Archive | January, 2012

Compassion: Let’s Start Right NOW!

Compassion: Let’s Start Right NOW!

Nasrine Shah Abushakra, Ph.D. I know the answer to world peace, yes, I sure do and guess what it’s easy to follow and the concept has been around for centuries.  In fact, every single human being has been exposed to it in some way or another.  Every culture and human condition knows this idea. It’s [...]

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Intellect Event Guide This Week

Intellect Event Guide This Week

February 5 – 9, 2012:  Any employee who uses written English in their work can benefit from attending Fundamentals of Business Writing. Attendees will learn about proper English language structure and how to communicate effectively in writing. February 5 – 9, 2012:  Purchasing and inventory employees should attend Materials and Supply Chain Management.  Attendees will [...]

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Virtue Guide This Week

Virtue Guide This Week

Treat Yourself Did you make losing weight one of your New Year’s Resolutions? If so, visit Dubai’s annual Weight Loss Show on January 27 and 28.  The show will be held at the Dubai International Marine Club and will feature five different zones offering weight loss support information, fitness challenges, and children’s activities. Volunteer K9 [...]

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Aesthetic Event Guide This Week

Aesthetic Event Guide This Week

November 16, 2011 – February 16, 2012:  Manarat Al Saadiyat presents Changing Rooms.  This exhibit features sculptures and installations by artist Leandro Erlich of Argentina.  His works explore the concept of boundaries. January 18 – February 16, 2012: Gulf Photo Plus and Adopt-A-Camp presents Inside Sajja: A Labor of Light. This exhibit is a series [...]

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Sustainable Living This Week

Sustainable Living This Week

What Others are Doing ULMA Agricola has installed photovoltaic units on greenhouses. This creates the ability to generate solar power without affecting the growth of the plants inside the greenhouses.  Learn more about it from Science Daily. What You Can Do There are a few super simple steps you can take for a greener new [...]

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This Weeks Appetite

This Weeks Appetite

Aamchi Mumbai Aamchi Mumbai is a north Indian, vegetarian curry restaurant.  The dishes are authentic and delicious – so good, in fact, that you won’t even notice the absence of meat.  The price is right, too. Tel. (04 327 5909).  Travel: Bank Street.  Open daily, noon – 3 p.m., 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.  Credit [...]

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Where are you from?

Where are you from?

Nasrine S. Abushakra, Ph.D. “Where are you from?” I used to answer this by saying: “I am from Boston, pretty much born and raised.” “So you’re American?” “Yes, I am American, I am from the east coast.” I silently think to myself, make sure you put me in the right box, the right category, and [...]

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Intellect Event Guide This Week

Intellect Event Guide This Week

January 29 – February 2, 2012:  Any employee who is or hopes to be in a leadership position can benefit from attending Leadership and Communication.  Attendees will learn about the best ways to get your message across and influence those around you. January 29 – February 2, 2012:  Supervisors and department heads should attend Successful [...]

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Virtue Guide This Week

Virtue Guide This Week

Treat Yourself If you’re looking for a fun, inexpensive way to stick to your New Year’s resolutions, try capoeira.  Capoeira is a form of Brazilian martial arts.  It’s fast-paced and includes elements of dance.  The Shack, the new gym on Kite Beach, offers a class every week, and the fee is only Dhs 30. Volunteer [...]

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Aesthetic Event Guide This Week

Aesthetic Event Guide This Week

January 15, 2012:  Art Nights are back!  DIFC Gate Village is again hosting Art Nights.  This series attracts visitors of all kinds and will include new exhibitions, live music, and refreshments.  This is a free event. February 23 – 25, 2012:  DUCTAC’s Kilachand Studio Theater presents The Animals and the Children Took to the Streets. [...]

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