Dubai: Got AED 1? Yes, only AED 1 is what you need to be part of the Bookish Carnival by Bookends, a Dubai-based bookstore for pre-loved books (second-hand books). Books deserve to be celebrated and how. The carnival, which will be held on Saturday, September 23, from 6 to 8 pm, at the Bookend’s store in Dubai Digital Park, DSO, Dubai, will bring together book lovers, game enthusiasts, and just about anyone who is keen to sharpen their fun, competitive winning edge on a weekend evening.
You are encouraged to dress up carnival style, yes, the more colour, the brighter and better. Bring out those hats, the quirky wigs, and the clown nose too! And yes, there are goodies to be won, including Dh500 vouchers from the carnival’s prize partner, babyshop. Plus, Bookends will give away vouchers for you to buy books from the store. Dubai-based authors Purva Grover,will be hosting the event, alongside Grace Karim and Somia Anwar, the heart & soul behind Bookends.
The games that the guests/visitors/participants will get a chance to experience include but are not limited to Bookish Ball Toss, Jigsaw Puzzle Race, Guess the Book Cover, Match the Characters, Book Bean Bag Toss, Book Colour Wheel, and more. Just remember all you need is an AED 1 coin in your pocket to register. Walk into the store, pay AED 1, and play two hours of non-stop bookish games.
