Fitness -
Health - Dance
Swimming Lessons at Chiang Mai Land Pool. Instruction in
English & Thai. 1000 baht for 20 lessons. For further info Tel Manop
0899981759
SALSA and other dance Latin, ballroom, Argentine Tango in
the Chiang Mai University area. Contact: llgalloway@gmail.com for
information and details
Aerobics Class at Hillside 4 Fitness Centre Huay Kaew
Road, everyday from 6 to 7pm costs 50 baht. For further info Tel:
053-225-984.
Shopping
and Sales
Gecko Books announces the opening of new branch. Night
Bazaar Books opening in Loi Kroh Rd next to the Chiang Mai Saloon in July.
Also an annex next to the main book shop in Soi Chang Moi Kao (across the
street)
Oasis Spa offers Mothers Day Gift special. Choose from
any one of 4 Spa special Packages to treat her to a day of luxurious
papering. Mom will enjoy the quiet moments and joyful relaxation only 2500
baht net until 31st August. Buy a Gift voucher get free Mother's Day Spa
Gift. Please contact Oasis Spa Call centre 053-815-000
Gerard Collection Nimmanheiman Road opposite Soi 1. 30% -
50% discount while stocks last for further details tel 053-220-604
Nandakwang Nimmanheiman Road opposite Soi 1. Mid year
sale until the 31 August
Tawan Décor on Nimmanheiman Road Soi 1. 20% discount
until the end of July for further info Tel: 0818818949
Gongdee Gallery on Nimmanheiman Road Soi 1. 10% discount
until 20 August of Gongdee products. On Saturday & Sunday's 50%
discount Hollander Pictures for further info Tel: 053-222-230
Ginger Shop Nimmanheiman Road 50% discount on Men's
clothing until end of July 2007
Exhibitions
ComPeung During August Japanese artist Tatsuo Inagaki
will be in residence at ComPeung developing a community based project
involving kids from the local temple school. The public is invited to visit
Compeung during Tatsuo's residency. For further info visit website www.
compeung.org
Alliance Francaise An art exhibition entitled
"Buddhist Art for Aids" opened July 17th. There is a collection of
24 paintings; 12 by novice monks studying in temple schools in Northern
Thailand and 12 by Shan refugees living in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. For
further info contact Brian Hubbard Tel: 053-409-418
CMU Art Centre An art exhibition entitled "Myanmar
Contemporary Art" from 11th July - 30th July, 9am-5pm featuring the
works of 30 Burmese Artists. Opening ceremony 10th July at 6pm. Free
Admission. Info Tel: 053-218-280
Art Space Ji-Qoo Nimmanheiman Rd Soi 5. Exibition called
"SHOT" from 1st-30th July. 5 photographers/artists; Bjorn Slis
(Netherlands) Stefan Breton (Canada) Steve Tinsky (USA) Jatturong Sartkhum
(Chiang Mai) Ded Chongmankong (Bangkok) For further info Tel: 053-894-250
Pansia Gallery Mahidol Road Exhibition called "Love
is Roses" until Monday 6 August. Open daily 9am - 6pm except Sunday
for info call Tel: 053-202-779
Sport
Horse Riding at Laddaland Stables Canal Road. Lessons
available. English and Thai speaking. For further info contact Tom
0818820271 or email laddaland@gmail.com
Cricket at the Gymkhana Club. Coaching sessions at the
practice nets for youngsters every Sunday morning from 9am until noon. For
more info contact Peter on Peterdaw@cm.ksc.co.th
Go Kart Racing at Chiang Mai Speedway Stadium on
Chiangmai-Hang Dong Road. Sunday 28th July from 8am until 5pm for further
info Tel: 053-430-059
Tennis Players Chiang Mai University Doubles players
required in the 3.5 to 5.0 range to play Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday (or
anyone of the days, starts at 8:30am) for further info please call Neil Tel:
0890262802
UN Irish Pub 24 Ratwithi Rd Friday 27th until Tuesday
31st July; Cricket 2nd test between England and India on the television. For
further info Tel: 053-214-544
Rugby Chiang Mai Rugby club welcomes new players for
practice. For more info email Huw at huwbutler@athenasiamlrd.com
Horse Racing Located between the Tribal Museum and the
Lanna Golf Course. Every Saturday from 12:30pm until 5pm
Ultimate Frisby behind Saitantham Gymnasium Payap main
campus every Saturday starts around 4pm. For further info contact Mark at magershey@yahoo.com
Courses -
Lessons - Classes
AUA Language Centre 73 Ratchadamnern Rd. S.I.T. TESOL
course term starts 8 August until 4 September. For info
http://www.auathailand.org/sit/index.html
YMCA Essential Thai every weekday afternoon. Monday:
Shopping, Tuesday: Restaurants, Wednesday: Travel, Thursday: Directions,
Friday: Asking for help. For further info Tel: 053-221-819 or
cmymcaschool@ymcachiangmai.org
Photography in plain English. Learn the basics, improve
your current skills, or learn to convert from film to digital. All classes
are private and can be scheduled for any day of the week. For further info
contact Steve Kramer 0819527378 or steve@photoenvisions.com
Private Tutor. Learn to speak or write Thai. Located in
the Huay Kaew Rd area. Rates: 150 baht per hour. Contact Ms. Pah 0898538186
Private Tutor. Learn to speak or write Thai. Located near
CMU. Rates: 150 baht per hour. Contact Ms Daa 0867880406
Hillside 4 Thai conversation classes twice a week Tuesday
and Friday afternoons (next to the restaurant) for further info contact
Elena at orientalphoenix@gmail.com
Computer Club at Tuskers Bar Chaiyaphum Soi 1 Free advice
and information between 1-3pm on Tuesdays. For further info contact Chas
Tel: 0871804665. www.tuskersbar@gmail.com
Smart Cook Thai Cookery School offers day courses from
9:30am or dinner courses from 4:30 until 8:30pm for 800 baht. For further
info call Mac Tel: 0861863468 or www. chiangmaismartcook.com
Bugarissimo Voice Tutors contact Narat Rueangyot (English
spoken) Tel: 0896356355. B.A. Music (Voice), UK Certificate Vocal
Consultant, Singing teacher
Art Space offers drawing and painting classes for
beginning and intermediate levels. We also organize on-going live
model sessions every Saturday morning from 10-12:30 pm. Art Space is
located behind Suriwong Book Center at 43/10 Kampheangdin Road, Soi 3.
For more information please contact Chadwick at artspacecm@yahoo.com or Tel:
0840417982.
Art Space Ji Qoo Nimmanehiman Rd Soi 5 Mosaic workshop
held July 28th - 29th 2500 baht for two days including materials.
Reservations in advance required Tel 053-894-250 email artjiqoo@gmail.com
Music
Sinativa Spa Club Terrace Nimmanheiman Road Soi 9. 10th
Anniversary Celebrations. 27 July 6pm until 10pm. for reservations or
further info Tel 053-217-928 or www.sinativaspaclub.com email;
vital7@csloxinfo.com
Simon Cabaret Show next to Novotel Chang Puak Rd. CLOSING
31st July - last few days. One show per night at 8pm. For further details
Tel 053-410-321 info@simonchiangmaicabaret.com
Blindside Swedish rock band on a world tour will be
performing at Kad Suan Kaew on 2nd August. Tickets are available now at Kad
Suan Kaew Information desk on the 1st Floor. For further info
www.myspace.com/won_gen and www.blindsideonline.com
Munro's 45 Nimmanheimann Road Soi 11. Cabaret show.
Closed Mondays. 8.30-9.30pm Duet. 10pm Floor Show featuring Ruby Munro. For
further details reservations Tel 053-895-209
Payap University Piano club of Chiang Mai is performing
Mozart at Mae Kao Campus Payap University on 3rd August starting at 7.30pm.
Free entry.
Payap University Contemporary Chamber Music of Japan,
Thailand & Europe. At Khaew Nawarat Campus(opposite McCormick
Hospital)Payap University on 4th August starting at 7pm Tickets 200 baht
students half price.
Payap University Flute/Harp Duo performing at the Mae
Khao campus Payap Univiersity on 25th August starting at 7.30pm Program
consists of work from Brahms Boccherini Bizet & Busser. Free Concert
Club IX. At the new Club IX (ex Athena) Nimmanheiman Road
23 Soi 9 Free entertainment by popular soloist; every Thursday, Friday &
Saturday evening during July. For further info contact Paul Tel: 0817178522
Jazz Jam Sessions at the North Gate Bar on the inside of
the moat next to the Chang Puak Gate. Every Tuesday evening from 9pm until
midnight.
Irish Folk Music at The Pub on Huay Kaew Road 4th Friday
of every month. No cover charge. For further info contact Grahame Tel:
053-214-554
English Folk Music at The Garden Rachadamnoen Road 'The
Waterman' performs every Wednesday from 8:30pm along with 'Chiangmai
Folk'. Also Sunday nights is Blues night at The Garden on the Sunday
walking street from 8:30pm for further info contact
tim@thegardenchaingmai.com
UN Irish Pub Every Wednesday Jazz night from 9pm 'New
City Gurus' at 24 Ratwithi Rd. Tel: 053-214-554
D2 Mix Bar Chang Klan Road Saturday 28th July. Monthly DJ
party from 9pm until midnight 350 baht per person includes 2 free cocktails
or house wines for further info or reservations Tel 053-999-999
Quiz nights
UN Irish Pub 24 Ratwithi Rd. Quiz Nights Every Thursday
- for further details Tel: 053-214-554
The Pub on Huay Kaew Road. New Quiz night Every Friday
- General knowledge quiz starts 8pm teams of 4 or less. Prizes for winners
and runners up. For further info telephone Grahame Tel: 053-211-550
The Olde Bell 25/1 Loi Kroh Rd. Quiz nights Every Tuesday
8.30pm first question - so arrive earlier. Further info pedrfawkes2@hotmail.co.uk
Dining Out
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai. Is hosting a Pio Cesare
Winemaker Dinner on Saturday 11th August. Cost is 1900 baht + + starting
with a reception at 7pm followed by dinner at 8pm in the Terraces
Restaurant. For reservations contact the Food and Beverage Office Tel
053-298-181 fb.chiangmai@fourseasons.com
Girasole Restaurant Ratchdamoen Road (Sunday Walking
Street) New vegetarian eatery operated by Stefano of La Gondola fame
Holiday Inn (formerly the Sheraton) Daily excluding
Mondays from 11am until 2.30pm. Unlimited Dim Sum with daily set menu 399
baht. Authentic Cantonese Chef. For further info contact 053-275-300
The Dukes 49/4-5 Chiangmai-Lamphun Rd Tuesday night
special Mexican Fiesta Night. Mexican food and Margaritas for more info Tel:
053-818-603
Le Crystal Sunday dinner buffet nights during month of
July. From 6:30pm until 10:30m for 1800 baht p/person. For reservations:
053-872-890.
Mi Casa Soi Wat Padaeng Sutep Road. July Promotion Chef's
tasting menu 7 courses 800 baht or 4 courses tasting menu 480 baht from
Spanish Chef Kike. For reservations and further info Tel 053-810-088 or
0895364540. Open daily
Indian Curry Lunch at The Pub on Huay Kaew Road. Every
Tuesday at 11:30am Indian curry is served. Must make reservations by Monday;
Grahame Tel: 053-211-550
Riverside Restaurant dinner boat cruise. Leaves the
restaurant at 8pm. After boarding the boat at 7:15pm you can order food and
drinks from the restaurant menu. Very popular cruise therefore reserve your
table Tel: 053-243-239
Dinner at the Amari Rincome Hotel Nimmanheiman Road on
the 4th of August to vote on which charity or charities to support for the
4th Annual Charity Rooftop Party to be held on 12 January 2008. Costs 450
baht per person - For reservations and further info contact charity rooftopparty@gmail.com
Films
Film night at the CMU Every Saturday at 7pm, 2nd Floor of
the Media Arts and Design building Chiang Mai University's Arts Museum.
July is the month of singing movies... 28th July; Moulin Rouge 2001 by Baz
Luhrmann. August is the month of 'behind the scenes' starting with
Inside Deep Throat 2005 by director Fenton Bailey/Randy Barbato
