The New Year has arrived and there’s plenty to do to keep the celebrations rolling! With clear skies and warm weather, now is a great time to get out and about. This week there’s a range of events on offer, designed to get you up and active and making the most of the summer season!
ALL HANDS ON UKELELE, Thursday 12 January (Five Dock)
Get the kids out of the house these school holidays and down to Five Dock Library to give the ukulele a go! This practical workshop will be presented by award-winning musician Tom Harding, who will make sure everyone has a go getting acquainted with the fun and popular instrument. And who knows, you may bring home a musical pro!
Price: Free
Location: Five Dock Library, 4-12 Garfield Street, Five Dock NSW 2046
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UB40 WITH ALI, ASTRO AND MICKEY, Thursday 12 January (Newtown)
Famous international reggae-pop act UB40 is making a stopover in Australia amidst their successful tour of the U.S. and Canada, to perform their greatest hits at the iconic Enmore Theatre. Guaranteed to draw a packed crowd, the recently reunited band is fronted by original member Ali Campbell, who will play alongside Astro and Mickey Virtue to bring you a night of classic music and a lively atmosphere you won’t forget!
Price: From $99
Location: Enmore Theatre, 118-132 Enmore Road, Newtown NSW 2042
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KARAOKE AT THE CONNECTION, Friday 13 January (Rhodes)
Why waste your vocal talent in the shower when you can show off your skills at Karaoke night? This event is held at The Connection, Rhodes’ multi-purpose community hub, designed to bring local residents together. So, get ready to hit some high notes and belt out your favourite sing-a-long tunes for a night filled with music, laughs and socialising. You may even find a partner for a duet!
Price: $10
Location: The Event Space, The Connection, 30 Shoreline Drive, Rhodes NSW 2138
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MAKE A ZINE: RISO EDITION, Sunday 15 January (Marrickville)
Get your creativity flowing at a zine workshop! Run by professional artist Jo Ellis, you’ll be taught the ins and outs of creating your own small book, magazine or comic. The class will take you through the entire process of zine-making, from developing themes and designs to using the Risograph to print the final product. You’ll walk out of the three-hour session with ten copies of your zine to show off your artistic talent to family and friends!
Price: General $49.00 | Bring a Friend $39.00
Location: The Rizzeria Marrickville, 2/359 Illawarra Road, Marrickville NSW 2204
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SUMMERAMA: WONDERFUL WETLANDS, Tuesday 17 January (Annandale)
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Nestled in Annandale, Whites Creek Valley Park is home to its own wetlands that perform the role of filtering stormwater as it passes through to Rozelle Bay and Sydney Harbour. Alongside this, the wetlands freshwater environment is the perfect habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The Summerama tour of the wetlands is the perfect chance to get to know more about this spectacular natural beauty as you spot frogs, turtles, birds and other native creatures.
Price: Free
Location: Whites Creek Wetlands, Piper Street, Annandale NSW 2038
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