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The Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023 Celebrates the Poet Mubarak Al Ameri on the Final Day of Its 4th Edition

The "Poetry Nights: Voices Loved by People" programme at the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, concluded with a poetry and singing session celebrating the poet Mubarak bin Yafour Al Ameri.

Inspiring Artistic Workshops on the Sixth Day of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023

The arts corner, on the 6th day of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, included a number of inspiring artistic workshops, where participants learned how to draw complete paintings using sheets of tree leaves, with the aim of spreading a message to strengthen the connection between humans and nature, under the supervision of the visual artist Huda Al Hammadi.

Ali Salem Bertaa Al Hameli’s Poems Illuminated the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023

On the 5th day of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, the Festival celebrated the Emirati poet Ali Salem Bertaa Al Hameli, a star of the 8th edition of the "Million’s Poet" tv show, as part of the "Poetry Nights: Voices Loved by People" programme.

Sard Al Thahab Award Winners Discuss Their Winning Works at the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023

The Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, continued its schedule of cultural, artistic, and entertainment events on its 4th day, among which was the Sard Al Thahab Award winners' discussion of their winning works during the Award’s first edition.

Entertainment, Art, and Cultural Events During the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023's 3rd Day

Cultural events, artistic pursuits, and family-friendly entertainment filled the 3rd day of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, in Madinat Zayed's public park.

"A Story of Hope" and a Poetry Night Take the Centre Stage of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023’s 2nd Day

The spotlight on people of determination continued on the 2nd day of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, with the session " A Story of Hope: Educational Integration and Empowerment of People of Determination".

The Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023 Celebrates the International Day of Persons with Disabilities

The Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, commemorates the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) on Monday, December 4, featuring a performance by students of the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination on the Festival's main stage, as well as cultural sessions within the Cultural Programme and students participating in artistic shows.

The Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023 Launches Its 4th Edition

The Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, launched its 4th edition today at Madinat Zayed's public park under the theme “Celebrating a Cultural Legacy”. This Festival's edition is distinguished by a programme rich in cultural, educational, artistic, and entertainment events that showcase local cultural history and foster a sense of belonging, elevating Al Dhafra region to its proper place in the country's cultural arena.

‘Celebrating a Cultural Legacy’ is Theme for 2023 Edition of Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre’s Al Dhafra Book Festival

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), is organising the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2023 under the theme ‘Celebrating a Cultural Legacy’ from 4 to 10 December at the Public Park, Madinat Zayed.