Abu Dhabi what’s on in the UAE
Hair Donation
Take part in the Little Princess Trust initiative this Ramadan and get a 20 per cent discount on your cut and blow dry service when donating your hair. At Glamour Hair Salons in Al Zeina and Khalidiya in Abu Dhabi.
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Blood Donation Drive
Donations will take place at mobile blood banks parked outside Deerfield’s Mall main entrance. Sessions will run from 8pm to midnight on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays throughout Ramadan. Burjeel Medical Centre is also offering free nutrition counselling and checks of vital statistics such as blood pressure and body mass index at its stand, located in the mall’s main atrium.
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Dubai Ek Raag — Khamaj
A concept concert by 24 talented Sur Hindol members performing songs and various shades of compositions of one raga. From light music to semi classical and fully classical compositions, at Rooftop Hall, Saeed Tower 2, (above KFC), near Financial Centre Metro Station, 6.30pm. Free for members, Dh50 for guests. Made in Tashkeel 2018 The annual exhibition features more than 35 works by 25 artists from 16 countries, spanning a wide range of disciplines, and taking many forms, including photography, mixed media, screen-printing, sculpture, video, calligraphy, painting, jewellery and installation. At Tashkeel Studio and Gallery, Nad Al Sheba 1, until August 30.
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Ramadanisation 2018
Annual art exhibition in its third edition, celebrating the talent and passion within the UAE community and bringing local artists together. The artworks and different artistic visions showcases
interpretations of Ramadan, at Ductac, Mall of the Emirates. From 9am to 10pm, until June 17. Free entry.
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Moments Competition
The eighth edition of the annual regional photography competition aims to nurture the talent of aspiring photographers from around the Arab world. Held under the theme of ‘Stories of People of the Arab World’, the competition enables photographers from the region to present images capturing the essence and beauty of the Middle East through its people. Each photo has to carry with it an authentic, detailed and complete description of the story behind the image, which aims to add geographic, social and cultural context to the photo. Submissions are accepted until June 20.
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Ramadan LED Shows
Burj Khalifa marks Ramadan with two new shows, selected from hundreds of submissions. The first show celebrates the spiritual value by displaying Art Noor’s painting inspired by 99 names of Allah. Also to be displayed is a design by Freelusion, based in Budapest, featuring synchronised music and design. Sunday to Wednesday, every hour from 7.15-10.15pm and Thursday to Saturday, every 30 minutes from 7.15- 10.45pm.
Register for Sharmila Dance Summer Workshop
This summer learn dance styles such as hip-hop, jazz/ contemporary, ballet, Bollywood and more with an international choreographer. From June 26-30, available for 7-12 years, 13-16 years and for advanced teens, adults and professionals. Dh1,000 for a two-day package
or Dh1,600 for a five-day package. To register, email info@ sharmiladance.com
Bloom
Art exhibition displaying the works of 26 students from different local schools displaying 48 artworks, at Sofitel The Palm Resort. Exhibition runs until June 24, and artworks are for sale.
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Sharjah
Ramadan Nights 2018
A one-stop shop for popular brands offering discounted prices, enjoy local and international cuisine and entry to the gaming arena that provides a host of entertainment activities for the entire family. Open to visitors from 8pm to 2am daily during Ramadan and from 5-11pm during Eid holidays. Shopping will also be accompanied by religious, medical, cultural and heritage events.
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