A sharing session on “Choosing the Right Primary School for My First Born”

SHHK members attended the annual sharing session held at SHHK Multi-Purpose Hall on Saturday 7 Oct 17. 

SHHK Southern Islands Tour

It was a rare opportunity for more than 70 SHHK members and their families who embarked on a tour of Singapore’s southern islands on 24 Sep 17. Organized by SHHK Youth Group, the tour took participants to Semakau Landfill, Pulau Hantu, The Sisters’ Islands and Kusu Island, some of which are only accessible via private ferry.

LEAP AWARD 2017

The LEAP Award  which stands for “Listening Educator for Advancement and Progress Award”, was launched by the late S R Nathan in 2011 and is awarded by Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan (SHHK) annually to recognise exceptional teachers who have made a positive impact in nurturing their students from the heart. The name of the award signifies a leap of faith for a teacher to believe that students have the potential to excel beyond their capabilities.

New Members’ Gathering cum Bursary and Arts & Cultural Awards Presentation Ceremony

More than 120 new members attended the New Members’ Gathering held on 26 Aug 2017.

15th Literary Awards Prize Presentation Ceremony

The 15th Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan Literary Awards Prize Presentation Ceremony was held on Saturday, 19 August 2017 at Kong Hwa School. Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, Mr Baey Yam Keng was the Guest-of-Honour for the ceremony. The annual competition aims to promote Chinese literary writing among the younger generation, in hopes of encouraging young, aspiring writers and raising the standard of Chinese Language in Singapore. 

National Primary Schools Chinese Story-Telling Competition 2017

The National Primary Schools Chinese Story-Telling Competition 2017 is jointly organised by Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan and the Singapore Middle School Chinese Teachers’ Association, and co-organised by Ai Tong School. The competition aims to encourage students to learn and speak Mandarin with confidence as well as to preserve and promote the Chinese language and culture.

Nanyin Performance at THK

A traditional Nanyin Performance by Siong Leng Musical Association was held at Thian Hock Keng temple on 12 July 2017, 8pm in conjunction with Guan Yin Dan. The theme of the performance was entitled “Sheng Xiao He Ming” (《笙箫和鸣》).

Meizhou Mazu’s Visit to Singapore

Our forefathers had always held Mazu in high regard as they would seek Her blessings for a safe journey at sea. Today, besides being worshipped as a deity by millions around the world, Mazu plays an important role in the preservation and promotion of Chinese culture as Her selflessness and courageous acts exemplify Chinese values and teachings that continue to influence the young generations, and at the same time, advance local and international cultural exchanges amongst Chinese, creating a platform for many to bond.

Xinyao Breakfast Concert “The Songs We Sang”

Lovely melodies filled Telok Ayer Street on Car-Free Sunday on 28 May 2017 instead of the usual buzz from traffic. Blue and red balloons greeted the public as they sat down for “The Songs We Sang” XinYao (新谣) Breakfast Concert and Book Launch.

NTUC Health Nursing Home Flagship Programme

Calling all members. It is always blessed to be in a position to give! We have just launched our second community service initiative – the SHHK-NTUC Health Nursing Home Flagship Programme.

Visit by the Fujian Vice-Governor Li Dejin

SHHK and the Min Clan Associations hosted a networking visit by Fujian Vice-Governor Li Dejin and his delegation on the evening of 15 May 17 at 5 Sennett Road.

“A Trilogy on Fujian Folk Culture”- A Chinese Cultural Seminar

As a closing act to the Singapore Hokkien Festival, a Chinese cultural seminar was held on 23 April at 5 Sennett Road. Titled “A Trilogy on Fujian Folk Culture”, it was helmed by 3 guest speakers, Professor Kenneth Dean (NUS), Associate Professor Huang Wen Chu (Taiwan academician) and Professor Chen Geng (Fujian academician).

“The Voyage Down South”- A Chinese Dance Performance

The Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre, commissioned by SHHK, put up a special production on the evening of 21 and 22 Apr 2017 at 5 Sennett Road. “The Voyage Down South” is an engaging premiere Chinese drama dance performance which depicted the life story of Ah Hock, a life story typical of our forefathers.

Street Performances and Guided Tours

This year’s Singapore Hokkien Festival coincided with the Birthday Celebrations of Mazu (妈祖), Goddess of the Seas (16-19 Apr 2017). Several street performances and guided tours on “Journeys of Heritage and Faith” were held to mark both the Festival and Celebrations.

“Our Roots . Our Bonds” Cultural Exhibition

Do you know that Hokkiens were able to buy land from the colonial government from late 1820s? Or that special meetings had to be called to discuss demarcation and donation of land for the setting up of the Nanyang University?

Hokkien Food Galore

Yummy!! More than 20 stalls selling delicious Hokkien delicacies on 13 and 14 Apr 2017. From Fujian chefs to local hawkers to family recipes to dry goods, there was something for everyone, old and young.

Singapore Hokkien Festival 2017- “Our Roots . Our Bonds”

The 6th Singapore Hokkien Festival (SHF) opened to much fanfare on 13 April 2017. The 11-day event spans 2 venues: the traditional Telok Ayer Street, and the contemporary 5 Sennett Road.

Our Gallery

Finally, a gallery that tells the 177 year-old SHHK story!

Chinese New Year Get-Together 2017