A scene from Epic, where the character Queen Tara is voiced by Beyonce Knowles. AP Photo / 20th Century Fox
A scene from Epic, where the character Queen Tara is voiced by Beyonce Knowles. AP Photo / 20th Century Fox

5 things to do today: a Special exhibition and a Gelish manicure



catch the last day of the exhibition I'm Special ... You're Special, featuring artwork by students from Mawaheb, an art studio for adults with special needs. 10am to 11pm, Art Couture, Al Badia Golf Course by InterContinental, Dubai, 04 601 0101, www.artcoutureuae.com

create something for Dad in time for Father's Day at Art Beat. You'll find plenty of gifts to paint and personalise in a way that is sure to make him proud. From 8.30am to 6.30pm, the corner of Muroor and 25th street, Abu Dhabi, book your space at 055 269 8011, www.artbeat.com

treat yourself to a Gelish manicure and classic pedicure at Sisters in The Village Mall, Jumeirah, all this month and the next for a special price of only Dh175. Jumeirah 1, opposite Jumeirah Plaza, 04 342 0787,
www.sistersbeautylounge.com

prepare for your summer holiday with The Travel Essentials Pamper Box. Get a voucher to enjoy a mani-pedi, a head massage and your choice of a rejuvenating facial or a spray-tan at The Cure, plus a relaxing CD, essential oils, a nail buffer and chocolates. Dh300, The Cure Wellness and Beauty Lounge, Dubai Media City, 04 391 6485, www.thecure.ae

enjoy a film with your baby at lower volume and increased lighting. The Mother & Baby Timings at CineRoyal theatres let you watch the latest movies without worrying that your baby or toddler making noise will disrupt other moviegoers. This morning, Epic (pictured) will be shown at 10.15am at both Dalma and Khalidiyah Malls. At 10.45am, Hummingbird will be screened at Khalidiyah Mall. At 10.50pm, watch Iron Man 3 at Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi, www.cineroyal.ae

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