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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.

Clubs

The Expats Club of Pattaya invites all expats and visitors to join them every Sunday at 10 a.m. for a regular breakfast meeting at Shenanigans on Second Road Pattaya. Expats helping expats with free advice to make your stay here more enjoyable – one year visas, work permits, home purchase, medical insurance, legal advice and much more. Meet new friends. More details at www.pattayavipclub.com

The next Pattaya International Ladies Club Luncheon will be held on Tuesday March 5th at the Siam Bayshore Hotel from 10.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Members 450 baht, guests 500 baht. The guest speaker will be Prem Anup Karlsson from New Beginnings Holistic Centre in Bangkok. Anup will talk about his work as a healer, how he learned about healing, and the benefits which come from the work he does. To find out more, come along to the lunch and hear what Anup has to say.

Dining

PolTony’s Restaurant is open for a Formula 1 Lunch on Saturday 2nd March (Qualifying at 11.30 a.m.) and Sunday 3 March (Australian Grand Prix at 12.00 midday). PolTony’s is located on Thappraya Rd, opposite Residence Garden and Mr. Mac Hotel. For reservations call 038 250 318, fax: 038 250 319 or email: poltony@ loxinfo.co.th

Rayong No. 43 Italian Bistro presents a great selection in their new promotion: “Pizza & Pasta Festival!” Savor countless choices of the finest all-you-can-eat homemade pasta and pizza at the Pasta Corner for dinner (Except Wednesday and Sunday). This special all you can eat dinner runs from March 4 – 13 at Kanary Bay, Rayong. For reservations, please contact 038 804 844.

It’s Impressions of Asia every Tuesday at the Verandah Coffee Shop in the Montien Hotel Pattaya. The Asian buffet dinner features tastes and flavours from the region famous for its exotic cuisine. For reservations call 038 428 155-6 ext. 1620, 1623.

Tequila Reef Mexican Grill & Cantina is now holding its 9 for 99 Baht Lunch Specials. Feast on sandwiches, salads and mini combos daily from 11.30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and remember Tequila Reef’s Taco Tuesdays, when, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., tacos are just 25 baht and you can get 2 for 1 frozen margaritas. Tequila Reef is located on Soi 7, 30 meters off the beach. Free parking too!

Some like it HOT! Hans at the Paradise Cafe and Grill is in tune with the season, and “HOT” is the theme for the March food promotion. For those who look for something different, try one of the many ostrich dishes, a dining experience you wont regret. The Paradise Cafe and Grill is open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and is located opposite the Royal Garden Resort & Plaza on 2nd Rd. For reservations call 038 723 177.

Education

Volunteer English teaching will be held in Kanchanaburi this month. For those who would like to spend some time on this very worthwhile community services project please contact Chanakarn at the Australian Thai Chamber Commerce office email: chanakarn@austchamthai land.com

AUA, in association with Burapha University are pleased to announce the forthcoming English Language programs. Sat/Sun program: A six-week program commencing on March 2. Regular program: Six-week Monday through Thursday evening course starting Monday March 4. Placement tests (150 baht) may be booked for these courses now. All AUA English teachers are native speakers. AUA hourly rates are only 50 baht per hour for weekdays, and 57 baht per hour for weekends. You’re welcome to visit the new premises at the Pattaya Bazaar, situated by the “Dolphin Roundabout”. For details tel. 038 414 634, fax 038 414 635. Closed Fridays.

Events

The Pattaya Gay Festival is off to a good start in its second year, raising over 100,000 baht at the Valentines launch party. The next PGF event will be a Gourmet Charity Dinner at Bruno’s Restaurant on Soi Srinakorn to be held Wednesday March 6, at 8:30 pm. Tickets are available at Bruno’s and at the Ambiance Hotel for 1,200 baht per person, which includes a 500 baht donation to the PGF charities. This year the PGF continues to support Heartt 2000 and local charities.

BEC School will hold a Thai Singing and Thai Writing Contest for all non-Thai persons. For registration visit the BEC Language and Cultural School, North Pattaya or call 038 421 919 or fax 038 428 626.

AustCham Thailand will hold its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday March 6th commencing at 4:30 p.m. Elections for the new Chamber Committee will also be held at this meeting. If you are interested in standing for the 2002-2003 committee, contact the chamber for a nomination form (nomination forms may also be downloaded from the website). Further information on all events organized by the chamber is available on the events calendar of the chamber website www.austcham thailand.com and bookings for events can be made through the website.

Entertainment

Tequila Reef Cantina and Mexican Grill celebrates their First Anniversary this Friday, March 1st. Join Rob and his team for the celebrations with a great buffet and special frozen margaritas. Tequila Reef is located on Soi 7, just 30 meters off the beach. Oh, by the way, there’s free parking too!

Have a great night out at the Rose Garden Hotel on Friday March 1st with a Toga Night. Music, buffet and a prize for the best toga couple. The fun begins from 8 p.m. Admission is free. The Rose Garden Hotel is located on Pratamnak Road, before the fitness park. Call 038 426 100 for details.

Pattaya’s highest and most beautiful bar is now open. Stars! Breathtaking views, incomparable atmosphere! Open daily. 23rd floor, Pattaya Hill Resort, Pratamnak Road. Restaurant opening March 2.

A nice treat awaits everyone at the Moon River Pub. Spend just 200 baht and join in for the free a Kow Tom Buffet with various dishes, prepared from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Join in and listen to the super sounds of “Playwright”!

On Saturday March 2nd Spicy Girls, Pattayaland Soi 1, will be hosting a birthday party for David, a long time friend and patron of the bar. Free Western & Thai buffet, pig on a spit, unbeatable Happy Hour prices, midnight “face in cake” ceremony, and be assured that Adorable Adele will give a twirl, so come along and join the fun! Doors open at 7 p.m. Don’t be late!

Sports

The New Vertical Wreck Trip on the 16th and 17th March. Where is it now? Is it still Vertical? Exploration diving at its best! For more details contact Mermaid’s Dive Center, Soi White House, Jomtien Beach; tel. 038 232 220, fax 038 232 221 or email [email protected] or see the website http://www.mermaiddive.com

Big Game Fishing trip with Talay Queen Fishing Charters is scheduled for every Saturday and Sunday. Call or fax 038 720 748 or email [email protected] for bookings and details.