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Makers Next Door: Meet Richard Yip and His Passion for Lifelong Learning
Makers Next Door: Meet Richard Yip and His Passion for Lifelong Learning
Age is but a number for 70-year-old Richard; find out how he creates 3D-printed toys for his grandchildren.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jan 13
4 Easy Musical Instruments for Beginners
4 Easy Musical Instruments for Beginners
With 2021 just around the corner, why not make learning a musical instrument one of your New Year’s resolutions?
Public Libraries Singapore
Dec 23, 2020
Under the Covers: The Art of Designing Book Covers
Under the Covers: The Art of Designing Book Covers
Find out how designers like Chip Kidd go about creating iconic covers that leave readers with a lasting first impression.
Public Libraries Singapore
Nov 25, 2020
Book It Out: Art and Design Principles to Apply in Your Life
Book It Out: Art and Design Principles to Apply in Your Life
If artists can manipulate colour, shape, line and form to elicit emotional responses, so can you.
Public Libraries Singapore
Nov 18, 2020
Fun Halloween Ideas for a Festive, Socially Distanced Home Celebration
Fun Halloween Ideas for a Festive, Socially Distanced Home Celebration
Learn to create glow-in-the-dark skeletons, bake witch hat cookies, read tarot, and more!
Public Libraries Singapore
Oct 30, 2020
Never Too Old to Be a Granfluencer
Never Too Old to Be a Granfluencer
We look at some of the most inspiring senior influencers out there, and give you tips should you want to jump on the bandwagon.
Public Libraries Singapore
Oct 14, 2020
Things to Do at Our Libraries — Online Edition (September 2020)
Things to Do at Our Libraries — Online Edition (September 2020)
Teach your kids how to appreciate and write poetry, learn how to make a mood lamp, and more.
Public Libraries Singapore
Aug 28, 2020
Book It Out: Arts Class Doesn’t Have to End
Book It Out: Arts Class Doesn’t Have to End
Looking for something fresh to try your hand at? Pick up something new from this list and get creative!
Public Libraries Singapore
Aug 19, 2020
Family Bonding with Your Own DIY Board Game
Family Bonding with Your Own DIY Board Game
Keep your folks entertained with a true labour of love—a board game built from scratch.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jul 22, 2020
library@orchard Presents: Designer Toys
library@orchard Presents: Designer Toys
Collectible toys have gained traction commercially, and local artists have jumped on board this unique medium of visual expression.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jul 1, 2020
Makers Next Door: Meet Chee Sau Fen
Makers Next Door: Meet Chee Sau Fen
The library volunteer hosts fabric and maker workshops at the library makerspace; we ask what she thinks about sustainable DIY.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jun 18, 2020
Be The Face of Your Own Cover With These Zoom Backgrounds
Be The Face of Your Own Cover With These Zoom Backgrounds
Download these Zoom backgrounds to spice up your videoconferencing experience.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jun 4, 2020
Makers Next Door: Meet Mohamad Azlee
Makers Next Door: Meet Mohamad Azlee
Azlee is a recent addition to the PIXEL Labs@NLB’s coaching ranks, and teaches many activities, from sewing to 3D printing.
Public Libraries Singapore
May 20, 2020
Finding Courage with Film Music
Finding Courage with Film Music
Music can go a long way towards bolstering our spirits. Here are some pieces by iconic film composers that you can listen for free.
Public Libraries Singapore
May 19, 2020
Building Mental Resilience for Peace of Mind
Building Mental Resilience for Peace of Mind
Check out these books from the NLB’s eCollection on how you can mentally survive, even thrive, during this circuit-breaker period.
Public Libraries Singapore
May 13, 2020
Breathing Life into the Household through 3D Printing
Breathing Life into the Household through 3D Printing
3D printing can bring ideas to life with the least number of steps required.
Public Libraries Singapore
May 5, 2020
Using Art to Illustrate Profound Topics — James Tan
Using Art to Illustrate Profound Topics — James Tan
This Singaporean artist and cartoonist uses art to paint a clearer picture of profound topics such as dementia.
Public Libraries Singapore
Apr 23, 2020
Things to Do at Our Libraries (March 2020)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (March 2020)
Create a positive brand, try your hand at robotics, get familiar with contemporary art, and more.
Public Libraries Singapore
Feb 27, 2020
Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2020)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2020)
Dip your toes into data analytics and AI, join writing interest group Caferati, and unpack the stories behind artworks.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jan 31, 2020
Things to Do at Our Libraries (January 2020)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (January 2020)
Make lanterns and fishes from upcycled red packets, pick up digital composition skills, and learn to travel write in the digital age.
Public Libraries Singapore
Dec 26, 2019
More Than Just Books at Our Public Libraries
More Than Just Books at Our Public Libraries
Libraries are not just for reading and borrowing books. We also play host to a wide range of interest groups.
Public Libraries Singapore
Dec 15, 2019
Things to Do at Our Libraries (December 2019)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (December 2019)
Catch a movie screening, a reading tour, and pick up some Singapore Sign Language at various storytelling sessions for kids.
Public Libraries Singapore
Nov 28, 2019
3D Printing for the Hobbyist in You
3D Printing for the Hobbyist in You
Before you commit to getting your own 3D printer, try out the free 3D printing services at PIXEL Labs@NLB.
Public Libraries Singapore
Nov 18, 2019
Things to Do at Our Libraries (November 2019)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (November 2019)
Produce your own TV commercial, pick up filming and editing tips, and matchmake poetry with music.
Public Libraries Singapore
Oct 30, 2019
Singapore Writers Festival: An Interview with Bani Haykal
Singapore Writers Festival: An Interview with Bani Haykal
We speak to the SWF presenter to find out the role language plays in his works.
Public Libraries Singapore
Oct 28, 2019
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