The opportunities to learn, to grow, an to discuss are tremendous this week. Musicians, scientists, Bollywood stars, social workers - everyone gets to say their piece.
Snack like a king, shop like a bride's mother, and play like there is no tomorrow; 'coz who know what the Mayans might predict next? Also, watch out for those cheating spouses. Apparently, people are most likely to start affairs on the 7th of Jan.
There's never a bad time to shop, but now is a really good time for a shopaholic to be in Hyderabad. Calligraphic posters, handlooms, designerwear, pencils with Mickey Mouse caps - you're in for some mind boggling spendaholic fun.
As you get bombarded with with horror stories of child abuse, head to Books n More to teach your child to differentiaite between a "good" touch and a "bad" touch. You can also watch plays and movie screenings, shop, check out art exhibitions.
Discuss the vagaries of the masculine mind. Walk at midnight to "Make Hyderabad Safe". Or listen to sounds from England. Not you cuppatea? You're sure to find something more to your taste.
Partying this weekend might not be anywhere near as frantic as it was in the pre-New Year days, but you can always find comfort and, with the right company, excitement, in the familiar.
Today, art finds an expression through medieval Bengali beauties, bulls, and even your neighbourhood chai wallah. Looking for something more pedantic? Not to worry, Hyderabad won't disappoint.
Reclaim mid-nights for yourself over a mid-night march at Necklace Road; or celebrate the beauty of Hyderabad's cultural hodge-podge. Either way, this will be a weekend well-spent.
It's a numaish of color at the Exhibition Grounds, Kalakriti, IconArt Gallery and several other places. If you like your visual highs delivered through more austere means, Salar Jung museum is your destination.
Hear ye, culture buffs of Hyderabad! Dances, art shows, workshops aplenty are bound to keep you busy. If 'ye' can't hear, head to Care Hospital for a free checkup.
The year begins on a rather sober note. The visual arts, a silk expo, and a flute recital soothe spirits harried by the events of the past few weeks. For under 10 years of age, though, there's something to look forward to.
And that is how the year bows out. If partying out is on your agenda tonight, then ring in the New Year with any of these bashes designed to say goodbye to the old and to your err... wallet.