Batam Weekend Trip (14/15 Nov.’09)

Dear Friends

Due to popular demand, we are thinking of organising a repeat of our first 2 days / 1 night weekend trip.   emoticon

  • Venue : Batam (or open to suggestion).  
  • Total cost : Not exceeding S$150 per person.
  • Date : 14 – 15 Nov (jointly agreed by EOs & Terence, therefore not negotiable).
  • Limit : At the moment, we are thinking of 40 pax maximum.
  • So far, we’ve received only 2 quotes probably due to the LWE.  Am still waiting for more quotes to come in before I post further details on the package.  Meanwhile, you may choose your room-mates in private BUT, NO NEED to announce to me just yet until our hotel is finalised.  For all you know, instead of twin rooms, it could be 4 to a cabana or 8 per bungalow.  So, please hold your horses!  Here’s a tip for would-be-participants, we work in a systematic pace :  (1) Sort list and select package/hotel.  (2) Collect payment.  (3) Room allocation.  No payment, no room allocation.

    EOs : Lily, Dolly & YK   emoticonemoticon emoticon

    Registered going :

    1. Ah Nee
    2. Alice Teo
    3. Bira
    4. Boon Liang
    5. Caroline Gee
    6. Catherine Ho
    7. Charles Chua
    8. Clara Chay
    9. Dan Huang
    10. Dennis Wee
    11. Dolly Lim
    12. Eileen Thean
    13. Geraldine Ting (HK)
    14. Gingko
    15. Ivy Low (HK)
    16. Jane Tan
    17. Jane Wong
    18. Janet Chan
    19. Joy Chuang
    20. Karen Thio
    21. Lily Ho
    22. Lin Chuah
    23. Lina Ng
    24. Lorraine Chia
    25. Mega Abdullah
    26. Molly Chua
    27. Nina Choo
    28. Norlinda
    29. Oi Cheng
    30. Patrick Lee
    31. Pauline Khoo
    32. Rene
    33. Sally Kang
    34. Sam Goh
    35. Sockie
    36. Susan Chang
    37. Terence
    38. Veronique
    39. Yew Kwong
    40. Lilian Teo

    Wait List :

    1. Susan Tan
    2. James Tan
    3. Janet Heng
    4. and Hubby
    5. Lydia Chin
    6. Kristin Leong
    7. Venika Leong
    8. Melissa Khng
    9. Jonson Tan
    10. June Lim
    11. June’s friend (must be SHC member hor)
    12. Pearlynn Tan
    13. Pearl Goh
    14. Bessie Lam
    15. Andrew SP

    Memory

    Two year ago, SHC had it’s first overnight & overseas event :

    2D/1N – SHC Overnight Gathering @ Sijori Resort, Batam.

    The idea was originally poached by Terence but relegated to my charge simply because I volunteered to help him with the logistic.  And so, I became the EO of this event.

    On the morning of 07.07.07 – about 40 of us SHCians met at HarbourFront for this trip.  It was a very wet morning, raining meow meow & woof woof but it didn’t dampen our spirit despite the fact that some of us met for the very first time. 

    Two years on, many of these trippers became solid supporters of SHC.  Some even became EOs for SHC events & activities – ad hoc or regular basis.

    Looking at the date today, got me all nostalgic.  I not only have had alot of fun but also got to know many fun loving gals during this trip.  I also found a buddy in Dolly & great friendship in Yew Kwong. 

    I wonder if others, who have gone on this trip, felt the same way,…. experience something special…. or otherwise….. 

    …… Willing to share?

    ….and thanks to Yew Kwong and Terence, here are photos for your viewing :

    http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/SHC070709a/
    http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/SHC070709b/

    ….. and by courtesy of Veronique Lee & Bessie Lam

    http://picasaweb.google.com/lohyks/SijoriResortBatam070707To080707#

    3D/2N – Trip to Karimun Island : 26-28 Mar.’09

    . . . POST ON BEHALF OF ABEL TAN . . .

    Batam-sized Karimun Island is 1 hour 45/50minutes by ferry south-west of Singapore.

    March 26 Thursday  (Group A)

    • 1.30pm  Depart Harbourfront
    • 2.20pm (Indon time)  Arrive Tanjung Balai (Two main-street town)
    • 2.30pm  Check-in Hotel Maxi or Hotel Palapa
    • 3.00pm  Visit "The Vila" (brothels)
    • 4.00-5.30pm  Leisurely walk from seafront through 1st main-street to hotel
    • 5.30-6.30pm  Rest period
    • 6.30-8.00pm  Seafood dinner
    • 8.00pm  Onwards – Karaoke in hotel lounge with or without hostess – tips payable @ 10,000 rupiah mininum per hostess (about S$1.33)

    March 27 Friday

    • 6.30-9.00am (Indon time)  Breakfast in hotel (FOC) & await Group B‘s arrival
    • 9.30-12noon  Visit Gunung Karimun waterfall (halfway up 300metre high mountain)
    • 12.30-1.30pm  Nasi padang lunch
    • 3.00pm  Visit "The Vila" (brothels) – 15 mins duration for Look-see with courteousy
    • 4.00-5.30pm  Leisurely walk thru 2nd main-street (parallel with 1st street) to seafront
    • 5.30-7.00pm  Open-air seafront seafood-dinner.  
    • After dinner is OPTIONAL to walk back or motor-cycle pillion-ride (5,000rupiah, about S$0.67) to hotel
    • 8.00pm  Onwards – Karaoke in hotel lounge or watch TV in rooms

                PLEASE DO NOT VENTURE FROM HOTEL’S FRONTSTEPS ON BOTH NIGHTS.

    March 28 Saturday (Group A + Group B)

    • 6.30-09.00am  Breakfast in hotel (FOC)
    • 9.00-11.30am  Free & Easy/Shopping plus Rest period
    • 11.30am  Check out from Hotel
    • 11.30-1.30pm  Nasi padang lunch or a-la-carte lunch at Hotel Holiday Karimun
    • 2.00pm (Indon time)  Depart Tanjung Balai for Singapore

    Terms :

    1. No Payment required yet until further notice to transfer S$20 to POSB Savings A/c : 510-03720-0 being hotel deposit for Deluxe room, with longbath & mini-bar, @ approxately 250,000rupiah (about S$33).  Payment of S$57 will be collected if Lily can buy ferry ticket en masse.
    2. Maximum pax of 20 (21 including Abel Tan) on a first-come-first-serve basis.
    3. Closing date : Monday 20 March 2009We will finalise logistic on 15 Mar during SHC gathering.
    4. Need to confirm rooms required by 25th March.

    Note :

    • An expense of $150 per person excluding 2-way ferry @ $57 inclusive of Singapore seaport tax but not Indonesian side’s 30,000rupiah (about S$4), payable upon departure from Tanjung Balai, should be comfortably sufficient for the trip.
    • Travellers should just exchange S$50 for rupiahs to be shared by 2 persons before departure and the rest of needful rupiahs can be exchanged (min.S$100) for better rates at Tanjung Balai. 
    • Rate of exchange : approximately S$1 = 7,500rupiahs.

    Group A :

    1. Abel Tan
    2. Terence Seah

    Group B :

    1. Lim Tan Soo
    2. Lily Ho
    3. Lee Ah Nee
    4. Norlinda
    5. Bira
    6. Dolly Lim
    7. Caroline Gee
    8. Sockie

    *Star-In-Concert* – by F&B and Venue Manager

    Dear SHCians   emoticon emoticon

    Below, are information provided by our F&B and Venue Manager, Ms Molly Chua :

    Dates / Day / Time :  Sunday, 11 January 2009  

    • 6.00pm – 7.30pm ( Refreshment )
    • 7.30pm – 10.00pm ( Concert )

    Venue :  Serangoon Garden Country Club

    • Refreshment Venue :       Heliconia Room ( Level 1 ) 
    • Concert Venue :               Auditorium ( Level 3 )

      Types of Refreshment

    • Spring Rolls
    • Mee Siam Goreng
    • Crispy Fried Chicken Wings
    • Vegetarian Samosas

      Beverages :

    • Coffee and Tea
    • Orange Squash

    Dress Code :  Smart-Casual or Cocktail  emoticon

    Just 14 more days to go.    We are all set!    Are you?   emoticon

    *Stars-In-Concert* – 11 Jan.2009

    Hi Fellow SHCians,  emoticon

    *Stars-in-Concert* is now under way.  As the Programme Choreograher, I am pleased to introduce to you all, the star performers – our very own SHC Members who will be show casing their hidden talents not because they are paid to do so but voluntarily take the plunge to entertain (most of them, for the first time) for the sake of our very own Club.!

    In alphabetical order : emoticon

    1. Annie Loh – solo
    2. Boon Liang – solo
    3. Caroline Gee – solo
    4. Hamidah Ishak – duet
    5. Helen Wong – solo
    6. Janet Chan – solo & duet
    7. Lin Chuah – duet
    8. Norlindah Ali – duet
    9. Patrick Yeo – solo
    10. Peng Peng – solo
    11. Shirleen Kao – solo & duet
    12. Tim Liu – solo & duet
    13. and last but not least, the SHC back-up dancers.

    PS :  My working team-mates will be announcing the programme line-up & agenda shortly.  We have makan, ice-breaking games, etc, etc, etc.

    So, do come and join us in the fun (we promised to be hillarious) and lend your support to these fellow "SHC STARS" who have been working very hard just for your pleasure.! emoticon

    We are going to have a party at the end of the show when everyone get up to dance the night away – VIPs, performers, audience, everybody.!.!

    So, see you on 11 January 2009 ya.! ……..emoticon 

    Shake your bogey, shake your bogey, yeah, yeah,…. emoticon

    Yours truly

    Lily Ho

    3D/2N – Weekend Trip to Fraser’s Hill Resort

    Hi There    emoticon 

    A bunch of us SHCians are going to Fraser’s Hill for a Free & Easy weekend.  At first, we intend to go in a convoy of cars but decided it would be tiring to drive and more fun to go in a chartered coach for bonding and relaxation.  We have a capacity for 9 more pax to join us for this 3 days 2 nights trip.  Here’s the planned agenda :

    • Date of departure :  Friday, 6 February 2009

    • Date of return :  Sunday, 8 February 2009
    • Mode of transport :  26-Seater Air-Con Coach
    • Accommodation :  Richmond Bungalow & Singapore Guest House

    • Cost :  S$135 per person ( triple sharing )
    • Final details will be disseminated via private emails to confirmed participants.

      STRICTLY FOR SHC MEMBERS ONLY !

      If you are interested, please register and pay by ATM transfer to POSB A/c # 146005136  and notify by posting your payment ref. here.  Dolly, Yew Kwong and Oi Cheng will be in charge of the accounts for this trip.

      THIS IS A FIRST PAY FIRST CONFIRMED BASIS and registration will be closed as soon as we hit the required number.  So, do hurry if you want to secure a seat.

      Those confirmed going :

      1. Lily Ho – paid
      2. Terence Seah – paid
      3. Dolly Lim – paid
      4. Loh Yew Kwong – paid
      5. Joy Chuang – paid
      6. Dan Huang – paid
      7. Juliet Ong – paid
      8. Aaron How – paid
      9. Oi Cheng – paid
      10. C.J. – paid
      11. Karen Thio – paid
      12. Eyvonne Chew – paid
      13. Lin Chuah – paid
      14. Shirleen Kao – paid
      15. Susan Tan – paid
      16. Chan Kwong Wah – paid
      17. Ann Chee – paid
      18. Sock Cheng – paid
      19. Norlindah – paid
      20. Lillian Teo – paid
      21. Jane Tan – paid
      22. Lydia Lai – paid
      23. Sally Kang – paid
      24. Gywneth Lee – paid

      REGISTRATION  CLOSED  LIAO  – THANK YOU.!

      Click here to view photos

    Barstool Economics

    Dear Friends

    Thought I would share this which I received from my American friend :

     

    Econ101 – Barstool Economics / and Obama wants more from #10
          
        Suppose that every day, ten men go out for beer and the bill
        for all ten comes to $100. If they paid their bill the way we pay our
        taxes, it would go something like this:

        The first four men (the poorest) would pay nothing.
        The fifth would pay $1.
        The sixth would pay $3.
        The seventh would pay $7.
        The eighth would pay $12.
        The ninth would pay $18.
        The tenth man (the richest) would pay $59.     

        So, that’s what they decided to do. The ten men drank in the
        bar every day and seemed quite happy with the arrangement, until one
        day, the owner threw them a curve. ‘Since you are all such good
        customers, he said, ‘I’m going to reduce the cost of your daily beer
        by $20. Drinks for the ten now cost just $80.

        The group still wanted to pay their bill the way we pay our
        taxes so the first four men were unaffected. They would still drink
        for free. But what about the other six men – the paying customers? How
        could they divide the $20 windfall so that everyone would get his
        ‘fair share?’ They realized that $20 divided by six is $3.33. But if
        they subtracted that from everybody’s share, then the fifth man and
        the sixth man would each end up being paid to drink his beer. So, the
        bar owner suggested that it would be fair to reduce each man’s bill by
        roughly the same amount, and he proceeded to work out the amounts
        each should pay.

           And so:
        The fifth man, like the first four, now paid nothing (100% savings)
        The sixth now paid $2 instead of $3 (33%savings).
        The seventh now paid $5 instead of $7 (28%savings).
        The eighth now paid $9 instead of $12 (25% savings).
        The ninth now paid $14 instead of $18 (22% savings).
        The tenth now paid $49 instead of $59 (16% savings).

        Each of the six was better off than before And the first four
        continued to drink for free. But once outside the restaurant, the men
        began to compare their savings.

        ‘I only got a dollar out of the $20’, declared the sixth man.
        He pointed to the tenth man,’ but he got $10!’
        ‘Yeah, that’s right’, exclaimed the fifth man. ‘I only saved a
        dollar, too. It’s unfair that he got ten times more than I!’
        ‘That’s true!!’ shouted the seventh man. ‘Why should he get $10
        back when I got only two? The wealthy get all the breaks!’
        ‘Wait a minute,’ yelled the first four men in unison. ‘We
        didn’t get anything at all. The system exploits the poor!’
        The nine men surrounded the tenth and beat him up.

        The next night the tenth man didn’t show up for drinks, so the
        nine sat down and had beers without him. But when it came time to pay
        the bill, they discovered something important. They didn’t have enough
        money between all of them for even half of the bill!

        And that, boys and girls, journalists and college professors,
        is how our tax system works. The people who pay the highest taxes get
        the most benefit from a tax reduction. Tax them too much, attack them
        for being wealthy, and they just may not show up anymore. In fact,
        they might start drinking overseas where the atmosphere is somewhat
        friendlier.  

        David R. Kamerschen, Ph.D.
        Professor of Economics, University of Georgia    

        For those who understand, no explanation is needed.
        For those who do not understand, no explanation is possible.

    Social Dance Night – 25 Sept.2008

    Dear Fellow SHCian,   emoticon

    Yew Kwong, Dolly & Lily invite you to join us for a night of dancing. emoticonemoticonemoticon

    • For learners – this is a chance for you to practice what you’ve learned.    

    • For those have not started – come and see what you have been missing. You may then decide to register with Danzing Danz’s classes.    

    • For those already ‘expert dancers’ – this is a chance for you to show-off.

      Venue :  Scarlet City @ 4th level AMK Hub

      Date  :  25th Sept.2008 ( Thursday )

      Time :  Opens from 6pm till 2am ( but we will be there from 8pm onward )

    • Cost :  $12 (inclusive of 1 standard drink).  Subsequent drink at bar price. 

    • NTUC member’s (must bring member card) : Free entry.  Drinks at discounted price.

    • Live Entertainment :    emoticon          In house live band performance – D’Lazer plays varies music from R&B, retro and disco top 40’s but on Thursday night, the band will be playing more social dance music like cha cha, rhumba, rock and roll, etc……. Special guest appearance (one night only) on 25 Sept. featuring TAIWAN superstar "Yang Xiao Ping".  Show time : 11pm    Please register here :  emoticon

          1. Yew Kwong

          2. Dolly
          3. Lily

          4. Danz
          5. Francis Rajaratnan Mangalam
          6. Bessie Lam
          7. Andrew SP
          8. Jennifer Lim
          9. Jessie Teo
          10. Juliet Ong
          11. Mega Abdullah
          12. Aaron How
          13. Lum Fook
          14. John Howe
          15. Lina Ng
          16. Lydia Chin
          17. Ann Lim
          18. Teresa Lee
          19. Agnes Seow
          20. Margaret Tian
          21. Dennis Wee
          22. Richard Heah
          23. Oi Cheng
          24. Thomas Loh
          25. Eileen Lee
          26. Boon Liang
          27. Shirleen
          28. Lin Chuah
          29. Gingko
          30. Bira
          31. Mei Foo
          32. Stella Lee
          33. Kristine Lee
          34. Mary Chan
          35. Janet Chan
          36. Ann To
          37. Peng Peng
          38. Patrick Lee
          39. Wee Chin
          40. Lina Tan

    Monthly Cycling on Sat, 20 Sept’08

    Sat, 20 Sept’08 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 pm : Gather 4 chitchating, if possible inside aircon McDonald Rest.
    • 4.30 pm           : 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 pm : Cycling ard East Coat Park.
    • Lily leads standard distance cyclists ard ECP (distance ard 6 to 8km).
    • Jade coach learners otherwise will follow the slow cyclists (distance will depend)
    • 6.30 – 7.00 pm : All cyclists ride bck 2 start pt 2 return bikes n go 4 dinner.

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

    Who Are Coming –

    1. Lily
    2. Yew Kwong
    3. Jade
    4. Dolly
    5. Daniel Ong – joining the 3pm long distance.
    6. Veronique – joining the 3pm long distance.
    7. Andrew Thio
    8. Susan Tan
    9. Maureen
    10. Douglas* – leading long distance via Siglap Park connector.
    11. Caroline Gee
    12. Norlinda
    13. Lina Ng
    14. Sue Chang
    15. Ah Nee
    16. Laurence Lau – joining the 3pm long distance.
    17. Steven Chan – joining the 3pm long distance.
    18. Alan Bok
    19. Ann Bok
    20. Aaron How
    21. Chin Boon + Bam Bam
    22. Rene Leong – joining the 3pm long distance.
    23. Molly Chua
    24. Patsy Lim – joining the 3pm long distance.
    25. Shirleen Kao
    26. Lin Chuah
    27. Karen Thio
    28. Gingko
    29. Andrew Thio
    30. Albert  –  joining the 3pm long distance.
    31. Maggie Teo – joining the 3pm long distance.
    32. Agnes Seow
    33. Wana Tay
    34. Tim Liu
    35. Margaret Tian
    36. Daisy Yeo
    37. Ron Lee
    38. Charles Chua – joining the 3pm long distance.

    So far, 10 out of 38 – going for the long distance.  Yeah,,,,,,"jia-you"   emoticon

    Tea Dance – Sunday 25 May 2008 ( 12 – 6 pm )

    Dear SHC Friends   

    Just to let you know, there will be a Tea-Dance organised by Safra Mt. Faber.

    • Venue : The Dance Floor @ Safra Mt. Faber ( Telok Blangah )
    • Date  :  Sunday 25 May 2008
    • Time  :  12 noon –  6 pm
    • Entry :  Free

    Apart from dancing, there will be : 

    • Dance performances
    • Complimentary snacks & beverages
    • On the spot Q & A, and registration for dance lessons
    • Private rooms available for booking @ discounted rates

    Those who came early and left early :

    1. Ron Lai
    2. Alice Lai
    3. Mary Chan
    4. Charles Chu
    5. Clara Chay
    6. Zariah

    Those who came after 3pm :

    1. Danz Huang
    2. Lily Ho
    3. Dolly Lim
    4. Jane Wong
    5. John Howe
    6. Molly Chua
    7. Ronald Lee 

    Job Vacancies

    Leading French Manufacturer in Interlinings seeks :

    1)     Shipping Co-ordinator

    • Handling of shipping transactions and documentation.
    • Experience in import & export procedures.
    • Proficient in computer skills.
    • At least 3 years relevant working experience.

    2)     Secretarial Assistant (Sales Department)

    • Assist in general office duties & sales co-ordination.
    • Proficient in computer skills.
    • Good command of English & Mandarin.
    • At least 3 years relevant working experience.

    5 days + alternate half Sat. 

    Location : Pandan Crescent, UE Tech Park.

    Interested candidates please apply with full resume and salary expected to : geoktin@chargeurs.com.sg

    Our little holiday in Korea Dec.2007

    Dear SHC Friends   emoticon

    A group of us went on a 6D/4N Korea Winter Escapade last December.  We spent our Christmas there but were back right after Christmas in time to join in the count-down at Safra Mt. Faber.

    The group comprises of : 

    1. Grace Kok (our SHC cover girl)
    2. Margaret Tian (sometime you see her at cycling)
    3. Andrew Yeung (sotong from HK)
    4. Dan Huang (danzing Dan)
    5. Rene Leong (the teeny bopper)
    6. Lily Ho (EO for this trip)
    7. Sophie Willocq (Lily’s daughter)
    8. Chester and Yu Zhong (Rene’s 2 sons)

    Here’s our pictures taken with Dan Huang’s camera which Terence so kindly set up for us in this link : http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/Korea%20trip%200712/

    Hope to have more travel trips with SHCians in the near future.

    A-neon    emoticon

    Korea Winter Escapade

    Aneon-hase-Yo.!    emoticon

    Fancy taking a short winter break in Korea?  Europe is too far.  Japan is too expensive.  China is uhm …….. still developing.  Down-under is summer.  Let’s go to Korea!     

    Keep up your skiing skill or try it for the first time.!  (Ski equipment, suit, gloves, goggles & basic skiing lesson.)  Authentic Korean cuisines (Bibimbap, Ginseng Chicken, Korean Seafood Steamboat, Korean BBQ, Hot Plate Spicy Chicken……etc.) in native Korean settings (local eateries).     emoticon   Soak away your tiredness in mineral rich Hot Spring at Icheon Termeden Spa.  The 1st German style Spa in Asia with the biggest indoor & outdoor hot spring bath & pools. 

    Also, specially arranged – Doctor Fish Therapy.  This is an unique experience where you get to submerge your leg into the hot spring spa and let small fishes (who live in such hot springs) nibble on your leg providing a natural masage and cleansing of dead skin cell.

    Package 6D/4N  21 – 26 Dec.07 by Korean Air

    • Cost  :  approx. S$1,500.00 pp twin share
    • Departure :  SIN / SEL – KE642 ( 2325 / 0735 )
    • Return Fltg:  SEL / SIN – KE641 ( 1605 / 2115 )
    • Travel Agent :  Wingo Travel  (www.wingotravel.com.sg)

    Highlights  :

    1. Termeden Spa + Fish Therapy – Mt. Sorak – Shinheungsa Temple
    2. Ski Resort – Full day snow + ski experience
    3. Nami Island – filming site for "Winter Sonata" – ChunCheon – Myeongdong
    4. YounIn Everland – Korea’s largest outdoor theme park
    5. Korea’s largest shopping district – Dongdaemun – night shopping
    6. Seoul city tour – Gingseng showroom, Amethyst factory & Kim-chi making 
    7. Lotte World – world’s largest indoor theme park
    8. Shopping at Shinchon fashion streets and local produce outlet

    Price include airport tax, most meals, 5*hotel (Intercontinental or Sheraton), Mandarin speaking guide, entry to theme parks + big 3 tickets to Lotte World.

    emoticon This package need a minimum of 10 pax to go and we now have 12.  This trip is now confirmed.

    News updates will be made on this post as and when neccessary.  So, please check this post under "Travel" for latest news. emoticon

    Ah-Neon    emoticon

    Lily Ho Se-meda.

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    Registed & Deposit Paid  :

    1. Lily Ho + 1 non-SHCian
    2. Andrew Yeung + Dan Huang
    3. Margaret Tian + Grace Kok
    4. 1 + 2  non-SHCians
    5. 5 non-SHCians

    Total : 14 pax (6 SHCians and 8 non-SHCians)

    Report – SHC Overnight Gathering @ Batam Sijori 07.o7.07

    Here’s the report on our 1st overnight gathering :   emoticon

    On 07.07.07 – forty SHC members met early at HarbourFront for the first SHC overnight gathering in Batam.  Despite heavy rain that morning, most were there on time except for one who almost missed departing with us.   emoticon  

    On arrival at Batam, we boarded an aircon coach and together with the local guide as well as the Singapore guide, we set out for the sight-seeing tour.  As the local guide only spoke Chinese, there were complaints from a SHC member.  The matter was resolved after Lily told the Singaporean guide to take over.

    Due to the rain, the first stop at Waterfront, an amusement park with water activities such as water-skiing, para-sailing, etc., was changed to a ‘drive-through’ only.  The rest of the sight-seeing followed as according to the programme which included a delicious seafood lunch at a kelong style restaurant.

    At our last shopping stop, Batam’s biggest and latest shopping mall, some 18 SHC members opted to go for massage instead.  So, the group split up and at the appointed time and place, we met up again for the final journey to Sijori Hotel.  From the comments by some SHC members, the massage experience was a lousy one.  One lady member even came out bruised.

    At Sijori Hotel, we had a simple dinner after check-in.  Members had a chance to freshen up before meeting up again at the KTV lounge for karaoke session and some dancing.   There were complaints about the food, the small portion of it, and the small size of their ‘villa’.  (It was the same person who complained about the Chinese speaking guide.)

    When the singing and dancing session was over, the organiser led some members to a midnight swim.  Only the men were swimming.  The women hung around the poolside talking and taking pictures of the ‘hunks’.  Their excuses….?….  "Don’t want to get my hair wet lah, make-up ruin, blah blah blah……."   emoticon

    Later in the night …..uhmm….. I mean, in the morning ….., we had our ‘open-house casino’ at the ‘boys’ villa.  Mahjong and black-jack sessions were on at the same time until members dropped off to sleep 1-by-1.  After breakfast, our ‘casino’ resumed, with more players, till check-out time.  We arrived back in Singapore at 4.30pm.

    The event organisers hope that everyone have at least enjoyed the trip a little, and apologise to those, whose expectations we did not meet.  We also take this opportunity to thank eveyone for their co-operation and spontaneity in making this event a fun one.    emoticon

    Thank you everyone,

    and thanks to Yew Kwong and Terence, here are photos for your viewing :

    http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/SHC070709a/
    http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/SHC070709b/

    Event Organisers (Terence & Lily)

    Vacancy for an Operations Manager – Suzhou, China

    BLUE  HELMET   –   JOB  VACANCY  IN  CHINA

    A manufacturing company with plants in Seremban (Malaysia) and Suzhou (China) is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to manage their Suzhou operation.

    The candidate must have at least 10 years experience as an Operations Manager in a senior position.  Related experience in their field will be an asset, but critical criterial will be Leadership and Managerial attributes.

    Requirements  :

    • A background in Engineering (polymer, mechanical) or in the Sciences (chemistry, physics) will be required.
    • Bi-lingua (English & Mandarin) is a must.

    The job covers a wide scope of :

    • Production
    • Planning
    • Engineering (product design and process)
    • Quality assurance
    • Facility maintenance
    • Warehousing
    • Logistics
    • Customer service
    • Cost management

    Related technologies are  :

    • Forming of plastic sheet
    • Injection molding
    • Vacuum forming
    • Metal stamping

    Scope of Manufacturing  :

    • They are thermally forming non-conductive and conductive tapes using various forming processes. 
    • The end product is a tape with pockets wound onto reels. 
    • The end users are customers in the semi-conductor, passive, discrete, crystal component business as well as manufacturers of metal stampings, precision injected moldings, zinc castings, connectors, and other metal, plastic and composite components.

    If your qualification meets with the above requirements, please submit your full CV & resume directly to  :

    Mr. Ronald Ho 

    Email:  goron@singnet.com.sg

    mobile:  +65-9759 6979

    Skype ID:  ronho883

    Blue Helmet – Business with a Heart

    An opportunity appears on the horizon to be operated as a business with links to SHC and her members.

    We are looking for people having managerial traits with skills and knowledge in finance, administration and computers to automate as many repetitive processes as possible.  Collectively, interested parties will work together as one Biz Unit – SOHO Team that will work out the business model.  Amongst yourselves, please appoint your business officers and be prepared to stand before the Select Committee to make the marketing pitch to clinch the deal.  We encourage as many teams as possible to come forward.  There is enough business for everyone.

    Typical business model will be to run automated finance & administration services to customers who are resident with us in the same office or externally.  There are more that one can do for Company, which wants to outsource their backroom work to reliable third parties like SOHO.

    The Biz Unit – SOHO Team will think through the service product, it’s pricing and the operational flow and control needed.

    If you do need help, just let KT Wong or Edwin Ong know, and arrangements will be made to have that support provided.  Just post your request here.

    * SOHO = Small Office / Home Office

    for & on behalf of  :

    Edwin Ong

    Protem Team Leader

    Batam Sijori 2D/1N (7/8 Jul) – Final Post

    REGISTRATION CLOSED.  SORRY!     emoticon

    SHC Overnight Gathering @ Batam Sijori Resort is now finalised.!

    REMINDER  : 

    1. Assemble at HarbourFront Centre, Counter 02-22 (PENGUIN) @ 8.30AM .    Don’t be late, or YOU WILL miss the tour. 
    2. Don’t forget to bring your passport.
    3. Go to the money changer here rather than at Batam for better rates.
    • For Room Allocation – please check 1st Batam posting under Travel.
    • For Tour Itinerary – please check 2nd Batam posting under Travel.
    • Please see below for name list and exact cost of insurance.

    There are 39 of us that fit into 7 Villas and 5 Twins.  Below, is the Return Scedule for your consideration.

    Day 2 (8 Jul) SunBreakfast @ Resort, then Free & Easy

    After checking out, we can leave our baggage with the concierge @ Sijori and go to town, shopping, massage, swimming, laze around the pool, karaoke, whatever . . . .  or, we can go home.  The choice is yours!

    We will take a vote at dinner time @ Sijori when all of us will be together in one place.  Here’s the ferry schedule for your pick :

    from SEKUPANG to SINGAPORE (Batam Time)

    • 06.10    /    07.50    /    08.40    /    10.40    /    12.00
    • 14.30    /    15.50    /    16.50    /    17.40    /    18.45

    Those who wish to leave at different timing, can do so.  Just make sure you book the shuttle bus and ferry at least 1 hour before departure.  This can be done through the reception @ Sijori.

    Travel Insurance (2D/1N to Batam inclusive of 5% GST)  by NTUC Income

    • Group insurance for 26 pax @ a special rate of $182 which I have already paid on your behalf.  i.e.  S$7 per person

    Following names in the Group Insurance :

    1. Lily Ho  —  PAID
    2. Dolly Lim — PAID
    3. Gingko Tay — PAID
    4. Loh Yew Kwong
    5. Anthony Lee
    6. Dan Huang
    7. Annie Young
    8. Julie Guan
    9. Ann To
    10. Ah Nee  —  PAID
    11. Norlinda
    12. June Lim
    13. Cheryl Ho  —  PAID
    14. Elizabeth Hwang  —  PAID
    15. Janet Ng  —   PAID
    16. Agnes Tan
    17. Eliza Chua
    18. Susan Chang  —  PAID
    19. Ann Lim
    20. Bessie Lam
    21. Molly Chua  —  PAID
    22. Clara Chay
    23. Eyvonne Chew
    24. Linda Chang
    25. Annie Loh
    26. Mary Tan

    I WILL BE COLLECTING $7 FROM EACH OF YOU BEFORE DEPARTURE :)

    See you at HarbourFront  emoticon   

    Lily

    Batam Tour Itinerary – 7/8 July 2007

     REGISTRATION CLOSED  emoticon 

    Batam Day Tour Itinerary (ST = S’pore Time / BT = Batam Time)

    Day 1 (7 Jul)

    08.30am ST  –  Meet at HarbourFront to collect boarding pass @ counter 02-22.

    09.30am ST  –  Embark high speed air-con ferry to Batam

    09.30am BT  –  Arrival @ Sekupang Int’l Ferry Terminal;  after immigration and custom clearance, meet local guide;  board air-con coach for tour of the day.

                                            City & Shopping Tour

    • Waterfront City  –  wide range of activities : go kart, board surfing, sailing, canoeing, jet ski, para-sailing, bungee jumping & other entertainment.
    • Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Laughing Buddha Temple  –  the biggest Buddlhist temple in S.E. Asia.
    • Lunch at Golden Prawn 933 Seafood Restaurant  –  a two in one restaurant complex built kelong style over the sea.  Sample variety of traditional Indonesian seafood with nice view of the N.E. Batam coast line.
    • Shopping @ GTS Local Product Shop & Bengkong Dry Food Stuff Market  –  local product such as coffee powder, batik, handy craft, ikan bilis, udang kering, kerupuk belinjo, etc.
    • Pondok Wisata  –  entertainment by local villager with traditional folk dance & performance.
    • Shopping @ Polo Shop  –  local branded product such as Polo shirt, bags, etc.
    • Toa Pek Kong Chinese Temple  –  the famous & oldest Batam Chinese temple was moved from Singapore Kusu island during the 1980s.
    • Shopping @ Batam Shopping Mall –  Batam’s largest & newest shopping mall.

    17.15pm BT  –  Proceed to Sijori Resort Hotel for check-in.  Dinner @ resort.

     

    Day 2 (8 Jul)

    Breakfast @ resort.  Free & Easy the rest of the day.

    SHC Overnight Gathering @ Batam – 7/8 July 2007

    Room Allocation – SHC Overnight Gathering @ Batam Sijori Resort (7/8 July)

    REGISTRATION CLOSED emoticon 

    Price Breakdown of price :

    • Departure fee : $11 (from S’pore & $3 from Batam)
    • Seaport tax : $7
    • Round trip ferry : $25
    • Room rates : $53 (twin) & $33 (quad)
    • Tips to driver & guide : $2

    Twin Sharing @ S$101pp

  • Clara Chay / Mary Tan
  • Linda Chang / Annie Loh
  • Eyvonne Chew / Josephine Yap
  • Serence / Gary Ong
  • Philip / Priscilla Wee

    Quad Sharing @ S$81pp

    1. Lily Ho / Dolly Lim / Gingko Tay / Catherine Yeo
    2. Terence / Tim / Yew Kwong / Anthony / Dan Huang
    3. Ann To / June Lim / Lee Ah Nee / Norlinda
    4. Joy Chuang / Gwyneth Lee / Veron Lee / Eliza Chua
    5. Cheryl Ho / Elizabeth Hwang / Janet Ng / Agnes Tan
    6. Maria Tan / Lin Tan / Annie Young / Julie Guan
    7. Susan / Molly / Ann Lim / Bessie Lam

  • REPORT on Clubbing – 30 May

    Dear Fellow Clubbers

    I’m glad we had fun last night.  Thanks to the 3 guys who came along to chaperon us ladies.  Thanks to Ronald Lee for the supper followed by long chit chat.  But most of all, thanks to all those who’ve made this event possible. 

    The venue : Zouk  (No. 17 Jiak Kim Street)  next to Grand Copthorne Hotel

    Being eve of public holiday, everyone of us paid $12/- for 2 drinks and multiple entries to both Phuture and Zouk.  (Velvet was closed for private event.)

    We decided to stay on at Zouk for the music and the atmosphere.  The real dancing only kicked in at 11pm and the dance floor gets more crowded by the minutes.  We really had a good work out on the dance floor for 3 hours.  Also, it was fun watching the young people miming the lyrics on staggered platforms like some kind of a show.  And it was contagious too.!  I found myself and June mimicking these youngsters.  We finally called it a night after 2am.

    Cute     emoticon

    Eventhough reservation was non-existence, still, we would like to thank Susan for her initiative to check out details and made the reservation.  This is team spirit. emoticon

    Those who met up for dinner before Zouk : 

    1. Rene  
    2. Lily Ho 
    3. Ronald Lee 
    4. Yew Kwong 
    5. Susan
    6. Lee Ah Nee 
    7. Molly 
    8. June Lim
    9. Olivia Wong
    10. Ann To

    The rest met up with us @ Zouk :

    1. Catherine
    2. Andrew
    3. Dolly
    4. Nina
    5. Eliza Chua
    6. Gwenyth
    7. Gingko

    Those who went for supper :

    1. Ronald Lee
    2. Yew Kwong
    3. Andrew
    4. Dolly
    5. Lily
    6. Susan
    7. Molly
    8. Rene
    9. Gingko
    10. Ah Nee

    SHC members, if you have not been to clubbing since the disco days, you have really missed your chance to check out the clubbing scene with people of the same age group. 

    Come join us next time.  It will be for the fun of it. !  We will have a "Social Nite" in June.

    Lily Ho

    SHC overnight gathering in Batam, Sat/Sun, 7-8 July 2007

    We have some response to the idea of an overnight gathering.  We have interests from:

    1. Maria
    2. Joy
    3. LH JIe
    4. ann
    5. Terence
    6. Tim Liu
    7. Rosalind
    8. Lily Ho
    9. Kenneth Tan
    10. Ronald Wi
    11. Venika Leong
    12. Eyvonne
    13. No limit, except room subject to reservations.  Please indicate your room share partner.

    Ideas for places include Batam (Bagus Hotel), Pengerang (Desaru) and Kukup (Tanjung Piai Resort.  This could be a bungalow or hotel rooms, near the beach.  Some SilverHairs have suggested this would be an idea to get to know one another, plus add on a couple of knowledge sharing.  Hot water is a must.

    If you have a contact with a travel agent, able to organise for 20 people, please drop a line here.   We need your help to start the process here.  Please share your ideas.

    Read earlier post.

    We can now confirm the place at Batam View Tourist Resort.  Click here for info.

    The rates are: 

    • SGD 98 per person, twin sharing – standard room, breakfast and ferry two-way.
    • SGD 133 per person, in a 2 Bedroom villa (can take 4 persons), breakfast and ferry two-way.

    And, anybody, who can get a better package, please raise your hands.

    The original intention for this overnight gathering was not shopping or sightseeing.  Really, more for SilverHairs to get to know one another better, learn some yoga from one another, sing some songs with inhouse guitarists, chat or just drink some beers togethers.

    This program is confirmed.  Can I have a volunteer for an Event Organiser?  Lily Ho has volunteered to be the Event Organiser.  Thank you.

    Terence Seah, Lily Ho

    Lily Ho – Profile

      

    Here’s my profile :

    Born in 1956, I am a single parent with a teenage daughter.  I was married to a French expatriate and moved with him to Cairo (4 years), Shenyang (4 years), Beijing (2 years) and France (2 years).  Prior to that, I worked and lived in England for 3 years.  My daughter and I returned to Singapore in December 1998 and the long-distance divorce procedure was finalized by 2000.

    I am currently a secretary to the MD of a French MNC.

    I am not much into sports.  In my early 20s, I used to swim 3 times a week, play a little badminton, table tennis and billiard.  I started bowling when I was 15, and for about 2 years, my average score was around 150.  Although I can do some ice-skating and skiing, my only exercise regime these days, is dancing.   I dance 4 to 5 time a week doing line-dancing, social and Latin dances.  (I was a part-time dancer for the People’s Association in my mid 20s performing for National Day and Chin-Gay parades.)  I also enjoy cycling for leisure.

    Unlike Terence, I’m not into cheap and low cost travel because of safety and time factor.  When I was single, I travelled mostly alone either for work or for holidays.  For work, I traveled mainly to Asian countries.  For holidays, I traveled mostly to Europe (I’ve seen more of Europe than my French husband).  After I got married, I travelled only first class because my ex-husband wouldn’t have it any other way.  All in all, I’ve been to 36 countries.

    Food wise, I’m the type who eats to live and not lives to eat.  I’m not fussy with food and will not go out of the way or join a long queue for food like how some of my fellow Singaporeans do.  However, I do pine for certain gourmet food such as caviar, fois gras, couscous, steak tartar, salade gourmande, moules, fruits de mer, tarte flambé, jambonneau, rillettes en baguette and paté de lapin.

    My greatest concern is my daughter – that, I will bring her up well to be a responsible and sensible person, strong in her faith and belief.  So far, she hasn’t given me any cause for worry.

    My primary goal in life – is to be strong in my faith.  My secondary goals, is to be financially independent, fit and healthy, and to remain active for as long as I can.

    I joined SHC since Oct. 2005 (Terence, please correct me if I’m wrong) and joined the first cycling meet in Nov.  There were only 4 of us (Charles Wee, Andrew Yeung, Low Yew Kwong and myself).  Charles added bubbles with remarks on the pictures taken on that day – they were so funny.  I tried to attach these photos of SHC’s first cycling meet here but was not successful.   (Charles, may be you can post those pictures on the SHC website huh?)

    Sat. 17 March 2007 – Line Dancing

    There will not be any "lesson" this Saturday due to the Cycling Activity @ ECP.  However, those who want to practice their dance steps, can still come to Far East Square – Metal Gate from 7.30pm onwards.  This will be the last Saturday night practice before the D&D.

    After the D&D, there will not be any more "lesson" on Saturday night or posting of Dance List.  Those who are still interested in coming to the jam can check on the Line Dance Society website for details.

    On behalf of the SHC Line Dance Group, thank you all who read and commented on our notices, and especially to those who came to watch or join us during past Saturday nights. 

    Bye for now!  emoticon

    Coming Sat Line Dancing – 10 Mar

    This coming Saturday, the SHC line dancers will be late due to their participation in the monthly walk.

    They will be going to F.E. Sq. only after their walk and dinner.  Therefore, there will not be any lesson this Saturday.  Also, there will not be any posting of the dance list as – request will be made on ad hoc basis as and when required by SHC dancers.

    The jam will start as usual at 7pm, Far East Square, Metal Gate.  Dress colour code : White.

    Line Dance

    Terence, It was a pleasant surprise to see you on Sat. and new comer Dave.

    Dave, it was your first time – so, don’t be too hard on yourself.  "Rome was not build in one day."  Continue to come and join in the fun and exercise.

    There was another new comer – a lady who came late.  She came at the end when you guys have already had your "lessons and practices on the dance floor".

    A reminder for anyone who wish to join us on Sat.  "Lesson" at 6pm followed by "dancing" from 7pm onwards.

    Details of venues and timing for Sat. and Wed. nights line dancing have been posted previously in this website, so I will not repeat it here.

    Hope to see more new faces joining us either on Wed or Sat.

    Public Line Dance – Sat. 3 March

    Venue: Far East Square – Metal Gate
    Date: 3 March 07
    Time: 7pm – 1030pm
    Fee: $2
    Dress code: Bling Bling (shiny)

    1. Ghost Train
    2. Come On Over Baby
    3. Stroll Along Cha
    4. The tide is high
    5. Crazy Love
    6. DHSS
    7. Ain’t It Funny
    8. My humps
    9. She’s Like The Wind
    10. Kiss your heart goodbye
    11. Make a move
    12. Venus/Ho Hou Ying
    13. Corazon Espinado
    14. 2004* Play
    15. Simplemente
    16. Evergreen
    17. Get Me Bodied
    18. Buttons
    19. Mib
    20. Bootylicious
    21. Whenever
    22. Little star
    23. Still Dirty
    24. I tell you what
    25. Like Wot You Do
    26. Pon De Replay
    27. Something that you do
    28. Angel
    29. Hit the floor
    30. Want Ya
    31. Booty Shakin/ TGIF
    32. Make A Move
    33. Ass In Motion
    34. Candyman
    35. Arabian Night
    36. Beep
    37. Get Mine, Get Yours
    38. Body in motion
    39. Last Minute
    40. Island in the stream
    41. Window Shopping
    42. Marimba
    43. Sail Away Cha
    44. Alive
    45. Mysterious Girl
    46. Control me
    47. Don’t Cha Wish
    48. Ass In Motion
    49. Black Horse
    50. Cant help myself

    All are welcome.  We will go through the requested numbers (in colour) at 6pm.

    Line Dance List – 24 Feb.07

    by Line Dance Society ( http://www.espioneer.com/template.asp?vid=lds ) check this website for your "low hei" pictures. 

    Venue: Far East Square – Metal Gate
    Date: 24 Feb 07
    Time: 7pm – 1030pm
    Fee: $2
    Dress code: Blue

    One Step Forward
    Simplemente
    Trippin
    Corazon Espinado
    Crazy Love
    5678
    Little Star
    Cool Whip
    Rudebox
    TGIF/Booty Shakin
    It Had To Be You
    Party Up
    This is Good
    Wild Wild West
    Make a Move
    Whenever
    Disco
    Something That You Do
    No Dancing Today
    Pure Movies
    Natural Selection
    Love Stoned
    Kiss your Heart Goodbye
    Push
    Arabian night
    Candy Man
    200*4 Play
    Still Dirty
    Sway / Marimba
    Wickkidest Ting
    Unbutton
    Angel
    Latin Quarter
    MIB
    Alive
    Ass In Motion
    Copacabana
    Pon De Replay
    Like Wot You Do
    Islands in the Stream
    Get Mine, Get Yours
    Hands Up
    Back Jack – Do It Again
    Shattered Dreams
    Last Minute

    General Info on Line Dancing

    The following is a reply to enquiries posted in the Line Dancing comments which I thought might be informative for all by posting it here in the General Forum.

    Dear Sadliu and Onlysue,

    Practically all CCs conduct line-dancing classes from elementary to advance level.

    SHC line dancers congregate at 2 venues that I know of :

    1) Sat. public dancing at Far East Square, China St. from 7 to 10.30pm

    2) Wed. Practice sessions at rooftop of Blk.146A Toa Payoh (opp. HDB Hub) from 7.15pm onwards.

    At the moment, SHC line dancers are working hard at these 2 venues in preparation to perform for the SHC Annual D&D on 24 Mar.

    Make your way to any of these venues and you will meet the SHC line dancers.

    In general:
    It is easier for line dancers to pick up social dance than for social dancers to pick up line dancing.  The reason :  line dance steps incorporate steps from other forms of dancing such as cha cha, sambal, rumba, latin, broadway, jazz, waltz, etc.  Line dance step comprises a set of 8 counts versus 4 in other forms of dancing.  A simple line dance ususally have a minimum of 32 counts.

    How fast one picks up line dancing depend very much on the individual.  Some are ‘natural’ dancers, some work hard to achieve, some just go with the flow.  Whatever the case might be, one thing for sure – line dancers will keep their body and mind healthy because it is not just physical exercise, but brain work as well.

    Caution :
    Some line dancers stressed themselves out by trying too hard to "master" every dance.  In the end, they get ‘burned out’.  One should try one’s best within one’s limit so that one can enjoy the music as well as the pleasure of dancing.

    You can check out the following websites as well :

    http://www.espioneer.com/template.asp?vid=lds

    http://www.geocities.com/dancediary/

    All are welcome.  Hope you can come join in the fun as well.! emoticon