In Abu Dhabi

Summer workshops
in art organized by the Open Studio of Abu Dhabi Culture & Heritage. Call 02-6195357 for details.
Desert Rose 2008: Revealing it all, a student exhibition displaying the works of media graduates from the Abu Dhabi Women's College at Ghaf Art Gallery until June 11. More details at www.desertrose2008.com

In Dubai

Jewellery Extravaganza for Atyaaf ‘s Spectrum of Emotions natural gemstone and diamond jewellery collection at Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Entry by invitation only.
Iran Today, a collection of paintings that offers a fresh and retrospective look at the plight of women in the Iranian culture by Elham Moaidnia exhibiting until July 15 at the Showcase Gallery, Jumeirah.
Summer Salon showcasing art by amateur and professional artists at Gallery 76, Jumeirah until August 23.
Destination Asia – Flying over stereotypes, an exhibition by Asian artists at Elementa Art Gallery until July 12. Details at www.galleryelementa.com
Arts Showcase 2008 featuring works in watercolours, oils, acrylics, pastels, collage, pottery, clay, sculpture etc at Ductac, Mall of the Emirates until June 14. Timings 9am to 10pm Saturday to Thursday and 2pm to 10pm on Fridays.
Calligraphy Exhibition by Mehdi Fallah at Block 13, Dubai Knowledge Village. Exhibition continues until July 20.
Ekkedoors and Jpretro, an exhibition of photographs and paintings at Gallery 76, Dubai International Art Centre. Exhibition continues until June 21.
Football Frenzy II of the UEFA Euro 2008 Cup at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. Games to be shown live from 24 large screens. Call 04 3755625 for more details.