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 Circles in my Mind

5 Nov 2003 to 25 Jan 2004

Bearing her trademark Palette of vibrant colours and rich textures, come see Pacita's latest works of art epitomise the boundless possibilities of printmaking and papermaking. Be mesmerised with over 50 of her works incorporating techniques of lithography, relief printing, screenprinting, and hand-coloured paper pulp that has emerged an explosion of monoprints, limited edition prints, and mixed media pieces embedded with beads, mirrors, textiles and other exotic objects. This is one extraordinary and visually exciting exhibition not to be missed in Singapore! Opening hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays: 9.30 am to 8 pm Sundays and Mondays: 1 pm to 5 pm Closed on Public Holidays.

 Christmas in the Tropics 2003

14 Nov 2003 to 5 Jan 2004

This Christmas, discover the joy of buying gifts for your loved ones while taking in the world's most spectacular Christmas Light-Up! Be mesmerised by traditional fir-tree garlands, brilliant lights and medieval archway along Orchard Road, Singapore's most exciting shopping street. Shopping malls throughout the city will also be decorated in their festive best to give you an unforgettable shopping experience. Best of all, you might win great Yuletide presents and stand a chance to walk away with $20,000 worth of Roaring SurPrizes! Look out for colourful buskers, interactive games and Giant Gift Boxes pick up perfect gifts and enjoy free gift wrapping services. Also not to be missed - the stunning light sculptures and light shows at our Wow Junctions, the Scotts and The Heeren junctions along Orchard Road which will be excellent spots for you to snap that souvenir picture!

 Reborn Rejoice Rejuvenate 2003

4 Dec 2003 to 29 Feb 2004

This will be the second consecutive year that this 3-month long annual outdoor sculpture exhibition is held at the One Fullerton Waterfront Promenade - stretching from the Clifford Pier end, to the Merlion Park. Featuring innovative sculptures by Asian artists, the exhibition aims to bring art closer to the public, and to help raise the awareness and appreciation of contemporary Asian sculpture in Singapore. Reborn Rejoice Rejuvenate 2003 will showcase the works of 4 young artists, Victor Tan, Saraswati Gramich, Khiew Huay Chian and Chng Nai Wee, along this increasingly vibrant arts belt. As part of this event, iPreciation will also have a month-long exhibition of sculptor Victor Tan's latest stainless steel wire works in its new gallery located in the Fullerton Hotel Shopping Arcade.
Gallery hours :
Monday to Friday - 10:30am to 7:00pm
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday - 11:00am to 5:00pm

 Pongal - Harvest Festival

15 Jan 2004

Hindus begin this traditional thanksgiving day, which marks the start of the auspicious month of ‘Thai’ in the Hindu calendar, with a morning ritual of boiling rice over in new pots to symbolise prosperity. Witness the festival, which begins at sunrise, in the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple but remember to dress appropriately and remove your shoes at the door. Prayers are chanted to the accompaniment of traditional musical instruments while devotees make offerings to the gods. Follow the exuberant celebration to the colourful Campbell Lane street bazaar where you can browse for unique Pongal handicrafts and enjoy cultural performances.

 Chingay 2004

30 Jan 2004, Friday 8:30pm - 10:00pm (Preview)
31 Jan 2004, Saturday 8:00pm - 9:30pm (Parade)

Watch out for Singapore's grandest float and multi-cultural street parade! Chingay 2004 - Parade of Dreams is one of the highlights that is not to be missed when visiting Singapore during the Chinese New Year season. Be mesmerised by the colourful floats and costumes, and catch performers from different cultures and races at this annual event. Soak in the Chinese New Year celebration mood with the grand finale of traditional lion and dragon dance performances.