Valentine’s is coming! Where is your boyfriend?
This Weekend
Tomorrow, MultiChoice Namibia and the City of Windhoek are hosting a ‘Love Under The Stars’ event at Independence Avenue from 18h00. They will screen the Namibian romantic comedy film ‘Crossover Hearts’ and provide a magical, romantic evening. Bring a camping chair, blankets and cushions for comfort.
Also tomorrow from 18h30 there’s an ‘Outlaw Ladies Game Night’ at Smokey Mare Warehouse. Whether you’re a shark at pool or a pro at Giant Jenga, grab your partner-in-crime and get ready to dominate in pub games. There will be welcome treats and prizes. Entry is N120 per person or N$200 per pair.
This Saturday from 05h00 is the Windhoek Harriers Captain Run. There’s a 15km and 30km route starting at Cohen Club/Handle Bar in Olympia. Entry is N$180.
Ethical fashion, beauty and wellness store Segura Emporium is hosting a Galentines Day event from 09h00 at Maerua Mall on Saturday. There will be complimentary bra fittings, exclusive promotions and Collagen powder tasting.
On Saturday the National Theatre of Namibia is hosting auditions for stage actors to appear in its upcoming production ‘Bang Bang’. The Chris Djuma written and Veronique Kuchekana-Chirau directed play will be staged between 8 and 10 April. Auditions will take place in the Rehearsal Room from 10h00 to 15h00. Visit ntn.org.na for character details.
This Valentine’s Day, there’s a Valentine’s Sip & Paint event at Guten Morgen & The Flower Farm in Windhoek. Expect an intimate garden experience where art, wine and nature meet from 16h00. Expect painting with Karel, a curated bubbly and wine tasting by KWV and table snacks all set beneath open skies and endless green lawns. Entry is N$600 per person.
Also on Valentine’s Day, Tate Village will host Lovers & Friends Rooftop Party: A Night Of Spoken Word, old-school R&B, and rooftop romance from 18h00. Entry is free and performers and storytellers are welcome to sign up.
Lake Oanob will have a Valentine’s dinner on 14 February from 19h00. Enjoy a specially curated menu, breathtaking sunset views, and the gentle glow of the lake under the stars for N$495 person and N$900 per couple.
Transkalahari-End Resort is hosting a Valentine’s Movie Night Under the Stars at Die Dam Gobabis. Cuddle up on soft cushions and blankets and enjoy a romantic open-air movie under the Namibian sky for N$280 per couple or N$200 per person.
Next week
Windhoek International School is hosting an information session at its auditorium for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme next Wednesday from 18h00. The rigorous two-year programme is for pupils and students aged 16 through 19.
Next Friday is the Youth Orchestra of Namibia’s Chamber Music Concert at DR Church Windhoek Moedergemeente, with guest artist Angelika Fecki on the violin. Entry is free from 18h00, though donations are welcome.
Recurring
Drop in on Quiz Night and flex your cerebral cortex at Piccolo Cafe and Lounge every Tuesday from 18h30. Entry is N$30 per person for groups of maximum six.
On Wednesdays you can also grab two ice cold beers from the tap for the price of one at Vinyls Music and Arts Cafe.
The Speakeasy in Liliencron Street is hosting Ladies’ Night every Wednesday with 50% off of all cocktails and meal options available.
Every Thursday Kat Stahl is hosting Swing Dance Classes at Delta Kindergarten between 18h00 and 19h00. Participation is N$150 per person per class. No Experience or partner needed.
Fridays you can now join Nice Dance Kizomba classes at its Windhoek Academy between 17h30 and 19h00 at the National Theatre of Namibia Rehearsal Room. Lessons are N$100 per person.
Beyond
Get ready to experience the next level of electronic music! TabulaRasa returns to the stage for the highly anticipated Chapter IV at Eagle’s Beer Garden from 11h00 on 28 February.
On 25 February visual artist Nambowa Malua is launching his solo exhibition ‘Neotypes’ at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre from 18h30. Entry is free and the images will be on display until 27 March.
For these and more events around the country, visit the WhatsOn website and follow us on social media.
– Anne Hambuda is a poet, writer, social commentator and novelist. Follow her online or email her at annehambuda@gmail.com for more.
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