JUST LOOKING

Dark Expressionist Filipino artist Melvin Culaba offers brooding insights into the ills of society.

Where: Forth Gallery, 69A Pagoda Street, Level 2

MRT: Chinatown When: Till Sunday, noon - 7pm (today & tomorrow), noon - 5pm (Sun) Admission: Free

Tel: 6222-7809

CHILDREN'S SCULPTURE

An exhibition of artworks by children aged four to 12, focusing on the theme of kampung days.

Where: Sculpture Square, 155 Middle Road MRT: Bugis When: Till June 28, 11am - 6pm daily Admission: Free

Tel: 6333-1055 Info: www.sculpturesq.com.sg

BLACK & WHITE PORTRAITS II

Ex-inmate Frankie Chang showcases portraits of well-known political figures and influential personalities from around the globe to inspire youths to lead better lives.

Where: The Arts House, Print Gallery, Old Parliament House, Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Till June 29, 10am - 10pm Admission: Free Tel: 6332-6919

OCHRE DREAMING: STORIES FROM THE EAST KIMBERLEY

Featuring natural ochre artworks by Aboriginal artists from the Warmun Art Centre in Western Australia.

Where: ReDot Gallery, 11 Everton Road MRT: Outram When: Till July 4, noon - 7pm (Tue - Sat), by appointment on Sun & Mon Admission: Free Tel: 8189-6405

Info: alessandra@redotgallery.com

FREE SPIRITS A(R)T PLAY

An exhibition by six Filipino illustrators based in Singapore, including Frances Alcaraz, Beth Parrocha-Doctolero and Paul Eric Roca.

Where: Royal Plaza On Scotts, Art Space, Scotts Road MRT: Orchard When: Till July 7, 10am - 7pm daily Admission: Free Tel: 9734-4839

PULP STORIES II

A tribute to the monumental and complex pulp works of American contemporary art giants James Rosenquist and Frank Stella.

Where: Singapore Tyler Print Institute, 41 Roberton Quay MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till July 11, 10am - 6pm

(Tue - Sat), by appointment on Mon, closed on Sun

Admission: Free Tel: 6336-3663 Info: www.stpi.com.sg

KENA LOE! A SOLO EXHIBITION BY

YOGI SETYAWAN

The 15 humorous paintings of Indonesian artist Yogi Setyawan will make you smile and remind you of the simple joys of life.

Where: National Library, Level 8, Promenade, 100 Victoria Street MRT: City Hall/Bugis When: Till July 15,

10am - 9pm daily except public holidays Admission: Free Tel: 9099-3965 Info: E-mail krissetl@galerieeve.com

VIB-RA-FON

A solo exhibition by Australian artist Tony Twigg, depicting his fascination with space.

Where: Taksu Singapore, Block 43, 02-74 Workloft@Chip Bee, Jalan Merah Saga, Holland Village MRT: Buona Vista When: Till July 18, 10am - 7pm (Mon - Sat), by appointment on Sun and public holidays Admission: Free Tel: 6476-4788 Info: E-mail sing@taksu.com or visit www.taksu.com

BLOSSOMS AND SENTIMENTS

This showcase of watercolour on paper and lithography paintings by local artist Chou Leng as well as Chinese artists He Wenjue and Li Wenfeng depict traditions and new hope.

Where: Pan Pacific Singapore, Public Art Space, Level 2, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square MRT: City Hall When: Till Aug 17, 10.30am - 6.30pm (Mon - Sat) noon - 5pm (Sunday) Admission: Free Tel: 6721-8888

Books

MEET-THE-AUTHOR: GRANT S. CLARK

Learn about the importance of conservation and saving Mother Earth from Grant S. Clark, author of Monkey Magic - The Curse Of Mukada, and win a prize in a quiz.

Where: Kinokuniya Singapore Main Store, Ngee Ann City, Orchard Road MRT: Orchard/Somerset When: Tomorrow,

2 - 3pm Admission: Free Tel: 6737-5021

JO'S EARLY READERS

Children's author Joanna Wong will hold storytelling sessions for those aged seven and below.

Where: Borders Parkway, Parkway Parade basement, Marine Parade Road MRT: Eunos When: Tomorrow, 1 - 3pm Where: Kinokuniya Singapore, Ngee Ann City, Orchard Road MRT: Orchard/Somerset When: Tomorrow, 5 - 6pm

Where: Popular Compass Point MRT: Sengkang When: Sun, 2 - 3pm Admission: Free Info: http://www.squeaky.biz/authorone.htm and www.banjoandsons.com

Carnival

50 PLUS ACTIVE AGEING CARNIVAL

Have fun with arcade games, learn financial planning, discover the joys of herb growing and enjoy Elvis Presley hits performed by the Singapore First Elvis Fan Club.

Where: Suntec City Mall, various venues such as in front of Carrefour, Tropics Atrium, Galleria Square and the Fountain of Wealth MRT: City Hall When: Tomorrow & Sun, 11am - 9pm (Performances by the First Elvis Fan Club: 3.30 - 3pm & 1 - 1.30pm tomorrow and from 2 - 2.30pm & 4.30 - 5pm on Sun Admission: Free

Tel: 6796-9346/9875-7401

Info: www.activeageingfestival.com.sg and www.elvismeetup.com/169/about

Charity

FEEL GOOD MARTINIS

Drink the Crossroad Martini and 50 per cent of the proceeds from each martini will go to the Rainbow Children's Home charity.

Where: KPO (former Killiney Post Office), 3 Killiney Road MRT: Somerset Where: Quintessentially, 06-31 High Street Centre, 1 North Bridge Road MRT: City Hall/Clarke Quay When: Till July 1, 10am - 6pm (Mon - Fri only) Admission: Free Tel: 6733-9400 (KPO), 6511-1199 (Quintessentially) Info: Quintessentially will also accept donations of items such as stationery, clothing, toys and books for children

Class

ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

Two workshops designed to equip businesses with management practices to meet the challenges of a recession. The trainer is Robert Chew.

Where: Singapore Press Holdings News Centre, 1000 Toa Payoh North MRT: Braddell When: June 26, 9am - 5pm (one-day workshop on Cost Reduction And Workplace Improvement) When: June 29 & 30, 9am - 5pm (two-day workshop on Build Your Own Roadmap To Business Excellence) Admission: $389 for ST701 members and $459 for non-members for the one-day workshop and $769 for ST701 members and $889 for non-members for the two-day workshop Tel: 6319-5979 (office hours)

Info: E-mail st701@sph.com.sg

RE-EMPLOYMENT: EQUIPPING & DEVELOPING YOURSELF (READY) COURSE

How do you keep fit, stay employable and manage your finances? Those retiring soon can get tips at this course.

Where: Centre for Seniors, Junction 8, 10-02 Office Tower, Bishan Place MRT: Bishan When: Today, 9.30am - 5.30pm (Malay) & June 30, 9.30am - 5.30pm (English) Admission: $14 each if you qualify for the Work Force Development subsidy, otherwise pay $140 each Tel: 6478-5010

GLOBAL WARMING: ITS SCIENCE/ITS EFFECTS AND SOLUTIONS

How will climate change affect the planet, and what measures do prominent scientists recommend to curb global warming? Find out more at this presentation which is followed by a question-and-answer session.

Where: Kampong Senang Holistic Lifestyle Centre & Eco Harmony Kitchen, 01-205 Block 106, Aljunied Crescent MRT: Aljunied When: Today, 7.15 - 9pm Admission: Free Tel: 9826-4795 Info: E-mail cklowck@yahoo.com.sg to register as space is limited.

Contest

STEVE McCURRY PHOTO CONTEST

Photographers stand to win the top prize of an Epson portable photo viewer worth $838 in the open category or an Epson Printer worth $428 in the student category. Held in conjunction with the Steve McCurry exhibition, The Unguarded Moment, now on at the museum. The award-winning photographer is noted for his iconic photo of the Afghan Girl.

Info: Visit the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) lobby (Epson Printing Centre-cum-Steve McCurry photo contest booth) to submit entries based on the theme of The Unguarded Moment from today to Wednesday. The contest will be judged by Mr McCurry.

SKIP-A-DANCE WITH MILO

Skip your way to the top prize of $1,500 worth of cash and products in this contest held in conjunction with the Health & You exhibition organised by The Straits Times Mind Your Body health supplement and Lianhe Zaobao Lohas health page.

Where: Suntec Singapore, Halls 401-403 MRT: City Hall When: July 11, 3 - 4.30pm (semi-finals) & July 12,

3 - 4.30pm (finals) Admission: Free Info: E-mail mkghealthandyou@sph.com.sg with the name of the group, number of participants in the group from a minimum of two to a maximum of eight, name of the leader and contact number, indicating Skip-A-Dance With Milo as your e-mail subject. Closing date: Mon at midnight

HEALTH HARMONY FAMILY SINGING COMPETITION

Join this two-generation family singing competition and you and your family could win the top cash prize of $1,000. Organised by The Straits Times Mind Your Body health supplement and Lianhe Zaobao Lohas health page.

Where: Suntec Singapore Halls 401 - 403 MRT: City Hall When: July 11, 4.30 - 6pm (semi-finals) & July 12,

4.30 - 6pm (finals) Admission: Free Info: Group members must be from the same family and include two generations, such as mother and son or grandfather and granddaughter (documents are required for verification). E-mail mkghealthandyou@sph.com.sg with your name, contact number, number of participants in the group, your relationship and the song title, indicating Healthy Harmony as your e-mail subject. Closing day: Mon, midnight

SPH-NAC GOLDEN POINT AWARD 2009

Write a short story or poem to win $4,000 cash and a $6,000 enrichment grant.

Info: www.singaporewritersfestival.com, www.nac.gov.sg or www.theartshouse.com.sg

24-HOUR PLAYWRITING COMPETITION

A cash prize of $700 awaits each winner of the youth and open categories. Organised by TheatreWorks Writers' Laboratory and the South East Community Development Council.

Where: Marina Barrage, 260 Marina Way MRT: City Hall When: July 18, 4pm - July 19, 4pm Admission: $25 (youth category for those aged 15 to 18), $35 (open category for those aged 19 and above) Info: www.theatreworks.org.sg

Dance

SONGS FOR GAIA

A contemporary dance choreographed by inter-disciplinary artist Tan How Choon to celebrate the 13th anniversary of dance troupe Ecnad.

Where: The Arts House, Chamber, Old Parliament House,

1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Today, 8pm, Sun, 3pm Admission: $30 Tel: 6332-6919

Info: A Keppel Night subsidy of 50 per cent is available for Sunday's performance. Visit www.keppelnights.com

GARDEN AFFAIR 013: BIRD CALL

This dance which explores the co-existence between humans and birds in the dense urban environment is choreographed by Elysa Wendi and playwright Ng Yi Sheng.

Where: Garden Studio, 01-07/09 Cairnhill Arts Centre, 126 Cairnhill Road MRT: Newton When: Thu & next Fri, 8.30pm Admission: Free Tel: 6238-6469

Info: tafcl@singnet.com.sg

Encore!

CABARET BY JEAN-JACQUES BELLOT/FETE DE LA MUSIQUE

The Fete de la Musique kicks off today with a production of Cabaret, directed by French playwright and actor Jean-Jacques Bellot. Tomorrow, unwind with a series of concerts, including blues and French songs.

Where: Alliance Francaise, AF Theatre, 1 Sarkies Road MRT: Newton When: Today, 8pm, Tomorrow, 4pm

Where: Pot-Pourri Restaurant and Lounge, 42 Waterloo Street MRT: Bugis When: Tomorrow, 7.30 - 11pm (Fete de la Musique party) Admission: Free Info: Entry tickets, food and drinks coupons for the party to be collected early at the Alliance Francaise bookshop.

Go to www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg

AH! SI J'ETAIS RICHE (IF I WERE A RICH MAN) (M18)

Directed by Gerard Bitton and Michel Munz, this film is about a travelling salesman who discovers that his wife is cheating on him on the day that he wins ¥10 million at Lotto. In French with English subtitles.

Where: Alliance Francaise theatre, 1 Sarkies Road MRT: Newton When: June 30, 8pm Admission: $6.10 (Alliance Francaise member), $8.20 (non-member) Tel: 6348-5555

ERASED (VISUAL ARTS)

French photographer Bertrand Meunier has created a montage of his black-and-white photographs snapped in China in the mid-2000s. Part of Month of Photography Asia.

Where: Alliance Francaise, SG Private Banking Gallery,

1 Sarkies Road MRT: Newton When: Till July 18,

11am - 7pm (Mon - Fri), 11am - 5pm (Sat), closed on Sun Admission: Free Info: www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg and www.phish-comms.com

CHANGING ASIA (VISUAL ARTS)

A showcase of 26 works by eight French and Chinese photographers documenting the changing social and geographic landscape of China and India. Part of Month of Photography Asia.

Where: Alliance Francaise, SG Private Banking Gallery,

1 Sarkies Road MRT: Newton When: Till July 18,

11am - 7pm (Mon - Fri), 11am - 5pm (Sat), closed on Sun Admission: Free Info: www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg and www.phish-comms.com

CHINA 1957-2002 (VISUAL ARTS)

French photographer Marc Riboud's images of China through the decades portray the country in flux. Part of Month of Photography Asia.

Where: The Cathay Gallery, The Cathay Building, 2 Handy Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Sun - July 19, noon - 8pm daily Admission: Free Info: www.cathay.com.sg and www.phish-comms.com

DON'T MOVE! (VISUAL ARTS)

Award-winning French photographer Francoise Huguier captures images of Housing Board dwellings. Part of Month of Photography Asia.

Where: Lasalle College of the Arts, Brother Joseph McNally Gallery, Institute of Contemporary Art, 1 McNally Street MRT: Bugis When: Till July 19, noon - 7pm (Tue - Sun), closed on Mon Admission: Free Info: www.lasalle.edu.sg and www.phish-comms.com

EXPRESSION: WHEN PASSION BECOMES

AN ART

View 25 paintings and portraits of iconic figures such as Albert Einstein and Luciano Pavarotti at this exhibition by French artist Jean-Pierre Blanchard.

Where: TCC The Coffee Connoisseur, The Gallery,

51 Circular Road MRT: Raffles Place/Clarke Quay

When: Till July 21, 11am - midnight (Sun - Thu), 11 - 2am (Fri & Sat) Admission: Free Tel: 6479-2445

Info: E-mail info@art-management.com

VAN GOGH - BRUSH WITH GENIUS

Relive Vincent Van Gogh's life through his letters and see the places that inspired him in this movie. In English.

Where: Omni-Theatre, 21 Jurong Town Hall Road MRT: Chinese Garden/Jurong East When: Till Oct 9, 1, 3. 5 & 8pm daily Admission: $10 (adult), $7 (senior citizens above 55), $5 (child aged three to 12) Tel: 6425-2500 Info: www.omnitheatre.com.sg

DA VINCI: THE GENIUS

This acclaimed exhibition from Italy brings to life Leonardo Da Vinci's genius, featuring studies of his most famous paintings, anatomical sketches as well as 3D animations of his works, such as The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa.

Where: Science Centre, The Annexe, 15 Science Centre Road MRT: Jurong East When: Till Aug 16, 10am - 6pm (Tue - Sun), closed on Mon except school holidays and public holidays Admission: $15 (adult), $10 (child aged three to 16) Tel: 6425-2500

Info: www.davincithegenius.com

THE VENICE CARNIVAL UP CLOSE

View photographs of the 2008 & 2009 Venice Carnival by photographer Foong Lian Fey at this this exhibition.

Where: Bistro Senso @ Singapore Flyer MRT: City Hall When: Till June 30, 10.30am - 10.30pm daily

Admission: Free Tel: 6479-2445

Family celebrations

CELEBRATING THE FAMILY: AN INTIMATE SHOWCASE OF FILMS

Catch two short films - the world premiere of Cashless (2009) (PG) and a short documentary, In Our Own Words (2008) (PG) - at this showcase by nuStudios Film Productions & The Arts House. Directed by Derek Tan and Melinda Tan, Cashless is about a man's pursuit of cash which he had transferred into the wrong bank account, while the documentary is about two kidney patients' quest to challenge society's perception of them.

Where: The Arts House Screening Room, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place/City Hall When: Tomorrow & June 27, 4 & 8pm Admission: $8 Tel: 6332-6969 Info: http://cashless.wordpress.com

THE SIMPLY SOFA HUNT

Families can look for clues as they search for sofas outdoors and take creative digital family snapshots. The family with the best picture will win a one-night-stay in a suite at Pan Pacific Singapore and a dinner for four, as well as a sofa. Organised by Focus on the Family Singapore.

Where: Various locations around central Singapore

When: Tomorrow, 9am - 4.30pm Admission: $30 a family comprising two generations Tel: 6336-1444

Info: wwww.family.org.sg or e-mail focus@family.org.sg for registration details and updates

Father's day

BARBECUE BONANZA

Indulge in an all-you-can-eat barbecue and seafood buffet as well as free flow of wine, beer and soda at Pan Pacific Singapore. Children can win their father a one-night stay for two at the hotel by taking part in a card design contest.

Where: Pan Pacific Singapore, Brunch, Level 4

MRT: City Hall When: Sun, noon - 2.30pm Admision: $75 an adult with unlimited wine, beer and soda, $55 an adult including unlimited soda and $35 for a child aged six to 12 including unlimited soda Tel: 6826-8240

Info: E-mail celebrate.sin@panpacific.com

KIDS ONLY CULINARY AND ART & CRAFT CLASS

Children aged five to 12 can learn how to prepare a chocolate cake with chocolate whipped cream, an orange pound cake and make a Father's Day card with help from chefs of Raffles Hotel and professionals from The Little Arts Academy.

Where: Raffles Culinary Academy, Raffles Hotel, Beach Road MRT: City Hall When: Sun, 11am - 2pm $80 nett a child Tel: 6412-1256 (kid's culinary programme), 6412-1816 (dining reservation) Info: E-mail rafflesculinary@raffles.com for the kids' culinary programme and dining@raffles.com for dining reservations

FATHER'S DAY AT ORCHARD CAFE

Treat Dad to a yummy 'Go Local' buffet dinner featuring drunken prawns and Thai-style barbecued seafood. Children dine free. Special room packages are available from today till Sun from $203 a night, including breakfast for two and two complimentary ice-cold beers for Dad at the Intermezzo Bar.

Where: Orchard Hotel, Orchard Cafe, Orchard Road

MRT: Orchard When: Sun, 6 - 10.30pm (buffet dinner) Admission: $46 Tel: 6739-6565

TRIBUTE TO FATHER

Come in a party of four and order the six-course Tribute To Father set menu, and two in your party dine free. Dad will also receive a complimentary mug of freshly-brewed microbrewery beer for every Tribute To Father set ordered.

Where: Quayside Seafood, Clarke Quay, next to Tan Tye Gate nearest to Liang Court, 31 River Valley Road

MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till next Fri, 6 - 10.30pm Admission: $90 a person Tel: 6338-0138

Info: www.quaysidedining.com

FATHER'S DAY AT PEONY JADE

The Divine A La Carte Buffet lunch or dinner at Keppel Club's Peony Jade Restaurant features more than 50 Szechuan and Cantonese dishes.

Where: Peony Jade, Keppel Club, Bukit Chermin Road MRT: HarbourFront When: Tomorrow & Sun,

10.30am - 12.45pm & 1.30 - 2.30pm (two lunch sittings) & 6 - 11pm (dinner) Admission: $42.80 (adult) and $26.80 (child) for lunch and $45.80 (adult) & $28.80 (child) for dinner Tel: 6276-9138 Info: Prices include a glass of freshly-brewed beer for each adult and orange juice for each child.

SPECIAL LOBSTER SETS

Let Dad feast on a special lobster and seafood-themed Father's Day meal at Roland Restaurant. Pick from two set menus with items such as live lobster porridge, chilli Sri Lanka Crab & deep-fried bun, steamed Pahang Patin fish or deep-fried Goby with superior soy sauce.

Where: Roland Restaurant, Block 89, 06-750, Marine Parade Central MRT: Eunos When: Tomorrow & Sun, 11.30am - 2.30pm (lunch), 6 - 10.30pm (dinner) Admission: $168 for five diners or $338 for 10 diners for Menu A and $188 for five diners or $378 for 10 diners for Menu B Tel: 6440-8205 Info: www.rolandrestaurant.com.sg

FATHER'S DAY AT PLAZA BRASSERIE

Enjoy a hearty Hainanese buffet spread at Plaza Brasserie at Parkroyal on the Beach, and fathers get a complimentary glass of wine or beer.

Where: Parkroyal at Beach Road, Plaza Brasserie, Beach Road MRT: Bugis When: Tomorrow & Sun, noon - 2 (lunch), 6 - 10pm (dinner) Admission: $34 (lunch) & $42 (dinner) Tel: 6298-0303 Info: E-mail rsvn1@br.parkroyalhotels.com

FATHER'S DAY AT CAFEBIZ

Treat your father to an international brunch buffet with items such as Ah Hoi's black pepper crab, lobster bisque and grilled lamb chop roasted Australian Angus beef.

Where: Cafebiz, Traders Hotel, Lobby Level, Cuscaden Road MRT: Orchard When: Sun, noon - 4pm Admission: $52 or $77 each with free flow of beer and wines (brunch), $58 with a complimentary braised baby abalone with Chinese mushroom (buffet dinner) Tel: 6831-4374

CAROUSEL'S FATHER'S DAY

Indulge in dishes such as Maine lobster and oven-roasted Australian prime ribs.

Where: Royal Plaza On Scotts, Carousel, Scotts Road MRT: Orchard When: Sun, noon - 2.30pm (lunch), 3.30 - 5.30pm (high tea), 6.30 - 10.30pm (dinner) Admission: $50 (adult) & $35 (child) for lunch, $34 (high tea), $52 (dinner) Tel: 6589-7799 Info: carousel@royalplaza.com.sg

FATHER'S DAY CONTEST

Buy four movie tickets from Golden Village online and one lucky father stands to win a three-night stay at Fairmont Singapore, worth $4,060, and enjoy a spectacular view of the F1 night race from Sept 25 to 28.

Info: www.gv.com.sg/promodetails.gv_promotions_2238.jsp