18th September 2023

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Sad News

Ranches Ladies were sad to hear this week that Inna Devani, who was a RL member for many years, has passed away. She will be greatly missed by her many friends and we send our sincere condolences to Inna’s family.

Tuesday Mornings

There was a great turn-out again for last week’s the coffee morning.

Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City from 10.30am – 12pm. Join us this Tuesday.

Membership Renewals

Thank you to those who have renewed their membership for the year 2023-24. Membership is required for RL activities and WhatsApp group. If you have not yet renewed, please do this soon. New members also welcome to join.

Please come along to Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel in Studio City, on any Tuesday morning from 10.30am to renew your membership.

Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals

Please bring completed membership form, your Emirates ID (or passport if non-resident) and fee of 120 AED (please try to bring exact change).

If you are unable to get to Larte on Tuesday morning to do your renewal, you can ask a friend to bring your form, copy of your ID and membership fee.

Our website is http://www.arabianranchesladies.com and you can find us on FB and Instagram as Ranches Ladies

To join the Ranches Ladies Whatsapp group if you are a member, please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com

RL Circles News

Here are some of the current Circles activities.

This is not a full list. See the Circles Calendar for September on the website for more activities.

The following Circles plan to restart in October: Mosaics, Italian, Mahjongg, Hiking, Canasta, Literary Lunch, Uni Mums and Yoga

Art Circle

The Art Circle, led by Rahul, resumed last week after the summer break. It was lovely to see the ladies paint with great enthusiasm. New members welcome.

The Art Circle meet on Thursdays 10am to 12 noon. Email circles.ranches.ladies for more information.

Italian Circle

Join the Italian Circle, restarting in October, and learn how to speak in Italian while having fun!

Don’t expect a traditional classroom lesson, you will be the star on stage! Every week after warm-up exercises, Paola and Nicoletta will help you improv real life situations through guided and non guided role plays. Amaze your friends with your Italian whether you’re going on a holiday or just to an Italian venue in Dubai! Fun is guaranteed! All levels are welcome.

Paola is a certified Italian teacher with 10 years of experience in Dubai.
Nicoletta is an actress with many years of experience in improv theatre and collaborates with Italian performers in Dubai.

The Italian Circle is held in Melodica Motor City, Waitrose Center on Wednesdays 11am to 12pm, from 4th October. 🇮🇹Free trial 🇮🇹on Wednesday October 4th.

Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.

Spanish Circle

Do you want to learn Spanish or improve on your Spanish language skills?

The Spanish Circle, led by Maria, will re-start if there is enough interest.

Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.

Walking Circle

During the hotter months, the Walking Circle have moved indoors. New ladies are always welcome to join.

Meet 9am sharp on Mondays at Dubai Hills Mall outside Marks and Spencer’s. Closest parking is via Entrance E, Sharaf DG Parking P1. We walk for one hour and have coffee afterwards at Marks & Spencer’s coffee shop.

Please whatsapp Josephine McBurney, or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com

Aquafit Circle

AQUAFIT CLASS in Savannah, Arabian Ranches 1. 💦 ALL AGES & ALL LEVELS OF FITNESS WELCOMED ! 😎 Fridays 8.30am

A second class may be started if there are more people interested.

Please contact Dayle on +971585761801

Jewellery Clinic Circle

The next Jewellery Clinic Open House is scheduled for Wednesday 27th September 10am to 2pm.

Line Dancing Circle

The Line Dancing Circle, led by Carole, meet on Wednesday mornings from 10am, starting 20th September, at Melodica Dance Studio, near Waitrose in Motor City.

If you are interested please contact Carole or send an email to circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com

Yoga Circle

Mariana will be restarting the Yoga Circle in October.

Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.

French Circle

The French Circle, led by Bea Sion, plan to restart on Monday mornings, 10am to 12pm, from 25th September. If you know some basic French but would like to improve and learn more, join the French Circle. New members welcome.

To find out more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com

Pilates Circle

The Pilates Circle meet on Thursday afternoons 2-3pm, at Optimal Fitness in Studio City. Gillian from Optimal Fitness is teaching the class. New ladies welcome.

Please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.

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 information on any circles.

Share your story

REQUEST FOR NEWSLETTER ARTICLES

Short (200 to 300 words) articles, with photos if possible, from RL members are needed.

What can you share?

Here are some suggested topics, but feel free to choose anything else you think would be of interest:

Your travel experiences, favourite place in Dubai or wider UAE
Your Circle activities
How you and your family celebrate cultural or religious festivals
Your experience of relocating to or from Dubai

Please email articles to ranches.ladies@gmail.com

Discounts

Your RL membership card is your passport to great discounts from our dozens of discount partners.

Check the discounts section on the website.

Discounts for Nail Salons are highlighted below:

Chi Nail Spa – Nail & Beauty Salon
20% (Excluding Thursday & Friday)
Motor City, Detroit House
Tel: 04 457 2485
http://www.chinailspa.com

Cocoon Nail Spa – Nail & Beauty Salon
20% discount on all services Sun – Tue
excl. public holidays, on min spend of AED 150
Motor City, Daytona House
Tel: 04 447 2795
http://www.cocoonnailspa.com

The Nail Spa – Nail & Beauty Salon
15% discount – Monday to Thursday only
Arabian Ranches Golf Club
Tel: 600 544 001
http://www.thenailspa.com

For any enquiries or suggestions please contact our Discounts Co-ordinator: discounts.rl@gmail.com