Category: Online Event

This November we're excited to announce Great Southern Nights is coming to Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel.Kicking off the month is Random Soul (LIVE) alongside Life Without Andy DJs- the folks from the culture website you wish you ran.Entry is free but we recommend booking a table to secure the best seats in the venue.Random Soul 7:30 - 9pmLife Without Andy DJS 6 - 7:30pm$10 select cocktails available 6 - 8pm for Friday shows!Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel is a fully licensed venue and all minors & people under the age of 18 must be in attendance with a guardian or parent at all times.NOTE: This event will be held in line with easing Government restrictions around COVID. The event will be a seated event with social distancing practiced by all patrons & staff. We strictly only accept groups up to 10pax- should you book separately for a larger group we reserve the right to refuse entry.

From 6 to 14 November- the wildest wordsmiths from around the world will come together for Australia's largest performing writer's program- Word Travels' Story Week.This year's program goes virtual and international- bringing together an electrifying line-up of literary talent from across Australia and the world for an action-packed week of wordsmithery.The Festival culminates in the Australian Poetry Slam National Final- a spectacular showdown between the nation's best outspoken wordsmiths on Saturday 14 November. Headlined by last year's indomitable champion wani La Frere- the final will feature 16 sharp-tongued poets setting the stage ablaze for the coveted title of National Champion.

This year- Sydney Open is going digital- offering you a selection of curated online experiences around the key themes of City- Garden and Home.We invite you to discover your city in new ways with our line-up of free live-streamed talks- never before seen content- self-guided audio tours and more across the Sydney Open website.The full digital program will go live on the Sydney Open website from 7.30pm Friday 6 November.Enjoy a sneak peek below and find out more on our website:Sydney Open online talk seriesBe part of the conversations that matter in our inspiring Sydney Open live-streamed talk series launching 6 November. Hear from a range of diverse voices from across architecture- heritage- design and government and enjoy live Q&As.Find out moreSelf-guided audio toursExplore the city in new ways with our self-guided audio tours. Discover urban gardens- open spaces and significant architecture around the city - all at your own pace!

Ever wondered how you can get this season's must-have looks but also save money and the planet at the same time? This is the free masterclass for you. Hosted by a panel of Australia's biggest names in sustainable styling and fashion- you'll get practical tips to help you uncover secondhand treasure in your neighbourhood. Learn how to style secondhand pieces with help from Hannah Klose and Natalie Shehata at this online workshop.Register hereAbout Hannah KloseNever Ever Pay Retail op shop blogger- Hannah Klose- has been thrifting since birth thanks to her mum's op shop obsession! When she's not blogging about the best secondhand hot spots you can catch her styling recycled runway shows or sniffing out a bargain somewhere in Brisbane. She lives by the mantra 'buy nothing new' (except for underwear) and 99% of her wardrobe is pre-loved. About Natalie ShehateNatalie Shehata is the founder + editor of tommie magazine 'the destination for creative Womxn with a conscience'- as well as the Eco Stylist for Save the Children Australia op shops nationally. Her fashion styling career spans 11 years. She founded tommie magazine with the intention to change the way we consume and interpret fashion- by educating and bringing an awareness to how our clothes are made and what actually happens 'behind the seams' - both in the manufacturing of our clothing and the advertising of them.  About this eventThis event is being delivered as part of City of Sydney council's commitment to reducing landfill and supporting residents to reuse and reduce waste at home. It is brought to you by the City of Sydney and the team behind Garage Sale Trail- Australia's #1 community and sustainability event dedicated to helping us make or save money buying or selling pre-loved.  Join the Garage Sail Trail in person or online on 21 & 22 November and grab a bargain at one of 16-000+ garage sales being held across the country.

BAD Sydney presents a star-packed in person festival on 7-8 November at the State Library of NSW. See Kate McClymont- Gary Jubelin- Jess Hill- Michael Robotham- Caroline Overington- Chris Hammer- Tom Keneally- Nick Kaldas- Jana Wendt and many more.As always- there's plenty of crime and thriller fiction with Australian greats like Garry Disher- Michael Robotham and Chris Hammer as well as rising stars. Journalists explain why they turned to (fictional) crime. Fiction icon Tom Keneally talks to us about his view of the nature of evil and we explore writing about Auschwitz in fiction after 75 years.Like every year- we look at true crime - the first Australian serial killer with Tanya Bretherton or more recent Sydney crime with Kate McClymont. Top ex-NSW police Nick Kaldas- Gary Jubelin and Deb Wallace talk about their experience of policing. Speakers with personal knowledge tell us about experiencing the prison system and the impact of crime on victims and their families. We investigate wider criminal and social justice issues like modern slavery and the prevalence of domestic abuse as well as what can be done about it with Stella prize winner Jess Hill Are we in danger of turning into a security state asks Brian Toohey? Can we trust the justice system to make the right decisions queries Xanthe Mallett?Tickets start at just $10 for online sessions- and tickets to attend in person are extremely limited due to social distancing restrictions- so get in quick.This year we are restricted to 30 people in the audience for each event following NSW health regulations. We are using two rooms in different parts of the Library. For the Metcalfe Auditorium- enter the Library from the Macquarie Street entrance. For the Dixson Room- enter the Library from the Mitchell Building entrance on Shakespeare Place facing the Botanic Gardens. Covid-safe measuresPlease look at the special conditions of entry to the library for these unusual times. Be reassured that we are following all advice to keep you save.

What people of all advanced civilizations knew- what famous doctors (Paracelsus- Hahnemann etc.) used and what science confirmed through some fundamental discoveriesIn this lecture you will learn about the teaching of Bruno Groening (1906 - 1959). His message was simple: there is a higher power that is the basis of all living things and it can heal! He showed how this energy that he referred to as 'Heilstrom' could be absorbed into the body- and through his teachings many people were cured- even from diseases that were considered incurable.Healings occur today as back then- and the words of Bruno Groening: 'There is no incurable- God is the greatest physician-' has been proven and documented within the Medical Scientific Group - a world-wide forum of independent medical doctors- psychologists and health care professionals within the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends.To learn more- attend one of our free online lectures. Please register hereOnce you have registered- you will be sent instructions on how to download the free Zoom app either to your phone or laptop-computer. Important: Please register well ahead of time and log in 5 minutes early to get settled.For further Information: Contact: Linley Anderson on 0402 248 391 Visit our website or our YouTube Channel

Lilith Night is an international celebration of diverse female composer-performers- across a dizzying range of genres. A network of women music-makers and culture creators- directed by Australian musician Maryanne Piper- Lilith Night will feature the global fusion of sounds created by vocalist and kora player- Miriam Lieberman. The ensemble will perform compositions from international composers Sunna Gunnlaugs (Iceland)- Christina Fuchs (Ger)- Elisa Thorn (Canada) and Eve Beglarian (US-Armenian)- Australian composers Jenna Cave- Harri Harding- and many more.Special support: Kenya Wilkins Solo Piano Album LaunchKenya Wilkins will launch her third solo piano album 'So What Bach' a series of jams on JS Bach classics. Keyna Wilkins is a pioneering Australian-British composer-musician- solo-artist and leader of cutting-edge ensembles. Her music has been described as arresting and genre-blurring. She was one of three finalists in the Australian nation-wide APRA-AMCOS Art Music Awards for Individual Excellence 2018. Her compositions are performed internationally and published by Wirripang.A kaleidoscope of music to excite the senses!Maryanne Piper (clarinetist)- Kenya Wilkins (piano)- Rachel Drubetsky (trumpeter)- Chloe Kim (drums) and special guest- Miriam Lieberman (vocals and kora).Covid-safe planAll patrons are socially distanced inside the venue and must use sanitizer provided and enter individual contact details on entry. Face masks are available for those who want them. Hand sanitizer is provided and visible throughout the venue. People with any symptoms of colds or repeating dry coughs are not admitted and if such symptoms become visible after entry- would be asked to leave. Table service only except for those who are seated at the bar. There is no standing in groups allowed.

These old neighbourhoods are bursting with stories and hidden gems.On this walk you'll:Learn why there are so many pubs in this part of Sydney and what a 'VIP Lounge' isDiscover the Aboriginal and early European history of the areaBe surprised by my choice for Australia's 'national dish'See why this is one of the most multicultural parts of AustraliaGain an insight into our unique sense of humour andFind out some Aussie slang along the wayWe'll stop for a coffee at my favourite cafe mid-way through the walk- and at the end- we finish with a glass of delicious local craft beer at one of the most unique pubs you'll find in Sydney - complete with a talking pet cockatoo!Note we walk about 3.2 km (2 miles) at a relaxed pace and a mostly flat route. We've had everyone from 3-year-olds to 80-year-olds complete the walk and it is pram-baby carriage friendly but please message us if you have any questions.This is a fun- relaxing and enjoyable way to spend your Saturday morning- discovering new parts of Sydney. Even if you've lived in Sydney your whole life- we'll show you new things and tell you stories you've never head before - that's our promise.Now with free hand sanitiser and kangaroo-sized spacing (1.5m)

It's time to party your way into the new norm. Introducing Taylor's Saturdays DISCO DINER. Chair dance to the best of house & disco over delicious food and your favorite drinks.Whilst we're rearing to go- things are not completely back to normal just yet... Patrons are required to be seated with table bookings of a max of 10 guests. This won't stop us though. Get ready to have a dance with your mates at your table. Let's bring Taylor's back to lifeBOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL >->- up to 20 guests per bookingGeneral Admission | FREEVIP | $59: includes 1hr free-flowing drinks- x3 tacos per person*T&CsThis event will be held in line with easing Government restrictions around COVID. The event will be a seated event with social distancing practiced by all patrons & staff.*Complimentary beverage on arrival includes local beer- house wine or spirit. 1 hour beverage package commences when every member of your party has arrived- will run for 1hr and includes local beer- house wine & spirits. The Republic Hotel and Taylor's Rooftop reserves the right to refuse service to intoxicated patrons for the purposes of Responsible Service of Alcohol.