Beyond the Architecture of Art. Courtesy Showcase Gallery
Beyond the Architecture of Art. Courtesy Showcase Gallery
Beyond the Architecture of Art. Courtesy Showcase Gallery
Beyond the Architecture of Art. Courtesy Showcase Gallery

5 things to do: See the exhibition Beyond the Architecture of Art and sign up for a workshop on Ikebanass


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See Beyond the Architecture of Art, in which the American architect Mike Arnold explores iconic structures and scenes from the region through paintings and mono-prints. 10am to 6pm, Showcase Gallery, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 379 0940, www.showcaseuae.com

Sign up for a workshop on Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement. The class follows the official curriculum of Ohara School of Ikebana, Japan, and is led by Harue Oki, a certified associate second master, who was initiated into his family tradition of Ikebana at the age of 15. Wednesday, 12.30pm to 6pm, Dh320 for the one-off workshop; or a 9-unit course, Dh2,800, The Space, twofour54, Park Rotana building, Khalifa Park, Abu Dhabi, register at ikebaname@gmail.com

Have some laughs at Live & Laughing, the new comedy night at McGettigan's, hosted by the Canadian comedian Dave Marosi, also featuring a line-up of local favourites and a special performance by Simeon Goodson. At 8pm, McGettigan's, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, www.facebook.com/mcgettigansdwtc

Register to take part in the Breast Cancer Awareness Coffee & Yoga Morning. Mothers and babies will get a free yoga lesson, which will be followed by coffee. Plus there will be a pink ribbon giveaway, book sale and refreshments. Wednesday, 10am to 1pm, free, Starfish Lane Kids Nursery, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, 056 463 5187, enquiries@starfishlanekids.com

Recharge, purify and empower your body and mind under the magnifying effects of the full moon at the Moonlight Yoga and Meditation. The session is suitable for all experience levels and beginners looking for an introduction to the benefits of yoga and meditation. 7pm to 8.30pm, Dh120, infinity pool, Mangroves Lifestyle, Anantara Eastern Mangroves, Sheikh Zayed Street, Abu Dhabi, 02 656 1152, emlifestyle@anantara.com

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