SG:Indian

Devdas Dance Workshop
2023-04-16 14:00 - 15:30 (Asia/Singapore) | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis
Participants will learn the choreography to a part of the main performance, which is happening on the 21st – 23rd of April, inspired by Bollywood dances. Devdas, the book is a larger-than-life and spectacular interpretation of the most famous love saga in Indian Literature, penned by legendary Indian writer Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay.

Programming Highlights
– Master a part of the main performance from the famous Devdas musical
– Learn from the expert Choreographer, Devendra Singh, and Vedika Argawal, Assistant Choreographer
– Immerse in this adaptation of the most famous love saga in Indian Literature

Why Join?
Join this fun filled workshop to learn the choreography to a part of the main performance of the ever popular musical, Devdas. Master the steps from the experts themselves and experience what it feels like to be part of this famous musical.

Attendance is free!

Little India Sweet Trail
2023-04-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-04-15 11:00 - 12:30 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis
Get a glimpse into the customs and traditions of Indian New Year through this immersive Little India Heritage Trail. Featuring various insta-worthy heritage sites, the specially curated thematic route will also satiate your sweet tooth with treats from a local store!

Programming Highlights
– Learn about the customs and traditions of Indian New Year and its significance
– Get a deeper understanding on the preparations involved, from buying flowers and garlands for prayers and new clothes to mark the joyous event
– Discover arusuvai, which represents six tastes and an auspicious dish which represents this
– Visit a sweet shop and discover the world of mithai and its importance in any Indian celebration

Why Join?
This specially curated trail will invoke your senses, from savoury to sweet. Walk through the lanes and get your senses aroused by the beautifully scented flowers which will be offered for prayers. Learn the various customs and traditions observed during this auspicious day. Have a deeper understanding on what takes place in this celebration and the sweets and savoury dishes prepared to represent new beginnings.

Ticket Price: $15

Kids Storytelling & Craft
2023-04-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-04-15 11:00 - 12:30 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis
The new year falls on 1st January but why is there another one in the month of April? Do we need to make new resolutions? Join Meera as she brings you on an adventure to discover the Indian New Year celebrations with drawings, craftworks, games and dance in this interactive and immersive story session by Grace Kalaiselvi.

Programming Highlights
– Meera, the friendly puppet will be taking her new found friends on a journey to observe Indian New Year
– Discover what goes into ushering Indian New Year, from food preparation, to decorations, to wear traditional clothes
– Craft activities, dance and interactive session for parents and child

Why Join?
Join Meera who has just moved from Australia and discover how Indian New Year is celebrated in Singapore. See the beauty of Indian New Year through the eyes of Meera as she discovers the importance of celebrating and remembering ones roots.

Ticket Price: $10

Public speaking workshop in Tamil for students
2023-04-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Birch Road (open field)
Popular public orator Barathi Chandrasekaran from India will conduct this workshop for students, with a view to helping them gain confidence in speaking in public and in Tamil. Students will be split into smaller groups for practice and presentation. They will also have an opportunity to win cash voucher prizes. Around 50 students are expected to attend.

Free attendance.

Public Speaking Workshop in Tamil
2023-04-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Open Field at Birch Road

Indian cultural fiesta
2023-04-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Birch Road (open field)
This free event will feature dance performances by 15 Indian communities – Bangladeshi, Malayalee, Malwa, Punjabi, Maharashtra, Hindi, Sindhi, Kannada, Indian Peranakan, Gujarati, Marwari, Bengali, Indian Muslims, and Tamil, each lasting about five minutes. Around 800 to 1 000 guests are expected for this three-hour show, which will be hosted in English.

Sunset Street Yoga
2023-04-15 17:30 - 18:00 | Campbell Lane (Outside Indian Heritage Centre), Singapore
Yoga master Jeevan will lead participants in yoga sessions as the sun sets. The exercises will not put any stress on the knees. Participants will be required to bring their own yoga mats. Alternatively, they can purchase them at the venue. Interested participants are encouraged to pre-register for this free event. However, walk-ins are also allowed. Participants will be given bottled water. They also stand to win cash voucher prizes.

Ethnic Indian Food Trail
2023-04-15 15:00 - 17:00 | 5 participating restaurants in Little India
Five restaurants in Little India will allow visitors to sample their range of finger food for $10. To help visitors learn more about the food they are tasting, there will be writeups on them.

Venue Address: Five participating heritage restaurants in Little India: Gayathri, Junior Kuppana, Flavours, Shivam and Nagarkovil Aarya Bavan restaurants.

Note: Walk along the Heritage Trail of Little India and treat your taste buds to the tantalising flavours of Indian food.

Fees: $10 per person

Guided Tour to Discover our Tamil Language in Singapore @ IHC
2023-04-15 15:00 - 16:30, 2023-04-08 15:00 - 16:30 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
சிங்கப்பூரில் நமது இந்திய மரபையும் தமிழ்மொழியையும் பற்றி மேலும் அறிய​ இந்​திய மரபுடைமை நிலையத்​​தின் தமிழ் வழிகாட்டி சுற்றுலா மற்றும் உரையாடலில் கலந்துகொள்ளுங்கள்.

இந்​திய மரபுடைமை நிலையத்​​தின் காட்சிகூடங்களை ஒட்டி தமிழில் வழிகாட்டி சுற்றுலா நடத்தப்படும். இச்சுற்றுலா மூலம் இந்தியர்கள் மற்றும் தெற்காசிய சமூகத்தினரின் செழிப்பான வரலாறு, கலாச்சாரம், பாரம்பரியம் ஆகியவற்றைப் பற்றியும், சிங்கையில் தமிழ்மொழியின் வளர்ச்சியையும் பங்கையும் பற்றித் தெரிந்து​ கொள்ளலாம். இருவழி உரையாடல் கொண்ட இச்சுற்றுலா, இளையர்களால் வழிநடத்தப்படும். சிங்கையில் தமிழ் மொழி வாழும் மொழியாக தொடர்ந்து திகழ வருகையாளர்கள் அவர்களின் கருத்துகளையும் புதிய எண்ணங்களையும் பகிர்ந்து கொள்வார்கள். இவை வளர்தமிழ் இயக்கத்துடன் பகிர்ந்து கொள்ளப்படும்.

தேசிய மரபுடைமைக் கழக நிர்வாகத்தின்கீழ், இந்தியச் சமூகத்தின் ஆதரவுடன் செயல்படும் இந்திய மரபுடைமை நிலையம், தென்கிழக்காசிய வட்டாரத்தில் இந்திய, தெற்காசிய சமூகங்களின் வரலாற்றை ஆய்ந்தறிகிறது. நிலையத்தின் நான்கு மாடி கட்டடம், இந்தியப் பாரம்பரியத்தையும் நவீன கட்டடக்கலை அம்சங்களையும் ஒருங்கிணைக்கும் தனிச்சிறப்பு வாய்ந்த, நீடித்து நிலைக்கத்தக்க கட்டடமாகத் திகழ்கிறது. கட்டடத்தின் வெளித்தோற்றம் “பவோலி” (இந்தியப் படிக்கிணறு) போல வடிவமைக்கப்பட்டுள்ளது. இந்தியக் கலாசாரத்தைப் போற்றிக் கொண்டாடுவதற்கும் பேணிக் காப்பதற்கும் நகரமய அரங்கை உருவாக்கித்தர நிலையம் முற்படுகிறது. இங்கு ஐந்து நிரந்தரக் காட்சிக்கூடங்களும், சிறிய அளவிலான அரும்பொருளக வசதிகளும், அரும்பொருளகக் கடையும், நிகழ்ச்சி மற்றும் நடவடிக்கை இடங்களும் உள்ளன.
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Join us to discover our heritage and the Tamil Language in Singapore at the Indian Heritage Centre through a guided tour and a facilitated conversation in Tamil!

Join a free Tamil guided tour of the Indian Heritage Centre’s galleries led by our docents. Discover the rich history, heritage, and culture of the Indian and South Asian communities in Singapore and Southeast Asia and how Tamil Language has grown and played a key role in Singapore. This interactive tour will include conversations led by youth facilitators to share thoughts, comments on the learnings from history (seen in the galleries) and big ideas on how Tamil language can continue to be a living language in Singapore and will later be shared with TLC.

The Indian Heritage Centre (IHC), under the management of the National Heritage Board and with support from the Indian community, traces the history of the Indian and South Asian communities in the Southeast Asian region.

The four-storey IHC building is an iconic, unique and sustainable building that blends both traditional Indian as well as modern architectural elements. The architectural design for the facade of IHC is inspired by the “baoli” (or Indian stepwell), and seeks to create aurban forum for the celebration and appreciation of Indian culture. It houses five permanent galleries, small scale museum facilities, a museum shop as well as programming and activity spaces.

Singapore Ceylon-Tamils Association Gala Luncheon
2023-04-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Shangri-La Singapore Hotel ballroom, 1D Ardmore Park, 259946, Singapore

Festive Indian Sweets - Cooking Demo by Chef Devagi
2023-04-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis
Whoever said having something sweet every day is not good for your health has never had jaggery before! Join Chef Devagi and revel in the goodness of nature’s candy as she demonstrates 2 well-loved festive Indian sweets that gets its distinct flavours from jaggery – a traditional sweetener.

Programming Highlights
– Learn two Indian sweet recipes from one of Singapore’s most dynamic and talented food personality, Chef Devagi
– Cooking Demonstration of Obattu, a sweet indian flatbread stuffed with a mixture of jaggery and lentils or coconut
– Cooking Demonstration of Aval Kesari,a sweet and popular South Indian dessrt
– Dive deep into the quintessential Indian ingredient, jaggery, both dark and golden
– Debunk the myth that sweet is not good for your health. Learn the nutritional content of both dark and golden jaggery

Why Join?
Expand your repertoire to India sweets and join us in this cooking demo with Singapore’s dynamic food personality, Chef Devagi. Honouring the quintessential jaggery, commonly used in Indian households, Chef Devagi will demonstrate two dessert recipes that you can replicate at home and impress your friends!

Tickets: $10

SICCI Charity Golf 2023
2023-03-31 11:00 - 20:00 | Orchid Country Club (Dendro & Vanda), 1 Orchid Club Road, 769162, Singapore
SICCI Cares in support of Sri Narayana Mission’s 75th Anniversary Fundraising Campaign.

Event Objective: To raise S$750,000 to help Sree Narayana Mission extend its social interventions in assisting more underprivileged Singaporeans.

Event Highlights:

Golf game
Prizes
Goodie bags
Lucky draw prizes
Dinner & Entertainment

Tournament Winners:
Men:

A Div (1st, 2nd & 3rd)
B Div (1st, 2nd & 3rd)

Ladies:

Open (1st, 2nd & 3rd)

Novelty Prizes:

Nearest to Pin (Holes D8 & V4)
Longest Drive (Holes D1 & V9)
Nearest to Line (Holes D5 & V3)

Event Details:

Registration: 11 am, Goodie bag collection
Lunch: 11.30 am @ Vanda Terrace
Tee Off (Shotgun): 1 pm
Dinner & Prizes: 6.30 pm @ Sapphire Suite
Format: System 36
Tee Box: Men (White) & Ladies (Red)

Benefits for Sponsors

Guest-of-Honour: Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health

Enquiries:
SICCI:

Mr M S Maniam: 9137 6466
Ms Jamuna: 9010 1474
Mr J K Sara: 9749 9453
Ms Jayanthi: 9455 0371

SNM:

Mr Selva Durai: 8608 5201
Mr Devendran: 9683 2998

Registration:

Singapore Malayalees: Cultural Insights
2023-03-18 17:30 - 20:15 | The Pod @ NLB, Level 16, National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street, Singapore, 188064, Singapore
Dear Friends:

We are pleased to share that CSTC and NLB will be bringing you a special introduction to the Singapore Malayalee community – a rich and diverse sub-ethnic group among Singapore Indians. You’ll get a glimpse of their cultural practices, artifacts, dance, music and, of course, a taste of their unique cuisine!

The Singapore Malayalees are the second biggest community among Indians in Singapore. They have been here since the early days of Singapore as a British colony. Did you know that a Malayalee Muslim cemetery was here in Singapore before Raffles arrive in 1819? The Malayalees have served Singapore well and distinguished themselves as, among other things, trade unionists, journalists, lawyers and doctors, and artists. One of their community became President of Singapore – Mr C V Devan Nair!

We hope you will come, see and enjoy the presentation!

Looking forward to seeing on Saturday, 18 March at NLB!

CSTC Administration

அன்புடயீர்:

சிங்கப்பூர் இந்தியரிடையே, தமிழர்களுக்கு அடுத்து ஆகப் பெரிய சமூகமாக உள்ள சிங்கப்பூர் மலையாளி சமூகத்தைப் பற்றிய ஓர் அறிமுகத்தை முன்வைப்பதில், தேசிய நூலக வாரியமும் சிங்கப்பூர்த் தமிழ்ப் பண்பாட்டு மையமும் மகிழ்ச்சியடைகின்றன. மொழியாலும் பண்பாட்டாலும் நம்மோடு மிக அணுக்கமாக இருக்கும் இந்தச் சமூகத்தைப் பற்றிச் சற்று ஆழமாகப் புரிந்துகொள்ளவே இந்த முயற்சி. அவர்தம் கலைப்பொருட்கள், நடனம், இசை, உணவு உள்ளிட்ட பல பண்பாட்டுக் கூறுகளை நாம் ருசி பார்க்கப் போகிறோம்!

ஆங்கிலேயர்களின் காலனியாகச் சிங்கப்பூர் நிறுவப்பட்ட காலத்திலிருந்தே அவர்கள் இங்கு இருக்கிறார்கள். 1819 இல் ராஃபிள்ஸ் வருவதற்குமுன், சிங்கப்பூரில் ஒரு மலையாளி முஸ்லிம் கல்லறை இருந்தது உங்களுக்குத் தெரியுமா?

மலையாளிகள் சிங்கப்பூருக்குச் செய்திருக்கும் பங்களிப்புகள் மிகச் சிறப்பானவை. தொழிற்சங்கவாதிகள், ஊடகவியலாளர்கள், வழக்கறிஞர்கள், மருத்துவர்கள், கலைஞர்கள் எனப் பல்வேறு துறைகளில் அவர்கள் கொடிகட்டிப் பறந்திருக்கின்றனர். நம் பெருமதிப்பிற்குரிய சிங்கப்பூர் அதிபர் திரு சி.வி. தேவன் நாயர் அச்சமூகத்தின் தலைசிறந்த பேராளராக விளங்கினார்!
வாருங்கள்! பாருங்கள்! பயனுறுங்கள்!

பதிவுசெய்ய இந்த இணைப்பைச் சொடுக்கவும்: https://tinyurl.com/SGMalayalees

மார்ச் 18 சனிக்கிழமையன்று தேசிய நூலக வாரியத்தில் தங்களைக் காண ஆவலுடன் காத்திருக்கிறோம்!

சி.த.ப.மை நிர்வாகக் குழு

Special Tours at the Indian Heritage Centre
2023-03-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
About the Tour

Learn about the distinctiveness of Singaporean Indian cultures in our multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society and gain a greater appreciation of the diversity of local Indian identity and social norms in Singapore.

Join this tour specially curated for new citizens, non-Singaporeans and visitors who would like to better appreciate the uniqueness of the Singaporean Indian culture.

Tour is free (refundable deposit of $15) | Suitable for those aged 15 and above.
Each participant receives a IHC goodie bag!

Please note that the tour will proceed if the minimum registration number is met. Participants will be informed via Peatix if the tour is to be rescheduled.

Tickets: Refundable Deposit at $15

Rang De Holi 2023 (12 March)
2023-03-12 11:00 - 19:00 | Palawan Green, Siloso Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore
Rang De Holi 2023 is back, a celebration of festival of colours in Singapore at Palawan Green Sentosa.

The most celebrated Indian festival of colors in Singapore – spend a day with friends and family for a culturally rich entertainment, lots of entertaining activities like DJ music street food, drinks and lots of networking and fun.

We welcome you to join us for a day full of fun and celebrate the festival of colours with us.

The Event features:

Holi Party with live DJ Music
Eco friendly Non Toxic colours
Delicious Indian food & drinks (to be bought separately)

We have exclusive offers just for you EVERY one gets a pack of Colour.

Early Bird Promo:

Adult (12 Yrs +) = $30 [1 Adult + 1 colour ]

Child (4 -11 yrs) = $15 [1 Child + 1 colour ]

Family (2A +1C) = $75 Family (2A + 2C) =$80

Pls note: We have a transparent one price for individuals and groups. We thank you for your support.

Terms & Conditions:

(Pls read all terms carefully, ticket once bought is not refundable/not negotiable).

A rain or shine event
Baggage service will be available for rental at venue fr first come first serve.Pls come with least Baggage.donot leave your baggage unattended at the venue.
Outside colours, food and drinks will not be allowed inside the venue.
DSLR not allowed as we will have event photographers we will upload them all post event for free on facebook page & event website. Photographs and videos maybe used for marketing purposes. If you wish your photograph’s to be used or to be removed from the website and the facebook page, please let us know and we will do the needful.
Admission is subject to tickets produced at the entrance.
Children 4 to 11 years must purchase child ticket for admission.(under supervision by parents/guardian at all times)
Children 12 yrs & above need to purchase adult ticket for admission.
Kids below 4 Years are free entry accompanied by adults. Pls ensure kids are with you always
Organisers can change the seating category & price depending on the need of event & venue
Tickets once sold are non refundable and non negotiable. This is a rain or shine event.
All participants take complete responsibility of themselves and their dependents. Organisers do not take responsibility for any claims for any incident caused directly or indirectly during the event.
All care has been taken to play holi with safe & non toxic colours, known to suit all skin conditions. We still insist you do a skin test before you use the colours.
Organiser reserves the right to refuse admission to any person whose conduct is inappropriate and poses a threat to security of the event.
Organiser reserves the right to change the venue, cancel or postpone the event due to unforeseen circumstances if required.
Ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risk & danger incidental to the Event whether occurring prior to, during or subsequent to the actual Event, including any death, personal injury, loss, damage or liability. Organizer does not take responsibility for any claims.
Organisers are not responsible for any kind of direct or indirect claims on account of the event .As a event participant you undertake any such risk of any unforeseen incident that may happen during the event. You are responsible for your family and yourself.
Expected to be a full house event; entry queue can be 20-30 mins, limited lockers, please be light n easy.

Holi Mela 2023 (Festival of Colours)
2023-03-12 09:30 - 14:30 | Open Field at Tanjon Rhu View (Between Costa Rhu and Pebble Bay Condos)
The event includes:

Performances
Lucky draws
Delicious food on sale
Colours on sale

Venue: Open field at Tanjong Rhu View (between Costa Rhu and Pebble Bay Condos)

Guest-of-Honour: Mr Lim Biow Chuan, Adviser to Mountbatten Grassroots Organisations

Free Entry

How to get there: Free shuttle bus to and from Stadium MRT (drop off point and event site – 9.30 am to 10.30 am and 2 pm to 3 pm)

Note: No outside colours or food allowed; alcohol is strictly prohibited.

Enquiries: Katong Community Centre (6345 8258) | Singapore Gujarati Society (9088 2061) | Punjabi Society (8100 9555) | Singapore Sindhi Association (9100 3922) | Marwari Mitra Mandal (9336 1411) Maharashtra Mandal Singapore (9645 3027) | Punjabi Society (8100 9555)

Rang De Holi 2023 (11 March)
2023-03-11 11:00 - 19:00 | Palawan Green, Siloso Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore

GOPIO Junior Star 2023
2023-03-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Tampines East Community Centre, Auditorium Level 2, 10 Tampines Street 23, 529341, Singapore
A Fancy Dress & Oratorical Contest

GOPIO Singapore is proud to organise *GOPIO JUNIOR STAR 2023* – Fancy Dress and Oratorical Competitions for children aged 6 to 12.

Fancy Dress Contest

Theme: Culture & Tradition
Limited to 25 participants
Participants can take part in 2 categories:

6 to 9 years
10 to 12 years

Oratorical Contest

Theme: Unity in Diversity
Limited to 25 participants
Age Limit: 10 to 12 years

Attractive prizes for top 5 winners in each category.

Registration Fee: $10

Enquiries: Ganesan (T: 9667 4122) | Vanitha (M:8112 5764)

IHC Tanjore Art Workshop (Pongal Open House)
2023-01-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis:
Tanjore art is an ancient art form dating back 500 years ago in South India. This art technique uses pure gold and coupled with rich and vivid colours which makes it quintessentially Tanjore art. Through this workshop, you will be taught step by step on completing your own Tanjore masterpiece. Join us for this workshop to learn more on this ancient art form and create your own Pongal masterpiece.

Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 12 years and above.

Programming Highlights:
– Create an artwork with real gold
– Learn an ancient traditional Indian art form, that is a rarity in Singapore

Why Join?
Create your own Pongal masterpiece using the ancient art technique of Tanjore. As Tanjore paintings are an artform that uses real gold, it is an expensive technique to pick up, so join these sessions at IHC for the opportunity to try your hand at it with all materials provided. You will get to create a grand piece of artwork to show off in your home!

About IHC Open House 2023
The annual Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) will be celebrating the Pongal over two weekend-long festival through arts performances, craft workshops, lecture demonstrations and Little India trails. The festival hopes to promote a greater sense of pride and identity in the rich cultural heritage in Singapore. The Open House will be happening on 7-8 and 14-15 Jan 2023.

For more information, visit IHC Website or IHC Facebook Page.

Disclaimer:
By agreeing to join the workshop, each participant shall be responsible for any injuiry, loss of damage due to carelessness or other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.

Note:

The workshop will start on time.
Photographs may be taken for marketing and publicity purposes.
We do not accept cash payment
No refund/exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for workshop cancellation by IHC.
Please present your electronic or printed ticket(s) and vaccination status to join this workshop. We are unable to cater for walk-in registrations.
If you are unable to locate the museum by the event’s starting time, please have your phone on standby for us to contact you for further instructions.
Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 12 years and above.

Workshop cancellations:
If the workshop has to be cancelled due to unforeseen reasons, participants will be informed via email (a few days before the workshop) and SMS (2 hours before the workshop). Participants will receive full refund in case of tour cancellation via Peatix.

Tickets: $10

IHC's Little India Trail (Pongal Open House)
2023-01-15 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-01-14 11:00 - 12:30 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis:
Join this trail and take a journey back to the past. Take a walk through time and reminisce the early days of Little India amidst the hustle and bustle of cattle and bullock carts. We will go in depth of the significance and importance of the cattle in the Pongal Festival.

Programming Highlights:
– Soak in the festivities and vibrant Pongal market along Campbell Lane
– Learn the significance and importance the cattle has in the Pongal Festival
– Learn the history of the cattle trade in Little India in the 1840s

Why Join?
Take a walk through the history in Little India and learn about the cattle trade in the area. The importance and significance the cattle plays in the Pongal Festival will be explained in great detail. The trail will end at Indian Heritage Centre with a craft activity that you can bring home and showcase your masterpiece.

About IHC Open House 2023
The annual Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) will be celebrating the Pongal over two weekend-long festival through arts performances, craft workshops, lecture demonstrations and Little India trails. The festival hopes to promote a greater sense of pride and identity in the rich cultural heritage in Singapore. The Open House will be happening on 7-8 and 14-15 Jan 2023.

For more information, visit IHC Website or IHC Facebook Page.

Disclaimer:
By agreeing to join the workshop, each participant shall be responsible for any injuiry, loss of damage due to carelessness or other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.

Note:

The workshop will start on time.
Photographs may be taken for marketing and publicity purposes.
We do not accept cash payment
No refund/exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for workshop cancellation by IHC.
Please present your electronic or printed ticket(s) and vaccination status to join this workshop. We are unable to cater for walk-in registrations.
If you are unable to locate the museum by the event’s starting time, please have your phone on standby for us to contact you for further instructions.
Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 12 years and above.

Workshop cancellations:
If the workshop has to be cancelled due to unforeseen reasons, participants will be informed via email (a few days before the workshop) and SMS (2 hours before the workshop). Participants will receive full refund in case of tour cancellation via Peatix.

Tickets: $10

IHC's Outdoor Cooking Workshop (Pongal Open House)
2023-01-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis:
Come and learn to make Pongal, or sweet rice in the outdoors, in a traditional setting. Discover what ingredients goes into making this delicious concoction cooked in an earthenware pot and the significance of having it boil over.

Programming Highlights:
– Hands on experience on making Pongal in an outdoor traditional setting
– Learn the significance of having the dish boil over
– Immersive Pongal experience

Why Join?
Enjoy learning to make Pongal in a traditional setting, cooked in a new earthenware. Soak in the crucial ritual of the Festival and the significance of making this delicious concoction.

About IHC Open House 2023
The annual Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) will be celebrating the Pongal over two weekend-long festival through arts performances, craft workshops, lecture demonstrations and Little India trails. The festival hopes to promote a greater sense of pride and identity in the rich cultural heritage in Singapore. The Open House will be happening on 7-8 and 14-15 Jan 2023.

For more information, visit IHC Website or IHC Facebook Page.

Disclaimer:
By agreeing to join the workshop, each participant shall be responsible for any injuiry, loss of damage due to carelessness or other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.

Note:

The workshop will start on time.
Photographs may be taken for marketing and publicity purposes.
We do not accept cash payment
No refund/exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for workshop cancellation by IHC.
Please present your electronic or printed ticket(s) and vaccination status to join this workshop. We are unable to cater for walk-in registrations.
If you are unable to locate the museum by the event’s starting time, please have your phone on standby for us to contact you for further instructions.
Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 12 years and above.

Workshop cancellations:
If the workshop has to be cancelled due to unforeseen reasons, participants will be informed via email (a few days before the workshop) and SMS (2 hours before the workshop). Participants will receive full refund in case of tour cancellation via Peatix.

Tickets: $10

IHC Kranji Farm Tour (Afternoon Session)
2023-01-14 14:00 - 18:00 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Sessions are available on 14th Jan at 9 am and 2 pm. Join in and get tickets now!

Programme Synopsis
A sensorial retreat in nature for inquisitive urban city dwellers to fully experience the deep-rooted Tamil cultures and heritage, celebrating the real essence of Pongal.
Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 10 years and above.

Programme Highlights

Learn the significance and preparation of Pongal and witness the iconic boiling over of milk in a clay pot in a farm setting.
Hands-on experience making jaggery(Palm Sugar) from freshly harvested sugarcane.
LIVE station – Savour freshly made crispy vadais
Guided farm tour, exploring herbs and spices native to Indian culture
Experience weaving palm leaves to make a popular decorative thoranams

Why Join?
Visiting a working farm is a rare opportunity for many who are used to an urban environment to learn about farming and how the food they eat comes about. The journey begins with a live cooking demonstration of the traditional Pongal dish, followed by many hands-on interactive stations where you can learn about the significance of Pongal through fun activities.

Please note:
The meeting point is at IHC. Transport is provided to Kranji Farm. Please wear appropriate shoes and attire, and bring an umbrella/raincoat, water bottle and extra pair of clothes. Please bring along hand towels/wipes, mosquito patches, and a recyclable carry bag. Snacks and food are not included. Registration begins 20 minutes before the start of the programme; please be on time. The bus will depart at 9.15 am and 2.15 pm, respectively. The tour will be around 2.5 hours, including travelling time.

About IHC Open House 2023:
The annual Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) will celebrate the Pongal over two weekend-long festivals through art performances, craft workshops, lecture demonstrations and Little India trails. The festival hopes to promote a greater sense of pride and identity in the rich cultural heritage of Singapore. The Open House will be happening on 7 – 8 and 14 – 15 Jan 2023.

For more information, visit https://www.indianheritage.gov.sg/en or https://www.facebook.com/indianheritagecentre/.

Disclaimer:
By agreeing to join the workshop, each participant shall be responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to carelessness or other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.

The workshop will start on time.
Photographs may be taken for marketing and publicity purposes.
We do not accept cash payments.
No refund/exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for workshop cancellation by IHC.
Please present your electronic or printed ticket(s) and vaccination status to join this workshop. We are unable to cater for walk-in registrations.
If you cannot locate the museum by the event’s starting time, please have your phone on standby for us to contact you for further instructions.
Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 10 years and above.

Workshop Cancellation:
If the workshop has to be cancelled due to unforeseen reasons, participants will be informed via email (a few days before the workshop) and SMS (2 hours before the workshop).
Participants will receive a full refund in case of tour cancellation via Peatix.

IHC Kranji Farm Tour (Morning Session)
2023-01-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore

IHC's Special Dining Experience (Pongal Open House)
2023-01-13 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-01-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, 209924, Singapore
Programme Synopsis:
Don’t miss this special chance to learn more about where your food comes from and its journey to be presented to you in this special farm-to-table dining experience. Come and experience a vegetarian meal eaten during Harvest Festival! This traditional South Indian vegetarian meal consists of 16 side dishes eaten by hand. You will also learn the nuances behind the serving sequence of the vegetarian meal. This session will close with a special dance performance, giving you a deeper appreciation of Pongal.

Please note that dairy, peanuts and wheat may be present in the meal, and we are unable to cater for any food allergies.

Programming Highlights:
– Learn the importance of harvest in the Pongal Festival
– In-depth explanation of the items served on a South Indian Banana Leaf meal
– Explanation of the benefits of dining on a Banana Leaf and eating with your hands
– Be entertained with a special Pongal dance performance

Why Join?
Enjoy a scrumptious Indian vegetarian meal using your hands and learn the cultural significance behind the dishes served and its importance to Pongal Festival.

About IHC Open House 2023
The annual Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) will be celebrating the Pongal over two weekend-long festival through arts performances, craft workshops, lecture demonstrations and Little India trails. The festival hopes to promote a greater sense of pride and identity in the rich cultural heritage in Singapore. The Open House will be happening on 7-8 and 14-15 Jan 2023.

For more information, visit IHC Website or IHC Facebook Page.

Disclaimer:
By agreeing to join the workshop, each participant shall be responsible for any injuiry, loss of damage due to carelessness or other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.

Note:

The workshop will start on time.
Photographs may be taken for marketing and publicity purposes.
We do not accept cash payment
No refund/exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for workshop cancellation by IHC.
Please present your electronic or printed ticket(s) and vaccination status to join this workshop. We are unable to cater for walk-in registrations.
If you are unable to locate the museum by the event’s starting time, please have your phone on standby for us to contact you for further instructions.
Recommended Age: This workshop is suitable for participants 12 years and above.

Workshop cancellations:
If the workshop has to be cancelled due to unforeseen reasons, participants will be informed via email (a few days before the workshop) and SMS (2 hours before the workshop). Participants will receive full refund in case of tour cancellation via Peatix.

Tickets: $20

Rangoli Workshop with Vijaya Mohan
2023-01-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Tekka Place, B1-01, 2 Serangoon Road, 218227
About the Event:
Even before the first rays of the sun are visible on the horizon, at least 10 million Indian households sweep and clean their door entrances and draw picturesque and colourful designs called rangoli or kolam outside their houses. The word rangoli is derived from rangavalli – (rang meaning colours and valli meaning creepers) so Rangavalli means a row of colourful creepers. It is generally believed that rangoli/kolam are drawn to welcome Lakshmi the Goddess of Wealth into the house and also to ward off evil spirits.

These designs evoke a sense of geometry, creativity, sensitivity and beauty and is considered as an important form of artistic expression. As an art form, rangoli/kolam teaches one patience, endurance and determination. It also enhances creativity, concentration and confidence.

Ms Vijaya Mohan will be conducting hands-on rangoli-making workshop as well as a share its history and significance from its origins to the practices here in Singapore.
