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PLEASE ONLY REQUEST TO JOIN THE WHATSAPP GROUP IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BOOKING A FREE TRIAL SESSION WITH MISS HARIR JOIN REQUESTS WITH NO REPLY WITHIN 24 HOURS WILL BE REJECTED. FREE TRIAL IS ONLY AT THE CENTER IN BUSINESS BAY. IT IS NOT COMPULSARY TO REGISTER FOR A COURSE AFTER THE FREE TRIAL. AFTER SEEING YOUR REQUEST WE ASK YOU TO CHOOSE YOUR LANGUAGE AND CONFIRM A TRIAL DATE AND TIME. ONCE CONFIRMED, WE SEND YOU THE LOCATION DETAILS AND APPROVE YOUR REQUEST TO JOIN THE GROUP. THANK YOU. We don’t believe in boring language learning — we make it real, practical, and enjoyable. We are Dubai's leading language training center, where we offer free trial sessions at the center for over 20 languages, but mainly Emirati-Arabic and/or Corporate English. During the free trial sessions we assess you and give the right level, you see how good the instructors are, how they conduct sessions, you choose your dialect and language. After the trial session you can decide if you're interested to register. If you decide to register you will get to choose if you want group sessions, online sessions, 1 on 1 at the center sessions or home based sessions (home based applies to only women, children or couples) -If you prefer group interaction with other nationalities, and affordability you should go for Group (part-time or fulltime) \- If you like time flexibility and specialized language course according to your needs you should go for private \(online\, center based 1 on 1 or home based\) NOTE: The free trial session is only at the center/venue. Online trials are charged Therefore there is no compulsion, come over and go through a free-trial with us to first check us out and together we can build some trust before you make a decision! **As an Arabic Learner choose your preferred dialect from 25 different Arabic dialects e.g. Khaleeji (Emirati, Saudi, etc), Levantini (Lebanese, Syrian, Jordanian), Darija (Moroccan, Algerian), or Masri (Egyptian)** **As a Corporate English Learner choose your preferred dialect from 160 English dialects e.g. British, Australian, American, Canadian etc.** **Your Hosts**: \- Harir Al Neami an Award winning certified Teacher and Educationist \- Abd ar Rahman Renowned Radio Host\, Linguist and teacher \- Henya Parker Public Speaker\, teacher and host and 30 more instructors from 30 different backgrounds!! **What you’ll experience:** \>Practice speaking with confidence \>Improve your English and Arabic naturally \>Explore Business English and Business Arabic \>Learn more about local culture \> Multinational support from hosts of different backgrounds Join our group https://chat.whatsapp.com/K0SPEDnDIHX7EY6f4Gyzgb to know more **Slots are limited to keep things interactive.** **Drinks and snacks are on us!** !20 aed penalty for people who register rsvp but don't attend . No penalty for those who only join the group directly and book a trial session with registering an RSVP!

*Canvas & Contemplation: Deep Reflections Through Paintings* **Fee:** AED 30 **Duration:** 2 hours **Format:** Two paintings, one per hour — deep group discussion follows each What happens when philosophy meets paint and canvas? Welcome to **Canvas & Contemplation: Deep Reflections Through Paintings**, a unique gathering where we explore the profound connection between visual art and the human experience. Each session, we’ll sit with two powerful artworks — not to critique them like art historians, but to let them speak to our minds and souls. You'll be surprised by the range of interpretations one painting can evoke — where one person sees despair, another may find hope; where one sees chaos, another finds divine order. This is a space for meaningful, respectful conversation that opens us up to new perspectives and helps us see more — in the art, and in ourselves. Whether you're a philosopher at heart, an artist in spirit, or simply curious about how we see and feel, this event offers a space to slow down, look deeply, and think together. **Come with an open mind, leave with new eyes.** **Whatsapp link**: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FytQQgS85I61vS6nkduLm5

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Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

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