This year, Singapore turns 59 on 9 August, but the celebrations and deals continue throughout the month! Enjoy a variety of exciting activities, from crafting workshops to ballroom dancing lessons and irresistible staycation packages at Sentosa. For an extra dose of festive vibes, indulge in a National Day wine-and-dine fiesta and watch the grand parade with fellow Singaporeans at CSC @ Tessensohn.

Gather your family members or kakis and savour a mouth-watering eight-course dinner. The National Day Wine & Dine features local Chinese delights like fried prawns with salted egg yolk, braised whole abalone with spinach, roasted crispy chicken and more. Enjoy free flow of soft drinks and Chinese tea, plus five bottles of wine per table, while you participate in fun games, mass sing-along and everyone’s favourite — lucky draw!

When: Friday, 2 August
Time: 7pm to 10pm
Where: Diamond Ballroom, CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Don’t miss out on the festive fun — pre-register here.

You can also join the vibrant festivities at CSC @ Tessensohn on 9 August for National Day Celebration 2024. Watch the parade live with family and friends and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere and patriotic spirit. Kids will have a blast at the bouncy castle, game booths and claw machine, or by participating in a colouring contest. Grown-ups can explore bazaar stalls and indulge in nostalgic snacks at the hot dog station and popcorn machine.

Don't forget to stick around after the parade screening to collect a FREE goodie bag for each CSC main member. There’s also a lucky draw, with the grand prize being a 2D1N stay at CSC @ Changi Chalet.

When: Friday, 9 August
Time: 4pm to 8pm
Where: Diamond Ballroom, CSC @ Tessensohn
Event is FREE for all! Chope your spot for a chance to win the lucky draw here.

The fun doesn’t stop after National Day! Mark your calendar for 17 August and join us for Family Fun @ Tessensohn, an extravaganza featuring carnival games, bazaar stalls, bouncy castles, balloon giveaways and delicious treats from Biscotti Bakery, as well as everyone’s favourite — popcorn and candy floss.

Get moving at a family Zumba class, strategise your way to victory in a Nerf War Challenge or cool off at the Family Fun Pool. The kids can also unleash their creativity with painting and sand art activities (bonus: no mess in your living room). Meanwhile, adults can attend an informative session on will-writing  and the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) to learn how to protect their loved ones in any situation.

When: Saturday, 17 August
Time: 10am to 6pm
Where: CSC @ Tessensohn
FREE for members! Check out the full list of events and register here.

If the usual walk around the neighbourhood mall or visit to the playground is losing its charm, why not try a parent-child activity at CSC? It’s a fantastic opportunity to create fond memories together while modelling lifelong learning, curiosity and other important values for your little ones.

Express your creativity and get hands-on as a family at the Clay Modelling Parent-Child Workshop. Air-dry clay is perfect for budding sculptors, offering a fuss-free way to explore three-dimensional art without the need for glazing or firing. Guided by an instructor, participants will learn how to create different types of food models using the versatile material.

When: Saturday, 10 August
Time: 10am to 11.30pm
Where: CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Pre-register here at least one week before the workshop.

Edible fun takes on a Singaporean twist in the SG Merlion Bento Art (Parent-Child Workshop). Team up with your kid to cook and prep a delicious National Day-themed bento, featuring the iconic Merlion against a vibrant veggie-powered garden city backdrop.

When: Sunday, 11 August
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Where: Level 3 Tessy Kitchen, CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Pre-register here at least one week before the workshop. Please note that the workshop is non-halal.

In the Parent-Child STEM Workshop with Sphero Mini, you and your kid will learn to program a tiny, app-enabled robotic ball — the Sphero Mini — which can be ‘driven’ around using an app and even used as a controller to play various games. Children will develop spatial and logical mathematical skills while having fun learning alongside their parents. Plus, they’ll get to take home an exclusive, not-for-sale Sphero Mini Eco-pack as a souvenir.

When: Sunday, 25 August
Time: 10am to 12pm
Where: CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Pre-register here at least one week before the workshop.

Not all 3D creations start in a large printer. In this Handphone Holder with 3D Pen Parent-Child Workshop, you'll discover how to use a 3D pen, which extrudes plastic filaments to form functional 3D objects. Kids and parents will learn the basics of heat and energy, 3D pen design techniques and material science. This workshop might just ignite a passion for 3D design and pave the way for future careers in the field.

When: Saturday, 31 August
Time: 10am to 12pm
Where: CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Pre-register here at least one week before the workshop.

You don’t need expensive art supplies to spark your kids' creativity. With easy-to-find materials at home, they can engage in craft activities that enhance fine motor skills and creativity. In the online Children Craft – Rainbow Flippable Card workshop, they’ll learn how to create simple yet beautiful crafts using household items. These cards make perfect gifts for Teachers’ Day next month!

When: Saturday, 31 August
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Where: Online
FREE for CSC members, fees applicable for Public Service Officers and guests. Pre-register here at least one week before the workshop.

Get ready for Mid-Autumn Festival by learning to make your own delicate snow skin mooncakes with juicy red strawberries at the Mooncake Snow Skin With Strawberries by Michele online workshop. The vibrant red-and-white colour contrast is perfect for National Day celebrations, and the fresh fruits add a refreshing zing to the traditional sweet treat.

When: Sunday, 18 August
Time: 10am to 11am
Where: Online
FREE for CSC members, fees applicable for Public Service Officers and guests. Pre-register here by 13 August.

Get your dancing shoes on and perfect your smouldering expression for the Ballroom Dance – Beginners Latin Jive. Here, you'll learn basic dance moves, make new friends and immerse yourself in South America's passionate, cinematic dances like the salsa, tango and paso doble.

When: 25 August to 13 October
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Where: CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Put on your dancing shoes and register here at least one week before the workshop.

If you prefer European-style dance moves and already have the basics down pat, sign up for the Ballroom Dance – Ballroom Waltz Level 2. This single-session class teaches intermediate-level waltzing to classical music. Swirl around the floor with your dance partner and enjoy a graceful form of exercise.

When: Sunday, 25 August
Time: 4pm to 5pm
Where: CSC @ Tessensohn
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Waltz your way to the dance room and register here. Pre-register at least one week before the workshop.

Leather crafting is an increasingly popular art form. Instead of splurging on an overpriced luggage tag, join the Leather Crafting – Luggage Duo workshop by Kult Atelier. This renowned leather craft school, led by a dedicated artisan, will teach you essential techniques such as stitching, cutting and moulding leather. By the end of the session, you'll have your own customised accessory.

When: Saturday, 31 August
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Where: Kult Kartel Pte Ltd  
All CSC members, Public Service Officers and guests are welcome. Pre-register here at least three weeks before the workshop.

If you're planning to café-hop over the weekend, make sure to visit Tanamera Coffee, a chain dedicated to showcasing the rich and diverse flavours of Indonesian-grown coffee. Explore the dark, bold taste of a Sumatran blend or savour the fruity, berry notes of Java Island. From now till 30 June 2025, CSC members enjoy 10% OFF their total bill when they flash their membership cards at payment.

Whether you enjoy honey for its rich sweetness or appreciate it for its holistic medicinal value, it’s even more delicious when it’s taken for a good cause. HoneySpree is a social enterprise that offers honey-based gift hampers put together by underprivileged stay-at-home mothers, helping them take the first step toward financial independence. To sweeten the deal, CSC members enjoy 15% OFF with no minimum spend when they purchase online with the promo code <CSC15> between now and 31 December 2025. 

Feel like you’re on a vacation abroad the moment you step into Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa. This resort beautifully blends Asian and chic French influences, evident in its sprawling green spaces, whimsical lawn ornaments and tranquil water features with views of the South China Sea.

From now till 20 December 2024, CSC members can enjoy a special Bed and Breakfast Getaway package! For $320++ per night, including luxury room accommodation, daily breakfast for two and a 25% dining discount on a la carte menu items at in-house restaurants Kwee Zeen, The Cliff and LeBar. To book, email H9474@sofitel.com and quote <B&B SPECIAL>.

If you're in Sentosa over the weekend, save room for the SeafoodFest Weekend Buffet and the Sofitel Sentosa Sunday Brunch at Kwee Zeen. Indulge in over 20 seafood selections, both cooked and on ice, at the SeafoodFest Weekend Buffet on Fridays and Saturdays. Or go all out at the Sofitel Sentosa Sunday Brunch with monthly-themed specials, made-to-order pasta, carving stations, desserts and other indulgent treats. CSC members enjoy 20% OFF a la carte menu items and buffets between now and 30 December 2024.

At Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa’s al fresco LeBar, teatime takes on a Parisian flair with the French Tropical Afternoon Tea. Delight in butter and cranberry scones, croque monsieur, foie gras craquelin, macarons, lemon meringue tarts and chocolate panna cotta, paired with your choice of Nespresso coffee or TWG tea. CSC members receives 20% OFF a la carte food items and the French Tropical Afternoon Tea from now till 30 December 2024.

For pasta lovers, The Cliff offers CSC members enjoy 20% OFF a la carte food and weekday set lunch menus from now till 30 December 2024. The two or three-course set lunch menus, crafted by Chef Paolo Benedet, take you on a Southern Italian culinary journey with dishes like burrata caprese, seared barramundi and a luscious tiramisu for dessert.

Need a car for the weekend or to run an after-work errand? BlueSG, the electric carsharing service, offers 24/7 islandwide availability and free parking, without the hassle of dealing with fuel, insurance and maintenance costs. From now till 31 December 2024, CSC members who sign up as a new user enjoy a free one month Basic Membership and 50% OFF the second month, for a total savings of $12. Simply download the BlueSG app and enter the code <BSGCSC24> upon sign-up.

Amp up your home office space or take your gaming set-up to another level with a standing desk from Omnidesk. Standing desks are adjustable, allowing you to switch between sitting and standing, which helps prevent fatigue and promotes better circulation. CSC members get to enjoy 16% OFF when you shop online and offline orders with a minimum spend of $750 from now to 31 December 2024. Use promo code <OMNIXCSC16> for online orders.

Enjoy our curated list of exciting deals and happenings this August with your family, friends and colleagues, and have a happy National Day!

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