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dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 21 April 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: B.Sundar Kumar, Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.; Nagai Mukundan, Sri Sath Sangam, 16, Anna Salai, Pammal, 7 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Keeranur Ramamurthi, Rajkumar Sulochana Matric. HSS., 44th St., Nanganallur, 6 p.m.

Gita: Mitrananda, Meenakshi Matric. HSS., TVS Avenue, Anna Nagar West Extn., 6.45 p.m.

Svethasvataropanishad: K.Srinivasan, Sankara Gurukulam, C.P.Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

Thirunavukarasar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 10.20 a.m.; A.Velayudan, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

Taittriya Saram: R.Krishnamurthy, Tattvaloka, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 6 p.m.

Rama Navami Celebrations: Ayodhya Aswameda Mahamandapam, West Mambalam, 6.30 p.m.

General

National Defence College Alumni Association-Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, University of Madras: Release of Chennai Vision Document, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala participates, Raj Bhavan, 11.30 a.m.

U.S. Consulate General: Discussion on 'Climate Change and the Future of Wetlands', MSSRF, 3rd Cross St., Taramani, 11 a.m.; Presentation on 'Climate Change and Wealth in Wetlands', CRENIEO-IFDP campus, Old Shell Factory site, Pulicat, 5 p.m.

Public Relations Society of India: Panel discussion on 'Leveraging PR in Today's Business Environment', Hotel Savera, 6.30 p.m.

Indian Society of Non-Destructive Testing: 'ISNT Day', Hotel Radha Regent, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, 7 p.m.

University of Madras: P.Jeevanandam Centenary Memorial lecture, Marina campus, 2 p.m.

Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women: Seminar on 'Choice Based Credit System: Challenges and Benefits', Teynampet, 9 a.m.

Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology: College Day, Paiyanoor, 3 p.m.

Sri Ramanujar Engineering College: College day, Vandalur, 2 p.m.

Quaide Milleth College for Men: Graduation Day, Tambaram-Velachery Main Rd., Medavakkam, 3.30 p.m.

YMCA Pattimanram: S.Chellappan speaks on Arignar Anna's literary works, YMCA Esplanade, 6 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras: Former Chief Election Commissioner T.S.Krishnamurthy speaks on 'The Politics and Economics of Elections 2009', Hotel Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port & Dock Primary School, M.P.T.Colony, New Washermenpet; St. Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam, GST Rd., Chromepet; Christ King Church, 24, Achin Lake St., GKM Colony, Butt Medu; Sri Sankara Vidhyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam and C.S.I. Church, O.T.Bus Stand, Ambattur, 7 p.m. and St.Bede's High School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, First Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 22 April 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: B. Sundar Kumar, Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.; Nagai Mukundan, Venkadatri Mandapam, Sri Sath Sangam, 16, Anna Salai, Pammal, 7 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Keeranur Ramamurthy, Rajkumar Sulochana Matric. School, 44th St., Nanganallur, 6 p.m.

Thirumandiram: T. V. Venkataraman, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Sivagnana Thirumurai: J. Mahadevan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Panchadasi: S. Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue, Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4.30 p.m.

Sopanapanchakam: V. Abhiramasundaram, Sri Sankara Gurukulam, C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

Dravida Vedam: Venu. Raza Narayanan, Sri Santhana Venugopalaswamy Temple, Mint, 6 p.m.

Taittiriya Saram: R. Krishnamurthy Sastrigal, 76, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 6 p.m.

Thiruvarutpayan: V. Sivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

Arulicheyal Arulisai: Kalakkadu Rama Sethalakshmi, Santhana Venugopalaswamy Temple, Mint, 5 p.m.

Ramana Kedra: 59th Aradhana Celebrations, 41, Alarmelmangapuram, Mylapore, 7 a.m.

CULTURE

Madras Book Club and Westland Ltd.: Meeting on Devdutt Pattanaik's book '7 secrets from Hindu calendar art,' Hotel Connemara, 7 p.m.

Rajaji Centre for Public Affairs: Launch of publication 'Indian- An ideal labour or slave,' Palkhivala Arbitration Centre, Karpagambal Nagar, Mylapore, 5 p.m.

GENERAL

Earth Day celebrations: Courtyard by Marriott, Cleaning Marina programme, Gandhi Statue, 7 a.m.; The Spastics Society of Tamil Nadu, U.S. Consul General Andrew T. Simkin participates, Taramani, 10.30 a.m.; U.S. Consulate General, lecture on 'Climate change and the future of wetlands' by research ecologist Beth Middleton, C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre, Eldams Rd., Alwarpet, 11 a.m.; Exnora International, 11, 6th St., Sankara Nagar, Pammal, 10 a.m.; ICF East Colony, Perambur, 5 p.m.

Indian Science Monitor: Presentation of 6th annual achievement award function, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Science and Technology Centre: Painting competition, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 9 a.m.

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India: Meeting, ICAI Bhavan, Nungambakkam, 6.15 p.m.

Tamil Writers' Forum: Meeting, Deivanaeya Paavanar District Library, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.

Indian Bank: Opening of new premises of Kolathur Branch, 12A, Red Hills Rd., Kolathur, 9 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras East: Lecture on Chennai Metro by Managing Director of Chennai Metro Rail Ltd. T.V.Somanathan, Hotel Park Sheraton, 6.30 p.m.

Smile Foundation: Launch of enhancement of infrastructure and quality education, Panchayat Union Primary School, Melnallathur, Kadambathur block, 3.30 p.m.

Murthuzaviya Educational and Cultural Foundation of South India: Valedictory function of Murthuzaviya Calligraphy and Graphic Design Centre, Triplicane, 4 p.m.

D.G. Vaishnav College: 45th College Day celebrations, Arumbakkam, 5 p.m.

Jaya Engineering College: Placement day, Prakash Nagar, Thiruninravur, 10.30 a.m.

D.R.B.C.C.C. Hindu College: 33rd Graduation Day, Pattabiram, 3 p.m.

Shri Andal Alagar College of Engineering: College Day, GST Rd., Mamandur, 10.30 a.m.

Nehru Middle School: 8th Annual Day celebrations, Nehru Nagar, Velachery, 4.30 p.m.

Gandhi Study Centre: Lecture, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya Campus, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6.45 p.m.

The Indian Roads and Transport Development Association: Lecture, Hotel Palmgrove, 6.30 p.m.

Medindia Clinical Society: Meeting, Medindia Hospitals, Nungambakkam, 2.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St. Lukes Church, Anna Nagar; Loyola Matriculation School, Kodambakkam; C.S.I. Good Shepherd Church, Velachery; and Kondithope Police Community Hall, Walltax Rd., 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai Today 23 April

RELIGION
Ramayanam: B. Sundar Kumar, Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.; Nagai Mukundan, Sri Sath Sangam, 16, Anna Salai, Pammal, 7 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Keeranur Ramamurthy, Rajkumar Sulochana Matric. School, 44th St., Nanganallur, 6 p.m.; Navalpakkam Narasimhan, 1, 26th St., Thillai Ganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Adiyargal Perumai: Kannan, 24, 3rd St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Anandamayadikaranam: R. Krishnamurthy, Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

Chillarai Rahasyas: M.K. Srinivasan, 23/7, Narmada flats, Motilal St., T.Nagar, 3.30 p.m.

Nalayira Divyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar (West Extn.), 10.30 a.m.

Thirumurai: J. Mahadevan, Marundeeswarar temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

The Mylapore Veda Adhyayana Sabha: 'Shankara Jayanthi', 23, Pitchu Pillai St., Mylapore, 3 p.m.

Sivaprakasam: S.Gangadharan, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

GENERAL
Chennai Corporation, Chennai Culinary Institute and Rotary Club: Opening of sales counter of Winners Bakery, St.Bede's School, Santhome, 6.30 p.m.

The IACC and U.S. Consulate General: 'Earth Day', SIDCO Industrial Estate, Guindy, at 4 p.m.

Andhra Mahila Sabha I.P.D. Orthopaedic Centre: Annual Day, Dr.Durgabai Deshmukh Rd., 4.30 p.m.

Jain International Trade Organisation: Session on 'New business opportunities in India', Mctm Chidambaram Chettiar HSS., Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 5 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras T. Nagar: Meeting, Hotel Residency Towers, 6.30 p.m.

Seva Chakra Orphanage: Annual Day, 89/41, Sami Pillai St., Choolai, 6 p.m.

TMSSAO: Summer tree-planting programme, 6, Philips Street, Esplanade police station premises, 9 a.m.

YMCA (Royapettah): Toastmaster Club meeting, Royapettah grounds, 6.30 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.

The Shakespeare Millennium Club: Meeting, Cosmopolitan Club, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.

Adyar Tamil Sangam: Meeting, Youth Hostel, Indira Nagar, 6 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep it simple group, St.Joseph High School, 12, Vepery High Rd., 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, W-76, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; St.Sebastian Church, Post Box Bus Stop, Madhavaram; St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 24 April 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: B.Sundar Kumar, Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.; Nagai Mukundan, Sri Sath Sangam, 16, Anna Salai, Pammal, 7 p.m.; S.B.Kalyana Rama Battachariyar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7.15 p.m.

Mahabharatam: Keeranur Ramamurthi, Rajkumar Sulochana Matriculation School, 44th St., Nanganallur, 6 p.m.

Sivagnanabodham: K.Sivakumar, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Sivananda Lahree: V.Rajagopala Ganapadigal, Sri Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

Thiruvarutpayan: S.Gangadharan, Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K.Rd., Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

Uddava Upadesham: S.Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4.30 p.m.

Sri Sankara Vijayam: Sundararama Dikshithar, Sri Parameswaran Arangam, Devi Academy Schools, Alapakkam Main Rd., Valasaravakkam, 6.30 p.m.

Ramanujam Vaibavam: K.B.Devarajan, Sri Venkatesa Perumal Koil, B.B.Rd., Vyasarpadi, 7 p.m.

Culture

Alandur Fine Arts Club, Benze Vacations Club and UAA: 100th show of UAA and Y.Gee M's "Swadeshi Aiyar", Actor Kamal Haasan and The Hindu Managing Director N.Murali participates, Kamarajar Arangam, Teynampet, 6.45 p.m.

Indo-Russian Cultural and Friendship Society, Tamil Nadu and Russian Centre of Science and Culture: Meeting to Felicitate writer D.Jayakanthan, Russian Cultural Centre, 74, Kasturi Ranga Rd., Alwarpet, 6 p.m.

Maatru: Interactive session on 'Tamil Theatre in Singapore', Book Point, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.

Sri Aurobindo Society: Launch of publication, AP-514, J Block, 8th St., Anna Nagar, 6 p.m.

General

Measi Urdu Academy: Meeting to felicitate National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language members Chander Bhan Khayal and K.Malikul Azeez, Prince of Arcot Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali participates, Measi Institute of Management, New College, Royapettah, 6 p.m.

Central Leather Research Institute: Foundation Day celebrations, CLE chairman Habib Hussain participates, Triple Helix Auditorium, CLRI, Adyar, 10 a.m.

Indian National Group of the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering: Seminar on "Retaining Structures", IMAGE Auditorium, MRC Nagar, R.A.Puram, 9.30 a.m.

Air India: Meeting to felicitate judges of 'Rank and Bolt Awards', 19, Rukmani Lakshmipathy, Egmore, 5.30 p.m.

Federation of Indian Export Organisations: Workshop on Operationalisation of Stimulus Package, Hotel The Checkers, 11 a.m.

Easwari Engineering College: Graduation Ceremony, DST Secretary T.Ramasami participates, Bharathi Salai, Ramapuram, 3 p.m.

Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women: College Day, Periyar Nagar, Korattur, 4 p.m.

Sree Sastha Institute of Engineering and Technology: College Day, Sree Sastha Nagar, Chennai-Bangalore Highway, Chembarambakkam, 4 p.m.

Meston College of Education: College Day celebration, Royapettah, 5 p.m.

Chellammal Women's College: Graduation Day, 112, Anna Salai, Guindy, 3.30 p.m.

Velammal MHSS.: Valedictory ceremony of "Spark of Summer – 2009", West Mogappair, 9 a.m.

Bank of India: Opening ceremony of Washermenpet branch, 123, G.A.Rd., 10 a.m.

Dignity Foundation: Talk on "Age Well – Look Great", Automobile Association of Southern India, 187, Anna Salai, 5 p.m.

Sevalaya: Summer special camp, Kasuva Village, Thiruninravur, 4 p.m.

MMA: Workshop on 'Innovation and problem solving skills', Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9.30 a.m.

Muthamizh Aaivu Manram: Lecture on "Pavendhar Bharadhidasan", Branch Library, M.K.B.Nagar, Vyasarpadi, 6 p.m.

Lions Club of Madras Cosmopolitan: Meeting, Presidency Club, 7 p.m.

Lions Club of T.Nagar: Free medical check-up camp, Meenakshi College for Women, Kodambakkam, 10 a.m.

Zak Trade Fairs & Exhibitions Pvt.Ltd: Architect Construction Specialty Expo 2009, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 10.30 a.m.

Global Hospitals and Health City: CME, Perumbakkam, 3 p.m.

Bharat Sewak Samaj: Mahathmaavai Vananguvom, Gandhi Mandapam, Sardar Patel Rd., Guindy, 4 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church Premises, 3, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kesari High School, T.Nagar; Kevin School, Arathoon Rd., Royapuram; Singaram Pillai Boy's High School, Villivakkam; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; St.Mariyal Magadalona Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., East Tambaram; and Assembly of Gods Church, 207, 100 Feet Road, Arumbakkam, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 25 April 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: Nagai Mukundan, Venkadatri Mandapam, Sath Sangam, 16, Anna Salai, Pammal, 7 p.m.; S.B. Kalyana Rama Battachariar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram, 7-15 p.m.

Mahabaratham: Keeranur Ramamurthi, Rajkumar Sulochana Matric. School, 44th St., Nanganallur, 6 p.m.

Gita: R. Badrinath, Russian Centre for Science and Culture, 74, Kasturi Ranga Rd., 10 a.m.

Narayaneeyam: P.L. Balasubramanian, Aasthika Samajam, 3rd St., Venkateswara Nagar, Pozhichalur, 5 p.m.

Bhaja Govindam: Shrihariprasad, 7/15, New Giri Rd., T. Nagar, 10 a.m.

Thirumandiram: Kanaga Subramaniam, Ekambareswarar Temple, Park Town, 6 p.m.

Bakhthi Rasayanam: S. Vasan Ramanan, Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6-45 p.m.

Brahmasatyam Jaganmithya: N. Veezhinathan, Sanskrit College, Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Madhra Kavi Aazhwar: V. Ramamurthy, Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Purasawalkam, 6-30 p.m.

Veda Mahimai: N.V. Deviprasad, P.S. HSS., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Naalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W 146, Anna Nagar West, 10-30 a.m.

Thondar Adiyin Thirumalai: S. Raghuveera Battachariyar, Seetharama Bavanam, Hariharan Hospital Rd., Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Dhaati Panchakam: P.T. Seshadri, Andalammal Matam, 84, Sanjeevaroyan Koil St., Old Washermenpet, 6-45 p.m.

Thiruvarutpayan: S. Saravanan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Thiruvilayadal Puranam: S. Paramasivam, Leo MHSS., Anna Nagar West, 5-30 p.m.

Sri Guru Paramparai: K.B. Devarajan, Sita Devi Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya, 2, Kalamegham St., East Tambaram, 6-30 p.m.

The Mother's Prayers and Meditation: M.K. Ramaswamy, 5, Smith Rd., off Anna Salai, 6-30 p.m.

Culture

Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation: Jewel expo, Poompuhar, 10 a.m.

Sri Arunodayam Charitable Trust: Cultural Day, 35, Sivananda Nagar, Kolathur, 2 p.m.

MTS Academy: Summer workshop for children, 29-B, Medavakkam Main Rd., Hotel Sri Vignesh, Kilkattalai, 3 p.m.

National Theatres: Drama festival, Raja Annamalai Manram, Esplanade, 6-30 p.m.

ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI: Stamp exhibition, 37(110), Nelson Manickam Rd., Aminjikarai, 10 a.m.

Mudhra: Launch of publication, Narada Gana Sabha, TTK Rd., 6 p.m.

Sri Krishna Fine Arts Society: Decennial celebrations, Varasiddhi Vinayakar Pravachana Mandapam, The Hindu Colony, Nanganallur, 6 p.m.

Dbica: Short film festival, 45, Landons Rd., Kilpauk, 9 a.m.

General

DRBCCC Hindu College: Graduation Day, Madras High Court judge S. Rajeswaran participates, Pattabiram, 11 a.m.

Srinivasa Ramanujan Academy of Maths Talent: Distribution of awards, N. Murali, Managing Director, The Hindu, participates, PS HSS., Mylapore, 9-30 a.m.

Madras Hire Purchase Association: Inauguration of FINCON 2009, GRT Temple Bay Beach Resort, Mamallapuram, 9-30 a.m.

Saint John's Educational Trust: Presentation of best teacher award, Kalaivanar Arangam, Wallajah Rd., 10-30 a.m.

KJ Research Foundation: Commemoration of Needy little hearts programme, 152, Poonamallee High Rd., 11 a.m.

School of Architecture and Planning Alumni Association: Architech conclave-2, Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 9-30 a.m.

Computer Society of India: Meeting, CPT campus, Taramani, 6-30 p.m.

ICAI-SIRC: Lecture on 'Challenges to the accounting profession', 122, Nungambakkam High Rd., 6-15 p.m.

IEEE Madras Section: Lecture on 'DDR3 technology and trends in storage', Hotel Palmgrove, 5-45 p.m.

Ilakkiya Chintanai: Meeting, 5, Chitanranjan Salai, Teynampet, 6-30 p.m.

Madras Management Association: Certificate course on finance management and human resource management, Thoraipakkam, 3 p.m.

Chennai Friends Forum: Meeting, Sankara Vidyalaya Matric. School, II Link St., Sadasiva Nagar, Madipakkam, 6-30 p.m.

Spartan: Spelling bee contest, Vidyodaya School, Tirumalai Pillai Rd., T. Nagar, 10 a.m.

Matlab Users Association: Course on Matlab software and its application, 13, Heritage Venkateswara Nagar, Karambakkam, Porur, 2 p.m.

Indian Society of Industrial and Fiscal Economics: Launch of publication, Hotel Chola Sheraton, 9 a.m.

Indian Institute of Materials Management: Materials Management Day, Hotel Savera, 6 p.m.

Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Lecture on 'A philosophy of Marcus Aurelius', Alagappa School, Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.

Indian National Group of International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering and Highways Dept.: Valedictory of seminar on 'Retaining Structures', IMAGE auditorium, R.A. Puram, 3-30 p.m.

Shri Natesan Vidyasala MHSS. and Karuna International: Teacher training programme on 'humane education', Mudichur Rd., Mannivakkam, 10 a.m.

Human Rights Protection: Meeting, MGR Rd., Nanganallur, 5 p.m.

St. John Ambulance: First Aid training programme, Mayor V.R. Ramanathan Rd., Chetpet, 10 a.m.

Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering: New media conference, Muthapudupet, Avadi, 9-30 a.m.

Saveetha Dental College and Hospital: Free medical camp, St. Thomas Nursery Primary School, Keevalur, 9 a.m.

Meenakshi College of Engineering: College Day, 12, Vembuliamman Koil St., West KK Nagar, 5 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Housing Board Pensioners' Welfare Association: Meeting, Anna Marriage Hall, Ashok Nagar, 8-45 a.m.

Vadapalani Women's Exnora Club and Gengappa Street Women's Civic Exnora: Health awareness programme, 46/12 Gengappa St., Vadapalani, 10-30 a.m.

T. Nagar Dr. Narasimhan II Street Civic Exnora: Meeting, 8, Dr. Narasimhan II St., 6-30 p.m.

Y's Men International: Meeting, Hotel Green Park, 7 p.m.

Toastmasters International: Meeting, 73, 4th Main Rd., Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, 3-30 p.m.

Lions Club of Chennai Periamet: Meeting, 19/47, II floor, Perianna Maistry St., Periamet, 4-30 p.m.

Frameboxx Animations and Visual Effects: Workshop on 'high end VFX- camera tracking', Teja Tower, 2nd Avenue, Anna Nagar, 10-30 a.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Luz Church, 47, Luz Church Rd.; and New Attitude Group, St. Andrews Church, 123, Kalathiappa St., Choolai, 7 p.m.

Al Anon: Meeting, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 8 a.m.; Community Service Centre, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ekkaduthangal; Risen Christ Church, Peravallur; Williams Girls HSS., Royapettah; P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore; and Alagu Andavar Tirukoil, Korukkupet, 7 p.m.  :confused

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 27 April 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: Nagai Mukundhan, Sath Sangam, Anna Salai, Pammal, 7 p.m.; S.B. Kalyanarama Bhattachariar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7-15 p.m.

Mahabaratham: Keeranur Ramamurthi, Rajkumar Sulochana Matriculation School, 44th St., Nanganallur, 6 p.m.

Brihadaranyaka Upanishad: S. Vasudevan, 11, First Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4-30 p.m.

Thevaram: J. Mahadevan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Chillarai Rahasyas: M.K. Srinivasan, 23/7, Narmada Flats, Motilal St., T.Nagar, 3-30 p.m.

Jeevanmukthi Vivekam: Manidravid, Sri Sankara Gurukulam, 8/20, C.P. Ramaswamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6-45 p.m.

GENERAL

Parasu Dental Hospital: Governor Surjit Singh Barnala inaugurates speciality dental centre, 11/3, III Cross St., Kasturba Nagar, Adyar, noon.

Chennai Corporation: Sir Pitti Theagarayar birth anniversary, Ripon Buildings, Park Town, 9 a.m.

Central Leather Research Institute: World intellectual property day celebration, Adyar, 2-15 p.m.

SICCI and U.S. Consulate General: World Intellectual Property Day Roundtable, U.S. Consulate General, 220, Anna Salai, 6-30 p.m.

Association of Chartered Accountants, Chennai: Lecture on 'Tedious T.D.S. with special reference to latest amendments', 128, N.S.C. Bose Rd., George Town, 6-30 p.m.

State Bank of India: Inauguration of branch, Plot No. 1236, 18th Main Rd., Anna Nagar West, 3-30 p.m.

Dravidar Kazhagam: Felicitations to stage artistes, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 7 p.m.

Developers India: Seminar on 'Gender emancipation and civil society in India', Russian Cultural Centre, 74, Kasturi Ranga Rd., Alwarpet, 9-30 a.m.

Hindustan University: Training programme for capacity building of architects in earthquake risk management, Padur, 10 a.m.

Sankaradoss Swamigal Ninaivu Mandram: Avvai T.K. Shanmugham birth anniversary celebration, Rani Seethai Hall, Anna Salai, 6-30 p.m.

Madras Sanskrit College and S.S.V. Patasala: Lecture on 'Bhaja Govindham', 84, Royapettah High Rd., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Sevalaya: Seminar on 'Job opportunities for village youth and ladies', Kasuva Village, Thiruninravur, 11 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Midtown and Annets Club: Rotary awards ceremony, Hotel Taj Connemara, 6-30 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Mount and Rotary Club of Chennai Mambalam: Meeting, Alumni Club, Boat Club Rd., R.A. Puram, 7 p.m.

Sugam Hospital and NTPC: Dental camp, Goundarpalayam School, Minjur, 10 a.m.

Lions Club of Central Madras: Meeting, Hotel Savera, 7-30 p.m.

Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha: V.V. Natarajan speaks on 'Thirukkural', 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 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 Lourdese 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 Lourdese 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, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 28 April 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: S.B. Kalyanarama Battachariyar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7.15 p.m.

Maandukya Bhashyassaram: R. Krishnamurthi, Madras Sanskrit College, Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Thirumurai: J. Mahadevan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Jeevan Mukthi Vivekam: Manidravid, Sri Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

GENERAL

Anna University-Centre for Environmental Studies: Indo-German workshop on 'Strategic planning for water supply and waste-water management,' Guindy, 9.30 a.m.

Great Lakes Institute of Management: Convocation, 9.30 a.m.; Inauguration of 'new green campus at Mahabalipuram,' Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, 2 p.m.

The Society of Auditors: Lecture on 'Tax issues in a counting standard,' 4, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Chennai Real Estate Agents Association: Meeting, Hotel Taj Coromandel, 7 p.m.

Y.M.C.A.: Henry Alfred Krishnapillai anniversary celebrations, Esplanade, 6 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras: Talk on 'Stem cells and their potential,' Hotel Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T. Colony, New Washermenpet; St. Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam, GST Rd., Chromepet; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam; and C.S.I. Church, O.T. Bus Stand, Ambattur, 7 p.m.; and St. Bedes High School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self help group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m

dhilipkumar

Chennai today - 29-Apr-2009

RELIGION
Ramayanam: S.B. Kalayanrama Bhattachariyar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7.15 p.m.

Purushothamayogoam: Goda Venkateswara Sastrigal, Sanskrit College, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Panchadasi: S.Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4.30 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Thiruvarutpayan: V. Sivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhanatha Perumanram, Venkatesa Agraharam, Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

Paduka Sahasram: Vaidehi Narasimhan , PRR Mini Hall, 23, Dhanalakshmi St., MGM Nagar, Thiruvallur, 9.30 a.m.

Sri Shankara's Avataram: Goda Venkateswara Sastrigal, 8/20, C.P.Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 11 a.m.

Sri Shankara Jayanthi: 61, Vellala St., Purasawalkam, 7.30 a.m.; Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 6 p.m.

Life and teachings of Sri Shankara and Sri Ramanuja: Atmashraddhananda, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Dakshajananda, Vivekanandar Illam, Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane, 7 p.m.

culture
South Zone Cultural Centre and Valli Art Gallery, Erode: Birth anniversary of Raja Ravi Varma, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala distributes prizes to students, Raj Bhavan, 5.30 p.m.

Paavendar Pasarai: Kavidhai Thiruvizha, Devaneya Pavanar District Central Library, Anna Salai, 5.30 p.m.

Rudralife: Exhibition on Rudrakshas, C P Art Centre, Alwarpet, 9 a.m.

GENERAL
Chennai S.N.D.P. Union: Centenary celebrations of R.Sankar, former Kerala Chief Minister, Union Minister Vayalar Ravi and former Governor of Tamil Nadu P.C. Alexander participate, Chinamaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 5 p.m.

Madras Round Table No.95 and AIKYA: Launch of publication, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala participates, Raj Bhavan, 11 a.m.

Roja Muthiah Research Library Trust and Madras Library Association: Lecture on `Role of Libraries in preserving our cultural assets' by V.Sriram, 3rd Cross Rd., CPT Campus, Taramani, 5 p.m.

Indian Network for People Living with HIV/AIDS and Family Health International: 'Positive Journey Through Life' photo exhibition, The Park, 10.30 a.m.

The Institution of Engineers: Road Safety lecture, Series VI – Systems Approach, Transportation Engineering Department, Anna University, 4.30 p.m.

Dr.MGR University: 21st Annual day, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Velappanchavadi, Chennai-Bangalore Highway, 4.30 p.m.

Sankara Nethralaya Women Auxilliary: Meeting to felicitate Rajasthan Shree Award winner , 18, College Rd., 11 a.m

Chamber of Indirect Tax Professionals: Inauguration of chamber, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 6.45 p.m.

NKT National College of Education for Women: 42nd Graduation day, 41, Dr.Besant Rd., Triplicane, 11 a.m.

MedIndia Clinical Society: Meeting, MedIndia Hospitals, Nungambakkam, 2.30 p.m.

City Youths' Union: Lecture on `History of Dravidian Movement', 38/34, Manickam St., Choolai, 6.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St. Luke's Church, IInd Main Rd., Anna Nagar; Loyola Matriculation School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; and Kondithope Police Community Hall, Wall Tax Rd., 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean group, St.Lourdes Church, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.


dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 29 April 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: S.B. Kalayanrama Bhattachariyar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7.15 p.m.

Purushothamayogoam: Goda Venkateswara Sastrigal, Sanskrit College, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Panchadasi: S.Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4.30 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Thiruvarutpayan: V. Sivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhanatha Perumanram, Venkatesa Agraharam, Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

Paduka Sahasram: Vaidehi Narasimhan , PRR Mini Hall, 23, Dhanalakshmi St., MGM Nagar, Thiruvallur, 9.30 a.m.

Sri Shankara's Avataram: Goda Venkateswara Sastrigal, 8/20, C.P.Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 11 a.m.

Sri Shankara Jayanthi: 61, Vellala St., Purasawalkam, 7.30 a.m.; Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 6 p.m.

Life and teachings of Sri Shankara and Sri Ramanuja: Atmashraddhananda, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Dakshajananda, Vivekanandar Illam, Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane, 7 p.m.

culture

South Zone Cultural Centre and Valli Art Gallery, Erode: Birth anniversary of Raja Ravi Varma, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala distributes prizes to students, Raj Bhavan, 5.30 p.m.

Paavendar Pasarai: Kavidhai Thiruvizha, Devaneya Pavanar District Central Library, Anna Salai, 5.30 p.m.

Rudralife: Exhibition on Rudrakshas, C P Art Centre, Alwarpet, 9 a.m.

GENERAL

Chennai S.N.D.P. Union: Centenary celebrations of R.Sankar, former Kerala Chief Minister, Union Minister Vayalar Ravi and former Governor of Tamil Nadu P.C. Alexander participate, Chinamaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 5 p.m.

Madras Round Table No.95 and AIKYA: Launch of publication, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala participates, Raj Bhavan, 11 a.m.

Roja Muthiah Research Library Trust and Madras Library Association: Lecture on `Role of Libraries in preserving our cultural assets' by V.Sriram, 3rd Cross Rd., CPT Campus, Taramani, 5 p.m.

Indian Network for People Living with HIV/AIDS and Family Health International: 'Positive Journey Through Life' photo exhibition, The Park, 10.30 a.m.

The Institution of Engineers: Road Safety lecture, Series VI – Systems Approach, Transportation Engineering Department, Anna University, 4.30 p.m.

Dr.MGR University: 21st Annual day, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Velappanchavadi, Chennai-Bangalore Highway, 4.30 p.m.

Sankara Nethralaya Women Auxilliary: Meeting to felicitate Rajasthan Shree Award winner , 18, College Rd., 11 a.m

Chamber of Indirect Tax Professionals: Inauguration of chamber, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 6.45 p.m.

NKT National College of Education for Women: 42nd Graduation day, 41, Dr.Besant Rd., Triplicane, 11 a.m.

MedIndia Clinical Society: Meeting, MedIndia Hospitals, Nungambakkam, 2.30 p.m.

City Youths' Union: Lecture on `History of Dravidian Movement', 38/34, Manickam St., Choolai, 6.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St. Luke's Church, IInd Main Rd., Anna Nagar; Loyola Matriculation School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; and Kondithope Police Community Hall, Wall Tax Rd., 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean group, St.Lourdes Church, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 30 April 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: S. B. Kalyanarama Bhattachariar, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7.15 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Narasimhan, Desigan Swamy Pravachana Mandapam, 26th St.,

Thillai Ganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Sivapragasam: S.Gangadaran, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

Ramanuja Vaibhavam: M. A.Venkatakrishnan, TTD Information Centre, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Sankara Vijayam: Manidravid, Sankara Gurukulam, Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10.30 a.m.

Thirukovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

'Vallalai Thanda Vallal': Raza Narayanan, Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Mint, 6 p.m.

Aurobindo: N. Rama Sarma, 20/43, Babu Rajendraprasad St., West Mambalam, 7 p.m.

'Aeri Pattha Nayanar': K. Sivakumar, 24, 3rd St.,

Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

General

Panasonic: Minister Arcot N.Veeraswami inaugurates showroom, D Block, Kilpauk Garden Rd., Anna Nagar East, 1 p.m.

Madras Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Palkhivala Foundation: Janata Party president Subramanian Swamy speaks on 'Perceptions of the challenges which the Indian Economy will face', Hotel GRT Grand Convention Centre, 6.30 p.m.

Seethakathi Trust-U.S.Consulate General: Valedictory function of English language training workshop for Madrasah teachers, U.S. Consul General Andrew T. Simkin and Prince of Arcot Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali participate, B.S.Abdur Rahman University, Vandalur, 11 a.m.

Chartered Accountants Study Circle: Meeting, Prince Arcade, 22-A, Cathedral Rd., 6.15 p.m.

ICWAI-SIRC: Seminar on 'Transfer Pricing', Montieth Lane, Egmore, 9.30 a.m.

Institute of Company Secretaries of India: Meeting on 'Updates on Takeover Code', 9, Wheatcrofts Rd., Nungambakkam, 6 p.m.

Confederation of Tamizhaga Hindu Religious Temples' Lease Holders Association: Meeting, Selvarani Marriage Hall, S.N.Chetty St., Kalmandapam, Royapuram, 4 p.m.

Women's Indian Association: Inauguration of equipment donated by SBI, 177, Greenways Rd., R.A.Puram, 4.30 p.m.

All India RPF Association-Southern Railway: Meeting, RPF Mobilisation Hall, Park Town, 11 a.m.

Presidency College Alumni Association: Annual reunion, 6 p.m.

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering: Lecture on wealth management, Manimangalam, 11 a.m.

Rajarajeswari Engineering College: Annual Day, A.C.S.Medical College and Hospital, Velappanchavadi, 4.30 p.m.

Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Engineering and Technology: College day, Mamallapuram, 4 p.m.

N.K.T.National College of Education for Women: College Day, Dr. Besant Rd., Triplicane, 11 a.m.

Max Academy: Launch of CD and book on 'The Art of Effective Parenting,' World University Service Auditorium, Spur Tank Rd., Egmore, 8.15 p.m.

Periyar Library Readers' Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, W-76, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; St.Sebastian Church, Thapalpetti, Madhavaram; St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep It Simple group, St.Joseph High School, Vepery High Rd., 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 2 May 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: S.B.Kalyanarama Battachariyar, 4, Madhavan St., Tambaram Sanatorium, 7.15 p.m.

Villibharatham: K. Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Krishna Gana Sabha, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Vishnu Sahasranamam: Sudha Sheshayyan, Karpaga Vinayakar temple, Karpagam Gardens, Adyar, 7 p.m.

Arum Perum: Kidambi Narayanan, 19/9, Ramanujam St., Choolaimedu, 3.45 p.m.

Bhakti Yoga: L.Sampath Kumar, P.S.HSS., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Dhaati Panchakam: P.T.Seshadri, 84, Sanjeevaroyan Koil St., Old Washermenpet, 6.45 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar (West Extn.), 10.30 a.m.

'Peyarin perumai': Ethiraja Ramanujadasan, 7, Hariharan Hospital Rd., Nanganallur, 6.45 p.m.

Sankara Vijayam: Manidravid Sastrigal, Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6.45 p.m.

Thiruyundiar: V.Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

'Mother's Prayer and Meditations': M.K.Ramaswamy, 5, Smith Rd., Anna Salai, 6.30 p.m.

Culture

Anna Nagar Tamizh Peravai: Meeting, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar (West Extn.), 5.30 p.m.

Ulaga Thirukkural Maiyyam: Meeting, Valluvar Kottam, Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.

General

Indian Institute of Security Management: Silver jubilee, IC & SR Auditorium, IIT-Madras, 10.30 a.m.

Institute of Public Auditors of India: Consultation on 'Governance and Accountability beyond certificates and reports', Hotel Palmgrove, 9 a.m.

Organising committee: Workshop on paediatric laparoscopy and robotic surgery, Chettinad Hospitals, Kelambakkam, 9 a.m.

ICWAI-SIRC: Meeting, ICWAI Bhavan, Montieth Lane, Egmore, 6 p.m.

Leucoderma Awareness Movement – India: Launch of documentary, Surana Thangam Hall, 118, Rajaji Rd., West Tambaram, 9.30 a.m.

SRM University: Launch of 'The Bioexpress' – students' bulletin, Kattankulathur, 2 p.m.

Jaya Engineering College: Guest lecture on 'Career advancement', Thiruninravur, 1 p.m.

Sakthi Engineering College: Seminar on 'Latest trends in solid modelling', St.Mary's Nagar, Thiruninravur, 2 p.m.

Dr.Chitra S.Narayanaswamy Centenary Trust: Lecture, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 10.30 a.m.

Dr. Ambedkar Academy People's Educational Trust: Career guidance seminar for plus two students, Dr.A.Padmanaban Mansion, l-73, Anna Nagar East, 9.30 a.m.

Chemical Industries Association: 'S. Krishnaswamy Memorial Endowment Lecture', Hotel Accord Metropolitan, 4 p.m.

Sri Ramakrishna Math: Talk on 'Sri Ramakrishnarin Amudha Mozhigal', Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

The Tamil Nadu Intellectuals' Forum: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6 p.m.

The Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Meeting, Alagappa School, G.K. Rd., Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Lazarus Church, 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, St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 8 a.m.; and Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ekkaduthangal; Risen Christ Church, Anna Salai Bus Stop, 6, Paper Mills Rd., Peravallur; Williams Girls HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah; P.S. HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd. and Alagu Andavar Tirukoil, Korukkupet, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 04 May 2009

RELIGION

Villibharatham: K. Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Krishna Gana Sabha, T.Nagar, 6-30 p.m.; Nagai Mukundhan, Narada Gana Sabha Mini Hall, Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.

Brihadaranyaka Upanishad: S. Vasudevan, 11, First Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4-30 p.m.

Vishnu Sahasranamam: Sudha Seshayyan, Karpaga Vinayakar temple, Karpagam Gardens, Adyar, 7 p.m.

Baktha Vijayam: Ravi Kashyap Bhagavathar, Prasanna Yoga Anjaneyar temple, Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6-30 p.m.

Sadasiva Brahmendral: Neyveli D. Thyagarajan, Sitadevi Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya, Kalamegam St., East Tambaram, 6-45 p.m.

Chillarai Rahasyas: M.K. Srinivasan, 23/7, Narmada Flats, Motilal St., T.Nagar, 3-30 p.m.

Thiruyundiar: V. Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Thirukkural in Pathittrupathu: Thanga Arumugham, Azhagappa School, Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.

CULTURE

Russian Centre of Science and Culture and Indo-Russian Culture and Friendship Society: Inauguration of photo exhibition, 74/27, Kasturi Ranga Road, Alwarpet, 5-30 p.m.

GENERAL

Government Museum: Lecture on 'Safeguarding the quality of environment', Egmore, 11 a.m.

Madras Institute of Development Studies: Launch of Malcolm Audiseshiah centenary celebration, MSSRF chairman M.S. Swaminathan participates, 79, II Main Rd., Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, 10 a.m.

PSBB Group of Schools/ IIT- Madras and Sastra University: Science enrichment programme for Plus two students, IIT-Madras, Adyar, 9 a.m.

U.S. Consulate General: Exhibition commemorating 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Junior's pilgrimage to India, Periyar Science and Technology Centre, 25, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 4 p.m.

Rotary Club of Anna Nagar Aadithya: Meeting, Rotary Centre, Egmore, 7-30 p.m.

SKR Engg. College: Cannes Advertising Film Review, Agarmel, Poonamallee, 11 a.m.

Sriram Engg. College: Workshop for faculty members, Perumalpattu, 9 a.m.

Syndicate Bank: Inauguration of new premises, 6, Govindan St., Ayyavoo Colony, Aminjikarai, 9-30 a.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 Lourdese 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 Lourdese 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, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 5 May 2009

RELIGION

Villi Bharatham: Nagai Mukundan, Narada Gana Sabha, T.T.K.Rd.; K. Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Sri Krishna Gana Sabha, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Ramanama Sankirtanam: Abhiramananda, Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Thiruyundiar: V. Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Evanavan: Venu Raza Narayanan, Santhana Venugopalaswamy Temple, Mint, 6 p.m.

Sindhaikku Iniya Sivam: Madhivannan, Ekambareswarar Koil, Amaindhakarai, 7.30 p.m.

GENERAL

Government General Hospital: World Asthma Day and 175th year of Madras Medical College, Principal Secretary Health and Family welfare V. K. Subburaj participates, 10.30 a.m.

Devan Endowments: Presentation of Devan Memorial Medal, Sivagami Pethachi Auditorium, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

TATA: Launch of New Starbus, Lady Andal Venkata Subba Rao School, Harrington Rd., 7.30 p.m.

Periyar Library Readers' Circle: Lecture, Periyar Thidal, 6.30 p.m.

Central Prison: Counselling programme for homemakers, Puzhal, 10.30 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras: Presentation of vocational service award, Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.

Ruthu Vanam: Launch of publication, Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, Balfours Road, Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sankara Vidyalaya, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T. Colony, New Washermenpet; St.Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam, Chromepet; Christ King Church, GKM Colony, Butt Medu; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, Sadasivam Nagar, Madipakkan; C.S.I. Church, O.T. Bus Stand, Ambattur; 7 p.m., St.Bede's HS., Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 06 May 2009

RELIGION

Villi Bharatham: Nagai Mukundan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.; K. Kalyanaraman, Sri Krishna Gana Sabha, Maharajapuram Santhanam Salai, T. Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

Lalita Sahasranamam: Rajagopalan, Karpaga Vinayagar Temple, Karpagam Gardens, Adyar, 7 p.m.

Thirumurai Isai: Ganesan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Panchadasi: S. Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4-30 p.m.

Arumugham Aana Porul: Madhivannan, Ekambareswarar Temple, Aminjikarai, 7-30 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Atmashraddhananda, Vivekananda Illam, Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane, 7 p.m.

CULTURE

Rajasthan Hasta Kala Samiti: Rajasthan craft fair, Sri Sankara Hall, T.T.K. Rd., 11 a.m.

Goodnews Homes Ministries: Exhibition on music books, Bibles and mission books, Memorial Hall, Park Town, 10 a.m.

GENERAL

Tamil Nadu Electrical Inspectorate: Electrical safety week, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 5 p.m.

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University: CME programme on 'Thyroid disease,' Guindy, 2-30 p.m.

International Institute of Tamil Studies: Seminars, CPT campus, Taramani, 10-30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Indian National Socialist Organisation: Meeting and symposium on voters' awareness, Sesha Graha, 16, 10th Cross St., Dandeeswarar Nagar, Velachery, 6 p.m.

Madras Management Association-Kondrad Adenauer Foundation: Video discussion on 'Targeting for performance,' MMA House, Thoraipakkam, 5-30 p.m.

Landmark: World Kids Colouring Day – colouring competition for kids, Apex Plaza, Nungambakkam, 3 p.m.

Gandhi Study Centre: Booking reading session, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya, 58, Venkatnarayana Rd., T. Nagar, 6-45 p.m.

The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India: Seminar on 'Recent internal auditing standards,' ICWAI Bhavan, Montieth Lane, Egmore, 10 a.m.

Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College: Graduation day, Arumbakkam, 5-30 p.m.

Raja Rajeswari Engineering College: Graduation Day, Adyalampattu, 3.30 p.m.

St. John's Safety and Health Society: World press freedom day, LLA Building, 735, Anna Salai, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St. Luke's Church, 2nd Main Rd., Anna Nagar; Loyola Mat. School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; C.S.I. Goodsheperd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; and Kondithope Police Community Hall, Walltax Rd., 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Staying Clean Group, St. Lourdes Church, Don Bosco School, 29, Paper Mills Rd., Permabur, 7 p.m.; and Keep it Simple Group, St. Joseph High School, 12, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 07 May 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: Ravi Kashyap, Sri Prasanna Yoga Anjaneyar Temple, Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6.30 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Desigan Swami Pravachana Mandapam, 1, 26th St., Thillai Ganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Villi Bharatham: Tiruchy K.Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Sri Krishna Gana Sabha, Maharajapuram Santhanam Salai, T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Soundarya Lahari: Ganapathydasan, 24, 3rd St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Thirumandiram: M. K. Prabaharamoorthy, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Arutperunjothi: Madhivannan, Ekambareswarar Temple, Aminjikarai, 7.30 p.m.

Sivapragasam: S. Gangadaran, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 5.45 p.m.

Sri Sankara Vijayam: R.Krishnamurthy Sastrigal, TTD Information Centre, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Chillarai Rahasyas: M. K. Srinivasan, 23/7, Narmada Flats, Motilal St., T.Nagar, 3.30 p.m.

CULTURE

Organising Committee: Launch of publication, Rajan Eye Care Hospital, Vidhyodaya II Cross St., T.Nagar, 5.30 p.m.

GENERAL

National Safety Council and Inspectorate of Factories: Inauguration of specialised training programme on `Best practices in safety, health and environment,' Hotel Radha Regent, 9.30 a.m.

Government Museum: Tourism Endowment Lecture on `Man and Mushroom', Centenary Exhibition Hall, Egmore, 11 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Centenary Commemoration: Presentation of the 'For The Sake of Honour' award to former Director General of Police CL. Ramakrishnan, The Hindu Managing Director N. Murali participates, Hotel New Woodlands, 6.30 p.m.

National Testing Service and University of Madras: Inauguration of convention on 'testing and evaluation', Senate Hall, Chepauk campus, 10.30 a.m.

Dignity Foundation: Talk on Yoga for Senior Citizens, Lister Metropolis Laboratory, 3, Jagannathan Rd., Nungambakkam, 5 p.m.

Lions Club of Golden Park: Meeting, Hotel Quality Inn Sabari, 7.30 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Lecture on Annavin Naadaka Pani by K.Thirunavukarasu, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, W-76, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; St.Sebastian Church, Thapal Petti Bus Stop, Madhavaram; St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman Street, Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In  Chennai Today 08 May 2009

RELIGION

Villi Bharatham: Nagai Mukundan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.; K. Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Sri Krishna Gana Sabha, Maharajapuram Santhanam Salai, T.Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

Katopanishad: Brahmayoganand, 25, Chakrapani St. Extn., West Mambalam, 7 p.m.

Thiruvarutpayan: S. Saravanan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Abirami Andathi: M. A. Manickavelu, Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha, TTK Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.

Uddava Upadesam: S. Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4-30 p.m.

Lalitha Sahasranamam: Rajagopalan, Karpaga Vinayagar Temple, Karpagam Gardens, Adyar, 7 p.m.

Kandar Andathi: Gomugam, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Narasimha Jayanthi: ISKCON, Bhakthivedanta Swami Rd., off East Coast Rd., Akkarai, 4 p.m.

CULTURE

Chinmaya Mission-Marg Group: Launch of publication, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 6-30 p.m.

Mahasakthi Seethaladevi Temple: Launch of publication, Kubera Nagar Extn., Madipakkam, 6-15 p.m.

International Institute of Tamil Studies: Launch of publication, Second Main Rd., Taramani, 11 a.m.; Tholkaapiyar Vizha, 2 p.m.

GENERAL

The Hindu Education Plus: International Education Fair 2009, Managing Director of The Hindu N. Murali participates, Hotel Taj Coromandel, 9-30 a.m.

TFSC: Workshop on 'A global perspective on cluster value chain and entrepreneurship development', Hotel Accord Metropolitan, 10 a.m.

DAAD-Max Mueller Bhavan: Session on student visa procedures, Max Mueller Bhavan, Rutland Gate 5th St., Nungambakkam, 4 p.m.

Velammal Engineering College: National conference on 'Current Challenges in Civil Engineering', Ambattur-Redhills Rd., 9 a.m.

Durgabai Deshmukh General Hospital and Research Centre: Lecture on management of surgical site infections, R.A. Puram, 12-30 p.m.

Institution of Engineers: Programme on 'Advanced Monitoring Controls of Variable Speed Drives', Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.

Periyar Self Respect Media Department: Screening of short films, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 7 p.m.

Krishnapuram Residents' Association: Meeting, Krishnapuram Park, Ambattur, 6 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kevin School, Arathoon Rd., Royapuram; Kesari High School, T.Nagar; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., East Tambaram; Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam; C.S.I. Zion Church, Chintadripet; St. Mary Magdalene Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; and Assembly of God Church, Arumbakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 09 May 2009

Religion

Villi Bharatham: Nagai Mukundan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.; K. Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Krishna Gana Sabha, M.S. Salai, T.Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

Tiruvarutpayan: S. Gangadharan, Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, TTK Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.

Thiruvundhiyar: V. Sivasubramaniam, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Yoga Vaasishtam: Manidravid Sastrigal, Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer St., Abhiramapuram, 6-45 p.m.

Vedamahimai: K. Srinivasan, PS HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Naalaayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10-30 a.m.

Periya Puranam: R. Narayanan, Leo MHSS., Anna Nagar, 5-30 p.m.

Thevaram: K. Sundaramurthy, Karpaga Vinayagar Kandha Perumanar Temple, East Tambaram, 10-30 a.m.

Dhaati Panckaham: P.T. Seshadri, Andalammal Matam, Sanjeevaroyan Koil St., Old Washermenpet, 6-45 p.m.

Dhammapada: K. Sambandan, Theosophical Society, GK Rd., Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.

Sri Seetha Sri Radha Kalyana Mahotsavam: Mowbray's HSS., 9, 29th Cross St., Nanganallur, 8-30 a.m.

The Mother's Prayers and Meditation: M.K.Ramaswami, Sri Aurobindo Society, 5, Smith Rd., Anna Salai, 6-30 p.m.

Life and Teachings of Sri Buddha: Atmashraddhananda, Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 5-30 p.m.

Culture

Amrutanjan Health Care: Thaai Thiruvizha, Ethiraj Kalyana Nilayam, TTK Rd., Alwarpet, 10 a.m.

Swarg: Distribution of notebooks to children, Kuchalambal Kalyana Mandapam, McNichols Rd., Chetpet, 3-30 p.m.

Confederation of Tamil Nadu Malayalee Associations: Inauguration of Sameeksha 2009, Asan Memorial SSS, 1, Anderson Rd., off Greams Rd., 10.30 a.m.

Dr. K.M. Cherian's Frontier Lifeline Hospital: International Nurses Day, Ticel biopark auditorium, Taramani Rd., 10 a.m.

Madras Kerala Samaj: Presentation of Kavitha award, 903, Poonamallee High Rd., 5-30 p.m.

Frameboxx: Free workshop on comic style painting, Teja Tower, 2nd Avenue, Anna Nagar, 2 p.m.

General

Cyber Society of India and AVS Labs: Workshop on information security and corporates' concerns, Hotel Green Park, 9-30 a.m.

Public Health Centre: M.C.Subrahmanyam memorial function, 174, Lake View Rd., West Mambalam, 4 p.m.

International Facilities Management Association: Meeting, 13, Customs Colony Main Rd., Okkiyam Thoraipakkam, 10-30 a.m.

Madras Management Association: Career counselling for MMA students' chapter, Thoraipakkam, 10-30 a.m.

ICWAI-SIRC: Meeting on 'strategic risk management', Montieth Rd., Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.

5th Pillar: Launch of publication, Kamarajar Arangam, Teynampet, 5-30 p.m.

Gremaltes Hospital and HelpAge India: Free cataract screening camp for senior citizens, Kamarajar Night School, Shenoy Nagar, 11-30 a.m.

Jaya College of Arts and Science: Campus interview, Thiruninravur, 10 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Southwest: Award presentation, Madras Race Club, Guindy, 7 p.m.

Voluntary Health Services: Condolence meeting for N.S.Murali, Taramani, 3 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Lazarus Church, Mylapore; 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, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 8 a.m.; Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Ekkaduthangal; Risen Christ Church, Peravallur; Williams Girls HSS., Peter's Rd., Royapettah; PS HSS., RK Mutt Rd., Mylapore; and Alagu Andavar Tirukoil, Korukkupet, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 10 May 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: S. Raghuveera Bhattachariyar, S.C.S. MHSS., Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6.30 p.m.

Mahabaratham: Gomatam Madhavachariar, Aasthika Samajam, 3rd St., Venkateswara Nagar, Pozhichalur, 5 p.m.

Villibharatham: Nagai Mukundan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.; K. Kalyanarama Bhagavathar, Sri Krishna Gana Sabha, M.S. Salai, T. Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Gita: Rukmini Ramamurthy, P.S. HSS., Mylapore, 4 p.m.

Svetasvatara Upanishad: Atmashraddhananda, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

Vishnu Sahasranamam: Vijaya Gopal Rao, 23, Indira Gandhi Rd., Anna Nagar, Pammal, 7 a.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Varasidha Vinayakar Mahalakshmi Temple, West Mada St., Sri Nagar Colony, Saidapet, 6.30 p.m.

Bhajagovindam: Bodhamayananda, Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, M.S. Salai, T. Nagar, 5.30 p.m.

Thayumanavar: P. Venkatesan, Kothandaramar Temple, Old Washermenpet, 4 p.m.

Thiruvundhiyar: V. Sivasubramaniam, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Aksharamanamalai: P. Thyagarajan, 41, Alamelmangapuram, Mylapore, 5 p.m.

GENERAL

Rajalakshmi Engineering College: Career guidance programme 'Engineering as career choice', Chandrayan Project Director Mylswamy Annadurai participates, MVJ Towers, Poonamallee High Road, 3.30 p.m.

Annai Women's Welfare Association and Madras Telugu Abhyudaya Samajamu: Mothers' Day celebration, SIP Memorial Home, 16, Nabigal Nayagam St., Vetri Selvi Anbazhagan Nagar, Jawahar Nagar, 11 a.m.

Women and Children Foundation: Launch of 'Sugarless Chennai 2020', Sri Ramakrishna Mission School, Bazullah Rd., T. Nagar, 4 p.m.

Pammal Sankara Eye Hospital: Eye screening camp, TRM Marriage Hall, Mahabalipuram, 9 a.m.

International Medical Sciences Academy: Talk on 'Scope of plastic surgery', K.J. Hospital, 182, Poonamallee High Rd., 11 a.m.

The Stenographers' Guild: Seminar on Career guidance, Guild St., T. Nagar, 10 a.m.

Tamizhaga Makkal Samuga Sevai Vizhipunarvu Amaippu: Planting of tree saplings, Dasan Rd., Teynampet, 9 a.m.

Sri Aurobindo Society: Meeting, 5, Smith Rd., Anna Salai, 10.30 a.m.

Humour Club of Ambattur Rightchoice: Meeting, Mahaganesa Vidhyasala, North Park St., Ambattur O.T., 4.25 p.m.

Astrological Study circle: Meeting, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 10.30 a.m.

Vaithika Sri: Meeting, 488, T.T.K. Rd., Alwarpet, 3.30 p.m.

Sri Aurobindo Society Centre: Meeting, AP-514, J Block, 8th St., Anna Nagar, 6 p.m.

Thiruvalluvar Painthamizh Illakiya Mandram: Meeting, E.L.M. Fabricious HSS., Purasawalkam High Rd., 10.30 a.m.

TGN Foundation: Meeting, 36/4, Nathamuni St., Anna Nagar, 7 p.m.

Madras Toastmaster Club: Meeting, Andhra Club, Vijayaraghava Rd., T.Nagar, 10.30 a.m.

Al-Anon: Meetings, Holy Angels Convent, T.Nagar, 11 a.m.; and Risen Redeemer's Church, Kodambakkam, 4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Theresa's Church, Nungambakkam, 10.30 a.m.; St.Mathews Church, Kamarajar Salai, K.K. Nagar, and CSI School, Gandhi Main Rd., Oragadam, 11 a.m.; CSI Cathedral Church, Vyasarpadi, 11.30 a.m.; St.Francis Xavier's Church, Broadway, 5.30 p.m.; and Kesari High School, Teynampet, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Good Company Group, St.Theresa's Church, Nungambakkam, 11 a.m.; Circle of Life Group, Annai Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Miracle on Marina Group, Shifa Nursing Home, Triplicane High Rd., Triplicane, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today- 11 May 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: S. Raghuveera Bhattachariyar, S.C.S. Matric. HSS., Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6-30 p.m.; Tiruchi K. Kalyanaraman, Sowmya Damodara Perumal Temple, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Venkatesa Sarma, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6-30 p.m.

Madhurakavi Azhwar Vaibhavam: K. B. Devarajan, T.T.D. Information Centre, T. Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

Thirumandiram: T. V. Venkataraman, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.

Thirugnana Sambandhar: Aranga Ramalingam, 76, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 6 p.m.

Thiruvundhiyar: V. Sivasubramaniam, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine: Sensitisation workshop on tobacco control, Puzhal, 4 p.m.

Krishnaswamy Associates: Felicitations to Documentary and TV film maker S. Krishnaswamy, N. Ram, Editor-in-Chief, The Hindu participates, Hotel Ashoka, Egmore, 6 p.m.

Central Leather Research Institute: National Technology Day Celebration, Adyar, 11 a.m.

Structural Engineering Research Centre and CSIR: Lecture on 'The Challenges of building the human resource pipeline in research intensive organisations', Taramani, 11-30 a.m.

University of Madras, Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Seminar on 'Innovation to enterprise opportunities for SMEs', University of Madras, Guindy, 9-30 a.m.

Probus Club of Chennai: Valedictory of master health check up programme for senior citizens, Madras Medical College, 10 a.m.

Cyber Society of India: Seminar on Maritime Security initiatives, Seafarers Club, Port Trust Campus, 2 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Science and Technology Centre: Workshop in commemoration of National Technology Day, Periyar Science and Technology Centre, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 10 a.m.

Jaya College of Engineering and Jaya Teacher Training Institute: College Day, 9 a.m.; Graduation Day, Thiruninravur, 3 p.m.

K.J. Hospital and Research Foundation: National Technology Day Celebration, 182, Poonamallee High Rd., 4 p.m.

Exnora International: 'Campaign to exercise franchise', 20, Giriappa Rd., T. Nagar, 6 p.m.

St. John Ambulance: First aid training programme, 1, Mayor V.R. Ramanathan Rd. (East), Chetpet, 10 a.m.

Kumaraguru Publishers: Pamban Swamigal Vizha, Sri Krishnaswamy Kalyana Mandapam, Boag Rd., T. Nagar, 5 p.m.

Saiva Siddhantha Perumandram: Sivagnana Swamigal Vizha, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 6 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 Lourdese 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 Lourdese 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, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 12 May 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: S.Raghuveera Bhatachariyar, S.C.S. Matric HSS., Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6.30 p.m.; K.Kalyanaraman, Sowmya Damodara Perumal Temple, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Venkatesa Sarma, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.

Abhitistavam: M.V.Ananthapadmabhan, TTD Information Centre, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Thiruvaimozhi: K.B.Devarajan, 258/5, Swati Apartments, East Main Rd., Anna Nagar, 6.45 p.m.

Thiruyundiar: V.Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram: K. Sivakumar on 'Chitram Bala Nadigal Vizha', 4, Venkatesa Agragaram Salai, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

GENERAL

ICH: 'World Nurses Day', Egmore, 10 a.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 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 Vidyalaya , 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port & Dock Primary School, M.P.T.Colony, New Washermenpet; St.Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam, GST Rd., Chromepet; Christ King Church, 24, Achin Lake St., GKM Colony, Butt Medu; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam; and C.S.I. Church, O.T.Bus Stand, Ambattur, 7 p.m.; and St. Bede's High School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 14 May 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: S. Raghuveera Bhattachariyar, S.C.S. Matric HSS., Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6-30 p.m.; Tiruchi K. Kalyanaraman, Sowmyadhamodhara Perumal Temple, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Mahabharatam: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Desigan Swamy Pravachana Mandapam, Thillai Ganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Venkatesa Sarma, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6-30 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extension, 10-30 a.m.

Sivapragasam: S. Gangadharan, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Tirumandiram: M. K. Prabakaramurthy, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.; K. Sivakumar, Saiva Samaya Bhaktajana Sabha, 222, Mint, Park Town, 7 p.m.

Abhitistavam: M. V. Ananthapadmanabhan, TTD Information Centre, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

God's Grace: Mathi Srinivasan, 24, 3rd St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

Vels College of Science: Annual Convocation, Pallavaram, 10-30 a.m.

The Chartered Accountants Study Circle: Talk on 'LLP – a practical approach,' Prince Arcade, Cathedral Rd., 6-15 p.m.

Kaviarasar Kannadasan Art and Literary Association-Deivaanaipriya Art Forum: Presentation of award and distribution of welfare assistance, K. N. Shanmugasundaram Hall, 16, Karpagambal Nagar, Mylapore, 5 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep It Simple Group, St. Joseph High School, 12, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, W-76, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; St. Sebastian Church, Post Box Bus Stop, Madavaram; St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 15 May 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: S. Raghu, Veena Bhattachariyar, S.C.S.Matric. HSS, Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6.30 p.m.; K.Kalyanaraman, Sowmya Damodara Perumal Koil, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatha Saptaham: B. Sundar Kumar, Gokulam Colony, West Mambalam, 4 p.m.

Srimad Bhagvatham: Venkatesa Sarma, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6 a.m.

Abhitistavam: M.V. Ananthapadmanabhan, TTD Information Centre, Venkatnarayana Rd., 6.30 p.m.

Sristuti: P. Sthalasayanachari, 7/19, Nathamuni St., T.Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, 7 p.m.

Vendubavaiyum Vendathakavaiyum: Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K.Rd., Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

General

National Cadet Corps: Sartaj Imam, Deputy Director General NCC of NCC Directorate visits Tamil Nadu Battalion, NCC, Egmore, 10 a.m.

Karunalaya Social Service Society: Demonstration of Fire Prevention and Rescue Techniques for Community Emergency Response, TNSCB Tenement Park, G.M.Pettai, Kasimedu, 3.30 p.m.

Indo-German Training Centre: Convocation Ceremony, The Park hotel, 7 p.m.

MMA: Meeting, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9.30 a.m.

Maatru: Meeting, Book point, 160, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.

Lions Club of Chennai Periamet: Meeting, 19/47, II Floor, Perianna Maistry St., Periamet, 6.30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church Premises, 3, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.

Al Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kevin School, Royapuram; Kesari High School, T. Nagar; Fathima Church, East Tambaram; Singaram Pillai Boys' High School, Villivakkam; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; St. Mariyal Magadalona Church, Poonamallee; and Assembly of God Church, Arumbakkam, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai Today

RELIGION
Ramayanam: C.Palani, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar West Extn., 5.30 p.m.; Tiruchy K.Kalyanaraman, Sowmya Damodara Perumal Temple, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: B.Sundar Kumar, Sri Guruvayoorappan Sangam, Gokulam Colony, West Mambalam, 4 p.m.; Poundarikapuram Venkatesa Sarma, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, East Mada St., Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.; Pavithra Chaitanya, Sree Anandhakrishnan Temple, SRB Nagar, Kolathur, 6.45 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10.30 a.m.

Thirumandiram: Kanagasubramanian, Ekambara Eswarar Temple, Park Town, 6 p.m.

Soundarya Lahari: Goda Venkateswara Sastri, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, East Mada St., Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.

Sri Guru Paramaparai – Sri Mudaliyandan Vaibhavam: Akkarai Srinidhi, Sitadevi Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya School, 2, Kalamegham St., East Tambaram, 6.30 p.m.

Karnan: Sudha Sehayyan, Sri Swami Vivekananda Hall, P.S.HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

TANSTIA – FNF Service Centre: Seminar on "Enterprise creation and development opportunities" for Tibetan Cooperatives in India, TANSTIA Hall, Guindy, 10 a.m.

Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering: Graduation Day, Y.S. Rajan, Principal Adviser, CII, New Delhi participates, Muthapudupet, Avadi IAF, 10 a.m.

FOMRA Institute of Technology: Graduation day, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thaiyur, 10.30 a.m.

IEEE Madras Section, IEEE Computer Society Madras Chapter, IEEE Madras Women in Engineering Affinity Group and Computer Society of India: Technical talk on "Digital Forensics," ISTE Professional Centre, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 5.30 p.m.

Paavalareru Tamizhkalam: Meeting on Tamil Literature, Thamarai Ammaiyar Arangam, Medavakkam, 4 p.m.

DIPR and World Thirukkural Centre: Seminar on Thirukkural, Valluvar Kottam, Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.

Sevalaya: Talk on Gandhi and Tamils, Puzhal Prison, 2 p.m.

Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Talk on Siddha Medicine in Spirituality, Alagappa School, Gangadeeswarar Koil Rd., Puraswalkam, 6 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Lazarus Church, 45, Lazarus Church Rd., Foreshore Estate; and New Attitude Group, St. Andrews, 123, Kalathiappa St., Choolai, 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfours Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 8 a.m.; Community Service Centre, 17, Balfours Rd., Kilpauk; P.S.HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore; Alagu Andavar Thirukoil, Korukkupet; Christ Church, Anna Salai Bus Stop, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur; ECI Zion Church, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ekkaduthangal; and Williams Girls HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 16 MAy 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: C.Palani, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar West Extn., 5.30 p.m.; Tiruchy K.Kalyanaraman, Sowmya Damodara Perumal Temple, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: B.Sundar Kumar, Sri Guruvayoorappan Sangam, Gokulam Colony, West Mambalam, 4 p.m.; Poundarikapuram Venkatesa Sarma, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, East Mada St., Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.; Pavithra Chaitanya, Sree Anandhakrishnan Temple, SRB Nagar, Kolathur, 6.45 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10.30 a.m.

Thirumandiram: Kanagasubramanian, Ekambara Eswarar Temple, Park Town, 6 p.m.

Soundarya Lahari: Goda Venkateswara Sastri, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, East Mada St., Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.

Sri Guru Paramaparai – Sri Mudaliyandan Vaibhavam: Akkarai Srinidhi, Sitadevi Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya School, 2, Kalamegham St., East Tambaram, 6.30 p.m.

Karnan: Sudha Sehayyan, Sri Swami Vivekananda Hall, P.S.HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

TANSTIA – FNF Service Centre: Seminar on "Enterprise creation and development opportunities" for Tibetan Cooperatives in India, TANSTIA Hall, Guindy, 10 a.m.

Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering: Graduation Day, Y.S. Rajan, Principal Adviser, CII, New Delhi participates, Muthapudupet, Avadi IAF, 10 a.m.

FOMRA Institute of Technology: Graduation day, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thaiyur, 10.30 a.m.

IEEE Madras Section, IEEE Computer Society Madras Chapter, IEEE Madras Women in Engineering Affinity Group and Computer Society of India: Technical talk on "Digital Forensics," ISTE Professional Centre, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 5.30 p.m.

Paavalareru Tamizhkalam: Meeting on Tamil Literature, Thamarai Ammaiyar Arangam, Medavakkam, 4 p.m.

DIPR and World Thirukkural Centre: Seminar on Thirukkural, Valluvar Kottam, Nungambakkam, 10 a.m.

Sevalaya: Talk on Gandhi and Tamils, Puzhal Prison, 2 p.m.

Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Talk on Siddha Medicine in Spirituality, Alagappa School, Gangadeeswarar Koil Rd., Puraswalkam, 6 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meetings, Turning Point Group, Lazarus Church, 45, Lazarus Church Rd., Foreshore Estate; and New Attitude Group, St. Andrews, 123, Kalathiappa St., Choolai, 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfours Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 8 a.m.; Community Service Centre, 17, Balfours Rd., Kilpauk; P.S.HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore; Alagu Andavar Thirukoil, Korukkupet; Christ Church, Anna Salai Bus Stop, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur; ECI Zion Church, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ekkaduthangal; and Williams Girls HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 18 May 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: Kalyanapuram R. Aravamudhachariar, Kalyan Nagar Association, West Circular Rd., Mandaveli, 6-45 p.m.

Mahabharatham: K. Kalyanaraman, Bakthavatsalam Vidyashramam, Korattur, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Pavithra Chaitanya, Anandhakrishnan temple, SRB Nagar, Kolathur, 6-45 p.m.

Bhagavatha Sapthaham: B. Sundar Kumar, Sri Guruvayurappan Sangam, Gokulam Colony, West Mambalam, 4 p.m.

Kandhar Andhadhi: Gomugam, Marundeeswarar temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Chillarai Rahasyas: M.K. Srinivasan, 23/7, Narmada Flats, Motilal St., T.Nagar, 3-30 p.m.

Pattinathar: P. Venkatesan, Kothandaramar temple, Old Washermenpet, 6-30 p.m.

Saivathil Vinai Kolgai: A. Muthurama Ayyanar, Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.

CULTURE

Kavidhai Uravu: Book launch, Vani Mahal, T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

GENERAL

Archaeological Survey of India: Inauguration of new gallery on Fort St. George, Fort Museum, Fort St. George, 10-30 a.m.

TANUVAS: Launch of workshop on 'National Agricultural Innovation Projects', Madras Veterinary College, Vepery, 10-30 a.m.

Anna University: Inauguration of training programme on 'Remote sensing and GIS Applications,' Institute of Remote Sensing, Guindy, 10 a.m.

Care Earth: Launch of Dax Memorial Animal Rehabilitation and Resource Centre, Hotel Zen Garden, 5 p.m.

Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Lecture on 'Secure your future', GRT Convention Centre, T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

MNM Jain Engineering College: Inauguration of faculty development programme, 'Wipro Mission 10-X', Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 9 a.m.

Ramanakendra: Annai Alagammai Mukthi Day, 41, Alarmelmangapuram, Mylapore, 9 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Fort: Launch of Gift of Sight programme, Alumni Club, Third Avenue, Boat Club Rd., R.A. Puram, 6-30 p.m.

Lions Clubs of Madras Metropolitan South and Chennai Chromepet South: Meeting, Hotel Savera, 8 p.m.

Pudhumai Ilakkiya Thendral: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, 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: Meeting, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; and Meston College, Royapettah, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting, Our Lady of Lourdes 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, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 19 May 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: R.Aravamudhachariar, Kalyan Nagar Association, 29, West Circular Rd., Mandavelipakkam, 6.45 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Pavithra Chaitanya, Anandhakrishnan Temple, SRB Nagar, Kolathur, 6.45 p.m.

Bhagavatha Sapthaham: Sadagopalachari, Ayyappan Temple, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Periyapuranam: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Thirumandiram: T.V.Venkataraman, Narada

Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Thiruvaimozhi: K.B. Devarajan, 258/5, Swati Apartments, East Main Rd., Anna Nagar West, 6.45 p.m.

Culture

Julius Macwan Institute: Reopening of art school, 2/541, Sandeep Rd., Neelankarai, 5 p.m.

General

Chennai Port Trust: Hepatitis B screening camp, Diabetic Speciality Centre, Clive Battery, Rajaji Salai, 11.30 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras: Presentation of 'For the Sake of Honour Award' to managing director of Brakes India Ltd

Viji Santhanam, Hotel Taj Connemara, 1.30 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Marina: Meeting, Alumni Club, Boat

Club Rd., 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T. Colony,

New Washermenpet; St.Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam,

GST Rd., Chromepet; Christ King Church, Achin Lake St.,

GKM Colony, Buttmedu;

Sri Sankara Vidyalaya,

First Main Rd., Sadasivan

Nagar, Madipakkam; and CSI Church, Ambattur OT, 7 p.m.;

and St.Bedes High School.

Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, First Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 20 MAy 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: Kalyanapuram R.Aravamudhachariar, Kalyan Nagar Association, 29, West Circular Rd., Mandavailipakkam, 6.45 p.m.

Bhagavatham: B.Sundar Kumar, Gokulam Colony, West Mambalam, 4 p.m.; Pavitra Chaitanya, Anandhakrishnan Temple, SRB Nagar, Kolathur, 6.45 p.m.; Chakravarthi Sadagopachari, Sri Ayyappan Temple, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Periyapuranam: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Ramanama Sankirtanam: Abhiramananda, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Atmashraddhananda, Vivekanandar Illam, Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane, 7 p.m.

Kavi Kanda Kavi: Venu.Raza Narayanan, Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Mint, 6 p.m.

Tattuvapragasam: V.Sivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

GENERAL

Great Lakes Institute of Management: Inauguration of the karma yoga project, Manamai Village, Mamallapuram, 4.30 p.m.

Gandhi Study Centre: Lecture, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 6.45 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St. Luke's Church, Anna Nagar; Loyola Matriculation School, Kodambakkam; C.S.I. Good Shepherd Church, Velachery; and Kondithope Police Community Hall, Walltax Rd., 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean Group, St.Lourdes Church premises, Don Bosco School, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 21 may 2009

RELIGION

Mahabharatam: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Desigan Swami Pravachana Mandapam, 1, 26th St., Thillai Ganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatam: Pavitra Chaitanya, Sree Anandhakrishnan Temple, SRB Nagar, Kolathur, 6.45 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Veda Dharma Trust, Sree Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.

Periyapuranam: Durai Namasivayam, Sri Pidari Mangkaliamman Siddhi Vinayagar Temple, Keezhnaduvankarai, Anna Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Chillairai Rahasyas: M.K. Srinivasan, 23/7, Narmada Flats, Motilal St., T.Nagar, 3.30 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extension, 10.30 a.m.

GENERAL

The Hindu Media Resource Centre, M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation: International Day for Biological Diversity, Taramani, 11 a.m.

Institute of Mental Health: World Schizophrenia Day, Medavakkam Tank Rd., Kilpauk, 1 p.m.

Madras Christian Council of Social Service: International candle light Memorial Day celebration, Near Kannagi Statue, Marina Beach, 4 p.m.

Malaysian Study Centre: Launch of new brochure, Malaysian Trade Commission, Anna Salai, Teynampet, 4 p.m.

Chennai Port Trust: Anti-Terrorism Day programme, Rajaji Salai, 11 a.m.

Police Boys Club, Mogappair-Young Men Sekokai Shito-ry Karate-do: Free Karate demo for children of Mogappair Eri Scheme, 6th Main Rd., Eri Scheme, Mogappair West, 7 a.m.

Software Process Improvement Network: Talk on 'Overview of data analytics and its linkage with predictability,' Hotel Checkers, 5.30 p.m.

Young Men's Christian Association Toastmaster Club: Meeting, 24, West Cott Rd., Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

Lions Club of Chennai Royapuram: Meeting, Hotel Southern Crest, 7 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Talk on 'Science and reasoning,' Annai Maniammai Mandram, 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, W-76, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar; Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; St. Sebastian Church, Post Box Bus Stop, Madavaram; St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 22 May 2009

Religion

Ramayanam: R.Aravamudhachariar, 29, West Circular Rd., Mandaveli, 6.45 p.m.

Gita: Hayavadanapuranika, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sree Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramasamy Rd., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.

Arputha Thiruvanthathi: M.Balakrishnan, Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K.Rd., Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

Culture

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan: Launch of publication "Eclipses in Indian Astronomy" and "Transists and Occultations", 18, East Mada St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Landmark: 'The Great Tale Chase' – a summer reading programme for children, Landmark, Spencer Plaza, Anna Salai, 5 p.m.

General

Department of Environment, Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board and Tamil Nadu Biodiversity Board: Seminar on Invasive Alien Species, Institute of Remote Sensing, Anna University, Guindy, 9.30 a.m.

C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre: Discussion on 'Biodiversity and Invasive Alien Species', 1, Eldams Rd., Alwarpet, 10.30 a.m.

Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce & Industry: Talk on 'Recent developments in Japanese Intellectual Property Rights', 21, K.B.Dasan Rd., Teynampet, 5.30 p.m.

The Institution of Engineers: Lecture on 'Emerging and Modern Trends in Agricultural Engineering in Technopreneur perspective', 19, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.

M.N.M. Jain Engineering College: Valedictory function of Wipro Mission 10X, Jyothi Nagar, Thoraipakkam, 3 p.m.

Karur Vysya Bank: Opening of new ATM branch, 19, Dhandapani St., T.Nagar, 9.30 a.m.

PSBB Group of Schools: Valedictory of Science Enrichment Programme for Plus two students, Chemistry Department, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Adyar, noon.

Dignity Foundation: Interactive meeting for senior citizens, Automobile Association of Southern India, 187, Anna Salai, 5 p.m.

Tattvaloka: Talk on "Vedic Antahkarana and Brain function", 76, Eldams Road, Teynampet, 6 p.m.

ICWAI-SIRC: Meeting on 'Managing the Economic Crisis', 4, Montieth Lane, Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fathima Church premises, 3rd, 4th Cross Street, United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.

Al Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kevin School, Royapuram; Kesari High School, T. Nagar; Fathima Church, East Tambaram; Singaram Pillai Boys' High School, Villivakkam; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; St. Mariyal Magadalona Church, Poonamallee; and Assembly of God Church, Arumbakkam, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 25 May 2009

RELIGION

Gita: Hayavadanapuranika, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Vishnu Puranam: Kidambi Narayanan, Srinivasa Perumal Koil, Egmore, 6-30 p.m.

Bhishma Sandesam: Satyavratananda, Asthika Samajam, Venus Colony, Alwarpet, 6 p.m.

Taitriya Saram: R. Krishnamurthy, 76, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 6 p.m.

Thayumanavar: D. Gnanasundaram, Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.

GENERAL

Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine: Inauguration of Advocacy campaign on tobacco control, Health and Family Welfare Training Centre, Egmore, 9-30 a.m.

Chennai Corporation: Launch of mechanical sweeper, Ripon Buildings, Park Town, 10 a.m.

University of Madras: Inauguration of summer training programme, Chemical Sciences Auditorium, Guindy, 4 p.m.

Centre for Contemporary Studies: Talk on 'Lessons of the Election 2009' by former CEC T.S. Krishnamoorthy, Potti Sriramulu Memorial Society Building, 215, Royapettah High Rd., Luz, 6-15 p.m.

The Institution of Engineers: Lecture on 'Textiles and its non-textile applications,' 19, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.

Indira Gandhi National Open University: Meeting on community colleges, MSSRF, Taramani, 10 a.m.

Association of Accredited Advisors on Overseas Education: Inauguration of International Education Fair 2009, Hotel Park Sheraton, 11 a.m.

Udhavum Idhayangal / Sri Venkateswara Public Social Welfare and Charitable Trust: Training programme for service organisations, Chennai Corporation School, Sanjeevaroyan Koil Street, Old Washermanpet, 10 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Midtown: Presentation of Young Achiever Awards, Hotel Taj Connemara, 6-30 p.m.

Lions Club of Central Madras: Meeting, Hotel Quality Sabari Inn, 7-30 p.m.

Lions Club of Chennai Periamet: Meeting, 19/47, Perianna Maistry St., Periamet, 6-30 p.m.

Pudhumai Ilakkiya Thendral: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6-30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, 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: Meeting, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ganesh Nagar III Cross, Madipakkam; and Meston College, Royapettah, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting, Our Lady of Lourdes 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, 7 p.m

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 26 May 2009

Religion

Isavasya Upanishad: Vimala Thakar, 3/4, Kamala St., Kumaran Kunram, Chromepet, 5.30 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sankara Gurukulam, C.P.Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.

Vishnu Puranam: Kidambi Narayanan, Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Lakshmi Narayanan Perumal Koil St., Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Bhishma Sandesham: Satyavratananda, Asthika Samajam, Venus Colony, Alwarpet, 6 p.m.

Thiruvaimozhi: K.B.Devarajan, 258/5, Swati Apartments, East Main Rd., Anna Nagar West, 6.45 p.m.

General

Tobacco Cessation Centre, Cancer Institute and Tamil Nadu Police: Workshop on 'Creating tobacco free public places and establishment of community based Tobacco Control Task Force at Police Boys Clubs', Cancer Institute, Adyar, 9.30 a.m.

Dept. of Hepatology, Madras Medical College: World Hepatitis Awareness Week, Govt. General Hospital, Noon.

Amway Opportunity Foundation: Donation of wheel chairs, Mayor M.Subramanian participates, Chennai Central Railway Station, 10.30 a.m.

Science City: Lecture on 'Non Formal Science Education and Effective Tool for Empowerment of People', Periyar Science and Technology Centre, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 11 a.m.

Golden Palm Army School: Inauguration, Nandambakkam, 10.15 a.m.

International Fiscal Association, Southern Regional Chapter: Meeting on expatriate taxation, Society of Auditors, Luz, 6.30 p.m.

Indian Institute of Fashion Technology: Free career counselling meet, Murugappa Polytechnic College, Satyamurthy Nagar, Avadi, 11 a.m.

Easwari Engineering College: Staff development programme on 'Intelligent Control in Electrical Appliances', Bharathi Salai, Ramapuram, 10 a.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Marina: Meeting, Alumni Club, Boat Club Rd., 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T. Colony, New Washermenpet; St.Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam, GST Rd., Chromepet; Christ King Church, 24, Achin Lake St., GKM Colony, Buttmedu; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, First Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam; and CSI Church, Ambattur OT, 7 p.m.; and St.Bedes High School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, First Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 27 May 2009

RELIGION

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sri Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramaswamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.

Sri Vishnu Puranam: Kidambi Narayanan, Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Bhishma Sandesham: Satyavratananda Saraswati, Asthika Samajam, Venus Colony, Alwarpet, 6 p.m.

Narayana Ennum Naamam: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Vishranthi Oldage Home, Palavakkam, 3 p.m.

Tattuvapragasam: V. Sivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhantha Perumandran, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Dravida Vedam: Venu. Raza Narayanan, Sri Santhana Venugopalaswamy Temple, 115, Pedariyar Koil St., Mint, 6 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Atmashraddhananda, Vivekanandar Illam, Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

Toonz Animation: Inauguration of training centre, Ministers Poongothai Aladi Aruna and Thangam Thennarasu, and Member of Parliament Kanimozhi participate, 94, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 10 a.m.

Exnora International: Making of biggest newspaper bag, 20, Giriappa Rd., T.Nagar, 5 p.m.

Institute for Financial Management and Research: Seminar on `Lessons from the crisis, global economic prospects, and policy challenges' by Krishna Srinivasan of International Monetary Fund, 24, Kothari Rd., Nungambakkam, 3 p.m.

Aide et Action: iLead Certificate distribution programme, Bertram Hall, Loyola College, 3 p.m.

Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages: Ambulance donation programme, Government Primary Health Centre, Nemam, Tiruvallur, 10 a.m.

Forum for National Integration of India: Nehru Memorial Lecture, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Academy, L 73, 24th St., East Anna Nagar, 6.15 p.m.

Science City and Anna University: Summer Science Camp on "Insight – Indian way of scientific thinking," Periyar Science and Technology Centre, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 10 a.m.

Bharat Sewak Samaj: Meeting, 1, Kamarajapuram, Nungambakkam, 11 a.m.

Indo-American Chamber of Commerce: Meeting, Hotel Taj Connemara, 8 a.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Loyola Matriculation School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; Kondithope Police Community Hall, Wall Tax Rd.; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; C.S.I. Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; St.Luke's Church, IInd Main Rd., (opp Blue Star) Anna Nagar; and St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean Group, St. Lourdes Church, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 28 May 2009

Religion

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sree Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramaswamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.

Vishnu Puranam: Kidambi Narayanan, Srinivasa Perumal Koil, Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandham: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10.30 a.m.

Thirugnana Sambandar: Kanniappan, 24, Third St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Sivapragasam: S.Gangadharan, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Thiru Arutpa: Kanaga Subramaniam, Kandakottam Library, Park Town, 6 p.m.

Ramanujar Vaibhavam: Prasanna Venkatachariar, 5/540, Sath Sangam Rd., Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

General

Karunalaya: Distribution of relief for fire tragedy victims, G.M.Pettai Tamil Nadu Slum Clearance Board Quarters, Aikya Panchayat Sabha Park, Kasimedu, 5 p.m.

The Chartered Accountants Study Circle: Talk on 'E-Filing under service tax – a practitioner's approach', Prince Arcade, Second Floor, 22-A, Cathedral Rd., 6.15 p.m.

YMCA (Royapettah) Toastmaster Club: Meeting, Royapettah grounds, 6.30 p.m.

ICAI: CPE programme on "Strategies for wealth creation in capital markets and investors protection", 122, Nungambakkam High Rd., 3 p.m.

The Rationalists' Forum: Discussion on role of rationalists' movements in safeguarding secularism in India, Annai Maniammai Manram, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 5 p.m.

MMA: Meeting, GRT Convention Centre, T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep It Simple Group, St.Joseph High School, 12, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Church of Christ, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Ashok Nagar; Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; St. Sebastian Church, Madavaram; St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 29 May 2009

Religion

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramasamy Rd., Abhiramapuram, 7.30 p.m.

Gajendra Motcham: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Thiruvengadamudaiyan Bajanai Sabai, Vembuli Amman Koil St., Alandur, 7 p.m.

Thirukkural: V.V. Natarajan, Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, TTK Salai, Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

Vishnu Puranam: Kidambi Narayanan, Srinivasa Perumal Koil, Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

General

Tamil Nadu State AIDS Control Society: Inauguration of state information centre on HIV/AIDS, Minister MRK Pannerselvam participates, Pantheon Road, Egmore, 11 a.m.

Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University: Inauguration of medical and paramedical job and study fair, Minister MRK Pannerselvam participates, Guindy, 5 p.m.

All India Builders' Association, Southern Centre: Meeting, Hotel Ambassador Pallava, 6.30 p.m.

Roja Muthiah Research Library: Lecture on 'Notes on speaking: Tamil shorthand as a mode of colonial governmentality', 3rd Cross Rd., Central Polytechnic campus, Taramani, 5 p.m.

Institution of Engineers (India): Lecture on 'Road accidents related to pavement conditions', Transportation Engineering Dept., Anna University, 4.30 p.m.

Central Institute of Brakishwater Aquaculture: Women aqua farmers meet and inauguration of crab pen, Kattur village, Pazhaverkadu, 10.30 a.m.

Indian Overseas Bank: Launch of online payment facility of TNEB bills, 763, Anna Salai, 11.45 a.m.

Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital: Course on comprehensive training in lingual orthodontics, Hotel Accord Metropolitan, 8.30 a.m.

Science City: Summer science camp, Tamil Nadu Science and Technology Centre campus, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 10 a.m.

Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Workshop on 'Selling and negotiation skills', Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9.30 a.m.

Citizens' Alliance for Sustainable Living: Consultation on governance and institutions for development of CMA, Anna Institute of Management, P.S. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, 10 a.m.

Tamil Nadu Investors' Association: Lecture on 'Strategy for equity investment', Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Tobacco Cessation Centre, Cancer Institute, Tobacco Control Taskforce and the Indian Dental Association: No tobacco sale day, Adyar, 11 a.m.

Sri Balavinayagar Seva Trust: 116th Jayanthi celebrations of Kanchi Sankaracharya, Balavinayagar Temple, Bharani Colony, Saligramam, 3 p.m.

Bharat Sewak Samaj: Lecture on 'Mahatmavai Vananguvom', Gandhi Mandapam, Sardar Patel Salai, Guindy, 4 p.m.

Society of Auditors: Study circle meeting, 33, TNHB Complex, 4 (180) Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Chamber of Indirect Tax Professionals: Talk on 'Rule 6 of CENVAT credit rules 2004, Hotel Palmgrove, 6.30 p.m.

Rotary Club of Anna Nagar Aadithya: Meeting, Haddows Club, Nungambakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh group, 3, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kevin School, Royapuram; Kesari High School, T. Nagar; Fathima Church, East Tambaram; Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; St. Mariyal Magadalona Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; and Assembly of Gods Church, Arumbakkam, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

SMS complaints to municipal office

After online petitioning was introduced in district collectorates across Tamil Nadu, for the first time in the state, Vedaranyam Municipality in Nagapattinam district has introduced a novel system of filing of complaints on civic amenities through short messaging service (SMS).

The municipal officials will take note of every SMS and direct the concerned official to attend to the problem. Public could SMS their grievances pertaining to street lighting and drinking water supply that need immediate attention of the municipal authorities to the mobile number 9944338555.

People sending SMS complaints should indicate the code, along with their complete address, followed by details about the problem. For street lighting related complaints, the SMS code is CSL, while for drinking water problems, the code to be used is CCW and for problems on handpumps the code is CWS. "We will try to address the grievances received through SMS in three days,''

Vedaranyam was the second biggest municipality in terms of area in the state,

source : timesofindia

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 30 May 2009

RELIGION

Gita: N.Veezhinathan, P.S.HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sankara Gurukulam, C.P.Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6-30 p.m.

Soundarya Lahari: Goda Venkateswara Sastri, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6-30 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146 Anna Nagar West Extension, 10-30 a.m.

Thirumangai Azhwar Vaibavam: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Thiruvengadamudaiyan Bajanai Sabai, Vembuli Amman Koil St., Alandur, 7 p.m.

Appar Devaram: Kanaga Subramaniam, Ekambara Eswarar Temple, Park Town, 6 p.m.

Dhaati Panchakam: P.T.Seshadri, Sri Andalammal Matam, Old Washermenpet, 6-45 p.m.

Kannanum Kandanum: Mathi Vannan, 52/21, Chitlapakkam 1st Main Rd., Nehru Nagar, Chromepet, 6 p.m.

Thirukailaya Gnana Ula: Sarala Rajagopalan, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar West Extn., 5-30 p.m.

The Prayers and Meditation: M.K.Ramaswami, Smith Rd., Anna Salai, 6-30 p.m.

Aurobindo's Uttarapara Speech: Rama Sarma, Ahobila Math School, K.R.Koil St., Mambalam, 6-45 p.m.

CULTURE

Department of Tourism and Culture: 'Poongaavil Poongaatu' programme, Nageshwara Rao Park, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Summer School of Music: Valedictory function, Madras Theological Seminary and College, Wadel St., Kilpauk, 5 p.m.

G.Madhu Shankar Memorial Foundation: Magic Show, Children ward, Adyar Cancer Institute, Canal Bank Rd., Adyar, 4 p.m.

South India Social and Cultural Academy: Presentation of awards, Hotel Palmgrove, 4 p.m.

GENERAL

No tobacco day: Institute of Mental Health, Medavakkam Tank Rd., Kilpauk, 8-30 a.m.; Pasumai Thaiyagam, T.Nagar Bus Stand, 10 a.m.; Madras Medical College, Minister M.R.K.Paneerselvam participates, Seminar Hall, MMC, 10-30 a.m.

Consortium of Self-Financing Professional, Arts and Science Colleges in Tamil Nadu: Seminar on technical teachers' quality improvement, Sathyabama University, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, 10 a.m.

Russian Centre of Science and Culture: Free counselling and spot admission for higher education in Russia, 10 a.m.

Tamil Nadu Association of the Blind: Valedictory of six-week home management course, Dr.Radhakrishnan Matric. HSS., Krishnamurthy Nagar, 4 p.m.

ICFAI: Free seminar on 'Thriving in today's economy,' MGR Janaki College, R.A. Puram, 6-30 p.m.

Madras Management Association and Indian Institute of Materials Management: Launch of certificate course in supply chain management, 4th floor, Chateau D Ampa, Nelson Manicam Rd., 2-30 p.m.

HPCL: Prize distribution function of 'Slogan Contest,' 625, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.

Swadeshi Jagaran Manch: Lecture, P.S.HSS, R.K.Mutt Rd., Mylapore, 6-30 p.m.

Arunodhaya: May Day celebrations, Kalaignar Platinum Jubilee Hall, T.Nagar, 3 p.m.

World Thirukkural Centre: Thirukkural conference, Valluvar Kottam, 10 a.m.

The Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): B.Sathyanarayanan speaks on 'Holistic philosophy', Alagappa Matric. School, G.K.Rd., Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.

Ilakkiya Sindanai: Lecture, Srinivasa Gandhi Nilayam, 248, Mowbray's Rd., Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.

Metropolis Entertainment: 'Ms.Metropolis 2009', Sivagami Pethachi Hall, Luz Church Road, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

J.K.Study Circle: Meeting, 3/4, Kamala St., Kumaran Kunram, Chromepet, 5.30 p.m.

Government Madrasa-I-Azam HSS: Health and education awareness day, 779, Anna Salai, 4 p.m.

Giants International: Blood donation and free eye testing camp, Panigraha Kalyana Mandapam, Veeraswamy Rd., West Mambalam, 9 a.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, Balfour Rd, Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar 8 a.m.; Community Service Centre, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Ekkatuthangal; Risen Christ Church, Peravallur; Alagu Andavar Tirukoil, Korukkupet; Williams Girls HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 01Jun 2009

RELIGION

Gita: Dheerananda, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 6-30 p.m.; Satyavratananda, Shirdi Sai Temple, Shenoy Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

Brihadaranyaka Upanishad: S.Vasudevan, 11, First Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4-30 p.m.

Kena Upanishad: Vimala Thakur, 3/4, Kamala St., Kumaran Kundram, Chromepet, 5-30 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sree Sankara Gurukulam, C.P. Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6-30 p.m.

Vishnu Puranam: Kidambi Narayanan, Srinivasa Perumal Koil, Egmore, 6-30 p.m.

Kulasekara Azhwar Vaibhavam: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Thiruvengadamudaiyan Bajanai Sabhai, Vembuli Amman Koil St., Alandur 7 p.m.

Thayumanavar: D. Gnanasundaram, Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Saha, 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.

Thiruyundhiar: V.Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Panchamruthavannathil Muruganin Perumaigal: C.V. Sadanandan, Kandhakottam Sri Muthukumara Swamy Devasthanam, Park Town, 6 p.m.

GENERAL

Bharatiya Muslim Mahila Andolan: Meeting on effective implementation of Rajendar Sachar Committee recommendations, NBA chairperson Medha Patkar participates, ICSA Centre, Egmore, 10 a.m.

Chennai Corporation: Distribution of free textbooks to students and counselling for PG teachers, Mayor M. Subramanian participates, Chintadripet, 10 a.m.

Lions Club of Central Madras: Helen Keller Remembrance Day, Sankara Nethralaya, 18, College Rd., Nungambakkam, 5 p.m.

Lions Club of Chennai Periamet: Meeting, 1086, Poonamallee High Rd., 6-30 p.m.

EEPC India: Seminar on 'Exchange rate fluctuations and its impact on export of engineering goods', Hotel Days Inn Deccan Plaza, 10 a.m.

Velammal MHSS.: Teachers in-service programme, West Mogappair, 10-30 a.m.

Karur Vysya Bank: Inauguration of branch, 9, Munuswamy Salai, K.K. Nagar, 10 a.m.

Lalit Kala Akademi: Condolence meeting, 4/170, Greams Rd., 4 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 Lourdes 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, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 2 Jun 2009

RELIGION

Gita: Dheerananda, Tapovan Hall, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 6.30 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Veda Dharma Trust, Sree Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramasamy St., Abirampuram, 6.30 p.m.

Thiruyundiar: N. Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Tiruvaimozhi: K.B. Devarajan, 258/5, Swati Apartments, East Main Rd., Anna Nagar West, 6.45 p.m.

GENERAL

Department of Tourism: Launch of Tourism friendly autos, Ministers K.N. Nehru and N. Suresh Rajan participate, Island Ground, 4 p.m.

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and Vidya Sagar: Education awareness camp for children with special needs, Corporation Elementary School, 4th Main Rd., C.I.T. Nagar, 10 a.m.

Adyar Poonga Trust: Consultation meeting on 'High speed circular transportation corridor,' Abirami Chidambaram Community Hall, 1/3A, River View Rd., Kotturpuram, 10 a.m.

People Education Trust and Dr.Ambedkar Academy: Talk on M.Singaravelar, Dr. Ambedkar Academy, Dr. A. Padmanaban Mansion, L Block 73, 24th St., Anna Nagar West, 6.15 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Marina: Meeting, Alumni Club, Boat Club Rd., 7 p.m.

YMCA: Talk on 'Purananooru,' YMCA Esplanade, 6 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T. Colony, New Washermenpet; St. Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Anna Amala Alayam, GST Rd., Chromepet; Christ King Church, 24, Achin Lake St., GKM Colony, Butt Medu; Sri Sankara Vidhyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam; and C.S.I.Church, O.T.Bus Stand, Ambattur, 7 p.m.; and St. Bedes High School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 03 Jun 2009

Religion

Mahabharatham: Viswapriya, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sankara Gurukulam, C.P.Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.

Tattuva Pragasam: V. Sivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Ramanama Sankirtanam: Abhiramananda, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Thiruvilaiyadal Puranam: M.G. Srinivasan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Dravida Vedam: Raza Narayanan, Santhana Venugopalaswamy Temple, Pedariyar Koil St., Mint, 6 p.m.

Panchadasi: S. Vasudevan, 11, First Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4.30 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Atmashraddhananda, Vivekanandar Illam, Kamarajar Salai, Triplicane, 7 p.m.

Culture

Siddhar Literary Centre: Anniversary celebrations, Velankanni Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Ashok Nagar, 6 p.m.

General

Parthasarathy Swamy Temple: Minister K.R.Periakarupan inaugurates religious books library , Triplicane, 11.30.a.m.

Tamil Nadu Police Academy: Passing out parade of sub inspector trainees, TNPA Parade ground, Vandalur, 5 p.m.

Adyar Poonga Trust: Consultation on High Speed Circular Transportation Corridor in Chennai with representatives of NGOs and experts, The Checkers, Little Mount, 10 a.m.

All India Loco Running Staff Association: Seminar on Safe EMU Train operation, Memorial Hall, Park Town, 11 a.m.

BHEL and IIT Madras: Signing of memorandum of understanding for joint development projects and industrial consultancy, IIT Madras, 9.30 a.m.

Madras Christian College: Farewell to principal V.J. Philip, Hotel The Pride, EVR Periyar Salai, Kilpauk, 6.30 p.m.

Samskrit Education Society: Free Sanskrit classes, Mathura Nilayam, 2/19, Evalappan St., Sundarambal Nagar, Tambaram Sanatorium, 5.15 p.m.

SIRC-Institute of Chartered Accountants of India: Meeting on 'Internal audit - concept to completion', 122, Nungambakkam High Rd., 6.15 p.m.

Madras Management Association: Meeting on 'Success Stories', GRT Convention Centre, T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Gandhi Study Centre: Readers' forum meeting, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya, T.Nagar, 6.45 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras East: Meeting, Hotel Park Sheraton, 6.30 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean group, St.Lourdes Church, Don Bosco School, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St.Luke's Church, Second Main Rd., Anna Nagar; Loyola Matriculation School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; C.S.I. Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery and Kondithope Police Community Hall, Walltax Road, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 4 Jun  2009

RELIGION

Mahabharatham: Vishwapriya Theertha, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.; Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Desigan Swamy Pravachana Mandapan, 1, 26th St., Thillai Ganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sri Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P. Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6.30 p.m.; P.R. Venkatachalam, 24, 3rd St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Gita: Satyavratananda Saraswathi, Andhra Mahila Sabha, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 11 a.m.

Kena Upanishad: Vimala Thakar, 3/4, Komala St., Kumaran Kunram, Chromepet, 5.30 p.m.

Dakshinamurthy Sthothram: Brahmayogananda, Krishnapuram Sai Samithi, 1 A, Athreyapuram 1st St., Choolaimedu, 7 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extension, 10.30 a.m.

Thirumandiram: K.Sivakumar, Saiva Samaya Bhaktajana Sabhai, 222, Mint St., Park Town, 7 p.m.; M.K.Prabaharamoorthy, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Sri Nammazhwar Pasuram Sevithal: A.Achuthiah, Sri Manavaala Mamunigal Sannidhi, 57, Bhimanan Mudali 2nd St., Alwarpet, 3 p.m.

Siva Pragasam: S.Gangadharan, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

GENERAL

Southern Railway: Valedictory of Hindi Week celebration, BTC Auditorium, Perambur Loco Works, 2 p.m.

Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute, Chennai Centre and Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth: Inauguration of Technology Awareness Workshop on "sorting of mangoes based on internal defetns using soft X-ray imaging," CSIR Campus, Taramani, 11.15 a.m.

Sree S.S. Jain Mahila Vidya Sangh: Inauguration of Chandanmal Abhairaj Nahar Jain Matriculation School for Girls, Director General of Police K.P. Jain participates, Nammalwar St., Sowcarpet, 9.30 p.m.

Shri AMM Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre: Inauguration of awareness and training programme on "Appropriate technological interventions for capacity building and entrepreneurship development for women SHGs," Shri M.V.Arunachalam Technology Resource Centre, Perumaleri Bus Stop, Vadakadambadi post, Kancheepuram, 10.30 a.m.

GIC Housing Finance Ltd.: Inauguration of new business centre, 2C, Solomon St., Adhi Nagar, East Tambaram, 9 a.m.

Dignity Foundation: Talk on Time management for senior citizens, 3, Jagannathan Rd., Nungambakkam, 5 p.m.

Kulapathi Dr.S.Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam Matriculation HSS.: Inauguration of Silver Jubilieth year of the School and birth centenary year of Kulapathi Dr.S Balakrishna Joshi, IInd St., V.V.Nagar, Kolathur, 4.30 p.m.

YMCA: Meeting, Toastmaster's Club, Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Shifa Hospital, Triplicane High Rd.; Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur; St. Sebastian Church, Thapal Petti Bus stop, Madhavaram; St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; Church of Christ W-76, Anna Nagar; and Church of Victorious Cross, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Keep it simple Group, St. Joseph High School 12, Vepery High Rd., Vepery, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai Today - 05 Jun 2009

Religion

Mahabharatham: Vishwapriya Theertha Swami, Shri Krishna Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Veda Dharma Trust, Sree Sankara Gurukulam, 8, C.P.Ramasamy St., Abhiramapuram, 6-30 p.m.

Periyapuranam: K. Sivakumar, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Pasuram Sevithal: A. Achuthiah, Sri Vaishnava Maha Sangam, 57, Bhimanan Mudali 2nd St., Alwarpet, 3 p.m.

Uddava Upadesam: S. Vasudevan, 11, 1st Avenue Rd., Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, 4-30 p.m.

Culture

Mudhra and Indian Overseas Bank: Inauguration of Drama Festival, Ramakrishna Mission School campus, 71, Bazullah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

World Tamil Research Institute: Launch of publication, 2nd Main Rd., Taramani, 2 p.m.

General

World Environment Day celebrations: CII Green Walk, Gandhi statue, Marina Beach, 7 a.m.; The Velammal International School and Anglo Chinese School, Gandhi statue, 9 a.m.; Periyar Science and Technology Centre, Gandhi Mandapam Rd., 9-30 a.m.; Green Peace Lover, B.S.O. Campus, G.E. MES-Avadi, 10-30 a.m.;

Courtyard Marriott, Vanavani Matriculation HSS., IIT Campus, 2.15 p.m; Centre for Environment Studies and Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation Research, Anna University, Sardar Patel Rd., Guindy, 4 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Prisons Dept: Welfare function, Central prison, Puzhal, 4-30 p.m.

Vels University: Passing out ceremony of marine engineering cadets, P.V.Vaithiyalingam Rd., Pallavaram, 5 p.m.

All India Association for Educational Research: Workshop on 'Techniques of writing research paper,' Angel MHSS., 11, E.B.Colony, Lakshmipuram, Thiruninravur, 9 a.m.

Anna Poduvaazhviyal Maiyam: Lecture on Perarignar Anna, Centenary building, Chepauk, 10.30 a.m

The Institute of Reproductive Medicine & Women's Health: International Conference on "Current trends in the management of clinical dilemmas in sub-fertility – The Infertility update", Zachariah Mar Dionysius Auditorium, The Madras Medical Mission, Mogappair, 6-30 p.m.

Global Hospitals and Health City: CME, Perumbakkam, 2 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Sangarsh Group, Fatima Church, 4th Cross St., United India Colony, Kodambakkam, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kevin School, Arathoon Rd., Royapuram; Kesari High School, T.Nagar; Fathima Church, Velachery Rd., East Tambaram; Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam; CSI Zion Church, Chintadripet; St.Mary Magdalene Church, Ezhil Nagar, Poonamallee; and Assembly of God Church, Arumbakkam; 7 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Singaram Pillai Boys High School, Villivakkam, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai - Today 6th june

RELIGION

Mahabharatham: Vishwapriya Theertha, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Gita: A.Venkateswara Rao, Aasthika Samajam, Venkateswara Nagar, Pozhichalur, 5 p.m.; Satyavratananda Saraswati, Kesari High School, Pondy Bazaar, T.Nagar, 6-30 p.m.

Katopanishad: Bramayogananda, Yoga Shanthi Gurukulam, 25 (9/1) Chakrapani St. Extn., West Mambalam, 7 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Sri Bairava Saibaba Temple, Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5-30 p.m.

Azhwargalum Ramanum: Madhivannan, Seetha Rama Bhavanam, 7, Hariharan Hospital Road, Nanganallur, 6-45 p.m.

Thirumangai Aazhwar: V.Ramamurthy, Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Purasawalkam, 6-30 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10-30 a.m.

Dhaati Panchakam: P.T.Seshadri, Sri Andalammal Matam, 84, Sanjeevaroyan Koil St., Old Washermenpet, 6-45 p.m.

The Mother's Prayers and Meditations: M.K. Ramasamy, 5, Smith Rd., Anna Salai, 6-30 p.m.

Thiruyundiar: V.Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Thiruarutpa: Pon Deivanayagi Jothi, 36/11, Namakara Muniver St., Manali, 4 p.m.

Chandrasekarendra Saraswathi Bhaktha Jana Trust: 116th Jayanthi celebrations of Kanchi Mahaswamigal, Ayodhya Mandapam, West Mambalam, 9 a.m.

Adi Sankara Advaita Research Centre: 116th Jayanthi celebrations of Kanchi Mahaswamigal, Varasiddhi Vinayaga Temple, Srinagar Colony, Saidapet, 6-30 p.m.

Pujyasri Mahaswamigal: N.Veezhinathan, P.S.HSS., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Hazrath Pappu Masthan Dargah: Annual Urs celebrations, Lloyds Rd., Triplicane, 7 p.m.

CULTURE

Tamil Heritage Group: Lecture on the Chola paintings in Brihadeeswara temple in Thanjavur, Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya Campus, Venkatnarayana Rd., T.Nagar, 5 p.m.

Department of Tourism and Culture: Poongaavil Poongaatu, Thiru Vi Ka park, Shenoy Nagar, 6 p.m.

Organising Committee: Launch of G.V.Rao's book 'Successful Management Techniques,' The Hindu Managing Director N.Murali participates, Tag centre, 36, TTK Rd., Alwarpet, 9-30 a.m.

Kizhaku Pathipagam: Book fair, 33/15, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 9-30 a.m.

The Institute of Reproductive Medicine and Women's Health: Cultural programme, The Madras Medical Mission, Mogappair, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

Organising Committee: Presentation of computers for schools, Union Minister G.K.Vasan participates, Ashoka Rd., Alwarpet, 10-30 a.m.

Tamil Nadu Social Welfare Board: Eye donation awareness camp, Government Eye Hospital, Egmore, 11 a.m.

Computer Society of India: Lecture on Dance Therapy, CSI Education Directorate, Taramani, 6-30 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Academy of Sciences: Lecture by Krishnaswami Alladi on 'New insights into a partial theta identity of Ramanujan,' Nuclear Physics Department, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, 3-45 p.m.

The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India: Meeting, Sivagami Petachi Auditorium, Mylapore, 3-45 p.m.

SSI Development Society: World Environment Day Celebrations, 714, M.T.H. Road, Mannurpet, Padi, 11 a.m.

Sevalaya: Lecture on Vivekananda, Puzhal Prison, 2 p.m.

The Theosophical Society (Kilpauk Lodge): Lecture on worship of seers, Alagappa School, Purasawalkam, 6 p.m.

SAE College: Workshop on media education, 29/8, Haddows Rd., 11-30 a.m.

Gremaltes Hospital: Free cataract screening camp, No.18, Lime Kiln St., Aminjikarai, 9 a.m.

Exnora Green Pammal: Launch of 'Green generation' programme, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya Mat. HSS., Pammal, 10 a.m.

The Tamil Nadu Intellectuals' Forum: Meeting, Annai Maniamai Hall, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6 p.m.

Naja Education Social and Charitable Trust: Distribution of scholarship, A.J.S.Nidhi HSS., Alandur, 4-30 p.m.

World Thirukkural Centre: Thirukkural conference, Valluvar Kottam, 10 a.m.

Indian Institute of Public Administration: Lecture on Socio-economic development through self-help group, DMS Compound, Teynampet, 10-30 a.m.

MCC HSS.: Inauguration of second floor of the new academic block, Chetpet, 10 a.m.

Deepam Trust: Distribution of free books and uniforms, NMS Mahal, Velachery Main Rd., 4 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, Balfour Rd, Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, St.Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar 8 a.m.; and Community Service Centre, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Ekkatuthangal; Risen Christ Church, Peravallur; Alagu Andavar Tirukoil, Korukkupet; Williams Girls HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah; and P.S. HSS., R.K. Mutt Rd, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 08 Jun 2009

RELIGION


Ramayanam: Sengalipuram Damodara Dikshithar, 10/3, Gangai St., Kalakshetra Colony, Besant Nagar, 6 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Vishwapriya Theertha, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha Mini Hall, Alwarpet, 6-30 p.m.

Kena Upanishad: Vimala Thakur, 3/4, Kamala St., Kumaran Kundram, Chromepet, 5-30 p.m.

Thirunavukkarasar: Aranga Ramalingam, 'Tattvaloka', 76, Eldams Rd., Teynampet, 6 p.m.

Thirugnana Sambandhar: Sarala Rajagopalan, Sri Balasubramania Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K. Salai, Royapettah, 6-30 p.m.

Thiruyundhiar: V. Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

GENERAL


Chennai Corporation: Distribution of free colour TV sets, Union Minister Dayanidhi Maran and Deputy Chief Minister M.K. Stalin participate, Government Girls HSS., 4th Main Rd., SIDCO Nagar, Villivakkam, 4 p.m.

Institution of Engineers: World Environment Day celebration, 19, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 6 p.m.

Islamic Foundation Trust: Launch of publication, 138, Perambur High Rd., Jamalia, 6-30 p.m.

Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women: Inauguration of NSS camp, Murugambedu, 10 a.m.

Triplicane Sri Vanamamalai Math Kainkarya Sabha: Fifth anniversary, 3, East Tank Square St., Triplicane, 8 a.m.

Rotary Club of Midtown and Annets Club: Presentation of Midtown's Young Achiever Awards, Hotel Taj Connemara, 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 Lourdes 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, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai - today 09 june 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: Sengalipuram Damodaran, 10/3, Gangai St., Kalakshetra Colony, Besant Nagar, 6 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Vishwapriya, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghaviah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Brihadaranyaka Upanishad: Satyavratananda Saraswati, Kesari High School, Pondy Bazaar, T. Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Veda Dharma Trust, Sri Bairava Saibaba Temple, 6, 1st Main Rd., Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.

Devaram: N. Sivasubramanian, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 10 a.m.

Tirumurai: Tirugnanasambandham, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 11.20 a.m.

Thiruvallikeni Sri Vanamamalai Mutt Kainkarya Sabha: Fifth anniversary celebrations and release of souvenir, 3, East Tank Square St., Triplicane, 4.30 p.m.

GENERAL

Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board: Workshop on 'Fluoride in drinking water and its impact and public health, GRT Convention Centre, T.Nagar, 10.30 a.m.

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and World Vision India: School enrolment campaign, Corporation Middle School, Narasingapuram, 9 a.m.

The Printing Technologies Forum: Lecture on 'Quality management in printing,' Andhra Chamber of Commerce, 23, 3rd Cross St., West C.I.T. Nagar, Nandanam, 6.30 p.m.

Jaya Engineering College: Valediction of workshop on 'Emotion modelling recognition and control – a computational intelligence approach,' Thiruninravur, 4 p.m.

Balavidyalaya – The School for Young Deaf Children: Friendship week celebrations, 18, 1st Cross St., Shastri Nagar, Adyar, 9.30 a.m.

YMCA: Talk on 'Vetrivelan poems,' YMCA Esplanade, 6 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras Marina: Meeting, Alumni Club, Boat Club Rd., 7 p.m.

Rotary Club of Madras: Talk on 'Can laws curb terrorism,' Hotel Taj Connemara, 1 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Port and Dock Primary School, M.P.T. Colony, New Washermenpet; St. Joseph Anglo Indian School, Vepery; Annai Amala Alayam, GST Road, Chromepet; Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam; and C.S.I. Church, O.T. Bus Stand, Ambattur, 7 p.m.; and St. Bedes High School, Santhome, 7.30 p.m.

Al-Anon: Meeting, Sri Sankara Vidyalaya, 1st Main Rd., Sadasivan Nagar, Madipakkam, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meet, Self Help Group, Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 10 Jun 2009

RELIGION

Ramayanam: Sengalipuram Damodara Dikshidar, 10/3, Gangai St., Kalakshetra Colony, Besant Nagar, 6 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Vishwapriya Theertha, Shri Krishna Shri Raghavendra Mutt, Raghavaiah Rd., T.Nagar, 6 p.m.

Gita: Goda Venkateswara Sastrigal, Vasantha Mandapam, 14, Chitra Kulam West St., Mylapore, 7 p.m.

Hamsa Gita: R.Muthukumaraswamy, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 2, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., Chetpet, 10 a.m.

Kena Upanishad: Vimala Thakar, 3/4, Kamala St., Kumaran Kunram, Chromepet, 5.30 p.m.

Narayananeeyam: Jamadhagni, Sri Bairava Saibaba Temple, 1st Main Rd., Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.

Hanumath Prabhavam: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Tattuva Pragasam: V. ivasubramanian, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam Salai, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Guided Meditation: Atmashraddhananda, Vivekanandar Illam, Kamarajar Salai, 7 p.m.

GENERAL

Chennai Metro Rail Limited: Inauguration of piling work for construction of elevated viaduct from Koyambedu to Ashok Nagar, Deputy Chief Minister M.K.Stalin participates, Koyambedu, 10.15 a.m.

US Consulate General: Presentation of certificates to students of Anjuman-e-Himayath-e-Islam Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Fredrick J Kaplan, Consul for Public Affairs participates, AHI Academy, 15, B.N. Reddy Rd., T.Nagar, 5 p.m.

Thamizh Padaippaaligal Periyakkam: Seminar, PMK founder S.Ramadoss participates, Anna Kalaiarangam, Swami Sivananda Salai, Chepauk, 4 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board and UNICEF: Workshop for doctors on Fluoride in Drinking water and its impact on public health, GRT Convention Centre, T.Nagar, 10.30 a.m.

Annai Illam: Birthday celebrations of Chief Minister M.Karunanidhi, Rajathi Karunanidhi participates, East Mada St., Mylapore, 10 a.m.

Structural Engineering Research Centre: SERC Foundation day, Vigyan Auditorium, CSIR Campus, Taramani, 11.30 a.m.

Madras Institute of Development Studies: Talk on "Necessity and Desire: Coca-Cola and Cultural Critique," 79, 2nd Main Rd., Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, 3.30 p.m.

Institution of Valuers, Chennai Branch: Lecture on Arbitration vis-À-vis contract, 4/180, TNHB Commercial Complex, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.

Centre for Asia Studies: Lecture on "India's neighbourhood policy – Agenda for the new government" by former Ambassador to Nepal N.N. Jha, Department of Politics and Public Administration, University of Madras, Chepauk, 5 p.m.

GRT and ICICI Bank: Prize distribution ceremony, GRT Coats Road, T.Nagar, 5.30 p.m.

Thiruvallikeni Sri Vanamamalai Mutt Kainkarya Sabha: Anniversary celebrations, 3, East Tank Square St., Triplicane, 10 a.m.

Ilakiya Saaral: Youth Day, Sri Karpakavalli Vidyalaya, 4, East Mada St., Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meetings, Kondithope Police Community Hall, Wall Tax Rd.; CSI Good Shepherd Church, Taramani Link Rd., Velachery; Loyola Matriculation School, United India Colony, Kodambakkam; Anglo Indian Association, Ponniamman Koil St., Egmore; St.Velankani Church, Besant Nagar; and St.Luke's Church, IInd Main Rd., Anna Nagar, 7 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting, Staying Clean Group, St.Lourdes Church, Don Bosco School, Paper Mills Rd., Perambur, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai - today 11th June

Religion

Mahabharatham: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Desigan Swamy Pravachana Mandapam, 1, 26th St., Thillaiganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Taittreyopanishad: Satyavratananda Saraswathi, 109, Andhra Mahila Sabha, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 11 a.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Bairava Saibaba Temple, 6, First Main Rd., Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.

Saiva Siddhantham: Ramamurthi, 24, 3rd St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandham: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10.30 a.m.

Thirumandiram: M.K.Prabaharamoorthy, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Periyapuranam: Durai Namasivayam, Pidari Mangaliamman Siddhi Vinayagar Temple, Naduvakkarai, Anna Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Dakshinamurthy Sthothram: Brahmayogananda, Krishnapuram Sai Sanmithi, 1A, Athreyapuram, 1st St., Choolaimedu, 7 p.m.

Dravida Vedam: Raza Narayanan, Sri Santhana Venugopalaswamy Thiru Koil, 115, Pedariyar Koil St., Mint, 6 p.m.

Sivapragasam: S.Gangadharan, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Tiruvezhukkutriukkai: Karunakarachar, Sadagopan Tirunarayana Swami Divya Prabandha Pathasala, Jalladampet Village, 4 p.m.

General

Vishranthi Charitable Trust: Launch of publication, N.Murali, Managing Director of The Hindu and writer Sivasankari participates, The Music Academy, 6 p.m.

State Bank of India Officer's Association: Anniversary celebrations of 1969 indefinite strike, Museum Theatre, Pantheon Rd., Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Vidya Mandir @ Estancia: Inauguration, Member of Parliament K.Kasturirangan participates, Estancia Integrated Township, GST Rd., NH 45, Vallanchery, 9 a.m.

The Chartered Accountants Study Circle: Lecture on "Taxation of Trusts", Prince Arcade, 2L, Rear Block, 2nd Floor, 22-A, Cathedral Rd., 6.15 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.

YMCA (Royapettah Toastmaster Club): Meeting, Royapettah, 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, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Ashok Nagar; St. Sebastian Church, Madavaram; St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dwarakesh

In Chennai today - 11 Jun 2009

Religion

Mahabharatham: Navalpakkam Narasimhan, Desigan Swamy Pravachana Mandapam, 1, 26th St., Thillaiganga Nagar, Nanganallur, 7 p.m.

Bhagavatham: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Taittreyopanishad: Satyavratananda Saraswathi, 109, Andhra Mahila Sabha, Luz Church Rd., Mylapore, 11 a.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Bairava Saibaba Temple, 6, First Main Rd., Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.

Saiva Siddhantham: Ramamurthi, 24, 3rd St., Raghava Reddy Colony, Ashok Nagar, 7 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandham: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar West Extn., 10.30 a.m.

Thirumandiram: M.K.Prabaharamoorthy, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Periyapuranam: Durai Namasivayam, Pidari Mangaliamman Siddhi Vinayagar Temple, Naduvakkarai, Anna Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Dakshinamurthy Sthothram: Brahmayogananda, Krishnapuram Sai Sanmithi, 1A, Athreyapuram, 1st St., Choolaimedu, 7 p.m.

Dravida Vedam: Raza Narayanan, Sri Santhana Venugopalaswamy Thiru Koil, 115, Pedariyar Koil St., Mint, 6 p.m.

Sivapragasam: S.Gangadharan, Saiva Siddhantha Perumanram, 4, Venkatesa Agraharam St., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Tiruvezhukkutriukkai: Karunakarachar, Sadagopan Tirunarayana Swami Divya Prabandha Pathasala, Jalladampet Village, 4 p.m.

General

Vishranthi Charitable Trust: Launch of publication, N.Murali, Managing Director of The Hindu and writer Sivasankari participates, The Music Academy, 6 p.m.

State Bank of India Officer's Association: Anniversary celebrations of 1969 indefinite strike, Museum Theatre, Pantheon Rd., Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Vidya Mandir @ Estancia: Inauguration, Member of Parliament K.Kasturirangan participates, Estancia Integrated Township, GST Rd., NH 45, Vallanchery, 9 a.m.

The Chartered Accountants Study Circle: Lecture on "Taxation of Trusts", Prince Arcade, 2L, Rear Block, 2nd Floor, 22-A, Cathedral Rd., 6.15 p.m.

Periyar Library Reader's Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 p.m.

YMCA (Royapettah Toastmaster Club): Meeting, Royapettah, 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, Anna Nagar; Church of Victorious Cross, Ashok Nagar; St. Sebastian Church, Madavaram; St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar; and Victory Child Development Centre, Muthalamman St., Selaiyur, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai - today 12th June

Religion

Mahabharatham: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Gita: Radhika Krishnakumar, Chinmaya Heritage Centre, 13th Avenue, Harrington Rd., 11 a.m.

Kena Upanishad: Vimala Thakar, 3/4, Kamala St., Chromepet, 5.30 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Bairava Saibaba Temple, 6, First Main Rd., Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.

Periyapuranam: Sivakumar, Marundeeswarar Temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Abirami Andathi: Manickavelu, Baktha Jana Sabha, 5, T.T.K Rd., Royapettah, 6.30 p.m.

Periya Thirumozhi: Rama Srinivasan, Sadagopan Thirunarayana Swami Divya Prabandha Pathasala, Jalladampet, 5.30 p.m.

Raja Yoga: Deshikatmananada, Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

General

Kamala Theatre: Inauguration of renovated theatre, Union Minister D. Napolean and State Minister Parithi Ilamvazhuthi participate, Vadapalani, 6 p.m.

Tamil Nadu Construction Workers Welfare Board: Meeting, Deputy Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Minister Arcot N.Veeraswami participate, 8, Valluvar Kottam Rd., Nungambakkam, 10.30 a.m.

State Child Labour Welfare cum Rehabilitation Society: Meeting on Anti-Child Labour Day, Minister T.M. Anbarasan participates, Kalaivanar Arangam, Wallajah Rd., 10.30 a.m.

University of Findlay – Prakruthi: India USA Global Business and Networking Strategy conference, Minister Poongothai Alladi Aruna and US Consul General in Chennai Andrew T. Simkin participate, Hotel Comfort Inn Marina Towers, 9.30 a.m.

Sarva Siksha Abiyan – World Vision India: School enrolment campaign, Corporation Middle School, Triplicane, 9 a.m.

U.S. Consulate: Presentation on student visas, Ariel Howard, Vice Consul, US Consulate participates, The Music Academy, 4 p.m.

Alladi Centenary Foundation: Lecture by Bruce Berndt, University of Illinois on 'Ramanujam's Lost Notebook', Ekamra Nivas, Mylapore, 9.30 a.m.

Arunodhaya: Inauguration of sticker campaign against Child Domestic Work, Corporation school, Rangarajapuram, Kodambakkam, 11 a.m.

Institution of Engineers: Lecture on the 'Role of maintenance in the growth of aviation,' Hotel Residency Towers, 7 p.m.

Madras Management Association and Konrad Adenauer Foundation: Workshop on '5S for organisational effectiveness, Hotel Deccan Plaza, 9.30 a.m.

Tamil Nadu Girls Battalion NCC and Child Rehab and Therapy Clinic: Workshop on learning disabilities, Mahalakshmi Women's College of Arts & Science, Paruthipattu, 4 p.m.

Lion's Club of Madras Cosmopolitan: Meeting, Presidency Club, 7 p.m.

Vidya Mandir: Alumni Induction, Mylapore, 4 p.m.

SAFE Communities India – Chennai Corporation: Screening of movie on fire safety, Anna Nagar Tower Park, 6 p.m.

Madras Kerala Samaj: Felicitation of top scorers in 12th class exams, 903, Poonamallee High Rd., 10.30 a.m.

Mylapore Lodge, Theosophical Society: Lecture on 'Value of values' by N.Ramachandran, 17-B, Baliah Avenue, Luz, Mylapore, 6 p.m.

V-Excel Educational Trust: Donation of school van by IOB, Norton 2nd St., Mandaveli, 9.30 a.m.

Periyar Self Respect Media Department: Screening of short films, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 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, Kevin School, Royapuram; Kesari High School, T.Nagar; Fathima Church, East Tambaram; Singaram Pillai Boy's High School, Villivakkam; C.S.I Zion Church, Chintadripet; St. Mariyal Magadalona Church, Poonamallee; and Assembly of Gods Church, Arumbakkam, 7 p.m.

dhilipkumar

Power shutdown tomorrow


CHENNAI: Power supply will be suspended for maintenance work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday in the following areas. Velachery: Velachery Main Road, Kamarajapuram, Balaji Colony, Janakpuri and parts of Bypass Road.

Alandur: Maduvinkarai, Alandur, Adambakkam, Brindavan Nagar and parts of G.S.T. Road.

Palavakkam: Kandasamy Nagar 1st to 6th streets, Sangam Colony, Mahatma Gandhi Street, Periyar Salai, Govinda Nagar, Krishna Nagar, Maniyammai Street and Karim Nagar.

Alapakkam: PTC Quarters, Sri Lakshmi Nagar, Lakshmi Nagar, Kanniamman Nagar, Odama Nagar, Vanagaram and Mettukuppam.

Dasarathapuram: Kaveri Rangan Nagar, Kaveri Street, Velayutham Street, Logaiah Colony, Annamalai Colony, Majestic, Pushpa Colony, Kannabiran Colony and parts of Arcot Road.

Choolaimedu: Gill Nagar, Mangal Nagar, Gandhi Road, Vinobaji Street, N.G.O. Colony and Thiruvalluvarpuram.

Royapettah: Peters Road, West Cott Road, Perumal Mudali Road, Duraisamy Colony, Ramasamy Garden, Ramasamy Maistry Street, Thalaiyari Street, Bharathi Salai, Arumuga Vaidhyar Street, Ameer Mahal, Somu Street, Mirbakshi Ali Street, MPM Street, Devaraja Mudali Street, Thangavelu Street, Subramaniya Garden Street, Thirunavukkarasu Street and Dr. Niyamadullah Street.

dhilipkumar

In Chennai -  today 13th june

RELIGION

Kamba Ramayanam: C. Pazhani, Leo HSS., Anna Nagar (West Extn.), 5.30 p.m.

Mahabharatham: Jaya Srinivasan, Narada Gana Sabha, Alwarpet, 6.30 p.m.

Gita: Satyavratananda, Kesari High School, Pondy Bazaar, T. Nagar, 6.30 p.m.

Katopanishad: Brahmayogananda, 25 (9/1), Chakrapani St. Extn., West Mambalam, 7 p.m.

Narayaneeyam: Jamadhagni, Bairava Saibaba Temple, 6, 1st Main Rd., Bharat Nagar, Madipakkam, 5.30 p.m.

'Aazhwargalum Tiruvengadamudaiyanum': Madhivannan, 7, Hariharan Hospital Rd., Nanganallur, 6.45 p.m.

Nalayiradivyaprabandam: Kokkalai Jerajan, W-146, Anna Nagar (West Extn.), 10.30 a.m.

'Paraasara Bhattar': P.T.Seshadri, Sri Andalamman Matam, 84, Sanjeevaroyan Koil St., Old Washermenpet, 6.45 p.m.

Ramakrishna Math: Discourse by Abhiramananda, 668, School Rd., Anna Nagar (West Extn.), 5.30 p.m.; Discourse by Vimurtananda, Mylapore, 5.30 p.m.

'Sri Guru Paramparai': Parasara Badri, Sitadevi Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya, 2, Kalamegham St., East Tambaram, 6.30 p.m.

Soundarya Lahari: Goda Venkateswara Sastri, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, 6.30 p.m.

Thirukkovaiyar: Palaravoyan, Marundeeswarar temple, Thiruvanmiyur, 7 p.m.

Veda Mahimai: P.V.Vijayaraghavan, P.S.HSS., Mylapore, 6 p.m.

Aurobindo Society: M.K. Ramaswamy speaks on 'Mother's prayers and meditations', 5, Smith Rd., Anna Salai, 6.30 p.m.

CULTURE

Organising Committee: Launch of publication 'Knit India through literature, Volume IV – The North,' Union Minister G.K. Vasan participates, Hotel Savera, 6.30 p.m.

Department of Information and Public Relations and World Thirukkural Centre: Meeting on Thirukkural, Valluvar Kottam, 10 a.m.

Tenmozhi Padippagam: Inauguration of lecture series on Thirukkural, Pavalarery Thamizhkalam, Medavakkam Rd. Junction, 4 p.m.

Organising Committee: Poovulagu, a magazine on the environment, South Indian Film Chamber Theatre, Anna Salai, 6 p.m.

GENERAL
ICAI-New Delhi: Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman K. Rahman Khan inaugurates training programme for technical reviewers, Hotel Savera, 9 a.m.

Fire and Rescue Services Department: Mock drill, Thiruchinankuppam, Ennore Expressway, 4.30 p.m.

TN Girls Battalion NCC: Demonstration and distribution of certificates, Chief Electoral Officer Naresh Gupta participates, Mahalaxmi Women's College of Arts & Science, Avadi 10 a.m.

University of Madras: Grievance meeting for students of Institute of Distance Education, Senate House, Chepauk, 11 a.m.

J.K. Study Circle: Meeting, 3/4, Kamala St., Kumaran Kunram, Chromepet, 5.30 p.m.

Karunalaya: Signature campaign to spread awareness on HIV/AIDS, Thiruvalluvar Nagar, G.M.Pet, Kasimedu, 10 a.m.

Sivakumar Educational Trust: Award ceremony to honour examination toppers, South Indian Film Chamber Theatre, Gemini, Anna Salai, 10 a.m.

ICWAI- SIRC: Meeting, 4, Montieth Lane, Egmore, 6.30 p.m.

Adyar Tamizh Sangam: Meeting, Youth Hostel, Indira Nagar, Adyar, 6 p.m.

Admert Medical Centre: Seminar on 'Obesity management', Hotel Savera, 5 p.m.

Mohamed Sathak A.J. College of Physiotherapy: Workshop, 144/1, Nungambakkam High Rd., 9 a.m.

ICFAI: Seminar on 'Corporate governance', MGR Janaki College, R.A. Puram, 6.30 p.m.

Seesha: Launch of women and child development project, Government High School, Vanagaram, 11 a.m.

Sevalaya: Teacher training programme, Kasuva Village, Pakkam P.O., near Thiruninravur, 10 a.m.

Periyar Library Readers' Circle: Meeting, Periyar Thidal, Vepery, 6.30 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, St. Velankanni Church, Besant Nagar, 8 a.m.; Community Service Centre, 17, Balfour Rd., Kilpauk; ECI Zion Church, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Ekkaduthangal; Risen Christ Church, Anna Salai Bus Stop, 6, Paper Mill Rd., Peravallur; Williams Girls' HSS., Peters Rd., Royapettah; P.S.HSS., R.K.Mutt Rd. and Alagu Andavar Tirukoil, Korukkupet, 7 p.m.