When living in South Korea, understanding how to find over-the-counter (OTC) medicine might feel a bit daunting at first. Pharmacies (약국, yakguk) are the main place to go for most OTC medications. However, the availability and process may differ slightly from what you’re used to in your home country. This blog post provides an overview ... Read more

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Have you seen South of Seoul around but wonder what we do? Here is a quick look back a few of our public projects in 2024. Celebrating Growth, Connection, and Community Impact As 2024 comes to a close, we at South of Seoul want to take a moment to reflect on the year’s accomplishments, milestones, ... Read more

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We are happy to announce our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun’s Fab 4 December 2024 winners for their valued participation. Winners for December 2024 can collect their awards during January 2025. About Pyeongtaek Food & Fun South of Seoul volunteers support the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook community which provides information and support for the international population of ... Read more

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Get ready to show some love! This is the 8th year of the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll, and your votes mean the world to local businesses. Help your favorites win big! Let’s make this year’s poll the best yet. Click here to vote now! 2024 Best of Pyeongtaek Poll Voting Dates This year voting will ... Read more

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Wondering how to throw away that old mattress or couch? The Pyeongtaek city website provides the following information regarding the disposal of large waste. About Large Waste Disposal in Korea In Pyeongtaek, as in many cities across South Korea, disposing of large waste—like old furniture, electronics, or appliances—requires specific steps to ensure proper handling and ... Read more

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Have you had a questionable food-related experience? Here is how you can report conditions for inspection. The Pyeongtaek-si government website provides the following information for reporting unsafe food. Reporting Food Safety In Pyeongtaek, residents have a direct way to contribute to food safety by reporting unsafe or expired food products. This ensures that all community ... Read more

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Interested in adopting from the Pyeontaek-si animal shelter? Here is a quick blog to help you know what to expect. The Pyeongtaek-si government website provides the following information for adopting from the city-funded shelter. About Adopting a Pet Adopting a pet from a city shelter is a rewarding experience that not only provides a loving ... Read more

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Is there a pothole in your area that needs fixing? Are trees falling across your road? Did you know that you can report public safety issues in Pyeongtaek? Let’s learn how reporting public safety concerns work and how the Pyeongtaek Foreigner Information Center can help you. About Reporting Public Safety Issues Public safety is a ... Read more

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Here’s a blog recap for the Pyeongtaek Living 101 Workshops for 2024! We hosted 3 sessions of the Pyeongtaek Living Workshops, each session included 4 different workshop topics over the span of two weeks. Here is how they went. Pyeongtaek Living 101 Workshops Recap The Pyeongtaek Living 101 Workshops were a fantastic opportunity for our ... Read more

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We are happy to announce our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun’s Fab 4 November 2024 winners for their valued participation. Winners for November 2024 can collect their awards during December 2024. About Pyeongtaek Food & Fun South of Seoul volunteers support the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook community which provides information and support for the international population of ... Read more

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