Interesting School Holiday Activities 2016 – Part 2

Here are more interesting school holiday activities that you and your family could enjoy together.  After weeks of stressful final year exams, it is time to relax!  Please “Like” this article if you find it useful.

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School Holiday Activities – Part 1

School Holiday Activities–Part 3

Free Zumba Classes at City Square Mall

Workout for your kids and Get active for FREE at City Square Mall! For all Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays (except 5th Sunday of the month), from right now till end of the year, City Square Mall will be hosting different mall workout routines classes like Zumba and aerobics for everyone to get in action! Mall Workouts provides an hour-long workout that is fun, interesting and action-packed. Use it as an opportunity to have bonding time with your family, friends and community or as a means  to wind down and rest after a hard day’s work!

Fitness at Work

Date: Every Thursday
Time: 6.45pm
Venue: B1 Fountain Square
Register at http://hpb.gov.sg/getactive

Zumba @ Celebrity Fitness

Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: B1 Fountain Square
Register at Celebrity Fitness, City Square Mall (#06-02/04)

Health Promoting Mall Workouts

Date: Every Sunday (Except 5th Sunday of the month)
Time: 9am
Venue: L1 City Green
No pre-registration required. Visit www.hpb.gov.sg/health-promoting-malls for more info.

Date:

22 September till end of the year

Time:

9.00am – 7.30pm

Venue:

City Square Mall

Admission:

FREE!!!

Education and Enrichment Fair

The Education & Enrichment Fair at City Square Mall houses many fun and exciting School Holiday Activities such as a Science Magic Show, Sculpted Balloon Performance and Future Card Buddyfight Workshops. City Square Mall’s Education and Enrichment tenants will also be showcasing the different classes and activities they have to offer.

Here are the details of the various activities:

Science Magic Show

Time: 2.00pm
Date: 19th & 20th Nov

Sculpted Balloon Performance

Time: 6.30pm
Date: 19th & 20th Nov

Future Card Buddyfight Workshops

Time: 11.00am to 9.00pm
Date: 19th & 20th Nov

Here are the participating education centres involved in this year’s Education & Enrichment Fair:

· Eye Level

· Genius R Us

· Global Art

· Heguru Singapore

· People Impact

· Perfect Pitch

· SSTC Institute

· Stepping Out Studios

· The Music Lab

Date:

Saturday, 19 November and Sunday, 20 November 2016

Time:

9.00am – 7.30pm

Venue:

L1 Atrium at City Square Mall

Admission:

FREE!!!

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The group’s performance will mark the very first time a tightrope has been extended across the Singapore River for a balancing act. Be sure to catch the incredible spectacle with your family and friends!

Date:

4th to 5th November 2016

Time:

8.00pm and 9.30pm

Venue:

Read Bridge, Clarke Quay

Admission:

FREE!!!

Kids Yoga by Happy Kids Fitness

Children Yoga course is founded on traditional yoga exercise as well as the Kidding Around Yoga exercise (‘KAY’) method and make use of storytelling, video games, music, singing, lots and dance of additional fun and innovative equipment and actions to expose yoga to children.

The class contains the practice of asanas (yoga poses), pranayama ( inhaling and exhaling methods) and help kids extend their particular bodies and concentrate their brains, all whilst having fun. A healthy School Holiday Activities for kids.

Date:

5th November 2016

Time:

4.00pm

Venue:

Read Bridge, Clarke Quay

Admission:

FREE!!!   Register at urbanremedyriverkidsyoga.peatix.com

Barre Bootcamp by Barre 2 Barre

This blended levels class uses the building blocks of BarreAmped coupled with cardio periods losing fat more quickly than endured stamina training, making it ideal for ALL health levels. BarreAmped Bootcamp will certainly shake up your workout! This school may be the many fun & effective method to burn up  lose fat, fat and alter your body.

Date:

5th November 2016

Time:

5.00pm

Venue:

Read Bridge, Clarke Quay

Admission:

FREE!!! Register at urbanremedyriverbarre.peatix.com

Pound Workshop by Grace Sagaya

Applying Ripstix®, POUND® transforms lick into an effective method of working out incredibly. Created for almost all fitness amounts, POUND® offers the ideal ambiance for allowing  loose, toning up, obtaining energized and rockin ‘ out! The workout is usually easily flexible and the choice vibe and welcoming viewpoint attracts males and ladies of most age groups and capabilities.

Date:

5th November 2016

Time:

6.00pm

Venue:

Read Bridge, Clarke Quay

Admission:

FREE!!! Register at urbanremedyriverbarre.peatix.com

Wishing you a happy School Holiday!

Sources: http://www.srf.sg/, https://www.facebook.com/citysquaremall/

Fun Weekends in Singapore

See a list of ALL FREE activities recommended for you and your family this weekend!

Melissa, Shall We Dance?

5 minutes is all you need to fall in love with dance! Catch the roving group of professional dancers from Jazz Inc who’ll educate you on a snazzy dance move or two. All you have to do is pick from a list of styles. Be cautious, once you begin, it’s hard to stop.

Your free five-minute dance lesson is brought to you by Melissa Shoes Singapore.

Date:

14 – 16 Oct 2016 (Fri – Sun)

Time:

6.30pm & 7.45pm

Venue:

Espanade, Various Locations

Admission:

FREE!!!

Rasas – Kandyan Dance

Kandyan Dance is a ritual-dance custom that only evolved into a performance art in the 20th century. Its origin can be traced back again to pre-Buddhist moments, and since it was preserved through oral tradition, it is quite obvious that the ritual theatre, like all living art forms, offers been changing through the years: discarding some components and absorbing others, progressing and adapting. It was only in the 1930s, with the emergence of Chitrasena, a virtuoso in the traditional dance forms of Sri Lanka and his innovative work in getting the dance to the stage, that this ancient art form was given new life. Chitrasena, determined to keep the historic dance forms alive in a world that was rapidly changing, adapted and refined it to match the modern stage.

The most well-known of Kandyan dances, Ves, is derived from these ritual dances and features elaborate costumes and headgear that are considered to be sacred. Performed only by men originally, Ves was adapted for feminine dancers in the 20th century.

Established in the 1940s the Chitrasena Dance Firm is definitely Sri Lanka’s oldest & most prestigious dance company. Reputed for being the pioneers and revolutionists in the dance sphere in Sri Lanka – the business continues to experiment without compromise and pursues their objective of preserving the original dance forms while innovating within them.

Date and Time:

14 Oct 2016 : 7.15pm & 9pm
15 Oct 2016 : 6.15pm, 7.30pm & 9pm
16 Oct 2016 : 6.30pm & 8.15pm

Venue:

Espanade, Outdoor Theatre

Admission:

FREE!!!

Rasas – Lakhaon Kaol

Lakhaon Kaol is one of Cambodia’s oldest classical dance forms. Stone inscriptions from the tenth century reveal the form was originally called Phea Ny – produced from Sanskrit and meaning to inform or recite a tale. Phea Ny was performed by male dancers and musicians and shares this characteristic exclusively, amongst others, with the present-day Lakhaon Kaol. All performers are masked except for those taking female roles.

Cambodians respect Lakhaon Kaol while a sacred talent with overtones of a spiritual ritual. Yet, regardless of its sacred character, Lakhaon Kaol also serves as entertainment at particular occasions within families, at monasteries and to welcome visitors to a village. It offers only one narrative: the tale of Reamker, the Cambodian version of the Hindu Ramayana epic which came to Cambodia in the sixth century.

Performances of Lakhaon Kaol are accompanied by the Pin Paet ensemble, the traditional Cambodian classical orchestra. The dance was typically performed around enough time of Khmer New Calendar year to purge the city of bad omens and as an entreaty to the gods to bring villagers pleasure and fertility.

Amrita Performing Arts is an International NGO located in Phnom Penh, committed to creating Cambodian contemporary theater and dance, responding to the creative drive of a young generation of performers passionately focused on ushering their country’s ancient executing arts heritage into the future. Founded in 2003 with a mission to help revive and preserve the wide spectral range of Cambodia’s traditional carrying out arts, the ongoing company has evolved to focus more on modern creativeness in theater and dance. Amrita Performing Arts produces fully staged productions of modern Cambodian theater and dance featuring professional Cambodian performers.

Date and Time:

14 – 16 Oct 2016 : 8.30pm

14 & 15 Oct 2016 : 7.30pm

15 Oct 2016 : 6.30pm

Venue:

Espanade, Concourse

Admission:

FREE!!!

Baby Market

Voted the BEST Baby Fair by local mummies, Baby Marketplace is the Simply no.1 LARGEST Baby Exhibition in Southeast Asia! Boosting tens of thousands of brands and products, this massive baby display is the perfect spot to try, test, compare and enjoy exclusive offers!

This mega baby event aims to bring the largest names in the maternity, baby and family industries exclusively, all you and baby need under one roof just. You name it, it had been got by us! Expect invaluable advice, unique offers and great bargains on your own favourite products and services and free essential facilities for both you and your little one, plus a range of fun features and entertainment for all the family!

If you are a parent expecting or planning a family, Baby Market Fair may be the accepted place for you personally. Come experience the enjoyment and all that Baby Market has to offer!

THE LARGEST BABY FAIR IN SOUTH EAST ASIA where main brands of Strollers, Carseats, Cots, Carriers, Slings, Feeding Apparatus, Toys, Baby Gadgets, Maternity Treatment & necessities shall be at!

Date:

14/10/2016 – 15/10/2016

Time:

11am – 9pm (Fri-Sat)

Venue:

Singapore Expo, Hall 5

Admission:

FREE!!!

TOP Interior & Furniture Show

Major home show of the full year, TOP Interior & Furniture Show brings to you a few of the top names in interior design and furniture. Supported by the most well-known and set up ID firms, shop with ease as many are CaseTrust and RCMA accredited firms. Additionally, there are installment programs with selected vendors to make it easier to get that new home appearance. Don’t miss attractive discount from your own favourite international mattress brands with prices ranging from the budget friendly to top quality luxurious. The display also features all of the must-haves for a house including natural leather and fabric sofas, solid wood furniture, closet systems, flooring, curtains, wall and wallpaper panels, invisible grilles, laundry systems, induction cookers and more!

Date:

08/10/2016 – 16/10/2016

Time:

12:00PM-10:00PM

Venue:

Singapore Expo, Hall 7

Admission:

FREE!!!

Wish you a great weekend,

Kids Activities During the September School Holidays

It is a relatively short school holidays for our Singapore Primary and Secondary students.  Usually after this Term 3 short school holidays, there will be the final year exams. So for most students, it is always not Play and No Work!  Nevertheless, children should be given some time off to enjoy the school holidays and charge up their energy before the final sprint to the end of Term 4.

Here is a list of activities that are recommended for your children and your family to enjoy and providing chances of bonding by doing so.

Have a PAW-SOME School Holiday at City Square Mall

PAW PATROL to the rescue!
Celebrate this September School Holidays with PAW PATROL’s first ‘Live’ Show in Asia, from 3 to 11 Sep.

Live Show
3 – 11 Sep, daily except Monday
Tue – Fri: 2pm and 7pm
Sat & Sun: 1pm, 4pm and 7pm

Meet & Greet Sessions
3 – 11 Sep, daily except Monday
B2, beside travelator
Tue – Fri: 2.45pm and 7.45pm
Sat & Sun: 1.45pm, 4.45pm and 7.45pm

Date:

2 Sep – 11 Sep 2016

Time: 

See Above

Venue:

City Square Mall, L1 Atrium

Admission: 

FREE Shows

Get up-close and shake paws with Chase and Marshall. Redeem a Meet & Greet pass to each session with $50* spent, 50 passes per session.
Plus, redeem a PAW PATROL Dog Bone Mini Cushion and PAW PATROL Snap A Pic Pass with a minimum spending of $150*. Limited to first 4000 redemption.

The Magic Lantern

A thrilling tale of any filial son who braves all probabilities to save his mother!
Based upon an Oriental folktale, The Magic Lantern depicts the story of Chen Xiang, born by a banned marriage between a beautiful goddess and a human. The ever-righteous deity Er Lang Shen disapproves of the matrimony and imprisons Chen Xiang’s mother under a mountain. Determined to rescue her, Chen Xiang sets out to deal with an unattainable battle. Can filial piety and love conquer most?

This modern day adaptation enables children to discover determination and filial piety, through an participating presentation of traditional rod and hand puppetry. Brought to life though theatrical elements and live music performance, children can experience firsthand these kinds of exquisite traditional puppets.

Date:

2 Sep – 11 Sep 2016

Time: 

9 Sep 2016 : 10.30am & 2pm

10 & 11 Sep 2016 : 2pm & 6pm

Venue:

Esplanade Theatre Studio

Admission: 

$22. Family Package of 4 @ $20 each.   Buy Tickets Here

Ultimate Fun

Date:

Till 12 Sep 2016

Time: 

2pm – 9pm

Venue:

Downtown East, Event Square

Admission: 

See Above Prices

POPULAR Buffet at EXPO

POPULAR Buffet at EXPO is back! Shoppers can treat themselves to a generous portion of English books, Chinese books and CDs from the buffet selection.

So come on down to the POPULAR Buffet@EXPO and check out all our mouth-watering deals that can’t be missed.

Time and Date:

01/09/16 – 11am – 3pm: Admission for POPULAR Members  and Citibank Credit/Debit Cardmembers

01/09/16 (3pm – 9pm) -04/09/16: Admission for Public

Venue:

Expo Hall 5B

Admission:

FREE!

Alice in Wonderland 爱丽丝梦游仙境

After having a sold out tour across China and Tiawan and for the very first time in Singapore, this family members musical launch at Places World Sentosa.
Alice, a young beautiful girl filled with dreams, chases a speaking white bunny and comes into a rabbit hole. Alice suddenly discovers herself within a magical world where the girl encounters a vibrant array of characters including the gorgeous Duchess, the mysterious master Caterpillar, the ever smart Cheshire Cat, the Red Queen as well as the Knave of Hearts. Amongst the dream and craziness, Alice understands she requires not only bravery, but also wisdom and a little magic of Wonderland to save her close friends.

Join Alice on this charming musical live and experience cutting-edge 3D virtual performances that’s not to be missed..

Date:

Sep 11, 2016 – Sep 12, 2016

Time: 

Various

Venue:

Resorts World Theatre

8 Sentosa Gateway

Singapore 098269

Admission: 

S$38.00 – S$88.00 (Exclude booking fee)

Buy Tickets

Barney’s Greatest Hits

For the younger kids, they might love this.

or Barney followers! Barney great friends will be proud to present the “Barney’s Finest Hits”!
It’s time to sing and party with the purple dinosaur, Barney and his close friends Baby Bop, BJ and Riff, through this high-energy track and dance live on the stage. To celebrate Barney’s love and care over more than 25 years, a new musical of Barney’s popular and favorite songs all-in-one show. Children, let’s raise up your hands, shake the body, move the feet and sing-along with Barney from this super-de-dooper musical show!

Barney leads the little audiences towards the imaginative adventure tour. They go to the Musical Castle and meet the King; then they visit outer space to go to the purple planet. Finally Barney, BJ, Baby Bop and Riff present the very best hits and there will be lots of fun for everybody!

Do not miss the chance to sing, dance and move along with Barney and BJ, Baby Bop and Riff in Barney’s Greatest Hits!

Date:

Fri, 9 – Sun, 11 Sep 2016

Time:

Fri – Sat: 2pm, 5pm
Sat & Sun: 11am
Sun: 2pm

“Grow With Nature” Drama Series: The Invisible King of the Jungle (A Drama Workshop)

Suitable for children in K1 – P6 Levels

Through nature, we can learn and grow in character. The rich biodiversity in nature makes it a good teaching tool to develop children’s character through dramatisation. Children will be encouraged to care for nature and be aware of its biodiversity. In this workshop, learn the importance of honesty and reliability.

Date:

Wed, 07 Sep 2016

Time:

10:00AM – 11:00AM

Designed to stimulate the interest of the young and inculcate in them an appreciation of our forests.The Nature Keeper Camp will be carried out at Dairy Farm Nature Park. The one day nature camp also aims to nurture young minds in active protection and conservation of our natural heritage.

Date:

Thu, 08 Sep 2016

Time:

09:00AM – 17:00PM

Singapore School Holiday Fun 2

Here is another list of recommendations for activities during the June Singapore School Holidays.

Check out other Singapore School Holidays articles:

• Singapore School Holidays Fun 1
• FREE Meet and Greet Programmes for Kids

Hope you have a great School Holiday!

Civic District Events

Kids’ Zone (7.30am – 12.00pm)

Your kids will enjoy these fun filling activities happening every Sunday.  Enjoy family-friendly activities such as turning a pebble into an ornamental art piece, taking part in the ‘Plants & Culture’ plant propagation activity, sketching and colouring, or having fun at everybody’s favourite bouncy castles.

Monument Trail (9.00am – 10.30am / 10.30am – 12.00pm)

Visit the historical landmarks of the Civic District that tell the story of Singapore’s history, growth and development. Learn more about the heritage and other interesting trees around the vicinity. The Monument Trail starts at Cavenagh Bridge near the mouth of the Singapore River, once the heart of Singapore’s commercial activity and entrepôt trade, and brings you through Empress Place and Esplanade Park before ending at War Memorial Park.

To register for the 9.00am to 10.30am session, please click here.

To register for the 10.30am to 11.30am session, please click here.

Safe Riding Clinic (8.00am to 12.00pm)

Think you are a safe rider? Put your riding habits to test at our specially designed course. Safe for kids and adults alike, have fun as you tackle situations in daily life. Bicycles and helmets will be provided. You are also welcome to give the course a try with your own personal mobility devices.

Civic District Tree Trail (9.30am – 11.00am)

Explore Singapore’s historic Civic District and be awed by many majestic and interesting trees, some of which have stood tall for many generations and witnessed the transformation and progress of Singapore through the years. Join us as we take you through part of the trail starting from Raffles Landing to CHIJMES.

To register for the Civic District Tree Trail, please click here.

To explore the entire 3km tree trail on your own, please download the DIY trail e-guide on NParks’ website.

Sketching Get-together with Artist (4.30pm – 6.30pm)

Rediscover Civic District through art during this Singapore School Holidays! Join professional artist, Chankerk, on this sketching adventure, and pick up tips on how to capture the rich heritage and scenic sights of Civic District.

To register, please click here.

Date

Every Sunday. Till Sun, 31 Jul 2016

Time

07:30AM – 12:00PM

Venue

Esplanade Park,
Esplanade Lawn

Fees

FREE!!!

Children’s Season 2016

Wanting your child to be a young scientist and being able to satisfy his inquisitive mind?

If yes, may sure you check out these fun activities that fan across Children’s Season!

Date

Till 23 June 2016

Time

See Above brochure

Venue

Singapore Science Center

Fees

See Above brochure

Here are some of the other fun activities that is happening in the Singapore Science Center.

“I am a Science Explorer” Gallery Trail

Terms & Conditions

• Redeem a souvenir for each completed trail with all TEN correct answers from 10.15am to 5.45pm at the Visitor Services Centre (while stocks last).
• Gift redemption is only valid for children aged 12 years and below.
• Gift redemption is limited to one per child.
• Gift cannot be exchanged.
• Science Centre Singapore reserves the rights to amend any terms and conditions without prior notice.

Fun Science Chemistry Workshop

Terms & Conditions

• Limited to 40 participants per session. Price is exclusive of GST and admin charges. Admission charges to Science Centre may apply.
• Click on the links for registration on the following dates:
   10 Jun: www.regonline.sg/funchem100616

Family Programmes

Here are some of the activities that you and your kids could join together and having fun exploring and learning science together!

Makers, let’s shrunk their kids!

(Kids (8-12 years old) and Parents

Join our makers this June Singapore School Holidays and venture into their world of microscopy! Collect specimens from the garden and discover new things as you examine them up close through the microscope. Visit our showcase of the different types of microscopes used to examine objects and how each of their unique features help see different features of the microscopic world.
And lastly, understand how microscopes work and make a small DIY microscope that can be attached onto your camera phone for more pictures taking fun! So let’s sneak a peek! It’s time to make small things look big, and big things even bigger! Be a crime buster!

Date

11 June 2016

Time

10am to 12.30pm (150 min)

Venue

EcoLab @ Science Centre

Fees

S$40 per family pair*

S$20 for each additional participant*

*Please note that additional 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST), online payment processing fee and credit card surcharge will be added to the final total amount.

The cost for this programme does not include admission to Science Centre (applicable only for non-members). It is based on the standard local resident rate (proof of identity required to enjoy this rate).

Online registration and payment: https://www.regonline.sg/shrinkurkids2016

B.F.F (Bacteria. Fungi. Fermentation)

Kids (8-12 years old) and Parents

Do you know not all bacteria and fungi are disease-causing microbes that make us sick? Do you know some of them are important in helping us make many different  kinds of delicious and nutritious food that we love? Uncover the secrets of the more than a thousand- year- old food production method, fermentation and learn how bacteria and fungi convert sugars into other amazing products through fun experiments and bread baking! So join us for a unique family bonding workshop created specially for you, by you!

Date

18 June 2016

Time

9:30am to 12:30pm (180 min)

Venue

Kitchen Lab @ Science Centre

Fees

S$40 per family pair*

S$20 for each additional participant*

*Please note that additional 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST), online payment processing fee and credit card surcharge will be added to the final total amount.

The cost for this programme does not include admission to Science Centre (applicable only for non-members). It is based on the standard local resident rate (proof of identity required to enjoy this rate).

Online registration and payment: https://www.regonline.sg/BFFsourdoughjune2016

Curator-led Tour: Night at the Museum

Bonding with your kids with this family programme during this Singapore School Holidays. Sign up for a night of fun and parent-child bonding at the museum as a SAM curator, Andrea Fam, introduces you to the artworks and brings you on a journey of discovery around Imaginarium: Over the Ocean, Under the Sea.

Each ticket admits one child aged 7 – 15 years old or one adult.

Date

Wednesday, 22 June 2016

Time

7-8pm

Venue

SAM at 8Q

Fees

$12

Buy Ticket Here.

Toddler Art Workshop

Come and explore works of contemporary art at Singapore Art Museum this Singapore School Holidays with the children-focused exhibition – Imaginarium: Over the Ocean, Under the Sea. Use your experience as inspiration for parent-child art-making in the workshop space with Jelly Bean Attic. Suitable for children from ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Date

Tuesday, 7 June, 14 June, 21 June, 28 June 2016

Time

10.30am – 11.30am

Venue

SAM at 8Q

Fees

$35 for each toddler accompanied by an adult. All materials will be provided

Register Here.

Sources: www.singaporeartmuseum.sg, www.science.edu.sg

Pets Picnic Party

If you own pets, this is the time for you to bring them to the grandest PET party in Singapore.   This is the 3rd time, Pets Picnic Party is organised in Singapore.  If you missed out the previous events, do not miss the fun this time round.   The objective of the Pet Pinic Party is to foster a strong bond within the local canine-loving community. The Pet Pinic Party is Singapore’s largest outdoor picnic party for pooches and their owners.  It gives dog owners an avenue to mix and mingle with like-minded individuals and families, and encourages paw-rents to spend more time with their furkids.

Spend a fun day at the marina with your furry pal—indulge in food, drinks, games, and more!  Register now!

For more information, log on to www.petsmagazine.com.sg.