Weekend planner: Other things to do this weekend
REMEMBERING MR. LEE KUAN YEW. The People’s Association will be putting up exhibition panels depicting Mr. Lee Kuan Yew’s legacy at three remembrance sites: outside Parliament House (along Singapore River towards the Asian Civilisations Museum), at Istana Park as well as Duxton Plain Park, from March 19 to 27. In addition, the National Library will also be putting up an exhibition on The Battle For Merger for visitors to gain insight into the challenges faced by our founding fathers. Level 7, Promenade at the National Library. Open until March 31.
REMEMBERING MR. LEE KUAN YEW. The People’s Association will be putting up exhibition panels depicting Mr. Lee Kuan Yew’s legacy at three remembrance sites: outside Parliament House (along Singapore River towards the Asian Civilisations Museum), at Istana Park as well as Duxton Plain Park, from March 19 to 27. In addition, the National Library will also be putting up an exhibition on The Battle For Merger for visitors to gain insight into the challenges faced by our founding fathers. Level 7, Promenade at the National Library. Open until March 31.
ST. PATRICK’S STREET FESTIVAL. Celebrate the popular festival with music performances, Irish cuisine and the traditional St. Patrick’s Day Parade. March 19 and 20, 2pm to 10pm, at the Singapore River. More information at: http://singapore-river.com/stpatricksday2016/.
SINGAPORE RESTAURANT WEEK. The 12th edition of Singapore Restaurant Week will feature more than 100 restaurants, including Long Chim, Salt Grill & Sky Bar and Bacchanalia. Until March 26. Reservations can be made on http://www.restaurantweek.sg.
GARDEN BEATS. Pack your picnic blanket for Garden Beats, which will feature an eclectic line-up of international and local DJs in a day out for lovers of electronic music. March 19 at Fort Canning Park. Tickets and information available at http://www.gardenbeats.com/.
THE OBSERVATORY’S ALBUM LAUNCH CONCERT. Local band The Observatory launches its latest record, August Is The Cruellest, with a concert at The Substation. March 19. Tickets available at http://cruelaugust.peatix.com/.
OH! POTONG PASIR. The sixth edition of the OH! Open House takes visitors to Potong Pasir, with artworks inspired by spaces in the area that no longer exist. March 19, 20, 26 and 27 in Potong Pasir. Tickets at S$25 from www.ohopenhouse.org.
DESIGN TRAILS 2016. Organised by DesignSingapore, Design Trails this year focuses on thoughtful products and experiences. March 19 and 20 at the National Design Centre. Free by registration. More information at https://www.facebook.com/events/234633980217444/.
MARRIAGE CONVENTION 2016. Families for Life organises the Marriage Convention 2016, featuring speeches by the likes of Dr Huang Wei-Jen, also known as Dr. Love. March 19 and 20 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. Tickets at S$12 per individual and S$16 per couple per session from SISTIC.
THE GREAT EGG-VENTURE. Touted as the biggest Easter fiesta, The Great Egg-Venture will give families an opportunities to go on an Easter egg hunt of 60 giant eggs, plus participate in egg painting workshops and weekly lucky draws. Until April 17 at Sentosa HarbourFront precinct. Free.
PASARBELLA POP MARKET. Shop local fashion labels and delicious food at PasarBella’s latest pop market. March 19 and 20 at 200 Turf Club Road. Free.
OPHELIA. Cake Theatrical Productions presents Ophelia, inspired by the tragic Shakespearean character. Ophelia will be held until March 19 at the Esplanade Theatre Studio. Tickets from S$35 available from SISTIC.
HEADS UP
SOLID GOLD NIGHT. Join your favourite 905FM DJs, Mike Kasem, Vernatta Lopez, Jamie Yeo, Mr X and Denise Tan, for a night of retro-hits. March 24 at Altimate@Level 61, 1-Altitude, 1 Raffles Place. Tickets at S$68 from SISTIC. For ages 21 and above.
REMEMBERING MR LEE KUAN YEW. The National Library will be presenting a curated book display of publications about or written by Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, as well as a showcase of tributes to our late Prime Minister presented by the Singapore Memory Project Both displays will run from March 23 to April 23. The National Museum of Singapore will also be showcasing a multimedia installation to mark the passing of Mr Lee, using images captured by photographers on the ground. The exhibition will run from March 23 to Oct 2.