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Lighting the Sky
On 3 July, the AAS (American Association of Singapore) lit up the sky with its annual US Independence Day


On 3 July, the AAS (American Association of Singapore) lit up the sky with its annual US Independence Day celebration in Sembawang. Despite the rainy weather, over 5,000 people attended for a day of food, games, live music, and of course, fireworks.



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Art from the Heart
Odyssey Preschool raised much-needed funds for Make-A-Wish


The Colours of Odyssey art exhibition is well under way, and has already raised over $4,000 for it’s chosen charity, Make-A-Wish Foundation Singapore. Over 300 young preschoolers, aged two to six years old, contributed creative masterpieces now purchased by admiring parents or friends.

So far, over 110 guests have attended the open exhibit at the Fourth Avenue and Wilkinson school locations. The last stop on the three-week art tour will be at the Alexander Road school from 10 to 13 July.

Don’t miss your chance to help a great cause, and see some tiny Monets in the making.

Colours of Odyssey Exhibition
10 to 13 July, 10am to 4pm
Odyssey Global Preschool, 110 Alexandra Road
www.theodyssey.sg


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Riding High
The National Disability League joined with RDA for a day of champions


On 26 June, riders, families and supporters descended onto the RDA arena to take part in the 5th National Disability League (NDL) Equestrian section hosted by Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA Singapore). Each year, the NDL and the Singapore Disability Sports Council organise competitive sporting events around the country in various disciplines.

15 young riders competed in eight dressage tests and one drill ride to music, with medals awarded by the RDA Honorary Treasurer, Paul Murphy, and Head Instructor, Rosemary Ratcliffe.
For more information on the National Disability League, click here.

www.rdasingapore.org

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TRAVEL

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Destination: India
From rupees to Rajasthan, we’ve got India covered
Learning to Relax in Redang
White-sand beaches and turquoise waters off Malaysia’s east coast; there’s something for every kind of traveller.

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HOUSE & GARDEN

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Back to Stay
Another successful boomerang to Singapore
Breezin’ Through
Keeping it cool inside your home
Home Away from Home
From Los Angeles to Sentosa: DOUGLAS TRUEBLOOD shares what he loves about his Singapore home.

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WINE & DINE

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Feeding an Army
Considering the obsession with food in this city...
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The Main Event
The early bird catches the worm with this dinner...
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Eating In
What does a celebrity chef cook at home? Find...
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Chilling with Wine
A few refrigerator basics to keep your collection...
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Lawry’s Lunches
American restaurant Lawry’s has a new quick and...
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BODY & MIND

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The Laws of Extraction
Good skin doesn’t come without a bit of pain – but it’s well worth it
Beauty Buys
If you only get one beauty item this month, make it one of these

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ARTS & LEISURE

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A French Affair
Celebrity chef Laura Calder shows the non-snooty side of French cooking
Singapore theatre company Wild Rice
Ten years of plays and productions here in Singapore
Utopia's Aboriginal Art
A showcase of artworks by renowned and emerging artists from the central desert region of Utopia, Australia.

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30 July 2010
Concert: The Young Person’s Guide

BBC New Generation artist, violinist Jennifer Pike (20), makes her Singapore debut.

BBC New Generation artist, violinist Jennifer Pike (20), makes her Singapore debut.
Esplanade Concert Hall. www.sistic.com.sg

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31 July 2010
Bledisloe Cup

Three matches of rugby between down-under archrivals

6pm, Saturday 31 July
The Bledisloe Cup (Australia vs New Zealand)
Opening game of the famous rugby union series between trans-Tasman rivals, the Wallabies and the All Blacks, featuring "JEDI" of the Alternative Rugby Commentary (ARC: see www.arcrugby.co.nz), and special guest Stuart Dickinson, the famous IRB referee, in the Aussie corner. Doors open at 5pm, pre-match banter 5.30pm.

8pm, Saturday 31 July
Gordon Southern with his 2010 Edinburgh Festival Preview Show, plus Michael Fabbri and compere Rob Collins.
 
* For tickets for rugby and comedy on 31 July,
   call Kerry on +65 9839 2642. Lots of bookings already, so hurry - first
   come, first served! Pricing is $40 in advance / $50 on the door.
   For the ARC rugby, it includes a bucket of beer or bottle of wine
   (so, it's free, really!) and a sausage sizzle!

* JustLogOff comedy tickets:
   On sale through www.sistic.com.sg
   Hotline +65 6348 5555
   Corporate and Group Bookings +65 9839 2642
   Table reservations available; full details at www.justlogoff.com  

* Venue: The Pavilion @ Far East Square
 
* Food & Beverages:
   Full service by the Bull & Bear Pub. Grub by BERGS Gourmet Burgers.
   Drink deals available all night. After-party at the Bull & Bear.

* VIP -  We have a VIP balcony available for bookings for 50-100 people. Inquiries: call +65 9839 2642

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31 July 2010
Sundown Festival 2010

Enjoy music acts from Korea and Japan, Asian fashion, drumming groups and more.

Enjoy music acts from Korea and Japan, Asian fashion, drumming groups and more.
Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa. www.sistic.com.sg

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1 August 2010
Exhibition: Singapore 1960
(1-22 Aug 2010)

Step back in time with the news and culture of Singapore 50 years ago.

Step back in time with the news and culture of Singapore 50 years ago. 
Free admission. National Museum of Singapore.

Exhibition: Singapore 1960
01-22 August 2010
National Museum Singapore
www.nationalmuseum.sg

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1 August 2010
Exhibition: Unsung Heroes
(1-31 Aug 2010)

ReDot Fine Art Gallery celebrates Aboriginal art in honour of NAIDOC Week 2010.

ReDot Fine Art Gallery celebrates Aboriginal art in honour of NAIDOC Week 2010.

Exhibition: Unsung Heroes
01-31 August 2010
www.australia.org.sg

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1 August 2010
Exhibition: Surviving the Streets
(1-22 Aug 2010)

130 images and objects relating to peddlers and artisans of early-to-mid-20th-century- Singapore.

130 images and objects relating to peddlers and artisans of early-to-mid-20th-century- Singapore. National Museum Singapore.

Exhibition: Surviving the Streets
01-22 August 2010
National Museum Singapore
www.nationalmuseum.sg

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1 August 2010
Kite Festival Singapore
(1 August – 12 September)

The island-wide road show Surf the Wind tours seven malls with hundreds...

The island-wide road show Surf the Wind tours seven malls with hundreds of kites from around the world, flying demonstrations, kite-making stations and more; produced by The Drachen Foundation, US.

Kite Festival Singapore
1 August – 12 September 2010
www.act3international.com.sg

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