Date: February 22, 2014
Venue: Kuona Trust
Time: From 3 pm
Entry: Free
Featuring performance by Nile Project Artists who will also be performing on Sunday at Safaricom Jazz Festival.
Exhibition/Seminar: Artsy Mama- Look Good feel Good edition, Feb. 26 2014 @ Michael Joseph Centre
The artsy mama event is an exhibition and creative seminar for stay at home parents. The seminar includes guest panellists who share their stories in regards to the topic or theme.
This month’s edition is the Look Good feel Good edition. Being a stay at home mum doesn’t mean that we sit at home in old tees and torn clothes. Come get insights from industry experts on how to maintain your image even after the children.
To RSVP call 0708752575 or email info@creativesgarage.org
Forum Theatre: Rewind Fast Forward facilitated by Dr. Njoki Ngumi, Feb. 22 2014 @ the NEST
Rewind Fast Forward – our forum theatre project moderated by Dr. Njoki Ngumi – returns this Saturday February 22nd, 2pm – 5pm at the NEST with “Money”. How do you negotiate for better pay or get what you are owed?
Join our amazing interactive theatre cast of Maina Olwenya, Millicent Ogutu and Sam Psenjen in exploring these conflict-prone zones, oppressive components and politics of paying and getting paid.
Entry is free!
The Songwriter’s Lounge Presents Andrew Wambua, Feb. 22 2014 @ Creatives Garage Resource Centre – Greenhouse Mall
A new star is born, The Songwriter’s Lounge… A place where lyricism is brought to life in song.
Too often the art and skill of lyric writing and developing the written piece into a song has been under valued. The songwriters lounge has come to change all that and to provide an opportunity for musicians who are writers and non-musicians who are enthusiasts to come together and share beautiful moments in a small intimate setting ( 70 pax gig).
This first edition features Singer – Songwriter ANDREW WAMBUA born and raised in Nairobi Kenya. Wambua started his own band, Afrology, in 2008 and has since graced various stages such as Nairobi’s premier event Blankets & Wine, Thursday Night Live at Choices, Penya Nairobi Panda Sauti among others.
He released his first single “Nipe Pendo” mid last year (Get a free mp3 of the single here) and is currently half-way into the recording of his debut album Dreams Come True
Join us as we endeavor to bring songwriting to life in Kenya…
VENUE: Creatives Garage Resource Centre, Greenhouse Mall, Adams Arcade, 2nd Floor, Suite 14
DATE: February 22nd 2014
TIME: 7pm
ENTRY: Ksh. 500 (LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE)
Call 0722626169 for tickets
Japan Cinema: Tombstones for the Fireflies, Feb. 22 2014 @ the Japan Information & Culture Centre
The Japan Information & Culture Centre invites you to the screening of the movie “Tombstones for the Fireflies” which will be shown on Saturday, 22nd February 2014.
Admission is free of charge and the movie screening is open to all film fans.
Next Screening: Tombstones for the Fireflies
Date: Saturday, 22nd February 2014
Time: 2:00p.m.
Gates Open: 1:30pm
Venue: Japan Information & Culture Centre, Embassy of Japan, Mara Road, Upper Hill
Synopsis
In June 1945 during the air raid in Kobe, Seita and his sister Setsuko lose their mother as a result of an incendiary bomb raid. As their father has been out of contact since he had gone off to war, the brother and sister are taken in by a distant relative in Nishinomiya. Unable to stand the ill-treatment by their aunt, Seita and Setsuko move into a bomb shelter to live alone together. As the war worsens, Setsuko gradually wastes away. Seita cheers Setsuko and tries his best to survive while reminding himself of their kind mother, strict father, and the peaceful days only a few months back. Finally, the day of Japan’s defeat arrives.
In order to attend the movie screening, kindly note that it will be necessary to register beforehand. To register, send an email to jinfocul@nb.mofa.go.jp or call 020-2898510. Deadline for registration is Friday, 21st February, 4:30pm. If you plan to attend the movie with a friend(s), please provide us with your friend’s name when you register for yourself.
Out of Town: Black History Month 2014 Film Screenings, Every Saturday this Month @ Paa ya Paa Arts Centre
Dates: Every Saturday this Month & March 1, 2014
Venue: Paa ya Paa Arts Centre – Ridgeways Road, Off Kiambu Road
Time: 4 pm
No entrance fee
Screenings
February 8, 2014 – 12 Years a Slave
February 15, 2014 – Mandela: long Walk to Freedom
February 22, 2014 – The Butler
March 1, 2014 – Maafa 21 in 21st Century America
Moderated discussion follows each viewing.
Celebrations: Kenya at 50 Celebrations by Kenyatta University – Reflection of an Era, Feb. 15 2014 @ National Theatre
Journey through Kenyan music over the last 50 years, presented by students past and present, of Kenyatta University.
The show will be at the Kenya National Theatre on Saturday February 15th at 3 & 6.30 pm. Tickets are Kshs 500/-.
Special Appearances by: John Nzenze, Joseph Kamaru, Otieno Aloka, J.B. Maina, Eric Wainaina and Wahu.
Craft Afrika’s Jumpstart Thursday: All About Craft Fairs, Feb. 20 2014 @ Shalom House
This February 20th, 2-5pm at Shalom House, Craft Afrika will be talking all about craft fairs with the names behind the best of them in Nairobi:
– Kealleigh Bell- Ngong Racecourse Christmas Fair
– Caroline Mbindyo- Bizarre Bazaar Craft Festival
– Lynette Anderson- Nairobi Fashion Market
– Claire Niala- Waldorf Eco Fair
Take a break from work and come through to the ONLY such networking forum for crafters! Share ideas and information, exchange resources and learn from the best in the craft fair business.
PLUS we are giving you an opportunity to show and tell. If you have a product that you would like to get feedback on- this is your chance! Indeed, given how busy these four ladies are, this is an opportunity you DO NOT want to miss.
Register here for free
Out of Town/Open Day: Tafaria Open Day, Feb 15 2014 @ Tafaria Castle & Country Lodge – Nyahururu
Join Kuona Trust for a special Open Day event at Tafaria Castle & Country Lodge, in their new outreach center located in Nyahururu. Mingle and interact with the current artists in residence, Cyrus Kabiru & Kevin Oduor who will be showcasing work made during their 2 month residency.
The theme of the day is Celebrating the role of the teacher. Also featuring: Tour around the castle, art sale and art display, Performances by Mufasa the King and Namatsi
Food & drinks on sale
For more information, please call 0721262326 or 0733742752
Out of Town: Sauti za Busara Music Festival, Feb. 13-16 2014 @ Stone Town – Zanzibar
Dates: February 13-16, 2014
Venue: Stone Town, Zanzibar
Find more info at www.busaramusic.org