See the exhibition Out of Season, in which the artist Gil Heitor Cortesão presents paintings that relive the heyday of 1950s Americana, including The Swimmer. From 11.30am to 7pm, Carbon 12, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 340 6016, www.carbon12dubai.com
Visit the Al Forsan International Sports Resort to try a variety of activities such as karting, water sports, shooting and archery, equestrian training, paintball, football, tennis, basketball, volleyball and swimming. A variety of food and beverages are on offer, too. Free entry and free parking. Today, January 25, from 9am to 10pm, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, www.alforsan.com
Check out the newly opened Pascal Tepper French Bakery in Abu Dhabi and enjoy fresh bread, Viennoiserie and pastries as well as hot and cold dishes at this contemporary take on the traditional French bakery. From 7am to 10.30pm, IPIC Tower, Muroor Road, between 15th and 19th streets, Abu Dhabi, 02 444 4762, www.pascaltepperfrenchbakery.com
Register now to learn to cook fresh, homemade pasta at Jamie's Italian in a fun and interactive session. On Saturday at 10am, Dh299 includes a meal, a goody bag and a certificate. Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai, register at 04 380 8890, www.jamieoliver.com/italian/dubai
Enter the photo competition through Alliance Française with the theme Climate, A State of Emergency. Amateur photographers are invited to show work about climate change, global warming, effects and solutions. The prize is a trip to and a photo exhibition in Paris. Submissions open until April 30, 04 335 8712, www.afdubai.org
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