Chai, Beats and Treats: Fundraising Event
Join us for an afternoon of food, music, dance, art, and community, all in support of Keoratala Basanabala Girls High School in rural West Bengal, India. Enjoy delicious deshi treats, live entertainment, dance workshops, and a special art auction.
Time & Location
30 Aug 2026, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Queen Victoria Women's Centre, 210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
About the event
Join us for a magical afternoon of food, connection, music, dance and art - all to raise funds for an amazing initiative in rural West Bengal, India - Keoratala Basanabala Girls High School. This school provides free education to girls in the rural area of Sundarbon - catering to families unable to provide schooling due to economic and geographical reasons. This school is very close to our heart and we look forward to sharing the insights and inspiration we gained from visiting the school and the students and staff earlier this year.
This event is a perfect chance to make connections, indulge in some delicious food and enjoy an afternoon of beats and treats including:
Delicious chai from Original Chai Co.
A specially curated Indian high tea by Kanika's Kitchen - with a complimentary glass of prosecco
Live tabla beats by Keshav
Afrobeats x Bengali/Bollywood Dancing featuring Dagogo, Samantha and Piyali
Afrobeats workshop with Dagogo
Art exhibition by professional local artists Itta, Tasmina and Kika (which will be auctioned!)
Display of art by the students of Basanabala Girls School
An amazing DJ spinning all your favourite tunes
.... and much, much more!
Grab your friends and family and come join us in a community of change - an inspirational and fun afternoon!
Net proceeds from this event will go directly to Keoratala Basanabala Girls School.
Please note - as the school is still in the process of applying for Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) registry at this stage ticket donation is not tax-deductable.
This painting by Tasmina K Majles is available for auction to support the cause. To inquire about the piece and the auction information, please contact kahiniproductions@gmail.com
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