Author: Joey Tan

The second annual rendition of the We Love Jazz Party is back again with a bang — held over two days from 22 – 23 July 2017 at The Great Escape, expect a diversity of jazz music from local and regional artists. With the theme centered around “Unity”, the organisers of We Love Jazz aim to “bring more people together through music”. This year, they’ve included a first-ever friendly inter-school jazz band competition, with schools such as the National University of Singapore and ITE College Central competing against one another. There will also be live jazz acts from Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, bringing…

The area near Seletar Aerospace is considered quite ulu with a few places yet to uncover. One might think that there’s nothing to explore beside the newly-opened The Oval @ Seletar Aerospace Park. However, you’d be surprised to know that this obscure part of Singapore is definitely worth a trip with your friends or family. Here are five things we found that you can do at the area around Seletar Aerospace: 1. Play A Game Of Life-Sized Airplane Chess Raise your hands if you remember this childhood favourite! Ludo, aka airplane chess, used to be one of the games I’d play with…

Everybody has a voice that needs to be heard. Poetry is a way you can express yourself and this 8 July 2017, you can listen to what Singapore’s Migrant Workers have to say at Migrant Poetry Evening. More than 15 migrant workers will be sharing their heartfelt poetry at The Arts House while singers and dancers will put up performances as well. See things from a different perspective for once and use this as an opportunity to broaden your horizons! The event will feature both Singaporean and Bangladeshi poets, writers and singers. Md Mukul Hossine who is the organiser of…

Party with your friends and Coconuts Singapore at the second edition of the legendary street party, Rally in the Alley Part Deux, at Neil Road on 8 July 2017! Sip on refreshing Chang Beer, swanky wine or tropical cocktails whilst dancing the night away to the grooves of DJs, at this jungle-themed party. The line-up currently consists of a DJ collaboration between Amy Dabs and Dan Stoneman from the UK, as well as JackMack and Fat Fish Familia. So what are you waiting for? Get lit with Coconuts Singapore and book your tickets now. Date & Time: 8 July 2017, 4pm…

Health and fitness companies who are also social enterprises are few and far between in Singapore. You can only imagine my excitement when I chanced upon PushPullGive, a company which operates exactly like that. With its motto “Forging Social Impact Through Fitness”, PushPullGive aims to inspire individuals and corporations to exercise, and at the same time support initiatives that help underprivileged children and youths in Singapore and Cambodia. We signed up for a free trial on a sunny Saturday morning at MacRitchie Reservoir for the Boot Camp, which in my opinion sounded pretty intimidating. Two co-founders of the company, Razif and Herzy, warmly welcomed…

Our eyes are on Onitsuka Tiger’s new release — the renowned sneaker company has recently recreated its iconic MEXICO 66 and LAWNSHIP 2.0 models with sakiori accents, a weaving technique from the traditional Edo period in Japan. The Sakiori collection uses old pieces of cloth torn into thin strips, which are then intricately woven into a unique design onto the sneaker. Left: MEXICO 66 Sakiori (S$199); Middle: LAWNSHIP 2.0 Sakiori (S$199) The uppers of the classic sneakers are decorated with sakiori materials, which create a traditional yet modern feel — allowing you to pull off a classy look with a touch of old-world charm. The highly anticipated sneakers are now…

If you can’t afford a trip to the far far away Nordic countries, don’t fret. You can get a taste of Nordic Adventures at Changi Airport from now till 26 June, alongside cutesy Sanrio characters, no less! The Nordic Exhibition This exhibition at Terminal 3 allows you to experience four iconic attractions popular in the Scandinavian area, all in one location — catch Singapore’s recreation of the Northern Lights, or admire the Viking Ship-themed gallery with your friends and family. Also, fill in the event activity guide’s lucky draw form and you might win a trip for two to these Nordic destinations! Snow Fun House For those dying for…

Taking a leaf out of the previous edition of Singapore Poetry On The MRT, poets who are taking part in this year’s edition of SingPoWriMo (Singapore Poetry Writing Month) will be reciting their poems on public transport once again. The location is different this year though – the poems will be read on the bus this time. That’s right, you can recite your poems throughout an entire bus journey on 4 June 2017! Starting at Tampines Bus Interchange, participants will board Bus 67 and get a chance to recite their poems about anything bus-related – buses in general, the bus system, waiting for the bus…

Under Armour recently released four new lifestyle sneakers perfect for those who love a fashionable pair of kicks — a.k.a atheleisure sneakers — while staying trim and fit.  The UA Moda Run Low is inspired by UA runners and perfect for any occasion. This simple shoe features an ultra-breathable dynamic mesh upper and comfortable mid sole. The lightweight UA Charged 24/7 NU is suitable for the urban ranger who is always on the move, and yet appreciates comfort and style from sun up to sun down. The highly-wearable Threadborne Shift was debuted at the Hypebeast hotel party in Palm Spring this 2017. The modern look of this shoe is definitely…

The Peranakan Festival, happening on four weekends from 27 May to 17 June 2017, promises to immerse visitors into the lives of the Peranakan community in Singapore with an exciting array of workshops, exhibitions and classes. Held at Claymore Connect and The Peranakan Restaurant this year, this first-of-its-kind event is suitable for people of all ages. The festival will begin with a traditional love ballad, Dondang Sayang, where Nyonya and Baba singers engage in a funny and clever exchange of Malay pantun (poetry). For foodies, enjoy a high tea session at The Peranakan Restaurant with traditional treats and performances by the Main Wayang Company. You can also sign up…

I’m sure many of you have seen numerous yellow and orange bikes sprawled around the island recently. They appear at void decks, near MRT stations, and even at pretty questionable places like being chained outside houses… Well for the most part, these bikes can be found in public parking areas. They hail from three private companies that have gained popularity in Singapore since early 2017— namely, Mobike, oBike, and ofo. I have always been interested in trying out these different apps to find out which is the best. Lucky for you, I’ve hunted these bikes down (from each of the aforementioned companies) and…

Imagine an entire month of parties, workshops and dining events. That’s right, that’s what the Lo & Behold Group Festival wants to give us from 29 May to 25 June 2017. Built on the idea of “no more adulting”, the festival includes seven highlights – here are two that caught our eye. The Food Fight at Extra Virgin Pizza will kick off the month-long festival with an epic pizza showdown between two culinary experts, Bjorn Shen of Artichoke and Bird Bird, and Ming Tan of Grain. The event will start at 6:30pm with free entry, which includes two free drinks. Feast on the chefs’ ‘master-pizzas’ and vote for…

Ever wish to be amongst the clouds and gawk at breathtaking valley views? You can do so at the Taiwan International Balloon Festival, held in Taitung County this 2017! In its seventh year running, the festival will be held over six weeks from 30 June – 6 August 2017 at Luye Plateau, featuring hot air balloons from all over the world, including Taiwan and the Netherlands. The Taiwan International Balloon Festival 2017 promises flying shows, mooring activities, and even night glow concerts. Adventurous visitors can soar on a free-flying trip and soak in the magnificent views of the East Rift Valley. Don’t worry, you can also go for a…

Die-hard fans of PORTER Japan and the popular adidas NMD CS1 — you’re in luck. The two brands will be officially releasing its highly anticipated sneakers on 25 May 2017. This upcoming release was announced by Yeezy Mafia on 8 May 2016, with teaser photos being dropped on its Instagram and Twitter. Retaining PORTER Japan’s dapper design influences, the sneaker will have a black mesh upper, and monochrome dual-toned laces with Japanese writing on its silver tip. The tongue tab will also feature PORTER Japan’s logo. Two cool blue midsole blocks will be placed against the clean white sole. At the heel…

Singapore’s one and only kampung island, Pulau Ubin, is back with an exciting installation of activities happening during Pesta Ubin 2017. It will feature a series of events celebrating the village and ‘The Ubin Way’ (of life), including winning prizes from a Free Round Ubin Interactive Race or going on a tour to visit Teck Seng’s Place, a restored Chinese kampung house from the 1970s. Held over 10 weeks, Pesta Ubin 2017 is organised by passionate lovers of the island who wish to share Pulau Ubin’s rustic beauty with the public. Most activities are free but require registration; check out the Facebook page to chope your slot! Dates: 10 May – 16 July 2017 Prices: Mostly free, depending on activity Pesta…