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2014-­‐2015 NEWCOMERS INFORMATION HANDBOOK

International School of Prague Nebušická 700 164 00 Nebušice, Prague

Phone: Reception/Switchboard: 220 384 111 Fax: 220 384 555 E-­‐mail: ispmail@isp.cz www.isp.cz

Whether your kids are just starting kindergarten or entering the final year of upper school, there are many good reasons for you, the parents, to get involved at your child’s school. It's a great way to show your kids that you take an interest in their education, and it sends a positive message that you consider school a worthwhile cause.

We need you!

There are a number of events that take place at ISP on a daily basis. And the only way that we’re able to run this number of events is through Volunteers.

Volunteers – a Wonderful Gift to the Community!

These people have realized that everything they do adds greatly to the education and experience of ISP students and families.

They help with sporting events, drama productions, the Cabaret and Food Fair, or even ISP clothing sales. They serve as Room Parents in the Elementary School, and Representatives in the Middle and Upper Schools.

In fact, they wrote the book you’re now holding.

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There is a Volunteer position for everyone, whether it’s just acting as a Chaperone on a field trip, housing a visiting Student, or making a larger commitment as a member of the Board of the School Committee Association.

Please consider volunteering at some level; whether your work is directly with you child’s class for a couple of hours, or with the larger school community throughout the year, your help makes ISP a better place for all our children.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. 7 WELCOME CONTACTS 2014 / 2015 ..................................................... 8 YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF ISP ................................................... 11 ISP EVENTS ....................................................................................... 12 ISP GLOSSARY .................................................................................. 13 ISP INFORMATION / RESOURCES ...................................................... 15 HEALTH INFORMATION .................................................................... 19 STEPS TO FOLLOW IN AN EMERGENCY ........................................... 19 INFORMATION FROM THE ISP HEALTH OFFICE .............................. 22 CZECH POSTAL SYSTEM .................................................................... 29 TRANSPORTATION ........................................................................... 31 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ............................................................. 31 OPENCARD ..................................................................................... 34 DRIVING IN PRAGUE ....................................................................... 38 TAXI ................................................................................................ 42 METRO MAP ................................................................................... 43 LEARNING CZECH ............................................................................ 45 SHOPPING VOCABULARY ............................................................... 46 WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ............................................................. 61 CLOTHING & SHOE SIZE CONVERSION TABLE ................................. 63 COMMON CZECH PHRASES ............................................................ 64 USEFUL ADDRESSES ......................................................................... 69 AGENCIES FOR DOMESTIC HELP AND OTHERS ............................... 69 ANTIQUES ....................................................................................... 69 ART SUPPLIES ................................................................................. 70 AUTO MECHANICS ......................................................................... 70 BABYSITTING .................................................................................. 71 BAKERY ........................................................................................... 71 BANKING ........................................................................................ 72 BEAUTY AND COSMETIC ................................................................. 72 BOOK SHOPS .................................................................................. 73

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BOWLING ....................................................................................... 74 CATERING ....................................................................................... 74 CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES .................................................................. 75 CLEANING ....................................................................................... 80 COMMUNICATIONS ....................................................................... 80 Television ................................................................................... 81 COMPUTER ASSISTANCE ................................................................ 81 CULTURE ........................................................................................ 82 CYCLE/CYCLE REPAIR ...................................................................... 83 DRY CLEANING ............................................................................... 83 FABRIC STORES ............................................................................... 83 FIREWOOD ..................................................................................... 84 FITNESS / EXERCISE ........................................................................ 84 FLOWERS ........................................................................................ 85 FRAMING ........................................................................................ 86 FURNITURE RESTORATION ............................................................. 87 GALLERIES ...................................................................................... 87 GARDENERS ................................................................................... 87 HAIRDRESSERS ............................................................................... 88 HEATER / BOILER REPAIR / AIRCONDITION / FREEZERS .................. 89 HOME RENTAL / REAL ESTATE ........................................................ 89 HOME IMPROVEMENT / INTERIOR DESIGN .................................... 89 INSURANCE .................................................................................... 90 IRONING ......................................................................................... 90 JEWELLERY REPAIR ......................................................................... 91 LOCKSMITH .................................................................................... 91 MARKETS / GROCERIES / SUPERMARKETS ..................................... 91 MEDICAL CARE ............................................................................... 94 Clinics ......................................................................................... 94 Dentists ...................................................................................... 96 Gynecologists/Obstetrics ........................................................... 97 Hospitals .................................................................................... 98 Opticians .................................................................................... 99 Physiotherapists ......................................................................... 99 MOVING ......................................................................................... 99 MUSIC SHOP ................................................................................. 100 PAINTER ....................................................................................... 100 PET SERVICES ................................................................................ 100 Dog sitters, trainers, and pensions ........................................... 100 Cat and Dog boarding .............................................................. 100 Groomer ................................................................................... 101

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Pet stores ................................................................................. 101 Veterinarians ............................................................................ 101 PHARMACIES ................................................................................ 102 PHOTO SHOP ................................................................................ 103 PIANO RENTAL ............................................................................. 103 PLUMBERS .................................................................................... 103 PRINTING SERVICES ...................................................................... 104 SEAMSTRESSES/TAILORS .............................................................. 104 SHOE REPAIR ................................................................................ 105 SIGHTSEEING / TOUR GUIDES ....................................................... 105 SKI SHOPS ..................................................................................... 105 SPORT ........................................................................................... 106 Cricket ...................................................................................... 106 Curling Promo .......................................................................... 106 Football .................................................................................... 106 Golf ........................................................................................... 106 Horseback Riding ..................................................................... 108 Ice skating ................................................................................ 109 In-­‐line skating / skateboarding ................................................ 109 Swimming ................................................................................. 110 Tennis ....................................................................................... 112 STATIONERY / ART ........................................................................ 113 SCHOOL TRIPS / SPECIAL GROUPS ................................................ 113 TAKE AWAY / DELIVERY ................................................................ 113 TAXI .............................................................................................. 114 TEACHERS ..................................................................................... 115 Music teachers ......................................................................... 115 Language teachers ................................................................... 116 TIRE SERVICE ................................................................................ 117 WATER ......................................................................................... 117 WEIGHT CONTROL ........................................................................ 117 WINE SALES AND SHOPS .............................................................. 118 EMERGENCIES ................................................................................ 119

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INTRODUCTION

This Handbook is a work in progress – it is as dynamic as the country in which we live.

The information that you’ll find in here is intended to be a starting point; while it may seem quite broad, we hope you will find it useful. If you find errors (and you will find them!), or if you have suggestions or comments, please let us know – better yet, join us by Volunteering to make it better next year!

While this Handbook is printed only once per year, the ISP and SCA websites are contantly being updated – any changes that you suggest are generally incorporated into those sites relatively quickly. The SCA website also has information that you won’t find in this Handbook, such as links to sites about Czech culture and customs, English-­‐ language news and information sites, tourism, performance schedules/ticketing, traffic laws – anything and everything that expats need to know.

We hope you enjoy discovering Prague!

Kind regards,

The Newcomers Committee Agnieszka Widmann (scanewcomers@gmail.com) (agwidmann@gmail.com) Aga Rasche (agastefanmv@yahoo.com) Ashleigh Fowler (ashleighfowler@live.com) Monica O´Mara (monica_omara@yahoo.com) Isolde Petinella (pettinella@aol.com) Catrin Värnlund (catrin.varnlund@gmail.com) Katie Wolff (kwolff007@gmail.com)

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WELCOME CONTACTS 2014 / 2015

Parents willing to help & share experiences with new families

Name

Nationality

Languages in addition to English

Children

Email Address

Parween Pazhwak -­‐ Shinwary

Afghan, Canadian

Dari, Pashto

Grade 11

ppazhwak@yahoo.com

Zarka Alekozai

Afghan, Canadian

Pashto, Dari, Urdu, Norwegian

Grade 10, 12

zarka_alekozai@hotmail.com

Amy Seymour

American

-­‐

Grade 5, 7, 9

amyseymour@me.com

Julie Becker

American

-­‐

Grade 2

julesk13nyc@yahoo.com

Kim Strebel

American

-

Grade 4, 8

pkstrebel95@gmail.com

Marie Bossan

American

French

Grade 6, 12

mabossan@gmail.com

Monica O´Mara

American

-­‐

Grade 6, 8

monica_omara@yahoo.com

Carmen Pignotti

Argentina

Spanish

Grade K, 3

Andrea Pobst

Austrian

German

Grade 3, 6, 10

Doris Lesiw

Austrian

German

Grade 2, 7

doris.lesiw@gmx.at

Elisabeth Feldbaumer

Austrian

German

Grade 12

feldbaumer@volny.cz

Ilse Vertenten-­‐ Danhieux

Belgian

Dutch, French

Grade 10, 12

vertenten.family@gmail.com

Joanne Demirel

British

Turkish

Grade 7

joannedemirel@yahoo.co.uk

Pip Sturgeon

British

French

Grade 5, 7, 9

pip.sturgeon@gmail.com

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cpignotti@yahoo.com

andrea.pobst@gmail.com

Gabriela Segre

Bolivian/ French

Spanish, French

Grade 3, 6

gabrielasegre@yahoo.fr

Rossie Hadjiyski

Bulgarian

Bulgarian

Grade 10

rosihadjiyski@yahoo.com

Susan Li

Chinese

Mandarine

Grade 8

susanlicz@gmail.com

Katie Wolff

Czech/USA

Czech

Grade 5

kwolff007@gmail.com

Patricia Betancourt

Columbian

Spanish

Grade 8, 11

write2pbetan@yehoo.com

Lillian Kjaer

Danish

Danish

Grade 3, 7, 9

fam-­‐kjaer@hotmail.com

Lisa Versluis

Danish

Danish

Grade 7, 9

lisa@versluis.dk

Carolien Coret

Dutch

Dutch, German

Grade 2

caroliencoret@mac.com

Jacqueline Straathof

Dutch

Dutch, German

Grade 1, 5, 6

jacquelinestraathof@gmail.com

Yvonne Rep

Dutch

Dutch

Grade 8, 10

yvonrep@gmail.com

Jaana Kuivalainen

Finnish

Finnish, Swedish, German

Grade 10, 12

jaana_kuivalainen@hotmail. com

Ariane Synovitz

French

French, Czech

Grade 10

synovitza@hotmail.com

Yvonne Viry

French

French, Spanish

Grade 5

ayviry@gmail.com

Isolde Pettinella

German, American

German

Grade 8, 10, 12

pettinella@aol.com

Hanna Havelka

German, Czech

German, Czech

Grade 12

havelka.h@gmail.com

Archana Sharma

Indian

Hindi

Grade 8

archana.balesh@gmail.com

Darpan Sachdeva

Indian

Hindi

Grade 10

darpan.sachdev@gmail.com

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Firoozeh Manavi

Iranian

Persian, Swedish

Grade 9

firoozehmanavi@hotmail.com

Anat Sapir

Israeli

Hebrew

Grade 1, 7, 9

sapiray@inter.net.il

Tali Romem

Israeli

Hebrew

Grade K, 4, 7

tromem@hotmail.com

Anna Paola Desiderio

Italian

Italian

Grade 5, 8

apdesiderio11@gmail.com

Gina Moulay-­‐ Aubry

Italian

Italian, French

Grade 4, 9

gpmoulay@gmail.com

Saiko Seri

Japanese

Japanese

Grade 5

sakikopraha@gmail.com

Yumi Ha

Korean

Korean

Grade 3, 5

yumiha.love@gmail.com

Jin-­‐A Kwak

Korean

Korean

Grade 4, 9

Kjina2013@naver.com

Gina Jocsson

Philippines

Grade 6, 12

ginaoj@gmail.com

Aga Rasche

Polish

Grade 2, 6, 7

agastefanmv@yahoo.com

Agnieszka Widmann

Polish

Grade 3, 7

agwidmann@gmail.com

Julia Chistova

Russian

Russian

Grade 8

tju@list.ru

Olga Kilyakova

Russian

Russian

Grade 10

alekoff2008@gmail.com

Ashleigh Fowler

South African

Afrikaans, German

Grade 6, 8

ashleighfowler@live.com

Catrin Värnlund

Swedish

Swedish, Polish,

Grade 8, 12

catrin.varnlund@gmail.com

Charlotta Erenmalm

Swedish

Swedish, German

Grade 9

charlotta@erenmalm.com

Johanna Duc

Swedish

Swedish, French

Grade 3, 5, 7

johanna_duc@hotmail.com

Lena Kornblad

Swedish

Swedish

Grade 11

kornblad@yahoo.com

Filipino, Bahasa Indonesia Polish, German, Czech Polish, German, Portugeese, Russian

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YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF ISP

Each year, every member of the ISP community is asked to support the Annual Fund by making a financial contribution that is meaningful to them.

ISP is a non-­‐profit institution – all income goes towards supporting the education of our students. It is supported not only by tuition, but by these donations from Parents, Alumni, Corporations, Faculty, and many others. When everyone gives to the best of their ability, the additional support (the amount beyond tuition alone) allows ISP to maintain its reputation of unsurpassed education in the Czech Republic -­‐ and beyond.

An ISP education today includes a student body of around 800 students from over 60 countries, over 115 Faculty members, another 90 Staff members, all situated in a custom built campus on 6.6 hectares (16.3 acres). That's a Student to Faculty & Staff ratio of about 4:1.

Maintaining these attributes is not inexpensive, so it is only through the benevolence of our donors that ISP can continue to offer its unique form of education while keeping tuition costs competitive.

We hope that you will respond with understanding, enthusiasm, and generosity (according to your ability) when asked to support ISP. Without your participation, ISP cannot continue to be the same School that attracted you to it in the first place.

If you would like to learn more about the effect of philanthropy on ISP, please speak with any member of the Annual Fund committee, any Trustee, the Director, or the Advancement Office, or visit the school’s website.

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ISP EVENTS

Cabaret

A high-­‐level show put on by teachers, parents, alumni, and others, for the ISP adult community. To perform, keep an eye out for audition info or visit the Development Office. Takes place in early November.

Halloween

Halloween is held as close to October 31st as possible. Witches, goblins and ghosts welcome! Come dressed in your favourite Halloween costume, go trick or treating and play traditional Halloween games!

International Food Fair

A very popular ISP tradition: culinary delights from all over the world, as prepared by ISP parents. A tasty event for the entire family.

Seasonal Arts and Crafts Festival

Held at the school near the beginning of December; the Festival showcases hand-­‐made and other items created in the Czech Republic. The Festival is an opportunity for shoppers to purchase these traditional gifts before the winter holiday, and is considered a high-­‐point of the year.

Night at the Palace

The event of the year, and ISP’s offical fund-­‐raiser for Scholarships. This annual, high-­‐profile event is held at the Lobkowicz Palace at Prague Castle on May 4th, 2013. It starts at 19:00 and continues late into the night. The event, encompassing the entire Palace, includes a Silent Auction, features multiple musical acts, food stations, a Martini Bar, cigar rolling, Black Jack table, and much more. Invitees include the ISP parent community of over 60 nationalities, faculty & staff, Alumni, representatives of companies that support the Scholarship Program, and Czech community leaders. Not to be missed!

Welcome Back Barbeque & Information Fair

A back-­‐to-­‐school event for the whole school. ISP hosts this annual event to bring students, parents and staff together with local businesses providing a range of goods and services available to our community. The event is held from 11:00 till 14:00 on Saturday, September 1, 2012.

The picnic lasts from 12:00 p.m. to 14:00 p.m. Food service will be selling delicious food, salads, beverages and ice cream.

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ISP GLOSSARY Adult Education

An SCA sub-­‐committee that organizes classes for parents (language, cooking, crafts, etc). Found on the notice board near the Dining Hall.

Annual Fund Fundraising for the Annual Fund takes place every year. Donations to the Annual Fund confirm the community’s desire to go beyond the cost of tuition to purchase items and programs that will have an immediate impact on current and future students. It elevates ISP to the level of excellence that tuition alone cannot provide.

Bulletins Middle and Upper School On the ISP website, www.isp.cz. Lists academic schedules, activities, news, birthdays, etc.

CEESA The Central and East European Schools Association (www.ceesa.org). Oversees inter-­‐school athletic and academic competitions for the Middle and Upper Schools.

Friday Folder Elementary students take this folder home on Friday; contains school notices and information from the teacher.

Let’s Go This SCA sub-­‐committee organizes a variety of trips for parents throughout the year, including shopping, practical, and cultural expeditions.

Newcomers

A term for ISP families who are in their first year at the School.

Newcomers Coffees A series of meetings that take place at the start of the year; provides an opportunity to discuss interests, share information, and socialize with other parents.

Newcomers Committee An SCA sub-­‐committee providing practical help with your transition to Prague and ISP.

Parent Contact e-­‐mails Currently ISP’s method of communicating high-­‐level happenings and information to parents. Please make sure that the school has your email address (send to blimova@isp.cz).

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Parent Handbook The handbook provides you with the school procedures, policies, rules and expectations.

SCA The School Community Association. The mission of the SCA is to promote active partnerships among the students, parents, faculty and administration. It is lead by an elected Executive Board, and all parents are automatically members.

SCA Coffee Mornings A chance for the SCA board to provide updates on all SCA activities and events.

The meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month at 8:15 in the theater.

SCA Website Found in the Community section of the School’s website – www.isp.cz.

Scholarship Program The goal of the Scholarship program is to make the ISP educational experience available to a diverse range of students. The Scholarship program at ISP is partially funded through donations to the School from parents, corporations, Alumni, and others. These Scholarships are based not only on financial need, but also merit; ISP Scholarships are available to Czech citizens and other residents of the Czech Republic. Currently, scholarships are only granted to students in the Upper School (Grades 9-­‐12).

School Directory Contains contact details for faculty, staff, students and families. Highly confidential and must not be reproduced or used for any commercial pruposes whatsoever.

Sport Boosters This SCA sub-­‐committee supports the Athletic Department by providing food at home tournaments and coordinating Sports Banquets throughout the year.

STROODLE Student and Faculty Learning Environment. Middle and Upper school students use this to find homework assigned by teachers. Teachers may post grades and comments so kids and parents (if you know your child’s password) can see how they are doing.

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ISP INFORMATION / RESOURCES

ISP WEBSITE: www.isp.cz • Annual School Calendar.

• Academic Program overview provided.

• STROODLE: Student and Faculty Learning Environment.

• Library databases and catalogue.

• Welcome newcomers link: has information of special interest to newcomers.

• Links to useful websites to assist with life in Prague.

SCA WEBSITE: in the Community section of the school’s website (www.isp.cz) • School Community Association – supports the school, faculty and administration of ISP. • Updated list of activities for students and parents.

• SCA Board Member List.

• Find out how to get involved in the SCA. • Supports the Athletic Department Games and Tournaments.

• Adult Education classes list.

• Let’s Go Tours around Prague for the parent community.

IDENTIFICATION BADGES • All Parents or drop off/pick up designees are required to wear a picture badge while on the ISP Campus.

• Parents should see the Receptionist at the Main Entrance to request their badge. Please be prepared to have your picture taken and provide a form of ID for the badge.

• If you fail to bring your badge to school, please see the receptionist at the main entrance for a visitor’s badge. Picture identification will be requested prior to receiving the visitor’s badge.

• Your badge number works as an entry code from 7.50-­‐16.00, if the gates are locked. Use the front pedestrian gate or the back ES gate.

• If you lose your badge, you must pay 250Kč for a replacement.

DINING HALL • Open from 7.30 – 16.00 • Full Service, open to students, faculty and parents.

• Meet your friends for breakfast, coffee and tea, lunch or after school for a snack and drink.

• Monthly menus available from the food counter.

• Take-­‐out meal service is available for busy parents.

• The Dining Hall website is available through the school net. Log in with your child’s cafeteria ID number to view account balance and a complete record of your child’s cafeteria purchases.

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LIBRARY • Open from 7.30 – 17.00 (closes at 16.00 on Fridays) • Elementary School Children are allowed to check out 1-­‐ 4 items at one time, depending on their grade.

• Middle School and Upper School are allowed to check out 5 items at one time.

• Parents are allowed to check out up to 10 items.

• Items may be kept for up to 3 weeks and renewed if necessary.

• Computers are available to parents as long as students don’t need them.

• Complete Library Usage Rules are outlined within the library.

BULLETIN BOARDS • ISP MAIN RECEPTION – this board is for everyone’s use and is great for buying/selling items, or looking for services such as babysitters, cleaners, hairdressers and much more.

• HALLWAY LEADING FROM THE RECEPTION TO THE CAFETERIA – these boards have information from the ISP Board of Trustees, and from the School Community Association (SCA), including information about upcoming school and social events.

SCHOOL FACILITIES

The play areas and tennis courts are available for use outside school hours.

Enter through the main school entrance with your security badge or through the right-­‐back entrance.

A map of the school gates is available at the main reception.

Before accessing the playground outside school hours, please read the Playground Rules on the ISP website – once you log into the School-­‐Net, click on the Resources section, then Documents.

SCHOOL DIRECTORY

The directory is a comprehensive listing of all the staff and students at the school. The annual school directory is usually distributed around the autumn break. Class lists are available from teachers or room parents to use until the directory is distributed.

PLEASE NOTE: THE CONTENT OF THE DIRECTORY IS HIGHLY CONFIDENTIAL – IT MUST NEVER BE COPIED, AND MUST NEVER BE USED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES OF ANY KIND.

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ELEMENTARY AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

There is a full program of After School Activities (ASAs) available for grades 1-­‐5.

Most activities are free, and are run by teachers. Exceptions are offsite activities, e.g., swimming, ice skating, etc. ASAs usually take place within the first hour after ES dismissal on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. There are different activities offered each trimester – your child will take home a list to choose from beforehand. Typical activities in the past have included:

1. Sports/Games – e.g., gym, handball, floorball, tennis, swimming, floor hockey, soccer, tennis, rollerblading, cooperative games, etc.

2. Arts/Music/Drama – e.g., pop-­‐up card making, cross stitch, handcrafting, recorders and bells, guitar, African drumming, dance/movement/drama, etc.

3. Academic/Life Skills – e.g., cooking, nature hikes, gardening, chess/board games, Kid Pix, etc.

Children are allowed to do two or even three activities, subject to availability.

There may be other classes available organized by parents. Look for information on the SCA section of the website (www.isp.cz), the bulletin board in the Cafeteria hallway, or “Parent Contact” emails for details.

In the Elementary School it is also common – and very easy – to organize ‘playdates’ for your children to meet with other children outside school hours.

The School Directory is very useful here!

MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

There are a wide variety of after-­‐school activities organized for Middle School students including intramural and interscholastic sports, band, choir, clubs and academic competitions.

Usually you will be informed about Middle School activities through Parent Contact. The students also receive sign-­‐up forms.

Other activities may be offered by teachers during the school year to meet the different interests of students. These activities are promoted to students through Middle School Bulletins, during advisory blocks, through posters, etc.

UPPER SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

A wide variety of activities is available to Upper School students. Some programs are based on clubs, organizations, or interest groups, and some students extend the day further by participating in sports programs.

Organization meetings occur weekly, some monthly, and a few by semester.

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ELEMENTARY ROOM PARENT SYSTEM

Every class in the Elemtary School requires one – preferably two – volunteer “Room Parents.” These volunteers are the liaison between the teacher and other parents in the class. While it’s a year-­‐long commitment, responsibilities are usually limited to organizing an initial coffee morning for all parents in the class; preparing and maintaining a class list; welcoming newcomers who arrive in the middle of the year; and coordinating parents’ involvement in any special class activities (all in conjunction with the teacher). The greater the involvement of parents in their child’s class, the better the experience for all children in the class.

To volunteer to be a Room Parent, please speak to your child’s teacher as soon as possible (even if school has already started). It is a great way to get involved as a newcomer!

MIDDLE AND UPPER SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVES

Middle and Upper School Representatives act as liaisons between teachers and other parents. Responsibilities involve organizing an initial coffee morning (to give parents a chance to socialize and learn what to expect in middle/high school), followed by other coffees throughout the year to discuss any topics of concern. Other responsibilities include organizing social events for the students and coordinating parents’ involvement.

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HEALTH INFORMATION

STEPS TO FOLLOW IN AN EMERGENCY

These guidelines are intended to help you think clearly in case of an emergency, but the responsibility, of course, is yours...

MOTOL HOSPITAL:

Fakultní Nemocnice Motol V Úvalu 84, 150 06, Praha 5 www.fnmotol.cz Switchboard (Czech speaking) 224 431 111

Foreigners Dept – Adults Emergency Foreigners Dept – Children’s Emergency

224 433 674 224 433 690

Foreigners Dept open Mon-­‐Fri 7.00 – 21.00 Sat-­‐Sun and state holidays 8.00 – 21.00

My Doctor: ………………………..…………………….

Telephone: ……………………..……………………….

1.

If your child’s condition is critical, CALL AN AMBULANCE on 155 (Czech speaking) or 112 (English speaking).

• • •

2.

You must take the following items with you: • • •

3.

They usually get to you within 10-­‐15 minutes Have 2500Kc ready to pay them The hospital will be expecting you and you will go straight in ahead of other less urgent cases

Health insurance card or a copy of the health insurance card Passport / Czech ID card for registration Credit card / cash (cash accepted in CZK, USD, EUR)

If the condition is not critical, you can CALL AN AMBULANCE, ORDER A TAXI or DRIVE YOURSELF (Parking can sometimes be difficult at Motol)

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4.

On the way to the hospital: •

•

•

You could call your own doctor. They may be able to call ahead and warn the hospital you are coming You could call the Foreigner’s Department at Motol. You can request them to meet you at the Emergency Room if you think it is medically necessary. You can also check that your insurance is valid.

Note that hospital treatment is not expensive compared to some other countries. Typical expense is 1000-­‐2000Kc, though of course it could be more.

5.

When you arrive at the hospital: •

•

•

If you are in an ambulance, they will take you straight to the Emergency Room, and tell you what to do If you are driving yourself (or in a taxi) take the lowest entrance down the hill (it has a barrier and a booth for the car park attendant) If you can, go first to the Foreigners Department. They will help you to complete the registration forms and direct you to the Emergency Room. They speak English, German, French, Russian, Spanish, Danish, and Bulgarian.

CIZINECKÉ ODDELENÍ – Foreigners Department

•

•

If you think it is medically necessary, or if it is outside of regular business hours, go straight to the Emergency Room.

The Adult and Children’s Emergency Rooms are separate. The Adults is quite close to the gate, the Children’s is on the other side of the bridge over the road. Follow the signs (in English) or ask for:

DĚTSKÁ POHOTOVOST = Children’s Emergency DOSPELÍ POHOTOVOST = Adult’s Emergency

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6.

You will have to complete the registration forms before you see a doctor. The Emergency Room receptionists typically do not speak English. They will call the Foreigners Department if necessary.

Treatment •

•

Some ISP parents report that hospital staff did not want them to stay with their child during the child’s treatment. If you want to stay with your child, you may need to insist.

When your treatment is finished, you need to pay at the Foreigners Department. If the Foreigners Department isn’t open, you will be asked to come back to Motol the following day. It is possible to pay by cash or credit card. There are several ATM/Bankomats at the hospital.

Other notes:

• • •

Plan and test your route to Motol soon after you arrive in Prague; Speak with your doctor in advance about how they can help you in an emergency; Read more about the Foreigners Department at Motol on the following website:

www.fnmotol.cz/en/samoplatci/about-­‐us/

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INFORMATION FROM THE ISP HEALTH OFFICE

The health office is located around the corner from the reception desk.

School Nurses:

Mgr. Sona Mure, RN Vendula Hercikova, RN, BSN

Office Phone number: 220 384 119

Health Office Hours:

Monday – Friday 8:00 – 17.30

These hours occasionally change depending on the schedule of the sports program, professional development days and other school activities.

The nurses treat minor illness and injuries; assist in teaching several health classes; and act as a resource center on where and how to access local health care.

Location of ISP’s First Aid Kits: 1. Reception (includes an AED – Automated External Defibrillator) 2. Each classroom 3. Small kitchen in the cafeteria 4. Activities office 5. Health office 6. Theatre 7. Large gym

WHAT IF MY CHILD BECOMES SICK WHILE AT SCHOOL?

If your child becomes sick in school and needs to go home one of the nurses will contact you.

• Elementary students must be picked up from school by a parent or caregiver.

• Middle School students must be picked up from school by an adult.

• Upper School students can take public transportation with parental permission obtained for each case of illness.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO COMPLETE THE ISP HEALTH FORMS COMPLETELY, INCLUDING UP-­‐TO-­‐DATE CONTACT NUMBERS AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. (Forms are available on the Health Office section of the ISP website, or can be picked up in the Health Office.)

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If your child is sick, he/she should stay at home; however, please do call the school secretary to let us know about the absence.

WHEN SHOULD I KEEP MY CHILD HOME?

Sometimes it is hard to tell if your child needs to go to school or stay home.

Here are a few tips to help you make the best decision.

Fever: A temperature over 37.6 C / 100 F, is considered a fever. Children must be fever-­‐free for 24 hours (without the use of fever-­‐reducing medication) before returning to school.

Vomiting or Diarrhea: A child who vomits or has diarrhea must be isolated from other children for 24 hours. If your child vomits during the night should definitely stay home the following day. Consult your doctor if symptoms continue for more than 48 hours, or if the condition appears to be worsening.

Colds or Flu: A runny nose by itself is not necessarily cause to keep your child home. However, if the runny nose is accompanied by a headache or nausea, or the child is too tired to concentrate, he/she should stay at home. The flu usually starts suddenly and may include fever, headache, tiredness, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, diarrhea and vomiting.

Strep Throat or Scarlet Fever: Both are highly contagious and need treatment with antibiotics. If your child is diagnosed with a strep infection, he/she must have been taking prescribed antibiotics for 24 hours before returning to school.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Crusting around eyes or very red, sore and itchy eyes can indicate pink eye, which is highly contagious. If your child is diagnosed with an eye infection, he/she must have been taking prescribed antibiotics for 24 hours before returning to school.

Rash: Any rash of unknown cause should be considered contagious. Please have your child examined by a doctor to determine the cause and communicability of the rash before sending him/her to school. A blistery rash, especially if accompanied by fever and a history of exposure, may be chicken pox. Keep your child home until you know for sure. If it is chicken pox, he/she will need to stay home until all areas are scabbed, usually 6-­‐7 days.

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Head Lice: Are a fact of life, and have nothing to do with hygiene. They are easily transferred from person to person, so for this reason, children with lice are not permitted in school until there are no live lice detected, and the nits are gone. Please do not let embarrassment prevent you from informing the school nurse if lice are discovered on your child; there is no reason to be embarrassed, and early detection may allow us to prevent a difficult infestation on other students.

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AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY PROCEDURE

When there is no nurse on duty at school (after working hours, during weekends) you can: • Contact an English speaking ambulance operator by dialling 112 (from a school phone dial 0+112).

• Tell them the address (Nebušická 700) and let them know if the person is unresponsive (it is very important as they will then send a properly equipped ambulance).

• If you do not have Czech insurance, the ambulance may cost Kč 2500, if the situation is not life-­‐threatening.

• It is good to inform security or reception that an ambulance has been called (220 384 111 or 220 384 400) • Signs explaining these “After Hours Emergency Procedures” are posted throughout the school.

USEFUL HEALTH-­‐RELATED INFORMATION

Food allergies: Severe food allergies are becoming more common. Certain food allergies can be life-­‐threatening, especially those to peanuts and shellfish.

For occasions where treats are to be shared in the classroom, please do not send in any items containing nuts or traces of nuts.

OTC medications: Available at Lékárnas (see listings under USEFUL ADDRESSES section).

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SOME COMMON MEDICINES AND EQUIVALENTS:

US Medication

Czech Equivalent

Approx.

Price

Aloe Vera Gel

Barney’s 250ml

205 czk

Antidiarrheal medication

Smecta -­‐ 10 packages

130 czk

Aspirin

Aspirin 20 tbl, acylpyrin 10 tbl

80 czk

Ben Gay

Bioment Gel

80 czk

Benadryl Cream

Fenistil Gel

129 czk

Bug Spray

Autan-­‐ Active

100 czk

Capissan Forte

Paranit Shampoo

280 czk

Cepacol Lozenges

Strepsil 24 tbl

110 czk

Claritin 10 tbl

Claritin 10 tbl

75 czk

Guaifenesin Pediatric

Icey Hot/Cold Gel Pack

Stoptusin Drops/Coldrex Broncho Procto-­‐glyvenol 10 sup.

Preparation H 12 sup.

Brufen 400mg 30 tbl Ibalgin 400mg/200 mg Duotherm sm or lg

60 czk 120 czk 135 czk 89 czk 44/25 czk 100 czk

Imodium

Imodium 8 tbl/20 tbl

20/80 czk

Metamucil

Psyllium 200mg

125 czk

Monistat

Canesten Krem

100 czk

Pediatric Motrin 100mg/5ml

Nurofen Syrup 100mg/5ml

90 czk

Pediatric Tylenol 160mg/5ml Pepto Bismol Gaviscon Liquid Saline Nasal Spray

Panadol Syrup 120mg/5ml Antacidum Rennie 48 tbl Tums/Maalox for age > 7 Sterimar Spray 50ml/100ml

81 czk 80 czk 70 czk 165/265 czk

Sanorin-­‐ Analergin drops

Allergy eye drops

60 czk

Sunscreen

Day-­‐Long 30-­‐40 spf, 225 mg

305 czk

Verrumal

Salycilic acid (wart medicine)

150 czk

Zyrtec 20 tbl

Zyrtec 20 tbl

145 czk

Hemorrhoid Suppositories Ibuprofen 200mg/400mg

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TICK SEASON

What is a Tick?

A tick is a small, blood-­‐sucking mite, which can attach to humans or other animals. They are brown in color and range in size from a sesame seed to an eraser on the end of a pencil.

When?

They are active from Spring to Autumn.

Where?

Ticks can be a common nuisance in parks, forests, bushes, and in shady and humid woodlands. They are present in urban and rural areas.

How to protect yourself: • Application of insect repellents on any exposed skin as well as on socks and camping gear.

• Dress sensibly when camping or hiking. Ticks travel upwards, so cover ankles, legs and arms. Tuck trousers into socks.

• Check yourself regularly for ticks (especially after outdoor activities).

Ticks may appear “bloated” if they are engorged with blood.

• Vaccination against tick-­‐borne encephalitis is available. It is strongly recommended for those spending time in high-­‐risk areas. Your doctor will be able to advise you on any risks associated with immunization and will provide you with further information. The vaccination is a series of three injections that can provide up to three years of protection against the disease.

Tick Removal: • Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible with a pair of blunt tweezers.

• Folk remedies, such as smothering the tick with grease, are NOT recommended.

• Dispose of the tick in the toilet, or place it in a sealed container if you would like to have it analyzed for Lyme Disease.

• The tick testing form and more information is available at www.kliste.cz ( in Czech, English, and German).

Medical Conditions due to Ticks:

Lyme Disease is the most common tick-­‐borne disease – and no vaccination can protect you. Lyme Disease affects the nervous system, joints, and skin. It is treated with antibiotics. Symptoms typically start 2-­‐30 days (though usually 7-­‐ 14 days) after the bite. If you know you have been bitten by a tick, note the

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date and mark the bite area, and be aware of symptoms that may appear within the next 30 days.

Symptoms include: •

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A “bulls-­‐eye” rash at the site of the bite characterized by a clearing of redness in the centre. Some rashes may be very faint with little or no swelling and may be easily missed.

Flu-­‐like illness and swelling of the lymph glands near the bite and/or rash. Symptoms may be severe and include joint pain, muscle pains, headache, neck stiffness, fever or fatigue.

Not all ticks are infected, but if you have concerns or are bitten, it is always best to consult your physician.

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CZECH POSTAL SYSTEM

Czech post offices offers basic postal services, as well as payments for your telephone bill or make a donation to charity.

Most post offices in the Czech republic divide their counters – or windows – according to function. The signes for various services provided at each window are generally listed. If you wind up in the wrong line, don’t expect to get what you want. In larger post offices, such as the main P.O. in Prague (Jindřišská 14, Prague 1), there is an automated ticketing system, with information in English about the various services. Here is a little guide for better orientation.

Need to send a letter or buy postage stamps? Go to the counter where “listovní služby” is listed. Note, when sending a registered letter (“doporučeně”), you should complete in advance the postal slip “podací lístek” with the name and address of the sender (“odeslatel”) and recipient (“adresát”). Keep the slip for possible claim.

Postal and payment slips -­‐ “podací lístek” and “poštovní poukázka/složenka” respectively – are available mostly on a separate display, or next to the counter window at the post office. Look at the information desk where there are also examples of how to fill in the forms.

If you need to send more than 5 letters, look for the counter labelled “hromadné podání”

Need to send a parcel? Look for the sign “balíky” and, again, fill out the postal slip in advance. Boxes for mailing “velké krabice” are available at the desk.

If you receive an announcement for “výzva” in your mailbox, it means you have received a registered letter or package while you were not at home. At the post office, go to the counter labelled “výdej zásilek” and have your passport or ID card available for identification. Be advised, though, that they sometimes ask you to pay a fee to cover customs then and there -­‐ especially if the contents of the package are valuable or new.

People advise always sending packages from overseas to Prague residents by registered mail or they will very likely not arrive.This is especially the case if packages contain anything valuable.

If you want to pay bills go to the counter where “výplata poukázek” is listed.

You can pay all kinds of bills at the post office, and regardless of whether it’s a gas or phone bill, you will pay through a “poštovní poukázka/složenka” Phone, electricity bills etc. will include a postal order, with all the details printed on it, so that all you need to do is to take the bill to the post office with the relevant amount and pay it at the counter. Paying this way means you don’t need to fill

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in anything. Remember however, once it's filled in, the postal person will run the poukázka (postal order) through the printer and give you the receipt -­‐ so don't rip it off yourself.

Need to pick up mail for someone else? Apply for a “vystavení průkazu příjemce”.This card will cost 50 crowns for one person (i.e., allowing a wife to pick up her husband’s mail).

RECOMMENDED POST OFFICES:

Main Post Office -­‐ Praha 1, Jindřišská 14 -­‐ open non-­‐stop except break 12 p.m. -­‐ 02 a.m.

Nebusice Post office -­‐ Nebusicka 120, near Albert Supermarket -­‐ open Moday – Friday from 8.00 to 6.00 p.m.

More information about Czech postal services at http://www.ceskaposta.cz

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TRANSPORTATION

CYCLING IN PRAGUE Czech law requires that all children under the age of 12 wear a helmet while bicycling. The police have been known to issue friendly warnings on this matter, particularly in Horoměřice

TRAVEL OUTSIDE THE CZECH REPUBLIC

If you hold a non-­‐EU passport, and you have a Czech 1st-­‐year visa, consult your national embassy BEFORE you leave the Czech Republic. The 1st-­‐year visas which have been standard issue in the Czech Republic, the “type D”, have NOT been recognized as valid visas in the Schengen zone. Simply put, your visa gives you permission to leave the Czech Republic, but it does not grant you entry into any other country. If you are stopped outside the Czech Republic and do not have a valid visa for the country where you are stopped, you may find yourself in trouble.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

The major city-­‐transport carrier in Prague is Dopravni podnik hl. m. Prahy, a.s.

(The Capital City of Prague Transport Company), whose total annual transportation volume is more than one billion passengers. Prague is served by a system of underground, trams and buses.

Below, we include information that we think is most useful but it is by no means complete. Please see www.dpp.cz (Czech, English, and German) for details on bus/tram/metro routes, timetables, complete fare information, park-­‐and-­‐ride facilities, and more.

Where to ask for information?

Phone 296 191 817 or 296 192 135 (daily 7 a.m. -­‐ 9 p.m)

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Metro A and C lines, in the Muzeum station underpass Open daily 7 a.m. -­‐ 9 p.m.

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Metro B-­‐line, in the Mustek station underpass, under the Jungmannovo nam.

Open Mondays to Fridays 7 a.m. -­‐ 6 p.m.

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Metro B-­‐line, Andel Open Mondays to Fridays 7 a.m. -­‐ 6 p.m.

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Metro C-­‐line, in Nadrazi Holesovice station Open Mondays to Fridays 7 a.m. -­‐ 6 p.m.

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In the arrival vestibule of the airport of Ruzyne, phone 220 115 404

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Open daily 7 a.m. -­‐ 10 p.m.

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Internet address: www.dpp.cz

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Central Office of Prague Transport Company Na Bojisti, 5 -­‐ Open Mondays to Fridays 6:30 am-­‐6:30 pm.

How does the city transport in Prague operate?

Overview of Prague Public Transport Network The Public Transport Network consists of an interlinked system of trams, Metro (i.e. the subway/underground), local buses, and regional buses.

Fares in the system are based on ZONES: the central zone, which includes all trams and the Metro, is Zone P (Praha). Zone P also includes all buses numbered from 100-­‐299. It essentially includes all the “city limits” of Prague – the area marked as “hlavní město” on roadside signs. At the edge of Zone P are two secondary zones called 0 (zero) and B (border). Outside this central area you can imagine a series of rings. Zone 1 would be first, followed by Zones 2-­‐5 in order. A “full” fare (see below) includes ONLY Zones P, 0, and B. Once you leave the city limits, you must validate a ticket for Zone 1.

Zones are one of the most complicated aspects of public transport for expats; we don’t have room to explain the details here. A map of the zones can be found at: http://www.dpp.cz/en/transport-­‐around%20prague/transit-­‐schematics/ Once on that webpage, click on the top left icon labeled “Pražská integrovaná doprava (tarifní pásma)” and you will get a map of the zone system which you can magnify (believe us, you will want to!) and study carefully. Should you live outside the Prague City limits (Horoměřice is outside, while Nebušice and Přední Kopanina are inside) we recommend you consult a neighbor for exact information on what type(s) of tickets you need to purchase.

Metro The Prague Metro network consists of 3 lines designated by letters and differentiated in colour: green colour ( Depo Hostivař -­‐ Dejvická station) yellow colour (Černý most station -­‐ Zličín station) red colour (Ladvi -­‐ Háje station),

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with transfers possible at Muzeum station (lines A and C), Mústek station (lines A and B), Florenc station (lines B and C).

Metro operates daily from 5 a.m. to 24 a.m. (1:00 a.m. on Fri and Sat). The time interval between train departures is approximately 2 -­‐ 3 minutes during the workday rush hours and 4 -­‐ 10 minutes during off-­‐peak hours.

Trams Daytime operation is from 4:30 a.m. to 24:00 a.m. (1:00 a.m. on Fri and Sat).

Nighttime operation is from 00:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. and is provided by tram numbers 51 to 59 in the interval of 30 minutes. The central transfer-­‐station for nighttime lines is Lazarska stop. Tram schedules are located at individual stops.

Buses The daytime and nighttime operation of buses is similar to tram operation.

Nighttime service is provided by bus numbers 502 to 514 and 601 to 603. Bus schedules are located at individual stops. Some buses have stops on the request (zastavka na znameni) in addition to the regular ones. To request the stop press the red buttons located throughout the bus.

The Funicular The Funicular onto Petřín Hill operates along the route Újezd -­‐ Nebožízek -­‐ Petřín. The Funicular operates daily from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (April -­‐ September) and from 9 a.m. to 11:20 p.m. (October -­‐ March) with traffic intervals from 10 to 15 minutes.

The information offices (see above ) can provide you with printed schedules of trams, buses and metro trains for any given stop; they are also available online.

Local bus schedule available at ISP reception.

Lost and found Karolíny Světlé, 5; Prague 1. Phone: 224 235 085

Prague City Transport Fares Travelling by city transport is only possible with a valid ticket or pass. Tickets must be stamped in the validation machine onboard buses and trams, and at the entrance to the Metro. An unstamped ticket is not valid. Tickets can be bought at selected Metro stations or in Dopravní podnik Information Centers, hotels, at news stands, travel bureaus, department stores, etc. Single tickets can also be bought from the vending machines located at Metro stations or near some stops of surface transport. Bus drivers sell single tickets (for a surcharge). You may also purchase a ticket by SMS (see below for details).

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Single Tickets: Transfer ticket 24,-­‐ Kč / The ticket is valid for 30 minutes after marking.

During off-­‐peak hours, i.e. 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on working days and all day Saturdays and Sundays ticket validity is lengthened to 90 minutes.

Transfer ticket 32,-­‐ Kč / The ticket is valid for 90 minutes after marking.

Note: Ticket-­‐based travel is based on time, not trips. In practical terms this means that if you have a quick errand, you may be able to get there and back on the same ticket.

Tickets purchased by SMS: If your phone has a Czech SIM card, and you have not blocked Premium SMS services on your phone (these can be activated free of charge by calling the operator's help line), you may purchase a ticket you need by texting “DPT+ticket price” to 902 06.

Please see below: “DPT24” – ticket valid for 30 minutes – price: 24CZK “DPT32” – ticket valid for 90 minutes – price: 32CZK “DPT110” – ticket valid for 24 hours – price: 110CZK “DPT310” – ticket valid for 72 hours – price: 310CZK Note: SMS tickets are valid only within the Prague City: in practical terms, this means all trams and metros, and certain buses. At bus stops, local buses are listed in blue; regional buses in black. For buses serving ISP, 161 and 254 are local buses. The 312 is a regional bus; SMS tickets are not valid on it.

Single tickets are ideal for those who intend to use public transport in Prague only sporadically. If you, or your children, travel by city transport (metro, buses, trams) regularly or every day, you may need an OPENCARD.

OPENCARD What is an Opencard?

Opencard is a „smart card“, designed for Prague residents and visitors. It is issued by Prague City Hall. The Opencard is similar to the ISP lunch card; it is loaded, and reloaded, with an amount of money.

Who needs an Opencard?

As stated above, all adults and children above 15 years of age, who frequently travel by city transport, need an Opencard. Children aged 6-­‐15 need an Opencard to qualify for free travel. The Opencard needs to be loaded with a “Free-­‐Travel” application (one-­‐time fee of 120 CZK).

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How to apply for an Opencard?

Applying for the card requires completing the Application form and the Data Processing Agreement. Both the forms in the English language are available at the ISP Reception.

To apply: take 2 copies of the Application Form, 2 copies of the Data Processing Agreement, 1 photo as required, plus your and your child’s passport – these are required to prove the applicant’s identity.

Where to go to submit the Opencard application?

The DPP recommends that English speakers submit their Opencard application at the DPP Information Center at the Muzeum stop (Mon-­‐Sun 7.00-­‐21.00) which is staffed with an English-­‐speaking attendant. You may have the Opencard mailed to your home, or you may have it held for you to pick up. In either case, the DPP recommends that English speakers have the card loaded for the first time at the Muzeum DPP Information Center.

Step-­‐by-­‐step card application guide in English: http://opencard.praha.eu/jnp/en/how_to/issue.html Please do sign the Data Processing Agreement, as it is an integral part of the application process and Opencard will not be issued without this being signed.The Data Processing Agreement ensures that there are sufficient security guarantees in place and that the processing complies with obligations equivalent to those of the Act on Processing of Personal Data.

Pay careful attention to the sections requiring signatures – note that you and your child must sign the forms, if you are applying for a card for a minor.

Opencard Price List

Adults (age 19+)

Children (age 0-­‐6)

Children (age 6-­‐15)

Junior (age 15-­‐19)

1 month

550 Kč

free travel

Free Travel Application -­‐ 120 Kč

260 Kč

3 months

1480 Kč

free travel

Free Travel Application -­‐ 120 Kč

720 Kč

1 year

4750 Kč

free travel

Free Travel Application -­‐ 120 Kč

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5 months

2450 Kč

free travel

Free Travel Application -­‐ 120 Kč

1200 Kč

10 months

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free travel

Free Travel Application -­‐ 120 Kč

2400 Kč

Category

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Free-­‐of-­‐Charge Transport of Passengers and Objects

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Children up to 15 years of age. Children aged 6-­‐15 travel for free, however to qualify for free travel, they need an Opencard. It must be loaded with a special “Free-­‐Travel” Application for a one-­‐time fee of 120 CZK.

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Seniors aged 65-­‐70 travel for free, however to qualify for free travel, they need an Opencard.

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Citizens of the Czech Republic and foreigners with residential permit over 70

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Disabled (only citizens of the Czech Republic, holders of ZTP and ZTP-­‐ P card) in a wheelchair, guide and a dog

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Prams with babies

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Animals in protective boxes

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Luggage sized up to 25 x 45 x 70 centimetres

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Rodlike luggage up to the length of 150 centimetres and 20 centimetres in diameter

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Plate like luggage sized up to 100x100x5 centimetres

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1 pair of skis

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A bicycle (in Metro only and off-­‐peak hours)

Information for disabled persons Wheelchair access in Metro:

A-­‐line -­‐ stations:

B-­‐line -­‐ stations:

C-­‐line -­‐ stations:

Dejvická, Muzeum, Strašnická, Skalka, Depo Hostivař Zličín, Stodůlky, Luka, Lužiny, Hůrka, Nové Butovice, Smíchovské Nádraží, Palmovka, Vysočanská, Kolbenova, Hloubetín, Rajská zahrada, Černý Most Ládví, Kobylisy, Nádraží Holešovice, Florenc, Hlavní nádraží, Muzeum, Vyšehrad, Pankrác, Budějovická, Roztyly, Chodov, Opatov, Háje

Special bus lines 1 and 3 providing transport for disabled persons in wheelchairs connect the suburbs Černý Most II, Jižní Město II, Nové Butovice and Řepy with the centre of Prague (Metro station Florenc) where the change of lines is possible. These lines are in service during the working days only.

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Detailed information: http://www.dpp.cz/cz/index.htm = Dopravní podnik hlavního města Prahy

Ticket Inspection

The validity of tickets can be checked by the ticket inspectors of Dopravní podnik at any time during travel or stay in the Metro system. The ticket inspector is entitled to ask the passenger to produce his or her valid ticket, to confiscate invalid tickets, and to collect a penalty in case of travel without a valid ticket: 950 Kč – to be paid at the office of the Dopravní podnik 500 Kč -­‐ if paid at once 200 Kč -­‐ in the case of unpaid freight

To prove their identity, inspectors produce yellow-­‐and-­‐red badges. They issue receipts for the penalty amounts. In case you possess a metro pass and you have merely forgotten to bring it with you, you will only be fined a small fee, however, you will be obliged to give your details to the inspector and to visit the Dopravní podnik office at a later date and in order to produce your pass for inspection.

Remember that children under 6 are free – but should your child look older than he/she actually is, you will be required to prove his age.

Etiquette Czechs tend to be fairly quiet on public transport. Shouting, or even talking loudly across several rows of seats, is regarded as discourteous.

Regional buses (300 and above) must usually be boarded from the front door; if several passengers are waiting to board, they will queue.

Certain seats on buses, trams, and the metro are marked with a green cross, then a number. Elderly and/or disabled people have first priority for these seats. Try to avoid sitting on them, but if you do, yield them to a boarding passenger who might require them.

Should an older person board to find all seats taken (not merely green cross seats, but all seats), a Czech will instantly rise to offer his or her seat.

Baby carriage area: the back of each tram and the middle of each bus has an open space which is intended for passengers with prams. Please yield this space to boarding passengers who have prams.

If you are on an extremely crowded bus, tram, or metro car, Czechs standing nearest the door will frequently get off to allow others to exit. They then step

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back on once the crowd has passed. Don’t be afraid to copy this behaviour, fearing that you will not be able to reboard – it is a more civilized system than holding your ground and forcing several passengers to push past you before the doors close and they are stuck until the next station.

Should a Czech be standing next to a person with a pram, he or she will frequently reach down to help hoist the pram on or off a tram or bus. Do not panic if this happens to you, it is a common courtesy. If you don’t want help, you can say “ne, děkuju” for “no, thank you”.

CZECH RAIL SYSTEM

Is an enjoyable way of seeing the republic. Almost every town has a railroad station (nádraží), and side trips are cheap. The fast trains (rychlík) stop at major cities; local trains (osobní vlak) are slow, stop everywhere and usually have only second-­‐class carriages.

DRIVING IN PRAGUE

**NOTE: The following information is subject to change at any given time. This information is intended only as a guide.** Driver’s Licence Many expats may drive in the Czech Republic with a valid license from their own country. The European Driver’s License is valid here.

In addition to a valid United States state driver’s license or a non-­‐EU license, an International Driving Permit is required. In the United States, AAA is the distributor of the permit.

Highway Stickers Annual highway stickers may be purchased at post offices and gas stations and must be displayed on your car windshield in order to drive on the highways. It is also advisable to purchase the CZ sticker, which shows that your car is registered in the Czech Republic.

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Items You Must Have in Your Car

Czech law requires the following items in your vehicle at all times. They are: • valid first aid kit • warning triangle • reflex vest • spare set of bulbs for car • spare set of fuses • 1 spare tire or a special set for tire repair • car jack, and lug wrench • spanner for whell bolts • incident protocol

Car dealerships sell light bulb and fuse kits.

Recommended equipment: • starting cables • towing rope • fire extinguisher • torch

CAR SAFETY ISSUES

Summer and Winter Tires A separate set of winter tires is highly recommended; these can be purchased from many dealerships.

Headlights and Seatbelts Drivers are required to use headlights at all times all year round. Drivers and passengers are required to wear seatbelts. Police can stop and fine you for not wearing a seatbelt. There must be seatbelts in the front seat.

Drinking and Driving There is a zero tolerance policy on drinking and driving in the Czech Republic.

Police will use breathalysers and if alcohol is present can make fines in excess of 1000 Kč. It may also result in a minimum of one year’s driving suspension.

Traffic/Road Signs The same set of standardized road signs are used all over Europe. As such, their meaning tends to be easy to understand. Diamond signs indicate priority. Red triangles are warnings. Red circles are restrictions. Blue circles are requirements. Squares and rectangles give guidance. To find a complete overview of all road signs used in the Czech Republic in English, use the following link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_signs_in_the_Czech_Republic

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Child Seats Children under the age of 12 must sit in the back of the car.

Child seats must be used in the back seat of the car for all children 36 kg or less and 150 cm and under.

Documentation While driving, you must carry your passport, driving license, and car registration certificate and you must have valid car insurance. There are penalties for failing to present these documents. While you might be tempted to leave these documents in your car, your personal identification (prukaz) should be on your person. If you car is towed away, you will need to present your prukaz before your car is released: difficult, if it is locked in the car!

TRAFFIC LAWS

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Czechs drive on the right side of the road Pedestrians have full right of way on the zebras/crossways Trams have full right of way Pedestrians have no right of way over trams The Czech Republic has a ZERO tolerance law for alcohol Seatbelts are required by all passengers Mobile phones are banned whilst vehicle is in motion, except if you have a hands-­‐free kit Minimum age for driving a car is 18 Every driver is obliged to posses an international, EU, or Czech driving license All cars that have license plates must have damage liability insurance "povinné ručení" All cars must have a valid MOT sticker "STK" Driving on motor highways is permitted only with a valid highway sticker "dalnicni znamka" Documents you must have available with you in case of a police inspection: a small technical document, valid insurance green card, driving license and an accident protocol No right turns at a red stop light after stopping Speed limits are as follows: 50 kph (30 mph) in built-­‐up areas, 90 kph (56 mph) outside built-­‐up areas, 130 kph (78 mph) on expressways, 80 kph (50 mph) for a car with a caravan or trailer traveling outside built-­‐up areas or on expressways.

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Turning Right at Lights with a Pedestrian Crossing BEWARE: Care should be taken when turning right at traffic lights where there is an immediate pedestrian crossing on your exit road. Although you have a green light to turn right, the pedestrian lights are often green at the same time.

Pedestrians therefore expect, and have, right of way. Take extra care.

Pedestrian Crossing Although by law pedestrians have right of way, in practice many drivers do not oblige and give way. Take extra care when using Pedestrian Crossings.

Parking If you park illegally you will be fined or your vehicle may be clamped or towed away. Fines usually range between 330 Kc and 1000 Kc.

Blue and Yellow Parking Lines • Blue: Residential Parking Permit only (parking sticker) • Yellow: It is forbidden to park where there are yellow lines

What to do in an Accident / Emergency Numbers All road accidents are attended to by the police, no matter how minor, to ensure insurance claims are legitimate. You should notify them immediately and try to have contact with someone who can translate Czech for you.

In a case of an accident: • put the reflex vest on • use the warning triangle • be extremely cautious of other cars when exiting the car especially on the highway • if someone is injured call 155 immediately and provide first aid • you don’t have to call the police unless 1 -­‐ someone has been injured; 2 -­‐ total damage value exceeds 50 000Kč ; 3 -­‐ it is not evident who is guilty; 4 -­‐ there is a damage to third party • if police are not involved, fill in the accident protocol which should be included in the insurance booklet

The following are numbers to use in an Emergency:

112 Emergency (operators speak English other languages) 155 Ambulance 150 Firefighters 156 City police 158 If your car has been towed

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TAXI The guide line prices for taxi services in the district of the capital city of Prague:

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ride in the district of the capital city of Prague 28,-­‐ Kč/1 km

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boarding fee 40,-­‐ Kč

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waiting 6,-­‐ Kč/1min.

The maximum prices are valid for all the vehicles offering the taxi services in the district of the capital city of Prague. The price for waiting includes waiting in a traffic jam (slow traffic) as well as waiting on customer's request. Fare outside the district of the capital city of Prague is not regulated.

A Warning to Customers

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Each taxi must be equipped with permanently installed roof lamp with the TAXI sign.

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The registration number, company name and the price list including the basic rate, kilometre rate and one-­‐minute-­‐waiting rate must be displayed on both front doors of the taxi. These prices must correspond with the prices set on the taximeters in the taxi.

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Customers are recommended to order a taxi with non-­‐stop dispatching offices where the information on fares is available in advance.

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After the journey is completed, the driver is obliged to issue an orderly and fully filled receipt for the payment. The receipt has to be issued by the taximeter printer

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Stopping a taxi on the road late at night can be quite risky. When there are friends with you, it is a good idea to ask them to put down the number of the license plate and make it apparent to the driver.

He won't try to cheat you.

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METRO MAP

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LEARNING CZECH

Czech language is one of the Slavic languages that are commonly spoken in Eastern Europe. Czech, the mother tongue in the Czech Republic, is also closely related to Slovak, Polish and Serbian. The language also has some contribution to the English language. Some of the words that have Czech origins are pram, robot and pistol.

If you have decided to learn Czech, the first thing that other learners or (especially) natives may do is tell you how hard it is. It’s got 7 cases, unpronounceable consonant clusters, irregular plurals, unrecognisable vocabulary, the hard-­‐to-­‐pronounce letter ř, etc.

However, there is no challenge in the Czech language that you cannot overcome!

Study tool recommendations: A great book that helps a lot is “Czech, an essential grammar”, which you can get directly from the Amazon UK or Amazon US site. It goes into great detail about word formations and very clearly explains Czech grammar in a straightforward way. It includes full translations of all examples used and with lots of important vocabulary in each chapter.

“Czech Phrasebook” -­‐ anytime you wait anywhere always have this phrasebook in your pocket. The dictionary at the back is small enough to get through a whole letter of the alphabet in a 10 minute wait for the tram, while still being big enough to cover most of the essential words. Then of course you can also learn the huge amount of phrases from a wide range of categories squeezed into this tiny book.

If you are near a computer when studying, there are plenty of websites that can help too! There is a very detailed dictionary at Slovnik.cz , or a Wordreference’s Czech Dictionary for looking up simple words.

Czech has great literature and can be a very expressive and difficult language to master. But if your goal is to just speak it, then there is NOTHING holding you back from this.

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SHOPPING VOCABULARY

B R E A D

Bread dark, rye white, wheat bakery products (bread, pastry) roll (crescent shaped) (round shaped, poppy, sesame) French bread doughnut with custard or sweet pudding filling • with marmelade • with jam • with chocolate vol-­‐au-­‐vent – not open (small sweet pastry) • with marmalade • with sweet curd • with poppy seeds bread crumbs = roll crumbs (not from bread)

R I C E

Rice Natural peeled white unpeeled (almost brown) in boiling bags

Chleba tmavý, žitný svĕtlý, pšeničný pečivo rohlík houska, bulka veka kobliha s krémem • kobliha s marmeládou • kobliha s džemem • kobliha s čokoládou šáteček • s marmeládou • s tvarohem • s mákem strouhanka

rýže natural (přirodni) loupaná (Sushi rice) neloupaná ve varných sáčcích

Basmati rice is available in Alberts and other supermarkets under English name.

sugar (sucrose)

brown

dark

natural

cane

fruit

grape

powdered baking sugar crystal (coarse granulated) granulated (baking) sand – smaller than crystal cubes

vanilla flavoured

S U G A R cukr hnědý tmavý nerafinovaný třtinový ovocný hroznový moučkový* krystalový krupice pisek kostky vanilkový cukr

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cinnamon sugar sweetener

sacharin

non-­‐sacharin based

skořicový cukr sladidlo sacharin Irbis

Krystal is the coarsest grain and is generally used for decorating cookies, cakes and pastries. It is often served with coffee and tea in restaurants.

Krupice is granulated sugar and appropriate for baking.

*Moučka or moučkový cukr is a powdered combination of starch and sugar, not pure powdered sugar like confectioner’s or icing sugar. It does have a smooth texture, and can be mixed with a warm liquid such as water or lemon juice to make a glaze. True icing sugar is sometimes available under the English name in large supermarkets.

Mokka kostky – are sugar cubes and available in 0.5 kg boxes. There are also sugar cubes sold in shapes known as “bridge cukr,” and in pastel colours.

flour

flour (of the best quality) wheat flour

ryemeal

oatmeal

cornmeal

spald

buckwheat

farina, dust, cone, fine, smooth medium, semi-­‐rough coarse, kibble (rough), grout whole meal

grits, semolina, farina

F L O U R mouka mouka 00 extra special* pšeničná žitná ovesná kukuřičná špaldová pohanková hladká mouka polohrubá mouka hrubá mouka celozrná mouka krupice

“Hladká mouka” is an all-­‐purpose flour (also seen as *hladká special 00 extra). Its medium protein and starch content make it acceptable for most purposes. It can be used for both bread and cakes. This flour is not self-­‐rising.

Flour (of the best quality) -­‐ in addition to mouka 00 extra special, it is also found under the name “pšeničná mouka svĕtlá”.

“Krupice” (semolina/durum flour) is ground from durum wheat, the hardest grown.

Durum makes a strong, sturdy dough frequently used for pasta.

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“Hrubá mouka” is a coarse flour ground from hard wheat. This flour is preferred for making bread because of its high protein and low starch content. It is also used to make dumplings.

“Polohrubá mouka” is a semicoarse flour.

“Mouka bezlepková” is a gluten flour/high gluten flour. It is derived from hard wheat with starch removed and protein concentrated. Gluten flour is for people who can not tolerate wheat flour.

Emka brand flours have a line called Liva Plus, which are high nutritional flours such as whole wheat.

MILK and DAIRY PRODUCTS

milk fresh milk • no fat, 0.5% (yellow) • low fat, 0.5-­‐1.0% (green) • half fat, 1.5-­‐2% (blue) • full fat, 3% and more (red

mléko čerstvé mléko • odtučené • nízkotučné • polotučné • plnotučné

longlife condensed unsweetened sweetened kefir acidophil buttermilk cream cream for whipping sour cream (different % of fat)

trvanlivé kondenzované neslazené slazené kefírové acidofilní podmáslí smetana ke šlehání, šlehačka zakysaná,kyselá smetana

butter (unsalted) cheese table cream farmers cheese fat

half and half (cream for coffee) Mareci, Kapucin ice cream mayonnaise sweet cream dessert yogurt yogurt milk eggs (fresh, like free range eggs)

máslo (nesolené) sýr smetana tvaroh tuk smetana do kávy or kávová smetana

zmrzlina majonéza, majolka pribináček jogurt kefír mléko vejce (čerstvá, domácí)

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Most milk is sold in Tetra Brik aseptic boxes. They have a long shelf life and the expiration date is stamped on the top of the box. Once opened, keep refrigerated and treat as fresh milk. All milk is sold with varying fat (tuk) contents. Something to watch for (but not always the rule) is color coding. The color Red usually indicates a high fat content, Dark Blue is usually 2% low fat, and Light Blue indicates the lowest fat content of 0.8% -­‐ 0.5% fat, depending on brand.

Madeta brand of “čerstvé mléko,” available in paper cartons in the refrigerated dairy case, is particularly fresh tasting.

“Plnotučné” is 3.5% whole fat milk. “Polotučné” is 1.5-­‐2% low fat milk. “Nízkotučné” is a 0.5% -­‐ 0.8% low fat milk. These percentages relate to liters, therefore, polotučné contains 15 grams of fat per liter, nízkotučné 5 -­‐8 grams of fat per liter and so on.

“Kysaná smetana” is sour cream. Kysané, kyselé or kefirové mléko is sour milk very similar to buttermilk.

“Smetana” or “čerstvá smetana” is plain cream – check label for the amount of fat content (tuk).

Condensed milk is available in small bottles in the dairy case and in small cans on the shelf. Sweetened condensed milk (zahuštĕné slazené mléko) .

Y O G U R T

yogurt

plain white

fruit

more than 3.5% of fat, cream yogurt with nuts

chocolate

milk or cream dessert (with fruit or nuts)

jogurt bílý ovocný smetanový oříškový čokoládový desert, krém

BUTTER AND MARGARINE

margarines: RAMA, FLORA, ALFA, PERLA fat, frying fat Lard, fat baking fat (for cakes, tarts, pies, cookies) fresh butter spreadable (more cheese than the butter, over 30% fat) with chives with sweet capcisum (pepper) with horseradish with ham

margarín tuk na smažení: OMEGA, PLANTA, CERES

sádlo

tuk na pečeni: HERA, PERLA, LUKANA čerstve máslo

pomazánkové máslo pažitkové kapiové křenové šunkové

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“Čerstvé máslo” is fresh butter and the best choices when a recipe calls for pure, all-­‐ purpose butter. “Stolní máslo” is second quality butter. Before the revolution it was also less expensive, but is no longer significantly cheaper. “Tuk do těsta” is a mixture of shortening and butter, best for making a pastry dough.

You will also see “máslo s rotlinným tukem” which is a mixture of butter and vegetable shortening – “Zlatá Haná” under the Olma brand is very good. Rostlinný tuk is a vegetable shortening (similar to Crisco) and sold in 250 gram blocks in the dairy case, 220 grams is approximately 1 cup in measure.

There are various brand of margarines sold in blocks and are suitable for baking – HERA or PERLA are good ones to start with. There are many tub margarines on the market with various fat bases (vegetable, corn etc.) and also “light” spreads. They are yours to experiment with in taste and preference, however, RAMA is a good one to start with.

C H E E S E

cheese

processed (triangles, cubes in foil), spreadable like Buko, cream cheese

like Brie

like Hermelin

ripe cheese

red cover 30% fat, yellow cover 45% of fat cheddar cheese

like Emmental (intense flavour, savoury) a slice of cheese 2, 3, 4 slices of cheese

5 slices of cheese softer than hard, yellow

only 20% of fat

Blue Cheese

Istambul, Balkan cheese

salty (oversalty), braid (plait) shaped sheep milk cheese, salty, plait, tiny braid smoked cheese

smoked sheep milk cheese

beer cheese

goat cheese

knotted sheep cheese

layers of cheese Limburger type

mild smoked

Slovak goat cheese cottage cheese, curd, pot cheese

curd cheese (green, blue, red)

hard (tough consistency), for grating

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sýr měkký, tavený Lučina Hermelín Kamadet zrající Eidam Čedar Madeland,

Primátor plátek sýra 2, 3, 4 plátky sýra 5 plátků sýra Blaťácké zlato Tylžský sýr Niva Balkánský sýr Jádel Korbáčik

uzený sýr (eg. uzený eidam) Koliba pivní sýr kozí sýr Oštiepok sýrový dort Olomoucké tvarůžky parený sýr Brynza Tvaroh mĕkký Tvrdý

fresh chilled frozen smoked minced, ground boneless with bone cutlet, chop meat loaf poultry chicken turkey goose duck hen

pork-­‐ beef veal

mutton -­‐ lamb rabbit fish

offal

MEAT / FISH

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carp trout cod salmon lox tuna pike

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liver kidney heart tongue

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fallow deer hare pheasant boar

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pork chicken turkey poultry boiled stewed off the bone

Čerstvý Chlazený Mražený Uzený Mletý bez kosti s kostí Kotleta Sekaná Drúbež Kuře Krůta Husa Kachna Slepice Vepřové Hovĕzí Telecí Skopové Jehnĕčí Králík Ryby • kapr • pstruh • treska • losos • uzený losos • tuňák • štika Vnitřnosti • játra • ledviny • srdce • jazyk zvĕřina • daňčí • zajíc • bažant • divočák šunka • vepřová • kuřecí • krůtí • drůbeží • vařená • dušená • od kosti

game

ham

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-­‐ -­‐ -­‐ -­‐ -­‐

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bacon liverwurst salami/hard salami/soft salami/dark, spicy, seasoned, fat sausage Wiener, hot dog, frankfurters sausages smoked lard gammon

Slanina

Paštika -­‐ salám trvanlivý -­‐ salám mĕkký -­‐ salám GOLD, HERKULES, LOVECKÝ, PAPRIKÁŠ -­‐ Klobása

Párky

Špek

Anglická slanina

SPICES / SEASONINGS

flavouring, seasoning ground grind, crushed allspice aniseed basil bay leaf black cumin black pepper caraway cardamon celery chervil chillies cinnamon cloves coriander cumin curry powder dill

fennel fenugreek galgan laos garlic giant fennel ginger green pepper hot paprika hyssop Japanese pepper juniper lemon balm lavender lovage mace

Koření Mleté Drcené Nové koření Anýz Bazalka bobkový list Kmín černý Pepř černý Kmín kořenĕný Kardamon Celer Kerblík Chilli Skořice Hřebíček Koriandr Kmín římský Kari Kopr Fenykl Pískavice Galgan laos Česnek Asafoetida Zázvor Pepř zelený pálivá paprika Yzop pepř sečuánský Jalovec Meduňka Levandule Libeček Muškátový kvĕt

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mustard seed nutmeg oregano paprika parsley peppermint Peruvian pepper red pepper rosemary saffron sage savory sezame star anise sumac sweet flag root sweet marjoram tarragon thyme turmenic vanilla white pepper

FRUITS

fruit apples apricots banana blueberries cherries cranberries dates gooseberries grapefruit grapes melon orange peaches pears pineapples plums raisins raspberries red currants strawberries tangerines

Horčičné semeno Muškátový ořech Oregano, dobromysl Paprika sladká Petržel Máta peprná pepř červený pepř kayenský Rozmarýna Šafrán Šalvej Saturejka sezamové seminko Badyán Sumach Puškvorec Majoránka Estragon Tymián Kurkuma Vanilka Bílý pepř

Ovoce Jablka Meruňky Banány Borůvky Třešnĕ Brusinky Datle Angrešt Grepfruit hroznové víno Meloun Pomeranč Broskve Hrušky Ananas Švestky Rozinky Maliny Rybíz Jahody Mandarinky

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VEGETABLES

vegetables beans beets bell peppers bok choy broccoli cabbage carrots cauliflower celery root celery chives corn cucumber garlic green beans horseraddish kohlrabi leeks lentils lettuce mushrooms onions parsley parsnips peas potatoes radishes savoy cabbage Swiss chard tomatoes

almonds cashew nuts chick peas dry beans kidney beans lentils mung beans nuts peanuts peas soy products tofu walnuts

Zelenina Fazole Řepa Papriky čínské zelí Brokolice Zelí Mrkev Kvĕták Celer celerová nať Pažitka Kukuřice Okurka Česnek lusky,zelené fazolky Křen Kedlubny Porek Čočka Salád Houby Cibule Petrželka Pastinak Hrách Brambory Ředkvičky Kapusta Mangold Rajčata PROTEIN

Mandle Kešu Cizrna Fazole červené fazole Čočka Fazole mung Oříšky Buráky Hrách sojové produkty Tofu Vlašské ořechy

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SALT

salt sea salt iodine added reduced sodium

Sůl sůl mořská Jodidovaná Dietní

OIL

oil olive oil sunflower oil soya oil sesame oil

Olej olivový olej slunečnicový olej sojový olej sezamový olej

VINEGAR

vinegar wine apple

Ocet Vinný Jablečný

PASTA

pasta • •

with eggs no eggs

spaghetti

beans cereal, pulses corn grits, sleet lentils oat flakes peas peeled barley

tĕstoviny • vaječné • bezvaječné

Špagety GRAINS

Fazole obiloviny, lušteniny Kukuřice Krupky Čočka ovesné vločky Hrách Kroupy

Cornmeal and Couscous are available at Tesco and natural food stores. Couscous and basmati rice can be found at Fruits de France at Krone. Polenta is stocked at Krone.

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yeast (fresh/dry)

BAKING PRODUCTS droždí (čerstvé/sušené)

Look for cakes of yeast in the dairy cooler or “Instantní droždí” in the baking aisle.

Baking Powder (“kypřící prášek do pečiva”) – look for small packets in the baking aisle under the Vitana or Dr. Oetker brand. Each packet contains approximately 1 tablespoon of powder.

This is usually not Double Acting Baking Powder, which you may be used to.

There is special baking powder for ginger bread – kypřící prášek do perníku.

Self-­‐rising flour you can find in Robertson (Jugoslávských partizánů 738/38).

Baking Soda (“soda bicarbona”) – look for a small clear plastic bottles in the baking aisle. Tesco sometimes has boxes of baking soda with the International Foods. Also available in small packets as “jedlá soda.”

Corn Starch (“kukuřičný škrob”) – under the Dr. Oetker brand it is sold as Gustin Maizena.

Potato Starch – jemný bramborový škrob

Vanilla Extract – you can find it at some Droggeries. “Vanilka cukr” (vanilla flavoured sugar) is sold in packets in the baking aisle. Under the Dr. Oetker brand you can find small vials of vanilla essence (lemon also). Sometimes bottles of vanilla can be found with the International Foods at Tesco.

Chocolate chips – Available under the ShopRite brand at Tesco. But be warned, some bags are not of good quality; check the expiration date. Before chocolate chips arrived in Prague, chocolate chip cookie lovers bought large bars of solid chocolate (dark, milk or white) and chopped them into chunks for a very tasty cookie! You also have a guarantee of better quality chocolate.

Orion semisweet baking bars, “Orion na Varenie,” are inexpensive and quite tasty.

BREAKFAST CEREALS AND GRAINS

A small variety of Kellogg brand sugar sweetened cereals are well stocked in most supermarkets. Tesco is now starting to bring in their own brand of cereals. A German brand, Bruggen, is also being seen more frequently. Their unsweetened Rice Flakes are just like Rice Krispies. Staples such as oatmeal are at all supermarkets and potraviny.

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candies canned food chocolate club soda cookies drinking water dumplings mineral water mustard pickles sardines (canned)

MISCELLANEOUS FOODS

Bonbony Konzervy Čokoláda Sodovka Sušenky stolní voda Knedliky minerální voda Hořčice kyselé okurky Sardinky

OTHER PRODUCTS

battery • • • • • • •

walkman size R6

small galv. cell R 16

big galv. cell R20

rechargeable

for camera

for camcorder

for flash lamp, torch, Maglite

baterie • • • • • • •

cassettes

papers for extractor (kitchen fan hood) washing detergents • for silk

• for wool • for delicate/fine fabric

• for kid’s clothing

shampoo and conditioner

• for dry hair

• normal hair

• greasy hair

• coloured hair

• damaged hair

• hair after permanent

• anti dandruff

• everyday usage

• sensitive complexion/skin

tužkový malý monočlánek velký monočlánek dobíjecí do foťáku do videa do baterky (do svítilny)

kazety (videokazety, audiokazety) filtry do digestoře praci prostředky (praci prášky) • na hedvábí • na vlnu • na jemné prádlo • na détské prádlo šampon a kondicionér • pro suché vlasy • normální vlasy • mastné vlasy • barvené vlasy • poškozené vlasy • vlasy po trvalé • proti lupům • každodenni použití • pro citlivou pleť (pokožku)

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HOW TO READ LABELS:

Energy/calories fat (vegetal) Proteins Sugar Fibre Starch Sodium Calcium Carbohydrate best before:

energetická hodnota tuky (rostlinný) Bílkoviny sacharidy / cukry Vláknina Škrob Sodik Vápník Uhlovodany spotřebujte do: minimální trvanlivost do:

The word “bez” means without – without seeds, without caffeine etc.

HOW TO ASK FOR PRODUCTS:

How much/how many

Kolik?

I would like, please…..

Prosim…..

0,25kg

čtvrt kila

0,5 kg

půl kila

1 kg

Kilo

2 kg

dvĕ kila

3 kg

tři kila

4 kg

čtyři kila

5 kg

pĕt kilo

50 gr = 5 dkg

pĕt deka

100 gr = 10 dkg

deset deka

200 gr = 20 dkg

dvacet deka

300 gr = 30 dkg

třicet deka

1l

jeden litr

2, 3, 4l

dva, tři, čtyři litry

5 l

pĕt litrů

a slice of cheese

2, 3, 4 slices of cheese

plátek sýra

dva, tři, čtyři plátky sýra

5 slices of cheese

pĕt plátků sýra

in bloc

v celku

in slices, cut

Krájený

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Beef / Hovězí

English Equivalent

1. Neck 2. Spare Ribs 3. Sirloin 4. Sirloin Cutlet 5. Rump Bone 6. Rump Steak 7. Thick Flank 8. Shoulder 9. Ribs 10. Ham 11. Bony Flank 12. Soft Brisket 13. Fore Knuckle

Czech Krk Žebro Svíčková Roštěnka Hovězí Zadní Hovězí Zadní Plecko Ramínko Žebro Kýta Bok Hruď Koleno

Veal / teleci

English 1. Neck 2. Spare Ribs

Czech Equivalent Krk Žebro

3. Sirloin 4. Sirloin Cutlet

Svíčková Roštěnka

5. Hind

Zadní Noha

6. Shoulder 7. Breast

Ramínko,plecko Hruď

8. Thick Shoulder 9. Shank

Přední Koleno

Chicken / Kuřecí

English 1. Breast 2. Thigh 3. Leg 4. Wing

Czech equivalent Prsa Stehno Noha Křídlo

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Pork / Vepřové

English

Czech Equivalent

1. Ham

Kýta

2. Chop

Kotleta

3. Spare Ribs

Žebro

4. Thin Flank & Ribs

Plece

5. Shoulder

Ramínko

6. Knuckle

Koleno

Lamb / Jehněčí

English

Czech Equivalent

1. Leg

Kýta

2. Sirloin

Svíčková

3. Neck

Krk

4 Breast

Hruď

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WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

LENGTH AND DISTANCE

1 millimeter (mm) 1 centimeter (cm) = 10 mm 1 meter (m) = 100 cm 1 kilometre (km) = 1000 m

1 inch (in) 1 foot (ft) = 12 in 1 yard (yd) = 3 ft 1 mile (mi) = 1760 yd

≈ 0.04 inch (in) ≈ 0.4 inch ≈ 39 inches ≈ 0.6 mile ≈ 2,5 cm ≈ 30 cm ≈ 0,9 m ≈ 1,6 km

WEIGHT AND MASS

1 milligram (mg) 1 gram (gr) = 1000 mg 1 kilogram (kg) = 1000gr 1 tonne (t) = 1000 kg

1 ounce (oz) 1 pound (lb) = 16 oz 1 stone = 14 lb 1 hundredweight (cwt)

≈0.015 grain (g) ≈0.035 ounce (oz) ≈2.2 pound (lb) ≈0.98 ton ≈28 gr ≈0,45 kg ≈6,3 kg ≈50 kg

VOLUME AND CAPACITY

1 deciliter (dl) = 10 cl 1 liter (l) = 100 cl 1 hectoliter (hl) = 100 l 1 fluid ounce (fl oz) 1 pint (pt) = 20 fl oz 1 gallon (gal) = 8 pt

US 1 fluid ounce 1 pint (16 fl oz) 1 gallon

1 teaspoon 1 tablespoon 1 cup 1 quart = 2 cup

≈1.76 pint (pt) ≈22 gallon (gal) ≈28 ml ≈0,5 l ≈4,5 l UK ≈1.05 ≈0.8 ≈0.8 5 ml 15 ml 240 ml 480 ml

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OVEN TEMPERATURES

Freeze water Room temp.

Boil water Baking

Fahrenheit 32 °F 68 °F 212 °F 325 °F 350 °F 375 °F 400 °F 425 °F 450 °F

Celsius 0 °C 20 °C 100 °C 160 °C 180 °C 190 °C 200 °C 220 °C 230 °C

Gas

3 4 5 6 7 8 Grill

CONVERTING FROM FAHRENHEIT TO CELSIUS AND BACK AGAIN

The exact formulas:

C° = (F° -­‐ 32)/9 x 5

F° = (C° x 9/5) +32

However, this is a little complex if, in the words of our fellow expat Yifat, “I don’t want to pull out a calculator! I just want to know if I need to wear a sweater!”

The easy way:

C° = (F° -­‐ 30)/2

F° = (C° x 2) +30

Example 1. Suppose it is 26C°. What is that in F°?

Exact formula: (26 x 9/5) = 46.8. 46.8 + 32 = 78.8

Easy formula: (26 x 2) = 52. 52 + 30 = 82

Answer: 26C° is HOT. Go buy an ice cream.

Example 2. Suppose it is 62F°. What is that in C°?

Exact formula: (62 – 32) = 30. 30/9 = 3.3. 3.3 x 5 = 16.6

Easy formula: (62 – 30) = 32. 32/2 = 16.

Answer: Yes, 62F° is a bit chilly. Put on a sweater!

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CLOTHING & SHOE SIZE CONVERSION TABLE

The tables have been put together as a guide only using most commonly used size references within the Czech Republic.

WOMEN’S SIZES

NB: Manufacturers will vary on sizing, you should check on accurate conversions from the vendor

Dresses, Suits and coats

Blouses and Sweaters

Dresses and Coats (Children’s & Junior Misses)

Shoes

American

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

British Continental

6 36

8 38

10 40

12 42

14 44

16 46

18 48

American

32

34

36

38

40

42

44

British Continental

34 40

36 42

38 44

40 46

42 48

44 50

46 52

American

2

4

6

8

10

13

15

British and Continental

1

2

5

7

9

10

12

American British Continental

6 4.5 37

6.5 5 38

7 5.5 38.5

7.5 6 39

8 6.5 39.5

8.5 7 40

9 7.5 41

MEN’S SIZES

Suits, Sweaters And Overcoats

American and British Continental

Shirts

American and British

Socks

American and British Continental

Shoes

American British Continental

34

36

38

40

42

44

46

44

46

48

50

52

54

56

14

14.5

15

15.5

16

16.5

17

9.5

10

10.5

11

11.5

12

12.5

39

40

41

42

43

44

45

8 7.5 40

8.5 8 41

9 8.5 42

9.5 9 43

10 9.5 44

10.5 10 45

11 10.5 46

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COMMON CZECH PHRASES

The Czech language has some letters, which are not (or are little) known in other parts of the world. It has some letters which are different from those you are used to.

á/Á -­‐ long A as in Prague č/Č -­‐ soft C as CH in church or CZ in Czech ď/Ď -­‐ soft D as in duty é/É -­‐ long E as in early í/Í -­‐ long I like ee in weed ň/Ň -­‐ soft N like in new ó/Ó -­‐ long O like in moore š/Š -­‐ soft S like sh in shop ť/Ť -­‐ soft T like tu in tulip ú/Ú -­‐ long U like oo in moon ů/Ů -­‐ long U like oo in moon ý/Ý -­‐ long Y also like ee in weed ž/Ž -­‐ soft Z like the s in pleasure ř/Ř -­‐ soft R it has a very hard pronunciation for foreigners. Could be replaced

by simple R or Ž.

NUMBERS

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Nula Jedna Dvě Tři Čtyři Pět Šest Sedm Osm Devět

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

Deset Jedenáct Dvanáct Třináct Čtrnáct Patnáct Šestnáct sedmnáct Osmnáct devatenáct

20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1000

dvacet třicet čtřicet padesát šedesát sedmdesát osmdesát devadesát sto tisíc

Hello/good day Good evening Good night

Goodbye

Yes

No

Please

Thank you

Do you speak English?

I don’t speak Czech

dobrý den [dobree den] dobrý večer [dobree vecher] dobrou noc [dobrou notz] na shledanou [na schledanou] ano, no, jo ne prosím [proseem] děkuji/ děkuju [dyekuyee] mluvíte anglicky? [mlooveete anglitski] nemluvím česky [nemluveem cheski]

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I don’t understand Why?

When?

What? Who?

What’s your name My name is

I live

Help

Careful

Supermarket

Sir/madam

Today

Tomorrow

At what time?

What time is it?

How much does it cost?

Here/there

Who/where/when What

(family)name

first name

address/street (telephone) number adults

children

Cheers!

TIME

nerozumím [nerozumeem] Proč? [protch] Kdy? [kdy] Co? Kdo? [tzo / kdo] jak se jmenujete? jmenuji se bydlím… pomoc pozor potraviny pán/panỉ

dnes zítra V kolik hodin?

Kolik je hodin?

Kolik to stojí? tady/tam kdo/kde/kdy co příjmení jméno adresa/ulice (telefonní) číslo dospělí děti Na zdraví

second minute hour day week month year

DAYS

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

sekunda minuta hodina den týden měsíc rok

pondělí úterý středa čtvrtek pátek sobota neděle

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MONTHS

January February March April May June July August September October November December

APOLOGIZING

leden únor březen duben květen červen červenec srpen září říjen listopad prosinec

Pardon

Excuse me (“neutral” apology) Promiňte

Forgive me (stronger than “pardon”) Omlouvám se I apologize (I did something wrong) Je mi líto

I’m sorry (that a bad thing happened) To je škoda

It’s a pity.

SIGNS YOU SEE IN EVERY DAY LIFE

Dámy/ženy/dámské Páni/muži/pánské Pozor

Zakázáno

Zavřeno

Otevřeno

Na prodej

K pronájmu

Pokladna

Vchod/vstup

Východ/výjezd/výstup Přestup

Nemocnice

Pohotovost

Služby

Směr

Zdarma

Volno

Ovoce a zelenina Mimo provoz

ladies men’s attention forbidden closed open for sale for rent cash register entrance exit connection hospital emergency services direction free (for nothing) free (available) fruit and vegetables out of order

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IN TRAFFIC

Bezolovnatý / Natural Měření rychlosti radarem Průjezd stavbou Úsek častých dopravních nehod

Výjezd vozidel ze staveniště Výjezd ze stavby

IN THE TRAM

unleaded fuel radar control way through construction area department for common traffic accidents exit of vehicles from building side exit from construction area

Příští zastávka…

S dovolením

IN THE METRO

Příští stanice…

“Ukončete prosím výstup a nástup, dveře se zavírají.”

S dovolením

DIRECTIONS

Where is ..?

Where are ..?

How do I get to ..?

Can I walk there?

Is there a bus?

Is there a train?

Is it far?

Can you show me on the map?

Is there a .. nearby?

Turn to the left Turn to the right Here

there

On the right hand side On the left hand side At the end of the street The first turning on the right The first turning on the left Straight on

next stop “please let me pass”

next station Please finish getting in and out, the doors are about to close “please let me pass”

Kde je ..?

Kde jsou ..?

Jak se dostanu do ..?

Mohu jít pěšky?

Jede tu autobus?

Jede tu vlak?

Je to daleko?

Můžete mi to ukázat na mapě?

Je tu někde blízko ..?

Zahněte doleva Zahněte doprava tady tam napravo nalevo na konci ulice první odbočka napravo první odbočka nalevo rovně

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FAMILY

Father Dad Mother Mum Husband Wife Brother Sister Son Daughter Girlfriend Boyfriend

THE HOUSE

otec táta, tatínek matka máma, maminka manžel manželka bratr sestra syn dcera přítelkyně přítel

suterén koupelna ložnice dveře kuchyne obývací pokoj pokoj schody okno

Basement Bathroom Bedroom Door, doors Kitchen Living room Room Stairs Window

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USEFUL ADDRESSES

The information provided in this book is a service to all newcomers based on ISP School Community experiences. The information is not endorsed by ISP or the SCA and is subject to change at any time. All service providers speak some English unless noted by their information. It is up to you to determine which service provider meets your needs best.

AGENCIES FOR DOMESTIC HELP AND OTHERS

Concierge Management Contact person: Lubomir Feher Tel: +420 733 678 999 E-­‐mail: info@comn.eu Web: www.comn.eu Concierge Management is here to assist expatriates, managers and their families with any small and large tasks concerning household (local cell phone contracts, Internet connectivity, IT troubleshooting, rental and lease cars, handy man, 24 hour on call support for translation assistance), day to day errands, family care (child/pet sitting, transportation, anniversary celebrations, kids days) and free time (excursions, theatre tickets, holiday planners, travel). Individual and personalized attention with convenient consolidated monthly billing.

Klara Agency (Domestic help + babysitting) Vojáčkova 612 Tel: 603 475 901 Email: klara@klara-­‐agency.cz www.klara-­‐agency.cz

Nanny Child Care Tel: 721 307 311 (Jana Slivenecka)

ANTIQUES

Alma Antique Valentinská 7, Staré Město 110 00 Praha 1 Tel: 224 813 991 Email: alma.antique@seznam.cz Open: Monday-­‐Sunday: 10.00 -­‐18.00

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SNEL Furniture Pražská 329, Lodĕnice (25 km from Prague) Tel: 311 672 569, 311 672 579 www.snel.cz Email : snel@snel.cz

Buštěhrad Large, mainly outdoor, collectors market.

Open on Friday and Saturday, twice a month.

Tel: 608 967 157 www.bustehradantik.cz E-­‐mail: bustehradantik@seznam.cz

ART SUPPLIES

Altamira -­‐ Jilská 2, Praha 1 -­‐ Skořepka 1, Praha 1 Tel: 224 219 950, 774 963 601 Tel: 773 231 786 www.vytvarnepotreby.cz

Zlatá Loď Národní 37, Platýz, Praha 1 Tel: 222 220 174 www.zlatalod.cz Located on a passage across from Tesco downtown, a well stocked art supply store.

Nielsen U Prioru 5/1076, 160 00 Praha 6 Tel: 233 310 087-­‐8 www.nielsen.cz Warehouse that sells art supplies and a wide variety of frames. Provides custom framing services.

AUTO MECHANICS

Auto Šídlo – Škoda Dealership Únĕtická 20, 252 62 Horomĕřice Praha – Západ Tel: 220 970 273 Non-­‐stop service mobile: 602 213 836 Ondřej Ondrejka (English speaking service man) mobile: 728 286 161 www.autosidlo.cz

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Parkmycar The company offers full service in the automotive field in the Czech Republic.

They help expats acquire, register, insure, maintain, service and sell vehicles.

Very friendly individual care; pick-­‐up and delivery service always provided.

Contact person: Jan Vodička Mobile: 723 275 489 Email: parkmycar@parkmycar.cz www.parkmycar.cz

Přerost a Švorc AUTO Your address for Skoda and Volkswagen cars Veleslavínská 39, 162 00, Praha 6 Tel: 235 362 327 for new cars call: 728 337 775, email: pesek@prerost-­‐svorc.cz for service cal: 602 525 730, email: pokorny@prerost-­‐svorc.cz

BABYSITTING

Contact one of the agencies for domestic help for babysitting. In the school directory (or on the SCA noticeboard at the start of the year) you will find a list of student babysitters.

BAKERY

Bakeshop Praha Kozí 1, Praha 1 Tel: 222 316 823 Email: info@bakeshop.cz www.bakeshop.cz Bread, salads, soups, sandwiches; excellent cakes and pastries.

Bakery Paní Hana Nebusice, tel.604 255 621 Home baking (speaks English), Cooking for parties, Ironing

Creperie Café Girafe Brandejsovo namesti 165 00 Praha 6 -­‐ Suchdol Tel: 774 329 592 www.cafegirafe.cz

Fun Cakes and More Gabriela Castillo Tel: 602 267 765, 222 726 530 Email: gcastillosulma@yahoo.com Personalized cakes for all kinds of celebrations. Semi-­‐retired, but will still work for ISP families.

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Fishr s.r.o Vítězné nám.3, 160 00 Praha 6 Tel : 777 771 669 Email : lahudky@fishr.cz www.svatebnidorty.cz Contact :Monika Votrubcová, tel.777 771 679. She speaks English.

They can make any kind of cake with decorations on it. You can also send a picture by mail and they draw it on the cake. The cost is about 560kc for a 20 part cake with an A4 photo.

Linoy Cakes Very special, beautifully decorated cakes and cupcakes Mobile: 776 776 582 www.facebook.com/linoycakes

BANKING

Citibank Europe plc Bucharova 2641/14, Prague 5 Tel: 233 062 323 www.citibank.cz An English-­‐speaking personal banker available 24/7

BEAUTY AND COSMETIC

Beauty & Health Irena Hejkalová Tel: 774 114 123 Facials, Chinese medicine.

Wellness Rooseveltova Rooseveltova 10, Prague 6, entry from Českomalínská street Tel: 233 310 038 Email: info@centrum-­‐relaxace.cz Open 10 am -­‐ 10 pm.

Massage, reflexology, body wraps; nutritional counseling, cellulite treatment; facials, manicure/pedicure, botox, depilation.

Petra -­‐ manicure Manicure and gell nails Tel: 608 968 750 Based at Hotel Diplomat, kind, speaks good English, a perfectionist!

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The Nail Shop www.orly.cz -­‐ Nový Smichov Shopping Mall Tel: 257 321 898 -­‐ Slovanský dům, Na Příkope 22 Praha 1 Tel: 221 451 800

Ms. Jitka Helcl -­‐ Body & Beauty Facial and body treatments, relaxation massage, IPL skin rejuvenation, IPL hair removal, manicure, medical pedicure, waxing, etc.

Palác AUSTRIA, Stefanikova 18/25, 150 00 Praha 5 Tel: 737 560 896 Email: info@body-­‐beauty.cz www.body-­‐beauty.cz

BOOK SHOPS

Big Ben Malá Štuparská 636/5, Praha 1 Tel: 224 826 565 Wide range of books in English www.bigvenbookshop.com Email: bigbenbooks@gmail.com

Luxor Václavské náměstí 41, Praha 1 Mo-­‐Fr 8-­‐20, Sa 9-­‐19, Su 10-­‐19 The biggest book shop in Prague. www.neoluxor.cz Email: info@neoluxor.cz

Anagram Bookshop Tyn 4 (Courtyard behind Tyn Church) 110 00 Praha 1 Tel: 224 895 737

Globe Pstrossova 6 praha 1 110 00 Tel: 224 934 203

Shakespeare and Son’s More than 250.000 e-­‐books available for immediate download U Lužického semináře 10, Praha 1 Tel: 257 531 894 (Soukenická 44, Český Krumlov ; Tel: 380 711 203) www.shakes.cz

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BOWLING

Equinoxe Bowling Centre Nový Smíchov Shopping Mall Tel: 257 213 307 www.equinoxe.cz Bowling, billiards, coffee-­‐bar and evening karaoke.

Best Bowling Centre Bowling, billiards, coffee-­‐bar & other activities available.

Metropole Mall Zličín, Tel: 226 081 171, www.bestbowling.cz Modrá Stodola Spojovací ul.918, Horoměřice Tel: 220 406 466 www.modrastodola.cz Email: bowling@modrastodola.cz Bowling and restaurant; offers arcade games and children play area.

Planet Bowling Galerie Butovice Telephone: 251 616 562 www.planet-­‐bowling.cz

Bowling and Restaurant/Grill Bar Ladronka Tomanova 1/1028, Praha 6 reservations: tel. 724 103 538 www.ladronka.com

Has a nice outside terrace. Also great place to go skating.

Bowling -­‐ Hotel Dolce Villa Nebusice Nebušická ul.93, Praha 6 Tel: 220 199 510 http://www.dolcevilla.cz/bowling/ Email : info@dolcevilla.cz

CATERING

Zátiší Group Betlémske nám.,Liliová 1, Praha 1 Tel.: 774 196 511 Email: renata.lukasova@zatisigroup.cz www.zatisigroup.cz Full service party catering at your home or designated facility.

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Bakeshop Praha Kozí 1, Praha 1 Tel: 222 316 823 Email: info@bakeshop.cz www.bakeshop.cz Bread, salads, soups, sandwiches, excellent cookies, cakes and pastries.

Albio Full service catering that offers organic foods prepared from products produced by mostly Czech farmers. www.biokvalita.cz Truhlářská 20, Praha ; Tel: 774 226 281 Email: bio.olomouc@seznam.cz Note: limited Englidh on the phone, email preferred

Culinaria Skořepka 9, P1 Shop: tel. 736 425 350 Caterng: tel. 727 816 585 Email: office@culinaria.cz www.culinaria.cz Gourmet food shop with deli, bakery, food from all over the world, gift services and catering.

House Catering Petr Skrabek (only speaks Czech), Tel: 777 658 840 Kateřina Šalánská tel.:777 803 697 (for foreign clients) www.housecatering.cz Full service catering at your home or designated facility.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

The following listings are ISP-­‐parent recommendations. Also, check out www.kidsinprague.com for more information on playgrounds (indoor and outdoor), kid-­‐friendly restaurants, swimming activities, birthday venues and ideas, etc.

Adventure Golf Horní Bezděkov and Tyrolian Pub Valdecká 213 Horní Bezděkov 273 51 The 18 hole course with flowing waterways, rockscapes, rose gardens, ponds and exotic plants interlaced with the greens will keep you captivated and supplying loads of fun throughout the game. 20-­‐minute drive from ISP. Tel: 602 111 895 Email: info@adventuregolf.cz www.adventuregolf.cz

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Balondekor Balloon Decoration -­‐ New Year´s Eve, Corporate Events, Birthday parties, Weddings, Valentine´s Day, Halloween, St Patrick´s Day, etc. -­‐ Music, Sound, Lighting Services, Firework Displays, Stage hire, ...

Contact: +420 608 822 825 Email: balondekor@balondekor.cz

BeckiLand Avion Shopping Center Zličín Skandinávska 5a Tel: 774 777 070, email.: info@beckiland.cz www.beckiland.cz Adventure abounds with climbing items, air hockey, small train and slides. For children of all ages! Offer children party services and facilities.

Bobsleigh Bobová dráha Prosek Prosecká – Praha 9 Tel: 284 840 520 , Michal Sadil www.bobovadraha.cz All-­‐weather, year-­‐round bobsleigh attraction, 700 m. long.

Bouncy Castles Nikola Milaniaková Mob: 721 105 509 bouncycastlescz@hotmail.com

Climbing Wall in Prague 6 Drnovská 19/43 Praha 6 -­‐ Ruzyně, PSČ 160 00 GPS: 50°4'53.665"N, 14°18'33.150"E Tel: 775 238 814 E-­‐mail: stena@stena-­‐ruzyne.com www.stena-­‐ruzyne.com International Ballet School of Prague Associated with the National Theater Ballet Conducted in English only.

For children 4-­‐18 in classical ballet with modern dance elements, adult groups.

Liliova 4, Prague 1 Tel: 774 194 800 http://balletschoolprague.com/en/homepage

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MaxLaser Game Arena Plzeňská 56, Praha 5 Tel. 774 454 656 www.maxlasergame.cz

Prague Karting Arena Starting height 140cm, age 10/11 Toužimská 13 – Praha 9 Tel: 777 311 856 www.motokary-­‐praha.cz

Magician Damian Magic for children of all age groups as well as adults Tel: 722 736 127 www.damianmagic.com

Muddum Art Space Email: info@muddum.cz You can find it opposite Letna Park. at Kostelni 24, Prague 7, 150 00.

Tram: 1,3,5,8,12,14,17,25,26 to Strossmayerovo nam. Metro: Vltavska, line Tel: 777 876 541 ( Klara) www.muddum.cz Pottery classes, art workshops for kids and adults.

Music School Prague Betlémské náměstí 351, Praha 1 Tel: 731 445 215 / 731 445 213 www.musicschoolprague.com For all ages: ballet, modern dance, latin-­‐america, club dancing.

Music lessons: string, woodwinds, brass Glord.cz Horse back riding for children Come and spend time with your children in a calming nature in a company of beautiful animals. There are 4 horses ready for you: 1 small pony, 1 medium size pony and 2 full size horses.

Contact person: Hana Hughes Tel.: +420 777 224 418 Email: info@glord.cz www.glord.cz

Handmade Children’s Costumes + pashminashawls Anke Weber Tel : 732 917 499

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iPilot Praha Flight Simulator Experience Zborovská 47, Prague 5 (opposite the Café Savoy) Tel.: (+420) 228 882 287 Email: prague@flyipilot.com http://flyipilot.cz/ Normal opening hours: Mon – Fri 9 am – 6 pm Simulator: Mon – Sun upon reservations The iPILOT will enable you to fulfill your dream of being the Pilot of an Airbus A320. The simulators are so real that Pilots can train in them. You can take off and land to any of over 24 000 Airports around the World.

Paintball Games Tel.: +420 777 099 099 Email: info@paintballgame.cz www.paintballgame.cz

Prague Adventure Camps Tel: 777 196 977, Rick Lee (English) www.pragueadventures.cz Organizers of birthday parties, children’s camps, company picnics, etc.

Sport Academy – studio Vinohrady Contact person: Jan Hnilicka (a sport coach and consultant) Tel: 777 274 275 Email: jan.hnilicka@sportacademy.cz www.sportacademy.cz

Eventime Sport & Leisure activities for kids Contact person: Jan Plachy Tel: 607 852 540 Email: jan.plachy@eventime.cz www.eventime.cz

Creative therapy for children in Prague Professional and specialised creative arts counselling service to individuals and groups (up to 3 participants), focusing on children and young-­‐adults from 4 up to 20 years old.

Contact person: Chantal Höll -­‐ Hartog (Licenced art therapist) Pekařská 12, Praha 5 15500 Praha 5 Tel: 774 747 447 Email: hollchantal@gmail.com www.tuliptherapy.cz

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Funpark Žirafa Obchodní 106 251 70 -­‐ Čestlice Info / Recepce +420 601 33 44 55 Email: info@funparkzirafa.cz Restaurace La Famiglia Email: restauracelafamiglia@gmail.com Tel: +420 739 506 941 Birthday Parties Email: oslavy@funparkzirafa.cz Tel: +420 724 399 744 www.funparkzirafa.cz

CHILDREN’S STORES

Ceremony Shops where you can find a large selection of luxurious, beautiful clothing and shoes for children -­‐ fantastic, reasonable prices. www.ceremonykids.cz Ceremony Kids Shops: Dlouhá 8, Praha 1, 101 00 Opening hours: Mon-­‐Fri: 10.00 – 19.00, Sat: 10.00 – 18.00 Tel: 607 113 383 or Spektrum Průhonice Shopping Mall st Obchodní 113, 251 01 Čestlice (1 floor) Opening hours: Mon-­‐Fri: 10.00 – 20.30, Sat-­‐Sun: 10.00 – 20.30 Tel: 607 113 383

Lindex Children’s Clothes Novy Smichov Shopping Mall st 1 floor Age: Newborn to size 170 Tel: 251 560 116 www.lindex.com/cz/

Zara Kids Novy Smichov Shopping Mall Ground floor Age: 3 months to 14 years of age Tel: 257 930 140 www.zara.com

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CLEANING

For house cleaning, see the domestic agencies.

Carpet and upholstery Jan, Tel: 603 148 002

Pool cleaning and maintenance Keller – Bazény Moravanů 58, Praha 6 – Bílá Hora Tel: 602 387 467 / 235 316 506 / 235 316 507 Email: info@keller-­‐bazeny.cz www.keller-­‐bazeny.cz

COMMUNICATIONS

Skype www.skype.com Internet phone service, competitive rate.

Vonage www.vonage.com Internet phone service, VOIP solutions, competitive rates.

VOIP VOIP www.voipvoip.com Pay-­‐as-­‐you-­‐go Internet Phone Service, VOIP, call forwarding, competitive rates.

Virtual phone numbers to receive calls from any 30 countries.

Smart Call www.smartcall.cz Discounted calling and calling cards may be purchased via their website. Calling cards with the best rates are in 1000 Kc denomination. Calling cards may be purchased at the Relay store in the Namesti Miru metro station or in the center at some exchange offices.

BCH Telecommunications Francouzská 28, 120 00 Praha 2 Tel: 222 518 377 www.bch.com Email: bch@bch.cz Provides discounted long distance service, itemized billing for local and long distance calls.

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Television

O2 www.o2-­‐cz

UPC www.upc.cz

Skydigital Paras Thacker TV/dish antenna connection.

Tel: 774 770 774; 602 302 646 www.skydigital.cz

Daniel Persin Vratislavská 398, Paha 8 Tel: 777 317 229 Email: dpersin@email.cz or vip-­‐satelit@email.cz TV, Satellite and Video installations

JJJ SAT & BESIE s.r.o Satellite TV Střešovická 35, Praha 6 www.jjjsat.cz

COMPUTER ASSISTANCE

Jimaz Heřmanova 37, Praha7 Telephone: 233 372 301 / 233 373 580 www.jimaz.cz Computer repairs, upgrades and refurbishments, network installation & various add-­‐on activities like shareware / game distribution.

Real Time Solutions František Zeman (Computer Doctor) Rubešova 6 Tel: 224 222 474 / 602 375 030 Email: FZ@realtime.cz www.realtime.cz Computer repairs and upgrade at your home or office. Ability to sell and connect peripherals, which include home/office networks, TV/Video computer cards, CD Recorders, Internet video conferencing, scanner, DVD/CD rom, sound cards, USB hubs, cables and more.

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UPC (Chello) Tel: 241 005 100 / 844 111 112 www.upclive.cz Satellite TV and Internet Service provider.

Acer Computer Repair Tel: 531 027 777 www.acer.com They come and pick up your Acer computer for repair.

CULTURE

PRAGUEWELCOME.COM Prague’s official tourist portal Detailed information on cultural life in Prague, events, historical places, sightseeings, transportation, hotels, dining, etc.

The info is provided in English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian and French. www.praguewelcome.cz/en

Tourist Information Center – Rytirska Street Rytířská 31, Praha 1 -­‐ Staré Město Email: tourinfo@pis.cz Email2: uts@pis.cz www.praguewelcome.cz Tourist services and information provided: -­‐ general information on Prague (events, culture, orientation in the town, transport, accommodation and dining, shops and services, nature, sports, important contacts, historical monuments, museums, galleries, exhibitions, trades, festivals and much more) -­‐ tickets for concerts, theatres and other cultural and sports events -­‐ Prague sightseeing tours, segway tours, trips out of Prague -­‐ basic information brochures about Prague in foreign languages -­‐ Prague Card -­‐ free entry to over 50 city attractions

The Lobkowicz Collections The best museum/art collection in Prague -­‐ well thought out and excellent audio guide + great café Lobkowicz Palace -­‐ Nelahozeves Castle -­‐ Roudnice Castle -­‐ Střekov Castle www.lobkowicz.cz

Private Tour Guide Sona Frydlova – speaks English, Spanish, Italian and Russian Tel: 604 781 800

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CYCLE/CYCLE REPAIR

Cyklosauer Nebušická 88 Tomáš Šauer, tel.: 220 515 224 Open Saturdays till noon.

Cykloservis U Tyrše Jaselská 38, Dejvice, Praha 6 Tel: 224 319 738 www.cykloservis-­‐kola.cz

Atombike Evropska 34, Dejvice, Praha 6 Mon-­‐Fri: 10.00-­‐19.30, Sat 10.00-­‐13.30 Tel: 222 362 729 www.atombike.cz The owner speaks basic English.

DRY CLEANING

Bel+Blanc Dry cleaner with branches in several malls including Šestka, Nový Smíchov, Metropole Zličín and behing the Billa on Evropská.

FABRIC STORES

Látky Fiala Korunní 28 – Vinohrady, Praha 2 Mon-­‐Fri: 9.oo-­‐18.oo

Látky Červený Buděčská 14 – Vinohrady Tel: 224 257 792 / 222 521 823 www.latky-­‐cerveny.cz

Flex-­‐Tex Jateční 31, Praha 7, Behind Holešovice market.

Tel: 283 870 783 www.flex-­‐tex.cz Mon-­‐Fri 9.00 – 18.00, Sat 9.00 – 12.00 Very cheap fabrics.

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Bolena Tex Buděčská 16, Vinohrady Tel: 222 513 390 Opening hours: Mon-­‐Fri 9.00 – 18.00, Sat 9.30 – 12.30 www.bolenatex.cz

MarLen Karolíny Světlé 12 – Praha 1 Special fabrics like fur and Indian and yarn, buttons.

Tel 224 236 728 Info line: 777 677 431 www.marlen.cz

Parada Na Zlíchově 288, Praha 5 (entrance from Křížová street) Tel: 251 554 770, 731 116 418 Open weekdays 09:00-­‐17:00 Luxury fabrics Email: e-­‐parada@seznam.cz www.paradasro.com

Marthi Plzeňská 233/8, Praha 5 -­‐ Smichov Marta Šliperská, tel: 602 341 091 Good selection of fabrics for curtains, bed linen, etc. www.marthi.cz

FIREWOOD May be purchased at Hornbach, OBI, and some petrol stations.

FITNESS / EXERCISE

Hadovka Office Park – Health & Fitness Club Evropska 2588/33A, Prague 6 Tel: 724 865 094 6 minute drive from ISP www.

Jana Spurná Hotel Dolce Villa, Nebušice Tel.: 775 066 035 Private and semi-­‐private lessons: Bosu, Pilates (using a Reformer -­‐ original pilates machine), power yoga, chi-­‐toning, private.

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Intercontinental Hotel Fitness Club Pařížská 30, Praha 1 Tel: 296 631 525 www.icfitness.cz Range of exercise equipment as well as swimming pool (salt water), sauna, whirlpool. Pay per admittance or discount for long-­‐term tickets.

Holmes Place Health Club Nový Smíchov shopping mall Plzeňská 8, 150 00 Praha 5 www.holmesplace.cz

Katrin Köhler Jirečkova 17, Praha 7 Tel: 603 360 554 Yoga classes, pránajáma www.jogakatrinkohler.cz

Studio Pure Zborovska Belly dance, port de bras, zumba, yoga and sauna.

Contact person: Eva Petrovska Email: evapet@centrum.cz Tel: 777 562 016 www.studio-­‐pure.cz www.eglal.cz

Solarium Fitness BBC Aerobics, Fitness, Cycling, Solarium Evropská 178, Praha 6 Mon -­‐ Fri: 6.00 – 24.00 and Sat -­‐ Sun: 9.00 – 24.00 www.fitnessbbc.cz/evropska178

RS Sportcentrum Tennis, Golf, Wellness, Fitness, Solarium Suttnerové 841/2, 160 00 Praha 6 www.rssportcentrum.cz

FLOWERS

Flowershop -­‐ Květinářství Zuzana Kousalova Email: zuziko@volny.cz Nebušická 175, Nebušice Tel: 604 820 857. They speak English.

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Chladek Garden Center Střešovická 47, Praha 6 Plants, flowers for your garden and house.

Mo-­‐Sa 8:00-­‐19:00, Su 9:00-­‐19:00 Tel: 235 351 032 www.zahradnictvi-­‐chladek.cz

Metamorphosis Wuchterlova 14, Praha 6 Tel: 734 334 978 Email: shop@metamorphosis.cz www.kvetiny-­‐mimosa.com Mimosa V Šáreckém údolí 2711/38a, Praha 6 Tel: 235 366 041 www.kvetiny-­‐mimosa.com

FRAMING

Nielsen U Prioru 5/1076, 161 00 Praha 6 Tel: 233 310 087-­‐8 www.nielsen.cz Warehouse that sells art supplies and a wide variety of frames & mounts.

Custom framing service available.

Canvases Vlčkova 10, Praha 9 Jindřich Lerch Tel: 603 904 061, 261 217 881 Email: lerch.jindrich@seznam.cz www.malirskaplatna.com

Skloservis Praha Pelleova 9, Praha 6 Tel: 233 332 705 www.skloservispraha.wz.cz Open Mon-­‐Wed-­‐Fri: 13.00-­‐18.00 and Tue-­‐Thur 13.00-­‐16.00

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FURNITURE RESTORATION

Restoration of Antique Furniture Lukáš Walter (speaks English) Tel: 732 837 857 www.restaurovaniwalter.cz Cabinets, book shelves, beds, etc.

GALLERIES

Mala Šárka Gallery Jana Ježková Malý Dvůr 638 -­‐ Praha 6 Tel: 602 780 579 Email: galeriems@seznam.cz www.malasarka.cz

GOF+FA by Manto Male namesti 6, Prague 1 Tel: 420 724 856 473 Email: manto@mantogallery.com www.mantogallery.com Original and unique functional art pieces -­‐ cast iron, glass, porcelain and ceramics -­‐ displayed in a living gallery. Plus a chance to discover the artist in yourself by creating your own pieces!

Museum Kampa U Sovových mlýnů 2 118 00 Praha 1 – Malá Strana Tel: 257 286 147 Icons of 20th century art -­‐ František Kupka, Otto Gutfreund and Central European modern art, short exhibitions. www.museumkampa.com

Cory Wanamaker Airy Hill Studio www.airyhillstudio.com http://airyhillstudio.wordpress.com

GARDENERS

Hortenzie Contact person: Vladimir Kratky, Tel: 724 367 060 www.hortenzie.eu

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HAIRDRESSERS

James Hair Masná 15, Praha 1 Tel : 224 827 373, 602 171 016 Open: Tue-­‐Fri 8.30-­‐20.30, Sat 9.00-­‐17.00 james@jameshair.cz www.jameshair.cz

Toni & Guy Dlouhá 13 , Praha 1 Tel: 222 320 056, 57, 58 Fax : 222 323 359 info@toniandguy.cz www.toniandguy.cz

American Barber Dittrichova 6, Praha 2 Kraig Casebier Tel: 737 407 714 Email: kraig@americanbarberinprague.com

Hair by MarkPhillip Lužická 27, Praha 2 Tell: 608 633 000 or 222 254 096 Open Mon-­‐Fri 8.00-­‐20.00 www.hairbymarkphillip.cz

Libor Šula Dušní 6, Praha 1 Tel.:224 817 575, 224 811 822 Open Mon-­‐Fri 9.00-­‐21.00, Sat 10.00-­‐17.00 www.liborsula.cz Many of the staff speak English, good for colouring.

Kadeřnictví Klier Šestka shopping center Fajtlova 1090/1, Praha 6 Tel.:225 023 400

Robert Starý Politických vězňů 8, Praha 1 Tel.: 736 665 026 www.robertstary.cz

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Daniela Janotová Drtinova 11, Praha 5 Tel: 776 327 326 Email: info@danielahairstyle.cz www.danielahairstyle.cz

HEATER / BOILER REPAIR / AIRCONDITION / FREEZERS

Jan Padevět: Klimatizace -­‐ Tepelná čerpadla Authorized dealership and servis of airconditioning (Toshiba, Hokkaido, Whirlpool, Haier, LG), fridges and freezers (Whirlpool, Ariston, Indesit, Haier) Contact person: Jan Padevět Tel : 606 587 075 or 777 082 992 Email: info@servis-­‐chlazeni.cz www.servis-­‐chlazeni.cz

HOME RENTAL / REAL ESTATE

Home rental in Mala Sarka-­‐Nebusice, Praha 6 Contact person: Eva Davidova Mobile: 724 882 277 Email: e.davidova@eco-­‐haus.cz

Advanced Real Estate, s.r.o.

Contact person: Blanka Kolomá Vinohradská 39, Praha 2 Tel: 601 336 905 Email: blanka@advancedreality.cz www.advancedreality.cz

HOME IMPROVEMENT / INTERIOR DESIGN

Open weekends too, usually from 0800 – 2000.

• Bauhaus www.bauhaus.cz • Hornbach www.hornbach.cz • Obi

www.obi.cz

Annie Leibo Interiors Design, Painting Rooms, Deco, Wallpapering, Panting of fasades, Window replacement, Communications Installation, etc.

Contact person: Eva Davidova Mobile: 724 882 277 Email: e.davidova@eco-­‐haus.cz

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Interior & Style, s.r.o Londýnská 62, Praha 2 Tel: 222 250 420 www.ka-­‐international.cz Fancy interior shop to western standards.

Almi Decor Palladium, Náměstí Republiky 1, Praha 1 Tel.: 225 771 656 Email: obchod@almi-­‐decor.com www.almi-­‐decor.com

Studio Jaro Contact person: Jitka Jarolimkova Nad Želivkou 440, Nebušice.

Tel: 607 660 060 or 602 369 353 Open Thursdays 1-­‐5p.m. or by appointment Pottery, Maříž Pottery, Czech Glass and personalized pottery

INSURANCE

Ing. Jan Julis Mobile: 775 235 546 Email: jen37@seznam.cz Very organized, efficient, quiet and thoughtful man, agent for Kooperative/Vienna Insurance Group.

Allianz Contact person: Jan Vodicka (excellent English) Tel: 723 275 489 Email: jan.vodicka@iallianz.cz www.allianz.cz

IRONING

Prádelna, Mandel H. Frebortová Podbabská 8 (opposite the Crowne Plaza) Mon.-­‐ Wed. 7.30 -­‐18.00 / Thu 7.30 – 14.00 Fri 8.00 –12.00

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JEWELLERY REPAIR

Lapis Diamond Centre, Mustafa Turk, Jeremiášova 1110/21, 150 000, Praha 5. (near Hornbach) Tel: 235 002 711 or 777 795 896.

Supplies gems, resizes rings etc. Open 8:00 -­‐18.30 daily

Zlatnictví Vomáčka, Náprstkova 9, Praha 1 (next to V Zatisi restaurant) Tel: 222 222 017.

Antique jewellery sales and repair.

Open Mon-­‐Thu 9-­‐12, 13-­‐18 , Tu+W 10-­‐12, 13-­‐18

LOCKSMITH

Goldkey Tel: 602 290 290 www.goldkey.cz (website in English) 24-­‐hour service, insl.car-­‐opening

Key non-­‐stop service Tel: 602 440 022; 272 731 921 keykontakt@quick.cz

MARKETS / GROCERIES / SUPERMARKETS

Bio Market Vitek Vinohradská 53, Praha 2 Tel: 222 251 019 Email: vinohradska@biomarket.eu Large organic and health food shop. www.biomarketvitek.cz

Albio Biological store – “Bio-­‐potraviny” • Dejvická 26 – Praha 6 • Truhlářská 20 – Praha 1 www.biokvalita.cz www.albiostyl.cz

Potraviny in Roztoky Roztocká 37, about 500 m. after the Riverside school.

Groceries, fruits and vegetables those aren’t always available in other shops.

You can order in advance.

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Produits de France Rumunská 23, Praha 2 Tel: 222 511 261 Fresh fruits, vegetables, pate, mushrooms, cheese, wine and other French products. www.produitsdefrance.cz

Candy Store Dejvice and Vinohrady store Wide range of US and British products, including Robertson meat products www.candy-­‐store.cz

Robertson (English Butcher and Delicatessen) Jugoslávskych partyzánů 738/38 – Praha 6 Tel: 233 321 142/ 777 028 254 www.robertson.cz You can order/buy quality meats and international delicatessen as well as a range of British/American specialties.

Sapori Italiani Bělohorská 272/13, Praha 6, Břevnov Email : info@saporiitaliani.cz Tel : 224 234 952 www.sapori-­‐italiani.cz

Arbat Bubenečská 13, Praha 6 Russian shop Mo-­‐Sa 10:00-­‐20:00, Su 11:00-­‐19:00. www.russianshop.cz

Havel’s Market Havelské náměstí, Praha 1, close to Metro Můstek Mon-­‐Fri : 9:00 – 17:00 An open-­‐air market in the city center offering fruits and vegetables, art, flowers, wooden toys, and ceramics for tourists and locals.

Holešovice market Argentínská, Praha 7, Holešovice, metro Vltavská, trams 1,3,25,5 2 The largest open-­‐air market in Prague = 110.000 m Mon-­‐Sat 7:00-­‐20:00 www.holesovickatrznice.cz

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Cheesy Shops in 5 locations in Prague 2,4,5,7 All kinds of cheese you can imagine, straight from the Netherlands. Sells also assortment of French and Italian cheese, Belgian beers

Farmers’ Markets Find the nearest shop fresh and honest and raw materials from Czech farmers.

More information: www.farmarsketrziste.cz

Sapa Vietnamese market Libušská 319/126, Prague 4 Bus stop: Sídliště Písnice

Dejvicka market Na Kulataku 8:00-­‐14:00 Every Saturday

Swiss Cheese Swiss cheese and Swiss specialities Tel: 602 696 412 www.swisscheese.cz

ASIAN FOODS

Japa Verdunská 21/709, Praha 6, Bubeneč Tel: 233 320 629 www.japafoods.cz Japanese food and frozen fish. Open daily 10:30 – 19:00

Arirang Korean and Japanese food shop Korunní 47/1186-­‐-­‐Praha 2 (near Nám. Míru) Tel: 603 484 802 Mon – Fri : 9:00 – 18: 00, Sat : 9:00 -­‐ 16:00 Korean and Japanese food and ingredients

Go Hyang Food Evropska 92/643, Prague 6 Tel: 224 310 660 Mon-­‐Fri 09:00-­‐20:00 Korean food and ingredients

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Shalamar Indian and Pakistani food shop, fresh Eastern spices and vegetables.

Lipanská 3, Praha 3 Tel : 222 713 522 or 608 960 942 Mon -­‐ Fri 10:00 -­‐ 19:30 and Sat: 12:00 -­‐ 19:30 www.shalamar.eu Farah Oriental Food (Halal) Arabic and Oriental specialities Myslikova 5, Praha 2 Tel: 224 930 704 Mon – Fri : 9:00 – 19:00 www.farahfood.cz

Shochiku Japanese foods Kladenská 34/5, Praha 6 Tel: 235 359 307 Mo-­‐Sa 10:00-­‐19:00

Afghan Food Catering for parties.

Tel: 732 248 366 Zarka Alekozai (Zarka is an ISP mom)

Supermarkets Open weekends too, usually from 8.00 – 20.00 Billa

Globus

Tesco

Interspar

Kaufland

Albert

Makro

www.billa.cz www.globus.cz www.tesco-­‐shop.cz www.interspar.cz www.kaufland.cz www.albert.cz www.makro.cz

MEDICAL CARE * Steps to follow in an emergency -­‐ See page 18.

Clinics

See additional clinics listed under the Emergency Information link on the ISP Health Office website.

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Canadian Medical Care Veleslavínská 1/30 – Praha 6 Tel: 235 360 133 reception www.cmcpraha.cz 24 hour GP, tel: 724 300 301 24 hour pediatrician, tel: 724 300 303 24 hour dentist, tel: 724 300 312 Offers general and specialist medical care for all ages.

Unicare Na Dlouhém lánu 563/11 – Praha 6 Tel: 235 356 553 www.unicare.cz 24 hours on call 688 103 040 or 608 103 050

Respimed ltd.

Policlinic Kartouzská pavilon "VSTUP" Kartouzská 204/6, 150 00 Praha 5 Tel: 257 225 127 e-­‐mail: info@respimed.cz web: www.respimed.cz

BcD Clinic The Clinic provides a wide range of the most up-­‐to-­‐date aesthetic dermatology services, as well as mini-­‐invasive plastic surgery, and high quality treatment for varicose and spider veins using the best medical equipment and products.

Tel: 606 048 188 or 244 471 386 Email: info@bcdclinic.cz Komplex Budějovická alej Antala Staška 77, Praha 4 www.bcdclinic.cz

OG Medical Center Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Internal Medicine, Physiotherapy, Dermatology Vodičkova 699/30, Praha 1 (Lucerna Passage) 3rd stairway, 4 and 5th floor Mobile: 608 060 680 www.oggroup.cz

TCM CLINIC Traditional Chinese medicine and products Národní 11, Praha 1 Tel: 222 075 280 or 603 512 165 www.tcmbohemia.cz

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Dentists

American Dental Hvezdova 33, Praha 4 Pankrac Tel: 241 410 001, Cell: +420 733 737 337 www.americandental.cz

American Dentist in Prague Dr. Eric Rafoth Pštrossova 10 110 00, Praha 1 Tel: 773 505 773 Emai: info@americandentist.cz www.americandentist.cz

Canadian Medical Care Veleslavínská 1/30 – Praha 6 Tel: 235 360 133 www.cmcpraha.cz Anesthesiology; dental hygiene; children’s dentistry; endodoncy; cosmetic dentistry; implantology; maxilofacial surgery; ortodoncie; dental surgery.

Swiss Dental Care Dr. Jan Rivola Nebušická 853, Praha 6 Tel: 220 960 246

www.swissdentalcare.eu Dental services: general, hygienist, surgery,orthodontics.

Languages: English, German, Czech, Italian, Greek, Russian

Dr. Žišková and Dr. Žiška Evropská 32 Tel : 233 333 708 www.eurodent32.cz Dentist and orthodontist

Erpet Medical Centrum -­‐ Dental Care for Adults and Children Pštrossova 10, Praha 1 Monday -­‐ Friday 7 a.m. -­‐ 8 p.m.

Reception: 221 595 000 ; 724 511 547 www.erpetmedical.cz Emergency: phone: 724 511 547 Offered on public holidays, Sat -­‐ Sun, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Just make an appointment by phone and your doctor will reach you in 90 minutes max.

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Orthodontist Dr. Ondrej Suchy Křižíkova 332/1, 186 00 Praha 8 Just by metro station Florenc B+C Phone: 728 671 441 Email: info@rovnatka-­‐praha.cz www.rovnatka-­‐praha.cz

Dental Emergency (Pohotovostní lékařská služba -­‐ zubní) Palackého 5, Praha 1 -­‐ Nové Město For emergencies, Mon to Fri 7 a.m.-­‐7 a.m., Sat + Sun non-­‐stop Tel: 224 946 981 MUDr. Štěpán Gála Křenova 438/9, Praha 6 Tel: +420 602 859 950 Email: stepan.gala@email.cz

Gynecologists/Obstetrics

Elena Figurová Vodičkova 30, Praha 1 Tel : 224 220 037 Mob: 608 060 680 www.oggroup.cz

Jana Stejskalova Prague Womens Health Center Kartouzská 6, Praha 5 Tel: 251 614 686 E-­‐mail: jana.stejskalova@pwhc.cz www.pwhc.cz

Bittmanova Kateřina Mánesova 64, Praha 2 Tel: 222 724 592, 603 551 393 Email: kbittmanova@gmail.com Languages: English, Czech, Slovak, German, Russian, Hebrew

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Hospitals

SEE ALSO THE SEPARATE SECTION ON PAGE 18 FOR ADVICE ABOUT WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY

Fakultni Nemocnice Motol V Úvalu 84, 150 06 Praha 5 Tel: 224 431 111 Switchboard (Czech speaking) www.fnmotol.cz email: cizinecke@fnmotol.cz The largest hospital in the country providing complete care from prenatal to elderly. Renowned centre for pediatrics.

The Foreigners Department is open Mon-­‐Fri 07.00-­‐21.00, and 8.00-­‐21.00 Sat-­‐ Sun. They speak English, French, German, Russian and Spanish.

Foreigners Dept -­‐ Adults Reception 224 433 681, 224 433 682, 224 433 674 Foreigners Dept – Children’s Reception 224 433 690, 224 433 691

Ústřední Vojenská Nemocnice Praha (Military Hospital) U Vojenské Nemocnice 1200, 169 02 Praha 6 Tel: 973 208 333 www.uvn.cz Trauma, neurosurgery and all other departments except obstetrics. Good for orthopedics. No long queues. Very little English spoken, but they will send someone who does if needed. Treats emergencies for ages 16 and up. DOES NOT TREAT CHILDREN UNDER 16.

Nemocnice na Homolce Roentgenova 2, 150 30 Praha 5 Tel: 257 271 111 www.homolka.cz

Ústav pro péči o matku a dítě Podolské nábřeží 157, 147 00 Praha 4-­‐Podolí Tel.:296 511 111 , Reception: 241 430 349, 241 432 569 www.upmd.cz Gynecology, obstetrics and neonatal care

Fakultní Thomayerova Nemocnice s Poliklinikou Vídeňská 800, 14059 Praha 4 – Krc Tel.: 261 083 120, 261 083 671 (English-­‐speaking) www.ftn.cz General Hospital and Maternity Unit

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Opticians

Alta s.r.o.

Vitezne namesti 9/817, 160 00 Praha 6 English speaking customers , please, contact Martyn Howlett Email: martyn@altaoptika.cz Tel: 602 477 428 One-­‐hour Servis store #1: Vlastina 2a, Praha 6 Phone: 233 312 665, 235 360 394

MUDr. Karásek Belohorska 35, enter from Fastrova 12, Praha 6 -­‐ Břevnov Tel: 220 513 713 Personal no: 220 510 636 www.eyedoctor.cz

Physiotherapists

Feldbaumer Elisabeth Trained in Spiraldynamic, Bobath, Touch for Health.German, English Email : feldbaumer@volny.cz

ORP Center Pod Juliskou 1805/4 -­‐ Praha 6 Tel: 233 338 112 www.orpcentrum.cz Physiotherapy, rehabilitation and orthopedics Dr. František Picek, orthopedist Dr. Gabriela Pickova, physio-­‐ and manual therapist Speaks German and limited English

Lucie Urbanová Nebušická 97, Praha 6 – Nebušice Tel: 773 469 848 Email: ordinace@fyzio.net www.fyzio.net

MOVING

Stěhování Balík s.r.o Jan Nečas (speaks English) Tel.: 272 706 560 / 316, mobile 774 729 378 www.stehovani.cz Local/international moves. Assembles/disassembles furniture, storage.

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Imrwere Moving in Prague with Imrwere company Contact person : Václav Škabraha Telephone: 773 666 234 or 774 744 719 E-­‐mail: stehovani-­‐imrwere@seznam.cz http://en.imrwere.cz/

MUSIC SHOP

Andante Mostecká 26, Praha 1 Close to Charles Bridge, wide range of CD, you can order also from catalogues.

PAINTER

Ladja Tel: 777074537 Email: langer@email.cz Email can be written in English Friendly, fast and professional.

PET SERVICES

Dog sitters, trainers, and pensions

Jakub Fořt Černokostelecká 60/1154 – Praha 10 or Řebříčková 128, Květnice Tel: 777 975 006 fort.jakub@seznam.cz He comes to your house to train and/or pick up your dog.

Zuzka Veselá Tel: 725 890 476 Obediance, agility, sport+gundog training in English.

Cat and Dog boarding

Very Important Pets Hotel and Multi Center A luxury pet hotel & resort to give your precious pets the love, attention and exercise they need. The pick up and drop off service included.

Studeněves 13 -­‐ located only 20 minutes from ISP! Tel: 724 841 799 (Petra Kuncová) or 733 273 242 (Tatiana Lisichkina) Email: p.kuncovka@seznam.cz

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www.vip-­‐pets.cz Canisregia.cz Dog hotel, training, grooming. This is about 35-­‐40 minute drive (good roads) to the northwest of Prague, past Kladno. Good English.

Contact person: Kateřina Vlčková Nádražní 154, 440 01 Telce Tel.: 774 164 661 Email: hotel@canisregia.cz

Hotel for Cats Trubská Vera Pavlikova Trubská 3, 266 01 Beroun Tel: 604 849 311 www.hoteltrubska.cz

Groomer

Dog Salon of Romana Divišová Romana Divišová Roztylské náměstí 16, Spořilov -­‐ Praha 4 Tel: 728 368 384

Pet stores

Pet Center www.petcenter.cz Full Service Pet Store – live animals, animal food, toys and cages. Located throughout Prague in Malls.

Veterinarians

For Emergency: Veterinární klinika – Bílá Hora Čistovická 413/44, Praha 6 Tel: 235 322 829 Mobil: 775 322 829 Email: animalclinic@seznam.cz www.animalclinic.cz

Veterina Nebušice Nebušická 128 Appointments available Mon-­‐Fri 9.00-­‐11.00 and 16.00-­‐19.00 Tel: 220 515 875 / 724 894 317 www.veterinanebusice.cz

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Dog/Cat Clinic Červený Vrch V Novych Vokovicich 2, Praha 6 – Vokovice Email: veterinacervenyvrch@seznam.cz Tel: 235 363 100 www.veterinacervenyvrch.cz

Clinic in Horomĕřice Velvarská 24 Tel: 220 971 236 Email: vetclinic@vetclinic.cz www.vetclinic.cz Ask for an English speaking vet. Open 7 days a week

Dr. Michaela Riedlová Dr. Zuzana Moravcová (Speaks English) Dr. Pavla Feifertova Mad'arská 3 -­‐ Praha 6 Tel: 224 323 184 Mobile: 606 516 523 Email: praha@vaseveterina.cz www.vaseveterina.cz Open Mon-­‐Fri 9.00-­‐21.00

PHARMACIES

Dejvická Lékarna Dejvická 29, 160 00 Praha 6, 224 323 786 Pharm Dr. Oleg Urban speaks excellent English and is very helpful with prescriptions and questions.

Lékarna Hanspaulka Krocínovská 3-­‐801 Mo-­‐Fr 9.00-­‐19.00, very helpful pharmacist Mgr.Pavel Melicařík

Pharmacies offering non-­‐stop service: Praha 1 Palackého, 5

224 946 982 Praha 2 U sv.Ludmily, Belgická 307 222 519 731 Praha 4 Thomayerova nemocnice, Vídeňská 800 261 083 161 Praha 5 U Anděla, Štefánikova 6 257 320 918 Praha 5 FN Motol, V Úvalu 84

224 435 736 Praha 6 Berytos, Vitězný .náměstí 13 224 325 520 Praha 8 Bulovka Hospital, Budinova 2 266 082 017 Praha 10 Lékarna v Malešicích, Plananská 1/753 274 778 901

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Lékarna Horoměřice Spojovací 34 Mon-­‐Fri 8:00-­‐17:00

PHOTO SHOP

Centrum FotoŠkoda Vodičkova 37, 110 00 Praha 1 Tel: 222 929 029 info@fotoskoda.cz www.fotoskoda.cz

Kodak Express Jugoslávskych Partyzánů 10, Prague 6 Tel: 224 322 466 www.foko.cz Located across from Billa in Dejvice. Complete photo printing services and photo albums. You can upload pictures to their website for printing and pick up at their store.

PIANO RENTAL

Český hudební fond Radlická 99, Praha 5 Tel: 251 554 940 Email: praha@hudebnifond.cz www.hudebnifond.cz Need Czech guarantor to sign for you.

Josef Kalous Nad lesikem 2353/24, Praha 6 Tel: 237 837 131 Email: klaviry.kalous@seznam.cz www.klaviry-­‐kalous.cz Good rate, Czech speaking, need a Czech guarantor to sign for you. He does rentals and fixing pianos.

PLUMBERS

Aquaplumb Tel. 800 555 100 and 220 960 636 Email: info@aquaplumb.cz www.aquaplumb.cz They work around Nebušice. Communication in Czech only.

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PRINTING SERVICES

Tercie Praha s.r.o.

Tuchoměřická 343, Praha 6-­‐Nebušice Tel: Mr. Jan Cerha -­‐ 777 775 795 (fluent in English) Email: jan.cerha@tercie.cz www.tercie.cz Services: Stationary, envelopes, flyers, posters, newsletters, brochures, books, business cards, digital and offset printing, laminating, binding, and much more.

Only 5 minutes from ISP.

Repro Fetterle s.r.o.

Jugoslávských partyzánů 1580, Praha 6 Phone: +420 233 330 651, +420 724 555 478 (entrance from the Billa supermarket parking lot) open: Mon -­‐ Fri: 7:00 -­‐ 18:00 Email: repro.fetterle@volny.cz www.reprofetterle.cz

SEAMSTRESSES/TAILORS

For (quick) alterations you can bring your clothes to Tesco in town, in the corner behind the women’s dept.

Krejčovství Jiří Bek th Kotva Department store, 4 floor, go through fabrics and sewing equipment departments, door with sign Úpravna Odĕvů Tel: 224 801 407, www.od-­‐kotva.cz

Zdenĕk Hartl Verdunská 17 – Praha 6 (for men) Tel: 224 316 038 www.hartltailor.com

Josef Klír Vinohradska 1245, Praha2 Tel: 257 532 736, 731 150 303 www.josefklir.cz Manager: Vladimir Bobok (731 373 373), Vladimir.bobok@gmail.com A celebrity designer

Studio Pokorný Tailor’s Krakovska 18, praha1 Email: studiopokorny@seznam.cz

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Tel: 602 379 372 German, Czech, limited English. Makes clothes to measure, does alterations easily, can copy items, fair prices.

Romana Hozakova Bubenecska 25, Praha 6 Tel: 739 076 500 www.rachevo.cz Speaks good English. She has (upholstery) fabrics and makes or fixes anything that has to do with curtains and blinds.

Jaroslava Palác Lucerna, Vodickova 36, Prague 1.

Opening Hours: Mon-­‐Fri 11.00-­‐19.00, Sat 11.00-­‐15.00 Tel: 606 446 177, 731 483 847 www.jaroslava.cz Design knitwear for women for any occasion in any season to support a woman's attractiveness and originality.

SHOE REPAIR

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Dejvická 11, Praha 6 , next to Raiffeisenbank Back side of Tesco, Národni 63/26 Front entrance of Tesco, Zličín Shopping center Anděl, Nový Smíchov Shopping center Šestka, next Hypernova

SIGHTSEEING / TOUR GUIDES

Marta 777 227 774 Sightseeing in English and Polish

Private Tour Guide Sona Frydlova -­‐ She speaks English, Italian, Spanish and Russian.

Tel: 604 781 800

SKI SHOPS

Ski Servis Bazaar Rental Evropská 34, Praha 6 Tel : 233 333 248 Email : skievropska@seznam.cz www.skievropska.cz Ski and snowboard rental.

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Happy Sport Národní obrany 16, Praha 6 Tel : 224 325 560 Ski service, ski rental www.happysport.cz

Harfa Sport Ceskomoravska 41, Praha 9 (Vysočany) Tel: 284 811 212 Email : harfasport@harfasport.cz www.harfasport.cz

Kubasport Na Lužci 10/226, Praha 6 www.kubasport.cz

SPORT

Cricket Czech Cricket union welcomes ex-­‐pats as well as Czechs. www.czechcricket.cz

Curling Promo Bohdalecká 25, Praha 10 Tel.:234 710 370 Curling arena: Komárkova 12, Praha 4 www.curlingpromo.cz

Football

FC Přední Kopanina Ke Goniu 123, Přední Kopanina, Praha 6 Contact Person -­‐ Tomáš Cigánek Tel: 777 753 545 www.fckopanina.cz

Golf

There are about 59 golf courses here in Czech Republic, varying from 9 holes to 36 holes. Here are some of the courses:

Botanika Golf KLub The best, award winning 9-­‐hole course in the Czech Republic Manager: Martin Peterka Tel: 606 372 215 Email: martin.peterka@vysehrad2000.cz www.golfbotanika.cz

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Erpet Golf Centrum Strakonická 2860/4, 15000 Praha 5 Tel: 296 373 111 Email: golfclub@erpet.cz Mon-­‐Sun: 8:00-­‐23:00 www.erpetgolfcentrum.cz Indoor training, English speaking trainers. Two storey driving range with sixteen tees and a large putting green. Also a nine hole course for short-­‐game practice. Four golf simulators.

Golf and Country Club Vltavanu 546, 14700 Praha 4-­‐ Hodkovičky tel. 244 460 435, 737 284 377 (reception) Email: golf@hodkovicky.cz www.hodkovicky.cz

Golf Club Praha Plzeňská 401/2, 150 00 Praha 5-­‐ Motol Tel: 420 257 216 584 Most beginners start here. 9-­‐hole course located near Prague centre. www.gcp.cz

Golf Resort Konopiště Tvoršovice 27, 25601 Benešov Tel: 420 317 784 044 Email: gcko@gcko.cz Very popular, a 36-­‐ hole course. 27 championship holes (18-­‐ holes Radecky course, 9-­‐holes D’Este course) and a 9-­‐holes public course. The courses are in a woody countryside with bunkers and several water hazards. There is also a large driving range and short game greens for practice. www.gcko.cz

Golf Resort Karlštejn a.s Běleč 272, 267 27 Liten Tel: 420 311 604 999/991, 420 602 248 424 (reception) Email: recepce@karlstejn-­‐golf www.karlstejn-­‐golf.cz 18-­‐holes championship course located near Prague. Terrain segmentation, natural glens, two pounds and several bunkers makes this course attractive

Golf Club Berovice Berovice u Slaného 15, 273 71 Zlonice Tel: 312 591 112, 602 525 242 www.gcbr.cz 9-­‐holes, fully irrigated, standardized course and wide training area. There is also a 3 par academy short hole course where no green card is required.

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Hotel Cechie Praha U sluncove 618, Praha 8 (Karlín) Tel. 266 194 111 Email: recepce@hotelcechie.cz www.hotelcechie.cz Chip&putt area, outdoor driving range

Driving Range Nad Lavkou 5, Praha 6 Tel: 774 203 730 Email: drds@drds.cz www.drds.cz

Other very beautiful and popular courses are Ypsilon in Liberec, Karlovy Vary, Cihelny and Mariánske Lázně.

Golf Shops

Golf USA Na Hůrce 2, Praha 6 Tel: 235 312 067 www.golfhouse.cz

Golf Shop www.golfintermedia.cz Zelený pruh 28, Praha 4 Tel: 244 460 212

Horseback Riding

JS Ctěnice Bohdanečská 259, Praha 9 – Vinoř Tel: 736 605 766 , 603 517 242 www.jsctenice.cz

Glord.cz Horse back riding for children Come and spend time with your children in a calming nature in a company of beautiful animals. There are 4 horses ready for you: 1 small pony, 1 medium size pony and 2 full size horses.

Contact person: Hana Hughes Tel.: 777 224 418 Email: info@glord.cz www.glord.cz

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Riding Equipment Shops

Dance and Jump Milady Horákové 452/11, Praha 7 Tel: 266 712 670, 775 945 166 www.danceandjump.cz

Equiservis Obchodni 977, Rudna u Prahy, 252 19 Tel: 257 316 782 Mobile: 602 378 801 www.equiservis.cz

Ice skating

Zimni (winter) Stadiums:

Hasa Stadion Samova 1 – Pr aha 10, Vrsovice Tel: 271 747 128 www.krasobrusleniusk.cz Home to USK Prague figure skating team.

Hvězda Na Rozdílu 1 – Praha 6, Vokovice Tel.:235 352 759 Home to Hvězda Praha; closest rink to ISP www.hokejhvezda.cz

Nikolajka U Nikolajky 2214/28, Praha 5. Not far from Nový Smíchov.

On Saturday mornings there is organized hockey and figure skating for expatriates.

Tel: 603 219 715 www.nikolajka.eu www.icehockeyandfigureskating.wz.cz

In-­‐line skating / skateboarding

Mystic A skatepark at the little island, Ostrov Štvanice, near the Hilton. To get there you have to pass the Hilton on K Štvanici and get back on Wilsonova, toward the river. On the bridge you turn right into a little street. Usually every weekend there are hours for public skating.

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Ladronka Parking along Tomanova str. Praha 6 In-­‐line skating paths in a park. Restaurant, playground

Swimming

More information can be found on www.prague.tv or www.swimmersguide.com

Baby swimming Baby Club Juklik U Jezera 2031/34 – Praha 5 Tel: 251 610 441 Email: babyclub@juklik.cz

Přípotoční 1337, entrance from Sportovní street – Praha 10 Tel: 271 726 567 Email: pripotocni@juklik.cz www.juklik.cz Classes for small children accompanied by their parents, communication in Czech and German

Erpet Sport Facility and Golf Centrum Strakonická 2860/4 – Praha 5 (Smíchov) Tel: 296 373 111 www.erpet.cz Two outdoor pools and children’s pool.

You can become a member or pay per day.

Indoor Pool in Suchdol Kamýcká 1073, Praha 6 The street next to Pension Jas on the Kamycká. 25x13 m.

Open for public on Sat. 10-­‐17.00, Sun. 10-­‐18.00 hours.

Tel.: 224 383 673 www.sportcentrum.czu.cz

Džbán Lake Nad Lávkou 5 Tel: 220 562 368 Behind the McDonalds in Šarka Park, Praha 6 The left side has free admission. On the right side you have to pay, but is better. The entrance and parking is from V Středu in Vokovice.

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Divoká Šárka 25m outdoor pool in Šarka Park Divoká Šárka 1 – Praha 6 Tel: 603 723 501, 604 460 671 Tram Stop: Divoká Šárka.

Admission: 50 Kc/ day. Open May to Sept.

Mon – Sun : 09.00 – 19.00 www.koupaliste-­‐sarka@webnode.cz

Bazén Strahov Vaníčkova 2 – Praha 6 Tel: 233 017 113 Admission: 50 Kc/hour Large indoor pool, limited public swimming hours.

Aqua Palace Praha Pražská 138, Průhonice – Cestilice, 251 01 Ricany Tel.: 271 104 111 www.aquapalace.cz

Aquapark Kladno Sportovců 818/23 , 272 01 Kladno-­‐Rozdělov Tel.: 312 291 426 www.aquapark-­‐kladno.cz

Aquapark Slaný Viceucelova Sportovni Hala.

Lacinova 1720, tel 312 526 442 www.aquaparkslany.cz Aqua park with big slide, for young and old.

Aquapark Centrum Babylon Nitranská 1 –460 12 Liberec www.centrumbabylon.cz Big aqua park, great for a day out or weekend retreat.

Intercontinental Hotel Fitness Club Náměstí Curieovych 43/5-­‐-­‐Praha 1 Tel: 296 631 525 www.icprague.com Lovely mid-­‐size swimming pool (salt water), sauna, whirlpool. Pay per admittance or discount for long-­‐term tickets. Exercise room also available.

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Aquapark Barrandov between Wassermanova street and K Barrandovu, Praha 5 Tel: 251 550 259 www.aquadream.cz New, 25m long swimming pool, 2 slides, sauna, restaurant

Štěpánek Tennis Academy Petr Štěpánek Tel: 774 613 444 Lessons in Prague´s City Centre (at SK Start and Erpet Golf Centrum) Email: info@puredrive.cz www.puredrive.cz Prague Sharks International Swimming Club Contact person: Eva Chalupova Tel: 775 266 284 Swim club for English-­‐speaking children and adults www.praguesharks.com

Tennis

This is a list of tennis clubs recommended by ISP parents To find more clubs look on www.prague.tv or www.expats.cz.

Tennis Centrum Mandlík Tel: 731 554 007 – lessons www.tenis-­‐centrum-­‐mandlik.cz Court rental and lessons in Nebušice

British Tennis Academy Jason R. Collins, Director of Tennis Tel: 608 865 824 Email: Jason@btaprague.com or david@btaprague.com www.britishtennisacademy.cz Český Lawn Tennis Klub Ostrov Štvanice 38 -­‐ Praha 7 Tel: 222 316 317 www.cltk.cz Email: recepce@cltk.cz Prague’s most prestigious club with an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, fitness and sauna. Only for members. Organises ATP tournaments. Open for public at weekends and on weekdays only until 3 p.m.

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Tennis Aritma Nad Lávkou 5 – Praha 6 (end of v Středu in Vokovice) Tel: 235 358 551 or 235 358 554 www.skaritma.cz

Van Wyk Tennis Strahovské Nádvoři 132/1, Prague 1-­‐Hradčany Email: info@vanwyktennis.com Tel: Hana: 775 489 439 and Coenie: 608 095 522 Languages: English, Czech, Afrikaans, German www.vanwyktennis.com

STATIONERY / ART

Ali Marshall Tel: 776 042 819 Exclusive stationery, beautiful portraits

SCHOOL TRIPS / SPECIAL GROUPS

Prague Adventure Camps (Bryan Bambrick) Tel : 777 196 977 www.pragueadventures.cz info@pragueadventures.cz Camps, parties, trips for children and families

TAKE AWAY / DELIVERY

www.delivery.cz tel.:800 769 869 Food delivery from several restaurants

www.market.cz on-­‐line shopping.Delivery to the house up 3 flights of stairs.

Pizza Go Home Tel: 283 870 000 www.pizzagohome.cz

Pizza Continent Hrdinů 4, Horoměřice Tel.: 775 344 534, delivery www.pizzacontinent.cz

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Family Frost The yellow trucks sell frozen meats and vegetables, ice cream. Ask the driver for a menu. If you do not see the truck in your neighborhood, you can request a visit on the website Tel: 323 608 725 www.family-­‐frost.cz

Bakeshop Praha Kozí 1, near Old Town Square Tel: 222 316 823 or info@bakeshop.cz www.bakeshop.cz Fresh baked breads, pastries, salads, savoury and sweet tarts. Will deliver.

Himalaya Indian restaurant Soukenická 2, Praha 1 Tel 739 035 371, 233 353 594 Email: info@himalayarestaurant.cz www.himalayarestaurant.cz Delivery within Prague Drinks service Štěpán Kismal Mobil: 724 970 580 www.drinksservice.cz Delivers: juices, water, beer, wine, toilet/kitchen rolls, washing liquids etc mostly in Nebušice and Horoměřice, speaks excellent English.

TAXI

School Transportation Peter Sláma Tel.:774 612 030 petrslcar@seznam.cz

AAA Taxi Tel: 14014 Very reliable 24hr taxi service.

AAA minibus taxis (24 hrs notice) Tel: 221 102 252 Order between 8:30 to 16:00

Modry Andel Tel: 737 222 333 Drink and drive in your own car.

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Umbrella Travel&Fun Tel.: 226 539 935, 725 325 325 www.umtf.eu Luxury cars, medium and large buses for a set price. VIP service and sightseeing available.

Profi Taxi Tel: 261 314 151 844 700 800 www.profitaxi.cz Reliable taxi service used by a number of businesses in Prague

Josef Celina Tel: 608 272 272 Private transport for a set price. Can also transport large objects at a reasonable price.

Tick Tack Taxi Tel: 14222 Clean, reliable, excellent service www.ticktack.cz

Drink S.O.S. Tel: 604 707 070, 774 706 070, 267 913 171 Don’t drink and drive. If you can’t leave your car behind, they’ll pick you up and drive both you and your car back home. www.drinksos.cz

TEACHERS

Music teachers

International Choir of Prague Brendan Coleman, tel.:728 719 901 Šárka Coleman, tel.728 892 928 www.praguechoir.cz

International School of Music and Fine Arts Tel 731 445 213, 731 445 215 www.musicschoolprague.com info@musicschoolprague.com Offers lessons in English or ask for your native language, wide range of courses and instruments. ABRSM certificate. Family concerts every month.

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Guitar •

Robert , Tel.: 607 726 862

Piano • Nad Algai – Czech State Music School

Piano lessons plus other art lessons, teachers available in English Prague 6, 220 610 640

Recorder • Markéta, Tel : 723 272 554

Saxophone/clarinet • Kašpar Cell, Tel : 603 803 547

Saxophone/clarinet/recorder • Otokar Bretsneider, Tel : 224 921 921/777 290 002 Email: bretsneider.otokar@volny.cz

Singing • Caroline, Tel: 608 650 570 Does adult choir and voice lessons

Violin, flute, guitar, voice, piano, music theory and history of music • Anna Mlinariková tel: +420 607 590 019 Lessons for children as well as for adults in Czech or in English http://www.annamlinarikova.com

Language teachers

Most of them will come to your house.

CZECH

CZ Lingua Wuchterlova 5, Praha 6 Phone: 603 480 667 Email: info@czlingua.cz

Barbora Mahlerová Tel 233 350 800, 773 613 336 Barbora.mahler@gmail.com

Jan Svarovský Tel: 723 087 935

Daniel Suchý daniel.suchy@seznam.cz Tel: 777 592 778

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RUSSIAN

Irina Tsurgan Tel : 604 537 058 Email : studycom@mail.ru

Lidija Gumanska Tel : 734 710 792 Email : gumanska@email.cz

TIRE SERVICE

Pneuservice K Vizerce Next to the police station in Nebušice.

Tel: 220 961 599 No English, some German.

WATER

Crystalis Tel: 844 844 444 crystalis@crystalis.cz

Štěpán Kismal www.drinksservice.cz

WEIGHT CONTROL

Nutritionist Na Pořičí 38, 110.000 Praha 1 Monika Divišová (her assistants speaks English) Tel : 222 322 237/ 603 460 311 T: 777 600 854 monika@zhubni10kg.cz

Fitness-­‐Training at Home Mgr. Ondřej Diviš Tel: 604 589 946 Email: info@fitness-­‐trenink-­‐doma.cz www.fitness-­‐trenink-­‐doma.cz

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WINE SALES AND SHOPS

Wine Depot Hrdinů 4, Horoměřice www.wine-­‐depot.cz Open Mon-­‐Fri 10:00 – 20:00, Sat 8:00 – 14:00

Cellarius Pasáž Lucerna, Štěpánská 61, Praha 1 Tel.: 224 210 979 www.cellarius.cz Wines from all over the world. Well labeled. Staff speaks some English and very helpful.

Chez Greg Wine Shop French and Spanish wines and foods.

Wine, tastings, events Puškinovo náměstí 8, Praha 6, 160 00 ISP contact: Tasha Sprague Watkins Tel: 602 959 571 Email: tasha@domcollin.cz www.chezgregpereetfils.cz

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EMERGENCIES

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Emergency, all services

Ambulance (cash about 2000kc is needed) Fire

Police – State

Police – City

Problems with: Gas

Water, pipes…

Electricity

Roads

Street lights

112 155 150 158 156

1239 840 111 112 224 915 151 224 231 856 244 470 800

USEFUL NUMBERS

Czech Republic Directory Information International Directory Information

Assistance on the road

Airport

1180 1181 1230 220 113 321

* Steps to follow in an emergency. See page 18.

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