Soft petals, strong drinks, smart ideas and good company. This week’s social calendar is doing the most. Whether you’re in the mood to create, connect, or just casually indulge, there is something lined up with your name on it.
Today
The Walvis Bay Garden Club is launching this morning between 09h00 and 11h00 at Vlooi’s Nest. Come through to meet new like minded friends, learn new skills, share experience and support the growing journey. There will be a flower arrangement workshop where you can dive into a world of petals and stems, pick your bouquet and become your own florist.
Join The Red Shelf’s Sip and Shop today at their store at the Namibian Craft Centre. There is a 50% sale on items, as well as something to drink at the luxury consignment store between 17h00 and 19h00.
This Weekend
The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (Nascam) will host an Intellectual Property Workshop on 8 May from 08h30 to 15h30 at the Namibian College of Open Learning in Windhoek. Creators, innovators and entrepreneurs are welcome to come learn about copyright and music rights, licensing and royalties, and protecting your creative work under the theme ‘IP and the Creative Entrepreneur – Building a Sustainable Future’. Register at info@nascam.org.
There’s a Winter Market next Saturday morning at Dagbreek School for the Intellectually Impaired. Enjoy some food, soup, hot drinks and more.
Next Week
From 11-17 May is the Xtream Holiday Camp for 15- to 25-year-olds who want to work on personal development, creative and practical skills, social and spiritual growth, agriculture (horticulture), discipline and responsibility, sport and recreation, and hygiene. This will take place at Jessica Guesthouse at Ruacana.
There’s a Cake Decorating Workshop hosted by Marion at Droombos on 16 May from 08h30 to 16h30. Come have some fun, chat a little, and learn a lot, whether you’re just curious or ready to start your cake decorating journey. No experience is needed and participation will cost you N$2 500, which includes all materials, equipment, a light lunch and refreshments.
Recurring
Pilates instructor Nimsi hosts classes at 3B Gerald Evans in Olympia. There are hour-long slots on Mondays at 16h00, Tuesdays at 17h00 and 18h00, Thursdays at 08h30 and Fridays at 07h30 for N$100.
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 on 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.
Every other Thursday is a social activities event – ‘Make Friends and Bla Bla Language Exchange’ – at Urban Oasis Apartments in Windhoek from 20h00 to 22h00. Come through, mingle and get acquainted free of charge.
Fridays you can now join Nice Dance Kizomba classes at their Windhoek Academy between 17h30 and 19h00 at the National Theatre of Namibia Rehearsal Room. Lessons are N$100 per person.
The National Theatre of Namibia is hosting the Stage Actors Training Lab 2026 every Saturday in their Rehearsal Room between 09h00 and 13h00. These sessions are for aspiring actors, emerging performers and professional actors seeking to refine their craft. N$50-per-class tickets are only available via Webtickets.
Beyond
Droombos in Windhoek is hosting The Baby Expo on 30 May. Attendees can expect top brands and exhibitors in fertility, maternity, pregnancy and early childhood, food stalls, fun kids’ activities, entertainment and a baby photo competition. Entry is N$120 for everyone 16 and up.
Come through to Guten Morgen Eatery’s curated Wine Tasting and Soup Evening on 31 May. Indulge in an evening of warmth, flavour, and fine wine paired with a selection of hearty seasonal soups, and a comforting dessert to end the night. The event is limited to 50 guests and costs N$590 per person. Pre-booking & pre-payment required.
–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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