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BAMBOO TELEGRAPH
September/October 2018
Registration is now
open for the AWA
Home Tour!
Showroom/Warehouse, No.1, Syed Alwi Road, #03-02, Song Lin Building,
207628
B T September
Contents
Bamboo Telegraph Production Team
BT Editor 3
Niki Cholet
bt_editor@awasingapore.org 2 President's Message
3 Carpet Auction
BT Staff
Lorraine Graybill 4 AWA Member Benefits
5 Home Tour
BT Advertising
Anna Strada 6 Community Service 8
Vandana Summerly 8 Beauty & Fashion/ Nomination Committee
bt_advertising@awasingapore.org
9 Thanksgiving Family Picnic
Visit us on the internet: 10 Arts & Culture
www.awasingapore.org
11 Mahjong
Facebook:
American Women’s Association of
12 Writers’ Block
13 Local Tours
11
Singapore - AWA
19 The Fork and Chopstick
Questions, comments and administrative 20 Tennis
issues, please email us:
admin@awasingapore.org 21 Running
Printed by
22 Golf Shots
23 AWA Workshops
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Xpress Print (Pte) Ltd
6880-2881, fax 6880-2998
sales@xpress.com.sg
MCI (P) 099/06/2018
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AWA Registration Policies
• Bookings open on the first working day of the month.
• You must register in advance to attend an event, online registration is available at www.awasingapore.org
• If an event is full, please join the waitlist. If a member wishes to cancel & cannot find a replacement, they can cancel their space with the AWA office. The space will then be offered
to the waitlist, in date order.
• The event ends at approximately the listed time.
• Only adults over 18 years may attend AWA tours unless otherwise designated.
• Family members and out of town guests pay AWA member price, other Singapore residents pay the guest price.
AWA Cancellation Policies
• If the event is marked NO CANCELLATION, then no refund can be given.
• All other AWA event fees include a $5 non-refundable admin charge. This cannot be returned under any circumstances.
• You may cancel your attendance at an event by emailing office@awasingapore.org 4 working days prior to the event.
• If you paid online, we will refund you via Paypal. If you paid by any other method you will be asked for your preferred refund
method, cash or check.
• You may transfer your attendance to another AWA member or to another identical event (e.g. Mahjong game to Mahjong game) no less than 4 working days prior to the event, by
emailing office@awasingapore.org with the new attendee’s name.
• Cancellations received within 4 working days of the event will not be refunded.
Please be advised that any names listed in this publication, the AWA directory or any other material published by AWA are for the exclusive use of AWA members only. Any commercial use is strictly prohibited.
The Bamboo Telegraph is published 10 times per year. The American Women’s Association and the Bamboo Telegraph neither endorse nor take responsibility for the opinions expressed herein. Please address all
comments and queries to the Bamboo Telegraph Editor. AWA does not endorse or promote any product or service offered through any advertisement that may appear in the Bamboo Telegraph.
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President's Message......
Suitcases unpacked? Check.
President’s Message
School back in session? Check.
Calendar filled with AWA events and activities? Check!
With our “Aloha” theme (and plenty of pineapples, maybe even a few pink leis) we held another
very successful Welcome Fair in August. Many thanks to Machelle Robbins and her team for
taking time out of their busy summer schedules to plan and organize this fantastic event. It was
Mel Rice
great to have all of our social, sports, special interest and community outreach volunteers on
hand to tell us all about the amazing activities that they have planned.
One event I am looking forward to this year is our annual Carpet Auction, which will be held
at the Novotel Singapore on Friday 28th September. For over 20 years, the AWA has partnered
with Eastern Carpets to put on this impressive event. Whether you buy something or not, this is
a great opportunity to experience the excitement of a real live auction with some great deals and
an evening that you won’t want to miss.
With October just around the corner, thoughts of cooler weather, autumn colors and Halloween
candy come to mind. While we may not have “fall type weather” here in Singapore, and the
colors of the palm trees won’t change; we might just have the perfect Halloween event for you
and your family to attend. For the third year in a row, AWA will be participating in the Peoples
Association’s Halloween Night. This Halloween fair will transform the Cairnhill Community
Centre into a gigantic haunted house, complete with activities and fun for kids of all ages. The
AWA will have a room with all kinds of mysterious thrilling activities, so please bring your
family and come enjoy this great event!
While you are on the lookout for all things fall, don’t forget to register for our annual Home
Tour which will be held on Tuesday October 30th. Machelle Robbins and Dana Thompson have
spent countless hours scouting out some of the best and unique homes that will be featured.
This event is extremely popular and is for members-only; tickets will sell fast so be ready on
September 1st when registration opens.
Whether you are brand new or returning to Singapore, at home with little ones or work full time,
the AWA is the right place to come to make friends and find fun and fulfillment this year. With
so many activities and events to choose from you will be spoiled for choice.
American Women’s Association FAQ’s/Important Information
of Singapore • The AWA welcomes all nationalities, not just Americans.
• AWA guest fees apply to Singapore residents. Out of town guests and family
15 Scotts Road #03-01 members pay the AWA member price.
Singapore 228218 • Guests are entitled to attend 2 events (in total, not per year) before we ask
General Manager: Sarah Cockerill them to join the AWA to continue participating.
Main: 6734-4895 • You can register for membership and events any time on our website
Office Hours: www.awasingapore.org
Monday-Friday 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
www.awasingapore.org
AWA MISSION STATEMENT:
The American Women's Association is a sisterhood of women from around the world, who
come together to enhance their Singapore experience through fulfilling volunteer run
events and activities.
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Benefits of AWA Membership to Business Owners
Nominations
While AWA is a social rather than a business networking organization, we do feel strongly about supporting our
members who are business owners. The following summarizes the opportunities we offer to members who own
their own business:
Business Monday
On our AWA Facebook member community, you can post to our members about your brand or event on the first
Monday of the month. This has been selected to optimize the day of the week and time of the month to post,
whilst keeping this group otherwise advertising-free. We think this works best to really draw attention to the
posts when they go up. (for non-members the price is $75 per post)
Discounted Advertising for Members
For any advertising in our magazine or website we offer our members $75 off per advert. If you buy a package of
ads (6 or 10) you also get an additional % discount, making it even more cost effective. If you are interested you
can view our rates here, or contact our advertising manager, Anna, at bt_advertising@awasingapore.org.
Preferential Vendor Prices
AWA Members get a discount when buying a vendor table at one of our events. The price is communicated at the
time vendor registration begins. Email crc@awasingapore.org to be added to our potential vendor list.
AWA Workshops & Speaking Opportunities
Our workshop or speaker’s lunch programs can be great opportunities to give back to fellow members while also
letting them know about your business. Email workshops@awasingapore.org or monthlylunch@awasingapore.
org to be added to our potential speakers lists.
AWA Conference Room Space
As a member you can use the AWA conference room in our Scotts Rd office for business meetings at a
discounted rate.
Lucky Draw at Events
We often have lucky draw opportunities at our events, and always give credit to the donors in event-related
promotional materials. If you are interested in contributing a prize to any of AWA’s Major Events, please email
crc@awasingapore.org.
Sponsor & Partner Opportunities
To provide events at a lower price we always try to keep our costs low. You might consider sponsoring a photo
booth at one of our events, they are super fun and will really get your brand out there, as members keep the
photos on their fridge all the time! To discuss these opportunities please email crm@awasingapore.org
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COMMUNITY
Community Service
SERVICE
Highlighting Our AWA Members At Ronald McDonald House Charities
I’m very proud of all of our AWA members who have committed to volunteer at RMHC, both at NUH and IMH. I’m
happy to report that as of June 2018, the Ronald McDonald Family Room at IMH has 11 volunteers, 9 of which are AWA
members! More than 10 volunteers at NUH are AWA members. One in particular is Robin Phillips, who is now employed
full time by RMHC of Singapore. Recently I spoke with Robin to find out why RMHC has a special place in her heart, and
how volunteering has turned into a job opportunity for her here in Singapore. Please see our interview below.
1. Robin, please tell us how Long you have been an AWA member, how Long you have been in Singapore, and how
Long you plan to stay.
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We moved here in October 2016 and I joined right away! My husband isn’t on a contract with his employment
so I tell people “we’re here until we’re not here”! But, I think we will be here at least through 2019, if not longer.
Community Service
2. Why did you start volunteering for RMHC, and why did you choose RMHC as opposed to other volunteer
opportunities in Singapore?
Back in Houston, my husband’s company’s charity of choice was Ronald McDonald House, so we did quite
a few things with them. I actually didn’t know there was an RMHC here in Singapore until June of last year
when I saw something about it on the AWA website. I would have started here earlier, had I known or paid
attention. I really like the organization and what it stands for. The mission is consistent globally and I think
that is refreshing and important - make sure families who have children in the hospital are as comfortable as
possible. I am very proud to be a part of it. I did volunteer with some women’s shelters and food distribution
facilities before finding RMHC. I enjoyed it very much, but really started devoting a lot of my time to RMHC,
and it started to take priority to other volunteering opportunities for me.
3. What, in your opinion are the benefits of volunteering?
Of course, the main benefit of volunteering is seeing how the work you do affects the person for whom you
are doing it, right? Even if you feel like your volunteering contribution is small, it might not be to the person
receiving it. Seeing and hearing how grateful someone is for the work we do, it the best part. For me personally,
it really gives me a sense of fulfillment, like I am doing something to help towards the greater good of society. I
know that sounds incredibly cliche, but as an expat wife, it’s not uncommon to start struggling with having
an identity (or lack there of) and feeling like you have something worth contributing. Volunteering fills that gap
for me.
4. In what ways do you see our volunteers changing the lives of others?
Being a volunteer at RMHC means being a friendly face and a smile. It also means being the gateway
to a place where the families of children in the hospital can go to relax and escape, if only for a second,
the incredibly stressful time they are having. Something as simple as a smiling face has a profound affect on the
families. They open up to the volunteers, talk about their children, and genuinely look to them as a calming
force. Sveral of the families who have benefit from RMHC, whether they were the child in the ward, or the family
of the child, have come back and volunteered with RMHC! I think that speaks for itself!
5. How did volunteering at RMHC become an employment opportunity for you? (And by the way,
congratulations!)
Haha! Well, thank you! Honestly, it kind of fell into my lap. I have been a volunteer here for almost a year.
The existing manager left to pursue a new opportunity in April, so I reached out to a board member telling him I
was keen to take over the role and bibbidi bobbidi boo, I have a job!
6. What is your new role title and what are your new duties?
My new title is “Operations Executive for RMHC Singapore at NUH”. My duties are to over-see all of the
operations of the House and the Family Room - the 2 facilities we have at NUH. That pretty much means making
sure things run efficiently. In addition to partnering with the pediatric wards, I collaborate with NUH’s Volunteer
Communications department to make sure we give every family possible to opportunity to benefit from our
charity. I am also responsible for making sure we have enough volunteers, engaging them and making sure they
are happy. :)
Don’t forget to attend the AWA Welcome Back Fair on August 29, 2018 at the Fort Canning Lodge to check out all
volunteer opportunities and sign up to take a tour of The Ronald McDonald House at NUH on September 19th!
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ashion
Beauty & Fashion/Nomination Committee
eauty &
What better way to catch up with the ladies than over a glass of champagne and canapés, while
surrounded by beautifully crafted jewellery! Best of all, Monica Vinader Singapore is offering AWA
guests an exclusive 15% discount just for the event. Do register early to secure your slot to shop
exquisite jewellery from Monica Vinader.
In addition, one lucky AWA member will have the opportunity to win a Monica Vinader jewellery
piece that evening!
Wednesday, 19 September 2018
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Monica Vinader, ION Orchard #B1-09
$20 Members/$25 Non-members
Come dressed in black, white or both!
Nominations Committee - Call for Volunteers
AWA Board members are elected by general membership vote each year in May, at our Volunteer Appreciation AGM.
The nominations process is managed by a Nominations Chair and Committee, drawn from the general
membership. The committee also includes the President, GM & Historian from the current board. The committee
spends January to March looking for and interviewing candidates. They also host a Leadership Coffee in February
for anyone keen to learn more. The committee recommends a slate of officers to the existing board in April, and
then to the General Membership at the AGM in May.
The time commitment varies but is approximately 5 days a month in February and March. This is a great way
to be involved with the organization of AWA over a limited time frame. If you think you can help with this
committee, please email office@awasingapore.org
8 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018Thanksgiving Family Picnic Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG 9
Arts & Culture
LA PUTRI - JADE, THE “STONE FROM HEAVEN”
Date: Wednesday, October 17,2018
Time: 10 am - 12 noon
Venue: La Putri #02-15 Mandarin Gallery
333A Orchard Rd, 238897
PRICE: Member $15/ Guest $20
Limit: 20
How did Jadeite, the enigmatic gem, with origins from Burma, become
so intertwined with the culture of China? What is the difference between
Jade, Jadeite and Nephrite? Why is this highly revered gemstone also
regarded as the “Stone from Heaven”? What should I look for if I plan to
buy a piece of Jade? What does it mean when Jade has been treated?
Have these questions and more, answered at a fun and interactive
Insiders Talk morning.
Join us as we enjoy a hands-on understanding of the cutting process,
unpolished jade rock and finished jade pieces. Embrace a complete
jade experience, exclusively organized for the AWA by local experts at
La Putri Jewelry Gallery.
Register online at our Arts & Culture page.
10 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018TIBET’S HIDDEN SACRED TREASURES
Arts & Culture/Mahjong
DATE: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16
TIME: 10 AM – NOON
PLACE: SPIRITUAL ANTIQUE LAND
TANGLIN SHOPPING CENTER
COST: $15 MEMBER / $20 GUEST
Limit: 15 Pax
Hidden for decades in the mountain villages of Tibet,
Tibetan furniture and Himalayan art had mainly only
appeared in North American museums a decade
ago even though it was highly sought after for over a
century by collectors and fine art institutions.
The social and cultural history expressed in Tibetan
furniture offers art enthusiasts a fascinating window
into one of the most spiritually ethnic people of Asia.
It is in this realm of religion and culture the owner
of Spiritual Antique Land, Mrs. Sandy Song, seeks to
introduce you to Tibet’s hidden treasures through art
and artifacts. Hear as she explores the history behind
Tibetan furniture and explains the symbolism of their
lavishly painted surfaces.
Join us as we visit Sandy to view her exquisite
collection of the finest sacred furniture abundant in
color and intricate symbols.
Mahjong - Learn To Play! (Sept 3 & 10)
Date: Monday, September 3 AND 10
Time: 1 pm to 4 pm
Place: Boomerang Robertson Quay,#01-15 The
Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay, 238252
Cost: $80 Member
Limit: 24
This lesson series is designed for AWA members
who would like to join the regular AWA Mahjong
sessions but are new to the game of Mahjong
(Western Style).
In order to get comfortable with the game,
attendance at both sessions (Sept 3 & 10) is
required. In order to gain confidence in playing
after the lesson series, it helps to attend the remaining Monday Mahjong sessions for the month.
The price includes 1 drink/session & instructional materials.
If you are coming by taxi or driving, when you are on Mohamed Sultan Road, please look for Nanson
Road. The Quayside is on Nanson Road, near the Hotel Intercontinental.
(This class will only proceed with a minimum of 3 participants)
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AWA Workshops
The State of U.S. College Admissions: Understand the Present to Plan your Future
For Americans living in Singapore with children, one of the more daunting
challenges is understanding the college admissions process back home. What
exactly are those American universities looking for in their applicants? Have I given
my children an advantage by bringing them halfway across the world? How can we
make better decisions and devise stronger strategies when applying to American
schools? And when should we start?
Arun Ponnusamy, Chief Academic Officer of Collegewise (America’s largest college
counseling company), will answer these questions and more. He’ll draw on his
deep experience and resources to share the latest data and trends in American
college admissions as well as offer concrete advice focused on Third Culture Kids
September 18 navigating and excelling in the US college application process. There will be Q&A
10 am - 12 noon to follow the presentation.
Collegewise Office
Orchard Building, 1 About Arun Ponnusamy:
Grange Road #07-01 Based in Los Angeles, California, Arun is widely regarded as one of the most
Free for Members, knowledgeable college counselors and admissions experts in the US. As an admissions
$15 Guests officer, he evaluated the files of over 7,500 high school seniors and read approximately
20,000 college essays. Here's how it worked: he was an assistant director of
admissions for five years at the University of Chicago (his alma mater). Arun then held
the same post for two years at Caltech and spent another two reading for UCLA.
Spend the Morning with Interior Design Industry Leader Janice Feldman, CEO of JANUS et Cie
JANUS et Cie, renowned leader in luxury furniture, textiles and
accessories, invites you to its Singapore showroom for a special
morning with founder and CEO, Janice Feldman. The award-
winning designer, visionary and business leader will be sharing
her behind-the-scenes knowledge and current trends for the life
well-lived.
Recently named the International Interior Design Association’s
2018 Titan, Feldman is lauded as a true pioneer for her
impressive contributions to the industry. With Feldman at
the helm, JANUS et Cie—sister-brand to Cassina and Poltrona
Frau—has grown into a comprehensive global lifestyle brand
now celebrating its 40th year and maintaining nineteen flagships
throughout North America, Singapore, Sydney, and Milan.
September 25
10 am - 12 noon
JANUS et Cie Showroom:
#01-02, 11 Beach Road
$15 Members, $30 Guests
12 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018From Our Advertisers
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Heritage
AWA
LOCAL TOUR
POLICIES
• Complete detailed tour
descriptions are found at
www.awasingapore.org.
• You must register to participate in
an AWA Local Tour. Registration
begins on the first of the month at
www.awasingapore.org.
• If a tour is full, please complete the
Waitlist Form. There is no charge
to be on the waitlist; you will be TIME: 9 am – 1 pm TIME: 9 am – 1 pm
charged only if you are added to SEPT SEPT PLACE: Newton Hawker
PLACE: Chinatown MRT,
the tour. (This often happens!) 6 Exit A (Pagoda St)
COST: $47 Member,
13 Centre Car Park
COST: $84 Member,
Thursday Thursday
• You may cancel your attendance $58 Guest $100 Guest
at an event by emailing office@ LIMIT: 14 LIMIT: 19
awasingapore.org no less than four
working days prior to the event. We
regret that cancellations received
after that time cannot be refunded.
Fascinated about the delicious looking In Singapore, we say SHIOK to express
• All AWA tours include a $5 non- food the locals are wolfing down? delight when food tastes great. Join
refundable cancellation charge. What about all the interesting and us for a Singapore Food tour to some
sometimes scary looking produce you of the most popular local food places.
• You may transfer your registration see at the wet market? Come on this Discover favorite local delights with
to another AWA member, no less tour where you get to sample yummy our heritage guide, as she entertains us
than four working days prior to local delights, hear our guide share the with stories linked to the food.
an event for no fee by emailing history of Singapore street food and the
office@awasingapore.org. many ways local coffee can be served. Visit Geylang market to check out the
produce and traditional Malay kueh
• Only adults over 18 years of age After filling your tummy, we will kueh (snacks). Onward to Joo Chiat,
may attend AWA tours unless
head to the “wet” market to see food paradise of the east, to see how
otherwise designated in the
description. the wonderful array of fruits and spring roll wrappers and kueh pie ti
vegetables, interesting “live” produce is painstakingly made by hand. Learn
• Tour attire: If your tour includes a and learn about different Chinese about the historical origin of spring
visit to a place of worship, please dried goods and spices. We then hit rolls and taste a freshly made spring
be certain to cover your knees and the streets to learn about the history roll. Then we go in search of the best
shoulders. Comfortable shoes and and heritage brands of this very original Katong laksa - delicious rice
an umbrella are always a good idea. historical district. noodles in rich coconut gravy; learn
about the infamous laksa war. We end
• All tour end times are Finally, for lunch (at own expense), our trail with a visit to a popular fruit
approximate. we end up at one of Singapore’s street stand in the infamous red-light
most famous hawker centers where district of Geylang.
Tour Menu: it’s said famous chefs eat whenever
visiting Singapore. What is a food tour without tasting
these Singapore specialties? The
Please be aware that food samples tastes are included and drinks can be
WALKING BUS ART/CULTURE NIGHT FOOD NATURE SHOPPING
may contain pork, seafood, nuts or purchased from a local vendor. Join us
other allergens. to learn when to shout SHIOK!
14 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018Foodie Adventures/A Tiong Bahru Amble on Marina Bay Art Path
Taste of Malay Monkey God’s Birthday
Local Tours
TIME: 9 am – 12:30 pm TIME: 3 pm – 6 pm TIME: 10am – 11:30 am
SEPT SEPT PLACE: Lobby of Holiday SEPT
PLACE: One Farrer Hotel PLACE: Rain Oculus
21 & Spa Cooking Studio, 1
Farrer Park Station Road
25 Inn Atrium at the Junction
of Havelock and Outram
27 Artwork at Marina Bay
Sands Shopping Mall
Friday Tuesday Thursday
COST: $98 Member, Road COST: $22 Member,
$125 Guest COST: $44 Member, $27 Guest
LIMIT: 11 $54 Guest LIMIT: 15
LIMIT: 14
Enjoy learning about Singapore’s food Everyone loves the old world charm The Marina Bay Sands Art Path is a
traditions & history in our cultural of Tiong Bahru - CNN Travel thinks collection of large-scale art installations
cuisine tours, organized in partnership it is ‘Singapore’s hippest hood’ and by internationally renowned artists
with One Farrer Hotel. Travel and Leisure Magazine deems handpicked by Marina Bay Sands’
it as ‘Singapore’s most charming design architect Moshe Safdie. Each
In the company of our “foodie” guide neighborhood.’ project blurs the boundaries between
plus One Farrer’s chef, you will first visit art, science, architecture, and nature
one of Singapore’s most iconic markets Come on this walk to learn why this on a dramatic scale. Art Outreach, a
to learn about the ingredients which area was once called the “Hollywood of company whose mission is to increase
give character to our local cuisine and Singapore.” Visit one of the oldest temples visual art literacy and promote art
how to choose them. in Singapore and learn about the man who appreciation in Singapore, will be your
donated the land for this temple. guide as you walk through the Marina
Take the MRT back to the Hotel for Bay Sands hotel, mall, casino, and
refreshments followed by a tour of the Hear about the fascinating hobby of outdoor spaces, learning about these
hotel’s private rooftop Farm - actually ‘Bird Singing.’ Next, we’ll stop by the great works of art and the artists who
on the 7th floor of this magnificent locations to see the “new” and “old” created them.
facility with amazing views over Little bird singing corners. Afterwards, we’ll
India. There you will handpick fresh have some tea at the famous Tiong
vegetables, fruits and herbs to bring Bahru Market where we can also
to the cooking studio where you will sample some delicious Hawker food.
participate in a cooking demonstration,
make your own dishes, and then savor Towards the end of the walk, a
the “fruits of your labor” at the end treat awaits! It is the Monkey God’s
of the session. You will learn how to birthday. His birthday always falls on
prepare 3 delicious Malay dishes. the 16th day of the first Lunar month.
In addition to opera singing, we’ll be
able to enjoy the festivities planned
for the day! Please join us on this ‘hip’
trip through Tiong Bahru and have fun
celebrating the Monkey God’s birthday.
Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG 15Comparative Religions: On Foreign Soil – The Ultra-Modern Singapore
Bahai and Sikhism U.S. Embassy
More Local Tours
TIME: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm TIME: 9:15 am – 12 noon TIME: 9 am – 1pm
OCT PLACE: Outram MRT Exit OCT OCT
PLACE: Corner Entrance PLACE: Corner Entrance
3 G Above Ground
COST: $36 Member,
5 of Tanglin Mall (outside
Starbucks)
6 of TangliNewtown Food
Centre Car Park
Wednesday Friday Saturday
$45 Guest COST: $10 Member, COST: $62 Member,
LIMIT: 14 $15 Guest $77 Guest
LIMIT: 17 LIMIT: 19
We are very fortunate that here in This is your chance to get a peek How much do you really know about
Singapore, all faiths and races coexist behind the public entrance. Due Singapore’s skyline other than its
harmoniously. Much credit goes to the to security, we are not allowed to impressive beauty and grandeur??
Inter Religious Organization which has tour the Embassy. We are however, Since 1965, Singapore has used
been doing important work cultivating allowed to leave the public area, and modern architecture to define its
and promoting understanding between enter the “behind the scenes” general national identity and attract global
the different religions, through dialogue area. From there, we move on to businesses. Since the beginning of
and various other events. Come on the conference room where many the millennium, several cutting edge
this tour to learn about two of the Embassy meetings take place. Here, the architectural designs by internationally
“youngest” religions, Bahai and Sikhism. Community Liaison Officer or another famous architects have redefined
We will visit their places of worship and staff member, will hold an information the cityscape: Esplanade Theatres,
hear from the followers of the faiths session for our group. We’ll learn about Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the
about their beliefs and practices. At the many diverse roles played by the Bay and Sport Hub. It’s no surprise
the end of the tour, we can join the Embassy in support of U.S. Citizens on that Singapore is home to some of the
followers at the Sikh Temple and have a foreign soil. world’s best ultra-modern architecture
light vegetarian lunch. that often upstages the Merlion!
At the end of the tour, we will have
Bahai was established in 1863 by Baha a few minutes to visit the Embassy Join us for a tour and learn some of
u Llah in Iran, which was known as gift shop. You’ll find gifts bearing the the fascinating insights of Singapore’s
Persia then. The main tenet of the faith, United States Embassy Seal. physical growth towards being a world-
is the essential worth of all religions class sustainable city and forward
and the unity and equality of all people. U.S. and non-U.S. Citizens are welcome. view of Singapore 2030 and beyond.
The tour includes a visit to the newly
Sikhism, from the word Sikh, meaning Security requires that you provide us
revamped Singapore City Gallery at the
“disciple”, originated in the Punjab with your passport information one
Urban Redevelopment Authority.
region of India, around the end of the week prior to the tour, therefore, only
15th century. The fundamental beliefs, registered tour participants will be This is the tour that will let you share
include the divine unity and equality of allowed into the Embassy. Refunds for facts and figures with family and friends
all humankind and to engage in selfless this tour cannot be given. when touring downtown Singapore!
service and social justice for all.
16 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018An Evening “Vice” Walk Food and Neighborhood Little India Walk for
Around Little India Explorer 2 Deepavali-Day/Night Tour
More Local Tours
TIME: 6 pm – 9 pm TIME: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm TIME: 9 am – 12:30 pm
OCT PLACE: Vagabond Club 39 OCT OCT
PLACE: Queenstown MRT PLACE: Little India MRT
18 Syed Alwi Road
COST: $54 Member,
24 (On Green Line EW19)in
front of the control station
25 (NE Line) Exit C
COST: $64 Member,
Thursday Wednesday Thursday
$64 Guest after you tap out. $80 Guest
LIMIT: 15 COST: $48 Member, OR LIMIT: 14
$60 Guest
LIMIT: 14
OCT TIME: 5:15 pm – 9:15 pm
Come along with us to explore This is the second part of a series 26 COST: $74 Member,
$92 Guest
another side of Little India, arguably of tours where we will explore the Friday LIMIT: 14
the most authentic of Singapore’s neighborhoods of the various public
heritage neighborhoods, and one housing or more commonly known as During the “Festival of Lights”
that oozes history. HDB (Housing and Development Board). otherwise known as Deepavali, Little
India is a community beaming with
Step off the beaten path and walk Our 1st stop is the oldest HDB energy. Discover the colorful Indian
through a red light district, see development, though one would culture through their folklore and
where taxi girls and the Queen of not have guessed it from the new customs as they prepare for this unique
Striptease strutted their stuff, learn apartments that are sprouting out. We holiday! Join our guide and hear
about some grisly and gruesome will also be exploring 2 of the most an anecdotal recount of Serangoon
stories set in the neighborhood, and desirable HBD developments, which is Road. Guaranteed to be a treat for
much more... located right next to a park, and have your senses, this tour guides you
won numerous architecture awards through the buzzing streets of Little
We will start our tour with a cocktail locally and internationally. India, where you will stroll past flower
(or mocktail) at the fun and funky garland makers stringing fragrant
Vagabond Club, a gem of a boutique The 2nd part of the tour is where Jasmines and experience the exotic
hotel with an extraordinarily eclectic we join food loving Singaporeans to aromas and tastes of Indian food
art collection that we’ll also take a indulge in different foods from one culture. During our food stop, we will
look at. of the most popular hawker centers enjoy some delectable Indian delicacies
around. With our stomachs satiated, at a popular vegetarian restaurant
let’s discover the nooks and crannies while learning the art of Indian table
of another award winning building etiquette. Finally, this tour would
which houses various volunteer welfare not be complete without diving into
organizations. There is a lovely cafe the festivities with a visit to a Hindu
and shop run by one of the charities, temple, unearthing the significance of
where you can stay on (optional) for Deepavali and the array of celebrations
coffee and shop. by diverse Indian communities.
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18 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018THE FORK AND CHOPSTICK
The Fork and Chopstick
Mission: To highlight the off the beaten path, heritage, or just plain fun chomping grounds
By Jenni & Eric Lee
SBCD Korean Tofu House
Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, S. 039596
Tanjong Pagar Centre, 7 Wallich Street, S. 078884
Los Angeles, aside from being known for Hollywood and
beaches, has one of the most vibrant ethnic food scene
in the US. Not surprisingly, this includes Korean cuisine
- greater LA having the largest Korean community in the
US. Most people’s entry level foray into Korean cuisine is
with the ubiquitous Korean BBQ, progressing to comfort
foods and hangover cures in stew form, including the
Korean army stew. For some people, comfort food is
chicken soup, for others there’s congee and for Koreans
it can be soontofu. (“Soon” means soft.) It’s a stew
simmered in a pork and vegetable based broth, which
is deeply red due to large amounts of Korean chilli
powder. Why are we talking about Los Angeles? We
frequented BCD Tofu House in LA and now Singapore
has two branches of SBCD Tofu House, specializing in soontofu. The soft and silky tofu is freshly made daily on
the premises, using specially imported soybean from South Korea.
SUNDAY LUNCH CHOMP: We ordered combos, like soon tofu and
bibimbap (rice mixed with seasoned vegetables), and soontofu
with unagi (freshwater eel) - all priced about $24. A standout
dish at SBCD is freshwater eel. This Korean version comes grilled -
tender and smoky. We highly recommend it! (A sweeter Japanese
style sauce is served on the side.)
There are four levels of soontofu spiciness to choose from, along
with the option to have it non-spicy. The dishes come with rice
served in a piping hot stone bowl, where you scoop out enough
rice to eat with your sew but leave a thin layer of rice that crisp up.
You can later pour the corn tea into the stone bowl for a crunchy, soupy way to finish your meal.
COMPARISON: Portion sizes are generous and almost what you would find in LA. You are also provided with
banchan, or Korean condiments, and refills can be requested. The LA version of the restaurant is open 24 hrs a day,
serving a clientele of mixed cultures… comfort food is needed round the clock! We would also like to pay tribute
upon the passing of Jonathan Gold, the restaurant critic for the LA Times, who told the story of LA through its food
and the cultures that represent the city. Thank you for showing us the mosaic that is Los Angeles.
AMBIENCE & DECOR: Light & airy. Luxurious canteen feel.
ADVENTURE LEVEL - Advanced, if you are ready to go beyond introductory Korean BBQ.
PRE/POST MEAL: Walking around this mall is actually unique and interesting, with many specialty shops rather
than ubiquitous chains. The Tanjong Pagar location has a number of watering holes to walk to along Tras
Street and environs.
RANT & RAVE: Crazy hot level of spice was disappointingly not crazy nor hot. Good value meal for Singapore,
but alas, still much higher prices than Los Angeles.
Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG 19TENNIS
Tennis
Fun, Friendship, and Fair Play
Monthly Update
All of us from the committee are looking forward to seeing some new and familiar faces at our upcoming events!
For more information on any of our programs and events check us out online at www.awasingapore.org or email
tennischair@awasingapore.com
Do join our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/AWATennis
Welcome Back Party- Thursday, 13 September
Isn’t it great to be back!! We’ve got courts booked for some fun tennis games & socialising, music, food & drinks. Sign up is
online at www.awasingapore.org.
Doubles Matchplay, Evening Play & Clinics are also getting started. Don’t miss out!
Assessments- Remember that to join in all the tennis fun, you’ll need a current assessment with AWA Tennis. Assessments
are not just for new members, if you haven’t been reassessed in a couple of years, it’s a good time to get one! Sign up online.
American Club
Tuesday, 28 August
Tuesday, 11 September
Clinics
Dates September 5, 12, 19, 26 and October 3, 17
Place: Savitar Tennis Centre, Fairmont Hotel- 80 Bras Basah Road
Savitar Tennis Centre is offering 6 weeks Discover Tennis Clinics.
This program is ideal for those new to the game of tennis or still
building confidence and want to learn and reinforce the basic skills.
Emphasis will be on the enjoyment of the game. The clinic is played
Wednesday mornings. Sign up online.
Our Girls Night Out Tennis Freeflow evenings kick
off in October at Savitar Tennis Centre, Fairmont
Hotel rooftop courts. Halloween is coming soon, so
grab your broom and join the fun games & round
robin. Witches Brew and nibbles are provided.
This is a great way to make friends and meet new
players. Sign up online from 1 October.
20 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018Top Tennis Tips
Tennis/Running
Assessments
Some Words of Advice From Coach Azhar Azhar Zainudin
“Please don’t stress about assessments! I’ve been doing this for several
years and it doesn’t take me long to analyse your technical skill and
matchplay ability. I look at variety of strokes and spins with consistency
and depth. The transition from the baseline to moving forwards to the net
is also very important while playing. During doubles play I look at serve,
return of serve, volleys and positioning. Movement on court will be equally
important. I only judge on what I see on the day of assessment. Many ladies
worry that they might be partnered with someone who is a better or lower
level of player than them during assessments. Do not worry! More advanced
players should be able to handle any kind of returns coming to them - who
you are assessed with will NOT reduce your assessment level. You are
assessed purely on YOUR technical skill - not theirs. In the second part of the
assessment I group similar level players together to observe matchplay."
Thanks Coach Azhar! Do take a moment to read the helpful info sheet on
the tennis section of the AWA website that outlines in more detail what is
expected at each level. Coach Azhar receives a short summary of your tennis
experience too. Take the time to warm up on court - it really helps with the
nerves. Above all this is just a guide - you can always get reassessed as you
feel your game improves. Just get yourself on court and have fun!
RUNNING
Monthly Update
Throughout July we met and ran our regular routes, whilst sharing coffee and
conversation after runs. We even managed a toilet stop at ‘Peek-a-Loo’ on Mount
Faber and adopted a dog for our photoshoot at Marina Bay/ Labrador Park.
Whilst many were on their travels in July we enjoyed receiving WhatsApp photos from
personal runs in The States, Europe and Asia.
On the 22nd June 2018 we had our bitter-sweet farewell (never
goodbye) lunch at Bakalaki Greek Taverna in Tiong Bahru with
our glorious, fabulous, amazing, inspiring leader Jeanine.
We all want to thank her for her sheer dedication, positivity and organizational skills.
Don’t panic, we have a new team ‘running’ the group, so welcome Alison (L), Rachel,
Claire and Jo. It’s going to be a tough act to follow but we will do our best.
We look forward to old and new runners joining the group in August/ September. Our first run back will be the 7th August
2018, 8 am at Botanic Gardens meeting at the MRT Gate. We meet at Botanic Gardens every Tuesday and at various locations
on a Thursday.
We are excited to be getting ready for our Bangkok Runcation in November.
If you’re interested in coming for a run please email us at running@awasingapore.org. We look forward to meeting you.
Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG 21GOLF SHOTS
Golf Shots
the awa golfers wish to welcome both - new and returning members
Please join us for a GOLF COFFEE HOUR on September 27 at 10:30 am at the Champions Public Golf Course. Feel free to
bring your clubs if you would like to hit some golf balls afterwards. The 9 hole chair PJ Wagner and the 18 hole chair Hanna
Appelt look forward to welcoming you.
Beginning golfers and ladies with no handicap cards usually start with the 9 hole group, which plays Thursdays on the
Champions Course. Please contact 9holegolf@awasingapore.org
Ladies with handicap cards and those who played golf for a while usually join the 18 hole group, which plays on Wednes-
days at various courses in Singapore and sometimes abroad. If you would like to play 18 holes but don’t have a handicap
yet, please contact the 18 hole chair 18holegolf@awasingapore.org.
In May of this year, the AWA golfers went to Penang/Malaysia for their annual golf adventure abroad. We enjoyed the
challenging golf courses, the pristine Eastern & Oriental Hotel, UNESCO World Heritage sights like the “Blue Mansion”,
magnificent art work displayed throughout Penang, delicious local food and drinks, relaxing massages, but best of all –
WODERFUL FRIENDSHIPS!
22 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018AWA WRITERS’BLOCK
Writers’ Block
Writers' Block is a monthly contribution from our AWA Writers’ Group members.
Hot Commodity
by Stephanie Suga Chen
Upon arrival at our Airbnb unit, the kids started unpacking and squabbling over storage space while I checked out
the kitchen. Opening the cabinets and drawers, I was shocked to find them completely empty.
“This might be problematic,” I said aloud.
I messaged our host, asking if it would be possible to provide some kitchenware. We were staying for a month, I
reminded him, and would need to eat. He replied that he could bring over a pot and a ladle, but that was the best
he could do.
“Can we just go out and buy some plates and bowls?” my son suggested.
“That would be wasteful. We have plenty at home,” my daughter said pointedly.
“We’ll be pioneers!” my husband cut in. “I have some stuff from lunch we can use,” he said, pulling out from his
backpack a handful of napkins and a set of disposable chopsticks.
***
And so it began, our month of zero-waste, not because we were particularly concerned about our carbon footprint,
but because we needed every container, cup, and utensil we could get our hands on. Even plastic wrap and bread bags
were saved and used again.
After a few take-out meals, we amassed a small stock of wares and developed a meal repertoire that was sustain-
able, if not a bit boring. Breakfast was cereal served in yesterday’s rinsed-out coffee cup with a hard-boiled egg served
on a napkin, lunch sandwiches in a take-out box, dinner pasta or rice, dessert fruit eaten whole.
One day I spotted a large plastic tray at the grocery store; four apples had been placed on it and wrapped up in
clear cling wrap. Back home I would have grumbled at the waste, but here I zeroed in on the platter, maniacally ex-
cited about my find. The tray became our largest “plate,” the only one that was big enough to comfortably chop
vegetables on or hold a normal-sized serving of food. It also became the subject of innumerable fights between
the children.
“He got to use it for breakfast AND dinner yesterday,” my daughter protested.
“I NEED it,” my son insisted. “I eat messier than she does.”
One morning, I couldn’t find it. “Has anyone seen the big plate?” I asked, worried that it might have gotten thrown
out accidentally.
“In the fridge,” my husband answered. “I put some leftovers away.”
“Are you crazy?” I exclaimed, retrieving the treasured item. “This plate is a hot commodity; you can’t just use it
haphazardly!”
“Sorry!” he said, taken aback by my forcefulness. “I won’t do it again!”
***
At the end of the month, I stacked up our “plates” and “bowls” and placed them in the trash. Although we had had
a wonderful stay, I couldn’t wait to get home and eat a meal using real cutlery.
It wasn’t long before we started making plans for our next trip. As my husband and I discussed possible destina-
tions, I overheard my daughter say to her brother, “I call dibs on the big plate.”
Stephanie Suga Chen is the author of Travails of a Trailing Spouse, the bestselling novel from Straits Times
Press about expat life in Singapore. A proud Taiwanese-American, Stephanie grew up in Michigan and
moved to Singapore in 2012 with her husband, two children and elderly cocker spaniel.
Connect with her at www.facebook.com/StephanieSugaChen or at www.stephaniechen.org.
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24 WWW.AWASINGAPORE.ORG Bamboo Telegraph September/October 2018AWA Events and Activities
SOCIAL AND SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS Speaker’s lunch – Informative, thought provoking and fascinating
After Ni Hao – Mandarin conversation every Thursday at 10am. speakers each month. Stephanie Bremond and Alex Johnson,
Manju Banka afternihao@awasingapore.org monthlylunch@awasingapore.org
Arts & Culture – Monthly talks and events focusing on Asian arts Trivia Night – Trivia Night is a fun way to make new friends while
and culture. Maria Moran artsandculture@awasingapore.org testing your trivia knowledge! meets monthly on a Monday night.
Karla Popper trivia@awasingapore.org
Bar Nights - Ladies nights, couples nights and opportunities for
you to bring new friends to the AWA each month. Wednesday & Friday Coffees – Orchard Tangs Providore Café,
Venta Norvilas, barnights@awasingapore.org 10.30am till 12.30pm. Open to everyone, no need to register. This is
a great way to get started with AWA!
Beauty & Fashion - From Fashion Talks to Workshops, there’s no Patty Campedelli, coffee@awasingapore.org
age limit to brilliant beauty & unlimited style.
Florence Sorgini, beautyfashion@awasingapore.org Workshops - Expand your mind! Learn something new about
yourself, about Singapore or about the world - the possibilities are
Book Groups – morning, afternoon and evening books groups, held endless. Liz Suomi workshops@awasingapore.org
monthly. Leigh Dobson, bookgroups@awasingapore.org Writers’ Group - Beginner and published writers discuss their
Bunco – Play this simple dice game once a month in the work every other Thursday. Anne Morgan & Elissa Viornery,
afternoon or evening. Liz Suomi, bunco@awasingapore.org writers@awasingapore.org
Cancer Support Group – meets the third week of the month,
focused on mutual support and information sharing. SPORTS
Fiona Henderson, cancersupport@awasingapore.org
Health and Fitness – A variety of health and fitness activities and
Christian Connection - provides information and resources to informative seminars to help everyone stay fit.
help you connect with local Christian community groups. Stacey Raza, fitness@awasingapore.org
Angel Corrigan, christianconnect@awasingapore.org Golf - Play 18-hole group on Wednesday, or 9-hole group on
Couples Bridge – Monthly on a Saturday evening, spouses Thursday. 9-hole: PJ Wagner 9holegolf@awasingapore.org 18-hole:
welcome. Anne & Paul Gelardi, couplesbridge@awasingapore.org Hanna Appelt, 18holegolf@awasingapore.org
Crafters Club - Bring your craft project to work on and share every Tennis - A variety of singles and doubles play including
Thursday. Cyndy O’Connor, crafters@awasingapore.org tournaments, seasonal play, and team tennis for players of all
DINE (DISH IN the Evening) – Monthly dinners at a variety of levels. Robbin Dean, tennischair@awasingapore.org
interesting venues. Spouses welcome but not obligatory! Running - Group runs for all levels on Tuesday and Thursday
Khan Joseph and Brittany Hazelton, dine@awasingapore.org mornings at 8 am at locations around Singapore.
DISH (Diner in Sensory Heaven) – Monthly lunches at a variety of Jeanine Stewart, running@awasingapore.org
interesting venues. Irina Freymond & Alison Coriel, Walking - Walk all over this amazing island, each week, walks from
dish@awasingapore.org 1 to 3 hours. Breana Keen, walking@awasingapore.org
Duplicate Bridge – We play American Standard five-card major
rules every Monday at Bishan CC. You don’t need a partner to join. COMMUNITY SERVICE
Alison Robb, duplicatebridge@awasingapore.org
Community Service - Connecting AWA members to volunteer
Foreign Tours – travel the world and make new friends! Visit opportunities with AWA’s five featured organizations.
exotic locations, experience a variety of cultures, join an adventure Allison Burden, commservice@awasingapore.org
trek, or shop ‘til you drop.
Lorraine Hadley, foreigntours@awasingapore.org Ronald McDonald House Charities
Shifts at both the Ronald McDonald House and Family Room to
International Choir – rehearses every Wednesday and holds support the families of children at Singapore’s National University
performances in Spring and Winter. Michiko Kinoshita, Hospital. Sheila Weidner, rmhc@awasingapore.org
intlchoir@awasingapore.org Humanitarian Organization for Migrant Economies
The Listen Ladies – A compassionate group of Listen Ladies Volunteer to provide education, entertainment or exercise to the
who meet in a confidential and supportive monthly meeting. residents at HOME’s shelter for migrant workers in Singapore.
andreamckenna13@gmail.com Allison Burden, home@awasingapore.org
Local Tours – Professionally guided tours of Singapore, multiple Mount Elizabeth Visitation
times each month. Donate magazines and/or visit with hospitalized expat patients
Lorraine Graybill, localtours@awasingapore.org to keep them company during their time in Singapore’s at Mt.
Mahjong - International style in a low-stress, FUN and learner-friendly Elizabeth Hospital. Rekha Kumar, mounte@awasingapore.org
atmosphere on Mondays at Boomarang Robertson Quay. kidsREAD
Siew-Wei Ngiam, mahjong@awasingapore.org Help local children develop a love of reading with kidsREAD
Meet & Greet Events – ad-hoc coffees at interesting venues, with our (supported by the National Library) especially at risk primary & pre-
membership team on hand to answer your AWA questions. school students.
Mel Rice, membership@awasingapore.org Machelle Robbins, kidsread@awasingapore.org
Motivational Book Group – Meets every 2 weeks on Tuesdays, to Food From The Heart
discuss a section of a personal development book chosen by the group. Help pack and/or distribute food bags to families in Singapore who
Lindley Craig, motivation@awasingapore.org cannot afford to feed themselves.
Janet Stride, ffth@awasingapore.org
Movie Lunch – Monthly lunch followed by a movie in the Orchard
Road area. Anne Perng, movielunch@awasingapore.org People’s Association (A Singapore Government Body)
Connecting AWA members to government volunteer opportunities,
Photography – outings on the 10th of the month, with critique including working with the elderly and children, or the Chingay parade.
sessions every other month. Maureen Mai & Alison Stanton, Kerry Driver, outreach@awasingapore.org
photography@awasingapore.org
Scrapbooking – meets on the first and third Thursdays of the For more information, visit our website: www.awasingapore.org
month to get all your priceless photos organized!
Susan Studebaker-Rutledge, scrapbooking@awasingapore.orgYou can also read
