Month: March 2010

Laugther Exercise, Tuesday, 27 April 8 pm – 9 pm, Geylang Serai Community Club

Dear SHC members
Please register here if you are interested to join the Laughter exercise, Tuesday, 27 April 8 pm to 9 pm at Geylang Serai CC, lst floor, dance studio. I will be there too.
20 Mins of laughter exercise is equivalent to 2 hour of brisk walking. It helps to improve your immuse system and keep you healthy.
Laugther exercise is every last Tuesday of the month.
Take a MRT train to Paya Lebar MRT. Walk 10 to 15 mins towards Lion City Hotel, you will see Haig Road and walk straight to Geylang Serai CC.
Please register here if you are interested.
Sylvia Ang EO
  1. Sylvia Ang (EC)
  2. Henry Yip
  3. Jeslyn Kwang
  4. Alice Seah
  5. Angie Ng
  6. Tang Yat Sing
  7. Stephen Low
  8. Bira

Encouraging more men to join SHC

I can really get excited over anything.  Some of you do know that I have always wanted to increase the male population of SilverHairsClub.  I can only say we have been moderately successful.  When I ask around for assistance, the response is "This is very normal iin all social functions in Singapore.  There will always be more ladies than men."  This Post may be provocative, but I think this is a serious issue that require some attention.  emoticon

There can be many reasons. 

1.  The women are very domineering, and this frightens off the men.  As such, men dare  not participate, better let the ladies take the lead. 

2.  The activities tend to dwell on the social side.  Ladies tend to gather in groups, leaving out the men.  Men prefers to just laze around, watch TV, have a cup of coffee and just watch or just stay at home.

3.  Men still like men activities.

So, let’s not give up the idea of bringing more men into SHC.  Maybe more men should think of more men activities.  This is an exciting topic.  Share your thoughts; but let’s not blast the manly views.  We need to encourage more men to join SHC.  emoticon

Terence Seah

Yunnan & Fujian Trip

hi folks,

just a note to mention that I still have few trips a year to yunnan; for this year April, June and October months.

I am also doing a trip to Fujian and the neighboring taiwan island called Kinsmen Island sometime this year.

Do let me know if you are interested, so that i can give you some proposed itinerary for specific months and season. Or post your queries.

emoticonI am looking for eco free and easy travelers and travelers with interest in business opportunities and community development.

Looking forward to the year 2011

SilverHairsClub has been very successful, in terms of membership and participation.  I think SHC has been an excellent platform for SilverHairs to meet new friends; and obviously I like to see it continue many years into the future.

SHC has many dedicated leaders and many supporters to the same objective.  Take our walking leaders Christina, Charles and Jeffrey.  Then, the never say die cycling EO Yew Kwong.  Their events have been going on for years.  Take Susan Chan, with her dedicatioin to bring in likeminded friends to SHC.  Newer members like Sam Goh with SHC always on hs mind.  Then, there is missing Dolly.

Oh, there are many strong supporters in SHC.  Dan, Ah Nee, Susan, Molly.  JuneL, appearing only on TGIF.  RonW, Dennis, JohnH.  The quieter Ann, Sophia, Mary, ….  As you can see the numbers keep stretching.  SHC runs very much on its own, with EOs and ECs popping up everytime and anytime.  We have been trying to get a Club Manager to keep the club vibrant.  Yeap, a few names surfaced; but many felt the current system works well.  A bit disorganised, not much of a system, but something which I too like.  Very often, we try to be organised; altho I think some disorganisation is great for our minds.  So, as you can see, SHC is just fantastic, and we should not let it slip.

Some of you know I am planning to send my son, accompanied by my wife, to study in Perth next year.  It will be a fact that I will have little time in Singapore.  And of course, little if not no time for SHC.  We therefore need to think of how to let SHC continue, without letting it slip.  You will be surprised that there are more members than you know or have seen in SHC.  Perhaps, they are shy, or waiting to join us some days in the activities.  I will still continue to particpate, on a limited time.  In fact, I have a time line of end Dec 2010.

If you can do some thing for SHC, speak up.  Tell us how you would be able to lead SHC to the next level.  Let’s give ourselves early June 2010 to decide how we can proceed.  The new leader or team will have full executive decisions over SilverHairsClub and SilverHairsClub.com.

Terence Seah

Nominations for Club Manager:

  1. Dan Huang
  2. KK Loh
  3. Susan Chan
  4. Robert Quek
  5. Ah Nee

Only Individual membership to the SilverHairsClub

The SilverHairsClub is for Singaporeans, over 45.  The taboos on activities and discussions of the club are "No politics, sex, religion, race, direct selling and MLM".  Its objective is to provide a platform for SHCians to meet new and more friends.

From time to time, we get requests from expatriates and PRs to join SHC.  The answer is we will exercise discretion, and membership is subject to our approval.

It is important to note that only individuals are allowed to join this virtual but real social club.  In other words, corporations or companies or external organisations are not allowed to join SHC.  Corporations cannot be represented by a member, altho members may be part of that organisation.

As this is a "free to join" club, advertising is not permitted on the forum and during club activities.  Therefore, we do not support promoting external organsiations.  There are requests from members to promote external organisations or sell products.  I am reviewing this but unfortunately, I have not found a solution to meet such requests.  Basically, we do not have the human resources.

However, SHC has always been very open to members who are entrepreneurial, runs their own business and able to provide handy men services.  Some degree of mention of what you do will be accepted on this forum. Again, external organisations are not permitted to be mentioned here.

Here are some examples of what can be accepted on this forum:

  1. You are attending a sales talk at ABC company.  You may invited other members to join you.
  2. You are the owner of XYZ flower shop, and you can offer flowers at discounts of 10% to members.
  3. You provide PC fixing services, and would like members to know.  You may mention this in  your profile when you introduce yourself to fellow members.
  4. You can organise activities at BBB karaoke, and invite members to participate. This is acceptable, as long as you are attending.

Here are some examples of what would not be accepted on this forum:

  1. You put up news that there is a sales or service available at ABC company.  ABC company does not belong to you.
  2. You are a member of HHH club, and you like other members to join.  You would like to put up some advertising.  We do not promote external organsiations.
  3. You read some news in the newspapers about a company offering health products.  You would like to copy this information for other members.

Some of you have expressed disappointment and even anger at this rules.  I am not so sure how to handle this.  SHC does not have a management or a committee.  We are unable to monitor or keep track of all activities and going-ons.  So, a simple set of rules is sufficient.

If in doubt, feel free to write to me.  You are free to express your views and comments here too.

Terence Seah

Terence Seah 

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

SHC monthly gathering, Thurs 18 Mar 2010

I guess some of you are missing the monthly gathering.  So, I have set Wed 17 March 2010 Thurs 18 March 2010 as the date for the next gathering.  The place is likely to be at Hans Cafe, Great Eastern building.  Time: 4pm to 9pm.  No entrance charge, but you can pick up any beverage or food at the counter.

What I would suggest is that groups wishing to meet for different events or activities can do so on the same date and time and place.

If you have a name tag, please bring it along.  If not, you can use one of the sticky labels provided when you register.

Please keep this date in your diary.  I shall come back with more details at a later date.

Terence Seah

Registration List:

  1. Terence Seah
  2. Lily Ho – loves dancing.
  3. Kent Chan – loves dancing too.
  4. Andrew Koh -join me if you like crocodile, turtle or snake soup.
  5. Agnes Seow – loves dancing.
  6. Catherine Yeo – Assisting as co-EO as Terence will arrive late.
  7. Yat Sing
  8. Sam Goh – Registration table (team leader)
  9. Sue Chan – if you need to find someone, I may be able to help.
  10. Lai Fong
  11. Richard Wong – Registration list (assistant)
  12. Rosalind Soh
  13. Victor Khor
  14. Sam Soo
  15. Freddie Liew
  16. Gary Ong
  17. Dennis Har
  18. Silas Yeo
  19. June Chin – our TGIF girl.
  20. Hamidah Ishak – just loves line dancing.
  21. Angela Straaten
  22. Ithminah Zainal
  23. Karen Wong
  24. Richard Lim
  25. Richard Kee – join him for the Balut game
  26. Jane Kee- our paper flower origamist.
  27. Doreen Ong
  28. Pat Lee
  29. Alice Seah
  30. Mary Chan
  31. Gwyneth Lee
  32. Maggie Teo – badminton?
  33. Thomas Loh
  34. Irene Poh
  35. Mohana Rao
  36. Ben Foo – join me on online trading discussion.
  37. Boon Liang – cycling lover
  38. Sophia Lim – our cookbook author.
  39. Eileen
  40. Ivan Lim – Bringing his laptop. Join him if you need online help.
  41. Dan Huang – Join him or challenge him on a game of chess.  He is good at it.
  42. Steven Chan – our flower and garden expert
  43. Jennifer Wong
  44. Janet Chan – singer and performer.
  45. Martin Lee
  46. Clara Chay – songs lover
  47. Annie Loh – loves singing too
  48. Sarah Zahriah – great support of SHC events.
  49. Rena Wong
  50. Peggy Ho
  51. Sylvia Ang
  52. Andrew Thio
  53. King Seng Lee – part time photographer
  54. Roger Wong
  55. Ronald Lam
  56. Stephen Low
  57. Irene Cheah
  58. Peter Ter
  59. Kristy &
  60. Robert Quek
  61. Pauline Ho
  62. Cat Koh
  63. Francis M
  64. Thomas Kuan
  65. Jazz Soh
  66. Irene Seet
  67. Doreen Lau
  68. Ronald Wie
  69. Dennis Wee
  70. John Howe
  71. Anne Chee
  72. Kristin Leong
  73. Venika Leong
  74. Rene Leong
  75. Pharis
  76. Margaret Lee
  77. Joseph Kala
  79. Please register.   Do not just walk in.

If you are new to SHC, this is a great excuse to come.  You have to make that effort to join the monthly gathering.

If you are old to SHC, this is a better excuse to come and meet old friends.  Again, you got to make that effort.

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An Enchanting Night at Safra Toa Payoh, 2 Apr, 2010 (FRI) UPDATE

Dear folks

** Kindly make payment to Joy’s POSB Savings Account 159-131645 by 25 Mar 2010.  Thank you!!!

Take note that the event (dinner and Karaoke) is now on 2 Apr 2010, Good Friday. **

We are still waiting for more to join us for a night of fun, dining, singing and dancing. The place was booked solely for us and a minimum pax of 30 is required. Failing to meet this number, we will have no choice but to cancel it.

For Buffet Dinner and happy hours the cost is $26.00 nett for 30 pax. If we hit 40 pax the cost is $25.00 and it will be at $24.00 when we have attendance at 50 pax. The lounge will not charge us extra if we have more than 50 pax.

Those coming for dinner only will be charged $12.00 nett and the minimum number of 25 pax is required. For those coming for the happy hours, the charge will be for $6.00 NETT $12.00, $13.00 or $14.00nett depending on the number of pax attending.

Venue: B Box KTV, 293 Lorong 6, Toa Payoh, Safra Club

http://www.safra.sg/data/resources/docs/TP%20Clubhouse/Map%20TP.jpg

Time: 6.00pm to 7.30pm 6.30pm to 8pm (amended) Buffet Dinner catered by Mouth Restaurant
           (served just outside the lounge)

         6.00pm to 1.00am 6.30pm to 1.00am (amended) Happy hours with free flow of soft drinks

         (Corkage charge at $10 a bottle if we bring our own wine)

Menu:
1. Mouth’s scallion chicken
2. Sauteed sliced pork with ginger onion
3. Sliced fish with lemon sauce
4. Stewed beancurd & minced chicken with chilli sauce
5. Sauteed mixed vegetables with garlic
6. Fried wanton with sweet & sour sauce (replaced fish balls)
7. Healthy fried beehoon
8. Cold/Hot papaya with fungus
9. Deep fried prawn with cereal
10. Hot tea

Registration list :-

  1. Dan – with a bottle of wine (Paid $18)
  2. Joy (Paid $18)
  3. Leong Kim
  4. Maria Tan
  5. Judy Lim (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  6. Irene Poh (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  7. Tim Liu (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  8. Eyvonne Chew (Paid $24/To refund $6)
  9. Maureen Lee (Paid $12)
  10. Marg Tian (Paid $12 for dinner)
  11. Sue Chan (Paid $12 for dinner)
  12. Peter Ter (Paid $12 for dinner)
  13. Karen Thio (Paid $26/Refunded $2/To refund $6)
  14. Anne Chee (Paid $26/To refund $8) Eileen Thean replacing
  15. Andrew Yeung (Paid $18)
  16. Sockie (Paid $18)
  17. Boon Liang (Paid $26/Refunded $2/To refund $6)
  18. Josephine Yap (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  19. Clara Chay (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  20. Janet Chan (Paid $26/Refunded $2/To refund $6)
  21. Rose White (Paid $14 for Karaoke/To refund $8)
  22. Richard Wong (Paid $12 for dinner)
  23. Silas Yeo (Paid $12 for dinner)
  24. Evelyn Yeo (Paid $12 for dinner)
  25. Rene Leong (Paid $26/Refunded $2/To refund $6)
  26. Annie Loh (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  27. Kristin Leong (Paid $26/Refunded $2/To refund $6)
  28. Thomas Loh (Paid $14 for Karaoke/To refund $8)
  29. Lily Ho (Paid $12 for dinner)
  30. Sylvia Ang (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  31. John Howe (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  32. Doreen Ong (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  33. Hamidah (Paid $14 for Karaoke/To refund $8)
  34. Ronald Lam (Paid $26/To refund $8)
  35. Jonson Tan (Dinner and karaoke – not paid)
  36. Robert Quek (Paid $12 for dinner)
  37. Kristy Quek (Paid $12 for dinner)
  38. Bessie Lam (Paid $12 for dinner)
  39. Andrew SP (Paid $12 for dinner)
  40. Clarice (Paid $18)
  41. Kent Chan (Paid $18)
  42. Ann Lim (Paid $18)
  43. Lydia Chin (Dinner and karaoke – not paid)

EOs, Dan and Joy

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Public Health Seminars

There are health seminars organized by hospitals, TV networks and pharmaceutical companies every now and then for the public at a nominal fee (inclusive of refreshments). Unless we happen to come across them or receive news from friends, we might miss what could be very useful information for us. Most of the health seminars have top specialist professionals speaking.

I came across this one and if you’re interested please register directly to the organizer.

http://www.channelnewsasia.com/edm/seminar/index.htm

I hope this will encourage SHC members not only to attend such seminars but also to share with others should they have info on forthcoming HEALTH-RELATED public seminars.

Cheers

Ros

Japan Onsen anyone?

Hi There    emoticon

I am planning a trip to Japan, in particular, visiting traditional onsen (hot spring) and staying in traditional guest house or inn.  Anyone interested in joining me?

This is not going to be the run-of-the-mill kind of package.  It will be rustic and relaxing, visiting quaint little town and villages.  But don’t worry ladies, it does have shopping stops including the famous Ginza & Shinjuku districts in Tokyo.

Tentatively, it is going to be a 6-day trip from 31 March (overnight flight) till 6 April to capitalise on the long weekend.  Cost is about S$2,500 per person twin or triple sharing, and S$3,000 for single.  Expensive huh!  But what the heck – we work so hard for what?  Why shouldn’t we give ourselve a treat once in awhile right?

     emoticon  Lily

An Enchanting Night at Safra Toa Payoh – April 3, 2010 (Sat) (Closed for comments/See update post)

Our next tantalising night since the Sizzling Rock will be held at Toa Payoh. It will be a time for new and old members to meet up for a time to drinks and be merry. A buffet dinner catered by Mouth Restaurant and karoeke session will be included. There is also a pool table available and impromptu dancing are encourage!

We have reserved the whole lounge which can accomodate up to 50 pax.

Venue:   B Box KTV, 293 Lorong 4 Toa Payoh, Safra Club

Time   :   6.00pm to 7.30pm (buffet dinner)/6.00pm to 1.00am (karaoke)

Cost   :   $24.00 nett per pax with free flow of soft drinks and tea.

 (The cost may vary depending on whether we hit attendance on 30, 40 or 50 pax by one dollars)

Closing date:  March 23, 2010.

EOs, Dan & Joy

Registration List:

  1. Dan – with a bottle of wine
  2. Joy
  3. Jane Wong
  4. Leong Kim
  5. Maria Tan
  6. Judy Lim
  7. Irene Poh
  8. Tim and his fish ball
  9. Eyvonne Chew
  10. Maureen Lee
  11. Marg Tian
  12. Sue Chan – Dinner only
  13. Peter – Dinner only
  14. Geraldine Ting – tentative
  15. Look forward to your support emoticon

Come and join me jamming at Paya Lebar Kovan CC on Friday evening (26 Mar 2010)

Dear Friends……..

Come and join me jamming at Paya Lebar Kovan CC on Friday evening (26 Mar 2010)

Calling all dance enthusiasts! Social night at Paya Lebar Kovan CC is right here again……. emoticon

Event Details:
Date: Friday, 26 Mar 2010
Time: 7.00 pm – 10.00 pm
Fee: $3.00 (Mineral water plus Curry Puff or Finger food)
Venue: Paya Lebar Kovan CC (Multi-purpose air-cond Hall)
            Blk. 207, Hougang Street 21

What are we having:
–   Social Dance
–   Line Dance
–   Ballroom Waltz
–   Disco music ………so put on your dancing shoes and move with the beat! Guaranteed 3 hours of fun-filled dancing.

Please made payment to my POSB Savings A/C No: 013-06356-7 

Ah Nee (Event Coordinator)

Those coming are:

Ah Nee (paid)
Lily Ho (paid)
Molly Chua (paid)
Malcolm Chen  (paid)
Thomas Loh (paid)
Susan Tan (paid)
James Tan (paid)
Rene Leong (paid)
Ivan Lim (paid)
Henry Yip
Irene Poh (paid)
Daniel Ong (paid)
Gerry Ong (paid)
James Chan
Yat Sing (paid)
Jane Wong (paid)
Richard Hee
William (paid)
Bill (paid)
Pauline Ho
Sam Goh
Dolly Lim

Anymore coming?   See you soon……

Mar2010: Ulu Pandan Pk Connector, S1

Date: 13th March 2010(Saturday)

Start Time:  4.15pm (approx 2.5hrs)

Meeting point: Ghim Moh, Block 15 (facing Commonwealth Ave West)

Getting there:  
by MRT – Buona Vista MRT Station use Exit A to Ghim Moh Block 15.
by Bus – Bus service nos. 92, 100 & 111.  After the bus turns into Ghim Moh,
alight immediately, walk back ie., against traffic flow (Blk 15 can also been seen from the main road – Commonwealth Ave West).

Leaders:  ChristinaCL Chan and Charles Wee

The Ulu Pandan Park Connector was completed in Oct/Nov 2009.  This
stretch "S1" is covered with greenery which provides a rustic feel.  It runs besides
a canal – Sungei Ulu Pandan canal, that flows into a river – Sungei Pandan.

Do look up among the trees and shrubs; you would probably behold colorful   emoticon
birds eg., the magnificent Purple Neck Heron, Kingfishers, Red-Capped
Woodpeckers or the White Egret; butterflies flitting among the greenery.  

The walkway is well paved and most part of the canal route is generally well
shaded.  It also leads towards the Ayer-Rajah Expressway (AYE) where we
will cross a bridge which was a portion of an abandoned railway.            
The walk will end at IMM Shopping Mall.            emoticon

REGISTER HERE.
1.  Daniel Ong
2. Gerry Ong
3. Ivan Lim
4. Amy Soon
5. Lynn (Wai Lin)
6. Joyce Tan
7. Lee Ah Nee
8. Mary Tan
9. Veronica Wong
10. Bernice Chung
11. Tang Yat Sing
12. Shirley Yeo
13. Linda Chua
14. Maureen Lee
15. Lee Peng Peng
16. Alice Seah
17. Ricky Wong
18. Patricia Wong
19. Jessie Lee
20. Grace Wong
21. Feztus Lim
22. James TanCL
23. Wee Chin
24. Lawrence Khan
25. Thomas Goh
26. Stephen Low
27. Lilian Teo
28. Thomas Lau
29. Richard Wong
30. Helen Kuek
31. Charles Wee
32. ChristinaCL Chan

If you need clarification, drop me an email…  chrischan5575@yahoo.comBe cool!   Stay cool!           emoticon

EOs of the Walk Team:   Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim,
Joyce Tan, Serene Low, ConradT and me, ChristinaCL Chan….signing off,,,,,,, C ya!


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Monthly Walks Sched update1

MONTHLY WALKS – INFORMATION ONLY

Monthly walks are on 2nd Saturday/each month! Unless otherwise stated.
Details of each walk: Post will appear approx 2 weeks prior to scheduled
date for registration.Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled;
unless inclement weather that poses danger!

SCHEDULED DATES, Update 1
13Mar                Kranji/Sungei Buloh  — due to unforseen circumstances, 
                          route will be changed to Ulu Pandan Pk Connector, P1.                           
                          To register, see separate post.

10Apr                 Pipe Line Ramble X-Treme!
08May                Sembawang Park
12Jun                 TBA
10Jul                  TBA
14Aug                TBC
11Sep                TBA
09Oct                 TBA
13Nov                TBC
11Dec                TBC

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always……   

Till then…. Be Cool! Stay Kool!           emoticon

The Walk EO Team:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan & Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad Tang and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,, signing off,,,,,,,

Catching a movie in the morning

I just finished my breakfast in a shopping centre, here in Melbourne. Strolling around, I notice a long queue of seniors, approx 80 people. Busybody as usual, I got to the front of the queue to see what the excitement was all about. It’s 10am and every of these seniors were rushing to see the 11 am movie. It was cash only, just show the seniors concession card. There were a number of shows available eg there was “A single man”, “Up in the air”, “Fantastic Mr Fox” and “Crazy heart”.

I don’t see this in Singapore. Guess most of us are too busy, no time for such trivials or it’s just not in our culture. Maybe we just settle for DVDs at home.

Thinking aloud, I think this is a great retirement life, for seniors.

Terence Seah