‘School of Life’ Transforms Dubai Public Libraries into Creative Spaces This January
- 10:00-09: 00 PM Sunday
- Registration Required
Design & Jewellery
This January 2026, Dubai Culture is turning Dubai Public Libraries into hands-on studios for makers and creatives through its School of Life initiative. Under the ‘Design and Jewellery’ theme, the programme includes 30 workshops and interactive sessions delivered through specialised clubs.
Gemstone Soap Workshop - Rooftop Soapery
Chaos to Clarity: A Practical Planning Session - Mirna Wehbi
Heritage Patches - Cordon
Polymer Clay Jewelry - Brunch & Art
Paper Quilling Jewelry - Strips n Curls
Watercolor Gemstone Workshop - Boubaker Boukhari
Health & Nutrition Club
The Health & Nutrition Club promotes holistic well-being through sessions focused on healthy eating and mindful movement. Participants build sustainable lifestyle habits while exploring the connection between nutrition, wellness, and daily balance.
Pastry Making Workshop - Mummy Yummy
Cake Decorating Workshop - Mummy Yummy
Art Club
The Art Club invites both kids and adults to explore their creativity through drawing, painting, and hands-on art projects. Whether guided or open-ended, each session encourages self-expression, imagination, and creative confidence.
Wire Jewelry Making - Ghosn Art
Jewelry Design Through Artistic Collage - Abeer Al Edani
Book Club
The Book Club offers reading sessions for children and adults at different times, fostering a love for literature and discussion. Children engage through stories and interactive activities, while adults explore deeper themes and shared reflections in a welcoming setting.
Book Discussion: A Tale of Reality.. To Come - Rawyat Book Club
Book Discussion: Hayy Ibn Yaqzan - Rawyat Book Club
Family Development Club
The Family Development Club offers a welcoming space for individuals to strengthen family bonds, enhance well-being, and grow together through community-based learning. With engaging sessions on parenting, communication, and personal development, the club supports meaningful connections at home and in society.
Family Wellness - Wasl The Initiative
Art of Early Achieving - Jehan Safar
Self-Awareness for Stronger Family Bonds - Wasl The Initiative
Language Club
The Language Club celebrates cultural exchange and learning through languages like Arabic and French. With age-appropriate formats, children engage through play and storytelling, while adults build conversational skills and cultural insight.
Arabic in Nature: Sadu - Arabically
Arabic in Nature: Pearls - Arabically
Calligraphy Club
The Calligraphy Club explores the artistic and cultural dimensions of writing. Participants can join distinct experiences such as the Ruq’ah Impact Track, focused on Arabic calligraphy, or creative sessions like Baybayin Calligraphy.
Engraved Baybayin Necklace - Gino Banola x Teng Meras
Engraved Baybayin Keychain - Gino Banola x Teng Meras
Creative Impact Track: Ruq'ah Calligraphy Closing Ceremony - Mohammad Altamimi
Music and Performing Arts Club
As part of the School of Life initiative, Dubai Culture launches the Music & Performing Arts Club within Dubai Public Libraries, an interactive platform to develop talents in singing, theatre, and voice over, while fostering confidence and creative expression among participants.
Choral in Arabic: Hag Al-Layla - Cordon
Choral in Arabic: Hilal Ramadan - Cordon
Choral in Arabic: Aqbal Qamark - Cordon
