Green Curry Thai Laksa

There are two basic types of laksa, curry laksa and asam laksa. Curry laksa is a coconut-based curry soup while Asam laksa is sour fish based soup. 

This is a version Thai version of curry laksa based on green curry. It is quite popular now in Penang and can be quite widely found. I've tasted the Thai laksa located at Swee Hong kopitiam at Pulau Tikus and also Tesco Glugor foodcourt. 

Spicy, Hot, Sweet is what I used to describe this laksa dish. If you're not used to the authentic Thai cuisine, then get prepared as you will most likely end up with Rihanna's lips. Recommended to have 3 cups of ice water ready as back-up. Seriously it is damn hot.

2011 New Year Countdown Party

Wishing you a Happy 2011...

Select your countdown party place of choice from Esplanade, Queensbay Mall, Gurney Plaza, Straits Quay, Autocity-Juru, Pesta Pulau Pinang and many more! 

Fresh Seafood Galore at Parkroyal's Tamarind Brasserie

 

If you are a seafood lover and have a huge appetite, then you shouldn't miss the opportunity to sample the Seafood Buffet Dinner at Parkroyal's Tamarind Brasserie. The range of seafood is pretty impressive with a list that includes salmon belly sashimi, fresh oysters, tiger prawns, mussels, unagi, cod fish, black-pepper fried crabs, scallops and cray fish to name a few. For those that prefer some carbs, there are chicken lasagna, pizza mozzarella, sushi, beef ribs and penang char koay teow. The hotel makes a lot of effort in attention to detail especially on food quality and also presentation. For example their fresh seafood is laid meticulously on a wooden ship placed on ice cubes with coral reefs lined up to complete the decoration.

The atmosphere is not as lively and noise-level a lot lower as compared to E&O Sarkies corner. Therefore the ambiance is very suitable for a private, romantic dinner or those who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere. There is a 3-stringer band playing oldies but only limited to the concourse area. So you may choose to be seated at the other areas if you prefer a quieter dining experience.

At RM108++/pax with a complimentary wine or beer, it is absolutely value-for-money for seafood lovers. There are more perks if you are a Citibank, CIMB or UOB credit card member, with discounts up to 20%. 

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

Batu Ferringhi Beach, 11100 Penang

Tel:: +60 4 881 1133

Fax::+60 4 881 2233

FRIDAY & SATURDAY Now you have double the chances to celebrate the Festival of Seafood at Tamarind Brasserie. Taste the fresh seafood while enjoying one FREE glass of selected beverage on the house!

Time : 6.30pm - 10.30pm
Price : RM108.00++ (Adult)
Price : RM54.00++ (Child)

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Pesta Pulau Pinang 1-31Dec 2010

AN acrobatic troupe from China will show off its skills at the annual Pesta Pulau Pinang which kicks off today at the Pesta grounds in Sungai Nibong.

The Hangzhou Acrobatic Troupe will perform at the main hall from Dec 9 to 13, said State Tourism Development and Culture Committee chairman Danny Law Heng Kiang.

He said a cultural from a troupe from Acheh will also entertain visitors on Dec 2 and 3.

“Both the performances will be held from 8pm to 10pm. Admission is free,” he said in a statement.

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Penangites make Malaysians proud by delivering 9th Gold

Congratulations! Penangites Datuk Nicol David and Low Wee Wern made the whole nation proud by delivering the 9th Gold in the recent Asian Games in Guangzhou. The fighting spirit and resilience of these girls is something to be emulated.

The future of squash looks bright for Penang and Malaysia! Malaysia Boleh!!!

7th Penang Island Jazz Festival

The Seventh Edition of The Penang Island Jazz Festival will this year be held from the 2nd to 5th of December 2010 and feature more than 190 musicians on one (1) Main Stage, four (4) Fringe Stages and the Big Band programme.

As in past years, the “Jazz By The Beach” Stage (Main Stage) programmes a variety of groups with different styles and this year is no different with varied musical styles being performed from a thirty five (35) piece Philharmonic to World Renowned Solo Guitar Players to Standard Jazz Trio / Quartet to an Aca Pella group to Funk / Fusion Bands to Experimental / Nu jazz / Ethnic jazz groups in an idyllic open air setting beneath the stars by the side of a beach.

Keeping in line with past editions, the performers for the main stage programme this year are a mixture of local Malaysian and International acts. They are Penang Philharmonic featuring Ray Rozells and James Boyle, Celso Machado (Brazil), SC Yun Trio (South Korea), Electric Barbarian (Netherlands/USA/Brazil), Stouxingers (Germany), Carefree (Malaysia), Roger Wang Trio (Malaysia), Boi Akih (Netherlands), Rain Sultanov Quartet (Azerbaijan), PELbO (Norway), Tommy Emmanuel (Australia) and ZHAN (Malaysia / Japan / Australia).

More info at http://www.penangjazz.com

Loy Krathong Festival on 21 Nov 2010

Date: 21st Nov 2010
Time: 7pm to 11pm
Location: Wat Chaiya Mangalaram Buddhist Temple (also known as the Reclining Buddha Temple)
Contact: 016-4105115

The festival is celebrated on the full moon of the 12th Lunar month in which devotees pray to the Water Goddess as well as repent for what they have done.
One can let go of their troubles as they released their lotus vessels into the sea.
Tiny paper flags were placed in the vessels which were sold for between RM8 and RM180 each.

This year's the temple is campaigning for an Eco-friendly  Krathong.  The public is invited to participate. The main criterion is the krathong must be made of degradable materials.

Source: http://visitpenang.gov.my

Penang vs Malacca: Who Has More Tourists?

Lately there has been some dispute between Penang and Melaka over who has more tourists. Both states received the Unesco World Heritage Site awards in 2008. If we refer to the statistics of hotel guests by state published by the Tourism of Malaysia website, Penang has 5.96mil tourists as compared to Melaka's 3.76mil tourists in year 2009. Interesting to know the top 8 states as below.


1. Kuala Lumpur - 15.74mil
2. Pahang - 9.65mil
3. Penang - 5.96mil
4. Sabah - 5.36mil
5. Sarawak - 3.98mil
6. Kedah - 3.85mil

7. Melaka - 3.76mil
8. Johor - 3.53mil

Reference: http://www.tourism.gov.my

Malacca did not have more tourists, says Penang from The Star Online: Metro: North

No Plastic Bags from 2011 Onwards?

First it was Monday, then Mon-Wed and now it is permanently implemented. Kudos to Penang for being the first state in Malaysia to successfully implement the banning of plastics for all business sectors. So what is your opinion of this move? Have you gotten used to living without plastic bags? Yes it is very inconvenient and troublesome to carry your own bags. What will be the repercussions? More good than bad? Only time can tell.

Read the full article from TheStar

Heavy Rain & Storm to Hit Penang (Flood Warning - Yellow Stage)

Beware fellow Penangites.

Flash floods may occur on Nov 1 & 2 due to heavy rain from monsoon. As a precautionary measure, people are advised to unclogged drains and avoid low-lying areas. People living near riverbanks are also at risk.

Above is the official warning letter from the Meteorological department. 

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AIR SUPPLY is Coming to Town!

AIR SUPPLY IS COMING TO TOWN! Here in Penang as part of their 'Love Never Ends' 35th Anniversary World Tour Live in Malaysia 2010, the Australian soft rock duo will be performing on 16 November 2010 at the PISA Indoor Stadium. Catch them LIVE as they serenade you with their greatest hits "All Out Of Love", "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All" and more! Relive the romance of these old school rock ballads and let them give us a great concert in Penang!

Tickets are sold at RM300 for VIP seats, RM200 for PS1 category, RM150 for PS2 category and RM100 for PS3 category. Showtime begins at 8.30pm. Organised by Star Planet and brought to you in Penang by Hydro Star Gateway in Penang, tickets are sold at Lo Hong Ka Gurney Plaza (04-2274450), Speedy Video Queensbay Mall (04-6412653), SIN-PEN Travel - Macalister Road (04-2266161) and SIN-PEN Travel - Bukit Mertajam (04-5306262).

You may even purchase tickets from www.ticketcharge.com.my. Impressing fans on their whirlwind tour schedule these past few years, Air Supply held concerts in the US, Australia, Canada, Brazil and other Asian countries. This time, commemorating with their 35th Anniversary, Graham Russel and Russel Hitchcock of popular Air Supply group is back in Malaysia for an unforgettable show! For further information, contact Star Planet at 03-9223 3667.

Oktoberfest Penang 2010 - A Slice of Bavarian Culture Exclusively from Germany

Oktoberfest Penang 2010 brings you live entertainment exclusively from Germany with a slice of Bavarian Culture to Penang.

On Saturday, let’s celebrate, dance and have great fun with the games (e.g. arm wrestling, beer drinking or beer mug carrying contest). There will also be a lucky draw with exclusive prizes sponsored by German factories and local supporters. For sure it will be a big party with big crowds (we expect about 1600 people).

On Sunday it will be a relaxed early pint (Frühschoppen). Especially for families and relaxed people this day will be a good opportunity to celebrate the Oktoberfest in a calmer way and enjoy the Bavarian “Gemütlichkeit” in a tropical environment.

On both days you can enjoy German and local food and beer as well as the German “Reissner Band”. Of course B.Braun and Robert Bosch will set up the games stalls for children on both days, Saturday and Sunday. So it’s up to you to decide about the appropriate way to bathe in German culture!

As one of the country’s most famous events (who doesn’t want a chance to make merry, drink lots of beer and eat traditionally prepared food like (but not only) Sauerkraut (sour cabbage) with Fleischkaese (meatloaf), Schweinsbraten (roast pork) along with bayrischer Kartoffelsalat (Bavarian potato salad) or with Semmelknödel (German bread dumplings) or just Bratwuerste (grilled German sausages) with bun.

All this delicious German food and more will be provided by Ingolf’s Kneipe German Restaurant, Torch Restaurant & Bar and That Little Wine Bar and more. Again we offer a special Oktoberfest treat: Brezeln and Lebkuchenherzen (Gingerbread Hearts). This sweet is a must on any German fair. Now you can get it in Penang as well.

So, don’t forget to grab your Oktoberfest Souvenir Program for entrance in advance here at Malaysian-German Society, 250B Jln Air Itam (next to Suffolk House) at 04-2296853 or email to office@mgs-penang.com
Source: http://visitpenang.gov.my

Octoberfest at Penang Hard Rock Hotel

Celebrate the annual German Beer Fest at Penang's Hard Rock Hotel. Entrance is Free, prizes up for grabs for beer drinking competition.

Hard Rock Hotel Penang
Batu Ferringhi Beach,
11100 Penang, Malaysia
Tel: +60 4 8811711
Fax: +60 4 8812155

Website: http://penang.hardrockhotels.net

Penang plans smoking kiosks

Smoking kiosks will be set up around the island once the Health Ministry approves the Penang government’s proposal to make the state smoke-free.

State Health, Welfare, Caring Society and Environment Committee chairman Phee Boon Poh said the designated smoking areas, by the roadside or in open air areas, complete with ashtrays and chairs, would be built to accommodate some 20 people.

He said, however, a survey would be conducted before the move was implemented in stages.

Phee said since it was difficult to get people to stop smoking, it would be easier to provide smoking areas for them.

“We respect their right to smoke even though it’s detrimental to health,” he said.

Phee said the smoking and non-smoking areas would be gazetted based on general consensus.

Phee said chances were that the state would emulate Asian countries such as Japan and South Korea to differentiate the smoking and non-smoking zones.

THESTAR

Penang to Implement No Car Zone?

First it was no plastic day, now Penang would be the first to implement the "No Car Zone" area to make a cleaner and greener state whilst promoting a healthier lifestyle. Certain areas of the heritage zone in Georgetown and Esplanade would be off-limits to vehicles on Sunday mornings.

Is it a good move???

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How to Get Rid of Insects

Got this from a chain email. Not sure how effective it is but is worth a try. Now with the rainy season back, our good friend the cockroach is back. I absolutely hate them and will try all methods to get rid of 'em...

How To Get Rid Of Insects 不殺生又能驅趕 螞蟻, 蚊子, 蟑螂 的妙法 Methods that do not kill but get rid of ants, mosquitoes and cockroaches         螞蟻怕酸，蚊子怕辣，蟑螂怕香 Ants don't like sour things, mosquitoes don't like spices and cockroaches don't like fragrant things. 春天來了小生命們馬上就要出洞了，供養給大家一個不殺生又能驅趕螞蟻、蚊子、蟑螂的妙法 螞蟻怕酸味        家裡的甜食擺沒幾分鐘，螞蟻大軍立即來襲，讓人又氣又厭。 在這裡獻給各位一項無毒無污染又安全有效的妙招： To keep away ants, squeeze fresh lemon juice on where they'll be passing, and also wipe the lemon slices on that surface. 新鮮檸檬對切成兩半，在看到螞蟻的地方及其動線，擠出檸檬汁，並拿著切半有果肉的那一面，沿途 塗抹， 神奇效果讓您再一次驗證大自然的奧妙！ 蚊子怕辣味 Mosquitoes do not like spice. bury garlic under flowerbeds and clean dead leaves, and keep the area clean. 蒜頭嗆退，植於花壇四周，其特殊的辛辣味隱隱飄散。 驅蚊除了打掃環境、清除枯枝爛葉，試植蒜頭絕對是上上之策！ 蟑螂怕香味 Cockroaches do not like fragrance. Cut small pieces of soap, put them in a bottle with water, and put the bottle in a cupboard where you want to keep out cockroaches. After several days, they will be all gone and your cupboard will even smell good. 神出鬼沒的蟑螂，最愛隱身於掌管我們民生大計的廚房裡。 面對「打不死的蟑螂」，辦法是將浴用香皂切成小塊，置於容器內注入 清水，擺放在蟑螂出沒的櫥櫃內， 不出數日，打開櫥櫃將令您訝異於蟑螂的無影無蹤，櫥櫃內還多了怡人 的香味。 想要效果持續，僅須定期補充香皂容器內的清水。 不用打殺蚊子的辦法     You do not need to kill mosquitoes: dissolve Vitamin C and B2 in water, wipe the water on your skin, and the scent will drive the mosquitoes away. Put up orange coloured curtains, or orange plastic wrap around a bulb. Mosquitoes are afraid of orange light, and they will be gone. Hang up a bunch of spring onions, and use gauze to wrap up the green sections of the onions, and there will be no more mosquitoes. Putting a pot of Lilies, Milans, Roses, or Evening Primroses in your room will work too.  一：把幾粒維生素C和維生素B2泡在水裡，將藥水塗抹在皮膚上，會產生一種讓蚊子不敢接近的氣味。 二：室內掛上橘色的窗簾，或燈罩上罩上橘色的玻璃紙，由於蚊子害怕橘紅色的光線，能產生很好的驅蚊 效果。 三：在燈下掛一把蔥，或用紗布包幾根蔥段，各種蚊蟲都不會飛來。 四：在房內擺放 一兩 盆茉莉花，米蘭，玫瑰，夜來香等花卉，也可以驅除蚊蟲。 當你不想蟑螂在你家裡開party時    To drive away cockroaches, you can put pieces of cucumber where you want to keep them away. 蟑螂不喜歡黃瓜的味道，若不想蟑螂在你家裡開party，不 妨將一兩 段掰斷的黃瓜放在它們經常出沒的地方。

Hot Wheels Race World Challenge - 11th Leg

The Hot Wheels® Race World Challenge is coming to Penang! Hot Wheels® fans in Penang, you don’t want to miss your chance to win fabulous Hot Wheels prizes, so take part in the hottest race this season!

From the 20th August to the 31st August; bring your family and friends and take part in the eleventh leg of the Hot Wheels Race World Challenge. To participate, all you need to do is purchase two Hot Wheels basic cars and show your proof of receipt to the pit crew.

Take part in the hottest race this season! :

Venue: Toys ‘R’ Us store, Gurney, Penang
Time: 12 – 2pm, 3 – 5pm and 6- 8pm

Be the top two with the fastest race times and you’ll get invited to participate in the grand finale to be in the running to win fabulous prizes from Hot Wheels.

1st prize – Computer worth RM5,000 plus savings account with RM5,000 + 12 months K-Zone Subscription FREE

2nd prize – Computer worth RM3,000 plus savings account with RM3,000 + 12 months K-Zone Subscription FREE

3rd prize – Digital Camera & Portable MP3 Player worth RM1,800 + 12 months K-Zone Subscription FREE

Consolation prizes x13 – Hot Wheels toys and merchandise hamper worth RM1,000 + 6 months K-Zone Subscription FREE

**Terms and conditions apply.

Thai Food, Fruits & Cultural Festival 2010

Date: 7th and 8th August 2010
Time: 10am to 11pm
Venue: Fort Cornwallis, Penang
FREE Admission

Coming this weekend – 7th & 8th August, the Penang State Government and Royal Thai Consulate-General of Penang will jointly organise a Thai Food, Fruits & Cultural Festival at Fort Cornwallis, Penang. During this time, the public will get an opportunity to experience the authentic culinary traditions and cuisines of Thailand and to witness as well, a few entertaining performances of Thai’s delicate and graceful traditional dances and also Thai’s well-known kick-boxing national sport – Muay Thai.

Thai food is internationally well known for its requisite aromatic and tasteful flavour characteristics. Ingredients such as herbs, chilli paste and fish sauce are often used and already synonymous with Thai’s cuisine. Be it spicy, sweet and/or sour, each cuisine has its own unique way of preparation and taste that will sure to tantalize one’s taste buds. There will be a great selection of fresh exotic juicy fruits from Thailand as well. So be sure to come and personally try out the many variety and selections of Thai’s freshly and deliciously prepared food to the public for these two days’ celebration.

Now besides food, there are some traditional performances lined up for the visitors as well. A group of 10 Thai traditional dancers garbed in beautiful embroidered costumes, will be demonstrating their graceful sophisticated dances to the audience. Thai traditional dances, during the past, were once performed as entertainment for the royal court. Now, it is definitely a privilege for the visitors to be able to personally watch the performance live.

Not forgetting too, the Muay Thai ‘fighters’ will also be showing their kick-boxing martial techniques on stage. Muay Thai was previously used as a practical fighting technique in actual warfare but as time gradually passes, it became a sport that’s performed in front of spectators for entertainment basis. Now, it has become a proud national sport of Thailand indeed.

So, do make time this weekend with friends and family to participate and experience this wonderful and interesting event. Admission is free and it’s from 10am to 11pm on both days. For more information on the performances time, kindly refer to the itinerary below.

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Happenings in Penang in August

Chingay Competition 2010
Come and witness this stunning competition by the best Chingay masters. It is a competition of balancing giant flags with outstanding acrobatic stunts. Penang State Tourism Development & Culture organize this 2nd year National Chingay Championship.
Period	7th August 2010 From 8.00pm to 11pm
Venue	Esplanade
Organiser	Penang State Government
Contact	n/a 604-6505136

Ghost Festival 2010
The Ghost Festival is celebrated by Chinese on the 7th month of the Chinese lunar month. In Chinese tradition, the entire seventh month in general is regarded as the Ghost Month, in which ghosts and spirits, including those of the deceased ancestors, come out from the lower realm.
Period             10th August 2010 to 7th September 2010
Venue             All around Penang
Organiser        Temple association or community association

Ramadhan Bazaar 2010
For the Muslim, the fasting month is occurred a month before the Hari Raya Aidil Fitri. During the fasting, ramadhan bazaar is setup on every day during the fasting month. The bazaar will sell a lot variety of Malay food and also other food which starting on 4pm-5pm onward till 7pm-8pm. Come and experience the abundant and tasty Malay food that available in Penang.
Period             11th Aug 2010 to 9th Sept 2010
Venue             All around Penang
Organiser        Penang State Government & Penang Malay Chamber of Commerce
Contact           +604-261 3016

Feel free to visit http://www.ExplorePenang.com/ENG/Main.asp for more information.

Latino Fiesta at Sigi's

The Star Property Fair 2010

Organised by Star Publications (M) Bhd in collaboration with Henry Butcher Malaysia Penang, the three-day extravaganza will be held at G Hotel and Gurney Plaza in Penang from July 23 to 25.

Learn more

Georgetown Festival 1-31 July 2010

In conjunction with the 2nd anniversary of the recognition of Georgetown as the UNESCO World heritage site, there will be a massive celebration in Penang with many events lining up in July. Below are some of the competition line ups. I feel so proud to be a Penangite.


HERITAGE TREA-SHAW HUNT
Organiser: Penang Global Tourism
Date: 7 July
Venue Flag off: Town Hall/ Esplanade
Time: 7am-2.30pm
Ticket Price: RM388
Enquiries: Ederic Low, 012 409 2539, treashawhunt2010@gmail.com

Aimed at raising awareness of the living heritage that is within George Town, the Heritage Trea-Shaw Hunt 2010 is open to the general public (locals and tourists) - preferably sponsored by a corporate body like a hotel, tour company or tourism attraction. Participants may enter as two-person team. Each team will be assigned a trishaw rider and given clues to guide them along the treasure hunt route. The checkpoint locations throughout the Hunt will be of significance to Penang's culture and heritage; where teams will be required to search for answers or complete simple challenges/tasks. The Hunt is limited to 50 trishaws on a "first-come-first-serve" basis and the entry fee per team/trishaw is RM388. Closing date for registration is 28 June 2010 (Monday).

PHOTOGRAPHY - PERANAKAN PENANG PHOTO CONTEST
Organiser: Photographic Society of Penang (PSP)
Date: 15 June-10 July
Enquiries: Adeline Sam, 012-462 3368, adeline.flsam@gmail.com
www.psp-penang.com.my

The photo contest is to promote the art of the photography among the Penangite. With the launch of this photo contest, we also aim to inspire the phtography enthusiasts of anu level in Penang to know more about the Penang Peranakan culture and the people of the different races here. We also aim to introduce the unique culture of the Penang Peranakan group to the local community and to the world through the photographs captured.
For details, click here
Click here to download the registration form


TURN OVER PENANG (TREASURE WALK)
Organiser: Leo Club of George Town Central
Date: 18 July
Venue: Start and end at Komtar Walk (The competition will be all over the island)
Time: 7.30am-3.00pm
Ticket Price: RM 60 per team
Enquiries: Luke Goh, 017-4145880, Tommy, 012-4288594

Turn Over Penang is to motivate youngsters on their inspiriations and understanding on the history and heritage knowledge of Penang treasurers.


PENANG HERITAGE XMAZING RACE
Organiser: Penang State Government & ATIC
Date: 31 July and 1 August
Venue: Heritage Court, Prangin Mall
Time: 9am - 6pm (31 July 2010) / 8am - 6pm (1 August 2010)
Ticket Price: RM 50 per team (Junior team), RM 200 per team (Open Category)
Enquiries: Yong Shan, 012-7657580

The Heritage Race will take the participants almost all over the Island will focus mainly on the heritage aspect of the island and the people. The city of Georgetown, a UNESCO world Heritage site will be featured as the central theme of the exciting and challenging Heritage Race.

HERITAGE NIGHT CYCLING
Organiser: Penang Cycling Lifestyle Society
Date: 31 July
Venue: Within heritage core zone
Time: 8.00 pm to 11.00 pm
Ticket Price: TBD
Enquiries: Jee Say Hai, 012-488 4906

Wasup Penang - July 2010

UNESCO World Heritage Celebration 2010

George Town is celebrating its 2nd anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 7th July 2010. A month-long "George Town Festival" is inaugurated in conjunction with this year's celebration, featuring over 30 programs throughout the month of July!

Period: 1-31 July 2010
Venue: George Town
Organiser:
Penang State Government, Municipal Council of Penang Island, George Town World Heritage Incorporated and Penang Global Tourism
Contact: 04-6505136
Click here for map and directions...

MATTA Fair Penang 2010

Discover fabulous and value travel packages during this annual tourism fair.
Period
2nd July 2010 (5pm - 9pm)
3rd & 4th July 2010 (10am - 9pm)
Venue
Penang International Sports Arena (PISA)
Organiser
Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (Penang Chapter)
Contact
Ms Evelyn Toh or Ms Emilie Lim 04-8900106
Click here for map and directions...

Penang TYT Open Charity Golf Tournament 2010

In conjunction with Penang TYT's birthday, the Penang State Government will be holding a 18 holes golf competition for team of 4. Around 120 participants are expected to take part in this international competition. This is a charity fun raising gold tournament for the TYT Fund. The Governor of Penang will be playing alongside corporate leaders in this event.
Period
3rd July 2010 9am - 8pm
Venue
Bukit Jambul Country Club
Organiser
Penang State Government
Contact
04- 6505136
Click here for map and directions...

UNESCO World Heritage Celebration 2010 -  Streets Come Alive, Unforgettable George Town

Indulge yourself in a full day of events throughout George Town including street cultural performances by the multicultural communities of Penang, a heritage â€otrea-shawâ€� hunt, open house to public and private heritage buildings, a shophouse t rail , cemetery tour, and boat rides at the clan jetties. In addition, don't miss the chance to learn and get your hands on a variety of traditional crafts and foods from the numerous street stalls.
Period
7 July 2010 8am - 11pm
Venue
George Town Heritage Core Zone
Organiser
Penang State Government, Municipal Council of Penang Island, George Town World Heritage Incorporated and Penang Global Tourism
Contact
04-6505136
Click here for map and directions...

PenFurnex 2010
PENFURNEX an annual event organized by Penang Furniture Manufacturers and Dealers Association (PFMDA) in July act as a platform for furniture entrepreneurs and consumers in the northern region to showcase latest, innovative ideas as well as elegant furniture and furnishing designs to meet the high level of quality demanded by today's consumers. Since the 1st Penfurnex held in 2004, consumers now has the best opportunity to source for the best furniture and furnishing products at competitive price.
Period
16 - 18 July 2010
Venue
PISA (Penang Indoor Sport Arena)
Organiser
Penang Furniture Manufacturers and Dealers Association (PFMDA)
Contact
604 - 398 6666
Click here for map and directions...

Bon Odori Festival 2010

Bon Odori Festival is a Japanese Buddhist observance honouring the spirits of ancestors, who return once a year to visit their families. Traditional dance is performed to entertain the spirits of the ancestors. Fireworks of 15 minutes will be display at 10.00pm.
Period
17th July 2010 6pm - 10pm
Venue
Esplanade
Organiser
The Consulate of Japan, Penang State Tourism Development & Culture and Bon Odori Committee
Contact
04-2263030
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St Anne's Annual Novena & Feastday Celebration 2010

A 9 day prayer ritual that draws a congregation of its followers. In conjunction with the annual St Anne's fest which the Night of Candle ligt procession usually follows at the church grounds.
Period
23 July 2010 - 1 August 2010 8am - 10pm
Venue
St Anne's Church Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth
Organiser
St Anne's Church
Contact
04-538 6405
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Dragon Boat 1st Club Crew Championship for Commonwealth Countries

Penang International Dragon Boat Festival committee successfully bid for this Dragon Boat 1st Club Crew Championship for Commonwealth Countries in August 2009. The event is a warm up to the 7th IDBF Club Crew World Championship in Macau on 29 Jul-1 Aug 2010. We expect around 2,000 dragon boat participants to visit Penang to take part in this competition.
Period
29 Jul-1 Aug 2010 From 8am-5pm
Venue
Teluk Bahang Dam
Organiser
Penang State Government
Contact
06 - 650 5136
Click here for map and directions...

Source: http://www.ExplorePenang.com