Tuesday, March 3, 2015

AWARE March Schedule of Cultural Trips & Events

Saturday, March 7, 2015 @ 9:15 a.m.

GUIDED TOUR: GRAND MOSQUE



For a rewarding, spiritual & informative experience.

This is a 1½ tour of one of Kuwait’s most famous landmarks. Ladies are required to cover - long sleeves and long ankle length skirt, otherwise the mosque will provide a cloak. If you have your own scarf you’re welcome to bring it.

Cameras are allowed. Children are welcome.

This tour meets directly at the Grand Mosque

This tour does not require prior registration.






Monday, March 9, 2015 @ 5:00 p.m.

GUIDED TOUR: HOUSE OF MIRRORS

Fee: KD 3 per person

The House of Mirrors is home to the family of the late renowned artist, Khalifa Al-Qattan. His wife has spent vast amounts of time creating scenes on the walls, the floors & even the ceilings to showcase what can be done with broken pieces of mirror & glass when accompanied by an artists' touch. Enjoy a cup of tea, an artful snack & a guided tour to view the splendors of this 'bedazzled' home.

Cameras are welcome.



This is an adult only tour for 8 participants.Advance reservations are required at joumana@aware.com.kw




Saturday, March 14, 2015


AJMAL STUD FARM


Departure from AWARE: 10 am


Return Departure: 2pm


(Bus Transportation only)





Mr. Mohammad Al Marzouk, owner of the famous Ajmal Stud Farm, has invited the AWARE Center’s guests to his Arabian Horses Farm for a Cultural Experience related to Arabian Horses & their Lineage. The host will explain the history of the farm as well as various aspects of the Arabian horses while the horses perform under the watchful eye of the head trainer. Guests are able to gain first hand exposure to the uniqueness of Arabian horses.





Fees: 5 KD per person (Refreshments provided )




LIMITED SEATS! PRIOR EMAIL REGISTRATION REQUIRED.




Register through joumana@aware.com.kw




DIWANIYA


The Structure and Contents of the Quran: An Overview


By Dr. Teresa Lesher


Tuesday, March 17 at 7 p.m.


The Quran, which spans 600 pages in Arabic divided into 114 chapters, is described in the very beginning as a "guidance for the God-conscious." Join Dr. Teresa Lesher for a breakdown of the subject matter of the Quran in a 30-minute presentation that shows how the Quran is a manual for human activity, thought and excellence. The presentation will be followed by general discussion and attendees will be gifted with an English translation of the Quran.




This Diwaniya will be followed by Dinner.





DHOW SUNSET DINNER CRUISE


Saturday, March 21, 2015 @ 4:00 p.m.


Fee: KD 21 per person





Before the discovery of oil in Kuwait, dhow builders were viewed as one of the major national resources. Kuwait owned over 800 dhows prior to World War I. By 1919, Kuwait had acquired about 1200 dhows of different types and sizes. They were used for fishing, pearling, deep-sea trade, Gulf coastal trade, and the local transportation of goods and fresh water. The purpose and function of the dhow strongly influenced its design and size. For a relaxing evening on the water, join AWARE for a most unique experience; a Dhow Sunset Dinner.


Limited seats.

REGISTRATION IS THROUGH CASH PAYMENTS ONLY.


For details, please contact joumana@aware.com.kw


Deadline: 16 March, 2015(Monday)





Monday, March 23, 2015 @ 5:00 p.m.

GUIDED TOUR: HAMAD AL FUZIA MUSEUM FOR ANTIQUES

Fee: KD 2 per person

Opened by a Kuwaiti gentleman in his own home, this museum has an excellent collection of Kuwaiti antiques with a section of the museum dedicated to his relatives who died during the invasion of Kuwait. Join us as he recounts stories about Kuwait and about the antiques housed in the museum.



Advance reservations required at joumana@aware.com.kw











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