If you want to get the most out of living in Taiwan, The Center is here for you.

We are a Taipei-based non-profit organization founded in 1987
to provide vital services to the international community.

All members of the international community are welcome at The Center,
regardless of race, nationality or religion.

Our regular office hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

February Tastes of Taipei: Tajin

Submitted by the Center on Mon, 30/01/2012 - 12:58
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Mark your calendars for February's Tastes of Taipei on February 9th!

This month we are headed to Morocco–or, more accurately, to Tajin, Taipei’s own little slice of North Africa, tucked away in an alley of the Daan neighborhood. Stylishly adorned with Moroccan tajines, the restaurant specializes in–you guessed it–tajin, the famed North African slow-cooked stew that is named for the earthenware pot in which it is simmered.

Happy Chinese New Year from the Center!

Submitted by the Center on Sat, 21/01/2012 - 08:11
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Very best wishes for a happy Year of the Dragon!

Member of the Center's Running Team Mike DeNoma Will Compete in Brazilian Ultra Marathon to Raise Funds for Taiwanese Charity

Submitted by the Center on Tue, 17/01/2012 - 11:28
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On January 20, ultra marathoner Mike DeNoma, a member of the Center's Running Team and a recent competitor in the Fubon Marathon, is taking to the trails of Brazil’s Mantiqueira Mountains where he will compete in a grueling two-day, 135-mile race.

Community Event: Free Recital with Richard Saunders and Japan Relief Trip Fundraiser

Submitted by the Center on Sat, 07/01/2012 - 13:57
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Pianist and author Richard Saunders and his students will be giving a free recital this Sunday, January 8 at 3pm. The recital will take place at No. 15, Lane 21, Section 2 Zhongcheng Road (near the Takashimaya department store) in Tienmu.

 

Refreshments will be sold by members of the Japan Relief Trip group who will be traveling to Ishinomaki for 11 days to do volunteer work.

 

Special Topic Coffee Morning: Celebrating the Coming of the Year of the Dragon

Submitted by the Center on Thu, 05/01/2012 - 07:25
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 Gong Xi, Gong Xi! Join us at The Center for our special topic coffee morning on Thursday, January 12th from 10:30am-12:00noon. This month, we will be celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year with Iris Hung as our guest speaker. We will learn about all the holiday traditions (Why does everyone wear red?) and sample some of the traditional snacks eaten at this auspicious time of year. All who attend will receive a red envelope, one of which will contain $1,000 worth of vouchers for SOGO. Come on Thursday, January 12th for your chance to win!

The Center's Running Team Goes the Distance in the Fubon Marathon

Submitted by the Center on Tue, 03/01/2012 - 16:43
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On December 18th, 16 dedicated athletes strapped on their trainers and pounded the pavement in support of the Center as part of the 2011 Fubon Marathon.

And what a success it was.

Center News: The new line-up of Activities for Spring/Summer 2012 is here!

Submitted by the Center on Tue, 13/12/2011 - 15:11
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Community Events: The Salvation Army Christmas Bazaar

Submitted by the Center on Mon, 05/12/2011 - 17:58
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The Salvation Army Christmas Bazaar of second hand goods will be held on Saturday, December 10th from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Bring an item to donate or simply bring some money to spend to support The Salvation Army.

There will be clothing, household items, electrical goods, and much more at ridiculously low prices --- and of course everything you donate or spend will help The Salvation Army's work in Taiwan.

The bazaar will be held at The Salvation Army, No. 1, Lane 208, Si Wei Road, Da-an District, Taipei 106.

Indigenous People's Christmas Clothing Drive

Submitted by the Center on Thu, 24/11/2011 - 13:08
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The Community Services Center is joining in with the Atayal Foundation, the TVFD (Taipei Volunteer Fire Department) and The English Library on a clothing, toy and computer drive for the Indigenous People in Taiwan. The project will be ongoing but we hope to put together a donation for Christmas in Wulai.

Your donation would be greatly appreciated. Donation items of children's clothing, toys and computers can be new or used ones. You can drop your donations off at the Center office before Friday, Dec. 16.

Center Running Team: Inspiration is infectious!

Submitted by the Center on Tue, 22/11/2011 - 14:20
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Last year, Rakesh Sinha ran his first ever marathon and raised NT$265,000 for the Community Services Center. But it didn't stop there. He inadvertently inspired an entire team of people to run alongside him, some of whom had not really run long distance before. Amanda Metti is one of these people. Below is an interview with Amanda who is training to run the half-marathon (21km) at the end of the year for the Fubon Taipei Marathon Event.

So, Amanda - what was it that inspired you to start running?

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