CURRENT EVENTS

18 Thu 10.15 A.M

CURIO PLAY

3, Ananda Road

Alwarpet

Chennai 600 018

                                      How India Voted

The recent Lok Sabha elections have led to many questions on the performance of the ruling party. Has the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) been able to bridge the urban-rural gap in vote share? Who did women support? Did caste arithmetic fail in this election? Which party got support from which economic strata?  What does this mean for Tamil Nadu in the coming term? A massive mandate in favour of the Narendra Modi-led BJP has brought multiple questions to the forefront providing fodder for political analysts and insights for people like us.

Join us as we listen to our expert resource Mr. Narayan Lakshman of  The Hindu, speak on the recent National Lok Sabha elections and the ramifications for Tamil Nadu in the coming years.

COOKING SWAPSHOP

23 Tue11.00 A.M

Avartana

ITC Grand Chola

Anna Salai, Guindy

Chennai 600 032

    Avartana – Redefining Food from the Southern Indian Peninsula

The crown in its diverse portfolio of restaurants, the ITC Grand Chola showcases Avartana which reinvents contemporary South Indian food

and pays homage through traditional and an innovatively modern  interpretation of this robust cuisine. The dining experience at Avartana is multi-sensory and envelopes the guest with its cuisine, decor, colour scheme, ambience, service and its accessories. Timeless flavours come together in a medley of tantalising tastes and uber-stylish presentations.

Deepali Goyal will be in conversation with the Senior Executive Chef, Ajit Bangera who has been with the ITC group for years and is at the helm of this journey of South Indian food. Join us as the maestro shares his unending passion for beautiful food and takes you on a one of a kind behind the scenes story of Avartana.

We are very thankful to ITC Grand Chola and Mr. Kuldeep Bhartee  for generously sponsoring the event

Please note:

 The space restriction at the venue allows only 40 warn-ins

 The meeting starts at11.20 a.m. and ends by1.30 p.m.

approximately

 Please warn-in only on16th July-via whatsapp or text

messages with your full name and code number to Jasmine

Kabrajee on 98407 41900. Warn-in messages before that

will not be entertained.

FOUNDERS DAY

25 Thu 10.15 A.M.

Crowne Plaza Chennai

Adyar Park

132, T T K Road, Alwarpet

Chennai 600 018

“When women get together as a group, it is immensely powerful”

- Annie Lennox

On July 25th 1986, seven enterprising visionaries, Nirmal Seshadri,Nancy Dean, Lakshmi Padmanabhan, Saroja Ramamrutham,Sunita Shahaney, Anneliese Hazari and Reva Singh, came together to establish an organization which would grow to be one of Chennai’s distinguished ladies association, the International Women’s Association (IWA). Over time, IWA flourished under the guidance of our Past Presidents into an organization which not only strengthens ties of friendship and bonhomie but also challenges the intellect and keeps us stimulated.

Today we salute these women and celebrate the dynamic organization they have forged. Please join us for a morning of memories and laughter!

This is a member only meeting.

BOOK DISCUSSION

30 Tue10.15 A.M

The Folly Amethyst

28, Whites Road

Next to Corporation Bank

Royapettah, Chennai 600 014

Slices of Life

Everyone loves a good story, and story-telling is an art form that embodies the narrator’s ingenuity. IWA member Tehnaz Bahadurji weaves some remarkable stories culled from her palette of experiences and brings them to life with her expressive narrative skills.

Tehnaz describes herself as someone who loves to read, write,travel, help and empower people, explore and try new things, rejoice in family, friendship and the many splendours that Life has to offer.Efficient, organized, capable, dependable, and mischievous as IWA members testify, her story-telling reveals yet another fascinating facet of Tehnaz.

In each short story she captures mundane moments of life, and through powerful skills of observation, candidly and liberally peppered with wit and tongue in cheek humour, paints a visual depiction of the story. You can hear her stories on : https://soundcloud.com/sliceoflifestories. Or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmeRDhM9EF4mNTrElsdlQ

Ladies, we’re in for a treat of some adept story telling, so do join us for a heart-to-heart with Tehnaz in conversation with IWA member Jasmine Kabrajee.

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.