What is Rainbow Connection II all about?

Rainbow Connection II is co-created by local artist Lee Yun Qin and underserved communities. This outdoor installation comprises a total of 500 suspended solar light modules made from up cycled cookie containers and solar lights. Each and every individual light module is unique, yet they come together to form a gorgeous sight when lit up at night, scattering and spreading prismatic projections all around. 

Watch closely as each light module gently rotate and sway in the wind, bringing this rainbow, colourful and creative artworks installation to life through the dynamic play of shadows, lights and colours.

“In the Woods” and In the Deep”

Rainbow Connection II’s light module units are designed and individually painted by beneficiaries from social service agency Brighton Connection based on two themes, “In the Woods” and “In the Deep”. Through art and creativity, we can unite the community together through the artworks,  portraying the social fabric that holds individuals together, painting a picture of solidarity amidst diversity. 

After Rainbow Connection II finished its tour of duty to be shining light at the MHC fountain, they will travel into the heartland communities at MacPherson estate and Somerset Youth Park later this year.

Mr Alvin Tan, Deputy Chief Executive (Policy & Community), National Heritage Board (NHB), said, “The installation is part of NHB’s and MHC’s ongoing accessibility efforts to strengthen community connection by working with local artists to engage underserved communities to showcase their works. In this case, we decided to collaborate and create an installation that would reflect our collective hope for a better future for Singaporeans and for Singapore as we further ease COVID-19 community measures.”

Photo tips and ideal time to visit Rainbow Connection II at MHC

In the day, you can view the light modules, each with its own unique individual design, drawing and painting. I recommend visiting in the late afternoon/evening time when it’s not too hot, observe the direction where the sun is setting and keep a lookout for the light rays that would shine through the artworks, giving them a glorious aura and evening glow.

When the sun sets, the skyline would start to change, my favourite blue hour time is here. At this juncture, the light modules would slowly start to light up and come to life! Observe from a short distance away and you can photograph Rainbow Connection II in the foreground, along with MHC, the majestic Sultan Mosque and bustling Kampong Glam in the background. 

Do not miss out connecting with this Rainbow Connection II! You have to slowly enter into the rainbow and walk through this rainbow journey, please be gentle and careful, safety first and do take care of the artworks! 

May the Rainbow Connection II Be With You!

As Singapore starts to fully open up again with the easing of the COVID-19 safety measures, the whole society went through a lot during the past two years. Rainbow Connection II presents a united front through artworks, colours and lights, beacons of rainbow surrounding and connecting us together in solidarity, in the battle against COVID-19 over the past two years as well as making it through and getting out united together. 

Since Rainbow Connection II at MHC ends on 29th May 2022, coinciding with May the 4th Be With You, therefore I would like to wish May The Rainbow Connection II Be With You! 

Information on Rainbow Connection II 

Venue: Malay Heritage Centre Fountain

Date: 29th April to 29th May 2022 (Tuesdays to Sundays, closed on Mondays)

Time: 10am to 9pm

Admission is free.

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At the launch of the Feed the City event, looking around at the various booths from The Food Bank Singapore, their supporting sponsors and partners. I was brought back in time when I was involved in my alma mater Dragon Scout Group social work/charity event (can’t remember when it took place, maybe 1995?) to collect food supplies/donations for a small community of people in need living nearby my secondary school, Gan Eng Seng School.  A few years back, I went with fellow alumni friends from University of Queensland Alumni Association of Singapore to Willing Hearts, preparing and cooking meals on a early weekend Saturday morning for people in need. This was also why Feed the City by FBSG  striked a chord inside me.

FBSG is a registered charity with IPC status, they currently has more than 300 non-government organisations under its network and reaches out to more than 150,000 beneficiaries.

“FBSG has always been looking at innovative partnerships to propel our cause forward. We are humbled to be selected by TangoTab as the beneficiary of choice for Singapore. The Feed the City event, organised with support from CDL, is a testimony of our common vision to eradicate food insecurity. Together as a community, we are able to take greater strides for all,” said Nicholas Ng, Co-founder of FBSG.

“Food waste is one of the largest sources of waste in Singapore and CDL is pleased to host Asia’s first Feed the City campaign at our City Square Mall. Supporting efforts to reduce food waste has always been part of our longstanding commitment to sustainability. We hope that the event at City Square Mall will help to further encourage sustainable lifestyles and consumption choices, and raise awareness on the global food waste problem.,” said Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer of CDL.

Feed the City event also marked the launch of this social impact app TangoTab in Singapore. TangoTab is an easy way for people to help other people in need, helping to feed them without costing a cent. Every time a diner checks in to a partner establishment on the TangoTab app, TangoTab makes a donation to FBSG to feed a person in need who is hungry. TangoTab was founded in 2012, they have donated more than three million meals to partners in the U.S.  They are now in Singapore, aiming to encourage more diners and F&B businesses to take action and support the movement to reduce food insecurity in Singapore.

“What we love about Singapore is that it’s a tight-knit community and they care about their neighbours. In Singapore, 1 in 10 individuals go to bed hungry every night. This launch of the TangoTab app in Singapore is only the first step of us creating a sustainable impact in this city to help feed the food insecure. We are here to stay and we know that together with FBSG, we can either end hunger or come really close to doing so,” said Andre Angel, Founder and CEO of TangoTab.

There are two issues in Singapore that are gaining more concern and attention in recent years.

Food Waste

While Singporeans are known to love their food, from local hawker to international cuisines, Singapore doesn’t have a good reputation on food waste given her relative small land size and economy. There have been campaigns and movements on reducing food waste in Singapore.

Food Insecurity

This is a sensitive topic, although Singapore is now a pretty prosperous country with high GDP growth per capita, yet there are fellow Singaporeans among us who fell through the cracks and are struggling to catch up. Food insecurity is a real issue for this group of people in need.

Reducing food waste through FBSG movements and efforts can help those people in need facing food insecurity in Singapore. You can play a part too, no matter how big or small, in these two areas, reducing food waste and food insecurity in Singapore.

For more information about The Food Bank Singapore

Website:https://www.foodbank.sg

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thefoodbanksingapore

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/foodbanksg/

For more information on TangoTab

Website:http://www.tangotab.com

Twitter:https://twitter.com/TangoTab

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TangoTab/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tangotab/

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/tangotab

* I would like to thank The Food Bank Singapore and CIZA Concept for the invitation to the inaugural Feed the City event *

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