Families For Life | "I Still Do" 2018

💖  Date your spouse at “I Still Do” 2018!
Join us for a celebration of love and marriage from 24 Feb to 24 Mar!

🥂  Romance your spouse by going on a picnic date and enjoy live jazz performance, walt dancing and movie under the stars at Fort Canning Green! 

💑  Learn how to communicate effectively and resolve conflicts in a healthy way, or pick up tips to enrich your marriage from marriage experts.

💍  Celebrate your marriage at "I Still Do" Couples' Day Out at Gardens by the Bay, where you can look forward to a romantic day out with your spouse and renew your love and commitment to each other!

Click on the Programme Tabs to find out more and to register!

Celebrate your love and marriage with us at Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome! Look forward to a meaningful love renewal activity, interactive couple workshop and tea reception amidst the stunning backdrop of the Flower Field.

 

Time	Programme
3.30pm - 5.30pm	Love and Marriage Workshop: Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Secrets to a Satisfying Lifelong Marriage Do you find it hard to express your innermost hopes and desires to your spouse? Join experienced and engaging marriage experts, Gary and Joanna Koh, and learn how to overcome the hindrances and hesitation in articulating your innermost hopes for your marital relationship - and discover the secrets to a thriving marriage as you unlock the keys to greater marital satisfaction! Through this session, couples will • Understand the emotional and intimacy needs of their spouse. • Gain practical tips to meeting your spouse's needs (and work towards having your own relationship needs met!) • Learn effective ways of communication and conflict resolution. Through this highly engaging and interactive session, couples will learn that they can have a thriving marriage - and the honeymoon isn't over! Speakers' Profile Gary and Joanna have between them over 30 years of experience working with parents and youth, during which they have become firm advocates of the need for strong families. A charismatic platform speaker, Gary regularly conducts motivational talks and training workshops on parenting and mentoring teenagers, marriage, youth sexuality, leadership and character development. Gary is also a full-time counsellor and works regularly with couples, parents and youth. Joanna started out her career with a desire to change lives. She undertook counselling, casework and therapy in the areas of children with special needs, domestic violence, families-in-crisis and psychiatric rehabilitation. Joanna later spent a decade with Focus on the Family Singapore, an organization devoted to helping marriages and families thrive, where she eventually became CEO. Joanna has appeared on interviews with Channel News Asia and 938Live and is also one of two recipients of the Work-Life Leadership 2010 Award. A dynamic husband-and-wife team, Gary and Joanna regularly train and speak together and are also licensed marriage solemnisers. They have been happily married for 18 years and have a 12 year old son.
5.30pm - 6.30pm	Tea Reception
6.30pm - 7pm	Couples' Activity and Renewal of Love Pledge your love and commitment by penning a personalised message for your spouse!
7pm onwards	Free and easy at Flower Dome Ticket includes free entry into Flower Dome for the couple to enjoy the Sakura Matsuri Floral Display. Only applicable for same day visit.

Date: Sat, 24 Mar 2018
Time: 3.30pm - 7pm
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome (Flower Field Hall)
Price: $50 per couple

 

Love Never Fails - Winning Strategies for the First 5 Years

Designed as an interactive 2-hour workshop with Q&A session, soon-to-wed and newly-wed couples will learn and practice key skills to enhance their relationship, identify potential relationship risk factors and learn communication and conflict resolution skills and strategies. Based on more than 30 years of marital research, the internationally renowned, evidence-based marriage education program know as the "Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Programme" will give couples a quick and easy guide to navigate the ups and downs of marriage.

Speakers' Profile
Boaz & Claire Nazar are lawyers and have been married for 22 years. They have two wonderful children, Hosanna (20 years) and Elijah-John (14 years).

Boaz and Claire have been marriage educators for the past 17 years. They currently facilitate a 12-hour intensive marital communication skills training entitled the Prevention and Relationship Education Programme (PREP®), a widely recognised programme based on the research conducted by the University of Denver.

Armed with a ready supply of humorous and at times poignant anecdotes gleaned from both their legal practice and marriage education experiences, Boaz and Claire have a passion to see couples make it to the finish line and fulfill their marriage vows, "till death do us part".

   

Date: Sat, 24 Mar 2018
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome (Flower Field Hall)
Price: $16 per couple

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There's no better way to romance your spouse than to say "I Still Do" under the stars!

Back by popular demand, join us for an evening of live jazz performances, waltz dance and movie screening. Pre-registered couples also stand to win attractive prizes including a staycation at Sentosa, shopping vouchers and more!

There are limited spaces, so sign up today!

Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2018
Time: 4pm - 9.30pm
Venue: Fort Canning Green
Price: Free admission, registration required

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Programme Schedule

Time	Programme
4pm - 7.30pm	Scrapbook Your Memories Print your favorite couple photos and put them together in a scrapbook. Design your very own keepsake. Song Dedication Song dedication timeslots are 4pm - 4.50pm and 5.30pm - 6pm. Pre-registered couples are welcome to submit their song dedication slip from 4pm - 6pm. Digital Caricature & Photobooth Personalise your experience with a portrait of you and your spouse with a digital caricature and capture these memories at the "I Still Do" photobooth.
4pm - 4.50pm	Song Dedication Have a favourite couple song? Dedicate it to your loved one to show your appreciation and love.
4.55pm - 5pm	Early Bird Draw Come on down early and stand a chance to be eligible for the early bird draw! Shopping vouchers and a pair of tickets to the "I Still Do" Couples' Day Out at Gardens by the Bay are up for grabs! Remember to drop off your name and contact number at the Information Booth by 4.45pm to be eligible for the draw!
5pm - 5.30pm	Jazz Performance Relax and enjoy the soothing sounds of live jazz tunes.
5.30pm - 6pm	Song Dedication Have a favourite couple song? Dedicate it to your loved one to show your appreciation and love.
6pm - 6.30pm	Jazz Performance Relax and enjoy the soothing sounds of live jazz tunes.
6.30pm - 7pm	Waltz Dance Take in a slow waltz dance session with your spouse, suitable for newbies too!
7.15pm - 7.20pm	Main Lucky Draw Pre-registered couples stand a chance to win attractive prizes including a Sentosa hotel staycation, shopping vouchers, tickets to the "I Still Do" Couples' Cook Off and Couples' Day Out! $2,000 worth of prizes to be won!
7.20pm - 9.30pm	Movie Screening

*The organiser reserves the right to modify, alter or change the programme.

Picnic Site Map

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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How To Get There

 

Directions
MRT Station:
Dhoby Ghaut Station (NE6, NS24, CC1): Come out from Exit B, head towards Canning Walk. Fort Canning Green can be entered via Gothic Gate (Estimated 11 mins walk).

Bras Basah Station (CC2): Come out from Exit B, head towards Canning Walk. Fort Canning Green can be entered via Gothic Gate (Estimated 11 mins walk).

Nearest Bus Stop:
Stamford Road, SMU - Bus 7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 124, 128, 131, 147, 162, 162M, 166, 167, 171, 174, 174e, 175, 190, 700, 700A, 850E, 857, 951E, 971E (Estimated 8 mins walk).

Via Car/Taxi: Fort Canning Park is bounded by Hill Street, Canning Rise, Clemenceau Avenue and River Valley Road. Fort Canning Green can be entered via Gothic Gate.

Parking is available at Car Park A and B. However, as parking is limited, participants are encouraged to car pool or take public transport.

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Calling out to the time-stretched working couples, make a lunch or dinner date with your spouse to enjoy couple-time together and pick up tips on enriching your marriage!

 

Date:	Thu, 1 Mar 2018
Time:	12pm - 1pm
Venue:	The Connoisseur Concerto (TCC@Circular Road)
Price:	$30 per couple (Price includes 2-course lunch set)
Synopsis:	Let's Make Cents Essential Financial Conversations to have with your Spouse Are finances a source of stress in your marriage? Do you and your spouse have common financial goals? Few couples like to discuss financial management before they walk down the aisle. Yet, money causes more problems in our marriages than we realize. Refusing to talk about something as important as financial management with your significant other can be more costly than you might imagine. Don't let money make a mess of your marriage! Join experienced marriage expert, Gary Koh at this fun and interactive talk, and glean financial principles that would serve you both through the good times and bad in your marriage. Pick up smart spending tips as well as budgeting and debt management tools. Through this talk, couples will learn how to: • Discuss money management as a couple - Joint or separate banking accounts? Who should pay the bills? • Employ four common-sense financial principles. • Use Smart spending tips • Discover financial contentment This light-hearted talk will help couples to confidently have essential financial conversations, for a contented and happier marriage!

 

Date:	Fri, 16 Mar 2018
Time:	7.30pm - 9pm
Venue:	Plentyfull @ Millenia Walk
Price:	$50 per couple (Price includes 3-course dinner set)
Synopsis:	Couples Date Night Communicate Your Way to a Thriving Marriage Communication is the special link that creates relationships and bonds us with our spouse. Every married person is a unique individual who brings his or her own 'dictionary' to the marriage. Unless definitions are clarified, the words we speak to each other can be easily misunderstood - and as a result, conflict may arise. Listen to experienced marriage experts Gary and Joanna Koh as they share the secrets to deeper, more meaningful communication with your spouse, in this highly engaging and interactive session. Through this session, couples will • Understand the different ways men and women communicate. • Be equipped with communication tools to enrich their marriage. • Know how to respond to conflict in a loving respectful way. • Learn how to foster emotional intimacy in their marriage. Through this interactive and engaging talk, couples will learn the secrets to having a marriage with love that lasts a lifetime!

 

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Learn how to communicate more effectively and pick up conflict resolution tips for a healthier and happier marriage! Join our community talks available in Mandarin, Malay and Tamil language.

 

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Resolving Conflicts Between Husband & Wife
夫妻如何解决冲突

Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2018
Time: 10am - 12pm
Price: Free admission, registration required

Venue: Lifelong Learning Institute, Lecture Theatre, 11 Eunos Road 8 S(408601)
FAMILY 365 Speaker: Ms Belinda Yuan

Marriage satisfies the various aspects of our human needs, be it emotional, physical, social or others. A happy marriage is fundamentally based on an individual’s willingness to pursue personal growth and development. A strong relationship forms the backbone of marriage. It is thus very important to know how to handle conflicts properly between couples regardless of whether it is before or after marriage.

Many modern couples lack the relevant knowledge and skills to respond to and resolve problems in their marital relationship. As a result conflict occurs frequently and is difficult to prevent. Over time, the disputes may intensify, leading to greater difficulty in maintaining a happy marriage.

Conflict always arises from an unsatisfied need, either from one or both parties. Through an analysis of the common causes, this session will explore the feasible ways for resolving conflict, in the hopes of helping couples to make adjustments and positive changes to maintain a healthy and stable marriage.

婚姻具有满足人生活中情感、生理、社交等需要.。美满的婚姻是个人成长发展的基础和生活幸福的重要保障。夫妻关系是婚姻的主干，如何妥善处理夫妻之间出现的矛盾冲突，是所有将要或已经步入婚姻阶段的人们应该了解和探讨的重要课题。

由于现代的夫妻普遍缺乏应对婚姻中出现的问题的相关知识和解决能力，夫妻之间的冲突显得极为常见，而且难以避免。有时矛盾甚至不断激化，使夫妻在维持美满婚姻时遇到极大困难。

夫妻的冲突大多源于一方或双方欲求不满，冲突的出现是未能满足需要的一种表现。通过对夫妻之间常见冲突原因的分析，提出一些化解冲突的方法和技巧，帮助人们不断调适夫妻关系，维护婚姻的健康和稳定。

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From ‘He says, She says’ to Understanding and Meeting Needs
Siapa Betul? Memahami untuk mencapai keperluan masing masing

Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2018
Time: 10am - 12pm
Price: Free admission, registration required

Venue: Mendaki SENSE, WIS@Changi, 116 Changi Road, #05-01 S(419718)
FAMILY 365 Speaker: Mr Mohamed Faizal Bin Ahmad

“I can’t believe she did that again!”, “How could he be so inconsiderate!” Couples usually find themselves revisiting the same issues and conflicts which leads to frustration and unhappiness for both. This programme aims to support couples with effective ways to communicate what they truly feel.

Key areas covered are:
• Helpful (and unhelpful) coping strategies
• Couples’ needs and expectations
• 4-step process of making requests

“Saya tidak percaya dia lakukan perkara itu sekali lagi!”, “Mengapakah dia tidak ambil kira perasaan saya?” Pasangan biasanya mendapati diri mereka meninjau semula isu dan situasi yang sama berulang-ulang sehingga kedua-duanya agak muak. Program ini bertujuan untuk membekalkan pasangan dengan cara-cara yang berkesan untuk menyampaikan apa yang mereka rasakan dan bagaimana untuk difahami dengan jelas.

Kandungan program ini merangkumi:
• strategi mengatasi masalah –apakah yang membantu dan apakah yang tidak membantu
• keperluan dan jangkaan
• proses 4 langkah membuat permintaan

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Effective Communication & Conflict Resolution in Marriage

Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2018
Time: 10am - 12pm
Price: Free admission, registration required

Venue: SINDA, 1 Beatty Road S(209943)
FAMILY 365 Speaker: Mr Hindran Maniam

Even the happiest of relationships experience conflicts and problems (Markman, Stanley, Blumberg, Jenkins & Whiteley, 2004). If handled well, such issues provide opportunities for personal and relationship growth. There are many skills such as effective communication techniques that can help individuals resolve conflicts in a healthy way. One of the greatest skills that aids in conflict resolution is effective communication.

Dealing with conflict can take varying amounts of mental, emotional and physical energy (Miller & Miller, 1997). It can be work! However, learning and implementing a few simple communication skills can increase positive interactions with others. The opportunities for personal and relationship growth are well worth the effort.

In this workshop, you will learn the danger signs of communication and effective ways to resolve conflict, and how to improve your interaction with others.

 

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Enjoy quality time together as you and your spouse whip up a 3-course western meal during this hands-on cooking class. Learn how to make Nicoise Salad, Herb Roasted Chicken with Mash Potatoes and Chocolate Fondant served with Vanilla ice-cream. What’s more, both of you get to dine and feast on the fruit of your labour after the cooking class!

      

Date: Sat, 17 Mar 2018
Time: 2pm - 6pm (includes dining time)
Venue: At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy, 28 Tai Seng Street S(534106)
Price: $100 per couple (exclusive for "I Still Do" 2018)
*Food items do not contain pork or lard