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Welcome & thanks for joining in here, along with fellow Xpats in the Loop!
You're in good company together with thousands of expats & high-level locals
- a cosmopolitan circle of internationally-minded peope: the Xpat Community.

1. First we must start with a review of recent news about the Ukraine Crisis:
* Watch: Putin's War - Is Russia Now A Threat to Hungary & C.E. Europe?
* International Organisations Praise Hungary's Handling Of Refugees
* 'Prostitution, Exploitation Risk' for Refugees at Hungarian Border
* Watch: What Ukrainian Refugees Find at Border to Hungary

* Hungary Reaffirms it Won't Forward Weapons or Troops

2. Next up are Interviews with expats you may know, or may want to know:
* Julia Grandi, Erotic Model Agency Owner & Adult Movie Producer
* Gevalin Bradbury, Thai Massage Therapist & Visa Consultant
* Sean Falli, Owner of Down Under Bar in Budapest
* Esther Holbrook, Writer, Actress & Voice Artist
*
Daniel J. Poisson, CEO, DunaPro

3. As always below is an essential selection of News, Information & Inspiration:
Plus there are fresh Specials, new Movies in Budapest, and What's On highlights.
- see Calendar for more current Contemporary, Classical & Community events.

Now here's hoping you enjoy what's in it for you below.
Yours with best wishes & kind regards, 
Team XpatLoop

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Calendar highlights

Drag Queen Bingo with 'Ms Valerie Divine'

Earlier such events sold out - "Join for 3 games this time, 3 times the fun, 3 times more inappropriate, and more time for drinks," say the organisers. Bingo cards are just 500ft.

10 March - Down Under Bar Budapest

Fundraiser for Ukraine: English Comedy Evening

Featuring some of the best comedians in Budapest, and also a special comedian from abroad, to raise money for Migration Aid to help Ukrainian refugees with food and shelter.

11 March - Manyi Cultural Space Budapest

Magic Mic Comedy Presents: Stand-Up for Ukraine

Hosted by dynamic duo Albert Ertl and Sid Moorthy, featuring local stand-up favorites and headliner US comedian Erin Crouch for her first-ever show in Budapest.

12 March - Down Under Bar Budapest

Classical Music, Opera, Theatre: 'Le Mariage forcé'

Molière's 1664 play, for which Lully composed music, is a comédie-ballet combining a dramatic plot, singing and dancing. A rare occasion to watch such a combo live.

13 March - Palace of Arts Budapest

'Los Santos Party' Floating on the Danube

If in these dark days you feel like, "a festivity of joy featuring the greatest hits from the 80's up to now, inc lots of rap, R'n'B, and Hip-Hop," then this party is for you.

14 March - A38 Ship Budapest

Holiday Programs to Commemorate Hungarian Revolution of 1848

All-day festive programs in the Buda Castle and the Castle Garden Bazaar (Várkert Bazár), all for free.

15 March - Várkert Bazár Budapest

Expat Theatre: Asterion Project presents - Square in English

This play is about forbidden relationships. Life is full of surprises, and things happen unexpectedly. Love happens: "But how much are we ready to put at stake for a love that is not approved by others".

16 March - RS9 Theatre Budapest

Specials

WhiskyNet Insight: Mardi Gras – Try a Fireball Cinnamon

Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday' is the last day of the Carnival season. You can get into the spirit of it here in Hungary with authentic related drinks, such as Fireball Cinnamon, available via WhiskyNet.

Job Opportunity: Management Assistant @ XpatLoop.com

We're growing and so hiring an assistant: the successful candidate will work with and support the Managing Director of XpatLoop.com - the main responsibilities and requirements of this key member of the team are summarised in this article, along with next steps.

Advice For Heart Conditions by Dr. Rose Private Hospital Budapest

Cardiovascular diseases account for about 50-60 percent of all deaths in Hungary, with most caused by atherosclerosis. If the coronary artery becomes calcified, it can lead to a heart attack; if the cerebral vessels calcify, a cerebral infarction, or stroke, can occur.

Are You Missing UK TV In Hungary? Here's Your Solution!

This TV service for expats in Hungary provided by fellow expat Jerry gives you all UK channels, plus stations from 38 other counties including a wide range from Europe, USA, Canada, South America, plus films and box-sets.

Job Opportunity: Spa Operations Manager

Mandala Day Spa is offering a long-term position for an ambitious operations manager to oversee all spa operations. The spa manager would play a very important role in the day to day operations of the spa.

New movies in Budapest