• Language and Literacy Development through Songs, Movement and Stories

    Online Zoom

    About this Programme: Do you remember singing nursery rhymes and simple songs from childhood? If the first part of a familiar melody and song text is given, most of us will finish singing the song.  Often as we hum these melodies, we think of other songs we learned during our early school years, and we realize that we can still sing many of these from memory.   MUSIC! How can children learn or live without it? The similarities between literacy acquisition and musical development are indeed many. The successful acquisition of reading and writing skills in early childhood depends on a […]

  • The Beautiful You Inside Out

    Online Zoom

    About this Programme: Why do you need to take care of yourself and how is it done?   When you are a young mum with younger kids, practising self-care is challenging, but it is very important.   Your self-care needs are high, and you’re busy with life changes.   Take a break and join us in this virtual workshop, where we will learn the following: Health risks faced by women under 40s Great Foods for Your Skin, Hair and Nails Lifestyle Tips: Adopt a Well-Balanced Diet and Exercise Regularly Key Nutrients for Healthy Skin, Hair and Nails Healthy and Yummy […]

  • Youth Engagement Programme: Virtual Classic Tours

    About this Programme: To better understand the racial and cultural diversities that exist within Singapore To develop a greater appreciation for Singapore’s rich history and heritage. To encourage interaction amongst youths in a fun, engaging and meaningful activity.   a) Virtual Tour @ Kampong Glam Let us take you on a journey around the old Royal Citadel. Visit the living abode of the former Malay Sultan and the royal family; see where they prayed, and even where some of them are buried today. Feel the local Malay culture-infused through the area as you breeze through the lively streets where traditional trades meet […]

  • Fun with micro:bit – Robotics Set the Timer

    Online Zoom

    About this Programme:  Programming and robotics help children understand the basic principles of computer science and digital literacy which underpins our digital world. It allows children to be digitally ready and prepares them to fully embrace technology and keep pace with the technological advancements of today and the future.   Much like a tiny, pocket-sized computer, the BBC micro:bit encourages children to learn basic coding and programming skills to prepare them for today’s tech-savvy world. In conjunction, children also need to understand the concept of coding to tune the micro:bit and make it work! Makecode is one such block-based coding […]

  • Pre-school Starters: Preparing Your Child for Preschool

    Online Zoom

    About this Programme: How important is preschool? Is it just play? What does the research say about children starting school behind their peers? What are key considerations when selecting kindergartens/ childcare?   Join us for the session conducted online in collaboration with KidSTART which addresses the above questions to help you better understand more on the critical early development years and you can support your child.   This workshop would help parents to understand how children develop early and how early childhood programmes can support their development. It would also highlight some considerations when selecting Kindergarten/Childcare centres for your child. […]

  • Tamil & Sanskrit: The Two Eyes of Siva (Talk)

    Online Zoom

    Prof George Hart, an American scholar of Tamil and Sanskrit from the University of California, Berkeley, discusses the contribution of these two languages to the intellectual culture of ancient India.

  • Mental Wellness in Times of Covid-19

    Online Zoom

    The unpredictable cause of the Covid-19 pandemic has had a major effect on our lives. Many of us are facing challenges that can be stressful, overwhelming, and cause strong emotions in adults and children.   Public health actions, such as social distancing, are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but they can make us feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety.   Join us as we learn the following: The general impact of the pandemic on an individual’s emotional and mental well-being Feelings: Anxiety, fear, isolation and confusion Difficulties: WFH when the family is home as […]

  • Food Innovation (SME Centre Workshop Series)

    Online Zoom

    Learn how to build innovation strategies for your food business, and find out what support you can tap to gain a head-start on your innovation journey!

  • S1 Starters: Helping Your Child Manage Exam Stress – Mental Health & Emotional Resilience

    Online Zoom

      Transitions are part and parcel of life, but how can we prepare our children for them? Building B.O.U.N.C.E for the bumps in life We live in an increasingly fast-paced and competitive society often described as a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) world, where the pressure to succeed and perform can leave our children feeling panic-stricken and overwhelmed. How can we nurture our child’s psychological resilience to better manage stress? Be empowered to emotionally coach your child towards a positive and healthy attitude for learning and living!   The S1 Starters parent workshop aims to help parents prepare themselves and […]

  • Time for Praise and Encouragement

    Online Zoom

    Children are more likely to repeat behaviour that earns praise or encouragement. It means you can use – praise and encouragement to change difficult behaviour and replace it with desirable behaviour.   To build healthy self-esteem in our children, we can use Praise and Encouragement in our everyday interaction with them. It is the fastest and most effective way to bring about positive change in our children, using Search Institute’s 6 Praise Pointers and exercising the 5-As of encouragement.   Join us as we learn resourceful tips to help your child recognise when they’ve done well and encourage good behaviour. […]

  • Understanding Early Childhood: Academic Coaching Through Child Directed Play

    Online Zoom

    Research has shown that parents who provide cognitive stimulation at home through reading and play activities are better able to support their children to self-regulate and respond in non-aggressive ways in conflict situations and to succeed at school. When parents are equipped with school readiness strategies, the children will be ready to learn and will more likely be academically successful.   Through this workshop, parents will: be aware of what children need in order to do well and enjoy their education journey conduct interactive reading build their children’s vocabulary and language skills encourage beginning reading and spelling skills empower their […]

  • Classic Closed Terrarium

    Online Zoom

    About the Programme: Being confined to our homes has made it difficult for us to appreciate the tranquility that nature provides. So, why not bring a little touch of nature to our homes?   Come join us in making your own miniature garden with your family! Not only do they look nice, but they are also a whole lot of fun to make! Explore your creativity and learn about the life cycle of plants in the process.   Moreover, all workshops in August will be ‘Singapore’ themed in order to commemorate NDP 2021. In line with this, each terrarium will […]

  • Family Bonding: Scented Stone Workshop

    Online Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to try something new as a family? Look no further! Come join us and design your very own mini scented stone from scratch!   Our Virtual Scented Stone workshop involves learning the techniques to make unglazed pottery that gives off a pleasant and relaxing aroma. Once completed, these stones can be placed in your homes as decorations or even kept in your bags or wallets to help calm you down wherever you bring them!   This workshop aims to provide an opportunity for parents and children to communicate effectively and work together while learning something new. […]

  • Melt & Pour – Soap Crafting Workshop

    Sugar & Spice Studio 81 Ubi Avenue 4, #10-19,, Singapore

    Looking for a unique and creative way to engage in art and bond with your family during the September holidays? Look no further! Come join us in designing and crafting your own natural handmade soap from scratch!

  • TikTok 101 – Video Editing

    Youth Hub @ SSC Jurong Point 1, Community Hub, Lift Lobby A, #06-03, Singapore

    Learn how to use the TikTok video editing platform including its 8 steps of editing. Also covered will be how to responsibly use social media.

  • Cuba Gula-Gula Saya: Traditional Indian Sweets with Radhika

    Entrance of Bukit Panjang Community Club 8 Pending Road, Singapore

    Homemaker Radhika shares her recipes for Gulab Jamun and Carrot Halwa. Hear about her culinary heritage and the joys of making these traditional Indian sweets.

  • Intercultural Seminar Series | Shaping Cultures and Minds in Early Singapore: Tamil Muslims and Malay Publishing

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    Some of the earliest Tamil books and newspapers in Singapore were published by Tamil Muslims. They were also instrumental in early Malay publishing. Interested to know more about how the Tamil Muslim publishers and the Malay literati interacted and worked together? Come join us in a specially curated seminar which will delve deep into this little-known subject.

    Free
  • Introduction to Bharatanatyam with Bhaskar’s Arts Academy

    Entrance of Bhaskar’s Arts Academy 19 Kerbau Road, Singapore

    Instructors from Bhaskar’s Arts Academy demonstrate the basics of Bharatanatyam, followed by a session of Indian carnatic music and more info about traditional Indian performance arts.