Indulge in these interesting events in Mumbai this weekend

Chandra Bhattacharjee’s work at Art Alive Gallery

Thursday
Let's get arty

Mumbai Gallery Weekend 2023 kicks off today with art shows opening in over 30 galleries. You will be able to catch the exhibitions even after the four-day event, but make sure to check the gallery calendars for guided walkthroughs and activities open till Sunday.
Till: January 15
At: Art galleries and venues across Mumbai
Log on to: mumbaigalleryweekend.com

Friday
Adopt, don't shop

Cat Cafe Studio is bringing back their Kitten Adoption Camp for kittens looking for forever homes. Spend some time knowing them before you take one home.
Till: January 14
Time: 12 pm to 7 pm
At: Cat CafE Studio, Versova
Log on to: linktr.ee/Catcafestudio

Something to sea

Head to the Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Centre, Airoli for an interactive and immersive experience with marine life.
At: Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary, Sector 10, Airoli
Log on to: mangroves.maharashtra.gov.in
Call: 09987673737 before a visit

Saturday
Groove to the beat

Slip on your dancing shoes away and do the salsa with Sahiba Sawhney. Drop in for a trial class or sign up for eight regular sessions.
Time: 5 pm (beginners) and 6.30 pm (advanced)
At: Kings Studio, Andheri West
Call: 9820068961
Cost: Rs 600 (trial), Rs 4,000 (for eight classes)

Up, up and away

Ring in the traditional celebrations of Makar Sankranti differently this year. The Kai Po Che beach camping event will celebrate the harvest festival with a itinerary of events that include kite flying, kayaking, camping, live band performances and more.
Time: 3.30 pm onwards
At: Moonstone Hammock, Shelu, Karjat
Log on to: moonstonehammock.com
Call: 9321992712
Cost: Rs 3,100 onwards

Sunday
Walk around town

Explore the old-world neighbourhood of Kalbadevi. This walk takes participants on a tour of the locality introducing them to tales of movie theatres, architecture, temples that hid revolutionaries of the freedom struggle, the contribution of the Bania community to the city's development and the famous Kalbadevi chaat to savour on while on the tour.
Time: 9.15 am to 11.15 am
Meeting Point: Kyani and Co., Jagannath Shankar Seth Road, Jer Mahal Estate, Marine Lines
Log on to: @passportandpizza on Instagram
Call: 9969004297 to register

Listen to the masters

Ustad Zia Mohiuddin Dagar

Lose yourself in the notes of the rudra veena played by Bade Ustad Zia Mohiuddin Dagar and Chhote Ustad Zia Fariduddin Dagar Saheb, with Sombala Kumar on vocals.
Time: 9.30 am onwards
At: Bal Vikas Sangh, near Gandhi Maidan, Chembur