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Read, Reflect, Repeat
š **Love stories but never find the time to read? Always wanted to start reading but donāt know where to begin?**
This club is for you.
We meet **every Thursday** to read and discuss **one or two short stories**āquick reads that pack a punch!
No pressure, no heavy commitmentsājust good stories, great conversations, and a welcoming space to build (or revive) your reading habit.
Whether youāre a **wannabe reader** looking to get started, a **busy book lover** who needs an excuse to read, or someone who enjoys **sharing perspectives on a great story**, youāll fit right in.
Come for the stories, stay for the discussions! šJoin us for out meetup of **A Few Good Pages**, where we continue to celebrate beloved short stories!
Hosted at Soul Side Wellness, 2603, The Dome Tower, Cluster N, JLT.
Please update the RSVP if there's any change in your plans :-)
āOpen this link to join the WhatsApp Group for updates
https://chat.whatsapp.com/IpIMc6c87W49FJIg1cRDJk?mode=hqrt2
Kite Beach Power Walk & Talk ā Round Two
Weāre kicking off Round Two of the Kite Beach Walks ā a high-energy, community-driven morning walk designed to boost wellness, spark new connections, and build real consistency. Expect a steady pace, good vibes, and a supportive group focused on starting the day with purpose.
Join us if youāre ready to build momentum and make this weekly walk part of your lifestyle.
Have coffee and speak English!
Looking to practice your English in a relaxed, friendly environment and network with others?
Join us for "**Have Coffee and Speak English**!" ā a casual Meetup Group where language learners and fluent speakers come together over coffee, conversation, and connection.
We chat about anything and everything! Meet fellow residents of Dubai and create fresh connections.
Whether you're a beginner or nearly fluent, this is a great opportunity to build confidence, improve your speaking skills, and meet people from around the world. No pressure, no grammar tests, no agenda - just real conversations and lots of laughs.
**When:** [Every Thursday beginning 15 May 2025]
**Time**: 09:30 AM onwards.
**Where:** [Peach Brown CafƩ, One Lake Plaza, Cluster-T, Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT), Dubai. (Formerly known as Public CafƩ). Easily walkable from Sobha Realty Metro Station] https://maps.app.goo.gl/yW6TFmUYRmQpat4C7
**Cost:** Free (just buy your own drink!)
**Who should join:**
Anyone who wants to improve or practice their English, make international friends, or simply enjoy good company over coffee or tea or cool drinks.
Come as you are, bring a smile, and let's chat in English!
Volleyball Kite Beach gamešļø 6 Vs 6 šš
Beach Volleyball Game 3 Teams 6 Vs 6
Entry fee 36.99AED payment and registration for the game though our website only
Private message admin to confirm your spot on WhatsApp +971506319390
*Join our WhatsApp community* to see teams split and Game instructions š¬
https://chat.whatsapp.com/GftDQed2Bre6grkRDKQ2FC?mode=ems_copy_c
All are welcomeme to joinš¤
Arabic Mafia Night Ł
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š¢ Arabic Mafia Night
Join us for Mafia Night on Monday at 8:00 PM.
šµ Price includes one drink: š§
60 AED for gentlemen
30 AED for ladies
š¹ Shisha is also available on the menu.
š Location: Shisha CafĆ©, Al Barsha
š£ļø Arabic speakers only
For RESERVATIONS: 055 577 8561
https://chat.whatsapp.com/H5mESw5B29FF7jNHJjf0jy?mode=wwt
https://www.instagram.com/winner_dinner0
*Visit our website*
https://winner-dinner.com
Brew & Bond: Where coffee sparks new connections
Let's Step away from screens and step into real conversations.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
āWeāre hosting a **special coffee meetup** to meet new people, spark genuine connections, and share laughter in an **elegant cafĆ© setting** šæš¶
**āImagine this š**
* āA cozy evening with soft music playing in the background.
* āAn elegant cafĆ© atmosphere with warm lighting and stylish dĆ©cor.
* āCoffee, tea, or your favorite drink in hand.
* āA room full of open-minded, amazing people ready to connect.
Itās about **meeting new friends**, enjoying great vibes, and discovering the magic of spontaneous connection.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
āBecause sometimes, all it takes is a cup of coffee to turn strangers into friends. š«
**ā⨠Expect the unexpected:**
* āFun conversation starters that keep things flowing.
* āStories from people you never imagined youād meet.
* āSurprising laughter that carries long after the night is over.
āSo grab your favorite drink, take a seat, and let the conversations flow.
**Registration**
ā
RSVP on Meetup.
ā
[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Coffee š
Socializing & Free latin dance workshop šš»šŗš»š at Media one at FORTY3
š„ Socializing Nights Letās Dance! šš»šŗš»at Media one at FORTY3
Get ready for a fun night with bachata, salsa, and great Latin music. Whether youāre a complete beginner or already know how to dance, this is your chance to enjoy, learn, and have a good time. Meet new people, enjoy the vibes, and join the workshop only if you want to. No pressure, just positive vibes!
-As we have limited spots, please make sure to show up once you RSVP. Canceling last minute takes a spot from someone who wanted to attend but couldnāt book because it was already taken.-
šš„ Expect dancing, fun, laughter, and pure good vibes all night long!
š
Thursday ā 8:00 PM
šµ Entry Fee:
š Ladies: Free entry + 1 complimentary drink
šŗ Gentlemen: 50 AED (includes 1 drink)
šVenue:
Media one at FORTY3
(Fourty3)
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Follow us
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/socializing_uae?igsh=MWQyeGh5ZDNqcXhtZw==
Telegram
https://t.me/socializingoriginal
WhatsApp
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āļø Contact us: +971585774523 / +971 56 957 9533
Writing Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
From memory to meaning
Memory is not the story ā itās the material.
This session explores how writers transform lived experience into meaning on the page.
Weāll look at distance, selection, and perspective.
Leave with sharper tools, not emotional homework.
Short stories, Big conversations
š **Love stories but never find the time to read? Always wanted to start reading but donāt know where to begin?**
This club is for you.
We read and discuss **one or two short stories**āquick reads that pack a punch!
No pressure, no heavy commitmentsājust good stories, great conversations, and a welcoming space to build (or revive) your reading habit.
Whether youāre a **wannabe reader** looking to get started, a **busy book lover** who needs an excuse to read, or someone who enjoys **sharing perspectives on a great story**, youāll fit right in.
Come for the stories, stay for the discussions! š
āLocation : Godiva Cafe, 1st floor, Mall of Emirates (D7 is the closest parking Entrance)
Open this link to join the WhatsApp Group for updates
https://chat.whatsapp.com/IpIMc6c87W49FJIg1cRDJk?mode=hqrt2
Spiritual Tea
Come and have tea, meet new friends and engage in an open conversation about life's purpose, our collective responsibility towards humanity, our existence on this planet, diverse religious perspectives, spiritual insights, the interconnectedness of all people, gender equality, the convergence of faiths, and current world issues.
Location: Cafe Barbera, close to Miracle Garden
[Location pin ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/JnL2jTgF4jWAndYn9)
Time: 19:30
Secrets of Public Speaking, Presentation & Communication
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, weāll 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 Ā· 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
Sunday KiteBeach Volleyball
Fun Volleyball at the beach, we accept all levels
We will be playing 6 vs 6
Total of 3 Teams
35AED per person
Confirming through whatsapp
https://wa.me/971508010822
Saturday Kitebeach Volleyball
Fun Volleyball at the beach, we accept all levels
We will be playing 6 vs 6
Total of 3 Teams
35AED per person
Confirming through whatsapp
https://wa.me/971508010822
Year end gathering at FISH MARKET: Buckets of Taste and Fun!
This is a year-end gathering for those who love **SEAFOOD!**
Let's enjoy **delicious seafood** šš¦š¦š¤with a breath-taking views ššø of the **Dubai Creek** š¢š and **Old Dubai** š¼šļøšŖ Plus, we will take a moment to reflect on the origin of the seafood, on the UAE's traditional culture of the sea, and its connection with its culture of the desert and its the culture of the mountains. We'll reflect on how all of this shaped Dubai's development and history, and how it may inspire us to shape the new year 2026!
šļø **FRIDAY, 26 December 2025**
ā° 7:30 PM ā 9:30 PM
š Fish Market, Radisson Blu Deira Creek
āļø +971-58-208-4392 (host Rodrigo)
š **To confirm attendance please contact organiser**
š° **AED 99** **ONLY!** payable in cash/card at reception
š¤ Includes: **1 Kg Bucket** with shrimp, crab, squid, clams & mussels.
š· Drinks are Ć la carte, pay as you go.
šø Non-alcoholic options
š
æļø Free Valet Parking
š No smoking please!
ABOUT FISH MARKET
ā Awarded Traveller's Choice in Trip Advisor
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Shut Up & Write!Ā® South Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at 7:00pm the second & fourth Wednesday of every month at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (HQ).
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 around 6:45pm. 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 Two Dollar Radio HQ!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! Other customers are welcome at Two Dollar HQ at the time, so please 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.
* **ACCESSIBILITY:** Two Dollar Radio HQ's entrance door on Cline Street is wheelchair accessible, they have two gender-neutral bathrooms that are both wheelchair accessible, and their ordering and table-seating area is as well. Working service dogs are allowed.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Two Dollar Radio HQ does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public street parking on all surrounding streets, on both sides of Parsons Ave. You are also welcome to park in the Columbus Metropolitan Library parking lot across the street (1113 Parsons Ave). Two Dollar Radio HQ has a bike rack on the corner of Cline and Parsons, and the library has bike parking (across Parsons).
* **FOOD/BEVERAGE:** Two Dollar Radio HQ is a bar and vegan cafe. Their food is 100% vegan and made from scratch, with love. They also serve a range of wine, beer, and cocktails, as well as coffees and teas. If you're able to, please consider thanking our venue by purchasing something!!
Queer Quills
**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!**
Shut Up & Write!Ā® South Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at 7:00pm the second & fourth Wednesday of every month at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (HQ).
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 around 6:45pm. 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 Two Dollar Radio HQ!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! Other customers are welcome at Two Dollar HQ at the time, so please 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.
* **ACCESSIBILITY:** Two Dollar Radio HQ's entrance door on Cline Street is wheelchair accessible, they have two gender-neutral bathrooms that are both wheelchair accessible, and their ordering and table-seating area is as well. Working service dogs are allowed.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Two Dollar Radio HQ does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public street parking on all surrounding streets, on both sides of Parsons Ave. You are also welcome to park in the Columbus Metropolitan Library parking lot across the street (1113 Parsons Ave). Two Dollar Radio HQ has a bike rack on the corner of Cline and Parsons, and the library has bike parking (across Parsons).
* **FOOD/BEVERAGE:** Two Dollar Radio HQ is a bar and vegan cafe. Their food is 100% vegan and made from scratch, with love. They also serve a range of wine, beer, and cocktails, as well as coffees and teas. If you're able to, please consider thanking our venue by purchasing something!!
Shut Up & Write!Ā® South Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at 7:00pm the second & fourth Wednesday of every month at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (HQ).
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 around 6:45pm. 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 Two Dollar Radio HQ!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! Other customers are welcome at Two Dollar HQ at the time, so please 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.
* **ACCESSIBILITY:** Two Dollar Radio HQ's entrance door on Cline Street is wheelchair accessible, they have two gender-neutral bathrooms that are both wheelchair accessible, and their ordering and table-seating area is as well. Working service dogs are allowed.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Two Dollar Radio HQ does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public street parking on all surrounding streets, on both sides of Parsons Ave. You are also welcome to park in the Columbus Metropolitan Library parking lot across the street (1113 Parsons Ave). Two Dollar Radio HQ has a bike rack on the corner of Cline and Parsons, and the library has bike parking (across Parsons).
* **FOOD/BEVERAGE:** Two Dollar Radio HQ is a bar and vegan cafe. Their food is 100% vegan and made from scratch, with love. They also serve a range of wine, beer, and cocktails, as well as coffees and teas. If you're able to, please consider thanking our venue by purchasing something!!





















