Arab Music Institute
22 Ramsis St, Tel 02 2574 3373
Sat 30, 9.30pm: An evening of poetry features vernacular poets Sayyed Hegab and Hamdy Raouf.
American University in Cairo
New Cairo Campus
Sun 14 - Tues 16 April, 9am-4pm: "Brain Awareness Week", organized by the Biology department in collaboration with the IBRO/Dana Foundation, is a global campaign to showcase the progress in brain research and advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of brain disorders. The week is an opportunity to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. This event provides a valuable platform for students to engage with experts from AUC, receiving support and guidance for their innovative projects. Its objective is to enhance public awareness of the brain and its functions, particularly among Egyptian students and doctors, inspiring them to specialize in neurosciences. Additionally, it offers educational resources and opportunities for learning about brain health, neurosciences, and neurological disorders, addressing the knowledge gap for students and healthcare professionals.
Abdel-Aziz Al-Sa'oud Street
Happy Dolphin, 70 Abdel-Aziz Al-Sa'oud St, Al-Manial, Cairo, 012 22424445/01098098671
Tues 26, 10.30pm: An evening of poetry by Egyptian poet Amr Hassan and his Sudanese counterpart Osman Boushra.
Wed 27, 10.30pm: A seminar on psychology with psychiatrist Nabil Al-Qout.
Diwan Bookstore
Capital Business Park, El-Sheikh Zayed, 0122 1503483
Sat 23, 1pm: Workshops of storytelling and narration and other activities for children.
105, Abu Bakr El-Seddiq St, Heliopolis, Misr Algedida, Tel 02 2690 8184/85/ 0122 6000168
Fri 22, 11am-12.30pm: Time for another storytelling session with Bookly Ever After. Join a truly special Mother’s Day event, bringing the book’s characters to life, creatively engaging with kids and their moms (age group 3-6).
Sat 30, 1pm: Storytelling and narration workshops and other activities for children.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 21 March, 2024 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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