Housing for sale

• Montieri (Grosseto) - north Maremma, about 30 mins from the seaside. Detached villa, 90 squared-metres, with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, partially furnished. The villa is located in the historic centre of the town, near a chestnut wood, at 750 metres above sea level. Sale price 120.000 euro. E-mail black1951@libero.it

Housing for rent

• Large building in central Florence for rent to University program or other from Jan 2013; sleeps 90 in rooms with private bath, plus various large spaces, well appointed, a/c, wifi, up to code, small parking lot.
   E-mail scatizzi@email.it
• Piazza Liberta 3 bedroom plus studio. large furnished apartment, 2 bathrooms, balcony, elevator, small garage, 3rd floor with elevator and lots of light. asking 1,700 epm inc condominium. E-mail Judieanne at
  coloursoftuscany@bigpond.com or phone 3358390712.

• One bedroom apt in centre, via alfani. bathroom, lounge, furnished. price
  850epm. Call Judieanne 3358390712 at Colours of Tuscany or E-mail
  coloursoftuscany@bigpond.com

Rooms for rent

• 500 Euros/Utilities incl Double bedroom, use to bathroom, kitchen, hall closet, terrace, washer, elevator, brand new. Close to Batoni tram stop & Polimoda. Female only, with 2 Italian students. Immediate Cell +39 38 96 571195
   E-mail Field215hockey@netscape.net

Vacation rentals

• Youth Residence Firenze 2000. San Frediano area. Ideal for students, tourists, for both long- and short-term stays. 32 rooms, private bathrooms and a/c, WiFi, Bicycles, Public spaces, Wash & Dry Area, Summer Gazebos. Snack machines. For Info/booking/prices: Tel. +39.055.2335558 - Fax +39.055.2336990 www.cheap-hotel-florence.com

• Are you a University or school with an abroad program in Italy? Youth Residence Firenze 2000 - Central Florence - San Frediano Area. 32 rooms with private restrooms, a/c, wifi, laundry room, snack/drink machines, lounges, summer/winter common rooms, parking area. Tel. 055 2335558
   www.cheap-hotel-florence.com

• I Lecci Holiday Apartments are set in an idyllic position overlooking the rolling hills of the Val di Chiana. Close Montepulciano & Cortona they are an ideal base for an unforgettable Italian holiday. www.ilecci-villas.com E-mail info@ilecci-villas.com
• The Heritage Residence 'Via Santo Spirito 6' offers accomodation in rooms and apartments. The ideal location for both a romantic weekend, as well as for a family city-break at the best rates. Private art courses and guided tours will make your stay an unforgettable experience! For information: +39.055.288082.
   E-mail info@residenzadepoca-viasantospirito6.it
• Il Salotto di Firenze B&B located in splendid Via Roma at the corner with the magnificent Piazza Duomo, includes 4 bedrooms and 2 welcoming single rooms. Private, intimate and reserved in a completely refurnished artistic building in the heart of Florence. For information: +39.055.218347
   www.ilsalottodifirenze.it E-mail info@ilsalottodifirenze.it

Jobs wanted

• Female American student, basic italian looking for part time babysitting or tutoring jobs E-mail Hannaenavarro@gmail.com
• American designer/jeweler (BFA RISD) looking for freelance graphic design jobs, 10 years of experience in art/design. Schedule is flexible. Contact me for work examples. www.kellieriggs.com E-mail kellieriggs@gmail.com
• American female student, 21, studying abroad looking for a babysitting/nanny position flexible schedule a lot of experience with children of all ages Pets okay Email asap E-mail alyssabattaglia3@hotmail.com
• American student looking for a part time job babysitting in Florence. Intermediate italian. E-mail stacyzolnikov@yahoo.com
• Female, 37yrs, American English mother tongue, CTEFL, Fluent in Spanish and Beginner Italian seeks job in teaching or mental health in Florence.
   E-mail tequi74@yahoo.com
• 20 year old American college student studying in Florence. Looking to babysit, have experience and references upon request. E-mail pinkbekah@yahoo.com
• 21 year old American female college student looking for a babysitting job, I have experience, if you have more questions please contact me - I have references if requested. E-mail arb.italy@yahoo.com
• American student with ability to speak Italian looking for babysitting jobs. I will be in Florence until June. E-mail oloconne@syr.edu
• Educated female, American English mother tongue looking for work. Experience teaching/tutoring (CTEFL), working with children, counseling and other skills. E-mail tyuscia@hotmal.com
• American university student looking for part time babysitting work! Available to start immediately. References available upon request. E-mail allison@sherratt.org
• I am available for many kinds of jobs. I am a student who speaks fluent English, Arabic, and some Italian. In the past I have worked as a secretary, a bartender, and language tutor. E-mail rtmelia@hotmail.com
• I am a 23 year old American female who can speak English and Italian. I have a university degree. I am looking for any type of work in Florence starting in May. E-mail jl960729@dal.ca
• American female student looking for work as a part-time babysitter. Have lots of experience nannying and working with children. Will be here until May. E-mail amyberray@gmail.com
• American girl with an Italian Passport looking for a job in Firenze! Currently work as an Editor in California, USA. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing E-mail jennacloeser@gmail.com
• 25yo Italian-American female seeking work. Past positions within fashion, advertising, IT and law include assistant to c-level executives, coordinator, web design, mgmt. E-mail danielle.campagnone1@gmail.com
• Female experienced Nanny, English mother tongue, 29 yrs, enthusiastic, energetic, warm, looking for Nanny role, fluent Spanish, advanced Italian&French, qualified English teacher. E-mail claramoon82@hotmail.com
• American woman: professional actress, dancer, singer. Experienced in theatre, math, English teacher & as babysitter. Proficient in Italian. Seeking employment between May 19-Sept 3. E-mail anyaitaliana@gmail.com
• 23 Hawaiian-Italian-American girl. Seeking part time babysitting/tutoring position. With a BA degree in Elementary Education, many years of Babysitting experience & CPR. E-mail catherine@vericella.com

Help wanted

• Career Opportunity teaching with fm36 Method. fm36 Centre is looking for dedicated mother-tongue language teachers: 2 English, 2 German, 1 French, 1 Portuguese, 2 Chinese and 2 Italian. Must have good Italian and general communication skills, flexibility, a car and working papers. All teachers currently working for the fm36 Centre have been trained in the Method. Qualified candidates will receive the training at a discount. Send CV to info@fm36.eu for an initial interview. www.fm36.eu

• Dynamic American International English language school in Florence looking for TEFL certified teachers. Must be able to work legally and have BA Degree. E-mail italiausa@virglio.it
• Active travel company BACKROADS seeks Trip Leaders for biking & hiking vacations worldwide. Multi-lingual, active candidates are encouraged to apply. Must be committed to the highest level of service with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. www.backroads.com/leader E-mail LeaderApplicants@backroads.com
• Live-in nanny required, english mother language, for 2 kids, 6.5 yr girl and 2.5 boy. 1 day off every week and a half, house 10 min walk to piazza Duomo, benedetta.liviaeleo@gmail.com

• Experienced English/American secretary/assistant is requested for an international medical Foundation based in Ferrara. Well presented and professional in appearance. Telephone and written contacts with scientists all over the world. Highly organized and capable to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time and permanent job. Good salary. Please send your resum?
   E-mail asperto.s@alice.it
• We are looking for an au pair girl, living with us, who speaks and teachs english to our children of 4 (the girl) and 7 (the boy) years old. We live in the center of Florence. If you are interested please contact me: Marta 329.9530070
   E-mail martasoloio@hotmail.com
• Babysitter English speaker for 9 month old baby girl in exchange for room and meals. English Italian speaking family near city centre. You must love children be kind and patient with very responsible attitude. Call Sandra 3201813139 E-mail sandymorrissey@hotmail.com
• Young, bubbly english speaker child psychologist looking for a position as a nanny/baby-sitter/special needs nanny in Firenze. Checkable, excellent references from english and italian families available upon request.
   E-mail nikoletta.aldo@hotmail.co.uk
• We are seeking for  a "live in" babysitter au pair (who speaks only english with us), from february 2012, who wants to stay in Italy at least until July 2012 . We are a family with two Kids of 8 (the girl) and 12 (the boy) years old. We live in the center of Florence near Piazza Santa Croce. If you are interested please contact me: Benedetta Corti E-mail bene@imotem.it
• SALES POSITION available, sales experience + computer skills necessary.
   E-mail creativespiritenterprises@gmail.com

Classes, leisure activities

• Italian or Japanese individual lessons in Florence. Sharpen your grammar to enjoy conversation. Fluent English, Japanese, French spoken. Call Alberto and his Japanese wife Fumiko, tel. 055-475152.
   www.azlanguage.it E-mail info@azlanguage.it
• Earn a TEFL Certificate. Train to teach English as a foreign language. New courses monthly - 4 weeks, 120 hr, 10 hr teaching practice. Graduate credits offered towards a master in TESOL. Via Lingua Florence Tel. 055 283161 www.cteflflorence.com E-mail florence@vialingua.org
• Academic study for adults. Our program offers various levels of short and long-term courses in Art History, Villas & Gardens, Studio Arts, Italian Language and Cooking. www.rockyruggiero.com E-mail info@rockyruggiero.com
• Learn to make beautiful & functional jewelry using a wide variety of Italian-made materials. Private and group instruction available in a casual and creative atmosphere. Beginners welcome! Tel. 055 2399182 www.BeadedLilyGlassWorks.com E-mail info@beadedlilyglassworks.com
• Gift Making: From a Murano glass rod to an original design beaded necklace: A 12-Hour combination Bead Making & Jewelry Design course. Beginners welcome! Tel. 055 239 9182 www.BeadedLily.com/combo E-mail info@BeadedLily.com
• Teacher with experience, excellent method and degree in teaching Italian as foreign language offers lessons. 24 euro for 1 and 1/2 hour. First time 12 euro. Mario 333 3693979 E-mail geracese@yahoo.it
• COOK EAT ITALIAN. Fun, affordable, small group cooking classes in Florence. *FEBRUARY ONLY* Tuesdays are Student Nights- Cooking class+Supper+Wine = euro 15. Tel 055 9064092 www.cookeatitalian.com E-mail info@cookeatitalian.com
• Revisiting Photography, a workshop with Alex Subrizi. 10-week seminar favors doing and dialog over tools and technical jargon. Limited to 10 participants and meets weekly 9am to 12.30pm starting March 7. Fondazione Studio Marangoni
   E-mail school@studiomarangoni.it
• Open Studio: creativity & personal growth workshop at the Accademia del Giglio. Come let yourself play, nurture your awareness, and unblock your creativity in a supportive group using the creative process to be more present, deepen self-understanding, and support our personal &/or creative development and goals. No previous experience or skill needed; all materials provided. Come try it for free. Open Studio Workshop meets every other SATURDAY from 2:30-5pm. Next meetings FEB. 11, FEB 25. To RSVP/ questions call 055-230-2467 E-mail artistforaday@hotmail.com
• MUSIC/ENGLISH LESSONS. BA english speaking graduate offering tuition in piano and violin. Beginners welcome. Also a qualified TEFL teacher, available to teach english to all levels. Contact: 3426262114 E-mail megan-lowri@hotmail.co.uk

Health, sport & wellness

• Gymnasium Fitness Center. Fully equipped gym, fitness training, body flow, dance courses. Solarium & Sauna. Discounts for students. Via Palazzuolo 49r. Tel. 320 1748812
   E-mail gymnasium.firenze@gmail.com
• A holistic approach to individualized patient care SKIN Aesthetic Medical Clinic provides quality aesthetic solutions: Botox, Filler, Cellulite Treatments, Photorejuvenation, Facials, Detox Programs, Non-invasive Face and Body Lifts, Dermatologist, Dietician. Tel. 055.2741503 E-mail info@skinaestheticlinic.com
• Your dentist in the Centre of Florence. We take care of your mouth and of those headaches, back and neck pains provoked by unbalanced dentition. Dental office, via Sassetti 6. Tel. 055 215414, call for quick appointments 333 9565550.

• YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS - With over 20 years of experience in private practice in Canada, I now look forward to assisting the English speaking community in Florence. If you, or a family member, are struggling with a mental health, emotional, or behavioural issue please call Elizabeth 3466577690 E-mail connollycounseling@gmail.com
• Alcoholics Anonymous. Meetings in English from Tue to Sat. Location: Via B. Rucellai 9 (St James Church) Firenze. Call us for information: Tel. 347-6985340 E-mail englishaaflorence@gmail.com
• 19r Yoga Pilates. Teacher Training Stuido. Daily Ashtanga, Pilates, Warm Yoga. Contact Melissa 339 1970902. Via dei Bardi 19r (steps from Ponte Vecchio) Ground Floor. www.19ryogapilates.com

• FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CARE. We treat in a natural and manual way conditions as back pain, sciatic, dizziness, headaches, shoulder/ elbow and wrist pain, hip/ knee and ankle pain. Kids and adults are welcome. Dr Alexandre LEDUC, Via F. Grifeo 6 - Piazza Nuovo Mercato 1. T. 3338596396 E-mail leduc.alexandre.chiro@gmail.com
• NATURAL MEDICINE: If you are tired of the same aches and pains come explore the holistic natural alternatives available to you. There is an answer for everything within you. www.viaggioconsapevole.com E-mail info@viaggioconsapevole.com
• BODY LANGUAGE PILATES YOGA STUDIO near centro, offers 20+ weekly classes/privates in English. Also, 160-hour Pilates Mats certification in English on select weekends from Jan-Mar 2012! For info contact Dennis Clark, 335-790.4029, www.pilatesinenglish-florence.com, FB- Body Language Pilates Yoga

• Arthur Styling. Hair stylist, aesthetic treatments, cosmetics, solarium, spa treatments, bridal service, nail reconstruction. 10/15% Student discount. Piazza Pitti 4/5r. Tel. 055 285510
   E-mail arthurstyling@libero.it
• BIOENERGY RE-BALANCING. Healing with bio-energy has been around for thousands of years. By re-balancing and equilibrating any imbalances in the body's natural flow of energy, we can strengthen our immune system, speed up our blood circulation and repair damage to our bodies. A 30 minute BIOENERGY RE-BALANCING treatment can activate the self-healing abilities of the body and promote deep relaxation and a profound sense of well being. Available on Wednesdays (12 - 4:30pm) at 19R Yoga Pilates Studio, Via dei Bardi 19r (150m from the Ponte Vecchio). For appointments, call Federico Grabau. Tel: 349 8315797 www.pranotherapy.it

• HOLISTIC LIFE COACH. Do you want to be happy NOW? Are you ready to discover your true self and learn to live your best life? Call me for a free session Rachel 331-4275697 E-mail sunshinecentrale@gmail.com
• Munstermann Cosmetical & Phytotherapy products. The "farmacia" has perpetuated for almost a century an old-fashioned tradition of producing medicinal preparatives and natural cosmetics. Open Tue-Sat 10am-1pm / 2-7pm. Piazza Goldoni 2r. Tel. 055/210660
   www.munstermann.it

Services

• Rent a car with driver. Full day or half day city tours, Chianti, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, outlet shopping and wherever you'd like to go. Transfer from/to airport/station in car 25e, van 50e. Special services for residents. Call 055 3061229
   E-mail giuliani@autonoleggiogiuliani.it
• Florence Pc Clinic computer consultants. Trained professionals can resolve all Win, Mac, Tel and Internet problems. Website hosting, creation and design. Pc and Mac repair, new computer setup, virus removal and protection, data backup, software and hardware installation, and much more!  Call  +39.334.1085438
   www.florencepcclinic.com E-mail help@florencepcclinic.com
• Career Coach. Extensive experience in resume development, interview preparation and job search strategies. E-mail writemeinflorence@yahoo.com
• Life-Coaching offered in English and Italian. You can use your mind more consciously to empower your skills: overcome your limiting behaviours and become the person you want to be. 75 euro/h, FREE first session. www.barbarafossi.com E-mail info@barbarafossi.com
• Safe Shipping Solutions. Specialized in shipping of every product type, including olive oil, vinegar and wine bottles. Home pick-up, packing, crating and freight to your desired address. Caratello, via dell'Agnolo 115r. Tel. 055/0118470 www.caratello.net
   E-mail firenze@caratello.net
• Guided autobiography in English for the local English speaking Community, a very interesting instrument to help self-confidence, relationship and family problems. You don't have to be an author to write your life story! Professional Counselor Ms Loretta Galli T. 3384607276. Certified by Assocounseling REG-AO389-2011

• QUALIFIED ENGLISH SPEAKING CARPENTER. Services include flooring, roofing, kitchen units and general carpentry. Also experienced in tiling and house renovations. Tel:3490747012 E-mail cymrogareth@hotmail.com

Personals

• English Speaking Expat Group. Get together in a nurturing environment to support one another in this adventure as an immigrant in Italy. www.aFriendInFlorence.com E-mail admin@aFriendInFlorence.com

• Looking for language exchange partner in Firenze. I'll give my english and you? Your italian! E-mail me: nikoletta.aldo@hotmail.co.uk and see you soon! Nikoletta
  

• Adorable sweet Brussels Griffon looking for a new home. Sweet, kind nature, home trained. Please call: 055245074 or 3338284843 E-mail nonnagraziafirenze@gmail.com

Office for rent

• Large and luminous room with independant entrance and bathroom available at The Florentine's studio. Rent a desk or the whole room inclusive of utilities, ADSL internet, printer, use of coffee maker and shared kitchen, meeting room w/ reservation. Call 055.223398 www.flod.it/cooffice/ E-mail info@flod.it

Kids services, activities

• INSPIRING YOUNG ARTISTS. Art Classes for toddlers to teens. ArtStart: Arts & Crafts classes ages 2-12. Studio A: Art Lessons ages 7&up. Visit the website for more information or call Alanna at 388-653-7453. artscapesbyalanna.com/classes.php E-mail artscapesbyalanna@gmail.com

Professionals

• Legal-Tax-Technical advice. Commercialisti Consulting is a firm providing through its circuit Accounting, Tax, Legal, Notarial, Architectural services. Our team provides services in due diligence and assistance for Real Estate purchases/sales. Dr. Tommaso Francalanci, Via dei Sette Santi 53, 50131 Firenze, T.055-5000850, mob. 347-6732326. www.commercialisticonsulting.eu E-mail tommasofrancalanci@commercialisti.fi.it
• NEED HELP EDITING A MANUSCRIPT FOR PUBLICATION? US&UK published translator/writer with degree from Columbia University is available for all editing assistance. Contact 39-3472483921 E-mail os40@columbia.edu