My Chinatown Complex Tour with Cheongsam Shopkeeper Ang Li Zhen
Immerse yourself in the energy and camaraderie that permeate Chinatown Complex with cheongsam shopkeeper Ang Li Zhen as she introduces the people, places and practices which makes Chinatown Complex an endearing home for the hawkers and shopkeepers.
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- More Details
What You'll Do
Take a trip with Ang Li Zhen and explore the sights, sounds, and people of Chinatown Complex! Join us on this special tour, where you’ll get to know the vibrant culture, learn about the diverse community, and make lots of new friends.
So don’t miss out – join us on this amazing tour with Li Zhen and be part of My Chinatown Festival!
Meet Your Host
Ang Li Zhen, the warm and friendly shopkeeper of Matsuzaki in Chinatown Complex, brings her vibrant personality to the business of selling cheongsam. Prior to starting the business with her husband Edmund, Li Zhen spent several decades as a tour guide. With her amiable nature, she has built close-knit friendships with fellow shopkeepers in Chinatown Complex and has a treasure trove of interesting stories to share.
More Details
Attire
- Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and wear covered shoes.
What to bring?
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour for registration. To be fair to all participants, we will not wait for latecomers.
- The event will proceed rain or shine.
- Parking is available at Chinatown Complex. Alternative parking is available at Chinatown Point and Maxwell Food Centre.
- The venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed during the event.
Terms and Conditions
- All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the tour, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
Time and Duration
Days & Dates
Saturday, 2 November 2024
Sunday, 3 November 2024
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
Meeting Point
Ending Point
Language(s) / Age Limit(s)
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