Ranches Ladies Newsletter
Good Morning Ranches Ladies. It’s February already! Hope you have a great week.
New Beginnings
A poem by Rajul Chander
Poetry Circle member and Art Circle leader, Rajul, wrote this beautiful poem on the theme of New Beginnings, for the last Poetry Circle meeting.
Preface:
As there is light
After a dark night
As there is calm
After a storm
So also, for every ending there is a new beginning
Poetry:
Sometimes, life comes to an end when you lose someone dear
But then comes another time which brings you hope and cheer
I know of a friend who lost her soulmate in prime
But found a reason to live, as for her to sulk was a crime
She gathered her courage to smile and live
As to her children a fulfilling life she wanted to give
She said, if her children saw her looking lifeless and sad
It would remind them even more of their missing dad
She ventured out to find a purpose with that belief
She worked hard and in her creative pursuits she found relief
She let herself lose and went with the flow
And very soon one could see peace on her face and a glow
To glorify her love she wrote a book
Which touched many lives and reached every nook
She lived a life of dignity and peace
A new beginning she found to live thereafter in ease
Special Event – 14th February
This Valentine’s Day, 10.30 am – 1 pm, Ranches Ladies will explore the pizza and pasta making with visiting Italian chefs Giuseppe and Geualdo at Larte, Studio One.
The event will include an introduction to the Slow Food Movement, a pasta and pizza-making workshop followed by a Q&A with the Chefs.
Advanced booking required. Please contact Josephine or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Tuesdays at Larte
Join us for tea or coffee and a chat on Tuesday mornings at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City, 10.30am to 12 midday. You can also join or renew your RL membership and find out about activities on offer.
Don’t miss the Pizza and Pasta making special event on 14th February.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
Thank you to Rajul for her beautiful and poignant poem. What can you share? We need short (200-300 word) articles for this newsletter, with photos if possible. It would be great to have an article for each week’s newsletter.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
RL Circles News
The number of Circles activities have increased so it is not possible to fit each one on the newsletter every week. See the Circles Calendar on the website for more activities.
Hiking Circle
The Hiking Circle have been enjoying the beautiful weather and scenery in the UAE. Here are some photos from a recent beginner’s hike.
Hikes are usually on Wednesday mornings but days and times vary. If you would like to join, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Lunching Out Circle
One of our new members, Karen, would like to restart the monthly Lunching Out Circle, which was very popular prior to COVID.
If there’s enough interest, it will be the first Monday of the month, starting in March. Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you are interested in joining.
Storytelling Circle
The date for the next Storytelling Circle is Monday 13th February, on the theme of jewellery.
If you would like to join please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Art Circle
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, have been busy learning new techniques and creating beautiful paintings. New members are welcome.
Join them on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Literary Lunch Circle
This month, the Literary Lunch Circle are reading Demon Copperhead, by Barbara Kingsolver – a reimagining of Charles Dickens’ David Copperfield, set in a modern-day rural American community contending with poverty and opioid addiction.
They hope to meet to discuss this book on the 20th of February.
If you would like to join, email circles.ranches.ladies@ gmail.com
Book Circle
The Book Circle, led by Jackie, are reading A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry – a stunning and heartbreaking tale of four very different people whose lives intersect during the state imposed emergency of 1975.
If you would like to join, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Poetry Circle
The next Poetry Circle meeting is planned for Monday 27th February, 2.30pm, on the theme of Magic and the Supernatural.
For more information, email circles.rances.ladies@gmail.com
Walking Fitness Circle
The Walking Circle meet on Mondays at 7.15am outside the main entrance of the Community Retail centre in Arabian Ranches to walk for around one hour. Tea/coffee in Costa afterwards at 8.15am.
New ladies are always welcome to join, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Beach Walking Circle
The Beach Walking Circle, led by Monika, at Kite beach (Blue Villas parking) on Tuesdays at 6.30am, walk for around 7-8 km and stop for coffee afterwards.
If you would like to join them please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Pilates Circle
Gillian from Optimal Fitness is teaching the Pilates circle on Thursday afternoons at 2pm, at Optimal Fitness in Studio City.
As there are now a lot of ladies coming, Gillian has offered to start a second class on Mondays at 10.30am, if there is enough interest.
Please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to join or for more information.
Yoga Circle
Mariana is teaching yoga outdoors, 5pm on Tuesdays and 8.15am on Fridays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
International Festival Lunch Circle
Carole organises the International Lunch Circle who meet around once a month to share the food and culture of members’ home countries. This year they are focusing around International Festivals.
Volunteers required to host or help with future lunches. Please contact Carole on circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Discounts
Your RL membership is your passport to great discounts from our dozens of discount partners. Please make sure you present your valid membership card to avail a discount.
Check the discounts section on the website for a full list.
Discounts for Spas, Health and Dental are highlighted below:
KUUR Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy
20% discount on all physiotherapy, sports massage and lymphatic drainage
Sidra Tower, Shaikh Zayed Road
Tel: 044253318
http://www.kuur-rehab.com
Talise Spa
20% off services over 60 minutes with advanced booking.
Must show valid membership card.
Madinat Jumeirah
Jumeirah – DubaiBookings & enquiries email or call :
mjtalise@jumeirah.com 04 366 6818
306 Spa
306 Spa are offering 20% off on all services to Arabian Ranches Ladies with a valid membership card.
Use discount code “RANCHES20”
T&Cs
Discount not valid on hair extensions and chemical treatments
Prior reservation is required
Subject to stylists availability
Not valid in conjunction with any other offers and product purchase.
ConfiDent
Dental Services
20% off Scale & Polish
110 Century Plaza, Jumeirah 1
Tel: 04 343 3315
http://www.dubaiconfident.com
Park Avenue Dental
Dental Services
5% discount for all members with a valid membership card
Daytona House, Motor City
Tel: 04 553 0931
Drs Nicolas & Asp Clinics
Dental Services
10% discount for all members with a valid membership card
http://www.nicolasandasp.com
Tel: 04 394 7777
For any enquiries or suggestions please contact our Discounts Co-ordinator: discounts.rl@gmail.com
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