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Escape Addis- Sunday 20 May – LIONS AND CHEETAHS (Lunch on the Wildside)

Submitted on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 15:09

For a breath of fresh air - A chance to get outside Addis for a Sunday. Ideal for those who enjoy nature and wildlife. Ideal for families. Only 30kms away, have a simple lunch (included) and opportunity to see cheetahs, lions, tortoise, monkeys and acres of flourishing bush. 600 ETB per person to cover costs for the day. Bookings essential.

Designers and Artisans Bazaar

Submitted on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 15:02

Unique art and craft work from more than 100 artists/producer groups. Saturday 12 May and Sunday 13 May, from 10:00 AM— 5:00 PM at the Floral Tropical Gardens, near Central (Peacock) Park, off Bole Road.
For more information, call 0911-743-940. Entrance is 30 birr, children under 12 free.

Tibebe Terffa, A Painter —LeLa Art Gallery

Submitted on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 14:40

Opening reception on Saturday 5 May, from 3:00 PM onward. Exhibition runs until 27 May 2012.

Tibebe Terffa is one of Ethiopia's prominent professional studio artists living and working in Addis Ababa. Over the years, he has exhibited at various galleries and institutes in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa and Harar. His work has also been exhibited internationally in Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Spain and the U.S.A. In Canada,he gained popularity during many residency programs he participated in at St Norbert’s Art Center in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Addis Film Festival: 1-6 May

Submitted on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 14:40

Visit www.addisfilmfestival.org for details

Swasthy Yoga

Submitted on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 10:13

Swasthy Addis has yoga classes, taught by Deborah, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00—7:30 PM and on Saturdays from 10:00—11:30 AM, in the kebena area behind Ras Amba Hotel. Contact her at 0921-146-956 or info(at)swasthyaddis.com for more information. Yoga classes are 80 birr per session, 500 birr a month and you can come three times a week or if you can only come once a week then 260 birr for 4 classes (prices are including VAT).

Behind the Scenes – ARTISANS IN ADDIS – This coming Saturday 28 April 2012

Submitted on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 10:00

A popular outing requested many times, to take a look at some clever talented people hidden away in the city. Leaving from the Hilton carpark, 9 AM sharp and returning noon. Cost: 350ETB per person. Email Pamela to reserve a seat: destinationethiopiatours(at)gmail.com.

Spring Motleys Concerts!

Submitted on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 09:58

The Faure Requiem will be the featured piece this season as well as Beethoven's Hallelujah and many gospel songs. Our last Spring Season concert is Tuesday 1 May at Anglican Church (4 kilo) at 7:00 PM.

“Meeting Here" Art Exhibition

Submitted on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 09:56

The opening of the "Meeting Here" art exhibition, with artists Nuru Abegaz, Roshan Linsi and John Downey, will be held on Thursday 26 April at the German Development Cooperation Office at 5:30 PM, in Kazaches behind the Intercontinental Hotel. The exhibition will be open from 26 April to 25 May, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Reiki Universal Energy Workshop In Addis: Traditional Usui Reiki Level I

Submitted on Fri, 04/13/2012 - 14:39

Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 April 2012: Open yourself to the healing powers of the universe.

Reiki promotes personal & spiritual growth, expands consciousness and stimulates intuitive, spiritual and creative Awareness. Usui Reiki 1st with Eugenia (Enya) Gerassimides, Usui Reiki Master/Teacher.

Participants: min 6, max 12, register by 21 April. Info/registration: 0912-795-876 or poulzina(at)gmail.com

Group or Individual Pilates Classes

Submitted on Fri, 04/13/2012 - 14:30

Visit http://www.wix.com/philiptjames/philpilates for more information. Pilates classes on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00 PM in Old Airport, starting Wednesday 18 April.