The Tanglin Club Magazine: April 2012

www.tanglinclub.org.sg APRIL 2012

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2 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE3 FINANCIAL CONTROLLER’S MESSAGE4 NOTICE FOR ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING5 CLUB OPERATING HOURS6 MEMBERS’ PAGE8 DO YOU KNOW?9 RECENT EVENTS11 CLUB PARTY 2012: AROUND THE WORLD12 EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT16 FOOD & BEVERAGE20 BOOKS & DVDS22 WELLNESS24 CALENDAR OF EVENTS26 BALUT & BILLIARDS28 BRIDGE32 DARTS33 FITNESS37 RECIPROCAL CLUBS38 GOLF40 LAWN BOWLS42 SQUASH44 TENNIS46 SWIMMING48 CINEMA

Opinions expressed in The Tanglin Club Magazine are solely those of the writers and do not necessarily represent those of The Tanglin Club. The Magazine welcomes articles and other contributions from Members. However, the Magazine & Website Sub-Committee reserves the right to edit all materials,

select photographs to be used, or decline publication. MICA (P) 132/05/2011. Published by The Tanglin Club. Printed by Photoplates Pte Ltd.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Clara Tan • [email protected]

EXECUTIVE CHEF Louis Tay • [email protected]

EVENTS MANAGER Tina Supri • [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP MANAGER Laura Monteiro • [email protected]

SPORTS & RECREATION MANAGER Christine Koh • [email protected]

EDITOR Frank Newman

DESIGNER Joshua Tay • [email protected]

FOR ADVERTISING Habib Mansoor • [email protected]/66220533

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18SWISS PROMOTION IN THE TAVERN

NOTICE FOR AGM

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEMy Fellow Members

The other day my good friend Sia Yong congratulated me on an un-eventful Club year. He said that, given the Club’s recent “turbulent” history, a boring year was not nec-essarily a bad thing and we have to be thankful for small mercies: it was cause for celebration. I concurred. As we toasted Mr Walker (Johnny) our good fortune, I told him that it helped that we have a GC which did not take the GC business too seri-ously; and which approached Club issues with perspective and balance; and whose members were content to settle any differences they may have (and there were very few) over a beer.

What awaits the next GC?

We are branded. We are 147 years old; with a rich history and tradi-tion, going back to 1865. We have excellent sporting and recreational facilities and F&B outlets. We own the land on which the main Club-house and the sports centre stands. We have no borrowings. Our bank balances are healthy. We have loyal, hardworking and committed Man-agement and staff members. And, we have a waiting list of about 1,400 people who are prepared to pay $35,000 each to join us.

In FY2010/11, it costs $24.3 mil-lion (including depreciation of $2.4 million) to run the Club. Our op-erating revenue was $21.3 million. The shortfall was $3 million. We de-pended on the $5.6 million entrance fees from new Members and $345k in investment income to achieve a surplus of almost $3 million. Going forward, we will not have anything near $5.6 million in entrance fees as we cannot offer any more Ordinary memberships because of our Rules. Our entrance fee income will only be from instalment payments of Or-dinary membership fees and Term membership fees. We expect oper-ating costs to rise and unless there are new sources of revenue, like an increase in Members’ monthly sub-scriptions and/or a minimum spend levy, we anticipate the shortfall to grow bigger.

Last month, I referred to the “grey-ing” of the Club and the fact that

about 25% of Members (“25%”) do not come to the Club at all. I sus-pect that there may be an overlap in the composition of older Members and the 25%. I think the 25% may be prepared to give up their mem-berships if the Club makes them a reasonable offer. I am confi dent that, with goodwill, imagination and courage, it may be possible to “unlock” the potential of the 25%. In the process of doing so, we would improve the Club’s fi nances, inject new life and vitality to the Club, and at the same time, cater substan-tially to the demands of Singapore-ans to join the Club.

I think one of our major chal-lenges will be to manage our costs of food, of wages and of goods and services essential to our operations, without lowering the quality of the food we serve our Members and at the level of service they are accus-tomed to. And, at the same time, to offer our Members the full range of amenities, activities, recreations and sports, which are the hallmarks of our Club.

As Members are aware, Ms Clara Tan, our Financial Controller has been overseeing the operations of the Club since 9/11/11. This is in addition to her job as FC. She has discharged her additional duties and responsibilities with distinction. Please join me to thank her for her service to the Club.

Mr Roy Higgs will join us on 9/4/12 as our General Manager. He graduated from the University of Singapore and has an MBA from the University of Strathclyde. He was with Westin Hotels, Raffl es Hotel and served as General Manager of Clarke Quay Festival Village. In ad-dition, he has been General Manag-er of Keppel Club and Tanah Merah Country Club.

We are confi dent that Roy’s back-ground and experience will be inval-uable in our Club, and that he will lead, motivate and mentor Manage-ment and staff members to bring our Club to new heights.

At the AGM we will elect a new GC. If you have some spare time, and a wish to serve your Club, I urge you to stand for elections to GC. Let

us elect the best GC possible.

I thank you for the privilege to serve as your President. I have en-joyed the experience.

Sim Yong ChanPresidentThe Tanglin Club

President Sim Yong Chan

Vice-President Humphrey Chua

Honorary Treasurer Vincent Troy

Human Resource Convenor Patrick Kwek

Food & Beverage Convenor Ronnie Lim

Library Convenor Nan Sandford

Magazine & Website Convenor Frank Newman

Development & Property Convenor

Dr Richard Tan

Membership & Rules Convenor Robert Wiener

Tenders & Purchasing Convenor Dr Richard Tan

Entertainment Convenor Dr Albert Wee

Sports & Recreation Convenor Robert Wiener

GENERAL COMMITTEE 2011/12

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Dear Members

As we gear towards the Annual Gen-eral Meeting, which is scheduled on 30 April, we do not forget to contin-ue to renew your dining and sport-ing experiences at the Club. For a start, remember to join us at the “Around The World” Club Party on 19 May, so prepare to let down your hair and have fun!

Renovation of Main Clubhouse FaçadeFirst and foremost, I would like to thank you for bearing with us throughout the construction period. The inconvenience caused to many of you - with the noise, dust and traf-fi c re-direction – will be rewarded to you when you see the new canopy, which will provide more shelter and shade at the Main Clubhouse en-trance, very soon.

SportsRecently, the Club hosted the Bowls Singapore National Pairs Tourna-ment 2012 on 3, 4, 10 and 11 March. For four days, we had the privilege of witnessing many national play-ers competing and enjoying their games here.

The Club also hosted the inaugural TANS Games (TANS is an acronym for The Tanglin Club, American Club, National University of Singa-pore Society and Singapore Swim-ming Club). Members from these four clubs competed in sports like Billiards, Bowling, Golf, Table Ten-nis, Tennis and Squash, building a good camaraderie amongst them-selves. New friendships were forged and existing friendships strength-ened. The fi nal Gala Dinner for the presentation of the Challenge Tro-phy was held in the Churchill Room on 31 March for a total of more than 200 Members and guests. I would like to convey my appreciation to the S&R Manager, Christine, and her team of staff for working extra hard in organising and coordinating the Games.

For the month of April, you can expect eventful new activities lined up for you, which include:

• A talk on cleansing and rejuvenat-ing your health on 11 April

• A one-day ride to Pengerang, Johor Bahru, Malaysia on 21 April

• The Annual Tennis Championship

• The John Wilks Snooker Competition

Food & BeverageI have received much positive feed-back on the Irish promotion, which was held at the Tavern between 5 and 18 March. The management will continue to work closely with the F&B Sub-Committee to bring you good food. Don’t forget to try the selection of vegetarian dishes too, introduced since Feb 2012 at the Tavern and Wheelhouse. In April, delight your taste buds with the Raclette and special Swiss pasta during the Club’s Swiss Promotion, which will be made available from 9 to 22 April, and end your gastro-nomic adventure with April’s Cake of the Month – Opera Cake. Two of the Saturday nights in April at the Churchill Room will be set aside for Social Dancing, whereby a buffet will also be served, and all Members are welcome to have your dinner here, whether you join in the dance or not.

JackpotThe Jackpot Room’s operating hours had been changed to 10am to 11pm daily, as part of the compliance with the Singapore Police Force Licenc-ing Division’s Lottery Permit condi-tions. For your added enjoyment, I have made a slight change to the lunch and dinner menus, which I hope will enhance your enjoyment of the food there.

Meanwhile, look forward to two new game machines coming your way within the next couple of months.

StaffThe Star Employee of the Month of February was awarded to Ms Linda Ren of the Housekeep-ing depart-ment. Linda, who hails from Jilin, China, joined The Tanglin Club in December 2010. She has shown great improvement in her spoken

English, and has displayed a very good working attitude during the past year with the Club. Congratu-lations, Linda!

In March 2012, the Club bade fare-well to our former F&B Manager, Mr Ramani Shanmugam. A few elderly staff, with the oldest being 83 year-old Uncle Seng, have also retired. Uncle Seng, a familiar face at the Churchill Room bar, had been work-ing at the Club since 1961. However, do be informed that the Club has of-fered them part-time work with the Club. At this point, I would like to express the management’s heartfelt thanks to the loyalty and dedicated services they have given to Club Members throughout their years of service with the Club.

On 9 April 2012, the Club warmly welcomes Mr Roy Higgs, our new General Manager. Mr Higgs has vast experience with various golf and country clubs, as well as in the hos-pitality industry, and he will lead our management team to excel fur-ther.

Last but not least, I thank the Gen-eral Committee, especially the Presi-dent, Mr Sim, and Honorary Treas-urer, Mr Troy, for their guidance and valuable advice. And I thank all Members for the support and feed-back given to me for the past fi ve months. I shall continue to work closely with the General Commit-tee, Mr Higgs and fellow Heads-of-Department to bring you continued enjoyment.

Best Regards,

Clara TanFinancial Controller

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NOTICE FOR ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING4

NOMINATION TO THE GENERAL COMMITTEE 2012/2013

• A new GC will be elected at the AGM.

• Completed Nomination Forms must be submitted to the General Manager by 4pm, Monday, 9 April 2012.

• Members may collect Nomination Forms for the GC from the Front Offi ce.

• You may vote in GC elections at the AGM or on the next day, 1 May 2012, between 9am to 6pm.

Annual General MeetingMonday, 30 April 20126pm, at the Clubhouse

• Members are urged to support the Club by attending the meeting

• Registration starts from 5pm at the Deli Lounge

• Voting Members are required to present their valid membership cards to register

• Proxy voting is not allowed

CLUB HOURSCHURCHILL ROOM Sunday to FridayLunch: Noon to 3pm (Last order: 2.30pm)Tuesday to Friday (Closed on Mondays)Dinner: 7pm to midnight (Last order: 10.30pm)SaturdayLunch: ClosedDinner: 7pm to 1am (Last order: 11pm)SundayBrunch: 11.30am to 2.30pmDinner: 6pm to 10pm (Last order: 9.30pm)For reservations, please contact Food & Beverage Dept at 66220432 or email to [email protected]

DELI LOUNGE Daily10.30am to 11pm (Last order: 10.30 pm))Walk-in only. No reservation allowed.

TANGLESMonday to Friday11am to 11pm (No food service from 3pm to 5pm)Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday8am to 11pmWalk-in only. No reservation allowed.

TAVERN RESTAURANTDailyLunch: 12noon to 3pm (Last order: 2.30pm)Sunday to ThursdayDinner: 6pm to 11.30pm (Last food order: 11pm)FridayDinner: 6pm to 11pm (Last food order: 11pm)SaturdayDinner: 6pm to 11.30pm (Last food order: 11.30pm)Walk-in only. No reservation allowed.

TAVERN BARMonday to Thursday12pm to 1am (Last order: 12.45am)Friday12pm to 2am (Last order: 1.45am)Saturday11am to 2am (Last order: 1.45am)Sunday11am to 1am (Last order: 12.45am)Walk-in only. No reservation allowed.

TERRACE RESTAURANT Sunday & Thursday7pm to 1am (Last food order: 11pm)Friday7pm to 2am (Last food order: 11pm)Saturday7pm to 12am (Last food order:11.30pm)Sunday12pm to 3pm (Last order: 2.30pm)Walk-in only. No reservation allowed.

TERRACE BAR Sunday to Thursday12pm to 1 am (Last order: 12.45am)Friday & Saturday12pm to 2am (Last order: 1.45am)Walk-in only. No reservation allowed.

MAIN LIBRARY Weekday 10am to 7pmSaturday 10am to 5pmSunday 10am to 3pmClosed on public holidays.

JUNIOR LIBRARY Tuesday to Friday, & public holidays 12pm to 7pmSaturday 9am to 7pmSunday 11am to 7pm(Closed on Mondays)

READING ROOM Daily 9am to 11pm (Last order: 10pm)

BILLIARDS ROOM Daily 12pm to 11pm

CARD ROOM Daily 8am to 12.30pm

GYMNASIUM Daily 6am to 10pm

JACKPOT ROOM Monday to Friday 10.30am to 11.30pmSaturday & Sunday 10.30am to midnight

PLAYROOM Tuesday to Friday 12pm to 7pmSaturday, Sunday & public holidays 9am to 8pm(Closed on Mondays)

SWIMMING POOL Daily 7am to 10.30pm

SQUASH COURTS Daily 7.30am to 10.30pm

TENNIS COURTS Daily 7am to 11pm

LAWN BOWLS GREEN Daily 7am to 11pm

CINEMA Friday 8pm Saturday 6pm & 9pmSunday 2.30pm & 8pm

HAIR SALON Monday to Saturday 10am to 7pm1st & 3rd Sundays of the month 10am to 6pmClosed on 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month & public holidays.

SPA BOTANICA TANGLINMonday to Friday 11am to 8pmSaturday & Sunday 10am to 8.30pm

GENERAL OFFICE Monday to Friday 8.30am to 6.15pmClosed on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

KEY CONTACTSFRONT OFFICE / RECEPTIONContact person: Nantha Kumar(Senior Member Services Executive)Tel: 65 6622 0555Email: [email protected] (General Enquiries), [email protected] (Room Reservations)

FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPARTMENTContact person: Rozita Abu Bakar(F&B Secretary)Tel: 65 6622 0432 / 0431 / 0433Email: [email protected]

EVENTS DEPARTMENTContact person: Tina Supri(Events & Rooms Manager) / Vanitar Sindaya (Events Executive)Tel: 65 6622 0437 / 0438Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

BANQUET DEPARTMENTContact person: Letchumi Koolu(Catering Sales Manager)Tel: 65 6622 0434 / 0435Email: [email protected]

FINANCE DEPARTMENTContact person: Wendy Lim(Accounts Executive)Tel: 65 6622 0418Email: [email protected]

COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENTContact person: Habib Mansoor(Communications Executive)Tel: 65 6622 0533Email: [email protected]

LIBRARYContact person: Agnes Louis(Library Manager)Tel: 65 6622 0494Email: [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP DEPARTMENTContact person: Laura Monteiro(Membership Manager)Tel: 65 6622 0490Email: [email protected]

SPORTS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTTel: 65 6622 0588 / 0589Email: [email protected]

SECURITY DEPARTMENTContact person: Lincoln Lowe(Security Manager)Tel: 65 6622 0556Email: [email protected]

EXECUTIVE OFFICEContact person: Julie Goh(Executive Secretary)Tel: 65 6622 0402Email: [email protected]

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From left: New Members Stuart Mark Green & Huang Wei Jie and Proposer Robert James Martin.

MEMBERS’ PAGE

From left: New Members John Gerald Lagman & Serena Hu Kwang Pin and Proposer Stella Hu.

From left: His Excellency Leonid Moiseev (Ambassador of the Russian Federation) & Galina Kunegina and Helen Sim & President Sim Yong Chan.

From left: New Members Brendan Michael & Alexandra Victoria Plessis, Lisa Dale Robins & Herve Paul Jacques Pauze.

From left: New Members Andre Patrick Joseph Cohen & Laura Yung Sook Han, Helen Ng and Proposer Francis Ng.

New Members Marc (left) & Marie-Christine Catherine Dobro.

New Members Wee Siew Yen (left) & Dr Wong Kee Hau.

From left: Proposer David Wilson White, Marion White and New Members Margaret McLaren & William Fraser Evans.

New Members Patrick (left) & Julie Caroline Murphy and Proposer Alan Rupert Nisbet.

MEMBERS’ PAGE

INTRODUCTION EVENING5 MARCHWe extend a warm welcome to our new members.

HONORARY MEMBERS• H.E. Marut Jitpatima (Ambassador of Thailand) & Jiraporn Jitpatima• H.E. Leonid Moiseev (Ambassador of the Russian Federation) & Galina Kunegina

ORDINARY MEMBERS• Andre Patrick Joseph Cohen & Laura Yung Sook Han• Marc & Marie-Christine Catherine Dobro• Udhay Anton Dos Remedios Furtado• Hendro Purwanto & Juita Hoo• Ravi Thimma Raju Kankipati & Lakshmi Raju Kanumuru• Chandra Prakash & Anju Khetan • John Gerald Lagman & Serena Hu Kwang Pin• Dr Sheri Lim Ee-Lin & Jason Tan Hwee Leong • Patrick & Julie Caroline Murphy• Lisa Dale Robins & Herve Paul Jacques Pauze• Brendan Michael & Alexandra Victoria Plessis• Zarmin Noon & Manraj Singh Sekhon• Prahlad Narayan & Hema Sheth Shantigram• Wee Siew Yen & Dr Wong Kee Hau• Yap Meng Choo & Dr Clarence Yeo Sze Kin• Michael Yap Soon Ming

TERM MEMBERS• Dharma Shankar Bajpai• William Fraser & Margaret McLaren Evans• Robert Charles & Rachael Emma Garston• Stuart Mark Green & Huang Wei Jie• Vishnu Dev Guddireddigari & Deepthi Ponnaluru• Vivek Madan & Ipshita Kamra • Julian Pearson• Colin John Robertson• Dr Mohamed Razeen Sally

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS• Klaus Gerhard Borig (Spouse of Elsie Oh Swee Peng)• Choo Boon Kiat (Spouse of Teo Huey Min)

ABSENT MEMBERSWe bid a fond farewell to our members who are converting to Absent Membership, and we hope to welcome them back soon.

• Mr Benjamin Ian Pedley• Mr & Mrs Stanley Zagrodnik

New Members Juita (left) & Hendro Purwanto Hoo.

New Members (left) Zarmin Noon & Manraj Singh Sekhon.

From left: New Members Ravi Thimma Raju Kankipati & Lakshmi Raju Kanumuru, Anuradha Kankipati and Proposer Rajan Raju Kankipati.

From left: His Excellency Marut Jitpatima (Ambassador of Thailand) & Jiraporn and Helen Sim & President Sim Yong Chan.

Proposer Chris Claridge (left) and New Member Julian Pearson.

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PLEASE UPDATE US WITH YOUR EMAIL ADDRESSPlease be informed that with effect from 1 February 2012, the following email services were implemented at the Library for books and DVDs:

• Reminders• Overdue Notices• Collection of Reserved Items

To keep our records updated, kindly furnish us with your email addresses to [email protected] & [email protected]

8 DO YOU KNOW?NOTICE OF SUSPENSION OF ORDINARY MEMBERSHIP

By order of the General Committee, Members are here-by informed that admission to Ordinary Membership will be suspended after the March 2012 Introduction Evening, as the Club Rules require to keep Ordinary and Life Membership to a maximum of 4,000. After 5 March, 2012, the Club will have 3,959 Life and Ordinary Mem-bers. There will then be 41 available Memberships left. The Club intends to reserve those 41 places for Absent Members who may resume Membership at any time. The decision will be reviewed periodically to allow ad-mission where appropriate.

SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN IN THE CLUBThe Club wishes to remind its members who are parents of children under 14 years of age, that they are respon-sible for the conduct of their children whilst they are in the Club premises, as per Bye-Law 6(c)(ii). Children are forbidden to play, run, or have games in any area of the Club, other than the Family Block adjacent to the swim-ming pool.

VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED FOR DVDsThe DVD Sub-Committee of the Club would like to enlist the aid of Members who have appropriate ex-perience and background, to assist in the upgrad-ing of facilities in the DVD libraries. Is there any Member, spouse, or others who would be willing to assist? If so, please contact any member of the library staff, who will give you full details.

Frank NewmanDVD Convener

GUEST PARKING Members are requested to make prior arrangements by informing the Front Offi ce staff of their guests’ vehicle registration numbers. Please note that guests are only allowed to park their vehicles on the open deck of the Multi Storey Car Park at the Main Clubhouse and is subject to space availability.

USAGE OF THE READING ROOMMembers are to note that the writing desks in the Read-ing Room must not be used for more than two hours at any time. Additionally, only refreshments will be served in the Reading Room. Members should also be mindful of the standard of dress required for entry into the room.

‘Thank You’ Cocktail for the Sub-Committees and Sections19 MarchIt was an evening for old friends to meet again, as well as new friendships being forged, as the Mem-bers of the various Sub-Committees, Sports Sec-tions, and the General Committee celebrated a suc-cessful year of overseeing the various components and activities of the Club, in a cocktail event at the Churchill Room.

The President, Mr Sim Yong Chan, gave a speech, thanking all the Members who volunteered their time and resources to support their individual Sub-Committee and Sections, and commending their passion in keeping the traditions of the Club alive. The guest-of-honour, His Excellency, Dr Anacleto Fe-licani, the Ambassador of Italy to Singapore and an Honorary Member, gave a speech as well, and praised the high standards of service and excellent facilities of the Club. His Excellency had previously presented to the Club several Italian military-themed plaques, which have been installed in the Raffl es Room.

The President, Mr Sim Yong Chan giving his speech.

His Excellency, Dr Anacleto Felicani speaking to the Members.

From left: Mrs Carolyn Yeo, Mrs Nan Sandford, Mr Darcy McColl, Mrs Kirsten Mansfi eld, and Mr Peter Rogers.

From left: Mrs Nancy Lum, Cpt Frederick Francis, Mrs Yulia Francis, andMrs Ng Yoke Kian.

From left: His Excellency, Dr Felicani and Mdm Maria Ines Robles, Mrs Helen Sim & Mr Sim, with the plaques at the Raffl es Room.

From left: Mr David Hickman, Mrs Susan Gallagher, Dr Albert Wee, and Mr Ashok Arya.

From left: Mrs Grace Goh & Mr David Goh, and Mrs Carolyn Yeo.

The Annual Staff Dinner & Dance 2012On 20 February 2012, the Grand Ballroom of the Hotel InterContinental was transformed into a scene of a school, with many ‘students’ dressed in school uniform, reliving the ‘good old school days’ when life seemed simpler, especially with little pleasures, such as the familiar colourful paper balls that came with snacks, the game of tikam-tikam (a game of chance), kuti-kuti (a traditional children’s game), the ubiquitous Ding Ding white can-dy, and other very familiar local items.

It was a time to celebrate for all in-house and contract staff, in appreciation of their hard work rendered in the year 2011. It was also a night of recognition and acknowledgement to our loyal staff, who received their long-service awards for continuous service in the Club, ranging from 10 to 40 years!

The opening highlight was a dance perform-ance put up by 10 members of staff of the Dinner & Dance Organising Committee. Their dance brought about much praise for their ‘courage’ and showmanship, since the majority of them were performing in front of a crowd for the fi rst time, and a large crowd at that – 220 of their fellow colleagues and

some Members of the General Committee (GC). Well done to the team for being such good sports about it!

Throughout the night, staff and GC Mem-bers savoured the sumptuous buffet spread of local delights, and they truly let their hair down to engage themselves in a series of fun-fi lled team building games. For the fi rst time in the history of the Staff D&Ds, the staff were so busy participating in games that they only managed to consume 3.5 bar-rels of beer instead of the usual 6 barrels! No doubt many went home satisfi ed, but sober!

A big thank-you goes to our sponsors for their generous contributions towards the An-nual Staff Dinner & Dance party. Each and every member of the staff went home with a lucky draw prize!

Last, but not least, a big thank you also goes to the Organising Committee, comprised of Mr Lincoln Lowe (Security Manager), Mrs Mary Lee (Executive Housekeeper), Ms Tina Supri (Events Manager), Mr Abdul Aziz (Gym Manager), Ms Julie Goh (Executive Secre-tary), Mr Indika Fernando (M&E Executive), Ms Annie Ng (Human Resource Executive), Mrs Savitri Devi (Human Resource Execu-tive), and Mrs Suseela Devi (Culinary Assist-ant), for their time and effort to make this event a great success.

Celestine KhoHuman Resource Manager

There’s no need for a packed

suitcase or a flight ticket. Get ready

for an exciting evening as The

Tanglin Club brings you Around the

World… From Salsa dancers to line

dancing, Javanese Gamelan to

African Bongos, these and many

more will be showcased as we

delight you with a memorable,

enjoyable evening of cultural fun

and festivites.

Members: $40

Guests: $60

Late Entry After 11pm: $25

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Event DisclaimerPlease note that reservations for all Club events must be in written form and submitted to the Events Department prior to the last day for

cancellation date. There is no guarantee of placement or seat for walk-in registration on the day of the event. The organisers, sponsors, and anyone involved in the organisation of Club events will not be held liable for late cancellation, overbooking, force majeure or any other

unforeseen situation beyond their control.

FOR ENQUIRIES Please contact Events Department at 66220437/0438. FOR RESERVATIONS Email [email protected] or [email protected]

EASTER SPECIAL EGG-CITING MORNINGSATURDAY, 7 APRIL, 11AM TO 1PM AT THE WHEELHOUSE FUNCTION ROOM

It’s Easter! Hop over to have a playful morning. Decorate with cute crafts, share amazing Easter Cards with your loved ones and serve easy foods for the most fun springtime fête ever.

Invite a guest to join us for an eggs-traordinary morning as we will be making omelettes and cupcakes.

Price: $15 (Member) & $18 (Guest).

LADIES HEALTH & AESTHETIC TALKWEDNESDAY, 25 APRIL, 3PM TO 5PM AT THE DRAYCOTT ROOM

Advances in medicine have allowed us to live longer, and have more active lives. Ladies, bond over high tea and learn how to feel rejuvenated and refreshed as we bring to you Dr Slyvia Ramirez’s presentation to “Aging Gracefully”.


EASTER FAMILY BRUNCHSUNDAY, 8 APRIL, 11.30AM AT THE CHURCHILL ROOM

A champagne-fueled brunch with delectable cuisine lined up specially for you. A fun family affair not to be missed as we keep the children occupied with an egg-citing egg hunt with our Easter Bunny!

Price: $88 (Adult with free-fl ow of champagne), $45 (Adult without free-fl ow of champagne) & $22 (Child).

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With its perfect location, the Club’s 16 well-appointed suites, some with balconies and pool-view, are a logi-cal choice for Members and Guests visiting Singapore. What’s more, enjoy the following:

• Buffet Breakfast for each person• In-room Espresso Machine • Complimentary Minibar • Complimentary Wired and Wireless Internet Access • IDD Telephone • DVD Player • iDevices Docking Station with Radio and Alarm Clock • 42” LED TV with Cable TV Chan-nels • In-room Safe • Iron/Ironing Board • Hairdryer • Daily Morning Newspaper

TOTE BAG FOR MOMSATURDAY, 5 MAY, 11AM AT THE WHEELHOUSE FUNCTION ROOM

Looking to make Mom an extra-special creative gift this Mother’s Day? A tote bag is a carry-all! Whether it’s for a day at the beach, a trip to the gym, to carry groceries or even just to carry your Mother’s Day gift, a personalised tote will be a gift always cherished by your Mom or Grandma!

Price: $40 (Price includes batik paint-ing, tote bag and sewing of tote bag – collection of bag will be advised)Minimum of 12 participants required for commencement of activity.

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For all the mothers out there, here’s a great way to say ‘Thank You’. Make

a date with Mom for a scrumptious Mother’s Day Brunch. The Churchill Room is an elegant space for a relax-

ing brunch. Mom would certainly approve.

Price: $55 (Member) &$22 (Child). Price includes a door

gift for mum & entertainment.

“My Mother is the bank where I have always deposited all my hurts and worries and with-

drawn nothing, but comfort and love”.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

SUNDAY, 13 MAY, 11.30AM AT THE CHURCHILL ROOM

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t! You are cordially invited to Dazzle Creations’ exhibition-sale of

handcrafted jewellery in diamonds, rubies, emeralds and pearls set

in 18K gold and silver Mon Apr 23– Tues Apr 24

11am– 7pm Tanglin Club, Claymore Room,

5 Stevens Road, Singapore Enquiries: Ashwini Sharma

65- 97801964 Exhibition continues April 26 and 27 on East Coast.

WINE CIRCLEDINNER TASTING WITH SACHA LICHINEFRIDAY, 20 APRIL, 7PM AT THE RAFFLES ROOM

Sacha Lichine of the Lichine family will be on hand to present all 5 of his rose wines from Chateau d’Esclans, including two vintages of the top end “Garrus” in magnum, to a menu of tapas, roast striploin of beef, and melted cheese Raclette station.

Price: $50 (Wine Circle Member), $65 (Non Wine Circle Member) & $80 (Guest).

DAUMAS GASSAC WINE TASTINGFRIDAY, 25 MAY, 7PM AT THE RAFFLES ROOM

A vineyard steeped in history, Daumas Gassac is encompassed in the wild beauty of the High Valley du Gassac in Languedoc, France, and the perfumes of the rich Mediterranean wild plants and herbs in the surroundings contribute to the complexity of its wines. Discover Daumas Gassac’s outstanding wines in the comfort of the Club.

SOCIAL DANCING AT THE CHURCHILL ROOMFRIDAY, 13 & 27 APRIL, 7PM TO 11.30PM

If you have ‘happy feet’, and reminisce about the good old days when you danced the night away, the new Churchill Room is the perfect venue for you. The Churchill Room has a rich history of Club Members dancing the night away in the myriad of events held at the Club. Bring along a partner, have a sumptuous meal, and let your feet take you away, as you waltz to the music. Price: $35 (per person). Price includes buffet dinner.

FOR ENQUIRIESPlease contact Food & Beverage Department at 66220432 or email [email protected]

CAKE OF THE MONTHOPERA CAKEAVAILABLE FOR DINE-IN OR TAKEAWAY IN APRIL AT THE DELI LOUNGE.

If you are tired from all the fruity tarts and jellied jams in your cakes, sink your teeth into an old-fashioned and elegant Opera Cake, teeming with soft ganache and delicious coffee syrup - all covered in a beautiful glaze.

Price: $38.80 (whole cake) & $5 (per slice).

DILMAH TEAAVAILABLE AT THE DELI LOUNGE

Founded in 1974, Dilmah is world-famous for its high-quality teas, and known for the ‘Dilmah Difference’ - tea made in the traditional way. Enjoy Sri Lanka’s fi nest product, and make it your favourite ‘cuppa’ in the Club.

Check with outlet for more details.

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The Churchill Room will be unavailable for banqueting functions every fi rst two weeks until June 2012.

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GOURMET ATTHE CHURCHILL ROOMFine dining at its best, is only in the Churchill Room. Members with a discerning palate will en-joy the elegantly-crafted and exquisite dishes from the Executive Set Lunch, the Churchill’s Family Brunch, and its almost-divine Dinner menu. Enter the world of fi ne dining and excellent service, only at the Churchill Room.

Executive Set LunchTuesday to Friday, 12.30pm to 2.30pm (choose from 2 to 4-course menu) Price starts from $28 per person.

Family Sunday Brunch/DinnerBrunch from 11.30am to 2.30pm, Dinner from 7pm to 9pm Price: $35 (Adult) & $17.50 (Child).

SWISS PROMOTION IN THE TAVERN9 TO 22 APRIL AT THE TAVERN

Experience the richness of Swiss cuisine in this month’s Swiss Promotion in the Tavern. Savour the region’s famous cheeses, especially the Racelette, and sample an Italian-infl uenced Switzerland Pasta. En Guete!

EXPRESS BUFFET LUNCHDAILY, 11.30AM TO 2.30PM AT TANGLES

Tangles at the Sports & Recreation Complex is buzzing with regular patrons, eager to sample the many dishes in its Express Buffet Lunch menu. Each week is a different theme, from Local, to Mediterranean, and Indian cuisine; you’ll be spoiled for choice.

Price: $10.95 (without wine) & $15.60 (with wine).

The Tanglin Club is proud to present this pair of wines, made and bottled by Framingham Wines, to its discerning Mem-bers.

The Sauvignon Blanc shows classic passionfruit and pronounced grapefruit fl avours, smartened up with currant, capsicum and hints of mineral. Best enjoyed with seafood and summer salads. Price: $36.50 (per bottle) & $7.30 (per glass).

The Pinot Noir exudes welcoming aromas of raspberry, dark cherry and cranberry. A splash of smoky oak adds complexity. The palate is lush and rounded with dark and summer fruit compote fl avours, along with some savoury, smoky bacon notes. A charming wine that matches easily with duck or lamb dishes. Price: $38.50 (per bottle) & $7.70 (per glass).

CHAMPAGNE BRUNCHSUNDAY, 29 APRIL, 11.30AM TO 2.30PM AT THE CHURCHILL ROOM

Thank goodness for Sundays, when you can fi nd the time to rest and relax with friends and family. If you have had a tough and hectic week, some good food and good company will most surely rejuvenate you for the week ahead!

Price: $85 (Adult with champagne), $45 (Adult without champagne) & $22.50 (Children below age 12). Free-fl ow of champagne, beer and wine. Last day for cancellation: 23 April 2012.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONBuy one dozen of the

same label and get one bottle FREE.

WINES OF THE MONTHMCHENRY HOHNEN WINES1 MARCH TO 31 MAY

The Tanglin Club, in con-junction with The Singapore Straits Wine Company, pres-ents a very special promotion to its discerning Members who are afi cionados of wine. From the exclusive vine-yard of McHenry Hohnen Vintners, comes the Sémil-lon Savignon Blanc 2011, with its restrained palate and a touch of oak; and the Cabernet Merlot 2009, with its shade of sweet cigar on the palate, and raspberry leaf tannins in the fi nish.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take home these delicious-ly alluring wines.

Price: $59 (per bottle) & $11.80 (per glass).


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BOOK & DVDSADULT FICTIONUnder the Hawthorn TreeAi MiAmerican DervishAyad AkhtarTakenRobert CraisMicroMichael CrichtonThe Unquiet HeartGordon FerrisTruth Dare KillGordon FerrisEven MoneyDick FrancisKeeper Of The Bride 2-In-1Tess GerritsenAnd Then It HappenedLinda GreenSecrets of the DeadTom HarperSiegeSimon KernickI’ve Got Your NumberSophie Kinsella11.22.63Stephen KingCopper BeachJayne Ann Krentz

Silent ScreamLynda La PlanteShatter the BonesStuart MacbrideThe Limpopo Academy of Private DetectionAlexander McCall SmithPureAndrew MillerLone WolfJody PicoultThud!Terry PratchettGideon’s CorpseDouglas PrestonCelebrity in DeathJ D RobbThe Statistical Probability of Love at First SightJennifer E SmithNights in RodantheNicholas SparksThe Woman Who went to Bed for a YearSue Townsend

ADULT NON-FICTIONTerrorists in Love: The Real Lives of

Islamic RadicalsKen BallenThe Three Emperors: Three Cousins, Three Empires and the Road to World War OneMiranda CarterMoney and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the WorldWilliam D CohanThe Struggle For Egypt: From Nasser to Tahrir SquareStephen CookThe Unquiet American: Richard Holbrooke in the WorldDerek CholletThe Quantum Universe: Everything that can Happen does HappenBrian CoxThe Beginning of Infi nityDavid DeutschWait For Me! Memoirs of the Youngest Mitford Sister

Debra DevonshireAround My French TableDorie GreenspanBaking: From My Home to YoursDorie GreenspanTotalitarian ArtIgor GolomstockPakistan: A Personal HistoryImran KhanAfter the Fall: The End of the European Dream and the Decline of a ContinentWalter LaquerThe God Species: How the Planet can Survive the Age of HumansMark LynasThe Dead do TalkDr Porntip RojanasunanDeng Xiaoping and the Transformation of ChinaEzra F Vogel

NEW DVDsACTION & ADVENTURE• Abduction (2011)• Bulletproof Monk (2003)• Bunraku (2010)• In Time (2011)• Kindergarten Cop (1990)• Red State (2011)• Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (2011)• The Butcher, the Chef, and the Swordsman (2010)• Turning Point: Laughing Gor Returns (2011)

COMEDY• A Little Bit of Heaven (2011)• Attack the Block (2011)• East Meets West (2011)• Footloose (2011)• Ghost Writer (2007)• Millions (2004)• Mukhsin (2006)• The Rum Diary (2011)• What’s Your Number? (2011)• Win Win (2011)

DOCUMENTARY• Frozen Planet: The Complete Series (2011)• Frozen World: The Story of the Ice Age (2011)

• The Last Waltz (1978)

DRAMA• 23.59 (2011)• Adrift (2009)• Anonymous (2011)• Another Earth (2011)• Beat the World (2011)• Boogeyman 3 (2008)• Drive (2011)• Messengers 2: The Scarecrow (2009)• Road to Perdition (2002)• Shackleton (2002)• Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (2011)• Star Watching Dog (2011)• Straw Dogs (2011)• The Thing (2011)• The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1 (2011)• Tokyo Story (1953)

FOR KIDS• Angelina Ballerina: Angelina’s Oldest Friend (2010)• Angelina Ballerina: Princess Dance (2005)• Angelina Ballerina: Sets Sail (2006)• Dora Saves the Snow Princess (2008)• Dora Saves the Mermaids (2008)• Dora’s World Adventure (2008)• Horrid Henry: The Movie (2011)

• Lady and the Tramp (1955)• Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure (2001)• Lego Hero Factory: Rise of the Rookies (2010)• Lego Hero Factory: Savage Planet (2011)• Shaun the Sheep: Animal Antics (2011)• The Wind in the Willows: A Tale of Two Toads (2006)• Tom & Jerry: Shiver Me Whiskers - Original Movie (2003)• Way of the Panda: A Kung Fu Adventure (2009)

MUSICAL• Beyoncé Live at Roseland: Elements of 4 (2011)• Taylor Swift: Speak Now World Tour Live (2011)

TV SERIES• CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - Season 10• Diff’rent Strokes : Season 1• Everybody Loves Raymond: Season 1• Fawlty Towers: The Complete Collection

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19BOOK & DVDS

DVD ReviewThe Rum Diary starring Johnny Depp and Aaron Eckhart Journalist Paul Kemp (Depp), tired of the noise and madness of New York and the conventions

of late Eisenhower-era America, travels to Puerto Rico to write for a local newspaper. Adopting the rum-soaked life of the island, Paul is soon presented with a choice: to use his words to promote a local corrupt businessman, or to take him down.

11.22.63by Stephen KingWhat if you could go back in time and change the course of history? What if the watershed moment you could change was the JFK assassination? 11.22.63, the date that Kennedy was shot - unless . . . King takes his protagonist Jake Epping, a high- school English teacher from Lisbon Falls, Maine, 2011, on a fascinating journey back to 1958: from a world of mobile

phones and iPods to a new world of Elvis and JFK, of Plymouth Fury cars and Lindy Hopping, of a troubled loner named Lee Harvey Oswald, and a beautiful high school librarian named Sadie Dunhill, who becomes the love of Jake’s life - a life that transgresses all the normal rules of time. With extraordinary imaginative power, King weaves the social, political and popular culture of his baby-boom American generation into a devastating exercise in escalating suspense.

Book Review Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came To Rule the World by William D. CohanWhen, in late 2008, the dust finally started to settle on one of the worst financial crises in history, only one Wall Street institution still stood virtually unassailed: - Goldman Sachs. Why did Goldman survive, and even flourish, when so many of its peers were collapsing around them? Were the Goldman professionals simply the ‘smartest guys in the room’, the elite of the elite? Or was there more at work than simply the magic of ‘The Goldman

Way’? In Money and Power William D. Cohan peers behind the curtain to give us the inside story of why Goldman is so profitable, and so powerful. Cohan is the first author to chronicle and to interview the leaders of Goldman Sachs since the 2008 crash, and who has gained unprecedented access to the firm’s inner circle. Every living former chief executive of Goldman Sachs has spoken to him, as well as its current chairman and CEO, Lloyd Blankfein. Money and Power is the most penetrating study yet of these larger-than-life characters and their secretive world: the definitive account of an institution whose public claims of virtue look very much like ruthlessness when exposed to the light of day.

• My So-Called Life: The Complete Series• Popular: Season 1• Spartacus: Blood and Sand Season 1

• Star Trek: The Next Generation Season 1• The Wind in the Willows: The Complete First Series

• White Collar: Season 2

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Dermatologists and skin aestheticians may not al-ways see eye to eye on what’s best for skin. But they all agree on this: our emotional wellbeing

relates directly to our skin, and how we feel on the inside affects how we look on the outside.

It is a fact that stress can cause acne fl are-ups and worsen chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis. This is because stress increases neuropeptides: the stress chemi-cals released from our nerve endings. Compounding this problem is that people under stress also tend to neglect their skin, lacking the energy or motivation to keep to their skincare routines, or adopting skin unfriendly hab-its such as scratching or picking at their trouble spots.

Then there is a different kind of stress: not one related to worry or a hectic lifestyle. This stress relates to ex-ternal factors, also known as oxidative stress. To put it simply, oxidative stress is the body’s inability to detoxify quickly enough against external factors such as pollu-tion, sunlight and smoke, all of which trigger the pro-duction of free radicals. Oxidative stress causes sagging and wrinkled skin. Over time, increased stress causes col-lagen fi bres to break down, leaving the skin with visible signs of ageing.

As prevention is better than cure, here are ways to over-come stress that causes ageing and other skin problems:

1. Find your own way to de-stress. No single method works for everyone or in every situation, so experiment with different techniques and strategies. Focus on what makes you feel calm and in control.

2. Practise a healthy lifestyle: Exercise regularly, fol-low a healthy diet, avoid addictive behaviour whether it’s checking your Blackberry every minute of the day or needing alcohol or cigarettes to get through the day. Also very important: get enough rest and sleep.

3. Stay away from oxidative stress: Avoid polluted ar-eas, protect yourself against the sun and don’t smoke or expose yourself to smoke.

4. Use the right products for your skin. Some sugges-tions from Spa Botanica are:

• Spa Botanica Nourishing Cream, which has been sci-entifi cally formulated to combat signs of ageing by reju-venating collagen development and protecting the skin against oxidative stress.

• Spa Botanica Everyday Skin Care range, which is free from sulphates, petroleum derivatives, parabens, artifi -cial colouring and synthetic fragrances.

De-stress your skin

Free product demonstration!

You are invited to Spa Botanica for a free product demonstration and skincare consultation. Pop by our spa every Wednesday afternoon in April and our team

will be delighted to serve you.

there’s nothing quite as soothing as...

a herbal retreatinfused with ginseng, dongquai and lotus blossom

for healing, circulation and rejuvenation.TREATMENT COMPRISES

15-minute hot compress for the back PLUS 60-minute relaxing full body massage

PRICE: $97 (excluding GST)

Available till end April, Mon to Fri only

Level 5, Tanglin Club, Sports and Recreation Centre, Tel: 6733 2778

Only at Tanglin Club

24CALENDAR OF EVENTS

DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAME1pm to 4.30pm at the Card Room.



SQUASH SECTIONHANDICAP6pm at the Squash Courts.



INTRODUCTION TO DARTS4.30pm at Tangles.

THE ART OF MASSAGE WORKSHOP11.15am to 12.45pm at Studio 2, Gym.

LADIES HEALTH & AESTHETIC TALK3pm to 5pm at the Draycott Room.

DAUMAS GASSAC WINE TASTING7pm at the Raffles Room.


SWISS PROMOTION IN THE TAVERN9 To 22 April at the Tavern.





TENNIS BRING-A-GUEST-NIGHT6pm at the Squash Courts.



NUTRITION HEALTH TALK: SUPER-FOODS & JUICES TO CLEANSE & REJUVENATE11am to 12.30pm at Studio 1, Gym.



SQUASH NSL ‘B’ GRADE7pm at the Squash Courts.

SQUASH NSL ‘B’ GRADE7pm at the Squash Courts.

MOVIE: THE ARTIST at the Theatrette.

WINE CIRCLEDINNER TASTING WITH SACHA LICHINE7pm at the Raffles Room.


SQUASH NSL VETS II7pm at Squash Courts.

MOVIE: HOPat the Theatrette.

MOVIE: FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS at the Theatrette.

SOCIAL DANCING AT THE CHURCHILL ROOM7pm to 11.30pm.Buffet dinner only.

SQUASH NSL VETS II7pm at Squash Courts.

EXPRESS BUFFET LUNCHDaily, 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Tangles.

MOVIE: THE DESCENDANTSat the Theatrette.

SOCIAL DANCING AT THE CHURCHILL ROOM7pm to 11.30pm.Buffet dinner only.


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PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN - ON STRANGER TIDES

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ONE DAY FUN RIDE TO PENGERANG.$150 per Member.

MOVIE: HOP at the Theatrette.

EASTER SPECIAL EGG-CITING MORNINGSaturday, 7 April, 11am to 1pm at the Wheelhouse Function Room.

DARTS MONTHLY FUN GAME3pm to 7pm at Tangles.

TENNIS STA B GRADE, HOME MATCH9am at Tennis Courts.

MOVIE: FRIENDS WITH BENEFITSat the Theatrette.

MOVIE: THE DESCENDANTS at the Theatrette. MOVIE: THE DESCENDANTS at the Theatrette.

FAMILY BRUNCH & DINNER at the Churchill Room.

MOVIE: HOP at the Theatrette.

EASTER FAMILY BRUNCH*11.30am at the Churchill Room.

FAMILY DINNER at the Churchill Room.

*The Easter Family Brunch will replace the Family Brunch.



MOVIE: THE FIGHTER at the Theatrette.


MOVIE: FRIENDS WITH BENEFITSat the Theatrette.

FAMILY BRUNCH & DINNER Every Sunday at the Churchill Room.

CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH11.30am to 2.30pm at the Churchill Room.

Churchill Room ClosureThe Churchill Room will be closed for dinner on the following dates:

21 & 26 April.

The Churchill Room will be unavail-able for banqueting functions every

fi rst two weeks until June 2012.

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Congratulations to Mr Soh Yew Hock for winning the Joe O’Connor Trophy. It was a neck-to-neck game right down to

the last 3 points with Mr Soh winning 300 – 297 against our runner up, Mr Arun Desa. Well done, players!

February was a quite month for Balut, with just 12 players participating in the monthly competition. Despite the small number, the fun part of it didn’t

diminish. Yes, the Balut spirit is well and truly strong!

February winners are: Highest Total Score of 629 by Nina MenonHighest Game Score of 150 by Raj SundarasonCongratulations to the winners! Forthcoming events (May to July)Monthly competition on last Friday of the month: 27 April, 25 May, 29 June and 27 July.

Inter-Club League:1st Round on Wednesday, 16 May hosted by SRC2nd Round on Wednesday, 20 June hosted by SCC

Empire Cup (vs The British Club):Saturday, 7 July hosted by The Tanglin ClubThere are a few more games being organised and these will be circulated to Section Members in due course. Happy Baluting!Sethuraman Ganesan Balut Convenor

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Left to Right: Girija & Bharoti Pande, Rohini & Jai Arya.

Our handsome MC, Benedict Goh gets the good times a-rolling.

Left to Right: Shyamala & Ajit Kanagasundram, Bharoti & Girija Pande.

Left to Right: Jennifer Goh (Estée Lauder) & lucky draw winner Christine Lim.

Left to Right: Regina Wong, Monica Chan and Tina Pao.

Left to Right Seated: Sherna & Anand Danani, Anu & Krishan Sehgal.

Guest Artiste Lotus Soh, in her element performing for us.

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President of The Tanglin Club, Sim Yong Chan & Helen Sim. “Thank-you” bouquet presented to Lotus Soh by Grace Yeh .

Left to Right: MC Benedict Goh welcoming Peggy & Tony Jeffs.

Guest Artist Rob Collins singing the songs we love.Left to Right: Jason Ng ( Salon Le Jardin ) & lucky draw winner Tan Eng Sing.

A glamorous Nan Sandford with (Left) Catherine Ang & (Right) Sybil Schwencke.

Back Row 4th from left: Esther Ling and friends from the Bridge Section.

Filipino DJs all dressed-up, showing off their groovy dance moves. Grace Yeh (left) & Monica Chan.

Ms Vanessa Shih, of the Taipei Representative Offi ce in Singapore, enjoying herself.

Elizabeth Sam twirling and dancing the night away with her partner.

Left to Right: Renne Leung (Renée L) & Lucky draw winner Anabelle Langbein.

Left to Right: Bansi Sethuraman - lucky draw winner of the coveted prize of a Chopard handbag & Sponsor Patrick Norman (Chopard).

The last photo in remembrance of a lovely evening, Left to Right: Lian Robinson,Esther Ling, Pheck Tay, Catherine Ang and Terry Young.

Peggy Jeffs “kicking up her heels ” to the beat.

It was a splendid evening of el-egance, good entertainment and glamour at the Bridge Gala Din-

ner on 11th February hosted by the Bridge Section of the Tanglin Club.

The Churchill Room looked stun-ning. The decor, table settings with the beautiful fl oral centre-pieces and lit candles enhanced by the chandeliers, created an ambience of grandeur befi tting a “ Gala Event “

Observing the 117 arrivals for the evening was like watching the “Stars” on the “Red Carpet”. The ladies sparkled in their evening outfi ts and the gentlemen compli-mented them by looking so dapper in their suits. Had there been a “Best Dressed “ competition for the ladies we would have been hard-pressed to select a winner.

Every big event has a Master of Ceremonies and Benedict Goh, a well known personality and veteran in the business did not disappoint. Entertainment was provided by guest artists Lotus Soh and Rob Col-lins accompanied by our resident band the “Face Facts” who seemed all fi red-up playing for them. Judg-ing from the reaction of everyone present, singers and band were very well received.

Rob, the fi rst to sing, aptly start-

ed off his repertoire of songs with “What a wonderful world” a Louis Armstrong classic hit, that has stirred so many people , in thoughts and feelings. For some action and fun, the professional Filipino dance trio, Don Don Meras, Livan and Jack Gayo demonstrated their sassy dance moves to the music and lyr-ics of “Kiss me honey, honey kiss me” and “Heh big spender” to the delight of the ladies.

From the start of cocktails to a de-licious four course set dinner , fol-lowed by entertainment, lucky draw prizes and all that dancing, the evening was a very enjoyable one for all who attended.

Our thanks to our sponsors Chop-ard, Billion Venture , Estee Lauder, Renee L and Salon Le Jardin for their fabulous prizes and generous door gifts.

Special credit and acknowledge-ment have to be given to the de-partments that assisted the Bridge organizing Committee in the plan-ning and execution of this very suc-cessful event. Our sincere thanks to Christine Koh (Sports and Rec-reation ), Letchumi Koolu and Chef Louis Tay (Food and Beverage ), Ad-nan Abdullah (Restaurant Manger) Alvin Teu, (Marketing/Communi-

cations) and their staff for making this, a Gala Dinner at The Tanglin Club, that shall be long remembered by many.

My last SayThis is my fi nal article for the Bridge Section. My sole objective almost a year ago, when I signed up for the portfolio of Communications/Mag-azine, was the determination to give the Bridge Section the kind of visi-bility it so rightly deserves. Hopeful-ly, this goal has been achieved. Eve-ry well established and well known club around the world has a high-profi le, active Bridge Section and The Tanglin Club is no exception. I hope that you have enjoyed reading my articles as much as I have en-joyed writing for you and now, it is time to pass on “the baton“.

Happy Bridging All!

Sybil Schwencke Communications/Magazine

What A Sparkling NightOh!

For our Section, we continue to attract more new Members, as per our Convenor’s aim to have 100 Section Members by the end of the year.

Janet is one of the new additions, and after some coaching from M.C. Cheong, she found the game very exciting, and now she is always at the Club to practice the new game she has learnt. Last week, to her surprise she landed one of her darts on the bull’s-eye and she was very excited about her achievement: so she immediately requested M.C. to take a photograph of her so that she can show it to her family.

Our Saturday darts competition on 10 March attracted many participants. Eunice, who loves the game, never misses such an opportunity when she is in town, and in fact she came to take part in the competition dressed in her dinner outfi t. Vincent, who has been regularly play-ing darts, was very excited when one of his darts landed on top of another. This is something very unusual. The star of the afternoon was another new player: Denis Hardie, who hails from the United Kingdom. Although he is a new Member, he is not new to the game, as he had played it before. Denis won many prizes during the afternoon, and his best achievement was in the bull’s-eye competition, where he won three prizes.

The Section will be heading northwards to Seremban and Kuala Lumpur in May, and whilst in Seremban we

will be playing a friendly game with the Royal Sungei Ujong Club; and in Kuala Lumpur we will be playing with the Royal Lake Club. Members who are keen to play can contact M. C. Cheong.

David GohDarts Section Member

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The Art of Massage WorkshopWednesday, 18 April, 11.15am to 12.45pm at Studio 2, Gymnasium

Massage is an ancient art and everyone can benefi t from this healing art. It acts to improve circulation and general well being.

The therapeutic effect of mas-sage is greatly enhanced by combining technique, and quality massage oil, with or without the use of heat or cold pads. Different massage move-ments, and pressure when applied to the body during a massage session stimulate the nerves and tone the muscles.

Massage is not only an en-joyable experience, but has become an important com-ponent in enhancing athletic performance.

• Swedish MassageThis massage works to soothe and calm the body and is a delightful experience.

• Signature MassageThis is a form of massage technique uniquely created for the spa, with specifi c ef-fects to the body.

• Balinese MassageTraditionally this massage technique is commonly used for the healing of aches and pain especially after a strenuous exercise.

Workshop sponsored By Spa Botanica

One-Day Fun Ride to PengerangSaturday, 21 April

Pengerang is an area located at the southeastern tip of Johor, Malaysia, some 35km south of Desaru. It is about an hour’s ferry ride from Singapore Changi Village jet-ty terminal. It is characterised by rustic Malay villages, known as kampungs, idyllic beaches and swaying coco-nut trees.

In this one-day trip, we will ride along the coastline following the main road towards the town of Sungei

Rengit. The distance from the jetty to this town is approximately 20km.

We will explore some of the villages, visit a fruit farm and an ostrich farm (if time permits), before having a sumptous seafood lunch at one of the popular restau-rants. After lunch, we will return through the same route.

Price: $150 (per Member). Price includes: Return bumboat Changi-Pengerang with bike, Mountain bike and helmet rental, seafood lunch, 2 lead cyclists (front & rear guide), entrance fee to fruit farm & ostrich farm & insurance. Meeting Point: Changi Village Jetty.

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“That pair of jeans really emphasises her fl at bottom” My wife made this remark the other day when a lady in skinny tight jeans walked passed us. She was right; that lady does not have any glutes development at all. Before you think I am: making a remark on her fashion sense, I am not; the importance of glutes development goes way beyond just looking good in jeans.

Your buttocks muscle (Gluteus) is one of the most pow-erful muscles in your body. It helps you to extend your hips (running and jumping); hip abduction (cutting from side to side); and hip external rotation (swinging and throwing): pretty much all of the athletic activities. Most, if not all athletes playing at a relatively high level will have well-developed glutes, because they rely on them to help generate a tremendous amount of power and force in their chosen sports.

Even if you are not the athletic type of person, it is still important to have glutes development for injury preventative reasons. Whenever the hips do not extend well, we end up substituting that with excessive lumbar spine extension, and subsequently we end up with lower back pain.

The following are some exercise progressions to get you started.

Cook Hip Lift

The cook hip lift is a great exercise to teach the differ-ence between movement from the lumbar spine and the glutes. • In a supine position, with both knees bent about slight-ly less than 90 degree and both feet fl at on the fl oor. • Pull one knee into the chest. From this position, press through the heel of the other foot and extend the hip while keeping the knee close to the chest.You may realise that you are not able to lift up very high initially. This is could be due to having weak glutes or tight hip fl exors. Keep working on it, and it will get bet-ter over time.

Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat

This exercise will stretch your hip fl exors and work your glutes hard!• Get into a split stance position, while positioning the rear foot on the bench.• From this position, keeping your body weight over the heel of the front foot, slowly lower yourself until your front thigh is parallel to the fl oor and your back knee is almost touching the fl oor.• Pause for a second and return to starting position.

TRX Lunge

This exercise is similar to the above exercise, but with an added element of increased instability: thus, increasing the demand of the hip musculature.• Place one foot in the foot cradle. Centre with an an-chor point, position shoulders over the hips.• Drive suspended knee back. Lower hip till front knee is at 90-degrees.• Drive through mid-foot and heel of front leg and ex-tend hips.There you have it! Give this a try and let us know.

Lewis TohGym Supervisor

FITNESS34Gets your Butt (Glutes) Working!

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Tour de Singapura’12A Spinning journey

Nothing could stop our Members from spinning their way through February. They climbed, sprinted and powered relentlessly through a series of challenging terrain profi les.

The “Tour de Spinning” held through the month of February brought out the very best from all our riders. Each class was carefully crafted to encourage participants to complete a particular distance and course, taking them through a new physical experience.

Members’ efforts were recorded

daily and our top 3 achievers, Ms Jay Madley, (580.30km) Ms Carolina Caballero (577km) and Ms Saadie Tariq (547km) led the ‘platoon’ to finish in style on Strength Ride, 29th February!

This program explored time, dis-tance and cadence by creating a balance between the resistance applied on the Spinner Bike, and the revolutions per minute, to better elicit a realistic riding ex-perience.

Congratulations to all our Tour de Singapura participants! We look forward to another exciting Spinning programme in the near future.

Fitness Tip of the MonthFat-loss exercise is about being as ineffi cient as you can be, noted strength and conditioning coach Dan John. Why is ineffi ciency a good thing for fat loss? Because being ineffi cient means you use up a lot more energy/calories than you need to.

Just like when most people shop for a car, they want to look for a car that is fuel efficient; a car that can get them the most mileage with the least petrol. In fat-loss training, however, you want the exact oppo-site, so that you burn the maximum amount of calo-ries in a given time.

This also explains part of the reason why a lot peo-ple stop seeing results after a while, because they have been using the same machine/movement over and over again. Their bodies have gotten so used to the movement that they are no longer burning as many calories as when they first started (remember

the first time when you were on the crosstrainer or did a spin class?)

The message to take home is to try something you nev-er tried before:

If you are always running on the treadmill, try Jump rope.

If you are always cycling, try rowing.

If you are always doing interval training on the treadmill, try doing it with a Kettlebell swing.

If you always do what you always did, you will always get what you’ve always gotten.

Lewis TohGym Supervisor

Suspension Trainer Circuit TrainingEvery Monday (9am to 10am) & Wednesday (10am to 11am) at Studio 2, Gymnasium

Suspension training is a bodyweight form of exer-cise using all three planes of movement: namely fron-tal, sagittal and transverse planes. Posture stability and movement control are the key to getting proper tech-niques and a great work-out. The carry-over of these

physical improvements can be felt greatest in your func-tional movements and one’s core stability and strength. Suspension training can be customised for beginner lev-els to advanced users doing more complex exercises.

Circuit training is a series of exercises done at a fairly constant pace, with minimal rest in-between sets. This results in increased aerobic requirement and also mus-cular endurance.

Combining the two to-gether, you will get an all-rounded exercise, sure to make both beginners and advanced gym goers break more than a sweat!

Food cravings? Feel tired? Dull or irritated skin? Stubborn weight? Allergies? Bloating or indigestion? Feel worn out?

Your body may be trying to tell you something. Anyone living a typical urban lifestyle can benefit from understanding how

to use healing juices, power-packed smoothies and Asian superfoods to achieve better health.

Listen to a professional nutritional therapist and discover how to use healing juices, power-packed smoothies and Asian superfoods to create a

powerful impact on your health.

Pooja Vig, co-founder of The Nutrition Clinic will share her unique approach to increasing energy levels, curb cravings, improve digestion and

recharge your body’s innate healing systems. Think of this as the first thing you do to change the way you eat.


Super-foods & Juices to Cleanse & Rejuvenate

Wednesday, 11 April, 11am to 12.30pm at Studio 1, Gym

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VIETNAMHANOI• The Hanoi Club

More information about these clubs are available in the Reading Room and on our website at www.tanglinclub.org.sg

133 RECIPROCAL CLUBS

4 Days, 3 Nights with all meals included.

4 rounds of golf. Play golf at Rancamaya Golf, Rainbow Hill Golf, Gunung Geulis Golf Club & Royal Jakarta & Country Club.

Fly by Garuda Airlines and stay at Novotel Bogor Resort & Le Grandeur Hotel.

Accompanied by Tanglin Club Staff and free Tanglin Club Golf Trip gift set worth $300.

Limited to 20 golfers, registrations closes on 30 April 2012.

Price: $1,610 Single, $1,365 Twin Sharing Non-Golf Section Members add $200

For more information, please contact Christine Koh at 6622 0570 or email [email protected]

JAKARTA/BOGOR GOLF TRIP 2012

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The Tanglin Club is proud to be hosting the National Pairs Championship which, at the time of writing, had reached the quarter final

stage. Several Tanglin Club pairs are competing in this prestigious tournament and we have high hopes of achieving higher than average success.

The Interclub Pairs League, which is played on the Tanglin Club green, is under way and will run for ten weeks. We hope to repeat our win of last year.

Entries for this year’s Club Singles and Drawn Pairs were of record proportions and both competitions are well under way. Several new young players have entered which has substantially lowered the average age of the participants.

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Forthcoming Events

A comprehensive programme has been constructed which should stimulate all competitive bowlers for the rest of the year. Apart from the Open Pairs, there will be triples and pairs competitions played by sets, rather than ends, and we are hoping to introduce a handicap system to encourage those bowlers who may be lacking in experience to enjoy playing against competitors of all standards.

We will travel to Bangkok to fulfi ll our interport com-mitment later in the year, and another overseas tour to Hong Kong is also being planned and fi rm dates for both these will be announced soon.

Our friendly against the Singapore Cricket Club has been fi xed for Sunday 1 July, so please mark your diaries and indicate your interest with the Sports and Recrea-

tion Offi ce as soon as possible. This match will help us adjust to the SCC playing conditions in time for the Pot competition, which is to be played at the SCC rink dur-ing October.

Other events include the Henton Cup, the annual match against the Staff, the Novices Competition and the usual end-of-year carnival. In addition, we have several visits scheduled from overseas clubs to play The Tanglin Club bowlers. Later in the year, The Singapore Triples League will occur and we hope to retain our title won last year.

Happy bowling. See you on the Green soon.

John Child Lawn Bowls Section Secretary

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On the weekend of February 24th to 26th , 2012, the Tanglin Club once again showed the Asia-Pacifi c squash community that it is the premier

club for hosting an international event that combines the highest standard of squash competition, with the magnanimous conviviality that defi nes the Club’s squash section.

128 teams began play on Thursday and by Sunday af-ternoon, there was one team left standing, with Timothy Arnold and Aaron Chee once again holding the Presi-dent’s Cup trophy. This was the third championship in a row for the Malaysians and #1 seed in this year’s tour-nament.

In addition to teams from Malaysia, teams from Hong Kong, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand made the trip up to see for themselves the legend of the Tanglin Club squash section’s very own beer garden. (Note: the Tanglin Club is the only club in the world known to have a beer garden connected to its squash facility.)

In addition to the teams from those countries, the tour-nament included participants from well over 20 coun-tries. This tournament can truly be considered the most international squash doubles tournament in the world (called “Jumbo Doubles” in Asia, simply called “Squash Doubles” in North America).

The caliber of play continues to expand with the in-ternational reach of this tournament. Top-class play was seen late into the evenings on Thursday, Friday and Sat-urday nights of the tournament. And there was as much activity in and around the beer garden as there was on the court. If the standard on the court was world class, it can be argued that so too was the performance of many of the participants off of the court. It seemed the beer garden was in full swing both morning and night for the

duration of the tournament! By Sunday morning, when the dust had settled on Sat-

urday night’s social activities, repeat winners Timothy Arnold and Aaron Chee prepared to face their fellow Ma-laysians, Ivan Yuen and Elvinn Keo in the Main Draw fi nals. In front of a large and boisterous crowd at midday – which became less boisterous and more impatient as the excellent play by both teams continued to escalate, thereby pushing out lunch further and further, which helped beer sales at the squash courts, but also allowed hunger to take its toll on the spectators – the teams found each other at 14-14 in the fi nal game. The entire cham-pionship came down to one point: 128 teams started the weekend, and here we were: two teams left, one point to go for the championship. Timothy Arnold allowed for only a quick rally before fi nding a forehand volley he could crush into the corner, to roll a nic and clinch the team’s third consecutive Presidents Cup’s trophy.

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Presidents Cup Winner.

The Crowd.

With the match fi nally over, Timo-thy and Aaron were left holding the hardware, and although they had given everything they could to win 15-14 in the fi nal game, it was the gallery, and in particular, the squash section members of the Tanglin Club, that looked the worse for wear. The combination of three nights of heavy and robust ‘hosting’, fol-lowed by a long match with copious amounts of merriment fl owing, left the spectators dragging themselves across Stevens Road at 2:30pm on Sunday in search of lunch.

Following the awards ceremony – and some much-needed sustenance for all – the weekend came to a close (except for squash section member Satyen Desai , who when this article went to print, was seen marching off into the night with little desire to see the weekend’s activities come to a close). Again, this event was a wild success for the Tanglin Club

and the Asia-Pacifi c squash commu-nity. Thank you to all who made this weekend such a resounding success, and we will see you all next year!

The 14th annual Jumbo Doubles will be held at the Tanglin Club from January 24th to 27th, 2013.

2012 Tournament Results:

Open Champion Aaron Chee & Timothy Arnold (RSC1) Runner-up Elvinn Keo & Ivan Yuen (RSC2)

Open Classic Plate Champion Tim Fan & Kenny Foo (HKFC3) Runner-up Jeff O’Donnell & Craig Moore (MAASH2)

Open Plate Champion Ryan McCarter & Simon Dewitt (KNOX1)

Runner-up Myra Kheng & Mao Shi Yuen (NPSC4)

Veterans Champion Yeo Kiang Bee & Zainal Abidin (SICCV1) Runner-up Darcy McColl & Ashley Gunning (TCV1)

Veterans Plate Champion Wong Foot Meow & Lau Pak Sing (RAINV1) Runner-up Brian McDougall & Dallas Reid (HKFCV2)

Field PickeringSquash Committee Member

Veterans Winner.

Action. Lucky Draw.

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TENNIS44Dear Members,

Our Club championships will commence in April over three

weekends. It is a good time for everyone to test their skills and endurance. We will be starting off with the men’s and ladies’ doubles, followed by singles, and the end of April will be the mixed doubles. Please sign up, or just come and watch.

Courts 3 and 4 were closed for a month while we refi tted the courts with new lights. They are now open, and I hope all tennis players are trying them out and are happy with the results. If all goes well, we will replace the old lights on Courts 1 and 2 during June.

See you on the Courts!

Virginia LongfellowTennis Convenor Pre-Upgrade - Tennis Court 4.

Pre-Upgrade -Tennis Court 3.

Install Filler Course.

Court 3 – Finish Course.

Court 3 – 2nd Texture Course.

Border – 2nd Texture Course.

Court 3 – 1st Texture Course.

Court 4 – Finish Course.

Court 4 – 1st Texture Course.

Border – Finish Course.

Court 4 – 2nd Texture Course.

Game Line Markings.

Border – 1st Texture Course

Completed.

MEN’S & LADIES’ DOUBLES • MEN’S & LADIES’ SINGLES • MIXED DOUBLES

Dates & Schedule

Tanglin Club Men’s and Ladies’ Doubles Tennis Championship Friday 13 April – Sunday 15 April(Entry deadline: Fri 6 April 2012)

Tanglin Club Men’s and Ladies’ Singles Tennis Championship Monday 16 April – Sunday 22 April (Entry deadline: Mon 9 April 2011)

Tanglin Club Mixed Doubles Tennis Championship Friday 27 April – Sunday 29 April (Entry deadline: Fri 20 April 2012)

Price: $10 per person per event Format: This will be a knockout event

(Format will be Round Robin if there are low entries)

TANGLIN CLUB

ANNUAL TENNIS

CHAMPIONSHIP 2012Friday, 13 April at the Tennis Courts

TANGLIN CLUB

ANNUAL TENNIS

CHAMPIONSHIP 2012Friday, 13 April at the Tennis Courts

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SWIMMING46

The ACS Falcon Swim Team started this year’s Merlion Swim League by hosting the fi rst swim meet of the year at the UWC Dover campus. The Swim League is a series of swim meets jointly organised by The Tanglin

Club, the British Club, ACS Falcon Swim Team, the American Club and the Masden Swim Club.

Our Tanglin Club team, the Tanglin Torpedoes have a great race. Many swimmers fi nish with podium position, and have clocked many personal best times. The Sunday’s swim meet was the fi rst for some of our young swimmers.

Our best swimmer at the meet was six year-old Ema Yap, and this was her fi rst swim meet. She came in fi rst in both the 50m Freestyle and 50m Breast-stroke events. Well done, team!

The next meet will be on 21 April, and this time, the Tanglin Torpedoes will be hosting the swim meet.

6 year old Ema Yap.

Price: $10 (maximum 2 events) & $15 (maximum 5 events)• Last day for registration, Monday 14 May.Online registration at: www.totalswimming.net/tc

Swim Section BBQ DinnerTime: 6pm (after the Swim Championship)Venue: Pool sidePrice: $25 (Adult) & $15 (Child).

31st Annual Swim

CHAMPIONSHIPSaturday, 26 May, 2pm at the Swimming pool

Price: $10 (maximum 2 events) & $15 (maximum 5 events)• Last day for registration, Monday 14 May.Online registration at: www.totalswimming.net/tc

31st Annual Swim

CHAMPIONSHIPSaturday, 26 May, 2pm at the Swimming pool

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CINEMA48

Showtimes: Friday, 8pm • Saturday, 6pm & 9pm • Sunday, 2.30pm and 8pm • Film Ratings: G – General viewing • PG – Parental guidance required NC16 – No children below 16 • M18 – For viewers age 18 and above

• R21 – For adults age 21 and above • For Enquiries: Please call Reception at 66220555 or visit the website for more information. Moviegoers are to be seated 15 minutes before showtime. Movie details subject to changes.

UPCOMING MOVIES4, 5 & 6 May

Alvin and the Chipmunks 311, 12 & 13 MayExtremely Loud & Incredibly Clear

18, 19 & 20 MayJ Edgar

25, 26 & 27 MayPriates of the Caribbean:

On Stranger Tides

Please note that No Food and Drinks are allowed in the Theatrette.

HOP – PG*6, 7 & 8 April *Special Matinee Screening • Animation • (95 mins) • Starring: James Marsden, Russell Brand, Hank Azaria and Hugh Laurie • Director: Tim HillBlending state-of-the-art animation with live action, Hop tells the comic tale of Fred, an out-of-work slacker who accidentally injures the Easter Bunny and must take him in as he recovers. As Fred strug-gles with the world’s worst house guest, both will learn what it takes to fi nally grow up.

THE DESCENDANTS – NC1613, 14 & 15 April • Drama (115 mins) • Starring: George Clooney, Shailene Woodley, Amara Miller and Beau Bridges • Director: Alexander PayneMatt King (Clooney) is an indifferent husband and father of two girls, who is forced to re-examine his past and embrace his future when his wife suffers a boating accident off of Waikiki, Hawaii. The event leads to a rapproachment with his young daughters, while Matt wrestles with a decision to sell the family’s land handed down from Hawaiian royalty.

FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS – M1827, 28 & 29 April • Comedy (109 mins) • Starring: Justin Timberlake, Mila Kunis, Woody Harrelson and Jenna Elfman• Director: Will GluckDylan (Timberlake) is done with relationships. Jamie (Kunis) decides to stop buying into the Hollywood clichés of true love. When the two be-come friends, they decide to try something new and take advantage of their mutual attraction – but without any emotional attachment. Physi-cal pleasure without the entanglements sounds easy enough for two logi-cal adults, but they fi nd out it’s not so much. They soon realise romantic comedy stereotypes might exist for a reason.

THE ARTIST – PG20, 21 & 22 April • Drama (100 mins) • Starring: Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo, John Goodman and James Cromwell• Director: Michel HazanaviciusIt’s 1927 in Hollywood, and silent movie star George Valentin (Dujardin) wonders if the arrival of ‘talking pictures’ will cause him to fade into oblivion. He meets with Peppy Miller (Bejo), a young dancer set for a big break in her career, who ignites a spark in him.

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