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by LolaBeltran
Fri Feb 14, 2025 10:27 am
Forum: Entertainment Zone
Topic: The books and reading thread
Replies: 309
Views: 78247

Re: The books and reading thread

Thanks Joelle . .I remember your suggestion and link to the book "fair" on the 10th of the month . . just havent managed to hit the date and I am unfamiliar with the locale.. Also interested in donating to the animal rescue. Never thought about that possibility. Thanks cameljocky.
by LolaBeltran
Wed Feb 12, 2025 3:37 pm
Forum: Entertainment Zone
Topic: The books and reading thread
Replies: 309
Views: 78247

Re: The books and reading thread

As to Tony's Bookstore . . I answered my own question by dropping by. I discovered that Tony's is no more. The store is still there but now called "Baan Nang Sue." ( Reading House) There were people inside and from what I could see there are still books/bookstacks but the sign on the door ...
by LolaBeltran
Sat Feb 08, 2025 10:24 am
Forum: Entertainment Zone
Topic: The books and reading thread
Replies: 309
Views: 78247

Tony's bookstore

Tony's bookstore? Whats the latest? Havent found a facebook page or website. Specifically what is the current policy now on exchanges? I have two bags of books that need to go somewhere . . . this includes new books. For a while the Blue and Yellow folks were only accepting books that they had previ...
by LolaBeltran
Fri Jan 03, 2025 9:17 am
Forum: Motoring
Topic: Thai Driving License renewal 2019 to 2025
Replies: 428
Views: 120892

Re: Thai Driving License renewal 2019 to 2025

Thanks so much . . this is exactly what I needed to see. I will get the medical cert today and try to make an appt for the 13th. And watch the video. Seems easy enough. Again thanks. This is why I treasure this forum . . .it has helped me a lot through the years.
by LolaBeltran
Thu Jan 02, 2025 10:09 am
Forum: Motoring
Topic: Thai Driving License renewal 2019 to 2025
Replies: 428
Views: 120892

Thai Driving License renewal 2019 to 2025

This is such a confusing topic to follow . . .and I know the expectations and comments will probably not reflect well on Thai bureaucracy. But if I can get a simple clear list/update of what is needed from someone who has been there recently it would be wonderful. Renewing my five year licence at Ch...
by LolaBeltran
Sun Dec 22, 2024 6:10 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Termite repair person
Replies: 7
Views: 4898

Re: Termite repair person

Thanks everyone for the input and suggestions. I believe we are not the only homeowners in Thailand using the "If you see'em- spray'em!" method of termite control. OK granted Chaindrite spray . . .or the Chaindrite white powder probably doesnt affect an underground nest with a queen but it...
by LolaBeltran
Sat Dec 21, 2024 8:46 am
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Termite repair person
Replies: 7
Views: 4898

Termite repair person

We have been fighting termites since we moved into our home . . .and sad to announce that last week they won this round. Ceiling collapse in one room . .other rooms OK so far. (minimal to no infestation). So the old ceiling is down and cleaned up and we need someone to come in and spray the "at...
by LolaBeltran
Wed Nov 27, 2024 9:02 am
Forum: Entertainment Zone
Topic: The books and reading thread
Replies: 309
Views: 78247

Re: The books and reading thread

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As I mentioned in a previous post you can go to the monthly Book Swap at I Rice Restaurant, Rieb Tanrod Fai Road, Hua Hin Soi 68-70 (between Tira Tiraa condo and railway), Hua Hin. (On Google maps)."
This sounds perfect Joelle . . sorry I missed your previous post.
by LolaBeltran
Wed Nov 27, 2024 8:57 am
Forum: Motoring
Topic: Thai Driving License renewal 2019 to 2025
Replies: 428
Views: 120892

Re: Thai Driving License renewal 2019 to 2024

Up for renewal in January. I live in Cha Am. The MV department used to be out near the sheep farm . .has it moved or is it still there? And I see reference to a grace period after the actual renewal date. Can somebody please confirm this period of time if it indeed exists.
by LolaBeltran
Mon Nov 25, 2024 10:49 am
Forum: Entertainment Zone
Topic: The books and reading thread
Replies: 309
Views: 78247

Re: The books and reading thread

Tony's Bookstore? Back when this was the Blue and Yellow bookstore, I was a regular patron. The "exchange" part was especially attractive. . .bring a bag of books to exchange and collect a bag full of new books at an attractive discount. Does anyone know if this is still the policy? And wi...
by LolaBeltran
Tue Oct 08, 2024 4:08 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Refrigerator repair shop?
Replies: 17
Views: 8571

Re: Refrigerator repair shop?

Bumping up this thread because I believe we now are in need of a refrigerator serviceman. Still working fine but the plastic water tray in back has developed a large hole in what must be the hottest part, right over the center round black "thing" that is probably doing the cooling. The bac...
by LolaBeltran
Fri Oct 04, 2024 10:17 am
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: Credit Card for expats?
Replies: 6
Views: 4402

Credit Card for expats?

I need a new credit card. My VISA card with Chase is dead thanks to hackers and the absolute worst customer service department in the universe. Never seen so many formulaic replies "We will get back to you in 3 to 5 days" etc. I applied to my US bank but immediately came up against the nee...
by LolaBeltran
Sun Sep 08, 2024 7:49 pm
Forum: Digital Realm
Topic: Adobe photoshop (old version)??
Replies: 2
Views: 2631

Adobe photoshop (old version)??

Just went through a PC "upgrade" and am still dealing with the fallout. Biggest loss is the old version of Adobe Photoshop. I really need to get it back. With the old version, I was sort of an expert. ..this new version has me lost. I used photoshop to upload photos from my mobile via USB ...
by LolaBeltran
Tue Aug 27, 2024 8:34 pm
Forum: White Board
Topic: Democrats (American) living in Cha am/ hua hin
Replies: 0
Views: 9922

Democrats (American) living in Cha am/ hua hin

I am looking to meet with other local Dems for coffee, chat, voting support
arrangements etc. please pm me. (This is a simple request and not a discussion thread. ) Thanks. :cheers:
by LolaBeltran
Tue Aug 13, 2024 6:36 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: The 90 Day Report Thread
Replies: 311
Views: 302523

Re: The 90 Day Report Thread

Just did my annual retirement extension . . .and I am pleased to note that the process ( at the new Cha Am Immigration center) was fast and easy. 30 min start to finish! Now I need to know how to figure my 90 day report. (I realize that the visa is a separate issue.) We traveled to India about in th...