Ranches Ladies Newsletter
Good Morning Ranches Ladies. Hope you have a great week.
Sharing our Skills
by Vidhya Michael
It was a great opportunity for the Quilters Circle to participate in the “Every Mind Matters” campaign at the Mohammed Bin Rashid University in October. Al Jalila Foundation extended the invitation to us as part of the World Mental Health Day celebration along the theme, ‘Mental Health is a Universal Human Right’. The Foundation had organised the ‘Be the Change Awareness Initiative’ to introduce medical students to the meditative quality of creative pursuits.
Gowri, Cynthia, Engy, Tasneem, and I relished mingling with the students and watched them enjoy learning a new skill. It was nice to see male and female students coming up to our table and grasping this skill quite easily. We had made basic flower motifs to start with. However, we had requests for palm trees, batman, and customised names by the end of the session. We had prepared 60 embroidery kits for them to take home, to pursue this newfound stress buster. The ladies were rewarded with thankful students and certificates for volunteering their time and effort. This event made us realise that there is nothing more fruitful than sharing our skills with the next generation or anyone who needs it.
Aid for Gaza
Ranches Ladies have been shocked and deeply saddened to see the loss of life and human suffering in Israel and Palestine, especially in Gaza, where aid is desperately needed.
The Emirates Red Crescent has partnered with the World Food Programme, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Community Development, to launch ‘Tarahum for Gaza’ (Compassion for Gaza), a country-wide fundraising campaign to provide relief aid to the Palestinian people impacted by the war in the Gaza Strip.
You can donate online: https://www.emiratesrc.ae/Gaza/Default_en.aspx
Also, there are many places where you can drop off packages containing canned food, blankets, clothes and other essential items. These include Mall of the Emirates, all City Centre Malls, Emirates Red Crescent donation centres, and Warehouse A1 in Alserkal Avenue.
For more information: https://www.timeoutdubai.com/news/gaza-donations-uae-fundraise-palestine
Dubai Fitness Challenge
The annual Dubai Fitness Challenge is in full swing. Dubai residents are encourage to do 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days, and carry on once the month is over.
Check out all the activities on offer to help you get moving and stay healthy https://www.dubaifitnesschallenge.com
Real Estate Chat – This Tuesday 7th November
Ranches Ladies members are invited to a complementary continental breakfast and presentation from Engel & Völkers at our coffee morning on Tuesday, November 7th 2023 at 10am.
There will be a short presentation with a question and answer session on renting, leasing, buying, contracts, dealing with landlords, and any other UAE real estate queries.
Kindly note breakfast is at the earlier time of *10am.*
We need numbers today. If you would like to come along please indicate “yes“ on the whatsapp poll (shared on the RL members group) or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Tuesday Mornings
Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City from 10.30am – 12pm.
If you have not yet renewed your membership for the year 2023-24 you can do this on Tuesday morning at Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel. Membership is required for RL activities and WhatsApp group. New members are also welcome to join on Tuesday mornings.
Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
Save the Date – Festive Table Centrepiece Workshop
Save the date for the Festive Table Centrepiece Workshop on Tuesday 12th December. Advance booking required. Speak to Josephine McBurney, email ranches.ladies@gmail.com, or see more information on the RL members WhatsApp group.
Volunteer Needed for RL Website
Do you, or someone you know, have skills for refreshing or updating websites? Ranches ladies is looking for a volunteer to help with our website. Knowledge of WordPress would be an advantage, but training can be given. Please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Article Request
A big thank you to Vidhya for sharing about the Quilters Circle event.
What can you share?
Short (200 to 300 words) articles, with photos if possible, are requested for this newsletter.
Please email articles to ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Keep in touch
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RL Circles News
Here are some of the current Circles activities.
See the November Circles Calendar on the website for more activities.
Hiking Circle
Now that the weather is improving, the Hiking Circle are getting back out to enjoy some beautiful places in the UAE.
The first hike of the season is planned for Wednesday 8th November, on the new Mushrif Hiking Trail. Meet at 6.30am at Cafe Peloton. The hike takes approx 3 hours, so should be finished before it gets too hot.
For more information, contact Tracy Bonero, Mandy Peden or email circles.ranches.ladies @gmail.com
Spanish Circle
The Spanish Circle is on Thursdays at 10.30am in Larte, Studio One Hotel, Studio City. Maria will be teaching for beginners or those who already know a little Spanish.
If you would like to join please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Storytelling Circle
The Storytelling Circle meet once a month at Carole’s place in Savannah, Arabian Ranches 1, to share stories on a theme. The theme for the next meeting on Wednesday 22nd November is Jewellery. Please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
Shanghai Circle
The Shanghai Circle are now meeting on Fridays 2.30 to 4.30pm. Please contact for venue.
If you would like to join them, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mahjongg Circle
The Mahjongg Circle meet on Mondays, 10.15am to 1pm. Please contact for venue.
To join or for more information, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Art Circle
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursdays 10am to 12 noon. They have been working on some interesting themes and creating some beautiful work. New members are welcome.
Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Aquafit Circle
Dayle is teaching Aquafit on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8.30am in Savannah, Arabian Ranches 1.
💦 ALL AGES & ALL LEVELS OF FITNESS WELCOMED.
Please contact Dayle on +971585761801 for more information.
Yoga Circle
The Yoga circle are now meeting on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8.15am.
WhatsApp Mariana on 0562064851 or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join.
Walking Fitness Circle
Now that the weather has improved, the Walking Fitness Circle are moving back outside from today onwards. New ladies are always welcome to join.
Meet outside main entrance of community shopping centre in Arabian Ranches 1 on Mondays at 7.15am sharp. We walk for around an hour and stay for tea/coffee afterwards back at the community centre.
Please whatsapp Josephine McBurney, or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
International Festivals Lunch Circle
Do you have an upcoming festival in your country you would like to celebrate with Ranches Ladies?
The International Festival Lunch Circle is looking for volunteers to cook a lunch. You can get friends to help and will be reimbursed for the cost.
Please contact Carole or email circle.ranches.ladies @gmail.com
Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for information on any circle activities.
Discounts
Your RL membership card is your passport to great discounts from our dozens of discount partners.
Check the discounts section on the website.
New Discounts!
Eden Picnic at Zala Lawn
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort
For sun-kissed slow afternoons on the weekends, guests can immerse themselves in the charming ambience of Zala’s lush lawn, where a garden picnic-style lunch awaits. The experience includes bespoke hampers, a carefully curated beverage menu, and live music by Jaymie Deville on Saturdays and Laura Ingham on Sundays. It’s the perfect setting to unwind, relish delicious treats, and enjoy the sounds of talented musicians.
15% discount available for Ranches Ladies members – (mention ‘RL’ upon booking)
Drive home safely with Zofeur and use the code BASRIDE for 20% discount on the Zofeur App
Winter limited edition (picnic-style lunch): Every weekend from 21 October to 17 December
Discount also available on The Late Breakfast Club at Zala (Indoor and Terrace Brunch): Weekends all year round.
Time: 1PM to 4PM at Zala
Packages:
AED 399 soft beverage package
AED 549 house beverage package
AED 175 children from 4-11 years
For reservations, contact +971 4 809 6194 or +971 4 809 6113
bas.restaurants@babalshams.com
Website: https://bit.ly/40meaiD
Night Blossom Beads
Modern beaded jewellery with an Arabic twist.
Inspired by the beauty of Arabic calligraphy and culture, Night Blossom seamlessly integrates English and Arabic with natural stones and high quality metals to create timeless, customisable pieces with meaning. We bring you handcrafted jewelry that tells your story in both English and Arabic lettering.
Order personalised Arabic and English initial bracelets.
10% discount using code RANCHES10
https://www.instagram.com/night_blossom_jewellery/
Flipfingerboarding.ae
Handmade art pro fingerboards.
1st and only manufacturer in the UAE
10% discount using code ARLADIES
valid until next year 31stDecember 2024.
Website: www.flipfingerboarding.ae
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flip.fingerboarding/
See interview with 10 year old founder, Connor Maxwell https://youtu.be/MpUUKOZTurM
Flipfingerboarding will be at ARTE at Times Square Center on the following dates:
Saturdays: November 11 & 25, December 9 & 16
Contact Sheryl Maxwell
Mobile: +971507086054
Email: sdemaxwell@flipfingerboarding.ae
Discounts for Home and Living are highlighted below:
Enjo – Environmentally Friendly Cleaning products
New offer for 2023: free cloth/fibre for any purchase of AED 500 and above.
(10% discount has been discontinued.)
– show membership card or use code RLENJO
The Gorgeous Flower Company – Flowers for all occasions
10% discount for Ranches Ladies (show card)
Arabian Ranches Community Centre
Tel 050 299 3989
http://www.thegorgeousflowerco.com
Kave the story of things
Free filter coffee!
Warehouse 20, Alserkal Avenue
Dubai, UAE
Email: hello@thestoryofthings.com
Phone: +971 (0) 55 102 4469
SNASH – Car Cleaning
50% off first service and 35% off subsequent cleans
(excludes packages)
http://www.snash.ae – or book using their free app
TRIBE – Home design & styling
10% discount off store & rugs
The Courtyard, Al Quoz Tel: 050 142 8248
http://www.tribedubai.com
For any discount related enquiries or suggestions please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
For any enquiries or suggestions please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
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