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16 Dec (WED) - Educational Farm Tour

2009-09-30T14:25:00.002+08:00

email ipc_elise@ymail.com for registration.
First-come-first-served.
Limited seats left!!! =)

Dec 13 (Sunday) - Family excursion to Science Centre & Snow City

2009-09-30T12:02:00.005+08:00

THANK YOU FOR YOUR OVERWHELMING RESPONSE!

REGISTRATIONS HAVE CLOSED... FULL ALREADY!

THOSE WHO HAD REGISTERED WITH ME WILL RECEIVE NOTICE TO MAKE PAYMENT SOON.

THANK YOU,ONCE AGAIN... =)

AND SEE YA IN DEC!

"Pulau Ubin Get-Away"! - Aug 09

2009-07-09T13:27:00.003+08:00

Art Contest @ ISTANA - 2 Aug 2009

2009-07-09T11:18:00.002+08:00

There will be an art contest at the Istana on 2 Aug 2009.

Kg Chai Chee CC will be chartering a bus to bring families there!

Please contact Kg Chai Chee CC for details and registration NOW! Tel: 6241 9878
Free-of-charge!

Prizes and Door Gifts await YOU!

the ten commandments of marriage

2009-07-08T16:14:00.000+08:00

Commandment 1
Marriages are made in heaven. But so again, are thunder and lightning.

Commandment 2
If you want your wife to listen and pay strict attention to every word you say, talk in your sleep.

Commandment 3
Marriage is grand - and divorce is at least 100 grand!

Commandment 4
Married life is very frustrating! In the first year of marriage, the man speaks and the woman listens. In the second year, the woman speaks and the man listens. In the third year, they both speak and the neighbours listen.

Commandment 5
When a man opens the door of his car for his wife, you can be sure of one thing: Either the car is new or the wife is.

Commandment 6
Marriage is when a man and woman become as one; the trouble starts when they try to decide which one.

Commandment 7
Before marriage, a man will lie awake all night thinking about something you say. After marriage, he will fall asleep before you finish.

Commandment 8
Every man wants a wife who is beautiful, understanding, economical and a good cook. But the law allows only one wife.

Commandment 9
Marriage and love are purely matter of chemistry. That is why the wife treats the husband like toxic waste.

Commandment 10
A man is incomplete until he is married. After that, he is finished.

Archery Workshop and Bonding - June 2009

2009-05-24T11:46:00.004+08:00

Learn the art of Archery, and appreciate family bonding and fun.

Fusing Family, Fitness and Fun, this get-together will engage family members and encourage family bonding.

Contact Family Life Centre (the organiser) at 6846 2061/2062 during office hours, or email lifectre@singnet.com.sg.

Sand City - 13 June 2009 (Sat)

2009-05-06T11:35:00.007+08:00

Hey, if you're keen to come with us to the East Coast Park for Sand City, email me!

Learn sand-castle building and have fun with your kids and family members!

Cost : $2 per seat

Pick up from Kg Chai Chee CC at 2.30pm, and return to Kg Chai Chee CC..

email: ipc_elise@ymail.com for more info.

updated 26 May 2009: 20 seats left! =)

updated 28 May 2009: 10 seats left! =)

Sun. Sand. Sea. - here we come!

"Sentosa Family Get-Away" - 21 June 2009 (FULLY BOOKED)

2009-04-20T17:04:00.010+08:00

Due to overwhleming response, this event is fully booked!

~ Thank you for your support. ~

Hurray! June School Holidays is just 2 months away! And what's more, we're celebrating Fathers' Day!

We're planning a family get-away on 21 June 2009 (Sunday).

Cost only $15 (Adult) and $10 for Child below 12 yrs old, for
* 2-way transfers from Kg Chai Chee CC
* Sentosa Admission Fee
* Single entrance to Underwater World and Dolphin Lagoon
* Lunch

Email ipc_elise@ymail.com to indicate your interest now!

Limited Vacancies Only!

Skate and Skew - Family Inline Skating Workshop & BBQ

2009-01-06T15:40:00.010+08:00

(click on poster for viewing)

Right! We've had so much fun going to Pulau Ubin together, now let's learn a new sports together - inline skate!

There'll be inline skating instructors to conduct two lessons and we'll have a BBQ after the second lesson at the CC, how 'bout that?! =)

Yes, must register as a family! Kids must be above 5 yrs old to learn inline skating!
Married couples without kids may participate too!

Fee : $30 per person - includes 2 lessons, rental of skates, and BBQ.
Register before 21 february 2009 to receive a mystery gift! =)

Dates: 14, 21 march 2009 (Saturday)
Time: 14 March : 3pm - 5pm
On 21 March : 3pm - 5pm, followed by BBQ
Venue: Kg Chai Chee Community Centre
Address: 200, Bedok North Ave 1, Singapore (469752)

interested?? email : ipc_elise@ymail.com to indicate your interest, and I'll email you the registration form and instructions for payment.

Remember : Limited vacancies only! Don't wait. Have fun together.

Pulau Ubin - OBS - We had so much FUN!

2009-01-01T13:44:00.001+08:00

For those of you who have yet to catch the video slideshow of our beautiful photographs taken at the briefing and Pulau Ubin excursion...

visit Youtube NOW!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOIAsVB7MOw

Glad you all enjoyed! We, the organisers and helpers all had a most wonderful time too!

Yes, we will organise more of such family events, of course!

Keep a look-out at this blog, yah! =)

Keep in touch, and take care!

Remember: this event was organised by Family Life Centre & Kg Chai Chee CC WEC's Interactive-Parenting-Club (IPC), and supported by South East CDC.
brought to you by..... Kg Chai Chee Family Life Champion!

It's Christmas! Greetings from my gals!

2008-12-24T15:06:00.005+08:00

Briefing session before we set off to Pulau Ubin! - 6 Dec 08

2008-12-24T11:22:00.005+08:00

Keeping the marriage 'alive'

2008-11-19T13:55:00.006+08:00

had a conversation with a friend who thinks that her marriage is on the rocks... as things just don't seem to be the same anymore.

i've been thinking...how so often do we get so caught up in our 'rush-ian' schedule (everything rush rush...) that we very easily and often (may i add) neglect our spouse...?

do you still make an effort to cheer each other up? or remind each other to take things easy...? or even to ask how each other's day had been..? we ALL need the TLC. Tender Loving Care, that is. We strive to be good parents, fulfilling our multiple roles at work and at home, and it's just so easily that we take our marriage for granted! We always think that our spouse will be there, sleeping next to you, coming home right after work, to change the light bulb, fix the tap etc etc etc...

but, do we ask the question: are we also being a nice spouse? have we said 'I love you' today? did we even touch today? everyday passes so quickly, we forget the anniversaries, birthdays, special occassions.

do we also realise that the people our spouse sees more often everyday, is their colleagues and co-workers, or even their clients?

is it of any surprise that in this group of people that our spouse sees more often than he/she sees us, that there's someone that he/she feels closer to...

however, friends being friends. a married person does have the responsibility and commitment in a marriage to remain faithful and honour the spouse, no matter what.

therefore, it requires both parties to put in the effort to keep the marriage together.

it is just so natural to deny and even accuse the other party when things go wrong. i suppose, sometimes we just need to take a step back and reflect on what we could have done better.

would it be too much to ask for, if we could 'bite our tongue' and not jump the fire even when we have in our hands the so-called 'evidence'? why not work on the marriage and spend more quality time together, and get the kids involved to gel the bond better? children, in this case, can really do the most wonderful wonders!

keep the communication open. talk with each other. stop interrogating your spouse for something that will just become a vicous cycle of accussations. And, remember to resolve conflicts out of sight of the children. - golden rule.

"The most important thing about marital conflicts is not how to avoid them, but how to manage them."

Laughter and Humor - do you have them in the family?

2008-11-19T13:30:00.001+08:00

One of the great joys of marriage is the time that you, as a couple, spend laughing together and enjoying your sense of humor.

Here are the benefits of laughter and humor, and ways to increase laughter in your marriage.

Laughter is a marvelous gift. It releases chemicals in your brain which can enhance your day and reduce your stress.

Additionally, laughter and humor are vital to good health. Laughter is healthy for a marriage, both emotionally and physically.

Benefits of Laughter
· Reduction of stress and tension.
· Stimulation of your immune system.
· An increase of natural painkillers in your blood.
· A decrease in systemic inflammation.
· Reduction of your blood pressure.
· Lifts your spirits.
· Laughter and humor relieve tension, lift spirits, and bring couples closer together.
· Having a sense of humor as a couple can help keep your relationship fresh.

Ways to Increase Laughter in Your Lives
· Be aware of the humorous moments in each day.
· Make it a habit for everyone in your family to share at dinner something funny that happened to them.
· Take delight in comedies on television and at the movies.
· Watch classic funny movies and television shows.
· Share funny jokes and cartoons with each other.
· Create funny Halloween costumes as a couple.
· Reflect on funny times in your past together.

Together, work on building your sense of humor. Couples who can laugh at themselves or at their situation usually feel stronger when problems arise. Laughter can sometimes release negative tension both physically and psychologically.

[adapted from http://marriage.about.com/od/humor/qt/laughter.htm?nl=1]

Make a Tree ! - brought to you by the NLB

2008-11-05T11:47:00.004+08:00

Open to youths from 13-25 years old!

How does climate change affect the environment? Want to see the impact on trees close up? Imagine watching movies all the time and wondering how they are made.

Join us behind the scenes as we learn about the impact of climate change through tree replicas, a tree trail and learn about the works of filming on a visit to a one of Singapore's most established production houses!

ASPi stands for Aspirational Pathfinder and is an experiential programme. The objective of this programme is to take participants out of their usual areas of interest and bring them on diverse experiences. With these diverse experiences, participants will gain new insights and ideas to spur on learning.

This programme is held at Tampines Regional Library at 10am. Pick up point is available at National Library at Victoria Street (Bugis) on 8 November at 9.30am. We'll provide the necessary transport, tea and lunch.

Especially for youths, so join us if you are 13–25 years old. Registration is required.

To register, go to http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg/ or you can also register via our eKiosks!

~ This programme is brought to you by the National Library Board.

Genting Holiday for the family!

2008-10-17T10:32:00.003+08:00

We're organising a getaway to Genting in December 2008.

Cost :$150 (includes 26-seater VIP Coach and 2N hotel stay at First World Hotel)

Call Kg Chai Chee CC: 6241 9878 for enquiries and booking. Soon! =)

Family 'OBS' - Outdoor-Bonding-Symphony: Dec 08

2008-09-22T11:05:00.015+08:00

Hi you adventurous ones out there!

The long-awaited outdoor adventure to Pulau Ubin is finally scheduled in December!

The title of this event is called "Family Outdoor-Bonding-Symphony" (OBS in short), not that we're taking you to do Flying-Fox and all that at the Outward Bound School! For some of us, perhaps we'd always had the impressions that it's just so out of the way to visit Pulau Ubin and all that...

Anyway, I tell you, Pulau Ubin is still so beautiful and well-preserved. We'll also be having guides to bring us around the island and enlighten us on the culture and history etc, mostly in the comfort of an air-conditioned mini van. As we'll be walking on the board walks, i'm not sure if parents want to bring kids younger than 5 years old. We'll discuss further on 6 Dec at the briefing.

This event is open to members from Interactive Parenting Club (IPC) ONLY!
So, register as an IPC member now to enjoy the fun! (Just fill in a form at the CC, or email me for the form!)

There'll be a briefing that you have to attend at Kg Chai Chee CC on 6 Dec (Saturday, 10am - 1 pm... lunch is on the house!), and on 13 December 08 (Sat), we'll set off to Pulau Ubin island in a chartered bus to the jetty.

Itinerary will be disclosed at the briefing. hehe... suspenses leh! (But don't worry, there'll be minimal walking - we've rented vehicles on the island!)

And after the outing to Pulau Ubin, there'll be a 'Outdoor-Bonding-Symphony Flashback' back at the CC on 20 Dec 2008 to watch a video montage of all the photographs taken.

Summary:

Date (Day) .............. Time ......................... Venue

6 Dec 2008 (Sat) 。。。10am - 1pm 。。。 Kg Chai Chee CC - Lunch provided.

13 Dec 2008 (Sat) 。。。 8am - 2pm 。。。 Meet at CC, chartered bus to Jetty.

20 Dec 2008 (Sat) 。。。10am - 12noon 。。。Kg Chai Chee CC - Refreshments provided.

Fees? $15 for adult, $10 for Child below 12 yrs old. - for entire programme (3 sessions!)

For more details or registration, email: ipc_elise@yahoo.com.sg

Tel: 6846 2068

Limited to 20 family units only!

Registration forms for IPC membership (Free of charge!) and Family OBS are available from Kg Chai Chee CC (near Bedok Bus Interchange, contact tel: 6241 9878)

This programme is brought to you by FAMILY LIFE CENTRE (www.familylifectre.org) and co-organised by Kg Chai Chee CC Women's Executive Committee, and with the fantastic support from South East CDC - Family HUB.

Kids Colouring Contest - Racial Harmony Day

2008-07-22T11:25:00.003+08:00

Photos wil be uploaded soon! ~ thanks for your patience ~

I know you guys were so excited at the beautiful artwork your kids have completed! Congratulations to all winners and every child too! I took many many photos of the children deep in concentration while colouring! I am so impressed with the creativity and efforts of these kids!

Summer had great fun too! It was also a time for her to meet her ex-schoolmates from nursery too! haha...

Don't you agree that the performances by the Kg Chai Chee Chinese Orchestra was indeed captivating?!

Enjoyed the Murukku from the Indians, Tea-Appreciation demo from the Chinese, and the many childhood games and toys (5-stones, chapteh...) that the kids obviously got a thrill from!

It was a great turn-out indeed, with more than a hundred families participating last Sunday at the Kg Chai Chee CC Hall. IPC looks forward to our next gathering on 6th Sep (Sat).... watch out at this blog! hehe...

Racial Harmony Day - Kids Colouring Contest

2008-07-08T22:17:00.003+08:00

Family Life Champion Award Ceremony - 29 June '08

2008-07-08T21:54:00.006+08:00

On June 29, 2008, People's Association organised a Family Life Champion Award Ceremony, and I (representing Kampong Chai Chee) was honoured to receive the GOLD AWARD - Young Parents category. It was my pleasure to share the award with the student councillors of Bedok Green Secondary School, and Jaslyn, Tiem Hong (co-founder of IPC) and of course, Lynn - my beloved sister, who were invited to share my glory and blessing!

And a BIG thank you to Joan, Selena, Sophia, Yuen Yuen, Lisa, Boon Heng, Daphne and the many fellow-FLCs who had shown me great support and encouragement all this while! I'll strive to do better! Arigato! Xie xie~!

Enjoyed the Hossan Leong show at the ceremony - loved the Barry Manilow repertoire he performed!

Gosh, how I missed Copacabana, Mandy, I Write the Songs..... simply added to my joy! What a bonus! hehehe...

Amazing Family Race - amazed indeed!

2008-07-08T21:37:00.003+08:00

Before the program starts...

Part of the student councillors team from Bedok Green Secondary School! - Thank you for helping to organise the 'Amazing Family Race'!" Hmm... yah, towards left... yah yah.... way to go, girl!"
" Come, lemme show you.... this is the way we twist our hips! hehehe..."
Certificates of Participation + a Family Portrait

Laughter and Humor

2008-05-15T13:39:00.003+08:00

One of the great joys of marriage is the time that you, as a couple, spend laughing together and enjoying your sense of humor. Here are the benefits of laughter and humor, and ways to increase laughter in your marriage.
Laughter is a marvelous gift. It releases chemicals in your brain which can enhance your day and reduce your stress.
Additionally, laughter and humor are vital to good health. Laughter is healthy for a marriage, both emotionally and physically.

Benefits of Laughter

· Reduction of stress and tension.
· Stimulation of your immune system.
· An increase of natural painkillers in your blood.
· A decrease in systemic inflammation.
· Reduction of your blood pressure.
· Lifts your spirits.
· Laughter and humor relieve tension, lift spirits, and bring couples closer together.
· Having a sense of humor as a couple can help keep your relationship fresh.

Ways to Increase Laughter in Your Lives

· Be aware of the humorous moments in each day.
· Make it a habit for everyone in your family to share at dinner something funny that happened to them.
· Take delight in comedies on television and at the movies.
· Watch classic funny movies and television shows.
· Share funny jokes and cartoons with each other.
· Create funny Halloween costumes as a couple.
· Reflect on funny times in your past together.

Together, work on building your sense of humor. Couples who can laugh at themselves or at their situation usually feel stronger when problems arise. Laughter can sometimes release negative tension both physically and psychologically.

~ adapted from http://marriage.about.com/od/humor/qt/laughter.htm?nl=1

Dumpling-Making workshop 31 May 2008, 3-5pm

2008-05-12T13:55:00.003+08:00

Title of Activity : Dumpling-Making Workshop
Date: 31 May 2008 (Sat)
Time: 3pm- 5pm
Venue: Kg Chai Chee CC
Fee: $2 (passion card member) / $5 (NON-passion card member)
[it only costs $10 to sign up for a 3-year Passion Card Membership! - makes more economical sense! =p ]

Highlight: Learn how to wrap a Rice-Dumpling, and you get to bring home a Dumpling to savour in celebration of the traditional festival!

IPC tip: Sign up for both parent & child and have fun learning a new skill together, bonds are fostered! All IPC members who can make dumplings may get together and share our fruits of labour in a gathering! Yummy!

IPC on AsiaOne, & Do you have the P-factor??

2008-05-11T22:12:00.004+08:00

IPC was featured on AsiaOne website!

Click on the link below:
http://justwoman.asiaone.com/Just%2BWoman/Motherhood/Stories/Story/A1Story20080429-62393.html

It's the exact article on The New Paper on 28 April 2008.

Do let us have your feedback and comments on the IPC, ok! =p

We're constantly looking out for parents and like-minded people who would like to contribute to the well-being of our children and families in the community. So if you think you have the P-factor *, do feel free to contact us at the CC or email ipc_elise@yahoo.com.sg!

* P= P A S S I O N =p

Amazing Family Race - confirmed 22 June 2008

2008-05-08T14:02:00.005+08:00

hi hi!

We've decided to hold the Amazing Family Race on 22 June 2008 (Sunday).

We'll start at 9am instead of 8.30am. Venue is at the Kg Chai Chee CC.

Families are reminded to arrive punctually, and to wear same coloured top, ok!

We'll be taking family photos together, and a certificate will be presented to each family at the end of the event!

For those of you who have yet to sign up, please do so at the CC office, and you only need pay $10 / family if you belong to I.P.C. - so don't forget to tell our friendly CC staff that you ARE in I.P.C.! =p

C ya!
eLisE