TOURISTS in Chiang Mai have been warned about possible disturbances due to today’s landmark decision on ousted Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s seized fortune. Continue reading →
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Disturbances possible as court decision nears
February 26th, 2010 — Events, Expats, Health & safety, Sightseeing & tours, Tourist services — posted by admin
March events – elephant polo, adventure race and more..
February 16th, 2010 — Events — posted by Kirsty Turner
March events in Chiang Mai include;
Amazing Thailand Adventure Race – River Kwai, Kanchanaburi (06/03, starts 09:00);
Jazz in the Winter – Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University (07/03, starts 18:00);
King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament – Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, 229 Moo 1, Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai (22-29/03, starts 09:00);
APIS Idol 2009-2010 – American Pacific International School, 158/1 Moo 3 Hangdong-Samoeng Road, Banpong (13-19/03, starts 17:00);
Mini Light & Sound Nopburi Sri Nakorn Ping Chiang Mai – Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre (20/03, starts 19:00);
Live Music Orchestra – Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University (20/03, starts 18:00);
A Hand to Paw Outreach Fundraising Event – The Gallery Restaurant & Jazz Bar, 25-27-29 Charoen Raj Road (20/03, starts 18:30-21:30);
Sawasdee Acoustic – Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University (28/03, starts 18:00)
Million meth pills seized in police raid
January 26th, 2010 — Events, Health & safety, Uncategorized — posted by Tom Steele
AUTHORITIES in Chiang Mai arrested the owner at an orange packing plant after a drug raid discovered 980,000 methamphetamine pills stowed away in the woman’s factory. Continue reading →
February events – flower festival, marathon and more..
January 21st, 2010 — Events — posted by Kirsty Turner
February events in Chiang Mai include;
Chiang Mai Flower Festival – all over Chiang Mai (05-07/02, all weekend);
Bike for Elephants – departs from Mae Rim-Samoeng Road (06-07/02, starts 17:00);
Melodies of Japan – Payap University (07/02, 17:30);
East Meets West Exclusive Dinner - La Gritta, Payap University (13-15/02, starts 19:00);
FERC Sweet Charities - Bake & Bite, Kaew Nawarat Road, Soi 3, (13/02 starts 18:00);
Doi Suthep Mini Marathon 2010 – Field Monument Croba Srivichai (14/02, starts 06:00);
Mini Light & Sound Nopburi Sri Nakron Ping Chaing Mai – Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre (20/02, starts 19:00);
6th Annual Run 4 Relief – Huay Tung Tao, Mae Rim district, (20/02 starts 08:00);
Thai nationals arrested for drug trafficking
January 14th, 2010 — Events, Expats, Health & safety — posted by Tom Steele
MORE than five kilos of potentially lethal methamphetamine worth around 10 million baht was seized in Chiang Mai early Wednesday morning. Continue reading →
January events – syncronised swimming, tulips and more..
December 23rd, 2009 — Events — posted by Kirsty Turner
January events in Chiang Mai include;
Syncronised Swimming Performance – Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium (25/12-03/01, 10:30);
CM Red Cross Winter Fair – Chiang Mai Provincial City Fairground (30/12-10/01, starts 10:00);
Tulips Blooming at Chia Prakan – Amphor Chai Prakan (31/12-04/01, daytime);
New Year’s Day celebration - Silapa Thai Lounge, Shangri-la Hotel, Chang Klan Road (01-03/01, starts 11:00);
Piano recital by Lisa Caliri and Pamela Prasattongsoth - AUA Language Center Chiangmai, Rajdamnern Road, (05/01 starts 19:00);
Japanese Design Day 100– Chiang Mai University Art Center, Nimmarnhaemin Road (08-25/01, starts 09:00);
Bor Sang Umbrella Festival – Bor Sang, Chiang Mai (18-21/01, all day);
Rajapruek Garden 2009- Royal Flora Ratchapruek, Thanon Maehea, (19-31/01 starts 14:00);
Community Market - 234 Moo 3, Thanon Huay Sai (29/01, all day)
Chiang Mai readies for Royal Birthday
November 30th, 2009 — Events — posted by admin
The entire Kingdom of Thailand readies itself annually to celebrate one occasion more than any other. It is the birthday of His Majesty the King of Thailand—on the fifth of December, and this year will mark the 82nd birthyear of the world’s longest reigning monarch. Continue reading →
December events
November 24th, 2009 — Events — posted by Kirsty Turner
December events in Chiang Mai include;
CHIANG MAI NETWORKING EVENING – Shangri-La Hotel (03/12, 18:30-20:30);
THAILAND INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FESTIVAL – Doi Saket (03/12-06/12);
PHRA CHAO TILOKARAT LIGHT AND SOUND PERFORMANCE – Chiang Mai University (10-12/12, starts 19:00);
CHIANG MAI MUSIC FESTIVAL – Ban Wangtan Village, Sunpakwan Road (11/12, starts 19:30);
CHARITY CHRISTMAS PARTY - Tiger Tiger, Chareonprathet Road, (12/12 starts 19:30);
ANNUAL ROSE SHOW – J.J. Market (25-27/12, 09:00 – 19:00);
Bollywood stars support Habitat Global project
November 19th, 2009 — Accommodation, Events, Health & safety — posted by Michael Harrigan
Former US President Jimmy Carter’s Habitat Global project welcomed a number of celebrities to Chiang Mai this month. Among the many known faces was John Abraham, Bollywood (Indian film industry) superstar, who has recently been named as a Habitat Global Hero for his contribution to the charity organsisation’s work in India, Pakistan and Ehtiopia. Continue reading →
November events
November 1st, 2009 — Events — posted by Kirsty Turner
November events in Chiang Mai include;
Loy Krathong Party – Tha Phae Gate (02/11, starts after dark);
Robin Zebaida Piano Recital – A.U.A Language Center (04/11, starts 7pm);
European Union Film Festival – The Vista Kadsuankaew (05-15/11, various showtimes);
Chiang Mai Photographic Group Exhibition 2009 - Central Airport Plaza (14-29/11, starts 11am);
The Art of Ability – Mute Mute Gallery (14/11, starts 8pm);
Yi Peng Festival – Ratilanna Pier (27/10-02/11, starts after dark)
