The book contains 16 innovative recipes by local celebrity chefs, including Violet Oon, Chan Kwok, Sam Leong, Angelo Sanelli and Chookiat Kantha who collaborated with FairPrice and Peter Knipp Holdings in this project for the needy. -- PHOTO: FULFORD PUBLIC RELATIONS
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LAUNCH OF GOOD LIFE RECIPE BOOK WITH A HEART
Buy any of more than 30,000 copies of the Good Life Recipe Book at any of the NTUC FairPrice supermarkets and hypermarkets in Singapore and help raise more than $100,000 for The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund which helps needy schoolchilden here.
Where: All NTUC FairPrice supermarkets and hypermarkets in Singapore When: While stocks last Admission: Pay $12.80 for the book or $3.90 with purchases of $25 and above Tel: 1800-5522-722 (9am - 5pm on weekdays) Info: The book contains 16 innovative recipes by local celebrity chefs, including Violet Oon, Chan Kwok, Sam Leong, Angelo Sanelli and Chookiat Kantha who collaborated with FairPrice and Peter Knipp Holdings in this project for the needy.
Art
WOMAN ON WOMAN: LACE
View the female perspective on life at this group exhibition of artworks by seven Singapore-based female artists who work in different media and hail from diverse backgrounds. They include Namiko Chan Takahashi, Grace Tan and Madhvi Subramaniam.
Where: FOST Gallery, 65 Kim Yam Road MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till Wed , noon - 7pm (Tue - Sat), by appointment on Sun, Mon & public holidays Admission: Free Tel: 6836-2661
OUR MESS
This exhibition features works by artists from diverse fields and interests who are united in a common artistic cause. They include artists in print-making and Chinese painting, a photographer, a ceramist, librarian and an arts manager.
Russian artist Tatiana Alieve focuses on oil paintings depicting the sea, boats and hot-air baloons while Ukrainian artist Kateryna Pervak's works depict the scenery of countries such as Thailand and Myanmar.
Where: Gallery Nawei Pte Ltd, Marina Mandarin Hotel, Level 4 & 5, 6 Raffles Boulevard MRT: City Hall When: Till Dec 28, 10.30am - 7pm (Mon - Sat), by appointment on Sun Admission: Free Tel: 9668-4313
NATARAJ SHARMA: AIRSHOW
Indian artist Nataraj Sharma's imagination takes flight as he explores notions of space, power and the mechanics of travel in relation to mobility in Airshow, his solo exhibition.
Where: Bodhi Singapore, Robertson Walk 01 -20, 11 Unity Street MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till Jan 30 next year, 11am - 7pm (Mon - sat), closed on Sun Admission: Free Tel: 6235-1497 Info: www.bodhiart.in
Charity
THE BOYS' BRIGADE SHARITY GIFT BOX 2008
Share something with the less fortunate - donate daily necessities or fulfil the wish of a child, an elderly person or a family.
Where: Send donations to the Main Gift Box outside Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City, Orchard Road MRT: Orchard/Somerset & donation boxes outside several NTUC Fairprice outlets When: Till Fri , usual opening mall/supermarket opening hours Admission: Free Info: Visit www.bbsgb.org.sg
PARAGON CHARITY GIFT HOUSE
Make a $15 donation to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund and pick up a token gift in exchange at the Charity Gift House at Paragon Shopping Centre.
Where: Paragon shopping centre, Orchard Road
MRT: Somerset When: Till Dec 26, 10am - 10pm
Tel: 6738-5535 Info: www.paragon.com.sg
ADOPT A PRECIOUS SCHOOL POCKET MONEY FUND BEAR
Support the Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund - adopt a Precious School Pocket Money Fund bear for only $2.
Where: Suntec City Mall, Tropics, Level 3, 3 Temasek Boulevard MRT City Hall When: Till Dec 28, 10am - 10pm Admission: Free Tel: 6825-2668 Info: www.sunteccity.com.sg
BEAR A BEAR, BLESS A LIFE
Adopt a limited-edition charity bear or bunny from Spinelli for $39.90. All proceeds will go to Mustard Seeds, a non-profit organisation for needy children and the elderly in the Asia-Pacific region. You will also receive a free $5 Spinelli Coffee beverage voucher.
Where: All 27 Spinelli outlets islandwide, When: Till Dec 28, usual store opening hours, Tel: 6339-7538 Info: The charity bear or rabbit comes with a costume and for an extra $8, your Furry friend will get a passport and a gift box. www.spinellicoffee.com
Christmas
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Check out affordable artworks as Christmas gifts for children and adults from Redot Gallery at this Christmas Bazaar which comes with coffee and a festive treat.
This Christmas, Singapore's King of Swing Jeremy Monteiro jams with legendary harmonica player Toots Thielemans and Polish-American singer Grazyna Aguscik.
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall MRT: City Hall When: Sat , 7.30pm Admission: $43 - $83 Tel: 6348-5555
'BETHLEHEM' - AN EVENING OF SACRED MUSIC FOR ADVENT & CHRISTMAS
Celebrate Christmas at this evening of sacred music for Advent and Christmas by the Cathedral Choir of the Risen Christ at the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd. Under the baton of Peter Low.
Where: Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Queen Street MRT: City Hall When: Sun , 8pm Admission: all are welcome but no admission to children under eight. To reserve a seat, donate to the Cathedral Restoration Fund. E-mail propontifice@yahoo.com
ANOTHER CRAZY CHRISTMAS
The Dim Sum Dollies - Selena Tan, Pam Oei and Emma Yong - join Hossan Leong, husband-and-wife thespians Lim Kay Siu and Neo Swee Lin, and Broadway Beng Sebastian Tan to spice up your Christmas festivities at this Crazy Christmas show.
Where: Suntec Theatre, Suntec Singapore, Level 2 MRT: City Hall When: Till Dec 22, 8pm including 3pm matinees on Sat & Sun Admission: $41 -$71 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: Take note that Hossan Leong will not perform at the 8pm show on Dec 22, www.dreamacademy.com.sg
AN EN-DEERING GREEN CHRISTMAS
Save the planet and celebrate a green Christmas at the Night Safari. Receive a blessing from Santa when you donate books and toys to Santarina at the Night Safari's Green Hut for children from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. And catch musical performances by percussion players using recycled materials.
Where: Night Safari, 80 Mandai Lake Road MRT: Choa Chu Kang/Yishun When: Till Dec 27, 7pm - midnight Admission: $22 (adults) & $11 (children aged three to 12)
Tel: 6269-3411
'CHRISTMAS ON ICE' FAMILY PACKAGE
Treat your family to a night's stay in the Kallang Deluxe Room at The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore which includes a unique ice-skating experience at the Kallang Ice World. The family package comes with buffet breakfast for two adults and two children below 12 at The Greenhouse, complimentary tickets for two children below 12 and a 20 per cent discount for adults on the Kallang Ice World entry fee.
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue MRT: City Hall When: Till Dec 29 Admission: $350 a night Tel: 6434-5118 Info: E-mail rc.sinrz.reservations@ritzcarlton.com
MY MEMORABLE CHRISTMAS
An exhibition of Christmas cards and stamps where you can also view winning entries of the recent 'Design Christmas Card Competition' organised by the Singapore Philatelic Museum for primary schoolchildren aged seven to 12.
Where: Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman Street MRT: City Hall/Clarke Quay When: Till Jan 4, 1 - 7pm (Mon),9am - 7pm (Tue - Sun) Admission: $5 (adult), $4 (child aged three - 12) and senior citizens aged 60 and above, free for senior citizens every Mon Tel: 6337-3888 Info: www.spm.org.sg
THE LITTLE RED DRESS FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
A contest for budding fashion photographers, who stand to win mentorships with renowned photographers Geoff Ang, Ivanho Harlim and Lance Lee. The 'Little Red Dress' is an international symbol for women's fight against heart diseases and stroke.
Info: Submit entries by Dec 28. To download a competition brief and for details, visit www.http://myheart.org.sg. This inaugural competition is organised by the Singapore Heart Foundation to kick off its annual Go Red for Women campaign
Dance
THE NUTCRACKER
A mega-production by the Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT) about a girl and her adventures after she receives a nutcracker doll (right). In celebration of SDT's 20th anniversary, with Singapore Press Holdings as the silver anniversary sponsor.
Where: Esplanade Theatre MRT: City Hall When: Wed - Sat , 8pm Admission: $51 - $141 Tel: 6348-5555
Film
C.R.A.Z.Y. (M18)
This film, which comes with great soundtracks by David Bowie, Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones, is about a man who is born different from his brothers. Part of Run and Re-Run!, a film programme highlighting selected films and re-runs on a thematic basis each month.
Where: The Arts House, Screening Room, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Thu , Dec 26 & 30), 7.45pm, Sat : 8.30pm, Sun , 6.30pm & Dec 28, 4.30pm Admission: $8.50 Tel: 6339-6919
JUNO (NC16)
This film is about a teenaged girl who has to deal with pregnancy and relationships. Part of Run and Re-run!
Where: The Arts House, Screening Room, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Wed , 7.45pm, Sat & Dec 27, 4.30pm & Sun , 4.30pm Admission: $8.50 Tel: 6339-6919
SHINE A LIGHT (M18)
See The Rolling Stones, 'the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band' as you have never seen them before in this concert documentary by Academy Award-winning film-maker Martin Scorsese. Part of Run and Re-run!
Where: The Arts House, Screening Room, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Fri , 7.45pm, Sat , 4.30pm, Dec 27, 6.30pm. Dec 28, 7pm Admission: $8.50pm Tel: 6339-6919
THE DAYS (PG)
Directed by Boi Kwong, this film based on a true story is about a man who introduces his younger brother into a gang.
Where: Old School, B1 -12, 11B Mount Sophia MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Wed , 2.45 & 9pm, Fri , 6.15pm, Dec 20, 4.45pm Admission: $8 Tel: 6336-9707 Info: www.sinema.sg/oldschool
Gig
FAHRENHEIT'S FANTASY WORLD TOUR
Catch red-hot Taiwanese group Fahrenheit at this one-night gig. The four members of the group, which has been successful in television, drama and movies, will be here on their first concert tour.
A camp for children aged nine and above to learn the ropes from professional wakeboarding coaches.
Where: Maxout Hydrosports, a premier seasports centre at Raffles Marina, 10 Tuas West Drive MRT: Boon Lay
When: Mon , Dec 24 & 26 or Dec 29, 31 & Jan 2 (beginners' camp), Jan 5, 7 & 9 next year (intermediate camp) Admission: $410 per camper, including all wakeboarding gear, snacks and drinks Tel: 6869-2291
ESCAPE TO AFRICA AT JURONG BIRDPARK
Have an African adventure right here in Singapore. Groove to the rhythm of African contemporary drum performances by Rhythm Masala and West African djembe ensemble Lila Drums, and dance with the Authentic Tribal Dancers from Nigeria.
Where: Jurong BirdPark, 2 Jurong Hill MRT: Chinese Garden When: Till Dec 31, 8.30am - 6pm daily (Sat & Sun, Christmas Day & New Year's Eve, 10.30am & 2.30pm, Authentic Tribal Dancers from Nigeria at Pool Amphitheatre; every Sat only, 10.45am and 2.45pm, Lila Drums at African Waterfall Aviary every Sun, 11.30am, Rhythm Masala at Main Station and Entrance Plaza) Admission: $18 (adults), $9 (children & senior citizens aged 60 and above) Tel: 6265-0022
Shopping
ST701 & GARDENASIA - CAR BOOT SALE
Browse car boots filled with an eclectic mix of goodies. Family-friendly activities and contests also await you.
Where: Gardenasia, 240 Neo Tiew Crescent MRT: Kranji When: Sat & Sun , 10am - 7.30pm Admission: Free
Tel: 6319-8929 Info: Individuals and companies can also sell their second-hand or new items there. Visit www.st701.com/gakidsbootisale
Show
WEARABLE ART EXHIBITION
View more than 40 wearable art pieces including interactive paintings featuring wildlife-inspired designs. They were fashioned from various materials such as traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, spices, feathers, industrial scraps and more.
Where: Night Safari, Entrance Plaza, 80 Mandai Lake Road MRT: Choa Chu Kang/Yishun When: Till Jan 4: 7pm - midnight Admission: Free Tel: 6269-3411 Info: The designs were created by the designer consultant for the CDC Public Contingent for Chingay 2009. Visit http://www.nightsafari.com.sg
Theatre
SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARFS
This beloved fairy tale is given a twist and accompanied by side-splitting gags and snazzy songs. Directed by Hossan Leong, this Wild Rice production features Sebastian Tan as The Queen and Elena Wang as Snow White.
Where: Drama Centre Theatre, National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street MRT: City Hall/Bugis When: Till Sat , 7.30pm (Tue - Fri), 2.30 & 7.30pm (Sat & Sun) Admission: $41 - $62 Tel: 6348-5555
DO NOT DISTURB - LATE CHECKOUT, PLEASE (TEACHER'S DAY & BRUNCH) (M18)
Singapore actress Tan Kheng Hua makes her directorial debut with two doublebills. This doublebill Teacher's Day & Brunch explores themes about illicit love, claustrophobia and revenge.
Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio MRT: City Hall When: Sat & Sun , 3 & 8pm Admission: $38 Tel: 6348-5555
Tour
GHOST TOUR
Take part in this special spine-chilling adventure tour through some of Singapore's most infamous cemeteries and you might win four Singapore Flyer tickets worth $118. Organised by Asian Geographic magazine for its readers and co-organised by Mystique Events Pte Ltd.
Where: Bukit Brown Cemetery, off Lornie Road MRT: Novena When: Fri , 7pm - 2am Sat Admission: Free for new subscribers to the Asian Geographic magazine and those who renew their subscriptions. Subscription is $45 for a year (eight issues) & $80 for two years (16 issues), non-members pay $50 for the tour while Xplorer members (current subscribers) pay $25 Tel: 6298-3241 Info: Each participant will receive an Asian Geographic goodie bag worth $38. To subscribe online visit www.asiangeo.com
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