11th July 2020: Installation, First GBM & Haldi Coffee Painting Workshop

This pandemic has made us strive to do things differently, whether it is socializing or working. This year the Inner Wheel Club of Bombay Bayview also had to do things a little bit uniquely including its installation.

Our installation wasn't regular for obvious reasons, but nor was it over zoom. We decided to do it in a way that was fun, exciting and would leave a permanent mark. Following the theme of the most watched show during this lockdown,we created 'Bayview Heist' a video where Team 2020-2021 is introduced.

Not only was it super fun to execute, but also a unique experience to watch unfold. My journey in Inner Wheel with my past presidents and my experiences of 10 years was showcased in a video which was released when the Inner Wheel year began 1st July. To keep our members informed we also created a powerpoint document which highlighted our projects for the year and very encouraging messages from my IPP Ritu Kabra, District Chairman Amala Mehta and very own Rotary President Smita Parekh.

For our first GBM we held a coffee and turmeric painting workshop over zoom which required minimal resources but was extremely liberating and an amazing de-stressor. Those members who had not painted since their school years now had a chance to tap into their creative self and unwind for a little while.

25th to 27th July 2020: Art Journey Fellowship

Inspite of lockdown restrictions we had a very good attendance for our virtual Zoom meetings.

Our virtual fellowships have been so invigorating and liberating. This month was about ART and CREATIVITY. So essential for us women, as we tend to forget our creative side. By tapping our creativity the workshops gave us some time to reflect and relax.

Colours brought smiles to our faces. Thanks to our host Mallika Maroo for leading this amazing Art Journey workshop. All the members who attended were lost in their imagination. She made each one learn water color techniques and then apply it on stories to create one of our own. It brought out a lot of emotions and nice surprises.

8th August 2020: Second GBM & Closet Fix Workshop

We only put on clothes because of how we feel, or how we think it will make us feel. The secret to personal style is asking how I want to feel today. We had a very interesting workshop CLOSET FIX, conducted by these women entrepreneurs. They told us how we should style ourselves depending on the body type we are, what kind of colours suit us from the colour palette and how should we accessorize ourselves. It was very unique concept and knowing that fashion trends and personal style is not the same thing. Our chief guest District Chairman Amala Mehta also enjoyed as she is very passionate about fashion and clothes.

We also had prizes for the best dressed person. Those who attend from the District were IPDC and AC member Dr Devangi Vakharia, our very own District Secretary Mita Sheth, District Treasurer Pallavi Choksi, Extension service organiser and PDC Mridula Dand, District ISO Prerna Raichur and District editor Lakshmi Singh. Zonal Coordinator Ishita was also present amongst zone 1 presidents and secretaries. Our members really enjoyed this different concept of style and fashion.

We had a quiz at the end and the members and guests won many prizes. Those who won were members Tia, Vinita, Dipa, Kanan, Rituu Jhaveri, Sonia, Mita. Best dressed were District Chairman Amala Mehta and District Treasurer Pallavi Choksi.

We also inaugurated the eroster in the presence of District Chairman Amala Mehta. The E roster was vibrant and colourful. It was designed and created by our member Vinita Maroo's daughter Mallika. It was a fun Saturday evening spent virtually and we had a nice audience for it.

12th September 2020: Third GBM & Cooking Fellowship

Payal Nangalia always had a passion for cooking right from childhood. However it turned into a professional career with her being nominated in kitchen champion show on colours TV. Thereafter she was appreciated by chef Ajay Chopra by having a signature dish to her name at their outlet. She virtually transported us to Korea to enjoy all the amazing flavors & spices. The demo was so informative with her suggesting options to improve our cooking skills, which we all need at this time. The dishes were plated beautifully too. Definitely worth a try.

2nd October 2020: Fourth GBM & Organ Donation Awareness

OUr 4th GBM was held virtually, as most events are this year, along with the well received talk on organ donation by Jaya Jairam and our very own skit on the same topic.

This dance skit video on Organ Donation Awareness was directed, conceptualised and choreographed by Urvi Vora, and is available on both our YouTube and Facebook channels.

5th October 2020: ISO Event - Virtual Fellowship

We had an amazing Zoom webinar workshop as an ISO event. Those who attended the Festive Home Decor session by Shalini Beriwal have nothing but praises for the webinar. More then 30 ISOs from Dist 314 attended this event.

ISO link club members were also invited to attend the session. 15 ISOs from different districts were also present.

Inner Wheel Club of Bombay Bayview and IWC BOmbay West hosted this ISO event. Our club members were also present at the webinar & they too thoroughly enjoyed watching innovative ways of decorating their houses in the festive season.

IWC of Bombay Bayview and IWC of Bombay West, together co-hosted an ISO webinar on Festive Home Decor by Shalini Beriwal on 5th October on a Zoom meeting.

IWCBB members, ISO's of Dist 314 & ISO Link Club were invited to attend this webinar. Dist ISO Prerna Raichur also attended this webinar and had pleasant things to say & loved it.

17 ISOs from ISO link Club & 36 ISOs from Dist 314 logged in to be part of the webinar & all were very appreciative of the meet.

30th October 2020: Joint Fellowship with Rotary Bayview

Our Annual Joint Fellowship with our Rotary Club was a complete hit! Wine meets Whisky that was a perfect combination with a carefully curated hamper made by our Rotarian Harsh Shodhan and delivered to our members.

The cocktail and mocktail masterclass brought back culniary skills of our members. To add to the spice of the evening we had a performance by Preveen Pandita, One of the best in his field, elite class humour and unbelievable Magic.

Special Thanks to Rotary President Smita, Rtn Jitin & his club admin team and Meghna for a flawless execution of the entire evening. Cheers!!!

26th November 2020: ISO Flag Exchange

Flag exchange between our club ISO Anuja Shah and ISO of District 313 IWC of Akluj.

9th December 2020: Brain Gym Fellowship

We held a virtual Brain Gym, conducted by Jyoti Gandhi who was the keynote speaker of the workshop as well.

This online fellowship was hosted by our PP and District Secretary Mita Sheth. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all our members, their parents and friends. We learned a lot about mentally stimulating exercises which will make us physically and mentally fit. We had 88 logins for this event.

22nd December 2020: Puppet Competition for District Clubs

Our club hosted a puppet competition for District 314 clubs. The best entries had to send a video with handmade puppet and a song around it.

The list of winners is as under:

• Sonali Bijur - Thane Hills - 1st prize
• Anuja Kulkarni - Thane Hills- 2nd prize
• Swapna Hembram - Mumbai Green City - 3rd Prize
• Nishrin Shums Bombay Pier - Consolation Prize
• Rachna Trivedi - Sunrise Navi Mumbai - Consolation Prize

21st January 2021: ECM with OCV, Four Seasons

We had our in-person ECM with OCV. District Chairman Amala Mehta was very happy with our files and our projects as it covered all the required areas in spite of the pandemic. We had the GBM on Zoom.

29th January 2021: In-person Fellowship

We had our first in-person fellowship with all members at the Al Fresco open-air terrace at The Land's End Hotel. We had good food, accompanied by wine and lots of laughter, with an exciting game of Bingo too.

13th February 2021: GBM and Valentine's Day Fellowship

We celebrated Valentine's day by playing team games along with a tea party at Taj President. 38 members who were present won a lot of gifts and good memories to take back home.

11th April 2021: Canva Workshop

Canva workshop on zoom for members by member Poonam Mashru. Thanks to Poonam we all can now make creatives!

19th May 2021: 9th GBM & Pajama Party

9th GBM & Pajama Party on zoom for members with games and snack boxes. Everyone had a super time playing the innovative zoom games.

26th May 2021: Joint Fellowship

Co-hosted jointly with 32 clubs - a motivational talk by PDC Smita Batra.

12th June 2021: 4th ECM

We had our 4th ECM meeting on Zoom. Everyone wore their Bayview Heist T-shirt and had teatime snacks which was sent to the board.

19th June 2021: 10th GBM & 10th AGM

We closed our year with a bang - a fun fellowship with an open mic & cheese platter from Taj. The open mic was hosted by CP Archana and Sarita. Twas a memorable evening!!

20th June 2021: Shukriya

Shukriya informal tea get together was hosted by District Chairman Amala Mehta at Taj President. The presidents and district dignitaries were present. All zones performed a small farewell performance.

Zone 1 presidents did a dance. It was indeed an amazing way to end the year!!