Happy New Year to all Ranches Ladies. Hope 2023 is a great year for you and your family.
International Christmas Coffee Morning – 19th December
A good number of Ranches Ladies enjoyed the International Christmas Coffee Morning, hosted by Carole in her garden on 19th December. Ladies has a great time sharing festive food and traditions from their home countries while enjoying the beautiful garden and weather.
Tuesdays at Larte
Last Coffee Morning of 2022
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 join or renew your RL membership and find out about what activities on offer.
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 for January on the website for more activities.
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
Art Circle
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. They are creating some beautiful paintings and experimenting with new techniques. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Quilters Circle
Ranches Ladies Quilters are a group within Ranches Ladies who love creating with quilting, sewing and embroidery. Their first meeting for 2023 is on 16th January.
Meetings are usually on the 3rd Monday of the month at 10am.
The Storytelling Circle meet once a month, usually on a Monday afternoon, to share stories on a theme. The next meeting is Monday 9th January.
To find out more email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Walking 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.
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
The Literary Lunch Circle are reading The 2022 Booker Prize winner ‘The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida’ by Shehan Karunatilaka. They plan to meet on 23rd January 2023 to discuss this book.
New members welcome. To find out more, please email Ashfaa: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Line Dancing Circle
The Line Dancing Circle will restart on Wednesday 4th January, 10am, at Studio One Hotel.
If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mariana is teaching yoga outdoors. The times have changed to 5pm on Tuesdays and 8.15am on Fridays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Poetry Circle
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Dental are highlighted below:
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
Good morning Ranches Ladies. Whether you are in Dubai or travelling, hope you are having a great holiday season.
Due to the holidays, there is a shorter, pre-scheduled newsletter this and next week.
Tuesdays at Larte
Although many ladies will be travelling over the holidays, those who are in Dubai are welcome to meet for tea or coffee and a chat on Tuesday mornings at Larte, Studio One Hotel for 10.30am to 12 midday.
Volunteers Wanted!
We are looking for volunteers for meet and greet on Tuesday coffee mornings. This role involves making new ladies welcome and taking them through circles folder to learn about the activities on offer. If you can help please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
See the Circles Calendar on the website for more activities. Due to the holidays some Circles may not be meeting in December, please check with Circle leaders.
French Circle
Do you want to improve your French? The French Circle will restart after New Year. New members welcome.
Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
The Literary Lunch Circle are taking a break in December. Their next read is The 2022 Booker Prize winner ‘The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida’ by Shehan Karunatilaka. They plan to meet on 23rd January 2023 to discuss this book.
New members welcome. To find out more, please email Ashfaa: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Crochet Circle
The Crochet Circle, led by Debra, meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Crochet times have changed slightly – circle members are kept informed by Debra.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
Walking 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.
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
Mahjongg Circles
The Mahjongg Monday Circle, led by Sharon, are meeting to play on Mondays from 10.15am to 1pm, upstairs in Shakespeare and Co, Arabian Ranches 1. Due to the holidays they will finish on 12 Dec and restart 9th January.
The Mahjongg Tuesday Circle, led by Supriya, meet to play ATF Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11.30am-1.30pm at Shakespeares and Co. Arabian Ranches 1.
Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Line Dancing Circle
The Line Dancing Circle, led by Carole, meet on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. They will have their last meeting this Wednesday, 14th December, before taking a break until after the New Year.
If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mariana is teaching yoga outdoors. The times have changed to 5pm on Tuesdays and 8.15am on Fridays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
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
Good morning Ranches Ladies. Hope you have a great week ahead and a very happy Christmas and holiday season.
Festive Wreath-making Coffee Morning
Wreaths made by Ranches Ladies and flowers from The Gorgeous Flower Co. Dubai
Last Tuesday at Larte Restaurant, many Ranches Ladies enjoyed making their own unique festive wreath, with material and expert instruction from The Gorgeous Flower Co. Dubai. The beautiful wreaths are now adorning doors, walls and dining tables to bring festive cheer to homes.
Ranches Ladies wish to say a big thank you to all those who contributed to our Festive Wreath Coffee Morning Event:
The Gorgeous Flower Co. for organising the craft, Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel for hosting and refreshments. Also to Larte, Paintbox Hair Salon, Rags to Riches Restaurant and Spinneys for donating gift prizes.
One of our members, Niamh, has shared her experience of the event:
Christmas is my favourite time of year! And this time is no different but having just moved back to Dubai and resigning from my job after 27 years, I have to say I felt a bit lost, so joining Ranches Ladies could not have come at a better time for me. I had always heard of Ranches Ladies but had no clue really as to what it was all about, but it has been amazing. I have loved meeting so many wonderful ladies over the last few months, so what better way to start the Festive Season than with the Ranches Ladies.
I don’t know about you, but I have always admired the beautiful wreaths you see in the shops here, but I had no idea how much work goes into making one! So, when I saw the opportunity to learn how to make a Christmas Wreath, I jumped at the chance. I mean, how hard could it be?! Well just say, I have a newfound respect for anyone who makes them!
Tuesday morning, when we arrived, Larte had been transformed into a festive flower studio. There were 6 staff on hand from Gorgeous Flowers to help us at every stage with Sam and Caroline at the helm. It was amazing to see so many different varieties of freshly cut foliage, along with red berries, decorative dried oranges, cinnamon, lotus flowers, sticks, pine cones laid out on the tables for us to choose from. The eucalyptus was in high demand! But for me, it was the beautiful gold and silver sprayed leaves and gorgeous bows. Everyone’s wreaths were so different and so beautiful.
And to reward us all for our hard work, we were then ushered through to a small feast prepared by Chef Rajiv for LArte who specially prepared and baked Panatone and Lemon Torte (specially made with Almond flour) and Chocolate and walnut Brownies. And we also had beautiful Mince pies from Spinneys. Teas and coffee and treat replenishments were served by attentive Larte staff We were surprised with an unexpected raffle of donated gift prizes from Studio One hotel, Gorgeous Flowers, Paintbox (Hair Ladies Salon, located nearby in Arjan) and also recently opened Rags to Riches Restaurant. I didn’t win anything sadly but left a very happy girl with my beautiful wreath and a lovely little token party bag of mince pies donated by Spinneys.
Wishing everyone a fabulous New Year and looking forward to making the wreaths again next year!
Warm regards Niamh
Niamh Drysdale Allen
International Christmas Coffee Morning
Carole Binbrek is organising an International Christmas Coffee Morning in her garden in Savannah on Monday 19th December, 10 am – 12.30pm.
This is now fully booked. Any questions, please contact Carole or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
A big thank you to Niamh for sharing about the Festive Wreath Making event. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated. Please send to ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Tuesdays at Larte
Although many ladies will be travelling over the holidays, those who are in Dubai are welcome to meet for tea or coffee and a chat on Tuesday mornings at Larte, Studio One Hotel for 10.30am to 12 midday.
Volunteers Wanted!
We are looking for volunteers for meet and greet on Tuesday coffee mornings. This role involves making new ladies welcome and taking them through circles folder to learn about the activities on offer. If you can help please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
See the Circles Calendar for December on the website for more activities. Due to the holidays some Circles may not meeting until after the New Year, please check with Circle leaders.
Quilters Circle
The Quilters Circle had their festive meeting on 12th December, followed by lunch. They had a crossword game and “steal the gift” which was hilarious. They will break for the holidays and meet on the 16th of January 2023. Wishing everyone a great holiday season!
The Line Dancing Circle, led by Carole, met last Wednesday, 14th December. They will restart on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel after the New Year.
If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Walking 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.
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
Art Circle
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. They are creating some beautiful paintings and experimenting with new techniques. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Book Circle
The Book Circle, led by Jackie, met on 16th December 9.30am in Arabian Ranches Golf Club Restaurant to discuss some Christmas themed short stories.
If you would like to join them in 2023, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
The Literary Lunch Circle are taking a break in December. Their next read is The 2022 Booker Prize winner ‘The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida’ by Shehan Karunatilaka. They plan to meet on 23rd January 2023 to discuss this book.
New members welcome. To find out more please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mariana is teaching yoga outdoors. The times have changed to 5pm on Tuesdays and 8.15am on Fridays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Jewellery Clinic Circle
The next jewellery clinic is on Wednesday 21st December. If you have a piece of jewellery that has sentimental value or some that you don’t wear anymore and would like to give them a new life, then the jewellery clinic circle is your answer. Hayet can help you redesign it or fix it and enjoy wearing it again.
WhatsApp Hayet or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to book a place.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Hair and Beauty Salons are highlighted below:
Paintbox Hair Ladies Salon, Arjan
Casa Havana Beauty Salon
20% Discount for 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 Palm Jumeirah Salon only
Shoreline Building 1, Palm Jumeirah
Tel: 050 5788506
(Media City branch has been relocated to Palm Jumeirah)
L’Atelier Hair and Beauty is now offering 20% discount on bills over 200 AED every day Motor City (Kojak Building), Springs Souk and Jumeirah Village Tel: 04 420 1946/04 420 3096 http://www.latelierhairdressing.com
Marquee – Hair Salon Offering 15% discount on Monday to Thursday 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
Sugar Beauty Lounge Sports City, Mall of the Emirates and Jumeira Lake Towers Monday to Wednesday:
20% reduction on all nail, body, skin care and hair treatments. 40% on Keratin, Botox, Collagen and Protein
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday:
20% on minimum spend of AED 250
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
For any enquiries or suggestions please contact our Discounts Co-ordinator: discounts.rl@gmail.com
Good morning Ranches Ladies. Hope you have a great week ahead.
International Christmas Coffee Morning
Carole Binbrek is organising an International Christmas Coffee Morning in her garden in Savannah on Monday 19th December, 10 am – 12.30pm.
Ranches Ladies and their house guests are invited, maximum 30 places. Please bring a Christmas treat to share from your home country, if possible.
Please contact Carole or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com to book your place.
Christmas Craft Morning – 13th December
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning is this Tuesday, December 13th, at Larte – Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
This promises to be an enjoyable festive and social event. Come and make, decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte restaurant – with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flower Company, Dubai. There will be tea or coffee and festive pastries after the craft activity.
There are some places still available. Don’t miss it! Book today to secure your place.
Contact Hayet or Josephine or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Festive Bazaar – Cancelled
Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Ranches Ladies Festive Bazaar at Sustainable Plaza had to be cancelled. Ranches Ladies are sorry for any disappointment or inconvenience caused and will work towards a successful Festive Bazaar next year.
Volunteers Wanted!
We are looking for volunteers for meet and greet on Tuesday coffee mornings. This role involves making new ladies welcome and taking them through circles folder to learn about the activities on offer.
If you can help please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
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 for December on the website for more activities. Due to the holidays some Circles may not be meeting in December, please check with Circle leaders.
French Circle
Last Friday, the French Circle had their last meeting for 2022. They met at Laduree Cafe for their Xmas lunch and Secret Santa yearly custom. They also welcomed Sonali, a new member to the group.
Do you want to improve your French? The French Circle will restart after New Year. New members welcome.
Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Art Circle
Painting by Art Circle member, Irum
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. They are creating some beautiful paintings and experimenting with new techniques. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
The Mosaics Circle, led by Ayesha, aremeeting on Wednesday mornings from 9.30am till 1pm in Green Community East, DIP.
No experience is needed. To join or for more details, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Quilters Circle
The Quilters Circle have been making the most of the great weather, making festive treats outdoors. They will have their festive meeting today, 12th December, before they break for the holidays.
The Poetry Circle Circle meet today, 12th December, to read and discuss poems on a Christmas Theme. To join them contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Book Circle
The Book Circle, led by Jackie, will meet on 16th December 9.30am in Arabian Ranches Golf Club Restaurant to discuss some Christmas themed short stories: ‘Festive Spirits’ by Kate Atkinson and ‘A Christmas Memory’ by Truman Capote.
If you would like to join, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
The Literary Lunch Circle are taking a break in December. Their next read is The 2022 Booker Prize winner ‘The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida’ by Shehan Karunatilaka. They plan to meet on 23rd January 2023 to discuss this book.
New members welcome. To find out more, please email Ashfaa: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Crochet Circle
The Crochet Circle, led by Debra, meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Crochet times have changed slightly – circle members are kept informed by Debra.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
Walking 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.
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
Mahjongg Circles
The Mahjongg Monday Circle, led by Sharon, are meeting to play on Mondays from 10.15am to 1pm, upstairs in Shakespeare and Co, Arabian Ranches 1. Due to the holidays they will finish on 12 Dec and restart 9th January.
The Mahjongg Tuesday Circle, led by Supriya, meet to play ATF Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11.30am-1.30pm at Shakespeares and Co. Arabian Ranches 1.
Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Line Dancing Circle
The Line Dancing Circle, led by Carole, meet on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. They will have their last meeting this Wednesday, 14th December, before taking a break until after the New Year.
If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mariana is teaching yoga outdoors. The times have changed to 5pm on Tuesdays and 8.15am on Fridays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Jewellery Clinic Circle
The next jewellery clinic is on Wednesday 21st December. If you have a piece of jewellery that has sentimental value or some that you don’t wear anymore and would like to give them a new life, then the jewellery clinic circle is your answer. Hayet can help you redesign it or fix it and enjoy wearing it again.
WhatsApp Hayet or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to book a place.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Food and Restaurants are highlighted below:
Hamptons Cafe
Arabian Ranches Community Centre 15% off all regular items (does not include packages). You must show your membership card https://hamptonsdubai.com
LARTE
20% off total bill Valid on a la carte items and not special promotions Studio One Hotel, Ground Floor – Al Qudra Rd – Dubai +971 4 581 6870 https://www.larte.ae/
Little Neighbourhood Restaurant
Food and Drink 20% food and drink
Shop No 6, Remraam Community Center, Remraam Dubailand – Dubai Tel: 04 876 9042
Xocolatl – Chocolate 15% discount and next day delivery on a min purchase of 200 dhs online Al Hana Center, Ground Floor Al Jafflia, Mankhool Tel: 04 398 4622 http://www.xocolatlme.com
For any enquiries or suggestions please contact our Discounts Co-ordinator: discounts.rl@gmail.com
For any enquiries or suggestions please contact our Discounts Co-ordinator: discounts.rl@gmail.com
Good morning Ranches Ladies. Hope you have a great week and a happy last month of 2022.
Successful AGM 2022
The Ranches Ladies Annual General Meeting was be held via Zoom on Tuesday 29th November at 2pm, with an inspector from the CDA (Community Development Authority who regulate all community organisations in Dubai) in attendance.
Around 70 to 80 members attended to hear reports on past and planned future RL activities from our president, Hayet, and Vice President, Carole. Thank you to all ladies who made the time to log on and make this meeting a success. Many members expressed their appreciation of being a part of this wonderful community.
Here is the Hayet’s speech for those who couldn’t attend the meeting:
President’s Speech – AGM 2022
Good afternoon, my name is Hayet Zerelli, I am the current president for Ranches Ladies. I welcome everybody to our zoom AGM and thank you for making the time to join us.
I would like to start by saying thank you to our CDA inspectors: We appreciate all their help and support in overseeing our organisation.
I thank all our current board members: Carole Binbreck, Josephine McBurney, Michelle Robertson, Lynne Haboubi, Clementina Kongslund, Monali Abhijit Navlekar, Jan Hennessey, Shahnaz Fikree, Shaika Obaid, and all our members for volunteering their time in ensuring the continuity of Ranches ladies, as we have come a long way since our founder Carol Binbreck started this small group 17 years ago in the community coffee shop. I would also like to thank Yvonne Elliott for all her administrative help.
The format for Ranches ladies has changed over the last few years – as we no longer have weekly programs in our coffee mornings. We now casually meet on a Tuesday morning for coffee at LARTE at Studio 1 Hotel.
We currently have 188 members and are continuing to grow and welcome new members from many different nationalities and ages. If anyone has friends or neighbours who might like to join us, please get in touch with Lisa (Murphy) our membership coordinator.
During Covid we were able to stay connected through our weekly newsletter, and for that I would like to give thanks to Vivienne Mendonca for her great editorial skills and a job well done.
The main focus for Ranches ladies has been the continuous growth of the circles, activities and trips provided for our members
We currently have 25 circles and I’ll hand over shortly to Carol, our Vice President, for the Full Circle Report.
Our annual Festive Bazaar is fast approaching on the 11th December 2022. We have been invited by sustainable city to join them for their winter festival, as we can no longer use the Baker Finch room where it originally started by Jaquie Hunterholt and Josephine McBerney, two of our founding members 17 years ago.
Plans for 2023
In the New Year we anticipate organising some cultural trips to highlight the UAE heritage. We have already had 1 visit to the Museum of the Future, but understand that more members are keen to visit again soon.
Also, we are encouraging our members to take the initiative in conducting workshops and to share their skills and hobbies with us, and also reflections of recent travel adventures if anyone happy to do so.
The annual financial statement for the year ended 31st March 2022 with 89,377.65 credit. These monies pay the official licencing and registration fees, as well as covering the various administration and membership costs, and supporting specific free events for members, such as the recent Circle Coffee morning.
In our budget for 2023, we have no plans for fundraising, with our only source of income being our yearly membership fee of AED 120, (covering September 2022 to August 2023).
Thank you so much for attending today, and please ask any questions after Carole has finished her presentation, or send by email to ranches.ladies@gmail.com
I hope everyone enjoys a very Happy National Day, some relaxing days with the family and best wishes of the Season, with a Happy New Year to you all.
Hayet Zerelli – Ranches Ladies President
Festive Bazaar – Sunday 11th December
Don’t miss our annual festive bazaar. It always a fun event, as well as a great chance to buy unique gifts for loved ones.
This year it will be on Sunday 11th December, 1pm to 8pm, at The Sustainable City – next to Arabian Ranches 2.
Christmas Craft Morning
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning will be on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
Come and make, decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte together with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flower Company, Dubai. Make new friends or catch up with old ones over tea or coffee and festive pastries after the craft activity.
There are a few places left. Don’t miss it! Book today to secure your place. Contact Hayet or Josephine via the RL members WhatsApp Group or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
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 for December on the website for more activities. Due to the holidays some Circles may not be meeting in December, please check with Circle leaders.
Poetry Circle
The Poetry Circle Circle met last week and enjoyed reading and discussing poems on the theme of ‘Shadows’.
Their next meeting is planned for 12th December, with a Christmas Theme. To join them contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Crochet Circle
The Crochet Circle, led by Debra, meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Crochet times have changed slightly – circle members are kept informed by Debra.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
Walking Circle
The Walking Circle meet on Mondays at 7.15am outside the main entrance of the Community Retail centre in Arabian Ranches. Tea/coffee in Costa afterwards at 8.15am.
New ladies are always welcome to join, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
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
Line Dancing Circle
The Line Dancing Circle, led by Carole, meet on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. They will meet on 7th & 14th December, before taking a break until after the New Year.
If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Book Circle
The Book Circle, led by Jackie, will meet on 16th December 9.30am in Arabian Ranches Golf Club Restaurant to discuss some Christmas themed short stories: ‘Festive Spirits’ by Kate Atkinson and ‘A Christmas Memory’ by Truman Capote.
If you would like to join, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
French Circle
The last French Circle for 2022 will be on 9th December. They will restart after New Year.
Do you want to improve your French? New members welcome. Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
The Cinema circle, led by Marina, meet on Mondays at Vox Cinema, Mall of the Emirates. Time depends on the movie chosen. To join them please email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
The Literary Lunch Circle are taking a break in December. Their next read is The 2022 Booker Prize winner ‘The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida’ by Shehan Karunatilaka. They plan to meet on 23rd January 2023 to discuss this book.
New members welcome. To find out more, please email Ashfaa: 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.
To join, please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Mariana is teaching yoga outdoors. The times have changed to 5pm on Tuesdays and 8.15am on Fridays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Jewellery Clinic Circle
The next jewellery clinic is on Wednesday 21st December. If you have a piece of jewellery that has sentimental value or some that you don’t wear anymore and would like to give them a new life, then the jewellery clinic circle is your answer. Hayet can help you redesign it or fix it and enjoy wearing it again.
WhatsApp Hayet or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to book a place.
Mahjongg Circles
The Mahjongg Monday Circle, led by Sharon, are meeting to play on Mondays from 10.15am to 1pm, upstairs in Shakespeare and Co, Arabian Ranches 1. Due to the holidays they will finish on 12 Dec and restart 9th January.
The Mahjongg Tuesday Circle, led by Supriya, meet to play ATF Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11.30am-1.30pm at Shakespeares and Co. Arabian Ranches 1.
Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Looking for a new hobby for the New Year? Some of our RL members would like to start new circles if there is enough interest. If you would like to join any circles, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
PaperCraft Circle
Hand Embroidery Circle
Saba would like to start a Hand Embroidery Circle, for ladies to stitch as a group and learn new techniques. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com of you are interested.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Clothing and Accessories are highlighted below:
Bare Essentials Swimwear Dubai
Clothing Beach Wear Swim Wear Boutique 20% off full-priced Moontide and Piha swimwear Jumeira Centre, Jumeira Beach Rd http://www.bareessentialsdubai.ae
Mamiya Jewellery Up to 70% discount on diamonds and pearls. Free repairing, cleaning, polishing for any of your old and broken jewellery Deira Gold Souk, Gold & Diamond Park, Building 1 http://www.mamiyadiamonds.com
Happy UAE National Day to all. Enjoy the long weekend ahead.
Don’t forget – AGM Tuesday 29th November
Ranches Ladies AGM will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 29th November at 2pm. As many RL members as possible are encouraged to join, even if only for a short time.
During the meeting there will be a report from our president, an update from the treasurer as well as details on our winter event and plans for the coming year.
Please use this link to join the meeting (RL members only):
Don’t miss our annual festive bazaar. It always a fun event, as well as a great chance to buy unique gifts for loved ones.
This year it will be on Sunday 11th December, 1pm to 8pm, at The Sustainable City – next to Arabian Ranches 2.
Christmas Craft Morning
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning will be on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
Come and make, decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte together with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flower Company, Dubai. Make new friends or catch up with old ones over tea or coffee and festive pastries after the craft activity.
Don’t miss it! Book today to secure your place.
For more information, please contact Hayet or Josephine, or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com.
Christmas Choir Concert
Dubai Chamber Choir will perform a variety of Choral Christmas Classics along with a few traditional Carols for you to join in with.
There will be refreshments served, so please rsvp by email to dubaichamberchoir@yahoo.com
This is a free concert but donations will be taken to give to the church.
Christmas Coffee Morning
Carole Binbrek is organising an International Christmas Coffee morning on Monday 19th December 10am to 12.30pm.
Please contact Carole or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com to book your place.
Tuesday Coffee Mornings at Larte
Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning for coffee at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City (across the roundabout from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches 1) from 10.30am – 12pm.
Good news! The road from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches to Studio City has reopened, with new traffic lights instead of the roundabout.
If you have not yet renewed your membership, or you would like to join, you can do this at Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel, Studio City on any Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 12 noon. Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
The number of Circles activities are increasing so it is not possible to fit each one on the newsletter every week. See the Circles Calendar for November on the website for more activities. Due to the holidays some Circles may not be meeting in December, please check with Circle leaders.
Ai Ling hosted a wonderful traditional Thanksgiving lunch at her home, assisted by Yvonne and Sue, for the International Festival Lunch Circle. Ai Ling’s husband is from Virginia and she learned the recipes from his family. We enjoyed a delicious lunch and were told the Thanksgiving story by Ai Ling’s two children George and Alexandra. The lunch was followed by some party games and Carole recited two poems about the first Thanksgiving and the arrival of the pilgrims in America. We finished by decorating chocolate cupcakes with Thanksgiving colours. The room was decorated with a Thanksgiving theme and we wore either autumn colours or the red, white and blue of the American flag.
Volunteers are required to host or help with future lunches based around International Festivals.
Please contact Carole on circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Walking Circle
After their walk last week, the walking Circle met for breakfast at The Hamptons to say goodbye to Theunisa, who is leaving Dubai. Wishing you all the best in your new life Theunisa. We will miss you and hope to see you again soon.
The Walking Circle meet on Mondays at 7.15am outside the main entrance of the Community Retail centre in Arabian Ranches. Tea/coffee in Costa afterwards at 8.15am.
New ladies are always welcome to join, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
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
The Quilters Circle had a great meeting last week. Saba gave an interesting presentation and the quilters are also busy preparing for the upcoming festive bazaar.
Meetings are usually on the 3rd Monday of the month at 10am.
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. They are creating some beautiful paintings and experimenting with new techniques. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
The Shanghai Circle meet 2.30-4.30pm on Fridays at Shakespeare’s and Co, Arabian Ranches 1. If you would like to join them, please email Supriya: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Last Monday, the Literary Lunch Circle enjoyed much at Lezzet Turkish Restaurant in Dubai Hills Malls while discussing ‘Small Things Like These’ by Claire Keegan.
Their next read is The 2022 Booker Prize winner ‘The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida’ by Shehan Karunatilaka. They willl next meet in January to discuss this book.
New members welcome. To find out more, please email Ashfaa: 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.
To join, please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Gardening Circle
The gardening circle had a lovely morning last Friday sharing plants/cuttings and learning about growing canna lilies. Jackie has some spare plants to share if anyone would like one or two. If anyone would like a copy of the very useful notes, contact Jackie on circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mariana is teaching yoga – 8.30am on Fridays and 6.30pm on Tuesdays. Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Mahjongg Circles
The Mahjongg Monday Circle, led by Sharon, are meeting to play on Mondays from 10.15am to 1pm, upstairs in Shakespeare and Co, Arabian Ranches 1.
The Mahjongg Tuesday Circle, led by Supriya, meet to play ATF Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11.30am-1.30pm at Shakespeares and Co. Arabian Ranches 1.
Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Proposed New Circles
Some of our RL members would like to start new circles if there is enough interest. If you would like to join any circles, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
PaperCraft Circle
Hand Embroidery Circle
Saba would like to start a Hand Embroidery Circle, for ladies to stitch as a group and learn new techniques. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com of you are interested.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Home and Living are highlighted below:
Piano Lessonsby Maria Sierra
Experienced piano teacher, Maria Sierra, is offering 20% discount on lessons for RL members – adults or children. (Normal price is 200 AED per hour for lessons at Maria’s home.)
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
My Second Home – the upmarket doggie daycare is offering 20% discount to RL members
Save the date! Our annual festive bazaar is always a fun event, as well as a great chance to buy unique gifts for loved ones. This year it will be on Sunday 11th December, 1pm to 8pm, at The Sustainable City – next to Arabian Ranches 2.
Christmas Craft Morning
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning will be on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
Come and make, decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte together with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flower Company, Dubai. Make new friends or catch up with old ones over tea or coffee and festive pastries after the craft activity.
Don’t miss it!
Dealine to book extended to 28th November.
For more information, please contact Hayet or Josephine, or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com.
Christmas Choir Concert
Dubai Chamber Choir will perform a variety of Choral Christmas Classics along with a few traditional Carols for you to join in with.
There will be refreshments served, so please rsvp by email to dubaichamberchoir@yahoo.com
This is a free concert but donations will be taken to give to the church.
AGM – Tuesday 29th November
Ranches Ladies AGM will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 29th November at 2pm. This is especially important for board and committee members, but as many RL members as possible are encourage to join as well. During the meeting there will be a report from our president, an update from the treasurer as well as details on our winter event and plans for the coming year.
The Zoom link will be sent to members by email and via the RL members WhatsApp group.
Christmas Coffee Morning
Carole Bin break is organising an International Christmas Coffee morning. Please contact Carole or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com to book your place.
Tuesday Coffee Mornings at Larte
Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning for coffee at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City (across the roundabout from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches 1) from 10.30am – 12pm.
Good news! The road from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches to Studio City has reopened, with new traffic lights instead of the roundabout.
If you have not yet renewed your membership, or you would like to join, you can do this at Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel, Studio City on any Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 12 noon.
Please bring completed membership form, your Emirates ID (or passport if ID unavailable) and fee of 120 AED. Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
The number of Circles activities are increasing so it is not possible to fit each one on the newsletter every week. See the Circles Calendar for November on the website for more activities.
Book Circle
Winter is here and the Book Circle were able to sit outside to enjoy a very lively discussion about our latest book: 3mph The Adventures of One Woman’s Walk Around the World by Polly Letofsky. An amazing account of a journey that took 5 years, covered 14,000 miles across 4 continents and helped raise global awareness of breast cancer.
New book to be announced soon. If you would like to join the book circle email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
The Art Circle, led by Rajul, meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. They are creating some beautiful paintings and experimenting with new techniques. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Poetry Circle
Walking Circle
The Walking Circle meet on Mondays at 7.15am outside the main entrance of the Community Retail centre in Arabian Ranches. 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
The Pilates Circle meet on Thursday afternoons 2-3pm, at Optimal Fitness in Studio City. Gillian from Optimal Fitness is teaching the class.
To join, please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Spanish Circle
The Spanish Circle, led by Maria, meet in Dubai Marina with beautiful view over the marina. Thursday mornings for beginners and Friday mornings for beginners and intermediates.
If you would like to join them, email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
The Mosaics Circle, led by Ayesha, aremeeting on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 9.30am till 1pm in Green Community East, DIP.
No experience is needed. To join or for more details, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
French Circle
The French Circle, led by Bea Sion, meet on Fridays for 10am to 12pm. New members welcome.
If you would like to join please email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Gardening Circle
The Gardening Circle, led by Jackie, meet around once a month to visit gardens or garden centres, share expertise and tips on everything to do with gardening. Their next meeting is Friday 25th November, 9.30am.
If you would like to join them, Email Jackie circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Jewellery Clinic Circle
The next Jewellery Clinic Circle is planned for 24th November, 11am. Bring along any old jewellery that has sentimental value or some that you don’t wear anymore. Hayet can help you redesign it or fix it and enjoy wearing it again.
WhatsApp Hayet or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Mariana is teaching yoga – 8.30am on Fridays and 6.30pm on Tuesdays. Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Line Dancing
The new Line Dancing Circle have made a great start. They meet on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. If you would like to join, please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
New – Crochet Circle
The new Crochet Circle, led by Debra, has started every Tuesday from 1-3pm and Thursday from 8:30-10:30am.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
Proposed New Circles
Some of our RL members would like to start new circles if there is enough interest. If you would like to join any circles, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
PaperCraft Circle
Hand Embroidery Circle
Saba would like to start a Hand Embroidery Circle, for ladies to stitch as a group and learn new techniques. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com of you are interested.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
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.
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning will be on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
Come and make, decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte together with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flower Company, Dubai. Make new friends or catch up with old ones over tea or coffee and festive pastries after the craft activity.
Come and celebrate our first post-covid Ranches Ladies festive morning and get into the spirit of the festive season.
Book by 21st November to ensure your place.
For more information, please contact Hayet or Josephine, or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com.
Advanced Notice – Annual General Meeting on 29th November
Ranches Ladies AGM will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 29th November at 2pm. This is especially important for board and committee members, but as many RL members as possible are encourage to join as well. During the meeting there will be a report from our president, an update from the treasurer as well as details on our winter event and plans for the coming year.
Zoom link to be sent closer to the date.
Festive Bazaar – Sunday 11th December
Save the date! Our annual festive bazaar is always a fun event, as well as a great chance to buy unique gifts for loved ones. This year it will be on Sunday 11th December at The Sustainable City. Timings to be confirmed.
Tuesday Coffee Mornings at Larte
Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning for coffee at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City (across the roundabout from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches 1) from 10.30am – 12pm.
Good news! The road from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches to Studio City has reopened, with new traffic lights instead of the roundabout.
If you have not yet renewed your membership, or you would like to join, you can do this at Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel, Studio City on any Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 12 noon.
Please bring completed membership form, your Emirates ID (or passport if ID unavailable) and fee of 120 AED. Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
The number of Circles activities are increasing so it is not possible to fit each one on the newsletter every week. See the Circles Calendar for November on the website for more activities.
Line Dancing
The new Line Dancing Circle have made a great start. They meet on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. If you would like to join, please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
International Lunch Circle
The International Lunch Circle is now focusing on Festivals from around the world. The Thanksgiving Lunch on 24th November booked up extremely fast and is now fully booked.
There will be more lunches planned in the coming year, so stay tuned to the RL members WhatsApp group and newsletter.
Cinema Circle
The Cinema circle, led by Marina, meet on Mondays at Vox Cinema, Mall of the Emirates. Time depends on the movie chosen. To join them please email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
New – Crochet Circle
The new Crochet Circle, led by Debra, has started every Tuesday from 1-3pm and Thursday from 8:30-10:30am.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
The Art Circle meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon to learn new techniques and create beautiful paintings. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Walking Circles
The Walking Circle have moved back outdoors. Meet on Mondays at 7.15am outside the main entrance of the Community Retail centre in Arabian Ranches. 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
Quilters Circle
The Quilters Circle meet on the 3rd Monday of each month, and the next meeting is scheduled for 21st November. The Quilters have a separate membership under the umbrella of Ranches ladies. New members are welcome.
The Pilates Circle meet on Thursday afternoons 2-3pm, at Optimal Fitness in Studio City. Gillian from Optimal Fitness is teaching the class.
To join, please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Spanish Circle
The Spanish Circle, led by Maria, meet on Thursday mornings in Dubai Marina for beginners and Friday mornings for beginners and intermediates. If you would like to join them, email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
French Circle
The French Circle, led by Bea Sion, meet on Fridays for 10am to 12pm. New members welcome.
If you would like to join please email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Jewellery Clinic Circle
The next Jewellery Clinic Circle is planned for 24th November, 11am. Bring along any old jewellery that has sentimental value or some that you don’t wear anymore. Hayet can help you redesign it or fix it and enjoy wearing it again.
WhatsApp Hayet or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
Book Circle
The Book Circle are currently reading ‘3mph: The Adventures of One Woman’s Walk Around the World’, by Polly Letofsky – a courageous journey full of humanity, charity and spirit.
They plan to meet at Arabian Ranches Golf Club on Friday 18th November, 9.30am to discuss the book. New members welcome.
Literary Lunch Circle
The Literary Lunch Circle are reading ‘Small Things Like These’ by Claire Keegan. The next meeting is planned for Monday November 21st. New members welcome.
Mariana is teaching yoga – 8.30am on Fridays and 6.30pm on Tuesdays. Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Proposed New Circles
Some of our RL members would like to start new circles if there is enough interest. If you would like to join any circles, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
PaperCraft Circle
Hand Embroidery Circle
Saba would like to start a Hand Embroidery Circle, for ladies to stitch as a group and learn new techniques. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com of you are interested.
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
This is your newsletter and you can make it better. What would you like to share? Short (200-300 word) articles on any subject of interest to RL members, with photos if possible, much appreciated.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
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
Good morning! Wishing all Ranches Ladies great week ahead.
Enjo Coffee Morning Presentation on 1st November
On Tuesday 1st November at Larte, Studio One Hotel, HALO Middle East who make Enjo environmentally friendly cleaning products gave a talk on reducing toxins in the home.
Don’t forget, Ranches Ladies members get a 10% discount for on Enjo products. Show membership card or use code RLENJO www.enjo.com
New RL member, Avril, has shared her impressions of the coffee morning presentation.
ENJO – a cleaning system that protects the environment
by Avril Erskine
On Tuesday, I had a fantastic introduction to the Ranches Ladies membership at the ENJO presentation. Who knew a presentation on cleaning systems could be so interesting? The ENJO team had me hooked with their sustainability and clean air agendas. It confirmed to me what I’ve instinctively known for a while, that back to basic cleaning with water, lemon juice, vinegar and baking soda water is the way to go. Add to that the magic ENJO sponges, all-purpose cleaning cloths, mop pads and home-made orange blossom air-freshener, and I’m now convinced that it’s time to go all in. There’s even a tutorial on how to optimise the products and clean effectively, thrown in.
Thanks to Josephine’s enviable powers of organisation and liaison, there was an impressive turn-out of women on the morning and a buzz in the air. The perfect audience and network for ENJO, I would say, particularly, given their past membership of Ranches Ladies. Everywhere I turned there was a great conversation to be had and Studio One was the perfect venue.
One of the charms of the presentation was a number of impromptu contributions from customers who had discovered ENJO years earlier and could attest to the value and integrity of the products. Also, the presenter, Diane’s story about the effect of chemicals on her health and how she was able to turn this around was really an extraordinary testimony. It’s always great to hear about the genesis of a good business idea and how it transitions into being. All of the above has convinced me to give it a try.
It was a fantastic inaugural event for this new member. I already feel I’m getting great value from joining Ranches Ladies. More like this please!
Christmas Craft Morning – Book Now
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning will be on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
This festive event gives us the opportunity to make and decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte together with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flowers of Dubai. Tea or coffee and festive pastries will be served after the craft activity.
Come and celebrate our first post-covid Ranches Ladies festive morning and get into the spirit of the festive season.
Book by 21st November to ensure your place.
For more information, please contact Josephine or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com.
Tuesday Mornings
Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning for coffee at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City (across the roundabout from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches 1) from 10.30am – 12pm.
Please note, there are roadworks and road closures in the area of the 2 roundabouts which connect the back exit of Arabian Ranches to Studio City and Motor City and it is not possible to cross over directly to Studio City. Probably the best routes to reach Studio One Hotel from Arabian Ranches are via D61 (Hessa Street) or D54. More details of suggested routes have been sent on the RL members WhatsApp group.
Have You Renewed Your Membership?
If you have not yet renewed your membership, or you would like to join, you can do this at Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel, Studio City on any Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 12 noon.
Please bring completed membership form, your Emirates ID (or passport if ID unavailable) and fee of 120 AED. Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
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.
The number of Circles activities are increasing so it is not possible to fit each one on the newsletter every week. See the Circles Calendar for November on the website for more activities.
Some of our RL members would like to start new circles if there is enough interest. If you would like to join any circles, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
PaperCraft Circle
Hand Embroidery Circle
Saba would like to start a Hand Embroidery Circle, for ladies to stitch as a group and learn new techniques. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com of you are interested.
International Lunch Circle
Carole is planning to restart the International Lunch Circle in November. The new plan is for lunches to be focused on International Festivals from members’ home countries. So, for November this could be Thanksgiving, or any other festival happening during November or December.
Volunteers are requested to help cook and host. Please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to get involved.
Currently Active Circles
Here are a selection, but we can’t fit them all in each week. Don’t forget to check the Circles Calendar on the RL website for a full list of Circle activities.
New – Crochet Circle
The new Crochet Circle, led by Debra, has started every Tuesday from 1-3pm and Thursday from 8:30-10:30am.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
The Art Circle meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon to learn new techniques and create beautiful paintings. Last weeks art class was lovely with varied themes and members putting in a lot of hard work. New members are welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Hiking Circle
The Hiking Circle are making the most of the cooler mornings to get out of the city and enjoy the natural beauty of the UAE. From this month hikes are meeting at 7am and being adapted to finish around 11am, to beat the heat.
Here are some photos from last week’s hike in Al Hora, which is the tiny piece of Oman between Khorfakkan & Fujairah.
To join the next hike, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Walking Circles
Enjoying tea and coffee after their last walk inside Dubai Hills Mall
Now that the weather has cooled down a bit, the Walking Circle are walking outdoors again, starting at 7.15am outside Costa Coffee Arabian Ranches 1 retail centre.
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
Book Circle
The Book Circle are currently reading ‘3mph: The Adventures of One Woman’s Walk Around the World’, by Polly Letofsky – a courageous journey full of humanity, charity and spirit.
They plan to meet at Arabian Ranches Golf Club on Friday 18th November, 9.30am to discuss the book. New members welcome.
Literary Lunch Circle
The Literary Lunch Circle met last Monday in Coffee Club, Dubai Hills Mall, to discuss the classic, “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde. This was truly a very nice meeting with a lot of interesting takes and opinions by the members.
The book for November is ‘Small Things Like These’ by Claire Keegan. The next meeting is planned for November 21st.
The Shanghai Circle are now meeting back at Shakespeare’s and Co. in Arabian Ranches 1. Same day and time as before, 2.30-4.30pm on Fridays. If you would like to join them, please email Supriya: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
A second group, led by Supriya, meet to play ATF Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11am-1.30pm, email circles.rances.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Line Dancing
The new Line Dancing Circle are meeting on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Storytelling Circle
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
A big thank you to Avril for her article on the Enjo Coffee Morning.
Do you have something to share? Maybe an update on your circle group or your favourite place in Dubai or further afield? Photos appreciated along with updates or article.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Hair and Beauty are highlighted below:
New Discount – Paintbox Hair Ladies Salon, Arjan
Casa Havana Beauty Salon
20% Discount for 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 Palm Jumeirah Salon only
Shoreline Building 1, Palm Jumeirah
Tel: 050 5788506
(Media City branch has been relocated to Palm Jumeirah)
L’Atelier Hair and Beauty is now offering 20% discount on bills over 200 AED every day Motor City (Kojak Building), Springs Souk and Jumeirah Village Tel: 04 420 1946/04 420 3096 http://www.latelierhairdressing.com
Marquee – Hair Salon Offering 15% discount on Monday to Thursday 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
Sugar Beauty Lounge Sports City, Mall of the Emirates and Jumeira Lake Towers Monday to Wednesday:
20% reduction on all nail, body, skin care and hair treatments. 40% on Keratin, Botox, Collagen and Protein
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday:
20% on minimum spend of AED 250
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 on all days at Motor City branch. (Jumeirah branch now closed)
Happy Halloween! Wishing all Ranches Ladies great week ahead, with treats and no tricks.
Presentation on 1st November
We are delighted to have our first presentation this year for Ranches Ladies tomorrow – Tuesday, November 1st 2022, 10.30am at Larte, Studio One Hotel, Studio City.
HALO Middle East will give a talk on reducing toxins in the home. You can also learn about Enjo’s fast, efficient and environmentally friendly cleaning products. https://www.enjo.com/ae
Christmas Craft Morning
Ranches Ladies Christmas Festive Wreath making & festive coffee morning will be on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at Larte, Studio One Hotel in Studio City. Open to Ranches Ladies Members and visitors.
This festive event gives us the opportunity to make and decorate and take home your own personally designed wreath in the comfort of Larte together with guidance and quality materials supplied by Gorgeous Flowers of Dubai. Also enjoy tea/coffee and festive pastries.
Book now to celebrate our first post-covid Ranches Ladies festive morning and get into the festive spirit of the festive season.
For more information, please contact Josephine or email ranches.ladies@gmail.com. Book by 21st November to ensure your place.
Tuesday Mornings
Ranches Ladies are meeting every Tuesday morning for coffee at Larte Restaurant in Studio One Hotel, Studio City (across the roundabout from the back entrance of Arabian Ranches 1) from 10.30am – 12pm.
Please note, there are roadworks and road closures in the area of the 2 roundabouts which connect the back exit of Arabian Ranches to Studio City and Motor City and it is not possible to cross over directly to Studio City. Probably the best routes to reach Studio One Hotel from Arabian Ranches are via D61 (Hessa Street) or D54. More details of suggested routes have been sent on the RL members WhatsApp group.
Have You Renewed Your Membership?
If you have not yet renewed your membership, or you would like to join, you can do this at Larte Cafe, Studio One Hotel, Studio City on any Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 12 noon.
Please bring completed membership form, your Emirates ID (or passport if ID unavailable) and fee of 120 AED. Get more information and download the form on the membership section of our website: Ranches Ladies Membership and Renewals
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.
To join the Ranches Ladies Whatsapp group if you are a member, please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Wanted – Newsletter Contributions
Do you have something to share? Maybe an update on your circle group or your favourite place in Dubai or further afield? Photos appreciated along with updates or article.
Please email any items for the newsletter to ranches.ladies@gmail.com before midday on Friday for inclusion in the next Monday’s newsletter.
Volunteer for Ranches Ladies
We still require 1 or 2 volunteers to help update the website.
If you have any spare time and would like to find out how you can help, please email ranches.ladies@gmail.com or send a message on the RL members WhatsApp Group.
The number of Circles activities are increasing so it is not possible to fit each one on the newsletter every week. The new Circles Calendar for November is now available on the website for more activities.
Trip to Dubai Opera
Last Thursday, a small group of Ranches Ladies enjoyed a trip to Dubai Opera for the 25th Anniversary show of Riverdance, with some Arabic Mezzo before the show.
More trips to be planned in future months. Don’t miss out next time – follow this newsletter, RL WhatsApp group, Facebook and Instagram.
New – Crochet Circle
The new Crochet Circle, led by Debra, will start from 1st November, every Tuesday from 1-3pm and Thursday from 8:30-10:30am.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to join them.
International Lunch Circle
Carole is planning to restart the International Lunch Circle in November. The new plan is for lunches to be focused on International Festivals from members’ home countries. So, for November this could be Thanksgiving, or any other festival happening during November or December.
Volunteers are requested to help cook and host. Please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com if you would like to get involved.
Spanish Circle
The Spanish Circle, led by Maria, meet on Thursday mornings in Dubai Marina for beginners and Friday mornings for beginners and intermediates. If you would like to join them, email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Hiking Circle
Now the weather is less hot, The Hiking Circle have started again. Get out of the city and enjoy the natural beauty of the UAE.
Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
Walking Circles
Today, the Walking Circle are walking in Dubai Hills Mall. Meet outside Marks and Spencer’s at 9am to walk for one hour around the mall. Stay afterwards for refreshments and a chat at the small cafe inside M&S.
From Monday 7th November, they are planning to walk outdoors again, starting at 7.15am outside Costa Coffee Arabian Ranches 1 retail centre.
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
Last Thursday, the Art Circle, led by Rajul, followed their weekly painting session with a Diwali Celebration. They enjoyed wearing festive dress and some delicious Indian food.
The Art Circle meet on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon to learn new techniques and create beautiful paintings. New members welcome.
If you would like to know more, email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Mariana is teaching yoga – 8.30am on Fridays and 6.30pm on Tuesdays.
Email circle.ranches.ladies@gmail.com to find out more.
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 and there is space for more ladies to join.
Please email Email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com for more information.
The Shanghai Circle are meeting to play from 2.30-4.30pm on Fridays. They are now meeting back at Shakespeare’s and Co. in Arabian Ranches 1. If you would like to join them, please email Supriya: circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
A second group, led by Supriya, meet to play ATF Mahjongg on Tuesdays 11am-1.30pm, email circles.rances.ladies@gmail.com for more information
Line Dancing
The new Line Dancing Circle are meeting on Wednesday mornings at Studio One Hotel. If you would like to join please contact Carole or email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
Storytelling Circle
Circles Coming Soon
Some of our RL members would like to start new circles if there is enough interest. If you would like to join any circles, please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com
PaperCraft Circle
Hand Embroidery Circle
Saba would like to start a Hand Embroidery Circle, for ladies to stitch as a group and learn new techniques. Please email circles.ranches.ladies@gmail.com of you are interested.
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.
There have been some recent updates to the discounts section on the website, so please check for up to date deals.
Discounts for Food and Restaurants are highlighted below:
Hamptons Cafe
Arabian Ranches Community Centre 15% off all regular items (does not include packages). You must show your membership card https://hamptonsdubai.com
LARTE
20% off total bill Valid on a la carte items and not special promotions Studio One Hotel, Ground Floor – Al Qudra Rd – Dubai +971 4 581 6870 https://www.larte.ae/
Little Neighbourhood Restaurant
Food and Drink 20% food and drink
Shop No 6, Remraam Community Center, Remraam Dubailand – Dubai Tel: 04 876 9042
Xocolatl – Chocolate 15% discount and next day delivery on a min purchase of 200 dhs online Al Hana Center, Ground Floor Al Jafflia, Mankhool Tel: 04 398 4622 http://www.xocolatlme.com
For any enquiries or suggestions please contact our Discounts Co-ordinator: discounts.rl@gmail.com
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