20 July, Saturday -- 9 AM-1 PM
Games for Kids
Alliance Francaise -- Free
This free family event, open to all, aims to promote physical activity and sportsmanship as part of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games promotion. The highlight of the event is a competition for children ages 5 to 10. Participation is limited and registration is mandatory.
For more information, including competition registration, please visit https://afthailande.org/en/cultural-events/details/?eventId=2094#/. To register for the event please visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkEkpQ3wiBUwZ5WmRlZlA3L2J-UX9iuxaRmuuxJIxFVXlsWQ/viewform?pli=1.
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20-21 July, Saturday-Sunday -- 11 AM-7 PM
Southeast Asia Mini Book and Craft Fair
SEA Junction, 4th Fl, Bangkok Art and Culture Centre
Once a month, SEA Junction holds a mini book and craft fair focusing on Southeast Asia. At the fair we offer small crafts from the region along with many books, including new books from recognized publishers, second-hand books double to those in our library and development-related books from outside the region that have been donated to SEA Junction. A recent donation includes books in Italian and French.
For more information please call 097-002-4140, email info@seajunction.org or visit https://seajunction.org/event/southeast-asia-mini-book-and-craft-fair-45/.
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25 July, Thursday -- 7 PM
Preserving Samsara III: Photographic Recollection of Pakistan
4th Fl Lecture Room, The Siam Society -- 300, Members and Students Free
In this informal talk, Dr Navamintr will showcase some of his photographs taken during a recent study trip to Pakistan. The travel was under the leadership of Mrs Bilaibhan Sampatisiri from 12 to 23 April and explored the country’s fascinating history of the Mughals and the Gandhara Civilisation.
For more information and reservations please visit https://thesiamsociety.org/activity/preserving-samsara-iii-photographic-recollection-of-pakistan/, call Khun Pinthip at 02 661 6470-3 ext 203, Tue-Sat, 9-5, or e-mail pinthip@thesiamsociety.org.
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26 July, Friday -- 3-4 PM
43rd #WhatsHappeninginMyanmar Monthly Updates
Via Zoom
This update series was started soon after the coup d’état in Myanmar with the aim of contributing to a greater understanding of the crisis situation there for informed action in support of the democratic movement in the country and beyond.
For more information and the Zoom and Facebook links please visit https://seajunction.org/event/43rd-whatshappeninginmyanmar-monthly-updates/.
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27 July, Saturday -- 4 PM
"Lionheart" from Nigeria
Thailand Knowledge Park, 8th Floor, Central World -- 20 Baht, limited seating
This is the second film of the '2024 Contemporary World Film Series'. It centres on a young woman who tries to manage her father’s business when he falls ill and faces huge obstacles, especially from the men. The film-event is supported by the Embassy of Nigeria and Nigerian snacks and drinks will be served after the screening.
For more information or reservations please email filmforum17@gmail.com. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ig6GD10pb9g.
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1 August, Thursday -- 7 PM
This Fresh Existence: Heart Teachings from Bhikkhuni Dhammananda
4th Fl Lecture Room, The Siam Society -- 300, Members and Students Free
Bhikkhuni Dhammananda defied convention to become the first woman fully ordained in the Thai Theravada Buddhist tradition. Dubbed “Rebel Monk” by the Thai press, she faced enormous opposition from the media, the public, and senior orthodox Thai monks. She has given a fresh existence to the ancient tradition.
For more information and reservations please visit https://thesiamsociety.org/activity/preserving-samsara-iii-photographic-recollection-of-pakistan-2/ ( it does go to the right info), call Khun Pinthip at 02 661 6470-3 ext 203, Tue-Sat, 9-5, or e-mail pinthip@thesiamsociety.org.
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4-13 September -- 11:30 PM, Meet at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Walk and Wine in Georgia: A Journey Through History, Nature and Vineyards
122,000, 118,000 Members, Single Room add 27,000
The Siam Society presents a Study Trip led by Kanitha Kasina-Ubol. Georgia's history spans millennia, tracing its roots to ancient civilisations and kingdoms like Colchis and Iberia.
For more information and reservations please visit https://thesiamsociety.org/activity/walk-and-wine-in-georgia/, call Khun Thun at 02-661-6470-3ext. 506, 9 AM-5 PM, Tuesday-Saturday, or email thun@thesiamsociety.org or studytrips@thesiamsociety.org.
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9-21 October
Exploring the Mediterranean Gems: Discover the Charms of Sardinia and Corsica
204,500, 200,500 Members, Single Room add 32,000
The Siam Society presents a Study Trip led by Mrs Bilaibhan Sampatisiri, President of The Siam Society. Sardinia, the second-largest Mediterranean island, boasts a rich tapestry of history and culture. Corsica, a French territory and the fourth-largest Mediterranean island, is steeped in a rich history shaped by empires like Carthage, ancient Greeks, and Romans.
For more information and reservations please visit https://thesiamsociety.org/activity/discover-the-charms-of-sardinia-and-corsica/, call Khun Thun at 02-661-6470-3ext. 506, 9 AM-5 PM, Tuesday-Saturday, or email studytrips@thesiamsociety.org.
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