The Sharjah Public Libraries are gearing up for the new academic year with an extensive programme comprising 24 engaging events throughout September. This initiative aims to extend the learning environment from classrooms to libraries, providing children, youth, families, and various community members with opportunities to gain knowledge through practical experiences and participation. Activities range from exploring fossils and hydroponics to programming, sustainability, translation, reading, music, writing, and the arts.
Events Across Six Libraries
The September events are evenly distributed across six libraries, with each location hosting four activities. The cities of Sharjah, Khorfakkan, Kalba, Al Dhaid, Dibba Al Hisn, and Wadi Al Helo will bring these enriching knowledge experiences closer to the public, making it accessible to individuals in different regions of the emirate.
Kick-Off Activities
The programme launches at the Sharjah Library tomorrow with a workshop titled “Discover the World of Translation,” which opens a window for participants to explore the field of translation and its role in bridging languages and cultures. On the 13th, a session on “Our Family Stories” will be presented, and on the 27th, the library will host “A Journey to the Self – Naguib Mahfouz,” taking activities outside its walls. The programme will culminate on the 30th with “Smile, You are in Sharjah: A Community Adventure in Sustainable Tourism” at the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation, educating participants on sustainable tourism concepts and natural resource preservation through interactive activities and group games.
Highlighting Local Libraries’ Contributions
Khorfakkan Library kickstarts the month with a women’s session entitled “Self and Serenity,” and will include a nature field trip, “Sustainable World,” on the 15th to Khor Khabir Mangrove Centre. The 20th features a blend of learning and experience with the event “Create it with Love,” followed by a celebration of a local author during the “Creative Pens” event on the 24th.
The Kalba Library begins its offerings with a youth event, “Anime Kingdom,” this Sunday, and will hold a reading club on the 10th to discuss Mariam Al-Jamie’s book “From Inner Noise.” For seniors, “The Good Old Days Screen” will occur on the 16th, while the library will introduce “Programming in the Dark” on the 29th.
Engaging Workshops and Cultural Experiences
The Al Dhaid Library kicked off its September events yesterday with the workshop “World of Fossils.” This will be followed by “Open a Book… The Journey Begins” on the 10th, promoting reading as a collective dialogue space. Additionally, a workshop titled “Our Little Melodies” on the 20th will allow children to discover music. The library will also hold the “Mini Family Cooking Challenge” in Al Zaraafaan Park on the 23rd.
The Dibba Al Hisn Library plans to offer a home hydroponics workshop next Tuesday and will host the “My Life Expertise” event at the Al Hisn Youth Centre on the 14th, encouraging cross-generational dialogue. On the 17th, attendees can enjoy a session titled “Thumbelina,” followed by a clay sculpture class on the 27th.
Finally, Wadi Al Helo Library begins its September programme outside its usual premises with a drawing and colouring event titled “Bright Beginning” at Wadi Al Helo School next Wednesday, celebrating the start of the new school year. The library will host a discussion on Yahiya Al-Yasi’s book “Real Estate Step” on the 17th, followed by a workshop named “Stamp of Knowledge and Creativity” on the 22nd. The events will conclude on the 27th with “Family is the Key to Success.”
The Sharjah Library launches its events tomorrow, offering participants a gateway to explore translation and its vital role in fostering communication between diverse languages and cultures.