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

HI calling for all dog lovers who is keen to brave de stench & dirt muddy if rain….

you have to bring extra baju & waters . it a real awesome pity sight to see so many dogs who ve all been spay. u ve to see to believe it .if u are afraid to get dirty u may stand outside de wooden door to peep it…

for those who is keen to buy dog foods or ve any dog foods must be in a can..i ,can come to u n pick it up.please take note , this  is a EC event…

i ,intend to rope in 4 more  dog lovers in my coming visit.detail as folow ;

date….some where in sunday of  oct.

time…0900hr

$$$ RM 200 inclusive of petrol ,toll charge & 1 meal

pick up pt ; lakeside mrt spore

return trip drop off  point  @ jb city square shopping centre in malaysia.

before we hit to de dog farm..we will had  bak kut teh 1st.

& if only time permit , i shall bring u all to de shopping centre or nursery farm

please email me for more detail at gohchinhuat@gmail.com.

any dog lover car owner who is keen to jump into de wagon pls indicate here…

cheers from brother sam goh

“There are three kinds of seniors … those who know IT and enjoy every minute of it. Those who understand what IT are about but do not know the good and bad about IT and the Internet. I call this group as “driving blindly through the Internet” and many have got their fingers burnt. This is the second kind. The third kind of seniors is those who heard about the usefulness of IT and the smart devices (smartphones, tablets), never use the Internet and do not know how or where to start.”

I propose now with my limited resource and budget, to start, in a small way, and make a difference to the third kind of seniors. For those first and second kinds of seniors, if you have any friend interested and willing to take the challenge, do let them know.

The details …

Course: Basic Computer and the Internet
For who: The third kind of seniors or those who just bought a laptop or iPad/tablet and/or a smartphone with data plan or just know how to do simple email.
Eligibility: Must own a laptop or iPad / tablet or a smartphone with data plan.
Duration: Weekly (every Thursday) for 12 weeks.
Time: 3PM to 5PM
Place of Learning: HDB void deck (in vicinity of Telok Blangah).
Period of Lessons: To be discussed with those confirmed (it must be a continuous 12 weeks)
Course contents: Basically to show you how to make use of the device you own to browse/surf the Internet, take part in online forum and emailing your love ones and friends.
First intake: 3 students only (as the HDB void deck table has only four chairs).
Course fee: $60 (payable at first lesson – no refund for missing lessons or quitting course).
Graduation: A free lunch will be given to those who completed the course or with 9 or more attendance.

If you need advice to buy a new digital device and/or which data plan is suitable for you, just let me know.

Those interested to find out more please come to or drop by our monthly small group gathering.

Hewlee (EC)

If your have Learn iT, you can Apply iT and enjoy Living with iT!

First Intake of 3 Participants:
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Dear all

There will be a tea dance this coming Sunday, 22nd September.  Details are as follows:

Venue:   Serangoon Garden Country Club
Time:  2.30 – 5.30 pm
Cost per drink: $10 ++ (to be paid by credit card only – no cash will be accepted)

This is an invitation from Charles Cher.  He and his team will be providing the live music.

Just register your names here if interested.

Cheersssss
Gabriella Chua

Registration list (only names of SHC members will be listed):
1   Julian Mok
2    SS Tan
3     Gabriella & friends

Julian and SS : I have submitted your names to Charles Cher (just let the guard at the gate know that you’re his guests and sign in the book).  Thanks.

REGISTRATION CLOSED

The National Library together with Origami Singapore is currently holding an exhibition of more than 200 pieces of origami. The origami pieces exhibited will range from simple to highly complex models, as well as different genres of origami; e.g. models folded from a single sheet of paper, tessellations, modular and compound origami. Also featured are origami creations by local origami designers.

The exhibition will be at the Central Library until Thursday, 19th September 2013 (my apologies for the late notification). It will then move to the Toa Payoh and Sengkang Public Libraries as follows:

Toa Payoh Public Library – 22 Sept to 31 Oct 2013
Sengkang Public Library – 3 to 29 Nov 2013

Further information available at:

National Library : http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/
Origami Singapore : http://sites.google.com/site/origamisingapore/

Ron Koh

Hi Cycling Buddies.

Our next cycling is 0n 21 Sep 2013

Meet at : Burger King – ECP
Time : 1600 hrs
Route : TO Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay (cycling will be on PCN and pedestrian paths)

Rental bikes are available,

Those joining:
1. douglas
2. Lily
3. Lina
4. Hou Chong
5. Eileen
6. Julian
7. YK
8. Charles Chua
9. Alan Ang
10.Malcolm

Ah Nee – with apologies as she unable to join this round

This is for you? one of your favorites………The Song of Sunset ????.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMJFBlwPdLU

Girlfren, today is Sept 18 2013………Time to say Goodbye………

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uyEn792JuM

PS : Janet’s family requested no visit tonight. SHC friends can attend wake on Monday or Tuesday. Blk 55 Marine Terrace void deck. Funeral and cremation on Wednesday 18 Sept.

***Funeral service starts at 8.45am on Wednesday 18 Sept

    Casket leaves at 9 am to Mandai Crematorium

For Shc friends who wish to attend the funeral on Wednesday 18 Sept,  please indicate here from now till tomorrow, Tue by 8pm in order for the family to ensure there are enough seats on the bus to Mandai Crematorium.

For those who wish to drive to Mandai, please go to Hall 3. Time: 9.45am – 10.15am***

Dear Janet

I am saddened by your passing this morning.

You were a soft spoken yet feisty fighter throughout your illness. Your passion for singing is well known. The Shanghai and Taipei Nite would not be the same without you.

Will not have the chance to duet ??? with you, sweet lady……my ??.

May you rest in peace, dear sweet fren.

Love ya!! Mwah.

Dear friends

As some of you may have known, we have a kopi kakis’ meet every Thursday.  Details are as follows:

• Next meet ~ Thursday, 26th September 2013
• Venue ~ Singapore Post Building food court (B2) .. Next to Paya Lebar MRT station
• Time: 2 – 4 pm
• SHC as well as non-SHC members since it’s an EC event
• A wide variety of food, beverages and desserts at this meeting place

Do come and join in this kopi meet ~ it’s for everyone who needs some company, yakyak on a lazy Thursday afternoon.  Bonding and making of new friends are very important for active aging.  “No man is an island.”  Sure to have fun, laughter through the sharing of jokes, life experiences etc.  We can talk about anything under the sun.  There’s really nothing to be shy about at this age!  haha  :-)

You can register your name on this blog if you wanna join in.

Cheers & warm regards,
Gabriella Chua, EC

Registration list (only names of SHC members will be listed here):

1    Gabriella Chua & friends

2    Tony Ang

3    SS Tan (sick)

Will give this kopi kakis meet a rest and probably

resume in late November 2013

We had a number of Business Round Table meetings, organised by Jeffrey Lim and assisted by Susan Chan.  These gatherings were usually round table dinners, and provided the opportunity for participants to network, understand each others business and sharing potential opportunities.

The objective is to provide members with opportunities to discuss business interests. However, while the dinners provided the settings for getting to know one another, a number of members felt the dinner overshadowed the intended objective.  We thank Jeff and Susan for the work and efforts.  We shall still move on, and see if we can have another format.  Let’s strive to see this event work.

Again, without putting restrictions in place, please share your thoughts on “How SHC can have a regular business meeting?” to cater to members business interests.  Please also register your name here.  I will likely have someone to coordinate this event on a regular basis.

Terence Seah

It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best, since you have to sweat up the hills and coast down them.  Thus you remember them as they actually are, while in a motor car only a high hill impresses you, and you have no such accurate remembrance of country you have driven through as you gain by riding a bicycle.  ~Ernest Hemingway

Are you looking for a cycling holiday with a distinct difference?

Green on Bikes!!! Nothing is quite like touring on bike for an ecological, cultural, culinary and experiential experience!!!!

Indeed, Sarawak – From pristine underwater marine life and untouched coral reefs to rich heritage and from wilderness to modern city landscape, Sarawak is a potpourri of experiences appreciated by travelers from all over the world. Head into Sarawak’s interiors and your heartbeat will flutter at the fascinating and enchanting dances of the multi-ethnic tribes living harmoniously with each other.

We energize with a team with the best of local knowledge and an insatiable passion for cycling to envision and provide adventurous experience.  With moderate, achievable riding on charming small roads through village communities and lots of local interaction, you will have a chance to learn about the country and the people who live here. Food is a highlight.

Fortunately, cycling offers a low-impact form of physical activity that appeal to a wide range of the population. As long as you’re reasonably fit and familiar with your own limits, you’re a good candidate for a cycling adventure.

Therefore, we are planning a series of cycling adventures in 2014 and the inaugural program is in early November 2013.

Tentative Program:

Day 1: Upon arrival transfer to guesthouse, preparation for the ride.

Day 2: Ride to Fairy Cave, explore the cave and have ethic lunch. Thereafter, ride to Lan-E-Tuyang Home Stay – check in freshen up and go to the gardens to pick durians (subject to season). Enjoy the intercultural experience in music and dance and local food.

Day 3: After breakfast, ride to CMPC, climb to the chapel and after that continue riding back to the city. Check in Riverside Majestic Hotel. Free and easy and have sea food dinner.

Day 4: Breakfast in the hotel, free and easy for shopping et cetera. Check out and transfer to Kuching International Airport for flight to Singapore.

Please indicate your interest here (No obligation) as we shall update the rates and other information. Please advise if you are bringing your own bike (Rental bike in Kuching is RM80 per day)

1) Malcolm Chen
2) Charles Chua

From March 2013, monthly walks will be an EC event till further notice.
You are allowed to bring your adult friends who are non-SHC members
(please get them to join SHC club, too).

Please observe SHC Rule  –
Names & pictures of non-members are not to be shown or mentioned
in SilverHairsClub.com!!

POSTED ON BEHALF OF EC – Serene Low

ECs for this walk: Serene Low and Alice Seah
Date:   Saturday,  14 September 2013
Start Time:   4.15pm  SHARP  
Duration of walk:   approx  2-1/2 hrs
Meeting Place:   Bedok MRT, Control Station

We shall head towards Cable Ski Park at East Coast Parkway.  Along the beach… let’s go!

An exciting walk, indeed…… you will see the public on Skis & Skates!
Breeze from the sea, and lovely blooms at Bougainvillea Garden to calm and cool your nerves.

At our end point: Bedok Food Centre at Bedok Road; variety of yummies
for your tummies –  the famous Kim’s Fried Hokkien Noodle (the long
sleeve man with Rolex watch frying away), Bak Kut Teh, etc., and many
other Malay and Indian foodstalls.

Bus #s 10, 14, 45 and 531 (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.

1. Serene Low
2. Alice Seah
3. Gabriella Chua
4. Tony Ang
5. Susan Tan
6. Ann Lim
7. Richard Wong
8. Bernie Chung
9. Julian Mok

If you required elder care services pl call Jenny or Vivan as we have a pool of dedicated SHC elder sitters available.
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