Events This Weekend

Hello BellaNaijarians, it’s Thursday!

It’s time for your weekly dose of Events This Weekend. The space where BellaNaija.com gives you all the most talked about events and gatherings happening this weekend.

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African Artists’s Foundation’s Meet The Artist : Ibrahim Lawal
African Artists’ Foundation (AAF) is pleased to announce the first ‘Meet the Artist‘ event of 2013 featuring the tapestry works of Ibrahim Adebayo Lawal in a two week exhibition titled “Memory and Metaphor“. The ‘Meet the Artist’ event is a preamble platform for group and solo exhibitions created to introduce young and emerging artists to the public.
Date: Thursday 18th April, 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: African Artists’ Foundation Gallery, 54 Raymond Njoku Street, Ikoyi, Lagos.
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Property Buyers Forum
3Invest Limited is launching its revolutionary model; REIN (Real Estate Investor Network) which allows its members to close the funding gap in quality real estate transactions.
Date: Thursday 18th April 2013
Venue: Porsche Center, Victoria Island, Lagos
Time: 3PM – 8PM
Contact: For enquiries Call 08099991403-1803 | Email: [email protected] | Website: www.3investonline.com
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SmartMark Limited presents Levi’s 50% Sale
SmartMark Limited, the exclusive distributor of the Levi’s brand in Nigeria and Ghana has announced a massive 50% price slash on selected Levi’s merchandise from now till Tuesday 30th of April 2013 at all FastForward stores in major cities in Nigeria and Accra, Ghana.
Date: Thursday 11th April 2013 – Tuesday 30th April 2013
Venues Adeniran Ogunsanya Shopping Mall, Surulere, Lagos | Murtala Mohammed Airport, Terminal II, Ikeja, Lagos | 27, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos | Ikeja City Mall, Ikeja, Lagos | The Palms Shopping Mall, Lekki, Lagos | Ceddi Plaza 264, Tafawa Balewa Way, Central Business District, Abuja | 107, Aba Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers | G38, Accra Mall, Tetteh Quarshie, Accra, Ghana
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 0814838314
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SmartMark Limited presents Nike’s 50% Sale
SmartMark Limited, the exclusive distributor of the Nike brand in Nigeria and Ghana has announced a massive 50% price slash on selected Nike merchandise from now till Tuesday 30th of April 2013 at all FastForward stores in major cities in Nigeria and Accra, Ghana.
Date: Thursday 11th April 2013 – Tuesday 30th April 2013
Venues Adeniran Ogunsanya Shopping Mall, Surulere, Lagos | Murtala Mohammed Airport, Terminal II, Ikeja, Lagos | 27, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos | Ikeja City Mall, Ikeja, Lagos | The Palms Shopping Mall, Lekki, Lagos | Ceddi Plaza 264, Tafawa Balewa Way, Central Business District, Abuja | 107, Aba Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers | G38, Accra Mall, Tetteh Quarshie, Accra, Ghana
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 0814838314
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The Abuja Young Entrepreneurs Awards
The 2nd edition of the Abuja Young Entrepreneurs Awards will hold this Friday in Abuja hosted by Bovi & Chigul. Organised by Fusion Lifestyle Limited the event will have performances by Burna Boy, Ice Prince and Praiz with fun jokes by Nigerian comedian Tee-A.
Date: Friday 19th April 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Abuja International Conference Centre, Abuja
Ticket Prices: Regular N 5,000 | Student/Corper N 2,500 | VIP N 20,000 | Table of 8 N 150,000
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 08098389882 | [email protected] | www.AyeAwards.com
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Afropolitan Vibes
The 2nd edition of the monthly show “Afropolitan Vibes” is here. Succeeding the last edition from March 2013 this edition promises to be bigger and better. Performing will be Yinka Davies, New York based soul singer SIJI, Bantu Foundation member Abiodun and Ghanaian polyrhythmic drum master Ekow Alabi all supported by the 11 man Afropolitan band. Admission is Free.
Date: Friday 19th April 2013
Time: 7PM
Venue: Freedom Park (Amphi Center), 1 Hospital Road, Old Prisons Ground, Adjacent St.Nicolas Hospital, Lagos Island.
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“Athens of West Africa” Pre-launching and Fundraising Reception
This preview of the documentary film “Athens Of West Africa” in the USA is set to hold this Friday. This event is designed to raise money to support the production of the documentary film which explores and showcases the rich and vibrant history of Fourah Bay College, alumni experiences, and also, give the world a birds eye view into some of the distinguished products of Fourah Bay College.
For ticket information please contact 301.275.8370 or register at: http://athensofwestafrica.eventbrite.com
Date: Friday 19th April 2013
Time: 6:39PM – 9:00PM
Venue: American University(Tnley Campus), Washington DC
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Peers Academy’s Free ICT/Telecoms Training for the less privileged 
You are invited to take part in Peers Academy’s organized free ICT/Telecoms training for the less privileged in the society. The objective for this training is to help orphans and less privilege to develop a means of livelihood as well as build a career track that they can pursue for a lifetime. This week, attendees will go through practicals on what they’ve been taught so far. Admission is Free.
Date: Friday 19th April 2013 – Saturday 20th April 2013
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 08033462964 | e-mail [email protected]
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Zumba Fitness Dance Class
Are you looking to improve your cardiovascular system, lose weight, improve your coordination or simply boost your mood, then Zumba Dance Fitness may be the right choice for you. Join the fun dance fitness class today for more fitted and energized 2013.
Date: Saturday 20th April 2013
Time: 9 AM
Venue: The BMS Spa, 3 Magbon Close, off Macpherson Avenue, Ikoyi, Lagos
Fee: N 2,000
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Watersworth Art Brokers
Encourage your child’s creativity by registering them now for Watersworth Art Brokers’ training in art. Drawing inspiration from the works in the gallery’s collection students will create hands on projects while the master artists help them in learning and creating their own works in different media and styles. Registration fee is N 10,000 while adults will pay the sum of N 20,000.
Date: Saturday 20th April 2013
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Watersworth Gallery, 3B Unity Close off Africa Lane, Lekki, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 0809999092 | 07030799683 | e-mail[email protected]
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Watersworth presents Fit, Fun & Flair
Do you love to dance and are you looking for a fun and fab way to lose weight? Then Fit, Fun and Flair is for you. Watersworth Art Gallery in conjunction with Gbenga Yusuf of Maltina Dance All competition, presents you dance classes that will make all the difference. The offer package/fee is N 15,000.
Date: Saturday 20th April 2013
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Watersworth Gallery, 3B Unity Close off Africa Lane, Lekki, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 0809999092 | 07030799683 | e-mail[email protected]
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WOW D.I.V.A.S 3rd Annual Autism Seminar
The Women Of Worth, Divinely Inspired, Victoriously Anointed Sisters (WOW D.I.V.S) will be holding its 3rd annual seminar for young people with Autism. The seminar is dedicated to educating and motivating parents and caretakers who are living with people with the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) towards defeating the condition and stigma.
Date: Saturday 20th April 2013
Time: 8AM – 12NOON
Venue: Patrick Speech and Language Center Ikeja, Lagos
For more Information on “The Nigerian Autism Directory” or the Seminars Email: [email protected]
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90 Minutes Speaker Series
Come interact with Kola Oyeneyin, a young entrepreneur, as he shares his business and life experiences. This event is Free.
Date: Saturday 20th April
Time: 1PM
Venue: Bogobiri House. 9 Maitama Sule Street, off Raymond Njoku Street, off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi
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Nigerian Healthcare Foundation 8th Annual Banquet
Join the Nigerian Healthcare Foundation for an amazing evening of cocktails, dinner & deserts, live performances, charity and philanthropy at the Nigerian Healthcare Foundation’s 8th Annual Banquet. The event is aimed at addressing healthcare issues facing Nigerians ans honouring individuals who have made great impact in the field oh health for a healthier Nigeria. The event is sponsored by Platinum Sponsor (Benefactor of Hope) and Hackensack University Medical Center. For sponsorship and support please Download the Sponsorship Registration Form Here
Date: Saturday 20th April 2013
Time: 7:30 PM
Cocktail Reception Hour: 7PM – 8PM
For additional information, please visit: http://www.nhfinc.org
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Full Bloom – The Women for Change Network Breakfast Meeting Event
The Women for Change Network at This Present House (TPH) will be hosting a breakfast meeting themed “FULL BLOOM”. It will be a relaxed and fun packed morning; breakfast will be served, and there will be live music and a fashion show featuring clothing by Grey and Exclamations and other activities. Admission is Free.
Date: Saturday 20th April 2013
Time: 8:00AM
Venue: The Dome, Freedom Way, Lekki 1, Lagos.
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Wole Oguntokun’s “The Legend of Moremi Ajaasoro” Premier
The Muson Centre and Renegade Theatre presents the premiere of Wole Oguntokun‘s “The Legend of Moremi Ajaasoro” one of the continent’s most stirring tales of love, war and sacrifice. Starring Olajumoke Bello, Rotimi Fakunle, Sunkanmi Adebayo as well as Adunni & Nefertiti. The piece is directed by Wole Oguntokun.
Date: Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st of April
Time: 3PM & 6PM each day.
Venue: The Muson Centre, Onikan.
Ticket: Single N3000, Double N5000
For enquiries, please call Anike on 08081239477
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The Rock Cathedral Opening and Inauguration
You are invited to the inauguration and opening ceremonies of The Rock Cathedral as a Centre for Social Justice and the National Transformation and as the Metropolitan Church of Christ. Though the events are uniquely different from each other neither of them is worth missing. Please feel free to invite as many members of your family, friends and associates as you wish to both events.
Date: Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st April 2013
Time: 10AM
Venue: The Rock Cathedral Drive (Behind Germaine Auto Centre), Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos
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Talents @ gidi Networking Event
Talents @ gidi (t@g) is an event organised by G.R.I.P.time. It is a platform to showcase live music, poetry, spoken word, comedy and majorly network with like minds. All artistes will be supported by a live band. There will be lots of side attractions including wine tasting, free cocktails, exhibition, free gifts and coupons.
This week’s edition features the naturally gifted Ese Peters.
The event is sponsored by La Mango and Kola Kuddus Couture. Admission is Free.
Date: Sunday 21st April 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: La Mango Restaurant & Bar, 2 Adekunle Fajuyi Way, GRA, Ikeja
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Beechland Launch
Beechland Eco-Products Ltd is officially launching its Eco-friendly Toys store this Sunday. The store provides environmentally suitable toys for kids.
Date: Sunday 21st April 2013
Time: 11:00AM – 5:00PM
Venue: White Space, 58 Raymond Njoku road, Ikoyi, Lagos.
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Eve Afrique’s Red Ball for Charity
In support for cervical cancer awareness and prevention Eve Afrique’s Red Ball will hold this Sunday in Port Harcourt. The family and lifestyle magazine is in partnership with the Medical Women Association of Nigeria. There will be free pap smear tests for the first women to register. Registration costs N 5,000 per person.
Date: Sunday 21st April 2013
Time: 4 PM
Venue: Grace Event Centre, 3B Evo Road, GRA Phase II, Port Harcourt, Rivers
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 08033095050 | 08091542466 | 08060030449 | 08098652036
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“ADULAWO” – The Black Race Theatre Play Premier
ADULAWO is a dance-theatre piece which creatively and artistically discusses and portrays the challenges; problems, day to day activities, occupation, culture/tradition, and general way of life of the black people using Nigeria as it focus point. It’s a total theatre piece with an infusion of poetry, dance, drama, drums, chants and songs to create an excitingly new but contemporary performance art which would be acceptable by global audience of different age groups.
Date: Monday 22nd April 2013
Time: 4:00PM
Venue: Main Auditorium, University of Lagos
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