COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

Events

The 2010 Pattaya Vegetarian Festival is currently taking place from October 7-17 and includes traditional lion dance performances, Chinese martial art displays, concerts, competitions, and numerous parades throughout Pattaya city center. A final procession will take place on the morning of Sunday, Oct. 17 to mark the end of the festival, starting from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation Grounds and moving to the Larn Pho Yard where a holy water ceremony will be held. Traffic restrictions and road closures are likely to occur during the 10 day event when parades and concerts take place. For more information call the Sawang Boriboon Foundation on 038-221-380, 038-222-380 or Pattaya City Public Relations Center on 038-253-1312, 1337.

The Chonburi Buffalo Racing Festival 2010 will be held at the Chonburi Provincial and District Fields from October 16-22. The week-long event will feature buffalo races in four separate categories based on the sizes of the animals and jockeys. As in previous years, along with the racing there will also be numerous merchandise stalls, games, activities, traditional exhibits and beauty pageants to keep everyone entertained. This year organizers also plan to include a variety of concerts by well-known Thai artists from the country and pop music scene. For more information call the Chonburi Municipal Office on, 038-287-035, TAT Pattaya Office on 038-428-750 or visit www.tat.or.th.

AustCham Thailand will be holding an Eastern Seaboard Sundowners networking event on Friday, Oct. 15 at the Amari Orchid Resort & Tower in Pattaya starting at 6 p.m. The cost is 450 baht for members and 850 baht for non-members. To book online go to www.austcham thailand.com

A British Chamber of Commerce (BCCT) Eastern Seaboard Networking Evening will be held on Friday 22th October from 6.30 p.m. at Shenanigans Irish Pub, The Avenue Mall, Pattaya 2nd Road. Weston SEA and TICON will be sponsoring finger food & selected beverages on a first-come, first-served basis from 6.30 - 8.00 p.m. Anyone arriving before 6.30 p.m. or staying after 8.00 p.m. must cover their own F&B costs. All members and guests are welcome. The entry fees are: THB 350 per person (BCCT members) and THB 1,100 per person (non BCCT members). BCCT members and non-members please book on-line at BCCT website - www.bccthai.com.

The IWICA Chess Academy is organizing the 2nd IWICA Inter School and Inter University Chess Team Tournament scheduled to take place on 30th Oct at Assumption Alumni, Rama IV, Bangkok. All schools and universities around Thailand are invited to participate and support this event in order to make it a successful one. Trophies and gift vouchers worth over 20,000 baht will be on offer to the winners as well as medals and certificates for all those taking part. For registration and more information please contact 081 699 2038 or email tournament @iwicachessacademy.com.

Clubs and Associations

The next meeting of the Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, October 17. Everyone is warmly welcome. The scheduled guest speaker is Dr. Surakit Visuttiwatanakorn, DDS from the new Dental Cosmetic and Implant Center at Bangkok Hospital Pattaya. His topic will be on dental implants. The Club meets every Sunday morning at The Tavern by the Sea restaurant located on the North end of Beach Road (part of the Amari Orchid Resort). The program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet breakfast available from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Each week the PCEC usually has an interesting speaker to talk on various subjects of interest in an informal setting. The program is followed by the ever lively and often humorous Open Forum where questions are asked and answers given about living in Pattaya as well as an update on events 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 Club’s website at www.pattayacityexpats club.com and learn more about the many and varied activities of the Club.

The Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) organizes regular lunches and coffee mornings on the first and third Tuesday of every month. For more information email [email protected], or go to the website at www.pattaya-pilc.com

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.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Pattaya: The Pattaya Group meets Wednesday and Thursday at noon (open); Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 5 p.m. (closed) and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. (closed) at the Satree Pattana Center, Soi Skaw Beach (2nd Rd): contact Carl on 084 563 1671. The Good Morning Pattaya Group meets 9 a.m. every morning at the Highlander Guest House, Soi Skaw Beach. All meetings are ‘open’: contact Mike 086 009 6276. The Jomtien Group meets every day at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: contact: Bill 086 156 8102, Mark 087 096 6069, Bob 087 085 3356, Thai contact: Somchai 081 445 3302. The Scandinavian Group meets on Tuesdays and Fridays 6 p.m. at the Norwegian Seaman’s Church, Thappraya Road Soi 7: contact Hans 085 135 7755 or Rune (Rayong) 089 754 9515.

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 Rotary Club Pattaya Marina meets every Friday at 7.00 p.m. at the Pullman Aisawan, Wongamat Beach, between Soi 16 and 18 in Naklua. The evening meetings include a sumptuous international buffet. For more information contact Club President Eric Larbouillat at info @rotarypattayamarina.com

The Royal British Legion will be holding a Service of Remembrance at 10.50 p.m. on Thursday November 11 at St Nikolaus Church located on Sukhumvit Road. The service will be open to all nationalities and all faiths but in order to reserve you a seat the organizers would appreciate it if you could notify in advance if you intend to come along. The Royal British Legion meets at Tropical Bert’s, 2nd Road opposite the Bangkok Bank every Sunday from 2 p.m. You do not have to have served in the UK armed forces to join but you must agree to the principles of the Legion. For more details phone Bert on 089 807 2335.

The Dutch Expats Club meets the last Thursday of every month at 6pm. Feel free to see our website for the location address: http://nvtpattaya.org. New members are always welcome.

DACH-Club - Meetings of German speaking residents for dining, discussions, films and gemutlichkeit. Pat’s Leckerle, Soi 33 Naklua. Check website http://www.dach-th.org/location.html

The RLC (Rayong Ladies Circle), which operates mainly in the Ban Chang and Rayong areas, is a friendly and social group of international women. They hold a monthly coffee morning, amongst many other activities, on each second Tuesday of every month in the home of one of their members. Everyone most welcome to join! For more information contact [email protected] or visit www. rayongladiescircle.com

Dining

The next Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Gala Dinner will be held at the Mantra Restaurant on Tuesday Oct. 19 featuring Michelin Star recipient and Berlin’s most celebrated chef Thomas Kammeier. The cost of the evening is 3,500 baht net for members and 4,500 baht net for non-members (price includes pre-dinner cocktails, multi-course menu, all the wines, after dinner Cognac & malt whiskies, service charge, VAT). Only limited seats are offered for this event, so please make your reservation early by emailing Ranjith Chandrasiri at [email protected] or call 038 250 421.

Theme Buffet Evenings at the Montien Hotel, Pattaya: Wednesday at La Mer Restaurant - Mediterranean Buffet Dinner 6.30p.m. - 10.00 p.m. Savour original culinary delights from the sunny Mediterranean. A rich array of southern European favorites available: Adults Baht 695++, Children Baht 400++. Friday at the Verandah (Coffee Shop) - BBQ & Seafood Buffet Dinner 6.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m., “Irresistible Seafood” with a net-full of fresh seafood and tender sizzling meats: Adults Baht 795++, Children Baht 450++. For reservations please call 038-428155, 038- 361340 ext 1620, 1621, E-mail; [email protected]

Patrick’s Belgian Restaurant, opposite Mike Shopping Mall, 2nd Road, starting from this month every Thursday is Roast Beef Night (330 baht), Friday Moules - Frites Night (350 baht) and Every 2nd Saturday Bouillabaisse Mediterranean (500 baht) is featured. For reservations contact Patrick 081 687 2410 or e-mail [email protected]

The Peak Chinese Restaurant offers modern Chinese cuisine complemented by a panoramic view of the bay of Pattaya. The Peak’s kitchen turns out a stellar selection of Chinese dishes including hot & cold appetizers sampler, steamed abalone stuffed with minced shrimps on sesame egg noodles, and eight treasure rice. Daily dim sum lunch is also available. The restaurant seats 80, including 2 private rooms. The Peak is located on the 8th floor of the Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open every day from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. For reservations and more information on opening hours, please call (0) 3842-5611 to 7, ext. 2276.

The Bay Italian Restaurant, offering a relaxed dining experience with its sumptuous Italian dishes and boasting one of the best views of Pattaya Bay, has established itself as one of the best restaurants in Pattaya. The Bay also hosts a fabulous BBQ Buffet Dinner every Saturday evening. Seating available for 200 people in both interior and terrace settings. The Bay is located near the Lagoon Pool of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open every day from 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. For more information and reservations, please call 038 425 611-7 ext. 2270.

Restaurant Casa Pascal Sunday Brunch Buffet from 10-15 hr. The first and longest Sunday Brunch Buffet in town offers an overwhelming choice of food items and comes to you for just 899 baht + V.A.T. including a glass of Prosecco (children under 8 years 450 baht). Don’t miss this unique chance and book your table right now! First come, first served. For your reservation, please call (038) 723-660 or 081-983-4182.

Restaurant Poseidon offers a daily Breakfast and Lunch Buffet menu from 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. featuring a host of favorites including freshly baked breads, delicacies, fruit, salads, hot dishes and the cooking station that offers bacon, ham, sausages, eggs of your choice, potatoes, fried rice, noodles and much more. The whole menu is available for only 165 baht per person. Also don’t forget the weekend BBQ dinner menu (every Sat & Sun night) which includes a whole smorgasbord of delicious food offerings for only 444 baht per person. For more information and reservations call (038) 303-300 or 081-983-4182 (Kim) or go to www.restaurant-pattaya.com

New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club, Sunday through Thursday, 7 p.m. 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 weekly set menu, served from midday to midnight, 3 courses for 255 baht / 2 courses 230 baht / 1 course 195 baht. Starters include potted ham with thick toast & English mustard or homemade turkey broth or hot prawns in cognac. The main courses offer spaghetti with your choice of Bolognaise, vegetarian tomato sauce or Carbonara, or pork burger or grilled king mackerel steak (caught by manager Wanchai) served with boiled potato, peas & butter/lemon/chili sauce. Dessert includes a choice of chocolate brownie cake with cream or strawberry sundae or pineapple crumble with custard. This menu can be served within 45 minutes if you’re in a hurry. Tel. (038) 361 874, e-mail: [email protected], Website: www.jamesons-pattaya.com

Entertainment

The Biggles Big Band from Amsterdam will be returning to Pattaya this month for an exclusive one night only performance on Friday, October 15 at the Ravindra Resort & Spa in Jomtien. The performance starts at 7 p.m. and will feature classic big band songs from legends such as Frank Sinatra. Tickets cost only 300 baht per person and include one free drink. For more details and reservations call 038 235 777 or E-mail: [email protected], : www.ravindraresort.com.

Charity Musical Theatre: A charity showing of “Samson & Delilah” will be performed by famous Thai movie stars at the Alangkarn Theater, Pattaya on Saturday, October 16 at 2 p.m. The event will also feature Glass Harp by the outstanding Weerapong Taweesak and lovely dancing shows by deaf and orphaned children. Tickets cost 700 - 1,000 baht and all proceeds will go to the orphaned children “Education Fund”. Reservations can be made through the Human Help Network Foundation office at Tel: 038-488-956 or call Toy on 081-752-0445.

The Pattaya Classical Guitar Festival 2010 will take place on Saturday 23 October and Saturday 30 October at the Siam Bayshore Resort & Spa in South Pattaya. The 2-day festival will feature performances by some world class guitarists as well as workshops and a guitar exhibition. Tickets for the festival are available at 400 THB for adults and 200 THB for students for each day with proceeds from the event going to help the Father Ray Foundation. To book seats in advance or for more information, contact the Siam Bayshore Hotel on 038 428 678-81.

The Tina Malibu show is back in its old location on the corner of Soi Post Office and Second Road. The one and only Tina is inviting all her old fans to come back to where the legend began, and enjoy the non-stop entertainment from 8.00 p.m. every night. The Soi Post Office corner is where Tina belonged, and the “Bitch is Back!”

The New Garden in Pratamnak Soi 4 has Charity Music Jam Sessions every Sunday at 6.30 p.m. Welcome! Phone 038-250971. See earlier videos at www.jomtienpeople.com

Come and enjoy a swinging salsa night at the Havana Bar every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Entrance is free and includes a free basic salsa workshop from 8:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. The Havana Bar is located at the Holiday Inn on Pattaya Beach Road, and is open from 7:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m. For more information go to www.salsaamante.com

Free Sahaja Yoga Meditation classes at the North Star Library every Saturday at 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Contact John 083 005 3006 or North Star Library 038 716 755, www.thaisahajayoga.com

The Jazz Pit pub has reopened after renovations: Come and enjoy the live music from 8 p.m. to midnight every day (except Tuesdays & Wednesdays). Listen to great music by Thomas Reimer, one of the most famous European Jazz guitar players. If you play an instrument, you are welcome to come along and join in the jam sessions. The Jazz Pit is located on Soi 5 off Pattaya Beach and 2nd Road. Tel: 038 428 374.

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.

Liam’s Gallery is holding an exhibition of work by renowned Thai artist Tanachai Ekuruchaitep titled “Signs & Fortune” until October 24, 2010. The exhibit showcases the artist’s fascination with ancient Chinese symbols and scripts and how these influence and are incorporated into his work. Liam’s Gallery is open Tuesday to Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information please visit www.liamsgallery.com, telephone 038 306172 Geena or Liam or email [email protected].