1 . Immersive Disney Animation Singapore
Since its first world appearance in Toronto in December 2022, Immersive Disney Animation has already drawn audiences across 13 North American cities and made an intercontinental splash in Tokyo. Now, this much-awaited journey is about to hit South East Asia for the first time on 18th November 2023 at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands!
HIGHLIGHTS
The doors open up to a stunning 360-degree environment that will transport you into the world of Disney’s storytelling. From classic hits to the latest movies like Frozen, Encanto, Zootopia, and Big Hero 6, you can journey through iconic scenes and meet the timeless characters.
The experience goes beyond me re visual delights. There’ll be lots of interactive elements too, including floors that move with you as you explore the galleries, bubble snowfall, wristbands that light up in different colors, and more. Of course, children will be provided with protective gear when they are exploring with parents.
It is also a hands-on adventure that will inspire your creativity and deepen your understanding of the art of animation. Inside the gallery filled with rarely seen exhibits from the Walt Disney Animation Research Library, you can discover animators’ character sketches and get to know some of the incredible animators behind Disney’s legacy. There is also an interactive drawing table to try your hand at drawing your own car to on characters and make them move.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: From 18th Nov 2023(Sat)
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu & Sun: 10 am-10 pm
Fri-Sat: 10 am-11: 30 pm
Duration: 90 minutes per slot(时间段)
Exhibition Time-Slots:
10 am; 11: 30 am;1 pm; 2: 30 pm; 4 pm; 5: 30 pm; 7pm; 8: 30 pm
10 pm(Only applicable to Fridays and Saturdays)
Tickets: From $41
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1. What can you experience in the Immersive Disney Animation Singapore?| A．Feasting your eyes on fantastic magic shows. |
| B．Interacting with Disney characters face to face. |
| C．Creating your own animated cartoon characters. |
| D．Enjoying a 90-minute newly-released Disney film. |
| A．10 am, 19th Nov 2023. |
| B．11 am, 17th Nov 2023. |
| C．10 pm, 20th Nov 2023. |
| D．9 am, 18th Nov 2023. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．An official website. |
| C．A local newspaper. | D．A cartoon magazine. |
2 . Entertaining Fall Festivals, Events and Activities
Duluth Fall Festival in Duluth, Georgia: Sept. 30—Oct. 2
The 40th yearly end-of-summer celebration takes place in downtown Duluth on the last weekend in September. This free event is run by a team of 300-plus volunteers. Attendees can wander around more than 180 vendors (摊贩) selling arts and crafts or catch a show at either of the two stages with 20-plus scheduled performances throughout the weekend. Kids can experience rides and games just for them, and anyone can enjoy the on-site carnival (嘉年华).
Fall for Greenville in Greenville, South Carolina: Oct. 12—15
Dozens of food and drink vendors set up for this yearly fall festival. Entry and entertainment are free, but attendees can buy Taste Tickets to try dishes prepared by local restaurants and exchange them for drinks, carnival rides and slides in the Kids’ Area. Dozens of free performances are given by local and national acts on stages throughout the weekend.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Oct. 7—15
Well-known as the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, this annual autumn attraction has been around for more than half a century. Attendees can enjoy activities for which they will have to pay a fee. A full schedule of events keep attendees busy throughout each day with a series of themed balloon competitions. Additional activities include free live music performances, firework shows, and shopping and dining at vendors.
West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Tualatin, Oregon: Oct. 21—22
Tualatin draws people each October for a free festival with unique fall-themed activities. This year the event kicks off on Saturday with a competition of a giant vegetable weigh-off. The next day starts with a 5K run to raise money for scholarships for local students. Attendees then gather on the banks of Lake Tualatin to watch the festival’s main performance: the Giant Pumpkin Competition.
1. What is specially designed for children at Duluth Fall Festival?| A．Live music. | B．Some rides. | C．The carnival. | D．Firework shows. |
| A．Attending different festivals. | B．Enjoying drinks. |
| C．Shopping for clothes. | D．Appreciating local performances. |
| A．Fall for Greenville. |
| B．Duluth Fall Festival. |
| C．West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta. |
| D．Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. |
3 . This is shaping up to be a big year for US theme parks — and we’re not just talking about Disney. From coast to coast, theme parks are opening exciting new rides for people.
Legoland New York Resort
Over Memorial Day weekend, Legoland opened its newest attraction: a Lego-themed water playground where families can play water, slide and beat the heat. There is also a nearby changing area so you can take off your wet swimsuit when you’re ready to head for the park’s land-based attractions.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Though the land has only one ride, Super Nintendo World has more than enough to keep you busy after you race to the finish. Throughout the land, there are interactive challenges where you can collect digital coins and try to secure a top score. You will also find all the souvenirs and clothing you need to complete your experience.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
The Serengeti Flyer swing ride is currently the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind. You’ll rise rapidly above zebras, giraffes and other animals that reside in the park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain. Because of its extreme nature, the ride has a 48-inch (英寸) minimum (最小的) height requirement.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s newest coaster (过山车) will have guests racing through the dark while attempting to escape a castle. DarKoaster is a fully indoor coaster with ride vehicles designed to look like snowmobiles. You’ll need them to travel through the strange snowstorm inside the castle.
1. What can visitors do at Legoland New York Resort?| A．Play water. | B．Collect digital coins. |
| C．Experience a snowstorm. | D．Take the world’s tallest ride. |
| A．Great love for animals. | B．Wearing special clothes. |
| C．The company of family. | D．Being at least 48 inches in height. |
| A．Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. | B．Busch Gardens Williamsburg. |
| C．Legoland New York Resort. | D．Universal Studios Hollywood. |
4 . Welcome to the Following Art Activities
Family Zone
Sunday, October 1, 1 p. m.—4 p. m.
Families are invited to visit the MFAH Family Zone. You’ll find attractive activities with coloring sheets, color ed pencils, books, and more. Knowledgeable professionals (专业人员) are on hand to help answer questions about the works of art on show.
Happy Hour Thursday
Thursday. September 28. 5 p. m.—8 p. m.
Happy Hour Thursday is the place to be! Meet your friends at the MFAH for the best night of the week. Explore the campus, visit the galleries(画廊), and get a drink at the public house (cash only).
General admission is free on Thursday, and the Museum is open late.
Art Bites I American Painting and Sculpture
Thursday. October 5.6 p. m.—6:30 p. m.
A little art can go a long way! Visit the galleries and enjoy the art. The focus of this Art Bite tour is on American painting and sculpture. Art Bite tours are 30 minutes long and are part of the Happy Hour Thursday festivities at the Museum. This guided tour is included with general admission, which is free on Thursdays.
Glassell Studio School
Courses in art are offered the fall, spring, and summer
The Glassell Studio School offers courses in art history and studio arts for adults ages 18 and older of all skill and experience levels. Studio courses and workshops are available(可得到的) in various forms of media, including painting, drawing, printmaking, digital and film photography, 3D design, and more. Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Sign up for the next semester below.
1. What can you do when visiting Family Zone?| A．Have a drink with your family. | B．Take a course to learn art skills. |
| C．Put your own artworks on show. | D．Ask experts for information about art. |
| A．They last 30 minutes. | B．They are free on Thursdays. |
| C．They are held at night. | D．They only accept cash. |
| A．Art Bites. | B．Family Zone. |
| C．Glassell Studio School. | D．Happy Hour Thursday. |
5 . Programs from the Pierson Library Dinoman Visits Today: The Shelburne Town Gym will be filled by huge dinosaurs at 1:00 pm. Learn about these animals that once walked on the earth during a visit by Dinoman on Thursday, July 5.
Book Discussion: The book group for men meets at La Villa at 7:30 pm on July 5 to discuss Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan. Join Andrew Everett for reading and discussing the book as well as enjoying cookies and drinks.
Family Free Help: Volunteer John Kelley is in the library on Wednesday afternoons. Have John help you learn how to find out your family trees using the library.
Summer Study Programme: Kids need to keep a reading record to keep track of the number of pages read through August 16 at 8:00 pm. The student with the highest page count will take home a $50 gift card for the Flying Pig Bookstore.
Musical Story Time: Get ready for a guitar concert at 10:30 am on July 7. Music teacher Sue Rule leads a morning of music and stories with the guitar concert. For ages 3 and up. Guitars are provided.
Special Programmes: Some special programmes include Field Days at 1: 00 pm on August 12and the Teddy Bear Picnic at 10: 30 am on August 14. The library is also preparing for its move to the Shelburne Field House on Athletic Drive on August 16 ahead of the library rebuilding project. The library will be closed during the move.
1. What can visitors do in Dinoman Visits Today?| A．Watch animals on the earth. | B．Find out their family trees. |
| C．Learn about dinosaurs. | D．Visit a writer named Jennifer Egan. |
| A．They include a guitar concert. | B．They will take place in August. |
| C．They include a course on buildings. | D．They will take place after the library rebuilding project. |
| A．Family Tree Help and Musical Story Time. |
| B．Dinoman Visits Today and Book Discussion. |
| C．Book Discussion and Summer Study Programme. |
| D．Summer Study Programme and Musical Story Time. |
6 . Best Summer Camps for Teenagers 2022
Catalina Sea Camp
Catalina Sea Camp is an adventure camp in Catalina Island, California. It’s perfect for kids aged 8～17 who enjoy being out in the ocean and participating in thrilling water sports and activities. It also has an educational aspect, focusing on marine ( 海 洋 的 ) biology, making it perfect for those interested in a future career in the field.
Camp Wicosuta
This is a summer camp in New Hampshire. This particular summer camp is intended specially for teenage girls that want to spend a little time outdoors. Each sleep-away camp session is broken down into four individual weeks and the entire program is based on celebrating confidence, competence and communication.
iD Tech Camp
iD Tech Camp is a virtual technology camp for teens. At their online camp, teens receive a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education while making friends with other students. Their expert instructors have years of experience and often come from well-known universities like Stanford, California Institute of Technology and New York University. The vast majority of students who attend the camps take part in STEM programs at universities, making it perfect for high school students who want a future career in the STEM field.
Fusion Academy College Camp
If you’re looking for a different kind of camp experience, Fusion Academy is offering College Admissions Camps this summer, Fusion is a private middle and high school with a personalized learning model. They offer the unique college camp on the Internet, so high school students can attend it from anywhere. Fusion Academy provides a nurturing (培养) environment where students can become the best versions of themselves on an academic and personal level.
1. What can campers do at the camp in Catalina Island, California?| A．Take STEM classes. | B．Do water sports |
| C．Attend job interviews. | D．Visit famous universities |
| A．Camp Wicosuta. | B．iD Tech Camp. |
| C．Catalina Sea Camp. | D．Fusion Academy College Camp. |
| A．They are held online | B．They center on art activities |
| C．They offer one-on-one instruction | D．They are designed for college students |
7 . Summer holidays are coming. Here are two posters for members of English Club in the schoolyard:
| Science and Technology Museum Opening hours Sunday--Wednesday : 10:00am--5:30pm Charge:$5 What’s on Ancient Technology—the ground floor Modern Technology— the first floor Space —the second floor The silk road: trade and travel — the second floor Please note The museum is closed for 3 days during the Spring Festival every year． Contact us Information desk:73238299 Email:stm99@1,63．com | To all climbers! Place: Castle Peak Indoor Climbing Centre Date: 8: 30 am, July, 15 Do: Sign in when you come to the centre. Climb with a partner. Wear a hard hat at all times. Wear the correct climbing shoes. Don’t: Don’t eat or drink anywhere except in the café. Don’t listen to personal music players while climbing. Don’t light fires. Good practice: Use a locker to store your things. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Wearing jewellery can cause accidents. Talking on a mobile phone while climbing can be dangerous. |
| A．downstairs | B．on the ground floor |
| C．on the second floor | D．on the first floor |
| A．10:00 am,Saturday． | B．2:30 pm,Saturday． |
| C．8:30 am,Sunday． | D．2:00 pm, Sunday |
| A．wear the correct climbing shoes | B．stay alone all the time |
| C．1isten to personal music players | D．talk on a mobile phone |
| A．wear a soft hat at all times | B．wear jewellery |
| C．eat something when you feel weak | D．keep your things in a locker |
8 . Four Best Music Festivals to Attend Next Year
Something in the Water, USA
This festival is organised by Pharrell Williams and around 50,000 visitors enjoyed the event this year. It always has an impressive star lineup (阵容) with the likes of Usher, Justin Timberlake, J Balvin, Dave Matthews Band and Calvin Harris headlining the festival in advance. Next year’s lineup is to be announced soon.
Dates: 28 — 30 April
Venue (场馆): Virginia Beach, Virginia
Tomorrowland, Belgium
There’s a reason why this festival draws crowds to the Belgian countryside annually. An electro and house music lover’s dream, the event is famous for not only its special stage design, but also activities like hidden nooks (角落) to be explored. Names like Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, David Guetta, Nicky Romero, and Tiësto have been known to play here.
Dates: 21 — 30 July
Venue: Schorre Recreation Area, Boom
Glastonbury, UK
The annual music festival is one of the most famous ones people in the UK and around the world are looking forward to attending. Next year will see big names like Elton John take the stage. This year, the festival brought acts like Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Haim, and Megan Thee Stallion to the party.
Dates: 21 — 25 June
Venue: Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset
Amsterdam Dance Event, Amsterdam
A must-visit event for an electronic music lover, the Amsterdam Dance Event is entertainment-driven education for any learner of this kind of music. At the festival, there are many live performances and lectures, and bands such as Suzanne Ciani & Metropole Orkest, and Jameszoo’s Blind Group will play here. There are more than 1,000 events planned over 200 venues next year.
Dates: 18 — 22August
Venue: Across Amsterdam
1. Which music festival lasts the longest?| A．Something in the Water. | B．Tomorrowland. |
| C．Glastonbury. | D．Amsterdam Dance Event. |
| A．Amsterdam. | B．Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset. |
| C．Virginia Beach, Virginia. | D．Schorre Recreation Area, Boom. |
| A．Explore the countryside’s quiet places. | B．Make entertainment speeches on stage. |
| C．Watch live electronic music performances. | D．Get involved in its special stage design. |
9 . As summer approaches and tourism season begins, social media users will struggle to answer the age-old question: If you didn’t post about your vacation, did you really even go?
Though it may be difficult for some to escape work emails and update social media during vacation, the island of Ulko-Tammio in Finland is appealing to visitors to avoid their screens and explore nature wholeheartedly.
Claiming to be the world’s first phone-free tourist island, Ulko-Tammio is located in the Eastern Gulf of Finland and Finland has been named “world’s happiest country” for six years and, somewhat interestingly, is home to Nokia, the famous mobile phone brand.
“The island of Ulko-Tammio, located off the coast of Hamina, will be a phone-free area this summer,” an expert in island tourism at Visit Kotka-Hamina Mats Selin said. “We want to encourage holidaymakers to switch off their smart devices and to stop and fully enjoy the island.”
One of Finland’s 41 national parks, Ulko-Tammio is uninhabited by people, but is home to many rare birds and plants, which visitors can spot on a hike along the island’s nature trails or from the island’s bird tower.
Taking part in the campaign(运动) for tourists on Ulko-Tammio is voluntary and, since mobile network is still working on the island, the difficulty in avoiding smart devices will be ever-present.
However, the staff of Parks & Wildlife Finland, the company that manages the island, hopes that the campaign encourages tourists to stay away from smart devices and engage with the scenery and fellow visitors.
“Switching off your phone, exploring nature and meeting people face-to-face will surely improve your mood and well-being,” psychologist and Research Manager at the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare Sari Castrén said. “We spend countless hours focusing on our social media feeds, so taking a short break from them means you have more time for new experiences.”
1. What can we learn about the island of Ulko-Tammio?| A．It is home to a world-famous smartphone brand. |
| B．It prevents tourists from using any smart devices. |
| C．It aims to encourage tourists to totally enjoy nature. |
| D．It has been a phone-free tourist island for six years. |
| A．Things recommended to watch on the island. | B．The importance of the island in Finland. |
| C．The common way to explore national parks. | D．Protected places for rare birds and plants. |
| A．Fellow visitors’ sharing. | B．Some staff’s support. |
| C．Functioning mobile network. | D．Access to free mobile phones. |
| A．Unclear. | B．Objective. | C．Unconcerned. | D．Positive. |
10 .
| What’s on in Shanghai | |||||||||||
| Dining | Nightlife | Stage | Cinema | Art | Travel | Business | Beauty | ||||
| This May is a busy month in Shanghai. There are lots to do. Here are the highlights. Live Music-Late Night Jazz Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player. He’s coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes. Herbie is known to play well into the early hours so don’t expect to get much sleep. This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai. The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quick.
Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn. The teachers, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are excellent. They will also demonstrate the dances.
There are 120,000 pieces on show here. You can see the whole of Chinese history under one roof. It’s always interesting to visit, but especially so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs (埃及陵墓) exhibition.
Sushi is getting really big in Shanghai. In Japan, it’s become an art form. The most famous sushi “artist” is Yuki Kamura. She’s also one of the few female chefs (厨师) in Japan. She’l be at Sushi Scene all of this month.
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| A．Enjoying American Jazz. |
| B．Learning Scottish dancing. |
| C．Visiting Shanghai Museum. |
| D．Dining at Sushi Scene. |
| A．6427-3957. | B．6690-2315. | C．6888-5066. | D．6557-6898. |
| A．￥240. | B．￥160. | C．￥120. | D．￥80. |
