Lamakaan

Hello Hyderabad! Let’s heal our inner child this Children’s Day! Whether you’re 8 or 80, join us for a delightful sit-and-paint event where we’ll unleash our creativity together. No prior experience is required, you can seek our guidance during the event. Come and rediscover the joy of art with us!
Date: 16th November
Time: 11am to 2pm
Place: Lamakaan

Registration fee: Rs100
Registration link: https://forms.gle/jBznSjxUVY6ofkJ7A

Please drop a WhatsApp text on 6290176108 for any queries. And don't forget to follow Minion.crafts for more updates on the event!

Join us at Lamakaan for the "What We Can Do" Workshop – an interactive, hands-on session where photographers and writers unite to create unique stories through words and visuals. This workshop invites participants to pair up and dive into collaborative storytelling. Writers will weave narratives, while photographers capture scenes and moments that bring these words to life, exploring themes like “moments in time” or “expressions of culture.”

Each team will work together to turn ideas into a visual story, building connections with like-minded creatives and expanding their skills in a collaborative environment. This engaging, community-driven experience will also include an opportunity to showcase each story at the end, celebrating the creativity of each participant.

Perfect for photographers and writers eager to explore new ways of expression and connect with others in the community!

Join us for a handson experience in the beautiful art of macrame, channelizing your energy and stress hormones.
the wall hanging, plant hanger or any other home decor this workshop this workshop is a gateway to an exciting world of creativity.
materials will be provided by the facilitator. open for all age group

Calling all Potterheads!

Join us for Harry Potter Journal Date on Nov 17, 2024.

• Design your magical journal cover, compete in our fun quiz & win amazing gifts!

• Enjoy refreshing drinks & snacks with fellow wizards & witches!

When: 17 Nov 2024

Where: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills

Fee: ₹934/- (inclusive of refreshments)

All ages welcome!

Limited Spots ✨

Join us on Tuesday, 19th November 2024, at Lamakaan for an insightful book discussion with Mr. Rahul Bhatia, author of The Identity Project: The Unmaking of a Democracy, and Dr. Mujibur Rehman, author of Shikwa-e-Hind: The Political Future of Indian Muslims.
This event offers a unique opportunity to delve into pressing questions surrounding identity, democracy, and minority politics in India. Engage in thoughtful dialogue and hear directly from the authors as they share the ideas and inspirations behind their works.
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, 19th November 2024
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: Lamakaan, Hyderabad
This event is open to all, and entry is free. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a conversation on the evolving narratives that shape India today!

J. Devika is a noted Malayali historian, trenchant feminist, social critic, and academic from Kerala. She currently researches and teaches at the Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram as a professor. She comments widely on Indian politics and culture and has closely interacted with the Hema Committee proceedings.

She will speak about the Malayali film world and the Hema committee and interact with students and activists.

All are Welcome!

Bolat ( Marathi play)
Written by - Yogesh Soman
Design & Direction by - Sauraabh Gharipurikar
Music by - Shriram Gharipurikar
Performance by - Vishal Phadke & Dilip Salgarkar

UNsmoke - Book launch.

The book offers a unique & practical approach to quitting smoking through mindset transformation. Drawing from his personal journey and coaching expertise, this book dives deep into the psychology of addiction, guiding readers to understand the true reasons behind their smoking habits. With a step-by-step framework, UNsmoke empowers readers to replace harmful habits with healthier choices, providing a roadmap not only to quit smoking but to embrace a more fulfilling life.
Capt. Tuluri is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of sailing and corporate leadership. His career journey—marked by resilience, discipline, and personal transformation—shapes his work as a mindset coach. Known for his ability to help individuals overcome limiting beliefs and achieve their potential, Capt. Suraj’s own challenges with insecurities, academic setbacks, and midlife struggles have fueled his passion to support others in their journey to self-improvement.

"Christspiracy - The Spirituality Secret" examines the intersections between various religions, veganism, and animal rights, aiming to explore how religious values might align with compassion towards animals. The film delves into biblical texts, theological perspectives, and historical narratives to question traditional Christian stances on animal use and advocate for a plant-based, cruelty-free lifestyle as a form of spiritual alignment.

Bolat ( Marathi play )
Written by - Yogesh Soman
Desigh & Directed by - Saurabh Gharipurikar
Music - Shriram Gharipurikar
Performance by Vishal Phadke & Dipip Salgarkar

A cyber safety awareness session focuses on educating participants, especially students, about safe online practices to protect themselves from potential cyber threats. The session covers essential topics like safeguarding personal information, recognizing phishing and scams, understanding privacy settings, and learning the importance of strong passwords. Through interactive discussions and real-life examples, these sessions aim to empower participants with practical knowledge to navigate the digital world responsibly, ensuring their online safety and security.

Art and literature can be seen as extensions of the human mind. Very often they can reveal what lies within, sometimes visibly, and, sometimes, not quite so visibly. The movie club is (we hope) a fun way of looking deeper into the emotions, perceptions and thoughts that weave human relationships together or tear them apart. A movie may be treated as a true story or, alternatively, can be used as a tool to try and figure out what went on in the directors head when the movie was made. Either way, it’s a different way of understanding human behavior and relationships. In the end, by looking deeper into another’s story, we hope, perchance, to understand ourselves better.

Batik printing, is a traditional textile technique originating from Indonesia and now practised across the States of Gujarat, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, each in its own style. In this batik printing workshop, attendees shall learn about the history and cultural significance of batik while gaining hands-on experience in the craft.

The participants will be introduced to the materials, including fabric, wax, and dyes. They will then be taught how to use block printing tools to apply wax patterns onto fabric, creating a resist design. After waxing, participants will dye and wash their fabrics, allowing them to witness the transformation as the wax is removed to reveal vibrant, intricate patterns. The attendees can leave the workshop with their unique batik pieces, hopefully having developed a deeper appreciation for this beautiful art form and its cultural roots. Workshop Details:
Date: 24.11.24
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Rs.600/- for one person and Rs.1000/- for a group of two (inclusive of all materials and you will be able to take back your batik piece with you)
Registration: Whatsapp/call this number to register - +919154967805; +919154399395

Rotaract Club of Hyderabad East is hosting an event where people can join us for painting with spray or acrylic paints.

DORA a Telugu play by Shudrka Hyderabad based on Miguel De Cervantes' Don Quixote, is adapted and directed by Swapan Mondal. As a humanist the play is concerned with the values and psyches of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, even while realizing that there is an element of the uncanny in Cervantes' characters and that their behaviour challenges and defies rational description.

The book Titled "డబ్బు అమ్మబడును"is going to launch which is a collection of short stories.

Urbansketchers Hyderabad is celebrating a major milestone: its 300th event, with the week-long #uskhyd300 from December 8-14, 2024. Over these seven days, participants will come together to document the city’s diverse landmarks and everyday scenes through 300 unique sketches. This special event honors Hyderabad's culture, architecture, and people, inviting artists of all levels to capture the city's essence.

The event begins with a workshop at Lamakaan on December 8 from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. This session will introduce urban sketching techniques, from capturing perspectives to adding dynamic line work, and provide participants with event schedules, materials suggestions, and daily themes. Lamakaan serves as the gathering point for this kickoff and as the venue for the final exhibition on December 14, where all 300 sketches will be displayed, creating a visual tapestry of Hyderabad.

Each day, participants will sketch at a new iconic location, exploring Hyderabad's beauty and variety. Planned spots include Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace, Hussain Sagar Lake, and Laad Bazaar, each with its unique character. Mornings feature sketch walks, afternoons offer workshops led by experienced artists on advanced techniques, and evenings bring everyone together to share and discuss the day’s artwork.

Special activities include a night sketching session at Charminar, a children’s sketching workshop, and a bustling market sketch at Laad Bazaar. The closing event on December 14 at Lamakaan will showcase the week’s collective work, inviting the public to view the 300 sketches and hear from participants. The #uskhyd300 event reflects the dedication of Urbansketchers Hyderabad to its art community and aims to deepen connections among artists while showcasing Hyderabad’s vibrant urban landscape.

It was wonderful to collaborate with you for Rubaroo's flagship event, Rubaroo with Gender 2024! We truly value your partnership and support for this event and for the years we’ve worked together to create a safe and empowering community for young people across the city.

Rubaroo with Gender takes place annually on December 10th, coinciding with International Human Rights Day. The campaign encourages everyone to contribute to ending violence against women, girls and marginalised communities, support women’s rights activists, and resist any rollback of women’s and marginalised communities rights. It also provides a platform for youth participants to showcase their own campaigns.

This year, the event was facilitated by youth as part of the Emerging Leaders Programme. It featured an open space led by Rubaroo with various self-facilitated stalls. Activities included exploring safe and unsafe spaces related to gender, self-love exercises, quizzes to challenge existing notions of gender roles, poetry recitations, dance performances, and more.

An Evening on Healing Shame with a Sex & Trauma Psychotherapist - a Trauma Therapy workshop and a discussion on Neha Bhat's book Unashamed

Workshop Fees: Rs 1000

The bestselling book by Harper Collins can be made available on sale at a discount

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

Hello Hyderabad! Let’s heal our inner child this Children’s Day! Whether you’re 8 or 80, join us for a delightful sit-and-paint event where we’ll unleash our creativity together. No prior experience is required, you can seek our guidance during the event. Come and rediscover the joy of art with us!
Date: 16th November
Time: 11am to 2pm
Place: Lamakaan

Registration fee: Rs100
Registration link: https://forms.gle/jBznSjxUVY6ofkJ7A

Please drop a WhatsApp text on 6290176108 for any queries. And don't forget to follow Minion.crafts for more updates on the event!

Join us at Lamakaan for the "What We Can Do" Workshop – an interactive, hands-on session where photographers and writers unite to create unique stories through words and visuals. This workshop invites participants to pair up and dive into collaborative storytelling. Writers will weave narratives, while photographers capture scenes and moments that bring these words to life, exploring themes like “moments in time” or “expressions of culture.”

Each team will work together to turn ideas into a visual story, building connections with like-minded creatives and expanding their skills in a collaborative environment. This engaging, community-driven experience will also include an opportunity to showcase each story at the end, celebrating the creativity of each participant.

Perfect for photographers and writers eager to explore new ways of expression and connect with others in the community!

Join us for a handson experience in the beautiful art of macrame, channelizing your energy and stress hormones.
the wall hanging, plant hanger or any other home decor this workshop this workshop is a gateway to an exciting world of creativity.
materials will be provided by the facilitator. open for all age group

Calling all Potterheads!

Join us for Harry Potter Journal Date on Nov 17, 2024.

• Design your magical journal cover, compete in our fun quiz & win amazing gifts!

• Enjoy refreshing drinks & snacks with fellow wizards & witches!

When: 17 Nov 2024

Where: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills

Fee: ₹934/- (inclusive of refreshments)

All ages welcome!

Limited Spots ✨

Join us on Tuesday, 19th November 2024, at Lamakaan for an insightful book discussion with Mr. Rahul Bhatia, author of The Identity Project: The Unmaking of a Democracy, and Dr. Mujibur Rehman, author of Shikwa-e-Hind: The Political Future of Indian Muslims.
This event offers a unique opportunity to delve into pressing questions surrounding identity, democracy, and minority politics in India. Engage in thoughtful dialogue and hear directly from the authors as they share the ideas and inspirations behind their works.
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, 19th November 2024
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: Lamakaan, Hyderabad
This event is open to all, and entry is free. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a conversation on the evolving narratives that shape India today!

J. Devika is a noted Malayali historian, trenchant feminist, social critic, and academic from Kerala. She currently researches and teaches at the Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram as a professor. She comments widely on Indian politics and culture and has closely interacted with the Hema Committee proceedings.

She will speak about the Malayali film world and the Hema committee and interact with students and activists.

All are Welcome!

Bolat ( Marathi play)
Written by - Yogesh Soman
Design & Direction by - Sauraabh Gharipurikar
Music by - Shriram Gharipurikar
Performance by - Vishal Phadke & Dilip Salgarkar

UNsmoke - Book launch.

The book offers a unique & practical approach to quitting smoking through mindset transformation. Drawing from his personal journey and coaching expertise, this book dives deep into the psychology of addiction, guiding readers to understand the true reasons behind their smoking habits. With a step-by-step framework, UNsmoke empowers readers to replace harmful habits with healthier choices, providing a roadmap not only to quit smoking but to embrace a more fulfilling life.
Capt. Tuluri is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of sailing and corporate leadership. His career journey—marked by resilience, discipline, and personal transformation—shapes his work as a mindset coach. Known for his ability to help individuals overcome limiting beliefs and achieve their potential, Capt. Suraj’s own challenges with insecurities, academic setbacks, and midlife struggles have fueled his passion to support others in their journey to self-improvement.

"Christspiracy - The Spirituality Secret" examines the intersections between various religions, veganism, and animal rights, aiming to explore how religious values might align with compassion towards animals. The film delves into biblical texts, theological perspectives, and historical narratives to question traditional Christian stances on animal use and advocate for a plant-based, cruelty-free lifestyle as a form of spiritual alignment.

Bolat ( Marathi play )
Written by - Yogesh Soman
Desigh & Directed by - Saurabh Gharipurikar
Music - Shriram Gharipurikar
Performance by Vishal Phadke & Dipip Salgarkar

A cyber safety awareness session focuses on educating participants, especially students, about safe online practices to protect themselves from potential cyber threats. The session covers essential topics like safeguarding personal information, recognizing phishing and scams, understanding privacy settings, and learning the importance of strong passwords. Through interactive discussions and real-life examples, these sessions aim to empower participants with practical knowledge to navigate the digital world responsibly, ensuring their online safety and security.

Art and literature can be seen as extensions of the human mind. Very often they can reveal what lies within, sometimes visibly, and, sometimes, not quite so visibly. The movie club is (we hope) a fun way of looking deeper into the emotions, perceptions and thoughts that weave human relationships together or tear them apart. A movie may be treated as a true story or, alternatively, can be used as a tool to try and figure out what went on in the directors head when the movie was made. Either way, it’s a different way of understanding human behavior and relationships. In the end, by looking deeper into another’s story, we hope, perchance, to understand ourselves better.

Batik printing, is a traditional textile technique originating from Indonesia and now practised across the States of Gujarat, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, each in its own style. In this batik printing workshop, attendees shall learn about the history and cultural significance of batik while gaining hands-on experience in the craft.

The participants will be introduced to the materials, including fabric, wax, and dyes. They will then be taught how to use block printing tools to apply wax patterns onto fabric, creating a resist design. After waxing, participants will dye and wash their fabrics, allowing them to witness the transformation as the wax is removed to reveal vibrant, intricate patterns. The attendees can leave the workshop with their unique batik pieces, hopefully having developed a deeper appreciation for this beautiful art form and its cultural roots. Workshop Details:
Date: 24.11.24
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Rs.600/- for one person and Rs.1000/- for a group of two (inclusive of all materials and you will be able to take back your batik piece with you)
Registration: Whatsapp/call this number to register - +919154967805; +919154399395

Rotaract Club of Hyderabad East is hosting an event where people can join us for painting with spray or acrylic paints.

DORA a Telugu play by Shudrka Hyderabad based on Miguel De Cervantes' Don Quixote, is adapted and directed by Swapan Mondal. As a humanist the play is concerned with the values and psyches of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, even while realizing that there is an element of the uncanny in Cervantes' characters and that their behaviour challenges and defies rational description.

The book Titled "డబ్బు అమ్మబడును"is going to launch which is a collection of short stories.

Urbansketchers Hyderabad is celebrating a major milestone: its 300th event, with the week-long #uskhyd300 from December 8-14, 2024. Over these seven days, participants will come together to document the city’s diverse landmarks and everyday scenes through 300 unique sketches. This special event honors Hyderabad's culture, architecture, and people, inviting artists of all levels to capture the city's essence.

The event begins with a workshop at Lamakaan on December 8 from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. This session will introduce urban sketching techniques, from capturing perspectives to adding dynamic line work, and provide participants with event schedules, materials suggestions, and daily themes. Lamakaan serves as the gathering point for this kickoff and as the venue for the final exhibition on December 14, where all 300 sketches will be displayed, creating a visual tapestry of Hyderabad.

Each day, participants will sketch at a new iconic location, exploring Hyderabad's beauty and variety. Planned spots include Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace, Hussain Sagar Lake, and Laad Bazaar, each with its unique character. Mornings feature sketch walks, afternoons offer workshops led by experienced artists on advanced techniques, and evenings bring everyone together to share and discuss the day’s artwork.

Special activities include a night sketching session at Charminar, a children’s sketching workshop, and a bustling market sketch at Laad Bazaar. The closing event on December 14 at Lamakaan will showcase the week’s collective work, inviting the public to view the 300 sketches and hear from participants. The #uskhyd300 event reflects the dedication of Urbansketchers Hyderabad to its art community and aims to deepen connections among artists while showcasing Hyderabad’s vibrant urban landscape.

It was wonderful to collaborate with you for Rubaroo's flagship event, Rubaroo with Gender 2024! We truly value your partnership and support for this event and for the years we’ve worked together to create a safe and empowering community for young people across the city.

Rubaroo with Gender takes place annually on December 10th, coinciding with International Human Rights Day. The campaign encourages everyone to contribute to ending violence against women, girls and marginalised communities, support women’s rights activists, and resist any rollback of women’s and marginalised communities rights. It also provides a platform for youth participants to showcase their own campaigns.

This year, the event was facilitated by youth as part of the Emerging Leaders Programme. It featured an open space led by Rubaroo with various self-facilitated stalls. Activities included exploring safe and unsafe spaces related to gender, self-love exercises, quizzes to challenge existing notions of gender roles, poetry recitations, dance performances, and more.

An Evening on Healing Shame with a Sex & Trauma Psychotherapist - a Trauma Therapy workshop and a discussion on Neha Bhat's book Unashamed

Workshop Fees: Rs 1000

The bestselling book by Harper Collins can be made available on sale at a discount