Community Billboard August 22nd – August 29th

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

 

Korean Film Festival

The Korean Film Festival (KOFFIA) is back in Australia for it’s third edition, bigger and better than ever. Beginning Wednesday night with an opening reception and running throughout the week, the festival features a wide variety of films from the animated kid’s film ‘Leafie’ to comedy ‘All About My Wife’.  Take this opportunity to experience Korean culture and film in the limelight.

 

WHERE: 2 East Circular Quay, Sydney
WHEN: Wednesday 22nd – Tuesday 28th, various times
HOW MUCH: $10 – $14
For more information click HERE

 

Israeli Film Festival

Diverse, complex and dynamic, the films featured in the ninth annual Israeli Film Festival hold up a mirror to the Israeli society. They explore a wide collection of stories and themes and reflect the growing success of the Israeli film industry. From documentaries and family features, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant compilation of narratives.

 

WHERE: Palace Verona, 17 Oxford st, Paddington
WHEN: Up until Sunday 26th, times varied
HOW MUCH: $16 – $19
For more information click HERE

 

Jean-Michel Gerst & Loukie Werle

Renowned chef Jean-Michel Gerst and award-winning writer and food-lover Loukie Werl present a fun and dynamic discussion of food. Jean-Michel is the Executive Chef at the Thredbo Alpine hotel, beginning his adventures in cooking with an apprenticeship at the age of 15. Loukie presents a mingling of tradition with modern techniques in her book ‘Pasta Rustica’. Join the discussion with author Irina Dunn.

WHERE: Woollhara Council Chambers, 536 New South Head rd, Double Bay
WHEN: Thursday 23rd, 6:30pm
HOW MUCH: $20
For more information click HERE

 

 

Hallowed Ground: The Library of the Future

How will the changes in technology and appreciation of books affect our reading habits? An evening of thought provoking discussion on how Australians will be reading in the next 20 years. Four experts in the field will present their predictions for the future of reading and how the act of reading is changing. Bring your own questions and opinions to what should be an interesting discussion.

 

WHERE: Customs House Library, 31 Alfred st, Circular Quay
WHEN: Thursday 23rd, 6:30 – 8:30
HOW MUCH: FREE
For more information click HERE 

 

FastBREAK

Back again for the end of August with a new dynamic topic for discussion. FastBREAK starts your Friday with a provided breakfast and a panel of speakers to tackle the big questions and nourish your mind. FastBREAK is a must for anyone wanting to stay on the pulse of new ideas, conversations and debates. This month’s theme is ‘Danger’.

 

WHERE: The Transport Gallery, Powerhouse Museum, 500 Harris st, Ultimo
WHEN: Friday 24th, 7:45am – 9:00am
HOW MUCH: $10
For more information click HERE

 

Jazz in the Church

Paddington Markets presents Jazz in the Church with The Stallions. The Stallions are a five piece band made up of some of the finest young musicians in Sydney, playing a mix of modern jazz, traditional jazz, modern funk and ska. This special event, hosted by the popular and renowned Paddington Markets is bound to be a musical treat within the lovely local church.

 

WHERE: Paddington Markets, 395 Oxford st, Paddington
WHEN: Saturday 25th
HOW MUCH: FREE
For more information click HERE

 

Jurassic Lounge

It’s back! This fun and culture packed event is absolutely not to be missed. The opening night of the new season includes magicians, burlesque queens, comedy acts, a silent disco, art and craft and vintage video games all packed into the familiar rooms of the Australian Museum. Eat, drink and soak in as much as you can in one night. You won’t find a better dinosaur themed night-out.

 

WHERE: Australian Museum, 6 College st, Sydney
WHEN: Tuesdays from 28th of August, 5:30pm
HOW MUCH: $14
For more information click HERE

 

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