The inaugural arts and crafts entrepreneurial souk at the Al Ain Women's College was a huge success.
The Business Department at the HCT Al Ain Women’s College hosted its first annual Arts & Crafts Entrepreneurial Souk on November 22.
The event was managed and marketed by AAWC Business staff and students. Over 50 artisans from all across the UAE participated in the day-long event including, AAWC Interior Design students, the ARTE group from Dubai, and many local Al Ain vendors.
The creative works reflecting life in the United Arab Emirates were handmade arts and crafts such as jewelry, paintings, sculptures, photographs, recycled art, perfumes, silk scarves, dolls, greeting cards, bookmarks, handbags, soaps, cupcakes, and many more unique items.
Ms. France LaBonte, author of Arabian Date Palm and Sheikh Zayed books, read from her latest book while featured musicians from The House of Arts provided beautiful music to enthusiastic shoppers.
Several hundred people from all nationalities were in attendance, with all proceeds of this event being donated to a local charity.
Tim Smith, Director for Al Ain Colleges said: “The event was an outstanding success for our community.”
“Our students do not just learn in the classroom. They take that classroom knowledge and apply that knowledge to create real business ventures such as today’s Souk,” he said.
The event showcased why the Al Ain Women’s College is the vanguard of entrepreneurial education in Al Ain.
