See the exhibition Transcendental Strokes, which includes the image Shower of Healing. The Iranian artist Mohammad Bozorgi presents his innovative calligraphy that reflect new experiments in merging the text-based abstraction of Islamic art with the aesthetics of contemporary painting. 10am-6pm, Ayyam Gallery, Al Quoz 1, Dubai, 04 323 6242, www.ayyamgallery.com
Enjoy the special offers on fun experiences at Yas Marina Circuit, including buy-one-get-one offers on venue tours and drift rides as well as free entry to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi with the purchase of a Radical SST ride (pictured) or free entry to Yas Waterworld with the purchase of a drift sprint experience. from Dh120 for the venue tour offer, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 800 927, www.yasmarinacircuit.com
Take the kids to a marble painting workshop, where they will learn the intricacies of the ancient art of marbling and will use a variety of techniques in experimenting with a range of materials, colours and papers to create their own distinctive designs. 5pm, Dh30, Maraya Art Centre, Sharjah, register at 06 556 6555, rsvp@maraya.ae
Register to take part in a Capoeira master class with Master Gil from Brazil, who will promote the skills, arts and techniques of the Afro-Brazilian dance, as well as teach about acrobatic movements and Brazilian culture. 10am-2pm, thejamjar, Al Quoz, Dubai, register at 050 931 3829, beep.josesilva@gmail.com
Get tickets to enjoy a performance by the soprano ensemble Vox Livens, featuring a female-voices repertoire of opera, art songs, madrigals and a cappella contemporary works performed during a three-course menu of modern gourmet. June 13, 7pm, Dh200, Melius Restaurant, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, reservations at 02 558 3000, www.facebook.com/voxlivens
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