May 12 - 18, 2013: Issue 110
![](http://www.pittwateronlinenews.com/resources/artist%20trail%20sample.jpg) Pittwater Artists Trail Open Studios May 18 – 19, 10am - 4pm The time has come! All studios open in two weeks, time to put it in your calendar. Plan your visit through the brochure or download your Arts Trail map here. You can find the brochure at Libraries, Community Centres,30 shops & cafes orwww.pittwaterartiststrail.com.au. Look for the Pittwater Artists Trail logo when visiting studios.
Artists above: (clockwise, left to right); Karen Hick - abstract artist; Jill Ferrall - mixed media; Cindy Goode Milman - impressionist oils; Elfriede Bartnitzky - textured landscapes; Marian Purvis - expressionist painter; Eric Martel - seascape
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Author Talks at Mona Vale Library - Stephanie Brown 15th May 2013 5pm - 6.30pm Stephanie Brown speaking about "Face of Extraordinary: Volunteers"
This event is FREE to celebrate Volunteers Week. The book contains 22 portraits of volunteers painted by North Narrabeen resident and artist Stephanie Brown. It also contains personal stories of the volunteers, many of whom work for organisations in the northern beaches area. Bookings essential tel. 9970 1600. Venue: Mona Vale Library. Contact Name: Catherine Buddin - 9970 1605 Email: catherine_buddin@pittwater.nsw.gov.au Website: faceofextraordinary.com
Remarkable Reptiles! - 19th May 2013, 2p.m.-4p.m. A workshop about our local reptile friends for the whole family. Looking for something fun and educational that the whole family can be part of? Fancy getting up close and personal with a few scaly critters? Then this event’s for you!! The Northern Beaches is home to many species of snakes and reptiles. Find out what some of these species are and where they are likely to be found. Bring along your questions for our reptile specialists. Come and join us at the Coastal Environment Centre for a couple of hours and meet our local wildlife rescuer from Sydney Wildlife and her scaly animal friends. Where: Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen. Cost: Free!. Bookings Essential! Online. In person: Coastal Environment Centre, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen. Phone: 1300 000 232 (Reception - Option 1)
Palm Beach Market 26th May 2013, 9am - 3pm Governor Phillip Park
Come and browse the numerous stalls at the Palm Beach markets. You will find fashion, jewellery, shoes, food, furniture, hats and lots more.
Other 2013 Dates: 22 Sept, 27 Oct, 8 Dec Venue: Governor Phillip Park, Palm Beach Contact: Nikki Griffith - 9970 1355
Author Talks at Mona Vale Library - Andrew Tink 30th May 2013, 6:30pm - 8pm
Andrew Tink speaking about "Air Disaster Canberra. The Plane crash that destroyed a government". In 1940 key members of Menzies' government die in a fiery plane crash.The author explores the consequences of this event and controversially, who was actually at the controls. Bookings essential tel. 9970 1600. Cost $8/$6 concession for students and pensioners only, card must be shown.
FREE FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS
Venue: Mona Vale Library. Contact Name: Catherine Buddin - 9970 1605. Email: catherine_buddin@pittwater.nsw.gov.au
LATIN SUNDAY SESSIONS
- ITS SO GOOD WE'RE KEEPING IT GOING IN AUTUMN! - FREE Live Entertainment from 5pm in the Beer Garden SUNDAY afternoons. Avalon Beach RSL
Duo performs each week, rotating roster includes: Taigo Passos, James Willings, Josh Fergus, Marco dAvila, Dave Calandra, Fernando Aragones, Nick Downey, Tiago de Luca, Angelo Francalanci & more.
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Australian National Maritime Musueum - Events March to October 2013
Rescue exhibition - Opens 16 March
Search and rescue operations take place every minute, every hour, every day, all around the world. From the air to the sea and on land, responsive operations are lifelines to many people in times of need. But what does a rescue scenario really involve? Find out in this hands-on exhibition.
International Fleet Review voyage - Register your interest
HMB Endeavour, replica will be one of the nine Australian and eight international tall ships sailing into Sydney Harbour on 3 October to mark the beginning the International Fleet Review celebrating the centenary of the Royal Australian Navy. Register your interest to sail with Endeavour as paying voyage crew. http://endeavour.anmm.gov.au/Sail-with-us
Kids on Deck: Amazing Antarctic Sundays - 10 am - 4 pm - For ages 5-12 years
Craft your own spyglass telescope, print a bandanna, design a flag or sculpt a ship. Dress up in pirate costumes to perform your own adventure or make stories and siren songs come to life in the mermaids' cavern.
$8.50 per child. FREE for members & Big Ticket holders. Adults general museum fees apply. No booking required.
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment next forum will be ...... Forum 25: May 27, 2013 Secrets of our Aboriginal past in Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment
The forum is at Narrabeen Tramshed, Pittwater Road, Narrabeen
![](resources/Dennis Foley.jpg?timestamp=1367013016375) Dennis Foley will give us insights into aspects of Aboriginal Heritage. It is always a treat to hear from Dennis so don't miss out. Les McLeod will talk about seasonal movements of Guringai people, camping sites, weapons and tools used in the Narrabeen area.
Click here to order your ticket: HERE Entry is free but we ask for a donation to cover costs.
All artists open on two weekends Saturday 18th May & Sunday 19th May 2013 Saturday 26th Oct & Sunday 27th Oct 2013 from 10am - 4pm. Brochure HERE
St Ives Show - May 18 and 19, 2013
Where: St Ives Showground, Mona Vale Road, St Ives (between north St Ives and Terrey Hills) Open: 9am – 9pm, Saturday and 9am – 4pm, Sunday Entry: Children $5.00; adults the same price as the kids Parking: Free parking available at the ground. Visit www.stivesshow.com.au or call 02 4579 9436
ONLINE EXHIBITION Sydney's home furnishing stores, 1890-1960
Until the 1960s, Sydney-siders usually 'went to town' to shop for furniture and furnishings for the home. There were dozens of specialist furnishing stores and department stores with furnishing sections in the city centre. Many were concentrated in 'furniture precincts', first along George Street and then from the 1920s around the city circle railway stations and the southern part of Pitt Street.
The decline of home furnishing shopping in central Sydney from the late 1950s was influenced by rising rents, lack of parking and a general population move to the suburbs. Shopping patterns also changed with the development of drive-in suburban shopping centres, the first opening at Top Ryde in November 1957.
A legacy of the city stores is their trade literature such as catalogues and associated ephemera: those used to illustrate this exhibtion are part of the Caroline Simpson Library and Research Collection (CSL&RC) at the Historic Houses Trust of NSW.
Written and researched by Michael Lech, Assistant Curator. August 2007.
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The aim of our group is to bring together people who are interested in woodturning and to assist new members to participate in the craft of woodturning. At the same time we aim to socialise and have fun. We are active in supporting local community groups and charities. We make cash donations as well as donations of toys and equipment made by our members. Come and see us at the Narrabeen RSL Club, Nareen Pde, North Narrabeen. Workshop Open every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday between 9 am and 12 noon. Cost: $2 for insurance & a cuppa (If you want to join there is a $25 yearly subscription fee). Contact: Jack Butler on 9999 4290 or email: johnbutler@optusnet.com.au . Website: https://sites.google.com/site/woodturner60/
AVALON COMPUTER PALS FOR SENIORS
AVPALS is a volunteer organisation dedicated to helping seniors improve their computer skills. Started in 2000 it now has 20+ trainers and many hundreds of students. At a really low cost (about $30 a school term) they can provide one to one training on most matters connected with computing. From the smallest problem (how to hold the mouse!) to much more serious matters, there is a trainer who can help. The training rooms are under the Catholic Church in Avalon and training is conducted Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm. For more information visit AVPALS web site www.avpals.com or or phone 02 8064 3574
SNBSWE is a symphonic wind ensemble that rehearses every Thursday evening during school terms. The band consists of adult amateur and professional musicians who play a wide repertoire of music. If you play an instrument and are looking for a great musical experience with good company, come and see if you like what we do. The Ensemble serves the local Northern Beaches community through regular concerts. It provides opportunities for experienced brass, percussion and woodwind musicians to play high grade symphonic repertoire. The Ensemble allows people to continue playing their instruments after leaving school, therefore giving the experience of music for life. Contact: Denise Morgan 9999 0655. More at: http://www.snbswe.org.au/
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MWPHS - Manly Warringah Pittwater Historical Society - Established 1924
Next meeting When: 11 May 2013, 2.00pm Where: Tramshed Narrabeen Topic: AGM, followed by Gardens on the Peninsula Speaker: Jim Boyce
One of the oldest suburban historical societies in Australia, the Manly, Warringah & Pittwater Historical Society has kept the only continuous record of northern beaches achievements, local historical mementoes, documents and research. Membership: here
Pittwater Camera Club More at: Profile and http://pittwatercameraclub.org/
All Meetings are 7.45 for 8pm - 10pm - BYRA Hall, 1842 Pittwater Road, Bayview Monday May 20 The very popular Janie News joins us again to demonstrate just how she achieves her fantastic images in Photoshop. It's free. Monday June 3 The annual Interclub competition between Pittwater Camera Club and Hornsby Heights Camera Club is on tonight. The competition as always will be fierce. Free for visitors to the club. Monday June 17 DSLR Video Photography has most of us wondering how to achieve great results. Come along and here well respected photographer Pieter de Vries shed light on a very difficult subject. Free for visitors to the club. Monday July 1 This will be a fun night for members. Camera phones are so popular today so Tim Hixson will be joining us to give some valuable tips on using a camera phone – he will then judge our efforts. Visitors are made welcome. Monday July 15 Fire up your laptops and bring them along for this FREE 'Hands On' workshop which is all about 'Photoshop'. For those with limited or no skills this workshop is for you. And if you are more experienced there will be something here for you to learn as well. Practice along with the tutors. Everyone welcome at the FREE workshop. Monday August 5 The topic for tonights competition is ‘Street Photography’. Come along and see what our member ‘photo journalists’ have captured. Free for visitors to the club. Monday August 19 Mastering Textures in Images is the title of tonight’s presentation by Christine Nelson. Free for visitors to the club Monday September 2 The ever popular Len Brown will be our guest judge tonight and the competition topic will be ‘Food’. This should be a delicious evening. Free for visitors to the club. Monday September 16 'It's All About The Light' is the subject of this 'Hands On' workshop. With various lighting means, including soft boxes and other lighting forms we will be learning how to take better images with the use of directional lighting. We will have photographic models on the night so we can practice along with our tutors. This promises to be a great learning curve for us all. And as always it is, free for visitors to the club. Monday October 14 Our members have been given the very hard task of capturing time – without including clocks or other timepieces. Gavin Roberts will determine the winner of this novel competition. Free for visitors to the club. Monday October 28 – TBA November 4 Susan Buchanan joins us as guest judge tonight for our Open competition. Free for visitors to the club. Monday December 3 Tonight the very best images of the year will be on display for you to see. One lucky photographer will be awarded 'Photographer of the Year' and the best projected images, colour and mono prints of the year will also be determined by our well respected photographer and judge, Philip Ramsden. A light supper will be served following the judging.Family, friends and visitors are all welcome.
Our Senior Lecturer, Linn Wiggins, will be running the following 2 one-day workshops between Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June 2013 in Sydney NSW:
Women's Wellbeing & ABFE: This one day workshop will teach a woman how to easily and effectively use the Australian Bush Flower Essences to help her achieve emotional and spiritual balance in the following areas of her life: Menstruation, Relationships, Sexuality, Family Planning, Fertility, Pregnancy and Birthing, Motherhood, Body Image, The Wounded Feminine, The Workplace, Menopause, Common Health issues, Graceful ageing
Graceful Ageing & ABFE: Our Graceful Ageing workshop aims to show you ways to journey through life in an eloquent and graceful way, no matter what your biological age is. We will share with you how a wholistic approach to life and ageing can positively affect your wellbeing and the way you look.
As you move through the cycles of your life you will be confronted with many mental, emotional and spiritual challenges. The storms in life can be an opportunity for you to mature, to deepen your character, find your purpose, and become the best possible version of yourself. Regardless of your years, graceful ageing is mastering the art of progressively redefining yourself in a positive, edifying and mature manner. Your Life is precious. Discover how you can begin to make the most of every day, so your journey can be a more meaningful and enriching everyday experience, throughout all the seasons of your life.
Details for these 2 workshops are:
Venue: Kamaroi Rudolf Steiner School 220 Forest Way, Belrose NSW
Date & Time: Women's Wellbeing & ABFE - Saturday 22nd June 2013 Graceful Ageing & ABFE - Sunday 23rd June 2013 9.30am to 6.00pm (both days) Registration: 9.00am
Contact (For more information or for bookings) Sharon Selvage Phone: (02) 9450 1388 Email: uschi@ausflowers.com.au
Cost: $175.00 per workshop if prepaid by 24th May 2013 (or $199 thereafter). Attend both the Women's Wellbeing and Graceful Ageing & ABFE workshops for the discount price of $325.00 early bird. (Prices include morning/afternoon tea and 10% GST.) Group discounts and other discounts are available.
Narrabeen Lagoon free activities – register now for bushwalks and kayak tour
Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment has organised a series of spectacular events to celebrate the wonders of this beautiful part of Sydney. These activities are FREE but you must register in advance. All participants will receive a free DVD – “Caring for our Catchment” and an informative brochure and map.
Oxford Falls Triangle Sat May 25
This walk is slightly shorter 2.5 -3hrs, however if I can get an agreement with NPWS we will pull out a few weeds adding 30 min, expressing our appreciation of this gorgeous environment. Meet 10am.
Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Transverse Sun Jun 16
.... in midwinter ( without snow or ice). On this favourite walk we cross through an extraordinary variety of vegetation communities and enjoy beautiful views. Meet at 10am next to 27 Morgan Rd, car pool back; allow 4hrs.
Bookings essential. Phone 0432 643 295 or 9451 3231 or email conny.harris@gmail.com
Eco Paddle on Narrabeen Lagoon – Sunday July 28 Tony Carr, President of Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment, will lead this paddle to both Deep and Middle Creeks. The Lagoon supports a wide range of threatened flora and fauna, but is under threat of urban development. Beautiful Deep Creek attracts migratory birds from as far away as Russia and Middle Creek has recently been the subject of a substantial remediation programme. A relaxing 2 to 3 hour paddle. Easy - no previous kayaking experience required, tuition given. BYO boat or hire kayak can be arranged. To register email tonycarr@ozemail.com.au or call 0417 502 056.
REGISTER TO ATTEND - DON’T JUST TURN UP ON THE DAY. NUMBERS ARE LIMITED. Kayaks provided by an organisation independent of Friends.
In Theatres June 7th, 2013.
BOLSHOI BALLET - QUEENSLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE - 30 MAY – 9 JUNE 2013
TICKETS
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U3A Events - No Charge - Open to members of U3A, or prospective members can attend two events prior to joining.
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Pittwater Milestones Trivia Evening - Unravel the Strands of Time- Saturday 18th May, 6.30pm – 10pm ![](http://www.pittwateronlinenews.com/resources/PCA%20Logo.jpg?timestamp=1366428861640)
What interesting stories lie behind your suburb, in Pittwater or along the northern beaches? Have you heard about famous (or infamous) people, whose stories are woven into the rich tapestry of Peninsula history? From the naming of Pittwater by Governor Philip in 1788 to the present day, the fascinating history of the northern beaches is revealed in the story of its people, places and pastimes. Join with Pittwater Community Arts in a fun Trivia Evening to discover our rich, varied history and celebrate significant Milestones in the development of our community. The theme for this year’s National Trust Heritage Festival,Community Milestones, is a celebration of the individuals, communities and their achievements which have become landmarks in the development of the built, natural and cultural environment of our country. Celebrating its own Milestone of 10 years this year, Pittwater Community Arts has each year, participated in the National Trust Heritage Festival by conducting an event in Pittwater which relates to the Festival Theme. Come alone or bring your friends for a fun, interesting evening. There will be tables of 8-10 max; table groups can be arranged on the night. Tea/coffee & light refreshments will be provided during the evening. BYO drinks, glasses & snacks. Bookings essential. Phone Maureen 9913 1474 Date: Saturday 18th May, 6.30pm – 10pm Venue: Newport Community Centre Cost: $10ph. A Raffle will be held on the night.
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Some of Australia's finest perform all the best tracks from the legendary band, STEELY DAN. This is a must see gig which will sell out. Tickets $25 Showtime 8.30pm
The Mitchell Library - State Library of NSW
Discover the curiosities of our amazing collections and historic Mitchell building direct to your mobile device.
Mitchell Building Discovery Tour delves into the rich history of the Mitchell building with stories about its founders, builders and benefactors, and the many fascinating objects it contains.
AMAZE: The Michael Crouch Gallery features 60 incredibly rare and often quirky objects from the Sir William Dixson collection, including the only known pirated copy of Charles Dickens’ Pickwick Club, 1838.
The Greatest Wonder of the World exhibition tour - includes interviews with curator Alan Davies about this internationally significant collection of 19th century photographs of goldfield life in NSW and Victoria, including little-known stories not featured in the exhibition.
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Avalon Beach RSL
HEATS HAVE STARTED!!! - EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 8:30PM. HEATS FROM SAT 6TH APRIL TO SAT 8TH JUNE. VENUE FINAL SAT 15TH JUNE
Are you Australia's next singing sensation? - Now's your chance to get noticed! Starting in April, Avalon Beach RSL Club will be holding heats for the Karaoke World Championships.
There are weekly prizes, venue prizes, state prizes & the national prize: Airfares to Finland to represent Australia at the KWC 2013 World Finals, accommodation, $2,000 spending money & more FOR ALL THE DETAILS PLUS TERMS & CONDITIONS PLEASE CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE KWC WEBSITE.
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MUM ENTREPRENEURS INVITES YOU Our Next Event: 7th May 2013 from 7.30pm
Top 3 habits of Vital Business Women and how they will sky-rocket your success. Our Guest Speaker is Angela Counsel, Naturopath & Mumpreneur from The Ambaa Tree
Learn how to juggle the needs of your business, your family and still have time to spoil yourself. Understand the role eating well in being able to achieve success in your business and in your health. Recognise the changes that YOU need to make for your life and your business to be successful. Reclaim your enthusiasm for your life, your business and your family
PLUS Mastermind session - a great way to share your business with other like minded women and also get tip and ideas to help you take the next step in your business. Cost: $25 per Guest Ticket or $15 for ME Member. Book Here
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Until Thursday 31 December 2015 All kinds of crimes could get you a job on Macquarie Street … Explore Australia’s convict history at the World Heritage-listed Hyde Park Barracks. Learn about the forced transportation of convicts, their daily lives and how they built the colony. Wander the streets of 1820s Sydney on our giant map, try on a set of leg-irons, lie in a convict hammock, look for your relatives on the convict database, and discover the intriguing stories of some of the 50,000 convicts who passed through the barracks doors between 1819 and 1848. Bring your kids for dress-ups and our convicts Kids' Trail. Hyde Park Barracks is a World Heritage site. Address: Queens Square, Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Contact: 02 8239 2311 Admission: Adult $10, Child/Concession $5, Family $20, Members free. 10am-5pm daily.
PUBLIC SYDNEY: STOP, LOOK, LIVE!
All around you in Sydney’s public spaces people are doing the most unexpected things. This exhibition celebrates the unusual stories of the city’s public buildings, parks and street corners, and may answer some of your burning questions about strange things you have seen happening in our shared spaces. Explore some of our most loved sites – Bennelong Point, the Museum of Sydney, Hyde Park, Central Station and Town Hall – and see how we, the public, are shaping them. Discover what a handmade cedar coffin, a silver trowel and an ASIO surveillance picture can tell you about the remarkable history of Town Hall, or what a 2-tonne cannon has to do with the iconic Sydney Opera House. Tell us your stories – online and in the exhibition – and share the things that make you stop, look, and embrace life in your public spaces. Alongside the exhibition, this blog will explore the public spaces of Sydney,.
Sponsor: The Sydney Morning Herald Museum of Sydney Saturday 30 March - Sunday 8 September 2013 Address: Corner Phillip and Bridge Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000 Contact: 02 9251 5988 or for Education bookings: 8313 5612 Admission: Adult $10 I Child/Concession $5 | Family $20 | Members free | Hours: Open daily 10am — 5pm | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day Photo: Playing lacrosse in The Rocks, 2012. Photograph © James Horan
TRUSTWORDS – SYDNEY WRITERS' FESTIVAL: THURSDAY
A co-presentation with Sydney Writers’ Festival, Trustwords is a vibrant and engaging talks program. 10am – 11am Public Sydney – Chair: Fenella Kernebone Public places are essential to a democratic society; yet they are often contested and marginalised. The authors of the new book Public Sydney: drawing the city will discuss in detail the physical form and meaning of our public places, from their origins, through sometimes remarkable changes, to their roles in contemporary life. The talk will be richly illustrated with exquisite scale drawings, photographs and rare maps from the book, which describe and celebrate the public buildings, rooms and spaces of central Sydney. 1pm – 2pm Shaping Public Sydney – Chair: Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon Sydney is a city of phenomenal change. Since its beginnings as a colonial outpost, Sydney has quickly grown to be a powerful contender on the global stage. Former Government Architect Peter Mould and City Historian Lisa Murray discuss the various factors that have influenced Sydney’s development – including how economics, power and the changing role of government have shaped our public values – with Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon, HHT Assistant Director, Creative Services. 3pm – 4pm Designer Suburbs – Chair: Ian Innes In the 1950s, 60s and 70s architects such as Harry Seidler, Ken Woolley, Michael Dysart and Graeme Gunn took high-end design to the suburbs. Backed by Pettit & Sevitt, Merchant Builders and other project builders, architects created small, simple houses that transformed the look of suburbia. Today, the distance between architects and the suburbs has never been greater, with Australia’s super-sized, energy-guzzling project homes the world’s biggest. What can we learn from the designer homes of the postwar years? See also Sydney Writers' Festival program for Friday 24 May: Bowerbird – Sibella Court & Karen McCartney Collectomania: from Objects of Desire to Magnificent Obsession – Claudia Chan Shaw & Dr Sophie Lieberman For further program details The Mint Thursday 23 May: 10am - 11am, 1pm - 2pm & 3pm - 4pm Free event | Bookings not required Location:10 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
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Storytime for preschoolers Held every Wednesday morning at Avalon Library 10:30am - 11am
Avalon Library Storytime is held every Wednesday morning from 10.30am at the Library. Hear stories, listen to music and enjoy craft activities. Sessions run for between 30 and 40 minutes. Suitable for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years of age. Venue: 59A Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon (above the Recreation Centre). Cost: Free however bookings are essential. Bookings: Phone: 9918 3013 or email avalonlibrary@ozemail.com.au
Storytime at Mona Vale Library Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Mornings, 10- 10.45am
Mona Vale Library Storytime is held three mornings per week during school terms. Hear stories, sing songs and enjoy craft activities. Sessions run for approximately 45 minutes. Suitable for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years of age. Venue: Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St, Mona Vale. Cost: Free. No bookings required
Pittwater RSL
MOTHERS DAY Seafood Smorgasbord Sunday 12th May 2013 in the Auditorium 12noon - 2.30pm Members - $55 Non-Members - $60 Kids (10years and under) - $15 * Peninsula Grill open for lunch and dinner - BOOK NOW!
EZIO DE ANGELIS - Australian Psychic of the Year! Wednesday 22nd May 2013, 7.30pm in the AuditoriumAll Tickets - $35 - BOOK NOW!
JAMES MORRISON - Saturday 15th June 2013
Doors open 7pm Dinner 7.30pm Show 8pm - Members - $70 Non-Members - $75 Show Only - $40
Australian National Maritime Museum
Vivid Sydney, the countdown begins 24 May - 10 June For the first time, the museum will light up as part of the exciting Vivid Sydney program. Inspired by upcoming exhibition East of India - Forgotten trade with Australia, our rooftop will come alive with the colours of India. Stay up late Join us every Friday and Saturday night during Vivid for DJs, bands, bar and Indian-inspired flavours at Yots cafe`. For a full program, visit our website http://www.anmm.gov.au/vivid
East of India – Forgotten trade with Australia Opens 1 June In an Australian first, this exhibition explores our colonial links with India, the power and monopoly of the English East India Company and its subsequent decline. Featuring objects from international collections including the Victoria & Albert Museum, British Museum, and the Royal Collection. http://www.anmm.gov.au/india
Family fun day: Excellent Endeavour Sunday 19 May | 11 am - 3 pm Uncover the stories behind our tall ship HMB Endeavour replica in a day of family fun. Learn seamanship skills, build your own paper tall ship in Kids on Deck or take part in interactive performances and character tours. For ages 5 - 14 years and adults $10 child, $10 adult, $45 family Includes HMB Endeavour, family fun day activities and galleries. FREE for members. http://www.anmm.gov.au/events
Talks & tours We have some fascinating talks and tours happening this month - from maritime archaeology to Antarctic expedition, there's sure to be something to spark your interest. Day tour: Fort Scratchley and Newcastle Maritime Museum - 16 May Talk: World War 1 at sea - 19 May Talk: Michael AW, Antarctic expedition leader - 26 May Cruise: Japanese midget submarine attack anniversary - 31 May Book online http://www.anmm.gov.au/events
Exhibition: Elysium Antarctic Visual Epic Open until 3 November
In 2010 a team of wildlife photographers, filmmakers and scientists embarked on an expedition from the Antarctic Peninsula to South Georgia. This stunning photographic exhibition captures the expedition, life above and below the ice, and the magnificence of this great wilderness. Related event Talk: Michael AW, Antarctic expedition leader - 26 May http://www.anmm.gov.au/elysium
Exhibition: Rescue Open until 14 July Search and rescue operations take place every minute, every hour, every day, all around the world. From the air to the sea and on land, responsive operations are lifelines to many people in times of need. But what does a rescue scenario really involve? Find out in this hands-on exhibition. http://www.anmm.gov.au/rescue
MAHJONG - AVALON ACTIVE SENIORS GROUP
Avalon Active Seniors Group Invites experienced Mahjong players to join a new group. Thursdays 1-3pm: $2.00 per session at Avalon Recreation Centre. Phone Julie: 0403 820 261.
Barrenjoey Lighthouse Tours
Every Sunday, throughout the day, from 11am to 3pm. Tours take approx 30 mins. Phone 9472 9300 on the day to check tours are going ahead. Meeting place: Meet at the top (steep and hard 20-minute walk on uneven ground) at the keeper's cottage. Cost: $5 adults, $2 children.
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