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New Year Brunch - Ritz Carlton

Event Date: 01/01/2008

Organisers: Ritz Carlton
Venue: The Lagoon, Ritz Carlton
Phone: 484 8503
Web Site: www.ritzcarlton-doha.com

On January 1 from 12:30 onwards - A magnificent display of culinary wizardry with live cooking stations, fresh salads, seafood, pasta and sushi as well as popular Middle Eastern classics. Fun for children while the live jazz band sets the scene. Reservations are strongly recommended during the festive period. Please call (974) 484 8503


VCUQatar Annual Design Competition

Event Date: 01/01/2008 - 31/01/2008

VCU-Qatar has announced the launch of its Sixth Annual Design Competition, open to all students in their senior year of high school throughout ht Middle East. Two winners will win full four year HH Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser AL Misnad Scholarships for Creativity to VCU-Qatar. Deadline for Submission of entries is on January 31, 2008. For more information, email dsalameh@qatar.vcu.edu


Doha Writer's Workshop

Event Date: 01/01/2008

Web Site: http://community.livejournal.com/doha_writers

This group meets twice a week at Costa Coffee at Centrepoint Mall to discuss and critique various forms of writing submitted by the members.


Qube Idol 2008

Event Date: 01/01/2008 - 25/01/2008

Over the next six weeks, the search for 2008's "Qube Idol" takes place at the Qube - Ramada. For more information about auditions and weekly rounds, contact 441-7417.


Shaan Live in Qatar

Event Date: 10/01/2008

Venue: Khalifa Tennis & Squash Complex
Phone: 974 5561925 / 5859612

Tickets Available Points : Centerpoint (Al Asmakh Mall), Indian Club (Old Airport Area), Bombay Chowpatti (Across Doha), Indian Cultural Centre, Garden Restaurants (Doha, Al-Khor), Music Land (Family Food Center, Old Airport Area), Bharath's Vasantha Bhavan Restaurant Star World, New Indian Supermarket (Old Airport Area), Al-Khor Residential Community (Bhaarthi Association) Tickets : Platinum Circle (Admit One) : QR500/- Diamond Circle (Group Pass-Admit Four) : QR600/- Diamond Circle (Admit One ) : QR200/- Gold Circle (Group Pass - Admit Four) : QR450/- Gold Circle ( Admit One) : QR150/- Silver Circle (Group Pass-Admit Four) : QR300/- Silver Circle (Admit One) : QR100/- Bronze Circle (Group Pass-Admit Four) : QR150/- Bronze Circle (Admit One) : QR50/-


Global LNG Finance Summit: Doha, Qatar 2008

Event Date: 13/01/2008 - 16/01/2008
Venue: The Four Seasons Hotel, Doha, Qatar
Phone: +971 4 360 2800
Web Site: www.iqpc.com/cgi-bin/templates/singlecell.html?topic=229&event=13040

The 2008 event promises to deliver all of the discussion platforms and case studies to get to the core of the most challenging issues. Building on the key relationship and deals you made last year, get even more value by getting your place at our specialized summit that brings together governments, LNG players, project finance managers, advisers and legal partners.


Ceramic Art

Event Date: 19/01/2008

Cafe Ceramique at The Mall hosts another fun and colorful ceramic painting workshop for kids above 5 years old. For more information, contact 467-1100 or 466-0656.


Laughter Factory

Event Date: 20/01/2008 - 21/01/2008

Sherazad at the ramada provides your first real laugh of 2008 when the best of internaitona stand-up comedy returns. Featuring world-class comedians direct from the comedy store in London. Show starts at 8pm, QR90 per person. For more information, contact 441-7417



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CGC launches 1st ever ‘scratch and win’ Nokia enhancement promotion in Qatar

Event Date: 24/01/2008 - 21/02/2008
Organisers: Consolidated Gulf Co (CGC)
Venue: Consolidated Gulf Co (CGC)
Phone: +974 4367423
Mobile:
Address: 2nd Floor, Pearl Tower, Al Sadd Street

Consolidated Gulf Co (CGC), the biggest retailer of mobile phones as well as the largest Telecom and IT solution provider in Qatar, has launched 1st ever ‘scratch and win’ promotion on the purchase of Nokia car kits and Bluetooth headsets. The promotion offers a wide range of very handy Nokia enhancements such as Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W, a revolutionary car kit to ease users’ communications on the road, HF-300 which has up to 20 hours of talk time and 10 days stand-by time, BH-902 Bluetooth headset with display, BH-803, BH-702 and BH-602. Every purchase of QR50/- on these Nokia car kits and Bluetooth headsets gives the customers a chance to scratch and win loads of prizes. Prizes include 50 gift vouchers of QR 200 each, 50 latest Nokia phones like E90, N95, E61, Nokia 5500, Nokia 8800 and one thousand Nokia enhancements. Announcing the Nokia promotion, Anil Mahajan, Head - Business Development, CGC, (picture) said, “A cross section of customers stand to benefit from this wonderful bonanza as we have offered some of the very popular Nokia car kits and user-friendly Bluetooth hands-free devices along with a chance to win high-tech Nokia phones as well as a large number of enhancements under the scratch and win scheme. The promotion is special for mobizens who spend a lot of time on the road and need a stylish, easy-to-use device to keep in touch with personal and business contacts even while driving.” The fantabulous offer is available at all CGC-Nokia showrooms and authorized dealers across the country till 21st February. So rush in to avail the opportunity and have very useful Nokia accessories and win bumper prizes. These Nokia accessories are also available without this offer.


International Circus

Event Date: 27/01/2008 - 15/03/2008
Venue: Hyatt Plaza

Sunday to Wednesday - 5:30pm to 7:15pm. Thursday to Saturday - 5:30pm to 7:15pm and 7:45 to 9:15pm



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Wheels n Heels 2008

Event Date: 01/02/2008

Organisers: Reach Out To Asia
Venue: Doha Corniche - Sheraton
Phone: 480 0296
Mobile:
Web Site: www.reachouttoasia.org

From 12 noon to 5pm. Download a sposorship form from the website.


16th Sail the Gulf Regatta

Event Date: 03/02/2008 - 09/03/2008
Organisers: Doha Sailing and Rowing Federation
Venue: Doha Sailing Club

With over 100 sailing vessels from 19 diferent countries, competing in the 12 races of Doha Sailing Club the event has a purse of 12,500 dollars.


Henry Moore - Printed works and sculptures

Event Date: 05/02/2008 - 08/03/2008
Organisers: VCUQ
Venue: VCUQ
Web Site: www.qatar.vcu.edu

Gallery talks and guided tours with Ann Elliot on Wednesday 6th Feb and Thursday, 6th Feb.


GCC 6th Gymnastic Championship

Event Date: 10/02/2008 - 14/02/2008
Organisers: Gymnasium Federation
Venue: Aspire

Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition

Event Date: 12/02/2008 - 17/02/2008
Organisers: Qatar Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (QTEA)
Mobile:
Web Site: www.dohajewels.com

The event will last for six days from 12th to 17th February 2008 and will host leading international and local firms to showcase their latest products and artistic new models of jewels and watches. The 5th Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition will be much larger in size, covering over 11,000 sqm of exhibition space, approximately 73% of the total exhibition area.



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Robot Zoo

Event Date: 13/02/2008 - 20/04/2008
Venue: Next to Orry statue on the Corniche

Children can explore the biomechanics of complex animal robots to discover how real animals work, thanks to a touring exhibit, "The Robot Zoo." Open from 8am to 8pm (2pm to 9pm Fridays), they have an entrance fee of QR5.


Asian Indoor Athletics Championship

Event Date: 14/02/2008 - 16/02/2008
Organisers: Athletics Federation
Venue: Aspire

U.S. - Islamic World Forum

Event Date: 16/02/2008 - 18/02/2008
Organisers: Permanent Committee for Organizing Conferences
Venue: To be confirmed

Qatar Total Open Women Tennis Championship

Event Date: 18/02/2008 - 24/02/2008
Organisers: Tennis Federation
Venue: Khalifa Tennis Complex
Phone: 440 9666
Web Site: www.qatartennis.org

Qatar Total Open 2008 Tier I Tournament starts 18- 24 February 2008 with Prize Money amounting to US$2.5Million Dollars.


16th Qatar International Dressage Championship

Event Date: 25/02/2008 - 27/02/2008
Organisers: Racing and Equestrian Club
Venue: Racing and Equestrian Club


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7th Doha Cutural Festival

Event Date: 28/02/2008 - 09/03/2008
Organisers: National Council for Culture, Arts and Heritage
Venue: Various Locations
Web Site: www.dohafestival.net


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Weekend Break at the InterContinental

Event Date: 01/03/2008 - 31/05/2008
Organisers: InterContinental
Venue: InterContinental
Phone: +974 484 4035
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha

Weekend Break - QR 999 Valid on Thursday/ Friday/ Saturday, it Includes breakfast, Friday brunch and a 30minute massage at the Bay Club.



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CGC and Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club offer ‘Travel for Free’ promotion

Event Date: 01/03/2008 - 31/03/2008
Organisers: CGC and Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club

Consolidated Gulf Co (CGC) and Qatar Airways Frequent Flyer Scheme Privilege Club have jointly launched a ‘Travel for Free’ promotion on the purchase of high-tech Nokia phones. The attractive promotion enables customers to earn 6,000 Qmiles with every purchase of Nokia N73 ME, Nokia N81, Nokia N81 8GB, Nokia N82, Nokia N95 and Nokia N95 8GB, which is enough to redeem an Economy Class return ticket to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Riyadh, Dammam, Kuwait or Muscat. Customers can also use the earned Qmiles for any other destination of their choice served by the Five Star airline Qatar Airways. Announcing the launch of the exciting promotion, Anil Mahajan, Head - Business Development, CGC, said, “This one- of-its kind promotion has been introduced keeping in mind the travel loving people of Qatar. Nokia customers will find the offer fantastic as Qmiles earned in this promotion allow them to use it for travel to their favourite destination served by the award-winning airline. Moreover, we have offered several popular Nokia Nseries mobiles which are fully equipped to make their personal and business lifestyle convenient.” Mahajan further added, “There is no limit on purchasing Nokia mobiles offered at very attractive prices under the promotion. Customers can roam around the world by encasing earned Qmiles on purchase of one or more phones. For example, if they buy three Nokia phones, they will earn 18,000 Qmiles which will be more than the required miles needed to make a return trip to almost all Indian destinations. Same way, London, New York and other places can be traveled by availing this promotion.” Customers, who are not members of the Five Star airline’s Privilege Club, can enroll to the programme by visiting www.qmiles.com. This fabulous offer is available at all CGC- Nokia showrooms and authorized dealers across the country till 31st March.


Q-REX - International Real Estate & Investment Exhibition

Event Date: 03/03/2008 - 06/03/2008
Organisers: Trance Continent
Venue: New Qatar International Fair Centre
Phone: 4440408
Web Site: www.qrex.org

Investment, development, infrastructure, finance and other related issues will be the core of the discussion panels in the forum. Regional and international experts will play an active role in this forum in addition to regional case studies which will be presented by leading real estate corporations.


Design at the Cross roads - Tasmeem Doha - International Design Conference

Event Date: 03/03/2008 - 06/03/2008
Organisers: VCUQ
Venue: VCUQ
Web Site: tasmeem.qatar.vcu.edu

Keynote Speaker: Twyla Tharp



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The King and I - Doha players Musical

Event Date: 05/03/2008 - 08/03/2008
Organisers: Doha Players
Venue: CNAQ - Duhail campus
Phone: 4474911
Web Site: www.dohaplayers.com

"The King and I", performance dates will be Wednesday 5th, Thursday 6th March at 7pm and Friday 7th, Saturday 8th, 2.30pm and 7pm. At the College of the North Atlantic. Tickets will be Adults QR70, Child QR30.


Commercial Bank - Grand Prix of Qatar

Event Date: 09/03/2008

Venue: Losail International Circuit
Web Site: www.motogp.com

Watch the first ever night Motogp! Tickets are available from the QMMF office and at the venue.



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Asparagus Week - InterContinental Doha

Event Date: 12/03/2008 - 22/03/2008
Organisers: InterContinental Doha
Venue: Za Moda at the InterContinental Doha
Phone: 484 4919
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha


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Corona Fooseball

Event Date: 14/03/2008

Organisers: InterContinental Doha
Venue: InterContinental Doha
Phone: 974 484 4852
Mobile:
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha

Starts at 3pm. Entry Fee to watch and play is free. You can enter your team (minimum 6 players with atleast one female) by emailing your detailsby the 10th of March.


Terry Fox Run

Event Date: 14/03/2008

Venue: Education City
Web Site: www.terryfoxrun.org

The Terry Fox run is held annually in 50 countries and is dedicated to raising money for cancer research. All ages are welcome and you can walk, run, bike, blade or push a stroller. Registration starts at 12:30pm and the run starts at 2:00pm at Education City next to Qatar Academy.


Inauguration of Catholic church

Event Date: 15/03/2008

Venue: Abu Hamour

A CATHOLIC church - the first ever in Qatar is to be formally inaugurated in the Abu Hamour area on March 15. The inaugural Ceremony will be attended by five senior bishops and two senior cardinals from the Vatican besides a large number of invitees from different parts of the world.


‘Tawasel/Continuity - Contemporary Artists from Sudan’

Event Date: 19/03/2008 - 19/04/2008
Organisers: VCUQatar in cooperation with Dar al-Funoon Gallery
Venue: VCUQ Gallery
Phone: +974 492 7200
Web Site: www.qatar.vcu.edu

VCUQatar in cooperation with Dar al-Funoon Gallery, Kuwait Presents ‘Tawasel/Continuity - Contemporary Artists from Sudan’. The VCUQ Gallery at Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar is open Sundays-Thursdays, 10:00 am-5:00 PM.


Roula Bechara Art Exhibition

Event Date: 20/03/2008 - 04/04/2008
Venue: Doha Marriott
Web Site: www.roulabechara.com/atelier.asp


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Doha Youth Theatre - Theatrical Workshop

Event Date: 23/03/2008 - 27/03/2008
Organisers: Doha Youth Theatre
Phone: Paul: 5315753, Kelly: 5084223, Natalie: 5315682

Doha Youth Theatre hosts a one week Intensive Theatrical Workshop from 10am to 4pm. Open to all young people aged 11- 17 from any background in Qatar. If you enjoy singing, acting, movement or technical theatre or if you want to develop your performance skills, this is an excellent oppurtunity. Registration closes Saturday 8th March and costs QAR1000 per person.



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Paloma a la Playa - InterContinental

Event Date: 27/03/2008

Organisers: InterContinental
Venue: InterContinental Beach
Phone: 484 4919
Mobile:
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com

Live Mexican Band with a texan Buffet on the Beach. You have to book your tickets in advance.



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Global Wireless Broadband 2008 Summit

Event Date: 30/03/2008 - 31/03/2008
Organisers: Magenta Global Pte Ltd
Venue: InterContinental Doha
Phone: + 65 6391 2533
Mobile:
Web Site: www.magenta-global.com.sg/fwb08

This international summit, brings together globally, key decision makers, telcos, regulators, WISPs, service providers from the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe & North America, to discuss new opportunities and challenges arising from the Wireless Broadband boom, and chart the direction for “The Future of Wireless Broadband”, in Qatar, one of the hotspots in the forefront of telecom liberalization. Meet at this Unique Summit where business and money flow, solutions offered to your infrastructure challenges & strategic partners found!


MORE NEW DIRECT FLIGHTS WITH KLM...

Event Date: 30/03/2008

Organisers: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Mobile:

MORE NEW DIRECT FLIGHTS WITH KLM... Begining 30th March 2008, KLM will fly daily from Amsterdam to Dallas, Portland in Oregon and Panama City. 3 new destinations for 3 new holiday experiences: From QR.3850 QR6500 and QR.4120


Surf and Turf at InterContinental Doha

Event Date: 01/04/2008 - 10/04/2008
Organisers: InterContinental Doha
Venue: Za Moda at InterContinental Doha
Phone: 484 4444
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha

Chef Diego Bugno and his team have prepared an assortment of innovative recipes to allow you to savour meat and fish together and enjoy the blend of complementing flavours


Autism Awareness Campaign

Event Date: 02/04/2008 - 10/04/2008
Organisers: THE Shafallah Centre for Children with Special Needs
Venue: Qatar Sports Club, Landmark Mall

THE Shafallah Centre for Children with Special Needs is holding an autism awareness campaign from April 2 to 10, aimed at creating better understanding of the disorder, especially its early warning signs and the benefits of early intervention. April 2 and 3, there will be a sport festival at the Qatar Sports Club under the patronage of the Qatar National Olympic committee, with 12 autistic children from each GCC country taking part in various activities. An art exhibition, to open at the Landmark Mall on April 3, will showcase artwork by children with autism.


Diabetic Prevention camp for youth

Event Date: 02/04/2008 - 08/04/2008
Organisers: QATAR Diabetes Association (QDA) in collaboration with Aspire Academy for Sports Excellence
Venue: the Youth Hostel Association, Aspire

QATAR Diabetes Association (QDA) in collaboration with Aspire Academy for Sports Excellence will organise the second diabetes prevention camp for the youth from April 2 to 8 at the Youth Hostel Association, Aspire. Among the camp participants are 25 obese adolescents with first degree family history of diabetes and high body mass index (BMI) values. The objective of the camp is to introduce the youngsters to the benefits of embracing a healthy lifestyle as a means of preventing obesity and diabetes, which are both widespread in the country. The programme consists of providing a healthy reduced calorie diet and an active exercise schedule to initiate weight loss, including football, basketball, volleyball, walking and swimming.



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Ras Laffan Charity Bike Ride 2008

Event Date: 04/04/2008

Organisers: Ras Laffan Industrial City
Venue: Al Khor Community Beach Club
Web Site: www.raslaffan.com

On the 4th of April 2008, RLC along with its proud end users, partners, contractors and the Qatar Cycling Federation are looking forward to support the Qatar National Cancer Society during the second RLC Charity Bike Ride and Carnival. Bring your families to the Al Khor Community Beach Club for an enjoyable day filled with beach games, activities and support the cancer research. From 8:00am to 4:00pm The distance of the bike ride is 12kn and should take 30min to an hour to finish.


Basant spring festival - Kite Flying Contest

Event Date: 04/04/2008

Organisers: Mohammmed Jamil - KAA Engineering and Trading.
Venue: Opposite the new catholic church on the open ground at Abu Hamour
Phone: 535 7371, 556 0058 and 567 4767

From noon to sunset. Opposite the new catholic church on the open ground. With lots of competitions, it is open to all ages. There will also be stalls selling food as well as kites.



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DJ Aqeel at The Qube

Event Date: 04/04/2008

Organisers: E4U and City Exchange
Venue: The Qube - Ramada Plaza Doha
Phone: 5516350 / 5717447 / 5161710
Mobile:

DJ Aqeel Live in Qatar at the largest club in Qatar "Qube" at the Ramada Plaza Doha, 9pm onwards. VIP Tickets are QR. 120/- Mezzanine floor of club Qube is exclusively for VIP guests, where they can meet DJ Aqeel before his performance. General Tickets are QR. 90/- You have to be over 21 and ID's are required.


14th Annual Middle East Petroleum Insiders 2008

Event Date: 05/04/2008 - 06/04/2008
Organisers: Facts Global Energy
Venue: Ritz Carlton Doha
Web Site: www.cconnection.org/MPIHome.htm

The Outlook for Downstream Markets East of Suez Global Crude Supply and Middle East Refined Products: Key Issues Implications of Middle East/Asian and European Refining Capacity Additions Product Specifications, Dieselization, Biofuels and the Refining Markets in the Middle East Middle East/Asian Demand/Refining Balances: Product Flows, Condensate, and GTL Global Refining: Shortage or Overhang and Implied Margins East of Suez vs Middle East Refining Capacity and Light- Heavy and Sweet-Sour Crude Differentials Middle East and Asian LNG: Emerging Patterns and Contract Prices Speakers include Dr Fereidun Fesharaki, Chairman & CEO, FACTS Global Energy Group, USA Dr Jeffrey Brown, Managing Director, FACTS Global Energy, Singapore Mr Mark Lewis, Managing Director, Energy Market Consultants, UK


Innovation in Islam Conference

Event Date: 05/04/2008 - 06/04/2008
Organisers: Georgetown University / Center for International and Regional Studies
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel - Doha, Qatar
Phone: 974 492 7660
Web Site: www1.georgetown.edu/sfs/qatar/about/CIRS/

On April 5-6, 2008, the Center for International and Regional Studies will host the Innovation in Islam conference in recognition of the opening of the Museum of Islamic Art in March 2008. "Innovation in Islam" will explore topics such as the idea and reality of innovation in Islam; development of knowledge in early Islam; development and change in Islamic legal system; the arts and artistic innovation in Islam; science and scientific innovation in Islam; jurisprudential innovation in Islam; and politics and political innovation in Islam. In addition to posting the proceedings of the conference on its website, CIRS plans on compiling, editing, and publishing some of the key papers of the conference in the form of a book manuscript. Registration is required.


Project Qatar 2008

Event Date: 07/04/2008 - 10/04/2008
Organisers: IFP Qatar
Venue: The Qatar International Exhibition Center (QIEC)
Phone: 432 9900
Fax: 443 2891
Web Site: www.ifpqatar.com

The 5th International Trade Exhibition for Construction Technology, Building Materials, Equipment & Environmental Technology in Qatar, is guaranteed to bring the best of the world’s construction technology, building materials, equipment and environmental technology sectors to the new and booming market of Qatar and the Gulf. Through Project Qatar, exhibitors and specifiers will meet with key buyers, businessmen, project owners, engineers, consultants, contractors and officials from all over the region.



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Sushi Trend at the Fish Market, InterContinental

Event Date: 13/04/2008 - 20/04/2008
Organisers: InterContinental Doha
Venue: Fish Market at the InterContinental Doha
Phone: 484 4919
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha

The largest variety of Sushi, Sashimi, Maki and Temaki platters.


Scientific Gagets Show

Event Date: 13/04/2008 - 17/04/2008
Organisers: Qatar Scientific Club
Venue: Qatar Scientific Club

An Exhibition featuring some of the latest products and technology along with locally designed Scientific gagets is on display at the Qatar Scientific Club. The exhibition is open from 8:00am to 1:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:00pm.


Win your dream trip with Qtel

Event Date: 14/04/2008 - 15/05/2008
Organisers: Qtel
Phone: 111
Mobile:
Web Site: www.qtel.com.qa

Enroll in the yearly subscription and win your dream trip to any destination through a raffle draw.


METC orientation exibition

Event Date: 15/04/2008 - 16/04/2008
Organisers: METC & Kalaidos University Switzerland
Venue: Grand Regency Hotel
Phone: 4888393/4864325
Mobile: 6539222

Open to the public from 5:00pm to 9:00pm


'THE BEE'

Event Date: 15/04/2008 - 16/04/2008
Venue: Virgin Mega Store
Mobile: 5943183
Address: Villagio Mall

A show for kids. Barry Benson the 'BEE' character from the Bee movie is here to perform. Kids can enjoy, take photographs with the 'Bee' and also recieve goodies. The show is from 6:00pm onwards.


Robot Exibition

Event Date: 15/04/2008 - 21/04/2008
Organisers: City Centre
Venue: City Centre
Phone: 4839990

On the 100th Aniversary of Robots, City Centre celebrates with an exibition where Robots will clash live at the City Centre. Kids have a chance to enjoy the workshop and participate in the competition. The timing is from 5:00pm to 10:00pm


Exhibition of Antique carpets

Event Date: 16/04/2008 - 19/04/2008
Organisers: Hassan Maktabi & sons
Venue: The sharq village & spa,Al Darsha ballroom
Mobile: 6179879; 6179880
Web Site: www.maktabi.com

Hassan Maktabi and sons of Beirut presents an exhibition for antique catpets from 11:00am till 11:00pm.



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"Une vie en Rose et Noir" - French Musical

Event Date: 17/04/2008 - 18/04/2008
Organisers: French Cultural Centre
Venue: Qatar National Theatre
Phone: 493 0862

The french Cultural Centre presents a biographical musical "Une vie en Rose et Noir" on the life of Edith Piaf. The tickets are priced at QR 150 and can be bought at the French Cultural Centre. Onthe 17th April it is at 20:30 and on the 18th it is at 19:00.



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Beach Party at the InterContinental Doha

Event Date: 17/04/2008

Organisers: InterContinental
Venue: Beach front at the InterContinental Doha
Phone: 484 4919
Mobile:
Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha

Beach. Moon. Party People. From 8pm till late DJ Jerry Ropero from Germany on the decks with DJ Sam spining funky house music tunes. From 7pm to 3am. Free entrance for ladies and QR100 for gents.



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Dunestock '08

Event Date: 18/04/2008

Organisers: Doha Players
Venue: Singin Dunes - Mesaeid

Dunestock (in association with Doha Players) is an open air Music Festival held annually at the singing dunes of Qatar, featuring local expatriate bands and musicians. Everyone involved in organising Dunestock does it for free (including the performers) and all proceeds go to the Doha Players theatre rebuilding fund. It's a family event providing the following facilities:- Large stage, professional lighting/sound, food stalls, bouncy castles, A/C WC facilities, over night camping area, first aid/ merchandise tent, organised parking and 24 hour security. The stage faces a crescent shaped sand dune creating an amphitheatre effect. Psychedelic lighting projected onto the dunes after dark, and much much more. There's now a new asphalt road that takes you all but 200m from the site, 2wd is not a problem.


Robotics challenge 2008

Event Date: 19/04/2008

Venue: Doha Marriott hotel, Al fayrouz ballroom
Web Site: www.botball.org

Regional botball robotic challenge where u can see robots in action. Time: 10am - 5:00pm.


Crane operations training course

Event Date: 19/04/2008 - 21/04/2008
Organisers: Q - Tech, Allcrane
Venue: Qatar technical institute
Phone: 4652990
Mobile: 6603501

Qatar technical institute with Allcrane are running a course on load lifting which is aimed to those assisting in the crane operations. The time duration of the course is of 8hrs. For further details contact the given numbers.


First Aid & CPR

Event Date: 19/04/2008

Organisers: British Safty Services
Mobile: Nora 5319826, Jane 6532045, Richard 6559058
Web Site: www.bssukhse.com/qatar

Tranning timing is 8:00am to 4:00pm and the cost is QR 600


Defensive Driving Tranning

Event Date: 19/04/2008

Organisers: British Safty Services
Mobile: Nora 5319826, Jane 6532045, Richard 6559058
Web Site: www.bssukhse.com/qatar

Training is at 8:00am to 4:00pm, fee is QR 1,500



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4th Aljazeera International Documentary film festival

Event Date: 21/04/2008 - 24/04/2008
Organisers: Aljazeera channel
Venue: Sheraton Hotel,Al majlis hall
Phone: 4670049
Mobile:
Fax: 4651454
Web Site: http://tinyurl.com/3g3gn3

Aljazeera channel will host an international documentary film festival to promote the best documentary film and new programmes in the world. Their main aim is to promote better cooperation among the people and a better understanding of different cultures. The shows are from 7:00pm - 10:00pm


Safty Officer Tranning

Event Date: 21/04/2008 - 24/04/2008
Organisers: British Safty Services
Mobile: Nora 5319826, Jane 6532045, Richard 6559058
Web Site: www.bssukhse.com/qatar

Tranning is from 5:00pm to 10:00pm. The cost is QR 3,750.


5th Qatar Investment & Financial exhibition Q - money 2008

Event Date: 21/04/2008 - 24/04/2008
Venue: Qatar International exhibition centre

The exhibition Q - money 2008 can offer the opportunity to showcase your products and services. All the major banks, investment companies are contributing to this event. A unmissable day for the people to gain maximum exposure and brand consolidation for their projects and lots more. The exhibition timing are 10:00am - 1:00pm and 5:00pm - 8:00pm.



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Paloma al la Playa

Event Date: 24/04/2008 - 25/04/2008
Organisers: Intercontinental Hotel
Venue: Paloma
Phone: 484 4919
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Web Site: www.intercontinental.com

24th and 25th APRIL For 2 nights Paloma will relocate to the beachfront with live entertainment. Prior ticket purchase required.


Branding - The Winning Stratergy

Event Date: 24/04/2008

Organisers: Doha Bank
Venue: The Tent, Marriott Hotel
Phone: 4456000

A conference on Branding - The Winning Stratergy with insighhtful presentations by dignified personalities. Admission only for invities, time is 7:00pm.


ENGLAND Vs SCOTLAND- EXPATRIATE FINAL

Event Date: 25/04/2008

Organisers: Qatar Olympic Committee
Venue: Al - Arabi sports club
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This will be the 54th annual England-Scotland expatriate football international match. The game will take place at Al - Arabi sports club on the 25th April 2008. Directions from Ramada signal: Take the C ring road towards muntazah signal. At signal turn right into Al muntazah street. Take first slip road on your right. Continue down this slip road until you see the signs for Al - Arabi sports club. Kick off 2pm. The event will follow with a Gala Dinner at the Marriott at 7:30pm


Veterinary Specialist

Event Date: 26/04/2008 - 29/04/2008
Organisers: The Veterinary Surgery
Phone: 4367187
Web Site: www.dohavets.com

Dr. S. Ali Hassan a German Veterinary Orthopedic Surgen well known for Minimal invasive therapy is visiting Doha. Pet Cases related to Orthopedic and Spine can call for an appointment and can visit the website for further details.


Othordox Easter Brunch at InterContinental Doha

Event Date: 27/04/2008

Organisers: InterContinental Doha
Venue: The Cafe Restaurant at InterContinental Doha
Phone: 484 4444
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Web Site: www.intercontinental.com/doha

Traditional Easter dishes alongside the customary International buffet, live cooking stations and live music. Children's activities include eggs painting competition and great egg hunt. Brunch starts from 12 noon to 4pm.


Easter Lunch at Cosmo, Millennium Hotel

Event Date: 27/04/2008

Organisers: Millennium Hotel
Venue: Cosmo, Millennium Hotel
Phone: 424 7777
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Web Site: www.millennium-doha.com

Exclusive Sunday lunch which includes an international and oriental buffet selection, special kids corner and an easter egg hunt.


The seven habits for raising good children

Event Date: 28/04/2008

Organisers: Qatar guest centre
Venue: the Regency hall,
Phone: 4862390 / 4862397
Address: the mall R/A

Attend a lecture on the seven habits for raising good children presented by Dr. Bilal Philips. Time 8:00 pm



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VCU Qatar - Senior Student Exhibition

Event Date: 30/04/2008 - 17/08/2008
Organisers: VCU Qatar
Venue: Virginia Commonwealth University
Phone: 0974 492 7807
Mobile: 0974 5300135
Fax: 0974 481 7058
Web Site: www.qatar.vcu.edu

VCU Qatar Gallery presents its final exhibition of the academic year ‘The Senior Students Exhibition.’ The much anticipated exhibition will take place from April 30 – August 17, 2008. A reception will be held on April 30 at 19.30. This juried exhibition showcass the work of VCUQatar senior students and features the best work of students from the Fashion, Interior and Graphic Design Departments and highlights their creativity and innovation. “The exhibition demonstrates confident work in many different types of media, there is a real good mix of media and range and type of work. This exhibition also shows the professional level of our seniors’ work.” added Muneera Spence Department Chair of Graphic Design. A reception will be held at the gallery on April 30, 2008 at 7:30 pm. The exhibition is scheduled from April 30 – August 17, 2008. The VCUQatar Gallery is open Sunday - Thursday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm more events...



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Course on Project Management

Event Date: 01/05/2008 - 04/05/2008
Organisers: Syscoms Information Technology
Venue: Syscoms
Phone: 4367597
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Address: Syscoms Information Technology, 3rd floor, Lulu Centre Opp, Hamad Medical Corporation

A course on Project Management which has a special price that includes Certificate, Course Material, free online Material, free online credit and refreshments.



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Diyafa 2008 - Hotel, Restaurant and Food Exhibition

Event Date: 05/05/2008 - 07/05/2008
Organisers: IFP Qatar
Venue: The Qatar International Exhibition Center (QIEC)
Phone: 432 9900
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Fax: 443 2891
Web Site: www.ifpqatar.com

Diyafa 2008 is expected to attract more international exhibitors from many international countries as multi-billion USD opportunities are waiting to be grasped, and will provide a unique opportunity for hospitality suppliers to meet prominent Gulf businessmen and decision makers from the Gulf and the Middle East. Salon Culinaire at Diyafa 2008 For the third time in Qatar, professionals and connaisseurs in the food art industry will have the opportunity to compete and show their savoir- faire and experience in the culinary world. The Diyafa ‘Salon Culinaire’ will be a unique opportunity for hospitality, food suppliers, catering companies to meet, witness and enjoy this event. The Salon Culinaire will feature a spectacular display and outstanding competitions such as ice, fruit & vegetables and chocolate carvings, artistic pastry competitions, mezzeh and many more. The Salon Culinaire will be judged by a panel of international and renowned chefs.



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Technology exhibition & conference

Event Date: 05/05/2008 - 07/05/2008
Organisers: Ship & Port + Europort Maritime
Venue: Al jiwan,doha exhibition centre
Phone: 466 5557
Mobile: 502 0972
Fax: 465 0680
Address: near Inter-continental, Qatar
Web Site: www.shipport.info

Ship & Port + Europort Maritime is tailor made for international manufactures seeking a foray into the most promising markets of the Middle Eastern Region, Qatar. Ship & Port + Europort Maritime offers you an excellent platform to show case your latest products and services to the most qualified visitors of the Middle East & Asia. The timing is 10:00am - 6:00pm and the entry is for business visitors.



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VCUQatar Presents Annual Fashion Show

Event Date: 07/05/2008

Organisers: VCUQatar
Venue: Virginia Commonwealth University
Phone: 492 7807
Fax: 481 7058
Web Site: www.qatar.vcu.edu

VCUQatar Presents Annual Fashion Show Doha, Qatar, VCU Qatar presents its Ninth Annual Fashion Show which is open to the public on May 7, 2008 at 7pm. Inspired by glitz and glamour, the theme for this year’s show that promises to bring the audience to a halt is ‘Bling’. A door close at 6.45 pm and seating is on a ‘first come first seated’ basis. “In my opinion this is the best senior collection we have ever had". said Sandra Wilkins Fashion Design Department Chair. This year’s show will feature a wide array of eye-catching designs which incorporate crystals, sequins, rhinestones and everything which is ‘Bling’. Guest designers for this year’s show are Isabel and Ruben Toledo. Their collection will be featured in an exhibition which will be on display at VCU Qatar for 10 days.



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Thai Festival

Event Date: 08/05/2008 - 13/05/2008
Organisers: Intercontinental Hotel
Venue: Intercontinental Hotel
Phone: 484 4919
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Web Site: www.intercontinental.com

Discover some of the various cultural facets of enchanting Thailand. The warmest hospitality. Delicious cuisine Authentic entertainment. Inder the patronageof the Royal Thai Embassy. Dinner starts from19:00hrs -23.30hrs For more details call 484 4919



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Qatar Athletic Super Grand Prix

Event Date: 09/05/2008

Organisers: Qatar Federal Association
Venue: Qatar Sports Club
Phone: 5502699
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Fax: 4944506
Web Site: www.qatarathletic.com

Qatar federal association is hosting the Qatar Athletic Super Grand Prix which will be held on May 9th at Qatar Sports Club.It is a 1 day event only. 200 athletes will take part. There are12 events for men and 9 for women. Qatar will have 16 athletes competing. The majority of athletes taking part in the event will also be seen at the Olympics in Beijing later this year.



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Laughter Factory

Event Date: 11/05/2008 - 12/05/2008
Organisers: Ramada Plaza Hotel
Venue: Ramada Plaza Hotel
Phone: 428 1428
Fax: 441 0941
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