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General Information & Forums >> Relocation and Living in Moscow Information ‘Living in Moscow’ relocation book and ‘Fun Stuff’ listing (regular, updated information on news and events, available nannies and drivers, charities, buy/sell, apartments etc.) – contact: barbara.spier@alliedpickfords.ru, visit: www.livinginmoscow.ru – English www.infoservices.com/moscow: ‘Yellow Pages’ directory – English www.evans.ru: real estate and relocation agent (useful info and school list provided) – English www.expatica.ru: community, information and news with articles and forum – English >> Websites, Forums and Listings Information www.moscowlinks.com: comprehensive listing of useful websites and things of interest – English www.expat.ru and www.redtape.ru: information, forum (with ‘Family and Children’ section) – English www.moscow-life.com: information listing, including news, sightseeing etc. – English www.meetup.com: information, message board (go to ‘Moskva Expat Brit Group’) – English http://eng.moscowout.ru: information, forum – English www.moscownest.com: useful links and information primarily to support Nestle's expat employees in Moscow but open to all – English >> Miscellaneous (including charity donations) The British Council (www.britishcouncil.ru): library and information centre – English IWC Donations Office (iwcdo@yahoo.com, tel. 8 916 136 4955): open Mon 11am-1pm at Apt 1A, Entrance 1, 3 Gruzinsky Pereulok (collections also at Pokrovsky Hills and Rosinka). St. Andrew's Church also accepts donations for their "Trash & Treasure" shop, open on Saturdays. Please call the office on 629 9889 to arrange a convenient delivery date/time. Address: 8 Voznesensky Pereulok. www.standrewsmoscow.org. >> Russian Forums, Journals and Information (including education; see also UK and Other International Websites section below) www.brit-education.co.uk: London-based agency offering UK education advice including summer schools and universities for Russian children and adults – Russian, English www.grata.ru: education and travel agency for Russian children and adults covering Europe and North America – Russian www.happymama.ru: maternity help – Russian Kids, Moi Malenki, Moi Kroha i Ya: journals available in some restaurants and cafes featuring articles on and for children – Russian www.nanya.ru: information and forum for parents – Russian www.deti.ru: information-entertainment portal – Russian In addition to the Perinatal Medical Center (www.perinatalmedcenter.ru) and Centre for Family Planning and Reproduction (www.cps-moscow.ru) listed on the Medical page and the article "Giving Birth in Moscow as a Foreigner" on the Editoral page, here are some useful Russian websites for choosing a birthing clinic etc.: www.roddoma.ru, www.mamapapa.ru, www.rodi.ru >> Expat Blogs http://americangirlsinmoscow.blogspot.com/ ("musings of an expat mom in her fifth year of living in Russia's capital") – interesting blog with good references to play areas, parks, family-friendly restaurants etc. as well as links to further information on more general topics such as expat living and education – English http://dividingmytime.typepad.com/my-blog/ – interesting articles and observations covering a variety of topics (including expat life and education) by freelance American photographer, historian and humour columnist married to a Russian, now living between Russia and America – English Going Out & What’s On www.afisha.ru: informative magazine and books on children, restaurants etc. – Russian www.osd.ru: ‘what’s on’ guide - Russian www.parter.ru and www.kontramarka.ru: ticket bookings, theatre and shows – Russian www.bolshoi.ru: Bolshoi Theatre programmes and bookings - English www.mosconsv.ru: Conservatory (House of Music) programmes and bookings - English Theatre booking offices: timetables, shows (many have children’s programmes on Sundays) Free English-language publications (pick up hard copies at cafes, hotels, supermarkets etc. around town): www.inyourpocket.com, www.moscowtimes.ru, www.mnweekly.ru (see below), www.go-magazine.ru, www.passportmagazine.ru, www.elementmoscow.ru, www.whererussia.com, www.lifestyle.ru etc. Phoebe’s Weekend Walks Phoebe Taplin, is a contributing writer for The Moscow News. Pick up a copy of this free weekly English-language newspaper or visit their website to read her latest article (you can also use their search function to view her previous articles; some links are provided in this website under their relevant headings). Every week Phoebe focuses on a different area in and around Moscow with a special "Family Friendly Features" note. If you are interested in joining Phoebe on a walk, please contact her via The Moscow News or visit www.phoebetaplin.com. Phoebe also writes general articles for her column, such as: "Kid Friendly Dining in Moscow" at: http://www.mnweekly.ru/local/20080626/55335116.html (issue 25, 2008); "Moscow in Bloom" at: http://www.mnweekly.ru/feature/20090521/55377359.html (issue 19, 2009); "Moscow's Nature Trails" at: http://www.mnweekly.ru/feature/20090618/55380258.html (issue 23, 2009); "Go Wild in Moscow's Parks" at: http://www.mnweekly.ru/feature/20091019/55390525.html (issue 40, 2009); and "Winter Wonderlands" at: http://www.mnweekly.ru/local/20091214/55396099.html (issue 48, 2009). www.mnweekly.ru Search Engines www.yandex.ru: search engine - Russian www.menu.ru: restaurant search engine (including children’s section) – English www.advise.ru: children-related information (including schools by area) – Russian www.edu-all.ru: search for schools and kindergartens by area, specialisation etc. – Russian UK and Other International Websites >> Activities for Children www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies – activities, stories, games etc. www.dltk-cards.com – make and print your own award charts, calendars etc. www.under5s.co.uk – colouring and activity pages etc. for young children >> Education and Learning Activities (see also 'Schools Abroad' on the Schools & Kindergartens page) www.boardingschools.co.uk – information guide with search facility (UK focus with worldwide links) www.carfax-consultants.com – educational consultancy and guardianship services for overseas families www.gridclub.telegraph.co.uk – fun learning website for ages 5-12, linked to the curriculum (J29.95 annual subscription) www.gsgi.co.uk (Good Schools Guide International) – independent advice and information with search facility and articles www.parentsintouch.co.uk – useful educational and parenting information (J7.50 annual subscription) www.schoolchoiceintl.com – advice and information with search facility and articles www.school-guidance.co.uk – independent UK school search and guidance service from pre-school to university >> Expat and Parenting www.britishmums.com – international community for expat British mums (£30 membership) www.expatwomen.com – information and articles for women living overseas including section for mothers etc. www.expatexchange.com – information for those living overseas www.ivillage.co.uk – ‘website for women’ with pregnancy and baby section, forums etc. www.mumsnet.com – parenting website with forums, reviews, tips etc. >> Health www.nctpregnancyandbabycare.com (National Childbirth Trust) – information on giving birth in the UK with forum and egroups www.nhs.uk, www.kidshealth.org – medical/health information for parents and children www.vaccineinformation.org – immunisation info for children etc. >> Miscellaneous www.easy2name.com – stick, iron and sew on school name labels (worldwide delivery) www.londonrussianchildrensclub.com – family club in London hosting events in Russian (see also www.pushkinhouse.org) http://flyingwithchildren1.blogspot.com/ – tips and advice on travelling with children written by US flight attendant www.backpackkids.org – safety planning checklist for parents, teachers and group leaders of children travelling overseas (including Unaccompanied Minors) >> Shopping www.amazon.com (co.uk) – books etc. with delivery option to Russia (takes about 2 months) www.mybestbook.co.uk – personalised children’s books to order www.partypieces.co.uk – online children’s party suppliers (order by theme, age etc.) www.peppermint.com/guide – information on baby carriers with international delivery option www.2littleboys.co.uk – gift ideas for children, including ‘my first camera’ pack etc. >> TV and Film www.imdb.com – film database (useful for checking worldwide certification ratings etc.) www.filmon.com – live TV broadcast from UK and other international channels (free download required) |
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