Dubai Culture Celebrates the Experiences and Achievements of ‘Generation Shapers’ Through ‘School of Life’
- 10:00-09: 00 PM Sunday
- Registration Required
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Generation Shapers
As part of its commitment to building and developing the cultural, creative and life skills of community members, Dubai Culture invites everyone to join and participate in a diverse range of educational workshops and innovative learning experiences taking place throughout September 2026 as part of its ‘School of Life’ initiative. Supporting the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy, the initiative encourages visitors to Dubai Public Libraries and Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children to develop their skills through innovative, engaging experiences.
Throughout the month, ‘School of Life’ will celebrate the achievements and contributions of Emirati women on Emirati Women’s Day and the start of the new academic year, under the theme ‘Generation Shapers’ through 46 workshops and interactive sessions presented across a range of specialised clubs focusing on calligraphy, photography, books, music and performing arts, languages, family development, health and nutrition, among other fields.
Where Do Ideas Come From? - Mohammed Hassan
Mexican Kitchen: Tacos - MH Eatry
Painting on Cake - Atalis Solea
Sustainability: Home Composting - Abdul Kader
Piano Basics 101 - Yazan Kamal
Bloom with Balloons - Reema Abbas
Expression through Art: Coffee Painting - Asmaa Thabet
Scented Wax - Sanaa Merchant
Expression through Bohemian Art - Asmaa Thabet
Empowering Home-Based Businesses - Yara Obeid
AI for Young Minds - Montajab Alhussein
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: Honeycomb - Mummy Yummy
Traditional Emariti Aseeda Dessert - Chef Alya Al Ali
Banana Muffin - L’Atelier
Blueberry Matcha - Japan in Arabia
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.
Leather Case - Vivelle
Talli Charm - Happy Chaos
Japanese Kinusaiga Art - Abeer Al Edani
Craft Your Look - Medaf Creative Studio
Bukhoor Making - L’Atelier
Metal Emboss - Leinda Elmiligy
Antimony Kohl Making - Hadeel Adnan
Emirati Doll - Venturia
Wall Bloom - Teng Miras
Clay & Colors - Medaf Creative Studio
Soap & Stories - Rooftop Soapery
Crochet Flowers - Sherooq Tantawi
ReStitch - Regal Traders LLC
Montessori Approach: Sensory Learning - Venturia
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: “27 Myths About Reading” - East & West Club
Book Discussion: “Sophie’s World” - AlRawyat Book Club
Calligraphy Club
The Calligraphy Club explores the artistic and cultural dimensions of writing. Participants can join distinct experiences that celebrate both Arabic calligraphy and creative scripts such as Baybayin.
Baybayin on Wooden Bangle - Gino Banola
Language Club
The Language Club celebrates cultural exchange and learning through languages and dialects. With age-appropriate formats, children engage through play and storytelling, while adults build conversational skills and cultural insight.
From Language to Legacy: Syrian Dialect - Shaheen
Japanese Culture: Language 101 - Japan in Arabia
STEM Club
The STEM Club sparks curiosity in science, technology, engineering, and innovation through interactive, project-based sessions. Young participants build, code, and experiment — developing problem-solving skills and confidence with the technologies shaping the future.
Robot Explorers - Brainy n Bright
Junior Game Designer: Back-to-School Adventure - Brainpad
Moving Galaxy Model - Usraty Labs
Game Design: Catch the Letters - Brainpad
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 and Performing Arts in Arabic - Cordon
Media Club
An interactive space for participants to explore media through learning and hands-on experience, develop skills across content creation, presenting, cinematography, podcasting, and digital media, and turn their talents and ideas into creative media outputs with community impact.
Impact Track: Content Writing Lab - Mohammed Hassan
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