Amanda could only book the function room from 7am to 3pm on the 29th and she suggested it is better to hold it at another venue.
I don't know how many of you are fine with the timing, but Sherilyn has also agreed to open up her house for us. And then we can hold a countdown party+stayover at another house if there are willing participants and a hospitable host.
So...comments?
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Monday, December 8, 2008
Do They Know It's Christmas?
Amanda has more or less confirmed the Christmas party over at her place on the 29th of December. There are still several minor details to be settled like time and activities those sort of things, but it won't take long I think. Oh, and then there's gift exchange as well, if anyone's interested.
Amanda probably need to finalise one last time as soon as everything is planned out to ensure the party goes well. No invitation cards though, according to her, so please RSVP with her.
I know this is going to sound a little insane, but how about another party on the 30th and a stayover on the 31st to 1st Jan? So it's like a whole 4 days of non-stop partying at someone's house. If response is good then we could find someone to open up their houses for those interested. Any ideas?
One last thing, please spread the word.
Merry Christmas!
Amanda probably need to finalise one last time as soon as everything is planned out to ensure the party goes well. No invitation cards though, according to her, so please RSVP with her.
I know this is going to sound a little insane, but how about another party on the 30th and a stayover on the 31st to 1st Jan? So it's like a whole 4 days of non-stop partying at someone's house. If response is good then we could find someone to open up their houses for those interested. Any ideas?
One last thing, please spread the word.
Merry Christmas!
Monday, November 17, 2008
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
I don't know how many of you still frequent this blog, but here goes...
Min Jie wanted a class chalet on the 4th of Jan at Aloha for 1 day 0 night because that's the only day available. It's not booked yet, partly because I'm lazy and I need a majority vote because it involves money.
Alternatively, Amanda suggested a Christmas party/outing. We could draw names and buy a present for the person we had drawn and go do crazy stuffs like visit Santa at the shopping mall.
Whatever the decision, I am hoping that we could come to a decision by the end of November. The class needs an outing and pictures outside of the boring school. For the chalet, it costs around $200 so that accounts to around $10 per person. I believe all of your wallets have more money than the class fund right now.
Oh, we still have SL project.
PS: Next Cold War seminar on the 26 of November. Register here.
PSS: Let's all conspire and not do holiday homework.
Min Jie wanted a class chalet on the 4th of Jan at Aloha for 1 day 0 night because that's the only day available. It's not booked yet, partly because I'm lazy and I need a majority vote because it involves money.
Alternatively, Amanda suggested a Christmas party/outing. We could draw names and buy a present for the person we had drawn and go do crazy stuffs like visit Santa at the shopping mall.
Whatever the decision, I am hoping that we could come to a decision by the end of November. The class needs an outing and pictures outside of the boring school. For the chalet, it costs around $200 so that accounts to around $10 per person. I believe all of your wallets have more money than the class fund right now.
Oh, we still have SL project.
PS: Next Cold War seminar on the 26 of November. Register here.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Oral Presentation
Videos of your PW OP can be found over here:
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=ngwhshaun&view=videos.
I apologise for the lateness.
All the best for PW.
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=ngwhshaun&view=videos.
I apologise for the lateness.
All the best for PW.
Monday, October 13, 2008
HOW TO GET TO THE DAMN PLACE.
HOW TO GET TO FORT CANNING PARK!
Location
Hill Street, National Library Car Park, Percival Road, River Valley Road, Canning Walk (behind park)
Park Size
18 Ha
Getting There
Travel by bus to : Stamford RoadSBS 7, 14, 16, 36, 111, 124, 131, 147, 162, 166, 174, 401Tibs 77, 106, 167, 171, 190, 700, 700A, 857CSS 605, Express 502, Nite Rider NR7Stop at National Library and take the underpass to the park. Hill StreetSBS 124, 145, 147, 166, 174
Tibs 190, 851, 647, 648River Valley RoadSBS 32, 54, 195Nite Rider 1,2,3,5,6,7,8By MRT : To Dhoby Ghaut, Clarke Quay or City Hall Station
I will email you guys the map of the park.
Zi Ming, what is the update on the organisation? Have they contacted you back?
Play hard guys!
Location
Hill Street, National Library Car Park, Percival Road, River Valley Road, Canning Walk (behind park)
Park Size
18 Ha
Getting There
Travel by bus to : Stamford RoadSBS 7, 14, 16, 36, 111, 124, 131, 147, 162, 166, 174, 401Tibs 77, 106, 167, 171, 190, 700, 700A, 857CSS 605, Express 502, Nite Rider NR7Stop at National Library and take the underpass to the park. Hill StreetSBS 124, 145, 147, 166, 174
Tibs 190, 851, 647, 648River Valley RoadSBS 32, 54, 195Nite Rider 1,2,3,5,6,7,8By MRT : To Dhoby Ghaut, Clarke Quay or City Hall Station
I will email you guys the map of the park.
Zi Ming, what is the update on the organisation? Have they contacted you back?
Play hard guys!
Class SLP: Fort Canning's history
This can be used to teach the kids...
Just a stone's throw away from one of the busiest shopping areas in Singapore is a cool, shady nature walk around a hill which has a history that goes back 700 years. Relax by taking a stroll through the park situated on the hill or immerse yourself in this tranquil green oasis while commuting from Orchard Road to the Civic District or the Singapore River.Steeped in history, Fort Canning Hill was once known as "Forbidden Hill". This is because Malays in the 19th century believed that it was the seat of royalty for rulers of Temasek (or "Sea Town", an old name for Singapore) in the 1300s. Later, Singapore's colonial leaders made their residences there, and the hill became a military base during the Second World War. Today, ancient relics dating back to the 14th century have been unearthed and the Fort Gate, remnant of the fortress built in the 1860s, is a reminder of Singapore's colonial past.
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Archaeological excavations prove the vitality of Fort Canning Hill's history as far back as the 14th century when it was the seat of the Malay Kingdom, Temasek. According to the Malay Annals, the site was chosen for settlement by Sri Tri Buana, ruler of Temasek and the one reputed to have seen the fabled lion for which he named the island 'Singapura' (Lion City).
Beleaguered by attacks from the Siamese and Majapahit, the last known ruler of Temasek, Iskandar Syah, fled from the settlement. Except for minimal portside activity, little was known of the island until the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819. The Malay locals who received Raffles pointed him to the hill they called Bukit Larangan, which means in Malay 'Forbidden Hill'. They were fearful of climbing the hill as they thought the palace of their ancestor kings had once stood there. Raffles had part of the hill cleared of jungle, revealing the ruins of ancient brick buildings, which gave support to the legends. Because of the beautiful view the hill commanded, Raffles chose to build his bungalow and to establish the first botanical garden here in 1822. Until mid-19th century, Singapore's governors were residents here; thus the epithet 'Government Hill'.
Around 1860, the colonial government turned the hill into a fort bearing the name of Viscount Charles John Canning, Governor-General and the first Viceroy of India. From that time until the 1970s, Fort Canning was used as a military base, first by the British, then by the Japanese during Second World War, and lastly by the Republic's armed forces. Once the forbidden hill of ancient Malay royalty and later the Far East Command Centre of the British, today's Fort Canning Park beckons visitors to a tranquil, green oasis. Capitalising on the rich historical assets of the old citadel, the National Parks Board has revitalised Fort Canning into a unique city park with many popular art performances, events and concerts to serve the populace of Singapore.
:D
Just a stone's throw away from one of the busiest shopping areas in Singapore is a cool, shady nature walk around a hill which has a history that goes back 700 years. Relax by taking a stroll through the park situated on the hill or immerse yourself in this tranquil green oasis while commuting from Orchard Road to the Civic District or the Singapore River.Steeped in history, Fort Canning Hill was once known as "Forbidden Hill". This is because Malays in the 19th century believed that it was the seat of royalty for rulers of Temasek (or "Sea Town", an old name for Singapore) in the 1300s. Later, Singapore's colonial leaders made their residences there, and the hill became a military base during the Second World War. Today, ancient relics dating back to the 14th century have been unearthed and the Fort Gate, remnant of the fortress built in the 1860s, is a reminder of Singapore's colonial past.
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Archaeological excavations prove the vitality of Fort Canning Hill's history as far back as the 14th century when it was the seat of the Malay Kingdom, Temasek. According to the Malay Annals, the site was chosen for settlement by Sri Tri Buana, ruler of Temasek and the one reputed to have seen the fabled lion for which he named the island 'Singapura' (Lion City).
Beleaguered by attacks from the Siamese and Majapahit, the last known ruler of Temasek, Iskandar Syah, fled from the settlement. Except for minimal portside activity, little was known of the island until the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819. The Malay locals who received Raffles pointed him to the hill they called Bukit Larangan, which means in Malay 'Forbidden Hill'. They were fearful of climbing the hill as they thought the palace of their ancestor kings had once stood there. Raffles had part of the hill cleared of jungle, revealing the ruins of ancient brick buildings, which gave support to the legends. Because of the beautiful view the hill commanded, Raffles chose to build his bungalow and to establish the first botanical garden here in 1822. Until mid-19th century, Singapore's governors were residents here; thus the epithet 'Government Hill'.
Around 1860, the colonial government turned the hill into a fort bearing the name of Viscount Charles John Canning, Governor-General and the first Viceroy of India. From that time until the 1970s, Fort Canning was used as a military base, first by the British, then by the Japanese during Second World War, and lastly by the Republic's armed forces. Once the forbidden hill of ancient Malay royalty and later the Far East Command Centre of the British, today's Fort Canning Park beckons visitors to a tranquil, green oasis. Capitalising on the rich historical assets of the old citadel, the National Parks Board has revitalised Fort Canning into a unique city park with many popular art performances, events and concerts to serve the populace of Singapore.
:D
Class SLP: Fort Canning and its attractions
14th Century Walk
Fort Canning is the most historic part of Singapore. Malay and Chinese historical records point to this hill as the centre of a kingdom that arose around AD1300. The royal palace of ancient Malay rulers probably stood on the summit of this once "Forbidden Hill". Begin your 14th century walk near the Keramat Iskandar Syah. Take a leisurely stroll back in time, to the era of the five kings and the golden age of 14th-century Singapore.
The Keramat Iskandar Syah
Meaning "a sacred place" in Malay, a Keramat is the traditional burial ground of a revered leader. It is uncertain who was buried here, though some people believe this to be the resting place of Iskandar Syah, a ruler of Temasek. A 14th century-styled Malay roof called a "pendopo", supported by twenty wooden pillars carved in a fighting cock motif of Javanese origin, shelters this structure.
The Archaeological Dig & Exhibition
Archaeological research at Fort Canning began in 1984. Thousands of artifacts have since been uncovered, confirming the historical significance of Fort Canning even before the arrival of the British in 1819. Most likely an area used by palace craftsmen manufacturing items of glass and gold in the past, the Archaeological Dig showcases an actual archaeological excavation site, the only such exhibition in modern Singapore.
The Parit Singapura
Ancient Malay and Chinese sources mentioned that Singapore had a moat and wall. It ran along the edge of a stream called "Fresh Water Stream", which was probably the Parit Singapura (Moat of Singapore). This has now completely disappeared. Part of the moat run up to the side of Fort Canning Hill, but whether this trench here is related to the ancient moat is not known with certainty.
The Singapore River
The western part of Fort Canning Hill offers some relaxing views of the Singapore River, the hub of trade for old Singapore. At the mouth of the river once stood the Singapore Stone (a fragment of which is now displayed at National Museum of Singapore). The Singapore Stone is linked to the story of the legendary 14th-century strongman, Badang. He is said to have thrown a stone from the audience hall of the king at Fort Canning Hill to the mouth of the Singapore River.
19th Century Walk
The 19th Century Walk links Fort Canning Park's key historic features which recaptures Singapore's first century. Begin your walk at Dobbie Rise, near the roundabout and information kiosk.
The Fort Gate
The Gate, the adjoining wall and the Sally Port are all that remain of the fortress which occupied this hill from 1861 to 1926 when it was demolished to make way for the reservoir. Some 400 coolies were mobilised in leveling 3 hectares of hilltop and constructing the elaborate fort complex of barrack blocks, hospital, gunpowder magazines and supporting artillery. In 1867, the fort had seven 68-pounder guns, eight 8-inch guns, two 13-inch mortars and some 14-pounder cannonades. A cannon was fired 3 times a day (at 5 a.m., 1 p.m. and 9 p.m.) in colonial times to announce the hour. Be sure to look behind the Fort Gate's massive wooden door for the narrow stairway leading to the roof.
Fort Canning Green
This used to be the old Christian Cemetery until 1865. The entrances to the cemetery are marked by gateways designed by Captain Charles Edward Faber, Superintending Engineer. The gateways are the earliest examples of work in Gothic Revival style to be introduced in Singapore. Pause for a moment and imagine the famous men and women who gave their lives to the young colony ... and the children who lost theirs, their short histories embedded in the walls that line the former cemetery.
The Spice Garden
This is the site of Raffles' original experimental and botanical garden, the brainchild of Nathaniel Wallich, a Dane who became superintendent of the Royal Gardens at Calcutta in 1815. He came to Singapore in 1882 and wrote to Raffles to recommend that a botanical and experimental garden be established.
Raffles Terrace
Raffles chose to build his bungalow here for the beautiful view it commanded, and the site served as residence for a long line of Governors. As you stroll along, imagine the superb view of the town below, bustling with horses and carriages, bullock carts, sailing vessels, and the vast panorama of harbour folk plying their wares back in 19th-century Singapore.
Battle Box
The Battle Box is located some 9 metres underground, in one of the bunkers in Fort Canning Park. It was the largest military operations complex in Singapore and was part of the Malaya Command Headquarters during World War II. The facility is now managed by The Legends Fort Canning Park.Through the use of specially arranged audio and video effects, high quality animatronics and specially crafted figurines, we bring visitors back to the morning of 15 February 1942, when the surrender decision was made by British Officers and Singapore fell to the Japanese. At the Battle Box, complete all recruitment procedures and an Orderly (Guide) will take you on a fully guided tour. Surrounded by bombing outside The Battle Box, you will walk through the complex and experience the recreated events in its various rooms.
ASEAN Sculpture Garden
These sculptures were created in 1981 for the ASEAN Sculptures Symposium in Singapore. As a symbol of ASEAN unity and cooperation, each member country - the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore - donated a sculpture to this garden in 1982. Brunei added its contribution in 1988 when it became an ASEAN member.
Fort Canning is the most historic part of Singapore. Malay and Chinese historical records point to this hill as the centre of a kingdom that arose around AD1300. The royal palace of ancient Malay rulers probably stood on the summit of this once "Forbidden Hill". Begin your 14th century walk near the Keramat Iskandar Syah. Take a leisurely stroll back in time, to the era of the five kings and the golden age of 14th-century Singapore.
The Keramat Iskandar Syah
Meaning "a sacred place" in Malay, a Keramat is the traditional burial ground of a revered leader. It is uncertain who was buried here, though some people believe this to be the resting place of Iskandar Syah, a ruler of Temasek. A 14th century-styled Malay roof called a "pendopo", supported by twenty wooden pillars carved in a fighting cock motif of Javanese origin, shelters this structure.
The Archaeological Dig & Exhibition
Archaeological research at Fort Canning began in 1984. Thousands of artifacts have since been uncovered, confirming the historical significance of Fort Canning even before the arrival of the British in 1819. Most likely an area used by palace craftsmen manufacturing items of glass and gold in the past, the Archaeological Dig showcases an actual archaeological excavation site, the only such exhibition in modern Singapore.
The Parit Singapura
Ancient Malay and Chinese sources mentioned that Singapore had a moat and wall. It ran along the edge of a stream called "Fresh Water Stream", which was probably the Parit Singapura (Moat of Singapore). This has now completely disappeared. Part of the moat run up to the side of Fort Canning Hill, but whether this trench here is related to the ancient moat is not known with certainty.
The Singapore River
The western part of Fort Canning Hill offers some relaxing views of the Singapore River, the hub of trade for old Singapore. At the mouth of the river once stood the Singapore Stone (a fragment of which is now displayed at National Museum of Singapore). The Singapore Stone is linked to the story of the legendary 14th-century strongman, Badang. He is said to have thrown a stone from the audience hall of the king at Fort Canning Hill to the mouth of the Singapore River.
19th Century Walk
The 19th Century Walk links Fort Canning Park's key historic features which recaptures Singapore's first century. Begin your walk at Dobbie Rise, near the roundabout and information kiosk.
The Fort Gate
The Gate, the adjoining wall and the Sally Port are all that remain of the fortress which occupied this hill from 1861 to 1926 when it was demolished to make way for the reservoir. Some 400 coolies were mobilised in leveling 3 hectares of hilltop and constructing the elaborate fort complex of barrack blocks, hospital, gunpowder magazines and supporting artillery. In 1867, the fort had seven 68-pounder guns, eight 8-inch guns, two 13-inch mortars and some 14-pounder cannonades. A cannon was fired 3 times a day (at 5 a.m., 1 p.m. and 9 p.m.) in colonial times to announce the hour. Be sure to look behind the Fort Gate's massive wooden door for the narrow stairway leading to the roof.
Fort Canning Green
This used to be the old Christian Cemetery until 1865. The entrances to the cemetery are marked by gateways designed by Captain Charles Edward Faber, Superintending Engineer. The gateways are the earliest examples of work in Gothic Revival style to be introduced in Singapore. Pause for a moment and imagine the famous men and women who gave their lives to the young colony ... and the children who lost theirs, their short histories embedded in the walls that line the former cemetery.
The Spice Garden
This is the site of Raffles' original experimental and botanical garden, the brainchild of Nathaniel Wallich, a Dane who became superintendent of the Royal Gardens at Calcutta in 1815. He came to Singapore in 1882 and wrote to Raffles to recommend that a botanical and experimental garden be established.
Raffles Terrace
Raffles chose to build his bungalow here for the beautiful view it commanded, and the site served as residence for a long line of Governors. As you stroll along, imagine the superb view of the town below, bustling with horses and carriages, bullock carts, sailing vessels, and the vast panorama of harbour folk plying their wares back in 19th-century Singapore.
Battle Box
The Battle Box is located some 9 metres underground, in one of the bunkers in Fort Canning Park. It was the largest military operations complex in Singapore and was part of the Malaya Command Headquarters during World War II. The facility is now managed by The Legends Fort Canning Park.Through the use of specially arranged audio and video effects, high quality animatronics and specially crafted figurines, we bring visitors back to the morning of 15 February 1942, when the surrender decision was made by British Officers and Singapore fell to the Japanese. At the Battle Box, complete all recruitment procedures and an Orderly (Guide) will take you on a fully guided tour. Surrounded by bombing outside The Battle Box, you will walk through the complex and experience the recreated events in its various rooms.
ASEAN Sculpture Garden
These sculptures were created in 1981 for the ASEAN Sculptures Symposium in Singapore. As a symbol of ASEAN unity and cooperation, each member country - the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore - donated a sculpture to this garden in 1982. Brunei added its contribution in 1988 when it became an ASEAN member.
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