SilverHairsClub will be 10 years in Oct 2015. During all this while, we had observed our objective; and that is to provide a platform for SilverHairs to meet new friends. This has worked very well, and many members have found their own circle of new friends.
Last few months, I have been reviewing our objective and plans for 2015. The idea of providing a platform for members to meet, and then letting them find other SilverHairs with similar interests, hobbies and thinking has worked well. So, I intend to stick to this route. Yes, many succeeded; but many have not succeeded. We have not been able to individually pair or group member interests yet. It is kind of difficult to read members’ minds.
This year, in 2015, we are working on expanding members’ gatherings to outside Singapore. Same idea on providing the same platform.Stay flexible, to gather to various size groups, eg from 20 to 200 pax, if the venue is flexible. Stay close to Singapore, and desaru has been identified; thanks to the thinkers and support from fellow members.
It is important to keep cost low, to encourage retirees and semi-retirees to participate. We have many rich and fairly rich members in the club, as well as those who are still working, and able to afford 4-5 star outdoor activities. But, for many members, maintaining a group of friends during our SilverHairs years is important.
Lotus Desaru Hotel has been identified to provide retreats for members. A new idea is now to offer opportunities for members and other Singaporean/PR to participate in this retreat. This opens the possibility of a wider membership, and expanding what we currently offer to members to Singapore as a whole. I do not have all the ideas and plans, but you can help to add ideas by giving your feedback. If you wish to be part of this direction, have your say.
Current info suggests that there are a few ways to get to Desaru ie public bus to desaru, a ferry ride from Changi and then a short land ride to Desaru. Driving is a common option but this requires organising. and finally a coach ride from woodlands MRT to Desaru.
Inndications suggest the price will be about SGD 100, to cover shared hotel room, breakfast, uncomplicated lunch and dinner, transport from JB to Desaru. Not sure what it cost for the ferry; and the timing.
We can invite activities from our own members, and new corporate members. May a good 2D1N to get to know one another and new ones too.
Terence Seah