FRESHLY SQUEEZED⚡️ Nov 18–24

The weekly newsletter wrapping up all the best events in Lagos Portugal.

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Goodtimes Lagos
November 17, 2024

Good evening dear Freshly Squeezed readers,
It’s always delightful when we’ve got some extra fresh drops for the newsletter, and this week? Well, it’s exploding with freshness💥.

Which reminds me, to remind you: your events and tips are always very welcome.
Freshly Squeezed exists to connect people with good times—because we know that social connections, an active lifestyle, learning, gratitude, and kindness are key to happiness. If through this platform we can bring more of those things to people’s lives, its totally worth dedicating our Sundays to 💖.
So… if you do any activity that you think might bring others joy, hit reply and share it with us. Together let’s help more people have an awesome day, everyday💫.

Some of the freshest drops this week:

  • Social morning swimming 🏊‍♀️

  • Embrace a new tactic for getting your writing done - peer pressure 😉

  • Drink wine and talk tales with an insta-famous wine buff 🍷

  • Ladies do lunch 🥗

  • A chance to get out your finest attire, party and raise funds for local charities 🍾 

Todays good mood is sponsored by tequila 
Just Joking 😉 

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🔥 This week’s hot drops

Got something to share? Let us know! 
Many more regular happenings, down below.

Monday, Nov 18

🖥️ Build your own website in a day
Here is an opportunity to make an online presence you are proud of, and in just 6 hours! Experienced designer Laura will guide you, in a small group of 6, from idea to launch. Cost includes sushi lunch and 1:1 online call at a later date, to publish the site online.
9:30–16:00 | 105€ | at The SPACE | Book now

Tuesday, Nov 19

🤸🏼‍♀️🍛 Aerial Yoga & Comfort food 
Yoga but more fun, followed by some wholesome edible goodness. Hosted by talented visiting chef and yogi, Ana Lourenço on two dates only (Nov 19 & 27). Spaces are limited so get in fast.
18:50–19:50 | 22€ info & booking | at Spot Pilates, Lagos

🍶🌷 Ceramics Workshop: Nature captured in Time
Learn the basics of ceramic floral casting and create something beautiful in this 3 hr workshop (for adults), with refreshments and light nibbles. Hosted by Fleur Ceramica 
11–14:00 | 50€ book here | at The SPACE

📝🦄 Write Night
Ever sit down to write and accidentally found yourself doing laundry, defrosting the freezer or clipping toenails instead? We’ve all been there. And thats why Write Night was born! Join a writing "gang" for accountability, support, and creativity. Whether you’re writing a book, your journal, or just your shopping list😉, this will help you get it done. Afterwards, unwind and celebrate your productivity over a social drink (20–21:00).
18–20:00 | 5€ inc. beer/water | at Factory Fusion Hub, Lagos

👩‍🦳 Women’s Entrepreneurship Day
Overcome your fear of being visible online and meet some other girl bosses.
10–12:30 | free | at Lagos Entrepreneur's Factory, Lagos Marina

🍹Remoters Meetup
The bi-weekly after-work-drinks session is on again this week. Meet some remote workers and residents at this relaxed and friendly gathering. Why not?!
19:30–22:00 | free | at Southwest Bistro, Lagos Marina 1st floor

Wednesday, Nov 20

🏊‍♀️ Morning Swim Club
You’ve probably heard about all the fabulous benefits of cold water immersion - improved immune system, mood, motivation, skin, sleep… the list goes on. Well in Lagos there is no shortage of cold water, and there is also a swimming Club! Join 15-20 friendly people on Wednesday mornings for a swim and coffee (provided), and kick your day into action like a hero 💥.
9:15 | free | at Dona Ana Beach 

🍷📘 Book Chat & Wine tasting
Instagram star Adam Lovell is serious about wine. He is always trippin’ & sippin’ on the quest for the best 🍷. He will be there with his book editor to share some stories and polish off some bottles with you :).
17:00 | 20€ RSVP here | at MADAME! Wine shop

Thursday, Nov 21  

🍵 Create your own winter Elixir
A cosy evening of making a winter immunity elixir from local, health boosting ingredients. Book now
19–20:30 | 20€ | at The SPACE

✍🏼 Endless Illustrated Book workshop
Learn to make a fun, interactive, never ending, illustrated book in this hands-on workshop. Taught in Portuguese.
14:30–17:30 | 20€ inc. materials | at Teias Arte Local | Book here

🍻 Quiz night
Arrival from 19:00, Quiz starts 20:00 | best to book a table | at The Collab 

🎤 Pop-Up Choir #2
Karaoke meets choir: rock up and sing your heart out, whether novice or pro. Bound to have some therapeutic benefits.
20:00 | free | at Tito’s Luz (in Orbitur Camping)

Friday, Nov 22

🎡 Feira Franca
From today until Sunday (Nov 22-24)the grounds beside the Lagos stadium should be filled with show rides. Free entry 

🥙 Women walk & lunch event
Enjoy a social walk, followed by a shared lunch of tapas and sandwiches.
11:00 Walk | free | Meet at marina side of the Footbridge
13:00 Lunch | 15€ exc. drink | at Factory Fusion Hub

🎨🍷 Art & Wine Evening (EN/PT)
Talented artist Samantha will help you unleash your creativity in this relaxed painting workshop, with some wine for extra confidence, skills and good times ;).
18–21:00 | 35€ inc. materials | at Teias Arte Local | Book here

🔗 The Art of Connection Game night
If you’re looking for real, meaningful conversations, this Authentic Relating Game Night could be exactly what you need. No networking, no small talk. Just real connections.
18:30–21:00 | 10–30€ | at La Casa del Corpo

🎬 Movie Night
A cosy community evening with a movie, tea and snacks. The film is a surprise, but you can expect thought-provoking themes that align with The Seed’s values of personal growth and well-being. RSVP to save your spot. Everyone is welcome 💫.
20–21:30 | donation | at The Seed, Lagos

✅ Quiz night at The Tavern
Trivia, drinks 🍻, camaraderie and prizes… Good times on a Friday night.
20:00 | free | at The Tavern, Lagos

Saturday, Nov 23

🏐 Beach Volleyball - All welcome 
13:00 | free | at Meia Praia | Join the WhatsApp group for updates

🐩🧑🏻‍🎨 Pet & Paint Art Workshop
A relaxing art session where you’ll create a portrait of your pet or other favourite animal. They’ve suggested you bring a photo. I would think everyone bringing live subject matter might be more entertaining🐓🐈🐕🐒, but you’ll have to inquire about that. In any case it will be an enjoyable afternoon of creativity, tea, and cake! All materials provided.
15–18:00 | 35€ | at LiLAC Studio, Chinicato

🧸 Make your own baby toys
A playful afternoon workshop of toy making, led by an industrial designer.
15–17:00 | 25€ inc. materials | reserve your spot | at Arco Preloved

💞 Intimate Somatics II
Learn the number one reason why most couples are unable to drop into an embodied state of surrendered love & sustain it, and how to change that.
11:30–13:30 | 40€ | at The Seed, Lagos

✨ KAP Group session
A direct energy transmission that activates life force energy. You’ll lie on a yoga mat, close your eyes, and listen to some music while the facilitator transmits the life force energy through intuitive movements, gestures and sometimes touch.
16–18:00 | 65€ | at The Seed, Lagos

🥂 Casino Royale Charity Ball
Put on your best dress and enjoy a fancy evening of live music, dinner, drinks, dancing and raising funds for charity. Unfortunately no gambling involved, so we are a bit confused about the casino name, but fun for a good cause in any case.
18:30 | 70€ inc 3 course dinner & drinks & charity donation | at Tivoli Hotel, Lagos

Sunday, Nov 24

🏃🏽 Easy day run club
Yes, now on Sunday mornings. Free, social runs (≈5-6km) followed by coffee & chat.
Meet 9:00 | free | at Everyday people coffee 

💭 Past life Regretion Group experience
In this session, Antonia Dienst guides you through Breathwork, followed by accessing past life experiences, to discover your own place and potential in the group.
11:45–13:45 | 45€ | at The Seed, Lagos

🍗 Sunday Roast & Live music: Juke Joint Blues
12–18:00 | Booking required: +351 282072172 | at Tito’s Luz

And all this coming up Next week… 

🤖 Practical applications of AI Meetup at The Collab on Nov 26. Learn about how to harness AI in your personal and professional life.

📱Shooting food workshop: a hands-on class from a content creator, teaching you about angles, light, film editing and ideas - on Nov 27 at Kinoah Luz

💓 Speaking from the heart talk from two inspiring speakers, at Lifestyle VilaMos on Nov 27

🎂 Local Lagos celebrates its 1 year birthday - and wow, have they achieved a lot!👏 - At The Space on Nov 28 

🎅🏼 Christmas market at Mercearia Bio Café Lagos on Nov 30

🎄Christmas Market in Praia da Luz on Nov 30

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