Forum: JumpStart Thursday, Jul. 26 2012 @ Growth Africa

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Craft Afrika invites you to JumpStart Thursday- a monthly brainstorm and networking session for craftpreneurs.

Every month on a chosen Thursday, crafters come together to share ideas and information around a topic related to running a craft enterprise.

The topic of discussion this July 26th 2012 will be Raising Finance For Your Craft Business. We will delve into issues such as the financing options available to craft enterprises, intellectual property as a revenue stream, the correct reasons for borrowing money and the legal implications of credit.

We want to hear from you so make sure to join the online conversation or better yet, register and become part of a dynamic community of crafters.

Join the online discussion on Twitter (@CraftAfrika using #JumpstartThursday) or Facebook (Craft Afrika) for free and/or register to attend the session for Kshs *1,030 payable via Mpesa, paybill number 111666. Use “JStart” for the account details.

Panel Discussion: ITHUMBA – Ntando Cele on performances in public space, Jul. 23 2012 @ Goethe

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ITHUMBA is the title of a performance and the embodiment of the spirit of Mary Muthoni Nyanjiru, who was killed in a protest in 1922. Nyanjiru challenged her people and the British government to release Harry Thuku.

In Ithumba Ntando Cele is collaborating with Mumbi Kaigwa in looking at how protests have risen in the past. And if women today had to protest, what would be the trigger? Would they leave their high heels behind? What would that dance be? “My interest is in the act of gathering, chanting slogans and finally the act of shaming the onlookers by pulling up their dresses and revealing their private parts, which is still considered a curse present day” says Ntando.

The artist’s motivation, work progress and her experience of performing art in public spaces both in Africa and Europe, will be explored during the panel on July 23rd, at 6 pm. The performance is planned for July 27th in front of the Kuona Trust compound.

The panel is organized by Goethe-Institut Kenya in collaboration with Kuona Trust.

For more information: Facebook event page

Family Show: The Amazing Darren Collins in Kenya, Jul. 20 2012 @ National Theatre

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Friday, July 20th – A comedy show appropriate for the whole family. Enjoy an evening of good, clean, family fun with comedian, juggler and illusionist – Darren Collins – From Dallas, TX

The Cost: @500sh
The Time: 6pm-8pm
The Location: Kenya National Theatre – Ukumbi Mdogo Room – Nairobi.
Contacts: 0718 043 050

You won’t want to miss the encouragement, laughter, and amazement!

Featuring: Music, Local Stand-up Comedians and Darren’s comedy/magic/juggling show

For more info and schedule of his shows in Kenya check: http://darrencollins.net/kenya/

Creatives Garage: Portfolio Review Hangout, Jul. 20 2012 @Pawa254

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The Creatives Garage is a platform meant for Creatives in Kenya to share ideas, meet and network.

On the 20th of July the Creatives Garage will have a Portfolio Review Hangout at Pawa254 hub from 5-7pm.

The six creatives sharing their portfolios are:

1. James Wamathai, a poet, creative connector and online publisher
2. Daphine Okonji, Interior Designer at Elle Interior Designs
3. Cynthia Ogona, poet and radio presenter
4. Macrine Kajuma, Graphics Designer at Ciala Design House
5. Mercy Ngumi of Zawaditele and
6. Connie Aluoch, fashion stylist

The MC for the evening: Muthoni Gathecha

Contacts: twitter @thecreativesg or join/like them on Facebook for more details.

About portfolio Reviews
These are events to whose main mission is to empower Creative Professionals around the world, it is an in-person critique event where six local Creatives present original work and receive feedback from an audience of peers.
The events main purpose is to engage in career boosting conversations, gather creative insights and discover inspiring works.

Mario Macilau photography presentation, Jul. 12 2012 @Pawa254

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Kuona Trust invites you to a presentation by one of Africa’s leading photographers. Mario Macilau winner of the KL and 2011 Protection Project award at Pawa254 Hub.

Date: July 12, 2012
Time: 4:30-7:00pm
Venue: Pawa 254, YMCA building.
Location: State House Crescent

About
Mário Macilau was born in the newly independent Mozambique, in the midst of the most critical phase of its civil war in 1984. His family struggled financially and moved from the Inhambane province to the capital, Maputo, in search of a better life. When he was 10 years old he began to work in a small market frequented by the middle / upper class, washing cars in the car park and helping to carry the groceries in an effort to support his family.

Macilau started his journey as photographer in 2003 and engaged to professional level when he traded his mother’s cell phone for his first camera in 2007. He specializes in long-term projects focus on living and environmental condition over the time and in his home country he use to confronting the realism of power, environment and cultural heritage that affect the socially isolated groups and issues that define our times.

Download Mario Macilau Profile

2nd Edition of Slum Film Festival, Aug. 6-13 2012 @ Kibera & Mathare

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Dates: August 6-13, 2012
Venue: Kibera & Mathare
Locations/Directions
Kibera Slum Location-Kamukunji Grounds, near Olympic Stage, Kibera Drive. [From downtown Nairobi: bus 32 from Kencom, or 8 from Railways]

Mathare Slum Location-Mabatini Grounds. near Mathare Road. [From downtown Nairobi: bus 46, from Tom Mboya street]

For more information visit the SFF Web-blog: www.slumfilmfestival.org

About SFF
The Slum Film Festival (SFF) is an innovative community-based film event, featuring stories from, by, and about people living in urban slums everywhere.

This edition of the festival will also incorporates film training workshops and art classes.

Creativez Meetup: Connected Creatives, Jul. 8 2012 @ GoDown Arts Centre

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Venue: The GoDown Arts Centre
Location: Intersection of Lusaka rd & Dunga Rd, Industrial Area. Google Map
Time: 2-5pm
Entry: Free

Speakers: Buddha Blaze, Ngwatilo , Wamathai & Simon Gachui

About
For the first time ever – at the GoDown Arts Centre is the Creativez Meetup on “Connected Creatives” – a 2 part series boasting a panel of connected game-changers from various industries- all whose brand, exploits and social capital is due to their social connectivity (offline and online).
You will hear how a small network-if harnessed can help grow your business and sustain it for years to come.
You will learn how online connectivity is changing the shape and way we do business and that in this day and age, traditional values like “trust, work-are key in building these bridges. We also will explore the wealth and possiblies as well as open you to the potential channels you can use to advance yourself further.

Why attend?
If you’re curious about buzzwords like “Social media”, “networking”, “influence” and “Social Wealth”.

This is also valuable for professionals looking at newer ways and frontiers of doing business, gaining global recognition, sharing ideas and creating wealth.
Plus, the venue [for those who have NOT been at the GoDown this is a unique chance of seeing one of Nairobi’s Premier Art centres]