It's not easy being a kid these days, what with so many responsibilities -- homework, TV, pesky adults to deal with and whatnot. No wonder then that Children's Day is the best time for them to let their hair down and have a blast. Soma Das scouted around town to get Mumbai's bachchas to take it easy
It's not easy being a kid these days, what with so many responsibilitiesu00a0-- homework, TV, pesky adults to deal with and whatnot. No wonder then that Children's Day is the best time for them to let their hair down and have a blast. Soma Das scouted around town to get Mumbai's bachchas to take it easy
FOOD, FUN AND FROLIC AT BRUNCH TIME
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Sun-n-Sand's Sunday Brunch buffet includes main courses set up at the Kabab Hut area with live counters, salads served in the Sunset Room and desserts in the Aqua Spirit Lounge Bar. A special Kids Zone has been created where children will get to do pot painting, sand art and handkerchief painting. A tattoo artist and hair braiding artist will also keep children entertained while parents unwind.
From 12.30 pm to 3 pm
At Sun-n-Sand Hotel, 39, Juhu Beach.
Call 66938888
Cost Rs 1,400 (plus taxes) per person
SHOW YOU CARE FOR KIDS
Walkathon 2010 is an opportunity for the general public to help spread awareness about Childline 1098 and child rights and protection. The route will start from the Police Gymkhana and end at NCPA (Queen's Necklace, South Mumbai). Categories include distance run, couple walk, family walk, senior citizen walk and individual walk.
On November 14, 7 am
At Police Gymkhana, Marine Drive.
STAY FIT AND HEALTHY
This camp will please parents! If your child suffers from recurrent bouts of cough, cold, fever, allergies or poor appetite, take them to this free pediatric camp by Ayushakti Ayurved Health Centre. The camp will help teenagers with health issues including obesity, acne, dark spots and hair fall.
On November 14, 10 am to 8 pm
At Ayushakti centres at Malad, Vile Parle and Thane.
Call 28065757
PAINT THE CITY GREEN
Titan Watches' kids' brand Zoop has organised a painting competition. The theme is Green City. Children aged 6 to 12 years can participate and showcase their ideas on creating an eco-friendly city. Participants will get a certificate from Titan and winners go home with Titan Zoop watches.
Till November 26
Kids can register at World of Titan showrooms at Khar, Bandra, Dadar, Thane, Malad, Vashi and Andheri.
Call 26461620 / 66714800
INDULGE IN THIS KIDDIE FEAST
Renaissance Hotel will host a Little Master Chef event for kids and a traditional Christmas Cake Mixing activity for adults. Kids can indulge in activities like dough mixing, cookie decoration, egg hunt, face painting and puzzles, while parents can mix varieties of nuts, dried fruits and aromatic Indian spices in the Christmas cake mix. There will be a specially designed kids' menu as well, which will include chocolate doughnuts, ice creams, hot dogs, pizzas and burgers.
On November 14, 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm
At Renaissance Hotel, Chinmayananda Ashram, Powai.u00a0u00a0
Call 66927567
Paddle Pop Gaming League COMES TO TOWN!
Children's Day marks the national final ufffd of the gaming championship for children. Watch the top 20 finalists battle it out to win the tournament. Winning participants and teams will win the title of National Winners for PPGL 2010 and will receive Sony PSPs, iPod Shuffles and gaming consoles.
On November 14, 5.30 pm onwardsu00a0
At Imax Big Cinemas, Wadala.
Play it cool at the kiddie tattoo nook
Let kids sport funky tattoos or get funny caricatures sketched by artists at HyperCITY. They can also get trendy hair makeovers done by hair stylists. Parents can consult the child nutritionist who will provide free consultations.
On November 14, 5 pm to 9 pm
At HyperCITY outlets in Thane, Malad and Vashi.
Call 25987777 / 40078418
DO NOT DISTURB: KIDS AT PLAY
Crossword bookstore will make Children's Day extra-special by hosting eight activities for kids across their eight branches. At Kemps Corner, kids will be regaled with stories of Chacha Nehru and learn to make a rose and cap (11.30 am to 2.30 pm), while the Juhu outlet will teach children doodle painting and fish-making through origami (11.30 am to 12.30 pm). At the Malad store, children can learn about great leaders and make posters (12 pm to 1 pm).
On November 14
At All Crossword outlets.
Call 66272103
Watch Snow White and the naughty elves
Indigo Kids is presenting a 50-minute playu00a0-- Snow White and The Naughty Elves, a comical musical fairy tale for the entire family. Laugh at the elves' antics, share in the innocence of first love as Snow White finds her Prince, and watch as the wicked witch meets her fate.
On November 14, 4.30 pm onwards
At YB Chavan, Sachivalaya.
Cost Tickets available at Rhythm House for Rs 350 and Rs 250.
SMILE BACK AT YOUR FOOD
Lotus Caf ufffd will host a special brunch for kids from 12.30 pm to 4 pm. A special banquet table with kids' favourites like Smileys, Fish fingers, Penne in cheese sauce, Vegetable Wok Noodles and desserts like Vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce and choco chips and Candy Floss will cater to small appetites. There will be art and yoga workshops as well.
On November 14
At Lotus Caf ufffd, JW Marriott, Juhu.
Call 66933344/ 45
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