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3 things to do today in Abu Dhabi

Be an early-bird to breakfast or run for the less fortunate

Friday, November 22

Run for the less fortunate: Today at 2pm you’ll be able to combine the two very positive activities of getting fit and supporting a charity at the ADNIC Yas Run. One of the best community events returns for 2013, powered by Operation Smile who support children with cleft lips and palates all over the world. So come along and help out a worthy cause! Yas Marina Circuit.
Register at www.premiermarathons.com.

Bust a rhyme: Calling all Keats, Heaneys and Plaths! Tonight is something special on Abu Dhabi’s calendar, the city’s first ever poetry open mic night. Rooftop Rhythms at Noche is the perfect event for the budding poets among you to let those words on your page fly free.
8pm-10pm. Free before 7.15pm, Dhs60 after. Hilton Capital Grand (02 617 0000).

Be an early-bird to breakfast: Café Arabia is offering an early-bird breakfast brunch every Friday to keep your morning lively (and hunger-free). For only Dhs65 you can enjoy a spread of eggs, pancakes, waffles and a feast of food, along with coffee, tea and cold drinks.
6am-11am. Café Arabia, Airport Road (02 643 9699).