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Here’s what’s taking place at Family Night at Jameel Arts Centre
Children above the age of five who love story time can head to the Jameel Library from 9pm to 9.45pm where they can enjoy a live storytime reading by Nadine Ghandou.
For the creative ones, there are workshops where little ones can create a doll, learn to make a lantern, build their very own guitar and lunar calendar and more.
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Little ones and adults fascinated with the stars, there are two stargazing and sky mapping sessions that will take place on the roof of Jameel Arts Centre. The session is held by Dubai Astronomy Group, so you know you’re in well-qualified hands.