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February
9
 
Location: Al Riwaq Exhibition Hall
Time: All Day Event, begins at 12:00 AM
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Qatar Museums Authority (QMA) is proud to announce a new major exhibition by Takashi Murakami, the artist’s first solo exhibition in the Middle East. Murakami – Ego. The exhibition will immerse visitors in a fantasy world conceived by the renowned Japanese artist, capturing the way Murakami channels the ecstasy and anxiety of contemporary culture.

February
10
 
Location: Museum of Islamic Art (Park)
Time: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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On Friday the 10th of February, there is only one place to go in Doha - the 5th Reach Out To Asia’s Wheels ‘n’ Heels2012 Family Day at the Museum of Islamic Art Park, Doha Corniche. The fun kicks off at 2pm as celebrities and VIPs join thousands of families to enjoy eight hours of entertainment at the Park.

Wheels’n’Heels 2012– the 5th anniversary of Qatar’s largest annual community event – is proud to host special events to promote ROTA’s partnership with the Qatar Japan Committee 2012. Under the event theme ‘Reach Out By Having Fun!’, a full programme of exciting activities include the traditional Wheels ‘n’ Heels Circuit. Family members of all ages will pull on their trainers to jog, walk, cycle or wheelchair the 3-kilometre Circuit to raise money for ROTA projects across Asia.

Kidz Zone promises hours of fun for younger members of the family with non-stop live entertainment, interactive arts space, bouncy castles, skills based competitions face painting and a whole load of fun games.

Visitors to the Health & Safety Zone can obtain advice about how to get fit, stay healthy and learn more about first aid. Also taking part will be Civil Defense staff teaching visitors the importance of obeying traffic regulations and how to use a fire extinguisher.

Everyone visiting the ROTA Zone will discover all they need to know about Qatar’s leading education and humanitarian NGO. A merchandise stand selling ROTA t-shirts and a whole lot more, plus an information point displaying details of all ROTA’s programs and advice about how to join the 800+ volunteers in the ROTA Volunteer Program.

W heels ‘n’ Heels participants looking to improve their personal fitness will be keen to check out the Active Zone where the Qatar Cycling Federation and Aspire promise lots of fun sports and fitness activities for the entire family.

The Food Zone will provide a selection of healthy snacks while watching all the Wheels ‘n’ Heels action on the Big Screen.

February
10
 
Location: Qatar National Theatre
Time: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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The Institute Francais du Qatar presents Smadj in concert. This will be a joyful, yet laidback blend of Arabic and European musical feelings; a magic mix of electronic music with gypsy, jazz and oriental sounds.


For more information email info@institutfrancais-qatar.com or call 4493-0862/3.Have Your Say
February
11
 
Location: Qatar Sailing Federation
Time: All Day Event, begins at 12:00 AM
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Over 300 sailors from all over the world in nine different classes will participate in this racing event which has running in Doha for over twenty years.

For more information, visit qatarsailing@yahoo.com
February
11
 
Location: CNA-Q
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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Come run, walk, cycle, or roll in this annual event which raisesmuch needed funds for cancer research and the Qatar National Cancer Society.

The event, in commemoration of Canadian cancer activist Terry Fox, focuses onparticipation and fundraising as opposed to the actual completion of the run.No driving.

The event is also looking for volunteers.

For additional information you can contact Eleanor Kenny, theevent organizer, at eleanor.kenny@cna-qatar.edu.qa.

February
14
 
Location: InterContinental Doha Beachfront
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James Blunt in Concert!

ALIVE Entertainment in collaboration with InterContinental Doha and iloveqatar.net are very excited to announce one another top artist to play in Qatar!

James Blunt 14th February 2012
InterContinental Doha
Beachfront
Door Open at 7pm
Tickets Sold at the InterContinental LobbyDesk
General Admission- QR 250

For more information call 4484 4444
February
15
 
Location: Katara Cultural Village Opera House
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Felicitas Fuchs, soprano

Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra musicians:
Anne-Cathrin Ehrlich, violin
Nina Heidenreich, violin
Flóra Kovács, violin
Christian Bønnelykke, viola
Andrea Mereutza, viola
Harald Georgi, cello
Christoph Schmitz, cello
Sandor Onodi, double bass
Rony Moser, clarinet
Al Moser, piano
Sonja Park, piano

Program

Schumann: Piano Quintet for piano, violin, viola, cello and double bass, in E Flat Major, Op. 44
Mozart: From La Clemenza di Tito: Parto, parto for soprano, clarinet and piano, KV 621
Schubert: Shepherd on the Rock for soprano, clarinet and piano, D. 965
Schubert: Trout Quintet for piano, violin, viola, cello and double bass, in A Major, D. 667

More at qatarphilharmonicorchestra.org


Read more: http://www.qatarliving.com/events/arts-culture/qatar-phil-chamber-schuberts-trout-quintet#ixzz1lCyfvTW0
February
16
 
Location: Museum of Islamic Art - Park
Time: All Day Event, begins at 12:00 AM
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First concert to take place at the MIA Park. Tickets on sale soon at the Museum of Islamic Art

The Museum of Islamic Art is proud to present world-renowned Singer/ Songwriter Yusuf Islam, live in concert for the first time in the Middle East on Thursday, February 16 at the MIA Park starting 8:00 pm. The concert which will journey through the extensive catalog of musical hits by Yusuf Islam will be the first in a series of musical performances planned at MIA Park throughout the year.
Yusuf Islam was born in London to a Greek Cypriot father and a Swedish mother. Formally known as Cat Stevens, he was one of the biggest solo artists of the 60s and 70s, selling more than 60 million albums with hits including, Father and Son, Wild World, Peace Train and many more. Following a serious illness and after a near drowning incident, he received a translation of the Qur'an and converted to Islam in 1977 in which he found peace and universal understanding. He decided to withdraw from the music industry at his peak and changed his name to Yusuf Islam beginning a new life.
Following his conversion to Islam, Yusuf Islam became an energetic philanthropist, humanitarian and an enthusiastic supporter of Islamic Education in UK after the birth of his first child. He has been recognized worldwide for his humanitarian efforts. In the 1990s, Yusuf gradually returned to the music business and eventually began performing songs from his time as Cat Stevens. Commenting on his return, he said: “I needed to reconnect with the fans I left back in the 70's, those who still held the same ideals for peace and love which I sang about and which I still promote today as a Muslim.”
Yusuf Islam was one of the first Muslim converts to write Islamic songs in English. A pioneering Islamic Nasheed artist and producer, his record company, Mountain of Light, has produced some of the most popular recordings for children, including A is for Allah and I Look, I See, which teach children the basics of Islam. He has also recorded the spoken word Biography of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him.
As a new recreational facility in Doha, MIA Park hosts Yusuf Islam's concert marking the launch of several activities aimed to engage the local community and offer a new venue for entertainment, creativity and leisure.
Tickets for the concert will be available at the Museum of the Islamic Art for 210 QR and 750 QR for VIP tickets which include: reception as well as on-site parking. For further information, call the Museum of Islamic Art at 44224444 or visit www.mia.org.qa
For further information about Yusuf Islam please visit www.yusufislam.com



Read more: http://www.qatarliving.com/events/music/live-yusuf-islam-cat-stevens#ixzz1lD167X8s
February
17
 
Location: Compass International School/ Algharrafa Campus
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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2nd Doha Mums Yard Sale (Second Hand Market)


Shoppers are QR5 per adult (kids free)
Al proceeds go to benefit of the Doha Mums Children's Library!

Feel free to invite all your friends who might be interested in selling or shopping - the sale is open to
everyone, not just Doha Mums members!

For more information or if you would like to join the sale as a vendor contact yardsale/-a-t-/dohamums.com

Happy shopping!!


Read more: http://www.qatarliving.com/events/commercial/2nd-doha-mums-yard-sale-second-hand-market#ixzz1lCzLTbAG
February
19
 
Location: Katara Cultural Village Opera House
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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UNESCO World Artist for Peace Marcel Khalife performs his music with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.


More at qatarphilharmonicorchestra.org


February
22
 
Location: Katara Drama Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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In celebration of 40 years of diplomatic relations between Japan and Qatar, the Embassy of Japan Foundation and Katara bring you a truly captivating blend of contemplative tranquility and explosive emotion from Japan!

A national treasure ofJapan, Hiroshima-born Eitetsu Hayashi is one of the legendary Taiko drummers. He is a founder and lead performer of internationally renowned groups Sado-Ondekoza and Kodo.

Hayashi has originated a unique and emotive O-Daiko (big drum) solo style, with his mesmerising sound spectacles leaping beyond traditional Taiko drum performances in technique, physical stamina and expressive range.

In 1984, Hayashi made his Carnegie Hall début with the American Symphony Orchestra. Since then, his solo career has frequently taken him around the world and across five continents. Hayashi has appeared with top orchestras including the Berlin Philharmonic and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. He is also the first Taiko soloist to have performed at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Hall. Hayashi receivedJapan’s prestigious 47th Education Minister’s Art Encouragement Prize in 1997 and the 8th Award for Promotion of Traditional Japanese Culture from the Japan Arts Foundation in 2001.

“Each beat of the drum has to go deep. It has to arouse in the audience a boundless feeling, stretching back through time. What I am pursuing is a sound that embodies Nature, one that is both awe-inspiring yet serene” – Eitetsu Hayashi