2019 Fall & Winter Activities
CE_Fall_2019.indd 1 2019/7/7 下午8:13 CE_Fall_2019.indd 2 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Welcome To The Center
August 2019 Registration Information
Advance registration is required for all Center activities. Registration may be done by phone, email, online or in person. For online registration please go to the Center’s website: http://www.communitycenter.org.tw Dear Center Friends, Payment is due at least one week prior to the start of any activity. Some activities may require earlier payment. Should an activity become fully Welcome to the Community Services Center and the wide range of activities that we have to subscribed and a wait list created; payment will be due upon request. We offer you this Fall/Winter 2019 semester. cannot guarantee your place until full payment is received.
Cancellations In this catalog you will find tours, workshops and classes to engage, motivate and connect The Center reserves the right to cancel any activity due to insufficient you to the community of people who make up the Center. The Center is a great place to enrollment or other unforeseen events. We make every effort to promptly find information about living in Taiwan; take part in activities and tours conducted in English; notify all registered participants. attend an informative coffee morning; and find support and professional counseling help for you or a family member, should you need it while you are here. Refund and Credit Policy
Activities cancelled by the Center: Most important, through all of our activities, the Center provides a way to help you meet other • Full refund will be issued. Refunds can be collected until the last day of like-minded people and creates within many of us a sense of belonging. And feeling that you the semester. belong is so important not only for newcomers who are still awaiting their family’s shipment • Cancellations due to Taipei city/government closures, i.e. typhoon days, of goods, but also for those who may have spent the better part of the previous spring saying are exempt from this policy. No refunds or make-up classes will be farewell to their best friends. offered. Activities cancelled by the participant: So, go ahead and browse through this catalog and discover the many exciting opportunities • No refund will be issued. Class credit is available on the following that await you at the Center. Then come on down to learn a new hobby, explore a place terms: you’ve never been before, make new friends and reconnect with old ones. o A full credit will be issued as long as the registration is cancelled at least one week prior to the first class meeting or actual date of the We look forward to seeing you here. activity. After that time, we are unable to give credits. o Class credits may be applied to other Center activities within the current term or to the term that immediately follows.
Center office hours are Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm http://www.communitycenter.org.tw Rosemary Susa Grace Ting Programs Manager Office Manager No. 25, Lane 290, Zhongshan N. Rd., Sec. 6, Shilin District, Taipei 11161 Tel. 02-2836-8134 Email: [email protected]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 3 2019/7/13 下午7:55 Fall/Winter Activities at a Glance... Dates Activity Course # $$$ Dates Activity Course # $$$
Sep 09 to Oct 16 Survival Chinese I Session 1 26 $ 5400 Nov 08 Terrific Thai 41 $ 1200 Sep 09 to Oct 16 Survival Chinese II Session 1 27 $ 5400 Nov 11 to Nov 25 Chinese Brush Painting 22 $ 3300 Film Photography: Using an Analog Camera to Capture Scenic Sep 09 to Oct 16 Survival Chinese III/Beginning Conversation Session 28 $ 5400 Nov 12 23 $ 1600 Taipei Sep 09 to Oct 16 Evening Survival Chinese I 29 $ 5400 Nov 13 to Nov 20 Beginning Crochet 24 $ 1400 Beginning Chinese Study Group: Reading and Writing Sep 10 to Dec 13 30 $10400 Characters Nov 14 A Movable Feast 11 $ 1200 Intermediate Chinese Study Group: Reading and Writing Nov 15 Perfect Persian Cuisine 42 $ 1200 Sep 10 to Dec 13 31 $10400 Characters Nov 19 Neigoushan Trail Hike 12 $ 800 Thriving Abroad: How to Make the Most of Your Expatriate Sep 10 to Dec 13 Intermediate Chinese Conversation 32 $10400 Nov 21 18 $ 800 Experience Shi Dong Market Tour or "What is That Vegetable and How Do Sep 12 1 $ 600 I Cook It?" Nov 22 Dumplings and Soup are a Match Made in Heaven! 43 $ 1200 Yingge Pottery Factory, Porcelain Painting and Old Street Sep 17 to Oct 01 Chinese Knotting 19 $ 2300 Nov 27 13 $ 1400 Shopping Extravaganza Sep 18 Hiking the Jinmianshan Trail 2 $ 800 Japanese Furoshiki Workshop: An Elegant and Ecological Way $800 or Dec 02 to Dec 09 25 $ 2200 Sep 19 Kick-Start Your Stay in Taiwan: Newcomer Orientation Workshop 3 to Wrap and Carry Anything Including your Holiday Gifts! $1050 Dec 04 Hike to Mt. Datun 14 $ 800 Sep 20 Mid-Autumn Festival Feast 37 $ 1200 Dec 06 Traditional British Tea Time Treats: Scones and Ginger Cake 44 $ 1200 Sep 25 to Dec 04 Yoga for Wellness 15 $ 4400 Sep 26 The Grand Hotel: History, Rumors and Secret Tunnels 4 $ 1800 Sep 27 Delicious and Healthy: Plant-Based Cooking 38 $ 1200 Oct 01 Shopping in Taipei: Carrefour Tour 5 $ 500 Oct 02 to Oct 16 Make Your Own Chinese Chop 20 $ 3300 From Traditional to Trendy, Taipei's Most Popular Downtown Oct 03 6 $ 700 Food Markets Oct 04 Marvelous Mexican 39 $ 1200 Oct 07 Face Yoga Workshop 16 $ 1000 Oct 08 Sandiaoling Waterfall Hike 7 $ 800 Oct 17 Exploring A Local Tea Farm 8 $ 2100 Saturday Class! American Red Cross "Adult and Pediatric First Oct 26 17 $ 2800 Aid/CPR/AED" Certification Course Oct 28 to Nov 04 Stories of Abroad: Writing Workshop 21 $ 1200 Oct 28 to Dec 11 Survival Chinese I Session 2 33 $ 6300 Oct 28 to Dec 11 Survival Chinese II Session 2 34 $ 6300 Oct 28 to Dec 11 Survival Chinese III/Beginning Conversation Session 2 35 $ 6300 Oct 28 to Dec 11 Evening Survival Chinese II 36 $ 6300 Oct 29 Confucius Temple and Bao An Gong 9 $ 600 Nov 01 Taiwan's Most Famous Soup and Other Tasty Local Treats 40 $ 1200 Nov 06 Yingge Rock Hike 10 $ 800
CE_Fall_2019.indd 4 2019/7/13 下午7:57 Arts, Culture & Tours in Taiwan The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description Arts, Culture and Tours in Taiwan
Bright, colorful and noisy, the Shi Dong Market is the place for all Shi Dong Market your produce needs. Join Ivy and learn some helpful hints and tips Shi Dong Tour or “What is That 9:00am - on what to buy, where to buy it, and how to be sure it's fresh. Ivy will 1 Thu Sep 121 $600 Market Ivy Chen Vegetable and How Do 11:30am also show you how to select fresh sh, seafood and other items of Entrance 2 I Cook It?” interest. Time permitting, this informative tour may include stops at various smaller area markets. Jinmian (Golden Face) Mountain, also known as Jiandao (Scissor) Mountain, is located in Taipei's Neihu District. The peak, resembling a pair of scissors, is meters high and o ers an ama ing degree view of Taipei City below. The trail is not di cult, but includes some stairs and dirt paths. The area is famous for British sandstone, used to build Taipei’s city wall in the late 19th century. In the sun, the Hiking the 9:00am - Xihu MRT stones shine like gold and it is these stones that give the mountain 2 Wed Sep 181 $800 Dory Chung Jinmianshan Trail 1:00pm Sta. Exit 1 its name. The stones were also used to make the stairs of the trail, making the path look like a long dragon. Along the way we will stop at some pavilions to rest and enjoy some lovely views. We will come down the mountain through Bihu Park and end the hike at the Wende RT tation. e recommend a reasonable level of tness for this hike. Wear shoes with a good grip; bring water, snacks and sun/rain protection.
You've found a place to live; work and school have started. What next? Join the Center's Newcomer Orientation Workshop for a fast- paced and fun introduction to living in Taiwan and learn what you Rosey Peng, need to know to help smooth the way as you settle into your new life. Kick-Start Your Stay 8:30am - $800 or Marie Laure This workshop is full of helpful hints, stories and useful information. 3 in Taiwan: Newcomer Thu Sep 191 The Center 1:30pm $1050 Dancer and Topics covered will include: practical daily life tips; typhoon, Orientation Workshop Center ta earthquake and disaster awareness; health and medical information; and, understanding the local culture. For lunch, there are two options: bring your own from home or the Center can provide a simple lunch for an additional NT$250. Please let us know when registering.
Join Jennifer for a fascinating tour of the Grand Hotel and learn about its history, folklore and colorful past. This is also your chance to visit one of its infamous secret passageways, which for many years was The Grand Hotel: 10:30am - Grand Hotel the object of much speculation. Where it leads, no one really knows. 4 History, Rumors and Thu Sep 261 $1800 Jennifer Tong 1:30pm Lobby If they do, they aren't telling!! Included in this tour is lunch at the Secret Tunnels hotel's Golden Dragon Restaurant, famous for its panoramic view of the Keelung River and beautiful downtown Taipei. The restaurant serves Cantonese cuisine and Hong Kong-style Dim Sum.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [v]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 5 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Arts, Culture & Tours in Taiwan The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
If you are new to Taiwan and would like some information about shopping for groceries, or if you have been here awhile and are still struggling to nd the right ingredients for a favorite family meal, Carrefour then this informative tour is for you. The Center has partnered with Tianmu Carrefour to o er you a chance to meet their import team and visit Shopping in Taipei: 9:00am - 5 Tue Oct 011 $500 Store Karine Lima their Tianmu store. Here’s what you will learn: which imported items Carrefour Tour 11:00am Customer are available in Taiwan; what local items can be substituted for Service Area ingredients that are not available; information about organic and free- range products; Taiwan food safety regulations; why the availability of some items can be so unpredictable; and, how you can go about proposing items that the store should stock.
This tour takes place in a downtown traditional market area teeming with sh and seafood vendors, and includes a stop at in iang Market. One of the city's main wholesale fruit and vegetable markets, in iang caters to Taipei s many restaurants and e ecutive chefs, but is also a favorite of foodies and home cooks due to its wide array of From Traditional to reasonably priced fruit, vegetables and specialty items (spices, herbs Xingtian Trendy, Taipei's Most 9:00am - and mushrooms . fter in iang, we will e plore the neighboring 6 Thu Oct 031 $700 Temple Sta. Ivy Chen Popular Downtown 12noon traditional sh mar et area and see what tasty local snac s are on Exit 3 Food Markets o er. oving from the traditional to the modern, our ne t stop is a popular and trendy market, Addiction Aquatic Development (AAD), which features ten distinct areas, including a live seafood section, two restaurants, a prepared food area for a delicious meal to go, and a huge 12-meter, stand-up sushi and sashimi bar. Staying on after the tour for lunch is optional, but highly recommended.
This is a lovely hike through the forest to see three beautiful waterfalls. The trail itself is along dirt paths. There are two rope bridges that we will need to cross, 1-2 people at a time (don’t worry, it’s not high up!!). e will admire the rst waterfall egu aterfall from a distance. The second waterfall (Motian Waterfall) has a viewing platform and Songshan sometimes you will see people swimming in the pool under the falls. Sandiaoling Waterfall 8:00am - 7 Tue Oct 081 $800 MRT Sta. Jennifer Turek The third waterfall (Pipa Cave Waterfall) is where we will stop for a Hike 2:30pm Exit 4 lunch break. For those looking for a bit more adventure, we can climb up (about 5-10 minutes) to the top of the third waterfall for another e cellent view. For those who don t wish to do that nal climb, you can stay back and relax by the waterfall. Wear sturdy shoes with a good grip; bring your Easy Card for the train; and lunch, water (at least 1.5 L) and rain/sun protection as needed.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included everage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [vi]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 6 2019/7/13 下午7:59 Arts, Culture & Tours in Taiwan The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
If you are new to Taiwan and would like some information about Join Yasuko for a lovely day trip out of the city to meet a local tea shopping for groceries, or if you have been here awhile and are still farmer and learn all about the growing, production and roasting of struggling to nd the right ingredients for a favorite family meal, Taiwan tea. From the Xindian MRT Station we will drive through the Carrefour then this informative tour is for you. The Center has partnered with beautiful countryside to reach the farm. Once there, we will have Tianmu Carrefour to o er you a chance to meet their import team and visit Shopping in Taipei: 9:00am - time to explore the farm and hand-pick some tea leaves. We will also 5 Tue Oct 01 1 $500 Store Karine Lima their Tianmu store. Here’s what you will learn: which imported items Exploring A Local Tea 9:15am - Xindian MRT Carrefour Tour 11:00am 8 Thu Oct 17 11 $2100 Yasuko Hondo be introduced to the various methods of processing tea. Of course, Customer are available in Taiwan; what local items can be substituted for Farm 3:00pm Sta. any activity about tea wouldn't be complete without tea brewing and Service Area ingredients that are not available; information about organic and free- tasting. With our appetites whetted from breathing so much fresh range products; Taiwan food safety regulations; why the availability country air we will be ready for a delicious tea-infused feast prepared of some items can be so unpredictable; and, how you can go about especially for us. After lunch we will begin our drive back to the city, proposing items that the store should stock. ending at the Xindian MRT Station.
This tour takes place in a downtown traditional market area teeming with sh and seafood vendors, and includes a stop at in iang Join Jennifer for a tour of the historic Confucius and Bao An Gong Market. One of the city's main wholesale fruit and vegetable markets, Temples, which were both originally built in the 1800's. Bao An Gong Binjiang caters to Taipei's many restaurants and executive chefs, but is a Taoist temple, dedicated to the god of medicine; it is a recipient of a N C sia aci c eritage ward for both its restoration is also a favorite of foodies and home cooks due to its wide array of Yuanshan From Traditional to reasonably priced fruit, vegetables and specialty items (spices, herbs Confucius Temple and 1 9:00am - and its revival of temple rites and festivities. The Confucius Temple, Xingtian 9 Tue Oct 29 1 $600 MRT Sta. Jennifer Tong Trendy, Taipei's Most 9:00am - and mushrooms). After Binjiang, we will explore the neighboring Bao An Gong 11:30am uniquely decorated with southern Fujian-style ceramics, serves as a 6 Thu Oct 03 1 $800 Temple Sta. Ivy Chen Exit 2 Popular Downtown 12noon traditional sh mar et area and see what tasty local snac s are on center for Confucian study. Both beautiful temples are must-sees in Exit 3 Food Markets o er. oving from the traditional to the modern, our ne t stop is a Taipei. Located just across the street from each other, these temples popular and trendy market, Addiction Aquatic Development (AAD), make for an interesting study with their contrasting forms and which features ten distinct areas, including a live seafood section, functions. two restaurants, a prepared food area for a delicious meal to go, and a huge 12-meter, stand-up sushi and sashimi bar. Staying on after the From Banqiao we will take the train out to Yingge Station and tour for lunch is optional, but highly recommended. begin our hike up to Yingge Rock and Wanghushan. According to legend, the rock formation, formerly known as Parrot Rock, Eagle Brother Stone and Warbler Brother Stone, produced a miasma that This is a lovely hike through the forest to see three beautiful waterfalls. disoriented, sickened, and sometimes killed passers-by. One day, The trail itself is along dirt paths. There are two rope bridges that we Banqiao General Koxinga led his army past the rock. Caught in the miasma, will need to cross, 1-2 people at a time (don’t worry, it’s not high up!!). MRT Sta. he ordered his cannon to re against the roc , brea ing the nec e will admire the rst waterfall egu aterfall from a distance. 8:30am - Exit 3A (at of the stone eagle. The miasma lifted and the troops continued on 10 Yingge Rock Hike Wed Nov 06 11 $800 Dory Chung The second waterfall (Motian Waterfall) has a viewing platform and 2:00pm the gate their march. Thanks to Koxinga, we will not encounter this legendary Songshan sometimes you will see people swimming in the pool under the falls. Sandiaoling Waterfall 8:00am - under- miasma--we will enjoy some beautiful views during this moderate 7 Tue Oct 08 1 $800 MRT Sta. Jennifer Turek The third waterfall (Pipa Cave Waterfall) is where we will stop for a Hike 2:30pm ground) hike that includes some stairs and dirt trails. Along the way we will Exit 4 lunch break. For those looking for a bit more adventure, we can climb see an ancient Banyan Tree with many branches and lush leaves. For up (about 5-10 minutes) to the top of the third waterfall for another our return, we will make our way down to Shanjia Station for the train e cellent view. For those who don t wish to do that nal climb, you back to Banqiao. Wear proper hiking shoes and clothing. Bring your can stay back and relax by the waterfall. Wear sturdy shoes with a Easy Card for the train, plus water, lunch and rain/sun protection as good grip; bring your Easy Card for the train; and lunch, water (at needed. least 1.5 L) and rain/sun protection as needed.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [vii]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 7 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Arts, Culture & Tours in Taiwan The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Join Ivy for this fun neighborhood and foodie experience to learn about local Taiwanese culture, history and food. We will begin this tour at a local market, then visit some famous old streets and explore some interesting shops. Along the way we will have the A Movable Feast: A Shuanglian 9:30am - chance to taste a selection of tasty treats. ur nal destination is a 11 Cultural Foodie Tour Thu Nov 14 1 $1200 MRT Sta. Ivy Chen 12:30pm neighborhood temple where there are many small eateries that come Through Dadaocheng Exit 2 to life during the lunch hour. What begins each day as a quiet and contemplative space in front of the temple transforms into a festive street café. Here’s a chance to join the party and enjoy your lunch with the locals. Lunch and tastings included.
This hike begins with a walk around one side of Jinlong Lake. Wandering along a quiet road we will see many small farms until we reach the start of the trail. We will stop for a quick visit at Cui la e then ma e our way up the mountain. This hi e o ers moderate inclines and declines with ropes for assistance. There are some wonderful viewpoints of the Xizhi Mountains and Taipei City as we Taipei loop around the trails. The trails are usually full of life and it’s not Nangang 9:00am - uncommon to spot magpies, eagles, barbets, spiders, snakes, lizards, 12 Neigoushan Trail Hike Tue Nov 19 1 $800 Exhibition Jennifer Turek 2:00pm etc. The trails are mostly along well-used dirt paths or wooden steps. Center MRT There are several ways down the mountain and we will choose a trail Sta., Exit 6 on the day of our hike depending upon the speed of the group. Once out of the mountains, we will go back along the small farm road and loop around the opposite side of Jinlong lake before catching taxis back to the Donghu MRT. Wear sturdy shoes with good grip; bring change for shared taxis, lunch, water (at least 1.5 L) and rain/sun protection as needed.
Join Jennifer for a fun and interesting visit to one of Yingge’s oldest pottery makers. You will have a chance to tour the factory and see how they design, make and paint their pottery; shop for possible souvenirs and gifts; and, try your hand at porcelain painting. After our Banqiao class we will head over to the Yingge Old Street where you will have Yingge Pottery Factory, MRT Sta. time to browse the many shops and eat lunch. Included in the cost Porcelain Painting and 9:00am - Exit 3; 13 Wed Nov 27 1 $1400 Jennifer Tong of this tour is a one hour porcelain painting session, the ring of your Old Street Shopping 3:00pm Near the painted piece, and the delivery of your nished piece for pic up Extravaganza Information at the Center). Taxi fares to and from the old street and train station Kiosk are also included. Lunch can be your own that you bring from home, snacks at the old street, or a sit down meal of your choosing. It all depends on how much time you want to spend browsing. Bring your Easy Card for the train ride to and from Yingge.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [viii]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 8 2019/7/13 下午8:00 Arts, Culture & Tours in Taiwan/ The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] Family, Fitness & Health # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Join Ivy for this fun neighborhood and foodie experience to learn ount atun, the third highest pea in angmingshan, o ers one about local Taiwanese culture, history and food. We will begin of the nest views in the National ar but is far less popular than this tour at a local market, then visit some famous old streets and nearby Seven Star Mountain (Mt. Qixing). Weather permitting, it can explore some interesting shops. Along the way we will have the be an especially beautiful place in late November/early December A Movable Feast: A Shuanglian 9:30am - chance to taste a selection of tasty treats. ur nal destination is a during the silver grass season when the entire area appears to 11 Cultural Foodie Tour Thu Nov 14 1 $1200 MRT Sta. Ivy Chen 12:30pm neighborhood temple where there are many small eateries that come shimmer in the sunlight. This hike climbs the mountain from the Through Dadaocheng Exit 2 north, descends to the grassy plains of r iping, and then continues to life during the lunch hour. What begins each day as a quiet and 9:00am - Jiantan MRT 14 Hike to Mt. Datun Wed Dec 04 1 $800 Dory Chung southwards towards Beitou. If there's time we'll detour to Miantian Mt. contemplative space in front of the temple transforms into a festive 2:00pm Sta. Exit 1 street café. Here’s a chance to join the party and enjoy your lunch and the small but well-preserved volcanic crater at Towards Heaven with the locals. Lunch and tastings included. Pond. Our alternate route will be to go directly to Qingtiangong and take the bus back from there. The hike, completely on surfaced paths, has many steps, some steep, but is suitable for hikers who are This hike begins with a walk around one side of Jinlong Lake. comfortable climbing the Tianmu steps. Sturdy walking/hiking shoes Wandering along a quiet road we will see many small farms until are a must. Bring at least 1.5 L of water, a packed lunch and rain/sun we reach the start of the trail. We will stop for a quick visit at Cui protection as needed. This hike ends at the Beitou MRT Station. la e then ma e our way up the mountain. This hi e o ers moderate inclines and declines with ropes for assistance. There are some wonderful viewpoints of the i hi ountains and Taipei City as we Taipei Family, Fitness & Health loop around the trails. The trails are usually full of life and it’s not Nangang 9:00am - uncommon to spot magpies, eagles, barbets, spiders, sna es, li ards, 12 Neigoushan Trail Hike Tue Nov 19 1 $800 Exhibition Jennifer Turek n Chinese mythology, the dragon symboli es protection, goodness, 2:00pm etc. The trails are mostly along well-used dirt paths or wooden steps. Center MRT valiancy, nobility, boldness, perseverance, energy and divinity. In There are several ways down the mountain and we will choose a trail Sta., Exit 6 this playful yin and yang yoga course, we will explore our dragon on the day of our hike depending upon the speed of the group. Once qualities and virtues through pranayama (breath work), guided out of the mountains, we will go back along the small farm road and meditation and asana (posture) practice with a focus on hips and loop around the opposite side of Jinlong lake before catching taxis legs. ang yoga focuses on active vinyasa ow and strength building Farès back to the Donghu MRT. Wear sturdy shoes with good grip; bring Sep 25 to 9:30am - asanas. Yin yoga focuses on passive and longer-held restorative 15 Yoga for Wellness Wed 8 $4400 Academy Malabika Das change for shared taxis, lunch, water (at least 1.5 L) and rain/sun Dec 04 11:00am and fascia focused asanas. The class will emphasi e safety, proper Dojo protection as needed. alignment, connection of breath to movement, and stress reduction. By embodying dragon qualities, participants can cultivate self- Join Jennifer for a fun and interesting visit to one of Yingge’s oldest empowerment, self-care techniques, and a deeper body-mind-spirit pottery makers. You will have a chance to tour the factory and see connection. Bring your yoga mat, a large and small towel, two foam how they design, make and paint their pottery; shop for possible blocks, yoga strap, and a curious heart. Please contact instructor in souvenirs and gifts; and, try your hand at porcelain painting. After our case of any health imbalance to assess suitability. All levels welcome. Banqiao class we will head over to the Yingge Old Street where you will have Yingge Pottery Factory, MRT Sta. time to browse the many shops and eat lunch. Included in the cost Porcelain Painting and 9:00am - Exit 3; 13 Wed Nov 27 1 $1400 Jennifer Tong of this tour is a one hour porcelain painting session, the ring of your Old Street Shopping 3:00pm Near the painted piece, and the delivery of your nished piece for pic up travagan a Information at the Center). Taxi fares to and from the old street and train station Kiosk Don't Miss Out on the FUN! are also included. Lunch can be your own that you bring from home, snacks at the old street, or a sit down meal of your choosing. It all depends on how much time you want to spend browsing. Bring your Easy Card for the train ride to and from Yingge. Register Early to Save Your Place
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [ix]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 9 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Hobbies & Skills Family, Fitness & Health The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Do you know that we have 57 face muscles that we can exercise and tone, just like body muscles? Welcome to Face Yoga! Face oga strategically e ercises speci c face muscles, ma ing them stronger and more resilient to gravity.The improved oxygen and blood circulation brighten the face, relaxes our face and mind, and even our outlook. We all tend to hold our stress on our faces, 9:30am - without even knowing it (frowning, furrowing, gritting). When we let 16 Face Yoga Workshop Mon Oct 07 1 $1000 The Center Sarika Hussey 1 12:30pm go of this facial tension, it is easier to let go of the tension in our minds. By breaking bad facial habits, Face Yoga can enhance facial expressions, a vital component of non-verbal communications. This interactive three hour wor shop will cover face chec /visuali ation (past, present, future); face muscles overview and facial expressions from an anthropological perspective; and, introduce several quick and e ective Face oga poses you can use for life.
In this course, you will receive direct-link access to the American Red Cross online learning classroom and must complete each interactive module before attending the in-person skills session Saturday Class! on Saturday, October 26th. The modules take a couple hours to American Red Cross Taipei complete and can be done at your own pace with the ability to start, 8:00am - 17 "Adult and Pediatric Sat Oct 26 11 $2800 American Stephen Kuhlke save, and return to your work. Proof of completion must be emailed 10:00am First Aid/CPR/AED" School to the instructor before the skills session or shown on the day. After Certi cation Course completing the modules and successfully demonstrating competency of s ills, you will earn Red Cross certi cation valid for two years. The downloadable First Aid/CPR/AED participant manual is included and light refreshments will be o ered at the s ills practice session.
Expatriation is an adventure. Once the family is settled, you may have plenty of time on your hands and sometimes it might be challenging to make this time meaningful and valuable. By taking a step back, Thriving Abroad: How assessing the main aspects of this major life change, working on crucial to Make the Most 9:30am - Marie Laure 18 Thu Nov 21 1 $800 The Center skills, and developing the right mindset you can make the most of your of Your Expatriate 12:30pm Dancer time abroad. Led by Marie, a coach and expat herself for nine years, Experience this interactive workshop provides a space for sharing experiences and exploring new paths to help make your stay in Taiwan an enriching experience.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [x]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 10 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Hobbies & Skills The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Do you know that we have 57 face muscles that we can exercise Hobbies & Skills and tone, just like body muscles? Welcome to Face Yoga! Face oga strategically e ercises speci c face muscles, ma ing them The art of Chinese knotting is thousands of years old and was stronger and more resilient to gravity.The improved oxygen and passed down from generation to generation of Chinese women. It blood circulation brighten the face, relaxes our face and mind, is highly decorative and used to adorn the clothes, jewelry, furniture and even our outlook. We all tend to hold our stress on our faces, and musical instruments of all classes of people from rich to poor. 9:30am - without even knowing it (frowning, furrowing, gritting). When we let 16 Face Yoga Workshop Mon Oct 07 1 $1000 The Center Sarika Hussey Beautiful knot work could be seen everywhere, especially at festivals 12:30pm go of this facial tension, it is easier to let go of the tension in our and weddings. The designs of the knots were fashioned after symbols Sep 17 to 12noon - minds. By breaking bad facial habits, Face Yoga can enhance facial 19 Chinese Knotting Tue 3 $2300 The Center Nancy Liu of happiness, longevity, prosperity and Buddhist treasures to name Oct 01 2:00pm expressions, a vital component of non-verbal communications. This just a few. The knots, when combined with beautiful beads, create interactive three hour wor shop will cover face chec /visuali ation jewelry and home decorations that are surprisingly up-to-date for (past, present, future); face muscles overview and facial expressions such an ancient craft. Join Nancy in this three-session class to learn from an anthropological perspective; and, introduce several quick three di erent types of nots and ma e your own beautiful pieces of and e ective Face oga poses you can use for life. jewelry, plus one wall hanging: double coin, double connection, and good luck knot. All materials included.
In this course, you will receive direct-link access to the American The Chinese Chop (Seal) has been used for hundreds of years as the Red Cross online learning classroom and must complete each o cial means of adding one s signature to important documents. interactive module before attending the in-person skills session Not only does it serve a legal purpose but it is a beautiful art object Saturday Class! on Saturday, October 26th. The modules take a couple hours to as well. In Taiwan today, legal documents are still signed using a American Red Cross Taipei complete and can be done at your own pace with the ability to start, Make Your Own Oct 02 to 12noon - person’s personal seal or chop. Historically, Chinese emperors, as 8:00am - 20 Wed 3 $3300 The Center Jennifer Tong 17 "Adult and Pediatric Sat Oct 26 1 $2800 American Stephen Kuhlke save, and return to your work. Proof of completion must be emailed Chinese Chop Oct 16 3 2:00pm well as art collectors, have used their seal to show their appreciation 10:00am First Aid/CPR/AED" School to the instructor before the skills session or shown on the day. After of a painting or calligraphy piece. In this class Jennifer will share with Certi cation Course completing the modules and successfully demonstrating competency you some of the history behind the use of chops and then expertly of s ills, you will earn Red Cross certi cation valid for two years. The guide you in making a simple chop of your own. Materials to produce downloadable First Aid/CPR/AED participant manual is included and two chops included. light refreshments will be o ered at the s ills practice session.
n this creative non ction wor shop we will be e ploring the idea of transplantation how one grows in a di erent soil. tudents will Expatriation is an adventure. Once the family is settled, you may have be encouraged to explore how identity is related to environment plenty of time on your hands and sometimes it might be challenging and share their stories of culture disparity or shock. Our goal will be to make this time meaningful and valuable. By taking a step back, Thriving Abroad: How to better understand our place in the world through the storytelling assessing the main aspects of this major life change, working on crucial Stories of Abroad: Oct 28 to 12noon - to Make the Most 9:30am - Marie Laure 21 Mon 22 $1200 The Center Connie Kuo process and to share our uni ue perspectives on a di erent culture. 18 Thu Nov 21 1 $800 The Center skills, and developing the right mindset you can make the most of your Writing Workshop Nov 04 2:00pm of Your Expatriate 12:30pm Dancer Narrative essay, short story, and poetry are all welcome, though we time abroad. Led by Marie, a coach and expat herself for nine years, Experience recommend that students focus on one piece throughout this three- this interactive workshop provides a space for sharing experiences wee wor shop. ub ect matter is also e ible. erhaps the real story and exploring new paths to help make your stay in Taiwan an enriching will take you by surprise – it's exciting when the writing hand has experience. uncovered something from the subconscious.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [xi]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 11 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Hobbies & Skills The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Bring out your creative talents in this beginning brush painting class where the emphasis will be on holding the brush correctly, producing proper brush strokes, and applying the proper amount of ink to the Nov 11 to 12noon - 22 Chinese Brush Painting Mon 3 $3300 The Center Jennifer Tong paper. Even if you are not artistic, you will be surprised at the end Nov 25 2:00pm results. By the end of this class you will have produced two beautifully painted pieces: a decorative panel to display and a paper fan. Cost of all materials brushes, ink, paper, fan and panel included.
Taking pictures with a smart phone has become a daily activity for many of us. It is so easy to snap, edit and delete without thinking. hen as the ast ti e ou used ca era and fi a e ou e er This uni ue hoto ra h c ass a o s ou to earn a out ana o fi cameras while being guided through one of Taipei s fascinating old districts and one of its most stunning parks. We begin in a hidden Film Photography: Longshan caf in the infu Market where Naomi and Min will introduce you to Using an Analog 10:00am - Naomi Goddard 23 Tue Nov 12 11 $1600 Temple Sta. the cameras and show you how to operate them. Each student will Camera to Capture 1:00pm and Minsik Jung Exit 1 e ro ided ith a ca era and one ro o fi to shoot As e Scenic Taipei walk around city, you will then have time to appreciate the slow photo process as we visit interesting locations where you will have time to ta e hoto ra hs on fi A ter the c ass our instructors i develop and email the images to you negatives will be delivered to the Center for your collection. You may choose to order prints for a small additonal fee. Coffee or tea at the caf is included.
Have you ever wanted to learn how to crochet? Well, then join Maria for this introductory class where she will teach you the basics of crocheting. You will learn how to make "granny squares," which Nov 13 to 12noon - 24 Beginning Crochet Wed 22 $1400 The Center Maria Correia can be stitched together to create any number of items from simple Nov 20 2:00pm scarves to small blankets and afghans. Take this class and you will be on your way to creating a lovely item made by your own hands. Cost of materials to make approximately six granny squares included.
Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth originally used in ancient times. By employing techniques similar to origami, the art of furoshiki is an elegant and eco-friendly way to wrap gifts, carry Japanese Furoshiki groceries or almost anything—from books and boxes to bottles Workshop: An Elegant and plants. In this two-session class, Miyuki will teach you how to and Ecological Way Dec 02 to 12noon - 25 Mon 2 $2200 The Center Miyuki Boice determine the correct fabric si e for an item you wish to wrap proper to Wrap and Carry Dec 09 2:00pm folding and knot tying techniques; what types of items work well with Anything Including furoshiki; how to make a simple furoshiki carry bag; and how you your Holiday Gifts! can use furoshiki for traveling. on t your holiday gifts loo ama ing after taking this class? A short list of items to bring from home will be provided. Cost of fabric and a genuine Japanese furoshiki included.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [xii]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 12 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Learn Chinese The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Bring out your creative talents in this beginning brush painting class where the emphasis will be on holding the brush correctly, producing Learn Chinese With Gloria Gwo proper brush strokes, and applying the proper amount of ink to the Nov 11 to 12noon - Would you like to be able to communicate with shopkeepers, taxi 22 Chinese Brush Painting Mon 3 $3300 The Center Jennifer Tong paper. Even if you are not artistic, you will be surprised at the end drivers and co-workers? Whether you've just arrived in Taiwan or have Nov 25 2:00pm Survival Chinese I Mon & Sep 09 to 9:10am - results. By the end of this class you will have produced two beautifully 26 1212 $5400 The Center Gloria Gwo been here awhile, this is the class for you. Learn spoken Mandarin in Session 1 Wed Oct 16 10:30am painted pieces: a decorative panel to display and a paper fan. Cost of a relaxed and informal environment right here at The Center. Course all materials brushes, ink, paper, fan and panel included. materials included.
Taking pictures with a smart phone has become a daily activity for This course builds upon the skills learned in Survival Chinese I and many of us. It is so easy to snap, edit and delete without thinking. o ers appro imately hours of language instruction for people who hen as the ast ti e ou used ca era and fi a e ou e er Survival Chinese II Mon & Sep 09 to 10:40am - would like to upgrade their basic skills and go one step further with 27 1212 $5400 The Center Gloria Gwo This uni ue hoto ra h c ass a o s ou to earn a out ana o fi Session 1 Wed Oct 16 12noon Mandarin. This class is also suitable for anyone who has taken some cameras while being guided through one of Taipei s fascinating old basic Chinese lessons and would like to continue with his or her districts and one of its most stunning parks. We begin in a hidden studies. Course materials included. Film Photography: Longshan caf in the infu Market where Naomi and Min will introduce you to Using an Analog 10:00am - Naomi Goddard This course completes our Survival Chinese series and covers 23 Tue Nov 12 1 $1600 Temple Sta. the cameras and show you how to operate them. Each student will Survival Chinese Camera to Capture 1:00pm and Minsik Jung Mon & Sep 09 to 12:10pm - advanced vocabulary and sentence patterns as well as conversational Exit 1 e ro ided ith a ca era and one ro o fi to shoot As e 28 III/Beginning 1212 $5400 The Center Gloria Gwo Scenic Taipei Wed Oct 16 1:30pm practice. Prerequisites: Survival Chinese I and II or completed walk around city, you will then have time to appreciate the slow photo Conversation Session process as we visit interesting locations where you will have time to approximately 40 hours of language instruction. ta e hoto ra hs on fi A ter the c ass our instructors i Evening Survival Mon & Sep 09 to 6:30pm - develop and email the images to you negatives will be delivered to 29 1212 $5400 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #26 for course description. the Center for your collection. You may choose to order prints for a Chinese I Wed Oct 16 7:50pm small additonal fee. Coffee or tea at the caf is included. Most people think that learning to read and write Chinese is either not Have you ever wanted to learn how to crochet? Well, then join Maria necessary for their short time in Taiwan or ust too di cult to attempt. for this introductory class where she will teach you the basics of However, in this course, Gloria proves both of these misconceptions crocheting. You will learn how to make "granny squares," which Beginning Chinese wrong. By teaching you about the root of each character and how Nov 13 to 12noon - 24 Beginning Crochet Wed 2 $1400 The Center Maria Correia can be stitched together to create any number of items from simple Study Group: Tue & Sep 10 to 9:10am - the characters are built, you will discover that learning Chinese Nov 20 2:00pm 30 2323 $10400 The Center Gloria Gwo scarves to small blankets and afghans. Take this class and you will be Reading and Writing Fri Dec 13 10:30am characters actually helps you to improve your understanding of on your way to creating a lovely item made by your own hands. Cost Characters the spoken language. So, don’t be afraid, sign up for this full- of materials to make approximately six granny squares included. semester reading and writing class. Prerequisites: completion of our Survival Chinese series or at least 40-60 hours of Chinese language Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth originally used in instruction. Course books to be purchased at an additional cost. ancient times. By employing techniques similar to origami, the art Intermediate Chinese This is an intermediate Chinese language course for students who of furoshiki is an elegant and eco-friendly way to wrap gifts, carry Japanese Furoshiki Study Group: Tue & Sep 10 to 10:40am - have completed two semesters of our Beginner Study Group Course groceries or almost anything—from books and boxes to bottles 31 2323 $10400 The Center Gloria Gwo Workshop: An Elegant Reading and Writing Fri Dec 13 12noon or already have a foundation in writing and reading characters and and plants. In this two-session class, Miyuki will teach you how to and Ecological Way Dec 02 to 12noon - Characters wish to continue their studies. Books not included in course fee. 25 Mon 2 $2200 The Center Miyuki Boice determine the correct fabric si e for an item you wish to wrap proper to Wrap and Carry Dec 09 2:00pm folding and knot tying techniques; what types of items work well with This full semester class is for those students who wish to continue Anything Including furoshiki; how to make a simple furoshiki carry bag; and how you building upon their Chinese conversation skills and learn new your Holiday Gifts! Intermediate Chinese Tue & Sep 10 to 12:10pm - can use furoshiki for traveling. on t your holiday gifts loo ama ing 32 2323 $10400 The Center Gloria Gwo vocabulary to enhance their ability to communicate. Like the beginner Conversation Fri Dec 13 1:30pm after taking this class? A short list of items to bring from home will be class, this class will use recorded materials and focus on a variety of provided. Cost of fabric and a genuine Japanese furoshiki included. topics and social situations. Course materials included.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [xiii]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 13 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Learn Chinese/What's Cooking The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Survival Chinese I Mon & Oct 28 to 9:10am - 33 14 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #26 for course description. Session 2 Wed Dec 11 14 10:30am
Survival Chinese II Mon & Oct 28 to 10:40am - 34 1414 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #27 for course description. Session 2 Wed Dec 11 12noon
Survival Chinese III/ Mon & Oct 28 to 12:10pm - 35 Beginning Conversation 1414 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #28 for course description. Wed Dec 11 1:30pm Session 2
Evening Survival Mon & Oct 28 to 6:30pm - 36 1414 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #27 for course description. Chinese II Wed Dec 11 7:50pm What's Cooking
Mid-Autumn Festival, commonly known as Moon Festival, is an annual harvest celebration that falls at the time of the full moon. Moon ga ing, having s, and eating moonca es shaped li e the moon Mid-Autumn Festival 10:00am - are some of the ways that people in Taiwan celebrate this holiday. 37 Fri Sep 201 $1200 The Center Ivy Chen Feast 12noon To mark this special occasion, Ivy will prepare a special menu of mid-autumn fare: Pomelo and Shrimp salad; Taro and Seafood Rice Noodle soup; Baked Chestnut Pastry (Taiwan-style moon cakes); and, a tasty seasonal vegetable.
Eating less meat and more vegetables, fruit and grains has been proven to be a way to improve health and well-being. However, nding the right recipes to create appeti ing meals for our families Delicious and Healthy: 10:00am - 38 Fri Sep 271 $1200 The Center Ashley Madden can sometimes be a challenge. Join Ashley for this fabulous plant- Plant-Based Cooking 12noon based, vegan meal to serve your family: Lemony Green Pea Soup, Spicy Falafel with Tahini Dill Sauce in Lettuce Cups, and Tahini Oatmeal Raisin Cookies for dessert.
It has been a long time since we have had Mexican food at the Center, so we are pleased to welcome Bonnie, a trained chef, who 10:00am - will demonstrate two delicious soups for your enjoyment: Green Chile 39 Marvelous Mexican Fri Oct 041 $1200 The Center Bonnie Haluska 12noon Pork Soup and Albondigas Soup (Mexican meatball soup). She will also prepare two sauces to accompany them: Mexican Hot Sauce and Cilantro Green Sauce. Olé!
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [xiv]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 14 2019/7/7 下午8:13 What's Cooking The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description
Survival Chinese I Mon & Oct 28 to 9:10am - Taiwan is famous for its beef noodle soup and both locals and tourists 33 14 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #26 for course description. Session 2 Wed Dec 11 10:30am ali e oc to some of the well nown eateries that speciali e in this Taiwan's Most Famous dish. Using Ivy's homemade recipe, here's your chance to learn how 10:00am - 40 Soup and Other Tasty Fri Nov 01 11 $1200 The Center Ivy Chen to make your own tasty Braised Beef Noodle Soup. Accompanying 12noon Local Treats our delicious soup will be two other Taiwanese favorites: Spring Survival Chinese II Mon & Oct 28 to 10:40am - 34 14 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #27 for course description. Onion Pancakes (Cōng yóubǐng) and Beef Pancake Rolls (Niúròu juǎn Session 2 Wed Dec 11 12noon bǐng).
Survival Chinese III/ Mon & Oct 28 to 12:10pm - 35 Beginning Conversation 14 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #28 for course description. Thai cooking is a Center favorite. In this tasty cooking class join Wed Dec 11 1:30pm Tanya to learn how to prepare three ama ing Thai dishes Fried Fish Session 2 10:00am - 41 Terri c Thai Fri Nov 08 1 $1200 The Center Tanya Lockhart with Sweet Chili Sauce; Green Curry Chicken; and Mixed Seasonal 1 12noon Vegetables with Garlic and Oyster Sauce. Isn’t your mouth watering Evening Survival Mon & Oct 28 to 6:30pm - 36 14 $6300 The Center Gloria Gwo Please refer to Activity #27 for course description. just reading this course description? Chinese II Wed Dec 11 7:50pm
Join Mona for two traditional Persian-style main courses that are delicious and easy to ma e. The rst is Tahchin, a lovely dish of layered sa ron rice and coo ed chic en blended and held together 10:00am - Mona Kaveh 42 Perfect Persian Cuisine Fri Nov 15 11 $1200 The Center with yoghurt and eggs. The bottom portion of the rice is “roasted” in 12noon Ahangari the pan as it cooks, creating a golden brown layer, which becomes Mid-Autumn Festival, commonly known as Moon Festival, is an the top of the dish as it is plated upside down. The second dish is a annual harvest celebration that falls at the time of the full moon. Moon avorful Carrot and Chic en tew served with rice. ga ing, having s, and eating moonca es shaped li e the moon Mid-Autumn Festival 10:00am - are some of the ways that people in Taiwan celebrate this holiday. 37 Fri Sep 20 1 $1200 The Center Ivy Chen Feast 12noon To mark this special occasion, Ivy will prepare a special menu of According to the Center's resident chef, Ivy Chen, Dumplings and mid-autumn fare: Pomelo and Shrimp salad; Taro and Seafood Rice Hot & Sour Soup are soul mates. Served together they make for a Noodle soup; Baked Chestnut Pastry (Taiwan-style moon cakes); and, delicious winter meal. Join Ivy for this hands-on class to learn how to Dumplings and Soup a tasty seasonal vegetable. 10:00am - prepare her famous homemade Hot and Sour Soup; delicious Boiled 43 are a Match Made in Fri Nov 22 11 $1200 The Center Ivy Chen 12noon Chicken and Sweet Corn Shuǐjiǎo (dumplings); and, Jiǔcài Hézi (half- Heaven! Eating less meat and more vegetables, fruit and grains has been moon shaped, pan-fried Chinese Chive "boxes" or pockets). This proven to be a way to improve health and well-being. However, avor lled menu will impress your family and have them begging you nding the right recipes to create appeti ing meals for our families to take more Center cooking classes! Delicious and Healthy: 10:00am - 38 Fri Sep 27 1 $1200 The Center Ashley Madden can sometimes be a challenge. Join Ashley for this fabulous plant- Plant-Based Cooking 12noon based, vegan meal to serve your family: Lemony Green Pea Soup, Spicy Falafel with Tahini Dill Sauce in Lettuce Cups, and Tahini The weather is nally cooler in Taiwan and it is time to turn on your Oatmeal Raisin Cookies for dessert. oven (or toaster oven) and whip up some delicious baked treats for your family and friends. n this class, Tabby will rst demonstrate Traditional British Tea how to make a delicious Ginger Cake with her Grandmother's recipe It has been a long time since we have had Mexican food at the 10:00am - 44 Time Treats: Scones Fri Dec 06 11 $1200 The Center Tabitha Michelin (perfect for the holidays). And then, in the hands-on portion of the Center, so we are pleased to welcome Bonnie, a trained chef, who 12noon 10:00am - will demonstrate two delicious soups for your enjoyment: Green Chile and Ginger Cake class, she will guide you to make your own delicious scones using 39 Marvelous Mexican Fri Oct 04 1 $1200 The Center Bonnie Haluska 12noon Pork Soup and Albondigas Soup (Mexican meatball soup). She will one basic recipe that you can use to produce fruit, cheese and also prepare two sauces to accompany them: Mexican Hot Sauce traditional English ‘jam and whipped cream' scones. We will enjoy our and Cilantro Green Sauce. Olé! delicious treats with a pot of tea.
Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Beverage included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates. 2019 Fall & Winter Activities [xv]
CE_Fall_2019.indd 15 2019/7/7 下午8:13 Arts, Culture & Tours in Taiwan The Community Services Center | Tel: 02-2836-8134, e-mail: [email protected] # Activity Day(s) Dates # of Sessions Time $$$ Meet@ Instructor Description Arts, Culture and Tours in Taiwan
uandu is Taiwan s oldest temple and is dedicated to a u, oddess of the Sea. It is one of the Taipei areas' most interesting to visit as it is Guandu Temple: built against a cli and features two caves, one of which e tends uite Guandu Seeking Wealth and 9:30am- far into the hillside and houses many deities representing the God of 1 Tue Jan 17 1 $ 500 Temple MRT Jennifer Tong Fortune in the Year of 12noon Wealth. Join Jennifer to learn about this fascinating temple, explore Sta., Exit 2 the Rooster the caves, enjoy a beautiful view of the Tamsui River, and be one among the many seeking their fortune for the upcoming Year of the Rooster.
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— A-Rod, NY Yankees Transportation included Snacks, lunch or meal included Please check www.communitycenter.org.tw for the most recent updates.
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