28 March 2014 happeningsthismonth www.bahrainthismonth.com dance, beach fun, game and food stalls and a market area to look forward to. There is also access to kabanas and beach shacks and security lockers. The fun starts from 10am and the tickets are priced at BD10, which includes entry, colour party, and park rides. For BD20 you can also enjoy snacks and beverages. The VIP pass for BD50 entitles you a lunch buffet and a separate VIP zone to enjoy. E Call 33 283-939 or 33 226-402. Forum for Jurists The first-ever Gulf forum for jurists takes place in the Kingdom from March 4 to 6. Held under the patronage of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Minster Shaikh Khalid bin Ali al Khalifa, the event will be held at the Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa. The main objective of the event is to focus on combating human trafficking. The speakers include Abdulla Abdullatif, president, National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking and National Institute of Human Rights secretary-general Dr Ahmed Farhan. E Call 17 123-500. The 38th annual charity raft race organised by the Rotary Club of Salmaniya takes place on March 28. A number of prominent teams have registered for the event, taking place at the Al Bandar Hotel & Resort. This year the funds raised will go towards the betterment of disabled and disadvantaged children. The race was able to raise a sizable figure of BD42,000 last year, and this year the organisers are aiming to reach BD50,000. The tournament consists of two races, a men’s race that takes place in the open waters, and a mixed event staged in the lagoon area inside the resort. Entry costs BD375 per team, consisting of ten members. E Call 39 993-411. Festival of Colours One of the biggest festivals on the Hindu calendar, Holi has crossed cultural and geographic boundaries and is today enjoyed all over the world. The spring festival is full of fun, frolic, music and great food and is being celebrated at The Lost Paradise of Dilmun on March 21. The entertainment is provided by international names such as DJ Akbar Sami, DJ Nucleya and DJ LEO in addition to several regional names. Apart from music and colours there is a rain Contest for a Cause When? Throughout March Event? Spring of Culture Venue? Various locations Get immersed in a profusion of cultural acts from around the world. E Visit www.springofculture.org. When? March 4-6 Event? Gulf Forum for Jurists Venue? Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Top jurists participate in a discourse on combating human trafficking. E Call 17 123-500. When? From March 7 Event? 1001 Nights Souq Venue? Al Areen Palace & Spa Enjoy a day out with your family at this medieval-style bazaar. E Call 17 111-005. When? March 7 Event? Charity race Venue? Lost Paradise of Dilmun Take part in this two-kilometre adventure race for charity. E Call 17 845-100. When? March 12-14 Event? Stand-up act Venue? Various locations Have a rollicking time with three international comedy acts. E Call 36 663-509. When? March 20-22 Event? Mother’s Day celebrations Venue? Seef Mall A day of fun-filled activities awaits all mothers and kids. E Call 17 582-111. When? March 21 Event? Colour festival Venue? Lost Paradise of Dilmun Have a splash while celebrating Holi, the festival of colours. E Call 33 283-939 or 33 226-402. When? March 25-28 Event? Handicraft exhibition Venue? BIECC This exhibition showcases handicrafts and offers awards to artists. E Call 17 101-888. When? March 27-29 Event? Wedding and Fashion Arabia 2014 Venue? BIECC Attend this expo to see how to make your dream wedding come true. E Visit www.wfarabia.com. When? March 28 Event? Charity Raft Race Venue? Al Bander Hotel & Resort The Rotary Club of Salmaniya helps raise funds for a charity. E Call 39 993-411.
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