Five things to do today: enjoy a French meal at a newly opened restaurant and participate in Ski Dubai’s Ice Warrior Challenge

Or daily round up of things to do. Enjoy a French meal at a newly opened restaurant; participate in Ski Dubai's Ice Warrior Challenge; attend a symposium; enjoy a movie at Reel Cinemas with a buy one get one free offer; and take your little one to a Baby Sensory class.

The Frioul Bistro de Luxe in Madinat Jumeirah. Sarah Dea / The National

Indulge in a meal at the French-inspired restaurant Frioul Bistro de Luxe, which recently opened at Souk Madinat Jumeirah. It reflects influences from the south of France, specifically the Frioul islands. For details, call 04 567 0011, or email [e-mail]

Register to take part in Ski Dubai's Ice Warrior Challenge – a race that tests the boundaries of physical endurance, mental strength, stamina and overall fitness through an obstacle course. All proceeds go to the Dubai Centre for Special Needs. On November 1, from 8am, Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, www.premiermarathons.com

Attend a two-day international symposium presented by Sharjah Museums Department on Islamic Civilization in the 21st Century: Global Perspectives, which will highlight the contributions that individuals from the region are making to contemporary Islamic and global civilisation today. From 8.30am, American University of Sharjah, auditorium, main building, www.sharjahmuseums.ae

Buy one movie ticket at full price and get the second at half price at Reel Cinemas at Dubai Marina Mall all this month. Dubai Marina Mall, 04 449 1988, www.reelcinemas.ae

Attend the Baby Sensory class where babies will enjoy different activities each week, addressing important areas of development: socio-emotional, physical, language and communication and sensory. Various classes from 9.45am to 4.30pm, depending on the age. From Dh900 for 11 sessions, The Change Initiative, Al Barsha 1, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, registration essential at 055 112 6895 or [e-mail]