Dr Seuss once said, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Give your children and loved ones the gift of reading as Macao Library Week starts this weekend with educational and entertaining activities for everyone in the city. Indulge in Japanese cuisine, jazz music and explore wonderful events with the whole family.
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To echo the ‘World Book Day’ on 23 April, a series of activities have been organised jointly by Macao Public Library under the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the Education and Youth Affairs Bureau (DSEJ) and the Macao Library & Information Management Association (MLIMA) and co-organised by Wu Yee Sun Library of the University of Macau since 2002 to promote reading throughout the community, and now they have become annual events well-known in the local library sphere.
The activities of Macao Library Week 2017 will be themed “Reading and Images”, aiming to widen the horizon of reading discuss the interaction between image and reading. What is the relationship between “see” and “read”? This seems to be a perplexing question, however, if we put ourselves in children’s shoes, we will see how images arouse their curiosity and lead them to read spontaneously, we easily realize that our life is filled with dialogues between images and reading. Sometimes it is through images that lead us to reading; other times, it is reading itself that provokes a multiplicity of imagined scenes. Both are intrinsically linked, turning into the source of our knowledge and life story.
When: April 22 – 25
Where: Old Court Building, 459 Av. da Praia Grande, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information on the complete list of events visit, www.library.gov.mo or contact +853 2837 7117
KOINOBORI GOZEN SET-LUNCH PROMOTION
On this special occasion Yamazato has prepared an exclusive traditional meal; Koinobori Gozen Set-Lunch for you to celebrate the Boys’ Festival with your family and precious sons.
The menu features seasonal ingredients which are included seasonal appetizer, daily sashimi, Inaniwa noodle hot pot, shrimp tempura, mixed sushi roll and seasonal dessert.
When: 12:00-3:00pm, Tuesday to Sunday, April 11 to May 7
Where: Yamazato, Hotel Okura, Galaxy Macau
How much: MOP $280 per person
Price is subject to 10% service charge
For reservations and inquiries: +853 8883 5127 or email: [email protected]
www.hotelokuramacau.com/en/taste/yamazato
GETTING IN THE GROOVE WITH RUI CUNHA FOUNDATION
Rui Cunha Foundation presents A Night with Piano at the Gallery on April 7, 21 and 28 at 6:00pm, while Belcanto Master Class on April 8 at 5:00pm employs the unique singing style to perform opera and art songs. Meanwhile, jazz fans won’t want to miss Saturday Night Jazz on April 22 at 9:00pm.
When: April 7 – 28
Where: Rui Cunha Foundation Gallery
How much: Free admission
For more information, contact +853 2892 3288 or visit ruicunha.org/frc
CAFÉ NAGOMI SAKURA-THEMED HIGH TEA BUFFET
Café Nagomi is delighted to present Sakura-themed High Tea Buffet with an extensive range of high-quality food menu selection.
When: 2 to 6pm, Saturday and Sunday, April 1 – 30, 2017
Where: Café Nagomi, Hotel Okura, Galaxy Macau, Cotai
How much: MOP $168 per person; 50% discount for kids ages 5-11 years old
Prices are subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tax.
For reservations and enquiries: +853 8883 5116 or email: [email protected]
Kung Fu Panda Adventure Ice World with the DreamWorks All-Stars
With seven DreamWorks themed Ice Zones and six attractions and activities including a game corner, kids of all ages are in for the coolest day ever at the Kung Fu Panda Adventure Ice World with Dreamworks all-stars.
When: 11:00am – 7:30pm, March 16 – July 9
Where: Cotai Expo Hall F, The Venetian Macao
How much: MOP $120 for adults and children (Ages 3-12), Family Package at MOP $312 (3 family members and one child aged 3 or above)
For more information, contact +853 2882 8818 or visit www.venetianmacao.com
EASTER EGG AT ANIM’ARTE NAM VAN
Nam Van Lake waterfront is a fun destination for family and friends hangout. You can enjoy art pavilion, indoor crafts and book market and cultural and creative shops. For Easter celebration, Anim’Arte has invited Macau local artists to design featured Easter eggs, which will be displayed in the activities of the outdoor scene.
When: April 12 – May 7
Where: Anim’Arte Nam Van
How much: Free admission
CLUB CUBIC PRESENTS SOCIAL HOOLIGANZ
Social Hooliganz, aka Gary Montgomery and Lenden Kuris are an immense, high energy producer and DJ double act from Australia that crank every party to the next level, never failing to deliver! Don’t miss their debut Macau performance at Club Cubic!
When: 10pm, Saturday, April 22
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams
How much: At the door: MOP $250
For tickets and table enquiries: [email protected] | +853 6638 4999 | www.cubic-cod.com
WEEKEND MUSIC PARTY – MUSICAL YOGA
A fairly popular activity in recent years, yoga exercise helps you to relax your body and mind through stretching movements and music. With even and slow tempos, many western classical music pieces are compatible with yoga’s emphasis on developing internal and external balance. Whether you are experienced learner or a rookie, come to the Dom Pedro V Theatre for a music concert fusing classical music and yoga in this leisurely Saturday afternoon!
When: 4:00pm, April 22
Where: Dom Pedro V Theatre, No. 3, St. Augustine’s Square
How much: MOP $100 | MOP $120
For more information contact, +853 2855 5555 or www.macauticket.com
TAJIMA HAL AT LIVE MUSIC ASSOCIATION
Japanese beatmaker ‘Tajima Hal’ is famous for his brilliant talent to mix a different kind of music and soundscape into Jazz music. With the jazzy texture over the top, Tajima Hal always brings audience some of the illest and fresh beats. Tajima Hal samples from old vinyl records, radio, and film dialogue, which leads listeners to enter his imagination and the inner world of a new kind of Jazz music.
When: 9pm – 11:30pm, April 22
Where: Live Music Association, 11B, 50 Avenida do Coronel Mesquita Freguesia de Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau
How much: Advance Tickets MOP $100 | At the door MOP $130
For more details, visit www.tajmahal.bandcamp.com or contact +853 2875 7511
It’s time for a seasonal makeover! Wave goodbye to Chic and say Hello to Spring! Each Friday night Ladies continue to enjoy free admission plus a very special free drink exclusively for them – the Spring Fling!
A night dedicated to all the females, ladies will be treated as queens of the night with spring flower crowns and much more surprises, including a photo contest to elect your Spring Queen!
When: 10pm, Friday, April 21
Where: Pacha Macau, Studio City Macau, Estr. Flor de Lotus, Macau
How much: Tickets at the door: MOP $200, including 1 drink
For tickets and table inquiries: [email protected], +853 8865 6699, www.pachamacau.com
Singapore’s most sought-after DJ, Kaylova, is spinning tables at Pacha’s Asian Bazaar night! From her successful residency at the biggest luxury club in Shanghai – Fashion TV – to performing at the biggest annual countdown party in Singapore – Sentosa’s Siloso Beach Party – Dj Kaylova brings her personality and energetic sets to Pacha Macau!
Prepare for a mystic and exotic night full of glamor! Pacha’s bombshell dancers will be there too to heat up the club, so get ready to kick up your heels far into the night and enjoy the first Asian-themed party at Pacha Macau!
When: 10pm, Friday, April 28
Where: Pacha Macau, Studio City Macau, Estr. Flor de Lotus, Macau
How much: Tickets at the door: MOP $100, including 1 drink
For tickets and table inquiries: [email protected], +853 8865 6699, www.pachamacau.com
Native Colors – Works by Celia Rosario
Young artist Célia Rosário opens her solo exhibition “Native Colors – Works by Célia Rosário” in AFA Macau at 6:30 pm on April 21. As a new member of AFA, Celia marks her second solo exhibition in Macau. With 14 acrylic works that will be showcased, the artist creates strong primitivism in the totem images on monumental poles and the detached, deformed presentations as subjects of her work by using striking color contrasts. These are all about primitivism.
When: April 21 – May 7
Where: AFA Macau, 4th Floor, Art Garden, Avenida Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues N. 265, Macau.
How much: Free Admissions
The gallery is on the Ground Floor, open from Tuesdays to Sundays (12:00pm to 7:00pm) and closed on Mondays and public holidays.
For more information, contact +853 2836 6064 during office hours or email to [email protected]. For more information, please visit www.afamacau.com.
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