Bahrain This Month - September 2022

happenings www.bahrainthismonth.com 12 September 2022 SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS Enjoy doing some hands-on work when you build a wooden boat during this workshop! Participants will learn to recognise the many types of wood used to make model ships, how to cut wood to construct ship models, how to mould the ship’s accessories, and how to draw, carve, and sand a piece of wood. Bahrain has a long history of shipbuilding, an important traditional industry where Bahrainis have thrived and left notable legacies. Al-banush (dhow), bloom, Albaghlah, and other types of ships have been used for passenger and cargo transportation as well as fishing, diving, and pearling through the centuries. The workshop is from 10am to noon. Be sure to register through the website to ensure your spot. Call Visit www.culture.gov.bh. IMMERSE YOURSELF IN TRADITION SEPTEMBER 30 DANDIYA RAAS INTERCONTINENTAL REGENCY HOTEL, MANAMA This September, you can enjoy an enchanting dandiya night featuring groovy and traditional beats by DJ Nirmal, live percussion by Anand and a garba competition! Dandiya Raas is the traditional folkdance originating from Gujarat, India. The special feature of Dandiya dance is the vibrant attire worn by dancers and the colourful sticks carried by them. Grab your dandiya sticks and get your moves ready for an unforgettable night with friends and family. Doors open at 7pm. Call WhatsApp 33 259-981. A FANTASTIC FIESTA! SEPTEMBER 15 TO 23 MEXICAN FESTIVAL THE GULF HOTEL BAHRAIN CONVENTION AND SPA SET SAIL SEPTEMBER 10,17 AND 24 BOAT MAKING WORKSHOP AL JASRA CRAFTS TRAINING CENTRE TIME TO PARTY SEPTEMBER 29 OKTOBERFEST’22 THE GULF HOTEL BAHRAIN CONVENTION AND SPA Want to enjoy an authentic German experience? We’ve got you covered. The Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volksfest, featuring a brew festival, food and live music. The best news is you don’t have to go halfway across the world to enjoy it—you can celebrate it right here in Bahrain! At the hotel’s Gulf Convention Centre, enjoy a night of live music from the German band ‘Lasterbacher Musicanten’ while sampling a variety of brews and food. Don’t miss out on this authentic Oktoberfest experience! The event charges start from BHD 28 onwards. Call 17 713-000. Indulge in a week-long technicolour Mexican food and cultural festival! Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at Margarita Mexicana with spectacular food, music and dancing. Let your soul revel in traditional folkloric dancing, mariachis, fiestas and Mexican art this September! The Mexican Independence Day is an important national holiday in Mexico. It occurs on September 16th and celebrates Mexico’s independence from Spain. The festivities include parades, concerts and fireworks displays. You can expect to experience the true spirit of this momentous occasion right here in the Kingdom at Margarita Mexicana! Call 17 713-000.

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