Monthly walk: Sat 14Feb

Dear SHCians!

14th February….. Let’s think about love and friendship.  A Japanese once told me that in Japan it is also referrred to as Tomo-choko (???)  
Tomo meaining friend; choko meaning chocolate.  Got the ‘hint’? …make this a Memorable Valentine’s Day!       emoticon

You are invited to a KOOL date….. to explore our Singapore’s latest downtown icon; the 1st reservoir in the heart of the city! 
the magnificient MARINA BARRAGE!  

This unique 3-in-1 provides:
1)  Water supply — will increase our local water supply source,
2)  Flood control — being a dam built across the Marina Channel to keep out seawater and 
3)  New Lifestyle attraction — ideal for all kinds of recreational activities; set to become an integrated watersports hub and
premier tourist attraction.

A WALK THAT IS DIFFERENT !  An opportunity to        emoticon
(i)  "Walk on Water" by crossing the dam across the Marina Channel.
(ii) "Stand on a Green Roof"  to view our city skyline with the sea as your backdrop; definitely, a view with a great difference!
(iii) "Stroll in the park"  enjoy the fountains in the open central courtyard, watch kids running through the community water playground.
(iv)  an intriguing gallery awaits….. must try, must see…
(v)  have a "Picnic at the Barrage"  ….BYO picnic basket.  Yes, it is allowed but NO Littering & CLEAN UP! before you leave.

Date: Saturday, 14 February 2009   (in case, you didnt get the date right …) haha

Leaders for this walk: ChristinaCL Chan & Charles Chua

Duration:  less than 2hours; you may stay as long as you wish but, do catch the Last Bus out.
**Last Bus from Marina Barrage: 9.00pm

Meeting Point & Time: Entrance to Marina Barrage Main Lobby at 4.30pm sharp.

Though the Barrage is completed; the area directly around it is still under heavy construction.  I had recced this place 3x.  There are
shady roads but I believe no one would want to walk along the dusty roads where trucks with sand, stones rumbled past….
So, for the safety of all, take the MRT!

How to get there:
MRT Station:  Marina Bay, EXIT B, walk straight out, turn right to the Pick-up stop to board the Free shuttle bus service to Marina Barrage.
The shuttle is approx at 10 minute intervals, subject to traffic conditions. 

Those who drive:
from ECP Exit 17A;
from AYE Exit 18;
from Cross Street/Central Boulevard;
from Maxwell Road/Marina Boulevard(NTUC Centre);

THEN travel on…. Marina Station Road/Marina Place/Marina Mall/Marina Grove/Marina way to Marina Barrage entrance/carpark. Free parking.


What to bring:
Your camera!
A shawl or something to keep you warm, might get chilly at sundown.
Sun visor or cap(hold on to it, lest it is blown away).  There are shades but one might not get a good view.  
Bring umbrellas, but hold on to it lest it is blown away!

NOTE:
A cafe serves light snacks & from Sundown it will be a pub with ‘live’ music & serves finger food. 
A restaurant serves ala carte dinner.

REGISTER HERE.
If you need clarification, drop me an email:   chrischan5575@yahoo.com

WHO ARE COMING:

1. Daniel Ong   2. Patsy   3. Lim Tian Soo   4. Feztus Lim   5. Caroline Gee   6. Myra Chia   7. Freddy Liew   8. Bernie Chung   9. Mary Chan   10. Lee King Seng   11. Sarah Zahriah   12. Daisy Yeo   13. Annie Loh   14. Anna Seet   15. Steven Chan   16. Bobby Yee   17. Lina Ng   18. Lim Ah Nee   19. Susan Chang   20. Bira Lupolo   21. Josephine Yap   22. Jenny Tham   23. Juliana Kok   24. Lee Seok Cheng   25. Christina ChanWH   26. Peggy Yap   27. Arthur Yap   28. Charles Wee   29. Gingko Tay   30. Pauline Chew   31. Alan Bok   32. Ann Bok   33. Henry Lim   34. Vince Wong   35. Carol Wong   36. Lee Peng Peng   37. Janet Chan   38. Lawrence Khan   39. Kristin Leong   40. Alice Seah   41. Dorothy Shem   42. Linda Chang   43. John Howe   44. Ronald Lee   45. AnnTo  46. Rosalind Koh  47. Kenneth Tan  48. Rosalind Koh  40. Gengha Dhevi  50. Wong Hong Jeng  51. Lilian Teo  52. Dorothy Lee  53. Eliza Chua  54. Lina Tan  55. Angie Ng  56. Evelyn Ong  57. Katherine Chong  58. Peggy Ho  59. Joyce Tan  60. Paul Kong  61. Peggy Kong  62.Doris Lim  63. Gibson  64. Oi Cheng  65. CJ  66. Karen Thio  67. Lydia  68. Jane Tan  69. Jenny Tan  70. Christopher Chean  71. Jacqueline Han  72. Clara Chay  73. Maureen Lee  74.  MollyC  75. VeroniqueL  76. Catherine Chong 77. Evelyn Ong 78. Charles Chua   79. ChristinaCL Chan  
 

EOs of the Walk Team:   Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan; Charles Chua, Serene Low and me, ChristinaCL Chan….signing off…
Stay kool!   Be kool!     Till then…..        emoticon   emoticon

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Author: ChristinA Chan (Walking group leader)

Interests: Health related and socials.

109 thoughts on “Monthly walk: Sat 14Feb”

  5. Hi Christina

    Pls include me for this walk. Have been missing too many walks already. With all the CNY goodies consumed, time to work out.

    Many thanks.

    Cheers!
    Caroline Gee

  11. Hi DanielO, you are No.1!

    James, hope you find your way this time… c u!

    TS L, I think I read somewhere in the Comments that there are 2 with their names spelt almost identical.. wonder if I have met you… will I’ll find out soon enuf.

    FeztusL, wow! another with a unique name like Myra.. c both then!

  12. #5 CG, yep long time! yes, this place is so spacious surely can do some group 5BX.

    #7 Bernie, glad you are coming for the walk, too.

    #9TimL,,, surely you will show face, rite..then, you can sing us “To all the woman” you’ve loved before” :D
    Perhaps, Sengh might appear too. teeheehe

    Cheerio!

  13. #8 Dear Mary, worry not, this is SG’s icon… trust all external factors well taken care. Besides, there is ample shelter from the sun & rain!

    Thanks for the reminder though…’umbrella’ might be needed for the short distance: from the MRT Exit to the free Shuttle service stop. BUT, rain it shall not :D

    C u, anyway.
    Cheerio!

  16. #15 CG, I think I recall you have a nice picnic basket & we know you are a good cook, too…. hee yummy food coming….

    I think Mary also has one, too… who else?

    Saturdays, my sched is always a little fluid, I am sure something can be arranged, let’s see at a nearer date.

    Cheerio!

  17. Dear Christina

    Look forward to sinking my feet at the new reservoir Marina Barrage, stand at Green Roof then enjoy a cup of tea at Sundown. Hope not to miss you friends, pls wait for me … (but tell me where to meet?)

    Greeting all an early “Happy & Beautiful Valentine’s Day”.

    Sarah.

  22. #17 SarahZ, welcome to the newcomer? We look forward to c u often in our walks & all other activities.

    Where to meet? mmmm…er… please read the post once again:
    Meeting Point & Time: Entrance to Marina Barrage Main Lobby at 4.30pm sharp….. etc

    Cheerio!

  23. “14th February….. Let’s think about love….. in Japan it is also referrred to as Tomo-choko ……Tomo meaining friend; choko meaning chocolate. Got the ‘hint’? …make this a Memorable Valentine’s Day!”

    Sure I get the hint. Eat chocolate, I get constipation. “Eat” a friend such as you, you’ll get stuck on the way out of me and so where I go you go…..yes, very memorable and hopefully you’re malleable enough for me to pull out finally…heeeheee.

    Will make an effort to join you all………………..

  24. Hahaha!!

    What to do if lightning strikes? Make sure the tallest SHC member is there to act as a lightning conductor.

    Food to be brought along? Must tag along with those who have brought a picnic basket.

    Caroline: chi kee koo chi kee? Only for those who can fend off the hungry wolves from the picnic baskets.

    Valentine’s Day Walk? All attendees must hold hands with a partner during the walk except don’t hold hands with the lightning conductor.

  25. CC

    Hahaha my picnic basket,together with all the goodies got stolen. Must see what and how much I can pack into my backpack since we are going for a walk first.

    Kenneth

    I have my sunnies, towel, water bottle, paper fan, purse, keys, mat, sunblock, sunvisor – looks like only a pack of rice with beef rendang, achar and ayam goreng and a fruit can masok the bag leh. See who holds my hand can share my packet of rice lah heee!

    Cheers!
    Caroline Gee

  28. #24 Kenneth, Kenneth will thou hold hands with CG & me? I wanna share her beef rendang leh very sedap one….
    Come join us. (ps: I still need to pay back the M$).

    oh yea.. what happened to our tallest member? He told me he is joining us… good to have him towering us for once :D

    Cheerio!

  29. Hi Xstina,

    Sure he will tower above all others but this time round
    he will volunteer to carry Caroline’s Gee HUGE bag of yummy goodies ie beef rendang, achar and ayam goreng.

    I can now “SMELL” her at a distance.
    My perut is now growling Nik ouk Nik Ouk.

    Ha! ha! ha1 ha! Ha! ha1 ha1 ha!Ha! ha1 ha1 ha!
    Practice makes perfect.

  32. #26 AbelT, think I remember who you are but, are u that one I think you are? sure hope you can change your shift duty! then, I shall know.

    #29 ‘alo StevenC, Thanks for responding to the call. I say the same to the mmmmh food ha ha ha
    I like the X-factor; at 1st glance I thought how come you X eyes huh addressing someone else in this post? I love my full name better. TQ :D

    C u guys!
    Cheerio!

  33. #30 BobbyY, TQ, glad we’ll see you again.

    #31 LinaN, Ah Nee, SusanChang; TQ.. the walk is easy so after that u ladies could still have lots of energy to adjourn for pom cha2.

    Cheerio!

  34. Hi Christina:
    Please count me in, on 14th mrg I had other appointments but shall try my best to be there by 4.30pm in case of last minute changes I shall text Daisy to pass msg to u guys.
    Btw I had this height probia, hope my legs wont go soft on me. C u

  36. Dear Christina

    Pls include Josephine Yap in your attendance list. She will come along with me to enjoy the evening. Just waiting for a bright afternoon on 14 Feb.

    Rgds – Sarah

  37. #34 MaureenL, thanks for the info, hope you can make it as the place is beautiful & also to enjoy a great evening with many SHCians.
    As for heights, worry not, stand a distance from the railings you can still have a marvellous view of our city skyline.

    Cheerio!

  40. Christina,

    I don’t know who you are referring. Aren’t you all my ‘kawan’ ? I think it is more appropriate
    for Maureen and I to have someone who will support us incase our legs go soft,right ? Any volunteers ? he he…

  41. To the lady who adds an “i” in her bra……….anything about you that is soft, soft legs included, you can count on me to upport…………

  43. Hey Maureen
    I’m not accepting any text from you this time cause I’m going to see you there. It’s been quite sometime since and it’s high time too. C ya.

    Thanks Christina. Am wondering what or whom I’m hiding from? Mmm…. Maybe you know me better than me?

    Hello Mary
    Recall your very kind welcome when I first came on board. Shall look out for the beauty I hear so much of. See you then.

  46. Hi Daisy Yeo
    Thank you for the generous compliment. I will keep a lookout for you too. I think we should all wear our name tags at the walk too, so we can identify each other right?

    EOs and Christina
    What say you? Name tags will help a lot.

  55. Hi, Can’t join you all. Work calls but thought just mentioned it – those driving there, park lots rather limited. But … still, enjoy your walk@marina barrage.

  60. Hi EOs,

    Am I right to say that this WALK at the Marina Barrage is not so much of walking but rather strolling & viewing the surrounding. From MAS building and in my office, I could see the whole of Marina South is under heavy constructions and blocking, no path or road for you to walk leh. My colleague said after 5.00 pm, it is very scenic and relaxing to sit around to munch potato chips, keropok, peanuts or crunch an apple. See you all this Sat, A WALK THAT IS DIFFERENT ! :)

    Ah Nee

  61. “……………..this WALK at the Marina Barrage is not so much of walking but rather…….viewing the surrounding. From MAS building…………I could see the whole of Marina South ………no path or road for you to walk leh………”

    Ok, ANee, this is what you can do since you’re used to seeing from height and viewing the surroundings.

    Find 2 longer than long stilts many times the height of MAS bldg (where to find them is a problem tho). Tie each to your legs (how to stand up after tying is another problem) and since you dont fancy walking you can stand to look and admire everything…..and you’ll see Abel and his gang unable to reach a deal with pretties at the doorsteps of their Tg Balai hotel. With such long stilts, one stride you’ll be standing in front of their hotel helping them in their bargain………..and one step back and you’re home again.

    As a fun past-time, you can trap planes flying btwn yr stilts or join Danz & his dancers in an innovated version of the fox-trot called the zombie bounce…….then nobody needs to circle round the bamboo circus to do the laughing exercise. Heeeheee………….

  62. #43 DaisyY, there are a few Daisies but only 1 DaisyYeo, so I think I know you but not well {smile} and you would not be hiding from the sun/rain… how about MIA?
    Glad you are in the walk :D

    Cheerio!

  63. #55 LTan, thanks for the reminder.

    Yes, the carpark is considered small. I hope not many of you will drive, if you do, wish to suggest “car-pool”.
    Also, not sure if you are allowed to park along the road & also I would not recommend it with all the on-going construction!

    Cheerio!

  64. #46 MaryC, thanks for the suggestion.

    If you are comfortable to wear the name tags, go ahead; I will leave it to individuals to decide as
    1) this is an outdoor activity
    2) we are gathered in a public attraction

    Honestly, the registration is beyond my expectation.
    THANKs much everyone!

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  65. #60 Ah Nee,

    Bingo! you are right.

    I did say “a walk that is different!” {smile} I will endeavor to provide a brief background and will try my best to ensure that ALL who are present will enjoy at least the 4 pointers I had mentioned PROVIDED all of you follow my directional signs — all will get to walk. :D

    c u!

    Cheerio!

  66. Dear All,

    have noted your registrations, quite some new faces I sure have many names/faces to remember good exercise for my eyes/brain… hahahaha
    shall update your names later….

    THANKs MUCH!

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  70. #67 LinaN, thanks noted…
    John Howe: MIA fm walks long long time hor

    #68 RonaldL… c you!

    #69PengPeng, thanks noted…
    ah ha AnnTo glad you are joining the walkers!

    Thanks :D

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  71. Dare I say it?

    Please put my name down for the walk but… it’s tentative!

    I will be tagging along with anyone who’s got food… holding hands? Depends on what food…

  76. #72 RosalindK, you are in! c you!

    #73 RogerL, thanks for info; no worries, there is always another walk. C you sometime, somewhere…

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  78. Dear All,

    suggest to linger till the lights are up! My friends had shown me some photos of the night scene @ Marine Barrage! Lovely!

    Bring a good/professional camera!

    I didnt want to state this earlier …. fyi Gallery Cafe MIGHT have a surprise or sth special for couples celebrating Valentine! So, pop in!
    ps: I am not promoting for the cafe, hor :D

    Unfortunately, the restaurant do not have any special menus and I personally find their steamboat menus very pricey!

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL

  81. #55 #63 Those who drive

    Just found this info but unable to check if it is still valid, or the carparks are blocked by constructions, so park at own risk….

    Marina Car Park A is located near Marina Park Drive; near Marina Mall;
    Marina Carp Park B is located 0.1 kilometre away from Marina Mall; 0.2 kilometre away from Marina Grove

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  82. Dear Participants for this walk:

    Thank you for the overwhelming response… more than 50 SHCians will be at the Marina Barrage this Saturday…

    1st walk of the year 2009
    1st walk on a Valentine’s day

    Each of you will be standing on an approx S$226 million project. It shall be a great 2009 for all!

    For all to enjoy the Marina Barrage, I shall provide a briefing about THE site at 4.30pm. Please arrive on time.

    Thanks much.
    Till then……

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  86. Dear Christina

    So much of excitement, cannot be left out. My friend, Dorothy Lee, our new member, will be coming with me.
    Kindly register for us.

    Thks & rgds – Lilian

  88. #80 Sekaran, noted. Gengha Dhevi welcome!

    #84 JenniferW, that’s sweet to let us know how you felt; please do not feel sorry/sad because u cant join us. FYI, most of our walks are scheduled on 2nd Saturday each month, though there are a couple on the 1st week….if you are adventurous then dun miss our next walks on 14Mar & a scenic walk on 25Apr. In Jan09 I have put up the dates for the year… check it. :D

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  89. #85 HongJeng, think I’ve met you before… glad you are joining us.

    #86LilianT, thanks for bringing a new member.

    Dorothy, welcome to our 1st walk of the year & probably your 1st activity in SHC….. you have a lively bunch to meet this Sat, do not let their boisterous manner scare you :D

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  90. #83… there goes the rendang beef… sorry Kenneth, I am one of those lazy ones no good food to ta pau for you BUT we go for good food, rite Hainan 2nd St… :D

    #87 AngieN… glad you are able to join us again.

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  91. wow! near to 60pax. Trust I have not left out any names.

    Anyone has a ‘mike’?

    If not, it is likely I will split the group into 2; kick start the early birds. I will be there by 4pm, please try not to arrive earlier… pai sei :D

    I believe my briefing shall give all a better insight of MB that will make your visit a little more knowledgeable & enjoyable! I shall try…

    Thanks much!

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  93. #92 Alicia dear….answer to my prayer…kum sia, bery kum sia …you ok to bring ‘Mike’,I accept, oh yea, bring Honey along, okie hehehe

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  94. Hi Chris

    If Alicia brings honey along then a line of bears will follow.

    The open space at the top level is windy n gd 4 kite flying. Do bring your kites along 4 short flight. If u want 2 take a gd look at the waterfront, do bring along your bino. Beautiful sights.

    I will drop by to say hello 2 u guys n then bunk off 4 an appt.

    Happy Valentine’s Day to all of U n many, many, many years of love to come.

  97. Hi Christina, yes indeed I was not in many sessions of your walk due to a variety of reasons and excuses. Aha! Looking forward to catching up with you tomorrow.

    Cheers!

  102. Hi Christina

    Seldom ride the train so had a hard time finding my way there. Thanks very much for waiting for this sua koo.Very patient EO indeed.

    The view was really beautiful so it was worth the struggle to get there.

    Cheers
    Caroline Gee

  104. Dear All,

    I have included your names: those who registered or came on the day itself… sorry for the lateness in updating… my pc at home going bongkus!

    Once again, thanks for joining in this walk. I wished more had stayed on till the lights are turned on! The view is beautiful… well, perhaps it is me… I have been to MB 4x will be going again :D

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  105. #102 CG, it was my pleasure… glad you make the effort to find the way there despite the misdirection from passers-by. I like that spirit!

    Many people in Spore(not only Sporeans) are not aware of MB and/or how to get there… Schools are bring the students so it is good to go there now before it gets crowded! :)

    Thanks!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  106. #103 Oi Cheng, thanks for uploading the photos. I have yet to view them as had problems with my pc….

    I wish to thank the photographers: Charles Wee, CJ, Kim Seng and Boon Liang for sharing his photos.

    Thanks much!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  107. Dear MaryC,

    I just wish to touch base with you ….After we spoke and you mentioned that you will make another round of the 6 Galleries to find that ‘fun’ place I had mentioned…

    Later, I went into the Galleries, to my surprise they were all well lit up. I visited MB twice last year, the lightings were much “dimmed” so when one arrived at #5 the feelin was different…as you try to look for familiar sites & stepped onto glass panels! followed by chuckles and screams :D
    Perhaps some has complained about the dimness.. sorry, not fun anymore.

    The other where you can snap a foto & emailed: it was ‘hogged’ by students… no chance to try :D

    Well, hope you and all did enjoy MB.

    Cheerio!
    ChristinaCL Chan

  108. Christina C.

    The walk was fun and informative. Now that you’ve explained I can understand why I thought I had missed the ‘fun’ place you mentioned. Yes, it was too brightly lit up and the excitement was taken out of it. I actually breezed right through that indoor section.

    Anyway, it was an interesting kind of walk, especially the outdoors. The view from the top of the ‘spiral walk’ and the barrage was lovely. It was windy and surprisingly cool that day.

    I think I missed one part which was at the lower end of the spiral walk, somewhere where the fountain and frolicking kids were. I only noticed it when I was viewing the photos.

    Thanks for organising another great event Christina. You took the trouble to recci the place and even gave us a pre-walk description of the place! You are a fantastic EO!

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