Our heartlands became vibrant once again in August, as carnivals, fireworks and other physical activities made a comeback in celebration of Singapore’s 57th birthday. Trees decorated with crocheted artworks done by residents, National Day light decorations and Observance Ceremonies all added to the cheer and lent a feeling of togetherness to residents.
When the NRP is fully completed in the first quarter of 2023, residents can look forward to a wide range of facilities such as extended jogging tracks, upgraded open space at Blks 535 and 537 and the redevelopment of Serangoon North Neighbourhood Park.
Part-time tutor Ms Lynette Kwan, 43, was glad to be at the Fernvale National Day Celebrations & Fireworks Extravaganza. She said: “My kids were extremely excited when I took them to the event in our neighbourhood on the eve of National Day. They couldn’t stop talking about it the next day.”
She added that being able to celebrate the nation’s birthday with so many residents made her proud to be a Singaporean, especially when people have not been able to gather for physical National Day events for the past two years due to Covid-19 restrictions.
“Singing National Day songs, waving the Singapore flag and watching the beautiful fireworks lighting up the night sky with my neighbours made us feel the togetherness as one people, one nation, one Singapore!”
72-year-old Mr Zuhairi Ismail, who attended the National Day Family Carnival held at Cheng San Community Club with his grandchildren, said: “The young ones had fun with the carnival rides and games, while the adults enjoyed the stage performances. Most importantly, the event was also a chance for us to bond with our neighbours.”
He felt himself bursting with pride when the participants recited the Singapore pledge and sang the National Anthem together at the carnival. Mr Ismail felt it is important, especially for the younger generation, to cultivate a sense of unity.
“We have come a long way as Singapore celebrates its 57th birthday. I hope we will continue to stay strong and resilient for many more 57 years, and successfully overcome all challenges that come our way.”
Chinese
随着我国8月庆祝国庆日，我们的社区邻里纷纷举办嘉年华会、烟花表演等实体庆祝活动，再现活力。居民们用钩针编织品装饰区内的树、璀璨的国庆灯饰及国庆敬礼仪式，不仅增添欢乐气氛，也凝聚民心，激发共同奋进的力量。
Malay
Kejiranan kita menjadi meriah sekali lagi pada bulan Ogos, sedang karnival, pertunjukan bunga api dan kegiatan fizikal muncul semula bagi meraikan ulang tahun ke 57 Singapura. Pokok-pokok yang dihiasi dengan karya seni yang dilakukan oleh penduduk, hiasan cahaya Hari Kebangsaan dan upacara peringati Hari Kebangsaan menambah keceriaan dan memaparkan perpaduan penduduk.
Tamil
சிங்கப்பூரின் 57வது பிறந்தநாள் கொண்டாட்டத்தை முன்னிட்டு நடைபெற்ற கேளிக்கை விழாக்கள், வாணவேடிக்கைகள், இதர நடவடிக்கைகள் ஆகியவற்றுடன் நமது குடியிருப்பு வட்டாரம் ஆகஸ்ட் மாதம் மீண்டும் களைகட்டியது. குடியிருப்பாளர்கள் செய்த கொக்கிப்பின்னல் கலைப்படைப்புகளுடன் அலங்கரிக்கப்பட்ட மரங்கள், தேசிய நாள் விளக்கொளி அலங்காரங்கள், பற்றுறுதிச் சடங்குகள் ஆகிய அனைத்தும், குடியிருப்பாளர்களுக்கு உற்சாகமளித்து, ஒன்றிணைந்த உணர்வை ஏற்படுத்தின.
