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Alangkarn Theater puts on Redemptorist School for the Deaf benefit extravaganza

Suttikorn Jearpaittoon presents a bouquet and a gift of appreciation to Sopin Thappajug as father Michael looks on.

Elfi Seitz
Pattaya’s Alangkarn Theater again threw open its doors for a Pattaya Orphanage benefit show that raised more than 1 million baht for the Redemptorist School for the Deaf.
Orphanage Director Rev. Michael Veera Phangrak and Human Help Network Thailand Director Radchada Chomjinda welcomed friends, volunteers and sponsors to the show Oct. 6.
Entertainers Scheree Wilki and Somkiat Totoviweerayuth served as masters of ceremony, leading the audience through the many parts of the program.
Alangkarn Managing Director Suttikorn Jearpaittoon provided the theater without cost again to help the orphanage mark 30 years of its school for the deaf. Phangrak gave him a flower bouquet in thanks. Diana Group Managing Director Sopin Thappajug did as well.
At the beginning of the show, deaf children put on a dance recital. They may not have been able to hear the music, but could certainly feel it enough to get many to join them.
The Alangkarn’s ensemble show followed, with hundreds in attendance applauding the showcase of colors, lights, choreography and costumes. Several orphans even took part in the show, a fact few recognized until the end their performances were so smooth.

Radchada Chomjinda expresses her heartfelt thanks to the sponsors.

Father Michael poses for a photograph with the super talented children.


Rotarians learn of Phyathai Sriracha Hospital history, fertility clinic

Gavin Waddell addresses members of the Rotary Club of Jomtien - Pattaya.

Gavin Waddell the international marketing executive from Phyathai Sriracha Hospital, gave a presentation recently at the Rotary Club of Jomtien - Pattaya at the Royal Cliff Hotel.
In his talk Gavin told the members about the hospital’s history and present day capabilities. The hospital’s specialist infertility treatment center now uses some of the latest infertility technology treatment in the world today including a high magnification microscope (IMSI) to select only the healthiest sperm to help improve the chances of achieving a successful pregnancy.
Other state of the art technology includes Micro Array, a chromosome counting technique that ensures healthy embryos are placed back into the woman by screening out embryos that have chromosomal abnormalities. The count lessens the occurrence of Down’s syndrome and miscarriage. Only embryos with the correct number of chromosomes are transferred during the procedure ensuring the woman is much more likely to deliver a healthy baby.


PILC announces 20th anniversary Christmas Bazaar

It’s always festive at the annual PILC Christmas Bazaar, which this year celebrates 20 years.

Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) has announced the date of its largest fundraising event this year - the Christmas Bazaar, to be held on 3 November 2012, at an exciting new venue, the Hilton Hotel on Pattaya Beach Road.
“We have had many extremely successful events at the Royal Cliff Hotel in the past, and would like to thank Khun Panga (Managing Director of Royal Cliff Resort and Spa) and her wonderful team who have always gone the extra mile to make our events memorable,” says President Ann Winfield. “But we wanted to try something new this year and look forward to working with the Hilton team in our new venue. We anticipate that the central location on Beach Road will attract many extra buyers to come and have some fun, start their Christmas shopping and see something different.”
In addition to a new venue, there is also a new date. “This makes it nearer to Christmas, so we have gone back to calling the event ‘PILC’s Christmas Bazaar’,” says Ann. “We are asking all our vendors to make their stalls very festive, and we will have a full program of events during the day, for young and old alike.”
There’ll be a Santa’s Grotto, dancing demonstrations, a magician to entertain the children and of course many items on sale that are not available through the shops, but are only sold here at our Bazaar.”
PILC has been in existence since the ‘70s, and this year also marks the 20th Anniversary of the Christmas Bazaar. Over the years, PILC has raised many millions of baht through this and other spectacular events, and they are hoping for a bumper fundraiser this year.
“We have already had wonderful support from existing and new sponsors, and we thank them all very much for their support of PILC’s welfare work,” says Ananya Welland, Special Events Chair for 2012 and in charge of the overall arrangements for the Bazaar. “We also have many vendors signed up, but we still have some tables available for last minute bookings!”
For more information on the Christmas Bazaar date and timings, please visit the PILC website: www.pilc-pattaya.com.


Fassbind remembrance dinner to raise funds for elderly folks

The A. X. Fassbind Medical Home needs your support.

Graham Hunt-Crowley
With a continually aging population, we all wonder what life has in store for us as we get older.
Back in the West, there is a good (or is it bad?) chance that that you would be put in a senior citizens home. In Asia, it is normal practice to remain with the family, who will take care of the elderly relative.
But what happens when they have no family and are not really able to take care of themselves? In the Pattaya Area, they are fortunate enough that there is a government complex, called the “Banglamung Home for the Aged” situated north of Pattaya on Highway 3.
The home may be set in beautiful surroundings, but they still need our help.
The late A. X. Fassbind, also known as “Mr. Pattaya”, donated the Fassbind Medical Hospital to take care of the residents, some of which have failing health. The maintenance and upkeep of the medical centre is financed by a special fund managed by the Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya.
This year, we have made repairs to the roof and created a new ward by relocating the nurses’ station and storage area.
In the past, we have used the Fassbind Memorial Fund to make improvements to the housing blocks by providing concrete ramps up to the living area. In the old days, the staff had to lift people in their wheelchairs up the steps, but now they can get up there easily.
Every year, a special evening is held to raise funds to continue with this responsibility. This year, the fundraising evening will be held on 20th October in the Royal Summit Chamber at the Royal Cliff Hotel. The cost per head will be 2,200 baht, with a gourmet Swiss cuisine supper, including wine, whisky and soft drinks. Included with the ticket prize is a large donation to the fund. There is also a door prize of an Apple iPhone 4S to the holder of the number drawn.
You’re invited to attend, along with friends and family, and tell anyone else who wishes to enter into the spirit of remembering one of Thailand’s best-loved characters, with his unique combination of humor, generosity, bonhomie, and charisma.
So, for a great night out in a party with well over 100 other people, with fine food, and including wine and whiskey, with entertainment by a Swiss yodeler and an exotic dancer, come on join us. At the end of the evening you will agree it was the best 2,200 baht you have spent, had a great time, and that your money was helping the aged of the Thai Community.
Dress Code: Smart casual or colorful with a touch of Swiss.


PILC plugs Christmas Bazaar at PCEC meeting

Each year the Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) holds their annual Christmas bazaar to raise funds for their charitable efforts. Ann Winfield, president of the PILC, was the speaker at the Sunday, October 7 meeting of the Pattaya City Expats Club. She described how the PILC got its start and how it supports many charitable organizations in and around Pattaya.

MC Richard Silverberg begins PCEC’s Sunday meeting by inviting new visitors to introduce themselves. Richard pointed out that it is not necessary to be a member to come to PCEC meetings; all are welcome.

Master of Ceremonies Richard Silverberg introduced Ann. She was born and raised in Coventry, England, and moved to America when she married her husband, Michael. They retired to Thailand five years ago, and Ann now spends most of the year here, with a few months at their home in the Hudson Valley of New York every summer. When she was working, Ann’s career was as a publication and public relations specialist for colleges and universities. She joined the PILC when she and her husband first moved to Pattaya.
Ann started by giving a brief history of Pattaya and the PILC. The name Pattaya means the wind blowing from the southwest to the northeast at the beginning of the rainy season and evolved from the march of Phraya Tak (later becoming King Taksin), and his army from Ayutthaya which took place in 1767. It was here where his and another opposing local army decided to join together against their common enemy and was thereafter known as Thap Praya which means the Army of the Phraya. In the 1960s, Pattaya was just a small fishing village when American servicemen during the Vietnam War began arriving for rest and relaxation. Since then, Pattaya has developed into a popular beach resort. International businesses also started moving into the area and brought in some of their employees who were accompanied by their wives.

Ann Winfield, president of Pattaya International Ladies Club, began by telling us of the very interesting history of PILC, and also some of the history of Pattaya, as this 1968 photo shows.

The PILC was organized 25 years ago to support these international women in developing friendships and to help expatriates settle into the community by providing opportunities for social, cultural, and philanthropic endeavors. It began with about 20 to 25 members. The focus of the club is to create opportunities for members to socialize and make friends, to network, to engage in charitable and welfare projects, and to pursue cultural and intellectual activities. Over the years, the club has expanded its charitable endeavors and now supports a number of projects. The principle aim of PILC philanthropy is to enable young people and other recipients to obtain an education. Today it has about 225 members from 38 different countries.

Hawaii Bob updates members on the activities of Frugal Freddy for the week, and reminds all to get their ads in for his free classifieds, which go out each month.
They raise funds for the benefit of several charities in and around Pattaya. Ann described the charities they support and what they accomplish. Some of the many mentioned were the Fountain of Life Children’s Centre which provides day care, and their Women’s Centre for women who are homeless, who have been abused, etc. She noted that the PILC provides sponsorship of student uniforms, transport, lunches, and other daily expenses of attending school for children at the Mercy Centre. They provide funding for medical and dental visits for the children at Baan Jing Jai Orphanage and circulate food drop bags for about 100 needy families through Kate’s Project. The PILC sponsors the salaries of two teachers for Goh Pai Early Learning Centre and one teacher at the Dek Dee Early Learning Centre. The PILC also helped establish the North Star Library, a private community centre that offers a library service and training room for Thai language courses.
Ann concluded by noting that on November 3, they will have the largest of their fundraising events. It will be their 20th Annual Christmas Bazaar which will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Central Pattaya. The bazaar will open at 10 a.m. and they are expecting a record turn-out this year. There’ll be a Santa’s Grotto and other activities for children, a children’s corner, fashion show, dance demonstrations, a charity toy drop-off box, roving magician, raffle prizes, and dozens of vendors to help everyone get a head start on Christmas shopping.
After Ann answered several questions from the audience, MC Richard Silverberg provided an update on upcoming events and called on Roy Albiston to conduct the Open Forum where questions are asked and answered about expat living in Thailand; Pattaya in particular. You can learn more about the club and its activities by visiting their website at www.pattayacityexpats club.com.


Zign group practices fire drill

Deputy Chief Banthit Nanthasukh captivates the audience with his presentation on disaster prevention and mitigation.

Warunya Thongrod

Zign Hotel Group employees practiced fire prevention and extinguisher use during an annual fire drill.
Organized with the Pattaya Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department, the Oct. 1-2 exercise offered lectures on fire control and practical training for the Zign Hotel & Villa, Tsix5 Hotel, and Way Hotel Pattaya.
Department Deputy Chief Banthit Nanthasukh discussed different types of fires, preventative measures, and initial control.
In practical exercises, the department set up a model accident for employees to practice scenarios such as unconscious guests, evacuation and coordinating with rescue workers.


Diana Group employees compete on sports day

The Blue team parades their way into the competition.

Vittaya Yoondorn
Employees of the Diana Group of hotels took some time off from serving tourists to battle each other in musical chairs, blind horse riding, pillow carrying and other wacky sports as part of the company’s 21st annual Sports Day.
Managing Director Sopin Thappajug and event organizer Saming Suebsakul opened the Oct. 4 games with 178 workers decked out in green and blue. Sports included aerobics, balloon-carrying, an obstacle course race, takraw and volleyball.
Employees also competed in professional-skills competitions, such as bed-making races, wine-pouring, math and engineering.
Diana group officials said all the activities help to bring workers together, as well as give them some exercise.
Sopin said the annual Sports Day aims at creating unity and relaxation for workers. Sportsmanship impartiality and respect are taught through winning and losing, she said.


Unilever Food Solutions offers lessons for Pattaya chefs

Executive chefs Jiraroj Navanukroh (3rd right) and Haikal Johari (4th right) give their thumbs up approval to the program.

Warunya Thongrod
Unilever Food Solutions gave Pattaya-area chefs of its “Chefmanship Academy,” a one-day lesson on cosmopolitan cuisine.
Jiraroj Navanukroh, the company’s executive sous chef in Bangkok, and fellow executive chef Haikal Johari demonstrated the cooking of four cosmopolitan dishes at the Dusit Thani Hotel Oct. 2. The head of Unilever’s in-house chef team, Boonthan Santiwananont, has previously worked as executive chef at the Dusit.
Unilever, which operates a full Chefmanship Academy in the Philippines and Europe, offered the “Chefmanship Showcase” in Thailand to inform Pattaya-area chefs about new cuisine trends, focusing on fusion meals that combine ingredients, techniques and spices from across cultures.
“Unilever has learned that that consumers have the tendency to try new food and tourism ideas that are interesting,” marketing executive Theeravee Jiravong said. “The Cosmopolitan food trend is popular in major foreign countries, which is beneficial to Pattaya and Thailand since this food trend will be publicized far and wide and can attract tourists liking variety and new experiences during their vacation.”


Delights & Surprises at King Power Pattaya Complex and Downtown Complex Bangkok

Special promotions, prizes and privileges at annual sale celebrations throughout October

King Power Downtown Complex and King Power Pattaya Complex are holding a special promotional event until October 31 called “Delights & Surprises - The Gallery of Luxury”.
During October shoppers can apply for membership for free. Special privileges for members include 10-20% off on duty free items and up to 30% during 27-28 October.
Convenient pick-up counters have been set up at Don Mueang International Airport, Suvarnabhumi International Airport and U-Tapao International Airport, where you can pick up your purchased goods prior to boarding your flight or arrange to have your items ready on arrival.
Even if you are not travelling, you can still get great discounts on local products - spa, lingerie and swimwear, selected fashion items, Thai souvenirs, Thai silk, packed food and snacks.
Moreover, purchases over 10,000 baht (net) entitles you to one lucky draw to win a cash voucher back up to 15%. Exclusively get 5% more when paying by SCB credit card.
Also, for every 10,000 baht (net) spent, you will get one coupon to participate in the lucky draw to win a travel package and other exclusive prizes. Plus get one more coupon to participate in the lucky draw to win a luxury car for every 100,000 baht (net) spent. The winners will be announced by November 15, 2012.
Find out how easy it is to become a member and enjoy special privileges through the following methods: visit King Power Pattaya Complex located on Sukhumvit Road; call King Power Call Centre 02 677 8899, website: www. kingpower.com, or www. facebook.com/kingpower member, or Instagram: King powerhq or Twitter.com/kingpowerhq.


HEADLINES [click on headline to view story]

Alangkarn Theater puts on Redemptorist School for the Deaf benefit extravaganza

Rotarians learn of Phyathai Sriracha Hospital history, fertility clinic

PILC announces 20th anniversary Christmas Bazaar

Fassbind remembrance dinner to raise funds for elderly folks

PILC plugs Christmas Bazaar at PCEC meeting

Zign group practices fire drill

Diana Group employees compete on sports day

Unilever Food Solutions offers lessons for Pattaya chefs

Delights & Surprises at King Power Pattaya Complex and Downtown Complex Bangkok

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