Dubai, December 7, 2004: Emaar will host an exclusive handicraft bazaar at the Street of Dreams on Thursday 9th December from 3:00 to 7:00pm. Open to all Emaar Properties homeowners, the Bazaar forms part of a sustained programme of family and community-oriented events within Emaar developments aimed to create a stronger community atmosphere.
Ahmad Al Falasi, Senior Manager, Property Management Emaar Properties said: "Coming as it does a fortnight before Christmas, the Bazaar is an ideal occasion to celebrate the spirit of community, which epitomises our "Celebrating Lifestyles" programme. Emaar is home to diverse nationalities and cultures and events like these serve to strengthen bonds.
"Judging by the response to our previous programmes, we are confident our homeowners would love to be part of this fun- filled initiative, which will a precursor to other exciting cultural activities in the future."
Devised as a fun fair, the Bazaar will feature a host of exciting activities and games for all age groups. The Street of Dreams will be decorated to reflect the festive ambience through psychedelic lights, coloured ribbons and a huge Christmas tree. Key attraction will be an array of exquisite arts and crafts offered for sale by skilled artisans.
Adding to the Christmas cheer will be carol singers, costume artists and Santa Claus. Jugglers along with a face artist, stilt-walker and mono cyclist will keep the children enthralled. There will also be an array of festive food.
In keeping with the spirit of giving, a charity box will be placed at the entrance whereby visitors can drop off their contributions. Proceeds from the collection will be donated to a local children's charity. There will also be a raffle draw with surprise prizes.
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About Emaar Properties PJSC
Emaar Properties is a Public Joint Stock Company listed on the Dubai Financial Market. With an asset base of US$7.7 billion including the land bank, the Company's vision is 'Shaping the Future. Today' and focuses on innovation, meticulous planning and the pursuit of excellence. The Company has witnessed tremendous growth since its inception in 1997 and boasts a rapidly growing tenant base. Currently, it has several major real estate projects under various stages of development including Dubai Marina, Arabian Ranches, Emirates Hills, The Views, The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes, Hattan Homes, The Greens, Emaar Towers and The Residences at Burj Dubai. The company also owns and manages the Gold and Diamond Park. Emaar has started construction on its most ambitious project to date, the Burj Dubai Development, which comprises The Burj Dubai, The Dubai Mall, The Boulevard, The Old Town, man-made lakes, landscaped parks, etc. Emaar was recently selected for inclusion in the newly created Dow Jones Dubai International Financial Centre Arabia Titans Index. Emaar currently represents 5.7% of this index, which comprises 50 blue-chip companies throughout the region.
While Emaar continues to actively pursue expansion in its core business of innovative, high quality real estate development, it has diversified into related business lines to further build value for its 41,000 shareholders. In line with this corporate belief, Emaar also owns and manages three subsidiaries - Dubai Bank, focused on retail and commercial banking, EMRILL, a joint venture with the UK-based Carillion which provides innovative property and facilities management services, and its technology and communications company, Sahm Technologies. Emaar is also the majority single shareholder in Amlak Finance, UAE's first mortgage finance company.
For further information, please contact:
Iram Zaidi/ Lina Anani
ASDA'A Public Relations Emaar Properties
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