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COMEDY RIOT: Braeburn Schools Gitanga Road, October 22nd, 7pm. Up for an
evening of hysterical laughter and authentic comedy? Well, come get your belly laughs as some of Kenya’s freshest comedy acts incite a comedy riot. 0103 132337 / 0791 478090.
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21st - 27th OCT
KESHO AMAHORO: Braeburn Schools Gitanga Road, October
20th - 21st. A true story, based on the personal experiences of the Playwright (Lizzie Jago) and brought to life by the magical songs of the Composer and Musical Director (Anna Rusbatch). 0103 132337 / 0791 478090.
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Art
Elhassan Elmountasir - Unfit for Selfie: Tribal Gallery, until 16th October, 6pm. Elhassan Elmountasir is a visual artist and designer at the forefront of today’s exciting Sudanese scene. Based in Khartoum, his work chiefly explores questions of inner identity and our individual relationships with broader social structures and cultures. www.tribal-gallery.com Light and Blue Silence: Alliance Française Nairobi, until October 23rd. Through shadow and blur effects in dark blue hues, Jimmy generates representations and visions from the past evoking a sense of nostalgia. His works take us back in time, through stories told by his grandfather, that retrace the Nairobi of the 60’s and 70’s. Jimmy imagines himself living in those times through his paintings. www.afkenya.org Abusharia Ahmed: A Retrospective of 30 Years : Redhill Art Gallery, until November 13th, 11am - 5pm. This exhibition shows a glimpse of Abusharia’s wide and multifaceted oeuvre over a period of three decades. info@redhillartgallery.com
Sip & Stitch: Provisions Kenya, Acacia House, Lower Kabete, October 22nd, 1pm. Bring your knitting, crochet or sewing projects to our cozy retail shop in Lower Kabete. Join your fellow crafters as we enjoy snacks and drinks, as well as share projects, ideas and tips. This event is free to attend. Chisels & Brushes Art Exhibition: Loresho Ridge Art Commune, Off Lower Kabete Road, October 22nd, 2pm. Live band by The Elephant Grass Musical Chairs. 0796 430079
KE W SIHT of the conference is to provide a platform to the researchers and practitioners from both academia as well as industry to meet and share cutting edge development in the field. Facilities Infrastructure, Maintenance and Management (FIMM) Training: Sunstar Hotel Nairobi, Garden Estate Nairobi, October 24th, 8:30am. Upon the completion of the infrastructure, maintenance and management programs, the trainee will have the skills to serve the organization in such essential operations as maintenance of public buildings, roads and mobile equipment. Gender Based Violence Course: Foscore Development Center, Transnational Plaza, Nairobi, October 24th. The purpose of this course is to increase participant’s knowledge and understanding of the concept of gender, and gender-based violence, sexuality, and rights. Taxation of SMEs in Kenya:
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi, October 27th - 28th. Ronald’s LLP is a modern professional services firm providing invaluable professional advice in an environment that encourages teamwork, innovation and excellence. They will be hosting a two day training on Taxation of SMEs in Kenya. +254 717 558212.
Expositions
University of Nairobi Research Week: University of Nairobi, October 24th - 28th. Emerging research and technologies for sustainable development in society. www.researchweek.uonbi.ac.ke The Luxury Wedding Showcase: Radisson Blu Hotel UpperHill, October 22nd. A curated and interactive experience featuring the world’s best luxury brands.
Courses, Lectures & Festivals & Fairs Workshops Craft Wildscreen Festival 2022 Container Gardening Class: Provisions Kenya, Acacia House, Lower Kabete, October 22nd, 11am. Discussing care for vegetables, fruits, herbs and trees. Whether on a window ledge or a sunny corner of the balcony, there’s always a little something you can do to grow a plant and brighten up your day.
International Conference on Comparative Gastroenterology and Veterinary Gastroenterology: Tune Hotel, Westlands, Nairobi, October 23rd - 24th. The aim
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Lake Ellis Hike & Meru National Park: Lake Ellis and Meru National Park. October 20th - 23rd. Enjoy the drive to Mt Kenya Chogoria Gate and hike up to Lake Ellis going through the Nithi falls and back. +254 722 591024, info@ itchyfeet.co.ke Couples’ Retreat Ngare Ndare: Ngare Ndare Forest, October 22nd. Ngare Ndare forest is a lush indigenous forest at the northern foothills of Mt. Kenya. Azure pools glisten at the bottom of waterfalls and 200 years old trees stretch into the canopy supporting a rich variety of bird and animal life. Create memories, meet strangers, and make lifetime friends.
Alliance Française, Nairobi, October 24th, 6pm. A naive and passionate Parisian dog called Chien Pourri roams the streets of Paris with his faithful alley companion, Chaplapla, his faithful alley companion.
Kereita Forest Zip Lining, Team Building & Nature Walk: Kereita Forest, October 23rd. Go hiking in one of the most spectacular wild sites you can ever visit in Kenya and also zip-line along the longest zip lines in Africa.
Fundraisers
Food & Wine
NIGHTLIFE: All White Pool Party Diamond Plaza 2, Parklands, Nairobi, October 23rd, 5pm. Brought to you by Classified Events, Bruce & Sharp Entertainment, TwinAutos. +254 792 816253 / +254 799 470799. Thursday Sundowner: Lifestyle Gigiri, Every Thursday. Bonfire, Danish hotdogs, sausages, drinks and fun. 0705 815347
Music
Black & White Affair: Nakuru Athletics Club, October 22nd. The Black and White Affair is bringing the party to Nakuru alongside Nadia Mukami, H_art the Band & DJ Most Wanted.
Sundeck Sundowners: Tribe Hotel, Nairobi, every Thursday to Sunday, 3pm - 6pm. Experience all the goodness that there is and get to toast to the new warm season from our various outlets right here at Village Market. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and canapès at the Tribe sundeck. +254 732 186601 Uncorked Fest: The Social House, Nairobi, October 22nd, 10am. A mini Wine Festival, an opportunity to taste, enjoy and learn about wine with a masterclass from the one and only Victoria Mulu (Team Wine Kenya) Brunch for the Girlies: Rosslyn Riviera, Nairobi, October 22nd, 11am. Brunch for the Girlies is a women’s event that aims to celebrate and promote women in all spheres of life.
Global Hubs: Emara Hotel Ole Sereni, Nairobi, October 21st, 11am. The introduction of the Festival Global Hubs will offer the opportunity for storytellers and change makers based in global natural history content hotspots to be part of the festival.
Travel
Chien pourri – La Vie à Paris:
Runway Rockstars: The Academy of Dance & Art, October 21st, 11pm. T21 FSO desires to develop a state-of-the-art facility that will focus on the education, health and social well being of persons with Down syndrome hence preparing them to live to their full potential.
Team Foodies Kenya: Moonlite Cafe & Restaurant, Avenue House along Banda Street, October 22nd, 2pm. A foodies meetup showcasing Somali Cuisine, at a recently opened upmarket restaurant, plate service in four course style.
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Sun El Musician X Simmy: The Winning Post, Inside Ngong Racecourse. October 23rd, 12pm. The Winning Post presents Sun El Musician X Simmy live in concert. Harry Richie: Alliance Française, Nairobi, October 26th, 7pm. Harry Richie and the A’nyore Roots Band behind the national hit ‘Vaida’. Entry is free.
Nightlife
East FM Live with PBN: Carnivore, Simba Saloon, October 22nd, 1pm. Join us for the official East FM Live with PBN event. DJ Rishi and Pritam on the Dhol will be performing. Wild N Out: Miniciti Grounds, Kisumu. October 22nd, 2pm. Tug of war, shots challenge, bottle spinning, color splash and dance challenges.Music by DJ Anam, DJ Azim, DJ Asani & DJ Braviah. Hosted by Obreezy, Apiyo and Nikita. Rucio Ne Madey Brunch: Paradise Gardens, Kiambu Road, October 23rd, 12pm. Country edition with Sir Elvis. Music by The Last Call, DJ KF, DJ Epic and ZJ Clarks.
Special Events
International Stammering Awareness Day: Alliance Française, Nairobi, October 22nd, 1:30pm. Representation and normalization of stammering in society. Activities include presentation by Speech and Language Therapist, Testimonials by persons who stammer, how to get a disability card and its benefits. 0733 927933, info@ stammeringkenya.org
Theatre & Stage
Kesho Amahoro: Braeburn Schools, Gitanga Road, October 20th - 21st. Kesho Amahoro is a true story, based on the personal experiences of the Playwright (Lizzie Jago) and brought to life by the magical songs of the Composer and Musical Director (Anna Rusbatch). 0103 132337 / 0791 478090. Till Kingdom Come: Aromah the Restaurant, October 23rd, 4pm. A poetry concept show revolving around growth, evolution, change and ideals guiding the humans in their endeavor to survive. 0768 931485, labanmuuo700@ gmail.com Comedy Riot: Braeburn Schools Gitanga Road, October 22nd, 7pm. Up for an evening of hysterical laughter and authentic comedy? Well, come get your belly laughs as some of Kenya’s freshest comedy acts incite a comedy riot. 0103 132337 / 0791 478090.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy Game Drive: Ol Pejeta Conservancy, October 23rd. The road trip to Ol Pejeta Conservancy for a game drive of a kind. By visiting the conservancy you help protect the endangered wildlife in Kenya. OutdoorMan Cabins Colour Fest: Gicheru Falls, Kirinyaga, October 23rd. Nestled among beautiful tea farms, OutdoorMan Cabins is a picturesque picnic site set by the Gicheru falls in Kirinyaga. The site spots water swings, volleyball and swimming by the waterfall. www.lillaktours.com
Yoga, Wellness & Meditation
Eco na Mimi Retreat: Eco Farmhouse. October 20th - 23rd. This Mashujaa Day weekend, experience a one-of-a-kind ecofarm, possibly the largest fruit farm in Kenya. Immerse yourself in nature surrounded by wandering ostriches with a whole bunch of optional activities and plenty of time to rest and rejuvenate. Weekly Yoga Sessions with Rachana: Ikigai, Lower Kabete, Every Monday and Thursday, 5:30pm. Come enjoy outdoor Vinyasa yoga sessions as we start and end the week grounded, centered and charged for the week ahead through breathing, meditation and movement on our mats. 0741 449277 Yoga (Intermediate Level): Provisions Kenya, Acacia House, Lower Kabete, October 22nd, 9:30am. Join us on Saturday for a healing and transformative intermediate level hatha and vinyasa yoga session, led by Mercy Chege. Yoga builds a relationship between your body, mind and breath, and Mercy will guide you in finding a release, so that you can comfortably and competently move your body through life.
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AMSTERDAM In the 1930s, three friends witness a murder, are framed for it, and uncover one of the most outrageous plots in American history.
TAD THE LOST EXPLORER In reality, Tad is a Chicago construction worker. One day, however, he is mistaken for a real professor and takes his place on a flight to Peru in search of the lost city of Paititi.
WOMAN KING A historical epic inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries.
LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE Feature film based on the children’s book about a crocodile that lives in New York City.
Genre: Comedy, Drama, History Cast: Christian Bale, John David Washington, Chris Rock
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Adventure, Family Cast: Óscar Barberán, Michelle Jenner, José Mota
Genre: Action, Drama, History Cast: Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, John Boyega
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Cast: Constance Wu, Scoot McNairy, Javier Bardem
BLACK ADAM Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the Egyptian gods-and imprisoned just as quicklyBlack Adam is freed from his earthly tomb. GENRE: Action, Fantasy, Science Fiction CAST: Dwayne Johnson, Viola Davis, Sarah Shahi
TICKET TO PARADISE A divorced couple that teams up and travels to Bali to stop their daughter from making the same mistake they think they made 25 years ago.
DOCTOR G Uday Gupta’s reluctance leads to chaos, confusion, comedy and eventually, great camaraderie with his fellow classmates.
RAM SETU An atheist archaeologist turned believer must race against time to prove the true existence of the legendary Ram Setu before evil forces destroy the pillar of India’s heritage.
THANK GOD A couple of goofy, kind-hearted men as they try to reform society.
Genre: Comedy, Romance Cast: George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Sean Lynch
Genre: Comedy, Drama Cast: Rakul Preet Singh, Ayushmann Khurrana, Shefali Shah
Genre: Action, Adventure Cast: Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nushrratt Bharuccha
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy Cast: Rakul Preet Singh, Nora Fatehi, Ajay Devgn
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