Die Zugvögel, Pattaya’s German language Club meets Friday, May 8th at 20:00 hours at the Moon River Pub. The theme for this friendly get-together is "May-Dance". It is a great tradition in German speaking countries to ‘plant’ a May tree, which is nicely decorated; folks gather and dance around it to welcome the spring season. Games are played and strong men are invited to climb up the tree. Everybody who speaks German is welcome to join this very special event. No entrance fee! Reservations should be made in advance with: Elvira Tel. 270 704 Ext.117, Elfi Tel/Fax: 374 267 or Marion Tel. 426 865.

Phu Luang is holding their semi annual fair on May 9th and 10th in Ban Chang. The fair salutes the 4 regions of Thailand. There will be a special Summer Show Case. Potted plants, exotic orchids, vegetables, fruits (with peaches and plums in season), fruit cordials, dried flowers from the Royal Project, gems from Chantaburi, Indian handprint cottons, table linens from Vietnam, crafts, Chinese earthenware, Indonesian furniture and cotton bargains at clearance prices are on display. Charity project stalls will be selling handmade ornaments, greeting cards, children’s dresses, crocheted goods, toys and more. A big garage sale, with proceeds donated to the education of children at the Eastern Child Welfare Protection Institution will perfectly round out this very special Fair. Complimentary refreshments will be served to all visitors. For more information and directions call Khun Tiew (she speaks perfect English), Tel. 893 463-4, Fax: 893 465.

The next round of the All Thailand Championship Series takes place over the weekend of May 9th & 10th at Bira International Circuit on Highway 36. Also on the race docket will be the Touring Cars and F3 competitions, all hosted by Grand Prix International.

"Kids gO KrAzy DaY!" will take place on Sunday, May 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the gardens of the Amari Orchid Resort. Activities include a kid-size mini-buffet (charged by the weight of the kid at 6 Baht per kilo), all kinds of games and kiddie entertainment, including a ‘flying chair’. Mum and Dad can enjoy a peaceful, relaxing day. The hotel staff will take good care of kids during this party, but it is strongly recommended by the management that all parents come and pick up their kids at the end of the afternoon. For reservations call 428 161.

Announcement! The Water Aerobics of PILC, conducted by Monika Rottmann, are now being held every Monday and Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Dusit Resort swimming pool. All members of the PILC and their friends are welcome. All proceeds will go to one of the various charity projects of the club. For more information call Monika, @ 225 903.

A Bacardi Summer Promotion to get the ‘real’ summer feeling - or is it the real ‘Bacardi’ feeling? On at the Moon River Pub until May 15th. A Cuba Libra cost only Baht 35. People who just love Bacardi may purchase 1 bottle plus mixer, lemon slices and a Bacardi hat for only Baht 750. For table reservations call 426 009.

Return to the Siam of the old days, when every meal was a feast. The Royal Garden Resort is offering varied buffet every Saturday night. Dine al fresco and enjoy delicacies from the Land of Smiles and live music for only Baht 460 net per adult and half the price for children. For reservation Tel. 412 120-3.

Another special Saturday evening outing is being offered by the Ocean Marina Yacht Club: the Saturday Beer Garden during the month of May. One ltr. draught beer is only Baht 120 net plus a variety of BBQ and Thai spicy salad. This is the Beer Garden with Asia’s largest Marina. The Saturday Beer Garden is open from 17:00 to 22:30 hours.

Have you got your new Ambassador Fitness Card for sport lovers yet? You should as the offer is great. The card costs only Baht 1,500 and may be used 10 times; includes free sport playing, sauna & jacuzzi, exercise room. Receive a 20 % discount for beauty & barber, massage and electric charges if playing at night. For more information call 255 501-40.

The Siam Bayview Hotel offers Scandinavian Delicacies at their Coffee Shop throughout May and June to celebrate the Norwegian (May 7th) and Swedish (June 6th) National Days. At the same time, the Chinese Restaurant Narissa offers the promotion "Rice is Nice", dishes for the hot food bar and of course "Peking Duck". For reservations call 423 874-7.

Wanna escape? Again, the Amari Orchid Resort offers excellent value for money. Try the Holiday Time Packages in a choice of exotic locations. Each package includes 3 days and 2 nights accommodation, a welcome drink, American breakfast, one dinner, fruit basket, late checkout and airport transfers (where applicable) for only Baht 1,935 ++. Special packages are available also to suit families, golfers and Honeymoon couples. For more information call Julie C. Humes, Tel. 02-267 9708 or Fax: 02-267 9707.

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