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Celebrating Christmas in the Tropics
Stephanie gives us a warm, practical guide to creating meaningful Christmas traditions in Singapore—from tropical décor ideas to relaxed holiday meals, conscious gifting, and ways to give back—showing how to blend nostalgia with new rituals that fit life in the tropics.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Nov 144 min read
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Sixty
In a letter to Singapore on the occasion of its 60th birthday, Amanda Jaffe fondly recalls the gifts of expat life on the Little Red Dot, including her identity as a writer.

Amanda Jaffe
Sep 54 min read
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The Women Who Built Singapore: Samsui Women
Stephanie Kolentsis uncovers the remarkable legacy of the Samsui Women, whose strength and contributions were pivotal in shaping modern Singapore. Explore their inspiring stories of resilience and dedication, and find out about current exhibits and productions that offer deeper insights into their vital role in the city’s history.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Apr 254 min read
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Fresh Starts: Exciting New Activities to Try in 2025
Looking to shake things up in 2025? This could be the perfect time to step out of your comfort zone and try something new ...

Stephanie Kolentsis
Feb 135 min read
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Connecting Through Culture: Celebrating Art, Literature, Film, and More in Singapore
Check out Stephanie Kolentsis' list of exciting events in Singapore for November and December 2024!

Stephanie Kolentsis
Nov 11, 20244 min read
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Joo Chiat's Hidden Gems
Stephanie Kolentsis is a Singapore East Coast resident who shares about her favourite spots to visit in the Joo Chiat neighbourhood

Stephanie Kolentsis
Sep 5, 20244 min read
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What's On This Spring
Stephanie Kolentsis cherry picks the best arts & culture events in Singapore this spring 2024.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Apr 7, 20243 min read
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Art Extravaganza: Your Guide to Singapore Art Week's Must-See Events
AWA member Stephanie Kolentsis shares her picks and must-see events at Singapore's 2024 Art Week, starting Jan 17, 2024.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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What to See and Do at the Singapore Writers Festival
Recommendations for the 2023 Singapore Writers Festival that includes big-name authors, Singaporean and Southeast Asian authors.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Nov 6, 20232 min read
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Redefining Success: Chasing Personal Fulfilment
After losing her job, Stephanie Kolentsis turns a personal obstacle into an opportunity to redefine success and fulfilment for herself.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Sep 2, 20232 min read
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Five Ways to Beat the Heat this Summer
Singapore Living, by Stephanie Kolentsis Some people acclimatise to the Singapore heat. I’m not one of those people. After seven years in...

Stephanie Kolentsis
May 5, 20233 min read
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Reasons to love Spring: Salad Greens
By Keri and Kelsi Matwick Another limp lettuce leaf, you sigh as you push aside wilted greens. The tomatoes are lackluster too. Finding a...

Keri Matwick
Feb 28, 20234 min read
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Springing into Life with Green Eye Candy
Family Fun Adventures: Cool Things to Do Around Singapore by Dulce Zamora For the first time since 2012, my parents visited Singapore....

Dulce Zamora
Feb 28, 20233 min read
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The Natural Way to Recharge: Why You Should Try Forest Bathing in Singapore
by Stephanie Kolentisis Are you feeling cooped up and disconnected from nature? You're not alone. With the endless hours spent inside...

Stephanie Kolentsis
Feb 28, 20233 min read
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YEAR OF THE RABBIT: Rabbits Mythical and Real
By Helena A Cochrane In 2023, we bid farewell to the Tiger, and welcome the Rabbit, who hops tenderly on to the scene and brings hope for...

Helena Cochrane
Dec 31, 20223 min read
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Singapore Green Plan 2030 Explained
Sustainability, the Singapore Way by Claire Langrée Saf (first published in the AWA May-June 2022 issue) What is sustainability?...

Claire Langrée Saf
Nov 8, 20223 min read
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