children will be taught to make their own treat bags for Halloween. Courtesy Art Beat
children will be taught to make their own treat bags for Halloween. Courtesy Art Beat
children will be taught to make their own treat bags for Halloween. Courtesy Art Beat
children will be taught to make their own treat bags for Halloween. Courtesy Art Beat

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Sign up the kids for a Halloween candy bag workshop where they make their own colourful tote to collect their treats this spooky holiday.

4.30pm-5.30pm, Dh80, Art Beat, corner of 4th and 25th Streets near Mushrif Mall, registration essential at 02 444 5135, search Art Beat UAE on Facebook

Experience the thrill of flying at iFLY Dubai with a special resident rate for a limited time. The indoor skydiving facility invites UAE residents to register to take part in the adventure that is located right in the mall. Simply submit a valid proof of residency before your flight to take advantage of the discount.

10am-11pm, Dh175 including a training session, City Centre Mirdif, www.theplaymania.com/ifly

Enjoy an evening of culture at Art Nights in Gate Village. See exhibitions from local galleries, plus cultural events, film screenings, live art, live music and a variety of casual and fine-dining facilities.

7-10pm, DIFC Gate Village, Dubai, www.facebook.com/difcommunity

Take your pets to the Al Barsha Veterinary Clinic for a free "Breast Check Up" for all female dogs and cats – pets are susceptible to cancer too. This month get a 10 per cent discount on spaying, which can reduce the occurrence of cancer in both dogs and cats.

Dubai, book at 04 340 8601

Register now to attend the workshop Acting for the Camera with the veteran casting director Roger Del Pozo of the New York Film Academy and learn how to audition professionally and successfully.

November 8, 2pm, free, New York Film Academy, off 15th Street, between 2nd and 4th streets, Abu Dhabi, register at 02 446 6442, abudhabi@nyfa.edu

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