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1st July 2022: Ratha Jatra

On the festive occasion of Ratha Jatra, Ms Ratna Saha recites Tagore’s poem ‘Ratha Jatra’, while some of our members share their memories of celebrating this festival. They talk about their experiences and various instances of their childhood, ...


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24th June 2022: Round the World in an Evening III

Some of our members share their travel experiences and give us a glimpse of the places they have travelled to. A fascinating evening is promised with a brilliant photo tour of Leh & Ladakh, Darjeeling, Ajanta, Egypt and Bali.
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17th June 2022: Nuances of Photography

Mr Prasun Banerjee, a web designer by profession and an amateur photographer, talks about ‘The Delight of Photography’. He explains the beauty of composing a photograph, its depth, background, symmetry etc. to click eye catching images.
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10th June 2022: Rustic Melodies

The diversity and richness of our culture is rendered beautifully through folk songs. The soulful songs of Ms Ridhdhi Gayen, Ms Hemasri Saha, Mr Suprabhat and Mr Pratyush Phagun bring to you the flavours of Bangladesh, West Bengal and ...


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3rd June 2022: Healing through Remote Sensing

Prof. Saradindu Sengupta, professor of Exploration Geophysics, IIT, Kharagpur, who had been with ISRO as Director of Regional Remote Sensing Centre, throws light on the basics of ‘Remote Sensing’ and the usage of ‘Satellite Pictures for Mapping Various Features ...


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27th May 2022: Grand Golconda

Golconda Fort is a wonderful example of marvellous medieval engineering. Our guest speaker Hyderabad-based Mr Probodh Saha will take us on a virtual tour of the mesmerizing historical events of Golconda.
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20th May 2022: All in the Family

On the occasion of Family Day, the talented children and grandchildren of some of our members express their emotions through songs, poems, dances and paintings.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘...


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13th May 2022: Rabindra Jayanti

Our members pay tribute to Rabindranath Tagore for his everlasting contribution to art and culture. Ms Gouri Mitra Ghosh talks about the six seasons, interspersed with Tagore’s songs and poems by different members.
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6th May 2022: Oriental Art & Ads

Art Director Annada Munshi, a maverick in advertising circles, was also the mentor of young Satyajit Ray, the veteran filmmaker. His daughter-in-law, Ms Poli Munshi, speaks about his life and artworks.
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29th April 2022: Floral Fantasies III

We bring you virtually the fascinating indoor and outdoor plants that our members lovingly grow. The dedication, love and care with which they nurture the plants is inspiring and their joy in showcasing these beauties is palpable.
To ...


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22nd April 2022: Sew-Sew Good!

Artwork with the flow of a needle is illustrated beautifully on cloth by some of our members. Be it embroidery or cross-stitch, applique work or theme-based stitching, our members have dabbled in all.
To join us on the ...


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15th April 2022: Embracing the New Year

Celebrating in style the Bengali and Telugu New Year, our enthusiastic members usher in the new year through shruti natak, poems and songs and a special narration of ‘Ugadi’ celebration.
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8th April 2022: Framed Glimpses of the World

An enthralling evening for all, with an exhibition of travel photographs clicked by our members that speak volumes. Mr Amarjyoti Chaudhuri captures the serenity of the Mysore palace, Rajasthan and Sonarpur Bird sanctuary, while Prof Irene Sarkar highlights places ...


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1st April 2022: Rendezvous with Raga Shivaranjani

Raga Shivaranjani is extremely popular among instrumentalists and is sung during the late evenings. An enchanting evening for the music lovers, where Raga Shivaranjani will be explored with some popular song renditions based on this raga, on request of ...


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24th March 2022: Round the World in an Evening

Our members will share their travel experiences and give us a glimpse of the places they have travelled to. Ms Mita Rani Seet gives us a tour of Kolpa, Kinnaur, Chitkul and Simla; Ms Manjusree Mitra talks about Montreal; ...


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18th March 2022: Holi Hai!

Celebration of Holi by our members through songs, poems, dances, and sharing of memories related to Holi, followed by an interactive session on Zoom.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send ...


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11th March 2022: Tools of Civilization

Prof. Ratna Ghosh will take us through the history and origin of glass and ceramics. Glass is born of srendipity—accidental melting of soda by fire on a Phoenician beach, while ceramic is based on clay minerals and/or ...


TSC Class calendar for March 2022

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th (Tuesday) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th (Monday) and 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th ...


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4th March 2022: Floral Fantasies

We bring you virtually the beauties of our members’ gardens. It is inspiring to see their dedication to pursue their hobbies and their joy when they can share these with the world
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25th February 2022: Medley of Melodies (Part II)

Experience a melodious evening of instrumental music with our members. Back on popular demand, we showcase our members playing the synthesizer, piano, guitar, esraj and mouth organ.
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18th February 2022: Bengal Partition

Dr. Debali Mookerjea-Leonard, Professor of English and World Literature, Department of English, James Madison University speaks about the partition of Bengal. She mentions prominent names of many women who migrated from East Pakistan (later, Bangladesh) and sought refuge in ...


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11th February 2022: Fibonacci in Architecture

Did you know that some of the world’s most outstanding artistic works incorporate designs based on the Fibonacci sequence? Our member, Prof. Irene Sarkar, throws light on how the Golden Ratio or the Fibonacci sequence is used by ...


TSC Class calendar forFebruary 2022

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd (Tuesday) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th (Monday) and 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th (...


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4th February 2022: Love is in the Air

A celebration of Spring and the feeling of happiness, warmth and love that pervades the air in this season with songs by our members.
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28th January 2022: Tuneful Time!

A most enchanting evening is assured with a little play on Hindi and Bengali numbers. Songs in different languages but same tunes to be sung by our members.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please ...


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21st January 2022: Telugu Theatre - Part5

Enjoy the fifth and last part of our tryst with Telugu theatre. Mr G Udaya Bhanu, director, actor and a much-respected Telugu theatre personality talks about its rich heritage, along with theatre activists, Mr Swapan Mandol and Ms Souravi ...


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14th January 2022: Jai Hind!

On the occasion of Army Day, Col Bhupendra Budhori and his associate, Ms Namrata Sharma, will regale us with patriotic songs.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on ...


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7th January 2022: Of Brushes and Colours (Part II)

Join our second virtual painting exhibition. Our talented members have captured nature with their paintbrushes and charcoal. The theme is landscape and flowers. We will also delve into their creative minds, as they share their thoughts on how they ...


TSC Class calendar for January 2022

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st (Monday) and 6th, 13th, 20th, 27rd & 30th (Thursday) ...


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31st December 2021: Movie Delight - A Farewell to Arms

This New Year’s Eve we bring to our members a brilliant film set against World War I— A Farewell to Arms . Directed by Frank Borzage, it is based on the 1929 semi-autobiographical novel, A Farewell to Arms , by Ernest ...


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24th December 2021: Merry Christmas!

Christmas is about all things joyous! It is about spreading hope, good cheer and love; sharing gifts; helping others; and the spirit of goodwill towards others. So, come, let us enjoy an evening of fun and camaraderie as our ...


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17th December 2021: Telugu Theatre (Part4)

Enjoy the fourth part of our tryst with Telugu theatre. Mr G Udaya Bhanu, director, actor and a much-respected Telugu theatre personality talks about the rich heritage and development of Telugu theatre. An eminent theatre personality of Hyderabad, he ...


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10th December 2021: Rendezvous with Raga Todi

An enchanting evening for music lovers, where in the nuances of Raga Todi will be explored with the rendition of popular songs that are based on this raga.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please ...


TSC Class calendar for December 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th (Monday) and 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th (Thursday) Time: 5...


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3rd December 2021: Round The World

I travel because it makes me realize how much I haven’t seen, how much I’m not going to see, and how much I still need to see. – Carew Papritz.
And when we don’t travel for ...


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26th November 2021: Rendezvous with Raga Khamaj

An enchanting evening for music lovers, wherein the nuances of Raga Khamaj will be explored with the rendition of popular Bollywood numbers that are based on this raga. This raga depicts a 'chanchal' (playful) nature, making it very popular ...


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19th November 2021: Telugu Theatre (Part 3)

Enjoy the third part of our tryst with Telugu theatre. Mr G Udaya Bhanu, director, actor and a much respected Telugu theatre personality talks about its rich heritage and history.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube ...


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12th November 2021: Bridging Miles

On the occasion of Childrens’ Day, our members’ grandchildren express their love for their grandparents by showcasing their talents.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We ...


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5th November 2021 : Of Lights and Flowers

We will be celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, and Bathukamma, the festival of flowers, with our members, who will share their memories of these festivals. These will punctuated by a dance and a couple of musical numbers on ...


TSC Class calendar for November 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th (Monday) & 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th (Thursday) ...


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29th October 2021 : A rendezvous with Raga Yeman

Raga Yaman, an integral part of Hindustani Classical music, is an ancient Indian raga that originated from raga Kalyan of Carnatic classical music. Enjoy a quintessentially fun evening, wherein the nuances of Raga Yaman will be explored with an ...


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22nd October 2021 : Telugu Theatre - Part 2

Enjoy the second part of our tryst with Telugu theatre. Mr. Udaybhanu, director, actor and a much-respected Telugu theatre personality talks about its rich heritage and history.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click ...


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15th October 2021 : Jaya Jaya he Mashishasura Mardini

October is synonymous with the Indian festive season. With Durga Puja around the corner, our member, Professor Rita Chattopadhyay, brings to you shlokas and a cultural programme visualised by her.
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TSC Class calendar for October 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 5th, 19th, 26th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 4th, 18th, 25th (Monday) & 7th, 21st and 28th (Thursday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

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8th October 2021 : Medley of Melodies

Instrumental music is arguably one of the purest forms of music. It emantes from the heart and the soul. We bring you an enchanting evening with some of our very talented members—Colonel D. Lahiri will play the organ; ...


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1st October 2021 : Support Elders Annual Day

Enjoy a most engaging discussion on productive and happy ageing, interspersed with delightful cultural performances by some of our members.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. ...


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24th September 2021 : Magic of Mathematics - Series 3

Once again a trip to the world of Mathematics with Prof. Irene Sarkar. It’s time to count 1, 2, 3……Infinity. What is it all about? Is it countable or beyond countability? Can an infinity be greater or lesser than the ...


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17th September 2021 : Music Choir - Songs of celebration

There is a distinct festive feel in the air, evident in the autumn sky, the sight of the kaash phool swaying to the autumn breeze and the smile on our lips and hearts. The festive season is just round ...


TSC Class calendar for September 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th (Monday) & 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th (...


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10th September 2021 : Telugu Theatre Part I

Telugu theatre has a rich history, dating back to the 2nd century BC. The major kinds of Telugu theatre include folk theatre, padya natakam, parishath natakam, gadya natakam or social plays, prayoga natakam or experimental plays and street theatre. ...


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3rd September 2021 : To Teachers, With Love

We learn every day from nature, from society, from our neighbours, from our children, from our parents...the list goes on. But it is our teachers who have the maximum impact on our lives and way of thinking. So, ...


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27th August 2021 : Wandering in the wild

Mr Prasenjit Dasgupta, a writer with a passion for heritage, wildlife and the tribes of India, has wandered through the forests of India for years. We feel fortunate that he has agreed to take us as his co-wanderers through ...


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20th August 2021 : Joys of Comfort Food

What with the pandemic increasing the demand for delivery of home-cooked food and the humble “Paanta Bhaat” winning rave international reviews, Bengali home-cooked food seems to be going places. Our members, Ms Gayatri Sen, Ms Indrani Lahiri, Ms Ratna ...


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15th August 2021 : Jai Hind

"Freedom is my birthright" - Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Relive history with our members, Cmdr Nirmal Mukherjee, Cmdr Subrata Bose, Col. Dipesh Lahiri and Ms. Rita Banerjee, who were young children or teenagers way back in 1947. They share their ...


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13th August 2021 : Kismet

Today, it may have become a trend amongst all leading actors–male and female –to have a role with negative shades in their repertoire, but in 1943, when Ashok Kumar essayed ‘Shekhar’–an anti-hero–in the film 'Kismet', it went ...


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6th August 2021 : Of Brushes & Colours

"Every canvas is a journey all its own.” - Helen Frankenthaler
Many of our members have given expression to their thoughts and feelings through paintings during the lockdown. They let their imagination travel far beyond the confines of ...


TSC Class calendar for August 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ Pranayam I: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th (Monday) & 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th (Thursday) (...


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30th July 2021 : Humans in the World Wide Web

Samiran Gupta, India Country Head, ICANN, tells us about the world wide web, peopled by some 4.5 billion humans in an ecosystem of evolving technology.
To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send ...


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23rd July 2021 : Monsoon Antakshari

Raindrops keep falling on my head... Rimjhim gire sawan... the sound of raindrops, be it a drizzle or a torrent, it always has its own rhythm. The concerto it creates in Nature makes us burst into songs or simply ...


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16th July 2021 : Grandchildren Show

For a grandparent, the grandkids are the apple of their eyes! There's boundless love, unbridled fun and unlimited joy in this precious relationship. Join us as we celebrate the eternal love between doting grandparents and their beloved grandchildren through ...


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9th July 2021 : Architectural Landscape of British India

Architect and architectural historian, specializing in modern architecture and urbanism and the cultural landscape of the British empire, Dr Swati Chattopadhyay, Professor in the Department of History of Art and Architecture, University of California, Santa Barbara, USA, gives us ...


TSC Class calendar for July 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 14th & 28th (2nd and 4th Tuesdays) Time: 10.30am to 11.30am

Recitation: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

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2nd July 2021 : Zero The Hero

Our member Prof. Irene Sarkar talks about the greatest aspect of Mathematics, the Zero. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will send you the link. The ...


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25th June 2021 : Textile Traditions

Textile and design curator, Mayank Mansingh Kaul, presents 'The Banarasi'. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will send you the link. The link will be active ...


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18th June 2021 : Eat What You watch

SE-Gourmet, our cookery club, presents its bi-monthly 'learn the cook' treat with a culinary cornucopia. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will send you the link. ...


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11th June 2021 : The Beauty of Nature - A Mathematical Perspective

Our member, Prof. Irene Sarkar, talks about Mathematics and Nature.

To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will send you the link. The link will ...


TSC Class calendar for June 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 8th & 22nd (2nd and 4th Tuesday) Time: 10.30am to 11.30am

Recitation: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

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4th June 2021 : Encounters with the Environment

Our member, Prof. Ratna Ghosh, has taught in leading institutions globally. She shares her learnings from her many environment-driven projects on the eve of World Environment Day.

To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please ...


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28th May 2021 : Rock-Cut!

Prosenjit Dasgupta, a writer with a passion for heritage, wildlife, tribes of India, history and economics, gives us an introduction to Indian art as represented in the murals of Ajanta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Maharashtra’s Aurangabad ...


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21st May 2021 : Members Antakshari 2

Sing2Win, the Support Elders Antakshari Club is pleased to present its second production. This time we celebrate Summer! To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will ...


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14th May 2021 : Just transitions

Our member, Mr P. S. Bhattacharyya, former chairman, Coal India, explains the process of energy transition, focusing on how to make it just, least painful and genuinely sustainable in India. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, ...


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9th May 2021 : Rabindra Jayanti

Our members celebrate the birthday of Rabindranath Tagore with songs and poetry. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will send you the link. The link will ...


TSC Class calendar for May 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 11th & 25th (2nd and 4th Tuesday) Time: 10.30am to 11.30am

Recitation: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ ...


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7th May 2021 : Trading fair and square

Prof Indro Dasgupta introduces us to the world of Fair Trade and shows its impact on artisans and artisanal products, ensuring fair terms of engagement. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send ...


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30th April 2021 : Ginni (The Better Half)

As the relationship between machines and men evolves, a deep bond is developing between them. On the eve of May Day, our cinema club, SE-Matinée, presents Ginni, a film by Samrat Das, exploring the relationship between a senior ...


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23rd April 2021 : Every Drop Counts

Earth Day is round the corner and we take a look at the state of the 'drop' and celebrate water conservation efforts by children and corporates. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘...


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16th April 2021 : Beautiful beginnings

From 'Ugadi' to 'Naba Barsho'...we welcome the new year with hope and prayer. To join us on the Support Elders YouTube page, please click on the ‘Send Message’ button on Facebook. We will send you the link. The ...


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15th April 2021 : Naba Annonde Jaago

Our members celebrate the new year with songs, poetry and more

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9th April 2021 : Covid questions; Candid answers

The vaccination is here. Is there light at the end of the tunnel? Dr. Avik Basu responds to questions that senior citizens have on the pandemic and life after the pandemic.

TSC Class calendar for April 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 13th & 27th (2nd and 4th Tuesday) Time: 10.30am to 11.30am

Recitation: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th (Tuesdays) Time: 6pm to 7pm

Yoga/ ...


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2nd April 2021 : Members go a 'Cheffing'!

In the second presentation of our Club SE-Gourmet, our members cook for you and share their recipes as well.

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26th March 2021 : Holi Hai

It's time for the spring festival of colours and our members celebrate with music and dance with scenes of celebration from all over.

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19th March 2021 : Floral Fantasies; Restful Minds

Take a peak into the gorgeous gardens tenderly grown by our own members, with some sharing their gardening emotions.

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12th March 2021 : When the Climate Changes

N. Sundararaman, Founder Secretary of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, speaks on how the rising global temperature is impacting mankind.

Clone of TSC Class calendar for March 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th (Tuesday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Yoga / Pranayam: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th (Monday) & 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th (Thursday) Time: 5pm- 6...


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5th March 2021 : Talking Tabla

Surojato Roy takes us through the language of the Tabla

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26th February 2021 : Member Antakshari

The first production of our Antakshari Club: Sing2Win, this Friday, February 26 at 5.30 p.m. To join, please send a message to us on Facebook. We will send you the link, which will be active at the scheduled time. ...


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19th February 2021 : Meeting in the Mountains

Filmmaker, writer and media consultant, Nilakshi Sengupta, shares her fascinating film 'Meeting in the Mountains' with our members in the first offering of SE-Matinée, our movie club. Enjoy it and express your mind in ...


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12th February 2021 : The Spirit of Innovation

An insight into how innovation is dramatically changing our lives, from our member, Mr Aloke Mookherjea.

TSC Class calendar for February 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd (Tuesday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Yoga / Pranayam: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd (Monday) & 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th (Thursday)

Time: 5pm to 6pm

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5th February 2021 : Gourmet Grandmoms

Mouth-watering recipes in a cookbook from the just launched Support Elders cookery club, SE-Gourmet.

Book release by Chef Surojit Rout

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22nd January 2021 : Life and time with Netaji's INA

Bharati ‘Asha’ Sahay Choudhry, Lieutenant of the Rani of Jhansi Regiment, speaks to Support Elders on her family, her association with Netaji and her experiences in the INA.

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15th January 2021 : Excavating Moghalmari

Cinema for a cause takes us on an amazing discovery of the 6th century AD ruins of Buddhist monasteries at Moghalmari.

TSC Class calendar for January 2021

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Recitation: 5 th , 12 th , 19 th , 26 th (Tuesday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Yoga / Pranayam:,4 th , 11 th , 18 th , 25 th (Monday) &; 7 th , 14 th , 21 st , 28 th Thursday) Time: 5pm- 6pm

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8th January 2021 : Cinema Cinema II

From single screeners to multiplexes. Saptarshi Roy Bardhan takes us through the second leg of the journey into the chequered story of Kolkata’s movie theatres.

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31st December 2020 : Hello 2021

A members' medley of song, dance, elocution and a showcasing of talent followed by a virtual trip to Park Street 2020

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25th December 2020 : Let's go to Firpo's & other stories

Our members and friends recreate the lost world of Firpo's with their reminiscences.

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18th December 2020 : Cinema Cinema

From single screeners to multiplexes. Saptarshi Roy Bardhan takes us through the chequered story of Kolkata’s movie theatres.
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11th Decemmber 2020 : The Stitch That Ran

 Samlu Dudeja's empowering mission in the world of Bengal's Kantha artisans @ 5.30pm

Class calendar for Decemmber 2020

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 4th & 18th (1st and 3rd Friday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Recitation: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th (Tuesday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

 

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4th Decemmber 2020 : Indian Textiles Traditions

Mayank Mansingh Kaul takes us through the many facets of the Banarasi @ 5.30pm

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27th November 2020 : Saravor

A film on the spirit of Dhakuria Lake @ 5.30pm

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20th November 2020 : Magnificient Meities - Marvellous Movements

Suman Sarawgi taks us through the vibrant world of Manipuri Dance @ 6.15pm

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13th November 2020 : Shakti

A constellation of Shyamasangeet sung by Dr. Madhumita Saha on YouTube @ 6.15pm

 

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6th November 2020 : Sharing Memories of Kolkata

Students of Sri Sri Academy along with our members will share their memories of three heritage places of Kolkata, Victoria Memorial, Parswanath Temple and Khiddirpore-Metiaburz, from 4pm to 5pm on Zoom.

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2nd November 2020 to 1st October 2020 : Smart Folks - Smart Phones

A series of classes to make our members smarter on smart phones. Every Monday for the month of November 20 at 6.00pm

Class calendar for November 2020

TSC Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 6th & 20th (1st and 3rd Friday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Recitation: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th (Tuesday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Yoga / Pranayam:,2nd, 9...


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23rd October 2020 : Shantirupena Samasthita

We are entering the festive season Sharad Utsav with songs and poetry, performed by our members on request from other members.

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16th October 2020 : The Dance Of Shiva

This talk is about Seismology, the scientific study of earthquakes--- studying what causes these; where, when and how these occur. A seismological study of Garhwal Himalaya in particular.

Join us on the Support Elders YouTube channel @ 6.15...


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9th October 2020 : Ektara Bawlay

A repertoire of Baul songs will come to live in the voice of Dipannita Acharya. It is indeed a journey to the realm of Bauls, a mystic land with magical songs. Dipannita Acharya will chant the songs and explain ...


Class calendar for October 2020

Online classes on Zoom

Music vocal- 2nd &  16th (1st & 3rd Friday)- 5pm-6pm.

Recitation-  6th, 13th, 20th & 27th (Tuesday)- 5pm-6pm.

Yoga class- 1st, 5th, 8th, 12...


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25th September 2020 : Tamil Traditions Kolkata Konnekt

Raju Raman the quintessential Tam-Bongtakes us down a fascinating world of Tamils settling down in Kolkata. 

Join us on the Support Elders YouTube ...


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17th September 2020 : Ethereal Earth : Faithful Fingers

A virtual tour inside Kumortuli's bylanes where Ma Durga comes alive. 

Join us on the Support Elders YouTube page on 17 September 2020 @ 5 pm. 

To get the YouTube link, please go to Support Elders Facebook ...


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When the soul takes over Tunefully

Meet the dynamic dozen. Yes, a dozen of our members displaying their talents. They have come up with song, recitation, painting and much more.

Sure you will enjoy every moment of it.

Class calendar for September 2020

Online classes on Zoom

Music (vocal): 4th & 18th (Friday) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Recitation: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th (Tuesdays) Time: 5pm to 6pm

Yoga/ Pranayam:,7th, 14th, 21st, 28th (...


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Kolkata's Lucknowi Legacy

Kolkata as the cultural capital of India owes a lot to various parts of India & world. Of these one of the greatest contributor is Lucknow. 

Prof. Shamim Ahmed will take us with him in a ...


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Flashback. August 15 1947 by our members - Ms. Uma Ahmad and Gen. Shankar Roychowdhury

Flashback. August 15 1947 

 

Our member, General Shankar Roy Chowdhury, PVSM, ADC; Former Chief of Army Staff and Member of the Indian Parliament, shares inspirational memories of his first Independence Day, whe just ...


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When Music Embraces Poetry 30 July 2020, 5.30 pm

A bouquet of Rabindrasangeet and modern Bengali poems.

Join us live on Facebook.

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A Walk In The Park along with Flower Silliman 14 July 2020, 5.30pm

Our member, Flower Silliman was born in Calcutta on April 20, 1930. Her ancestors had migrated to India from Baghdad. She is one of the oldest members of her community, the Baghdadi Jews. She speaks to Support Elders about life in ...


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Live on Facebook in a melodious journey 8 July 2020, 5.30pm

Come and be a part of the experience - A musical journey to your heart.

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International Rabindranath Tagore Poem Recitation Day 30 June 2020

Can anything unshackle minds, either from fear or lockdown ennui, than the wonderful poetry of Rabindranath, especially if it is the International Tagore Poem Recitation Day? At Support Elders, we celebrate the awarding of the Nobel Prize to Kobiguru ...


Class Calendar for June 2020

Online classes :

Music vocal - 6th & 20th June 2020 (1st & 3rd Friday) 5pm

Recitation - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th June 2020 (Tuesday) 5pm

Yoga -  1st, 6th, 8th, 13th, 16th 20...


Emerging situation due to COVID-19 - Update

From 4 p.m. on 23rd March, 2020, we will only attend to medical emergencies and exigencies, in keeping with the “Complete Safety Restrictions” issued on 22nd March, 2020 by the West Bengal Government to control Corona Virus (COVID-19), till further notice.&...


Emerging situation due to COVID-19

India and other countries continue to face the deeply challenging and unpredictable situation caused by the spread of COVID-19. We are continuously monitoring the ever-changing circumstances surrounding the coronavirus, more so after the first confirmed case being reported in ...


Mother's Wax Museum & Biswa Bangla Gate 27 March 2020

Due to COVID-19 attack this event has been PUT ON HOLD.

Hello everybody!

We are going to visit Mother’s Wax Museum and Biswa Banlga Gate on 27 March 2020. The Wax Museum is the first ...


Heritage Trip 18 March 2020

Due to COVID-19 attack this event has been PUT ON HOLD

Once again we will be taking a trip down memory lane to 19th century Kolkata. We will be visiting Marble Palace (Mullick Bari of Chorbagan), Jorasanko ...


DOL Utsav 11 March 2020

Spring has arrived with all its splendour. Mango flowers are invading the city with their soothing green presence along with lively crimson Simul and Palash flowers. Gradually our landscape of asphalt and concrete is turning into a colourful canvas ...


Class Calendar for March 2020

Golf Green chapter :

Spoken English- 3th,10th,17th, 24th & 31st March (Tuesday) 4pm-5pm.

Synthesizer-  6th & 20th March (Friday) 4pm-6pm.

Music vocal- 2nd,16th March (Monday) 4pm-6pm.

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TSC Class Calendar for February 2020

Golf Green chapter :

Spoken English: 4th,11th,18th, 25th February (Tuesday), 4pm-5pm.

Recitation/Shruti natok: 4th,11th,18th, 25th February (Tuesday), 5pm-6:30pm.

Synthesizer: 7th & 28th February (Friday), 4pm-6pm.

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TSC Class Calendar for January 2020

Golf Green chapter :

Spoken English: 7th,14th,21st,28th January(Tuesday) Time: 4-5pm.

Shruti natok: 7th,14th,21st,28th January(Tuesday) Time: 5-6:30 pm.

Synthesizer: 3rd &17th January(Friday) Time: 4-6...


TSC Class Calendar for December 2019

Golf Green chapter :

Spoken English: 3rd,10th,17th,24th December(Tuesday) Time: 4-5pm.

Shruti natok: 2nd(Monday),10th,17th,24th December(Tuesday) Time: 5-6:30pm.

Synthesizer: 6th &13th(Friday) December Time: 4...


TSC Class Calendar forSeptember 2019

Golf Green chapter :

Spoken English class : 3rd,10th,17th,24th September (Tuesday), Time 4-5pm.

Shruti natok class : 3rd,10th,17th,24th September (Tuesday) Time 5-6:30pm.

Mobile operating class  : 3rd,10th,17...


Trip to Deulti on 5 Feb 2020

Hello ! Time for the next day trip. Destination Deulti, cradled on the bank of the Rupnarayan river. Members who are interested, can visit Saratchandra Chattopadhyay's ancestral house which is nearby.

Join us one and all.

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Film screening Dr. Zhivago on 22 Jan 2020

Dr Zivago is a film by David Lean. It is set in Russia between the years prior to World War I and the Russian Civil War of 1917–1922, and is based on the 1957 Boris Pasternak novel starring Omar Sharif and ...


Pithe Puli Ustav on 16 Jan 2020

The traditional Bengali Pithe Parbon is observed on the last day of Poush the first month of Bengali winter season. We will be celebrating our Pithe Puli Utsav on the very next day. Celebrated singer Pratul Mukhopadhyay will grace ...


Discussion session on Neurology on 10 Jan 2020

Discussion on Neurology by an eminent neurologist. He will have a discourse on various neurological peoblems. It will be interactive and helpful for all the attendees.

Venue : Institute of Mass Communication Film Television Studies.

Date : 10 ...


Film screening Garam Hawa on 9 Jan 2020

Garam Hawa a film by M. S. Sathyu. It is the last film of the veteran actor Balraj Sahani. Set in Agra, the film deals with the plight of a North Indian Muslim businessman and his family, in the ...


New Year celebration at Rabindra Okakura Bhavan, Salt Lake 2 January 2020

Happy NEW YEAR to One and All. Let us celebrate it in a mega way. 113 Infantry Regiment (TA) Rajput Jazz Band will be taking us to a musical journey of yester year Hindi, Bengali and Western numbers.

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PICNIC at Eco Urban Village, New Town 20 December 2019

Once again we are in a PICNIC mood. This time it is Eco Urban Village, New Town. Promise you a lot of fun, games, yummy food and off-course togetherness. Winter calling – Ding Dong Ding……

Date : 20 December 2019

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Heritage Tour Synagogues and Old Churches of Kolkata 8 December 2019

We are in a down memory lane trip of 18th century Kolkata. Will be visiting Armenian Church, Magen David Synagogue, Beth El synagogue, St. Jhon's Church and St. Paul's Cathedral. 18th century Calcutta will come alive.

Vehicle : ...


Film screening Golmal on 5 Dec 2019

Golmal a humarous film on mistaken identity by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Starring Amol Palekar, Utpal Dutt, Bindiya Goswami.

Venue : The Institute of Mass Communication Film and Television Studies

Date : 5 Dec 2019 Time: 4:30pm

Come and ...


Discussion session on History of Kolkata on 4 Dec 2019

We will be digging out history of the eminent families of Kolkata along with the history od Adi Ganga. Dr Debasish Basu will be guiding us with his shovel of knowledge. Come and join us.

Venue : The ...


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PICNIC at Prakriti Garden 30 November 2019

Winter is round the corner. Mother nature calling us. It is PICNIC time. The venue is PRAKRITI GARDENS, about 9 kms from Science City.

Come & join us ...


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Heritage trip to Hangseswari temple on 11 Nov 2019

We are planning a Heritage trip to Hangseswari temple on 11 Nov 2019.

Temple of goddess Hangseswari, a different icon of Maa Kaali, who came in a dream of Raja Nrisingha Deb Roy. It is situated in the town ...


TSC Class Calendar for November 2019

Spoken English (South Kolkata Center) 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November (Tuesday), Time 4-5pm

Shruti Natok (South Kolkata Center) 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November (Tuesday), Time 5-6pm

Syenthesizer (South Kolkata Center) 8th, 15th, 29th ...


TSC Class Calendar for October 2019

Music (Vocal) (South Kolkata Centre): 18th (Fri) and 28th October (Mon).

Music (Vocal) (North Kolkata Centre): 14th and 21st October (Mon).

Music (Synthesizer) (South Kolkata Centre): 18th and 25th October (Fri).

Spoken English (...


International Elders Day 1st October 2019

1st October  is International Elder Persons Day. On that occasion we feel honoured to cordially invite all our members to our annual meet, Support Elders Silver Connect 2019. The members and staff of Support Elders family will get to ...


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Pujo Porikroma

Yaa Devi Sarva-Bhutessu Shaanti-Ruupenna Samsthitaa | Namas-Tasyai Namas-Tasyai Namas-Tasyai Namo Namah ||

The greatest festival of Bengal—the Durga Puja—is just around the corner and you can feel the happiness and anticipation in ...


TSC Class Calendar for August 2019

Music (Vocal) (South Kolkata Centre): 2nd (Fri) and 22nd August (Thrus).

Music (Vocal) (North Kolkata Centre): 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th August (Tues).

Music (Synthesizer) (South Kolkata Centre): 16th (Fri) and 23rd August (Fri).

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TSC Class Calendar for July 2019

Music (Vocal) (South Kolkata Centre): 11th and 25th July (Thurs).
Music (Synthesizer) (South Kolkata Centre): 4th (Thurs) and 19th July (Fri).
Spoken English (North Kolkata Centre): 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th July (Mon).
Spoken English (...


Day Outing to Taki

Members and their guests are cordially invited to join us on a day trip to Hotel Sonar Bangla at Taki on July 31, Wednesday.

The cost per head will include transport (AC bus), breakfast on bus, lunch and ...


Interactive Session

Members and their guests are cordially invited to an interactive discussion on "History of textiles in Bengal—Art of Weaving Baluchari saris" at Café Drifter, Jatin Bagchi Road, Kolkata-700029
at 4 p.m. on July 25, 2019. 

Kindly ...


TSC Class Calendar for June 2019

  • Music (Vocal) (South Kolkata Centre): 10th and 24th June (Mon).
  • Music (Synthesizer) (South Kolkata Centre): 7th and 21st June (Fri).
  • Spoken English (North Kolkata Centre): 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th June (Mon).
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Film Outing

Members of The Silver Circle, South Kolkata chapter, are cordially invited for a show of Kontho, a Bengali film by director Shiboprosad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy, at Priya cinema, Rashbehari Avenue, between 4.25 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. ...


Day trip to Falta

Members and their guests are cordially invited to join us on a day trip to Falta on June 12, Wednesday.

The cost per head will include transport (AC bus), refreshment, breakfast, lunch and evening ...


TSC Class Calendar for May 2019

  • Music (Vocal) (South Kolkata Centre): 6th and 20th May (Mon).
  • Music (Synthesizer) (South Kolkata Centre): 10th and 24th May (Fri).
  • Spoken English (North Kolkata Centre): 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th May (Mon).
  • ...

TSC Class Calendar for April 2019

  • Combined Music and Synthesizer (South Kolkata Centre): 1st, 8th, 22nd and 29th April (Mon).
  • Spoken English (North Kolkata Centre): 1st, 8th, 22nd and 29th April (Mon).
  • Spoken English (South Kolkata Centre): 2nd, 9...

TSC Class Calendar for March 2019

  • Combined Singing and Synthesizer (South Kolkata Centre): 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th March (Mon).
  • Spoken English (North Kolkata Centre): 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th March (Mon).
  • Spoken English (South Kolkata Centre): 5th, 12th, 19th ...

TSC Class Calendar for February 2019

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):5th, 12th, 19th, 26th (Tuesday).
  • Recitation (North Kolkata Centre): 6th & 20th (Wednesday).
  • Spoken English (South Kolkata Centre): 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th (Tuesday).
  • Recitation (South Kolkata Centre): 5...

Discussion — Live Life to the Fullest

Life and its myriad challenges often affect our emotional, psychological and social well-being. Thankfully, unlike earlier, people have realised the importance of mental well-being and are willing to come forward to discuss this in order to live life to ...


TSC Class Calendar for January 2019

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th January (Tues).
  • Recitation (North Kolkata Centre): 9th and 23rd January (Wed).
  • Spoken English (South Kolkata Centre): 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th January (Tues).
TSC Class Calendar for December 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):4th, 11th and 18th December (Tues).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 14th and 26th December (Fri & Wed).
  • Recitation (North Kolkata Centre): 5th and 19th December (Wed).
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TSC Class Calendar for November 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):13th, 20th and 27th November (Tues).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 2nd and 23rd November (Fri).
  • Spoken English (South Kolkata Centre): 13th, 20th and 27th November (Tues).
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TSC Class Calendar for October 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):9th and 30th October (Tues).
  • English (North Kolkata Centre): 8th and 29th October (Mon).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 5th and 26th October (Fri).
  • Recitation (North Kolkata ...

TSC Class Calendar for September 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):4th, 11th, 18th and 25th September (Tues).
  • English (North Kolkata Centre): 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th September (Mon).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 7th and 21st September (Fri).
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TSC Class Calendar for August 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre):7th, 14th, 21st and 28th August (Tues).
  • English (North Kolkata Centre): 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th August (Mon).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 10th and 24th August (Fri).
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TSC Class Calendar for July 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre): 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st July (Tues).
  • English (North Kolkata Centre): 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th July (Mon).
  • Performing Arts (South ...

The TSC Class Calendar for May 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre): 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th May (Tues).
  • English (North Kolkata Centre): 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th May (Mon).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 2nd and 18th May (...

The TSC Class Calendar for April 2018

Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre): 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th April (Tues).

English (North Kolkata Centre): 2nd,9th,16th,23rd & 30th April (Mon).

Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 4th & 25th April (Wed).

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The TSC Class Calendar for March 2018

  • Computer Basics (South Kolkata Centre): 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th March (Tues).
  • English (North Kolkata Centre): 5th and 19th March (Mon).
  • Performing Arts (South Kolkata Centre): 7th and 21st March (Wed).
  • Recitation (...

The Silver Circle - U3A Eastern Zone

We are starting the year on a positive note with this year's 1st The Silver Circle-U3A Eastern Zone Meet! Support Elders believes that it is never too late to follow your dreams! Join us on January 16, 2016 from 3pm at CMIG office, Purbalok.

Welcome

We have been looking forward to 2015. We have launched our services in the city of Kolkata. And the best way to celebrate this is by getting to know each other. The Support Elders team is really looking forward ...