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SUMMARY:The Overture
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis is the story of Sorn Silapabanleng\, a gifted Thai musician who started to play the ranad ek when he was six\, beginning a journey to establish himself as the best player in the country.   \nSet in Ratchburi Province and Bangkok\, the film cuts back and forth between the early incidents that helped him become the most famous musician of the traditional piphat ensemble style\, and the events of the 1940s after the abolition of the absolute monarchy.  \nThe Prime Minister\, Field Marshal Plaek Phibunsonghkhram\, was attempting to culturally reform and modernise the country. He changed the name of the country from Siam to Thailand and introduced legislation banning old-fashioned things\, like traditional Thai music and the playing of specific instruments. Sorn was a famous name\, and the modernising government was eager to use him in their reform campaign. But Sorn wasn’t interested and remained devoted to traditional Thai music. He said that as a tree needs roots\, so traditions are the roots of culture and should not be abandoned. \nIn a scene where Sorn’s son brings a piano to the house\, he and Sorn jam together. The music they make is neither traditional Thai nor modern Western\, but is something new\, different\, beautiful. It becomes a synthesis of the two disciplines\, creating something unique; showing a way of doing things that allows the past to be a part of the future.   \nGuy Scandlen\, an aficionado of Thai film will give a brief introduction to The Overture (104 minutes) which is in Thai with English sub-titles. Afterwards\, two Payap University music students will demonstrate the ranad ek and you can try it too.\nLastly there will be a discussion about the film. \nCOST: 350 THB\nDownload Flyer here:
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/the-overture/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142926
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SUMMARY:Chiang Mai Photographers - Detail and Pattern Images
DESCRIPTION:Description\nJoin our photography interest group\, dedicated to bringing together individuals who share a passion for photography.  \nWhether you are a seasoned photographer or a beginner just starting out\, our meetings will provide an engaging and supportive environment where you can learn\, share tips and tricks\, and review each other’s work. \nThe group will explore a variety of topics related to photography\, including: \n\nShow your images and get constructive feedback \nComposition and lighting techniques\nCreative inspiration and motivation through photo challenges and critiques\nWorkshops on equipment\, techniques and post-processing\nImage processing and editing\nExchange equipment recommendations\, tips and insight with fellow members\n\nAll you need is a camera (any kind will do) and a desire to learn and grow as a photographer. At the meeting we will discuss picture taking around Chiang Mai and assess interests within the group to plan future meetings. \nCOST: FREE\nDownload Flyer here:
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/chiang-mai-photographers-detail-and-pattern-images/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240909T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240909T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142926
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SUMMARY:Sing-along with Teh
DESCRIPTION:Description\nNiratisai (Teh) Kittikul is a professional musician who has performed in may venues in Chiang Mai over the past 40 years. A 1984 graduate of Berklee School of Music in Boston\, USA\, Teh earned money to support his studies by busking in the Boston subways. He loves to perform\, especially “oldies” from the 50’s to 70’s\, and he always encourages audience participation. \nTeh led a sing-along at our February Open House which was a highlight of the event. We are\ndelighted that he will lead another one for us in September. \nSong sheets provided\, but you can also submit requests of other songs. \nCOST: FREE – but Teh will have his guitar case open for busking!\nDownload Flyer here:
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/sing-along-with-teh-2/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142926
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SUMMARY:Ayurveda – The Science of Life
DESCRIPTION:Description\nAyurveda is based on the theory that everything in the universe is connected. If your mind\, body and spirit are in harmony with the universe you are in good health. When this balance is disrupted you become ill. A disruptor can be genetic in origin\, for example\, or it might be a birth defect\, or an injury. Climate and seasonal changes have their effects too\, as do your emotions and age. \nPractitioners of Ayurveda believe we are made of five basic elements: space\, air\, fire\, water and earth. These elements combine in the human body to form three life forces or energies called doshas which control how the body works. Everyone inherits a unique mix of these three doshas\, although one is usually stronger than the others. Each dosha controls a different set of bodily functions and it is believed that your propensity for ill health and the health problems that develop are linked to the balance of your doshas.  \nAn Ayurvedic therapist will identify your primary and secondary doshas and use this information\, together with your physical and emotional makeup\, to create a treatment plan designed specifically for you. \nWhile clinical research is sparse compared to studies of Western medicine\, Ayurveda has been shown to improve rheumatoid arthritis\, hypertension\, heart disease\, chronic pain\, anxiety\, poor circulation\, skin health\, sleep quality\, poor digestion and more. \nBy embracing a holistic approach to health and wellness through diet\, herbal treatments\, meditation\, yoga and massage\, Ayurveda is the world’s oldest healing science and well worth investigating. \nPresenters:\nSangeeta Sirinthipaporn started practising natural therapies in 1999 with acupressure reflexology. She saw the need to offer a more complete range of treatments in the search for wellness and a balanced lifestyle. Ayurveda was the key that gave her insights into the root cause of various disorders and the way to balance the bodily systems. \nAt her clinic Sangeeta guides each patient through a series of therapies\, and supplies a diet plan\, exercise program and lifestyle balancing measures to achieve health and harmony. She regularly presents workshops and lectures at Spas\, Wellness Centres and Universities nationwide. \nCOST: 350 THB\nDownload Flyer here:
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/ayurveda-the-science-of-life/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240915T083000
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SUMMARY:Salak Yom Festival in Lamphun
DESCRIPTION:Description\n8.30 Depart from LLL Payap Center to Lamphun \n9.30 Arrive at the National Museum of Lamphun. The main exhibition hall is on the upper floor where the exhibition of antiques is divided into three periods: prehistoric\, Hariphunchai\, and Lanna; with Buddha statues\, Buddha images\, heads and deities. \nRegroup for a briefing on the history of the Salak Yom Festival. Walk to Wat Phathat Hariphunchai\, the royal temple of Lamphun\, which dates from the 11th century\, though the central stupa is thought to be 9th century. The temple was rebuilt in 1443 by King Tilokaraja of Lanna Kingdom\, Chiang Mai. \nObserve the Salak Yom festival\, an annual event held in September among the ethnic “Tai Yong” of Lamphun Province. The festival features the presentation of elaborately decorated “trees of gifts” to the Buddhist monks and novices of Wat Phathat Hariphunchai.  \nThe centerpiece of the ritual is a tall bamboo pole decorated with thousands of brightly colored tufted rods\, palm leaf manuscript holders\, foodstuffs and money. The lower half of each tree is decorated with daily objects\, cooking utensils\, cloth\, fruit\, vegetables and various kinds of containers. Traditionally the Salak Yom festival was a rite of passage for young women in ethnic Yong society who prepared the trees and offered them to the monks and novices. The merit attached to Salak Yom is considered to be equal to the merit gained from being ordained a Buddhist monk. Observe and enjoy this amazing festival with local people. \n12.30 Transfer to lunch at Krau Wandee Thai restaurant \n13.45 Leave restaurant to visit Wat Chamadevi\, or as local people call it\, Wat Ku Kut. The temple was founded around 1150 when Lamphun was the capital of the Mon Dvaravati Kingdom of Hariphunchai. According to local legend the temple was founded much earlier in the 9th century\, in the days of Queen Chama Devi\, the founder of the town of Lamphun. \n14.30 Visit the art gallery of Ajarn Inson Wongsam\, a National Artist of Lamphun widely considered to be an artist ahead of his time. Enjoy his gallery in the beautiful woodlands of Lamphun.   \n16.00 Leave for Chiang Mai \n16.45 Arrive at LLL Payap center \nFaculty Guide:\nDr Ratanaporn Sethakul\, Associate Professor of History\, Emerita\, Payap University. For over 40 years Dr Sethakul taught Thai and Lanna history at Payap University and was a researcher of history and culture of Tai peoples. She has led many excursions for LLL\, including the recent excursion to visit Tai communities in Chiang Mai. \nCOST: 2\,200 THB (Must be paid by September 11)\nCost includes transportation\, lunch\, admission fees\, drinking water on tour\, faculty guide and insurance. Please provide a copy of your passport front page at the time of payment for Insurance purposes. \nDownload Flyer here:
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/salak-yom-festival-in-lamphun/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240920T100000
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SUMMARY:Contemporary Elephant Culture in Thailand
DESCRIPTION:Description\nWhat does it mean to treat elephants ethically? How do we identify ethical elephant sanctuaries? How do we choose an ethical elephant sanctuary to visit? What are the challenges in operating an ethical elephant sanctuary? \nPlease join us for informative and interesting presentations about the various issues surrounding ethical treatment of elephants and elephant sanctuaries in Thailand. Topics will include what does it mean to treat elephants ethically\, why sanctuaries got started\, how far they’ve progressed\, how to select a sanctuary to visit and what the future holds for elephants in captivity. \nPresenters:\nKatherine Connor\, the founder of Boon Lott’s Elephant Sanctuary-BLES in Sukhothai is originally from Britain and is internationally recognized as one of the world’s leading authorities on captive elephant welfare. She has pioneered ethical elephant management for more than 20 years. Katherine created BLES in memory of the baby\, Boon Lott\, and founded a home in his name for rescued and retired elephants.\nKatherine\, her partner Kru Sing\, her 5 children\, mahouts\, cooks and housekeeping staff have created a unique sanctuary and together have rescued 33 elephants over the last 18 years. BLES is currently home to 9 gorgeous elephants. \nJulie Zatuchni is an expat living in Chiang Mai. A lifelong advocate for animal rights\, her work in the United States included hands-on involvement with animal shelters\, fundraising and co-founding the organization No Extinction\, dedicated to raising awareness and education for the conservation and protection of elephants\, rhinos and other animals in peril.\nJulie has visited many elephant sanctuaries in Thailand. Her research of the topic includes networking with experts in the field. \nCOST: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/contemporary-elephant-culture-in-thailand/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142926
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SUMMARY:Tai Herbalism in the 19th Century
DESCRIPTION:Description\nSusan Conway’s talk is based on her book\, Tai Herbalism\, that analyses an early 19th century Shan manuscript about herbalism and magic. \nAgainst all the odds\, the author succeeded in achieving a translation of the manuscript with the help of a handful of elderly villagers able to read the ancient Shan script\, and scholarly monks from Shan State Buddhist University\, Myanmar.  \nThe translated manuscript offers a fascinating insight into the treatment of physical and mental illness in that era. Patients were first assessed according to local astrological and cosmological beliefs\, then treated with a combination of traditional Shan herbal remedies reinforced with chants\, spells and rituals. \nDr Conway reveals the extensive use of plants\, herbs\, chemicals and animal extracts as medicines\, and supplies insights into the use of magic for both good and bad intentions. \nPresenters:\nSusan Conway is a research associate at the Institute of Development Studies\, Sussex University. She studied fine art as an undergraduate and her Ph.D is a study of the history and culture of northern Thailand. She is a writer who specialises in the arts and culture of south-east Asia\, and an artist whose work reflects Thailand’s landscapes and murals. \nCOST: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/tai-herbalism-in-the-19th-century/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240924T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142926
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SUMMARY:Myanmar Since the Coup
DESCRIPTION:Description\nSince the February 2021 coup\, a new wave of democracy activists have taken up arms against the Myanmar military\, joining hands with ethnic armed organisations\, several of which have for decades been struggling for autonomy against the militarised state. Dr South will base his talk on recent travels to the war zones\, including a film he co-produced and broadcast on Al Jazeera in April: Myanmar Army on the Ropes (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dh3xDpiwAHQ). \nPresenters:\nDr Ashley South will talk about his 30 years working in and on armed conflict in Burma (Myanmar)\, especially the extraordinary events of the last three years. \nCOST: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/myanmar-since-the-coup/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240927T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20240927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142926
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SUMMARY:Excursion to ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Description\nWe will leave the LLL Center promptly at 8:30am and ride in air-conditioned vans for approximately 45 minutes to the new ChangChill location which is in the San Patong area. Upon arrival\, we will be greeted in the welcome center where there we will learn about the elephants\, their daily lives\, what they eat\, how they are cared for and ChangChill. We will make medicine rice balls for the elephants and proceed to walk through the forest to see the 4 female elephants\, one 44 year old and her female 8 year old calf and 2 other females. The walk is not strenuous and on fairly flat ground but please wear comfortable walking shoes. Along the way there are a few wooden step ladders to view the elephants from various terraces. (optional).  We will be served a vegetarian lunch by the local village ladies and arrive back to Chiang Mai at about 2pm.  \nClosed toed comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Bring a small fanny or backpack with bug spray\, hat and water bottle. \nCOST: 1\,500 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/excursion-to-changchill-elephant-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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