http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/ en-us Copyright 2004-2012 Refresh Web Development LLC http://www.HeliosCalendar.com http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=rss Upcoming Event Information From The What's Happening SG http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=54672 A new interactive new exhibition that accentuates the processes known as The Scientific Method. Gain an understanding of the “scientific enterprise”, requirements of scientific work and scientific thinking. Tinkle at the hands-on stations and learn how great scientists think, how scientific discoveries are made and experience the scientific process yourself just as if you were a scientist! Date: Now – Apr 2016 Venue: Hall A, Science Centre Singapore Time: 10am – 6pm Price: Science Centre admission rates apply URL: www.science.edu.sg http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=54672 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60564 Venue: Promenades, Levels 7 & 8, National Library Building Street names not only help us navigate our way through Singapore, they also yield interesting information about our country’s history, geography, politics, heritage and culture. Much of Singapore’s history is hidden behind the names of places and streets that we see every day. Embark on a journey with us, as we unfold the fascinating insights into the history of Singapore through the naming of streets over the years. http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60564 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60942 Opening night with the Artist - Wed 1st February, 7 - 9pm 'A new plan for the city has been drawn up, in black and white. The civil servant leaves his office at the end of the day and locks up. Left alone, his symbols had other ideas.' (Jason Wee) Jason Wee's first solo exhibition in almost three years - Master Plan - is a powerful culmination of the artist's most recent academia at the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University, US. Wee's studies in architecture have evoked personal consideration of scale within a city's 'master plan', which in turn has led the artist to conceive the exhibition's installation, an abstract model of a city but one with a menacing and slightly melancholic blueprint. The grey geometric shapes Wee employs for the high-density buildings will be familiar to viewers of the School show at Singapore Art Museum at 8Q (2008) and the commanding grey palette is one that has followed the artist, not only in his physical workspace, but deliberately through his own series of artworks. The installation includes over 250 individual elements including three digital prints. http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60942 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=61017 One Year in Timor, a photography exhibition by Alvan Yap and sponsored by the Singapore International Foundation (SIF) is a showcase of the beauty of Timor Leste and provides a glimpse of the people and their lives. The exhibition is back by popular demand and will feature an additional five never-before-seen photos. Alvan Yap, an avid photographer, volunteered with the SIF in Timor Leste from 2010-2011 as a teacher at the Agape School for the Deaf. http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=61017 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=56396 Come on down with friends and family to the Observatory for a night of stargazing! Come discover the planets that cross our sky and spot the many stars and other heavenly bodies in our universe! When: Fridays (weather permitting) Venue: The Observatory, Omni-Theatre building Time: 7.50pm - 10pm Price: Free URL: www.science.edu.sg http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=56396 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=59814 The ReDot Fine Art Gallery is excited to hold its annual Stock Room Show as we close out the year and bring a little from each of our art centre relationships, be it a small gem from the desert or a majestic masterpiece from one of our Top End centres. We’ve spent some time rummaging around in our vast storeroom just for you to help make buying that something special at Christmas that little bit easier! With so many exciting pieces to choose from, it wasn’t easy to narrow the selection down, but we are very confident that we’ve chosen the best of our best to bring you for our Christmas Stock room show commencing on the 7th of December and other pearls for our welcome to 2012 Stockroom show which opens on the 4th of January. It is a great way to find a unique and striking gift for that special someone during the festive season, or even a little something for you as a treat for what has been a difficult and long year! The vibrant colours and stunning palettes that make up our stock room shows will be the perfect way to kick off the holiday season and then blow away the post festive period cobwebs. Stop by Wednesday December 14th from 12:30 onwards for a bit of holiday cheer on our opening day and also share a glass of mulled wine and some seasonal treats. If it’s not a painting you are after but you still can’t think of what to get that special someone for the holidays how about coming to our first ever Christmas Bazaar too! For those tired of the same old mass produced products ReDot Fine Art Gallery will celebrate the festive season by inviting a selected group of vendors to bring their exclusive products to our inaugural Christmas Bazaar. These vendors include, Fair and Square with Recycled Glass products from rural Indonesia, Thai Spa products and Christmas Decoration handcrafted in Northern Thailand hill tribe communities; FIREHORSE, a contemporary jewellery collection gathered from around the world; Patch Magic showcasing fashion wear made from retro Japanese kimonos, obis, and wedding gowns; Source 53 representing international artists and designers from Africa, Latin American and Asia; Talking Textiles aiming to invoke conversations through the stylised designs of everyday objects; and Vivien Pei bringing a selection of Christmas Treats that will sure bring smiles to everyone’s faces – young or old! We hope to make this an annual event and a relaxing, exquisite shopping experience for all. Kids are welcome too; we will have a small painting section to entertain them and keep them busy as you browse the array of products on offer and delicious sugar treats to tempt them into good behaviour. The Bazaar dates are Friday 2nd and 9th December 2011 from 12pm to 7pm. http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=59814 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=52468  Singapore hosts its first Ultimate Ramen Champion Competition 6 of the best Ramen restaurants from Japan compete for ULTIMATE RAMEN CHAMPION 2011 SINGAPORE  [Singapore, 7th July 2011] Six of the best Ramen restaurants from four major cities in Japan will be here to compete for the title of ULTIMATE RAMEN CHAMPION 2011 SINGAPORE.    Restaurant NameFromBrief InfoIROHAToyamaChampion Ramen chain in ToyamaBARIOTokyoListed 50 best things to eat in the world by The Guardian UKGANTETSUSapporoA strong contender hailing from Japan’s city of RamenTETSUTokyoListed as best Tsukeman Ramen by Tokyo TimesIKKOSHAHakataOne of the most celebrated Ramen restaurants of FukuokaTAI SHO KENTokyoOne of the most famous Ramen shops in the world Restaurants will each have a stall in ILUMA where they will exhibit and sell their signature Ramen among other Japanese specialties for one year at the ULTIMATE RAMEN CHAMPION 2011 SINGAPORE.  Date:                1st July 2011 to 30th June 2012Time:               Daily - 11.30am to 10.30pmAddress:          201 Victoria Street, ILUMA @ Bugis                        #04 – 08/09/10                        Singapore 188607Contact no.:     6238 1011 Judging criteria:           Based on sales takings, vote counts via SMS, Facebook and onsite voting Other attractions:         Fashioned like a Ramen Museum with exhibits on the history and traditions of the various types of Ramen and broth from the different regions of Japan.  For more information, visit the UTIMATE RAMEN CHAMPION 2011 SINGAPOREFacebook page: http://www.facebook.com/ultimateramenchampion2011   Media Alert issued on behalf of Komars Group by Florence, PR Assistant, Brand Incorporated Pte Ltd. For more information, email her at prasst@brand-incorporated.com  or call her at +65 6223 1866. http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=52468 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60975 The Asian Youth Orchestra (AYO), founded in 1989 by Sir Yehudi Menuhin and Richard Pontzious, is made up of 100 talented musicians chosen by audition from among the best music students in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. They are together for six weeks each summer, initially for a three-week Summer Festival (Rehearsal Camp), and then to perform on tour for three weeks as young professionals with major international solo artists and conductors. Live auditions will be held in Singapore on Sun, 19 Feb 2012. For more information, please visit http://www.asianyouthorchestra.com/audit-ann.html http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60975 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=59549 ABA Productions’ action-packed and whimsical KidsFest will debut in Hong Kong and Singapore come January 2012. The inaugural children’s festival will feature live theatre adaptations of best-selling children’s picture books, The Tiger Who Came To Tea, Stick Man and We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. “We are thrilled and excited to be able to bring the three productions to these two countries. It is amazing to see the children’s eyes light up when their favourite characters come to life on stage. It’s a magical moment!” says Matthew Gregory, executive producer of ABA Productions. With rave reviews by both families and critics, audience can expect nothing less than a fun-filled show with catchy sing-a-long songs and interactive segments from ABA Productions, the same people who brought us the hit musical Peter Pan, and West End and Broadway family classic The Gruffalo. From a tea-guzzling tiger to an adventure seeking stick man to a family embarking on a bear hunt, the festival has everything for everybody! http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=59549 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=61003 The season for love is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate it than to share you love story. Share with us how you have gone the extra mile to celebrate Valentine’s Day or propose to your sweetheart. Or tell us how you have spent memorable moments together at any of our SAFRA clubs or events. Your love story should be in less than 500 words, and do remember to include a picture in your email! Stand a chance to win prizes worth up to $100. Submissions close on 12 February and winners will be notified by email/phone. Price: Free (Member); $5.35 (Guest) http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=61003 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=57308 Using a variety of props and musical instruments this show explores the basic nature of sound with lively demonstrations about how different sounds are created and how sound energy can be transmitted through different materials, including fire. When: Tuesdays to Sundays Venue: Sound Box, Hall C, Science Centre Singapore Time: 11am and 4pm (Weekdays) 11am (Weekends, school and public holidays) Duration: Price: 20 mins Science Centre admission rates apply URL: www.science.edu.sg http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=57308 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60983 AMADEUS and TANGLEWOOD presents 
Russian Violinist: YURY REVICH Congratulations to YURY REVICH being AMADEUS’s new Junior Violin Ambassador and awarded THE GOH FAMILY – AMADEUS instrument sponsorship!

 Date: 07 Feb 2012, Tuesday | Time: 7:00pm
 Venue: Auditorium, Tanglewood Music School
 Address: 01 Fusionopolis Way #02-24, Connexis Singapore 138632 RSVP: +65 6562 8198 | grace.lim@them.es
 www.amadeus-vienna.com| www.facebook.com/AMADEUS.VIENNA| www.tanglewood-music.com BIOGRAPHY The 20-year-old Yury Revich is one of the most expressive Russian violinist in his generation, who notwithstanding his young age, can already retrospect an international career and auspicious collaborations with well-known artists of the branche. With his debuts in Carnegie Hall and Musikverein Wien Yury Revich internationally provoked furore – now we’re curiously awaiting the concerts to follow in Amsterdam, Gstaad, Montpellier, London and Verbier. Yury performed around the world, in USA, Middle East, Europe, North America, North Africa, and is looking forward for South Africa tour n 2012. He has also performed in many international Festivals, such as Verbier Festival and Academy, Vladimir Spivakov's Festival in Colmar (France), Rostropovich Festival in Baku (Azerbaijan), Rome Chamber Music Festival, Liana Isakadze's Festival in Batumy (Georgia),the Festival of music in Kaunas, Eilat Festival in Israel and many others. Yury has also performed with the Russian National Orchestra: - conducted by M. Pletnev,with Moscow Philarmonic Orchestra - conducted by Yuri Simonov, with 'Moscow Soloists' - conducted by Yu. Bashmet, with Svetlanov State Symphony Orchestra - conducted by A.Slutcky, with Georgian-German Chamber Orchestra - conducted by L. Isakadze,Morocco Royal Symphony Orchestra conducted by Reshetkin, - with the Chamber Orchestra 'The Kremlin' conducted by Rachlevski, - with Azerbaijan State Chamber Orchestra - with the Finnish Symphony student Orchestra 'Ristavesi' conducted by T. Pogani, with which he performed Paganiny's Concerto Nr. 2 at the age of 11 and many others. Yury is the prize winner of the International Competition 'Virtuoses of the XXI Century' in Moscow, David Oistrach International violin competition in Moscow and others. He is also laureate of Chamber Music competitions-'Beethoven`s days in Moscow' and 'New Names' competition. He has won the prize from Chamber Music Festival 'Homecoming' He appears in the ensemble with Liana Isakadze, Daniil Trifonov, Lily Maisky, Boris Brovtsyn, Denis Kozhuckhin, Evgeny Tonkha, Nina Kogan, Richard Dubugnon, Alissa Margulis, Eniko Magyar, Jakob Koranyi etc. In 2005 and 2010 he won M. Rostropovitch's grant. And recently is scholarship holder of Rostropovich Foundation. He has also won the National Prize 'Christmas Star'. In 2008 the French master Alan Karbonar has made a violin specially for Yury and has presented it to him. Yury also under the invitation of the Stradivari Society has performed on violins by Guarneri del Gesu 'Ex-Max Rostal' and Stradivari 'Duke Alba'. In 2010 debuted as a violist in Theatre Bouffes du Nord in Paris. He is participant of ORF Radio Austria program for musicians. When he was 7 years old he entered the Central Music School supervised by Moscow State Conservatoire, the class of the Honored Member of Arts of Russian Federation G.S. Turchaninova. Since 2005 till 2009 Yury had been a pupil of the People's Artist of Russia, professor V.A. Pickaizen. In 2009 he entered in Konservatorium Wien in class of Prof.Pavel Vernikov. Yury also took part in master-classes of M. Rostropovitch, M. Vengerov, L.Isakadze, J. Rachlin, Dm. Sitkovetsky, P.Vernikov, Z.Bron, P.Frank, H.Schunk, R.Nodel, M.Gaisler. Debuts for next season include Recitals at Radio France Montpellier Festival, Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad Festival, Gstaad, performances with Svetlanov State Symphony in Moscow, Excelentia Orchestra at Auditorium Nacional in Madrid, Amadeus Chamber Orchestra in Poznan, I Pomeriggi Musicale Orchestra in Milano, Nord-West Deutsche Filarmonie, Novosibirsk Philarmony, Bucharest Philarmony etc, Germany Tour, recitals in Europe, USA, Asia, South Africa tour. AMADEUS's new junior Violin Ambassador - YURY REVICH will be performing solo and duet recitals at the event. Head down to our event for an eye-opening preview of his performances! Admission is free. Please RSVP: +65 6562 8198 | grace.lim@them.es http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60983 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60951 Parenting with Confidence is a positive, practical and fun parenting workshop that provides tools and timeless principles for raising children to become independent and responsible adults. It will inspire parents to see the possibilities and understand the unique opportunities in their children in each unique age group. The workshop is conducted over six 2-hour sessions by a pair of trained facilitators. A brief outline of this workshop is below: • Session One: Setting the Scene • Session Two: Building Your Child's Self Esteem • Session Three: EQ - Emotional Intelligence • Session Four: Organizing Chaos • Session Five: Unique Families – Creating Memories • Session Six: Moving Forward Speaker: James and Ai Ling Lo are passionate in helping families thrive with marriage and parenting issues. As accredited facilitators with Focus on the Family Singapore, in the Parenting with Confidence, and No Apologies programs, they are keen to inculcate values of love, faith and self-respect in parents and young people alike. http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60951 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=61035 Afternoon viewing with the Artist - 12th February, 3 to 4pm The ExtraOrdinary is a series of paintings of everyday objects which the artist encounters in his daily life. 'Our life is a series of assumptions and beliefs about what we see, who we are, and how we should go on living. We take certain things for granted simply because we don’t question them. Sometimes we take the wrong things for granted and we will never know if the life we lived is real or just an illusion.' (Boo Sze Yang) Boo graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), Singapore in 1991; completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Art at the University of Reading, UK in 1995; and received his Master in Arts Degree from Chelsea College of Art & Design, the University of the Arts London, UK in 2005. He was a full-time lecturer at NAFA in the Department of Fine Art for 8 years and later Head of Department before he left to practice art full time in 2009.
 Boo has held ten solo exhibitions and represented Singapore in numerous group exhibitions in Japan, China, Korea, Philippines, Malaysia and UK. He was recipient of the Asian Artist Fellowship Award 2010/2011 sponsored by the Freeman Foundation for a residency at the Vermont Studio Center, USA. In 2003 he was awarded Juror’s Choice for the Philip Morris Singapore-ASEAN Art Award and the Platinum Award in the UOB Painting of the Year competition in 2009. His works are in the collections of the Singapore Art Museum, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Singapore), United Overseas Bank (Singapore), Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Singapore), and Yingu Art Mansion (Beijing). http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=61035 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60986 Parenting with Confidence is a positive, practical and fun parenting workshop that provides tools and timeless principles for raising children to become independent and responsible adults. It will inspire parents to see the possibilities and understand the unique opportunities in their children in each unique age group. The workshop is conducted over six 2-hour sessions by a pair of trained facilitators. A brief outline of this workshop is below: • Session One: Atmosphere • Session Two: Boundaries • Session Three: Communication • Session Four: Discipline • Session Five: Self-Esteem • Session Six: Future Focus http://www.whatshappening.sg/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=60986 Wed, 08 Feb 2012