Things to Do at Our Libraries (May 2021)
Are you an employee, a parent, or just someone looking to gain a few life skills? Well, you’re in luck! This May, sign up for a crash course on Virtual Reality, pick up tips on how to toilet train your child, and learn how to differentiate between the different types of over-the-counter medication to safely self-medicate the next time you feel under the weather.
Reality Is No Longer Straightforward: AR, VR and MR — Future of Work | Zoom
3 May 2021 (Mon)
7.00 pm to 8.30 pm
Virtual Reality is all the rage these days, but it’s also bewildering with its many forms and acronyms, such as VR, AR, MR and others. Understand the different types of virtual environments and find out how they are used in the different industries.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Toilet Time! — Early READ | Zoom
8 May 2021 (Sat)
11.00 am to 12.30 pm
Toilet training can sometimes be daunting for both the caregiver and the child. When and how should you start transitioning your child from diapers to the toilet? In this session, share your experiences and challenges with our domain experts, pick up useful tips to monitor your child’s progress for successful toilet training, and learn ways to manage common difficulties encountered during the toilet training process.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Grow Your Own Edible Garden at Home — Time of Your Life | Zoom
14 May 2021 (Fri)
1.00 pm to 2.30 pm
Living in an HDB flat or in a home with no good options for an outdoor garden can seem like a challenge when it comes to growing an edible garden. But with ingenuity and a little elbow grease, anyone can have a home garden. Hear from NParks’ Community in Bloom Ambassador, Felicia, as she offers valuable tips on how you can start your very own indoor garden by buying and planting edibles such as garlic, potatoes and onions.
This programme is suitable for those aged 50 and above.
About the Series
The Time of Your Life (TOYL) programme series features informative talks, creative workshops, book clubs, and learning communities for those aged 50 and above. Seniors can expect to stay relevant with these programmes that cover a wide range of topics such as health, personal finance, technology, and the arts.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Climate Change Under the Sea
18 May 2021 (Tue)
7.30 pm to 8.30 pm
With rising global temperatures and more extreme weather events, we are beginning to see and feel the effects of climate change for ourselves. But the impact of climate change is far-reaching and is also be felt by marine life across the world, from the tropics to the poles. In this session, discover the key impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems worldwide and why it matters.
To participate, register here for the in-person session held at the Central Public Library.
Know Your Medicines, Manage Minor Ailments — Time of Your Life | Zoom
27 May 2021 (Thu)
3.00 pm to 4.00 pm
Confused about which over-the-counter medication to take when you’re feeling unwell? Learn how to decipher medication labels and packaging to find vital information, and understand the importance of taking medications correctly and effectively at this interactive talk. Hear from pharmacist Chew Qing Bin as he offers tips on how to manage common health conditions such as skin rash, aches and eye discomfort with over-the-counter treatments that don’t require prescriptions.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
