25 things to do this week

Wednesday, September 5

Go exploring: The annual Abu Dhabi International Hunting Exhibition (ADIHEX) starts today. Head along and be the first to grab a glimpse of the action outdoors. See falcon displays, Arabian horse shows, desert dogs shows, gun displays and much, much more.
Halls 5-11 and ICC Abu Dhabi, daily from 10am-10pm. See www.adihex.net for more information and schedule of events.

Enjoy the craic: Spend Wednesdays at the one and only PJ O’Reilly’s. This lively and casual bar offers resident DJs, live music and big screen TVs showing all the best sport. If you’re peckish try the Irish themed traditional pub grub served all day.
Open from 12pm-2.30am. Le Royal Méridien Hotel (02 674 2020).

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Savour a tipple at Cooper’s: Thanks to its buzzing atmosphere, it’s one of our favourite bars. Cooper’s in the Park Rotana is making a great night out even better by offering all the ladies free unlimited drinks tonight from their weekly selection.
From 8pm-12pm. Can you afford to miss this? Cooper’s, Park Rotana (02 657 3333).

Go and see a film: New York University Abu Dhabi Institute is screening two locally made and highly respected new short films. The Circle and Layers are both showing today and will be introduced by their directors. The event kicks off at 7pm and finishes at 9pm.
Downtown Campus. For information and to RSVP visit www.nyuad.nyu.edu/news-events.

Thursday, September 6

Shop till you drop: No more getting lost around Zayed Port and the fish market, because the new Ace Hardware on Yas Island has finally opened! Boasting a colossal 60,000sqm of shop floor with everything homeowners could need, including timber cutting, a garden centre, a paint colour centre and a Book & Bean Café, plus all the regular Ace products we love.
Open seven days a week, 10am-10pm. Yas Island, opposite Ikea (02 565 1945).

Get educated: Parents undecided about pre-school options should check out Abu Dhabi’s Little GemsIPC Franchise Preschool, now open for registrations for 2012-13. Facilities includea Montessori system, multi-lingual tuition andall the top technology for your nippers.
76 Street, Khalifa City A. www.littlegems.ae.org (02 557 1627).

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Dance the night away: Can’t decide what to do on a Thursday night? Then try the recently reopened So-hi club at Aloft Hotel. This week they’re hosting their official launch party with DJ Tamer, there are free introductory drinks for guys and gals plus 50 percent off house drinks after 12am.
Aloft Hotel (02 654 5138).

Make new friends: American Women’s Network is meeting at Café Arabia today at 10am. Come along and meet new people, make some friends and enjoy the unique atmosphere.
Café Arabia, Al Mushrif (02 643 9698).

Friday, September 7

Discover: The Back to School Fair 2012 is packed with great ideas and advice. Meet a range of experts and representatives and explore some new products from party ideas to clothing and more. It is the A to Z of your child’s well-being, education and entertainment needs. A fun event for the whole family.
From 5pm-midnight daily in Hall 3 and 4 of ADNEC. www.adnec.ae.

Have a feast: Get your teeth around the Friday Marina Brunch at the InterContinental Abu Dhabi from noon-4pm. Prices start at Dhs216 per person including soft drinks or Dhs250 with unlimited bubbly. Choose between Chamas and The Yacht Club with great live music by DJ Rabih and the Chamas band.
InterContinental Hotel, Al Bateen (02 423 4633).

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Start giving: Get down to the Radisson Blu and Park Hotel Yas Island to collect your container to participate in the 2012 box appeal. Fill your box with items from the list provided and bask in the knowledge you’ve brightened an Abu Dhabi labourer’s day.
www.facebook.com/TheBoxAppeal.

Party time: The Abu Dhabi Irish Society is hosting its welcome back party. The extravaganzais guaranteed to be a fun day out for both adults and children. Enjoy children’s games, live music and tuition in various Gaelic sports. Everyone is welcome.
From 4.30pm at the Zayed Sports City stadium, 30th Street. www.irishsocietyabudhabi.com

Saturday, September 8

Fly high over the capital: Think you’ve seen every corner of Abu Dhabi? Well we bet you haven’t seen it from the air. Try a helicopter sightseeing tour and see our city like never before.
Prices on request. Falcon Aviation Services (02 444 0007).

Work out with a personal trainer: Hiltonia Health Club and Spa is an ideal venue for discovering a new, healthier you. Try their myriad of fitness options available from personal trainers to watersports.
Hiltonia Health Club, 8am-9pm. Hilton Abu Dhabi (02 692 4324).

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Try something new and exotic: If you’re feeling adventurous then try some unique and unusual food at the Bonna Annee restaurant, who serve up great genuine Ethiopian cuisine. Try the fiery hot dhal-like dishes all served on their distinctive sour dough bread. This little place is cheap as chips and definitely different.
Bonna Annee, off Salam St (02 491 2128).

Go shopping: It’s almost time to hit the beach again and if you’re in dire need of some top new togs, fear not. Pierre Cardin at Al Wahda Mall is currently offering customers an amazing September-long offer: buy one get three free. Can you really afford not to?
Pierre Cardin, Al Wahda Mall (02 443 7000).

Sunday, September 9

Hit the clubs: Want to get back out on the fairways now the heat is finally easing up? Check out the Hawksbill package at the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club. Customers get one month’s use of the club facilities and five private golf lessons for Dhs1,450.
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Saadiyat Island (02 557 8000).

Relax in style: If you’re in dire need of relaxation then try the Crowne Fitness Centre. Offering a range of pampering and relaxing procedures from Swedish massage to reflexology, it’s exactly what the doctor ordered.
Prices from Dhs275 for 50 minutes. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Street(02 621 0000).

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Get your kids exercising: Got kids with excess energy to burn? Try the Abu Dhabi Combat Club, who host a great range of martial offerings for the nippers and kick boxing for the teens. You’ll have them willing Sunday nights to come around.
Dhs150 per month. Al Mushrif (02 443 0355).

New ladies’ night: Check out the all-new ladies’ night at chic hot spot Left Bank. Party with DJs Chadphunk and Stew Magoo and the girls drink for free.
Left Bank, Souk Qaryat Al Beri (02 558 1680).

Monday, September 10

Re-home a pooch: If you’re feeling generous visit the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital Animal Shelter where literally hundreds of the capital’s strays stay. Why not offer to help walk a few, take them some much needed donations or consider offering a home.
ADFH Animal Shelter, Sweihan Road (02 575 5155).

Have a fancy caviar facial: It seems caviar is not just for eating. Spoil yourself with a luxurious facial at Atarmia Spa and you will receive a complimentary 60-minute Diamond Synergy massage until the end of October.
The 120-minute Caviar Sublime Facial costs Dhs990, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island (02 596 1100).

Buy some new furniture: The new ‘Rough lux’ range is available at The One stores now. Elegantly mixing the luxurious with starker elements, it’s a unique and bold look that is sure to impress.
The One, Sheikh Zayed 1st Street, next to the BMW showroom (02 681 6500).

Go German: The Goethe Institute offers all those interested in German an action- packed schedule of language, culture and customs classes. Get involved.
Sun-Thu, 9am-5pm. Sheikh Zayed 2nd Street (02 672 7920).

Tuesday, September 11

Eat around the world: The Culinary Safari at the Shangri-La Hotel offers diners a unique opportunity to try five different courses from five of their most prestigious restaurants, all in one night. Sample the best the hotel has to offer at Dhs555 per person.
Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri (02 509 8555).

Learn the lingo: Want to learn some Arabic? Try the Ladies’ Bespoke Arabic classes for beginners through to advanced. Classes are available daily, costing Dhs200 per hour.
Cultural Foundation, Delma Corner (050 614 4815).

Make-up magic: With the new season upon us it’s time to update your make-up collections. Check out Mikyajy at Al Wahda Mall. There are even gorgeous selected items from this fast growing brand available at an amazing 75 percent off until September 18.
Mikyajy, Al Wahda Mall (02 441 6404).

Play like a dream: Learn to play the oud at House of Oud personal music training centre. Lessons in the region’s most evocative instrument will have you strumming the strings in no time.
Lessons cost Dhs1,000 per month for 12 lessons. Classes run 10am-3pm and 4pm-10pm. Salam Street, behind One-to-One Hotel (02 641 5699).