LIFELONG LEARNING PAYAP

Description: Learning to draw and paint are two powerful ways to enhance your ability to see the world and to express how you see it! Exploring Watercolor is a five week course designed for students of all levels, whether you haven’t picked up a brush since grade school or already have a practice in the […]

Description: Learning to draw and paint are two powerful ways to enhance your ability to see the world and to express how you see it! Exploring Watercolor is a five week course designed for students of all levels, whether you haven’t picked up a brush since grade school or already have a practice in the […]

Description: World War Two had barely ended when a series of violent conflicts erupted in Asia and Southeast Asia, which greatly affected Thailand economically, culturally, and politically. From 1954 on, after the Communist Viet Minh expelled the French from Vietnam, Thailand was faced with new challenges with war all around it and a communist insurgency […]

Description: Look, feel and be your best at any age with Jia Gottlieb, MD Explore the keys to a more active, vibrant and fun life with Jia Gottlieb MD. You will discover: The Six Essentials of optimal wellbeing. How self-talk becomes destiny. Why discipline is a debilitating myth. The power of an adaptogenic lifestyle. Why […]

Description: Learning to draw and paint are two powerful ways to enhance your ability to see the world and to express how you see it! Exploring Watercolor is a five week course designed for students of all levels, whether you haven’t picked up a brush since grade school or already have a practice in the […]

Description: Enjoy a guided exploration of the night sky with astronomy experts at the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand. You will have the opportunity to view the stars through telescopes at Chiang Mai’s “State of the Art” astronomy center.   Download Flyer here:

Description: Join our photography interest group dedicated to bringing together individuals that share a passion for photography. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or a beginner just starting out, our meetings will provide an engaging and supportive environment where you can learn, share tips and tricks, and review each other’s work. The group will explore a […]

Description: The Kawila Memorial and Museum commemorates Chiang Mai's independence from Burma under the leadership of Chao Kawila. He was appointed King of Chiang Mai by HM Rama I in 1802. The memorial was established in 1992/1993 by Major General Pang Malakul, Commander of the 33rd Military Circle. The museum offers an exhibition of historical events and artifacts relating to the life of King Kawila and the period […]

Description: Theravada Buddhism practice in Thailand includes spirits, Hindu gods, Chinese deities, and local legends. To understand this encompassing complex, our presenter will highlight parts of her new book, Living Theravada: Demystifying the People, Places, and Practices of a Buddhist Tradition. Attendees will come away with a wealth of knowledge regarding the contemporary Buddhist tradition in Thailand […]

Description: About our lecturer: Jack Eisner is a retired university lecturer in English, who has lived in Chiang Mai since 1998. He taught at Payap University and Chiang Mai University before retiring from teaching in 2013. Since 2007, as a labor of personal interest, Jack has been doing research, writing and lecturing on the subject […]