Ranches Ladies Newsletter
Happy Sunday morning Ranches Ladies!
Hope you have a great week.
Expo 2020 Dubai
These breathtaking, giant frescoes showing interlaced hands have enthralled audiences worldwide. Created in biodegradable paint, they carry an encompassing message of unity for mankind. Captured by drone over Al Forsan Park, you’ll soon feel a part of the largest human chain in the world. (Picture credit: https://www.expo2020dubai.com/en/calendar/events/14-jul-2021/beyond-walls)
There is so much to do and see at Expo 2020 Dubai – on until 31st March 2022.
Season tickets allow unlimited returns, offering the best value.
Entry is free for kids and youth up to 17 years, students, senior citizens 60 years+, and people of determination, but advanced booking is still required for free tickets.
Don’t miss it.
https://www.expo2020dubai.com/en/tickets-and-merchandise/tickets
If you would like to share photos or stories for our new Expo 2020 Dubai page, please send them to ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Tuesday Mornings
We are currently meeting on Tuesday mornings at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City (across the roundabout from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches 1) from 10.30am- 12pm for coffee and chat, as well as new memberships and renewals.
We are working on restarting our social and cultural programme as soon as possible. Stay tuned for details.
On Tuesday 2nd November, we will be having Circles Coffee Morning – come along from 10am to meet circle leaders and find out about activities.
Our website is http://www.arabianranchesladies.com and you can find us on FB and Instagram as Ranches Ladies
If you have any items for the newsletter please send to ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Membership Renewals
Thank you to all who have already renewed their membership for the year September 2021- August 2022. If you have not yet renewed, please do this as soon as possible.
You can get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
You can renew or join at LARTE, Studio One Hotel, on Tuesday mornings from 10.30-11.30am. Please bring the renewal form and a copy of your Emirates ID.
If you would like to find out more, or to join the Ranches Ladies Whatsapp group if you are a member, please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
RL Circles News
Activities this month
Click here for Circles Calendar
New – Jewellery Clinic Circle
Ranches Ladies president and jewellery designer, Hayet Zerelli is planning to start a jewellery clinic circle once a month.
Bring along your old jewellery – beads, silver, gold etc. – that you no longer wear and Hayet will advise or help you change it into something you will wear again.
Last Wednesday of the month, starting on 27th October, 11am-1pm
Please contact Hayet for more details: WhatsApp +971506277713 or email hayetzerelli@gmail.com
Beginners Arabic Circle
Would you like to learn Arabic?
The Beginners Arabic Circle, led by Rana Nazer, will be meeting on Thursday mornings around 8.30am. Location to be confirmed.
If interested please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mahjongg Monday Circle
The Mahjongg Monday Circle are meeting to play on Mondays from 10am to 1pm, upstairs in Shakespeare and Co, Arabian Ranches 1.
Please contact Sharon for more information. Email: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
A second group, led by Supriya, meet to play Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11am-1pm, email circles.rances.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Poetry Circle
The poetry circle are meeting once a month on Monday afternoons, to share and discuss poems on a theme. The next meeting is on Monday 29th November, 2pm, and the theme is travel.
If you are interested in joining the poetry circle, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Yoga Circle
Mariana has restarted yoga on Mondays and Thursdays 8.30am. Please contact for more details. The format will be 60 minutes of yoga and 30 minutes for tea and snacks.
Contact circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Quilters Circle
by Shahnaz
Ranches Ladies Quilters are a group within Ranches Ladies who love creating with quilting, sewing and embroidery.
Monthly meetings are on the third Sunday of the month, currently online until further notice. There will be various activities, including inviting local and international quilting experts, to share their work and teach different techniques.
(There is an additional membership fee to cover meetings and materials for Ranches Ladies Quilters. You are welcome to attend a meeting before deciding if you would like to join.)
For more information, contact Vidhya at thequilterscircle@gmail.com
French Circle
For those who know some basic French but would like to improve and learn more, join the French Circle on Sundays from 10am. The venue varies.
To find out more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Art Circle
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursday mornings to learn new techniques and create beautiful paintings. The venue may vary.
If you would like to join them please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Literary Lunch Circle
The Literary Lunch Circle meet on the third Monday of the month for lunch to discuss a book they have read.
The book for November will be Nala’s World by Dean Nicholson, a heartwarming true story of a life-changing friendship between a man and his rescue cat, Nala, as they adventure together on a bike journey around the world.It will be discussed on 15th November.
All are welcome.
To find out more, please email Karen: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Book Circle
The Book Circle meets on the third Sunday of each month at 10am to discuss a book which everyone has read prior to the meeting.
The book for November is ‘Away With The Penguins’ by Hazel Prior, a warm-hearted, funny, life-affirming tale about ageing, human kindness, old-fashioned values and protecting our planet. It will be discussed on 21st November.
The planned book for December is ‘The Beauty of Living Twice’ by Sharon Stone.
All are welcome.
Contact Jackie on circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more details
Walking Fitness Circle
The walking circle have restarted now that the weather is improving. We meet at 7.30am outside Arabian Ranches 1 retail centre main entrance. We walk for approximately one hour at a moderate, but not too slow pace, stopping back at the retail centre for coffee afterwards.
No special equipment required – just normal trainers, maybe a cap or hat and a small bottle of water.
Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Gardening Circle
The gardening circle are also planning to get outside in the garden from this month onwards. What better way to beat the COVID blues than seeing new life springing up!
Our program usually includes visits to nurseries, interesting gardens and parks and occasionally talks by circle members on various aspects of gardening.
We also share gardening information and sometimes photos of our successes! Whether you have green fingers or not, everyone is welcome.
Email Jackie at circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Cinema Circle
The cinema circle are meeting to watch a movie on Monday mornings (time depends on the film). We usually meet at Vox cinema, Mall of the Emirates (provided there’s something good to see!) and follow the film with coffee and cake/lunch.
To find out more:
email: ranchesladiescinema@gmail.com
or circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Uni mums Circle
Uni mums – a social group for those with kids at university – are meeting once a month. If you would like to join them, email Marina at circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Shanghai Circle
The Shanghai Circle are meeting from 2-4pm on Wednesdays, led by Supriya. If you would like to join them, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Circles coming soon!
International Lunch Circle
Carole is planning to restart the International Lunch Circle once a month. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join.
Lunching Out Circle
Would you like to meet other Ranches Ladies for lunch once a month? We need a volunteer to organise the Lunching Out Circle, so that this can re-start.
If interested please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Scottish Dance Circle
Carole is hoping to restart the Scottish Dance Circle on Wednesday mornings, but need to find a new venue.
If you are interested or can suggest a venue, please email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
If you have a different hobby or interest and would like to start a new circle, please let us know.
Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information on any circles.
Discounts
Your RL membership card is your passport to great discounts from our dozens of discount partners.
Take a look at the discounts section on the website for up to date information.
Discounts for Hair and Beauty Salons are highlighted below:
Hair & Beauty Salons
Casa Havana Beauty Salon
15% Discount on all 1st time customers
10% discount on all visits (excluding threading and hair extensions)
Villa 892, Al Wasl Rd Umm Suqeim 1
Tel: 04 321 5757/056 157 7878
http://www.casahavanasalon.com
Chill Salon – Hair Salon
20% off on first visit to Media City Salon only
10% off on all other visits to both branches
Dubai Media City – Loft office 1, Entrance B, 407
Tel: 04 44 62991
Dubai Marina – Intercontinental Hotel 2nd Floor
Tel: 052 428 3225
http://www.chillsalondubai.com
Derma Beauty Lounge
10% Discount off Services at the salon Not valid on productsValid RL membership card must be shown to avail discountTel 043681453Arabian Ranches 1 Community Centre
Furless – Permanent Hair Removal
DNIC Building 1st Floor, #116 Ladies
Contact: Mariela
New clients buy 2 hours get 1 free
https://www.furlesspermanent.com/
L’Atelier – Hair & Beauty
10% on bills over 200 Dhs
Motor City, Kojak Building
Tel: 04 420 1946/04 420 3096
http://www.latelierhairdressing.com
Marquee – Hair Salon
Offering 15% discount on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays
Arabian Ranches Golf Club
Tel: 04 420 7700
http://www.marquee.ae
Only You – Hair & Beauty
20% discount on all services every day
Apex, Atrium 204, Motor City
Tel: 04 422 4180
http://www.onlyyousalon.com
Refinery Beauty Lounge
15% discount at our branch in Silicon Oasis
10% discount at our branch in Waitrose Al Thanya10% discount at our branch in Centro – The Villa
http://www.refinerybeautylounge.com
SHAMMA Clinic Jumeira
20% off botox and fillers (including all medical services: general medicine, all dermatology and anti-ageing, paediatrics and adolescent medicine, plastic surgery, gynaecology and obstetrics, veins care and home health)
50% off laser hair removal and all facials (including all cosmetic procedures: body sculpting, body tightening, all nutrition and weight management and IBS support)
10c Villa 41 Jumeira, Behind Jumeira Beach Plaza Mall
tel: 971 04 349 8800
http://www.shammaclinic.com
Sugar Beauty Lounge
Sports City, Mall of the Emirates and Jumeira Lake Towers
Sunday to Tuesday: 20% reduction on all nail, body, skin care and hair treatments.
40% on hair treatments, Keratin, Botox, Collagen and Protein
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 20% on minimum spend of AED 250
This Discount is not available 5 days before and during public holidays
Valid Ranches Ladies card must be shown
tel: Sports City 044520989 or MoE 043549001
http://www.sugarbeautylounge.com
Ted Morgan – Hair Salon
10% off Sun and Monday at Motor City.
15% off Town Centre Jumeirah Sunday and Monday
Motor City, Daytona House, Unit 03
Tel: 04 457 2309
http://www.tedmorganhair.com
The Works Salon and Spa
The Works will give a 20% discount every Wednesday between 7am-7pm exclusively to Ranches Ladies.
Ground Floor, GBS Building, Al Falak Street, Dubai Media City tel 044436315 or email info@theworks.ae.
Quote ARL20 at the time of booking. Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotions
Tips & Toes
Nail & Beauty Salon
15% off in all branches Sun, Mon and Tues, excluding nail extensions, eyelash and hair extensions and all promotions
AR 1 Community Centre, Al Barsha (Umm Suqueim Rd), Jumeira 1 (Spinnies-JB Rd),
The Golden Mile (Palm Jumeira)
Tel: 04 368 9944
http://www.tipsandtoes.com
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