Fitness -
Health - Dance
Swimming Lessons at Chiang Mai Land Pool. Instruction in
English & Thai. 1000 baht for 20 lessons (Instructor only). 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 Center 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 for the most important woman in your life.
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
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
Siam Spa 3rd Floor Hillside 4. Special Summer Package Promotion. 3 hours
only 1500 baht for further info Tel 053-404-451
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 stay For further info visit website
www.compeung.org
Pansia Gallery Mahidol Road Exhibition called “Love is Roses” until Monday 6
August. Daily 9am – 6pm except Sunday for further info call Tel: 053-202-779
Sports
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.
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 Formula One 5th August live on the Tele from
Budapest. 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.auathai
land.org/sit/index.html
YMCA offers 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 Road Soi 5th August workshop Mono printing
from 10am until 4pm 1200 baht includes materials. For other private lessons
including pottery acrylic painting please contact. Reservations in advance
required Tel 053-894-250 email
artjiqoo@gmail.com
Music
Elvis Memory at the Chiang Mai Orchid Hotel 25th August
from 7.30pm until 9.30pm Elvis Memory is performing ‘Come back night’ in the
Royal Orchid Ballroom. For tickets contact Information Desk Chiang Mai
Orchid Hotel or further info Tel 053-222-099 or 0846873986
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 info www. myspace.com/won_gen and
www.blindsideonline.com
Payap University Piano club of Chiang Mai is performing Mozart at Mae Kao
Campus on 3rd August starting at 7.30pm. Free entry.
Payap University Contemporary Chamber Music of Japan, Thailand and 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 on 25th
August starting at 7.30pm Program consists of work from Brahms, Boccherini,
Bizet and Busser.
Free Concert
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 25 August DJ night party from 9pm until midnight
350 baht including 2 cocktails or house wines. For further info or
reservations Tel 053-999-999
JJ Markets Talent Competition Kamptien Market on Friday 10oth of August 7pm
until late, 3rd round live o TITs Radio. Audience gets to vote who wins.
Food and drinks available. Plenty of Parking. For further info contact Mrs.
Pingkaew 053-231-520
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
Mi Casa Soi Wat Padaeng Sutep Road. From July 30th until
August 5th Special 4 course meal 480 baht from Chef Kike. On August 12th
Complimentary homemade dessert for Mothers to celebrate Mothers Day. For
further info or reservations call Annie on 053-810-088 or 0895364540
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
run 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 Road Tuesday night special Mexican Fiesta
Night. Mexican food and Margaritas for more info Tel: 053-818-603
Indian Curry Lunch at The Pub on Huay Kaew Road. Every Tuesday at 11:30am
Indian curry is served. Must make reservations by Monday; for more info
contact Grahame Tel: 053-211-550
Riverside Restaurant Dinner Boat Cruise. Leaves the restaurant at 8pm. After
boarding at 7:15pm you can order food and drinks from the restaurant menu.
Very popular cruise, reserve your table Tel: 053-243-239
Hell’s Kitchen Bar-B-Q, now located in Anusarn Market ‘All you can eat’
Buffet Sunday’s from 4pm – 8pm and Mondays from 6pm – 10pm 250bht per person
Featuring charcoal grilled pork ribs, chicken and a variety of US southern
style side items.
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.
August is the month of ‘behind the scenes’ starting with; August 4th ‘Inside
Deep Throat’ 2005 by director Fenton Bailey/Randy Barbato. August 11th ‘The
making of Star Wars III’ 2006 by Gorge Lucas
Alliance Francaise De Chiang Mai 138 Charoen Prathet Rd. Friday 3rd August
starting 8pm ‘Les Quatre Cents Coups (1959) by Francois Truffaut with
English subtitles. Friday 10th August ‘Jules Et Jim’ (1962) by Francois
Truffaut English subtitles.
