Events in Coimbatore from January 12 to 18

High gear
January 12 | Chettipalayam
The open track session by Apex Race Academy aims at promoting motorsports among young racing amateurs. Conducted at Kari Motor Speedway, the Level 1 of the session will include understanding and learning riding techniques and improving track time. From 7 am onwards. On January 12 to 14. Details: 90719-84444
 

Sing it out
January 13 | Peelamedu
The sixth edition of the Karaoke nights by @641 promises to be a night of music and fun. A Pongal special, the musical evening will be an anthaksari event. Open to all, the event offers limited seating. Rs 100. Details: 95006-41043

Weave through
January 14 | Avinashi Road
New-Delhi based designer Pradeep Pillai who works closely with weavers from Chanderi and other artisan clusters will be bringing a range of tussars, silk cotton and silk saris to the city as part of a pop-up at Kanakavalli. A revivalist, known for adding his own spin to traditional weaving techniques look out for his signature handwoven Chanderi saris with asymmetrical bhutis. On until January 14. From 10 am to 8 pm. Details: 9791018484

For the record
January 15 | Nava India
Witness a Guinness World Record in the making at the Hindustan College Grounds. Attempting to unveil the largest business autobiography magazine and daily calendar, both measuring 12x8 feet, and showcasing a 101-hour non-stop traditional Tamil Nadu tableau, participants will seek to set a new world record. January 13 to 17. Open to all. Details: 84383-63628
 

Craft central
January 16 | Avinashi Road
The Craft Caravan organised by Vama Gifts will teach participants to create decoupage boxes, scrapbooks, satin flowers among others. The one-day workshop will be lead by Mumbai-based arts and crafts specialist Reena Dhairyawan. At Grand Regent. 10 am onwards. Details: 98940-40571

Learner’s spark
January 17 | New Siddhapudur
An introductory session on science, the Science Foundation workshop conducted by Aatrral Academy attempts to teach children to basic scientific process and principles. The two-day session will include understanding the principles of Newton’s Laws, electricity, magnetism, light, sound, heat and atomic structure. Open to  kids above the age of 12. On January 17 and 18. Details: aatrral.com

On the ball
January 18 | NGGO Colony
The Department of Physical Education and Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College Alumni Association is hosting a four-day Alumni Trophy. The categories for the sports include hockey, ball badminton, handball and volleyball. From January 18 to 21. Details: 9688794084