Around Town August 2010

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Your critical guide to the cultural month ahead Around Town

Luxurious hotel stay With Sufi dances and Batik lovers Photography Dissy Ekapramudita

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Staycation in style For the same price as a cheap trip abroad, you could save time, energy and stress by taking a staycation in one of Jakarta’s many fantastic five-star hotels. Enjoy luxurious accommodation, treatments, and food without ever having to leave the building. Tyara Putri shows you how to get the best staycation experience at three of our finest five-star hotels

The high life Stay in Mandarin Oriental and Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

For a luxurious dinning experience, the Mandarin Oriental has Jl. MH Thamrin. 021 2993 8888. three outstanding restaurants: Lyon, their high-class yet casual Since reopening in October 2009, the French restaurant with an array Mandarin Oriental has upped the of braserrie favourites; Xin Hwa, ante with 272 beautifully appointed which specialise in Szechuan rooms, including six suites with ele- cuisine with a touch of modern gant décor inspired by many Asian Cantonese, and Cinnamon, their allculture. Each room has its own com- day restaurant, so you never need to fortable lounge area, working table, worry about having great midnight ample closet space and luxurious munchies to quiet your hungry bathroom that comes with genertummy. Feel like ous vanities. Each having a drink or guest-room is also two? The MO bar equipped with peris right at your sonal computer and service (the ladies iPod connectivity, nights there, 42” LCD televisions, every Tuesday, surround sound sysare already legtem, mood-control endary). lighting and highspeed broadband Special deal internet access, not to Luxury Breaks mention a spectacular at the Mandarin views of the city, espeOriental: Stay two nights cially if you get a room overlooking or more and they’ll give you US$ 24 the Bunderan HI. in daily credits that you can use in The beautifully landscaped any of their restaurants or for room swimming pool area, complete service! with pool bar, are located on the Valid until September 6, seventh floor. After a good swim, 2010. Check http://www. you can pamper yourself with their mandarinoriental.com/jakarta/ for traditional and aromatic massage at prices and details on this and other their spa located on the same floor. special packages.

Mandarin Oriental

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

Jl. MH Thamrin, no. 1. 021 2358 3800 In 1962 Indonesia’s first president, Soekarno, declared Hotel Indonesia open, making it the first five-star hotel in Southeast Asia. In 2004, the hotel closed for renovations and it finally reopened in November 2008 under the management of the Kempinski group. Though the exterior didn’t change much, Hotel Indonesia Kempinski has completely recreated the interior space, now featuring 289 spacious rooms and suites. They’ve also got 10 restaurants and bars on site, including the newly opened Paulaner German restaurant, which features an onsite brewery. We were amazed with their glamorous Presidential Suite, which offers 412 sqm of luxury, as well as a private spa and butler service.

But even if you’re not staying at their signature Presidental Suite, you are welcome to pamper yourself at their spa, located on the 17th floor, the top floor of the hotel. It features a balance of sophisticated and rejuvenating treatments, outstanding service

and well-appointed treatment and relaxation rooms.

A gym and swimming pool are also located on the same floor.

Though the hotel is in the heart of the business district, Hotel Indonesia Kempinski is a familyfriendly hotel with many attractions and activities for kids, especially since it is also connected to one of the biggest shopping centre in town, Grand Indonesia.

Special deal Summer relaxation promotion for couples This specially priced package includes two, 60-minute spa treatments, with choices of a Javanese, Balinese or foot massage as daily buffet breakfast or wellness breakfast menu for two persons, Minimum two-night stay. Offer valid until September 30, 2010. Check out www.kempinski. com/jakarta for prices, details, and information on other special packages.

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Preview Kridaya 2010 Plenary Hall Jakarta Convention Centre Wed 18-Sun 22

The Dharmawangsa

Jl. Brawijaya Raya, no. 26. 021 725 8181 Located in the heart of one of Jakarta’s most prestigious areas, Kebayoran Baru, the Dharmawangsa offers an authentic Indonesian atmosphere with both the exterior and interior developed into five ethnic themes, using original materiasl from Java, Pesisiran, Bali, South Sumatra and East Indonesia. Even with its elegant ethnic touches, this hotel always maintains its sophisticated, fivestar appearance.

The Dharmawangsa has 64 generously-sized rooms and 36 suites, and each room features a spacious bathroom with double sinks, separate tub and shower, private terrace and in-room entertainment system.

One of the best things about this hotel is its butler service, available around the clock to serve you in whatever way you need, be it making limousine reservations, packing and unpacking services, babysitting (12 hours notice required) and sight-seeing or city-tour guide appointments.

The hotel gives guests a great first impression with its in-room guest registration service, taking you to your room and letting you register there.

While staying at this luxurious hotel, you can experience their

renowned Bimasena Club, which features an exclusive dining room, a cigar and Cognac lounge and a Japanese restaurant, Sekitei. Not only that, the club also has modern fitness equipment, an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, pilates classes, squash and outdoor tennis courts, and, of course, their renowned spa.

To complete your luxurious stay, don’t miss their Epicurean Evening, held every Thursday, their Garden Barbecue, held every Friday evening, and their French traditional rotisserie dishes, served every Saturday evening in the Jakarta Restaurant and Garden.

Need a nightcap? The library lounge at Majapahit offers up what is commonly-considered the city’s finest chocolate martini.

Special deal Check out their website at www.thedharmawangsa.com for information about their special offers.

Celebrate Indonesia Wear Batik

that happened, batik had won the hearts of older generations and nowadays it has grown even more popular. Even the president, SBY, declared every Friday as ‘Batik Day’.

Other forms of art featured at this exhibition will include keris knives and wayang puppets from various regions of Indonesia.

Product auctions will be one of the main events at this exhibition. Live music of different genres such as blues and keroncong will entertain the crowds, along with award shows, batik demonstrations, fashion shows, and talk shows (with experts). Siti Anissa

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The Dharmawangsa Room suite room

Kridaya is short for Kerajinan Indonesia dalam Warisan Budaya (Indonesian Art in Cultural Heritage). Formerly known as Gelar Batik Nusantara, it’s an annual art and culture exhibition organised by PT Mediatama Binakreasi. This exhibition features fine artwork from a variety of Indonesian artists. This goal of Kridaya is to help develop the art and cultural product industries in Indonesia. This high-scale exhibition is aimed at raising the awareness of younger Indonesians about the beauty of their own cultural heritage.

The stars of this mega exhibition are definitely the batik products.

Each and every form of batik from around the archipelago will be present here, in celebration of UNESCO’s declaration of batik as one of Indonesia’s unique contributions to art and cultural heritage. Long before

Sufi Dance Performance Pacific Place Mall Sat 14-September 5 Pacific Place Mall will be holding Ramadhan Festivities throughout the holy month, and one of them will be these special Sufi dance performances, every Saturday and Sunday from August 14 to September 5. Sufi dancers will perform in the ground-floor atrium of the mall. Sufi dance, sometimes referred to as Sufi whirling or spinning, is a physically active form of meditation still practiced by the Sufi Dervishes of the Mevlevi order from Persia. It is a traditional dance performed during worship ceremonies.

While it may seem easy to the audience, Sufi whirling requires great skill, since the dancers must spin while revolving from right to left around an epicentre.

According to the symbolism of this ritual, the camel hair hat they wear, also known as a sikke, represents the tombstone of the ego while the white skirt represents the ego’s shroud. While whirling, dancers reach out their arms, and their right arm will be directed to the sky, symbolically accepting God’s

Spin Men in trance

beneficence, while their left arm is turned down facing the earth.

Other events that will be held in Pacific Place during Ramadhan include a branded sale, bazaar, music performances every day during the fasting break and their Mall Art exhibition. They also have consumer promos, such as lucky draws and Ramadhan instant prizes for every minimum purchase of Rp. 500,000. The first 20 redeemers each day will also receive additional chocolates.

There will also be a chance to win an Umroh trip for two with their Weekend Special promo. SA

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Events

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How to use the listings This section consists of this month’s events in Jakarta, divided by type and listed alphabetically.

FREE means admission is free. * Denotes an event we particularly recommend.

Before a day denotes a closing date; after a day denotes a starting date.

How to be listed Listings must arrive in writing by the Monday four weeks before the publication. We need the following details: address, phone number, dates, times and prices. Listings can be sent by fax (021 7590 6858), post or emailed to listings@ timeoutjakarta.com. Listings are free but, as space is limited, inclusion is not guaranteed.

Sun 1-Mon 2 Fandom Cosplay II SOGO Dept.

Store 5th Floor, Plaza Senayan, Jl. Asia Afrika no. 8. 2pm. 021 579 000 55 (ext.

523). customer_service@kinokuniya. co.id. Kinokuniya present Fandom Cosplay ll, a costume competition for all the comic book, manga and tokusatsu lovers out there. There will be plenty of prizes for the best costumes.

Sun 1-Sun 15 Mall Art Pacific Place Mall, SCBD Lot, Jl. Jendral Sudirman, kav. 52-53.

021 515 2299. www.pacificplace.co.id.

Pacific Place Mall will be decorated with art utilizing the theme ‘Go Green’ as a part of the Bazaar Art Jakarta event. You can see artwork all over the mall. There will also be special displays of children’s artwork until August 7.

Until Mon 2

021 669 3406. Get your model ship ready to rumble! The museum will hold many events including traditional model ship building competition and maritime Seminar.

Tue 3 Professional Women’s Group Venue TBA. 021 522 9453 (Arky). events@britcham.or.id. Join this Professional Women’s Group organized by BritCham in association with JAC Recruitment and Action Coach.

Members and Non Members entrance fee is Rp. 100,000. To register yourself, send your email to events@britcham. or.id.

Wed 4 ‘How to Build a Successful Business that Runs without You’ Seminar ActionCOACH Seminar Room, Belleza Shopping Arcade, Suite 1503, Jl. Arteri Permata Hijau, no.

34. Rp. 500,000. 021 2567 5775.

ActionCOACH is a team of business coaches that can help you create a profitable, sustainable and successful business. This seminar will be presented by Cynthia Wihardja, a famous business coach. It will be held on both August 4th and 18th.

Sat 7 Basic Photography Short Course Photopoint, Ruko Tomang Tol Block A2, no. 40, Taman Kedoya Baru. 021 580 4735. herawati@ photopointindonesia.com. Register for this one day short course on basic photography. This course is intended to show beginners how to capture a shot properly. Supported by professional and qualified teachers, new photomaniacs can learn how to master the art of the camera.

Sat 7-Sun 8 Photography Workshop E-Mall Ratu Plaza, Jl. Jendral Sudirman, kav.

9. Rp. 250,000. 1-4pm. 0817 130 587 (Melodi Tooy), 021 7279 6469. Come and join this photography workshop in conjunction with Jakarta IT Fair 2010.

Develop refined and concise portfolios using the themes that inspire you the most. This is the foundation of any emerging photographer.

Buku

Jakflona 2010 Lapangan Banteng, Jl. Lapangan Banteng Selatan, Gambir.

0818 747 9124. wbudhisafitri@yahoo. com. www.jakflona.com. This event is meant to be both an exhibition, and an exchange between plant, animal and environment lovers. It’s goal is to increase society’s awareness about the importance of nurtura ing plants and saving Burs rdeka the environment. This e M event started on July ks p boo 2nd and is ongoing Cheanowledge until August 2nd. and k

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Harmony in Colours Grand Indonesia Shopping Town, Atrium, Jl. MH Thamrin, no.1. 021 7073 4177, 021 7158 4609 (Iwan). http://talentaorg.blogspot.com. A painting exhibition featuring big names in art will be held during two sessions in late July and early August. Organized

by Talenta Organizer, an event organizer specialised in painting exhibitions.

Wed 8-Mon 12 Maritime Museum Week Museum Bahari, Jl. Pasar Ikan, no 1.

Until Sun 8

Grand Furniture Show 2010 Jakarta Convention Center (JCC), Jl. Jend Gatot Subroto. 021 5726 000.

The Latest trend property exhibition, Jakarta Property Expo 2010, is a guide for people who wants to find a dream home to live in or for those interested in property investment.

Sun 8-September 9 Ramadhan Festival at Metland Transyogi Perumahan Metland Transyogi, Jl. Transyogi KM.1 Ruko PTM 2 No.26 & 27 Cileungsi, Bogor.

4pm. 021 985 60064. In order to celebrate the holy month of Ramadhan

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and Idul Fitri 1 Syawal 1431 H, GLORY Entertainment Production has organized an activity and entertainment bazaar called Ramadhan Fest @ Metland Transyogi 2010, where you can find wearable goods and many other products.

Thu 12-September 9

Sat 14-September 5 Sufi Dance Performance Pacific Place Mall, SCBD Lot, Jl. Jendral Sudirman, kav. 52-53. 021 515 2299. www.pacificplace.co.id.

Pacific Place Mall presents this Sufi Dance Performance as a part of their Ramadhan Festivities, featuring professional Sufi dancers. This event ends a week before Idul Fitri.

Mon 16-Wed 18 Bursa Buku Merdeka Gedung Gramedia Majalah, Jl. Panjang, no. 8a.

021 585 1473, 021 585 1474. A celebration of Indonesia’s Independence Day, Elex Media Computindo presents this cheap book bazaar which also include many kinds of competition with interesting prizes. There will

Wed 18-Sun 22 Kridaya 2010 Jakarta Convention Centre, Main Hall, Jl. Gatot Subroto.

021 472 1536. www.kridaya.co.id.

Organized by Mediatama Binakreasi, this annual event highlights Indonesian arts and crafts, especially our most famous cultural heritage product, batik. Many forms of batik will be displayed at this fashion show. Not only that, this event will also feature traditional music and performances.

Thu 26 British Chamber of Commerce Business and Social Gathering Venue TBA. 6pm-8.30pm. 021 522 9453. Entry fee Members Rp. 100,000; non-Members Rp. 300,000. events@ britcham.co.id. This event is an excellent opportunity to expand your business networks. Cocktail snacks will be served throughout the evening together with a free flow of thirst quenchers. Lucky draw prizes will also be provided.

Sat 28-Sun 29 Jakarta Mega Wedding Festival 2010 Hall D2, Arena Pekan Raya Jakarta, Jl. Benyamin Sueb, Kemayoran.

021 2664 5000, 021 2664 5131, marketing@jiexpo.com, www.jiexpo.com.

The biggest wedding festival in Jakarta is back. This event is suitable for cou-

ples who are planning on creating the perfect wedding celebration.

since 1970. Besides having a library, database and information centre, the Indonesian Heritage Society also has meetings, publications and museum tours at the National Museum (available in English, French, Korean and Japanese). Anyone is South Jakarta welcomed to join and Community Choir become a member or Drama Studio, New volunteer. b Zealand International lu Jakarta C y r School, Jl. Kemang International ota rta R Raya 80, Kemang.

Jaka aising, Community 0812 1036 3007 Center Jl. Kemang fundr rk (Dave O’Brien).

Dalam IX, no. M-6. nars,untary wo i m e S d vol sthjktcomchoir@gmail.

021 7179 3035. an com. Every Monday, jicc@cbn.net.id. They 7-8pm. Membership fee offer cooking classes for Rp. 300,000 for two months. you, your children or your Love to sing and have fun? Then staff, as well as language coursconsider joining this choir; People of all es, domestic helper referral services, experience levels are welcome. Led by orientation programmes, city tours, accomplished composer, musician and day care and other activities for you and vocal coach, Indra Aziz, this secular your kids. Everyone is welcome. choir sings music from all around the Rotaract Disctrict 3400 info@ world. rotaract.web.id. http://www .rac-semanggi.blogdrive.com. Founded around 40 years ago, the Rotary Club (RAC) now exists in 163 countries around the world. As a part of RAC, the Rotaract Club organizes many activities including seminars, fundraisers, and volunteering events. This group consists of Indonesian Heritage Society 18-30 years olds that want to give back Sentral Senayan 1, 17th floor, Jl. Asiato the community, build social awareAfrika (adjacent to Plaza Senayan). ness, and be part of an international 021 572 5870, info@heritagejkt. network. They have meetings at four org. This non-profit group has been different locations in Jakarta. Please promoting knowledge and appreciarefer to their website for schedules and tion of Indonesia’s cultural heritage confirmation.

Courses

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Ramadhan Music Performance Pacific Place Mall, SCBD Lot, Jl. Jendral Sudirman, kav. 52-53. 021 515 2299. www.pacificplace.co.id. In celebration of the hold month of Ramadhan, Pacific Place has prepared a ‘Buka Puasa Music Ambience’ which will be filled with Islamic music. Ramadhan songs will be played in the mall to add to the atmosphere.

also be a free talk show by Ir. Sutanto Windura, Buzan Licensed Instructor and Certified Memory Trainer, and Safir Senduk.

Community Groups

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Sport & Outdoors Around Town

Listings How to use the listings This section consists of this month’s sport-related events and activities in Jakarta divided by type and listed alphabetically.

FREE Admission is free unless otherwise stated.

How to be listed Listings must arrive in writing by the Monday four weeks before the publication. We need the following details: address, phone number, dates, times and prices. Listings can be sent by fax (021 7590 6858), post or emailed to listings@ timeoutjakarta.com. Listings are free but, as space is limited, inclusion is not guaranteed.

Things to do Cricket Jakarta Cricket Association To join a team or find out more about Jakarta’s thriving cricket league,

call 021 522 2339, email yoga@ cricketindonesia.com, ben.leaver@ cricketindonesia.com, or check out www.jakartacricket.com.

Field hockey ISCI Hockey Gelora Bung Karno, Jl. Asia Afrika, no. 6. Senayan. ken.allan@ rencapasia.com, ptbbr@indo.net.id, deny@iscihockey.com. www.iscihockey. com. Wed 8pm, Sat 4pm; Rp. 100,000.

Despite its name, this team is no longer officially affiliated with ISCI.

Hiking Puncak Trek For further information, email Alex at alexkorns@yahoo. com. www.puncaktrek.com. Puncak Trek provides guides and maps for trekking around the area.

Ice hockey Jakarta Ice Hockey Mal Taman Anggrek, Grogol. For further details, contact hpuck12@aol.com or stephanejha@gmail.com. Rp. 100,000 per session. Practice every Tuesday night at Mal Taman Anggrek.

Martial arts Jakarta Kendo For further details, call Clarck Hatch Gym, Sari Pan Pacific,Jl.

MH Thamrin, no. 6. 021 390 2707. www.jakartakendo.com. This modern Japanese martial art of sword fighting that is both physically and mentally challenging because it combines strong martial art values with sport-like physical competition elements..

Rugby Indonesia Rugby Football Union Gedung Jiwasraya, 2nd floor, Jl. RP. Soeroso 41, Menteng. 021 392 9027. www.indonesianrugby.com.

Wed 6-8pm. Call before turning up at Lapangan ABC Senayan – the IFRU run the national team, and thus don’t necessarily cater to social players.

Sailing Jakarta Offshore Sailing Club (JOSC) For membership details contact Genevieve Powis on 0813 1010 5361, tpowis@cbn.net.id. This club specialises in keel boat sailing races and ocean cruises. Members include boat owners, with most of the boats located in Pantai Mutiara Harbour.

Skateboarding Green Skate Park Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (next to the IMAX theater), Jl Raya TMII. 021 840 3400.

Mon-Sun 8am-9pm. Rp. 10,000.This one and only specifically-designed skate park in the capital city also has a dirt track that is actually dedicated to the city’s BMX riders.

Squash ISCI Squash Jl. Ciputat Raya, no. 2.

021749 0540, membership@isci.or.id. www.isci.or.id. Thu 6pm. The team takes part in a Jakarta league, holds regular tournaments and organises the largest individual squash tournament in Indonesia.

Ultimate Frisbee DiscIndo Ultimate Frisbee Jakarta Gelora Bung Karno, Jl. Asia Afrika, no. 6. Senayan. The best looking Frisbee team in Asia. Training on Thursdays (8pm) and Sundays (4pm) at the Senayan Outdoor Sports Complex.

Optional donation of Rp. 50,000 per session. For further information, email jakarta@ultimateindonesia.com.

Yoga Yoga @42 degree. Saberro house, 4th floor, Jl. Kemang Raya, no. 10A. 021 719 7379. www.bikramyogajakarta.com. Practiced in a humid room cranked up to a hot 42-degree Celsius.

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