MyLifestyleMap brings you the MyLifestyleMap’s Weekend Guide (24 Apr - 26 Apr 2009) - the essential guide to dining, shopping and other activities & events this weekend.
From Local Bento Lunch at Traders Hotel, Early Birds at Shang Palace, Culinary Delights @ Intercontinental Singapore, Rich Chocolatey Affair @ York Hotel, Japanese Weekend Indulgences, Breakfast Meals, Spring Dishes and Happy Hour Specials @ The Jewel Box, The Best of Taiwan Porridge & Durian Fiesta 2009 @ Goodwood Park Hotel, Nyonyalicious Peranakan Fare @ Chatter Box, Dim Sum Delights @ Pine Court, Sunday Champagne Brunch at Pan Pacific Orchard, April Cupcake promotion at Bakerzin, Aisia Dive Expo 2009 and Boat Asia 2009, Jeremy Monteiro and Friends Swinging in the Heartlands, Christian Lacroix the costumier @ The National Museum, I Love Fragrance at Cafe Del Mar, Flea.Fly.Flo.Fun at Home Club, Fun Ahoy! @ Compass Point, Jazz by the Beach @ Sentosa, Wonders of Nature Photography Exhibition @ National Geographic Store, HSBC Treetop Walk, At Home Abroad Art Exhibition, The Life of My Sisters Photo Exhibition, International Women's Day Celebration by SNCF, This is not a Print! Exhibition at SAM, Springfield, Cortefiel and Camper Sale @ Isetan, Celio Denim Promotion and Scentsational Sale, we have it all here for you.
Dining | Activities & Events | ShoppingLocal Bento Lunch at Traders Hotel, Singapore
Till 30 Jun 2009
Ah Hoi's Kitchen has prepared four bento sets to add more variety during lunch - Noodle Set, Singapore Set, Chicken Rice Set and Vegetarian Set. Each set comprise of six items to provide for a complete lunch, priced at SGD 15 nett per set.
Singapore Set includes – soup of the day, nasi goreng, mixed vegetables, assorted satay, beef rendang and fruit platter.
* Hotel reserves the right to amend the promotion without any prior notice.
For Reservations, please call (65) 6831 4373 or E-mail:
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Traders Hotel Singapore
1A Cuscaden Road
Singapore 249716
Early Birds at Shang Palace
Till 30 Jun 2009
Save 30% on your dim sum bill when you dine at Shang Palace on weekends between 10.30am and noon. Master Chef Peter Tsang’s many delectable creations such as Pan Fried Shredded Taro and Steamed Rice Roll with Chinese Fritter will tempt and satisfy your taste buds.
Terms and Conditions:
- Diners must leave the restaurant by noon to qualify for the discount.
- Promotion is only valid on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday.
For reservations, please call Shang Palace at (65) 6213 4473.
Shangri-La Hotel
22 Orange Grove Road
Singapore 258350
Culinary Delights @ Intercontinental Singapore
Lobster creations with an Oriental touch
Till 30 April 2009
Savour Chef Sunny Kong’s many creations based on one of the ocean’s most prized delicacies, the sweet and succulent lobster. Enjoy them in a double boiled dumpling in superior broth or as deep-fried balls with wasabi-mayo dressing, accompanied by crispy beancurd skin. A special lobster set menu is also available to delight your palate.
Venue: Man Fu Yuan
Pricing: From $12 per portion
For reservations and enquiries, please contact Man Fu Yuan at 6825 1064.
All prices are in Singapore dollars and subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
Leisurely afternoons at the Lobby Lounge
Enjoy a relaxing weekend afternoon with our new high tea buffet at the Lobby Lounge with exquisite tea-time favourites such as finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and pastries, savoury rolls and salads as well as a tempting selection of desserts.
Venue: Lobby Lounge
Availability: High tea buffet available on Saturday and Sunday. Four-tier English High Tea served on Monday to Friday.
Pricing: Free flow of coffee and tea at $35 per person from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For reservations and enquiries, please contact Lobby Lounge at 6825 1046.
All prices are in Singapore dollars and subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
International High Tea Buffet
Partake in an indulgent afternoon at Olive Tree with tanalising international delights ranging from sushi, dim sum and local treat like kueh pie tee and Singapore fried mee goreng. With a divine dessert selection like chocolate fondue, assorted nonya kueh and speciality cakes, there is no better way to spend the weekend.
Available on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays from 12.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Pricing: $33 per adult, $25 per child from three to 12 years old
For enquiries and reservations, please call 6825 1061
All prices are in Singapore dollars and subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
Intercontinental Hotel Singapore
80 Middle Road
Singapore 188966
Intercontinental Hotel Singapore Map
Engage in a rich Chocolatey Affair on Sunday
Catch up with friends and relax in the casual atmosphere of a Sunday High Tea session at White Rose Café of York Hotel.The Sunday High Tea featuring a delightful chocolate fondue and other equally tempting dishes is priced at $23.80++ per adult and $14.80++ per child under 12 years, inclusive of free flow of coffee & tea. The menu is changed every week.
Exclusively for UOB Cardmembers Enjoy one complimentary high tea buffet with every three paying adult high tea buffets*
*offer is valid on every Sunday until 27 December 2009. Payment must be charged to a UOB card and limited to a maximum of two complimentary high tea buffets per cardholder per bill per table. Offer is not applicable with any other promotions.
For enquiry and reservation, please call 67370511 ext.1156?Prices subject to 10% service charge and prevailing Goods & Services Tax
York Hotel Singapore
21 Mount Elizabeth,
Singapore 228516
York Hotel Singapore Map
Japanese Weekend Indulgences
Till 21 Jun 2009
Spend a leisurely afternoon with a la carte lunch ($58*) featuring teppanyaki, sushi, robata yaki, tempura and more.
Or enjoy an indulgent dinner ($78*) with unlimited a la carte selections such as sashimi, sushi, oden, tempura and desserts.
Please call 6826 8240 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for enquiries or reservations
Prices listed are in Singapore dollars and are subject to service charge and government taxes including GST.
Pan Pacific Singapore
7 Raffles Boulevard,
Marina Square,
Singapore 039595
Enjoy Breakfast Meals, new Spring dishes and happy hour specials @ The Jewel Box
Breakfast Treats
By popular demand, The Jewel Box now serves breakfast! Available at the Sapphire and Emerald Lodge dining venues, guests can indulge in a range of American, Continental or Local delights with a free flow of coffee and tea as they enjoy a stunning hilltop view. Enjoy a hearty, healthy breakfast and the cool morning breeze at an alfresco hilltop venue - the perfect way to start a weekend morning or after a jog through Henderson and Mount Faber!
Breakfast (from $2.50++) with free flow coffee and tea is available at Sapphire and Emerald Lodge every Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 11am (last order at 10.30am).
New Spring Lunch and Dinner Set Menus
The Jewel Box’s popular lunch and dinner set menus have now been refreshed for Spring! Savour culinary Western and Singapore Chinese Heritage dishes from our range of 3 to 6-course menus including Crispy Mango Prawn Roulade with Thai-Style marinated Jellyfish Salad; Wok-fried Diced Chicken in Honey Pepper Sauce; Oven-Baked Honey Soy Salmon; and Ginger Flavored Smoked Eel Parfait.
Western and International Set Menus are available for lunch ($30++) and dinner ($80++) at Sapphire and Black Opal, while Chinese Heritage Set Menus are available for dinner ($68++/$88++) only at Empress Jade.
Happy Hours Special
Kick back at day’s end for a little relaxation as Moonstone, The Jewel Box’s alfresco venue, kick-starts its Happy Hours promotion. Enjoy special half-price deals on all house pours, bottled beers, selected juices and soft drinks from 5pm to 8pm.
Mumm Champagne Special
Daily Mumm Champagne specials are also offered at all dining venues; Black Opal, Emerald Lodge, Empress Jade, Moonstone and Sapphire!
For enquiries and advance reservations, please contact 6377 9688 or visit www.mountfaber.com.sg
The Jewel Box
109 Mount Faber Toad
Singapore 099203
The Best of Taiwan Porridge
Till 31 May 2009
Porridge Express
Introducing an innovative Taiwan Porridge lunch set! Featuring 5 of the most popular dishes presented in an attractive bento box, the "Porridge Express" is perfect for a quick quality meal.
Lunch: 12noon - 2.30pm
Price: $16.50 per person
Add on the Dessert Buffet for only $3 per person!
A La Carte Buffet
Choose from over 25 all-time favourites like Braised Pork Belly with Dark Soya Sauce, Wok-fried Beef with Spring Onions & Ginger, the popular Chilled Beancurd in Japanese Soya Sauce & Pork Floss, Fried Omelette with Chye Poh, Sauteed Chicken with Dried Chilli and many more.
Lunch: 12noon - 2pm
Dinner: 6.30pm - 10pm
One Dines FREE with every 3 paying Adults for UOB Cards!
Price: $32 per Adult / $19 per Child
includes Unlimited serving of porridge and Dessert Buffet (minimum 2 persons)
For enquiries or reservations, please call 6730 1746
All prices above are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes
Durian Fiesta 2009
Till 10 August 2009
Goodwood Park Hotel's famous durian delicacies are back at the Deli!
A brand new creation and tantalising all-time favourites await...
The annual Goodwood Park Hotel Durian Fiesta returns with an exciting range of Durian pastries and cakes, each filled with the riches and goodness of D24 Durians!
Apart from the signature Durian Puffs and legendary Durian Mousse Cake, the range also includes all-time favourites such as the Durian Crepe, Durian & Crunchy Hazelnut Tartlet, Durian Pudding and Durian Roll. Back by popular demand is the fragrant Durian, Pandan & Coconut Cake and Durian Oreo Cake!
Brand new for 2009!
This year's new Durian pastry creation - Durian Strudel, is set to please all Durian Connoisseurs! Baked to a glistening golden brown and boasting irresistibly fragrant D24 pulp filling as well as vanilla sponge between crisp and flaky layers of pastry, this 30-cm long creation is a decadent treat and a must-have for every gathering.
Available at the Deli for takeaway. To order, please call the Deli at 6730 1786, fax 6737 4073 or visit us from 9am - 9pm daily.
Exclusive Privileges
Citibank and DBS Credit & Debit Cardmembers, Goodwood Park Hotel Gourmet Cardmembers and AA members enjoy 15% discount on takeaway durian pastries (except for Durian Combo 5) at the Deli.
All prices above are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
Goodwood Park Hotel
22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221
Gastronomical Delights @ Meritus Mandarin Singapore
NYONYALICIOUS PERANAKAN FARE AT CHATTERBOX (LEVEL 39, ORCHARD WING)
From 20 April to 3 May, savour a scrumptious galore of traditional Peranakan dishes such as Ayam Buah Keluak, Sambal Udang Belimbing and Durian Pengat by renowned Peranakan Chef Philip Chia.
Lunch (Daily including weekends): $36++ (Adult) $16++ (Child)
High Tea (Weekends only): $32++ (Adult) $16++ (Child)
Dinner (Daily including weekends) $42++ (Adult) $21++ (Child)
Includes a free flow of Pepsi or 7 Up and stand a chance to win lucky draw prizes.
Chef Philip will also be conducting interactive and hands-on food demonstrations on the evenings of 25, 26 April and 2, 3 May 2009.
*Citibank cardmembers exclusive: 1 dines free with every 3 paying adults.
Enquiries: 6831 6291 (Chatterbox)
DIM SUM DELIGHTS AT PINE COURT (LEVEL 35, ORCHARD WING)
Indulge in a sumptuous din sum buffet of as many as 30 exquisite dim sum delights featuring a mix of creative flair and culinary mastery by Executive Chinese Chef Yang Lai Fatt and his team.
Weekdays (Excluding Public Holidays) 12pm to 2.30pm $16.80++ (Adult) $9++ (Child)
Weekends (Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays) 11.30am to 2.30pm $38 nett (Adult) $19 nett (Child)
*Enjoy additional servings of refreshing desserts, fresh fruits and pastries on weekends.
Enquiries: 6831 6262 (Pine Court)
WEEKEND LOCAL HIGH TEA…… at Chatterbox. Renowned for its local delights, Chatterbox now offers a mouth-watering spread of local high tea favourites like Lemon Grass Prawns, Laksa, Nyonya Kueh, Dim Sum and more! Available on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays from 2pm to 5pm at $32 per person. Otherwise, why not sample Chatterbox’s ala carte offerings like the legendary Mandarin Chicken Rice alongside Western colonial and other Asian local favourites?
Enquiries: 6831 6291 (Chatterbox)
MERITUS MANDARIN SINGAPORE
333 Orchard Road
Singapore 238867
Meritus Mandarin Singapore Map
Bakerzin’s April Promotion
Till 30 Apr 2009
For only $2.50 each and coming in 6 seductive flavours & colours like Chocolate Cupcake with Raspberry Cream, Chocolate Cupcake with Chocolate Cream, Pistachio Cupcake with Pistachio Cream, Carrot Cupcake with Cream Cheese, Rose Cupcake with Passionfruit Cream and Coffee Cupcake with Coffee Cream, there’s sure to be a cup for everyone.
Bakerzin @ Jurong Point
Bakerzin @ Millenia Walk
Bakerzin @ Northpoint Shopping Centre
Bakerzin @ Paragon
Bakerzin @ Suntec City Mall
Bakerzin @ Takashimaya S.C.
Bakerzin @ UE Square
Bakerzin @ United Square Shopping Mall
Bakerzin @ Vivo City
Sunday Champagne Brunch
10 at Claymore is giving you more reasons to indulge on a Sunday with one of Singapore’s longest Champagne Buffet Brunches, stretching from 12noon to 4:30pm.
It features a glorious array of gastronomic delights that's sure to whet your appetite - slow roasted meat including wagyu beef, iced cold mud crab, smoked salmon and a wildly indulgent chocolate fountain. Enjoy the spread with free flow of champagne for $88++ or $68++ for buffet brunch with free flow soft drinks.
If Sunday is not your day for feasting, don’t miss our daily buffet lunch and dinner which is ideal for a mid-week "pick-me-up".
Happening every Monday to Saturday, tuck into a sumptuous spread from only $28++ for lunch and $36++ for dinner.
Sunday Buffet Brunch (available from 12pm to 4:30pm)
$88++ (includes free flow of champagne, wine and beer)
$68++ (includes free flow of soft drinks)
Daily Buffet (available from Mon-Sat)
$28++ (lunch)
$36++ (dinner)
For reservation or enquiries, please call Tel : 6831 6686 or email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Terms & Conditions
• All prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes including GST.
• Not valid in conjunction with existing credit card discounts and ongoing promotions.
Pan Pacific Orchard
10 Claymore Road
Singapore 229540
Asia Dive Expo 2009 & Boat Asia 2009
Till 26 April 2009
ASIA'S LEADING INTERNATIONAL DIVE EXHIBITION SINCE 1995
Asia Dive Expo is Asia's largest and longest running exhibition for the dive industry and related businesses. This year, ADEX had a strong focus on the conservation of our oceans with the theme “Save the sea, be a diver!” It launched the inaugural EcoVillage which featured presentations from international NGOs like the World Wide Fund for Nature and Reef Check Malaysia. ADEX will continue to highlight the importance of marine conservation through its various channels alongside its core purpose of bringing together the best in Asia’s diving industry.
Co-location of Asia Dive Expo and Boat Asia 2009
Asia Dive Expo 2009 (ADEX) will be held in conjunction with Boat Asia 2009. Both events will be held from 23 to 26 April, 2009 at the world-class Marina at Keppel Bay.
Emory Kristof – Hero of the Seas – Special appearance at ADEX 09!
Besides being the inspiration behind Oscar-nominated director James Cameron’s multi-award winning epic, Titanic, Emory Kristof has deservedly earned a solid reputation as an inspiring hero of the seas through his 40 over years of contributions to the diving world!
Having explored the darkest depths of the mysterious ocean, locating deep sea volcanoes, gigantic squids and covering numerous high-tech underwater exploratory expeditions for the National Geographic, Kristof has also pioneered the use of robotic cameras and remotely-operated vehicles (ROVs).
Still undeterred at the age of 65, a major portion of Kristof’s remaining work will revolve around enhancing the quality of the visual imaging he is doing remotely in the deep and using new 3-D technology to present it to the public.
Catch this rare opportunity of a lifetime at ADEX 09, where this incredible hero of the seas will make a special appearance! Be inspired!
The EcoVillage
Visit the EcoVillage, where all can learn of threatened marine species which habituate the Southeast Asia Seas. Also, be inspired by the noble marine conservation efforts of non-government organizations (NGOs), and discover what makes you a friendly Eco-diver! » Find out more
Say Cheesee to the Divers!
Experience the breathtaking underwater view as divers exhibit their exclusive shots of the rich and vibrant marine life on their excursion under the sea. An opportunity for divers to display and be rewarded for their splendid marine photography skills. » Find out more
I Love Scuba
Imagine yourself amidst the awesome marine life, as you gear up and take a dip underwater in our indoor dive pool. With our professional divers’ guidance, be sure to enjoy and love the sport all of you 1st time divers!
Lucky Draw
Watch out for the exciting prizes you can stand to win at the show! Try your luck with the lucky draws or your bid against others to not only get your desired item, but also contribute to the conservation efforts of the NGOs.
Seminars
In conjunction with the ADEX Photographer of the Year award, a seminar on underwater photography will be conducted in ADEX for all you divers out there! Whether you are a novice or professional at underwater photography, this seminar is for you. What’s more, catch seminars by WWF and Tourism Malaysia & Sabah Tourism Board as they share about Marketing the Coral Triangle & Saving the Planet and Diving Destination in Malaysia. Click here to view our ADEX Programme.
Boat Asia 2009
Till 26 April 2009
A tantalizing showcase of classic powerboats, sail boats and catamarans will be displayed by some of the top brands such as Azimut, Beneteau, Ferretti, Four Winns, Marquis and many others. Be sure to also check out the stunning line up of product launches in Asia! ??For the first time on “high seas”, catch exclusive fashion show featuring the latest swimwear collection by La Perla on 23 April! Visitors can also look forward to “live” band performances featuring Therapist Trio, Cats in the Cradle and The Blue Monks over the 4 days as well as performances by award-winning belly dancer Inessa Samoylenko! Another new addition to the Boat Asia experience is the alfresco café area and the Grey Goose on-water bar where visitors can relax while indulging in the enticing displays at the exhibition.
Single Day Pass
Adult $10
Child (4 – 12 year old) $5
Child (3 year old & below) FOC
Family Package
2 adults and 2 children below 12 years $20
Season Pass
Valid for 4 days - Sold on Thurs to Sat $20
Singapore 098382
Jeremy Monteiro & Friends Swinging in the Heartlands
25 April 2009, Free
Singapore’s King of Swing, Jeremy Monteiro, presents a night of jazz with Tama God (drums), Brian Benson (bass), Andrew Lim (guitar) and Shawn Letts (tenor sax). The friends will perform swinging Jazz standards, pulsating Latin tunes and refreshing arrangements of Singapore songs.
Siglap South Community Club
6 Palm Road
Singapore 456441
Christian Lacroix the costumier @ The National Museum
Till 7 Jun 2009, 10am to 6pm
The virtuoso haute couture designer Christian Lacroix, who is known for defining the look of the 1980s with its bright colours and extravagant embellishments, presents his splendid costume design work of 20 years for the ballet, theatre and opera in this exclusive exhibition.Lacroix's inspiration for productions such as Carmen, Gaité Parisienne, Othello, Cosi Fan Tutte and Phèdre are eclectic, drawing from a wide variety of sources, and are at once historical and yet modern.
In Asia for the very first time, close to 80 spectacular costumes and 60 sketches from the collection of the Centre National du Costume de Scène (National Stage Costume Centre, Moulins, France) and from Lacroix’s personal collection, will take stage at the National Museum of Singapore from March to June 2009.
FREE GUIDED TOURS
Wed 1 Apr – Sun 7 Jun 09 Meeting point: Entrance of Exhibition Gallery 1 (Basement), admission fee to exhibition applies.
Limited to 15 participants per session, on a first come, first served basis. Duration: 60min
Join one of our docents as he or she shares the love and life of Christian Lacroix which inspired his famous costume designs for opera, ballet and theatre that are presented in this exhibition.
English
Mondays to Fridays 1.30pm Saturdays & Sundays 2.30pm & 4.30pm
Mandarin
Saturdays 3.30pm
Japanese (Commence from 4 April)
Thursdays & Saturdays 12pm
Please note that tours are subject to the availability of volunteer guides. Exclusive tours for Corporations and groups can be arranged.
Please contact Hospitality Unit at +65 6332 4405 / +65 6332 4429 for details.
CURATOR'S TOUR
Deciphering Lacroix: The Fashion Designer and Costumier By Szan Tan, Curator (Exhibitions), National Museum of Singapore
Thu 9 Apr & Fri 22 May 09, 7pm
INTERACTIVE TOUR & WORKSHOP I can be a Fashion Designer
A creative workshop for parents and children aged 3 to 6 years old?
Inspired by Christian Lacroix the costumier exhibition & co-developed with Toybox Edu-tainment
Colourful World of Opera A children’s interactive tour of the Christian Lacroix the costumier exhibition
For ages 7 to 12 years old
TICKETING INFORMATION
$8 Adult S$4 Senior (above 60 years old) & NSF Free for all students with a student pass.
Free admission for children 6 years and under.
Free entry to all galleries for seniors, every Monday.
10% discount for groups of more than 20 people (prior booking required).
Counter Sales
Stamford Visitor Services Counter: 10am - 7.30pm daily
For enquiries, please call +65 6332 3659 / +65 6332 5642.
National Museum of Singapore
93 Stamford Road
Singapore 178897
I Love Fragrance @ Cafe Del Mar
25 April 2009
Come soak up the fun with loads of Foam in the pool, tan under the sun with a Free Massage, get your Manicure/Pedicure done or simply Groove to the beats with our in-house DJ Dalley.
Expect to see roving masseuses at the Beach Area offering FREE massages and get your manicure or pedicure done at our indoor air-conditioned area for just $8.
Also enjoy 20% off all premium bottles and 1-for-1 on Housepour Draft Beer from 2pm to 7pm, and 1-for-1 on Housepour Spirits/Jugs and bottle of Moet & Chandon Brut at only $98.
1st 150 guests to arrive between 2pm and 3pm also get an exclusive CDM goodie bag!
Cafe Del Mar
40 Siloso Beach Walk,
Sentosa Island,
Singapore 098996
Flea.Fly.Flo.Fun @ Home Club
25 April 2009, 3pm to 10pm
Explore this indie, eclec-tric flea market with your friends in search of unique self-designed and second-hand items while also serving as a platform for up-and-coming local DJs, bands and designers.
Home Club
20, Upper Circular Road, B1-01/06,
The Riverwalk
Singapore 058416
International Dance Week
Photo: Lim Weixiang
This weekend marks the start of International Dance Week in Singapore. This celebration of dance is organised by World Dance Alliance (Singapore) and supported by the National Arts Council under the Arts For All plan. Do see below for the details and information on the events and performances held during the week.
Arts For All: International Dance Week kick-off event at The Plaza, National Library
Following a successful inaugural International Dance Day event held at the National Library in May 2008, WDA (Singapore) in partnership with the National Arts Council will return to The Plaza, National Library to kick off International Dance Week on Saturday 18 April. Local organizations will come together to share their love for dance through various dance performances for the public.
Details:
Event Name: Arts For All - International Dance Week kick-off event
Date and time: 18 April, Saturday, from 12.00pm
Location: The Plaza, National Library, 100 Victoria Street
Price: Free
Arts For All – Community Sing-Along
Happening this Sunday evening, at Chong Pang Community Club is a Community Sing-Along session with guest artists Cui Xia and Hong Shaoxuan, where about 500 participants will sing evergreen Chinese melodies and Singaporean Songs.
The idea of organizing such events - which are free - is to bring joy of arts participation to the community at large where they will feel a deeper sense of ownership towards Singapore's arts and culture - and singing being a favorite pastime, among Singaporeans of all ages, the idea is to share the deeper meaning of the songs with the participants during the Singing Session.
Where: Chong Pang Community Club, 21 Yishun Ring Road
When: 26 April, 7.30pm-8.30pm
Admission: Free
Tel: 6758 8258
Chong Pang Community Centre Map
Event Name: Classical Indian Dance by Bhaskar's Arts Academy
Date and Time:Saturday, 25 April, from 7:00pm
Location: Specially erected stage between Stamford Arts Centre and Sri
Krishnan Temple, Waterloo Street
Price: Free
Event Name: Step Up! by Maya Dance Theatre (Dance Workshops)
Date and Time: Saturday, 25 April, 2:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Apsara Asia's Dance Studio, No. 2 Kampong Kapor Road
Price: $5 per workshop session, $15 for all 4 workshops (Hiphop/Funk, Modern
Dance, Balinese and Bollywood)
Fun Ahoy! @ Compass Point
Till 25 April 2009
Head to Compass Point and join them for lots of fun activities like creative crafts and adventure-packed stories! Simply spend a minimum of $10 in a same-day single receipt to register*. Only 10 kiddy places per session and everyone gets a free funpack.
Activities on 18 April and 25 April 2009
Recycle and re-create a box!
Transform any unused box into a robot on wheels!
1st Session: 2pm - 2.50pm
2nd Session: 3pm - 3.50pm
Age Group: 4 to 12 years old only
Venue: Kids Corner, Basement 1 (opposite Pet’s Station)
Registration: From 11 April onwards for 18 Apr session and from 18 Apr onwards for 25 Apr session at Customer Service Counter, Basement 1.
Compass Point
1 Sengkang Square
Singapore 545078
Compass Point Map
Jazz by the Beach @ Sentosa
25 April April 2009, 6pm - 10.30pm
Jazz by the Beach returns this April to kick off another series of exciting performances. Following last October's overwhelming response on double bill acts, we are bringing you another round of performances with TWO Jazz artistes each week!Sway alongside veteran musicians Louis Soliano & Robert Fernando while you enjoy your dinner at Cool Deck freshly prepared main courses. Or just grab your favourite drink, enjoy the sea breeze and groove to the beat with Walkin' on Water, Claressa Monteiro & Tribal Tide. Make a date with us each week this April!
By Car: Park vehicle at Beach Car Park. A parking fee of S$3.21 (GST inclusive) per entry per day will be deducted from the CashCard inserted in the in-vehicle unit (I.U.). Note that speed limit on Sentosa is 40km/h.
By Sentosa Express & Sentosa Bus: Alight at Beach Station. Take the Siloso Beach Tram and alight at last tram stop.
Cool Deck, Siloso Beach
Singapore 099002
Cool Deck, Siloso Beach Map
Experience Wonders of Nature Through the Lens of Renowned Indian Photographer, Mahesh Nair at National Geographic Store
Till 29 May 2009
Forty breathtaking scenes from around the world by renowned photographer, Mahesh Nair, titled “…let there be light”, are on display at the National Geographic Store until May 24 and are available for sale. The exhibition offers a glimpse into the beauty of nature in unusual parts of the world, including contemplative scenes from serene river views at Taman Negara, Malaysia, panoramic mountainscape at Ladakh, India to spectacular waterfall visuals at Ireland.
Known for his thought-provoking visuals and clever play of natural light and shadows, Nair captures the essence of life in unique ways, creating dramatic shots in his photographs. The National Geographic Store also retails coffee-table books on Nair's collection at SG$95
Vivocity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
HSBC TreeTop Walk
Tue to Fri, 9am to 5pm, Weekends and Public Holidays - 8.30am to 5pm
The HSBC TreeTop Walk (HSBC TTW) is the highlight of several long hiking routes in MacRitchie that brings you through different stages of mature secondary forest. The first of its kind in Singapore and in the region, this free-standing suspension bridge connects the two highest points (Bukit Peirce and Bukit Kalang) in MacRitchie and offers a bird's eye view of the community of plants and animals that live in the forest canopy. The total length of the walkway is about 250m and its height from the forest floor varies, with the highest point at 25m.
Besides providing another avenue for nature recreation for Singaporeans, the HSBC TTW also play an important role in forest canopy research, an area many researchers were not able to get into because of lack of access. This bridge will help to facilitate surveys and plant identification work and further our understanding of how forest ecosystems work.
The HSBC TTW was officially launched by the Minister of State for Finance and Transport, Mrs. Lim Hwee Hua, on 5th November 2004. The event also marked the start of another collaboration between NParks and HSBC that will reap benefits for the community. As part of efforts to enhance the HSBC TreeTop Walk as an outdoor classroom to promote an interest and appreciation of the natural sciences, HSBC and NParks established the HSBC-GCF (Garden City Fund) TreeTop Walk Fund to support a host of programmes and activities for conservation, education and outreach. This includes programmes for school children, workshops for teachers, training of nature guides as well as the production of educational materials.
The distance to the entrance of the TreeTop Walk is approximately 4.5 km (1.5 - 2 hour walk) from the MacRitchie Reservoir Park and 2.5 km (45 mins - 1 hr walk) from the carpark at Venus Drive. Therefore, a round trip including the TreeTop Walk is about 7 to 10 km (3-5 hours depending on your walking pace). Please note that the walkway only allows for one-direction traffic. The entrance to the bridge is from Ranger Station via Peirce track.
The HSBC TreeTop Walk is accessible from MacRitchie Reservoir Park via
1.MacRitchie Nature Trail (indicated as Route 3 on map)or from
2.Venus Drive, off Upper Thomson Road.
Tips
Hiking/Walking alone or in small groups of less than 30
- Plan your route
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- Bring along sufficient water and medication (if required)
- Read through the Trail Etiquette
- Abide by the Parks & Trees Act 2005
Hiking/Walking in big groups
- Apply for a permit at least a month in advance BTNR application and CCNR application
- Plan your route
- Inform all participants of the Trail Etiquette and Parks & Trees Act 2005
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- Bring along sufficient water and medication (if required)
Filming
- Apply for a permit at least 3 weeks’ in advance
- Only filming for educational purpose will be considered
Cycling
- Plan your route
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At Home Abroad Art Exhibition at 8Q SAM
Till 26 July 2009
Working with five artists - Choy Ka Fai, Ming Wong, Zulkiflie Mahmod, Jason Lim and Ang Soo Koon - this exhibition will feature artworks that were previously shown and produced for international audience, and serves as an opportunity to "bring" these works home. In doing so, it informs on the site-specificity in the nature of contemporary art practices, the sensitivities of these artists to their ethnic and national identities as well as the cultural richness of local audiences in the international venues that these works were staged.
8Q SAM
8 Queen Street
Singapore 188535
The Life of my Sisters Photo Exhibition
Till 30 April 2009, 12pm to 8pm from Mondays to Saturdays
A photoessay by Debby Ng & Edwin Koo
OVER 40% OF CHILDREN IN NEPAL ARE WORKING AND OF THESE 60% ARE GIRLS. EVERY YEAR, 10,000 GIRLS FROM NEPAL END UP TRAFFICKED IN THE SEX TRADE, WITH NEPAL RANKING 6TH IN THE WORLD FOR CHILD LABOUR AND HAVING THE MOST PER CAPITA HUMAN TRAFFICKING CASES WORLDWIDE. 20% OF SEX WORKERS IN NEPAL ARE UNDER 16.
THE PERCENTAGE OF LITERATE FEMALES IN NEPAL IS A MERE 28% COMPARED TO 64% IN MALES. A SOUND EDUCATION IS THE ONLY SUSTAINABLE AND EFFECTIVE MEANS TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY AND GIVE NEPAL A HOPE FOR THE FUTURE. 10 YEARS AGO, THE LITTLE SISTERS FOUNDATION, SET OUT TO CHANGE THESE STATISTICS, ONE GIRL AT A TIME, BY OFFERING SCHOLARSHIPS TO UNDERPRIVILEGED GIRLS IN CITIES AND VILLAGES IN NEPAL.
SINGAPOREAN PHOTOGRAPHERS DEBBY NG AND EDWIN KOO ENTERED THE HOMES OF NEPAL'S LITTLE SISTERS WHO WITH THE BENEFIT OF EDUCATION WILL RECEIVE THE ESSENTIAL SKILLS NECESSARY TO LEAD INDEPENDENT LIVES AND TO BE TRULY FREE. WITH THIS EXHIBITION, WE DOCUMENT THE LIVES OF THESE GIRLS.
Profile of the artist: DEBBY NG & EDWIN KOO
DEBBY NG
Debby Ng is a full-time environmental journalist. She began her work in film and moved on to television, but eventually realised that she gained the most satisfaction from communicating her concerns on the environment and its people through her photography and writing. Her work has been published in several regional and international magazines, including the award-winning Lebanese magazine, Environment & Development. She has also worked with numerous Asian and international non-government organisations such as the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), and the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA). In 2005 she assisted the Indonesian government in their assessment of fisheries, a project funded by The World Conservation Union (IUCN), the only conservation organisation with official observer status at the United Nations. This will be Debby's second exhibition of her photographs in Singapore.
EDWIN KOO
EDWIN KOO is a Singaporean photographer currently based in Nepal. He moved to the land-locked country in 2008 in pursuit of contemporary issues in the South Asian region. Before he packed his bags for Nepal, he was a staff photographer with the Straits Times from 2005- July 2008. He was also a photojournalist with Streats from 2003-2004. This will be Edwin's debut exhibition.
Profile of curator:
TAN HAUR
Tan Haur was the Creative Project Consultant from 1987 to 2000, and his job scope included undertaking consultancy work for digital art and graphics-related jobs worldwide. His years as the Creative Project Consultant saw him supervising assignments covering photography, digital imaging, loyalty programs, graphic design, advertising & promotions, exhibition & interior design, product design, visual identity programs and corporate branding programs. He has successfully merged his passion and talent together with his career in the art, digital imaging & creative industries and has proved not just to be a talented artist, but also a valuable member of the digital art community.
A project by:
asia! magazine (www.theasiamag.com)
Sponsored by:
Nikon, Epson, The Cathay Gallery
In collaboration with:
The Little Sisters Fund
The Cathay Gallery
2 Handy Road,
#02-16 The Cathay
Singapore 229233
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This is Not a Print! exhibition @ SAM
Till 26 July 2009
This is Not a Print! features a selection of over 70 multiples and prints from the Singapore Art Museum's 1500-piece Tyler Art Collection; presented to the museum from master printer Kenneth Tyler's collection.
From Pop multiples prints by Jasper Johns and David Hockney, to the sculpture and conceptual works by John Newman, Claes Oldenberg and Roy Lichstenstein, This is Not a Print! traces the evolution of print making in Europe and America based on the concept of the artist's multiple with particular highlights on Tyler's influence in broadening the definitions of prints and multiples through his experimentation with new materials and technologies.
Monday to Sunday: 10am - 7pm
Friday: 10am - 9pm (Free admission on Friday night, 6pm - 9pm)
Singapore Art Museum
71 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189555
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Shopping
Springfield, Cortefiel and Camper Sale @ Isetan
Enjoy up to 70% off men’s & ladies’ apparel and footwear at Isetan Scotts today.
Isetan Scotts, Promotion Gallery, Level 3
350 Orchard Road?Shaw House?
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- The price of 2nd item must be equivalent or lower than the 1st item
- Not applicable with other promotions, vouchers and discounts.
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Till 26 April 2009, 11am to 8pm
Safra Toa Payoh (Multi-pupose Sports Hall)
293 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh
Singapore 319387
