<p>As part of their hectic schedule of events that involve fund-raising and supporting local charities, the Overseas Women's Club celebrated their India Night with warmth and gaiety. <br /><br />In keeping with the spirit of the evening, Indian flavours were reflected in the food, the beverages and most of all the beautiful outfits that each member took care to co-ordinate and wear. <br /><br />From gorgeous shimmering sarees matched with dazzling jewellery, to bejewelled turbans and richly brocaded sherwanis, both the men and women outdid each other in a celebration of Indian traditional styles and fashion.<br /><br />Cocktails were flavoured with spices like pepper, cinnamon and jeera; fresh tender coconut water did the rounds and a mehendi artist added tattoo to those who were adventurous enough to try out some temporary body art. ‘Do good to others and have a good time yourself’ was the motto of the evening as raffle tickets and a silent auction were also conducted as part of the fund-raising activities. <br /><br />“These events are a perfect way to share a good time with families and friends while doing our bit to support the 22 local charities we help in Bangalore which cover a range of services from destitute and terminally ill patients to the elderly and mentally handicapped. We are also currently busy co-ordinating our Christmas bazaar which is a great fundraiser each year and very well patronised by Bangaloreans,” said Mona Patel, one of the organisers. <br /><br />“We are not just about fund-raising activities, many of our members volunteer their time and services towards helping these charities. We feel humbled and very rewarded by our efforts,” she added.<br /><br />There was also a performance by the dance troupe Attakallari which was very well-received by the audience present.<br /></p>
<p>As part of their hectic schedule of events that involve fund-raising and supporting local charities, the Overseas Women's Club celebrated their India Night with warmth and gaiety. <br /><br />In keeping with the spirit of the evening, Indian flavours were reflected in the food, the beverages and most of all the beautiful outfits that each member took care to co-ordinate and wear. <br /><br />From gorgeous shimmering sarees matched with dazzling jewellery, to bejewelled turbans and richly brocaded sherwanis, both the men and women outdid each other in a celebration of Indian traditional styles and fashion.<br /><br />Cocktails were flavoured with spices like pepper, cinnamon and jeera; fresh tender coconut water did the rounds and a mehendi artist added tattoo to those who were adventurous enough to try out some temporary body art. ‘Do good to others and have a good time yourself’ was the motto of the evening as raffle tickets and a silent auction were also conducted as part of the fund-raising activities. <br /><br />“These events are a perfect way to share a good time with families and friends while doing our bit to support the 22 local charities we help in Bangalore which cover a range of services from destitute and terminally ill patients to the elderly and mentally handicapped. We are also currently busy co-ordinating our Christmas bazaar which is a great fundraiser each year and very well patronised by Bangaloreans,” said Mona Patel, one of the organisers. <br /><br />“We are not just about fund-raising activities, many of our members volunteer their time and services towards helping these charities. We feel humbled and very rewarded by our efforts,” she added.<br /><br />There was also a performance by the dance troupe Attakallari which was very well-received by the audience present.<br /></p>
