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no doubt a hit with everyone judging from the beeline of people patiently waiting their turn. The reeled in crustaceans
SEEN & HEARD

Raffles3 Septem Marina ber 2016 22

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Anniversary

By Vinothini Vijayan

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affles Marina (RM) turns 22! Over the years, the Club has continued to grow. This year’s anniversary revelries saw members and guests partying to a Hawaiian-themed sundown pool party. Sailors also took part in the Pesta Sukan Regatta held in conjunction with the celebrations. They were treated to a postevent party at the Discovery Pub. Congratulations to the winning fleets!

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Pretty, colourful giant floats bobbed on the sparkling waters of the swimming pool, as children and adults alike admired them in awe. To keep the mood alive, activities were lined up around the pool area. Guests were pleasantly surprised to see the ever popular prawning activity make a comeback this year. It was no doubt a hit with everyone judging from the beeline of people patiently waiting their turn. The reeled in crustaceans were later barbecued at the pit with our chef ’s assistance. Mr Tiong, who managed the prawning activity for the night, suggested that we poach the yabbies and prawns in hot water flavoured with ginger slices to evoke the natural sweetness from them. It was perfect and flavourful!

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To keep the kids entertained, a myriad of activities was arranged, including a bouncy castle on the lawn. Toddlers and younger children were treated to a treasure hunt. Together with their parents, they set out eagerly looking for colourful marked floating balls. Stage games, free tattoos, popcorn and ice cream were some of the activities that were also well received by families. RM hosted the popular mobile charity massage that returned this year with proceeds going to the Singapore

Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH). It was indeed a joy to see everyone contributing generously to charity. A hearty thank you to everyone! F&B for the night were the nostalgic hawker stalls selling local and Hawaiian food. Fried chicken wings and BBQ pork ribs were the favourites of many. Families took the opportunity to rest and unwind at the pool deck alongside finger food and beer; while the guitar, ukulele and roving juggler’s performance hyped up the mood at the poolside. Another much awaited highlight for the night was the arrival of a mystical being. Nearing sunset, she made her appearance! Long-haired, doe-eyed and clothed in a glistening blue shiny fin. She was the epitome of elegance and beauty – Mermaid Yao. Everyone was crowding around her while she posed for photos and a lucky few even had tattoos done by her. One child even excitedly exclaimed “Little Mermaid!” After these

sessions, she swam and frolicked in the pool while mingling with guests. Some of them who were not aware of her appearance were taken aback upon seeing her fin flipping through the clear waters. Definitely a marvel for many! When night fell, the kids embarked on a lantern trail around the Clubhouse, on yet another treasure hunt. A lucky draw session took place thereafter to complete the night’s activities, with the grand prize comprising a Nescafe Gold Blend Coffee Machine and shopping vouchers.

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CELERE – Yves De Leener

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Rikki Tikki Tavi – Chris Furness

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Xtra Mile – Low Chin Nam

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Sponsors for 22 nd Anniversary Blossom Paper Products Pte Ltd • Cablecomm Engineering Pte Ltd • Chevalier Singapore • D’Amazing Lights Pte Ltd • Eastcon Engineering Pte Ltd • Grand Atlantic Fishery Pte Ltd • ISS Facility Services Pte Ltd • Khind Systems Pte Ltd • Magnum Spirits and Wine Pte Ltd • Mepo Interior Design • MVO Marketing (S) Pte Ltd • Nan Ric Enterprises • P&V Park View Garden & Landscape Services • Pacific Sorby • Revada Food and Services Pte Ltd • SWORKE • Safi Equipment & Services Pte Ltd • Seagift • Sembas Asia • Sia Huat • SKP • Tong Seng Produce Pte Ltd • Walson Food Distributor Pte Ltd • Yeo Ah Chye • Yes Solution

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We would like to extend a big thank you to all sponsors for their generous support, and to guests for their presence over the weekend.

Winners of Pesta Sukan Regatta

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