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PhotographyGadgetry in today’sworld is anindispensable partof life. It was with this viewin mind alongwith the keeninterest of children in gadgets,that Dr Manu Mehta heldthis information session. Sheexplained the intricacies ofDigital Photography using apower point presentation. Sheexhibited several photographsto the children explaining thetechnical details of each, andhow to arrive at perfection.The children were allowed toclick some good photographsusing the techniquesthey hadlearned. Amazing resultscame forth as Dr Manu Mehtademonstrated the transferredphotos onto the laptop todisplay them on a big screen.She suggested some correctivetechniques for perfection infuture.Our little amateurphotographers walked outof the Utsav Hall holdingcameras in their handsconfidently and ready to takecandid shots of their familyand friends.public speaking session wasThe Tapestry of Leadership Aconducted by distinguishedtoastmasters Mr Lakhi Sawlani and MrsMalaa Sawlani on 5th July.The Tapestry of Leadershipwas conducted by MsSharon Monterio, who is amotivational speaker, coach andan author.Sharon gave a power pointpresentation explaining thebasic tenets of Leadership. Sheheld an interactive session withthe children while introducingthe concept. This concept wasfurther enhanced with teamworkexercises which included TheQuiz and Group discussions.Later the facilitators of thesession which consisted of DrManu Mehta, Ms Malaa, MsAlison and Ms Pansy conductedvarious group games followed byjokes and riddles session by thechildren.The Etiquette of DiningYour manners definewho you are. Yourtable manners area reflection of how youpresent yourself. MrPrakash Ivaturi explained asimple place setting, how tosit on a chair with graceandso on. Basic guidelines tofollow regarding the use ofsilverware i.e. fork, knives,spoons and glasses werealso elaborated. The diningDo’s and Don’ts werehumorously explained.He also taught thechildren how to eat withchopsticks. Food wasserved and Mr Prakashwent around teaching kidsthe correct dining skills.The KREATIVE KAMP 4 KidsLakhi has been in the field of publicspeaking and leadership building forthe last 15 years. He is an acclaimedhumorous speaker and a mentor andconducts training sessions in customerservice excellence.The children were introduced to thebasics of communication which, is thekey to success in today’s world. Afterbeing equipped with the techniques ofPublic speaking the children eagerlyaccepted the challenge of participatingin the prepared speeches and improptuspeeches.Gifts were generously given to childrento overcome any inhibitions which theyinitially had and to encourage them tocome to the dias and address an audienceof 26 listeners.Finally, Mr lakhi distributed certificatesto the children.IndiaClub 07