Pussycat Dolls will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium as part of its Doll Domination World Tour 2009. --PHOTO: LAMCPR
TODAY'S top pick
PUSSYCAT DOLLS - DOLL DOMINATION WORLD TOUR 2009 These feline femmes, billed as the world's biggest girl group, will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium as part of its Doll Domination World Tour 2009.
KARACTER ANAK (THE CHARACTER OF CHILDREN) View the charmingly, colourful and exuberant paintings of Indonesian artist Evi Muheriyawan which depict the innocent character of his two children who are engaged in their daily activities.
Where: Utterly Art Exhibition Space, 229A South bridge Road MRT: Chinatown When: Thu - June 14, noon - 8pm (Mon - Sat), noon - 5.30pm (Sun) Tel: 6226-2605 Info: utterlyart@pacific.net.sg
Charity
CHARITY DINNER CONCERT: I FIATI ITALIANI SOLISTI TE ATINI Catch this charity dinner concert by I Fiati Italiani Solisti Te Atini, a classical music ensemble from Italy, and the proceeds will go to rebuilding the Abruzzo region of Italy, which was struck by a devastating earthquake recently. By the Italian Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) and the Institute Italiano di Cultura.
Where: The Arts House, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Thu, 6pm (registration & pre-concert cocktail), 7 - 8pm (concert), 8.30pm (exclusive dinner prepared by Chef Franco Spadaccini with delicacies from Abruzzo at The Fullerton Hotel, Straits Room, Level 4
GORGEOUS GREEN GALA Dr Jane Goodall, an internationally acclaimed scientist, new York Times bestselling author and United Nations Messenger of Peace is the keynote speaker and guest-of-honour at this inaugural Gorgeous Green Gala fund-raising dinner and auction to help raise funds for the Singapore branch of the Jane Goodall Institute.
Where: American Club, Colonial Ballroom, off Scotts Road MRT: Orchard When: Sat Admission: $250 each Info: www.janegoodall.org.sg or e-mail galal@janegoodall.org.sg
Children's Season
YOUNG CINEMA Recommended for children aged seven to 12, the Young Cinema films explore the theme of environmental conservation.
Where: National Museum of Singapore, The Salon, Level 1, Stamford Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Till Sun, 11am, 1 & 3pm Admission: Free Info: www.museums.com.sg/imd09
DINOSAURS IN THE GARDEN Journey through the pre-historic Australian landscape and discover an amazing selection of ancient plants, dinosaurs and creatures that inhabited the landscape millions of years ago. Part of the National Family Celebrations '09
Where: National Museum of Singapore, Gallery Theatre, Basement Stamford Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Thu - Sun, 11am, 2 & 5pm Admission: $21 (child or adult) Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.sistic.com.sg
Contest
'CALENDAR BABIES 2010' COMPETITION AUDITIONS If you have an adorable and photogenic baby aged six months to two years, register him or her for this contest which offers more than $10,000 worth of cash and prizes. The winner will grace the cover of the inaugural Singapore Calendar Babies next year.
Where: Junction 8 Shopping Centre, Atrium, MRT: Bishan When: June 13 & 14, 2pm (auditions) Admission: Free Tel: 6354-2955 Info: get the registration forms from the Junction 8 Customer Service Counter at Level 1. Submit entries by Friday
Dance
MOMENTS Told through dance, music, voice, text, poetry and theatre, this production is about how people adapt to the changing world and life's special and significant moments. Presented by Maya Dance Theatre, it's part of the Ace Festival 2009 and is recommended for those aged 11 and above.
Where: Drama Centre Black Box, National Library Building, Victoria Street MRT: City Hall/Bugis When: Till Fri, 3.30 & 7.30pm, Sat, 7.30pm Admission: $21 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: There is a post-show dialogue session with the performers.
Encore!
FAIRYTALEHEART A tale about two lonely teenagers which encourages youths to think beyond the five Cs. Meant for those aged 11 to 19, this I Theatre production is part of the Ace Festival 2009.
Where: Alliance Francaise Theatre, 1 Sarkies Road MRT: Newton When: Till Thu, various times Admission: $21 (adults/children) Tel: 6348-5555
THE GINGERBREAD MAN This classic tale is staged with catchy songs, crazy characters and loads of fun. Recommended for children aged three and above, it's written and directed by Brian Seward. This I Theatre production is part of the Ace Festival 2009.
Where: Alliance Francaise Theatre, 1 Sarkies Road MRT: Newton When: Till Sun , varous times Admission: $21 Tel: 6348-5555
HOW THE GIRAFFE GOT ITS NECK How did the giraffe get its long neck, the leopard its spots and the elephant its trunk? Join two intrepid explorers on their journey at this storytelling-cum-science show. Recommended for those aged six and above, it's staged by Tall Stories, a children's performance group from Britain. Presented by I Theatre as part of the Ace Festival 2009.
Where: Drama Centre Black Box, Victoria Street MRT: Bugis/City Hall When: Till June 7, various times for children aged six and above and those aged four and above. Admission: $21 Tel: 6348-5555
Film
ITALIAN FILM FEST '09 (ENCORE!) This year's line-up includes The Girl By The Lake, Days And Clouds and Good Morning Heartache.
Where: The Picturehouse at The Cathay Cineplex, 2 Handy Road & The Arts House, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Till June 15, various times Admission: $10 Info: Free admission for fringe events). www.theartshouse.com.sg/tickets
ALLEGRO NON TROPPO This animation with comedy and fantasy with music about an enthusiastic film-maker who decides to create an off beat animation set to classical music by using an orchestra comprised mostly of old ladies and an animator he has kept locked in a dungeon.
Where: Library@esplanade, Open Stage MRT: City Hall When: Sat 4.30 - 6pm Admission: Free Tel: 6332-3255
Holidays
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Children aged seven to 10 can spend a night at the Singapore Philatelic Museum where they can look for clues in a treasure hunt, go on a night walk to Fort Canning Park, learn to make a picture frame and watch an exciting movie before sleeping in the museum's galleries.
Where: Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman Street MRT: City Hall When: Thu, 6pm - Fri, 9am & June 18, 6pm - June 19, 9am Admission: $70 Tel: 6513-7348
Info: Participants can take home a personalised MyStamp, Dinner, supper and breakfast will be provided. E-mail Jonna_Chan@nhb.gov.sg
BIRD QUEST CAMP If your children are curious about birds, sign them up for this Bird Quest Camp, a two-day camp expedition which will enable them to come up-close with their feathered friends and visit the Bird Park's limited access compounds, such as the Avian Hospital where sick birds are nursed back to health.
Where: Jurong Bird Park, 2 Jurong Hill MRT: Jurong East/Boon Lay When: 9am Thu - 5pm Fri Admission: $120 a child aged seven to 12 Tel: 6661-7809 Info: The price includes admission, panorail ride, all meals and conducted tours. E-mail education@birdpark.com.sg
GET-KIDS-AFLOAT PROGRAMME
Children aged from seven to 17 can learn how to sail in four days at this four-day holiday sailing course programme by the SAF Yacht Club. Besides having fun, they can make new friends while the sport instills confidence, hones decision making skills and develops the child's agility.
Where: SAF Yacht Club Sembawang Clubhouse, 43 Admiralty Road West MRT: Sembawang When: Tue - June 12, June 16 - 19 & June 23 - 26, 9.30am - 5.30pm Admission: $74.90 (SAF Yacht Club members), $192.60 (non-members who are Singapore citizens & permanent residents), $321 (foreigners) (the programmes includes ailing equipment such as life vest and craft, lunch and a souvenir T-shirt) Tel: 6389-3773 Info: http://www/safyc.org.sg
FUN ADVENTURE WITH FRUITS & VEGETABLES (GUIDED TOUR) Learn where healthy, yummy fruits and vegetables come from and explore the many different types of fruits and veegetables growing at the Jacob Ballas Children's Garden. Suitable for children from Kindergarten 1 to Primary 6 levels.
Where: Jacob Ballas Children's Garden, Singapore Botanic Gardens, enter via the Bukit Timah Road entrance MRT: Newton When: Thu & June 23, 10 - 11am Admission: $6 a child & $6 for accompanying parent Tel: 6471-9961 Info: E-mail nparks_sbg_edu@nparks.gov.sg or register online at www/sbh.org.sg (under Education)
WAGGISH RADISH PUPPET THEATRE: KING ETHELBERT AND THE HAPPY SCAMP & UNDER THE CARPET Two puppet shows staged by the Waggish Radish Puppet Theatre from Bulgaria. Meet the puppeteers after the show and have a hands-on experience with puppets from tomorrow till June 14, except Tuesdays. Children aged four to 11 can learn to make puppets at different sessions. Registration required for puppet-making workshops.
Where: Forum The Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road When: Till Sun, 1 & 5pm, daily except Tuesday (King Ethelbert And The Happy Scamp), June 8 - 24, 1 & 5pm daily except Tuesday (Under The Carpet) Admission: Free Tel: 6732-2469/79
Info: You can meet the puppeteers after the show and have a hands-on experience with loveable puppets till June 14, except Tuesday. Children aged four to seven can learn how to make a Bulgarian Hand Puppet on Sat & June 13 at 3pm, children aged eight to 11 can learn to make Black-Light Puppets on Sun & June 14 at 3pm. Registration is required. Get details at the mall's Information Counter at Level 2. Visit www.forumtheshoppingmall.com.sg
THE LITTLE BIG CLUB LIVE IN CONCERT Children can catch all their favourite friends - Barney, Baby Bop, BJ and Riff, Bob the Builder, Wendy and Spud, Fireman Sam and Norman, Angelina Ballerina and Alice, Fifi and Bumble and Pingu all in one show. They can sing and dance along to their favourite songs, such as 'If Your're Happy and You Know It' and 'I'm A Little Teapot' and 'Mambo Number Five'.
GREEN GENERATION CONCERT 'Youth ambassadors' from secondary schools and other local talents will help to spread the message of conservation through their performances. Also catch a Stomp performance using recycled materials. Friday is World Environment Day. Organised by the Jane Goodall Institute (Singapore).
Info: You can meet internationally acclaimed researcher, New York Times bestselling author and United Nations Messenger of Peace, Ms Jane Goodall, and Ms Earth (Singapore) there. Go to www.sbg.org.sg and www.janegoodall.org.sg or www.greengeneration09.com
'VISION FOR HOPE' YOUTH SYMPOSIUM Find out how youths can bring about a healthier environment, a more equitable society and a place where people and nature can coexist at this symposium at the Singapore American School. Organised by the Jane Goodall Institute (Singapore).
Where: Singapore American School, Woodlands MRT: Woodlands When: Sat 8am - 5pm Admision: $20 each Info: www.janegoodall.org.sg or info@janegoodall.org.sg
FREE PARENT AND CHILD WORKSHOP Parents and children can find out how the Act 3 Drama Academy conducts its drama classes at this engaging one-hour drama workshop and discover how it cultivates the child's critical thinking skills, builds up their self-confidence and enhances their ability to express themselves.
Where: Act 3 Drama Academy, One-Two-Six Cairnhill Arts Centre, 126 Cairnhill Road MRT: Newton When: Sat, any time between 9am - 1pm Admission: Free Tel: 6735-9986 (call to register)
SINGAPORE PRESS HOLDING'S CARNIVAL Of FUN & GREAT DEALS Visitors to this SPH Carnival can expect an exciting line-up of local and international food fare, toys, fashion apparel, health and beauty products as well as a Great Singapore Sale bazaar and more. Catch magis shows, chatek and hula hopp challenges and sumo wrestling during the weekend.
Where: Suntec Singapore Hall 401 MRT: City Hall When: Till Sun , 11am - 9pm daily Admission: Free Tel: 6388-3838
Info: When you sign up for a one-year subscription to The Straits Times and The New Paper on Sunday, you stand to win a grand lucky draw prize of a six-day trip to the Gold Coast for two worth more than $4,000
SINGAPORE BOOK FAIR 2009 If you're looking for story books, text books, enrichment course, games and more for your family this school holidays, check out the 24th Annual Singapore Book Fair at Suntec Singapore. Organised by the SPH Chinese Newspapers Division and Marshall Cavendish Business Information Pte Ltd.
Where: Suntec Singapore, Exhibition Hall 402 - 404 MRT: City Hall When: Till Sun , 11 am - 10pm Admission: Free Tel: 6825-4726
THE OUTBACK ADVENTURE: THE WILD AUSSIES SHOW/ THE GREAT OUTBACK CONTEST) Catch the first-ever performance of the 'Wild Aussies Show' at the Singapore Zoo and learn more about the endangered animals of Australia, such as the yellow-footed rock wallaby and the red-tailed black cockatoo. Take part in 'The Great Outback Contest' and you might win a four-day trip for a family of four to Darwin, Australia.
Where: Singapore Zoo, 80 mandai Lake Road MRT: Yishun/Choa Chu kang When: Till June 28, 11.30am & 2.30pm (Wild Aussies Show), 8.30am - 6pm (The Great Outback Contest) Admission: $18 (adult) & $9 (child) Tel: 6269-3411
Info: To take part in The Great Outback Contest collect an outback pass at the entrance or the Australian Outback booth and look for the answers at the exhibit.
JUNE HOLIDAY CHILDREN ART WORKSHOP Give them a headstart in art. Children aged from three and a half to 12 can engage in colourful activities at this children art workshop to enhance their creativity and artistic confidence.
Where: My Art Pencil, Palmer House 04-08, 79 Palmer Road MRT: Tanjong Pagar When: Till June 28, 11am & 2pm every Mon & Wed, Admission: $20 - $27 Tel: 9692-9495 Info: www.myartpencil.com
National Family Celebrations
THE KIDZ ACADEMY Parents should check out this exhibition which caters to the development and learning needs of children aged up to 12 with emphasis on education, sports and social achievements through fun and creative learning methods. Showcased are a wide array of products and services to help parents make informed choices on what is best for their children. Held by Sphere Exhibits, a subsidiary of Singapore Press Holdings.
Where: Suntec Singapore, Hall 602 MRT: City Hall When: Fri - Sun, 11am - 9pm Admission: Free Tel: 6319-4020 Info: www.thekizacademy.com.sg
SENTOSA SUMMERFEST Pop over to Sentosa's Palawan Beach to enjoy a host of activities including entertainment aimed at getting you and your family to come out and play together. Held in conjunction with the National family Celebrations by the National Family Council (NFC). During the first week you can take part in foam bubble parties, play water shoot-outs at the Super Soaker water gun zone and try your hand at the Dunk-A-Parent dunking machine.
Where: Sentosa, Palawan Beach MRT: HarbourFront When: Till June 28, 10am - 6.30pm Admission: Free (just pay island entry fee of $3 by Sentosa express/Sentosa Bus), pay for some demonstrations and workshops
Info: You can buy a Summer Pass at $35 (adult) & $30 (child), including island entry, Sentosa Luge & Skyride, a ride on the Tiger Sky Tower and entry into the latest attraction, Desperados, plus free activities or workshops and more. Visit www.sentosa.com.sg
Readings
AUTHOR GRANT S. CLARK BOOK READING AND SIGNING SESSION Meet author Grant S. Clark, author of the book, Monkey Magic, at this book reading and signing session.
RIBENA AND LEMON - THE PERFECT MATCH Meet The Perfect Match couple, Berry and Lemon, as they celebrate their live with exciting roadshows at Bugis Junction and Marine Cove at the East Coast Park. You can play exciting games to win prizes and snap Polaroid pictures with them to capture the sweet memories. Upload the pictures on these moments onto Stomp or e-mail to ribena@stomp.com.sg to win weekly prizes of as much as $1,000.
www.stomp.com.sg/ribena. Upload photos of your perfect moments with Ribena and Lemon onto this website. E-mail ribena@stomp.com.sg for a chance to win a weekly prize of $1,000 cash.
Show
ANIMALS MATTER TO ME Learn about animal welfare issues close to home and discover how you can make a difference in the lives of animals by viewing photographs taken by the Animals Research and Education Society (ACRES) on the illegal wildlife trade that is rampant here.
Where: Jurong Regional Library, 21 Jurong East Central 1 MRT: Jurong East When: Till June 12, 10am - 9pm, Choa Chu Kang Public Library, 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, Lot 1 Shoppers' Mall 04-1/02 MRT: Choa Chu Kang When: June 15 - 26, 11am - 9pm daily Tel: 6332-3255
Info: Join ACRES in supporting a global campaign calling on governments to put an end to cruelty against animals globally. Visit www.animalsmatter.org
HOMAGE TO NATURE II Experience nature through the lenses of members of NaturePixels, a photography group, and be mesmerised by the multitude of wildlife here and in the region.
Where: Jurong Regional Library, 21 Jurong East Central 1 MRT: Jurong East When: Till June 26, 10am - 9pm Tel: 6332-3255
Singapore Arts Fest
BABY CHARLI Meet Baby Charli who weighs 20 times more than an average baby and is always in a good mood. His pushchair is a Zorro's horse, a Cinderella's pumpkin. By Association de Malfaiteurs (France). Part of Arts on The Move.
Where: different venues: When: Till Sun, different times Admission: Free Info: www.singaporeartsfest.com
THE PRETENTIOUS YOUNG LADIES (LES PRECIEUSES RIDICULES) This play by Theatre du Kronope (France) is about two young women newly-arrived in Paris who regard a pair of young suitors with contempt and ridicule. Part of Esplanade's Flipside programme.
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio MRT: City Hall When: Fri - Sun, 8pm Admission: $38 Tel: 6348-555
INVISIBLE ROOM Brooding tones, delicate voices, sinister guitars and sublime melodies create a spellbinding sense of slow burning intensity and ambiguous space from which there is no exit at this concert by The Observatory, Singapore's foremost rock band, which teams up with film-maker Ho Tzu Nyen and theatre director Kok Heng Leun in this festival commission.
Where: Lasalle College of the Arts, Flexible Space, Block F Room 102 MRT: Bugis When: Fri & Sat, 8 & 10pm, Sun, 3, 5 & 8pm Admission: $33 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: Be warned that proximity to the screen may cause some mild momentary discomfort.
CULLBERG BALLET The world-renowned Cullberg Ballet from Sweden presents its Asian premiere of the double-bill As If and Aluminium, choreographed by Johan Inger and Mats Ek. Part of the Singapore Arts Festival.
Where: Esplanade Theatre MRT: City Hall When: Fri - Sat, 8pm Admission: $21 - $103 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.singaporeartsfest.com
THE CRAB FLOWER CLUB Based on poems from Dream Of The Red Chamber, director Goh Boon Teck's new work is about five daughters preparing a feast of crabs for their father on the eve of his 60th birthday. This Toy Factory production is a festival commission. In English with Chinese surtitles. Part of the Singapore Arts Festival
Where: Drama Centre Theatre, Victoria Street MRT: City Hall/Bugis When: Till Fri, 8pm Admission: $21 - $53 Tel: 6348-5555
Storytelling
STORYELLING SESSION BY SOULCENTRE ACADEMY Mentors from the Soulcentre Academy will present an inspirational and motivational storytelling session at Borders Wheelock.
STORYTELLING AND GAMES ACTIVITY BY BERLITZ KIDS ACADEMY/ERIC CARLE STORTELLING AND ACTIVITY BASED ON ERIC CARLE'S BOOKS Children will be entertained at this storytelling and games session by Berlitz Kids at Borders Wheelock on Sunday followed by a storytelling and activity sesion based on Eric Carle's books by penguins Books Singapore.
WILDERNESS SAFETY SYMPOSIUM This symposium is a platform for open discussions on pertinent issues surrounding the wilderness safety. Organised by Outward Bound Singapore, it is meant for outdoor practitioners, outdoor educators, experiential learning providers, teachers and adventure programmes risk managers who are aged 18 and above.
Where: Pulau Ubin, Outward Bound Singapore MRT: Tampines/Changi When: Fri, 9am - 5.30pm Sat , 9am - 1.30pm Admission: $75 each Tel: 6540-0190
Info: The topics covered include crisis management, medical training and safety, principles of water safety and expedition planning and management. E-mail Vanessa_Tsang@pa.gov.sg to register
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION (INDIAN WRITERS' FESTIVAL) Catch Loveleen Tandan, a celebrated Indian writer and co-director of the Oscar winning movie, Slumdog Millionaire, at a gala dinner-cum-roundtable discussion session at Tanglin Club tomorrow. She is among six Indian writers who will share their latest works at the first regional Indian Writers' Festival here. The other writers are Anita Jain, Shobhaa De, Poonam Surie, Venita Coelho and Sudeep Chakravarti.
Where: Tanglin Club, off Scotts Road MRT: Orchard When: Sat 7 -10pm Admission: $50 Tel: 6377-2838
Technology
PROJECT YOUR FUTURE@ VIVOCITY What lies ahead? Head for VivoCity to create your dream future using the Aviva Futurator, comprising touchscreen computer terminals, and see spectacular visuals of your future projected onto two of the largest wall projections here. Daily lucky draws will be held every night with $80,000 worth of prizes up for grabs. Organised by Aviva to get Singaporeans to start thinking about their future and take the first step in financial planning.
Where: VivoCity, main entrance MRT: HarbourFront When: Till Wed, 7pm - 21m daily Admission: Free Info: You can also create your futures online at www.yourfuturewithaviva.com.
Theatre
DON'T FORGET TO REMEMBER ME This thought-provoking play by The Necessary Stage portrays the trials and tribulations of people with dementia and their struggles to come to term with their illness. Written by Haresh Sharma, directed by Alvin Tan and commissioned by the Health Promotion Board, this touring production stars Karen Tan, Timothy Nga and Rodney Oliveiro. Presented in English and Mandarin to raise awareness and understanding of dementia here, it comes with a post-show dialogue session on dementia.
Where: various venues When: Till Sept, 7 - 8pm Admission: Free Tel: 9726-1281 Info: E-mail hpb_mhe@hbp.gov.sg to register. Visit www.healthymind.sg
Web
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Info: Visit www.diy.stomp.com.sg
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