Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Launch of Exhibition on Home Improvement Programme (HIP) for Blk 221, 222, 223, 225 and 226 on 27 Jan 2011

The exhibition/ polling was held from 27 to 31 Jan 2011 at Blk 225 void deck. The actual programme is scheduled to commence in the 1st quarter of 2011 if we were able to garner sufficient support at the poll. It is expected to finish in the 1st quarter of 2013. For details of the programme, please visit


A community event (live band performance, balloon sculpture show, free popcorn and candy floss etc) was organised on 27 Jan 2010 at 7pm to commemorate the official launch of the HIP Exhibition/ Polling.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Making Friends Forging Bonds


We welcome and support youths from any part of Singapore to come here to form interest groups of their choices. We want to create opportunity for them to lead and organise their activities so as to expand their circle of friends in the "real world" and to better understand our community.

Night Visit to Sentosa Resort World for Senior Citizens in Kebun Baru

The evening visit to RWS is specially organised for our resident above age 50 at a nominal fee of $2 per person (the usual admission fee is $9.50). We will provide free transport and refreshments.

About the 2 World-Class Attractions-
  • Valentino - Retrospective: Past/Present/Future
For the first time in Asia, Valentino Garavani's exhibition featuring sophisticated designs coveted by Hollywood celebrities and high society will be hosted at RWS.

  • Crane Dance - World's largest dancing animatronics
Crane dance is a waterfront, multimedia spectacle with light, laser, sound and fire. Recognised as a universal symbol of longevity, abundance and good luck, cranes serve as the inspiration to RWS's grand animatronics spectacle that reverences traditional Crane movements in a jubilant dance.

Tickets were fully sold within hours. We thank our residents for their interest and enthusiasm shown.

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Health Screening for Residents Above Age 50




A total of 108 residents above the age of 50 turned up for the health checks on 14 Nov 2010 at our Senior Citizens' Club situated at Blk 231. They were treated to Milo drinks and nutritious Oatmeal biscuits after their health checks. We measured their Body Mass Index (BMI) and took some blood samples for glucose and cholesterol level measurement at the laboratory. The test results were handed to the residents during a healthcare talk on 11 Dec 2010 at our Senior Citizens' clubhouse and light refreshments were served after the talk.




the usual queuing...







the muslim community support is strong...







our Adviser is still waiting for his turn to be eligible for this kind of health checks here...









one for the record...
the health talk after the health screening...

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Kebun Baru Senior Citizens' Sports Day



We encourage residents above age 50 to join us in this interesting and fun filling event to make more friends while exercising to keep fit.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Visit to Local Fish Farms for the Adults and Children



Date: 18 Dec 2010 (Saturday)

Time: 9.30am to 1pm (assemble at pick-up point between Blk 232 and 233 at 9am)

Fee: $6 per person

Closing Date for Registration: 12 Dec 2010

We will charter a 40 seaters bus to bring you to the Tropical Fish Paradise at Pasir Ris and then to "Mainland Tropical Fish Farm" for some lonkang fishing (suitable for children at $4 for half an hour session) or prawn fishing (for the adults at $15 for an hour session) or you can simply relax in a fish spa (at $10 for half an hour session). Residents who are keen to join us for the tour may email to kebunbarupalmview@gmail.com indicating your name and contact no. so that we can keep in touch with you. You may also book your ticket(s) at Kebun Baru Community Club. Each participant will be given a souvenir.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Our Community Garden

Our community garden situated between Blk 231 and 232 is undergoing some improvement works. We had put in place 4 permanent structures for hanging of festive lighting and decorations. We want to make it a nice place for residents to congregate, interact and share their experiences on gardening. Once completed, it would be a beautiful place not only for residents to meet up, but also a nice area for some photo sessions with family and friends.


The garden naming contest had attracted 17 participants by the end of Jan 2011. 3 winners (Ms Jocelia Tay, Mr. Jansen Tay and Mr. Joseph James Louis) were identified and invited to a festive dinner on 19 Feb 2011 to receive their prizes from our advisor, Mr. Inderjit Singh. The date of the official opening of the community garden will be announced in due course.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

House to House Visit by the Residents' Committee

Period: Dec 2010 to Jan 2011

The committee members will be conducting the visitation to:
  • gather feedbacks from residents
  • promote community activities
  • encourage active community involvement through participation and/or volunteerism

Our members will be wearing the Residents' Committee blue color China collar t/shirt with identification cards issued by the Peoples' Association. We look forward to seeing you.

Monday, November 8, 2010

My Neighbour, My Friend



Come and join us to get to know the community and make more friends from different ethnic groups. Tickets are available at Kebun Baru Community Club at $2 each.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Block Party for Blk 225 and 226


The party was held at the void deck of Blk 225 from 8 to 9.30pm on 19 Nov 2010. Performances by the children attracted a large enthusiastic crowd and their cameras. With their beautiful costumes, the little kids danced happily with cute expressions on their powdered faces. The crowd was impressed as they managed to pull off such a wonderful performance at such a young age.



the VIPs...(front row from left) Mr. Ang Gueh Kok, PBM, Chairman of Kebun Baru Palm View Senior Citizens' Club, Mr. Tan Ah Pek, BBM (L), Chairman of Kebun Baru Citizens' Consultative Committee, Miss Janet Ng, PBM, Vice-Chairman of Kebun Baru Palm View Residents' Committee, Mr. Robin Chua, BBM, Assistant Secretary of Kebun Baru Citizens' Consultative Committee, Mr. David Lee, Chairman of Kebun Baru Palm View Residents' Committee

Deepavali Celebration






We celebrated the Festival of Lights, Deepavali, on 27 Nov 2010 at the void deck of Blk 223. The area was beautifully decorated with mango leaves and flowers. Great Music, together with our traditional Indian dancers heightened the festive spirit. Special dance items put up by Jingle Land play group left a smile on every face. The lighting up of "Kuthuvilakku" by our Guest of Honour, Mr. Tan Ah Pek, BBM (L), Chairman of Kebun Baru Citizens' Consultative Committee marked the start to that evening's programme. The residents’ turnout was awesome and we were running short of seats. Among them were a few who were wheelchair bound. It touched our hearts to see that they came despite the inconvenience. Thank you. We estimated the crowd to be around 180. Small gifts and refreshments were provided.



Sunday, October 10, 2010

Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration On 24 Sep 2010


The event was held at the open concourse between Blk 230 and 231 from 7pm to 9.30pm. Many residents with children in tow joined our Guest of Honour, Mr. Inderjit Singh in this fun filling festive celebration.





The children especially enjoyed watching the magic show performed by Mr. Andy Ng. They never hesitated to volunteer themselves on stage to assist him in his performance. There were lots of cheering and laughter from the audients, adults and children alike.


The residents were also being entertained by other performances such as the Lion/Dragon dance, Ukelele and Guzheng play, Break dance and Myanmar traditional dance.


Competitive games were also played among residents of different races. We found the game played between a few family teams being the most meaningful one. Each team was made up of an adult and a child. They had one of their hand tied to each other. They then required to set-up/light-up the lanterns and complete a short distance race. It was the strong family bonding that brought about the unity and strength to win them the top prizes.







The snow-skin mooncake making demonstration and traditional Chinese tea art appreciation attracted many interest as well. There were enough candies, mooncakes and pomelos to go round as goodies for the residents. This is not possible without the generosity of our sponsors. We would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their support in making this occasion a memorable one for all of us.

our sponsor, Hoe Huat Fruits Trading
Our sponsor, Uncle Leong Seafood
Our sponsor, Blk 231 新中元会

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