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Malaysian Singaporean Bruneian Community AssociationWWW.MSBCA.CA NOVEMBER 2017

WHAT'S INSIDE?

P2 | President's Message Kids'Cooking Class

P3 | Committee Information

P4 | Membership Updates Masala Spice Cooking Class

P5 | What's on at the Clubhous Calendar of Events

P6 | Weekly/Monthly Events

P8 | CKT Sunday Lunch

P9 | Shall We Sing 2017 Contest

P10 | Meditation Class

P11 | Diwali 2017 Highlights

P12 | Observatory Open House

P13 | Mari Memasak Highlights

P14 | Teamwork Workshop Recap

P15 | Puppet Workshop Highlights

P17 | Photo of the Month

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2 - MSBCA NEWSLETTER - NOVEMBER 2017

Dear members and friends of MSBCA,

The past month of October has seen many w o n d e r f u l events. First off, we celebrated

Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, on Saturday, October 14th, with great style, décor, food and music. This was the first major event of the new Board and what an event to usher in the new year! Kudos to Peter Chai, the lead organizer for Diwali, the organizing committee and all volunteers for a job truly well done. From the ceremonial lighting of the candles to the vibrant Bollywood style dances and fashion show, the elements of Indian culture brightly shone in our multi-cultural and multi-ethnic community.

The next weekend, we held a teamwork workshop lectured by Dr. Lionel Laroche. My personal experience was very positive and intellectually enriching. Lionel touched upon many scenarios, opportunities and challenges posed by collectivism and individualism in day-to-day work.

We also held a puppet workshop, where parents and children could learn cool shadow puppet techniques from our guest instructor Ms. Wendy Passmore-Godfrey. They created their own shadow puppets featuring Southeast Asian and Canadian cultural elements, and got to be a part of a larger community project across Canada, the Gray Jay story.

Moving forward, it looks like the month of November will see the creation of two brand new cooking classes: Indian-style “Masala Spice” on Sunday, November 5th led by Charan Kaur and pizza-making for

families on Sunday, November 12th led by Sandy Chan.

Recently, I had attended Linda Yap’s newly started Mind Health Exercise classes with Membership Director, Emily Teoh and a few other friends. In many cultures, meditation, self-reflection and discussion are building blocks leading to self-cultivation. Linda’s experience as a nurse in Singapore and a lifelong volunteer brings to our community the teachings of soft skills.

I want to say that, just as we’ve seen recent collaborations between MSBCA and guest lecturers/instructors from fellow community networks, it is equally important to look within, promote our members’ talents and leadership, and encourage everyone to engage in activity groups that they’ll enjoy. Our Funding Guide for Members 2017 is a good start to read for anyone interested in forming new activity groups.

JONATHAN LOOI

The President's Message

Kids and Family Cooking ClassPizza and Calzone MakingPlace : MSBCA Clubhouse | Date: Nov 12 ,2017 | Time: 2pm-6pm

Cost $10-20 per family (cost sharing)Age group: 8-16 years old (up to 2 children per family group, participants without kids will be considered)

• Participants will learn to make the recipes from scratch (including hand knead pizza dough).• Learn to use a variety of utensils, learn kitchen safety and hygiene, how to properly measure dry and liquid ingredients, how to follow a recipe,

and much more. Most of all, they'll learn how to have fun creating and enjoying delicious food.• Your budding little chef is sure to enjoy the world of "sticky fingers" and they may even make dinner for you one day!• Students will enjoy the dishes they make at the end of each class or take them home.• Classes are 100% Hands-on

Please Note:

• Parent must accompany the children at all time• Parent will be assisting the instructor to help out their kids.• Parent will help to clean up the clubhouse after the cooking class• Parent may require to bring some of the basic kitchen utensils• Details to follow once register.

If interested please register through Helen Ong at [email protected]{ }

NOVEMBER 2017 - MSBCA NEWSLETTER - 3

MSBCA COMMITTEE MEMBERS2017/2018

PRESIDENTJonathan Looi [email protected] MALAYSIAEric Ng [email protected] SINGAPOREJoyce Yit [email protected] BRUNEIPeter Chai [email protected] Wei Teng [email protected] Teoh [email protected] DIRECTOR Emily Teoh [email protected] COMMITTEE:[email protected] ChanJesse Cheah AGLC RepresentativeHelen OngJohn QuonCharan [email protected] Bong [email protected] Bong [email protected]

MSBCA Mailing Address: #301, 114-3rd Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P 0E7

NEW Tel/Fax: 587-323-6828

YOUR BOARD OF COMMITTEE

Top row: Patrick Teoh, Peter Chai, Jonathan Looi, John Quon, Jesse Cheah, Sandy ChanBottow row: Joyce Yit, Emily Teoh, Helen Ong, Charan Kaur. Missing: Wei Wei Teng, Eric Ng

ADVERTISE WITH US!SMALL: $15/month (2.25” X 3.0”)MEDIUM: $30/month (5.0” X 3.0”)

BANNER: $45/month (7.75” X 2.75”)HALF PAGE: $50/month (7.75” X 5.0”

CONTACT: [email protected]


Membership Updates

* We need some information from you for the Membership Directory as your current information may be missing/outdated; Please contact [email protected] to update this informationIf you have paid and your name is NOT on the list, or there are any other required corrections/updates to your information, please email [email protected] and it will be reflected on the next newsletter and included in our membership records.

As MSBCA continues to be a steadily growing organisation, we strive to encourage the continuous improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of our membership processes. The following guidelines have been established for the current 2018 year in regards to membership:

• Memberships will be valid for the calendar year of January 1 to December 31

• No registrations/renewals for the current year will be accepted after July 31 (this will allow time for a complete list of eligible voters to be disclosed prior to AGM)

• Members who registered/renewed after this year’s cut-off date (July 31, 2017) will have memberships valid until December 31, 2018

• There will be a fixed membership rate of $15 (individual) and $25 (family)

regardless of when during the year that membership was received

The following members are those who are currently registered for 2018 MSBCA Membership:

• Bahadoran, Soheila• Bong, Ah Nga & Anna• Boon, Soon Loke & Wei Cheng• Cao, Wayne• Chai, Peter & Esther• Chan, Philip & Adeline• Cheah, Jesse & Melissa• Chieng, Eugene & Anna• Chiew, Vincent & Susan Eng• Chin, George & Karen • Choo, Yeu Chuan & Meaiha (Janette)• Chua, Mary (Siew Linn) & Siang Kok• Goay, Evelyn• Gu, Yin Ying• Hon, Ken & Wendy• Hoo / Toh, Lee Choo & Kok Leong• Khoo, Theresa & Vernon Strom

• Kielhorn, Daisy & John• Koay / Lee, Boon Kow & Lai Chern• Lam, Frank• Lee, Ken & Wendy• Looi, Kok Sim & Peggy• Quek, Shyut Moi• Roe, Kim & Paul• Rumjahn, Conrad & Rebecca • Saw, Piek Yin (Sharon)• Son, Jessie• Soo, John & Jennie• Teo, Ivan & Eng• Teoh, Paul & Kathy• Tang, C.K. & Seang• Tse, Anthony & Josephine• Vogt, Gerry & Jill Heng• Wong / Tan, Dennis & Alice• Wong / Chan, Grace & David• Wong, Jeffrey• Woo-Paw, Teresa• Yap, Sam & Linda• Yong, Peter & Kim

Story by Charan Kaur

November 5th was a day which I was looking forward to introducing a masalah

spice cooking class. When the day got much nearer, I had "cold feet" and thought, "how I will be able to do it all myself". But little did I know, everything happened so smoothly that I went home feeling so happy that I had acomplished my first cooking class with so much help. My heartfelt thanks to all who attended and helped. I was also so happy everyone enjoyed delicious indian food.

Anyone who had missed it and wants the recipe. Please contact me.

More photos on page 16.

Masala Spice Cooking Class


The following calendar will be posted on the Clubhouse's front door. The Club will be open whenever the below activities are happening, whether to use the library or join in. We are looking for responsible volunteers to help open the Clubhouse, as well as those volunteers who have a special cultural activity or hobby they would like to share, such as cooking or art.

We also have equipment such as a traditional carrom and a table tennis set up available for public use! Please contact [email protected] to apply.

What's on at the Clubhouse

NOVEMBER 2017Nov 2017 (Mountain Time - Edmonton)MSBCA Events Calendar

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1 0 a m - Stretchclass-Rosalind1 : 3 0 p m - Qigong-Kit ty Feng5 : 3 0 p m - MindHeal thExercise-Linda

1 0 a m - Tai Chi Practice6 p m - RiverfrontBible Study - Adeline Chan6 p m - Singingfundraisingmeet ing-Joyce @ MSBCA office

9 : 3 0 a m - Karaoke-Kendy1 p m - SingingProgram-Rosalind6 p m - SingingFundraisingMeet ing-Joyce

9 a m - Tai Chi - Rosalind1 0 a m - Wellness - AdrineChong2 p m - Bylawcommit teemeeting-John

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1 0 a m - Wellnessclass-Rosalind1 : 3 0 p m - QiGong - Kit ty Feng7 p m - DancePractice-Adrine

2 p m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda6 p m - Boardmeet ing-Jonathan


1 0 a m - Tai Chi Practice6 p m - RiverfrontBible Study - Adeline Chan

9 : 3 0 a m - Karaoke-Kendy1 p m - SingingProgram-Rosalind6 p m - Singingfundraisingmeet ing-Joyce

9 a m - Tai Chi - Rosalind1 0 a m - Wellness - AdrineChong4 p m - Mar iMemasak-Adeline

1 0 a m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda1 p m - ChildrenCookingClass- Sandy

1 0 a m - Wellnessclass-Rosalind1 : 3 0 p m - QiGong - Kit ty Feng

2 p m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda7 p m - DancePractice-Adrine




9 a m - Tai Chi - Rosalind1 0 a m - Wellness - AdrineChong2 p m - SingingCompetit ionRehearsal-Joyce

1 0 a m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda2 p m - ChildrenSinging-He len

1 0 a m - Wellnessclass-Rosalind1 : 3 0 p m - QiGong - Kit ty Feng

2 p m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda7 p m - DancePractice-Adrine




9 a m - Tai Chi - Rosalind1 0 a m - Wellness - AdrineChong2 p m - Bylawcommit teemeeting-John4 p m - Mar iMemasak-Adeline6 p m - SingingFundraisingMeet ing-Joyce @ Office

1 0 a m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda

1 0 a m - Wellnessclass-Rosalind1 : 3 0 p m - QiGong - Kit ty Feng7 p m - DancePractice-Adrine

2 p m - Mind Heal th Exercise-Linda



Sun M o n T u e W e d Thu Fr i S a t

Family Memberships $25/year

Individual / Single parent family $15/year

www.msbca.ca/about/membership

RECRUITING FOR EDITORIAL COMMITTEE:

We are now seeking members to form a volunteer editiorial committee. Members of all ages and

backgrounds are welcome. We seek members who are: Passionate and interested in developing their writing and editing skills; Responsible and able to

manage their time effectively.


Recruiting New DancersOF ALL AGES

Contact Adrine Chong 403-973-8338

Upcoming EventsNovember 201711th Mari Memasak12th Kids' Cooking Class25th Mari Memasak25th Observatory Open House

December 20172nd Shall We Sing 201716th Christmas Party

Mari MemasakMari Memasak is Malay for

"Let's cook!"Cuisine is an underrated way of sharing our hearts and culture.

November 11 & 254pm to 6pm

Please register to participate: Call Adeline (403) 383-1689

We always welcome volunteers if you are interested in helping out.

Here’s how it will work – Volunteer hosts will indicate on our club calendar www.msbca.ca/events/calendar when they are planning to host a Community Night and the type of activity that will be taking place.

RSVP required so we know you’re coming and can inform you of any changes.

Contact [email protected]

MSB CommunityFeel like hanging out? Come check out Community Events @ the MSBCA Clubhouse.

Seniors interested in Badminton?

Tues, Thurs & Fri - 9 am to 3:30 pm$3.50 only for Age 60 and above!

MSBCA members & non members welcome. The more the merrier.

Please contact Ivan Teo [email protected] or 587-432-7955.

KARAOKE Contact Kendy Lo at 403-280-2201


Tai Chi PracticeThursdays 10am - 12pm

Saturday 9am - 10amDrop in session for those interested in practicing.

Contact Rosalind @ 403-282-6026

QigongEvery Monday & Wednesday

1:30PM - 3:30PMContact Rosalind @ 403-282-6026

Stretch ClassWEDNESDAY

10:00AM to 12:00pm

This is a very basic stretching session to help counter any leg and back problems. Hopefully

these sessions will allow people of all ages to live a healthier life.


Here’s how it will work – Volunteer hosts will indicate on our club calendar www.msbca.ca/events/calendar when they are planning to host a Community Night and the type of activity that will be taking place.

RSVP required so we know you’re coming and can inform you of any changes.

Contact [email protected]

MSB CommunityFeel like hanging out? Come check out Community Events @ the MSBCA Clubhouse.

Wellness DanceEVERY MONDAY &

SATURDAY

10:00AM to 12:00pm


Singing ProgramFRIDAYS 1pm - 3pm


Interested in Childrens' Singing Program?

Please contact Helen at [email protected]

Canada's largest privately owned badminton facility with 16 professional courts. Located in Calgary, AB

Call Edward Lee for details and bookings (403) 263-9222

MSBCA would like to thank Edward Lee and Sunridge Badminton Center for their continued sponsorship.

Sunridge Badminton Centre

401 33 St NE #4, Calgary, AB T2A 7R3www.sunridgebadminton.com


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MEDITATION CLASS

MIND HEALTH EXERCISE

MOVING MEDITATIONSITTING MEDITATION

SHARE & CARE

THE MOVING MEDITATIONUSES A SIMPLE AND MEDITATIVE FORM OF TAI JI QI GONG

THE MIND HEALTH EXERCISE

IS

A PEACE PROMOTION INITIATIVE

THAT WORKS ON:

THE DEVELOPMENT OF

OUR SOFT SKILLS

THROUGH

THE PROCESS OF SELF-CARE

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THE TRANSCENDING OF OUR

SOFT SKILLS THROUGH

THE PROCESS OF

SELF-ACTUALIZATION2

SOFT SKILLS: HEALTH & WELLNESS

We develop and use our soft skills all the time. However our energy could be sapped

easily over time unless we transcend our soft skills. When a person can do that,

his/her energy would be ever tireless and even boundless as they are able to apply their soft skills as naturally as breathing.

SO HOW DO WE TRANSCEND OUR SOFT SKILLS?Come explore together with us if you want.

MOVING FORWARD

DAY: SUNDAYTIME: 1:30PM

DATE: TBADURATION: 1.5 - 2 HOURS

INTRODUCTION SESSION

THE INTRO-SESSION IS FOR YOU TO TRY OUT THE PROGRAM SO THAT YOU CAN DECIDE IF YOU WOULD

LIKE TO DO IT ON A REGULAR BASIS.

DAY:WEDNESDAY

TIME:6:30PM

DAY:TUESDAY

TIME:3:30PM

DAY:SUNDAY

TIME: 4:00PM

WEEKLY SESSIONS

DURATION:1.5 - 2 HOURS

OR OR

ALL SESSIONS ARE FREE

IMAGE COURTESY OF……

(DO YOU KNOW

THE SOURCE?)

TO ATTEND

AN INTRO-SESSION

PLEASE SIGN UP

AT

[email protected]

LOCATION:

MSBCA CLUBHOUSE(MALAYSIA, SINGAPORE, BRUNEI, COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION)

#301, 114 –3 Avenue SW

Calgary, AB T2P 0E7

WWW.MSBCA.CA


Story by Lata Mehta Photos by Valene Cheah & Jonathan Looi

Namaste

What a wonderful evening celebrating the Festival of Lights with friends and family. This was my first MSBCA Diwali function and I was thoroughly impressed . The decor was beautiful, the music was lively, the food was delicious and the activities were entertaining. It truly felt like a Diwali celebration. The rangoli competition brought out fun and creativity in everyone.

The fashion show featured some beautiful outfits, the sari contest was entertaining and the Bollywood dancing had everyone on their feet. The committee, volunteers and participants should be commended on making this evening fun and memorable. Thank you again for your hard work and commitment and we look forward to celebrating again.

Diwali 2017 Highlights


Saturday, November 25, 8 PMDark skies are important to us and we would like to share dark skies with you.

In the sky - Check out the vain and boastful queen of the northern sky Cassiopeia under a sliver of a moon.

***Open House - Gates open at 8:00pm and the event runs until 11:00pm Admission $30 (all proceeds go towards Rothney Astrophysical Observatory educational programs)The RAO is located on hwy 22, east side of the hwy, 2.4 km south of the hwy22 and hwy 22X interchange. At every open house we feature a ‘what’s up’ in the sky’ presentation and our telescopes operating with astronomers ready to answer your questions. Bring your flashlight and dress for the weather.

• The RAO will be opens to the public during open house events. During the rest of the month we conduct school and youth group programming.

• Open House events are a drop in, there is no requirement to pre-register.

• Gates open at 8pm until 11pm.• Entrance fee: $30 per car. All proceeds go towards our

educational programming. We welcome these donations to our educational programs. Please note that the entrance fee to open house events is now $30 per car effective at the September, 2017 open house. The RAO provides programs that explore sky science, light, optics and space exploration. The RAO also offers programming for youth groups including Scouts and Guides. We are your guide to the universe with programs that are offered during the day or in the evening and your support is greatly appreciated.

• We accept cash, debit, or credit.• Parking is limited and we encourage you to carpool.• When you arrive at the observatory, please follow directions

from parking attendants.• Talks are held inside the interpretive centre classroom and

there may be outdoor sky tours if the weather permits.• Please, please, please slow down and watch your step while

outside on the observatory grounds. The site is very dark and there several places where there is uneven ground. Take your time and watch your step.

• We have a small giftshop which sells packaged snacks, pop and water.

• The observatory is wheelchair accessible, however, please be advised there is uneven ground, limited parking and unlit areas.

• Observing with the telescopes depends on the weather. The telescopes see the same light as you. If there are clouds in the sky or too much humidity we are not able to use the telescopes. You can check our all sky camera before you head out to the observatory. It is located on the home page of this website and it provides current observing conditions.

• Telescopes are in the observatory buildings as well as on the terrace on the south side of the interpretive centre. Looking through a telescope is a fine art. Please only use your eyes and do not touch the telescopes. A slight touch on a telescope will change its alignment. Talk with astronomers about what you can see is in the telescope and what you should be looking for, we love your questions.

• There is No flash photography inside the domes.• Children are welcome. The event is open to families and people

of all ages. The telescope viewing and activities are geared towards children eight years old and up. Please note that the ground and walkways are very uneven so it is difficult to maneuver a stroller.

• Flashlights are welcome, red is preferred which allows you to maintain your night vision and does not affect the telescopes. If you do have a white light flashlight, we ask that you try your best to keep the light on the ground. The bright light of a flashlight aimed at someone’s eyes in the dark can be painful and also the bright light makes it difficult to see through the telescopes.

• If you have any questions or concerns during the open house, please bring them to the front desk located in the Interpretive Centre and we will do our best to assist you.

• The Rothney Astrophysical Observatory is owned and operated by the University of Calgary. The observatory site is private land and we are only open to the public during the posted event times.

www.ucalgary.ca/rao/

To register, please contact Joyce Yit email [email protected] or call : 403-473-8812

Dark Night Star Light Open House


Photos by Peter Chai

Dishes made: soya sauce braised duck and ondeh-ondeh.

Mari Memasak October 21, 2017


Article by: Barry Yip Photos by: Kyle Wang

The MSBCA hosted and partnered with the Asian Professional Network of Calgary in their second of a three part series, of career advancement workshops held in 2017, that has been specifically tailored for people of South East Asian descent. The Teamwork Workshop, facilitated by Dr. Lionel Laroche, a world-renowned subject matter expert in cultural diversity training, was generously hosted by the MSBCA at its association premises on October 21, 2017.

Over 20 eager participants including half a dozen members of the MSBCA participated in the half-day workshop. The workshop participants learnt that combinations of skill, expertise and experience in an effective team are infinite. But what is often overlooked and rarely focused on are the strengths and weaknesses of teams on a cultural and heritage level especially in Canada. Dr. Laroche’s workshop demonstrated that by focusing, understanding, and developing team members from collective- and individual-based societies can be the subtle difference between success and failure.

The MSBCA is proud of its contribution of support to other community based organizations’ development programs and looks forward in the future to support other partnering opportunities with organizations like the Asian Professional Network of Calgary to promote, enhance and strengthen our community and Association members.

Teamwork Workshop Recap


Gray Jay Puppet WorkshopAll participants will be invited to a screening of the final video on Sun Nov 26th, 1-3pm at the Central Calgary Public Library. Everyone is welcome with some activities and refreshments.


Masala Spice Cooking Class Continued


#123, 233-16th Ave NW, Calgary

Phone: 403-984-EYE3 (3933) | Email: [email protected]

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BENEFITS FOR MSBCA MEMBERS AND FAMILY OF MEMBERS.Members will provide their name to Eye Class Optometry who will verify through the

membership list provided in the most recent newsletter.

• 20% OFF Comprehensive vision & eye health examination which includes complimentary photos of your retina and laser scans of your eyes using state-of-the-art ocular coherence tomography for first time patients.

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Photo of the month

Photo by Peter L. "Sky's The Limit" - Vermillion Lakes, Alberta

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