ENJOY the Pampering Spree Package, which includes a classic manicure from The Nail Spa, a glamorous blow-dry at Marquee and a selection of sandwiches, pastries, cakes and beverages from Maison Mathis. Costs Dh200, high tea is served from 3pm to 6pm. Guests should allow for two hours for the hair and nail treatments prior to the high tea, or opt for tea before the pampering. Arabian Ranches, Dubai, book at 04 420 7700
SEE the group exhibition Scripts of Our Unspoken Words, in which three African artists' works express power and implications of abstract writing, including Tantalising Pomegranate by Alison Coulthurst. From 10am to 6pm, Showcase Gallery, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 379 0940, www.showcaseuae.com
TRAVEL back in time to a 1950s-style diner tonight at Flavours restaurant. Relish American classics such as barbecue ribs, meatloaf, Buffalo wings, hamburgers and hot dogs as well as waffles, pies and cupcakes as a jukebox plays American hits. From 7pm to 11.30pm, from Dh99, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Corniche, Abu Dhabi, reservations at 02 677 3333
SHOP at City Centre Deira and keep your cameras ready because a flash mob will surprise visitors at random times throughout the day in the food court. From 10am to 1am, City Centre Deira, Dubai, www.facebook.com/CityCentreDeira
REGISTER for the Glee Club at the Hub, where children ages 7 to 10 and 11 to 16 can learn vocal techniques, performance skills, character development, improvisation, voice projection, choreography and more. Songs will come from all eras, including musical theatre and pop hits. Trial session is on September 6, Music Hub, Falcon Tower, Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi, registry@musichub.ae
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