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SUMMARY:Full Day Excursion to Lamphun: History\, Art\, and a Festival
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n8:30 am – 4:45 pm \nDescription:\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 the 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 Krua Wandee restaurant\n13.45 Leave the 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 three prior excursions to Lamphun. \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. \nCost: 2\,400 THB (Must be paid by Monday\, September 21)
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/full-day-excursion-to-lamphun-history-art-and-a-festival/
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:20261006T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261006T140000
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SUMMARY:Portraits in Drawing and Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, 6\, 20\, 27 October\, and 3\, 10 November 2026\nTime: 1:00-3:00 PM\nDescription\nFaces are a fabulous subject. Learn or reinforce the fundamentals of rendering the head and its features. We’ll start out with generic subjects and move on to specific portraits\, exploring the skills needed to capture the physical and psychological aspects of portraiture. \nDrawing is the foundation of the course. Students will practice using gesture\, line\, light and shadow\, and composition before moving on to basic watercolor. The class provides tried and true techniques while simultaneously encouraging artistic exploration. \nMaterials\nWatercolor (local brands): Canson\, MasterArt\, Renaissance A4(recommended)\, (check for paper weight-140lb/300 GSM) Additional brands are available in select locations and online. \nPresenter:\nAmy Dapice is an artist\, teacher\, and traveler. She has a Masters Degree in Painting from the University of Washington and has been teaching for more than thirty years. artconspiracy.net \nCost: 2\,250 THB (for five sessions)
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/portraits-in-drawing-and-watercolor/2026-10-06/
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:Recurring
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifelong Learning Payap":MAILTO:lllpayap@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261008T113000
DTSTAMP:20260719T032654Z
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SUMMARY:Data and Cybersecurity: Staying Safe in a Digital World
DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn today’s connected world\, protecting your personal information is just as important as locking your front door. Whether you’re browsing the web\, using online banking\, checking email\, or connecting with loved ones on social media\, you’re leaving digital footprints. Those footprints can be targets for scammers and cyber criminals.\nThis friendly and engaging session will avoid technical jargon and no prior knowledge is required. You’ll learn: \n\nWhat cyber threats look like and how to spot scams before they spot you\nSimple ways to protect your personal data including passwords\, devices\, and online accounts\nHow to stay safe while still enjoying technology email\, social media\, shopping\, and beyond\n\nA little knowledge goes a long way. This presentation will empower you with the confidence and tools to enjoy the digital world without fear.\nCome join us for a practical\, eye-opening session that will leave you smarter\, safer\, and ready to navigate the digital age with ease. \nPresenter:\nDoug Mann (a.k.a. PhotoMann) has been a part-time freelance travel photographer for over 35 years while he was pursuing a full time computer engineering career. His travels have taken him to 60 countries and he’s now settled in Chiang Mai. His images have appeared in various publications over the years. Some of his images can be found at www.photomann.com and www.facebook.com/PhotoMannTravelPhotography. \nCOST : 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/data-and-cybersecurity-staying-safe-in-a-digital-world-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/Bangkok:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261014T233000
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SUMMARY:Amulets\, Tattoos and Other Sacred Objects in Thai Buddhism
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:00 – 11:30 am \nDescription:\nThrough an anthropological perspective\, this lecture explores the historical background\, meaning\, functions and uses of amulets\, tattoos and other sacred objects in Thai Buddhism. The transformation of sacred objects and tattoos will also be highlighted to understand the changing roles of those sacred objects. In addition\, through the lens of amulets and sacred objects\, this lecture will discuss how Buddhism and Animism (also Hinduism) have been syncretized in the Thai Buddhist context.\nThis lecture discusses religious objects that are popular and have been a part of Thai Buddhism for many centuries. However\, there is a question of whether these objects can be regarded as being Buddhist. The ambiguous status of amulets\, tattoos and other sacred objects in Thai Buddhism intrigues scholars as well as practitioners to further explore their historical background\, meaning\, and functions. \nPresenter:Amnuaypond Kidpromma\nAmnuaypond Kidpromma\, PhD\, (Ajarn Nong) is an assistant professor in Religious Studies at Chiang Mai University. Her research focus is on vernacular Hinduism and popular Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia. She has spent extensive time completing field work on Vaishnava Sadhu in West Bengal\, India\, learning and living with locals. In addition\, her research includes studying the lives of marginalized Buddhists in Thailand. She currently is conducting research on the relationship between women and sacred-religious items such as amulets as well as Burmese male sex workers and Buddhist Ethics. \nCost: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/amulets-tattoos-and-other-sacred-objects-in-thai-buddhism-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/Bangkok:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261021T113000
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SUMMARY:Displacement\, Buddhism and Sex Workers
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:00 – 11:30 am \nDescription:\nBased on ethnographic research of displacement and Myanmar sex workers\, this talk provides insight into the lives\, spiritual aspirations and “hope” of Myanmar migrants who engage in sex work as a means of improving their and their family’s livelihoods. \nParticipants will gain a deeper understanding of:\nThe nature of Myanmar Migration in Northern Thailand\nThe nature of Myanmar sex work\nReligious aspiration and hope of Myanmar sex workers. \nThis talk touches upon an existing phenomenon that has rarely been addressed or discussed. \nPresenter:Amnuaypond Kidpromma \nAmnuapond Kidpromma\, PHD (Ajarn Nong) is an assistant professor in Religious Studies at Chiang Mai University. Her research focus is on vernacular Hinduism and popular Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia. She has spent extensive time completing field work on Vaishnava Sadhu in West Bengal\, India\, learning and living with locals. In addition\, her research includes studying the lives of marginalized Buddhists in Thailand. She is currently conducting research on the relationship between women and sacred religious items such as amulets as well as Burmese male sex workers and Buddhist Ethics. \nCost: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/displacement-buddhism-and-sex-workers/
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:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261029T113000
DTSTAMP:20260725T101042Z
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SUMMARY:The Ho Chi Minh Trail: Then and Today
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThe Ho Chi Minh Trail was the military corridor through Laos that the North Vietnamese constructed during the Vietnam War to project their combat power into South Vietnam and was key to their conquest of Saigon in 1975. To Hanoi and its allies\, it was The Freedom Road. To Saigon\, America and her allies\, it was the invasion route into South Vietnam. But both sides agree The Trail was the military engineering marvel of the 20th century. This presentation will explain what The Trail was during the war and what it is now\, through videos and photos: Its people\, the war relics\, the legacy left behind. Paul Carter\, PhD\, has traveled to Laos nearly 30 times\, spending a significant amount of time on The Trail\, which hugs the eastern Lao border in the Annamite mountain chain along the Vietnamese border\, talking to its people and exploring its war history. \nPresenter:\nDr. Paul Carter is a video documentarian of Southeast Asia during the Second Indochina War. A retired U.S. Army Intelligence officer\, with five tours in Afghanistan and Iraq\, he holds a PhD from Thai Studies\, Chulalongkorn University\, Bangkok.   In addition to his YouTube channel with over 27\,000 subscribers\, he is published in the academic journals East Asia\, Asian Review\, the CIA’s Studies in Intelligence\, and several others. Dr. Carter has given several presentations for Lifelong Learning Payap about the Secret War in Laos and other aspects of the Second Indochina War\, all of which have been enthusiastically received. \nCOST : 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/the-ho-chi-minh-trail-then-and-today/
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:20261103T091500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261103T160000
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SUMMARY:Araksa Tea Tour : Learn and Explore the Beauty of Tea
DESCRIPTION:Description\nAraksa Tea Garden is a heavenly little tea plantation situated on the foothills of the rich forest of Banchang\, Mae Tang district of Chiang Mai. Araksa is a boutique garden that specializes in producing high quality organic tea. Araksa is the first tea garden in Thailand to be certified both USDA and EU Organic for Farm and Factory. The site is one of the oldest tea gardens in Thailand. Left undisturbed\, the tea plants have not been exposed to chemical pesticides or fertilizers for over a decade The property was left untouched for over 15 years until its new ownership in 2014. Named Araksa\, the garden is now thriving again.\nWe will walk through the lush tea garden and learn about the tea growing process. We will also join resident tea pluckers\, watch how tea leaves are processed according to age-old traditions\, view the factory and enjoy a tasting session featuring 4-5 varieties of black tea. Afterwards we will enjoy a delicious lunch in the beautiful tea room. There will also be time to explore the tea shop. \nCOST : 1\,950 THB (Includes transportation from LifeLong Learning Payap and lunch)
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/araksa-tea-tour-learn-and-explore-the-beauty-of-tea-2/
LOCATION:Araksa Tea Garden\, 87 Moo1\, Ban Chang\,\, Mae Taeng District\, Chang Wat\, Chiang Mai\, 50150
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261126T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T154505Z
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SUMMARY:Many Ways of Knowing: A Biomimicry Journey
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis half-day workshop introduces biomimicry as a way of seeing and relating to nature through multiple lenses\, from biological systems to the local wisdom of Thailand. Participants will engage in guided activities and a nature observation session that encourages new ways of understanding and connecting with the living world. \nThe workshop highlights how different ways of knowing\, analytical\, creative\, intuitive\, and cultural\, can coexist and enrich one another. By fostering appreciation for the many ways nature can teach us\, the experience supports a deeper sense of connection and respect. \nAs an introduction to biomimicry\, the session emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary thinking\, both within individuals and across teams\, as a foundation for more thoughtful and integrated approaches to working with nature. \nPresenter:\nSirikhanate “Moowan” Sakulyong holds a Master’s degree in Biomimicry from Arizona State University and is a certified Biomimicry Professional (BPro)\, trained through Biomimicry 3.8. \nAn award-winning industrial designer with professional experience in California\, she is the founder of Sapience and a part-time lecturer at Thammasat and Bangkok Universities. Her work bridges science\, design\, and local wisdom\, fostering meaningful connections between people\, culture\, and the living world. \nCOST : 400 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/many-ways-of-knowing-a-biomimicry-journey/
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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