Chennai Events February 2010

CHENNAI EVENTS

27th February 2010

General Events

• Madras Mahajana Sabha: 125th anniversary celebrations, Union Minister G.K.Vasan, Madras High Court Judge M.Chockalingam and The Hindu Managing Director N.Murali, participate, Hema Malini Kalyana Mandapam, Royapettah, 4.30 p.m.
• Shriram Automall India: Launch of initiatives, Minister Pongalur N. Palanisamy participates, Anna Arivalayam, 4.30 p.m.
• National Safety Council, TN Chapter: Distribution of state-level safety awards 2007 and safety competitions 2008, Hotel Ambassador Pallava, 6 p.m.
• State Bank of India: SME Business Fair, 1st Cross Rd., AIEMA Technology Centre, Ambattur Industrial Estate, 10 a.m.
• Madras Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Workshop on Central Budget and the Finance Bill, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9.30 a.m.
• Deloitte: Seminar on ‘Gaining insights – Budget Analysis 2010’, Hotel Taj Coromandel, 10.30 a.m.
• Rotaract Council 9 10: District Conference, Chettinad Vidhyashram, 10 a.m.
• STeP-IN, Chennai Chapter: Meeting, Sterling Hall, Phoneix Haddows Club, Nungambakkam, 11 a.m.
• All India Tamil Writers’ Association: Meeting, V.O.C. Nursery School, Patel Salai, Perambur, 6 p.m.
• Adinath Jain Trust: Distribution of artificial limbs, 21, V.V.Koil St., 3 p.m.
• Kuppuswami Sastri Research Institute: Dr. P.S. Subrahmanya Sastri Centenary Endowment lecture, 84, Thiru Vi Ka Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.
• Gremaltes Hospital and HelpAge India: Free cataract screening camp for senior citizens, Guild of Service, Harrington Rd., Vembuli Amman-SCB, Chetpet, 9 a.m.
• Chennai Friends Forum: Meeting, Sankara Vidyalaya Matric. School, Sadasiva Nagar, Madipakkam, 6.30 p.m.
• Anna Nagar Tamil Peravai: Talk on Thiruvilayadal Puranam by S. Paramasivam, Leo Matric. School, Anna Nagar, 5.30 p.m.
• Probus Club of Chennai: Meeting, Russian Centre of Science and Culture, Alwarpet, 9.15 a.m.
• Kasthuriba Club: Anniversary, P.S. HSS., Mylapore, 3 p.m.
• University of Madras: Valedictory of seminar on ‘Research implications for management applications’, Room no. F-50, Centenary Bldg., Chepauk, 3 p.m.
• Anna University TVS Centre for Quality Management and Students Quality Club: Inauguration of Q Quest 2010, Guindy, 9.30 a.m.
• Madras School of Social Work: Seminar on entrepreneurship for community development, 32, Casa Major Rd., Egmore, 9.30 a.m.
• SRM University: Workshop on mobile hacking and information security, Kattankulathur, 9.30 a.m.
• Vels University: Alumni meeting of School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pallavaram, 10.30 a.m.
• Valliammal College for Women: Annual Day, Anna Nagar, 10.30 a.m.
• M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women: The MOP Bazaar, Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Jaya College of Paramedical Sciences: Free physiotherapy awareness and treatment camp, Seethachen Village, Tiruvallur, 9 a.m.
• Madha Enginering College: Alumni meet, Kundrathur, 10 a.m.
• The New College Institute of Objective Studies: Inauguration of seminar on ‘Challenges of pluralism and the middle way of Islam’, Royapettah, 10.30 a.m.
• Gitam Institute of International Business: Seminar on international business courses, Hotel Priyadarshini Park, Anna Salai, 10.30 a.m.
• Sri Vidhya Academy: Annual Day, Sokkanallur, Pattabiram Rd., 5 p.m.
• Chettinad Vidyashram: Meeting to felicitate educationist Mrs.Y.G. Parthasarathy, Kumararani Meena Muthiah College of Arts and Science, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, 11 a.m.
• Vael’s Billabong High International School: Kangaroo Kids’ cultural programme, Neelankarai, 5.30 p.m.
• Vruksha Montessori School: Annual Project Day, 11/2, II Cross St., TTK Rd., Alwarpet, 9 a.m.
• Samvit Sagar Trust: Meeting, Tattvaloka, 76, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 4 p.m.
• Senthamizh Virumbigal Mamanram: Vainava Tamil scholars festival, Devar Kalyana Mahal, Habibullah Rd., T. Nagar, 8 a.m.
• Uyirmai Pathipakkam: Launch of awards in memory of writer Sujatha, Hotel New Woodlands, 6.30 p.m.
• World Telugu Federation: Workshop on music therapy and chocolate making, Ankur Plaza, 113, G.N. Chetty Rd., T. Nagar, 3.30 p.m.
• Qarlan Hasana Charitable Trust: Opening of diagnostic laboratory, 53/23, Ellappan St., Pudupet, 9 a.m.
• Rajaji Centre for Public Affairs and Young Men’s Indian Association: Seminar on Union Budget, Mahalakshmi Temple Association auditorium, RA Puram, 10 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Chennai Elite: Meeting, Hotel Sabari Nest, Mylapore, 1.30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Lazarus Church, Foreshore Estate; and New Attitude Group, St. Andrews Church, Choolai, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Community Service Centre, 17 Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Community Service Centre, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore; ECI Zion Church, Ekkaduthangal; Advent Christ Middle School, Velachery Rd., Sembakkam; Risen Christ Church, Peravallur; Alagumuthu Mariamman Kalyana Mandapam, Korukkupet; Williams Girls HSS., Mirsahibpet, Royapettah; and Ascension Church, Railway Colony, Aminjikarai, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Valluvan Veliyeettaham: Launch of publication, Madras High Court Judge V.Ramasubramanian participates, Youth Hostel, Indira Nagar, Adyar, 5.30 p.m.
• Madras Craft Foundation: Presentation of DakshinaChitra Virudhu 2010, Muttukadu, 4.30 p.m.

26th February 2010

General Events

• Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Dept.: Inauguration of National Handloom Expo-2010, Ministers K.K.S.S.R. Ramachandran and Parithi Ellamvazhuthi participate, Co-optex complex, Pantheon Rd., Egmore, 5.30 p.m.
• Chennai Collectorate: Grievance day meeting for army personnel and their dependents, Collectorate, Rajaji Salai, 11 a.m.
• CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre: Science Day, Taramani, 11.30 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Central and Jemi Foundation: Awareness programme on child literacy, Mayor M. Subramanian participates, Kamarajar Arangam, Teynampet, 6.30 p.m.
• ZAK Trade Fairs and Exhibition and Alumni Association, School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University: Architech Conclave-3, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Advertising Club Madras: Talk on ‘Getting across in the new decade- a generalist’s perspective’ by R. Santhanam, Managing Director, Hindustan Motors Ltd, Hotel Savera, 6.30 p.m.
• Centre for Social Initiative and Management: ‘Nurture Nature’ seminar on environmental concerns, Balamandir German Hall, T.Nagar, 10 a.m.
• ABK-AOTS Dosokai: Seminar on 5S and TPM, Hotel Accord Metropolitan, 9 a.m.
• Zuari Furniture: Donation of computer tables and chairs for Govt. HSS., Kakkalur, 10 a.m.
• E.S.I. Corporation: Lecture on ‘Health education on childcare,’ E.S.I.C. Hospital, K.K.Nagar, 11 a.m.
• National Service Scheme- Directorate of Technical Education and CPCL Polytechnic College: Workshop on career guidance and soft skills development for NSS volunteers, CPCL Resort, Seethamal Rd., Alwarpet, 9 a.m.
• Indian Institute of Technology-Madras: Interaction with project coordinators for Socially Relevant Projects, 3 p.m.
• University of Madras: Seminar on ‘Social consciousness and Jainism,’ Chepauk, 10 a.m.; Seminar on ‘Research implications for management applications,’ Chepauk, 10.30 a.m.; Krishna Sanjeevi-Kannammal Natesan Memorial lecture, Marina Campus, 3 p.m.
• Government Arts College for Men: Tamil literary meet, Nandanam, 9.30 a.m.
• Tamil Nadu Dr.Ambedkar Law University: Inauguration of training programme for police personnel, Greenways Rd., 9.30 a.m.
• Madras School of Social Work: Seminar on ‘Social entrepreneurship for community development,’ Egmore, 9.30 a.m.
• Loyola Institute of Social Science Training and Research: Lecture on ‘Sociological theories of Bourdieu,’ Nungambakkam, 9 a.m.
• Hindustan College of Arts and Science: Dr.KCG Verghese Memorial film festival ‘Impact 2K10,’ Padur, 3.30 p.m.
• Presidency College: National Science Day, Kamarajar Salai, 10 a.m.
• Vels University: Awareness programme on cyber crime, Pallavaram, 1 p.m.
• GKM College of Engineering and Technology: Cultural day, New Perungalathur, 9.30 a.m.
• Saveetha University: Seminar on panoramas in nanobiotechnology, Poonamallee High Rd., 9 a.m.
• Dhanraj Baid Jain College: Workshop on ‘Recent developments in corporate law,’ Thoraipakkam, 11.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Conference on ‘Parallel and distributed systems,’ Thandalam, 9 a.m.
• Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Engineering and Technology: NSS programme, Manamai village, 3 p.m.
• Prathyusha Institute of Technology and Management: ‘Technospark ’10’ technical symposium, Arunvoyal Kuppam, 9.30 a.m.
• Stella Maris College: NCC Day and Cadostar, Cathedral Rd. 11 a.m.
• Pachaiyappa’s College: Lecture on ‘Philosophy through languages,’ Poonamallee High Rd., 10 a.m.
• B.S.Abdur Rahman University: Entrepreneurship awareness lecture, Vandalur, 10 a.m.
• M.N.M. Jain Engineering College: IT symposium, Thoraipakkam, 9 a.m.
• Aalim Muhammed Salegh Polytechnic College: NSS special camp, Palavedupettai, Ambattur, 10 a.m.
• Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology: Conference on ‘Information and Software Engineering,’ Paiyanoor, 10 a.m.
• K.C.S. Kasi Nadar College of Arts and Science: College day, R.K.Nagar, 4.45 p.m.
• Panimalar Engineering College: Blood donation camp, Poonamallee, 8.30 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Lecture on Software testing, Perumalpattu, 2 p.m.
• Annai Veilankanni’s College: Inter-collegiate cultural ‘Astral ’10,’ Saidapet, 9.30 a.m.
• S.I.V.E.T. College and Rotary Club of Madras Pallava: Blood donation camp, Gowrivakkam, 9.30 a.m.
• Chevalier T.Thomas Elizabeth College for Women: Silver jubilee College day, Sembium, 5.30 p.m.
• Mahalashmi Women’s College of Arts and Science: Commerce association meeting, Paruthipattu, 10 a.m.
• Baalyaa Montessori School: Science exhibition and cultural show, Keelkattalai, 10 a.m.
• St.Thomas Matric. School: Annual day, Avadi, 5.30 p.m.
• St.John’s Matric. HSS.: Silver jubilee celebration, Porur, 4 p.m.
• Sir M.Ct.M. HSS.: Awareness programme on climate change, Purasawalkam, 10.30 a.m.
• Velammal Matric. HSS.: Annual day, T.S.Krishna Nagar, 5.30 p.m.
• Dignity Foundation: Meeting, Subramania Nagar, Kodambakkam, 5 p.m.
• Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha: Talk on Thiru.Vi.Ka., 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.
• Bharat Sewak Samaj: Talk on Gandhi, Gandhi Mandapam, Sardar Patel Rd., 4 p.m.
• Lions Clubs International: Region 1 Meet, Hotel Ambassador Pallava, 6 p.m.
• Lions Club of Madras Cosmopolitan: Meeting, 6, 1st St., Officers’ Colony, Metha Nagar, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church premises, 3, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam; Kesari High School, T. Nagar; C.S.I. Zion Church, near Police Station, Chintadripet; Assembly of God’s Church, 100 Ft Rd., Arumbakkam; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., East Tambaram; Magathalona Mariyal Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; Advent Middle School, Oil Mill bus stop, Pallikaranai; Kevin School, Arathoon Salai, Royapuram; C.S.I. Peters Church, near Jeeva Railway Station, Vyasarpadi; and Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• ZAK Trade Fair and Exhibitors: Exhibition and seminar on wind energy, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Archer Business Solutions: Inauguration of Budget home property fair 2010, EM EL EM Hall, Mahalingapuram Main Rd., Nungambakkam, 11.30 a.m.

25th February 2010

General Events

• ZAK Trade Fairs and Exhibition and Alumni Association, School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University: Inauguration of ‘Architech Construction Speciality Expo’ and Architech Conclave, Minister K.Anbazhagan participates, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 10.30 a.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Launch of free blood sample collection system, Mayor M.Subramanian participates, Corporation playground, Basin Bridge Rd., Pulianthope, 4 p.m.
• Regional Meteorological Centre, IMD: Seminar on Monsoon 2009, Nungambakkam, 2.30 p.m.
• All India Scheduled Caste Yuvjan Samaj: State Conference, Kamarajar Hall, Teynampet, 4 p.m.
• Chartered Accountants Study Circle: Meeting on Income Tax Act 1961, Cathedral Rd., 6.15 p.m.
• E.S.I. Corporation: Lecture on healthy lifestyle, E.S.I.C. Hospital, K.K.Nagar, 11 a.m.
• Institution of Engineers: Road Safety Lecture Series – ‘Speed Control of Vehicles’, Transportation Engineering Dept., Anna University, Guindy, 4.30 p.m.
• Sri Sai Ram Engineering College: Project exhibition, West Tambaram, 9.30 a.m.
• SRM University: ‘Renescenca-10’ College day, Vadapalani, 4 p.m.
• Bhakthavatsalam Memorial College for Women: College Day, Korattur, 3 p.m.
• S.A.Engineering College: National conference, Veeraraghavapuram, Poonamallee- Avadi Rd., 9 a.m.
• Velammal College of Management and Computer Studies: Technical symposium, Ambattur-Red Hills Rd., 9 a.m.
• Hindustan College of Arts and Science: Dr.KCG Verghese Memorial Film Festival, Padur, 9.30 a.m.
• University of Madras: National seminar on ‘Science, Technology and Law’, Dept. of Legal Studies, 10 a.m.; Aravamudachariar delivers endowment lecture on Perumal Thirumozhi, Dept. of Vaishnavism, 11 a.m.; Valedictory of workshop on integrated water resource management, Dept. of Geography, Chepauk, 5.30 p.m.
• Southern Institute of Art and Design: Art and Design Fair, 36, East Coast Rd., Muttukadu, 4 p.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: Seminar on ‘Transformation from Campus to Corporate’, Ambattur-Red Hills Rd., 9.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: National conference on ‘The Role of Professional Managers in the Current Resurgence in India’, Thandalam, 9 a.m.
• GSS Jain College for Women: National Consumer Day, Vepery, 12.30 p.m.
• AU TVS Centre for Quality Management: National conference, , Anna University, 9.30 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Lecture on bioprocess engineering, Perumalpattu, 2 p.m.
• DG Vaishnav College: National seminar in physical sciences, Arumbakkam, 9 a.m.
• Madras Christian College: Seminar on Tamil language in Singapore, Dept. of Tamil Literature, Tambaram, 10.40 a.m.
• Madras Sanskrit College- Savitriammal Oriental HSS.: Founder’s day, Mylapore, 4 p.m.
• Indo-American Association and Women’s Christian College: Inter-collegiate debate on ‘Responsibility for the future Indian higher education lies with the private sector’, College Rd., 2.30 p.m.
• Sitralai: Meeting, Devaneya Paavaanar Library, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.
• St.John Ambulance: Meeting on road safety, World University Service Centre, Mayor V.R.Ramanathan Rd., Chetpet, 5 p.m.
• Pon Vidyashram: ‘Jeevana Kaushalam’ school project, Sapthagiri Nagar, Arcot Rd., Valasaravakkam, 10 a.m.
• Annual Day: MGR Adarsh Matric. HSS., Kannadasan St., Mogappair East, 5 p.m.; New Prince Matric. HSS, Ullagaram, 5 p.m.
• Sir. M.Ct.M.HSS.: Awareness programme on climate change, Purasawalkam, 10.30 a.m.
• Sevalaya: Free veterinary camp, Pakkam, Thiruninravur, 8 a.m.
• Vaithika Sri: Meeting, Ardhanareswarar Temple, 4th Main Rd., Nanganallur, 6.30 p.m.
• Pammal Sankara Eye Hospital: Free eye camp, Ayappan Koil, Shanthi Nagar, Nandambakkam, 9 a.m.
• Lions Club of Chennai Periamet: Meeting, 19/47, Perianna Maistry St., Periamet, 6.30 p.m.
• Lions Club of Chennai Golden Fort: Inauguration of reverse osmosis drinking water plant, Government Girls HSS., Sidco Nagar, Villivakkam, 10.30 a.m.
• Periyar Library Readers’ Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep It Simple Group, St.Joseph High School, Vepery High Rd., 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, Anna Nagar; Corporation School, Arunachalam St., Chepauk; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman Koil St., Selaiyur; C.S.I. Church, Ambattur OT; St.Sebastian Church, Post Box bus stop, Madhavaram; and P.S. HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Hamsadhwani and Hanrag: ‘Purandaradasar Aradhana’, Youth Hostel, Second Avenue, Indira Nagar, Adyar, 6.15 p.m.
• ZAK Trade Fairs and Exhibition: Interior Exterior Expo, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 10 a.m.; Jewel Expo, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, noon.

24th February 2010

General Events

• FPAI: Diamond Jubilee Celebrations, Deputy Chief Minister M. K. Stalin participates, AVM Rajeswari Thirumana Mandapam, R.K. Salai, 6 p.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Training programme on seismic risk evaluation of buildings using rapid visual screening technique for Corporation engineers, Ripon Building, 10 a.m.
• Madras Institute of Development Studies: Lecture on ‘Telangana Struggle,’ 79, Second Main Rd., Adyar, 3.30 p.m.
• Central Excise: Central Excise Day celebrations, 26/1, Nungambakkam High Rd., 4 p.m.
• IACC: Presentation of the IACC-Sanmar Indo-US Business Cooperation Award, Taj Coromandel, 5 p.m.
• Tamil Nadu Science and Technology Centre: National Science Day celebrations 2010, Gandhimandapam Rd., 11 a.m.
• Biozone Research Technologies: Seminar on life science career and research, Triple Helix Hall, CLRI, 10 a.m.
• Saraswati Kendra Learning Centre for Children: Sivagami Pethachi Auditorium, 179, Luz Church Rd., 5 p.m.
• Sri Mylai Karpagavalli Matric HSS.: Annual day, Youth Hostel, Second Avenue, Indira Nagar, 4.30 p.m.
• Madras University: Lecture, Department of Tamil Literature, Marina Campus, 3 p.m.
• SRM University: International conference on nanoscience and nanotechnology, 10.15 a.m.
• DDG Vaishnav College: Literary meeting, Arumbakkam, 10.15 a.m.
• Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women: Pragati-2010, Teynampet, 9 a.m.
• Tagore College of Arts and Science: Eleventh college day, Chromepet, 3 p.m.
• Valliammal College for Women: National seminar on ‘Current innovations and future trends in life sciences,’ 9.30 a.m.
• Mahalakshmi Women’s College of Arts and Science: Seminar, Paruthipattu, 11 a.m.
• Thiruthangal Nadar College: College Day, Selavayal, 10 a.m.
• DB Jain College: Bharathiyar Vizha, Thoraipakkam, 10 a.m.; Technical session on ‘J2EE Technologies,’ 11 a.m.
• Madras Management Association: Lecture, Hotel Deccan Plaza, Royapettah High Rd., 6 p.m.
• Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, University of Madras: Seminar on Coastal Security of India, Sea Farer’s Club, Chennai Port Trust, 10 a.m.
• Department of Indian History, University of Madras: Book review meeting, Thanthai Periyar Auditorium, Chepauk, 4 p.m.
• Kumararani Meena Muthiah College of Arts and Science: Symposium on current research in Mathematics, Adyar, 9.30 a.m.
• Stella Matutina College of Education: Seminar on ‘Teaching redefined,’ Ashok Nagar, 10 a.m.
• Vinayaka Missions University Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology: Training programme on ‘Linux Kernal Installation,’ Paiyanoor, 10.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Lecture, Thandalam, 9.30 a.m.
• Tagore Engineering College: Valedictory function of Entrepreneurship training programme, Vandalur, 11 a.m.
• BKR College of Engineering and Technology: Lecture on communication skills, Tiruttani, 9 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Lecture, Perumalpattu, 9.30 a.m.
• The Association of Technologists, Department of Chemical Engineering, A.C. Tech Campus, Anna University: Chemfluence 10, Guindy, 9 a.m.
• Saveetha Engineering College: Lecture, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• Easwari Engineering College: Faculty development programme, Ramapuram, 8.30 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Esplanade: Meeting, Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.
• The Karur Vysya Bank: Opening of Palavakkam Branch, 1/180, Anna Salai, Palavakkam, 10 a.m.
• MedIndia Clinical Society: Meeting, Nungambakkam, 3 p.m.
• ICAI: Meeting, 122, Nungambakkam High Rd., 6.15 p.m.
• Gandhi Study Centre: Lecture, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya Campus, Venkatanarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6.45 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean group, St. Lourdes Church premises, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Loyola Matric. School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; St. Lukes Church, Anna Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniyamman Koil St., Egmore; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; Kondithope Welfare Centre, Wall Tax Rd.; and St. Mathias Church, Kamarajar Salai, K.K. Nagar, 7 p.m.

23th February 2010

General Events

• The Bharat Scouts & Guides Tamil Nadu: Distribution of Rajyapuraskar certificates, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala and Minister Thangam Thennarasu participate, Raj Bhavan, 5-30 p.m.
• Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board: Inauguration of work on desalination plant, Deputy Chief Minister M.K.Stalin participates, East Coast Rd., Nemmeli, 9 a.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Counselling workshop for class X students of Corporation schools, Mayor M.Subramanian participates, Valluvar Kottam, 4 p.m.
• Integral Coach Factory: Exhibition on CFL bulbs, Integral Club, Pilkington Rd., Perambur, 4 p.m.
• Loyola Institute of Social Science Training and Research: Seminar on ‘Social health in Europe and India’, Loyola College, Nungambakkam, 9 a.m.
• Government Arts College for Men and C.P.R. Foundation: Seminar on Climate Change, Nandanam, 10 a.m.
• The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers: Talk on ‘Telecom transmission revolution’ by A.Sugumaran, Divisional Engineer, BSNL Chennai Telephone, 97A, Peters Rd., Gopalapuram, 6 p.m.
• M.T.S. Academy – Rainbow HRD NGO: Competitions on environment issues, P.S. High School (North), Mylapore, 11 a.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Management accountant course’, Ambattur-Red Hills Rd., 2-30 p.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Talk on ‘Gasoline direct injection engines’, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• Sai Ram Engineering College: Talk on ‘Steel in construction’, West Tambaram, 2 p.m.
• Department of Business Administration, Asan Memorial College: Inauguration of inter-collegiate meet ‘Enthuzaa ‘10’, Velachery-Tambaram Rd., Jaladampet, 10 a.m.
• Jaya Polytechnic College: Tree plantation programme, Corporation Middle School, Uzhaipalar Nagar, Thiruninravur, 10 a.m.
• Dhanraj Baid Jain College: Vallalar Vizha, Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 10-30 a.m.
• Velammal Matric. HSS.: Topper shield distribution, Velammal Gardens, T.S.Krishna Nagar, West Mogappair, 8-30 a.m.
• Avatara Mahotsava Committee: Platinum jubilee celebrations of Kanchi Sankaracharya Jayendra Saraswathi, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 4 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras: Mayor of Adelaide Michael Harbison speaks, Hotel Taj Connemara, 7-30 p.m.
• Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya Samithi: Meeting, 58, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 4 p.m
• YMCA: Pattimanram, Esplanade Auditorium, 223, N.S.C.Bose Rd., 6 p.m.
• Alpha Mind Power: Workshop on ‘Subconscious mind’, Hotel Aadithya, 6-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidhyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Dr. M.G.R. Janaki Matric. School, Arcot Rd., Saligramam; Holy Angels School, GST Rd., Chromepet; CSI Church, near OT bus stand, Ambattur; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam; St.Joseph Anglo Indian HSS., Vepery; Port and Dock Primary School, MPT Colony, New Washermenpet; Christ the King Church, Butmedu, Peravallur; and Thiruvalluvar Library, Valasaravakkam, 7 p.m. and St.Bedes Anglo Indian School, Santhome, 7-30 p.m.

Culture Events

• Government Museum: Inauguration of exhibition ‘Expressions in stones’, Egmore, 4-30 p.m.
• Artworld: Olaf Van Cleef’s painting exhibition, French Consul-General Pierre Fournier participates, 1/12, Ganeshpuram, 3rd St., Teynampet, 6-30 p.m.

22th February 2010

General Events

• Guild of Service Home for the Handicapped Children and V. Kavitha Nair Memorial Trust: Meeting, Minister Geetha Jeevan participates, D-1775, School Road, Anna Nagar West, 2-30 p.m.
• Department of Atomic Energy: IBSA Nanotechnology meeting, Hotel Chariot Beach Resort, Mamallapuram, 9 a.m.
• Triplicane Cultural Academy and Kasturi Srinivasan Library: Lecture on ‘Great Depression 1930 and global meltdown 2008’ by Sitharam Gurumurthi, member, State Planning Commission, Srinivasa Sastri Hall, 40, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.
• Centre for Water Resources, Anna University: Inauguration of training programme for engineers of water resources department of PWD, Guindy, 9-30 a.m.
• Chennai (South) District Commerce Institutes’ Association: Award function, P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 5 p.m.
• Central Board for Workers Education: Meeting, Lucas TVS, Padi, 9-45 a.m.
• The Society of Auditors: Talk on ‘Issues under Sec.195 of the Income Tax Act 1961’, 4 (180), Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 5-45 p.m.
• IIT-Madras, Polaris Software and IndusInd Bank: Launch of intellect privacy internet banking security card, IC &SR Auditorium, IIT-M, 11-30 a.m.
• SIRC-ICWAI: Launch of green initiative, 4, Monteith Lane, Egmore, 3 p.m.
• Prathyusha Institute of Technology and Management: ‘UVETA 10’ symposium, Aranvoyalkuppam, 9-30 a.m.
• Jaya Engineering College: ‘AVIOR ‘10’ symposium, 9 a.m.
• LIBA and University of Dayton: Finals of Mindful Leadership 2010, Nungambakkam, 1-30 p.m.
• DG Vaishnav College: Inauguration of inter-collegiate cultural festival, Arumbakkam, 9-30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Fuel cell’, Thandalam, 11 a.m.
• Loyola Prolife Forum: Inauguration of ‘Be an organ donor’, Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Lecture on ‘PIIP and SQL’, Perumalpattu, 10 a.m.
• Guru Nanak College: Inauguration of Physics Association, Velachery, 10-30 a.m.
• Vani Vidyalaya Senior Secondary and Junior College: Annual day, Vembuliamman Koil St., West K.K. Nagar, 5 p.m.
• State Bank of India: Inauguration of new facilities, P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 4 p.m.
• Giants Group and Vatsalyam: Science Day, Corporation HSS., M.G.R. Nagar, 9-30 a.m.
• Apoorva Women’s Association: Annual Day, Vani Mahal, T. Nagar, 5-30 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Midtown: Meeting, Hotel Taj Connemara, 6-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Grace of the Millennium group, CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; and Reality group, CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; and Meston College, Royapettah, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourde Shrine, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur; Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; Meston College, Royapettah; Risen Redeemers’ Church, Kodambakkam; E.C.I. Christ Church, Padi Kuppam Rd., Anna Nagar West; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Dessin School of Arts: Art exhibition, Lalit Kala Akademi, 170, Greams Rd., 10 a.m.

20th February 2010

General Events

• FICCI: Conference-cum-exhibition on healthcare, Union Minister S.Gandhiselvan participates, Hotel Le Royal Meridian, 10 a.m.
• N.T.Vanamamalai Associates and Indian Association of Lawyers, Tamil Nadu Chapter: Inauguration of N.T.V. Memorial lecture and launch of publication, Madras High Court judges R.Regupathi, T.Sundanthiram and K.N.Basha participate, Russian Cultural Centre, 74, Kasturi Ranga Rd., Alwarpet, 10.30 a.m.
• Tamil Nadu Mahila Congress: International Women’s Day and 125th Foundation day celebration of Indian National Congress, AICC General Secretary Mohsina Kidwai, All India Mahila Congress President Prabha Thakur, TNCC President K.V. Thangabalu, Member of Parliament Jayanthi Natarajan and Congress Legislature Party Leader D. Sudarsanam participate, Kamaraj Memorial Hall, Teynampet, 10 a.m.
• Kerala Union of Working Journalists, Tamil Nadu unit and Government of Kerala: Centenary of the exile of Swadeshabhimani Ramakrishna Pillai, Kerala Minister M.Vijayakumar participates, Asan Memorial SSS., Anderson Rd., Egmore, 5.30 p.m.
• Nakshatra Foods Pvt Ltd: Inauguration of Melange multi-cuisine restaurant, Minister Parithi Ellamvazhuthi participates, Russian Cultural Centre, 74, Kasturi Ranga Rd., Alwarpet, 7 p.m.
• MCC and USIEF: Workshop on `Creating Green Campuses: A Comprehensive Approach’, US Consul General Andrew T.Simkin participates, Tambaram, 9 a.m.
• TTDC: Inauguration of snack outlet, Chief Secretary K.S.Sripathi participates, Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Vandalur, 9.30 a.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Inauguration of health camps for women, Corporation Middle School, 22 A, Dharmapuram Main Rd., Gangapuram, T.Nagar, 8 a.m.
• The Indian Stammering Association, Chennai Chapter: Meeting, YWCA International Guest House, Poonamallee High Rd., 4 p.m.
• PROMPT: Inauguration of South India Property Fair 2010, Rani Meyyammai Hall, Egmore, 11.30 a.m.
• LIBA: Conference on Corporate Governance – The Way Forward, Hotel Green Park, 9.30 a.m.
• Panimalar Engineering College: Inauguration of conference on ‘Advanced Computing and Networking,’ Bangalore Trunk Rd., Poonamallee, 9 a.m.
• Velammal Institute of Technology: Young Innovators – 2010, Chennai-Kolkata High Rd., Panchetty, 11 a.m.
• Sakthi Engineering College: Orientation programme for volunteers of YRC-RRC, St.Mary’s Nagar, Thiruninravur, 8.30 a.m.
• Prathyusha Institute of Technology and Management: Inauguration of Centre for Foreign Languages, Aranvoyalkuppam, Tiruvallur, 2 p.m.
• MOP Vaishnav College for Women: Inter-school city-level competition for junior wing cadets of NCC, Nungambakkam, 8.30 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: NSS Special camp, Perumalpattu, Tiruvallur, 11 a.m.
• Sri Kanyaka Parameswari Arts and Science College for Women: College day, Audiappa Naicken St., Parry’s, 4 p.m.
• Jaya Engineering College: Blood donation camp, CTH Rd., Prakash Nagar, Thiruninravur, 9 a.m.; Lecture on `Financial planning and investment management’, 2 p.m.
• Seetha Kingston House Matriculation HSS.: Alumni meeting, 768, Purasawalkam High Rd., 3 p.m.
• Jaya College of Arts and Science: Creation of scientific awareness in rural areas, Pakkam Village, Thiruninravur, 10 a.m.
• Selaiyur Hall Old Boys’ Association: Get together, Madras Christian College, Tambaram, 10 a.m.
• Sri Karpavalli Matriculation School: Annual day, Bala Mandir German Hall, Prakasam St., T.Nagar, 5 p.m.
• St.John’s English School and Junior College: Annual day, 2nd Cross St., Besant Nagar, 5.30 p.m.
• Dr. Mangalam High School, Primary School and Sivananda Saraswathi Matriculation School: Annual day, Kattankulathur, 3 p.m.
• Brilliant Matriculation HSS.: Annual day, 2nd St., Kannan Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.
• Sevalaya: Meeting, Kasuva Village, Pakkam post, Thiruninravur, 2 p.m.
• St.John’s International Residential School: Annual day, Nazarathpet post, Palanjur, 5.30 p.m.
• National Matriculation HSS.: Convocation ceremony of Kindergarten children, Nehru Salai, St.Thomas Mount, 2 p.m.
• Kumara Rani’s Chettinad Vidyalaya: Sishu Utsav, Chettinad House, R.A. Puram, 8.45 a.m.
• Vidhya Matric HSS.: Silver jubilee celebrations, Jalladampet, Medavakkam, 5.30 p.m.
• The Shakti Resource Centre: Screening of `Tales of the Night Fairies’ documentary film, 42-A, 1st Floor, 5th Avenue, Besant Nagar, 6.30 p.m.
• MMA and NIQR: Meeting, NIQR, 69, Nungambakkam High Rd., 2.30 p.m.
• Association of Chartered Accountants, Chennai: Talk on `GST – preface and brief analysis’, Madras Hire Purchase Association Hall, Golden Complex, 4th Floor, 128, NSC Bose Rd., 6.15 p.m.
• The Kuppuswami Sastri Research Institute: Ambika Kameshwar delivers Dr.S.S.Janaki Commemoration Endowment lecture on `Natyabhinaya: Art of Communication’, Thiru Vi Ka Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.
• Anna Nagar Tamizh Peravai: Talk on Manimeghalai by K.Sambandanar, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar, 5.30 p.m.
• Chennai Friends Forum: Talk on `Impact of TV serials’ by G.R.Ravichandran, P.S.HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.
• Chromepet New Colony Residents Welfare Association: Meeting, 16th Cross St., New Colony, Chromepet, 4 p.m.
• Gremaltes Hospital and HelpAge India: Free cataract screening camp for senior citizens, Mary Immaculate School, 62, Halls Rd., Kilpauk, 9 a.m.
• Deiva Thamizh Sangam Trust: Prizes distribution function, Perambur Annadhana Samajam, 3, Meenakshi St., Perambur, 3 p.m.
• Thiru Vi Ka Panimadram: Meeting, Prakasam Complex, Subba St., West Mambalam, 5 p.m.
• Chemmozhi Ilakkiya Seeravai and Pannaattu Islamiya Ilakiya Kazhagam: Meeting, Hotel President, 9.30 a.m.
• Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Talk on `Psychic healing’ by A.Venkattraman, Alagappa School, G.K.Rd., Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.
• Senior Citizens Welfare Association – West Chromepet: Meeting, Smt.Lakshmiammal Memorial Matric HSS., New Colony, Chromepet, 4 p.m.
• SSI Development Society and St.John Ambulance: Launch of programme on Safe industrial estate, Industrial Estate bus stand, Ambattur Industrial Estate, 4.30 p.m.
• Edu – Employment Services and Maharishi Vidya Mandir Group of Schools: Seminar on `how to shape intelligent students’, Maharishi Vidya Mandir SSS., Chetpet, 10 a.m.
• Pavaleru Thamizh Kalam: Meeting, Thamaraiammaiyar Hall, Medavakkam, 4 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Chennai Elite: Meeting, Hotel Sabari Nest, 1.30 p.m.
• Leo Club of Park Town: ‘Handipark 2010’, YMCA Ground Nandanam, 8.30 a.m.
• T.Nagar Dr.Narasimhan II Street Civic Exnora: Discussion on civic problems, 8, Dr. Narasimham II St., B-12, Pratigna Apartments, 3rd floor, T.Nagar, 10.30 a.m.
• The South West Chennai Bharat Scouts and Guides: Distribution of prizes, Ashoka Park, Government Girls HSS., Ashok Nagar, 3.45 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Lazarus Church, Foreshore Estate; and New Attitude Group, St.Andrews Church, 123, Kalathiappa St., Choolai, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Alagumuthu Mariamman Kalyana Mandapam, Korukkupet; P.S. HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore; Advent Christ Middle School, Velachery Rd., Sembakkam; Risen Christ Church, Paper Mills Rd., Peravaloor; Community Service Centre, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Ekkaduthangal; Williams Girls HSS., Mirsahibpet, Royapettah; and Ascension Church, Railway Colony, Aminjikarai, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Agamudayar Kalvi Valarchi Sangam and Agam Kalvi Arakattalai: Launch of publications, Member of Parliament T.K.S.Elangovan participates, Pasumpon Thevar Thirumana Mandapam, 100, Habibulla Rd., North Usman Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.
• Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya: Sudha Seshayyan speaks on `Pattukoru Pulavan’, P.S.HSS., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

19th February 2010

General Events

• Anna University: 30th Convocation, Union Minister D. Purandeswari, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala and State Minister K.Ponmudy participate, Vivekananda Auditorium, 3.30 p.m.
• Marine Products Export Development Authority of India and Seafood Exporters Association of India: Inauguration of ‘India-International Seafood Show 2010,’ Union Ministers Anand Sharma and K.V. Thomas participate, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 11 a.m.
• Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Schools Headmasters’ Association and Spark Maha Learning: Launch of Headmasters handbook and presentation of awards, Union Minister G.K. Vasan participates, LLA Building, Anna Salai, 4 p.m.
• Directorate of Public Libraries: Inauguration of computer centre for networking of libraries, Minister Thangam Thennarasu participates, LLA Building, Anna Salai, 11 a.m.
• S.M.K. Fomra Institute of Technology: Inauguration of technical symposium ‘Spiegazione ’10,’ Minister Poongothai participates, Thaiyur village, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, 9 a.m.
• Tamil Nadu Slum Clearance Board: Inauguration of new tenements, Minister Suba Thangavelan and Mayor M.Subramanian participate, Kotturpuram, 11 a.m.
• Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan: Inauguration of Sanskrit seminar on ‘Vedas and Sastras,’ former judge of Supreme Court B.N. Srikrishna participates, Mylapore, 8.30 a.m.
• REACH: Commemoration of 10 years of service and presentation of REACH-Lilly MDR-TB partnership award for excellence in TB reporting, Hotel Taj Coromandel, 3 p.m.
• Indian Catholic Press Association and Department of Journalism, University of Madras: Conference on ‘Climate change – media response’, Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre, 25, Rosary Church Rd., Santhome, 9 a.m.
• The Madras Sanskrit College and S.S.V. Patasala: Dr.C.S. Krishnaswami Iyer endowment lecture, Mylapore, 2.55 p.m.
• Young Women’s Christian Association: Oratorical competition, 1086, Poonamallee High Rd., 2.15 p.m.
• Malcolm and Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust: Presentation of best teacher award in economics for 2009, Presidency College, Noon.
• Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Workshop on business etiquette, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9.30 a.m.; Video discussion on ‘The goal’, SRM B-School, Vadapalani, 5.30 p.m.
• Sri Ramachandra University: Launch of dissemination of environment, health and safety manual for national CTC phase-out programme, Hotel GRT Radisson, 10 a.m.
• Madras University: Dept. of Tamil Literature, Endowment Lecture, Marina Campus, 3 p.m.; Department of Applied Geology, valedictory of workshop on ‘Local climate and disaster resilience,’ School of Chemical Sciences auditorium, Guindy campus, 5 p.m.
• Sathyabama University: Inauguration of Femfest ’10, Jeppiaar Nagar, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, 9.30 a.m.
• Dept. of Social Work, Madras Christian College: Annual festival Udhayam ’10, Tambaram, 9.30 a.m.
• Stella Maris College and Public Relations Society of India: Talk on ‘Best practices in public relations’, Cathedral Rd., 6.15 p.m.
• M.N.M. Jain Engineering College: Inauguration of ‘Swivel ’10,’ Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 8.30 a.m.
• Saveetha School of Management: BL Club seminar on ‘Micro finance as a tool for poverty alleviation’, 162, Poonamallee High Rd., 10 a.m.
• Saveetha Engineering College: Talk on ‘IP communications and administration’, Thandalam, 2 p.m.
• Ethiraj College for Women: Mock UN summit, Ethiraj Salai, 9.30 a.m.
• Guru Shree Shantivijai Jain College for Women: Inter-collegiate computer/IT festival ‘Brain Byte ’10,’ 96, Vepery High Rd., 9.30 a.m.
• Sakthi Mariamman Engineering College: Inauguration of ‘Energia ’10,’ Narayanasamy Nagar, 55, Thandalam, 9.30 a.m.
• Bharathi College for Women: Muthamizh Vizha, Broadway, 10 a.m.
• Jaya Engineering College: Embroidery workshop, Thiruninravur, 9.30 a.m.
• Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering: Seminar on ‘Management Employability Skills’, Manimangalam, 10 a.m.
• SMOT School of Business: Seminar on ‘Market dynamics’, Perungudi, 9 a.m.
• DMI College of Engineering: Launch of entrepreneurship development cell, Palanchur, 9.30 a.m.; Inauguration of ECE student chapter of Institution of Engineering, 11 a.m.
• S.A. Engineering College: Conference on ‘Recent advancements in communication technology’, Poonamallee-Avadi Rd., Veeraraghavapuram, 9 a.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: Conference on ‘Mathematical modelling in global perspective’, Surapet, 9.30 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Talk on ‘Website development process’, Perumalpattu, 11 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Talk on ‘Trend in CAD/CAM/CAE tools,’ Rajalakshmi Nagar, Thandalam, 12.30 p.m.
• St. John’s Academy: Annual Day, Palanjur, 5.30 p.m.
• Dharmamurthi Rao Bahadur Calavala Cunnan Chetty’s HSS.: Founder’s day celebrations, Perambur, 4.30 p.m.
• Valliammal Matriculation HSS.: Valedictory function, 1st Main Rd., Anna Nagar East, 1.30 p.m.
• Jawahar Vidyalaya Kindergarten School: Annual day celebrations, 36, 4th Avenue, Ashok Nagar, 10 a.m.
• The Institution of Engineers: Talk on ‘Chemical Hazards Control Strategies’, 19, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.
• Chennai Events Aart: Garden expo ‘My Green Home’, Valluvar Kottam, 11 a.m.
• Scholastic India: Storytelling night, Landmark, Citi Centre, Radhakrishnan Salai, 6.30 p.m.
• Surabharati Samiti: Meeting, Dr. Alagappa MHSS., 49 Gangadhareswarar Koil St., Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church premises, 3, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam; Kesari High School, T. Nagar; C.S.I. Zion Church, near Police Station, Chinthadripet; Assembly of God’s Church, 100 Ft Rd., Arumbakkam; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., East Tambaram; Magathalona Mariyal Church, Ezhil Nagar, Ponammallee; Advent Middle School, Oil Mill Bus Stop, Pallikaranai; Kevin School, Arathoon Salai, Royapuram; C.S.I. Peters Church, near Jeeva Railway Station, Vyasarpadi; and Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Research Publishing: Launch of book ‘Communities and Coastal Zone Management,’ School of Chemical Sciences Auditorium, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, 5 p.m.

18th February 2010

General Events

• Chennai Corporation: Launch of developmental works, Deputy Chief Minister M. K. Stalin participates, Panagal Park, 9 a.m.
• Singaravelar Sinthanaikazhagam: Anniversary celebrations, Minister K. Anbazhagan participates, Paavanar auditorium, LLA Building, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.
• CHES and UNICEF: Workshop on ‘Minimum standards of care,’ Beach Park Club and Resort, 2/226, Chinnandikuppam Rd., Vettuvankeni, 9.30 a.m.
• All India ONGC OBC and MOBC Employees Welfare Association: Distribution of ONGC CSR funds, Thalamuthu Natarajan Tower-1, Egmore, 4 p.m.
• Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Discussion on ‘Care and candour: making performance appraisals work’, Hindustan Chamber of Commerce, Greams Rd., 5-30 p.m.
• Nehru Nagar Madar Sangam: Inauguration of senior citizens’ guest home annexe, 20, Hanumar Koil St., Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 4 p.m.
• Department of Biotechnology, IIT-M and Cancer Research and Relief Trust: ‘Cancercon 2010’ conference, IC & SR Auditorium, IIT-M, 9-30 a.m.
• Dept. of Applied Geology, University of Madras: Workshop on ‘Local climate and disaster resilience in Chennai’, School of Chemical Sciences auditorium, Guindy Campus, 10-30 a.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: Seminar on ‘Green chemistry for greener environment’, Surapet, 10 a.m.
• Dept. of Computer Science, D.B. Jain College: Inter departmental technical talent hunt, Thoraipakkam, 9-30 a.m.
• Dept. of Chemistry, Women’s Christian College: Workshop on scientific writing and presentation, College Rd., 9-30 a.m.
• Ethiraj College: Students national seminar, Egmore, 9-30 a.m.
• Bharathi Women’s College: Fine Arts festival, Prakasam Salai, Broadway, 10 a.m.
• S.A. Engineering College: Conference on ‘High performance computing’, Veeraraghavapuram, Thiruverkadu, 9-30 a.m.
• D.G. Vaishnav Evening College: Valedictory of Fusion 2010, Arumbakkam, 4-30 p.m.
• GSS Jain College: Valedictory of NSS special camp, Vadaperumbakkam village, Puzhal Panchayat, 11 a.m.
• Alagappa Schools: Annual Day, 49, Gangadeeswarar Koil St., Purasawalkam, 5 p.m.
• Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan: Valedictory, Youth Hostel, Indira Nagar, Adyar, 11 a.m.
• Periyar Library Reader’s Circle: Lecture on ‘Samaseer Kalvi’, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.
• Lions Club of Chennai Eden: Meeting, Raja Muthiah Chettiar Boys HSS., Mandaveli, 9 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Chenna Patna: Meeting, Hotel Savera, 6-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep It Simple Group, St. Joseph High School, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, Anna Nagar; Corporation School, Arunachalam St., Chepauk; Church of Victorious Cross, J.N. Salai, Ashok Nagar; Victory Child Development Centre, Selaiyur; CSI Church, Ambattur; St. Sebastian Church, Madhavaram; and P.S. HSS, Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Vaeman Pathipakkam: Launch of publications, YMCA auditorium, Esplanade, 4 p.m.
• Kalanjiyam Trust: Launch of publication ‘Thaimei 2,’ Reserve Bank of India Quarters School, K.K.Nagar, 3 p.m

17th February 2010

General Events

• MSSRF: Valedictory session of international conference on ‘Biodiversity in relation to food and human security in a warming planet,’ Union Minister Jairam Ramesh and Member of Parliament M.S. Swaminathan participate, Taramani, 3 p.m.
• The Industrial Estate Manufacturer’s Association: Meeting, Minister Pongalur N.Palanisamy participates, R.V.Tower, 10, GST Rd., Guindy, 11 a.m.
• British Council: Lecture on ‘Science and policy for climate change – what we should do now,’ by Lord Julian Hunt, Emeritus Professor of Climate Modelling, Honorary Professor of Mathematics, University of Cambridge, IC & SR Auditorium, IIT, 4 p.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Distribution of shoes to Corporation school students, Corporation Primary School, Govindasamy St., MGR Nagar, 10 a.m.
• Indian Institution of Plant Engineers: Technical lecture on ‘Non-conventional energy,’ IIPE House, 2C, Second Floor, J.P.Towers, Nungambakkam High Rd., 6-30 p.m.
• University of Madras: Valedictory session of seminar on ‘Globalisation and Health: Challenges and Responses,’ Thanthai Periyar Hall, Centenary Buildings, 4-30 p.m.; Lecture, Department of Tamil Literature, Marina Campus, 11 a.m.
• A.M.Jain College: ‘Yuva Sangamam 10,’ Meenambakkam, 2 p.m.
• Bharathi Women’s College: Fine arts festival, Prakasam Salai, Broadway, 10 a.m.
• Dr.Chandran Devanesen Rural Community College: Convocation, Karanai Village, 5 p.m.
• GKM College of Engineering and Technology: ‘Cluster 2010’ technical symposium, New Perungalathur, 9-15 a.m.
• Jaya Engineering College: Soft skill training programme, Thiruninravur, 9 a.m.
• Madras Christian College: Seminar on ‘New facets of evolutionary biology,’ Tambaram, 9-30 a.m.
• Velammal Institute of Technology: ‘NCPS 10’ conference on communication technologies, Panchetti, 9 a.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: Workshop on ‘Real time embedded applications with extensive hands on experience,’ Surapet, 9 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Database management,’ Thandalam, 8-30 a.m.
• Prathyusha Institute of Technology and Management: ‘Fortezza 10’ technical symposium, Aranvoyal Kuppam, 9 a.m.
• SAMS College of Engineering and Technology: Technical Symposium-2010, Panapakkam, 9 a.m.
• Sri Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies: Seminar on ‘Emerging need for SAP in Business,’ Tambaram, 11 a.m.
• Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology: Seminar on ‘Assertive discipline using NLP,’ West Tambaram, 2 p.m.
• Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering: NSS camp, Panchayat Union Elementary School, Aayakulathur village, Sriperumbudur, 11 a.m.
• Corporation Girls HSS.: 41st Annual Day, Mayor M.Subramanian participates, Saidapet, 3-30 p.m.
• Kola Perumal Chetty Vaishnav SSS.: Founder’s Day, Arumbakkam, 2 p.m.
• Gandhi Study Centre: Lecture, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya Campus, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6-45 p.m.
• V-Excel Educational Trust: Annual day, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 5-30 p.m.
• Sachika: Inauguration, Raj Complex, Avvai Shanmugham Salai, Gopalapuram, 11-15 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Meenambakkam: Meeting, Hotel Accord Metropolitan, 6-45 p.m.
• ICAI: Meeting, ICAI Bhavan, Nungambakkam High Rd., 6-15 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean group, St. Lourdes Church premises, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Loyola Matric. School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; St. Lukes Church, Anna Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniyamman Koil St., Egmore; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; Kondithope Welfare Centre, Wall Tax Rd.; and St. Mathias Church, Kamarajar Salai, K.K. Nagar, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Swathi Soft Solutions: Launch of publication, Srinivasa Sastri Arangam, Luz, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

16th February 2010

General Events

• Madha Hospital: Inauguration, Ministers K.Anbazhagan and T.M.Anbarasan participate, Kovur, 4 p.m.
• Tamil Nadu Consumer Protection Organisation: IQ booster programme for students, Padma Sarangapani Matric. HSS., Venkateswara Nagar Extn., Virugambakkam, 4 p.m.
• Society of Petroleum Engineers: Workshop on hydrocarbon technology, Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering, Sriperumbudur, 9 a.m.
• Institution of Engineers: Lecture on ‘Challenges in Information Security,’ 19, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.
• International Institute of Tamil Studies: Lecture, CIT Campus, 2nd Main Rd., Taramani, 10.30 a.m.
• University of Madras: Seminar on Globalisation and health, Chepauk, 10 a.m.
• Quaide Milleth College for Men: Blood donation camp, Medavakkam, 9 a.m.
• Bharathi Women’s College: Cultural fest ‘Saral 2010,’ Broadway, 10 a.m.
• Saveetha Engineering College: Lecture on Corporate Expectation, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• Jaya College Arts and Science: Scientific awareness programme, Thiruninravur, 1.30 p.m.
• Sri Sai Ram Engineering College: Seminar on ‘Impact of frequency domain on communication,’ West Tambaram, 9.30 a.m.
• ECE Dept., MNM Jain Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Embedded systems’, Thoraipakkam, 2 p.m.
• St.Thomas College of Arts and Science: Valediction of annual activities of Students Peace Brigade, Koyambedu, 10.30 a.m.
• Image College of Arts, Animation and Technology: Display of works by Digital Media students, Mylapore, 5 p.m.
• DRBCCC Hindu College: Literary meet, Pattabiram, 4 p.m.
• DDGD Vaishnav College: Inauguration of ‘Syngergy’ management fest, Arumbakkam, 9 a.m.
• Ramakrishna Mission Students’ Home: Annual day, P.S.Sivasami Salai, Mylapore, 3 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras: Meeting, Hotel Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.
• YMCA: Pattimanram, Esplanade, 6 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Dr. M.G.R. Janaki Matric. School, Arcot Rd., Saligramam; Holy Angels School, GST Rd., Chromepet; CSI Church, near OT bus stand, Ambattur; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam; St.Joseph Anglo Indian HSS., Vepery; Port and Dock Primary School, MPT Colony, New Washermenpet; Christ the King Church, Butmedu, Peravallur; Thiruvalluvar Library, Valasaravakkam, 7 p.m. and St.Bedes Anglo Indian School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Organising Committee: Inauguration of art exhibition ‘Transparent’, Hotel Ambassador Pallava, 10 a.m.

15th February 2010

General Events

• Sukra Jewellery and CRY: Launch of ‘Silver for a noble cause’ programme, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala and Prince of Arcot Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali participate, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 13th Avenue, Chetpet, 6 p.m.
• Transport Department: Launch of new buses and distribution of awards, Minister K.N. Nehru participates, Koyambedu CMBT, 5 p.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Distribution of free uniform sets, Chennai Corporation Girls HSS., Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Southern Railway: ‘Coach beauty and Loco beauty’ contest, Chennai Central Railway Station, 11 a.m.
• University of Cambridge and Madras Management Association: Seminar on ‘Benchmarking language standards for recruiting and retaining the right talent’, The Residency Towers, 6-30 p.m.
• Madras Christian College: Lecture on ‘Democracy and Governance’ by former Governor of Orissa M.M. Rajendran, Tambaram, 11-30 a.m.
• Anna University: Inauguration of workshop, IIT- Madras Director M.S. Ananth participates, College of Engg., Guindy, 10 a.m.
• Sri Durga Devi Polytechnic College: Launch of NSS programme, Vadakku Nallur village, 10 a.m.
• Velammal Institute of Technology: Lecture on ‘Data base management systems’, Panchetti, 9-30 a.m.
• S.A. Engg. College: Lecture on ‘Enterprise Java beans’, Veeraraghavapuram, Thiruverkadu, 10 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engg. College: Lecture on ‘Scholarship research opportunities and paid internship for students’, Thandalam, 11-30 a.m.
• D.B. Jain College: Lecture on ‘Recent trends on income from capital gains and other sources’, Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 2 p.m.
• RMK Engg. College: Inter-Collegiate Cultural Meet ‘Sameeksha 2010’, R.S.M. Nagar, Kavarapettai, 10 a.m.
• Bharathi Women’s College: Inauguration of Fine Arts Club programme ‘Saral 2010’, Broadway, 10 a.m.
• Sriram Engg. College: Seminar on ‘Hardware networking’, 11 a.m.; Youth Red Cross programme, Perumalpattu, 3 p.m.
• Smot School of Business: Workshop on ‘Personal and professional progress in Global economy’, 7 & 8, II Cross St., Nehru Industrial Estate, Perungudi, 9 a.m.
• Palaniappa Publishers: Founder’s Day and Literary Meet, Film Chamber Auditorium, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Midtown: Meeting, Hotel Taj Connemara, 6-30 p.m.
• Lions Club of Chennai Periamet: Meeting, YWCA, 1086, Poonamallee High Rd., Purasaiwalkam, 6-30 p.m.
• Voice of Dalit Forum: Founder’s Day, Devaneya Paavanar Library Hall, Anna Salai, 3-30 p.m.
• Prajapitha Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya: Meeting, Q-96, III Avenue, Anna Nagar, 5-30 p.m.
• Pudhumai Ilakkiya Thendral: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Grace of the Millennium group, CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; and Reality group, CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; and Meston College, Royapettah, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourde Shrine, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur; Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; Meston College, Royapettah; Risen Redeemers’ Church, Kodambakkam; and E.C.I. Christ Church, Padi Kuppam Rd., Anna Nagar West; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• International Tamil Research Institute: Book launch and guest lecture, 10-30 a.m.; Second Avenue Rd., Taramani, 2 p.m.
• Naada Inbam, 24992672: Today 6p.m. R. RAMANI Veena, Thanjavur Kumar, Pudukkottai Ramachandran. Ragasudha Hall.

12th February 2010

Culture Events

• Sandhya Padhipagam: Launch of publication, Discovery Book Palace, Mahaveer Complex, Munuswami Salai, K.K.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.
• INTACH-Chennai: Children’s Film Festival, Sri Sivaswami Kalalaya SSS., Mylapore, 11 a.m.

General Events

• Dignity Foundation: ‘Dignity Donor Privilege Programme’, Union Minister D.Napolean participates, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 4 p.m.
• Madras Mylapore Ladies Circle: Inauguration of classrooms, Union Minister D.Napolean participates, Ramalinga Mission Middle School, 7/1, Gangappa St., Vadapalani, 10 a.m.
• Indian Dental Association: Indian Dental Conference, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala participates, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 12.15 p.m.
• Tamil Nadu Government: Competition on graphic designing for students, Chief Minister M.Karunanidhi inaugurates through video-conferencing, College of Engineering, Guindy, 11 a.m.
• Cardiac Care Centre, Sri Ramachandra University: Cardiology Population Research Programme-Release of Phase I and II results and Inauguration of Phase III, Deputy Chief Minister M.K.Stalin and Minister M.R.K.Panneerselvam participate, Porur, 11 a.m.
• Balavidyalaya: Crystal jubilee, former President A.P.J.Abdul Kalam participates, College of Engineering, Guindy campus, 10.30 a.m.
• Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine: Awareness programme on tobacco control, Hotel Savera, 10 a.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Inauguration of tree plantation scheme, Mayor M.Subramanian participates, Corporation Playground, D.G.S. Dinakaran Salai, R.A.Puram, 10 a.m.
• Indian Association of Medical and Pharmaceutical Virologists: Symposium on ‘Effective Control of Emerging and Re-emerging Viral Diseases’, CLRI, Adyar, 9 a.m.
• Dr.K.M.Cherian’s Frontier Lifeline Hospital: Symposium on ‘Recent Trends in Paediatric Nutrition’, Hotel Comfort Inn Marina Towers, 1 p.m.
• Lifeline Multi Speciality Hospital: Launch of public-private partnership programme, Upgraded Primary Health Centre, Medavakkam, 4.45 p.m.
• Madras Management Association: All India Management Students’ Convention on ‘GenY@ind: Challenges for Young India’, Centenary auditorium, University of Madras, Chepauk, 10 a.m.
• People’s Watch and Human Rights Advocacy and Research Foundation: Consultation on an ‘Alternative police reforms draft framework to the Tamil Nadu State Police Bill 2008,’ ICSA, Pantheon Rd., Egmore, 10 a.m.
• Institution of Engineers: Seminar on ‘Recent trends in manufacturing’, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 9.30 a.m.
• State Bank of India: Inauguration of new premises of Thirumangalam branch, 386, East Main Rd., Anna Nagar West Extn., Thirumangalam, 9.30 a.m.
• Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan: National integration camp, Youth Hostel, Indra Nagar, Adyar, 11.45 a.m.
• Social Service Trust: Programme on global warming, Thanthai Periyar HSS., Puzhuthivakkam, 10 a.m.
• Sacred Heart College-Loyola College: Session on ‘En-gendering epistemologies: Implications for feminist philosophising’, Satya Nilayam, 201, Kalki Krishnamurthy Rd., Thiruvanmiyur, 9.30 a.m.
• University of Madras: Seminar on empowerment of women depicted in modern Hindi fiction, Dept. of Hindi, 11 a.m.; S.Arokianathan speaks on ‘Kalanthorum Mozhiunarvu’, Dept. of Tamil Literature, Marina campus, 3 p.m.
• IIT Madras: Visit of Bavarian Minister for Science Research and Arts, Wolsgang Heubisch, Adyar, Noon.
• MOP Vaishnav College for Women: Seminar on Mathematics, Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Chevalier T.Thomas Elizabeth College for Women: National symposium on Research Areas in Mathematics and Computer Applications, Sembium, 10 a.m.
• SSS Jain College for Women: Leprosy awareness programme, Madley Rd., T.Nagar, 2 p.m.
• RKM Vivekananda College: G.N.Pandey speaks on ‘Ethics in Management’, Mylapore, 9.30 a.m.
• GSS Jain College for Women: Entrepreneurship week – ‘India: Opportunities Within’, Vepery, 10.30 a.m.
• CPCL Polytechnic College: Convocation, Manali Express Highway, Manali, 3.30 p.m.
• DRBCCC Hindu College: Seminar on ‘Competency is the Core Dimension for Social Work Professionals’, Pattabiram, 9.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Entrepreneurship week, 11.30 a.m.; M.M.Jackson speaks on ‘Non destructive testing’, Thandalam, 1.30 p.m.
• Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering: Hostel Day, Muthapudupet, Avadi-IAF, 6 p.m.
• CSI Bishop Newbigin College of Education: Training programme on bio-diversity, 109, Dr.Radhakrishnan Rd., Mylapore, 10 a.m.
• Saveetha School of Management: Poster competition on entrepreneurship, Saveetha Dental College, Poonamallee High Rd., 10 a.m.
• Mahalakshmi Women’s College of Arts and Science: Tamizhpavai Mandram, Paruthipattu, 10.30 a.m.
• Madras School of Social Work: Seminar on ‘Food Security and Sustainable Livelihoods’, Casa Major Rd., Egmore, 9.30 a.m.
• Saveetha Engineering College: Beach cleaning campaign, Mayor M.Subramanian participates, near Light House, Marina beach, 8 a.m.; Workshop on troubleshooting of electrical equipment and computer hardware, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• Nazareth College of Arts and Science: AIDS awareness programme, Kannadapalayam, Avadi, 9.45 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Seminar on applications of open source technology, Perumalpattu, 2 p.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: National conference on ‘Role of Cryptography in Defence’, Surapet, 9.30 a.m.
• B.S. Abdur Rahman University: Lecture on ‘Entrepreneurial opportunities in the globalised market economy’, Vandalur, 10 a.m.
• Jaya Engineering College: Tamil Internet conference-School student competitions, Thiruninravur, 9 a.m.
• S.A.Engineering College: Workshop on recent trends in manufacturing technology, Veeraraghavapuram, Poonamallee-Avadi Rd., 9.30 a.m.
• Roja Muthiah Research Library: Stephen Hughes speaks on ‘Gramophone and Religious Practice in Colonial South India,’ 3rd Cross Rd., Central Polytechnic Campus, Taramani, 5 p.m.
• University Women’s Association: International Women’s Day, Queen Mary’s College, Kamarajar Salai, 4 p.m.
• Linc Pen and Plastics Ltd: ‘Spellinc-inter school spelling competition,’ Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 11 a.m.
• Annual Day: Singaram Pillai Matric. HSS., Villivakkam, 3 p.m.; T.S.T.Rajah Girls’ Matric. HSS, Kumbalamman Koil St., Tondiarpet, 3.30 p.m.; Sacred Heart’s Nursery and Primary School, Thuraiyur Nadar Kalyana Mandapam, S.R.P.Koil St., Agaram, 4 p.m.; Vels Vidyashram, Pallavaram, 4 p.m.; The Grove School, Sivagami Pethachi auditorium, M.Ct.M. Chidambaram Chettiyar School, Luz Church Rd., 5 p.m.; Chettinad Vidyashram, R.A.Puram, 5 p.m.; Dr.Nalli Kuppuswami Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College, Korattur, 5.30 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Central and Rotaract Club of A.M.Jain College: Prize distribution, A.M.Jain College, Meenambakkam, 1 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam; Kesari High School, T.Nagar; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; Assembly of God’s Church, Arumbakkam; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., East Tambaram; Magathalona Mariyal Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; Advent Middle School, Pallikaranai; Kevin School, Arathoon Salai, Royapuram; CSI St.Peter’s Church, Vyasarpadi and Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 7 p.m.

11th February 2010

General Events

• Tamil Nadu Slum Clearance Board: Foundation stone laying for multi-storied tenements and bus terminus, Deputy Chief Minister M. Stalin and Ministers K. Anbazhagan and Suba Thangavelan participate, Semmencherry-Nookampalayam Rd., Perumbakkam, 4 p.m.
• Government General Hospital: Inauguration of international congress and workshop on emerging frontiers in diseases of esophagus, stomach and obesity, Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam participates, Park Town, 4.30 p.m.
• Balavidyalaya: National conference on ‘Early intervention of deaf and hard of hearing challenges and achievements’, Minister Geetha Jeevan participates, Rani Seethai Hall, 603, Anna Salai, 10 a.m.
• Transportation Engineering Division and Centre of Excellence in Urban Transport Department of Civil Engineering, IIT-Madras: Indo-U.S. workshop on ‘Emerging trends in Intelligent Transportation Systems,’ IC&SR Auditorium, IIT-M, 8.30 a.m.
• Department of Economics, University of Madras: Lecture series on ‘Environment Economics, Chepauk, 10.30 a.m.
• Stella Maris College: Interactive session with former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Cathedral Rd., 4.30 p.m.
• Department of Communication, SRM Arts and Science College: Inauguration of photography and design exhibition, Lalit Kala Akademi, Greams Rd., 5 p.m.
• Prathyusha Institute of Technology and Management: Symposium on ‘Emerging trends in frontier disciplines of biotechnology,’ Poonamallee-Tiruvallur High Rd., 9 a.m.
• Velammal Engineering College: Seminar on networking, Velammal Nagar, Ambattur-Red Hills Rd., 9 a.m.
• Guru Shree Shantivijai Jain College for Women: Entrepreneurship Week, 96, Vepery High Rd., 9.30 a.m.
• S.A. Engineering College: Workshop on ‘Natural computing and image analysis using soft computing tools,’ Poonamallee, Avadi Rd., 9 a.m.
• Hindustan College of Arts and Science: Inter-collegiate literary meet, Padur, 9.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Infosys campus connect road show, Rajalakshmi Nagar, Thandalam, 9.30 a.m.
• P.B. College of Engineering: Training programme on power system protection and control, Irungattukottai, 9 a.m.
• Disney XD: ‘XD Sportstacular challenge’ 815, EVR Periyar Salai, Kola Perumal School St., Arumbakkam, 11 a.m.
• Velammal Matric HSS.: Prize distribution of state level science talent search exam, T.S. Krishna Nagar, 10.50 a.m.
• Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan SSS.: Workshop on educational methods, materials and managements, 17 Thirumalai Rd., T. Nagar, 9.30 a.m.
• Kumara Rani’s Chettinad Vidyalaya: Annual Day, Chettinad Vidyashram, R.A.Puram, 5 p.m.
• MCJ Special High School for the Hearing Impaired: Annual Day, 1175, School Rd., Anna Nagar West, 3.30 p.m.
• Ozavaram: Valedictory of golden jubilee celebrations, P.S.HSS., Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.
• Periyar Library Reader’s Circle: Lecture, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep it Simple Group, St. Joseph High School premises, 12, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, near Tower, Anna Nagar; Corporation School, Arunachalam St., Chepauk; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman Koil St., Selaiyur; C.S.I. Church, near O.T. Bus Stand, Ambattur; St. Sebastian Church Post Box Bus Stop, Madhavaram; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Narada Gana Sabha (Regd), Chennao-600018. Ph:24993201: Today Main Hall 6-30p.m. GAYATHRI GRISH, B.Ragavendra Rao, Poongulam Subramaniam, Papanasam Sethuraman. tICkets at hall.

10th February 2010

General Events

• Ulaga Thirukkural Peravai: Meeting, Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi participates, Anna Arivalayam, Teynampet, 4 p.m.
• Directorate of Collegiate Education: Inauguration of add-on courses, Minister K. Ponmudy participates, Quaid-E-Millath Govt. College for Women, Anna Salai, 11 a.m.
• IIT-Madras: Inauguration of Research and Development Session of Indian National Committee on Hydrology, ICSR auditorium, IIT-M, 10 a.m.
• National Literacy Mission Authority and State Resource Centre for Adult and Continuing Education: Inauguration of training cum workshop on Saakshar Bharat, Principal Secretary School Education M. Kutralingam participates, Anna Institute of Management, 163/1, Kumaraswamy Raja Salai, R.A.Puram, 10 a.m.
• Chennai Mathematical Institute: Talk on ‘Searches for micro-life in Earth’s atmosphere’ by J. V. Narlikar, CIT Campus, Taramani, 5-30 p.m.
• Indo Australian Chamber of Commerce: Talk on ‘Australian financial services industry – surviving the downturn’ by Rob Whitfield, Global Head, Westpac Institutional Bank, Sheraton Park Hotel, 5 p.m.
• Indian Overseas Bank: Soiled notes exchange programme, Esplanade branch, 11-30 a.m.
• All India Democratic Women’s Association: Confidence building camp for women, 27, V.V.Koil St., Teynampet, 10 a.m.
• Department of Commerce, Loyola College: Inauguration of national conference on ‘The impact of Foreign Direct Investment on Indian economy’, Nungambakkam, 9-30 a.m.
• SMOT School of Business: Talk on ‘Knowledge process outsourcing – emerging opportunities in IT BPO industry’, Perungudi, 5-30 p.m.
• Hindustan College of Arts and Science: State level symposium, Padur, 9 a.m.
• Ethiraj College for Women: Seminar on ‘Food safety’, Egmore, 9-30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology: Inauguration of Computer Society of India student chapter, Kuthambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Meenakshi College of Engineering: Free eye camp, Vembuliamman Koil St., West K.K.Nagar, 9-30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Entrepreneurship Development Cell – ‘My idea’ programme, Thandalam, 9 a.m.
• Saveetha Engineering College: Inauguration of E-week ’10, Thandalam, 2 p.m.
• Guru Shree Shantivijai Jain College for Women: Entrepreneurship week celebrations, Vepery High Rd., 9-30 a.m.
• Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College and Lions Club of Anna Nagar (324A-1): Blood donation camp, Vallabha Charya Hall, Arumbakkam, 8-30 a.m.
• Kamaraj Matriculation School: Annual day celebrations, Director of Matriculation Schools P.Mani participates, N.M.K. St., Ayanpuram, 4 p.m.
• Kulapati Dr. S. Balakrishna Joshi Gurukulam Matriculation HSS.: Silver jubilee celebrations, V.V.Nagar, Kolathur, 4-30 p.m.
• SBI Ladies Club: Annual day celebrations, SBI, 16, College Lane, Nungambakkam, 3 p.m.
• Gandhi Study Circle: Meeting, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya, 58, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6-45 p.m.
• MedIndia Clinical Society: Meeting, MedIndia Hospitals, Nungambakkam, 4 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean Group, St.Lourdes Church, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Loyola Matric. School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; St. Lukes Church, Anna Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniyamman Koil St., Egmore; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; Kondithope Welfare Centre, Wall Tax Rd.; and St. Mathias Church, Kamarajar Salai, K.K.Nagar, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Organising Committee: Launch of S. Vijayalakshmi’s book ‘S. Rajam and his contribution to Karnatic music’, President of The Music Academy N. Murali participates, TAG Centre, TTK Rd., Alwarpet, 7 p.m.

9th February 2010

General Events

• Indian Broadcasters Forum: National symposium of poets, Union Minister S.Jagathrakshakan participates, All India Radio, Kamarajar Salai, 5 p.m.
• Directorate of Collegiate Education: Inauguration of add-on courses, Minister K.Ponmudy participates, Quaid-E-Millath Govt. College for Women, Anna Salai, 11 a.m.
• Tamil Nadu Road Transport Workers HMS Federation: State conference, Minister K.N.Nehru participates, Raja Annamalai Mandram, Esplanade, 2 p.m.
• Muslim Educational Foundation: Annual Day, Minister S.N.M.Ubayathullah participates, Anna Salai, 4 p.m.
• Forum of Exnora Innovators Club of Virugambakkam and Saligramam: Launch of ‘Canal Warriors initiative,’ Mayor M.Subramanian participates, Chinmaya Nagar, Virugambakkam, 9 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras: Meeting, U.S. Consul General Andrew T.Simkin participates, Hotel Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.
• Institution of Engineers: Talk on ‘Hydrogen fuel –future prospects,’ 19, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.
• Institute of Company Secretaries of India: Meeting on ‘Recent developments in NBFC,’ ICSI-SIRC House, 9, Wheat Crofts Rd., Nungambakkam, 6 p.m.
• Chennai Mathematical Institute: Lecture on ‘Interaction between Astronomy, Physics and Mathematics,’ Plot H1, SIPCOT IT Park, Padur, 3-30 p.m.
• National Entrepreneurship Network: Entrepreneurship week observation, Chinmaya Heritage Hall, Chetpet, 10 a.m.; and DG Vaishnav College, Arumbakkam, 3 p.m.
• Chevalier T.Thomas Elizabeth College for Women: Discussion on journalism and sensationalism, Perambur, 2 p.m.
• Loyola College: Conference on ‘Investment in human capital,’ Nungambakkam, 9 a.m.
• SMOT School of Business: Lecture, Perungudi, 9 a.m.
• MEASI Institute of management: Seminar on strategies to overcome economic recession, Royapettah, 10 a.m.
• Saveetha Engineering College: E-week celebrations, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• GKM College of Engineering and Technology: Inauguration of ISTE Student Chapter, New Perungalathur, 2-30 p.m.
• Vaishnav College for Women: ‘Vaish Comfest,’ Chromepet, 9 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Business plan formation programme, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• Guru Nanak College: Lecture, Velachery, 9-30 a.m.
• Guru Shree Shantivijai Jain College for Women: Inauguration of Entrepreneurship week celebrations, Vepery High Rd., 10-30 a.m.
• Nandini Consultancy Centre: Programme on ‘Integrated herbal management,’ 54, 1st Main Rd., Thirumalai Nagar Annexe, Perungudi, 10 a.m.
• TAAMS: 10th anniversary day celebrations, Chennai Corporation Community Hall, Harrington Rd., 5-30 p.m.
• Indian Education Trust: Annual day of Sri Sankara SSS. and Sri Sankara Vidyashramam Matric. HSS., The Music Academy, 5-30 p.m.
• Dr.B.M.Sundaravadanan Primary and Matric. HSS.: Annual day, Shenoy Nagar, 5 p.m.
• YMCA: Pattimanram, Esplanade, 6 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya School, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Dr.M.G.R.Janaki Matric. School, Arcot Rd., Saligramam; Holy Angels School, Chromepet; C.S.I.Church, O.T. Bus Stand, Ambattur; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya School, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam; St.Joseph Anglo Indian HSS., Vepery; Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T.Colony, New Washermenpet; Christ the King Church, Butmedu, Peravaloor; Thiruvalluvar Library, Valasarawakkam, 7 p.m.; and St.Bede’s Anglo Indian School, Santhome, 7-30 p.m.

8th February 2010

General Events

• SRM University: Convocation, Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar participates, Kattankulathur, 10.45 a.m.
• Vels University: Entrepreneurship development programme, Velan Nagar, Pallavaram, 10 a.m.
• Annai Veilankanni’s College of Arts and Science: Inter-departmental cultural fest ‘AVC-Fest’, V.G.P. Salai, Saidapet, 2 p.m.
• Loyola Economics Association for Development: Conference on ‘Investment in human capital’, Nungambakkam, 9 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology: Inauguration of SAE club, Kuthambakkam, 11 a.m.
• Velammal College of Management and Computer Studies: E-Week celebration, Velammal Nagar, Ambattur-Redhills Road, 2 p.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Inauguration of E-Week celebration, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• Ethiraj College for Women: Inauguration of Entrepreneurial Bazaar, Egmore, 9 a.m.
• M.N.M. Jain Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Power plant engineering’, Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 10-30 a.m.
• C.T.T.E. College for Women: ‘Muthamizh Vizha’, Sembium, 10 a.m.
• Hiroshima Prefecture: Programme on ‘Higher education and employment opportunities in Hiroshima, Japan’, Vivekananda Auditorium, Anna University, 2-30 p.m.
• Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Video discussion on ‘Workplace violence’, 148-K, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thoraipakkam, 5-30 p.m.
• Chennai Mathematical Institute: Lecture on ‘Interaction between Astronomy, Physics and Mathematics’, Plot H1, SIPCOT IT Park, Padur, 3-30 p.m.
• Tamil Etymological Dictionary Project: Devaneya Paavanar lecture, C-48, Anna Nagar, 11 a.m.
• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India: Meeting, Premier of Bermuda Ewart Frederick Brown participates, ICAI Bhavan, 122, Nungambakkam High Rd., 6 p.m.
• Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha: Talk on ‘Thirukkural’, by V.V. Natarajan, 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.
• All India Drivers Progressive Association: Drivers Day celebration, Madras Centre Hall, 21, Dr. Thirumurthi Nagar Main Rd., Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.
• Pudhumai Ilakkiya Thendral: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Grace of the Millennium group, CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; and Reality group, CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; and Meston College, Royapettah, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourde Shrine, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur; Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; Meston College, Royapettah; Risen Redeemers’ Church, Kodambakkam; and E.C.I. Christ Church, Padi Kuppam Rd., Anna Nagar West; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Music Club IIT Madras: Today at 7.00p.m. at CLT, Sembanarkoil SRGS. MOHANDAS & PARTY, Nadaswaram.

6th February 2010

General Events

• Rotary International District 3230: ‘Dimensions 10’ conference, Union Minister Salman Khurshid participates, Convention Centre, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 9 a.m.
• National Domestic Workers’ Movement: Meeting, Union Minister Mallikarjun Kharge participates, Santhome HSS., Santhome High Rd., 1-30 a.m.
• National Union of BSNL Workers: State conference, Union Minister S. Jagathrakshakan participates, Sri Balaji Mahal, Works Road, Chromepet, 3-30 p.m.
• Shriram Group: Bharatiyar birth anniversary, Union Minister S. Jagathrakshakan and The Hindu Managing Director N. Murali participate, Krishna Gana Sabha, T.Nagar, 5 p.m.
• Co-optex: Inauguration of new showroom, Minister K.K.S.S.R. Ramachandran participates, Kuralagam, Parrys, 11-30 a.m.
• AMET University: International seminar on ‘Opportunities for maritime research,’ Hotel Le Royal Meridien, 10 a.m.
• Organising Committee: Convention on rights of all disabled, Kerala Samajam, 903, Poonamallee High Rd., 9 a.m.
• University of Madras: Valedictory of national seminar on ‘Urban Sustainability and Issues,’ Mayor M. Subramanian participates, Chepauk, 4 p.m.
• India Post: Opening of Domestic and International Parcel and Packaging Centre, North Usman Road post office, T.Nagar, 10 a.m.
• Thanthai Periyar Muthamizh Manram: Anniversary, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.
• SITU Council of Educational Research: Prize distribution, P.S. HSS., Mylapore, 3-30 p.m.
• ABVP: State Conference, Thana St., Purasaawalkam, 6 p.m.
• Gremaltes Hospital: Free cataract screening camp, 5/95, SCB Building, Shenoy Nagar, 9 a.m.
• Science City: Lecture on ‘Lifestyles and cancer, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 11 a.m.
• SBI: Property Fair 2010, Vijay Shree Mahal, Anna Nagar, 11.30 a.m.
• Thiru.Vi.Ka. HSS.: Anniversary celebrations, Shenoy Nagar, 4 p.m.
• Anna Adarsh Matriculation HSS: Annual Day, Anna Nagar, 10-30 a.m.
• SSBSC Vivekananda Vidyalaya Matriculation School: Annual Day, Mudichur, 5-30 p.m.
• St.John’s Matriculation HSS.: Annual Day, Villivakkam, 5 p.m.
• Everwin Matric. HSS.: Kolathur Thiruvizha, Kolathur, 9 a.m.
• MMA: Workshop on ‘Value Based Management,’ Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9-30 a.m.
• Srinivas Youngmen’s Association: Child Fest 2009-10, NKT Girls HSS., Dr. Besant Rd., Triplicane, 5-30 p.m.
• Prakrithi Foundation: Lecture on ‘Chennai’s Biodiversity,’ Wallace Garden, 2nd Main Rd., Nungambakkam, 7 p.m.
• Medical Research Foundation: Lecture on ‘Lacunae in modern medicine: Why shun Ayurved,’ Sankara Nethralaya, College Rd., 5-30 p.m.
• Broadcast Engineering Society: Seminar on ‘Emerging trends in digital communication,’ Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology Vinayaka Missions University, Paiyanoor, 10 a.m.
• Swami Vivekanananda Social Service Centre: Free book distribution, Eleven Star Social Service Association, Sembakkam Village, 5-30 p.m.
• Sri Ram Dayal Khemka Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College: Preprimary Day, Ellaiamman Koil St., Tiruvottiyur, 5-30 p.m.
• The Kasthuriba Club: Annual day competitions, Karaneeswarar temple, Mylapore, 3 p.m.
• Senthamizh Virumbigal Maamanram: Tamilar Tiruvizhaa, Ramakrishna Matric. HSS., 71, Bazullah Rd., T.Nagar, 4-30 p.m.
• The Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Lecture, Alagappa School, Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.
• World Tamil Benefactors Federation: Meeting, 4, Anthony St., Royapettah, 5-30 p.m.
• Lions Club of Chennai T.Nagar: Blood donation camp, Laxmathi Towers, Padmanaba St., T.Nagar, 9 a.m.
• MOP Vaishnav College for Women: National seminar on ‘Financial security and wealth creation,’ Nungambakkam High Rd., 9 a.m.
• Jaya Engineering College: Scintilla 2K10, Tiruninravur, 8-30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Workshop on ‘OPNET,’ Thandalam, 9 a.m.
• Panimalar Engineering College: Conference on information science and applications, Poonamallee, 9 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology: Workshop on ‘Manager as a team leader,’ Kuthambakkam, 9-30 a.m.
• Anna Nagar Tamil Peravai: Lecture, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar West Extn., 5-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, 47, Lazarus Church premises, Foreshore Estate; and New Attitude Group, St. Andrews Church premises, 123, Kalathiappa St., Choolai, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore; ECI Zion Church, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ekkaduthangal; Advent Christ Middle School, Velachery Rd., Sembakkam; Risen Christ Church, Paper Mill Rd., Peravallur; Williams Girls’ HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah; Alagumuthu Mariamman Kalyana Mandapam, Korukkupet; William Girls HSS., Royapettah; and Ascension Church, Railway Colony, Aminjikarai, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Tamil Heritage Group: Presentation on ‘Paintings of Ajanta,’ Thakkar Bapa campus, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 5-30 p.m.

5th February 2010

General Events

• Labour Department: Distribution of prizes to industrial units, Minister T.M. Anbarasan participates, TNPCB office, Guindy, 4 p.m.
• University of Madras: Inauguration of seminar on ‘Urban sustainability and issues’, Minister Parithi Ellamvazhuthi participates, F-50, Centenary Building, Chepauk, 9 a.m.
• Muruga Dhanushkodi Girls HSS.: Annual Day, Ministers Poongothai Aladi Aruna and A.Thamizharasi participate, Tondiarpet, 4 p.m.
• Tamil Nadu State Legal Services Authority: Inauguration of Lok Adalat for ICICI Bank cases, Madras High Court campus, 9.30 a.m.
• Madras Institute of Development Studies: Meeting on ‘Development and destruction on a waterway: critical examination of transportation and restoration projects on River Cooum’, 79, II Main Rd., Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, 3 p.m.
• Institute of Internal Auditors India: All India conference on internal audit, Hotel Taj Connemara, 9.30 a.m.
• ICWAI-SIRC: Meeting on ‘negotiation skills’, ICWAI Bhawan, Montieth Lane, Egmore, 6.30 p.m.
• Rail Payanigal Podhunala Sangam: Inauguration of Nemilichery Railway Station, Jaya College, Nemilichery, 4.30 p.m.
• National Domestic Workers Movement: Silver jubilee celebrations, Asha Nivas, Rutland Gate 5th St., 10 a.m.
• Andhra Chamber of Commerce: Seminar on ‘VAT audit and GST’, Hotel GRT Grand, 10 a.m.
• GSSV Jain College for Women: Programme on ‘Climate change and role of youth’, Medha Patkar participates, Vepery, 11 a.m.
• AMET University: Passing out ceremony of first batch of B.E. Marine Technology cadets, 135, East Coast Road, Kanathur, 4.30 p.m.
• Indian Institute of Material Management: ‘SPECTRUM 2010’, Hotel Accord Metropolitan, 9.15 a.m.
• Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University: Conference on ‘Wildlife conservation, health and disease management – a post millennium approach’, Madras Veterinary College, Vepery, 5 p.m.
• Association of Management Students, SCSVM University: KAN-FAIR 2010, Aringnar Anna Arangam, Kancheepuram, 9 a.m.
• Pachaiyappa’s College: Centenary celebrations of C.Ilakkuvanar, P.H. Rd., 10.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Dataware housing – an overview and latest trend’, Thandalam, 10.30 a.m.
• Loyola College: Conference on mathematics and computer science, Nungambakkam, 9 a.m.
• Vivekananda College: Rotaract Club’s free dental camp, Mylapore, 9.30 a.m.
• Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering: HITZE 10 technical symposium, Manimangalam, 9 a.m.
• Vaithika Sri: Meeting, Sankaracharya Sri Math, 55/30, Agasthiyar St., Tambaram, 6.30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fathima Church, United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.
• Al Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam: Kesari High School, Pondy Bazaar; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; Assembly of God’s Church, Arumbakkam; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., Tambaram; Magathalona Mariyal Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; Advent Middle School, Oil Mill Bus Stop, Pallikaranai; Kevin School, Arathoon Salai, Royapuram; CSI Peter’s Church, near Jeeva Railway Station, Vyasarpadi; and Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Satguru Sri Thiagaraja Aradhana Sabha: Aradhana festival, Balaji Nagar, Nanganallur, 5.30 p.m.
• Organising Committee: Discussion on ‘Mamallaiyin Imaya Chirpam’, Kasba Restaurant, 36, Ramasamy St., Tambaram, 5.30 p.m.

4th February 2010

General Events

• Queen Mary’s College: Seminar on `Economic contribution of women – a multi dimensional approach’, Member of Parliament Kanimozhi participates, Kamarajar Salai, 10 a.m.
• Great Lakes Institute of Management: Launch of MBA programme in Energy Management, Chief Secretary K.S.Tripathi participates, The Park Hotel, 3 p.m.
• State Election Commission: Launch of publication `Birds eye view on local body elections’, 6, Revathy St., Vadapalani, 11 a.m.
• University of Madras: Inauguration of Promotion of University Research and Scientific Excellence programme, CEO and MD of Brah Mos, A.Sivathanu Pillai, participates, Chemical Sciences Auditorium, Guindy Campus, 10.30 a.m.
• Chennai Corporation: Yoga training and medical check up for staff, Ripon Building, 11 a.m.
• Anna University and PWD: Inauguration of training programme on `Seismic risk evaluation of buildings using Rapid Visual Screening technique’, Anna University, 10 a.m.
• Billroth Hospitals: Launch of CANSWER cancer awareness campaign by Dr.V. Jeganathan Foundation, Mithran Devenesan, educationist Mrs.Y.G.Parthasarathy and US Consul General Andrew T.Simkin participate, GRT Convention Centre, noon.
• British Council: Education UK Exhibition, Hotel Taj Coromandel, 2 p.m.
• S.A. Engineering College: Conference on `Recent advancements in embedded system technology’, Poonamallee-Avadi Rd., Veeraraghavapuram, 9.30 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Lecture on `Electrical power systems and machines’, Perumalpattu, 11 a.m.
• Jaya College of Arts and Science: HDFC Bank Job Fair, CTH Rd., Thiruninravur, 10 a.m.
• Jamalia HSS.: Meelad Day function and 36th inter-school Meelad Essay competition prize distribution, Perambur, 10 a.m.
• V.K.K. Ammani Ammal Matriculation School: Annual day celebrations, 37th St., Sankar Nagar, Pammal, 4 p.m.
• Bonfiglioli Cheerfuture Land: Inauguration of boy’s home, Manjabadi, Arakkonam, 9.30 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Chenna Patna: Meeting, Hotel Savera, 6.30 p.m.
• Lions Club Chennai Royapuram Heritage: Meeting, Hotel Quality Inn Sabari, 7 p.m.
• Periyar Library Reader’s Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, P.S.HSS., R.K. Mutt, Rd., Mylapore; Corporation School, Arunachalam St., Chinthadripet; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Church of Christ, Anna Nagar; Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman Koil St., Selaiyur; CSI Church, OT Bus Stand, Ambattur; and St.Sebastian Church, Thapal Petti Bus Stop, Madhavaram, 7 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep It Simple Group, St. Joseph School, 12, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.

3rd February 2010

General Events

• Women’s Christian College: Symposium on health, Minister Poongothai participates, College Rd., 9.50 a.m.
• TANUVAS: Conference on wildlife conservation, Minister Pongalur N. Palanisamy participates, Vepery, 10 a.m.; Conference on innovative technologies to aid better production, Ministers T.M.Anbarasan and Pongalur N. Palanisamy participate, Research Centre, Kattupakkam, 4 p.m.
• Tamil Nadu State Legal Services Authority: Inauguration of Mega Lok Adalat for SBI cases, Madras High Court Chief Justice H.L.Gokhale participates, High Court Campus, 9.30 a.m.
• Government Kilpauk Medical College: Inauguration of sanitary napkins vending machine, 10 a.m.
• University of Madras: ‘Media and society’ seminar, Chepauk, 10.30 a.m.
• Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Lecture on ‘Business plan’, Thandalam, 10 a.m.
• S.A. Engineering College: Lecture, Poonamallee-Avadi Rd., 4 p.m.
• Sri Sai Ram Engineering College: Seminar, West Tambaram, 10 a.m.
• Sriram Engineering College: Inauguration of ISTE student chapter, Perumalpattu, 11 a.m.
• Jaya College of Arts & Science: Inauguration of certificate course, C.T.H. Rd., Thiruninravur, 3.30 p.m.
• Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women: Launch of e-learning programme, University of Madras Vice-Chancellor G. Thiruvasagam participates, Madley Rd., T. Nagar, 10.30 a.m.
• St. Thomas College of Arts & Science: ‘Rear 2010’ photographic competition and exhibition, Koyambedu, 10 a.m.
• Stella Maris College: Valedictory of national seminar on ‘Quality in higher education: from assurance to enhancement’, Cathedral Rd., 3.30 p.m.
• Sir Theagaraya College: Blood donation camp, Old Washermenpet, 9.30 a.m.
• Sushruthi: ‘Purandara Dasa Day’ celebrations, Karnataka Sangha, 111, Habibullah Rd., T. Nagar, 10.30 a.m.
• Rotary Club of Meenambakkam: Meeting, Hotel Savera, 6.30 p.m.
• Kodambakkam Subbarayan Nagar Women’s Exnora Club: Meeting, 7/1, 5th St., Dr. Subbarayan Nagar, Kodambakkam, 11 a.m.
• Chennai Vyasarpadi MKB Nagar Jain Swetambar Terapanth Trust: Blood donation camp, Krishna Mahal Marriage hall, Vyasarpadi, 11 a.m.
• Chromepet Chapter of Humour Club International: Meeting, GGN Matric. HSS., Radha Nagar, Chromepet, 10.30 a.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean group, St. Lourdes Church premises, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Loyola Matric. School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; St. Lukes Church, Anna Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniyamman Koil St., Egmore; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; Kondithope Welfare Centre, Wall Tax Rd. and St. Mathias Church, Kamarajar Salai, K.K.Nagar, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Ulaga Thamizhar Peravai, University of Madras: Meeting to commemorate Anna Centenary, University premises, Chepauk, 8 a.m.

2nd February 2010

General Events

• Poonamallee Municipality: Inauguration of Perarignar Anna Bus Terminus and laying of foundation stone for second phase of work, Deputy Chief Minister M. K. Stalin and Minister K.P.P. Sami participate, Poonamallee, 5 p.m.
• Department of Employment and Training: Career guidance fair and seminar, New College, Royapettah, 10-30 a.m.
• SRM University: National conference on ‘Recent Advances in Materials and Methods of Chemistry’, Kattankulathur, 10 a.m.
• Stella Maris College: National seminar on ‘Quality in higher education: from assurance to enhancement’, Cathedral Rd., 9-30 a.m.; Department of Sociology, Shekar Dattatri delivers Sister Christine Endowment Lecture on ‘Whose Planet is it anyway?’, 11 a.m.
• Association of Social Work, Loyola College and National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities: Sports meet for children with multiple disabilities, NIEPMD campus, Muttukadu, 9-30 a.m.
• Madras Sanskrit College: K. Anantharaman delivers Dr. C. S. Krishnaswami Iyer’s Endowment Lecture, Mylapore, 2-55 p.m.
• Madras Management Association: All India Management Students’ Convention, 148-K, Rajiv Gandhi Salai., Thoraipakkam, 10 a.m.
• SSI Development Society-St.John’s Ambulance: Pedestrian Safety awareness programme, 714, CTH Rd., Mannurpet, Padi, 10 a.m.
• Fortis Malar Hospital: Launch of Basic Life Support Programme for Auto drivers, Adyar, 3-30 p.m.
• Dr.Ambedkar Academy: Lecture on Dr. Ambedkar’s thoughts, 73, L Block, Anna Nagar, 6 p.m.
• Padma Sarangapani Matric. HSS: Annual day, Villivakkam, 5 p.m.
• Young Men’s Christian Association: Avvai Natarajan speaks on ‘Purananooru’, YMCA Esplanade, 6 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Marina: Meeting, Alumni Club, Boat Club Rd., 7 p.m.
• Lions Club of Chennai Royapuram North: Inauguration of Tobacco and Cancer awareness programme, near Labour Statue, Marina Beach, 9 a.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Dr. MGR Janaki Matric. School, Arcot Rd., Saligramam; Holy Angels School, GST Rd., Chromepet; CSI Church, near OT bus stand, Ambattur; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam; St.Joseph Anglo Indian HSS, Vepery; Port and Dock Primary School, MPT Colony, New Washermenpet; Christ the King Church, Butmedu, Peravallur; and Thiruvalluvar Library, Valasaravakkam, 7 p.m. and St.Bedes Anglo Indian School, Santhome, 7-30 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Government Museum: Exhibition on Snakes, Centenary Exhibition Hall, Govt. Museum, Egmore, 11 a.m.
• Dravida Kazhagam-The Rationalists Forum: Launch of S.M.Mushrif’s book ‘Who Killed Karkare?’, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.

1st February 2010

General Events

• Social Welfare & Nutritious Meal Programme Department and Help Age India: Sensitisation workshop on ‘Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, Rules and Welfare of Disabled’, Union Minister D. Napolean and State Minister Geetha Jeevan participate, Anna Institute of Management, P.S. Kumaraswami Raja Salai, R.A. Puram, 10-30 a.m.
• Toshiba JSW Turbine & Generators (P) Ltd.: Foundation stone laying ceremony, Deputy Chief Minister M. K. Stalin participates, Ennore, 5-30 p.m.
• Indian Overseas Bank: Inauguration of Mobile ATM, Deputy Chief Minister M.K. Stalin participates, Secretariat, 10-30 a.m.
• National Deceased Donor Transplantation Network: Inauguration of certificate course on Transplant Coordination, Hotel Benzz Park, 9-15 a.m.
• MNM Jain College: Workshop on ‘Networking NS2/ OPNET’, Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 9 a.m.
• Centre for Buddhist Studies: Lecture on ‘Three Good Deeds’, F-50, Madras University Centenary Building, Chepauk, 2-30 p.m.
• The Society of Auditors: Meeting to felicitate T.A. Manoharan, Hotel Palmgrove, 6-45 p.m.
• Madras Management Association: Students Convention, 148-K, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thoraipakkam, 10 a.m.
• S.D.N.B. Vaishnav College for Women: Blood donation camp, Chromepet, 9 a.m.
• Lions Clubs International: Meeting, The Checkers Hotel, 5-30 p.m.
• Lions Club of Periamet: Meeting, Hotel Ashoka, 7 p.m.
• Rotary Club of Madras Midtown: Meeting, Hotel Taj Connemara, 6-30 p.m.
• World Thirukkural Peravai: Talk on ‘Thirukkural and Perumpanatrupadai’ by Malayaman, Azhagappa School, Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.
• Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha: Talk on ‘Mahatma Gandhi’ by S.K. Santhamoorthy, 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.
• Pudhumai Ilakkiya Thendral: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Grace of the Millennium group, CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; and Reality group, CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery, 7 p.m.
• Al-Anon: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; and Meston College, Royapettah, 7 p.m.
• Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Our Lady of Lourde Shrine, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur; Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; Meston College, Royapettah; Risen Redeemers’ Church, Kodambakkam; and E.C.I. Christ Church, Padi Kuppam Rd., Anna Nagar West; Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Culture Events

• Sri Ram Samaj: Inauguration of Sri Thyagaraja Mahotsavam, Ayodhya Aswametha Mahamandapam, West Mambalam, 5-30 p.m.
• Community Care Trust: Launch of documentary film and book, ICSA Centre, Pantheon Rd., Egmore, 4 p.m.