Families For Life | My Family Weekend 2017

My Family Weekend is packed full of activities happening all around Singapore. From exploratory nature and heritage trails for adventurous families to interactive storytelling sessions, there’s something for all members of your immediate and extended family!

Check out the calendar of events for exciting ideas on how to spend quality time with your immediate and extended family at My Family Weekend.

• Family Events on Thu, 31 Aug 2017

   

  Partners Events and Activities

  Gallery Children’s Biennale: Dreams and Stories

  Partner	National Gallery Singapore
  Time	Sun - Thu & Public Holidays: 10am - 7pm Fri - Sat & Eve of Public Holidays: 10am - 10pm
  Venue	National Gallery Singapore 1 St Andrews Road Singapore 178957
  Event Description	Calling the young and young at heart! The inaugural Gallery Children’s Biennale invites you to discover art in a whole new way. Explore dreams and stories through ten interactive art showcases as well as a suite of programmes and activities specially curated for young visitors and parents to embark on a creative journey of discovery together. The artworks are located at various public spaces within the Gallery across both the City Hall and Former Supreme Court buildings. Gallery Children’s Biennale takes place from now till 8 Oct 2017. For more details, visit www.childrensbiennale.com .

  Establishing a Happy & Healthy Family Workshop

  Partner	Fei Yue Community Services
  Time	10am – 12pm
  Venue	491B River Valley Road Valley Point Shopping Centre #04-04A Singapore 248373
  Event Description	It has grown increasingly challenging to build strong and healthy families in this fast-paced society full of the demands in work and life. How can we bond with our family and ensure our children are growing and learning despite these challenges? Delivered in Mandarin, this workshop will explore the road map and practical tips for establishing healthy family bonds. Parents, children and extended families are all welcomed! 建立健康的家庭 教养孩子是一件不容易的事，极需要家人的耐心与专注。在生活步伐快速又忙碌的日子里，家人要兼顾家庭与孩子的确倍感压力。由于孩子在家庭中成长，‘家’是孩子重要的学习环境，因此，家人是教导重要价值观的最佳人选。同时，营造一个美好的家庭环境以及建立良好的亲子关系就显得格外重要了。家人需要学习一些实用技巧来帮助自己更好的引导孩子及建立健康的家庭。通过工作坊的学习，家人可以学习建立良好的亲子关系。 让我们在为孩子加油的同时，家人更重要的是建立一个温馨和谐的家庭！ A registration fee of $15 per family applies. Registration closes on Mon, 21 Aug 2017. Kindly contact Boon Leong or Dorcas at 6734 1401, teoboonleong@fycs.org or dorcasho@fycs.org to register.

  PIP’s PLAYbox [Free Admission]

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	11am – 6pm Closed for cleaning: 2pm – 3pm
  Venue	Esplanade Mall, Level 4
  Event Description	PIP’s PLAYbox is a dedicated arts space that includes a cosy loft, a roomy arts and craft area, a reading corner filled with books by Singapore writers and illustrators, as well as an outdoor play area. In conjunction with Esplanade’s festivals and series, PIP’s PLAYbox will be hosting a range of activities from storytelling sessions to self-guided craft activities this My Family Weekend. Don’t forget to keep a lookout for the wall mural created by artist and author Lee Kow Fong too! Find out more at www.esplanade.com/pips-club/pips-playbox.

  English Storytelling

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	Various Timings
  Venue	Various libraries across Singapore
  Event Description	Join our storytellers as they bring you into a world of fascinating stories, songs and rhymes. A journey full of fun and excitement await you and your family! Check out the schedules of the storytelling sessions here. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  陪你看报纸 [Free Admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	3pm – 4pm
  Venue	Toa Payoh Public Library
  Event Description	由《联合早报》和《联合晚报》组成的义工团队将为您讲解过去一周的社会焦点、 时事动态、娱乐与生活情报等各项新闻, 让您轻松了解天下事！ 入场免费，欢迎大家踊跃出席。适合50岁及以上人士参与。

  Jiggle, Read and Rhyme [Free Admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	7.30pm – 8pm
  Venue	Queenstown Public Library
  Event Description	Give your child’s early development a boost on My Family Weekend with Jiggle, Read and Rhyme! Indulge your child’s senses with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive in this enjoyable session specially catered to toddlers aged 1-3. Register now for an enriching time with your child and other parents via www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.

   

  Other Activities and Events

  Peace of Piece World Tour Singapore 2017

  Date/Time	Thu, 27 Jul - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 Mon - Thu: 10am - 9pm Fri - Sun and Public Holidays: 10am - 12am
  Venue	Fort Canning Arts Centre
  Event Description	To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN, featuring World Heritage Sites built by globally loved LEGO® Bricks. Originating from Japan, PIECE OF PEACE hopes to raise awareness to UNESCO Heritage activities in promotion of peace. Singapore will be the first ASEAN country to host this world tour. Get your tickets at http://www.apactix.com/events/detail/piece-of-peace-world-tour-singapore-2017.

  Red Riding Hood 小红帽 (Mandarin Performance)

  Date/Time	Thu, 20 Jul - Fri, 1 Sep 2017 Weekdays: 10am Weekend & Public Holiday: 11am & 2pm
  Venue	KC Arts Centre - Home of SRT
  Event Description	After its successful staging in English, Singapore Repertory Theatre’s The Little Company now proudly presents Red Riding Hood in Mandarin! Red Riding Hood is an uplifting story about a brave girl, named Red, who must journey through the woods to reunite her family. Will she reach Grandma's house in time? Or will the charming Big Bad Wolf distract her from her quest? Join Red on her adventure through the woods, where things are not what they seem. Filled with humour and packed with original music, this is a fantastic show for children and adults of all ages. Get your tickets now at http://www.sistic.com.sg/events/cred0917.

  DRUM TAO 2017 'BUKYO'

  Date/Time	Thu, 31 Aug - Sat, 2 Sep 2017 Thu and Fri: 7.30pm Sat: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
  Venue	MES Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue
  Event Description	Seen by more than 7 million spectators worldwide, Drum Tao has wowed audiences with their exhilarating Taiko drumming performances since its debut in 2004 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. On My Family Weekend, Tao is bringing their new show “BUKYO - Japanese Dancing Drums” to Singapore. The theme of this year’s show, “Tons of Fun with Taiko”, will show off the spirit of Taiko drumming while showcasing the fun of this traditional art form. Enjoy spectacular and heart-pulsing drumming, innovative choreography, captivating staging and futuristic costumes designed by Junko Koshino. Let’s have tons of fun with Taiko! Get tickets for the entire family at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cdrum0817.

   

   

• Family Events on Fri, 1 Sep 2017

   

  Partners Events and Activities

  Gallery Children’s Biennale: Dreams and Stories

  Partner	National Gallery Singapore
  Time	Sun - Thu & Public Holidays: 10am - 7pm Fri - Sat & Eve of Public Holidays: 10am - 10pm
  Venue	National Gallery Singapore 1 St Andrews Road Singapore 178957
  Event Description	Calling the young and young at heart! The inaugural Gallery Children’s Biennale invites you to discover art in a whole new way. Explore dreams and stories through ten interactive art showcases as well as a suite of programmes and activities specially curated for young visitors and parents to embark on a creative journey of discovery together. The artworks are located at various public spaces within the Gallery across both the City Hall and Former Supreme Court buildings. Gallery Children’s Biennale takes place from now till 8 Oct 2017. For more details, visit www.childrensbiennale.com .

  Open House at Teck Seng’s Place [Free Admission]

  Partner	NParks
  Time	10am – 2pm
  Venue	Pulau Ubin, Jalan Ubin, Teck Seng’s Place
  Event Description	NParks warmly invites you to Open House at Teck Seng’s Place on My Family Weekend! Take your family on a trip back to Pulau Ubin in the 1970s with a self guided tour around Teck Seng's Place. Built in the 1970s and recently refurbished and conserved as a model of a Chinese kampung house, Teck Seng’s Place features interpretive signs and specially-curated memorabilia to give visitors a glimpse into earlier life on the island. It’s the perfect way for all family members, young or old, to reminisce and explore at the same time! Learn more about this and many other tours at www.nparks.gov.sg/events.

  Story Carnival @ Enabling Village [Free Admission]

  Partner	Enabling Viillage
  Time	10.30am – 5pm
  Venue	Enabling Village 20 Lengkok Bahru Singapore 159053
  Event Description	A joyful celebration of storytelling built around the theme of Inclusion. For 2 days, on 1 and 2 Sep, enjoy more than a dozen of Singapore's finest tellers, two concerts, 5 craft-and-story workshops, and plenty of free attractions. Bring the whole family for an entertaining - and inspirational - family day out at the Enabling Village. There's free popcorn and curry puffs (for the first 400 who register.) Enjoy the tranquil grounds of the Village, and romp in the bouncy castle or get your face-painted (free) too! Find out more at www.facebook.com/398.2StorytellingFestival.

  PIP’s PLAYbox [Free Admission]

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	11am – 6pm Closed for cleaning: 2pm – 3pm
  Venue	Esplanade Mall, Level 4
  Event Description	PIP’s PLAYbox is a dedicated arts space that includes a cosy loft, a roomy arts and craft area, a reading corner filled with books by Singapore writers and illustrators, as well as an outdoor play area. In conjunction with Esplanade’s festivals and series, PIP’s PLAYbox will be hosting a range of activities from storytelling sessions to self-guided craft activities this My Family Weekend. Don’t forget to keep a lookout for the wall mural created by artist and author Lee Kow Fong too! Find out more at www.esplanade.com/pips-club/pips-playbox.

  Other Activities and Events

  Autumn Harvest at Gardens by the Bay 丰收之秋

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 29 Oct 2017 9am - 9pm daily
  Venue	Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome
  Event Description	A lavish flower field saturated in rich hues of orange, red, gold and green welcomes visitors this September, as autumn comes to Flower Dome in the “Autumn Harvest” floral display. Savour how the traditional season of crop gathering is interpreted in creative ways – a bounteous land is inhabited by a fruit and vegetable giant; a lush farm plot overflows with abundant produce and blooms like anemones, gaillardias, phloxes and chrysanthemums; and Cinderella’s pumpkin carriage sits pretty amidst pumpkin trees. Pumpkins take on yet another twist in the mini Halloween exhibit, where myriad carved and decorated versions celebrate the most anticipated festival of fall. There are more than 10 varieties of special pumpkins to see, such as the pristine white “Polar Bear”, the pretty striped “Pump-Ke-Mon” and the bizarre-looking “Red Warty Thing”. This year, the lanterns dotting the outdoor gardens as part of the annual Mid-Autumn Festival continue inside Flower Dome. Look out for a plethora of fruit and vegetable-shaped lanterns, and drop by the Mediterranean Garden for a photo opportunity with a giant pumpkin lantern. Get your tickets at http://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/whats-on/calendar-of-events/2017-autumn-harvest-floral-display.html.

  Peace of Piece World Tour Singapore 2017

  Date/Time	Thu, 27 Jul - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 (Mon - Thu: 10am - 9pm Fri - Sun and Public Holidays: 10am - 12am
  Venue	Fort Canning Arts Centre
  Event Description	To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN, featuring World Heritage Sites built by globally loved LEGO® Bricks. Originating from Japan, PIECE OF PEACE hopes to raise awareness to UNESCO Heritage activities in promotion of peace. Singapore will be the first ASEAN country to host this world tour. Get your tickets at http://www.apactix.com/events/detail/piece-of-peace-world-tour-singapore-2017.

  Red Riding Hood 小红帽 (Mandarin Performance)

  Date/Time	Thu, 20 Jul - Fri, 1 Sep 2017 Weekdays: 10am Weekend & Public Holiday: 11am & 2pm
  Venue	KC Arts Centre - Home of SRT
  Event Description	After its successful staging in English, Singapore Repertory Theatre’s The Little Company now proudly presents Red Riding Hood in Mandarin! Red Riding Hood is an uplifting story about a brave girl, named Red, who must journey through the woods to reunite her family. Will she reach Grandma's house in time? Or will the charming Big Bad Wolf distract her from her quest? Join Red on her adventure through the woods, where things are not what they seem. Filled with humour and packed with original music, this is a fantastic show for children and adults of all ages. Get your tickets now at http://www.sistic.com.sg/events/cred0917.

  DRUM TAO 2017 'BUKYO'

  Date/Time	Thu, 31 Aug - Sat, 2 Sep 2017 Thu and Fri: 7.30pm Sat: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
  Venue	MES Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue
  Event Description	Seen by more than 7 million spectators worldwide, Drum Tao has wowed audiences with their exhilarating Taiko drumming performances since its debut in 2004 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. On My Family Weekend, Tao is bringing their new show “BUKYO - Japanese Dancing Drums” to Singapore. The theme of this year’s show, “Tons of Fun with Taiko”, will show off the spirit of Taiko drumming while showcasing the fun of this traditional art form. Enjoy spectacular and heart-pulsing drumming, innovative choreography, captivating staging and futuristic costumes designed by Junko Koshino. Let’s have tons of fun with Taiko! Get tickets for the entire family at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cdrum0817.

  PAW Patrol Live! ''Race to the Rescue''

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 10.30am, 2pm, 5.30pm
  Venue	Resorts World™ Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa
  Event Description	Based on the hit animated TV series on Nickelodeon produced by Spin Master, PAW Patrol Live! "Race to the Rescue" is coming to Singapore for the first time with its brand new tour. When Mayor Goodway goes missing during the day of the Great Adventure Bay Race, the PAW Patrol pups come to the rescue in this action-packed, high-energy, musical adventure! Featuring up-tempo music, a brand new script, interactive videos and lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving, this performance is the perfect introduction to live theater for your kids! Surprise your family with tickets at www.sistic.com.sg/events/paw0917.

  Ballet Under the Stars

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 10 Sep 2017 7.30pm
  Venue	Fort Canning Park, Fort Canning Green
  Event Description	Roll up your picnic mats and pack your dinner in a basket, because Ballet Under the Stars is back! 2017 marks the 22nd edition of the Singapore's most celebrated outdoor dance event, and the perfect occasion time for your family to experience and enjoy art through dance. Come and enjoy an enchanting evening of ballet at the luscious Fort Canning Green with a sumptuous picnic spread with your loved ones! Get your tickets early at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cballet0917 to avoid disappointment, you do not want to miss out on this merriment and felicity!

   

   

• Family Events on Sat, 2 Sep 2017

   

  Partners Events and Activities

  Learning Forest Tour [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	NParks
  Time	9am – 10am
  Venue	Singapore Botanic Gardens, Learning Forest
  Event Description	Take the Learning Forest Tour this My Family Weekend and learn about freshwater forest wetland ecosystems at the Keppel Discovery Wetlands and walk amongst some of the tallest tree species in Southeast Asia at the SPH Walk of Giants. With a large network of boardwalks, visitors can explore habitats ranging from a freshwater forest wetland to a lowland rainforest. Contact 6471 7361 or visit www.sbg.org.sg for updates. Registration can be done 15 mins before the tour commences at the Visitor Services Counter. Please note that no pets are allowed as the route requires access to elevated boardwalks.

  Healing Garden Tour [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	NParks
  Time	9am – 10.30am (English) 10am – 11.30am (English & Mandarin)
  Venue	Singapore Botanic Gardens, Visitor Centre (Nassim Gate)
  Event Description	Go on a tour of the Healing Garden, which showcases over 400 varieties of plants used medicinally. Laid out thematically based on medicinal properties for the different parts of the body such as the head, respiratory and reproductive systems, there is much to be learnt for everyone in the family! Admission is free. Register at the Singapore Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre (Nassim Gate). For groups larger than 20, please register at least 14 days in advance to nparks_sbg_visitor_services@nparks.gov.sg.

  Care Corner Student Care Centre (SCC) Open House 2017 [Free Admission]

  Partner	Care Corner Student Care Centre
  Time	9am – 12pm
  Venue	SCC (Admiralty): Blk 719 Woodlands Ave 6, #01 -628, Singapore 730719 SCC (Toa Payoh): Blk 159 Lor 1 Toa Payoh, #01 – 1530, Singapore 310159 SCC (Woodlands): Blk 321 Woodlands Street 32, #01 - 227, Singapore 730321
  Event Description	Come down for a fun and educational time at the Care Corner SCC Open House during My Family Weekend. Pick up tips to strengthen your family ties at the Family Life Talk and have fun with the young and old in the family at the Kid’s Fun stations where there are activities such as craft and painting and do-it-yourself family treats such as the Ice Kachang and many more. You can also take a tour of the different centres and enjoy a registration fee waiver when you register your child for our SCC in 2018. Be sure to grab a goodie bag for your child while you’re there too! Check out the list of activities here.

  Values for Life: Your Future is in Your Hands [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	Morning Star Community Services
  Time	9am – 1pm
  Venue	4 Lorong Low Koon, Singapore 536450 Blk 261B Sengkang Eastway, #01-400, Singapore 542261 Blk 95 Bedok North Ave 4, #01-1415, Singapore 460095 Blk 508 Bedok North Ave 3, #01-369, Singapore 460508 Agape Village, 7A Lor 8 Toa Payoh, #04-01, Singapore 319264
  Event Description	Sign up for this parent and child workshop to encourage positive values and virtues in children at Morning Star on Sat, 2 Sep. This interactive workshop is specially designed for parents with children between 5 to 12 years old and uses creative ways relatable to the child’s everyday life to impart values. Contact Ms Jess Leong at 6285 1377 or training@morningstar.org.sg to sign up. Registration closes on Sat, 5 Aug 2017.

  Gallery Children’s Biennale: Dreams and Stories

  Partner	National Gallery Singapore
  Time	Sun - Thu & Public Holidays: 10am - 7pm Fri - Sat & Eve of Public Holidays: 10am - 10pm
  Venue	National Gallery Singapore 1 St Andrews Road Singapore 178957
  Event Description	Calling the young and young at heart! The inaugural Gallery Children’s Biennale invites you to discover art in a whole new way. Explore dreams and stories through ten interactive art showcases as well as a suite of programmes and activities specially curated for young visitors and parents to embark on a creative journey of discovery together. The artworks are located at various public spaces within the Gallery across both the City Hall and Former Supreme Court buildings. Gallery Children’s Biennale takes place from now till 8 Oct 2017. For more details, visit www.childrensbiennale.com .

  HPB-ActiveSG Active Family Programme [Free Admission]

  Partner	Health Promotion Board
  Time	Various timings on weekends of Sep
  Venue	Various locations
  Event Description	Join us for the HPB-ActiveSG Active Family Programme and be thrilled with the wide range of enriching and exciting activities involving the whole family over the weekends! Get active and make precious memories together as a family with our family-friendly workout sessions across the island. Hurry! Check out our September schedule below to find out where you can play a game of family Frisbee, enjoy a Treasure Hunt activity or even see who runs the fastest with you family, and much more! Find out more at www.hpb.gov.sg/active-family.

  Footwork: Twinkle Toes

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	9am – 10am: Ballet Baby 10.30am – 11.30am: Tap Baby
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Footwork: Twinkle Toes is specially designed for little ones aged 3–6 years old, and their mummies or daddies. In these dance-play workshops, little tots and their parents can have fun together as they whirl and twirl! $24 for 1 adult and 1 child; $36 for 1 adult and 2 children or 2 adults and 1 child. Price is per session. Children must be accompanied by an adult 16 years old and above. Get your tickets at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-twinkle-toes.

  Footwork: Happy Feet

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	12pm – 1pm: Ballet
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Conducted by professional instructors, Footwork: Happy Feet workshops are perfect for adults aged 55 years old and above with little or no experience in dance who are interested in picking up the basics! $14 per session, per pax. Esplanade&Me and JOYears specials available. Give your grandparents or elderly relatives a chance to move their happy feet at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-happy-feet.

  Footwork: Parents & Kids

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	2pm – 3pm: Broadway Jazz
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Footwork: Parents & Kids is a great way for parents and kids aged 7–10 years old to bond through dancing. Lots of fun and laughter is guaranteed! $24 for 1 adult and 1 child; $36 for 1 adult and 2 children or 2 adults and 1 child. Price is per session. Get your tickets at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-parents-and-kids.

  Footwork: Adults & Youth

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	4pm – 5.30pm :Street Dance 6pm – 7.30pm: Paso Doble (Ballroom) 8pm – 9.30pm: Rumba (Date Night)
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Conducted by professional instructors, the Footwork: Adults & Youth workshops cover the basics for adults and youths with little or no experience in dance. $14 per session, per pax. Esplanade&Me and JOYears specials available. Get your tickets at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-adults-and-youth.

  PIP’s PLAYbox [Free Admission]

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	11am – 6pm Closed for cleaning: 2pm – 3pm
  Venue	Esplanade Mall, Level 4
  Event Description	PIP’s PLAYbox is a dedicated arts space that includes a cosy loft, a roomy arts and craft area, a reading corner filled with books by Singapore writers and illustrators, as well as an outdoor play area. In conjunction with Esplanade’s festivals and series, PIP’s PLAYbox will be hosting a range of activities from storytelling sessions to self-guided craft activities this My Family Weekend. Don’t forget to keep a lookout for the wall mural created by artist and author Lee Kow Fong too! Find out more at www.esplanade.com/pips-club/pips-playbox.

  Story Carnival @ Enabling Village [Free Admission]

  Partner	Enabling Viillage
  Time	10.30am – 5pm
  Venue	Enabling Village 20 Lengkok Bahru Singapore 159053
  Event Description	A joyful celebration of storytelling built around the theme of Inclusion. For 2 days, on 1 and 2 Sep, enjoy more than a dozen of Singapore's finest tellers, two concerts, 5 craft-and-story workshops, and plenty of free attractions. Bring the whole family for an entertaining - and inspirational - family day out at the Enabling Village. There's free popcorn and curry puffs (for the first 400 who register.) Enjoy the tranquil grounds of the Village, and romp in the bouncy castle or get your face-painted (free) too! Find out more at www.facebook.com/398.2StorytellingFestival.

  Diaper Dash 2017

  Partner	SAFRA
  Time	11am – 5.30pm
  Venue	SAFRA Punggol
  Event Description	In conjunction with NS50, SAFRA Punggol’s Diaper Dash returns this year featuring our baby participants in camo-designed event tees and diapers! Have fun while cheering on your little ones as they crawl and toddle down the 3-metre racetrack. Remember to invite your relatives to come along and gear up with keys, whistles, toys or anything that will get your baby to cross the finishing line first! Babies can compete in the following categories. Leopard Crawlers (6 – 9 months), Leopard Crawlers (10 – 12 months) Receive an exclusive race pack when you register at www.safra.sg/diaperdash. Registration Fee: $20 (SAFRA Member); $25 (Guest). For enquiries, please contact Tiffany at asmtiffany@safra.sg or Jim at gjim@safra.sg.

  Prego Pasta Cooking Class

  Partner	eXplorerkid
  Time	1pm – 2pm
  Venue	eXplorerkid, AMK Hub
  Event Description	Create happiness in a dish with your child this My Family Weekend! Take your kids along for the Prego Pasta Cooking Class and learn recipes that are easy but so delicious. You’ll never run out of ideas for family meals anymore! Registration fee from $25 onwards; comes with free unlimited playtime at eXplorerkid! (worth $30) Register your family now at www.explorerkid.com.

  Daddy Vroom 2017

  Partner	Centre for Fathering
  Time	1pm – 7pm
  Venue	Various locations. Flag off at UE BizHub East, 8 Changi Business Park Ave 1, Singapore 486018
  Event Description	Transform your commuting vehicle into another communication space for your family! Take your family on an island wide drive experience this My Family Weekend in this first-ever Dads For Life car rally! Join 100 other families and explore the various locations and unique activities your family can enjoy to improve your family’s communication. Registration Fee: $150 per car. A pre-event briefing will be held on 26th Aug, 9.30am & 10.30am at The Centre For Fathering at 128A Lor 1 Toa Payoh #01-01 (Singapore 31128). Event-day registration will start at 11:30am and close at 12:30pm. Find out more at http://fathers.com.sg/daddy-vroom.

  English Storytelling

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	Various Timings
  Venue	Various libraries across Singapore
  Event Description	Join our storytellers as they bring you into a world of fascinating stories, songs and rhymes. A journey full of fun and excitement await you and your family! Check out the schedules of the storytelling sessions here. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Conservation booth by NUS Toddycats [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	10am – 6pm
  Venue	Jurong Regional Library
  Event Description	Come down and be intrigued by the uniqueness of the native wildlife of our very own rainforests! Featuring many animal specimens from the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, the NUS Toddycats conservation booth is a perfect spot to bring your family for a time of fun learning. Don’t miss this chance to explore the wild in a different way! Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Lady Macbeth and the High Life [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	11am – 11.45am
  Venue	Jurong Regional Library
  Event Description	Independent Stage, the senior division of the Anglo Chinese School (Independent) drama club, presents the Shakespearean classic Macbeth like you have never seen it – in modern English and from the perspective of the historical pagan princess who became the infamous Lady Macbeth. Come down and have a taste of this darkly wacky 20 minute mashup, put together for Shakespeare buffs and novices alike. ‘Lady Macbeth’ is followed by a contrasting original piece, ‘the High Life’, which presents an offbeat take on rehabilitation with a wholesome anti-addiction message. Brought to life, this theatrical piece is great for all youths and adults. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Healthier Child, Brighter Future [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	11am – 12pm
  Venue	Tampines Regional Library
  Event Description	Research has shown that habits such as food preferences are formed by the age of 5. These habits formed in childhood are more likely to follow your child into adulthood and can impact health and quality of life. This My Family Weekend, find out what you can do to give your child a healthier start in life! The Healthier Child, Brighter Future workshop will cover topics such as healthier eating, how to increase daily physical activity and ways to encourage a fussy eater to eat fruits and vegetables. Both you and your child will also get to make one easy-to-make recipe and sample the healthy food! Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Parent and Child Reading Workshop by Odyssey the Global Preschool (conducted in Mandarin) [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	11.30am – 12.30pm
  Venue	Pasir Ris Public Library
  Event Description	Join the teachers from Odyssey the Global Preschool as they share tips on reading and getting your young child to love reading too. The teachers will also be conducting a special storytelling activity for your children in this session. Bring your child down for a taste of how fun learning and reading can really be! Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  让故事活起来! Stories Coming Alive @ NLB. [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	12pm – 12.30pm
  Venue	Toa Payoh Public Library
  Event Description	让孩童通过生动的讲故事节目，享受学华语的乐趣、激发想象力、培养良好价值，度过一个充实的周末！趣味故事，精彩童年，这是该欢笑，该想象的年龄。节目欢迎家长陪同。 Join storytellers from the Chou Sing Chu Foundation in a series of fun-filled, interactive Chinese storytelling sessions. Journey through a variety of stories while participating in the many fun and interactive activities planned for each session! Parents and children of all ages are welcomed to join in. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Jiggle, Read and Rhyme [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	7.30pm – 8pm
  Venue	Central Public Library
  Event Description	Give your child’s early development a boost on My Family Weekend with Jiggle, Read and Rhyme! Indulge your child’s senses with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive in this enjoyable session specially catered to toddlers aged 1-3. Register now for an enriching time with your child and other parents via www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.

  Processing Disorder Talk [Free admission, registration required]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	2pm – 3.30pm
  Venue	Tampines Regional Library
  Event Description	Join in this highly useful general awareness talk by the Irlen Dyslexia Clinic on Visual Processing Disorder (Irlen Syndrome). The talk will cover topics such as background knowledge of Dyslexia and Irlen Syndrome, the symptoms and the nature of the disturbances, early intervention, and treatment options. Take the chance this My Family Weekend to equip yourself to be a better caregiver, or simply join us to learn more! Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Yidu Reading Club (Conducted in Mandarin) [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	2pm – 4pm
  Venue	Serangoon Public Library
  Event Description	壹度书会是由爱好读书的年轻人所组成。通过阅读、讨论和分享,实现思维的碰撞和情感共振的交流平台 For more details, please refer to the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/yidushuhui.

  The Captain Drug Buster Show [Story Time Specials] [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	3.30pm – 4pm
  Venue	Jurong West Public Library
  Event Description	Captain Drug Buster is on a hunt for a dangerous man who disguises himself as the “Candy Man” and gives out irresistible treats to children, which turn out to be drugs that make the children obey him as part of his big evil plan to take over the world. Will Captain Drug Buster be able to recruit everybody’s help to capture the “Candy Man” in time? Or will the children become part of his evil plan? Bring your child (4-6 years old) down to join Captain Drug Buster on this exciting mission! The Captain Drug Buster Show is brought to you by the Central Narcotics Bureau. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Movie screening: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2 [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	4pm – 6pm
  Venue	Queenstown Public Library
  Event Description	Chipmunk singing sensations Alvin, Simon and Theodore are back for an encore in this hilarious 'squeakquel' packed with more music, more action, and more nutty fun for the whole family! When a concert mishap lands Dave in the hospital, the Chipmunks take a break from superstardom and enroll in school to fit in with kids their age. But, they soon face some stiff competition when they meet the Chipettes -- a beautiful, talented trio of chipmunks discovered by Ian, the boy's evil ex-manager! Come down with you family for this fun movie screening and find out what happens in the end! Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  PA Nee Soon East CC East Coast Park Beach Walk & Chinatown Shopping Tour

  Partner	People's Association
  Time	7.30am – 12pm
  Venue	East Coast Park and Chinatown
  Event Description	Start the day out with your family bright and early! Take a walk along East Coast Beach, where both kids and elderly family members can enjoy the morning sun and cool sea breeze. Then explore Chinatown together for a mix of old and new stores and cafes! Sign up at Nee Soon East CC or call 62570446 for more information.

  PA Zhenghua Senja Square RC Movie Under the Stars

  Partner	People's Association
  Time	7pm – 10pm
  Venue	7 Senja Link Singapore 677641
  Event Description	Have a fun night out and gather the family for a movie under the stars! Share both laughter and tears as you watch Storks, a heartwarming but hilarious animated movie, that is ideal for all family members. Don’t miss out on the chance to stargaze at the same time! For more information, please contact Zhenghua CC at 63106702.

  Other Activities and Events

  Autumn Harvest at Gardens by the Bay 丰收之秋

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 29 Oct 2017 9am - 9pm daily
  Venue	Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome
  Event Description	A lavish flower field saturated in rich hues of orange, red, gold and green welcomes visitors this September, as autumn comes to Flower Dome in the “Autumn Harvest” floral display. Savour how the traditional season of crop gathering is interpreted in creative ways – a bounteous land is inhabited by a fruit and vegetable giant; a lush farm plot overflows with abundant produce and blooms like anemones, gaillardias, phloxes and chrysanthemums; and Cinderella’s pumpkin carriage sits pretty amidst pumpkin trees. Pumpkins take on yet another twist in the mini Halloween exhibit, where myriad carved and decorated versions celebrate the most anticipated festival of fall. There are more than 10 varieties of special pumpkins to see, such as the pristine white “Polar Bear”, the pretty striped “Pump-Ke-Mon” and the bizarre-looking “Red Warty Thing”. This year, the lanterns dotting the outdoor gardens as part of the annual Mid-Autumn Festival continue inside Flower Dome. Look out for a plethora of fruit and vegetable-shaped lanterns, and drop by the Mediterranean Garden for a photo opportunity with a giant pumpkin lantern. Get your tickets at http://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/whats-on/calendar-of-events/2017-autumn-harvest-floral-display.html.

  Peace of Piece World Tour Singapore 2017

  Date/Time	Thu, 27 Jul - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 Mon - Thu: 10am - 9pm Fri - Sun and Public Holidays: 10am - 12am
  Venue	Fort Canning Arts Centre
  Event Description	To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN, featuring World Heritage Sites built by globally loved LEGO® Bricks. Originating from Japan, PIECE OF PEACE hopes to raise awareness to UNESCO Heritage activities in promotion of peace. Singapore will be the first ASEAN country to host this world tour. Get your tickets at http://www.apactix.com/events/detail/piece-of-peace-world-tour-singapore-2017.

  DRUM TAO 2017 'BUKYO'

  Date/Time	Thu, 31 Aug - Sat, 2 Sep 2017 Thu and Fri: 7.30pm Sat: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
  Venue	MES Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue
  Event Description	Seen by more than 7 million spectators worldwide, Drum Tao has wowed audiences with their exhilarating Taiko drumming performances since its debut in 2004 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. On My Family Weekend, Tao is bringing their new show “BUKYO - Japanese Dancing Drums” to Singapore. The theme of this year’s show, “Tons of Fun with Taiko”, will show off the spirit of Taiko drumming while showcasing the fun of this traditional art form. Enjoy spectacular and heart-pulsing drumming, innovative choreography, captivating staging and futuristic costumes designed by Junko Koshino. Let’s have tons of fun with Taiko! Get tickets for the entire family at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cdrum0817.

  PAW Patrol Live! ''Race to the Rescue''

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 10.30am, 2pm, 5.30pm
  Venue	Resorts World™ Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa
  Event Description	Based on the hit animated TV series on Nickelodeon produced by Spin Master, PAW Patrol Live! "Race to the Rescue" is coming to Singapore for the first time with its brand new tour. When Mayor Goodway goes missing during the day of the Great Adventure Bay Race, the PAW Patrol pups come to the rescue in this action-packed, high-energy, musical adventure! Featuring up-tempo music, a brand new script, interactive videos and lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving, this performance is the perfect introduction to live theater for your kids! Surprise your family with tickets at www.sistic.com.sg/events/paw0917.

  Ballet Under the Stars

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 10 Sep 2017 7.30pm
  Venue	Fort Canning Park, Fort Canning Green
  Event Description	Roll up your picnic mats and pack your dinner in a basket, because Ballet Under the Stars is back! 2017 marks the 22nd edition of the Singapore's most celebrated outdoor dance event, and the perfect occasion time for your family to experience and enjoy art through dance. Come and enjoy an enchanting evening of ballet at the luscious Fort Canning Green with a sumptuous picnic spread with your loved ones! Get your tickets early at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cballet0917 to avoid disappointment, you do not want to miss out on this merriment and felicity!

  SSO Concerts for Children: Peter and the Wolf

  Date/Time	Sat, 2 Sep - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 Sat, 2pm & 4pm Sun, 2pm
  Venue	Victoria Concert Hall
  Event Description	Delight your kids with the popular orchestral tale of Peter and the Wolf, as performed by the theatrics and antics of acclaimed mime artists from Magic Circle Mime! Can you and your family help to outwit the fearsome wolf that threatens the orchestra and audience? Come experience the story and be part of the adventure as it unfolds ‘live’ on stage right before your eyes. This is the perfect concert for adventurous kids and parents alike; don’t miss it! Get tickets for the whole family at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cchild1709031400.

   

   

• Family Events on Sun, 3 Sep 2017

   

  PA Bukit Panjang CC Monthly Family Brisk Walk

  Partner	People's Association
  Time	7.30am – 8.30am
  Venue	Bukit Panjang CC 8 Pending Road, Singapore 678295
  Event Description	Give your family’s healthy and active lifestyle a kickstart today! Join the monthly family brisk walk and bond with your loved ones through a fun and healthy activity enjoyed by all family members. For more information, please contact Bukit Panjang CC at 6506091

  Gallery Children’s Biennale: Dreams and Stories

  Partner	National Gallery Singapore
  Time	Sun - Thu & Public Holidays: 10am - 7pm Fri - Sat & Eve of Public Holidays: 10am - 10pm
  Venue	National Gallery Singapore 1 St Andrews Road Singapore 178957
  Event Description	Calling the young and young at heart! The inaugural Gallery Children’s Biennale invites you to discover art in a whole new way. Explore dreams and stories through ten interactive art showcases as well as a suite of programmes and activities specially curated for young visitors and parents to embark on a creative journey of discovery together. The artworks are located at various public spaces within the Gallery across both the City Hall and Former Supreme Court buildings. Gallery Children’s Biennale takes place from now till 8 Oct 2017. For more details, visit www.childrensbiennale.com .

  HPB-ActiveSG Active Family Programme [Free Admission]

  Partner	Health Promotion Board
  Time	Various timings on weekends of Sep
  Venue	Various locations
  Event Description	Join us for the HPB-ActiveSG Active Family Programme and be thrilled with the wide range of enriching and exciting activities involving the whole family over the weekends! Get active and make precious memories together as a family with our family-friendly workout sessions across the island. Hurry! Check out our September schedule below to find out where you can play a game of family Frisbee, enjoy a Treasure Hunt activity or even see who runs the fastest with you family, and much more! Find out more at www.hpb.gov.sg/active-family.

  Footwork: Twinkle Toes

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	9am – 10am: Ballet Baby 10.30am – 11.30am: Tap Baby
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Footwork: Twinkle Toes is specially designed for little ones aged 3–6 years old, and their mummies or daddies. In these dance-play workshops, little tots and their parents can have fun together as they whirl and twirl! $24 for 1 adult and 1 child; $36 for 1 adult and 2 children or 2 adults and 1 child. Price is per session. Children must be accompanied by an adult 16 years old and above. Get your tickets at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-twinkle-toes.

  Footwork: Parents & Kids

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	12pm – 1pm: Bhangra
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Footwork: Parents & Kids is a great way for parents and kids aged 7–10 years old to bond through dancing. Lots of fun and laughter is guaranteed! $24 for 1 adult and 1 child; $36 for 1 adult and 2 children or 2 adults and 1 child. Price is per session. Get your tickets at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-parents-and-kids.

  Footwork: Adults & Youth

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	2pm – 3.30pm: Bhangra 4pm – 5.30pm: Waltz 6pm – 7.30pm: West Coast Swing
  Venue	Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
  Event Description	Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance by trying it yourself at da:ns festival’s Footwork workshops! Footwork gives you the opportunity to learn popular dances from the experts and pick up some moves in the months leading up to the da:ns festival, held from 20th – 29th October. Conducted by professional instructors, the Footwork: Adults & Youth workshops cover the basics for adults and youths with little or no experience in dance. $14 per session, per pax. Esplanade&Me and JOYears specials available. Get your tickets at www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/dans-festival/2017/footwork-adults-and-youth.

  PIP’s PLAYbox [Free Admission]

  Partner	Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
  Time	11am – 6pm Closed for cleaning: 2pm – 3pm
  Venue	Esplanade Mall, Level 4
  Event Description	PIP’s PLAYbox is a dedicated arts space that includes a cosy loft, a roomy arts and craft area, a reading corner filled with books by Singapore writers and illustrators, as well as an outdoor play area. In conjunction with Esplanade’s festivals and series, PIP’s PLAYbox will be hosting a range of activities from storytelling sessions to self-guided craft activities this My Family Weekend. Don’t forget to keep a lookout for the wall mural created by artist and author Lee Kow Fong too! Find out more at www.esplanade.com/pips-club/pips-playbox.

  SAFRA Family Day Out @ ORTO

  Partner	SAFRA
  Time	10am – 3pm
  Venue	ORTO Prawning Facility 81 Lor Chencharu, Singapore 769198
  Event Description	Get ready for some fun and excitement at SAFRA Family Day Out happening over at the ORTO Prawning Facility! Bring your entire family down and bond over various fun activities like Families For Lifeprawning challenge, Long Kang fishing, fun game booths and other carnival activities! Take part in our Treasure Hunt game and stand to win exclusive prizes! With activities that cater to all age groups and interests, it’s a great opportunity for all family members to enjoy something fun together. First 200 Family Package sign-ups also includes 1 free exclusive Families For Life Umbrella. Each sign-up is entitled to 1 SAFRA Family Day Out Goodie Bag. For more information, please visit http://www.safra.sg/en/participate/safra-family-day-out-at-orto-2017.aspx.

  Diaper Dash 2017

  Partner	SAFRA
  Time	11am – 5.30pm
  Venue	SAFRA Punggol
  Event Description	In conjunction with NS50, SAFRA Punggol’s Diaper Dash returns this year featuring our baby participants in camo-designed event tees and diapers! Have fun while cheering on your little ones as they crawl and toddle down the 3-metre racetrack. Remember to invite your relatives to come along and gear up with keys, whistles, toys or anything that will get your baby to cross the finishing line first! Babies can compete in the following categories. Leopard Crawlers (6 – 9 months), Leopard Crawlers (10 – 12 months) Receive an exclusive race pack when you register at www.safra.sg/diaperdash. Registration Fee: $20 (SAFRA Member); $25 (Guest). For enquiries, please contact Tiffany at asmtiffany@safra.sg or Jim at gjim@safra.sg.

  English Storytelling

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	Various Timings
  Venue	Central Public Library and Jurong Regional Library
  Event Description	Join our storytellers as they bring you into a world of fascinating stories, songs and rhymes. A journey full of fun and excitement await you and your family! Check out the schedules of the storytelling sessions here. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  Playtime@Library! [Free admission]

  Partner	National Library Board
  Time	2pm – 5pm
  Venue	Bukit Panjang Public Library - Stories Come Alive Room, BPPL’s Children Section
  Event Description	Playtime@Library! is a fun, unstructured play programme catered for children and parents to learn, socialize and make new friends. With many interesting books and a wide variety of educational aids, it is the perfect time to have fun and bond as a family. Please note that this is a self-guided programme where you decide how you want to learn! This programme is open to children aged 6 years and below. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Find out more at www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2.

  NAC-ExxonMobil Concert in the Park [Free admission]

  Partner	National Arts Council
  Time	3pm – 6.30pm Fringe activities start from 3pm onwards Concert is from 5pm - 6.30pm
  Venue	Singapore Botanic Gardens, Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage
  Event Description	Head down with your friends and family for an afternoon of fun at the Singapore Botanic Gardens! Enjoy a free xinyao concert in the park on Sun 3 Sep by Kelvin Tan Wei Lian, featuring 潘嘉麗 Kelly and other home-grown talents and participate in exciting fringe activities! The NAC-ExxonMobil Concert in the Park series is organised by National Arts Council, sponsored by ExxonMobil and supported by National Parks Board. Admission is free. In case of inclement weather, please check NAC’s Facebook page or website for more details. Concert-goers are advised to use public transport.

  Other Activities and Events

  Autumn Harvest at Gardens by the Bay 丰收之秋

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 29 Oct 2017 9am - 9pm daily
  Venue	Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome
  Event Description	A lavish flower field saturated in rich hues of orange, red, gold and green welcomes visitors this September, as autumn comes to Flower Dome in the “Autumn Harvest” floral display. Savour how the traditional season of crop gathering is interpreted in creative ways – a bounteous land is inhabited by a fruit and vegetable giant; a lush farm plot overflows with abundant produce and blooms like anemones, gaillardias, phloxes and chrysanthemums; and Cinderella’s pumpkin carriage sits pretty amidst pumpkin trees. Pumpkins take on yet another twist in the mini Halloween exhibit, where myriad carved and decorated versions celebrate the most anticipated festival of fall. There are more than 10 varieties of special pumpkins to see, such as the pristine white “Polar Bear”, the pretty striped “Pump-Ke-Mon” and the bizarre-looking “Red Warty Thing”. This year, the lanterns dotting the outdoor gardens as part of the annual Mid-Autumn Festival continue inside Flower Dome. Look out for a plethora of fruit and vegetable-shaped lanterns, and drop by the Mediterranean Garden for a photo opportunity with a giant pumpkin lantern. Get your tickets at http://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/whats-on/calendar-of-events/2017-autumn-harvest-floral-display.html.

  Peace of Piece World Tour Singapore 2017

  Date/Time	Thu, 27 Jul - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 Mon - Thu: 10am - 9pm Fri - Sun and Public Holidays: 10am - 12am
  Venue	Fort Canning Arts Centre
  Event Description	To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN, featuring World Heritage Sites built by globally loved LEGO® Bricks. Originating from Japan, PIECE OF PEACE hopes to raise awareness to UNESCO Heritage activities in promotion of peace. Singapore will be the first ASEAN country to host this world tour. Get your tickets at http://www.apactix.com/events/detail/piece-of-peace-world-tour-singapore-2017.

  PAW Patrol Live! ''Race to the Rescue''

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 10.30am, 2pm, 5.30pm
  Venue	Resorts World™ Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa
  Event Description	Based on the hit animated TV series on Nickelodeon produced by Spin Master, PAW Patrol Live! "Race to the Rescue" is coming to Singapore for the first time with its brand new tour. When Mayor Goodway goes missing during the day of the Great Adventure Bay Race, the PAW Patrol pups come to the rescue in this action-packed, high-energy, musical adventure! Featuring up-tempo music, a brand new script, interactive videos and lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving, this performance is the perfect introduction to live theater for your kids! Surprise your family with tickets at www.sistic.com.sg/events/paw0917.

  Ballet Under the Stars

  Date/Time	Fri, 1 Sep - Sun, 10 Sep 2017 7.30pm
  Venue	Fort Canning Park, Fort Canning Green
  Event Description	Roll up your picnic mats and pack your dinner in a basket, because Ballet Under the Stars is back! 2017 marks the 22nd edition of the Singapore's most celebrated outdoor dance event, and the perfect occasion time for your family to experience and enjoy art through dance. Come and enjoy an enchanting evening of ballet at the luscious Fort Canning Green with a sumptuous picnic spread with your loved ones! Get your tickets early at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cballet0917 to avoid disappointment, you do not want to miss out on this merriment and felicity!

  SSO Concerts for Children: Peter and the Wolf

  Date/Time	Sat, 2 Sep - Sun, 3 Sep 2017 Sat, 2pm & 4pm Sun, 2pm
  Venue	Victoria Concert Hall
  Event Description	Delight your kids with the popular orchestral tale of Peter and the Wolf, as performed by the theatrics and antics of acclaimed mime artists from Magic Circle Mime! Can you and your family help to outwit the fearsome wolf that threatens the orchestra and audience? Come experience the story and be part of the adventure as it unfolds ‘live’ on stage right before your eyes. This is the perfect concert for adventurous kids and parents alike; don’t miss it! Get tickets for the whole family at www.sistic.com.sg/events/cchild1709031400.

  Kiss 92 Picnic in the Park

  Date/Time	Sun, 3 Sep 2017 12pm - 8pm
  Venue	Marina Barrage
  Event Description	Pack a picnic basket and take your entire family for a day of fun, laughter, food and music with the Kiss Crew! With Bouncy Castles, Carnival Booths, performances from your favourite local acts and more, there’s something for every family member to enjoy. Take part in the various activities and stand to win some amazing prizes, including a romantic 2D1N getaway for two from Andaz Singapore! Don’t forget to collect your exclusive Kiss92’s Picnic T-shirt and customised pinwheel while you’re there! Find out more at http://kiss92.sg/what-s-on/2747-picnicinthepark.html.