5 things to do: Visit the weavers of the Fatima bint Muhammad Initiative or see a comedy show starring Max Amini

Our daily round-up of things to do: Visit the weavers of the Fatima bint Muhammad Initiative at The Dubai Mall; Get tickets for the forthcoming comedy shows starring Max Amini; Register the kids to take part in the Claymation for Children workshop; Attend a flea market at Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana; and Book the Summer Indulgence Package at Raffle Spa at Raffles Dubai.

Guests are invited to try the art of knot-tying on a carpet loom at the Fatima Bint Mohamed Initiative. Courtesy FBMI

Visit the weavers of the Fatima bint Muhammad Initiative, who are demonstrating carpet weaving and wool spinning. Guests are invited to try the art of knot-tying on a carpet loom. From 10am to 1am, free, Souk Atrium, Dubai Mall, Dubai, www.fbmi.ae

Get tickets for the forthcoming comedy shows starring Max Amini. The Iranian-American stand-up comedian brings his improvised Authentically Absurd show to Dubai for two different shows in one night, focusing on his Iranian heritage, family ties, societal issues and culture clashes. July 24, 7pm and 9.30pm, from Dh250, Centrepoint Theatre, Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, 04 341 4777, www.ductac.org

Register the kids to take part in the Claymation for Children workshop. In this project-based class, groups design their own clay characters and engage in each step of the process, from developing a story concept to sculpting the clay characters. Tomorrow, 11am, Dh30, Maraya Art Centre, Sharjah, register at 06 556 6555, [e-mail]

Attend a flea market and buy new and pre-loved items from various vendors. All proceeds will go towards the purchase of Eid clothing for less privileged children through the Red Crescent. Donation boxes will be available. From 8pm to 1am, Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi, 02 657 0220, [e-mail]

Book the Summer Indulgence Package at Raffle Spa at Raffles Dubai and feel revitalised and relaxed with a 60-minute massage, followed by a delight for the taste buds: The Collection – Fashion Afternoon Tea, featuring a selection of sweet and savoury treats. From Dh399, Raffles Dubai, reservation at 04 314 9870, [e-mail]