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I heard today that Taiwan

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:48:57 -0800

I heard today that Taiwan does have the death penalty, but that it's not used much.

That's a very witty comment,

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:47:52 -0800

That's a very witty comment, but this is an ad for students to let them know about the program.

I don't know about your editing abilities, but your reading comprehension could use a little work.

NTSC / PAL Built-in

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:43:00 -0800

NTSC / PAL

Built-in Microphone and Speaker

Menu Languages
English / Japanese / Deutsch / Français / Español / Italiano / Português / Dutch / Turkish / Chinese / Korean / Arabic / Russian

Power Source
1 x Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NP120

Dimensions
57(W) x 70(H) x 129(D) mm

Weight
292g

Operation OS Required
Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / Win XP or Windows Vista

Video and Photo Editing Software Included
Presto Video Works
Presto Mr. Photo

free beer and toothpaste

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:37:44 -0800

free beer and toothpaste again tonight! (for winners)

I'll edit for 800Nt an hour,

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:57:50 -0800

I'll edit for 800Nt an hour, have loads of editing exp, or am I expected to use my precious free time, for free? ha!

I'm not sure how long life

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:53:08 -0800

I'm not sure how long life in jail is in Taiwan, but I reckon they'll get at least 15 years, max life.
Do they have the death penalty here?(Region of China!)

Thanks for the heads up!

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:11:28 -0800

Thanks for the heads up!

" Let's make the foreign

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:58:58 -0800

" Let's make the foreign teacher look bad game."

I feel for you man. Glad to know I'm not alone. There is definately workplace friction from Chinese teachers due to the high gap in wages.

It's crazy to assume these

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:42:10 -0800

It's crazy to assume these guys will just get deported. That's a whole lotta weed. This is a serious crime and they'll go away in a Taiwan prison for a while.

Oops, forgot the

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:44:34 -0800

Oops, forgot the link...

http://www.space.com/spacewatch/091101-leonid-meteor-shower-2009.html

I have a very...or should I

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:00:44 -0800

I have a very...or should I say...super active two years old boy who is bored to tears and dying to have a playmate. If you don't think my son is too old for your 9 months old baby, we can arrange a time for them to meet.

My personal fave is still

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:33:07 -0800

My personal fave is still Beavis.

Haha, give us a few months!

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:31:01 -0800

Haha, give us a few months! She's nine months behind yours, but maybe someday! = )

My criminal check didn't

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:27:21 -0800

My criminal check didn't have to be in person. I called the police station directly, explained the situation, they sent me a release form which I faxed back. This allowed my mom to pick up the papers for me. She had them notarized and sent them by mail. That was in the state of Iowa. The FBI thing takes FOREVER, so if possible this is a good way around that.

Howdy. When you mentioned

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:42:45 -0800

Howdy. When you mentioned that you had to get a criminal record background check this had to be done in the your country of birth, right? I have heard that I need to get a Federal background check. Do I have to do this in person or can my parents apply for this and then mail it over to Taiwan. I am going to the AIT office and will do the affidavit for non marriage soon.
Thanks again.

Aparment for rent

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:54:38 -0800

5th floor 2 bedroom with air condition, 1 bath apartment in Sen-Seng Rd, Tainan, One Large balcony, kitchen and living room, 1 working room, washing machine in

House for rent

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:52:34 -0800

House for rent 3 bedroom with air-condition, 1 bath with electric heater in Chung-I Rd, Tainan, kitchen and living room and with ADSL, washing machine in quiet

Willy's quiz night nov 5th

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:27:53 -0800

Come celebrate guy fawkes at willy's . A quiz night for everybody. Haven't tried yet well come on down for a great night of fun, drinks and food.This week we

An experienced foreigner teacher or Chinese English teacher

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:18:35 -0800

We need an experienced foreigner teacher or Chinese English teacher now. School is in An Ping District, we provide ESL program, and class size is not so big.

Near NCKU Tainan City FTjob:58000/mon+1000/mon perfect attendance bo

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:46:35 -0800

Near NCKU Tainan City FTjob:58000/mon+1000/mon perfect attendance bonus. Jobs in Tainan Taiwan

 Contact	Ted Lien b e a r n o m o r e @ g m a i l . c o m

Full HD (1920x1080) 12MP Digital Camcorder for sale

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:42:12 -0800

Camera is brand new and still has original packaging. Used only a couple times. It doesn't have a wide enough angle for what I want to do, but it is a great

Re: cleaning ladies?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:40:47 -0800

I posted her information before, but my cleaner is excellent and cheap as chips. She charges 250nt per hour, but generally won't work any less than 4 hours in

A Day to See Taitung,East Coast-I Can Help with VW beetle or Toyota

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:42:09 -0800

Hi Everyone, Visiting Taitung,east coast,I can help. I am a driver,interperter,and tour guide. Private Attractions Exclusively for you to see and it takes you

A Day to See Taitung,East Coast-I can help

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:40:23 -0800

Hello People, Visiting Taitung,east coast.I can help .I am a driver ,interpreter, and tour guide with VW beetle or Toyota. Private Attractions Exclusively for

seeking for a teacher... part time job

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:26:59 -0800

A cram school looking for a teacher(Native. S/or standard accent). we 're near by Willy's Bar on Jian-Kan Rd. two classes are staible(needs a staible teacher)

cleaning ladies?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:52:06 -0800

Does anyone know of any cleaning ladies? If so, let me know please? Thanks, Stephen

Teacher wanted !

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:56:37 -0800

Native English Speaking Teacher wanted We are currently looking for a full time native English speaking teacher. The ARC and health insurance are offered. Our

Alpaca clothes

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:39:11 -0800

I'll receive some alpaca clothes for this winter; if anyone is interested just let me know?.

Faces of Tainan --> Armory this Saturday Nov. 7 feat. DJ Marcus Aure

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:41:18 -0800

Like you actually need a reason to go to Armory these days... http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=166063575981 The Faces of Tainan ...a photo essay and

Catsitters Available

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:37:04 -0800

Going away for the weekend? For the week? For Christmas? Don't leave your cat at a veterinary hospital or cat hotel where he or she will be crammed into a tiny

Experienced American TESOL certified teacher looking for work

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:15:35 -0800

I'm an American that graduated with a 3.85 from a major American University.

I'm searching for a full time job in Tainan.

I previously taught in Thailand.

Please email me at NWeller77@gmail.com

Thank you

A MARTIAL ARTS MOVIE MADE IN TAIWAN WITH FOREIGNERS AS A CAST!

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:15:02 -0800

GREETINGS ALL.

I WISH TO PRESENT THIS TOPIC FOR DISCUSSION THAT SO INTERESTED PARTIES OUT THERE WILL GIVE SOME INPUT, ITS BASICALLY A MARTIAL ARTS FILM MADE IN TAIWAN WITH A SOLID SCRIPT RAW FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHY AND IT DOESNT HAVE TO BE HIGHLY ACROBATIC.I AM A MARTIAL ARTS PRACTIONEER FOR MOST OF MY EARLY YOUTH AND I HAVE BEEN INVOLDED IN INDEPENDENT FILM WORK, EDITING VIDEOS WEDDINGS, MUSIC VIDEOS, SPECIAL EFFECTS AS A SIDE HOBBY.

I KNOW THERE EXISTS A COMMUNITY OUT THERE WITH THYE SAME IDEAS AS I HAVE AND IM SEEKING THEM OUT.I HAVE SEVERAL SCRIPTS IN MIND,AND I AM WELL AWARE THERE ARE PEOPLE WITH LIGHTING CAMERAS AND SUCH HOBBIES AROUND THE PLACE MY AIM IS NOT TO GET FAME OR BE THE STAR,MY PURPOSE WITH THIS TOPIC IS TO SEEK OUT THOSE DORMANT MINDS THAT HAVE IDEAS SUCH AS I, AND MARTIAL ARTISTS WITH A ZEAL FOR ACTING AND KNOWING HOW TO MOVE WELL FOR THE CAMERA AND SOMETHING DIFFERENT.MANY HONG KONG MOVIES SHOW THE WHITE GUY AS THE BAD GUY, MANY TAIWANESE MOVIES JUST SHOW TAIWANESE KICK THE CRAP OUT OF A FOE ON WIRES IN THOSE AWFUL TAIWANESE SERIES, YOU KNOW THE ONES....
LET US EXPAND OUR MINDS AND HORIZONS
AND PLEASE KNOW SMART ASS REPLIES JUST HONEST PEOPLE THANKS

HERE IS THE TOPIC
ITS OPEN
LETS TALK!!
TOM

Scooter Purchasing

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:47:00 -0800

Hello,

I'm looking for a scooter...125cc...In good condition.
Going to buy very soon- so, will consider all models and options.

please contact via mail - (would be great to get photo and brief info - age,model,mileage)

dihron@hotmail.com

Free English Writing Help for NCKU Students

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:51:14 -0800

The NCKU Eagle project is currently offering NCKU students free one-on-one writing and editing help from native English-speaking editors every day from 10:10 am - 4:10 pm from now until January 15th. All you need to do is go to the NCKU Eagle office and sign up. Simple as that! Directions to the office are at the bottom of this post.

The students I've helped in the past have brought me all kinds of different things. University applications, essays, diaries, resumes, theses... This offer is open to any NCKU student who wants help with writing - it doesn't matter what kind. Please note that the editors will not edit your work for you. We are here to help you improve your writing through one-on-one instruction and guidance.

So, if you need some help with your writing please stop by. If you know somebody that needs help, then please encourage them to come in. This is a great program, but if it students don't use it, then the University may decide to stop it.

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The NCKU Eagle Office is located in the Language Building, which is the building located between the NCKU lake (pond) and Kai Shan Rd. on the north side of the campus. The office is on the fifth floor in room 26504. If you have any more questions, please feel free to email me, Matt Gibson, at xpatmatt@gmail.com or call me at 0975176771

Free English Writing Help for NCKU Students

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:50:22 -0800

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Full HD 1080p 12 MP Digital Camcorder for sale

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:40:55 -0800

Camera is brand new and still has original packaging. Used only a couple times. It doesn't have a wide enough angle for what I want to do, but it is a great camera and will work fine for regular camcorder needs. The image quality is amazing and it is super easy to use. Plus, the feature set below would normally cost around NT$30,000 if you were to buy it in a store, and I am willing to sell it for a lot less than that. Check out the specs and give me a text or call at 0987773828.

Cheers
Andrew

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12.0 Mega Pixels (4,048 x 3,040 - 12 Million Pixels)
Japan Optical Image Sensor
1080P (1920 x 1080) Full HD - High Definition Video Recording
Infra-red Remote Controller
Dual Video Recording or Video+Camera Shooting Feature (at the same time)
50 X Super Zoom for Video & Camera
5 X Optical Zoom, 10 X Digital Zoom
Film Rate: max. 60 fps (film per second)
Dual Flash Lights for Camera & Video
Anti-hand Shaking Electronic Image Motion Stabilizer
3.0" Wide Screen 16:9 True Colour TFT LCD (Touch Screen)
MOV H.264 HD Video Quality
HDMI Output, AV PAL or NTSC Output & USB 2.0 Output
Fine Digital Still Image JPEG in 12.0 Mega Pixels
Portable Movie Player (PMP)
14-Language Operations Menu
Double-extended Battery Life
Features & Specifications

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More detailed specs below
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Resolution
Fine 12.0 Mega Pixels
4,048 x 3,040 (12.0 Mega Pixels)
2,592 x 1,944 (5.0 mega pixels)
2048 x 1536 (3MP)
Full HD - High Definition Video Recording, Audio Available
Supports Full HD 1080P HDMI Output

Image Sensor: 1/2.5" 5.0M Cmos sensor

Optical Zoom Lens
Wide: F/3.5 ~ F32, f=6.8mm
Tele: F/3.7 ~ F33.8, f=34mm (38-190mm equivalent to 135mm)

Video Resolution
1080P HD - High Definition 1920 x 1080
16:9 Wide Screen

Dual Video Recording/Camera
Dual Video Recording at 1080P/WVGA, 720P/WVGA
Video Recording and Camera Shooting at the same time

EIS
Advanced Electronic Image Stabilization Technology

Focusing Range
Normal: 10cm ~ Infinity (Wide), 1cm ~ Infinity (Tele)
Macro mode: 2cm ~ 80cm (Wide)

Optical Zoom
50 x Super Zoom
5 x Optical Zoom
10 x Digital Zoom

For Video and Camera
Playback Still Image: 8 X Zoom

Dual Flash Light
Auto / On / Off

Strobe Flash Light : for Camera Mode

LED Light on : for Video Mode

Touch Screen LCD
3.0" True Colour 16:9 TFT LCD Display
Swivel Screen (270 degree rotation)

Effect
3 modes ( Colour / B & W / Sepia )

White Balance
Auto
Manual: Sunny / Cloudy / Tungsten / Fluorescent

EV Compensation
Manual: -2.0EV adjust ~ +2.0EV

Shutter
Still: 1/2 - 1/2000
Video: 1/30 - 1/4000

Storage Media
Built-in 128MB Flash Memory
Support SD / SDHC or MMC Memory Card (Card not included)

Shooting Modes
Still Image: JPEG (DPOF & EXIF), Direct Print Function
Support Continuous Shots: max. 30 photos per second
Video Image: MOV H.264 Full HD 1080P (1920 x 1080) / HD 720P (1280 x 720) / WVGA (720x480)

Film Rate
Max. 60 fps (film per second)

Self-timer Mode
Off, 5, 10 seconds options

Power Saving Mode
Off, 1, 5 minutes options

Upload: Yes
Remote Controller: Yes
Built-in Speaker: Yes
PMP (Portable Movie Player): Yes
Tripod Mount Socket: Yes

Playback Function
Single Image / Slide Show

PC Interface
USB Port: USB 2.0 High Speed
TV Connection: HDMI Cable or AV Cable
TV-Output Format:

seeking for a teacher.. part time job..

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:29:30 -0800

A cram school looking for a teacher(Native. S/or standard accent).
we 're near by Willy's Bar on Jian-Kan Rd.

two classes are staible(needs a staible teacher) during the year and mostly reading and conversation level (up away level 1~6 easy gig).

Start now...
Tuesdays 6:00 ~ 7:30pm /7:30 ~ 9:00 (3 hours a week)
possible more hours in future , 600 ~ 650 nt per hour.

more info call Mon~Fri 3:30~9:00 pm 06-2655733 / 2655753 (Ken)

P.S : No egents please..!!!

Heavy Meteor shower Over Eastern Asia

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:39:38 -0800

Start: 11/10/2009 - 03:37

End: 11/19/2009 - 03:37

Strong Leonid Meteor Shower Expected Nov. 17
By Joe Rao
SPACE.com Skywatching Columnist
posted: 01 November 2009
11:33 am ET

Circle Nov. 17 on your calendar, for early that morning a moderate to possibly very strong showing of annual Leonid meteor shower is likely.

The very strong display will favor those living across most of central and eastern Asia. In this region, meteor rates might briefly rise to a few hundred per hour (the time frame for the most intense activity is anticipated sometime around 21:40 GMT).

A far more modest, but still potentially enjoyable display of a few dozen Leonid meteors per hour is expected to favor North America. In the United States and Canada, eastern observers will be particularly well-positioned for maximum activity, expected sometime between 3:30 and 5:30 a.m. EST, when the radiant of the Leonid shower will be well up in the dark southeastern sky.

A meteor shower's radiant is the perspective point from which all the meteors would appear to originate if their paths were traced backward far enough. The higher the radiant is, the more meteors flash into view all over the sky (though meteors can appear anywhere in the sky, so focusing on the radiant is not necessary).

The Leonid radiant is within the so-called "Sickle" of Leo; a backwards question-mark pattern of stars that outlines the head and mane of the constellation Leo, the Lion. Hence the meteors are known as "Leonids."

Not in the East? Don't fret. Observers all across North America may experience a good Leonid show with "shooting stars" streaking across the sky every few minutes.

Also a big plus in 2009 is the lack of any interference from the moon. New moon is on Nov. 16, so skies will be dark for catching the fainter meteor streaks. And the first light of dawn will not break until shortly after 5 a.m. local time.

Europe and Africa appear largely out of luck. This year's first round of expected enhanced activity will happen chiefly during their daylight hours. The second, stronger outburst will occur during early evening, but that's hours before Leo comes above the horizon. Europeans might try watching before sunrise on the morning of Nov. 17, but are not likely to see more than 10 or 15 Leonids per hour.

Cosmic garbage

It may not sound sexy, but simply put, the reason for this year's anticipated good Leonid showing is due to cosmic garbage.

The Leonids are known to be made up of cosmic litter from a small – 2.2 mi (3.6 km) – dusty comet discovered by two astronomers in the late 19th century and christened Tempel-Tuttle. The Leonid meteors are thought to be the dusty legacy of Comet Tempel-Tuttle because the dust is moving around the sun in virtually the same orbit as the comet.

As the Earth encounters the debris left behind by the comet's previous passes through our orbit, these tiny fragments of the comet – typically no bigger than a sand grain or the occasional pea – impact our atmosphere at speeds of up to 45 miles per second (71 kps), causing them to blaze briefly but brightly in the night sky.

The Leonids are not a one-night stand. The dust from Tempel-Tuttle spangles the sky for a few nights every year in mid-November. This year, the peak is expected during the predawn hours of Nov. 17, but early-morning hours on the dates surrounding Nov. 17 could provide a decent show, too.

Tempel-Tuttle last passed near the sun and Earth more than a decade ago (in 1998) and for several years thereafter the Leonids put on some spectacular displays, producing many hundreds – even thousands of meteors per hour. But with the departed comet now cruising through the outer part of the solar system, we typically would not expect to see more than 8 or 10 Leonids during an hour's watch.

Yet if several meteor scientists are correct, this year will be atypical. The researchers have produced various models of the Leonid stream and all of them are indicating that the Earth will intersect a few "rivers of rubble" left behind by Comet Tempel-Tuttle.

Asian forecast

In particular, French astronomer, Jeremie Vaubaillon, Russian astronomer, Mikhail Maslov and Americans Bill Cooke and Danielle Moser of NASA's Meteoroid Environment Office are all in agreement that material that was ejected from the comet's nucleus during the years 1466 and 1533 will likely produce a very strong meteor display over much of Asia.

"The year 2009 will not see a Leonid storm, but an outburst for sure," Vaubaillon said, adding that "there are still some uncertainties."

Last year, the material that was shed by the comet back in 1466 produced about 100 Leonids per hour.
This year, Earth will cross through the 1466 stream again, but this time much closer – 42,000 mi. (68,000 km) – to the center on Nov. 17 at around 21:40 GMT. This time favors central and eastern Asia (and it comes during daylight in North America). In addition, at about this same time, the Earth will also be passing through dust ejected by the comet in 1533. The consensus forecast among the astronomers for this year suggests anywhere from 130 to perhaps 300 Leonids per hour in Asia, but this spread has been calibrated chiefly using last year's Earth interaction solely with the 1466 stream.

"But nothing is known (about) the 1533 stream," Vaubaillon said.

North America forecast

About 12 to 14 hours before the main event, Earth is forecast to sideswipe a stream of dust that was loosed from the nucleus of Comet Tempel-Tuttle in the year 1567, passing to within 188,000 mi. (302,000 km.) of the stream's center. This interaction could provide smodest activity for North Americans.

The best guesstimate is for perhaps 25 to 30 Leonids per hour, which would most likely target a time frame sometime between roughly 3:30 and 5:30 a.m. ET (12:30 to 2:30 a.m. PT).

For North American observers, the emphasis might be on quality, not quantity; for while the numbers might not be exceptionally high as compared to Asia, a few of these meteors, though visible for a just a fraction of a second, might leave bright trails of ionized atoms in their wake that hang in the sky for many seconds – or possibly even minutes – as these tiny dust particles streak through our atmosphere at altitudes of 80 to 100 miles (130 to 160 km).

And seeing even just one such outstandingly bright meteor like that can make a cold early morning vigil worthwhile.

Advance practice

If you want to get started early, you can practice for the big event.

The first Leonid forerunners might be sighted as early as Nov. 10, although overall activity will be rather low and spotty – perhaps only a few per hour at most. Around Nov. 16, in the predawn, Leonid activity will noticeably increase to perhaps four to eight per hour.

Observers on the lookout for early Leonids might also notice a number of rather slow moving meteors appearing to emanate from around the constellation of Taurus, the Bull (high in the southwest sky after midnight). These are the Taurid meteors and are most active between Nov. 5 and 12 when they can produce as many as five or 10 per hour.

Editor's Note: SPACE.com will provide a Leonids 2009 Viewer's Guide on Friday, Nov. 13.

This Friday, Sub Needed

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:43:22 -0800

A cram school in An-Nan district needs someone to sub this Friday, Nov.6th, 4 hours, 4:30-9:00 with half hour break at 6:30. The classes are small, kids are great. It would be a big help if we could find a responsible teacher to sub just for that evening. Please call Janner at 280-3018 to respond. I will not respond to messages/emails.

[Taitung SeaArt Hostel and Tour]2009/12/31 New Year Aboriginal Mountain Party

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:19:10 -0700

Taitung Hostel & Guest House- Taitung Sea Art Hostel and Tour
Location : No 353, Junghua rd section2, taitung city , taitung county, Taiwan(R.O.C.)
Contact person: Roman 0988243108
Emily 0935061578

Are you looking for a great spot to celebrate the coming 2010?
Don’t know where to go for Christmas and Chinese New Year?

Taitung Hostel & Guest House – Taitung Sea Art Hostel and Tour

New Year Aboriginal Mountain Party
On the date of Dec 31th in 2009, we are going to hold a party outdoor with aboriginal meal, campfire. The traditional DAWU Feast will be host by Fai-Yu aboriginal artist from Orchid Island. You are going to know more about not only his art but also the beauty of his tribe. You are also welcome to bring your own musical instrument to join us.

*How much does it cost?
5000 NTD for 10 people meal
More than 10 people, extra one person for only 300 NTD.
That means the more people who join this party, the cheaper the meal will be.
Of course we will have more fun together.

Where to stay?
Taitung Hostel –Taitung Sea Art Hostel and Tour
In the same room one night, we charge 1 person 400 NTW , 2 people 700 NTW, 3 people 900 NTW, 4 people 1200 ,5 people 1500, 6people1800. (Share bathroom)

Offer
Internet, shampoo, body wash, toothpaste, all you can drink tea bags, hair dryer, paid pick up arrangement, paid personal tour design.
Our website :http://tourtaiwan.wikidot.com

Tour in Taitung?
We provide personal tour design to fit your tastes!
Places for swimming, river rafting,whale and dolphin watching,skin diving,submarine hot spring…
Just tell us what you like !

Following are the prices within Taitung

Within 4 people 6~8 hrs a day 3500NTD (Tour fee,and transportaion)
More than 4 people 6~8 hrs a day, extra one person add another 500NTD
Another extra hour for 500 NTD

*Email us what you want and we will send you the details of the trip.
• Meal and accoumadation are not included the 3500 NTD
• Tours to Green Island and Orchid Island's price will be different according to your needs.

Roman dancingcat333@yahoo.ca
Emily dreamboat6166@yahoo.com.tw
Our website :http://tourtaiwan.wikidot.com
Our blog http://tw.myblog.yahoo.com/taitung-seaart

Open Mic. Thursdays at Tin Pan Alley Every Thursday

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:47:56 -0700

Start: 11/05/2009 - 19:30

Our first open mic was superbly cool. Justin rocked out on Tom Petty and did some nice ones by Radiohead as well. Caleb didn't actually get on stage but handled the sound so it was all smooth. Everyone at every skill level is welcome. Pierce who hasn't played in years got his bass on, and we all had tons of fun. If you play even one song you get 80 Nt Taiwan Pints. Bring your own gear or use our house drums, electric or acoustic guitars, and bass guitar. I might even bring a keyboard up and we also have a sax. Get it on! Darin

Play Dates

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:12:16 -0700

I have a 9 month old baby who is extremely active. He is more mobile than most 14 month olds. He gets super excited when there are other babies around but the only time there are, is when we take him to the doctor for his shots. I don't want him playing with those dirty, sickly babies. Ewwww.

I want him to hang out with other kids though. So I was wondering if anyone has kids around the same age and wants to get together to let them play.

I tried letting him play with some kids in this building but their nannies/grandmothers constantly nag us.
"Don't let him stand. He is too young."
"Don't let him walk. He is too small."
"He is too thin. He should drink formula instead of breast milk."
"Don't let him play in the dirt. It is dirty."
"Don't let him play with a bike pump."

yada yada yada

Anywyays, I need to find some chill parents with relatively clean babies!

Experienced native English teacher available

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:58:22 -0700

Experienced, very reliable and professional English teacher here, looking for a full time role, 14 hours per week minimum. Only serious enquiries offering a work permit need reply. I do not work illegally.

I have taught various age groups, and am reliable, dynamic and hardworking. My experience encompasses vocabulary, conversation, grammar, phonetics,TOEIC, GEPT, and business English teaching. I always give 150% and prepare thoroughly for my classes.

Please contact me at starsrest@yahoo.com, if you are looking for a full time, dedicated, native English teacher. I have a UK (English) accent.

I am female, TESOL certified, and genuinely enjoy teaching.

Thank you for your time.

Worst English Names

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:28:01 -0700

This was originally posted on the tainanlive.com site years ago. It was always good for a laugh.
What are the weirdest English names you have come across in Taiwan?
My list...
Oyster
Dinosaur
Mico (pronounced Michael.)
Pedigree
Phylis (a man was named this)
Monkey
Turtle
Fish
Mr. Chen (I had a 7 year old that refused to answer unless you called him Mr. Chen.)
Ugly
Kool
King
Ice

Halloween at The Red Wolf

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:54:22 -0700

Start: 10/31/2009 - 21:00

End: 11/01/2009 - 05:00

10/31 Halloween is almost here so come join one of the hottest parties in town at The Red Wolf Tavern.

Studio 193 and The Allstars
$150 includes a beer

Best costume will receive a bottle of Jägermeister
2nd Prize will be a bottle of Tequila (Durango)

Foreign Teacher and Chinese English Assistant Needed

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:45:47 -0700

Tom's English in East Dist, Tainan City, near Chong Ming Elementary School.
We need a part-time foreign teacher whose working hours are Mon. Thu. 4:30-5:50 and Tue. Fri. 4:30-6:30 and Saturday 3:30-5:30. Hour pay is 600NT/h. If ARC and working permit needed, we can help apply for it.
The English assistant has to graduate from realated department or got excellent English ability. It would be better if you've got any certificat. Hour pay is 100NT/h. As for working hours, advanced interview will be needed.
Please call Candy at (06)2907588 if you are interested.

a foreign teacher required

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:45:52 -0700

$650/hour, teaching in NanKer & YongKang branches of Jeda language institute. We would like to have a good working relationship & environment with foreign teachers. From next Monday, there'll be soon at least 6 hours a day.
Contact Ashley:0953223731, thank you.

Audio Horror Story-I'm Hungry by Arch Oboler (transcription and d/l link)

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:12:39 -0700

Here's a story I transcribed for a class of mine. It was originally recorded in 1962. Fun story with great narration just in time for Halloween.

You can find a link to download the story at:
http://odeo.com/episodes/2253008-Arch-Oboler-I-m-Hungry

I'm Hungry by Arch Obeler

How nice of you to come visit me. We are so isolated here, you know. Sit down, sit down, please. Do forgive me for being impolite. I'm just about to have my evening meal and I ‘m very hungry. Oh, you look surprised? You do not see anything on the table? Wait until I get the box. Here it is. It is in this box. My meal is waiting. It is…how do you Americans say it…a package dinner. Now, if you will forgive me, I will begin. There we are. But why do you gasp? It is just the head of a young girl. A pretty young girl. This saw? Again you are surprised. It is my very special saw. I have to work for my meals. Cutting through the bone is not easy. Forgive me, I must begin. Oh, I know what you are thinking, I’m psychotic. I’m not psychotic. I’m just hungry. I like to eat brains.

精神病患者-p________
隔離，孤立-i________
鋸-s______
沒禮貌的，失禮的，粗魯的-i_____
腦-b_______
一餐-m________
骨(頭)b_____
餐盒-p________ d________

Lemme know if you used it and how it turned out. :-)

Taiwan Peace Festival 2009 Hualian

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:57:43 -0700

Start: 11/06/2009 - 18:00

Back to Innocence, Peacefest Comes to Hualien!

回歸自然 : 2009和平音樂祭在花蓮

This
year’s theme, “Back to Innocence”, represents a move back to simple
roots, and marks the first time Peacefest will be held in a location
other than Kunlun Gardens.

今年的主題是「回歸自然」代表回到根本，而和平音樂祭將第一次在崑崙藥用植物園以外的地方舉行

Last
year’s Hoping for Hoping Peacefest was certainly unforgettable for many
reasons, not the least of which was the mud. And we’re not just talking
a little mud; that was mud of biblical proportions! Fortunately, it
didn’t keep people away or dampen anybody’s spirits! The inclement
weather made it a bit of a nail-biter for organizers though, and this
year the festival has been moved to November to get well clear of
typhoon season. Amplified music will end this year at a very reasonable
12 midnight, and natural sleep cycles will be allowed to proceed
accordingly. Those who want to stay up and party the night away will
simply have to make their own fun, just like back in the good ‘ol days.

去年期待以希望為主題的和平音樂祭的確因許多原因令人難忘，尤其是一堆泥巴，不只是一點泥巴，而是相當有份量的泥巴，幸好那並沒有讓大家
怯步或澆熄大家的精神，然而險惡的天氣讓規劃者有些緊張，因此今年活動將於11月舉行以避開颱風季，宏亮的音樂將於午夜2點結束讓大自然的休憩循環得以進
行，而想通宵達旦的就像以前一樣可自尋娛樂

This year’s theme, “Back to Innocence”,
represents a move back to simple roots, and marks the first time
Peacefest will be held in a location other than Kunlun Gardens. A
stripped down, simplified existence seems to do wonders for wearied
bodies and spirits, and organizers look to provide this kind of
revitalizing experience to fest-goers, while simultaneously breathing
fresh wind into the sails of the festival herself as she glides into
her 6th year. Enter Sanjhan.

今年的主題是「回歸自然」代表回到根本，而和平音樂祭將第一次在崑崙藥用
植物園以外的地方舉行，詳細的說就是以簡化的環境，讓疲憊的身軀及心靈有驚奇的感受，籌劃人員期望提供參加音樂祭的朋友們一個恢復元氣的經驗，同時將新鮮
的氣息吹入音樂祭的旅程，並邁向其第六年，深入三棧。

Nestled between Hualien City and
Taroko Gorge, and home to the Taroko tribe, the village of Sanjhan
sparkles like a jewel on Taiwan’s East Coast. It’s almost as if time
has forgotten this magical valley where crystal-clear turquoise rivers
meander through mist-shrouded mountains of verdant green and on to the
sea. One can almost imagine long-necked brontosauruses lazily munching
reeds in the riverbed while pterodactyls swoop and wheel above them.
The glory of the Central Mountain Range will provide a jaw-dropping
backdrop for three days of peace, love, music, and local indigenous
culture. The hope is that peace, tolerance, and compassion can flow
from the confluence of the two rivers at Sanjhan and out to the rest of
the world.

介於花蓮市和太魯閣之間；太魯閣部落的家鄉「三棧村」，猶如一顆閃亮的寶石座落於台灣東岸沿海，幾乎就像時光將
此有著晶瑩剔透、藍綠色的河流緩慢蜿蜒的流過薄霧籠罩、延伸至大海的翠綠山丘、如此魔幻般的山谷給遺忘。一個可以想像長頸龍慵懶的吃著河床的蘆葦，而翼手
龍由上空飛撲而過，閃耀的中央山脈將提供充滿和平、愛、音樂和本土文化的這三天一個令人乍舌的背景。期望和平、包容及憐憫可於兩條河流在三棧的交會點流向
世界。

Who runs Peacefest, anyway? The short answer would be that
no one “runs” Peacefest. There’s no CEO, no Board of Directors, no
hierarchy. Peacefest has created itself as a grassroots, single-tier,
egalitarian collective representing a diverse and amorphous group of
pacifist volunteers from countries around the globe. Peacefest in this
way represents a set of ideals, and is more social experiment than
formal organization. Decisions are reached through group discussion and
consensus-building. In cases where consensus cannot be reached,
decisions are put to a vote, however reluctantly. Is this an efficient
way to get things done? Certainly not always, but this process is
arguably just as important as the decisions that are reached. The
latter can always be revisited. New experiments can be tried, lessons
can be learned, and mistakes can be corrected from year to year. But
the relationships built along the way are forever, and lo and behold,
there is a viable alternative to top-down, pyramid-shaped
organizations! Peacefest is a big loving family, with everyone bringing
his or her visions, ideas, and eccentricities to the circle. What binds
the family together is a strong opposition to war and other forms of
violence, and a belief that there is always reason to hope the world
can be a better place. The family is always growing, as new people get
involved and inject their fresh enthusiasm, energy, and ideas. There’s
room for you, too.

到底是誰在經營？簡短的答案是沒有人「經營」和平音樂祭，沒有總裁、沒有董事會、沒有職階，和
平音樂祭塑造了一個大眾的、單一階層的、平等主義的團體，代表全球各國和平主義的自願者組成一個多樣、無定形的團體。如此，和平音樂祭代表一個理想的組
合，而且比較偏向社會經驗而不是正式組織，最終決定都是經由團體討論而定案，若有任何歧見無法達成共識將由投票決定，雖那不是大家所願。這樣有效率嗎？當
然不總是有效率，但過程與結論一樣重要，結論可再檢討、新的經驗可被嘗試、教訓可被學習、錯誤每年可被修正，但一路上建立的友誼是永遠的。當然也有一個可
行的組織型態其形狀如金字塔供選擇。和平音樂祭是一個充滿愛的大家庭，所有人提供這個小圈圈他們自己的看法、點子和個人另類的主意。將大家緊繫在一起的是
反對戰爭和其他暴力行為的想法，一個總有理由希望世界可以成為更好的地方的信念。這個大家庭一直在成長，新血的參與，注入了熱情、活力、及想法，同樣的這
兒也有你的空間。

As always, the Hoping for Hoping festival is a fund
raiser, with all proceeds (after covering event costs) going directly
to charity. The list of 2009 Peacefest beneficiary charities will be
posted at www.hopingforhoping.com

All bands, DJs, other
performers, and speakers generously donate their time and talents to
this event, and receive no monetary compensation.

This festival is organized and staffed entirely be volunteers. Want to be one? Email to volunteers@hopingforhoping.com

數捐給慈善機構。2009年和平音樂祭之受惠慈善機構將列於 www.hopingforhoping.com

所有樂團、DJ、活動表演及演說者大方的貢獻他們的時間及才華，且不收取任何資金回饋，這個音樂祭全部由一群自願者組織、規劃而成，你也想參與嗎？請寄電子郵件至: volunteers@hopingforhoping.com

CAMPING:
Quiet camping with washrooms and running water is available on adjacent
land at a nominal cost. Bring your own tent and gear. It’s about a 25
minute walk from the stage area. There will also be a shuttle between
the camping and stage areas. See website for details.

露營：安靜的營地，只需付一點點費用即可使用附近洗手間和自來水，自備帳篷及野營器具，離舞台區約25分鐘的步行時間，舞台區和營地間也有接駁車，詳情請見網頁

OTHER
ACCOMMODATIONS: There is a nearby Buddhist retreat with rooms as well
as numerous home-stays in the area. For a list and more info, please
see www.hopingforhoping.com. Please especially note and respect the
rules for those wishing to stay in the Buddhist retreat and note any
advance booking/confirmation requirements that may apply to individual
home-stays.

其他休息區：附近佛教修行區備有房間，另有住宿家庭，其他詳細資訊請參閱 www.hopingforhoping.com。想住在佛教修行區者，請特別注意並尊重其要求規則，而個別住宿家庭可能需要先行預約確認。

FOOD:
A few small restaurants and family-run convenience stores operate in
the village, five minutes walk from the stage. Vendors will be selling
food inside and outside the festival.

食：村內有一些小餐廳和自營式的便利商店，自舞台區步行約5分鐘，活動區內、外皆有攤販販賣食物。

DIRECTIONS:

TRA Train to Hualien Station. Taxi from Hualien Station to Sanjhan (taxi will be around 300-400NT)
TRA Train to Shincheng Station. Taxi from Shincheng Station to Sanjhan. (taxi will be around 150-200NT)
TRA Train schedules available at http://163.29.3.96/twrail_en/index.aspx

By car: Exit Highway 9 at either the 188.5km marker or just past the 190km marker and follow signs to Sanjhan.

交通指南：

搭乘火車至花蓮車站，從車站搭計乘車至三棧（計程車車資約400-450元）
搭乘火車至新城車站，從車站搭計乘車至三棧（計程車車資約300-350元）

可至由此查詢火車時刻表：http://163.29.3.96/twrail_en/index.aspx

開車：走9號公路，可從188.5公里處出或剛過190公里標示處下，並沿路標指示至三棧

Kimbo 胡德夫 (Hayan-Blues)

MISTER GREEN & HIGHWAY 9 九號公路 (ROCK 搖滾)

THC (HIP HOP 嘻哈)

TYLER DAKIN & The Long Naked Bottles (ROOTS 民謠)

KOBAYASHI & FURAI (小林隆二郎＆風来） (FOLK 民謠)

HIGH TIDE (REGGAE 雷鬼)

THE ADMISSIONARIES (ROCK 搖滾)

DAKANOW 達卡鬧 (FOLK ROCK 民謠)

Didgiboom jam (REGGAE 雷鬼)

godswounds (ROCK 搖滾)

NEW HONG KONG HAIR CITY (ROCK- 搖滾)

Kou Chou Ching 拷秋勤 (HIP HOP 嘻哈)

Blues Vibration (BLUES)

collider (ROCK 搖滾)

SKARAOKE (SKA 沙卡)

banai (INDIGENOUS)

mike mudd (FOLK)

vana (JAZZ FUSION)

dj lazy daze (AMBIENT DUB)

DIVEBOMB (PUNK 龐客)

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