24 February 2016 www.bahrainthismonth.com happenings A fantastic charity event will be held on the island this month to raise funds for the people of the Yemeni island of Socotra, which is a Natural World Heritage Site. Organised by the ARCWH (under the auspices of UNESCO), the event will be held on February 3 under the patronage of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany and with the support of Alliance Française. The programme includes an oud concert featuring Saad Mahmood Jawad as well as an exhibition of photos and sale of posters of Socotra. Socotra Island lies in the Indian Ocean, some 230 miles (368 kilometres) off the coast of Yemen’s mainland. Recognised for its unique vegetation and ecosystems, including rare dragon blood trees, it is considered a jewel of biodiversity. Thirty per cent of plants in Socotra are endemic and are not found anywhere else on earth. The Socotra archipelago has been a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site since 2008. On November 1, 2015, a rare and violent cyclone killed several people and injured many others on this remote Yemeni island. A week later, another strong cyclone struck causing a huge loss of property on the island. The cyclones seriously damaged or destroyed houses, trees were uprooted and almost all the fishing boats and dhows were ruined. Farms and livestock have also been severely affected. To this day, many people are still living in the streets or in caves. ARCWH has decided to support the people of Socotra to rebuild their homes, help buy or repair fishing boats and equipment as well as to repair damaged infrastructure and schools. The centre is coordinating directly with the people of Socotra to ensure the funds are well managed. The event will start at 6pm and tickets are on sale at the entrance of ARCWH, located between Bahrain National Museum and the Art Centre. Tickets are priced at BD20 and BD50 with a special donation. Call Pascal on 17 003-218. QUESTION TIME FUNDRAISING FOR SOCOTRA Test your general knowledge and have a fun evening out with family and friends with The Dilmun Club’s Quiz Night on February 3. The event will be hosted by Andy Dove, the winner of last month’s quiz. Entry is open to all, with maximum team size of six people. The quiz will feature multiple categories over several rounds, so any team can win a round. The overall winner will get to host the next quiz night! Prizes on the night include drinks provided by the sponsors. The quiz starts from 8pm in Bulls Head Bar. Call 17 690-926, 17 692-986 or visit www.dilmun-club.com. When? February 3 Event? Charity Event for the People of Socotra and their World Heritage Site Venue? The Arab Regional Centre for World Heritage (ARCWH) Enjoy a crazy, funny and laughter- filled comedy night as three local stand-up comedians take to the stage on February 4 at the Amwaj Marina tent. The Comedy Connect, organised by Night-Pro BH and Amwaj Marina, will feature Bahraini talents Rick Sharif, Ali Fingerz (pictured) and Yousif Taha. Doors open at 8pm and show starts at 9pm. Tickets are priced at BD10, inclusive of one selected drink. Due to limited seating capacity, it is advisable to purchase tickets at the earliest to avoid disappointment. Call 33 282-727. BRING ON THE FUNNIES When? February 4 Event? The Comedy Connect Venue? Amwaj Marina When? February 3 Event? Quiz Night Venue? The Dilmun Club When? Throughout February Event? Motoring Events Venue? Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) E Call the BIC hotline 17 450-000 or visit www.bahraingp.com. When? February 3 Event? Charity Event for the People of Socotra and their World Heritage Site Venue? The Arab Regional Centre for World Heritage (ARCWH) E Call Pascal on 17 003-218. When? February 3 Event? Quiz Night Venue? The Dilmun Club E Call 17 690-926, 17 692-986 or visit www.dilmun-club.com. When? February 4 Event? The Comedy Connect Venue? Amwaj Marina E Call 33 282-727. When? February 4 and 6 Event? Jewellery and Mosaic Workshops Venue? The Art House E Call 39 253-943. When? February 5 Event? Pilates Workshop Venue? La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art E Call 17 230-123, email info@ lafontaineartcentre.net or visit www.lafontaineartcentre.net. When? February 6 Event? Amwaj Marina Market Venue? Amwaj Marina, Amwaj Islands Enjoy a fun-filled family day with shopping and kids’ entertainment. E Follow Facebook page Amwaj Islands, Instagram @amwaj_islands and Twitter @amwajislands When? February 7 Event? Lecture (Part of Food is Culture event) Venue? Bahrain National Museum The second part of the ongoing Food is Culture event will feature a lecture by Hesa Humood Al Khalifa, at 7pm. E Visit www.culture.gov.bh.
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