FROM THE PRESIDENT'S DESK Hello everyone... It's February, and last weekend was the 4th weekend in a row with a club event. I'm sure we can all use a break. Our club events are behind us for a while, but right around the corner is one of the biggest festivals of the year, especially here in Chiang Mai,
the always spectacular Chinese New Year. Decorations are already popping up all over town, this is definitely one event that's a feast for the eyes. The official day is February 17th, but the festival continues to March 3rd, with no end of things to see and do. It centers around the Worowot Market and the Thapae Gate, starting on the 17th with the big parade from Thapae Gate to the market. If you can only do one thing, viewing this parade should be at the top of
your list. Of course there's also all the daily pageantry, enchanting costumes and ceremonies. and don't forget the delicious street food or pass up the chance to visit the some of the truly beautiful Chinese temples. This is a fun one folks, make your plans now and take in as much of it as you possibly can. Happy Valentine's Day, and please be safe. -Kent
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NEXT EXPAT CONNECTION - MARCH 28 DUANGTAWAN HOTEL - 3RD FLOOR 9:45 - 10:30 - Coffee/Tea/Snacks/Sponsors 10:30 - 12:00 Meeting
The next Expat Connection will be Saturday, March 28, at the Duangtawan Hotel. Peter Bell is putting the final touches on the program, more details will be coming soon. One thing we know for sure is Thomas Carden, who was originally scheduled to speak to us last November but had to postpone, will be one of our featured speakers. Thomas has expertly guided us through the
confusion about the income tax plan the Thai government announced 2 years ago, and his advice has turned out to be right on the money (no pun intended...OK, maybe a little). It's time for an update, don't miss it! Tickets will go on sale the end of February, keep an eye out here.
SATURDAY BREAKFAST AT THE DUKE'S
MARCH 7, 2026 - The Duke's - Ruamchok
The next breakfast is this Saturday! CEC and Insiders 100 baht off at The Duke’s Breakfast Buffet! Reservations will open next week, check back for details. Saturday Morning ~ 7 March 2026 ~ 9:30–11:30
AM ADULTS: 345 bt (normally 445 bt) KIDS: only 195 bt ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ หิวไหม? พบกับ Insiders & CEC ลด 100 บาท ที่บุฟเฟต์อาหารเช้ารวมโชค เดอะ ดุ๊ก! เช้าวันเสาร์ ~ 7 มีนาคม 2569 ~ 9:30–11:30 น. ผู้ใหญ่:
345 บาท (ปกติ 445 บาท) เด็ก: เพียง 195
TASK OF THE WEEK We have need of someone with knowledge of Google Sites to help with the occasional tweak to our website. It probably requires an hour or so weekly, and obviously can be done from home. If this interests you please contact Rick Hahn at this address:
treasurer@chiangmaiexpatsclub.com.
CHECK BACK NEXT WEEK The next Ladies Lunch will be on February 26th. The location has yet to
be determined, more information to follow..
Come Join Us for Tuesday DinnerEvery Tuesday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Currently at the Wine Connection restaurant at Central Festival - they host us for free. They have easy parking, a great selection of food and drinks for members to buy, and a separate area we can use. This is scheduled to be a regular event every Tuesday between 5pm and 8pm. Everyone is welcome, come along, bring your friends and meet new ones! Cheers, Jim Please
plan to join us! No reservations! No fees! Just come and socialize with your fellow expats in a delightful venue.
BRIDGE CLUB OF CHIANG MAIWe are a friendly bridge club with our own club house not far from the city centre. We have both Thai and expat members. Members and guests get together three times a week to play duplicate. We also offer periodic beginner bridge lessons. Please go to our website for further information (search Bridge Club of
Chiang Mai).
CMGeeks (Chiangmai Geeks) is a Special Interest Group (SIG) affiliated with the CM Expats Club in Chiangmai that focuses on information and communication technology. Just a quick reminder that our regular Tuesday lunchtime meeting is happening as usual at the Gymkhana Club. If you’re a regular or thinking of joining, we’d love to see you there! Contact / Information Addresses follow
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What to do this coming week in Chiang Mai
To see more detailed information go to https://tiny.cc/stevesemail We hope to have a list by date for you starting next week (if you think you've seen this before, you're right...it's turning out to be a bit of a challenge but we really do mean it!).
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