Aspiring Writers

Whether you want to journal your thoughts, do a brain dump, experiment with words, or simply sit and write, just show up. Bring your notebook or laptop and join us. We’ll sit quietly and write, maybe chat a little after. It’s an invitation to consume less and create more with words, whether to process, reflect, or share with the world.

Love stories, but never find the time to read? Always wanted to start reading but don’t know where to begin? **A Few Good Pages** is a weekly short story circle where we slow down, read together, and have thoughtful relaxed discussions. No pressure, No prep! We meet **every Saturday** to read and discuss **one or two short stories**—quick reads that stay with you. Whether you’re a **wannabe reader** looking to get started, a **busy book lover** who wants to rebuild reading habit, or someone who enjoys **sharing perspectives on a great story**, you’ll fit right in. You don't need to prepare anything in advance - Just show up. Over the past year, we've read and discussed over **200+ short stories,** building a warm, reflective community that values attention, curiosity and consistency. Join our WhatsApp Group for updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IpIMc6c87W49FJIg1cRDJk?mode=hqrt2 **Cost & Membership** * First session : **Free** * Drop in : AED 30 per session * Membership options available for those who want to build a consistent reading habit. **Location** Location : L'eto Cafe, 1st floor, Mall of Emirates (D7 is the closest parking Entrance) Please update the RSVP if there's any change in your plans :-) Come for the stories, stay for the discussions!

Get ready to improve your game and start your day with a burst of energy and positivity! Join our volleyball sessions for intermediate and advanced players on weekday mornings from Monday to Thursday at Kite Beach. Enjoy the sea breeze and outdoor environment, which is much more pleasant than being in the city during summer. Volleyball helps you burn calories, strengthen muscles, and boost your mood. Our sessions are led by an experienced coach, UAE Champion in indoor volleyball and winner of all three UAE Beach Tour events in the 2023-2024 season. You’ll see incredible improvements in your skill level while having fun. **Details:** * **Location:** Kite Beach * **Time:** Weekday mornings, Monday to Thursday * **Levels:** Intermediate and Advanced * **Info:** [wa.me/971504872545](https://wa.me/971504872545) Start your day right with an energizing volleyball session and improve your game while enjoying the beautiful beach atmosphere!

Join us for a cozy, vibrant gathering of book lovers as we share our favorite reads and current page-turners! Whether you're into fiction, memoirs, thrillers, or poetry, there's a seat for every story here. Each meetup, we explore a new venue in the heart of Dubai—so you're not just discovering new books, but also new cafés and experiences. Over a delicious late lunch, we dive into conversations about stories, authors, and life—connecting with awesome people along the way. No pressure to finish a book—just come with your curiosity, your appetite, and your love for a good story. ✨ *Great books. Great food. Great people.* We can’t wait to meet you! Location: **Art and Dine at Spring Souk** Policy: You will have to avail any item from the menu and to listen when it's someone's turn to speak. **Parking**: Spring Souk Parking Lot **Metro**: To go down at Internet City Metro Station then walk (8 minutes) towards Dubai Internet City Bus Station and choose F31 (The Meadows) then drop off location is at The Springs, Entrance Gate 5-1. Afterwards, walk (6 minutes) towards Spring Souk. **Google Maps Link:** https://share.google/iUnrUESyVc4EbEWKw **Let's Connect:** For further information, we have instagram **cece.events** and WhatsApp +971 55 416 9381

Get fit and have fun with our mixed group volleyball sessions for beginners and intermediate players on weekday evenings at Kite Beach. Enjoy the sea breeze and outdoor environment, which is much more pleasant than being in the city during summer. Volleyball helps you burn calories, strengthen muscles, and boost your mood. Our sessions are led by an experienced coach, UAE Champion in indoor volleyball and winner of all three UAE Beach Tour events in the 2023-2024 season. **Details:** * **Location:** Kite Beach * **Time:** Weekday evenings * **Levels:** Beginners and Intermediate * **Info:** [wa.me/971504872545](https://wa.me/971504872545) Join us and improve your fitness while enjoying the beautiful beach atmosphere!

Thanks for joining the Money Minds meetup group. If you would like to be the first to know whenever a new event is announced, please join our whatsapp group using the link; [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPbMfZndPooGHSxFCLCKHg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPbMfZndPooGHSxFCLCKHg) "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George S. Clason imparts timeless financial wisdom through parables set in ancient Babylon. It teaches saving, investing, and the importance of living within one's means to achieve wealth, encapsulated in stories like "The Five Laws of Gold."

Hi all! My name is Lance, I am a fully qualified English teacher from the UK and have moved to Dubai. I run a speaking club in Camelot English School every other Saturday for free in JVC. It is a great chance to improve your English and meet some new friends in a fantastic location. Hope to see you all there!

Get ready to improve your game and start your day with a burst of energy and positivity! Join our volleyball sessions for intermediate and advanced players on weekday mornings from Monday to Thursday at Kite Beach. Enjoy the sea breeze and outdoor environment, which is much more pleasant than being in the city during summer. Volleyball helps you burn calories, strengthen muscles, and boost your mood. Our sessions are led by an experienced coach, UAE Champion in indoor volleyball and winner of all three UAE Beach Tour events in the 2023-2024 season. You’ll see incredible improvements in your skill level while having fun. **Details:** * **Location:** Kite Beach * **Time:** Weekday mornings, Monday to Thursday * **Levels:** Intermediate and Advanced * **Info:** [wa.me/971504872545](https://wa.me/971504872545) Start your day right with an energizing volleyball session and improve your game while enjoying the beautiful beach atmosphere!

We’ll be listening to a selected podcast /talk beforehand and then gathering to discuss, dissect, and share insights with like-minded people about the episode. Whether you’re actively working on your listening skills, love learning through podcasts, or simply enjoy exploring topics around design thinking, productivity, art, and culture, we are more than happy to have you. Podcast for this session: In our first session we’ll be breaking down our thoughts for the the following podcast. [Decoding Design Wisdom: 35 Years of Lessons from Apple, Disney & Beyond](https://youtu.be/X-83gvgVaWc?si=hOugsMYeJpU9xe6p) *Please note that RSVP’ing and listening to the podcast is mandatory before attending. Walk ins will not be allowed

📚 Book Club Meetup: The Housemaid Join us for our next Bookends Book Club gathering as we dive into The Housemaid—a gripping psychological thriller full of twists, secrets, and moral tension. 🗓 Date: Saturday, April 11 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM 📍 Location: Bookends, Dubai Silicon Oasis Come ready to discuss your thoughts, theories, and favorite (or most shocking) moments. Whether you loved it, hated it, or are still processing that ending, your perspective is welcome. This will be a relaxed and engaging discussion with fellow readers, perfect for connecting over books and sharing insights. ☕️ Feel free to arrive a bit early, grab a drink, and settle in. See you there!

🌟 Tea Talk & Track – A Unique Networking & Training Event Join us this Sunday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at: 📍 B2C Institute, Dhaguard Business Center, Office No. 301, 3rd Floor, Adidas building, Bank Street, Bur Dubai – Near Burjuman Metro Station (Exit 3) Event Flow: 🕛 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Business Networking–Build valuable connections and explore new opportunities. 🕛 6:00 – 7:00 PM | Learn Skill for generating Additional Income throgh the Forex Market–free introductory training workshop for beginners. This weekly gathering blends networking, professional learning, and live forex market experience to help you grow personally and professionally. 🌐 Visit us at: www.b2cinstitute.com 📅 Sunday | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 🤝 Connect. Learn. Grow.

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The season is officially ON and we’re kicking it off with a desert night like no other! 🌟 Register and get more details! **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/dubai-adventure-meetup-events)** Imagine a giant outdoor screen, a crackling bonfire, cozy vibes, and an incredible community coming together under the stars **🌙** ✨ Beautiful ambient lighting to set the desert mood. 🎥 Outdoor movie on a large screen with amazing sound. 🔥 A cozy bonfire to keep you warm. 🍿 Popcorn, snacks, coffee, tea & water to keep the energy flowing. 🎶 After-party ambiance for chill vibes & deeper conversations. 🧠 Trivia Quiz right after the movie (played in groups — extra fun guaranteed!). No apps. No pressure. Just laughter, conversations, and a night where strangers become friends 💬🤝 Register and get more details! **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/dubai-adventure-meetup-events)** Spend a night under the stars with people you’ve never met… and leaving with new stories, new friends, and maybe even unforgettable memories 🌠 🌌 Arrive and settle in under the starlit desert sky. 📽️ Movie starts 8:00 PM sharp (don’t be late — no exceptions 😉). 🔥 Gather ‘round the bonfire after the film. 🥨 Snack break and stretch those legs. 🧠 Team Trivia Quiz + fun activities to spark laughter & connection. ✨ Close the night with relaxed socializing in the serene desert air. Expect surprising questions. Unexpected toasts. Conversations that flow deeper than small talk 🥂 **How to Join:** 1. RSVP on Meetup 2. [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/dubai-adventure-meetup-events) *Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.* Happy Adventure!

Are you looking to Transform yourself into: • A Powerful Public Speaker? • An Inspirational Leader? • Becoming more Confident? Empower yourself with the secrets of becoming a Confident and Compelling Public Speaker. We provide a fun and friendly learn-by-doing environment which enables you to develop your skills in a comfortable, supportive environment. We are a peer-to-peer group where members mutually develop their Public Speaking Skills through Prepared project Speeches, Constructive Evaluations and ongoing Mentoring, all within the globally recognized educational framework of Toastmasters International. Whether the very thought of speaking in public fills you with fear, or if you love standing up to speak in front of a crowd, you will learn something new by attending our meetings. Join us for our next meeting to experience our fun and encouraging, but professional way of learning public speaking and take a glance at how we prepare and practice public speaking technique, how we learn to control our body and voice and how we learn to deliver a powerful, confident speech. Please join us for our next meeting and discover how the group works. And if later you want to become a regular member of the group, there is a small annual fee, If interested in joining us, please contact following person, we’ll send you all the details about the meeting. For information about this meetup: Zainab Yousuf - (President) - 050- 5577791 Complementary Coffee + Tea + Cookies + Waters. Free Parking in Hotel Basement. Millennium Central Downtown Al Asayel street - Business Bay · Dubai ***More Information***\*\* It is simply knowing what you want to say and being comfortable with your communication skills. You learn to enhance your image, convince, and be impressive thus present with high personal impact. Objectives TM Meetings are designed for you to be equipped with practical tools and techniques that will allow you to: • Establish rapport with your audience • Learn techniques to reduce nervousness and fear • Realise your strengths as a presenter • How to appeal, influence and persuade different types of people • Recognise how visual aids can create impact and attention • Develop techniques to create a professional presence Prepare, practice, and deliver presentation • Presenting with a BANG Topics Covered • Personality assessment of presentation style (Speaker's Evaluation) • Assessment of presentation delivery (Speaker's Evaluation) • Structure your Speech: beginning, body, and ending. • Sending Positive Messages (verbal communication, body language) • Developing great slides • Overcoming Nervousness

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!