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events brochure

Parks for Everyone
Whatʼs Happening
Jan 2016 – Jun 2016
Contents
03
Arts & Culture
43
Special Events
09
Concerts & Performances
45
Overview Calendar
13
Gardening
54
Volunteer Opportunities
21
Nature
57
Terms & Conditions
39
Sports & Wellness
58
Tenants Listing
Parks for Everyone
Our parks, gardens and nature areas are for all to enjoy. In this booklet, learn about the
wide variety of activities which you can participate in for a fulfilling day at our green spaces
from now till June 2016! Do also look out for a list of eateries and recreational facilities you
can visit in our parks, gardens and nature areas.
If you have ideas for new activities, do share them with us at
[email protected].
The booklet is available at the following
locations: NParks Visitor Services Centres
(Singapore Botanic Gardens, Fort Canning Park,
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve & HortPark),
eateries and recreational facilities in our green
spaces, Singapore Visitors Centres (Orchard
& Ion Orchard), Singapore Tourism Board
Headquarters, selected Libraries, Community
Centres, hotels and shopping malls. Please visit
www.nparks.gov.sg for more details and updates.
SMS the programme code to 7PARK (77275) to receive updates on each
programme (standard message and data rates may apply). Please note that
subscription to updates on a programme does not constitute registration for
the actual programme.
Sign up for our free e-newsletters at www.nparks.gov.sg/mailinglist to receive
event updates or learn how you can shape our City in a Garden. To receive
the e-newsletter on your mobile, SMS code (NB01) to 7PARK (77275).
Bi-Monthly
Dairy Farm
Nature Park /
Labrador Nature
Reserve
9am – 12pm
Art in Nature
(Programme Code: AC013)
If you have been drawing or painting for years and are looking
for a new challenge, join us at this workshop for serious artists.
Volunteer leader, Jerome Pang, will guide you in developing
your skills while raising your awareness on conservation and
native biodiversity.
23 Jan
19 Mar
21 May
Meeting Point:
Tanjong Pagar
MRT Station,
Entrance of Exit G
4pm – 6pm
Please bring along your own art materials.
To register:
Email: [email protected]
Pioneers Trail along Ann Siang Hill and Telok Ayer Green
Learn about the trade and way of
life of Singapore’s early immigrants
in this walking trail around a quiet
enclave amidst the hustle and
bustle of Chinatown. Visit places of
worship and old shophouses built
in the 1800s, and take a close look
at interesting fruit and spice trees
planted along the way. Don’t miss
the old well at the foot of Ann Siang
Hill, from which residents used to
collect fresh water.
To register:
Website: www.nparks.gov.sg/events
13Feb
16 Apr
11Jun
Every Last
Weekend of
the Month
Meeting Point:
Between the
entrance of Asian
Civilisations
Museum and
Cavenagh Bridge
10am – 11.30am
11.30am – 1pm
4pm – 5.30pm
Monument Trail
Meeting Point:
Fort Canning
Park, Stamford
Green, bottom of
outdoor escalator,
left side of
National Museum
of Singapore
entrance
3.30pm – 5.30pm
Sculpture Tour
The Fort Canning Sculpture Tour will take you through the
charming sculptures found around Fort Canning Park. Explore
and discover the stories behind some of these sculptures and
appreciate these beautiful works of art.
To register:
Take a stroll along the mouth of the Singapore River, once the
heart of Singapore’s commercial activity and entrepôt trade.
Learn about the heritage and other interesting trees around the
vicinity, and relive the memories of Singapore's history, growth and
development along this trail that takes you past several historical
landmarks and national monuments.
To register:
04
ARTS & CULTURE
ARTS & CULTURE
05
12Mar
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Swan Lake,
Lawn E
4pm – 10pm
School's Out!:
A Botanic Gardens Movie Series
23Apr
Fort Canning Park
Going Bananas! Workshop
3.30pm – 6pm
$10/pax
What better way to spend the school holidays than with your
family and a good movie? Join us for a trail through iconic
landmarks in the Gardens and a family-favourite movie, perfect
for the young and young at heart!
Join us as we explore the
different varieties of bananas
and learn about the uses of various parts of these plants and
their nutritional values.
For more information:
Website: www.sbg.org.sg
12 Mar –
20 Nov
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
CDL Green
Gallery
9am – 6pm
The Singapore Botanic Gardens:
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
8May
This half-yearly changing
exhibit
elaborates
on
the world's most iconic
landmarks and how the
Singapore Botanic Gardens
earned its spot on the list.
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Swan Lake, Lawn E
7.45pm – 9.45pm
Every last
Sunday
Mar – Jul
Civic District
Connaught Drive,
Empress Place,
Esplanade Park
7am – 7pm
Civic District Programmes
From March 2016, NParks
will be bringing you a series
of programmes in the heart
of the Civic District – from
performances, to interactive
installations, guided tours,
workshops and arts bazaar.
Don't miss this opportunity
to explore the Civic District to learn more about Singapore's
historical, architectural and cultural heritage.
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ARTS & CULTURE
Did you know that bananas are
more than just food sources?
They are also featured in
Singapore's history, culture
and heritage.
Mother Knows Best:
A Botanic Gardens Movie Series
Celebrate Mother's Day at the Singapore Botanic Gardens with a
leisurely evening, beginning with an exciting performance by the
Singapore Symphony Orchestra and ending with a movie under
the stars.
25 Jun
Empress Place,
Empress Lawn
6pm onwards
NParks Concert Series in the Park:
Rockestra® in Conjunction with Satay
Night Live III
(Programme Code: Rock02)
Held in conjunction with Satay
Night Live III, the second run
of NParks Concert Series in
Park: Rockestra® is back with a
fresh line-up of performances
for your entertainment. Join us
for good food and good music
at Empress Lawn!
ARTS & CULTURE
07
Featured Interview
Nuriman Samsi
Officer, NParks
Nuriman Samsi, better known as Iman from
NParks’ Programming & Events Branch, is the
go-to guy for designing event collaterals.
His portfolio includes the cover page of the first
two editions of the NParks Programme Booklet,
and poster and banner artwork for events
such as the SG50 Concert Series in the Park,
Artists’ Night Out and OCBC-NParks Ride Safe
Programme Movie Night.
When he is not poring over vectors in Adobe
Illustrator, he is involved in multiple music
projects for the local music scene.
Qn: Do you consider graphic design and
playing/creating music your hobbies? If so,
how much time do you usually spend on
them in a typical week?
My passion lies in the arts. I like to flex my
creativity as much as I can. By day I work with
vectors and photography; by night, I jam with
my bandmates and write post-rock music. On
weekends, I attend music events or hang out
with my friends. We take photographs and edit
them for our Instagram accounts, and work off
one another’s feedback to achieve the best
photographs we can.
Qn: Who or what inspires your creative
talents the most?
I follow a few artistes online via DeviantArt and
500px. I also greatly admire local artistes such
as Clogtwo, Choo Meng Foo, Deborah Lim and
many others.
Qn: Have you ever faced any difficulties
when it comes to designing? If so, what do
you usually do to overcome this?
Many times I find myself faced with a mental
block or feel uninspired. I usually take a break
from the screen and flip through one of my
favourite magazines. Working within the
Singapore Botanic Gardens also has its perks –
a quick stroll amid the lush greenery instantly
rejuvenates my senses.
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ARTS & CULTURE
Concerts at the Singapore Botanic Gardens
(Programme Code: CP903)
Singapore Botanic Gardens, Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage
Performances in the Gardens are free, and we welcome everyone to pack a picnic basket and relax
amid the lush surroundings of Palm Valley.
NEW! NParks Concert Series
in the Park: Rockestra®
Special
Feature
NParks Concert Series
in the Park: Rockestra®
is a new initiative to
provide a platform for nonprofessional musicians and
young budding artistes to
showcase their talents in
our parks. We welcome all
genres of music.
We host jazz and classical groups about twice a month on Saturdays or Sundays. For more details
and further updates, please refer to our calendar of events online at www.sbg.org.sg.
10Jan
6pm – 7pm
13Mar
5.30pm – 7pm
2Apr
Israeli
Philharmonic
Orchestra
Thomson Jazz
Club: Big Band
Bash 2016
6pm – 7pm
Singapore
Chinese Orchestra
24Jan
5.30pm – 7pm
19Mar
5pm – 7pm
17Apr
Tropic Green –
Jazz in the
Gardens
Showtime in
the Gardens
6pm – 7.30pm
Voilah! French
Festival Concert
14May Music Concert at 21May Novo Winds
6.30pm – 7.30pm
5.30pm – 6.30pm
6Mar
4.30pm – 6.30pm
26Mar
5.30pm – 6.45pm
Orchestra
4Jun
If you think you have what it takes, email us at
[email protected] with a short audio
and video of your group recording.
A Victorian
Musical Evening at
Botanic Gardens
– 7pm
8May 6pm
Singapore Symphony
Dusk – Chopin by
the Lake
5Jun
NAC-ExxonMobil
Concert in
the Park
To receive updates on the series, SMS [Rock01] to 77275.
23 Apr
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio
Park, Grand Lawn I
5pm onwards
6pm – 7pm
Headlined by local musician, 'Gentle Bones', the debut of NParks
Concert Series in the Park: Rockestra® will feature well-known
Singaporean artistes and budding musicians.
Singapore Lyric Opera
Come early to send in your song dedications, and enjoy the exciting
fringe activities too!
4.30pm – 6.30pm
NAC-ExxonMobil
Concert in the Park
13 – 14
Feb
NParks Concert Series in
the Park: Rockestra®
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Bandstand
Valentine's Day 2016:
A Bandstand Music Series
6pm – 10pm
Enjoy the picturesque setting of the Gardens with your loved one
this Valentine’s Day at the iconic Bandstand, located at the heart
of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Be serenaded under a moonlit sky by tunes from live bands and have
your fill of picnic-style nosh. It’s sure to be an evening to remember!
25 Jun
Empress Place,
Empress Lawn
6pm onwards
Rockestra® in Conjunction with Satay
Night Live III
Held in conjunction with Satay
Night Live III, the second run
of NParks Concert Series
in the Park: Rockestra® is
back with a fresh line-up
of performances for your
entertainment. Join us for
good food and good music at
Empress Lawn!
For more information: Website: www.nparks.gov.sg/events
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concerts & performances
11
27 Apr –
23 May
Fort Canning Park
7.30pm
Chargeable
Shakespeare in the Park – Romeo & Juliet
"For never was a story of more woe
than this of Juliet and her Romeo."
A tale of sweet forbidden love, a
bitter family feud and a timeless
romance eternally sealed in a kiss.
2016 marks the 400th anniversary
of William Shakespeare’s death
and Singapore Repertory Theatre
is proud to present Romeo &
Juliet as part of an extra special
Shakespeare in the Park.
We’ve captivated thousands at Fort
Canning Park with past productions
of The Tempest, The Merchant of Venice, Othello, A Midsummer
Night’s Dream and Hamlet – in 2016, revel in a classic tale of starcrossed lovers with a picnic under the stars.
Directed by internationally renowned UK director, Daniel Slater,
Shakespeare in the Park promises to be the outdoor cultural event
of the year.
Website: www.srt.com.sg
18Jun
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Bandstand
Home is Where the Heart is:
A Bandstand Music Series
7.15pm – 9pm
Jam out with us at the Bandstand and discover local music
talents! At the same time, grab your picnic mat and enjoy an
evening with your loved ones under the night sky, accompanied
by soulful tunes.
12
16Jan
25Jun
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Herbs & Spices
(A Gardening Workshop-cum-Guided Tour)
10am – 5pm
(Programme Code: GD013)
$80/pax
(includes all
materials)
Get up close and personal
with some of the herbs and
spices commonly used in Asian
and Western cooking! This
workshop will explore their
historical significance and use
as herbal remedies, as well as
how to garden with them.
(Refer to registration information on the
next page.)
23Jan
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Planted Tank Series: Wabi Kusa
(A Gardening Workshop)
10am – 1pm
(Refer to registration information on the
next page.)
30Jan
10am – 5pm
NEW! High-rise Edible Gardening
Workshop – Vegetables & Western Herbs
$80/pax
(includes all
materials)
Armed with the right knowledge,
the growing of edible plants
at home can be a rewarding
experience. This workshop will
introduce participants to the
various aspects of cultivating
edible plants in high-rise
apartments, such as suitable
species and the challenges
due to the lack of space and
lighting conditions.
(Refer to registration information on
the next page.)
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GARDENING
HortPark,
The Exhibition
Gallery &
Lifestyle Corner
9am – 5pm
Gardeners' Day Out (GDO)
Join us for a day of gardening fun at HortPark – The Gardening
Hub. Highlights of this yearly event include our Gardeners' Market,
free talks and demonstrations, a free garden tour of HortPark and
children’s activities like storytelling and arts and crafts!
*Admission is free but selected workshops and talks are chargeable.
To register:
Tel: 6471 5601
In person: HortPark Visitor Services Centre
(Registration for workshops is required at least 10 days in advance)
Website: www.nparks.gov.sg/GDO
Did you know that some species
of aquarium plants can actually
be grown partially immersed in
water, rather than submerged
fully? This workshop will teach
you the right aquarium plants to
grow, necessary items and how
to set up a beautiful mini water
dish garden.
$50/pax
(includes all
materials)
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
30Jan
20Feb
12Mar
9Apr
14May
11Jun
13 Feb
Repeat Run:
14 Feb
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
10am – 1pm
Valentine's Day Special:
Miniature Garden Workshop for Couples
$100/couple
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us and learn
how to create a unique miniature garden
with your loved one. In this workshop, you
will learn the basics of garden design and
plant selection. Tips on how to select suitable
plants and appropriately sized ornaments
will also be shared. The skills acquired for
miniaturised settings can also be applied to
real-life garden landscaping. This workshop
is specially designed for couples.
(Refer to registration information below)
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
Website: www.sbg.org.sg (under the "Learn" tab)
GARDENING
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27Feb
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
10am – 11.30am
All About Desert Plants Part 2:
Desert in a Dish Workshop
(A Planting Workshop)
12Mar
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Introduction to Flower Arrangement:
Basic Arrangement with a Twist
10am – 1pm
$30/child
Curious about desert plants, their adaptations and their habitats?
Come join us for this exciting workshop that includes a craft
segment and the opportunity to create your own desert in a dish!
This workshop will introduce
you to the fundamentals of
table floral arrangement. You
will learn the basics of colour
combination, how to condition
flowers and other essential
tools of the trade. Additionally,
find out how to incorporate the
technique of plaiting to give
your table floral arrangement
a new twist.
$50/pax
(includes all
materials)
This workshop is suitable for children at the K1 – P6 levels.
(Refer to registration information on the next page.)
27Feb
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Growing Tropical Orchids for Beginners
10am – 5pm
$80/pax
(includes all
materials)
Have you ever aspired
to cultivate prize-winning
orchids? Start with the
basics in this workshop
where you will be introduced
to the family Orchidaceae
and learn the cultivation
techniques to maintain and propagate healthy orchids. A guided
tour of the National Orchid Garden and hands-on planting session
are also included to complement the theoretical component of
this workshop.
2Apr
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
10am – 1pm
Cacti and Succulents: How to Grow and
Identify Plants from Dry Climates
$50/pax
(includes all
materials)
5Mar
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
9am – 6pm
Home Gardening: The Fundamentals &
Another Perspective (A Gardening
Workshop-cum-Guided Tour)
$100/pax
(includes all
materials)
Tips on choosing the right
plants, watering regimes, the
use of fertilisers, re-potting,
pruning and other general plant
care techniques will be covered
in this comprehensive basic
course. Participants will be
led on a guided tour around
the Tanglin Core of Singapore
Botanic Gardens to learn about and discuss the different
types of plants suitable for home gardening. The alternative
hydroculture (soil-free) approach to gardening will also be
introduced in this workshop.
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GARDENING
Despite our tropical climate, plants originating from dry climates
can be grown fairly easily here, both indoors and outdoors, with
the right care and growing conditions. Learn how to identify and
grow common cacti and other succulents in this workshop, which
also includes a potting session and a tour of the Sun Garden in
the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
Website: www.sbg.org.sg (under the “Learn” tab)
GARDENING
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16Apr
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Basic Bonsai (Conducted in Mandarin)
(A Gardening Workshop) 基本盆栽
10am – 5pm
7May
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
10am – 1pm
Mummy I Heart You!
(A Floral Arrangement Workshop)
$50/pax
(includes all
materials)
$80/pax
(includes all
materials)
Learn to create a versatile floral hand-tied bouquet that doubles
up as a table arrangement. Arranged in a heart shaped frame
filled with carnations, this is the perfect handmade creation to
surprise your beloved mother!
14May
Learn to appreciate "miniature nature" through the fundamentals
of bonsai. This workshop covers pruning, wiring and potting
techniques that are essential to creating your own miniature plant.
23 Apr
Introduction to Floral Arrangement (Part 2)
(A Floral Arrangement Workshop)
10am – 1pm
$50/pax
(includes all
materials)
盆景源于中国，拥有两千年的历史。这门易学难精的活艺术把自
然界中大树的形态缩小并搬到庭园的小盆上。盆景所需的技术
含量与种植时间较一般的盆植来得讲究。尽管如此，看见自己亲
手完成的盆景创作往往给人带来说不出的满足感。此课程为基
本班，适合没有盆景制作知识的参与者一起学习。
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
7May
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
The Art of Planting: Container Gardens &
Terrariums (A Gardening Workshop)
10am – 11.30am
10am – 5pm
$60/pair of
mother and child
$80/pax
(includes all
materials)
NEW! Mother's Day Special Workshop
(A Floral Arrangement-cum-Hands-on
Workshop)
The art of growing and arranging plants in containers and
enclosed bottles is also known as terrarium gardening. Learn
how to make a self-sustaining terrarium for your home or to give
to your family or friends. At the end of the workshop, you will get
to bring your container garden and terrarium home with you.
Discover the techniques of table and hand-tied bouquet
floral arrangements, including the use of analogous and split
complementary colour schemes in the two floral arrangements.
This is a follow-up to the first part of the workshop.
Express your love for Mum with gifts from nature! Hone your
creative skills as you design and make your own seed bracelet and
bouquet, to be presented to your beloved mum for Mother's Day.
18Jun
10am – 11.30am
NEW! Father's Day Special Workshop
$60/pair of
father and child
Looking for the perfect gift that livens up Dad’s workplace while
requiring minimal maintenance? This Father's Day, join us in
creating the ideal gift for your dad!
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
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GARDENING
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
GARDENING
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Featured Interview
Second Permanent Secretary, Ministry of National Development, Mr Chew Hock Yong presents the award for
‘The Biggest Lettuce’ to Mdm Lim Ai Kheng.
Lim Ai Kheng
Gardening Enthusiast
At the Community Garden Edibles Competition held in conjunction with the Community Garden
Festival at HortPark last year, Mdm Lim Ai Kheng emerged the winner of the ‘Longest Long Bean’
and ‘The Biggest Lettuce’ categories.
Qn: How did your passion for gardening
blossom?
I grew up in a kampong, so planting comes
naturally to me. When the Residents’
Committee set up the community gardens
in my estate, my neighbours and I were
happy for the opportunity to be able to
plant again.
Qn: As a gardening enthusiast, what else
would you like to achieve in the next
five years?
I buy seeds whenever I travel, especially
those which are new to me, and try my
hand at planting them in Singapore. I hope
to plant something which is currently not
available here and to share the cuttings
and knowledge with others.
Qn:Tell us about your experience and
process in achieving your results at
the competition – how long did it take
you to grow the winning entries? Were
there any special techniques involved
for the long bean and lettuce to grow
to that size?
20
It was my first time attempting to plant
a long bean, so I read up on how to do
so and asked my seed supplier for tips.
As for the lettuce, bigger gaps were left
between each plant so they had space
to thrive. It took around two months for
them to grow to that shape and size.
GARDENING
Photo Credit to Craig Williams | Singapore Botanic Gardens
Jan to Dec
Various Locations
Families for Nature
(Programme Code: NR013)
Families for Nature is a programme
which encourages families to
experience and bond over nature
by playing an active role towards the
conservation of our natural heritage.
Families will be invited to participate
in a range of nature-themed events,
organised under the Community
in Nature (CIN) initiative, to collect
pieces of tokens to form their own
map of Singapore's biodiversity.
Selected
dates
Chek Jawa
Wetlands
Information Kiosk
$60/group
(max 15 persons
per group)
Chek Jawa Guided Tour
Experience Chek Jawa’s amazing natural heritage during a onehour tour, led by our nature guides. The intertidal flats at Chek
Jawa Wetlands are most suitable for visiting during low tides of 0.5
metres and below, during which participants will be able to see a
variety of marine life.
Online registration opens on the 1st of December, March, June
and September.
To register:
Mar, Jun,
Nov
School
Holidays
Dairy Farm
Nature Park,
Wallace
Environmental
Learning Lab
9am – 5pm
$25/child
Nature Keeper Camp
Help develop your children’s
appreciation of our forests. The
Camp will be carried out at Bukit
Timah and Central Catchment
Nature Reserves. Your children
will gain an understanding of the
need to protect and conserve our
natural heritage. This programme
is suitable for children aged 7 to 11.
Bi-Monthly
For more information on the actual dates, please refer to the
website below.
Starting point
at Entrance of
Hevea Trail
Rediscovery Walk at Lower Peirce
9.30am – 11am
Join us for a guided walk through cool, shady forests and along
the Lower Peirce Reservoir. You will get to learn about our forests,
spot forest and aquatic wildlife, and enjoy panoramic views of the
forest and water. This walk is conducted by volunteer guides.
To register:
The walk is suitable for young children. This walk is limited to a
maximum of 15 participants per session.
To register:
Bi-Monthly
Starting point at
Entrance of Bukit
Batok Nature Park
(Mapboard by
side of road)
9.30am –
11.30am
Getting to Know Bukit Batok Nature Park
Join us on this walk at Bukit Batok Nature Park. Discover the
interesting plants and wildlife that can be found in an established
secondary forest habitat, and learn the value of forests in our lives.
This walk is limited to a maximum of 15 participants per session.
To register:
22
NATURE
NATURE
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Monthly
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre,
Function Hall
4pm – 5pm
Singapore Botanic Gardens Speaker Series
The Singapore Botanic Gardens
benefits from the knowledge and
expertise of eminent visiting foreign
botanists, as well as distinguished
local scientists. This series offers
them a platform to share their
passion and fascinating stories
behind their research with the
public. These talks take place
every month on a Friday evening.
Every 2nd
Saturday of
the Month
Various Locations
I heART Nature Workshop
9am – 10.30am
At this workshop, children will learn
more about our natural heritage
and how to express their love for
nature through various art forms.
Join us and bond with your
children at this art and craft
session that includes a short
nature appreciation walk.
This workshop is suitable for children aged 5 to 7, with a maximum
of 10 parent-child pairs per session.
Every 1st
Saturday of
the Month
Singapore Botanic Gardens,
Visitor Centre
(Nassim Gate)
English (9am
& 10am)
Mandarin (10am)
To register:
Healing Garden Tour
The Healing Garden showcases over 400 varieties of plants used
medicinally. It is laid out thematically relating to parts of the body
such as the head, and the respiratory and reproductive systems.
For groups larger than 20, please register at least 14 days
in advance.
Every 3rd
Saturday of
the Month
To register (15 mins before the tour commences):
In Person: Visitor Centre (Nassim Gate), Singapore Botanic Gardens
Tel: 6471 7361 / 6471 7138
Every 2nd
Saturday of
the Month
Visitor Centre
(Nassim Gate)
English (9am,
10am, 11am
& 4pm)
Mandarin (10am
& 4pm)
Rain Forest Tour
Our very first Rain Forest tour since 2001 is still the most popular
to date. Find out more about the importance of the ecosystem of
the Gardens' Rain Forest.
For groups larger than 20, please register at least 14 days
in advance.
Tel: 6471 7361 / 6471 7138
Every 3rd
Saturday
of the
month
National
Orchid Garden
English (9am,
10am, 11am
& 4pm)
National Orchid Garden Tour
Mandarin (4pm)
Visit one of the world’s largest collections of orchids at the
National Orchid Garden, with over 1,000 species and 2,000
hybrids, and be treated to a visual spectacle.
Admission fees
apply
Tel: 6471 7361 / 6471 7138
Pulau Ubin
(Ubin-HSBC
Volunteer Hub)
Kampong Tour at Pulau Ubin
9.30am –
11.30am
Join us on a two-hour walk
to experience Pulau Ubin's
wonderful natural and
cultural heritage, starting at
the Ubin-HSBC Volunteer
Hub,
then
journeying
through the spice trees
around
the
Jelutong
campsite, Butterfly Hill,
Pekan Quarry, Sensory Trail Ponds, Kampong House, Old Bin Kiang
School site, Toa Pek Kong Temple and finally the Wayang Stage.
$60/group
(max 15 persons
per group)
To register:
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Every 4th
Saturday
of the
Month
Every 4th
Saturday
of the
Month
Botany Centre
(Tanglin Gate)
9am
(Materials provided)
Dairy Farm
Nature Park,
Wallace
Environmental
Learning Lab
Heritage Tour
The Singapore Botanic Gardens dates back to 1859. Learn about
the grand old trees and characters that have shaped the Gardens
through the years during this guided walk.
Take a walk along the boardwalk of the six-hectare Pasir Ris
Mangrove Forest and get up close and personal with mud crabs,
mudskippers and water monitors. Mangroves not only help halt
coastal erosion by breaking the strong forces of waves, they also
shelter young animals and fish.
To register:
Nature Keeper Programme
This programme is suitable for ages 7 to 11.
To register:
9.30am
Pasir Ris Park Mangrove Guided Walk
9am – 11am
Tel: 6471 7361 / 6471 7138
Nature Keeper is a series
of workshops designed to
9am – 12pm
stimulate young minds and
inculcate an appreciation of
our forests. Your children will
(Materials provided) gain an understanding of the
need to protect and conserve
our natural heritage. The
workshops will be carried out
at Bukit Timah and Central Catchment Nature Reserves.
Sungei Buloh
Wetland Reserve
Pasir Ris Park
For groups larger than 20, please register at least 14 days in advance.
A minimum of 10 children is required for the workshops to
commence, with a maximum of 20 children.
Every
Saturday
9Jan
12Mar
11Jun
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Guided Tour
16Jan
12Mar
14May
Meeting Point:
The roundabout
between Hotel
Fort Canning and
Fort Canning Art
Centre
4pm – 6pm
Heritage on the Hill Tour
Did you know that the history of Fort Canning dates back to the
14th century? Join us on a journey that highlights the changing
faces of Fort Canning, from the ancient 14th century to the
colonial 19th century and beyond. You will also get to check out
ancient artefacts from the different time periods.
To register:
Join us and learn about the
diverse plants and animals found
in the various habitats of Sungei
Buloh Wetland Reserve. There
is a different theme every week!
This guided walk is suitable for
everyone, including families
with children.
Registration is required with a maximum of 20 people per session,
on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register (Two Fridays before scheduled date):
Website: www.nparks.gov.sg/sbwr
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23Jan
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Let's Discover Plants & Animals
(A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
Did you know that the Singapore
Botanic Gardens is home not
$6/child and
only to plants, but also many
$6/accompanying fascinating animals? Be amazed
adult
by the wildlife found in the
Gardens and learn fascinating
facts about them. You may even
get to see an Oriental Whip
Snake or a monitor lizard!
This tour is suitable for children at
the K1 – P6 levels.
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
20 Feb
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Plants & Their Habitats (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
20Feb
23Apr
18Jun
Fort Canning Spice Garden Tour
Meeting Point:
The roundabout
between Hotel Fort (Programme Code: NR203)
Canning and Fort
Canning Art Centre You may have tasted nutmeg and
4pm – 5.30pm
To register:
5 Mar –
20Mar
21May –
26Jun
National Orchid
Garden
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
National Orchid Garden
School Holidays Special
8.30am – 7.00pm
(last admission at
6pm)
Did you know that orchids are one of
the largest and most diverse families
of flowering plants in the world?
Be enthralled by the splendour
of blooms at the National Orchid
Garden, with over 1,000 species
and 2,000 hybrids on display.
Just like us, plants need a place they can call home. Plant habitats
are diverse, ranging from gardens, to ponds and deserts. During
$6/child and
this tour, children will be able to observe the habitats of desert
$6/accompanying plants, explore the features of such plants and understand how
adult
certain adaptations help them survive.
This tour is suitable for children at the K1 – P6 levels.
clove in various cuisines, but have
you ever seen their trees? Join us
as we guide you through the Spice
Garden, which was once the site
of Singapore’s first Botanical and
Experimental Garden started by Sir
Stamford Raffles in 1822.
* Terms and conditions apply.
Visit www.sbg.org.sg for more details.
12Mar
Jacob Ballas
Children's
Garden
NEW! Alien Invaders: Freshwater Edition
(A Talk-cum-Guided Tour)
10am –11am
$6/child and
$6/accompanying
adult
Invader alert! Did you know that not
all species found in the Gardens are
native? Some of these invaders cause
harm to the local plants and animals
who call the Gardens their home.
Learn how to identify these alien
species and discover how we can help
the native species protect their home.
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
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12 Mar
4 Jun
11 Jun
18 Jun
25 Jun
Coney Island Park
Coney Island Park Guided Tour
9am – 11am
(Programme Code: NR233 )
$10/pax
15 Mar
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
9am – 5pm
Microplant Detective Workshop I:
Ferns & Spores (An Investigative,
Planting and Craft Making Workshop)
Did you know that Coney Island has a very interesting history?
Come follow our volunteer guide and learn more about the
fascinating flora and fauna found on Coney Island.
Your children will enjoy being microplant
detectives, peering into the world of
tiny things! They will gain sophisticated
microscopy skills and learn about
magnification while investigating a
variety of tiny plant parts. Participants
will be able to create their personal art
pieces and a mini dish garden in this
fun-filled workshop.
$80/child
To register:
This workshop is suitable for children
at the P3 – P6 levels.
9Jun
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
9am – 5pm
Microplant Detective Workshop II:
Flowers & Pollen (An Investigative,
$80/child
14 Mar
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Visitor Centre
(Nassim Gate)
10am – 11am
Adventure with Plants: Sara at the
Evolution Garden (A Guided Tour)
Your children will enjoy being microplant detectives, peering into
the world of tiny things! They will gain sophisticated microscopy
skills and learn about magnification while investigating a variety
of tiny plant parts. Participants will be able to create their personal
art pieces and a mini dish garden in this fun-filled workshop.
This workshop is suitable for children at the P3 – P6 levels.
Sara the Botanicosaurus has lost her
friends in the Evolution Garden. Your
child will enjoy travelling back through
time to help her in her search for her
squirrel friends, and at the same time,
learn about ancient plants which
emerged on Earth millions of years ago!
$8.50/child
(includes $2.50
"Adventure with
Plants: Sara at the
Evolution Garden"
workbook) and
This tour is suitable for children at the
$6/accompanying K1 – P2 levels.
adult
(Refer to registration information on the next page)
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
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16Mar
17Mar
2Jun
7Jun
16Jun
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Celebrating Wildlife Series
(A Biodiversity Investigative Workshop)
Various timings
$50/child
19 Mar
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
10am – 11am
Easter Day Special Workshop
(A Hands-on Workshop)
Celebrate Easter with us by learning
how to make an Easter Bunny out
of recycled materials! Participants
will get to decorate their own Easter
Bunny and discover the importance
of recycling at the same time. Be
sure to join us for an egg-citing time!
$10/child
Discover the fascinating
plants and wildlife that
make our gardens, parks
and forests their home!
At this half-day workshop,
your child will get to study
both living and preserved
specimens, join in handson activities and go on
guided walks to seek out
wildlife in the Gardens. This Celebrating Wildlife Series is jointly
organised by Singapore Botanic Gardens and Cicada Tree
EcoPlace.
This workshop is suitable for
children at the K1 – P6 levels.
9 Apr
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
Let's Learn About Butterflies & Moths!
9.30am – 11am
16 Mar: Glorious Trees of Botanic Gardens (9am – 1pm)
17 Mar: Precious Pangolins (4.30pm – 8.30pm)
2 Jun: Reptiles of Our Wild Isle (9am – 1pm)
7 Jun: Frogs & Toads of the Singapore Botanic Gardens
(4.30pm – 8.30pm)
16 Jun: Beautiful Birds of Singapore (9am – 1pm)
$9/child and
Discover the similarities and differences between moths and
$9/accompanying butterflies and how to spot their caterpillars in the wild. Learn
adult
about their life cycles, friends and foes, habits and the plants they
Join us on this talk-cum-tour to learn about these winged beauties!
depend on for food and shelter. Get up close and personal with
them during this tour as you observe them in their natural habitat.
18 Mar
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
10am – 11am
NEW! "Grow with Nature" Drama Series:
The Grumpy Tree (A Drama Workshop)
Nature can be a powerful teacher.
The rich biodiversity in nature
makes it a good teaching tool
to develop children’s character.
Children will be more aware and
encouraged to care for nature
through this drama workshop.
$10/child
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
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23 Apr
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
10am – 11am
$10/child
Earth Day Special Workshop: Get Creative
with Nature! (A Hands-on Workshop)
31May
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
10am – 11am
Follow a trail of numbers and shapes at the Children's Gardens!
Children will have the opportunity to discover some interesting
characteristics about selected plants with special emphasis on
$6/child and
$6/accompanying leaves, their numbers and shapes.
Learn how to create your very own nature collage from recycled
materials found in the Children’s Garden. You will also go on a
guided tour and get to experience the great outdoors.
adult
Suitable for children at the K1 – P2 levels.
Numbers & Shapes (A Guided Tour)
4 Jun
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Young Mathematician (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
How many petals does a flower have?
How many leaflets are there on a leaf?
Your children will be introduced to
addition, subtraction and many more
mathematical skills that they can apply
to plants. They will enjoy being young
Mathematicians of the Garden learning
about Maths and plants.
$6/child and
$6/accompanying
adult
This tour is suitable for children at the P3 – P6 levels.
4 Jun
30 May
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
10am – 11am
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part I:
Sara the Forgetful Dinosaur:
Children's Treasure Hunt (A Guided Tour)
$8.50/child
(includes a
workbook) and
$6/accompanying
adult
A giant prehistoric dinosaur, Sara, has
left her eggs in the Singapore Botanic
Gardens! Your children will enjoy
discovering interesting members of the
plant kingdom as they join us on this
treasure hunt-cum-guided tour.
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
Fun with Maths & Plants (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
Have fun being a little Mathematician and
discover plants at the same time! Your
children will learn basic Mathematics
concepts through colours, shapes and
$6/child and
$6/accompanying sizes. They will also get to practise their
skills using leaves, flowers and other plant
adult
parts. Mathematics is fun and interesting!
This tour is suitable for children at the
K1 – P2 levels.
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
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11 Jun
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
9am – 1pm
“Arts in the Gardens” Series V:
NEW! The Tree and The Vegetables
(A Drama, Craft-cum-Planting Workshop)
20 Jun
Singapore
Botanic Gardens,
Botany Centre
10am – 11am
$50/child
Over centuries, countless artists have been inspired by nature
to produce magnificent prose, songs and works of art. Through
drama and art, children will learn about the beauty of nature.
The fifth workshop of this series, the session will feature a drama
activity titled “The Tree and The Vegetables”. Participants will
dramatise and portray characters from the story, while learning
important values. They will also discover more about how we rely
on nature for food and other uses. Using their creativity, they will
also produce their own art and craft masterpiece and create a
planted dish garden.
$8.50/child
(includes $2.50
"Sara Goes Carbon
Footprinting"
workbook) and
$6/accompanying
adult
14 Jun
10am – 11am
23 Jun
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part II:
Storytime with Sara @
Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
(A Storytelling cum Guided Tour)
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
This tour is suitable for children at the N1 – N2 levels.
Sara is celebrating her baby brother’s birthday party. At the last
minute, she realises she has forgotten about the birthday present!
Help Sara search for the perfect gift at the Children’s Garden.
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
To register:
Tel: 6471 9961 / 6465 0196
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part IV:
The Birthday Party, Sara @ The Children's Garden (A Guided Tour)
$8.50/child
(includes $2.50
"The Birthday
Party: Sara at the
Children's Garden"
workbook) and
$6/accompanying
adult
$6/child and
$6/accompanying
adult
Join us in exploring the Children’s Garden with Sara the
Botanicosaurus and her squirrel friends, Fluff-tail and Twitchy,
at this storytelling session specially designed for the little ones.
They will get to study plants featured in the story, climb the
Suspension Bridge and play hide-and-seek in the Maze.
Join Sara the Botanicosaurus and her new friend,
Rana the Frog, in learning about carbon footprints
and how we can make a difference for our home,
Planet Earth! Participants will also be introduced
to trees with various uses, learn how to reuse and
recycle objects from home and nature, and transform
them into items for decorative or practical purposes.
10am – 11am
Jacob Ballas
Children's Garden
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part III:
Sara Goes Carbon Footprinting
(A Guided Tour)
Community in Nature
Join us for the Community in Nature programmes. It is a series
of educational activities held in our parks where you and your
family can find out more about Singapore's biodiversity and
learn to appreciate our natural heritage.
20Feb
14May
12Mar
Venue for 20 Feb:Fort Canning Park
11Jun
Venue for 14 May:Telok Blangah Hill Park,
Sketches of Nature
Bird Watching along the Southern Ridges
Multi-Purpose Plaza
10am – 12pm
To register:
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Waves at Mount Faber Park side
7.30am – 9.30am
To register:
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18Mar
Animal Tree Huggers of Singapore
HortPark, GreenHouse
10am – 12pm
$25/pax
4 Jun
11Jun
18 Jun
25 Jun
Suitable for children between 5 and 12
years old.
Registration is required at least 10 days
in advance.
10Jun
Ecolife Family Tour
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park River Plains
9am – 11am
To register:
I Want To Be a Wildlife Surveyor!
10am – 12pm
19Mar
18Jun
Fun Walk along the Southern Ridges
$25/pax
Meeting Point: Entrance of Henderson
Waves at Mount Faber Park side
years old.
9am – 11am
Registration is required at least 10 days in advance.
To register:
23Jan
19Mar
21May
Trees of the Fort Tour
17Jun
Incredible Freshwater Wildlife Workshop
Meeting Point: The roundabout between
Hotel Fort Canning and Fort Canning
Art Centre
10am – 12pm
10am – 11.30am
$25/pax
To register:
years old.
Registration is required at least 10 days
in advance.
To register:
In Person: HortPark, Visitor Services Centre
Tel: 6471 5601
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Every
Sunday
Various Parks
Sundays @ the Park
8.30am – 9.30am / (Programme Code: SW013)
5pm – 6pm
Celebrate good health, good times and good company with
Sundays @ the Park!
Organised in collaboration with the Health Promotion Board
(HPB) and Sport Singapore (SportSG), Sundays @ the Park
offers a wide variety of heart-pumping workouts for all – from
Kickboxing to Zumba – now at a park near you!
The schedule of the parks is subject to change. For the complete
list of parks, please refer to the following website.
To register:
Website: www.hpb.gov.sg/sundays-at-the-park
20Feb
Punggol Waterway
NParks-OCBC Bike Clinic
9am – 11am
(Programme Code: SW033)
16Apr
Choa Chu Kang
Park
Calling out to riders of all ages to join us and learn more about
bicycle maintenance and safe cycling! This will be followed by a
cycling adventure at one of our beautiful parks.
9am – 11am
13Mar
12Jun
Fort Canning
Park,
Spice Garden
(Next to ROM)
10am – 12pm
Healthy Living through Navayugum
Join us in this session by the
Navayugum Society to learn how
you and your family can improve
your lifestyle through the use of
spices as ingredients in healthy
recipes. This is followed by a
yoga session, where you'll learn
the importance of relaxation.
To register:
To register for the cycling:
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14May
Fort Canning
Park,
Galeri Utama
Ayurvedic Concept of Detox
and Rejuvenation
10am – 12pm
$10/pax
Our bodies tend to gain more weight as we grow older and it
can be challenging to lose that excess fat. Learn how to manage
weight gain holistically through Ayurveda, which believes the
main cause of stubborn fats is low metabolism. This workshop
is organised in collaboration with the Ayurveda Association of
Singapore (AAOS).
To register:
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9Feb
1May
Istana Domain
Istana Open House
8.30am – 6pm
(Programme Code: SE013)
Free for
Singaporeans
& PRs
Visit the Istana during its Open House and sign up for a nature
guided walk* showcasing the Istana's flora and fauna.
* Charges for guided tour apply.
$1/pax for all
other visitors
27Feb
Pasir Ris Park
4pm – 7pm
Family Nature Day –
In Harmony with Nature
Join us at this outdoor carnival to celebrate our natural heritage.
Featuring various fun and educational activities for families to
bond over while getting close to nature, the event will end on a
high note with a nature-themed performance by the Singapore
Chinese Orchestra.
This programme is organised in partnership with the Singapore
Chinese Orchestra and is part of the Community in Nature
(CIN) initiative.
18 – 19
June
VivoCity
Festival of Biodiversity
10am – 10pm
Organised in collaboration with the Biodiversity Roundtable, the
annual Festival of Biodiversity celebrates Singapore’s biodiversity.
Through games, crafts, interactive booths and exhibitions, the
Festival aims to enthuse the general public about conserving our
natural heritage.
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Overview Calendar
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January
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April
47
February
50
May
48
March
51
June
January 2016
2 Jan
Healing Garden Tour
9am – 10.30am
9 Jan
Various locations
9am – 10.30am
24 Jan
Tropic Green – Jazz in the Gardens
5.30pm – 7pm
30 Jan
Gardeners' Day Out
HortPark
9am – 5pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
Mangrove Guided Walk
Pasir Ris Park
9am – 11am
Rain Forest Tour
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
10 Jan
Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra
6pm – 7pm
16 Jan
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
Kampong Tour
Pulau Ubin
9.30am – 11.30am
Herbs & Spices (A Gardening
10am – 5pm
Fort Canning Park
4pm – 6pm
23 Jan
Heritage Tour
9am
Dairy Farm Nature Park
9am – 12pm
Fort Canning Park
10am – 11.30am
Planted Tank Series: Wabi Kusa
10am – 1pm
Let's Discover Plants & Animals
(A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
Pioneers Trail along Ann Siang Hill
and Telok Ayer Green
4pm – 6pm
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High-rise Edible Gardening
Workshop – Vegetables & Western
Herbs (A Gardening Workshop)
10am – 5pm
31 Jan
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
Various
Sundays @ the Park
Various Parks
Every Sunday
8.30am – 9.30am / 5pm – 6pm
6 Feb
Healing Garden Tour
9am & 10am
9 Feb
Istana Open House
Istana Domain
8.30am – 6pm
13 Feb
Rain Forest Tour
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
9am – 12pm
Various locations
9am – 10.30am
Desert in a Dish Workshop
10am – 11.30am
Fort Canning Park
4pm – 5.30pm
27 Feb
Valentine's Day Special: Miniature
Garden Workshop for Couples (A
Gardening Workshop)
10am – 1pm
Growing Tropical Orchids for
Beginners (A Gardening Workshopcum-Guided Tour)
10am – 5pm
Valentine’s Day 2016: A Bandstand
Music Series
6pm – 10pm
14 Feb
Valentine's Day Special: Miniature
Garden Workshop for Couples
(A Gardening Workshop) - Repeat Run
10am – 1pm
Valentine’s Day 2016: A Bandstand
Music Series
6pm – 10pm
Families for Nature
Various locations
Jan to Dec 2016
20 Feb
Punggol Waterway
9am – 11am
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
Heritage Tour
9am
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
Sculpture Tour
Fort Canning Park
3.30pm – 5.30pm
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Guided Tour
Every Saturday
9.30am
Singapore Botanic Gardens Speaker
Series
Monthly
4pm – 5pm
Sketches of Nature
Fort Canning Park
10am – 12pm
february 2016
Family Nature Day – In Harmony
with Nature
Pasir Ris Park
4pm – 7pm
28 Feb
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
Various
Sundays @ the Park
Various Parks
Every Sunday
8.30am – 9.30am / 5pm – 6pm
Guided Tour
Every Saturday
9.30am
Gardeners' Day Out
HortPark
9am – 5pm
Kampong Tour
Pulau Ubin
9.30am – 11.30am
All About Desert Plants Part 1: Plants &
Their Habitats (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
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Series
Monthly
4pm – 5pm
Families for Nature
Various locations
Jan to Dec 2016
13 Mar
Home Gardening: The Fundamentals
& Another Perspective (A Gardening
9am – 6pm
14 Mar
Healing Garden Tour
9am & 10am
6 Mar
12 Mar
NAC-ExxonMobil Concert in the Park
4.30pm – 6.30pm
Rain Forest Tour
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
BioBlitz
Pasir Ris Park
TBC
Bird Watching along the
Southern Ridges
The Southern Ridges
7.30am – 9.30am
Gardeners' Day Out
HortPark
9am – 5pm
Coney Island Park
9am – 11am
Alien Invaders: Freshwater Edition
9.30am – 10.30am
Basic Arrangement with a Twist
10am – 1pm
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Fort Canning Park
4pm – 6pm
4pm – 6pm
15 Mar
Showtime in the Gardens
5pm – 7pm
Fort Canning Park
10am – 12pm
26 Mar
9am – 12pm
Adventure with Plants: Sara at the
Evolution Garden (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
A Victorian Musical Evening
5.30pm – 6.45pm
16 Mar
Celebrating Wildlife Series:
Glorious Trees of Botanic Gardens
9am – 1pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am / 11.30am – 1pm
/ 4pm – 5.30pm
Various
17 Mar
Precious Pangolins
4.30pm – 8.30pm
Sundays @ the Park
Various Parks
Every Sunday
8.30am – 9.30am / 5pm – 6pm
18 Mar
"Grow with Nature" Drama Series:
The Grumpy Tree (A Drama Workshop)
10am – 11am
19 Mar
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
The Southern Ridges
9am – 11am
Kampong Tour
Pulau Ubin
9.30am – 11.30am
Fort Canning Park
10am – 11.30am
APRIL 2016
2 Apr
National Orchid Garden School
Holidays Special
5 Mar – 20 Mar 2016
8.30am – 7.00pm
Singapore Chinese Orchestra
6pm – 7pm
9 Apr
Rain Forest Tour
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
Gardeners' Day Out
HortPark
9am – 5pm
Various locations
9am – 10.30am
Let's Learn About Butterflies & Moths!
9.30am – 11am
16 Apr
The Singapore Botanic Gardens: A
UNESCO World Heritage Site
12 Mar – 20 Nov
9am – 6pm
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
Choa Chu Kang Park
9am – 11am
Kampong Tour
Pulau Ubin
9.30am – 11.30am
Nature Keeper Camp
Mar, Jun, Nov School Holidays
9am – 5pm
Basic Bonsai (Conducted in Mandarin)
10am – 5pm
Guided Tour
Every Saturday
9.30am
Speaker Series
Monthly
4pm – 5pm
Healing Garden Tour
9am & 10am
Cacti and Succulents: How to Grow
and Identify Plants from Dry Climates
(A Gardening Workshop-cumGuided Tour)
10am – 1pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
27 Mar
Animal Tree Huggers of Singapore
HortPark
10am – 12pm
Families for Nature
Various locations
Jan to Dec 2016
Heritage Tour
9am
Microplant Detective Workshop I:
Ferns & Spores (An Investigative,
9am – 5pm
Various locations
9am – 10.30am
Pasir Ris Park
9am – 11am
Easter Day Special Workshop
10am – 11am
Thomson Jazz Club: Big Band
Bash 2016
5.30pm – 7pm
MARCH 2016
5 Mar
School's Out!: A Botanic Gardens
Movie Series
4pm – 10pm
Sculpture Tour
Fort Canning Park
3.30pm – 5.30pm
17 Apr
Voilah! French Festival Concert
6pm – 7.30pm
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23 Apr
Heritage Tour
9am
9am – 12pm
The Art of Planting:
Container Gardens & Terrariums
10am – 5pm
Earth Day Special Workshop:
Get Creative with Nature!
10am – 11am
1 May
7 May
30 Apr
Various
Sundays @ the Park
Various Parks
Every Sunday
8.30am – 9.30am / 5pm – 6pm
12 Mar – 20 Nov
9am – 6pm
Guided Tour
Every Saturday
9.30am
Speaker Series
Monthly
4pm – 5pm
Families for Nature
Various locations
Jan to Dec 2016
Shakespeare in the Park –
Romeo & Juliet
Fort Canning Park
27 Apr – 23 May
7.30pm
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8 May
21 May
Healing Garden Tour
9am & 10am
14 May
4pm – 6pm
Mother Knows Best: A Botanic
Gardens Movie Series
7.45pm – 9.45pm
Novo Winds
5.30pm – 6.30pm
28 May
Families for Nature
Various locations
Jan to Dec 2016
Shakespeare in the Park –
Romeo & Juliet
Fort Canning Park
27 Apr – 23 May
7.30pm
9am – 12pm
Heritage Tour
9am
Gardeners' Day Out
HortPark
9am – 5pm
Introduction to Floral Arrangement
(Part 2) (A Floral Arrangement
Workshop)
10am – 1pm
Speaker Series
Monthly
4pm – 5pm
Fort Canning Park
10am – 11.30am
Various locations
9am – 10.30am
Ayurvedic Concept of Detox
and Rejuvenation
Fort Canning Park
10am – 12pm
Guided Tour
Every Saturday
9.30am
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
Singapore Symphony Orchestra
6pm – 7pm
Sketches of Nature
Telok Blangah Hill Park,
Multi-Purpose Plaza
10am – 12pm
12 Mar – 20 Nov
9am – 6pm
Fort Canning Park
4pm – 6pm
Kampong Tour
Pulau Ubin
9.30am – 11.30am
29 May
Sundays @ the Park
Various Parks
Every Sunday
8.30am – 9.30am / 5pm – 6pm
Holidays Special
21 May – 26 Jun 2016
8.30am – 7.00pm
Introduction to Floral Arrangement
(Part 2) (A Floral Arrangement
Workshop)
10am – 1pm
Mummy I Heart You! (A Floral
Arrangement Workshop)
Botany Centre
10am – 1pm
Rain Forest Tour
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
Various
Music Concert at Dusk –
Chopin by the Lake
6.30pm – 7.30pm
Mother's Day Special Workshop
(A Floral Arrangement-cum-Handson Workshop)
10am – 11.30am
Fort Canning Park
4pm – 5.30pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
Istana Open House
Istana Domain
8.30am – 6pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am / 11.30am – 1pm
/ 4pm – 5.30pm
Going Bananas! Workshop
Fort Canning Park
3.30pm – 6pm
Rockestra®
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
5pm onwards
Fort Canning Park
4pm – 6pm
MAY 2016
JUNE 2016
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
2 Jun
Reptiles of Our Wild Isle
9am – 1pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am / 11.30am – 1pm
/ 4pm – 5.30pm
4 Jun
Healing Garden Tour
9am & 10am
30 May
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part I:
Sara the Forgetful Dinosaur: Children's
Treasure Hunt (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
31 May
Numbers & Shapes (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
Coney Island Park
9am – 11am
Ecolife Family Tour
9am – 11am
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Young Mathematician (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
19 Jun
VivoCity
10am – 10pm
Fun with Maths & Plants
(A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
12 Jun
Fort Canning Park
10am – 12pm
20 Jun
Singapore Lyric Opera
6pm – 7pm
14 Jun
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part II:
Storytime with Sara @ Jacob Ballas'
Children's Garden (A Storytelling
cum Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part
III: Sara Goes Carbon Footprinting
(A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
23 Jun
16 Jun
Beautiful Birds of Singapore
9am – 1pm
Sara The Botanicosaurus Series Part
IV: The Birthday Party, Sara @ The
Children's Garden (A Guided Tour)
10am – 11am
17 Jun
Incredible Freshwater Wildlife
Workshop
HortPark
10am – 12pm
5 Jun
NAC-ExxonMobil Concert in the Park
4.30pm – 6.30pm
7 Jun
Frogs & Toads of Singapore
Botanic Gardens
4.30pm – 8.30pm
9 Jun
Sculpture Tour
Fort Canning Park
3.30pm – 5.30pm
Microplant Detective Workshop II:
Flowers & Pollen (An Investigative,
9am – 5pm
18 Jun
10 Jun
11 Jun
Rain Forest Tour
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
The Southern Ridges
9am – 11am
Bird Watching along the Southern
Ridges
The Southern Ridges
7.30am – 9.30am
Ecolife Family Tour
9am – 11am
Pasir Ris Park
9am – 11am
VivoCity
10am – 10pm
Coney Island Park
9am – 11am
Home is Where the Heart is: A
Bandstand Music Series
7.15pm – 9pm
Sundays @ the Park
Various Parks
Every Sunday
8.30am – 9.30am / 5pm – 6pm
Holidays Special
21 May – 26 Jun 2016
8.30am – 7.00pm
12 Mar – 20 Nov
9am – 6pm
Nature Keeper Camp
Mar, Jun, Nov School Holidays
9am – 5pm
Guided Tour
Every Saturday
9.30am
Ecolife Family Tour
9am – 11am
Series
Monthly
4pm – 5pm
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am
Families for Nature
Various locations
Jan to Dec 2016
Herbs & Spices (A Gardening
10am – 5pm
Rockestra® in Conjunction with
Satay Night Live III
Empress Place, Empress Lawn
6pm onwards
Kampong Tour
Pulau Ubin
9.30am – 11.30am
Father's Day Special Workshop (A
Planting Workshop)
10am – 11.30am
“Arts in the Gardens” Series V: The
Tree and The Vegetables (A Drama,
Craft-cum-Planting Workshop)
9am – 1pm
Coney Island Park
9am – 11am
Coney Island Park
9am – 11am
Various locations
9am – 10.30am
Heritage Tour
9am
9am – 12pm
9am, 10am, 11am & 4pm
I want to be a Wildlife Surveyor!
HortPark
10am – 12pm
Gardeners' Day Out
HortPark
9am – 5pm
25 Jun
Various
26 Jun
Monument Trail
Empress Place
10am – 11.30am / 11.30am – 1pm
/ 4pm – 5.30pm
Fort Canning Park
4pm – 5.30pm
Ecolife Family Tour
9am – 11am
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Volunteer
Interested to play a part in building our City in a Garden? Sign up as a volunteer with NParks!
We welcome people who are passionate about greenery and nature to join our volunteer
programme. Volunteers can choose from a wide range of activities, including leading
outreach and education programmes, conducting guided walks and tours, and participating
in conservation programmes.
Every
Wednesday
(Except Public
Holidays)
HortPark,
GreenHouse
9am – 11am
Every
Wednesday
& Saturday
Bishan-Ang Mo
Kio Park, River
Plains Multipurpose Shelter
9am – 11am
(Except Public
Holidays)
This programme is open to individuals aged 15 years old* and above.
To register:
*Children who are 15 and 16 years old are required to produce signed parental
consent. Children aged 14 years and below must be accompanied by a parent
or guardian.
Every Friday
(Except Public
Holidays)
Fort Canning Park
Spice Garden
9am – 11am
Be An NParks Volunteer at Fort Canning Park – Spice Garden
(Programme Code: VO033)
Do you enjoy using herbs and spices during your cooking
preparation? Let our volunteer gardeners share simple solutions
on how to care for these herb and spice plants through gardening.
Join us every Friday morning at Fort Canning Park Spice Garden
to learn more and make new friends!
Be An NParks Volunteer at
To register:
What better way to make a difference to the community than
beautifying the park with your own hands and learning interesting
nature facts at the same time? Come comfortably dressed and
join us in our volunteer activities every week. Activities include
horticultural and river maintenance, habitat enhancement, park
beautification and more. The programme is open to individuals
aged 15 years old* and above.
Are you an aspiring green thumb? Do you want to farm your
own vegetables and fruits? Come join our gardening volunteers
every Wednesday where you can pick up gardening skills with
like-minded people who share a common passion!
Visit our website at www.nparks.gov.sg/contribute/volunteer to find out more about the
following areas which you can volunteer in:
• Conservation Programmes• Outreach Programmes
• Gardening• Visitor Services
• Guided Walks
There are also other avenues for volunteering, such as building up our plant information
database, photo-taking, and repairing and mounting herbarium specimens. For more information,
please email [email protected].
Be An NParks Volunteer at HortPark –
The Gardening Hub
Daily
Pasir Ris Park
Kitchen Garden
9am – 12pm
(Upon request only)
To register:
Interested in gardening? Join us as a volunteer to grow and care for a
wide array of vegetables, herbs and spices. In addition, you will learn
about how some of these plants can be used as natural remedies.
To register:
*Children who are 15 and 16 years old are required to produce signed parental
consent. Children aged 14 years and below must be accompanied by a parent
or guardian.
April
Various sites
around Singapore
7am – 9am
NParks Garden Bird Count
The NParks Garden Bird Count is a citizen science initiative to
get Singaporeans involved in collecting valuable information
about the birds in our parks, gardens and reserves.
To register:
Website: www.nparks.gov.sg/birdcountregister
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30Jan
12Mar
HortPark,
Multi-Purpose Hall
8.30am – 12.30pm
Claire Jonquieres
Gardeners’ Day Out
“I enjoy nature and activities such as gardening
and weeding. Unfortunately, I don’t have a
garden at home so I decided to volunteer to
pursue my interests and at the same time,
learn from other volunteers. For instance,
by volunteering for the Butterfly Habitat
Enhancement Project, I get to see the butterflies
up close and learn new things about them every
week. I encourage people to volunteer so that
they can develop new skills, meet new people
and have fun while they’re at it!”
Volunteers are invited for a plants-and-seeds exchange on this
day. Participants can also attend organised talks as well as a
networking session to get to know other gardeners.
Pre-registration is required and participation is subject to availability.
To register:
12Mar
Pasir Ris Park
BioBlitz
An NParks' Citizen Science programme, BioBlitz invites you to
document biodiversity in our parks. Join experienced naturalists and
come discover the creatures that share our City in a Garden.
To register:
Terms & Conditions
Registration
By subscribing to updates on programmes, you agree to receive updates on the requested programme.
To register for the programme, please refer to the information on registration for the respective programme.
Registration for programmes is on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of registration. Separate terms and conditions
for registration for programmes apply.
Featuring NParks Volunteers at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
It’s better to give than receive. Our volunteers share their thoughts on
volunteering and the benefits of giving back to nature.
Pang Shi Jie
“I am pursuing a science course in university
which does not give me many opportunities to
explore the great outdoors. Volunteering with
NParks gives me an avenue to get close to
nature. It also keeps me active and allows me to
give back to the community. I encourage those
who have spare time to volunteer – it’s a great
way to try something different while contributing
to a worthy cause.”
The registration period and method of registration may differ for each programme. For more information, visit www.nparks.
gov.sg.
Fees stated are subject to change without prior notice.
Modification, replacement or cancellation of programme
National Parks Board reserves the right to modify, replace or cancel the programme without prior notice at its sole and absolute
discretion. National Parks Board shall not be held liable for any loss or damage howsoever incurred arising out of the modification,
replacement and/or cancellation of the programme.
For safety reasons, outdoor tours or programmes may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. National Parks Board
reserves the right to modify, replace or cancel any outdoor programme or any part thereof without prior notice at its sole and
absolute discretion. National Parks Board shall not be held liable for any loss or damage howsoever incurred arising out of the
modification, replacement and/or cancellation of the affected programme.
General
All information is correct at the time of printing, but may be subject to change. Please visit www.nparks.gov.sg for the latest
updates.
All photos and images used are for illustration purposes only. They may not depict the actual product or materials used in
the programme, or the actual activities conducted during the programme.
All titles, ownership rights and intellectual property rights (including all copyrights) in and relating to the programme and
any copies thereof (including but not limited to any titles, themes, concepts and any related documentation) are owned by
National Parks Board.
National Parks Board reserves the right to amend, delete and / or add to these terms and conditions without prior notice at its sole and absolute discretion.
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Tenants Listing
Fort Canning Park
Battle Box2
Fabulous Baker Boy Café
Hotel Fort Canning and The
Legends
Lewin Terrace
Holland Village Park
Park
HortPark
Edible Garden City1
Istana Park
My Art Space
Jurong Central Park
McDonald's
Lifestyle Amenities in Parks
Our parks offer everything you need for a holistic and truly memorable park experience – from
dining options, arts and cultural activities, sports equipment and bicycle rentals to shopping and
lots more!
Simply visit www.nparks.gov.sg/activities/activities-and-promotions to check out the wide range
of lifestyle offerings in our parks and gardens!
Parks and Gardens
Admiralty Park
Outlet Name
Sakura International Buffet Restaurant
Ang Mo Kio Town Garden West McDonald’s
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Bedok Reservoir Park
Forest Adventure
WAWAWA - Bistro by The Reservoir
Bishan- Ang Mo Kio Park
Aramsa - The Garden Spa
Canopy Garden Dining
Cornerstone
GRUB
McDonald's
Changi Beach Park
Lifestyle Recreation PCN Pitstop Lifestyle Recreation PCN Pitstop
(Carpark 1)
(Carpark 7)
Choa Chu Kang Park
Rasa Istimewa C2K Restaurant
Clementi Woods Park
Sakura International Buffet Restaurant
Dhoby Ghaut Green
Visual Arts Centre
East Coast Park
Castle Beach
Cheers Kiosk
Coastline Leisure
Georges
Lifestyle Recreation PCN Pitstop
(Carpark C4)
(Area G1)
Singapore Wake Park2
Sunset Bay Garden Bistro
Big Splash
Discovery Kidz Rides
7-Eleven
Alpha Gymnastics
Ch’i Life Studio
Chiltern House
Crab in Da Bag
Fish @ Big Splash
HORNEST
Integrated Recreation Centre
(IRC) by Spring Gear
Kaboodle Kids
LilliPutt Indoor Mini Golf
Mookata House
Mr Teh Tarik
Old Town White Coffee
Tenants listing
Pondok Gurame Indonesian
Restaurant Pte Ltd
Reflexsole
Starbucks Coffee
Sunrise Bistro & Bar
Sushi Tei
The Seafood International Market
& Restaurant
Urban Inline
Parkland Green
Atmosphere
Bakery & Bar ST. MARC
Cheers and Killiney
Full Pint Brewery
Hvper Sport
Patro's Sports Bar & Restaurant
Pick-Me-Up Café
Pro Cycle
Sandbank
Starbucks Coffee
Tag Team
Seafood Centre
Enak Enak HongKong Tea House
Jumbo Seafood Restaurant
Long Beach Seafood Restaurant
Rong Heng Restaurant
Fort Canning Arts Centre:
Singapore Pinacothèque de
Paris
ARCH Heritage Singapore
Balzac Brasserie & Bar
FORT by Maison Ikkoku
Giojio Concepts
La Boutique Pinacotheque
Myra’s @ Fort Canning
Vineyard
Labrador Park
Tamarind Hill
Mount Faber Park
Faber Bistro
Villa Samadhi Singapore1
Pasir Ris Park
Coastline Leisure Bike Stop
Cycling Connection
Gallop Stable1
Georges at the Cove
Ohana Beach House
The Five Rabbits
Pasir Ris Town Park
D’Best Recreation
Punggol Park
GoCycling
Wild Oats
Punggol Point Park
GoCycling
Raffles Place Park
The Providore Singapore1
Sembawang Park
Beaulieu House
Sengkang Riverside Park
Mushroom Café
Bliss Kidz Café
Blue Bali @ Cluny
Casa Verde
Corner House
Food Canopy
Food for Thought
Springleaf Nature Park
Verdure Café
Sungei Buloh New Visitor
Centre (Kranji Entrance)
Mangrove Kitchen
Sun Plaza Park
Telok Kurau Park
Toa Payoh Town Park
Oasis Bay
West Coast Park
Dog Wash3
GoCycling
Woodlands Waterfront Park
Rasa Istimewa Woodlands Waterfront Restaurant
Gardens Shop @ Nassim Gate
Gardens Shop @ National
Orchid Garden
Gardens Shop @ Tanglin Gate
The Dunearn (NUSS)
The Halia
McDonald’s
Footnotes
1
Please check the NParks website for updates on the opening date.
2
Outlet is closed for renovations until further notice.
3
Outlet may be closed for renovation from 12 April 2016 onwards. Please check with the outlet for updates.
T&Cs
*
Please check with the respective outlets for their operating days and hours (including renovation
periods) or visit the NParks website at www.nparks.gov.sg for more information.
Tenants listing
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1 Cluny Road Singapore 259569
www.nparks.gov.sg
www.sbg.org.sg
www.facebook.com/SingaporeBotanicGardens
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