Arts and Entertainment
Beyond the Dots: Contemporary Australian Aboriginal Art
7 to 21 November
Venue: Pace Gallery, 64 Jalan Kemajuan, PJ.
Contact: 03.7955 9995
With masterpieces by renowned artists such as Tjumpo Tjapanangka, Eubena Nampitjin, Shorty Jangala and Lorna Napanagka, the exhibition will help build international awareness of contemporary Australian Aboriginal art and culture, through commissioning and marketing of artwork from Northern Australia to the world.
a-tishoo!
12 to 23 November
Venue: Kuala Lumpur Children’s Theatre at The Actors Studio
Contact: 03.2094 0400
Every child has had a cold at one point or other in his young life! And it can be miserable, drippy and uncomfortable! But take a box of tissues, a roll of paper, and just the right dash of light from the bedroom window and get ready to go on an incredible journey of illness through to recovery! Join us as our wonderful imagination takes you through strange lands represented by the four elements – air, fire, water, and earth
Genting International Magic Festival
28 to 30 November
Contact: 03.6101 1118
This event will showcase the largest gathering of the best international magicians and illusionists in Malaysia
Penang Island Jazz Festival
4 to 7 December
Contact: 03.2093 4725
The Penang Island Jazz Festival will showcase performances of over 50 local and international jazz artistes
Festivals and Celebrations
Penang International Lantern Festival
1 November to 31 December
This festival is celebrated during the full moon and features intricately designed lanterns with multiple motifs
Brazil Fest ‘08
10 to 16 November
Website: www.bantus.com.my
Join a huge contingent of capoeiristas and students from around the world coming together for a great event. Get ready for a week of world class capoeira workshops, Malaysia’s first capoeira championship, parties and street shows, Samba, a Brazilian themed art & photography exhibition and lots of fun fun fun!
Gastronomic Delights
Malaysia International Gourmet Festival
1 to 30 November
Website: www.migf.com
Savour an array of exquisite meals in this month long festival! Touted as Malaysia’s premier gastronomic event, this festival showcases Malaysia’s finest restaurants and the exclusive menus they offer. It also brings to the limelight some of the world’s best chefs.
Genting Premium Dining Event
28 to 30 November
Contact: 03.6101 1118
The most recognised and influential Michelin star chefs from Europe will compete, all cooking up an unforgettable gastronomic experience
Sporting Events
Kings of Tennis
14 to 16 November
Venue: The Esplanade, Penang
Website: www.axcess.com.my
Never before has a tournament between the world number ones in tennis been staged. ‘Kings of Tennis’ will feature eight former world number one tennis players to battle between the two leading continents in tennis - America and Europe. Team captain of America, Roy Emerson, has selected a strong team consisting of John McEnroe, Marcelo Rios and Pete Sampras. European captain, Ilie Nastase, has faith in Bjorn Borg, Stefan Edberg and Mats Wilander.
Paintball World Cup Series Asia 2008
14 to 16 November
Contact: 09.623 1957
This event is a world class paintball championship held in Terengganu and is endorsed by key paintball organizations from the US and Europe, as well as other great teams from Asia
A1Grand Prix Malaysia
21 to 23 November
Website: www.malaysiangp.com.my
Head over to the Sepang International Circuit for an exciting race!
Moonsoon Cup Terengganu 2008
27 November to 1 December
Contact: 09.623 1957 or 03.2142 2882.
This event involves boat enthusiasts from around the world. Various activities will promote the state’s rich cultural heritage to commemorate the Monsoon Cup Terengganu 2008
Masters Football Malaysia Cup 2008
7 December
Venue: Malawati Indoor Stadium, Shah Alam, Time: 5pm Liverpool, Manchester United, Arsenal and an EPL Select team will be flown in to compete for the inaugural Masters Football Malaysia Cup, which will feature ex-players from the English Premier League, including the likes of Stan Collymore, Ian Rush, Ray Parlour, Andrei Kanchelskis and Lee Sharpe.
Other Events
World Prevention Day of Child Abuse
19 November
Website: www.psthechildren.org.my
Protect and Save The Children (P.S. The Children) envision a world that upholds the rights and dignity of every child. Visit the website for details on how you can take part in this.
Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Awards
21 to 22 November
Venue: Taylor’s College
Contact: 03.4251 4518
Website: www.wildasia.net
Promoting sustainable destinations through rewards, sharing and inspiration. Learn more about this year’s finalists, both big and small, and the programme we have lined up this year.
*Event schedule subject to change.
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WHAT’S ON AROUND THE EXPAT ASSOCIATIONS...
[ ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH WOMEN IN MALAYSIA (ABWM) ]
Coffee Morning
Saturday, 8 November.
Time: 10am to noon,
Venue: ABWM House, Cost: RM5, Note: Bookings are not necessary. Just turn up!
Pokekino – Raising funds for the Women’s Aid Organisation
Thursday, 13 November.
Time: 11am onwards, Venue: Private Home, Bukit Tunku
Cost: Members – RM120, Non-members – RM140 (includes brunch, two glasses of bubbly & a gift) For bookings, call Priscilla by Tuesday, 11 November 2008
Monthly Lunch
Tuesday, 18 November.
Time: Noon, Venue:
TBC, Cost: Pay per order, For bookings, call Priscilla by Monday, 17 November 2008
ABWM Annual Fundraising Christmas Bazaar
Sunday, 23 November.
Time: 11am to 3pm,
Venue: Nikko Hotel, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Cost: RM15 if purchased in advance,
RM20 at the door, Note: Bookings are not required.
Special Coffee Morning – Fundraising for local charities.
Tuesday, 25 November
Time: 10am to noon, Venue: Private home, Damansara Heights,
Cost: RM10, Note: Bookings are not required.
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[Malaysian Australian New Zealand Association (MANZA)]
MANZA Coffee Morning
Tuesday, 11 November
Time: 10am to midday,
Venue: MANZA House, 38 Jalan Tempinis, off Jalan Maarof, Lucky Garden, Bangsar Baru
MANZA Charity Christmas Bazaar
Wednesday, 12 November
Time: 10am – 2pm, Venue: Prince Hotel and Residence, Jalan Conlay, KL
Cost: RM30 at MANZA House or RM30 at the Bazaar (including morning tea). Parking: RM6
Fireflies Boat Trip & Seafood Dinner (MANZA combined with AAM & CAM)
Saturday, 22 November
Time: 3.30pm,
Venue: Pick up from MANZA House at 3.30pm; drop off at 11.30pm,
Cost: Members – (Adult) RM120, (Child – age 3 to 11) RM70; Non-members – (Adult) RM130, (Child – age 3 to 11) RM80; (below 3 – Free of Charge (but no meal or bus seat
assignment),
Note: Cost includes a two-way coach transfer; seafood dinner (Any special dietary requirements, please inform MANZA when booking); Boat ride
MANZA & ABWM Coffee Morning & Talk
Tuesday, 25 November
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm, Venue: Lynda Mericans’ home in Damansara Heights (Address will be given with receipt of payment) Cost: RM10
(December Event)
Combined MANZA/MNZBC/MABC Christmas Drinks Night 2008
Wednesday, 3 December
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Venue: The New Zealand High Commissioner’s Residence; 15 Jalan Langgat Golf, Ampang, Cost: Members – RM70, Non-members – RM90
Note: We need to confirm names, so please pay through MANZA, MNZBC, MABC (Limited to 150 people)
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[German Speaking Society of Kuala Lumpur (GSSKL)]
Eating-out
Saturday, 15 November
Time: 7.30pm,
Venue: Euro-Deli Restaurant, Note: For the ‘Schlachteplatte’ Buffet (RM 48), please
register with Daniela Honegg on 019.269 6678 or e-mail info@gsskl.com.my
German Speaking Regulars´Table
Tuesday, 18 November
Time: 7.30pm,
Venue: House Frankfurt, 12 Jln. Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru
Literature Club (Book Review: Mohsin Hamid, Der Fundamentalist, der keiner sein wollte)
Thursday, 20 November
Time: 9.30am, Venue:
Please call Katrin Beyer on 017.6280 671
AGS-Charity Bazaar
Sunday, 30 November
Time: 6pm, Venue:
KL-Pac (Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre) Sentul Park (off Jalan Ipoh) Note: Join
us at the famous Christmas Bazaar and get beautiful presents for your loved ones!
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[South Africa]
Coffee Morning
Wednesday, 12 November
Time: 10.30am
For more information, call Diana van der Elst on 012.6259143
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[American Association of Malaysia]
Children’s Halloween Party
Saturday, 1 November
Time: 2pm to 4pm,
Venue: AAM Clubhouse, Cost: RM25
Adult Halloween Party
Saturday, 1 November
Time:7.30pm, Venue: AAM Clubhouse
Cost: Members – RM75, Non-members – RM90, Note: Price includes fajitas and first drink.
Melaka Tour
Friday, 7 November to Sunday, 9 November
Time and venue: TBC, Weekend tour with individual packages.
Note: Inquire at AAM clubhouse.
Community Service Fieldtrip
Monday, 10 November
Time: 9.30am to 1.30pm
Venue: Meet at AAM Clubhouse to carpool to the Agathians Shelter.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 13 November
Time: 10am, Venue: AAM Clubhouse
Saturday Night Out
Saturday, 15 November
Time: 6pm to 8pm,
Venue: Meet at the OE showroom on Jalan Ampang for appetizers and wine. We will then proceed to the Apartment Restaurant at 8pm for dinner.
Cost: Members – RM 30, Non-members – RM 45 Note: Each person shall bear the cost of the dinner.
Charity Bazaar
Wednesday, 19 November
Time: 10am to 2pm, Venue: Crown Princess Hotel Ballroom. There will be many vendors
with a wide assortment of Christmas items.
Ikebano Workshop
Monday, 24 November
Time: 10am to noon, Venue: AAM Clubhouse
Cost: Members – RM120, Non-members – RM150. Note: Minimum pax of 5, Maximum – 10 pax
Lunch Bunch – Med.@Marche
Wednesday, 26 November
Time: 10am to 1pm, Venue: Med.@Marche, Renaissance Hotel KL
Cost: Members – RM100, Non-members – RM120.
There will be a cooking demonstration and lunch.
Malaysian Delights Workshop
Friday, 28 November
Time: 10am to 12.30pm
Venue: AAM Clubhouse. Cost: Members – RM65, Non-members – RM85.
Note: Minimum pax of 12, Maximum – 18 pax
