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Miss Thailand Universe 2008


Miss Thailand Universe brings home
National Costume prize.

Miss Thailand Universe Gavintra Photijak won the National Costume award at the Miss Universe Pageant in Nha Trang, Vietnam on July 14, 2008. Watch her spectacular move of Thai KickBoxing on our special video clip.


Thai Spotlight by Suncast TV


SUNCASTV proudly presents the groundbreaking IPTV world premiere of the SUNCASTV/ENERI Communications Production, "8ight degrees: portraits of exceptional people with impact." Created and shot in beautiful cinematic style, this unique and historic half-hour special, takes a powerful and sometimes emotional, intimate look at the lives and passions of five outstanding subjects.



Thai Festival 2008

The 2008 Chicago Thailand Festival took place on June 16-20 at the Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago. The festival featured foods, art, fashion show, dancing, massage and Thai boxing demonstrations. View the extensive photo album of the dazzling fashion show.



60th Birthday of Khun Jamnong


จุดประสงค์ของการจัดงาน
เพื่อแสดงความขอบคุณแก่ทึ่ท่าน ที่ช่วยงานพระกฐินพระราชทาน เมื่อเดือนพฤศจิกายน ๒๕๕๐ และเพื่อรวบรวมเงินเป็นกองทุน เพื่อใช้ในการดำเนินงาน ของศูนย์บริการชุมชนของสมาคมไทย
View update pictures of the Thai Center




Thai Wedding Photo Albums


View Photo Albums of Thai Weddings in Chicago area.
Learn about Thai Water Ceremony.

งานแต่งงานของลูกหลานคนไทยในชิคาโก
พิธีรดน้ำแบบไทยๆ



Song for Princess Galyani by Narong

Lisen to the song, “น้ำใจ ไม่มีกาลเวลา" online
This special song was composed by a talented Thai Composer, who has won many awards from around the world. The song composed as a memorial piece for HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana.




Graduation Night 2008


Thai Youth Club presents Graduation Night 2008




Music of the Golden Triangle


Read a story about an American who loves Thailand so much that she decided to live there. Her passion in life has touched my heart. Visit the Golden Triangle Golden Triangle, one of the largest stores in the country devoted to art, antiques and home furnishings from China and Southeast Asia. Learn about high end catering services in Chicago and preview their food.



Olympic Garden in China


Olympic garden projects have become leading developments in China’s real estate industry.
View pictures of beautiful gardens here.


The Asian American Festival is a week long, outdoor celebration showcasing Asian American culture and contributions, including cultural stage performances, ethic cuisine, hands on Asian-inspired activities and an eclectic array of retail products.




BBQ Dinner by Golf Association

After the final match of the Kongsamuth's Cup on Sunday May 18, The Thai Golf Association had a backyard BBQ Dinner at the mansion of the Consul General in Wilmette.




Happy Bday Vallapa & Sangchun

Happy Birthday to Khun Vallapa, the president of the Thai American Association and Khun Sangchun, the president of the Thai Nursing Association at the Buffet City in Oak Lawn.




MVT May 10 Party

MVT May 10 Party covering many events below:
Birthday party (16 people)
Honoring Khun Arun
Honoring Khun Yong
Graduation (4 people)
Wedding (1 couple)
VIP from Thailand (K. Kajit)
Mother's Day (all mom received a rose and gift)




Asian Pacific American Heritage 2008


Special event 10th Anniversary at the Ralph Metcalfe Federal Building. View images from the event- cultural performances, special recognition ceremony and ethnic hors d'oeuvre. Sponsored by Office of Congressman Bobby L. Rush and his Advisory Council on Asian Affairs.



Rally for Beijing Olympics and World Peace

Following the recent riots in Tibet, hundreds of people gathered outside Chicago's U.S. Courthouse on Thursday, April 24, to show support for China. Read full story online and watch video clips.


Thai Office Introduction

The Thai American Association of Illinois has finally got an office!!!
How do we get an office space?
How much does it cost to have our office?



Khantoke Dinner 2008

Fund raising event, hosted by
the Thai Northern Association of Illinois.
Fun event, great food, great music.



Chen Medical Center

Many people might be wondering
What's going on with Dr. Chen's clinic now?
Where will all his patients go?
Can Thai people still be treated at this clinic?


King Narasuan 2- Freedom Declaration

ตำนานสมเด็จพระนเรศวรมหาราช ภาค 2 ประกาศอิสรภาพ
The most expensive film of Thailand ever made!!!
You can watch the entire movie here.
Part Two has 15 movie clips. Enjoy.


King Narasuan Volume One

ตำนานสมเด็จพระนเรศวรมหาราช ภาค 1 องค์ประกันหงสา
The most expensive film of Thailand ever made!!!
King Narasuan the Movie.
We can now watch the entire movie online. There are 17 clips total.


Songkran 2008

Songkran Festival 2008 at Wat Dhamaram in Chicago.
See who won Miss Songkran 2008!!!


100 Days Memorial of Dr. Chen

On Sunday, April 20'2008 will be the 100 days anniversary of Dr. Henry Chen's passing. Please take a brief 5 minutes silence in his memory together on this day where ever you are.


Khun Piroj's Birthday Party

The most celebrated birthday party in Chicago for Khun Piroj.


Catching up with Nutt

Do you remember Nutthanit Towan น้องณัฏฐ์ ?
She was crowned Miss Songkran in year 2006 at Wat Dhammaram, Chicago. Read about her new exciting life in Thailand and see her beautiful photos. There are 2 special video clips from her too. Watch it now.


Phuket after Tsuinami

Read facts about Phuket after the Tsunami
Is it okay to visit Phuket?
What's the situation now?
Is it safe?


Living in Phuket

Meet the beautiful girl, Som, our most recent Miss Thailand World 2007. Go behind the scene with her in "Living in Shape" in Phuket.


Closing of Thai Grocery

After serving the Chicagoland area and our Midwestern neighbors for 34 years, Thai Grocery is pleased to annouce Ek-Anant's (Eddie) is retiring from retail


King Naresuan the Movie
สมเด็จพระนเรศวรมหาราช
The most expensive film of Thailand Ever Made!
Watch movie trailers and behind the scene clips as an appetizer.
Online movie will be posted on this site soon.

The movie king Naresuan,400 years ago,there is the great king of Ayodhya(Thai) who dare to change the destination of nation. At the age of nine, he had been taken as hostage to Burma for 6 years. King Naresuan was a great warrior king. He liberated Ayutthaya from Burma while he was the Crown Prince. He led the soldiers into battles to defend the country against Burmese invasions many times.


Blast to the past

ชวนไปค้นหาอดีตในวันวาน ตื่นตาตื่นใจไปกับข้าวของเครื่องใช้เก่าๆ ที่ อาคารคุ้มเจ้าราชสัมพันธวงษ์ (พุทธวงศ์ ณ เชียงใหม่)


Magnificent Garden


แม่ฟ้าหลวงThe Mae Fah Luang Garden was awarded the Pacific Asia Tourism Association's Gold Awards in the 'Tourism Development' category for its outstanding achievement in developing a new tourist destination.

Hall of Opium

Many people still believe that the Golden Triangle is the heart of darkness. Every year hundreds of thousands of tourists come to this site simply because of its name and association with opium. The Hall of Opium is not just a museum, it's not even just an exhibition. It's a multimedia experience that will stimulate all your senses as you immerse yourself in its captivating realm.

Ancient Lanna Museum

Visit "Oub Kham" Museum, the relics of the ancient world. See the real Lanna throne from King Naresuan movie from this museum.

Extraordinary Temple

Wat Rong Khun ร่องขุ่น is no ordinary Wat. I was struck by the pure beauty of this temple. It was nothing I was prepared for. I nominated this temple as the top "must see" place of Thailand.

Living in Shape

This is another blog of my Thailand trip. Go behind the scene of the "Living in Shape" Thai TV show on Channel 3.

Au Bon Pain in Bangkok

My trip to Thailand this time was so much fun. I visited Au Bon Pain, the US bakery franchise in Bangkok.

Chinese New Year Party 2008

A house party for Thai community. See who won Miss Chinese New Year.

Royally Given Soil for Dr. Chen

Royally Given Soil from the Palace of Thailand was brought to USA for a very special funeral memorial service for Dr. Henry Chen.

Tribute to Dr. Chen

This is the page where you can write your own personal experience with Dr. Henry Chen and share to the world how he has touched your life.

Dawn of New Asia 2008

The 25th Annual Celebration 2008 of AACC- Asian American Coalition of Chicago. Congratulations to Khun Poxie Xumsai for his Community Service Award.

In Memory of Dr. Chen

Gathering of Thai Community in Chicago paying respect to Dr. Henry Chen. He passed away on Jan 12' 2008.

Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana
6 May 1923 - 2 January 2008

Thai community in Chicago celebrating Happy New Year together.

Farewell to Honorable Narote Sangkamanee, Deputy Consul General for Royal Thai Consulate General in Chicago, who was leaving to serve in Thailand. The event was hosted by Thai Association of Illinois.

SEA Games in Thailand

Watch 2 video clips, special news report from Thai TV- TTB5.

This is the Official Farewell Party for Honorable Narote Sangkamanee at The Royal Thai Consul General Office.

Birthday party for many people- Dr. Henry Chen, Poxie Xumsai, Narote Sangkamanee and Chananat Sookhakitch.

The Thai King is the longest serving monarch in the world. This is the celebration of His Majesty's birthday at the Consul General Office of Thailand in Chicago.

The event was hosted by the Thai American Association of Illinois at the Marriott O'Hare in Chicago.

House party for 2 events- farewell to Khun Narote and Happy Birthday to Khun Lee.



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