The Tanglin Club Magazine: September 2010

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2 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE3 GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE4 DO YOU KNOW?6 MY SAY8 MEMBERS’ PAGE10 RECENT EVENTS12 EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT16 FOOD & BEVERAGE20 CALENDAR OF EVENTS22 POT GAMES23 LAWN BOWLS24 BRIDGE & BILLIARDS

25 SWIMMING26 GOLF27 DARTS28 BALUT29 SQUASH30 TENNIS31 FITNESS34 WELLNESS35 RECIPROCAL CLUBS37 BOOKS & DVDs39 CINEMA40 RESERVATIONS FORM

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) 099/08/2010. Published by The Tanglin Club. Printed by Photoplates Pte Ltd.

GENERAL MANAGER Herbert Hofer • [email protected]

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Clara Tan • [email protected]

EXECUTIVE CHEF Louis Tay • louis.tay@@tanglin-club.org.sg

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER Ramani Shanmugam • [email protected]

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER Solomon Kumar • [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP MANAGER Laura Monteiro • [email protected]

EVENTS MANAGER Angelina Tan • [email protected]

SPORTS & RECREATION MANAGER Geraldine Yan • [email protected]

EDITOR Peter Purcell • [email protected]

DESIGNER Marlinazrin Ali • [email protected]

FOR ADVERTISING Habib Mansoor • [email protected]/66220533

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CONTENTS

10RECENT EVENTSModern Chinese Cuisine Wine Dinner WithChef Yong

19OKTOBERFEST AT THE TAVERN18 September until 17 October

12OLD TIME MUSIC HALLFriday 24 September, 7.30pm at the Churchill Room

32FITNESSDeadlift: The Forgotten Exercise

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Dear members,

Over the last 10 years, the Club has undertaken a number of significant facilities development.

These included the spanking Sports & Recreation Centre located across the main Clubhouse, the ongoing renovation and upgrading of the Wheelhouse, the swimming pools and the surrounds, including the children’s play area.

With Members’ approval at the upcoming Special General Meeting (SGM), we will be renovating the 16 guest rooms, which are in dire need of a facelift.

While all these developments are good, they appear to have been carried out to address the specific needs of the time. They seemed like ad hoc or standalone developments rather than an integral part of an

overall plan. Admittedly, ample thought was given and there was careful planning behind these developments.

What is really needed is an integrated long-term development plan for the Club that can take us through the next 30, if not 50 years.

This long-term development plan is not just about facilities development, but about membership numbers and the types of members we would like to attract.

More importantly, this long-term plan must reflect the overall image of the Club that members can really be proud of, a Club that they can enjoy in comfort and style with their family and friends.

As a first step towards achieving this long-term plan, we need to “survey” the membership for opinions and views of the type of Club they want.

This survey has got to be skilfully structured to get meaningful inputs from the multi-segments of the Club’s membership.

We need to capture a good cross section of the various age groups as well as the diverse and cosmopolitan membership in the survey.

The development of a long-term plan for the Club will be a formidable challenge, but it is one

well worth pursuing if we are to take the Club forward.

One other matter I would like to draw Members’ attention to is the SGM, which is now planned for Monday 15 November.

It will just have two items for deliberation and approval. They are the Club’s Rule Changes and the renovation and upgrading of the Club’s guest rooms.

Members are strongly encouraged to attend and participate at the SGM. Your participation is important, as the outcome will have a definite impact on the Club going forward.

With your cooperation, we intend to keep the proceedings of the SGM short and sweet.

Joseph ChewPresidentThe Tanglin Club

PRESIDENT Joseph ChewVICE-PRESIDENT/SPORTS & RECREATION CONVENOR David PalmerHONORARY TREASURER Humphrey ChuaHUMAN RESOURCE CONVENOR Eric LeeFOOD & BEVERAGE CONVENOR Frank NewmanLIBRARY & CLUB RELATIONS CONVENOR Nan SandfordMAGAZINE & WEBSITE CONVENOR Peter PurcellDEVELOPMENT & PROPERTIES CONVENOR Dr Richard TanMEMBERSHIP & RULES CONVENOR Vincent TroyTENDERS & PURCHASING CONVENOR Dr Albert WeeENTERTAINMENT CONVENOR Robert Wiener

GENERAL COMMITTEE 2010/11

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PRESIDENT’SMESSAGE


Dear Members,

We are pleased to report that the Pool and Wheelhouse upgrading works are progressing very well, and we are still targeting to re-open this Phase One by the end of October.

Despite this disruption, we have seen a number of exciting Food & Beverage activities with guest chef dinners, wine tasting and other promotions.

Tangles, in particular, seems to be getting more and more popular and it is nice to see members there throughout the day, which marks quite a big difference from a year ago.

The opening party for our new Beer Garden at the Sports & Recreation Complex was also well received, and this area is an ideal place for private members parties for around 30 to 60 guests. Enquiries or bookings can be made through the Banquet Sales Office.

Our Sport Sections were also very active with a number of friendly events against other clubs, intersection competition, and even friendly matches against the staff.

One notable highlight was the tennis exhibition match between our Head Coach Ken Smith and Oliver Golding, ranked 5th in the world in his age group and World Number 19 in the ITFUnder-18 ranking.

It was a very exciting match – eventually won by Golding – and the Tennis Gallery was filled to capacity around Court 5.

Golding, who is a Junior Wimbledon semi-finalist, was in town as the British hope for tennis glory at the inaugural Youth Olympic Games. He won a Gold Medal in the Youth Olympic Games doubles event.

Finally, I ask members to pencil Saturday 2 October in their diary. We will hold our annual

Oktoberfest again at the Churchill Room. It was a huge success last year.

Thank you again for your continuous support and patronage of the outlets and club facilities.

With warm regards,Herbert HoferGeneral ManagerThe Tanglin Club

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Wheelhouse Restaurant being transformed.

Swimming pool upgrading on schedule.

Youth Olypmic Games contender Golding (centre) flanked by

Tennis Captain Vincent Lam, and Head Coach Smith.

Members having a jolly good time at the

Official Opening of the Beer Garden.

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Results of Online Members’ PollIn the June issue of The Tanglin Club Magazine, we announced the launch of our first online members’ poll. This groundbreaking poll focused on a number of questions relating to possible changes to the magazine’s content and the way it is published.

After two months, a total of 26 members responded via theClub’s website.

The resulting number of “hits” was disappointingly low and therefore inconclusive, notwithstanding very strong preferences shown regarding content and frequency of publication –ie monthly or bimonthly.

The Magazine and Website Sub-Committee is committed to a gradual and cautious improvement to both the quality of the magazine and the bottomline, in terms of the net costof production.

Feedback is essential, so please feel free to contact us via our email portal: [email protected]

Q1 To greatly assist in reducing production costs for the Club magazine, and to deliver critical news on a 24-hour access basis, would you agree that time-sensitive news and in-depth information related to issues requiring members consent (ie in AGM or SGM) be published on the website rather than the magazine?

Q2 Following a greatly enhanced use of the website for the delivery of news and information, would you agree to a bimonthly edition of the magazine, rather than the current monthly periodical, as part of our cost reduction efforts?

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My husband and I joined The Tanglin Club 10 years ago, after waiting 16 years. We enjoy the ambience and its diverse membership. We are more than happy to dine at the Club, and due to its proximity to our home, it is our second kitchen. Together with the sports facilities, the library, the cinema and all its other amenities, The Tanglin Club is a fantastic place for us to relax, socialise, exercise and enjoy ourselves.

However, everyone has different preferences and expectations of what the Club should be. Moreover, the membership profile is changing, and so are the resulting demands and needs. Does The Tanglin Club know what excites its present members?

It has a reputation of being traditional and old-fashioned – good or bad – and a “unique” culture. It is the only club in Singapore with a long waiting list for Singaporeans. Is this situation going to last and how is the Club going to address it? The Club has a formidable challenge, unless it knows the “whats” and the “whys”.

The Tanglin Club is presently in a healthy financial state. It has been responding to ad hoc demands now and again. Some members feel the Club should expand its membership to increase revenue, and to inject a buzz.

A study on the utilisation of its facilities based on physical and safety constraints was carried out in end-2009. In February 2010, the findings were reviewed by the General Committee (GC), and conveyed to the members.

The study’s conclusions were:1. That there is room to increase the total number of members.2. That the Club should look at its restaurant mix, consider new Food & Beverage (F&B) concepts, and streamline its operations to minimise costs. 3. The Club could also commission a study to understand members’ preferences, needs, lifestyles and spending habits to help to set the Club’s future direction.

The restaurant mix is always on the agenda of the F&B Committee. Items 1 and 3 of the study should be tackled together.

By understanding the likes and dislikes of members, the Club can accurately chart its future course. Compared to ad hoc developments, a holistic approach will deliver a better outcome and minimise unnecessary costs.

To establish members’ needs and preferences, the Club should carry out an “attitudes and usage” survey, with the results providing key inputs for the Club’s future development.

The objectives of the survey should be to find out:• Members’ views and their ratings of what the Club offers.• Changes and improvements which members would like to see, and would agree for the Club to spend on.• What changes would encourage members to visit the Club more often.

The success of any survey lies in the design of the questions, and their ability to trigger a meaningful response rate. If carried out well, with sufficient engagement of the membership and good support, it is a powerful tool.

With enough support, I hope to get the GC to agree to commission such a survey.

Sylvia LeeL0744

The writer was instrumental in engaging the work team from the Singapore Management University for the utilisation study, whichwas concluded in February, She was the project lead.

Editor’s note: Please send comments on this article to: [email protected] or via the Suggestion Book at the Reception, and provide your name, membership number and contact details for verification purposes. Comments will be kept confidential.

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MEMBERS’ PAGE

From left: New members Victoria & Roderick Wileswith proposer Sarah Lloyd.

From left: New members Timo & Xiaodan Predoehlwith proposer Jan Vistisen.

New members Sheetal &Ruchi Gulati.

New member Low Kim Fongwith proposer Richard Blossom.

New members Peter & Margaret Fulton-Peebles.

Proposer Derrick Yeo withnew member Paulette Chen.

Seconder John Kirkham with new member Edward Lee.

New member Akbar Shah with proposer David Loh.

From left: New member Belinda Braggs,GC member Frank Newman and proposer Inny Busmanis.

New members Dilip & Kanta Vaswani.


Introduction Evening2 August

We extend a warm welcome to our new members.

Ordinary Members• Belinda Rose Braggs• Chandroo & Lavina Daryanani• Peter & Margaret Fulton-Peebles• Sheetal & Ruchi Gulati• Liauw Jin Khioen & Djie Kian Han• Valentin & Kim Fong Low

• Akbar Shah & Nina Ansari• Dilip & Kanta Vaswani• Aaron Yeo

Term Members• Srikanth & Soumya Chilappagari• Justin & Kirsty Crane• Edward & Alison Lee• Craig & Antonia Marran• Timo & Xiaodan Predoehl• Roderick & Victoria Wiles

Associate Members• Paulette Chen (Spouse of Derrick Yeo)

• Allen Choong (Spouse of Celia Sia)

FarewellWe bid a fond farewell to the following members converting to Permanent Absent Membership.• Mr & Mrs Bing Cintamani• Mr Adrian James• Mr Adrian Kwok• Mr & Mrs Ong Seng Bee• Mr Rodney Oehlers• Mr & Mrs Manoj Panjwani• Mr & Mrs Tan Leong Seng• Miss Moira Taylor

New member Justin Crane (left)with proposer Garett Lim.

New member Craig Marran (left)with proposer Anthony Faneco.

New members Chandroo & Lavina Daryanani.

Proposer Celia Sia with new member Allen Choong.

New members Liauw Jin Khioen (left) & Djie Kian Han.

New members Srikanth& Soumya Chilappagari.

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RECENT EVENTS

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EVENTS &ENTERTAINMENTSummer ComebackBobbi Brown Skincare & Make-up Workshop, Thursday 16 September, 10am to 1pm &2pm to 5pm (fully booked) at the Raffles Room

Learn the secrets to perfect skin and make-up with Bobbi Brown’s team of Professional Make-up Artists. Simply sign up for the Bobbi Brown Skincare &Make-up Workshop to learn skincare tips and make-up techniques from the experts.

Price: $65 (Member) & $70 (Guest). Price includes a Bobbi Brown appreciation gift • $60 Bobbi Brown voucher for redemption of any Bobbi Brown products • Intensive skincare and make-up workshop • $30 Tanglin Club Hair Salon Voucher • Light refreshments. Timings: Registration and refreshments start at 10am & 2pm. Last day for cancellation: 9 September. Note: Registration for walk-ins are strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Maximum of 24 people per session.

The Stage Club presents

Old Time Music HallFriday 24 September, 7.30pm at the Churchill RoomThe Stage Club’s Old Time Music Hall will whisk you away from the modern day to a time when life was simpler, and entertainment was singing along to popular songs, laughing at antics on stage, and crying over silly stories told. The Stage Club will transport you back to the era of World War I London, where an Old Time Music Hall comes to life with songs, sketches, jokes, monologues, and melodrama.

Get to know the suave and talented “chairman”, who will make you laugh and cry with his wit, and the “characters” that thronged the music hall.

Price: $55 (Member) & $60 (Guest). Price includes set dinner and one beer. Dress code: Casual or Victorian (if you are game!). Last day for cancellation: 17 September.

LOCOMOTIONat the Churchill RoomReminisce and listen to your favourite tunes performed by Locomotion at the Churchill Room on the following evenings:

3 & 25 September.

Don’t miss it!Dates subject to change.

Presenting Sharon Marianne Nunis

Piano Entertainment at the Churchill RoomSit back and listen to soothing tunes by accomplished pianist Sharon Marianne Nunis, while enjoying your gourmet meals at the Churchill Room. She performs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, from 7.30pm to 10.30pm, and on Sundays from 12noon to 2.45pm.

FOR ENQUIRIES Please contact Events Department at 6622 0437 / 0438. FOR RESERVATIONS Email [email protected]/[email protected]


The food we eat can hurt us, or can be used as a therapeutic tool to heal.If you are what you eat, what does your diet say about you? This question, posed by nutritionist Lacey Hall, will be the focus of discussionon 22 October.

A world-class nutritionist, Lacey will explain the values of super foods, as well as practical ways to incorporate more of these “functional” foods into day-to-day living.

The presentation, divided into two half-hours over a healthy lunch, will also include time for questions and answers. You can expect to take away tips and recommendations on food supplements, fitness, stress management, recipes, and detailed routes towards better nutrition and health.

Lacey graduated from Rush University Medical Centre in the US with a Masters Degree in Clinical Nutrition, specialising in nutritional counselling and medical nutrition therapy. She joined COMO Shambhala Estate, a dedicated Wellness Retreat in Bali, in December 2009 as Therapeutic Nutritionist.

COMO Shambhala is a holistic health concept operating at eight well-being centres worldwide. In Bali, Lacey’s passionate and insightful approach to nutrition helps individuals to achieve greater wellness through tailor-made nutrition plans, which meet the specific needs of each guest.

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Price: $28 (Member) and $32 (Guest). Includes 3-course healthy set lunch. Dress code: Smart casual. Last day for cancellation: 15 October.

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EVENTS &ENTERTAINMENT

Lantern FestivalFriday 17 September,7pm at the Terrace Bar

Come together with friends and family to mark this traditional occasion. Celebrate the festival with paper lanterns in various shapes and sizes and striking variations, and indulge in the sweetness of mooncakes and tea. FREE OF CHARGE.

Selamat Hari Raya Ketupat WeavingSaturday 4 September,2pm at the Draycott Room

Weave your own ketupat (rice cakes) with coconut leaves or ribbon. Children and the young at heart can try out traditional Malay games like congkak and batu serembat (Five Stones). Price: $5 (Member) & $7 (Guest).

Walking Tour

Of Curry & SpiceSaturday 18 September,9am to 1pmKampong Glam is a fascinating district showcasing historic Malay heritage. You will visit the iconic Sultan

Mosque and pick up tips on sarong-tying. In Little India, discover old trades such as henna art and parrot astrology, and take in the exciting colours, sounds and exotic aromas. This promises to be a fun-filled walkabout.

Price: $35 (Member) & $40 (Guest). Price includes return trip to Club and transfer from Kampong Glam to Little India. Last day for cancellation: 11 September.

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Bollywood NightSaturday 23 October, 7.30pm at the Churchill RoomLook out for more details in the next issue.

Halloween CraftSaturday 23 & Sunday 24 October,12.30pm at the Draycott RoomGet creative with us! Join the fun and create some Halloween Treats for your family. Make an eerie wreath of orange and black leaves and a big, scary Balloon Spider. Price: $5 (Member) & $7 (Guest). Last day for cancellation: 16 October.

Deepavali LuncheonThursday 28 October, 12pm at the Churchill RoomAn afternoon of music, dance and masti (fun), henna art, traditional Indian delicacies, colourful entertainmnet and lots more. Look out for more details in the next issue.

Party at the BatcaveSaturday 30 October, 6pm at the “All New Batcave”Look out for more details in the next issue.

Walking Tour

Mid-Autumn WalkaboutFriday 1 October,2pm to 5.30pm

Explore streets filled from end to end with stalls selling knick-knacks of every kind. Sticky cakes, exotic fruits, sweetmeats, herbal eggs and fragrant Chinese tea – it is food paradise always on the streets of Chinatown. We will also introduce you to the concept of Yin and Yang in Chinese traditional medicine. Stay after sundown and Chinatown transforms into a fairyland of lights! Highlights include: Thian Hock Kheng Temple • Ann Siang Hill • Pagoda Street • Traditional Chinese Medicine • Mooncake sampling

Price: $35 (Member) & $40 (Guest). Price includes transport. Last day for cancellation: 24 September.

FOR ENQUIRIES Please contact Events Department at 6622 0437 / 0438. FOR RESERVATIONS Email [email protected]/[email protected]


Get ready for a delectable German feast, interactive games and dance the night away with the Swiss Alpine Lions!

Price: $58 (Member) & $68 (Guest). Includes entertainment, German Buffet, 2 mugs of Erdinger Beer. We are proud to have Citigold sponsor door gifts and attractive lucky draw prizes for the evening. Book a table for 8 people at $450 (applicable to members only).

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

CHURCHILL ROOM CLOSUREThe Churchill Room will be closed for private functions on 4, 11, 16, 17, 18, 22, 25 and 30 September.

The Churchill Room will also be closed for Hari Raya Aidilfitri on 10 September.

Daily Breakfastat TanglesAvailable from 7.30am to 10.30am

If you are starting to tire of the usual places to have your breakfast, you will be happy to know that Tangles now opens from 7.30am to 10.30am to satisfy those morning hunger pangs.

Have a go at Tangles’ extensive breakfast menu, with a wide array of items to choose from, including choices of croissant, juices and othersimple savouries.

Visit Tangles for more details.

Craving for laksa?The Tanglin Club is famous for many things, especially its food. One of its most popular dishes is laksa, a local spicy noodle cooked in a rich,creamy broth.

The chef who prepares The Tanglin Club laksa has been doing it for a whopping 30 years. Ah Kiat, as she is popularly known, started work in the Club in 1971, and was a Chef de Pavilion in the original Wheelhouse restaurant kitchen.

The secret to her delectable laksa is the broth and how it is made. According to Ah Kiat, the broth is cooked slowly on evenly distributed heat, and constantly stirred.

First, shrimp and coriander powder goes into the pot and flash-fried to bring out the full flavour. Fresh ingredients are always used and quality chillies and shrimp paste ensure good balance in the spicy taste.

The rich coconut cream added to the broth gives The Tanglin Club’s nonya-style laksa a distinctive richness to its flavour. For a mouth-watering treat, simply add thick vermicelli noodles, bean sprouts, shrimp, fish cake, laksa leaves and a dollop of sambal (chilli paste) for an extra kick.

If you have a sudden craving for laksa, visit the Terrace Restaurant while the Wheelhouse restaurant undergoes its transformation. With Ah Kiat’s special recipe, your taste buds are in for a treat.

FOR ENQUIRIESPlease contact Food & Beverage Department at 6622 0432 or email [email protected]

Champagne BrunchSunday 26 September

11am at the Churchill Room

Thank goodness for Sundays when you can find 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: $75 (Adult with champagne), $40 (Adult without champagne) & $19.75 (Child below 12). Time: 11am to 2.30pm. Venue: Churchill Room.

Dress code: Smart Casual. Last day for cancellation: 20 September.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

Mid-Autumn FestivalAvailable at the Deli Loungeuntil 22 September

MINI SNOW SKIN MOONCAKES• Apricot peach (2 pieces), green tea (3 pieces) and black sesame (3 pieces) - $43 (8 pieces per box)

BAKED SKIN MOONCAKES• Single Yolk White Lotus - $43 (4 pieces per box)• Double Yolk White Lotus - $46 (4 pieces per box)

Enjoy 10% discount for purchases of 10 to 20 boxes or 20% discount for purchases of 21 boxes or more.

Nasi LemakAvailable every Saturday at Tangles

The quintessential local dish is back, this time at Tangles! Savour the taste of this popular favourite with every spoonful, and you will be wanting more in no time.

The perfect accompaniment to your relaxing weekend.

Price: $10

Cake of the Monthfor September

Caramel Coffee CakeAvailable for dine-in

or takeawayat the Deli Lounge

The perfect dessert to serve when friends or relatives visit for a relaxing

afternoon of chit-chat and juicy gossip! Incredibly moist and

tantalisingly tasty, it will be even more delicious than the stories you

will be trading!

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

Special Premium Wine

Spring Creek, Marlborough,New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc 2009Available at all outlets

An appealing youthful wine displaying lime zest, floral and ripe passionfruit characters. The palate is intensely flavoured and vibrant, showing refreshing acidity and juicy finish. The wine is crisp and full of attractive flavours.

Price: $36 per bottle


Wine Pairing Dinner

Muddy Water Wines with Wagyu BeefTuesday 26 October, 7.30pm at the Churchill RoomSituated in the Waipara area of North Canterbury, New Zealand, Muddy Water is a direct translation from the Maori place name - wai (water) para (sediment, mud).

Just as its name reflects the place, its wines reflect its vineyards. Muddy Water vineyards are situated on sunny slopes above the Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, on the South Island of New Zealand. Protected from cool sea breezes by a range of coastal hills, the Waipara area has a climate distinct from the rest of Canterbury.

MENUParmatier of Salmon Gravlax and Lobster Timbale • Honey Mango, Sakura Salad and Blood Orange Vinaigrette • James Hardwick Riesling 2006

Wagyu Oxtail Consommé • Kombu Seaweed and Brunoise Vegetables • Chardonnay 2005

Hot Seared Hokkaido Scallop • Hawaii Sweet Pineapple Puree, Petit Salad and Cardamon Vinaigrette • Lough Vineyard Riesling 2008

Golden Thyme Sorbet

Charcoal Broiled Tenderloin & Foie Gras, Roasted Striploin Topped withCandy Macadamia • Medley of Baby Vegetables, Perigourdine Sauce and Tarragon Béarnaise • Pinot Noir 2008

Lemon Verbena Parfait with Pomme Coulis and Crisp Sablee, Apple Chutney • Accompanied with Cider Sauce • Unplugged Riesling 2006

Price: $138 (with wine) & $118 (without wine).Last day for cancellation:19 October.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

Oktoberfest atthe Tavern18 September until 17 OctoberIt is that time of the year again, so put on your lederhosen and dirndl, and celebrate one of the world’s most famousfestivals: Oktoberfest!

Be entertained by good music, good company and good beer for the evening on 2 October, but the fun does not stop there!

Oktoberfest in the Club lasts a whole month in the Tavern, so tuck into hearty German fare for lunch, and dinner in a buffet-style setting.

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Mid-Autumn FestivalAvailable at the Deli Loungeuntil 22 September

DAILY BREAKFAST AT TANGLES, 7.30am, Tangles

INTRODUCTION EVENING





ASIAN SET LUNCH Weekdays at the Tavern

PIZZA HUTKITCHEN TOUR,9.30am, Plaza Singapura

PIANO ENTERTAINMENT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, 7.30pm, Churchill Room












MOONCAKES PROMOTIONUntil 22 September, Deli Lounge















SUMMER COMEBACK, 10am & 2pm, Raffles Room



BILLIARDS SECTION NIGHT7pm, Billiards Room



BALUT SECTION NIGHT7.30pm, Card Room


MOVIE: PRINCE OF PERSIA, Theatrette

LOCOMOTIONLive band performance, Churchill Room


MOVIE: KARATE KID, Theatrette, Special


MOVIE: PRECIOUS, Theatrette

SPANISH WINE TASTING, 7pm, Raffles Room

MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL, 7pm, Terrace Bar


MOVIE: NANNY MCPHEE & THE BIG BANG, Theatrette

OLD TIME MUSICAL HALL, 7.30pm, Churchill Room

1 2 3

6 7 8 9 10 Hari Raya Puasa

13 14 15 16 17

20 21 22 23 24

27 28 29 30

CHURCHILL CLOSED FORPUBLIC HOLIDAY.

CHURCHILL CLOSED FOR PRIVATE FUNCTION.

CHURCHILL CLOSED FOR PRIVATE DINNER FUNCTION.


CHURCHILL CLOSED FORDINNER FUNCTION.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY


NASI LEMAK PROMOTION, Tangles


KETUPAT WEAVING, 2pm, Draycott Room



MOVIE: KARATE KID, Theatrette



OKTOBERFEST PROMOTION, Until 17 October, Tangles


OF CURRY & SPICE, 9am, Kampong Glam &Little India




LOCOMOTIONLive band performance, Churchill Room




MOVIE: KARATE KID, Theatrette




CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH, 11am, Churchill Room


Churchill Room ClosureThe Churchill Room will be closed

on 4, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 22, 25 and 30 September.

Churchill Room is also closedevery Monday.

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11 12

18 19

25 26

IP MAN 21, 2 & 3 October

INCEPTION8, 9 & 10 October

SEX & THE CITY 215, 16 & 17 October

A-TEAM22, 23 & 24 October

LETTERS TO JULIET29, 30 & 31 October





SATURDAY SUNDAY

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POT GAMES

29 January 2010

The Pot Games is a tradition that dates back to 1977, when a special trophy called the Pot, was presented to The Tanglin Club by members of the Singapore Cricket Club (SCC), to mark the latter's 125th anniversary.

Since then, the two clubs have met every year for the “battle”of the Pot in a variety of sports, ranging from golf, to squash, cricket, lawn bowls and the like. The Pot has remained in the possession of the SCC for a very long time, but this year, The Tanglin Club intends to take it back, with a good show of competitive sportsmanship.

To celebrate the achievements and participation of all the players in the Pot Games, a prize-giving Cocktail Party will be held at the Churchill Room on Saturday 9 October, at 7pm.

All participants and their spouses are invited.

The games will be held over these dates:

25 September to 9 October

29 January 2010

EVENT DATE VENUETennis 25 September The Tanglin Club

Golf* 30 September SICC Sime Course

Lawn Bowls 3 October The Tanglin Club

Balut 9 October The Tanglin Club

Billiards 9 October The Tanglin Club

Darts 9 October The Tanglin Club

Squash 9 October The Tanglin Club

Cricket 9 October SCC Dempsey Field

* Post-Golf Dinner, 7pm at the Churchill Room.

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Sunday 1 August was a day to remember in the annals of the Lawn Bowls Section, when the maximum number of players was in competition for the first time.

Sixty-four contestants of all shapes and sizes and multifarious origins inhabited the Green, for a high-class level of sport.

Why so many, and what was going on, you may well ask. Seremban is home to a leading Malaysian bowls club, ostensibly for retirees. The club sent a representative team to Singapore to help develop our bowls education. And boy oh boy were they good!

For us to find 32 players was a challenge, but by arranging for a few guest players from the Singapore Cricket Club, the British Club, and Bowls Singapore, we were able to field a sufficiently robust team to provide a decent competitiveflavour as the accompanying photographs show.

Unfortunately, or perhaps fortunately, depending on how you look at it, the weather was a little inclement but it was cool. There was a persistent drizzle, so there was much wiping and polishing of bowls. This was absolutely essential because

the speed of the Green was variable depending upon the intensity ofthe rain.

Two bowls fours was the format with all eight short rinks in play. Sixteen ends or play terminating at 6.15, whichever came first. Ding-dong was the experience, but the advantage was with the home players largely because they were more familiar with theplaying conditions.

In spite of close encounters, The Tanglin Club emerged as winners although there was a moment of madness when the powers that be decided to extend the playing time by 15 minutes! What were they thinking! Nevertheless, the extra time worked to our advantage and we were victorious by four wins and a draw to three wins and a draw.

After-match hospitality took place at the newly opened Beer Garden, adjacent to the Squash Courts, where 80 or so people enjoyed the social contact, which is an inherent part of lawn bowls.

Our thanks go to our committee for arranging the fixture, to the Food & Beverage staff, the Sports & Recreation staff, and of course to all players, especially our visitors.

The Henton Cup Intersection Lawn Bowls Challenge will be held on Sunday 12 September and as usual, the Bowls Section players will be coaching teams from all sections. Form a team from your section and join in this great afternoon of friendly rivalry and festivities afterwards in Tangles.

On a less glamorous note, please, please play your competition games. Some games in waiting are causing bottlenecks and need early attention if we are to avoid a numberof walkovers.

Don’t forget the Perth tour which will take place from 3 to 8 November, when we shall be playing various formats including triples. Your section needs you. Australia is not such a bad place. If for no other reason, come for the food and wine. It ishighly recommended!

John Child

LAWN BOWLS

Friendly contestants: Tanglin Club and Seremban Seniors Lawn Bowls Club.

Rodger Kimpton and SSLBC PresidentHaji Razak.

Kwee Choon and SSLBC PresidentHaji Razak.

A Tanglin winning rink: Bob Gattie and John Childunder pressure.

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Bridge Open Pairs Tournament17 JulyThis inaugural event was indeed a success! A good range of players came from various clubs such as The Singapore Swimming Club, Singapore Island Country Club, Singapore Recreation Cluband the Singapore ContractBridge Association.

Everyone enjoyed the camaraderie, and the atmosphere in the Raffles Room was cordial and pleasant. A

sumptuous high tea was served at half-time.

The top four winners were: 1st – Sean Ng and Zain Moleidina, 2nd – Rohini and Jai Arya, 3rd – Raj and Choudhary and 4th – Esther Ling and Catherine Ang. A big thank you to Rohini Arya for putting so much effort into organising this game, and we all look forward to the next one!

ActivitiesDuplicate Weekly GamesMonday, Wednesday and Friday

at 1pm. Director of Play – I-Nan (Monday and Friday)

Novice TuesdayEvery week at 1pm.

RemindersDuplicate game with light dinnerEvery second Wednesday evening • Sign-up time: 6.15pm

Lily LimBridge Committee Member

From left: Raj, Esther, Sean, Zain, Rohini, Jai and Choudhary.

Billiards WinnersThe Senior Citizen Trophy was won by John Yeo, while The Resolution Trophy was won byHo Wong Toh.

Billiards SectionFund NightEvery third Thursday of the month,7pm at the Billiards RoomPrice: Free (Billiards Section Member) and$16.05 (Non-Section Member).

Everyone is welcome to participate.

For registration or enquiries, please contact the Sports & Recreation Counter at 66220588/0589 or email [email protected]

From left: Runner-up Ho Weng Toh, S&R Manager Geraldine Yan and winner John Yeo.

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BRIDGE & BILLIARDS


SWIMMING

Swimming Pool ArrangementsWe have managed to negotiate successfully with the British Club, United World College

and the Delta Swimming Complex for the use of their swimming facilitiesduring the swimming pool renovation works.

The table below describes the swimming programme, the availability of each venueand their schedules.

We apologise to our avid swimmers for the inconvenience caused and for the restricted access at the locations of the alternative arrangements.g

SWIMMING PROGRAMME / USAGE

Programme Time Period Day / Date Venue

Social Swimming 7am to 2pm 5 July to 21 October

Every Mon to ThuNo access on Fri,

Sat, Sun and Public Holidays

British Club

Aqua Aerobics 10am to 11am 5 July to 21 October Every Mon/Wed/Fri British Club

Masters Programme 7.15pm to 8.15pm 5 July to 21 October Every Tue/Thu British Club

Learners Programme9am to 9.45am

9.50am to 10.35am10.40am to

11.25am10 July to 7 August Every Sat United World College

Learners Programme 3pm to 4pm 5 July to 29 September Every Mon/Wed/Fri Delta Swimming

Complex

Development/Pre-Squad/Competitive

4pm to 6pm 5 July to 29 September Every Mon/Wed/Fri Delta Swimming

Complex


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Friday the 13 last month did not deter teams from seven social club from battling it out for the title of top golfing team.

Competition aside, it was very much a social event with lots of camaraderie before the tee-off, and during the dinner that followed.

The Tanglin Club fielded a team of 16 and as we tee-ed off in a shotgun start format, all eyes were directed upwards towards some dark clouds on the horizon.

This was a match that had been postponed by rain once before, but the gods were kinder this time and we played under cloudy butclear skies.

The sinuous and very tight character of the Keppel Club course created problems for many even though we played off the white tees. Accuracy and course management skills are necessary to play at Keppel, which is very undulating.

With the club rule of keeping

buggies on track, it was huff and puff time as we clambered to look for our wayward shots.

As we used System 36 to calculate our handicaps, we left it to the gremlins in the computer to work out the final scores, which saw the Singapore Cricket Club Team take top honours. The Tanglin Club came in 6th overall.

Terry NgGolf Section Member

Upcoming EventPot Games against Singapore Cricket Club

at Singapore Island Country Club – Sime Course, Thursday 30 September Please contact your Golf Convenor or the Sports & Recreations Department for details if you wish to participate.

The Inter Social Clubs Golf Tournament

GOLF

Tanglin Club Golfers ready to take on some friendly opponents.

Christopher Steffens.Rodger Kimpton (right) playing with members of Singapore Recreation Club, Changi Beach Club and Chinese Swimming Club.


Bullseye day at Tanglin ClubAugust 14 was a bullseye day when the Tanglin Club held the First Members vs Staff Darts Tournament.

It was a 10 on 10 with a most interesting format of play. With 10 players from each side – the Staff Team was captained by Zaini Rahamat and the Members Team by Capt Francis –, 10 matches were played, comprising the traditional 501 and 301, spiced up with Mickey-Mouse and Round-the-Clock, making it a nail-biting finish.

It started with the Quad Mens 501.

The Members Team drew first blood and edged out the Staff Team. However, after seven matches, the Staff Team was in the lead at 5-2. With three remaining matches, the Members Team drew level at 5-5.

Rather than settle for a tie, a decision for sudden-death play-off was made. Our Darts Convenor, MC Cheong, took on Jeffrey Paton for the traditional 301 shoot-out. It was a see-saw battle as both players moved quickly towards the double with coolness and accuracy to finish the match. With two darts, MC closed in on the double and with just one throw, hit the double. It capped a fitting comeback from The

Tanglin Club Members Team, leaving the first mark on the MC Cheong Darts Challenge Trophy.

However, what won the day was the fun and competitive respect the players had for each other. It was also an opportunity for the members to show their appreciation to the staff and for the staff to be special guests, if

only for a few hours.

There was a lucky draw and each staff received a gift, and Club President, Joseph Chew, graciously presented the MC Cheong Darts Challenge Trophy to thewinning side.

Following the prize-giving ceremony, there was a hearty buffet and free flow of drinks. There is no doubt the fond memories of the afternoon will remain long in our hearts and minds.

Frederick Francis

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DARTS

Tanglin Club vs NUSSat Guild HouseOur very first friendly darts match was with the National University of Singapore Society (NUSS) on31 July.

The hosts, NUSS, after watching our

warm-up very graciously suggested that perhaps it would be better if we played games like Mickey Mouse or Round-the-Clock formats.

However, there were singles and pairs play as well; and of course, our hosts won them all! They understood that we were a new section,

and were most encouraging. They gave advise on what darts to buy, and how to score and finish!

The afternoon ended with both sides happy, having enjoyed the afternoon and the hospitality of the hosts.

Lily Lim

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Participants at the first-ever Staff vs Members Darts Tournament.

Best Female Player

Rose Ann.

Upcoming ActivitiesMini Tournament in SeptemberFor Beginners, Intermediate and

Advance players.

Social EveningEvery second and fourth Friday evening, 4pm to 7pm. Drinks

and makan kechil. Do come and join in the fun!Plaque presentation to NUSS Darts Convenor

Oon Tik Lee.

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BALUT

Upcoming Events• Staff vs Members – Date to be confirmed• Inter-Section & Monthly Competition – Thursday 30 September• Inter-Club Balut – Wednesday 15 September at Singapore Recreation Club

Winners of July’sMonthly Balut GameHighest total score: Bansi Sethuraman (700)Highest game score: Bansi Sethuraman (137)Second highest game score: Padmini (133) Leader Board (Best of Three Games):1. Fatema Sadiq 18942. Zoeb Sadiq 18093. Bansi Sethuraman (1788)4. David Hughes (1753)5. Sapinah Hughes (1719)

From left: Bansi Sethuraman, Padmini Pankarand Sapinah Hughes.

eptemberore Recreation Cl b

Balut Bonanza.

Balut Bonanza: Nina Menon receiving her prize fromKristian Bonnichsen.

Balut Bonanza: Fatema and Rodger making

a sudden-death throw.

Empire Cup prize winners.

Empire Cup: Play in progress at the Wine Bar.

Ganesan Sethuraman receiving

the trophy from David Quinn.


SQUASH

Busy Squashcalendar aheadLargely due to the holiday season, there have been no major Squash Section events of late, however the coming three months are looking very busy indeed.

The CIMB Women’s MastersSquash enthusiasts had a treat at the end of July when the CIMB Singapore Women’s Masters was held at the Kallang Leisure Park. A new glass court was brought into the country and erected in the shopping mall. A spectator stand was provided and the event was televised across South-East Asia.

The final was between the World Number 1, Malaysia’s Nicol David, and the World Number 4, England’s Alison Waters. Although Nicol won the match 3:0 each game was fought hard. The score-line of 18-16, 11-9 and 12-10 tells its own story and Alison had no less than five game points in theopening encounter.

Nicol was virtually on home turf playing in Singapore and had a great deal of support from the locals. The viewing stand was packed and spectators thronged the glass walls. The walkways on three levels above the court were ringed with spectators. After the match the prizes were presented by Tanglin Club Member Desmond Hill.

The mobile glass court proved to be a great success. Singapore has S$300,000 invested in a lease-to-buy deal which augurs well for future major tournaments.

Official Opening of the new Beer GardenThis Club-wide event ran on very familiar turf for squash players and the Section was well represented – as the photos show. We couldn’t resist having a “finger in the pie” and towards the end of the evening “DJ” Darcy McColl kept the party rolling with his characteristic mix of music.

Section Member UpdatesWelcome to Chilappagari Srikanth who joins the Section this month. I’d also like to extend an early welcome to Mike Hollenbeck who is in the process of joining the Club and the Section. Mike is well known to many of us and is the latest of the highly experienced players joining us from other Clubs – seduced by our doubles courts.

Well known regular David McElwain has moved to Australia – not before sending a personal note to the

whole Section. Here is an excerpt: “I have played for many clubs over the years, but the warmth, friendship and great sportsmanship I found at this club has just been the best… It has been the best time and you are just so lucky to belong to such a great club.” Thank you David, we very much enjoyed you being a part of the Section too. Good luck in Australia and we hope to see you on your visits to Singapore. Cpt Jelle de Vries has also cancelled hisSection Membership.

Upcoming EventsWhen you receive this magazine the Club’s Annual Singles Champion-ships will be running and the finals are planned for the weekend of the 18th to 19th September. Four tournaments are being run in parallel: an Open event for all players, a Masters event for those 40 years and over, a Veterans for players 50 and over, and a Seniors for those 60 and up. These events are always strongly contested and we anticipate some tough games and great entertainment.

We have a team from New Zealand visiting on Tuesday 28 September and a number of exhibition and friendly matches have been arranged. It should be fun, so come along and enjoy the spectacle.

See you on court.

Brian DickersonSquash Section Committee Member

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Members celebrating the Official Opening of the Beer

Garden at the Squash Centre.

Beer Garden now open for all members to enjoy.

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TENNIS

National DayTennis EventOn 9 August, the Tennis Section held a National Day Fun Tennis event. Participants dressed in Singapore’s national colours of red and white.

Vincent Lam, our Club Captain, did a good job of evenly placing players into the Red or White Team.

Teams played mens, ladies and mixed doubles for the

first to five games. It was a very even finish: 66 games to the Red Team and 69 games to the White Team.

After the tennis, there was a lovely buffet dinner in Tangles. While enjoying the food and company, we watched the National Day Parade. We hope more members will join us for other upcoming events. Please join the club championships or at least come and watch the finals on the Sundays.

Virginia LongfellowTennis Convenor

New Classes Tanglin Club Junior Tennis ProgrammesDue to increasing demand for junior tennis lessons at the Club, new Tuesday classes have been organised. The hour-long lessons cover ball sense, stroke mechanics, footwork, tennis games and making new friends. Do not miss out on the fun and action!

Classes & TimingsTAG 0406: 4pm – 5pm • TAG 0710: 4pm – 5pm • TAG 0710: 5pm – 6pm

Sign up as soon as possible as places in each class is limited!

September School Holidays Junior Tennis CampThe previous Tanglin Club Junior Tennis Camps have created many enthusiastic tennis players. They are a great time for Juniors to make incredible new friendships and have tonnes of fun, while enjoying days of intensive tennis! Many Juniors have participated in all the camps this year, and parents have requested the Tennis Coaches organise another during the coming September School Holidays.

The Tanglin Club September School Holidays Junior Tennis Camp is now open for registration. Juniors of all ages – from beginners, to recreational, to competitive levels – are welcome.

Date: Monday 6 September toThursday 9 September Time: 10am to 12noon

Register Junior early as there are limited spots. Registration forms are available at the Sports & Recreation and Tennis Office.

Captain Virginia Longfellow (standing, fourth from left) enjoying the evening with fellow tennis players.

Celebrating after the game.


GYMMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

ABS & COREGYM INSTRUCTOR

10.10AM TO 10.25AM

ABS & COREGYM INSTRUCTOR8AM TO 8.15AM

ABS & CORE GYM INSTRUCTOR

10.10AM TO 10.25AM

ABS & CORE GYM INSTRUCTOR

10.10AM TO 10.25AM

September 2010GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULE

ON-GOING ACTIVITIESMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

8.30AM TO

9.45AM

YOGA(ADVANCED)MARGARET

9AM TO 10AM

BA DUAN JINWONG LCSTUDIO 2

DAYAN QIGONGWONG LC

10AM TO 11AM

ERMEI TAIJI STYLE UMBRELLAWONG LC

11.30AM TO

12.30PM

ERMEI TAIJI STYLE UMBRELLAWONG LC

4PM TO 5PM

TAEKWONDO (BEGINNERS)

PATRICK

5PM TO 6.30PM

TABLE TENNISSOCIALS

6PM TO 9PM

TABLE TENNISSOCIALS

6PM TO 9PM

TAEKWONDO(INTERMEDIATE /

ADVANCED)PATRICK

Monthly charges apply for on-going activities except Table Tennis Socials. On-going classes are not included in the Ultimate Fitness Feast card.Schedule is subject to change.

STUDIO 1MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

SPIN CHALLENGEBEN

7AM TO 8AM

GENTLE YOGACHRISTINE

7AM TO 8AM

SPIN CHALLENGEARZIZ

7AM TO 8AM

SPIN CHALLENGEARZIZ

8AM TO 9AM

TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING

JAMES8AM TO 9AM

PILATES CIRCUITMELVYN

8AM TO 9AM

POWER YOGASERENA

8AM TO 9AM

SPIN CIRCUITARZIZ

8AM TO 9AM

BEGINNERS’ PILATES MATWORK CHRISTINE

9.05AM TO 10.05AM

SPIN INTERVALXAVIER

9.05AM TO 10.05AM

PUMP IT UPJERRY

9.05AM TO 10.05AM

HI-LO ENERGIEXAVIER / ARZIZ

9.05AM TO 10.05AM

PUMP IT UPJERRY

9.05AM TO 10.05AM

SPIN INTERVALXAVIER

9AM TO 10AM

INTERMEDIATE PILATES MATWORK

CHRISTINE9AM TO 10AM

STEP ATHLETICSSOPHIE

10.10AM TO 11.10AM

YOGILATESLESTER

10.10AM TO 11.10AM

ABTXAVIER / ARZIZ

10.10AM TO 11.10AM

SPIN CHALLENGESOPHIE

10.10AM TO 11.10AM

LATINO JAMJERRY

10.10AM TO 11.10AM

SPIN CHALLENGEBARRY

10.15AM TO 11.15AM

BOOT CAMPANDREW

10.05AM TO 11.05AM

HATHA YOGASERENA

11.15AM TO 12.15PM

DANCE 101ERICH

11.15AM TO 12.15PM

SPIN CHALLENGEBARRY

11.15AM TO 12.15PM

CARDIO SCULPT ANN

11.10AM TO 12.10PM

SPIN INTERVALCRYSTAL

11.20AM TO 12.20PM

KICK BOXINGANDREW

11.10AM TO 12.10PM

TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING

ANDREW6.30PM TO 7.30PM

STEP & SCULPTJAMES

6.30PM TO 7.30PM

SPIN INTERVALCRYSTAL

7PM TO 8PM

SPIN CHALLENGE CRYSTAL

7.30PM TO 8.30PM

YOGA DR VENKY

7.30PM TO 8.30PM

SPIN CHALLENGEBARRY

7.35PM TO 8.35PM

STUDIO 2MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

SUPER CIRCUITGYM INSTRUCTOR9AM TO 9.45AM

LO IMPACT AEROBICS

ANN10AM TO 11AM

YOGA STRETCH & RELAXARZIZ

11.15AM TO 12NOON

YOGILATESLESTER

10AM TO 11AM

RESTORATIVE YOGA YVONNE

11.15AM TO 12.15PM

DYNAMIC FITBALLSERENA

10AM TO 11AM

KICKBOXING CHRIS

11AM TO 12NOON

PILATESAMY

7PM TO 8PM

YOGA STRETCH & RELAXSERENA

11.15AM TO 12.15PM

VINYASA YOGA CHRISTINE

7PM TO 8PM

SUPER CIRCUITGYM INSTRUCTOR 8.05PM TO 9.05PM

ULTIMATE FITNESS FEAST CARD: $80 for unlimited classes or $20 per session (excluding GST).The management reserves the right to amend the Group Fitness Schedule whenever necessary.

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FITNESS

Exercise of the Month

Deadlift: The Forgotten ExerciseThe Deadlift is an integral, yet often missing component of a strength-building programme. The move, or one of its variations, may not be suitable for everyone, but the benefits of the Deadlift for a power- or strength-building programmeare innumerable.

Muscles WorkedThe Deadlift is a compound exercise targeting several muscle groups including the latissimus dorsi, trapezius, erector spinae, gluteals, hamstrings, quadriceps, and psoas (hip flexors). Your forearm muscles, which are involved in gripping the bar, are used to a lesser degree, as well as muscles involved in trunk stabilisation, such as your obliques.

BenefitsThe Deadlift has many benefits. As a compound exercise, the movement spans three joints with extension occurring at the hip, knee, and ankle joints, thus utilising several large muscle groups.

Compared to isolation exercises, compound movements that involve larger muscle groups elicit a hormonal training response that results in greater strength gains. The dynamics of the lift itself may also lead to greater gains in hypertrophy.

The Deadlift also has possible rehabilitation benefits. It has been hypothesised that the moderate to high hamstring activity elicited during the Deadlift may help to protect the anterior cruciate ligament during rehabilitation.

The movement of the Deadlift translates well in real life as it mimics bending and lifting. Anyone who has

a toddler is quite familiar with the motion of the lift already.

Biomechanics of the Sumo and Conventional StylesThere are two basic styles of a bent-leg Deadlift; sumo and conventional. The key difference between the two styles is the placement of the feet and the width of the grip. In the sumo style, the grip is medial to the feet, that is, the grip is on the inside of the legs. The feet in the sumo style are at about a 45°-angle pointing outward. This style utilises a slightly wider stance than the conventional method. In the conventional style, the grip is lateral to the feet, ie, on the outside of the legs, and the feet are only slightly turned outward. The sumo style has gained a reputation as decreasing the stress placed on the lower lumbar by as much as 10% compared to the conventional Deadlift. It also seems to be favoured among those who are leaner and have longer than average torsos. Since the sumo style requires less hip flexion and a more upright

trunk position, this may benefit people of this phenotype by reducing the torque on the lower spine.

We also know that the sumo style Deadlift requires much larger knee

and ankle moments, and more flexion of these joints is required compared to the conventional style. This implies that the quadriceps may be more active in the sumo style.

Furthermore, because of the wide stance utilised in the sumo style, this method requires less mechanical work than the conventional method.

Performing the DeadliftBeginning position• Feet should be flat on the floor about shoulder-width apart in the conventional style, and slightly farther apart in the sumo style.• Grip bar with a closed, alternate grip.• Legs should be flexed as in a squat position.• Bar should be as close to the shins as possible.• Back posture should be straight.

Upward movement• Begin pull by extending at the knees. • The hips and shoulders should move at the same rate, keeping back posture straight, with the shoulders above or slightly in front of bar.• At the end of the concentric phase, thrust hips forward and abduct lats. The hip and knee joint should be fully extended.

Downward Movement• Flex hip and knee joints slowly to lower bar to the floor, ending in the squat position.

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FITNESS

Kids Fitness Course Congratulations to our five junior members – Nena Alexander, Saahil Sharma, Simren Jeyda, Alexandra Wong and Dughall Sandison – for successfully completing the inaugural KFC (Kids Fitness Course)Training Course on 7 August in The TanglinClub Gym.

Personal Trainer Jab, led our keen participants through an in-depth two-hour orientation. After sitting for a general Q&A, they were awarded with their own KFC card, allowing them access to the gym between 3pm to 6pm on weekdays, and anytime on

weekends. We look forward to see our fully fledged Junior Fitness Members in the Gym soon. Look out for the next KFC course on Saturday 25 September, and register early.

Trainer ProfileMohd RedzuanAlso known as JabI have never been happier than working at The Tanglin Club, and nothing beats being a part of The Tanglin Club family.

Everyday is filled with fun and excitement meeting new and regular members, and helping them to reach their goals faster and safely.

I have been with the fantastic Fitness Team for about two years now, and I was recently appointed the New Fitness Supervisor.

I will be maximising my time taking charge of the overall training programme, fitness articles, fitness events, and I will also be leading the trainers in kettlebells training and programming too. Being an “infoholic” and fitness fanatic, you can be sure to find the latest news in our fitness articles to come!

Let me share a bit of my background. I have been in the fitness industry for close to seven years, and I have worked closely with many exercise specialists, sports physiotherapists, medical practitioners, nutritionist, sports coaches and top athletes. My training and studies internationally have taught me to integrate and specialise in a wide array of disciplines – from mobility and strength training, to metabolic training, functional training, sports conditioning, etc. My passion is fitness, and I sincerely believe fitness can help improve your mind, body and soul. But it is up to you.

You can rely on me to give you the best and most advanced training and advice in fitness and health. If you need to shape up fast, or get in the best shape you can ever imagine, or just want to ask a few questions regarding fitness, you know where to find me.

Before I sign off I just want to leave a little something for you to think about. There are 168 hours in a week, and all you need are three hours of working out to get results. Believe me!

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your back be rounded.• Keep the bar as close to the shins as possible throughout.• Feet should always be flat on the floor, pushing from the heel.• Exhale through the sticking point of the concentric movement, and inhale through the eccentric phase.• Do not jerk the movement, it should be smooth throughout • If your knees are moving laterally from side to side, reduce the amount of weight. • Many muscles are involved in the Deadlift and you may require more rest between sets than normal.

ConclusionAs in all exercises, the Deadlift is not for everyone. Because of the wide range of muscles the Deadlift targets, some people use it as a warm-up lift before their workout.

In whatever form you use, the Deadlift should play an important role in your training programme.

If you have any lower lumbar injuries or any other joint injuries, it is important to get a doctor’s or chiropractor’s release to carry out this exercise.

Approach our friendly personal trainers for assistance if you have any queries.

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Amazingly, women in the 21st Century still look to the beauty secrets of Egyptian queen Cleopatra.

Cleopatra is said to have used pure gold as a facial masque while she enjoyed her beauty sleep. In Rome at around the same time, gold ointments were used for the treatment of a variety of skin problems. In ancient China, empresses used a gold massage roller every day fora facelift.

Today, Indian ayurvedic medicine employs gold in exclusive treatments, while recent research by the American Chemical Society suggests that nano particles of gold – combined with radiation, among other things – can help in treating neurodegenerative conditions such asAlzheimer’s Disease.

In the wrong hands, however, gold can be lethal. Thousands of years ago, Mandarin nobility committed suicide by breathing gold powder, blocking their respiratory pathways. In the James Bond movie Goldfinger, villain Auric Goldfinger’s Korean manservant Oddjob covers Agent 007’s love interest in gold paint, supposedly killing her by epidermal suffocation.

Besides its appeal as a precious metal, and therefore available only to the privileged, research shows gold can firm the skin and reduce wrinkles. Heat from gold stimulates cellular growth, slowing down the depletion of collagen, and the breakdown of elastin. The result is a tightening

effect, making the face look more youthful, enhanced by the glowing effect of gold.

Since pure gold skin treatment was launched in Japan about three years ago, it has won a league of fans. The luxurious treatment is available at numerous salons and

spas across the country. Each session, which lasts between one and two hours, starts at S$300. Those who have tried this exclusive spa treatment say it feels so luxurious.

The main ingredients of the gold facial are gold cream and gold gel made with 24-carat gold. So are cooling agents such as aloe vera. And special massage methods

and application are used in the gold facial treatment.

First, the skin is thoroughly cleansed before it is massaged with the gold gel. The facial massage improves blood circulation and accelerates cell renewal, and the

gold gel has tiny bits of gold leaf that help to exfoliate the skin. After the therapeutic

massage comes the masque before the final rinse-off.

Having received one of the most precious facial treatments available today, your face will be glowing, and you cannot help but feel like royalty.

Experience a gold facial at Tanglin Club Spa Botanica, located on Level 5 of the Sports and Recreation Centre.

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The Oriental Club was founded in 1824 by and for members of the East India Company and even today, retains strong links with the East. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of London’s West End, it is an oasis of calm just a short walk from the fashionable shopping areas of Bond Street and Oxford Street. It is ideally situated for sightseeing as well as access to the theatre or the city.

Stratford House was built in the late-1770s and at various times, was the London home of the Earl of Aldborough, Earl of Colbrook and Earl of Derby. It is an architectural gem that has retained many original features and is home to a wonderful collection of paintings. It is a relaxing location for people to meet or somewhere to unwind.

The Oriental Club is renowned for fine dining and takes great pride in the quality of food and service throughout the Club. The main dining room, recently completely refurbished, offers a menu that ranges from a simple light lunch to a gastronomic dinner. The excellent cuisine is complemented by a superb and wide-ranging wine list, serviced by the Club’s own cellars that house a truly impressive array of vintage Claret, vintage port andfine cognacs.

Members and guests are welcome to use the Club’s facilities for private entertainment such as lunches, dinners, meetings, cocktail parties and wedding receptions. The Library with its cherry wood panelled walls, delicately decorated with gold leaf, makes for a truly stylish venue for business and society functions. It houses a magnificent collection of volumes on the Orient that members may borrow. The adjacent anteroom makes the perfect venue for a reception prior to a lunch/dinner, or for a small private event.

The elegant Garden Room, with French windows that open directly onto the courtyard, is a popular venue. There are four majestic and ornate drawing rooms upstairs, all adorned with oil portraits and gold leaf ceilings, and where light refreshments and sandwiches are served throughout the day.

A Quiet Oasis in the Centre of LondonThere are 32 en suite bedrooms ranging from single to double/twin occupancy, three refurbished Junior Suites and the Wellington Suite, the flagship luxury suite. All bedrooms enjoy complimentary wi-fi internet access, and a small IT suite is also available. The Club is about to embark on an expansion that will add a furthereight bedrooms.

The Oriental Club, London

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AUSTRALIAADELAIDE• The Adelaide Club• The Alexandra ClubBRISBANE• Tattersall’s Club• The Brisbane Club• United Services ClubCANBERRA• The Commonwealth Club LimitedMELBOURNE• Melbourne Club• Royal Automobile Club of Victoria• Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club• The Alexandra Club• The Athenaeum Club• The Australian ClubPERTH• The Weld Club • Western Australian ClubSYDNEY• Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron• Tattersall’s Club• Union, University & Schools Club

BANGLADESHDHAKA• Dhaka Club

CANADACALGARY• Glencoe Club • The Ranchmen’s ClubTORONTO• Granite Club• The National Club• The Toronto Lawn Tennis Club• University Club of TorontoVANCOUVER• Vancouver ClubVICTORIA• The Union Club of British Columbia

CHINABEIJING• Beijing American Club

FRANCEPARIS• Cercle de L’Union Interalliée

GERMANYHAMBURG• Der Ubersee Club BERLIN• International Club of Berlin

HONG KONG• American Club• Hong Kong Club• Hong Kong Football Club• Ladies’ Recreation Club

INDIABANGALORE• Bangalore ClubCALCUTTA• The Bengal Club• Tollygunge ClubMADRAS• Madras Cricket ClubMUMBAI• Bombay Gymkhana• Willingdon Sports ClubNEW DELHI• Delhi Gymkhana

INDONESIAJAKARTA• International Sports Club of Indonesia

IRELANDDUBLIN• Kildare Street & University Club

JAPANKOBE• Kobe Regatta & Athletic ClubTOKYO• Tokyo American Club

KENYANAIROBI• Muthaiga Club

KOREASEOUL• Seoul Club

MALAYSIAIPOH• Kelab Diraja Ipoh - Royal Ipoh ClubKUALA LUMPUR• Kelab Taman Perdana - Royal Lake Club• Royal Selangor Club• The Raintree Club of Kuala LumpurKUCHING, SARAWAK• Sarawak ClubNEGRI SEMBILAN• Royal Port Dickson Yacht Club• Sungei Ujong ClubPENANG• Penang Club• Penang Sports Club• Penang Swimming Club

MONACOMONTE CARLO• Le Yacht Club of Monaco

NEW ZEALANDAUCKLAND• The Auckland Club • The Northern ClubCHRISTCHURCH• The Christchurch Club

DUNEDIN• The Dunedin ClubNAPIER• Hawke’s Bay ClubWELLINGTON• Wellesley Club

PAKISTANLAHORE• The Lahore Gymkhana

PAPUA NEW GUINEAPORT MORESBY• Papua Club

PHILIPPINESBAGUIO• Baguio Country ClubMAKATI• Manila Club• Manila Polo Club

SRI LANKACOLOMBO• Colombo ClubNURWARA ELIYA• The Hill Club

SOUTH AFRICADURBAN• Durban ClubJOHANNESBURG• The Country Club JohannesburgSANDTON• Inanda Club

SWEDENSTOCKHOLM• The Sallskapet Club• The Royal Bachelors Club

TAIWANTAIPEI• American Club in China

THAILANDBANGKOK• The Bangkok Club• The British Club• The Royal Bangkok Sports Club

UNITED KINGDOM & CHANNEL ISLANDSABERDEEN• Royal Northern & University ClubCHANNEL ISLANDS• The Victoria Club, St HelierEDINBURGH• The New Club• The Royal Overseas League• The Royal Scots ClubGLASGOW• The Western ClubLIVERPOOL• The Athenaeum

LONDON• Army & Navy Club• Carlton Club• East India Club• Naval & Military Club• Oriental Club• The Royal Air Force Club• The Athenaeum• The Caledonian Club• The Calvary & Guards Club• The Hurlingham Club• The Lansdowne Club• The Naval Club• The New Cavendish Club• The Reform Club• The Royal Automobile Club• The Royal Overseas League• The Sloane Club• United Oxford & Cambridge University ClubNORWICH• The Norfolk ClubOXFORDSHIRE• Phyllis Court Club

UNITED STATESBOSTON• Harvard Club of Boston• Union Club of BostonCHICAGO• The University ClubCLEVELAND• The Union ClubHONOLULU• The Pacific ClubNEW HAVEN• The Graduate ClubNEW YORK CITY• The Harvard Club of New York City• The Princeton Club of New York• The Union League Club• The Yale Club of New York CityPHILADELPHIA• The Racquet ClubPITTSBURGH• The University ClubSAN FRANCISCO• The Metropolitan Club• Olympic ClubSEATTLE• The Rainier ClubWASHINGTON DC• Cosmos Club• The Georgetown Club• The University Club• Washington Athletic Club

VIETNAMHANOI• The Hanoi Club

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


NEW DVDsACTION & ADVENTURE• Con Air (1997)• Future X-Cop (1993)• Goemon (2009)• Green Zone (2010)• Total Recall (1990)• To Have and Have Not (1944)• Underworld 3: Rise of the Lycans (2009)• Yamakazi (2001)

COMEDY• Happy Go Lucky (2010)• How To Be (2008)• Legally Blonde 2 (2003)• Matilda (1996)• School Days With A Pig (2008)• Serious Moonlight (2009)

• St Trinian’s (2007)• Stalag 17 (1953)• Two Weeks Notice (2002)• When Harry Met Sally (1989)• What Women Want (2000)• You’ve Got Mail (1998)

CLASSICS• Bicycle Thieves (1948)• Singing In The Rain (1952)• The Maltese Falcon (1941)

DOCUMENTARY• Hitler in Colour (2005)

DRAMA• Kagemusha (1980)• The Chorus: Les Choristes (2004)

• Magnolia (1999)• Monga (2010)• Mr Holland’s Opus (1995)• Nodame Cantabile - The Movie (2010)• Persuasion (1995)• Savage (2009)• Smiley’s People (1982)• The Hill (1965)• Up in the Air (2009)

HORROR• A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984)• A Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge (1985)• Halloween (1978)• Paranormal Activity (2007)• Shutter (2008)• The Changeling (1980)

MUSIC• Carpenters - Gold: Greatest Hits

SCI-FI• 2010 : The Year We Make Contact (1984)

SPORT• Arsenal Season 2009/2010 • Liverpool: Football Club Season 2009/2010

TV SERIES• Boston Legal: Seasons 2-5• CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Seasons 2-5 & 7-9• Doctor Who: Series 1 & 2• Monk: Seasons 1-5• The Tudors: Season 2

NEW BOOKSFICTIONTerror’s ReachTom BaleGothic Short StoriesDavid BlairThe Burning LandBernard CornwellRed BonesAnn CleevesThe Gate HouseNelson DeMilleThe BetrayalHelen DunmoreInspector Singh Investigates: The Singapore School of VillainyShamini FlintIn a Strange RoomDamon GalgutThe Poison TreeErin KellyGirl In TranslationJean KwokPearl of ChinaAnchee MinFebruaryLisa MooreApartment 16Adam Nevill

Death of a Red HeroineXiaolong QiuChrist The Lord: The Road To CanaAnne RiceThe Last ResortDouglas RogersYou Can’t HideKaren RoseEmpire of TheMoghul: RaidersFrom The NorthAlex RutherfordA Deadly TradeMichael StanleyHoddAdam ThorpeThe Other FamilyJoanna TrollopeClose-UpEsther VerhoefThe Stars In The Bright SkyAlan WarnerTony & SusanM. Austin Wright

NON-FICTIONSongs of Bloodand SwordFatima Bhutto

The Essential Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire: The Essence of Harnessing the Infinite Power of CoincidenceDr. Deepak ChopraFrommer’s London Free and Dirt CheapJoe FullmanThe Geopolitics of Emotion: How Cultures of Fear, Humiliation, and Hope Are Reshaping the WorldDominique MoisiOn RoadsJoe MoranWomen’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom: The Complete Guide to Women’s Health and WellbeingDr Christiane NorthrupWar Games:The Story of Aid andWar in ModernTimesLinda PolmanConversations WithLee Kuan YewTom Plate

Sports In The21st CenturyReutersCalled Out of Darkness: A Spiritual ConfessionAnne RiceCooking DirtyJason SheehanThe Survivors Club: The Secrets and Science That Could Save Your LifeBen SherwoodBurying The Bones:Pearl Buck in ChinaHilary SpurlingCanteen:Great British FoodTitcombe, Cass, Lake Dominic, Clayton-Malone Patrick

Stillness SpeaksEckhart TolleThe Art of Simple FoodAlice Waters

SCIENCE FICTIONDivisionsKen MacleodResplendentStephen Baxter

BOOKS & DVDS

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BOOKS & DVDS

Inspector Singh Investigates:The Singapore School of Villanyby Shamini FlintInspector Singh is home – and how he wishes he was not. His wife nags him at breakfast, and his superiors are whiling away their time by giving him his usual “You’re a disgrace to the force.” lecture. Still, there is no rest for Singh. He has to investigate the murder of a senior partner at an international law firm, clubbed to death at his desk. There is no shortage of suspects – from the victim’s fellow partners to his wife and ex-wife – or motives, as many of the lawyers have secrets they would kill to protect. Very soon, Singh finds himself heading up an investigation that rips apart the fabric of Singapore society and exposes the rotten core beneath. Perhaps coming home was not such a good idea after all…?

Stillness Speaks by Eckhart TolleThe essence of the book is easy to grasp. If we connect to the stillness within, we move beyond our active minds and emotions and discover great depths of lasting peace, contentment, and serenity. With his bestselling first book, The Power of Now, his message has reached millions of people worldwide. Now, in his much-anticipated new book, Tolle gives us the essence of his teaching in short, simple pieces that anyone can easily understand.

Stillness Speaks is organised into 10 chapters and the subjects range from Beyond the Thinking Mind, to Suffering, and the End of Suffering. Each chapter is a mosaic of individual entries, concise and complete in themselves, but profoundly transformative when read as a whole.

Up In The Air starring George Clooney andVera FarmigaRyan Bingham (Clooney) is truly living the high life. Flying all over the world on business, he never stops moving… until he meets Alex, a fellow passenger, and learns that life is not just about the journey, but the connections we make along the way.

Acclaimed by critics and audiences everywhere, Up In The Air is light and dark, hilarious and tragic, bouncy and brainy, romantic and real.

Green Zone starring Matt Damon andJason IsaacsThe time: 2003. The place: Baghdad. The mission: Locate Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) hidden by Saddam Hussein’s regime. Chief Miller (Damon) leads an elite Army team searching for WMD. Instead, they uncover a deadly conspiracy of murder and deception. Miller discovers that nobody can be trusted and the deadliest enemies are those who claim to be on your side. Will the mission clear a rouge regime or escalate a war in an unstable region?

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

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It begins with a deep cleansing scrub and finishes with a moisturising gel containing putre gold, rose hip oil extract and hyaluronic acid. Intensely hydrating.

90 min $180Includes a relaxing massage to take tension off the face, neck and shoulders.

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Showtimes: Friday - 8pm • Saturday - 6pm & 9pm • Sunday 2.30pm & 8pm • Film Ratings: G - General viewing • PG - Parental guidance requiredNC16 - No children below 16 • M18 - For viewers aged 18 & above • R21 - For adults aged 21 & above • For Enquiries: Please call Reception at 66220555 or visit

the website for more information. Tickets can be obtained at Reception. Moviegoers are to be seated 15 minutes before showtime.

UPCOMING MOVIES1, 2 & 3 October

Ip Man 28, 9 & 10 October

Inception15, 16 & 17 October

Sex & The City 222, 23 & 24 October

A-Team29, 30 & 31 October

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PRINCE OF PERSIA – PG3, 4 & 5 SeptemberAction Adventure (116 mins) • Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley, Alfred Molina • Director: Mike NewellThis epic action-adventure is set in mystical Persia. A rogue prince reluctantly joins forces with a mysterious princess and together, they battle the dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time – a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.

PRECIOUS – M1817, 18 & 19 SeptemberDrama (110 mins) • Starring: Gabourey Sidibe, Lenny Kravitz, Mo’Nique • Director: Lee Daniels Sixteen-year-old obese and illiterate Claireece “Precious” Jones lives in Harlem with her dysfunctional family. She has been raped twice by her father, suffers constant abuse from her mother, and is suspended from school after becoming pregnant for the second time. Her principal Mrs Lichtenstein arranges for Precious to attend an alternative school, hoping it can help her changeher life.

KARATE KID – PG10*, 11 & 12 September (*Special Matinee Screening for Hari Raya)

Action (140 mins) • Starring: Jaden Smith, Jackie Chan, Taraji P Henson, Han Wenwen • Director: Harald Zwart, Shaunt BenjaminDre Parker moves to China with his mother. He falls for his classmate Mei Ying, and inadvertently makes an enemy of the class bully. Dre befriends maintenance man Han, who is secretly a kung fu master. As Han teaches Dre that kung fu is not only about punches and parries, but maturity and calm, Dre realises that facing off the bullies will be the fight of his life.

NANNY McPHEEAND THE BIG BANG – PG24, 25 & 26 SeptemberComedy (109 mins) • Starring: Emma Thompson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Rhys Ifans, Maggie Smith •Director: Susanna WhiteNanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother Mrs Isabel Green, who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. She soon discovers that Mrs Green’s children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in, and refuse to leave.

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BOBBI BROWNSUMMER COMEBACK

Thursday 16 September,

2pm

$65 (Member) & $70 (Guest

Raffles Room

OLD TIME MUSICAL HALLFriday 24

September, 7.30pm

$55 (Member) & $60 (Guest)

Churchill Room

PIZZA HUT KITCHEN TOURTuesday 7 September,

9.30am


Plaza Singapura

WALKING TOUR:OF CURRY & SPICE

Saturday 18 September,

9am


Kampong Glam &

Little India

FUNCTION FOODS & FINDING BALANCE WITH HOLISTIC WELLNESS

Friday 22 October, 12noon


Raffles Room

KETUPAT WEAVINGSaturday 4 September,

2pm


Draycott Room

MID-AUTUMN WALKABOUT

Friday 1 October,

2pm


Chinatown

OKTOBERFEST 2010Saturday 2 October, 7.30pm

$58 (Member), $68 (Guest) or $450 for table of 8

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