Author: Yew Kwong

Interests: Social, Leisure, Travel & Exploration.

Monthly Cycling on Sat, 15 Oct 2016

Hello Hello

Location : ECP, East Coast Park
Start Time : 4.30 pm
Distance : 2 routes –
1. Burger King to Bedok Jetty (short distance)
2. Burger King to Fort Road (long distance)

Meetup time : 4.00 pm at Burger (for chatting)
Bike collection time : 4.15 pm (from adjourning kiosk)

Things to bring :
1. Helmet (or hats) & gloves
2. Sunblock, arm sleeves, shades and raincoat
3. S 11
4. Your friends

Location map of East Coast Park –
https://www.google.com.sg/maps/place/East+Coast+Park/@1.2794272,103.8647196,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xaffda4da354a96fa!8m2!3d1.3007842!4d103.9121866

Rain or shine, we wait for U

Who is who coming –
Yew Kwong

Monthly Cycling on Sat, 17 Sep 2016

Hello hello

Location : ECP, East Coast Park
Start Time : 4.30 pm
Distance : 2 choices –
1. Burger King to Bedok Jetty (short distance)
2. Burger King to Fort Road (long distance)

Meetup time : 4.00 pm at Burger (for chatting)
Bike collection time : 4.15 pm (from adjourning kiosk)

Things to bring :
1. Helmet (or hats) & gloves
2. Sunblock, arm sleeves, shades and raincoat
3. S 11

Location map of East Coast Park –
https://www.google.com.sg/maps/place/East+Coast+Park/@1.2794272,103.8647196,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xaffda4da354a96fa!8m2!3d1.3007842!4d103.9121866

Rain or Shine, we wait for U

Who is who coming –
Yew Kwong
Susan CH Tan
Lily Ho
Judy Lim
Rina Tan
Pauline Chew

PS : Pokémon Go fans pls come early to catch rare pokemon at ECP and share tips on how to improve your game levels.

Post CNY Cycling in Pulau Ubin on Sat, 20 Feb 2015

It’s been some time since we last cycled on Pulau Ubin. Let’s do it again and this time together we celebrate CNY 2016.

I would also like to share a video clip. It was a short one and made specially for “Life Matters” Expo to showcase one of SHC’s activities, at Suntec City where SHC participated. In this video clip, one may see the many familiar faces, some have gone, some are still around and some have MIA.

Pickleball – Let’s Play This Sport Together

My name is Eric Leow, a new member to this Club.

I am playing pickleball for the last year and there are players who are playing this for the last 20 odd years. Many players across all skill-level have claimed that it would be “very hard” to stop playing the game, with some saying that they are “very determined” to continue playing.

Briefly pickleball is a hybrid of Badminton, Tennis and Table-tennis, a three in one game, played with a wooden, graphic, or composite paddles and a perforated plastic ball. It can be played on a normal Badminton court or on any hard surface. The net is lowered to 3 ft high.

If you find badminton, tennis or squash too strenuous for you, then pickleball is an excellent introductory game. It is very easy to learn and is quickly played and enjoyed by everyone, men, women, children and benefiting people at all ages. It is a low cost game. Badminton courts are easily available in our CC or sports hall. All you need is to buy the paddles and balls.

From my personal experience, I found that most pickleball clubs do not want to take in new players who have not play this game before.

I know the organizer of a pickleball club, and I think I should be able to convince him to recruit new players. Subject to SHCians expression of interest, I am considering to introduce pickleball and EO this sports here.

If this is on, it would be on every Tues and Thurs 9.30am to 12.30pm. However, if the CC required the use the hall for activities then that session will be cancelled.

You just need to get your own paddle, and contribute towards the purchase of balls. Not to worry about the amount, it is very affordable. It is about $3-$4 per month.

The place is in the vicinity of Hougang.

Expression of interest:

1. Eric (already playing)
2. Jassmine Teo
3. Ann Giri
4. Kristy Quek
5. Jacqueline Wong
6. Frisna Tan
7. Julian Mok
8. Peter Goh

Activity posted on behalf of Eric Leow by Yew Kwong

Silver Infocomm Day 2013 (aks SID) from 21 to 29 Sep 2013

Chinese Ad

English Ad

This is not an advertisement for another organisation but merely information for those who are keen to continue learning Infocomm Technology (IT) subjects. Each year, IDA will hold SID in the 3rd or 4th quarter of the year. People who are aged 50 and above are their targets. During this period, IT subjects relevant to today’s living are conducted at various centres like Polythenic and ITE. Subjects on various topics are offered at very cheap rates of $10 per session of 3 hrs (hope I remember correctly). Besides these offered subjects, participants can also participate in seminar and talks to enhance learning and get to know IT matters better.

2D1N @ Ramunia Beach Resort, Pengarang from 24 to 25 August 2013

Hi guys

We are going to have great fun times once again.

Itinerary :

Sat, 24 Aug :
6.15 to 6.30 am – collect rented bikes from Changi Village bike shop
6.45 am – rest who have their own bikes meet up at Changi Ferry Terminal Point
7.15 am – board ferry to depart for Pengarang
8.30 am – reach Tg Pengilih ferry terminal and ride to Sg Rengit for breakfast
– ride to Ramunia Beach Resort to check in
– games
1.00 am – ride to Sg Rengit for lunch
– games/swimming/walk by the beach
– evening (choice of packet cooked dishes or BBQ for dinner @ Resort)

Sun, 25 Aug :
– ride to fishing village outside Resort for breakfast
– games/swimming/walk by the beach/ride to Desaru
12.30 pm – pack up n ride to Sg Rengit for lunch
– shopping after lunch
– ride to Tg Pengilih ferry terminal for departure for SG @ 3.30 pm

1. Cost for accommodation will be announced later once info are gathered.
2. Ferry charges : $24 per person for 2 ways exclude $4 for bike transport (total per chartered ferry = $288 based on 12 persons max). If number is less than 12, the cost will be shared equally.
3. Bike rental will be $20 (if no change as per last trip) excluding rented helmet.
4. Please register if keen to go for booking of chalet. Min number to go : 10 persons.
5. Closing date : 18 May 2013.
6. Subsequent changes to date, etc will be announced promptly.
7. This event is opened to SHC members, their friends n associates.

Yew Kwong
Event Co-Ordinator

Who are going –
Cyclists
1. Yew Kwong
2. Tan Siew Hoon
3. Gladys Tan
4. Freddie Tan
5. Kristen Leong
6. Karen Thio
7. Irene Seet
8. Andrew Yeung
9. Ann Giri
10. Dan Huang
Non Cyclists
1. Susan CH Tan
2. Ann Lim
3. Christina Chan
4. Esther Mok (friend)
5. Evon Lim (friend)
6. Irene Poh
7. Peri Liew
8. Teresa Seow
9. Anne Chee
10. Lilian Teo
11. Adeline Chow
12. Carol Chow (frenz).

2D1N @ Pengarang/Senang Mahibah Resort – 24-25 Sep 2011

Hi guys

If u remember, we had a memorable stay at Pengarang/Ramunia Beach Resort in Oct 2010. The fun, laughters, food, kamponng games n the cycling around kept us talking so much of a comeback. This time we will be staying at another resort after Ramunia Beach Resort n Army Camp. Now we are preparing for action.

Date : 24-25 Sep 2011

Location : Senang Mahibah Resort in Pengarang

Accommodation : 2 or 4 paxs chalets

Price : Not known yet till recce

Meals : Breakfast @ RM4.50 n lunch/dinner @ RM7.00 are available

Distance : Jetty – Sg Rengit (17 km) – Resort (6 km)

If you are keen, we would like u to put your names here. Booking of chalets will take place probably next month after recce. This will follow by collection of fees upon confirmation.

Yew Kwong (Event Organiser) assisted by Boon Liang

Attendance :

  1. Yew Kwong
  2. Boon Liang
  3. Tian Soo (single room)
  4. Daisy Yeo
  5. Steven Ng
  6. Charles Chua
  7. Ivan Lim (single bed)
  8. Janie Leong
  9. Ah Nee
  10. Anna Seet
  11. Bira
  12. Dave
  13. Steven Chan
  14. Susan Tan
  15. James Tan
  16. Mike Tay
  17. Lily Ho (by car)
  18. Andrew Yeung (by car)
  19. Sockie (by car)
  20. Dolly Lim (by car)
  21. Sam Goh (by car)
  22. Janet Chan (by cab @ Tg Pengilih jetty)
  23. Irene Seet (by cab @ Tg Pengilih jetty)

Maximum number of participants will be pegged at 30. Once the number is reached or after the chalets are booked, we shall close the registration.

Cycling at East Coast Park on Sat, 15 Jan 2011

Hi there! Cycling enthusiasts

  • Route – 7.5 km one way : Mc >NSRCC
  • 4.00 pm: Meet at McDonald Restaurant, East Coast Parkway, Marine Cove.
  • 4.30 pm: Proceed to rent bicycle at Coastal Recreation (bike rental kiosk). Bike rental at special rate for  SHC members, cost $5

  • 4.45 pm: Flag off for cyclists

  • 6.30-7.00 pm: All cyclists assemble at bike rental kiosk to return bikes.
  • 7.00 pm: Dinner time…….

    TQ, Cycling Group (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n YK)

    Who are coming –

    1. YK
    2. Lily
    3. Dolly
    4. John Howe
    5. Yatsing
    6. Debbie Oh
    7. Ah Nee

Cycling at East Coast Park on Saturday, 20 Nov 2010

Hi there! Cycling enthusiasts

We are back after a month’s break. This session we will have 2 rides, long and normal. Long ride provides opportunites for those who want to do more to go places.

1) Long Ride – It’s cancelled as lead cyclist has impt appt to attend. 

2) Normal Ride –

  • Route – 7.5 km one way : Mc >NSRCC
  • 4.00 pm: Meet at McDonald Restaurant, East Coast Parkway, Marine Cove.
  • 4.30 pm: Proceed to rent bicycle at Coastal Recreation (bike rental kiosk). Bike rental at special rate for  SHC members, cost $5

  • 4.45 pm: Flag off for cyclists

  • 6.30-7.00 pm: All cyclists assemble at bike rental kiosk to return bikes.

  • 7.00 pm: Dinner time……..

    TQ, Cycling Group (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n Yew Kwong)

    Who Are Coming –

    1. Yew Kwong 
    2. Ah Nee 
    3. Lily 
    4. Dolly 
    5. John towkay
    6. Henry Y
    7. Carly (ride – maybe / kopi / din)
    8. Debbie O
    9. Anna S
    10. Thomas G
    11. Nor
    12. Lai Fong
    13. Susan T
    14. James T
    15. Abu Bakar
    16. any more riders….????

Cycling at Sentosa on Sat, 21 Aug 10

Itinerary :

A. Members with own bikes
1.25 p.m. Meet at Entrance of Vivo City
1.35 p.m. Cycle to Siloso Beach bicycle rental kiosk

B. Members wish to rent bikes
2.00 p.m. Meet at Gogreen Cycle & Island Explorer bicycle rental kiosk to rent bikes

C. All members
2.15 p.m. Roll off to cycle around and explore Sentosa

Bicycle Rental Kiosk –

Operating hours – 9.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m.

Rental rates –
1st hour – $12
2nd hour – $8
Full day rental – $40

The bicycle rental kiosk is within 10 min walking distance from SHC’s party venue.

Location map –
Bicycle rental kiosk –
http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/2156/sentosasilosobeachbicyc.jpg

Vivo City –
http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/9808/vivocitylocation1.jpg
http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/3806/vivocityopenspacenentra.jpg

Sentosa’s Entrance Fee only – S$2 (be you walk, run, crawl, swim or cycle. other mode of transport will include partial entrance fee)

SHC’s cycling group : Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily and YK

Who are cycling –

  1. YK (Vivo)
  2. Boon Liang (Vivo)
  3. Ah Nee
  4. Audrey Cheong (Vivo)
  5. Anna Seet
  6. Rene Leong (Vivo)

1 Day Cycling to Pengarang on Sat, 28 Aug 10

Cycling to Sungai Rengit, Pengarang on Sat, 28 Aug 10

Ride is confirmed if there are at least 10 participants otherwise it will be cancelled. This is to facilitate charter of ferry so that we don’t have to spend hours queuing for ferry to and fro.

Pengarang, Malaysia
A good opportunity for newbies (even if you just can ride) who want to get a first taste of riding in Malaysia amidst light traffic. It’s never the same compare with your usual cycling at PCN (Park Connector) and on the roads in Singapore.One-way distance is 17km. Total 34km. As you cycle, you will enjoy the scenic countryside, almost empty road, roadside stalls selling drinks and fruits, friendly villages waving their hands to cheer you on and the aromatic fresh air.

Itinerary :

7.30 a.m. : Collect rented bicycles from bicycle shop at Changi Village (for those who are renting).
8.00 a.m. : Assemble at Changi Ferry Terminal Point and hand in all passports for recording purpose.
8.30 a.m. : Ferry leaves Changi Village for Tanjong Pengilih Ferry Terminal in Pengarang.
9.30 a.m. : Arrive at Tanjong Pengilih Ferry Terminal. Pass through immigration check.
9.40 a.m. : Take group photo and cycle to Sungai Rengit.
11.00 a.m. : Arrive at Sungai Rengit and have light refreshments.
11.30 a.m. : Sightsee Chinese Temple and Ostrich Farm (optional).
1.30 p.m. : Lunch at Sungai Rengit Seafood Restaurant.
2.15 p.m. : Shop for local produce. Ride to Tanjong Pengilih Ferry Terminal.
3.30 p.m. : Depart for Singapore.
4.30 p.m. : Arrive at Changi Ferry Point Terminal. Home Sweet Home.

Map of Changi Village – Bus Boarding/Alighting Point, Hawker Centre, Bike Rental Shop & Ferry Terminal

http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/8504/changivillage.jpg

Costs
A.        Ferry & Bike Transport
1.         Maximum Capacity : 13 persons
2.         Return ferry, $117 x 2 = $234/10 persons = $23.40 = $24 rounded up to nearest $.
3.         Return bike transport fee = $2 x 2 = $4.
4.         Total : $28
5.         Last minute cancellation still pays $24 for ferry.
(Note : we may have to queue for ferry (going) as chartered ferry usually leaves at 7 to 7.15 a.m. Just hope we are lucky).

B.         Bicycle & Helmet Rental
1.         Bicycle @ $10 & helmet @ $5 for whole day.

C.        Food & Miscellaneous Spending
1.         MYR50 for seafood lunch
2.         MYR50 and more if you need to buy local produceWhat to bring
1.         Your passport, validity must be 6 months and above from date of departure.
2.         S$28 exact change.
3.         Spare tubes and pumps if you are using your own bicycles.
4.         Gloves and helmets.
5.         Sunblock lotion.
6.         Hats, sun glasses and shades.
7.         Water bottles filled with water.
8.         Rain coat or poncho.

Yew Kwong
Event Coordinator

Confirmed participants :

  1. YK
  2. YK’s friend (rent bike)
  3. Karen Thio (rent bike)
  4. Andrew Thio (rent bike)
  5. Susan Tan (rent bike + helmet)
  6. Bira (rent bike)
  7. James Tan (rent bike + helmet)
  8. Lai Fong (rent bike + helmet)
  9. June Koh (rent bike)
  10. Sockie (rent bike)
  11. Dolly Lim (rent bike)
  12. Steven Ng (rent bike)
  13. Janet Chan
  14. Daisy Yeo (rent bike – maybe)
  15. Kristin Leong (rent bike)
  16. Lai Fong’s friend (rent bike + helmet)
  17. Steven Chan (rent bike)
  18. Steven’s relative (rent bike + helmet)
  19. Boon Liang
  20. Ivan (rent bike)
  21. Audrey Cheong
  22. Mabel Choi (bike + helmet)
  23. YK’s friend
  24. YK’s friend
  25. YK’s friend
  26. Alex Chan & (bike)
  27. Catherine Lim (bike)
  28. June Tan (bike)
  29. Charles Chua
  30. Helen Chiew (bike)

Cycling for Jul & Aug 2010

1. Sat, 17 Jul 10 – no cycling

2. Sat, 21 Aug 10 – cycling in Sentosa (coincides with monthly gathering)

Cyclists must bring their own bikes. Not sure if there is bike rental in Sentosa.

Meet at open space outside Vivo City at 2 p.m. Registration is required.

3. Sat, 28 Aug to Sun 29 Aug 10 – Pengarang (choice of 1 nite stay)

Refer to below for details. Option – 1 nite stay

Meet at Changi Ferry Point Terminal (same place as departure by bumboat to Pulau Ubin) at 8 a.m. Depart for Pengarang at 8.15 a.m. sharp. Registration is required.

Specially caters for 1st time cyclists to Malaysia. Others are welcome to join.

Restricts to 1 boat of 13 or whatever confirmed number. Cost of charter will be shared out. Normal charge : $9 per person. Bike fee : $2 per bike.

PENGARANG

It’s an area at the southeastern tip of Johor, to the south of Desaru. The name is usually used to cover the dock and immigration post at Pengarang, the village of Kampong Pengilih and the town of Sungai Rengit.

Going there by boat
Sungei Rengit is 17km from Tanjong Pengilih Ferry Terminal, the landing point where you arrive by ferry from Singapore.
Bumboats shuttle from Singapore’s Changi Point Ferry Terminal to Pengarang from 7am in the morning, first ferry service to 4pm in the afternoon, last ferry service. The journey takes about an hour and costs $9 per person, plus $2 for a bicycle.

Sightseeing
Pengarang was the site of a major WW2-era British coastal battery. The part of it at Pengilih, right next to the immigration point, is open to the public but in a state of nature, with no trails, signs, etc.
Chinese temples are quite common sight. There is one particular one which houses a large Goddess of Mercy guarding its entrance.
There is also an Ostrich Farm, one you don’t get to see in Singapore breeding about 300 ostriches. For a small price, you get to taste ostrich egg, satay, soup and meat.

Bicycle rental
Will rent them from bicycle shop at Changi Village @ S$10 for whole day. Helmets, good if u have your own otherwise will rent them at $?.

What to buy
Chinese pastries in are popular souvenirs. Many people are tempted to bring home in quantities.

Eating
Many popular Chinese restaurants serving delicious seafood offer mouth-watering signature dishes. There are also the nightly food stalls selling crunchy Ramly burgers, and irresistible char kuey teow.

Staying overnight
Hotels here may not be your best but are fine just for resting for the night. MYR30 per person on twin/triple sharing.

Cycling Team – Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily & YK

 

 

Cycling Trips Coming Your Way

1. 28 Aug to 29 Aug – Sungei Rengit, Pengarang

Distance : 2 ways x 17km (via return ferry)

This is a trip for those who want a first experience cycling on Malaysian road amidst light traffic and to enjoy the scenic countryside view with option to stay one night.

More info : http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Asia/Malaysia/Negeri_Johor/Kampung_Sungai_Rengit-1280860/TravelGuide-Kampung_Sungai_Rengit.html

2. 10 Sep to 12 Sep – Mersing

Distance : 160km minimum (via return ferry)

This is a trip for those who dare to challenge themselves under the hot weather to cycle on rolling terrain.

More info : http://www.mersing.com/

3. 15 Oct to 17 Oct – Bintan (Tour de Bintan 2010)

Distance : 155km minimum (via return ferry)

This is a race event but cycling under non-competitive category “Recreational”. The ride will take you through villages and scenic countryside amidst hot weather and rolling terrain.

More info : http://www.tourdebintan.com/

If you are keen or interested, would like to receive your responses and questions for better coordination and making necessary arrangement. Updates will be posted accordingly.

YK (EC)

Cycling on Sat, 19 Jun 10

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marina Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park). Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor 2 turn into chitchat session.

We will go dinner together after the session. Please come n join us.

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there for U. Look forward to see u guys.

Our Usual Program –

4.00 – 4.30 p.m. : Gather for chitchating, if possible inside aircon McDonald Rest.

4.30 p.m. : Proceed to bike rental kiosk, Coastal Recreation, to rent bikes. Rental Cost is between $5-$6 unless fuel surcharge is imposed, the cost may be bit higher.

4.30 – 6.30 p.m. : Cycling around East Coat Park (distance abt 6 to 8km). There will not be any learning sesssion.

6.30 – 7.00 p.m. : All cyclists ride back to start point to return bikes n go for dinner at nearby food joints.

Cycling Team : Ah Nee, Douglas Chan, Jade Phua, Lily Ho and Yew Kwong

Who are coming –

  1. Yew Kwong
  2. Ah Nee
  3. Lily Ho
  4. Douglas Chan
  5. Frisna Tan
  6. Irene Poh
  7. Pauline Ho
  8. Goh Ah Lam
  9. Andrew Thio
  10. Lydia Chin
  11. Ivan Lim 
  12. Christina Pan
  13. Anna Seet
  14. John Howe
  15. Dolly Lim
  16. Caroline Gee
  17. Veronique Lee
  18. Tricia Har
  19. Bobby Bok
  20. Rene Leong
  21. Henry Yip

Cycling on Sat, 17 Apr 10

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marina Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park). Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor 2 turn into chitchat session.

We will go dinner together after the session. Please come n join us.

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there for U. Look forward to see u guys.

Our Usual Program –

  • 4.00 – 4.30 p.m. : Gather for chitchating, if possible inside aircon McDonald Rest.
  • 4.30 p.m.            : Proceed to bike rental kiosk, Coastal Recreation, to rent bikes. Rental Cost is between $5-$6 unless fuel surcharge is imposed, the cost may be bit higher.
  • 4.30 – 6.30 p.m. : Cycling around East Coat Park (distance abt 6 to 8km).
  • There will not be any learning sesssion. 
  • 6.30 – 7.00 p.m. : All cyclists ride back to start point to return bikes n go for dinner at nearby food joints.

Who are coming –

  1. Yew Kwong
  2. Lily
  3. Ah Nee
  4. Douglas
  5. Dolly
  6. Irene Poh
  7. Susan Chang
  8. Ronald Lam
  9. Marg Tian
  10. Ivan Lim
  11. Paul Kong
  12. Lisa Ong
  13. Nina Choo
  14. Pearl Goh
  15. Lam
  16. Rose White
  17. Anna Seet
  18. Steven Chan (dinner only)
  19. Pauline Ho
  20. James Tan
  21. Susan Tan
  22. Steven Ng
  23. Bira
  24. Judy Lim
  25. John Howe
  26. Dan Huang
  27. Joy Chuang

Click here for photos

Cycling Goes to Pulau Ubin on Sat, 20 March 2010

Our first ride for 2010, we will be riding on Pulau Ubin. We hope to catch a glimpse of "tiger" which we heard swamed across the straits from Johore, was spotted on the island last month. Hopefully we get to taste the tiger meat too if it’s available.

This outing is opened to all SHC members, cyclists and non cyclists. For the non-cyclists, I will bring you around the island to explore on foot. 

Time & Place to Meet : 8 a.m. at Changi Ferry Point Terminal, Changi Village. This is the same place where you catch the ferry to Pengerang and Pulau Ubin except that you don’t need to bring along passport.

Lunch : 1 p.m. at restaurant near Pulau Ubin Jetty.

Bike Rental : We will rent the bikes from bike shop at Pulau Ubin.

Things to bring –

  • Money for food, water and bike rental
  • Poncho, sun block lotion/cream and insect repellent
  • Hat/cap, helmet (if you are cycling), sun shade/glass, camera and binocular
  • Extra clothing for changing if you need

Please register here –

  1. Yew Kwong (EO cum walk the walkists) 
  2. Douglas (Lead Cyclist)
  3. Boon Liang (Safety Cyclist)
  4. Ivan Lim (if weather permits)
  5. Ah Nee
  6. Daisy Yeo
  7. Daniel Ong
  8. Tim
  9. Steven Chan
  10. Steven Ng
  11. Lily
  12. Frisna Tan
  13. Jass Teo (walking)
  14. Lawrence Lee &
  15. Jessie Lee
  16. Lim Beng Teik
  17. Janet Chan (join half-time)
  18. Rene Leong
  19. Dan &
  20. Joy
  21. Rose
  22. Ronald Lam
  23. James &
  24. Susan
  25. Sai Geok
  26. Jane Ong
  27. Gingko
  28. Kristen Leong
  29. Margaret LimSeah
  30. Irene Poh

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there.

SHC’s Cycling Group

CYCLE@NITE , Cashew Night Cycling 2010 on Sat, 30th Jan

Hi Guys

A few of us have signed up for this event. If u are keen or perhaps never experience nite cycle, please sign up online. When done, please drop me an email to inform me so that that I can request organiser to put u 2gether in our group.

More info here : http://cashewnightcycling.blogspot.com/

Who have signed up :

  1. YK (EC)
  2. Boon Liang
  3. Janet
  4. Eileen
  5. Rene
  6. Alicia
  7. Mike
  8. Grace

Cycling for Jan – Mar 2010

Here is the schedule –

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 – no activity so members can keep their legs in good shape to dance at cabaret nite

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 – no activity as members will be cycling at home to bring down the "extras"

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 – cycling at Pulau Ubin (more info will be coming nearer to date)

We the cycling group wish each n every member a very happy 2010.

Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n YK

Cycling In Dec 09

1) There will not be monthly cycling on 19 Dec 09.

2) A ride to mark CountDown 2010 will take place on 31 Dec 09. There will be 2 starting points, one from McDonald, East Coast Park n the other, Paya Lebar Kovan CC. The ending point will be Henderson Waves where a picnic n watching fireworks will take place on the bridge. Those intend to join but cant cycle or dont own bicycles are welcome. You have to make your way to destination.

Final : 1 n only starting point from McDonald, East Coast Park

More info will be posted in the coming. SHC Cycling Group

Who are coming :

  1. YK
  2. Boon Liang
  3. Eileen
  4. Karen
  5. Joyce
  6. Molly
  7. Janet
  8. Rose
  9. Patsy
  10. Grace

Learning Microsoft Excel – Sat, 14 & 21 Nov 09

In May 2008, SHC collaborated with YWCA to conduct learning sessions on computer for its members. At the same time, SHC members can participate in these learning sessions.

In the coming weeks, our member, Mr Chan Kwong Wah will be conducting Microsoft Excel 2007 (beginner) –

Date : Sat, 14 & 21 Nov 09

Time : 10 am to 12 pm

Venue : YWCA, Outram Road Centre

No of Sessions : 2 (Parts 1 & 2)

Fees : $12 (for 2 sessions)

YK (EC)

p/s : we need minimum 8 participants to start the session otherwise it will be cancelled

Max intake : 12. YWCA : 6 persons registered. SHC : 6. 

  1. Patrick Lee S J
  2. Susan Tan Seok Wah
  3. Thomas Lau

Class is now full. Interested members please wait for next class tba. Thank you.

Rides on 2 Wheels – More Coming Your Way

Besides the scheduled monthly rides on 3rd Sat of each month, here are more rides planned for those who wish to ride more and far.

Rides for Sep 2009 to Feb 2010 –

Monthly

  1. Sat, 19 Sep 09
  2. Oct 09 – No ride due to Deepvali
  3. Sat, 21 Nov 09
  4. Dec 09 – No ride due to long year-end school holidays
  5. Sat, 16 Jan 10
  6. Feb 10 – No ride due to Chinese New Year

Ad-Hoc

  1. Sat, 24 Oct 09 – Round Island 120km
  2. Sat, 28 Nov 09 – Desaru (may stay overnite if responses are gd)
  3. Thu, 31 Dec 09 to Fri, 1 Jan 10 – CountDown Ride from ECP to Henderson Waves 
  4. Sat, 23 Jan 10 – Kota Tinggi (may stay overnite if responses are gd)
  5. TBA Feb 2010 – Ride to Eco Farm & Other Farms in Lim Chu Kang
  6. TBA – Immigration Ride from ECP to Tuas CheckPoint

Monthly Cycling on Sat, 15 Aug 09 cum BBQ

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marina Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park). Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor 2 turn into chitchat session.

We will go straight to chalet for BBQ together after the session. Pls come n join us.

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there 4 U. Look forward 2 seeing u guys.

Our Usual Program –

  • 4.00 – 4.30 p.m. : Gather 4 chitchating, if possible inside aircon McDonald Rest.
  • 4.30 p.m.            : Proceed 2 bike rental kiosk, Coastal Recreation, 2 rent bikes. Rental Cost is between $5-$6 unless fuel surcharge is imposed, the cost may be bit higher.
  • 4.30 – 6.30 p.m. : Cycling around East Coat Park.
  • Douglas leads passion riders up to Changi Village (start off at 3 pm n distance abt 30km+)  
  • Lily leads standard distance cyclists around ECP (distance abt 6 to 8km).
  • There will not be any learning sesssion. 
  • Jade leads slow cyclists.
  • 6.30 – 7.00 p.m. : All cyclists ride back 2 start point 2 return bikes n go 2 chalet 4 BBQ.

Our Special Program –

  • June Lim had coordinated n rented a Chalet to hold a BBQ for all the cyclists (non-cycling members are also welcome to join).
  • Those coming to the BBQ shall share the rental of chalet (sea-facing) $188, BBQ pit wif wire mesh, 3kg charcoal, firestarter n lighter @ $30 (will rent 2 pits if more than 10 pax come for the BBQ) n 1 chair @ $2 (will rent more chairs if more than 10 pax).
  • Attendees can opt 2 bring own food or share the cost of food for BBQ.
  • U can stay overnite if choose to. No extra cost.
  • Location of chalet : Goldkist Beach Resort, Block G. 20 min leisure walk from McDonald.
  • Grand Lucky Draw Prize : Complimentary breakfast for 2 at the cafe on Sun morning.

TQ, Cycling Group (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n Yew Kwong)

Members Who Are Coming (Pls also indicate if u are attending the BBQ, bring own food or share food cost) –

  1. Yew Kwong (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  2. Lily (BBQ – share food cost)
  3. Douglas (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  4. June Lim (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  5. Norlinda (Cycling)
  6. Dan (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  7. Joy (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  8. Tim (BBQ – share food cost)
  9. Dolly (BBQ – share food cost)
  10. Boon Liang (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  11. Janet Chan (Cyvling + BBQ – share food cost)
  12. Veronique (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  13. Bira (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  14. Nina Choo (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)
  15. Sockie (Cycling – maybe + BBQ – share food cost, overnite stay)
  16. Eyvonne Chew (BBQ – share food cost)
  17. Karen Thio (Cycling)
  18. Joyce Tan (Cycling)
  19. Daniel Ong (Cycling)
  20. Steven Chan (Cycling + BBQ – share food cost)

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Rumours 4 U

Hi All

Last week’s cycling session hd been a fruitful one. Some of us (those who hd sat at the round table) chatted n came out wif a refreshing idea. Now we see the birth of Rumours Group. What is all this "Group" about? Objective is 2 bring u the latest "Rumour" in SHC. No prize 4 guessing subject n source of reference.

Criteria :

1) Source : from SHC’s members

2) Reference : SHC’s events, people or anything u can find in SHC.

1st rumour : One member is pregnant n will give birth of National Day, 8 Aug 09.

YK

P/s : Sorry, my round table fellows, got this up late instead of Sat’s nite.  

 

 

Active Ageing Carnival 2009 from 20-21 Jun 09 Suntec City

Event : Active Ageing Carnival 2009 (For Seniors)

Venue : Suntec City Mall

Date : Sat 20 – Sun 21 Jun 09 (11 am to 9 pm)

More Info : http://activeageingfestival.com.sg/

This Carnival since 2007 encourages active ageing lifestyle among seniors including young seniors.

What U Get : enjoy many games, stage performances, goodie bags and lucky draws just meant for seniors over the two days

Highlights :

  1. Disco Night on 20 Jun 09 – Dance n sing wif Rahimah Rahim, Vernon Cornelius, Matthew and the Mandarins and many more at the Fountain of Wealth
  2. Father n Son Lookalike Contest on 21 Jun 09 – Prizes await u if u have the right carbon copies

Of course, I will be there as a volunteer at one of the booths. Come n spot me. Anyway no prize but hugs 4 the gals n kisses 4 the guys. 

Monthly Cycling on Sat, 20 Jun 09 East Coast Park

Sat, 20 Jun 09 from 4 p.m. at East Coast Park

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marina Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park). Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor 2 turn into chitchat session.

We will go for dinner together after the session at the nearby hawker centre. Pls come n join us.

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there 4 U. Look forward 2 seeing u guys.

Our Usual Program –

  • 4.00 – 4.30 p.m. : Gather 4 chitchating, if possible inside aircon McDonald Rest.
  • 4.30 p.m.            : Proceed 2 bike rental kiosk, Coastal Recreation, 2 rent bikes. Rental Cost is between $5-$6 unless fuel surcharge is imposed, the cost may be bit higher.
  • 4.30 – 6.30 p.m. : Cycling around East Coat Park.
  • Douglas leads passion riders up to Changi Village (start off at 3 pm n distance abt 30km+)  
  • Lily leads standard distance cyclists around ECP (distance abt 6 to 8km).
  • As Jade may not be available, there will not be any learning sesssion. 
  • Slow cyclists will taken care of.
  • 6.30 – 7.00 p.m. : All cyclists ride back 2 start point 2 return bikes n go 4 dinner.

TQ, Cycling Group (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n Yew Kwong)

Members Who Are Coming –

  • Lily
  • Ah Nee
  • Susan Chang
  • Lina Ng
  • Norlinda
  • Molly Chua
  • Rene
  • Chin Boon
  • John Howe
  • Dolly
  • Daniel Ong
  • Veronique
  • Grace Kok
  • Gingko
  • Daisy Yeo
  • Boon Liang
  • Douglas
  • Pan YuYing
  • Eileen Thean
  • Margaret Tian
  • Shirleen Kao

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Cycling activities for Jun & Jul 09

For your info only :

Monthly Cycling – Sat, 20 Jun 09

Spore Event,  National Runway Cycling & Skating 2009 – Sun, 21 Jun 09, Paya Lebar Air Base

Outbound Cycling – Sat, 6 Jun 09, Desaru (tag along wif another group)

Monthly Cycling – Sat, 18 Jul 09

Outbound Cycling – Sat, 4 Jul 09, Kota Tinggi with overnite stay (SHC’s group)

Pls note :

Outbound cycling will set off from CV (Changi Village’s jetty) at 7 a.m. Prefer you have your own bike otherwise will pre-arrange. Helmet, front n rear blinker lights are compulsory. Pls carry your own spare tube X 2 (make sure u get the correct fit). Tools, tire lever n pump not necessary except M$ and water for your own use.

YK