Srimadvadiraja Kala Mahotsava

28th Dec. 2011 to 8th Jan. 2012

At Chandrashekhara Bharathi Kalyana Mantapa Premises,

Behind Bangalore Gayana Samaja, Shankarapuram, Bangalore.

Every evening from 28th to 6th- 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm : Haikatha by St. Bhadragiri Achyuta Das on “Indian Saints” and “Srinivasa Kalyana”.

Concerts from 6:30 pm onwards
28/12/11 Dance by Vid. Nirupama, Vid. Rajendra and troup
29/12/11 Carnatic vocal by Vid. Vijay Shiva
30/12/11 Carnatic vocal by Vid. R K Srikantan
31/12/11 Hindustani vocal by Pt. Venkatesh Kumar
01/01/12 Musical drama – “Naada” composed by Vid. R. K. Padmanabha
02/01/12 Carnatic violin by Mysore Brothers
03/01/12 Jugalbandi by Vid. Sriram Parashuram and Vid. Anuradha
04/01/12 Carnatic vocal by Vid. Gayatri Venkataraghavan
05/01/12 Raga based film-songs by Vid. MD Pallavi and Vid. R.K.Padmanabha
06/01/12 Carnatic Saxophone by Vid. Kadri Gopalnath

7th and 8th Jan. – 24hrs recital by various well-known artists starting from 7th 8am to 8th 8am followed by group recital.

Nirantharam 2012

Sangeetha Sambhrama presents Nirantharam - A week long Music and Dance Festival at Chowdiah Memorial Hall.

Click on Image above for Program details. Entry free.

Sri Rama Lalitha Kala Mandira: Carnatic Music Feast Jan 2012

All concerts begin at 6:00pm at Sri Rama Lalitha Kala Mandira (Sri Devagiri Sangeetha Sabhangana)

1.1. 2012

Aishwarya Shankar - B. Vittala Rangan - Akshay Anand

2.1.2012

Prince Ramavarma - Balu Raghuraman - C. Cheluvaraju - B. Bhagyalakshmi.

3.1.2012

D.B. Ashwin, Prema Vivek, B.C. Manjunath

6.1.2012

V. Vijay Arun (Carnatic guitar) - H.N. Smitha B.S. Anand – Narayanaswamy

7.1.2012

Vani Satish - B.K. Raghu - V. Krishna

8.1.2012

Ramakrishnan Murthy - Charulatha Ramanujam - Arjun Kumar

9.1.2012

Sandeep Narayan - V. Nalina Mohan H.N.Sudarshan Chakravarthy

10.1.2012

Addor Sudarshan - Mysore V. Srikanth -M.T. Rajakesari - G. Guruprasanna

11.1.2012

L.V.Mukund (Flute) -Mathur R. Srinidhi
A. Renuka Prasad

12.1.2012
N.R. Prashanth - Charulatha Ramanujam - Tumkur B. Ravishankar

Chennai Book Fair 2012

Date: 5th Jan 2012 to 17th Jan 2012
Place: St. Georges's Anglo Indian School, opposite to Pachiappas college
Timings: Weekdays: 3 to 9pm , Holidays: 11am to 9pm

Christmas Carnival @ Mantri Square

Mantri Square turns into Disneyland

Join in the celebrations as Bangalore's favourite mall turns into a fantasy land from 15th Dec 2011 to 1st Jan 2012.


Mantri Square is the place to be in this Christmas!! The first time Bangalore will be having a Disney Christmas. For two whole weeks this Christmas, starting from 15th December 2011 to 1st January 2012, Mantri Square will turn into Disneyland!! Giving each and every shopper a chance to experience a magical Disney Christmas Carnival. What's more, you can also win a holiday to Disneyland Hongkong for your family. And other exciting prizes. Enter the mall to enjoy the Disney décor. From snowflakes with adorable Disney characters - Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse to a unique Sleeping Beauty themed Grotto for Santa Claus to visit. A whole host of fun, games and activities are planned from 21st Dec to 1st Jan.

A real life Princess Cinderella with her Prince Charming will visit the mall on Wednesday 21st Dec. Come and get a photo with her. Or watch her waltz with Prince Charming.

For little girls, a chance to become their favorite Princess. Come to the Disney Princess Zone at the central atrium and dress up like one of your their favourite Disney Princesses.
For young men, a chance to show their super- hero skills. Visit the Marvel Action Hero zone at mall entrance and get a chance to do many heroic acts. From climbing our artificial wall to a chance to show their super powers.

To participate in both the above activities, all that you need to do is shop for a minimum of Rs.1,500 at Mantri Square mall, collect the activity coupon at the mall information desk and get an opportunity to become a Disney Princess or a Marvel superhero.

There are many more fun and games for kids all over the mall. Exciting Mickey & Friends games are scheduled from the 24th of December to 1st January 2012. Games like Disney Xmas Art Attack are the perfect place to show your art and craft talent. You can also learn to ‘Make your own Mickey Mouse Wrist Watch’, Feed Mickey and play Disney Musical chairs. Little girls can also get a chance to make their own Dsiney Princess jewellery and jewellery box and much more. Adventure enthusiastic kids can make their own superhero cape and shield. And also make their own superhero comic strip story. Check information desk for more details and activity schedule or call 080 3016 0000.

From 22nd Dec to 1st Jan, you can also meet Santa Claus at the mall. Shop for Rs. 500 and get a chance to take a picture with Santa and get your own special Disney photo frame with it.

Weekends at Mantri Square during this time have been planned with something special for everyone. A magic show by Kruti Parekh, Storytelling sessions by Blue Umbrellas, a dazzling Princess pageant for all our beautiful Princesses and lots more!! A special Ball room dance show has also been organised during the week of the festival.

Visit Mantri Square and enjoy a truly fun-filled Disney Christmas!

		22nd Dec - 1st Jan
		Santa's Grotto	Princess
Central Atrium	12:00	Feed Mickey and his hungry friends	Discover the Princess in You
Central Atrium	13:00	Find the Christmas Goodies	Make your Own Princess Jewellery
Central Atrium	14:00	Test your aim	Princess Trinket Box
Central Atrium	15:00	Mickey and Friends battle for victory	Gift Rapunzel Coloured Hair-
Central Atrium	16:00	Disney Tic Tac Toe	Make your own fairy flower crown
Central Atrium	17:00	Do the Mickey Mouse Christmas Twister	Decorate your Christmas Stockings
Central Atrium	18:00	Christmas Carol karaoke / Weekend Act	Princess Puzzles
Central Atrium	19:00	Story Telling	Make Anklets and Bracelets with beads to spell your name
Outside Mall		Marvel
Outside Mall		Display your superhero talent
Outside Mall		Rockclimbing
Outside Mall		Display your superhero talent
	Art & Craft Zone
	Dates: 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 December
		Activity	Activity
2nd Floor	12:00	Make Princess-Crown Book Marks	Spot the Difference
2nd Floor	13:00	Phineas & Ferb Friendship bands	Phineas & Ferb Maze
2nd Floor	14:00	Make your own fairy wings	Join the Dots
2nd Floor	15:00	Color your own Superhero -	Mickey bushel basket Toss
2nd Floor	16:00	Beauty & the Beast Rose Making	Destroy Dr. Heinz
2nd Floor	17:00	Create your superhero Identity	Test your Memory
2nd Floor	18:00	Fairy God Mothers Wand	Mickey & Friends Christmas Maze
2nd Floor	19:00	Create your very own Snow-white's Dwarf "HAPPY"	Easy Home Experiments
	Dates: 24, 26, 28, 30 December & 1 January
		Activity	Activity
2nd Floor	12:00	Mickey and Mini Pen-Stands	Make your way through the Dr. Doofenshmirtz Maze
2nd Floor	13:00	Design you own shield	Gizmo Time
2nd Floor	14:00	Color Mickey Mouse	Mickey & Friends Maze
2nd Floor	15:00	Make your own Comic Strip	The Smart Superheroes
2nd Floor	16:00	Mickey-Cap/Hair-Band	Test Your Memory
2nd Floor	17:00	Make your own Spiderman Mask	Help Captain America Solve the Puzzle
2nd Floor	18:00	Make your own Logo Wrist Watch	Spot the Difference
2nd Floor	19:00	Make your own Superhero Cape	Which Superhero are you?

The Ramayana Carnival

Dhaatu Center for Sharing

presents

The Ramayana Carnival

On Sunday the 1st of January 2012

At The National College Grounds, Basavanagudi

From 10:30 am to 6:30 pm

Event organised by - Adamya Chetana, Bengaluru

All are welcome – Free Entry! Don't forget your cameras

Events

1. Doll display & story-telling

2. Bharata's walkway - for you to experience

3. Puppet shows

4. Dhanurvidya area

5. Dances & songs

6. Quiz

7. Art activity

8. Write Ramayana on the wall

9. Sculpture counter

10. Ramayana puppets of Asia

11. Movies on Ramayana

12. Books on Ramayana

13 . Masks & more

For details contact dhaatu@gmail.com or 65683396

Christmas Camp @ HideandPeek

The Powwow Club is holding a week-long Christmas celebrations at Hide & Peek, Jayamahal Extn., from 19th Dec to 23rd Dec, 10 - 11 am.

Registration fees: Rs.1000 for 5 days or Rs.300 for single session.
Please call Vaishali @96862 45022... or Hide N Peek @+91 99 456 00805.

Monday, 19th Dec
Theme: winter

Activities:
1. A story in mime about sharing.
2. Game - a. snowball match
b. sledging relay race
3. Winter worksheet that will teach children more about the season and its components in a fun way.


Tuesday, 20th Dec
Theme: what is Christmas?

Activities:
1.Story: Nativity Scene : the birth of Christ
A puppet show with song and dance
2. Christmas Pageant - children will dress up and act as characters from the Nativity Play.
3. Craft - make a crown for the king/queen/wise man inside you and carry back home.


Wednesday, 21st Dec
Theme - gingerbread and baking

Activities:
1. Story: The Gingerbread Man
A reading with actions
2. Bake and decorate with icing, gingerbread man cookies.
3. Game: Catch me if you can.......
4. Craft: Make a mini Christmas sock and carry back home.


Thursday, 22nd Dec
Theme: symbols of Christmas - Christmas tree and St.Nicholas (Santa Claus)

Activities:
1. Story: A Christmas Dream
Story will be acted out in costume and with simple props.

2. Games: a. Naughty or Nice?
b. Treasure Hunt - help Santa recover presents, hidden all over the room.
3. Craft - children will help construct and decorate a Christmas Tree made with everything the Powwow Club stands for - books, music, art, craft.


Friday, 23rd Dec
Theme - Christmas party
An hour of fun with gifts, Santa's visit, games, carol singing, food and more!

Meet Cinderella

Meet Disney Princess Cinderella in the following cities at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm

Bangalore on December 21 at Mantri Square Mall, Malleswaram

New Delhi on December 23 at DLF Place, Saket

Hyderabad on December 25 at Inorbit Mall, Cyberabad

Chennai on December 28 at Skywalk mall, Poonamalee High Road

Mumbai on December 30 at Inorbit Mall, Malad (West)

Each show will comprise of storytelling session, Disney Princess makeover sessions, and a Waltz performance by Cinderella and Prince Charming, followed by a meet and greet with fans. Disney, in association with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of India, will also fulfill the wishes of 60 children suffering from life threatening illnesses.

Gemini Circus

The Circus is in town!

Venue: Opposite TV Tower, Palace Grounds

Daily 3 shows: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm

Ticket Pricing: Rs. 50, 100, 200, 300

Annual Cake Show 2011

With the season of carols, mistletoe’s and decorations kicking in, Bangaloreans will witness their first glimpse of the Christmas celebrations this year. The 37th Annual Cake Exhibition is held from December 16 to January 1 at the St.Joseph’s High School ground 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM . (Entry Charged)

Each of the 37 cake shows organised in the past have had one major attraction to entice the public. This year feast your eyes to the Bijapur Gol Gumbaz at Namma City.

The cake show will prove to be every child’s delight as there are plenty other cake attractions as well such as Metro Train, Barbie dolls, teddy bears, Formula One car, windmills and so on.
The cakes will be dismantled after the exhibition and distributed to different charitable organisations for children.

There will be quite a number of stalls selling plum cakes, chocolates, cookies, ice cream and other Christmas goodies.

4th Bengaluru International Film Festival

The 4^th edition of BIFFES, the annual Bengaluru International Film Festival, is resuming after a year's pause and scheduled to open on December 15, 2011 to bring to the city the best of cinema from around the world, along with seminars, presentations and Master Classes. When the 4^th BIFFES closes on December 22, 2011, it is envisaged that it would be firmly established as a special Bengaluru event and one of the premier film festivals of India.

Click schedule for the information on the various film screenings.

Live Kathakali and Kalaripayattu performances

The Grand Kerala Shopping Festival (GKSF) is organizing a special display of traditional Kerala art forms, with live Kathakali and Kalaripayattu performances at the Big Bazaar outlets in Banashankari and Old Madras Road. Scheduled from 5 pm to 9pm on both 20th December 2011 (Tue) and 21st December 2011 (Wed) , lucky shoppers also stand a chance to win exciting gifts sponsored by Big Bazaar and the GKSF.

Grape Stomping @ SPAR

SPAR Hypermarket, is all set to usher in Christmas this year with an exotic ‘Wine Festival’ at their Bannerghatta Road store on December 17th & 18^th 2011 between 11am-8pm. This two day ‘Wine Festival’ will include an experience of traditional, grape stomping and wine tasting. Customers can also get in-depth information on various wines on offer and learn about food pairing from the experts.

Silk Mark Expo 2011

Extended until 20th Dec!

Silk Lovers rejoice - The Annual Mark Expo is here!

Not just silk sarees, information on ways to test pure silk and tips to take care of silk materials will be available at the Expo.

Other notable features this year is a stall called ‘theme pavilion,’ where the consumers can themselves check if the silk is pure or not. Besides, the entire silk production process right from its planting, silk worm culture till the weaving will be demonstrated in the event. In addition to this, artisans from different states like Ujjain would be demonstrating the art of silk painting.

Apart from varieties of silk sarees and dress materials and other textiles coming from about 15 different Indian states - Benaras, Kanjivaram, Bandhini, Patola, Tussar, Muga,Crepe and Brocaded silks, various other exotic products like denims, photo frames, curtains, bags, wallets, scarfs, upholsteries, furnishings, shoes and sandals made out of silk will be on display at the 114 stalls in the six-day exhibition.

When: Dec 14- 19 2011 (Wed-Mon) 11am- 8pm

Where: Tripura Vasini, Palace Grounds.

Entry: Rs. 30 / person

There's also a Talent Show for kids on 18th Dec (Sun) 2011.

Go Crazy for Comedy

Crazy Mohan and troupe would be in town to stage two of their riotous comedy productions.
Catch the Sara Vedi Comedy !




Chocolate Krishna

On: 17 Dec 2011 ( Sat) | 7pm

At: Bangalore Gayana Samaj




Jurassic Baby

On: 17 Dec 2011 ( Sat) | 6pm

At: Bangalore Gayana Samaj


Tickets: Rs. 300, 500, 750, 1000, 1500

Matty’s Merry month

Matty’s Merry month will provide an opportunity for the kids to play, learn, encourage and participate. Come witness a host of fun games and a chance to win some exciting prizes at Hypercity. Several exciting games like Scrabble, Uno, Whack a mole set, Fix and Race, Custom Motors, Rev ups, Four Lane Race way, Barbie play sets and makeovers would be a major attraction in the merry month.

Apart from the regular games and activities, each weekend will have a set of new activity to make it more fun and merrier. So come enroll your kids at Hypercity and be a part of the lucky draw.

Also one can buy any Mattel toy product from Hypercity and stand a chance to win an exclusive invite to Matty’s Merry month party at Hypercity on December 18^th, 2011.

So come be a part of the Matty’s Merry month and set a cheerful smile on your kids face as they play with their favorite toys at Hypercity. (located on ITPL Road and Royal Meenakshi mall)

Activites schedule

Date	Time	Activity
Saturday, 3rd Dec, 2011	4pm – 5pm	Barbie/Hot Wheels Colouring Contest
	5pm – 6pm	UNO Challenge
	6pm – 7pm	Hot Wheels Design a Car
	7Ppm– 8pm	Barbie Trivia Quiz
Sunday, 4th Dec, 2011	4pm – 5pm	Barbie/Hot Wheels Colouring Contest
	5pm – 6pm	Tumblin Monkeys Challenge
	6pm – 7pm	Hot Wheels Car Quiz
	7pm– 8pm	Barbie I can be Talent Hunt
Saturday, 10th Dec, 2011	4pm – 5pm	Barbie/Hot Wheels Colouring Contest
	5pm – 6pm	Uno Challenge
	6pm – 7pm	Hot Wheels Design a Car
	7pm– 8pm	Barbie be a Fashionista
Sunday, 11th Dec, 2011	4pm – 5pm	Barbie/Hot Wheels Colouring Contest
	5pm – 6pm	Tumblin Monkeys Challenge
	6pm – 7pm	Hot Wheels Design a Car
	7pm– 8pm	Barbie I can be a Fancy Dress
Saturday, 17th Dec, 2011	4pm – 5pm	Barbie/Hot Wheels Colouring Contest
	5pm – 6pm	UNO Challenge
	6pm – 7pm	Hotel Wheels Design a Car
	7pm– 8pm	Barbie Essay Writing
Sunday, 18th, Dec 2011	4pm – 5pm	Barbie/Hot Wheels Colouring Contest
	5pm – 6pm	Tumblin Monkeys Challenge
	6pm – 8pm	Matty’s Merry Month

Times Kidz World 2011

The most comprehensive showcase of toys, Children products and needs.

Toys , Stationery, Residential Schools, International Schools & Play School. Toy’s, Snacks & Food products, Ready-made Garments, Audio’s, Computers for Children, Baby Products & Cosmetics, Educational & Fun Books, Shoes, Stationery, School Bags, Child Investment Schemes, Entertainment, Electronic Products for Children & all other products & services.

Live Cartoon & other fictitious characters (like Santa and Robot) at the venue adding charm to the exhibition. Various Contest to attract maximum Child Visitors.

When: 15- 18 Dec 2011 (Thu-Sun) | 10:30 am - 8:30pm Where: Palace Exhibition & Convention Centre, Bangalore Entry: Rs. 30/ person

16th Dec (Fri)

2-3pm: Magic Touch presents " The Rainbow Fish" - Skit depicting the Joy of Sharing
3-4:30pm: Pidilite Hobby Workshops - Pot Painting (8-12 yrs)
5-6:30pm : BSA Herculus Dance Competition(8-12 yrs)

17th Dec (Sat)

1-2pm: Connoisseur Public Demo
2-3pm: Magic Touch presents " The Rainbow Fish" - Skit depicting the Joy of Sharing
3-4:30pm: Pidilite Hobby Workshops - Decopauge ( 8-12 yrs)
5-6:30pm : BSA Herculus Talent Competition(8-12 yrs)

18th Dec (Sun)

1-2pm: Connoisseur Public Demo
2-3pm: Magic Touch presents " The Rainbow Fish" - Skit depicting the Joy of Sharing
3-4:30pm: Pidilite Hobby Workshops - Terracotta Warli Painting( 8-12 yrs)
5-6:30pm : BSA Herculus Dance Competition(3-8 yrs)

Sandeep Narayan : Vocal Concert

Sandeep Narayan, is a disciple of the well acclaimed musician, Sri Sanjay Subrahmanyan. He started his initial training in vocal music at the age of four, under the guidance of his mother, Smt. Shubha Narayan.

Having performed extensively in India, the United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, and Sri Lanka, Sandeep hopes to continue serving as a cultural link between Carnatic music and audiences around the world. He has a degree in Law & Society from the University of California.

In addition to live theatre, Sandeep has sung for documentaries and feature films, and continues to connect Indian culture to audiences in the West through workshops, lec-dems, classes and of course live concerts.


On: 18 Dec 2011 ( Sun) | 4:15pm

At: Indian Heritage Academy Hall, 870, 17 E Main, 6th Block, Koramangala.

Lakshman Sruthi Orchestra- Live

Established in the year 1987 with a team strength of just 10 members, Lakshman Sruthi have now grown in size and stature with nearly 50 members. They have successfully conducted 6,000 plus shows all over the globe to their credit in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi. Even in this electronic age, they insist themselves in maintaining a complete manual orchestration.

On: 11 Dec 2011 (Sun) | 6pm

At: Chowdiah Memorial Hall

Tickets: Rs. 1500, Rs. 1000, Rs. 750, Rs. 500 and Rs. 300

Bengaluru Walk-A-Thon 2011

Walkathon is a platform to bring together people from different walks of life along with the
differently-abled and create a feeling of solidarity.

Join hands and walk united to help build a Disabled Friendly Residential School.

When: 10 Dec 2011 ( Sat) | 3 pm - 6pm

Where: Kittur Rani Chennamma Stadium, Near Cosmopolitan Club, Jayanagar

Registration starts from Rs 150/- Onwards

Contact No- 9449864775/ 9889864784.

Al and his magic Pal

“Al and his magic pal” Based on the story of Alladin & his magic lamp.

Staged by Bethany High.

On: 8th, 9th & 10th of December 2011 at 6pm

At: Jyoti Nivas College auditorium, 1st A Cross Road, Hosur Road, Koramangala.

For: In aid of The Special School & Staff Benevolent Fund

Tickets: Rs.1000, Rs.550, Rs.350, Rs.250 and Rs.150

This show uses the Broadway Junior Collection Kit - Disney's Aladdin Jr.

Kala Madhyam 2011

Colour, pageantry and passion have been the hallmark of every Kala Madhyam Arts Mela, which celebrates India on one stage. It is an annual event held towards the tail end of the year and is a synergetic blend of Indian cultural traditions: folk paintings, handicrafts, performing arts and foods from all over India come together. A key objective of the festival is to ensure that sales occurred directly from the crafts-person to consumer, ensuring that the profits went straight to the artists and artisans. Visit http://www.kalamadhyam.org/mela.htm for more details on participating artisans and programs.

Food & Kitchen Expo 2011

A celebration of the wonderful variety of food & Kitchen equipment that manufacturers and restaurants have to offer. With a festive ambiance and interactive events and activities to engage in, it is an outing for the family and a brilliant way to talk, taste and buy.

When: December 9, 10, 11 2011 (Fri-Sun)

Where: Tripura Vasini, Palace Grounds.

Entry: Rs. 49 for 10 yrs and above.

Great Garuda Shopping Festival

Here's your chance to win a gold coin or even better a brand new car en you shop at Garuda. Click here for more details on the event.

Annual Strand Book Festival 2011

Has been extended until Dec 18th (Sun)


Stand Book Stall is back with its annual book festival yet again.

A full range of titles for adults and children. Fabulous Discounts Min. 30 - 80% !

1–14 Dec 2011

10am – 8.30pm


Wesley Tamil Church Hall,beside Garuda Mall,
opp.Vogue Institute.,Commissariat Rd

Loads of free parking in Church grounds