Clubs & Associations

The next meeting of Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, February 8. The club meets every Sunday morning at Henry J. Bean’s Restaurant on the north end of Beach Road in the grounds of the Amari Orchid Resort. The program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet breakfast available from 9:30 to 11 a.m., everyone welcome. Each week the PCEC has an interesting speaker to talk on various subjects of interest in an informal setting. The program will be followed by the ever-lively and often humorous Open Forum and an update on the happenings in and around Pattaya. A full report appears each week in Pattaya Mail. For more information about the Sunday meeting and the numerous other weekday activities of the PCEC, see the official website at www.pattayacity expatsclub.com and learn more about the many and varied activities of the club.

The Pattaya Irish Society meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Moonrakers in Pong. Call John on 086 112 0988 for details.

Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya welcomes you to their Wednesday meetings in the Rotary room Royal Cliff Grand Hotel: Time 18.30 for 19.00. Contact Lloyd Jones (Membership) 0878043943.

For the past 28 years the Samaritans of Thailand have been providing confidential crisis intervention services over the telephone. The English-speaking unit, Samaritans English Help Line operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support to the expatriate community. English-speaking staff, trained in crisis intervention will provide active, non-judgmental and empathetic listening services on the phone. All calls will be handled on an anonymous basis and are free of charge. Please call (02) 713-6791 (24hrs a day, 7 days a week).

The Royal British Legion Thailand is now firmly established at Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road next to Soi 6/1. We are now approaching 70 members, why don’t you become No 70. Served in H.M. Armed Forces? Or even if you have not, as long as you support the principles of the Legion you are welcome to join. Contact Bert 089 8072335 or call in to Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road Opp Bangkok Bank.

“Le club Rotary de Pattaya Marina” is the only French spoken Rotary in Asia. “Rendezvous” every Friday at 7 p.m. at the Amari Hotel (Ocean Tower – Merlot room) on Beach Road.  For further information go to www.rcpm.fr or call Mr. Benoit on 089 886 5445.

The Dutch Expat Club meets the last Thursday of every month at Chateau Dale on Thappraya Road at 6 p.m. For full details please check out the website at www. nederlandseverenigingpattaya .org or email albertmartin26 @yahoo.com. New members are always welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Pattaya: The Pattaya Group meets Monday & Thursday at noon; Monday, Tuesday & Friday at 5pm and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Satree Pattana Center, Soi Skaw Beach (2nd Rd): Contact Jim on 087 927 0437. The Good Morning Pattaya Group meets every morning 9am at the Highlander Guest House, Soi Skaw Beach: Contact Mike 081 741 3166. The Jomtien Group meets everyday at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: Contact: Jerry 086 141 7748. The Scandinavian Group meets on Mondays and Fridays 6.00 pm. at The Norwegian Seamans Church, Thappraya Road Soi 7: Contact Hans 085 135 7755 or Rune (Rayong) 089 754 9515

Narcotics Anonymous in Pattaya. Drug problem? We can help. We deal in addiction, regardless of substance or uncensored sharing. All welcome. We meet every Saturday (17.30), Monday (18.30) and Wednesday (17.30) for one hour at Soi Skaew Beach, opposite Siam Bayview Hotel, 2nd Road, half way up on the right, just past Scandalic, room at rear. See N.A. diamond logo, head height, on wall. Contact the 24 hour helpline on 02 231 8080.

Dining

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the La Mer Restaurant in the Montien Hotel, Pattaya on Saturday February 14 from 6.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. Dazzle your loved one with a five-course candlelight set dinner accompanied by gentle piano music. All ladies will receive a stem of rose. Price 2,708 net per couple includes a complimentary glass of Kir Royal each. For reservations call 038-428155, 038-361340 ext. 1620 or 1621, e-mail; [email protected]

Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Royal Cliff Hotel on Saturday, February 14 from 7 p.m. Invite your sweetheart to be your valentine in a romantic setting by the picturesque poolside of the Royal Wing Suites & Spa. Enjoy a masterfully-crafted 5-course menu with a “Kir Royal” cocktail for two, complimentary red rose, personalised pralines in a heart of love, live band entertainment by Filipino trio and much more to make the evening unforgettable! Price 4,000++ per couple. For more information contact 038-250-421, ext.2007/2037.

Sweet Valentine’s delight at the Essence Restaurant: Make this Valentine’s the sweetest day of the year for your loved one, in the romantic setting of Essence Restaurant & poolside terrace. Indulge in a 5-course candlelit dinner, created specially for Valentine’s Day at 2,999 baht++ per couple, including a half-bottle of Champagne and a special gift for the ladies. The Essence Restaurant is situated at the Amari Resort and Tower complex on the north end of Pattaya Beach Road. For reservations and info, call 038 418-418 or visit www.amari.com/orchid/

Fine dining at Shenanigans: two great Irish Pubs - two great locations in Pattaya & Jomtien. You can enjoy the same weekly specials but on different days. Pattaya weekly menu has Monday: schnitzel night, 225 baht; Tuesday: fajitas (chicken or beef), 295 baht; Wednesday: T-bone steak night, 260 baht; Thursday: seafood basket, 240 baht; Friday: all you can eat BBQ ribs, 325 baht. The Jomtien Pub has the same menu and prices but on the following days: Monday: seafood basket; Tuesday: all you can eat BBQ ribs; Wednesday: schnitzel night; Thursday: fajitas (chicken or beef); Friday: steak night.  Don’t forget on weekends at both pubs it’s the famous Shenanigans Carvery at 450 baht. Shenanigans in Pattaya is on 2nd Road, 100 meters past the Marriott on the right side in The Avenue shopping complex on the second floor. The Jomtien Pub is on the main Thappraya Road just 200 meters from Jomtien and Dongtan Beaches, situated on the ground floor of the Jomtien Condo Complex.

It’s Strawberry Season again at Amor Restaurant where there is now a host of great strawberry savory dishes, desserts and cocktails to tempt your taste buds: Try strawberry pork fillet or chicken breasts for 390 baht, strawberry salmon fillet for 490 baht, or a host of other delightful strawberry dishes starting from just 150 baht. For more information visit www. amorrestaurant.com

In February at The Peak Chinese Restaurant, the a la carte menu will be oozing with noodle dishes for all lovers of these long delightful strips. Not to be missed are preparations with Canadian lobster and XO sauce, abalone seaweed and white prawns and Hong Kong noodle with chicken peanut sauce and lots more. On Valentine’s Day, celebrate the most romantic time of the year with the Valentine Set Menu for two and enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and chocolates to make the occasion even more special. The Peak Chinese Restaurant is located on the 8th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya. For reservations and more information on opening hours, please call +66 (0) 3842-5611 to 7, ext. 2276.

Valentine’s Day at Mantra: Fall in love or prove just how much you love your significant other, with a Valentine’s Day celebration at the Mantra Restaurant & Bar. Select your pre-dinner cocktail from the love drink list, choose wine from the love wine cellar and dine from the love dinner menu! Including a glass of Champagne! Book your love table now, to avoid disappointment! Your partner will absolutely positively love you for it! Set dinner and a glass of champagne 3,999 baht+ per couple. The Mantra Restaurant & Bar is situated on the north end of Pattaya Beach Road at the Amari Resort and Tower complex. Open from 6 p.m. till 1 a.m. Mantra Fabulous Sunday Brunch is also available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For reservations, call +66 (0) 3842 9591, fax +66 (0) 3842 8615 or email an enquiry, visit www.mantra-pattaya.com

The Reva Beach Restaurant at Ravindra Resort & Spa Najomtein invites you to savor the taste of the sea! Enjoy a bountiful selection of fresh seafood prepared to your liking. Choose from a variety of mouth-watering appetizers and give-in to temptation with desserts worth dying for. All of this and an evening view of sunset. The Reva Beach Restaurant is open daily. Saturday night seafood 18.00-22.00. For reservations call (038) 235777.

The Woodland Resort & Residence Suites’ new Grappa Restaurant features the flavor of Italy and famous Grappa wines. Open daily from 6 a.m. serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner until 11:30 p.m. Monthly special menu dinners are presented together with selected wine dinners, including a selection of original Italian flat dough pizza creations to enjoy. Available for parties and private functions. For reservations and information please call: 038 - 052295 up to 99 and ask for Grappa Restaurant.

A Night of Jazz at Manhattans on Saturday February 7 promises to be a fantastic evening of jazz featuring Danny Woody Woodhams. Against the stunning backdrop of the Manhattans restaurant, Danny and his band will perform many jazz classics and favourites. A complimentary glass of champagne and canapés in the cocktail bar will start the evening. Then, in the dining room, enjoy dinner from the specially created a la carte menu, and sit back and enjoy what promises to be a night to remember. The bar is open from 5pm. Dinner starts at 6pm and last dining orders are 9pm. Danny and his band will start the music extravaganza at 9pm and finish at midnight. Tickets for dinner and jazz for this spectacular evening are 2500 baht + vat. For those not wishing to drive please book the complimentary limousine service. Call 038 259 790 or visit www.manhattans-pattaya.com

Jomtien Boathouse hosts a live Elvis act every Monday and Tuesday evening at 9 pm. The talented Arthur Elvis will entertain you while you dine under the stars on a great beachfront location on the corner of Jomtien Beach Road Soi 8. Be entertained while enjoying the great steak, seafood, European and Thai menu. Finish your evening with Irish Coffee. For reservations call: 038 756 143.

Enjoy Sunday with your family and friends at Restaurant Casa Pascal. The Sunday Brunch & B.B.Q. features cold appetizers including smoked salmon, rock lobsters, prawns, crabs, great international salad bar & Thai salads, abundance of cold appetizers, live pasta & flamed beef & pork tenderloin station, soups and lots of other Asian and European main dishes, BBQ grill on the terrace (sausages, lamb cutlets, steaks, ribs), and of course the Sunday breakfast items. Great desserts such as chocolate mousse, creams, tarts, parfaits and a fruit pancake station will boost your appetite. Adults 899 baht net including a glass of house champagne, children (under 12) 599 baht net. Every Sunday 10:30 - 15:00. Casa Pascal now also offers a very attractive daily menu from 11.00 hrs until 19.00 hrs. You will find a great choice of 25 different appetizers, soups, main dishes & desserts: 2 courses - 350 baht, 3 courses - 420 baht, 4 courses - 490 baht. For reservations call 038 723 660, www. restaurant-pattaya.com

Dusit Gourmet Bakery presents Chocoholic Madness in February: A cornucopia of chocolate pleasures for you to choose from. Satisfy your cravings because that’s what these tempting delights are there for. And here’s something new at our Dusit Gourmet Bakery. The Business Gourmet Breakfast is now available for only 190 baht net. The Dusit Gourmet Bakery is on the 4th floor near the Main Lobby of the Dusit Thani Pattaya. For more information, call 66 (0) 3842-5611-7 ext. 2497.

New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club, Sunday through Thursday, 7 pm to midnight, offers guests a Western or Thai evening menu. Groups of 30 people may choose from the European and Thai all you can eat buffet (booking 1 day in advance). The all you can drink (wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, whiskey, tequila, etc.) counts for both offers. Price per person: 1,000 baht each. The Moon River Pub is located in front of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.

Jameson’s the Irish Pub has a host of Daily Specials at 195 baht including on Monday: Fillet Steak Special, Tuesday: Roast Chicken with all the trimmings; Wednesday: Steak & Mushroom Pie, Thursday: Pork Chop served with baked potato, fried onions, grilled tomato, & corn on the cob on a sizzling plate, and Friday: Fish & Chips. All the Specials are served with starter & dessert, from 12 noon until 11.00 p.m. As always Jameson’s serves it’s all day and night Carvery at the weekends, as much as you can eat for 375 Baht, children 150 Baht, on Saturday from 5.00 p.m. - 11.00 p.m. and Sunday from 01.00 p.m. - 11.00 p.m. And also don’t miss out on Jameson’s new a la carte menu. Tel. (038) 361 874, e-mail: info @jamesons-pattaya.com, Website: www.jamesons-pattaya.com

Entertainment

Do you sing to relax? If the answer is yes, visit the Solaris Pub & Karaoke at the Ravindra Resort & Spa Najomtein. Unwind in a friendly atmosphere with a comprehensive list of international songs, state- of-the art audio-visual equipment, plus a good deal of freebie and special privileges for everyone: Private room available. Contact 038-235777 for further details.

The Captain’s Corner introduces the talented “Elvis” Arthur every Saturday and Sunday evening at 9 p.m. to continue the popular “Elvis live on stage” tradition. Come and enjoy the best Bar-B-Q in town at the Captain’s Corner and sing along to your favorite Elvis song. For reservations and free pick up service call: 038 364314. The Captain’s Corner BBQ restaurant is located at the Residence Suites, Thappraya Road on the way to Jomtien.

Calling all musicians and singers: Need a venue to jam with other like minded people? Why not go to Robin Hood Bar in Jomtien and join the jamming sessions every Friday evening from 7pm onwards. 10% of all the takings will be donated to Mercy Center. So come and join in and support in helping the underprivileged in Pattaya. For more information, contact Dave on 0868 213 202 or Kavita on [email protected]

Enjoy live, world-class music at the Jazz Pit Pub on Soi 5, Second Road, every night of the week.  On Monday nights international artists get together for jam sessions, so if you play an instrument or just love the sound of jazz, come and join in the fun in this classy and cozy atmosphere.

Liam’s Gallery: The largest gallery in the Eastern Seaboard features original artworks by Thai and International artists. The gallery also features a large library, coffee and wine bar with Wi-Fi Internet. Works are for sale and the gallery also displays Liam’s extensive private collection of art. The gallery is located at 352/107 Soi 4, Pratamnak Hill (Soi Nordic). Gallery hours are Daily 10am -7pm. Closed on Mondays. Open house every Friday at 6.30pm. Free wine served. Telephone 038 306172 Geena or Liam. Email contact. [email protected], Website: www.liamsgallery.com

Events

PILC members are invited to participate in the Walk 4 Women 2009 - Cervical Cancer Awareness walk at Lumpini Park in Bangkok on Sunday, February 8. Take the challenge of your life and walk for 24 hours. Please note that participants are welcome to walk for short time or distances (example: 30 minutes) or for the entire 24 hours. For more information & confirmation of your participation, please contact Joseph Henry on 08 5834 5557, email joseph.henry@ vivaldipr.com

The 5th Anniversary of the Pattaya Marina Rotary Club will take place on February 22 at the Amari Orchid Resort garden wing from 6 to 7 p.m. There will be a welcome drink served at sunset (Kir Royal cocktail) followed by an international buffet dinner. The price is 800 baht (wine included). There are limited seats so reservations are required before February 15. Contact Heidi 08 486 58 347, email heidiglemeau@ hotmail.com

Artist James Kennedy will be visiting Asian University on Wednesday, February 11 to talk about his work. James Kennedy is an Irish painter based in East Hampton, New York, where he works from the Surface Library Atelier + Gallery. His paintings are strongly rooted in landscape and draw strongly on the geography of his homeland in Northern Ireland. The talk will take place in the University’s media center starting at 1pm. Entrance is free but please call Puu on 038 253 700 ext. 2723 to book your place.

Dr Mario will be hosting his regular discussion group on the last Thursday of the month at the North Star Library in Pattaya. This month’s topic is “How to understand the world we live in: International Relations and Foreign Policy in the Competitive Global Context.” The talk will take place from 15.00 – 16.30 and admission is free. Call 038-716-755 or sign up at the reception.

The Regent’s School will host their International Day 2009, celebrating ‘International Love’, on Saturday, February 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All families and members of the local community are welcome to attend. Enjoy visiting over 50 different countries, tasting international cuisine, fun games, World Cup football, bouncy castle, national performances, and the parade of nations. The event helps to support the Regent’s Round Square Major Service projects. For more information email: [email protected].

A carnival costume “Jungle Party” party, organized by the German speaking Rotary Club Phoenix Pattaya, will take place on Saturday, February 21 from 7 p.m. at Ina’s Bistro, Soi Potisan, Naklua Road. All Rotarians, friends, guests as well as their families are invited to attend this wonderful party. A grilled buffet will be available together with free Chang draft (while stocks last), good music, shows and dance performances, plus an auction. The best fancy dress costume will win a suckling pig for 12 people. Tickets are priced at only 700 baht (650 baht advanced purchase) per person and all proceeds will be used for the charity projects of the club. For further information please contact Stephan Heynert, info@ rotary-phoenix-pattaya.org, mobile: 081-5138075, Trutz H. Fiddickow, sekretaer@ rotary-phoenix-pattaya.org, mobile: 084-5654072 or Ina Buschhüter, [email protected], mobile: 081-7584161.

Gallery Opium, in conjunction with Bangkok-based art critic Brian Curtin, presents an exhibition titled New Ecologies. This is the first of what is expected to become an annual exhibition and festival of visual arts and related events in Pattaya. The exhibition, which started on January 29, presents the contemporary works of a wide range of expatriate and local artists over a three-month season at the Sheraton Pattaya Resort. Also, starting on January 31 at the Gallery Opium, is an exhibition by Narong Wannasa titled Inspiration From My Friend’s Spirit. It is the Thai artist’s second solo exhibition and will display Wannasa’s imaginative and shape forming skills. For more information contact Alan Kirkland-Roath, Gallery Opium, 315/26 Moo 12, Thepprasit Road, Pattaya on 038 303040 or 085 084 7947, www.galleryopium. com, [email protected]

The Burapa Motorcycle Club will be presenting its 12th Annual Pattaya Bike Week from February 12-14 at Soi Chaiyapruk Sports Stadium. This event is officially recognized and supported by the City of Pattaya and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and promises to be the best motorcycle & musical event ever held in South East Asia, attracting in the region of 35-50,000 people to the area over the three days. Nirvana Resort, in association with Burapa MC, will be hosting the official opening party on February 12 at Jomtien Beach Rd Soi 4. The event will involve some very well known names and faces from the world of music & entertainment and it’s sure to be the best Rock N Roll and Blues party ever held in Jomtien - and most of all it will be completely free and open to everyone. Proceeds from the party will be donated to the Camillian Social Centre in Rayong for children living with HIV/AIDS. Sponsorship of the event is invited through Richard Rhodes 081 723 8402 or email: richyrhodes @hotmail.com