Description: On Valentine’s Day 2025, we rode the “Korean Wave” and explored the world of K-dramas. In 2026, we’ll be flying on the “Thai Wind” as Thailand’s own hugely successful “BL” “Boys’ Love” or “Y” dramas have been called. We’ll be finding out what they are (and what they’re not) and asking how the BL […]
Itinerary: 9:00 Talk on mural paintings by Dr. Susan Conway at the LLL Center. She will explain how Lan Na Tai mural paintings are unique works of art which portray the history, culture, and customs of the people as well as giving insight into Buddhist teaching and practice. She will also explain the painting techniques […]
Description: Every culture has a belief system. The Tai have a belief in Theravada Buddhism, spirit power, healing, astrology, magic, and cosmology. These beliefs are expressed in their manuscripts, mural paintings, and textiles.This presentation will give participants a deeper understanding of the foundations of Tai society and will also lay the foundation for Susan’s two […]
An opportunity to get individualized help with using your iPhone or Android mobile phone. Attendees will get 30 minutes of one on one help from a coach. What will participants gain/ learn from this course? Get your questions answered on issues such as: Phone settings and functions Installing and configuring Apps Customizing your phone Using […]
Join our photography interest group, dedicated to bringing together individuals who share a passion for photography. Whether 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 The group will explore a […]
Description: Through 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, […]
Description: In Buddhism, a Bhikkhuni is a fully ordained female monk. According to a survey by the Vijja Bhikkhuni Aramaya Centre, there are at least 173 bhikkhuni, 50 samaneri (novices), and 23 sikhamana (women who are observing religious practices at the temple to prepare themselves for ordination) in 60 bhikkhuni centres across the country. Of […]
Dates: Thursdays, January 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 2026 Description This is a four-week introduction to Travel Sketching and Journaling, that can be continued with a second four-week course. By the end of the two four- week courses, you will complete your own journal.The first four weeks will include the following topics: Week 1: […]
Description: When was the last time you thought about the prison where you live? Who’s there? What did they do? How long will they be incarcerated? What happens when they get ill/sick? What happens when they get released? And, what does it mean if some people are healthier and safer in prison than in their […]
Description: Join our photography interest group dedicated to bringing together individuals that share a passion for photography. Whether you’re 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. The group will explore a […]