10 things to do in UAE this weekend

Dubai - Don't have plans this weekend? Here are some suggestions

Ripe time      
Spend your weekends shopping for organic produce, or browse the rest of the stalls for locally-produced handicrafts at Ripe Market. It's a great way to support local SMEs and with everything from live music to petting zoos on offer, is a great way to wind down the weekend with your family. At Al Barsha Pond Park, noon-9pm. For details, 04 315 7000.

Poetry corner
Poet and writer Lena Tuffaha Khalaf will be performing works from her debut collection, Water and Salt, which was released earlier this year. Her poems deal with cycles of war and news coverage. A talk will follow. At Alserkal Avenue, 4pm.  For details, rsvp@alserkalavenue.ae

Dhow sailing
If you missed Heat 4 of the 22ft Traditional Dhow Sailing Race, De, then head down to the Dubai International Marine Club to see the final heat of the competition. See teams of skilled sailors take to the waters of Mina Seyahi in their iconic vessels. For details, 04 399 5777.
Madame Gandhi
Madame Gandhi, is a Los Angeles-based musician, activist and music industry thinker. She and singer/songwriter Megane Quashie will be performing at Lucky Voice Dubai, Grand Millennium Hotel, 8pm. For details, 800 58259.
Xmas cookies
Have yourself a Merry little Christmas at the Cookie Workshop. Join and flex your culinary muscles in a hands-on Christmas cookies class with the guidance from Chef Sula Khodairi at The Workshop, Dubai, 2.30pm.   For details, info@theworkshopdubai.com

D32day
Head to Dubai Design District for the first ever D3 Art Market, where you will have a chance to buy art, and the UAE's creative community will be able to present their works to a larger audience. 30 artists have been chosen to showcase their art, and exhibit everything from paintings and photographs to stationery and 3D-printed objects. 10am-7pm. Entry is free. For details, www.dubaidesigndistrict.com/
Saturday Piknik
Part of the Abu Dhabi Food Festival, Piknik will feature a two-meter high ice cream cone and a one-meter large donut. At Umm Al Emarat Park, Abu Dhabi, 12noon-10pm.  For details, 800 555.
Cine delish
Have you ever seen a movie where the heroes are eating such a delicious dish, you wished you could jump into the scene and take a bite? This is the idea behind the Film Food Time. Moviegoers will be offered a themed menu to complement the list of films which include chef documentaries, cartoons, and foodie films. At Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, 6pm-11m.   For details, 800 555.

Sunset yoga
Set against the stunning landscape of the historical Dubai Creek, this is an extraordinary Sunset Yoga experience for all fitness enthusiasts at the beach. At Marsa Plaza, Dubai Festival City, 4.30pm. For details, 04 330 4030.

Rise and shine
Rise at Dubai Creek Harbour, which runs every Saturday, has activities and entertainment for the whole family, with live musical performances and a pop-up market. There are also screenings, workshops, fitness classes, and activities for kids including arts and crafts and science workshops. At 12noon-12 midnight. Entry is free.  For details, 050 557 4717.

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