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Thursday (Feb 24) The Lost Paradise of Dilmun will host a Dorakk festival dedicated to metal and heavy music fans. The festival, staged on the beach area, will feature bands such as Thee Project, Lunacyst and Motor Militia. Other acts who will be taking part are Atom, Rain in Hell, Sounds of Ruby from Saudi Arabia.

The festival will also feature a BBQ and different activities during the performances. Tickets cost BD6 in advance and BD9 at the gate and are available at the room 2 rock music shop in Hamala and online at www.LPODwaterpark.com or at Lost Paradise of Dilmun on the day from 4pm to midnight.

Friday (Feb 25)

A two-day mix media workshop begins today at the Al Riwaq Art Space in Adliya from 12pm to 3pm. Spanish artist Mercedes Gonzalez de Garay will introduce her mixed media project 'Gypsy Time', which introduces her street art- to-canvas style. Working with stencil, spray, acrylics, painting, drawing and collage, Mercedes will demonstrate technique and concept. The workshop costs BD35 including all materials. For details contact 17717441.

Saturday (Feb 25)

The Laughter Yoga Club at the World Beat Fitness Centre in Janabiya will hold its monthly session from 4.30pm. Entry is BD1 for adults and free for children. For details contact 17612576 or log on to www.worldbeatfitness.com/www.laughteryoga.org