[Review] PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure at Sands Theatre

Get ready for a PAW-some adventure! PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure is coming to life on stage at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands from 12 to 15 December. This is a fantastic show that's perfect for little fans of the popular animated series. Presented by Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group in association with Base Entertainment Asia, this action-packed, music-filled show is sure to deliver lots of great entertainment and fun to kids.

I remembered how fond my girl used to be of PAW Patrol when she was younger and would watch it almost every day, singing along to the opening tune. That's when I started watching with her and learned the tagline, "No job is too big, no pup is too small. PAW Patrol is on a roll!". I also know the different names of the pups and I'm amazed I still can remember them now. There's Chase the Police Pup who is always on the case, Skye the Aviation Pup who is my girl's favourite character, Zuma, Marshall and more. We also had a collection of the PAW Patrol mini figurines from the gashapon machine, except for Everest, which is super rare. 

I brought my girl along to the show with another mummy friend and her daughter, who is the same age as my girl. The show started with the introduction of Ryder and the pups, and the announcement that it's Pirate Day in Adventure Bay. 

Ryder and the PAW Patrol team are on a mission to rescue Cap'n Turbot from a mysterious cavern, and when they do, they discover a secret treasure map. Together with Ryder and the PAW Patrol team, we had to solve picture puzzles on the treasure map as the pups raced over land and sea to find the treasure for Mayor Goodway's celebration before Mayor Humdinger finds it first. 

 It was super cool when the pups made an appearance with their vehicles, and I could hear excitement from the crowd. 

This is one example of the Picture Puzzle we had to solve from the treasure map and the answer is Rainbow Tree! 

The show features lots of catchy songs, encourages the audiences to learn pirate catchphrases and towards the end, many stood up and danced along, including my girl. 

The show runs for approximately 90 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission. Plus, don't forget to check out the merchandise booth on site for some exciting PAW Patrol goodies! 

Although my girl said this is a show for baby (in her opinion, those below 7 years old are babies), I could tell she still enjoyed the show. It's nice to provide kids the opportunity to experience in-person theater shows like this. 

Ticketing Information

Performance Date: 12 to 15 December 2024

Performance Ticket Booking Links: 

Marina Bay Sands: https://www.marinabaysands.com/entertainment/shows/paw-patrol-live.html

SISTIC: https://www.sistic.com.sg/events/pawpatrol1224

Klook: https://www.klook.com/en-SG/activity/121748-paw-patrol-live-the-great-pirate-adventure/

UOB is the Official Bank Partner of PAW Patrol LIVE! "The Great Pirate Adventure, and all UOB Cardmembers in Singapore and the ASEAN region will enjoy a 15% discount on ticket prices for all categories. 

Keyed in CHEWYJAS3 on Klook for a 10% discount (new users) and 5% discount (existing users) with minimum spend SGD50, capped at SGD10. 

XOXO

[Event] SAFRA Choa Chu Kang Celebrates 1st Year Anniversary

 SAFRA opened its seventh and latest clubhouse, nestled within Choa Chu Kang Park, which was officially launched on 23 November 2023. It's been a year, and I hadn't visited SAFRA Choa Chu Kang, despite my hubby being a SAFRA member. When I found out they were having a one-year anniversary carnival, we headed down to check out SAFRA Choa Chu Kang. Ironically, my hubby wasn't even aware of the existence of this latest clubhouse. 

I did a pre-registration online for 2 tickets which entitled us to 4 carnival games, 4 carnival rides and 4 snacks and two goodie bags. 

We had lunch at Mr Teh Tarik Cartel, which serves halal tze char dishes. The portion was big, even though we ordered small for all the dishes. Afterward, my hubby and my girl went for a swim at the all-weather sheltered swimming pool. My only complaint was that only the main pool was sheltered, the baby pool and some of the seating areas were exposed to the rain. While some seating areas had giant umbrellas for shelter, we were still asked to move inside in case of lightning. I didn't go swimming, so I stayed at the seating area to look after our belongings. 

 

Every SAFRA member gets one change to join in the sure-win gashapon machine and we won a $10 SAFRA voucher! We played the carnival games and had some snacks. Afterward, hubby needed to leave, so my girl and I stayed on.  

My girl and I went to all the levels to uncover the hidden Santa stockings and we took part in an online quiz. After completing the online quiz with all the correct answers, we went back to the Customer Service Officers to receive a customized SAFRA 2025 table calendar. 

I also registered and paid for the Basic Food Photography workshop hosted by Joel, and our props were Chateraise desserts. My girl picked the strawberry cake and after taking some nice photos, we got to enjoy it too. Participants also received some vouchers, I used the $5 voucher for our dinner. For dinner, we ate at Ishiro Fusion Bowl at Food Paradise. The setting was lovely with mandopop playing in the background. Love the vibes. 

After dinner, we witnessed the Christmas lights-up ceremony and enjoyed the free-flow snow play accompanied by Christmas songs! Everybody loves it. We all got ourselves foamy and messy, but who cares? It was Singapore's snow without the cold! I think the snow lasted quite long, after the last segment which was a magic show and when we were heading home, it was still snowing. 

We spent the whole day at Safra Choa Chu Kang and it was great. We made our way to Choa Chu Kang bus interchange and my girl requested for a photo here. 

Sunday's breakfast was this edible cookie from The Bakers Formulae received after we completed a survey for this event, really smart of them to use M&Ms as the colouring. 

XOXO

[Event] Twinkle & Treats: A Sweet Pink Christmas Pop-Up by Plaza Singapura X Museum of Ice Cream

This festive season, Plaza Singapura and the Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) are set to bring a magical Pink Christmas experience for everyone. For the first time ever, a mesmerizing pink-themed lights show will take place across the 170-metre frontage of Plaza Singapura along Orchard Road, while the Museum of Ice Cream will unveil Singapore's largest ice-cream inspired igloo. Complementing these attractions will be a range of festive activities and workshops happening from 22 November to 25 December. Supported by Singapore Tourism Board (STB), this magical Christmas activation is set to bring excitement to Orchard Road, making it a top lifestyle destination and complementing other festivities in the area. 

Be captivated by a dazzling Christmas lights show happening every Friday to Sunday evening from 22nd November to 15th December, and every evening from 20th to 25th December. With three showtimes to choose from (7:30pm, 8:30pm and 9:30pm), you can catch the light show before or after dinner. End the night with a special touch: scan a QR code to project your festive wishes and greetings on the event grounds. Keep your eyes peeled for festive rewards codes during the scheduled light shows that can be used to redeem additional exclusive rewards

Chill out in Singapore's largest ice-cream inspired igloo, snap some beautiful photos and check out the fun activities inside. 

Kids are having so much fun at this Igloo Sprinkle Pool! When my girl entered, the first thing she did was jump into the sprinkle pool before checking out the rest of the activities inside. 

Capture perfect photos at this largest-than-life twinkling snow globe, located at the heart of the Igloo. Choose to stand behind the globe to create the illusion that you're inside, or stand in front for a different perspective. If you are game enough, you can also take videos of you dancing behind the globe. 

My girl joined in the Dessert Squishy Painting Workshop, where she painted a squishy donut. The staff helped dry it and packed it in a personalized gift bag. She named her ice cream 'Icena'. The dessert squishy painting workshop take place every Saturday and Sunday from 22 November to 25 December 2024, with sessions at 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm and 9pm. Each 20-minute session costs $15 per participant.  

We penned down our wishes and hung them on one of the Christmas trees in the magical Pinkmas forest. Afterwards, we indulged in the ice cream we picked. My girl had the rich and velvety Double Chocolate Ice Cream with Chocolate Fudge and Marshmallow, while I opted for the dairy-free Strawberry Sorbet with Gold Glitters for a refreshing flavour. The other two flavours we didn't choose were the Brown Butter Ice Cream with Pecan and Peppermint Chocolate Chip. 

We were very lucky as we spotted our favourite TikToker, RunnerKao, and my girl even took a photo with him! She also received a Christmas candy cane from the Gingerbread Man and took a photo with him. 

Snap and share your sweet moments on social media and tag @plazasingapura and @museumoficecream to redeem a FREE cup of ice cream. This is limited to the first 50 redemptions per light show (7:30pm, 8:30pm and 9.30pm) every Friday to Sunday. 

Stand a chance to win attractive prizes from the Pinkmas lucky draw. Simply input the code PINKMAS on the CapitaStar app (available on both iOS and Android) and you might be one of the five lucky winners to walk away with four annual passes to MOIC, worth $150!

Spread the festive cheer with your loved ones! Use the code GIFTNGLEE on the CapitaStar app and add an extra touch of merriment with the $5 Gift & Glee eVoucher, perfect for treating yourself or a loved one. 

From now till 27 December 2024, enjoy Christmas Rewards with MasterCard! Be among the first MasterCard shoppers to spend a minimum of $300 at Plaza Singapura to receive $30 worth of mall vouchers! 

Rounding up the festivities, shop and unlock up to $15 worth of eCapitaVouchers (valid at all CapitaLand malls) with a minimum spend on weekdays and stand to win 1 Million STAR$® on the CapitaStar app. 

Plaza Singapura's Pinkmas celebration was perfect for us to kick off the holiday season! We had a fantastic time hanging out and meeting some familiar faces. For more information, please visit Plaza Singapura's Official Website, or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

XOXO

[Event] Smart Home Tech Show 2024 @ Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre

Singapore's first ever Smart Home Tech Show is happening from now until 17 November 2024 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. Spanning over 11,000sqm and featuring over 150 popular brands, this event cater to tech enthusiasts, homeowners and bargain hunters. 

6 Tips to Maximising the Experience and Savings at the Smart Home Tech Show 2024

1. Secure Personalised Consultation with MÖWE for a fully integrated smart home set up. Join the Smart Home Tour for Insightful Inspiration. Reserve a spot and collect exclusive Goodie Bag worth over $100 upon completing the tour. Book slot at https://smarthometechshow.com.sg/show-highlights/#smart-home . BTO homeowners can also get an additional 5% discount on MÖWE special renovation packages available only at the show. 

2. Take advantage of $1 deals for products such as the EzViz eLife battery-powered camera, baby cam,  MÖWE Smart doorbell, and smart kettle, valued up to $250 (only 100 units available on 14-15 November 2024 and limited to one per customer). Find out more at https://smarthometechshow.com.sg/show-highlights/#one-deals. Enjoy Hossey Deals for daily flash deals featuring popular gadgets and smart home devices like Acer monitor 27", 16" smart stand fan, OSIM uMist aroma humidifier and more with discounts up to 70%. With only 300 units available each day, new deals will be released daily.  

3. Every attendee stands a chance to win prizes at the Sure-Win Draw to win prizes worth up to $300,000, including Eazea digital lock, Hisense Fridge, OSIM massage chairs, and Prism+ TVs, with no purchase required. Find out more at https://smarthometechshow.com.sg/show-highlights/#sure-win

4. Shoppers who spend $500 or more (accumulated within three same-day receipts) can redeem a $10 cash voucher for participating exhibitors, limited to the first 250 redemptions daily. All shoppers who spend $500 or more gain an entry in the lucky draw featuring popular tech gadget brands like Apple, Aftershock PC, Hisense, Mash and Nintendo. 

5. Visitors looking to upgrade while promoting sustainability can participate in the Trade-in Programme by exchanging old electronics, such as water purifiers with Ruhens, laptops or mobile phones with CR Group, air-conditioners with Best Tech, digital locks with Luxus, and massage chairs with OSIM, during the event to receive cash vouchers and discounts on energy-efficient smart home products. 

6. Head down early as the first 200 visitors each day will receive an exclusive goodie bag, filled with items such as MÖWE universal IR Remote Control, vouchers and more to maximise the savings at this Tech show.  

Plan your trip to the Smart Home Tech Show 2024 in advance to make the most out of it. Get ready to experience the future of home living and discover exciting new launches that will be showcased for the first time at the show with brands including ACER, Aftershock PC, Asus, Dreame, Dyson, Ergotune, Hashmeta AI, Ecovacs, Hinomi, Hisense, JBL, Keychron, Lenovo, LG, MÖWE, MSI, Ninja/Shark, Nintendo, OSIM, Prism+, Roborock, Samsung, Sky Creation, Smart Living Gallery, Singtel, Starhub, WiZ Lighting, Yu Home, and many more. Additionally, exclusive deals from popular names like Microsoft, and others will be available throughout the event. 

Smart Home Tech Show 2024

Date: 14 - 17 November 2024

Opening Hours: 11am - 9pm (Level 3) and 12pm - 9pm (Level 4, Halls 401 - 405) 

Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Level 3 & 4, Halls 401 to 405

Website: https://smarthometechshow.com.sg/

XOXO

[Event] Affordable Art Fair Singapore 15th Anniversary Edition

The Affordable Art Fair, held at the F1 Pit Building, marks a special milestone with its 15th anniversary in Singapore this year. This year's edition features a total lineup of 83 local and international galleries, including 19 new participants, with 91 Singapore-based artists. 

I managed to slot some free time to visit on the third day, and I brought my daughter along with me to browse and explore the different galleries. Here, I'm sharing some of the art pieces that I personally love. 

I thought the artwork on the left really matches my girl's outfit today, so here's a photo. On a side track, whenever my girl wears this dress, I will help her tie up two ponytails as it resembles Poppy in Poppy Playtime, according to her.

The best part of art is that there's no right or wrong in art. Art is a form of individual expression and a reflection of one's inner self. 

4 tips when it comes to buying art 

1. Trust your intuition.

2. Take photos of your favourite artwork and also the booth number and artwork label. 

3. Focus on how it makes you feel.

4. Have a budget in mind.

Special Projects

1. Moving Urban Landscape by Shin Yerin

A printed hanging installation, created using a 3D pen, combines art and technology to explore the cityscape and everyday life. 

2. Spirit of the Apple by Li Shudan

Featuring limited edition hand-carved camphor wood apple sculptures. For each apple sculpture sold, $10 will be contributed to supporting caregivers. 

Children's Art Studio by Art Wonderland and Republic Polytechnic

Themed '10,000 Leagues Below Singapore: Unveiling Hidden Treasures', here is where there's ongoing workshop targeted for kids. 

Love the bold and vibrant colours for these artwork.

An artwork that stands out by itself.

For the Sanrio fans.

Cute anime artwork, we love this and went to search for this Japanese artist on IG - kamisukimifu. 

Some of the many other artworks that caught our eyes too.

Exploring the Affordable Art Fair was a truly enriching experience. I felt inspired by the diverse array of art on display and I'm looking forward to next year's edition!

XOXO