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Origami Workshop

category: blackboard practises and tagged japanese art origami event date: September 08, 2017

Bharat Nivas and Japanese pavilion present; Origami workshop "Let's enjoy Origami" Date: Friday, 8th September 2017 Time: 2:30 to 4 pm (please be on time [...]

Let’s enjoy ORIGAMI

category: blackboard practises and tagged japanese art origami event date: February 03, 2017

Friday 3rd March 3 pm~4 pm at SAWCHU (Bharat Nivas) March 3rd is Hina-Matsuri, the Doll's Festival for girls in Japan. People display a set of dolls which [...]

3rd Workshop On Origami

category: blackboard practises and tagged japanese art origami event date: February 10, 2017

Bharat Nivas in collaboration with Japanese Pavillion invites you to participate in; "Let's enjoy ORIGAMI" Date&Time/ Friday 10th February [...]

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				1 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 1, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 1, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 1, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 1, 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 March 1, 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 March 1, 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) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 1, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 1, 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 March 1, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	2 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Kino Kino March 2, 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 East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 2, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 2, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 2, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 2, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 2, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	3 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 3, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 3, 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!): March 3, 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 March 3, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 3, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 3, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Conscious Walking-Kinhin Conscious Walking-Kinhin March 3, 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 March 3, 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 March 3, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • •
4 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 4, 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 March 4, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 4, 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 March 4, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 4, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 4, 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 March 4, 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 March 4, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 4, 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 March 4, 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) March 4, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 4, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	5 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 5, 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 March 5, 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 March 5, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga March 5, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 5, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Feminine Dance Feminine Dance March 5, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 5, 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 March 5, 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 March 5, 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 March 5, 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) March 5, 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 March 5, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 5, 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) March 5, 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 March 5, 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) March 5, 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 March 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	6 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 6, 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 March 6, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 6, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 6, 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 March 6, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 6, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 6, 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 March 6, 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 March 6, 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 March 6, 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) March 6, 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... Tango Tango March 6, 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 March 6, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	7 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 7, 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 March 7, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 7, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 7, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 7, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 7, 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 March 7, 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 March 7, 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 March 7, 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. Meditation Meditation March 7, 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) March 7, 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 March 7, 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 March 7, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 7, 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 March 7, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	8 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 8, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 8, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 8, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 8, 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 March 8, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 8, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 8, 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 March 8, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	9 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 9, 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 March 9, 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 March 9, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Art Matters at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra… Art Matters at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas March 9, 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. East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 9, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 9, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 9, 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 March 9, 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 March 9, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 9, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 9, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	10 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 10, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 10, 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!): March 10, 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 March 10, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 10, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 10, 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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •
11 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 11, 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 March 11, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 11, 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 March 11, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 11, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 11, 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 March 11, 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 March 11, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 11, 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 March 11, 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) March 11, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 11, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	12 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 12, 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 March 12, 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 March 12, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga March 12, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 12, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Feminine Dance Feminine Dance March 12, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 12, 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 March 12, 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 March 12, 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 March 12, 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) March 12, 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 March 12, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 12, 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) March 12, 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 March 12, 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) March 12, 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 March 12, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	13 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 13, 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 March 13, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 13, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 13, 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 March 13, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 13, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 13, 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 March 13, 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 March 13, 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 March 13, 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) March 13, 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... Tango Tango March 13, 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 March 13, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	14 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 14, 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 March 14, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 14, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 14, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 14, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 14, 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 March 14, 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 March 14, 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 March 14, 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. Meditation Meditation March 14, 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) March 14, 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 March 14, 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 March 14, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 14, 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 March 14, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	15 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 15, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 15, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 15, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 15, 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 March 15, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 15, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 15, 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 March 15, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	16 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 16, 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 March 16, 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 March 16, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Collective Creations at CREEVA Studio, K… Collective Creations at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas March 16, 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. East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 16, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 16, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 16, 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 March 16, 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 March 16, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 16, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 16, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	17 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 17, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 17, 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!): March 17, 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 March 17, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 17, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 17, 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 March 17, 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 March 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •
18 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 18, 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 March 18, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 18, 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 March 18, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 18, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 18, 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 March 18, 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 March 18, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 18, 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 March 18, 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) March 18, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 18, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	19 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 19, 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga March 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 19, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Feminine Dance Feminine Dance March 19, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 19, 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 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) March 19, 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 March 19, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 19, 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) March 19, 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 March 19, 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) March 19, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	20 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 20, 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 March 20, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 20, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 20, 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 March 20, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 20, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 20, 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 March 20, 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 March 20, 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 March 20, 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) March 20, 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... • • • • • • • • • • • •	21 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 21, 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 March 21, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 21, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 21, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 21, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 21, 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 March 21, 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 March 21, 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 March 21, 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. Meditation Meditation March 21, 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) March 21, 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 March 21, 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 March 21, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 21, 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 March 21, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	22 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 22, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 22, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 22, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 22, 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 March 22, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 22, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 22, 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 March 22, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	23 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 23, 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 March 23, 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 March 23, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 23, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 23, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 23, 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 March 23, 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 March 23, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 23, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 23, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	24 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 24, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 24, 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!): March 24, 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 March 24, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 24, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 24, 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 March 24, 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 March 24, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •
25 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 25, 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 March 25, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 25, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 25, 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 March 25, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 25, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 25, 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 March 25, 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 March 25, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 25, 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 March 25, 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) March 25, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 25, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	26 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 26, 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 March 26, 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 March 26, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 26, 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 March 26, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 26, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 26, 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 March 26, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 26, 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 March 26, 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 March 26, 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 March 26, 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) March 26, 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 March 26, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 26, 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) March 26, 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 March 26, 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) March 26, 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 March 26, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	27 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 27, 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 March 27, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 27, 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 27, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 27, 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 March 27, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 27, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 27, 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 March 27, 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 March 27, 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 March 27, 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) March 27, 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... Tango Tango March 27, 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 March 27, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	28 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 28, 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 March 28, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 28, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 28, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 28, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 28, 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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. Meditation Meditation March 28, 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) March 28, 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 28, 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 March 28, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	29 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 29, 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 March 29, 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 March 29, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 29, 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 29, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 29, 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 March 29, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 29, 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 March 29, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 29, 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 March 29, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 29, 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 March 29, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	30 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 30, 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 March 30, 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 March 30, 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 March 30, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 30, 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 East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 30, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 30, 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) March 30, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 30, 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 March 30, 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 March 30, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 30, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 30, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	31 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 31, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 31, 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!): March 31, 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 March 31, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 31, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 31, 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 March 31, 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 March 31, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •

	March 2019
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				1 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 1, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 1, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 1, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 1, 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 March 1, 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 March 1, 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) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 1, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 1, 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 March 1, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	2 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Kino Kino March 2, 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 East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 2, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 2, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 2, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 2, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 2, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	3 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 3, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 3, 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!): March 3, 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 March 3, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 3, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 3, 2019 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Conscious Walking-Kinhin Conscious Walking-Kinhin March 3, 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 March 3, 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 March 3, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • •
4 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 4, 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 March 4, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 4, 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 March 4, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 4, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 4, 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 March 4, 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 March 4, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 4, 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 March 4, 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) March 4, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 4, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	5 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 5, 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 March 5, 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 March 5, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga March 5, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 5, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Feminine Dance Feminine Dance March 5, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 5, 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 March 5, 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 March 5, 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 March 5, 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) March 5, 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 March 5, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 5, 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) March 5, 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 March 5, 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) March 5, 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 March 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	6 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 6, 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 March 6, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 6, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 6, 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 March 6, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 6, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 6, 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 March 6, 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 March 6, 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 March 6, 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) March 6, 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... Tango Tango March 6, 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 March 6, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	7 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 7, 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 March 7, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 7, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 7, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 7, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 7, 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 March 7, 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 March 7, 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 March 7, 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. Meditation Meditation March 7, 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) March 7, 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 March 7, 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 March 7, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 7, 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 March 7, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	8 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 8, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 8, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 8, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 8, 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 March 8, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 8, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 8, 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 March 8, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	9 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 9, 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 March 9, 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 March 9, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Art Matters at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra… Art Matters at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas March 9, 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. East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 9, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 9, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 9, 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 March 9, 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 March 9, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 9, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 9, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	10 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 10, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 10, 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!): March 10, 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 March 10, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 10, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 10, 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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •
11 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 11, 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 March 11, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 11, 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 March 11, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 11, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 11, 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 March 11, 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 March 11, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 11, 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 March 11, 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) March 11, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 11, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	12 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 12, 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 March 12, 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 March 12, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga March 12, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 12, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Feminine Dance Feminine Dance March 12, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 12, 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 March 12, 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 March 12, 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 March 12, 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) March 12, 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 March 12, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 12, 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) March 12, 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 March 12, 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) March 12, 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 March 12, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	13 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 13, 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 March 13, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 13, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 13, 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 March 13, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 13, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 13, 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 March 13, 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 March 13, 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 March 13, 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) March 13, 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... Tango Tango March 13, 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 March 13, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	14 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 14, 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 March 14, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 14, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 14, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 14, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 14, 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 March 14, 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 March 14, 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 March 14, 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. Meditation Meditation March 14, 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) March 14, 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 March 14, 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 March 14, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 14, 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 March 14, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	15 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 15, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 15, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 15, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 15, 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 March 15, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 15, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 15, 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 March 15, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	16 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 16, 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 March 16, 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 March 16, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Collective Creations at CREEVA Studio, K… Collective Creations at CREEVA Studio, Kalakendra, Bharat Nivas March 16, 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. East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 16, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 16, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 16, 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 March 16, 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 March 16, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 16, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 16, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	17 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 17, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 17, 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!): March 17, 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 March 17, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 17, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 17, 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 March 17, 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 March 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •
18 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 18, 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 March 18, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 18, 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 March 18, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 18, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 18, 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 March 18, 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 March 18, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 18, 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 March 18, 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) March 18, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 18, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	19 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 19, 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga March 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 19, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Feminine Dance Feminine Dance March 19, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 19, 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 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) March 19, 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 March 19, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 19, 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) March 19, 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 March 19, 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) March 19, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	20 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 20, 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 March 20, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 20, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 20, 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 March 20, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 20, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 20, 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 March 20, 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 March 20, 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 March 20, 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) March 20, 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... • • • • • • • • • • • •	21 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 21, 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 March 21, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 21, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 21, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 21, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 21, 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 March 21, 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 March 21, 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 March 21, 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. Meditation Meditation March 21, 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) March 21, 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 March 21, 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 March 21, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 21, 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 March 21, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	22 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 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 March 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. Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance March 22, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 22, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 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 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 22, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 22, 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 March 22, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 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... Board Game evening Board Game evening March 22, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 22, 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 March 22, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	23 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 23, 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 March 23, 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 March 23, 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 March 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 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 East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 23, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) March 23, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 23, 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 March 23, 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 March 23, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 23, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 23, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	24 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 24, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 24, 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!): March 24, 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 March 24, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 24, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 24, 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 March 24, 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 March 24, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •
25 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 25, 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 March 25, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 25, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 25, 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 March 25, 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. Creative Writing Creative Writing March 25, 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. Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns March 25, 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 March 25, 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 March 25, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult March 25, 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 March 25, 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) March 25, 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... Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 25, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	26 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 26, 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 March 26, 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 March 26, 2019 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 26, 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 March 26, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 26, 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... L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 26, 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 March 26, 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 Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers March 26, 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 March 26, 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 March 26, 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 March 26, 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) March 26, 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 March 26, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 26, 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) March 26, 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 March 26, 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) March 26, 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 March 26, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	27 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 27, 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 March 27, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 27, 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 CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects w… CREEVA: Building Photographic Projects with Marco March 27, 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 Flamenco Intermediate Flamenco Intermediate March 27, 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 March 27, 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/ Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour March 27, 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 CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya CREEVA: Colour Mediums with A. Sathya March 27, 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 March 27, 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 March 27, 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 March 27, 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) March 27, 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... Tango Tango March 27, 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 March 27, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	28 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 28, 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 March 28, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 28, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) March 28, 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... Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony March 28, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 The English of Savitri The English of Savitri March 28, 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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. Meditation Meditation March 28, 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) March 28, 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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 Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) March 28, 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 March 28, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	29 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners March 29, 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 March 29, 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 March 29, 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. Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 29, 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 CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka CREEVA: Learn Calligraphy with Marlenka March 29, 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 Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids March 29, 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 March 29, 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 IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU March 29, 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 March 29, 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 Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) March 29, 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 March 29, 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. OM Choir OM Choir March 29, 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 March 29, 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • •	30 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 30, 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 March 30, 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 March 30, 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 March 30, 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 Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts March 30, 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 East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering March 30, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère March 30, 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) March 30, 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 Satsang led Satsang led March 30, 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 March 30, 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 March 30, 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 Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels March 30, 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. Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP March 30, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • • • • • • •	31 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class March 31, 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 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan March 31, 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!): March 31, 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 March 31, 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 Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle March 31, 2019 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children March 31, 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 March 31, 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 March 31, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India • • • • • • • •