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Help for teen angstThe teens are turbulent times. On the threshold of adulthood, the years are roller-coaster rides for many. Marked with...

Help for teen angst
The teens are turbulent times. On the threshold of adulthood, the years are roller-coaster rides for many. Marked with change and extraordinary stress, today8217;s teens need to cope with peer pressure, make career decisions and adjustments. They also face an identity crisis as the glue that binds them to their parents wears thin. For scores of youngsters, it is the make or break point. Research shows that the youngsters may often feel frustrated, insecure and get into impulsive behaviour. But help is at hand. The Innerwheel Club of Pune Riverside and The Care Programme is launching a free Teenhelp Centre and confidential counselling for distressed teens.

The volunteer counsellors have been trained by experts. The centre is open every Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at 322, Sterling Centre, Moledina Road. Troubled teens can walk in or call 632397. Help is round the corner. Flowery month All you Puneites, here8217;s a chance to spend your weekend amidst flowers. An opportunity to compete and educate yourself. Two flower shows coming up on the 18th and 19th of this month will add some colour and fragrance to your life.

The Pune Women8217;s Council is organising it8217;s 34th annual flower and vegetable show, The Monsoon Flower Show, at the Pune University Ground. There are 20 categories ranging from cut flower arrangements to garden lawn and tree arrangement. Also, The Hirwal Sanstha is organising The Dahlia Show at the Botany Department of Fergusson College. This competition invites not only professionals but amateurs as well. You can participate under broad categories like rangoli, bouquets, face-toons and flower arrangements. Apart from this, the revenue through the entry fees of Rs 4 will be donated to The Kargil Soldier8217;s Fund.

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One more facet of the monsoons is the flora it fosters. The Monsoon Rose Show on September 4 and 5 at Tilak Smarak Mandir organised by the Rose Society of Pune seeks to highlight the varieties of roses grown in and around the city. The programme includes the presentation of the Vijay Pokarna Gold Medal of Honour to Khasaba Shirole for his work in rose-breeding. The prize distribution is scheduled to be held on Sunday. Vidya Bal, social activist will present the trophies for the best rose-growers. A show not to be missed!