Events This Weekend

Blue Velvet Marquee – Launch Event
Blue Velvet Marquees will be launching their new set of marquees and tents in Abuja. Guests will be able to explore all the features of the marquees including crystal chandeliers, dancefloor and much more. According to the Blue Velvet team, guests will experience “an exquisite night of charming discovery and decadence”. Banky W will be performing and other exciting treats will be unveiled during the event.
Date: Thursday 17 March 2011
Time: 7PM
Venue: City Park, Ahmadu Bello Way, Wuse II, Abuja
By Invitation Only – Call/Email for Invitations
Phone: 0803 357 6108 | 0816 213 4890 | 09 290 5798
Email: [email protected]
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Reel Life presents “Faat Kiné”
Today, Reel Life will screen a very special film which was selected in the spirit of last Saturday’s Women Rule discussion which briefly touched on various social stigma and prejudices affecting women. We are very very happy to present to you Faat Kiné – a film by Senegalese icon, Ousmane Sembene. Reel Life at The Life House screens world, classic and alternative films every Thursday.
Date: Thursday 17 March 2011
Time: 7:45PM Prompt
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, off Younis Bashorun, off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Tickets: Entry is Free!

NB: All guests of Reel Life film nights get 10% discounts on food and drink at Abule Cafe
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The Nail Bar
The Nail Bar invites you to its official launching soiree this weekend! The first of its kind to be launched in Abuja, it is an upscale destination that promises to deliver unrivalled luxury nail treatments that go beyond the classic manicure and pedicure.
Date: Saturday 19 March 2011
Time: 1PM to 8PM
Venue: 124 Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja
For more information, visit www.thenailbar-ng.com or call 08168680860
Download an exclusive launching discount voucher on the website.
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An Afternoon with Chimamanda
Join Farafina author and ‘21st century daughter of Chinua Achebe, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie this weekend for literary discussions, autograph sessions, Q & A sessions and lots more! There will be discounts on books bought!
Date: Saturday 19 March 2011
Time: 3PM
Venue: Debonair Bookstore, 294 Herbert Macaulay Way, Sabo, Yaba Lagos
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Saturday Lounge at the Life House
Come enjoy live music in a cozy lounge setting as Tocatina proudly presents Wura Samba LIVE at The Life House. Let the percussive lyricism flow as the all-drum troupe mesmerizes you.
Date: Saturday 19 March 2011
Time: 7PM to 10PM
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, off Younis Bashorun, off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Tickets: FREE
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The Sugar! Wedding Fair and Fashion Show is a premium fair highlighting the best of the Nigerian wedding industry. With a choice selection of wedding exhibitors, intending couples and wedding enthusiasts are sure to find inspiration, fresh ideas and everything else needed to make their big day a smashing success.
Date: Sunday 20 March 2011
Time: 11AM – 8PM
Venue: Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos
NB: Attendance is FREE, but registration is required on our website – http://weddingfair.sugarweddings.com.

Contact Details –

Email: [email protected]
Call: 0805 224 9117
Visit: http://weddingfair.sugarweddings.com

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Bazaar at Zebra
Join us for the 2nd edition of Bazaar @ Zebra our fabulous social market! There is something for everybody: men, women, children. This month’s market features new-to-the-fold, accessories and leather goods label, Didi Isah. AIMAS will also be joining with its new collection of fabulous boutique tees and accessories.
Date: Sunday 20 March 2011
Time: 2PM to 7PM
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, off Younis Bashorun, off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Tickets: FREE
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The Cost of Living @ Terra
Theatre@Terra presents, the world premiere of “The Cost of Living”, a one-act play about a bungled kidnapping during which an American hostage and his Nigerian abductor learn about the value of life. Written by Sefi Atta and directed by Nick Monu, the play will be performed every Sunday in March.
Date: Sunday 20 March 2011
Time: 3PM & 6PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
Tickets: N2,500
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Rouch Collection Launch
You are cordially invited to the launch of the Rouch Collection this weekend.
Date: Sunday the 20th of March
Time: 4PM to 9PM
Venue: Bogobiri Restaurant & Bar, 9 Maitama Sule, South-West Ikoyi, Lagos
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