RRBCEA

Pune Kabir Festival | 7th and 8th February 2026
2026-02-08 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-02-07 08:00 - 2026-02-08 21:30 UTC | Maharashtra
To register WhatsApp: +91 87671 20470

Decoding Bird Calls: Field Listening & eBird Training
2026-02-07 07:00 - 10:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Can you identify birds just by listening? 🐦👂
Join us for Decoding Bird Calls: Field Listening & eBird Training at RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune.
The program includes a guided bird walk focused on listening to bird calls, followed by a hands-on eBird training session to help you upload your observations and contribute to citizen science.
Facilitator: Siddharth Biniwale
Age group: 10+ years
Fee: ₹150/-
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/Eafw9Crcz9et7MPZA
Note: Entry & parking charges apply separately. The walk focuses on bird calls, not photography. Come with your ears ready!

ARTIST MEET : The Stories of Madhubani Painting!
2025-12-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
🎨ARTIST MEET : The Stories of Madhubani Painting!
Meet Artist Puja Kumari :
~ A 28-Year Journey in Madhubani Art
Join fellow Artists and Art Lovers for a special talk and discussion with Puja Kumari, the self-taught expert originally from Madhubani, Bihar, whose art has reached the global stage!
Her extraordinary journey began, with a simple, mesmerizing glimpse at age 11: “When I was around 11, walking to school, I saw women painting on a porch. The moment I saw the colors—I was completely mesmerized. That was the beginning.”
Now based in Pune, her paintings vividly reflect Mithila culture, village life,festivals and important societal issues.
This is a unique chance to connect with an artist whose work has been showcased at the Princeton University Museum and Syracuse University. You’ll get to discuss her monumental 7×5 ft painting installed at the Indian Consulate in Dubai. She has been honored with the 2021 “Daksh Desaj Rajya Shilp Samman,” and her art has appeared on prestigious platforms like Tata Diary and international museums. Engage in an in-depth session covering the rich themes and techniques of Madhubani art!
🗓️ Date : 28.12.25
⏰ Time : 4pm to 5pm
📍 Venue : RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Registration Link : https://forms.gle/qcFpkgim5A2FbTAN7
📞9699987067
Entry is FREE for everyone!
*Registration is Mandatory.
*The garden entry fee and parking fee must be paid separately at the ticket window near main gate.

Sculptures of Sound ~ A Hindustani Khayal Baithak
2025-12-20 16:30 - 18:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
🍃Sculptures of Sound ~ A Hindustani Khayal Baithak 🍃
A peaceful evening of beautiful Hindustani Classical Music.
Come and experience music that feels as refreshing and pure as nature.
Let the Ragas flow like a gentle stream, sculpting a moment of calm in your day.
Relax and enjoy the pure tradition of Khayal.
Featuring the Artists:
Vocal: Anagha Bhat (disciple of Padmashree Pt. Ulhas Kashalkar)
Tabla: Vinay Mundhe
Harmonium: Ameya Bichu
🗓️Date: Saturday, December 20th
⏰Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
📍Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden
💰Charges: 250/-
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/FJ2GK4oiYi4wpmp27
Witness the magical harmony of voice and instruments!
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#HindustaniClassical #SculpturesOfSound #MusicEvent

All Living Things Environmental Film Festival
2025-12-14 10:30 - 12:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF)
Where nature in reel life meets real conversations about what’s around us!
The Rupa Rahul Bajaj Centre for Environment and Art is thrilled to be hosting a screening of selected films from the renowned All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF) right here at our venue!
Join us on Sunday, December 14th for a showcase of the world’s largest decentralized film festival.
Beyond the screen, you’ll have the chance to:
• Engage in Q&A sessions.
• Connect with fellow art and nature enthusiasts.
• Experience the inspiring festival atmosphere at RRBCEA!
Be part of this global movement! 🎬🌍 It’s the perfect way to spend your Sunday.
🗓️ Date: Sunday, December 14th
⏰ Time: 10:30AM – 12:30PM
📍 Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden
💰 Charges – 150/-
Registration Link – https://forms.gle/RJ4cEerPAzs49QJy7
We can’t wait to see you! Stay tuned to our social media for more updates!
📞9699987067
*Registration is Mandatory.
*The garden entry fee and parking fee must be paid separately at the ticket window near main gate.
#ALTEFF #RRBCEA #SelectedFilms #EnvironmentalCinema #December14 #PuneEvents #FilmFestival #EmpressGarden

Heritage Walk
2025-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Botanical Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Walk through history, and uncover the stories rooted in time! 🌿
Join us on Sunday, 16th November 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, a morning of stories, history, and quiet discovery.
Register now:
https://forms.gle/rszPvepLtDozjS8b7
#heritagewalk #empressbotanicalgarden #rrbcea #pune

A Celebration of Classical Dance: Nrityadhara
2025-11-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
✨A Celebration of Classical Dance: Nrityadhara ✨
💫A special classical dance presentation by young talents on the occasion of Bal Divas.
Join us for Nrityadhara, a vibrant and inspiring showcase featuring the next generation of classical dancers. Witness the dedication and artistry of students presenting three unique styles.
Featuring :
⭐Akanksha Odissi Nrityalaya presenting Odissi .
⭐Nrityamukula Dance Academy presenting Bharatnatyam.
⭐Nadroop Pune presenting Kathak.
Come and encourage these budding stars on the occasion of Children’s Day!!!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/8TXYYTexG88bXzCY9
🗓 Date – 15.11.25
⏰ Time – 4:30pm to 6:00pm
💰Charges – 250/-
📍RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
📞9699987067
*Registration is Mandatory.
*The garden entry fee and parking fee must be paid separately at the ticket window near main gate.

Artful Sunday: Dive into Madhubani Art!
2025-10-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
✨ ​In the lap of nature, let’s celebrate Wildlife Week!
Unleash your creativity and explore the beautiful essence of Madhubani painting with us! This special Artful Sunday session is a perfect way to appreciate the flora and fauna often depicted in this traditional art form. ​
Join artist Puja Jha as you explore and create in two of the most popular Madhubani styles: Kachni and Bharni.
🎨 What to Expect: ​Learn the techniques behind both the delicate Kachni style and the vibrant Bharni style. ​Create your own masterpiece to take home and cherish!
A relaxing, inspiring, and fun atmosphere to explore a traditional Indian art form, often inspired by nature and wildlife. ​
🗓 Date: 12.10.25
⏰Time: 10am to 11:30am
💰Participation Fee: ₹150/-
📍Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/NzL8YBfcKZk9BFBB6
Reserve your spot today!!
🌞Spend your Sunday morning adding a splash of art to your life, celebrating the greenery and biodiversity around us!
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* Registration is mandatory.
* The garden entry fee and parking fee must be paid separately at the ticket window near the main gate.
Regards,
RRBCEA Team

Venuswar: An Evening of Pure Bliss Beneath the Open Sky
2025-10-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
✨ Venuswar : An Evening of Pure Bliss Beneath the Open Sky
~​Presented by RRBCEA in Collaboration with Baithak.
​We invite you to a beautiful evening dedicated to the soulful tones of the flute. Witness the moment where art meets nature, creating magic under the open sky!
​Experience the graceful and melodic artistry of Dhaval Joshi, complemented by the rhythmic artistry of Tukaram Jadhav.
🗓 Date : Saturday, October 11th
⏰ Time : 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
📍 Venue : RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
💰 Charges : ₹250
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/zP4efqqVgkDRYVuG9
​Contact: 📞 9699987067
*Registration is mandatory
*The garden entry fee and parking fee must be paid separately at the ticket window near the main gate.

The Unspoken Challenges of the Creative Life
2025-10-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
An Open Discussion for Artists & Enthusiasts!
The journey of the creator—be it visual, performing, or digital—is often tough, isolated, and financially uncertain.
Join us for an informal, non-judgmental discussion where artists, performers, and art lovers can connect, share perspectives, and understand the real-world struggles of the creative process.
This is a chance to connect and find common ground with others who value the creative hustle.
Everyone is welcome to listen and share!
🗓 Date : 10.10.25
⏰ Time : 3:30pm – 4:30pm
📍 Venue : RRBCEA, Empress Garden, Pune
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/d3FZEmtvcTZVGvUK9
📞 9699987067
Open to all!
● You can park your vehicle in the Empress Garden parking area.
● The entry fee and parking fee for the garden need to be paid separately at the ticket window near the main gate.
Regards,
RRBCEA Team

Jungle Ki Khoj
2025-10-05 10:00 - 12:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
🌿✨ Jungle Ki Khoj ✨🌿
At the Empress Botanical Garden, our little explorers set out on a jungle adventure! 🐾
They’ll read the forest around them, learn how to respond if they come across wild animals, and enjoy creating their own jungle creatures with fun activities. 🐒🦋🌳
5th Oct 2025,Sunday
10am to 12:30pm
Registration link:
https://forms.gle/ewWBLCKVhHP9HxiR9
Fee : 150/-
Age group: 6+ yrs
A day full of fun, learning, and imagination awaits our little explorers! 🌟
🦋
9923306903
www.rrbcea.org

Call For Artists !!!
2025-10-05 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
CALL FOR ARTISTS!!!
Join us as we look for inspired creations and unique perspectives for our exhibition. ​Create an original piece related to our central theme: SOIL .
✨​ Submission Guidelines :
🌸​First, please fill out the Google Form and also attach a high-resolution image of your completed creation to:
https://forms.gle/dkMDxLhSMQKCst8R7
🌸​After we review your submission, we will notify you if your piece has been selected for the exhibition.
🌸​The Canvas is Yours.
​From the ground up, we invite you to build something beautiful.
🌸Whether your medium is paint, mixed media or even materials derived from the earth, we welcome it all.
🌸Eligibility: Artist’s aged 18+
Let your creativity take root and transform your canvas. ​
🖌 Your Art, Your Journey.
✨​Exhibition: If selected, your original painting will be displayed in our exhibition for three months.
✨​Recognition: We will share your work on our social media platforms and tag you to give your art and profile the exposure they deserve.
✨​Return: Your artwork will be safely returned to you after the exhibition concludes.
​Ready to Make Your Mark?
​Step into the spotlight. We can’t wait to see what you create!!!
All materials and supplies are your responsibility
The last date for submission has been extended to 5th October 2025.
​For more information, get in touch:
​Phone: 9699987067
✨​EVENT DETAILS
🗓​ Exhibition Dates: Mid-October to Mid-January
📍​Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Garden
⏰​Timings: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Social Media: Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

The Green Lens
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-25 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Can nature interpretation be your path ahead?
✨Introducing The Green Lens ✨
The Green Lens opens opportunities to build skills and equips you to take that leap into Nature interpretation and education.
A unique 3-month course designed for aspiring nature educators who want to inspire communities, tell nature’s stories, and build a meaningful career in Nature interpretation and education. 🌱
Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Duration: Starting from November to January, Every Saturday, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Age Group: 18+
Course Fee: ₹9,000/-
Last date to apply: 25th October
📖 Download the brochure here to enroll 👉 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HpM2YzQfSjqHBjRGJY-lCggZKreYCCx
Spots are limited…secure yours before 25th October! 🌿
Contact: 9923306903
#TheGreenLens #NatureEducation #RRBCEA #Ecovrat #EnvironmentalLearning #PuneEvents

Echo Printing Workshop
2025-09-28 10:30 - 12:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Join us for an amazing workshop at RRBCEA, Pune where you get to learn about the process of eco printing which involves transferring the colours and textures of plants on fabric.
Join in to make your own custom sustainable nature friendly design.
When: 28th September, Sunday
Where: 10.30 am -12.30pm
Click to know more qnd register:
https://forms.gle/Hxar96EU5MiXCvgU6

Celebrating Big Butterfly Month
2025-09-27 08:30 - 11:30 | Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Botanical Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
This September, RRBCEA is celebrating Big Butterfly Month by transforming curiosity into conservation! 🌿
Join us for “The Winged Wonders Workshop” on Saturday, September 27th, 2025, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am.
Learn about butterfly diversity, family behaviors, host plants, and vital conservation methods from Rajat Joshi and Chintan Bhatt. It’s time to equip ourselves to protect these essential pollinators. Be part of the change!
Registration link: https://forms.gle/PiPwxuT2Vg9zc1oE9
#BigButterflyMonth
#ButterflyWorkshop
#Conservation
#EmpressBotanicalGarden
#LearnAndGrow

The Power of Observation: An Artist Meet-Up
2025-09-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
The Power of Observation: An Artist Meet-Up 👁
​Beyond just looking, artists learn to truly see.
✨​Join fellow creators for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to sharpening our artistic senses. We’ll explore how to capture the richness of the world around us—not just what we see, but also the emotions, sounds, and atmospheres we experience.
​This is an open discussion for all artists, a space to share, learn, and discover how a heightened sense of observation can transform your creative process.
Registration Link – https://forms.gle/mCvGF3LgBeJJ4kuW7
​📅 Date: 19.09.25
​⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
​📍 Location: RRBCEA, Empress Garden
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Open to all!
● You can park your vehicle in the Empress Garden parking area.
● The entry fee and parking fee for the garden need to be paid separately at the ticket window near the main gate.
Regards,
RRBCEA Team

The Walking Mango Tree
2025-09-17 11:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
The Walking Mango Tree and Other Iconic Trees of India with Dr. S. Natesh
Presented by The Word Bookshop in collaboration with RRBCEA.
We’re pleased to invite you to a special talk by renowned botanist, scientist and author S. Natesh, on his acclaimed book, Iconic Trees of India (FICCI Book of the Year 2025.)
Date: Wednesday, 17th September
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Gardens, Pune
Includes an exclusive book signing session with the author*
Register here: https://forms.gle/zrmUNaWrBHRWYJeWA
Pre-book your copy with us on 9370678114.
₹1999 | Special event price: ₹1800
*Kindly note: Only pre-booked/event copies will be signed.
Your support helps bookshops and authors keep conversations with books alive, and free for the community.
Dr S Natesh is a Former Senior Advisor (Scientist-H), Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. His book is a captivating exploration of the country’s heritage trees, their stories and significance through time.
Warmly,
_The Word Bookshop

Zadanchya Manat Jau (झाडांच्या मनात जाऊ)
2025-09-14 00:00 - 23:59 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
🌿 We’re turning 7, and you’re invited! 🎉
Join us for the 8th Foundation Day of Rupa Rahul Bajaj Centre for Environment and Art (RRBCEA). Your presence will make this milestone even more special.
Start the day with our program, “झाडांच्या मनात जाऊ”, in the morning.
We can’t wait to celebrate this special day with you.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/h9mt321Z6wP8Fa2CA
#RRBCEA #8thFoundationDay #CelebrateWithUs #CommunityAndArt

Artful Saturday
2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
🎨✨ ARTFUL SATURDAY ✨🎨
Unleash Your Inner Artist: Mandala Gift Envelopes Workshop!
Join us for a uniquely creative and mindful “Artful Saturday” as we dive into the intricate beauty of Mandala design! Learn to transform simple envelopes into stunning, personalized gift holders that are truly beautiful creations.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing artistic escape or a thoughtful way to present gifts, this workshop is perfect for you!
🌟 Facilitator: Pallavi Murudeshwar
What to Expect:
•Step-by-step guidance on creating beautiful Mandala patterns.
•Techniques for designing and decorating your own unique gift envelopes.
•All materials provided! Just bring your enthusiasm.
•A calm, creative, and supportive environment to de-stress and enjoy the artistic process.
All Skill Levels Welcome!
No prior experience in Mandala art is needed.
Come and discover the joy of creating intricate patterns and leave with your own set of exquisite, handmade Mandala gift envelopes!
Don’t miss this opportunity to add a personal, artistic touch to your gifting!
Sign up now!!!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/NxNNWTe4UzcPMCmA7
🗓Date: Saturday, September 13th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
💰Fees: 150/-
📍 Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Regards,
Team RRBCEA
9699987067

Nature Walk
2025-09-13 07:30 - 09:00 | Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Botanical Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Join us for a refreshing Nature Walk at Empress Botanical Garden
📅 Saturday, 13th September
🕣 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
📍Empress Botanical Garden
Let’s slow down and reconnect with the gentle rhythms of nature.
Register here: https://forms.gle/ysZu6ofgjfnneErs8
Charges: 50/-
Contact: 9923306903

Artist Meet: Favorite Artist And Influences
2025-08-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
✨ Artist Meet: Favourite Artist And Influences
🎤Every artist has a story.
And behind every great story is a list of heroes, mentors and masters who inspired it.
✨Join us for a special Artist Meet where the conversation is all about the art that moves you and the artists who shaped your creative voice. This is your chance to share your inspirations and discover new ones.
🎭We’ll share stories, insights and discoveries in a relaxed and supportive environment. This is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow creators and expand your artistic community!
Registration link – https://forms.gle/mw8ecEaME2bXbZou6
🗓 23.08.25, Saturday
⏰4 pm – 5 pm
📍RRBCEA, Empress Garden
Open to all!
Kindly note : You can park your vehicle in the Empress Garden parking area.
The entry fee and parking fee for the garden need to be paid separately at the ticket window near the main gate.
Regards,
RRBCEA Team

Celebrate Sustainably: Ganpati Idol Making Workshop
2025-08-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
✨ Celebrate Sustainably: Ganpati Idol Making Workshop
RRBCEA, in collaboration with Punaravartan, invites you to a special workshop on creating eco-friendly Ganesh idols from recycled Shaadu Maati — clay collected and cleaned from last year’s Ganesh visarjan.
Punaravartan is a campaign dedicated to reintroducing circularity to Indian rituals and festivals, aiming for a completely zero-waste celebration. Their core mission is to collect Shaadu Maati after visarjan and return it to the artisans and sculptors.
Guided by a skilled facilitator from Multicrafts India, you will learn how to handcraft beautiful, natural idols that dissolve easily and return safely to nature.
🍃 Ganpati Making (Without Colour)
🍃 Age Group: 5+ years
🍃 Small Ganpati (½ kg)
🍃 Fee: ₹300
Let’s honor traditions while protecting the planet!
23rd August 2025
10:00 am – 11:30 am
RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Contact: 9699987067
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/YgvYpEtxbs8JkzQH9
Register now and be part of the change! 🌏✨

The Discovery of Architecture: In Conversation with Narendra Dengle
2025-08-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Presented by The Word Bookshop in collaboration with RRBCEA.
Date: Sunday, 10th August
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Gardens, Pune
Ar. Narendra Dengle is a senior architect, writer, and educator based in Pune, with over five decades of work across India and abroad. His thoughtful practice and teaching span urban and rural contexts, and his writings are deeply rooted in culture, aesthetics, and the spirit of place.
He is the author of several respected books, including the much-loved Architecture of Maharashtra (Vol I & II) and The Discovery of Architecture, which he will speak about in this special talk.
For those who wish to hear from the man himself—on architecture, meaning, and the journey of practice—this is an event not to be missed.
Includes an exclusive book signing with the author.
Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/KZj2Z5GaNdNGFmcu6
Warmly,
The Word Bookshop

Insect and Mushroom Walk
2025-08-09 07:30 - 09:00 | Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Botanical Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Join us for an Insect and Mushroom Walk at Empress Botanical Garden on Saturday, 9th August, from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM 🍄🦋
Explore the tiny wonders of nature with Shreyas Pattanshetty.
Register here: https://forms.gle/wSDTBTxXARgghAAB8
Charges:100/-
Contact: 9923306903

Anubhav: Feel the Nature Within
2025-08-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
Anubhav: Feel the Nature Within
Join us for an exciting workshop that gives your child a wonderful way to explore and express themselves! They’ll connect with their feelings in a fun, creative way and discover how closely nature and our emotions are connected. Feeling that we and nature are not so different after all.
What we’ll do:
🌼Connect with Nature: We’ll explore the beautiful garden and see how being in nature makes us feel.
🌈Express Emotions through Art: By feeling nature, we’ll create art that expresses all sorts of emotions.
🎨Boost Confidence with Games: Through playful theatre games, kids will build confidence and learn about different emotions within us.
This workshop is a wonderful chance for kids to be creative, learn about themselves, and have a joyful time!
Only 20 seats available!
To Register: https://forms.gle/xykvUCPbzTKzHeDc7
📞 9923306903
✨Age: 5-10 years
🗓Date: August 3, 2025
🕰Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Charges: 150/-
📍Location: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune

Conversation of Nature & Instruments
2025-08-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
We invite you to a special morning where you’ll first connect with the beauty around you on a gentle nature walk through the beautiful Empress Garden. This calming experience will prepare you for a special musical journey that follows: a unique concert featuring rich tones of the Sarod and rhythm of the Tabla. Come, be part of this unique experience.
The morning concert where the timeless melodies of the Sarod, one of India’s oldest classical instruments, will harmonize beautifully with the vibrant rhythm of the Tabla.
A conversation—an intimate dialogue between the serene sounds of nature, the rich tones of traditional instruments, and of course you.
🎤Artists:
Sarod: Sri Monit Paul
Tabla: Sri Nilimesh Chakraborty
🎼Come, be a part of this unforgettable experience!
✨Feel the live music vibes!
To Register: https://forms.gle/TmET9Ym69XQxVUVTA
🗓 Date: 2nd August 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💰Charges: 250/-
📍 Location: Rupa Rahul Bajaj Centre, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
📞 Contact: 9923306903

Rhythms of Rain
2025-07-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
✨ “Rhythms of Rain”
A Kathak Dance Presentation by Padanyas Kathak Nritya Sanstha, hosted by RRBCEA!
As the sky opens and the earth breathes, we bring you a celebration of the monsoon through classical dance.
Join us on the last Sunday of July as we narrate the story of rain — its arrival, its joy, its grace — through the rhythmic beauty of Kathak.
💧 Let every footstep echo the falling raindrops,
💫 Let every movement paint the poetry of the clouds…
Experience the grace of Jaipur gharana, the energy of live rhythm, and the emotion rain evokes in every heart.
27th July 2025, Sunday
4pm to 5pm
Registration link:
https://forms.gle/SbDDkK5gnHSiYPFk9
📍 RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden
📞9923306903

Daisy Painting Watercolour Workshop
2025-07-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
This artful sunday is to embrace the flower power.
Join us for a relaxing and creative watercolor workshop where we’ll explore the delicate beauty of a blooming daisy using simple, expressive techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow creatives, and learn new watercolor skills in a supportive environment.
Artist – Prachi Mishra
All skill levels welcome!
What to Expect:
🌼 Step-by-step instruction on how to paint a daisy flower using watercolors
🖌 Tips on blending, layering, and achieving soft floral textures
🎨 All materials provided (or bring your own favorites!)
🧘 A calm, creative space to de-stress and enjoy the painting process
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with your own lovely daisy-themed watercolor painting and the inspiration to keep creating.
Calling all the nature lovers for an immersive experience to create a stunning water colour painting of a pink daisy.
Limited spots available – Reserve yours today!
https://forms.gle/288aQD48PTMvWeQ97
27th July 2025, Sunday
10am to 12pm
Venue: RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Fees: 150/-
Regards,
Team RRBCEA
9923306903

Water Through Dance
2025-07-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Rupa Rahul Bajaj Center for Environment and Art, Empress Botanical Garden, Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi,, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001, India
This water themed talk show by a renowned dancer and environment enthusiast, Sayali Patwardhan will be conducted at RRBCEA, as a part of our themed water exhibition. This interactive talk show is going to include Sayali’s creative practice, interaction and experiences with water, followed by a 15 minutes Q&A session.
The parking and entry fees are to be paid for.
Date: 26th July 2025
Time: 11am-12pm.
RRBCEA, Empress Botanical Garden, Pune
Location: https://g.co/kgs/QGTbN7
Registration link : https://forms.gle/YvqvGJzuRnBqR2T98
Best regards
RRBCEA
