Dear Nyonyas and Babas,
In this month’s video, I am joined by General Committee – Baba Raymond Wong (1st VP and Hon Treasurer), Nyonya Stella Wee (Head of Events), Nyonya Eunice Yap (Head of Membership and Asst Secretary), Nyonya Ngiam May Ling (Legal Advisor), Baba Philip Yeo (PDPA Advisor), Baba Ronney Tan (Heritage Advisor and Asst Hon Treasurer) and Nyonya Francesca Soh (Head of Communications) – to come together in festive spirit to share warm holiday greetings and highlights of what’s ahead for our community.
Nyonya Stella opens with a preview of the year ahead. As 2026 will be another convention year, members can look forward to our Penang trip, the Armenian Street Party, and a range of engaging talks and events. Do keep an eye out for our upcoming EDMs for more details.
Nyonya Mayling then shares festive greetings and announces that the 4th Baba Nyonya Literary Festival will be held on 25–26 July 2026. Following the success of the 2024 festival, the next edition will again feature a writing competition and, for the first time, book launches. More details will be shared on our social media platforms.
Preparations are also underway for the 2026 Fundraising Gala at Shangri-La, with further details on table bookings, theme, and dress code to be shared via EDM.
Baba Raymond highlights an exciting January 2026 collaboration with the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, featuring Peranakan cuisine. The opening night on 6 January will include a kebaya appreciation talk and performances by our Peranakan Voices. TPAS members will enjoy a 30% discount, with member-run stalls offering Peranakan and batik items. https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/offers/asia/grand-copthorne-waterfront/dining/food-capital/riverside-peranakan-feast/
Lastly, Nyonya Eunice thanks members for their continued support and encourages them to invite friends to join TPAS. She also looks forward to welcoming everyone to the upcoming talks and possible cooking sessions.
As we close, we extend our warmest wishes to all members — Merry Christmas, Selamat Tahun Baru, and may the year ahead bring many more meaningful moments together.
Warm wishes,
Nyonya Genevieve Peggy Jeffs
President, 2024 – 2026
The Peranakan Association Singapore
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Venue credits to Red Cross House
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