Things to Do at Our Libraries (November 2022)
Do you have achy feet, family heirlooms to pass down, or assets you want distributed correctly after your passing? Sign up for the programmes we’ve put together for you this November and find relief for your painful soles, ways to store and handle precious memorabilia, how you can go about preparing your will, and more!
Sports Medicine 101: My Sole Is In Pain — Mind Your Body | Zoom
10 November 2022 (Thu)
7.00 pm to 8.30 pm
So(le) painful? Learn about the common causes of painful soles, such as plantar fasciitis and symptomatic pes planus (flat foot). Understand the importance of choosing the right footwear for your activity and pick up useful tips on general foot care, home remedies and rehabilitation exercises to relieve painful soles.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Caring for Family Heirlooms — Love Our Libraries and Archives | Zoom
13 November 2022 (Sun)
2.00 pm to 3.00 pm
Family heirlooms are precious memorabilia that connect your family’s past with the present generation. These treasures might be easily damaged by heat, humidity, light, pests and handling. Pick up useful tips on safe handling and storage and learn more about how you can protect your keepsakes by identifying common signs of degradation.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Preparing Your Will to Avoid Family Conflicts — The LLiBrary Lunchtime Talk | Zoom
17 November 2022 (Thu)
12.30 pm to 1.30 pm
Making a will is an important but often neglected part of estate planning. Find out more about the common features of a will and a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), and understand the adverse consequences of not having a valid will after passing on. Hear true stories and learn from a practising lawyer on what a will is and why you should have one, who should be in a will, why appointing an executor and guardian are important, and what assets you can include in a will.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Build Your Own 2D Game — My Digital Life | Zoom
25 November 2022 (Fri)
6.30 pm to 8.30 pm
Want to build your own game but don’t know where and how to start? In this workshop, discover how to develop games using Unity, a beginner-friendly cross-platform game engine! Whether you’re building a game as a hobby, for passive income, or for your business, improve your game development skills through a live demonstration and some hands-on practice during the session.
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
Folklore & Myths About the Biodiversity and Food in SG — Story Beings | Zoom
28 November 2022 (Mon)
6.00 pm to 7.00 pm
Dive into local folktales that feature animals in Singapore, and chat about how people used to view animals such as saltwater crocodiles as mysteries, threats, or guardians. Explore common misconceptions surrounding certain organisms in both the past and present, including those related to one of our favourite pastimes — eating!
To participate, register here to receive a link to the virtual programme on Zoom.
