THE JAZZMAN : ENJOY AN EVENING OF JAZZ TODAY

Don’t miss ‘The Jazzman’ performed by Tarek Yamani; today, Wednesday, 12 November, 7pm at the Amricani Cultural Centre.

Born and raised in Beirut, Tarek Yamani is a New York based award winning composer and a self-taught jazz pianist who got exposed to Jazz around the age of 19. He founded, organized & produced a unique initiative called “Beirut Speaks Jazz” which aims to promote jazz in Lebanon by igniting adventurous collaborations between artists from the worlds of rock, pop, tarab, rap, blues and alternative over the foundations of jazz.

Americani Cultural Centre location map - marked as American hospital on map

DAY OUT FIESTA AT WAHRAN PARK

Day Out Fiesta : on Saturday 15 November
Where : Wahran Park, Shamiah
Time : 11 am to 5 pm

Wahran Park location map

ANNUAL WINTER WONDERLAND BAZAAR AT THE ENGLISH SCHOOL

When : Friday 14 November
Time : 2pm to 5 pm
Entrance : Adults - 1 KD, Kids - Free
The English School location map

GALLERY LAHA - EXHIBITION BY MAHA MAKDISI

For more information contact Maha Makdisi: 66171179

Costa del Sol Hotel location map

SHAM MUSIC BAND - MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT AT AL KOUT MALL

Why not visit the Al Kout mall during this beautiful weather on Thursday or Friday and enjoy beautiful music by Sham band, watch the musical fountains and enjoy a wonderful evening out. I have always found my visits to Al Kout Mall and it's premises is quite exhilarating, with the beach on one side and the mall, the boat jetty and the musical fountains. Try to go a bit early to get a good parking spot.

SHOE SHOW AT 360 MALL - LAST OF EXHIBITION IS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13

Get a chance to witness the Shoe Show at the 360 Mall from a different perspective ! The exhibition has moved to Gate 1 - Ground Level, main entrance. Don't miss the unique and exquisite shoe show and exhibition as the last day is Thursday November 13.

If you have gently used shoes or footwear you don't wear any more, this is an opportunity to drop your gently used shoes at the special counter set up at the shoe show and your shoes will get delivered to those in need. The counter to drop off shoes was originally near the big stair case at the Atrium. When you go there, you can enquire where you can donate your used shoes. 

Benefit from special offers in participating stores and have the privilege of donating a gently used pair of shoes for a chance to win fantastic prizes. 

Visit my blog post for write up and photos on the Shoe show I visited last week

Venue : 360 Mall, Ground level, Gate 1 - Main entrance

Time : 10 am to 10 pm

Tel : 25309530

Image credit : 360 Mall facebook

YELLOW CAR PARADE ON GULF ROAD

The Yellow Parade! This World Kindness Day we celebrate on the road. We are taking a Yellow Car Parade from Marina on the 14th of November and you should join us! This World Kindness Day, let’s take the vow to drive kind on the roads and let’s make Kuwait a kinder more positive place! So if you have a yellow car or know someone who does contact us at 97222140!

Parade starting at : Hard Rock Cafe area, near Marina Waves, Marina Waterfront, Salmiah

When: Friday 14 November

Time : 1 pm

Content and image credit : Al Nowair 

Al Nowair is an organization with initiative driven to spread positivity in Kuwait

UNIQUE EVENT BY BALLOONYLAND

After last year's successful 'UNIQUE' event, Balloonyland brings you yet another beautiful 'UNIQUE' event this year. Mark the dates for a beautiful family outing, fun and entertainment. The balloon sculptures, decoration, stalls and live food counters are quite an attraction. And lot of fun activities for the kids too. 

When: 
Thursday 27 November - 4pm to 10 pm 
Friday 28 November -  1 pm to 10 pm
Saturday 29 November - 10am to 10pm
Venue : Tilal Complex car park, Shuwaikh

Balloonyland facebook

Tilal Complex location map

Visit my blog post to see last year's UNIQUE event write up and photos

THE JAZZMAN : AN EVENING OF JAZZ AT AMRICANI CULTURAL CENTRE

Don’t miss ‘The Jazzman’ performed by Tarek Yamani; Wednesday, 12 November, 7pm at the Amricani Cultural Centre.

Born and raised in Beirut, Tarek Yamani is a New York based award winning composer and a self-taught jazz pianist who got exposed to Jazz around the age of 19. He founded, organized & produced a unique initiative called “Beirut Speaks Jazz” which aims to promote jazz in Lebanon by igniting adventurous collaborations between artists from the worlds of rock, pop, tarab, rap, blues and alternative over the foundations of jazz.

Amricani Cultural Centre location map

ITALIAN CULINARY ROOTS BY CIBO AND RETURN TO SIMPLE FOODS BY SHAKSHOOKA AND THE SECRET GARDEN PROJECT

TIES Center Location map

MONDAY AT THE MARKET

Visit the Shuwaikh Market for the lovely 'Monday at the Market' event today ! If you haveni't been to the Shuwaikh Market before, do pass by and enjoy the retro and modern design and architecture of the place, and an interesting array of  great products, delicious food, music and hip atmosphere. 

 Location map of Shuwaikh Market

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK

Click on the links below for details of the events

Today, Sunday 9 November

Greek Music Concert at Amricani Cultural Center 

Tomorrow, Monday 1O November

Breaking Chains of Addiction Seminar at Gulf Univeristy of Science of Technology, organized by Indian Women's Assocation

MY PHOTO FOR THE DAY - SOMETHING SWEET

Two months ago, we were invited to Mais Alghanim restaurant for dinner by friends. The food was fabulous. When it came to ordering the dessert, I wanted to go for something different, something I hadn't had before. So what you see in the picture, is what I went for. I can't remember the name any more. What I do remember is it's amazing. It had a cake base, some cream and cheese filling, a bit of rosewater flavour, topped with generous strands of cotton candy like something...and trickles of strawberry sauce and chopped pistachio. If you have a sweet tooth and you are one of those people who eagerly look forward to your dessert, you'll love it. 

BEING SUPPORTIVE AND AGREEING ARE TWO SEPARATE THINGS

Image : Photo taken in Atlanta, Georgia during my trip to U.S. last year 

How often do you find yourself in a dilemma? End up sad and confused when those closest to you whom you love and trust do not not agree with you. You might end up thinking they don't care, they are not supportive. This can escalate into conflicts. The fact is, people could have differing views to yours, and can still love you and support you. 

Here's a beautiful quote from an article 1O Relationship Truths every Woman needs to know @ www.mindbodygreen.com

"Being supportive and agreeing are two separate things. When it comes to relationships, many of us get the concepts of support and agreement confused. We think that just because someone doesn't agree with our decision or view it means that they don't support us. This is completely untrue. It is possible to disagree and still be supportive. We can uphold our opinions without being constantly validated by others" - .Jennifer Twardowski, self, relationship coach and teacher.

SHOE SHOW AT 360 MALL : FUTURISTIC, EXQUISITE, INNOVATIVE, UNUSUAL SHOES

Yesterday afternoon, we headed for the Shoe Show at 360 Mall atrium.  What I saw was the most strange, yet interesting, exquisite, futuristic, unusual and innovative array of shoe designs. What this made me wonder was, do people or can people actually walk in these shoes? And I turn around and behind me was a video show of models walking in some of those footwear on display! If you haven't yet been to the Shoe Show at the 360 Mall, do pass by and  enjoy the designs that challenge traditional notion of footwear design. 

The Shoe Show will be on till Thursday November 13. 

Here are some photos I took at the exhibition.

MY PHOTO FOR THE DAY - I FOUND SOMETHING

I had to be patient to get a shot of of this busy monkey as he moved so swiftly amid the bushes and plants. And lo, he suddenly became still as if to say, 'I found something'. 

Photo taken at Sculpture zone, Thenmala Eco touristic park in Quilon, Kerala, India

Some interesting fun facts on monkeys

* There are about 264 species of monkeys!

* Quite human like, monkeys communicate using vocal sounds, facial expressions, and body movements.

*Grinning or pulling the lip is a sign of aggression in monkeys, along with yawning, head bobbing, and jerking the head and shoulders forward.

* Monkeys spend a great deal of time by grooming each other. That's how they express affection and make peace with others.

* A group of monkeys is called a "troop".

* Howler monkeys are the noisiest monkeys. Their howls can be heard for about two miles in the forest and almost three miles in an open area. 

* The smallest monkeys are about 6 inches long and 4 ounces. The largest ones can be around 3 feet long and weigh up to 77 pounds !.

*Monkeys are great swimmers; though they don't like to be in the water