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Let’s Celebrate National Family Festival!

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)
Time: 9am onwards

In support of the National Family Festival, check out some of the fun activities we have in store for you!

Bouncy Castles 

• Parental supervision is recommended.

• In the event of rain, the bouncy castles will be closed.

  

  Game Sets 

  

  Basketball Game

  Join your family for an exciting basketball game! Work together to build on each other's strengths and encourage one another as you aim to achieve your personal best scores. After the game, show your appreciation by writing heartfelt words of affirmation for your family members!

   

  

  Golf Game

  Gather your family for an exciting game of golf! Take careful aim and try to get the golf ball into the hole with as few strokes as possible. After the game, show your appreciation by writing heartfelt words of affirmation for your family members!

Learn about Project Blue Wave!

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)

Time: 9am onwards

Come and drop by our Project Blue Wave booth and learn about the movement by PAssion Wave to promote clean and blue water landscape in Singapore!  Take part in our booth games such as "How long till it's gone?" and "The 6 R's" to find out more about how you can play a part in saving the environment whilst having fun at it.

Nagomi Art & Eco-Upcycle Interest Group by PAssion Wave @ Jurong Lake Gardens

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)

Time:

Eco-Upcycling Session: 9am – 12pm
Nagomi Art Session: 1pm – 5pm

1. Nagomi Art
    

Join our Nagomi Arts Try Out and immerse yourself in the timeless essence of this craft and discover tranquillity entwined with tradition as you savour a harmonious fusion of colours and charm.

2. Craft & Eco-Upcycle Interest Group

Transform everyday items into beautiful crafts while contributing to environmental sustainability! Join our vibrant community of women who share a passion for crafting and upcycling.

This activity is conducted by Taman Jurong CC's Women's Executive Committee (WEC).

Meet the Composting Heroes by Majulah Green

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)

Time: 9.30am – 6pm (final session at 5.50pm)

This is a 15-minute interactive micro-show, happening every 40 minutes. It’s designed for walk-in visitors of all ages to enjoy a fun and educational hands-on introduction to composting through the fascinating world of worms.

The show features the African Night Crawlers (ANCs) composting worms that turn food and paper waste into worm castings, known as farmer’s gold.

What Visitors Will Experience:

• Meet and handle African Night Crawlers

• Touch and feel real worm castings (vermicompost)

• Learn how worms recycle waste into natural fertilizer

• Understand the role of worm castings in soil and plant health

• Pick up simple composting tips for home and garden use

Dancing Colours on Water

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)

Time: 10am onwards

Create stunning patterns inspired by nature

Dive into the mesmerizing art of water marbling in this hands-on activity! Using vibrant paints and water, you’ll create stunning patterns on water. Beyond the beauty, water marbling fosters relaxation, enhances focus, and boosts creativity, offering a calming and rewarding experience. Step into this creative journey, to create beautiful, marbled masterpieces that are uniquely yours!

What you will be doing

• Discover water marbling: Learn about this centuries-old craft, its cultural significance, and how swirling paints on water creates mesmerizing, one-of-a-kind patterns.

• Experience relaxation and focus: Engage in the calming process of water marbling, which enhances mindfulness, reduces stress, and encourages mental clarity through creative expression.

• Build artistic skills: Experiment with patterns and colour blending inspired by the natural forms- ripples in water, leaf veins, and flower petals

Clouds in the Sky by Wild Dot

Date: 13 July (Sun)

Time: 9am onwards

This participatory work "Clouds in the Sky" invites visitors to play, transform and reinterpret, through making foraged prints and the slow process of rejuvenating unrefined pottery clay into paint.

It is a gentle, open-ended invitation to consider how various forms and shapes encountered in the Garden might shift and take on new life from start to finish!

Singapore Association for Mental Health 

Date: 12 to 13 July (Sat to Sun) 

Time: 10am onwards 

Come discover SAMH's inspiring work in mental wellness! Since 1968, the Singapore Association for Mental Health has been empowering individuals through creative, psychosocial and vocational programmes.  

At our Mindset Learning Hub, we support persons-in-recovery through employability training in areas like F&B, retail, and administrative work, while nurturing their creative expression through handcrafted merchandise. At Activity Hub @ Pelangi Village, residents engage in therapy, social work, and vocational programmes, creating artwork that reflects their personal journeys of resilience and hope.  

Visit our booth to learn more about our initiatives and browse through handcrafted items that tell meaningful stories of recovery. Your support makes a difference in fostering mental wellness and social inclusion in our community. 

Marketplace 

Date: 12 to 13 July (Sat to Sun) 

Time: 10am onwards 

Discover a curated selection of local artisanal goods, handcrafted items, and delectable treats at our vibrant marketplace. From sustainable lifestyle products to unique art pieces and gourmet delights, our vendors offer thoughtfully crafted items that celebrate creativity and conscious living. 

Look Out For: Heartfelt handcrafted treasures from SAMH Mindset Learning Hub and SAMH Activity Hub @ Pelangi Village! Browse through a meaningful collection of crochet bags, canvas art, handmade accessories, and lifestyle gifts - each piece lovingly created by persons-in-recovery as part of their creative expression and recovery journey. Your support helps build confidence and foster social inclusion while promoting mental wellness awareness in our community. 

Water Activities Try-out!

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)

Time:
(Session 1) 2pm – 3pm

(Session 2) 3pm – 4pm

(Session 3) 4pm – 5pm

Location: PAssion Wave @ Jurong Lake Gardens (register at Lakeside Field)

In the event of heavy rain, this event will be cancelled.

Register for your preferred time slot at the PAssion Wave booth at Lakeside Field in the morning. Limited slots are available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Experience the fun of the double-seated open deck kayaking and pedal boating while taking in the scenic views of Jurong Lake Gardens.

Zumba® Activity by PAssion Wave @ Jurong Lake Gardens

Date: 12 July (Sat)

Time: 9am – 10am

• Sessions are free and open to public walk-ins

• No registration required

• This workout session will be conducted on Lakeside Field. In the event of heavy rain, it will be shifted to PAssion Wave Viewing Gallery (Level 2).

Add more rhythm to your fitness regime by joining our exhilarating Zumba® Fitness programme. Set against fast-paced Latin music, this is your chance to get together with others and dance your way to greater health and fitness.

HIIT Workout by PAssion Wave @ Jurong Lake Gardens

Date: 13 July (Sun)

Time: 9am – 10am

• Sessions are free and open to public walk-ins

• No registration required

• This workout session will be conducted on PAssion Wave Viewing Gallery (Level 2).

Ready to kickstart your fitness journey? Join our beginner-friendly HIIT program designed for ages 13–60! We’ll walk you through a simple workouts that can fit into your daily routine. No experience needed—just bring your energy and we’ll take care of the rest!

MOLLY Mobile Library by National Library Board

Date: 12 – 13 July (Sat to Sun)

Time: 10am – 5pm

All aboard MOLLY — the National Library Board’s magical Mobile Library! Get ready to discover the world of knowledge for the whole family!

Roving Art Studio by National Gallery Singapore

Date: 12 Jul (Sat)

Time: 9am – 2pm

Explore nature-inspired motifs through Batik!

Did you know that natural materials such as leaves, fruits, branches, roots, and flowers are often used to make dyes for batik artworks? Many batik pieces feature motifs inspired by the flora and fauna of the region.

Create your own batik-inspired artwork inspired by the traditional batik making technique. Guided by our facilitators, you will apply glue to outline nature-inspired motifs before adding colors, just like in real batik art.

The Time Travellers’ Guild: A Workshop by KidsSTOP™

Date: 12 July (Sat)

Time:
(Session 1) 10.30am – 11.30am

(Session 2) 12pm – 1pm

The workshop is open to children between the ages of 4 and 8.

Calling all young creators and dreamers! Step into a world of wonder where Science meets Imagination!

Let your ideas take flight as you explore the incredible machines that have carried us across land, sea, and sky. This is your chance to express yourself freely — dream big, design boldly, and create your very own masterpiece.

Together with other young inventors, your creation will become part of a giant time-travelling machine, celebrating the power of imagination and teamwork. Watch your ideas come to life as part of a community display at KidsSTOP™, from 30 September to end December 2025.

Create, connect, and be inspired — because amazing things happen when we build together!

Tote Bag Stamping Workshop by Dot Parade ^{[FULLY SUBSCRIBED]}

Date: 12 July (Sat)

Time: 2pm – 3pm

The workshop is open to adults and children aged between 5 to 12.

Bring home your very own unique tote bag created using printmaking techniques!

Join us in a beginner-friendly workshop by Dot Parade where you’ll learn the basics of print composition by using compressed foam to create nature-inspired shapes! Plus, you get to design your tote bag with two special stamps that are exclusive to Jurong Lake Gardens!

Each parent-child duo will get to bring home their one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Preserved Moss Art Workshop by Terrapy SG ^{[FULLY SUBSCRIBED]}

Date: 12 July (Sat)

Time: 4pm – 5.30pm

The workshop is open to adults and children aged 6 and above.

Step into a calming, sensory- rich experience with TerrapySG’s Preserved Moss Art workshop—an immersive activity that blends creativity, mindfulness, and a connection to nature. Participants will craft their own unique piece of botanical wall art using real preserved moss in lush greens and earthy tones. This tactile and meditative process encourages presence, focus, and relaxation, as individuals thoughtfully arrange natural materials into soothing, organic patterns.

The completed artwork not only serves as a beautiful, lasting reminder of the experience, but also as a symbol of the restorative power of nature—a perfect complement to any space that values wellbeing and creativity.

Cyanotype Printing Workshop by Co:Creation

Date: 13 July (Sun)

Time: 9.30am – 11.30am

The workshop is open to adults and children aged 5 and above.

Create Art with Nature’s Touch

Uncover the magic of cyanotype in this immersive workshop! Using sunlight and light-sensitive materials, transform pressed flowers or photos into elegant blue-toned prints on framed paper, totes, or pouches. Guided by experienced instructors, you’ll discover the interplay of art and nature while exploring the design principles of positive and negative space.

This session blends creativity, technique, and mindfulness. Create something timeless and meaningful—let’s print with sunlight!

What you will be doing

• Explore the art of cyanotype: Discover sun printing, an ancient technique that uses light-sensitive materials and sunlight to create stunning blue-toned designs.

• Learn step-by-step creation: Arrange pressed flowers or objects of your choice on sensitized surfaces, then expose and develop your cyanotype prints with guided demonstrations.

• Master design principles: Experiment with composition, focusing on positive and negative space, to create unique prints on paper and personalized cyanotype tote bags.

• Reflect and connect: Share your process, present your final designs, and engage in a Q&A session to gain insights and connect with fellow participants.

Beyond the Surface: Frottage and Collage Workshop by Co:Creation

Date: 13 July (Sun)

Time: 12pm – 2pm  

The workshop is open to adults and children aged 5 and above.

Create nature-inspired designs

Discover the beauty of frottage and collage in this engaging workshop! Inspired by textures from your surroundings, you’ll learn to transform rubbings and simple materials into unique artworks like vibrant collages, line drawings, or simplified patterns.

Unleash your imagination, connect with others, and leave with personalized artistic creations that reflect your unique perspective!

What you will be doing

• Discover frottage and collage: Learn about the art of frottage and how rubbing textures from everyday surfaces can inspire unique and meaningful creative expressions.

• Step-by-step guidance: Explore techniques for creating textured rubbings, cutting, layering, and arranging them into vibrant collages or simplified pattern-based designs.

• Learn creative skills: Master texture observation and composition to craft unique outcomes such as collage artworks, line drawings, or abstract representations.

• Reflect and connect: Share your artistic journey, discuss the inspiration behind your pieces, and connect with others over the creative exploration of textures.

Breathe and Colour: A Mindful Art Workshop by BitterGod Art

Date: 13 July (Sun)

Time: 2.30pm – 4pm

The workshop is open to adults and children aged 6 and above.

Join Beeli (aka. Bittergod Art), a Singapore artist, on a workshop to re-discover how mindful art can be used to reduce stress and enhance your focus. Engaging in mindful art can foster quality bonding time between parent and child, while promoting emotional connection and creative expression.

In this 1.5-hour beginner-friendly workshop, participants will learn how to engage in a mindful breath drawing exercise and draw collaboratively through prompts.

Snake and the Banyan Tree: A Drama Workshop by Act 3

Date: 13 July (Sun)

Time: 4:30pm – 5:30pm

This workshop is open to children between the ages of 4 and 8.

This interactive drama workshop by Act 3 International invites families to explore themes of courage, unity, and the beauty of nature — all through imaginative play. No drama experience is needed, just a willingness to move, pretend, and have fun together!

Key Benefits

• Enhances emotional connection between parent and child.

• Encourages creative thinking and communication through story-based play.

• Builds confidence, imagination, and empathy in a low-pressure, joyful setting.

• Offers a gentle way to explore values like courage, cooperation, and kindness.

Art Therapy Nature Walk by The Red Pencil 

Date: 12 July (Sat) 

Time: 9am – 11am 

Meeting point: Lakeside Field, Jurong Lake Gardens 

The workshop is open to adults and children aged 3 and above. 

Harnessing the inherent therapeutic qualities of both nature and creative expression, this nature-based workshop is designed to encourage mindfulness, self-reflection and appreciation for oneself through nature & art. 

Led by experienced art therapists, participants will journey through mindful grounding exercises, engage in a sensory-rich nature walk, and create personal artwork using gathered natural materials. The session concludes with a sharing circle, offering a space for reflection and connection. Designed to be inclusive and accessible, this workshop is suitable for participants of all ages and backgrounds, offering a restorative and enriching experience for anyone seeking to slow down, recharge, and rediscover their connection to both nature and art. 

Workshop Objectives: 

1. Relieve stress and enhance grounding through mindfulness practice that reconnect participants with nature and senses.  

2. Cultivate compassion for self and the nature through guided reflections that nurture emotional awareness, empathy, and a sense of interconnectedness with Mother Nature.  

3. Inspire the development of sustainable self-care practices by encouraging participants to integrate mindful, nature-based rituals into daily lives for long-term well-being.  

Kitchens Around the World: Garden Tour & Cooking Demonstration

Date: 12 July (Sat)

Time: 10am – 12pm

Venue: Kitchen Garden at Chinese Garden

The workshop is open to adults and children aged 12 and above.

First Stop: The Philippines!

Get ready to kick off our Around the World series with a delicious adventure!

We’ll start the day with a stroll through the Kitchen Garden, where you’ll discover some unique and tasty vegetables that are staples in Filipino cooking.

Pinakbet

Learn from our aspiring chefs as they show you how to make Pinakbet, a hearty, colourful Filipino vegetable stew. We will be cooking with freshly harvested squash, eggplant, okra, and long beans, all simmered in a rich, savoury broth flavoured with fermented shrimp paste (called bagoong). It’s a dish full of bold flavours and cultural tradition!

Guided Tour of Chinese Garden

Date: 13 July (Sun) 

Time: 9am – 10.30am 

Meeting point: Entrance Pavilion @ North Carpark, Jurong Lake Gardens [Click here for a photo of the meeting point] 

Immerse yourself in the rich history and serene beauty of the Chinese Garden. In this guided tour, explore the intricately designed landscapes, vibrant flora, and traditional architectural marvels.  

Guided Tour of Japanese Garden

Date: 13 July (Sun) 

Time: 9am – 10.30am

Meeting point: Outside Mempat Hall @ Gardenhouse, Jurong Lake Gardens [Click here for a photo of the meeting point]

Immerse yourself in the tranquil spaces and serene beauty of the Japanese Garden. In this guided tour, explore the intricately designed landscapes, vibrant flora, and enjoy a peaceful retreat.