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MPSN Connection Apr 2019

MPSN Newsletter for April 2019

APRIL 2019 - VOL. 3 NO. 3

MPSNCONNECTION

The Newsletter for the CCAD Medical Providers Spouses' Network

in this
ISSUE:

Ramadan Kareem ‫رﻣﻀﺎن ﻛﺮﻳﻢ‬ Upcoming
Events
The holy month of Ramadan is slated to commence on the evening of Sunday,
May 5th and end on the evening of Tuesday, June 4th.  It is when when Calendar
Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset for thirty days, and is a time of increased pg. 3
worship, spiritual reflection and giving. (More about how you can be a part of
some community charity efforts, on the next page!)  Club
information
If this is your first Ramadan in the UAE, there are a few guidelines to be aware
of.  Businesses and shopping malls have altered hours. Many restaurants are pg. 4
closed during the day, or will be covered with a black curtain. If they close,
they reopen after sunset in time for nightly iftar.  Please be aware that eating, Around town
drinking, and smoking in public areas not allowed from sunrise until sunset. pg. 4
The modest dress code is also more strictly enforced and playing loud music
and being disrespectful should be avoided. MPSN
Members
Ramadan is also a time to spend time with friends and family, and there will  Recommend
be CCAD iftars for the entire CCAD family. From the MPSN Team, we wish
everyone a joyous and blessed month! pg. 6

That Ramadan Spirit

Every year there is a community of CCAD families that put their hands and
hearts together to do charitable acts for people living in and around Abu
Dhabi.

Last year MPSN Events Director Dena Nusair spearheaded this effort, and
more than 600 care packages were made and distributed to those in need.
This year Dena is arranging food baskets that will supply a family of six with
food for one week. The cost of one basket is 150 dhs. The deadline for this
is Saturday, April 20th.

Throughout the month Dena will also be doing a used clothing drive
and collecting packaged meals to be delivered to laborers. Please contact
Dena at 054 414 3131 if you are interested in contributing.

LET'S GET TOGETHER! Bowl your

cares away!

Every second Tuesday
of the month
10:30 am

DID YOU KNOW MPSN is on Zayed Sports City Bowling Alley
Facebook and Whatsapp? Our
group name is MPSN Abu Dhabi.

If you would like to
be alerted about our events on
your mobile via Whatsapp please
text our communications director

Samala at 055 954 0841.

Upcoming Events

TENNIS LESSONS COFFEE MORNING: TOPIC:
MONDAYS 9 - 10 AM RAMADAN IN ABU DHABI
AL FORSAN CLUB MONDAY, APRIL 29TH
NEXT ONE MONDAY APRIL 10 -11 AM
22, 9 AM LOCATION TBA

Pick up a racket and get swinging with the Meet new and old members in a relaxed
MPSN Tennis club! These weekly setting where the topic will be about

lessons are 300 dhs for 4 lessons. For observing Ramadan in Abu Dhabi. For more
more information, whatsapp Dena information, whatsapp
at 054 414 3131.
Reema at +1 313 445 7979.

BOWLING ARABIC LANGUAGE CLUB hello
TUESDAY APRIL 23 WEDNESDAY APRIL 24 AND
10:30 AM WEDNESDAY MAY 1, 11 AM
ZAYED SPORTS CITY EASTERN MANGROVES

Turn up for some friendly competition with Learn how to speak conversational Arabic
pointers from our very own experienced with some of our talented members!
For more information, whatsapp
bowler, Dena! For more information, Nadine at 055 954 3686.
whatsapp Nadine 055 954 3686.
ZUMBA WITH ROULA,
GOLF LESSON MONDAYS AND
THURSDAY, APRIL 25TH WEDNESDAYS, 1 - 1:45 PM,
6 - 7 PM, SAADIYAT LAYAQA FITNESS CLUB
BEACH GOLF CLUB
Layaqa, the fitness club at CCAD, is
Join us for a one time golf lesson with a golf open for spouses during non-peak times.
instructor at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club.
Join us for this energetic class twice
105 dhs per person. For more information, weekly! Times subject to change during
whatsapp Samala at 055 954 0841.
Ramadan. For more
information, whatsapp
Samala at 055 954 0841.

Club Round-up

TENNIS CLUB FITNESS CLUB

WHEN: Mondays 9-10am WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays, 1 - 1:45
WHERE: Al Forsan Sports Club pm
COST:  300 dhs for 4 lessons  WHERE: Layaqa Fitness Club, CCAD
CONTACT:  Dena Nusair 054-414-3131 via COST: Layaqa registration
whatsapp CONTACT: Samala at 055 954 0841
ADDITIONAL INFO: whatsapp group link is ADDITIONAL INFO: whatsapp group link is
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CoSD1IfUrpU0eY2P https://chat.whatsapp.com/2TFcnxrvsWv8
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ARABIC LANGUAGE CLUB BOWLING CLUB

WHEN: Every other Wednesday at 11 am, next WHEN: Every second Tuesday of the
one on April 24 month at 10:30 am
WHERE: Eastern Mangroves WHERE: Sheikh Zayed Sports City bowling
COST: None alley
CONTACT: Nadine at 055 954 3686 COST: Fee starts at 16 dhs/game
CONTACT: Dena at 054 414 3131or
Nadine at 055 954 3686

LET'S GET TOGETHER! Bowl your

cares away!

Every second Tuesday
of the month
10:30 am

DID YOU KNOW MPSN is on Zayed Sports City Bowling Alley
Facebook and Whatsapp? Our
group name is MPSN Abu Dhabi.

If you would like to
be alerted about our events on
your mobile via Whatsapp please
text our communications director

Samala at 055 954 0841.

Around town...

MPSN MEMBERS RECOMMEND

We've asked MPSN members what some of their favorite places were around Abu Dhabi. These
included grocery stores, dry cleaning, cleaning companies, and other services. Though they are
often changing, most are neighborhood cornerstones and have become indispensable while living

in the UAE. Each issue we will add to this growing list of resources.

ladies hair salons

new section!

Haircare Beauty Salon Al Zeina Glamour
02 444 1181 02 555 9902
"CCAD has a hair salon and the "Kat is awesome, she takes time to get
hairdresser Firas is very good. He gives the highlight colors perfect"
a CCAD discount."
Sheraton Beauty Salon
Scintillia Skincare - Reem Island Branch 02 697 0273
050 697 6111 "Caesar is a fabulous hairstylist for cut
"Grace is really good and listens to your and color. A bit pricey, but worth it!"
requests."
A/C Maintenance 
Cleaning companies
Brooklyn General Maintenance
Delight Cleaning Service 055 289 8528
800 34 36 or 02 690 2800 [email protected]
www.delightifm.com Brooklyngm.com

Odd Jobs UAE Envida
02 582 6638 050 817 7829
oddjobsuae.com [email protected]
www.envida.ae
Solutions Hygiene
600 56 56 96 Hydrogulf
[email protected] 800 49376
www.solutionshygiene.com [email protected]
Hydrogulf.com
SMS
04 258 2425
Smsmaids.com
www.cobrafitnessuae.com

MPSN MEMBERS RECOMMEND

fitness gyms and studios sports clubs

Bodytree Studio City Football Schools
For pilates, yoga, barre, dance and kid’s Football training for boys and girls
classes. starting from 3 years of age.
www.bodytreestudio.com Locations Zayed Sports City, New York
University Abu Dhabi, and Emirates
Fitness First Al Seef Mall – Ladies only Palace. www.cityfootballschools.com
There are multiple Fitness First locations, but
this one is ladies only. Abu Dhabi Harlequins
uae.fitnessfirstme.com/find-a-fitness-club/abu- Rugby club at Zayed Sports City.
dhabi/al-seef-mall www.abudhabiquins.com

Haddins Fitness Center Al Forsan Club
Reach, maintain and exceed all your fitness A variety of activites, from watersports to
goals, located at Zayed Sports City. paintball and shooting.
www.facebook.com/haddins www.alforsan.com

Inspire Sports not sure where
A variety of dance and fitness classes to begin?  try:
including hip hop and ballet.
inspiresports.ae • Zumba with Hania at Inspire Sports.

Layaqa • BTB Bodytree Body classes at their
Gym at CCAD, offering classes and personal main studio and Saadiyat Beach Club.
training.
www.vfuae.com/team/layaqa • Haddins Primal at Zayed Sports city.

Cobra Fitness • The Formula 1 track at Yas Marina
Group classes, including martial arts, for men, Circuit is open on Tuesday nights!
women, and children. Bring your bikes, or come for a walk or
www.cobrafitnessuae.com jog with the family.

The Studio
A new yoga and pilates studio.
thestudiouae.com

MPSN MEMBERS RECOMMEND

playgrounds and parks

Umm Al Emarat Park Nurseries
This spacious park features a shade house, botanic
garden, amphitheater & large open lawn. The Redwood Montessori Nursery
Age group: All ages Multiple locations
Entrance fee: 5 dhs www.theredwoodnursery.com
Open daily 8 am - 12 am
www.ummalemaratpark.ae Oxford Nursery
Khalifa City
BOUNCE www.oxfordnursery.ae
A trampoline park at Marina Mall.
Age group: 3 years and up International Montessori School
Entrance fee: 80 dhs Between Bridges
Open Sat to Wed, 10 am - 10 pm; www.imn.ae
Thursday and Friday 10 am to 12 am
bounce.ae/abudhabi

Murjan Splash Park at Khalifa City Park Stepping Stones
Age group: all ages Multiple locations
Entrance fee: 45 dhs, under 1 meter height free www.steppingstones.ae
Open daily 11 am to 6 pm.

murjansplashpark.weebly.com Children's classes

Corniche Family Park Abu Dhabi Country Club - www.adcountryclub.com
Age group: all ages

Entrance fee: 10 dhs *Inspire Sports - www.inspiresports.ae
Open 24 hours

Adventure HQ Little Stars Sports Clubs - www.littlestarsabudhabi.com
Ropes course and wall climbing *The Royal Stables for horse riding - 02 445 5500
at Yas Mall *Advantage Sports UAE - www.advantagesportsuae.com
Age group: 4 years and up *Jump Sports Academies - www.jumpsports.ae
Entrance fee: starting at 65 dhs *Fourth Lane Swim Academy - www.4lsacademy.com
Open Sat to Wed, 10 am - 10 pm;
Thursday and Friday 10 am to 12 am
www.adventurezone.ae

*Neptune Swimming - Info@neptuneswim. com

* indicates that there are classes and activities for teenagers as well
as younger children.

MPSN MEMBERS RECOMMEND

Organic Markets Fruits and Vegetable

Ripe Markets Al Mina Fruit and Vegetable Souk
Find seasonal, organic and local produce at weekly Numerous stalls selling fruits, vegetables,
markets at Umm al Emarat Park. and dates. Open daily 7 am to 12pm
Every Saturday starting October 28th, 3pm to 9pm
www.ripeme.com The Market at Mushrif Mall
Located in the basement of Mushrif mall,
Ripe Pop-up Markets stalls of fresh fruits and vegetables are
Jones the Grocer, Al Raha Gardens available. Open daily 9 am to 12 am
Every Monday, 10 am to 1 pm
The Collection, St Regis Saadiyat Island Fresh Fish
Every Friday 10 am to 3 pm
www.ripeme.com Mina Fish Market
Fresh fish is brought here daily. Located near
Al Rahba Organic Farm 182 (IRG Organic Farm) Dhow Harbour. Open daily 8 am to 11 pm
Pick your own organic vegetables.
November to May, every Saturday 6 am to 5 pm The Market, at Mushrif Mall
Bring your own bags. Cash only. Chickens and turkeys An extensive indoor fish market, with live fish
available with one week prior notice, call 02 641 6500. tanks. Open daily 9 am to 12 am

Yas Farm Butcher Shops
Organic chickens, turkeys, ducks, along with raw goat and
camel milk available. The Market, at Mushrif Mall
Open daily 9am to 9pm A wide array of cuts of meat, all in one
Delivery to Abu Dhabi costs Dhs 25, Please order three location. Open daily 9 am - 12 am
days in advance, call 055 973 3337.
Luqman Butcher
Mawasim Organic Market Part of the Al Mina Port Market. Call
Fridays, 2 pm to 8 pm on the ground Level of WTC Mall ahead for orders, 055 297 4541
Saturdays, 11 am to 3 pm Boutik Mall, in front of Waitrose. Open daily 8 am to 11pm

Farm Box Springbok Butchery
Have organic produce delivered to your door. Quality meats delivered right to your door.
farmbox.ae/about-us www.springbokbutchery.com

MPSN MEMBERS RECOMMEND

LAUNDRY SERVICES If you have any suggestions,
additions, corrections to the
Alessia Couture Dry Cleaners MPSN Members Recommend
www.alessiacouture.com
02 555 2088 - Specializing in high end and couture section, let us know at
garments, they will collect and deliver. Located in MPSNSecretary.com
Musaffah.
Every effort has been made to
Jeeves Dry Cleaning provide accurate and timely
www.jeevesofbelgravia.co.uk/stores.abu-dhabi information.  Dates and
02 666 3755 - Specializing in dry cleaning, laundering, timings are subject to change.
alterations, repairs, home furnishings, shoe repairs,
couture and handbag restoration. Collection and delivery
available. Located in Khalidiya.

Al Rafidain Laundry
www.rafidainlaundry.com
02 666 4313 - Commercial and personal dry cleaners.
Collection and delivery to most areas of Abu Dhabi.
Multiple locations.

The Laundry At Qaryat al Beri
02 558 1670 - Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Al Maqta.

White Cat Laundry
www.whitecatlaundry.com
050 925 5346 - Offering collection and delivery, there are
several branches.

The Mission Statement of MPSN is to connect and support CCAD
physician spouses and their families, offering a platform to engage in
organized activities, while welcoming new members. To contact the

MPSN, please email [email protected].

If you would like to be involved in the monthly newsletter, or have
comments, suggestions, events or recipes to post, please email

Samala at [email protected].


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