ARTS & EXHIBITIONS
Now – 31st May
FLORESSENCE EXHIBITION AND BOOK LAUNCH
@ Tamarind Village Chiang Mai
053 418 896-9
Tamarind Village presents ‘FlorESSENCE,’ art of modern floral design by Thailand’s preeminent floral artist, Sakul Intaku. The Exhibition displays from 11a.m. – 6 p.m. as well as featuring of a series of striking photographs.
Now – 4th MarchART THESIS EXHIBITION
@ CMU Art Centre
053 218 280
The art thesis exhibits works by senior students of Rajamangala University, Payap campas. There will be paintings, sculptures, prints, and Thai arts.
Now – 10th March
A WOMAN’S DREAM OF THE NIGHT SKY
@9Art Gallery, Chiang Rai
053 719 110
An art exhibition inspired by pictures of the universe. Displayed pictures will show the bodies of people when they are dancing.
Now – 31st March
LANNA KITBAG EXHIBITION
@ My Little Loft, Nimmaheamin soi 1
053 894 717
See a rare local kitbag exhibition as well as see local cloths and ornaments.
Now – 31st March
ETERNITY
@ Elephant Gallery
053 894 071
Digital Imagination Fashion Photographed by Itti Karuson, exhibits every day at 10 a.m. – 6.30 p.m.
Now – 9th March
THE DYNAMIC VAGUENESS CONCEPTS OF ‘SEX’
@ Panisa Gallery
053 202 779
Experience short stories, poetry and paintings explaining the meaning of sex.
Now – 31st March
TAI YUAN SIN
@ Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Centre
053 217 793
This exhibition will show how to weave Teen jok long skirts and Mae Jam pasin.
FAIRS AND FESTIVITIES
12th March
ASAHI SUPER DRY FIREWORK
@ Around Nawarat Bridge
081 793 9340
See fireworks by Thai World’s champion firework displayers. There will be food and product stalls by local people and Japanese Yutaka traditional dress, as well as concerts featuring Sinjaroen Brothers and local bands. Firework starts at 6.30 p.m. onwards.
Now – 30th April
THE MIRACLE OF INSECTS
@ The Botanical Gardens
053 841 215 or 053 841 219
Be amazed by cave insects with tons of bugs, such as cartoon bugs, grasshoppers and more.
20th March and 1st – 3rd April
WAI KRU CEREMONY AND LANNA WISDOM CEREMONY
@ Lanna Wisdon School
www.lannawisdoms.com and 053 244 231
See Lanna performances and music which are rarely seen in Chiang Mai, as well as local food and product stalls.
27th March
SING, PLAY AND DANCE FOR DONATIONS 9
@ Kad Theatre, Kad Suan Kaew
053 306 358 or 081 400 8356
There will be a ‘donation’ performance entitled ‘Alice in Wonderland and Manorha 2011’. The show will run two times; 1.30 p.m. and 7 p.m. The tickets cost 1,000, 800, 500, 300 and 200 baht, available at the information desk, Kad Saun Kaew.
25th March – 3rd April
NORTHERN AUTO SHOW
@ Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport
053 800 800
Automobiles, parts, tools, special promotions and pretty girls.
20th March
MINI LIGHT AND SOUND NOPBURI SRI NAKORN PING
053 248 604
Hosted by the Chiang Mai College of Dramatic Arts, this is a great way to learn more about the city and the surrounding area. Tickets cost only 299 baht, or get a free ticket at TAT Chiang Mai. The show will be held in two languages: a Thai version at 7 p.m. and an English version at 8 p.m.
8th March
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CENTENARY
@ Suan Buak Haad Muncicpal Park in the Zonta Chiang Mai Rose Garden and Imperial Mae Ping Hotel
jiamjit.boonsom@gmail.com
Come to buy and plant rose bushes in the morning at Saun Buak Haad at Zonta Chiang Mai Rose Garden. In the afternoon, have high tea from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and see a panel discussion on Global Women’s Issues by Susan Stevenson, US General Consulate; ML Preyapan Sridarat and Nutcharin.
26 March 2011
Location: The Playhouse Entertainment Complex
www.teamclubmartini.com or 081 594 4868
Prepare yourself for the ULTIMATE THEME PARTY! Set in an amazing cave-like venue with Tribal Dancers and Performers, this event will surely be a breath taking experience and one of the best electronic music events to ever come to Chiang Mai.
*** Official Pre Party: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
*** Tribal Cave Party: 10 p.m. – 3 a.m.
*** Dress Code: Tribal / Hill Tribe
*** Costume Contest: Win cash and gift prizes
For full event details and to buy tickets online visit:
www.teamclubmartini.com
13th March
NATIONAL ELEPHANT DAY
@ Maesa Elephant Camp and Lampang Elephant Conservation Centre
053 206 247
A grand celebration for elephants to mark the importance of these intelligent creatures. ‘Satoke’, similar to kantoke, the traditional northern Thai style of dining, will be the world’s largest elephant buffet.
11th March
LOOKING AT THE STARS
@ Sirindhorn Observatory, CMU
053 225 569 ext. 302
See the stars through powerful telescopes directed by professional astronomers. From 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
COMPETITION
20th March
DIVISION 1 THAILAND LEAGUE FOOTBALL COMPETITION
@ 700 Year Stadium
www.chiangmaifootballclub.com or www.mhahao.com
Tiger Lanna Chiang Mai FC will play against Chanthaburi FC. The game will kick off at 6 p.m. Ticket costs 60 and 40 baht.
FILM PROGRAMMES
ALLIANCE FRANCAISE DE CHIANG MAI
@ Charoenprathet Road
053 275 277
4th March
JOUR DE FÊTE (1949) by Jacques Tati with Jacques Tati o Paul Frankeur o Guy Decomble o Santa Relli o Maine Vallée o B&W o 79 mn o Eng. s.t.
11th March
LES VACANCES DE MR. HULOT (1953) by Jacques Tati with Jacques Tati o Nathalie Pascaud o Michèle Rolla o Valentine Camax o Louis Perrault o B&W o 114 mn o No Eng. sub-tit.
18th March
PIERROT LE FOU (1965) by de Jean-Luc Godard avec Jean-Paul Belmondo o Anna Karina o Dirk Sanders o Raymond Devos o 110mn o Eng. s.t.
25th March
TOUT DE SUITE (2004) by Benoît Jacquot with Isild Le Besco o Ouassini Embarek o Nicolas Duvauchelle o Laurence Cordier o 95 mn o B&W o Eng. s.t.
FILM SPACE – NEW SPACE FOR THINKING
@ The Media Arts and Design Building CMU, Nimmanheamin Road
053 944 846
March: the Month of True Stories
5th March: Before Night Falls (2000) by Julian Schnabel
12th March: The Last King of Scotland (2006) by Kevin Macdonald
19th March: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004) by Walter Salles
26th March: The Sea Inside (2004) by Alejandro Amenabar
All films start at 6.30 p.m. (Free Admission)
Green March
Make Chiang Mai more Green at
the Citylife Garden Party
Sunday 27th March 2011
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Citylife Office, 3 Chom Doi
Join us and have a fabulous day out with friends and family at Citylife Garden Party. Check out all 80 stalls selling new and second hand quality products, food and drinks. Various activities will be provided, such as raffles and lucky draws to win Many prizes. All profits from this event will support Citylife Carbon Neutral Initiatives Campaign, to plant more trees in the New Maesa Valley village. Citylife already planted 3.25 rai in 2008, and have been maintaining then ever firce.
Call Darin at 053 357 428, 053 225 201 or darin@chiangmaicitylife.com to reserve your stall or for more information.