Community Billboard: February 1-8

This weekly community gig guide is proudly sponsored by City of Sydney’s plan for the future – Sydney 2030 – making our city more green, global and connected

 

 

‘The Good News Story’ – how a sustainability revolution IS happening around the world

Join local resident and sustainability expert Simon Carter as he presents a positive and exciting view of sustainability – one focused on opportunity, p

rosperity and hope rather than loss, cost, fear and failure. Event is free but booking is preferred. Please come early and join us afterwards to chat and share some tasty snacks.

 

 

When: 1^st February, 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Where: Bronte Surf Life Saving Club

How much: FREE

More info here or 9369 8045

 

Dragon Boat Racing – Chinese New Year

The Chinese Year of the Dragon has just begun – what better way to celebrate than at the Dragon Boat Races at Darling Harbour? This event is part of the City of Sydney’s Chinese New Year celebrations and is sure to be big! Races run over 2 days from 4-5 of February, and take place every 8 minutes. Don’t forget to bring a hat and sunblock.

 

When: 4^th February, 8am – 5pm, 5^th February, 8am – 3pm

Where: Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour

Cost: FREE

More info here

 

Seymour Centre Courtyard Sessions

Every Friday evening from the 20^th January to 30^th March, The Seymour Centre courtyard hosts FREE gigs featuring up-and-coming talent from Sydney’s vibrant local scene. Bands include high-octane bluegrass outfit ‘Bellyache Ben and the Steamgrass Boys’, six-piece female cabaret group ‘Lady Sings it Better’, and energetic pop-rock stalwarts ‘The Sculptures’. Take a break from dancing and grab a drink and bite to eat at the Courtyard Bar and BBQ. The venue is also ‘kid and pooch friendly’.

When: Fridays from 20^th January to 30^th March

Where: Seymour Centre Courtyard, Corner of City Rd & Cleveland St, Chippendale

Cost: FREE

More info here 

Picasso Goes to the Movies

As part of their Picasso exhibition, the Art Gallery of NSW is running free weekly screenings of classic films influenced by the Spanish master. Sessions run from 9^th November to 25^th March, and feature the work of auteurs such as Federico Fellini, Stanley Kubrick, Jean-Luc Godard and Luis Buñuel. Check out the website for full session listings. Please note that tickets are limited and must be collected in advance.

 

When: Wednesdays 2:00pm and 7:30 pm, Sundays 2:00PM

Where: Domain Theatre, Art Gallery of NSW

Cost: FREE

More info here

 

Surry Hills Markets

The Surry Hills Markets, held the first Saturday of each month, is brimming with vintage clothing, used books and records, and all sorts of curios and knick knacks. Whether you’re a seasoned bargain hunter or casual shopper, you’ll find something interesting at Surry Hills Markets. When you’re done, grab lunch or a coffee at one of Crown Street’s many chic eateries.

 

When: Saturday 4^th February, 7:00am – 4:00pm

Where: Shannon Reserve, Surry Hills, Corner of Crown and Collins Streets

Cost: FREE

More info here