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November 2016
American Association...... 1-6 Member Discounts.............. 3 CRCE & Business............. 7-9 Community News........ 10-17 Travel......................... 14-15 Surviving the Holidays.... 18-23 Health and Wellness......... 24 Arts & Culture.................. 25
Travel 14-15
Health and Wellness 24
Take a Chilly Trip to Antarctica
Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
Arts & Culture 25
Two Great Productions You Just Can’t Miss
Surviving the Holidays 18-23
Make Your Holidays the Best Ever MCI (P) 116/04/2016
Photo by Tatyana Kildisheva
Welcome Back Celebration 2016 By Sarah Walston
T
he American Association of Singapore’s (AAS) annual Welcome Back Celebration (cosponsored by GEMS World Academy this year) is always a great way for those coming back from summer holiday travels to reconnect with old friends and for newcomers just arriving in Singapore to be welcomed into the AAS community. This year’s celebration did not disappoint, as more than 180 AAS member families and friends gathered together. A big thanks to the exciting new location, Zoom Park, for an afternoon of trampoline jumping, eating and good old-fashioned fun. Whether it was challenging others to a friendly game of dodgeball, testing skills at the rock climbing wall, slam dunking a basketball or free-style jumping high into the sky, there was something for everyone. Just about
everybody gave bouncing a try and it’s hard to say who had more fun doing their best impression of Tigger the Tiger. The younger tots giggled endlessly, bouncing just the tiniest bit while older kids gave their try at some more complicated tricks. Adults? They tried their best to keep up (and some were pretty good)! With all the excess energy burnt, quite an appetite was worked up and, thanks to Smokey’s BBQ, guests enjoyed a flavorful spread of barbecue, brisket and all the fixin’s, along with delicious cookies from The American Club. Certified Public Accountant Hayden T Joseph also contributed to ensure a great time was had by all. US Ambassador to Singapore Kirk Wagar and AAS President Glenn van Zutphen joined in the excitement and gave a short welcome message to the
group. Guests had the opportunity to learn all about AAS Strategic Partners: CitiBank; Expat Dental; Singapore American School and The American Club. Attendees were also able to pick up some special treats at the Warehouse Club table. Sister organizations were represented, including the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham), the American Women’s Association (AWA), the Navy League and the US Embassy. As the afternoon drew to a close, the many tired, smiling faces heading home were a testament to the fun had by all and the anticipation of more exciting events in the weeks and months to come. The AAS team welcomes all families and friends, both old and new, to Singapore and we look forward seeing you again soon!
American Association of Singapore’s Annual Strategic Partners