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Headings: Jobs Wanted; Real Estate; Accommodation; Useful Links Services Offered; Wanted; Languages & Culture

JOB OFFERS:

REAL ESTATE:

Umbria and Northern Lazio - apartments, villas, farmhouses and land with planning permission, for sale and rent: www.brennanproperty.it Call Patricia Tel. 3471158641

Umbria - House For Sale, 2/3 bedroom, 3 bath house in the centro of a charming Umbrian hilltown, complete with garden and garage. Completely renovated and updated. For details and pictures please visit: www.expatsinitaly.com/blog/barb and click on the "House for Sale" banner on the right.

Umbria - completely renovated property for sale in the Monti Sibillini National Park: www.terracottatrails.com/Property.php

ACCOMMODATION:

Axa-Palocco Villa

	Axa-Palocco - Prestigious Villa for rent (minimum 1 year) in international neighborhood. 4+ bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large terraces, large 1000m2 garden, parking spaces. Air conditioning, security system. All services/amenities within walking distance. 5 minutes drive to the beach, comfortably close to Fiumicino International
Airport but with no noise. From owners. €3000/month including garden maintenance. Tel. (Italy) 065053543, 333-8989378, 392-8438478. Tel. (USA) +17739888467 +17739888470 Email axaroma@aol.com (See Villa Nadia at www.relocationinrome.com)

Anzio – newly refurbished seaside villa available for long-term rent. 50 km south of Rome, easy train commute. 700m2 garden plus garage, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, study, walk-in cupboards, independent central heating. References required. Contact Anita Schiazzano (evenings) Tel. 3475647922

Aeolian Islands - holiday villa in Salina for rent, fully furnished, with sea view, garden, 4 double bedrooms, dining room, lounge, kitchen, several terraces, available all summer. www.casaletrepietre.com Tel. +39-337265588

Monteverde Vecchio - Penthouse apartment for rent on Viale 4 Venti. Situated in an old, five storey building with doorman, the apartment is composed of a living room, a kitchen, one large bathroom, two bedrooms, a study room and two panoramic terraces 1,600 Euros monthly plus expenses. If interested call 3391546950

Monteverde Vecchio - Studio apartment for rent in front of Villa Pamphili Park, fully furnished, composed of a room with kitchenette, bathroom and garden. 650 Euros monthly plus expenses. If interested call 3391546950

Bed & Breakfast - Chicca 2 B&B opens its doors for an unforgettable holiday in Rome. A prime location within walking distance of the main historic monuments, the accommodation is also pleasantly refurbished and offers a quiet, charming atmosphere. Just 15 minutes to Saint Peter’s Basilica by metro. Via Rattazzi, 33 (M Vittorio ‘A’ line). www.chicca2bandb.it Tel. 3475298055 info@chicca2bandb.it

Country villa - In the Roman hills - 40 km SE of Rome - two charming country villas for rent, either singly or together. Large shared pool, children's playground, lush extensive park with vineyards, olive groves and vegetable garden. Seaside, golf course, parks, tennis clubs, beautiful villages located nearby. Email Anna at info@villadellartemisio.it or call +393398197100 www.villadellartemisio.it

PARTNER LINKS:

RomeWalks Tours - THE premier independent and established English language tour company offering the best of group (maximum 12!) and private tours in the Eternal City, with professional, exciting guides. Please see www.romewalks.com, email info@romwalks.com or call +39 347 7955175 for details!

Moving to Italy/just arrived? Like some help or advice on settling in? We can help you to integrate faster in daily life, society and work. Contact Helen at www.insight-italy.com

Expats in Italy - ex-pats, assistance for those moving to italy, a forum with loads of information for those thinking of moving to Italy or those who are already here. www.expatsinitaly.com

Expat Focus - global relocation advice for expatriates covering visas, residency, overseas employment, buying property abroad, international schools, offshore finance and more. www.expatfocus.com

SERVICES OFFERED:

Music - English professional concert pianist gives piano lessons to all ages and abilities. Call Esther 3312068718 www.keshpianoduo.com

Restoration and Upholstery - Workshop restores and polishes your old furniture also reupholsters your sofas, armchairs etc. English spoken. Maurizio Cipriani: Tel. 0633262719, 3408731302 info@studiocipriani.eu

Ayurvedic Consultant - I am qualified and experienced in Ayurvedic medicine and offer my skills to help people with any kind of health problems or in need of a real Ayurvedic Massage. Contact Dr.Paolo on 340-5536124 or paoloping@yahoo.it

Sculpture Course (life modelling) in Palazzo Venezia, with Claire Nelson, Professional Sculptor (trilingual: English, Italian, French). Learn to sculpt from life (male/female model), beginners welcome. Next cycle starts March 4 Tel. +39-3290119574, sculpture@clairenelson.com

Lay Centre - stimulating Thu morning programs on the Bible, Christian history and art. Meet with others in our peaceful haven in central Rome. Tel. 067726761 info@layentre.org www.laycentre.org

San Giovanni in Laterano, visit the Pope’s Cathedral. Guided & audio tours available. Tel./Fax 0669886392, Cell. 3200960993 materetcaput@yahoo.it

Belly dancing - a unique cultural tradition and fitness opportunity held Friday’s; Screen painting - make prints on paper or fabric (posters, t-shirts etc). 10 hour course: 2.5 hours weekly or intensive (2 Sat). First lesson free. Fondazione Il Faro, Via Virginia Agnelli 21 (Monteverde) Tel. 066573025, 3480353293

Drama classes - co-taught by New York actress and teacher, Terianne Falcone, and Silvio D'Amico Dramatic Academy professor, Lisa Colosimo. Improve your English, develop your improvisation skills and have a ridiculous amount of fun. Tel. 3494428716 actinginenglish@yahoo.it

Shenker Musical Theatre Club - weekly classes in English for kids aged 4-16 in the skills of drama, singing and dance. Working towards performance of full-scale Musical in summer 2007. Tel. 800-980114 victoria.mabbs@shenker.com

Shopping - your personal shopper in Rome, ready to help you discover hidden shops with unique items, small boutiques known only to locals as well as markets, outlets and factory shops. Redefine your wardrobe with the latest in Italian fashion: Valentino, Fendi, Prada, Armani, Gucci and countless others. Call Daria on: 347257797

Counselling in English - Irishman Dr Nicolaas F. Fouche is a registered
professional counsellor in Italy (CNCP Reg. 2372), trained in family crisis
resolution, responsible relationships, processing despair and grief. Discuss a (strictly confidential) counselling programme tailored to your current necessities: Tel. 3406284225 www.englishcounselling.it


WANTED:

Live-in au pair for two children aged 5 and 7. Montesacro area, €600/month. Free time between 9am and 4pm (wihle children are at school), 4 evenings off pèer week. Must speak English and (basic) Italian. Driving licence required. Must be able to swim and be willing to accompany us on occasional holiday. Contact Barbara on: Tel. 3351279174 or bibimalhame@hotmail.com

Jobs wanted - Italian seeks job or work as baby-sitter, cleaner, housekeeper, etc. Speaks English and French. Tel. 3471215764 Email: giulia-ml@libero.it

Books wanted - foreign inmate in Prato Prison seeks textbooks (uni/pre-uni level): maths, English, physics, chemistry, biology, history, philosophy, astronomy, geology, human evolution, literature, environment, geography, mini-encyclopaedia welcome. Send to: Thomas K, Cella 30/2AS, Casa Circondariale, 59100 Prato

Teachers wanted - Mother tongue English, Spanish, Portuguese, German and French teachers wanted for corporate language classes. Please send CV to: joanne.fera@guest.telecomitalia.com

LANGUAGES & CULTURE:

Writing in Rome - a creative writing workshop, whether fiction, memoir, or poetry, this workshop is for you. With weekly 'exercises', practice transforming images and anecdotes into effective, imaginative poetry or prose. Taught by award-winning, widely published poet and experienced teacher. 6 sessions of 2½ hours (Oct-Nov). St. Stephen’s Cultural Center Foundation ssccf@ststephens-rome.com

Italian lessons - experienced Italian teacher in private language schools, lessons, grammar and conversation, individual and small groups. Elisabetta Rincetti Tel. 067826904 Cell 3312346591

Learn Italian - Ciao Italia offers 5 levels of intensive and long-term Italian language courses for foreigners. Morning and evening courses, small groups or individual lessons. 10% discount on standard courses (20 hrs/wk). Art, cookery courses, business, guided tours. Via delle Frasche, 5 (Via Nazionale – close to Metro A and B lines). Tel./Fax. 064814084. info@ciao-italia.it

Italian for foreigners - Native Italian Teacher with experience and specialized in Italian as a Second Language at Perugia University for Foreigners, available for private lessons. Barabara Costantini Tel. 348-7405707

Italian for Foreigners - Qualified and experienced Italian teacher available for private classes at a reasonable price at your place. I am creative, enthusiastic and dynamic! Contact teachingitalian@yahoo.com

Mothertongue English teacher - qualified and experienced available for private lessons with adults. Call Anne Pickstock (pm) 3343834309, 065940269

Drama - co-taught by New York actress and teacher, Terianne Falcone, and Silvio D'Amico Dramatic Academy professor, Lisa Colosimo. Great way to improve your English, develop your improvisation skills and just have a ridiculous amount of fun. Tel. 3494428716 or actinginenglish@yahoo.it

Shenker Musical Theatre Club - starting now, weekly classes in English for kids aged 4-16 in the skills of drama, singing and dance. Working towards performance of full-scale Musical in summer 2007. Tel. 800-980114 or email victoria.mabbs@shenker.com

Italian teacher - Experienced, fluent in English, providing Italian lessons to foreigners in Rome and Castelli Romani area. Individuals / groups; home/office. Call Paola on Tel. 360466303

English teacher - Qualified and experienced English teacher offers private lessons to individuals or groups of all ages and levels - call Dave at 3291892743 or email dboles12@gmail.com

Translator - Professional freelance translator offers her services at competitive rates. Languages provided: from English to Italian, from English to French, from French to Italian, and vice versa. Feel free to contact Emanuela at 3473824184

English Mother Tongue Teacher - gives private lessons both to adults or children. Call Sean Tel. 3408589249