CCCC Community Announcements

Many helpful recommendations from folks who have lived right here in our own community for years went into pulling this information together, along with volunteer efforts from the Family Connection Foundation, Community Resource Foundation and sponsorship of local churches (like CMCC and CRF). Hopefully what you find in our publications will help make living in Chiang Mai just a little easier…

Criteria

• • Please post your event, trainings, jobs, yard sales ONLY in the CCCC FaceBook group. But NO rental properties please (unless you are a tenant who is subletting).

  • For rentals: Only in our Community Resources Housing Rentals section (not FaceBook) are landlords, owners and real estate agents allowed to post once-a-year Rental announcements. However, if you want to use FaceBook to advertise, then try one of these other FaceBook groups (Note: these FB groups are NOT in any way associated with nor operated by the CCCC): Farang Chiang Mai Real Estate, House for rent in Chiang Mai or Rent & Sale House in Chiang Mai

  • For buying/selling items

Please only use our ‘sister’ group (do not post any items or collections of items for sale in the CCCC FaceBook group whatsoever -- including cars). Instead use:https://www.facebook.com/grou…/ChiangMaiChristianBuyandSell/ or use one of the many other Chiang Mai selling-focused groups listed in our Transitions section.

Note: you are permitted to post yard sale events in our FaceBook group which list a specific date, time and place (include a map if possible).

• • Kindly refer to the CCCC Policy for other criteria.

  • The Chiang Mai Christian Community Classifieds was established in 2001 to help oversea volunteers, and Thai workers to navigate living in Chiang Mai. It is a means of helping people help one another -- whether finding a job, sharing useful suggestions about local resources, finding an inexpensive place to live, or locating a helpful service. Many Thai people have found gainful employment using this community service and folks have now used our free interactive Chiang Mai Community Map more than 80,000 times (50K in just the latest edition, a non-profit effort sponsored by Thai foundations and local churches and created using standard Google copyrighted tools). The CCCC volunteer team still continues to "tweak" this Community Resources webpage periodically. If you would like to tell friends about this helpful community service, just have them web search “CCCC Latest”.

To subscribe to the popular announcements that many in our community post on the CCCC Classifieds FaceBook group please join ‘CCCC Classifieds’ at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ccccclassifieds/.

If you have an important upcoming event, please be sure to post your event only in our FaceBook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/ccccclassifieds. We typically include the kinds of events which one would find listed in an online church bulletin -- including a home that you leasing or renting and want to sublet while you are away temporarily (Note: please be sure to specify it is a sublet so folks will know you are not an owner/landlord/agent).

We will continue to update this Community Resources web page periodically as an archive and compendium of helpful Chiang Mai community information -- useful as an orientation guide not only for those who just arrived but also as a resource for those who live here throughout the year.

News Around Town

Local Resources & Announcements

• • Chiang Mai Resource Guide - Lori Rowe, CCCC advisor, has released her latest Chiang Mai Resource Guide. Contains a rich assortment of helpful topics touching on many aspects of Chiang Mai living -- prepared by someone with an extensive background from which to draw in working with others. [She and her husband, Bruce, raised their family here and have faithfully served this community for more than 20 years.].

Immigration Updates and Online Help

• • Immigration Online 90-day Reporting Link - Immigration's online reporting site has been a great time saver with many now using the CCCC online help guide to complete their 90-day notification reports (approx. 85% reported success rate).

  • Chiang Mai Immigration’s Calendar provides updates when Chiang Mai Immigration is scheduled to be closed on a business day M-F: http://www.chiangmaiimm.com/th-th/2016-06-05-07-26-37/2017-02-13-11-29-42.html (Note: you can also scroll forward to see future month holiday closures as well).

  • TM.30 Reporting Cycle - See Immigration Help. (Note: some have reported they needed to provide a copy of the TM.30 report receipt in their passport when extending their authorized stay in Thailand (referred to by some as their "visa renewal").

Transitions

The CCCC has assisted many families over the years who are going through transition, not only when they first arrive but also when the time comes to finally leave. For those wanting housing please see Establishing a Place to Live below or perhaps post of a short description of what kind of a home and when you are looking to move to Chiang Mai in our CCCC FaceBook group.

Establishing a Place to Live

• • See our Housing Rentals section or Housing Services such as Expat Homes.

  • Also be sure to check the CCCC FaceBook group for current sublets.

  • For furnishing a home, refer to our CCCC FaceBook page for any current Moving Sale event announcements or go to Chiang Mai Christian Buy and Sell to find individual items that others are selling.

Moving/Household Clearance/Yard Sales

For Buying and Selling Things kindly use Chiang Mai Christian Buy and Sell (our sister FaceBook group) or one of these other sites Farang Classified Advertising Chiang Mai, SecondhandChiangmai, SeconhandChiangMai, Chiangmai Used Secondhand Apple Products, Chiang Mai Buy, Sell, Swap, ThaiVisa Classifieds, Ebay Thailand, Baht&Sold, or ThaiVisa Classifieds

Selling/Buying a Vehicle?

See Vehicle Sales Services in Chiang Mai that can help sell your vehicle for you as well. But, please do not post any vehicle sales in the CCCC FaceBook group -- including motorcycles! (instead use Chiang Mai Christian Buy and Sell).

Sublets & Housing Services

Please Note: Only if you are a non-owner renter or leasee, you have permission to post your sublet announcement to our Facebook group as well. However, landlords/owners and agents should only use and post their house, room and condominium rentals in our Housing Rentals section below (ONCE A YEAR).

Also see our Housing Rentals section (or Housing Services such as Expat Homes.)

Housing Wanted

• Best to post your housing requests in the CCCC FaceBook group.

Living in Chiang Mai

• • Join our CCCC FaceBook Group to learn of the many local events going on in our community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ccccclassifieds/ ;

  • Get a copy of the 82-page booklet "Helpful Hints for Getting Settled in Chiang Mai” published by the Chiang Mai Community Church. Many have used this for their introduction to Chiang Mai. Cost: 50 baht -- one of the best guides for Chiang Mai living you can find. Here is how to find a copy.;

  • See Lori Rowe’s latest Chiang Mai Resource Guide. Contains a rich assortment of helpful topics touching on many aspects of Chiang Mai living -- prepared by someone with an extensive background from which to draw in working with others. [She and her husband, Bruce, raised their family here and have faithfully served this community for more than 20 years.];

  • Refer often to the valuable CCCC Community Resources or Chiang Mai Community Map to help you find over 1000 useful tips and places around town. Google has told us these have been used by thousands over the years living here in northern Thailand and throughout the world;

  • Exactly when do you have to next report to Thai Immigration? Click here to visit our Immigration Services Help. It may clear up your responsibilities for reporting to local Immigration authorities. See our recent updates to the TM.30 Reporting Cycle;

  • See hints for setting up Banking in Thailand;

  • While most of us may not like to think about contingencies, please be sure that you and your family have sufficient health care coverage in place. Self-insuring too often proves impractical and fails, especially if you should fall unconscious from a sudden injury or serious illness. Family and friends are stuck with having to quickly raise or obtain the needed funds. If you work as part of an organisation/foundation, they should give you further guidance in this area. (Note: the CCCC Classifieds team has no affiliation with insurance agencies and other than listing a few service locations, along with hundreds of other businesses on our community map, we do not give specific recommendations -- other than to say you need to have reasonable health provision.) FYI - typically health care costs are lower at local government hospitals rather than private, and there are highly regarded medical and dental teaching hospitals in Chiang Mai (see Hospitals). Your country embassy may be able to assist with communications in an emergency -- once again, please Register Online with Your Embassy... for the sake of your loved ones as well!

  • Your Embassy Online Registration - go to your passport country’s Embassy listing in Community Resources Consular Affairs/Services.

Community Map and navigating in Chiang Mai

About the CCCC Map - what started as a local home grown effort several years ago has developed into a veritable repository of accumulated community-wide shared knowledge of over 1200 Chiang Mai locations. Current map usage recently passed 50,000 views (10,000 new views in just 7 months). The map’s "hidden" value can be uncovered by clicking various place mark icons -- you will discover hundreds of contributions from folks in the community — including tips, suggestions, and helpful hard-to-find info. --> Search "CCCC Map" or go to sites.google.com/site/ccccrecent/home/chiang-mai-map-cccc.

Chiang Mai Community Map - Where is _____? How do you find _____? | Click Search and submit a place, key-word or item you would like to locate, such as “Immigration”, “residence certificate”. Be sure to select “See all __ results” to display all locations and results. Tips: to uncover underlying info, click any of the symbols on this interactive map to see background, directions and photos. Zoom in and out as necessary to reveal surrounding details. Thousands make use of this latest version of the free CCCC Map. Click Here or web search for “CCCC Map” (also works on many mobile devices).

Use the CCCC CM Area Map with Real-time Navigation - if you use a mobile device that has Google Maps, when you open our CCCC Chiang Mai Area MAP in Google Maps, you should be able to obtain navigation routes, directions and travel times to various places. Note: mileage may vary depending on your Wi-fi connection and data plan.

Indoor Google Maps - many already know they can use Google Maps Indoor Maps to view the floor plans/store layout at either Central Festival or Central Airport mall. if you have the latest version of Google Maps installed on your iOS mobile device, you can also view interior floor plans using the Chiang Mai Map - CCCC.

National Preparedness

A helpful guide called “National Preparedness Month” has been prepared by ready.gov. While admittedly geared to life in the U.S., their excellent Make-A-Plan advice is directly adaptable to expats living overseas (Translations available: العربية | 中文 | Español | Français | हिन्दी | 日本語 | 한국어 | Pусский | Tagalog | Tiếng Việt) | If you do nothing else, register online with your own embassy here in Thailand (21 different countries). Lastly, consider this article “How to Deal with a Crisis Overseas” from GOV.UK. Tailor your plan as necessary with information from your embassy. (09/06)

Register Online with Your Embassy Now

Please see CCCC Community Resources Consular Affairs/Services or see the travel advice page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand | Note: if you know of other consular links that could assist your fellow citizens living abroad, could you kindly let the CCCC team know by writing crfthailand@gmail.com. Special thanks to the good folks at the CEC for their thought-provoking topic “Does Your Embassy Know How to Contact You?”, and also for their helpful links for the British Commonwealth. (08/2016)

Action Items

Community Activities & Bible Studies

Note: While most of these items are now listed in our FaceBook group, please also see a number of ongoing meetings listed below.

Activities, Events, Studies & Sports

Note: For Seminars/Community Events/Trainings/Conferences

• • Please post any and all events or trainings only in our FaceBook group (so these will receive immediate community attention). While the CCCC Community Resources continues to serve as a stored reference of community knowledge, most readers now use our FaceBook page to see and post current and future happenings such as trainings. You are still welcome to post ongoing activities here.

Regular Community Meetings/Studies/Events/Playgroups (Ongoing)

(Following may include both religious and secular community activities)

Bible/Church/Prayer Meetings (now listed in our FaceBook group but here are a few more).

Community Bible Studies (CBS) in Chiang Mai. “Everyone in the World ... in the Word”

Education Series

Regularly recurring series of lectures (not necessarily endorsed by the CCCC)

Playgroups

Community

• • Chiang Mai Expats Club (CEC) - meets for breakfast on the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings of each month at River Market restaurant from 9:30 - 11:30 am for a buffet and informal chat time. People from all nationalities are welcome. Once a month they have a General Meeting with an organised program and speaker at Le Meridien Hotel, on the 4th Saturday morning of the month, 10:30 am - 12:00 noon. Arrive at 10 am for coffee and light refreshments. Website: www.chiangmaiexpatsclub.com/ -or- www.facebook.com/pages/Chiang-Mai-Expats-Club/286223608211692 | --> Contact: info@chiangmaiexpatsclub.com

Helping One Another

• • Al-Anon meetings - Are you one of the people affected by someone else’s drinking? Friends and families of problem drinkers find understanding and support at Al-Anon meetings. There are two Al-Anon meetings a week. Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. and every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Seven Fountains Retreat Center Huaykaew Rd, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300 Write Ruth at: ruthelea@gmail.com

  • Alcoholics Anonymous - If you want to drink, that's your business. If you want help to stop drinking, that's our business. 2-3 AA meetings a day, 7 days a week, call us at 0821862518 We are here for you. The Alcoholics Anonymous group meets at 134 Kongsai Road, San Pacoy Business District, for a more detailed map visit our website at http://www.cmigaa.org/Directions.html Now - Dec 31 2016 --> Call at 082-186-2518 (3/2016)

  • Narcotics Anonymous - Chiang Mai Group : **Drug Problem ? If you want to stop, maybe we can help.** Narcotics Anonymous meets at different locations and times 7 days a week (listed on the website) For Information, Call us at Narcotics Anonymous 24 Hour Help line English: 082-811-2686 or Thai: 087-569-6969 or visit Our Website http://www.na-thailand.org/

Athletic Events & Kids Sports

• • Women’s Community Basketball Every Thursday at 5pm at the Chiang Mai International School gym, women exercise and have fun by playing basketball together. Any skill level is welcome so come join us! High school girls (16+) are welcome as well. Email Hanni at hoppel@cmis.ac.th for more info.062-125-9410

  • Chiang Mai Runners - Please check the Chiang Mai Runners Facebook page for notices on races and other information

  • Chiang Mai Softball - Come join us for a pickup game every Sunday afternoon at 1:30pm near Payap University. Find us on Facebook for more details or contact darindunn@gmail.com. We have bats and gloves, just need you!

Books/Chiang Mai Orientation/Reading Materials

• • CMCC Center (formerly known as the Raintree Library) is now closed, but trainings still sometimes take place there. The booklets "Helpful Hints for Getting Settled in Chiang Mai" and "Giving Birth in Chiang Mai" are also still available at the CMCC office. There are also maternity clothes to borrow for expecting mamas. Contact administrator@cmcchurch.org to arrange pick up during weekday office hours. | PHOTO: Google Map streetview of CMCC Center car park | → Call 053-244-820

  • CLC International Book Store Chiang Mai -We stock Bibles, Christian books, tracts, cards, gifts, music and many DVDs. All items in Thai and English. Many English books have been reduced to clear. New stock of mission, reference,and Bibles have been added recently. If we do not have what you are looking for, we will do our best to get it for you. We are located at 276/10 Tung Hotel Rd, T.Watgate, A.Muang, Chiang Mai 5000 (near the bus station). We are open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm www.clcthailand.org. We will gladly do a book table at your conference, retreat, camp or church (contact Don Veldboom don@veldboom.com )| --> Book shop: 053-240447, clccmthailand@gmail.com

  • Sinai Christian Bookstore has good selection at great prices! We stock English imported Bibles and books, Thai Bibles and books, Tribal language Bibles and books, imported and local music and DVDs, cards and an amazing gift shop. We now have board games like Settlers of Catan and much more. We even take special orders. We are out toward Sansai, near the small Sansai Tesco Lotus on the second ring road intersection (Sankayom intersection). We have large, convenient parking, on a main street, with convenient hours 10 am - 7:30 pm, Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm Saturdays. Click the link for a map to our location or call (053-350-230) or find us on facebook for more information. "Sinai Christian Bookstore . . . helping you meet with God." ( <>< T/E )

  • English-Thai Dictionary of Christian Terms and Bible Words - Great for learning words and phrases used in Christianity that are not normally found in general Thai language dictionaries. Available at CLC and Sanai Christian Book Store. Also available online at Amazon and www.suksabai.com. http://suksabai.com/pub/product/english-thai-dictionary-of-christian-terms-and-bible-words-revised-edition/# | --> books@suksabai.com

  • (Closed) XYZ5Star Bookstore - Books, English language - [Note: this store has been closed since early fall 2017 (owner was out of country). Check with his FaceBook page to see if it should re-open: www.facebook.com/jack.kosko.3?fref=gs&hc_location=group_member_profile -or- write the owner, Jack, at xyzjackcnx@gmail.com |

Banking in Thailand

• • Transferring Funds - As you may already know, two of the largest banks in Thailand are Bangkok Bank (BB) and Siam Commercial Bank (SCB). There are also many other banks from which to choose (you may want to ask a friend about their experiences with various banks.) For receiving funds from your home country, be aware that wire transfers, while a relatively safe option, also can be expensive. For Americans, Bangkok Bank has the unique convenience of having a New York branch where you can use more inexpensive EFT (ACH) to transfer funds directly to your account here in Thailand, thus circumventing expensive wire transfers. In fact, this method is deemed secure enough by the US Social Security Admin. for them to make regular monthly direct deposits to one's BB Thailand acct. number. (The main requirement in the later case is that the BB account must be in the name of the SS recipient only.) You can also use this method to receive joint account transfers from a U.S. bank or credit union as well . Upon receipt, the Bangkok Bank - NY branch will transfer these funds directly to your Thailand BB acct. For charges and methods, see Bangkok Bank’s Fund Transfer website. (If the U.S. SS option is something you would ever want to look into, be sure to bring your Soc. Scty. card with you when you come to Thailand -- Note: if you list a Thailand address with the U.S. SSA, they may send you their annual SS Form 7162 to verify “If you are still alive?”.). [Also note that other countries have their own rules and requirements to qualify for their retirement pensions or social benefits, such as, you must return to your home country for so many days each year to remain qualified (to our knowledge the U.S. does not impose such a requirement). Check with your home country government.]

  • ATMs - Of course, you can also use ATMs to receive funds from your home country. However, be warned -- these fees can quickly add up! Thai banks impose heavy fees of 150-200 baht-per each ATM transaction! While some banking institutions back in your home country may reimburse you for some of these fees, others might add a Foreign Bank fee. Credit card and ATM companies also will deduct an additional 1% international fee or give you a low THB exchange rate. Monitor your home country and Thailand banking statements (many are available online). [The worse case which we have heard was one person who was naively surprised at the end of their first year that they literally had paid out thousands of baht (and hundreds of U.S. dollars) in fees!] Charles Schwab is one company in the U.S. that will reimburse these fees. There are others as well-- check with your home bank or credit union. [Note: Others please share information or suggestions how to transfer funds inexpensively from other countries -- please let the CCCC team know the details by writing us at crfthailand@gmail.com -- thank you.]

  • Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Checks: Personal checking is not popular in Thailand. Thai banks may reluctantly accept personal checks for deposit but impose high fees of 300 THB or greater per check and usually have long float periods before crediting these to your account. Some Thai banks will let you set up Electronic Fund Transfers with utility companies here to pay monthly bills (you can also pay some bills at Central Festival, a local popular shopping mall, and at some 7-11s). Larger banks may also offer online transfers even to accounts at other banks. Most Thai banks can also issue you a debit ATM card which you can conveniently use at major stores. International MasterCard and Visa cards are both readily accepted (but again watch for those creeping international charges). Some credit card companies will not only waive their international fees but will reward or credit a percentage of all purchases back into your account (even for foreign purchases you make in Thailand). Please see this helpful article from Money Crashers: "7 Things to Consider When Using Credit Cards Overseas" - http://www.moneycrashers.com/using-credit-cards-overseas/

Chiang Mai Resource Guide

Chiang Mai Resource Guide - Lori Rowe, CCCC advisor, has released her latest Chiang Mai Resource Guide. Contains a rich assortment of helpful topics touching on many aspects of Chiang Mai living -- prepared by someone with an extensive background from which to draw in working with others. [She and her husband, Bruce, raised their family here and have faithfully served this community for more than 20 years!].

Cleaning Services

• • Bliss Mae Baan Network - FaceBook - Mae baan service. See: www.facebook.com/blissnetworkcm/

  • BeNeat Professional Home Cleaning Service - ph. 092-757-2999 | See following article from CityLife: http://www.chiangmaicitylife.com/citylife-articles/find-professional-cleaners-in-your-area-with-beneat-co/

Clothing Services/Tailors

• • Clothing Services - Genesis International Tailors is a custom-tailoring business for all adult members of your family. They offer custom-made, trendy and quality clothing at reasonable prices. They have proven track record of many satisfied customers. Started in 2008 as a Christian business, they regularly support local churches, humanitarian and outreach ministries with their profits. They are located at Shangri- La Hotel, Level 1, Chang Klan Road, Chiangmai downtown area close to Night Bazaar. Operating hours : 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Monday - Saturday) Tel. 053 233 750, 080 491 5050 Websites : www.chiangmaitailors.com, www.genesistailor.com Email : genesistailors@gmail.com , info@genesistailor.com Facebook page : GenesisInternationalTailors. Trip Advisor : Genesis International Tailors

Community Needs - Donations Requested

• • Is your family complete? I will take used maternity clothes to pass along to the newly pregnant—contact lori@thaicrc.org .

  • Blood Donations - Chiang Mai Red Cross (MAP) 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Please see https://www.facebook.com/ChiangMaiBloodBank/ for schedule.

Computer/Electronics Services

• • Movaci Technology – We provide managed IT services for workstations, servers, and network security, optimization and management. We also offer helpdesk support, hardware solutions VoIP phone systems, high-speed fiber internet, and security consulting and auditing. We are your one-stop shop for all things “IT”. Give us a call at (053) 920 555, email sales@movaci.com, or visit www.movaci.com http://www.movaci.com/

Conferences/Meetings/Training Facilities

• • Accommodation for Teams - Do you have teams coming? Let us help you and at the same time you'll be helping us. "The River" is a Christian Community Development Foundation and Training Centre in HangDong. Our 28 room Hotel on Chiangmai-Hot Road, just 500m walk from Big C HangDong 2, makes transport and food easy! Great swimming pool, large grounds, play areas and friendly staff who are part of our training. Good rates and your patronage helps support The River work in Thailand. | --> reservations@theriver-hd.org

  • Great Team Building Location - The Grove is a multi-purpose training center hosting conferences, seminars, youth camps, retreats, weddings, and short-term mission trips. Get away from the distractions of the city for your next group function. Conveniently located only 30 minutes from the Night Market in the serene town of Doi Saket. The Grove sleeps 200 in either comfortable a/c rooms with ensuite bathrooms, or dormitory accommodations. Large and small meeting spaces for over 400, full-service meals, campus area wifi, recreation activity, and a peaceful setting make The Grove a great value for your next event. www.thegroveklc.com | --> Contact: Jon@thegroveklc.com

Consular Affairs/Services

Go to our Embassies and Consulate page.

Cottage Industries - Services / BAM

• • Editing reports, documents; copy writing and so on. All by native English speaker (UK); established author, columnist, editor Call Keith on 083-204-2505 for more information or an informal discussion about your requirements

  • Barbecue Grills and Accessories - We have a full range of barbecue grills and accessories in our Chiang Mai store. The Barbecue store has been serving customers nationwide for fifteen years. Credit cards accepted and free delivery within ten kms. Our shop is located on the canal road, between Mae Hia market and the Night Safari. Closed every Monday. http://www.bbqthai.com/ | --> 0818603608

  • Thai Village Inc-Handmade Crafts - Thai Village works alongside national churches in Thailand to produce a large variety of unique handmade jewelry, stationery, home decor, Christmas items and personal accessories, incorporating traditional patterns and local materials. Crafts are produced by men and women from various villages in northern Thailand. The Thai Village showroom and workshop, located in Chiang Mai, is open to visitors M-F (Mondays 1-5pm, Tues-Friday 9:30-5pm). Stop by to shop for unique local handmade gifts. MAP - - > kt.lehman@gmail.com

  • Cloth Diapers/Nappies - Stylish, convenient and comfy cloth diapers/nappies (with bamboo cloth inserts for extra absorption). I choose the best designs that can also double as trendy pants. 350 baht each. About 85% cheaper in the long run than throwaways! Go to my website and click on the English flag. www.heybabyjoe.com | --> Please write to Judy at joe@heybabyjoe.com if you have any questions or problems.

  • Montessori toys and equipment - If you are homeschooling your toddler or just want your child to be engrossed at home then I have beautiful and specially-designed wooden toys based on the Montessori principles of self-discovery. Available as a set or I can sell the toys individually. Please allow about one month for delivery. http://clickshopzone.com/shop/heybabyjoe/Montessori_Family_Set__International_edition-000020-EN-pdtdetail.html | --> Please write to Judy at joe@heybabyjoe.com for further details.

Couriers

• • BEP Bicycle Couriers - Ph. 064-689-7923 | www.facebook.com/bepcyclecouriers

Education-Teachers/Schools/Trainings/Homeschool

• • The SmartSeed Academy - (Christian School using ACE/SOT Curriculum) is now accepting student reservation for SY 2017-2018 from ABC's to 12 Level (ages 4 years old - up). School Year (First Semester) starts on August 1, 2017. For more information please contact Khun Ethel 088-6429024 or email smartseed.academy@gmail.com. School Location: Chiang Mai Flora Ville, San Na Meng, Doisaket (boundary of Sansai) | --> www.aimthailand.org --> Khun Ethel 088-6429024 or email us smartseed.academy@gmail.com

  • US Masters Degree in Asia - Asia Biblical Theological Seminary (ABTS) of Cornerstone University offers US-accredited Masters degrees in Bible, theology, and ministry in Chiang Mai. Classes are two-week intensives offered every January and July. For more information, visit our website, email us, or call our office. https://www.cornerstone.edu/abts | --> office@abts.asia OR 053 491 585

  • Chiang Mai Education - FaceBook - there is a secular FaceBook group called Chiang Mai Education (not associated with the CCCC) which may help to supplement education info found here.

Education - Language Instruction - Thai Teachers

Tutors-Language Schools/Resources

• • Experienced Thai Teacher Available - 18 years experience. Has materials, or can use the materials you want to use. Also speaks English for when you need things explained. Contact Kru Dao at 081 602 3117 or godlovedao@gmail.com Gang (02/2018)

  • Thai Language Teacher - Khruu Gang holds a degree from Payap University and has been teaching since 1997. She speaks English; has extensive experience teaching both adults and children; and tailors her lessons to your schedule, pace and ability. Typical study time is 2 hours per session/3-5 days per week. Tuition fee is 300 THB/person/hour or 400 THB/2 people/hour. Meeting at your home or office is a possibility depending on the number of hours and location. For reference call Barbara at 087-186-4733. → Contact Kruu Gang 099-294-8654| Email: kruugang@gmail.com LINE: khruugang.

  • Learn Thai At MTS - Learn Thai at one the best Christian Language school in Chiang Mai. Experienced teachers and a friendly atmosphere. You are sure to have fun. Forget the old conventional methods of teaching, MTS introduces the new TPR method in which the student can learn faster and better. https://goo.gl/maps/eA6ts7pbaN22 - - > 0625322189

  • Thai Language and Culture Available - Lively lessons provided by a 17 years experienced Thai tutor base on students' backgrounds/learning needs integrated with Thai cultures. Christian terminologies are also available. Instructions can be private or small group with reasonable rates. Direct method of teaching are offered to non-English speaking students. Place and time of studying can be arranged together. - - > Contact Kruu Yay at kruuyeah@gmail.com, line ID: 0994547931, or call 081-7962636.

  • Reading Thai Bible Classes - open to missionaries or any foreigners who want to read Thai Bible fluently. Available to use any books and versions of Bible you want. Class time can be depended on your timetable. | --> Call Suvanee at 09-3140-7410 or 08-1297-5274 or suvanee.cmai@gmail.com

  • Learn Thai in Natural Way - at school your place or via Skype with our Quality Thai teachers. We have open class for student who would like to learn the Quality Thai language school with our excellent Thai teachers for Beginning Intermediate and Advance included the electives like Bible, Northern Thai language, etc. Both Individual 1 on 1 with teacher or group class. Please visit us at: www.thailanguagevisa.com | --> Write at cornerstone-cc@hotmail.com FB: Learn Thai at Cornerstone Language School Chiang Mai

  • Experienced Thai Teacher Available - I have been teaching Thai every level to children, teenagers, and adults, missionaries, business people from all nations, individuals or groups for over 17 years with various curriculums, depending on the learner’s background and abilities. Call me to meet & talk, discuss unique Thai classes, especially for your learning needs. | | --> --> Call Suvanee at 093-1407-410 or suvanee.cmai@gmail.com

Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Please our FaceBook group (where these should now be posted):

• Jobs Available

• Job Wanted

• Volunteers Available

• Volunteers Wanted (opportunities to serve in the community)

Food and Eateries

• • Moringa Tea - Healthy Organic Moringa Tea: being sold to help support local orphan ministry. The tea is organically grown, hand processed and hand packaged here in Chiang Mai. 100% of all profit goes to help hill tribe orphans. 20 tea bags for 250 baht (in two flavors:spiced or spearmint), or packaged in bulk- ¼ pound of pure Moringa-leaf tea for 350 baht. (see link about this orphan support project) https://www.flickr.com/Moringa tea photos/→ dccalli2@gmail.com or 089-854-4579

  • Grace Bakery, founded by a friendly English-speaking Thai-Taiwanese couple, Es and Lien-Fan. They use no artificial additives or preservatives. Their selection includes whole wheat bread with pumpkin seeds and rolled oats, whole wheat bread, soft fresh cream white bread, white bread, raisin bread, sesame bread, focaccia breads,etc., ranging in price from 50-80 baht a loaf. You can also ask them to increase the amount of whole wheat used. They sell lovely homemade jams, cookies and desserts as well as serving simple breakfasts and lunches. Enjoy! Grace Bakery, 169/5 moo 7, Samoeng Road, Tumbol Nongkwai, Hangdong District in the neighborhood of World Club Land, east of 7-11 on the Samoeng Rd. Call ahead to order, telephone 0946141881 (Khun Lada), or pop by to see what's been made that day! Open Monday-Saturday 8AM-6PM. Lien-Fan and Es are away now, so it is very helpful to know Thai if you are ordering by phone Recommended by Lillian Wong (cary2lil2002@yahoo.com

  • Restaurant Delivery Service (Menu's Online) - Meals on Wheels4U - Delivering from over 50 of Chiang Mai's best restaurants directly to your doorstep including The Duke's, Italian/Mexican restaurants, Subway and many others. Menus are available Online. www.mealsonwheels4u.com | --> Order Online at www.mealsonwheels4u.com or call 084 608 6661

Holiday Meals

Legend:

$ - not very expensive in comparison - less than 1000 baht per person (PP)

$$ - medium priced - more than 1000 baht, but less than 2K baht (PP)

$$$ - expensive - 3000 baht or more (PP)

(NEW) Easter Dinner - So far the CCCC has only learned of one restaurant that is serving an Easter Sunday Buffet, 1 April 2018:

• Chiangmai Smoke House (MAP) Easter Sunday Buffet 1 April 2018 4-9 pm -- 400 Baht PP, 10 years 200 Baht, < 5 years free.

Christmas Past Dinners - For future reference following is a list of local restaurants which have offered Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Dinner during previous Christmas holiday seasons. Some (e.g., Bake & Bite, CM Smoke House and Northern Farm Products) were also offering pick-up or delivery service last Christmas. Check their given FaceBook or web links for details.

Kindly use this only as a reference guide. For current times, dates and any promotions check each restaurant's FaceBook or web link listed below to see if they are once again offering any specials for Christmas 2018. [Note: if offered, most likely advance booking will be required!] Also note If their promotion still contains last year's date, then contact them to see if they are currently offering any new specials.

[Sources: a number of these were suggested on other social media/websites last year. This is not intended as commercial or free advertising! We have attempted to be equally fair in consolidating names/info here to help you with your Christmas planning. Details were sourced from the individual restaurant's own public link, when possible.]

Full Disclosure: None of these establishments are associated with the CCCC or any of its volunteers. The Legend below was created by the CCCC team as a free guide to assist with planning. Map links were constructed from the CCCC's free Chiang Mai Map - CCCC (based on Google Map technology and protected by Google copyright). While opening any of the following MAP links may increment the number of times the CCCC Map is viewed (Google lists this in the CCCC map banner), there is absolutely no remuneration received by the CCCC nor any of its volunteers. The same principle applies to the entire CCCC website. This is simply provided by the CCCC as a free community service.

• • Akyra Manor (MAP) Christmas eve charity dinner 12/24 6 pm on ($$);

  • Anantara (MAP) (Christmas eve dinner and Christmas Day Brunch) ($$$);

  • Auf der Au and Auf der Au Garden (MAP/MAP) 12/24 and 12/25 11:30am and 5:30pm buffet at both of their Saraphi and Garden locations. Call to confirm 0934340844. ($);

  • Bake and Bite (MAP) Christmas Buffet Dinner 12/24 and 12/25 6:30-9:30pm and Christmas Lunch Special (both days) 11:30am-4pm. Can also order food for pick up. Phone Khun Gai 0818829545. ($);

  • Le Bistrot Restaurant (MAP) (Christmas eve and Christmas Day dinner at 1pm) Ph. 053 272 712 ($$);

  • Buristro Cafe (MAP) Christmas Eve Charity Dinner Buffet 6-9 pm - reservations: www.burisirihotel.com ($);

  • Chiangmai Smoke House (MAP) (All-you-can-eat Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Buffet -- 600 Baht PP, 10 years 400 Baht, < 5 years free) ($); also has main courses & entrées you can pick up or have delivered.

  • Corner Bistro (MAP) (Christmas dinner - also serves vegetarian and vegan options 12/25, 5-9 pm) ($);

  • dusitD2 Chiang Mai (MAP) (Christmas eve and Christmas Day dinner ($-$$);

  • Le Crystal Restaurant (MAP) (Christmas eve dinner and Christmas Day Lunch) ($$$);

  • The Duke's Maeping (MAP) Christmas buffet 25th Dec. 2 pm on (1450 baht). Booking: 053.249.231 ($$);

  • The Duke's Maya/Promenada Christmas Special Dinners 24-25 Dec, priced 495-1250 THB. ($ - $$);

  • Empress Hotel (MAP) Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner 12/24 ($$);

  • Fajitas Tex Mex (MAP) Christmas Dinner 12/24 and 12/25 6pm. ($);

  • La Fourchette French Restaurant (MAP) (Christmas dinner ) ($$-$$$);

  • Free Bird Cafe Christmas Dinner (MAP) 25th Dec. 6:30 pm - 750 THB. (vegan & gluten free) ($);

  • LaFringale French Restaurant (MAP) (Christmas eve dinner -- 999 THB PP -- see their website) ($-$$);

  • Gekko Garden Restaurant (MAP) (Christmas Dinner 25th Dec. starts at 6 pm - 450 THB) ($);

  • Grandview Hotel (MAP) (Christmas Dinner 25th Dec. and Christmas Day Brunch) ($);

  • Holiday Inn Christmas Celebration (MAP)12/24 & 12/25 -- 1699-1999 THB PP ($$)

  • Kantary Hills (MAP) (Christmas eve dinner -- 1100+ THB PP) ($$);

  • Le Méridien Family Christmas Wonderland (MAP) (Christmas eve dinner) and 12/25 Brunch ($$$);

  • Nic's Restaurant & Playground (MAP) Family Christmas in Nic's 12/24 and 12/25 ($);

  • 19th Hole (MAP) Christmas Dinner 12/24 and 12/25 2-7pm. 390 Baht PP. Deposit required. ($);

  • Northern Farm Products (MAP) While not a restaurant, sells uncooked or prepared meats to pick up;

  • Oxygen Dining Room (MAP) (Christmas eve dinner and Christmas Day Lunch ($$$);

  • Pern's Restaurant (MAP) Christmas Day Lunch 25th Dec 11:30am - 2pm. Booking: 0861117766 ($);

  • The Pun Pun (MAP) May once again serve a Christmas Day Dinner (like 2016) - call 053-243-362 ($);

  • Ragù at Promenada (MAP) Christmas Special Dinner 25th Dec. 695-995 THB. Booking: 053.142.665 ($);

  • Shangri-La (MAP) (Christmas Dinner and Brunch 12/24 & 12/25 ($$);

  • Sheryle’s Restaurant (MAP) Christmas lunch and dinner -- 590 THB PP -- see their website) ($);

  • Triplets Eat and Play (MAP) (Christmas Party on 24th Dec., 5-9 pm -- 650 THB PP -- FaceBook page) ($);

  • Villa Mahabhirom (MAP) Christmas Thai Dinner 1700 THB PP -- Booking ($$);

  • Vivo Bene (MAP) Christmas Eve or Christmas Brunch -- 053 496 000 or info@vivobene.co.th ($$-$);

  • Yummy Family Restaurant (MAP) (4 seatings for Christmas Dinner on 25th Dec. -- noon, 2, 5, 7 pm -- 750-850 THB PP -- see their FaceBook page) ($);

Funeral Assistance

• Funeral Assistance for Foreigners - Lori Rowe, CCCC advisor, has released her latest edition of Funeral Assistance for Foreigners in Chiang Mai_ with contributions from Lanna Care Net and others in our community. This provides a helpful guide and checklist for navigating the myriad of items that must be addressed in preparation of or immediately following the death of a loved one.

Health & Medical Services

• • Birthing classes - Giving birth in a foreign country can be daunting! We offer a series of childbirth preparation classes for first time parents or a 2 hour refresher courses for others. Classes are free of charge. Contact Lori Rowe ( 053-839-343 birthingcnx@gmail.com) for more information. We also have a large collection of maternity clothes and books (and some baby things) for you to use--just let Lori know. (Recommended) (<>< E )

  • The Well - The Well International is a member care center the provides preventative and restorative mental health services to cross-cultural workers and their families through clinical counseling, pastoral care, spiritual direction, member care events and training. We are also available to speak at your conference or retreat. Please visit our website for detailed info and directions: www.thewellintl.org

  • Chiropractor - Dr. Philip Parry. I am now working at the Rajavej Hospital every other week Sun 09:00hrs - 16:00hrs and Mon-Tues 09:00hrs - 13:00hrs. My email address isdrphilipparry@gmail.com . If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask or alternatively check out my website at www.doctorphilip.com

  • Physiotherapy Services - I am a physiotherapist specialised in sports injury and various musculokskeletal pains. I used to live in Chiang Mai but I am based in Bangkok now. Whenver I visit missionary friends in CNX I also take time to offer Physio services to those who might need it. I hope to visit your beautiful city in October(2017) and maybe also on Loi Krathong. Anyone who would like to have physio consult can contact me. Many thanks and God bless all! Check my blog at dionpt.wordpress.com - - > Email Dion at deen316@gmail.com or text 085-969-0803

  • Head Lice Removal Salon - Head Lice Removal Salon located in Chiang Mai Land Village (just off Mahidol Road 1141). We are Head Lice Experts in Chiang Mai and have been open for nearly 1 year now. Our service is 100% pesticide and chemical free. We can get rid of all types of head lice problems including big infestations with hundreds of lice and thousands of eggs. We use the latest vacuum technology from the United Kingdom to safely remove all the lice from the hair and then we comb out the eggs. Our service involves 2 treatment sessions with a gap of 9 days between the 1st and 2nd session. Our average price for girls is ONLY BAHT 600 (for both sessions) Our service includes a 30 DAY GUARANTEE so you can be satisfied the problem has gone. Here's a video showing what we do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbK78gSJUak. Call Gai for more information or for an appointment in our salon (Chiang Mai Land). Tel: 092-628-2125 (Thai or English)

  • See Online Health Food stores in Useful Websites

Home Repairs/Pest Control/Gardening Services

(Please let us know if you have recommendations for reliable home improvement services by writing crfthailand@gmail.com .)

Note: You may also want to review this unsponsored FaceBook group: Chiang Mai Tradesmen - Construction, Mechanics, Handymen, Gardening etc

• • Eco Pest Solutions - provides pest control services to houses using green and natural products that are safe for human and pets. Feel free to contact us for home inspection or queries in English or Thai at Email: info@ecopestsolution.com | LINE-ID: ecopest | Tel: 053-216-216. For more information, please visit our website at ecopestsolution.com

  • Well Borehole Drilling - L’Analytic | Tel. 053-410-182

  • Pyramid Organic Compost - Buy our compost to support our Free Compost Project which helps local chemical farmers to switch to organic growing. Made from leaves, grass, twigs, rice husk and dried cowdung. We have both sieved organic compost for pots or lawns and unsieved for trees. Packed in bags of 10 kilos priced at 150 Baht per bag. Lower prices available for bigger quantities. For new plants, add 15 to 30% to your soil. For existing plants and trees, just cover the roots. We are located in Nampreh-Hangdong. Call Cory in English at 081 88 11 004 Call K. Amporn in Thai 081 03 08 932, or email: info@asianhealingartscenter.com. If you want to learn how to make your own Pyramid Organic Compost in two months, we organise regular hands-on classes. | --> info@asianhealingartscenter.com

  • Compost for sale - Homemade Organic Compost, made from garden waste and cow dung, ideal for mulching, vegetable plots, trees and bushes. Each large bag about 20 Kg. Buyer collects. Hang Dong, Mae Hia, Nong Kwai area. 100 Baht/Bag. | --> Call Jan on 081-952-4763

Hospitals

(More suggestions? Write crfthailand@gmail.com with recommendations/improvements)

• • Blood Donations - Chiang Mai Red Cross (MAP) 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Please see https://www.facebook.com/ChiangMaiBloodBank/ for schedule.

  • Bangkok Hospital - Tel. 052-089-888 | Located on the Superhighway between Index Furniture and Makro, is open 24 hours, however, International Medical Services (IMS - has interpreters) is open 7:00am to 8:00pm daily. IMS (1st floor) phone: 052-089-843-4 or Email: bcmims@bangkokhospital-chiangmai.com. To make an appointment, call 052-089-888 or visit www.bangkokhospital-chiangmai.com (Emergencies: call 1719).

  • Chiang Mai Ram Hospital - Tel. 053-920-300 | Emergency Calls: 053-920-330 | Heart Center: 053-920-320 | http://www.chiangmairam.com/

  • Chiangmai Ram Medical Center - recently opened on the outer northwest bank of the city moat (see MAP). It boasts several new clinics found within a modern medical complex/business park that spreads over 11 hectares. Includes the new Chiangmai Ram Dental Center, Skin Center, Physical Therapy (PT) and Check-up Clinics. Convenient parking on either side of the wide avenue in front of each unit (or use the car park in back). Also try their new Starbucks with comfortable second storey seating and views of the tree lined moat (has a street level drive-thru if you’re in a hurry ;-). | Ph. 053-920-300 | For more info go to www.chiangmairam.com. (12/2016)

  • McCormick Hospital - Tel. 053-921-777 email: mchosp@yahoo.com http://www.mccormick.in.th/mc/eng/mail/contact_form.html

  • Rajavej Hospital - Tel. (053) 801 999 | http://www.rajavejchiangmai.com/hospital/contact/english-contact-rajavej-hospital-chiang-mai.html | Located on the east side of the Mae Ping river, across from the tall Holiday Inn hotel. (Also has an English-speaking chiropractor on staff.)

  • Sriphat Medical Center - Tel. 053936900-1 | http://sriphat.med.cmu.ac.th/eng/information_map | Closedly tied to the adjacent Maharaj Nakorn Hospital (aka Suan Dok Hospital). Highly qualified senior doctors teach or are associated with Chiang Mai University Faculty of Medicine (some also have privileges at other hospitals as well). Excellent trauma center.

  • Suan Dok Hospital SkyWalk - Click SkyWalk to see the well-engineered 2nd level Skywalk (finished 2016) to help you to easily navigate the vast campus of Suan Dok, Maharaj Nakorn and Sriphat Hospitals. Connects to the tall 10-storey car park on the west side of the campus -- with coffee shops, McDonald’s and other restaurants. (12/2016)

Housing/Rental Services

Landlords and representatives are only allowed to run just one advert every twelve months -- keep your advert short and general to describe the kind of properties you offer - without excessive details. Limit your advert to less than 100 words to be fair and to allow space for others. Remove your old advert as soon as possible to keep this section from quickly crowding. Kindly do not request exceptions -- see our Policy instead.

NOTE: According to the Thai Immigration Bureau website, "House owners, heads of household, landlords or managers of hotels who accommodate foreign nationals on a temporary basis who stay in the kingdom legally, must notify the local immigration authorities within 24 hours from the time of arrival of the foreign national. [with a filled TM30 form] "

Housing Services

• • Expat Homes Co., Ltd - We aim to be the preferred choice in Chiang Mai for home rental and sales services. Our extensive inventory includes starter, family, and luxury homes as well as condominiums and townhouses. On leases over a year, there is generally no charge for our house finding service. Additionally, our experienced maintenance team works to western standards in electrical, plumbing, and other handyman type jobs. Please check out our website to get your housing search started today. Our mixed staff of Thais and foreigners are waiting to serve you! https://goo.gl/maps/voNL1scN5bQ2 - - > homeinchiangmai.com | 053.447.985 | expat@homeinchiangmai.com (03/2018)

  • JT Housing Rental Service - Jess has several listings and would love to match tenants with her various clients/landlords throughout the year (her favorite is kwamrod@gmail.com at 0861-9494-70). These multiple rental listings range between 7K and 12K baht per month. | --> For more info write jessincm@gmail.com or jesstamee@gmail.com / Call 0817969181. This is her latest rental listing she is offering (restricted to one ad per year per owner agent). She also has others if you would like to contact her. (01/2018):

  • (New) 1-bedroom Corner Unit for Rent - @ 7,000 b/m in Chiang Mai Business Park near Big C Extra n Index Living Mall // Central Festival n Sansai Market // Theppanya n Bangkok Hospital // Payap U n CMIS // WiFi, swimming pool, fitness room n access to Central Platinum Lounge | Jan 03 - Dec 31 2018 | - > Interested please contact kwamrod@gmail.com or call 0866700589. Thank you n GOD BLESS! (01/2018)

Roommate Advisory

[CAUTION: be sure to interview/investigate any potential roommate situation thoroughly. The CCCC team strongly advises that anytime someone is seeking to room with others, that they consider an established family or a reliable group of individuals known to the community. Simply because someone requests to list here, the CCCC cannot and does not vet the background of any party involved. Caveat Emptor!]

Housing/Places to Stay/Retreat Centers

Large Facilities/Offices for Ministry

(Also see Conference/Meeting Services)

Human Resources

While not necessarily endorsed by the CCCC, the following coaching/training businesses are listed here as a community service. These may hold individual or public interest. (Pease write the CCCC at crfthailand@gmail.com re issues with any counselling services mentioned in the CCCC.)

• • Coaching for Missionaries and Expats - Need help adjusting to life in Thailand, or figuring out how to be successful in your work? I am an ICF certified coach with 20 years overseas experience, over half of that in Thailand. You choose the topic, agenda and goals. My role is to move you forward by asking the right questions. Sessions run for one hour every two weeks for three months usually. Contact me for a quote. https://bernhardcoachandtrain.com - - > deborah@bernhardcoachandtrain.com.

Immigration Services Help

Please go to our Immigration Services Help page.

Insurance Services

• • Insurance Provider for Missionaries: Talent Trust Consultants (TTc) TTc was born out of YWAM in Thailand in 1991 as a ministry to serve international missions by providing quality and affordable international health & travel insurance for both long-term and short-term missionaries. Starting with only 12 members in the refugee camps on the Thai/Cambodian border, we have now grown to cover more than 1,200 missions in more than 180 countries. More details on our programs are available on our website www.talent-trust.com. Alternatively, you can email Pansy at Pansy@talent-trust.com , who will be happy to answer any of your questions. Let her know you learned about this from Lori Rowe in the classifieds

Legal or Financial Services

• • I am a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) for the State of Queensland, Australia now living in Chiang Mai. I am happy to offer my services to the local Australian community. All services are free of charge. An Australian JP outside of Australia can deal with many matters for Australian citizens, but not all. Please contact me by email njkilah@hotmail.com or SMS 08 9496 1842. initially to see if I may be of assistance Also check: http://jpincm.yolasite.com/ Best Wishes. Neil K

Moving & Shipping Services

• • Professional Moving Service - English Thai managed company, we can take care of your house move whether moving within Chiang Mai, to another city or internationally. www.chiangmairemovals.com | --> Call John at 0810307565 or Joy at 0871891117

  • Shipping Company - English and Thai managed, we are a professional shipping company based in Chiang Mai. We can ship your goods anywhere in the world for your business or your personal effects. www.thai-exports.com | --> Call John at 0810307565 or Joy at 0871891117

Office & Translation Services

• • Translation Services - The Home Of Translators & Linguists, a network of Bible Translators offers Contextualized Translation Services in 15 Asian Languages for Christian Missions to extend their ministry to unreached people groups.For details Contact raza.waseem4@gmail.com

Pets and Animal Services

• • Please also refer to these FaceBook groups:

  • Chiang Mai Animal Lovers

  • Chiang Mai Pets For Sale & Give Away

  • Chiang Mai Pets Community

  • As a community service, the CCCC Map lists many animal services. Google "CCCC Map Chiang Mai", open it and search for "animal" or "vet". Be sure to select "See all __ results".

  • The Care for Dogs Foundation works to save, improve and protect the lives of dogs in Thailand. We care for dogs through our rescue, rehabilitation, shelter, and adoption programs and inspire others to action through advocacy and education. We are a non-profit, dependent on generous donations to continue our work. Join us in caring for dogs today. Visit www.carefordogs.org to learn more about adopting your new best friend, volunteering, donating and more! You can reach us at contact@carefordogs.org or 084 752 5255 (English) or 086 913 8701 (Thai)

  • Santisook Dogs and Cat Rescue Foundation - http://www.santisookdogsandcats.org/en/ | FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/santisookdogandcatrescuefoundation/

  • Chiang Mai Adopt/Foster Dogs and Cats - www.facebook.com/CNXAdoptFosterDogsCats/?fref=gs&hc_location=group_member_profile

  • Pooch Resort - (Home away from home) Cage-Free boarding. When leaving your dog/s in care do you want them caged or in kennels for up to 22 hours a day if you say NO POOCH RESORT (Home Away from home) The ultimate dog destination in the north of Thailand offers for those that love there dog/s kennel free care so your pet can wonder around in a open environment outside or indoors and enjoy the company of other dogs under supervision of trained staff Let us take the stress when leaving your loved one/s And at night have the comfort of a doggy bed in the house If you have a dog that does not mix we use runs with there own house so your dog can still have space to move around and enjoy his stay Mobile: 0857954768 E-Mail: poochresortc@hotmail.com

  • How to Make a Humane Cat Trap - How-to/make-homemade-cat-trap to take to shelter - for feral population control.

Photography/Video/Printing/Media Services

• • Full Service Print Shop - Design, Offset & Print-On-Demand Printing & Video/Multimedia Services - ActsCo Printing has been serving missionaries, missions groups and organizations in Chiang Mai since 1999 through high quality design, offset & print-on-demand printing, as well as multimedia services at affordable prices. We print many items, from business cards to prayer cards, newsletters to books and much more! Come visit our website at http://actsco.org/ to see what we can print for you, by clicking on our printing options, and request a quote for your printing and multimedia needs. Please note: There are no minimum quantities and we provide quick turn around times. We look forward to serving you soon! We also offer full Video Production services, http://actsco.org/multimedia/ (email Kevin LJ at actsmultimedia@gmail.com) We are located at https://goo.gl/maps/88oy8LZCxRJ2 | --> Contact Ms. Paveena by email at moreinfo@actsco.org or call 053-960-290.

  • Family photographer - If you are looking to capture some amazing family moments, a newborn baby or an event then please contact us at Obey Leesin Photography. We have competitive rates and excellent customer service, to see examples please visit www.obeyleesin.com . | --> Bey at obeyleesin@gmail.com or 090-121-5387

  • Greeting cards - A large variety of greeting cards for all occasions available in Chiang Mai. These are great cards made by a local photographer suitable for both men and woman all over the world. You can see them on the website at www.obeyleesin.com or we are happy to come and meet you and let you see them in person | --> Bey at obeyleesin@gmail.com or 090-121-5387

  • Child & Family Photography - If you want to have wonderful family photos but don't know a good Thai photographer who could speak English well, please contact me for a photo session's info and the parent-friendly price. You can see some of my photos at sararuang.wordpress.com or www.facebook.com/sararuangphotos | --> Email Sara at sara.ruang@gmail.com or call 062-823-9285

Places to Visit and Stay

Bangkok

• • Recommended Place to stay in Bangkok: Alliance Mission Home: We are a Christian Mission Home open to Christian workers located just north of the heart of the city with excellent access to all destinations. We’re a 20 to 25 minute walk or short taxi or bus ride from the BTS Skytrain. The Alliance Mission Home has many amenities to make your stay comfortable/enjoyable/restful. We have an on-site manager, 24 hour guard, daily breakfast, Wi-Fi, fitness room, green space/children’s play structure, TV/movie/children’s play room, guest kitchen, and a free loan library. We’re happy to help with travel arrangements. We have 20 guest rooms with a variety of configurations and two furnished/serviced apartments. The apartments are favorites for those that are here for a longer stay. Contact us for availability. 02-270-0693. https://www.alliancemissionhomebangkok.org; alliancemissionhome@gmail.com

Police & Emergency

(Sources include: individual websites of various government agencies)

Postal Services

• • Post Office at Central Festival (2nd level) - GPS: 18.8066, 99.01818 -- see MAP. Quite a few have discovered the convenience of this little full-service Thai post office, quietly hidden away on the 2nd level, opposite the south bank of elevators (in corridor by the southern car park entrance). While not as large as a main post office, its 3-person staff still provides the same quick efficient service. Standard Thai postal rates will apply (e.g., similar to what you might expect to pay at any regular post office for an airmail letter of equal weight). Many sizes of Thai post office shipping boxes, envelopes available. This is handy if you need to send a letter or package while out juggling shopping and errands. (15 Dec)

  • Post Office St. 7 Chiang Mai 204 ที่ทำการไปรษณีย์ สาขาเจ็ดยอด - - According to this chiangmainews Jan 2017 article as of February 2017 Thai Post may begin to offer extended-hour service at this branch: Monday - Friday from 10:00 am. - 19:00 pm, closing earlier Saturday - Sunday. May also be open for limited services some public holidays. Please confirm with Thai Post at 053 248 719 (Thai) if these new hours are in effect. | GPS: 18.80757, 98.96422 -- see MAP | 9/25 Mu 2 Jed Yod-Chang Khian 50300 | Located immediately to the left of the adjacent “7 Summit” Plaza / market -- see this Google Streetview photo. (23 Jan)

Recycling

• • Search for Recycling on the CCCC Map.

  • Battery Recycling - Some have reported on ThaiVisa that there is a place to recycle batteries on the second or third level of the parking garage of the Kad Suan Kaew shopping mall.

Retirement Community Services

(Sources are noted with each individual listing.)

• • Lanna Care Net - A group of people who help aging foreigners live safe and healthy lives in Chiang Mai and surrounding areas, by providing advice and practical assistance where necessary. Assistance includes counseling, giving advice, offering practical help and contacting other individuals and organizations that can help. Assistance is given to people both in the short and the long term, according to need. | http://www.lannacarenet.org/

  • Dok Kaew Gardens - Located in the McKean's green compound attractive Assisted Living units for semi-independent, higher care, and dementia care are available for seniors in Dok Kaew Gardens . Aides are on call 24 hours a day. For those requiring physical or occupational therapy, there is easy access to McKean’s highly regarded rehabilitation center. Three meals a day are served, both Thai and “farang” food. McKean also provides multi-level residential services to seniors. Nursing home care is available in Bouganvillea wing of McKean hospital in private, semi-private and shared rooms. For active seniors McKean is planning independent living units in a landscaped village setting with central club facilities in the next year. There are also a few lower cost studio apartments with shared bath and kitchen facilities newly available in Bethany House in the north village of McKean.Contact the Dok Kaew office at 053-124-430 or 053-124-263 ext.139. | http://www.mckean.or.th→ E-mail dokkaewgardens@yahoo.com

  • Care Resort Chiang Mai - 43/1 Moo 6 Mae Rim-Samoeng Road, Chiang Mai, 50180 | Telephone: 053.044.097 | Fax: 053.044.096 | Email: enquiries@careresortchiangmai.com or: careresortchiangmai@gmail.com | http://www.careresortchiangmai.com/

Storage Services

• • Safe Secure Storage Warehouse - English and Thai managed storage warehouse. We can store your household goods in our warehouse for 250 Baht /cubic metre / month. Flood free, pest free. www.chiangmai-storage.com | --> Call John at 0810307565 or Joy at 0871891117 chiangmaistorage@yahoo.com 053-434-591

Theaters / Cinema

(Caveat Emptor: Live productions or film offerings by the following theaters can contain content which may or may not be suitable for young adults and children to view. While not necessarily endorsed by the CCCC Classifieds, these community resources are included for adults to make responsible and intelligent choices.)

Cinema / Movie Theaters

(Select theater to see map location / Click Now Playing for current showing)

• • SFX Cinema - Maya Lifestyle Mall (Now Playing)

  • Promenada Chiangmai Cinema (Now Playing)

  • Krungsri IMAX - Central Festival Chiangmai (Now Playing)

  • MajorCineplex - Central Festival Chiangmai (Now Playing)

  • MajorCineplex - Airport Plaza (Now Playing)

  • KSK Vista Movie Theaters (Now Playing)

Live Theater

• • The Gate Theater - – Chiang Mai’s only English-language live theater with up to 4 quality full stage productions every year for over 9 years. Recently introduced Reader’s Theater - dramatic readings of a script to bring you more performances and more chances to audition your artistic alter ego. With proper funding, we can include children’s and Thai-language shows this season. Please contact us about supporting live theater in your community, to see our upcoming shows and to register for regular updates (Monthly free draw). PHONE: 089 264 0380 WEB: www.gate-theater.com EMAIL: gatetheater@gmail.com FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/TheGateTheater

Tourist Interests & Recreation

• • Tube Trek Water Park Chiang Mai - located 3 km. east of the Outer Ring road (Hwy 121) and 1 km. north of the old San Kamphaeng Road (Hwy 1006) at GPS: 18.76483, 99.097 -- see MAP | Tel. 052-010-123, 064-001-2505, 081-783-9920 (call for exact hours -- vary from 10:00 am. to 18:00 pm. weekends and holidays -- open 9 a.m. M-F) | Admission prices 850 baht for adults; 450 baht/child (90-130 cm.); seniors (+60) 450 baht. Foreign visitors/tourists may encounter a ชาวต่างชาติ price of 1350 baht, however, for those living locally in Chiang Mai, a Thai driving license or work permit can help (call 052-010-123 for prices/questions). At the end of the day, some will find it was worth it “getting soaked” at one of their four water zones: Kid’s Pool, Splash Pool, Wave Pool, and Lazy River. Still could be costly for a family of four, so if you should hear of any special promotions, please let folks know. See Tube Trek’s FaceBook page or website. Traffic: Good roads heading east, but that last kilometer stretch north will be on a narrow two-lane road.

Transportation/Rentals/Travel/Tour Services

• • Expat Auto Car Rentals

  • BudgetCatcher: Car Rental - Car fleet includes: Automatic Toyota Yaris, Toyota Vios and 2016 Honda City 1.5 L, Honda Brio For rent, including First Class Car Rental Business Insurance. For prices and other vehicles for rent click BudgetCatcher: Car Rental - Chiang Mai or go to our FaceBook page. At BudgetCatcher, we keep our prices low – there’s better things to spend your money on! | http://budgetcatcher.com/shop/ | --> Call / WhatsApp : 087-6229933 | Line ID : budgetcatcher.cnx | budgetcatcher@gmail.com

  • Taxi-Meter - – Can provide male or female driver at your request, also check website for hiring for day trips. Pick-up call center 053-241-955 or 053-244-268 www.taxichiangmai.com/en

  • Taxi - tel: 09-3946-1559 (English spoken) www.taxichiangmaidelivery.com

  • (Update) VIP Van Tour Service with Driver - Khun Worawit will help put you and your guests at ease as he provides transportation and guided tour -- whether you want to see elephant camps, tigers, monkeys, snake exhibits, or venture to the CM Night Safari. He will also arrange and take you on fun outdoor adventures like river rafting, zip lining through jungle canopies, bungee jumping, or connect you with reliable rock climbing outfits. For more leisurely days, he offers relaxing trips to waterfalls, botanical gardens and other scenic points. Khun Worawit graduated from Payap University and is a fair, honest, amiable and trustworthy gentleman. You will discover this as he adds a unique quality to your Chiang Mai trip as you enjoy places that you will always remember. You can contact Khun Worawit at 081-111-9578 or Presawat@gmail.com | Line: wit0811119578 | English references are available on request. <>< (06/2018)

  • Tour guide available - Lowey is a licensed professional tour guide with over 10 years experience, available for all kinds of tours in Northern Thailand. Chiang Mai city tours and trekking tours are his speciality but he can also arrange bicycle tours, and sightseeing tours to other areas in N. Thailand. Please contact him on 089-4343695 or suksabai2515@gmail.com. References are available on request

Vehicle Services/Repairs/Sales/Training

Auto Sales/Transfers

• • Expat Auto Chiang Mai - serving the foreign community, we are here to give you peace of mind in the used auto industry whether it be for buying, selling, or paperwork services. We sell vehicles that have been thoroughly inspected, and give a written warranty on parts and labor with our certified vehicles. Use our consignment service to help you sell your vehicle, or our paperwork services to transfer ownership, extend registration, etc. We look forward to serving you. For inquiries contact us by email at contact@expatautocm.com , by phone at 083.572.8488, or visit us on the web at www.expatautocm.com for more details. <><

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Other Places to Buy or Sell Vehicles

• • • While the CCCC does not necessarily recommend these sites, for alternative places to buy or sell a vehicle, many now go to FaceBook or other groups -- such as: Chiang Mai Used Secondhand Cars and Trucks, Chiang Mai Cars and Trucks, Farang Classified Advertising Chiang Mai, SecondhandChiangmai, SeconhandChiangMai, Chiang Mai Buy, Sell, Swap, ThaiVisa Classifieds, Ebay Thailand, Baht&Sold.

    • Also consider the better coverage and inventories available through Chiang Mai Motorcycle Buy and Sell,.

    • For bicycles and mountain bikes, see Chiang Mai Used Secondhand Bikes.Chiang Mai Motorcycle Buy and Sell FaceBook Group (07/2016)

Air Conditioning/Electrical

• • Amnuay Motor Air 2 - one of the very best air conditioning/electrical repair/installation shops in town. Reliable, same-day service. Located on Highway 11 (east side of Chiang Mai) on the west frontage road of Highway 11 - opposite Makro and the new Bangkok Hospital (many will pass their tall building with its large blue Alpine sign on their way to Big C Extra or Index Furniture - see Photo). For a map and more info including entertainment/navigation/security systems, visit: www.amnuaymotor2.com | Contact 053-247-444

Repairs

• • Vehicle Repairs: J & N Auto Service, Jimmy is an English-speaking mechanic, trained and worked in the USA for 12 years. 25 years total experience. Complete repairs for all cars and small trucks. Computer, engine, transmission, clutch, fuel injection, brakes, electrical, A/C. Guarantees his work. Call Jimmy, mobile: 081-885-2893, 087-660-9645. Office Tel: 053-140-323. Email: jnautoservice@gmail.com. Located near Global House on Middle Ring Rd. and just west of Chiangmai-Lamphun Rd

Useful Websites

(Caveat Emptor: usage of any of the information contained in this document is at the reader’s own risk. Understand that the CCCC Classifieds bears no responsibility for the validity of any web links contained, nor any information listed, nor any other web links or other information promoted at each site. Furthermore, the CCCC Classifieds assumes no responsibility for any actions taken by individuals in using information found at these websites or disclosed by any associated web links.)

Airport (CNX)

• • Flight Status (Chiang Mai Arrivals/Departures) - http://www.chiangmaiairportonline.com/flight-status-arrivals-departures/

  • Flight Path Tracking - monitor Chiang Mai (CNX) take-offs, landings, box pattern activity, and Thailand flight routes (virtual top view of real-time flight activity) - https://www.flightradar24.com/18.76,98.96/14

Art Supplies Online

• • All Art Center - http://www.allartcenter.com/index.php?lay=show&ac=article&Id=478918

Books

• • Books - Free Worldwide Delivery - Usually takes 2-4 weeks: http://www.bookdepository.com/ -or- http://www.betterworldbooks.com/ [Recommended by Tom and Anne T.]

  • Books - Can order and have delivered to your house English books (as well as Chinese, Japanese and Thai) from https://thailand.kinokuniya.com/t/books/english-books [Recommended by Robin M.]

Ceramic Mugs: with customized printed logo: www.brioathome.com/

Chiang Mai Utility Costs: article form a local housing rental service: http://homeinchiangmai.com/chiang-mai-utility-costs/

Chiang Mai Tourism

• • For most walk-in tourist attractions, check to see if they offer senior discounts or reduced prices if you have a Thai driver’s license (never hurts to ask nicely).

  • Wikivoyage Chiang Mai (Warning: helpful overview includes secular listings)

Communications

• • Free Fax - Free FAXing using your computer: https://faxzero.com/. And here are two more FAX services others have recommended:

  • https://www.hellofax.com/

  • http://www.pamfax.biz/en/ .

Computer

Consumer

Emergency Tips

• • How to Remove a Stuck Ring - from wearing a ring too small or a swollen finger joint. ASSH site: http://www.assh.org/handcare/Conditions-and-Injuries/Hand-Safety/Removing-a-Ring.

Environmental Conditions

Chiang Mai Environmental Hazards:

• • Environmental Hazards - "How Bad is Chiang Mai Air Pollution Really?", Chiang Mai Buddy, Chiang Mai Thailand

  • Inversion (meteorology) - Wikipedia article on atmospheric thermodynamics (specifically mentions Chiang Mai as a an example)

Local Air Quality Indices:

• • • CM City Hall - Air Pollution Quality - PM10 Air Quality Index (AQI) for Chiang Mai.

    • Chiang Mai Air - chiangmaiair.org

    • For more granular PM2.5 counts, see the US Consulate FaceBook page (Caveat - may not be active weekends): https://www.facebook.com/chiangmai.usconsulate/?fref=ts&hc_location=ufi -OR- calculate on your own (see following AQI Calculator).

    • Air Quality Index Calculator - https://airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=resources.conc_aqi_calc

    • Real-time Air Quality Index Visual Map - http://aqicn.org/map/chiang-mai/#@g/18.6779/98.9999/5z

    • Fires in Thailand (Air Quality): http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/NaturalHazards/view.php?id=87620&src=eorss-nh (2016 article)Earthquakes: geofon.gfz-potsdam.de; European Mediterranian Seismological Centre; earthquake-report.com; Earthquake Safety Actions; Drudge Report

    • Earthquakes - Latest Earthquakes Worldwide (USGS)

    • Flood Levels: http://www.hydro-1.net

    • Storm Tracking in the region -- http://www.tropicalstormrisk.com/ (replaces OLD site: //tsr.mssl.ucl.ac.uk/tracker/dynamic/main.html)

Weather:

• • Forecasts:

    • http://www.tmd.go.th/en/province.php?id=2;

    • http://www.wunderground.com/weather-forecast/TH/Chiang_Mai.html;

    • Weather Chiang Mai

  • History

    • Chiang Mai Climate History

  • TMD Weather Radar - http://weather.tmd.go.th/lmpLoop.php

Health Food Stores (online)

• Health Food Thailand

• iHerb

Immigration

See CCCC General Immigration Help

Legal

• • Notary for U.S. - notarize.com/ - combined process using smartphone app and desktop/laptop computer. Their site claims recognition by all 50 U.S. states. Also see https://9to5mac.com/2016/02/04/notarize-licensed-notary-iphone/

Map of Chiang Mai

Just google “CCCC Map” to see our Chiang Mai community online map of over 1200 popular locations with curated details and photos. Many items suggested by members of the community who have lived in Chiang Mai for years.

Minimalism

Post Office

Thailand Post - check status of EMS and Registered Mail

Recycling

www.facebook.com/trashherothailand/ (02/2018)

Snakes

Snakebite in Thailand - What to Do? - also can ID snake species for you. (10/2016)

Taxes

Taxes for Expats (U.S.) - web service for U.S. workers overseas. www.taxesforexpats.com/about/about-us.html. Tel. +1-646-397-2887 (04/2018)

Thailand Addresses

Understanding Thailand Addresses - summary of Wiki articles by Khun Benq of ThaiVisa (11/2016)

Translation Services

Translation Service Providers in Chiang Mai (PDF) (8/2016)

Transportation

See CCCC Vehicle Services section