JUNE

FELLOWSHIP MORNING

17 Mon 10.15 A.M

Crowne Plaza        

132, T.T.K. Road

Alwarpet

Chennai 600 018

A Celebration of Friendship

“There are people you meet that you get to know, and then

there are people you meet that you already know”

- Colleen Hoover

Join us for a morning filled with laughter and surprise, a time to

reconnect with old friends and welcome new ones!

Put on your smiles and name badges (to facilitate introductions) and

enjoy the ride!

This is a members only meeting

BOOK DISCUSSION

19 Wed 10.15 A.M

Hanu Reddy Residences

39/18, Binny Road

Poes Garden

Chennai 600 086 

A Journey into the Unknown

Kavitha Yaga Buganna, is a software engineer and developmental economist, who over the years has published works of short fiction, besides writing for Magazines and Newspapers. In this beautifully articulated narrative “Walking in clouds”, she shares her journey to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.

Weaving in relevant historical and mythological elements she captures this extraordinary expedition to the mountains and more significantly her journey within. Kavitha and her cousin Pallu endeavor through unforgiving terrain, their thoughts frequently peppered by self doubt to discover a wealth unlike any other.

Journeys of this nature typically involve breaking through layers of fear and mechanisms of self-protection, besides exploring the meaning of faith against the conditioned mental backdrop of rationalism.

To discover more about this fascinating journey, join us as Kavitha, in conversation with our member Jaya Mahbubani, takes IWA through

her walk in the clouds.

CURRENT EVENTS

21 Fri 10.15 A.M

The Madras Club

8, Adyar Club Gate Road

R.A. Puram

Chennai 600 028

The US Consulate, Chennai- A 50Year Journey, more than just visas.

The US Consulate building celebrates its 50th year in Chennai, you

would think it’s just the issuing and rejection of visas, but there’s a lot

more that goes on!What happens behind the doors of this landmark building?

Come find out as our member Rinku Mecheri engages in conversation with US Consul General Robert Burgess. Find out about everything, from the legacy of the Consulate in Chennai, to the life of a Consul general and more.

ARTS & HANDICRAFTS

25 Tue 10.15 A.M

The Folly, Amethyst

Whites Road

Next to Corporation Bank

Royapettah, Chennai 600 014

Zentangle– a “Meditative Art Form”

Zentangle is easy to learn. It is a relaxing method of creating beautiful,abstract art using structured patterns. It is credited with increasing concentration and creativity, and infusing a sense of well being. It is basically about being mindful and present.

Chennai based artist Sandhya Manne is a certified Zentangle teacher who creates oil paintings and Zentangles. She has trained under highly skilled artists. She has taught at recreation centres and community college in the USA before moving to Chennai in 2013.

Be sure to be there when Sandhya initiates us into this fascinating art form. And be sure to bring your reading glasses. Participants can take back their art creations.

HISTORY CULTURE TOURS

27 Thu  04.00 PM

VR Chennai (Mall)

Jawaharlal Nehru Salai

Thirumangalam           

Anna Nagar, Chennai 600 040History, Culture & Tours

Kathai, Kalai, Parampariyam- The Changing Culture of Tourism!

Stories, Architecture, and Tradition!

Historian V. Sriram, renowned in Chennai for his ability to bring

history to life, has embraced a new direction of tourism in his latest

heritage walk. He will guide us through architectural wonders and

historical intrigue, but the experience will be unique because it takes

place in a contemporary setting. Soon to be a permanent fixture in the

tourist circuit, this is the first time a commercial space has converted its

passages into a heritage walk.

The Kathai Walk uncovers tales of the Dasavataram as depicted in the

Adi-Varaha temple in Mamallapuram. The Kalai Walk dives into

temple art and architecture, showcasing installations throughout the

mall. The Parampariyam Walk traces the evolution of the city.

V. Sriram has thoughtfully melded this three walk series into a single

highlight trail, especially for IWA members.

We will assemble at 4.00 p.m. in the Central Atrium of the V R

Mall.

Please warn-in early to avoid disappointment. We only have 30 spots

available.

Somna Sachdev 98410 22922 / Sheela K.Sarath 98840 33336

Please note that this meeting involves walking and standing for almost

an hour. Light entertainment and snacks will follow the walk. The

meeting duration is approximately 2 hours.