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2 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE3 GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE4 MEMBER’S PAGE6 THE NEW GUESTROOMS7 RECENT EVENTS10 FAMILY POOLSIDE CARNIVAL13 EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT15 LAUGH THE NIGHT AWAY16 FOOD & BEVERAGE17 AUSTRALIAN SEAFOOD PROMOTION20 CALENDAR OF EVENTS22 BALUT & BRIDGE

24 DARTS25 DARTS & BILLIARDS26 FITNESS28 GOLF30 LAWN BOWLS32 SCUBA33 SWIMMING34 SQUASH35 TENNIS36 WELLNESS38 BOOKS & DVDS40 CINEMA

Opinions expressed in The Tanglin Club Magazine are solely those of the writers and do not necessarily represent those of The Tanglin Club. The Magazine welcomes articles and other contributions from members. However, the Magazine & Website Sub-Committee reserves the right to edit all materials,

select photographs to be used, or decline publication. MICA (P) 132/05/2077. Published by The Tanglin Club. Printed by Photoplates Pte Ltd.

GENERAL MANAGER Herbert Hofer • [email protected]

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Clara Tan • [email protected]

EXECUTIVE CHEF Louis Tay • louis.tay@@tanglin-club.org.sg

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER Ramani Shanmugam • [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP MANAGER Laura Monteiro • [email protected]

EVENTS MANAGER Angelina Tan • [email protected]

SPORTS & RECREATION MANAGER Christine Koh • [email protected]

EDITOR Frank Newman

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ASSISTANT DESIGNER Joshua Tay • [email protected]

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AUSTRALIAN SEAFOOD PROMOTION

The Tanglin Club MagazineJune 2011

My Fellow Members

On 25/4/11, the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) approved a resolution, by 268 to 176 votes (“Resolution”), which authorised the GC to spend up to $2.8 million to renovate the Churchill Room, Main Entrance, Lobby and Restrooms (“Renovations”). Sketches or per-spectives (“Perspectives”) on the Renovations were exhibited at the AGM.

During the debate which preced-ed the vote on the Resolution, some Members opposed the Renovations as wasteful and/or that the Perspectives were tacky, modernistic or garish. Others felt that the Renovations were long overdue.

I said that it was unnecessary for the Club to try to look like a 5-star hotel. In any case, the Renovations must be sensitive to our history and traditions.

Following the AGM, about 70 Members attended a Dialogue on 10/5/11 (“Dialogue”), to discuss “the details concerning the renovation”.

At the start of the Dialogue, Ian Lander rose on a point of order. He said that the Resolution was defective and that the Club had no authority to spend $2.8 million on the Renovations. I reminded Ian that he had corresponded with the Club before the AGM and that the Club’s position throughout was that the pro-posed resolution under Rule 4(v) was valid. Ian agreed to “suspend” his

point of order to allow the Dialogue to proceed. As a postscript, I would add that having read the transcript of the AGM, it was clear that the Chair had expressly ruled that the proposed res-olution under Rule 4(v) was in order.

About 10 Members spoke at the Dialogue. The overwhelming view was that the GC had to be sensitive to the “historic” and “iconic” architecture of the Club and that there were features like the balustrades and chandeliers in the Lobby which should be preserved. Some felt that the Perspectives were ill-conceived. There were concerns that the Renovations might result in increased Members’ subscriptions.

After the Dialogue, Richard Tan, the Development and Property Convenor in the 2010/2011 GC, took GC members to the Churchill Room, Main Entrance and Lobby to show the inefficiencies and state of disrepair of the three areas. He explained how the proposed works as envisaged in the Perspectives (which included a handi-capped toilet) will enhance Members’ enjoyment of the Club. The guided tour was particularly useful and infor-mative for Patrick Kwek, Ronnie Lim and myself, who were not members of the 2010/2011 GC.

The GC met on 26/5/11 to discuss the Renovations. Whilst respecting the views of Members at the Dialogue, we were mindful that the AGM had approved $2.8 million for the Renovations. The GC will proceed as mandated, and when finalised, the drawings and plans (which will

incorporate some of the suggestions from Members), work schedules and the contract for the Renovations will be displayed in the Lobby for Members’ information.

As a result of the Renovations, some items of Club furniture and fit-tings will be surplus to requirements. It is intended that these items be sold to Members keen to acquire a piece of Club history.

Sim Yong ChanPresidentThe Tanglin Club

PRESIDENT Sim Yong ChanVICE-PRESIDENT Humphrey ChuaHONORARY TREASURER Vincent TroyHUMAN RESOURCE CONVENOR Patrick KwekFOOD & BEVERAGE CONVENOR Ronnie LimLIBRARY CONVENOR Nan SandfordMAGAZINE & WEBSITE CONVENOR Frank NewmanDEVELOPMENT & PROPERTY CONVENOR Dr Richard TanMEMBERSHIP & RULES CONVENOR Robert WienerTENDERS & PURCHASING CONVENOR Dr Richard TanENTERTAINMENT CONVENOR Dr Albert WeeSPORTS & RECREATION CONVENOR Robert Wiener

GENERAL COMMITTEE 2011/12

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Dear Members,

The Children’s Area and the Pool were officially opened when the Family Poolside Carnival was held on 21 May.

The place was buzzing with activity on that day and based on the feedback from parents and our younger Members, the new facilities are a big improvement and are proving to be very popular.

In the past Children did not want to come to the Club, now they don’t want to go home!

The same can be said of our renovated guestrooms. From the very first day after the renovation was completed, we have been running about 90% occupancy and the rooms have been very well received.

We have also installed new and clearer signage for guest parking at our car parks and kindly ask Members to assist in reminding their Guests to park only at the main Clubhouse open decks to ensure Members have sufficient covered car park lots.

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unauthorised parked vehicles in the covered car park lots.

On the same note, we also like to remind Members to adhere to the “no helper” bye-law at the Club as there has been feedback of non-compliance.

On the Food & Beverage front, the white asparagus promotions at Tavern and the Churchill Room have been very popular and we have been ordering 200kg every week.

We have lined up interesting food promotions to offer Members more variety in the coming months. In June we will feature an Australian seafood promotion, and we will feature a French menu to complement our regular items in July during the Tour de France.

We will also be unveiling two new promotions at Wheelhouse.

The first is Sunday Roast, which features a healthy Salad Bar, which will provide a less-guilty option for Members, roasted items such as Roast Beef, Sautéd Vegetables and Oven-Roasted Potatoes. The second is a Poolside BBQ, which

will be offered every last Friday of the month.

We thank you for your support, patronage and participation in our activities and look forward to your feedback to further improve the services of the Club.

With warm regards,

Herbert HoferGeneral ManagerThe Tanglin Club

GENERAL MANAGER’SMESSAGE

Reminder Bye-Law 13: Drivers &

Domestic Servants

Members are reminded that according to Bye-Law 13, no drivers shall be allowed in

the Club premises except in the multi-storey car park and other areas designated as

car parks.

No domestic servants shall be allowed in the Club premises.

Guest Parking On Open-Deck Only

Members are urged to remind their guests to park only on the open-deck. Unauthorised vehicles found parked in the covered car park lots will be wheel-clamped.

Please note Bye-Law 4(e) “Every member shall comply with any direction or instruction as may be given by any member of the Club Management or Car Park Attendant.”


MEMBERS’ PAGE

New Members Simon Johnstone and Dr Patricia Kho.

Proposer William Jamieson and New Member Rhea Mae Amodia.

New Members Gilles & Sarah-Jaine Martin. New Members Radhika & Venkatraman Sheshashayee.

New Members Christine &John Morhall.

New Members Huy Hoang and Caroline Chou. New Members Fiona & Sean Coughlan.

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Introduction Evening9 MayWe extend a warm welcome to our new Members.

Honorary Members• H.E. Kamrul Ahsan (High Commissioner of Bangladesh) & Mrs Saira Nazneen Ahsan

Ordinary Members• Christophe Delorme and Jade Brown• Huy Hoang and Caroline Chou• Simon & Patricia Johnstone• Koh Teck Chuan and Felicia Chan• Kwan Chee Sun and Lindy Ooi• Datuk Dr Mohamad Salleh Bin Ismail & Y.A.B. Dato’ Sri Senator Shahrizat Binti Abdul Jalil• Erdhi Tandjung and Vonny Tan

• Venkatraman & Radhika Sheshashayee • Shin Yong Keuk and Park Choon Soon

Term Members• Simon & Eleanor Barlow• Robert & Sally-Ann Brennan• Sean & Fiona Coughlan• Denis & Nicola Hardy• Gilles & Sarah-Jaine Martin• John & Christine Morhall• Frederick & Emma Pickering

Associate Members• Rhea Mae Amodia (Spouse of William Jamieson)• Angela Lek (Spouse of Jonathan Tan)• Dr Regina Zuzarte (Spouse of Dr Christopher Ng)

FarewellWe bid a fond farewell to our members who are converting to Absent Membership, and we hope to welcome them back soon.• Dr & Mrs Manfred Otto Barth• Mr & Mrs Foster Thomas Manning• Mr & Mrs Piers Michael Richardson• Dr Caroline Lai & Dr Tan Tiong Hok• Mr & Mrs Stephen Robert Dearnley• Marisa Li-Lin Hall• Robert Rankin • Dora Tuana Tan

Proposer Freddie Wong and New Member Datuk Dr Mohamad Salleh Bin Ismail.

From left: New Members Denis & Nicola Hardyand Seconder R G Langdale.

From left: Proposer Lee Teng Suan, New Members Koh Teck Chuan and Felicia Chan.

From left: General Committee Member Nan Sandford, New Members Mrs Saira Nazneen Ahsan & H.E. Kamrul Ahsan (High Commissioner of Bangladesh )and Club President, Sim Yong Chan.

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THE NEW GUESTROOMS

We cannot remember how many times we have stayed at The Tanglin Club since we moved abroad, but we

will definitely remember our recent stay very well.

The renovated guestroom is tasteful, lighter and brighter. The newly tiled balcony is inviting and we were encouraged to look out. The room card system is also efficient. But most importantly, the staff were extremely charming.

Thank you, Mr Hofer and your staff, for the excellent care. We will come back again.

Staying in the newly refurbished guestrooms and being around for Annual General Meeting was exciting for one trip!

Linda & Klaus Ruediger

Most A Memorable Stay

Easter Family Brunch24 April at the Churchill Room


Mother’s Day Brunch8 May at the Churchill Room

Mother’s Day Weekend 7 & 8 MayLotus Culture set up booths at the Main Lobby and the Wheelhouse Function Room to raise awareness and raise funds to help rebuild the lives of survivors of human trafficking in Cambodia.

Lotus Culture was supported in the fundraising by a designer of exquisitely crafted jewellery and two craft galleries of single edition hand-sewn quilts and finely painted wood decorative pieces.

For the children, there were high-quality soft quilts and costumes (Snow White, Fireman, Tinker Bell , etc.) made in Phnom Penh by Cambodian women.

There was good support for the items on sale and there were many who gave outright donations. Some who stopped by the booths expressed interest to help in other ways.

The board for children to make the Mother’s Day dedications and form a collage was filled up. The dedications show the children’s love and care for their Mothers.

Lotus Culture would like to express sincere thanks to The Tanglin Club, volunteers, the artists/donors and all who participated in touching the lives of others and for spending a fun-filled weekend together.


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Guest Chef Thomas Chai21 May at the Churchill Room


FOR ENQUIRIES Please contact Events Department at 66220437/0438. FOR RESERVATIONS Email [email protected]/[email protected]

Let’s Go Fishing!Father’s Day SpecialSaturday, 18 June, 9.15am to 12.30pm at Bishan (Transport leaves the Club at 9.30am)

This Prawn Fishing Trip is back by popular demand and is guaranteed to provide the whole family a whole lot of fun.

Price: $28 (Member) & $30 (Guest) inclusive of equipment and bait. Suitable for children eight years and above. Children below eight years MUST be accompanied by an adult. Last day for cancellation: 13 June. Event requires a minimum of 15 participants to commence.

Father’s Day Picture Frame MakingSunday, 19 June, 11am to 12.30pm & 2.30pm to 4pm at the Children’s Playroom

Try your hand at making Daddy your own special picture frame. Loads of fun await as you are guided throughout this creative 90-minute craft session. Please bring along three photographs that you wish to put into the frame.

Price: $5 (Member) & $8 (Guest). Suitable for children four years and above. Children below five years are required to invite an adult along as the session requires the use of scissors.

Father’s DayPlan a memorable day for Dad. Come to The Tanglin Club on the weekend of June 18 and 19 where special treats have been prepared for everyone to enjoy!

Father’s Day BrunchThank You Dad!Sunday, 19 June, 11.30am to 2.30pm at the Churchill Room

Take Dad out for the nice, relaxing meal he deserves. The Churchill Room is serving up a delectable buffet brunch spread to dazzle his taste buds and touch his heart! A perfect way to say: “Thank You Dad!”.

Highlights of the afternoon includes:• Thirty-minute Juggling Show• Face Painter• Fringe Activities• Piano Entertainment

Price: With free-flow beer: $65 (Member) & $75 (Guest). Without free-flow beer: $58 (Member), $68 (Guest) & $25 (Child).

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FOR ENQUIRIES Please contact Events Department at 66220437/0438. FOR RESERVATIONS Email [email protected]/[email protected]

Event DisclaimerPlease note that reservations for all Club events must be in written form and submitted to the Events Department prior to

the last day for cancellation date. There is no guarantee of placement or seat for walk-in registration on the day of the event. The organisers, sponsors, and anyone involved in the organisation of Club events will not be held liable for late cancellation,

overbooking, force majeure or any other unforeseen situation beyond their control.

DANCE PARTY FOR TEENSFriday, 17 June, 7pm to 10pm at the Teens LoungeMeet up with your friends and dance the night away at the Teens Lounge. Come’on down and show off your moves and listen to the coolest music!

Price: $18 (Member) & $20 (Guest) Price includes Pizzas, Burgers, Fries, Punch and Soft Drinks. Suitable for 12 years and above.

Fun Science!Amazing Parachutes, Boomerang & Windmill18 & 25 June, and 23 July, 10am & 2pm, at the Wheelhouse Function Room

Try your hands at exciting activities and discover amazing parachutes, boomerang, windmill making and

other hands-on creations. Price: $35 (Member) & $40 (Guest). Suitable for children four years

and above. Event requires a minimum of 10 participants to commence.

Discover Your Inner ArtistSaturday 30 July, 11am at the Wheelhouse Function Room

Come and explore the world of batik painting. Be amazed by the use of colour and “mobile”

works of art!

Price: $28 (Member) & $30 (Guest). Suitable for children six years and above. Event requires a

minimum of 10 participants to commence.

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Laugh The Night AwayWITH

“The Indian-Japanese Stand-up Comedian who

makes presidents and world leaders cringe

with laughter.”

Thursday, 16 June, 7.30pm at the Churchill Room

Price: $68 (Member) & $75 (Guest).

Price includes buffet dinner

He’s half Japanese, half Indian, brought up American and was formerly with Intel. An odd combination that’s guaranteed to produce hilarious, gut-busting jokes. Conflicting cultural idiosyncrasies will not be spared either.

Dan, has been on everything from Saturday Night Live and Last Comic Standing to starring in the Apple Computer Get A Mac commercials. Dan has also performed with top comedy acts as Jerry Seinfeld, Russell Peters, Bob Saget, Tim Conway and Garry Shandling. He has entertained Hilary Clinton, Mrs Cherie Blair, Congressman Mika Honda, Dr Sanjay Gupta and has performed at high-profile events such as the inaugural events commemorating the inauguration of President Barack Obama and even for the CIA.

The Tanglin Club Presents


FOR ENQUIRIESPlease contact Food & Beverage Department at 66220432 or email [email protected]

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

Cake of the monthLemon Frosty CakeAvailable for dine-in or takeaway for the month of June at the Deli Lounge.

If you are tired of chocolate desserts and you want something light and refreshing, June’s cake will definitely excite your taste buds. Enjoy the sweet and buttery texture and a splash of citrus flavour to give you that extra perk during the hot and humid season.Price: $5 (per slice) & $38.80 (whole cake).

Churchill Room Closure

The Churchill Room will be closed for dinner on 16, 18, 19 and 24 June.

Bingo NightEvery Second Thursday of the Month, from June, 8.30pm at Tangles

It’s Bingo Night at The Tanglin Club! The game everyone knows and loves is here once again. It’s easy to play and it’s loads of fun, not to mention attractive prizes to be won! Buffet dinner will also be available at $18 per person.

Play to win, and win big! FREE for all Members.

Rice DumplingsAvailable until 6 June, at the Wheelhouse

Don’t miss the chance to sink your teeth into this traditional Chinese favourite enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival!

New Bar Snack MenuAvailable from 6 June at the Churchill Room Bar, Tavern Bar & Terrace Bar

Don’t just quench your thirst at your favourite watering hole. Get your appetite going as well with the new range of bar snacks available in the Club. Chase down morsels of our new tasty snacks with your favourite beverage as you sit back and relax.

Sunday RoastAvailable every Sunday, starting 5 June, 12pm to 2.30pm at the Wheelhouse

Tradition is the cornerstone of culture, and there is nothing more comforting and delicious than a Sunday Roast to help us remember and appreciate the good times spent with family, friends and loved ones. Just imagine taking a bite of perfectly done roast beef, crunchy, creamy oven-roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables and thick gravy. Nothing compares to tucking into traditional British “soul food” at the Wheelhouse! Price: $18.80 (Adult) & $9.40 (Child).

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Australian seafood – considered to be the freshest and tastiest by chefs and connoisseurs – will be served in a number of ways in the Club.

With so many species of fish and shellfish available, the creativity of Australian cuisine is limitless and guaranteed to whet your appetite.

Head to Tavern now to find out more!

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Entertainment At The Churchill Room

Piano Entertainment Sit back and listen to soothing tunes while enjoying your gourmet meals at the Churchill Room.

“Live” Band Entertainment3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 25 June

It’s an evening not to be missed!Dates subject to change.

Live Screening2 to 24 July, at Tangles & Terrace Bar

Get set for an exciting 98th Tour de France, the world-famous cycling competition covering a gruelling 3,000-plus km and 21

stages around France, as The Tanglin Club joins the race.

Poolside BBQAvailable every last Friday of the Month, starting 24 June, 6pm to 10pm

Swimmers relaxing in the pool and children playing happily, tempting smells from the barbecue, the occasional laughter of friends and family around a delicious meal, and you know life is sweet.

What better way to wind down and wash away the stress of the week than to sit back and enjoy the spread prepared by our talented chefs.

Price: $19.80 (Adult) & $8.80 (Child).

In Conjuction with the Tour de FranceFrench CuisineAvailable from 2 to 24 July, at the Tavern

Wine and dine like the French at Tavern in July, as French cuisine, painstakingly prepared by our skilful chefs, takes centre stage. Experience authentic and high-quality French food, a significant part of France culture, in the comfort and luxury of the Tavern.

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Champagne BrunchSunday, 26 June, 11.30am to 2.30pm at the Churchill Room

Thank goodness for Sundays, when you can find the time to rest and relax with friends and family. If you have had a tough and hectic week, some good food and good company will most surely rejuvenate you for the week ahead!

Price: $75 (Adult with champagne), $40 (Adult without champagne) & $19.75 (Children below age 12).

Sake SensationAvailable in June, at all Bars

Sip it hot or cold, neat or in a cocktail mix, sake is delicious.

Like fine wine, discover and savour the fragrance, flavour, complexity and nuance of this beverage which used to be offered in blessings and ceremonies in the past.

PricesSake Martini: $5.70Josen Mizuno Gotoshi Sake: $11.50 (half josen) & $23 (full josen).Tokubetsu Junmai Sake: $10 (half josen) & $20 (full josen).


Mouton Cadet Blanc 2008 & Mouton Cadet Rouge 2007Available in June, at all Bars

Created by Philippe de Rothschild in the 1930s, it is considered one of the best-selling Bordeaux wines in the world because of its heritage and affordability. Enjoy a glass or two at any of our Bars in the Club.

Price: $51.40 (per bottle) & $10.30 (per glass).

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Heineken Bucket BonanzaAvailable in June, at Terrace Bar

A bucket of Heineken beer plus friends plus The Tanglin Club equals a fantastic night to remember. Invite your friends, and make more friends, while you watch your favourite game on TV or simply pass the night away catching up with your buddies. It’s beer at its best with your best buddies right here at Terrace Bar. Price: $35 per bucket (six bottles of beer).

In Conjunction with live F1 ScreeningJohnnie Walker Black Label PromotionAvailable in June, at the Terrace Bar

Johnnie Walker, the “keeper” of the F1 flame, steps inside the racing circuit with its elegant Black Label, as this year’s race season kicks into overdrive.

Experience the heart-pounding race to the finish line in style as you enter the glamorous world of F1 and Johnnie Walker. What’s more, buy two glasses and get one free!

Price: $16.50 per glass


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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

BRIDGEDuplicate Bridge Game1pm at the Card Room.

LAWN BOWLS COACHING6pm to 8pm at the Lawn Bowls Green.


WIMBLEDON TENNIS SCREENING20 June to 3 July at Terrace Bar & Tangles.


HEINEKEN BUCKET BONANZAAvailable in June, at the Terrace Bar.

JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK LABEL PROMOTIONAvailable in June, at Terrace Bar.

SAKE SENSATIONAvailable in June at all Bars.

BILLIARDSFree Coaching 6pm to 8pm at the Billiards Room.

BRIDGEDuplicate Bridge Game1pm at the Card Room

LAWN BOWLS SOCIALS6.30pm at the Lawn Bowls Green.

INTRODUCTION TO DARTS6.30pm at Tangles.

HEINEKEN BUCKET BONANZAAvailable in June, at Terrace Bar.

SQUASH Section Handicap Game6.45pm at the Squash Court.

TEENS FITNESS Teens Fitness 11am at the Gym.





BILLIARDS FREE COACHING6pm to 8pm at the Billiards Room.












SQUASH National Squash League ‘E’ Grade (Home).


AUSTRALIAN SEAFOOD PROMOTION6 to 26 June at Tavern.

SQUASH National Squash League ‘A’ Grade (Home).

SQUASHSection Handicap Game6.45pm at the Squash Court.






BILLARDS SECTION NIGHT7pm at the BIlliards Room.

TEENS FITNESS 12pm at the Gym.

US PGA TOUR SCREENING16 to 19 June at Terrace Bar & Tangles.

LAUGH THE NIGHT AWAY WITH DAN NAINAN7.30pm at the Churchill Room

CHURCHILL ROOM CLOSED FOR CLUB EVENT (DINNER)

HEINEKEN BUCKET BONANZAAvailable in June at Terrace Bar.


SAKE PROMOTIONAvailable in June at all Bars.




BALUT SECTION NIGHT 7pm at the Card Room.


GOLF FRIENDLY WITH AMERICAN CLUB12.30pm at RCC.

TEENS DANCING PARTYFriday, 17 June, 7pm to 10pm at the Teen Lounge.

MOVIE: BIUTIFULTheatrette.

BRIDGE Duplicate Game Cum Summer Lunch 11.30am.

MOVIE: BURLESQUETheatrette.

BRIDGEDuplicate Bridge Game1pm at Card Room.

POOLSIDE BBQ Every Last Friday of the Month, at Wheelhouse.

EUROPEAN GRAND PRIX SCREENING24 to 26 June at Tangles & Terrace Bar.

MOVIE: TOY STORY 3 Theatrette.

CHURCHILL ROOM CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT (DINNER)

BILLIARDS2011 Senior Handicap Snooker Competition.


BINGO NIGHTEvery Second Thursday of the Month, from June, 8.30pm at Tangles

BRIDGEDuplicate Bridge Game1pm at Card Room.

KIDS’ FITNESS COURSE12.30pm at the Gym.

DARTS TRAINING7pm at Tangles.

CANADIAN GRAND PRIX SCREENING10 to 12 June at Tangles & Terrace Bar.

MOVIE: THE WHITE RIBBON Theatrette.

Cake of the month

Lemon Frosty CakeAvailable for dine-in or takeaway in June at the Deli Lounge.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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CHURCHILL ROOM CLOSUREThe Churchill Room will be closed

for private dinner on 18 & 24 June, and for Club events on 16 &

19 June .

BEASTLY1, 2 & 3 July

NO STRINGS ATTACHED15, 16 & 17 July

RABBIT HOLE8, 9 & 10 July

THE TOURIST22, 23 & 24 July

RIO29, 30 & 31 July


FATHER’S DAY CATCH! LET’S FISH9.15am to 12.30pm at Bishan.

FUN SCIENCE!10am & 2pm at Wheelhouse Function Room.

LAWN BOWLS COACHING6pm to 8pm at the Lawn Bowls Green.

MOVIE: BIUTIFUL Theatrette.

CHURCHILL ROOM CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT (DINNER)

FUN DAY DARTSEvery First Saturday of the Month at Tangles.

TENNIS SOCIALSWeekends, 4pm at the Tennis Courts.

SQUASH CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS FINALS3.30pm at the Squash Courts.

STORIES WITH YOUR BEAUTIFUL HANDS2pm to 3pm at Wheelhouse Function Room

MOVIE: BURLESQUE Theatrette.


FUN SCIENCE!10am & 2pm at Wheelhouse Function Room.




HEINEKEN BUCKET BONANZAAvailable in June, at Terrace Bar.



LAWN BOWLS SOCIALS4pm at the Lawn Bowls Green.





RICES DUMPLINGSAvailable from 5 to 19 June, at Wheelhouse

SUNDAY ROASTAvailable every Sunday, 12pm to 2.30pm at Wheelhouse

MOVIE: BURLESQUE Theatrette.

FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH11.30am to 2.30pm at the Churchill Room.

FATHER’S DAY PICTURE FRAME MAKING11am to 12.30pm & 2.30pm to 4pmat the Churchill Room.

MOVIE: BIUTIFUL Theatrette.

CHURCHILL ROOM CLOSED FOR CLUB EVENT (DINNER)



CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH11.30am to 2.30pm at the Churchill Room.


Father’s Day Brunch

Thank You Dad!Sunday, 19 June, 11.30am to 2.30pm at the Churchill Room

Thursday, 16 June, 7.30pm at the Churchill Room

SATURDAY SUNDAY

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BALUT & BRIDGE

BalutSocial Evening Debut

If anything can be said of the Friday social evening debut, it would be that the participants celebrated it with mind-blowing high scores. Perhaps the total session score record has been broken and may remain so for some time to come.

Ganesan Sethuraman in the six-set game scored 724 (144, 106, 141, 115,115, and 103).

Sethuraman’s highest column score of 144 of the first game prevailed until the last game when Sapinah Hughes and Vikraman Raman, both playing on the same table along with Fatema Sadiq, overtook the score. Sapinah, who was the first player on the table, scored 154, but this was quickly undone by Vikraman, who was the next player and scored 157. The boisterous display of exhilaration

by Sapinah, Fatema and Vikraman was enjoyed by all around them.

The evening was a high-scoring session judging by the aggregate average score of 562 from six games by the 11 baluteers who were present. The high scorers were: Sethu 724, Sapinah 635, Vikraman 586, Nina 574, and Bansi Sethuraman 557.

Well done!

Zoeb SadiqDeputy Convenor

BridgeGood Turnout for Easter Tea & Game

The 18 April Easter Tea cum Bridge Game, held at the Claymore Room, attracted a great turnout with Members and Guests occupying 12 tables.

As usual, the game started at 1pm. During break time, all participants were served a High Tea spread.

Upcoming Events• Inter-Club competition at SCC

Wednesday, June 16• Empire Cup game vs British

Club at British Club Saturday, July 2

• Staff vs Members – TBC• Balut Bonanza – TBC


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DARTS

Darts Annual General Meeting

We had a very good turnout at the 29 April Annual General Meeting (AGM) as the event was held between the Annual Darts Tournament and the Section’s Annual Dinner, where we had a total of 44 attendees.

Many Members were will ing to give their time to serve on the Darts Sub-Commit tee and the fol lowing were elected for the 2011/12 term.

• M C Cheong• Frederick Francis (Adviser)• David Goh• Deepa Gupta • Lily Lim • Khor Buck Chye William• Albert Heng• Andrew Simester• Vincent Fong• Esther Ling

We are glad that the new committee comprises members of both sexes as well as a good international mix.

Membership in the Section con-tinues to grow and we have a total of 57 Members. With the good pro-motional programme that is going on, M C is confident that we will be able to get at least 100 Members by the next AGM.

The committee will be meeting soon to draw up the programme for the coming year and we will keep all darters updated.

Annual Darts TournamentThe game is getting more popu-lar and we saw an increase in the number of Members taking part in the tournament. Altogether there were 51 entries for the five events, comprising the Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Ladies’ Singles, Ladies’ Doubles & Mixed Doubles

A Busy 3-in-1 Gathering

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DARTS & BILLIARDS

With the large entries, more time was needed to complete all the events and we had to carry forward the competition to the following Saturday, 7 May.

Competition was very intense and the results could have ended up either way. Most darters lost their game at the final stage where they had to score a double to win the game.

M C claims he was distracted by the many calls from Members wanting to have their drinks and sandwiches, and this made him lose his concen-tration and he ended up losing his game. This is just an excuse. Better luck next year and don’t forget to practise harder.

Nevertheless, those who took part had a very enjoyable time and the fol-lowing were the champions and the runners-up. Men’s SinglesChampion: Frederick FrancisRunner-up: Ng Tiak Soon Men’s Doubles Champions: Andrew Simester/Albert HengRunners-up: Koh Buck Chye William/Ng Tiak Soon Ladies’ SinglesChampion: Lily Lim Runner-up: Evelyn Taylor

Ladies’ Doubles Champions: Carole Kroyer/Deepa Gupta Runners-up: Lily Lim/Sepalika Kumarasinghe The Kroyers who were supposed to have left for the US before the tour-nament, managed to stay back and take part. In doing so, both were handsomely rewarded. Carole part-nered Deepa and they were crowned the Ladies’ Doubles Champions, w h i l e B r u c e p a r t n e r e d L i l y and were crowned the Mixed Doubles Champions.

David Goh

Upcoming Billiards Events

• Resolution Trophy Handicap Snooker Competition 2011 4 to 30 July

• Monthly Section Night Thursday, 16 June, 7pm at the Billiards Room


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FITNESS

Teens Fitness Summer CampsWeek one: 31 May, 2, 4, 7, 8 & 11 JuneWeek two: 14, 16, 18, 21, 23 & 25 JuneOne of the healthiest ways for your teen to spend the summer holiday is to engage in physical activity. If you are planning some healthy and energising activity for your 12 to 15 year old, the Gym Team has created fun and comprehensive exercises, recreation and sports-specific training for the camps. Price: $225 for six lessons over two weeks of training.

The Truth about Speed in Sports

In field and court sports, speed is a highly sought-after quality. We often see it as the ability to accelerate, but

that in reality is only part of the equation. The other part is the ability to decelerate.

For a tennis player to be able to sprint to the other end of the court to receive the ball, for example, he must first decelerate or change direction before acceleration takes place.

In the book Athletic Body in Balance, noted physi-cal therapist and strength coach Gray Cook states, “true quickness also includes the ability to stop a movement in a short amount of time”. So, if we wish to improve speed we should not overlook the other half of the equation.

Another important reason to train to decelerate is injury prevention. Deceleration places a lot more stress on your joints and muscles than acceleration. During a match, your body is typically put through hundreds of repetitions of these “stop-and-go” movements and as fatigue kicks in, form and technique tend to deteriorate and risk of injury is greatly increased.

Start working on the following exercises to improve your ability to decelerate and change direction quickly.

Forward Lunge• Start with your feet parallel and hip-width apart, lunge forward on one leg, and step back. Repeat on the other leg.

• Make sure that your weight is evenly distributed throughout the whole foot.

Lateral Lunge• Step to the side and lower hips to the floor by squatting back and down with the lead leg and keeping the back leg straight.

• Return to the starting position by pushing up with the lead leg.

• Change to the other leg and repeat for a prescribed number of repetitions.

Lateral Bound & Stabilisation• Your starting position is standing on one leg.

• Load your hips and arms and bound laterally, landing on opposite foot.

• Hold for three sec-onds and repeat on the other side.

Coaching Keys• Bound for both distance and height, “sticking” the landing. • Land softly by absorbing the impact through your hip and glutes. • Use your arms and hips to generate force during the movement.

Lewis Toh

Kids Fitness Course Friday, 10 June,12.30pm to 2pm at the Gym

The Kids’ Fitness Course (KFC) is an exciting programme and has been designed for our younger Members between 12 and 14 years old to access the gym for the first time. KFC is a comprehensive

training workshop to teach them how to use the gym safely. For more information, please call the Gym at

6220575 or email: [email protected]. Price: $55 per Member.

ENJOY WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS INTHE TANGLIN CLUB!

Locations• Squash Courts• Beer Garden

• S&R Complex Lobby• Tangles

• Gym • The Churchill Room

• Tavern • Main Clubhouse Lobby

• Deli Lounge• Raffles Room

• Claymore Room• Draycott Room• Main Library

• Reading Room• Terrace Restaurant & Bar

• Wheelhouse & Patio


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GOLF

Hot Competition & Camaraderie The Tanglin Club is one of the seven social clubs com-peting in the 2011 four-match Inter-Social Club Golf Tournament series. On 12 May we were the hosts of the second match of the year, with an afternoon shotgun at Raffles Country Club.

We played System 36 Stableford against six teams of 16 players from six other clubs and came in sixth.

Singapore Cricket Club 293 pointsSingapore Recreation Club 292 pointsSerangoon Garden Country Club 288 pointsSingapore Swimming Club 286 pointsChinese Swimming Club 284 pointsThe Tanglin Club 280 pointsChangi Beach Club 267 points

Our best performance came from Team A players Gerard Fitzgerald and George Filmeridis with 37 and 36 points, and Team B players Chin Siew Gim and Lee How Sheng on 36 and 35. The buayas remained in the cage as the highest scores among the remainder of the field was one at 39, two at 38 and four at 37.

The Tanglin Cub hosted the after-game prize-giving

dinner at Raffles Country Club’s Chinese restaurant. For those of you who missed it, it epitomised why we need to play more matches with our fellow social clubs. The food was great, the company was fantastic, the drinks went down well and the medal winners received much applause.

This was all topped off with our very own Christine Koh making her podium debut, emceeing the evening and keeping 100 or so hungry and thirsty golfers on kitchen passes under control.

If you missed this event, put your name down for the next match at Warren Golf & Country Club in August.

Annual Match vs The British ClubThirty-two players, Thursday afternoon, the rain. We played between one and five holes and Seletar Country Club would not give us even a nine-hole rain check. So we will re-host the re-match in September but not at Seletar as it’s too far away.

Annual ChampionshipWe have confirmed the Singapore Island Country Club New Course for the afternoon of 26 August, the very same day the Romans invaded Britain, Krakatoa erupted, the USSR launched its first intercontinental ballistic missile and the Beatles released Hey Jude.

As Julius, Nikita, Sir Frederick Weld, Paul and Barclays Capital would agree, it’s a date that has to go into the diary.

Convenor’s FootnoteIn support of our generous sponsor and mindful of our relationships with fellow clubs, when you play for The Tanglin Club please wear a blue Barclays shirt and join the prize-giving dinner.

Fore!

Chris ClaridgeGolf Convenor

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LAWN BOWLS

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Inter-Club Pairs LeagueTen teams competed on a round-robin basis from 14 February to 11 April. Each team played nine games. The standard of play was generally high, as would be expected of the participants, many of whom have experience of international compe-tition. Five points were awarded to each winning team and two points for a draw, so that an overall maxi-mum of 45 points was available to every team.

Tanglin B were winners of the League with 40 points, and con-gratulations go to Rodger Kimpton, the team captain and organiser of the event. He was well supported by his Team Members to ensure that The Tanglin Club presence in the Singapore Lawn Bowls fraternity is now well established, having won the overall honours twice in the three years of the league’s existence.

First runner-up was SingTel with 35 points and second runner-up was ELBC-A with 32. Regrettably, Tanglin A and Tanglin C, were only able to

achieve a modest number of wins between them, but there is no doubt that the experience will be put to good use during future tournaments.

Forthcoming EventsMontmorency Bowling Club from Australia will be visiting us for a friendly match on Sunday, 26 June when we will require a minimum number of 24 players. Please register soon to ensure your involvement in an afternoon of good sporting activity.

During the second half of the year, we expect to send a representative team to Darwin where bowls will be played against several local teams. Section Members who would like to go on this tour should please register as soon as possible.

Tanglin Club ChampionshipsBoth the Singles and the Drawn Pairs competitions are well under way. There have been few closely fought games but so far, most have been according to popular expecta-tion with no major upsets. Entries will soon be required for the Open Pairs so now is the time to make your over-tures to the partner of your choice!

We Are Here For You!Members that have yet to explore the world of Lawn Bowls will have noticed and perhaps read the announcement on the opposite page.

Those who have played other field sports which require hand-eye coor-dination and would like to have a go

at Lawn Bowls, why not come to one of our introduction sessions? All the equipment needed is here, and we have a team of talented bowlers to explain all aspects of the game.

Just don your trainers or flat-soled shoes, comfortable clothes and come and join us on Sunday afternoons from 3.30pm and Wednesday eve-nings from 5.30pm. These are the most popular times, but we are flex-ible and can fit in any reasonable time on any day.

Apart from the sport itself, we have a well-established social pro-gramme both within and beyond the Club which provides the oppor-tunity for enjoyment beyond the bowling green.

If you would like to chat about it, call at the Sports & Recreation Office for more information. You are unlikely to regret it.

T h e L a w n B o w l s S e c t i o n Committee and Members sincerely hope to see you soon.

John ChildSecretary

Introduction To Lawn Bowls

Monday, 13 June, 6pm to 8pm and Saturday, 18 June, 9.30am to 11.30am.

Briefing and video in Tangles followed by practice on the Lawn

Bowls Green. Attire: Flat-soled sports shoes,

polo shirt or comfortable clothes.

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SCUBA

Scuba Annual General Meeting30 April

The Scuba Annual General Meeting was held at the Raffles Room on 30 April and the Section’s 2010/2011 events and treasurer’s reports were presented to the Members.

The Scuba Section 2010/2011 From Left: Treasurer Helena Chu, Convenor Derek Quek and Secretary Jonathan Quek. Leong Yut Wah (left) and Doris Oxborrow.

Jonathan Quek (left) and Len Reutens.

From left: Derek Potter, Martin Rush and Mike Oxborrow.

The Scuba Annual General Meeting.

From left: Helena Chu, Wati Moderate, Stan Moderate and Shin Kwek.


SWIMMING

Mother’s Day Merlion Meet at the British Club

The British Club hosted the Third Merlion Meet in the morning of 8 May, which was Mother’s Day.

The Tanglin Club was represented by 12 swimmers although it was a busy day – being a special occasion and also the examination period.

The butterfly and breaststroke events were raced at this meet and our swimmers won three Gold, six Silver and six Bronze Medals.

We want to thank all mums for doing so much in supporting their children in their swimming activities.

We hope you all had a wonderful Mother’s Day.

Swim Safer Course

We will be conducting the Swim Safer Course, Bronze, Silver and Gold programme during the June school holiday.

This programme will teach children a range of water survival skills and water safety knowledge to safeguard against drowning. The Swim Safer programme has replaced the previous National Survival Swimming Award (NASSA).

This programme incorporates the essential elements of swimming, water survival and life saving skills to prepare swimmers to react appropriately when faced with sudden and adverse aquatic situations.

Participants must be able to swim continuously for 200m and are able to swim freestyle, breaststrokeand backstroke.

Price: $60 (includes testing fees and certificate). Please call 84288781 to register.

Schedule

1 & 2 June, 9am to 11am Test will be conducted on

Friday,3 June

22 & 22 June, 9am to 11amTest will be conducted on Friday,

24 June


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SQUASH

Upcoming Events

• Inter-Section friendly with the Tennis Section – July

• Hong Kong International Squash 3s – 10 to 12 June

•SICC Jumbo Doubles – 1 to 3 July

Birthday Bash14 MayAfter a very good turnout of 44 players for social Squash, we got together in the Beer Garden to help celebrate those who had recent birthdays: Paul Harnett, Gary Matthews, Anthony Rawlinson, Shane Hagan and Peter Allan. These birthday boys have seen many birthdays and the youngsters were far more excited at seeing a birthday cake. The sons of a couple of players got into the action early and blew out the candles.

Royal Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC) Jumbo DoublesApril 30 to May 2This tournament is part of the annual calendar of Jumbo Doubles, and seven teams represented The Tanglin Club. The following account is from Allan Leddra.

“A relatively small draw this year (32 teams) meant that the very, very early morning starts (normally 7am) were not necessary and this allowed our entrants to either spend some extra time at the bar or longer time to recuperate. So, we wonder which it was.

TC 5 (Allan Leddra and Richard Coventry) started with a good win over HKFC 2 (father and son), they were down 9-11 in the third, and won 2-1.

The next round was one too many for them against TC 1 (Shane Hagan and Timothy Arnold). TC 6 (Robert Wiener and Glenn Bryce) went into the Plate and played HKFC 5 (another father and son). Bryce arrived displaying his six-pack, along with copious wine and probably other liquid refreshments, so there was no doubt which avenue he chose the night before. Under normal circumstances this should have been a win for The Tanglin Club, but instead it was “wine”!

RBSC had a race day on the Saturday and we were treated to some exciting horse racing. At RBSC you are so close to the track that you can see the jockeys and horses very clearly and it is a great atmosphere. No doubt a few of our guys lost some money that afternoon.

Handicap Tournament April

This style of tournament is a sort of lottery and allows any player a chance of winning, regardless of playing standard. Each game is played to 15 points with players being allocated varying positive or negative handicaps. In the final this year, Ishwalal Pranlal prevailed over Sam Alexander, while in the plate, Alex Montefiore beat Ian Collins in the plate final

Give Racketball A TryWe now have 175 Squash Section Members, but very few ladies. A drive is on this year to get more ladies on court, and part of this is to promote racketball, which can be played on the Squash singles court and is a lot easier for beginners.

For racketball, the racket is like a tennis racket with a shorter shaft, the ball is bigger, bounces like a tennis ball (see photo), is easier to play with and allows longer rallies for beginners. I first saw racketball played at the Penang Sports Club where many of the older players chose to play racketball because they did not have to turn and bend so much . Fo r f u r the r information about racketball, contact Ross MacKenzie.

Ishwarlal Pranlal and Sam Alexander.

RBSC Losing Plate Finalist Marc Nicholson (left) and Avinash Reddy.

Thank You by Shane Hagan.


TENNIS

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Our New Singles Champions

May was a busy month for the Club Championships. Let me update you on the Annual Singles results.

They were held over the week of 3 May. The rain stayed away, but the heat remained. We had 22 entries from the men, which was a knockout, and eight ladies for the singles, where we held a round robin.

Missing from our championships were our reigning champs, so the title was up for grabs from someone new. During the tournament, our No. 2 seed Vincent Lam had to withdraw due to the early arrival of his first child, a girl born 7 May at 5.47pm. Congratulations!

The first men’s semi-finals came down to the brothers Ali and Imran Mooraj, the older brother Imran overpowering his younger brother. The other semi-final was between Taco Portengen and Evan Tan, where the

more experienced Taco pulled away with a win to move into the final.

The first ladies’ semi-final was between Maddie Noda and Shigeko Ueno. Shigeko put up a great battle against Maddie, losing in three sets. The second semi-final was between the much younger Anne Tan and this writer, who put up a good fight but was overpowered by some blistering shots from her opponent.

The men’s final between Taco and Imran ended in a 6-2, 6-2 win to Taco. Imran at only 13 is a very talented player and someone to continue to watch. It was a well-played match indeed.

The ladies’ final between Anne and Maddie was also a very good match, with Anne taking the title 6-1, 6-2.

Virginia LongfellowTennis Convenor

Hitting the Sweet SpotWith a new name and new image, the Tanglin Hit Squad (formerly the Tanglin Tough Cookies) left the crumbs of last season behind and “hit” the courts running.

Our squad enjoys wonderful team spirit and loyalty. Especially appreciated are the Hit ladies who regularly come to support the team even on the days they are not scheduled to play.

With the guidance and support of our great coaches (thanks,Ken Smith, Scott McLean and Greg Hassett!) and the skilful leadership of our much-loved Ling, we emerged at the top of our Division D.

We look forward to the challenges of Division C tennis!

Marian Kho

Back row (from left): Amanda Moore, Catherine Hughes, Cynthia Lau, Marian Kho, Ling Chiam, Asha Chetty, Rochelle Gray and Gail Wang.

Front Row (from left): Kate Horsburgh, Annie Milne, Sabrina MartinNot in picture: Karen Matthews.


Thhee Tanglin Club MagazineJune 2011

WELLNESS

Breathing correctly is important to support all our vital functions.

Learning how to breathe properly and effectively promotes better bodily function and can substantially improve the quality of life.

Emotions are closely connected

with breathing. How we feel is reflect-ed in our pattern of breathing.

Fear, anger and anxiety produce fast, shallow and irregular breathing.

On the other hand, feelings of pleasure, contentment and happiness induce slow, gentle breathing.

The way you hold your body also affects the way you breathe, and the way you breathe affects the align-ment, balance and appearance of your body.

In alternative medicine, correct breathing is an important therapeutic tool to help reduce stress and pro-mote a sense of self-control.

How do you breathe in (draw air into the lungs) and breathe out (expel air from the lungs) properly and effectively? Simply be more aware of

the “tools” you have and learn how to make better use of them. • The nose controls the quantity and quality of air we take in. The nose takes in as much or as little air as we train it to do. Inside, tiny hairs and a mucous membrane

trap dirt so that the air is f i l tered before enter ing the lungs.• The pharynx, also known as t rachea , opens in to the windpipe.• The lungs are made up of a complex network of bronchi (air passages), bronchioles (sub-division of the bronchi) and alveoli (air sacs).• The diaphragm is the major

muscle drawing air into the lungs. Fatigue, sluggishness, a poor

immune response and stress affect the way we use our diaphragm. With shal-low breathing, we are reaching only the top of the lungs and are depriving our bodies of health-giving oxygen.

But the point is, we can cre-ate a change in our emotional state by consciously altering our pattern of breathing.

The first step is to breathe correctly when breathing consciously. Think of yourself as a bird, soaring in the sky with nothing around you but cool, fresh air. Your breathing is effortless, smooth

and steady, with the air reaching right to your lungs.

Follow these simple steps.

• Breathe in through your nose, letting it filter, warm and moisten the air, preparing it for the lungs.• Breathe in slowly, deeply and gently as this conserves energy and prevents fatigue. By slowing down your breathing, you prevent the build up of tension.• Spend more time exhaling than inhaling. Make it twice as long. For example, breathe in through your nose for four counts, hold for four, than exhale through your mouth, counting to eight. This gets rid of stale air more effectively.

Article contributed by Spa Botanica, Level 5, Tanglin Club Sports Centre

Make Every Breath Count

Using Aromatherapy Oils

Certain aromatherapy oils can help you breathe better when you have a stuffy nose or when

your chest is congested.

• Eucalyptus – clears blocked nasal passages, helps breathing,

eases sinusitis.

• Cedarwood – expands breath, relieves blocked nose,

coughs and bronchitis.

• Myrrh – calms breath, soothes tight chesty coughs,

draws out infection.

• Lemon-scented eucalyptus – soothes asthma, eases chesty coughs.

• Thyme – unblocks respiratory passages when you

have a cold or the flu, boosts immunity.

Visit Spa Botanica to try its complete range of therapeutic oils.

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BOOKS & DVDS

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ADULT FICTIONThe Peach KeeperSarah Addison AllenThe Windup GirlPaolo BacigalupiThe School of NightLouis BayardWarlord: An Alex Hawke NovelTed BellThe Tortilla CurtainT Coraghessan BoyleBehind the Black DoorSarah BrownGoddess of VengeanceJackie CollinsCuckooJulia CrouchThe Priest’s GraveyardTed DekkerThe Hare with Amber Eyes: A Family’s Century of Art and LossEdmund Del WaalDevils Garden -- PaperbackEdward DocxRain StormBarry EislerBlood CountRobert GoddardUFO in Her EyesXiaolu GuoThe RedeemedM R Hall

A Discovery of WitchesDeborah E Harkness22 Britannia RoadAmanda HodgkinsonThe Last Four ThingsPaul HoffmanLove in a HeadscarfShelina JanmohamedMiralRula JebrealCustodyManju KapurThe PaybackSimon KernickThe Woman He Loved BeforeDorothy KoomsonI Am Number FourPittacus LoreThe PyramidHenning MankellA Life ApartNeel MukherjeeThe Tiger’s WifeTea ObrehtThe PriestGerard O’DonovanSkipping A BeatSarah PekkanenRemember MeChristopher PikeThe Shadow of the SoulSarah Pinborough

Gideon’s SwordDouglas PrestonSomeone Else’s GardenDipika RaiChasing FireNora RobertsThe Three Weissmanns of WestportCathleen SchineThose in PerilWilbur SmithThe CollaboratorMirza WaheedThe Terror of LivingUrban WaheedThe UnseenKatherine WebbSon of HeavenDavid WingroveThe Cross GardenerJason F WrightAfter the Fire, A Still Small VoiceEvie Wyld Young Hearts CryingRichard Yates

ADULT NON-FICTIONThe Taliban Shuffle: Strange Days in Afghanistan and PakistanKim Barker

Decadent DessertsCristina CountessDe VogueThe Information: A History, A Theory, A FloodJames GleickThe Disappearing Spoon: And Other Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the ElementsSam KeanGreat Soul: Mahatma Gandhi and His Struggle with IndiaJoseph LelyveldSingapore Shifting Boundaries: Social Change in the Early 21st CenturySharon Lim, William & SiddiqueKitchen ChineseAnn MahVegetables by Forty Great French ChefsPatrick MikanowskiMy Indian KitchenHari NayakA Widow’s Story:A MemoirJoyce Carol Oates

NEW DVDsACTION & ADVENTURE• Death Race 2 (2010)• Game Of Death (2010)• Outpost (2008)• Shaolin (2011)• Smilla’s Sense of Snow (1997)• The Chronicle Of Narnia: The Voyage of The Dawn Treader (2010)• The Punisher (2004)• The Tourist (2010)• Tron: Legacy (2010)• War, Inc (2008)

ANIMATION• Goldilocks and the 3 Bears (2008)• Paprika (2006)• Yogi Bear (2010)

COMEDY• A Woman, A Gun and A Noodle Shop (2009• Bratz (2007)• Break Ke Baad (2010)• Dan In Real Life (2007)• Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji (2011)• Dilwale Dulihania Le Jayenge (1995)• Diminished Capacity (2008)• Gulliver’s Travels (2010)• Hello Dolly! (1969)• I Love You Too (2010)• Little Fockers (2010)• Mr & Mrs Incredible (2011)

• Not One Less (1999)• Nurse Betty (2000)• Stan Helsing (2009)• Talkingcock The Movie (2002)• Tees Maar Khan (2010)• 12 Storeys (1997)• The Joneses (2009)• The Rebound (2009)• What Women Want (2011)• Yamla Ragla Deewana (2011)

DOCUMENTARY• Arjin: Tibetan Secret Land (2008)• J R R Tolkien (2009)• The Nazis: A Warning From History (1997)• Troy: Myth or Reality? (2004)

DRAMA• 20th Century Boys - Chapter 1: Beginning of the End (2008)• 21st Century Boys II - Chapter 2: The Last Hope (2009)• Ballet Shoes (2007)• Be with Me (2005)• Beijing Bicycle (2001)• Berlin 36 (2009)• Box! (2010)• Burlesque (2010)• Chaplin (1992)• City Of Life And Death (2009)• Country Strong (2010)• Fair Game (2010)• Friday The 13th (2009)

• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)• Heidi (2005) • Madame Bovary (2005)• Merlin (1998)• Not Easily Broken (2009)• One Night Stand (1997)• Quill (2004)• R L Stine’s Mostly Ghostly (2008)• Rudy (2003)• Simpatico (1999)• Stop-Loss (2008)• Suspiria (1977)• The Education of Charlie Banks (2007)• The Emperor and the Assassin (1998)• My Magic (2008)• Be With Me (2005)• Mee Pok Man (1997)• No Day Off (2006)• The Fighter (2010)• The Fourth Portrait (2010)• The Journey of the August King (1995)• The King’s Speech (2010)• The Night of the Hunter (1955)• The Way Back (2010)• To Live (1994)• Tsunami: The Aftermath (2006)• Walking On Water (2002)• Whatever Lola Wants (2007)• William and Kate (2011)• Winter’s Bone (2010)


BOOKS & DVDS

FOR KIDS• Barbie: A Fairy Secret (2011)• Sid the Science Kid: All My Senses and 2 other Science Exploration (2011)• Strawberry Shortcake: Putting on the Glitz (2011)

TV SERIES• Burn Notice: Season 3• Desperate Housewives: Season 5• Dexter: The First Season• Monk: Season 6 - 8• Murder One: Season 1

• The Andy Griffth Show• The Mentalist: Season 2• Without a Trace: Season 2• Without a Trace: Season 4

DVD ReviewThe King’s Speech starring Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush

Prince Albert (Firth) has suffered from a debilitating speech impediment all his life. Unfortunately for him, he is suddenly thrust into the limelight after the death of his father King George V and the scandalous abdication of his elder brother Prince Edward VII.

King George VI, the new King of England, is head of a country on the brink of war and in desperate need of a leader. His wife, Elizabeth, the future Queen Mother, arranges for her husband to see an eccentric speech therapist Lionel Logue (Rush). After a rough start, the two delve into an unorthodox course of treatment and eventually form an unbreakable bond. With the support of Logue, his family, his government and Winston Churchill, the King overcomes his stammer and delivers a radio address that inspires his people and unites them in battle. It is based on a true story.

Book ReviewThe Last Four ThingsBy Paul Hoffman

Allow Hoffman to draw you once more into a world of dark fantasy, adventure, death and destruction. The Last Four Things, which refer to death, judgement, heaven and hell, is a sequel to The Left Hand of God.

If fervent belief, End of Days prophecies and tortured souls are your cup of tea, then follow Thomas Cale as he continues on his journey of self discovery.

It begins with Cale’s return to the Redeemer Sanctuary, the stronghold of a secretive sect of warrior monks.

He is told by the Lord Militant that the destruction of mankind is necessary and the only way to undo God’s greatest mistake.

Cale seemingly accepts his role as the Left Hand of God, the Angel of Death. Absolute power is within his grasp. But perhaps not even the grim power that the Redeemers hold over Cale is enough.

The boy turns from love to poisonous hatred in a heartbeat, and switches between kindness and utter violence in the blink of an eye.

The annihilation that the Redeemers seek may well be in Cale’s hands – but his soul is far stranger than they can ever know.


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CINEMA

Showtimes: Friday, 8pm • Saturday, 6pm & 9pm • Sunday, 2.30pm and 8pm • Film Ratings: G – General viewing • PG – Parental guidance required NC16 – No children below 16 • 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. Tickets can be obtained at Reception.No food and drinks allowed in the Theatrette. Moviegoers are to be seated 15 minutes before showtime. Movie details subject to changes.

UPCOMING MOVIES

1, 2 & 3 JulyBeastly

8, 9 &10 JulyRabbit Hole

15, 16 & 17 JulyNo Strings Attached

22, 23 & 24 JulyThe Tourist

BURLESQUE - PG3, 4, 5 June • Drama (119 mins) • Starring: Cher, Christina Aguilera, Stanley Tucci, Kristen Bell • Director: Steve AntinAli (Aguilera) is a small-town girl with a big voice trying to escape hardship and an uncertain future following her dream in Los Angeles. She stumbles upon The Burlesque Lounge. The majestic but ailing theatre is home to an inspired musical revue, and Tess (Cher), the owner and headliner, hires Ali as a cocktail waitress. The gorgeous costumes and bold choreography enraptures the ingenue who vows to make it onto the stage one day.

THE WHITE RIBBON - M1810, 11 & 12 June • Drama (140 mins) • Starring: Christian Friedel, Ernst Jacobi, Leonie Benesch, Ulrich Tukur • Director: Michael HanekeThe story takes place between 1913 and 1914, on the eve of World War 1, in a village in Protestant north Germany. It centres around the children and teenagers of a choir run by the village schoolteacher and their families: the baron, the steward, the pastor, the doctor, the midwife and the tenant farmers. Strange accidents occur and gradually take on the character of a punishment ritual. Who is behind it all?

TOY STORY 3 - PG24, 25 & 26 June • Animation (109 mins) • Starring: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Michael Keaton, Timothy Dalton • Director: Lee UnkrichToy Story 3 welcomes back Woody (voiced by Hanks), Buzz (Allen) and the whole gang to the big screen as Andy prepares to depart for college and his loyal toys find themselves in...day care! Unruly tots with their sticky little fingers do not play nice, so plans for the great escape get under way. A few new faces join the adventure, including Barbie’s boyfriend Ken (Keaton), a thespian hedgehog named Mr Pricklepants (Dalton) and a pink, strawberry-scented teddy bear called Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear (Beatty).

BIUTIFUL - M1817, 18 & 19 June • Foreign (148 mins) • Starring: Javier Bardem, Maricel Álvarez, Hanaa Bouchaib, Guillermo Estrella • Director: Alejandro González InarrituBiutiful is a love story between a father and his children. It is the journey of Uxbal (Bardem), a conflicted man who struggles to reconcile fatherhood, love, spirituality, crime, guilt and mortality amid the dangerous underbelly of modern Barcelona. Like life itself, this is a circular tale that ends where it begins.

29, 30 & 31 JulyRio

Have Your Cake & Eat It!You can have it both ways and every which way when you plan a Children’s Birthday Party at The Tanglin Club.

The Catering & Sales Department is the perfect party planner for you. It’s a one-stop shop, the price is always right, and you won’t have a thing to worry about.

From the Club’s newly opened children-friendly facili-ties, to the high standard of service, wide array of party snacks to choose from, the entertainment, and much more, The Tanglin is the right choice. Your children will thank you for having the best party ever, and so will their friends.

What are you waiting for? For more information, call 66220434.

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friends over drinks, overlooking the indoor Tennis Court.

Enjoy a game of Darts with your favourite brew or catch up on the latest happenings in the sporting arena on a 50-inch TV and projector screen.

5 Stevens Road, Singapore 257814 • Tel: 66220555 • Fax: 67332391 • Website: www.tanglinclub.org.sg

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