Workshops

Presented by Speak Good English Movement, supported by NLB

13 & 14 July 2024, 11am (40 mins per session)
Tampines Regional Library
Free with pre-registration

Suitable for parents with children aged 5 – 10 years old. The storytelling is conducted in English. 

The Brilliant Oil Lamp (Sat)

Join Asha and her friends from The Amazing Sarong and The Incredible Basket, as she moves from her cosy shophouse to a housing estate in Toa Payoh. The buildings are tall, the apartments are new. Asha's home even has electric lights! Suddenly, the power is cut, and everything goes dark. But Asha has an idea—why not share the lamp's light with their new neighbours? Join Hong Shin as he reads aloud the third book from the Heritage Picture Book Series. 

The Marvellous Sugee Cake (Sun)

Simon’s family always makes sugee cake on special occasions. And today is one of those days. It’s Simon’s seventh birthday! He can’t wait to bite into a slice. But when Simon sits down to enjoy his treat, things don’t go as planned. Or so it seems, for unbeknown to Simon, his friends and family have been planning a birthday surprise for him — one that involves a marvellous sugee cake! Join Hong Shin as he reads aloud the fourth and last book from the Heritage Picture Book Series.

Presented by Speak Mandarin Campaign, supported by NLB

13 & 14 July 2024
2pm (Sat), 4pm (Sun) (40 mins per session)
Tampines Regional Library
Free with pre-registration

Suitable for parents with children aged 5 – 10 years old. The storytelling is conducted in English & Mandarin. 

A Day in the Kampung 

This paper-folding story will transport our Singapore children to the kampung life in the old days. Lily will take us on a journey of simplicity and curiosity. Many of us started with humble beginnings, didn't we?

Presented by Malay Language Council Singapore, supported by NLB

13 & 14 July 2024
3pm (40 mins per session)
Tampines Regional Library
Free with pre-registration

Suitable for parents with children aged 5 – 10 years old. The storytelling is conducted in English & Malay. 

Balas Budi Si Gadis Bangau

Long ago, on the island of Sumatra near the city of Palembang, there lived a childless old couple - Pak Banar and Mak Uli. One day, Banar came across an injured crane while he was on his way to fish at sea. He took in the crane and cared for it until it could fly again. Shortly after the crane left, a beautiful young lady by the name of Kinantan, showed up at their doorstep. The couple took her in and cared for her like their own daughter. Little did they expect that Kinantan was a skilled songket weaver and her skills proved to be useful when the couple fell on hard times. Pak Banar was unable to go out to sea during the monsoon season and luckily, with Kinantan's songket, they managed to sell it at the market and got some money to sustain them. Kinantan continued to weave songket for the couple but there was 1 condition: they are not allowed to peep inside her room while she was weaving. Eventually, curiosity got the better of them and they found out that Kinantan was actually the same crane that they had saved and cared for. Since they had broken the rule/condition, tearfully, the crane gave her final songket weaving to the couple, bid goodbye and flew away.

Presented by Tamil Language Council, supported by NLB

13 & 14 July 2024
4pm (Sat), 2pm (Sun) (40 mins per session)
Tampines Regional Library
Free with pre-registration

Suitable for parents with children aged 5 – 10 years old. The storytelling is conducted in English & Tamil. 

The Boy Who Wanted a Drum

A mother wishes to purchase a drum for her son but lacks the funds to do so. Her son, who is both helpful and kind, uses his limited resources to assist others. Ultimately, his actions lead to him receiving the very drum he had wanted. 

Chicken Biryani Cooking Demo (10am – 12pm)
Chicken Biryani, a beloved Indian dish, features basmati rice layered over tender chicken, infused with an array of spices, herbs, and occasionally vegetables. Celebrated for its rich, aromatic flavours and vibrant colours, this dish's preparation and taste vary across India, often served as a main course during special occasions, cherished for its savoury taste and cultural significance.

Chicken Rendang Cooking Demo (2pm – 4pm)
Chicken Rendang is a cherished symbol of Malay culture, representing tradition, community, and prosperity. Join our authentic Chicken Rendang cooking class to experience these time-honoured flavours firsthand and learn the art of preparing this culinary treasure. Discover the generations-old techniques and ingredients that make Chicken Rendang a beloved dish and immerse yourself in the rich cultural significance of this traditional Malay delicacy.

Steamed Chicken Rice Cooking Demo (10am – 12pm)
Steamed Chicken Rice, a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, is renowned for its savoury taste, combining tender chicken with fragrant, flavorful rice cooked in chicken broth. Its simplicity and versatility charm many, complemented by various sauces and accompaniments. Come and learn the secrets to mastering this beloved Chinese delicacy firsthand from the chef!

Devil’s Curry Cooking Demo (2pm – 4pm)
Devil's Curry is a spicy and tangy dish originating from the Eurasian community in Malaysia and Singapore. Characterized by its vibrant red color and bold flavors, it reflects the diverse heritage of the community and is enjoyed during festive occasions, symbolizing cultural fusion and culinary creativity.