Category: Online Event

Myofascial release class introduces safe and effective technique that involves applying pressure to your muscles and Myofascial connective tissue to help relieve tension- pain and restore motion.This class is specifically designed using props such as foam rollers and massage balls to find the bodies trigger points and smooth out hard knots- returning the fascia to its normal fluid state.Although floor-based- this class can be painful- as we search for problematic areas to release in the body.Please make sure you have a clear area to move. The video can be paused at any time to get a drink of water or to have a breather. Exercise within your physical limits to stay safe and injury free. If during exercising- you become injured or exhibit signs of distress such as chest pains- you should stop exercising immediately and call 000 emergency services for assistance.Health and medical concernsWe encourage you to seek appropriate medical advice or assistance before participating in any online fitness classes- especially if you not been physically active and- or are aged 60 years and above.You may check your health clearance prior to starting or using our fitness classes on this online pre-exercise form. If you answered yes to any of the health conditions listed on the page- it is recommended that you seek medical clearance before participating in any online classes. If you have any questions or concerns- please call us on 02 8374 6323.There are no fees to participate in our online fitness classes but please register your interest here.DisclaimerBy participating in City of Sydney online pre-recorded fitness classes- you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk and waive and forego any legal right that you may otherwise have against the City of Sydney and or against its officers- employees- agents and contractors.To the extent permitted by law- the City of Sydney- its officers- employees- agents and contractors are not liable for any loss or damage of any kind including any personal injury- loss or damage to property or financial loss (including payment of medical expenses) that you may suffer while participating in online programs and activities presented by The City of Sydney.

The Spanish Army of SpiceFrom October 24 to November 7- the Cervantes Institute of Sydney will be offering the documentary 500 years of the first round the world: The Spanish Army of Spice. The documentary will be in Spanish and with English subtitles. This will be featured on our website. For more information and to book- visit here.

Early opera is like wine- it comes in a fascinating variety of different styles- genres- tastes and colours.Baroque Banter is Pinchgut Opera's new podcast series diving deep into the world of baroque music and offering a taste of all the varying aspects of early opera. Put on your tasting slippers- sit back and enjoy a nice full glass of music appreciation.Further information is available here

The international platform for the support- exhibition and production of audiovisual dance Fiver promotes choreographic-audiovisual creation by promoting the professionalization of the film dance genre with the organization- since 2012- of an internationally renowned annual festival: FIVER.After the success of FIVER 2019- which celebrated its seventh edition with actions in Logrono and Madrid- its two main venues- this 2020 and for the second consecutive year- the Fiver-Cervantes program is being carried out within the festival- with a Selection of works by Spanish and Latin American creators and curated by Samuel Retortillo- wants to offer a current vision of audiovisual dance through works that have been produced by Fiver or that have been finalists in its international competition.The works of prestigious Spanish film directors of three generations are a perfect selection to show how cinedance has become a language of specific movement- where the creator brings dance to life through the screen. There are five works that can be enjoyed at Fiver-Cervantes 2020: the winner of the special FIVER 2019 award- I Love the Maids for Unreal- by Sofia Castro (Argentina)- the finalist- Babelian Circles- by Ferrand Romeu- and the collaborative works Fiverlabs 2019- Body to Body 2.0- coordinated by Esteban Crucci and Jordi Cortes- Wine or Grape ?- coordinated by Álex Pachon- and Bailaora- by Rubin Stein.This program is expanded with «Confined Bodies»- a series of videos that have been made during confinement- in order to analyze and give value to the creative proposals carried out during this period- by authors of the stature of Elias Aguirre- Richar Mascherin- Asun Noales- Alex Pachon- Jesus Rubio- Antonio Ruz- Guido Sarli and Pablo Venero.This comprehensive program will be presented within the framework of the Baila Espana festival in Bremen- which- in addition to its face-to-face celebration- will have a digital version this year- in which a wide variety of online activities will be offered- which will be accessible to all users of the Instituto Cervantes network of centers.

The City of Sydney is pleased to offer free 1-on-1 cycling skills courses with qualified instructors from BikeWise. This service is available to people who live or work in the City of Sydney local government area.During the 2-hour session- your instructor will teach skills and techniques for effective- safe and confident riding. You'll practice real on-street scenarios- including lane positioning- signalling- managing intersections- braking and gear selection.Your instructor will help you with route selection- to pick a smooth and safe way to get around. They'll even help you work out the best route between home and work.Our instructor will meet you at a location that's convenient to you (NB. must be within the City of Sydney local government area- please see the list of eligible suburbs below)- safety check and sanitise your bike.Note. These services are designed for adults- but we can accommodate children aged 12 and up- with the supervision of a guardian- or 16 and up with written guardian approval. Participants must supply their own bike and helmet.

Creative Plus Business is a social enterprise dedicated to educating creative practitioners and arts organisations about business. As the creative industry specialist for the NSW Business Connect program- we provide confidential- independent business advice and skills training for creative freelancers- start-ups- and small and medium arts businesses across NSW as part of the NSW Government's Business Connect program.Business Connect is a dedicated and personalised NSW Government program that provides trusted advice to help you start or grow your small business - yes- even as a creative practitioner!You can access free support with one of our creative industries experts to discuss anything to do with your practice and profession- including setting up and running your business- financial literacy- marketing- and more.To become a part of our Business Connect program:Head to the Business Connect portal to register-Select the tab Find An Advisor-Once redirected- select Specialist Advisors from the centre of the page-Go to the dropdown menu 'Select an Industry:' and choose 'Arts and Recreation Services'- or-Look for the advisors with 'Creative' under their name-Check out the advisors- find one you like and select Find Out More-Once you have chosen an advisor you like- click the Book Now button-You'll then conduct your 4 x free sessions with your chosen advisor via Zoom (NB: if you use an AUSLAN interpreter- they can easily join us).You'll then conduct your free sessions with your chosen advisor via Zoom. All our sessions are confidential.Got questions? Get answers. Head to the NSW Business Connect FAQYou can also head to the Creative Plus Business website to find out more about us and our work.

Reflecting the importance of glass art in Australian craft and design the FUSE Glass Prize is a non-acquisitive biennial prize for Australian and New Zealand glass artists.In 2020 the judges selected 18 finalists including NSW-based artists Erica Izard- Hiromi Tango- Jeremy Lepisto- Kate Baker- Cobi Cockburn and Yusuke Takemura. FUSE is presented in partnership with with the JamFactory- Adelaide. You might also want to join Craft Up Late- on Tuesday 13 October- 5pm to 8pm- check website for special event details.This is a COVID-safe event as part of Sydney Craft Week 2020.

Event descriptionGet Connected consists of 4 weekly x 90 min sessions starting Thursday 15 October 2020. It is held online via Zoom for anyone living in Australia.Attendees will develop skills in self-advocacy- learn how to speak up- build lasting friendships with peers and create stronger connections to the deaf community.Our inspiring mentors are Deaf Children Australia's Youth Support Workers. They have lived experience and are passionate about supporting young people. They have the knowledge and skills to help attendees build self-esteem to help them reach their goals.Both Auslan and spoken English is offered.Get Connected was first held in July. This is what they said 'You don't have to improve Get Connected. It's a great Zoom class! I love getting connected with you!'- 'I enjoyed meeting other deaf kids- learnt a lot about the deaf community and made new friends' and 'The mentors were amazing- they listened- and knew what it is like in a deaf world'Why you'll want to Get ConnectedAt the end of the course you will:Recognise similarities and differences in experiences from other deaf and HoH peers-mentors and realise that you are not aloneCommunicate about your experiences with other youth who are hard of hearing-deafFeel confident that being deaf-HoH is not stopping you from achieving your goalsIdentify your needs to make your environment more deaf-friendlyFind deaf friendly events-recreational activities onlineCost is $375 per person and includes handouts.We have many participants who are self or plan managed under NDIS who use their funds to cover the cost of online mentoring. Although we do not provide specific line numbers. Most participants will use core funding as it is most flexible. Get Connected could also be covered by Capacity building under Increased Social and Civic Participation.You'll need to get in quick as numbers are limited to 12 people. Register now!

Gallery 1: ORIENTATION : LANDSCAPE - Catherine Boardman- Margaret Dix- Nicola Dunbar & Alexandra Mills 'The urge to trap in two-dimensions- a piece of a place or the sensation it creates in us is strong and for centuries artists have pursued the representation of landscape in many media and formats.'  Gallery 2: Edge of Disquiet - Jacqui Driver 'Much of my work responds to my own experience of the unstable emotional states of grief- trauma- and anxiety- as well as dealing with the physical pain of chronic Rheumatoid Arthritis- I am inviting the audience to acknowledge spaces of discomfort and non-conformity.'Gallery 3: HEAD ON PHOTO FESTIVAL presents Apophony Lilium  Ben Blick-Hodge 'Following the linguistic concept of the same name- the Apophony series aims to explore a kind of visual intonation. Using a process of photographic capture and digital arrangement- for these works true lilies are faceted into structurally symmetrical wreathes. From the natural fall of light in multiple photographs- a coherent light source is then gathered to illuminate a form that hovers between idea and object- fabrication and documentation.'Gallery 4: DAILY RITUALS - Erin O'Brien 'As a freelance illustrator and designer- I am often constrained to the client's brief. Daily Rituals is my chance to think and draw freely every day with the influence of a single word prompt. An opportunity to do something just for me. No client notes or edits- just the joy of putting pen to paper and taking a drawing from start to finish in the space of 20 minutes. Daily Rituals is an exercise in not overthinking it- and in making art more accessible to myself and to others. Just 366 small- manageable- daily goals.'Covid-19 Safe Guidelines As a result of Covid-19 & social distancing- we will not hold our typical opening night on Thursday's fortnightly. However- we will be extending our hours on Saturday from 10am - 5pm. We encourage visitors to social distance and avoid crowding while we celebrate artists and their artworks.In accordance with the recommended social distancing rules- we have a maximum of 25 people allowed in the gallery.Our staff will be monitoring numbers and you may be asked to wait should we reach the limit.Dates may be subject to change based on current restrictions. The event will be updated accordingly on our website