This one’s for all you punks and emo kids, all you misfits and goth kids, listen up! This 16 December 2017, it’ll be 12 Years Of EATMEPOPTART on a mission to share the music they love. From their humble beginnings as a trio that started out by playing for their friends, they’ve now grown into a band with club shows, bar nights, and their own outdoor event. If you’ve loved and lost, if you’ve torn it up with the dancefloor with your friends, if you’ve felt out of place in a crowded room — this anthem of youth is for…
Author: Deanna Lim
Deanna Lim
Lover of books, avid fan of Game of Thrones, and all-round glutton - my wallet can hardly keep up.
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They say never to judge a book by its cover, but we’re all guilty sometimes of judging someone by their appearance. On 1 December 2017, Human Library In The Dark lets you “borrow” a Human Book and talk to them, all under the gentle blanket of darkness. Without sight, all you’ll have is their voice, and the story they have to share. The cover of darkness makes everything more intimate; you’ll feel closer to them as you listen to their life experiences without judgement or stereotypes. And when the lights come on, will these Human Books match your expectations of…
Get ready for an evening of hitherto undiscovered local music and the arts at Goodman Arts Centre this 25 November 2017. Head down to Goodman: B-Sides for this all-new treasure trove of a music and arts event. In the day, feast your senses on the unreleased and little-known works of 20 acts, including music, film, theatre and visual arts. After dark, get in on the action with a curated vinyl and food market. Support budding artists old and new from LASALLE and SOTA at Amphitheatre Live, or get intimate in Off The Record sessions. From dramatised readings of unreleased works…
You don’t have to choose between alcohol and athleticism with Run For Beer 2017, a zany running event that’s bound to get you breathless and boozed up. More than just another themed run, this non-competitive 3.2km run actually rewards runners with a pint of beer at the end of the fun run. Counter-productive for calorie counters? No matter! Lace up your running shoes this 24 November 2017, and join in the fun at The Fountain Square in Clarke Quay where the race will kick off. Dress up in your wackiest outfit and turn heads with creative get-ups; you might even stand a…
It’s hard work being a modern woman in this hectic world. Sometimes it seems like we hardly have time for a quick breather, let alone indulge in spa treatments to relax. The festive season is always a good time to unwind and let loose (and use up some of that hard-earned leave days). With THEFACESHOP Holiday Special Collection, it’s time to treat yourself, and your loved ones too. Pamper those well-worn hands of yours with the Holiday Special Hand Cream Set ($20.90). With the three pleasant fragrances of Sweet Berry, Blossom and Romantic Musk, your hands will always look and…
Stop and smell the roses on 11 November 2017, as you go back to nature with The Southern Ridges Hike. We may live in a Garden City, but how much do we really know about our green spaces? Take a break from the hectic hustle, and embark on an urban trek that will reveal the stories behind beautiful bridges like the Henderson Waves. Trek through trails such as Kent Ridge, Telok Blangah Hill and Mount Faber, where you will come into contact with local flora and fauna. You’ll also stumble upon visual wonders that aren’t just gifts from Gaia; be amazed by…
If you’re a serial book hoarder looking to kick the habit, here’s a good place to start. Books & Beers is hosting a boozy book-swap once again. This 4 November 2017, bookworms and booze lovers can indulge in literary intoxication at Wild Market. Get drunk on words and Happy Hour prices, with beer on tap from S$5 a mug and beer towers starting from S$35. Chow down on zhng-ed local dishes, including salted egg fried carrot cake and modernised Peranakan desserts. Bring up to 10 books, and pick from the pre-loved selection. Babble away with other bibliophiles with a beer…
Haven’t you heard? Matte liquid lipsticks are in, and NARS Cosmetics has gotten in on the trend too. Its new line, the Powermatte Lip Pigment (S$40), will blow your mind with its combination of lightweight application and long-lasting formula. As a lippie girl myself, I’m always on the lookout for new lipsticks to add to my expanding collection. Tip number one: lipstick instantly improves your makeup look, even if everything else is minimal. With 20 different shades, NARS Powermatte ranges from natural nudes and sweet pinks, to brilliant reds and vampy blacks and purples. Talk about range! To test it out,…
Prepare your emo eyeliner and skinny jeans, and get ready for a blast from the past at Bandwagon Riverboat! This 10 November 2017, EATMEPOPTART and EMONIGHTSG are here to hit us up with the biggest dose of nostalgia yet. Dance the night away to throwback tunes – Brit-pop, alternative rock, indie rock; you name it, they’ve got it. The best part? You get to rock out on a (docked) boat. Take a breather from the dancing, and grab some food from Santa Fe Tex-Mex Grill. They’ll be on the first deck of the Stewords Riverboat, serving up munchies all night.…
Stuck in the past? Relive the good ol’ days at Chinatown Food Street this 4 & 5 November 2017, with the Local Lingo Tingkat Party! Experience everything local at this street food and indie art festival. Brace yourselves for everything from local-inspired crafts, to design workshops, and even building your own tingkat (a tiffin carrier commonly used to contain food in Southeast Asian countries). You get to choose three dishes from the Chinatown Food street vendors, and these go into your very own, limited edition tingkat. You even get to bring the tingkat home as a memento – $12 is all…
If you’re looking for an exciting twist on the passe yoga poses that are taking over your Instagram feed, you will want to try this up-and-coming fitness programme by The Fitness Project. A relatively new programme, HydroFit is a gentler alternative to Stand Up Paddling (SUP). Since SUP is usually done in open waters, it can be more intimidating for beginners. But instead, this is held at the pool at the Chinese Swimming Club; the HydroFit sessions here are split into two types: HydroFit Zen, and HydroFit Pump. HydroFit Zen is exactly what it sounds like, a course that will help…
Without a doubt, the literary scene in Singapore is alive and kickin’. Back for the 26th year running, the Singapore Writers Festival 2017 will present literary works in Singapore’s four official languages – English, Malay, Chinese and Tamil. From 3 – 12 November, book lovers can explore the Civic District buildings in between bouts of panel discussions, talks, and workshops. Expect hard-hitting topics like human trafficking and regional conflict, amidst more light-hearted fare – Moomins (those beloved cow-like trolls), and cheeky children’s tales are just some of the many topics. Don’t miss the closing debate on the last day of the festival.…
Everyone has something they want — love, wealth, health, you name it. And it’s true that, at the end of the day, all we can really do is rely on ourselves to get what we want. But what if there’s something more? What if we could get extra help from The Great Beyond? A Place Of Mystery Turning to the heavens and consulting the stars has often been our go-to approach when we are in need of some otherworldly guidance; just think of all the people who still casually check their horoscope advice regularly. Thai astrology and Chinese fengshui bank on this…
There’s something magical about the cinematic experience. Sure, Netflix in your pyjamas at home may be comfortable, but no home theatre can really compare with the hushed excitement of a cinema, when the lights go down and the trailers start to play. Golden Village Multiplex (GV) knows all about the cinematic experience, and it’s bringing it back – bigger, and better. Newly opened on 6 October 2017, the Paya Lebar outlet at Singpost Centre promises an improved movie night experience. Brace yourselves for vivid colour and high contrast images with the new Barco Smart Laser Projection screens. This laser projection system…
Humans aren’t the only ones who get to dress up this Halloween! Bring your fur-kids out for a day of Halloween fun this 15 October 2017, when you head down to Adopting Tales at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park. A gathering that hopefully won’t spook your pup, this event will let owners shop for a good cause when they browse the booths for pet supplies and services – 20% of the sales proceeds go to shelters. That’s no trick, but it sure is a treat for critters in need. It’s not all just booths and shopping, so check out the contests…