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| Posted: 20 Aug 2011 06:44 AM PDT Dance Performance Watch the multi-cultural dance performances of Swatari Dance Troupe during this Hari Raya season at Sungei Wang Plaza. A variety of colourful and energetic dance moves comprising different races and culture will sweep you off your feet. The dance showcases are today and tomorrow, Aug 26-28 and Sept 2-4, 8.30pm at Concourse stage of Sungei Wang Plaza. For details, contact the promotions/ public relations department at 03-2142 6636. Photo exhibition A photo exhibition entitled "A photographic journey of the Dhammafarers" by Ven Ajahn Cagino will be held in three locations. The exhibition is to raise funds for Dhammagiri Foundation to build an orphanage in Thailand. It will be held today and tomorrow at the Malaysia International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC), The Mines. It will then move to MAP@PUBLIKAS, Level G2-01, Block A5, Solaris Dutamas 11, Jln Dutamas, KL on Sept 4 to 6 and at Citta Mall, 1, Jln PJU 1A 48, Ara Damansara, PJ on Sept 8 to 20. For details, call 019-600 1352, 017-479 7687 or log on to www.Dhammagiri.or.th Batik Celebration Malaysian Batik has always been synonymous with traditional art and culture. The famous textile will be showcased in a big way at 1Utama during the Hari Raya celebrations until Sept 4. Visitors stopping by LG Oval will be welcomed by majestic bamboo structures wrapped with colourful batik and creative handmade rattan chandeliers. There will also be performances by Group Angklong (Bulola), a unique instrumental performance, Malay dance, cultural fusion dance and Gamelan. Kraftangan Malaysia will organise bamboo painting and wau making workshops. Popular artistes Maya and Fazli Zainal are set to entertain visitors. For details, contact 03-7710 8118 or visit www.1utama.com.my / www.onecard.com.my Raya celebrations This Raya, Pavilion KL will be embarking on a journey of divulging well-kept secrets of the season. Get into the groove of 60s music in a special Glam 60's musical today and tomorrow at 8.15pm at Centre Court, Level 2. Be inspired to get Raya gifts ideas at the Fragrance Fair until Sept 4 at the Bukit Bintang entrance. Enjoy buy-one-free- one, early bird specials and limited edition fragrance sets. Enjoy discounts and offers at Pavilion KL until Sept 4 at Centre Court, Level 2 and at the Bukit Bintang entrance with the many offers and promotions. Break fast at the many participating restaurants at Pavilion KL offering special break fast menu with the best deals in town. For details, call Pavilion KL Concierge on 03-2118 8833 or get live updates on Twitter @Pavilion_KL. Jumble sale A Buy4love Jumble Sale will be held today at Jaya One, Petaling Jaya. Proceeds from the sale will go to the Assunta Foundation which helps fund treatment for breast and cervical cancer patients from low-income groups. Items available include clothing, accessories, jewellery, books and magazines. There will also be health talks, breast checks and cervical cancer vaccinations conducted by Assunta Hospital. The Jumble Sale is one of the activities as part of the Passionately You breast and cervical cancer awareness campaign. For details, call 03-7628 3888 at ext 8103 (Pearl) or ext 8115 (Mandy). Blood Donation Calling all Malaysians to join in a morning blood donation drive today from 11am to 3pm at 1st floor, Subang Parade (in front of Style Design. The programme is in conjunction with Global Peace Day on 11.11.11 at 11.11am. The target is to achieve 111 donors on the day. Health talk Abundantlife will be holding a talk on Cancer Prevention, keeping a healthy lifestyle by a herbalist tomorrow from 3pm to 5pm at Amcorp Mall, Petaling Jaya. Admission is free. It is on a first-come, first-served basis, no registration required. For details, call 012-915 1356 (Michael) or 012-220 1238 (Peter). Arts Festival The Genting Arts Festival 2011 will be happening at the Resorts World Genting today and tomorrow. The event is aimed at celebrating Malaysia's talented pool of contemporary artists and supporting the nation's arts industry. During the Genting Arts Festival 2011, three main activities will be held for visitors to experience including the Arts Exhibition held at the Resort Hotel, the Food Art Dinner at the award-winning The Olive and a Transparent Glass Painting workshop for the public to participate at RM50 per person, by renowned artist, Phillip Wong. Artwork display Capture the various displays of Malaysian designers' artwork organised by Sungei Wang Plaza in collaboration with Saito College in conjunction with Malaysia Contemporary Art Festival 2011. Six creative artworks namely, "The Wishing Tree", "Ubi", "Lepak", "Bersatu", "Kita" and "U" are on display along Fiesta Street until Sept 30. The exhibition focuses on the multi-racial and cultural aspects of Malaysia with the aim of promoting synergy and togetherness. For details, contact 03-2142 6636. Log on to www.facebook.com/sungeiwangplaza for immediate updates, events and promotion. MIXED MEDIA EXHIBITION There will be a River Meets Light exhibition featuring video, photography, sculptures and music from the mixed-media performance at the MAP @ Publika, Level G2-01, Block A5, Dutamas 1 Jalan Dutamas 1, Off Jalan Duta, Kuala Lu mpur until Aug 28. The exhibition is aimed at advocating the need to conserve the rivers. The exhibition will include performances by National Laureate Datuk A. Samad Said and son Az Samad on guitar as well as theremin player and composer Ng Chor Guan. The opening reception for the exhibition is today at 8pm. Admission is free. |
| Posted: 20 Aug 2011 06:44 AM PDT WATER CUT There will be a water supply disruption in Petaling and Hulu Selangor from 11pm to 5am on Aug 22 the following day to facilitate installation work for pipes at the Setiawalk development site, Bandar Puchong Jaya. The areas involved are Jalan Bandar 3 until Jalan Bandar 8 in Pusat Bandar Puchong, Taman Kancing Jaya, Taman Tun Perak Rawang, Taman Tun Teja, Taman Jati/PKNS Batu 17, Rawang Batu 16 and Taman Rawang Perdana and Taman Amansiara in Gombak. For enquiries, call 1-800-88-5252. FREE INSPECTION In conjunction with the coming Hari Raya holidays, Puspakom Sdn Bhd will be offering free voluntary inspection for private cars at all branches from Aug 22 to 26. Their qualified examiners will conduct inspections on Emission Test, Brake Test, Suspension Test, Side Slip Test and a few others. The free inspection is part of their corporate social responsibility initiative to ensure vehicles are roadworthy for the coming festive holidays. For more details, call 1-800-88-6927 or visit www.puspakom.com.my. BE INSPIRED BE HAPPY The Brahma Kumaris Malaysia invites you to an inspirational evening talk on 'Be Inspired Be Happy' by BK Vedanti, regional director of Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, Africa Region on Aug 23 from 7.45 - 9.30pm at Harmony House, 10 Lorong Maarof, Bangsar Park, 59100 Kuala Lumpur. Registration will commence at 7pm. Join us to discover the master key that unlocks the source of inspiration and happiness. Admission is free. For details, call Ms. Soon at 012 2080731 or Ms. Bajo at 012-3325243. VASTHU SASTRA TALK Sunday Star columnist T. Selva will present a talk on ancient Indian secrets and Vasthu Sastra for peace, health and prosperity tomorrow at 6pm at Dewan Freemason No 15 Jalan 18/16, Taman Kanagapuram off Jalan Klang Lama, Petaling Jaya. Admission is free. To register, call 012-3299713. DHARMA TALK There will be a free dharma talk tomorrow at the multi-function room, ground floor, Kenchara House, 7, Jalan PJU 1/3G, Sunwaymas Commercial Centre, Petaling Jaya. The topic of the talk is A simple guide to powerful practices: An introduction to the Buddhas of Kechara. For more details, contact education@kechara.com. BUSINESS STRATEGY The Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC) in collaboration with the EU Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EUMCCI) will be hosting a talk on Blue Ocean Strategy by UCSI- Blue Ocean Strategy Regional Centre on Aug 25 at Mezzanine 7, Crown Plaza Mutiara Kuala Lumpur at 5.30pm. To register, please visit www.mabc.org.my or email mabc@mabc.org.my or call the secretariat office at 03- 7960 9490. BLOOD DONATION Christ Lutheran Church (CLC) Setapak will be having a Blood Donation drive in collaboration with the National Blood Bank on Aug 27 from 11am to 4.30pm. CLC is located at No 52, Jalan Genting Kelang, Setapak next to Court Mammoth. For details, please contact 03-40230374 website: enquires@clc.org.my |
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