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Through the lens
March 4 | IIHS
The third edition of Urban Lens film
fest will delve into the real and imagined ideas of a city. It will feature films from India and abroad, including animation and student presentations. Expect Mira Nair’s India Cabaret and So Far From India, Rahul Roy’s The Factory, and Harun Farocki’s Videograms of a Revolution etc. Till March 6. Entry free. At Sadashivnagar. 9.30 am. Details: http://iihs.co.in/urbanlens
Swap in style
March 8 | Yogisthaan
Shenomics invites girls to the ‘Conscious Closet Party’ — a clothes swapping movement. So bring in two (or more) of your almost new pieces — tops, bottoms, dresses, shoes, hats, saris, scarves, and swap them with equally tempting, well-laundered, and ironed clothes. Find new clothes, network, and do your bit for the environment. Sale proceeds will go towards charity. At Indiranagar. 6-9 pm. Tickets (`500) on explara.com
On the rocks
March 6 | Turahalli
Here’s your chance to learn rock climbing. Basecamp Adventures, which organises outdoor training activities, will cover the basics of rock climbing, and rappelling. Anyone from the age of five to 60 years is welcome. Do carry shoes, water, snacks, and your camera. Fee (`500). Near Banashankari Temple. 7.30 am. Details: basecampindia.com
Fashion watch
March 10 | Casio
Casio is paying tribute to modern woman with its new watch collection. Called Sheen, it is crafted with exquisite materials such as resin glass, sapphire glass, leather and swarovski crystals, and features pink gold ion plated bands. `8,995 upwards. At Garuda Mall, Ashok Nagar. Details: 40698857
In theatres
March 4 | PVR Cinemas
Ahead of the International Women’s Day, celebrate the bravery and grit of SP Abha Mathur in director Prakash Jha’s Jai Gangaajal. Mathur (played by Priyanka Chopra) is the first female SP of Bankipur district in Bihar, who takes on the corrupt MLAs of the area.
Happy face
March 7 | Multiple venues
‘Happiness expert’ Neha Arora Nicholas organises workshops for the wellness of corporate professionals. Called Oh, So Happy! Ever After, she will teach your team how to remain cool under stress, a few neuroscience techniques to create a positive mindset, and pointers to increase productivity. She will hold a four hour-session for 35 participants in your office. 10 am-2 pm. Tickets (`35,000) on explara.com
Dance with Pierce
March 5 | blueFROG
Put on your dancing shoes as American DJ Troy Pierce takes charge of the console. He is known for his experimental modern techno beats, and has cut several albums and EPs. He also manages Run Stop Restore music label. `500 (cover). At Church Street. 9 pm. Details: 69999549
West bound
Till March 9 | Indian Kitchen
If you are yearning for Gujarati, and Marwari food, head to Indian Kitchen. It has flown down chefs from Gujarat and Rajasthan to rustle up authentic flavours of Western India. Savour its Gujarati kadhi, jowar bajra ki khichdi, malai ki phool kachodi, and much more. `300 onwards. At MG Road. Noon-3 pm, 7-11 pm. Details: 25598995