Description: Payap Lifelong Learning, in collaboration with Thai Tribal Crafts, presents Meet the Makers, a full day excursion to a Karen village in Mae Tang where you will meet the women weavers who make the beautiful handicrafts sold at the TTC Fair Trade shop. Participants will not only learn about and observe the process of […]
Description: Local author Ron Emmons talks about all things teak – its magical properties, its use in Thai art and architecture, as well as a brief history of the teak boom in the late 19th century and a short reading from his novel Teak Lord. About the Presenter: Ron Emmons, a British writer and photographer, […]
Description: In thinking about how to live healthily and happily, we need to draw on many wisdoms, those of the ancient world, the Indigenous world, the non Western world, and modern science. Unhealthy living contributes to huge societal costs. My focus will be on strategies to realize a “health dividend” for both individuals and societies. […]
Description: Do you love chocolate? Who do you know who loves chocolate? Learn how Chiang Mai based award winning Siamaya Chocolate handcrafts delicious all-natural chocolate bars using Thai cocoa beans and sugars and infuses them with Thai flavors. We’ll begin with a tour to see where it all happens at Siamaya’s beautiful new factory located […]
Description: LLL Tech Support: Mobile Banking App 101 Learn how to use your mobile banking app to: Scan QR code and pay Make payment to Propmtpay or other bank accounts Pay your utilities bill Top up money for other services on your phone ** Participants must have their mobile banking app installed and logged in […]
Description: An overview of Museums in Chiang Mai, their role in the preservation and communication of natural and cultural heritage with Rebecca Weldon, retired advisor to museums in Northern Thailand. Find out about the development of museums in Chiang Mai, and learn about their role in preserving and communicating the natural and cultural heritage of […]
Description: One of the keys to healthy aging is having a healthy diet. But what does that mean, exactly? Our presenter, Montana Pawittranon, better known as Khun Gai, the proprietor of the popular restaurant Bake & Bite, will explain the important role macro nutrients (fats, proteins, and carbohydrates) play in our diet and how and […]
Description: In this course, we will explore the power of drawing as a tool to sharpen our observational skills and foster a deeper appreciation of the natural world. Based on the insights of American naturalist Peter Steinhart, we will develop our awareness and understanding through drawing as both a skill and a form of Zen […]
Description: This four-days, three-nights, excursion will offer participants the opportunity to see and learn from a Lanna scholar and professor, Dr. Ratanaporn Sethakul Ph.D., about the history, culture, architecture, and way of life of the Lanna people in Nan and Phrae over the years. Itinerary Day 1: Friday June 9 (Lunch/Dinner) 8.30 a.m.Our air-conditioned coach […]
Description: In this course, we will explore the power of drawing as a tool to sharpen our observational skills and foster a deeper appreciation of the natural world. Based on the insights of American naturalist Peter Steinhart, we will develop our awareness and understanding through drawing as both a skill and a form of Zen […]