Ramadan Kareem
The Holy Month will soon be upon us. It’s expected to be begin around May 15, depending on the sighting of the moon. No doubt, like us, you will be attending plenty of Iftars, joining together with family, friends and colleagues to celebrate the end of the fast with those who are observing, and taking the chance to reflect on what this time of the year means. Check out the website of our sister publication www.bahrainthismonth.com for details of dining happenings around the island throughout the month.
Model Intentions
We’re rather intrigued by a course being run by the 7th Wave School of Performing Arts. It’s happening on May 19 and is aimed at girls or women aged 14 and above who fancy trying their hand at modelling. It promises tips, info on the different types of modelling and a fashion show to finish the session. But, what’s more interesting, it’s also mentioned that the course may be useful for improving confidence giving women tips on deportment and style which can be a welcome boost even for those who have no intention of hitting the catwalk.
The Bargains Are Back
If you love a smart frock but don’t want to pay high street prices, we’ll probably see you at the BSPCA Thrift Shop’s Designer Sale on May 12. It never ceases to amaze us the things people hand over to charity – the WTM team’s recent hall includes dresses by Karen Millen and BCBG Max Azria – but thank the Lord they do. The doors open at 1pm and only a limited number of people will be allowed in at a time – no kids and no cash. Elbows at the ready girls.
All That Jazz
Celebrate International Jazz Day with a fantastic concert at La Fontaine Centre of Contemporary Art. The event, which is part of the Gulf Jazz Festival, will feature the smooth Polish vocals of Ida Zalewska along with pianist Kuba Pluzek, presenting a special programme including well-known standards from legend Billie Holiday. Taking place on May 2, the concert starts at 7pm and is priced at BD20+. Concert and dinner costs BD30+.
A Plethora of Pop-Ups
It seems we may have to move into Words Bookstore Café this month since there’s so much going on. From May 2 till 6 Whisper brand will be there for a pop-up offering artwork, jewellery and jalabiyas, with a portion of sales going to Syrian refugee aid. On May 6 and 7 the space will host its first Alia Vintage Charity Sale, on offshoot of the organisation’s regular sales, it supports the Alia Centre for Early Intervention and offers high-end pieces at bargain prices. Then, from May 9 to 12, it’s the turn of the Zufa Pop-Up Shop featuring beautifully handcrafted home items made by skilled Syrian artisans. Be still our beating credit cards!
Into Light
There are not many things that will see us up before dawn, unless of course we haven’t been to bed yet. But, you might well find us heading to Nurana Island on May 12 for the 4am start of a 5km charity walk. This crack-of-dawn endeavor is raising funds for Darkness Into Light, an organisation that offers help and support to people suffering depression and having suicidal thoughts. There’s no registration, you can just turn up. It costs BD10 to take part and every participant gets a T-shirt. And, even better, well mannered, vaccinated dogs are welcome too.
