www.bahrainthismonth.com Bystander This issue’s Bystander pages captured major happenings on the island such as the Formula One action at BIC, the US Embassy’s Independence Day and the British Embassy’s Queen’s Birthday celebrations. Our snappers were also seen at various other gatherings, including festivals, launches and parties. See if you made the cut! 19 26 32 43 22 46 36 Issue 249 Contents May 2018 RAMADAN KAREEM! HAPPENINGS Bahrain This Month previews events happening around town during the month of May 2018: 19 A Heritage Story The 26th edition of the annual Bahrain Heritage Festival returns. 20 Dance Divas A workshop on Tribal Fusion Belly Dance style. 22 Is It a Bird? A fun annual contest at the British Club. 24 Breakfast of Champions The fourth edition of the annual Ladies Charity Breakfast. 26 Super Season Closer Coral Bay features DJ Markus Schulz live. 28 100 Bahrain Stories A book launch at Words Bookstore Café. INTERVIEWS 31 All Change at the Chamber Exclusive with newly elected BCCI chairman Sameer Nass. 32 An Educational Partnership City & Guilds’ latest collaboration. 34 The Big Fish Ian Fisher on Radio Bahrain and his new role in teaching. 36 The Funniest Arab Comedian and actor Waddah Swar tickles our funny bone. 38 Big Is Beautiful BTM spoke with the men responsible for bringing Wyndham Garden to Bahrain. Motoring 43 My Life in Cars Dick Potter shares his passion for motors. 46-47 Motoring Bites BTM brings you the latest news from the motoring world on the island. May 2018 3
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