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Talks in Tamil, English. In Luz

August 8, 2026

Madhuradhwani presents a series of TALKS  at Arkay Centre, Luz ( Opp. Vivek’s store, R. H. Road). Evets open to all.

Here is the schedule –

Friday, Aug 21 – 6.00 pm

Print to Kollywood; Talk by Raghunathan Jayaraman

The story of novels adapted as cinema – எழுத்து முதல் வெள்ளித்திரை வரை

Friday, Aug 21 – 7.00pm

Heritage of Triplicane; Talk by Venkatesh Ramakrishnan

Saturday,Aug. 22 – 6.00pm

Walking through Kalki’s Madras; Talk by Nandhini Vijayaraghavan

Saturday,Aug. 22 – 7.00pm

Madras Bashai; Talk by Dr Sudha Seshyyan

Talks

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Writing Workshop. Aug 16

August 5, 2026

A Very Madras Story (Part 2)

In the era of sequels that we seem to be living through, here is one more! Join us as we continue to explore the many facets of Madras through fiction in this second edition of a writing workshop with city-based author, Praveena Shivram.

This year, as we celebrate our first anniversary issue of ‘Madras Mixture’ (a small magazine devoted to writing on the city), we go one step deeper and work with the light and shadow aspects of storytelling.

Praveena Shivram is an independent writer and editor of ‘Madras Mixture’. Over the past two decades, both her fiction and non-fiction have been widely published. Read more at praveenashivram.com

Date: August 16, Sunday Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Venue: Ranade Library, Mylapore

To Register. WhatsApp to 9841049155 your name, phone no. and mention this info is for Writing Workshop.
The workshop is free, open to first 15. “

Writing Stories / Essays / Verses

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Madras Quiz. Aug 23

August 4, 2026

Presented by Murugappa Group, hosted by Dr. Sumanth C. Raman and promoted by Vincent D’Souza.

Audience: Open to all

Date, time and venue :
Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM onwards | The Victoria Public Hall, Chennai

Theme: “Manasellaam Madras, Vibe-ellaam Chennai”
Focus areas: Everything from old Madras to modern Chennai, including a special round on Murugappa Group’s association with the city
Legacy: One of Chennai’s signature Madras Week events, presented by Murugappa Group since 2013.

Winner’s Prize: Prizes worth ₹50,000 and the prestigious Madras Quiz Rolling Trophy
Additional Awards: Trophies, vouchers and hampers for top teams; special prizes for the best women’s team and best senior citizens’ team
Audience Engagement: Exciting spot prizes for audience members

Quiz

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Madras Quiz for Schools. Aug 23

August 4, 2026

Presented by Murugappa Group, hosted by Dr. Sumanth C. Raman and promoted by Vincent D’Souza.

Audience: Students of Classes 10, 11 and 12

Date, venue and time:
Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | The Victoria Public Hall, Chennai

Theme: “Manasellaam Madras, Vibe-ellaam Chennai”
Focus areas: Chennai’s history, culture, landmarks and personalities

Prizes: Winning teams can receive prizes worth up to ₹20,000
Special opportunity: Top two teams qualify to compete in the Murugappa Madras Quiz (Open) on the same day

Quiz

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MNS nature walks

July 30, 2026

The Madras Naturalists’ Society (MNS) has planned 6 Events for the Madras Day Celebrations 2026.

  1.   BUTTERFLY WALK AT PACHAMALAI – Wednesday , August 12th, 2026
  • Reporting Time:  645 am. Walk starts at 7am.  Involves a climb up the hill.
  • Reporting Place: Location will be shared on registration
  • Group Size: 25
  • Please bring along Binoculars & Cameras, drinking water and cap, and umbrella.  A notebook and pen.  Suitable footwear for walking up the hill.
  • Children below 12 have to be accompanied by adults.
  • Registrations open on 7th of August

Please use this link to complete your registration.  https://forms.gle/wo2aBdK4fVMsmkpZ6

Registrations on first-cum first serve basis, only via link.

  1. INSECT WALK AT MADHAVARAM BOTANICAL GARDENS – Friday , August 14th, 2026
  • Reporting Time:  345 pm. Walk starts at 4pm.  .
  • Reporting Place: Madhavaram Botanical gardens.  Tickets will have to be bought by participants Rs 40 for adults, Rs 20 for children
  • Group Size: 25
  • Please bring along magnifying glass, binoculars & Cameras, drinking water and cap, and umbrella.  A notebook and pen.  Suitable footwear for walking.
  • Children below 12 have to be accompanied by adults.
  • Registrations open on 9th of August

Please use this link to complete your registration.  https://forms.gle/wo2aBdK4fVMsmkpZ6

Registrations on first-cum first serve basis, only via link.

3. SHORE WALK AT NOCHIKUPPAM, MARINA BEACH – Monday , August 17th, 2026

  • Reporting Time: 6am.  Starting time 615 am.
  • Reporting Place: Location will be shared on registrationGroup Size: 25
  • Please bring along magnifying glass, binoculars & Cameras, drinking water and cap, and umbrella.  A notebook and pen.  Suitable footwear for beach walking.
  • Children below 12 have to be accompanied by adults.
  • Registrations open on 11th of August

Please use this link to complete your registration.  https://forms.gle/wo2aBdK4fVMsmkpZ6

Registrations on first-cum first serve basis, only via link.

4. BIRD WALK AT PERUMBAKKAM TANK – Tuesday, August 18th, 2026

  • Reporting Time: 6.15 a.m.
  • Reporting Place: Location will be shared on registration.
  • Group Size: 25
  • Please bring along Binoculars & Cameras, drinking water and cap, and umbrella.  A notebook and pen.  Wearing closed shoes is advisable.
  • Children below 12 have to be accompanied by adults.
  • Registrations open on 12th of August

Please use this link to complete your registration.  https://forms.gle/wo2aBdK4fVMsmkpZ6

Registrations on first-cum first serve basis, only via link.

5. WALK WITH TREES IN BOAT CLUB AREA- Sunday, August 23rd, 2026

  • Reporting Time: 7 am. Starting time 630 am.
  • Reporting Place: Boat Club area.  Location will be shared on registration.
  • Group Size: 25
  • Please bring along Binoculars & Cameras, drinking water and cap, and umbrella.  A notebook and pen.  Wearing closed shoes is advisable.
  • Children below 12 have to be accompanied by adults.
  • Registrations open on 18th of August

Please use this link to complete your registration.  https://forms.gle/wo2aBdK4fVMsmkpZ6

Registrations on first-cum first serve basis, only via link.

6.NATURE EXPLORATIONS ALONG THE ADYAR RIVER TRAIL – Saturday, September 5th, 2026

  • Reporting Time: 7 a.m.  Starting time 715 am.
  • Reporting Place: Location will be shared on registration.
  • Group Size: 25
  • Please bring along Binoculars & Cameras, drinking water and cap, and umbrella.  A notebook and pen.  Wearing closed shoes is advisable..
  • Children below 12 have to be accompanied by adults.
  • Registrations open on 30th of August

Please use this link to complete your registration.  https://forms.gle/wo2aBdK4fVMsmkpZ6

Registrations on first-cum first serve basis, only via link.

Queries can be directed to our social media handles on Facebook and Instagram.

Heritage / Nature Walks

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Talks on Facets of the City: Traditional Games on Show

July 25, 2026

Kreeda documents and revives traditional games. For Madras Day season, each Monday will feature a public conversation bringing together researchers, community historians and subject experts. Alongside presentations on games documentation by Vinita Sidhartha, speakers will explore various themes.

Here is the schedule:

August 3, 2026 – Between the Adyar and the Cooum
Speakers – Vinita Sidhartha of Kreeda, Shreya Krishnan of Pelathope Urban Living
Lab and Priya Ramkumar on Meenakshi Ammal and her cooking legacy
Exhibition on view till August 8

August 10, 2026 – South of the Adyar River
Speakers – Vinita Sidhartha of Kreeda, Pavithra Sriram, co-founder, Project
Thiruvanmiyur Mada Street, and Dr. Meenakshi Swaminathan – avid birder on birds
of Chennai
Exhibition on view till August 15

August 17, 2026 – The Westward Push
Speakers – Vinita Sidhartha of Kreeda, Thirupurasundari Sevvel, a heritage architect
and a talk on indigenous plants of Chennai
Exhibition on view till August 22

August 24, 2026 – Travelling North of the Cooum
Speakers – Vinita Sidhartha of Kreeda, Ramanujar Mounlana of Cycling Yogis and a
talk on Madras Checks
Exhibition on view till August 29

Timings: 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm. Open to all.

Location: Kreeda Experience Centre, Nandanam.
Phone: +91 9841748309

Talks

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