Dear members,

SilverHairsClub hopes that Singapore seniors can have a Club which is easy to join, and that the Club continues to run without any subscription fee.  This has been made possible because there are some members who have the same objective in organising activities as the Club.  We have tried for years to ask our members to organise an activity for members, at least once in the lifetime membership.  However, I must say the effort has not been successful, if not a failure.

Event organisers (EOs) and Event coordinators (ECs) as well as assistants put in a lot of time, expense and energy when organising activities for members.  The situation can turn bad as there are some members who loves to complain and criticise the organisers behind the curtain.  The EOs put in a lot of effort, time and money, and they pay the same amount as fellow participants.  They do not get to enjoy the activity but instead have to run around to make sure the activity runs smoothly.  Such situations are very discouraging, and do not encourage EOs and ECs to come forward.

We will have a slight change.  All EOs who organises events and activities for members pay the same as other members.  Whatever is balance will now be left to the discretion of the EO. The EO has to make sure that his budget is correct and understands the risks of additional costs.  So, for the EOs, you set the price for the event.  If you set too high, few will attend.  If you set too low, the attendance may be too good. If the EO wishes to have a dinner for his committee, it is his decision.  Unfortunately, if there is a loss, the EO has to bear the loss. Participating members decide individually if they would like to attend the event, at the price set by the EO.

ECs, please use your discretion as the Club leaves you to make any price decisions.

I hope this will encourage EOs and ECs to come forward, as we too do not want you to have losses, after running around and doing all the work.

Terence Seah

SilverHairsClub is meant for you. and we like to organise activities for members, so that everybody can find friends and own interest group.

I love organising activities for members. But very often i am away on work. i like to form a permanent team to work with me on these activities, maybe for a year. The work will involve meeting members, registration work, payment, managing the venue and encouraging members to join the events. It will also let you meet more people.

If you like to join the team, please email me. you can have a choice of tasks. Take this opportunity to engage our membership and get to know more people.

This email is addressed to all fellow SilverHairsClub members via email.  If you have not received this, please check your email address and whether you have a password to enter SilverHairsClub.com

Terence Seah

SilverHairsClub.com

Date : Friday 25 October 2013
Place: Pasir Ris Park
Time/Duration : 7.30am – 10.00am (2½ hours)

Meeting Point; End Point : Pasir Ris MRT Station (exit A) We will walk near the beach, to a long board walk and back to the MRT station.

Items To Wear/Bring: Walking shoes, umbrella/raincoat and drinking water, hat if you’re afraid of the sun.

EOs : Linda Chan & Margaret Wee  ( assisted by Tan Li Li)

Register here:

How can members mix around at a buffet restaurant?

It’s always a battle.  When we gather together, we all love to plong ourselves on a chair. Then, we don’t move for the next 2-3 hours.  And then members complain we should move around because we are not mixing around.  Then, we have introductions, games, and members feel they have no time to network.

I like an “All standing gathering” with a drink on the left hand and some snacks on serving tables. We keep our right hand for shaking hands. But then, we complain the legs are just not that strong. “Why no chairs?”

At Hans restaurant, some tables are long, and we don’t know who to talk with, on the right or on the left.  Some tables are small, and we squeeze and again, we don’t move.

What about a buffet restaurant?  If we go for a buffet lunch or dinner, and we sit down in tables of four, how are we going to mix and network.  At the end of the gathering, we go home knowing 3 persons, and not knowing the others.  What can we do?

SilverHairs love to make friends.  Don’t have to go into the why’s. How do we mix and network at monthly gatherings and still get to know a good number of other members?

There is always a spread of food on the serving table.  Nowadays, the restaurants serve ah la cart buffet or order as you like.  And, each of us get our own plates, bowl and fork and spoon.  Can we move ourselves, say every 30 mins?  The EO can “ting a glass” and time to move.  Those who don’t want to move can sit still; others can move.  We do it 3 times, and in 2 hours, we get to meet a new set of friends.

What do you think?  Do you have ideas?

Terence Seah

Dear all

The Ageless Theatre presents Faces (Phases) of Love, a play about the power of love and the search for that special someone. It comprises four short skits, including one about a lonely widow’s love for her deceased husband, and another about four mahjong buddies reminiscing about love and loss.

The venue is the Marine Parade Community Club Theatrette. Each ticket costs $15. As contact numbers of the organisers cannot be displayed here, if you wish to join a couple of us for this performance, you may transfer funds to my POSB Savings Account 159-13164-5 and I can purchase the tickets on your behalf.

What is interesting is that the Ageless Theatre comprises people aged 43 and above.

Any play enthusiasts?

Joy :)

I borrowed Douglas Chan threats in the cycling post and upon consideration perhaps should share the experience with my senior friends, when and if having to warded in a rehabilitation community hospital. This experience also taught me to have better knowledge of rehabilitation community hospital rather than just naively listened to doctors’ ardent recommendation. I sincerely urge everyone please reconsider seriously in choosing rehab community hospital as we had very bad experience

As a result of a fall, my mum had internal bleeding in the head and was warded in SGH on September 29 and upon discharged was transferred to Bright Vision Hospital for rehab on Friday Oct 11 and was admitted at about 1030 hr. The standard of patient care was atrocious beyond words. In fact, the neighboring patients too had loads of grievances.

On Saturday Oct 12 at about 1500 hr she had high temperature and was gasping for breath…..momentarily she appeared on the journey GOING HOME. The On-Call Doctor attended and IMMEDIATELY recommended she be transferred back to SGH. As usual we went through the A & E procedure and was warded for infection in the chest now this is in additional to the neuro situation ……….. please pray for her and the wisdom of the doctors to administer care for her recovery. Thanks

Anyway, at an appropriate time I am considering to share the experience in Bright Vision Hospital in greater details in the social media. Meantime, perhaps you may also like to contribute your comments and suggestion.

Here’s wishing all our Muslim friends Hari Raya Haji.

This year’s festival falls on Tue Oct 15 2013.  To soak in the atmosphere, drop by Kampong Glam and Geyland Serai.  I may go to Kampong Glam to check out the shops, Malay heritage sites etc.

Shisha is waiting……

Hi all cyclists

A Memorial Ride in remembrance of Janet Chan will be held on 19 October 2013. Janet Chan used to join our monthly cycling whenever it was held at ECP, although she was not a regular cyclist, she was one of the first to have a foldie.

Date : 19 October 2013
Time : 1600-2000 hrs
Venue: meet at Burger King, ECP at 1530hrs
Route: It will be on PCNs and on pedestrian walkways starting from Burger King to Gardens by the Bay.

Rental bikes are available nearby.

Those going :
1. douglas
2. ah nee
3. lily
4. boon liang
5. lina ng
6. hou chong
7. yew kwong
8. eileen thean
9. judy lim
10. audrey wong
11. bira
12. andrew koh
13. yatsin
14. julian
15. solomon chang
16. susan tan
17. fredalim
18. caroline gee
19. Paul Kong
20. Peggy
21. Nina
22. John Howe

Maybe :
1. Karen Thio
2. Eileen Ang
3. Irene Poh
4. Malcolm
5. Lydia Soh
6. Tony Ang

Thousands of end users were caught by surprise the unexpected inconvenience caused to them after a fire broke out at the telco’s exchange station on Wednesday, 9 Oct 2013.  Businesses lost their customers and takings for the day; punters missed their winning opportunites; subscribers scrambled for connectivity with their friends; lovers, friends etc missed their dates or were late for appointment.

Where were you and what were you doing at the time when the disruption began?  How did you adjust to the inconvenience?

Read my comments on my story.

Interested in playing Table Tennis,  please be at Clementi Sports Hall every Thurs

wef 10 Oct. Time 8.00 to 10.00am. Bring your own Ping Pong Bats and balls.

If you are a Beginner just come and tick-tock with us. You’ll get better with each game!

Good morning, Silver Babees!

Guess most of you are up and about; probably done your chores, walked the dog and had a hearty breakfast.  Others may be out walking, cycling or simply reading the papers at the coffee shop or at home.

A typical Sunday for me when I do not have an appointment is to sleep in, perhaps throw in some exercise and surfing the internet – chilling out totally.

How do you spend your Sundays?

Here’s a song to start our day…………

“People are always good company when they are doing what they really enjoy”. Samuel Butler quotes

Make yourself a date with Boon Liang on Fri, 25 Oct 2013 and indulge in a little bit of Wine & Dine relaxing in a nice cosy corner with good company.

Rilassi da pietro
283 Changi Road beside Kampong Eunos
Singapore 419762
Time: 7pm onwards

Nearest train station:  Eunos, about 10 minutes’ walk to the bistro

Menu & Price (1 for 1 for main course) – $16 to $38
– rack of lamb, salmon fillet, steak, dory, BBQ pork ribs, rosemary chicken

**No corkage.  Feel free to bring your wine.**

Appetizer $15 to $18
Salad $15 to $16
Soup $8 to $12
Pizza 10″ $16 to $20
Pasta $18 to $$24
Risotto $18 to $24
On the Grill $6 to $20 – skewers
On the sides $12 to $14 – wings, white bait, calamari, fries
Desserts $12 to $15
White n red wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails, soft drinks, juices, coffee, tea

Please be the first to register by 20 Oct 2013 here:

1. Boon Liang (EO)
2. Geraldine Ting
3. Bira
4. Lin Chuah
5. Lai Fong
6. Pearl Wong
7. Judy Lim
8. Ah Nee
9. Arthur Yap
10. Peggy Yap
11. Veronique Lee
12. Gingko
13. Marg Tian
14. Steven Chan
15. Robert Ong
16. Bessie Lam
17. Andrew (Bessie’s)
18. Peri Liew
19. Dorine Tan
20. Yew Kwong
21. Sockie
22. Helen Kuek
23. Helen Wong
24. Caroline Gee
    Rosalind Lee
25. Cat Ho
26. Irene Poh
27. Melissa Khng
28. Kristy Quek
29. Daisy Yeo
    Bobby Bok
30. Evyonne Chew
31. Rose White
32. Thomas Loh
33. Lydia Chin
34. Kheng Lim
35. Lily Ho
36. Jway
37. Clara Chay
38. Myra Chia
39. Ann Lim
40. Theresa Seow

Registration is closed at 40.

Please do not copy  and paste from the internet.

Cancer is  painful and dreaded sickness. Many of us know of a friend or a relative who had suffered from cancer, undergoing treatment or has passed away bcause of cancer. Be it cancer of the lungs, colon, postrate, nose, skin, or smach, the sickness is dreaded and feared.  If treatment is treated early, the cances of a cure is high; if detected late, it’s along process of treatment, and a stress to the care-giver. It is also expensive.

What have you experienced, seen or done when you knopw of someone who has cancer. Which hospital did you go? What were your medication? Which foreign country did the person go to for treatment? What herbs or plants were tried? How much was spend? What kind of government support was available?

Share your experience so that others can learn from you. We are all getting old. Your sharing can be useful information to  other members.

Please do not copy from the net. write your experience.

Terence Seah

The scope of permitted advertisements on this free online flea mart site is expanding! You can place advertisements regarding  job-seeking, garage/jumble sales, self-led trips …

Free lancers can advertise their services. If you have things to give away or if you are looking for something or some service, do advertise here.

With the expansion of permitted advertisements, the online flea mart hopes to serve more members.

The October online flea mart is now open for your advertisements.

Guidelines on placing advertisements

1. NO corporate/company/shop advertisements. Only personal advertisements are permitted.

2. Two advertisements per month per member.

3. Each advertisement must not exceed 10 lines.

4. No telephone numbers allowed. Only e-mail addresses

Ulu Pandan Waterways & Reservoir Walk

Date:      12^th October 2013,   Saturday

Meet place:  DOVER mrt ,  exit B   at   4.15 pm

EC for walk – ChristinaCL Chan & Charles Wee

This 5.6km walk takes us to the western part of our island and among the calm and peaceful waterways that lead to  Pandan Reservoir. Enjoy the beautiful sunset as we cross the newly constructed AYE spiral  overhead bridge and head for Pasir Panjang where the reservoir  is located.

This walk  takes approximately 2.25 hours to complete before we arrive   at a popular Food Centre.

Bus #s 30, 51, 78, 143, 285, 533  (outside foodcentre)

Do dress comfortably with hats, umbrella, drinking water, camera, sun block and comfortable walking shoes.

Walk Team ECs: ChristinaCL Chan, Joyce Tan, Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Alice Seah, Lydia Soh, Serene Low.

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Dear Members

We would like you to join us at a year-end Countdown Party. It will be a ‘value-for-money’ event with dinner, door gift, games, entertainment, music and dance.

Date:    31 December 2013, Tuesday
Time:    6.00 pm to 1.00 am
Venue: The Grand Ballroom, Level 1, Ritz Carlton

Special Rate: $105 nett per person
Note: For the first 10 SHC members who register and make payment before closing date

Guests’ Rate: $120 nett per person  (revised to special rate of $105 nett per person on 11 Oct)
Note: For the next multiple of 10 persons who register and make payment before closing date

We will only make the table booking/s after the closing date (upon registration and receipt of payment). If you are keen to participate in this EC event, please register here.

Pay to Alex’s POSB Savings Account: 017-06127-5

Closing Date of Registration: 15 Oct 2013
Closing Date of Payment:       18 Oct 2013, 1800

Registration for this event is now closed.

(For those who are not able to attend the event after payment, please arrange for your own replacement, preferably a SHC member and advise us. Thank you)

Looking forward to your participation!

Registration

Table 1 @ $105 nett per pax (10 members)

• 1   Alex Woo – paid 16/10
• 2   May Woo – paid 16/10
• 3.  Alyn Lee – paid 14/10
• 4.  Tan Boon Liang – paid 15/10
• 5.  Geraldine Ting – paid 15/10
• 6.   Peri Liew – paid 17/10
• 7.  Thomas Loh – paid 17/10
• 8.   Edwin Tan – paid 22/10
• 9.   Eileen Thean – paid 22/10
• 10. Susan Tan – withdrew on 14/10
• 10  Lin Chuah – paid 20/10

Table 2 @ $105 nett per pax (10 members)

• 11   Arthur Yap – paid 15/10
• 12   Peggy Yap – paid 15/10
• 13  Judy Lim – paid 12/10
• 14   Susan CH Tan – paid 12/10
• 15   Theresa Seow – paid 14/10
• 16   Ann Lim – paid 14/10
• 17   Daisy Yeo – paid 16/10
• 18   Teresa Lee – paid 14/10
• 19  Annie Pow – paid 16/10
• 20  Johnny Pow – paid 16/10

Cancellation

• Phillip and Molly Yeo – 7/10
• Susan  Tan – 14/10

ECs- Alex Woo and May Woo

Hi Friends,

Due to some circumstances, I am unable to go for the Yangon trip schedule from 6-10 November 2013. Number of confirmed persons going including myself is 21.

It is a twin room sharing with another lady. I have already purchased my air ticket with jetstar worth $164.60. It is transferrable and I am selling it for only $50. You would have to pay the difference between the current ticket price and the amount I purchased ($164.60) plus a transfer fee of about $50.

If you are keen on going for this trip, kindly email me at eunice.tay.bg@gmail.com for more details.

Thanks & Regards