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SUMMARY:Bangkok Nightlife: Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThis talk\, delivered by two presenters in conversation\, includes two subject areas which meet. \nFirst\, Benjamin Tausig will offer a history of Thai nightlife in Bangkok and other cities beginning during the long American war in Vietnam. This period was the genesis of what we think of as “nightlife” in the country — a loosely regulated network of commercial opportunities in entertainment contexts. Thai nightlife today has its roots in the R&R (“rest and recuperation”) economies of the 1960s and 1970s\, and involves many layers organized by ethnicity\, class\, and sexuality\, among others. This talk presents a general history of this historical period and the ways that it shaped the centrally important nightlife economies of the present. \nSecond\, Rory Fewer will present on the cultural politics of electronic dance music in Bangkok’s contemporary nightlife. Electronic dance music\, which has its roots in the queer nightlife scenes of 1970s New York disco\, 1980s Chicago house and Detroit techno\, and 1990s Berlin techno\, has historically been associated with forms of “underground” nightlife catering to non-mainstream tastes\, marginal identities\, and counter-cultural ideaologies. In the context of Bangkok\, however\, “underground” nightlife is increasingly viewed as an economic engine and form of soft power by Thailand’s political and business establishment. By surveying different nightlife formations in Bangkok\, this talk will show how a lineage of “underground” electronic dance music is expedient to both subculture and mainstream forces. \nPresenter:\nBenjamin Tausig is a professor of music at SUNY-Stony Brook University in New York. His research focuses on sound and politics in Southeast Asia\, particularly Thailand. His first book\, Bangkok Is Ringing: Sound\, Protest\, and Constraint\, was published in 2019\, and adapted into an audio edition the same year. His second book\, Bangkok After Dark: Maurice Rocco and Cold War Global Nightlife\, is a historical ethnography of cosmopolitan nightlife encounters in Thailand during the long American war in Vietnam\, recently published by Duke University Press in 2025. Benjamin’s 2024 talk at Lifelong Learning Payap on the expatriate life of\nMaurice Rocco was well received. \nRory Fewer  is a doctoral candidate in ethnomusicology at the University of California\, Riverside. His work explores the intersections of popular music\, queerness\, materiality\, and affect\, particularly as they culminate in the vernacular practices of nightlife. His writing has been published in Southeast of Now: Directions in Contemporary and Modern Art in Asia\, Documenta\, and Dancecult: Journal of Electronic Dance Music Culture. He is currently working on an ethnography of queer rave collectives in Bangkok’s underground electronic dance music scene. \nCOST : 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/bangkok-nightlife-then-and-now/
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/Bangkok:20260708T100000
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SUMMARY:Chiang Mai Photographers - Color Blue
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\n\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\n\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
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/chiang-mai-photographers-color-blue/
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/Bangkok:20260714T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T134422Z
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SUMMARY:Micro Documentary Film Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesday 14 July and Thursday 16 July 2026\nTime: 9:30 – 12:00 pm\nDescription\nThis Micro Documentary Workshop provides a unique opportunity to learn the basics of filmmaking from an independent filmmaker. Participants will gain hands-on experience making a short self-portrait video that serves as a mirror and a way to remember them. The instructor will teach simple filmmaking techniques such as archival footage\, voice-overs\, and basic video editing. \nThe two-session workshop is designed for introductory-level filmmakers\, but those with film production experience are welcome to attend. While making the video\, participants are invited to recall a moment in their lives that had a significant impact. \nThe films will be created using mobile phones with cameras. All participants must bring a mobile phone to both sessions of the Workshop. \nPresenter:\nSaul Chan Htoo Sang (b. 1998) is an independent filmmaker from Yangon\, belonging to the Chin/Zo indigenous people in highland Myanmar/Burma. In 2017\, he studied Ethnography and Media Studies at Grinnell College in Iowa\, USA\, approaching documentation through interdisciplinary practice. He is currently working as a freelance filmmaker in Chiang Mai while managing YOYAMAY\, an ethnographic textile gallery. \nEnrollment is limited to 15 participants so register soon to reserve your place for the workshop. \nCOST : 750 THB (for both sessions)
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/micro-documentary-film-workshop/2026-07-14/
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/Bangkok:20260716T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260716T120000
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SUMMARY:Micro Documentary Film Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesday 14 July and Thursday 16 July 2026\nTime: 9:30 – 12:00 pm\nDescription\nThis Micro Documentary Workshop provides a unique opportunity to learn the basics of filmmaking from an independent filmmaker. Participants will gain hands-on experience making a short self-portrait video that serves as a mirror and a way to remember them. The instructor will teach simple filmmaking techniques such as archival footage\, voice-overs\, and basic video editing. \nThe two-session workshop is designed for introductory-level filmmakers\, but those with film production experience are welcome to attend. While making the video\, participants are invited to recall a moment in their lives that had a significant impact. \nThe films will be created using mobile phones with cameras. All participants must bring a mobile phone to both sessions of the Workshop. \nPresenter:\nSaul Chan Htoo Sang (b. 1998) is an independent filmmaker from Yangon\, belonging to the Chin/Zo indigenous people in highland Myanmar/Burma. In 2017\, he studied Ethnography and Media Studies at Grinnell College in Iowa\, USA\, approaching documentation through interdisciplinary practice. He is currently working as a freelance filmmaker in Chiang Mai while managing YOYAMAY\, an ethnographic textile gallery. \nEnrollment is limited to 15 participants so register soon to reserve your place for the workshop. \nCOST : 750 THB (for both sessions)
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/micro-documentary-film-workshop/2026-07-16/
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/Bangkok:20260717T103000
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SUMMARY:Lampang’s Commercial Heritage in the Early 20th Century: An Illustrated Talk
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:30 – noon \nDescription:\nIn this illustrated talk\, we’ll be finding out about Lampang (Chiang Mai’s sister city in the North) in the early 20th century\, its commercial life and its foreign communities. \nWhat special factors made Lampang such an important commercial center in the period? What did foreign visitors and residents report from Lampang? During the talk\, we’ll also have the chance to see some rare and unpublished photographs from the period. \nThe talk is intended as a prelude to the weekend excursion to Lampang\, July 18-19\, but it can be enjoyed independently and is open to all! \nPresenter:\nGraham Jefcoate is the editor of Enchanted Land: Foreign Writings about Chiang Mai in the Early 20th Century and In Bangkok: Siam’s Capital Through Foreign Eyes\, 1895-1935. He has given many presentations at Lifelong Learning Payap focusing on the foreign community in Thailand during the early 20th century and led many excursions including the 2024 rail excursion to Lampang. \nCost: 350 THB but included in the cost of the overnight excursion
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/lampangs-commercial-heritage-in-the-early-20th-century-an-illustrated-talk/
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/Bangkok:20260718T070000
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SUMMARY:Overnight Excursion to Explore Lampang’s Commercial Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n7:00 am Saturday morning – 4:00 pm Sunday evening \nDescription:\nIn August\, 2025 a rail excursion to Lampang brought us to some of the highlights of the region’s railway heritage\, including the Chompoo Bridge and Khun Tan station. This year\, we’ll be returning to Lampang for a weekend in which we’ll learn more about the city’s architectural heritage and especially about its history as a commercial center during the early 20 th century. \nItinerary:\nSaturday\, July 18\n\n07:30 Depart Chiang Mai by train\n09:30 Arrive at Lampang train station\, board vans\, then visit Baan Pong Nak\, residence of King Rama VII and his wife when they visited the North in 1927\nLunch at Baan Phraya Suren\, located in a historic house\nAfternoon – Explore Dhanabadee Ceramic Museum\nCheck in at The Coconut Hotel\n17:00 – leave hotel for our guided walking tour of the old commercial district along Kad Kongta Walking Street. Enjoy dinner on your own at your own leisure after the tour.\n21:00 return to the hotel\n\nSunday\, July 19\n\nBreakfast at the hotel\nVisit Louis Leonowens House and other historic teak houses in the area north of the river\nLunch at Krua Mookda (famous for grilled chicken and papaya salad)\nAfternoon – Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang\, then return to Chiang Mai\n16:00 arrive Chiang Mai\n\nCost includes transportation by train and van\, hotel\, tour and faculty guides\, 1 breakfast\, 2 lunches\, insurance\, admission fees\, pre-excursion talk on July 17. Does not include dinner Saturday night (We will be on the walking street with multiple food vendors to choose from.) or beverages at lunch other than water. \nPresenter: Graham Jefcoate\nGraham Jefcoate is the editor of Enchanted Land: Foreign Writings about Chiang Mai in the Early 20 th Century and In Bangkok: Siam’s Capital Through Foreign Eyes\, 1895-1935. He has given many presentations at Lifelong Learning Payap and led many excursions including the 2024 rail excursion to Lampang. \nCost:Limit 15 persons. Payment due by June 30.\n\n5\,600 THB with shared twin or double room\n6\,000 THB with single room
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/overnight-excursion-to-explore-lampangs-commercial-heritage/
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/Bangkok:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260721T113000
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SUMMARY:Aung San Suu Kyi: The Realities of Power in Burma's Authoritarian Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis presentation is a personal and scholarly examination of Aung San Suu Kyi’s political philosophy\, challenging dominant Western interpretations of her leadership through the lens of Burmese Buddhist traditions and lived experience under authoritarian rule. \nIt explores the deep historical roots of Burma’s authoritarian legacy\, examining how royal absolutism\, British colonial bureaucracy\, Japanese fascism\, and military dictatorship combined to create a political culture shaped by fear. Against this backdrop\, participants will examine how Aung San Suu Kyi’s “revolution of the spirit”—drawing on Buddhist concepts of fearlessness (abhaya)\, justice (dhamma)\, and loving-kindness (metta)—sought to transform not only political institutions but also the psychological foundations of Burmese society. \nThe talk also helps explain the moral dilemmas Suu Kyi faced\, especially during the 2017 Rohingya crisis\, when international criticism failed to account for the precarious balance she maintained between civilian authority and military power under Burma’s constrained constitutional system. \nPresenter:\nMon Mon Myat is a Myanmar-born academic\, journalist\, and media consultant. She holds a Ph.D. in Peacebuilding from Payap University in Thailand\, where her doctoral research examined The Philosophical Foundations of Aung San Suu Kyi’s Political Thought. She also holds a Master’s in Journalism from Ateneo de Manila University and an MBA from Payap University. Her academic work explores the intersection of media\, politics\, and human rights in contemporary Myanmar\, with peer-reviewed publications in Palgrave Communications\, Social Transformations\, and Springer Nature. \nShe currently serves on the faculty at the Department of Peace Studies at Payap University. Mon Mon Myat has held key leadership roles in media organizations\, notably as Bureau Chief and Senior Management Consultant for the Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB)\, where she oversaw strategic planning and sustainability initiatives. As a journalist\, her bylines have appeared in The Bangkok Post\, Agence France-Presse (AFP)\, The Irrawaddy\, and other leading regional outlets. In 2013\, she collaborated with Pansodan Books to publish Heartless Forest\, an anthology that gives voice to twenty-first-century Burmese women writers as they explore identity\, gender\, and the human condition. She is also the producer and filmmaker of A Long Way Panlong\, a documentary chronicling Aung San Suu Kyi’s political journey from 2012 to 2016—a period of transition and tumult in Myanmar’s modern history. \nCOST : 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/aung-san-suu-kyi-the-realities-of-power-in-burmas-authoritarian-legacy/
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/Bangkok:20260727T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260727T110000
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SUMMARY:Seconds Save Lives: Guarding Your Heart and Brain
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis presentation by a prominent local cardiologist will provide essential information for preventing heart attacks and strokes. There will be an opportunity for Q & A after the presentation. Specifically\, the presentation will help you to: \n\nIdentify Early Warning Signs (Learn to recognize the crucial symptoms of heart attacks and strokes before they escalate)\nPractice Lifestyle Interventions (Gain actionable tips on lifestyle changes and early medical interventions to reduce risks)\nProtect Your Vital Organs (Master the preventive measures necessary for a healthier\, longer life.)\n\nPresenter:\nDr. Thanawat Benjanuwattra\, a prominent cardiovascular specialist in Chiang Mai\, has established himself as a leading figure in the field of cardiology with a career spanning over three decades. His journey in medicine began at the prestigious Mahidol University\, followed by specialized training in internal medicine and cardiology. Dr. Thanawat’s expertise in interventional cardiology\, honed at Green Lane Hospital in New Zealand\, has positioned him as a go-to heart specialist doctor in Chiang Mai for complex cardiovascular procedures. \nCOST : Free
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/seconds-save-lives-guarding-your-heart-and-brain/
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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