Quarter 2 Newsletter - The Lofts

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COMMUNITY NEWS THE LOFTS

ISSUE 2 2019

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ISSUE 2, 2019 COMMUNITY NEWS

RAMADAN IN YOUR COMMUNITY

A month for our unsung heroes Over 96,000 Iftar meals were served at mosques across Emaar’s communities, while residents made the most of the opportunity to say ‘thank you’ to the service providers.

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A month for our unsung heroes It’s because of them that our landscaping is perennially green, the streets are forever clean and the community is always safe. And what better time to appreciate their efforts than the season of giving?

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Service providers from all over Downtown Dubai were invited to share Iftar meals with Emaar Community Management staff during the Holy Month of Ramadan, with over 1,300 cleaners, gardeners, security personnel and MEP staff attending the week-long initiative. “It was touching that ECM staff hosted us for Iftar,” said Sunita Tamang from Nepal, “It’s such a friendly community to be working in!”

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Across all Emaar communities, mosques served free daily Iftar meals. Gardeners, cleaners, MEP and security staff sat down with residents and their families to break their fast and share a meal together.

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Beit Al Khair boxes located outside community mosques were ďŹ lled with clothes, while staff from Emaar Community Management ofďŹ ces donated boxes of food in association with the Royati Society.

The streets glowed with decorative lighting, celebrating the binding communal spirit and harmony that permeated all corners of the neighbourhood.

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ISSUE 2, 2019 COMMUNITY NEWS

DOWNTOWN DUBAI BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT

Rizwan Abbas from South Ridge is the 2019 champion!

Battles were won and lost at the billiards room in Old Town Island, as over 25 residents dueled for glory.

After a hard-fought finale, Rizwan Abbas – last year’s runner-up – claimed the crown.

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WHAT’S NEW FOR THIS QUARTER

Prepare to be floored If you’re planning any family get-togethers, kids’ parties or celebrations, now’s a great time we’ve just replaced the flooring at the multi-function room! Remember, you can book the room by logging onto your community portal.

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RECYCLE TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW BE RESPONSIBLE AND SORT YOUR WASTE TO ENSURE BETTER REUSE AND RECYCLING. RECYCLABLE Paper, plastic bottles, plastic bags, glass and aluminium containers

RECYCLING TIPS

NON-RECYCLABLE Waxed paper, styrofoam, diapers, metal, crystal , ceramics textiles and inflammable substances

Rinse your jars, bottles and cans clean and dry.

Avoid throwing cardboard/paper covered in oil.

Shake plastic bags to clean of residue.

Recycling bins are located at your communityʼs parking areas

Avoid recycling items that are heavily soiled.

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FLICKS, FOREHANDS AND SMASHES GALORE

Downtown Dubai Badminton League Think you have what it takes to go up against Downtown Dubai’s toughest? Register today, and battle through the rounds to claim the trophy! Reach out to your concierge to book your place.

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5 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR HOME COOL THIS SUMMER

Your windows can be an inlet for hot air. Keep the curtains and blinds shut and check all seals periodically.

Keep all doors closed as far as possible. By reducing the volume of air your AC needs to cool, it saves energy by working more efďŹ ciently.

Activities like ironing, washing and cooking can generate heat.

Do them at a cooler time of the day.

Turn on the exhaust fan after your shower. This helps get rid of rising hot air quickly.

Use cotton for clothing, bedsheets and pillow covers, instead of heavier fabric such as silk or polyester.

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REMEMBER 'BUSS' FOR A SAFER HOME.

STAY SAFE FROM FIRE AVOID SMOKING ON THE BED; THE EASILY FLAMMABLE BEDDING INCREASES THE RISK OF STARTING A FIRE.

NEVER LEAVE UNATTENDED CANDLES ANYWHERE AROUND THE HOUSE.

SOAK FRAGRANT WOOD CHIPS AND THEIR COAL IN WATER BEFORE DISPOSING OF THEM. ENSURE THAT CIGARETTES ARE FULLY EXTINGUISHED WHEN YOU STUB THEM OUT. SMOKING WHEN TIRED INCREASES THE CHANCE OF FALLING ASLEEP WITH A LIT CIGARETTE IN HAND.

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PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

Let your pictures do the talking!

Win four tickets to Reel Cinemas’ Motion EFX Theatre – send your entry, name and community to events@ecm.ae under the subject line ‘PHOTO CONTEST’.

Topic: Shades of Summer Deadline: 1 August 2019

ISSUE 2, 2019 COMMUNITY NEWS

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BRAIN BASH

Can you crack our riddle?

Use the clues to solve our riddle and stand a chance to win two tickets to The Exclusive Back Stage Tour Experience at Dubai Opera.

You’ve seen me sit, up in the air, On what I think, is the tallest chair, In a place so damp, it’s never dry, no matter how dark or bright the sky.

WHO AM I? Send in your answers before 31 July along with your name, community and age to events@ecm.ae with the subject ‘BRAIN BASH’.

Open to kids under 10 years.

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THE HOME AID BOX Q. I’m getting a musty odour in my home. How do I get rid of it?

A musty smell is generally associated with the presence of mold, when humidity is higher.

1. Inspect all pipes for leaks. If you find damp spots around the house, call a reliable plumber to take a look.

2. If you’ve been away, the drain pipes may have dried up allowing sewage gases to seep into your home. Pour water down all drains if the odour seems to be coming from them.

3. Setting your air-conditioning too low in the summer can cause excessive condensation in the inner walls, leading to mold growth in and around the duct chambers. If the odour is coming from the AC vents, call a reliable service provider to inspect the vents.

4. Indoor plants can release odour as they rot if they have been overwatered or not been tended to. Prune any rotting parts of your indoor plants.

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JUST DIY IT NEAT AND TIDY UPHOLSTERY

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Keep your home upholstery fresh and vibrant with a few quick tips.

Stained carpets and sofas Get rid of fresh stains by covering it with a generous amount of baking soda and leave for a few hours. Vacuum it clean and see the difference.

Carpet depressions Place ice-cubes on the carpet indentations to bring them ‘back to shape’. Use a toothbrush to restore its volume.

Mildew growth Use a three percent solution of hydrogen peroxide to get rid of any mold or mildew growing on your furnishings.

Pet hair

Dampen a rubber glove and drag it along the furniture to essentially wipe the hair away.

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Paranormal Activity

Our teacher told us about phantom power today, dad! Did you know most electrical appliances use power even when turned off?

Is that so?

That’s interesting, son!

So what do you plan to do about it, Adam?

DAD, I already went around the house and unplugged anything that wasn’t in use!

Good job, son! You wouldn’t happen to have unplugged our new TV too?

Yes, so I guess I won’t be returning the TV after all.

Of course, dad! I thought of everything.

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997

Ambulance

998

Police

999

Al Ameen

800 4888

Dubai Municipality

800 900

Taxi (RTA)

800 9090

DEWA

991

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800 EMAAR (36227)