‘School of Life’ Celebrates Emirati Identity and Heritage this December
- 09:00-09: 00 PM Saturday
- Registration Required
UAE Heritage and Identity
Dubai Culture invites all community members to join a vibrant lineup of innovative experiences this December through its flagship initiative, School of Life, which is part of Dubai’s Quality of Life Strategy. Under the theme ‘UAE Heritage and Identity,’ The programme will offer 26 hands-on activities across a variety of themed clubs, focusing on literature, health and nutrition, family development, language, art, calligraphy, performing arts, music, and the Impact Track. Each session is designed to encourage Dubai Public Library visitors develop new skills in new and exciting ways.
Story-Writing: Their Past, Our Future - Sahab Collective
Woven Palm accessories - Ghosn Art
National Collage - Sara Ali
Clay Handbuilding - Tashkeel
Health & Nutrition Club
The Health & Nutrition Club promotes holistic well-being through sessions focused on healthy eating and mindful movement. Participants build sustainable lifestyle habits while exploring the connection between nutrition, wellness, and daily balance.
Mini Sandwich Preparation - Mummy Yummy
Fruit Art - Mummy Yummy
Art Club
The Art Club invites both kids and adults to explore their creativity through drawing, painting, and hands-on art projects. Whether guided or open-ended, each session encourages self-expression, imagination, and creative confidence.
Camel Plush Workshop - Medaf Creative Studio
Painting on Concrete - Medaf Creative Studio
Painting on Woven Palm - Abeer Al Edani
Paint Your Mini Barjeel - Medaf Creative Studio
Book Club
The Book Club offers reading sessions for children and adults at different times, fostering a love for literature and discussion. Children engage through stories and interactive activities, while adults explore deeper themes and shared reflections in a welcoming setting.
Book Discussion: Education in the Age of Indifference - Rawyat Book Club
Emirati Identity and Heritage in Contemporary Narrative: The Novel - Except Your Grandmother, She Used to Sing - Rawyat Book Club
Book Discussion: Hirz Tala - Rawyat Book Club
Family Development Club
The Family Development Club offers a welcoming space for individuals to strengthen family bonds, enhance well-being, and grow together through community-based learning. With engaging sessions on parenting, communication, and personal development, the club supports meaningful connections at home and in society.
Employee Motivation - Jehan Safar
Language Club
The Language Club celebrates cultural exchange and learning through languages like Arabic and French. With age-appropriate formats, children engage through play and storytelling, while adults build conversational skills and cultural insight.
Arabic in Nature: Our Unity is Our Identity - Arabically
Arabic in Nature: The Value of Hard Work - Arabically
Calligraphy Club
The Calligraphy Club explores the artistic and cultural dimensions of writing. Participants can join distinct experiences such as the Ruq’ah Impact Track, focused on Arabic calligraphy, or creative sessions like Baybayin Calligraphy.
Baybayin x Arabic Calligraphy - Gino Banola
Creative Impact Track: Ruq'ah Calligraphy – Advanced Level 301 - Mohammad Hussain Altamimi
Baybayin Calligraphy on Pottery - Gino Banola
Art from Emirati Landscape - School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation
Thuluth Calligraphy Basics - School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation
Music and Performing Arts Club
As part of the School of Life initiative, Dubai Culture launches the Music & Performing Arts Club within Dubai Public Libraries, an interactive platform to develop talents in singing, theatre, and voice over, while fostering confidence and creative expression among participants.
