Mumbai Icons - Mario de Miranda

 Mumbai Icons: A Celebration of their Lives 🏛️

Last week, we came together to remember the incredible Mario de Miranda (1926–2011) — the cartoonist, illustrator and painter whose lively drawings captured the very soul of Mumbai.

Curated by Fiona Fernandez, the evening featured a warm and insightful conversation with panelists Farzana Contractor and Rahul da Cunha, as they shared stories, memories and reflections on Mario's extraordinary body of work.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special tribute! 🙌

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Mumbai Icons - Remembering Nissim Ezekiel

 Remembering Nissim Ezekiel (1924–2004) - poet, playwright, and one of the founding voices of modern Indian English poetry. ✨

Our "Mumbai Icons" series brought together curator Fiona Fernandez and panelists Urna Bose and Mustansir Dalvi for a warm evening of readings and reflection, along with moving video reminiscences from his daughter Kavita Ezekiel Mendonca and editor Vinita Agrawal, creators of the centennial volume Nissim Ezekiel: Poet & Father.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Discovery of India Building for an evening that celebrated a life devoted to words. 🕊️📖

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Where stories meet nature, culture finds a voice.

 Join eminent author Katie Bagli as she takes us through the fascinating world of culture and conservation, inspired by her books Story of the Aravallis for Young Readers and Gods, Greens & Gripping Tales.

Discover how stories can deepen our understanding of the natural world and inspire us to protect it.

📅 12 September 2026
⏰ 10:30 A.M.
📍 Who Are We Hall, 1st Floor, Discovery of India Building, Nehru Centre

📩 Registration mandatory:
nehrucentrelibrary@gmail.com

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Book Talk: Bheja Fry - 11 September 2026 @ 4:30 p.m.

A brain. A surgeon. A book full of stories. 🧠📖

What lies beyond the diagnosis? Find the answers at the Nehru Centre Library.

Join Dr. Mazda Turel, neurosurgeon and author of Bheja Fry, as he shares fascinating stories from his years of encounters with patients — filled with insight, resilience, humanity and quiet humour.

📚 Book Talk: Bheja Fry
📅 11 September 2026
☕ Tea: 4:00 p.m.
🎙️ Talk: 4:30 p.m.
📍 Who Are We Hall, 1st Floor, Discovery of India Building, Nehru Centre, Worli

Registration Mandatory:
📧 nehrucentrelibrary@gmail.com

Come listen to the stories behind the book.

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Mumbai Icons: Mario de Miranda - Sept 4, 2026

 Mumbai Icons: A Celebration of Their Lives | Mario de Miranda

Celebrating the life and legacy of Mario de Miranda (1926–2011) — the beloved cartoonist, illustrator and painter whose witty, lively drawings captured the spirit of everyday life in India.

From his instantly recognisable illustrations to his remarkable contribution to Indian art, Mario de Miranda remains an enduring icon whose work continues to bring a smile to generations.

Join us for an engaging conversation celebrating his life, work and artistic legacy.

🎙️ Curated by: Fiona Fernandez

💬 Panelists: Farzana Contractor & Rahul da Cunha

📅 4 September 2026

⏰ 4:30 P.M.

📍 Who Are We Hall, 1st Floor, Discovery of India Building, Nehru Centre

Registration mandatory:

nehrucentrelibrary@gmail.com

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Mumbai Icons: Nissim Ezekiel - Sept 3, 2026

Mumbai Icons: A Celebration of Their Lives | Nissim Ezekiel

A poet who gave Mumbai a distinctive voice.
A playwright whose words continue to resonate.
A literary icon whose work became an enduring part of Indian literature.

Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Nissim Ezekiel (1924–2004)—one of India’s most influential poets and playwrights.

📖 Mumbai Icons: A Celebration of Their Lives
🎙️ Curated by Fiona Fernandez
💬 With panelists Urna Bose and Mustansir Dalvi

📅 3 September 2026
⏰ 4:30 P.M.
📍 Who Are We Hall, 1st Floor, Discovery of India Building, Nehru Centre

Registration mandatory:
nehrucentrelibrary@gmail.com

Come celebrate the words, works and legacy of a literary voice that shaped modern Indian poetry.

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Happy Librarians Day!

A library is more than shelves filled with books-it’s a space where curiosity grows, stories come alive, and knowledge finds its way to the right reader.

And behind it all are librarians, making every visit, every question and every discovery a little more meaningful.

Celebrating the people who bring libraries to life. Happy Librarians Day!

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