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The Arts & Culture Committee can help you learn about and cultivate a passion for Asian arts and culture through our monthly lectures and excursions. We explore different areas each month such as appreciating Chinese ceramics, understanding regional architecture such as the Chinese Shophouse or Balinese temple, or learning how important textiles can be in the life of regional cultures. For more details contact Vicki Jackson.
AWA Marketplace
Moving? Repatriating? Out with the old and in with the new? If you have stuff to sell, Marketplace online is the place to sell it!
- Buy and sell personal and household goods
- Include photos of your items
- Available exclusively to AWA members*
- No merchandise and no advertising
sites.google.com/site/awamarketplace
*The fine print: Access to the website requires a free Google account (all email accounts accepted) and confirmation of AWA membership. Contact Ashley McAuley for more information.
International Choir
The AWA International Choir welcomes women with all levels of musical experience who want to blend their voices with an international mix of women who love to sing. We rehearse on Wednesdays from 9.45am to 12pm at St. Bernadette Catholic Church near Great World City and we perform at local venues. If you are interested in joining the choir, want to sit in on a rehearsal, or would like to learn more please contact Lynda Bolland or check out the choir on their website.
Christianity
Would you like information about local churches and bible study groups? We are looking for a few committed women to do so much more! We would like to be able to offer luncheons, a motivational Family Christmas program, Christian speakers and many other events. Please come and join us; contact Angel Corrigan or email christianitycommitteesing@gmail.com to get involved.
After Ni Hao!
Have you been taking Mandarin lessons, but want more opportunity to speak? Are you a native Mandarin speaker willing to help enthusiastic learners? Then this is the group for you! We meet weekly to practice our speaking and listening skills. Dialogues and vocabulary are provided. For more information please contact Ashley McAuley.
Bridge
AWA Bridge players meet on Mondays at 12 pm at the American Club, Colonial Room. We play according to American Standard Five-Card Major Rules at an Intermediate level. We play 'duplicate' but you do not need a partner to join, we randomly determine partners on the day of play. Please come and join us! Each session costs $20 and includes a light lunch. Contact Karol Crouse for more information and to sign up.
Bunco
Bunco is a simple dice game which can be learned very quickly, but mostly it's a great reason to have a night out with a fun group of ladies and enjoy some adult beverages. We meet once a month, usually at a member's home. Currently we have 12 ladies who host Bunco but several more who want to start another group. Contact Lisa Chao for more information.
Mahjong
If you have always wondered about this game, now is your chance to join this group. Mahjong has crossed many cultures, generations and styles of play; we play the international style in a low-stress, FUN and 'learner-friendly' atmosphere on Mondays from 1pm to 4 pm at the American Club, Atrium Room. Teaching sessions are conducted the first two Mondays of each month. We ask that newcomers undertake to come to both sessions. Please register with the AWA Office; each session costs $15 for members and $20 for guests, and includes drinks and a light lunch. Contact Karen Duffy for more information.
Beading Buddies
For all those who enjoy beading, want to learn a new skill, improve your skill level or meet new friends with a common interest - join us! Just bring along your beads, your tools and your inspiration. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month in a member's home. Contact Malu Kaul for more information.
Quilting
This is an opportunity to pick up your quilting again! Perhaps you are looking for companions who share the passion of quilting. We meet each week on Thursday from 10 am - 3 pm. If you are interested, please contact Angeles Romera or Marg Hawker.
Scrapbooking
If you want to get all of your priceless photos organized this is the group for you. We usually meet the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at a member's home. Whether you are new to scrapbooking or have been scrapping forever, bring your photos, albums, books, supplies and lunch and spend time with other ladies sharing ideas and getting caught up on your scrapbooks. For more information contact Susan Studebaker-Rutledge.
Sew 'n Tell
This group is designed for those who like to do handiwork. We usually meet in a member's home on the first Wednesday of every month. Bring your knitting, cross stitch, mending or other handiwork, or join us to learn a new skill and meet friends with a common interest. For more information please contact AWA Office.
Book Groups
The AWA Book Groups meet once a month, typically at a member's home. Book group members decide on the books to read in advance so that everyone has ample time to obtain and read each book. The meetings are typically held at a member's house and usually last about 1½ hours. New members are welcome and you are free to attend on an occasional basis if you just want to discuss a specific book or to see what the group is about. Please contact Lisa Carp for more information. Check out Book Resources for book stores in Singapore.
Book Swap
Come by the AWA bookshelves and swap or purchase books that have been swapped or donated by other AWA members. Fiction, non-fiction, mysteries, best sellers, award winners - there is something for everyone! Please bring books in good condition.
Motivational Book Group
We focus on improving our outlook in all areas of our lives and promoting positive attitudes. Each week, the group covers one chapter of a self-help book and meets to discuss how to integrate the positive information we have obtained into our busy lives. Please contact Lindley Craig for more information or to register your interest in this group.
Writer's Group
Whether you're a professional writer or a beginner you are welcome to join us and meet other aspiring authors! We meet every other week on Thursday or Friday. Please contact Lynn Zampa or Dhooleka Raj for more information.
Page last updated: January 06, 2012