Events
A joint Eastern Seaboard Networking Evening hosted by the
British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT) in conjunction with AustCham
Thailand, the South African Chamber of Commerce (SATCC) and the American Chamber
of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM), will take place on Friday July 26 at the
Hilton Hotel, Pattaya from 6.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Admission cost is THB 400 per
person for chamber members and THB 800 for non-members and will include a
free-flow of beer & wine (available while stocks last). For more information and
booking, go to www.bccthai.com or email
[email protected].
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya will be holding a
Bridal Show and Wedding Fair in the resort’s Mirage Grand Ballroom from July
26-29. Find everything to plan your perfect wedding with a variety of choices
such as Thai or Western weddings or a romantic wedding on the beach. Wedding
planners will be in attendance at the fair along with caterers, photographers,
florists, jewelers etc. Confirm your wedding party during the event, and enter
the lucky draw to win fabulous prizes. For more information, call 038 301 234
ext.4164, 4173.
A Memorial Mass for Father Ray Brennan will be held at 6.p.m
on the evening of Friday 16th August. This Mass will mark the tenth anniversary
of the passing of Father Ray, the Catholic priest who spent more than thirty
years in Pattaya and devoted his time to helping the underprivileged in society.
The Memorial Mass will be take place at St. Nikolaus Catholic Church on
Sukhumvit Road.
The Pattaya International Tattoo Festival will be held from
Aug. 24-25 at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya. The event offers tourists and tattoo
lovers alike a chance to view an extensive range of body art and even get their
own. Also on offer will be information on health, the history of tattoos, tattoo
trends, cleanliness, and equipment. In addition there will be a children’s
drawing contest and art contests. The final day will see awards presented for
outstanding body art in several categories.
Dining
Havana Bar invites all wine lovers to their 3rd wine tasting
on Saturday, August 3, from 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Admission price THB 890 per
person. Hi Club memberships gets 15% discount. For more information or
reservation, call 038 725 555.
Lebanese flat bread chicken pizza
at Oceans.
Throughout the month of July 2013, “Oceans” restaurant offers
a special Middle East menu including selected items such as pita bread pockets
filled with grilled chicken, yoghurt and mint sauce; minced lamb kebabs with
humus and sesame tahini and Lebanese flat bread chicken pizza. Prices started at
only Baht 220++ (subject to 10% service charge and 7% tax). Don’t miss it!
Oceans Restaurant is located on the beachfront of Centara Grand Mirage Beach
Resort Pattaya. The restaurant opens daily from 11.00-18.00 hrs. Call for more
information or table reservations at 038 301 234 ext. 4272
A month for meat lovers at
The Cabin Grill.
Marco Polo Chinese Restaurant is famous for its authentic
Shanghainese and Szechuan cuisines prepared to perfection by master Chinese
chefs. Enjoy a dim sum lunch daily from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. and dinner from
6.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily. Also make sure to call in at the Montien Bakery
Shop for freshly made cakes, pastries and breads plus a range of Thai desserts.
Open daily from 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. (Every day). For more information, call
the Montien Hotel, Pattaya, tel. 038 428 155, 038 361 340 ext 1620, 1621, or
email [email protected].
Traditional English draught scrumpy cider now available in
two strengths at Tropical Bert’s on 2nd Road next to Soi 6/1. Weston’s Bounds at
4.8% and Weston’s Traditional at 6% both on sale at the promotional price of 150
baht per pint or 80 per half. Why not try the pork and cider night every
Wednesday for an even better deal? Coming soon Brains smooth bitter and Brains
stout, and with a Brains quiz night every Thursday you could even get to try
them free (if you win of course)! Tropical Bert’s offers cold beer and a warm
atmosphere and is the home of the Royal British Legion Thailand. For more
information, call 089 807 2335.
Throughout the month of July, The Cabin Grill offers meat
lovers a chef’s recommendation with the combination of rib eye steak served with
an Idaho baked potato and assorted garnishes with selected sauces of Bearmaise
sauce, mushroom sauce, red wine sauce or curry sauce, all served with a glass of
red wine. Price is only THB 620 net. The Cabin Grill is located at the 2nd floor
of Royal Wing @ the A-One Royal Cruise Hotel Pattaya on the Pattaya Beach Road
between soi 2 and soi 3. Open daily 11.00 am – 10.00 pm. For more information,
please call (038) 259 555 Ext 4232.
The Bay Italian restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience
in a contemporary setting with both indoor and outdoor seating and a scenic view
of Pattaya Bay. The Bay is located at the Dusit Thani Pattaya Resort, next to
the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya. Opening hours are Monday to Sunday -
11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information and reservations, please call 038
425 611-7 ext. 2270.
The open kitchen concept at Edge restaurant, Hilton Hotel
Pattaya, creates an interactive dining experience combined with natural light
and breathtaking views. Monday’s “Post weekend BBQ” features freshly grilled
sausages, Korean style pork cuts and chorizo burritos while Tuesday’s
“Mediterranean Fare” includes Middle Eastern dips and salads, pizza and pasta.
On Wednesday, Edge presents “Burgers, Salads and Gourmet Sandwiches” where
guests can create their perfect burger, toss a fresh salad or grab a gourmet
sandwich. The tastes of Southeast Asia, India, China and Japan come together for
Thursday’s “Extended Asia” followed by Friday’s “Seafood Pattaya” where the
crystal waters offer up fresh local prawns, crabs and lobsters served on ice or
grilled. Saturday’s “Classics & Confectionaries” presents timeless favorites
such as Greek salad, oven-baked whole salmon, green curry and bouillabaisse and
margherita pizza. In addition, guests will be able to indulge in traditional
Thai desserts with a modern twist. Every Sunday, the chefs pull out all the
stops and offer the hotel’s famous “Sunday Brunch” that brings together a wide
selection from around the globe. Bookings are absolutely essential for this very
popular event. Monday to Thursday @ THB 420 net; Friday and Saturday @ THB 480
net, Sunday Brunch @ THB 1200 net; Wine Buffet @ THB 800 net. “Seven Days, Seven
Themes” is available from Mondays to Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. and
from 12 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. on Sundays. Edge restaurant is located on the 14th
floor of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya. For bookings, please dial +66 (0)38 253 000.
The Cascade Restaurant features globally-inspired cuisine in
its special theme buffets and new a la carte menu. Enjoy Thai, Asian and
international specialities in a relaxed setting next to the open Atrium, with
its lush gardens and waterfall. The Cascade is located near the Main Lobby of
Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open daily from 6 a.m. - 1 a.m. For reservations call 038
425 611-7 ext. 2153.
Linda’s Restaurant can be all things for all people. Serving
a wide selection of Norwegian dishes, there are also abundant
European/international dishes, as well as a full line-up of Thai items. The food
is excellent and the portion sizes tending to be on the large side, and the
prices reasonable. The wine list is also inexpensive. This restaurant is
definitely worth visiting. You will not be disappointed. Linda’s Restaurant,
315/177-180 Moo 12, opposite the Jomtien Complex, Thappraya Road, Jomtien. Open
seven days from 7 a.m. until late. Reservations: 038 252 726, 087 813 0115.
Email [email protected].
This month Benihana chefs will prepare white asparagus at the
teppanyaki table as you watch, and serve it in a variety of styles. A lunch or
dinner with Benihana’s chef-performers is always a memorable occasion. Benihana
restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of the Royal Garden Plaza. For more
information please contact Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa on 038 412 120 (ext.
1395) or email:
[email protected].
As well as the excellent European food for which it is very
well known in Pattaya (including some very rare Dutch items), Mata Hari
restaurant also has a complete range of Thai cuisine, including Thai Isaan on
request from Chef Jackie, herself coming from Isaan. Mata Hari restaurant is
located at the top of the hill on Thappraya Road, and for reservations (strongly
recommended) phone 038 259 799 or email
[email protected]
or go through the website at:
www.mataharirestaurant.com
The Tavern by the Sea Restaurant introduces the following
daily promotions: Monday Curry Night features the tastiest curries, naan bread
and salad buffet for just THB 449 net per person. Taco Tuesday offers as much as
you can eat, beef, chicken and pork tacos plus chili con carne, Mexican beans,
vegetables and salad bar for just THB 399 net. Wednesday is Ribs & Wings
evening: finger licking good ribs and 6 different kinds of wings - all you can
eat for THB 399 net per person (and with 1 glass of Heineken beer THB 449 net
per person). Thursday is Shellfish Night – as much as you can eat! Mussels,
cockles, clams and shellfish, prepared 4 different ways and served with rice or
fries. THB 499 net. Friday & Saturday Churrasco Nights offer prime meats and
seafood, grilled to perfection on the fire and freshly skewered for you on the
churrasco pens at the Tavern. All complemented by a full buffet of starters,
side dishes and desserts. Only THB 690 net per person. Every buffet is open from
18.30 - 22.00 hrs. There is also a daily happy hour from 11 am - 6 pm. Watch all
the premier live sports on one of the many widescreen TV’s or on the big
projector screen (Sports hotline 038 418 419). Amari Orchid Pattaya, Beach Road,
North Pattaya, Tel 038 418418, E-mail
[email protected]
Drift lounge and bar in the lobby at Hilton Hotel Pattaya is
a cool, casual place to meet and relax, enjoy light meals, healthy juices,
luscious cocktails and complimentary high speed wireless internet. Afternoon Tea
(ideal for sharing) from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. - THB 600 net per set,
includes coffee or tea for two with a variety of sandwiches, savories, scones,
pastries and sweets; Drifting Hour - Sunday to Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. until
8:00 p.m., Buy One Get One Free: Choose from a range of rum cocktails and long
drinks; Cake ‘n’ Calories from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., individual desserts,
whole cakes, power bars, giant cookies and macaroons. For bookings, please dial
038 253 000 or email:
[email protected].
Eat to the New Beat at Starz Diner located at the Hard Rock
Hotel Pattaya between 2nd Road and Beach Road, Central Pattaya: A selection of
Pan Asian and continental flavors, from the griddle, BBQ char-grill, pan, fryer,
steamer, wok, and tandoori oven, as well as some really delicious desserts. Sat:
THB 850++, Sun-Fri: THB 750++ food only. Sat: THB 1,080++, Sun-Fri: THB 980++
including free flow drinks. Children under 11 years of age eat for free. Show
time for live music is from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information call 038
428 755-9 or go to
http://pattaya.hardrockhotels.net.
The Peak offers modern Chinese cuisine complemented by a
panoramic view of Pattaya Bay. 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 Peak seats 80 and is located at the
Dusit Thani Pattaya Resort, next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya.
Open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For
reservations and more information please call 038 425 611 to 7, ext. 2276.
Throughout the month of July the “Acqua” Italian Restaurant
invites you to enjoy the taste of a slow cooking menu which is an integral part
of Italian cuisine. Delights include such classics as braised lamb shank on
cannellini beans, shot pasta rigatoni with wild boar ragout, and veal ossobucco
with aromatic vegetables on fettucini. Prices start from THB 390++ (subject to
10% service charge and 7% VAT). Acqua Italian restaurant is located in the Main
Lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, and opens daily from
18.30-22.30 hrs. Call for reservations at 038 301 234 ext. 4266.
Manhattans Restaurant & Bar: Open Monday to Saturday for
dinner with fine dining in a great atmosphere. Offering Pattaya’s best steaks,
seafood and an exciting a la carte menu. Set 3-course gourmet menu at THB 995-
excl. VAT. Resident pianist in the restaurant every night. Call 038 259 790 for
reservations and more information.
Intimate surroundings and a magnificent wine wall provide a
distinctive backdrop for sophisticated dining at Flare restaurant. Experience an
exquisite new menu of the authentic taste of Thai cuisine, as it captures the
freshness of its surrounds and fuses it with a global twist. Sample “Hoy Nang
Rom” made with fresh Fine de Claire oysters from the southern regions of France
or perhaps a “Som Tum”, imaginatively prepared tableside. Finish your evening
with “Cafe Bo’Lan” or maybe “Bai Tuey” - a very international cr่me br๛l้e. Also
available are an exciting range of wines from Thailand’s emerging vineyards.
Available for a limited time only in Flare, level 15 of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya
from 6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. daily. For bookings, please dial 038 253 000 or
email: pattaya. [email protected]
New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club from 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: 1,200 baht per person
Sunday to Thursday or 1,500 baht per person Friday & Saturday. The Moon River
Pub is located in front of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.
Chill out to the DJ’s beats as you sip on signature cocktails
at the Horizon lounge and take in stunning views of Pattaya Bay. Located on the
34th floor rooftop of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya, Horizon lets you party with
friends and sample the delicious cuisine in one of the three flexible private
dining rooms. Bar opens from 5:00pm until 1:00am - restaurant from 6:00pm until
11:30pm. Guests can indulge in style with a twist or simply relax in the most
chilling Infinity Bar and enjoy the gentle sea breeze and romance sunset in a
comfortable and relaxed entertainment venue. The new ‘Sunset Session’ promotion
offers guests an array of signature cocktails and “best sellers”, including
Yello, Sea Breeze, Mojito, Cosmopolitan, Bloody Mary, Singapore Sling and beers
on a one-for-one basis. The promotion is available daily from 5 pm to 7 pm at
Horizon. For more information or reservations please call +66 (0)38 253 000 or
email: bkkhp.pattaya. [email protected].
Relax and unwind with a premium cocktail throughout July at
Havana Bar & Terrazzo. Delight in a delicate mix of premium Scotch whisky, sweet
vermouth (Martini), liqueur (Cherry Brandy), grenadine and orange juice.
Discover this special creation at only THB 275 net, in this unique and relaxing
atmosphere. Live band plays 6 days a week and live acoustic, by guitarist Adam,
plays every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Hi Club membership card for
Havana Bar & Terrazzo is available for purchase offering great privileges,
discounts and special offers. Sip your favorite drink and sink in your favorite
atmosphere at Havana Bar & Terrazzo, located at the beach front, North Pattaya
(in front of Holiday Inn Pattaya). To make a reservation, call 038 725 555 or
check out
www.facebook.com/HavanaBar.Pattaya.
Promotions
Celebrate Mother’s Day this year at Havana Bar and Terrazzo
with Italian menus including signature pizzas, pastas and a variety of cuisines
in the most relaxing ambience. In honor of her special day from 01 - 31 August,
mothers receive a free pizza when accompanied by four or more family members per
table who spend a minimum of THB 500 per table per bill. An extra bonus for mom,
on August 12, all moms receive a complimentary glass of house wine from 5 - 11
p.m. For more please call 038 725 555 or visit
www.facebook.com/HavanaBar
.Pattaya.
The Pullman Pattaya Hotel G has planned something special for
Mother’s Day. At Aisawan Spa she can enjoy a Spa for Mom promotion with a ‘Buy 1
Get 1 Free’ deal on all body treatments and packages, with relaxation,
detoxification, fit and firming all included, throughout August 2013. Aisawan
Spa opens daily 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Advance reservation is required. Please call
038 411 940-8 or email to
[email protected].
Hilton Pattaya is running its annual ‘Dine And Fly’ promotion
from now until November 30, 2013. The promotion offers guests the chance to win
exciting prizes while enjoying great food and beverage deals as well as the
luxurious spa treatments at Hilton Pattaya. By simply spending THB 3,000 at any
of Hilton Pattaya’s restaurants, eforea spa, or on in-room dining, guests will
have the chance to jet off on an unforgettable holiday for two to the Hilton
Singapore, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, Hilton Shanghai or Conrad Seoul. Five
winners will either receive return airfares with two nights’ accommodation and
daily breakfast at one of the destinations, or be entitled to throw a rooftop
party at Horizon on level 34 of Hilton Pattaya worth up to THB 100,000. For more
information please call +66 (0)38 253 000 or email
[email protected].
Entertainment
Popular Thai singer Two Popetorn will be performing live at
the Soul Lounge Sessions at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya on Friday, July 26 from
10.30 p.m. onwards. Ticket prices cost THB 980 net and include a free-flow of
drinks. For reservations, call 038 428 755-9 or email
[email protected].
The next Latino Groove dance night will take place at the
Havana Bar, Holiday Inn Pattaya on Saturday, July 27 from 8.30 p.m. onwards with
free entrance, free dance instruction and Happy Hour until midnight. For more
information, call 038 725 555 or go to
www.facebook.com/HavanaBar.Pattaya.
The Royal Cliff Beach Resort will host another evening of
opera on Monday August 12 in honor of HM Queen Sirikit’s Birthday. The Bangkok
Opera company will present “Music of Love and Devotion - An Evening of Opera and
Musical Favorites” in the Head of State Chamber from 6.30 p.m. The musical
evening will feature an enchanting selection from renowned composers like
Mozart, Offenbach, Lehar, Purcell, Handel and many more beloved favorites.
Tickets prices are THB 700 or THB 500 (Royal Cliff guests), and THB 300
(students with valid ID.) For more information or reservations visit
www.royalcliff.com or call 038 250
421 ext. 2007/2037.
Local theatrical troupe Pattaya Players present Broadway
Under The Stars - their premiere all-singing, show-stopping event on Saturday,
September 21, at 7:00 p.m. A multitude of local performers will present an
elegant, cabaret-style program of musical theater standards and contemporary
favorites straight from the Great White Way! Tickets are 1,600 baht inclusive of
the show, a Kir Royal welcome drink, an exquisite gourmet buffet dinner and a
limited-edition exclusive goody bag! In addition, there will be a rather
extensive Lucky Draw Raffle featuring a wide range of exclusive items, services
and gift vouchers donated from various area businesses. This swanky affair will
take place poolside, under the stars at the beautiful Baan Souy Resort in
Jomtien. Tickets are available now and can be purchased with a credit card from
their online box office at www.thelittleboxoffice.co/pattayaplayers/ or with
cash, in person at Baan Souy Resort located at Soi 15, Thappraya Road.
The Bangkok Charity Orchestra will be holding a special
concert featuring the music of Wagner, Dvorak and Bruch on Friday, August 9 at
the Intercontinental Hotel in Bangkok in the aid of the Triamsuksa Soidao School
in Chantaburi. The evening starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are only THB 800. For
reservations, send an email to:
[email protected].
dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya invites you to come and relax, sip a
cocktail or two and enjoy the dulcet tones of classic live jazz performed by the
famous saxophonist Aht Gunlayanakupt, a.k.a. the Kenny G. of Thailand, and his
fellow musician, French jazz singer and guitarist Jonathan Piere Bruno Ayark.
Performances of “a new jazz in town” are held every Thursday, Friday and
Saturday from 8.30pm - 11.00pm at the hotel’s Deep Bar. For more information and
reservations, call 038 769 999 or send an email to
[email protected].
Mantra Restaurant & Bar has teamed up with Howard Posener,
one of the finest close-up magicians in the world who will perform intimate
magic at your table while you enjoy mouth-watering Mantra Asian and
Mediterranean cuisine. Known as “the millionaire’s magician,” Howard Posener has
performed for most of the royalty throughout the world. His personal clients
include Dustin Hoffman, John Travolta, Sir Elton John, and Barbra Streisand to
name a few. Mantra Restaurant & Bar is situated at the Amari Orchid Resort at
the north end of Pattaya Beach Road. Open 18:00 to 1:00 with Mantra Magic shows
taking place from 19:00 to 21:00 every Friday. For more information or
reservations, call 038 429 591.
Happy hours have turned on at the Pullman Pattaya Hotel G.
The Beach Bar offers the longest Happy Hour in town, from 5 pm - 7 pm, with 50%
off the drinks menu prices. Enjoy a stunning sunset with your favorite drink in
hand. Surprises are in store every Friday so don’t miss out! For more
information or reservations, contact 038 411 940-8 or email
[email protected].
The North Star Library on Sukhumvit Road, north Pattaya holds
regular Thai language classes Mon - Fri from 10.30 till 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. till
2.30 p.m. Cost of admission is 100 baht per session for library members and 200
baht for non-members. Private lessons are also available for 200 baht per hour.
In addition, the library also holds Yoga training every Tuesday from 1 - 2 p.m.
at the Father Ray Foundation. Cost is 1200 baht for 6 sessions (first session
free). For more information, call 081 575 4854 or email
[email protected]
Come and enjoy live music at the Jazz Pit Pub from 7 p.m. to
11 p.m. 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 every
Monday evening. Jazz trio every Friday at 7-11 p.m., with Thomas Reimer
(guitar), Andy Goodson (bass), and Peter Couling (drums). The Jazz Pit is
located on Soi 5 off Pattaya Beach and 2nd Road. Tel: 038 428 374.
Yoga classes now available every Tuesday and Thursday at the
Tea Tree Spa, 5th floor of the Holiday Inn Pattaya. Experience the calmness and
serenity of Pattaya Bay at sunset time while having a 1 hour yoga class with
natural sea breezes and relaxing music. Limited space available, please call 038
725 555 ext. 3902 for more information and reservation.
Clubs and
Associations
The next Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) meeting will be on
Sunday, July 28. Everyone is warmly welcome. The speaker will be David Cole who
will deliver an informative presentation that offers a rare opportunity to
share, first hand, a personal account of climbing Mount Everest. 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 to 11 a.m.
The International Association of Travel and Tourism
Professionals - Skๅl International, with its re-launched Pattaya Chapter ‘Skๅl
International Pattaya & East Thailand’ meets on the third Thursday of every
month at different member’s venues and features a variety of interesting guest
speakers. Next month the club would like to invite all Skๅlleagues and guests to
attend the monthly meeting on Thursday 15th August at Moon River Pub at the Thai
Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road. The event starts with cocktails at 6.30 p.m.,
dinner at 7 p.m. Cost of dinner is only 600 baht. To RSVP or learn more about
Skๅl International, email:
[email protected].
The Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) organizes
regular lunches and coffee mornings on the first and third Tuesday of every
month. There is also a newcomer’s coffee meeting at Casa Pascal on Second Road
on the last Monday of every month. No reservation necessary and the coffee
begins at 10:30. For more information email
[email protected], or go to the website at
www.pilc-pattaya.com.
Al-Anon/Al-Ateen Family Group: Is an alcoholic or addict
adversely affecting your life? Maybe we can help. Meetings are held Sunday,
12:30 p.m. at the Highlander Restaurant, Soi 9 (Soi Skaw Beach, Pattaya 2d
Road), and at 10:30 a.m. at Jomtien Plaza Condotel, 4th Floor. For more
information, call John on 089 933 7227 or Katie 087 131 6072.
The Scandinavian Expat Club Pattaya meets every second Sunday
from Jan 8th 2012 at the Green Tree Restaurant on Pattaya
Beach Road Soi 1 from 1 p.m. onwards. Everyone welcome.
The Pattaya Irish Society meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at
Moonrakers in Pong. Call John on 086 112 0988 for details.
The Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard (RCES) meets 6 p.m. every
Thursday at the Diana Garden Resort in North Pattaya. The meeting is always
followed by an informal a la carte dinner and a gathering around the pool. The
RCES always have something to say or offer, including useful information on
their multitude of activities in Thailand and neighboring countries. Everybody
is welcome to join as guests. For more information call (Carl) on 087 974 4350.
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 Reidar Andersen (Membership) 086 842 8240.
The Rotary Club Pattaya Marina meets every Friday at 7.00
p.m. at the Pullman Pattaya Hotel G, Wongamat Beach, between Soi 16 and 18 in
Naklua. The evening meetings include a sumptuous international buffet. For more
information contact Club President Joseph Roy at
[email protected].
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 Mick on 087 994
6224, Bob 087 939 2463 or Joe 082 715 2082. The Good Morning Pattaya Group meets
9 a.m. every morning. All meetings are ‘open’: contact 084 564 8479. The Jomtien
Group meets every day at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: contact: Warren on 086
158 9688, Andy 080 570 1404 or Henk 086 070 6684, 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. 10.30 a.m. meetings every day at Bulls & Bears
(formerly Highlander) on Soi Skaw Beach. Call 084 564 8479.
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 Dutch Expats Club meets the last Thursday of every month
at 6 p.m. 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, send an email to
[email protected]
or visit the website at
www.rayongladiescircle.com.
Fred J. Estes Post 9876 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of
the United States of America is a social group in Pattaya that helps American
Veterans and their dependants with benefit assistance related to the Veterans
Administration, Social Security and service related agencies. There is no charge
for our assistance. Post meetings are every second Tuesday at 1300 hrs. at the
Hogsbreath Saloon at 148 78/79 Sukhumvit Rd. on Soi 46-3 (formerly Soi Batman).
There are informal social gatherings every Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:30
until 14:00. For more information contact Eric Larsen, Post Commander, tel.
038-423462, email:
[email protected] or visit the website at vfwpost9876.org.
Overeaters Anonymous meetings in Pattaya/Jomtien - The ‘Up to
You’ group meets Wednesdays at 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the housing area just behind
Pan Pan Restaurant in Jomtien on Thappraya Road. Call Steve at 038-364-207(h) or
089-250-1359 (cell) for directions or more information.
Narcotics Anonymous - Hotline: 082 811 2686. There are 3
English speaking meetings in Pattaya near Central Festival and 2 more in Jomtien
each week. Also regular Thai speaking meetings at 12 Midday every Sunday and
Persian Farsi speaking meetings at 5.30 pm on Thursdays. Please call the Hotline
for details.