Drawing on the outreach work of the British Museum’s innovative Arab World Education Programme this exhibition, which runs until May 1, presents costumes, ceramics, swords and silverware as well as contemporary art, alongside art works produced by children reflecting Arab heritage and culture.
The British Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1 3DG. Tel: 0207 636 1555. Website: www.british-museum.ac.uk.
* National School Meals Week April 3-7
Organised by the Local Authority Caterers Association, the week’ message is “you are what you eat”. Caterers are encouraged to serve up healthy, fun foods, and there are two competitions: one for school kitchens, another for pupils. Call your local authority or Hazel Green on 0207 235 6617. Website: www.laca.co.uk.
Road Safety Week, May 1-7. Brake, the non-profit- making road safety organisation, is offering free “action packs” which include posters, leaflets, books and tips. To order yours, write to Brake, PO Box 272, Dorking, Surrey RH4 4FR.
Tel: 01484 559909.
