Presentation to expat community

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PaulobMember28 April 2019 07:46:35

Hi all,
I recently released a book, ‘Pedals, Paddles and Potholes’ telling my story of extreme adversity, overcoming it, and eventually kayaking across Bass a Strait. The Melbourne & Sydney launch have gone very well and I will be in Penang from 21 - 28 May.
I would like to connect with the ex-pat community (my partner Charmaine lived in Penang for 5 years as a teenager and we are considering residence there). I also wondered if you would be interested in a presentation on the story whilst we are in town. I am told it is a captivating story and well told 😊.
Please let me know your thoughts.
Warmest regards
Paul

GravitasViP28 April 2019 13:32:54

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There are many Facebook groups for Penang. (Malaysia runs on FB). One that might be interesting is PACCAM Penang Arts Culture Creativity and Music. Penang also has a Literary Festival

PaulobMember28 April 2019 22:33:28

Thank you! I will have a look!

GravitasViP29 April 2019 00:32:17

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On a social level there are Coffee mornings in Penang each week and other socials. FB group Penang Island Community is a place to start. Penang Coffee and Chat is another group plus Penang Coffee on Thursdays

GravitasViP29 April 2019 04:04:12

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Gerakbudaya bookshop has events and you could contact the owner Ismail Gareth Richards

GravitasViP29 April 2019 09:41:24

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Another option may be a presentation to the IWA (International Women's Association) which has lots of events for spouses as well officeiwapenang@gmail.com

GravitasViP04 May 2019 03:11:30

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Here's the guy who hosts book launches

https://www.facebook.com/Hikayat-220688028630748/

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