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OH! initiates Hello, our very first fringe event to introduce the
people and stories of Joo Chiat. This neighbourhood has weird, wacky, wonderful
people who call it home. From transient workers and hip expatriates to longtime
residents. Some are old, some are new, but they all tell us important stories. Join
us for Hello, where Joo Chiaters of all stripes invite you into their private spaces for an intimate sharing.
The Asian Issue
29th March, 3PM, 45 minutes. Limited to 15 pax |
Free Admission
Why are so many of the style magazines in Singapore seemingly
obsessed with 16-year old Russian models? In the realm of fashion imagery,
Singapore seems to have forgotten itself. Wei Chun is a
creative director and fashion stylist who has been exploring Asian
identity in the context of magazine editorials. He talks about his work,
ideas on originality, and where we might be heading.
The Peranakan Kebaya
29th March, 4PM, 90 minutes. Limited to 12 pax |
Free Admission
As the last disciple of the celebrated
Kebaya tailor Mok Tai E, Heath Yeo still swears by the sunset skill of traditional handmade embroidery. Come join his specially
presented Kebaya exhibition — Sulam: Past, Present, Future. Heath will
give you an exclusive personal tour, explain his intricate
design process followed by an embroidery demonstration.
No Photoshop: An Alternative
Visual Reality
29th March, 4.30PM, 45 minutes. Limited to 15 pax |
Free Admission
Marcel
Heijnen is a visual artist, designer and musician who lives in Joo Chiat.
He uses photography as the main medium for his art. His works
exhibit dreamlike visions by presenting two realities – urban landscapes
and weathered walls – collapsed into one. Visit his shophouse/studio on
Everitt Road for a chitchat session over photographs and tea.
Who's Uncle Yong Huat?
29th March, 5PM, 30 minutes. Limited to 10 pax |
Free Admission
If you love
prawn mee, hokkien mee and all the mee in the world, then it is time for
you to meet the man behind the famous wok! Uncle Yong Huat has been running
the stall, at that very same spot, since 1949. It will be a casual lim
kopi session, Joo Chiat style! P.S: If he shares with you his secret
hokkien mee recipe, you should really let us know.
Kim Choo’s Peranakan Tour
29th March, 5.30PM, 60 minutes. Limited to 15 pax |
Free Admission
The famous
Kim Choo Nyonya Rice Dumplings have been the mainstay in Singapore's
diverse epicurean tapestry since the year 1945. Join us for a personal tour
of their in-house gallery that showcases everything Peranakan. You may
also get to sample their Mini Nyonya Rice Dumplings, Nine-Layer Kueh &
Mini Otah, and have hands-on experience learning to wrap a rice
dumpling! (Spoiler: It is harder and stickier than you think).
Yak! A Singapore collector
talks about his favourite Artists, and the need to buy Art.
29th March 2015, 6PM, 45 minutes. Limited to 5 pax
| Free Admission
What is the
role of art in your personal life? How about its role in society? This Art
Collector believes that Art can, will and should help individuals
and society feel its way around difficult issues. He warmly invites
you into his home-slash-art-space to discuss art (that's always fun) and
the intersection of art and ideas. Join us for an evening of coffee,
art and pseudo-philosophising.
Flower Power : Local meanings and
local flowers
29th March 2015, 6.30PM, 60 minutes. Limited to 10
pax | $25 for materials
Join us for a
one-off flower appreciation session lead by Stephanie Hiew to re-define
the meanings of local flowers that we encounter in our everyday lives:
a yellow, cheerful chrysanthemum can be so much more than a religious
offering. William, an old boy of the neighbourhood, is the owner of this
flower boutique. “It’s time to make space in our everyday lives for the
beauty of flowers.” He believes in flowers and romance. Do you?
Meet Aletheia at No Man's Land
GETTING THERE: Do not
drive. Parking for visitors is non-existent. Please take public
transport.LATE POLICY: If you sign up
for a Hello Joo Chiat session, you should arrive at
least fifteen (15) minutes prior to the start of the session.
Respect your fellow session mates. Respect the Joo Chiaters who are opening
their homes up to you. Be on time. Latecomers will strictly not be
entertained and someone else will take your place.LANGUAGE: Hello Joo Chiat will
be conducted in Singlish, like, kind of.
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