Events This Weekend

Every Thursday, your one and only source for all round entertainment BellaNaija.com looks for various ways to give our ever loyal BN readers an eagle eye of the hottest places, venues, hangouts to be spotted with friends & family this weekend.

And this Thursday is no different, we have so many events stacked up to make this weekend fun for you. As the holidays are fast approaching, BN will like you to make a list of things you want and really hope that you get everything on that list.

Sit back, relax and get ready to feast your eyes as BN presents Events This Weekend!

Reel Life presents Sex, Okra and Salted Butter
Reel Life brings you the last of Lights, Camera, AFRICA!!! 2011 Film Festival revisted film. This hilarious comedy which was directed by Mahamat Saleh-Haroun is how an extra-marital affair leads to Hortense’s separation from her very traditional African husband, who is in for a ride as he learns about her love affair, his eldest son’s secret love life, and the responsibilities of single parenthood. Admission is free!
Date: Thursday 1oth November 2011
Time: 7:30 PM
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, Off Younis Bashorun Street, Off Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
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YGC-Africa Presents Dare To Aspire
YGC-Africa is a non profit youth advocacy organization with a vision of transforming the Nigerian youth and by extension, the African youth and they would be having yet another summit themed “dare to aspire” coming up this Friday and will feature inspiring speakers like Steve Harris, Chude Jideonwo, Lola Masha, Tosyn Bucknor, Tosin Otitoju, Ruke Amata and many more.Admission is free for all!
Date: Friday 11th November 2011
Time: 9 AM
Venue: DeHall Events place, 131, Obafemi Awolowo way, Ikeja, Lagos
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Burlesque Princess presents Bump and Grind
Are you looking for a regular Burlesque class. Then come for Bump & Grind Burlesque. The new class combines elements from beginner classes with that of Burlesquercise workout to produce a mid-tempo sexy session that will have you bumping & grinding, posing and commanding attention from the first class.Burlesque classes appeal to women (over 18 years old) and no one is too old to join in the fun.
Date: From now Thursday 10th  November 2011 – Thursday 8th December 2011
Time: 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Venue: Bacchus Night Club, 57 Awolowo Road Ikoyi, Lagos
Contact: For more info & general enquiries Call 08078764223 | 07055680104| E-mail: [email protected]
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Edo Business Connect 2011
This event is aimed at creating an awareness of Edo State’s resources, opportunities and talents. In recent times there have been and still are a number of developmental initiatives to enhance the various sectors in the state with strong emphasis on the commercial sector.It coincides with the 3rd anniversary of the Comrade Governor’s assumption of office and is expected to be one of the main features of the anniversary celebrations.There will be a special performance by music act Slizzy-e and it is going to be hosted by Efex The Comedian
Date: Friday 11th – Saturday 12th  November 2011
Time: 1o AM – 5 PM Daily
Venue: Museum Ground Ring Road, Benin City (Edo Water Fountain), Edo
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Runway Abuja
The second edition of “The Runway”is finally here.This year’s event promises to be better, so brace yourself, get your tickets ready and expect something even more creative than the 1st Runway show.Already, scores of designers in and outside the Federal Capital have indicated their interest to be part of The Runway 2: 11/11/11. The show is going to be hosted by Denrele Edun and Big Brother Africa’s Vina
Date: Friday 11th November 2011
Time: 6 PM
Venue: This Day Dome, Abuja
Ticket Price: Gallery N3500 | Regular N 5000 | VIP N 20,000 | Table For 8 N150,000
Contact: For more info, general enquiries and tickets Call 08030822698 | 08123912124 | Follow on Twitter@runwayabuja | Check out their Facebook Page | Log on to their website
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The Launch of Footwear brand Madre’s
Come Saturday 12th November 2011, Madre’s, a new brand of luxurious footwear is launching the opening of its flagship store in Abuja.
Madre’s footwear are a combination of unique colors, creativity & detail which will make it a favorite for all stylish women in Nigeria and beyond its shores.Come for this launch and get yourself some of the most beautiful footwear you can find anywhere in the world.
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: 1 PM
Venue: Suite CO5 Maitama Shopping Plaza off Limpopo Street, F.H.A, Maitama, Abuja
Contact: For more info and general enquiries Call 092912202
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90 Minutes Speaker Series with Gbenga Oyebode
Gbenga Oyebode is the Managing Partner of the law firm Aluko & Oyebode, which he co-founded in 1993.He has decades of experience in project finance, corporate law, energy and natural resources law, telecommunications and aviation law. He is a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and an Attorney-at-law of the Supreme Court of New York State, as well as a Member of the Nigerian Bar Association and the American Bar Society of International Law and  he will be coming to speak at this edition of 90 Minutes Speaker series.
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: 1 PM
Venue: Bogobiri House, 9 Maitama Sule Street off Raymond Njoku Street off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
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Passion Spark Intensive with Ekene Onu
Lifestyle Strategist Ekene Onu who delivers positive messages about life, love and how we can all change the world, is bringing you a workshop that will empower, educate and inspire you to live the life you were born to live, do what you love and earn money while doing it. Passion Spark is a step by step guide into creating the life you want and turn your passion into your life’s work. Expert panelists include Ndidi Nwuneli (Founder of Leap Africa, Director AACE foods), Tara Fela-Durotoye (CEO and creator of House of Tara cosmetics)
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: 2PM – 6 PM
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, Off Younis Bashorun Street, Off Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
Fee: N 7500
Contact: For more info, general enquiries and further details on how to pay Call 07056569959 | E-mail [email protected]  | [email protected]
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The Reveal: Tees by Vulpes Fulva
Tees by Vulpes Fulva represents the middle ground between the war of western over traditional attire.It is the complete mutation, fashion for the fearless, be there!
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: 7 PM – 11 PM
Venue: Sofa Lounge, Adetokunbo Ademola Cr, Wuse 2, Abuja
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Rayce Roll Syndrome
RRS is happening this Saturday and it will feature performances by some of Nigeria’s most talented like Brymo, 2Shotz, Ice Prince, Davido, D’Prince, jesse Jagz and a host of others.
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: 9 PM
Venue: Deuces Bar & Lounge 19 Ademola Adetokunbo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Smirnoff Midnight Circus
Smirnoff Midnight Circus is finally here and it is going to be taken place this Saturday, Ikechukwu a.k.a Killz will be there to perform live alongside his protege.See you all there!
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: 10 PM
Venue: Landmark Village, Oniru, Lagos
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The Launch of BM|Pro Ikeja Studio
Nigerian makeup artiste extraordinaire and beauty entrepreneur, Banke Meshida-Lawal, CEO of Faces Makeovers and BM|Pro make-up range is taking her business to the next level with a new retail outlet and studio in Ikeja, Lagos.The event promises to be a colorful and exciting one! An entirely new range of BM|Pro products will be unveiled as well as a new collection of hats and fascinators from ITAM by King’s signature.The special guest of honor for the event is the First Lady of Lagos State, Her Excellency Dame Abimbola Fashola.
Date: Sunday 13th November 2011
Time: 4 PM
Venue: The Green Village, 58 Isaac John Street, Ikeja, G.R.A, Lagos
Contact: For more info & general enquiries Call 07081829441 | 070 4223 6077 | E-mail [email protected] | [email protected] | Log on to www.bankemeshidalawal.com
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Ade Bantu Performs Live at The Life House
Award winning Nigerian-German artiste and activist, Ade Bantu is set to inspire Nigerians from all walks of life with his eclectic fusion of Afrofunk/Afrohiphop/Afrobeat sound this Sunday alongside his colourful 12-piece musical ensemble. Bantu promises to thrill the house with his gyrating heavy bass beats, amazing vocals, socially conscious lyrics and the hybrid sound of contemporary Africa and the diaspora.
Date: Sunday 13th November 2011
Time: 7 PM
Venue: The Life House, 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, Off Younis Bashorun Street, Off Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
Gate Fee: N 2000
Contact: For more info, general enquiries and reservations Call 07034030683 | Log on to www.bantucrew.com
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