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8 Family-Friendly Activities To Do From 13-19 June

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8 Family-Friendly Activities To Do From 13-19 June

What to look forward to in the coming week

by Jesslyn Lye  /   June 9, 2022

Credit: Otah & Friends and ArtScience Museum

It’s the third week of the June holidays! If you’re running out of ways to keep your little ones entertained, fret not. We’ve picked out eight of the most exciting activities taking place this coming week for some family-friendly fun.

Treat your little ones to a delectable kids afternoon tea at Intercontinental Singapore, or spend a morning playing with furry friends at a Doggie Detectives programme. There’s also a Kolam workshop to look forward to, and a show with Otah the Otter and friends at Gardens by the Bay. Plus, a slew of activities happening at our local museums that are not to be missed.

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8 Family-Friendly Activities To Do From 13-19 June
Monstrous Fun @ The Arts House
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Uncover a mysterious cave full of adorable little monsters and discover their treasure trove of stories in Monster Hunt, take part in a parent-child yoga session, or be enthralled by exciting and interactive storytelling sessions. There will also be craft activities, a photobooth, a book fair, and art tours of the Civic District in a vintage Vespa sidecar.

The three-day line-up of literary-based programmes include activities in English, Chinese, Malay, and Tamil.

Happening on 17 – 19 June 2022, at The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429. Both free and paid activities are available. Find out more here. 

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Kolam workshop
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During Deepavali and other celebratory festivals, you’ll see beautiful pieces of floor art adorning the entryways of homes. These artworks are called Kolam, which means ‘beauty’ in Tamil, and are made with coloured flour.

In this interactive, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to make your very own piece of Kolam art piece. Gain a deeper appreciation for the art form and culture as you try your hand at the art of Kolam.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult for this activity.

Happening on 16 – 17 June 2022, 2pm – 3pm. Priced at $5, the workshop will take place at Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery, 1 Engku Aman Turn, #01-05 Wisma Geylang Serai, Singapore 408528. Find out more and register here.

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Otah and Friends: Blast Off
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It’s build-a-rocket day at school for Otah the otter and Billy the hornbill! Help them assemble a rocket, unlock the launch control centre, and blast off into space.

Follow the adventures of Otah as he introduces you to new friends, takes you to different locations, and completes his missions. In this story-based attraction based on Singapore’s wildlife, you can look forward to imaginative storytelling, elaborate multi-room set designs, and original gameplay for the entire family to enjoy.

Happening on 14 – 26 June 2022. Tickets are priced at $24. Located at Garden by the Bay’s Cannonball Room (Beside Supertree Food Hall at Supertree Grove), 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953. Find out more and purchase your tickets here.

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Into the Night @ ACM
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Explore the Asian Civilisations Museum after night falls and you’ll find yourself experiencing stories and activities in a whole new light (pun intended).

Marvel at an interactive art installation, unleash your creativity in craft activities, and be entertained by exciting storytelling sessions. Also on is an interactive theatre performance where Salman, a 9th-century sailor from the Abbasid Caliphate, finds himself shipwrecked in a totally different space and time. Follow him through the hallways of the museum and be treated to music, songs, interactive storytelling, team-based games, and arts and crafts as he tries to return to his own time.

Happening on 3 – 26 June 2022, at the Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Pl, Singapore 179555. Admission is free, with some chargeable programmes. Find out more here. 

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Bucky in Space @ ArtScience Museum
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Bucky In Space combines two things that kids love: tabletop games, and space exploration.

A first-of-its-kind tabletop game, it teaches curious young adventurers about the architecture, art, science, and design of space exploration. The game is conducted as an immersive audio-visual-spatial learning experience, where your kids will develop their creativity and motor skills through 3D model-making. Through the game, they will also discover how space architecture contributes to the building of civilisation on other worlds such as the Moon and Mars.

This activity is recommended for children aged eight to 12.

Happening on 14 June 2022, 10.15am – 1.15pm. Priced at $68, the workshop will take place at the ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974. Find out more and register here.

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Doggie Detectives
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Animal-lovers can look forward to Animal-Assisted Interactions Singapore’s (AAISG) Doggie Detectives programme, where they’ll get to spend a morning with the dogs and their handlers.

Through fun and engaging activities with the friendly pups, kids will learn respect, kindness, and a sense of responsibility towards animals. Using inquiry-based and hands-on learning, they will also discover more about each of the AAISG dogs and their handlers. To mark the completion of the course, they’ll get to bring home a tote bag with a detective workbook, lanyard, stickers, and their very own Doggie Detective ID.

Happening on 18 June 2022, 10am – 11.30am. Priced at $51.35, the programme will take place at Ficus Green Lawn, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 1384 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, Singapore 618661. Find out more and register here.

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Kids Afternoon Tea @ Intercontinental Singapore
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For a special treat this June holiday, take your child to Intercontinental Singapore’s refreshed Kid’s Afternoon Tea: School Holiday Edition. Specially curated by Executive Pastry Chef Desmond Lee, the afternoon tea takes place at the charming centrepiece of the hotel, The Lobby Lounge.

Your kids will be delighted by the array of eye-catching and sumptuous afternoon tea delights, including the Dino Buddies with Mashed Potato Volcano, “Bear” Blueberries Macaron, Vanilla Bakes Cheesecake and Mango Lolli Cones. The treats are also infused with healthy ingredients, so you won’t have to worry too much about their snack intake.

At the same time, Intercontinental Singapore also has a Family Getaway package, which includes specially designed kids’ amenities including mini bathrobes, slippers and more. Amp up the experience with the Kids Theme Suite that comes with a king-sized bed. The adult’s room is also connected to an interactive kid’s zone featuring two custom-designed bunk beds with a slide,
engaging crawl spaces, a mini activity desk, and a kid’s tepee. You’ll also get a three-course prix-fixe dinner menu for two adults, one main course and ice cream of the day for two children (under 12 years).

The afternoon tea is on from June 1 – 30, 2022, 1pm – 3pm or 3.30pm – 5.30pm. Priced at $62+ onwards for for up to two children, inclusive of a hot or cold chocolate, strawberry or vanilla milkshake, and two colouring kits. Find out more here. 

The Family Getaway Package is priced from $580++ per night. Visit Intercontinental Singapore’s website for more information or bookings.

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Supreme Young Explorers 2022
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For some carnival fun, head down to Supreme Young Explorers 2022.

The theme this year is Hansel and Gretel, and kids can visit the five carnival stations – Into the Woods, Pebbles & Crumbs, Candy House, Home Sweet Home, and Treasure Hauls – for some educational fun. Upon completing all five stations, they’ll get to redeem a goodie bag as a reward.

There will also be various workshops taking place at the event, including DIY craft activities, a fingers DNA profiling test, and a Father’s Day show.

Happening on 18 – 19 and 25 – 26 June 2022, 10am – 9pm. Admission is free, with some chargeable activities. Prior registration is required. Located at Downtown East Begonia Pavilion, 1 Pasir Ris Cl, Singapore 519599. Find out more and register here.

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