Friday, October 2
Festival
Under the Stars 2015
At this all-night sleep-out, you can expect band performances, storytelling, food stalls, and more. Proceeds go to charities working with the homeless.
Where: Indiranagar Club, 9th Main, 4th Cross Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar
When: 6pm onwards
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Talk and film screening
Drawing parallels between the Tibetan struggle for freedom and Gandhian values, this event hopes to generate awareness about the Tibetan story. Entry is free.
Where: Tibetan Youth Hostel, No 7, SR Garden, Srinivagilu, 4th Block, Koramangala
When: 5.30pm
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Talk
After Hours #04: Swaminathan Gopalan
Swaminathan Gopalan, a teacher at The Valley School since 1982, speaks about Eating Wisely and Well.
Where: Co.lab, Domlur Layout, Off Intermediate Ring Road, Domlur
When: 4pm
Price: INR 100 for entry
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Workshop
Make your own solar lamps
The Swiss startup LED Safari leads a workshop that will help participants make low-cost solar lamps.
Where: SwissNex India, 26, Rest House Crescent Road
When: 10.30am
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Shopping
Claytopia Craft Carnival
The popular cafe and activity centre hosts a day showcasing crafts such as handmade jewellery, planters, custom-made stationery and more. You can also expect tarot card readings and live music.
Where: Bistro Claytopia, 11, 80 Feet Main Road, SBI Colony, 3rd Block, Koramangala
When: noon onwards
Contact: 080 64350526
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Boho-Gypsy: Pop-up by Udd & Paarisha
Mumbai bohemian clothing brand Udd brings its collection Totem Tandav, inspired by totem poles and Lord Shiva’s tandav dance. On the shelves will be sarees, dupattas and skirts sporting masks, birds, lucky charms and tribal inspiration. Plus, city-based jewellery artiste Chinanshu’s label Paarisha.
Where: House of Taamara, #3281, 12th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar
When: Until October 4, 10.30am to 7.30pm
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Saturday, October 3
Festival
Halli Habba
Rural traditions of states such as Rajasthan, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and more are on display at this two-day-long festival. Also on offer are food, games and arts with a rural theme. The event continues on Sunday October 4.
Where: Freedom Park, Palace Road/Ramachandra Road, Gandhi Nagar
When: 10am
Contact: Email vidyaranyablore@gmail.com, or call +91 8867476221.
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Ballet
The Spectacular Circus
Source: Lewis Foundation
This evening promises to immerse you in the world of the circus, complete with ring master, lions, jokers, fire-eaters, and more.
Where: Auditorium, Jyoti Nivas College, Hosur Road, Koramangala Industrial Layout, Koramangala
When: 5.45pm
Contact: For passes, contact Sheela at 9845280377 between 10am and 2.30pm.
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Sunday, October 4
Conference
TedxBangalore2015 - All or Nothing
Source: Lavanya Naidu for TEDxBangalore
The independently organised TED event features speakers such as spaceship designer Susmita Mohanty, and Yonatan Raz-Fridman, founder of Kano, “the computer anyone can make.” Check out our first-look here.
Where: MLR Convention Centre, Dyvasandra Industrial Layout Mahadevapura, Whitefield
When: 9am
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Music
The Chronic Blues Circus
For a night of classic blues, head to this music hub where veteran band The Chronic Blues Circus will be playing music form their second and latest album - Kali Yuga Blues ll. Entry is free so make sure you’re there early for a good spot.
Where: blueFROG, # 3, Church Street, Bangalore
When: 8.30pm onwards
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