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Singapore Botanic Gardens

Function Hall (Near Tanglin Gate)

5^th July 2008   1.00 – 5.00pm.

AWAKENING

• Lendan’s Oasis (Open to public)
•  Exhilarating Facial & Body Demo
• Alluring Beauty Promotions
• Personal Skin Analysis
• Grand Lucky Draw!  

Host: Tan Chian Wah

Hi Everyone!

I was browsing for more information on the NDP this year when I came across this interesting website.

I’m Vivien Ler, 52, married and working. Past hobbies include running competitively and mountain climbing. Currently, my main interests are line dancing, outdoor activities, travelling, reading and connecting with people.

Cheerios!

VIvIEn LeR

Dear SHCians,

Date:  Saturday, 12^th July 2008.

Note:  slight change in routine from previous walks ie., a F&E time before  the actual Walk.

A headstart of approx 35mins… Step into a wholesome experience, SouthEast Asia’s 1^st 1-stop gardening hub that is recreational, educational… @ HortPark located at  33 Hyderabad Road (off Alexandra Road), just before turning into AYE. 

Arrive at:  HortPark Centre @ 3.45pm

(FREE & EASY EXPLORATION ON YOUR OWN, strongly recommended! HortPark is an enclosed area, the paths are easy go & romp). Just watch your time as after HortPark, walk back to Floral Walk where I shall meet all of you at the base of Alexandra Arch – the bridge at 4.30pm).    

Getting to HortPark:

From HarbourFront NEL Station (NE1) : Buses** available 61, 93, 100, 166, 963

Other Buses**: 51, 97

**Buses will travel along Telok Blangah Road & turn right into Alexandra Road.
Alight at  the 3^rd bus-stop (look for the overhead bridge that is White and looks like an opened leaf-like form).  When you alight from the bus, on your left is the Floral Walk, the gateway to HortPark.

For those who love floral/gardens, this will be a wonderful time to feast your eyes on some lovely blooms!  You have 35mins to enjoy a FREE & EASY delightful stroll along paths lined with flowering plants.       

When you arrive at HortPark, walk PASS the Floral Walk quickly (admire the flowers here later on the way back).  Go direct to the HortPark Centre/Lobby; walk right into the 23 hectare regional park.  There is a collection of 20 theme gardens in this gardening hub.

eg., find out…. why are there used baby cots, prams in the garden? 

What is the Skyrise/Vertical Garden?  Where is it?  As you retrace your steps back to HortPark Centre; as you are nearer, on the right is the Skyrise or “Vertical” Garden.

Freshen up          head back to the Floral Walk!

Meet  @ the base of the bridge/Alexandra Arch @ 4.30pm (sharp).    

Our walk leads across the Alexandra Arch to the Forest walk – the Earth Trail, that offers a some what rugged experience bringing you closer to the wildlife found in the area.

We bring to you this part of the trail (approx 6km)  that provides a seamless link of green, open spaces spanning Telok Blangah Hill Park – Hilltop Walk, once a gathering place for trading communities that flourished in the area in the early 19^th century; …… to Henderson Waves, the highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore that connects Telok Blangah Hill to Mt Faber; a sanctuary of greenery that was previously not accessible.  

At Mt Faber — depends on the time and energy level of the group – whether we shall continue to meander through the slopes OR just spend moments to enjoy the skyline of twinkling lights, ships in calm waters….. Then satisfy our tummy urges at the quieter HarbourFront food court, away from the bustling Vivocity; to continue a pleasant evening of fellowship.

Register here.      :D

OR if you need clarification, drop me an email: chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Stay cool!  Be cool!             c ya!

The Walk Team

ChristinaCL Chan, CharlesW, VeronicaW, MaryT, JeffreyL

Gentle Reminder:

Partipants: 1 KarenT; 2 Mei Foo; 3 Melissa Khng; 4+5 Venika+KristinL; 6 Esther Leong; 7 Ann To; 8+9 Vince Wong+Carol; 10+11 Paul Leong+ Jenny; 12 Ann Lim; 13 Lee Ah Nee; 14-16 Cheryl Ho+Janet Ng+ElizabethH; 17+18 Lily+Dolly; 19 VeroniqueL; 20 AnnaSeet; 21+22 SusanChang+Lina; 23 JudyLim; 24+25 GwynethL+Nina; 26+27 Aaron+JulietO; 28 LeeKS; 29 HelenK; 30 RonaldL; 31 DaisyP; 32 ElizaC; 33 StevenC 34 DoreenH; 35 DanH; 36 JoyC; 37 BoonLiang; 38 Peng2; 39 OiCheng; 40 Alice Seah; 41 PaulineKhoo; 42 SereneL; 43 CharlesW; 44+45 MaryC+NoraC …. and counting Regrets: AndrewYeung; CharlesChua; GingkoTay; Jane SC Chua;

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Hi MaryC, CatherineH, and others who are just as crazy as myself. 

This topic follows a comment by MaryC a few days ago, about making crafts for her new "in-laws".  And, when I offer to throw a party, she says we have to find her a groom first.  And, CatherineHo has been asked to be a party organiser too.  Well, like some of us, I too wanted to offer to find MaryC a groom, until this morning.

This morning at 6am, while rushing to catch a flight to Kathmandu, I chance upon the Straits Times, 01 July 2008, Page H20.  And for the first time, I read the advertisement headlined "Establish and manage a dating business".  I think it is organised under WDA.  As I am now at the airport, I could not remember what the course content is like; but it has something to do with establishing and evaluating a dating business.   We had this topic of dating a year back, but did not spring to mind any ideas.

Caught on my mind this morning, that a few of us may be interested to start a dating business for people in Singapore.  You know young people are marrying later; fuzzy, aiyah for many reasons.  The course is, I think, $321 per person, SDF funded.  Anybody, likes to join the course, and see if this is a business in Singapore.  As you know, I am always keen in running projects which seniors can run, with their experience and knowledge.  Hopefully, some thing we can park under Blue Helmet.

Thanks MaryC and Catherine H.  I am aware some of us may find this topic objectional, but hopefully some of us will look at it as something we can do, as a business, as we get older; and influencing our young to start early.

Terence Seah  

Wanna know where the 6 crazy SHCians were last night from 10pm – 5am?  We embarked on a "60Km: Half Island Ride" from 28 June – 29 June.

We cycled from ECP MacD – Fort Rd – Nicholl Highway – Shenton Way – Telok Blangah Rd -passed by VIVO city and reached Labrador Park at 11:45pm for break.  At 12am, we proceeded to West Coast Highway – Jalan Buroh – Jurong Port Rd.  We arrived Yuan Ching MacD at 1:30am and took a 20-30m break.

About 2am, we moved on to Boon Lay Way – Ulu Pandan Park Connector, passed by Jurong East Central – Clementi – Commonwealth Ave – Alexandra Rd – Havelock Rd – Eu Tong Sen – Victoria Street.  We rested at nearby Allson Hotel.

We journeyed on our last segment from Victoria Street – Nicoll Highway – Stadium Rd – Tg Rhu completing the ride back to ECP MacD with the first batch landed their firing bum at 4:45am.

Throughout the 60km+ journey, we have had a mixture of feelings – fear, excitement and ultimately, the adrenaline of a new challenge.  We were riding alongside vehicles along the busy hubs, highways and were treated to the night sights and sounds of Singapore.

To feel the wind rushing against our faces was an unforgettable experience and together with the good companionship of SHCian cyclists, it was indeed a treat away from our normal hectic and stressful lifestyle.  To top it off, we were blessed with a breezy and cooling night weather which made the ride all the more memorable.  It was a ride forever etched in our memories.

Despite some of us have initial doubts about our BODY and SOUL adjustment. No doubt, we SHCians have proven  that we are still able to keep up with the stamina and stay awake!  In fact, we did it with much enthusiasm and rewarded with a thrill experience!

So, Comrades! Are you still game to join me for the next biggest challenge of "Round Island Ride of 120km?

By the way, we started our Adventure Riding this year.  Those who missed the boat can do a search under "cycling/riding passion/outdoor activities" on the following:

1. ‘Lou Hei ride on 16 Feb 08

2. Explore Park Connector: Tanah Merah-Bedok area – Pasir Ris Park on 23 Feb 08

3. Have Passport will ride to JB, Tg Pengerang on 12 Apr 08

4. National Runway at Paya Lebar Air Force on 25 May 08

5. PIP….

We are reviving our Riding Passion to regain the momentum with a regular long distance cycling workout.  We LOVE to see more SHCians who are as passionate and crazy about adventure cycling to explore places together with us:

• Tentative date: 26 July 08, Saturday (postpone)
• Meeting Time: 5pm at ECP MacD bicycle Kiosk
• Route: Eastern Coastal Park Connector (detour, refer to email)
• Workout > Dinner > Workout >Supper/Balek Kampung!

The usual riders are:  (own Bike) Rene Leong/Douglas Chan/Boon Liang & (rent bike) Joyce Tan….

Coming are: (own Bike) Kathryn Lee/ (rent bike) Mike, Alicia, Ros White, Teresa Huang, John Seah, Ronald Wie, Dave Tan

Anyone game for the adventure…please write here or email: rene.leong@gmail.com if you have some questions.

NB:*This is not a DUPLICATION of Monthly Leisure cycling for amateur "L" plate.  This is an adventurous sport.   Basically, it requires some thigh conditioning.

Cheers,

Rene and Douglas

This post has been adjusted to https://silverhairsclub.com/2008/06/1883.  Edited by Terence Seah