With January officially over, it’s likely that most of us have already settled into our little routines. Let’s jazz it up with these interesting things to do in February – the month of love!
Top Pick of the Month
Chap Goh Mei- Lion Dance at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
End the last day of Chinese New Year with a bang, and roar your way into February with award-winning drummers and an acrobatic lion dance. Head over to Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur to catch the talented crew, and enjoy a scrumptious Chap Goh Mei lunch at any one of their famous restaurants too.
And like most parents, if you’re going to be up early, do treat the the kiddos to a pre-performance, child-centric buffet at The Lemon Garden Cafe at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur! Little ones will have a buffet counter curated just for them, get to nibble at too-cute-to eat dishes from the a la carte menu, and have a chance to engage in fun DIY breakfast activities.
Another tempting option would be to simply book a Family Premier Suite, Family Executive Room, or Family Fun Getaway Package to wake up to this delicious spread and enjoy the performance after with happy little tummies!
Date: 5th February 2023
Time: 12:00pm
Venue: Hotel Main Entrance Lobby, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Content:
Bazaars
1. Love Potion Pop Up by The Messy Club, Kedai KL
2. Tukar Tangan x Valentine Preloved Market, The School
3. Tirai, Pusat Kreatif Kanak-kanak Tuanku Bainun (PKKTB)
5. Kidpreneur Weekend Bazaar, First Seed
Parent Workshops
1. CPR & First Aid Training for Babies and Children
2. Integrating Aggression, Trauma and Intensity with Children
Exhibition and Book Fest
2. Kuala Lumpur Alternative Bookfest, Central Market
Kids Activities and Programs
1. Messy Play, Mini Magic Messy Play
2. Hands-On Basic French, The French Academy
3. Nature Play Program- Ocean Conservation, Mad About Education
4. Nature Science Program- Elephant Conservation, Mad About Education
Performance:
1. Psychosynthesis, Asia Ballet Theatre
Bazaars
1. Love Potion Pop Up by The Messy Club, Kedai KL
Kedai KL’s first event of the year is all about self-love! Show yourself some love this Valentine’s with The Messy Club’s curated shopping, food, craft and workshop experiences.
Date: 4th and 5th February 2023
Time: 10:00am to 8:00pm
Venue: Kedai KL, Block B, Level 2, MAHSA Avenue Jalan Universiti, Off, Jalan Ilmu, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
2. Tukar Tangan x Valentine Preloved Market, The School
Don’t miss out on the last installation of Tukar Tangan Preloved Market at The School; head over and get your hands on amazing bargains. Everything will be priced below RM50, from handmade crafts, preloved collections, apparels, vintage knick-knacks and home decorative items. Bring your bags along and fill them up with these preloved treasures!
Date: 4th and 5th February 2023
Time: 11:00am to 6:00pm
Venue: Ground and First Floor, The School, Jaya One, 72A, Jln Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
3. Tirai, Pusat Kreatif Kanak-kanak Tuanku Bainun (PKKTB)
It’s PKKTB’s 10th year anniversary! This creative centre will be bringing back Tirai for a Saturday filled with a theatre production, charity bazaar and exciting activities. Watch Melody, an original in-house production written and directed by the Head of Creative Programmes, and browse through culinary, visual arts, and sewing works by the talented Artspire Students.
Date: 11th February 2023
Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm (Bazaar and Activities); 12.00pm to 1.30pm (Show 1); 4.00pm to 5.30pm (Show 2)
Price: Ticket price at RM10 minimum donation
Contact: 03-7733 8559; marketing@pkktuankubainun.com
Venue: PKKTB,48, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad, Kuala Lumpur (Theatre Production “Melody” held at the KuAsh Theatre)
4. Cinta Sayang, Kedai KL
Kedai KL is going all out with their love theme, with another bazaar to include in your Valentine’s Day plan. Head over to enjoy the kaleidoscope of homegrown products and businesses, and browse through the artisanal selections to grab a gift of appreciation for that special person in your life!
Date: 11th and 12th February 2023
Time: 11:00am to 6:00pm
Venue: Kedai KL, Block B, Level 2, MAHSA Avenue Jalan Universiti, Off, Jalan Ilmu, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
5. Kidpreneur Weekend Bazaar, First Seed
It’s a child-centric bazaar for the little budding entrepreneurs! Bring your children along to feel the excitement and buzz, and lend some support to the mini bosses as they pitch, negotiate and sell their ideas and products.
Date: 11th and 12th February 2023 I 18th and 19th February 2023
Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm I 11:00am to 6:00pm
Venue: The School, Jaya One, 72A, Jln Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor I Great Eastern Mall, 303, Jalan Ampang, Desa Pahlawan, 55000 Kuala Lumpur
6. Akhir Pekan, Rumah Tangsi
Mark your calendars and visit this upcoming bazaar at the charming, heritage building, Rumah Tangsi! Immerse yourself in the retrospective vibe at Akhir Pekan; a multicultural market that aims to promote our local culture and heritage. Browse preloved brands, vintage collectibles, music merchandise and enjoy the local delicacies and entertainment that will be happening all through the weekend.
Date: 25th and 26th February 2023
Time: 11:00am to 10:00pm
Venue: Rumah Tangsi, 10, Jalan Tangsi, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Parent Workshops
1. CPR and First Aid Training for Babies and Children
It’s always good to be prepared for emergencies. Join a complimentary CPR and First Aid course that’s suitable for parents – no medical background knowledge needed! The programme has been designed in accordance with the American Heart Association’s latest CPR and ECC guidelines, so you know you will be learning the latest first aid techniques. Spots are limited and you will be contacted to confirm your registration.
Register here.
Date: 18th February 2023
Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Price: Free
Contact: 017-376 0096; 012-234 5394
Venue: Multipurpose Hall at Adora Desa ParkCity 2A Persiaran Residen, 52200 Kuala Lumpur
2. Integrating Aggression, Trauma and Intensity with Children
There’s a reason for aggressive play in kids. Join Play Therapist maestro, Lisa Dion, in person to discover how to facilitate aggressive play in the play therapeutic process, without increasing or promoting aggression. Examine how play therapy works from a neurobiological perspective and learn all about the link between a child’s dysregulated state in the nervous system and their aggressive play.
Register here.
Date: 26th and 27th February 2023
Time: 9:00am to 4:30pm
Price: RM1,550 (Limited seats)
Contact: 019-3122 580
Venue: Sofitel Damansara, DC Mall, 6, Jalan Damanlela, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
Exhibition and Book Fest
1. BIG Baby Expo, Mid Valley
Are you pregnant or a new mama? Visit the BIG Baby Expo, a one-stop physical shopping destination for your new precious bundle of joy. You will be able to physically compare, get instant on-site advice from the experts, and enjoy exclusive deals from hundreds of brands.
Date: 3rd to 6th February 2023
Time: 11:00am to 9:00pm
Venue: Mid Valley Exhibition Centre, Third Floor (3F) @ Mid Valley Megamall, Centre Court, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
2. Kuala Lumpur Alternative Bookfest, Central Market
It’s a book lover’s paradise! The Alternative Bookfest is back again, with lots of alternative titles from our local independent publishing scene.
Date: 23rd to 26th February 2023
Time: 10:00am to 8:00pm
Venue: Central Market, Jalan Hang Kasturi, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Kids’ Activities and Programs
1. Messy Play, Mini Magic Messy Play
Age: 1 to 5 years old
Price: RM60
Contact: 016-831 1407
Venue: OUTSIDE Learning Centre, Kampung Tunku
- Operation: Military Messy Play
Date: 5th February 2023
Time: 9:00am to 10:00am
- Valentine’s Messy Play
Date: 11th or 19th February 2023
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm (11th February); 9:00am to 10:00am (19th February)
2. Hands-On Basic French, The French Academy
If you’re thinking of getting your child acquainted with a foreign language, sign them up for a fun, interactive French basics workshop at The French Academy. Your kids will leave the centre at the end of the day with the knowledge of some common French words and conversational phrases. Limited spaces are available, so do contact the academy directly to save a slot. Merci!
Date: 11th February 2023
Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 3:00pm (lunch break from 12:00pm to 1:00pm)
Age: 4 to 15 years old
Price: RM99 for 5 hours
Contact: 03-2859 0140; contact@thefrenchacademy.net
Venue: 9 Jalan Wan Kadir 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
3. Nature Play Program- Ocean Conservation, Mad About Education
Hands-on learning is the best- so get your kids learning all about ocean conservation by participating in a beach clean-up activity at Morib Beach in Banting. Let’s encourage our little ones to understand the importance and discover ways in keeping our oceans clean, as they sort out recyclables from non-recyclables trash on the beach. Cap the day off by exploring the nearest mangrove forest that’s located right by the beach!
Date: 11th February 2023
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Age: 2 to 6 years old (to be accompanied by adult)
Price: RM90 per child (10% discount for siblings, free for adult)
Contact: 012-209 2462 (Beverley)
Venue: Pick up and drop off at Bukit Utama
4. Nature Science Program- Elephant Conservation, Mad About Education
You don’t have to go all the way to Thailand to learn about the magnificent animals of Asia. Be a part of this all-inclusive outing to the National Elephant Conservation in Kuala Gandah and learn about elephant conservation, protection, rehabilitation, relocation and management. Parents are not needed on this trip!
Date: 28th February 2023
Time: 6:30am to 4:30pm
Age: 7 to 12 years old
Price: RM220 per pax (inclusive of food and transportation, 10% discount for siblings)
Contact: 012-209 2462 (Beverley)
Venue: Pick up and drop off at Bukit Utama
Performance
1. Psychosynthesis, Asia Ballet Theatre
Be mesmerised by a powerful and dynamic production that places science and multimedia as central in the process. Choreographed by award-winning dancer and choreographer Kenny Shim, Psychosynthesis explores the effects of long periods of isolation through a full-length, fast-paced and impressionistic contemporary dance production. Through movement and dance, this show aims to express and celebrate how the will of humans ultimately triumphs over challenges.
Get your tickets here.
Date: 4th and 5th February 2023
Time: 3:00am and 8:30pm
Price: RM60 to RM120 depending on seating chosen
Contact: 03-7732 4788
Venue: Petaling Jaya Performing Arts Centre, S611, Second Floor, 1 Utama E, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Have a great February, #makchicmumsquad- one that’s full of love and experiences for you and the family!
