Jember Fashion Carnival X

After nine years building success, Jember city will once again takes world's eyes on them through Jember Fashion Carnival X. This year, the overall theme is "Eyes on Triumph". Mark July 24th on your calendar because this will be an international spotlight event. It will get media coverage from hundreds of national and international media. Besides, thousands of spectators will crowded the runway for as long as 3.6 km in Jember. There will be total around 600 participants, divided into 10 defiles, from the first JFC until the ninth. The defiles performing will be:

Let's watch Elizabeth Taylor!

For July, Bentara Budaya Jakarta continues its monthly screening with theme "Elizabeth Taylor movies". So, of course we can see some of her golden movies at BBJ. Elizabeth Taylor was the most beautiful actress in Hollywood at her age. Her beauty and fame was legendary and she has had title as "Husband grabbers". In fact, she has been married and divorced for 8 times. Her acting is not so prominent, yet she has been awarded with 2 Oscar as the Best Actress. Besides all the excellencies, the world knows her well for her care in AIDS. She founded American Foundation for AIDS Research (AmFAR) which becomes the biggest donator for AIDS Research in the world.

Liz Taylor parent is American, but she was born in London on February 17th 1932. She was recognized when she is 7 years old by a family relative. Universal Pictures was astonished to see her and she got a contract for a movie, continued with a contract with MGM. On 1944, she got her first debut as the main actress through National Velvet. This movie was a big success and brought her name into international recognition. 

She was died on the March 23rd 2011. In order to remember Liz Taylor and her journey, BBJ will present six of her movies. 

 

Indonesia has Cassava War!

Have you ever watched tomato war on foreign TV channel? It seems exciting and crazy. I can imagine what I will be in the middle of a war like that. Fox sauced tomato. Hehehe..

Btw, Indonesia has that kind of event too. But in here, they don't use tomato, since tomato price is rising everyday. Instead, they use cassava. In Indonesia, cassava is called "Ketela". The cassava war is part of a series of event called "Festiv-All Tela Indonesia 2011". 

Festival Wayang Indonesia 2011

Hi Event hunter.. After a week hiatus, Fox comes back to the event hunting activities. Actually I have so much to share with you. Some of them have been out of date. But (I think) they're really interesting so I will still share them here for your information of such events. 

I'll start with the poster below.

The Biggest Digital Talk: IDBYTE 2011

From 11-14 July, Jakarta will be the host for the Biggest Digital Event called IDBYTE. 

This event aimed to open Indonesian mindset on digital trend and technology. The potential of this trend is very huge here, and through this event, it's hoped that Indonesian is not only able to use the tools but also able to develop digital content and application. This series of event divided into 3 days workshop from 11-13 July, a digital conference on the 14 and closed on 14 night with the announcement of Bubu Awards. All of the event takes place at Pacific Place and the venues are Blitzmegaplex, @america and Ritz Carlton Ballroom. So, what's on it? Let's start!

Monas Kite Festival: Let's Run a Kite!!

It's summer time and the good news is, you can see some kites this weekend! Whoaa... I'm so excited about this. Why is that so? Because kite is something that I don't see for a long time, this is not only ordinary kites  and moreover, I don't have to go far to see them Just go to Monas this Sunday and you'll find A LOT. Yes, Monas will not stand alone this weekend because hundreds of kites will color up Jakarta sky.

Little Tokyo Ennichisai

I think I start this project on a right time, or maybe on a right place. There's so much interesting event recently and I become, "Wo u oo.. I'm craving to go to the events but can't do that T____T Rawrrr.. One kind of events that I like very much on school days is Japan events, the Matsuri. So far, I know there will be 2 Japan events, this Little Tokyo Ennichisai and SENYUUM. I will discuss this first ya..

Little Tokyo Ennichisai mostly consists of Japan themed competition; karaoke, cosplay, etc. You can find not only interesting competition to join, but also entertainment from bands and art performance. When your tummy asks for food, there is plenty of Japanese food sold by sponsors.

One tip for attending this kind of event: bring fan, use sunblock and hats if needed! The heat can be so unbearable.

So, here's the predicted rundown: (all schedule can change at anytime)

Underground Secret Dining: Phytagoras Foodism

Take note that on the 10th of July, USD will held its monthly event with theme: Phytagoras Foodism. What is Phytagoras Foodism? Eww, can't provide you with detailed explanation. But as far as my knowledge, it derived from Phytagoras who is famous for his Theorem (a2 + b2 = c2). Believe it or not, he has certain way of life, influenced by this theorem for food philosophy and some Ancient Greeks took it as a way of life!It's called "Phytagoreans".

Confuse? You're not alone, me too!

This time, the menu will be based on Phytagoras concept and cooked by a lovable lady. The ingredients? It surely will be a surprise! Besides, you'll  be presented by a presentation about this unique concept. (NB: if you're so curious about this, it's Google-able actually! Hehehee..)

Prepare your time on July 10th, from 13.00-15.00 and book fast. Since the capacity is only for 40 people. Have I mention the location? Not yet. It's a secret 'till D-1. Only HINTS are available for you:

Book Party!

Halo0~ blog back to life again. Now I wanna greet you book lovers about book party starting from tomorrow. Maybe some of you have heard about this event. It will start from July 2-10 at Istora Senayan Jakarta, open from 09.00-21.00. There will be more than 200 publishers gather there, major and minor publishers. There will also be non-book stands, such as AvTech  and many more.
 
The event itself consists of many small events, for example fun bike, seminar, workshop, book launching, etc etc. For details of events, you can see it on the table below: