Sydney Womens International Club

Art & Culture - Guided Architectural and History Tour of Marrickville Library and Pavilion (WAITLIST)
2021-04-20 10:30 - 11:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Marrickville Library & Pavilion, Patyegarang Place, 313 Marrickville Road, Marrickville, Sydney, NSW, 2204, Australia
Marrickville Library and Pavilion was the recipient of the greatly anticipated National Trust 2020 Judges’ Choice Award – Adaptive Reuse. It has a remarkable history and both the exterior and interior are architecturally significant. To quote Mayor Darcy Byrne (Inner West Council) “This beautiful public facility is more than a Library; it is a new town square for Marrickville”. The building integrates contemporary design and technology with the original, conserved heritage elements of the main hospital building. It is uncompromising with regards to sustainability, with recycled elements wherever possible and clever design features that reduce energy consumption.
Don’t miss out on this special Art & Culture event. Book early as numbers are restricted to 15 members.
Marrickville Library is situated on land that was home to the Gadigal and Wangal Peoples of the Eora Nation.
Organisation for Attending this Art & Culture Event during Covid -19.
Step1:
Members email an RSVP to the Convenor to determine availability. Important: Provide your Mobile contact number and Post Code for Covid Tracing. We will always try to get back to you in 24 hours so if you haven’t heard please contact us again.
Step 2:
On advice from the Convenor re availability, the Member’s place on the tour is confirmed.
Places on this tour are strictly limited to 15 members. In all likelihood there will be a Waitlist so please advise the Convenor as early as possible if you find that you are unable to attend.
Do not give your place to another member. All members attending must register with the Convenor and provide Covid tracing Information.
DATE: Tuesday 20 April 2021
TIME: Meet outside the main door of the Library no later than 10.25am for the 10.30– 11.30am tour. Our guide will meet us there.
VENUE: Marrickville Library and Pavilion, Patyegarang Place, 313 Marrickville Road, Marrickville, NSW 2204 (corner of Marrickville and Livingstone Roads).
COST: Nil
RSVP TO: Kay Nicholas Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or Mobile: 0438 469 044
RSVP BY: 10 April 2021
Brunch: There is a delightful ‘Hole in the Wall Café’ in the Library grounds. Please join us after the tour. Card only.
TRANSPORT: By Car– there is limited parking in the public car park under the Library (enter from Livingston Road, Marrickville) or unrestricted parking in nearby streets
By Train –Marrickville Train Station is on the Bankstown line – it is approximately a seven- minute walk.

Rummikub
2021-04-16 13:00 - 16:00, 2021-04-09 13:00 - 16:00 | NSW
Rummikub is an exciting and fun game, just right for exercising the little grey cells in our brains and making new friends. If you don’t know the game, it has a bit in common with the card game Rummy. It is very simple to learn, has lots of twists, and quickly becomes addictive!
Beginners are welcome and there is no need to bring your own game. It is possible to play Rummikub with different numbers of people in one game.
We are alternating between holding Rummikub at the Kirribilli Club in Lavender Bay and in Catherine’s home in Cremorne. Generally, we will play at the Club on the 1st and 3rd weeks of the month and at home on the 2nd week of the month. We keep the 4th week free.
DATE: Fridays
TIME: 1.00pm – 4.00pm
VENUE: 1st and 3rd week: The Kirribilli Club, 11 Harbourview Crescent, Lavender Bay
2nd week: 64 Ellalong Rd, Cremorne
RSVP TO: Catherine Marsh and Beatrice de Lucey at rummikubswic@gmail.com
For changes on the day, please text or ring Catherine on 0406 423 304
RSVP BY: Thursday morning before play on Friday
TRANSPORT: Parking is available at The Kirribilli Club. Milsons Point is the closest train station, a 7-minute walk. See website for further details: https://www.kirribilliclub.com.au/

Cafe Society - 16 Ft Skiff Club, Spit Bridge
2021-04-15 12:00 - 14:00 | 16 Ft Skiff Club, 237 Spit Road, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
DATE: Thursday, 15 April 2021
TIME: 12.00pm – 2.00pm
VENUE: Middle Harbour 16 Foot Skiff Club (Skiffies), 237 Spit Road, Mosman NSW 2088
COST: Please remember to bring at least $35. We have to pay separately for our lunches. And please remember your name badge.
RSVP TO: Penny Murray at penny.m@me.com or on 0409 867 776
RSVP BY: 7 April 2021
TRANSPORT: There is paid street parking in the locality as well as Spit West and East car parks. Any bus travelling to Manly (144), Warringah Mall, or towards Palm Beach (199) will stop across the road from the club.

International Morning Tea - Hong Kong (WAITLIST)
2021-04-13 10:30 - 12:00 | 12 Noble Street, Mosman, 12 Noble Street, Mosman, Sydney, New South Wales, 2088, Australia
Our next international morning tea will take you to Hong Kong, ‘the pearl of the Orient’ where East meets West.
Committee member, Maria Brookes, spent over seven years living in Hong Kong, including during the times of SARS, umbrella revolution and pro-democracy movement. She will talk about her experiences and treat members to some signature HK delicacies.
DATE: Tuesday 13 April 2021
TIME: 10.30am – 12.00pm
VENUE: At Maria’s home, 12 Noble Street, Mosman NSW 2088
RSVP TO: mariabrookes1973@gmail.com
RSVP BY: 7 April 2021
TRANSPORT: Buses to Spit Junction, Mosman, followed by a 10 minute walk; ferries to Mosman Bay then bus 230; free street parking available in the area

Singles' Sunday Brunch - 'Little Jean', Double Bay (WAITLIST)
2021-04-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Little Jean, 1/1 Kiaora Lane Double Bay, NSW, 2028, Australia
If you fancy delicious food, great coffee and interesting company, join us once a month to explore Sydney’s vibrant café scene whilst making new friends.
DATE: Sunday 11 April 2021
TIME: 10.00am – 11.30am
VENUE: Little Jean, 1/1 Kiaora Lane, Double Bay, NSW 2028
COST: Individuals to pay for themselves on the day
RSVP TO: Lou-anne Folder at singlessundaybrunch@gmail.com by 4 April 2021
NB: If you RSVP and then change your mind, it is imperative that you contact Lou-anne at least a couple of days in advance, as many restaurants will charge for ‘no shows’. Similarly, you must RSVP if you wish to come; you cannot just turn up on the day.
TRANSPORT:
Bus
Catch Bus 325 to Watsons Bay from the following stops:

Wynyard Station, Kent St, Stand V depart at 9:23am
QVB in York St Stand A at 9:29am
Town Hall Station in Park St Stand G at 9:31

Alight at the corner of Knox St and New South Head Rd in Double Bay. Cross New South Head Road, walk to the corner of Manning Rd, turn left into Manning Rd, then first left into Kiaora Lane.
Car
Parking should be available in the Woolworths carpark next door to ‘Little Jean’.

Challenging Walk - Bondi to Maroubra
2021-04-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Bondi Icebergs, 1 Notts Ave, Bondi Beach, Sydney, NSW, 2026, Australia
Please join us as we enjoy this picturesque walk offering fantastic views of the cliffs and beaches all the way from Bondi to Maroubra. Our path follows the cliff tops and beaches past Bondi, Bronte, Clovelly, Coogee and onto Maroubra. The walk will be around 11kms and will include a number of stairs especially between Bondi and Coogee.
DATE: Tuesday 6 April 2021
TIME: 9.00am – 12.00pm approximately
VENUE: We will meet at 9.00am at Bondi Icebergs, 1 Notts Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
RSVP TO: Elizabeth Gordon at melizabethgordon@gmail.com or 0467 676 990
RSVP BY: Saturday 4 April 2021
TRANSPORT: There is a variety of public transport options to Bondi. Full details will be provided to those who RSVP.

EASTER MONDAY
2021-04-05 | NSW

EASTER SUNDAY
2021-04-04 | NSW

GOOD FRIDAY
2021-04-02 | NSW

Go Saturday - White Rabbit Gallery
2021-03-27 14:00 - 16:00 | The White Rabbit Gallery, 30 Balfour Street, Chippendale, Sydney, NSW, 2008, Australia
Calling all contemporary art lovers: the time has come to indulge the senses with a visit to one of the world’s most significant collections of Chinese contemporary art.
The White Rabbit Gallery, housed in a former Rolls-Royce service depot, was established by philanthropist Judith Neilson with the belief that ‘art should belong to all.’ This delightful museum houses works from a variety of Chinese and Taiwanese artists of which only a small fraction can be on display at one time.
After visiting this gallery join ‘Go Saturday’ for a serene visit to the onsite ‘Teahouse’ to sample an array of fine Chinese teas or perhaps even sate your appetite with home-made dumplings.
DATE: Saturday 27 March 2021
TIME: Meet at 2.00pm
RSVP: By Wednesday 24 March 2021
RSVP TO: Sian Ware at sianware1@gmail.com
VENUE: The White Rabbit Gallery, 30 Balfour St, Chippendale, NSW 2008
COST: Free
Website https://judithneilsonprojects.com.au/project/white-rabbit-gallery

Monthly Activity - Oldest & Newest – The Rocks and Barangaroo Architecture Walk (WAITLIST)
2021-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Barangaroo Reserve, Hickson Rd, Barangaroo, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Stroll with the expert architect through the hilly terrain of Sydney’s oldest suburb, The Rocks and see how heritage and contemporary architecture co-exist in harmony.
In this two-hour walk, you will discover much more about Sydney’s past, present and future, co-existing in harmony side by side, from the old colonial area to Sydney’s newest urban suburb, Barangaroo.
The walk includes the Barangaroo Point Reserve and Foundation Park. The Rocks’ best kept secret and the ‘ghost houses’ sculpture introduce an element of fantasy, inviting imaginative responses from visitors, giving it a unique ‘secret garden’ character.
You will also witness the metamorphosis of the area into new residential, commercial, recreational and cultural uses of the 21st Century after the port facilities moved away in both Walsh Bay and Barangaroo.
The tour concludes at the controversial brutalist apartment building, The Sirius, and (optional) lunch at somewhere nice, at your own cost.
DATE: Thursday 25 March 2021
TIME: 10.00am – 12.00pm
LIMITED TO MAX 15 PEOPLE
VENUE: Meeting point to be advised
COST: $40 per person, to be paid at RSVP. Your name will be confirmed upon the receipt of payment. First come, first served.
RSVP TO: activity.swicsydney@gmail.com Attn. to Kesty Pringgoharjono – Monthly Activities Coordinator – with a note about your payment.
RSVP BY: 16 March 2021
TRANSPORT:
Please look at Google maps

Ladies' Night Out - Observatory Bar - Langham Hotel
2021-03-24 17:30 - 19:30 | The Observatory Bar, Langham Hotel, 89-113 Kent Street, Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
A casual evening to enjoy a glass of wine or two together on the fourth Wednesday each month.
DATE: Wednesday 24 March 2021
TIME: 5.30pm to 7.30pm
VENUE: The Observatory Bar, Langham Hotel, 89-113 Kent St, Millers Point, NSW 2000
COST: Pay for your own drinks
RSVP TO: Sangeeta Gupta at swicniteout@gmail.com or mobile 0423 416 007
RSVP BY: 12 March 2021
TRANSPORT: The bar is a short walk from Wynyard Station

Theatre Group - "Stop Girl" by Sally Sara
2021-03-23 19:30 - 22:00 | Belvoir St Theatre, 25 Belvoir Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, NSW, 2010, Australia
Directed by Anne-Louise Sarks
Starring Sheridan Harbridge (Prima Facie)
Award-winning ABC foreign correspondent Sally Sara adds playwright to her many accomplishments with the new Belvoir St Theatre show Stop Girl. Drawing on her own experiences as a foreign correspondent, it stars Sheridan Harbridge (Prima Facie) as a renowned front-line reporter used to throwing herself into the most dangerous situations worldwide.
But now she’s back home in Australia and has to readjust to the new normal. How has the country she knows and loves changed while she’s been away? Has she really been able to process everything she’s been through overseas?
This insightful look at what it takes to maintain a high-pressure career like this and then settle into a totally different rhythm is ably tackled by An Enemy of The People director Anne-Louise Sarks.
A ratbaggy, wise play by a writer who’s seen it all first hand, and has learnt how to ask the pointed questions.I’m sure everyone’s familiar with Sally Sara from her work at the ABC. She’s lived more than most of us would if we had several lifetimes. And her play is a remarkable debut. It’s about our complicated world, and it’s full of heart.
– Eamon Flack (Artistic Director)
DATE: Tuesday 23 March 2021 (Preview)
TIME: 7.30pm (6.30pm for Drinks and Snacks)
VENUE: Upstairs Theatre, Belvoir St Theatre, 25 Belvoir Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
TICKETS: $56.00 Preview
Cherry has purchased her Preview ticket (Judith unavailable) in the Centre Bank for $56 (Seat J-26) + Fees: Single Tickets $5.00 online; $6.00 phone; $0.00 counter
To buy your tickets visit www.belvoir.com.au, or ring the box office on 9699 3444.
PRE-PERFORMANCE (Optional): You are welcome to join Theatre Group Co-Convenor Cherry Spoor downstairs at Belvoir St Theatre from 6.30pm, where you can buy snacks and drinks at the bar.
RSVP TO: Cherry Spoor at bungalowbrennan@yahoo.com by Tuesday 16 March 2021
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THEATRE GROUP – Looking Ahead in 2021
To enable you to plan your diary for 2021, below are the dates and selected plays for Theatre Group in 2021. Newcomers to SWIC are very welcome – if you need help with booking or have any queries please contact Judith Nguyen at nguyenjm@bigpond.net.au or Cherry Spoor at bungalowbrennan@yahoo.com

Day & Date
Play
Type
Theatre
Seats (Convenors)

Tues 23 March
Stop Girl
Contemporary Drama
Belvoir Street
J26 (Cherry)

Thurs 22 April
Is There Something Wrong With That Lady?
One-Woman Show
Griffin Theatre
43, 44

Wed 19 May
A Room of One’s Own
Two-Cast Play
Belvoir Street
F23 (Cherry)

Thurs 3 June
The Cherry Orchard
Classic Drama
Belvoir Street
K31, 32

Wed 14 July
The Woman in Black
Classic Ghost Story
Ensemble Theatre
E44, 45

Frid 20 Aug
The Picture of Dorian Gray
Adaptation of Oscar Wilde Classic
Roslyn Packer Theatre
A20, 21

Wed 15 Sept
A Chorus Line
Musical
Eternity Playhouse (Darlinghurst TC)
D3, 4

Tues 5 Oct
A Raisin in the Sun
Iconic American Drama
Wharf 1 Theatre
M8, 9

Tues 19 Oct
The Lifespan of a Fact
Comedy
Drama Theatre, Opera House
E21, 22

Tues 23 Nov
The Dismissal
Musical
Drama Theatre, Opera House
E23, 24

Movie Group
2021-03-23 09:45 - 12:30 | United Cinemas Opera Quays, 1 Macquarie Street, East Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Welcome to Movie Group.
VENUE: United Cinemas Opera Quays
TICKETS: Please buy your own ticket, then gather in the foyer.
CONVENORS: Grace Mroz (0434 170 030) and Jennifer Lean (0434 782 182) are the Movie Group Convenors.
RSVP: There is no need to RSVP; simply turn up at the cinema and you’ll be welcome.
APRES MOVIE (Optional):
We have the tradition of meeting up for lunch, drinks, coffee (whatever you fancy) at the Guylian Belgian Chocolate Cafe after the movies.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
This month we are pleased to welcome to our SWIC family eight new members who have expressed an interest in our movie group. Welcome to Anne-Beatrice Brechemier, Ruku Gill, Gail Marshall, Phillippa McCaffery, Krisztina Szekeresne Csapi, Ann Tibbitts, Caren Trafford and Sashi Veale. Please come and meet us and enjoy a movie and some good company over lunch.
THE MOVIES THIS MONTH:
Then Came You – 9.45am
A late in life relationship movie, starring Elizabeth Hurley.
Girls Can’t Surf – 10.00am
Girls Can’t Surf is a wild ride of clashing personalities, sexism, adventure and heartbreak set in the 80’s as the girls tried to create their own professional competition.
French Exit – 10.15am
Another, but very different late in life movie starring Michelle Pfeiffer who goes to Paris to live anonymously before her money runs out.
As usual will meet afterwards at Guylian Belgian Chocolate Cafe for lunch/drinks/coffee.
We will be there with our umbrellas…rain, hail or shine (unlikely).
Grace and Jennifer

Cafe Society - 'The Apprentice Restaurant'
2021-03-18 12:00 | The Apprentice, 695 Harris Street, Ultimo (Level 7, Building E, TAFE), NSW, NSW, 2007, Australia
March Café Society gathering is at ‘The Apprentice Restaurant’ at Ultimo TAFE. The Apprentice is a licensed training restaurant that promotes and nurtures food service excellence. It is open to the public for lunch and dinner.
DATE: Thursday 18 March 2021
TIME: 12.00pm – 2.00pm
VENUE: The Apprentice Restaurant, 695 Harris Street, Ultimo, Level 7, Building E, TAFE College
COST: At least $35 as we have to pay separately for our lunches ($32 for 3 courses or $29 for 2 courses) – and please remember your name badge.
RSVP TO: Penny Murray at penny.m@me.com or (m) 0409 867 776
RSVP BY: Thursday 11 March 2021
TRANSPORT: The venue is near Thomas Street (opposite the ABC) – bus number 423, 426, 428, 431 or 438 from Town Hall Station to Central then a short walk from the bus stop near the ABC building. There is paid street parking in the locality.

Short Walk - Balmain and Surrounds
2021-03-17 10:00 - 12:30 | Balmain Ferry Wharf, Thames Street, Balmain, Sydney, NSW, 2041, Australia
Join us for an exploration around Balmain. We will meet at Balmain Wharf, explore Ballast Point Park (the old Caltex refinery site), continue along the foreshore to the Colgate Palmolive building, and finally join the Tom Uren historic walking trail. We will aim to stop for refreshments at either an East Balmain or Balmain pub.
https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au/explore/parks-sport-and-recreation/parks-and-playgrounds/parks-by-suburb/birchgrove-parks/ballast-point-park
https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au/explore/libraries/community-history/community-history-and-archives-collections/self-guided-heritage-walks/tom-uren-trail
The walk is about 3.5 km and has some inclines and stairs.

Above: The Tom Uren Walking Trail (a portion will be completed on the day)
DATE: Wednesday 17 March 2021
TIME: 10.00 am – 12.30pm
VENUE: Meet at Balmain Wharf which the F8 ferry services (NOT Balmain East Wharf)
COST: Refreshments at own expense
RSVP TO: Anna Miller 0466 884 942 and Christine Powell on 0439 840 944 or to Shortwalks.swicsydney@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Monday 15 March 2021
TRANSPORT: There is free street parking. The hourly F8 ferry from Circular Quay arrives at 9.56am

Art & Culture - Guided Tour of the Chau Chak Wing Museum (WAITLIST)
2021-03-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Chau Chak Wing Museum, University Place, University of Sydney, Camperdown, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
Find the unexpected where art, architecture, science, history and ancient cultures meet.
Join SWIC on a Private Guided Tour of Sydney’s newest museum.
The Chau Chak Wing Museum brings three powerful collections to a stunning, purpose-built space at the University of Sydney.
After the tour, join us for morning tea in the Museum Café (at your own expense)
Organisation for Attending Art & Culture Events during Covid -19
Step1:
Members Email an RSVP to the Convenor to determine availability.
We will always try to get back to you in 24 hours, so if you haven’t heard please contact us again.
Step 2:
On advice from the Convenor re availability, the Member makes a payment to confirm their place on the tour.
Step 3:
The Member then sends a brief email to the Convenor advising of payment. On this occasion please also advise if you will stay for Morning Tea as we will need to reserve tables.
DATE: Tuesday 16 March 2021
TIME: Meet outside the main door of the Museum no later than 9.50am for a 10.00am tour. Our two guides will meet us there.
IMPORTANT:

To meet Contact Tracing Protocols, you will need to register on the NSW Covid App on arrival
Please maintain social distancing

VENUE: Chau Chak Wing Museum, University of Sydney, Camperdown NSW 2006
HOW TO GET THERE: The street entrance is from Parramatta Road through the main gate of Sydney University. It is a short walk along University Avenue to the Museum Entrance. The Museum is located directly across from the Great Hall and Quadrangle lawns, and next to Fisher Library.
Phone: (02) 9351 2812
Website: https://www.sydney.edu.au/museum/
COST: $15pp / $10 Seniors
RSVP: Kay Nicholas (Convenor) Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com
MORNING TEA: Please let me know when you RSVP if you would like to join us for Morning Tea at The Museum Café. We need to have numbers to reserve tables. The Café is in a delightful setting overlooking Australian native gardens. We have organised for you to order and pay (Credit Card only) as you enter. Please join us at the reserved tables.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment Option 1 (Preferred): By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: A&C + your initial and surname
RSVP BY: Friday 5 March 2021
TRANSPORT:
Car: Whilst street parking is available it is at a premium during University Terms. Parking is available at Broadway Shopping Centre – 0-2 hours free; 2-3 hours $7.50; 3-4 hours $15.00 It is a short walk from there to The University and Museum
Train: Alight at Central. It is a short 5-minute bus ride to the University Gates
Bus: Visit Transport NSW for help planning your public transport to the University

Singles' Sunday Brunch - Mosman Rowers
2021-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Mosman Rowers, 3 Centenary Drive, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
Singles’ Sunday Brunch is back!!
If you fancy delicious food, great coffee and interesting company, join us once a month to explore Sydney’s vibrant café scene whilst making new friends.
DATE: Sunday 14 March 2021
TIME: 10.00am – 12noon
VENUE: Mosman Rowers, 3 Centenary Drive, Mosman, NSW 2088
COST: Pay for yourself on the day
RSVP TO: Lou-anne Folder at singlessundaybrunch@gmail.com
RSVP BY: 7 March 2021 – important in case we need to book an additional table
NB: If you RSVP & then change your mind, it is imperative that you contact Lou-anne, as many restaurants will charge for ‘no shows’. Similarly, you must RSVP if you wish to come; you cannot just turn up on the day.
TRANSPORT:
Ferry – Catch a ferry from Circular Quay Wharf 4 at 9.00am to Mosman Bay Wharf, then it’s a 5 minute walk to the left, around the top of the bay – Mosman Rowers Restaurant is virtually opposite Mosman Bay Wharf. Alternatively, you can alight at the prior ferry stop, i.e. Old Cremorne Wharf, and it’s approximately a 10 minute walk to the right along the edge of the bay via Bromley Ave.
Train & Bus – If you catch a T1 train to North Sydney station, then walk for 4 minutes to North Sydney Station, Blue St Bus Stand D, you can catch a 230 bus to Mosman Bay Wharf, then it’s a 5 minute walk to the left, around the top of the bay – Mosman Rowers Restaurant is virtually opposite Mosman Bay Wharf.
Car Parking – Can be difficult, but sometimes there are parking spots nearly at the restaurant. It is possible to park somewhere in Avenue Road and catch the bus down to Mosman Bay Wharf, then it’s a 5 minute walk to the left, around the top of the bay – Mosman Rowers Restaurant is virtually opposite Mosman Bay Wharf.

International Morning Tea - The Philippines (WAITLIST)
2021-03-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Home of Susan Kelly, 93 Middle Head Road, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
We are delighted to be starting up our monthly International Morning Teas again, this time with a gourmet trip to The Philippines.
SWIC members Victoria Pertierra and Nieka Omero, will talk about their home country and its cuisine.
DATE: Tuesday 9 March 2021
TIME: 10.30am to 12.00pm
VENUE: At the home of Susan Kelly, 93 Middle Head Road, Mosman, NSW 2088
Note: To protect Susan’s wooden floors you are asked to wear soft shoes or to remove your shoes at the door.
COST: No charge
RSVP TO: Morning Teas convenor, Maria Brookes, at mariabrookes1973@gmail.com
RSVP BY: 4 March 2021
TRANSPORT:
Bus 100 from Wynyard and Bus 230 from Milsons Point/North Sydney, followed by a short walk.
Other buses available – please check your travel planner.
Limited free on-street parking.

Challenging Walk - Exploring Middle Head
2021-03-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Buena Vista Hotel, 76 Middle Head Road, Mosman, Sydney, NSW, 2088, Australia
Please join us as we explore Middle Head, one of Sydney Harbour’s seven headlands, enjoying scenic views. Members will be free to ‘choose your own adventure’ based on how far you wish to walk. We will start and finish at the Buena Vista Hotel in Mosman. The walk will be up to 10 kms depending on the weather and size of the group.
DATE: Tuesday 2 March 2021
TIME: 9.00am – 12.00pm approximately
VENUE: We will meet at the Buena Vista Hotel, 76 Middle Head Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
RSVP TO: Elizabeth Gordon at melizabethgordon@gmail.com or 0467 676 990
RSVP BY: Saturday 27 February 2021.
TRANSPORT: There are a variety of buses to Mosman in addition to street and public parking. Full details will be provided to those who RSVP.

Go Saturday - Chau Chak Wing Museum
2021-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Chau Chak Wing Museum, University Place, University of Sydney, Camperdown, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
Kicking off SWIC’s ‘Go Saturday’ 2021 season will be a visit to the Chau Chak Wing Museum.
Sydney’s newest museum is now fully operational and ready to share its secrets with its visitors, housed very fittingly at the University of Sydney, Australia’s first university.
To quote the museum itself: ‘Find the unexpected: art, science, history and ancient cultures.’ The amalgamation of the ‘The Nicholson Collection’, ‘The Macleay Collections’, and ‘The University Art Museum’, coupled with never before displayed items, have created this very unique and first class museum with 18 ongoing and temporary exhibitions.
DATE: Saturday 27 February 2021
TIME: Meet at the entrance at 2.00pm
RSVP: By Wednesday 24 February 2021
RSVP TO: Sian Ware at sianware1@gmail.com
VENUE: Chau Chak Wing Museum, University Place, University of Sydney, Camperdown NSW, 2006
COST: Free
Website:https://www.sydney.edu.au/museum/

German Conversation
2021-02-26 10:30 - 12:30 | Botanica Garden Cafe, 61A Bay Road, Waverton, Sydney, NSW, 2060, Australia
Join the conversation over a cup of coffee, aimed at those who want to practise their German and those who enjoy staying in touch with their mother tongue. Meetings are on the fourth Friday of the month from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
If you’d like to join the German Conversation group contact Meryl David on 0414 281 022 or meryl.david@outlook.com AND/OR Jill Surgeon on 0416 734 074 or jilliansurgeon.swic@gmail.com
DATE: Fourth Friday of the month
TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm
VENUE: Botanica Garden Café, 61A Bay Road, Waverton, NSW 2060
COST: Participants pay for their own choice of refreshment
RSVP TO: Meryl David 0414 281 022 or meryl.david@outlook.com AND/OR Jill Surgeon 0416 734 074 or jilliansurgeon.swic@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Wednesday prior
PAYMENT OPTIONS: N/A
TRANSPORT: Accessible via Waverton train station and bus from North Sydney. Street parking in surrounding area.
PLEASE NOTE: Members are required to provide documentary proof of their government Covid-19 vaccine certificate in order to attend any club activity whether indoors or outdoors. Please carry your documentary proof with you at all times.

Movie Group
2021-02-23 09:45 - 13:00 | United Cinemas Opera Quays, 1 Macquarie Street, East Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Welcome to Movie Group.
VENUE: United Cinemas Opera Quays
TICKETS: Please buy your own ticket, then gather in the foyer.
CONVENORS: Grace Mroz (0434 170 030) and Jennifer Lean (0434 782 182) are the Movie Group Convenors.
RSVP: There is no need to RSVP; simply turn up at the cinema and you’ll be welcome.
APRES MOVIE (Optional):
We have the tradition of meeting up for lunch, drinks, coffee (whatever you fancy) at the Guylian Belgian Chocolate Cafe after the movies.
We look forward to seeing you all again on Tuesday.
Grace and Jennifer
THE MOVIES THIS MONTH:
9.45am – The Truffle Hunters – A 2020 documentary about a group of Italian men searching for rare, expensive and delicious white Alba truffles in the forest of Piedmont, Italy. 84 minutes

10.00am – The Little Things – A 2021 American neo-noir crime thriller with
Denzel Washington and Rami Malek. 128 minutes

10.15am – Escape from Extinction – A 2020 documentary showing rare footage
of endangered animals and interviews with the world’s leading animal welfare
specialists. Narrated by Helen Mirren. 90 minutes

French Conversation
2021-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Home of Elisabeth Cambiaire, 406/63 Hall Street, Bondi Beach, Sydney, NSW, 2026, Australia
Bonjour Mesdames,
Notre prochaine conversation en français aura lieu lundi 22 Fevrier chez Elisabeth de Cambiaire: 2pm – 4 pm.
Unit 406/63 Hall Street, Bondi Beach, NSW 2026
Je vous remercie de nous confirmer que vous pourrez être présente.
Au plaisir de vous retrouver.
Elisabeth: 0402 605 174
Françoise : 0450 468 165

Travel Conversations
2021-02-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Home of Catherine Marsh, 64 Ellalong Road, Cremorne, Sydney, NSW, 2090, Australia
We are pleased to advise that following the relaxation of restrictions on the number of visitors to homes, we are now able to hold this meeting in person rather than via Zoom. Please see below for updated details.
At this meeting we will invite you to share your hidden gems about living in Sydney. Think about the places where you take your visitors (cast your mind back) that are off the normal tourist track. This could include a favourite walk, gallery or museum outside the city, an out of the way beach or your favourite restaurant or café. Suggestions for day trips from Sydney would also be welcome.
If you are unable to attend the meeting but would still like to contribute, please email us a paragraph before the meeting so that this can be included in the notes circulated after the meeting.
DATE: Friday 19 February 2021
TIME: 9.50am for a 10.00am start
VENUE: 64 Ellalong Rd, Cremorne, NSW 2090
TRANSPORT: Will be advised to those who reply
RSVP TO: Mimi Flaherty Willis and Catherine Marsh at travel.swicsydney@gmail.com
RSVP BY: Friday 12 February 2021

Cafe Society - The Greens
2021-02-18 12:30 - 14:00 | The Greens North Sydney, 50 Ridge Street, North Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2060, Australia
Join us for the first Café Society for 2021 at The Greens, which is located in the Lawn Bowls Club, within St Leonards Park.
DATE: Thursday 18 February 2021
TIME: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
VENUE: The Greens – 50 Ridge Street, North Sydney, NSW 2060
COST: Pay for your own lunch + tip (and remember your name badge please)
RSVP TO: Penny Murray at penny.m@me.com or on 0409 867 776
RSVP BY: 14 February 2021
TRANSPORT: Bus from North Sydney Station and walk 2 minutes from the bus stop near North Sydney Oval in Miller Street (just past North Sydney Council Chambers. There is paid street parking in the locality as well.

Short Walk - Rose Bay
2021-02-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, Lyne Park, New South Head Road, Rose Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2029, Australia
For our first activity this year we will walk the length of beautiful Rose Bay from the ferry wharf towards the city, then back again. There is a café for refreshments near the ferry wharf. The walk is about 2.5km and is totally flat.
DATE: Wednesday 17 February 2021
TIME: 10.30am – 12.00pm
VENUE: Meet at Rose Bay ferry wharf at 10.30am
COST: Refreshments at own expense
RSVP TO: shortwalks.swicsydney@gmail.com, or contact Anna Miller on 0466 884 942, or Christine Powell on 0439 840 944
RSVP BY: Tuesday 16 February 2021
TRANSPORT: A ferry leaves Circular Quay at 10.15am. There is also the 324 bus from Edgecliff Station towards Watsons Bay. There is car parking nearby.

SWIC's 24th Annual General Meeting
2021-02-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Kirribilli Club, 11 Harbourview Crescent, Lavender Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2060, Australia
Due to continued uncertainty around the planning of large social functions, the Committee has decided that we will not be able to hold our usual Birthday Lunch in February. It has been decided, however, that we should go ahead with our AGM at that time as we are able to book a room large enough to allow for appropriate social distancing and, in the unlikely event that a last-minute cancellation of the day is necessary, any costs and upheaval of plans etc. would be at a minimum. Therefore,
NOTICE is hereby given that the 24th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of SWIC will be held:
On: Wednesday, 10 February 2021
At: The Kirribilli Club, 11 Harbourview Crescent, Lavender Bay, North Sydney
At: 10.45am for 11.00pm
Please Note: The meeting will commence at 11.00 am sharp and only financial members of SWIC are entitled to attend. Please also note that there will be no admission to the room after the meeting has commenced.
In addition, any matter to be put by a member, or members, to the AGM for consideration must be in writing (and if in the form of a Resolution, signed by the Proposer and Seconder) and received by the Secretary of the Club at least twenty-eight (28) days prior to the date fixed for the holding of the meeting. The Agenda for the AGM will be forwarded to members prior to the meeting.
The Club is still seeking members to join the Committee in 2021 and is very appreciative of all members who decide to contribute to the running of the Club by nominating to serve on the Committee. This is also the case when any member who has served on a previous SWIC Committee decides, after several years, to re-nominate and add her prior experience to an incoming Committee.
On behalf of the Committee, I would like to say that we look forward to hearing from you re attendance at the AGM – and seeing you at the meeting.
RSVP to say whether you are able or unable to attend, to the Secretary, Mimi Flaherty Willis at secretary.swicsydney@gmail.com by 5 February 2021.

Golf (ES)
2021-02-03 08:15 - 12:00 | Woollahra Golf Club, 50 O'Sullivan Road, Rose Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2029, Australia
The eastern suburbs Golf group plays at Woollahra on Wednesday mornings. Tee-off is at 8.15am.
The Convenor is Liz McCarthy and her contacts details are 0414 408 615 or mccarthyliz50@gmail.com
