Coming Up Soon | Lithuanians, cheap cocktails and cupcakes

Lithuanians and urban street musicians might not seem the most likely of partners, but on May 17, Christiania will play host to both as Lithuania Days holds Street Musician Day. Join the party – it includes Lithuanian specialties, live performances, and workshops (May 17, 12:00; ldays.dk)



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Spring’s here, but CIS is already thinking about summer – summer school, that is. Last year, it welcomed students from 38 countries. Sign up your 6 to 16-year-old for a range of educational and athletics courses running June 23-July 11, 2014 (Hellerupvej 22-26, Hellerup; cis.dk)



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At CTC ‘Open Stage’ events, anything goes – attendees perform stories, stand-up, songs and more. But if you’re feeling less adventurous, you can just enjoy non-profit Café Cadeau’s delicious food and drinks as you watch the show (HC Ørstads Vej 28, Frederiksberg; May 16, 18:00; free entry; ctcircle.dk)



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Mads Schjølin from Danish startup Drinkster knows a bit about planning nights out. Learn how to become a successful entrepreneur, then network with other attendees over “cheap cocktails and beers” at The Hub Copenhagen (Nørrebrogade 52C, Cph N; May 22, 18:00; 40kr; tickets eventbrite.dk)



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The BCCD likes to host lunches to boost its members’ and guests’ professional skills. This month, the guest speaker is Peter Mikkelsen, a FIFA International Referee, speaking about leadership in his line of work (Hammerichsgade 1, Cph K; May 23, 11:45; 500kr for non-members; bccd.dk)



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This weekend, both the Young Expats and Americans in Copenhagen meet-up groups will be gathering at Café Elefanten. Join them for delicious cupcakes by Sweet Sneak, 50kr cocktails and music by LA-based DJ Reeact (Pasteursvej 20, Cph V; May 17, 21:00; free entry)





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