Tuck into a two- or three-course feast at THE One's Gourmet Christmas Show, which includes treats such as butternut carrot soup, Christmas pudding and coffee bonet. From Dh81 for a two-course meal and from Dh99 for a three-course meal, THE One Jumeirah Cafe, Dubai; Khalidiyah Theatre, Abu Dhabi, www.theone.com
See the charity exhibition Art from the Heart, featuring works created by students between 8 and 21 years from the Special Care Centre in Abu Dhabi. All proceeds will go to the centre. For those who purchase the artworks, which range from oil paintings to stitch-craft with a carnival theme, The Gallery will offer a free crêpe. From Dh50 to Dh150, The Gallery, Hala Arjaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi, 02 418 0000
Attend the talk How Archaeology Shapes History. Discover how archaeology can help us understand history and culture in the Emirates by looking at changes in culture, while interpreting the political, economic and social reasons behind these changes. Today, from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, free, Qasr Al Hosn, downtown Abu Dhabi, 2nd Street, between 5th and 7th streets, registration essential at 02 697 6472 or qasralhosn@tcaabudhabi.ae
Enjoy an evening of jazz music and great coffee. The Swing Revue will play live at The Magazine Shop to lighten up your week. Today, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, free, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, www.themagazineshop.me
Join the Emirates Natural History Group and attend a talk by Sheikh Dr Majid Sultan Al Qasimi, a veterinarian involved in raising awareness about endangered animals. He will speak from a veterinary perspective about the challenges of hyper development in the Arab world. Today, from 7pm to 9.30pm, free entry, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, www.enhg.org
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