Sat August 25, 2018
Armenian Film Festival 2018
25/08/2018 @ 12:00 am
Bringing you the best of Armenian films from around the globe. The festival is now in its 3rd year and will feature 15 films over two weekends from 17 to 26 August 2018, including comedy, drama, documentaries and shorts. For further information about the festival, including the festival program and ticketing, please visit the festival website located at www.affsydney.com.
Pilates in Eden Gardens, Macquarie Park
25/08/2018 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am
Join Anja from Go For Fit, for a Pilates class in the garden! Anja’s pilates classes have been developed by physiotherapists and focus on correct movements and breathing to deliver optimum results. Pilates is a much-loved form of exercise and is a perfect way to start the day with its stress relieving and calming benefits whilst also being active enough to energise for the day’s activities. The classes are structured to be suitable for a range of fitness levels and abilities and exercises are easily adapted to individual requirements.
Classes run at 7.30am in the gardens every Saturday morning from February 3rd with the last class being March 24th.
In the event of wet weather, classes will be held under cover.
Just bring a mat and water bottle and enjoy!
Pyrmont Growers Market
25/08/2018 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
The Pyrmont Growers Market offers unique gourmet produce and top quality fresh food straight from the field and farm. Produced and operated by Pyrmont Ultimo Chamber of Commerce and proudly supported by The Star, our market is a green, sustainable, and relaxed community focused event.
Producers will offer a range of products and produce including organic meat, smoked fish, fresh fish, organic fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, fresh coconuts, dips, pates, nuts, spices, jams, herbs, handmade chocolates, mushrooms, cheese, cakes, pastries, a large variety of breads, wild flowers, organic coffee, gluten free sausages, olive oil, balsamic vinegars, freshly made pasta, bacon and eggs, a selection of hot foods and of course gourmet doggy treats!
More Info: http://pyrmontgrowersmarket.com.au
Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival, Auburn Botanic Gardens
25/08/2018 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Set against the made-for-Instagram canvas of blooming Cherry Blossoms in the Japanese Gardens, the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival runs from Friday 17 August – Sunday 26 August 2018 at the Auburn Botanic Gardens.
The 2018 Sydney Cherry Blossom promises to be the biggest and best yet, with crowds expected to eclipse last year’s 90,000 visitors and a suite of new attractions, events and major sponsors.
In addition to wandering around the gardens, you can also enjoy:
Opening Night VIP Party ($15, limited tickets available)
• Night blossom viewing
• Tsuru food truck
• Sake and Japanese craft beer
• ABBAN (JPN) Live in concert
Hanami Weekend 1 & 2
• Stadium Sumo
• Hello Kitty Make Over Bar
• Cherry Blossom Food Village
• Izakaya Bar
• The Zen Garden experience
• SMASH! Cosplay Catwalk Show
• Cherry Blossom Food Village
There’s also a:
• Garden Day with Costa – Tuesday 21 August
• Kids Day presented by SCOOT – Wednesday 22 August
• Seniors Day – Thursday 23 August
Tickets $5 – buy them here.
Eastwood Public School Spring Fair
25/08/2018 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Eastwood Public Schools Annual Spring Fair Saturday 25th August, 10am – 4pm.
Food and goods stalls, rides and live entertainment.
This event draws thousands every year and is one you and your family wouldn’t want to miss!
Bedlam Bay Community Gardening, Gladesville Hospital
25/08/2018 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Bring your family and friends along to help us with the next stage in restoring small bird habitat in Bedlam Bay, an important link in a habitat corridor along the lower Parramatta River.
Small native birds need suitable resting places between bushland areas in order to move around safely. You can help them survive by planting native shrubs and groundcovers that will become their protective habitat havens.
Please wear closed shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Tools and gloves will be provided.
LOCATION: Meet at Bedlam Oval near the toilet block in the Gladesville Hospital grounds, enter via the Punt Rd gate next to the Police Station.
CONTACT NAME: Jackie D’Arcy
PHONE: 0407953139
Eastwood Night Markets
25/08/2018 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
A weekly night market perfect for the family located in Eastwood Plaza every Saturday from 4.00pm to 10.00pm. Enjoy cultural food delights such as Chinese, Thai, Taiwanese, Malaysian, Wood Fire Pizza, Gelato and many more. Shop the stalls including different products every week and a big variety of pot plants to choose from.
Children can enjoy a jumping castle and fishing games every week.
More info here: https://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Events/Listing/Eastwood-Night-Markets
Sun August 26, 2018
Armenian Film Festival 2018
26/08/2018 @ 12:00 am
Bringing you the best of Armenian films from around the globe. The festival is now in its 3rd year and will feature 15 films over two weekends from 17 to 26 August 2018, including comedy, drama, documentaries and shorts. For further information about the festival, including the festival program and ticketing, please visit the festival website located at www.affsydney.com.
Tramsheds Growers Markets - Every Sunday!
26/08/2018 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Head to Tramsheds every Sunday for their Growers Markets from 8am-2pm!
In collaboration with Bodega 1904, the weekly Growers Markets feature a selection of seasonal fruit and veg from a selection of our favourite growers, sustainable products from community providores and a changing schedule of workshops and masterclasses featuring winemakers, cheesemakers, chefs, authors and artists.
Each Sunday there will be live entertainment from local musicians as well as special activities for the kids to enjoy!
Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival, Auburn Botanic Gardens
26/08/2018 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Set against the made-for-Instagram canvas of blooming Cherry Blossoms in the Japanese Gardens, the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival runs from Friday 17 August – Sunday 26 August 2018 at the Auburn Botanic Gardens.
The 2018 Sydney Cherry Blossom promises to be the biggest and best yet, with crowds expected to eclipse last year’s 90,000 visitors and a suite of new attractions, events and major sponsors.
In addition to wandering around the gardens, you can also enjoy:
Opening Night VIP Party ($15, limited tickets available)
• Night blossom viewing
• Tsuru food truck
• Sake and Japanese craft beer
• ABBAN (JPN) Live in concert
Hanami Weekend 1 & 2
• Stadium Sumo
• Hello Kitty Make Over Bar
• Cherry Blossom Food Village
• Izakaya Bar
• The Zen Garden experience
• SMASH! Cosplay Catwalk Show
• Cherry Blossom Food Village
There’s also a:
• Garden Day with Costa – Tuesday 21 August
• Kids Day presented by SCOOT – Wednesday 22 August
• Seniors Day – Thursday 23 August
Tickets $5 – buy them here.
Wildflower Art and Garden Festival, St Ives
26/08/2018 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
See Sydney in full bloom! Australian natives are some of the most striking flowers in the world. The 50-year-old Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden in St Ives is home to thousands of beautiful native wildflowers.
The Garden is at its botanical best each Spring. To give everyone the chance to see the visual splendour of the change of season, the Garden hosts the Wildflower Art and Garden Festival in August each year.
Escape from the city for a fantastic day of floral admiration at the Festival!
When: Sunday 26 August, 9am to 4pm.
Where: Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives (entry off Richmond Avenue).
Free parking on site or catch the 197 Forest bus from Gordon station.
Admission is free.
2018 Festival highlights
Take in the hues and views and experience these other Festival favourites:
- Huge native plant sale – a range of affordable plants on sale, cultivated by Australian native plant specialists.
- Wildflower growing expert advice – The Australian Plant Society (North Shore Group) volunteers will be on hand to offer plant-specific tips to help you grow your own Australian natives at home.
- Wildflower bouquets & posies – with their vivid blooms and textured leaves, Australian natives are a knockout. Welcome some Spring into your own home by grabbing a stunning arrangement of waratahs, banksias, gum blossoms, kangaroo paws and more.
- Guided walks through the gardens – soak up some of the Wildflower Garden’s history and best-kept secrets.
- Feast on food from fabulous local vendors.
- Enjoy browsing unique gifts such as clothing and jewellery from hand-picked stall holders.
- Sculpture Walk- as you roam the beautiful bushland surroundings, see impressive art sculptures created by talented local artists in the Festival’s public art competition. Each year, the sculptures visually reflect the uniqueness of the Australian bush landscape by using sustainable materials.
- Snap your favourite sculpture on Instagram for your chance to go in the running to win $500
- Family fun – children can enjoy free pond dip netting, craft workshops and see live native animal presentations.
- Live music performances from community groups.
- More activities to be announced soon!
Sydney Italian Wine + Food Festival, Everleigh
26/08/2018 @ 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
When: Sunday 26th August 2018, 10.00am-6.30pm
Where: Doltone House @ Australian Technology Park – Bays 10-14, 2 Locomotive Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015
(Next door to Carriageworks, 200m from Redfern Station)
Australia’s favourite artisanal Italian festival is back. Just as the appeal of Italian food runs from street-style pizza-fun for the whole family to fresh-pasta finery for the connoisseur, the festival has food and drink, entertainment and information to suit everyone from spaghetti-loving kids to the most engaged Italian-speaking wine lover.
Journey through Italy with over 200 wines to taste, meet winemakers and importers, or attend an Italian wine masterclass curated by our team. Feast on pizza, pasta and Italian snacks in our pop-up restaurants, while Sydney’s top Italian chefs share their joy for cooking on the main stage. Taste your way through the Italian market, sip on an authentic Italian cocktail from the Negroni Bar and relax in the festival wine gardens.
The festival is all about celebrating wine, food and culture together in inimitable Italian style
BUY TICKETS here: http://www.italianwinefoodfestival.com.au/sydney/sydney-tickets/
Superhero Sundays – The Ranch
26/08/2018 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
SUPERHERO SUNDAY!
On the First Sunday of every month, Ranchies Kids Club members get a special visit from our superhero friends! Mums and Dads be sure to bring your camera along as the kids dress up as their favourite superhero!
Superhero Appearances are between 12-2pm.
For more info click here.