True Stories of Typhoon Yolanda Take a Shakespearian Spin

This week has been an eventful one to say the least. We already gave you items to help you get some rest after everything that has happened. Now, we’re bringing you our weekly roundup of events to lift up your mood. Drinks and retail therapy always helps, right?

Parties

The Pit
Nov. 11, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City

DJs Aries, Yung Bawal, and Dos Morenos are set to give you a mix that’s sure to get the party going all night long.

TIME in Manila x SHIFT presents Stefan Goldmann
Nov. 11, 11 p.m. onwards
TIME in Manila, 7840 Makati Avenue, Makati City

German DJ Stefan Goldmann is offering his beats to TIME in Manila along with local DJs Martin Lugtu, Samantha Nicole, and Clyde Harris.

Manila PubCrawl BGC Invasion
Nov. 12, 7:45 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
Niner Ichi Nana, G/F The Globe Tower, 32nd Street corner 7th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

A weekend filled with drinks, games, and new friends sounds like good one, doesn’t it? Find all of these at the Manila PubCrawl for a ticket price of P890.

Art

XYZeries: Colonize(d) – A Duet on Identity and Intersectionality
Nov. 12, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Pineapple Lab, 6071 R. Palma Street, Makati City

Filipino artist Issa Manalo Lopez and American artist Siobhan O’Loughlin works together to portray the relationship between the colonial histories of both worlds.

Quatro Hapimeel: Mighty Happy
Nov. 12, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
NOVA Gallery, Wareouse 12A, La Fuerza Compound, Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City

Artist Quatro Los Baños presents how he survived in his hometown and the loss of a loved one.

Recent Works
Nov. 13, 6 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Secret Fresh, G/F RONAC Art Center, Ortigas Avenue, Greenhills, San Juan

Artist Valerie Chua brings you realistic florals and figures for her solo exhibit this Sunday.

Theater

The Tempest Reimagined
Nov. 12, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
PETA Theater Center, 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, Quezon City

This reimagination of Shakespeare’s play takes on three true stories of Typhoon Yolanda survivors. The show formally opens tomorrow and will run until Dec. 4. You can get your tickets here and even avail of their buy two, get one promo.

Food

Seafood Extravaganza
Nov. 11 to 12, 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
HYATT City of Dreams Manila, Aseana Avenue corner Roxas Boulevard, Entertainment City, Parañaque City

This weekend, HYATT’s buffet will be filled with all kinds of seafood that you love. Make a reservation right now so you don’t have to wait in line.

Eat to Live Workshop
Nov. 12, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
LIFE Yoga Center, 2/F Eight Forbestown Road, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Learn how you can be more mindful with the food you eat at this workshop led by nutritionist Helene Dunlop and yoga teacher Christina Dinkel Maningo.

Southern Discoveries
Nov. 12, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
East Bay Clubhouse, KM21 East Service Road, Sucat, Muntinlupa City

Experience a fusion of international flavors, live entertainment, and activities at Southern Living’s all-day event. Don’t skip out on food from Birdmen, Pepi Cubano, Cravings, and more concessionaires there.

Fashion

Superga Shop Party
Nov. 12, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Central Square, 5th Avenue corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Attention, sneakerheads! Head over to Superga’s shop party and get great deals on your new kicks. Make sure you pre-register first!

Bazaars

The Maker’s Market at Tiendesitas
Nov. 12 to 13, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tiendesitas, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City

Find local handmade crafts from Atelier Marikina, Blissful Loops, and more at this bazaar up north.

Spectrum Wonderland
Nov. 12 to 13, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
White Space, 2314 Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City

For an entrance fee of P150, you can browse a selection of fashion, food, and crafts at Spectrum this weekend. Take your pick from brands like Carpenter, Zin, Iconic Socks, and much more.

Workshops

Mindful Mom Retreat
Nov. 12, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sarika Function Room, Dusit Thani Manila, EDSA, Makati City

Take part in a whole day of informative talks and activities for all the moms out there. You only need to pay P800 and register here.

Sales

Ethan Allen Anniversary Sale
Nov. 11 to 13, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Ethan Allen Showroom, 9/F Twenty-four Seven Building, 24th Street corner 7th Avenue and McKinley Parkway, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Shop for new interiors at Ethan Allen’s 20th Anniversary Sale. Enjoy up to 50 percent off on selected items for the whole weekend so you can redecorate your home or give them to friends and family.

 

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