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River Cruise
In 2010, ISS organised a thrilling river cruise as a form of rest and recreation for its members.
The cruise started at Marina Centre and travelled to St John’s Island where the travellers had a half-hour break. During
the cruise, the women were also entertained by delightful songs and music from the disc jockey. The women danced
and had an enjoyable time.
Many among the 125 women had not been on a river cruise before and were extremely fascinated by the experience.
The cruise certainly left a lasting and memorable impression on all the women.
Causeway Vesakhi Celebrations
In 2011, ISS organised a Vesakhi outing for its members across the Causeway in Malaysia.
A total of three buses ferried the Singapore Sikh women to Johor where they were welcomed by the Sikh women at the
Johor Bahru Sikh Temple. Following a short prayer and breakfast, the women visited the Glass temple and did some
shopping. Thereafter, they were treated to a sumptuous lunch at the Pan Pacific Hotel.
The group had the opportunity to experience interactions with the Sikh women across the Causeway as well as gain a
social and cultural perspective of the city. The participants enjoyed the trip and provided complimentary feedback on
their day in Johor.
Diwali – Festival of Lights Celebrations
Diwali is one of the most significant festivals on the Indian calendar.
Celebrated worldwide, Diwali is, simply put, the festival of lights. While
it is celebrated for different reasons by different Indian groups, what
remains true and constant is the celebration of life, and its enjoyment
and goodness.
For the Sikhs, Diwali is particularly important because it celebrates the
release from prison of the Sixth Guru, Sri Guru Hargobind Ji, and 52
other princes with him, in 1619. Called Bandi Chhor (Day of Liberation),
Sikhs in India celebrated the return of the Guru by lighting the Golden
Temple. This tradition continues till today.
On this important occasion, ISS treated more than 120 participants to sweet Diwali delicacies in 2013 at Shahi Maharani
Restaurant at Raffles City. The beautifully-decorated restaurant and ambience truly brought Diwali cheer and festive joy
to the attendees. The participants were entertained by live Hindi/Punjabi songs by resident musicians. At the same time,
lively dancing, sumptuous food and door gifts further made the ocassion special for the participants.
Through the event, ISS celebrated a historic occasion in the Sikh history in a simple yet meaningful way.
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