Activities to rejuvenate yourself in the second quarter of 2017

Most of us look forward to the year-end because that is when everyone starts winding down for the festive season and families go on vacations. The wait for December to come, however, always seem too long and we all deserve to break away from our daily routines now and then to recharge.

Well, the good news is there are many activities all year round in Singapore that can help you can look forward to, and  here are five family-friendly activities you can participate from April to June 2017 that are healthy for the body, calming for the soul, and inspiring for the mind.

Working out alone can be a tiring and uninspiring process. Fitness Fest is where you can meet other health enthusiasts, keep yourself motivated and find a new exercise routine to add some diversity to your workouts.

Break a sweat with mass workouts by famous instructors such as the Cassey Ho, the founder of Blogilates YouTube channel. Try out HIIT boot camps, yoga, pilates, Muay Thai, crossfit and even parkour. (If you don’t know what some of these are, then you will be in for a treat at this event.)

Getting a day pass allows you to participate in mass workouts, access healthy living workshops and receive a goodie bag with interesting fitness products. Bring your children along for the Kids Yoga and Smarty Pilates. Afterall, healthy living is a habit cultivated from young.

The fest will also see an array of fitness and health products on display to add variety and fun to your fitness regime.

Date: 20 and 21 May 2017 (Sat, Sun)

Time: Full day

Venue: Bayfront Event Space

Price:

1 Day Pass (early bird): $59

2 Day Pass (Early bird): $89

For more info:

http://fitnessfest.sg/

If there’s one thing Singaporeans love more than food, it’s queuing for food, from a famous or new eatery. What better way to enjoy a day out with friends and/or family trying an interesting or new cuisine together. As the saying goes, a family that eats together stays together.

Foodies are bound to be intrigued by this one-of-its-kind annual event started in 2012. It has gained a large following over the years by bringing in Michelin-starred chefs to prepare delicacies alongside our local chefs. Part one of the three part Savour Food Festival is the Savour Gourmet this coming May.

Look forward to sampling the Over-baked Sicilian Red Prawns, Foie-ffle (Corn Waffle with Foie Gras Butter, Orange Blossom, Golden Syrup) and the Siew Yoke Umami Rice. Another must-get is the fairytale purple Lavender Soft Serve.

Apart from the great food, you also get to meet celebrity chefs such as the “The Demon Chef” Alvin Leung from Hong Kong’s Bo Innovation and Chef Pang Kok Keong from Antionette (famous for his matcha lava croissant). You can also bring home some of the gourmet food from the renowned Jasons Gourmet Market as well.

If you’re worried that this sounds like an unaffordable or luxurious experience, fret not! Unlike in previous years, entrance is free. You only pay for the dishes you want to try, priced reasonably between $6 and $12 each (bearing in mind who are cooking them for you).

Date: 12-15 May 2017 (Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon)

Time: Evening

Venue: Bayfront Avenue

Price:

Entrance is free

Food priced at $6 - $12

For more info:

http://www.yoursingapore.com/festivals-events-singapore/annual-highlights/savour.html

Music has an inexplicable impact on people’s lives. Although hard to scientifically quantify, many research and hypotheses repeatedly point to its ability to influence cognitive functions in unborn children, young children and even the elderly. Depending on the type of music, it can also have both calming effects on people or stimulate strong emotions.

Looking for music that appeals to everyone in the family? Piano might be the answer. The 24^th Singapore International Piano Festival presents Fantasies & Memories, a concert that brings together the best piano pieces for a calming evening.

Look forward to hearing from four internationally renowned virtuoso pianists, Joseph Moog, Wong Chiyan, Hüseyin Sermet and Stephen Kovacevich, as they interpret every piece with their own imagination and reinvent traditional works.

At only S$10 for Students, Senior Citizens (55 yrs old & above) and NSFs, it will provide an inexpensive way for families and many groups of people to appreciate music. Note, however, that children below 6 years old are not allowed to enter.

Dates: 1 – 4 June 2017 (Thu – Sun)
Time: 1-4 June: 7.30pm; 4 June: 4pm & 7.30pm
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Price: $10 - $90. Refer to Sistic Website for discounts and seating arrangements.

For more info:

https://www.facebook.com/sgpianofest/

http://www.sistic.com.sg/events/piano0617

In this fast paced Singapore, it’s easy to let the little things in life pass you by. Remember to take time off your hectic schedules to spend quality time with your family and on your hobbies.

By experiencing life, you’ll be more aware of everything that’s around you, as well as rejuvenated to take on new challenges. This will also help you work better and become more knowledgeable.