Savour Arts and Culture at 5 ‘Palettes of Joy’ Festival Locations - PAssionArts Festival Programme Line-up for 27-28 July

Hi Huneybees,

Looking for activities to enjoy this weekend? Check out the PAssionArts Festival 2024, bringing a burst of arts, culture, performances, and workshops to the heartlands of Singapore. Dive into a world where food meets art at various locations across the island. Participate in hands-on craft activities and take photos alongside artistic visual displays and installations. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a food lover, or simply looking for a fun family outing, there's something for everyone.

Key highlights include Palettes of Joy at Toh Guan Park, organized by Bukit Batok East (BBE) Community Arts & Culture Clubs (CACC), where they will attempt to set a Singapore Book of Records for the largest display of food clay art models. For food-themed batik painting, Chinese calligraphy, and Wayang Kulit-making workshops, head to Punggol West CACC’s event.

Organized by the PAssionArts network of Community Arts and Culture Clubs (CACCs), this year's PAssionArts Festival 2024 theme, "Palettes of Joy," celebrates Singapore’s rich food culture through various art forms, connecting communities across 67 festival villages from July to September 2024.

Join in at any of these festival villages on 27-28 July (Sat-Sun) to celebrate the vibrant spirit of community, arts, and culture. 

Below are the details of the upcoming events:

PAssionArts Festival 2024 Nippon Natsu Matsuri
(Badminton Court behind Blk 950 Hougang St 91, Singapore 530950)
27 July 2024, 4pm – 6:30pm

Get a slice of Japanese culture with PAssionArts Festival in conjunction with Nippon Natsu Matsuri (Japanese Summer Festival). Engage in hands-on activities like Japanese Food Clay Art Keychain Making and explore cultural booths presented by Japanese Appreciation Clubs from NTU, SIM, SMU and Weiqi Association. Enjoy performances by the NUS Koto Group, NUS Japanese Music Club, SUTD Japanese Music Group, Mikazuki Traditional Dance Group, and Summer Japan Modern Dance.

Punggol West Racial Harmony Day in Conjunction with PassionArts Festival
Punggol Topaz Common Green 259C Punggol Topaz Common Green Singapore 823259
27 July 2024, 5:30pm – 8:30pm

In Punggol West, immerse yourself in food-themed Batik painting, Wayang Kulit making, and Chinese calligraphy. The evening will be filled with live band performances, providing a perfect backdrop for these engaging art activities.

Light Up Braddell Heights

Sports Arena beside Braddell Heights Community Centre (Old) Singapore 556129
27 July 2024, 6.30pm-9.30pm

Explore your creativity through various art activities: experiment using coffee pigments to create interesting sepia artwork effects, design and decorate custom coasters, try canvas artwork by personalising your own tote bag, and experiment with food stencilling techniques. Enjoy musical performances by the Open Score Project, a five-member syncretic music ensemble, and a symphonic band performance by Nanyang Junior College.

Palettes of Joy @ Heartland

Toh Guan Park, Beside Blk 287A Toh Guan Rd, Singapore 601287
27 July 2024, 7pm – 9.30pm

Bukit Batok East’s “Palettes of Joy” celebrates food and fruits through various creative and sustainable art forms. Participants can enjoy making hanging mobile art, folding paper origami, sculpting food-themed clay art, creating recycled art using bubble wrap painting, crocheting and participating in a fruit art-making family contest.

 

Witness the attempt to set a record in the Singapore Book of Records for the largest display of food clay art models and the "Gust of Sweet Harmony," a large visual display co-created by Artist Tay Swee Siong and residents. Be sure to catch the performances by local schools, residents, and the Bukit Batok Chinese Orchestra.

Sengkang West 18^th Anniversary in conjunction with PassionArts Festival 2024
Anchorvale Community Club Multi-purpose Hall and Open Plaza
59 Anchorvale Rd, Singapore 544965

28 July, 9am – 11am

Start the morning with various creative art activities showcasing different materials and techniques. Participants can create intricate designs with food-themed paper quilling using strips of coloured paper, design and print unique patterns on tiles with food-themed tile printing, and use vegetables as stamps to produce colourful paintings. Additionally, experiment with coffee pigments to create sepia-toned art through coffee printing.

 

Enjoy performances featuring dance, cajon, and K-pop dance. Don’t miss the chance to snap a photo at a mural painting art installation depicting the past, present, and future of Sengkang West, measuring 23ft by 12.5ft.

Hougang Harmony Fest PAssionArts Festival Village and Racial Harmony Celebration
Hougang CC Multipurpose Hall
35 Hougang Avenue 3, Singapore 538840

28 July, 10am – 1pm
 
PAssionArts Festival Village at Hougang CC is held in conjunction with Racial Harmony Celebration. Residents can explore various cultural crafts by participating at the art and craft booths. Jazz up jewellery with Indian Bangle art, explore printmaking on Chinese fans, and more. Be sure to taste something new as there will be a variety of traditional snacks to try, such as Putu Piring and Vadai, and cool off with a refreshing Cendol while watching various exciting performances. There will be a Best Dressed Contest, so do come in any of Singapore’s cultural outfits. Watch out for the Lucky Draw with prizes to be won, so be sure to join us!

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Legendary Dim Sum Icon Swee Choon Opens New Outlet at Anchorvale Village

Hi Huneybees,

Swee Choon Tim Sum, the venerable 63-year-old dim sum institution, is excited to announce the opening of its sixth outlet at Anchorvale Village #B1-06/07 in Sengkang. This expansion from its flagship Jalan Besar establishment marks an exciting milestone for the legendary brand, providing locals with a convenient location to indulge in culinary delights.

For over six decades, Swee Choon has epitomized artisanal dim sum in Singapore. With a team of 30 dedicated dim sum masters crafting each delicacy by hand, the restaurant has become a beloved destination for both locals and international visitors. Notably, Swee Choon has collaborated with the Singapore Tourism Board and JTB Singapore to introduce the tradition of dim sum to Japanese tourists.

The new Swee Choon outlet features a vibrant and welcoming ambiance, accommodating up to 40 diners in a relaxed café-style setting. Whether you're a resident of Sengkang or a dim sum enthusiast from elsewhere, this outlet is the perfect spot for family outings and gatherings.

Opening Promo

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our $2 each promotion at Anchorvale Village on 8th July, 1 Day only! Enjoy selected items including Hong Kong Milk Tea, Mee Suah Kueh, Pandan Bao, Century Egg Porridge, or Siew Mai. 

*Limit of one set per person, takeaway only. 

*Promo is from 9am - 8pm only.

Highlight: Newly Launched Hong Kong-style Signature BBQ Meats

In celebration of their new opening, Swee Choon is excited to introduce their Signature BBQ Meats, available exclusively at the Anchorvale Village outlet. Delight in the flavorful Soya Sauce Chicken, succulent Honey Char Siew, and crispy Roasted Pork. 

Signature BBQ Meats:

● Soya Sauce Chicken: $13 per plate, $19 for half chicken, $36 for whole chicken

● Honey Char Siew: $13.80 per plate

● Roasted Pork: $13.80 per plate

You can choose to pair these delectable meats with rice or noodles, making them a perfect choice for a satisfying family meal. These new additions perfectly complement our traditional and innovative dim sum offerings, providing a culinary experience not to be missed.

Under the visionary leadership of third-generation owner Ernest Ting, Swee Choon Tim Sum has embraced a digital transformation, enhancing its online menu and expanding delivery options. The restaurant's commitment to innovation is evident in its line of frozen dim sum, allowing food enthusiasts to savor these delights at home. With six outlets islandwide, including the new Anchorvale Village location, Swee Choon continues to redefine the dim sum experience. Now, you can enjoy the Swee Choon experience in the comfort of your home via Swee Choon's online delivery (islandwide delivery), GrabFood, Foodpanda, and Deliveroo (area delivery).

Operating hours for the new outlet are from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with the last order taken at 9:30 PM. Come experience the timeless flavors and innovative creations of Swee Choon Tim Sum at their newest location.

Swee Choon Tim Sum @ Anchorvale Village

Anchorvale Village, 339 Anchorvale Road,#B1-06/07, S540339

Grand Opening: 8th July 2024

Website: https://www.sweechoon.com/


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