Clubs

If you have a passion for making movies using film or video, and are looking for others who have similar interest - then ‘IndieClub’ is the community for you. Whether your interests lie in acting, directing, producing, writing, lighting or any other skill that is associated with making great film or video, join for free. Need more info about the Chiang Mai ‘IndieClub’? Email: dreammakers@loxinfo.co.th

Official English Toastmasters - Be one of the charter members of the official USA Toastmasters Club in Chiang Mai by contacting: Mr. Krit at tel. 053 861 511, or Mrs. Margaret at tel. 053 247083.

Nature Walk with the Bearhugs Club at Kum Naresuan (formerly the Erawan Resort) – Maesa Valley. Join the Bearhugs Club for nature walks in a private sanctum. Communicate with nature in a heavenly environment. “In Rhythm with Nature, we throttle along … And if we are happy, we sing a song … The birds and the bees, look out from the trees … And maybe a monkey will come for some … Say, cheese…” Warm up for reassembling: the Mango Family Acoustic Rock Band – we use real rocks! Join the fun every Sunday 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Free to members only – please show your cards at the gate. For membership call 09-8555923 (single 1000 baht/year – family 1500 baht/year). Members with dogs may bring them along – but they must be kept on a leash at all times! Please bring own refreshments. We walk even if it is raining.

Dining

Loy Krathong BBQ - The Grillstation on Charoenpathet Road, opposite the Porn Ping Hotel will have take away BBQ from Friday, November 7 until Sunday, November 9 for a very special price. BBQ grilled sausages on rolls, french-fries, steaks, even draft beer to take along while you walk to the river to let your Krathong float!

Are you pining for some homemade breakfast before hitting the town? Or maybe a light lunch? Stop in at Petri’s, a small neighborhood restaurant, opposite Kad Suan Kaew. Toast, homemade pita bread, juice, butter, jam, coffee as much as you like plus a big selection of breakfast items to choose from. Like Swedish potato pancakes with bacon or an omelet with cream stuffing of shrimp, ham, bacon or mushroom. All served for only 95 baht.

La Gondola Restaurant, located at the Riverside Garden of Rimping Condo (next to Nakornping Bridge), now features a Weekend Pasta Buffet at 189 baht (children 129 baht), every Saturday and Sunday from noon until 3 p.m. Phone 053 235 942 for reservations.

Sunday Brunch is back! By popular demand, the Amari Rincome Hotel has re-introduced the famous Sunday Brunch, which is now more deliciously tempting than ever before. So, forget about your diet for one day and spoil yourself with a cornucopia of special delights created by the executive chef from Ireland, Adrian O’Herlihy. Make a reservation at La Gritta Restaurant and enjoy unlimited gourmet treats for the whole family. Every Sunday from 11.30 – 14.00 hrs. Adults 350 baht, children 200 baht net.

Do you need a special birthday cake? European style? To Nobody Restaurant offers cakes for any occasion, anybody and in any style. Just order 3 days in advance with Chef Joerg at 053 214 483 or come by the restaurant to do it in person.

Education

Childbirth Preparation Classes - Especially for first time parents who are interested in the Bradley method, Juanita Duong, Diane Smith and Lori Rowe work together to teach a series of two 2-hour classes that will help prepare a couple for the birth of their baby. After the birth, one of these nurses will also do a follow-up visit to answer any newborn questions as well as assist with breast-feeding if needed. Contact Raintree Community Resource Center (053-262-660) if you are interested in the classes, which are offered free of charge.

Environmental education for free! Chiang Mai University’s Forest Restoration Research Unit is pleased to announce that its new education program can provide free training and extension services to schools and other community groups in forestry and other environmental issues. Discover biodiversity along a forest trail, learn how to grow trees at our nurseries or join a tree planting day. Classroom events or field workshops; 1/2 day to 3 day programs to suit your needs. Contact forru@science.cmu.ac.th or call 053 943348 or 053 943346 x 1134 or 1135.

Free Aerobic Classes - Chiang Mai Municipality is teaching aerobic classes free of charge. Monday through Friday at the old municipality sports stadium (gym 2) between 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Entertainment

Thai Folk Puppets - Chiang Mai University’s Center for the Promotion of Arts and Culture is sponsoring a Thai folk puppet exhibition and performance at the Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Center (the building behind the Three Kings Monument). The exhibition will run from now to November 9, Tuesday-Sunday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The actual puppet shows will be held on Saturdays, November 1 and 8 at 6:00p.m. For more information call 053 217 793.

Alerting all music lovers: Baan Chulasai presents ‘Sunday Matinee - Music In The Garden’ by Xavier Pitijet Vichitporn (flute). When and What: Program 2nd November 2: Easy Listening All Time Great Songs; November 16: Romantic for Flute; November 30: Melodies for Flute; December 14: Christmas Tunes; December 28: New Year Celebration. Where: at Baan Chulasai Sundays at 3 p.m. Call for reservation and directions to 053 273 746.

AUA Auditorium presents Classical Highlights on Saturday, November 1 at 18.00, played by Mr. Gabriel. No entrance fee. Limited seating. More information from AUA, tel. 053 211 377.

Gongdee Studio presents a violin recital by the renowned Japanese duo Hikotaro Yazaki (violinist) and Naoko Kato (pianist) on November 6 at 19.30. Entrance fee is 450 baht. For more information call Gongdee Studio at 053 225 032.

Wanted: Singers! Can you sing? Would you like to try out for Chiang Mai’s only community choir? Contact Ellen Clark, choir secretary, on 053 309 187 (office), 053 853 265 (home), 01 883 2423 (cell), or email ellen@loxinfo.co.th

Saturday jazz at the Amari Rincome Hotel - each Saturday at 6.30-10.00 p.m., La Gritta Restaurant at the Amari Rincome Hotel, Chiang Mai arranges a live jazz performance by Daeng Fantastic team of four. Listen to jazz favorites down the years, and enjoy a specialty theme buffet created by expert chef, Adrian O’Herlihy. Bring along family or friends.

The Blue Note, a high class music club on Lamphun Road, offers music for music lovers. Swing, Bossanova, Blues, Soul and Jazz on a very high level but at a very agreeable volume! For reservations call Gunter or Wassana at 053 249 912 or just drop by. Blue Note is open daily from 7 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Events

Cinderella on Ice will be shown from November 9 until November 18, at the Ice Skating Hall of the 700 year Complex in Chiang Mai. Ice skating enthusiasts as well as children of any age will be able to see a most colorful show. Tickets are 300, 500, or 700, baht. Show times: Monday–Friday daily at 6:30 p.m., Saturday and Sundays: 11.30 a.m., 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. More information can be obtained from Kad Suan Kaew Ground floor information desk or by telephone from 053 224 444.

Remembrance Day, Tuesday November 11 - A remembrance service will be held at the Chiang Mai Foreign Cemetery, on Tuesday November 11 in memory of all those who gave their lives in war and the service of their country. A two minute silence will be observed at 11.00 a.m.; the silence will be preceded by a non-denominational service, commencing at about 10.45 a.m. After the service visitors are invited to the Chiengmai Gymkhana Club for refreshments. The Chiang Mai Foreign Cemetery is on the Chiang Mai – Lampoon Road, about 1 mile south of Nawarat Bridge, opposite the Electricity Company offices.

The Chiang Mai Buddhakasetra Foundation will arrange a Shoalin Martial Arts Elite Performance runs through November 2nd at Sport Stadium 1 of the 700 year Sports Complex. Tickets are priced at 500 baht (VIP), 200 baht and 100 baht. All incoming money will go to financially support 660 poor students’ tuition fees as well as food. For more information or tickets contact 053-414245 or 414096.

Gabriel Guljakin, a German pianist, plays his 3rd piano concert at AUA Auditorium, called ‘Classical Highlights’ on Saturday, 1st November 2003 at 18.00. He will be accompanied by Khun Napat and Khun Sarawit and they will present the Sonata facile of Mozart, ‘Pathetique’ of Beethoven as well as pieces from Schubert, Chopin and Rachmaninoff. No entrance fee. Limited seating. More information from AUA, Tel. 0 5321 1377.

Attention everyone in Chiang Mai - you are invited to the annual Grace International School Rummage/Yard/Garage Sale! In addition to used items for sale, there will be delicious hamburgers/hot dogs/desserts/shakes. There’s a car wash for your convenience. Special note: There will be a special Christmas Corner featuring NGO’s with unique and fun items for sale. When? Saturday November 1 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Where? Grace International School, Hang Dong Road before the Samoeng Road intersection. Look for signs to the World Club and to Grace International School. Want more info? Call 053-442-186.

Services

Looking for a wheelchair? Hopefully not! But many poor disabled children in Chiangmai are. So why not donate one for only 7000 baht? Visit the Freedom Wheelchair Workshop across from the Chiangmai Disabled Center, 133/1 Rajapakinai Road, Chiang Mai (near Thapae Gate).

Laundry and Internet service, traditional Thai massage, Thai language courses. You find it all at the Chiangmai Disabled Center, 133/1 Rajapakinai Road, Chiangmai (near Thapae Gate).

Tune-in to the English language radio program ‘Helping Hand’, broadcast daily from 7.30-9.00 pm. The program can be heard on Radio Thailand Chiang Mai FM 93.25 MHZ, and provides useful information to both Thai nationals and foreigners alike.

To the South

The Tourism Authority of Thailand will present the world premiere of “Katya and the Prince of Siam”, a two act ballet, at the Thailand Cultural Center in Bangkok on December 13, with additional performances on the 14, 15, and 16. The ballet will be performed by the Kremlin Ballet Theater. The ballet was inspired by the book, “Katya and the Price of Siam” by Narisa Chakrabongse, and it the love story of a Russian girl and Siamese prince. After Bangkok, the ballet will premiere in Moscow. The performance is being organized by International Cultural Promotions and further information should are listed with Thai Ticket Master.

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