PICK OF THE DAY
China Philharmonic String Quartet
Violinist Min Yang performs with a String Quartet from the China Philharmonic Orchestra at a charity gala dinner in aid of Larchfield Children’s Organisation in Tanzania and children’s charities around the world. At the Waldorf Astoria, Palm Jumeirah, 7.30pm, Dh600. Email stringquartet2017@gmail.com.
THINGS TO DO IN ABU DHABI
Lady Like
Cath up with your girlfriends over free beverages at Skylite, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, every Monday from 7-10pm. Beverage promotions for men too.
Call 02-6560600
Lest We Forget - Emirati Adornment: Tangible & Intangible
Exhibition of personal objects of adornment shared by Emiratis along with the memories, reflections and works of art that these objects inspire. At Warehouse421, Mina Zayed District until August 27. warehouse421.ae
THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI
Bass Mic Band
Lead singer Sara Tarabulsi and her guitarist serenade guests with their soulful tunes, every Monday, at Vii Dubai, Conrad Hotel. Also, ‘Vii Love Sushi’ night concept where signature, fusion sushi is presented in a sharing platter at Dh180. Doors open at 8pm. ViiDubai.com
Sweet Talking
Women can embrace their sweet tooth at Russo’s New York Pizzeria, every Monday, with a free dessert from 6-11pm at all UAE branches. facebook.com/pages/Russos-Pizzeria
Viva Los Mondays
A Spanish style evening of tapas, accompanied by a choice of traditional and house beverages in El Sur, The Westin Dubai, 7pm. Dh175 for the soft beverage package, Dh199 and Dh249 with house beverages. Call 04-3997700. elsurdubai.com
Nikkeilicious Ladies Night
Women get 50 per cent off on dinner bookings and five free beverages, every Monday from 8pm until close, at Aji, Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah. Call 04-5520244. aji.ae
Monday Night Comedy: This Is Improv
An evening of scenes, stories and narrative improvisation influenced by the audiences’ suggestions, spontaneously brought to life by the improvisers, at The Courtyard Playhouse, 8pm. Free, registrations required. courtyardplayhouse.com
Anzac Day Celebrations
In honour of Australia’s national occasion, the tribe at Nezesaussi Grill Dubai Marina are offering a two-course dinner and unlimited beverages at Dh199, until Friday. Call 04-4285888
Her Night
A laid back evening with free-flowing beverages for women and an an array of choice from live cooking stations with live DJ beats. At Beach Lounge, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, 8pm to midnight. call 04-4068719.
Ladies Night
Women get discounts on the lounge menu and three free beverages from 8pm until midnight. DJ ExOn on deck spinning the latest commercial and dance music. At Mint Leaf of London, Emirates Financial Towers. Dh25 offer on select beverages for gents, all night. Call 04-7060900.
The List Special Edition
Urban party with DJs Tim Kay, Mr Levier and DJ Brooklyn, at Billionaire Mansion, Taj Dubai. Call 050-2261662.
Hood Supremacy
Pure RnB and hiphop music with MC Twisted, MC Lord Akuma and DJ Crimelex, at Spree The Club, Royal Ascot Hotel. Every Monday free entry and beverages for women. Free entry for couples until midnight, Dh50 for men. Call 056-2859555.
THINGS TO DO IN SHARJAH
Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival
A cultural celebration to spread the joy of reading. 109 exhibitors specialised in children’s literature will be exhibiting apart from cookery workshops, children’s activities and cultural activities, at Expo Centre Sharjah, Saturday to Wednesday 9am–8pm, Thursday 9am-10pm and Friday 4-10pm, until April 29. Free admission. Daily schedule of events on the website. scrf.ae
