20 August 2018 www.bahrainthismonth.com happenings VIOLIN MELODIES AUGUST 22 EID MUSIC CONCERT La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art Celebrate Eid al-Adha with a musical concert by violinist Maria Kravtsova at La Fontaine. Maria is a world-class live and recording violinist from the Ukraine, with a degree in music from Kharkov State University of Arts. She has performed all over the world, both as a soloist and as part of the Dnepropetrovsk State Philharmonic Orchestra, and has had a studio album released under her name in recent years. Enjoy the concert and dinner, with a fixed menu from the restaurant’s specials. Tickets are priced at BD20+. 8.30pm-10.15pm. Call 17 230-123, email [email protected] or follow Instagram @lafontainebh TRIBUTE TO A LEGEND SECOND OF EID NUHA HAFEZ, A TRIBUTE TO SHADIA Cultural Hall In celebration of Eid al-Adha, the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, presents a concert honouring the legacy of the late legendary singer Shadia, presented by the talented Egyptian singer Nuha Hafez accompanied by the Bahrain Music Band. An actress and singer, Shadia was famous for her roles in light comedies and drama in the 1950s and ‘60s. She is one of the iconic actresses and singers in Egypt and the Middle East region and a symbol of the golden age of Egyptian cinema. Her work is still hugely influential and critics consider her the most important and successful comprehensive Egyptian and Arabic artist of all time. 8pm. Entry Free. Call 17 298-777. LEGO FUN AUGUST 22-31 LEGO SHOWS Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre UV EID AUGUST 23 BLACK LIGHT POOL PARTY Coral Bay After last year’s phenomenal success with parents and children alike, Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority brings you round two of the island’s much anticipated Lego Shows. It’s suitable for all ages, with last year’s event seeing equal popularity among parents and children alike. Boasting Lego Star Wars, Lego Disney Princess, Lego Superheroes (Marvel), Lego City and many more, this Eid al- Adha event invites the whole family to come along and have fun with the world’s favourite bricks. Call 17 558-800. When? August 4 Event? Unicorn Acrylic Paint and Mosaic Workshop Venue? The Art House Call 39 253-943. When? August 8, 7.0pm Event? Bahrain Writers’ Poetry Circle Meeting Venue: ARTDIVANO (Gallery), Al Andalus Garden, Gudaibiya Join likeminded people for discussion and insight in a social setting. Call 39 574-795. When? August 10 Event? Little Miss and Little Mister Bahrain 2018 Venue? Adhari Park Call 36 361-195. When? August 13, 7.30pm Event? Bahrain Writers’ Circle Monthly Meeting Venue: ERA Tower, Seef (opposite elite Grande Hotel) Members of the writers’ circle get together for tips and discussions. Call 39 574-795. When? August 14 Event? Movie Night Venue? La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art Call 17 230-123, email [email protected] or follow Instagram @ lafontainebh When? August 15 Event? Together We Care 4th Annual Blood Donation Camp Venue? Salmaniya Hospital Call 66 391-715. When? August 20, 7.30pm Event? Bahrain Writers’ Creative Workshop Venue: The Juffair Grand Hotel Coffee Shop, Juffair Advice, information and presentations to help you take you writing to the next step. Call 39 574-795. When? August 22 Event? Eid Music Concert Venue? La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art Call 17 230-123, email [email protected] or follow Instagram @ lafontainebh When? Second of Eid Event? Nuha Hafez, A Tribute to Shadia Venue? Cultural Hall Call 17 298-777. GroundRULEZ and Coral Bay bring you a black light pool party – the first of its kind on the island – which will see the whole performance area covered with black lights and featuring a group of unique DJs bringing you the best of hip-hop, R&B, house, EDM and more. This event will be unlike any other pool party you’ve been to. From 4pm onwards, the evening is yours to make unforgettable memories over the long Eid break. Pre-sale tickets are priced at BD5 and entry is BD10 on the door. Call 38 888-019.
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