Category: News and Events

Podcast: Audible Weed Walk – # 39

Being consciously humane – is important. One thing that Covid has taught us, highlighted to us, actually screaming and telling us – that despite what we may think we are part of Nature. We need to take care of ourselves better and that word OURSELVES extends beyond our own body, it extends to other people, […]

Exhibition: Pinhole photography by Sasikant Somu

Sasikanth Somu as part of the Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day exhibition presents, “Morning Swim”Phu Yen, Tinh Quang Nam, Vietnam “This is in Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen Province, Vietnam. A stream of people were going back and forth towards the water and shore. I felt that with the slow exposures need for the shot, it would […]

Photo Article: Moving on by August Timmermans

August Timmermans (Guus) is an ex-Aurovilian who lived here from 1977 to 1985. He worked on the Matrimandir construction and later co-managed the Matrimandir Nursery.  August Timmermans explores the beauty of nature, our habitats and the people through his lens telling a story through a new entry in Colorful Vignettes called: Moving on

Webinars: MAP Talks and Masterclass – May 2021

Museum of Art and Photography (MAP) Presents: 1: Exploring ‘Transnational’ as a curatorial method May 12, 2021 06:00 PM Description: In this talk, Dr. Sook-Kyung Lee (Senior Curator, International Art, Tate Modern) shares how the Hyundai Tate Research Centre: Transnational (HTRC:T) engenders curatorial questioning of both the geopolitics of global art histories and the museum’s […]

Documentary Film: Bronx Princess Online

Now through May 21, stream the documentary film, Bronx Princess by Musa Syeed and Yoni Brook. Then, watch a discussion with the lead subject, Rockyatu Otoo! https://africanfilmny.org/event/bronx-princess/ New articles on the history of Luxor African Film Festival, and research on the African diaspora are available in the AFF Archives. https://africanfilmny.org/calendar/

Podcast: How to Get Away with the Pandemic Creative Block

With each sunrise, we open our eyes to more uncertainty. The more you keep your mind away from the mayhem, the further it decides to take a swim in the deep-ends of misery.It’s understandable if you are unable to work in these conditions. Creating is not easy without focus and sanity. Being in isolation and […]

Call for Application: Iyarkai – Grant for Conservation and Photography, Last date – 30 June

Iyarkai grant is for young and emerging photographers identifying as females who look to support projects on wildlife, vegetation, land, ecology, natural resource management, ecotourism, climate crisis, and related social issues. The applicant must be a resident of India.  There is no age restriction, although preference will be given to grant requests from young and […]

Article: 5 Frames… By Sasi Somu

Sasi Somu`s presents My Quarantine In Vietnam With Orwo N74 Plus On A Nikon F3Hp (35Mm Format / Ei 800 / Nikkor 50Mm F/1.4 Ai-S) I flew into Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, late in the night to be unceremoniously whisked off to spend the next 15 days in quarantine in a 3×4 meter hotel […]

Online Theatre: Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards 2021

Mahindra’s Excellence in Theatre Awards, produced by Teamwork Arts, presents a virtual celebration for theatre. Watch plays along with virtual conversations here… https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddkmH6RVjhW3ij6MSa75uw/featured The arts, and in particular, the theatre community, were devastated by the pandemic. META reaffirms its commitment to theatre with its 2021 edition and looks forward to continuing its efforts to recognise, […]

Obituary: Legendary writer Manoj Das passes away

Manoj Das, one of the trustees of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram and managing trustee of ‘Sri Aurobindo Udyog Trust’, passed away yesterday at 87. Many long-term Aurovilians knew him and respected him for his wide understanding of Sri Aurobindo’s and Mother’s vision, his broad-mindedness and direct approach to things. with our utmost respect and condolences. OM~ […]

AV Radio: The Latest Podcasts

Our programs are reduced due to the closure of the radio studio. Ay Radio team hope you stay well and safe. Stay tuned! Here you can listen to the stream channell (playing 24/7). Here you can see on-air schedules. Last published podcasts Lunaria – ep.14 “Bagalamukhi and Bhairavi” (Women’s health) Suryamayi’s PhD on Auroville – chapt.3 […]

Video: The Mother’s symbol in multiple languages

Mother’s Symbol and Her Powers has been translated into 38 languages, and more to come in future: The Mother’s symbol in multiple languages https://auroville.org/the-mother-s-sy…​ Amharic, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Esperanto, French, German, Gujarati, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Kannada, Korean, Macedonian, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Niugini Pisin, Odia, Persian, Portuguese, Punjabi, […]

Film: Ever Slow Green Online

The award-winning documentary film Ever Slow Green tells the story of a 50-years-young tropical forest that evolved in Auroville, South India, through some of the diverse characters who dedicate their lives to bringing it to fruition. Now available on: Cinemapreneur: https://bit.ly/2QUv5JL Apple’s iTunes: https://apple.co/3sNcEUn​ Google Play: https://bit.ly/3sPWcTk​ Ever Slow Green website: https://www.brainfever.in/ever-slow-g​…

Film: Living In the Future’s Past

We will be showing the Award-winning documentary that comes from the heart and mind of Academy Award winner Jeff Bridges.  Living In the Future’s Past – Produced and Presented by Jeff Bridges.  Directed and Edited by Co-Producer Susan Kucera. When: Apr 28, 2021 07:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Where: Free Virtual Film Showing on Zoom REGISTER HERE for the […]

Retreat now Online: ‘Feasting on Light’ with Elitom Elamin, starting 28 April – 2 May

Experience the power of energy cultivation and freedom from food with internationally acknowledged expert on prolonged fasting. For more details contact egle@auroville.org.in ‘Walking the path’ – 28 April – 2 May Retreat will happen live at the Tibetan Pavilion and also be available online for interested people form all over the world and India. What […]

AV Radio: The Latest Podcasts

Your favorite radio is closed again due to the increasing of covid cases inAuroville. Ay Radio team wish you to stay well and safe! Here you can listen to the stream channell (playing 24/7). Here you can see on-air schedules. Last published podcasts Suryamayi’s PhD on Auroville – chapt.2 “Methodology” (Research) Lunaria – ep.13 “Bhuwaneshwari and […]

Online Stories: The 30 Day Short Story Challenge

Want a fun way to destress? Take the 30 day short story challenge on juggernautbooks. One amazing story. Free for 24 hours. From Agatha Christie to ruskin bond, twinkle Khanna to Ravindranath Tagore. Are you ready? Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrNN-I8tNy15MbA2b3BNTWeX2AccKPpUk7SUZG2GW4oDg9Sw/viewform

Online: Compassionate Circles

Soulspace Sangha is Offering Compassionate Circles – 25 – 30 April Lets pray together for the well-being of all. When: 5 – 5:30 pm, 25 – 30 April 2021 Where: Online Contact : 9561720001 for details