Chief Executive En. Aminudin Hashim giving a speech at Institut Darul Ridzuan’s Press & Bloggers Appreciation Night 2012

More than fifty media representatives and bloggers from in and around Ipoh were VIPs of the night, at last evening’s dinner function hosted by Perak State Government think-tank, Institut Darul Ridzuan (IDR). We packed the venue, Koloni Karyawan Amanjaya (PORT), situated along Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Ipoh.

black and white colour scheme

table centrepiece

Those who have been to PORT before were pleasantly surprised by the transformation of the hall. With a black and white colour scheme and clever play of lighting, the venue spelt class. This was all thanks to Sarah Annabella Wedding Creation who, within two short days, came up with the concept and set up the props.

the ceiling decorated like a dome

corner deco

The inaugural IDR Press & Bloggers Appreciation Night was a fun-filled evening; an opportunity for us to socialise, without having to worry about the delivery of news! Besides filling our stomach with a scrumptious halal buffet-style meal, some lucky guests were rewarded with iPod Touch, iPad 2 and gift hampers in appreciation of their hard work in covering IDR and Perak Amanjaya functions over the past year.

iPad 2 winner! Woohoo!

a hamper filled with goodies!

The event, which stretched through the night, was enjoyed by one and all, I dare say, especially when IDR’s very own in-house band, fronted by Kiki, with her powerful vocals, took the stage. Guests were encouraged to perform, after IDR CEO joined the band and showcased his guitar-playing skills.

IDR’s in-house band fronted by Kiki

CEO jams with the guys

The night wrapped up with karaoke singing by media friends, who took turns to display their hidden talents at the microphone.

my friends: Sarah from Sarah Annabella Wedding Creation (L) and Tia from IDR (R)

Event: IDR Press & Bloggers Appreciation Night 2012
Venue: Koloni Karyawan Amanjaya (PORT), Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Ipoh.
Date: 19th Jan, 2012
Time: 8pm

Video (below): IDR CEO En. Aminudin Hashim jams with his band

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