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This Diwali, DIY!&nbsp; From making hand-made greeting cards to designing your own diyas and kandils, these weekend workshops have your celebrations sorted&nbsp;
Make a floating diya 1 PM: Want to jazz up your home with different kinds of diyas? Join crafts teacher Hiral Desai, who will teach you how to make floating diyas using foam sheet, kundan and candle.
Where: Clap Centre, Unit No. 201, A-Wing, 2nd Floor Solitaire II, Opp. Infinity Mall, Malad West Entry: Rs 150 To Book: 9892437976
Build a rocket 11 AM: If you are into firing rockets, this Chai and Why session is definitely what you should be attending. Starting from one-matc-hstick rockets to pres-surised bottle rockets, you will learn how to build different types of rockets and see how they fly.
Where: Ruparel College, Senapati Bapat Marg, Matunga West To Book: <a href="http://www.eventshigh.com">www.eventshigh.com</a>
Make a stained glass kandil 11.30 AM: At the session, you will learn how to foil and solder pre-cut glass. All art materials will be provided.
Where: January One, Shop No. 18, Bhumiraj Casa, Plot No. 5, Sanpada East Entry: Rs 2,499 Call: 9022270033
Learn hand lettering 2 PM-4 PM: Try the art of hand lettering to create beautiful Diwali-themed greeting cards. You will be taught the anatomy of letters, and ways to use hand lettering on cards.
Where: Doolally Taproom, 10 A Rajkutir, 3rd Road, Khar West Entry: Rs 1,250 To Book: <a href="http://www.eventshigh.com">www.eventshigh.com</a>
Sunday driver
Go on a vada pav binge 11 AM &ndash; 10 PM: Fans of the Indian version of the burger, wouldn't want to give this one a miss. Witness the taste, madness, and love for the street food, at a first-of-its-kind vada pav fair. Around 50 different varieties will be served. Go on, gorge.
Where: St.Joseph's Dreamland, ONGC Colony Road, Bandra West To Book: eventshigh.com
Attend a science jam 2 PM: Join biologist and science nut Sakshi Pandit at this one-of-a-kind Science Jam, where she will discuss everything right from GMOs and foresty, as well as creepy issues like ants and building graveyards.
Where: Doolally Taproom, 10 A Rajkutir, 3rd Road, Khar West To register: events@brewcraftsinda.in
Heal your mind 5 PM: Join writer Qais Jaunpuri at the Aao Kahen Dil Ki Baat session, where you will be given the opportunity to pour your heart out in public, and relieve your mind.
Where: The Cuckoo Club, 5AA Pali Hill, Macronells Compound, Bandra West Entry: Rs 249 To Book: in.bookmyshow.com
Order of the day
16 Monday&nbsp;Poetic start to the week&nbsp;
8 pm - 11 PM: If you fancy yourself as a master of the verses, this is where you can get yourself heard. And, meet more who share your passion. The 79th Poetry Open mic is inviting aspiring wordsmiths to share their craft within a five-minute time slot. The first 30 poets To register get an assured spot on stage.
Where: The Habitat, Hotel Unicontinental, Khar Call: 9833577557
17 Tuesday&nbsp;An evening with the waves&nbsp;
4 PM to 6 pm: For a quick escape from the island city, an evening of sailing sounds like an ideal option. The starting point is near Taj Mahal Hotel, Colaba. A motorboat takes you to the sailboat. Remember to carry a windcheater, ID proofs, enough water, a change of clothes (if required) and medicine for sea sickness.&nbsp;
Where: Jetty no. 5, near Taj Mahal Hotel, Colaba Entry: Rs 4,500 Call: 7738073691
18 Wednesday Attend an album launch&nbsp;
9 am onwards: Impulsive Decisions is an eight-track album by Kush Upadhyay featuring Andrew Kanga on drums, Sheldon Dsilva on bass, Anurag Naidu on keys and Kush on guitar. They are a progressive blues/rock-based instrumental outfit headlined by Kush who has performed at several festivals including Mahindra Blues.&nbsp;
Where: antiSOCIAL, 5th Road, Khar West Entry: Rs 300 Call: 65226324
19 Thursday&nbsp;Sample a flavour of 'loose jokes'&nbsp;
8.30 PM: Witness comedian Karunesh Talwar try out some of his &ldquo;loose jokes&rdquo; before he files them away for posterity. This gig, which is part of his all-India tour, will bring to the fore some of his strangest rants, riffs and observations, to mark his seventh year in stand-up comedy. This session promises 60 minutes of total insanity.
Where: Independence Brewing Company, New Link Road Call: 26399065
20 Friday Bite into a grand brunch spread
9 am onwards: An interactive kitchen and breathtaking city views are some of the highlights of the 18th-floor Seasonal Tastes restaurant. Enjoy a lavish brunch featuring a host of cold cuts, sushi, ice creams, seafood, main courses and more. With half a dozen starters and multiple soups to choose from, this is a complete feast.
Where: The Westin, Oberoi Garden City, Goregaon East Entry: Rs 1,125 Call: 33956185
21 Saturday&nbsp;Pedal away through the night&nbsp;
11 pm onwards: Redefine Saturday night by taking part in this midnight cycling tour. The ride begins at the Gateway of India, moving towards the heritage wonders of Fort, Flora Fountain, circling around the Horniman Circle, tracing the bay across Marine Drive before pedalling away to the Worli Seaface.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Where: Meet at Gateway of India Entry: Rs 500-Rs 900 Call: 9820997659
Warm up to Diwali
Fresh from the oven Binge on two Diwali specials &mdash; the Saffron Truffle Mocha and the roasted nut triple delight cake. The former is a splash of rich espresso, layered with white mocha and infused with the ethereal caress of saffron, topped with whipped cream and laced with saffron drizzle and roasted almonds. The cake combines layers of strawberry and chocolate paired with a delicate green tea flavour of matcha, sprinkled with pistachio dusting. When: Till November 6, 11 am to 12 am Where: All Starbucks outlets
A Diwali platter Dig into a special menu that combines traditional and innovative dishes like Aloo Kasundi Salad Murgh Ressedaar, roasted pumpkin and mascarpone dip, Sarson Tawa Macchi to name a few. Satisfy those sweet cravings with Mohanthal, kaju katli, moti chur ladoo, badam barfi, pista roll and more. When: October 19, 7 pm to 11.30 pm Where: Glasshouse, Hyatt Regency, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri East Contact: 9930961709 Entry: '1,849+taxes
An evening with MJ If you want to give the smoke-filled air and the deafening sounds of crackers a miss on the Diwali evening, head to a Michael Jackson tribute performance by Sushant Divgikr and lose yourself in the music of the King of Pop. Divgikr will be performing with his band, Table for 2, with Atish and their friends. When: October 19, 8.30 pm Where: Hard Rock Cafe, Wadia International Center (Bombay Dyeing), Pandhurang Budhkar Marg Worli Contact: 24382888 Entry: '500
Sweet trail Treat your sweet tooth to a range of Indian inspired desserts like red velvet cupcakes with a dash of saffron, pistachio and cream cheese frosting, cardamom macaroons, saffron dome, rabdi mousse and Aflatoon cheesecake. These festive specials are a fusion of desi and Western flavours that would be a great sign off to a Diwali meal.
When: Till October 22, 8 am to 12 am Where: Sassy Teaspoon, Ground Floor, Express Towers, Ramnath Goenka Marg, Nariman Point Contact: 7666222777
Family fun Attend a Diwali carnival that promises a good time for the whole family. Immerse yourself in games, fun activities, play rides, magic shows, tattoo painting, shopping and much more. A full-fledged family entertainment package to keep you hooked through the day.
When: October 18, 11 am onwards Where: Creative Minds Activity Centre, Gokuldham, Goregaon East Contact: 9004551142 Entry: '200
Bite-sized adventure This Diwali vacation, take your hyperactive toddler on an adrenaline pumping spree through a range of adventure activities like rock climbing, rappelling, air rifle shooting, archery, string balance, Burma bridge, horizontal ladder climbing, swing crossing and a lot more. The session is open for kids aged four and above and all activities will be conducted by expert trainers.
When: Till October 31, 8 am to 7 pm Where: Gravity, The Resort, Madh-Marve Call: 61367777 Entry: '350
Give your home a Diwali facelift Skip the crowds at the stores and learn to make your own decor from scratch&nbsp;&nbsp;
Dress up the diya While a home lit with diyas is ideal, when the diyas too wear a festive look, there's nothing like it. Attend a session on how to go about decorating the diyas with a variety of materials like paint, mirrors, sequins and so on. All materials will be provided and there shall be pre-Diwali snacks as well. When: Oct 16, 2 pm to 4 pm Where: Doolally Taproom, 18-21, Dalia Industrial Estate, Near Fun Republic Mall, Off New Link Road, Andheri West Call: 7400171674 Entry: '1,600
Go on a quilling spree If you've had enough of diyas, turn to paper to fashion out pretty birds, flowers, showpieces and even jewellery from this quilling workshop. Instead of using a readymade kit, you'll learn this ancient art from scratch, that involves cutting strips of paper required for quilling, coiling them and sticking the pieces together in the shape of an object. Here's your chance to dress your house up with these little DIY wonders, which you get to take home from the session. When: Oct 18, 3pm to 5 pm Where: Napeansea Road, Mumbai Call: 9870966910 Entry: '799
Glitteratti This one is for the little ones aged between five and 10. Colour Crates has curated a session to teach children to make glittery diyas in super simple and fun ways to add more shine to the season. The session will also teach them other easy Diwali decor ideas, like making lanterns, torans, and rangolis.
When: Oct 17-18, 10 am to 11.30 am Where: Colour Crates, The Hobby Arts Studio, Shop no. 5, Swarup Building, ground floor, Kemps Corner Call: 23852588, 9820069626 Entry: '500 per day
Eco-friendly lighting Don't throw away those old wine bottles. Skip the generic decorations and make your very own Diwali lights by upcycling old glass bottles and glasses in this eco-friendly Diwali lights workshop. The techniques that will be taught are easy to employ at home, without the need for complex tools.
When: Oct 17, 11 am to 1 pm Where: Hindtej Building, Dada Saheb Phalke Marg, Gautam Nagar, Dadar East Call: 9022270033 Entry: '1,599
Go on a vada pav binge 11 AM &ndash; 10 PM: Fans of the Indian version of the burger, wouldn't want to give this one a miss. Witness the taste, madness, and love for the street food, at a first-of-its-kind vada pav fair. Around 50 different varieties will be served. Go on, gorge.
Where: St.Joseph's Dreamland, ONGC Colony Road, Bandra West To Book: eventshigh.com
Attend a science jam 2 PM: Join biologist and science nut Sakshi Pandit at this one-of-a-kind Science Jam, where she will discuss everything right from GMOs and foresty, as well as creepy issues like ants and building graveyards.
Where: Doolally Taproom, 10 A Rajkutir, 3rd Road, Khar West To register: events@brewcraftsinda.in
Heal your mind 5 PM: Join writer Qais Jaunpuri at the Aao Kahen Dil Ki Baat session, where you will be given the opportunity to pour your heart out in public, and relieve your mind.
Where: The Cuckoo Club, 5AA Pali Hill, Macronells Compound, Bandra West Entry: R249 To Book: in.bookmyshow.com

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