10 - 16 AUGUST 2018
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What’s On - august FRIDAY 10TH Basic First Aid for Myanmar speakers | Activities This course provides participants with skills and knowledge to be a First Aid representative within an organisation, at the workplace, within the community and in domestic situations. Training in DRSABCD, CPR, Treatment for bites and stings, burns, heat illness, cuts and bleeding. Inquiries to Ma Wai Wai Lin, who will conduct the course, at 09 254 397 102. ? Three Good Spoons - 2/102 Dhammazedi Road, Bahan Tsp | P 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Heal Myanmar - Season 2 | Activities This mission is to raise HMP fund and donate to the less fortunate through the public. The entire fund is raised by a percentage of the event ticket price. This is the second time the team @ Retro Bar (Hotel 63) is hosting Heal Myanmar Project. They will be serving unlimited BEER and unlimited COCKTAILS the whole evening. Tickets priced at 8,000 ks can be purchased through Hotel 63 Reception. ? Hotel 63 - Merchant Rd, Between 62nd & 63rd St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
4th PropertyGuru Myanmar Property Awards 2018 | Activities The PropertyGuru Myanmar Property Awards is the biggest and most credible industry awards in the country, with the top and emerging names in real estate celebrating the best developers, projects and design in the country. ? Sedona Hotel - No. 1, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd,Yankin Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
KIRIN NIGHT together with LUCID | Nightlife The await is over fellow LUCID fans. Click going to stay tuned for further updates. See you all on August 10 at NYX. P.S As promised there will be a surprise. RSVP 09 780 006699. ? NYX Rooftop Club - No.117, West Shwegondine Rd, Bahan Tsp | P From 9:00 pm
Back to the 90’s | Nightlife DJ Eric will be spinning all the tunes from the 90s, sure to make you remember your younger years and to get you moving. Join us for dinner and stay for the party. RSVP 09 771 239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, BargaYar Rd, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 7:00 pm
LEVEL 2 pres: MDE - My Digital Enemy | Nightlife Level 2 is super excited to announce MDE (Heldeep Records / Simma Black / Toolroom Records, UK) at LEVEL 2 this Friday, in collaboration with Elevate Entertainment. RSVP 09 502 0073. ? LEVEL 2 - Yangon International Hotel Compound ,Dagon Tsp | P From 11:00 pm
SATURDAY 11TH The Good Lunch - “Organic Chickens” | Dining Chef Orng will create a farm-to-table spread using the finest ingredients from Kokkoya’s urban farm to accompany the eggs and chicken meat from STNG (Shwe Taung Nyo Gyi). STNG will lead a presentation on the production of organic eggs and meat and what makes their chicken farms different. ? Kokkoya Organics - Bo Hmu Ba Htoo Rd, North Dagon Tsp | P 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
What’s On - august Frat Party With DJ Admin | Nightlife Stop Thinking, Start Dancing, and Welcome DJ ADMIN from Holland. With performances in 28 Countries all over the world. Are you guys ready ? Because it’s ADMIN time. Cover Charges & Add On Regular - 10,000Ks/ Person, VIP & VVIP - 20000Ks/Person. RSVP 09 780006699. ? NYX Rooftop Club - No.117, West Shwegondine Rd, Bahan Tsp | P From 9:00 pm
Miami Vice Party | Nightlife A night of glamour, tropical cocktails and Miami Vice mash ups. RSVP 09 771 239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, BarGaYar Rd, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 7:00 pm
XIVIX | Everybody Knows (Hip Hop Show) | Nightlife Events Guys ! 369 Bar organize Hip Hop show event on 11th of August. The name of the show is “everybody knows”. Come and join with Hip Hop. For ticket information contact to 01 578 101. ? ibis Styles hotel - No.369, Laydaungkan Rd, ThinganGyun Tsp | P 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Burma Cartel Vol.3 | Nightlife The Cartel is back in town with their founding bosses to take the night life of Rangoon to a whole new level. Entry fee is 10,000 kyats. RSVP 09 502 0073. ? LEVEL 2 - Yangon International Hotel Compound ,Dagon Tsp | P Fromm 10:00 pm
V@PE Glow Night | Nightlife Mark your calendars now and prepare yourself, gear up and prepare as the BIGGEST V@PE EVENT OF THE YEAR IS COMING. Featuring : DJ Zaw Gyi , DJ SAI SAI , DJ Aung Htet. RSVP 09 258 835 885, 09 977 264 443. ? Club Pyrite - No.37, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, near Inya Lake Hotel, Mayangone Tsp | P From 10:00 pm
Irish Folk Music Night at Union | Nightlife Come join us at Union on the 11th August for live music as we host Irish Folk Band ‘Craíc the Knífe. Craíc the Knífe fiddle, pick and tap their way through a lively set of traditional celtic music, the like of which is found in old country pubs across Ireland, Scotland and England. Expect jigs and reels, hornpipes and polkas, waltzes and aires, thigh-slapping and merriment. RSVP 09 250 355 064.
? Union Bar and Grill - No.42, Strand Rd, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
SUNDAY 12TH Financial Literacy Workshop | Educational If you have to be a businessman, what will you need to managed ? You need to manage Time, Man and Money. Kaung Hein Soe will teach you how to manage those three things. For more information contact to 09 77 9933210 and 09 300 47 422. ? EPI Phone Training & Service - No. 132, 2nd Floor, 37th St, Kyauktada Tsp | P 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thriller Night | Nightlife “A Quiet Place” Movie will be showing in Vintage Luxury Yacht. This is a good opportunity for a couple who want movie date and can enjoy European set menu dinner. RSVP 09-250846974. ? Vintage Luxury Yacht - No. 6, Botahtaung Jetty, Near Botahtaung Pagoda, Seikkan Tsp | P 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
What’s On - august Steak Sundays | Dining Steak Sundays at The Prime Rib every week. 2 Ribeye steaks (250g each), 2 Caesar Salad, 4 choice of sides, 2 choice of dessert, 1 bottle of Red Wine for only Ks69000. Call Now and Reserve 09264655551. ? The Prime Rib - No. 1 A Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd Ward 7, Yankin Tsp | P All Day
Mexican Brunch | Dining Join Union Bar team for their hugely popular mexican brunch, this Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Come and enjoy Mexican food and drinks all afternoon. RSVP 09 250 355 064. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42, Strand Rd, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
WEDNESDAY 15TH Joint networking event with AmCham and EuroCham | Social Join them for a relaxing evening with canapés and drinks at 369 Rooftop bar and meet business leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals enjoying Yangon’s skyline from the terrace of 369 Rooftop bar, Ibis Style Yangon Stadium Hotel. Cost: 15 USD/member, 25 USD/non-member incl. canapés & 3 drinks ? Ibis style Hotel- No.369, Laydaungkan Rd, ThinganGyun Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Film night: Lola rennt | Activities Every second Wednesday we will be showing a variety of German films with English subtitles. Enjoy the screening in our brand new Auditorium featuring a cinema-sized screen. Free entrance. After a botched money delivery, Lola has 20 minutes to come up with 100,000 Deutschmarks. ? Goethe-Institut Myanmar - Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoada Rd and Nat Mauk St, Bahan Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
THURSDAY 16TH The Third Thursday #23 | Nightlife Come along and join us between 6.30pm and 9.30pm for 5 glasses of wine and some nibbles. Ticket price 20,000 MMK. In shop promotions include Champagne Pol Roger 25% off, Freixenet CAVA 30% off and 25% off the front palette selected labels. ? The Warehouse Myanmar - 150, Dhammazedi Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
50th Street Pub Quiz | Nightlife Come and show off your general knowledge, and potentially drinking abilities at the 50th Street Pub Quiz every thursday. Winners of each round get 50% off their next round of drinks, and overall winners get a 30,000MMK bar tab. ? 50th Street Cafe Restaurant Bar - 9/13, 50th Street, Botahtaung Tsp | P 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm
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Hlawga Wildlife Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries and Animal Shelters BY GRACE TUN This weekend (or anytime you feel like it), take time off from the stressful endeavors of life and get in touch with nature. Whether you want to want to get to know some furry friends at a dog shelter or go bird-watching, these places are worth taking a look at. Hlawga Wildlife Park Just an hours’ drive away from downtown Yangon, the animals here live in a relatively comfortable environment: deer, monkeys and even wild boars can be seen roaming about freely. You can go hiking on jungle trails and will have the opportunity to feed certain animals you encounter. This is one of the few rare natural places close to Yangon, and if you are looking for a day trip, this is the place for you. Location: Mingaladon Township, Yangon Division
Meinmahla Kyun Wildlife Sanctuary (ASEAN heritage park) Located in the Ayeyarwaddy Delta, this wildlife sanctuary gives you the chance to observe crocodiles, turtles and a variety of birds in their natural habitats, while taking a suspenseful boat-ride through a maze of beautiful mangroves. If you are lucky, you might even get to see the Irawaddy dolphins (usually spotted from November–February), an endangered species with only a population of 50-70 left in Myanmar. This place is perfect for an overnight trip; and you’ll also get to experience village life with the many friendly locals in the area. One of the most well conserved sanctuaries in Yangon, it’s highly recommended for those who want to get a taste of wildlife at its finest. Location: Bokalay Township, Ayeyarwaddy Division
Phoe Kyar Elephant Camp In honor of World Elephant Day (August 12), why not pay a visit to Phoe Kyar Elephant Camp near Bago? It’s a village that’s home to over 70 elephants, most of whom were born in captivity. Spend time with these majestic animals and participate in feeding activities, as well as watching them get a shower. You could stay overnight in private bungalows and might even get the chance to go on a trekking expedition to find elephants out in the jungle. Location: Near Thargaya Village and the Bago Yoma Mountain Range (Around two hours’ drive west of Taungoo, Bago)
Moe Yun Gyi Wetland Moe Yun Gyi is a wetland situated in Bago Division about 70 miles north of Yangon, writes Mathis Ayma. This area used to be a reservoir that over time turned into wetland, which today hosts more than 120 species of water birds. It’s a little paradise for all picnickers, naturalists, botanists and bird-watchers, and also for everyone looking for a peaceful place. One of the best activities is the boat cruise that departs from Moeyungyi Resort. The best time to visit Moe Yun Gyi is between November and March. Check out moeyungyiwetlandsresort.com. Location: Pyin Bone Gyi Village in Bago Division
Yangon Animal Shelter Yangon Animal Shelter founder Terryl Just and her team have pledged to rescue stray dogs that are vulnerable to hunger and disease on the streets of Yangon, writes Anabelle Ayma. This shelter is located about 30 kilometers north of Yangon and is home to about 500 friendly dogs waiting for you to adopt them. Any help is welcome to maintain the shelter: you can meet the animals and help feed them, live a unique experience by becoming a foster parent or a volunteer in the shelter, or simply donate money to this non-profit organization. Visit yangonanimalshelter.com/ contact.
Meinmahla Kyun Wildlife Sanctuary (ASEAN heritage park)
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Underground speakeasy Hush Hush opens its submarine door BY MIN YE KYAW Tucked down University Avenue road beside Spice Girls beauty spa is a new and different Yangon nightlife experience. Opened in early July, Hush Hush is set underneath the ground floor dining area, where a secret submarine door leads downstairs to a world of pop hits and fancy drinks. As well as its own lavish signature cocktails, the establishment has an Asian fusion and Western menu. With your first order comes complimentary popcorn.
Deep fried taro Dishes include Thai grilled pork neck salad (4,500 kyats), Greek salad (3,500 kyats), deep fried taro (3,000 kyats), and fried seabass with aromatic vegetable sauce (8,000 kyats). The chocolate lava cake with ice cream and banana (4,000 kyats) comes highly recommended from the bar’s manager and co-owner Swe Zin Aye.
Chocolate lava cake At 3,500 kyats per classic cocktail and 5,000 kyats for a signature concoction the drinks are reasonably priced. One signature drink, the ‘Electronic Brain’ has a potent mix of rum, gin, vodka, tequila, blue curacao and Bailey’s—guaranteed to hit you with one glass. For an even sweeter taste, try ‘My Treasure,’ a mix of vodka, blue berry, and apple juice. Or for something less flashy, there’s a selection of draft beers, mocktails and juices. Address: 35/B, New University Avenue Road, Bahan Township Contact: 09 45453 3008 Hours: 5 pm till late
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The Reasonabilists An antidote to the EDM epidemic sweeping across Myanmar is a nascent indie scene, a small bunch of bands penning original tracks for a growing audience. One of the bands, The Reasonabilists, takes their name from a doomsday cult on US sitcom Parks and Recreation. Lead vocalist Paing Lynn Aung, 23, his brother and bass guitarist Kyaw Lynn Aung, 17, and lead guitarist Okka Kyaw, 26, formed last October. Three months later they enrolled local drummer Ye Khine Oo, 27, who plays lively tunes with them at Yangon’s usual suspects: 7th Joint, Basement Bar, French Institute. Counting among his influences The Smiths, Kings of Leon, and The National, Paing writes most of the lyrics, laying them over his guitar riffs. Most of his writing is in English though the band also plays in Burmese. “I can express myself more freely in English,” he says. “I find Burmese a bit constricting.” His song Flowerbed is a good example of their offerings: a post-punk, upbeat track with catchy rhythms and a melancholy undercurrent, supported by the backing vocals of the other Reasonabilists. Okka, who grew up listening to his father’s heavy metal albums, “never imagined” himself to be in a band despite habitually practicing the guitar as a teenager. And then Paing “dragged me in,” he says, adding that he is thoroughly enjoying the experience. For Paing, doing a business diploma was enough for him to realize that music was the way forward. But not the ‘copy-track’ genre that has come to dominate Myanmar’s music industry, where artists modify popular Western songs with Burmese lyrics and pass them off as their own. “They can do what they want,” he says. “If it was me, I would be ashamed.” The local indie scene is a friendly one, with Paing and his band mates often making appearances in the performances of other bands, such as The Peacists and Mooni. “I want people to go to more gigs,” he says. “I want them to support the local bands that are doing original music.” The Reasonabilists’ debut four-song EP Amour will be produced by Big Bag and released under Bipolarbear Records within the coming months. “Grunge and mod rock is still strong here,” adds Paing. “Indie rock hasn’t really taken hold yet, but I think it will. What’s there not to like?”
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Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 10th to 16th August 2018. THE MEG The Meg is a 2018 science fiction horror film. The film follows a group of scientists who must stop a 75-foot Megalodon shark from terrorizing a beach. Junction City, Junction Square, City Mall, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Nay Pyi Daw
THE LITTLE MERMAID The Little Mermaid is an upcoming live-action fantasy-adventure film loosely based on the original Hans Christian Andersen novel of the same name. Junction City
MOHINI Mohini is an Indian Tamil-language horror thriller film written and directed by Ramana Madhesh, starring Trisha and Jackky Bhagnani in the lead roles.
MISSION IMPOSSIBLE : FALLOUT Mission: Impossible – Fallout is a 2018 American action spy film. Junction City
MINGALAR KATIN Mingalar Katin is a Burmese Comedy Movie directed by Ko Zaw (Arr Yone Oo) with stars : Myint Myat, Kyaw Kyaw Bo and Wut Hmone Shwe Yee. Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Thamada Cinema, Thwin, Mingalar, Mingalar Sein Gay Har
EAIT HTI YA Eait Hti Ya is a Burmese Comedy Movie directed by Ko Zaw (Arr Yone Oo) with stars : A Lin Yaung, Soe Myat Thuzar, Khine Thin Kyi, Phway Phway. Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square, Junction City, City Mall
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