July 2013 23 www.bahrainthismonth.com Also this month 30 x Arts & Culture - 32 x Clubs & Societies - 34 x Teens & Kids - 36 x Sports & Recreation happeningsthismonth Ramadan Festivals In keeping with the Holy Month of Ramadan, Bahrain will see a raft of special shopping festivals. Here’s a rundown on the ones you need to watch out for. Ramadan is not just a month of fasting. It is a time for family and friends to get together and celebrate the spirit of giving and sharing. And with it comes the never-ending bouts of shopping, be it for groceries or gifts. There are a number of shopping festivals targeting this buzz throughout the month, many carrying on until August. Star Events presents Kingdom Shopping Festival that is aimed at being an authentic family-oriented festival for all ages to enjoy. Its main goal is to support local talent. Held at the Bahrain Exhibition Centre on July 26-27 from 4-11pm, it offers raffle draws, face painting and henna designing. The Bahrain Shopping Festival, held on August 1-3, is a place where customers will encounter endless bargains, where retailers promote fantastic products, and where old and young, male and female can appreciate the joy of shopping. It is held a week before Eid holidays when everyone likes to splurge on new purchases and surprise their loved ones with gifts. Products on offer include clothing, toys, electronics, gardening equipment, household items, cosmetics and perfumes. From July 31 to August 3, Crowne Plaza Bahrain plays host to Layali Ramadania. The Holy Month gets better with this exhibition as it puts together exciting game shows, prizes and many surprises. Another five-star hotel, Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain, hosts three expos within the month. From July 27-30, take part in Ahlan Bel Eid. This is ideal for those who are having a hard time finding the perfect dress for the celebrations. On July 12 and 13, the hotel will see major footfall for the Blueish Expo. The Women’s World Expo takes place on July 17 from 8pm until 2am. Galleries and local entrepreneurs gather to display the best accessories for Ramadan and Eid. Known to be the first women-centric exhibition in the Kingdom, it has been held annually since 2010. For the third consecutive year it brings together all entrepreneurs and home-run businesses to help them market their products and services. Do not miss the Ramadan Fair 2013 at Adhari Park from July 9 to 24. Reeling in shoppers from 6.30 to 11pm, the fair is a major participant in the shopping scenario. Over a hundred stalls are dedicated to garments, footwear, cosmetics, food and beverages. Children can enjoy the jumping castle or watch stilt walkers, clowns, magicians and mascots entertaining the crowd. There are many prizes to be won. Earlier in the month, The Gulf Hotel Bahrain accommodates the Made in my Home Expo. Nicknamed the Ramdan Souq, this will be held on July 3 and 4. The products of the productive families participating in the annual exhibition will be various and advanced. On the same days, West Riffa Sports Club hosts the Ahlan Ramadan Charity Souq from 10.30am until 9pm; mornings are dedicated exclusively to female shoppers. World days Recognise world days this month. When? July 2 Event? Sports journalist day Sports journalism is also a vehicle for peace in troubled areas. When? July 11 Event? Population day The world population keeps on increasing, squeezing resources. When? July 18 Event? Nelson Mandela day Nelson Mandela devoted his life to humanity; do the same. When? July 28 Event? Hepatitis day Hepatitis remains largely unknown, undiagnosed and untreated. When? July 28 Event? Nature conservation day Plant a tree and help raise awareness of green conservation. When? July 30 Event? Friendship day Celebrate the joys of friendship with those most dear to you.
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