Community Happenings is an opportunity for all clubs, businesses, hotels, restaurants and entertainment outlets to inform the Pattaya Mail’s readers what new “happenings” are coming up. Send us your happening by email to: [email protected] or by fax 038 427 596.

The Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya meets every Wednesday at 6.30 p.m. at the Royal Cliff Grand Hotel. For further information please contact the secretary, David Jeater, phone 038 733 707.

For chess players - the ‘Otzi Bar’, about 1 km down Soi Khow Noi, commonly known as Soi Formosa, has a large number of players who meet regularly. Contact Didi on 017 746 696 or Yui on 019 961 669.

Italian Food Festival at La Gritta Italian Restaurant, Amari Orchid Resort September 14-22. Be temped by special Italian dishes creatively prepared by guest chef Marco Maggio. Don’t miss the cooking class on Saturday September 15 at 10 a.m. followed by lunch with Chef Marco. Call 038 428 161 ext. 702 to make your booking.

PolTony’s Restaurant serves a superb asparagus menu. This menu is available in the month of August and is completely based on asparagus, especially the white asparagus from Europe. PolTony is located on Thappraya Rd. opposite Icon and Mr. Mac Hotel. For information or reservations call 038 250 318, fax: 038 250 319, e-mail: [email protected]

Seventh Heaven Bakery is now open! There new location is 210/73 moo 9, Soi Bua Khao. Turn next to 7/11, opposite the Sawadee Hotel and follow the road round to us. For further information and orders for fresh baked bread and pies, call Dave 038 421 283.

Verandah Coffee Shop is now holding theme buffet evenings. Tuesdays: exotic cuisine from the region with impressions of Asia, Fridays: Bar-B-Q & seafood buffet with fresh seafood, and on Saturday, enjoy a “culinary experience” with the extravagant international buffet. Casual dining at the Verandah Coffee Shop at the Montien Hotel; open from 6.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. For reservations call 038428 155-6 ext. 1620, 1623.

The La Mer Restaurant again has their harmonious pianist serenading diners with romantic melodies for dinner. La Mer is located in the lobby level of the at the Montien Hotel Pattaya.

The Rose Garden Hotel announces their “afternoon specials” (12.00pm - 4.00pm) - home cooked meal plus 1 large bottle (640ml) of beer all for only 99 baht. Choose from liver and onions, spaghetti bolognaise, chili con carne, beef stew, chicken casserole, plus many more. For more info or reservations call 038 426100.

PolTony’s Restaurant shows every Formula I Grand Prix live on a giant screen. The next Grand Prix in Hungary is scheduled on the 19th of August at 7 p.m. While watching the Grand Prix, you can try the superb kitchen of this restaurant. PolTony is located on Thappraya Rd, opposite Icon and Mr. Mac Hotel. Reservations are necessary. Call 038 250 318, fax: 038 250 319, e-mail: [email protected]

Sing A Song Karaoke is coming back! Now building! Soon to be open in a new location with twice as many songs and lots of other surprises. They also have a new partner and a new name: Super Star International Karaoke.

The Center Point Pub at the Green House Center, near the traffic lights on Second and Central Roads, is holding a search for talent jam session on Wednesday August 29. Many bands, from soloists to full shows, will be jamming with hopes of being signed to a contract. So come along as performers or guests – for details and schedule call 01-8643477 after 1 p.m.

The Moon River Pub has two bands. Power Play and First Degree, two extraordinary music groups from the Philippines are giving their best every night. Come and enjoy the atmosphere at this great pub.

The Penthouse Hotel on Soi Pattayaland 2, South Pattaya has non-stop rock n’ roll every night from 3 p.m. till late. Check out the Saturday night free buffet and roasted pig and on Sunday afternoon the goulash and chili con carne buffet.

For the sports fans, it’s a full weekend at Shenanigans Pattaya and Bangkok. On Saturday August 18 they will be showing the Tri-Nations Rugby Game between South Africa and Australia at 4.00 p.m. on the big screen with English soundtrack, free vodka jelly shots and Yorkshire puddings at half time, and on Sunday August 19 it’s the turn of the motor racing fraternity for the Hungarian Grand Prix at 7.00 p.m. The English Premier League season has now started, and Shenanigans will be showing 2 live games every Saturday and Sunday - Saturday starting at 9.00 p.m. and on Sunday 8.00 p.m.

Thai-Ger Line Golf is holding their 3rd Anniversary Golf Tournament. Sign up until Wednesday, August 22 at the Thai-Ger Line Golf Shop, the Bunker, the Haven, Lewiinski’s, Cafe Kronborg, 3 Sisters, Shenanigans, Rosie O’Grady’s or at the Diana driving range. You can contact Aree & Fabian at tel. 038720 519 or 01315 8443 or email [email protected]

Shenanigans will be running a used bookstall at the Jesters Charity Fair. If you have any spare books please bring them in so they can be sold for the Care for Kids Charity Drive at the Fair on Sunday September 16. Grand Raffle tickets and fair t-shirts are now on sale at Shenanigans and a number of venues around town. Be quick!

Pattaya’s own floating market, Wanasin Farm on Soi Siam Country Club now has Traditional Thai Folk Dancing shows daily at 11 a.m., 1.30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4.30 p.m. Get a taste of the traditional Thai ambience! Open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed Tuesdays).