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Sharjah 24
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Ladies Club marks Year of Community with Chinese festival
Inspired by Chinese culture Inspired by Chinese culture, the event featured a variety of interactive workshops, including a lantern-making, and Chinese calligraphy, where participants learned how to write traditional symbols using brush and ink. The experience continued with a Chinese tea ceremony, offering guests a calm and elegant introduction to this centuries-old ritual. The festival included traditional Chinese dance performances and a Gu Zheng show - a classic Chinese musical instrument, creating an elegant atmosphere throughout the evening. Speaking about the event, Ameera Al Ameri, Head of Events at Sharjah Ladies Club, said: "This festival reflects our ongoing commitment to hosting events that both educate and entertain, while fostering cultural understanding. It also aligns with the spirit of the UAE's Year of Community by promoting diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect." The Club's facilities played an active role in making the festival memorable The Club's facilities played an active role in making the festival memorable. The Sports Complex hosted the traditional Chinese board game Pong Hau Ki, while Orchid Beauty Boutique offered Chinese themed hairstyling, nail art, and face painting. Collage Talent Center offered creative art activities, including artistic workshops inspired by Chinese art. Children were also included in the fun, with Basateen Preschool Centre creating a special children's corner with Chines-themed face painting, handmade crafts, and eyeglass frame decoration workshops. Lafeef Restaurant served a variety of popular Chinese dishes such as noodles, fried rice, and dumplings, along with refreshing beverages. Rich festival atmosphere To enrich the festival atmosphere, several vendors and restaurants joined the celebration, offering Chinese-inspired products, gifts and food . The festival also witnessed the participation of an official delegation from the Consulate General of China in Dubai, which contributed to strengthening cultural exchange between the two countries in line with Sharjah's vision as a cultural hub. The festival also received support from Dr. Shiyas Dentel Center the Bronz sponsor, and in partnership with the Chinese Culture Center in the UAE, whose contributions reflect the spirit of community collaboration and cultural exchange that Sharjah Ladies Club continually promotes. Established as a beacon of women empowerment in Sharjah, Sharjah Ladies Club stands as a distinct destination that supports the multifaceted lives of women. With a wide array of services spanning fitness, beauty treatments, hospitality, and leisure activities, the Club ensures a holistic experience. Dedicated to providing women with a serene, luxurious, and private environment, Sharjah Ladies Club continues to align with the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of Sharjah Ladies Club, to establish an iconic ladies- and children-only destination, championing the empowerment, growth, and well-being of women in the region.
CBS News
06-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Wells Fargo Center undergoing a name change, will become Xfinity Mobile Arena
A new shared arena is planned for the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, but until then, the stadium where the Philadelphia Flyers and Sixers call home will have a new name. Effective Sept. 1, the Wells Fargo Center will be renamed to Xfinity Mobile Arena, Comcast Spectacor and Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment announced Tuesday. The name change will be in effect through the 2030-31 season. Comcast Spectacor and HBSE are planning to have their new arena ready in 2031. "This arena is an anchor in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex and broader region," Dan Hilferty, chairman and CEO of Comcast Spectacor, said in a statement. "As we complete our historic relationship with Wells Fargo, we wanted to ensure that our new partner matched our enthusiasm for delivering world-class service to our fans and guests. We are committed to continuing investing in our venue to ensure we're at the forefront of technology, innovation and cutting-edge fan experiences." The Wells Fargo Center is the current home of the Flyers, Sixers and Philadelphia Wings. The name change will be the first since 2010, when the arena was renamed from the Wachovia Center to Wells Fargo. The arena, which opened in August 1996, has had a number of names over its history. It opened as Spectrum II before becoming CoreStates Center from 1996 to 98, then the First Union Center from 1998 to 2003. Wachovia sponsored it from 2003 to 2010 before Wells Fargo took over the naming rights.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
After Grand Forks City Council approvals, Altru Sports Complex proceeds to June groundbreaking
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways May 5—GRAND FORKS — The Grand Forks City Council formally accepted the first bid package for the Altru Sports Complex. Next, the facility progresses to a June groundbreaking. The council approved the measure during its meeting Monday night, after it had reviewed the bids, agreements and financing packages last week. Council member Rebecca Osowski cast the lone vote against it, citing her continued view that the project costs too much and is over budget. Even with economic uncertainties regarding national tariffs, the city generally has been happy with the competitive bidding so far. "Many, many bidders showed up," City Auditor Maureen Storstad told the council. "I believe the number was 89 bidders. (It was) very competitively bid and numbers came up very well." Similarly, the city received very competitive bids for the interim financing, which also was given final approval by the council. The city received multiple offers for a line of credit, which will act as a bridge between the Alerus Center construction bonds sunsetting and more permanent bonds for the Altru Sports Complex. For the interim financing, the city will draw on a line of credit with a 3.54% fixed interest rate from Wells Fargo. This method will likely save the city interest in the long run as it'll be able to access the funds as it progresses, instead of a lump sum up front. "I appreciate the opportunity coming to see you guys," Derick Duklis, a representative from Wells Fargo, told the council. "All the new developments you guys have going on are absolutely incredible." The indoor turf and aquatics complex has a budget of $110 million, but recent bids have come up much better than expected, allowing the city to pursue add-ons like an elevated walking track. The facility will be located off 42nd Street just south of the Alerus Center. The council also approved the special assessments it's giving itself for the site work. The city has to go through the formal process of establishing special assessments even though it's to itself, so it can take out bonds to pay for the improvements. An agreement with the Grand Forks Park District also moved forward. While the city will own the Altru Sports Complex, the parks district will operate it. The Park Board was expected to consider the agreement at its meeting Tuesday. Two items remain open, including reimbursements and costs for technological and computer expenses and some insurance provisions. In other news, the council: * Gave the first approval to an ordinance regulating camping on public property. Other cities, like Fargo and Bismarck, have similar provisions to address issues with homeless encampments. In her dissent, council member Tricia Berg said this ordinance won't solve the root issues for homelessness in Grand Forks and will unnecessarily fine people. * As the Jobs Development Authority, declared a loan with Steers Restaurant LLC in default and authorized staff to begin the collection process. The business, more commonly known as Chino Latino, is delinquent on its $30,000 start-up loan it received in 2022. Declaring a default is typically a last resort, Economic Development Manager Andy Conlon said, but other avenues have been exhausted. The business is still able to pursue a restructuring proposal even though considered in default.
