20th Muscat International Book Fair

The 20th Muscat International Book Fair held from the 26th Feb to the 7th of March in The Oman Exhibition Center is a diverse cultural event, that cover different aspects such as general cultural shows, usually lectures and seminars, art galleries, poetry evenings and other meaningful cultural events that contribute to the diversity of subjects in addition to multiplicity programs to attract the local visitors to the exhibition. 

The main emphasis of this exhibition is to enhance readership among children in which the organizing committee of the exhibition seek to expand the chance to meet individuals and institutions working in this area via collaboration with a number of writers and illustrators, librarians, publishers, educators, narrators, educational and cultural institutions and other experts who work directly with children to pass on to them the passion of reading.

A new feature of this years book fair is a selection of series of short stories for children called “آثار بلادي” tranlsates to the "My Countries Monuments" published by The Ministry of Heritage and Culture issued the  children's book, which includes cultural and cognitive content  from the Omani environment. The aim in which the short stories will be utalised by the younger generation as a source of information and knowledge to ehnace the awareness about Oman's heritage and culture, and the number of Omani sites listed on the World Heritage List.

Visitors can go to the exhibition from ten o'clock in the morning until 10 pm seven days a week except Friday where it opens at four o'clock in the afternoon to ten o'clock in the evening.

Now that I have blabbered about the event annoucement why not head over to Rummy's Scribbling and see what the underlying take is on such an event. Truth be told that Rummy really hit the nail on the head with her post.
 

Note: Link to website will direct to 2014 Book Fair info, which hasn't been updated in English but all information is available in the Arabic page.

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Ghedex-Jobex-Trainex Exhibition

 

Global Higher Education, Training and Job Opportunities Exhibition is a landmark event dedicated to Higher Education, Technology Education & Vocational Training and Omanisation & Job Opportunities.

 

The most comprehensive event of its kind held annually in the Sultanate of Oman, under the patronage of the Ministry of Higher Education and the Ministry of Manpower, GHEDEX, TRAINEX & JOBEX is an excellent opportunity for students, graduates, job seekers and those seeking education opportunities abroad.  Source

 

Ghedex- focused on higher education.

It provides and excellent opportunity for further educational institutions to promote educational programs allowing ease of registration and enrollment to both the Omani and expatriate students in Oman.


Trainex-focused on training and learning opportunities.

It serves to prepare nationals seeking future job prospects in specialised industries, and provide a quality environment for exhibitors to showcase valuable information to students and professionals looking to enhance their careers.


Jobex- job opportunities exhibition

This exhibition section offers valuable information, advice and opportunities for candidates interested in career development. It allows visitors attending the exhibition to consider the possibilities available in the job market.


Also available within the website is an opportunity to win a laptop if you register as a visitor for the exhibition. If you want to see last years event report

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Gailani Art 100x100 Exhibition

Don't miss out on this event tomorrow 4th Feb 2014; which will run at the Bait Al Zubair Museum from 7:30pm ART 100X100 Exhibition” at Bait al Zubair Museum to Support the Fight against Cancer!

Gailani  is conducting an art exhibition with a difference, showcasing works donated by artist personally moved or affected by cancer. The fundraiser aims to help collect funds for the OCA while at the same time making art affordable to the public.

The gallery will portray 100 works of art, from obviously 100 artist, all being sold for 100RO. These works of art are tributes to those who are fighting the war against cancer, and in some cases maybe personal artistic representation on experiences shared by the artist be it family or friends.

Emerging artist are brought together with established artists, and students allowing them to showcase their work for a cause which has touched allot of people one way or another.

Don't miss out on the event, and show your support to those who have lost the battle or still struggling with this deadly affliction.

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Local Happenings: Exhibition of the artist Saleh Miri

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The Omani-French Center invites you to visit the Exhibition of the artist Saleh Miri: "Inspirations d’Oman"that will last from the 5th of November to the 30th of November 2013

 

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Local Happenings: 5th International Women's Expo

The fifth edition of Women Expo, an international exhibition of women’s products and services, will be the biggest and most comprehensive one in Oman to date, with added new and interesting features to the traditional exhibition.

"Women Expo has been the only show in Oman that directly caters to the needs and interests of women. Showcasing products and services specifically designed for them, it offers them the opportunity to play a major role in the social and economic development of the Sultanate and enhance their position in society. It aims to serve as a catalyst for greater women empowerment and for increased awareness of the difference they can make.

Women's Expo 2013 builds on the achievements of the previous editions, providing women a unique platform to interact and focus on their aspirations and necessities."

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Local Happenings: Italian Solo Exhibtiion

 

Italian Solo Exhibition is going to be held for a period of four days from 28th-31st Oct in InterContinental Muscat,Oman.

The Italian Solo Exhibition aims to be the stepping stone and gateway to strengthen trade relations between Italy and the Sultanate of Oman. Omanexpo has joined hands with Easy Consulting Group (Italian counterpart) to coordinate with participating exhibitors from Italy.

Industry leaders and professionals related to the sectors of fashion, furniture, textile, art and craft, food and beverage and home decoration from all over the world will attend this event and will get a scope to share the same platform to exchange their new and innovative ideas, thoughts and views with each other.
 

Local Happening: Gallery Sarah

In loving memory of Sarah White, Bait Al Zubair  Museum are opening a gallery dedicated to her life and work on 30th Oct @7:00pm

A little history of Bait Al Zubair (House of Al Zubair) which is a private museum that opened its carved wooden doors to the public in 1998. It is totally funded by its founders, the Zubair family. The museum displays the family’s collection of Omani artefacts, which is considered to be the finest that is privately owned. Link here to see the various exhibitions located in Bait Al Zubair.

Local Happenings: Sarah Bags

LADIES!!!!

 

"Sarahsbag is again exhibiting in Oman; each year we have the opportunity to have her collection twice exposed in Muscat, the first is her Autumn/Winter collection in November and the second is her Spring/Summer collection in May.

Her latest Celeste, African saga, Pixel and Arabesque collection will be displayed in the trunk show’s open house on Saturday November 9,2013 from 3pm to 7pm

 

Some of you might already know about these unique bags and accessories that are sold for a cause as they are executed by women in need and female prisoners. The designer, Sarah Beydoun launched her product in 2000 and became a famous designer for her concept. She sells her collection all over the world and many famous figures such as Queen Rania of Jordan, the French actress Catherine De Neuve and the Lebanese film director Nadine Labaki wear her bags and support her cause.

 

A catalogue with the whole collection will also be available for placing orders."

 

direct from email source Carla Khalil carlakhalil@hotmail.com