{"id":14620,"date":"2021-12-27T19:35:57","date_gmt":"2021-12-27T11:35:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nsman.safra.sg\/?p=14620"},"modified":"2021-12-29T17:56:05","modified_gmt":"2021-12-29T09:56:05","slug":"countdown-ideas-with-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nsman.safra.sg\/countdown-ideas-with-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Countdown To 2022 (Part 2): Partying At Home With Your Family"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we wind down for the year, we might want to spend some quiet, quality time with our loved ones. And, far from the madding crowds that could possibly be thronging every mall you go during the holiday period.<\/p>\n

But at the same time, you also do want to celebrate the New Year with your fam. The question here is; how do you go about doing so while staying put in your quiet place (a.k.a home)?<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t need to stress, we\u2019ve got some fun and kid-friendly solutions below for a casual, cosy party indoors. And, do remember \u2013 the countdown may be one big occasion, but it\u2019s the small moments with your loved ones that matter for how you end, start and<\/em> also carry on through the year.<\/p>\n

(If you do intend to head out with the mates for some revelry, read Part 1<\/span><\/a> of our \u201cCountdown To 2022\u201d series to see where the party\u2019s at. And, look out for Part 3, where we put together the best things to do as a twosome to see out 2021<\/span><\/a>.) \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

1. Cook Up A Fiesta<\/h3>\n

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As the saying goes, a family that cooks together, stays together.<\/p>\n

So, what better way to bond than to have everybody in the household pitch in to make the last dinner+supper+possible disaster of 2021? It\u2019s bound to be boisterous, messy and a whole lot of fun.<\/p>\n

But before you jump headfirst into your family cook-in, you need the right stuff. Get all your ingredients online from Maxzi.sg \u2013 The Good Food Shop<\/span><\/a>. Powered by Singapore\u2019s trusted food supplier Indoguna Singapore, you can find all you need for your family \u201cfeast-ival\u201d. Think meat and seafood, to fruits and vegetables, and dairy goods.<\/p>\n

Look up its \u201cReady To Cook\u201d section for the Convenience Food, Ready To Eat, Marinated Range and Sous Vide\/Cooked Range to keep things more manageable, or its \u201cFlash Fiesta\u201d section for flash and bundle deals if you wanna buy lots and save more. Extra tip: Read up on some of our easy festive recipes here<\/span><\/a> to try if you\u2019re rushed for time \u2013 you\u2019re welcome.<\/p>\n

BONUS: SAFRA members enjoy $15 off a minimum of $100 spend at Maxzi.sg. Click here<\/span><\/a> for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n

2. Catch The New Year\u2019s Eve Fireworks From Your Window<\/h3>\n

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First, the bad news: There will no fireworks for the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2022 celebrations (for crowd safety and social distancing reasons).<\/p>\n

The good news? Like last year, there will be fireworks at several heartland locations instead! And the iffy news: details of exactly where aren\u2019t released yet (so keep your eyes and ears open). For those who aren\u2019t residing in those lucky neighbourhoods, well, you might not get the best views.<\/p>\n

3. Watch Some Good Ole Telly<\/h3>\n

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Here\u2019s a tip for catching the abovementioned fireworks if you aren\u2019t living near where they will be set off: watch some TV.<\/p>\n

Do it the old fashion way by getting the whole family to sit in front of the small screen together to catch some scenes of these heartland-based fireworks in Mediacorp\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve special, Let\u2019s Celebrate 2022<\/em>, that will be broadcasted on Channel 5 on Friday 31 December 2021, from 11pm onwards.<\/p>\n

What else to expect in this entertainment programme: pop stars Kit Chan and Taufik Batisah performing at The Float @ Marina Bay; rapper Yung Raja doing his thing at the Canopy Bridge at Jewel Changi Airport; and Jasmine Sokko singing alongside dancers from dance academy O School at club 1880 Singapore.<\/p>\n

More music artistes to look forward to: Iman Fandi, Aisyah Aziz, Nathan Hartono with DJ MYRNE and Linying with EDM producer Foxela. Plus, lots of fancy light display scenes such as that of the Shine a Light installation at The Promontory @ Marina Bay and a special 60-second countdown projection on the ArtScience Museum.<\/p>\n

Watch <\/em>Let\u2019s Celebrate 2022 live on Channel 5, meWATCH and the Mediacorp Entertainment channel on YouTube on Friday 31 December 2021 at 11pm, with an encore telecast on Channel 5 on Saturday 1 January 2022 at 5.50 pm.\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

4. Roll Some Dice<\/h3>\n

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Staying home for the year-end and New Year\u2019s Day is a great time to catch up with loved ones, reminisce about 2021 and share your hopes for a better 2022.<\/p>\n

But, when the going gets boring, the bored should play board games. For a real shot of nostalgia \u2013 it\u2019s also a great way to get your kids and everyone else off their digital doodads \u2013 board games are your go-to to get everyone \u201cup and at \u2018em\u201d and join in on some old-school entertainment.<\/p>\n

Plus, there are so many family-friendly ones to choose from. Monopoly, Jenga, Bingo, and even a classic game of chess \u2013 all a little brainy, and all guaranteed to provide hours of fun into the New Year and beyond. Look up Kidmoro to get all of these board games and more.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/kidmoro.com<\/em><\/a>, <\/em>www.facebook.com\/kidmorosingapore<\/em><\/a>, www.instagram.com\/kidmorosingapore<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

BONUS: SAFRA members enjoy 10% off total online purchase and free delivery with a minimum spend of $50 at Kidmoro. Click <\/strong>here<\/strong><\/span><\/a> for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n

5. Make Your Own Party<\/h3>\n

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We mean, literally, making your own party. Since you will be staying home to sweep out 2021 and welcome in 2022, might as well create a jovial atmosphere by decorating your nest with all things cheery, glittery and shiny.<\/p>\n

And also, out of stuff that\u2019s old, unused or to be thrown away. Don\u2019t buy new and go eco-conscious. Cue the recycling lesson for the kids here: Get the young ones to forage through the home for unwanted toys, old books and magazines, and any kinds of disposable items that you think would make a good party item.<\/p>\n

Some things you could craft: party hats made with magazine pages and glue; balloons out of plastic bags tied with rubber bands; upcycled thingamajigs-slash-decorative items transformed from spoilt toys; and party pennants with crayons or markers and construction paper.<\/p>\n

And if you are skilled or adventurous enough, you can even attempt DIY party crackers. Just look up YouTube tutorials for how. It\u2019s really the prefect celebratory occasion for going \u201cout with the old\u201d and getting in with \u201crenewing\u201d (and also, the sustainability practices of reducing, recycling and reusing).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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