Laugh for a cause

Mar 12, 7pm. If cultured, intelligent humor is what gets you ROFL, then you must catch US-based comedian Rex Navarette in HellaB’lu, a fundraiser organized by Ateneo alumni (HS 91) for the Tunong Dunong Foundation. He will be joined by local comedians Alex Caleja, GB Labrador and James Caraan in a night of fun and laughter. Music Museum, Service Rd, San Juan; +63 2 8919999. PHP1000

Learn about travel writing

Mar 12, 1pm-6pm. Unleash your inner Pico Iyer in this fun writing workshop that will teach you how to chronicle your trips and experiences. This is the first step to making your travel writer dreams come true. Learn from Nikka Sarthou-Lainez and Ana P. Santos of Writer’s Block Philippines. Anyone who is at least 18 years old is welcome to join. Fully Booked, B6 902 Bonifacio High Street, BGC, Taguig. PHP2000.

Catch 5 Seconds of Summer

Mar 12, 7pm. The boys from the land Down Under are here, and you can catch their Sounds Live, Feels Live concert at the MOA Arena. 5 Seconds of Summer earned worldwide popularity after going on tour with One Direction. They have that young, boyish charm going on and their pop rock music will bring out the high school girl in you (even if you’re a man)! Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, and Hong Kong are included in this tour as well. Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay; +63 2 9115555. Starts at PHP2,120.

In honor of women’s month, go shopping!

Mar 10-12, 9am-6pm. This is not just shopping, it’s empowerment too! Fill your basket with fine apparel, home accessories and handwoven textile made by the superior gender at Great Women Trade Exchange, a three-day artisan product fair. Participating vendors selected by the Yuchengco Museum include Ann Pamintuan Jewelry, Casa San Pablo, Tali Handmade Bags, GKonomics. You’ll also get a chance to meet the wonderful ladies behind these products and brands! RCBC Plaza, Ayala cor Sen Gil J Puyat Aves, Makati City; +63 2 8891234. Free entrance.

Enjoy an interactive murder, mystery, comedy play

March 11 & 12, 8pm. The Art of Murder, penned by Aldrich Alcantra and Bernice Reyes, is anything but ordinary. After all, it’s interactive, and it’s a comedy about murder! Sounds like a lot of mind-wrecking fun. We heard the play involves a game of catch the killer, so get ready to engage your brain cells. Don’t get too serious, though. Remember, it is still a comedy. The Art of Murder is directed by Mako Alonso and Mika Fajardo. Pineapple Lab, 6071 R. Palma Street, Poblacion, Makati; +63 906 2489713 look for James Lim. PHP400

Go crazy over toys and comics

March 11-13, 10am-9pm. Sheldon Cooper will freak out. It’s time for Manila Action Figures, Toys, Collectibles and Hobbies Festival. Catch 50 of the country’s top toy exhibitors and sellers in this ultra-fun (and ultra-nerdy, admit it!) event. There will also be comic book artist sketches, toy displays and (gasp!) a Gundam caravan. Robinson’s Manila Atrium, Pedro Gil cor Adriatico Sts, Ermita, Manila. Free entrance.

Make your own stamps

Mar 12, 2pm-6pm. Want to learn a creative way to add a personal touch to practically everything? Hone your art skills in this one-of-a-kind stamp carving and printing workshop by Enderun. Tish Hautea of Sqooid will guide you through the basics of the different stamping and printing techniques. Workshop materials are included in the fee. The Study, Enderun Extension, 4th Floor, The Podium, ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City; +63 2 6553609.PHP2000

Study Crowdfunding (via heyevent!)

Mar 12, 1pm-5pm.  Allow your awesome ideas to come to life with a bit of help from crowdfunding. This is for entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators who want to see their projects fly! Learn how to raise funds and awareness, the right way. This could be the key to making your business campaign a success. Microsoft Office, 8/F 6750 Building, Ayala Avenue, Makati City. PHP1,700.

Eat your heart out at a benefit food fest

Mar 12, 6pm-12mn. Relax, unwind and eat your heart out at this benefit food fest organized by DLSU students. Catch pop-up food booths like Bao.mnl (their cuapao is awesome!), Cookie Muncher Joe and Steak Shack. Expect good music, too, so bring your picnic mats for a fun night under the stars. 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. Free entrance.

Go K-Pop at a weekend bazaar (via Yapsody)

Mar 13, 12nn-9pm. Anyeong! Surround yourself with all things Korean at Seoulstice, a K-Pop Bazaar. Concessionaires selling Korean items for thrifties will be there. There’s an open stage for aspiring idols, so you’re in for an afternoon of good ol’ Asian entertainment. If you’re not a fan of K-Pop, it’s a good time to overdose on kimchi, bulgogi and Korean ice cream. It’ll be one big picnic, so get ready to relax and have fun! Greenfield District, Central Park, 88 United St, Mandaluyong. PHP150