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2/7/0911.00 am - 3.00 pmChinese New Year LunchMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoUsher in the Year of the Ram with a delicious buffet spread, children arts competition, raffle, Lion Dance and Shao Lin Kung Fu (Wushu) performances.$25/$30 (adult) $10 (child)http://fspv.smugmug.com/share/3tYDfmgs9ijEY (pwd SABA_CNY09)120~10?YESSGC OWNSABA, SingaporeConnect
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2/21/094.30 am - 8.30 pmSki/Snowboarding TripMeet at SF or San Mateo, ski at Kirkwood, TahoeLearn to ski in a resort acclaimed as the top-10 place for beginners, or hit the multitude of slopes in this winter wonderland. Ended with a well-deserved dinner at San Mateo.$90 (a little more for lessons)http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=540231768782612??YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect (via NACSKI)
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3/5/096.30 pm - 8.30 pmThink Red DotPlug N Play Tech Center, SunnyvaleProfessional networking and career development session on opportunities in Singapore (aka the Red Dot). Presentations from ContactSingapore (Careers@Singapore opportunities), IDA Singapore (IT Startup Companies Attraction), and NUS Extension and Singapore Tourist Board (Singapore Education - Available programmes for adults and children)Free (pre-register), $10 (drop-in)http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=560539634439015??YESSGC SHARE CSNUS EX, SingaporeConnect, ContactSingapore
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3/21/0910.00 am - 6.00 pmChocolate Tasting (all you can taste)SF Chocolate Salon, Fort Mason Center Herbst PavilionThe premier chocolate show on the West Coast takes place this Spring at the 3rd Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON. If you like chocolate, what else is there to say? http://www.sfchocolatesalon.com/$20 (regular), $25 (at-door)http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=6949452376485?YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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3/22/0912.00 pm - 4.00 pmCurry and Chili Crabs Potluck and gamesJasmin’s House, San JoseShare your cooking skills, feast in the crabs, delight your friends, test your descriptive powers at a game of Pictionary. Bring-your-own-potluckhttp://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=688254928455035?YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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4/11/093.00 pm - 8.00 pmGo-Kart RacingGoKart Racer, MillbraeFeel the need for speed? Race your fellow drivers in low-slung go-karts for the fastest laps. http://www.gokartracer.com/http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=70003032078100YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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4/24/097.00 pm - 9.00 pmIt’s just DinnerThanh Long Restaurant, SFA casual way to meet with one another over dinner after work, for those in the SF area. http://www.yelp.com/biz/thanh-long-san-franciscoNOSingaporeConnect
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TBD10:00 am - 11.30 amSingapore Education Networking SessionMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoNetworking session to promote Singapore Education and Summer Programme, educational products for school age children created by a Singapore-based startup, Singapore costume jewellers in the Bay AreaNOIsabelle Lee
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5/??EveningGIC talk on current economic climate in South East AsiaTBDWe are thinking about a speaker session with a distinguished person from GIC to talk about the current economic climate in South East Asia.NOSABA, SingaporeConnect
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5/31/0911.00 am - 4.00 pmSpring Picnic and Fun GamesShoreline Park, Mountain ViewPotluck and games (Volleyball, Frisbee, Watermelon eating) in the sun by the scenic Shoreline Lake side.Bring-your-own-potluckhttp://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10085352641750?35?YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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6/21/096.00 pm - 10.00 pmPhoto Sharing SessionPlug N Play Tech Center, SunnyvaleShare your best photos, ask others about theirs. Informal slideshow with light refreshments.Free62YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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6/27/0910.00 am - 4.00 pmASEAN Games and PicnicRoble Field, Stanford UniversityFor the fit and competitive, there’s soccer and volleyball. For fun and laughs, there’re the telematches. Or come cheer the competitors amid food items from South East Sea. $10 (early-bird), $12http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=9550969361427012?YESSGC JOINTMPBA, BPA, IPA, SingaporeConnect, S@S, NUSEA
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7/20/095.00 pm - 8.00 pmFinancial Insights@SingaporeWeb seminarContact Singapore and the Singapore Management University
invite you to a panel discussion on the financial economy of Singapore.		NANAYESCSContactSingapore, SMU
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7/25/097.30 am - 10.00 amHorseridingSeahorse RanchCommune with nature with SingaporeConnect on a relaxing ride along the coast from high up on a mild horse.$45115?YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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8/9/0910.00 am - 2.00 pmPam and Desmond National Day PotluckShoreline Park, Mountain ViewPotluck with Singapore flags at Shoreline Park.Bring-your-own-potluckhttp://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=291312&id=5773056407040?YESSGC OWNPam Khoo and Desmond Tan
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8/13/0912.00 pm - 3.00 pmNetworking SocialSunnyvaleSeries of coming to America tips with the new NUSEA students, followed by dinner.Freehttp://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=293338&id=577305640354?YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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8/14/096.30 pm - 8.30 pmNational Day CelebrationsSofitel Hotel, Redwood CityThe Singapore Consulate General in San Francisco is hosting a reception for overseas Singaporeans to celebrate Singapore's 44th National Day.  We would like to invite you to join us in this celebration.  The reception will take place on Friday, 14 August 2009, from 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm at Sofitel in Redwood City. Free45030?YESSGC SHARE CGSingapore Consulate
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8/15/097.30 PM - 9.00 PMHappening Dinner with MediaCorpStraits Café, Santana RowA light party for 8 young professionals at the best seats, with MediaCorp star Fiona Xie hosting and filmed. Freehttp://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?oid=249043085156&view=all73YESSGC JOINTSingaporeConnect
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8/16/099.00 AM - 2.00 PMFood Spectacular Potluck with MediacorpBen Khoo's House, Oakland4 cooks, 2 assistants, and 18 eaters make for a merry and chereographed potluck filmed by MediaCorp.Freehttp://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?oid=116675169090&view=all2418YESSGC JOINTSingaporeConnect
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8/21/096.30 pm - 9.30 pmRock ClimbingPlanet GraniteIndoor rock climbing followed by dinner$17-$23?0YESSGC OWNNUSEA
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9/14/097.30 pm - 10.00 pmRecital of French mélodieSJSU, Concert HallSingaporean soprano performs a song of a great story.Free??YESSGC VISITJennifer Lien
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9/20/099.00 am - 1.00 pmBay Area Car RallyBay Area (Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Los Altos)Go on a treasure hunt around the Bay Area in car-sized teams with clues, hints, and more. Free (pay for your own dinner afterwards)1510YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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9/24/096.00 pm - 8.30 pmDisaster Preparedness BriefingAmerican Red Cross, OaklandThe Singapore Consulate General in San Francisco and the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter would like to invite Singaporeans and their family members to a briefing on disaster preparedness on September 24, 2009.Free??YESSGC SHARE CGSingapore Consulate
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9/26/091.00 pm - 4.30 pmInvesting Your Way to Financial FreedomStanford University, Lane History CornerThis event is a valuable learning experience for anyone interested in protecting portfolio from a Bear Market.Early Bird $10/$12/$18 (member, affiliate, non-member), Regular$14/16/22356YESSGC SHAREIPA
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9/30/096.30 pm - 8.30 pmNUSEA Entrepreneurship Talk Why Open Innovation Matters?PnP Tech Center, SunnyvaleStefan Lindegaard is a well renowned speaker, network facilitator and strategic advisor, lending his expertise to companies with regards to open innovation, intrapreneurship and the grooming of driving forces behind innovation today. He has played an integral role in the inception and management of several network groups for leaders in innovation and intrapreneurship from major MNCs such as Bang & Olufsen, Danfoss, Grundfos, Lego, Novo Nordisk and Novozymes; as well as designing and expediting sessions to cater specifically to the individual needs of companies.Freehttp://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?oid=151789203755&view=all458?YESSGC SHARE NUSEANUSEA
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10/TBDTBDYosemite Camping/Hiking trip (2D/1N)Yosemite National ParkGet some peace and quiet in beautiful Yosemite.NOSingaporeConnect
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10/2/0911.00 am - 1.00 pmAnchor Steam Brewery TourAnchor Stream Brewery, Mission District, SFGroup tour of the Anchor Stream Brewery where they brew beer (includes free unlimited beer samplingFreeFacebook105YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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10/2/106.30 pm - 9.00 pmOSU Distinguished Business Leader Series: Mr Edwin KhewSofitel Hotel, Redwood City, CACome mingle and network, with a buffet dinner, plus listen to a distinguished business leader, speaker, presented by the Overseas Singaporean Unit, Mr. Edwin T.F. KhewFreehttp://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?oid=143305362449&view=all12020YESSGC SHARE OSUOSU
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10/10/0910.00 am - 12.00 pmEducational Seminar on US Immigration LawsThe Bristol Hotel, CampbellDelicious Malaysian Snacks and Beverages will be served. (postponed)NOMPBA
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10/11/1011.30 am - 3.00 pmCareer@Home FairBarkeley, CASign up for Careers@Home: Public Sector. You'll get the chance to   
network with key representatives from the public sector, including   
Ambassador Vanu Menon, Permanent Representative of Singapore to the   
United Nations (at New York) and Ms Lim Soo Hoon, Permanent Secretary   
of the Public Service Division (at Los Angeles and San Francisco). FreeYESSGC SHARE OSUContactSingapore
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10/22/096.00 pm - 9.00 pmWhat’s Next for the Four TigersMountain View, CAWith a panel of distinguished business leaders from Singapore, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, and a Stanford professor as moderator, this workshop discusses the current and future prospects of the Four Tigers$15 (members), $25 (non-members), $30 (door)602SGC SHARESABA
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10/31/099.30 am - 1.30 pmCooking and Entertainment ClassBen Khoo’s place, OaklandYou are all in for a real treat. Join Singaporean Chef Laura Fu as she   
teaches a class on easy entertaining. 
By cooking together in a small group, you'll learn basic cooking   
techniques that will empower you to serve up a delicious dinner party,   
stress-free.  It's a hands-on class, so be prepared to bring a Chef's   
knife and cutting board, and learn something new as you dive right in!
Afterwards, feast on the fruits of your labour family style, discuss   
recipe flavors, and learn a little about each ingredient. 		http://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?oid=175984035352&view=all2020YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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11/TBD6.00 pm - 9.00 pmThanksgiving MeetupTBDThanksgiving isn’t just a time for turkey. Learn about this American tradition as we recap an exciting year of SingaporeConnect events and activities!NOSingaporeConnect
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11/7/1010.00 am - 12.00 pmEducational Seminar on US Immigration LawsThe Bristol Hotel, CampbellKey Speaker and Presenter: Mr. Lawrence Fong 
The Law Offices of Lawrence Fong specializes in Immigration Law. Mr.   
Fong handles employment-based visas, labour certifications and green   
card cases for both corporate and individual clients, family-based   
immigration matters and all types of visas. 
Mr. Fong received his law degree from Santa Clara University School of   
Law, California, and his bachelor's degree in Economics from San Jose   
State University, California. He is admitted to practice law in   
California, the Ninth District United States Court of Appeals, and   
Immigration Law in all 50 states of the U.S. Mr. Fong is also a member   
of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
** Delicious Malaysian Snacks and Beverages will be served **
Sample: Nasi Lemak, Kuih Dadar, Sweet Corn Kuih Lapis, Mee Goreng and   
more! 		YESSGC SHAREMPBA
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11/7/105.30 - 9.00 pmCharity Night (IPA)San Francisco, CAWe would like to invite you to join us this coming November 7th, for a   
Charity Night event to raise fund for Padang (west Sumatra) earthquake   
victims. There will performances by various Indonesian organizations.   
There will also be Indonesian food. Bring-your-own-potluck??YESSGC SHARE IPAIPA
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11/14/096.00 pm - 9.00 pmMovie NightNO
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11/13/107.00 pm - 9.30 pmSnapture TalkPlug N Play Tech Center, SunnyvaleIf you have an interest in developing apps for the iPhone, building hardware accessories for the iPhone, talking to a CEO of a startup, or just want to hang out with NUSEA students, here's an event this Friday we look forward to seeing you at.Free351YESSGC SHARE NUSEANUSEA
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11/19/106.00 pm - 10.00 pmHappy HourMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoWe will be organising a happy hour event on Thursday, November 19th from 5-8pm at Merlion Restaurant in Cupertino! Come by and mingle with members and friends alike and meet new faces as well. Merlion is offering us a happy hour special where $10 gets you 1 draft beer, 1 soft drink and an appetizer. You will also get 10% off for your meal if you decide to stay for dinner. This will be a great opportunity for everyone to meet up before the holidays kick in.$101210YESSGN OWNSingaporeConnect
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11/20/106.00 pm - 10.00 pmRainmakers ConferenceStanford UniversityNUSEA, a group of aspiring entrepreneurs from the National University of Singapore Overseas College, will be holding its annual flagship Rainmakers conference entitled "Going Global from Day 1"on Nov 20 2009, 6.00pm to 10.00pm (PST) at Building 320, Stanford University.
 What you can gain out of Rainmakers 2009:
·         Learn from distinguished serial entrepreneurs who will share their personal insights on their entrepreneurial journey in today's global environment.
·         Discover the potential pitfalls to avoid and how they overcame obstacles.
·         Meet and interact with like-minded people. 		$10 (early birth students), $15 (on site students), $25 (affiliates), $35 (general public early birds), $45 (general public on site)805?YESSGC SHARE NUSEANUSEA
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11/29/102.00 pm - 5.00 pmCliqtour Photography TutorialStanford UniversityOn behalf of the NUSEA students working on their startup, Cliqtour, we'll like to invite you to check them out (there's a sweet video on their web site, http://www.cliqtour.com), and participate in their "photography class while having a tour around Stanford" concept. As some of you may be aware, we have some seriously avid photographers among our NUSEA friends, who are decidedly rather "professional" in their gear and technique -- why not have a fun afternoon learning photography with them? Moreover, the 15th batch is fast approaching their end of an eye-opening stay in the Bay Area.
Do come by to spend some time with them  ---  it might be a great way to shift out from the Thanksgiving holiday back to the work week!
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12/8/106.30 pm - 9.00 pmMix and Mingle with Singapore visitorsMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoA group of 24, including 18 students who have won prizes at the National Infocomm Competition, 4 teachers and 2 IDA staffers, will be touring the Bay Area on a "Knowledge Acquisition Trip" the first week of December. The students are between 16 and 21 and some of them and their teachers are from Raffles Institution.
In addition to visiting tech companies and universities, we would like them to have a chance to mingle with Singaporeans and friends of Singaporeans living and working in the Bay Area. We've set up a mix and mingle event (and optional dinner) at Merlion Restaurant: 		$25 (dinner), $3-10 (mix and mingle happy hour menu)http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=209370964866&index=11812YESSGC JOINT IDASingaporeConnect
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12/11/106.39 - 9.00 pmMerlion Christmas special with Harmonia ChoirMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoMerlion's having a Christmas special event, this coming Friday and Saturday, featuring live caroling and including guests from the West Valley Community Services.
Proceeds from your admission ticket will benefit the charity in part. 		$20 (adult), $10 (children)10900YESSGC SHAREMerlion
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12/19/106.00 pm - 9.30 pmHoliday Potluck with IPASan Francisco, CAThe Indonesian Professionals Association (IPA) & SingaporeConnect are jointly holding a 2009 Holiday Potluck and Gift Exchange! 
Come celebrate and perhaps show off your cooking skills to our Indonesian friends. Bring-your-own-potluck403YESSGC JOINT IPAIPA
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2/18/105.30 pm - 8.30 pmHappy Hour at MerlionCupertino, CABack to our traditional "3rd Thursday evening of the month" Happy Hour . . .
Merlion is pleased to welcome SingaporeConnect members with a Happy Hour pricing for drinks and appetisers which will be available till 8.00 pm. 		SingaporeConnect
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2/20/1012.00 pm - 3.00 pmSG Buzz featuring Hossan LeongSan Francisco, CAWho: Singapore entertainer Hossan Leong will be there! FreeYESSGC SHARE OSUGovt
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2/6/106.00 pm - 9.00 pmSABA/SGC Chinese New Year DinnerMilpitas, CASingaporeConnect invites you to join our SABA friends at our joint 
Lunar New Year Celebration Dinner 
Let's usher in the 'Year of the Tiger' with a roar, at the 
Mayflower Restaurant of The Great Mall, 
on the evening of Feb 6th, 2010.
We'll start with a spectacular release of Firecrackers and an appearance of dancing Lions at six, 
followed by a special ten-course dinner through nine with these fine Chinese dishes, starting with 
the traditional "must-have" Lo Hei, for prosperity and luck: 		$30 (adult)4643812045YESSGC JOINT SABASABA, SingaporeConnect
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2/20/106.00 pm - 9.00 pmSCNC Chinese New Year DinnerDublin, CACome celebrate Chinese New Year with SCNC families and welcome the auspicious Year of the Tiger$39 (adult), $20 (child)198160?1YESSGC SHARE SCNCSCNC
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2/27/1012.00 pm - 2.00 pmCareer@Home Fair at MerlionCupertino, CA Keynote speaker Mr Lim Siong Guan, Group President of GIC (Government of Singapore Investment Corporation). 
•  Celebrate Chinese New Year with fellow Singaporeans with lo hei, Singaporean style and local cuisine from Prima Taste! 
•  Network with representatives from various Singapore agencies to find out more about career opportunities. 
Registration and additional information is available at:  http://www.contactsingapore.sg/careers@home/edm2
Contact Singapore is organising a Careers@Home networking event on 27 Feb (Sat) at the Merlion Restaurant in Cupertino from 11:00 am to 3:00pm. We invite all qualifying members to participate. Please register in advance at the link above. Kindly note that this event is open to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only. 		Free280120?10?YESSGC SHARE CSGovt
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4/17/1012.00 pm - 3.00 pmSpring Potluck with NUSEA at Shoreline ParkMountain View, CAInformal event where everyone is invited to come together with family and friends to chill out as the weather starts warming up from spring. Bring potluck and enjoy the BBQ!Bring-your-own-potluck3515YESSGC JOINT NUSEASingaporeConnect
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4/24/1012.00 pm - 1.30 pmLunch at Limetree Southeast Asian KitchenSan Francisco, CALunch at this Singaporean restaurant.Pay-your-own22YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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5/8/106:30 am - 5.00 pmRock Cod fishing TripMontereyAll-day event to catch fish off a fishing boat. http://www.chrissfishing.com/rates.html $100155?YESSGC VISITRichard Chan
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8/21/1011.00 am - 3.00 pmSABA/SGC National Day CelebrationsCupertino, CASABA, NUSEA, and SingaporeConnect are jointly hosting a National Day Bash next month. Let's celebrate Singapore's 45th National Day together at:
Merlion Restaurant 

Suggested: Come dressed in red or your best Singaporean attire.
Merlion will present a buffet brunch with Singaporean favourites including Hainanese Chicken Rice, Chicken Laksa, Mee Siam, Curry Chicken, Satay, and Singaporean desserts. 
On the big screen: highlights of the 2010 National Day Parade; on the small but potent stage: fun and entertainment provided by our NUS exchange students. 
Of course, what's a Singaporean event without a lucky draw? Various Singapore souvenirs and prizes to be won as well. 		$18 (Adults), $9 (children)10040?YESSGC JOINT SABA / NUSEASABA, SingaporeConnect
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8/27/116.30 pm - 8.30 pmSingapore’s 45th National Day CelebrationsSofitel Hotel, Redwood City, CACome celebrate Singapore’s National Day with the Consul-General Chin Hock Seng and his wife, Julie, of the Singapore Consulate-General in San FranciscoFreehttp://www.induztriadimagem.com/singapore
http://www.flickr.com/photos/goodlux_imagery/sets/72157624866776238/		200?20?YESSGC SHARE CGSingapore Consulate-General
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10/10/1010.00 am - 3.00 pmBike the BridgeSan Francisco and Sausalito, CABike across the Golden Gate Bridge! Start at Pier 39, past Fort Mason, Crissy Field and Marina waterfront, Presidio, onto the Golden Gate Bridge, get a wonderful view of San Francisco by Vista Point, and stop off at Sausalito for a well-deserved lunch with spectacular waterfront views at The Spinnaker http://www.thespinnaker.com (around 1.30 pm) before catching a ferry back to Pier 39. This is also Fleet Week -- you’ll get to see lots of Navy ships and extras around San Francisco. Bikes can be rented at the start point: BikeTheBridge.com, for about $38 / person, and the map route is at http://www.bikethebridge.com/assets/BlazingSaddlesSanFranciscoMAP.pdf Free (pay for your own lunch), $32-$38 to rent a bike if you don’t bring oneNOSingaporeConnect
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10/23/1011.00 am - 9.00 pmSilicon Valley Professional Golf TournamentCoyote Creek Golf ClubThis inaugural golf tournament will be held at the only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in the Bay Area that is open to the public -- Coyote Creek Golf Club. Featuring a top-notch 18-hole golf course, Coyote Creek is a golfer's dream. While golfing at this fine course is guaranteed to be memorable, the networking opportunity to meet with business executives, professionals and members of the six distinguished Bay Area professional associations will be icing on the cake. http://svp-golf2010.eventbrite.com/$135/$120 golf & dinner. $40/$30 dinner-only.48?0YESSGC SHARESABA, SingaporeConnect, IPA, MPBA, KIN, CPSA
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10/30/105.00 pm - 8.00 pmPotluck DinnerA member’s placeSingaporeans might be known to be casual and informal, but serious when it comes to Singaporean food! Just as the weather presumably gets cooler, but before it gets dark too early, let’s have a potluckBring-your-own-potluckNO
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11/14/1112.00 pm - 2.30 pmDistinguished Business Leader (DBL) feature Dr Loo (CEO of Raffles Medical Group)Sofitel Hotel, Redwood CityCome and join us as Dr Loo shares with us his wealth of managerial experiences. Hear his views on the developments and opportunities in the healthcare industry. Be inspired by his personal journey in career, business and life. This is indeed a rare opportunity to meet and engage Distinguished Business Leader, Dr Loo Choon Yong, as well as network with your fellow Singaporeans! A stand-up buffet of sumptuous Asian and some Singaporean cuisine will be served too. Free80?10?YESSGC SHARE OSUOSU
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11/27/1011.00 am - 2.00 pmKiwi-picking at Swanton Berry FarmHighway 1 20 miles North of Santa CruzHave you ever picked kiwi’s outside of New Zealand? Bask in the crisp fall air while picking kiwi’s at this organic produce farm and enjoy a picnic aftewards. A family-friendly event. http://www.swantonberryfarm.com/pages/u_picks.htmlTBDNOSingaporeConnect
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12/18/101.00 pm - 3.30 pmWagashi class followed by tea ceremonySan Francisco, CAThis traditional wagashi, Japanese sweet making, class will feature hishihanabiramochi and suhama. Hishihanabiramochi is a special New Year's sweet with a soft outer gyuhi skin folded over candied burdock and miso flavored sweet bean paste. Suhama is a semi-dry sweet using kinako, roasted soy bean flour and gyuhi mochi. It can be molded and shaped into many seasonal representations.

This class will include both demonstration and hands-on practice. The freshly made sweets and tea will be served at the end of the class. http://www.chanoyu.com/Sept_Oct_Nov_Dec_2010_TT.html$30 (adult)NOSingaporeConnect
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TBDTBDChinese lesson and culture appreciation classCupertino, CAWe are thinking of engaging an instructor who works well with kids to come up with a session that is fun, educational, and allows them to do something more associated with home in Singapore. Maybe arts & crafts or tea-ceremony or lantern making, etc. TBDNO
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2/13/115.00 pm - 10.00 pmYear of the Rabbit Lunar New Year DinnerMayflower Restaurant, Milpitas, CAHop together into the Year of the Rabbit with Firecrackers, Lion Dance, Yu Sheng, NUSEA student violin and Karaoke performance and win fabulous prizes in a fun Bingo game.$38/$16Facebook3415112043YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect, SABA
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4/18/117.00 pm - 8.30 pmExploring Emerging Trends in Mobile, a panel discussionTressider Building, Stanford, CAPanelists from the founders of Flipboard, Tixxme, Cardmunch, Tello, and Qik answer your questions about what it takes to get their startup going and Free508YESSGC OWNNUSEA, SingaporeConnect
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4/23/119.00 am - 1.30 pmSpring hike and brunchSt Joseph’s Hill Open Space Reserve, Los Altos, CAAfter all that amount of rain, Spring's finally here. It's time for us to enjoy the great outdoors in California. Enjoy the crisp morning air and glorious hills in St Stephen's Hill Open Reserve. Come join us for an morning hike in Los Gatos and we'll reward ourselves at brunch at the Los Gatos cafe after the hike. Free (pay your own brunch)https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150553151760504.666608.7162655033530YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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5/7/119.00 am - 4.00 pmIPA Investment Seminar and Fundraising for Japan EarthquakeCalifornia South Bay University, Sunnyvale, CAInterested to protect and grow your portfolios while also being charitable? Join us for IPA Investment Seminar and Fundraising for Japan's Earthquake Relief Fund. We will donate at least 50% of the net proceed to the Northern Japan Earthquake Relief Fund$14/20 (both sessions)70YESSGC SHARE IPAIPA
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5/21/1111.45 am - 2.30 pmNetworking LuncheonMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoFor this event, we thought of helping our members learn more about three agencies of the Singapore Government in the Bay Area, namely, the Singapore Consulate-General in San Francisco, Contact Singapore, and the Overseas Singaporean Unit in a casual setting. 

The networking luncheon is an opportunity to meet other members in the pleasant venue of the Merlion Restaurant in Cupertino, which has generously agreed to open exclusively for this event. 

The Singapore Consul-General, Mr Chin Hock Seng, has graciously accepted SingaporeConnect's invitation to this event and to take your questions. Contact Singapore has also generously sponsored 10 copies of MM Lee's latest book, "Hard Truths" to give away as prizes. 		$10 (adult), $8 (child)https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150272083878518&type=19770YESSGC JOINT CG/CS/OSUSingaporeConnect, Contact Singapore
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6/18/1111.30 am - 3.00 pmCooking session and potluckTBDA number of members have been discussing a session to cook together and share recipes, including Kaya, Bak Kua, Pineapple Tarts. We are looking for a suitable venue.NOSingaporeconnect
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7/22/124.00 pm - 5.15 pmiLead MixerMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoA group of 27 NUS students are on a 2-week study trip to Silicon Valley, part of a 7-month full-time internship programme, called iLEAD (innovative Local Enterprise Achiever Development). It starts with exposure to Singapore's entrepreneurial scene and concludes with this 2-week trip. We felt the students would benefit greatly from exposure to a variety of Singaporean friends and professionals in the Bay Area.

We are jointly organising a mixer with these NOC students. Light refreshments and drinks will be served. The Merlion Restaurant in Cupertino has generously agreed to open early for this event before the start of dinner.		$0https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150271695668518&type=14710YESSGC OWN
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7/23/1210 am - 6.00 pmIndonesia DayUnion Square, SFIt is that time of the year again - the time to celebrate Indonesia's Independence Day with a day of music, dances, and food in San Francisco's vibrant Union Square. This year will be the biggest celebration of Indonesia Day in San Francisco ever with phenomenal dancers and performers coming all the way from Indonesia to perform traditional dances from all regions of Indonesia from Aceh all the way to Irian Jaya. Also, be sure to not miss the catchy rhythm of Dangdut, performed by Ridho Irama and the Sonet2 Band. We will also have a fashion show featuring traditional fabrics from East Nusa Tenggara. Those fabrics will also be available for sale from Rumah Pesona Kain during this event.??YESSGC SHAREIPA
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7/24/1212 pm - 3 pmHawker Food FestivalSunnyvale Baylands ParkPlease join us for another taste of wonderful, exotic and extremely delicious Malaysian food at our 2nd Annual Hawker Food Festival.

If you missed out last year, be sure not to miss this year's event! We have a wonderful assortment of foods, drinks and desserts to satisfy everyone. Make sure to come hungry, friends!		$35??YESSGC SHARE MPBAMPBA
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7/31/1211 am - 3 pmSummer PotluckShoreline Park, Mountain ViewCome Enjoy the Sun (but bring a windbreaker just in case)
Share Your Best Cooked Goodies (but store-bought is OK) 
Meet the freshest NUSEA students (the 20th batch will just have arrived)
Enjoy the Summer with SingaporeConnect and NUSEA (and bring your friends!)		Potluckhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150272053393518&type=115 (25 including students)10?YESSGC JOINT NUSEASingaporeConnect
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8/6/1211 am - 4 pmWine Tour, Wine Tasting, and Horseback RidingSaratogaOne of our members is organising an event to a vinery and she has a couple of friends going. More are welcome.
If you are interested in the event, please contact her at the address below.		Tour free, picnic “bring food”, horse back $45/hour??YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect Member
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8/13/123.30 pm - 5.30 pmNational Day CelebrationsSofitel Hotel, Redwood CityWe look forward to getting together with you again and thought you might like to know a little more about what you can expect.  Each guest will receive a free raffle ticket upon writing and wearing his or her name-tag at the registration table, while additional tickets can be earned by participating in games that will be set up by the Singapore groups.  These will be old-timey games like Chapteh, Five Stones and Tikam-Tikam, to recall the "kampong spirit" many have said they missed.  We also hope to have a putting mat or two at another game station. $0http://msky.zenfolio.com/p827212546 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmIhKIJBaSA
http://www.induztriadimagem.com/singaporesofitel/		250+? (sold out)20+?YESSGC SHARE CGConsulate-General, with assistance from Contact Singapore, SingaporeConnect, NUSEA, SABA, and NTU-AA.
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8/21/1211 am - 3 pmNational Day CelebrationsMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoHighlights of the 2011 National Day Parade and Fireworks in Singapore will be presented on a projection screen.
Merlion will serve a brunch of favourite Singaporean foods and desserts that you may have missed and longed for since last year's event.  We have been able to hold the price of admission at the same level as last year with the help of sponsors.  		$18 (adults), $9 (children)00NOSABA, NUSEA, and SingaporeConnect
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9/10/126 pm - 9.30 pmMooncake and Lantern PotluckSan RamonSingaporeConnect invites you to celebrate the start of the Mid Autumn Festival with a Mooncake and Lantern Potluck. Lanterns: Paper Lanterns (just like in Singapore) will be provided to all children (and those who wish to relive their childhood memories!) You will be warmly hosted by our committee member, CK Ho, and his wife, Audrey Wong, in their house in San Ramon. There is a nearby open area with nice greenery which is suitable for walking around with the lanterns under the full moon. Free (bring your own mooncake or potluck item)https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150313788023518&type=1194606030YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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9/15/126 pm - 7 pmMixer with Nanyang Poly studentsMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoA group of 15 Nanyang Poly School of Business students and their lecturer are visiting the SF Bay Area on an overseas study tour for 5 days.

Their objective is to garner experiential learning in "Entrepreneurship and Creativity in the IT industry". They would be interested in learn about the dynamic working environment, get a deeper understanding of business and innovation, learn about business processes, and that sort.

We have arranged a free mixer (drinks provided) to let the students mingle with those here, particularly if you would be interested to share your experiences with these students.
Free (drinks provided)514204YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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9/18/124 pm - 8 pmSingapore-director film screening and Q&ALandmark Theaters Opera Plaza Cinema, 601 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102You are invited to watch a multiple award-winning feature film, "Where the Road Meets the Sun", which is the recent directorial debut of Ms YONG Mun Chee, a Singaporean based in LA. It is the first Singaporean-directed film to get a theatrical release in 8 cities in the US. Besides SF, the movie will be released in New York, LA, Chicago, San Antonio, San Diego, Miami and Dallas. Mun Chee will hold a special Q&A with the audience at the end of the film.$0 (CG sponsored)72120?2YESSGC SHARE CGConsulate-General
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10/8/125.30 pm - 8.30 pmMoonlight PaddleSanta Cruz Yacht HarborWhat could be more romantic than to paddle off into the sunset then watch the moon rise as you glide through its sparkling reflection? We meet one hour before the sun sets, hang out with the sea otters on the gentle estuary while the sun sets and wait for the moon to rise. Bring food, warm clothes and a flashlight. Beginners welcome.$55http://msky.zenfolio.com/p1069058490211121YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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10/9/125.30 pm - 8.30 pmMoonlight PaddleSanta Cruz Yacht HarborSame thing, different night$55120YESSGC VISITSingaporeans@Stanford
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10/14/126.00 pm - 8.30 pmEntrepreneurship Panel DiscussionStanford University Humanities CenterSingaporeConnect, Singaporeans @ Stanford (S@S) and the National University of Singapore Entrepreneurship Association (NUSEA) invite you to meet three diverse entrepreneurs from different backgrounds who have all benefitted from Singapore's vibrant entrepreneurial eco-system. We aim to take you beyond the usual recounting of experiences in our panel discussion. Our moderator, Peter Lawrence, who recently published a rather philosophical book titled, The Happy Minimalist, will lead the panelists to reveal how the confluence of the humanities, business, and technology inspired them towards their entrepreneurship journey. We'll dive into the combination of art, human interaction and culture that shapes their firm's markets and their respective product design choices, and seek their opinions on the kinds of societal changes that is within reach of their endeavours. As a keep-sake of this event, you'll also receive a compilation we've prepared of the resources available for you to start your very own entrepreneurship journey. A very interesting evening awaits you, over some delicious food and drinks! Best of all, thanks to the kind sponsorship of the Overseas Singaporean Unit (OSU) and the Stanford University Humanities Center, this event is free and open to all.*$0https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150361950593518&type=1424605020YESSGC JOINT S@S / NUSEASingaporeConnect, NUSEA, S@S
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11/11/126.30 pm - 9.00 pmRainmakers 3: To Product/Market Fit and BeyondAOL BuildingIn this miniconference, we will look at how the seed funding landscape has evolved over the last two years, with the entrance of super angels, AngelList as well as incubators and accelerators backed by venture funds. We will examine the differences and benefits of these various sources of early stage funding and what entrepreneurs should consider when making their decision. Come join us as we learn from the best people at Andreessen Horowitz, Astia, K9 Ventures, Greylock Partners and WebFWD.25% discount for SGC Members150?5?YESSGC SHARENUSEA
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11/13/1212.00 pm - 2.00 pmDBL Mr Kwa Chong SengMarriott San MateoAs you may have heard, the Overseas Singaporean Unit (OSU) is having an event on Sunday, lunch time, Nov 13. Come hear a business leader from Singapore speak, ask questions, and network with your fellow Singaporeans, over a buffet lunch.  

We've put in some feedback that having some provision for kids at these events would be helpful. There will be a kid's corner at this event, which we hope makes it easier for some of you to fit in this event (presumably "Business Attire" doesn't apply to the kids).

OSU puts in a fair bit of effort to bring these speakers over to our part of the world, and they support SingaporeConnect in our activities, most recently the Entrepreneurship Panel Discussion last Friday. It would be great to have a hearty show of support at their events. We hope to see you all there.		$050?10?YESSGC SHARE OSUOSU
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2/4/125.30 pm - 9.00 pmDragon RoarGrand Palace Restaurant, San Mateo 5.00pm Registration
 5.30pm Lion Dance Performance
 6.30pm Tossing of "Yu Sheng" - for prosperity
 6.45pm Ten course dinner begins
 7.00pm A variety of entertainment delights
 8.15pm Bingo game with great prizes		$34/$39/$18http://msky.zenfolio.com/f4800947845006516665YESSGC OWNSIngaporeConnect,IPA,MITCNC
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3/2/125.30 pm - 7.30 pmHappy HourMerlion Restaurant, CupertinoThe Merlion Restaurant specially extended the happy hour specially for us. 
Don't miss this chance to network with like-minded folks or just sip and .... relax!
Pay Happy Hour Menu Pricing403?YESSGC OWNMPBA, SingaporeConnect
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3/10/122.00 pm - 5.00 pmNTC Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship ForumOak Room, HP Building 48, CupertinoSilicon Valley is the birth place of many successful tech-ventures, and is well known around the world for its vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystem.  Many Singaporean entrepreneurs who have gone on to establish successful businesses have had start-up experiences in the Valley.  Hear some of these entre­preneurs share their Silicon Valley experience and learn about the economic impact and implications on Singapore entrepre­neurs doing business in Silicon Valley.
 
The NTC Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship Forum is an excellent platform to network and exchange ideas.  You will get to meet and interact with established global businessmen, as well as budding entrepreneurs from the Master of Science Technopre­neurship & Innovation Program (MSc TIP), who come from ten different countries.		$0100?10?YESSGC SHARENTU
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4/11/126.30 pm - 8.30 pmInsights@Home:Public SectorDinah’s Garden Hotel, Palo AltoWe know flying 9,538 miles (from New York), 8,449 miles (from San Francisco) or 6,739 miles (London) home isn't always an option! So we know you wouldn't mind if we bring a slice of home to you - as much as we can ship over in 50-ft containers that set sail soon from Singapore.
The ships will dock and unload their cargo on the east coast of the USA, and after quarantine and fulfilling other import obligations, the containers will be emptied of their treasures at Prospect Park in Brooklyn. This marks the spot for Singapore Day 2012 where it'll be like a homecoming for thousands of Singaporeans coming together on American soil. 		$02000?4?YESSGC SHARE OSUOSU, PSD
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4/1/12??Singapore Yacht part of Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht RaceOakland HarborWe have received the late notice (but good news) that "Singapore", one of ten international yachts competing in the Clipper 11-12 Round The World Yacht Race, is expected to arrive in Oakland early on April 1.  Among the various Singaporeans who are participating at different stages of the competition,  19-year old Sherlyn Chen will arrive with the yacht in Oakland.  "Singapore", sponsored by Keppel Corp is presently in second position on the leg to Oakland.  "J World", in partnership with Oakland's "Waterfront Hotel" and "Miss Pearl's" restaurant, is hosting a welcome party to greet the sailors aboard - no matter what hour they arrive into port and would like to invite all Singaporeans to join in the celebration. 
  
Please help disseminate this information to your members who may be interested to support our "namesake" yacht and crew!  Please email RSVPs and queries to the host of the welcome committee, Mr Barry Demak, at bdemak@gmail.com with a cc to us at the Singapore Consulate-General.  You can obtain more information on the race at the websites below. ?1 (but did not manage to see yacht as notice was sent too late, yacht actually showed up on 3/31)YESSGC SHAREWelcome Committee
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5/4/125.30 pm - 7.30 pmTeh Tarik and KopiKopitiam Cafe, MilpitasKopitiam literally means coffee shop or café. It is commonly found all over Malaysia and Singapore. It is a place for people to go, eat, drink, gather and chat.

Teh-Tarik literally translates to "Pulled Tea" and Kopi means "Coffee" in local dialect.		$9/12????YESSGC OWNMPBA
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5/8/129.00 am - 12.00 pmSpring Hike and brunchSt Joseph’s Hill Open Space Reserve, Los Altos, CALet's hope we get a nice breezy day this Saturday for our annual hike at St Joseph's Open Preserve. It's the same venue as last year's, but in the interest of saving some gas, instead of driving to the hiking spot, then to the brunch spot, let's meet in downtown Los Gatos and hike via a different route to the Preserve, then hike back to the brunch spot.$0https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150931596508518&type=198172013YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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5/20/123.00 pm - 4.00 pmCheryl Tan, Author of Tiger in the KitchenOmnivore Books, SFCome meet a fellow Singaporean, Cheryl Tan, an author who lives in New York.  She will be in San
Franciso for book reading and signing.		$08115YESSGC SHARE
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5/26/1212.00 pm - 4.00 pmStartup Idea PitchingPlug N Play Tech Center, SunnyvaleSingaporeConnect and NUSEA are hosting an Entrepreneurship Idea Pitching Event this Saturday.

NUSEA is the NUS Entrepreneurship Association (NUSEA) - a group of entrepreneurial students under the National University of Singapore College (NUS) in Silicon Valley internship program. They are based in the Silicon Valley area to learn about entrepreneurship through working in high-tech startups while taking entrepreneurship classes in Stanford over the course of the year.
 
Throughout their stay in the Valley, they have been infected by the entrepreneurial energy buzzing around and have been churning up a few venture ideas of our own. SingaporeConnect is pleased to invite you to hear these students present their ideas in the form of a "VC pitch", and hear feedback from a group of diverse panelists, including seasoned entrepreneurs and those familiar with the eco-system. You are also welcome to lend your expertise and ask the students some tough questions or share invaluable feedback.		$5458354YESSGC JOINT NUSEASingaporeConnect, NUSEA
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6/2/1210.00 am - 12.00 pmWeekend Family Brunch - Kaya ToastKopitiam Cafe, MilpitasOpen to all SgConnect families and friends of Singapore - a Singapore kopi-tiam-style breakfast experience in Milpitas!
A favorite pastime for many is a weekend brunch outing with the family and friends for a relaxing good time over breakfast and a cup of kopi or teh tarik.  Sounds good?  Come, join us the first Saturday of June for a special family brunch offered by Kopitiam Cafe.  Besides special Singapore treats at a great price, you stand to win lucky draw prizes while meeting and catching up with friends and other families.		$10https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150947045933518&type=1223454525YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect
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6/16/129.00 am - 12.00 pmBe a Farmer for a DayNunn Better Farm, BrentwoodEver wonder where your fruit comes from? Experience the unique opportunity to hand pick it yourself. SingaporeConnect is organising a cherry/berry picking trip to the cherry capital of the Bay Area - Brentwood, where you and your friends and families can pick the freshest cherries you can find, and have fun doing it. This is a not to be missed experience for Singaporeans who may have grown up in a concrete jungle, or those currently living in the Bay Area for a short while. The annual cherry picking season does not last long!

Brentwood is located in the inland area of the East Bay, which still has a concentration of farms. If you are coming in from the south via the scenic Vasco Road, you will go through the Altamont Pass where one of largest wind mill farms in the country is located.

When we are done picking, we will have a dimsum lunch at the East Bay and share our cherry tales, or play Fruit Ninja...		$0164666YESSGC VISITSingaporeConnect
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7/7/129.30 am - 12.00 pmWeekend Family Brunch - BakutehKopitiam Cafe, MilpitasOpen to all SgConnect families and friends of Singapore - a Singapore kopi-tiam-style breakfast experience in Milpitas!
A favorite pastime for many is a weekend brunch outing with the family and friends for a relaxing good time over breakfast and a cup of kopi or teh tarik.  Sounds good?  Come, join us the first Saturday of June for a special ba ku teh offered by Kopitiam Cafe. 		$10134374035YESSGC OWNSingaporeConnect