Our pick of exciting events from July 14

Angela Goh 14 Jul 2016

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STREAT 2016
When: 15 - 16 July
Where: Clifford Square, Fullerton Bay
Why: The annual STREAT event is back to fill your tummies with even more scruptious treats this weekend. This year, expect a stellar lineup of some of the best chefs and hawkers in Singapore heading the stalls at Clifford Square, from the likes of Candlenut to The Disgruntled Chef to Restaurant Ember. With more than 10 food stalls to choose from, this is one foodie fiesta not to be missed! And don’t forget to Instgram all your delectable eats and tag them with #STREATSG!
Photo: STREAT 2016 Facebook event
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Yoga + Brunch III: Fire Up Your Core at Gillman Barracks
When: Sunday, 17 July; 9 - 10am
Where: Red Baron - Gillman Barracks, Block 45 Malan Road
Why: Bring a mat, towel and bottle of water to this special yoga session, helmed by Link (Spice Sadhaka), and then stay on for a delicious post-yoga brunch served by the lovely people at Red Baron. If you’ve always wanted to access and energise the muscle groups in your core, there is no better way than to let Ling guide you. Check out the event page for more details!
Photo: Yoga + Brunch III: Fire Up Your Core at Gillman Barracks Facebook event
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TROPiCAL TeMPLE: Discotropic Edition
When: Friday, 15 July; 9:30pm - 3am
Where: Blue Jaz Cafe, 11 Bali Lane
Why: Blue Jaz Cafe will be hosting special guest AKIMBO (Discotropic/Tonal Unity) from Seoul and AKA Nez (Revision Music) at this Friday’s Tropical Temple sesh. Expect a rush of tempting bass beats, sizzling hot tropical rhythms, and a mishmash of the most energetic mix of African, Latin American and Caribbean tunes. Head down to Bali Lane after work this week and get your body moving!

Photo: TROPiCAL TeMPLE: Discotropic Edition Facebook event
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Snapshots of Heritage Exhibition & Prize Giving Ceremony
When: Saturday, 16 July; 2:30 - 4:30pm
Where: Capitol Piazza, 13 Stamford Road
Why: Whether you’ve entered the competition or not, you will get to see 100 entries from the recent “Snapshots of Heritage” contest exhibited in large print at Capitol Piazza’s Outdoor Plaza. The judges will be there to hand out prizes to all 18 winners, so if you’re a photography fan, you’ll want to head to this curation of snapshots to satisfy your curiosity!
Photo: Snapshots of Heritage Exhibition & Prize Giving Ceremony
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AMIEN X Miniature painting 3
When: Sunday, 17 July; 3 - 5pm
Where: 47A Dunlop Street
Why: Beginners in the world of painting can feel a little more at ease at this workshop. Instead of tackling a traditional large-scale canvas, this session allows you to work your magic over a smaller 8” x 8” space, making things much less daunting! Don’t worry if you’re just starting out - expert instructors will give you a chance to learn the basics of painting with acrylic, as well as help you to better grasp minute details.
Photo: AMIEN X Miniature Painting 3 Peatix event
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Disco Hue @ The Company of Cats
When: Friday, 15 July; 8 - 10pm
Where: The Company of Cats, 6B Mosque Street
Why: Like adorable cats and buzzing electro-pop? Get a little dose of both at The Company of Cats this Friday night. Singaporean 4-piece electronic-pop act Disco Hue will provide you with an aural experience filled with synth-tastic melodies and groovilicious bass lines. Get those feet tapping and your heart pumping before the week is out!
Photo: Disco Hue @ The Company of Cats Peatix event
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M∙A∙C Lightful C Quick Cushion Compact Demonstration
When: Saturday, 16 July; 2 - 3:30pm
Where: VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk
Why: M∙A∙C Cosmetics will be launching their new Lightful C SPF50/PA++++ Quick Finish Cushion Compact very soon, and what better way to test drive this innovative product than at an exclusive demonstration this Saturday at VivoCity! For quick touch-ups and a bright complexion just waiting to be complimented, you might want to see what all the hype is about regarding this new cushion compact.
Photo: M∙A∙C Lightful C Quick Finish Cushion Compact Demonstration Facebook event
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Basic Photography Workshop
When: Saturday, 16 July; 9am - 12:30pm
Where: NUS Shaw Foundation Alumni House
Why: Want to learn the basics of shutter speed, master the ISO and aperture functions on your camera, and figure out the best way to make the composition of your photographs more attractive? Take your DSLR for a test drive at this photography workshop, held at the NUS Shaw Foundation Alumni House. Expert instructors will help you out and give you excellent pointers on making your photos stand out.
Photo: Basic Photography Workshop Peatix event
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KPOP Dance Off, Vol 77
When: Friday, 15 July; 6:45 - 9:45pm
Where: *SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link #04-01
Why: An event made by K-pop fans for all the K-pop fans out there! While not a dance battle, this is one beat-dropping event that will be blasting tunes requested by the public on the event’s Facebook page - and everyone is invited to strut their stuff and show off their choreography knowledge, K-pop style! Meet fellow K-pop enthusiasts and dance the night away!
Photo: KPOP Dance Off, Vol 77 Facebook event
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POP UP YOGA- Marina Barrage
When: Saturday, 16 July; 8 - 9am
Where: Marina Barrage Green Roof, 6 Marina Gardens Drive
Why: Grab your online tickets to this yoga meet up, where you’ll find like-minded individuals with a love for health and wellness. If you have a penchant for yoga classes held in an unusual setting (in this case, at the Marina Barrage), join instructor Mun-Yi as she takes you through a rejuvenating and recharging session this Saturday.
Photo: POP UP YOGA: Marina Barrage Facebook event

If you think Singapore’s boring, think again. There’s a great line-up of events coming your way, from pop-up yoga to seriously good music.

Do you love to dance? Excellent! Calling all K-pop fans! Get down to *SCAPE this Friday and flaunt your choreography skills as you groove to your favourite Korean hits! If energetic K-pop is way too demanding on your body, sign up for a rejuvenating Saturday morning session of yoga atop the Marina Barrage roof and join a group of like-minded health and wellness enthusiasts as you stretch and meditate your blues away.

If you’re a foodie at heart, you won’t want to miss this year’s STREAT event at Clifford Square. Fill up your belly with lip-smacking dishes prepared by the best hawkers and chefs around town – you’ll definitely find something you like. And speaking of food, if you want some entertainment with your grub, head over to Blu Jaz Cafe on Bali Lane this Friday night, where you’ll be graced with a mashup of some great tropical beats, delivered to you fresh by AKIMBO (Discotropic/Tonal Unity) and AKA Nez (Revision Music).

You’ll find all this and more in the list above, so check out what’s hot and happening this week in sunny Singapore.

Angela Goh

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