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THE GREENS & VIEWS COMMUNITY NEWS ISSUE 1 2021
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Safety in unity:
stronger together
Slowly but surely, life in our city is
marching back to normalcy – and it’s
our responsibility to ensure we take
the precautions that support our
government’s tireless efforts.
While you wear masks and practice
social distancing, we urge you to
remember the below guidelines.
1. Household staff must wear their
masks properly (covering their
nose and mouth) at all times in
the community.
2. Gathering of staff members from
different households in the
common areas is not permitted.
3. Social distancing of at least 3
metres must be adhered to at all
times in common areas.
4. Personal items like bicycles, shoes,
and strollers should not be left
outside the home.
To ensure a safe environment for
everyone, staff members found to be in
repeated violation of these guidelines
will be asked to leave the amenity.
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Head out to work out!
Get set to take your gym sessions
outdoors – a brand new outdoor
exercise area has opened up in your
community next to The Backyard! And
there’s some great equipment you
won’t find in your indoor gyms!
STRENGTH ENDURANCE
Pull-up bar: Battle ropes:
for your lats our favourite!
Dips bar Flipping tire:
not easy, this
Lunges
one!
platform: to
tone your
thighs
Rows bar: for
your back
Abs bench
Don’t forget to keep masks on except
during strenous exercise – and
remember, the same gym rules apply
here too.
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
EPL 2021:
An unforgettable
cricketing spectacle
The stage was set for a thrilling
tournament, as the 2021 Emaar
Premier League kicked off at the ICC
Academy in Dubai Sports City. The
nine teams, comprising almost 100
residents in addition to 45 staff and
service providers, battled it out from
15 January to 13 February through the
group stages and knockout rounds.
After an intense round of semi-finals,
defending champions ECM pulled
through against Green Thunders while
Green Gladiators emerged victorious
against Super Heroes. The two titans
set the ground ablaze during a fiery
final, as Green Gladiators batted first
and racked up a mammoth score of 183.
After a rocky start that saw ECM lose
three vital wickets, Waleed Ahmed –
the security guard – (who also won
the ‘Man of the Series’ award) and
Shihan Thundekar – a pool lifeguard –
stepped up to guide the team to
victory. It was a perfect game to cap
off a memorable series, in the
tournament's 10th anniversary!
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Kids’ Origami Contest
Are you the master of fashioning things out of paper? From sprawling castles to little animals,
go ahead and show us what you’ve bent, tucked and folded into life – the best entries win an
exciting prize!
Send us two photographs of yourself beside your creation before 05 May, to events@ecm.ae
along with your name, address and mobile number.
Open to kids below 15.
Congratulations to our winning ‘ginger builders’ – your lovely
gingerbread homes look like the perfect cozy retreat for the
gingerbread man!
Thomas Vihaana Jia
Mira 4, Reem The Springs, Emirates Living Al Reem 2, Arabian Ranches
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
PESTS LOVE IT WHEN YOU DO THIS
What happens: What to do:
Odours linger in the common areas for hours, even after the mess Ensure the bags are tied securely, so there’s no spillage.
is removed. The stench can permeate nearby homes too.
Pests are attracted to the free spread, releasing pheromones that Be mindful of sharp items - they may hurt the handlers too.
attract even more critters. The pheromone trails within walls can
last months.
Always throw the bag down the chute – never leave them
on the floor.
Leaks or overflowing bags can spill on the floor, causing stains
and visibly disfiguring the community’s aesthetics.
All touchpoints in your community including the garbage room Do not stuff too much into one bag, as it may cause blockage
door handle and chute handle are sanitised every two hours with a of the chute.
Dubai Municipality-approved disinfectant.
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
P-leash follow
this rule!
Your community loves pets. We
understand that they’re an important
member of your family. But when it
comes to walking them in the
community, we must insist on leashes.
Let’s tell you why a leash is important:
1. Consideration – Elderly residents,
young children, individuals with
allergies and others might be
intimidated by pets’ exploratory
behaviour.
2. Safety – Startled pets may suddenly
run onto roads without warning or
cross paths with cyclists, which is a
major safety hazard.
3. Health – Wandering pets might
nibble on landscaping – but a number
of plants native to the city are not
friendly to pets’ tummies.
4. It is the law – Walking a dog without
a leash is punishable with a fine of
AED 10,000. Fines can reach AED
100,000 if the pet is involved in
an attack.
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
We’re coming for –
your junk!
Wondering how you can get rid of that
worn-out couch or broken treadmill?
You can now get it picked up right
from your doorstep – for AED 0!
We’ve partnered up with two service
providers to help you get rid of any
unwanted bulky waste that you’re
having a hard time eliminating.
• You can call either Take My Junk on
800 JUNK (5865) or Remove My Junk
on 055 549 1122.
• Things they’ll pick up for free include
furniture, kitchenware, exercise
equipment, electronics, bicycles,
carpets, cardboards and more.
• Things you’ll have to pay to get
picked up include green waste,
construction waste, broken
wood/glass, and sun-damaged items.
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Up close & personal
with Quiad
He’s the man who keeps a close eye on your community lake,
ensuring that the water is always clear and beautiful.
We caught up with Muhammad Quiad from Pakistan, who
has been the lake supervisor for seven years.
Why he loves it here: “The people here are very peaceful and
friendly, and all my colleagues have a cheerful attitude that
makes coming to work every day a positive experience.”
What a typical day’s like: “I begin the day with a prayer and a
healthy meal to energise me till afternoon. After work I like
to chat with my family.”
On his family back home: “I miss my family a lot especially since I have not been able to visit them during the last
year – but everyone is safe and I thank the Almighty for that.”
His ambitions and dreams: “The most important thing for me is securing a good future for my children – I want to
make sure that they grow up to be very successful people who don’t face any stress.”
His plans for 2021: “I hope to try and take some time off this year because I do miss my hometown a lot –
hopefully the travel situation will improve in the coming months!”
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Can you crack our
crossword?
1
Put on your thinking caps and try to work your way through the
clues. The first five to solve the crossword win exciting prizes! Send 2 3
your answers to events@ecm.ae with your full name, address and
mobile number before 05 May. 4
Down 5
1. The watchful guardian at your pools.
2. The perfect spot for a mini-garden, but not for storing boxes.
3. Create this online before heading for a sports court.
4. A luxurious stone that's abundant in your community's entrance.
7. The long metal tube you feed with your household rubbish.
8. We've replaced most of the regular lights with them.
6 7 8
Across
5. The tiny room that carries you up and down.
6. The planet smiles when you do this!
9. Probably the most excitable family members!
9THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
THE HOME AID BOX
Q. One of the electrical outlets in my unit is not
working. How do I fix it?
1. Check if it is connected to a wall switch that may have not been
turned on.
2. Once this is determined, inspect the circuit
breakers and reset any that may have turned off.
3. A blown fuse may have also disrupted power to
the outlet.
Do not attempt to insert any long artifacts into the
outlet – call a reliable electrician if you are unable to
resolve the problem.THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
JUST DIY IT
SPOTLESS VACUUMS, INSIDE AND OUT
It helps you keep your home spotless, but when does the vacuum get its own wash?
1 2
Here’s how you can get through this 15-minute task.
Empty the main Use a pair of scissors
chamber/canister and use to cut free any hair,
a disinfectant solution to string or yarn trapped
wipe the inside clean. in the beater bar.
3 4
Wipe the fabric If your vacuum
beneath the beater bar contains filters, make
with a microfibre fabric. sure you remove and
rinse them.
5
Add a couple of drops of
essential oil to a cotton
ball and pop it in your
vacuum’s canister for a
fresh scent every time
you clean.THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
The Greens & Views' Youth Group expressed their appreciation for our tireless service providers, with
a delightful artwork of the community's everyday heroes—your service providers thank you, kids!THE GREENS & VIEWS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Useful numbers
Fire 997
Ambulance 998
Police 999
Al Ameen 800 4888
Dubai Municipality 800 900
Taxi (RTA) 800 9090
DEWA 991
Emaar Toll Free 800 EMAAR
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