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Origami: From Traditional to Modern
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Eat Right, Get Moving, A Healthier Child
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Know more about this history of origami in this exhibition showcasing its development. There will be local and international designs on display.
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Join this interactive session on helping your child to cultivate healthier eating habits and live an active lifestyle.
Check out this collection of historic and contemporary wedding photographs taken at Singapore’s national monuments.
Geylang Serai: The Making of Malay Emporium
Come and attend this talk to hear about the historical development of Geylang Serai and its key personalities.
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editor’s note
Dear Readers How time flies – more than half of 2013 has gone by – have you visited the libraries? With constant changes in IT technology and fashion trends, it is important that we maintain traditions and be mindful of our heritage so that these are passed down to the next generation. So do check out and participate in heritage programmes such as, Learning Journey: Heritage Tree and Heritage Roads Tour, When you say “I do” All about Malay Traditional Wedding, Campaigns SG!, Monumental Weddings. In addition, we are celebrating our Seniors with Silver Arts. Grandparents, parents and children there is something for everyone, east meets West, traditional vs new – experience Chinese knotting workshop or finger painting or sign up for Flamenco Traditional Dance Workshop. For a full list of the programmes and activities, do turn to pages 7–11. Not squirmy about getting your hands dirty? Come to Geylang East Public Library for Clay leaf making activity, pottery and wheel throwing demonstration. These activities are part of the Leaf Making exhibition by Tampines Changkat Ceramic Club. Parents and caregivers, be part of this month’s interactive Parenting Club group discussion, where focus will be on one to two chapters of the audio–book titled ‘Boundaries with Kids: How healthy choices grow’. What’s more, find out how you can cultivate healthy eating habits and maintain your child’s active lifestyle, through Eat Right, Get Moving, A Healthier Child. Last but not least, Bulan Bahasa is back with new and innovative programmes. Spend an afternoon listening to Cultural Medallion winners and SEA writer award recipients in Literary Gig: Under One Sky. There will also be an art interpretation competition that will require participants to interpret a selected short story through various forms of 2dimensional art in Gajahpretasi. For families, do check out Hassan & Gretel – a mini musical play by Variasi Performing Arts involving audience participation. For a full listing of programmes, please turn to page 12. Libba Bray once said, “The library card is a passport to wonders and miracles, glimpses into other lives, religions, experiences, the hopes and dreams and strivings of ALL human beings, and it is this passport that opens our eyes and hearts to the world beyond our front doors, that is one of our best hopes against tyranny, xenophobia, hopelessness, despair, anarchy, and ignorance”. EDITOR
Zainap Osman contributors
Annusia Jaybalan, Ashley Leong, Andrea Ang, Averil Tan, Chan Sing Ying, Chua Ying Qing, Dilip Kumar, Grace Chan, Ilyani Suhaimi, Joanne Koh, Joti Upadhya Omprakash, Lim Lee Ping, Lim Tin Seng, Loy Huiyi, Lynn Koh, Nurul Arsyikin bte Rennie, Nor Aishah binte Mohamed Rashid, Nur Naadhirah Rashid Ridza, Nur Sheerin Mustapa, Sakina binte Mohamed Ali, Peter Chan, Kavita Ilangovan, Marhama Mohamed, Pearly Ma, Reshma Jethanand, Sharon Lim, Sharon Ong, Serena Toh, Selene Yap, Thiruselvi Gopal, Varshini d/o P. M, Yang Qinli, Zulkifli Amin Design : Artnexus Design Pte Ltd Front cover image credits: Mr Sadali Musbah (Dalee)
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Dondang Sayang!
by Naadhirah Ridza
When one hears the word “Peranakan”, the first thing that comes to mind for many of us would be the food. No doubt the Peranakan cuisine is mouth-watering, from ayam buah keluak to nyonya kueh but the rich Peranakan culture boasts much more than that. From the architecture of their houses to the fashionable nonya kebaya and kasut manek, this community is part of Singapore’s diverse cultural heritage. Earlier in July, a group of library patrons visited the NUS Baba House, which was once the ancestral home of a Peranakan family in the early 20th century. It has since been reconstructed and restored as a heritage house. For all of the participants, it was a unique opportunity to visit a Straits Chinese family home where they learnt about its symbolic architecture. Led by a docent, the group also discovered more about the culture and domestic lifestyle of the Peranakans in the 20th century. Look out for more heritage tours and traditional arts-themed programmes at our public libraries this month! Come walk with us to the Malay Heritage Centre and Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, or join us for painting and craft workshops, such as Batik Painting, Chinese Knots or Pulli Kolam-making. These programmes are proudly brought to you by “Fill Yourself With the Arts”!
Façade, NUS Baba House(Image courtesy of NUS Baba House)
Participants listening intently to the docent explaining the architecture of the façade of the house
Recommended titles:
A Peranakan Legacy : the Heritage of the Straits Chinese Author Publisher Call Number
Wee, Peter Singapore : Marshall Cavendish Editions, 2010 English SING 305.895105957 WEE
Exquisite pieces of embroidered clothing, stunning gold and silver jewellery, pretty porcelain artefacts and unusual items of daily living chronicle the rich heritage of the Peranakans or Straits Chinese – a people whose unique culture is an amalgamation of Eastern and Western influences: Chinese, Malay, Indian, Indonesian, Portuguese, Dutch and British. This book captures through fullcolour photographs the Peranakan’s strong sense of customs and etiquette and introduces readers to their way of life.
The Straits Chinese House : Domestic Life and Traditions Author
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Lee, Peter & Chen, Jennifer Singapore: Editions Didier Millet: National Museum of Singapore, 2006 English J P YEH
If you want to do the moonwalk, the worm, and other cool dance moves that will impress your friends – this is the book for you! This collection of dance moves gives you step-by-step illustrated instructions that’s quick to master!
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Great things are not accomplished by those who yield to trends and fads and popular opinion. – Jack Kerouac
Explore Singapore’s history through food. The aching sensation of hunger was a common experience during the Japanese Occupation. How did Singaporeans cope and what sort of culinary creativity emerged from this difficult period? Find out more from the filmmakers and interviewees of the “Eat to Live” documentary as they share their thoughts on what it was like surviving with very little food during World War II. This session is being held as part of the DVD launch of the documentary. Each episode features a demonstration of a wartime recipe by food writer Christopher Tan. This DVD is commissioned by the National Museum of Singapore and is distributed by Objectifs Films. To register, please visit library eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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8 September, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Programme Zone, Serangoon Public Library
Join Israeli guitarist Yotam Silberstein and his Jazz Trio for an unforgettable evening of modern jazz, Brazilian, world music and blues at Open Stage. In this intimate performance, guitar prodigy, Yotam will share more about their music and inspirations.
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6.00 pm – 7.00 pm Open Stage, library@esplanade
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Yotam Silberstein: Jazz Trio Performance
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Moments in Jurong
4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
Sidewalk Shutterbugs Photography and Jurong Regional Library will be organizing a series of training seminars on basic photography, landscape photography, portrait photography, architecture photography and street and event photography in the months of September and October 2013. Participants will learn both the theoretical and practical aspects of photography. You can participate if you own a basic point and shoot camera, a camera phone or a DSLR camera. Join us in these training seminars and submit a couple of photographs for selection at the end of the course to stand a chance to exhibit your work at Jurong Regional Library. The theme of this exhibition is MOMENTS IN JURONG. Photographs submitted for the exhibition will capture the landscape, architecture, portraits of people, events and activities in Jurong Town. The seminars are open to adults/seniors. As seats are limited, please register early to avoid disappointment. The seminars will be conducted in English and admission is free. Please register for each seminar at library e-kiosks, at http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/Arts.aspx or http://www.meetup.com/sidewalkshutterbugs/ events/123850592/. Have fun!
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Origami: From Traditional to Modern Exhibition This exhibition showcases the development of origami over the years. Jointly organised by Origami Singapore and the National Library Board, it aims to invite the public to take a closer look at how origami has developed - from a traditional art form with generally simple models into highly detailed, intricately complex forms innovated by expert folders today. Viewers will be introduced to the history of origami from the past to the present through the works on display. Designs from both local and international designers will be showcased. In addition, the exhibition promotes the environmental message of reusing by giving unwanted papers a new lease of life.
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With additional demonstrations provided at the workshops, Origami Singapore hopes to inspire library patrons to take up an activity associated with their childhoods. This is an opportunity to view complex origami models in Singapore, and be introduced to the latest in international origami design.
Beginner Level:
14 September, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Intermediate Level:
15 September, 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Come join us and learn to fold origami models step by step! Different models will be taught in each workshop. There will be special sessions of beginner and intermediate level. For the intermediate workshop, participants are required to have some basic folding skills. These workshops are for free admission but registration is required. Please register at library eKiosks or website http://golibary.nlb.gov.sg. Should the session be fully registered and you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please email your name and contact number to Jieyun_Chen@nlb.gov.sg with the subject title ‘Origami Workshop’. The workshop series is held as part of the exhibition “Origami: From Traditional to Modern”.
Coming Up Next
Set your phasers to ‘stun’ and gear yourself up for a slew of technologically-inspired programmes this October to December. Sit tight as we take you through a journey in discovery of the future of the arts. Expect workshops on digital illustration, DSLR photography, 3D printing and model-kit painting, and geek out at fusion music performances. Make sure you have your thermal vision goggles on as you’ll need them to survive the myriad of activities planned for you!
SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
SILVER ARTS
Celebrating Seniors & the Arts: 31 August - 15 September 2013 Silver Arts is the National Arts Council’s platform for seniors to share the meaningful possibilities seniors have in the arts. In collaboration with NLB, there will be something for everyone including a wide variety of performances where the traditional meets the new, craft workshops and an insightful exhibition at various locations. Bring your friends, date your grandparents; creative aging is about living the everyday with imagination!
TOA PAYOH PUBLIC LIBRARY
Sat, 14th Sept 2013
Painting Our Heritage:
Watercolour for Adults 1.30pm - 3.30pm, Multi-purpose Room Uncover the simplicity of watercolour! A versatile medium that offers an immediate form of expression, artist-instructors from Kamal’s Artshop will introduce the basic materials, various techniques and hands-on exercises followed by a guided painting project. All materials will be provided.
Who’s Afraid of the Arts
CHINATOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Sun, 1st Sept 2013
A Chinese Knotting Workshop For Families; 1pm - 3pm
Decorative Chinese knots have played a vital role in designing Chinese costumes and in our local culture. Come and learn to make these Chinese knots which are traditionally known to represent auspicious wishes and blessings. Suitable for grandparents, parents and children aged 6 – 15. This workshop is conducted in English.
Finger Painting
by Dr Tan Ching Yam 3.30pm - 4.30pm Be prepared to get your fingers dirty in this taster workshop! Explore the flexibility of finger-painting through learning the various basic techniques and delve into the history of this unique art-form! Get a hands-on experience and creatively express yourself using just your fingers and Chinese ink.
Series II: Different Folks, Different Strokes 2pm - 3.30pm, Programme Zone Familiarise yourself with different brushes and types of media. Learn how colours are paired and mixed to produce different effects. By the end of the session, you will be able to recognise the differences between Eastern and Western paintings.
One Fine Day - Shadow Puppetry
Performance,Workshop by Paper Monkey Theatre Ltd 5.30pm - 6.30pm, Programme Zone Lights, Shadow… ACTION! Join us in this interactive session where pictures come alive with the play of light, creating shadows to tell stories.
CHAKRA
by Bhaskar’s Arts Academy & Lawrence Koh 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Amphitheatre CHAKRA is the quest to harmonising our individual consciousness through our chakras (energy centres or vortices in our bodies). This performance will feature songs in different Indian languages performed by live musicians, accompanied by a mesmerising sand art performance by artist Lawrence Koh.
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TOA PAYOH PUBLIC LIBRARY
Sun, 15th Sept 2013
Behind The Painted Mask
A Chinese Opera Appreciation Workshop For Families 2pm - 3pm, Programme Zone
Come explore the fabulous colours and dramatic world of Chinese Opera! Come experience the uniqueness of Chinese culture and learn to appreciate the traditional art as you create your own mask and master the basic movements in Chinese Opera. Suitable for parents and children aged 7 – 12. The workshop will be conducted in English.
The Wonders of Warli Painting 3.30pm - 5.30pm, Programme Zone
Centuries ago, Indian tribesmen, from the Warli tribe produced very big murals on the walls of their huts, using simple shapes and inexpensive materials to create works of art that told a story. Now you too can paint like the artists of the indigenous Warli tribes! Find out how a triangle, circle and square are all you need to create a masterpiece! Suitable for seniors and adults. This workshop will be conducted in English.
SILVER ARTS EXHIBITION
Visit a Silver Arts exhibition near you and get to know more about the stories behind these creative arts projects for seniors. 31st Aug - 4th Sept, Tampines Regional Library 11th Sept - 15th Sept, Jurong Regional Library Stay tuned for more workshops during the exhibition weeks! For more information and updates on Silver Arts, please visit www.nac.gov.sg or our Facebook page: artsforall.sg. Celebrate Silver Arts weekend at other public libraries. Log on to http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg or like us on our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/goarts for more details.
Acrobatic Calligraphy
by Tan Hong Jiu 4.30pm - 6.30pm, Amphitheatre What will happen when Chinese calligraphy meets Yoga? Be entertained by the master as he performs the impossible of writing calligraphy whilst in intricate yoga positions!
Dough Figurines
by Ng Chye Ee & Lim Gim Hoek 4.30pm - 6.30pm, Amphitheatre Watch closely as colourful dough balls take shape into various whimsical figurines and characters in the nimble hands of two skilful craftsmen!
This is Our Batik!
4.00pm - 6.30pm, Amphitheatre Take part in this community batik painting workshop and find out why this age-old traditional art remains as one of Asia's richest cultural heritage and expressions. At the end of the session, you can feel proud that you were part of the collective effort to produce a 3-metre-batik-painting masterpiece!
Ramayana & Sang Nila Utama
by Sri Warisan Som Said Performing Arts Ltd 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Amphitheatre Historically, the shadow play originated from India before being popularised in Jawa, Indonesia during the Hindu era as Wayang Kulit. Wayang Kulit by Sri Warisan will be presented in 2 different styles, with the traditional story of Ramayana and a modern contemporary story of Sang Nila Utama.
Registration All workshops are free with required registration. Please register at library e-kiosks or at http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg. Should the programme be fully registered, and you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please email your name and contact number to the following: Huiyi_loy@nlb.gov.sg *Programme information is correct at time of print.
SILVER ARTS
month at other libraries
“Walk With Us” Series For a fascinating peek into local culture and history, come with us to some of the must-see culture and heritage sites. 2-way transportation will be provided from library to venue and back.
Movie Nights! @ Malay Heritage Centre Sat, 14 Sept; 7.30pm - 10.30pm, Bedok Public Library, Programme Zone* Movie: Tunang Pak Dukun
Join us for a classic movie night under the stars at the lawn of Malay Heritage Centre. This programme is conducted in Malay, with English subtitles. Screening begins at 8.30pm.
Chinese Movie Screening @ Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall
Mosque of Royal Quarters
Wed, 4 Sept; 1.30pm - 4.30pm, Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone* Wed, 11 Sept; 1.30pm - 4.30pm, Bishan Public Library, Programme Zone* Discover how the designs of the mosques have been influenced by the Islamic faith as well as Singapore’s multicultural make-up. This tour is conducted in English.
Malay Heritage Centre
Sun, 8 Sept; 10am - 1pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone* Sun, 22 Sept; 10am - 1pm, Bedok Public Library, Programme Zone* Travel back in time and find out more about Kampong Gelam’s historical significance as a thriving port town Prior to Raffles’ arrival in 1819.
Wed, 11 Sept; 2pm - 6pm, Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone* Movie: Myriads of lights 万家灯火
Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall
Sat, 14 Sept; 2pm - 6pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone* Movie: Long live the wife 太太万岁
Sun, 15 Sept; 10am - 1pm, Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone*
Wed, 18 Sept; 2pm - 6pm, Bishan Public Library, Programme Zone* Movie: Song at midnight 夜半歌声 Sat, 28 Sept; 2pm - 5.30pm, library@Chinatown, Programme Zone* Movie: Unending Love 不了情 Sun, 6 Oct; 2pm - 6pm, Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone* Movie: Eight Thousand Li of Cloud and Moon 八千里路云和月 This programme is suitable for adults and is conducted in Mandarin. * Denotes the meeting point for the guided tours.
Sun, 1 Sept; 10am - 1pm, Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone*
Travel back in time in this guided tour to trace Dr. Sun’s revolutionary activities in the Southeast Asian region.
Eurasian Heritage Centre
Tues, 10 Sept; 2pm - 5pm, Bukit Batok Public Library, Activity Room* Tues, 17 Sept; 2pm - 5pm, Tampines Regional Library, Changi Room* Eurasians are one of Singapore’s earliest residents and rich heirs to a hybrid of traditions and customs from both the East and West. Join us to discover this fascinating culture and also get a chance to participate in a basic Portuguese folk dance workshop. These tours are suitable for families with children above 8 years old
“Coffee Talks, Finger Walks” Series *Refreshments will be provided.
剪纸工作坊 Chinese Paper-Cutting
Sun, 15 Sept; 2pm - 4pm, Geylang East Public Library, Activity Room
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Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone
成人书法工作坊 Chinese Calligraphy
Sun, 29 Sept; 3pm - 5pm, Central Public Library, Multipurpose Room
Fri, 13 Sept; 3pm - 5pm, Bukit Merah Public Library, Swordfish Room
剪纸艺术是一种独特的视觉艺术，快来与我们一起制作 精美的剪纸装饰吧！此工作坊适合10岁以上的儿童、 青年及成人参与，入场免费。
Sat, 7 Sept; 4pm - 6pm, Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
Sat, 21 Sept; 10.30am - 12.30pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone 中华书法可分为五个主要形式∶篆书、隶书、楷书、 行书和草书。让我们带您走入书法的世界，了解更多 书法的历史、不同字体样式的演变以及认识文房四宝。 除了导师的示范，参与者也将能动手挥毫。工作坊将 以华语讲解，适合15岁以上人士，入场免费。
中国结工作坊 Chinese Knotting † Wed, 11 Sept; 2pm - 4pm,
Bukit Panjang Public Library, Activity Room Thur, 12 Sept; 2pm - 4pm, Cheng San Public Library, Activity Room
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Bukit Batok Public Library, Activity Room 与我们一同将对彼此的祝福系起来！学习如何制作中国 结，并了解中国结在服装以及装饰文化上的作用。此工 作坊适合全家大小参与，入场免费。 String together auspicious wishes for one another! Create Chinese knots, which have played a vital role in the Chinese costume as well as decorative culture. Suitable for families.
Bunny in the Moon? (Lantern Workshop) Fri, 13 Sept; 6.30pm - 8.30pm, Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone Sun, 15 Sept; 1pm - 3pm, library@chinatown, Programme Zone Create your own lantern for Mid-Autumn Festival! Inspired by the mythology of Chang'e, the Moon Goddess of Immortality, the lantern design is contemporised to enable participants to manage in two hours. Suitable for adults and seniors.
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由于名额有限，请到任何图书馆内的资讯服务站或浏览 http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/Arts.aspx 报名。
Learn the rudiments of paper-cutting, a distinctice visual art form of Chinese handicrafts! Suitable for adults, teenagers, and children aged 10 and above.
成人篆刻工作坊 Seal Engraving † Sun, 8 Sept; 2pm - 4pm,
Tampines Regional Library, Changi Room Wed, 11 Sept; 6.30 - 8.30pm, Jurong West Public Library, Programme Zone Fri, 20 Sept; 3pm - 5pm, Bedok Public Library, Programme Zone 了解更多关于篆刻的艺术、历史以及制作技术，并且在 工作坊结束后，带回自己亲手雕刻的盖章。此工作坊适 合青年与成人参与，入场免费。 Find out more about the art, history as well as techniques behind this ancient art form and take home your very own hand carved seal stone! Suitable for teenagers and adults.
Paint Like The Grandmasters! Get busy with paint brushes and canvases! Discover different painting styles that have been passed down through the ages, famous artists and their works. Acrylic Painting Dot & Dash Kolam Chinese Ink Painting The Wonders of Warli Heritage in Watercolour Log on to http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg for these workshop details. Registration All workshops are free with required registration. Please register at library e-kiosks or at http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg. Should the programme be fully registered and you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please email your name and contact number to Yan_ping_leck@nlb.gov.sg or Huiyi_loy@nlb.gov.sg with programme title as the subject.
“Love Flows” Series
“Art In Motion” Series
I Want To Be A Taiko Drummer!
Armenian Dance Workshop
Join us at the library for some Taiko drumming family fun! Be entertained by an exciting performance and learn more about this Japanese drumming art form. Try your hands at playing the instrument! Limited to 15 grandparent/parent and child pairs. Recommended for children aged 7 - 12.
One of the oldest, riches and varied in the Far East! Unravel the mysterious culture of Armenia in this introductory workshop to discover the culture, music and basic movements of this traditional dance.
Sun, 8 Sept; 2.30pm - 3.30pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Auditorium
Let’s Do Hokkien Opera
Sun, 22 Sept; 1pm - 3pm, Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone Do Opera from Bukit Batok Community Centre will be putting up excerpts from Lady White Snake to demonstrate basic opera gestures, movements and handling of props. Learn to perform these gestures and movements with the help of the facilitators!
That’s a WAU! (Kite Making Workshop) Sat, 7 Sept; 11am - 12.30pm, Clementi Public Library, Programme Zone
Fri, 13 Sept; 11am - 12.30pm, Yishun Public Library, Activity Room
Tues, 10 Sept; 11am - 12.30pm, Marine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone
Sun, 15 Sept; 11.30am - 1pm, Bedok Public Library, Programme Zone
Wed, 11 Sept; 11am - 12.30pm, Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone
Sat, 28 Sept; 11pm - 12.30pm, Tampines Regional Library, Changi Room
Learn how to make a Wau, a type of kite made and used by Malays in the region. Limited to 5 families of 4 members each.
Who’s Afraid of the Arts?
Fri, 6 Sept; 3pm - 5pm, Geylang East Public Library, Merpati Hall
Tues, 10 Sept; 3pm - 5pm, Bishan Public Library, Programme Zone
Capoeira Martial Dance Workshop Mon, 2 Sept; 3pm - 4.30pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone
Sat, 21 Sept; 3pm - 4.30pm, Jurong Regional Library Programme Zone,
Sat, 7 Sept; 3pm - 4.30pm, Bedok Public Library, Programme Zone
Sat, 28 Sept; 3pm - 4.30pm, Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone
Experience this unique dance combining music, dance, sports and self defence! Learn the patterned movements, partnered sequences and clap along to Brazilian Portuguese songs!
Flamenco Traditional Dance Workshop Sun, 22 Sept; 2.30pm - 4pm, Queenstown Public Library, Programme Zone
Back by popular demand! This workshop will be an introduction to “Sevillanas”, the most popular and best known Flamenco rhythm. Accompanied by a Spanish Flamenco guitarist, participants will learn the basic hand and arm movement, in coordination with footwork.
Learn how to appreciate art works and articulate your thoughts about them - like a pro!
Series 1: The Evolution of Art
Series 3: Beyond the Canvas!
Sat, 7 Sept; Saturday, 2pm - 3.30pm, Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone
Sat, 21 Sept; 1.30 - 3pm, Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone
Series 2: Different Folks, Different Strokes
Series 4: Art in Wire
Sat, 14 Sept; 3pm - 4.30pm, Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone
Sat, 28 Sept; 3pm - 4.30pm, Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone
Wed, 4 Sept; 7pm - 8.30pm, Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
Wed, 11 Sept; 7pm - 8.30pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone
Wed, 18 Sept; 7pm - 8.30pm, Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone
Wed, 25 Sept; 7pm - 8.30pm, Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone
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Gig Youtube: Alunan Bicara Karya [Remaja & Umum]
Storigami [Kanak-Kanak]
12.30 pm – 1.45 pm ACM
Penampilan penggiat muzik yang terdiri daripada golongan anak muda tempatan. Nikmatilah, antaranya, persembahan lagu-lagu Melayu ciptaan asli mereka yang diilhamkan daripada karya-karya bahasa Melayu terpilih. In collaboration with our Open Mic @JRL participants who will be showcasing their interest in selected Malay literary works translated into live performance.
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Sudut Pustaka Perpustakaan Awam Singapura [Umum] Library Corner [General] 1.00 pm – 5.00 pm Learning Gallery, ACM
Kunjungilah Sudut Pustaka untuk mendapatkan koleksi bahan bacaan bercetak serta yang berbentuk pandang dengar yang boleh dipinjam. Manfaatkan pelbagai sumber ilmu dan pengayaan diri secara percuma selain memenangi cenderahati dengan menyertai kuiz kami. As per previous year, our booth will showcase the rich collection of Malay resources available in our Public Libraries with special focus on local works.
Storigami [Children] 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Learning Gallery, ACM
Ikutilah sesi bercerita oleh pustakawan yang akan disusuli dengan sesi menghasilkan origami berdasarkan cerita yang baru disampaikan. [Acara merupakan satu kerjasama dengan Kelab Masyarakat Kolam Ayer] Come join our librarian for a fun-filled storytelling session followed by an origami craft session. [Event held in collaboration with Kolam Ayer CC]
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Sesi Bertemu Penulis Cerita Kanak-kanak, Puan Jumaini Ariff [Kanak-kanak]
Meet-the-Author Session with Mdm Jumaini Ariff cum story & craft activity [Children] 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Learning Gallery, ACM
Puan Jumaini Ariff, penulis yang menghasilkan siri buku cerita Ariff Ingin Tahu akan berkongsi kisah teladan terpilih daripada siri ini dengan pembaca cilik. Sesi ini akan turut dimuatkan dengan satu sesi kraf tangan menarik bagi para peserta membawa pulang sebagai cenderahati. Mdm Jumaini Ariff is the author of the children book series Ariff Ingin Tahu. She will be sharing selected moral stories as well as conducting a craft session which can be taken home by participants as souvenirs. This session aims to promote filial piety and the importance of family in children’s lives.
Lebai Malang: Satu Sesi Bercerita Interaktif [Kanakkanak]
Lebai Malang: An Interactively play [Children] 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm 11 September, Bedok Public Library
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm 14 September, Tampines Regional Library
Kumpulan Teatro For Kids dari Politeknik Temasek akan mengadakan sesi bercerita interaktif yang pasti membuat anak-anak terhibur. Selain meraih nilai murni daripada kisah yang disampaikan, penonton akan turut berasa seronok kerana dapat melibatkan diri secara langsung dalam proses penceritaan. A participative play for children in collaboration with Teatro for Kids, Temasek Polytechnic.
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Gig Puisi: Satu Langit (Umum) Literary Gig: Under One Sky (General Public)
5.00 pm – 7.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
Acara tahunan yang mesti diikut serta oleh para pencinta puisi Melayu! Hayatilah pelbagai penyampaian puisi oleh para penulis, pemuisi serta penggiat sastera di atas satu pentas. Para penonton turut diberikan ruang untuk mendeklamasikan karya mereka! A niche programme much awaited by local poets and authors since 2011 gathering Cultural Medallion Winners, SEA Write Award recipients alongside more than 20 other authors in 1 platform for an afternoon of poetry gig.
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Bengkel Penulisan Skrip Teater 2 11.00 am – 5.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Bedok Public Library
Jika anda ingin belajar menulis skrip teater dan bercitacita untuk melihat skrip anda dilakonkan suatu hari, kami mengajak anda untuk menyertai Bengkel Penulisan Skrip Teater 2 yang memuatkan penggunaan Bahasa Melayu lama, peribahasa dan sastera. Kami mengundang peserta berumur 18 tahun ke atas untuk menghadiri bengkel yang dianjur oleh Variasi Performing Arts, dan dikendalikan oleh penulis drama, pengarah, penerbit dan pelakon, Almahdi Al-Haj Ibrahim, yang lebih dikenali sebagai Nadiputra. Penyertaan adalah percuma dan memerlukan pendaftaran di e-kiosk di perpustakaan atau di laman web golibrary.nlb.gov.sg. Untuk maklumat lanjut, sila hubungi Lela - 8126 8147
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Rilek Satu Korner: Produksi Budaya dalam Institusi tinggi yang melibatkan profesionalisma (Pelajar dan Umum)
Relax One Corner: Professionalism in Cultural Productions by tertiary institutes (Students and Public) 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Programme Zone, Woodlands Regional Library
Acara ala Program ‘Jus’, dimuatkan dengan perkongsian pengalaman yang diharap dapat meningkatkan tahap produksi yangg aktif dianjurkan oleh institusi pendidikan tinggi. Sri Warisan akan berkongsi pengalaman melalui penglibatan dalam produksi yang berjaya. Terdapat juga persembahan-persembahan oleh pelajar-pelajar dari Universiti Teknologi Nanyang, Politeknik Republik dan Politeknik Nanyang. The talk show-styled programme aims to allow the sharing of experiences in order to improve the standards of a production that is actively organized by institutes of higher education. Sri Warisan will share their experiences of being involved in successful productions and the ups and down of such involvements. There will also be performances by students from Nanyang Technological University, Republic Polytechnic and Nanyang Polytechnic.
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Kuiz Anjung Ilmu (Pelajar dan Umum)
Teater Pelajar 2013: Peringkat Akhir Pertandingan Bercerita dan Drama (Pelajar dan Umum)
9.00 am – 12.00 pm Merpati Hall, Geylang East Public Library
Kuiz menguji pengetahuan tentang pengajian Melayu khusus untuk para pelajar peringkat menengah. Antara topik yang diuji merangkumi bidang kesusasteraan, kebudayaan dan kesenian. Masuk percuma (Pendaftaran diperlukan menerusi pihak sekolah) The only Cultural & General Knowledge Quiz for BB13 for Secondary Schools including madrasahs. This programme is for free admission however school registration is still required.
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Forum Penulis: Membangun Masyarakat Menerusi Penulisan & Kesenian (Umum) Authors Forum “Building the society through literature and the arts” (General Public) 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm The Pod, National Library Building
Dr Zakaria Ali (Malaysia), Alfian Saat & Rasiah Halil (Singapura) menjadi ahli panel dalam forum yang mengajak peserta berbincang tentang topik secara kritikal berdasarkan pengalaman peribadi mereka. Sila daftar nama dan alamat emel ke readsingapore@nlb.gov.sg. Dr Zakaria Ali (Malaysia), Alfian Saat & Rasiah Halil (Singapore) will come together to discuss issues on the Malay literary and arts scene. This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register your name and email address to readsingapore@nlb.gov.sg.
Malay Storytelling and Drama Competition Finals (Students and Public) 10.30 am – 3.00 pm Auditorium, Woodlands Regional Library
Teens Network Club memperkenalkan Teater Pelajar 2013 - Pertandingan Bercerita dan Drama sempena Bulan Bahasa Melayu. Sebagai alternatif yang lebih segar yang menyalakan keghairahan dan minat dalam bahasa dan budaya Melayu, kita menyeru semua orang untuk menonton pertandingan bercerita dan drama, yang menampilkan seni dan pakaian tradisional yang berwarna-warni. Disembarking from the usual quizzes, Teens Network Club is introducing Teater Pelajar 2013 – A Malay Storytelling and Drama Competition in conjunction with the Malay Language Month. As a fresher alternative of igniting passion and interest in Malay Language and culture, we are calling everyone to watch the competition breezed with theatrical, artistic and colourful traditional costumes.
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Gig Youtube: Alunan Bicara Karya II (Remaja & Umum)
Youtube Gig: Books to Beats II (Teens & General Public) 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm Programme Zone, Woodlands Regional Library
Penampilan penggiat muzik yang terdiri daripada golongan anak muda tempatan. Nikmatilah antaranya persembahan lagu-lagu Melayu ciptaan asli mereka yang diilhamkan daripada karya-karya bahasa Melayu terpilih. Para penonton turut diberikan peluang untuk menonjolkan bakat nyanyian mereka secara spontan. In collaboration with our Open Mic @JRL participants who will be showcasing their interest in selected Malay literary works translated into live performance. Audiences will have an opportunity to take centrestage to showcase their talents!
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Gajahpretasi: Cereka Dalam Lukisan (Pelajar Menengah, Maktab Rendah & Umum)
Fiction In Paintings (Secondary, Tertiary & General Public) 10.00 am – 1.00 pm Programme Zone, Bedok Public Library
Sertailah peraduan menafsir sebuah cerpen tulisan Dr Zakaria Ali dalam bentuk lukisan. Penulis akan menjadi penilai utama yang akan turut berkongsi perihal hubungan seni lukis dan karya cereka. Masuk Percuma. [Pendaftaran diperlukan Sila daftar nama dan alamat emel ke readsingapore@nlb.gov.sg This is an art interpretation competition that will require participants to interpret a selected short story written by Dr. Zakaria through various forms of 2dimensional art. This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register your name and email address to readsingapore@nlb.gov.sg.
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Cilik Berseni: Hassan & Gretel (Keluarga) Little Arty: Hassan & Gretel (Families) 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Merpati Hall, Geylang East Public Library
Variasi Performing Arts akan membentangkan muzikal Hassan dan Gretel, yang melibatkan muzik tradisional, tarian serta unsur-unsur sastera. Muzikal ini melibatkan penyertaan penonton. Variasi Performing Arts will present Hassan and Gretel, a mini CIP musical play that involves traditional music, dance as well as elements of literature. Creative Interactive Play, also known as CIP, is a theatrical play not only for children but adults as well. CIP involves the audience participation. Come join us for fun and action this September at Geylang East Public Library!
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Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve. – Napoleon Hill
Travel-Log Book Club
FUNdaMENTALs reading club
2.00 pm – 5.00 pm Amazon Room, Woodlands Regional Library
10.00 am – 11.30 am Amazon Room, Woodlands Regional Library
Learn how to improve your language through a poignant book and make new friends along this way. This book club aims to encourage the confident use of English among adults in their day–to–day usage.
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Budding Writers League Sci-Fi/Fantasy Chapter 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm Programme Zone, Clementi Public Library
Calling budding writers and fans of Science Fiction and Fantasy! If you are a fan of writers such as Neil Gaiman, Jim Butcher, Time Powers, and Simon R. Green, then this writing club is for you.
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The Golden Circle
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
The rustle of a well-thumbed page, the whiff of age from a much-cherished tome—come and appreciate the beauty of a good book with the Golden Circle, an English book club for seniors. Discussions will be centred around fiction books, so join us for a stimulating afternoon of lively discussions.
SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
Join us at the fourth session of this four-part workshop where participants will learn the art of writing urban fantasy stories. Topics covered include: • • • • •
Building your protagonist/antagonist Defining your environment Creating the perfect plot Identifying the fantasy tropes What you need to know about publishing
Registration is required via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg. Limited to 15 participants aged 13-28 years, with priority given to those who have attended from the first session. Participants also need to submit their story idea or an excerpt of their story of 2,000 words or less by email to Pearly at pearly_ma@nlb.gov.sg.
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Pseudo Book Club
悠闲的下午适合和志同道合的朋友一起喝茶、 聊天、同时分享、交流读书心得！ 有兴趣的公众欢迎参加，不须报名。
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Malay in Minutes!
6.30 pm – 7.30 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Would you like to converse in Malay with your friends and neighbours? Malay in Minutes! is a bookclub for adults whereby simple Malay books are used as learning tools to assist participants converse in Malay.
3.00 pm – 4.30 pm Verging All Teens (VAT), Jurong Regional Library
Calling all young adults aged 13 to 19 — Learn facilitation skills with the Pseudo Book Club and make new friends with like-minded people! This is a book club facilitated by young adults, for young adults. Highly recommended for student librarians and all young adults who enjoy reading.
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1.00 pm - 3.00 pm Activity Room, Bukit Panjang Public Library
September discussion: E.M. Foster “A passage to India” 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm Activity Room, Bukit Batok Public Library
E.M. Forster’s classic depicts the clash between ruler and ruled and of the prejudices and misunderstandings that foredoomed Britain’s “jewel of the crown”. This novel of society in India ranks high among the great literature of the 20th century.
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Book Lovers’ Club
3.00 pm – 6.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
For singles, this monthly book club focus on relationships and inspirational stories. A different book is discussed for each session. For registration, please email name and contact number to shirley_lim@nlb.gov.sg
IngREADients Bookclub
3.00 pm – 5.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Did you know that chickens can travel up to 14 kilometres an hour? They are also lose their feathers when they are stressed. Fried chicken, baked chicken, chicken soup, chicken rice, chicken tikka...the list goes on! Join us this month as we learn more about one of our favourite birds – the humble chicken. We will also be discussing an intriguing murder mystery, “The Case of the Deadly Butter Chicken” by Tarquin Hall, and follow an investigator’s quest to solve the mystery behind the poisoned butter chicken.
SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
Are you a hipster at heart? Does vintage turn you on? Take a look back at those good old days and other stories from the past. History bus, this is your month! We are focusing on all things historical for September! Whatever your history ďŹ x, come share your favourite #historyread on Twitter and Instagram throughout the month.
For more details, visit: http://blogs.nlb.gov.sg/highbrowseonline/bookyeared/bookyeared /
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The common question that gets asked in business is ‘why’? That’s a good question, but an equally valid quesiton is, ‘why not?’ – Jeffrey Bezos
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Do You Have Sufficient CPF Funds for Your Retirement?
Alamak!! Salah Invest Daa!!
Most of us would like to enjoy a comfortable retirement. Imagine having no worries for the rest of your days! Have you been saving enough for a tidy nest egg? Keep yourself informed with this programme by IPP Financial Advisers. IPP was founded in 1983 and is the pioneer in the licensed financial advisory service. It is also fully regulated under MAS Financial Adviser Act, 2002. This programme is recommended for those aged 54 and below as the CPF Ordinary Account and Special Account will be merged to form the Retirement Account at age 55. This programme is for free admission however registration is required via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
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Money Mind: 如何把$10元变成$100,000元 7 September, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
“如何把$10元变成$100,000元” ？了解保险计划是否必需？ 一个人应该要有多少保额才足够？ 什么是“必须具备” 的保险 计划？ 应该什么时候才开始购买个人的第一份保单？ Registration can be made via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/Business.aspx
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Money Mind: CPF = My Retirement Nest? 14 September, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
4.00 pm – 5.00 pm Activity Room, Jurong West Public Library
Ramai yang ingin menjadi kaya atau sekurang-kurangnya terlibat dalam pelaburan . Dalam konteks kehidupan dimana kos perbelanjaan yang semakin meningkat , pelbagai pelaburan alternatif terdapat di pasaran dan dengan modal yang berbeza. Apakah langkah-langkah yang perlu anda ambil sebelum anda melabur? Ikutilah Aida Atan, pengasas AA World Academy, untuk program pelaburan ini. Anda boleh mendaftarkan diri melalui e-kiosk di perpustakaan atau di laman web golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
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Dollars and Sense Learning Community 11.00 am – 12.30 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
Financial literacy is a critical life skill that helps you make informed, long-term decisions on your financial well-being. The Dollars and Sense Learning Community (LC) focuses on sharing key financial literacy topics such as retirement planning, basic investing, savings and budgeting.
CPF rules and regulations are complex and ever-changing. Gather useful tips on what you can do with your CPF. To understand: what the latest CPF changes are, what you can do with CPF to secure a comfortable retirement nest egg, how to achieve lifetime income from CPF Life and is it enough to retire with just CPF saving. SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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SGX Investment Insights: Basics of Investing
同时了解您的信用报告 ：了解如何获 取，阅读和维护您的信用报告，以获得融 资；如何提高您的信用行为，银行会如何 评估您的信用报告。 Registration can be made via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/ programme/Business.aspx
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SGX Investment Insights: Sector Connect
21 September, 11.00 am – 1.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library 26 September, 7.00 pm 8.30 pm Auditorium, Tampines Regional Library
A seminar Series on investment portfolio balancing and diversification into specified sectors: gain valuable insights into the Health Care and Industrials sectors this quarter as SGX introduces Series 3 of the Sector Connect seminar series and expand your knowledge in these industries to aid you in building a well-diversified investment portfolio. Registration can be made via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov. sg/programme/Business.aspx
SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
Learn how to invest and get started on your investment journey in this session. The programme is for free admission however r egistration is required via http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/Business.aspx
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结婚生子，孩子教育，房屋贷款，财务投 资，这些庞大的资金需要谨慎细心的理财 规划。在今时今日的信贷环境中，您如何 衡量和评估什么是正确的方法来管理信贷 和融资？想了解各种各样的融资方案，欢 迎您参加我们的家庭融资讲座。
12.30 pm – 2.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Financial Literacy Programme: Retirement and Budget Planning 12.00 pm – 1.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Retirement planning may seem like a daunting task but it is actually simple if you start out with the first step of budget planning. Participants will learn that a lifestyle at retirement will depend on their lifestyle today and that retirement is an important and necessary financial goal to achieve. This talk will be conducted by Mr Vincent Chong, an independent financial advisor and Mr Koo Ping Shung who is a facilitator for the Dollars and Sense Learning Community.
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12.30 pm –1.30 pm Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
Life-Wise
1.00 pm – 2.00 pm Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
Want to connect better with your colleagues? Master the elusive art of work-life balance? Inject new meaning and value into your work? Learn how you can manage your time, your career, and even your life at our monthly book club meetings where career experts and life coaches will share tips from both personal experience and books. Life-wise is open to both current and prospective employees, and registration is required at our e-kiosks and website, http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
“Life Review” Workshop in Mandarin 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Toa Payoh Public Library
还记得童年时吃过的美食的滋味吗？年轻时常听的歌曲是否偶尔 会在耳边响起？虽然岁月流逝，但生活中的点点滴滴、起起落落 都是陪伴我们成长的经历，更是我们人生的宝贵财富。 欢迎您报名参与以实用技巧为主的“分享人生”工作坊。此工作 坊由专业辅导员带领，进行连续四个星期、每星期一次、每次两 小时的活动，通过实例分享及讨论艺术活动，帮助大家更有效地 面对及处理生活中的种种机遇与挑战。 工作坊的日期与时间如下： 日期 ：2013年9月3, 10, 17 及 24日 时间 ：下午2点至4点 地点 ：大巴窑公共图书馆 工作坊报名电话: 6593-9595。名额有限，请及早报名。
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Let’s Get Under the Magnifying Glass – all about garden pests 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong West Public Library
Come and discover the types of pests that are infecting your garden plants. Samples of the pests attacking their host plants will be displayed for a better understanding on their method of infestation and the resulting outcome of their host. Know about the biology and habitats of the pests as you observe the poor fate of the plants caused by the notorious lifestyle upon settlement of the pests. Beware! Some of these pests are seemingly beautiful but are always not when a community of these has settled on their host. A more interesting view – a microscopic view – of pictures shall be projected to see how these pests are actually looked like under their native coats.
About the speaker Ms. Zuria Mohama Din is working as a senior lab technologist in the Entomology and Nematology Section of the Plant Health Laboratory Division, AVA. SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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Eat Right, Get Moving, A Healthier Child 8 September, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Programme Zone, Jurong West Public Library
14 September, 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm Activity Room, Choa Chu Kang Public Library
Join us for an interactive session on helping your child to cultivate healthy eating habits and an active lifestyle. After all, healthy kids make better learners! This session is suitable for parents with primary school-going children. This programme is for free admission however registration is required via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
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Neat Knits
12.00 pm – 1.00 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Wriggle those fingers and knit yarn strands into colourful coasters in our knitting workshop for beginners! Learn to create beautiful handmade crafts using this versatile knitting technique by Knotty Bicsie. This programme is limited to 15 participants aged 10 and above. Although this programme is planned for free admission, registration is still required. Please register at library eKiosks or the website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg. Should the programme be fully registered and you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please email your name and contact number to Selene_Yap@nlb.gov.sg with the subject title “Neat Knits”.
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Grow Your Own Vegetables
13 September, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Programme Zone, Woodlands Regional Library 14 September, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Activity Room, Sembawang Public Library
Do you have a green thumb? Join us in this session to learn about growing fruits & healthy vegetables at home! Find out tips on pest and weed control and participate in a hands-on session to build your own seedling production system. This programme requires registration at $2 via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
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Fashion Trends and Fabric Care 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the latest trend and care for your garments.
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Learning Journey: Heritage Tree and Heritage Roads Tour (Northern Singapore) 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Meeting Point: Everest Room, Woodlands Regional Library
Heritage Trees are mature trees of special historical, botanical, social, cultural and/or aesthetic value in society. Through this tour, you can get up close and personal with the trees, which are an important part of our roots as a City in a Garden. This session will bring participants to a tour of selected Heritage Trees and Heritage Roads in the Northern part of Singapore. Please wear comfortable attire and walking shoes. Do remember to bring your umbrella and some drinks. This programme is for free admission. Please register via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
The fashion world is changing rapidly and every season greets us with new trends in clothes. For anyone who wants to meet the fashion, it is important to keep abreast of the latest innovations to always look perfect. Also learn more about fabric identification and care for your garments. Refreshments will be provided. This programme is for free admission however registration is required via eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
About the speaker Ms Doreen Tan is the Chief Executive of Textile and Fashion Federation, Singapore and Director of Textile and Fashion Industry Training Centre Pte Ltd. She has 30 years of extensive global merchandising and business development experience in the T & A industry, Doreen has coordinated programmes across vendors and suppliers in multiple countries and has been in the academia for 7 years as a lecturer in Temasek Polytechnic. She is now an avid trainer and consultant with TaF.tc. She is also contracted as an International Consultant with the International Trade Centre of United Nations for projects in Cambodia, El Salvador, and India to name a few.
About the speaker/guide Gan Khing enjoys looking at trees and has been working in NParks for the past six years. She is now with the Urban Gardening Section/Heritage Tree Secretariat, sharing with the public her passion for trees. SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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Making your home green
5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
Learn how to make our homes eco-friendly in terms of carbon print, energy-saving and contributing to the environment in this workshop. The speaker, Darren Chan will also explain on global warming issues facing the world today. The speaker has been involved in the education scene for a number of years in the JC system and currently associate lecturer in both Singapore and UniSim. He has even ventured into the Green Business as a distributor of an energy monitoring system from UK and is a member of ESA (Energy Saving Association) UK.
Leaf Making Activity & Exhibition
Tampines Changkat Ceramics Club is organizing an exhibition of its members’ work at the Geylang East Library on 1-22 September The club was formed in the late 1980s and consists of pottery enthusiasts who are from all walks of life - retired teacher, housewives, professionals, students, etc. The work comprised of functional and non- functional pottery which are either hand-built or thrown on the pottery wheel. As part of the exhibition, there will be various activities on September 8:
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Clay Leaf Making Activity – discover your creativity: learn to make a clay leaf
Wheel throwing Demonstration
12.00 pm - 2.30 pm, Activity Room
Registration is required.
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Talk on Introductory to Pottery – its history, types of pottery, methods, etc 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm, Activity Room
Registration is required.
SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
12.00 pm – 3.00 pm, Merpati Hall
When writing the story of your life, don’t let anyone else hold the pen. – Harley Davidson
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Best Friends Forever!
1 September, 11.00 am – 12.00 pm Programme Zone, Marine Parade Public Library
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2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Merpati Hall, Geylang East Public Library
7 September, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pm Activity Room, Choa Chu Kang Public Library
• Learn 3 Important Types Of Foods To Boost Your Child Concentration In School!
8 September, 12.00 pm – 1.00 pm Activity Room, Sengkang Public Library
• Learn 5 Top Strategies To Help Your Kids Score Top Marks!
9 September, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Bedok Public Library & Amazon Room, Woodlands Regional Library
• Learn 7 Study Techniques !
Bring your BFFs and join our special programme, “Best Friends Forever!” Be immersed in the world of classics as we share your favourite classics on the theme of friendship. Seal your friendship permanently by making matching colourful friendship bands for each other! The session is open to teens and adults only. Kindly register at the library ekiosk and pay an admission fee of $2 only. Please register at library eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg with an admission fee of $2.
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Free Movie Screening at QUPL: The Little Mermaid 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
Ariel, a mermaid, is dissatisfied with life in the sea and she yearns to be with the humans above the surface. She goes to meet Ursula, the Sea Witch to strike a deal, but Ursula has bigger plans for this mermaid and her father, King Triton. A family adventure you do not want to miss!
This programme is for free admission however registration is required via eKiosks and website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
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27 September, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
Monster in the Librarynth
6.00 pm - 8.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Enjoyed the previous Library Escape game? Join this year’s iteration inspired by mythology from around the world, be it Norse gods, Roman heroes or Chinese deities. Fresh puzzles, new clues to excite the mind! To join, form a team of 5 members all aged 15 and above and email your particulars to wan_ni_lo@nlb.gov.sg by 4 September 2013.
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11 September, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm, Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Join us for this enriching talk by Ms Suria Mohd, author, motivator & ex-school teacher. This talk is open to 70 participants, especially families with kids aged 9-19.
Artist Trading Cards (ATC) Club 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Learn to create Artist Trading Cards and let your creative juices flow! Artist Trading Cards are miniature art creations measuring 2.5” by 3.5”, and all forms of art can be used. Get to know how to create different types of ATCs and pick up tips on art! SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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When you say “I do!” All about Malay Traditional Wedding
Stargazing in Singapore: The Andromeda Galaxy
13 September 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm Activity Room, Bukit Merah Public Library
7.30 pm - 8.30 pm Programme Zone, Toa Payoh Public Library
21 September, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm Activity Room, Bukit Merah Public Library
Learn how to read simple star charts and observe various celestial objects in this monthly session with Gary Chee. An experienced amateur astronomer who has conducted numerous stargazing sessions, he has the ability to explain complex astronomical concepts in simple terms. Bring your family and friends and discover the wonders of the Universe!
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Parenting Club
11.00 pm - 12.30 pm Activity Room, Sengkang Public Library
Sengkang Public Library welcomes ‘The Parenting Club’ to share with you life-long parenting skills through interactive group discussions, sharing of experiences & outings. Each session touches on one to two chapters of the audio book titled ‘Boundaries with kids: how healthy choices grow’. This programme is open to 20 parents with children up to the age of 7. This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register at library eKiosks or website http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg. For registration and more information, please email to ceciliaeow@gmail.com.
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Looking with LOOK Architects: A talk on the conceptualisation of Bishan Public Library 3.00 pm - 4.30 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Bishan Public Library has won multiple design awards and graced the pages of many prestigious architectural books and magazines. Have you wondered why? Learn more about the ideas that shaped Bishan Public Library in this talk by LOOK Architects, the designers of this awesome building!
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At every traditional Malay wedding function, Berkat or also known as take away door gift are given to the invited guests just to make them smile. Join us and learn to create one of many Berkat (door gift) handicraft and take home that smile with you. This programme is open to aged 13 years old and above only. Limited to 25 participants. Free admission with a loan receipt of any 16 items (inclusive of renewal).
Free Movie Screening at QUPL: Beauty and the Beast 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
Belle, a kind and loving young lady, finds herself taking the place of her father as the Beast’s captive. The Beast is a prince who was placed under a spell because he was unkind and did not seem to possess love in his heart. Watch as Belle teaches the Beast about being kind and having a caring heart. Will that change the Beast for the better? Come find out!
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Kindness on Wheels
2 – 16 September, Sengkang Public Library 17 – 29 September, Woodlands Regional Library
The Singapore Kindness Movement’s first ever travelling exhibition showcases interesting ideas on how one can play a part in helping to build a more gracious society. Explore the interactive features and scenario-based activities, to gain fresh perspectives that will inspire you towards becoming more gracious individuals. Stand a chance to win exclusive collectibles when you participate in the puzzle and game activities on weekends! Dates & Time
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Sengkang Public Library
2.30 pm – 6.30 pm 21, 22, 28 & 29 September
Woodlands Regional Library
2.30 pm – 6.30 pm
More 2 History, more about ancient beliefs and evolution
St Gabriel’s Secondary School Our Story
Enjoy a host of content surrounding ancient beliefs and the evolution from the Greeks, Aztecs, Mayans, Persians, Byzantines and more. Unlock the truths and myths behind the world of epic heroes and villains in this exhibition. More 2 Explore, More 2 Reveal, More to History. H2 is available on StarHub Ch 402 and Ch 456 in HD.
Join us in celebrating the rich and diversified history of St. Gabriel’s Secondary School through a showcase of creative works. Founded in 1953, the school is now one of the few all-boys’ schools in Singapore that have been awarded the Singapore Quality Class and value-added status.
2 - 29 September, Woodlands Regional Library 6 - 29 September, Tampines Regional Library 2 - 29 September, Pasir Ris Public Library
16 -27 September Bishan Public Library
Monumental Weddings 13 September – 6 October Woodlands Regional Library
Monumental Weddings presents a collection of historic and contemporary wedding photographs taken at Singapore’s national monuments. These unique images capture more than just couples on their wedding day and their love stories; they also feature historic buildings which have earned a permanent position in the landscape of Singapore as preserved monuments. These photographs reveal not only changes in wedding fashions, venues and photography, but also certain sociological and cultural trends and developments.
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Counter attacking is the subtle art, safer to the man using it and more damaging to his opponent. – Bruce Lee
Campaigns SG!
18 - 29 September, Sengkang Public Library
Singapore has a long history of national campaigns. From 1958 to 1995, there were more than 200 campaigns with a broad set of themes which resulted in Singaporeans being exposed to more than 10 national campaigns a year. Campaigns have to move along with the changing times and despite societal changes, many campaigns still remain relevant today. They will continue to be an integral part of the social fabric of Singapore society. This exhibition selects five campaigns and explores their history and evolution over time. The exhibition also has an interactive component which allows visitors an opportunity to be featured in the Singapore’s campaign posters.
Crossing Cultures
27 August – 22 September, Buit Merah Public Library 24 September – 21 October, Ang Mo Kio Public Library
The Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) and the Peranakan Museum are delighted to take you on a journey through Asia. For thousands of years, the cultures of Asia have traded, interacted and exchanged ideas among themselves and with the wider world. Explore art in our interactive installation and learn how cultures connect through highlights of our current special exhibition, Devotion and Desire, which focuses on the artistic results of these contacts.
Burst the Silence Photo Exhibition 28 September – 11 October, Jurong Regional Library
De-stigmatising mental health issues starts from creating awareness amongst youths. The Community Health Assessment Team’s (CHAT) Burst the Silence campaign encourages youths to speak up about mental health concerns they might be facing. This photo project was done in collaboration with British photographer, James Bent of La Mode Outré. Through a collection of portraits of like-minded individuals, it puts faces to the cause and breaks down the stigma of mental health issues. CHAT is a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to helping youths with mental health concerns through youth awareness and providing a confidential assessment service at no charge. Visit www.burstthesilence.sg. SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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Best Friends Forever!
11.00 am – 12.00 pm Programme Zone, Marine Parade Public Library
‘Eat to Live’
1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Programme Zone, Bedok Public Library
Do you have sufficient CPF Funds for your Retirement? 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Yotam Silberstein: Jazz Trio Performance 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm Open Stage, library@esplanade
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“Hands: Gift of a Generation” Public Programme 12.00 pm – 4.00 pm The Plaza, National Library Building
Travel–Log Book Club Saturday
2.00 pm – 5.00 pm Amazon Room Woodlands Regional Library
Money Mind: 如何把$10元变成 $100,000元 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
Genius IQ Talk
2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Merpati Hall, Geylang East Public Library
Best Friends Forever!
3.30 pm – 4.30 pm Activity Room, Choa Chu Kang Public Library
Free Movie Screening at QUPL: The Little Mermaid 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
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Best Friends Forever! 12.00 pm – 1.00 pm Activity Room, Sengkang Public Library
Clay Leaf Making Activity – disover your creativity: learn to make a clay leaf 12.00 pm – 2.30 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Wheel throwing Demonstration
12.00 pm – 3.00 pm Merpati Hall, Geylang East Public Library
‘Eat to Live’
1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Programme Zone, Serangoon Public Library
Talk on Introductory to Pottery – its history, types of pottery, methods, etc 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Moments in Jurong
4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
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Neat Knits
12.00 pm – 1.00 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
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Managing CPF Money for your Retirement 12.30 pm – 1.30 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
The Golden Circle
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
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FUNdaMENTALs reading club 10.00 am – 11.30 am Amazon Room, Woodlands Regional Library
Best Friends Forever! 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Monster in the Librarynth 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Artist Trading Cards (ATC) Cards 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
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Budding Writers League Sci–Fi/Fantasy Chapter 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm Programme Zone, Clementi Public Library
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Best Friends Forever!
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Amazon Room, Woodlands Regional Library Scan this to visit GO Library
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Grow Your Own Vegetables
Learning Journey: Heritage Tree and Heritage Roads Tour (Northern Singapore)
Campaign City: Artist Workshop
Origami: From Traditional to Modern
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1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Programme Zone, Woodlands Regional LIbrary
2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Possibility Room, Level 5 National Library Building
When you say “I do!” All about Malay Traditional Wedding 6.30 pm – 7.30 pm Activity Room, Bukit Merah Public Library
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Bengkel Penulisan Skrip Teater 2 11.00 am – 5.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Bedok Public Library
Grow Your Own Vegetables 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Activity Room, Sembawang Public Library
Building Your Nest Egg 11.00 am – 1.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
Alamak!! Salah Invest Daa!! 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm Activity Room, Jurong West Public Library
Parenting Club
11.00 am – 12.30 pm Activity Room, Sengkang Public Library
Campaign City: Guided Tour
2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Meeting Point: Promenade, Level 11, National Library Building
Money Mind: CPF = My Retirement Nest
2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
Fashion Trends and Fabric Care 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
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2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Meeting Point: Everest Room, Woodlands Regional Library
2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
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Origami: From Traditional to Modern 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Moments in Jurong
4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
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Stargazing in Singapore: The Andromeda Galazy 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm Programme Zone, Toa Payoh Public Library
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Making Sense of Your money 12.30 pm – 1.30 pm Programme Zone Queenstown Public Library
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Interacting@Bukit Panjang 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm Activity Room, Bukit Panjang Public LIbrary
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Malay in Minutes!
6.30 pm – 7.30 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Campaign City: Artist Workshop
7.00 pm – 9.00 pm Imagination Room, Level 5, National Library Building
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Financial Planning Begins Now 11.00 am – 1.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
SGX Investment Insights: Sector Connect 11.00 am – 1.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Dollars and Sense Learning Community 11.00 am – 12.30 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
When you say “I do!” All about Malay Traditional Wedding 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Activity Room, Bukit Merah Public Library
Pseudo Book Club
3.00 pm – 4.30 pm Verging All Teens (VAT), Jurong Regional Library
Looking with LOOK Architects: A talk on the ceonceptualisation of Bishan Public Library 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library
Book Lovers’ Club
3.00 pm – 6.00 pm Multipurpose Room, Central Public Library
Free Moving Screening at QUPL: Beauty and the Beast 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
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Moments in Jurong
4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
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FUNdaMENTALs reading club 10.00 am – 11.30 am Amazon Room, Woodlands Regional Library
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Best Friends Forever! 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
September discussion: EM Foster “A passage to India” 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm Activity Room, Bukit Batok Public Library
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Finance Literacy Programme: Retirement and Budget Planning 12.00 pm – 1.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
Life–Wise
Changi/Simei Room, Tampines Regional Library
Geylang Serai: The Making of a Malay Emporium 3.30 pm – 5.30 pm Possibility Room, Level 5, National Library Building
Making your home green 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Queenstown Public Library
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Moments in Jurong
4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Programme Zone, Jurong Regional Library
IngREADients Bookclub
3.00 pm – 5.00 pm Activity Room, Geylang East Public Library
exhibitions 9 January – 30 September Campaign City: Life in Posters Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, Level 11, National Library Building 7 August – 13 October Hands: Gift of a Generation The Plaza, Level 1, National Library Building 2 – 29 September More 2 History, more about ancient beliefs and evolution Pasir Ris Public Library 2 – 29 September More 2 History, more about ancient beliefs and evolution Woodlands Regional Library
10 – 30 September “Inspire & Innovate: SIM Photography Competition 2013 – An Exhibit of Shortlisted Pieces Promenade, Level 8, National Library Building 16 – 27 September St Gabriel’s Secondary School Our Story Bishan Public Library 17 – 29 September Kindness on Wheels Woodlands Regional Library 18 – 29 September Campaigns SG! Sengkang Public Library
2 – 16 September Kindness on Wheels Sengkang Public Library
13 September – 6 October Monumental Weddings Woodlands Regional Library
6 – 29 September More 2 History, more about ancient beliefs and evolution Tampines Regional Library
27 August – 22 September Crossing Cultures Bukit Merah Public Library
24 September – 21 October Crossing Cultures Ang Mo Kio Public Library 28 September – 11 October Burst the Silence Photo Exhibition Jurong Regional Library 25 July 2013 – 16 February 2014 Roots: Tracing Family Histories National Library Gallery, Level 10, National Library Building Ongoing From Books to Bytes: The Story of the National Library Promenade, Level 5, National Library Building Ongoing The Donors Gallery Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, Level 10, National Library Building Ongoing Singapore Literary Pioneers Promenade, Level 11, National Library Building
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September Computer Courses 九月份电脑班课程表 Register at our library ekiosks or http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
现在就通过图书馆内的电子服务站或 http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg 报名吧! Registration closes 2 days before the day of the course. Courses are for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents aged 50 & above. Please refer to terms and conditions at the point of registration at http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg.
Basic Computer（Win 7）(2-session course） Venue: SIJ @ Woodlands Regional Library
Part 1 of 2:10/09/13 (Tues) Part 2 of 2:11/09/13 (Wed) 2.00 pm - 5.30 pm
Learn how to use the computer in this introductory course. Participants will learn about the different parts of a computer, how to use the mouse and keyboard, as well as the basics of the Windows 7 operating system.
Fees：$20
NLB 中文电子书和电子报刊（共两堂课） 地点：兀兰区域图书馆银发资讯中心
第 1 堂课:17/09/13（星期二） 第 2 堂课:18/09/13（星期三） 2.00 pm - 5.30 pm 收费：$20
电子书和电子报刊的日益普及，为读者们提供了许多 的便利。读者们可随时随地通过网络借书、还书和阅 读各类书刊。 NLB 的中文电子书和电子报刊内容包罗 万象，是个阅读宝库。您可通过本课程了解其内容， 学习如何查阅 NLB 中文电子书和电子报刊。 (学员须具备基本电脑知识。)
Basic Internet
Venue: ITE College Central
21/09/2013 (Sat) 2.00 pm – 5.30 pm Fees: $10
Learn how to use the internet in this introductory course. Participants will learn how to access the internet and use it to search for text, pictures and videos. (Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the computer.)
基本汉语拼音输入法 地点：ITE College Central
22/09/13（星期天） 9.00 am – 12.30 pm 收费：$10
汉语拼音输入法是本地最普遍的中文输入方式。您想了解 汉语拼音是如何用英文字母拼出中文发音吗? 英文键盘又 如何能打出中文字和中文标点符号呢? 参加这项课程将让 您更好地掌握汉语拼音输入法。 (学员须具备基本电脑知识。)
网际网络 (Basic Internet) 地点：ITE College Central
22/09/13（星期天） 网上的资讯应有尽有。除了文字，也有图片、影像和地图等。只 2.00 pm – 5.30 pm 要学会如何浏览网络，您就能上网搜寻所需的资料。此课程为电 脑初学者而设，除了让您了解什么是互连网，也能通过实际操作 收费：$10 学习如何上网。(学员须具备基本电脑知识。)
Discovering E-Entertainment Venue: ITE College Central
23/09/2013 (Mon) 2.00 pm – 5.30 pm Fees: $10
Learn how you can use the internet for entertainment. Participants will learn how to find and listen to music, watch videos and play games online. (Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the internet.)
Introduction to Social Networking Venue: Temasek Polytechnic
27/09/2013 (Fri) 2.00 pm – 5.30 pm Fees: $10
Learn about Facebook, a popular social media platform. Participants will learn how to create a Facebook account and communicate with family and friends through Facebook. You will also learn tips on how to keep your personal information safe and private. (Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the internet.)
社交网站需知 地点：ITE College West
28/09/13（星期六） Facebook 是时下最受欢迎的社交网站之一，能开拓您与亲友之间 2.00 pm – 5.30 pm 沟通的新桥梁。此课程除了教您如何创建个人账户和使用 Facebook，也教您在使用时如何保护您的隐私。( 学员须具备基 收费：$10 本电脑知识、上网的经验及拥有电邮账户。)
COURSE VENUE: SIJ @ Woodlands Regional Library 900 Woodlands Drive #01-03 S(730900); Level 2 Silver Infocomm Junction ITE College Central 2 Ang Mo Kio Drive, S(567720); Blk J – Rm J412 (Loop Bus Service available from Yio Chu Kang MRT) Temasek Polytechnic 21 Tampines Avenue 1, S(529757); Blk 3 – Level 8 Room 08-05 ITE College West 1 Choa Chu Kang Grove , S(688236); Blk 4 – Level 3 Rm 4308 (Walking Distance from Teck Whye LRT)
Directions to Course Venues for September 2013 Woodlands Regional Library
ITE College Central
900 South Woodlands Drive, Woodlands Civic Centre, #01-03 Singapore 730900 By BUS Bus Services to Woodlands Regional Interchange •SMRT 169, 178, 187, 856, 858, 900, 901, 902, 903, 911, 912, 913, 925, 926, 960, 961, 962, 963, 964, 965, 966, 969 •SBS Transit 161, 168 By MRT •Woodlands (North South Line)
2 Ang Mo Kio Drive Singapore 567720 SID Shuttle Bus Free shuttle bus service between Yio Chu Kang MRT station and ITE College Central from 8am to 6pm on 21st Sep 13. By BUS Bus Services along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5: 72, 72A, 88, 159, 50 Bus Services along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10: 45, 88 By MRT Ang Mo Kio (North South Line) – Change to bus 88 Yio Chu Kang (North South Line) – Change to bus 72, 72A
Temasek Polytechnic
ITE College West
21 Tampines Avenue 1, Singapore 529757 By BUS •SMRT bus 8, 23, 69: Take from Tampines Interchange. •SMRT bus 15: From Eunos / Pasir Ris Interchange. •SMRT bus 518: From Pasir Ris Interchange looping Orchard Road. By MRT •Tampines (East West Line) – Change to bus 8, 23 or 69 at Tampines Bus Interchange •Bedok (East West Line) – Change to bus 69 at Bedok Bus Interchange Walk: Enter by East gate. After passing the East gate, turn right and walk towards Informatics & IT Building. Go to Blk 3 level 7.
1 Choa Chu Kang Grove Singapore 688236 By BUS Bus Services to Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange: •SMRT Buses: 67, 188, 190 Bus Services to ITE College West: •SMRT Buses: 67, 188 (alight along Choa Chu Kang Way) •SMRT Buses: 188 (alight along Bukit Batok Road) By MRT/LRT •Choa Chu Kang (North-South Line) •Teck Whye LRT (BP4)
Time of Your Life Reading Kit provides bite-sized information and trivia on popular topics as well as fiction book extracts from our extensive library collection. That’s 365 book recommendations for 365 days of the year!
Silver Infocomm Hotspots Calling all library members (who are Singaporeans and Permanent Residents aged 50 and above.) Do you know you can now get 1-hour of free internet access everyday at the multimedia stations of our public libraries? All you need to do is to sign up as a digital library member!
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The Way of Muri Ilya Boyashov, 2012 Hesperus Press
Muri was a cat which had led a blissful life in a Bosnian town. It had its own bowl and blanket, and servants in the house to feed and pamper it. Civil war broke out in Yugoslavia in 1992 and the occupants of that house (including all the spirits that dwelled in it) were forced to flee, quickly and suddenly such that Muri, which had been out in the meadows when the bombs fell, returned to a deserted home. Thus began the journey of a cat (which had the ability to communicate with spirits) in search of his home and the family that kept it. In the course of the story and Muri’s journey we are introduced to numerous characters, some humans and some animals. That might have been the author’s design because one of the themes in this book is whether animals can reason or only humans are capable of reasoning. It is a theme that runs alongside the question whether life itself is an infinite journey or a clearly defined path. Underlying these deep themes lurk dark questions about free will, fate, and God. It is also an inquiry into whether life is best approached from optimism or pessimism. Thus the book was dedicated ‘to all those who have a path, as well as those who do not.’
The first home Muri wandered into belonged to a Jew called Jacob. However, Jacob and his fellow villagers were soon forced to flee as well – all save a stubborn old man called Abraham. Jacob led the wanderers with no real destination in mind, only the reminder that ‘God’s people are destined to wander for all eternities’. But that depends on which god it was. On the other side of the world, the story takes us to one Tong Rampa in Tibet who was embarking on his pilgrimage to Mount Kailash. Jacob and Tong Rampa had much in common; to be precise, neither had much – no more than the clothes on their backs when they began their respective journeys. The difference lay in their perception of their journey, and that, in turn, determined how they fared. SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
This rich and stimulating book is only 152 pages long but would have made an excellent textbook for literature and philosophy. It is a book about journeys of all kinds, leading us to contemplate whether, there is in fact only one journey, and if so, what might that be, and how ought one to undertake it? Muri embarked on his with a sense of purpose – to find its bowl and blanket. In contrast, Dick, the Sperm whale, was taught an early lesson in life by a veteran whale to rejoice in fate and be glad that it was born a Sperm whale. Dick had nothing but its bulky frame (and the thick blubber that was to save its life) and a happy-go-lucky attitude, swimming and diving where it pleased. On the other hand, Muri, and to a similar extent, Timosha the goose, had purpose and deep desires. Timosha, a Russian goose had the incredible talent for Arithmetic and, though tested time and time again, consistently came up with the right answers. There were some polemicists who had planned to use Timosha as proof that animals can reason. Yet it was Timosha’s special genius that caused the Russian government to have it secreted away from the public – and the CIA. Some of us disappear from the world and no one knows where or why we have gone. Does Timosha’s fate matter more to us than that of Sheik Abdulla Nadari, ‘owner of thirty beautiful women and fifteen oilfields’? Sheik Abdullah builds special aeroplanes that failed even though the last one of which was named Hope. Sheik Abdullah was more like Herr Helmke, the paraplegic lecturer and collector of art who also happened to fantasise that he would one day climb the cliff facing his home. Fantasies, the author warned, can become obsession. That is what prevents us from seeing that dreams do not always come true. Are our lives like that of the salmon’s, or the tuna’s, or the cod’s? Against the odds, fighting hungry bears and strong current, they make their way purposefully and with gritty determination each year, following their path to spawn. Tunas, the delicacy of Sperm whales, are long-distance swimmers from Java to Hawaii, across the Pacific Ocean. They lose hundreds of thousands of their numbers along the way, yet that does not deter them from their own route to perpetuate their species. Cods were described as ‘arrogant, greedy marauders’ set off for Newfoundland, knowing that trawling nets await them. Yet they go – ‘They must have their reasons’ - or perhaps not. Those who set out blindly on a mission ‘cannot conceive of an alternative.’ Reviewed by The Alexandrian
China’s War with Japan 1937-1945 Rana Mitter, 2013 Allen Lane
China became a republic in 1911. Her first president, Yuan Shi Kai (Sun Yat-sen was the provisional president), developed visions of grandeur, and in 1915, sought to crown himself the new emperor of China. Serious and widespread opposition forced him to give up that ambition. In the years that followed, Japan stepped up its bullying of China with its twenty one demands. The impotence of China against a much smaller country, due mainly to the misrule and ineffectiveness of Yuan Shi Kai, ensured that when Yuan died in 1916, China was ruled by warlords. The Kuomintang (‘Nationalists’) of Sun Yat-sen under the leadership of Chiang Kai-shek gradually overcame the warlords. That was achieved with the aid of the Chinese Communist Party (‘Communists’), formed in 1921. But by 1927 the alliance split and the Chinese civil war between the Nationalists and the Communists began. From that period to 1949, roughly, China’s history was mainly about two men – Mao Zedong and Chiang Kai-shek. Mitter’s book is about the important segment within that period. That segment was the war between China and Japan. War began in the summer of 1937 in northern China in a remote place known as the ‘Marco Polo Bridge’, in the village of Wanping. While uneasiness was about to fill the European air, the smell of the gunpowder of the Second World War was experienced in Asia – at the ‘Marco Polo Bridge’. City after city fell to the Japanese. At that time, there were many foreign concessions (British, American, French, Russian and German) in the cities overrun by the Japanese and so there was no major panic because the Japanese took over control in an orderly manner. That changed when the military mood in Japan increased with a corresponding move by Chiang Kai-shek towards liberating China. The assault by the Japanese troops when they ransacked Nanjing, the former capital of the Kuomintang, is told in chapter seven of Mitter’s book under the title ‘Massacre at Nanjing’. It was a period of which there is much to talk about. It was not just about the cruelty of man in general, and the Japanese troops at that time in particular, but also of the wisdom - or cowardice of the Chinese army in abandoning the defence of Nanjing. Captivating accounts were drawn from the diaries of Cheng Ruifeng (a member of the Ginling Women’s College), John Rabe (a German), and Minnie Vautrin (a director of the Ginling Women’s College). A more detailed but controversial account can be read from Iris Chang’s ‘Rape of Nanking, 1997, Basic Books’.
The problems facing Chiang Kai-shek throughout the war were legion. He was
compelled to work with the Communists controlling the north and whom he could not trust, inspire surviving warlords to fight with the Kuomintang, and deal with spies and traitors to the Kuomintang and to him – men such as Zhou Fohai and Wang Jingwei (the latter had been the favourite to succeed Sun Yat-sen as leader of the Kuomintang until Chiang Kai-shek eclipsed him) as he tried valiantly to expel the Japanese from China. The internal threat to Chiang from Wang Jingwei could not be underestimated. Nothing embitters an ambitious person more than the deprivation of their perceived birthright. However, Wang was no match for Chiang in the Kuomintang leadership struggle. At Zhou Fohai’s instigation, Wang finally betrayed Chiang openly and collaborated with the Japanese, and was thus given control of large parts of eastern China – only to be betrayed in turn by his Japanese benefactors. He was to die of disease and ignominy in Japan in 1944. The greatest betrayal of Chiang Kai-shek might, perhaps, at least from Chiang’s personal view, have come from the Americans, who promised much and delivered little. They delivered to the Kuomintang an experienced and intelligent army general with a poor emotional quotient – General Joseph Stilwell (known as ‘Vinegar Joe’). Having Joe and Chiang together was like having two tigers on a molehill. But as Vinegar Joe undermined Chiang Kai-shek in the battlefield, President Roosevelt undermined Chiang in the diplomatic field. Chiang was invited to the big power summits but always treated as a bit player. More importantly, Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchill conspired to keep China from emerging as a major power. Mitter thus slanted his story to lead to the question whether Chiang was a hero (who succeeded in many ways) or an inept commander who set China’s rise back many years. One thing that is reasonably certain is that had Chiang not held Japan at bay over the crucial years when the West were facing Hitler, the German-Japan alliance might have given us a different world today. Instead, the alliance fell apart, and the rest is history as we know it. Reviewed by The Alexandrian SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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The truth does not change according to our ability to stomach it. – Flannery O’Connor
Tajuk: Senaman Sebagai Ubat
Penulis: Persatuan Pengguna Pulau Pinang Penerbit & Tahun Penerbitan: Pulau Pinang: Persatuan Pengguna Pulau Pinang, 2009. No. panggilan: Malay 615.82 SEN – [HEA] Semua orang sudah tentu ingin hidup lama supaya sentiasa dapat mendampingi keluarga tersayang. Namun usia lanjut tidak menjamin kesihatan yang baik dari segi fizikal dan mental, malah mereka yang berusia mudah merasa lemah dan jatuh sakit. Jika kita berfikir tentang ubat, secara automatis, kita membayangkan pil ataupun suntikan yang diberikan doktor. Tahukah anda ‘ubat’ yang cukup efektif untuk mencegah pelbagai jenis penyakit hanyalah dengan mengamalkan senaman secara konsisten. Buku ini dimuatkan dengan pelbagai fakta dari kajian dan contoh-contoh yang amat berguna. Dalam bab pertama, buku ini memperkatakan senaman khusus yang disyorkan oleh pakar perubatan untuk pelbagai penyakit seperti Alzheimer, kanser, kemurungan, diabetes, strok dan lain-lain lagi. Sebagai contoh, untuk mengelakkan penyakit Alzheimer yang sering melanda mereka yang telah berumur, kajian menunjukkan bahawa berjalan cepat selama 15 minit, 3 kali seminggu atau lebih, mampu mengurangkan risiko demensia dan Alzheimer sekalipun selepas usia 65 tahun. Dalam bab seterusnya, buku ini menerangkan cara bersenam dengan terperinci lagi. Tahukah anda perkataan “exercise” (senaman) berasal dari bahasa Latin yang bermakna untuk mengekal, memelihara dan menyingkirkan? Menurut penyelidik perubatan, kajian membuktikan bahawa senaman bukan sahaja boleh memperbaiki dari segi fizikal, tetapi juga dapat memberi kesan baik dari segi emosi dan mental. Selain itu, buku ini juga turut membincangkan faedah senaman tradisional dari Timur seperti Qiqong dan Tai Chi. Kededua senaman tradisional ini merupakan cara alternatif bagi mereka yang ingin memastikan tahap kesihatan yang baik. Amalan Qiqong dan Tai Chi yang lembut dan mudah untuk dipraktikkan kini semakin menarik perhatian ramai. Hakikatnya, tubuh kita juga memerlukan senaman, sepertimana juga ia memerlukan makanan, kehangatan, tidur dan rehat untuk berfungsi dengan baik. Buku ini sudah tentu dapat membantu memperbaiki dan meningkatkan tahap kesihatan anda. Diulas oleh Idzhana Kailani
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书名：《图解女性穴位按摩保健》 作者：薛永阁 出版社与年份：广州 : 广东科技出版社, 2012. 索书号：Chinese 615.8222 TJN -[HEA] 想获得真正的健康与美容，就必须从身体内部进行调理。但许多女性因 工作忙碌而无法抽出时间运动; 又或者只靠外部药物来美容。因此，本书推荐另一种女性 可实行的健康保健与美容塑身方法：通过简单、方便的按摩，如按、揉、拿、捏等方法， 对身体表肌肉、体内脏腑、经络、血脉进行有条理的调节，帮助激活身体的自我保护系 统，达到美容养颜，消除病毒等等的效果。书中提供了省时又省精力的按摩法针对常常令 女性困扰的健康问题,如失眠、疲劳、黑眼圈、双下巴等。本书使用真人示范的图案与步骤 解释，文笔浅显易懂，让身为读者的我，忍不住边读边尝试！ 编写：吴长美 (Wu Changmei)
书名: 中国历史上最棒的坏女人 编著：谢品谊 出版社与年份：新北市 : 读品文化事业有限公司, 2013. 索书号：Chinese 920.720951 XPY 中国古籍中记载的不只是悠久的历史和文明，也包括了不少举世女子的 传记。本书就详细记录了十位奇女子人生起伏的秘辛往事, 如上官婉儿、 陈圆圆、武则天、柳如是等。柳如是，秦淮八艳之首，具有沉鱼落雁容 貌的她是怎样一位奇女子？虽然她堕落红尘，才情却高，拥有卓尔不群 的才艺，著作了许多违逆传统的诗文作品。汉高祖刘邦的皇后，吕后，的心狠手辣与残暴 不仁，一直遭到世人的唾骂。然而，她深谋远虑，辅助了高祖争夺天下，也废除许多苛刻 的法令, 如“三族罪” 一人犯罪，株连三族）等。读者可通过本书的丰富内容了解这十位 女子如何在男尊女卑的封建社会里脱颖而出，也对历史更有深一層的认识。 编写：翁玲月(Lynn Ang)
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Title: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking [sound recording] Author: Susan Cain Narrated by: Kathe Mazur Publisher: New York: Random House, Inc.: Books on Tape, 2012 Call No.: AV 155.232 CAI “I worry that there are people who are put in positions of authority because they’re good talkers, but they don’t have good ideas. It’s so easy to confuse schmoozing ability with talent. Someone seems like a good presenter, easy to get along with, and those traits are rewarded. Well, why is that? They’re valuable traits, but we put too much of a premium on presenting and not enough on substance and critical thinking.” – excerpt from Quiet We live in a society where extroversion is celebrated and widely seen as a pre-requisite to success and even happiness. Quiet, by Susan Cain, refutes this point of view and in her insightful book (wonderfully read by Kathe Mazur) discusses the strength of introverts. Introverts, with their strength and ability to empathise and their own unique way of working, are a necessity for the advancement of today’s society. Anyone who works with introverts, a parent, an educator or an employer can draw meaningful insights and information from this book, hopefully changing the way we view this special group of people. Reviewed by Mark Soh
Title: Mr Darcy Goes Overboard: A Tale of Tide and Prejudice Author: Belinda Roberts Publisher: Naperville, Ill.: Sourcebooks Landmark, c2011 Call No.: English Y ROB Pick up this novel for a quirky re-telling of Pride and Prejudice – with a contemporary setting (the English seaside). Mrs Bennet is bent on marrying her daughters off to well-to-do young men who happen to holiday in this seaside resort. The story is quick-paced, author Roberts mimicking Jane Austen’s original plot, chapter by chapter. The difference is that the characters swim and sail in bikinis and trunks, and even Lizzy’s aunt Mrs Gardner communicates by texting just like today’s teens. There is more drama too, Darcy falling into the sea as Lizzy rejects him, and Lizzy’s dinghy nearly capsizing as Darcy hands her a bottle with a screw top. This is an entertaining rewrite of the Jane Austen classic, light-hearted and amusing, targeted at today’s readers. Reviewed by Ng Hwee Miang
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Title: Taken 2 [videorecording] Publisher: Twentieth Century Fox presents a EuropaCorp, M6 Films, Grive Productions co-production with the participation of Canal+, M6 and Cine; produced by Luc Besson; written by Luc Besson & Robert Mark Kamen; directed by Olivier Megaton. Call No.: English AV 791.4372 TAK -[ART] Even if you are not a Liam Neeson’s fan, there is no reason not to look forward to the return of his character as Bryan Mills. The first movie in the series begins with a convincingly distressing scene where an ex-Secret Service Agent, Bryan Mills is forced to act when his holidaying daughter is snatched by sex traffickers. In Taken 2, he appears to be more laid-back, reconciled with formerly estranged ex-wife and bonded afresh with his daughter. Problems begin to surface when an Albanian gangster wants revenge. Why? Because Bryan kills his son in the first movie, well, as his son was the kidnapper of Bryan’s daughter. The twist here is Bryan gets ‘taken’. With his very specialized set of skills, the resourceful ex-agent communicates with his daughter, Kim, from a hidden gadget to help him escape. This leads to the film’s most creative scene where Kim uses a map, a shoelace and grenades to ascertain her father’s location. This revenge-action-thriller takes place in Istanbul, which sees Bryan running through the city’s busy bazaars and unstable rooftops in his attempts to evade the gangsters. Reviewed by Shahada Selamat
Title: Digital Media New Learners of the 21st Century [videorecording] Directed by Drea Cooper Publisher: United States: PBS Home Video, c2011. Call No.: English AV 371.334 DIG
Digital media is becoming the next revolutionary platform of learning and communicating, hence Digital Media: New Learners of the 21st Century explores the importance of these new technologies, mobile devices and digital media practices in homes and schools for the youths of today. The documentary shows how integral the various new technologies are, and how they can be harnessed to make learning, communicating and engaging come alive for the youths and children of today. This interesting and informative DVD will definitely be an eye-opener for educators and parents to see how new technologies and social media spaces such as Facebook, Twitter and Youtube can be a positive learning force for youths and children. Reviewed by Norah Ismail
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“Hands: Gift of a Generation” Public Programme
12.00 pm – 4.00 pm The Plaza, National Library Building
Bring the whole family down to The Plaza at the National Library Building and participate in exciting games and be entertained by performances by Mr Rufino Soliano, a musician for over 70 years and BoredToTheCore RECORDs. There will also be live interviews with some of the memory contributors featured in the exhibition! About BoredToTheCore RECORDS BoredToTheCore RECORDS (BTTCR) is an independent record label founded in 2005 by brothers, Safiye and Hamballi, together with Arif, Safiye’s army friend, and some music enthusiasts who all share a refreshing, diverse and respectful love of music. BTTCR’s debut split CD titled Facelift (Singapore) and Marat (Holland) was released in 2005. The label released a second and third CD for Dutch band Sand Creek Massacre and Germany’s Downfall of Gaia in 2008 and 2010 respectively. An Acoustic Collectives CD was released in 2012. BTTCR focuses on underground overseas bands, as well as new and upcoming local artists. BTTCR also organises gigs, its debut gig being Culture X in 2009. Anything Goes and Crazcore were held in collaboration with Superdudez Production in 2011 and 2012 respectively. A series of acoustic events – C Campus Performs (2009) and Taking The Stage (2010-2011) – was also organised in conjunction with the National Library Board. BTTCR and *Scape also worked together to present *Scape Maestro Acoustic Session (2010) and BoredToTheCore RECORDS Night@*Scape Confessions (2011).
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Geylang Serai: The Making of a Malay Emporium 3.30 – 5.30 pm Possibility Room, Level 5, National Library Building
To most Singaporeans, Geylang Serai is Singapore’s principal “Malay area”. Indeed, Geylang Serai has been associated with the Malay community for so long that most people do not realise that the area did not start up as a Malay kampung but had in fact been opened up by European planters like Dr Joachim D’Almeida, Thomas Owen Crane and Thomas Dunman. For a long time, Geylang was Singapore’s eastern junction, the principal village and the terminus of Singapore’s early tramway system. The Alsagoff family acquired much land around Geylang in the latter half of the 19th century, and the area began to be settled as a primarily Malay area. This talk traces the historical development of Geylang Serai and its key personalities and sheds light on a forgotten part of one of Singapore’s most important historical and cultural areas.
About the speaker Kevin YL Tan is Singapore’s leading legal historian. A graduate of the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore, and the Yale Law School, he has written and edited 28 books and 60 articles on law, history and politics in Singapore. From 2001 to 2011, he served as the President of the Singapore Heritage Society. He currently holds Adjunct Professorships at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore and the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technological University.
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Campaign City: Artist Workshop
2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Possibility Room, Level 5, National Library Building
Wondered how campaign posters are created? Then join us for this Campaign City artist workshop! In this fun holiday activity, artists will guide you in the process of poster design. The workshop includes a hands-on session for participants to create their own campaign posters. The workshop is suitable for children aged 7–12. Registration is required. Please register at eKiosks available at all libraries or http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/Arts.aspx. About the artist Gilles Massot moved to Singapore in 1981 after studying architecture in Marseille, France, and graduating in photography. His work establishes links between disciplines, ideas, people, history and ethnology. His photojournalistic work has been extensively published in various magazines, and his artistic work presented in more than fifty exhibitions in France and Asia. His work is part of the collection of the Singapore Art Museum and the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris. In 2007, he was appointed Artist for the Buona Vista Station, Circle Line, as part of the Land Transport Authority’s Integrated Art Programme. He is a faculty of Fine Arts lecturer at LASALLE College of the Arts, a lecturer in photo history at the School of Art, Design and Media-Nanyang Technological University, and a member of the Artists Village.
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Wondered how campaign posters are created? Then join us for this Campaign City artist workshop! Artists will give a brief introduction to the elements of poster design and share on their work and inspiration. The workshop includes a hands-on session for participants to create their own campaign posters. Registration is required. Please register at eKiosks available at all libraries or http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/ Arts.aspx.
About the artist Eeshaun (b. 1980) is an artist and illustrator, and was featured in 20/20 BASE, an exhibition celebrating 20 of Singapore’s most creative talents at the Singapore Design Festival in 2007. He was commissioned by FARM to design the Singapore Pavilion for the 11th Venice Architectural Biennale in 2008. His largest public art installation, ‘Move!’, was commissioned by the Land Transport Authority of Singapore and unveiled in 2009 at the Bishan Circle Line. His work has been nominated and selected as one of the 20 Singaporean finalists for the 2012 Sovereign Asian Art Prize.
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Campaign City: Guided Tour
2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Meeting point: Promenade, Level 11, National Library Building
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Campaign City: Life in Posters in these tours led by the exhibition’s curator and artists. Learn more about the history of national campaigns in Singapore and hear from the artists as they share on their inspiration and creative process. Registration is required. Please register at eKiosks available at all libraries or http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/programme/Arts.aspx. SEPTEMBER 2013 // golibrary.nlb.gov.sg
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Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, Level 11, National Library Building
This exhibition features 40 of Singapore’s leading artists, architects and designers and 10 local art students. The participants, getting inspiration and information from the library’s and the national archives vast collection of campaign posters and campaign heritage material, created artworks reflective of their own personal memories and/or impressions of Singapore campaigning, past and present. These artworks are exhibited along with highlights from the Library’s campaign poster collection. Selected spaces in the National Library Building will also be used in novel ways to convey the rich histories behind Singapore’s campaigns.
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From Sharity Elephant to Singa Lion, Two is Enough to Clean & Green, campaigns and their mascots have become an idiosyncratic and often nostalgic part of Singapore’s national heritage. No other country has embraced campaigning as much as we have. To highlight this slice of Singapore identity to the local community, the National Library of Singapore, in partnership with independent art curator Alan Oei presents the exhibition – Campaign City: Life In Posters.
Roots: Tracing Family Histories National Library Gallery Level 10, National Library Building
The family is an important way in which societies structure themselves. This exhibition explores the quest of four Singaporean families to discover their histories. Digging through documents at home, in the library and various archives, they have drawn up their family’s genealogies. The stories uncovered by the families, while unique, will resonate with many Singapore families. Aside from family stories, the exhibition will also feature photographs, recipes, heirlooms and personal objects passed down from through the generations. The exhibition showcases the many resources available worldwide in researching family roots, including the now-popular DNA testing.
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Hands: Gift of A Generation
The Plaza, Level 1, National Library Building
The Singapore Memory Project (SMP) will launch its flagship exhibition titled Hands: Gift of a Generation in August. This exhibition showcases the memories of Singaporeans, especially those of the first generation who lived through the country’s nation-building years. Featuring the photographic portraits of their hands to symbolise their lives and stories, this exhibition depicts the personal and intimate perspectives that tell the Singapore story. Visitors to the exhibition can immerse themselves in the multimedia interactive experiences, such as the Remembering Room. Surrounded by a cloud of memories featured on a digital wall, they can explore the memories by tapping on each story. Contribute a memory and it will become part of the digital display. These memories can be saved into a special card that visitors can bring back as a keepsake. Children too, can share their memories via the Memory Pool where they can sketch or scribble digitally on the wall. These memories will appear in a pool like swimming fishes! Children can then “catch” these memories by scooping them up in their hands. There are so many more exciting activities in store, so come down and check it out! This exhibition promises a novel way to experience memories through imaginative use of digital technology. For more information, check out www.iremember.sg!
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“Inspire & Innovate” SIM Photography Competition 2013 – An Exhibit of Shortlisted Pieces Promenade, Level 8 National Library Building
Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) presents the shortlisted photos submitted for the competition. Where inspirations flourish, seeds of innovation are planted! The competition provides a platform for reflecting, capturing and showcasing moments of inspirations, enabling new channels of thought and creativity. For more information, please visit www.sim.edu.sg/festival/photocontest.
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From Books to Bytes: The Story of the National Library Promenade, Level 5, National Library Building
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“From Books to Bytes: The Story of the National Library” tells the story of the National Library of Singapore. Throughout our history, the library has been an integral part of Singapore’s cultural and social fabric as well as its residents. The exhibition traces the founding, development and growth of the National Library of Singapore from 1823 till present. Learn interesting snippets of the library’s rich history and how its function has evolved with the learning needs of the nation.
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The Donors Gallery Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, Level 10, National Library Building
The Donors Gallery was set up to display a sample selection of items donated to the National Library with the hope of creating a sense of rootedness through the preservation of local heritage content and fulfilling the library´s function of being the national memory and repository of Singapore heritage materials in all formats. It is also hoped that more Singaporeans will be encouraged to donate their heritage collections to the National Library.
Singapore Literary Pioneers Promenade, Level 11, National Library Building
The gallery displays the books, letters, calligraphic works, manuscripts, photographs and portraits of Singapore’s literary pioneers. Some prominent writers have also donated their pens, typewriters and literary awards. In addition, visitors can appreciate audio and video recordings of the writers in two multimedia screens.
ASEAN Collection Display Ongoing till 30 September, 10.00 am 9.00 pm Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, Level 7, National Library Building Language : English Note : No registration is required 8 August has been instituted as ASEAN Day to mark the establishment of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 1967. In celebration of ASEAN’s 46th anniversary, the National Library will be displaying some of its collections that showcase the political, economic and cultural cooperation of ASEAN member states, the beauty of its landscape, and the rich cultural and culinary traditions of this region. Visitors can also participate in our ASEAN quiz and win prizes for correct answers (while stocks last). Here are a couple of books available from the ASEAN Collection Display:
Title: Achieving the ASEAN Economic Community 2015: Challenges for member countries & business / edited by Sanchita Basu Das. Call No. RSING 330.959054 ACH
Title: Southeast Asia in search of an ASEAN community: Insights from the former ASEAN Secretary-General / Rodolfo C. Severino. Call No. 341.2473 SEV
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