22 May 2018 www.bahrainthismonth.com happenings IS IT A BIRD? MAY 4 BIRDMAN COMPETITION British Club MEXICAN CELEBRATION MAY 4-5 CINCO DE MAYO Cavallo Club TOP GIRLS MAY 6-7 WOMEN POWER SUMMIT Shaikh Isa Cultural Centre DESI DELIGHT MAY 4 DESIBEL BOLLYWOOD DANCE MASTI Wyndham Garden Rooftop Lounge This fun, annual contest sees competitors dressed as everything from aeroplanes to superheroes, launching themselves from a platform in an attempt to ‘fly’ (usually paddle or swim) the length of the venue’s pool. There are prizes on offer and the event raises cash for the RIA Centre for kids with special needs. Non-members are welcome to take part, or just turn up to watch. The club’s entry fee is BD2. Competition time 2pm. Call 17 728-245. Dubai-based Colombian DJ Kio, from Bogota, is travelling to the island for one night to celebrate the famous festival, on May 4, with a playlist including the best Latin beats, hip-hop, R&B and more. As a young DJ, Kio landed a contract with one of Colombia’s premier record companies and worked alongside the best in the industry. He has toured the US, Peru, Ecuador, the UAE, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Panama, France, Venezuela, Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras, Turkey, Oman and Sri Lanka, and is looking forward to putting on a show for us here in Bahrain. On May 5, Cavallo presents DJ Essie representing Spain. This popular female spinner is supported by DJ Peekaboo and promises a great fun night to remember. Tickets: May 4: BD5 for ladies, BD10 for men; May 5: ladies free, BD5 for men. Doors open daily 6pm-2am. Call 17 811-811. The Women Power Summit celebrates the doers and the doing — a source of inspiration and support that connects and empowers women around the world, helping them realise their potential and reach new heights. Fifty woman leaders will be featuring in keynote conversations, panel discussions, and one-on-one interviews to share their personal experiences in different industries. For two days the summit will bring together 500 attendees to share their wins, losses, life lessons and experiences. They will meet and network with other talented, like-minded women while developing tips and tricks from some of the best minds of our time. They will get access to a highly curated, impactful programme of panels, workshops, mentor sessions and speed networking, as well as delicious food, pop-up shops, photo booths and more. From 8am both days. Call 17 536-092. Bahrain’s favourite Desi party brand, Desibel, is bringing much-loved DJ Shadow Dubai for an evening of the latest Bollywood and Punjabi chart-busters remixed with house, tribal and electronic influences. DJ Shadow Dubai is a multi-award-winning superstar Bollywood DJ; he has officially produced for Sean Paul, Badshah, Bohemia and other notables. He was previously named Best Asian DJ in the Masala Awards and Ahlan and is regularly ranked in the World Top DJs listing. Over the last couple of years, DJ Shadow Dubai has performed to crowds of thousands at more than 500 shows around the world. He has also recently featured in the soundtracks of Bollywood movies, including Aashiqui 2 and Zid and has performed for the likes of Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Kajol, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and more. Pre-sale tickets are priced BD10 for couples, BD7 for men and BD5 for ladies. On the door tickets are BD15 for couples, BD10 for men and BD5 for ladies. Doors open 9pm. Call 36 769-292, 36 378-377 or +966 53 944-4781. When? May 2-6 Event? Whispers Pop-up Shop Venue? Words Bookstore Café The Whisper brand, a collection of artwork, jewellery and jalabiyas, encapsulates the designer’s signature style of work: a unique mix of iconic designs in a vibrant colour palette that fuse the lustre of the Levant with the glamour of the Gulf. A portion of sales proceeds is being donated in aid of the Syrian refugee crisis Daily 10am-6pm. Call 17 690-790. When? May 3 Event? Indian Club May Queen Contest Venue? Indian Club Final of the annual contest in which young women vie for prizes and the audience is treated to a great evening’s entertainment. Time 8pm. Call 17 253-157. When? May 4 Event? Irish After Brunch Party Venue? JJ’s Join the Paddyman for an afterbrunch party of fun and frolics, supported by DJ Aaron Wolf. From 5pm. Call 33 843-005. When? May 5 Event? Words Aloud, Family Open Mic Venue? Words Bookstore Café Calling all poets, musicians, storytellers, performers of all ages — children, teens, young adults, old adults. Head to Words and share your talents; inspire each other to be creative. No experience needed, just enthusiasm. Time 4pm-6pm. Call 17 690-790. When? May 5 Event? Sabado with Salsabor Venue? Meisei Special guest dancer Magda Liuzza will be gracing the rooftop! Enjoy a range of Latin vibes with Salsabor teaching a Casino Class from 8pm-9pm. Call 17 007-770.
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