Description Venerable Dhammananda defied convention to become the first fully ordained woman in the Theravada Buddhist Tradition in Thailand. As a result, she faced enormous opposition by the media the Thai press, and senior orthodox Thai monks. She is currently abbess of Songdhammakalyani Temple, the first all-female monastery established by and for Buddhist women in […]
Description: Think the Thai alphabet is too complex to learn? The Thai alphabet may look daunting, but once decoded, it opens the door to accurate pronunciation, better listening, and more confident speaking. With a little effort, you won’t need phonetics—you’ll learn the principles for reading Thai. This course will show how you can begin to […]
Dates:Thursdays, June 19, 26 and July 3, 17, 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Cost: 1,800THB plus materials for four sessions Description This watercolor course is appropriate for beginner or intermediate students who have had little experience with watercolor painting. Learn watercolor basics and wet-on-wet technique for soft, natural effects. Attendants will try […]
Description: Drawing on four decades spent combating human trafficking, Lauran Bethell will explain factors and trends that make people vulnerable to exploitation. She will also present cases of successful remedies and preventive measures. At its core, human trafficking is the exploitation of vulnerability. Many factors contribute to making someone or a group of people vulnerable. […]
Dates: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am Cost: 1,300 THB for five sessions Description Yoga can help you learn to move with awareness and find balance physically and mentally. In this introductory course, participants will learn practical yoga movements that can be done on a daily basis […]
What are the different parts of a Thai Buddhist temple--the areas, buildings, objects? How is the ordination hall used? Does every wat have a scripture library? Join Lifelong Learning Payap for a specially-arranged lecture and tour on Thursday, July 3, led by Buddhist monk and teacher the Venerable Phra Kyo Kyo, who teaches Buddhism in […]
Dates:Thursdays, June 19, 26 and July 3, 17, 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Cost: 1,800THB plus materials for four sessions Description This watercolor course is appropriate for beginner or intermediate students who have had little experience with watercolor painting. Learn watercolor basics and wet-on-wet technique for soft, natural effects. Attendants will try […]
Join our photography interest group, dedicated to bringing together individuals who share a passion for photography. Whether you are 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 […]
Dates: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am Cost: 1,300 THB for five sessions Description Yoga can help you learn to move with awareness and find balance physically and mentally. In this introductory course, participants will learn practical yoga movements that can be done on a daily basis […]
Hill Area Communities in Chiang Rai: Past, Present and Future A 4-day, 3-night excursion to Chiang Rai. Organized in partnership with local foundations and community leaders, this trip is designed to give participants insight to the culture, way of life, and aspirations of upland peoples in one of Thailand’s most ethnically diverse and ecologically important […]