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Pakistan Business Investment & Franchise Forum (PakBIFF) 2019
If you are looking for investment options for a new project idea, or if you have a company that could do better with more finances, then this event is for you. . Pakistan Business Investment and Franchise Forum 2019 is coming up with a full-day moot on 10th September, from 10 am to 7pm, in the vicinity of Mariott Hotel.
Who will be exhibiting in this forum? People including startups, IT companies, projects under CPEC, women entrepreneurs, banks and financial institutions, stocks and securities, insurance companies, real estate agents, or any running business seeking expansion or survival will be present. There will also be capital and angel investors, individual investors, investment executives and franchisers. Hence, the forum will facilitate networking and communication between the two parties so that both stakeholders could be benefitted from the program.
So, visit www.pakbiff.com for registration. Also follow their official facebook link to know further about this.
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ERDC Workshop: The Art of Storytelling
This workshop is specifically designed for parents and teachers who want to enhance their skillset for improving their children’s growth and development. EDRC’s The Art of Storytelling will teach you how to become a storyteller so that you can explore ways to engage children in meaningful and creative activities, through the medium of stories. Ayesha Salman, who is a parent counselor, a trainer and a professional storyteller, will be conducting this two-day workshop.
The workshop is scheduled on 12th and 13th September, 2019 from 3pm to 6pm at Educational Resource Development Centre’s main office. The per participant fee is Rs. 3150 and will also include workshop materials, refreshments and certificates.
To register, click here.Visit this link to know more about the upcoming events of ERDC
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Startup weekend Karachi Women 2019
The Pakistan chapter of Google’s famous Startup weekend is being organized under the name, “Startup Weekend Women 2019”, this weekend from 13th to 15th September at the Nest i/o office, which is one of the biggest incubation centers in the country. Startup Weekend Women aims to foster female entrepreneurship and facilitate the creation of women-owned businesses. In a time frame of 54 hours, teams will compete against one another and transform an idea into a potential company. The goal is to inspire females to take up leadership roles in startup teams, and to connect more women to the resources and mentors available in startup communities. The winning team will also get a chance to travel to technologically advanced city-state of Singapore!
Follow this link to register for the competition. Once shortlisted, you will follow further registration process and enter the competition.
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Family FunDay
The Elixer School is organizing a family fun day at the Elixer Private Zoo. The festival is a free-entry, family only event organized on Saturday 14th September from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
The venue expects a fairly large number of guests and has arranged dedicated fire show and pet show performance. There will also be fun spaces designed for children to play and learn from. It will also be a fantastic opportunity for families to come and visit the zoo, watch the adorable animals and learn about them. Elixir Zoo is proud to be the only breeding house in the heart of city providing free and safe entertainment for the residents of Karachi. So this ought not to be missed if you are planning a family day out this coming week!
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Qawwali Mehfil: Subhan Ahmed Nizami
Join the beautiful space of Alliance Francaise De and get mesmerized in a qawwali mehfil with Qawwal Subhan Ahmed Nizami and his group on Saturday, 14 September 2019, from 8:30 to 10pm. Subhan Ahmed Nizami is a descendant of Delhi’s prestigious “Qawwal Bachon Ka Gharana”. As the families grew and reached almost 50 members, each Ustad formed his own qawwali troupe, adding to the wealth of the gharana’s heritage. In addition to performing in Pakistan, Subhan and his brothers have given several extremely well-received concerts in France.
Here is a glimpse of Subhan Ahmed Nizami performing in his usual fiery style at the Fes World Festival of Sacred Music in Morocco last year.
So music enthusiasts, don’t miss Subhan and his ensemble’s performance this weekend! Follow this link for further information and registration details.
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Journeys That Inspire
This is a joint venture of The History Project and The Second Floor (T2F) designed for middle school students interested in “Beyond the classroom” education so that they get the toolset to learn more than what is taught to them within the confines of a classroom. The event is going to share out-of-the-box learning methods for students, stories of people who are leaders in their fields, have seen the world, have learnt through experiences, did not give up and most of all, love what they do. It will force the attendees to push their mental horizon and explore new dimensions that one might not have never thought about.
So join them at T2F on 14th September from 7 PM – 8:30 PM, and hop on this journey that inspires!
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Art as Therapy for our Mental Well-Being
HEF Events, in association with “MAJMUA” gallery, is a colorful workshop that will give you an opportunity to explore how art and expression can positively impact your mental health. Increasing number of research has shown that there is a strong relationship between art and mental therapy. At a point in life, we all struggle with anxiety, depression and/or burn-out, all of which can harm our ability to lead the best of our capabilities.
Its about time you pay attention to self-care! So, show up at Pakistan Institute of Management (PIM)on Saturday, 14 September 2019 from 3 pm to 5:30 pm and learn how to use “Art as therapy and mental well being”.The fees to attend this workshop is PKR 1000 and if you register by 12th September, you’ll avail an early bird discount of PKR 850! For further details, visit this link.
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Saba - Dreams Matter (Theatre Campaign)
Thespianz’s organization is running a social theatre play, “Saba – Dreams matter”, in association with United Nations Development Program and Sustainability Agents. It is a street theatre campaign and has been launched with the aim of empowering women from underprivileged areas of the city. This is strategized by performance of street plays and then follow-up info sessions to sensitize guardians to encourage and support their women. These performances also advocate the acquisition of professional jobs and the necessity of engaging in skills and development trainings.
The street theatre campaign will show 11 performances in various street spots of Korangi, every weekend on Sundays, till the 10th of November, 2019. The first show opened on 25th August, 2019, with great attendance. If you live in Korangi, or if you belong to a social organization, or if you are just a citizen of Karachi interested in enjoying a free theatre play while also learning about crucial social subjects pertaining to different sections of the city, then this should interest you!
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Sunday Matinee - Indus Blues
This is a must-watch independent film in which Pakistani folk artists talk about their struggle to keep a fading art form alive while reminding the world what they are about to lose. Despite the richness of the various cultures flourishing along the mighty Indus river, their sounds have faded to the background in a world dominated by modern musical instruments. Filmmaker Jawad Sharif takes us on a journey spanning a thousand miles from the Karakoram Mountains to the southern coastline, capturing the little-known ethnic, linguistic, and musical diversity and humanism of the cultures of the Indus. The film focuses on the performances from last remaining maestros playing their respective instruments.
Boasting critical acclaim, Indus Blues is an exploration of this age-old musical tradition and its state in the modern world. Hosted by Goethe-Institut Pakistan, Indus Blues will be aired at the Capri Cinema on 15th September 2019. The showtime is from 11am to 1pm. Follow this link to find out more.
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Sunday Matinee - Indus Blues
Al Noor Cruise, in association with Eventtage and Roadtrips.pk, is back with another Family Cruise! This gathering will feature live music, on-cruise BBQ and dedicated shows for children, so that all members of the family make the most out of the evening. The organizers have made sure that all bases are covered, with buffet dinner for foodies, professional photographies for those keen for aesthetics, and conveniences like gendered bathrooms and human and property security.
For full itenary, cost and further details, follow this link.
