1 week Ago By Anne Hambuda
Time is really flying by.I swear just yesterday it was ‘Januworry’, and now it seems like December is already on the horizon again.Maybe that’s just me being impatient, or maybe it’s because the Namibian events scene is as populated as ever, but either way I am delighted to let you know what you can get up to, where you can go and who you can see in the coming weeks.
Just grab a sweater, pull up your socks and you’re good to go.TodayThe National Art Gallery of Namibia is launching the ‘Moods and Moments II’ solo exhibition by Mechthild Merdes from 18h00. Entry is free.
The Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre, just down the road, is also launching an exhibition from 19h30 today. Pieter Basson’s mixed media work titled ‘Agrafe’ will run till 24 April, with an art talk on Wednesday, 16 April, from 18h00. Entry is free.
This WeekendTomorrow, a Usui reiki energy healing workshop is taking place in Windhoek. For N$900 you can become an energy channel and receive a level 1 certificate. More details are shared once you are registered.
The Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC) is hosting a jazz function tomorrow. There will be a workshop from 15h00 at the College of the Arts campus in town, and a live musical performance by /Nam /Namsa at the FNCC at 19h00. Entry for the show is N$80 at the door.
A poetry, comedy and theatre night will take place at the City of Windhoek’s upper parking area from 18h30 tomorrow. Entry is free.Saturday will bring the ‘Education – Back To Basics’ International Day Festival Food and Culture Bazaar to life at Windhoek International School from 11h00 to 16h00.
Come through to engage with over 30 embassies, high commissions and global organisations. Entry is free and there are raffle prizes to be won.On Sunday, the College of the Arts is hosting ‘Omepo in Blue’, an under-the-tree theatre experience blending performance, movement and digital ritual.
Audiences are invited to listen, move and unlock hidden layers of meaning. Tickets start at N$30 for the 15h00 performance and exhibition.Next WeekChildren aged six to 12 can join the ‘Mindful Holiday Workshop’ for N$350 next Wednesday.
Mindfulness is a learned skill that will help children in today’s fast-paced world. This session will feature breathing exercises, creative activities, mindful movement, relaxation and more, facilitated by Suzi Seha at 081 129 6244.A cool multi-venue event for art lovers is coming to Swakopmund.
‘Night at the Galleries’ is an annual Easter Saturday evening event, featuring showcases at various galleries throughout the town between 17h00 and 21h00. Some 13 venues are on the list.RecurringThe Speakeasy in Liliencron Street is hosting a ladies’ night every Wednesday, with 50% off all cocktails and meal options available.
Every Friday is ‘Whiskey and Wines’ night at Windhoek Sky Restaurant on the fourth floor of the Independence Memorial Museum from 17h30 to 19h30. Join the event and get a 20% discount on any whiskey or wine.The Stick and Whistle in Olympia hosts ‘Whistle Sundays’ every week, featuring live music, drinks specials, good food, hookah pipes and aux sessions, where you can plug in your own sounds.
Doors open from 11h00.BeyondOver the weekend of 25 April, the /Ae //Gams Arts and Cultural Festival will take place at the City of Windhoek’s parking area. The theme is ‘The Charm Goes Beyond What You See’, and the event will feature food and drinks, small business booths and entertainment.
Celebrate International Jazz Day on 30 April at the FNCC with performances by /Nam /Namsa, Pilot Youth Music Project and Damasfusion. Entry is free and from 18h30.– Anne Hambuda is a poet, writer, and social commentator.
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