Hello OCTOBER

It's the first of October which means September is gone! To me this means there are more and more events coming up, and I'm totally ready for it!;) hope you guys are ready as well. 

Just stay updated with us and hopefully you'll get to know everything happening around O-town, and specifically Muscat-town :)

National Railway Project ~ written by Oman Observer

National railway project a boon for Oman

Being the Sultanate’s largest, multi-billion-rial infrastructural development project that will see 2,244-kilometres of railway-line spread along the length and breadth of the country and eventually link on to the proposed GCC states’ rail network, the Oman Rail Project has immense significance as it will allow for an important new mode of transportation system to serve the country. Its link-up with all of Oman’s major ports will facilitate and establish an inter-connectedtransportation hub that will simplify freight movement, cut transportation costs, provide commuters with an efficient mode of daily transportation and, to the relief of many, will ease traffic congestion being experienced in Muscat and other major cities here.

The use of costly land transportation by trucks and lorries will become minimised and together with passenger transportation,where daily commuters will have the option of travelling by rail instead of road, it will greatly ease the level of travel congestion being experienced on the country’s main highways and byways. This timely project will require an estimated 12,000-kilometres of rail with a rail production plant that is seen as viable option for the production of high quality rails. A further estimated 10.2-million concrete sleepers for the network can potentially see as many as five production plants being established at key locations along the alignment, with output from a medium-sized plant being about 300,000 sleepers per year.

In other countries that already have well established rail networks, they have seen major cities and townships mushroom alongside the railway. Another important contributory factor for Oman Rail is the many employment and entrepreneurialopportunities it offers; potentially having the capacity of creating thousands of jobs and many business spinoffs from and besides the main contractors and sub-contractors of the project. This is a very interesting expected outcome that will not only greatly assist in the Sultanate’s progressive development drive, but will also significantly contribute and further establish its modernisation goals. In the long-run, it will positively impact on the country’s economy with a considerable increase to Oman’s GDP and on society as a whole. The greater mobility of the individual within the country and the region that is afforded by the project, will bring about new socio-demographic considerations and opportunities as well.

How exactly the once fully completed project will affect individuals, the society of Oman and, concurrently, of the Arabian Gulf — once the intra-wide GCC rail network is up-and-running — is very much open to conjecture. It will, however, definitely prove to be a positive experience. In relation to this, in his recent speech at the Railway Project Forum, Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed al Futaisi, Minister of Transport and Communications, noted: “I have seen countries in the region mark major development in the diversity and integration of their transport systems including roads, sea and airports, but what was most prominently absent is railways. “This image is starting to change as it becomes the region with the fastest growing railway market sector in the world, in terms of the current indicators that show there are plans to create more than 40,000-km of railways in the foreseeable future and so much more in long-term development plans. These plans represent investments estimated at more than RO 100 billion.

“The project has commenced in earnest this year and it requires great effort and commitment in order to ensure the achievement of set targets. He defined these as: 1. The vision of the project; 2. Implementation of the infrastructure, where the goal is to attain first contract targets by the 4th quarter of 2014 and bring to operation the first railway line in 2018; 3. Strategic training for maintenance of trains; 4. Development of human resources to the highest professional levels; and 5. Economic and commercial concerns together with the involvement of the private sector and the community at large. The Observer spoke to the Oman Rail Project Manager, Abdulraman bin Salim al Hatmy about the project. He said, “It is a major undertaking which will transform the country’s economic landscape; we have high expectations. The project is a long-term one with various components and stages, each with its own timeframe and we’re planning for the long-run.”

While Mohammed bin Hashil al Riyami, Facilities Management Contract Holder, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), who is also the International Team Leader for the Oman Society of Engineers (OSE), said, “For PDO, which covers a huge area, it will benefit us in the long-run. For OSE I’m looking at how we can maximise the benefit of the rail network in Oman through its building upon the capacity and capability of the nation. “It will help in the commuting of employees, materials and will aid in reducing the prevalence of road accidents.”

Oman Rail components include
1380368092166385200■ A 2,244-km national railway network with segments from Sohar to UAE border in Al Ain; Al Sunainah to Sinaw; Sinaw to Duqm; Duqm to Salalah; Sohar to Muscat; Al Misfah to Sinaw; Sinaw to Ibra; Thamrait to Al Mazyouna and Sohar to Oman’s border at Khatmat Milahah.
■ 35-km of tunnels, 45-km of viaducts, 39-km of rail bridges and 48-km of wadi bridges, 245 flyovers and underpasses, 98 pedestrian crossings and 210 animal crossings, besides other required structures to be built en route
■ Ten intermediate stations, six large stations, eight marshalling yards, nine intermodal yards, five rolling stock service facilities, three heavy-duty maintenance workshops, six central maintenance workshops, one main operational control centre and six operational control centres
■ 40 freight locomotives, 30 shunting locomotives, 5 recovery locomotives, 30 diesel multiple units (DMU) for passengers, 15 diesel locomotives for passenger trains, 80 passenger coaches, and 500 various freight wagons.

Saturday 28th, September 2013 / 23:08 Written by Oman Observer.

Exhibition at OIEC

Another day, another announcement of a multi-billion dollar project for Oman’s transport, industrial and communication networks – or so it seems. Infra Oman at the International Exhibition Centre will be bringing together all the leading companies in the construction industry, ministry officials and senior executives to network and advance contacts on projects across sectors including tourism, transportation, power, water and renewable energy. 

Doors open on the last day of this month, Monday 30th September 2013 at 10 AM - 1 PM, then at 4.30 PM - 8.30 PM. 

World Heart Day, walkathon

So here is something new and very nice 

To celebrate World Heart day you can join Al Raffah Hospital for a Walkathon of one mile on Sunday 28th September 2013, from 4.30 PM - 6.00 PM at the Ministry of Justice, Al Khuwair. 

Furthermore, over the week from Sunday 28th to Friday 4th October 3013, Aster Al Raffah Hospital, Ghubra and Aster Al Raffah Polyclinic in Al Amerat will be holding free cardiac consultations, screenings and ECG monitoring. 

Call Ghubra on 98550066 or Al Amerat on 93894470 for more details

Dar Al Ataa book sale

To those who like to read, 

Have you just finished that doorstep of a novel and looking for a new paperback to dip into? Dar Al Atta’a Let’s Read campaign is holding a 'Used Book Sale' TOMORROW Saturday 28th September 2013 from 9.30 AM to 12.30 PM at the Al Qurum Complex. Lots of bargains promised

Laalettant Onakazha show

Malayalam star Mohanlal is the topline guest at the Laalettant Onakazha show at the Qurum Ampitheatre.

The show will feature live music from young star Sayoonara Archana, and young talent from Oman. The show is hosted by VJ Shanu Suresh

WHEN?

27th September 2013 

TIME?

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Splash Bash!!!

Danaz Creations, is back again ;)

Photoshop course

ورشة فوتوشوب من الصفر - مجانا 

Lucky those that like to learn photoshop and other similar programs, they are getting a lot of these events

Free class for photoshop, from zero. 

When: Saturday 28th September 2013 from 10.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Register at 94135378

The Art of Living

The Art of Living Oman Chapter is organizing a Fund Raising Event for an Omani Women’s Empowerment project taken up in collaboration with the Oman Chamber of Commerce.

We would like to request all you ladies to support the cause by attending this fun filled LADIES only non-alcoholic and non-smoking charity event. 

When: Saturday 21st September 2013

Venue: Copacabana Club, Grand Hyatt Muscat 

Time: 9 PM Onwards 

Girls under the age of 16 will not be admitted

Invitation Information:

Please call Krupa Khimji on 96119911 or email Krupa@mosaic.com for the Invitations to this event. 

You can also call Kamal Khimji on 99332600 or email kamal@mosaic.com, 

or Sangita Rachh on 96063261 or email sangeetarachh@gmail.com

Donation amount per invitation is 10 OMR

Naseeruddin Shah

Eminent Indian stage and screen actor Naseeruddin Shah will be playing the great Irish playwright -George Bernard Shaw in ‘Dear Liar’ - at the Oman Auditorium, Al Bustan Palace. 

Performance starts at 7 PM until 9.30 PM on Friday 20th September 2013, and the cost is for 30 OMR

Call 24793098 for booking details

GO GREEN ~ Green Day

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Join the Go Green 2 final and biggest event "the green day".

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U'll get the chance to discover Go Green; the project, the  team and the interns! Your kids will learn but will have the best of their time with face painting, drawing, coloring and lots of activities!

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Visit us at MGM on Sat 21st September 2013

from 3.30pm to 9.30pm

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P.s: competition winner will be announced

Lots of gifts and prizes

Sweets and cupcakes

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شاركونا في الحدث الكبير والأضخم  لمشروع نحو الاخضرار 2 " اليوم الأخضر".

معاً نحو بيئة عمانية أكثر إخضراراً

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انتهز فرصتك الاخيرة للتعرف على نحو الاخضرار، المشروع والفريق والمتدربين الاجانب. احضر أطفالك وأخوتك وعائلتك ليتعلموا ويقضوا أمتع الأوقات مع كثير من الفعاليات والأنشطة كالرسم على الوجوه وغيره. فعاليتنا تضم مفاجآت للكبار أيضا.

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ترقبوا الكثير من الجوائز مع توزيع اشهى أنواع الحلويات،

السبت 21 سبتمبر

مسقط جراند مول

٣:٣٠ ظهراً حتى ٩:٣٠ مساءاً

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Injaz Fair

Hope this is readable to you guys 

Crossing the Desert

Art Workshop

You don't like opera or concerts? You don't like fashions then you must like art workshops for sure!! Check it out: 

It's a 4-week workshop program and the fees are 80 OMR

•Saturday evening: 6 PM - 8 PM

•Monday morning: 10 AM - 12 PM

•Wednesday evening:  6 PM - 8 PM

•Thursday morning: 10 AM - 12 PM

To register email info@getkiko.com or call 95526438

Location: Azaiba, way 4991, villa 377A

Fashion Show at MGM

Ok so for the THIRD events happening this coming up Friday, 20th September 2013,  is a fashion show at Muscat Grand Mall (MGM). Don't worry if you have no plans for this weekend, you have atleast 3 different events happening. Join whichever one suits you best:)

The fashion show will take place from 10 AM - 8 PM, so drop by any time and check it out. Maybe then you can also update us!! 

Call 92380382 or 98687960 for more details 

REMINDER: Tom Jones in Muscat

REMINDER!!!!!! 

I have already posted this and I'm sure you all heard, but just to remind you guys TOM JONES will perform live at the capital, muscat on Friday as well 20th September 2013, at the Shangri La Resort! 

You still have a chance so buy your tickets. 

Prices are 25 OMR per ticket 

Irish Breakfast

Ok I'm just going to reveal all the events for this weekend!! Too excited to keep them to myself!

The new season has begun for the Oman Irish Society and a welcome back breakfast has been organised at the Marina Bandar Al Rowdha. 

Friday 20th September 2013 at 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM

For more information, please contact irishinoman@hotmail.com

A Verdi Celebration ~ Royal Opera House

Giuseppe Verdi is revered as one of the most prolific and acclaimed composers of the Romantic era. As part of worldwide celebrations of the bicentennial of his birth, Muscat audiences will be treated to an evening of his music performed by the orchestra and chorus of the Teatro di San Carlo and soloists from its opera company. 

When? Thursday 19th September 2013 

Time? 7.30 PM 

Prices? 5 OMR - 48 OMR

The Barber of Seville ~ Royal Opera House

For those of you who are Opera FANS - just like me- here is some performances happening at the Royal Opera House muscat. 

The most venerable of Europe’s opera houses brings a beloved comic opera to the stage with this ambitious mounting of Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville. 

Read more about it or just attend tomorrow Wednesday 18th September 2013. 

Prices start from 10 OMR up to 78 OMR. 

Follow us, enjoy & share!! Oman's Events

Hey all! Hope you're enjoying your September with the events happening. Keep it even awesomer by staying updated with the blog omanevents.blogspot.come, and our Instagram account @omans_events 😁

 

AND spread it to everyone don't forget it

Oman Office Show

If you are a business manager, architect, students or just individuals who is interested in the latest interior design, office services and technology, head to the Oman Office Show at the International Exhibition Centre- Hall 1. 

When? 

Monday 16th September 2013 – Wednesday 18th September 2013 all-day

For more info go to www.omanofficeshow.com

Spanish treasure

It's the opening autumn season at the Royal Opera House with so many performances prepare for you guys. Something is coming up tomorrow Saturday 14th September 2013 - Rossini’s much loved comic opera The Barber of Seville, in a traditional production by Naple’s Teatro di San Carlo. The acclaimed cast is headed by Juan Francisco Gatell, mezzo-soprano Géraldine Chauvet, Filippo Polinelli, and Simone Alberghini as the famed Figaro.

Book your seat by emailing  boxoffice@rohmuscat.org.om

Classes by MuscArt

Everyone!! This event is for today and tomorrow. 

MuscArt in Ghubra is offering classes on the Basics of Photography Practice and Photo Walk today Friday 13th September 2013 from 5 PM - 8 PM for (RO40). 

The Basics of Photography Editing in Adobe Photoshop is tomorrow Saturday 14th September 2013 from 10 AM - 2 PM for (RO40). 

Sessions are led by Efiad Ahmed al-Shukaili. Call 24493912 for details. 

Those photographers or whom have an interest in photography are lucky. So many events happening for them ;) take the opportunity and go for it. 

Women's Guild Oman

Women’s Guild Oman is taking place at Almouj Golf Next Monday 16th September 2013, from 6 PM - 8 PM. 

The American Women’s Group will have their registration day at the Grand Hyatt ballroom TODAY Friday 13th September 2013 all the way from 11 AM to 4 PM. 

Don't miss it out ladies ;) 

Real Estate Show

Ok now for the other exhibition...

Investors, estate agents and a range of Omani, Gulf and international property companies will be gathering at the Real Estate Show, at the Oman International Exhibition Centre - Hall 1. The show is organised by Al Mamlaka Exhibitions. 

Today, Friday 13th September 2013, is the last day to attend this. 

Visit www.mamlakaexpo.com for more information. 

Modern Family Exhibition

Ladies gonna like this one ;) 

But to all fans of exhibitions as well...

Vision Exhibitions and Conferences presents the Modern Family Exhibition at the Oman International Exhibition Centre- Hall 2. It lasts until Saturday 15th September 2013, so go ahead and see what they are presenting. 

For more information about this shopping extravaganza call 2448 5548

GO GREEN WALK

Everyone should support the Go Green team for all their hard work and effort. Support the team members TOMORROW Wednesday 11th September 2013 by attending their walk, at Qurm National Park. Be there at 5.30 PM and get ready for the walk that will start at 5.45 PM exactly. 

Don't miss the chance and support these students and young people with all their work that they prepared for us, the Omani society, and for our environment. 

شاركونا في الحدث المثير المقبل "مسيرة نحو الاخضرار". انضموا في هذا الحدث الكبير وتعرفوا على فريق نحو الاخضرار 2 ، والمتدربين الذين أتوا من مختلف أنحاء العالم ليساهموا في جعل بيئتنا أجمل. حضوركم هي خطوة بسيطة للمساهمة في نشر الوعي حول البيئة. لا تفوتوا الحشد، والفرح، والغذاء، والمرح والعديد من المفاجئات. نعدكم جميعا بقضاء وقت لا ينسى. الأربعاء-11 سبتمبر بحديقة القرم الطبيعية، التجمع في الخامسة عصرا.

Road safety awareness

MuscArt registrations

LAST CHANCE to register for:

Basics of Photography - Theory

10th-12th September 2013

5:30 - 7:30 PM

(60 OMR)

Basics of Photography - Practice / Photo Walk

13th September 2013

5:00 - 8:00 PM

(40 OMR)

Basics of Photography - Editing / Adobe Photoshop

14th September 2013

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

(40 OMR)

or BUY ALL THREE as the INTENSIVE BASICS PACKAGE AND PAY ONLY 125 OMR!*

*equivalent to over 10% discount on 140 OMR standard price if purchased individually.

more details and registration via http://www.muscart.net/#!intensive-basics-workshop/czb1

Tom Jones live in muscat

Have you guys been listening??!!! Tom Jones is back to O-town and he is going to perform live on Friday 20th September 2013. Where?? At the Shangri La's Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa. 

You guys can't miss the chance and neither can I! But your tickets starting from 25 R.O and ATTEND!! 

Scoliosis Awareness Seminar

When: TOMORROW Saturday 7th September 2013 

Reminder!! Fusionart Painting Retreat No.04

Go Green Competition!

English speakers read the poster it has all the details! Just don't forget the deadline for the competition, 18th September 2013

يقدم لكم فريق نحو الاخضرار الفرصة للمشاركة في مسابقة تصميم أفضل ملصق اعلاني بعنوان

"كيفية التوجه للبيئة الخضراء"

 بما يتناسب مع موهبتك سواء أكان رسما، تصويرا أو تصميما.

 ستعطى الجائزة للاعلان الذي يوصل أفضل فكرة وسيتم الاعلان عنها في الواحد والعشرين من سبتمبر ٢٠١٣

انتهز الفرصة بالمشاركة معنا وعرض تصميمك البيئي عالميا

الموعد النهائي للتسليم

الثامن عشر من سبتمبر ٢٠١٣

للمزيد من المعلومات وارسال التصاميم يرجى ارسالها على

gogreencompetition@gmail.com

Delicious dates

Want something healthy? Or perhaps you want a new taste in the dates you eat? 

Well try these!! Tamer (dates) mixed with nuts covered with digestive biscuits and other nuts. 

Email to omansevents@gmail.com or write on here if you want to order! 

Sand Crossing is back!

Donating blood ~ tomorrow

What? Blood donation 

Where? Hatat Polyclinic, Wadi Adai

When? TOMORROW Friday 6th September 2013 

Time? 9 AM - 12.30 PM 

Other details: www.facebook.com/events/213006245516090/

Call Sangita at: 96063261 

Annual Muscat Family Festival 2013

Get ready for tomorrow, Friday 6th September 2013!!!!!! Annual Muscat Family Festival 2013, the first ever lifestyle family fest in Oman

This FREE entry event promises to be jam packed with special treats, a grand raffle draw with some fabulous prizes, displays for both kids and parents and non-stop entertainment as the event takes over The Jungle - Bahja Hall, easily accessible in the heart of Muscat. 

The kids can enjoy games and fun and Mascots and face painting whilst moms can relax and sample henna painting or browse various displays. The Laser Show will be fun for the whole family and don’t miss the hourly lucky draws. 

Freezing Omanis Press Conference

Speaking about Wednesday, this coming up Wednesday 4th September 2013, a press conference by the Freezing Omani team will be held at a freezer with a temperature of -5 deg. Yes, an actual freezer. 

Tell me this is not new or cool...!!!

So the press conference will be announcing the new Freezing Omani team, and you don't want to miss this out. Please be aware there is a dress code, and it's wearing a JACKET! 

I'll definitely be there and so you guys shouldn't miss it! ;) 

Anything you want to know please check their Facebook page facebook.com/freezingomanis

Or their Instagram at @freezingomanis

Muscat Rugby Football Club

Muscat Rugby Football Club (MRFC) has restarted its pre-season training sessions on the American British School pitch every Monday at 6.30 PM and every Wednesday at 7.45 PM. For more details contact Ross O’Loughlin at rolocky@hotmail.com