26 November 2018 www.bahrainthismonth.com happenings AN ANNUAL TRIBUTE NOVEMBER 9 POPPY BALL Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa FAIR DEALS NOVEMBER 10 AWALI FESTIVE FAYRE Bapco Club, Awali It’s that time of the year again when we commemorate Remembrance Day and the end of World War I, a timehonoured tradition, with the celebration of the Poppy Ball. Held in support of the Chelsea Pensioners Appeal and The Children and Mothers Welfare Society Bahrain, the event is firmly established on Bahrain’s annual social calendar. It is organised by the Bahrain British Business Forum in cooperation with the British Business Association (BBA) from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. As for every year, the Poppy Ball is honoured by the presence of the Chelsea Pensioners. This year’s visitors are Sgt John Griffiths, 73, WO1 Peter Henry, 71, and WO1 Hugh Craig, 68. The highlights of their visit will be the laying of a wreath at a memorial service, as well as attending functions, school visits and places of interest in Bahrain. The Poppy Ball will begin at 7pm with a welcome reception and dinner, followed by music from DJ Alfie. The dress code is evening or cocktail dresses for ladies and dinner suits with black ties or national dress for gents. Call 17 813-448. Looking for something special to get your friend or loved one this Christmas? Look no further than the Awali Festive Fayre as you choose from plenty of hand-made jewellery, baked goods, décor and more. The Awali Ladies Hospitality Group’s efforts measure up to nothing less than successful every year, as crowds walk away with bags full of goodies in support of charity. The fair is from 11am to 3pm. Call 39 850-372 or 39 459-217. SHE’S ALL THAT NOVEMBER 9 DJ NABIHAH IQBAL Gallery 21 A rare musician that can rake in the crowds with her captivating sounds is DJ Nabihah Iqbal. The past year has seen the multiinstrumentalist, who was formerly a producer, embrace a new direction in her artistic career, engaging in diverse musical education and her heritage as a British-Asian musician. She will be playing funk, soul, house and disco at Gallery 21 from 8pm onwards. Pre-sale tickets are BD15, or BD20 at the door. Call 17 711-600 / 36 906-900. When? November 7 Event? Franchise & Dine Expo Venue? Crowne Plaza Bahrain Call 17 713-716 or 32 000-057 or 37 188-875. When? November 8 Event? ‘Bahrain Nights’ Presents DJ Mehmet Gulec Venue? Arch Hotel Bahrain Call 32 223-323 or 39 007-750 or 33 396-393. When? November 8 Event? Food at Bab Venue? Bab Al Bahrain Visit culture.gov.bh When? November 8-10 Event? Food Truck Fun Fair 2018 Venue? TBA Savour some yummy foods, live shows, beach time and more. Call 66 336-801 or 33 733-340. When? November 9 Event? Poppy Ball Venue? Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Call 17 813-488. When? November 9 Event? Yoga Teacher Training Venue? Namaste Bahrain A 12-hour YACEP workshop for yoga teachers to refine their skills and exchange ideas. Call 17 591-565. When? November 9 Event? Bahrain Marathon Relay Venue? Bahrain International Circuit Call 39 628-383. When? November 9 Event? Bahrain Games Venue? Bahrain Rugby Football Club Gaelic clubs from across the Middle East gather for a weekend of playing ball, drinks, music and fun! Call 17 695-809. When? November 9 Event? DJ Nabihah Iqbal Venue? Gallery 21 Call 17 711-600 or 36 906-900. When? November 10 Event? Awali Festive Fayre Venue? Bapco Club Call 39 850-372 or 39 459-217. When? November 12 Event? 7th MENA Angel Investors Summit 2018 Venue? The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Call 17 820-827.
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