Upcoming Family-Friendly Happenings At The National Heritage Board

This November and December, National Heritage Board (NHB) will be running an array of programmes and events for you and your family!

Here's what you can look out for:

Programmes By National Museum Of Singapore

PSM50: Golden Jubilee Of Preservation In Singapore

Venue: Longer Concourse, National Museum of Singapore
Date: 13 Nov 2021 to 2 Jan 2022
Time: 10am to 7pm
Admission: Free

To mark 50 years of preservation in Singapore, the Preservation of Sites and Monuments division of the National Heritage Board will be presenting an exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore. The exhibition will highlight milestones in Singapore’s preservation journey and showcase all 73 National Monuments through various artworks and exhibits. Visitors will get to learn about the history and significance behind these treasured buildings.

Programmes By Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery

Celebrate Deepavali 2021: Learn The Art Of Indian Traditional Flower Tying!

Venue: Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery
Date: : 6 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Admission: $5

Flower garlands play an integral role in Indian culture, often as a sign of blessing and honour or as religious offerings. Join us to learn more about the use of different types of flowers in Indian customs through a fresh flower display and enjoy making your own string of flowers!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

For more information, visit this link.

Celebrate Deepavali 2021: Kolam Painting Workshop

Venue: Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery
Date: : 6 Nov 2021
Time: 4pm to 5pm
Admission: $5

Kolam, which means “beauty” in Tamil and also known as Rangoli, is a floor drawing artwork made with coloured flour that adorns the entryways of homes during Deepavali or other celebratory festivals. Join us for an interactive hands-on session in person to learn to make your own Kolam art piece!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

For more information, visit this link.

Design Your Own Peranakan Tile!

Venue: Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery
Date: 19 Dec 2021
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Fee: $5

Peranakan tiles are known for their distinctive floral and geometric designs. Join us for this hands-on workshop and learn more about Peranakan culture through our creative Peranakan tile design activity! A Peranakan tile is available for collection with every ticket purchased.

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Programmes By The Indian Heritage Centre (IHC)

Deepavali Open House 2021

Photo Credit: Indian Heritage Centre / Facebook

Venue: Indian Heritage Centre
Date: 1 Oct to 14 Nov 2021
Time:
Tue to Thu: 10am to 7pm
Fri to Sat: 10am to 8pm
Sun & Public Holidays*: 10am to 4pm (*closed on Public Holidays that fall on a Monday unless otherwise stated)
Closed on Mon
Fee: Free for Singaporeans and PRs

Let the countdown for the IHC’s biggest communal festival begin! Mark your calendars as we present an array of programmes and offerings in line with Deepavali celebrations from 1 October onwards!

Light Installation At IHC

Photo Credit: Indian Heritage Centre

Date: 1 Oct to 14 Nov 2021

Visit the IHC this Deepavali and be greeted by our beautifully decorated stairway, featuring a peacock arch along with rangoli floor stickers. Be sure to snap an #OOTD with our mini light-up installation!

Money Packet Giveaways

Photo Credit: Indian Heritage Centre

Date: 1 Oct to 14 Nov 2021

To redeem, simply visit IHC from 1 October to 14 November 2021, and snap a photo of you at the Centre! Afterwards, follow IHC's social media pages, upload your photos, tag IHC and hashtag #IHCDeepavali!

Deepavali Drop-in Activities

Photo Credit: Indian Heritage Centre

Date: 1 Oct to 14 Nov 2021

Have a crafty day out with your family this Deepavali with our free festive paper lamp craft activity!

Sikhs In Singapore – A Story Untold

Photo Credit: Indian Heritage Centre / Facebook

Venue: Indian Heritage Centre
Date: Ongoing till 30 Jan 2022
Time:
Tue to Thu: 10am to 7pm
Fri to Sat: 10am to 8pm
Sun & Public Holidays*: 10am to 4pm (*closed on Public Holidays that fall on a Monday unless otherwise stated)
Closed on Mon
Fee: Free for Singaporeans and PRs

Sat Sri Akal! Co-created by members of Singapore’s Sikh community and the Indian Heritage Centre, Sikhs in Singapore – A Story Untold is presented in 3 parts – Roots, which tells the story of the origins of Singapore’s Sikh community; Settlement, which brings together some exemplary narratives of Sikh migrants to Singapore; and Contemporary Perspectives which offers glimpses into the experiences of some contemporary Sikhs.

Sikhs are followers of Sikhism, a religion that originated in the Punjab region around the late 15th century. Located at the crossroads of east, west and South Asia, the Punjab has historically been home to diverse faiths and cultural traditions. Consequently, the Sikh identity is a distinct combination of faith and ethno-linguistic roots.

Today, there are over 25 million Sikhs around the world, of whom 3 million belong to the international Sikh diaspora. The British annexation of the Punjab in the mid-19th century gave birth to a global dispersion of the Sikhs. With the formation of the Sikh Police Contingent in 1881, many Sikhs arrived in Singapore to seek employment as policemen, and then onwards the Sikh community gradually grew in numbers. Over the last 120 years the profile of the community has evolved, and this exhibition chronicles some stories of Sikhs, young and old, from diverse walks of life.

For more details, visit the IHC's website.

Programmes By The Malay Heritage Centre (MHC)

Tales of Sang Kancil (Interactive Workshop And Theatre Performance)

Venue: SISTIC Live Stream
Date: 8 Oct 2021 to 31 Mar 2022
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Fee: $300 (for the full programme which includes 1 performance, 2 workshops, student worksheets and parent/educators’ guide) | Purchase tickets here

Sang Kancil is a small and clever mousedeer who uses its wit and intelligence to triumph over creatures more powerful than itself in the animal kingdom. The Tales of Sang Kancil is a compilation of folktales for children based on adventures of Sang Kancil in the Malay world.

Combining elements from two cultural art forms, Indian Dance (e.g. Bharatanatyam) and Malay Dance (e.g. Inang and Zapin) to depict characters in the forest, this programme comprises a performance video and two traditional dance workshop videos. The programme is designed for children aged 4-8 years old to experience the various art forms and be introduced to traditional Malay musical instruments.

Tales of Sang Kancil will also be available from November 2021 in an accessible format that includes Singapore Sign Language interpretation as well as closed captions.

Travelling Exhibition | Celebrating Hari Raya: Stories From The Community

Venue: Heartbeat @ Bedok
Date: 30 Nov to 31 Dec 2021
Time: 6.30am to 9.30pm
Fee: Free

This exhibition highlights the key features of Hari Raya as well as personal stories from the community based on interviews conducted by students from Tanjong Katong Secondary School. Through these personal stories of teachers and students from diverse cultural backgrounds, we hope to share more about what Hari Raya means to those who celebrate it.

A Very Small Exhibition

Photo Credit: Malay Heritage Centre

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Façade
Date: 10 Oct to 31 Nov 2021
Time: 6pm to 10pm
Fee: Free

A Very Small Exhibition is a simple yet impactful light installation that uses existing light fixtures to transform a generally normal place into something more fantastical and fun. The installation is held in conjunction with World Mental Health Day.

Travelling Exhibition | Women In Action

Venue: Heartbeat @ Bedok
Date: 31 Oct to 30 Nov 2021
Time: 6.30am to 9.30pm
Fee: Free

Set between the late 1920s and 1970s, Women in Action! recovers the history of the movement of Malay women, which has largely been forgotten in recent memory. It features the political rallies, beauty pageants and pulp magazines of the period, which allowed for ideas around female emancipation and modernity to take hold amidst transformations in local society, and developments in post-war Malayan politics.

Art Encounters @MHC

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Lawn
Date: 6 Nov to 16 Dec 2021
Time: 10am to 6pm
Fee: Free

The sixth edition of Art Encounters by Art Outreach will return to the Malay Heritage Centre in Kampong Gelam from 6 November to 16 December 2021, featuring a vibrant site-specific installation by local artist duo Ripple Root that celebrates the history of the area as a flourishing port in the 19th century where travellers and tradesmen from the Malay Archipelago would gather. Titled Where Land Meets Sea, the installation will span two shipping containers and feature paintings and 3D cut-outs by Ripple Root in their signature bright and bold palettes that bring archival imagery from the Malay Heritage Centre’s collection and catalogues to life.

[Singapore Writers Festival] Meet The Author - Writer Spotlight: Hamed Ismail

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Date: 7 Nov 2021
Time: 11.30am to 12.30pm
Fee: Festival Pass with Registration required

Featuring Hamed Ismail and Moderated by Saiful Amri

If you watched Gerimis di Hati on Suria growing up in the early 2000s, did you know that the show was written by one of Singapore’s longest serving screenwriter – Hamed Ismail?

A well-known literary figure and recipient of the 2020/21 Tun Seri Lanang Literary Award, his television scripts have made audiences rejoice and cry since the early 80’s. Celebrate his journey in this special spotlight on his works spanning stage drama, poetry and short stories for over 30 years.

This programme is co-presented with Kamelia Co. Ltd in Malay, and includes a live Q&A towards the end of the session.

For more information, please visit the Singapore Writers Festival website.

[Singapore Writers Festival] Workshop #1 - Digital Comic-Writing And Illustration Workshop By M. Sharif Ishnin

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Date: 6 Nov 2021
Time: 10am to 1pm
Fee: $20

Uncover the art of storytelling in comics with comic artist M Sharif Ishnin. Drawing from his experiences at animation studio Animata Production and producing content for Cartoon Network, he breaks down how to outline, script and design comics in this workshop.

This programme is in Malay and is co-presented with Unggun Creative.

For more information, please visit the Singapore Writers Festival website.

[Singapore Writers Festival] Workshop #2 - Script-Writing Workshop By Jamal Ismail

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Date: 6 Nov 2021
Time: 3pm to 6pm
Fee: $20

Learn from seasoned scriptwriter and director Jamal Ismail who has worked at the Singapore Broadcasting Corporation (SBC), ASTRO (Malaysia) and several private production houses. In this workshop, he focuses storytelling, developing plot and characterisation, and creating believable dialogues.

This session is in Malay and is co-presented with Unggun Creative.

For more information, please visit the Singapore Writers Festival website.

Rentak Warisan With Sri Mahligai: Celebrating Our Cultural Heroes & Our Communities

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Facebook
Date: 10 Nov 2021
Time: 8pm to 10pm

In this edition of Rentak Warisan, MHC celebrates the musical heroes of Singapore. Many came here from other parts of the Nusantara to make a name for themselves and eventually called Singapore home. Get reacquainted with the sounds of The Swallows and the magic of Noormadiah in this mini tribute. Join in and share with us who your favourite musical heroes are and win attractive prizes!

Children’s Season: Heritage Hunt

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Date: 20 Nov to 31 Dec 2021
Time: 10am to 6pm, Daily
Admission: Free (Walk-in with registration)

This school holidays, come and have an adventure at the Malay Heritage Centre with our Heritage Hunt. This year, Heritage Hunters are to find hidden treasures in our galleries. Decipher the clues to unlock the code which will lead you along your quest.

[The Blangah Performance Lecture Series: Understanding The Cultured Vessel] Lecture 1: An Introduction

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Auditorium
Date: 20 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Fee: Free

Speakers: Mr Zaki Razak (a full time lecturer of Lasalle College of the Arts and an independent curator) & Mr Norisham Osman (Founder & Artistic Director of Kaizen M.D.)

Synopsis:
First performed in a conference in Graz, Austria, and to commence the series of performance lectures, this lecture aims to serve as an abstract (outline) and to introduce conceptual elements and principles associated to the rest of the four consecutive lectures.

The structure and sequence of the presentation comprises of a lecture with some performative elements, and also a physical movement exercise/demonstration. It aims to deconstruct the term ‘Blangah’ and relate it to diverse cultural aspects. Consecutively, the cultural aspects will be expounded in the rest of the lectures, i.e. the concept of ‘Blangah’ will be contextualised to its legends, rhythm, fabric and etiquette.

Selera Warisan: Ayam Masak Kicap With Izat Ibrahim

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre's Facebook / Instagram
Date: 26 Nov 2021
Time: 6pm
Fee: Free

Selera Warisan is MHC’s monthly cooking series that features different personalities and highlights their delicious cooking filled with tradition, heritage and memories.

This month, we feature Mr Izat Ibrahim, as he prepares Ayam Masak Kicap.

[Cerita Kita Series] Impact Of The 1824 Anglo-Dutch Treaty On The Politics Of Johor Riau

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Auditorium / Facebook Live
Date: 27 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Fee: Free

Speakers: Benjamin Khoo, Kwa Chong Guan, AP Peter Borschberg

This lecture will look into the mission of the Dutch ambassador Christiaan van Angelbeek to Riau in 1825 to explain to him the division of the Johor-Riau empire. Between 1819 and 1824 the Dutch government had promised the Riau court that they would preserve the unity of Johor-Riau. They now had the delicate task of explaining the Riau court that they were losing Johor, Pahang and Singapore.

From the documents, it transpires that the Yamtuan Muda Raja Jaafar did not want to divide his kingdom despite the Treaty of London, 1824 and that Angelbeek had to persuade him to do so. How did Angelbeek convince him? Why did Raja Jaafar decide to 'donate’ these lands? Did Sultan Hussein reply or accept this decision? And why wasn’t this widely known? These are some of the questions that we will try to explain based on the mission of this ambassador in 1825.

Cerita: Stories Special Exhibition

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Date: 11 Dec 2021 to 29 May 2022
Time: 10am to 6pm
Admission: Free

Envisioned more as a pit-stop on a journey that will continue through MHC’s planned revamp from 2022 to 2024, Cerita shines the spotlight on the shared stories as well as the role of the storyteller through an array of selected artefacts and signature collaborations that MHC has presented over the past decade. Cerita hopes to indulge both returning and new MHC audiences to discover fresh insights and perspectives on Malay culture and heritage.

[Cerita Kita Series] Peranakan Singapura: Town Malays In Colonial Singapore And Their Forgotten Clubs, Associations And Built Legacies

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Auditorium + Facebook Live (@malayheritage) Date: 11 Dec 2021
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Admission: Free

Speaker: Dr Imran Tajudeen

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a newspaper and a number of clubs and associations in Singapore employed the term Peranakan as their cultural designator. While the dominant present-day use of this term in Singapore associates it with Peranakan Chinese, this was not the case for any of these groups. Playing on the collective term Jawi Peranakan/Pekan, the term Town Malays is here used to denote the diverse Malayo-Nusantara and other Muslim Peranakan groups living in urban and suburban Singapore who constitute part of the Malay community here. This talk surveys the forgotten clubs and associations they formed, and continues from a previous session that extended the histories of Singapore Malays beyond Kampong Gelam to consider historical connections across ethnicities and place histories connecting different neighbourhoods in colonial Singapore. The presentation retraces changes in the plural and fluid identity formations through urban civic life and comes from a larger research project on the social histories of the Malays, other Nusantara groups, and the Arab and Indian Jawi Peranakan/Pekan in colonial Singapore.

[The Blangah Performance Lecture Series: Understanding the Cultured Vessel] Lecture Two: Understanding the Legends

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Auditorium + Facebook Live (@malayheritage) Date: 18 Dec 2021
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Admission: Free

Introduction by: Zaki Razak
Interactive storytelling by: Jumaini Ariff (A children's book author & Malay Language Ambassador)
Academic commentary by: Dr Kartini Anwar (Lecturer in Malay Literature from National Institute of Education)
Discussion moderated by: Zaki Razak

Synopsis
This lecture aims to compile, highlight and perform an interactive storytelling based on significant mention of Telok Blangah in Malay legends; to pay emphasis on the shore which associates itself to significant historical personalities such as Sang Nila Utama, Hang Nadim and Radin Mas. Many know of the outline of respective legends but few would enquire why the events took place at Telok Blangah. This is to be followed by critical and additional notes and commentaries by an academic who could share both modern and classical perspectives from a literary educational and national context.

Selera Warisan: Macaroni Sambal with Farhan Shah

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Facebook + Instagram (@malayheritage)
Date: 31 Dec 2021
Time: 6pm
Admission: Free

Selera Warisan is MHC’s monthly cooking series that features different personalities and highlights their delicious cooking filled with tradition, heritage and memories.

This month, we feature Mr Farhan Shah, as he prepares Macaroni Sambal.

Programmes By Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall

Modern Women Of The Republic: Fashion And Progress In China And Singapore Exhibition

Photo Credit: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, Gallery 5
Date: Ongoing till 12 Dec 2021
Time: Tue to Fri, 10am to 5pm
Fee: Free

The exhibition showcases over 90 artefacts and archival photographs from China and Singapore from the late 1800s to 1970s, a period when women’s roles and lifestyles saw the most drastic changes. Journey through time and contemplate about the concept of the "modern woman" against the different historical periods.

Wan Qing CultureFest X Children’s Season 2021

Photo Credit: National Heritage Board

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 20 to 28 Nov 2021
Admission: Free

Wan Qing CultureFest presents an array of fun activities including craft workshops and dramatised storytelling. The festival will also feature engaging online activities via the SYSNMH Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sysnmh) and Instagram page, where young audiences will get to learn about Modern Women’s changes in fashion, roles and statuses.

Wan Qing CultureFest 2021 will also be held in conjunction with Children’s Season 2021. Held during the end-year school holidays, join Xiao Qing to explore traditional Chinese women’s fashion through an array of fun-filled activities such as an interactive heritage hunt, and bring home a specially curated bilingual language learning activity kit!

Children’s Season 2021

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 20 Nov to 31 Dec 2021
Admission: Free

This Children’s Season, in conjunction with Wan Qing CultureFest 2021, join Xiao Qing to explore traditional Chinese women’s fashion through an array of fun-filled activities such as interactive heritage hunt and bilingual language learning activity kit!

[Workshop] Illustrate Like A Fashion Designer

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 6 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm
Fee: $10 | Register here

This hands-on workshop will explore new and interactive methods of illustrations for fashion-forward creations. Participants will dabble in contemporary drawing techniques and other novel methods as a channel for future fashion dialogues. Hosted by a LASALLE alumni and the first Singapore artist shortlisted for the LOEWE Craft Prize, Ashley Yeo as well as Lecturer-in-charge of BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Textile Programme, LASALLE, Martin Boone.

[Workshop] Be A Perfumer - Create Your Own Signature Scent

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 13 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm
Fee: $10 Register here

Did you know that the ‘Osmanthus Breeze’ scent at our special exhibition was specially created by Givaudan? In this perfumery workshop conducted by Givaudan, you will get to learn about a perfume creation process, explore various perfume accords and types of famous fine fragrances. Get to express your personality through scents and bring home your very own bespoke scents at the end of the session. Grab this one-time opportunity to be a perfumer now!

Behind The Scenes “Conserva-Tour”: Perspectives From Curator And Conservator

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 20 Nov 2021
Time: 10.30pm
Fee: Free | Register here

Be part of this “conserva-tour” where you’ll get to explore behind-the-scene stories of the garments on display at our special exhibition Modern Women of the Republic: Fashion and Progress in China and Singapore. Led by Tan Yan Ni, curator-in-charge of the special exhibition and Geraldine Sim, a textile conservator, this tour will guide you through the exhibits, learn about their historical significance, the material used, the decorative elements and the challenge of conservation. The best part? You’ll get pro-tips on how to care for your heirloom garments and textiles that you can apply at home!

Conversing With The Wardrobe: The “Three Nos” In Modern Spending Culture

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 14 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm
Fee: Free | Register here

Find out the “Three Nos” in the fashion trends throughout the past century. Explore with Dr. I Lo-fen, Founder and Honarary Chairman of Singapore registered Text and Image Studies Society, on the impact of various fashion markets, its influence on consumers’ fashion style and the use of clothes as a medium for self-expression.

Tips & Secrets For Videography And Vlogging By JEI CREATIVE

Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 27 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm
Fee: $10 | Register here

In this hands-on workshop, participants will get to learn the basic techniques of photography and video production through a lecture, demonstrations and interactive sessions. Challenge yourself and create a video documenting your experiences with your own equipment at Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to learn how to vlog from the award-winning photographer, videographer and short film director Yu Jiang.

Programmes By Various Museums

Children’s Season 2021: Fantastic Critters & Where To Find Them

Venue: Various on-site locations and on I Love Museums Facebook
Date: 20 Nov to 31 Dec 2021
Time: Various timings
Admission: Free

Go on a hunt for Fantastic Critters at the museums during the December school holidays! Collect your copy of the Fantastic Critters Activity Booklet at any of the participating museums, and complete the activities listed in the booklet to collect specially designed critter stickers.

Collect all 15 critter stickers to redeem limited edition prizes from the Museum Roundtable. The Fantastic Critters Activity Booklet also includes a listing of holiday programmes at the museums for you and your family to enjoy, so get ready to grab your copy in November!

More details will be available on the Children’s Season 2021 programme page, closer to date.

Museum Roundtable 25th Anniversary Travelling Exhibition

Venue: Various locations
Date: 1 Dec 2021 to Jan 2022
Time: Various timings, depending on venue opening hours
Admission: Free

In celebration of the Museum Roundtable’s 25th Anniversary in 2021, the NHB will be collaborating with more than 20 museums to co-present a travelling exhibition that showcases milestone achievements of the Museum Roundtable (MR) and individual artefact highlights from participating MR members.

Apart from viewing the unique collections of various museums, visitors can also stand a chance to win museum souvenirs and coupons for use at the participating MR museums.

More details will be available here, closer to date.

Online Programmes

Make Your Own Kueh Bath Bomb!

Venue: Online
Date & Time: 6 Nov 2021, 2pm to 3pm | 12 Dec 2021, 2.30pm to 3.30pm
Fee: $5

Kueh, a type of snack or dessert food, has become a staple in Singaporean food culture. These colourful delectables are a highlight during celebratory occasions such as weddings, new births, and festivals. Come join our fun Zoom workshop and make your own kueh-inspired bath bomb!

A kueh bath bomb making kit is available for collection with every ticket purchased.

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Celebrate Deepavali 2021: Dance With Us: Oyilattam!

Venue: Online
Date: 7 Nov 2021
Time: 2.30pm to 3.30pm
Fee: Free

Oyilattam, meaning dance of grace, is an Indian traditional folk dance comprising elegant and rhythmic steps with the use of two handkerchiefs. Come join us for this lively Zoom dance workshop with your friends or family!

This workshop will be conducted in English and is open to all ages and fitness levels.

Relax With Indian Traditional Exercise

Venue: Online
Date: 7 Nov 2021
Time: 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Fee: Free

Feeling stressed or needing to relax? Traditional Indian yoga techniques can help you improve both your physical and mental wellness. Join our Zoom workshop to find out more about these traditional exercises and leave rejuvenated and refreshed!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Chinese Tea Appreciation

Venue: Online
Date & Time: 13 Nov 2021, 2pm to 3pm | 11 Dec 2021, 12pm to 1pm
Fee: Free

The act of brewing and drinking tea is regarded as a cultural art form where different methods of brewing are used for different types of tea. While most varieties of Chinese tea can be served at any occasion and paired with any dish, some say there are preferred combinations with selected food.

Want to know more? Come join us in this online talk and immerse yourself in the world of Chinese tea!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Dance With Us: Fun With Bhangra!

Venue: Online
Date & Time: 14 Nov 2021, 12pm to 1pm | 18 Dec 2021, 4pm to 5pm
Fee: Free

Originating in Punjab, bhangra was performed to celebrate the spring harvest and has since evolved into the energetic dance that it is today. Put on your dancing outfit and come join this expressive Zoom dance workshop fit for all experience levels!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Introduction To Sundanese Gamelan

Venue: Online
Date: 14 Nov 2021
Time: 2pm – 3pm
Fee: Free

Gamelan, a genre of ensemble instrumental music, is renowned for its distinct layered and percussive sounds. Originating from West Java, Sundanese Gamelan often accompanies dances and wayang golek (three-dimensional rod-puppet theatre). Come join us in this Zoom session to learn more about Sundanese Gamelan and hear the instruments in action!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Make Your Own Kueh Salat Soap!

Venue: Online
Date & Time: 14 Nov 2021, 4pm to 5pm | 19 Dec 2021, 4pm to 5pm
Fee: $5

Kueh salat is a popular teatime snack made by layering fragrant coconut and pandan custard over packed glutinous sticky rice. Join our exciting Zoom workshop to make your very own soap inspired by this well-loved delicacy!

A kueh salat soap making kit is available for collection with every ticket purchased.

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Introduction To Wushu

Venue: Online
Date & Time: 20 Nov 2021, 2pm to 3.30pm | 11 Dec 2021, 2pm to 3.30pm
Fee: Free

The martial art of wushu not only builds strength and agility, but also cultivates discipline and endurance. Join us in this introductory Zoom workshop to learn more about the history of this sport and put your wushu moves into practice!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Explore Your Neighbourhood Series: Virtual Tour By The Intan

Venue: Online
Date: 21 Nov 2021
Time: 2.30pm to 3.30pm
Fee: Free

The Intan is a private heritage home-museum by Alvin Yapp featuring a collection of all things Peranakan. Showcasing a multitude of artefacts, food, and personal stories by the collector himself, join us on this Zoom tour of the Intan to step into the world of Peranakan culture and history!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Our Roots: Stories Of The Orang Laut

Venue: Online
Date: 21 Nov 2021
Time: 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Fee: Free

The Orang Laut, or people of the sea, have a unique history in Singapore that goes back generations. Come join this Zoom talk to learn more about how the Orang Laut lived, their identity, food and culture, in this compelling storytelling session by a 4th generation Orang Laut!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Introduction To Balinese Gamelan

Venue: Online
Date: 18 Dec 2021
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Fee: Free

Gamelan, a genre of ensemble instrumental music, is renowned for its distinct layered and percussive sounds. Often characterised by its vibrant and bright acoustic percussion, Balinese Gamelan commonly accompanies events and religious ceremonies. Come join us in this Zoom session to learn more about Balinese Gamelan and hear the instruments in action!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.

Manage Your Emotions And Stress With TCM

Venue: Online
Date: 19 Dec 2021
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Fee: Free

An accumulation of the five emotions in Traditional Chinese Medicine – Anger, Joy, Worry, Grief and Fear – can be exacerbated by stress and contribute to illness. Come join us in this highly beneficial Zoom talk to find out how you can employ TCM techniques and recipes to better manage your stress!

This session is open to all ages and will be conducted in English.