WINDOWS

See Singapore through the 'windows' of Filipino artist Manuel Baldemor. A prolific and multi-faceted artist, he captures his impressions of Singapore and other places around the world in this solo exhibition. Part of Philippine Art Trek, a series of exhibitions held to commemorate the 109th anniversary of the independence of the Philippines this month. Supported by the Philippine Embassy.

ARTrium, 02-02 Mica Building, 140 Hill Street, Nearest MRT station: Clarke Quay, Today - June 14: 10am - 6pm daily, Free, Tel: 9879-6365 or visit www.philippine-embassy.org.sg

FILIPINO ART @ ART FORUM

Filipino art is a-blooming. At this exhibition, view works by top Filipino modernists H.R. Ocampo and Ang Kiukok, and other participating artists like Pacita Abad and Manuel Rodriguez.

Art Forum, 82 Cairnhill Road, Nearest MRT station: Somerset, Today - June 30: 10am - 6pm (Mon - Sat), closed on Sun, Free, Tel: 9879-6365 or visit www.philippine-embassy.org.sg

CONVERGENCE: FACES OF FILIPINO CONTEMPORARY ART

Converge at this Space to view the works of 14 artists, including Prudencio Miel Jr from The Straits Times. Part of Philippine Art Trek.

Royal Plaza On Scotts, Art Space, 25 Scotts Road, Nearest MRT station: Orchard, Till June 10: 10am - 9pm daily, Free, Tel: 9734-4839 or visit www.ArtSentralAsia.com

CONTEMPORARY PRINT EXHIBITION: PHILIPPINES

Trek down to see 30 fine prints by leading print-makers and prize winners from the Philippines. They use an array of techniques, such as wood cut, serigraph, collagraph and monoprint engraving. Part of Philippine Art Trek.

Momentous Art, 20 Lorong Telok, Level 2 (Boat Quay), Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place, Till June 10: 11am - 7pm (Mon - Fri), 11.30am - 6pm (Sat & Sun), closed on public holidays, Free, Tel: 6535-3961

HAPPY NATION

Be happy: Shop till you drop. Home-grown artist Justin Lee takes a cheeky look at Singapore's obsession with consumerism in his solo exhibition. It celebrates the nation's healthy appetite for adult playthings and diversions through his trademark paper-cut motifs and traditional Chinese personages.

Utterly Art Exhibition Space, Level 2, 229A South Bridge Road, Nearest MRT station: Chinatown, Today - June 10: 11.30am - 8pm (Mon - Sat), noon - 5.30pm (Sun), Free, Tel: 6336-2605 or e-mail utterlyart@pacific.net.sg

CORNERS OF OUR GARDEN PARADISE ART EXHIBITION

Beauty is a just a doorstep away. It can be found in the hidden corners of your neighbourhood, as showcased in more than 30 oil and acrylic works by six Singapore-based artists. The works reveal natural treasures that can be found in a highly urbanised society. The artists include Eva Logdberg, Lee Gilbert, Praema Gilbert and Maureen Hoon.

Bhaskar's Arts Gallery, 21 Kerbau Road, Little India, Nearest MRT station: Little India, Today - June 15: 11am - 6pm (Mon - Fri), 10am - 1pm (Sat), closed on Sun & public holidays, Free, Tel: 9047-2641

LOTUS PURE AS WATER - LOTUS FLOWER SERIES

It's pure flower power. Be mesmerised by 60 fine paintings of the lotus flower done in Chinese colour ink by famous senior Chinese artist Li Ming Yao, at this solo art exhibition.

Dynasties Antique & Art Gallery, 02-03/04 Liang Court, 177 River Valley Road, Nearest MRT station: Clarke Quay, Today - June 17: 11am - 7pm daily, Free, Tel: 6738-3268 or visit www.9911art.com

BEAUTY QUEENS AND COWBOYS

Move over, Hollywood stars. Taking centre stage at this exhibition by Canadian artist Joe Fleming are larger-than-life images of contestants of small-town beauty pageants and rodeo shows, whose drive for fame is no different from that of the Hollywood set.

Taksu Singapore, Workloft @ Chip Bee, Block 43, 02-74 Jalan Merah Saga, Holland Village, Nearest MRT station: Buona Vista, Till June 8: 10am - 7pm (Mon - Sat), by appointment on Sun, Free, Tel: 6476-4788

Books

LAUNCH OF CANCER CURED NATURALLY BY BETTY L. KHOO-KINGSLEY

There's life after cancer. Meet some cancer survivors and find out all about the lifestyle and lifelong changes they made to rid themselves of the disease. Buy a copy of the 336-page book (right) by former Her World editor Betty L. Khoo-Kingsley, and the proceeds will go to Kampung Senang's holistic support for people in the cancer wellness programme.

Kampung Senang's Holistic Lifestyle Centre, Block 106, 01-205 Aljunied Crescent, Nearest MRT station: Aljunied, Tomorrow: 2.30 - 5pm; Yogi Club, 16 Madras Street, Little India, behind Tekka Mall, Nearest MRT station: Little India, Wed: 3 - 5pm, Free (the autographed book is available at $25 at the launch and at major bookstores later), Tel: 6382-4713 or e-mail battyboo@singnet.com.sg

Charity

GET HIGH CHARITY CONCERT (CHARITY CHINESE POP CONCERT)

Get high on music for a worthy cause. This Chinese pop concert will help raise money for The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund for needy students. Highlights include the teenage cast of Channel 8 programme Let It Shine 2007 and the finalists of Campus SuperStar 2006.

Hwa Chong Institution, Central Plaza, 661 Bukit Timah Road, Nearest MRT station: Newton, Today: 7.30pm, Tickets: $5 (includes a goodie bag), Visit www.gethigh07.blogspot.com

RAMAKRISHNA MISSION FOOD & FUN FAIR 2007

Have a fun-filled day with food, games, a magic show and juggling at this charity fun fair and you might win air tickets to India in a lucky draw. The fair raises funds to improve the infrastructure of the mission's boys' home and kindergarten and provide financial assistance to needy children.

Ramakrishna Mission, 179 Bartley Road, Nearest MRT station: Paya Lebar, Sun: 9am - 5pm (shuttle buses to the venue will be available from Bishan & Aljunied MRT stations from 10am - 3pm), Fee: $10 for a book of coupons, Tel: 6288-5288

CITI-MILKRUN 2007

Help raise funds for youth and children at risk by joining this annual charity run. It comprises 8.4km and 5.3km competitive races and a 4km community run from Jiak Kim Street to the scenic Singapore River and back. Lionel Lewis, the national football team goalkeeper, will be the sports ambassador for the run.

From Zouk carpark to the Singapore River and back, Jiak Kim Street, Nearest MRT station: Outram, July 1: 1pm, Donate money (group registration ends on Sun, individual registration ends on June 17), Tel: 6375-2940 or visit www.milkrun.sg

TAKE A TEDDY BANK HOME

The Assisi Hospice is banking on you. Take home a teddy bank and get your family to save at least $100 to help raise $550,000 to care for adults and children with cancer and other diseases.

Assisi Hospice, 820 Thomson Road, Nearest MRT station: Braddell, Till June 30, Fee: Adopt a teddy bank for $10 and save money in it before donating the cash to the hospice, Tel: 6347-6467

Class

AFRO JAZZ WORKSHOP BY BILL CALHOUN

Floor your friends with exotic Afro jazz dance moves. Bill Calhoun, a judge for the Channel 5 reality TV show The Dance Floor, will teach a blend of African/Caribbean hip thrusts, body rolls, jumps and contractions with a jazzy touch.

LA Dance Connection Studio, New Bridge Road, Level 2, Nearest MRT station: Clarke Quay, Exit E, Tomorrow & every Sat for five weeks except for June 23: 5.30 - 7pm, Fee: $35 a session or $175 for five sessions (non-members), $35 a session or $150 for five sessions (LA Dance Connection members), Tel: 6535-3575 or visit www.ladanceconnection.com

Classical

THE MARCH OF THE SYCO

March over for a treat from talented young musicians. The members of the Singapore Youth Chinese Orchestra will perform challenging orchestral works, like Overture by Phoon Yew Tien and Fantasia Terra Cotta Warriors by Peng Xiu Wen, and team up with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra in some large-scale orchestral offerings. Under the baton of music director Yeh Tsung and conductor Ku Pao-wen.

Singapore Chinese Orchestra Concert Hall, Singapore Conference Hall, Shenton Way, Nearest MRT station: Tanjong Pagar, Tomorrow: 8pm (free pre-concert talk: 6.15 - 7pm), Tickets: $13 - $21, Tel: 6348-5555

Contest

SHRIEK YOUR WAY TO SHREK SCREAMING CONTEST

Mum will not scold you for shrieking in public. Instead, you will be rewarded with a pair of in-season tickets and a popcorn combo set if you can scream the longest in this contest. To participate, dress in green and walk in to register tomorrow. For children aged 12 and below.

GV Grand, Garden Terrace, Great World City, Kim Seng Boulevard, Nearest MRT station: Orchard/Outram, Tomorrow: 3 - 5pm, Free (50 movie passes will be given away), Visit www.gv.com.sg

Dance

MAKING DANCES '07

Three cheers for their maiden effort. Catch dance students from Ecnad, a contemporary dance school, showcasing their creative bite-sized dance pieces. Also catch a bonus dance video by Chiew Pei Shan, a fresh graduate from Lasalle College of the Arts, and other dancers.

Ecnad Studio 4, 04-07 Telok Ayer Performing Arts Centre, 182 Cecil Street, Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place, Tomorrow: 3pm, Free, Tel: 6226-6404 or e-mail education@ecnad.org to register

Film

I LOVE MALAYA AND THE DOCUMENTARY (REEL REVOLUTION LEARNING TALK/SCREENING)

What happened to former Malayan Communist Party leader Chin Peng? If you're curious, catch the screening of I Love Malaya, a documentary about the search for him. There is also a discussion on the documentary by its makers.

The Substation Theatre, Armenian Street, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Tomorrow: 3 - 5pm, Free, Tel: 6337-7800 (call to register) or visit www.revolution.youth.sg

DINOSAURS: GIANTS OF PATAGONIA

Go big on entertainment with this movie narrated by Hollywood actor Donald Sutherland. It tracks down sites of major dinosaur discoveries and re-enacts how the animals lived.

Omnitheatre, Singapore Science Centre, 15 Science Centre Road, Nearest MRT station: Jurong East, Till Nov 16: 11am, 1, 3, 5, 6 & 8pm, Tickets: $10 (adults), $5 (children aged three to 12), Tel: 6425-2500 or visit www.science.edu.sg

Gigs

MY PAPER SCREAM '07 - THE ULTIMATE BEACH PARTY

Celebrate the first birthday of my paper, Singapore's first free Chinese newspaper, at the ultimate beach party at Cafe del Mar, Sentosa. Watch performances by heart-throb crooner Gary Cao Ge, Taiwan stars Real and Soda Green, Singapore Idol finalist Jonathan Leong, samba-percussion band Wicked Aura, all-girl group FemmeArsNova and local band Tabula. Partygoers can also take in the energetic carnival atmosphere with fire twirlers and Gyrotron rides.

Cafe del Mar, Sentosa, Today: 7pm, Free (by invitation only)

THANK YOU, GOOD NIGHT: AMATEUR TAKES CONTROL & I AM DAVID SPARKLE

Lights, action. Two bands team up for this gig which features professional lights and visuals for a sensitive and dramatic touch. They comprise Amateur Takes Control, a fledgling band which is releasing an LP this month, and I Am David Sparkle, whose music is inspired by life, love and beauty.

The Arts House, Play Den, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane, Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place, Tomorrow: 8pm, Tickets: $10 (pre-sale), $14 (at the door), E-mail info@wallwork.tv for tickets or visit www.myspace.com/amateurtakescontrol and www.myspace.com/iamdavidsparkle

BOTANY FOR BEGINNERS

It's no science lesson. Expect an aural landscape of lush pop and post-rock melodies at this debut album launch of Malaysian band Ferns. It shares the stage with home-grown talent Shamejoanshame and more.

The Arts House, Earshot, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane, Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place, Tomorrow: 8pm, Free, Visit www.earshot.com.sg or www.fruitrecords.com

ANDREW LUM & NEW ASIA (MUSIC SUNDAY SERIES)

East meets West. Chill out with Asian fusion music by home-grown award-winning composer, producer and guitarist Andrew Lum, and his New Asia musicians. They perform a blend of Western music and Asian melodies, using instruments such as the Chinese sanxian and Indian tabla.

Clarke Quay, Atrium Fountain, centre stage under the Angel canopy, Nearest MRT station: Clarke Quay, Sun & every first Sun of the month till Dec: 5 - 7pm, Free entry, Visit www.clarkequay.com.sg

Heritage

CULTURAL FESTIVAL (MALAY HERITAGE CENTRE'S 2ND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS)

Joget over and celebrate Malay culture. Tuck into Malay food, play traditional games, witness a Malay wedding procession and enjoy a music fest and martial arts performance by Singapore and regional artistes.

Malay Heritage Centre, Sultan Gate, Nearest MRT station: Bugis, Till Sun: 10am - 6pm, Tickets: $2 (adults), $1 (children aged six to 12), Visit www.malayheritage.org.sg

CONTEMPORARY 2007: KAMPONG

Balik kampung. Journey back to the days of the idyllic and picturesque kampung at this art exhibition which showcases more than 17 visual arts and new media works by 12 members of Association of Artists of Various Resources.

Malay Heritage Centre, Sultan Gate, Nearest MRT station: Bugis, Till June 9: 10am - 6pm, Tickets: $5 (adults), $3 (children), Visit www.apad.org.sg

Museum

PICTURING RELATIONS: SIMRYN GILL & TINO DJUMINI

Migration and diaspora are the focus of two international artists, Simryn Gill and Tino Djumini. Singapore-born, Australia-based Gill zooms in on identity and rootedness while Indonesia-born Djumini frames his roots through photographing families of various backgrounds.

NX Gallery, NUS Museum, NUS Centre for the Arts, National University of Singapore, Kent Ridge Crescent, Till July 15: 10am - 7.30pm (Tue - Sat), 10am - 6pm (Sun), closed on Mon and public holidays, Free, Tel: 6516-4617

DESIRES MYSTIFIED

Elusive and seductive - that's how contemporary Chinese artist Ming Jing portrays people, especially women, in his whimsical oil paintings.

Art Retreat, 01-45/47 Ubi Park, Lobby C, 10 Ubi Crescent, Nearest MRT station: Eunos, Till Sept 22: 11am - 6pm (Tue - Sat), closed on Sun, Mon & public holidays, Free, Tel: 6749-0880

BEAUTY IN ASIA

It's a pretty interesting exhibition which explores various notions of beauty, both physically and spiritually.

Asian Civilisations Museum, Special Exhibition Gallery, Empress Place, Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place, Till Sept 23: 1 - 7pm (Mon), 9am - 7pm (Tue - Sun), till 9pm on Fri, Tickets: $8 ($4 for students and senior citizens aged 60 and above), on Fri: 7 - 9pm, pay $4 (adults) & $2 (concession), Tel: 6332-2982 or visit www.acm.org.sg

Outdoors

TREK TO THE HSBC TREE TOP WALK

Want to get rid of that flab? Sweat it out on this 11km trek to the HSBC Tree Top Walk at the Central Catchment Reserve. You might be rewarded with the sight of interesting birds such as the parakeet, warbler and sunbird.

Central Catchment Reserve, meet at the bus stop next to the MacRitchie main carpark, Sun: 3pm sharp (meant for those aged 14 and above), Closing day: by 10pm tomorrow, Free, E-mail naturetrekker@pacific.net.sg with your full name, home telephone number and mobile number, Tel: 9655-6555 or visit www.naturetrekker.org

Promotional Tour

TAIWANESE INDIE BAND SODA GREEN'S PROMOTIONAL TOUR

Get up close and personal with critically acclaimed Taiwanese indie band Soda Green and be treated to a sneak preview of its coming concert - Soda Green Our Summer Is So Green! Singapore Concert 2007 - at the Republic Polytechnic Cultural Centre on Aug 11. The promotional events are hosted by SPH UnionWorks' Radio 100.3, a Mandarin infotainment station, and Dreamland Production.

K-Ster Karaoke, Lucky Chinatown, Nearest MRT station: Chinatown, Tomorrow: 12.30pm (tune in to Radio 100.3 or see SPH's My Paper Chinese factsheet to get a ticket); Chinatown Point, Nearest MRT station: Chinatown, Tomorrow: 2pm (live performance-cum-autograph session); Bukit Panjang Plaza, Level 1, Nearest LRT station: Bukit Panjang, Sun: 4pm (live performance-cum-autograph session); Free (tickets for its Aug 11 concert cost from $50 to $70, Tel: 6296-2208 (call to book tickets or visit the ticketing venue at 02-32 Shaw Leisure Gallery, 100 Beach Road), Visit www.radio1003.com

Shopping

SPH SHOP & WIN

Fancy driving away in a brand new car? Just shop at any of SPH's participating malls and partners and you might win a snazzy dream car. The top prize in the Week 4 Draw is a Subaru Impreza 1.6i, while the top prize in the Week 8 Draw is a Subaru Forester 2.0X. Each vehicle comes with $30,000 worth of car accessories and gadgets.

SPH's participating malls & partners, including Paragon Shopping Centre, Nearest MRT station: Orchard; VivoCity, Nearest MRT station: Harbourfront; Parkway Parade, Nearest MRT station: Eunos; Raffles City, Nearest MRT station: City Hall; Till July 22: varying opening hours, Free (spend at least $30 to qualify for the daily and weekly lucky draws), Tel: 1900-912-0006 between noon on the day of the purchase and noon the next day to register for the daily draw

GSS GRAND LUCKY DRAW/LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

Wouldn't it be wonderful to enjoy a free vacation in Europe? Just spend $120 at Suntec City Mall and you and a friend could jet off to Italy, Spain and Malta on an 11-day Costa Fly/Cruise Europe For Two package. Spend $50 after 9pm during the Late Night Shopping promotion tomorrow and you might take home a $500 Suntec City shopping voucher too.

Suntec City Mall, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Till July 22: 10am - 10pm, Late Night Shopping: Tomorrow, Free (spend at least $120 to qualify for the GSS Grand Lucky Draw/a free goodie bag with $5 Suntec shopping voucher, cookies and more will be given away for those who spend $50 during the Late Night Shopping promotion), Visit www.suntec.com.sg

STYLE AUCTION (GSS PROMOTIONS)

Make a bid for a good cause. Bid on your favourite luxury items - from fashion accessories to chic home furnishings - at Paragon during the GSS Promotions and the nett proceeds will go to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund for needy students. This Style Auction is meant for Citibank Paragon Platinum card holders exclusively.

Paragon Shopping Centre, Orchard Road, Nearest MRT station: Orchard, Till June 24: 10am - 9.30pm, Free (spend $100 and receive a $10 Paragon Junior Shopping Voucher or charge at least $350 on your Citibank Credit Card and receive a $20 Paragon shopping voucher), (Glitter tattoo every Sat and balloon sculpting every Sun from 2 - 4pm), Tel: 6738-5535 or visit www.paragonsc.com.sg

RETAIL THERAPY BY MOONLIGHT (ALTITUDE 2007)

It pays to be a late shopper. Just head for Raffles City after 8pm and you might win a three-day stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bali Resort & Spa in a bonus grand draw. Or you might take home $2,000 worth of Osim vouchers in hourly draws.

Raffles City Shopping Centre, North Bridge Road, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Today: 8pm till midnight, Free entry, Tel: 6318-0238, Visit www.rafflescity.com

Show

22ND SINGAPORE WORLD BOOK FAIR 2007

Bookmark this event which showcases eight pavilions and more than 100,000 books by 250 exhibitors. There will be book launches, meet-the-author sessions, talks and more.

Suntec Singapore, Exhibition Hall 4, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Till Sun: 11am - 10pm, Free, 6319-2480

THE PC SHOW 2007

Fancy having state-of-the-art IT gadgets like an unconventional digital video camcorder with six features - a multimedia recorder, digital still camera, digital voice recorder, MP3 player, game player and PC with web camera? Check out this must-visit PC show.

Suntec Singapore, Level 6, Halls 601-603, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Till Sun: noon - 9pm, Free, Tel: 6325-4606 or visit www.thepcshow.com.sg

Singapore Arts Fest

THE MAP & PAPER CONCERTO (CHINA, JAPAN & SINGAPORE)

Oscar-winning composer Tan Dun will conduct the Singapore Symphony Orchestra in The Map, Concerto For Cello, Video And Orchestra with traditional Chinese music, and Paper Concerto which uses paper as percussion instruments.

Esplanade Concert Hall, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Tomorrow & Sun: 7.30pm (free pre-concert talk on Rediscovering The Map by Tan Dun at Open Stage, Library@Esplanade at 6pm on Sun), Tickets: $32 - $132, Tel: 6348-5555 or visit www.singaporeartsfest.com

BLIND DATE (THE UNITED STATES)

Patriotism, honour and service to a larger cause are explored in this sexy and funny multi-layered dance theatre experience by the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company.

Esplanade Theatre, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Tomorrow & Sun: 8pm (there are brief scenes of nudity), Tickets: $21 - $62, Tel: 6348-5555 or visit www.singaporeartsfest.com

BAVARIAN RADIO CHORUS (GERMANY)

Give this choir a chorus of support. The Bavarian Radio Chorus, which makes its Asian premiere here, presents the best of German and other European choral works covering sacred music and music from the Renaissance to Baroque, romantic and contemporary styles.

Victoria Concert Hall, Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place, Tomorrow: 8pm; Sun: 3pm; Tickets: $21 - $72, Tel: 6348-5555 or visit www.singaporeartsfest.com

OPTICAL IDENTITY (WORLD PREMIERE) (SCOTLAND & SINGAPORE)

It features music to be seen - not just heard. This world premiere featuring Singapore's T'ang Quartet and Scotland's Theatre Cryptic fuses music with film, design, interactive technologies and visuals. Directed by Cathie Boyd of Theatre Cryptic in collaboration with award-winning Singapore designers Baylene Li and Jason Ong, and Swiss digital artist Jasch.

Drama Centre Theatre, Victoria Street, Nearest MRT station: City Hall/ Bugis, Till tomorrow: 8pm, Tickets: $21 - $62, Tel: 6348-5555 or visit www.singaporeartsfest.com

PASAR THEATRE (ASIAN SHOWCASE)

It's a street wayang with a modern twist. Catch a Cantonese opera, The Witty Maid (right), by the Eunos Community Club Chinese Opera Group, wushu demonstrations, stories of Chinatown, theatrical dance vignettes by Ah Hock and Peng Yu and xinyao songs by Chua Lee Lian, as well as an interactive dance piece by Frontier Danceland.

Open space in front of People's Park Food Centre, Nearest MRT station: Chinatown, Tomorrow & Sun: 2 - 5.30pm, Free, Tel: 6837-9589 or visit www.singaporeartsfest.com

NAFA SCHOOL OF YOUNG TALENTS' CHILD PRODIGIES CONCERT

Twinkle, twinkle, little stars. Four outstanding young pianists and violinists from the Nafa School of Young Talents - Ho Qian Hui, 10, Shin Zi Yang, 14, Zhang Aidi, 13, and Gabriel Lim, 13 - will perform works like the Yellow River Concerto at this concert. They have won top prizes at the National Piano and Violin Competition and accolades at international concerts.

Lee Foundation Theatre, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Campus 3, 151 Bencoolen Street, Nearest MRT station: Bugis, Tomorrow: 7.30pm, Tickets: $15 & $20, Tel: 6512-4168 or e-mail loong@nafa.edu.sg

AZHANTI HIGH LIGHTNING (VISUAL ART)

Take a trip through the seven stages of life. This multimedia project by Simon Birch, a leading Hong Kong-based British contemporary artist, lets you go through life's journey from birth to death, moving through blackened rooms with visual and auditory installations, including sculpture, live performance, a 360-degree film theatre, paintings and photography. Additional work is contributed by leading Hong Kong photographer Wing Shya.

Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Campus 1, Level 1, Nafa Gallery (Galleries 1 & 2), 80 Bencoolen Street, Nearest MRT station: Bugis, Tomorrow - June 30: 11am - 9pm (Mon - Sat), closed on Sun, Free, E-mail artgalleries@nafa.edu.sg

FREE OUTDOOR PERFORMANCES

Berth at the Esplanade waterfront to catch performances from fireplay to percussion and mime.

Various venues around the Esplanade, Nearest MRT Station: City Hall, Today - Sun, June 8 - 10, June 15 & 16 and June 22 - 24: from 6.15pm onwards, Free, Visit www.esplanade.com

STREET REVOLUTION - CHILDREN OF D'REVOLUT'N (SINGAPORE STREET FESTIVAL)

Anything goes. This youth-oriented event features everything from high-voltage dance and music grooves to funky graffiti art. You can show off your moves in the breakdance battle of the year, a 24-hour dance marathon and more.

Plaza Singapura, Orchard Road, Nearest MRT station: Dhoby Ghaut, Till Sun: noon - 2pm & 6 - 10pm (today), noon - 10pm (tomorrow & Sun); *scape Youth Park, corner of Grange Road & Somerset Road, Nearest MRT station: Somerset, Till June 10: 6 - 10pm (Tue - Fri), noon - 10pm (Sat & Sun), Free, Visit www.singaporestreetfestival.com

STREETWORKS: INSIDE OUTSIDE YOKOHAMA (FESTIVAL CLUB)

Experience Yokohama without jetting there. Check out this exhibition of video works by Australian artists, Craig Walsh and Shaun Gladwell, covering everyday images there from carparks to factories and subcultures of urban youth which are transformed into moments of sublime beauty. An Arts Fest outreach programme.

The Substation Gallery, Armenian Street, Nearest MRT station: City Hall, Till June 18: 11am - 9pm, Free, Tel: 6337-7535 or visit www.substation.org

Sports

SEA SPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA AT SAF YACHT CLUB

Get 'nauti'. Have fun trying out various sea sports, from banana boat rides to jetskiing, as part of the 40th anniversary celebrations of the SAF Yacht Club.

Changi Clubhouse, 110 Tanah Merah Coast Road, Nearest MRT station: Tanah Merah, Sun: 11am - 6pm; Sembawang Clubhouse, 43 Admiralty Road West, Nearest MRT station: Sembawang, June 9 & 10: 11am - 6pm (transport available from the Tanah Merah & Sembawang MRT stations), Free entry (pay $3 for a ride on the banana boat, jetski, keelboat or sailcraft), Tel: 6758-3032 or visit www.safyc.org.sg

NATIONAL RUNWAY CYCLING 2007

Fly away at this aircraft runway on your bikes and skates. Families can test their limits by cycling 45km in the Shimano Endurance Challenge, or skate for 30km in the Endurance Challenge and look forward to fringe activities, games and performances later. In celebration of National Family Week 2007.

Paya Lebar Air Base, Nearest MRT station: Paya Lebar, Sun: from 8am, Free (Register at any SAF Club front desk and you may win any of 100 lucky draw prizes/Those who buy a specially designed T-shirt will get a goodie bag worth $20/Shimano-equipped Runway Cycling Bikes are offered at a special price of $250 each at any Safra Club), Visit www.safra.sg/runwaycycling

Talk

ST701 WORKSHOPS TO ENHANCE YOUR WORTH AT WORK

Work on how to increase your value at work and gain influence among your peers at two workshops run by online job portal ST701. Conducted by trainer, speaker and author Christian Chua and certified personal branding and career strategist Chia Weng Lee.

Singapore Press Holdings, News Centre Training Room, 1000 Toa Payoh North, Nearest MRT station: Braddell, June 15: 9am - 5pm (Essential Influencing Skills To Achieve Work Goals); June 21: 9am - 5pm, (Managing Yourself As An Asset To Your Company), Fee: pay an early-bird fee of $294 (ST701 member) & $357 (non-member) if you register by June 8 or $499 (ST701 member) & $606 (non-member) for both workshops if you register by June 8; after that pay $357 (ST701 member) & $420 (non-member) per workshop; Tel: 6319-5917 for inquiries or register online by visiting www.st701.com

Theatre

HELLO MUSIC LAND

Talk about a happy ending. Take your children aged two to 12 to this live adventure musical-cum- 3D animation feature, and you might win a five-day trip for two to Melbourne.

Golden Village VivoCity, Cinema 2, 02-30, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Nearest MRT station: Harbourfront, Till Sun: 7pm, Tickets: $33 ($110 for a Fantastical Family Package of four tickets), Visit www.gv.com.sg for ticket information and www.hellomusicland.com for details

LILY CAN'T SLEEP

You and your child will not nod off at this comic drama. Directed by Scott Witt from the Queensland Theatre Company, this hilarious and sweet performance explores concepts of change through the eyes of a child who is told by her mother to count sheep when she cannot sleep. Presented by Act 3 International.

Act 3 Theatre, 126 Cairnhill Road, Nearest MRT station: Newton, Today: 9 & 11am; Tomorrow & Sun: 11am & 5pm, Tickets: $20, Tel: 6348-5555 or visit www.sistic.com.sg

THE GREATEST SHOW - A NEW CIRCUS EXPERIENCE

Camp out under the Big Tent. This international circus extravaganza from Europe features the Phoenix Firedancers who will perform aerial rope acrobatics, fire and triple statue acts, pyrotechnics, lasers and more.

Downtown East, D'Marquee, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Nearest MRT station: Pasir Ris, Till June 6: 4 & 7.30pm (certain parts of the show feature loud pyrotechnics and lasers), Tickets: $37, Tel: 6296-2929 or visit www.ticketcharge.com.sg

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS LIVE! - THE SPONGE WHO COULD FLY

Dive in and see SpongeBob chasing his lifelong dream of flying with the jellyfish in this live show for children about dreams, friendship and soaring to new heights.

Singapore Expo Hall 3, Nearest MRT station: Singapore Expo, Till June 6: 12.30, 4 & 7.30pm, Tickets: $40 - $70, Tel: 6348-5555

Web

THE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE OF STOMP

We bring you the hippest parties in town. Check out the party animals in Singapore Seen.

Visit www.stomp.com.sg

Youth

FACE THE FACTS

Here is a plain fact: It's better to breathe in fresh air than smoke. Five teams of youth ambassadors will parade along Orchard Road to share with passers-by the benefits of a smoke-free lifestyle and dispel some misconceptions about smoking. This youth-led event by the Youth Advolution for Health is held in conjunction with World No Tobacco Day.

The parade starts from the front of Orchard MRT station and will cover Wisma Atria, Far East Plaza, Plaza Singapura, The Heeren and Orchard Cineleisure, Tomorrow: noon - 5pm, Free, Visit www.yah.sg

Compiled by Magdalene Lum

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