AUGUST
SPECTACULAR SUMMER!
2015.
HAPPENINGS
When? Ongoing – August 31 Event? Bahrain Summer Festival 2015 Venue? Various Locations
*Nakhool Garden Programme Week One: GCC Week (July 31-August 6) Week Two: Asian Week (August 7-13) Week Three: African Week (August 14-20) Week Four: European Week (August 21-31)
With summer in full swing, it’s that time again when, along with the temperature, the excitement for one of the most popular events on the island is also reaching an all time high. The much anticipated Bahrain Summer Festival 2015 is finally here to take us on its annual journey to yet another cultural extravaganza. The month-long festival, which started on July 30, has a variety of entertainment on offer, featuring fantastic family-oriented shows as
well as activities from a selection of top regional and international talents. The festival’s exclusive lineup of events has something for everyone, from musical concerts and theatrical productions to artistic showcases and avant-garde performances.
NAKHOOL GARDEN When? Ongoing - August 31 (daily) Event? Edutainment Venue? Tent at Sitra Mall The beloved Bahrain Summer Festival mascot, Nakhool, returns again this year to take kids on a fun-filled journey of discovery designed to educate the artistic young talents of tomorrow. Celebrate fun and culture with the adventurous duo, Nakhool
*Week 1: GCC Week When? Ongoing–August 6, 4pm–10pm Event? Arabian Creations Workshop in cooperation with Twinkle Twinkle* Venue? Nakhool Garden Tent, Sitra Mall Age? 4 - 15 years E Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh. When? Ongoing–August 6, 4pm–10pm Event? Palm Farm in cooperation with the National Initiative for Agricultural Development* Venue? Nakhool Garden Tent, Sitra Mall Age? 4 - 15 years A series of workshops to teach kids how to make various traditional things using palm trees, including baskets, ropes, fishing traps, bird cages, boats etc. There will also be a number of palm-related products and traditional games. E Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh.
and Nakhoola, at the Nakhool Garden, which will showcase a diverse array of live shows and educational activities. Experience the cultural heritage of countries from around the globe in a family-friendly atmosphere through a plethora of interactive activities which develop the mind and facilitate dialogue between cultures. Various workshops and competitions will also be held throughout the duration of the festival.
When? Ongoing–August 6, 4pm–10pm Event? Creativity Studio in cooperation with the Bahrain Science Centre* Venue? Nakhool Garden Tent, Sitra Mall Age? 4 - 15 years E Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh.
NAKHOOL GARDEN PROGRAMME 2015 Nakhool Theatre Date: Ongoing – August 31 (daily) Time: 4pm – 10pm Age: 2+ years This features a series of kid-friendly artistic performances, entertaining games and science competitions that develop young minds as well as multicultural musical and theatrical plays. Nakhool Superstar Competition 2015 (part of Nakhool Theatre) This is a daily competition that aims to discover young artistic talents between the ages of five and 15 years in various fields such as singing, music, poetry, diction and presenting, acting, impersonations and mimicry as well as modelling. Nakhool Kids Art Auction will also be www.bahrainthismonth.com
held as part of the programme. Other Nakhool Garden programmes include: Painting and Artist / Performance Art by Bahraini Artists Date: August 7, 14, 21 and 28 Time: 6pm Age: 2 – 15 years Children’s TV Date: Ongoing - August 31 (daily) Time: 4pm – 10pm Age: 2+ years Get nostalgic with a series of favourite vintage children’s programmes and cartoons as well as various animated films from around the world that will take kids on a magical journey. Fitness for Kids Featuring Baby Clay Date: Ongoing - August 31 (daily) Time: 4pm – 10pm
Age: 2 - 8 years Each week, the Baby Clay programme selects two folk games from different continents and teaches children how to play them, with a competition held at the end. The programme also includes gymnastics and physical fitness for a wholesome and fun environment. Traditional Games Corner Date: Ongoing - August 31 (daily) Time: 4pm – 10pm Age: 2 - 15 years Creativity Studio Date: Ongoing - August 31 (daily) Time: 4pm – 10pm Age: 2 - 15 years Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh.
When? Ongoing–August 6, 4pm–10pm Event? Up-cycling Workshop by Aisha Burashid* Venue? Nakhool Garden Tent, Sitra Mall Age? 4 - 15 years E Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh. When? Ongoing–August 6, 4pm–10pm Event? Doll Making Workshop by Dunia Ahmed* Venue? Nakhool Garden Tent, Sitra Mall Age? 4 - 15 years E Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh. When? Ongoing–August 6, 4pm–10pm Event? Traditional Weaving Workshop in cooperation with the Nasaej Project for Traditional Embroidery* Venue? Nakhool Garden Tent, Sitra Mall Age? 8 - 15 years E Call 39 998-781 or email nakhool2015@culture.gov.bh. August 2015 25