Thani Talk 2013 October

N ONTHABURI N EIGHBORHOOD R EACH

O CTOBER 2013

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2 0 1 3 Events at a Glance: Oct. 9: NNR Truffle Making Tour, p. 3 Oc.t 10: Happy Hour, p. 3 Oc.t 17: Charity Coffee, p. 12

Contents: Highlights Tour: Chef Busschaert, p. 3 Grapevine: p. 28-29 Social: Happy Hour & Sale, p. 3 Recipes: p. 41 Cover Story: Children, p. 4-6 Restaurant: p. 49 Charity Spotlight: Coffee, p.12 Nichada News: p. 7 Travel: Kid-friendly spots, p. 22

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Thani Talk ~October 2013

Letter from Co-Editor

October: Focus on Children and Halloween In our community of more than 1,400 families, children big and small are the center of attention. Loving them is easy, but raising them sure can be a lot of work.

So, in this October issue of Thani Talk, we introduce a treasure trove of community resources useful to children and families. In the cover story, newcomer Monique Langer shares the valuable resources she has discovered. In Community News, we offer tips on celebrating Halloween creatively, painlessly and safely.

The Restaurant, Recipe and Travel sections all zero in on children-friendly options.

Enjoy this issue packed with helpful tips. Happy reading!

Liz Lu, Co-Editor, Thani Talk

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NNR Socials

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NNR is a not-for-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to serving the Nonthaburi community and supporting local charities since 1994. We achieve this by publishing a free monthly magazine that has a distribution of 1,200 copies. We host 2 monthly coffee mornings, an annual charity bazaar and organize monthly tours. There are no membership dues.

Thani Talk ~October 2013

NNR Upcoming Tour and Social

NNR Happy Hour! October 10th Vietnamese Handicrafts Sale and Charity Raffle Did you know that one of our Nichada neighbours, Oanh Thompson, imports and sells beautiful Vietnamese handicrafts at very reasonable prices? She only sources and stocks the best quality products direct from Vietnam, such as Vietnamese lacquerware, silk paintings, silk lampshades with matching lamp bases, hand embroidered table cloths, duvet covers, bed sheets, pillow cases and many more items.

This month Oanh has invited us into her home. Why not drop in and chill out, catch up with friends old and new over a glass of wine and a few nibbles including some delicious Vietnamese snacks. Also, take the opportunity to browse through a wide selection of top quality Vietnamese handicrafts.

Not only are these beautiful items perfect for your own home, but they would also make fabulous gifts, and all without the airfare to Vietnam! Oanh has kindly offered to donate one of her beautiful lacquerware paintings and a hand-embroidered table cloth for us to raffle on the night. Proceeds will go to a much deserving local Thai charity.

Please bring a bottle and/or a plate of finger food to share.

Raffle tickets for the Nov. 7 NNR Bazaar will be available at the Happy Hour

Date: Thursday, Oct. 10 Time: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Venue: Oanh’s home, 702 Greenville

No need to RSVP, but if you do have any queries, please feel free to call Sarah Glaze at 081-793-0806.

NNR Tour: October 9th Truffle-Making Workshop with Intercontinental Hotel’s Pastry Chef Chris Busschaert Date: Wednesday, October 9 Schedule: 8 a.m.: Meet in front of Chevron Theatre of ISB campus 9 a.m.: Arrival at Hotel, welcome coffee and cookies 10 a.m. Truffle making class with Chef Busschaert (Blond Caramel and Thai Chili Chocolate Truffles) 11:30 a.m. Dim Sum buffet lunch Cost: 1,000 baht, excluding transportation (van rental cost to be shared; final transportation price depends on number of people) Price covers truffle making class, gift box of six truffles, welcome coffee and cookies, delicious dim sum lunch buffet at the Summer Palace restaurant, free-flow soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee.

Limited space: For 12 people only.

For more information, and for reservations, please contact Alexandra Ries at Berlin.bangkok@hotmail.com.

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Cover Story: Children’s Spotlight

Nichada in Nappies Resources for Parents of Little Ones in the Nichada Area Arriving in Bangkok with three small children earlier this year was a daunting experience to say the least. Although very excited to arrive from the US in our new host country, I quickly realized that acculturating – or even just venturing outside – would take considerable effort.

We didn’t speak the language. We were staying temporarily in downtown Bangkok – not exactly renowned for its stroller friendliness. My husband was due at work in exactly 1.5 days (work he loves dearly, to any higher-ups that may be reading!), and I had no idea how to even buy milk.

Though rough at first, things did become easier once we moved to Nichada. However, there were still plenty of things to figure out. Where can my 5-year-old go to preschool? What activities can I do with my babies? Why is everybody driving golf carts? Where is the milk?!

Through lots of word-of-mouth from friends and neighbors as well as plenty of Google searches, I am ready to impart my vast wisdom to you all (ha!). In reality, I’m still learning every day, as I’m sure you all are - and isn’t that the fun of the adventure?

Local activities Little Gym – Group classes for children ages four months to 12 years old. Free introductory class. Located in Central Chaengwattana Office Tower, 9th Floor.

Telephone: 02-101-0200. Website: thelittlegymbkk.com Gymboree - Group classes for infants to age 5. Free introductory class. Telephone: 02-835-3118 ISB Playgrounds – Now that school is back in session, the ISB playgrounds are open to the whole community outside of school hours of 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Little Toy” is the playground closest to the parking lot near the kindergarten classrooms and is great for toddlers and young children. “Big Toy” is toward the middle of the school near the swimming pool and has a bigger structure for big kids.

Playgroups – Playgroups are mostly ad hoc.

Check the “Nichada Moms” page (see page 6) for some, or organize one yourself for friends and neighbors. You’ll get to meet some cool moms and kids in the comfort of your own home!

Playgroups usually last one to two hours and light snacks are provided.

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Cover Story: Children’s Spotlight

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Preschools There are several preschools to choose from in the local area, listed below. Most are accessible by golf cart (for the brave!), and all offer transportation for a fee.

Tuition fees vary for each school and are payable on a semester schedule. There are application fees (about 2,500 to 3,000 baht) as well as varying registration/enrollment fees.

In addition to regular preschool classrooms, some schools also offer organized toddler playgroups, where parent participation is required. Aside from the opportunity for social interaction with other children and parents, another benefit to the playgroups is that some schools allow you to skip the registration fees while in the playgroup. Each school’s fee policies vary, so be sure to ask.

Asking your friends and neighbors for their recommendations is a good place to start. The schools’ websites are also all very up-to-date with information on school philosophies and mission statements. Of course, plan a visit to the schools to see which is the best fit for your family.

Early Learning Centre (ELC) – Classroom programs from 18 months to 5 years old.

Location: 44 Samakee Soi 20 Website: http://www.elc-bangkok.com (select the Country School location) Telephone: 02-588-1063 Hampton International School – Classroom programs from 2 to 5 years old. The Toddler Playgroup is for children ages 1 to 2 years and meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-10:30 a.m.

Location: 51/8 Mooban Sarawanville, Chaengwattana Soi 28 (out Seechaithong gate) Website: http://www.hamptonschool.ac.th Telephone: 02-584-3864 International School Bangkok (ISB) - Classroom program for prekindergarten (pre-K) age 4.

Location: 39/7 Soi Nichada Thani Website: http://www.isb.ac.th/Pre_Kindergarten/default.aspx Telephone: 02-963-5800

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Cover Story: Children’s Spotlight

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Preschools cont.

Magic Years – Classroom programs from 10 months to 5 years old. Toddler playgroup is for children newborn to 1 year old and meets on Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m.

Location: 59/307-308 Muangthong Thani, Chaengwattana Soi 29 (across from Central Chaengwattana) Website: http://www.magicyears.ac.th Telephone: 02-574-2168 Rose Marie Academy – Classroom programs begin at 2 years old. The Activity Playgroup is for children aged 18 months to 2 years and meets two days per week from 9-11 a.m.

Location: Nichada Thani, near expressway gate.

Website: http://www.rose-marie.ac.th Telephone: 02-582-3218 St. Andrews Samakee International School – Classroom programs begin at 2 years old. The Toddlers and Parents playgroup is for children ages 18-24 months and meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Location: 43 Taiwanond Soi 48 (near Samakee Road) Website: http://www.standrews-samakee.com Telephone: 02-952-4003 Online resources “Nichada Moms” Facebook group – This is a fairly new Facebook group that was featured in Thani Talk last month. It’s great for asking questions about life in Nichada with small children. Search for “Nichada Moms - Tots, Babies & Bumps” on Facebook and send a request to join.

“BKK Kids” Facebook page - BKK Kids is another fairly new Facebook page dedicated to life in Bangkok with small children.

Parents submit questions, which are then answered via comments from fellow BKK Kids followers. Much of the information is centered around downtown living, but there are resources, activities, services, etc. that are useful to anyone with small children.

BAMBI - Bangkok Mothers and Babies International - BAMBI’s website is a great resource for activities in Bangkok, and their Facebook page is updated with parenting tips and support group information. Visit http://www.bambiweb.org. Facebook information is on the website’s home page.

I hope you find the information here useful as you navigate Nichada.

Have a suggestion for other parents of young children? Is there something you’d like to see in future editions of Thani Talk?

Please feel free to drop me a line at NNRMonique@gmail.com. Look forward to hearing from you!

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Community News: Halloween

Halloween! Thursday, October 31st Finding Cool Costumes Cool Costumes 120/91 Maneeya Village ,Soi 2 Sukhumvit Soi 101/1 084-336-6088 The owner can order from his larger stores in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur if you need a specific costume. It only takes a few days to receive them.

Submitted by Amy Sorenson Department stores such as Central and Robinsons will typically have a basic selection of costumes and scary accessories. But don’t forget to check thrift shops, such as White Elephant on Samakkee Road, for creative bargains. In Thailand, seamstresses can also conjure up fancy costumes at affordable prices.

Where to Buy Candies Villa market, for the convenience Big C or Lotus, for generic selections Macro wholesale store, for bulk buys Embassy stores (if have privilege), for imported favorites

Popular Hotspots If you live in Regent or Nichada Park, brace yourself to be swamped by HUNDREDS of trick-or-treaters. Regent residents, due to their access to the U.S. embassy store, are known for giving out hard-to-get American candies.

Nichada Park is known for hosting some of the best haunted houses. Apartment buildings see fewer trick-or-treaters due to elevator access.

Typical rule of thumb is that if a house has Halloween decorations and has its lights on, it welcomes trick-or-treaters. If lights are out, residents are either not home, or are out of candies.

Here in Thailand, children from local Thai neighborhoods join in the festivities, as do most teenagers. Streets may be crowded, so keep an eye out for pedestrians as well as golf carts.

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Community News: New Shopping Complex

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Grand-Opening for Nichada Plaza: Oct. 5, 10am-2pm 1st floor Villa Market Store & Convenience Store 2nd floor Oct. 5 opening day special offers Toy Story (New Toy Shop) Free workshop on Sat, Oct. 5. with many toys to take home.

Crystal Holiday (Travel Agent) 500 baht discount per person for : 4-days & 3-nights Bhutan Package Pandit Carpets (Carpet & Furniture Shop) Free food and lucky draw OOFOO (Candle & Handicraft Shop) Wash - n - Dry (Laundry Shop) 10% discount for non-member 15% discount for member.

Pharmacy Khun Gain Florist (Flowers and Home Decoration) 10% discount on opening day

24-hour Mini Villa to Open Near ISB Villa Supermarket will open a new around-the-clock express market near the ISB campus when it moves its main store to the new Nichada Plaza near the expressway, said Villa’s Nichada branch manager, Khun Anchalee. The bigger store at the Plaza is slated to open on Oct. 5.

The new 24-hour convenience style mini market will be located in Nichada’s former sales offices near the school, she said.

Villa decided to open the mini-market for the convenience of students and other shoppers who may need drinks and snacks but who do not have transportation to its new and bigger store at the Plaza, she said.

News of a mini Villa near the ISB campus will be welcome news to students, some of whom had tried to petition Villa to stay in its old location.

Save these Dates!

Thursday, November 14 Happy Hour with Bollywood Dancing at Carla Stolper's house in The Regent

Friday, December 13 Festive Soiree at Gill and Vic Adams’

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Thank You

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Welcome Back Coffee Hour Draws Big Crowd Big Thank You to Host Mare Harvey On Friday, September 13, we held our annual NNR Welcome Back Coffee morning at the home of Mare Harvey. This is always a popular event as it kick starts the NNR socials calendar and is a great opportunity to meet up with old friends and also to meet some of the newcomers.

The spread of goodies on offer was amazing, so thank you to everyone that brought a plate to share.

I was delighted with the turn out. I am guessing that there must have been at least 60 ladies, maybe even more. Let's hope this is a good omen for all future NNR Socials.

As the organizer of the NNR Socials, I try to balance the events to appeal to as many sections of our International Community as possible and so organize a mix of coffees and happy hours. We usually have a seasonal theme and sometimes may even have handicraft for sale or use the event to raise money for worthy local charities.

Although pretty well organized , I am always happy to get feedback and suggestions. Hope to see you at the October Happy Hour (see page 3 for details).

Sarah Glaze, NNR Social Chair Organizations at the Welcome Coffee Andrea Shivers, After the Boxes. Helping newcomers get settled and familiar with Nichada bshivers@gmail.com Jenn Bradley, White Elephant Store. A place to drop second hand clothes to be re-sold to the community; proceeds go to charity. jennbradley5@gmail.com Delcie Jensen, American Women's Club . Nichada rep. Gatherings once per month. delcieaj@gmail.com Karen Schneider, Helen Hodges, ISB Welcome Wai ISB welcome for newcomers. ksrf23@yahoo.com; helenhodges2@gmail.com Catherine Harsono, Kim Eun Ju, Bumrungrad Clinic. catherine@bumrungrad.com; kimej@bumrungrad.com Lynn Jones - ISB Booster Club. lynnandaj@gmail.com Sandie Bryan King - Canada Club. Nichada Rep sbking60@hotmail.com Sarah Glaze -British Women's Group. Informal Nichada rep sozleybot@hotmail.com

"As the piercing sound of the coach’s whistle sounded, all the attendees stood at attention at the annual meeting of the NNR. It was actually a beautiful coffee event at President Mare Harvey's home on the Lake. Both newbies and veteran Nichada residents gathered to exchange information, recruit volunteers for upcoming events, and just engage in a little neighborly chitchat. We are all so grateful to Mare and everyone else who volunteers at NNR for fostering this strong organization of support and outreach within the Nichada community."

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Charity Spotlight: NNR Charities

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NNR Charities

YMCA Needs Volunteers to Teach English Love kids? Want to help? The YMCA/YWCA in Pakkred is looking for volunteers to teach Thai children English once a week, from 10 am to 11am. They also need volunteers to teach Christmas songs. Interested?

Please contact: Khun Saisom Komalasevin at 02 583 0998. Address: 99/19 Chaengwattana, Pakkred.

Charity Coffee - October 17 Guest Speaker: Dorothy Klynstra Interested in volunteering but not sure what to do? Come to a new NNR event, Charity Coffee Morning, and learn about opportunities to give back.

Guest speaker Dorothy Klynstra will talk about her work with handicapped orphans at Baan Rajawadee.

Volunteers for other charities will also share their experiences.

When: Thursday, October 17, 10 a.m.-Noon Where: Home of Becky McLeod 39/691 Lake Point 2, Nichada Please bring some sweets or savories to share.

Raffle Tickets for the Nov. 7th NNR Bazaar will be on sale at the Charity Coffee.

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Charity Spotlight: NNR Charities Make a difference right here in Nonthaburi. NNR supports many local charities, but the real support comes from the volunteers who donate their time, energy and love to those less fortunate. Here are some of the charities NNR supports.

For more information about how you can be part of this group of volunteers or to volunteer at any of the charities we sponsor, contact: Charity Volunteer Coordinator Susan Curtis at 080 043 2735.

Baan Feung Faa Address: Mission:

Needs:

Contact: E-mail:

Tiwanon, Soi 1, Pakkret A government orphanage for mentally and/ or physically handicapped children. It houses over 500 children from birth to 10.

Volunteers to play with, and stimulate the children, as well as drive children to medical appointments. Also needed are toys, clothes, musical instruments Louise Weavers weavers.5@gmail.com

Baan Rachawadee (Boys) Project OGAT Telephone: 02 583 8426 Ext 116 Address: 78/6 Tiwanon, Soi 1, Pakkret Mission: A rehabilitation home for mentally & physically handicapped boys ages 7 - 18.

Needs: Money, art supplies, etc.; volunteers to provide compassion & to help with games, music, art & walks Contact: Dorothy Klynstra 085 3204523 Email: ogatpakkred@hotmail.com

Baan Rachawadee (Girls) Website: Address: Mission:

Needs:

Contact:

www.rachawadeeying.com 78/15 Tiwanon, Soi 1, Pakkret Provide residential care and rehabilitation services for mentally handicapped girls whose ages are between 7 - 18 years old.

Sports equipment, money, art supplies, etc.; volunteers to provide compassion & to help with games, music, art & walks.

Khun Pimban 02 583 6731 Ext 888

Lad Yai Prison (Women’s Correctional Center) Address: Mission: Contact: Phone:

Nonthaburi Reception Home for the Destitute Telephone: Address: Mission: Needs: Website: Contact:

Contact: Website: Telephone: Address: Mission:

Needs:

Mrs Benjamas Somsri, Director www.vtcw.org 02 961 1882 / 02 583 8350 Tiwanon, Soi 1, Pakkret Provide vocational training for disadvantaged women enabling them to earn income to support their families.

Money, fabric, computers, clothes, etc. .

02 583 0044 / 02 582 0771 78/12 Moo 1, Tiwanon, Soi 1, Pakkret This organization offers food, shelter, medicine, & training to homeless adults.

Adult diapers, Dettol disinfectant, clothes, toiletries & money www.thai.net/raiteepueng_non Liz Lu 086-784-7171

Rainbow House Rehabilitation Center Contact: Website: Telephone: Mission:

K. Chariya Saenwian, Managing Director www.ccdthailand.org 02 503 1270 / 081 985-5517 A daycare facility run by Christian Care Foundation for children with disabilities.

Caregivers & teachers prepare the children for normal home life & school.

Sang Tawan Children's Home Telephone: Address: Mission:

Needs: Contact:

Khun Tat, Director 02 521-1744, 081 402- 7795 3/710 Phahonyotin Soi 48, Bangkok 10220 A home for abandoned children, providing a permanent residence for 10 children under 10 years old.

Donations are needed to meet their monthly living expenses.

Tiffany Hebard 02 960 3730

Sparrow Home for Babies of Prisoners Telephone:

Central Welfare & Vocational Training for Women

33/2 Ngamwongwan, Chatuchak To visit and encourage foreign prisoners Johara Nour 086 061 6608

Address: Mission: Needs: Contact:

K. Noi, Supervisor 02-503-5144/089 685 9974 20/1 Soi 63 Samakee, Pakkret The home is for children of female prisoners waiting to be reunited with their mothers.

Volunteers are needed to play, feed & bathe the children.

Claudia Stone 02 583 0550

YMCA of Pakkret Contact: Khun Saisom Komalasevin, Exec. Director Telephone: 02 583 0998 Address: 99/19 Chaengwattana, Pakkret 13

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Tour Tales: Museum Trip

Thani Talk ~October 2013

September NNR Tour: The Museum of Floral Culture After a long summer holiday, our first NNR tour of the season was at “The Museum of Floral Culture” with 12 lovely ladies from Nichada Thani .

The museum is located in the quiet residential area of Dusit district, not so far from Nichada Thani. Sakul Intakul is an renowned Thai floral artist who is the founder of the museum.

We arrived at the museum at 10:30 am. We went inside a 2-storied old teak house and both floors had 5 rooms which exhibited different types of hand made floral, intricate crafts. As we walked through the home barefoot. Khun Intakul created amazing floral craft and showcased the use of flowers in art from ancient time to the present through-out Asia. There are traces of art being used from India, China, Japan, Tibet, Indonesia (Bali), as well as Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. The detailed work is amazing.

At noon we relaxed on the balcony. They served us nine different types of flavored tea with desserts. I can tell you— if you love desserts then the medley of Asian sweets served with the tea set will make you smile.

The Museum is surrounded by a garden and the ambiance is peaceful and relaxing. The Museum offers special floral workshops for general public every second Saturday of every month.

Lots of thanks to our NNR tour leader Alexandra. She organizes amazing trips every month. Yes, we also learned to appreciate floral culture thanks to the amazing museum founder, Sakul Intakul.

By Yesmin Tarana

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Community Bulletin Board

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The purpose of the Community Bulletin Board is to provide information about local organizations and activities which are available for a fee. If you would like to advertise your business here, please submit your announcement by the 15th of each month to nnrnewsletter@yahoo.com. Cost per announcement is 400 baht.

Vinyasa Yoga Develop strength, flexibility, balance, focus and awareness coordinating movement and breath.

Thursdays 8.15-9.45 am: Clark Hatch Gym above Starbucks. All levels welcome. Contact: Ellie Edelhoff 087-000-2464 or 02-987-9677 Email: eedelhoff@hotmail.com Meditation Courses (Individual or group) Learn to meditate-TM style. Relieves stress and anxiety.

Improves health, academic, athletic, and professional performance. Easy natural, anyone can learn. Expert instruction by a 30-year teacher of meditation. Contact Ellie Edelhoff for more information. www.TM.org, www. tmeducation.org, www.DavidLynchFoundation.org Yoga Class with Napisa Monday10:00-11:30 am. Therapy and Restorative Yoga Wed, 7:45-9:15am. Level II Wed, 7:45-9:00 pm. Open Level and Restorative Friday 8:45-10:15am. Level I @Studio Above Starbuck's Napisa C. Pant 086-975-7187 napisapant.yoga@gmail.com

Pilates Group Classes Pilates is a balanced blend of strength and flexibility training that improves posture, reduces stress, and creates long, lean muscles. Pilates engages the mind and conditions the entire body, with a particular emphasis on the core (abdomen, back and pelvic girdle). Group classes are held at the Nichada aerobics room above Starbucks.

Mon: 8:45am Pilates Mix Matwork (Pre-booking required) Mon: 4pm Matwork Thurs: 4pm Matwork Fri: 7:30am Pilates on the Swiss ball. (Intermediate, pre-booking required) Contact: Tiffany 081-860-9593 Email: tiffanyhebard@gmail.com Bollywood Dance Class Bollywood dance is a fusion of Western, Eastern and Latin dance with traditional classical Indian dance styles.

It’s funky, it’s sexy, it’s fun... and it’s a great workout! Classes every: Monday OR Wednesday OR Friday 9:30-10:30am Regent Dance studio, Nichada Thani.

For further information, contact Irit: 0860044840 or iritmike@gmail.com CrossFit Kaeng Graeng An official affiliate of CrossFit. Located in Phoenix Muay Thai Gym just outside Nichada Thani's front gate.

What is CrossFit? Check out www.crossfit.com Weekdays, M-F - 7:30-8:30am Tuesdays and Thursdays - 7:00-8:00pm Contact Marilu to sign up and for more info 087-486-0252 or marilu.emery@gmail.com

Kundalini Yoga Do kriyas to strengthen your body! Chant mantras and let’s meditate to enlarge our consciousness. That is what we do in Kundalini Yoga. The Yoga of Awareness! All levels are welcome. Only experience is going into the heart! Have a try! Start: Tuesdays, except schoolholidays 9.00-10.30am Clark Hatch Gym above Starbucks Instructor: Kerstin Wild–Kamalpreet Kaur 08 6372 9750 kerstin-georg-wild@online.de Please contact me for more information!

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Travel: Family Friendly

Child-Friendly Travel Near Bangkok Great Destinations for Families Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya The Centara Pattaya, as it’s called, is about 90 minutes’ drive to the quiet end of Pattaya.

Their pool and lazy river are amazing. There is also a kids club and direct beach access.

The day spa was probably one of the best I've been to at a resort too.

I have to say this was the best family holiday we ever had.

Jo McGregor

JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa This resort is about 90 minutes’ drive north of the Phuket Airport. I was afraid my 1, 2, and 5 year-olds wouldn’t do so well for that long in the car, but it was absolutely fine and well worth the drive.

The grounds of this resort are amazing. It’s also quiet enough to really relax but with enough life to let your kids have a good time without disturbing anyone.

Highlights include a very nice breakfast buffet (included with our room special), lots of indoor activities for rainy days (table tennis, billiards, foosball, and a great kids club), an amazing pool/ lagoon which winds around the whole resort, direct beach access from the resort, plenty of great restaurants, and an amazing spa.

My boys enjoying the patio pool access

We also took my parents who were visiting from out of town, and they loved everything about the resort as well. We hope your family has an amazing time, too!

The beautiful beach at the resort

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C lub Canada Thailand For Canadians & Lovers of Canadian Culture

Book Club: Fiddleheads Oct. 17, at Official Residence of Canadian Ambassador Book: The Concubine’s Children, by Denise Chong Contact Claudia van der Heyden at: mcanagan@hotmail.com

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Nichada Liaison: To better serve Canadians in the Nonthaburi area, the CCT has a Club representative who organizes couples and childfriendly events for expats in Pakkred. Feel free to contact:

Sandie BryantKing sbking60@hotmail.com

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Heard It Through The Grapevine

Thani Talk ~October 2013

Heard It Through the GRAPEVINE This is a column that we hope everyone will appreciate. It’s a chance to share all those good finds and tips so that others can benefit. If you have tips to share, please send them to the editor at nnrnewsletter@yahoo.com.

Discount Tickets for Siam Ocean World Thinking of visiting Siam Ocean World in Siam Paragon while the kids have the day off? Make sure you check online first for special discounts.

Just visit http://www.siamoceanworld.co.th and click on the “Buy Ticket Online” icon on the home page. Click on “Package for Resident in Thailand” to see the current specials available.

Be sure to bring one of the documents required for proof of residency. All details are on the website.

Monique Langer

Kids & Adults Welcomed to Flower Museum Workshops Ladies who joined last month’s NNR Tour to the Museum of Floral Culture came home with some interesting tips.

The museum, founded by renowned engineer-turned-floral designer Sakul Intakul, offers monthly workshops for children and adults. Classes for kids are on the first Sunday of the month, and those for adults are on the last Sunday of the month.

For more information, visit: floralmuseum.com

15% Discount for all Nichada Residents at Bumrungrad Did you know that ALL Nichada Thani Residents qualify for 15% discount at Nichada Bumrungrad Clinic?

To claim your discount, simply collect a letter that incorporates a temporary discount card with the discount code from the Nichada Clinic. You will require a card for each member of your household. All is explained in the letter.

I also have some letters/cards so please feel free to contact Sarah Glaze at sozleybot@hotmail.com.

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Tres Taquitos - A Nearby Must Try You may have noticed the new cart and restaurant directly across from the 7-11 out of the Samakee exit. Owned by Adem, the "Muay Thai guy," the aptly named Tres Taquitos fries up fish tacos on the spot in orders of three. An order is only 90 baht, and there are plenty of delicious condiments to suit all taste buds.

Look for the new location to be opening on October 10 in front of Adem’s Aubergine restaurant (also delicious, per former Nichada resident Amy McDonald!) directly outside of the Samakee gate.

(As in, look straight ahead when exiting Nichada for the gray building to the left of the motorcycle taxi stand.) Open hours are Noon -8 p.m.

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Facebook Group for Local Expats If you haven’t already found the “Expats of Pakkret” Facebook page, go join now!

Created by Nichada resident Nicole Wright, the group is a “closed” group on Facebook to ensure the privacy of its members, but it is open to all expats interested in information related to living in the Pakkret area of Nonthaburi.

Typical posts include questions about travel, household helpers, items for sale, local clubs, and much more.

To join, search for “Expats of Pakkret” on Facebook and send a request. An administrator will approve your request as soon as possible.

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Reprinted by Popular Request: Door-to-Door Dry Cleaning Service We found a wonderful dry cleaning service (and laundry) because we “heard it through the grapevine” and by word of mouth two years ago. We had tried various cleansers but were most pleased with this one. Pick up and drop off days are Wednesdays and Saturdays (1pm—2pm). If your dry cleaning gets picked up on Wednesday, it is returned on Saturday. If it is picked up on Saturday, then it is returned on Wednesday. Call them and give your name and address.

Contact Info: Ishiiya Dry Clenaing & Laundry Service (Japanese) 02-663-4745, 081-814-3128 Sukhumvit Soi 24, near Ramen Ichiban Rufie Harr 29

When Life gets Overwhelming Reach Out for Help‌ For 30 years, Carl Janowitz has provided counseling for adults, adolescents and families. Educated and trained in the United States, he also had a private clinic at Bumrungrad Hospital for five years. Now with two locations downtown and also in Pattaya, Carl specializes in clients dealing with life changes, relationship conflict, stress management, school problems, substance abuse and self esteem issues.

For a confidential appointment please call 089 680 3503 or counselor_cj@bangkokhappy.com www.bangkoktherapy.com Carl Janowitz Marriage and Family Therapist First Tower Sukhumvit 1/1 (Behind Bumrungrad)

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Around Nonthaburi and Beyond

Events

Clubs: Sports

Expat Ladies Workshop: Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 30, 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Imperial Queen's Park, Sukhumvit Soi 22

Adult Volleyball League: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (and some Mondays) playing friendly matches in ISB’s Rajendra Hall.

Contact Pat Sethbhakdi: psethbhakdi@hotmail.com

The 2nd Bangkok Bike Expo 2013 October 17-20 Impact Arena Edutainment bike festival for bike lovers. Onestop products and services for bicycles KidsCovery World: Tales & Toys October 24-27, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Impact Arena Educational fun and many kid-related activities, including a fun land, toys and accessories shop, children’s stories zone, and more

Clubs: International CCT - Club Canada Thailand Open to all nationalities. Monthly tours, book group, Lunch Bunch, and other social events. www.clubcanadathailand.com

Men’s Softball League: Slo-pitch men’s softball. League runs from November to May. Contact: Troy Regis at troyr@isb.ac.th Nichada Tennis Leagues Tuesday-Intermediate League Mary McCarty— mrymccrty@yahoo.com Friday 7:30-9:30- Intermediate/Advanced League Ann McVey: tim_mcvey@hotmail.com

Worship Venues Chaengwattana Community Church Sunday Service- 9:30am Tues/Wed evenings: Life Groups- Encouraging WedWed 9:30am: Encouraging Women Youth Group (high school) Sunday 11:30am Youth Group (middle school) Thursdays 6:30pm http://www.cccthailand.org

Catholic Mass in Nonthaburi Our Lady of Mercy Church BWG - British Women's Group Monthly Luncheon, Activities, Coffee Mornings. 69/13 Moo 1, Tiwanon Rd. Ban Mai, Pakkred.

English Mass: Sundays at 5:15pm Open to all nationalities.

Faith Formation Religious Ed/CCD) Classes Contact: Sarah Glaze 081-793 0806 OurLadyofMercyParish@gmail.com www.bwgbangkok.com; info@bwgbangkok.com Synagogue Beth Elisheva Synagogue, Mikveh & Jewish Center ANZWG -Australia/New Zealand Women’s 121 Soi SaiNamThip 2, Sukhumvit Road, Soi 22 Group Tel: 02-663-0244; Fax: 663-0245 Monthly Coffee Mornings, Tours, Newsletter & Activities Mosque www.anzwg-bangkok.org Soi Prasert Issaram Mosque 8 Moo 3 Soi Prasert Issaram, Pakkred, Nonthaburi AWC—American Women’s Club of Thailand Neighborhood mosque just outside of Nichada Thani.

Monthly Luncheon, Activities and Coffee Morning. Contact: 02-712-3380/1 Buddhist Temple awc@awcthailand.org; www.awcthailand.org Wat Bua Khwan ( ) 1 Moo 9 Ngamwongwan Road, Muang, Nonthaburi Clubs: Hobbies 02-952-8062; Watbuakhwan.com Popular local temple offering merit-making, prayer, Nonthaburi Needlers: Meets Tuesday mornings. Open to quilters, needlers, knitters and blessings and funeral services.

15 minutes from Nichada. Go via Samakkee Road, on all who love needle art. shortcut soi just before the expressway on-ramp near Contact Charlotte Sanders at: Ngamwongwan.

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Health: Breast Cancer Awareness

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OCTOBER Breast Cancer Awareness Month Facts about Breast Cancer: * 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. * Breast cancer is second only to lung cancer in cancer deaths among women in the US. * In 2010, nearly 1.5 million people worldwide were diagnosed with breast cancer. * Despite the high incidence rates, in Western countries, 89% of women diagnosed with breast. cancer are still alive 5 years after their diagnosis, which is due to detection (mammograms and being breast aware) and treatment. * The UK and US have one of the highest incidence rates worldwide (together with the rest of North America and Australia/ New Zealand. The World Health Organization estimates that 12-37 lives could be saved PER DAY with effective education and screenings (mammograms).

As mammography screening rates have increased, more cases of breast cancer have been found at earlier stages when chances of survival are highest. SCREENING IS THE KEY!!!

Facts about Screening: * The American Cancer Society recommends mammography annually for women over 40, as does The American College of Radiology and American Medical Association. * Also recommended is clinical breast examination (CBE) annually for women over 40; this should be done by a medical professional trained in this technique. * Since 2001, several organizations have changed their recommendations about Breast Self Examination as a routine screening tool. Most medical organizations either recommend against it or that it be optional.

Become "Breast Aware", that is, getting to know your breasts so you quickly notice something out of the ordinary. This message is also for men (although incidence of breast cancer in males in much lower).

Risk factors: The most significant risk factors for getting breast cancer are being female and getting older (not much we can do about that!). There are, though, some risk factors that you may be able to control.

For example, leading a healthy lifestyle may lower your chances of getting breast cancer.

Warning Signs of Breast Cancer: Due to increased use of mammography, most women in developed countries are diagnosed at an early stage of breast cancer, before symptoms appear. However, not all breast cancers are found through mammography, hence the importance of women being breast aware. Warning signs of breast cancer are not the same for all women. The most common symptoms are a change in the look or feel of the breast, a change in the look or feel of the nipple and nipple discharge. For any of these signs see your health care provider. Remember though that most breast lumps are benign.

Are there things we can do to help prevent breast cancer?

Luckily yes! Here are some of them: Limit Alcohol. Don't smoke. Control your weight. Be physically active. Breast feed (the longer you breast feed, the greater the protection). Limit dose and duration of hormone therapy. Avoid exposure to radiation and environmental pollution.

The message for breast cancer awareness month is wear pink, buy pink, talk pink, but above all, if you haven't been screened, or are due, DO IT NOW! And remind the women in your life too. As a 6 year breast cancer survivor I can't stress how important it is!

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Health: Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Resources and Events in Thailand: We expats in Bangkok are very fortunate in having access to the best screening tools, including ultrasound with mammography as the standard screening tool. This is not the case in the developing world or in many parts of Thailand.

The Queen Sirikit Center for Breast Cancer in Bangkok is doing wonderful things in helping poor women have access to breast and cervical screening. If you would like more information about how you can help them or about their programs they are at www.queensirikitcenterforbreastcancer.com/.

The Bangkok Breast Cancer Support Group, (BBC) a non profit organization to support breast cancer patients, both Thai and non Thai. The group is comprised of breast cancer survivors and other volunteers. They are involved in many aspects of breast cancer: supporting newly diagnosed women, outreach programs at banks, factories and companies, fundraising, healthy lifestyle programs, promoting breast cancer awareness.

BBC has monthly meetings. Contact info: bkkbreastcancer@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/ BangkokBreastCancer Pink Ribbon Menu in October, offered by The Blue Elephant Restaurant and Cooking School.

Proceeds to benefit the Queen Sirikit Center for Breast Cancer. It’s a good time to go! www.blueelephant.com/bangkok/ Expat Ladies Workshop; Highlighting Breast Cancer Awareness Month Wednesday October 30th 9am-12.30 Imperial Queen's Park Hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 22. Contact Zoe Popham zoe@elbkk.com to register For more information, www.expatladiesinbangkok.com

New NNR Guide Slated for Fall 2014

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Recipe Corner: Easy Halloween Recipes

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Frankenstein Pudding Cups Prepared vanilla pudding or yogurt Green food coloring 1 – 2 cups crushed Oreos Clear plastic cups Black Sharpie Marker 1. Decorate plastic cups with Frankenstein faces.

2. Add green food coloring to prepared pudding or yogurt.

3. Pour pudding into decorated cups. Add crumbled Oreos on top for “hair.”

Adapted from A Turtle’s Life for Me: http://www.aturtleslifeforme.com/2011/10/halloweenpudding-cups.html

Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Pumpkins Large marshmallows (such as Jet Puft) Melting Chocolate in your desired color (chocolate chips work well too) Lollipop sticks Your decorations of choice (ie. sprinkles, ribbon, etc.)

1. Stick the lollipop sticks into as many of the marshmallows as you are using, and set out on wax paper.

2. Melt your chocolate. You can use a double boiler on the stove, stirring constantly, or do it the easy way and use the microwave. Either way, the key is to stir, and not let it get too hot, as it will get thick and unmanageable. If microwaving, do so in 30 second intervals, stirring every 30 seconds.

3. Dip your marshmallows in the chocolate, coating the marshmallow. Use a spoon to smooth, or run the sides along the side of your bowl to remove any excess.

4. If desired add sprinkles after each dip, because the chocolate hardens fairly quickly (if using chocolate chips, it takes a little longer).

Copyright: A Simply Klassic Home. Full pictures available at: http://adventuresofabettycrockerwannabe.blogspot.com/2010/10/chocolate-covered-marshmallowpumpkins.html

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Fitness

Wealth of Community Sports Resources People in our community are always on the move — walking, jogging, running, racing, biking, dancing and swimming to stay fit. There are classes to fit every interest and budget, from the serenity of yoga to the rigors of boot camp.

Where to start? The Community Bulletin Board on page 20 offers lots of options. Check below, too, for other excellent ways of staying in shape.

Take a lap around Nichada Lake: Bike, walk, jog, or run around it. For parents of babies and toddlers, strap the little ones into a stroller and take them for a spin around the lake. They get a great view and fresh air, and you get aerobic conditioning without having to leave them behind. The lake is also where ISB athletes often train.

One lap around the lake is 2.2 km, said Cross Country Coach Mike Jesse. For a 5km run, he recommends the following route: From ISB campus, run around the lake, past the school’s main gate again, and down to the Raintree housing complex, where you do a u-turn and head back to ISB. Zumba!

Nearly every weekday at 7:30am, Zumba instructor Mary Turner leads friends and neighbors for an hour of aerobic exercise through music and dancing. The classes, held at the Chaengwattana Community Church in Nichada, is timed perfectly for moms after they’ve dropped the kids off at school. Voluntary donations from Zumba participants are given to local charities. Be sure to get on Mary’s email list for occasional changes to the class schedule.

Enjoy ISB’s Sports Facilities: Join a Sports League One of the most valuable resources for our community is access to excellent sports facilities and fields right in our own back yard, on the ISB campus. Not only are the playgrounds open to supervised play for neighborhood children, but the school is also a hub for community athletic leagues. Check the wide range of adult sports offerings at: http://inside.isb.ac.th/cao/adult-activityoptions/ for evening or weekend sports groups such as basketball, volleyball, cycling, masters swimming, netball, Pilates, soccer, softball, and yoga. There are so many opportunities to stay active that there’s no excuse to be a couch potato.

Touch Rugby League Recruiting Players

Ping Pong Players Invited to New Table Tennis Group

The Southerner’s Sports Club of Bangkok has a Touch Rugby section. Mixed games (men and women) are played Saturday mornings at NIST (New International School Thailand; Sukhumvit Road, Soi 15) and Tuesday evenings at Arsenal Soccer School ( Sukhumvit Road Soi 71).

Love a good game of Ping-Pong? Come join the fun at Mansions in the Park and meet others who also enjoy the game. This international sport builds lightening reflexes and improves aerobic conditioning.

More info at the website: http://www.southerners-bangkok.com/touch/ .

We play in an open-air setting with view of a landscaped garden and swimming pool.

Practice is the best way to raise your skills to the next level. Weekly games will be followed by a community tournament in the spring.

Anyone interested in playing touch rugby at ISB on Sundays should email Jim at: hucknruck@gmail.com.

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Restaurants

Where to Dine Out Child-Friendly Attitude at Most Dining Venues Here in the Nichada area, a few neighborhood restaurants have gone out of their way to provide a child-friendly atmosphere. Milano’s on Soi Prasert Issaram regularly offers bouncy castle or other attractions to entertain your youngsters during meal times. Que Pasa provides an outdoor playground, as well as 3D tic-tac-toe and other table top games to keep kids occupied. Chain restaurants such as S&P, MK Suki, Fuji, among others, are all set up to serve affordable family meals quickly and efficiently. Most establishments have high-chairs and children’s menus available.

Even high-end hotel restaurants make a special effort to attract children for Sunday brunch. For example, the President Hotel on Ploenchit Road and the Rembrandt Hotel’s Rang Majal restaurant both hire magicians, clowns and balloon artists to entertain youngsters on Sundays.

One caveat regarding all the child-friendly service at Thai restaurants. As many expat parents may have noticed, Thai servers love to huddle around a farang child and make a fuss, passing a baby or toddler back and forth while the parents thankfully dine in peace. Just be sure they don’t take the baby back to the kitchen to show their friends. Always keep your child within sight.

Partial List of Popular Restaurants Beyond Our Neighborhood 3 Mangoes Café and Restaurant: 25/3 Prachachuen Rd. (Chaengwatthana Rd.) Pakkred, Tel: 02 574 0909 Blue Sky Café: Mooban Sarawan Village, 53/19 Soi 28, Pakkred, Nonthaburi.

Tel: 084 4676665 Boat's Bakery and Restaurant: 14/123 Liangmuang Road, Pakkred, Nonthaburi, Tel. 02-960-5090-2 The Breeze: Chaengwattana Road, Soi 26, Pakkred, Nonthaburi Tel: 02 9627259 Mr Enzo’s: 50/41 Soi D 5, Mueang Thong Thani 3 Building, Chaengwattana Road, Pakkred Tel: 029600412 Il Tartufo: The Avenue, Chaengwattana Branch, 104/42 Room B-202, Chaengwattana Road, Laksi, Tel: 02 574 1774 or 082 477 6555 Paulaner’s Garden: 42/99 Moo 7, Samakkee Road, Bangtalad, Pakkred, Nonthaburi.

Tel: 02 5844831 River Tree House Restaurant: Soi 23 (Wat Khae Nok), Near Ministry of Commerce, Nonthaburi Tel: 02-968-1481, 089-182-7100 Suanthip: Sukhaprachasan 2 Road, Soi Changwattana Pakkred, Nonthaburi.

Tel: +66 (0) 2583-3748 Wine Connection: Tesco Lotus The Oasis Unity, Harmony Road, Pakkred, Nonthaburi.

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Restaurant Review

MR ENZO’S Italian Restauratnt Hidden away on a small sub soi near the Impact Center is a lovely Italian restaurant called Mr. Enzo’s. As you drive down the small street you won’t imagine that behind the wall you’ll have a very nice surprise. The restaurant is medium sized and can accommodate a small or large group in a setting with white tablecloths and a view of the walled garden.

Mr. Enzo’s has a full bar and a selection of wines to start off your experience. As you are making your menu selections they bring you warm pizza bread with a tomato relish, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Their menu is quite extensive beginning with a nice selection of appetizers. We had the asparagus wrapped in parma ham and mozzarella and everyone thought it was very good.

There are quite a few soups to choose from and a nice selection of salads. The salads are very large and can easily be shared . Our group of four shared one Caprese salad and it was enough for us all to enjoy. The tomatoes were fresh and they use a very nice mozzarella cheese.

The menu is extensive and they usually have a few specials. I’ve had the sea bass with white wine sauce and I’d definitely have that again. It was a large portion and very fresh. There is a great selection of homemade pastas including cannelloni and lasagna. I have a friend who always orders the mushroom risotto which is very rich and creamy. There are also other fish dishes and meat entrees but I’ve never tried any of those. There are plenty of choices for vegetarians as well.

If you’re in the mood for a more casual meal, they also have pizzas with a large selection of toppings. We’ve never tried one but they look really tempting. I’m sure they offer dessert but we’ve never tried them because of the generous portions they serve.

If you’re in the mood for a nice, reasonably priced, lunch or dinner but just don’t want to face the Bangkok traffic, why don’t you give Mr. Enzo’s a try. It’s a little hard to find so I recommend you have your driver call for directions.

Address: 50/41 Soi3 D5 Tower Road, Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi, Pakkret. Telephone: 02-960-0412 or 081-819-6002. Hours: Monday, 17:00-22:00, Tuesday-Sunday, 11:00-14:00 and 17:00-22:00.

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Baan Kimchi Korean BBQ/Thai Cuisine 02-952-0031 BBQ Sandwich King

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Bukhara (Afghan/Indian)

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