Author Archives: Chuck Gregory

My lil’ Pregnancy Companion

At the Times of India LitFest at JW Marriott on Friday, among the larger than life and prolific writers that presented their new work, there was fresh blood as well which made it a unique and humble experience while reflecting on the immense talent that is India.
Enter Dr Preeti Jindal. A gynecologist by profession, she has penned a very cute guide for Moms to Be which is sprinkled with tons of informational nuggets and practical tips to help those who are ready to conceive and for those who are going to be around them in this blessed new journey.
Here is what she had to say to us at the glittering reception for her book launch:
“This book is not written in a day. It is actually my 30 years of experience which i gained when I interacted with my lovely moms to be. I realized they have so many small small queries which they wanted to be answered.”
She added: “In fact they needed a pregnancy companion that would be with them 24/7 to refer to. Hence I kept on penning down these queries and now it is in shape of this book. I hope all will find it useful. I plan to print it in punjabi and in hindi.”
The book was ushered into the new world by the Chief Minister of Punjab, Mr Amarinder Singh.

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Party Pics – Delhi LitFest by Times of India

November 16 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Chandighar, the Times of India organized an excellent Literary Fest.

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Military Literature Festival

Friday, December 7 to Sunday, December 9

Bringing a new vibe for an unforgettable chapter in Chandigarh as we welcome Military Literature Festival.

The second edition of the event has begun and catering to your high expectations, we would present you with many interesting tournaments, Rallies, Combat episodes, Military carnivals, Mega cultural events and other exciting programmes ahead.

We love the military fabric, why not experience the same while bridging the distance and knowing the unimaginable sacrifices, stories, real experiences of courage and valour with live interactions!

Stay tuned for more or you can message us to know more about the festival.

MLF, the fabric says it all!

NOTE: The photo contest deadline has been extended to November 25.

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Party Pics – Literati 2018 – Chandigarh International LitFest

Over the years, Chandigarh Literary Society’s mega literary event Literati has grown exponentially. Ever since its debut in 2013, Literati has been one of the most sought-after events on the Indian literary landscape. In our past events, we have had the pleasure of hosting prominent authors from across the world.

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Lake Club Chandigarh

Best street snacks in India are at the Lake Club in Chandigarh. Not to mention its beauty…

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Royal Fables: The most Authentic Platform showcasing Regal, Royal India

Traditionally, Indian royals have been the biggest patrons of good design. They not only nurtured the local craft of their kingdom but also attracted the finest, avant-garde in design and luxury from across the globe.

Living an exaggerated life in opulent palaces, they kept the famed ateliers in distant Europe busy creating bespoke jewelry, art, costumes and objects d’art. Luxury houses in London and Paris thrived on the fabled whim of the Maharaja. Products made for the Maharaja pushed the bar of indulgent extravagance ever higher.

Many present day heirs of this legacy continue to recreate the glorious past through their own design sensibility and inherited eye. Designers in their own right, they recreate history in a contemporary mould.

Saluting these blue blooded scions of a regal legacy, Anshu Khanna, a leading communication, design and branding professional presents Royal Fables-a rare exhibition that show-cases the creations of designers, artists and craft patrons who belong to the land’s leading royal families.

A very richly designed exhibition that re-creates the ‘living room of the royals’, Royal Fables narrates the romantic fairy-tale of life lived in a palace. It presents heritage inspired fashion, jewelry, art and lifestyle that has been brought to life in ateliers housed within quaint havelis and historic forts and palaces.

Everything they create is deeply inspired by a regal past, yet it is reproduced to fit contemporary life-styles. The trick is in making old turn new, the intricate simple and that which is heritage, very modern. This is the singular element that inspires this show. Royal Fables simply echoes that, demystifying royal designs of the glorious past into a modern idiom for connoisseurs of today.

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The Birth of Creativity

Sunday, November 18 from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM
T.S Central State Library ,Chandigarh

इज़हार-ए-ग़म (Share Your Pain)
ZİNDAGİ THE BIRTH OF CREATIVITY and AN OCEAN OF THOUGHTS
are coming out with इज़हार-ए-ग़म soon, so stay tuned and excited.
इज़हार-ए-ग़म is a platform to share your pain, pangs, anger, distress.
Lost someone?
Broken Expectations?
Heart break?
Pressure?
Depression?
Abused?
Struggle?
Time to speak out and talk, let world know your story, give a vent to your emotions.

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Africa Thriving – FOOD + WINE + ART = GIVING LIFE

Sunday, October 21 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Fred and Lisa Stoughton 649 California Oak Dr Vista, CA

The Dining Experience

•3 Hour Interactive Guided Mindfulness Experience
•Learn Intuitive Tasting & Education on Wine
•Learn Powerful Mindfulness Practices
•Sommelier, Marisa Hallsted, On-site Celebrity Chef, Geordis Moulios
•3 Custom specially selected Farm to Table gourmet courses
•3 Sommelier Selected Sustainable Wine Pairings
•Take Home Pleasure Gift Bag

The Giving Experience

•Proceeds from this event will be paying for food and clean water for over 500 children in Kenya
•The feeding program is done in partnership with Risa Primary School and Africa Thriving
•Your gift of providing life essentials equips the school to provide a quality education for a brighter future
•Arrive hungry and leave satisfied knowing that life is being nurtured through you
•Experience Africa through recent imagery from the area that we are impacting
•Learn about opportunities for you to volunteer in Kenya with Africa Thriving

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10th Annual Bow Wow Brunch Cruise

Sunday, October 21 at 11:00 AM
Hornblower Cruises & Events 1800 North Harbor Drive, San Diego

Dogs are invited to the exclusive Bow Wow Buffet! The 10th Annual Bow Wow Brunch Cruise is offered to help raise money and awareness about orphaned pets at Helen Woodward Animal Center. This cruise not only helps helpless animals, it puts smiles on the faces of many dog lovers in San Diego. Portion of proceeds will go to Helen Woodward Animal Center and sponsored by Petco.

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Fright Night Cooking Class

Saturday, October 27 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Franco On 5th, 3334 Fifth Avenue, San Diego

Social Dating 101 will be embarking on their second multi-sensory event, “cooking classes with celebrity chef Lauren Lawless” (https://www.cheflawless.com/)from masterchef season 8. The goal of this event is to nurture the connections of local singles and couples while simultaneously learning how to prepare some delicious dishes. This is the ultimate interaction for a meet and greet mixer. If you love music, enjoy the nice sound of piano player-Jesse Johnson during our cocktail hour. In addition, to the creative platters that chef Lauren Lawless will provide. The aesthetics of the event will be a nice relaxed atmosphere, with no more than 60 people. There will be seating for both indoor/outdoor with cocktails and a raffle for some great gifts. We will be encouraging our guests to wear their favorite Halloween costumes. Our guests will have the pleasure of learning how to make Homemade Ricotta Cheese Gnoochi with Sausage, Mushrooms, Kale & Walnut Pesto. There will be groups of 15 to 20 people that will be in a class at one time during our rotation. During the time a class is going, the rest of the guests will be enjoying good food and wine along with group activities where gusts will play Halloween trivia for money and prizes. There will be cash prizes and gifts for the best Halloween costumes as well. So make sure you come in your most original Halloween costume if you want to participate in the contest. Tickets are $75 per class, and include picture with celebrity chef and gift bag. The menu for this event will be.

Appetizers

Mini Pork Tostadas with Ancho Chili Grape Jam & Micro Greens

Caliente Shrimp Skewers with Mango Shooters

Main Course

Homemade Ricotta Cheese Gnoochi with Sausage, Mushrooms, Kale & Walnut Pesto

Dessert

Flambéed Apples with Rum Spiced Cake, Apple Dust, Cinnamon Sugar Almonds & Madagascar Vanilla Ice Cream

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Coronado Ferry Landing Art Walk

Saturday, October 20 at 10:00 AM to Sunday, October 21 at 5:00 PM
Coronado Ferry Landing, Coronado, CA

In 1983, Ronda Mills founded West Coast Artists and for over 30 years she has produced many of the finest art festivals throughout Southern California, Arizona and Nevada. The events promoted by Ronda feature exceptional artists and craftsmen offering high quality original artwork, from throughout the Western United States. West Coast Artists’ events have been among the highest-rated, superior-quality fine art shows in California.

Her goal is to bring to appreciative new audiences a wealth of ever-changing art from accomplished artists and craftsmen. The artists provide their patrons a finer appreciation that comes from sharing time and space with a piece of art, watching the sun color and shade a work over the course of an afternoon.

West Coast Artists’ shows are distinguished by scope of diversity and the wide variety of fine art. Presented are innovative works in differing styles of contemporary, traditional, modern, and southwest art for the discriminating individual or corporate collector. Hundreds of talented artists are proud to present their unique work in acrylic, collage, etchings, mixed media, oils, pencil, watercolors, digital and traditional photography.

Contemporary craftsmen present unique styles of individually handcrafted functional and decorative pottery, raku, turned wood vessels and gourd art. Among the objects of art you will find at any one of the many shows are one-of-a-kind works of sculpture in a variety of media such as bronze, clay, blown glass, paper, metal, stone and wood. Gifted artisans present their original custom designed and fabricated jewelry, art furniture, stained glass, and weavings. There is something for every taste and budget, be it a simple gift or the keepsake of a lifetime.

West Coast Artists’ shows are truly unique fusion of art, culture, and living. They are like 100 galleries at the same place and time, in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Admission and parking are free. The event is handicap accessible.

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