News & Notes

17 March 2012..A weekly bulletin for residents of Auroville..Number 439

House of Mothers Agenda

I had an interesting experience the day before yesterday. In a very concrete way, there was the consciousness that everything is the Lord and that everything is His will, His action, His consciousness and so forth; at the same time, the perception of the world as it is ("as it is," anyway ... as we feel it). And as there was no longer any notion of good and evil and all that, there was a sort of almost candid surprise, a very spontaneous surprise, not thought out, at reprobation, anger, disapproval, scorn for all the people who are called "bad," who do evil and have bad will. It seemed so strange that one could lose one's temper because of that! Then there arose a profound Pity - but a Pity that has nothing of the sense of superiority or inferiority, nothing like that - like a sort of sorrow that there can be people who are so small and so weak in that Immensity that they are COMPELLED to be nasty and malicious, to hate, to reject, to wish evil. The words diminish the experience very, very much. It was so ... a super-compassion, you know, full of a deep Love and Understanding: "How can one reproach them for being the way the Lord wants them to be?" Then, when it all settled down, several hours afterwards, I wrote something - I wrote it in French (even with the will that it should not be translated into English). And as a matter of fact it's untranslatable. Here is what I wrote: Ce monde est plein de misres pitoyables, mais les tres que je plains le plus sont ceux qui ne sont pas assez grands et assez forts pour tre bons.[[ A literal translation, using the words of Mother's own English translation which follows, would give: This world is full of pitiable miseries, but the beings I pity most are those who are not vast and strong enough to be good. ]] But then the word bon [good] no longer had that sense of opposition to "evil": it contained all the divine splendor. It was the radiance of divine Love. (silence) Any translation of the word bon [good] into English is very small and all the way down. I didn't want to put it into English. But today, all at once it came to me in English and I wrote it down: This world is full of pitiable miseries, but of all beings those I pity most are those who are so small and so weak that they are compelled to be nasty. It's seen from the opposite side, but there is as much in it as in the first. [] When I have an experience, I don't even try to formulate it - I never try: I live it as intensely as I can and keep it alive as long as I can. Then suddenly there's a kind of rivulet: a rivulet of words that come, and they come all together, then they arrange themselves - I have nothing to do with it all! I don't know whether it's listening or seeing: it's something in between. For a very long time, all my contacts with the invisible were visual contacts, but now there is sound too. So this is how it works: I simply have to be attentive, that is to say, not actively busy with something else. If I stay still, it comes: it's exactly like a rivulet, a tiny rivulet flowing out of a mountain; it's very clear and pure like pure water, very transparent, and very white and luminous at the same time. It comes (gesture as of pearls of water drop ping) and it arranges itself here, just above the head, in the form of words. It arranges itself, and someone, I don't know who (probably Sri Aurobindo! because it's someone with a poetic power), looks after the sound and the placement of the words, and puts them in the proper order. Finally, after a little while, it's complete. And then I write it down - it's very amusing. That's what happened with the English translation: I had said with authority, "It will not be translated." Then this morning, when I wasn't thinking of anything at all, it came all on its own. That is to say, to be precise, I was telling the fact to someone who knows English better than French, so I said it in English, and once it was said I noticed, "Well, well! Ah, that's it, that's right!" It was the experience that had expressed itself in English. But thank God, all this (gesture to the head) has nothing to do with it - quiet ... oh, so peaceful. (silence) There is almost a paroxysm of disorder and confusion in all the affairs of the earth (at the Ashram too - maybe even worse than elsewhere! No, not worse but just as bad!), and it seems to be reaching new heights: almost hour by hour I discover confusion ... confusion, disorder (before I would have called it mischief, but now ...). And what confusion! ... People who are convinced that they know how to deal with things (they know far better than the Lord, far better - the Lord is completely ignorant of the things of this world, but THEY know better), and then the blunders they commit! And when they've committed a blunder, after a while they realize it's a blunder, so to make it good they commit another blunder! Everything is like that here, absolutely everything, with all sorts of blunders. And once they have thoroughly bungled, piled up blunder upon blunder and landed themselves in a complete mess, they think of asking me! (laughing) They ask me, "What should we do?" So I answer, "It's about time!" But what's marvelous is that nothing stirs here (gesture to the head), nothing stirs. And the Lord smiles.

MOTHERS AGENDA, 18 September 1963

MOTHER

"They say that every snowflake is different.. if that were true, how could the world go on? how could we ever get off our knees? how could we ever recover from the wonder?"

The Ponder Corner

My input to this: how can the daily hassle keep us from seeing it? Sylvia Zimmermann

Cover illustration by Satya

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FAMC report
Dear residents, As you might well imagine a lot of the FAMC's time over the last 2 months has been dedicated to responding to Cyclone Thane. Numerous in-depth and long discussions were necessary, and several meetings with key Aurovilians directly involved in coordinating the many activities had to be arranged. FAMC is grateful for all the individuals who took an active role, including those working in the Auroville Cyclone Response Team, the team leaders and members of the various clearing and cleaning crews, including those wielding chainsaws (some for the first time!), the newly formed Auroville Wood Tendering Team, Housing Service volunteers to help address the hundreds of cyclone relief requests that came pouring in, and so many others that they're too numerous to name. The coordination and communication across all of Auroville has helped make this difficult and uniquely challenging time go much more smoothly. ~Amy, on behalf of the FAMC Funds and Assets Management Committee January & February 2012 Report Regular members: Mr. S. Loganathan (Secretary-in-charge, Auroville Foundation), Mr. Srinivasmurty (Finance & Administrative Officer, Auroville Foundation), Daniel (Working Committee), Dhanapal (Land Consolidation Committee), Satyakam (Housing Service), Min (L'avenir d'Auroville), Otto (Auroville Unity Fund), Priya (Farm Group), Sanjeev (Sri Aurobindo International Institute of Educational Research), Toby (Auroville Board of Services), and Ulli (Auroville Board of Commerce). TRUST & UNIT TOPICS FAMC was asked to consider forming a new unit VarunaAuroville so that a wind generator could be donated to the Auroville Foundation to supply electricity to Auroville. Creation of this unit was approved. The For All Pour Tous Trust has been dormant for some time. In response to the creation of Varuna Auroville, it was agreed to resuscitate the trust and change the trustees. Therefore, Vidya and Olivier Hetzel's resignations were confirmed. New trustees approved are: Ulli Blass, Carel and Arjun. FAMC may consider the addition of 2 more trustees. This is pending. The Auroville Council (AVC) requested the Auroville Board of Commerce (ABC) to review their mandate, so the ABC requested the FAMC to look into the matter. FAMC confirmed the last approved mandate was in 2007 and replied to the ABC to review the document, make recommendations based on the current work realities, and submit the revised mandate to the FAMC for consideration and approval. This is pending. Individuals working in Auroville International Programs (AIP) met with the FAMC to explore an improved exchange between Aurovilians and the educational institutions enjoying the benefits of conducting programs in Auroville, as well as how Auroville might benefit more in financial terms from these exchanges. This is an ongoing exploration. Hendrik, Aurospirul, requested to take responsibility for some of the former-Papyrus buildings in Fraternity. This was supported by the FAMC. ABC recommend executive change: ACUR Management under Auroville Service Trust - resignation of Mr. Claude Jouen and appointment of Ms. Annemarie Bakker as executive. The current executive is Ms. Donata. This was approved. Path under Kattida Kalai Trust, involved in architecture, planning, and allied activities would like to add the following activities under the unit: 1. Documentation, analysis & publication; 2. Indicator Development Programme; 3. Capacity Building and Training; 4. Incubator for higher education; 5. Collaborative Projects; 6. Educational Tours of Auroville to Students and others; 7. Design, publication & sale. FAMC requested an explanation of current and intended activities. Further consideration is pending.

ABC received a letter from the Office of the Secretary, Auroville Foundation, suggesting terms of office for unit executives. There was a long discussion that led to a proposal concerning the Unit / Trust agreement. It is thought that the Office Order could be discontinued if the Unit / Trust agreement is enhanced, and the Trust is empowered. The Auroville Foundation would need to provide a written endorsement of the Trust for legal standing, for example, at a bank. FAMC will ask ABC to update the Unit / Trust agreement and submit it to the FAMC for review. This is pending a response from the ABC. FINANCE TOPICS The Forest Group requested a revolving loan of Rs. 20 lakh. After FAMC received their proposal for wood collection, assessment, storage, and accounting, this request was approved. It will be necessary, after another month or so, to get a more realistic estimate of the fallen wood value so that other financial and accounting considerations can be more knowledgeably discussed and the appropriate action taken. Diksha & Saskia requested repatriation to return to France. Funds to meet their needs for the first few months, and to purchase plane tickets were provided to them. The new housing project, Sunship (to be located next to Citadyn behind Town Hall) requested 100% tax-exemption status for its donors. The FAMC advised the project holders to demonstrate how it is an experimental social research project, confirm how the housing assets will be allocated, and provide detailed financial information. FAMC awaits to hear from them. The Farm Group reported the allocation of the Rs. 1 crore Agriculture Fund. FAMC requested a copy of the Auroville Consulting proposal. This is pending. HOUSING TOPICS Uma requested a loan of Rs. 35 lakh for Rohini & Yuva, a youth housing project as proposed by she, and Buildaur. The FAMC approved the loan in principal and requested a bill of quantities (BOQ) for the housing project, clarification regarding all the financing, and confirmation that assets would be allocated in collaboration and coordination with the Housing Service. The FAMC awaits Uma & Buildaur's reply. Residents for the new Realization Southwest block expressed concern about the increase in costs between Rs. 1,65,000 to Rs. 3,4,000. The individuals appealed to both the Housing Service, and the FAMC, stating they are not able, or willing, to contribute more funds. FAMC is exploring with L'avenir the possibility of using infrastructure funds to alleviate the costs associated with the Realization housing project however, there is understandable concern that this has not been offered to other housing projects which also experienced cost increases for various reasons. The FAMC met with Satprem and Cristo, Auroville Earth Institute (AVEI) executives to discuss the situation. In parallel, AVEI is requesting a 'green light' for a new housing project, Green Casbah. The FAMC are seeking clarification on various factors of the Realization housing project before officially giving its support to the proposed Green Casbah project. This is an ongoing exploration. The proposed representatives of the recently created Housing Board were announced by the FAMC in the News & Notes on 18 February 2012. As of 29 February there had been no response. FAMC take the community silence as support and will confirm with the individuals. LAND TOPICS Protection of Service Farm came to the FAMC table. Priya of the Farm Group reported that the current stewards will take responsibility for a new fence however, a maintenance budget will need to be established as the farm's small income barely covers the basic expenses. FAMC approved installation of a barbed-wire fence and requested Land Resources Management to do the work. The Land Consolidation Committee three-year term will expire in April 2012. The Working Committee (WC) proposed Eric and Kali as replacements of previous WC representatives Fabienne and

Saravanan. FAMC proposed Paul Blanchflower and Dhanapal continue as the FAMC representatives. And L'avenir have proposed both Jacques and Gilles G. continue as well. This information is being handled by the Working Committee in communication with the Office of the Secretary, Auroville Foundation, and the Governing Board. Due to a land exchange adjacent to Djaima Community, the LCC requested funds to create a compound wall, to move some water-pipes, and high-tension electrical lines. The FAMC

approved funds for these requests however, they should erected a 'normal' fence which demarcates the boundary only, not a wall. OTHER TOPICS Toby and Satyakam are approved, regular FAMC members after completing their respective 3 month trial periods. The FAMC welcomes their participation and presence.

A N N O U N C E M E N T S

New Secretary
The Working Committee would like to invite the Auroville Community on March 22 at 6.00 pm at La Terrace to welcome back Mr N. Balabaskar, our new Secretary and at the same time, to bid farewell to Mr S. Loganathan, who has been the Acting-Secretary. A dinner will later be served at the Solar Kitchen downstairs. Working Committee

Governing Board & International Advisory Council meetings in April

As the Governing Board and International Advisory Council meeting will take place in the first week of April we invite the community for presentations & updates on ongoing projects & activities. Please send us a synopsis (10 lines) of your projects or activities for presentation to the Governing Board or International Advisory Council members. We will do our best to include requests; however, please understand that time will be limited and it may not be possible to cover all topics/projects. Send your request to us via email: workingcom@auroville.org.in or by letter to our office at the Town Hall before 23rd March 2012. Thank you for your understanding and participation. The Working Committee

Please contact us if you have a questions or feedback on the new members. AVC for Entry group

Housing assets available for transfer / new stewardship

Please note, Housing Service is open to receive the names of applicants to become new stewards of the following houses for a period of 2 weeks from the date of this announcement. Thereafter, names will not be taken, unless a new announcement is made. Please be sure to inform us in the 2 week time period if you would like to be considered for new stewardship. Aria- There is one house available for transfer, ground floor and first floor - 115 sqm - For family. Grace- There is one house composed of two different structures one independent completely finished with 63 sqm; - the other is half done with a ground floor of 50 sqm with the possibility of doing a first floor - For a big family. All housing assets are listed as being suitable for singles, couples or families. As a guideline the Housing Service does not allocate outside of these parameters, e,g. a single individual will not be allocated a family sized housing asset, or vice versa. For details please contact Auroville Housing Service, 2622658, housing@auroville.org.in, or come to the office in Town Hall during posted public hours.

Decision making core-group for Entry Service

The Auroville Council herewith presents the names of the community members who have accepted to serve at the Entry Service as part of the decision making core-group: Ishita - Sharanga, Kripa - Sharanga, Luk - Shakti, Umberto Aurodam. Ane- Dana will continue to assist the team with office work and as representatives of new Entry Service. The current core group composed of Cecilia, Kalsang, Rakhee, Jocelyn, Saraswati, Grace, Buvana will go on with their work till the end of June 2012. The Council believes that the team constituted of current members Saraswati, Grace, Buvana and new members Ishita, Kripa, Luk, Umberto will be in full swing from July 2012 onwards and can count on our support. The new members Ishita, Kripa, Luk, Umberto are currently getting acquainted with the work by participating as observers to interviews and being briefed on the day-to-day work. We will also hold a 4 day workshop from March 13th onwards when they can concentrate on the mandate and decision making process, among many other topics...and do some team bonding. This team will count some extra members in the support group that may come in from time to time to assist the team as observers or translators. We could include Aurovilians who have volunteered such as Rosalba and Susmita and will continue to include others as Mauna and Marco. We also have a list of about 20 Aurovilians who are bound by confidentiality when called upon. The term of each member is preferably a 3 year term. It so happened that the original team started in 2009 almost at the same time, except for Rakhee and Buvana who joined a few months later, because the previous team had collapsed. We believe in continuity of the work in this service for the community and lapses should be avoided if possible.

Lavenir dAuroville: Building application

The following building applications have been approved by Lavenir dAuroville: Vinodh (HERS), Kottakarai, Storeroom, Retroactive building permission. Aikiyam School, New Creation, Classroom building with 4 rooms. Feedback from the residents of Auroville is welcome within two weeks from the date of publication. If anyone wishes to have detailed information when building applications are published, feel free to contact Lavenir dAuroville office: 262-3568. Please remember that you have to pick up your NOC (Non Objection Certificate) after the two weeks feedback at our desk in order to validate the permission.

From the Entry Service - N&N 439 17/03/12

We would like to inform the community that our team decided to recommend the following persons as Aurovilians, Newcomers and Friends of Auroville. We will wait two weeks from this publication for your feedback before making our final decision. AUROVILIANS: 4

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Clara Maria SEVILLA SEGUI (Spanish): Living at Citadines staff quarters with her husband Juan Felipe and working as coordinator at Citadines Art Center. Clara also helps with the creation of Hibiscus village. Juan Felipe AGUILO (Spanish): Living at Citadines staff quarters with his wife Clara and working as coordinator at FoodLink. NEWCOMERS: Olaf LINK (German): Staying and working as a farmer at Annapurna Farm. Daniel ESTIS (Israeli): Staying at Celebration and working as administrator at AEI - Auroville Earth Institute. Leontios NEGEFTIDIS (Hellenic): Staying at Celebration and working as a physiotherapist at Kailash Clinic and Pitanga. Pablo OLMOS FRAILE (Spanish): Staying and working in farming related work at Terra Soul (Windarra). Pablo is also involved in fund raising for AVAG - Auroville Village Action Group. Lijun LIU (Chinese): Staying at Samasti and working at AHA kindergarten. Lijun also helps working at AHA kindergarten. She also helps with fund raising International zone and with fund raising and public relations. She is also active in the International zone group.

NEWCOMER CHILDREN: Ai CHEN (Chinese) born in 2006 and attending AHA Kindergarten. FRIENDS OF AUROVILLE: Lla ZADROZNY (Brazilian): Ila lived in Auroville as an Aurovilian from 1986 till 1999 and is the mother of Mahi and Dakshina. Ila has served Auroville in many ways including the Economy group, the Residents Service, the Entry service in Arts and Healing dance. Along with Paulo, she created Pitanga. She is a member of Auroville International and an active fund raiser for the community. NEWCOMERS WHO HAVE LEFT AUROVILLE ON THEIR OWN: Martine CONSTANT (French), Jayaraman SINGIKULAM (Indian from Tamil Nadu), Aanandhi NARAYANAN (Indian from Tamil Nadu) In case the above persons wish to come back to live and work in Auroville, they will need to restart her newcomer process. We wish them well in their new endeavours.

INFORMATION ON JOINING AUROVILLE People who have completed a guest period of 3 months and been living in Auroville and wish to apply need to first send us a detailed introductory letter so we can see together the next step to take. Our address is entryservice@auroville.org.in Our weekly internal meetings with the full team have shifted from Thursdays to Wednesdays. Our new open hours to the general public are: Mondays: 9:00 to 12:00 am, Tuesdays: 2:00 to 4:00 pm, Thursdays: 2:00 to 4:00 pm, Fridays: 9:00 to 12:00 am. All other timings are for teamwork, advisory meetings and interviews by appointments ONLY. B Form filling for newly resident Aurovilians on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Thank you The Entry service team

List of Arbiters
Auroville Council is updating the list of arbiters and would like to receive your feedback. These Aurovilians will be asked to serve as a team of 5 to study and give conclusion in case of conflict that is beyond mediation or in exceptional case of review of someone's status in the Master List. See Mandate and Conflict Guidelines and Exit Policy on Auronet references. Vladimir (Grace) Uma Hemavathi (Creativity) Cecilia (Sharnga) Jocelyne. B (Creativity) Santo (Aurodam) Krishna. M (Solitude) Joy (Dana) B

Suzie (Aurogreen) Deepti (Certitude) Jaya (Gaya) Ribhu Sophie (Anusuya) Tim (Certitude) Ane (Dana) Nicola (Transformation) Umberto (Aurodam) Alan (Samriddhi) Fabienne (Sukhavati) Elumalai (Bharat Nivas) Tineke (Centre Guest house) Sincerely, Auroville Council

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Aurodam and Centre field Watershed Survey of Infrastructure- water ways and ecological sensitive areas
Dear Community members of Aurodam and Centre field, This is to inform you that L'avenir/TDC needs to conduct a survey of the of all water ways and ecologically sensitive spaces in the Aurodam/Center Field Watershed Area and a survey of all existing infrastructure including electrics lines, buildings, roads and pathways. This information is required to update our existing database. Appointed personnel will be in your area in the next 23 weeks carrying out this work, they will have identification and we would ask for your co-operation in completing this important work. For further details contact L'avenir/TDC on 2622170 or mail avenir@auroville.org.in

Residential zones 1 & 2 -Survey of Waste Water Infrastructure

Dear Community members of Residential zones 1 & 2, This is to inform you that L'avenir/TDC is commissioning a study regarding the feasibility of installing a collective waste water collection system. This study will entail survey work needing to be done over the coming weeks in your area, in particular, on existing waste water systems. Appointed personnel will be in your area carrying out this work, they will have identification and we would ask for your co-operation in completing this important work. For further details contact L'avenir/TDC on 2622170 or mail avenir@auroville.org.in

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Meeting with the Inspector General of Police (North Zone)

On 21/01/2012, a meeting was held in Auroville with top Police officials, AV Foundation, Working Committee and AV Security representatives to discuss the following security related issues: - Police Outpost near Kuilapalyam village - Check-posts at Certitude corner, Kottakarai, Dana - Steel- overhead bars to check heavy vehicle traffic - CCTVs in key public locations - Additional Police patrolling around Auroville (Edayanchavadi to Kuilapalayan, Greenbelt area) - Streetlights along the tar road between Edayanchavadi and Kuilapalayam. Working Committee & AV Security Service

Not to carry large amounts of cash or valuables on your person unless absolutely necessary. To secure/ tie up your bags properly or to keep bags on your person instead of in cycle baskets. We also recommend that women avoid travelling alone at night, and to store our security numbers in their phones to report any incidents as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!! AV Security Service (Day & Night Security: 9443090107, 9443362691) Email: avsecurity@auroville.org.in

Solar Kitchen Parking + Roundabout

Very soon some works will start near the Solar Kitchen: 1. The long awaited permanent parking spaces for Solar Kitchen and PTDC will be paved according to a final design including new access regulations (see drawing in Auronet: http://www.auroville.org.in/file-download/31419/6159 ). This is the result of the Co Creating Caf participatory planning exercise. 2. Paving of a Traffic Circle (roundabout) for mainroad/crown-road crossing near the Solar Kitchen (see drawing in Auronet: http://www.auroville.org.in/file-download/31419/6160 ). The present confusing and dangerous situation will be alleviated with a clear traffic guidance system. We regret any inconvenience during the construction works. Warmly, Lavenir Communication Platform

Security Advice
Dear friends, This is to inform you that during the month of February 2012, 3 thefts, 1 bag snatching case, 1 attempted bag snatching incident, 1 harassment case, 1 nuisance case, 1 road accident and 2 fire incidents occurred in different areas of Auroville. We urge all residents and guests to remain alert to the dangers of forest fires in the aftermath of Cyclone Thane. We request residents and guest not to light any fires and to keep sand and water nearby in case of emergency. We request all Aurovilians/Newcomers/Guests to be more conscious of their valuable belongings and use additional locks for their vehicles and houses to lower the risk of thefts. Those who leaving town, please inform your neighbours to keep watch over your houses/apartments. Kindly inform your watchman /gurkhas or house sitters to contact us immediately when there are any people / incidents to be reported. We recommend all residents and guests to travel in and around Auroville: With Xerox copies of your documents only. Leave the originals in your guest house safe.

Next Step in HT Infrastructure

A High Tension Cable of 1.6 km length will be laid in the near future from the Matrimandir Transformer along the Kindergarten Road, joining and going along the crown road and Vikas Radial to a new Transformer near Sukhavati (see drawing in Auronet: http://www.auroville.org.in/file-download/31420/6161 ). As this route will not in all places follow the present road, we will keep eventually necessary clearing at an absolute minimum. We regret any inconvenience during the cable laying works. Warmly, Lavenir Communication Platform

Filming about Auroville needs permission

Dear Aurovilians, By now you may be aware that any filming within and about Auroville requires permission from the Government of India /Auroville Foundation. Our service intermediates in this. So please inform people inquiring about this to get in touch with OutreachMedia, and we will help with obtaining this permission. See below an extract from the letter issued by Auroville Foundation and circulated to various agencies already in March 2010:

This is to inform all concerned about the procedure (refer to http://www.auroville.org/journal&media/outreachmedia.htm) for all media requests for filming in the Auroville International Township, Vanur Taluk, Villupuram District, Tamilnadu. These requests are to be channelled through Auroville OutreachMedia, which screens requests on behalf of Office of the Secretary, Auroville Foundation and facilitates the authorisation from the same. Please note that media requests for filming are required to be sent well in advance (minimum of 12 weeks) before the applied date of filming. Applications to be sent to: Auroville OutreachMedia, Multi-Media Centre, Town Hall Complex, Auroville 605101 Tamil Nadu outreachmedia@auroville.org.in http://www.auroville.org/journal&media/outreachmedia.htm We request you to kindly follow the procedure as above, which was the endorsed by the Secretary, Auroville Foundation, and cooperate.

Reason why we remind you of this is that, unfortunately, some residents seem to sometimes understand that such a permission is not required if they themselves facilitate/participate/associate in such filming, or if the shooting is done by Indian filmmakers. Please note that this is an illusion and that there is no such exception. We do everything to play the game properly and fairly, and count on your collaboration. Thank you very much! OutreachMedia team (Ann, Fabienne, Mauna, Natacha, Tim, Vinodhini).

P O S T I N G S

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Labour shortage in Solar Kitchen

Since several months we are experiencing an ongoing labour shortage. Hence we are forced to adjust our menu accordingly. Until this situation changes, puris will no more be served on Mondays.

this beautiful but very demanding experience or just interested in helping organising it, please contact Marie Claire marieclairebarsotti@hotmail.fr or Claude Jouen (aurotraductions) france@auroville.org.in An introductory meeting to have more detail about it will be held in Grace (Marie-claire's apartment) on Monday 19th, 5pm

No Solar Kitchen curd?

In N&N 437 of March 3rd 2012, there was a short note from Nandita: "Congratulations to Solar Kitchen for taking curds off the menu for however short the time. This is what not just Auroville needs but what India and the world need. Today the UN and European Union are calling for a shift to a vegan diet to save the planet...." Can we all decide voluntarily to become vegan or not please? Even in AV schools curd is missing on many days: the Mother arranged even non-vegetarian food for teenagers of the Ashram school: do we know better? Those here that choose to go vegan take vitamin B complex injections every few months: is the solar kitchen going to do the same for the rest of us? In 2011 we had curd on most days: not being able to find enough biological milk now is not enough of an excuse to experiment with everyones health. Just mix with other local milk till AV farms manage to supply. Anton

No more cheese at the Saturday market

We see that the season is slowing down and so we will not be at the Saturday market any more with our cheeses. However we are supplying our Boursin to Farm Fresh on Tuesdays and Fridays and you will get it at the same price in 100 gm and 200 gm sizes. If you would like larger quantities or other cheeses you can order these directly from us by emailing tanvi@sharan-india.org or calling 9488935424 Also our healthy vegan cookies will be available at Farm Fresh on the same days.

OneFamily retreat
Summer holidays are here again! Do you have friends and family visiting you? But don't have the time to entertain them? Here is a 3-day family retreat in Auroville that will give participants a special opportunity to explore various facets of Auroville. Meant for families that want to do things together, learn new skills and strengthen family bonds, in a simple and refreshing manner. The retreat will feature Horse riding, Life Coaching, Theatre Games, Painting, Cooking Middle Eastern Cuisine, Star Gazing and West Coast Swing to name a few. Some activities will be exclusively for kids, while some others will be for kids and adults alike. Interested? Email info@aurovilleretreat.org to register. Or visit www.aurovilleretreat.org for details. LAST DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 6th APRIL 2012. Vikram

Email administration in Auroville

Dear Auroville email users, please send all requests regarding your Auroville email ID or changing of mailing lists and group setups to sysop@auroville.org.in. The sysop is located in the browsing centre (Solar Kitchen). You can reach him by phone 2622524. Be at peace and in harmony. Juergen

Marc Vellas Caravan of Love in February 2013

www.marcvella.com After Marc Vella's heart opening visit in January, Marc and a group of Aurovilians felt inspired to organize a "caravan of love" in South India in February 2013. Around 20 Aurovilians could come along with approximately 30 people from France to share with Marc and his piano this South Indian Tour. The tour starts in Auroville, goes until Kerala and back. The purpose of the tour is to meet people with love and joy and to have an exchange of the richness in our heart and culture. A group of Aurovilians could join this experience at self cost price, providing a commitment in the organisation of the work: Fund raising, itinerary, contacting the local press, or local artists, logistics for food and lodging, budgeting etc... A lot of work has to be done to prepare this trip. If you are interested in

Library opening hours

The library is open for borrowing Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 12:30.The library is still open everyday from 1:30pm to 4:30 pm for reference and reading, not for borrowing. Please note, that from Saturday 24th March, the library will also open late afternoon from 4:00 to 6:30 pm for borrowing. The library Team

22.896 flowers collected

We have collected 212x 108=22.896 flowers from the Service Tree. Meet us every Saturday at 5pm under the Banyan tree. Thanks a lot. Auroculture

A V A I L A B L E Western Union Service

The Financial Service is now able to offer the service of Western Union. Western Union provides a quick and efficient transfer of funds from abroad to India. How does it work? Somebody in any foreign country goes to a Western Union office and deposits an amount in your name. In return this person will get a code which the person will pass on to you. With this code and identification (passport or driving license) you come to our office to receive the funds. In case you have any questions please contact us via financialservice@auroville.org.in 2. Plastic table - 1 pc/Pan brass coating 1 pc. /Pan- 1 pc. /S.s. pot 1 pc. /Glass tumblers 9 pcs/ Small cups and saucer ceramic - 16 pcs. /Big cup and saucers ceramic 12 pcs./Metal rack (dish dryer) small 1 pc/ Plastic cutting board (small) 1 pc. /Big s.s. jug 1 pc./Small s.s. jug 2 pcs./Juice filter 1 Pc/

Contact Manikandan 0413 2221248 / 2339166 and Hendrik at 9159808137

Royal Enfield
I have Royal Enfield Classic 500cc (2011) .Please contact Ok 9344002972 or okjeonglee@gmail.com Love Ok

Tennis racquets, etc.

2 tennis racquets, 2 cement slabs, a baby pram, a digital photo frame (Phillips). If interested call @ 900 35 29670 or 2622270. Subhadre & Yoga

Soulful children's stories on Auronet

Just a note to let everyone know that I have posted some children's stories which I have written over the years under the Blog section on Auronet. Feel free to share the stories with your children, or in your classes and schools, with children or adults of youthful Heart. They are meant to inspire and awaken all to a deeper Spirit and Soul within. More shall come in the next

For purchase
1. Stainless steel (s.s) round table with top glass - 3 pcs/ Stainless steel chairs - 8 pcs/ Wooden food safe- 1 pc/ Electrolux fridge (Oct 11) 1 pc

weeks. If you are an illustrator who may be interested in working on getting these stories published or creating a project with them, or if you have the resources or publishing contacts for possibly getting them published in the future, please contact me at earthyoga@hotmail.com or 2622816 and we can talk. So, enjoy and be Light! All Love, Noel

Jasmin at 97877 97814

Mandalas and Yantras at the Freeland Bookshop

We have just received a wide selection of beautiful Mandala and Yantra digital paintings by artist Vivechana from Mumbai. They come in three sizes, on stretched canvas, and can be hung on walls or put up on easel stands. We also have a new collection of books! Looking forward to seeing you! The Freeland team

Young leghorn cocks looking for homes

We have several 11-week old leghorn cocks, which were brought to us for rescue as day-old hatchlings. By a quirk of fate most of the chicks turned out to be males... The cockerels are tame, beautiful, and very healthy, and would ideally be placed individually with existing hens. Alternatively, it is also possible to keep cocks together as a male-only family. We are moving home and cannot take them with us to our next place - but wish to save them from ending up in cooking pots!! - One cock has already found a home in Auroville, and we hope the others will be as lucky! Please call Jasmin at 97877 97814.

Dear dog lovers

WE at Deepanam School have 7 beautiful puppies to give away. These were born in the school in a most loving surrounding with lots of positive wishes from all the students & teachers. They are very special and well-taken care by us all. Colors all sorts! Please come and make yourself a GIFT! Thank you, Deepanam Team!

Haelan fermented soy preparation for nutritional therapy in cancer

We have a supply of Haelan, a nutritional supplement highly recommended in treatment of cancer. This fermented soy drink is used to provide the body with deep nutrition, especially important when undergoing invasive treatments (such as chemotherapy, radiation, surgery); Haelan has also been used by itself to reverse cancer, with many reports of surprising success. We purchased Haelan (from the USA) in sufficient quantity for several weeks' treatment, for a family member who unfortunately could never use it as it reached her too late. We would therefore be very happy if this (normally expensive) therapeutic supplement can be of benefit to somebody else who needs it. For detailed info about Haelan, here are some links: http://www.haelanproducts.com ; http://www.healingcancernaturally.com/haelan-fermentedsoysupplement.html - or simply google it.

SONY music stereo system

MHC-GR444 with CD player (3 CDs tray changer), amplifier, inbuilt AM/FM radio and other features like timer and clock, inclusive of two speakers. Contact Tine, Aurogreen 0413 290 96 19 and 98 43 98 41 81.

Big hard Samsonite for exchange

We have a big hard smart Samsonite and we are looking to exchange to a smaller nice bag. Photos can be sent by mail, or come to Auromode . razia.razbaz@gmail.com \ 9585 179 299

Electric bike, converted TVS/ ladies cycle

Needs a new home. Also a ladies cycle with child seat. Please call 2622347, Rolf

L O O K I N G House sitter

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would be happy to learn. Please contact: Joshi/neelakshijoshi@gmail.com/Ph. 09159811066 Neelakshi

Summer at the beach! April 15th to June 29 for a wonderful house with a view of the beach. Nice coconut garden needs to be watered daily; for rest of the work there is a washing machine, part time gardener as well as a part time Amma. Internet connection 24 hours with a monthly rate available. Current expenses needs to be paid. Only for Aurovilians , Newcomers or Volunteers, people respecting the healing energy of the place and of the nice neighbours. No smoking and no drinking. Music parties and bonfire welcome. Please call Laura 9486366721 thanks

Cassette tapes and video tapes

Would you like to draw them away? Please call me; I'll recycle them into beautiful bags. Ok 9344002972 or okjeonglee@gmail.com

LCD Monitor
I am looking for a LCD monitor; I am a student and I need it for my studies. Please contact me at Siddhartha forest. Karthie (8098736485) thanks!

House sitter
Looking for house sitter for a cool keethouse in Auromodel for single person or couple from end of April to end of August. Garden watering and caring for pets is required. Please call Petra on 9787898460. Thank you Petra

Good gardener
We need a reliable gardener with knowledge of trees, flowers, fencing and general garden work for 2-3 days per week. Work experience in AV preferred. Please call Surya at 84-89-263409.

Sterling Engine
I was reading up on sterling engines and their use in solar dishes. If you have some knowledge to share or have made one yourself I

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Who is missing this very lovely, friendly, sterilized, young light brown female dog? I found her on my terrace - somebody dropped her - bleeding and injured. She got surgery already and is getting better. Please call me, if you 8

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know anything about her. 9443843976 Ingrid

Children plastic pink shoe croc (found): I found on the

road near solar kitchen on Thursday evening (8 March) about 8

pm. sizes 8/9 right foot. Pass by the N&N office if it is yours. Kathrin.

A C C O M M O D A T I O N House for NC stewards

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contribute to the maintenance of the house. Please contact: Neelakshi Joshi neelakshijoshi@gmail.com/Ph. 09159811066

Dear friends we are newcomer couple. We are looking for a house. We are open for any possibilities. Contact us at tatianamelnichenko@mail.ru or at 9626740859. Sincerely Tatiana and Alex

House Sitting 2
Working with the Earth Institute on long-term basis, I need a place to stay for six to twelve months. I am a sobre person with a decent lifestyle, and would prefer to house sit in a quite community, if possible, near the Solar Kitchen Area. If need be, contribution can be arranged. Contact: Prassun Saha, ph: 8000090888; email: prassun.saha@gmail.com

House Sitting 1
I am a long term volunteer residing and working at the Auroville Earth Institute since June 2010. I am looking for a house to sit over summer. I am comfortable with pets and willing to

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Many thanks to the supporters of the Tantidhatri Festival!

Tantidhatri International Women's Performing Arts Festival was successfully held in Auroville and Pondicherry, March 11-15th. It was an initiative of Parvathy Baul and brought volunteer Ashramites and Aurovilians together to collaborate in order to support and participate in the performances by women artists from all over the world. It became a wonderful moment for all of us. We would like to thank all the supporters who made this festival possible. The Tantidhatri Team in Auroville

A P P E A L S Auroville library needs your help

Dear Friends, As you must have seen we have now quite a nice new Library. It is a vast improvement from the sad round hole in the Bharat Nivas which had also the dubious distinction of turning into a swimming pool nearly every monsoon. Thanks to the support of SAIIER which has been the channel for the Government funds, we managed to get immediately the bulk of the equipment needed, particularly these nice white metal shelves whose availability made the transfer almost 30.000 books relatively easier. We also got furniture and computer/UPS equipment needed to run the Library. Our present problem is that summer is fast coming and we need to protect visitors as well as custodians of the Library from excessive sun and heat. Therefore fans have to be bought and installed as well as some screens on the road-side windows to filter the sun to protect books as well as visitors and readers. This is the most urgent need. Further, there is a necessity of some minimum landscaping work and path tiling to prepare for the raining seasons and avoid muddy surroundings. We are planning to do the strict minimum at this point but we do need some funds to be ready in time.We have taken a loan for fans and screens as we decided that it was imperative to have them and that it could not be postponed much further. The estimated costs of both items are Rs 65,000. For the landscaping/tiling at least Rs 60.000 are needed. So our total request for now is Rs 1, 25,000 (one lakh twenty five thousand). As the amount needed is not so high, we invite everyone to contribute even a small amount. We are confident that we can raise it with your support. The Financial service account number is 0306 We thank you in advance for the support we do hope to get from you all. The library team home in Kailash Youth Community since July 2008. The number of Aurovilians, volunteers and guests who are using our services is now more than 2000 and growing. Our team has also increased to 15 healthcare providers and 2 support members. However, we are facing severe space limitations as we have only three small rooms of approximately 50 sqms. at Kailash. Furthermore, we have overstayed our agreement with Kailash by more than two years and the space is needed to accommodate other projects or activities. Work on our permanent healthcare facility, which is opposite Surrender, started with the laying of our foundation stone on Mothers birthday, 21st February 2011. Since then the skeleton of phase one has been built but we are lacking funds to proceed further with construction. At present we need 60 Lakhs to complete construction and another 40 Lakhs for furnishing and equipment. We appeal to you, the community of Auroville, to donate and contribute towards improving your Integrative healthcare clinic. Our PT a/c No. 251938. We are urgently looking for approximately 100 sqms. temporary space for the clinic ideally 5 rooms, till the new building is ready in June 2013. Please contact us with any suggestions at ihs@auroville.org.in With thanks and gratitude for your continuing support and appreciation, Your Kailash Clinic Team / Auroville Institute for Integral Health, (Alexey, Amarnath, Archana, Auradha, Heidi (Fertile), Jocelyn B., Igor, Leo, Linda Grace, Michael Z., Moghan, Nisha, Ruslan, Sumeet, Thilagam, Veronica and Vladimir)

Volunteers/donations for upcoming Kabir Festival

The Kabir Festival will be on 6, 7, 8 April. To communicate through music, the Universal Language of Divine Love. Auroville is going to be blessed by the presence of many artists and their accompanists, singing the deeply spiritual music of Kabir. Many will remember the heady Kabir Festival of 2008. The sense of Unity and Oneness it brought was remarkable. The 9

Donation Appeal
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Kabir festivals fill not just the senses with beautiful music, they are balm for the soul. Those who have already performed in Auroville are: Prahlad Singh Tipanya (Prahladji), Padma Shri, and family from Madhya Pradesh, who by now needs no introduction in Auroville! He combines singing in the Malwi folk style and with explanations of the deep meaning of the Kabir songs/couplets/Mukhtiar Ali, a Sufi singer from the Mirasi community of Thar, Rajasthan. He represents the 26th generation of this humble community who have successfully kept alive the oral tradition of Sufiana Qalam/ Parvathy Baul, who again needs no introduction. This time she will be coming with 3 singers/ Shabnam Virmani, the founder and Director of the Kabir Project. A filmmaker and artist who has transformed into an excellent Kabir singer herself. Concerts, exhibitions, satsangs, film showings will take place. Events will be held at Sri Aurobindo Auditorium, SAWCHU,

Kalabhumi, Cripa, Udavi School, and Cinema Paradiso. It will be an extraordinary experience. Many volunteers are needed for many tasks. We invite people to come forward and take responsibility for different aspects. In particular, right now, we specially invite volunteers who speak Gujarati and Hindi to accompany these artists and take care of them during their visit to Auroville. To spend time with these artists, show them Auroville, and interact with them. Just being in their presence will be great fun and an uplifting opportunity! To volunteer, please send an email with your contact info to and contact Mark "aurovilleperformingarts@gmail.com" Barandard (9442006807), Anne Christine (9488084684), Moghan (9751110486), Mita/Language Lab (9443631861). More than 3/4th of the budget needed to organize this enormous festival has been raised already. But more is needed. Please donate into APA Account No. 252041.

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O P P O R T U N I T I E S
ticle_attacments/IRIS%20Concept%20Paper.pdf. ICITI would be the test bed for IRIS. The short term goals include setting up the test bed and start using it for research in Human Unity, Green Mobile Communications, Education, Eco Friendly living and Development projects. It is suggested that the research teams be formed with Aurovilians, external experts in the domains as well as academic researchers and volunteers / interns. The project is likely to start towards the end of 2012 and IRIS is initially expected to run for 2 years. As it is now a research project (instead of an infrastructure project) we can seek funding to support the research teams as well as Technical Maintenance teams. In order to prepare the project proposal, we need the names and profiles of Aurovilians and New Comers interested to participate in IRIS. The researchers need not be IT professionals. All Aurovilians/ New Comers working (or interested to work) in the areas of Human Unity, Green Mobile Communications, Education, Eco Friendly living and Development projects could apply. If this interests you, please send your brief resume (not exceeding one page of size A4) along with the area of your interest to jv@auroville.org.in . JV on behalf of ICITI Team

OutreachMedia needs contact person for media people

If you have been here for more than 10 years or so and feel up to sharing Auroville with visiting media at times, please contact outreachmedia@auroville.org.in so that we can put you on our standby list. Possible remuneration for the time spent can be worked out. Thanks! OutreachMedia Team

Looking for a Public Relations Manager

We are looking for an Aurovilian, Newcomer or a Pre-Newcomer willing to work 4 days a week at the Auroville Earth Institute, CSR. Job description: Management of internal and external communication Creation of Press releases, Publications, Newsletters, Posters, etc. Management of an international network of earth professionals Update news and current events in earth construction Creation of Marketing matter for the different projects of the Auroville Earth Institute Please send your resume at jobs@earth-auroville.com or come directly to Auroville Earth Institute, CSR, Auroshilpam. For more information about us: www.earth-auroville.com

Web programmer/system administrator

Auroville Consulting is looking for a part time web programmer and system administrator. Person will be responsible for installation, configuration and maintenance of hardware and software in our office. Person must have working knowledge with the Linux environment, in HTML, Joomla, php and MySQL. Person should be reliable and committed, with a love for learning new technologies. Ideally, the person must be Aurovilian or newcomer! If interested, contact Vikram (9843948288) or Martin (9486144076) or info@aurovilleconsulting.com.

Contractor
The Auroville Earth Institute is searching a contractor for the execution of the first phase (16 apartments) of Green Casbah (50 apartments). Those who are interested should have previous experience on earth construction techniques. Further details will be provided upon request. Email: info@earth-auroville.com, phone: 262 3330

Applications from Aurovilians and Newcomers to work in Integral Research in ICT for Sustainability
Full maintenance support available. The project proposal on ICITI was submitted to the Department of Information Technology (DIT), Government of India and was received favorably. Recognizing the potential for accelerating many of the ongoing researches in Auroville by leveraging Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the Reviewing Panel suggested that it be re-submitted as a Research Project along with Pondicherry Engineering College. Accordingly, a concept paper entitled Integral Research in ICT for Sustainability- IRIS has been prepared and may be seen at http://www.auroville.org.in/sites/www.auroville.org.in/files/ar

Public relations and customer support

Auroville Consulting is looking for a person interested in handling Public Relations and Customer Support. Person will be responsible for liaising with and answering inquiries from customers, media and other organizations, preparing brochures, handouts, fliers, videos, and photographs, maintaining and updating websites, as well as sourcing and managing sponsorship opportunities. Person should be reliable and committed, with a love for learning new skills. Ideally, the person must be Aurovilian or newcomer! If interested, contact Vikram (9843948288) or Martin (9486144076) or info@aurovilleconsulting.com.

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March 18th: Starting from Auroville at 23h15 to Chennai airport Sunday 18th March. Contact Francoise Clavel Cellphone: 8489281757 March 19th: I will leave Auroville at 5:30pm to Chennai Train
Station on Monday, March 19th. Contact Becca at 763-947-8349.

March 22nd: A taxi will be taking me to the airport on 22

March, leaving AV at about 3.30 4 pm. If you want to share or if you need a taxi from the airport after 7 pm please get it touch with me. shahnandi@gmail.com 9488483286. Nandita, Quiet

March 20th: A taxi is coming from Auroville to pick me up at

Chennai Int. Airport on Tuesday, March 20th. My arrival is at 3.15 AM. Looking for sharing it with anyone going in either direction. Please email marinonimonica@gmail.com Thank you, Monica

March 23rd: Sharing a taxi from Auroville to Chennai airport

for 23 March. Arriving to the airport at 6:30 am. Contact Alina a Benages fuchke@gmail.com Phone: 9665004133

March 30th: Leaving Auroville at 2pm for Chennai Airport.

Contact Norman 2622284

March 21st: Return from Chennai airport at 23.30 on 21st

March and would like to share the taxi either way. Please contact me via 9626006961, Sigrid

T R A V E L Latest News from Travelshop/ Inside India

We advise to finalize travel plans, because some airlines have already increased the fuel surcharge and others are expected to follow soon. Srilankan has published special fares to Frankfurt, Paris, London, Rome, Milan and Zurich for departure until 30thJune. Oman Air has extended special fares to Paris for travel until 30th June with a baggage allowance of 40kg.They are connecting 19 cities in France with TGV, conditions apply. Qatar Airways special fares to Europe and USA are valid for departure until 30th June. On our special deal we can provide 35kg to Paris and 33kg their other destinations in Europe. Connections with Deutsche Bahn and TGV are possible. Conditions apply. On Kuwait Airways special offer to Europe for travel until 31st May to USA till 30th June, only very few seats are available. Emirates summer fares to Europe are valid for travel until 31st May. Jet Airways has interesting fares to many destinations in Europe. If you shop online, please recheck with us, we might have better offers. Our office timings are: Monday to Saturday 9.00 -12.30 and 13.30 -17.00hrs. Inside India - The Travel Shop, Aurovilles IATA Travel Agency, Pillayar Koil Street, Kuilapalayam. Tel: 2622 604, 2622 078, 2623 030, email: travelshop@auroville.org.in, www.inside-india.com

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Kailash Clinic Phone: 2622803 email: ihs@auroville.org.in Location: Kailash Community (entrance from the Crown Road) For: Aurovilians, Newcomers and registered Guests only Consultation and treatment schedule

1. Morning consultations - preferably by appointment Drop-in patients will wait for a free slot. Dr. Ruslan Monday, Wednesday, Friday Dr. Amarnath Tuesday, Saturday Dr. Aleksey Thursday, Sunday Nurses: Archana,Nisha &Thilagam Monday to Saturday

8.30am- 12.30pm 8:30am- 12:30pm 8:30am- 12:30pm 8:30am- 12:30pm

2. Home care service for bedridden patients or patients with infectious deseases. Home Care Service Monday to Saturday ph: 9488826184

9:00am 6:00pm (call 9:00am 5:00pm) 8:30

3. Afternoon consultations and treatments by appointment only. For appointments please call only in the morning between am and 12:30 pm. Michael Z. Monday 2:00pm 5:00pm Homeopathy Veronica Tuesday 1:30pm 6:00pm Naturopathy,Cranio-sacral Therapy, Thursday Integrative Clinical Hypnosis, Counseling Vladimir Physiotherapy, Thursday 4:00pm 6:00pm Sunday 10:00am 12:00am Heidi Acupuncture Wednesday Friday 1:30pm 4:00pm Linda Grace Medical Shiatzu, Meridian Psycho Therapy Leontios Manual Therapy Tuesday Monday Saturday 2:00pm 6:00pm 1:00pm 6:00pm

For those of you who would like to help financially Our Pour Tous account number is 251822.

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Dear readers, once again this week AurovilleRadio brings you a flavor of the bustling arts and culture scene, especially with the ongoing celebrations for International Womens Day and Invocation of the Bulgarian Pavilion. Must check-out are also interesting reports in the Environment and City Life sections of our website.

Bulgarian Dinner and Folk Music (Arts & Culture 12/03/2012) A cross-cultural music experience by Marina and Nicolai from Bulgaria. [English, 68 Minutes] Kamigatamai begins Tantidhatri (Arts & Culture 12/03/2012) Opening performance for Tantidhatri International Women's Performing Arts Festival: Kamigatamai dance by Keiin Yoshimura from Japan. [English, 33 Minutes] Polish Art Exhibition (Arts & Culture 12/03/2012) Exhibition Misja Auropol (Mission in Auroville) by artist from Poland. It is a result of a cultural geography experiment to test how the reality of Auroville influences artists. [English, 19 Minutes] Is it Okay for Kids to Laugh? (City Life 12/03/2012) Part one of our radio documentary which explores the meaning of laughter in a child's life and the role of laughter yoga. [English, 34 Minutes] Urban Tao Ecocentric (Arts & Culture 12/03/2012) Actors of the Overground Arts Alliance with Stojan Radev present the story of constant struggle of the modern urban "slave" who makes a choice on his evolutionary journey. [English, 41 Minutes] Agricultural Awareness Campaign (Environment 11/03/2012) 'What is the worlds biggest pest? Its the human being'. Njal, an Aurovillian, is trying to create environmental awareness and is fighting the chemical treatment of Cashew plants. [English, 35 Minutes] Holi Tango Festival in Auroville (Arts & Culture 11/03/2012) A report on the Holi Tango Festival which started on the 8th of March 2012 in Auroville and will end on the 11th. [English, 28 Minutes] Hindustani Vocal with Nandita Di (Arts & Culture 09/03/2012)

A Hindustani Music Concert by students of Nandita di. -[Music, 49 Minutes] International Womens Day Meeting (Arts & Culture 09/03/2012) International Womens Day celebrations at the Tibetan Pavilion where around 60 women, children and a few male spectators participated and performed. [English, 38 Minutes] Infrastructure Distribution (City Life 08/03/2012) From L'Avenir d'Auroville Rolf talks on future development of the city, which is currently in chaos, especially regarding utilities infrastructure set up in the past. [English, 20 Minutes] Pondicherry Dump Update (Environment 07/03/2012) A report on environmental activist campaign by a group of Aurovillians with the Pondicherry garbage control. [English, 37 Minutes] Bulgarian Welcoming (Education 07/03/2012) Celebrations as part of the Invocation for the Bulgarian Pavilion. -[English, 7 Minutes] Harvesting Rice at Solitude (Economy 06/03/2012) A report on the rice harvest at Solitude where the volunteers from many different countries have begun to work in the rice paddy field. [English, 14 Minutes] Svaram 9th Birthday Celebration (Arts & Culture 06/03/2012) Concert on the occasion of the 9th bday of Svaram. Invocation by Abbot Martin Mosko. [English, 18 Minutes] World Music with Balkan Beats (Arts & Culture 06/03/2012) In context of Invocation of Bulgarian Pavilion, Nikolali Ivanov and Marina Velikova brought on the stage a breeze of "ethnologization". With quite clear undertones of Bulgarian ethnic rhythms, the sound danced its way through world music and jazz improvisations. -[English, 61 Minutes]

You can listen to all of the programs and more on www.aurovilleradio.org all the recordings are available in CD or ready to be copied on your memory stick at the Auroville Radio premises in Town Hall, opposite the Financial Service. For more info call 0413-2623331 or email contact@aurovilleradio.org

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Every Saturday in front of Solar Kitchen from 10:30 to 1:30 pm. With Auroville farm products, eco- products, handicrafts and more... We need volunteers to help us!! Please contact Sabine or Isabelle avgreencenter@auroville.org.in or show up on Saturday at 9.30am

Naturellement closed this Saturday!

We will be closed on Saturday 17th March as we are going on a tour. The Garden Cafe Team

Auroville Saturday Market

We welcome you

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can come from Monday to Friday, work from 6.15 till 9am and then share a delicious breakfast. From Visitors Center: follow the tar road direction Edayanchavadi, turn right after a large pond. Follow the signs on the path that goes in front of a small temple and then through a gate. Once through the gate go down the path until you can go no further and you will be in Buddha Garden. Sunday 25 March at 8.30 am, Nilathamgam with Ambre: More info next week. You want to host a Sunday Walks or help in other activities of the AV Green Center, contact us: avgreencenter@auroville.org.in or ask Lisbeth, Bridget and Isabelle

Every Sunday, stewards guide walks through the Auroville forests and farms. Our green belt is slowly recovering! Take the opportunity to walk/cycle the green communities of Auroville, discover our flora & fauna and meet our foresters and farmers. Everyone is welcome! Sunday 18 March at 8.30 am, Buddha Garden with Priya: Walk the farm with the brick raised beds and drip irrigation system, where lettuce, rucola, basil, spinach, beans and more are growing. See the compost area and chicken house. The concept of the farm is to welcome volunteers and to teach them hands-on know how in organic agriculture but also to host research students for sustainable farming practices. Everybody

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Auroville Volley Ball Sports Development Programme

We would like to announce that Auroville Volley Ball Sports Development Programme Group will be organizing a volley ball sports training camp from 24th to 31st March 2012. This trainings main purpose is for Aurovilians and surrounding young students to improve their muscular strength, body flexibility, fitness, and more stamina. They also develop themselves and learn many new things with volley ball sports training. Our camp training will start from morning at 7:30 to 9am at New Creation sports ground.

Our Mens team

ser 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Auroville Mens Teams M.Jayamoorthi P. Shanmugam K.Krishnaraju K. Senthilkumar P.Palani S.Kumaran K.Ganesh K.Vasudevan Manikandan R. Selvam Murugan A. Karunakaran Communities Laferme Courage Petite ferme Petiteferm Djaima Laferme Auromodele Kottakupam Douceur N Field Bharathinagar Work place Eco Service Penta Service Vehicle Service Ness and Dehashakti Sports Omega Unity Ultimate sports coach Omega unity and Dehashakit sports FEED Trust Savitry Bhavan Deepam Candle Carpenter

Girls and Boys Teams

Serial 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Stars Velvizhi Suganya Aruna Selvi Kavitha Priya Saraswathi Nithya Uma Manjula Pavithra Clouds Rajeswari Nirosha Vanitha Hemavathy Gajalakshmi Vinisha Tamilzkalarasi Amutha Murugaveni Sathiya Sky Emmanuel Surendar Kamal raj Navin Manikandan Rahul Suresh Vignesh Ranjith Iyyappan Vijayakumar Iyyanarappan Dinger Sivagandan Balamurugan Akilkumar Aravind Anand Arul Sedhuraman Babu Hariram Rain bow Anandamayee Priya Down Deepa Devi Priyam

We build better sports and better humanity. Auroville Volley Sports Development Programme. K. Senthilkumar - Contact 7639655830

Two encounters of the third kind

Around 8 am The Aikido class is over, I have invited the visitors and volunteers that joined the class that morning to register their name with Pitangas management, as a contribution is requested from them for the upkeep of the building (the classes are free). Since a couple of months 2 students, a married couple, have joined the class. One is known to us as he joined our classes when he arrived in Auroville over 10 years ago then stopped after a short while. The Pitanga in-charge then barges in the room and asks these 2 people to, after many reminders, settle their dues. It is then that I learn that these persons are not registered on the Master List. Around 5 pm After work I am bound for the movie at Cinma Paradiso. I arrive 20 minutes before time to secure a seat for my friend who will arrive a bit later than me. The room is full. One person has reserved 4 seats for herself and some of her friends. I know this person professionally, as she has purchased land in the Green Belt and is at present building a series of villas that have not received Non Objection Certificate from LAvenir. (Incidentally, one of these houses is built by someone who has been refused entry in Auroville. This person now shares his life with an Aurovilian.) There are a lot of things I could say about these two encounters. First, I could start to explain why I take the time to write about these stories. But, I had rather read what YOU, the so-called residents of Auroville, have to say. It would be also very instructive to know how you would have dealt with both situations. Send me your feedback via email (cjm@auroville.org.in) or call me. A copy of this posting has been sent to the Auroville Council with the hope that the questions these incidents raise will be addressed meaningfully. Take care Auroville, -Cristo- (Revelation) News & Notes 17 March 2012 [439] 13

Light from Japan

Lux ex oriente (Lat.) Light from East Not only was Zen Buddhism born in Japan but Masanobu Fukuoka was too. Njal has a nice portrait of Sensei (teacher) Fukuoka-san in the exhibition No More Pesticides near Solar Kitchen. Banzai (10 thousand years) Fukuokas teaching about organic farming! Nature was so happy when this farmer, philosopher, writer and traveller appeared in the country of the Rising Sun. He was a great samurai (fighter) for the natural agriculture without chemical pesticides. What about his busido (codex of honesty)? You can read for example Fukuokas book The Natural Way of Farming. The Theory and Practice of Green Philosophy (Madras, 2011). He wrote on p.5: I found to my despair, that people were no longer truly human, and nature no longer truly natural, also on p. 27: Man is but an arrogant fool who vainly believes that he knows all of nature and can achieve anything he sets his mind to. Ways of Auroville and Fukuoka are very close. Njal has three Fukuokas books in the exhibition No More Pesticides. Besides them there is also Claude Alvares The Organic Farming Sourcebook (Goa, 2009) -- it includes an interview with Aurovilian Bernard Declerq (p. 116-117) and one other with Fukuoka (p. 105-111). Every Aurovilian can understand the thought of brilliant Japanese: science and intellect are big mistakes which have taken man away from nature. We are cutting trees and create instead the buildings for our comfort. Of course this activity isnt good for positive karma of mankind and for natural abundance of the Earth. My Lord, please forgive us! Some words of Sri Aurobindo and Masanobu Fukuoka are absolutely equal. We read in Thoughts and Aphorisms N383: Machinery is necessary to modern humanity because of our incurable barbarism. Fukuoka has written in The Road Back to Nature. Regaining the Paradise Lost (Chennai, 2010, p. 56): Machine culture is doomed. Long live nature, not machines! Goplal Reni Singh (Shambala)

The Anonymous Goodwill Conspiracy Goes On

Dear Friends and Others (!) This is just a short note to inform you that the giving channel called the Anonymous Goodwill Conspiracy is working for those who feel the need to give quietly and anonymously. For those of you who wish to do so, but have lost sight of this channel, here is how it works. There is an account called 'The Anonymous Goodwill Conspiracy' to which you can transfer money with the name of the person or project it is intended for. The money will be forwarded to the person and the source (you) will remain unknown, unthanked and unsung. The number of this account is 252090. The other option is cash in an envelope. If you prefer this option, you can reach me by phone at 2623101 and I will meet you to pick up the envelope. One of the volunteering 'Angels' only known to me will deliver this envelope to the subject of your goodwill! The third option, specifically for construction or house repair purposes is to put the money on the account, or give me an envelope and inform me of the purpose. The Housing Group has kindly agreed to accept the money and get the job done. Which, to my limited understanding is a relief from having to look for masons/carpenters, and supervise the work etc. In any case you, the donor can decide by which way you would like to help someone-and we will find a way. Every now and then someone is giving and someone is receiving. I would like to make clear that I do not decide who gives and who receives. Nor is there a vague sum of money for me to distribute to the needy of our community. Giving is the choice of all those who find themselves lucky enough to have the thought...and the means. With love, Submitted by Ange

A simple request
I have the good fortune to go early morning into the fragrant cool stillness and in the late afternoon as the day settles to feed a mother and 7 puppies. They are very near Deepanam School, easy access on good roads and are in a quiet, secure setting on Auroville land. The healthy puppies, born 21 Feb., need daily handling at this time so they can live well amongst humans. Who do you know who might like to share this momentary joy with me? The stray mother is sweet, hungry, and not aggressive. She will be spayed as soon as her milk dries, and surgeries for the puppies can be provided if we are able to catch them. Daily handling of puppies helps to make them not afraid of humans, makes them easier to catch for medical treatment, makes them better neighbours. There is a stage in the development of puppies when this is crucial for their, and our, best interests. That time is now. I am in touch with over-worked animal groups in AV who are providing resources and help, but TIME from a few people of any age is asked.... 30 minutes a day a few times a week for perhaps a month will go a long way toward creating welladjusted dogs in our midst. This is a simple request for a few pairs of human hands for awhile and there will be no request for long-term commitment. Thanks. Patricia 262 3750, SMS 984 312 4305 or email pmhenryherself@gmail.com

AMPHITHEATRE - MATRIMANDIR
Meditation with Savitri read by Mother to Sunils music Every Thursday from 6.00 to 6.30 pm (Weather permitting)
Reminder to all: The Park of Unity is a place for silence, meditation, and inner work and is to be used only as such. We request everyone not to bring bags, cell phones, cameras etc. If unavoidable, they must be left for safekeeping at the Access Office. Thank you for your cooperation. Amphitheatre Group News & Notes 17 March 2012 [439] 14

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International Womens Day Celebration

(On International Womens Day we salute the women throughout history who have stood up against injustice in our society and those women who continue to fight for change and a better future). Long Live International Womens Day!

March 18th, Sunday: 3:00 pm 6:30 pm

SAWCHU Building, Bharat Nivas Kolam competition, Cultural evening, Laughter, Refreshments. Prize Distribution by: Smt. Mirra Jyoti, Smt. Surya Gandhi. Share this event with your Aurovilians, Newcomers, Guests, Friends, and Ammas All are welcome!!!!

Please join us at Aikiyam School

Dear friends, At Aikiyam School in New Creation (formerly New Creation Bilingual School) we've been exploring what peace means to us. Through creative expression in art, students and teachers have painted "Peace Flags" which will be displayed on our recently renovated dining hall. Everyone is welcome to join us

On Tuesday 20 March 2012 at 8:30 am

To participate in the unveiling, and share for a few precious moments in our deep and sincere aspiration for peace, both within each of us, and throughout our beautiful planet. We hope to see you there... Aum. Shankar and Amy

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Aswapati and Sri Aurobindo in Savitri

A talk by Georges Van Vrekhem on Saturday 17 March at 5pm at Savitri Bhavan
Half of Sri Aurobindos epic poem Savitri is about the Yoga, the exploration of the supernatural worlds, and the supreme meeting with the Divine Mother of a Being commonly supposed to be Aswapati, the royal father of Savitri in the Mahabharata legend. The fact is that Sri Aurobindo mentions the name Aswapati for the very first time on page 341. For this he must have had good reasons.

Sat. morning, 10am, 24th March at Unity Pavilion A Round-table discussion with Prof. Makarand Paranjape
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University of Human Unity Seminar

While numerous critiques of humanism emanating from the Humanities and Social Sciences, including the work of Jaques Derrida, Michel Foucault, Judith Butler, Bruno Latour, and so on, might be classed under the general rubric of posthumanism, transhumanism arises out of a different discursive tradition, that of scientific progressivism. It is predicated upon the faith in the capacity of science and technology to transform the human condition so that it ceases to resemble itself. Ageing, disease, even death are no longer seen as intractable; instead, advances in biomedicine and cybernetics are supposed to render these signs of mortality obsolete, besides enhancing human capacities to unimaginable heights. One of the questions, thus, is whether transhumanism which promises to produce super-humans will actually end up creating monsters. Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, advocate integral yoga, while the former do not stop short of recommending that human beings turn themselves into chip and circuit enhanced cyborgs.

Lecture/Discussion and Workshop on Salutogenesis How can we become greater swimmers in the river of life?
This question is the metaphoric focus on the concept of Salutogenesis (Development of Health). Salutogenesis works by considering how to create, enhance and improve physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing and provides a framework for researchers and practitioners to help individuals, organizations, and society move toward better health. The Auroville Health Services invites anyone interested, to an afternoon discussion and presentation about the Concept of Salutogenesis founded by the scientist A. Antonovsky.

On: Tuesday the 27th March from 6.30 to 7.30 pm In: Aurelec Canteen
The idea is to create afterwards an applied science group on the practical questions of: How can we continuously improve conditions for empowering out health potential and health resources? How do we create our lives to empowering our physical, intellectual, environmental, social, emotional and spiritual health? The main issue is how is it possible to put the concept of Salutogenesis into practice? Lets come together in the research city Auroville and use the Andragogic approach and share our knowledge on the way to a greater health. The proposal is to meet every Tuesday from 3-5pm in April (3-27 April) to discuss and enjoy healthy communication! (Registration after the presentation on 27th March). PS: The Concept of Salutogenesis and Salutogenetic Communication is helpful knowledge and a tool for work in therapeutics, care-giving, coaching or pedagogic discipline. There is no special health experience or knowledge necessary for participating! For more information and details contact: AV Health Services (ask for Mirjam). Phone 262-2425, Mo-Fr mornings.

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W O R K S H O P S
This workshop introduces you to o Easy-to-do exercises based on yoga for flexibility and toning o Eight simple, but very powerful Pranayama practices o Yoga Nidra (Deep Relaxation) to let go of stress and recharge yourself o Dietary principles for Well Being o Outcome of the workshop o You enjoy a new level of wellbeing by practicing the exercises for thirty minutes per day. This workshop is open to all Aurovilians and Guests. No registration is required. To make the workshop beneficial to all, you are requested to: o Please be at the venue by 6:45 am on the first day and at 6:55 on the other days. o Please have your breakfast after the Pranayama sessions. o Please bring along a mat and suitable cushion(s). o Please note that the session on the last day would be ending at 8:20 AM o Please note that the sessions would be held as scheduled even if it rains. About the Facilitator: Starting in early 2008, J.V. Avadhanulu (JV for short) has been facilitating various workshops and retreats in Auroville. For details, please see http://www.joyofpersonalgrowth.com

Discover who you are through WRITING

Writing Is The Art Of A Listening Heart. This workshop is designed to enhance the flow of your creativity, to connect to deeper levels of yourself and your intuition through writing exercises and guided meditations. 3- Day creative writing workshop March 20 - 22 and March 27 29/Tuesday to Thursday, 10 am to 4 pm Tara at 9751798408, email: ambaleeka@auroville.org.in (Space is limited to 7 people)

Meditation with the Russian Bells

Deeply resonating sounds of this unique musical instrument from Russia help us tune with the inner resonance and discover the inner experience. Session begins with a brief introduction and a performance by Vera Lipen. Next, aspiring to the inner unity through sound, we invite you to play the bells with us and create a meditative space together. All are welcome. We begin with a concentration, please be on time. Sunday, 18th March, 4.00-5.30 pm Venue: International House (Former American Pavilion)

Well Being (Pranayama) Workshop of 5 Sessions

7:00 am to 8:00 am at Savitri Bhavan/ From 21 March (Wednesday) to 25th t March (Sunday) It is in good health that the way to transformation is found The Mother

Yoga workshop for beginners at Arka-MARCH

Yoga Workshop for beginners (Sivananda Technique) from Mon.26 to Fri.30 MARCH at Arka, 2 classes daily from 09.30 to 16

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11.00 am and 2.30 to 4.00 pm. After this workshop, you will be able to practice alone a complete and easy sequence of Yoga with asana, pranayama, mantra yoga, yoga nidra. Registration at shambhumohini@hotmail.com and 9442398608. Every body is welc'OM! shambhu

Price: your donation/Location: will be told with your registration Please register at: Christina.anding@gmail.com

Shiatsu Course with Ulrike in Verite

Thursday to Sunday; March 22 - 25 from 9 am 4.30 pm with a lunch break Discover the Shiatsu-Touch as a nourishing journey along the extended Chinese Meridians as well as a way to your inner stillness. For beginners as well as for advanced. Please wear comfortable clothing and if possible bring a scarf for the touch of the head. For information please call Ulrike at 9442069249 and for enrolment call Verite at 2622 045 or 2622 870.

Workshop: Stop smoking in 4 hours!

The biggest challenge for a smoker is not the nicotine itself, but the synapses and the self-image that was stored in the subconscious. Smoking habits are firmly attached within the synapses. Hence, one cannot modify them just by using willpower alone. What is unique about the never-again-smoking method, that it represents a combination of different therapies in one session. Amongst those one finds elements of hypnosis, NLP, acupressure, trance coaching and many other methods involved. Through these it becomes a lot easier to change a smokers habits and his own self-image into a happy life-long non-smoker. The subconscious cooperates 100% - the person will never start smoking again! It is insufficient just to quit smoking. The most important fact is to become and subsequently stay a non-smoker.

Wind/Solar Hybrid installation Workshop

This course will last 5 days and include the final assembly of a small wind turbine and the installation of the equipment on a rooftop in Auroville. The installation will be added to an existing solar array therefore transforming it into a Solar/Wind hybrid system. If you are interested in learning how to do a small hybrid installation then this is a good workshop to attend. It will be mostly hands-on practical and a small amount of Theory will be offered. The workshop begins on Monday March 19th. There is a limited space therefore reservations are required. For more info contact Jorge at 9786296441

Choose YOUR Date to STOP SMOKING(held in English): March 2012: Saturday, 24th or Saturday, 31st April 2012: Saturday, 7th or Saturday, 14th
Or book your individual session by prior appointment / 2 hours Registration: 9.00 am / Start: 9.30am / End: 2.30pm

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The Regular Events column is published once a month, at the beginning of every month. Guest-houses are kindly requested to put this page up on the notice boards. Kindly inform us of any changes in your regular event the next regular events schedule will be published on March 31st, 2012. Editors. Agnus Gastmans Retrospective: at "Art on Sunday" in Petite Ferme, Auroville. Every Sunday from 2 till 6 pm. tel. 2623665 www.artonsunday.com
Alcoholics Anonymous, meeting (open) every Saturday 6 pm, Centre Guesthouse (Merriam Hill Centre) Contact: Ingrid 9443843976 or Shankar 9442010573.

Aikido: Classes are held at Pitanga on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday from 6:30 to 8:00 am. Classes are open to all including beginners. For information contact Cristo (2623568 at work & 2622356 at home) or Surya (2622035 at work & 2623813 at home). Students are expected to arrive 10 minutes before classes start. "Art of Tea" Oriental Tea Ceremony Experience hosted by Jyoti at the Hall of Light, Creativity, Every Saturday from 4pm to 5:30pm Reservation required as the seats are limited. Contact: jyotinaoki1@gmail.com or 2622192. Everyone is welcome on this journey! Astrology: Twelve cosmic principles manifest in the total body-soul
continuum through the twelve regions of the human body, Mondays: 6:00 - 7:15 pm at New Creation Dance Studio.

2.SIMPLE YOGA, with Dariya or Friederike Honoring the day with Suryanamaskar -Sun salutations and energizing the body by stretching of 12 main energy lines/meridians Every Tuesday & Thursday, 7.30 - 8.30am 3.DANCE MEDITATION, with Dariya Exploring in awareness; Presence breath - spontaneous movement connection -deep relaxation Fridays @ 5.30 6.30pm B.COURSES - registration needed: 1.DEEPENING AWARENESS - CELEBRATING LIFE, with Dariya Through meditation, dance, bodywork, creativity, communication etc. exploring Who I am and connecting with others. A 3 day playshop! 7-9 March @ 9am-5pm Info & registration: dariya@auroville.org.in, 9786658967 Conversation Francophone: Every Tuesday/Mardi, from/ partir de
17h.00 at/ la Terrace, conversation in French open to everyone who wishes to practice or improve his/her French language and Guests/Visitors who want some information on Auroville or just share a moment with Aurovilians. Ananda, Michiko and Surya pour le Pavillon de France.

Butterfly Barn, In Sve-Dame MARCH PROGRAMME A.CLASSES no registration needed: 1.LAUGHTER YOGA, with Dariya and friends Combining Laughter and breathing excercises to bring more oxygen/health and joy into our lifes.

Didgereedoo: 25th of February. One of the most ancient instruments in our Planet from the aboriginal culture in Austrlia. Come and learn how to play, to do animal sounds, the circle breathing and open the chackras through this healing instrument. Didgereedoo or Ydaki is used for traditional ceremonies of gratefulness to our Mother Earth. We provide didgereedoos for practise. Just come!! At Windarra Farm-Terra Soul Community-from 2.003.30pm/phone:99 43 91 88 51 Tiaguy Kukabara/e-mail tiagorouxinol@hotmail.com

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Drawing Experiment: Every Tuesday at 2:15 we leave the studio at Creativity to go landscape drawing/painting. Anyone is welcome. There is no charge and materials are provided if you have none. Not connected with the landscape work is Figure Drawing from 5-7 Tuesdays in the studio. Materials are also provided if you have none. Call Audrey @ 2622641 for questions. Eco Cycle Yatra: Every Monday at 4 pm we will leave from Sadhana Forest to visit neighbouring villages to further grow our relationships. We will exchange ideas about the environment and learn from each other. Please bring your own cycle. Families with children are also most welcome!!! From the Food Lab: Horizon. (In front of Sve Dame). Mon.,Tues.,Thurs. 4.00 to 6.00 pm. Call Lorenzo before coming at 09443362274. All relevant information about the effect of food on your body. Earth Songs Healing Chanting: 8 pm to 9.30 pm - Every Thursdays at Windarra Farm - Come and join us to celebrate life through chanting in a circle. We will sing songs and play instruments from different traditions and cultures around the world. More info: 99 43 91 88 51 Ikebana weekly class: Ikebana, the Japanese ancient art of flower arrangement (Sogetsu School of Tokyo) Weekly classes for all levels at Creativity Community "Hall of Light. Contact Valeria 9442992827 valeriaraso@hotmail.com Integral Meditation: Through the wisdom of the Integral Yoga we learn to perceive the fourfold reality linking essence with manifestation. Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 pm at New Creation Sports Resource Centre. For more information call Mikael: 9345451736. Introduction to Sustainable Food Growing: Every Monday 10.00 am till lunch time in Buddha Garden. Contact Priya for more details at priya@auroville.org.in or 94432 22653 Mudra- Chi: A body prayer based on Mothers Mudras in a Tai-Chi form. Led by Anandi Every Wednesday from 4 to 5 pm at Savitri Bhavan

Online Events Calendar: The schedule of events for the week can be accessed by all, including guests, on the Auronet login page: www.auroville.org.in (no need to log in!) Spanish Tertulia: A gathering for cultural exchange, every Friday from 4pm to 6pm at La Terrace. We welcome anyone interested in Spanish culture and those who practice colloquial language. Play of painting (Arno Stern) with Helene:

Play of painting sessions are going on in Udavi school new studio. Aurovilians, new comers, long term guests are all welcome. Time: Sunday afternoon at 4 pm, one time a week, duration: 1h30. Please call before coming for info and to make sure there is place: Helene - 965-585-7735.
Resource Center (next to the basketball court). Wednesday 6.30 pm Dance Practice (Practica), Sawchu Hall at Bharat Nivas. No partner required, please bring socks or dance shoes! Info: Jorge: 9786296441 or Aurvan: aurevan@auroville.org.in Ringing Bells in Unity Pavilion: Open sessions with Russian Bells on Sundays 4.00-5.30 pm. Exploring conscious relation with sound listening, resonating, playing together. All are welcome. Speaking English at Savitri Bhavan, Tuesdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tai Chi @ Sharnga: Feb 1-4 and Feb 27 onwards: Chi on Mondays

and Tuesdays from 7.30am-8.30am. 24 form on Tuesdays from 8.30am-9.30am and from 4.30pm-5.30pm, Wednesdays from 7.30am-8.30am and Fridays from 4.30pm-5.30pm. 108 form on Thursdays and Fridays from 7.30am-8.30am. And 127 form 1st part on Saturdays from 7.30am-8.30am. Feb 6-25: only the evening classes. <taichi@auroville.org.in> 2623187
Tango Dancing: Meditation in movement, communicate without words, connect to the music. Monday and Wednesday 7.15 pm Dance Class, New Creation Sports Resource Centre.

Nia: holistic dance & movement practice for everybody (no experience necessary) Tuesdays & Fridays 5-6 pm, Verite Hall Wednesdays & Saturdays 5-6pm, New Creation Dance Studio Beats of Soul conscious dance & movement ministry (based on Soul motion from Vinn Marti): Thursdays 5 - 6.30 pm, Verite Hall Pilates Bodymotion: Tuesdays & Fridays, 4-5 pm, Verite Hall Tarot Readings & Horse & Soul Sessions on request.
Non violent Communication (NVC) Happenings...

Ultimate Disc: Saturdays & Mondays, 4:45pm - sundown, at Certitude. Bring running shoes if you have them. Contact Mark at mark@auroville.org.in with any questions or just come ready to play.
Visite approfondie dAuroville/ Visit of Auroville in French: On Mondays/ le lundi from/ de 9h15 16h15 (or on request/ou sur rendez-vous). Inscription/ call: 9488084952, Aikya pour le Pavillon de France.

At Joy Community and (College) Guest House, we're slowly recovering from the cyclone and other destabilizing events... We now plan to start offering more NVC spaces and will update you as we move along... 1. (Old event) Open Practice Group, Thursdays, 4.30-6.30pm. This group is open to all - beginners and advanced practitioners alike. Requirement: curiosity and desire to learn... 2. (New event) Deepening Practice Group, Tuesdays, 5-7pm, plus optional potluck dinner. This is for those of us who want to co-create a more intense NVC experience and deepen our practice with a more committed group. Requirement: some NVC background and minimum commitment of 2 months... Odissi & Bollywood Dance with Tejas: Learn graceful Indian dance and get a work out! Mondays at 3 & Wednesdays at 6 pm. New Creation Dance Studio (Next to La Piscine)
OM Choir - "The voice that chants to the creator Fire, / The symbolled OM, the great assenting Word. Every Tuesday 5:45/6:00 pm at Savitri Bhavan

Vocal Yoga Therapy in Acceptance, Auroville For vocal health and conscious application of the voice during speech or song. Vocal yoga is a silent strengthening and preparation of the inner and outer body 'pre-speech' which leads you toward the bottom of the throat wherein lie your individual's fingerprint vocal personality and color. Workshops and classes can be taught in French and English. For more information contact Caroline: 9047654120 or caroline.cohen@vocalyogainstitute.com
Yoga Nidra: Yoga Nidra is a technique for entering into a deeply relaxed healing trance. Wednesdays, 5.30-6.30 pm at New Creation Sports Resource Centre.

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AN EVENING OF BHARATNATYAM CLASSICAL DANCE

Theme: SHE WHO UNSPINS
A repertoire of purely classical dance, Bharatanatyam, in Tamil, Sanskrit & Telugu with simultaneous projected translations in English For the multilingual audience of Auroville. Projected images of Ashwini's oil paintings mirror the dance items and enhance the sensual experience of all present.

Saturday, 24th March 2012 Venue: Sri Aurobindo Auditorium, Bharat Nivas Time: 7.30 PM Duration: 1Hrs Hosted by Bharat Nivas
About the Artist & Dancer: Ashwini Kaarthikeyan began her journey as a dancer at the age of nine with Shri Roopchandji Pardesi. She then learnt under Smt. Prerna Desai of the Kalakshetra bani who helped lay in her a strong foundation for this classical dance discipline. More teachers followed after which Ashwini lived and worked in America for eight years. She has a Masters degree in the Science of Waldorf Education from Sunbridge College, NY, USA. In February 2009, Ashwini moved to Chennai, where she resumed her training with Shri P.T. Narendran, a most gifted teacher, dancer and choreographer. Accompanied by live music: Nattuvangam: P.T.Narendran Vocal: G. Srikanth Mridangam: B.P. Haribabu Violin: Easwar Ramakrishnan Flute: Devaraj ALL ART AND MUSIC LOVERS ARE WELCOM

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At the Sri Aurobindo Auditorium, Bharat Nivas

FRIDAY 23 MARCH 7.30 PM (Film show starting at 7.45 sharp) BAARA (THE PORTER)
Written & directed by Soulayman CISSE, Africa, Mali, 1978 With: Balla Moussa Keita, Ismaila Sarr, Omou Diarra, Bubukar Keita, Baba Niare Synopsis: The first feature film ever produced in Mali, Baara (The Porter) is about a young man caught in the growing political and economic tensions of urban Africa. Balla Diarra is a worker in the capital city of Bamako who struggles to survive on his meager income. Set in a modern city rather than a mythical past or traditional village, Baara offers a portrait of African life not often seen on the screen. By the director of Yeelen a coming-ofage film which won the Jury Prize at the 1987 Cannes Film Festival. Baara received the Yenenga's Stallion prize at Fespaco* in 1979. The Panafrican Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO) is an important biannual African film festival. The "talon de Yennenga" is awarded to the African film that best shows "Africa's realities". Western viewers who know Ciss only through his more famous and available Yeelen will be surprised by the films straightforward narrative, contemporary setting, and realistic approach. However, despite these differences, we can see many of Cisss ongoing themes (the inter-generational struggle, the critique of masculine authority and dominance, the critique of self-serving individualism) and stylistic techniques, notably his shifting point-of-view and his willingness to disrupt the narrative to isolate the individual image, generally close-ups of characters faces--giving us pause to contemplate these people, who they are and what they represent, allowing us time to connect with them. It is his aesthetic technique that allows Ciss both to give us a

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recognizable story grounded in its time, and to induce the viewer to engage with that story at another level. Original Bambara version with English subtitles. (Not for children) - Projection in collaboration with the Embassy of France, Delhi

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Eco Film Club

GANGES: DAUGHTER OF THE MOUNTAINS BBC. Documentary. English. 49 minutes.

Sadhana Forest, Friday March 23rd at 19:00

A documentary which journeys deep into the Himalayas to the source of the Ganges, providing a glimpse into the natural and spiritual worlds that swirl around India's most sacred river. Tracing the river through diverse landscapes uncovers some spectacular wildlife, including snow leopards, black bears, maneating cats and rare elephants. Every summer, thousands of Hindu pilgrims make the arduous journey high into the mountains to worship at the river's source and honour the river goddess. Before the movie at exactly 16:30 you are welcome to join us for a full tour of Sadhana Forest and an update of our most recent work! After the film you are welcome to join us for a free vegan organic Thai dinner!!
Free bus service to the TOUR OF SADHANA FOREST and the ECO FILM CLUB - DEPARTURE SOLAR KITCHEN: 16:00 and RETURN FROM SADHANAFOREST: 21:30 Free bus service to the ECO FILM CLUB - DEPARTURE SOLAR KITCHEN: 18:00 and RETURN FROM SADHANA FOREST: 21:30 The bus service is operated by Sadhana Forest. For more information about the bus service please contact Sadhana Forest 2677682 or 2677683 or sadhanaforest@auroville.org.in

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Femme Series: In observance of the Womens Day (Mar 8) and the International Womens History Month declared by the United Nations (in 1975) we bring you this series, in a small way, to celebrate women! Femme Series Monday 19 March 8.00 pm: GEORGIA OKEEFFE USA, 2009, Dir. Bob Balaban w/ Joan Allen, Jeremy Irons, and others, Biography-Drama- Romance, 90mins, English w/ English subtitles, Rated: NR Alfred Steiglitz, the celebrated photographer and art impresario is shocked to learn that the extraordinary drawings that he had discovered were by a woman, Georgia OKeeffe. Eventually Alfred manages to convince Georgia to allow him to become her benefactor. Their relationship evolves and Alfred leaves his wife for Georgia. However, he is threatened as his ward, the rising star is poised to eclipse his light. Despite her fame and talent Georgia struggles through the complicated relationship and heart aches in search of solace. Finally, she finds new inspiration and ultimately her own voice in the New Mexico landscape. Femme Series Tuesday 20 March, 8:00 pm: IRON JAWED ANGEL USA, 2004, Dir. Katja von Garnier w/ Hilary Swank, Margo Martindale and Anjelica Huston, Drama-History-Romance, 125mins, English w/ English subtitles, Rated: NR (for all) This outstanding film tells the story of Alice Paul and the women of the 1918 Womens Suffrage movement as they fight for future generations right to vote and run for office. Sacrificing their health, marriages and the limited amount of freedom they had, women were imprisoned and force-fed after picketing and hunger-striking against war-time president, Woodrow Wilson; but survived to see the results of their efforts. The movement did not stand alone. They drew inspirations from similar womens movement across the world and in turn inspired many others. If you have not watched this film yet it is a must watch and if you have seen it before, it is an opportunity to see it again! Femme Series Wednesday 21 March, 8:00 pm: GULABI GANG (Pink Saris) UK, 2010, Dir. Kim Longinotto w/ Renu Devi, Sampat Pal Devi and Niranjan Pal, Documentary-Drama, 96mins, Hindi w/ English subtitles, Rated: NR Like many illiterate, low-caste woman Sampat Pal too was married off at 12 and was bullied since then at her in-laws. But unlike most others she rebelled and ended up on the streets with five children. In an act of inspired desperation in 2008 Sampat set up the gulabi (= pink) gang where women dressed in bright pink saris gather to challenge any problem be it violent husband or corrupt policeman. Ignoring patriarchy, custom, or religion Sampat fights the good fight on behalf of the wronged and frequently very young women of Uttar Pradesh. As the film makes it clear that while Sampat is no saint, she's struggling against enormous odds to build a more just and more equitable society in her homeland. Femme Series Thursday 22 March, 8:00 pm: ANTONIA (Antonias Line) Netherlands-Belgium-UK, 1995, Writer-Dir. Marleen Gorris w/ Willeke van Ammelrooy, Jan Decleir, Veerle van Overloop and others, 102 mins, Comedy-Drama-Romance, Dutch w/English Subtitles, Rated: R Described by its director as a feminist fairy tale this Academy award film tells the story of the independent Antonia who, after returning to her native Dutch village of just after WWII establishes and nurtures a close-knit matriarchal community. Spanning nearly 40yrs it follows Antonia through her life, illuminating the lives of those around her - her children, community, friends, and enemies. The film covers a breadth of topics, with themes ranging from death and religion to intimacy, lesbianism, friendship and love. It is a classic! International - Saturday 24 March, 7:30pm LATCHO DROM France, 1993, Writer-Dir. Tony Gatlif, Music-DocumentaryCulture, 103mins, Little or no conversation in film songs and occasional conversation in French-Romany-Turkish-SlovakRajasthani-Hungarian-Arabic-Spanish, some w/ English subtitles but all with universal appeal, Rated: NR A soulful film that takes the viewer on a journey west, from India to Spain, with stops along the way, to dramatize Roma people or Romany's nomadic culture. This journey takes place over a year's time, from summer through fall and winter to spring. The film focuses on the elemental essentials of this life: water, the wheel, fire, beasts of burden and of sustenance, colorful clothes, jewelry, musical instruments, song, and dance. Throughout, via song and dance, young and old celebrate, embody, and teach the cultural values of family, journey, love, separateness, and persecution. Childrens Film - Sunday 25 March, 4:30pm BAMBI USA, 1942, Dir. James Algar and others w/ Hardie Albright, Stan Alexander and Bobette Audrey, 70 mins, Animation-Drama, English w/English subtitles, Rated: G (<3 years old) The animated story of Bambi, a young deer hailed as the 'Prince of the Forest' at his birth. As Bambi grows, he makes friends with the other animals of the forest, learns the skills needed to survive, and even finds love. One day, however, the hunters come, and Bambi must learn to be as brave as his father if he is to lead the other deer to safety. PANAROMA OF FRENCH CINEMA @ Cin-Club Cin-Club - Sunday 25 March, 8:00pm PIERROT DE FOU (Pierrot Goes Wild) France, 1965, Dir. Jean-Luc Godard w/ Jean-Paul Belmondo , Anna Karina and others, 90 mins, Drama-Crime-Comedy, French w/English Subtitles, Rated: PG This film is sometimes seen as an early and paradigmatic example of postmodernism in film. The film's postmodern elements include its parody but affectionate attitude towards American pop culture, its deliberate mixing of high and low art, its frequent dissection of popular movie conventions, and its use of an offset, collage-like narrative structure.
Rating codes we often use are from Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA): G=General Audiences, PG=Parental guidance suggested, PG-13=Parents strongly cautioned, R=Restricted (equivalent to Indian rating: A i.e. for Adults), NR=Film Not rated, Rating awaited, or Rating not available. For scheduling programs at MMC/CP venue: please email us at mmcauditorium@auroville.org.in to check on availability and arrangements with MMC/CP before you finalize your plans and announcements. Thank you for not bringing food/drinks or wet items or your pets into the auditorium. Please use the hooks at the entrance to the main hall for keeping wet/ personal items and encourage others to do so. We appreciate your continued support. Thanking You, MMC/CP Group Account# 105106, mmcauditorium@auroville.org.in

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Gas Bottle service, Abri: 9 to 1 and 2 to 4 pm. Guest Service, Solar Kitchen 1st floor: 09.30 - 12:45 Mon Sat 14.00 - 17.00 Mon, Tue, Wed, and Fri. Housing Service, Town Hall: Public hours are Monday & Friday 2:30 to 4:30 pm, and Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 9:00 to 11:30 am. No public hours on Wednesday. Integral Health: Prayatna, homeopathy and hypnotherapy, 2623669 Kailash Clinic, Kailash: Call 2622803 for an appointment during morning hours from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm LOE, Lab. Of Evolution, Bharat Nivas, Mon - Sat 9 am 12, Mon Fri, 2.30 to 4.30 pm. Music library, Town Hall: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat from 9 to 12.30 and Tues, Thurs, Sat from 2 to 5:30 pm. Nandini Distribution (NPTD): Tuesday to Saturday. 9.00 am to 12.30 pm/Tuesday & Thursday afternoon 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Closed every first Monday & Tuesday of each month for shopping. Nandini Tailor section (Auroshilpam): Open to public on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday full day. No new order taken last week of the month. Pondy bus (SAIIER) Wed. 9 am from MM Office, and Sat. 8.30 am from Verite. Return from Pondy 12 noon. Route: see under ACT Pondy bus service, evening trip. Residents' Service, Town Hall: Monday to Friday: 9 am to 12. Tuesday and Thursday 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Vehicle Service, Town Hall: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday morning 9 12.30; Sat. morning 10 12. Video library, Town Hall: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat from 10 am to 1 pm and Tues, Thurs, Sat from 3 to 6 pm. Women's Helpline - For women needing assistance after an incident of violence on Auroville roads, please call 262 2425 (mornings) or email avhs@auroville.org.in

Ambulance: PMM no are 0413- 2235012 / 2235013 /2233590. Auroville Library, The library is open for borrowing Monday to

AVSV - Auroville Safety Volunteers - Road Patrols and Escorts 6.00 pm -10.00 pm every night. Phone 262-3123 if you need an escort or assistance. In case of an emergency please call AV Security: 9443090107, 94433-62691. Volunteers needed for patrolling and office, both men and women. Call/e-mail: avsecurity@auroville.org.in / 262-3400 - Contributions to monthly budget - FS a/c 252024 / AV Security team. Day/Night Guard Auroville Cell: 94433 62691, 94430 90107. Dr Kamla Tewari, homeopathy, Wellness Centre, Arka building opp. Surrender: Tuesday, Thursday 9 am to 12. Eco Service, Kottakarai: Jayamurthy - 904 701 5812 / Gillian 9442067481, email: ecoservice@auroville.org.in / Auralice - 989 461 9928 Entry Service, Multimedia Center 1st floor, Town hall Complex:

Saturday from 9:00 to 12:30.The library is still open everyday from 1:30pm to 4:30 pm for reference and reading, not for borrowing. Please note, that from Saturday 24 March, the library will also open late afternoon from 4:00 to 6:30 pm for borrowing.

Financial Service, Town Hall and Aspiration: Mon to Sat, 9 to 12.30 and 3 to 4.30 pm Free Store (NPTD): Monday to Saturday. 9.00 am to 12.30 pm/Tuesday & Thursday afternoon 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Free Store, Tailor section, Kottakarai: Monday to Saturday 9.30 to 12.30 and Wednesday afternoon 2.30 to 4.30.

Monday: 9:00 to 12:00 am, Tuesdays: 2:00 to 4:00 pm, Thursdays: 2:00 to 4:00 pm, Fridays: 9:00 to 12:00 am. B Form filling for newly resident Aurovilians on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.

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Route: Vrit, Town-Hall, Solar Kitchen, Certitude (gate), Kuilapalayam (State Bank), Last School (gate), Repos ECR (opposite Dolphin restaurant), Manakular Vinayagar Street (between the Ashram Dining hall and the General Post Office) Optional stops by signalling driver: Eucalyptus Grove, Abri Corner, New Creation Corner, Corner of ECR and Quiet Roads, Pondy Lotus Hotel. Please Note: In case the ACT bus is not available as per the time table, please be on the lookout for a replacement by Jeep or Van, we will ensure that a white and orange sign is visible on the replacement vehicle. On the ACT bus passengers are asked to carry a valid boarding pass. You may opt not to get it punched every trip, but punch as frequently as you can to contribute towards supporting the service. Travel passes are available from Financial Service (Town Hall & Aspiration) and Guest Service (above the Solar Kitchen). For more information contact ACT (0413) 2622962 or act@auroville.org.in

Morning Trip (daily including Sundays, this service is conditional to MM being open to visitors. Usually not running on rainy days (enquiries: 2622235) 7:45 AM departs from Transport Service near Certitude Corner, opposite to Gas Service. 12:00 Noon departs from Pondy rue St Louis (beach end of J.N. Street) opposite Ashram playground. Route: Transport Service (opposite Gas Service in Certitude Corner you can park your vehicle in Transport Service yard), Pondy Rue St. Louis (beach end of J.N. Street) opposite Ashram playground. For additional stops signal the driver. Afternoon /Evening Trip Mondays: 2:50 PM departs from Vrit (3:00 PM in SK, 3:09 PM Kuilapalayam State Bank) - 6:00 PM departs from Pondy Manakula Vinayagar Street (Ganesh Temple Street) Tuesday to Saturday: 4:30 PM departs from Vrit (4:40 PM in SK, 4:49 PM Kuilapalayam State Bank) 8:30 PM departs from Pondy Manakula Vinayagar Street (Ganesh Temple Street)

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