5 'parks' to check out on Park(ing) Day this Friday: From PokeShelter to free haircuts for seniors

SINGAPORE - As part of the International Park(ing) Day movement, 78 parking lots across the island will be transformed into 52 temporary public spaces on Friday (Sept 16), from a spa to a PokeShelter. Here are five of the highlights:

1. STREETSIDE SPA

Located at: Telok Ayer Street (Telok Ayer)

Open: 11am - 6pm

What it is: A park which pokes fun at expensive spas in Singapore, with three stations using everyday items to recreate a free relaxing spa experience.

2. AN ALTERNATIVE STREET

Located at: Lim Liak Street (Tiong Bahru)

Open: 9am - 8pm

What it is: Experience walking and cycling along a redesigned street in virtual reality.

3. POKESHELTER

Located at: Sam Leong Road (Jalan Besar)

Open: 12pm - 7pm

What it is: Inspired by 'Pokemon Go', this park is a Pokeball Shelter where 'Pokemon Go' players can take a break.

4. THE COFFEE JOURNEY

Located at: Sam Leong Road (Jalan Besar)

Open: 11am - 6pm

What it is: A fusion of the traditional kopitiam and the modern hipster cafe.

5. FREE HAIRCUT

Located at: Jalan Tampang (Sembawang)

Open: 6pm - 9pm

What it is: Free haircut for seniors.

Members of the public can visit: https://str.sg/4GUA for more information on the other parks.

 

This article was first published on Sep 14, 2016.
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