Penang Malay Living Heritage Photo Contest
February 26, 2010 by MFA
Filed under Events and Activities
Date: Now until 14th March 2010
In conjunction with the Maulidur Rasul Celebration this weekend to celebrate the history of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W’s teaching and in effort to further unite the Muslim Community, the Penang State Tourism Development & Culture will be organising a photo contest opened to all, to capture the uniqueness of the Malay living culture and customs in Penang.
Snap shots of anything from the Maulidur Rasul Celebration to the traditional and peaceful ‘kampung’ lifestyle, nightly ‘pasar malam’, the delicious food of curry, ‘ikan panggang’ and ‘kuih-muih’ delicacies and so much more, their religious daily devotion of prayers at the mosque, colourful and captivating costumes, enchanting cultural performances such as the gamelan and the kompang and just absolutely all things which represents the Malay culture as you view them through your lens.
Start submitting your best shots of all things representing the Malay culture in Penang now to http://www.visitpenang.gov.my/portal3/penangsocial.html from now until 14th March 2010 to stand a chance at winning attractive prizes that we have in store for you!
God of Prosperity’s (Twa Peh Kong) Float Procession
February 26, 2010 by MFA
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Date: 27th and 28th Feb 2010
Time: 6pm to 11pm
Venue: 35 & 57, Armenian Street, Penang
Organizer: Poh Hock Seah
Tel: 012-4860211
Twa Peh Kong Hneoh Grand Float Procession in tune with tradition, the management of Poh Hock Seah has continued to organize and hold these Chneah Hoay ceremonies and processions annually. Total of 54 floats will be participate in this grand procession.
There are basically two types of procession. i.e. the normal yearly procession known as ‘Twa Peh Kong Chneah Hoay’ procession and the once in 12 years, held in the year of the Tiger, which is called ‘Twa Peh Kong Hneoh’ Grand Float procession.
The difference is that the former are held by Poh Hock Seah itself, whereas the latter is done on a much grandeur scale with other participating units joining in. Another human aspect of this Twa Peh Kong Hneoh Grand Float procession, since independence, is that all the past Chief Ministers of Penang have had the occasion to lead the procession in the course of their tenure.
The last Grand Float procession was held in 1998. Come February 28th, 2010 the committee will hold another Grand Float procession. ‘Chneah Hoay’ Ceremony – Saturday, 27th February 2010 (14th Day of Chinese 1st Moon) @ 11:00p.m.Twa Peh Kong Hneoh Grand Float Procession 2010 – Sunday, 28th February 2010 (15th Day of Chinese 1st Moon) @ 08:00p.m.
Chap Goh Meh Special
February 26, 2010 by MFA
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Date:28th February 2010 Sunday
Time: 5pm to 11pm
Location: Esplanade, George Town, Penang
This Chap Goh Meh full moon… get ready for a colossal event in the heart of Penang Heritage city…
This occasion signifies the first full moon of the New Year and during this celebration you will find fair maidens gathering to toss tangerines into the sea, in hope that their future spouse will pick it up.
Throw the traditional mandarin orange if you’re still single, ladies! Otherwise kick your heels back and enjoy the 80s Schooldays Party co-organised by REDfm’s DJs. Love songs dominate this Chinese Valentine’s day.
Various cultural show and concert from RedFM DJ will be on stage to entertain you, your family and your love one. Program such as Dondang Sayang, Kompang, Gamelan and Caklempang music from Sek Tunku Abdul Rahman Nibong Tebal, State Malay cultural dance, and Indian dance from Kuala Lumpur and India, and Lion dance on stilts. A display of fireworks will end the evening with a bang.
MyPenang CNY Reunion Celebration
February 26, 2010 by MFA
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Date:27th February 2010 Saturday
Time: 5pm to 1am
Location: Esplanade, George Town, Penang
MYPENANG REUNION celebration & full moon street party will be the playground for friends, relatives and visitors. Experience a truly Malaysian Chinese New Year with an exciting line-up of artistes from Taiwan, and Malaysia! There’s something for EVERYONE.
It begins with vendor stalls kick starting at 5pm followed by a 45-minute MYPENANG Variety Show featuring for the first time, Nyonya PohChu and Bahku Hokkien Rapper, KO-AI. Soon after, catch Astro’s young & energetic MYFM radio DJs on centrestage and welcome celebrity entertainers from Taiwan and hot Malaysian stars: popular rock duo from Taiwan Y2J, Cindy Yen, Genie, Thomas Jack, Danell Lee, Chen Keat Yoke, Alvin, Juztin Lan Kah Fai, Astro battleground as well as the entire MYFM radio DJ troupe! It’s going to be fun fun fun!
The celebration is free of charge but for those who want to get close to the main stage, get a RM12 Ang Pow Voucher which also entitle for a Free drink and a lucky draw. There are many sponsors for the lucky draws e.g. handphone, camera, cruise voucher, Genting holiday voucher, gaming gear etc. All together 20 thousand worth of prizes to be won.
Then, at the stroke of midnight, adjourn to G Hotel for a full moon party unlike any other in Penang featuring Lap Sap’s BLINK and XU as well as DJ Goldfish for a FIRST collaboration between the three – GBX. It’s gonna be crazy!
CNY Afternoon Tea with Heidi Klum Jewellery
February 5, 2010 by MFA
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Date : 6th Feb 2010 (Sat)
Time : 3.00 to 5.30pm
Venue : Sesame Soy at G Hotel
Price : RM 350 per table of 10
Thaipusam in Penang
January 22, 2010 by MFA
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Date: 29th to 31st January 2010
Thunderous music, singing, dancing and the beating of drums will once again fill Penang this Thaipusam.
Thaipusam is a pilgrimage procession takes place to bring the statue of Lord Muruga, who represents virtue, youth and power, on a silver chariot led by more then 60 Kavadis adorned with peacock feathers from Little India to the Nattukottai Chettiar Temple atop the hill of Waterfall Road.
On the day before, old coconuts are smashed along the roads where the procession will pass in order to cleanse the streets for this spiritual journey.
Stand-Up Comedy – Jada Jade
January 22, 2010 by MFA
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Date: 15th January 2010
Venue: Fuel, Autocity, Juru, Penang. Time: 10pm to 10.45pm
Penang’s leisure lifestyle is best summed up at Autocity which showcases the best of Penang’s entertainment and cuisine. From car racing, to concerts by international superstars, to local delicious cookery, everything in Autocity holds great appeal to visitors of all ages.
This 15th Jan, Autocity will burst into laughter with Singapore comedian, Jada. It’s the perfect extravaganza to spend an evening as your weekend draws to a close.
Ponggal
January 22, 2010 by MFA
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Date: 14th to 16th January 2010
Venue: Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Butterworth and Waterfall car park (Penang Municipal Park)
Penang overjoys with cultural activities again this January. To kick start the year is the Ponggal Festival celebrating this week in Penang.
Ponggal is the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu. It falls on the first day of the Tamil month which is considered to be an auspicious month.
One of Ponggal ceremony is to boil rice in a decorative new clay pot untill it overflows . It symbolizing overflowing wealth and harvest. And the cooking of the sweetened milk rice, which is later topped with brown sugar, cashew nuts and raisins.
Countdown – Penang Island Jazz Festival
October 26, 2009 by MFA
Filed under Events and Activities, Live Music
PENANG ISLAND JAZZ FESTIVAL 2009 (01/11/09) & (15/11/09)
In conjunction with the Penang Island Jazz Festival 2009, g Spot, Penang’s leading jazz bar is celebrating ahead with COUNTDOWN to Penang Island Jazz Festival 09 on SUNDAY, 1st &15th November2009.
The COUNTDOWN will feature performances by six groups, each with their own unique style and brand of music: Tapa and Friends, Adil Johan Quartet and Dasha, Ocean of Fire, De Leon Jazz Experience, Spunk Unit and Georgetown Singers
Halloween 31st October 09
October 26, 2009 by MFA
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LISA THEUNISSEN
FEEL THE JAZZY MUSIC WITH LISA THEUNISSEN.
Enjoy relaxing, “feel-good” jazz played with a continental twist by LISA THEUNISSEN from the 9th November till January 2010 @ g Spot.
LOUNGELICIOUS PARTY (31/10/09)
HALLOWEEN PARTY (31/10/09)
Jazz up with Alyson Joyce this Halloween and enjoy a Halloween promotion at g Spot only on 31st October 2009! Get Spotted in your most creative Halloween look and stand a chance to win attractive prizes in Best Dress Halloween Outfit. So what are you waiting for? Gather all your friends and get your freak on over to g Spot Halloween Party with fun activities such as ‘Mummy Wrapping’, ‘Beer Guessing Game’, and many more!