History Walk
The Inner West - Newtown

Join the Sisters with the renowned historian Robert French of Sydney’s Pride History Group and make a perambulation of the area.

Delve into the history of the Inner West focusing on the Newtown area of Sydney's gay and lesbian communtiy with expert commentary as well as personal reminiscences by the Sisters and members of the gathered faithful.  Come and join in the fun!

Our perambulation this year will conclude at Victoria Park, Camperdown where you will be able to enjoy all the fun of the fair, Fair Day that is!

Wear sensible shoes and a hat and of course be prepared for the weather.
The walk should take approximately two hours.

When:Sunday 21st February 2016
Meeting Point:Small Park on the corner of Alice & King Street South, Newtown
Assembly Time:10:00 am for a 10:15 am start

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Fair Day
Victoria Park - Camperdown

"Every year, more than 80,000 people descend on Victoria Park to prove that in the LGBTQI community, family is whatever you want it to be."

Keep a lookout for the Sister's as you enjoy this much loved community event held in the beautiful Victoria Park, Camperdown.

The Sisters will arrive at the park at the conclusion of the annual History Walk which this year will focus on the Newtown area of the Inner West. They will perambulate the park throughout the afternoon distributing much sort after "Blessings & Indulgences".

"Fair Day is a smorgasbord of fun for all ages and tastes. A full day of live performances on the main stage, roaming drag talent, community stalls, kids activities, entertainment, fabulous gourmet food, plenty of opportunities for retail therapy, the Fitness First Zone, and of course the world famous Doggywood for our pampered pooches – all at the one and only Fair Day." [Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras]

When: Sunday 21st February 2016
10:00am to 8:00pm
Where: Victoria Park, Camperdown
Access Points: Broadway and City Road

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Start the day with a relaxing ferry ride on beautiful Sydney Harbour and then spend the day exploring the delights of our native flora and fauna, especially our keepers, as the Sisters of the Sydney House of the Order of Perpetual Indulgence take you on an informative and sometimes slightly twisted wander through the beautiful grounds of Taronga Zoo.

This is a fully-escorted tour, including a meet and greet with some of our local denizens. At midday you'll experience the amazing Free-flight Bird Show.
At the conclusion of this show the sisters thank the volunteers and collect donations for the zoo. At this point there can be an opportunity to explore a vocation with the Sisters at lunch!

It is always recommended by the Sisters that you continue your own perambulation of the zoo as there is so much to explore.

Wear sensible shoes, bring water, sunscreen and of course a sense of humour!

When:

Meeting Point:

OR

Meet inside the top (Main) entrance at the Zoo a bit before 10:00 a.m.

Cost:

Ferry fare, Zoo entrance, and food
(About $60-$70 all up).

A combined ferry/zoo pass is the way to go. $52.00 and
$34.50 concession.
Purchase these on the day, at the Ferry Terminal.
The Zoo Walk will go ahead rain hail or shine.
More Information:
http://taronga.org.au/taronga-zoo/visitor-information/hours-and-rates

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