Our Russia Morning Tea host is SWIC member Maria Brookes. Maria was born in Moscow, Russia, and lived there during the political changes of perestroika, the start of the market economy and the collapse of the USSR. Although Maria has been living outside of Russia for over 20 years, she still has family and friends in Moscow […]
The walk starts at the Wentworth Park light rail station and continues around Blackwattle Bay and Rozelle Bay, finishing at Jubilee Park. This walk has an even path and few steps and is very relaxing, taking in the views of the harbour, the Anzac, Glebe and Sydney Harbour bridges, and surroundings. A stop at the […]
Modern Australian café food, with seasonal wholesome products served by friendly staff. DATE: Thursday 16 August 2018 TIME: 12noon – 2.00pm VENUE: 5Loaves 2Fish Café, 17 Grosvenor St, Neutral Bay 2089 COST: Around $25. Please bring cash; no split bills PAYMENT OPTIONS: Payable on the day RSVP TO: Nola Holland at [email protected] RSVP BY: 14 August […]
SWIC is delighted to offer members the opportunity to take an Art Class with renowned Sydney artist and teacher Vicki Ratcliff. Vicki was recently awarded Winner of the Best in Show at the Australian Society of Miniature Art 2018 National Awards. Last year SWIC members were fortunate to visit Vicki’s studio (while on the Pittwater […]
Discover a hidden universe. The hidden mysteries and secrets of Ancient Freemasonry. A collection spanning over 200 years and including the Archives, Museum, Gallery and Library of the Freemasons of Australia, all housed in a building considered the finest example of Brutalist Architecture in the Southern Hemisphere. DATE: Thursday 23 August 2018 TIME: 11.00am to […]
Keen to find out more about early Australian settler history? Join us for the latest Go Saturday adventure which will start at 'The Rocks Discovery Museum' housed in a restored 1850s sandstone warehouse. Exhibitions here will allow you to delve into The Rocks checked past before we have afternoon tea at the 'Tea Cosy', a […]
VENUE: Dendy Quays Cinema (between Circular Quay and the Opera House) COST: Please buy your ticket when you arrive at the theatre RSVP: Iolanda Capodanno and Grace Mroz are the new Movie Group Convenors but there is no need to RSVP - just come along. Meet before the film in the foyer of the cinema APRES FILM […]
Drink where the locals drink at Sydney spirits and cocktail bar, ‘Grain’ Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney. ‘Grain’ celebrates the fine craft of drinking, with a neighbourhood bar atmosphere, an extensive menu of boutique beers, carefully-crafted cocktails, one of Australia’s largest whisky selections, and some of Sydney’s best bar food. Come on in and meet the team […]
Boronia House was built in 1885. It is a mansion built in the Victorian style and is heritage listed. The High Tea experience includes a selection of light breads, sophisticated savoury bites, homemade scones with double cream and jam, delightful desserts and cakes. Served with a choice of a T2 tea or coffee. DATE: Thursday […]
Important Notice Jenny and Sue are both away for this walk and Elizabeth Gordon has kindly agreed to lead it. The Meadowbank to Parramatta Walk commences at Meadowbank Ferry Wharf, and follows the northern side of the Parramatta River passing through a number of parks and reserves, under Silverwater Bridge and on to Rydalmere (John […]