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Hello !
How are you enjoying the summer ? Long lie ins without a school run to do… quieter roads… easier parking… Summer Surprises. We used to see a mass exodus from Dubai but not any more ; so many of us stay, at least for several weeks.
First things first then… what are we going to do to keep the little darlings entertained ? We have compiled a list of summer schools and activities and there’s lots of choice. You’ll also find our interview with e-sports who offer a huge range of sports activities for both children and  adults, in DubaiPod. Congratulations to the Dubai Pod Stars for comming first in their division! Click here for full results.
The malls are awash with Summer Surprises, and really… as anyone who has been here for a few years will confirm, the weather is pretty mild ! It could get worse before it gets better so whilst you can still enjoy an early evening swim, get out and enjoy it ;-)
And ok so its hot and the beach isn't as appealing as it might be, all the better timing to get Slim in the City with PowerEat, so you'll be ready when that bikini weather comes around again ;-)
We are delighted to introduce you to some tremendous services, new to the site. Especially with the newcomers in mind, we welcome Relogulf relocation services and Jumeirah Living, who offer short-term rental solutions – 3 days to nine months – with special launch offers and Indigo Living for all your furnishing needs. For both sales and rental see Link Up Property Services, Exclusive Property Rentals & Rickerby Martin Property Services. Despite the constant building, the property market remains tight so our best advise is to plan ahead as far as you can, and work with reputable agents who won’t waste your time. You’re in your new house, and now you have to furnish it. Well the good news is there are lots of sales on!
The primary concern for many newcomers is finding school places. It used to be so difficult but with many new schools opening over the last few years, the situation had relaxed. Population growth has continued however and its getting tight again, particularly for primary places so if you know you have a good chance of moving to the region, or even a slim chance…, then contact schools now and get your children’s names down on the lists. You’ll find more information on our Education page and for nurseries, in the ExpatMums&Tots section. This month we have been along to look at GEMS Royal Dubai in Mirdif and GEMS World Academy in Barsha. We also met with academic experts involved with setting up the school and recorded our interview for DubaiPod.
COMPETITIONS !
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Congratulations to last month's competition winners : Brenda Almamlouk |
Some great events last month; thanks to Times Square Mall for hosting the ExpatWoman Craft Fair. It was a great morning and we will be back there again in November. We still have several unclaimed prizes (link to the thread on the board) so check out the thread on the Information Board to see if you were a winner. We had  great feedback from our Volvo competition winners who enjoyed the Defensive Driving course at The Autodrome…. there’s something else you could do this summer. And thanks too, to all who presented at the coffee mornings in June…. Future Health, Home Matters re wills, Marks & Spencer for the vouchers ;-), Desert Diamonds & Atlanta Vision re. Lasik eye surgery. Jude is very tempted… as am I… but I’m waiting to see if Jude has it done first !!! One of our team has gone one step further and would like to warmly recommend Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery. I will say no more, but she is looking radiant these days, and very happily shopping for new swimwear ;-)
Judy came up with the bright idea of writing Readers' Stories.... a quick glimpse into the lives of women like you and me, who have for whatever reasons, ended up here in Dubai. We will launch a new section in the new site, and for now we're starting with Gillian's Story, Marta Story
The coffee mornings are still running, as are ExpatMums&Tots and ExpatBumps&Babes. You don’t think you’re a coffee morning sort of a woman ? No, no-one ever does ! But if you are interested in meeting other women who are interested in meeting other women ;-) then these mornings are very good place to start. The hosts are all very friendly and welcoming, and will be happy to introduce you to others.
Amongst other things, for September, we are also working on a New to Dubai Morning, Outlet Mall Trip and the Lloyds Small Business Course.
So have a great July !
Jane
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ExpatWoman Events
For more information on these and all other events, keep an eye on What's On, make sure you're on the mailing list, or email events@expatwoman.com
There is so much going on this month, you really need to keep an eye on the Whats On Page everyday!
So, it's another busy event filled month at ExpatWoman. And don't forget all our regular Coffee Mornings at MOE, Mercato, and Festival City!
If the Whats On UAE page shown on the left hand menu doesn't have the details you need email events@expatwoman.com
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ExpatWoman Coffee Mornings
Marks & Spencer at Festival City is our new Coffee Morning venue hosted by the lovely Dawn! Come and visit us at the Lounge on the 1st Floor for wonderful coffee and tasty M&S pastries, and keep an eye out for monthly presentations and events on the Whats On Page.
Mall of the Emirates located on SZR holds a weekly Monday Coffee Morning at St. Maxim's Cafe, located on the 1st Floor near Kempinski Hotel. Dawn is our lovely hostess for the morning, so whether you are new to Dubai or want to catch up with old friends over your regular coffee, come along and enjoy a great morning!
Mercato Coffee Mornings run weekly on Tuesdays at Costa Coffee on the Upper Level, opposite the cinema. Judy & Helga are the delightful hostesses for these mornings, so come along and join other ladies for relaxing time, with a coffee/tea and yummy pastry!
ExpatMums & Tots has a fab new meeting place at Cool Times Soft Play area at Dubai Festival City. Meet up with Danielle, your hostess, for a great time for mums and kids alike! So much more than soft play!
Sophie runs the Bumps & Babes at Gloria Jeans (Ibn Battuta) one week and now at our great new venue, Caribou Coffee at Times Square Center the other week. See the Whats On page for the full schedule.
Helen covers Sharjah Coffee Mornings in Al Qasba and is developing an interesting programme of events for ladies there. This is a rapidly developing area for us as we know so many people are moving to this part of town. See here for more details.
Not sure which one is for you ? For more information about any of the groups, email events@expatwoman.com |
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