This Month at Kutubna

June at Kutubna

Join us this June for a month of stories, creativity, and thoughtful discussion. From children's activities inspired by local stories and heritage to lectures exploring philosophy and ethics, we invite you to spend the month learning, creating, and connecting with us.

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Stories & Crafts with Ruqaiya
Saturdays in June and July 2026
Age Group: 3+

Join Ruqaiya for a fun-filled session of stories and crafts designed for young children. Through engaging storytelling and creative hands-on activities, children will explore their imagination, develop their creativity, and enjoy a love of books in a welcoming and interactive environment.

Little Explorers: Stories & Activities
Wednesday, June 17 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | 50 AED
Age Group: 6 months – 6 years

Join us for a day of stories and creative activities designed for babies, toddlers, and young children. Younger participants will enjoy age-appropriate activities and interactive play, while older children will listen to the story of Hamad and his quest to make the perfect Dubai pretzel before creating and painting their own pretzels. Children will also explore the Gulf’s pearl diving heritage through storytelling and a special pearl bracelet-making activity. A fun and engaging day that encourages creativity, imagination, and learning through play.

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What Is Right? What Is Wrong? And How Do We Know? — Lecture with Dr. Shatha
Sunday, June 21 | 4:00 pm | 50 AED
Age Group: Adults

A brief introduction to Kant’s ethics, where we look at how one of the Western world’s most influential thinkers defined morality, duty, and universal law.

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Muslim Philosophers: Ibn Rushd
Lecture led by Dr. Shatha Al Mutawa Sunday, June 28 | 4:00 pm | 50 AED

Explore the life, philosophy, and intellectual legacy of Ibn Rushd (Averroes), one of the most influential thinkers in Islamic philosophy.

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Collage Art Exhibition 
Till August 16 | Free entry

Kutubna Cultural Center’s Collage Art Exhibition presents more than 70 artworks by artists from around the world, bringing together works created in both physical and digital mediums. The collection explores themes such as memory, identity, migration, belonging, resilience, spirituality, culture, environment, and the relationship between tradition and modernity. 

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We look forward to welcoming you at Kutubna.