PLANT CIRCLE — AN OASIS FOR EXOTIC PLANTS AND WORKSHOPS

We’ve recently been spending more time in Neukölln’s green oasis — and we’re not talking about Tempelhofer Feld, but rather a new shop in Schillerkiez which opened its doors in May 2018, just in time for the gardening and balcony season. Specializing in all things green, the concept store brings together three ventures: Ania Grzeszek’s Kaliko, Maya Sriqui’s Garden State and the eponymous online shop Plant Circle by Monika Kalinowska. The store not only offers rare species such as fishbone cacti or jewel orchids but also plant swap parties and numerous workshops (like candle making using soy wax or plant-based textile dyeing). Even those whose fingers aren’t so green will find something for them here — such as a workshop called “How not to kill your plants”, during which you’ll learn how to transform your home into a more lush oasis. And in case you needed yet another reason to visit, Plant Circle plants a tree for each plant that’s purchased, and Garden State donates a portion of the proceeds of their candles to animal shelters. (Text: Lisa Staub / Photos: Plant Circle)

Plant Circle, Allertstr.11, 12049 Berlin-Neukölln; map

Wed-Sat 12-19h

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SAVVY CONTEMPORARY: BEYOND THE WESTERN GAZE IN WEDDING

Cameroon-born Bonaventure Ndikung, who originally studied biotechnology, quickly became part of the Berlin art scene through his work as a curator for some of the city’s major institutions, including Documenta 14. Frustrated with the industry’s eurocentricity, he opened an independent project space, Savvy Contemporary, to foster artistic dialogues freed from the Western gaze on Africa, South America and Asia. After establishing the project in Neukölln in 2013, Ndikung moved to Wedding, where he re-opened Savvy Contemporary on the grounds of the Silent Green Kulturquartier, a former crematorium with an impressive ceremonial hall. There, he hosts exhibitions and performances, organizes readings and directs local projects in collaboration with the Goethe Institut and other cultural organizations. A highlight of the current program — on through 11.3 — is “We Are Not Worried In The Least”, a video-based exhibition by the Egyptian-Polish filmmaker, artist and activist Jasmina Metwaly, which explores the mundanity, violence and paranoia framing Egypt’s current political mood. (Text: Laura Storfner / Photos (clockwise): Jasmina Metwaly / Savvy Contemporary / Silent Green Kulturquartier)

Savvy Contemporary at Silent Green Kulturquartier, Plantagenstr.31, 13347 Berlin-Wedding; map

Thu–Sun 14-19h (during exhibitions) or as announced

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WITH LOVE FROM ATHENS — THE LITTLE GREEK POP UP STORE

Blue is a characteristically Greek shade – anyone who has visited the Mediterranean nation knows the unique aquamarine blue of the sea. And without Greek mountain tea, my beloved leather sandals from Athens, and my sun cream from beauty brand Korres, my days would only be half as wonderful. Well, luckily the Greek Curated Pop Up now offers various fashion and accessory labels all from the Land of Hellas for you to browse. Greek Dimitra Zavakou has brought Greek brands to Berlin, such as Waikiki Andros, or Salty Bags. Furthermore, at the opening (27.6.2016) there will be Greek Tapas and aperitifs. Cheers, or simply: Στην υγειά μας! (Text: Milena Kalojanov)

Curated Pop Up, Auguststr.91 (in the back courtyard), 10117 Berlin-Mitte; map
27.6–5.7.2016, 12-19h

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FRIENDS WITH BOOKS — ART BOOK FAIR AT HAMBURGER BAHNHOF

For the second time, founders Vanessa Adler and Savannah Gorton will open up the doors to their art book fair Friends with Books this weekend, presenting their international selection of over 130 publishers. Hailing from Amsterdam, Antwerp, Beirut, Zurich, Vienna, Tel Aviv, Ljubljana, and of course Berlin, the selected authors and works focus on artistic publishing, innovative printing, discussion of art and a huge dedication to the craftsmanship of bookmaking. New names to the team this year include Black Palm Berlin, Helga Maria Klosterfelde Editions, Little & Large Editions, MD 72 and Motto. Instead of aimlessly wandering, you can be guided through the event by the public program, entitled Are You… Friends With Books?, which explains the compilation of readings, book reviews, discussions and performances on offer, featuring those such as Dominique Hurth and Elisabeth Tonnard. The special poster editions, designed bespoke for the fair by Berlin artists such as Annette Kelm, Michaela Melián and Roman Schramm, will also be on sale. Free entrance means that there is nothing stopping you from expanding your friendship circle by browsing the book fair. (Text: Milena Kaljanov / Photo: Anaii Lee Ender)

Hamburger Bahnhof, Invalidenstr.50-51, 10557 Berlin-Moabit;map
Opening: Fri 18-20h
Book fair: Sat & Sun 11-19h, free admission

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