European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 20, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 20, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Test Test July 20, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 20, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	21 Puppetry & dance performance - Adish… Puppetry & dance performance - Adishakti July 21, 2019 @ 2:00 am - 3:00 am adishakti, edayanchavadi road, Auroville Lentils and Stones, performance inspired by the poem "Women Cleaning Lentils" by Armenian poet Zahrad. Free entrance, donations welcome Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class July 21, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 am SAWCHU building, Bharat Nivas Learn Karate and Kick boxing for self-defense and body fitness. For more information contact: 9442485455 or 9786167917 Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 21, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 21, 2019 @ 8:30 am - 9:45 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Women & young girls (from 15) Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a… Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): July 21, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Butterfly Barn Come and play the Game of your Life! (above 15 years old), in SVEDAME, at the Butterfly Barn. English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Russian versions all available. Contribution kindly asked. Please call before to confirm your coming, thank you. Contact: VeroniqueJ. 9488512678. For more info visit www.leelathegame.blogspot.in Leela Leela July 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Butterfly Barn, Svedam, Auroville, Tamilnadu Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): Come and play the Game of your Life! Sundays, 10 am to 12.30 (above 15 years old), in SVEDAME, at the Butterfly Barn. English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Russian versions all available. Contribution kindly asked. Please call before to confirm your coming, thank you. Contact: VeroniqueJ. 9488512678. For more info visit www.leelathegame.blogspot.in Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle July 21, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Hip Hop Dance with Vijay Hip Hop Dance with Vijay July 21, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kuilapalayam Creative Centre For more information: 9843195290 (Selveraj of KCC)/ 9786167917 (Sundar K, Aspiration) Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children July 21, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India CREEVA: Live Figure Drawing with Lakshay CREEVA: Live Figure Drawing with Lakshay July 21, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sundays 5pm-7pm: Life Drawing with Lakshay Figure Drawing. Classic way to understand the form, anatomy, perspective, etc. Daily Sessions @ CREEVA Open Studio • At Creativity: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm• At Kalakendra: Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3:30pmPls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; pls. feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovillians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 0413 2622641 / 9080371145 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 21, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 21, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 21, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 21, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
22 Dance performance - Adishakti Dance performance - Adishakti July 22, 2019 @ 2:00 am - 3:00 am adishakti, edayanchavadi road, Auroville Gestures of belonging, Dance performance. Free entrance, donations welcome Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 22, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 22, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 22, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 22, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 22, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 22, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 22, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids July 22, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class July 22, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Creativity Hall of Light Italian Maestro wisdom & Yogic approach. Discover & develop the energy and physical parts of the body involved in vocal sound production. Learn to use these parts through vocal practice and consciously create and strengthen your unique inner Musical instrument. Register with Hamsini at 9487544184. Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation July 22, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi Creative Writing Creative Writing July 22, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Sanjana community The Creative writing experience is back! Never stop to be creative whatever happens in your life! Sanjana community (after Arati, before Maduka) in Francesca’s place. For info: 0413 - 2623987 or write to avmycreativewriting@gmail.com. Please call me or write to me before if this is your first time. All you need to bring with you is a pen, a notebook and the fun of expressing yourself. Let’s just show up on the page and let that “something” move through us! Donations required for guests; reduced for volunteers. Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class July 22, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns July 22, 2019 @ 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations with Hymns of the Rig Veda translated by Sri Aurobindo, led by Nishtha 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms July 22, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Vérité Guest House and Programs, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India with Joke Van Hoye at Vérité on Mondays from 5 – 6.30 pm: Dance meditation & creative expression (Gabriel Roth's method). Move into new fluid, fresh energy and enjoy a simple way to de-stress, connect to yourself and others, and put a smile on your face. Dancers/movers of all ages are welcome! Contact: 0413 – 2622 045 or 7094104329. Colour Mediums at CREEVA Colour Mediums at CREEVA July 22, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira July 22, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya July 22, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 22, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult July 22, 2019 @ 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women July 22, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dehashakti Gym, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India READY TO COME BACK IN SHAPE? Let's start again to practice MMA. Cut your nails, be punctual and dress in sportswear. I can't accept more than 13 students, so punctuality is a must. Free for Aurovilian and Newcomers (by the way donation are welcome if you want to roll on a new tatami), otherwise contribution is expected. Account number: 251884. Contact Giacomo: giacomoauroville@gmail.com / 9487340778. Check our page on FB: Auroville Mixed Martial Arts. Love, Giacomo. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) July 22, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Kolangal DD Space Inviting the sacred Kolam geometry to unfold its rhythm.Good for; overall health, strength and beauty. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids July 22, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class July 22, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 22, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 22, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 22, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	23 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan July 23, 2019 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 am Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Advanced (morning classes) with Murugan Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced July 23, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning July 23, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 23, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 23, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 23, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga July 23, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop July 23, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 23, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice. Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) July 23, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Kolangal DD Space Learning traditional Tamil ephemeral threshold art. Financial contribution is expected! For information call (0)413-2623446, Grace Gitadelila at “Kolangal DD Space” in Douceur community behind AV Bakery- before Roma's Kitchen- Auromodel, once inside Douceur community 2nd house on the right... Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattachary… Photo Exhibition by Ritarpan Bhattacharya -Pondicherry July 23, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 6pm Sketchers Group Sketchers Group July 23, 2019 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère July 23, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi Feminine Dance Feminine Dance July 23, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CRIPA, Kalabhumi, Auroville, Tamilnadu in Cripa, Kalabhumi on Tuesdays at 4pm. An ancient sacred art for communication, healing, transformation and to facilitate birthing. . Wear comfortable dance clothes. galit@auroville.org.in Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group July 23, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers July 23, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Kala Kendra, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Tamilnadu Live Sharing sessions offered by early founders & pioneers both from Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville will resume from Tuesday 7th August 2018. Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led July 23, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi Creative Art at CREEVA Creative Art at CREEVA July 23, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Creativity Community Atelier With Dominique. Explore and create your own understanding of known artists and also on Art which will expand your own expression. Pls. BE ON TIME. It's a cooperative; please feel free to use the studio's art materials. It's free for Aurovilians and Newcomers. The base contribution for Volunteers is Rs.100 and Guests is Rs.200 per session. It’s a non-profit; donate generously for art to flourish. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email. Call 04132622641 or email to creeva@auroville.org.in We have an open studio every day from 9:30am to 4.30pm at Creativity Community. Blessed Souls Blessed Souls July 23, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Courage, Auroville, Tamilnadu Every Tuesdays from 5 to 6:30 pm. We invite all of you to open your heart to the Divine. learning and singing all together Bhajans and Kirtans. We would love to have a drummer with us. Hamsini & Shakti 9487544184, at Creativity. Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) July 23, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) led by Buvana Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres July 23, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 pm, at Joy GH. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 23, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Pao… Theatre workshop on The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho - Bharat Nivas July 23, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall in Bharat Nivas Francesca, actress and theatre director from Italy living in Auroville is going to lead a series of theatre playgrounds based on the beautiful book by Paolo Coelho, the Alchemist. Voice and sound will be the protagonist of this theatre playground. The workshop is opened to everybody. The dates are: 12, 13, 14 July from 5pm to 8pm in Bharat Nivas All the contributions from this workshop will go towards the next theatre performance Francesca is going to direct, a hilarious comedy that will take place in December in Auroville. For registration and more information write an email to: francesca@auroville.org.in If you want to know more about the next comedy visit the FACEBOOK page "Comedy in Auroville”. OM Choir OM Choir July 23, 2019 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) July 23, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Deepanam School, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5.15 PM – SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) \| Tuesday & Thursday: 6.00 PM – Deepanam School \| Saturday: 4.30 PM - Dehashakti Gymnasium. Free trial class every first Thursday of the month. ● KID CLASSES >> Monday & Friday: 1.15 PM - Deepanam School - Contact us prior bringing a new kid, ● OPEN RODA (Capoeira Circle) >> First Friday of each month 5.30PM - Visitor Center - Open to all!!! Contact: info@ginga-saroba.com \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani July 23, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) July 23, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dehashakti Sports and Physical Education, Auroville Road, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Practice of Aikido at the Auroville Budokan under the guidance of Sep Overlaet, 6th Dan Tokyo Aikikai. Minimum age is 15. For further information contact Sep: overlaet@gmail.com / 8489755035. European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 23, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP July 23, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India European Union Film Festival at Alliance… European Union Film Festival at Alliance Francaise- Pondicherry July 23, 2019 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Alliance Francaise AFP Auditorium #EUFF2019 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	24 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners July 24, 2019 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 am Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Qi Gong Qi Gong July 24, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Joy Community Guesthouse, Center Field, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Qi-Gong classes with Andres: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 7am-8am, at Joy GH. "Swinging" Qi Gong for beginners, is one of the ways to resolve old patterns of psycho-corporal movement into new experience. Andres is a Practicing Traditional Acupuncturist for 18 years, he will show some exercises that are oriented to harmonize Qi flow, reduce stress, and increase vitality. +91 (0)9487272393. Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes July 24, 2019 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz Photo Exhibition: On the Road by Franz July 24, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Aurelec Cafeteria, Aurelec Compound, Near Kuilapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India On the Road Hitchhiking to India 50 years old photos from the time when I had travelled around the Mediterranean Sea on the road to India. by Franz open from 8 am to 5 pm in June 2019 Before I came to Pondicherry in 1972, I had travelled the countries around the Mediterranean Sea and on the road to India. Many of the monuments, still seen in the photos, are no more existing or have changed. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts July 24, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Meditations on Savitri The entire series of 472 paintings created by the Mother with Huta From 1961-67 is on display in the newly extended picture gallery Sri Aurobindo - A Life-Sketch in Photographs in the upstairs corridor Glimpses of the Mother photographs and texts in the Square Hall Everyone is welcome Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - Photo exhibition : Dawn of Auroville - July 24, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm kalakendra Art Gallery - Bharat Nivas Ongoing photo exhibition on the early days of Auroville with rare historical images and texts by The Mother. Ongoing until further notice.