Street market turns 7 with fanfare
HUNDREDS of local and foreign tourists alike recently celebrated the seventh anniversary of Little Penang Street Market (LPSM) at Upper Penang Road, here.
LPSM coordinator Lyndy Ong said the street market, which was started in 2006, has become popular as a place for experiencing Penang culture.
"As we mark LPSM's seventh year, we are glad to see that the street market is becoming famous as one of the most happening places in the city now," she said.
"We will continue to put in efforts to ensure the street market continues to showcase the friendliness of Penangites and also enhance the people's awareness of the unique culture and heritage of Penang."
Ong noted, however, that it was not enough to just depend on non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to expand and promote the market, and that it needed the support from the Penang government as well.
She hoped the state government would provide more funds to LPSM as they needed finances to set up places for performances and vendors.
"If the state government can give more allocation, we can provide more comfortable places for our vendors and visitors. We will also be able to invite more renowned artisans and craftsmen to share their works with us," she said.
More than 70 stalls presently make up the street market, each with its own unique and special handicrafts.
Among handicrafts on display are jewellery, woven crafts and hand-sewn bags, crafts made from wood and minions made from clay. There are also paintings, plants, clothing as well as Penang Nyonya food and snacks.
There is a stage for budding performers and artists to display their talents.
The LPSM is also the venue for NGOs to promote their cause and sell their products to raise funds.
The street market is held on the last Sunday of each month.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
HUNDREDS of local and foreign tourists alike recently celebrated the seventh anniversary of Little Penang Street Market (LPSM) at Upper Penang Road, here.
LPSM coordinator Lyndy Ong said the street market, which was started in 2006, has become popular as a place for experiencing Penang culture.
"As we mark LPSM's seventh year, we are glad to see that the street market is becoming famous as one of the most happening places in the city now," she said.
"We will continue to put in efforts to ensure the street market continues to showcase the friendliness of Penangites and also enhance the people's awareness of the unique culture and heritage of Penang."
Ong noted, however, that it was not enough to just depend on non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to expand and promote the market, and that it needed the support from the Penang government as well.
She hoped the state government would provide more funds to LPSM as they needed finances to set up places for performances and vendors.
"If the state government can give more allocation, we can provide more comfortable places for our vendors and visitors. We will also be able to invite more renowned artisans and craftsmen to share their works with us," she said.
More than 70 stalls presently make up the street market, each with its own unique and special handicrafts.
Among handicrafts on display are jewellery, woven crafts and hand-sewn bags, crafts made from wood and minions made from clay. There are also paintings, plants, clothing as well as Penang Nyonya food and snacks.
There is a stage for budding performers and artists to display their talents.
The LPSM is also the venue for NGOs to promote their cause and sell their products to raise funds.
The street market is held on the last Sunday of each month.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
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