What exactly is everyone talking about around town

Eminent Hindustani vocalist Pandit Jasraj returns to Dubai this September to give a live concert, thanks to the popular demand for classical music in the UAE.

The happenings in the city

Building blocks for your kids
Give your little ones the life lessons they need with Safari Kid nursery. The popular chain which has operations in places such as India, Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia and the US, opened its first Middle East branch right here in Dubai, on August 18, and is sure to provide a quality educational experience for your child. The nursery offers an extensive in-house curriculum that has been developed by experts; the teacher to student ratio is 1:8, and their classes are not based upon age, but students' developmental goals. There's also a Safari Kid Parent App - so parents can always be in the loop when it comes to their child's progress. For more information, call 04-3597398 or 050-4548879.

 A Classical Night to Remember
Eminent Hindustani vocalist Pandit Jasraj returns to Dubai this September to give a live concert, thanks to the popular demand for classical music in the UAE. The two hour-long concert, presented by Tambourine Live, is to be held on Friday, September 11, at Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah - definitely set to be a fine showcase of traditional singing. Making the night all the more memorable will be the flute accompaniment by child prodigy and Grammy-nominated flautist Shashank Subramanyam, a disciple of Pandit Jasraj. Tickets are available at Madinat Theatre Box Office - simply call 04-366 6546 or get them online on madinattheatre.com.

 Bata by choice
Let's face it, there's nothing more important that keeping your feet comfy. Which is why we couldn't be more thrilled about Bata launching its latest collection at its recently-opened store in Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi. With loads of stylish, classic looks available, you're sure to feel spoilt for choice. There's also a summer sale on at the moment, with the shoes discounted upto 60 per cent - so shop away! For more information, call 02-6815354.

Fuel a Trip to the US
Good news for burger lovers and travel addicts alike! BurgerFuel, the much-loved New Zealand-born company, has teamed up with Channel 4 Radio and Coca-Cola to give one lucky winner a holiday of a lifetime to the US. For a chance to win the trip, which will coincide with BurgerFuel's expansion to America in 2016, order online through their newly launched website www.burgerfueluae.com or using their new app. You can also order a BurgerFuel Monthly Special to receive five entries into the big prize draw! The campaign kicked off on August 16 and will run until September 24, with the main winner to be announced in October. It's all about luck - and your love for burgers, of course!
 A Lesson in Makeup
Max Factor's Makeup Academy has reopened its doors to the public, from a brand new venue at that! The academy, which shifted to Capital D Studio, #50, 6b Street, Al Quoz 3, offers fashionistas or budding makeup artists a chance to refine their skills through a highly professional training programme. There are three courses to choose from - a full-day course on makeup looks that suits your features; an eight-week course that caters to aspiring professionals, and an intense two-week professional course. To register for classes at the Max Factor Makeup Academy, call 04-341 5339 or email samira@maxfactoracademy.ae