CREATIVITY IS PIERCING THE MUNDANE TO FIND THE MARVELLOUS. - BILL MOYERS
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS

Journeys Within and Beyond
Sarah Tulivu (Fong Yi) has spent years travelling across cultures, training as a Taoist monk, and working in crisis zones to support war-affected communities. Join us for an evening of reflection and wisdom as she reads from the Tao Te Ching and shares her experiences with Tai Ji, exploring the meeting point between activism and inner work.
(For members only)

Be Armed, Not Cyber-Harmed
The digital world offers convenience, but it also comes with risks. Fintech lawyer Ms. Sumedha Dutta is joining us to equip you with the knowledge to recognise and prevent online fraudโcovering net banking, UPI scams, phishing messages, virtual arrests, and more. Stay informed, stay secure!
(For members only)
PAST EVENTS

Colours of Tradition: The Many Shades of Holi
Our Friday Evening Specials continue to captivate our members. โI always wait for our weekly Friday programme,โ says Ms. K. Basu. โLast Friday’s programme was a step beyond.โ This session explored the origins of Holi and took members on a vibrant journey across India, showcasing how different regions celebrate the festival in unique ways. From the Lathmar Holi of Uttar Pradesh to Shantiniketanโs Basanta Utsav, from the flower-splashed festival of Vrindavan to the procession-led celebrations in South India, the variations were as diverse as the country itself. The evening offered a fascinating glimpse into the kaleidoscopic traditions of Holi, leaving members with a deeper appreciation for the festivalโs cultural richness and symbolic significance.

Real to Real - Arjun Sen and I Want to Talk
Few stories are as inspiring as Mr. Arjun Senโs. A cancer survivor of nearly 30 years with over 20 surgeries, his journey is now the subject of the globally acclaimed film I Want to Talk, directed by Shoojit Sircar and starring Abhishek Bachchan. In his conversation with our members, he spoke about the power of appreciationโfor life and those around usโcalling it the greatest gift we can give. He urged us at Support Elders to continue our services and, recalling on his gratitude toward the medical fraternity, encouraged our members to express their appreciation regularly. We are fortunate to have members who never miss an opportunity to thank us, and it was heartening to hear Mr. Sen emphasise the importance of this exchange. We hope he continues to foster cycles of trust, faith, and gratitudeโjust as he did between us and our members.

Music of the Tawaifs and Devadasis
The second session in our two-part focus on the Devadasis featured an enriching talk by Mr. Rantideb Maitra, a music connoisseur and collector of rare gramophone records. He traced the history of the tradition and highlighted artists such as Miss Veena Dhanam, Miss Indubala, and Mehbubjan of Sholapur. Alongside fascinating anecdotes, we had the pleasure of listening to recordings by these maestros, all dating back to the first quarter of the twentieth centuryโwhat a treat! These rare gems sparked a wave of curiosity among our members. Their insightful questions reflected not just enthusiasm but a keen, discerning earโmany were already well-informed. It was an evening of music, history, and discovery, leaving us with a deeper appreciation for these lost melodies and the artists who shaped them.
SE Clubs

NURTURING AND SHARING THE JOY POETRY BRINGS
"The crown of literature is poetry" - W. Somerset Maugham
Our poetry-loving members meet every week to enjoy the beauty of the verse. While some enjoy reciting poems by well-known poets, there are others who pen poems and are thrilled to dig out their long-lost poemsโpoems that they had thought had lost their value over the years. But we know that good poetry is perennial.
Watch TrailerCome and join us to express your love for poetry every Thursday. Time: 5 p.m.ย to 6 p.m.
TOGETHERNESS AND CAMARADERIE
Storytelling and connecting are the essence of ‘Adda’ or ‘Gupshupp’ as we call it. For our Gupshupp Club members, it is a time of unadulterated fun when they delve into their memories of yore or are in splits over someone else’s story or talk on pre-decided topics or even sing songs. The feeling of togetherness and camaraderie is what makes them look forward to each meet.
Members have discussions on pre-decided topics, chosen by all participants, the previous week.
Watch TrailerCome join us every Tuesday on Google Meet. Time: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.


Be Lit!
Organised every Monday 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., the SE-Lit Club members have a most enjoyable time discussing different genres of literature in different languages, the culture and ethos of different cities, mythology and much more.
Watch TrailerCome and join our SE Lit Club every Monday
Time: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Let Your Hearts Sing!
Our Antakshari club members enjoy singing mixed with fun! They have to sing songs based on given prompts and retro movie clips or instrumental music is played and members need to identify the songs, the lyricist, music directors, the singers and so on.Watch Trailer
Join these exciting sessions to brighten up your Monday mornings from 4:45 p.m. to 5.45 p.m and enjoy your Tuesday evenings from 4:45 p.m. to 5.45 p.m


When Music is the Food of Life
Organised every Wednesday 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. members love singing songs of their choiceโdifferent languages, from films and otherwise, Rabindra sangeet, Nazrul geeti, Bhojpuri, folksongs and so on.
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Organised every Wednesday from 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.