Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendr, Porvorim, in joint collaboration with St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, will conduct a beginner’s Konkani course in Roman script from July 13 to August 10, from 2.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Konknni Kendr premises. Details: 2415864.

Poet Rochelle D’silva is organising a poetry appreciation and writing workshop on August 5 and 6 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Carpe Diem Art and Learning Centre, Majorda. Fees: Rs. 1,800. Details: 2996696.

Celebrate the unbreakable spirit of friendship at the extraordinary Friendship Day celebration at Waterfront Terrace and Bar on August 6 from 12.30 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. Details: 7387436334 / 7030040392.

Enjoy international cuisine and unlimited beverage on the occasion of Friendship Day on August 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Comida, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa, Panaji. Rates for an adult is 1500+ tax, alcoholic brunch is 2250+ tax, and kids brunch is 750+ tax. Details: 9607975316 / 2491900.

GTDC’s monsoon trekking expedition to Wazir Falls will be conducted on August 6. Reporting time at Paryatan Bhavan, Panaji, is 6.50 a.m. Transport will leave from Mapusa Residency at 6.30 am and from Margao Residency at 7.45 a.m. The charge per head is Rs 1200/- per head which is inclusive of lunch, transport and guiding. Details: 9422057704 / 8379022215. (Picture Credit: GTDC)

Fundacao Oriente is all set to organise the 25th edition of ‘Vem Cantar’, a solo and duet Portuguese singing competition. Last day of submitting forms and videos is August 31. Details: vemcantar2023@gmail.com / 2230728.

Discover your artistic side at a paint-and-sip event on August 12 at Bay 15, Dona Paula. Get individual tickets at Rs. 1,600 and couple tickets at Rs. 3, 000. Limited seats. Details: 9765839991.

A street play will be performed by school children on ‘Public toilet awareness’ on August 12, 9 a.m. opposite Mormugao Municipal Council.

The Rotary Club of Dona Paula, in collaboration with Caculo Mall, is organising a pop-up flea market themed ‘Save the Loom Initiative’ to showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of weavers and artisans on August 12, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Caculo Mall, Panaji. Details: 9423431339 / 8007770063.

Experience the celebration of culture, music, and Goan cuisine, every Saturday, 7.30 p.m. at Amche Goem at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort, Cavelossim. Indulge in the magic of authentic Goan cuisine, prepared with love and unique masala blends by the talented women of Fatorda. Savour the taste of home-style food, IMFL beverages, live music and much more. Details: 7720032756.

YUVA and Rotary Club of Dona Paula are organising Freedom Run 2023 from the indoor stadium, Campal, to Science Centre and back on August 13 from 7.30 a.m. onwards. Details: 8668582732/ 9545622528 / 9420595013.

Fundacao Oriente Panaji is organising the 7th Fundação Oriente Short Story Competition. In this regard, the organisation will organise a creative writing workshop between June 23 and 25. Entries for the competition 2023 will be accepted between August 15 and 30. The shortlisted stories will be announced on November 30 and the winners will be declared at a function to be held on December 8. The winning and shortlisted stories will be translated into English and published in the anthology ‘Short Stories from Goa’ in 2024. Regulations and registration forms are available on request by email to fossc2023@gmail.com. Details: 2230728.