PERWAKILAN LONDON

The Asean Ladies Coffee Morning organized by Vietnam High Commission was held on 17th June 2009 at the Saigon Saigon restaurant in King Street, Hammersmith, London in conjunction with the farewell to Phillippines ambassador's wife, Mrs Lydia Espiritu. There were 5 ladies from Perwakilan London enjoyed the sumptious Vietnamese luncheon spread as well as get to know with other asean ladies.

OBJECTIVES

1. To encourage and foster a cordial relationship among members.

2. To carry out educational, cultural, social and sports activities contributing to the above.

3. To provide its members with information on etiquette, customs and traditions of the people of Great Britain.

4. To establish and develop contacts and cooperate with other registered women's organisations and individuals in the UK for the advancement of the objectives of Perwakilan.

5. To help members and provide them with essential information so as to enable to settle down easily in London/Britain.

6. To collect and raise funds for the attainment of the above objectives.

7. To undertake the compilation, editing, publication and circulation of any newsletter or other printed literature for the advancement of the objectives of Perwakilan or for the promotion of the interests of its members.

CALENDAR 2009

1) MALAYSIA WEEK IN LONDON
Malaysia Week in London events bring Malaysian culture to Potters Fields with music, fashion, dance, arts and crafts, food and more. Potters Fields Park will be transformed with the sights, sounds and flavours of Malaysia in a unique festival event.

DATE: 20th - 26th July 2009
TIME: 10.00am - 8.00pm
VENUE: Potters Fields Park, Tooley Street, London

2) COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES LEAGUE (CCL) FOOD & CRAFT FAIR
The annual Commonwealth Fair is the major fund-raising event. Perwakilan supported CCL objective in raising funds to sponsor the secondary education of needy but capable Commonwealth girls in their own country subject to annual assessment. The money may be used towards the cost of school and examination fees where applicable, transport, school meals, uniform,books and other incidental expenses.

DATE: Saturday 17th October 2009
TIME: 11.00am - 6.00pm
VENUE: Kensington Town Hall, Horntorn Street, London N8 7NX

AL-QURAN CLASSES
Every Wesnesday (10.00 am - 12.00 noon)
A designed methodology in teaching by which motivate and make it interesting to learn Al-Quran - taught how to recite Al-Quran beautifully with a right Arabic pronunciations and in depth training in tajweed. Do you want to see yourself excel on recitation, do join and experience the benefits of the Al-Quran classes. Conducted by the Head of Religion Committee on every Wednesday at 10.30 am - 12.30 pm at the Malaysian Hall, Malaysian Student Department, London.

TIPS

MARKET
ADMIRAL VERNON ANTIQUES MARKET - The Admiral Vernon Antiques Market operates on Saturday's only. The market has over 200 dealers offering a wide range of items. It is famous for its antique markets, which surfaced here around the 1950's. http://www.infogram.co.uk/portobello/market.asp?mktid=1

BERWICK STREET MARKET - Between Carnaby Street and Soho is a gem of market visited mainly by locals and lost tourists ambling the streets. It's a genuine fruit and vegetable market established here since 1830. Bargain but quality veggies, cheeses, dried fruit, nuts and so much more is found here including the quintessential vendors shouting out the prices of their goods. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berwick_Street_Market

CAMDEN MARKETS - Located in Camden Town, centered between it and Chalk Farm Underground stations. The Camden stables markets is the largest of the Camden Markets, which are all within walking distance from one another; it features designer clothing shops. Camden Lock Market offers a little of everything including arts and crafts, organic foods, pictures and books. The Canal Market is less known then the others but sells a variety of goods including fashion accessories, music, clothing, jewelry and more. Buck Street Market is generally the same, offering over 200 staffs with a variety of goods. Inverness Street is the sight of the Market bearing the same name and a popular fruit and vegetable market. http://www.camdenlock.net/markets.html

CHELSEA ANTIQUE MARKET - Busy, large, world famous, its the Chelsea Antique Market - a great place for finding unusual antiques. Despite being in one of London's most ritzy neighbourhoods, bargains abound. Open Monday through Saturday, 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. http://www.uktravel.com/londoncontent.asp?attID=107&cat=11&catName=Markets

GRAYS ANTIQUE MARKET - Situated in London's West End in a nineteenth century terracotta building, this market was established in 1964 and is internationally acclaimed. A variety of goods are offered here. http://www.alondonguide.com/graysantiquesmarket.html

GREENWICH MARKET - The Greenwich covered market dates back to 1831 and it was originally a general market, but today it is famous for its arts and crafts. The market is buzzing on Saturday and Sundry, but you can pay a visit every day of the week. http://www.greenwichmarket.net/

JUBILEE MARKET - Within Covent Garden and nestled within London's West End, Jubilee Market is surrounded by the Royal Opera House, The Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. With such prominent neighbours, the market has earned itself a regal reputation. In the face of closure then years ago, the local traders saved the market by buying a lease, and was then ceremoniously re-opened by the Queen herself. It has even earned its own coat of arms. There are antiques on Monday, and the rest of the week, the market of 120 craftspeople sells arts and crafts and other general goods. http://www.jubileemarket.com/

KENSINGTON MARKET - This cramped indoor market is out of place in High Street Kensington with unusual fashions and vintage clothing. Get lost in a maze of leather , black lights and silver rings. Located here for decades, it is a very popular market for finding unique bargains.

LOWER MARSH MARKET - Lower Marsh Market is South Bank's market. Lower March offers a cornucopia of gifts, household goods and well-priced places to eat and drink. http://www.lower-marsh.co.uk/market.html

PORTOBELLO MARKET - Portobello Market is one of the famous markets in the world and is internationally recognised for its second-hand and antique sections. Statistically it features in the top ten rankings as the most visited tourist site in London. Its history and culture span approximately 300 years of existence. The market is open from 8.00am until 6.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Thursday is a half day closing at 1.00pm. Saturday it is open from 8.00am to 6.30 pm. These times vary depending on weather conditions and the season. During the week the market is used mainly by the local community and has a mix of fruit and vegetable produce, new goods and hot food stalls. Friday the second hand market is open and on Saturday the famous antiques market is held towards the Southern end of Portobello Road, near Notting Hill Gate. In addition to the antique stalls there are a whole host of arcades, galleries, shops and cafes open to cater for the flocks of tourists and visitors. A recent addition to the Saturday market is the Arts & Crafts section which is located just off Portobello Road on the Tavistock Piazza. This was created to encourage a range of unique trades and handicrafts. http://www.portobelloroad.co.uk/

WEST INDIA QUAY MARKET - Get down to West India Quay on Thursday and Friday and you will find a bustling market selling everything from hand-made clothes and bags to jewellery and from CDs to aromatherapy oils. The market has a nice mellow feel to it and on a sunny day, with all the cafes and bars opening out on to the Quay, it is just like being in Paris or Amsterdam.

CAR BOOT
Denham Car Boot
Main A40, Denham Roundabout, Junction 1 Off M40 - Every Saturday (11am - 03.00 pm)

Taplow Car Boot
Afternoon Car BootMain A4 Bath RoadOpposite Taplow Station, Maidenhead (Junction 7 off M4)

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