_89K
The 12th-year anniversary celebration continues until 12/29; buy beer and liquor at special prices, spend NT$1,000 or more to receive a raffle ticket, to win a U.K brand bicycle with 21 gears, sponsored by Heineken Beer.

_Le Bar
Located on the second floor of Tempus Hotel Taichung, formerly known as the Landis Hotel. This bar offers a variety of original drinks including beer and other types of liquor. Whether you are looking for a place to relax or a romantic atmosphere, or you are just looking for a place to chill, Le Bar is a good option for any night of the week.

_December
Happy Hour Sun-Thu 7-9 pm, beer buy 2 get 1 free. Sat 12-year-old Spey Scotch, buy 2 get 1 free.

_Easy Pub
Live music every night with Fri. Rock Nights and Sat. Jazz Nights w/special show. Happy Hour before 10 pm.

_Escape
12-1 am live jazz music Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat. Friday Rock Nights and Fri/Sat NT$500 all you can drink. Wed/Fri Ladies Nights with 1 free drink.

_Frog

Frog 1 :
Heineken draft (by keg), buy-1-get-1-free (available until sold out). 10/8-10 come celebrate our 24-year-old birthday with us. Big bottle of Taiwan Beer Gold Label for NT$150/each, or 4 for NT$500.

Frog 2:
Thursdays: Buy-1-get-1-free cocktails. Fridays: Dart game contest for a team of twos. Saturdays: Dart game contest for single-person teams. Heineken draft (by keg), buy-1-get-1-free (available until sold out). Big bottle of Taiwan Beer Gold Label for NT$150/each, or 4 for NT$500.

Frog 3:
Heineken draft (by keg), buy-1-get-1-free (available until sold out). Free BBQ on Fridays. Big bottle of Taiwan Beer Gold Label for NT$150/each, or 4 for NT$500.

Frog (@Tiger City):
Holders of movie tickets at the Vieshow Cinema can enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases.

Frog (@Wurih):
Wurih Beer Brewery's outdoor beer garden welcomes all to "Open Mic" on the weekends.

_FuBar
Live and same-day-replay sports on 2 big screens, including Premier League, NFL, NHL, NBA, college football (check www.fubartaiwan.com). Two daily Happy Hours (5:30-6:30, 9-10 pm) with NT$100 beers. Tues Caesar's Night--NT$100 regular Caesar''s cocktail, NT$150 double Caesar's. Thurs Ladies Night--vodka/gin drinks 2 for NT$150. Thurs Wings Night--NT$10 wings. NT$90 Whiskey Cokes Fridays. Free drinks on your birthday. Opens 5:30 pm weekdays, 2 pm weekends, closed Wednesdays.

_La Bodega
Thurs. Ladies Night w/NT$90 mixed drinks. Daily specials: Taiwan Draft 1000cc only NT$200. Mon.-Fri. 6-8 pm buy-2-get-1-free Happy Hours. Reserve for your birthday parties and get a free Sangria and buy-1-get-1-free drinks. English Premier League games live every week. Darts, pool table and football table. Second-floor special buffet by reservation (25-30 people).

_Light Vogue Lounge
December Themed Nights. Themed parties every night with drink specials. *DJ spinning party tunes all night long. *Men NT$399 & Ladies NT$299. *Wear a themed costume to get special price admission. December party dates: 12/5,12/12,12/19, 12/20, 12/24, 12/31. Call to find out about party theme and other details (04) 2328-0118. Heineken Buy 2-get-1free throughout December. Open liquors at the lounge for a special buy-2-get-1 bottle free offer.

_Londoner
Daily live sports--English Premier League, Celtic Tests Rugby, Rugby Testmatch 2008, NFL (check www.londoner.com.tw). Dec. Happy Hour Tue-Fri 7-10 pm NT$150 Old Speckled Hen on tap. Dec. 5, 13 Salsa Nights; Dec. 6 Live Band Night; Dec. 19 Singing Contest; Dec. 24 X'mas Party; Dec. 27 Country Music X'mas Party; Dec. 31 Happy New Year Party (see 'Scheduled Events'). Wed Live Band Night--NT$100 cocktails all night. Thurs Pub Quiz (12/11, 25) 10 pm with free beers, NT$200 Vodka Red Bulls. Friday Salsa Nights. Sat Live Sports. Closed Mondays.

_Lounge ONE
Weekly specials: Mon. Bombay Sapphire Gin 20% off; Tue. Bacardi Rum Cocktails buy-2-get-1-free; Wed. Mojito Night--NT$800 free-flow Mojitos in 4 flavors; Thur. Wonderful 8 Drinking Night--20% off Bacardi 8 glass/bottle; Fri. NT$800 Free Flow Bombay Sapphire Gin Cocktails; Sat/Sun Dewar's Night--20% off glass/bottle Dewar's 12-yr.

_More
Mon/Wed/Thu-Live piano concert, karaoke, pool & beer drinking contest. Tue- Karaoke, pool & beer drinking contest. Fri- Live band performances- from 10:30 pm-12:30 am. Sat- Live band performances- from 10:30 pm-12:30 am. Sun-Karaoke, pool & beer drinking contest.

_Oldies
Live bands Wed, Fri 10:30 pm-12:30 am. Daily specials: Mon. Wings Nite--1 bucket only NT$200; Tue. Martini Nite--buy-1-get-1-free; Wed. Draft Beer Nite--40% off; Thur. Bottle Beer Nite--375ml beer NT$100; Fri. Lady's Nite--2 half-price drinks for ladies; Sat. Progressive Nite--All drinks 50% off 5-6 pm, 30% off 6-8 pm, 10% off 8-10 pm, plus live DJ show; Sun. All-You-Can-Eat Pizza NT$299 (includes 500cc soda), wine/champagne 15% off.

_The Pig Pen Disco Pub
Free entry to 2F Disco if you dine at 1F British-style restaurant first. Pig Pen Angels dance with you Wed, Fri and Sat nights. Fri/Sat Sexy Weekend Nights--free admission to first 20 girls in sexy bikinis, bareback, hot pants & miniskirts. Sunday Pop Music Nite--all-you-can-drink special and Majeed Band 450.

_PJ's Cafe
Dec. 20 Christmas Party; Dec. 31 New Year's Eve Party (see 'Scheduled Events'). NT$195 Christmas Turkey Dinners Dec. 20-25. NFL football games in HDTV every day, any game. Early Show 8-10 pm every week with live bands. Sunday 6 pm Open Mic with Steak BBQ (6-9 pm) from NT$295. Daily lunch menu from 12 noon with various pastas and sandwiches. NT$150 burgers/chilidogs Fridays at 6 pm. Mon-Fri NT$100 drink specials.

_Tapa Tapa Spanish Restaurant
Live band Minda's Jazz plays Latin/jazz music 7-9 pm Wed.

---Scheduled Events---

Dec. 5 Fri.
@ Londoner | Salsa DJ Night, 9 pm with Guest DJ from Hong Kong. NT$300 entrance.

Dec. 6 Sat.
@ Londoner | Live Band Night, 10 pm with Three Day Bender and Dirty Skies. NT$300 entrance.

Dec. 13 Sat.
@ Londoner | Salsa Party Night, 9 pm. NT$300 entrance (incl. 1 drink).

Dec. 19 Fri.
@ Londoner | Singing Contest 9 pm with cash prizes. NT$200 to join (2 songs). Live band The True.

Dec. 20 Sat.
@ PJ's Cafe | Christmas Party from 6 pm.

Dec. 24 Wed.
@ Cosby Saloon | Christmas Eve Party. Christmas buffet NT$699. Bring a gift for gift exchange.
@ Easy pub | X'mas Party. Free food, Free entry fee.
@ Londoner | X'mas Party 10 pm with live band The True, plus NT$350 X'mas Dinner.

Dec. 27 Sat.
@ Londoner | Country Music X'mas Party, 10 pm with NT$200 entrance.

Dec. 31 Wed.
@ Easy pub | New Year's Eve Bingo Night.
@ Hotel ONE | New Year's Casino Party, 10 pm, Money Shot Horns live on 28F with casino on 29F.
@ Londoner | Happy New Year Party. NT$450 min. charge (incl. food/drinks). Free drinks/gifts at midnight.
@ PJ's Cafe | New Year's Eve Party 6 pm with live music 9 pm-12 am.

If you would like to announce a "What's On", the deadline is the 15th of the month prior. Please send us your news release to news@taiwanfun.com before this date.

upcoming WHAT'S COOKING

Finga
Roasted turkey dinners at Finga's
During the Christmas season, Finga's Base Camp is offering whole roasted turkeys, cooked to order. The NT$220/pound price includes a perfectly-roasted turkey, orange and almond dressing, bread rolls, pumpkin pies and buckets of gravy. To order, call (04) 2327-7750 or fax (04) 2327-7706.

PJ's Cafe
PJ's Cafe Christmas Turkey Dinners
From December 20 to 25, PJ's Cafe will be offering one of Taichung's best-priced Christmas turkey dinners, for only NT$195. This Turkey Dinner plate includes roast turkey, stuffing and other traditional fixings. Call (04) 2325-2457.

Smooth Bar & Grill Restaurant
Turkey Time at Smooth Bar & Grill Restaurant
Smooth is offering a special Turkey Menu from December 1 to 26, 2008 for NT$880/person (plus 10% service charge). This will include an oven-baked turkey with stuffing, vegetables, red cabbage, glazed marrones, roasted potatoes, cranberry sauce, Chef's Salad, home-made bread and Truffle Mushroom Soup, with a Red Wine Cinnamon Pear with Vanilla Ice Cream dessert and coffee or tea. Diners should book as early as possible because of limited space. Call (04) 2329-3468 or check www.fattys.com.tw.

Evergreen Laurel Hotel (Taichung)
Special take-out Chinese New Year Chinese and western style dishes
Chinese New Year take-out 8 dishes (NT$7,000/six people and NT13,000/12 people); single order is available/ NT$700. They are dishes rhythm with lucky words: roast duck, steamed crabs and lobsters, shark fins, shredded chicken, abalone stewed with pork, steamed fish, squid, mushroom chicken and eel rice cake. Western style dishes (NT$2,580/four people, soup is NT$520/four people) are the following dishes: Chinese herb pumpkin soup, French onion soup, American Rib-eye Steak with mushroom sauce, Grilled Lamb with mint sauce, Fried Cod Fish, Steamed fish. The hotel starts taking orders from Dec. 1 and Chinese take-out orders can be picked up from Jan. 25 to 29 while western take-out orders will on Jan. 25. Please call (04) 2313-9988, ext. 2882 for Chinese take-out and 2875 for western take-out.

Hotel ONE
The end of the year party in 2008 and the New Year party in 2009 from 12/1, 2008~2/28, 2009
@ 28F IN Restaurant: Exotic Indian, Thai, Vietnam, Chinese and western dishes are specially prepared in buffet style for this jolly event. (suitable for more than 40 people, NT$1,000/each) All you can have soft drinks, two free bottles of red wine for guests of ten, two French style afternoon tea coupons and special discount for KTV. @ 46F Top of ONE: Oriental cuisine set meal deal (NT$1,680~2,500/each) is perfect for a group of more than 20 people and enjoy 20% off mineral water and liquer. Booking for a group of more than 40 people will also win four afternoon tea coupons; booking of more than 60 people will win four afternoon tea coupons as well as two weekend brunch coupons. 10% service fee will be applied to the deals above and they won’t be available during Chinese New Year Eve and the second day of the Chinese New Year. For more information, call (04) 2303-1234.

Viva Cafe
Viva Cafe's "End of the year 123" launch
(1). Truffe Feast is now available from now to the end of January 2009. Book 10 days ahead and freshly shipped in truffe from Italy and France can be enjoyed. (2). European ingredients are especially prepared for Christmas and New Year's Eve dinner party. On Dec. 31, Alma Negra is invited to perform its famous Indian dance. (3).Catering to your budget and the size of your groups, we prepare great dishes for your end of the year party. Please call (04) 2285-3708 for booking information.

Andrew Indian Restaurant
3 Year Aniversary offering 20% DIscount on all kinds of foods to drinks which makes Andrew now the cheapest Indian Restaurant In Taichung. Due to huge drop in consumer prices @ Andrew's. Now you can get very special offers on Curries and Kababs ranging from NT$180 to 230 and Breads for just NT$40 to 50. For the month of December you can also order a dinner set for just NT$296 you will be getting unlimited bread, rice and drinks all you can eat and drink with your main course which can be a kabab or a curry plus an Indian style dessert. For reservations call (04) 2326-7075.

Howard Prince Hotel
From now on to Dec. 31st, Mirage (2F) is offering special deals for lunch, dinner and afternoon tea any days including weekends. Groups of two people, one can enjoy half price for the order (the lower price of two). Groups of four people, two people can enjoy half price, etc. This deal doesn't include beverage, liquor or service fee and perfect for groups of under 12 people. However, it doesn't apply during holidays and cant be combined with other discount deals. Please call (04) 2463-2323, ext. 2201, 2202 for booking information.

Tempus Hotel Taichung
Turkey Take-Out Service
La Mode Joy Mix/NT$3,980 is perfect for 6-8 people. Single order of turkey, grilled rib-eye and roast chicken are also available. Place your order ahead and you might win La Mode coupons. Please call (04)2326-8008 for booking information.
Cantonese Seafood Restaurant is having Hot Pot Fun
Hot Pot is the best way to beat the cold in winter time. The restaurant especially designs numerous fresh ingredients, such as Chinese herb chicken, seafood, mushrooms and lamb. NT$360/small and NT$700/big. Please call (04) 2326-8008 for booking details.

Tapa Tapa
Coupons for dining at Tapa Tapa
For every NT$200 diners spend at Tapa Tapa Spanish Restaurant, they will now receive a NT$20 coupon, good for use during future visits. Mondays through Fridays, Tapa Tapa is also currently offering Portuguese Curry Chicken Rice (with soup) for NT$128. Call (04) 2323-6254.

Little India
Opening Party and specials at Little India
To mark its opening, Little India Muslim Restaurant will hold a Chef's Night Party on Saturday, December 20, starting at 6 p.m. and including a delicious buffet of Indian food, discounted by 50%. Little India's extensive menu of authentic, Halal dishes includes specialties like Curry Fish-Head Pot, all prepared by one of Taiwan's top Indian chefs. Call (04) 2326-1425.

_December 10
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Story Telling Program. Speaker: Diana Watosn. Topics: The Night Before Christmas

_December 11
9:30-11:00 a.m.
English News Program. Speaker: Mr. Douglas Habecker, Publisher, Compass Magazine

_December 13
1:30-4:00 p.m.
American Film Program. Speaker: Stephanie Grady. Topic: Toy Story

_December 17
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Story Telling Program. Speaker: Mara Smith. Topics: The Twelve Days of Christmas

_December 18
9:30-11:00 a.m.
English News Program. Speaker: Mr. Douglas Habecker, Publish, Compass Magazine

_December 27
1:30-4:00 p.m.
American Film Program. Speaker: Stephanie Grady. Topic: Finding Nemo

 

 

National Taichung Library:
291-3, JingWu Road, Taichung City
(04)2226-1105#123
www.ntl.gov.tw

 

★Concerts

Ars Trio Taipei "Nothing in the World is Single"
Established 15 years ago, the Ars Trio Taipei holds concerts on an annual basis. This winter, they will also perform at the Taipei National Concert Hall. The programs will include: Piano Trio in C Minor, Op.87 (Brahms), Concert Aria "Alma Grande e Nobil Core" (Mozart), Liebe Schwarmt auf Allen Wegen (Schubert), Sei Ich Ihn Gesehen and Er Der Herrlichste von Allen (R. Schumann), Liebst du um Schonheit (G. Mahler), Love's Philosophy (Roger Quilter), and Piano Trio in C Minor, Op.66 (Mendelssohn). When: 12/19, 7:30 pm. Where: Shin-Min Art Center. For tickets, visit www.ticket.com.tw, or call (04) 2292-5321.

New Year Eve Party－LOVE TAICHUNG
New Year Eve Party on Dec. 31 (Wednesday) will be held at the stadium of National Taiwan College of Physical Education. The public is advised to enter through the east, west and south gates from 5 pm. The event will last from 7 pm to 12:30 am. Well-known singers are invited to perform that night. Please check with http://www.gtv.com.tw/SpecialCase/20090101/ for the update of this event.

The Art of Brass Vienna: A Classy Night of Jazz
When: Dec. 20 (Sat), 7:30 pm. Where: Taichung Chunghsing Concert Hall. Three years ago, the Art of Brass Vienna performed in Taiwan. This year, the band will be getting the crowd going with German and Austrian brass music. Still led by Hans Gansch, the band plays upbeat, vivid tunes. This night is sure to be a hit for all jazz fans. For tickets, visit www.ticket.com.tw (04) 2292-5321, or call Vincent Music & Arts (04) 2358-6047.

★Exhibition

Taichung 2008 Mammoth Exhibition
Taichung Science Museum is hosting a Mammoth Exhibition from Nov. 28, 2008 to March 1, 2009. It's open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm (Mondays off but open on the first day of Chinese New Year). Purchasing tickets between Tuesday and Friday at the museum can win you a notebook (worth NT$120). The addess: No.1, GuanQien Rd. Contact Number: (04) 2322-6940.

Thang-ka Exhibition
Thang-ka, also called sku-thang, is one of unique Tibetan arts. Its origin can be traced back to the 8th century. A special art form in Tibetan Buddhism, Thang-ka, religious paintings are mounted on colorful silk scrolls, and have strong religious colors and unique styles revered by Tibetan people for generations. The exhibition will be held to Jan. 4, 2009 at Taichung City Seaport Art Center Room C. Please call (04) 2627-4568 for more information.

Taiwan Postwar Architecture Exhibition
Architecture built between 1950 and 1970 (after WWII) has its own individual character which helps us understand modern architectural development in Taiwan. This exhibition will introduce buildings completed during that period, when none of the architects received their training in Taiwan. However, their works have greatly influenced generations to come in Taiwan and indirectly shaped the way Taiwan is now. The exhibition will start Dec. 28th at TADA Center (362, FuShing Rd, Sec. 3; 04-2229-5848).

Representative Artists of Korean
The artists are Hwang Young-Sung, Woo Jae-Gil, Choe Young-Hoon, Kim Young-Sik, Kim Ik-Mo. The exhibition will take place from Dec. 5 to Jan. 18, 2009 at Da Xiang Art Space (15, BoGuan Rd; 04-2208-4288) . It's open to the public noon to 8 pm Tue. to Sun. The Launch Party will be held at 3 pm on Dec. 6 (Sat.) .

One Hundred Years of Watercolor in Taiwan
The Museum of Fine Arts in Taichung is holding its "One Hundred Years of Watercolor in Taiwan" series. This exhibition examines art development for the past 100 years in Taiwan as politics, economics, social issues and culture have greatly influenced its development. 53 artists from three generations are invited to participate this event and 144 pieces of arts can be appreciated. Watercolor paintings will kick off this event to Feb. 22, 2009 at Exhibition A2. The museum is at 2, WuChuan W. Rd. Sec. 1; Tel: (04) 2372-3552.

★Drama

Moving Happiness (adopted from "the Mail Carrier")
Taiwan Drama Performance is bringing audiences this moving yet funny play, "Moving Happiness" (adopted from "the Mail Carrier"). Come find out the great lies in this play, which will make you laugh till you cry. The show will be held from 2:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Dec. 13 at Changhua County Yuanlin Concert Hall(99, Lane 2, ZhongZheng Rd, Da Rao Li, YuanLin) and also at 7:30 pm on Dec. 26, and 2:30 and 7:30 pm on Dec. 27 at Taichung Chunghsing Concert Hall (291-3, JingWu Rd.) Please call (07) 7610188 or visit the website: www.performer.org.tw

Green Ray's Play "Human Condition"
"Human Condition" by Wu NienZheng, is a story told by a grandmother, who dies and comes back to her granddaughter's body. It is about the love and hate among ordinary people and is funny, yet touching. The play will take place at 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm on Dec. 20 at ZhongSan University YiXien Hall in Kaohsiung; 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm on Jan. 3, 2009 at Tainan Cultural Center; and 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm on Jan. 10, 2009 at Taichung ZhongSan Concert Hall. Please contact Green Ray at (02) 2395-6838 or visit websites at www.greenray.org.tw or www.ticket.com.tw for ticket details.

★Activities

LaGare Creative Market Festival
The last LaGare Creative Market Festival in 2008 will be held on Dec. 20 (Sat.) at Stock 20 (6-1, Lane 37, FuShing Rd, Sec 4 behind the Train Station.) Contact number is: (04) 2220-9972. Or visit: http://www.stock20.com.tw/

Flower Blossoms in Sinshe
This flower appreciation event in Sinshe will last one month, including five weekends from Nov. 8 to Dec. 7. It is open from 10 am to 4 pm to the public. Stalls selling agriculture products and band performances will also be there. On Dec. 6 and 7, a Peace-theme activity will be held by the WuYaSong Tribe. Please visit http://www.flower-sea.tw/index.php for more information. The organization would like to remind visitors not to step in the flower beds while taking photos.

Golden Horse Film Festival in Taichung
This year, Golden Horse Film Festival will be held in Taipei and Taichung. A series of celebration activities will take place in Taichung city. From Nov. 22 to Dec. 4, films will be shown at Vieshow Cinemas and from Nov. 21 to Dec. 7, films will be shown at ChungYo Department Store's building "C" 13F. Renowned director, LiXing, will hold talks and his '60s works will also be shown here. Please visit http://www.goldenhorse.org.tw/gh_tc/ for more information.

---HOTELS---

TAIPEI HOTELS

-Ambience Hotel
Experience the ultra-chic Ambience Hotel from NT$2,760 per night
Special Promotion! Enjoy Taipei's newest design hotel at the most affordable rate! Book now and receive great discounts on your accommodation: * Check-in time is 3 pm, check-out time is 12 am. * Buffet breakfast included. *One complimentary drink coupon per room for bookings on weekdays. * Complimentary coffee and tea available to all guests during their stay at the Ambience Lounge * All bills subject to 10% service charge., TEL: (02)2541-0077

TAICHUNG HOTELS

Chinatrust Hotel (Taichung)
"Chinatrust' Best Hot Springs Vacation Package" includes a one night stay for two, starting now until 12/31
NT$3,388 for two/stay at the Deluxe Single or Classic Double room one night, and this package comes with two breakfasts in the morning, plus hot springs coupons for two, as well as two complimentary hot springs boiled eggs. Other services provided with this package includes free shuttle bus service to and from the hotel, or NT$600 worth of meal coupons. Free access to the hotel's facilities (parking lot, business center, gym and laundry room, etc.) All rooms come with free daily newspaper, and one extra guest in the room will cost an extra NT$1,000. On weekends, there will be an extra NT$600 charged for the room (including Saturdays, national holidays and New Year's Eve). All listed rate include tax and service charge, and cannot be combined with other specials at the hotel. For reservations, call (04) 2425-5678.

Evergreen Laurel Hotel (Taichung)
Taichung PaPaGo! Until 12/31
NT$4,016 for two persons, with a surcharge of NT$500 per room added on holidays. A third person may be added to the package for an extra NT$999 (includes one breakfast). Free tickets for 2-hour bicycle rental. Free taxi from hotel to one attraction (choose one of these enthralling spots: National Museum of Natural Science, National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, Tunghai Night Market, Fongjia Night Market, Yizhong Night Market, and Chunghua Night Market). Breakfast buffet, welcome fruit, daily newspaper, mineral water, free use of facilities and free parking. For more information or reservations, please call: (04) 2324-2277.

Freshfields Resort &Conference
A Journey with Healthy Winter Cuisine until 12/31
For the special rate of NT$4,800, guests can stay in the Single/Double room for one night, and receive complimentary Healthy Winter Cuisine meals for two, Continental-style breakfast for two, access to spa, gym facilities, as well as free shuttle bus to and from the HSR station and a welcome fruit basket. For more information or reservation, call (04) 2382-9888.

Holiday Inn Express Taichung Park
Opening Special Offer NT$ 2,899 per room included tax, service charge and complimentary Express Breakfast(up to two) . The promotion continues until Dec. 31, 2008. Additional NT$ 300 will be charged on Saturday or eves of national holidays. Upgrade your room to Standard Room Park View for an additional NT$ 500. For further information, please contact the hotel at (04) 3505-9898

Hotel ONE
Autumn Chill @ ONE until 12/31
Superior Room NT$4,588. One night accommodation in a Superior Room, breakfast buffet for two at our IN Restaurant and complimentary in-room movies. Round trip shuttle service between Hotel ONE and Taichung High Speed Rail Station for NT$200 per person. Add NT$1,000 per room and receive two NT$800 set menus at our IN Restaurant. Upgrade to Corner Studio with additional NT$1,000, Deluxe Studio for NT$2,000 or Executive Suite for NT$3,000. Maximum of 2 guests per room. Quadruple occupancy signifies the booking of two separate Superior Rooms with possible outdoor connection at special rate NT$8,888. Additional NT$500 will be charged for stays on weekends or eves of national holidays. Reservation: (04) 3700-3839.

Howard Prince
"Happy Go, Taichung!" package available until 12/31
Single Room (starting at NT$3,300+10%), Double Room (NT$3,700+10%, room for three NT$4,300+10%, room for four NT$4,500+10%, Family Room NT$8,400+10%.) Each room, depending on the number of guests, is given breakfast coupons for The Mirage Restaurant on 2F. Throughout your stay, all guests have unlimited access to water spa facilities (swimsuits required), as well as the fitness center, swimming pool and wireless Internet usage. Furthermore, guests can enjoy a 10% discount at the Lulu Spa located on the 5F of the hotel, as well as 10% discount for all purchases at the hotel restaurants (excluding liquor and usage of the conference room & banquet hall). Every guest room comes with bottled mineral water, welcoming fruits, daily newspaper and free parking. On national holidays, New Year's Eve, and on weekends (including Saturday), each room will be NT$300 +10% more than the listed rate. For reservations, contact (04)2463-1616 ext.2007, 2008.

Hung's Mansion
Visit before 12/31 and reserve a night's stay with the "Deluxe Scenic Feast" package for NT$3,850-
Pay the listed rate for Deluxe Single room and receive an upgrade to their scenic suite. At the same time, the hotel will give a free bottle of red wine, Evian mineral water and L'occitane supreme bathing set.
Make your bookings for the "Ultimate AVEDA Experience" online before 12/31, to enjoy their special rate NT$7,999.
With this package, guests will get a free upgrade to the 20-ping Superior Administrative Suite, as well as a bottle of complimentary French/Spanish wine, Evian mineral water, L'occitane bathing set in each room. Two bar coupons and free AVEDA skincare session for two are also part of the package. For more detailed info, visit www.hungsmansion.com, or for reservations, call (04)2255-6688.

Tempus Hotel Taichung
"The City Life 1 Night's Stay + 2 Meals Package" available until 12/31.
Stay in the Deluxe Double or Deluxe Twin room for NT$4,800; this price includes two buffet breakfasts and dinner for two at the Chinese restaurant within the hotel. Also comes with this package is the welcoming fruit basket offered in the room, bottled mineral water and daily newspaper. Complimentary services includes professional shoe cleaning, free parking, wireless Internet, access to sauna, swimming pool and the fitness center. This package requires guests to reserve in advance; the hotel will not accept on-the-spot booking. This package cannot be used along with other special offers at the hotel, and this rate only applies throughout weekdays. On Saturday, Sunday and New Year's Eve, an extra NT$300 needs to be added onto the stated room rate. For more information, contact (04)2326-8008 ext. room booking dept.

The Splendor Hotel
Taichung Parkway Promotion until 12/31
You can enjoy the Science Museum, Botanical Garden, and the CMP Eslite mall. The Splendor is the gateway to a relaxing and educational Taichung. Hotel Superior Room NT$4,599 Weekdays, NT$4,999 Saturdays and Sundays. Free Gifts Include NT$300 gift certificate at Eliste, CMP Eliste one day VIP card, 2 tickets each to Natural Science Museum and Botanical Garden and 1 Free in-room movie. For further inquiries, call (04) 2324-6000.

Waugh Den Business Hotel
Various accommodation packages starting today!!
Waugh Den Business Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Taichung city. It is close to Fengjia Night Market, Yi-Zhong shopping street, and only ten-minute drive to the Zhongshan Highway. Our services include access to parking lot (free), and usage of wireless Internet, and free shuttle bus to and from the HSR station, Taichung Train Station, Taichung Airport, main bus stations, Central Taiwan Science Park and Fenhjia Night Market. Waugh Den Business Hotel provides guests on business or on vacation with exquisite and welcoming service. Various accommodation packages include Museum of Fine Arts, Yamay Kingdom and Dongshi-Fegyuan Bike Path. A group of two guests are eligible for this package, whereas a group of four can enjoy discounted rates. For more information & enquiries, call (04) 2296-4888 or visit www.waughden.com.tw

---DOMESTIC TOURS---

>>EAGLE TRAVEL
Eagle Travel provides train or flight package tours to Hualien, Taitung, Green Island, Orchid Island and Penghu Island all year round, all tailor made.We also help to book domestic air or train ticket and hotels everywhere in Taiwan.For Reservation: EAGLE TRAVEL TEL:(04) 2226-2175
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---OVERSEAS TOURS---

>>Silk Air opens up for navigation from Kaohsiung to Singapore
Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, flies direct from Kaohsiung to Singapore. Connects with Silk and Singapore Airlines to over 90 international cities, surely fulfilling market demand for tourism and business. For more information about Silk Air, go to www.silkair.com

>>ELIZABETH TRAVEL
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_Alcoholics Anonymous
Meets Friday at 7:30 pm. Information: Call Patrick at 0958-233-040.

_American Chamber of Commerce in Taichung (AmCham)
Dec. 9 Happy Hour (see listing). No December/January dinner meetings. Contact tel/fax: Call Administrative Coordinator River Chen at 0955-038-733, (04) 2326-7591, fax (04) 2326-7595, e-mail coordinator@amchamtaichung.org, or check website www.amchamtaichung.org for information.

_American Institute in Taiwan (AIT)
Dec. 17 American Citizen Services visit to Taichung American Corner, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. AIT's Taichung Virtual Branch Office at http://taichung.ait.org.tw, call ACS section at (02) 2162-2000, ext. 2306, or fax (02) 2162-2239.

_American School in Taichung - AST (formerly Lincoln American School)
www.ast.tc.edu.tw
(04) 2239-7532, ext 11 (admissions), 16 (Director's Secretary); www.ast.tc.edu.tw
Dec. 4 Winter Concert; Dec. 12 High School Drama; Dec. 18-19 MS Drama (see listings); Dec. 22-Jan. 2 Christmas Break.

_International Women's Association of Taichung (IWAT)
Dec. 3 Monthly Luncheon, Dec. 10 Book Club, Dec. 17 Monthly Workshop (see listings). No Dec. coffee morning. Dec. 10 Board Meeting at Evergreen Laurel Hotel at 1 pm. Contact Jennifer Tseng at 0918-650-712 about Moms and Tots Playgroup on Tuesdays or Thursdays 10 am-12 pm. Mahjong meets Tuesday at 10 am at Early Bird Diner--contact Kate Hoke at 0937-053-097 for information. General IWAT information: Contact President Kerry Putzke at 0972-159-174 or Secretary Jen Scheller at iwatsecretary@yahoo.com or (04) 2461-3410.

_Morrison Academy (MA)
136-1, ShuiNan Rd.; (04) 2292-1171; www.mca.org.tw
Dec. 4 Elementary (G3-5) Christmas Concert, 7 pm; Dec. 7 HS Chamber Christmas Concert (see listing); Dec. 12 HS Christmas Concert (see listing); Dec. 16 MS Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm; Dec. Dec. 22-Jan. 2 Winter Break.

_Formosa Cricket Club
The FCC is a cricket club that plays regularly in Taipei and all around Taiwan, with the occasional international event. We welcome anyone with any level of cricket experience or beginners. We Encourage families and friends to become involved and we organise regular social events. Contact: Dwight Johnson 0937-060226 dwight.johnson@pw.utc.com. Sunil Sistla 0931-217250 , sunil_sistla@yahoo.com. Visit our website http://formosacricketclub.tripod.com

_Hash House Harriers
Find fun and friendship with the Taichung Hash House Harriers, part of the world's most eccentric running club, the only thing needed is a sense of humour ! Regular runs each Saturday, meet 1 pm at Wen Shin Rd. McDonald's (near Foreign Affairs Police HQ). All welcome. For run confirmation and meeting times/place. Contact Graham Jelley 0919-833247 or Mark Paas 0919-523844. Also see website at http://www.taichunghash.com
For information about monthly Bike Hashes contact Thomas Brill at 0933-445215. or email thomasbrill@bfd-global.com.

_Rotary Club - Tatong Chapter (English-speaking)
Rotarians only. Regular meetings every Thursday at The Landis Hotel (3F), 12:30 pm. Information: Stacy, tel. 2327-1223, fax 2320-4758.

_Sun Moon Lodge
number 13 of Grand Lodge of China Free and Accepted Mason, F.&A.M. Meets every fourth Saturday at 3 p.m. No meetings July and August. Where: 200, WenXin Rd., sec. 4, North District, 12F-1. Information: (04) 2295-7757, fax (04) 2295-7808.

_Taichung Compass Utd FC Soccer Team
Call Ben at 0911-789-307, Kurt at 0928-940-461, or email vorisekk@yahoo.com. For news/games, check www.taichungcompassfc.com

_Taichung Londoner Golf Association
Join a larger number of Taichung foreign residents for a monthly Golf tournament & get together. Men & Women all welcome regardless of your golfing skills. We play at a number of courses in the Taichung area once a month. Followed by discounted food & drinks at The Londoner. For this months information stop by The Londoner or send us your details at taichunglondoner@ hotmail.com. or (04) 2314- 6919.

_Taichung Rugby Club
Taichung Teletubbies welcome you to join players from around the world as they practice and compete with teams throughout Taiwan & Asia. Interested in playing? Contact Rob 0918-448824 or stop by The Londoner.

_Taichung Toastmasters Club (TTC)
The first Toastmasters club in Taichung area. English speaking club, where we learn, grow and laugh together. Meets every 2nd and 4th wednesday, 7.00-9.30 pm at 142, Da-Xiang St., Fu-Wang Hotel's conference room. Contact: Vickie 0937483392 or Sukarsan 0937219316 email: sukarsan@hotmail.com

---MONTHLY EVENTS---

_Wednesday, Dec. 3
2008 IWAT Holiday Luncheon, 10 am
All welcome to attend--bring a gift costing no more than NT$500 to participate in gift exchange. 10-11 am coffee and social hour, 11-11:30 am announcements and business meeting (lucky draw and birthday gifts), 11:30 am-1 pm buffet luncheon and gift exchange. Where: Evergreen Laurel Hotel, B2 level. Cost: NT$600/members, NT$700/non-members. Childcare available for NT$300/child and must be arranged with dinner reservation. Reservations: RSVP preferred by Dec. 1 to Kate Hoke at 0937-053-097 or email: dhoke001@yahoo.com.

_Thursday, Dec. 4
American School in Taichung Winter Concert, 4 pm
This concert will include a selection of instrumental, vocal and handbell music. Concerts by elementary students will take place 4-4:45 pm, followed by middle/high school students from 5:15-6:30 pm. There will be a Bake Sale from 3:45-4 and 4:45-5:15 pm. This performance is free and open to the public. Information/seat reservations: Contact Ching at (04) 2239-7532, ext. 16.

_Sunday, Dec. 7
Morrison Academy High School Chamber Christmas Concert, 4 pm
A variety of classical Christmas music and carols will be performed by the high school Chamber Singers, String Quintet, Violin Choir and Trombone Quartet. This performance is free and open to the public. Where: Morrison Academy auditorium (136-1, ShuiNan Rd). Information: Call high school office at (04) 2292-1171, ext. 401.

_Tuesday, Dec. 9
Taichung AmCham Happy Hour, 7 pm
All are welcome to this month's informal event, which will include discounted beer and snacks in a relaxing setting. No reservations needed. Where: The Border Tex-Mex bar and restaurant (6, JingCheng Rd; tel. 2310-9151). Information: Call AmCham Administrative Coordinator River Chen at 0955-038-733 or (04) 2326-7591, e-mail coordinator@amchamtaichung.org, fax (04) 2326-7595, or check website www.amchamtaichung.org for information.

_Wednesday, Dec. 10
IWAT Book Club
This month's gathering will discuss the book "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" by Lisa See. Meets at Laurie Zirilli's home. Information: Call Jen Scheller at (04) 2461-3410 or email iwatsecretary@yahoo.com for information/directions.

_Friday, Dec. 12
Morrison Academy High School Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm
Classical Christmas music and carols, including parts of Handel's "Messiah", will be performed by the high school Band, Orchestra, Acapella Choir, and Chorale. This performance is free and open to the public. Where: Morrison Academy auditorium (136-1, ShuiNan Rd). Information: Call high school office at (04) 2292-1171, ext. 401.
American School in Taichung High School Drama, 1:30 pm
This winter drama performance will feature a night of "Comedy Sportz!", with class teams competing against each other in various improvisional games, ensuring a night of hilarity and laughs. This event is free and open to the public. Information/seat reservations: Contact Ching at (04) 2239-7532, ext. 16.

_Wednesday, Dec. 17
IWAT Monthly Workshop
This month's workshop will be cookie decorating at the home of Laurie Zirilli. Information/reservations: Contact Yvonne Chang at (04) 2463-3143 or email: yvonnechang0127@pchome.com.tw

_Thursday-Friday, Dec. 18-19
American School in Taichung Middle School Drama, "Three Little Pigs", 2:45 pm
Middle school students will present Roald Dahl's "Three Little Pigs", a tail-twistingly treacherous musical. This event is free and open to the public. Information/seat reservations: Contact Ching at (04) 2239-7532, ext. 16.