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					1 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 1, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 1, 2020 @ 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 See more details Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 1, 2020 @ 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. See more details Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class February 1, 2020 @ 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 See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 1, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Saturday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 See more details Painting exhibition by Hufreesh Dumasia … Painting exhibition by Hufreesh Dumasia Chopra 'Cosmic Dreams' February 1, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Pitanga See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 1, 2020 @ 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 See more details Figurative Life Drawing with Lakshay at … Figurative Life Drawing with Lakshay at CREEVA February 1, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am CREEVA Creativity Art Studio With Lakshay Tel: 9810052574 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 at Creativity Community. See more details Kino Kino February 1, 2020 @ 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 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 1, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering February 1, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 See more details Body Awareness & relaxation with Han… Body Awareness & relaxation with Hans February 1, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Verite Big Hall New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 1, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 1, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details Saturday Children's Film Saturday Children's Film February 1, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso Multimedia Center (MMC) Auditorium Children’s Film - Sunday 18 November, 4:30pm• DESPICABLE ME 3 USA, 2017, Dir: Kyle Balda, w/ Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker and others, Animation, 89mins, English w/English subtitles, Rated: PG See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 1, 2020 @ 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 See more details Focused Dance Improv with Tahir Focused Dance Improv with Tahir February 1, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We will explore dance improvisation with a different focus every time. All are welcome See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 1, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Inner Dance and Meditation Inner Dance and Meditation February 1, 2020 @ 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 See more details Satsang led Satsang led February 1, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Satsang led by Ashesh Joshi See more details Documentary & Talk presented by the … Documentary & Talk presented by the Pavillion de France - "Hypersensitive children, a present for the future." February 1, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso In French with English subtitles See more details Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels February 1, 2020 @ 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. See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 1, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Music: Kalabhumi goes live Music: Kalabhumi goes live February 1, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Kalabhumi Music Studio, Auroville NoizeGate-Rock BulletProof-Funk See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 1, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	2 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class February 2, 2020 @ 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 See more details Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 2, 2020 @ 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. See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 2, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a… Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): February 2, 2020 @ 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 See more details Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle February 2, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle See more details Hip Hop Dance with Vijay Hip Hop Dance with Vijay February 2, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kuilapalayam Creative Centre For more information: 9843195290 (Selveraj of KCC)/ 9786167917 (Sundar K, Aspiration) See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children February 2, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details Conscious Walking-Kinhin Conscious Walking-Kinhin February 2, 2020 @ 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 See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 2, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • •
3 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 3, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 3, 2020 @ 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. See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 3, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 3, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 3, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 3, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 3, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 3, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 3, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids February 3, 2020 @ 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 See more details Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class February 3, 2020 @ 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. See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 3, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation February 3, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 3, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details Creative Writing Creative Writing February 3, 2020 @ 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. See more details Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class February 3, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla See more details Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns February 3, 2020 @ 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 See more details Gurdjieff Movements Gurdjieff Movements February 3, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CRIPA Hall Gurdjieff Movements known as "Sacred Dances" are a powerful tool for inner and outer awareness. The practice makes it possible to become free of the automatism and habits of our body, emotions and mind. By moving differently than we usually do, we experience new qualities of energy and meet ourselves in new ways. Organizing Group: CRIPA Email: sweet.yoffi@gmail.com See more details Approach to Watercolor through landscape… Approach to Watercolor through landscapes at CREEVA with A.Sathya February 3, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist A.Sathya: tel: 9486145072 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya February 3, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 See more details 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms February 3, 2020 @ 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. See more details SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira February 3, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult February 3, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5 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: capoeira@auroville.org.in \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 3, 2020 @ 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... See more details MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women February 3, 2020 @ 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. See more details Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids February 3, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio See more details Dance classe: Bal Folk with Lucile - wee… Dance classe: Bal Folk with Lucile - weekly February 3, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall, Bharat Nivas Group traditional dances from Europe. close shoes are recommended and your own water bottle Organizing Group: Bharat Nivas Email: lucilepinteaux@gmail.com See more details Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class February 3, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 3, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	4 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 4, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 4, 2020 @ 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 See more details Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning February 4, 2020 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 4, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 4, 2020 @ 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 See more details Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop February 4, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. See more details Workshop: Self-Evaluation through CHAKRA… Workshop: Self-Evaluation through CHAKRAS February 4, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Inside India, Auroshilpam, Auroville Workshop + Presentation by Aparajita Barai 4th Jan and 4th Feb, 2020 Introduction — 9 am to 12 pm, Continuation — 2 pm to 5 pm It is possible to attend just the 1st half, if the full-day event is difficult to attend. Pre-booking is required for all Call 0413-2622047 between 10 am to 12 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm E-mail: insight@auroville.org.in Guests of Auroville: Fixed participation charge Aurovillians & Newcomers: Voluntary donation accepted This is a recretional activity Venue: INSIDE INDIA, Ground floor, Auroshilpam, Behind Auromode Guest-house (at the end of the lane opposite CSR) website: www.inside-india.com Organizing Group: Insight Seminars See more details Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga February 4, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 4, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 4, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) February 4, 2020 @ 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... See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 4, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 4, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Sketchers Group Sketchers Group February 4, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS* Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 4, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group February 4, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 4, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 4, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details Feminine Dance Feminine Dance February 4, 2020 @ 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 See more details Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers February 4, 2020 @ 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. See more details Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led February 4, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi See more details Opening Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Ga… Opening Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - Pondicherry February 4, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aurodhan, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 4, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 4, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) February 4, 2020 @ 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 See more details Blessed Souls Blessed Souls February 4, 2020 @ 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. See more details Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres February 4, 2020 @ 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. See more details OM Choir OM Choir February 4, 2020 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 4, 2020 @ 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 See more details Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani February 4, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm See more details Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) February 4, 2020 @ 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. See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 4, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	5 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 5, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 5, 2020 @ 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. See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 5, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 5, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 5, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 5, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 5, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Kids Dance Kids Dance February 5, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am New Creation Guest House, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Monday 3-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:s0 See more details Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - … Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - Pondicherry February 5, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 7:00 pm Aurodhan, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India Presented by Sunehari Chabil foundation. Opening hours: 10:30am - 1pm 3:30pm - 7pm See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 5, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Mandala practice Mandala practice February 5, 2020 @ 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/ See more details Flamenco by Lola Flamenco by Lola February 5, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CRIPA Flamenco by Lola Intermediate: 2:30-3:30pm BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! See more details Painting at CREEVA with Aparajita "… Painting at CREEVA with Aparajita "Exploring Music, Mantras and Colours" February 5, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist Aparajita: tel: 8860811953 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil February 5, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India For more info (+91) 413 2622045 or email programming@verite.in See more details Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour February 5, 2020 @ 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 See more details Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group February 5, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 5, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details Dance for Teens with Madda Dance for Teens with Madda February 5, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm New Creation Dance Studio NEW!* Dance for Teens: with Madda at New at New Creation Studio. Wednesdays from 4-5.30pm See more details Kathak Dance classes by Yogini Gandhi Kathak Dance classes by Yogini Gandhi February 5, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Sawchu Bharat Nivas Commencing in December Minimum commitment of 3 months Registration required by the 1st of December Kindly email: yoginigandhi@gmail.com This is a beginners class. Individual classes available for intermediate and advance studies. See more details Essays on the Gita Essays on the Gita February 5, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Essays on the Gita, led by Shraddhavan See more details Dance Contemporary with Kartick Dance Contemporary with Kartick February 5, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Creation Dance Studio See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 5, 2020 @ 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... See more details MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women February 5, 2020 @ 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. See more details Contemporary Dance with Gopal Dalami Contemporary Dance with Gopal Dalami February 5, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm cripa ,kalabhumi , Auroville " New in Cripa! Surya performance lab proposes contemporary dance classes directed by Gopal Dalami , a professional contemporary dancer and Actor , currently performing in the show "VAST" with Thierry Moucazambo and directed by Philippe Pelen Baldini . Contemporary dance : Body awareness, experience of the space, rhythm, improvisation , expression through movements and choreography. Open to all levels Contribution per class : 50 rs for Aurovilian and new comers, 150 rs for volunteers, 300 rs for guests. Contact : 8800929496 8076833991 Email : gopaldalami@gmail.com" See more details Spontaneous Singing Spontaneous Singing February 5, 2020 @ 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 See more details Salsa with Stephanie Salsa with Stephanie February 5, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Beginners: 6-7pm Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in See more details Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya February 5, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Budokan Dehashakti Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan (Dehashakti) with Murugan and Surya: New class for Beginners & All levels on Wednesday evening 6.30 to 7:30 pm. We have restarted our Martial Art practice with a new class for Beginners & all levels with Murugan; Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. See more details Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids February 5, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio See more details Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate February 5, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Intermediate class from 7-7:30 Open to All See more details Tango Tango February 5, 2020 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm SAWCHU “Practica” (practice space open to all tango dancers) See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 5, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	6 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 6, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 6, 2020 @ 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 See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 6, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 6, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Thursday 7.30am – 8.30am 24 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 6, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 6, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 6, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) February 6, 2020 @ 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... See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 6, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - … Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - Pondicherry February 6, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 7:00 pm Aurodhan, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India Presented by Sunehari Chabil foundation. Opening hours: 10:30am - 1pm 3:30pm - 7pm See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 6, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony February 6, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 6, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 6, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details The English of Savitri The English of Savitri February 6, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India The English of Savitri, led by Shraddhavan See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 6, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres February 6, 2020 @ 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. See more details Express your inner with colours at CREEV… Express your inner with colours at CREEVA with Helgard February 6, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist Helgard: tel: 9486534326 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Gurdjieff Movements - Group Work Gurdjieff Movements - Group Work February 6, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CRIPA Hall Gurdjieff Movements known as "Sacred Dances" are a powerful tool for inner and outer awareness. The focus will be on group movements. This class is for regular practitioners. If you want to join Please contact Yoffi Organizing Group: cripa Email: sweet.yoffi@gmail.com See more details Meditation Meditation February 6, 2020 @ 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. See more details Dance Contact Improv Jam Dance Contact Improv Jam February 6, 2020 @ 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 See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 6, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion drumming and dinner African Pavilion drumming and dinner February 6, 2020 @ 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! See more details Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting February 6, 2020 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 See more details Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) February 6, 2020 @ 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. See more details Art for Land: World Cafe with Documentar… Art for Land: World Cafe with Documentary films on Auroville February 6, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Unity Pavilion, Auroville See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 6, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	7 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 7, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 7, 2020 @ 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. See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 7, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Friday 7.30am – 8.30am 108 Form See more details Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance February 7, 2020 @ 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. See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 7, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 7, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 7, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 7, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC February 7, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp See more details Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - … Painting exhibition: Aurodhan Gallery - Pondicherry February 7, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 7:00 pm Aurodhan, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India Presented by Sunehari Chabil foundation. Opening hours: 10:30am - 1pm 3:30pm - 7pm See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 7, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids February 7, 2020 @ 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 See more details Painting exhibition on Savitri by Mayaur… Painting exhibition on Savitri by Mayaura February 7, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm L'Atelier, 1st floor at Centre d'Art des Citadines, Auroville See more details Body Awareness & relaxation with Han… Body Awareness & relaxation with Hans February 7, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Verite Big Hall New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details The Eco Film Club The Eco Film Club February 7, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sadhana Forest Sadhana Forest, November 2nd, Friday Schedule of Events: 4:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Tour 4:30 pm: Tour of Sadhana Forest 6:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Eco Film Club 6:30 pm: Eco Film Club begins with "previews" of short Sadhana Forest films 8:00 pm: Dinner is served 9:30 pm: Free bus from Sadhana Forest back to Solar Kitchen Before the movie, at exactly 4:30pm you are welcome to join us for a full tour of Sadhana Forest and an update of our most recent work! After the film, you are welcome to join us for a free 100% vegan organic dinner! **Note: Families and children are welcome! Dinner for children will be served at 7pm :) See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 7, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 7, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU February 7, 2020 @ 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). See more details 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms February 7, 2020 @ 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 See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 7, 2020 @ 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... See more details Capoeira Circle - Open Roda Capoeira Circle - Open Roda February 7, 2020 @ 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 See more details Board Game evening Board Game evening February 7, 2020 @ 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. See more details Holistic Singing classes Holistic Singing classes February 7, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm New Creation Studio Auroville A vocal and Sound practices class to explore the impacts of sounds and vocal expression on your inner balance. contact Caroline: 7397716578 See more details Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting February 7, 2020 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 See more details OM Choir OM Choir February 7, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ashram School, Pondicherry The voice that chants to the creator Fire, The symbolled OM, the great assenting Word" See more details Tango Dance Class Tango Dance Class February 7, 2020 @ 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. See more details Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC February 7, 2020 @ 7:45 pm - 10:15 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details Comedy: Genius Brothers Present: The Thr… Comedy: Genius Brothers Present: The Three Suitors of Princess Pour Tous February 7, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Kalabhumi Amphitheatre See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	8 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 8, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 8, 2020 @ 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 See more details Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 8, 2020 @ 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. See more details Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class February 8, 2020 @ 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 See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 8, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Saturday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 8, 2020 @ 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 See more details Figurative Life Drawing with Lakshay at … Figurative Life Drawing with Lakshay at CREEVA February 8, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am CREEVA Creativity Art Studio With Lakshay Tel: 9810052574 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 at Creativity Community. See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 8, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 8, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering February 8, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 See more details Body Awareness & relaxation with Han… Body Awareness & relaxation with Hans February 8, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Verite Big Hall New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 8, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 8, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details Saturday Children's Film Saturday Children's Film February 8, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso Multimedia Center (MMC) Auditorium Children’s Film - Sunday 18 November, 4:30pm• DESPICABLE ME 3 USA, 2017, Dir: Kyle Balda, w/ Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker and others, Animation, 89mins, English w/English subtitles, Rated: PG See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 8, 2020 @ 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 See more details Focused Dance Improv with Tahir Focused Dance Improv with Tahir February 8, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We will explore dance improvisation with a different focus every time. All are welcome See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 8, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Inner Dance and Meditation Inner Dance and Meditation February 8, 2020 @ 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 See more details Satsang led Satsang led February 8, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Satsang led by Ashesh Joshi See more details Film Screening: Our Cashew Story a film … Film Screening: Our Cashew Story a film by Serena Aurora February 8, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville See more details Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels February 8, 2020 @ 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. See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 8, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details The Auroville Choir: Poetry in Music The Auroville Choir: Poetry in Music February 8, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm CRIPA at Kalabhumi See more details Bal folk with live music Bal folk with live music February 8, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sawchu, Bharat Nivas See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	9 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class February 9, 2020 @ 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 See more details Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 9, 2020 @ 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. See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 9, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a… Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): February 9, 2020 @ 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 See more details Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle February 9, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle See more details Hip Hop Dance with Vijay Hip Hop Dance with Vijay February 9, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kuilapalayam Creative Centre For more information: 9843195290 (Selveraj of KCC)/ 9786167917 (Sundar K, Aspiration) See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children February 9, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details Art for Land: Garba with Pondicherry Art… Art for Land: Garba with Pondicherry Artists February 9, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Unity Pavilion, Auroville, See more details The Auroville Choir: Poetry in Music The Auroville Choir: Poetry in Music February 9, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm CRIPA at Kalabhumi See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 9, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • •
10 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 10, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 10, 2020 @ 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. See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 10, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 10, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 10, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 10, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 10, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 10, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 10, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids February 10, 2020 @ 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 See more details Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class February 10, 2020 @ 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. See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 10, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation February 10, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 10, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details Creative Writing Creative Writing February 10, 2020 @ 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. See more details Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class February 10, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla See more details Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns February 10, 2020 @ 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 See more details Gurdjieff Movements Gurdjieff Movements February 10, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CRIPA Hall Gurdjieff Movements known as "Sacred Dances" are a powerful tool for inner and outer awareness. The practice makes it possible to become free of the automatism and habits of our body, emotions and mind. By moving differently than we usually do, we experience new qualities of energy and meet ourselves in new ways. Organizing Group: CRIPA Email: sweet.yoffi@gmail.com See more details Approach to Watercolor through landscape… Approach to Watercolor through landscapes at CREEVA with A.Sathya February 10, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist A.Sathya: tel: 9486145072 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya February 10, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 See more details 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms February 10, 2020 @ 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. See more details SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira February 10, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult February 10, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5 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: capoeira@auroville.org.in \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 10, 2020 @ 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... See more details MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women February 10, 2020 @ 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. See more details Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids February 10, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio See more details Dance classe: Bal Folk with Lucile - wee… Dance classe: Bal Folk with Lucile - weekly February 10, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall, Bharat Nivas Group traditional dances from Europe. close shoes are recommended and your own water bottle Organizing Group: Bharat Nivas Email: lucilepinteaux@gmail.com See more details Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class February 10, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in See more details Film screening in the presence of Stephe… Film screening in the presence of Stephen Haskell "DEBOUT" - Pondicherry February 10, 2020 @ 7:45 pm - 9:15 pm Krtashraya Aurodhan Gardens, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 10, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	11 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 11, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 11, 2020 @ 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 See more details Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning February 11, 2020 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 11, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 11, 2020 @ 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 See more details Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop February 11, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. See more details Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga February 11, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 11, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 11, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) February 11, 2020 @ 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... See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 11, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 11, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Sketchers Group Sketchers Group February 11, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 11, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group February 11, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 11, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 11, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details Feminine Dance Feminine Dance February 11, 2020 @ 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 See more details Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers February 11, 2020 @ 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. See more details Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led February 11, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 11, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 11, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) February 11, 2020 @ 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 See more details Blessed Souls Blessed Souls February 11, 2020 @ 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. See more details Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres February 11, 2020 @ 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. See more details Art for Land: Bollywood workshop with Sh… Art for Land: Bollywood workshop with Shobhana Patnaik February 11, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Unity Pavilion, Auroville, See more details OM Choir OM Choir February 11, 2020 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 11, 2020 @ 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 See more details Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani February 11, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm See more details Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) February 11, 2020 @ 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. See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 11, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	12 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 12, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 12, 2020 @ 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. See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 12, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 12, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 12, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 12, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 12, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Kids Dance Kids Dance February 12, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am New Creation Guest House, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Monday 3-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:s0 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 12, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Mandala practice Mandala practice February 12, 2020 @ 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/ See more details Flamenco by Lola Flamenco by Lola February 12, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CRIPA Flamenco by Lola Intermediate: 2:30-3:30pm BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! See more details Painting at CREEVA with Aparajita "… Painting at CREEVA with Aparajita "Exploring Music, Mantras and Colours" February 12, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist Aparajita: tel: 8860811953 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil February 12, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India For more info (+91) 413 2622045 or email programming@verite.in See more details Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour February 12, 2020 @ 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 See more details Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group February 12, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 12, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details Dance for Teens with Madda Dance for Teens with Madda February 12, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm New Creation Dance Studio NEW!* Dance for Teens: with Madda at New at New Creation Studio. Wednesdays from 4-5.30pm See more details Kathak Dance classes by Yogini Gandhi Kathak Dance classes by Yogini Gandhi February 12, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Sawchu Bharat Nivas Commencing in December Minimum commitment of 3 months Registration required by the 1st of December Kindly email: yoginigandhi@gmail.com This is a beginners class. Individual classes available for intermediate and advance studies. See more details Essays on the Gita Essays on the Gita February 12, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Essays on the Gita, led by Shraddhavan See more details Dance Contemporary with Kartick Dance Contemporary with Kartick February 12, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Creation Dance Studio See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 12, 2020 @ 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... See more details MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women February 12, 2020 @ 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. See more details Contemporary Dance with Gopal Dalami Contemporary Dance with Gopal Dalami February 12, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm cripa ,kalabhumi , Auroville " New in Cripa! Surya performance lab proposes contemporary dance classes directed by Gopal Dalami , a professional contemporary dancer and Actor , currently performing in the show "VAST" with Thierry Moucazambo and directed by Philippe Pelen Baldini . Contemporary dance : Body awareness, experience of the space, rhythm, improvisation , expression through movements and choreography. Open to all levels Contribution per class : 50 rs for Aurovilian and new comers, 150 rs for volunteers, 300 rs for guests. Contact : 8800929496 8076833991 Email : gopaldalami@gmail.com" See more details Spontaneous Singing Spontaneous Singing February 12, 2020 @ 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 See more details Salsa with Stephanie Salsa with Stephanie February 12, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Beginners: 6-7pm Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in See more details Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya February 12, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Budokan Dehashakti Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan (Dehashakti) with Murugan and Surya: New class for Beginners & All levels on Wednesday evening 6.30 to 7:30 pm. We have restarted our Martial Art practice with a new class for Beginners & all levels with Murugan; Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. See more details Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids February 12, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 12, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate February 12, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Intermediate class from 7-7:30 Open to All See more details Tango Tango February 12, 2020 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm SAWCHU “Practica” (practice space open to all tango dancers) See more details Dance: VAST a contemporary dance theatre… Dance: VAST a contemporary dance theatre performance February 12, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Bharat Nivas, The Pavilion of India Presented by Surya Performance Lab under Auroville Art Service in partnership with SAIIER, Ritam and Svaram Performers Gopal Dalami & Thierry Moucazambo Director & Choregrapher: Philippe Pelen Baldini www>surya-performance-lab.com See more details Music: Baithak Impromptu musical evening… Music: Baithak Impromptu musical evenings with Nadaka & Guest artists February 12, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Unity Pavilion, Auroville Every 2nd week Wednesdays 8pm: January 29 February 12 & 26 March 11 & 25 See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 12, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	13 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 13, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 13, 2020 @ 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 See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 13, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 13, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Thursday 7.30am – 8.30am 24 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 13, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 13, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 13, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) February 13, 2020 @ 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... See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 13, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 13, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony February 13, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 13, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 13, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details The English of Savitri The English of Savitri February 13, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India The English of Savitri, led by Shraddhavan See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 13, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres February 13, 2020 @ 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. See more details Express your inner with colours at CREEV… Express your inner with colours at CREEVA with Helgard February 13, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist Helgard: tel: 9486534326 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Gurdjieff Movements - Group Work Gurdjieff Movements - Group Work February 13, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CRIPA Hall Gurdjieff Movements known as "Sacred Dances" are a powerful tool for inner and outer awareness. The focus will be on group movements. This class is for regular practitioners. If you want to join Please contact Yoffi Organizing Group: cripa Email: sweet.yoffi@gmail.com See more details Meditation Meditation February 13, 2020 @ 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. See more details Dance Contact Improv Jam Dance Contact Improv Jam February 13, 2020 @ 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 See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 13, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion drumming and dinner African Pavilion drumming and dinner February 13, 2020 @ 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! See more details Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting February 13, 2020 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 See more details Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) February 13, 2020 @ 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. See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 13, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details Dance: VAST a contemporary dance theatre… Dance: VAST a contemporary dance theatre performance February 13, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Bharat Nivas, The Pavilion of India Presented by Surya Performance Lab under Auroville Art Service in partnership with SAIIER, Ritam and Svaram Performers Gopal Dalami & Thierry Moucazambo Director & Choregrapher: Philippe Pelen Baldini www>surya-performance-lab.com See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 13, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	14 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 14, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 14, 2020 @ 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. See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 14, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Friday 7.30am – 8.30am 108 Form See more details Rise and Shine Dance Rise and Shine Dance February 14, 2020 @ 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. See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 14, 2020 @ 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 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 14, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 14, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 14, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC February 14, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp See more details Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz &qu… Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz "Bangla Time Travel" February 14, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm European House, International Zone, Auroville Show presented by the German Pavilion and the European House. On Saturdays and Sundays on appointment for groups, call Birgitta +919442300574 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 14, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids February 14, 2020 @ 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 See more details Body Awareness & relaxation with Han… Body Awareness & relaxation with Hans February 14, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Verite Big Hall New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details The Eco Film Club The Eco Film Club February 14, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sadhana Forest Sadhana Forest, November 2nd, Friday Schedule of Events: 4:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Tour 4:30 pm: Tour of Sadhana Forest 6:00 pm: Free bus from Solar Kitchen to Sadhana Forest for the Eco Film Club 6:30 pm: Eco Film Club begins with "previews" of short Sadhana Forest films 8:00 pm: Dinner is served 9:30 pm: Free bus from Sadhana Forest back to Solar Kitchen Before the movie, at exactly 4:30pm you are welcome to join us for a full tour of Sadhana Forest and an update of our most recent work! After the film, you are welcome to join us for a free 100% vegan organic dinner! **Note: Families and children are welcome! Dinner for children will be served at 7pm :) See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 14, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 14, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details IMPROV at SAWCHU IMPROV at SAWCHU February 14, 2020 @ 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). See more details 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms February 14, 2020 @ 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 See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 14, 2020 @ 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... See more details Board Game evening Board Game evening February 14, 2020 @ 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. See more details Holistic Singing classes Holistic Singing classes February 14, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm New Creation Studio Auroville A vocal and Sound practices class to explore the impacts of sounds and vocal expression on your inner balance. contact Caroline: 7397716578 See more details Traditional Sanskrit Chanting Traditional Sanskrit Chanting February 14, 2020 @ 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joy Community Thursday (beginers) and Friday (regular class) 8940288090 See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 14, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details OM Choir OM Choir February 14, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ashram School, Pondicherry The voice that chants to the creator Fire, The symbolled OM, the great assenting Word" See more details Tango Dance Class Tango Dance Class February 14, 2020 @ 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. See more details Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC Aurofilm: Screening of film at MMC February 14, 2020 @ 7:45 pm - 10:15 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	15 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 15, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 15, 2020 @ 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 See more details Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 15, 2020 @ 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. See more details Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class February 15, 2020 @ 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 See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 15, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Saturday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 15, 2020 @ 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 See more details Figurative Life Drawing with Lakshay at … Figurative Life Drawing with Lakshay at CREEVA February 15, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am CREEVA Creativity Art Studio With Lakshay Tel: 9810052574 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 at Creativity Community. See more details Painting Exhibition "Art for Land&q… Painting Exhibition "Art for Land"- Pondicherry February 15, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 6:30 pm Aurodhan Art Gallery - Pondicherry 605012 at 33, Francois Martin Street, Kurchikuppam Inauguration at 6:30pm by Chaman Lal Ji and Toine van Megen Between 10th to 15th of February by Audrey & Sathya Opening hours: from 9:30am to 1pm & 2pm to 6:30pm For enquiries: Lalit Verma ph: 0413 2222795 / 2222449 Email: manager@aurodhan.com See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 15, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Painting exhibition on Savitri by Mayaur… Painting exhibition on Savitri by Mayaura February 15, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Bhumika Hall at Bharat Nivas , Auroville See more details East Asian Tea Gathering East Asian Tea Gathering February 15, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Swayam With Isha - Book: 0413-2622192 See more details Body Awareness & relaxation with Han… Body Awareness & relaxation with Hans February 15, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Verite Big Hall New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details The Forest Moot: gathering for trees and… The Forest Moot: gathering for trees and forests lovers February 15, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Auroville Botanical Gardens 3pm: opening 3:30pm "colours of feelings" by Keiko 4pm Presentation of "Voice of Sentient Highland" by Godwin Vasanth Bosco 4:30pm Tour of the Botanical Garden 5pm Music 6:50pm Screening of Ever Slow Green a film by Christoph Pohl 7:45pm Dinner - by pre-booking See more details Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jy… Painting exhibition by Nathalie & Jyoti February 15, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Artwork with belongings of The Mother. Exhibition for the Lands of Auroville See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 15, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details Saturday Children's Film Saturday Children's Film February 15, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cinema Paradiso Multimedia Center (MMC) Auditorium Children’s Film - Sunday 18 November, 4:30pm• DESPICABLE ME 3 USA, 2017, Dir: Kyle Balda, w/ Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker and others, Animation, 89mins, English w/English subtitles, Rated: PG See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 15, 2020 @ 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 See more details Focused Dance Improv with Tahir Focused Dance Improv with Tahir February 15, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India We will explore dance improvisation with a different focus every time. All are welcome See more details Opening Exhibition; Auroville Papers Opening Exhibition; Auroville Papers February 15, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville AUROVILLE PAPERS invite you to the inauguration of their exhibition“just paper” on the 15th of February 2020 between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Exhibition open from 15th to 29th of February 2020 Gallery Timings: 9 am till 4.30 am, daily including weekends See more details Inauguration Painting exhibition by Birg… Inauguration Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz "Bangla Time Travel" February 15, 2020 @ 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm European House, International Zone, Auroville Birgitta will talk about her experience in Bangladesh See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 15, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Inner Dance and Meditation Inner Dance and Meditation February 15, 2020 @ 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 See more details Satsang led Satsang led February 15, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Satsang led by Ashesh Joshi See more details Salsa with Mani-All Levels Salsa with Mani-All Levels February 15, 2020 @ 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. See more details Music: Hari-Prasad at Aurodhan Pondicher… Music: Hari-Prasad at Aurodhan Pondicherry February 15, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Aurodhan, 33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Puducherry, 605002, India See more details Theatre: Flying Chariot(s) - Pondicherry Theatre: Flying Chariot(s) - Pondicherry February 15, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Alliance Francaise Pondichery, Suffren St, Duppuypet, Puducherry, 605001, India Flying Chariot(s) will also be performed at Alliance française de Pondichéry on the 15th of February at 7pm. ENTRY FREE. FIRST COME FIRST. See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 15, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details Kathak Dance offering for Auroville Land… Kathak Dance offering for Auroville Land by Yogini "Vasundhara" February 15, 2020 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 15, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	16 Body fitness & Self-defence class Body fitness & Self-defence class February 16, 2020 @ 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 See more details Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 16, 2020 @ 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. See more details Exhibition; Auroville Papers Exhibition; Auroville Papers February 16, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, AUROVILLE PAPERS invite you to the inauguration of their exhibition“just paper” on the 15th of February 2020 between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Exhibition open from 15th to 29th of February 2020 Gallery Timings: 9 am till 4.30 am, daily including weekends See more details Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a… Leela, the Game of the Self Knowledge (a 2000 years old game!): February 16, 2020 @ 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 See more details Savitri Study Circle Savitri Study Circle February 16, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Savitri Study Circle See more details Hip Hop Dance with Vijay Hip Hop Dance with Vijay February 16, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kuilapalayam Creative Centre For more information: 9843195290 (Selveraj of KCC)/ 9786167917 (Sundar K, Aspiration) See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP for children Screening of film at MMC/CP for children February 16, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 16, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 16, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • •
17 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 17, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 17, 2020 @ 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. See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 17, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 17, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Monday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Monday 8.30am – 9.30am 24 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 17, 2020 @ 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 See more details Exhibition; Auroville Papers Exhibition; Auroville Papers February 17, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, AUROVILLE PAPERS invite you to the inauguration of their exhibition“just paper” on the 15th of February 2020 between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Exhibition open from 15th to 29th of February 2020 Gallery Timings: 9 am till 4.30 am, daily including weekends See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 17, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 17, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz &qu… Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz "Bangla Time Travel" February 17, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm European House, International Zone, Auroville Show presented by the German Pavilion and the European House. On Saturdays and Sundays on appointment for groups, call Birgitta +919442300574 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 17, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Kids February 17, 2020 @ 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 See more details Vocal Yoga Class Vocal Yoga Class February 17, 2020 @ 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. See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 17, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Kids Dance in New Creation Kids Dance in New Creation February 17, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Kids dance in New creation: Monday 3-4 pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.30 am Thank you! Ulrike Urvasi See more details Creative Writing Creative Writing February 17, 2020 @ 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. See more details Odissi Dance Class Odissi Dance Class February 17, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Progress Hall: (Old Library Block) by Aglla See more details Meditations with Hymns Meditations with Hymns February 17, 2020 @ 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 See more details Gurdjieff Movements Gurdjieff Movements February 17, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CRIPA Hall Gurdjieff Movements known as "Sacred Dances" are a powerful tool for inner and outer awareness. The practice makes it possible to become free of the automatism and habits of our body, emotions and mind. By moving differently than we usually do, we experience new qualities of energy and meet ourselves in new ways. Organizing Group: CRIPA Email: sweet.yoffi@gmail.com See more details Approach to Watercolor through landscape… Approach to Watercolor through landscapes at CREEVA with A.Sathya February 17, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist A.Sathya: tel: 9486145072 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Dance Offering with Dariya Dance Offering with Dariya February 17, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India Contact: 0413-2622045 or 7094104329 See more details 5 Rhythms 5 Rhythms February 17, 2020 @ 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. See more details SAWCHU Capoeira SAWCHU Capoeira February 17, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sri Aurobindo World Center for Human Unity Conducted by Sam and his team. for more info: bharatnivas@auroville.org.in See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) - Adult February 17, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm SAWCHU, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Classes open to all levels, led by Prof. Samuka da Índia and his students. ● ADULT CLASSES >> Monday: 5 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: capoeira@auroville.org.in \| www.ginga-saroba.com \| 9488328435 See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 17, 2020 @ 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... See more details MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women February 17, 2020 @ 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. See more details Dance Music & Yoga - Aurodhan Pondic… Dance Music & Yoga - Aurodhan Pondicherry February 17, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Krtashraya aurodhan garden, Vaithikuppam, Puducherry, 605003, India See more details Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids February 17, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio See more details Dance classe: Bal Folk with Lucile - wee… Dance classe: Bal Folk with Lucile - weekly February 17, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Progress Hall, Bharat Nivas Group traditional dances from Europe. close shoes are recommended and your own water bottle Organizing Group: Bharat Nivas Email: lucilepinteaux@gmail.com See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 17, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class Argentine Tango Beginners Dance Class February 17, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Windarra farms, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605009, India No partner is necessary. Please bring socks or dance shoes. More info: jorge@auroville.org.in See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 17, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	18 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 18, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 18, 2020 @ 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 See more details Savitri in the morning Savitri in the morning February 18, 2020 @ 6:45 am - 7:45 am Courage, Auroville, India Reading of Savitri. Contact pat@auroville.org.in, or ramanarayana@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 18, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Tuesday 7.30am – 8.30am Chi Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am 108 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 18, 2020 @ 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 See more details Inner Work Workshop Inner Work Workshop February 18, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Tamil Nadu 605101, India For those who are new to Yoga, from 8.45 to 9 am there will be a brief presentation on Yoga and Spirituality.) Focus this week on: 'Practice - the Sunlit Path' Led by Ashesh Joshi (Contact: 9489147202, 0413 2622922). No Registration required (except for groups). Fees: Voluntary Contribution. All are welcome For details on the Integral Yoga and the upcoming workshops: please visit www.integralyoga-auroville.com. See more details Exhibition; Auroville Papers Exhibition; Auroville Papers February 18, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, AUROVILLE PAPERS invite you to the inauguration of their exhibition“just paper” on the 15th of February 2020 between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Exhibition open from 15th to 29th of February 2020 Gallery Timings: 9 am till 4.30 am, daily including weekends See more details Introduction to Integral Yoga Introduction to Integral Yoga February 18, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Introduction to Integral Yoga, led by Ashesh Joshi See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 18, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) February 18, 2020 @ 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... See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 18, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz &qu… Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz "Bangla Time Travel" February 18, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm European House, International Zone, Auroville Show presented by the German Pavilion and the European House. On Saturdays and Sundays on appointment for groups, call Birgitta +919442300574 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 18, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Sketchers Group Sketchers Group February 18, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm • NEW TIMINGS Sketchers Group at ARTOMIC:An invitation to stop, observe, draw, enjoy landscape. ARTOMIC is starting a playful friendly group linked by the passion of urban and nature sketching. Join us once a week. Tuesdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm or Fridays from 10am to 12pm. Location: AV Natural spots - will vary. Please contact ARTomic (Clara): +917639065609. We will keep connected by WhatsApp See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 18, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138 See more details Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group February 18, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations See more details L’Agenda de Mère L’Agenda de Mère February 18, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India L’Agenda de Mère,listening to recordings with Gangalakshmi See more details Feminine Dance Feminine Dance February 18, 2020 @ 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 See more details Sharing with pioneers Sharing with pioneers February 18, 2020 @ 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. See more details Mudra-Chi led Mudra-Chi led February 18, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Mudra-Chi led by Anandi See more details Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 18, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Aspiration Kshetra Kalari @ Aspiration Sports Ground KALARIPPAYATTU CLASSES: New classes of Kalarippayattu have started in the new ASPIRATION KSHETRA KALARI at Aspiration Sports ground. Contact numbers: 9042009200 / 9585153355 - Kalari Class for Beginners: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evening classes 5.00 – 6.00 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - Kalari Classes for advanced people: Morning classes 6.30 – 7.30 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 18, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) Let us learn Savitri Together (in Tamil) February 18, 2020 @ 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 See more details Blessed Souls Blessed Souls February 18, 2020 @ 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. See more details Qi-Gong with Andres Qi-Gong with Andres February 18, 2020 @ 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. See more details OM Choir OM Choir February 18, 2020 @ 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India OM Choir See more details Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) Capoeira (Group Ginga Saroba) February 18, 2020 @ 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 See more details Salsa with Mani Salsa with Mani February 18, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio Beginners 6-7pm, Advanced 7-8pm See more details Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) Auroville Aikido (Tanseikai group) February 18, 2020 @ 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. See more details Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the Nationa… Theatre:Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India February 18, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adishakti Laboratory for Theatre Arts & Research, Edayanchavady Road, Vanur Taluk, Auroville Post, Irumbai Panchayat, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605101, India We are very happy to announce that Adishakti is hosting the National School of Drama's 21st Bharat Rang Mahotsav, International Theatre Festival of India, for the first time at its campus from 12 to 18 February, 2020. The shows start at 7pm. Preceded by Ambient performances, outdoors. Entry free Entry cards will be available at Adishakti from 8th February between 10am to 5pm and one hour before the show at the auditorium. See more details Dance & Music: Pancha Bhuta Dance & Music: Pancha Bhuta February 18, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Auditorium, Bharat Nivas We will be very happy to have your presence on coming Tuesday 18th February at 8 pm at the Auditorium of Bharat Nivas. Odissi performance, a choreography on 5 Elements - PANCHA BHUTA - we are born out of these 5 elements, in harmony with these 5 elements human beings live in good health and peace and we are surrounded by them and we go back to them at the end. So looking forward to see you all on 18th February. See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 18, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	19 Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners Kalarippayattu Classes-Beginners February 19, 2020 @ 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 See more details Qi Gong Qi Gong February 19, 2020 @ 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. See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 19, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Tai Chi Hall, Sharnga, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30am 127 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 19, 2020 @ 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 See more details Exhibition; Auroville Papers Exhibition; Auroville Papers February 19, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, AUROVILLE PAPERS invite you to the inauguration of their exhibition“just paper” on the 15th of February 2020 between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Exhibition open from 15th to 29th of February 2020 Gallery Timings: 9 am till 4.30 am, daily including weekends See more details Workshop by Mediclown Workshop by Mediclown February 19, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CRIPA at Kalabhumi, Auroville RELIEVE YOUR SERIOSITY! Wed. Feb. 19th @ CRIPA - KALABHUMI, AUROVILLE 9 am - 12 pm Have fun and learn: Self-care through laughter, music, juggling, and play To use laughter and play as a tool for healing To stimulate creativity and imagination through play To lower stress How MeDiClowing is now a career and being used as an adjunct to traditional medicine Limited Seats (Register Now) Contribution: Rs 400 Guests - Rs 200 SAVI volunteers - donation Aurovilians and Newcomers FOR REGISTRATION WhatsApp: +91 80987 96955 See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 19, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 19, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz &qu… Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz "Bangla Time Travel" February 19, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm European House, International Zone, Auroville Show presented by the German Pavilion and the European House. On Saturdays and Sundays on appointment for groups, call Birgitta +919442300574 See more details Kids Dance Kids Dance February 19, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am New Creation Guest House, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Monday 3-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:s0 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 19, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Mandala practice Mandala practice February 19, 2020 @ 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/ See more details Flamenco by Lola Flamenco by Lola February 19, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CRIPA Flamenco by Lola Intermediate: 2:30-3:30pm BEGINNER: 3.30 to 4.30pm. WELCOME!! See more details Painting at CREEVA with Aparajita "… Painting at CREEVA with Aparajita "Exploring Music, Mantras and Colours" February 19, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Creativity, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India With artist Aparajita: tel: 8860811953 All classes & workshops will be in Creativity art studio. Art materials will be provided for all our activities. For volunteers & guests fixed contribution. • Please confirm your presence with the artists at least one day before. • Age limits 11 years old onwards can attend the classes. Be on time. • For all the well wishers who want get to know more information about CREEVA are welcome to our internal meeting 10am Monday at the studio. See more details Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil Dance Mantra Meditation with Nikhil February 19, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Vérité Guest House, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111, India For more info (+91) 413 2622045 or email programming@verite.in See more details Sacred Groves - Guided Tour Sacred Groves - Guided Tour February 19, 2020 @ 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 See more details Artomic Sketchers Group Artomic Sketchers Group February 19, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Contact: ARTOmic (Clara) on Whatsapp +917639065609 for varied locations See more details Dance for Teens with Madda Dance for Teens with Madda February 19, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm New Creation Dance Studio NEW!* Dance for Teens: with Madda at New at New Creation Studio. Wednesdays from 4-5.30pm See more details Kathak Dance classes by Yogini Gandhi Kathak Dance classes by Yogini Gandhi February 19, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Sawchu Bharat Nivas Commencing in December Minimum commitment of 3 months Registration required by the 1st of December Kindly email: yoginigandhi@gmail.com This is a beginners class. Individual classes available for intermediate and advance studies. See more details Essays on the Gita Essays on the Gita February 19, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Savitri Bhavan, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville, Puducherry 605101, India Essays on the Gita, led by Shraddhavan See more details Dance Contemporary with Kartick Dance Contemporary with Kartick February 19, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Creation Dance Studio See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) Kolangal DD in Douceur(Ko-Dance classes) February 19, 2020 @ 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... See more details MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defenc… MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Self-Defence for Women February 19, 2020 @ 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. See more details Contemporary Dance with Gopal Dalami Contemporary Dance with Gopal Dalami February 19, 2020 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm cripa ,kalabhumi , Auroville " New in Cripa! Surya performance lab proposes contemporary dance classes directed by Gopal Dalami , a professional contemporary dancer and Actor , currently performing in the show "VAST" with Thierry Moucazambo and directed by Philippe Pelen Baldini . Contemporary dance : Body awareness, experience of the space, rhythm, improvisation , expression through movements and choreography. Open to all levels Contribution per class : 50 rs for Aurovilian and new comers, 150 rs for volunteers, 300 rs for guests. Contact : 8800929496 8076833991 Email : gopaldalami@gmail.com" See more details Spontaneous Singing Spontaneous Singing February 19, 2020 @ 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 See more details Salsa with Stephanie Salsa with Stephanie February 19, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Beginners: 6-7pm Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in See more details Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya Auroville Aikido with Murugan and Surya February 19, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Budokan Dehashakti Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan (Dehashakti) with Murugan and Surya: New class for Beginners & All levels on Wednesday evening 6.30 to 7:30 pm. We have restarted our Martial Art practice with a new class for Beginners & all levels with Murugan; Please be at the Dojo/Budokan 10-15 min. before the class starts. Welcome to watch a class before you join. Beginners may wear long loose pants & t-shirt with sleeves for the start (no tight fitting please) then a white “keikogi” will be required –we have some. For all activities at the AV Budokan: Health Fund or private insurance necessary – Reasonable contribution for the Dojo is required. For Children classes and more info, please write to budokan@auroville.org.in or contact Surya: 0413-2623-813 or 9655-485487; Murugan: 9952-812843. See more details Hip Hop Dance for Kids Hip Hop Dance for Kids February 19, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Creation Dance Studio HipHop for school kids with Kani at New Creation dance studio See more details Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate Salsa at African Pavilion- Intermediate February 19, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm African pavilion auroville, 12°00'21. 79°48'09., 9"E, 1st Cross Rd, M G R Nagar, Mothilal Nagar, Marie Oulgaret, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605009, India Contact: Steph@auroville.org.in Intermediate class from 7-7:30 Open to All See more details Tango Tango February 19, 2020 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm SAWCHU “Practica” (practice space open to all tango dancers) See more details Screening of film at MMC/CP Screening of film at MMC/CP February 19, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town Hall, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •	20 Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan Auroville Aikido at Auroville Budokan February 20, 2020 @ 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. See more details Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced Kalarippayattu Classes - Advanced February 20, 2020 @ 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 See more details Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Han… Art of Chi & Body Awareness with Hans February 20, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Behind Neem tree cafe - Park New classes Art of Chi & Body Awareness Monday 7-8am, Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 7-8 am. Park at Neem tree cafe, enter path on left side. The Art of Body awareness & relaxation @ Verité big hall regular classes open to all on Fridays and Saturdays 2.30-4.30pm. For info, contact Hans via bodyawareness@auroville.org.in See more details Tai Chi Classes Tai Chi Classes February 20, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Sharnga, Tai Chi Hall, Auroville There has been a slight change in our organisation of our daily classes. On Tuesday, from 8.30-9.30 we practice the 108 form (not the 24 form) and on Thursday, from 7.30-8.30 we practice the 24 form (not the 108 form). Slight change in organisation of classes @ Tai Chi Hall Thursday 7.30am – 8.30am 24 Form See more details Exhibitions of paintings, photographs an… Exhibitions of paintings, photographs and texts February 20, 2020 @ 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 See more details Exhibition; Auroville Papers Exhibition; Auroville Papers February 20, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville, AUROVILLE PAPERS invite you to the inauguration of their exhibition“just paper” on the 15th of February 2020 between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Kalakendra Gallery, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Exhibition open from 15th to 29th of February 2020 Gallery Timings: 9 am till 4.30 am, daily including weekends See more details African Pavilion workshop Mask Making African Pavilion workshop Mask Making February 20, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm African Pavilion Please choose 2 non-consecutive days and contribute to the material provided. Registration: +919080159721 africa@auroville.org.in See more details Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing cla… Kolangal DD in Douceur(Kolam Drawing classes) February 20, 2020 @ 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... See more details Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundra… Photo & Mask exhibition & Fundraiser: Usovera (True Face) February 20, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm International Space at Bharat Nivas Premiere: Friday, January 31 st 3pm-5pm Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm Ends: March 6 th 2020 Masks by CENTOCANI Photos by Sri Kolari, Elisa & Igor There will be a live demonstration by CENTOCANI themselves and prints for sale. All proceeds go toward future cultural programs and developments at African Pavilion. See more details Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz &qu… Painting exhibition by Birgitta Volz "Bangla Time Travel" February 20, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm European House, International Zone, Auroville Show presented by the German Pavilion and the European House. On Saturdays and Sundays on appointment for groups, call Birgitta +919442300574 See more details Art For Land event & exhibition Art For Land event & exhibition February 20, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Unity Pavilion, International Zone, Auroville More than 90 artists have donated their art See more details Taiwanese Tea Ceremony Taiwanese Tea Ceremony February 20, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Unity Pavilion - Hall of Peace Sign up: 0413-2623576 See more details Open studio at Creeva Open studio at Creeva February 20, 2020 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm CREEVA at Creativity art studio Open studio. Studio will be open and art materials are available to use for those who would love to come and explore art making. Age limit is 11 years onwards. Fixed contribution for guests and volunteers. Please confirm your presence at least one day in advance. Schedule: Tuesdays to Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm. For more info contact Aparajita at +91 8860811953 & Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 2:30pm - 4.30pm For more info contact Dawa at +91 7639719138