Register to attend the N2N Gallery Masterclasses. Petro Bevza, one of the top contemporary Ukrainian artists, will lead classes on Discovering the Metaphysical Landscape, which will focus on creating several artworks through discussions, technical assignments and painting. From Friday, April 24, until April 29, 10am to 1pm for the morning session; 6pm to 9.30pm for the evening session, Dh1,950, includes mineral pigments, N2N Gallery, first floor, Nation Towers Galleria, Corniche, Abu Dhabi, 055 283 2642, www.n2n-gallery.com
Attendthe talk The Evolution of Emirati Dress. Reem El Mutwalli (pictured in 1991 with her daughter, both wearing traditional Emirati clothes), the author of Sultani: Traditions Renewed, will talk about the traditional dress of UAE women as it evolved from 1966 to 2004. From 6.30pm to 8pm, NYU Abu Dhabi Saadiyat Campus, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, register at www.nyuad.nyu.edu
Experiencethe calming benefits of wild lavender in a holistic cocooning spa treatment, which includes a body exfoliation, a pampering massage and a mini facial before relaxing inside a warm cocoon to enjoy a foot and pressure-point scalp massage. From Dh400, Chrysalis Spa, Damac Maison, Dubai Mall Street, Dubai, 04 270 0777, chrysalis.dubaimallstreet@damacmaison.com
Sign upto take part in a pasta-making class at Jamie's Italian. Prepare pasta from scratch under the guidance of chefs and learn a broad range of techniques and new recipes. Plus get tips on making sauces and take home a goody bag of ingredients and a certificate. At 10am, Dh299, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, 04 380 8890, jbh@jamiesitaliangcc.com
See an exhibition of works by Mouneer Al Shaarani, the renowned calligraphy artist who has introduced innovative calligraphy styles and takes his inspiration from his surroundings, both old and new. From 10am to 8pm, Art Space, The Gate Village Building 3, Level 2, DIFC, Dubai, 04 323 0820, www.artspace-dubai.com
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