Anchor of Culture,
Connection & Collaboration
Heartbeat of Calicut’s Cultural & Creative Spirit
Chavara Cultural Centre, Calicut stands as a vibrant beacon of art, dialogue, and community in the heart of Kozhikode, the storied ‘Harbour of Truth’. Established by the CMI Congregation’s St. Thomas Province in the late 1990s, the Centre embodies the vision of St. Chavara, whose teachings emphasised love, compassion, and societal harmony. Conceived as a neutral, non-sectarian space, it fosters dialogue, nurtures creativity, and promotes education, culture, and social engagement across all sections of society.
Chavara Public Library
A vibrant space promoting reading, learning, and creativity for all ages.
Amala Matrimony
A trusted platform helping families find meaningful, faith-based matrimonial matches.
Chavara Kalakendra
An artistic hub nurturing talent through certified training in fine arts.
Cultural Events
A space for regular cultural programmes that connect and collaborate with the community.
Chavara Learning Space
Quiet, calm study area for job aspirants with library and lunch space available for a nominal monthly fee; enquire at the library to enrol.
Chavara Awards
Chavara Cultural Centre believes in recognizing people's contributions towards making a culturally empowered and just society. It honours achievers in varied fields...
Book Release and Book Talk
The centre used to organize book festivals and cultural meetings at a time when it was not very common. Starting2003, it conducted National Book Festival for four years...
Women's Cultural Forum
The Centre regularly conducts memorial lectures to honour the memory and contribution of eminent personalities in various fields like science, philosophy etc...
CHAVRA EVENTS
Book Talk & Release: Ashamenonte Aksharalokam
N. Rajesh Remembrance Talk: Madhyamangalum Janadhipadhyavum
Musical Eve: Fr. Paul Poovathinkal CMI
International Women's Day Celebration
Kavyarchana-Eeniyum Markikkatha Bhoomi by Ardra M
Snehasangamam
Dance Performance by Gayathri Madhusudan
Founder's Day Celebration
Book Release: Akathekku Thurakkunna Vathil by KF George
Book Release: Edente Sukshippukar by KF George
Love Overrules hatred: CRI Protest Meeting
Our Video Gallery
CHAVARA KALAKENDRA
Chavara Kalakendra, a key initiative of the CMI St. Thomas Province, serves as a hub for cultural and artistic enrichment. This dedicated wing provides certified training in music, dance, visual arts, and chess, fostering talent and creativity among youth and enthusiasts alike. The Centre collaborates with prestigious institutions including Trinity College London, Chetana Music Academy (Thrissur), Pracheen Kala Kendra (Chandigarh), and Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal (Mumbai) - ensuring that every learner receives quality training recognized across India and abroad.
Upcoming Programmes
