August is quickly coming to an end, and we will soon enter the month of September where there is the dreaded one week school holiday from 2 to 10 September. You would probably want your child to study for the upcoming year-end examinations, but surely, there will be days where he or she needs a break! Spend quality time with your child in September with the below exciting events.
1. Sowing Room Pop-Up / Picnic Day at Plain Vanilla
Plain Vanilla is popular for sure! For those who are not aware, Plain Vanilla sells the most amazing cupcakes that you can ever have, and you really should try some if you are heading for this event. Sowing Room is a social enterprise that helps women who had been abused and those at risk. They teach these women sewing skills and pay them fair wages for their wares. In return, Sowing Room sells these at charity runs (such as this one) to raise money for these women. It is a great opportunity to teach your child compassion with the stories of these women. At the same time, it is a good way to bond over cupcakes! If you and your child have stories about abuse, it is a good chance to connect with the people at Sowing Room too.
When: 2 September
Venue: Plain Vanilla Bakery, 1D Yong Siak Street, Tiong Bahru Estate, Singapore 168641
2. Gallery Children’s Biennale – Poetry Performance
If you are looking to interest your child in arts and literature, look no future than the poetry performance by the students of Bukit Batok Secondary School. As a part of the Gallery Children’s Biennale, this performance will find these students reciting their poems and stories inscribed on flowers in “The Sonnet in Blue”. What’s better than a literacy experience? Admission is free!
When: 9 September
Venue: National Gallery Singapore, Supreme Court Wing, Level 3, Supreme Court Foyer
3. Children’s Disney and DreamWorks Delights
If poetry is not your thing, how about a day of Disney’s music? Hosted by West Symphonia, the Children’s Disney and DreamWorks Delights is the perfect event to unwind and spend quality time with your child at the Botanic Gardens for an afternoon of lovely music from your favourite Disney Classics. Bring along your picnic basket, a mat and your camera, and you will be all ready for a wonderful afternoon with your child.
When: 9 September
Venue: Singapore Botanic Gardens
4. Sands for Singapore Charity Festival 2017
This is yet another event to show your child how to give back to society. Organised by Marina Bay Sands, this is an annual charity event in which different games, runs and give-back sessions are held to give everyone a chance to donate to the charities in Singapore. What’s more, ticket proceeds from ArtScience Museum, Sands SkyPark Observation Deck, and Sampan Ride will be donated to local charities! This is the best way to enjoy quality time together and yet do good for the society. You can find out more about the different activities here.
When: 8 to 10 September
Venue: Marina Bay Sands
5. World Food Fair
For all the foodie parents and children, this is the best place to hang out together this September holidays. The World Food Fair is returning to Singapore for the 14th edition. Dive into a gastronomic heaven and stop counting your calories as you sample more than 200 local and international food and beverages. What’s the best part of this amazing deal? Admission is free!
When: 7 to 10 September
Venue: Singapore Expo Hall 5
