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The Tanglin TimesNOVEMBER 2014WWW.TANGLINCLUB.ORG.SG
The Tanglin TimesNOVEMBER 2014WWW.TANGLINCLUB.ORG.SG
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Opinions expressed in The Tanglin Times are solely those of the writers and do not necessarily represent those of The Tanglin Club. The Tanglin Times welcomes articles and other contributions from Members. however, the Members’ Communications Sub-Committee reserves the right to edit all materials, select photographs to be used, or decline publication. MiCA (P) 160/04/2014. Published by The Tanglin Club. Printed by PhotoPlates Pte Ltd.
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GENERAL COMMITTEE 2014/2015
PRESIDENT Joseph ChewVICE-PRESIDENT Robert WienerHONORARY TREASURERDavid PalmerDEVELOPMENT & PROPERTY CONVENORhenry LingENTERTAINMENT CONVENORJudy ip harrisFOOD & BEVERAGE CONVENORho Chee LinHUMAN RESOURCE CONVENORRoger hancockLIBRARY - BOOKS & DVDS CONVENORShirley LowMEMBERS’ COMMUNICATIONS CONVENORKelvin KawMEMBERSHIP & RULES CONVENOReugene LimPROCUREMENT CONVENORRobert WienerSPORTS & RECREATION CONVENORBrian Dickerson
MANAGEMENT
GENERAL MANAGERJosie [email protected]
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Clara Tan [email protected]
EXECUTIVE CHEF Louis Tay [email protected]
EVENTS MANAGER Tina Supri [email protected]
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER Zaini Rahamat [email protected]
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGERCelestine [email protected]
MEMBERSHIP MANAGER Laura Monteiro [email protected]
SPORTS & RECREATION MANAGER Dean Chee [email protected]
EDITORIAL
CHIEF EDITOR Kelvin Kaw
DESIGNER Aliff Ajis [email protected]
ASSISTANT DESIGNERhidayah [email protected]
For advertising and magazine enquiries SENIOR MARKETING EXECUTIVE habib Mansoor [email protected] • 66220533
5 Stevens Road, Singapore 257814 Tel: 66220555 Fax: 67332391
www.tanglinclub.org.sg
Italian lunch Buffet
Tangles Express lunch BuffetMediterranean Fridays
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Contents
WEDDING PACKAGES AT THE CHURCHILL ROOM
Your wedding is a milestone in your life. An unforgettable experience that not only will bring you lasting memories, but also the promise of a life in love. From ceremonies marking your solemn vows, to grand gala receptions for your friends and loved ones, the Churchill Room is the perfect backdrop for
a memory that will last a lifetime.
Call our Banquets Department to enquire about our wedding packages, and also our Tanglin Honeymoon Experience, which includes a stay in
Tanjung Rhu, Langkawi, courtesy of Langkawi Pasifik.
For enquiries, contact Mr Mugu at 6622 0434 or at [email protected]
Fellow Members,
Following the recent messages on membership by Mr. Eugene
Lim and Mr. Roger Hancock who are Convenor and Deputy
Convenor respectively of the Membership and Rules Sub-
Committee and myself, we have received feedback from
members. The comments are mostly constructive and positive.
Going forward, this feedback augurs well for the Club as the
membership continues to stay interested in the affairs and well
being of the Club.
As the next step, we are planning a dialogue session with
Members this month. Once we have articulated our thoughts
and direction on this issue, we will call for a Special General
Meeting (SGM) with specific resolutions sometime in early
2015. For the Club not to do anything on the membership issues
is certainly not an option.
The other burning issue confronting the
Club is the proposed Chinese restaurant.
Much debate has taken place internally to
determine the best location for the Chinese
restaurant and the type of cuisine. After
careful deliberation on the matter, we will
be recommending, for members’ approval,
a Chinese restaurant to be located in
the main Clubhouse on the second floor.
This will have an impact on the existing
three function rooms (the Raffles, the
Claymore, and the Draycott rooms) as well
as the Club’s main Administration Office.
Essentially the plan calls for the renovation
of the second floor area of the main
Clubhouse for the new Chinese restaurant
and the function rooms. Accordingly, the
Administration Office will be relocated to
the Sports and Recreation Centre.
In arriving at this proposal, we took into account the premium
location of the main Clubhouse, the availability of a service lift
to cater to the needs of the kitchen/restaurant, the avoidance
of duplication/increase of manpower, and the convenience of
the receiving and storage of raw materials and dry goods for
the kitchen.
In deference to the expressed wish of the membership, the
cuisine will in all likelihood be Chinese Cantonese cuisine. In
a recent analysis of Members’ spending, it was established
that of the 500,000 covers for the year 2013, about 73 percent
were in the ‘under $30’
category, 23 percent were
in the ‘$30-$50’ category,
and the balance of 4 percent
in the ‘$50 and above’
category. On the assumption
that we peg the average
ticket price per customer
to the ‘$30- $50’ category
for the Chinese restaurant,
some cannibalisation is to be expected in the ‘$30-$50’ average
check category.
The viability of the Chinese restaurant, like all the food and
beverage outlets in the Club, will be a constant challenge.
In our initial projection, the Chinese
restaurant is not expected to return an
operational surplus in the first few years
at least. However it has to be recognised
that, as a Members’ Club, the provision of
facilities like food and beverage outlets
are for the enjoyment of the members
and the profitability is secondary. Like
the membership issue, the Chinese
restaurant proposal will be presented to
the members at a Special General Meeting
for deliberation and approval.
Underpinning the search for solutions to the
above two matters is for the membership
to fully understand the background of
the proposals, the ramifications if these
proposals are approved and implemented,
and most importantly, to preserve the
interests of the membership. It is vital
that in making decisions, we need to be apprised of the right
information to enable us to make informed decisions. Therefore,
if we have to hasten in getting things done, let us hasten slowly.
joseph chewPresident
President’s Message
As the next step, we are planning a dialogue session
with Members this month. Once we have articulated our thoughts and direction on this issue, we will call
for a Special General Meeting (SGM) with specific
resolutions sometime in early 2015. for the Club
not to do anything on the membership issues is certainly not an option.
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Fellow Members,
The front cover of this month’s issue features the theme for
November, ‘Go Green’. Specifically, ‘Clean and Green’ foods,
and ‘Clean and Green’ environment.
On the F&B side, various promotions of healthy foods and
drinks are featured. In line with the ‘Go Green’ theme, Chef
Lewis has concocted seven new juice mixes and smoothies.
More details in the F&B section.
On the environmental side of things, we also feature the Club’s
Energy Task Force, mandated by the Club in 2012 to find ways
to reduce energy and resource consumption in the Club. This
month’s issue features the work that has been done so far by
the Task Force in ‘going green’. More details in the magazine.
The end of the year is approaching, and the month of November
is the month when many of us close off any outstanding goals
or business matters for the year before setting off for the
long holidays in December. In our Club,
it has been a yearly tradition to light up a
Christmas tree in the main lobby around the
end of November. This year’s Christmas
tree light-up will be happening on 30
November. The towering Christmas tree, beautifully decorated,
with shimmery ornaments and colourful sparkling lights, and
the comforting smell of fresh pine from the tree gliding through
the main lobby, is always a feast to the senses. It’ll be a fun
time of merrymaking at the Club. See you there!
I would like to now share a little about the Members’
Communications Team. The Team comprises of both
the Members’ Communications staff and the Members’
Communications sub-committee (MCSC). The raison d’être
of the Team is to facilitate communication with the Club’s
Members. The MCSC has set out three pillar goals to focus on.
They are 1) Branding, 2) Communications, and 3) Feedback. I
will share more about the ‘Branding’pillar goal in this space and
talk more about the other two pillars in future Editor’s Notes.
The ‘Branding’pillar goal is a huge sphere. There are many
things that can be done on the topic of branding. As such,
the Members’ Communication Team has decided to limit the
branding scope specifically to: Projecting the Tanglin Club
brand in a relevant way via its traditional touchpoints (magazine
& website), and other media touchpoints. You’ve probably
noticed that the look and feel of the Tanglin Times magazine
has changed a lot in the last few months. This is a direct result
of the Team hitting hard on
‘Branding’ pillar goal (as well
as the ‘Communications’
pillar goal). Some of
underlying themes that were
identified during the change
under the ‘Branding’ pillar
goal were magazine layout
and style improvement, and
an increase in social cause
awareness. If there are things you like or don’t like about the
recent changes, please feedback to our GM Josie, as she is the
hub point for all Members’ feedback.
The goal of projecting the Tanglin Club brand also begs the
following question: What is the Tanglin Club brand? Or to put
it another way: What does the Tanglin Club mean to you as a
Member? I have heard some Members say things like ‘The Club
is a home away from home to me’, and I’m
sure that there are more sentiments like
that out there. We would like to hear more
from you as Members about this. What
is close to your heart about the Tanglin
Club? Is it the Club’s values? Its traditions? Its heritage? Or
is it because it is a Gentlemen’s Club or a family Club? Please
share your view by emailing to Josie, and title the email ‘What
does the Tanglin Club mean to me?’ for clear reference. Josie’s
email address as follows: [email protected]
In closing, I will leave you with the following quote:
“Everything changed the day she figured out there was exactly
enough time for the important things in her life.” ~ Brian Andreas
Enjoy our magazine!
Kelvin KawChief Editor, The Tanglin Times
Convenor, Member’s Communications SUb-Commitee
Deputy Convenor, Library–Books & DVDs
What does the Tanglin Club mean to you as a Member?
Editor’s Message
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Dear Members,
This month, in keeping with Singapore’s national push to be
more environmentally friendly, we’re keeping things clean
and green at the Club—light fare, healthy juices, detox days,
energy conservation, and more. Our clean and green events,
promotions, and offers start as soon you walk through the
front door in fact; we are giving away green apples with our
compliments at the front desk all month long. Enjoy!
Soups and salads are our focus this month and there’s plenty to
smile about. We are introducing a free-flow salad bar promotion
in the Churchill Room (lunch), Tavern, and Wheelhouse! That’s
right, you can go back and fill your plate as many times as you’d
like, though be sure to save room for one of our delicious club-
made soups, which have all gone cream-free this month (see
page 21). One of eight sumptuous soups will be featured each
day. They are part of the salad bar and available a la carte as
well.
If you’re looking for an easy way to get a
serving of fruits and veggies, why not try
our fresh juice of the day? Available at
any of our outlets, a small is $3.50 and a
large is just $4.80. There are eight rotating
juices, so make it a point to come back and
try each one.
Mediterranean food is often recognized for
its health benefits and lighter dishes, so
this month the Churchill Room is offering
a delightful Italian buffet on Sundays.
Our regular Sunday buffets have become
quite popular the past few months and are
consistently sold-out, so be sure to make a
reservation early to avoid disappointment.
At just $28 per adult, this is a great deal
that’s not to be missed! What’s more,
Italian cuisine is Executive Sous Chef
Dennis Thng’s specialty, so you know that
being healthy has never tasted so good. To learn more about
Chef Dennis’s training with Master Chefs please turn to page
16.
In honor of our clean and green theme, Mediterranean cuisine is
also the feature every Friday this month of our Tangles Express
Lunch Buffet, which shouldn’t be missed at just $12.85. This
buffet is back by popular demand and we are pleased to see so
many of you enjoying it. If you haven’t tried our Churchill Room
Executive Set Lunch yet, I encourage you to do that as well. At
only $18.95 (full buffet) or $29 (with a main) it is a terrific deal.
For those looking for something a bit heartier this month,
the Churchill Room Supper Club is introducing a roast night
featuring a variety of mouth-watering mains. If you’re planning
an evening out with friends or family, this is a delicious place
to start!
Moms, dads, and
grandparents will want to
bring the little ones to our
complimentary children’s
craft activity every Friday
and Saturday through
November 22. We’ll be
making crafts out of recycled
materials, so even the kids
will be keeping green. They
can take their environmental knowledge and their imagination
and join our events associates as they put on a skit to save
Mother Earth on November 23.
Our Sports and Recreation team is getting in on the clean and
green theme this month too. We are hosting a one-day wellness
retreat on November 12 for $99 for Members. You’ll do some
yoga, learn meditation techniques, and enjoy a healthy brunch
in addition to other relaxing activities. It’s
fun to pamper yourself while you focus on
your health.
Even our Poolside towels have gone
green—literally! We are switching from
white to dark green towels at the pool,
which is supposed to help reduce towel
shrinkage.
Our Energy Task Force has been busy.
Based on their recommendation, our
Facilities Team recently switched to LED
light bulbs in the main clubhouse and S&R
complex. This exercise has saved the
Club approximately $160,000 annually and
makes our clubhouse significantly greener.
Please turn to page 36 to read more about
their work to keep us energy efficient.
And finally, we are currently exploring a library renovation and
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Our current facility has insufficient
space for our staff, and there are too many books and DVDs given
the limited space, with no options for expansion. Our current
lighting and shelving is not suitable for older members and the
carpet has not been replaced in more than thirty years. Based
on this information, if you have comments or feedback about
the renovation, please drop me an email with your thoughts.
We’ll be sending out a survey as well, and it’s important to us
to hear your perspective!
josie tulipanoGeneral Manager
Our Energy Task force has been busy. Based on their recommendation, our
facilities Team recently switched to LED light bulbs in the main clubhouse and S&r complex. This exercise has
saved the Club approximately $160,000 annually and
makes our clubhouse significantly greener. Please turn to page 36 to read more about their work to keep us
energy efficient.
President’s Message
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IntroductIon EvEnIng on 13 octobEr 2014We extend a warm welcome to our new Members.
HonorArY MEMbEr• H.E Hazel Francis Ngubeni (High Commissioner of
South Africa)
• H.E Zenon Kosiniak-Kamysz & Mrs Katarzyna Kosiniak-Kamysz
(Ambassador of Poland)
ordInArY MEMbErS• Mr Vikas Dhanuka & Mrs Namrata Ram Dhanuka
• Ms Leonie Adeline Volta Hidajat & Mr Lee Keen Meng
• Dr Hon Kim Fatt & Ms Sophy Teng Yein Fei
• Dato Dr Low Tuck Kwong & Datin Haruyo Low
• Ms Muto Kasumi & Mr Lim Chong Boon
• Dr Ong Hung Guan & Ms Preeyanuj Chiaranussati
• Mr Milind Rajendra Pasad & Ms Vaishali Rajes Mehta
• Mr David Talmadge Ratliff & Ms Lim Ning
• Mr Soon Ju Boon & Ms Chen Soon Chin
• Mr Edouard Guy Giping Tomczyk
• Datuk Tan Kok Hiang & Datin Lai Wai Leng
• Ms Yong Yu Yin & Dr Lennard Harold Thean See Yin
tErM MEMbErS• Mr Mark John O’Reilly & Mrs Ashley Claire O’Reilly
• Mr Mervyn Brent Scott & Mrs Carolyn Lesleigh Scott
• Mr Neil Emerson & Mrs Elizabeth Emerson
• Mr Gaurav Yadav
• Mr Edward Justin White
• Mr Qin Li Wei & Mrs Chen Li Hong
• Mr Mark David McFarlane & Mrs Kate Ashley McFarlane
• Mr Marc James Rathbone & Mrs Joanna Maree Rathbone
• Mr John Thibodeaux & Mrs Suzanna Tan Thibodeaux
ASSocIAtE MEMbErS• Assoc. Prof Daniel Chua Hock Chuan
(Spouse of Ms Ng Szu Hui)
• Mr Michael Eric Chia (Spouse of Dr Tira Tan Jing Ying)
• Mrs Orawan Lapping (Spouse of Mr Alaistair Lapping)
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1 H.E Zenon Kosiniak-Kamysz &
Mrs Katarzyna Kosiniak-Kamysz
2 H.E Hazel Francis Ngubeni
3 Ms Muto Kasumi & Mr Lim Chong Boon
4 Dr Ong Hung Guan & Ms Preeyanuj Chiaranussati
5 Mr Mark John O’Reilly & Mrs Ashley Claire O’Reilly
6 Mr Neil Emerson & Mrs Elizabeth Emerson
7 Mr John Thibodeaux & Mrs Suzanna Tan Thibodeaux
8 Dr Hon Kim Fatt & Ms Sophy Teng Yein Fei
9 Datuk Tan Kok Hiang & Datin Lai Wai Leng
10 Ms Leonie Adeline Volta Hidajat & Mr Lee Keen Meng
11 Ms Yong Yu Yin & Dr Lennard Harold Thean See Yin
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A total of five bye-laws were recently amended and approved by the general committee.
dress 12(a)–General
This Bye-law is specific on the importance of being presentably dressed at all times, in a manner consistent with the character and
standing of the Club. An additional paragraph was added, which is that no racist, anti-religious, or offensive slogans or wordings are
allowed on any part of the attire. Such material can be considered to be demeaning, hostile, or averse towards an individual or group
because of their race, creed, gender, nationality, age, or disability, and does not represent the values and identity of the Club. This
Bye-law took effect on 2 October 2014.
Tennis Courts 37A(iv)–Cancellation, Charges & Fines
In the previous iteration of this Bye-law, cancellation charges could be waived if the cancellation was made within 24 hours of the
booking time. It is now amended to within 48 hours of the booking time. This Bye-law took effect on 2 October 2014.
Main Library–Sunday Operating Hours
The General Committee has agreed to extend the operating hours for the Main Library on Sunday, with a new time of 10am to 5pm.
This took effect on 5 October 2014.
Tea Room 23(a)
We received much feedback about the Tea Room, particularly requests for an earlier opening, so we have good news for Members.
Starting 1 November, the Tea Room will open thirty minutes earlier at 10am and close at 9.30pm. Our end-of-day cakes and pastries
sale will take place between 8.30pm and 9.30pm. For enquiries on the hours, please call Ms Ria Wendari at 6622 0432 during office
hours, or email [email protected].
Wheelhouse 38(a)
The General Committee recommended that we seek ways to enhance staff productivity, in view of the tightening labour market and
escalating costs. A self-serve counter poolside was explored, however, due to the existing layout, it is difficult to introduce such a
system. Instead, we carefully designed a Poolside menu that incorporates all-time favourites, particularly those that can be more
easily enjoyed around the pool. So, with effect from 1 November, a new Poolside menu will be introduced which will be available in
the Members’ Area of the Club website. Please note that the full menu is still available at the Gazebo and covered areas outside the
Wheelhouse.
Also, based on low usage, we will be closing the Wheelhouse an hour earlier, at 9.30pm from 1 November. We will be taking kitchen
orders until 9pm. If you have enquiries regarding the Wheelhouse, please contact Ms. Ria Wendari at the details mentioned above.
Capital Club–Dubai
Members’ Page | Bye-laws
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THE CORNELL CLUB–NEW YORK
The Club is the perfect place to visit for a retreat from the bustle of the city,
with personalised service, fine dining, and the amenities of a luxury hotel. It
has a rich history dating back to 1889 when it was formed by a small group of
Cornell University alumni. Today’s handsome 14-storey Clubhouse is centrally
located in midtown Manhattan at 6 East 44th Street, between Fifth & Madison
Avenues.
Each of the Club’s 48 overnight guest rooms offer many comforts and services,
such as: private bath with plush towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer,
iron and ironing board, heating and A/C controls, analog phone lines with
voice-mail, daily maid service, and laundry.
We are pleased to announce the addition of the Capital Club–dubai and
The Cornell Club–New York to our list of reciprocal clubs. For a full list
of reciprocal clubs, please turn to page 62. We encourage feedback about
your experiences with our reciprocal clubs, so we can continually refine and
improve upon our list. We also welcome your suggestions for new reciprocal
arrangements with prestigious clubs worldwide. Please send your comments
and suggestions to [email protected].
CAPiTAL CLUB–dUBAiThe Capital Club is Dubai’s premier private business club offering an elegant and welcoming ambience to mix and meet, exchange ideas, and entertain guests. It is situated in the heart of the financial district–DIFC.
The Club premises are for the exclusive use of members and guests. It was opened in 2008 and has over 1500 members, drawn from the leading businesses in the region. A members-only Club in a contemporary setting to network professionally and socially; dine and party; host private meetings; and attend a wealth of social and business events, covering emerging trends in arts, culture, media, social development, cuisine, business, and travel.
The Club is connected to over 250 premier private clubs around the world as part of its reciprocal club network.
- Capital Club–Dubai
The Cornell Club–New York
The Cornell Club–New York
New Reciprocal Clubs | Member’s Page
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In the October issue of the Tanglin Times we had highlighted
in great detail some of the pertinent issues that we are facing
regarding Membership. We are glad to see that an equal number
of Singaporean and non-Singaporean Members have written in to
give their views on this major topic. It is prudent therefore that we
should publish some of these comments so that all Members are
made aware of the different points of view. It must be pointed out
that the views expressed in the foregoing do not in any way reflect
the views of the Membership & Rules Sub-Committee (MRSC)
and General Committee (GC). We have therefore extracted them
verbatim, not in any order of importance or preference, as follows:
a. “We must adopt a new approach and I propose that:
- We dispense with the Planned Total Membership (PTM) system
as it is now harmful to the Club.
- When Members reach 65 years of age, they be classified as
Senior Members.
- At bi-annual review dates, the number of Members reaching 65
since the previous review date, would allow entry of the same
number of new Members of whom 75% would be under 40 years
of age.
- Senior membership would only allow the use of Food & Beverage
(F&B) facilities and if congestion occurs, then only on nominated
periods of the week determined by the Club Committee.
- Under this system the total number of Members will exceed the
present PTM but this does not matter as so many Members use
the Club infrequently and 24% not at all.
- This method would provide for more active use of the Club and
a constant flow of younger entrants as existing Members age.”
b. “The rule which virtually limits Singaporean membership is
totally inappropriate in today’s Singapore. In my view the Tanglin
Club should be a Singapore Club with a proportion of membership
allocated to non-Singaporeans to maintain the Club’s international
standing. As we move forward, I suggest that membership
participation should be Singaporeans 60%, non-Singaporeans
40%. The membership Committee to be responsible to maintain
a good mix of nationalities in the non-Singaporean Category. This
idea should be voted on by the total membership rather than just
by Members attending a general meeting.”
c. “I suggest that upon Members or Widows reaching 75 years of
age, they be obliged to transfer their membership to their living
spouse under 75 free of charge or to his/her child on payment of
normal entry fee or to sell it. The retiring Member would be offered
honorary membership with no membership fee and allowing only
Membership Issues
Membership & Rules Sub-Committee Report
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use of the Club’s dining facilities once per month attracting a
surcharge of 5% with bills settled by credit card. This may need an
honorary membership identity (different colour) card.”
d. “To amend Rule 11(ii) to provide that a percentage of the
Planned Total Membership shall be reserved for Foreigners, to be
defined as persons who are not Citizens or Permanent Residents
of Singapore. The new percentage to be exactly or approximately
equal to the present percentage of Members who fit the above
definition of Foreigners. The advantage of this approach is that it
removes the perceived discrimination against Singaporeans, whilst
ensuring the cosmopolitan mix of our membership with a minority
positive reservation for Foreigners.”
e. “Amending Rule 11(ii) so that the citizenship of a Member is
determined for all time by his or
her passport at the time of the
membership being granted would
reduce the nationality cap to one
which was an historic yard stick
without any current significance. In
short, it would no longer be a measure of the ongoing cosmopolitan
nature of the Club. The argument in that case if the Club is to go to
that extreme is – why have any nationality cap at all?”
f. “I do believe that membership based on nationality is not ideal.
Especially given the fact you highlighted regarding changing
citizenship and its adverse effect on the Singaporean cap with
subsequent creation of vacancies for non-Singaporeans. This
vacancy creation for non-Singaporeans will have a self-sustaining
effect given its relatively large numbers. Non-Singaporeans are
more likely to give up their citizenship to become Singaporeans
than it is vice versa and the situation will see no respite. Removing
the 51% cap is the most ideal solution given today’s global and
diverse citizenship.”
g. “Since the purpose of the 51% Rule is to preserve the
cosmopolitan demographic it must be applied at the time each
new applicant is considered for membership. After this point, those
Members who become citizens are from the foreign contingent, so
the cosmopolitan objective is not affected.”
h. “One of the proposals previously was to allow the very Senior
Members to sell their memberships for say S$80,000 of which 50%
goes to the Club. I think there is some merit in this proposal. It will
resolve the local membership long waiting list situation and also
the Club will benefit financially.”
i. “Most heartened to read in the Club magazine that a move is being
proposed to allow old Members like me to pass on membership to
a direct family member. I do hope it goes through.”
j. “I am also in strong support of allowing Members to transfer their
membership to a child - that seems fair and appropriate, especially
since in most cases this will involve doing so for someone who
might have “grown up in the Club” and therefore has the Clubs’
interests and traditions at heart.”
k. “I think the problem can be partly solved by:
1.Getting a road map/master plan for the future. I am fairly certain
this will show there is spare capacity in the Club in most sections.
Under supply can be overcome by upgrading the sub-sections.
2. As mentioned, if you have a good case, suggest that membership
be increased by an additional 500.
If you have a strong argument, with
support from the study, this should
succeed.”
l. “I also recalled that the Club had previously conducted an
analysis on the utilisation of the facilities and if not, then one
should be done to determine what the actual usage is at any one
time, on weekdays and weekends. My personal observation having
spent time at the Club quite regularly is that the facilities are not
fully utilised so I think we can push the limit somewhat.”
Since taking office after the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in May
2014, the MRSC and the GC have had extensive discussions on this
major topic to try to amend the existing Rules especially relating to
Rule 11(ii) and 23A. We have taken your views into consideration
and we will discuss these with you at a Dialogue Session we are
planning in November. In the meantime please continue to give us
your views and suggestions.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those Members
who have given us their valuable feedback.
We have taken your views into consideration and we will discuss these with you at a
Dialogue Session....
Eugene LimConvenor
roger HancockDeputy Convenor
Eugene LimConvenor
roger Hancock
Membership & Rules Sub-Committee Report
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Indika FernandoMohd Fatihi Bin Abd Rahim
StAFF Ang PoW contrIbutIonThe Tanglin Club’s Food & Beverage prices do not include any service charge, and staff are not permitted to accept tips and gratuities in any form.
Over the years, the Club has looked to its Members to contribute an Ang Pow (red packet) to be shared among the staff annually for the Lunar New Year. This is in recognition of their services, and to express appreciation for their efforts made throughout the year. As in past practice, an amount equivalent to one month’s subscription will be debited to Members’ December account.
Members who wish to contribute more or wish to opt out, please email the General Manager at [email protected] by 20 January 2015. On behalf of all staff, we thank you for your generosity.
SEPtEMbEr StAr EMPLoYEES:
Indika Fernando became part of the family on 6 October 2008, as a Maintenance Executive. Indika acts as a supervisor for the team of maintenance technicians and reports to the Maintenance Manager.
Indika’s charm and easy-going personality has won over many colleagues, who find him easy to approach and a pleasure to work with. However, he is a no-nonsense colleague when it comes to work. He delivers work on time and is always helpful towards staff.
For these reasons and more, Indika was also chosen for the Star Employee (Back-of-House) for September 2014.
Fatihi joined us at the Club on 10 August 2012 as a waiter, and very quickly earned high praise from Members and fellow colleagues.
Always professional and immaculate, he gets consistent praise from Members about his attentiveness and pleasant disposition. Though he is very young, he has a positive outlook towards life. He is passionate in his work and personal life, and he has a strong desire to learn to improve in his career.
With these qualities, it’s no surprise that he was chosen for the Star Employee (Front-of-House) award for September 2014.
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The Tanglin Clubpresents
Christmas Pantomime: AladdinSaturday, 29 November, 7pm & Sunday 30 November, 11am, Theatrette
ItalianLunch BuffetEvery Sunday in novemberchurchill room
Italian food is Executive Sous Chef Dennis Thng’s specialty,
and he’s filled the buffet with delicious dishes including
Antipasto Italiano, Chicken Cacciatora, Mushroom Raviolli,
and Seafood Olio Aglio Peperocino.
Tuck into delicious salads, pan-fried salmon fillets, and
Italian favourites such as pasta and authentic pizzas.
Turn to page 16 to discover more about Chef Dennis in a
special feature this month.
Adult $28 | child $14
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Starting outHis resume is peppered with notable names in the
culinary world, many followed by enviable Michelin
stars: Kiyomi Mikuni, Alan Wong, Joël Robuchon,
and Antoine Westermann. These are but some of the
standouts he has worked with in his career, which
spans more than three decades.
Executive Sous Chef Dennis Thng is grateful for all
of his experience working with some of the world’s
top master chefs. “Every master chef has his own
process,” explains Chef Dennis. “All the French
master chefs make the same sauces, but every
sauce has its own taste.” Indeed, it’s like a culinary
fingerprint.
Chef Dennis was eager to create his own culinary
signature and spent years training and working with
reputable chefs. Early in his career he spent a year
in Paris honing his craft and later worked at Raffles
Grill as a sous chef with some of the greats. He has
taken part in culinary competitions in New York,
Thailand, and Germany among other locales. And
throughout it all he has diligently worked his way up
the culinary ladder, learning wherever he could.
continual LearningMuch of his learning came from the masters he
worked with, and he has carried that desire to excel
into his own cooking methods. “Cooking is not easy,”
says Chef Dennis. “You must be passionate about
food. You need to have the touch, the skill—you
need a lot of training.” Today, that means “keeping
up with R&D,” as he calls it. He consistently spends
time exploring new restaurants, tastes, and recipes,
searching for new and unique flavours or inspiration.
Recently, this inspiration took the form of a barbeque
sauce brought in by a supplier. After tasting it
he decided to us it as a base for a sauce he was
creating. By adding herbs, olive oil, and a few secret
ingredients he had concocted something that piqued
his interest and now is the dressing for the Oriental
duck salad he created in the Churchill Room. Judging
by members’ response to this and many of his other
dishes, he knows what works.
Although he is always experimenting and eager to try
new techniques and tastes, some of Chef Dennis’s
favourite dishes to create are Italian. His love for
Italian food is evident when he speaks. “This is very
interesting about Italian food. It’s not only pasta.
They have so much meat, seafood, great salads—
very healthy dishes. Italians eat very fresh food.” He
learned to perfect these dishes while he worked at
Bice under Chef Jacques Amu. Chef Dennis still uses
Italian 00 flour when making fresh pastas and pizza,
a technique he learned while there. He talks about
spinach-stuffed ravioli, tagliatelle, and linguine with a
passion and reverence usually reserved for the Pope.
His drive for perfection is evident and is something he
is imparting on his staff as he teaches them how to
create the delicious Club-made pasta he is known for.
A profile of Executive Sous Chef Dennis Thng
To Work Among the Masters
Food & Beverage | Chef Dennis Thng
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There are times when Members seek him out and
ask him to create something for them that is off the
menu. These special requests are not uncommon
and Chef Dennis is happy to oblige often whipping
up one of his Italian favourites. He says he works
from inspiration, drawing from what’s available in
the kitchen at the time. “At this Club, we must know
our Club Members and what they like. Some come
every day, so I change for them. We need to know
what the Members need,” he says.
on the roadWhen Chef Dennis is not busy in the kitchen, he
loves to ride his Harley-Davidson. Maybe it’s the
freedom of the road, perhaps it’s the love of his bike,
or it could be the camaraderie of his fellow bikers,
but regardless, Chef Dennis is an avid motorcyclist.
He has traveled extensively on his bike and recently
returned from a five-day trip to Hat Yai, Thailand,
where he did some charity work with fellow riders.
His interest in seeing and experiencing other
countries and cultures is something that keeps his
senses alive. He is always looking for tastes from
his travels around the world that he can adapt for
Singapore and Members. “In Singapore,” he says,
“the food quality, presentation, and taste are all
Chef Dennis (left) with his Harley-Davidson Road King
at the Malaysia-Thailand border
high quality. When I cook, I think about taste and
fragrance. I like to challenge myself.”
And although his travels have taken him to the US
and Europe, he still favours the tastes he grew up
with. “I’ve traveled to a lot of countries,” he shares,
“but Singaporean flavours are still the best.”
Looking AheadAfter 13 years at The Tanglin Club, Chef Dennis is
looking ahead. He’s working on standarisation with
the kitchen team. Confirming processes are followed,
measurements are accurate, and the presentation is
the same each time an item is cooked not only drives
a more effective kitchen team, but also provides
consistency for Members and ensures that quality
remains high.
“The kitchen is very strict,” shares Chef. “We are
setting up the discipline.” This discipline includes
instilling a sense of pride in the team’s work, vacuum
packing everything that gets stored, and creating
the ideal workspace flow in kitchen. “It’s a growing
process,” Chef Dennis continues.
For a country that loves food like Singapore does, the
competition has only gotten stiffer in recent years, a
fact that is not lost on Chef Dennis. “We need to think
about our customer first—it’s very important,” he
emphasises. “If our food doesn’t meet expectations,
Members will go elsewhere. We can’t shortcut the
work—we must maintain our standards. That’s
something I learned from the master chefs.”
As much as Chef Dennis has learned in his long
career he seems intent to pass it on and continue the
high level of quality he has helped create at the Club;
and for that, we are grateful.
“When i cook, i think about taste and frangrance. i like to challenge myself.”
Chef Dennis (right) putting the final touches on a dish
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Go Green in NovemberAvailable at the Wheelhouse
Put a spring in your step
with these health-conscious
concoctions.
$3.50 (small) | $4.80 (large)
Food & Beverage | Go Green
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1. troPIcAL SMootHIEPineapple, Coconut Milk, Orange, Natural Yoghurt
2. HAPPY SunSHInECarrot, Celery, Green Apple
3. tAngLIn grEEnGreen Apple, Kiwi, Lettuce, Mint, Celery, Honey
4. WAKE uP cALLOrange, Guava, Grapefruit, Honey, Yoghurt
A juIcE A dAYStarting 1 November at the Wheelhouse, we are offering a nutritious and tasty juice of the day, with one of eight
different juices available each day of the month. Get yourself healthfully hydrated!
5. HIddEn drAgonCarrot, Celery, Green Apple, Purple Dragonfruit
6. vItAMIn booStErCarrot, Orange, Tomato
7. nutrItIon SHAKEMango, Soy Milk, Low-Fat Yoghurt
8. brEAKFASt ZIngErLemon, Carrot, Green Apple, Beetroot
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EnQuIrIES: 6622 0432 or [email protected]
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novemberchurchill room*, tavern,and Wheelhouse*weekday lunches
This November, we’re going green... literally! Enjoy our free-flow soups and salads
month-long when you order from our salad bar at the Tavern, Wheelhouse, and now
the Churchill Room, at lunch. You’ll be pleased to know that this month we’ve also
lightened up all of our soups to deliver you cream-free options.
Churchill Room $18.95
Tavern $12.80
Wheelhouse $10.50
Free-Flow Salad Bar Promotion
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crEAM-FrEE SouPS
Tuck into our selection of cream-free
soups month-long. Our soup of the
day will include Mediterranean
Vegetable Soup, Bisque of Roma
Tomato, Savoy Cabbage Broth,
Minestrone Soup Au Pesto, Pea & Mint
Soup, Hot Russian Borscht with Sour
Cream, Red Lentil Chickpea Soup, and
Chicken & Barley Soup, and will rotate
throughout November.
Top: Bisque of Roma TomatoBottom: Minestrone Soup Au Pesto
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CAKE OF THE MONTH: BLUEBERRY YOGHURT
CHEESECAKE
November
Tea Room
Indulge in this creamy, light treat with an
extraordinary depth of flavour. Topped with juicy
blueberries that will melt in your mouth you won’t
feel guilty asking for another slice.
$45 (whole cake)
$4.90 (per slice)
TANGLES EXPRESS LUNCH BUFFETMonday-Friday12pm-2.30pm
For details about the daily menu, please see the Members’ Area of the website.
As part of our tantalising Tangles Express Lunch Buffet we are introducing Mediterranean Fridays. Every Friday the buffet will include a mouth-watering selection of Mediterranean dishes including Panzanella Salad, Minestrone Soup with Pesto, Rice Pilaf, Pasta with Tomato Sauce, and Mesclun Salad.
$12.85 (with a choice of coffee or tea)
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0432 or [email protected]
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BACK BY POPULAR dEMANd!THE CHURCHiLL ROOM’S EXECUTivE GOURMET SET LUNCHTuesday-Friday
Indulge in our luxurious lunch buffet spread of savoury appetizers including Smoked Salmon, Potato Salad with Cavier Mayonnaise, Prawn and Mango Cocktail with Cilantro, and many more. The buffet also includes a selection of salads to choose from. Complete your set lunch with a choice of Coffee or Tea.
SPECiAL PROMOTiON PRiCEBuffet without Main Course $18.95 | Full Buffet with Main Course $29Both buffet choices are inclusive of appetiser, soup, and dessert.
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0432 or [email protected]
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closure of churchill roomWednesday, 5 nov: Private Event–Dinner | Saturday, 15 nov: Private Event–Dinner | Saturday, 22 nov:
Private Event–Dinner | thursday, 27 nov: Private Event–Dinner | Friday, 28 nov: F&B Event–Dinner |Sunday, 30 nov: Christmas Tree Lighting–Dinner
Friday, 5 dec: S&R Tennis Event–Dinner | Saturday, 6 dec: S&R Ballroom Event–Dinnerclosure of the Fireplace
tuesday, 18 nov: Private Event–Dinner
cHurcHILL SuPPEr cLub: IntroducIng roAStSEvery Friday and Saturday7pm onwards
Sink your teeth into the Herb-Crusted Rib-Eye Roast, Roasted Butterflied Rack of Lamb, Roasted Spring Chicken, or the
St. Louis-style Pork Ribs.
Apart from the delectable spread, put on your dancing shoes and hit the dance floor with tunes from Penny Lane, our
resident band.
$60 per person
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0432 or [email protected]
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WiNE CiRCLE GALA diNNER
Friday, 28 November
7pm Cocktails
7.30pm dinner
Churchill Room
MENU
Taittinger Brut Nv
Trio of Seafood Fantasea
Salmon Rillette, Stone-seared Scallop, Lobster Knuckle,
Petite Salad
Faiveley Mercury Clos Rochette 2012
Galantine of Quail
Oven-roasted Galantine of Quail with Foie Gras
and Truffles
Parsnip-Potato Mousseline, Merlot Wine Reduction
Or
Chilean Seabass
Slow-cooked Fillet of Chilean Seabass
Jerusalem Artichoke Puree, Aruga Caviar,
Shellfish-Tomato Emulsion
Chateau Figeac 2000
Chateau Haut Batailley 2000
Chateau Talbot 2000
Cheese
Baked Truffle Brie Cheese and Tomme De Savoie
Roasted Fig, Quince and Pinot Paste, Walnut Bread
Chocolate Parfait
Pure Caraible Gran Cru Chocolate Parfait
Chocolate Hazelnut Mille Feuille, Pistachio Sauce
Chateau Rieussec 2010
$138 Wine Circle Member | $168 Non-Wine Circle Member
$188 Guest
dress code: Club Standard
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0432 or [email protected]
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vEuvE cLIcQuotYELLoW LAbEL cHAMPAgnEnovember-decemberAll bars
Who can resist those tiny bubbles dancing in their glass? This month you can
enjoy a bottle of Veuve at the special price of just $88 (reg. $101). Cheers!
WInE oF tHE MontH:PEccAvI EStAtE november-decemberAll bars
Peccavi Estate is a small family vineyard located in the
heart of the Margaret River region. It is well-known for its
high quality of wines, which is due to its hand-picked 100%
estate-grown fruit, and its experienced team of winemakers.
Peccavi Estate Chardonnay:
Rich and toasty, the Chardonnay is loaded with sweet fruits
and a distinctly nutty conclusion.
$74.50 bottle | $15.30 glass
Peccavi Estate Shiraz:
The Shiraz’s red-purple colour and rich aromatic fruit strikes
the senses.
$70.60 bottle | $14.50 glass
WInE tAStIngSaturday, 6 december, 2.30pm-5.30pmtea room
Wine afficionados rejoice! Join us for our upcoming wine
tasting with Enoteca. This is a great way to restock your cellar
before the holidays. We’ll be tasting a wonderful array of wines:
• Island Easter Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (Red)
• Mouton Cadet Vintage Edition 2011 (Red)
• Island Easter Chardonnay 2012 (White)
• Mouton Cadet Sauvignon Blanc 2012 (White)
• Allegrini Prosecco Millesimato DOC Treviso (Sparkling)
What’s more, for every six bottles purchased, we’ll give you
one more for free.
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0432 or [email protected]
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tHE cLub bAtHrobESWe’ve added another item to our memorabilia display in the Tea Room.
Club Bathrobes are now on sale at $48.
We also have wines and other memorabilia for sale. Please enquire at
Reception for more information.
A vISIt bY A dEScEndAntThe Tanglin Club was honoured to have Mr Dominic Walters, the
great grandson of Sir Winston Churchill, dine at the Churchill
Room, as guests of Members Mr Neil Williamson and Mr Tay
Cheng-Jim, for a Sunday dinner. Mr Walters graciously posed
next to a portrait of his iconic ancestor.
Regular patrons to the Churchill may have noticed a signature
on the portrait: it was signed by Mary Spencer-Churchill,
better known as Baroness Soames, who was the youngest of
Sir Winston’s five children. Sadly, Baroness Soames passed
away at the age of 91 in her home in London on 31 May 2014,
following a short illness.
PooLSIdE MEnuThe General Committee recommended that we seek ways to enhance
staff productivity, in view of the tightening labour market and escalating
costs. A self-serve counter poolside was explored, however, due to
the existing layout, it is difficult to introduce such a system. Instead,
we carefully designed a Poolside menu that incorporates all-time
favourites, particularly those that can be more easily enjoyed around
the pool. So, with effect from 1 November, a new Poolside menu will
be introduced which will be available in the Members’ Area of the Club
website. Please note that the full menu is still available at the Gazebo
and covered areas outside the Wheelhouse.
Also, based on low usage, we will be closing the Wheelhouse
an hour earlier, at 9.30pm from 1 November. We will be taking
kitchen orders until 9pm. If you have enquiries regarding the
Wheelhouse, please contact Ms. Ria Wendari at 6622 0432 or
Do You Know?
Do You Know?
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Oktoberfest in theChurchill RoomOktoberfest was a blast, and it was a pleasure to see so
many Members and guests enjoying themselves. The Swiss
Alpine Lions provided excellent entertainment, as usual,
and countless glasses of Erdinger beer were hoisted in
toasts through the evening. Prost!
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Since the article about the Gourmet Section appeared on
in October issue of The Tanglin Times we have received
many positive responses from Club Members. Many have
indicated their desire to join this group and have also made
suggestions as to the type of food that we should go and
taste. We will be setting up a committee to look into the
programmes and in the December publication we will be
able to provide you with the details.
In the meantime we will be planning an outing for those who
have signed up. For our first outing we will be making a visit
to a Japanese restaurant to taste some exotic Japanese
dishes.
Over the years, Japanese cuisine has become very popular
with both local and international communities. Nowadays
one can see the presence of Japanese restaurants in most
of our shopping complexes. Today, many will have tasted
sushi, tempura and ramen; they have become household
names.
Gourmet SectionFor Japanese food lovers we are also looking into organising
a one week trip to the Land of the Rising Sun in late March to
enable you to taste more Japanese food as well as to view
the sakura, which will be in full bloom during that time of
the year. Currently the cost for this trip is not available, but
for planning purposes you may want to set aside S$4,000.
Please let us know if you are keen to join the trip.
At the Club we have just celebrated Oktoberfest and many
have tasted the pork knuckles, sausages, and German beer.
Having had a taste of Bavarian food many will be craving
for more and we in the Gourmet Section will be looking into
this.
We look forward to welcoming you as a Member of our
Section and if you would like to find out more, please leave
your name and contact details with Ms Anqi at 6622 0438 or
david Goh
Gourmet Section
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When Albert Tay, the Club’s Choir conductor, introduced
John Rutter’s All Thing Bright and Beautiful, a number of
Choir Members and myself were not entirely comfortable
with the selection, as it was very different from what were
used to the English Hymnal. After several practice sessions,
we were won over by the song. We realised how beautiful
the song was, and we took great strides in performing this
harmonious melody. With no small amount of pride, we can
now say that we can sing this song with confidence.
The Choir was eager to try Rutter’s other compositions.
Albert dug deep into his music library, and produced an
equally enchanting Rutter score, entitled For the Beauty
of the Earth. Just like the previous composition, the tunes
for this melody were changed, making it a bigger challenge
for the Choir to overcome. With patience and effort, and
Albert’s guidance, we soon found our harmony, and can
now perform this song with ease, much to Albert’s delight.
By the time you read this article, you would have seen us
perform these two amazing compositions at the Choir Tea
Party held on 26 October at the Main Lobby. If you found
yourself tapping your feet to the beat and singing along
with the Choir, why not join us as a Choir Section Member?
At a nominal fee of $5 a month, not only can you sing your
heart out, but you can also gain more insight into vocal
training, as well as make more friends. All you need to do is
contact Ms. Anqi Liu at 6622 0438 or email your details to
We need more male singers, due to the absence of tenors
and bass in the Choir. So gentlemen, do come forward and
show the ladies what you can do. You are most welcome
to join us. If you are worried about your skills in choral
singing, don’t fret, as Albert is a wonderful teacher, and
you’ll improve with constant practice and effort. So take the
first step, and join us every Wednesday between 7.30pm
and 9.30pm, and let your spirit soar through singing!
david Goh
Co-Section Leader
Choir Section
tHE cHoIr SIngS coMPoSItIonS bY brItISH coMPoSEr And conductor oF cHorAL MuSIc,joHn MILFord ruttEr cbE
John Rutter
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0438 or [email protected]
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Good Girls Don’t, ButIndian Girls Do!
LIvE StAnd-uP coMEdY bY vIjAI nAtHAnWednesday, 3 december, 8.30pm-10pm
theatretteRussell Peters favourite comic will be performing for the first time in Singapore.
Catch her hilarious global hit show “Good Girls Don’t, But Indian Girls Do!” right
here at the Theatrette on her opening night exclusively for Tanglin Club members.
Comedian Vijai Nathan breaks every taboo as she exposes the underbelly of an
Indian American family. Vijai’s humor springs from her experiences growing up as a
‘foreigner’ in America–despite the fact she was born and raised in Washington, D.C.
She takes you through growing up Indian in a Jewish neighborhood; her discovery
of Madonna in a repressed Hindu household; and how she finds herself along the
way. It’s Pretty in Pink meets My Big Fat Monsoon Wedding.
$48 Member | $58 guestPrice is inclusive of a glass of wine.
Suitable for 16 years and older.
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0438 or [email protected]
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the tanglin club’s charity opera cocktailSunday, 16 november, 4.30pm-6pmchurchill roomdresscode: cocktail$25 Member | $30 GuestAll donations welcome.
Come and enjoy some music, wine, and canapés while
supporting a worthwhile cause. ALL proceeds from the
evening will be in aid of the Dover Park Hospice, the
Tanglin Club’s adopted charity for 2014-2015.
Soprano Tanya Sen, accompanied by pianist Sharon Ham,
will be performing a selection of opera arias from famous
French and Italian operas such as La Boheme, Faust, Nozze
di Figaro, and more. The afternoon will feature favourite
works by composers such as Mozart, Gounod, Donizetti,
Bellini, and others.
About Tanya Sen
Tanya Sen is a classically-trained vocalist whose repertoire
includes opera, pop, rock, and jazz in several European
and Asian languages.
She recently graduated with a Master’s in Engineering from
Oxford University, where she also received voice training
from Bronwen Mills. She also studied at the Bel Canto
Institute in Italy, where she trained with vocal coaches from
the New York Metropolitan Opera.
While at Oxford, Tanya was President of the Trinity College
Music Society and a member of the award-winning jazz
a-capella group, The Oxford Gargoyles, with whom she
went on tour of the US East Coast. She also gave a number
of solo recitals and sang with orchestras and jazz bands in
the university.
In the past, Tanya lived in the Middle East, where she won a
number of national-level voice prizes such as the ‘UAE Best
of the Best’ and ‘Channel 4 Radiostar,’ and performed at
venues such as the Burj al Arab and the Madinat Jumeirah.
Seats are limited so book fast. For more information or
reservations please call Anqi at 6622 0438 or email
About Dover Park Hospice
Dover Park Hospice was founded in 1992 as a secular,
nonprofit organisation to meet the growing need in
Singapore for hospice care for terminally-ill patients. It
is Singapore’s first purpose-built hospice, designed to
provide a serene environment close to nature.
Open to everyone regardless of age, race, religion, or
income level, Dover Park Hospice is dedicated to meeting
the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of
those who are nearing the end of life’s journey. The goal is
to enhance the living, comfort the dying, and support the
grieving with compassion and dignity.
At Dover Park Hospice, Every Moment Matters. Since
opening its doors to its first patient in 1995, we have
brought care and comfort to more than 8,000 terminally-ill
patients and their families through a programme of active
and compassionate service.
4.30pm: Doors open
(Free flow of wine and canapés)
5.00pm: Cocktail reception
5.20pm: All to be seated
5.30pm: Performance starts (No service)
6.15pm: Performance Ends
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0438 or [email protected]
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New Year’sEve Ball
countdoWn to 2015Wednesday, 31 december, 7.30pm-1.30am
dining AreasChurchill Room, Tavern, and Tea Room
4-course set dinner with free-flow of wine, beer, and soft
drinks until 1.30am. Late-night supper from 11pm onwards.
Entertainment (Main Lobby)Band on The Run, The Alexander Project
Jazz and Soul artist Dylan Foster
Saxophonist Nicole Duffell
Singapore Police Force Ghurkha Pipers & Drummers
War Drum Performers
dresscode: ballgowns and tuxedos
Reservations open on Monday, 17 November, 9am
EARLY-BIRD SPECIAL (for Members only):
Book between 17 and 30 November to enjoy a
special rate of $201.50
$215 Member | $270 guestAfter 11pm: $130 Member | $150 guest
Strictly no verbal or telephone
bookings/cancellations allowed.
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0438 or [email protected]
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cLEAn And grEEn crAFt ActIvItIESEvery Friday & Saturday, 1-22 november2 sessions: 10am-12pm and 4pm-6pmPlayroomFor kids aged 4-12 years old
Kids, let’s reuse, reduce, and recycle. Get creative with the
Kids Associates and turn everyday household items into
works of art.
complimentary
HELP SAvE MotHEr EArtH - SKIt & ActIvItY tIMESunday, 23 november, 1pm-2pmteens LoungeFor kids aged 4-12 years old
Storytelling is a great skill to teach to kids. It helps improve
their language skills, instills a love of reading, and stirs
their imagination. Let your child’s imagination flourish, as
they join the Events Associates to help save Mother Earth.
$10 per child$5 will be donated to the Dover Park Hospice, The Tanglin
Club’s adopted charity.
HoLLY joLLY SAntA KIdS’ cHrIStMAS PArtYSaturday, 6 december, 12pm-2pmdraycott and claymore roomsFor kids aged 4-12 years old
Hey kids, have fun with Santa and his elves as they
prepare to celebrate Christmas here at the Club.
$45 Member | $50 guest(inclusive of buffet lunch and entertainment)
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0438 or [email protected]
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YuMMY cHrIStMAS cooKIESSunday, 13 december, 4pm-6pmWheelhouse Function roomFor kids aged 4-10 years old
Have fun rolling out the cookie dough using the cookie
cutters. Whilst waiting for the cookies to bake, make your
own gift box to place your freshly baked cookies after they
are ready. Only 30 seats available, so book now!
$15 Member | $18 guest
cHrIStMAS PAntoMIME:ALAddInSaturday, 29 november, 7pmSunday, 30 november, 11amtheatrette
A day of magic, music, and mirth for the young and the
young at heart. Guaranteed to be a pre-Christmas cracker
of a show.
Duration: 75 minutes
$32 Member | $35 guest
cHrIStMAS trEE LIgHtIngSunday, 30 november6pm-8pmMain Lobbyrefreshments will be served in the churchill room
The Tanglin Club Choir and the Wessex Choir will be
performing your favourite Christmas carols.
Santa Claus is making an appearance with candy canes
and gingerbreadmen for the kids and mulled wine for the
adults.
complimentary
EnQuIrIES: 6622 0438 or [email protected]
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The Energy Task Force was mandated in 2012 at the Annual General
Meeting and is comprised of three Members: CK Chang, Patrick
Teo, and Ian Lander. With their mix of skills: two engineers and an
architect, they come from ideal backgrounds to evaluate the Club’s
energy consumption, suggest ways to decrease it, and support
our facilities team in creating manageable and sustainable energy
solutions.
Shining a Light on Energy consumptionThe Energy Task Force’s latest suggestion for change was recently
implemented by our facilities team. The Task Force evaluated the
lights in the Clubhouse and Sports & Recreation Complex and
determined there was a significant opportunity for savings if the
Club switched from fluorescent, PLC, and halogen lights to LED
(light-emitting diode) lights.
LED lights were first invented in the 1960s, but they weren’t widely
adopted. A push in the late 2000s to lower the cost of the bulbs and
make them more readily available, led to more commercial and home
uses of LED lights. LED bulbs typically last up to 25 times longer
than regular incandescent light bulbs and are also significantly less
expensive over their lifespan than incandescent bulbs. Add to those
benefits the fact that LEDs are generally six to seven times more
energy efficient, and you have a winning combination.
In fact, the LED light is so important to our life today and has made
such an impact, that in October, two Japanese and one American
scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for their
discovery, which made possible white LED light.
Working closely with Erik Siow, the Club’s maintenance manager,
the Energy Task Force recommended that nearly 4,000 light bulbs
in the Clubhouse and sports complex be change to LED lights. The
process began in July and was recently completed at the end of
September. This change, which will be almost seamless to Members,
will save the Club an approximate $160,000 per annum, and lead
to an average minimum energy savings of 50 percent. That’s an
incredible impact.
As the task force looks ahead, they are determining, with the help
of the facilities team, the viability of changing the floodlights on the
tennis courts to LED lights to incur further energy and cost savings.
If undertaken, this project would likely not begin until after the new
year, as the assessment is still underway.
Keeping coolThe task force is currently working on our Clubhouse chiller. The
chiller is an integral part of the Club’s HVAC (heating, ventilation,
and air-conditioning) system and helps keep our building cool. Our
chiller today is not as efficient as it should be, and the task force,
along with our facilities team, is actively assessing ways to optimise
it. With the guidance of the task force, one set of retrofits has been
completed on this chiller, and the team is now in the process of
rating the energy efficiency. They are hopeful that the results will be
positive and that further savings will be realised.
What’s nextThe task force is looking ahead for their next project. There are so
many advances in the field of energy conservation and so much
attention on creating impactful and lasting change that they see
many opportunities on the long-term horizon.
As CK Chang, who leads the Energy Task Force says, “Energy
conservation is a journey, not a destination.” And though the Club
has made great strides, he feels there are many more projects the
Club can undertake that will improve energy efficiency in the years
to come.
Creating an environment for change can sometimes be difficult. But what if we could start to make a positive change without negatively affecting those in the situation? Wouldn’t that be the ideal way to change?
Energised for Change
From left: Maintainence Manager Erik Siow, ETF leader CK Chang, and the suppliers of the LED lights
Energy Task Force | Clean and Green
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Photographs courtesy of Mr CK Chang
16 watts from LED (left), versus 40 watts from the fluorescent light (right).
Patrick Teo is a strong advocate of exploring options for solar
energy at the Club. The cost of solar panels has dropped
significantly over the years and with Singapore’s sunny, tropical
climate he sees this as a practical solution to increase energy
efficiency. He also speaks enthusiastically about collecting and
purifying rainwater for non-potable uses at the Club. Some
applications could include watering plants or toilet water.
Evaluating the third and fourth stories of the carpark and
installing motion detectors for the lights is also on their radar
screen for the future.
Reducing our energy footprint is something that is achievable,
especially when every Member and staff member plays his or
her part. Together we can achieve more.
6 Simple Ways You can Increase our Energy Efficiency at the club1. Use fewer towels at the pool. They air dry quickly. Do you
really need another one?
2. Take the stairs instead of the lift. It’s good for your health
and lowers our energy consumption.
3. Only take the dishes and cutlery you need at the buffet.
Fewer dishes, means less energy to wash and dry them.
4. Turn off the lights when you are the last person leaving a
function or meeting room.
5. If you are hosting a meeting, consider raising the
temperature in the room by one degree. Most people can’t
tell the difference, but it saves energy!
6. Cut your shower time by two minutes. It takes energy to
heat the water and two minutes multiplied by hundreds of
showers equals significant savings.
Energy conservation Energy conservation is not just a catch phrase for staff, but a
mantra of sorts, and is part of their mindset at the Club. In line
with the Singapore Government’s plan to transform Singapore
into an energy smart nation and enhance our urban environment
in the long term, the Club is doing its part to protect our
environment, and is always on the look out for best practices
in energy conservation. Here are a few examples of what we’re
doing in the Club:
Many of the staff rely on computers to do their work, and unlike
home platforms, workstations can be switched on up to 18
hours a day. However, computers are not always used; staff go
on rest breaks and to meetings. So to combat waste, computers
automatically switch to sleep mode after five minutes of non-
use, which saves energy.
It’s common knowledge that air-conditioning systems consume
the bulk of an electricity bill. In a climate like Singapore’s,
these systems can easily break down from heavy usage and
the atmospheric particles they frequently trap. To ensure an
efficient system, the air-conditioners in all areas are routinely
cleaned, which results in a cleaner environment and lower
energy bills as a result of the regular maintenance.
Photocopiers are a staple in offices, and they can produce a
lot of waste if not properly used. The Club’s photocopiers are
efficient and are put on sleep mode at night, only activating
when a facsimile comes in, but just enough to print the fax.
Paper waste from these copiers is also a worry, but not so in
the Club. Staff in different departments share information with
one another using a central computer server, which reduces
the need to print documents and keeps printing to a minimum.
Furthermore, non-pertinent documents are frequently recycled.
Reports and other documents are also printed double-sided.
Energy conservation is not just about electricity, but also about
water. The water taps in staff washrooms are push button.
These have the advantage of delivering a pre-set amount of
water, then shutting off. This prevents water wastage from taps
that are left running, and has the added bonus of being more
hygienic.
Recycling bins are also available in the Club, and they are most
prominent at the Multi Storey Car Park in the main Clubhouse.
Recycled waste is pre-sorted, which means they are efficiently
separated into paper, plastic, glass, metal, and fabric.
Says Indika Fernando, the Club’s M&E executive, and the
unofficial green ambassador amongst the staff, “It is easy to
understand that when energy and water we save, we are also
saving money. For any business organisation, especially the
club especially, it is vital to keep the operating costs low, so
as to contribute to the financial bottom line. Therefore, it is
important to promote awareness and to practice energy-saving
initiatives in the Club, and to reduce unnecessary energy
consumption and wastage. At the same time, this will also
help us to reduce the Club’s carbon emissions and thereby
contribute to the sustainability of our environment.”
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MOVIE OF THE WEEK* Children’s matinee at 2.30pm
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Introduction Evening6pm at the Raffles Room
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Bring-A-Guest Night6pm at the Tennis Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Annual Golf Championship (cont.)Jurong Country Club
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
32nd Annual Swimming Championship2pm at the swimming pool
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Meet The Author: Adele Parks6pm at the Raffles Room
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Ten-Pin Bowling Section Practice Session 6pm at The American Club
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
The Tanglin Club’s Charity Opera Cocktail4.30pm at the Churchill Room
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Ten-Pin Bowling Section Practice Session 6pm at The American Club
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Help Save ‘Mr Earth’–Skit & Activity Time1pm at Teens Lounge
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Wine Circle Gala Dinner7pm at the Churchill Room
Annual Balut Championshipsat 6.30pm
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Christmas Pantomime: Aladdin7pm at the Theatrette
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Christmas Pantomime: Aladdin11am at the Theatrette
Christmas Tree Lighting6pm at the Main Lobby
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MOVIE OF THE WEEK* Children’s matinee at 2.30pm
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Introduction Evening6pm at the Raffles Room
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Bring-A-Guest Night6pm at the Tennis Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Annual Golf Championship (cont.)Jurong Country Club
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
32nd Annual Swimming Championship2pm at the swimming pool
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Meet The Author: Adele Parks6pm at the Raffles Room
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Ten-Pin Bowling Section Practice Session 6pm at The American Club
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
The Tanglin Club’s Charity Opera Cocktail4.30pm at the Churchill Room
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Ten-Pin Bowling Section Practice Session 6pm at The American Club
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Help Save ‘Mr Earth’–Skit & Activity Time1pm at Teens Lounge
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Squash Section Handicap6.45pm at the Squash Courts
Choir Practice7.30pm at the Theatrette
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Lawn Bowls Handicap6pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Squash Section Night6pm at the Squash Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Wine Circle Gala Dinner7pm at the Churchill Room
Annual Balut Championshipsat 6.30pm
Bridge Section Duplicate Game12.30pm at the Card Room
Darts Team Training 5pm at Tangles
Club Squash Night5.15pm at the Squash Courts
Tennis Socials8pm at the Tennis Courts
Churchill Room closed for dinner
Clean and Green Craft Activities10am–12pm and 4pm–6pmat the Wheelhouse Function Room
Christmas Pantomime: Aladdin7pm at the Theatrette
Darts Team Training3pm at Tangles
Squash Socials3pm at the Squash Courts
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
Christmas Pantomime: Aladdin11am at the Theatrette
Christmas Tree Lighting6pm at the Main Lobby
Lawn Bowls Match Practice3.45pm at the Lawn Bowls Green
Weekend Club Tennis4pm at the Tennis Courts
NOVEMBER 2014
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Mandela Long Walk to Freedom - 31 Oct to 2 Nov
The Fault in Our Stars - 7 to 9 Nov
Railway Man - 14 to 16 Nov
The Intouchables - 21 to 23 Nov
Justin and the Knights of Valour* - 1 & 2 Nov
Furry Vengeance* - 8 & 9 Nov
Pay It Forward - 13 Nov
Maleficent* - 15 & 16 Nov
Alpha & Omega* - 22 & 23 Nov
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September was bonanza game time with three
games for the Section to throw themselves
headlong into. First up was the penultimate round
of the Inter-Club competition, this time hosted
by the Indian Association. Given the location of
the IA, kudos to them for organising off-street
parking without getting a love note from the
URA/LTA! When the Inter-Club teams gather, it is
always in good sport, including plenty of jest and
some good-natured ribbing. At the end of a very
raucous evening, Singapore Cricket Club Team 1
emerged from the scuffle as winners, and we are
all looking forward to the final round in October
at the Cricket Club.
Speaking of the Cricket Club, the annual SCC-
TC POT Games strolled into view, and SCC
(again) retained the trophy. Our Balut team made
a heroic effort, with Covenor Sethuraman and
Gale Creighton putting down 10 baluts between
them, but, in the end we trailed SCC’s 12,333
points with our collective of 12,176. Well done
team, and yes, there is next year!
Our month-end game served as a warm up for
the POT Games, and the ladies came through to
claim all the prizes. Gale Creighton topped the
leader board with her 663 score, and Fatema
Sadiq claimed the game score with her 140
points. A simple repast at the Tavern prior to the
evening did not in any way quieten the lot either!
The Leader Board (based on four best games)
shows:
1. Bansi Sethuraman 2458
2. Nicky Hardy 2419
3. Deepa Gupta 2387
4. Esther Ling 2383
5. Vikram Raman 2371
6. Nina Menon 2370
Still to come: the finals of the Inter-Club and the
Inter-Port (both at the SCC), our own final games,
the Inter-Section game and the much anticipated
Staff Vs Section game.
vikram Raman
Balut Section Committee Member
Sports & Recreation | Balut
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Hello, November! We are fast approaching the
end of yet another eventful year! Do look out for
details on our Christmas Snooker Marathon and
Dinner. Save the date: 6 December 2014.
We had a really busy September with the Ian
Braslin Trophy, Section Night, and this year,
The Tanglin Club hosted the annual POT Games
against Singapore Cricket Club.
iAN BRASLiN
An exciting competition with a dramatic finish to
the competition with two top players battling it
out! In the end Mr Cheung Yew Tak managed to
out play Mr Arshad Bhojani to take the trophy.
Well done, Yew Tak!
SEPTEMBER SECTiON NiGHT
A well-attended night with several players in
the running for the most number of wins, but Dr
Ng Boon Keng managed to just pip the field to
clinch the trophy. Mr Alex Yew, after three or four
attempts at the highest break, finally managed
to sink just the right number of balls to win the
highest break. Congratulations to our winners!
POT GAMES
As usual, we were the perfect host; ensuring that
our guests had full glasses and stomachs and at
the same time playing the gentlemen’s game. We
managed to win a couple of games but the Cricket
Club showed that they meant business from
the start when they fielded the world champion
3-ball player Peter Gilchrist. Nonetheless, the
team of Arshard Bhojani, KK Chong, Davin Liok,
Chu Tee Seng, Mark Simpson, John Yeo, Kevin
Chen, Hugh William Scheffer, Nigel Lewis, and
Alex Yew gave a good showing. Thank you all for
your participation and especially to the Members
who also turned up to lend their support!
Let’s work harder and make it a different result
next year!
Billiards Section Committee
Billiards | Sports & Recreation
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THE WiNNiNG TEAM - POT 2014
Bridge was included for the very first time this
year in our annual POT Games against the
Singapore Cricket Club. Incidentally, we take
turns in hosting and this year it was ours.
We played Teams Format with each club fielding
twelve players. Half-time was called after twelve
boards were played for a rather long tea break
for guests and hosts to mingle over a lovely
spread of samosas, curry puffs, and spring rolls,
amongst other delicious snacks. Thereafter,
another twelve boards were completed and the
competition ended at about 6pm when we made
our way to the Churchill Room for the celebration.
We are indeed very pleased to say that we
were the only Section in our Club to have won
in this year’s POT Games and many thanks
to the following participants for their brilliant
performance.
Deepa Gupta Aisha Elliott
Sherna Danani Lily Lim
Sharon Gray Jyoti Singh
Annette Hartland Subina Khaneja
Rohini Arya Mag Medora
S. Kanagasundrum Esther Ling
Our thanks to Professor CC Chen for being
Director of the Day and to Arziz for the
photography sessions and for making sure
that all our ladies were appropriately attired in
the green Tanglin uniforms. Thanks also to the
Singapore Cricket Club players; we hope they
enjoyed the afternoon as much as we did.
Lily Lim
Bridge Section Committee Member
Sports & Recreation | Bridge
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dARTS - ANNUAL POT GAMES 2014
The battle for the POT was held on 27 September
2014 at The Tanglin Club. Our prestigious
opponent, the Singapore Cricket Club (SCC),
joined us in our annual event to attempt to
win the POT. Enthusiasts of the Darts Section
clashed in a competitive, friendly rivalry to
honour a tradition that goes back to more than
three decades.
TTC Darts players had a marvellous encounter
with the SCC players. The enthusiasm was clearly
visible when the players displayed a constructive,
competitive spirit and a controlled release of their
emotions. The wonderful afternoon was spent
with the competitors constantly inter-mingling to
achieve their final score. Beer, wine, and food
filled the tables of Tangles, while the competition
provided exposure to the fun, sportsmanship,
and of course the pressure of the sport of darts.
Yet, pre and post game handshakes created a
friendly and personal contact in lieu of controlled,
pre-programmed collisions.
Congratulations to the SCC players for being the
winners of the Darts POT 2014. They won six
games out of nine.
We are extremely proud of TTC players MC
Cheong, Denis Hardy, and Nicky Hardy who
managed to win three games. It was marvellous
to watch their outstanding performance and
great darts.
The evening celebration of the POT Games
featured great entertainment and food at the
grand Churchill Room. The splendid trophies
were given away to the winners in all categories
of sports.
KEEPiNG THE RiGHT FOCUS
Dear darts friends, we need to enhance the
true competitive darts spirit among us. With all
the new enthusiastic Members joining us, it is
important for our mature darters to mingle with
the novice players and develop their confidence
and their ability to play great darts.
Let us organise monthly competitive games
to win prizes and hone our darts skills. For
more information, contact Cielito, our Sports &
Recreation Executive.
Sepalika Kumarasinghe
Darts Section Committee Member
Congratulations to all Darts winners of the POT Games 2014
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dAzzLiNG dANCE NiGHT
The biggest dazzle of the evening on 6 September
at the Dazzling Dance Night in the Churchill
Room was the attendance by Members. For the
first time in a Dance Section event, there were
more Members than guests. With an attendance
of about 80 participants, 64% were Members.
The drive by the Dance Committee to get more
Members to participate in dance events is
bearing fruit.
Entertainment was a dazzling performance of
the Waltz and Cha Cha by former Regional
Professional Latin American Dance Champions,
Sam and Michelle Fong. Club President Mr
Joseph Chew and Mrs Chew were special guests,
and the President addressed the gathering.
Dance Committee Member Dr Charlotte Yung
was the able Emcee for the evening and got the
programme moving with clockwork precision.
Many Members participated in the event for the
first time and from feedback, it would not be
their last. It was an evening of good food, fun,
dancing, and fellowship amongst Members and
friends in an environment of a Members` club.
It is hoped that even more Members will join
in the next dance event, the Christmas Ball in
December. Besides the dance show, The Tanglin
Club Choir will entertain us with Christmas carols.
Freddie Lee
Dance Section Convenor
Sports & Recreation | Dance
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iNTERMEdiATE BALLROOM ANd LATiN dANCE CLASSES
Every Thursday, Starting 30 October
Multi-Purpose Hall
Foxtrot (Technique): 8pm to 9pm
Rumba: 9.15pm to 10.15pm
Instructor: Sam Fong, Former Regional Professional Latin
American Dance Champion
$107.00 Member | $128.40 Guest
8 sessions per class
NEW BEGiNNERS dANCE CLASSES
Every Sunday, Starting 2 November
Multi-Purpose Hall
Salsa: 4pm to 5pm
Latin Cha Cha: 5.15pm to 6.15pm
Instructor: Louis Ng, Former Regional Professional Latin
American Dance Champion
$107.00 Member | $128.40 Guest
8 sessions per class
CHRiSTMAS BALL
Saturday, 6 december, 7.30pm
Churchill Room
Resident Band Penny Lane with Marlee on vocals and
a DJ will be in attendance. There will be a floorshow by
Jonathan Tan and Yang Jiamin, Ballroom Amateur Rising
Star Champions. Christmas Carols by The Tanglin Club’s
Choir.
Dress Code: Christmas Colours of Green and Red
3-Course Dinner with Complimentary Glass of Wine
$35 dance Section Members
$55 Non-dance Section Members | $80 Guests
Registration: 1 October to 8 November:
Members and up to four guests per member
From 9 November:
Members with additional guests (subject to availability)
Last date for cancellation: 28 November 2014
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ONE dAY WELLNESS RETREAT
Wednesday, 12 November
7am-2pm
draycott Room
This is your invitation to health and happiness with a total
mind and body detox with an all-in-one holistic wellness
day. This fast track Health Retreat is recommended for
stress relief, detoxification, relaxation, renewed strength,
revitalisation, and rejuvenation.
Event Includes:
• Gentle Yoga
• Breathing and meditation workshop
• Wellness through plant remedies workshop
• Aromatic massage
• Body fat assessment and consultation
• Healthy brunch
Member $99 | Guest $120
FREE AQUA SPiN TRiAL CLASS
Wednesdays in November
8am-9am and 9.15am-10.15am
Pool
For the month of November, Aqua Spin will be holding free
trial classes. You will spin in a stationary position underwater,
harnessing the intrinsic worth of water-buoyancy and
resistance–to assist you in performing intensive yet gentle
exercise motions.
For a free trial, contact [email protected] or aziz.
WELLNESS THROUGH PLANT REMEDIES WORKSHOP
Harvesting the goodness of plant materials and aromatic plant oils for the purpose of psychological
and physical well-being, this workshop addresses the conditions associated with modern, fast-paced
living through the therapeutic properties and potentials of the best kept secrets of Mother Nature dating
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TRiP TO SOUTH AFRiCA
We touched down in Johannesburg
where it was a fine spring morning,
but a chilly 12 degrees. We headed
east along the highway crossing the
plateau for lunch in the quaint
town of Dullstrom, before
heading on towards the Blyde
River Canyon. It was a tiring
day and the group was pleased
to arrive at Oliver’s–a small
boutique hotel on the edge
of Kruger where we spent the
first night.
The next day started with
ominously dark clouds but by
the time we tee’d off in Leopard
Creek the sun was shining and
the rain clouds had passed. Ranked
the number two course in South Africa
and host to the Dunhill Masters, the
course was testing and we ‘donated’
our fair share of balls into the various
water hazards!
From Leopard Creek, we flew by
private plane, crossing over Kruger
National Park heading north to the
superb Thornybush Game Reserve.
On our first safari game drive we were
lucky to spot white rhino and cape
buffalo as well as giraffe, antelope,
warthogs, and zebra. Elephants, lions,
and even leopards followed the next
day to complete the ‘Big 5’ sightings.
We headed back towards the lodge in
the evening before rounding a corner
to find a surprise ‘bush’ dinner.
Dining tables had been set out on
the dry river bed, complete with a
bar, buffet food stations, and flaming
braziers. Fires burnt brightly and
kerosene lamps lit the tables as we
enjoyed a sumptuous three–course
dinner under the stars.
The final morning game drive saw our
numbers depleted as some people
opted for a lie-in. The hardy ‘survivors’
were treated to a spectacular sighting
of a mother and cub leopard relaxing
in a tree and then dining on an
antelope that she had killed
previously.
From Kruger we headed down
south to the coastal town
of George where we were
greeted by cooler weather
but grey skies. Fortunately,
the following morning dawned
brightly and we tee’d off on
the Fancourt Montagu Course
in fresh but sunny conditions.
The area is a mecca for
golfers with numerous courses in the
vicinity. The Fancourt Golf Estate and
Hotel has three courses of its own
and everyone was impressed with
the efficiency and quality of the golf
operations.
The group played a mini-Ryder Cup
tournament with eight people playing
for Europe and the other eight for the
USA. The best four scores from each
group counted with the “European”
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group gaining the early bragging
rights! The day ended with a dinner on
a paddle cruiser and an opportunity
to try the local speciality of Knysna
oysters, washed down with some
local sparkling wine.
The following day we headed to the
famous Links Course–ranked No. 1
in South Africa and a past host of the
President’s Cup. The early morning
showers cleared just in time, and
everyone enjoyed a round on this
exclusive course. The resident golf
pro joined the group to give us some
tips on course management and a few
helpful hints as we played. He later
joined us for a final dinner at Henry
White’s Restaurant at Fancourt.
The next stop was Pinnacle Point Golf
Club, which winds its way along the
cliffs at Mossel Bay on the Garden
Route. This spectacular course offers
a chance to test your skills against the
off shore breezes, with par 3 holes
that are perched on the very edge of
the cliffs. There were a few ‘Mulligans’
awarded and a few golf balls lost
into the ocean below. Anyone with
a fear of heights was at a distinct
disadvantage!
From Mossel Bay the group made
its way to Cape Town, arriving in
the evening in time for dinner. The
following day was set aside for
sightseeing, with a trip out to Robben
Island, the notorious prison where
Nelson Mandela was held under the
apartheid regime. In the afternoon we
made a dash for the cable car and up
to the summit of Table Mountain, but
our sun downer drinks and snacks on
the top were cut short as the winds
began to increase and the group had
to descend back to the base.
The penultimate day included some
serious shopping for souvenirs before
we headed into the winelands of
Stellenbosch for a quick visit to the
wine estate of Ernie Els. The group
was able to sample the wines and visit
his trophy room before we headed to
De Zalze Golf Club for 18 holes. Set
amongst the vines and orange groves
the course is nice and flat, ideal for
walking off some of the wine and food
we had enjoyed the previous days.
After golf we headed into the valley
at Stellenbosch to the Guardian Peak
Wine Estate to enjoy the spectacular
views and a wine tasting followed by
dinner.
The final morning dawned bright,
and luckily the strong winds that had
featured on the previous two days had
abated. We headed off around Table
Bay stopping first at a Golf Superstore
where the group was able to try out
clubs and purchase items before our
final round at Atlantic Beach Golf
Club. The course is a links-style with
fantastic views across bay to the city
and Table Mountain beyond.
Over the 10 days there were various
mini competitions, men vs ladies,
Tanglin vs SICC, culminating in the
final round at Atlantic Beach with
players representing either the Ernie
Els or Gary Player team. Most people
came out evens by the end of the tour,
spending their winnings on South
African wine at the final seafood
dinner in the V&A Waterfront in Cape
Town.
Overall the trip was a blend of safari,
sight seeing, top South African golf
courses, and plenty of shopping, fun,
food, and wine tasting. The group
departed for Singapore with great
memories, stunning photos, and some
new golfing friends.
Lucy Kublikowski
Out of Africa Travel & Golf Ltd
www.outofafricatravel.com
Skype: outofafricatravel
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TANGLiN CLUB ANNUAL GOLF
CHAMPiONSHiP
This is one of the two major Tanglin
Club golf events in the annual calendar
and the lure of pleasure, prizes, and
prestige, and the opportunity to play
golf at Sentosa attracted around one
hundred participants. The Tanjung
Course at Sentosa is celebrating its
40th anniversary this year and with
it now being the subject of redesign
plans, possibly this provided a last
chance for some to enjoy the current
course’s lush tropical golfing landscape
and especially interesting quartet of par
threes.
Following a chicken rice lunch, photo
shoots, and a few extra poses on the
practice greens a shot gun initiated
commencement of play under
moderately but not so threatening
cloudy skies and pleasant golfing
weather conditions. Unfortunately, prior
to round completion the clouds turned
black and a deluge of rain wiped out
the last few holes for all and sundry. So
40 turned out to be not so auspicious
for this Annual Championship and no
Champion was crowned. As the number
of holes played by some participants
extended to only twelve, it was decided
to base results for the day on stableford
points achieved over each individual’s
first twelve holes. The game scheduled
for 7 November at Jurong Country Club
will now be used to award the Club
Championship.
Still, there was more to the day than
golf, and the Churchill Room provided
the venue for a sumptuous buffet
spread, merriment, prize giving, and
lucky draws. This particular nineteenth
hole also included the opportunity
for attendees to show off prowess on
the indoor green. The putting contest
culminated in a shoot out between
Norman Walford and Michael Gray
with the latter taking the spoils of a
complimentary flight at Jurong Country
Club.
Winners for the Day
MALE:
1st: Paul Healy
2nd: Kelvin Ngiam
3rd: Tan Kok Chai
FEMALE:
1st: Sally Liew
2nd: Chan Lin-Mei
3rd: Jackie Williams
Last but not least thanks go to the
sponsors of this event.:
Jaermann & Stubi, Paresa, Jurong
Country Club, Eu Yan Seng, Black
Angus Steakhouse, Freeman, Asian
Tigers, Aquarius, Block Up, Fruit of the
Earth, and Nuun.
ANNUAL POT GAMES
The annual POT Games involves
representatives from Singapore Cricket
Club and Tanglin Club competing in
nine events (i.e. Lawn Bowls, Bridge,
Balut, Tennis, Squash, Golf, Cricket,
Snooker, Darts, and Golf).
The golf event is a 4 ball better ball
matchplay comprising ten matches
requiring two players from each club for
each match. The initial challenge for this
event is the recruitment of competitive
golfers from the Tanglin membership to
provide a respectable adversary for our
opponents. On this particular occasion,
recruitment endeavours came to some
fruition as the match was evenly fought
over a course in pristine condition and
still very fresh with challenge after its
recent $24m makeover.
Thanks and well done to all that came
out to represent Tanglin.
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David White/Gopal Banerji beat Peter
Salt/Hugh Darwell
Simon Yuen/Jurgen Martiens beat
Victor Yeung/Tan Bak Choon
Hugh Hoyes Cock/Paul Healy beat
Ross Tan/Richard Stapely-Oh
Teo Meng Toon/Patrick Kwek beat Lim
Khoon/Denny Sioh
Vincent Cho/Lee How Sheng beat
Sandy Wimalasena
Philip Seet/Kenneth Koh lost to Suresh
Prabu/Mike Mahaffy
Tony Faneco/Fred Pickering lost to Eric
Teoh/Jimmy Ong
Lim Khoon Hin/Lee Seng Teik lost to
Tim Ong/Richard Ow
Steven Ong/Chow Yoon Seng lost to
Vincent Ho/Steven Ng
Wolfgang Hollermann lost to Allan Muir/
Alvin Khoo
Overall result 5 matches each. Note
one single player on each side due to
no shows.
Thanks to our hosts Jurong Country
Club for providing such tasty cusine
and an après golf venue well suited to
inter-club camaraderie and opportunity
to embellish the day’s golfing tales.
In conclusion, golf provided Tanglin a
half point in the overall competition but
this was not enough to help regain the
POT Trophy from SCC.
TOPiCAL FOR SEPTEMBER 2014 ANd
THE RYdER CUP
A little known golf rule:
Many players miss out on qualifying for
the Ryder Cup for unusual reasons–an
unexpected injury or perhaps a clash of
personalities with the captain selecting
the wildcards. However, the saddest
story of a player’s absence from the
matches came in 1981 when Calvin
Peete, one of the first black golfers to
make a mark on the PGA Tour, was
barred from the team because of a
PGA of America regulation that stated
all full members of the association
must have a high school diploma. This
requirement had passed unnoticed until
Peete’s play in the build-up put him into
a Ryder Cup qualifying position and,
without the certificate, the team left for
Britain without him. But Peete studied
hard, passed the necessary exams, and
qualified for the team in 1983 and 1985.
Footnotes
Waiting for inspiration
is a cruel past-time.
I much prefer Golf.
If. . .
in every game all greens were hit
and each was then one putted
would golf as a game
still be the same
its mystery all but gutted?
Error-less play may be the goal
but when you come down to it
to play the best
would end the test
so. . .
would you want to do it?
NEVER MISS
To make a putt without a doubt
A mind-trick to apply:
Pretend that you’ve already missed
And this is your second try!
- Leon S White, PhD
Paul Healy
Golf Section Committee Member
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LAWN BOWLS POT GAMES 2014
Tanglin Lawn Bowls hosted the POT Games
with the teams from Singapore Cricket Club. Six
teams of three each competed on 7 September
at the Club’s Bowls Green on the fourth floor.
The initial threatening
clouds gave way to
a very fine, clear day
when the tournament
started at 4pm. The
games were played
on an 18-ends and
3-balls format of three
Members per team.
Our team, captained
by Rodger Kimpton,
started off with confidence and the hope of
beating our well-known tough opponents, on
home ground. But it was a tough battle against
the veterans from SCC who were determined to
overcome the oughts of the fast turf of our lawn.
It was a neck-and-neck battle, with our teams
just leading narrowly by four to two most of the
way. But alas, despite our home turf advantage,
an unexpected change of luck and an apparent
lack of stamina overtook our teams towards the
end.
Our Team A led till the 15 ends, with the score of
20-16. But at the last 3 ends, they lost all their
ends with 9 bowls in total, to give our visitors a
20-25 points victory.
Team B led all the way till 16 ends. They were up
17-11, an almost unassailable lead in a normal
situation. Unfortunately their nerves cracked up
at the last two ends
when they lost three
bowls and four bowls
respectively, thus
giving our visitors a
very narrow win of
18 to 17.
Two of our teams
won with narrow
margins of one
and five bowls
respectively. However, two other teams almost
never saw the light of day as they struggled to a
score of 10 to 25 , and 14 to 27 losses.
So we lost not just by the number of team
games; we also lost by total score. We obviously
missed the services of our champion, Virginia
Longfellow, and our veterans, Derek and Devi
Hodgkinson.
Obviously, our teams need more match practices.
Lin Ten ing
Lawn Bowls Section Committee Member
Lawn Bowls POT Games between The Tanglin Club and Singapore Cricket Club
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MERLiON SWiM MEET 2014
The Tanglin Club hosted the Merlion Swim Meet
on 30 August 2014. At 1pm, swimmers from
the British Club, Marsden Swim Squad, ACSian
Falcon swim team, the American Club, and our
own Tanglin Club swimmers arrived. The whole
Tanglin Club swimming pool came to life with
more than 150 swimmers and their families
participating in this swim meet.
The swim meet kicked off at 2pm with the team
relay events. The relays were the most exciting
highlight of the swim meet. Teams cheered and
swimmers swam hard and the whole atmosphere
was filled with excitement. The swimmers
also competed in the individual Freestyle and
Breaststroke events.
We have a team of 40 swimmers from the Tanglin
Torpedoes. A few of them made their debut in
this swim meet. I must say, our swimmers were
impressive and had many podium finishes in their
events. Well done, Team Tanglin Torpedoes!
This swim meet is the fourth of a series of
five events for this year and the last meet will
be hosted by the American Club. The Merlion
League is currently into its third year running and
each participating team will take a turn to host
the swim meet. This swim league is formed to
give our swimmers more race opportunity and
exposure to competitions.
Alvin Pang
Total Swimming Head Coach
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SQUASH CONvENOR
As many of you may have heard Kristen Mansfield has
relocated back to Australia, and several rousing parties
and dinners were held in her honour for the sterling job that
she has done this one and a half years with the Squash
Section. She will be dearly missed, but rest assured, she
has promised to come back often enough that we will not
forget her!
Kristen made Club history when she was unanimously
elected as our first female Squash Convenor, and we must
say she ruled well with her not quite iron but firm hand! The
Squash Section is most thankful for her contribution, and
we wish her all the best for her future endeavours.
kimpton Cup 2014
Mr Andrew LockieMs Kristen Mansfield
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Pictures from Squash POT Games 2014
Pictures from Annual Club Championships
We welcome Mr Andrew Lockie as Acting Squash Convenor
until the next Squash AGM. Thank you Andy, for kindly
taking up the baton. It will certainly be a hard act to follow
given that it was such a pretty one!
ANNUAL CLUB CHAMPiONSHiP
Our Annual Club Championship was held on 23 and 30
August. Needless to say, we had two days of excellent
games cumulating into an evening where we were well
watered and fed! Congratulations to the winners!
KiMPTON CUP
This year’s Kimpton Cup, played from 13 to 20
September, saw what must surely be the most exciting
finals between the pairs of Mr Shane Hagan and Mr Paul
Isted, and Mr Lood Van Rooyen and Mr Marc Nicholson.
It was a tooth and nail battle with neither side giving
any away any quarter. Several tie-breakers later and
we congratulated the winners Mr Hagan and Mr Isted–
undefeated now for seven-in-a-row! Imagine that, seven-
time champions–certainly deserves a double mention,
eh chaps?
POT GAMES
Tanglin hosted this year’s annual POT Games against the
Singapore Cricket Club. Thank you to our players who
put up a valiant fight against a slightly superior team. The
score ended with a respectable 7-4 to the visitors and we
congratulate and thank them once again for the exercise!
UPCOMiNG EvENTS
As the year draws to a close (where did the year go?)
please do keep a look out on the notice board for details
on our year-end party and start training for next year’s
International Doubles!
Squash Section Committee
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POT GOES TO SiNGAPORE CRiCKET CLUB
Tanglin’s tennis courts were the scene of an intense battle
between the Singapore Cricket Club and Tanglin on the
last Saturday in September for the POT this year. In the
end, we came up short, losing to SCC 7-2 in the best-of-
nine format.
Six matches were played simultaneously, and we were
either close or led in at least four. Miles Fenley and Chris
Forbes secured the first point of the match, winning the
men’s over-50 doubles 9-2. There was hope. But soon, the
results began filtering in. Our ‘open’ pair of Taco Portengen
and Rich Gridley (nursing a pulled back) lost, and then so
did the men’s over-40 pair of Mark Fernandes and Bernard
Fung. Mark and Bernard kept it close, and it went all the
way down to the wire. But one lost service game, after at
least 10 deuces, broke the pair. They lost 9-7 in a tight but
highly entertaining encounter.
It didn’t get any better. Apart from a spirited display from
Victoria Tan and Cho Yu-Mei in the women’s open, the
rest of the pairs faltered, unable to repeat our victory on
home soil two years ago. But we’ll be back next year, and
hopefully stronger. Thanks to captains Soo Kui Jien and
Lillian Lum for planning and preparing for the POT, and to
Tanglin’s 18–all still winners in our books.
We look forward to next year’s edition at the Cricket Club’s
newly laid courts.
UPCOMiNG EvENTS
Christmas is around
the corner and that
means school holidays
are upon us, which
also means the very
popular Tanglin Club
Junior Tennis Camps
will be back for three
camps during the
November / December
holidays.
Camp 1: 17 November-21 November
Camp 2: 1 December-5 December
Camp 3: 15 December-19 December
For more information, please email
[email protected]. We look forward to seeing the
kids out on court for holiday fun!
The last tournament of the Tanglin Junior
Tennis Series will be held November 14-16
at The Tanglin Club courts. Sign up sheets
have been posted on the notice board
opposite the tennis office at Level U1 in the
sports building. Entries close November 8,
so all those kids wanting some competitive
play, sign up and get in the action!!
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BOWLiNG SESSiON AT THE AMERiCAN CLUB
On 3 September, guests Jane Iyer, James Iyer, and
Josephine Chia added fun and laughter to the lively
atmosphere of the bowling session at the American Club.
A challenging spirit changed gutter balls to lucky strikes.
We are a small, friendly, and non-competitive group, and
we bowl for the exercise and enjoy the good company.
Come and join us for some fun in a relaxed atmosphere.
Shoes and balls are readily available. Bring your socks.
Ten-Pin Bowling Section Committee
bowling for fun and fitness A social game that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age or skill
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With countless men lost, it seems that only wealth and beauty will
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• Tell Me Something (2009)
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General Fiction
Death Come Quickly
Susan Wittig Albert
The Zone of Interest
Martin Amis
The Handmaid’s Tale
Margaret Atwood
A Walk Among the Tombstones
Lawrence Block
The Devil’s Larder
Jim Crace
The Skin Collector
Jeffery Deaver
Take a Look at Me Now
Miranda Dickinson
The Secret Place
Tana French
Tom Clancy’s Support and
Defend
Mark Greaney
Where We Belong
Catherine Ryan Hyde
The Wings of the Dove
Henry James
Want You Dead
Peter James
The Third Wife
Lisa Jewell
Mr Mercedes
Stephen King
What I Remember Most
Cathy Lamb
Twisted
Lynda La Plante
Loving Rose: The Redemption
of Malcolm Sinclair
Stephanie Laurens
Hector and the Search for
Happiness
Francois Lelord
The Son
Jo Nesbo
In The Shadow of the Banyan
Tree
Vaddey Ratner
Festive in Death
J.D. Robb
The Eye of God
James Rollins
The Daring Young Man on the
Flying Trapeze
William Saroyan
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
David Shafer
The Bourne Ascendancy
Lustbader Eric Van
While We Were Watching
Downton Abbey
Wendy Wax
Non-Fiction
Hawksmoor at Home
Heston Blumenthal
The Social Animal
David Brooks
The Glass Closet: Why Coming
Out is Good Business
John Browne
Inside the Red Border: A History
of Our World, Told Through the
Pages of TIME Magazine
Howard Chua-Eon
Shredded: Inside RBS, The
Bank that Broke Britain
Ian Fraser
The 4-Hour Chef
Timothy Ferriss
The Next 100 Years: A Forecast
for the 21st Century
George Friedman
Building Wealth Through REITS
Bobby Jayaram
Midnight’s Descendants
John Keay
World Order
Henry Kissinger
100 Great Business Ideas
Jeremy Kourdi
Good Morning, Mr Mandela
Zelda La Grange
Singapore’s Lost Son: How
I Made it From Dropout to
Millionaire Princeton PhD
Kaiwen Leong
Citizens of London
Lynne Olson
The Bombers and the Bombed
Richard Overy
The Sea and the Civilization
Lincoln Paine
Dark Pools: The Rise of the
Machine Traders and the
Rigging of the U.S. Stock
Market
Scott Patterson
Easy Entertaining
Williams Sonoma
Mrs Jordan’s Profession
Claire Tomalin
A Troublesome Inheritance
Nicholas Wade
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GOOD MORNING, MR MANDElAby Zelda la GrangeGood Morning, Mr Mandela tells the extraordinary story of how a young woman had
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typist in her twenties later chosen to become the President’s most loyal and devoted
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Nelson Mandela as she knew him–a teacher who gave her the most valuable lessons
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Action & Adventure
•Brick Mansions - 2014 (PG13)
•Godzilla - 2014 (PG13)
•Jarhead 2: Field of Fire - 2014 (M18)
•Maleficent - 2014 (PG)
drama
•Citylights - 2014 (NC16)
•The Fault in Our Stars - 2014 (PG13)
•The Attacks of 26/11 - 2013 (M18)
•A Mother’s Son - 2012 (PG13)
•Ishaqzaade - 2012 (PG)
•Last Tango in Halifax - 2012 (M18)
•Earth - 1930 (M18)
Comedy
•The Angriest Man in Brooklyn - 2014 (M18)
•Come and See - 1985 (PG)
•The Princess Bride - 1987 (PG)
Junior Library
•Barbie and the Secret Door - 2014
•Maleficent - 2014 (PG)
•Team Hot Wheels: The Origin of Awesome - 2014 (G)
•Toy Story Of Terror - 2013 (G)
Tv Series
•Helix: Season 1 - 2014 (NC16)
•Nikita: Season 4 - 2013 (PG13)
•Southcliffe: Series 1 - 2013 (NC16)
•The Mill: Season 1 - 2013 (NC16)
•The Wrong Mans - 2013 (NC16)
•Midsomer Murders: Set 15 - 2012 (NC16)
•Private Practice: Season 5 - 2011 (M18)
•Foyle’s War: Series 7 - 2010 (NC16)
•Private Practice Season 4: - 2010 (M18)
•State of Play - 2003 (M18)
Blu Ray
•Godzilla - 2014 (PG13)
•Hidden Kingdoms - 2014
•Maleficent - 2014 (PG)
•The Fault in Our Stars - 2014 (PG13)
•Black Mirror: Series 2 - 2013 (M18)
•Enemy - 2013 (M18)
•The Railway Man - 2013 (NC16)
•A Touch of Sin - 2013 (NC16)
•Wonders of Life - 2013
•The Princess Bride - 1987 (PG)
•Red Desert - 1964
•All Quiet on the Western Front
(1930)
•Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
•Paths of Glory (1957)
•The African Queen (1951)
•Gallipoli (1981)
•The Red Baron (2008)
•A Very Long Engagement (2004)
•War Horse (2011)
•La Grande Illusion (1937)
•The White Ribbon (2009)
•A Farewell to Arms (1932)
To mark the 100th anniversary of World War i, here are some of the
best WWi films that we have in our Library:
DVD Of The Month
THE FAUlT IN OUR STARS (2014)Starring Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort and Nat WolffDirected by Josh Boone
Hazel (Shailene Woodley) and Gus (Ansel Elgort) share a sarcastic
sense of humor, a distaste for convention, and ultimately, a love that
will sweep them onto a transformative journey that they–and you–will
never forget. Although the two teens face extraordinary challenges,
their courage and dedication to each other prove that while life isn’t
perfect, love is. Laura Dern (TV’s Enlightened, The Master) and Willem
Dafoe (Out of Furnace, Spider-Man films) also star in this powerfully
moving film based on John Green’s best-selling novel.
New DVDs for November | library
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MOVIES OF THE WEEK
CHIlDREN’S MATINEE
Justin and the Knights of Valour1 & 2 NOVEMBER
Furry Vengeance8 & 9 NOVEMBER
Maleficent 15 & 16 NOVEMBER
Alpha & Omega 22 & 23 NOVEMBER
Animation • PG • 90minDirector: Manuel SiciliaStarring Antonio Banderas and James Cosmo
A young boy becomes a man as he
embarks on a quest to become a
knight.
Family • PG • 92minDirector: Roger KumbleStarring Brendan Fraser, Brooke Shields and Ricky Garcia
In the Oregon wilderness, a real estate
developer’s new housing subdivision
faces a unique group of protesters,
local woodland creatures who don’t
want their homes disturbed.
Action • PG • 97minDirector: Robert StrombergStarring Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning and Sharlto Copley
A vengeful fairy is driven to curse an
infant princess, only to discover that
the child may be the one person who
can restore peace to their troubled
land.
Animation • U • 88minDirector: Anthony BellStarring Hayden Panettiere, Christina Ricci and Justin Long
Two young wolves at opposite ends
of their pack’s social order are thrown
together into a foreign land and need
each other to return home, but love
complicates everything.
PlEASE NOTE THAT NO FOOD AND DRINKS ARE AllOWED IN THE THEATRETTE AT ANY TIME.ShOWTiMeS Friday, 8pm • Saturday, 6pm & 9pm • Sunday, 6pm & 9pm WEEKEND MATINEES: 2.30pm
FiLM RATiNGS G – General viewing • PG – Parental guidance required • NC16 – No children below 16 years M18 – For viewers age 18 and above • R21 – For adults age 21 and above
FOR eNqUiRieS Please call Reception at 66220555 or visit the website for more information.Moviegoers are to be seated 15 minutes before showtime. Movie details subject to changes.
Members will be fully responsible for their children and guests in ensuring that the film screened is suitable for viewing in accordance to the rules governed by the Singapore Board of Film Censors.
Members will be fully responsible for the conduct and behaviour of the children and guests and be answerable to the Committee in the respect of the same.
no movie screenings on 28, 29 & 30th nov due to the christmas Pantomime.
Mandela long Walkto Freedom
31 OCT - 2 NOV
The Fault In Our Stars7 TO 9 NOVEMBER
Pay It Forward13 NOVEMBER, 8PM
IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD
KINDNESS DAY
The Railway Man14 TO 16 NOVEMBER
The Intouchables21 TO 23 NOVEMBER
Biography • PG • 141minDirector: Justin ChadwickStarring Idris Elba, Naomie Harris and Terry Pheto
A chronicle of Nelson Mandela’s
life journey from his childhood
in a rural village through to
his inauguration as the first
democratically elected president
of South Africa.
Romance • PG • 126minDirector: Josh BooneStarring Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort
Hazel and Gus are two
teenagers who share an
acerbic wit, a disdain for the
conventional, and a love that
sweeps them on a journey.
Drama • PG • 123minDirector: Mimi LederStarring Kevin Spacey, Helen Hunt and Hayley Joel Osment
A young boy attempts to make
a world a better place after his
teacher gives him that chance.
Based on the novel by Catherine
Ryan Hyde.
Drama • R • 116minDirector: Jonathan TeplitzkyStarring Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman
A former British Army officer
discovers that the man
responsible for much of his
treatment is still alive and sets
out to confront him.
Comedy • R • 112minDirector: Olivier NakacheStarring François Cluzet and Omar Sy
After he becomes a
quadriplegic from a
paragliding accident, an
aristocrat hires a young man
from the projects to be his
caretaker.
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