Five things to do over the weekend of July 13-15

This weekend, GIIS opens the doors to its new SMART Campus for new students and parents to peek into the wonders that technology can bring to education. 

International star Sidharth Sriram also returns to Singapore for a show at Esplanade, and he's one talent you definitely wouldn't want to miss. 

Check out our curated list of events here: 

1. Global Indian International School Open House

Photo courtesy: GIIS
Photo courtesy: GIIS

The digitally-savvy GIIS SMART Campus features new age learning, where technology joins hands with facilities carefully designed to give students the best academic and extracurricular benefit in their learning journey.

The smart features include Virtual Classrooms, data analytics in sports, labs to teach Innovation, Robotics & Entrepreneurship, safety features like facial recognition system. Meet the team and learn how the new SMART Campus can benefit your child’s learning journey.

When: July 14
Where: GIIS SMART Campus at Punggol
Entry: Free

2. Sid Sriram: Live in Singapore

Photo courtesy: Sid Srinam FB
Photo courtesy: Sid Srinam FB

Sidharth Sriram is one of the youngest to be presented with the Filmfare Award for Best Playback Singer. In the last couple of years alone Sid has sung over 25 songs, hitting way past 80 million views on YouTube. 

Popularly regarded as the most soulful voice in the Indian music industry, he has captivated the hearts of thousands all across the globe through his performances.

When: July 14
Where: Esplanade Theatre
Entry: S$50-150

3. Parent-Child Workshop: A Kuih Story – A Sensory Play Experience

Photo courtesy: Esplanade
Photo courtesy: Esplanade

Join sensory specialists Tickle Your Senses at their Playdough School and let them take you on a fun-filled journey of kuih-making. Learn about the history and types of kuih, then try kneading your own! It's a great way to bond with your little one too. 

When: July 14-15
Where: Esplanade Festival Corner
Entry: S$5 per person  

4. Pravasi Express Nite 2018

Photo courtesy: Pravasi Express
Photo courtesy: Pravasi Express

Pravasi Express Nite 2018 is the Annual day event of Pravasi Express. Enjoy a musical concert lead by legendary singer Vani Jayaram, as well as other stars. 

When: July 14
Where: Kallang Theatre
Entry: S$27-105

5. Kirtan July 13

Photo courtesy: Sagehouse FB
Photo courtesy: Sagehouse FB

Join in a beautiful evening of uplifting mantras and heart-inspired songs from across the world in a musical journey for the soul. Sound alchemist and vocalist Yin Ling will lead the evening in concert with amazing musicians and surprise instruments. 

Admission by donation; suggested donation S$22. 

When: July 13
Where: Sagehouse
Entry: By donation