BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sydney Womens International Club - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sydney Womens International Club X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://admin.swic.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sydney Womens International Club REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20150404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20151003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20160402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20161001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20170401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20170930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20180331T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20181006T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20190406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20191005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20181120T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20181120T123000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20181012T074903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T080904Z UID:14620-1542711600-1542717000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Visit to the Allens Collection (WAIT LIST) DESCRIPTION:As our final event for 2018 we are excited to offer our Art & Culture enthusiasts the opportunity to visit The Allens Collection. \nThe works in the Allens’ Collection illustrate that the ‘art of painting and aesthetic concerns are still fundamental to artistic expression’. The Collection dates from the mid 1970s\, when Allens Law Firm moved into the offices of the then new MLC Building. What began as a way of ‘enlivening the office environment’ has grown to become a significant survey of painting over the following decades. The collection now has over a thousand works hanging in their offices. Not only do the art works create a vibrant work place but they also demonstrate an enduring commitment to young emerging Australian artists.  Allens have sought to collect a range of unique and challenging artworks from Australian artists. \nWe encourage you to RSVP early as places are limited. \nMaria Poulos\, the Curator of the Allens Collection\, will be our guide. We extend our sincere thanks to Allens and to Maria for their hospitality. \nDATE: Tuesday 20 November 2018 \nTIME: 11.00am – 12.30pm approximately. Light refreshments will be served during the event \nMeeting place: To be advised \nVENUE: Deutsche Bank Place – Level 28 126 Phillip Street (Corner Hunter & Phillip Streets) Sydney CBD \nCOST: $25.00 to a charity nominated by Allens \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: Pay on the day. Please have the correct money \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com \nEarly RSVP is highly recommended as places are limited \nRSVP BY: 10 November 2018 URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-visit-to-the-allens-collection/ LOCATION:Deutsche Bank Place\, Level 28\, 126 Phillip Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Allens-Art.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.866861;151.2094503 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Deutsche Bank Place Level 28 126 Phillip Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Level 28\, 126 Phillip Street:geo:151.2094503,-33.866861 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20181030T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20181030T113000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20180828T012040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T000433Z UID:13771-1540890000-1540899000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Masters of Modern Art from the Hermitage (WAIT LIST) DESCRIPTION:Monet ● Cézanne ● Matisse ● Picasso ● Gauguin ● Kandinsky ● Pissarro ● Malevich ● Denis ● Bonnard \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be among the first to view rare works from the modern masters on a SWIC private tour of this magnificent selection of art works from the collections of the State Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg – ‘a  journey of startling colour and form\, groundbreaking endeavor\, and bold leaps of the imagination’. \nExclusive to Sydney at the Art Gallery of NSW\, this exhibition explores the origins of modern art ‘from the bold experiments of Cézanne\, to the radical innovation of artists like Matisse and Picasso. The exhibition documents the seismic shifts that took place in European painting in the years after 1900 and encapsulates a defining moment in art history’. \nDATE: Tuesday 30 October 2018 (NOTE: This is the fifth Tuesday of the month) \nTIME:  9.10am. Meet outside the main door of the Art Gallery New South Wales \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Rd\, Sydney NSW 2000 \nCOST:  $35.00 or $30.00 (with a NSW Seniors Card) \nPLEASE NOTE:  Numbers have to be advised by Monday 22 October 2018\, therefore there are no refunds after that date unless the place can be filled by a member on a Waitlist. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: Pay on the day. Please have the correct money in an envelope with your name and amount paid. \nRSVP: Alison Ross Email: arross@bigpond.net.au Mob: 0405 541 921 \nRSVP BY:   Sunday 21 October 2018. Important – please advise whether you are eligible for a NSW Seniors Card discount. \nPLEASE NOTE that registration for this exhibition before Monday 22 October 2018                  is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required.   Unfortunately we cannot take RSVPs after this date. \nLOCATION: \nThe NSW Art Gallery is located the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD. The Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street\, across the Domain\, or from Hyde Park. \nBUS: There is a bus drop-off and pick-up zone at the Gallery’s main entrance but no dedicated parking spaces. Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building  York St does NOT commence its service until 10.00am. \nTRAIN: St James and Martin Place stations are both about 10 minutes walk. \nCAR: Meter parking: on Art Gallery Road\, Mrs Macquarie’s Road and other streets around the Gallery. Parking stations: there are several parking stations near the Gallery\, the closest of which is the Domain Car Park. \n  URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-masters-of-modern-art-from-the-hermitage/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Masterpieces.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.86879;151.21748 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Monet ● Cézanne ● Matisse ● Picasso ● Gauguin ● Kandinsky ● Pissarro ● Malevich ● Denis ● Bonnard \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be among the first to view rare works from the modern masters on a SWIC private tour of this magnificent selection of art works from the collections of the State Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg – ‘a  journey of startling colour and form groundbreaking endeavor and bold leaps of the imagination’. \nExclusive to Sydney at the Art Gallery of NSW this exhibition explores the origins of modern art ‘from the bold experiments of Cézanne to the radical innovation of artists like Matisse and Picasso. The exhibition documents the seismic shifts that took place in European painting in the years after 1900 and encapsulates a defining moment in art history’. \nDATE: Tuesday 30 October 2018 (NOTE: This is the fifth Tuesday of the month) \nTIME:  9.10am. Meet outside the main door of the Art Gallery New South Wales \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Rd Sydney NSW 2000 \nCOST:  $35.00 or $30.00 (with a NSW Seniors Card) \nPLEASE NOTE:  Numbers have to be advised by Monday 22 October 2018 therefore there are no refunds after that date unless the place can be filled by a member on a Waitlist. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: Pay on the day. Please have the correct money in an envelope with your name and amount paid. \nRSVP: Alison Ross Email: arross@bigpond.net.au Mob: 0405 541 921 \nRSVP BY:   Sunday 21 October 2018. Important – please advise whether you are eligible for a NSW Seniors Card discount. \nPLEASE NOTE that registration for this exhibition before Monday 22 October 2018                  is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required.   Unfortunately we cannot take RSVPs after this date. \n \nThe NSW Art Gallery is located the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD. The Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street across the Domain or from Hyde Park. \nBUS: There is a bus drop-off and pick-up zone at the Gallery’s main entrance but no dedicated parking spaces. Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building  York St does NOT commence its service until 10.00am. \nTRAIN: St James and Martin Place stations are both about 10 minutes walk. \nCAR: Meter parking: on Art Gallery Road Mrs Macquarie’s Road and other streets around the Gallery. Parking stations: there are several parking stations near the Gallery the closest of which is the Domain Car Park. \n ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Art Gallery Road\, The Domain:geo:151.21748,-33.86879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180918T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180918T133000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20180811T055003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T102258Z UID:13544-1537266600-1537277400@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Visit to the National Art School (NAS) - WAIT LIST DESCRIPTION:Guided Tour of the Old Darlinghurst Gaol (now NAS) \nGuided Tour of the Current Exhibition- National Art – Part 1 \nWe are excited to offer our Art and Culture enthusiasts the opportunity to visit The Old Darlinghurst Gaol (now NAS) and The National Arts School Gallery. \nThe old gaol site has been repurposed and is now one of Australia’s premier arts institutes. The buildings showcase some of Sydney’s oldest and best preserved examples of colonial sandstone architecture. The National Art School Gallery is situated in what was the “A” wing of the old Gaol. The original building c 1841 was completely refurbished in 2006 to serve its new role as the NAS Gallery. \nWe commence our visit with the lively historical ‘Old Darlinghurst Gaol Tour’ that sheds light on the fascinating history of the site. Following a morning tea break we are being hosted at NAS Gallery by Judith Blackall\, Gallery Manager and Curator. Judith will be our guide for the current exhibition- National Art –Part 1. This exhibition comprises works by 50 National Art School Alumni – 1947–2018\, (spanning 7 decades). Included are works by Charles Blackman OBE; Ken Done AM; Reg Mobassa; Peter Powditch AM: Leslie Rice; Tim Storrier AM. \nAt the conclusion of the Gallery visit you may wish to continue exploring the site however there is no access to classrooms or studios. \nDATE: Tuesday 18 September 2018 \nTIME: 10.30 am – 1.30pm   Gaol Tour: 10.30 – 11.30am;   Morning Tea: 11.30 -12.20pm; Current Exhibition Guided Tour: 12.30 – 1.30pm \nVENUE: Forbes St\, Darlinghurst\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia   NAS Ph:  9339 8686 \nMEETING PLACE: Meet at 10.25am just inside the main entrance in Forbes Street. The Hang Out Café is close by. \nCOST: $25.00- includes your Old Darlinghurst Gaol History Tour and a donation to the NAS Gallery for the Exhibition Tour. \nMorning Tea at Hangout Student Café is at your own expense. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS:   Pay on Day. Please have correct money. \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com by 10 September 2018 \nPlease Note: this event is limited to 25 members. We suggest that you RSVP early. \nPlease Be Advised that SWIC has had to pre-pay for the guided Gaol Tour therefore cancellations after the closing date will need to be paid unless your place can be filled by a member on the waitlist. \nTRANSPORT: Public Transport recommended- there is no parking on campus. \nBy Bus: NAS is a two minute walk from Oxford Street bus stops- alight at Taylor Square and walk down Forbes Street. \nBy Train: NAS is a five minute walk from Kings Cross Rail Station\, or a 10 minute walk from Museum Station in the CBD. \n  URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/tuesday-18-september-2018-visit-to-the-national-art-school/ LOCATION:National Art School\, Forbes St\, Darlinghurst\, NSW\, 2010\, ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/NAS_11.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8767298;151.2187842 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Art School Forbes St Darlinghurst NSW 2010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Forbes St\, Darlinghurst\, NSW\, 2010\,:geo:151.2187842,-33.8767298 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180821T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180821T160000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20180715T111042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180804T230310Z UID:13224-1534860000-1534867200@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Vicki Ratcliff Art Class (WAIT LIST) DESCRIPTION: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. \nLast year SWIC members were fortunate to visit Vicki’s studio (while on the Pittwater Artists’ trail) where we saw some of her beautiful paintings. In her role as a teacher she demonstrated to us some clever techniques to accomplish great effects with watercolours. Many of us then decided we would love to attend one of her classes. This class will be suitable for both beginners and experienced students. \nVicki can only give us a class in the afternoon so the class will be held from 2.00-4.00 pm on Tuesday 21 August in her studio. \nNumbers for the class are very limited so apply early if you would like to take part. \nDATE: Tuesday 21 August 2018 \nTIME: 2.00-4.00pm \nVENUE: Vicki Ratcliff’s studio at – 66 Rednal Street\, Mona Vale\, Sydney 2103 \nCOST: Will be $35 or $40 which includes lesson and high quality materials \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: Payable on the day \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicolas kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com \nRSVP BY: 15 August 2018 \nTRANSPORT: By car. Lifts can be arranged for those with no access to a car URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-vicki-ratcliff-art-class/ LOCATION:Studio of Vicki Ratcliff\, 66 Rednal Street\, Mona Vale\, Sydney\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Vicki-Ratcliff.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.6671371;151.3101312 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Studio of Vicki Ratcliff 66 Rednal Street Mona Vale Sydney Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=66 Rednal Street\, Mona Vale:geo:151.3101312,-33.6671371 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180619T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180619T110000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20180418T110844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T112409Z UID:11809-1529398800-1529406000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture – The Archibald\, Wynne & Sulman Prizes DESCRIPTION:View Australia’s much loved portrait prize – The Archibald. \nJoin SWIC for a private tour of The Archibald\, Wynne and Sulman Prizes – an annual exhibition eagerly anticipated by artists and audiences alike. \nThe Archibald Prize\, first awarded in 1921\, is Australia’s favourite art award\, and one of its most prestigious. Awarded to the best portrait painting\, it’s a who’s who of Australian culture – from politicians to celebrities\, sporting heroes to artists. \nThe Wynne Prize is awarded to the best landscape painting of Australian scenery or figure sculpture\, while the Sulman Prize is given to the best subject painting\, genre painting or mural project in oil\, acrylic\, watercolour or mixed media. \nEach year\, the trustees of the Art Gallery of NSW judge the Archibald and Wynne\, and invite an artist to judge the Sulman. \nDATE: Tuesday 19 June 2018 \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Rd\, Sydney NSW 2000 \nTIME: Meet outside the main door of the Art Gallery no later than 9.10 am for a 9.15 am tour. \nCOST: $25.00 \nPAYMENT: Pay on the Day \nPlease note that registration for this tour by Tuesday 12 June is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required. \nRSVP: Kay Nicholas by Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com OR Mobile: 0438469044 \nRSVP BY:  Tuesday 12 June 2018 \nPLEASE NOTE:  Numbers have to be advised COB 12 June 2018\, therefore there are no refunds after that date unless the place can be filled by a member on the Waitlist. \nTRANSPORT: \nThe NSW Art Gallery is located  the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD. The Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street\, across the Domain\, or from Hyde Park. \nBUS: Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building does NOT commence its service until 10.00am. \n  URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-the-archibald-wynne-sulman-prizes/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/The-Archibald.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.86879;151.21748 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Art Gallery Road\, The Domain:geo:151.21748,-33.86879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180516 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20180307T064320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T032917Z UID:11187-1526342400-1526428799@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:SWIC Art and Culture Day Tour - Cartier: The Exhibition - National Gallery of Australia DESCRIPTION:Never before have so many incredible diamonds\, emeralds and other precious stones been seen in Australia. Cartier: The Exhibition showcases more than 300 spectacular items\, with loans from royal families\, celebrities and the astonishing Cartier Collection itself. The jewellery is in exquisite settings such as royal tiaras\, necklaces\, brooches and earrings. \nThis event is restricted to 48 SWIC members. \nDATE: Tuesday 15 May 2018 \nPICK UP POINT: STA Stand 179 Elizabeth Street CBD – just along from St James Rail Station. A location map will be sent with your confirmation Email. \nTIME: Please arrive at our Pick Up Point no later than 7.45am. Our coach leaves at 8.00am sharp and returns at approximately 7.00pm. Because this is an STA Bus stand the coach will not wait for latecomers. It is a pick up and drop off stand only. \nVENUE: National Gallery of Australia Parkes ACT. \nCOST: $55.00 pp (includes coach travel; morning tea; entry to Cartier: The Exhibition at the National Gallery of Australia and a SWIC Private Tour of the Exhibition. Please note that your attendance cannot be confirmed until payment has been made. \nLunch at The National Gallery Café is at your own expense. \n PAYMENT OPTIONS: \nPayment Option 1: By Credit Card on the Payments page of the website \nPayment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account \nAccount Name: SWIC Inc. \nBSB No: 112-879 \nAccount No: 431-019-281 \nDescription: Cartier + your initial and surname \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com Mobile: 0438 469 044 to reserve a place. You will receive an acknowledgement email within 48 hours. Please then advise Kay of payment to confirm your reservation. \nRSVP and Payment by: 30 April 2018 \nCancellations: There will be no refunds after the close by date unless your place can be filled by someone on the Waitlist. \nTRANSPORT: Charter Coach URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/swic-art-culture-day-tour-cartier-exhibition-national-gallery-australia/ ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180320T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180320T123000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20180211T100446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180308T091805Z UID:10852-1521541800-1521549000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:WAITLIST - Art and Culture -21st BIENNALE of SYDNEY: ‘SUPERPOSITION Equilibrium and Engagement’ DESCRIPTION:Every two years The Harbour Trust welcomes Australia’s largest contemporary visual arts event showcasing innovative and thought provoking works from around the world. Join SWIC on a guided private tour of works on display for The 21st Biennale of Sydney at Cockatoo Island. \nOn Cockatoo Island 20 artists will present works around movement\, migration\, production and participation\, including works that grow or morph over the course of the Biennale. \nHighlights- \nAi Weiwei’s Law of the Journey 2017- a 60 metre inflatable boat filled with more than 250 oversized figures\, made from rubber used to manufacture the precarious vessels that carry refugees across the Agean Sea from Turkey to Greece. \nSydney artist Yasmin Smith will create a ceramics studio and open-air kiln alongside a ceramics installation featuring cast mangrove branches finished in a handmade ash wood glaze \nDATE: Tuesday 20 March 2018 \nTIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm \nVENUE: Cockatoo Island- a World Heritage Listed Site \n COST: Free \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com by Friday 9 March 2018 \nPLEASE NOTE that although there is no cost this is private guided tour and we have only been allocated 25 places\, so please RSVP early to avoid disappointment. \nRSVP BY:   Friday 9 March 2018 \nTRANSPORT: Ferry to Cockatoo Island IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please be advised that this is a free service and we have been allocated a 10.30am departure time. You will be advised whether our ferry will depart from Circular Quay or from Barangaroo closer to the time. This will be a dedicated ferry wharf for those attending The Biennale. \nFURTHER INFORMATION Our tour ends at 12.30 pm however you are welcome to stay on to revisit the works: enjoy a picnic lunch or visit one of the two cafés that will be open on the Island. URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-21st-biennale-sydney-superposition-equilibrium-engagement/ LOCATION:Cockatoo Island\, Sydney Harbour\, Sydney\, NSW\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/biennale2018.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8455269;151.1734558 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cockatoo Island Sydney Harbour Sydney NSW Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Sydney Harbour:geo:151.1734558,-33.8455269 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180220T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180220T113000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20171203T000840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171203T001135Z UID:10321-1519119000-1519126200@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Private Tour of 'The Lady and the Unicorn' Tapestries DESCRIPTION:Art & Culture commences 2018 with a rare opportunity for our members to experience the beauty\, scale and intricacy of ‘The Lady and the Unicorn’ Tapestry Series. \nOn loan from the Musée de Cluny\, this tapestry series is a masterpiece of Medieval French Art that has captivated viewers across the centuries. \nRevered as a national treasure in France\, and known as the 15th-century ‘Mona Lisa of the Middle Ages’ The Lady and the Unicorn tapestry cycle will be making its exclusive appearance in Australia at the Art Gallery of NSW through a generous and exceptional loan from the collection of the Musée de Cluny – Musée National du Moyen Âge in Paris. \nThe six large tapestries each depict a richly costumed lady flanked by that most mysterious animal\, the unicorn\, with jewel-like millefleur (‘thousand flowers’) backgrounds. The tapestries present a vivid meditation on earthly pleasures and courtly love. They can also be viewed as an allegory of the five senses – sight\, hearing\, taste\, touch and smell – plus a sixth ‘internal’ sense – heart\, desire or will – which was widely known at the time. \nA visit to The Lady and the Unicorn will allow a close encounter with one of the world’s greatest treasures. \nDATE: Tuesday 20 February 2018 \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney NSW 2000 \nTIME: Meet in the foyer of the Art Gallery no later than 9.15am for a 9.30am tour. \nCOST: $25 Payable on the Day \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or 0438469044 \nRSVP BY: 9 February 2018 \nPlease note that registration for this tour by 9 February 2018 is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required. Full payment is required if you cancel after the clos- by date unless your place can be filled by someone on our waitlist. \nTRANSPORT: The NSW Art Gallery is located the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD\, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain\, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. The Art Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street\, across the Domain\, or from Hyde Park. BUS: Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building does NOT commence its service until 10.00am. \n  URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-private-tour-lady-unicorn-tapestries/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.86879;151.21748 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Art Gallery Road\, The Domain:geo:151.21748,-33.86879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180215T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20180215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20171209T174251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171215T233145Z UID:10438-1518692400-1518706800@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:SWIC AGM & 21st Birthday Lunch DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 21 Fabulous Years! \nShare Friendship\, Memories and History \nYou are warmly invited to attend the SWIC AGM and 21st Birthday Lunch \non Thursday 15 February 2018 \nat NSW Parliament House\, 6 Macquarie Street\, Sydney \nfrom 10.45am – 3.00pm \nNSW Parliament House\, in the heart of Sydney\, is the perfect venue to celebrate this very special occasion. For those members who have not visited Parliament House before\, it is an opportunity to experience the colonial architecture and the history of ‘The House’. We will be dining in the Strangers’ Dining Room where floor to ceiling glass windows provide panoramic views of Sydney’s iconic Domain. \nThe SWIC AGM commences promptly at 11.00am in the Strangers’ Dining Room \nThe formal notice of the AGM is posted on the website Noticeboard. \nPlease take a moment to open and read it through\, as it contains important information. \nThe 21st BIRTHDAY LUNCH commences at 12 noon in the Strangers’ Dining Room \nThe Birthday Lunch will commence at 12 noon when canapes and welcome drinks will be served. This will be followed by a three-course Birthday Lunch\, including a special birthday dessert. Wine and soft drinks will be served with lunch. \nThe cost of the lunch is $85 per person (members only) \nRSVP by Wednesday 31 January 2018 to Angie Dickinson at swictreasurer@gmail.com \nPlease advise of any special dietary requirements. \nPayment options for the lunch are shown below. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nPayment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Payments page on the SWIC website \nPayment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account \nAccount Name: SWIC Inc. BSB: 112-879 Account#: 431019281 Description: B/day + Surname and Initial \nIMPORTANT SECURITY INFORMATION FOR VISITORS TO PARLIAMENT HOUSE \nPlease note that there is a compulsory security screening process (similar to airport security) prior to the entry to Parliament House so please allow approximately 15 minutes for this. For those members wishing to arrive a little early there is a current art exhibition\, historical information and artefacts in the main foyer to enjoy\, as well as a small café that serves tea and coffee. This is at your own expense. \nTRANSPORT: Public Transport advisable URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/swic-agm-21st-birthday-lunch/ LOCATION:NSW Parliament House\, 6 Macquarie Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.867384;151.2127231 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=NSW Parliament House 6 Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6 Macquarie Street:geo:151.2127231,-33.867384 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20171121T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20171121T113000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170914T002900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170914T003311Z UID:9474-1511254800-1511263800@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Rembrandt and The Dutch Golden Age DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join SWIC for a Private Tour – Rembrandt and the Dutch Golden Age – Masterpieces from the Rijksmuseum – at the Art Gallery of NSW \nThis exhibition presents a richly unfolding panorama of Dutch society during the 17th century — an era of unparalleled wealth\, power and cultural confidence. During the Dutch Golden Age\, the art of painting flourished like never before. Artists sensitively observed the beauty of the visible world\, transforming it\, with great skill\, into vivid and compelling paintings. Their subjects ranged from intense portraits and dramatic seascapes to tranquil scenes of domestic life and careful studies of fruit and flowers. \nDrawn from the Rijksmuseum\, the renowned national collection of the Netherlands\, Rembrandt and the Dutch Golden Age includes a rare painting by Johannes Vermeer and a room dedicated to one of the greatest minds in the history of art\, Rembrandt van Rijn. \nThis exhibition is part of the Sydney International Art Series\, bringing the world’s most outstanding exhibitions to Australia\, exclusively to Sydney. \nDATE: Tuesday 21 November 2017 \nTIME: Meet in the foyer of the Art Gallery no later than 9.10 am for a 9.15 am tour \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney NSW 2000\, \nCOST: $35.00 Payable on the day \nPlease note that registration for this tour by Monday 13 November is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required.   Full payment is due if you cancel after the close by date unless your place can be filled by someone on our waitlist. \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com Mobile: 0438469044 \nRSVP BY: Monday 13 November 2017 \nTRANSPORT: The NSW Art Gallery is located the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD\, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain\, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. \nThe Art Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street\, across the Domain\, or from Hyde Park. BUS: Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building does NOT commence its service until 10.00am. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-rembrandt-dutch-golden-age/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.86879;151.21748 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Art Gallery Road\, The Domain:geo:151.21748,-33.86879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20171007T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20171007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170806T053740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T060846Z UID:9153-1507399200-1507406400@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Sunset Harbour Cruise for SWIC Members\, Partners & Friends DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sunset Harbour Cruise – Saturday 7 October 6.00-8.00pm \nWe live in one of the great harbour cities of the world. Come exploring our beautiful city of Sydney from the water. Party with SWIC as we set sail for two magical hours on a sunset cruise on board the historic ‘Wangi Queen’. Enjoy bubbles\, wine\, beer or non- alcoholic drinks from the open bar as well as delicious gourmet canapes served by The Queen’s friendly wait staff. \nThe ‘Wangi Queen’ is a beautiful\, traditional classic timber boat (wooden ferry circa 1922). Her unique lines and old world design attract model builders and boating enthusiasts to copy and admire. Her charming presentation remains a remnant of a former age. \nAll Aboard at 6.00pm sharp from Campbell Cove Jetty at The Rocks – just past the Overseas Cruise Terminal. \nThe Queen docks at 8.00pm at Campbell Cove. \nDATE: Saturday 7 October 2017 \nTIME (IMPORTANT INFORMATION): Please arrive no later than 5.55pm. Pick up is from Campbell Cove Jetty in The Rocks – just past the International Cruise Terminal. \nBoarding time is 6.00pm. Our guests have to be on time as the boat picks up at 6.00pm and leaves promptly at 6.10pm. \nPlease Note that owing to Sydney Harbour regulations the boat cannot wait for late arrivals. \nAlso note: We have ordered a beautiful Sydney twilight for this event together with a stunning sunset!!! If however it is needed The Queen has plenty of cover in case of inclement weather. Cancellation of the cruise in the event of weather is at the discretion of the Captain. \nVENUE: Wangi Queen – Campbell Cove Jetty – The Rocks -– just past the Overseas Cruise Terminal. \nCOST: $65.00 pp (Please note that there are no refunds after the close-by date as this event has to be paid 14 days in advance). \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: \nPayment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Payments menu on the website \nPayment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account \nAccount Name: SWIC Inc. \nBSB No: 112-879 \nAccount No: 431-019-281 \nDescription: CRUISE + your initial and surname \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or mobile: 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: Friday 22 September 2017 \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/swic-members-partners-friends-sunset-harbour-cruise/ LOCATION:Campbell Cove Jetty\, Circular Quay Wharf \, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8606584;151.2115341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Campbell Cove Jetty Circular Quay Wharf Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Circular Quay Wharf:geo:151.2115341,-33.8606584 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170829T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170829T123000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170715T072644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170715T073920Z UID:8984-1504002600-1504009800@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Combined Monthly Activity / Art & Culture - Visit to Mahratta DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]  \nA Rare Opportunity \nA Special Combined Monthly Activity / Art and Culture \nVisit to Mahratta one of the finest Art Deco Mansions in Sydney \nand \nEnjoy a Devonshire Tea with Your SWIC Friends \nTuesday 29 August 2017 \nMahratta has been listed with the State Heritage Council and is acknowledged as one of the finest Art Deco mansions in Sydney. \nIt has one of the few remaining gardens in the Sydney Metropolitan area designed by Paul Sorensen. \nMahratta began as a family home and was later owned by the Bank of New South Wales (Westpac). It is now home to The School of Philosophy. The name Mahratta is derived from two Sanskrit words Maha ratta\, ‘The Great Kingdom’. \nDATE: Tuesday 29 August 2017 \nTIME: 10.35am for a 10.40am House Tour followed by Devonshire Tea and a Garden Ramble (approximately 2 hours in total). \nVENUE: Mahratta – 25 Fox Valley Rd\, Wahroonga (corner of Fox Valley Rd and Pacific Highway)\, NSW 2076 \nCOST: $30 pp (proceeds to ‘Friends of Mahratta’ for the care and preservation of the house and garden) \nPAYMENT:  Pay on the day \nPlease note that as SWIC has to confirm numbers on 21 August so any cancellations after that date must be paid for unless your place can be filled by a member on a waitlist. \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com Mobile: 043846904 \nRSVP BY: 21 August 2017 \nTRANSPORT: \nCar –  Street parking in Fox Valley Rd\, Wahroonga \nTrain – alight at Wahroonga station. T1 North Shore line service – 1.4 km walk to Mahratta or taxi from station \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/combined-monthly-activity-art-culture-visit-mahratta/ LOCATION:Mahratta\, 25 Fox Valley Rd\, Wahroonga \, Sydney\, NSW\, 2076\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.7276146;151.1163991 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mahratta 25 Fox Valley Rd Wahroonga Sydney NSW 2076 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25 Fox Valley Rd\, Wahroonga:geo:151.1163991,-33.7276146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170822T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170822T103000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170710T233320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T233621Z UID:8916-1503392400-1503397800@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Archibald Wynne & Sulman Prizes DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join SWIC for a Private Tour of Australia’s Most Extraordinary Art Event\, The Archibald Wynne and Sulman Prizes\, on Tuesday 22 August at 9.15am. \nThe Archibald\, Wynne and Sulman Prizes is an annual exhibition eagerly anticipated by artists and audiences alike. \nThe Archibald Prize\, first awarded in 1921\, is Australia’s favourite art award\, and one of its most prestigious. Awarded to the best portrait painting\, it’s a who’s who of Australian culture – from politicians to celebrities\, sporting heroes to artists. \nThe Wynne Prize is awarded to the best landscape painting of Australian scenery\, or figure sculpture\, while the Sulman Prize is given to the best subject painting\, genre painting or mural project in oil\, acrylic\, watercolour or mixed media. \nEach year\, the trustees of the Art Gallery of NSW judge the Archibald and Wynne\, and invite an artist to judge the Sulman. The 2017 judge is Tony Albert. \nDATE: Tuesday 22 August 2017 \nTIME: Meet in the foyer of the Art Gallery no later than 9.10am for a 9.15am tour \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney NSW 2000\, \nCOST: $25.00 – payable on the day \nPlease note that registration for this tour by Tuesday 15 August is essential as our numbers determine the number of guides that are required. \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: Tuesday 15 August 2017 \nTRANSPORT: The NSW Art Gallery is located the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD\, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain\, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. \nThe Art Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street\, across the Domain\, or from Hyde Park. BUS: Please note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building does NOT commence its service until 10.00am.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-archibald-wynne-sulman-prizes/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.86879;151.21748 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Art Gallery Road\, The Domain:geo:151.21748,-33.86879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170516T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170516T143000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170308T213931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T214341Z UID:8056-1494932400-1494945000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - Macquarie University Art Collection & Sculpture Garden DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join us on Tuesday 16 May 2017 for a special SWIC Art & Culture event at Macquarie University. \nThe Sculpture Park’s significance is globally recognised by the International Directory of Sculpture Parks\, and was listed by Best Value Schools as one of the 25 most amazing sculpture gardens in the world. \nOur morning commences in the Macquarie University Art Gallery at 11.00am with a guided tour of the current exhibition – ‘Ildiko Kovacs and James Drinkwater: Interconnections from the Collection’. The exhibition explores changing ideas and perceptions to abstract painting in Australia from a focus on the materiality of painting itself to a more narrative approach that generates meaning.  Ildiko and James’ works are recent donations. \nThe University Art Collection forms a basis from which in-house curated exhibitions are developed. The Art Collection encompasses modernist works (Australian and International) and emphasises contemporary art practice that includes artists such as Arthur Boyd\, John Brack Sidney Nolan\, Bronwyn Bancroft Marion Borgelt and many more. The collection comprises a range of media from painting\, photography\, video\, prints and drawings to glassware\, ceramics and textiles. \nAfter a short break for a Cup of Tea /Coffee we will reconvene for a tour of the Sculpture Garden. \nSWIC Tour of the Sculpture Garden \nThe University’s open parkland of 126 hectares features significant flora and fauna reserves\, heritage sites\, and an earth sciences garden. Peppered among these natural features are some 130 original sculptures by leading and emerging Australian and international sculptors. \nThe Sculpture Park is a ‘space of possibilities’\, where the environment and people interconnect through a process of discovery\, enjoyment and learning. \nLunch will be in the Library Café and is at your own expense. \nAfter Lunch \nJoin our tour guides for a special tour of the Library Collection. \nDATE: Tuesday 16 May 2016 \nTIME: 11.00am – 2.30 pm \nVENUE: Macquarie University Art Gallery Building E11A\, 19 Eastern Rd\, Macquarie Park\, NSW 2109 \nCOST: No Cost – Macquarie University is generously providing this special event to SWIC free of charge \nOur Commitment: Macquarie University is generously providing this special event to SWIC free of charge. Once your RSVP has been received there is a commitment to attend except of course in extenuating circumstances. Macquarie University will organise guides on the basis of the numbers that SWIC provides on the closing date. The event is limited to 30 members. \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas Email: kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com Mobile: 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: 9 May 2017 \nTRANSPORT: \nBy Car: Parking is available at Macquarie Shopping Centre Car Park – costs are involved. It is about a 10 minute walk to The Macquarie University Art Gallery. There is very limited parking within the University campus. \nBy Bus: Please consult Sydney Buses Routes and Timetables. \nBy Train: Alight at Macquarie University station – Macquarie University railway station is located on the Chatswood to Epping line\, serving the Sydney suburb of Macquarie Park including the nearby Macquarie University and Macquarie Centre. It is served by Sydney Trains T1 Northern services. It is about a 10 minute walk to The Macquarie University Art Gallery.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-macquarie-university-art-collection-sculpture-garden/ LOCATION:Macquarie University\, 19 Eastern Rd\, Macquarie Park\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2109\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.7750195;151.115516 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Macquarie University 19 Eastern Rd Macquarie Park Sydney NSW 2109 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 Eastern Rd\, Macquarie Park:geo:151.115516,-33.7750195 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170418T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170418T140000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170222T110818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T040531Z UID:7939-1492507800-1492524000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - The Elliott-Eyes Collection (WAIT LIST) DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to have the opportunity to visit the Elliott- Eyes Collection in the owners’ Terrace home in Erskineville on Tuesday 18 April. Our hosts are Gordon Elliott and Michael Eyes. Their collection (219 pieces to be precise) of mainly Australian and New Zealand works is to be found in every room and on every wall of their home\, as well as in the courtyard. They have recently decided to open their collection to the public showing small groups through their house by appointment. Expect to be surprised and amazed. The collection unfolds throughout the house. Gordon and Michael are our tour guides and they will introduce you to their art works and tell the story. \nAs this collection is in a private home tour groups are small (maximum 12); therefore we will have two tours back to back\, one commencing at 9.30am and the other commencing at 12noon. \nDATE: Tuesday 18 April 2017 \nTIME: \nTOUR 1: 9.30am – 11.30am followed by a coffee /tea at Café Sofia (compliments of our hosts). Food is at your own at own expense. \nMeet Kay Nicholas at 7 Bridge St\, Erskineville\, NSW 2043 at 9.25am. \nTOUR 2: 12noon – 2.00pm with coffee /tea at Café Sofia from 11.20am prior to the tour  (compliments of our hosts). Food is at your own expense. \nMeet Alison Ross at 11.20 am at Café Sofia for coffee/tea at 7 Swanson St\, Erskineville\, NSW 2043- a two-minute walk from the venue. \nVENUE: 7 Bridge Street\, Erskineville\, NSW 2043 \nCOST: $20 – pay on the day. Your entry fee includes a complimentary cup of coffee or tea at nearby Café Sofia. Please indicate which tour you would prefer. \nPLEASE NOTE: SWIC needs to prepay for Art & Culture tours\, therefore members cancelling after the closing date are asked to pay unless the place can be filled by a member on a waitlist. \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or mobile: 0438 469 044 \nIMPORTANT: When you RSVP please indicate your preference for tour time. We will do our best to accommodate to your preference but cannot guarantee. We will allocate members to groups in the order of receipt of RSVP. \nRSVP BY: 10 April 2017 \nTRANSPORT: We suggest that members use public transport. The venue is 3 minutes’ walk from Erskineville Station. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-elliott-eyes-collection/ LOCATION:Home of Gordon Elliott & Michael Eyes\, 7 Bridge St\, Erskineville\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2043\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.9014868;151.1856879 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Home of Gordon Elliott & Michael Eyes 7 Bridge St Erskineville Sydney NSW 2043 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7 Bridge St\, Erskineville:geo:151.1856879,-33.9014868 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170321T091500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20170321T103000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20170118T055358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T055954Z UID:7714-1490087700-1490092200@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Art & Culture - John Olsen: 'the you beaut country' DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join Art & Culture at the Art Gallery of NSW for a private tour of the much anticipated exhibition of works by renowned Australian artist\, John Olsen\, entitled ‘the you beaut country’. \nThis exhibition is the most comprehensive display ever mounted of Olsen’s work\, and includes paintings\, ceramics\, tapestries and works on paper from collections across Australia. It encompasses the artist’s formative years in Sydney and Europe\, and his return to Australia and development of a spectacular and idiosyncratic vision of the landscape. \nDATE: Tuesday 21 March 2017 \nTIME: Meet in the foyer of the Art Gallery no later than 9.10am for a 9.15am tour \nVENUE: Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney NSW 2000 \nCOST: $25.00 \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: Pay on the Day \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com Mobile: 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: 14 March 2017 \nTRANSPORT: The NSW Art Gallery is located the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD\, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain\, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. \nThe Art Gallery is approximately a 5 minute walk from Macquarie Street\, across the Domain\, or from Hyde Park. \nPlease note that the 441 bus from the Queen Victoria Building does NOT commence its service until 10.00am.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/art-culture-john-olsen-the-you-beaut-country/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Road\, The Domain\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.86879;151.21748 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Art Gallery Road\, The Domain:geo:151.21748,-33.86879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20161027T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20161027T140000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160714T074721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160714T080701Z UID:6482-1477564200-1477576800@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:October Monthly Activity - 'THREAD TOGETHER' DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]The October Monthly Activity is about making a difference. I hope you will join me on a visit to THREAD TOGETHER on Thursday 27 October 2016. The idea is that we come together as SWIC Members and join forces to help those in need. \nOur host is Greg Fisher – General Manager THEAD TOGETHER. \nThe TT Story: Since 2012 over $4\,000\,000 of new clothes have been sourced from 40 clothing manufacturer partners\, then sorted and distributed to over 50\,000 people in need\, both directly and through partner charities across Australia. \nOur Special Program: \n\nWelcome from TT including a short video and program details\, then an introduction to the charity that SWIC will be helping\nMorning Tea\nSorting time for the Thread Together Wardrobe Initiative – all hands on deck!\nLunch and chatting with staff\nBack to our tasks\n\nOutcomes: \n\nExpect to have a day of fun getting to know other SWIC Members\nExpect to be engaged in how the not for profit sector works\, how it is funded and achieves financial sustainability\nExpect to learn about the environmental benefits of TT’s charity\n\nTo learn more before our visit: Please visit Thread Together’s new website at www.threadtogether.org \nNote: The maximum number for this event is 30 members. Should we exceed the number of members wishing to assist I will try to arrange a further visit. \nDATE: Thursday 27 October 2016                                                                                                       \nTIME: 10.30am – 2.00pm \nVENUE: THREAD TOGETHER\, Unit 1\, 1 Anderson St\, Banksmeadow (Botany)\, NSW 2019 \nMeet at the main entrance at 10.25am \nCOST: $25.00 donation payable on the day. This includes Morning Tea. Unlimited Tea/Coffee and cold drinks provided. BYO sandwich lunch \nWhilst Thread Together is very grateful to receive extra hands\, a contribution to its modest operational costs is sought. Every $5 received will provide a full wardrobe of new clothes to someone in need. \nRSVP TO: Chris Robertson at chrisrobertson287@gmail.com \nRSVP BY: No later than 17 October 2016 \nTRANSPORT: Plenty of unrestricted parking in the street \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/october-monthly-activity-thread-together/ LOCATION:Thread Together Distribution Centre\, 1/1 Anderson Street\, Banksmeadow\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2019\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.9470994;151.2109663 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thread Together Distribution Centre 1/1 Anderson Street Banksmeadow Sydney NSW 2019 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1/1 Anderson Street\, Banksmeadow:geo:151.2109663,-33.9470994 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20161013T200000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20161013T220000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160726T065013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160726T065319Z UID:6560-1476388800-1476396000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:'Remembering Pirates' - a SWIC Friends & Partners Evening at the Eternity Theatre DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]SWIC has booked 30 tickets at the Darlinghurst Theatre Company production of Remembering Pirates at The Eternity Theatre on Thursday 13 October at 8.00pm.  This is the World Premiere of this work written by Christopher Harley. \nThe famed children of Peter Pan are now adults. Wendy’s expecting her first child\, John’s a jaded history teacher and Michael’s never around. Each remembers childhood adventures of pirates\, treasure and magic. But memory is a tricky thing. Was it just make-believe or could it have been real? And now adulthood is full of pointless responsibility. If only Peter Pan would return. \nMembers wishing to attend should phone Tania Holloway at The Eternity Theatre Box Office on 9331 3107 to book and purchase seats. Payment is direct to the Theatre. Please quote ‘SWIC Group Booking –Remembering Pirates’ \nDATE: Thursday 13 October 2016 \nTIME: 8.00pm \nVENUE: The Eternity Theatre\, 39 Burton St\, Darlinghurst Sydney NSW 2010 \nCOST: $40.00 pp \nPAYMENT: Direct to the Eternity Theatre Box Office – Phone: (02) 9331 3107 \nMembers should phone Tania Holloway at the Eternity Theatre Box Office on (02)9331 3107 to book seats and pay directly. Please quote – ‘SWIC Group Booking – Remembering Pirates – 13 October at 8.00pm’. \nRSVP: After making your booking at The Eternity Theatre please RSVP immediately to Christine Powell at cpowell40@live.com.au. Please advise the number of tickets purchased so that Christine can keep track of numbers attending and order more tickets if required. \nTRANSPORT: There is no onsite parking and only limited timed street parking near the theatre. Discount parking is available to ticket holders at the Secure Parking Station at 70 Riley Street\, Darlinghurst\, a short walk from the theatre. \nTrains and Buses: Museum Station is the closest train station and is a 10 minute walk to Eternity Playhouse. Alternatively\, Central Station is a five minute bus ride away. Visit www.sydneytrains.info for more information. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/remembering-pirates-a-swic-friends-partners-evening-at-the-eternity-theatre/ LOCATION:Eternity Playhouse\, 39 Burton Street\, Darlinghurst\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8787471;151.2160352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Eternity Playhouse 39 Burton Street Darlinghurst Sydney NSW 2010 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=39 Burton Street\, Darlinghurst:geo:151.2160352,-33.8787471 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160922T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160716T075629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160716T080047Z UID:6489-1474540200-1474545600@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:September Monthly Activity - Tour of Royal Botanic Garden & 32nd Kaldor Public Art Project DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Join SWIC on a 200th Birthday Springtime walking tour of the Royal Botanic Garden – a journey through the first 200 years of its history as a Botanic Garden by the Harbour. \nOur tour ends at the site of the 32nd Kaldor Public Art Project by Wiradjuri/Kamilaroi artist Jonathan Jones. Barrangal dyara (skin and bones) is a vast sculptural installation stretching across 20\,000 square metres of the Royal Botanic Gardens. Thousands of ceramic shields will echo the masses of rubble – the only remnants of the 19th century Garden Palace building after fire. A native kangaroo grassland will form the heart of the installation which will be activated and enlivened by presentations of Indigenous language\, performances\, talks\, special events and workshops each day. \nDATE: Thursday 22 September 2016 \nTIME: 10.30am – 12 noon \nVENUE: The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney\, Mrs Macquaries Rd\, Sydney NSW 2000 \nMeeting Point: Meet at 10.20am at the Tour Start Point at Woolloomooloo Gate\, near the Art Gallery of NSW \nFinishing Point: Site of 32nd Kaldor Art Project near the exit to Macquarie Street \nLunch at the new Botanic Gardens Café\, ‘ Piccolo Me’\, is optional and at your own expense \nCOST: $11.00 (pay on the day) \nRSVP TO: Julie Reading at reading.julie@gmail.com or 0438 195 414 \nRSVP BY: 10 September 2016 \nTRANSPORT: Public transport is highly recommended[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/september-monthly-activity-tour-of-royal-botanic-garden-32nd-kaldor-public-art-project/ LOCATION:Royal Botanic Gardens\, Mrs Macquaries Rd\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.863796;151.2206726 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Royal Botanic Gardens Mrs Macquaries Rd Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Mrs Macquaries Rd:geo:151.2206726,-33.863796 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160825T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160825T120000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160714T002532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160714T002808Z UID:6476-1472119200-1472126400@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:August Monthly Activity - Tour of the Opera Centre DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Staging an opera involves a thrilling combination of highly talented people from all kinds of disciplines – milliners\, wig makers\, cobblers\, costumiers\, designers\, carpenters\, model makers\, scenic artists\, choreographers\, repertoire and language coaches\, stage hands\, stage managers\, directors\, musicians and conductors – not to mention the singers! \nTake a SWIC guided tour of the Opera Centre’s vast production workshops and rehearsal studios\, and see firsthand how an opera is made. \nDATE: Thursday 25 August 2016 \nTIME: 10.00am – 12noon \nVENUE: The Opera Centre\, 480 Elizabeth Street\, Surry Hills NSW 2010 \nCOST: $20.00 (pay on day) \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: 10 August 2016 \nTRANSPORT: \nThe Opera Centre is a 10 minute walk from Central Station (take the Devonshire Street exit).  Please assemble at the Tour Meeting Point at the front entrance 15 minutes prior to the tour.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/august-monthly-activity-tour-of-the-opera-centre/ LOCATION:Opera Centre\, 480 Elizabeth Street\, Surry Hills\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8883479;151.2086225 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Opera Centre 480 Elizabeth Street Surry Hills Sydney NSW 2010 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=480 Elizabeth Street\, Surry Hills:geo:151.2086225,-33.8883479 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160728T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160728T123000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160609T013434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T014710Z UID:6101-1469701800-1469709000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Monthly Activity - Gastronomic Tour of Vaucluse House DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]‘Eat Your History’ with Jacqui Newling\, Author & Food Curator at Sydney Living Museums \nYou may have visited Vaucluse House before but this event is a very different experience. Our host is Jacqui Newling\, Food Curator at Sydney Living Museums and author of ‘Eat Your History’.  Our SWIC visit includes a gastronomic tour of Vaucluse House (A Sydney Living Museum) and a hands-on chutney making session in the kitchen wing using an old recipe dating back to the 1800s. You may wish to join me for lunch in the tearooms after the activity. Lunch is at your own expense. Please note that maximum number for this event is 20 members. \nDATE: Thursday 28 July 2016 \nTIME: 10.30am -12.30pm \nVENUE: Vaucluse House\, Wentworth Road\, Vaucluse\, NSW 2030 \nMeet at the main entrance at 10.20am \nCOST: $30.00 \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: \nPayment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Cart at the bottom of the page \nPayment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account \nAccount Name: SWIC Inc. \nBSB No: 112-879 \nAccount No: 431-019-281 \nDescription: Vaucluse + your initial and surname \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: No later than Friday 15 July2016. No refunds after the closing date \nTRANSPORT: \nThere is free parking in the grounds \nEasy Public transport options: For up-to-date timetables or to find the quickest public transport routes visit the Transport Infoline or call 131500.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][woocomposer_product product_id=”6104″ product_style=”style01″ text_align=”left” on_sale_style=”wcmp-sale-circle” on_sale_alignment=”wcmp-sale-right” product_img_disp=”single” img_animate=”rotate-clock” border_color=”#333333″ border_size=”1″ border_radius=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/monthly-activity-gastronomic-tour-of-vaucluse-house/ LOCATION:Vaucluse House\, Wentworth Road\, Vaucluse\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2030\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8540889;151.271649 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Vaucluse House Wentworth Road Vaucluse Sydney NSW 2030 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Wentworth Road\, Vaucluse:geo:151.271649,-33.8540889 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160623T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160623T140000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160508T074740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160610T115515Z UID:5988-1466677800-1466690400@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:June Monthly Activity - Visit to 'Thread Together' Not-for-Profit Program DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]‘Thread Together’ is a Not for Profit Program Supporting Women & Children\, Refugees and many others. \nThe June Monthly Activity is about making a difference. I hope you will join me on a visit to THREAD TOGETHER on Thursday 23 June. Our host is Greg Fisher\, General Manager of THREAD TOGETHER. \nThe TT Story: Since 2012 over $4\,000\,000 of new clothes have been sourced from 40 clothing manufacturer partners\, then sorted and distributed to over 50\,000 people in need\, both directly and through partner charities across Australia. The idea is that we come together as SWIC members and join forces to help those in need. \nThe Program: Welcome from TT including a short video and program details then an introduction to the charity we will be helping. Then it is time to sort the new donated clothes. Expect to have a day of fun getting to know other SWIC Members. Expect to be engaged in how the not-for-profit sector works\, how it is funded and achieves financial sustainability. Expect to learn about the environmental benefits of TT’s charity. \nPlease note that maximum number for this event is 30 members. Should we exceed the number of members wishing to assist\, I will try to arrange a further visit. \nDATE: Thursday 23 June 2016 \nTIME: 10.30am -2.00pm \nVENUE: THREAD TOGETHER Distribution Centre\, 1 Anderson Street\, Banksmeadow NSW 2019 (Note changed address) \nMeet at the main entrance at 10.25am \nCOST: $25.00 donation includes Morning Tea. BYO Sandwich Lunch. Unlimited Tea/Coffee and cold drinks provided. Whilst Thread Together is very grateful to receive extra hands\, a contribution to its modest operational costs is sought. Every $5 received will provide a full wardrobe of clothes to someone in need. \nPAYMENT: Payable on the day \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: No later than 16 June 2016 \nTRANSPORT: Bus from Circular Quay and Sydney CBD. There are four parking spaces onsite + street parking[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/june-monthly-activity-visit-to-thread-together-not-for-profit-program/ LOCATION:Thread Together Distribution Centre\, 1/1 Anderson Street\, Banksmeadow\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2019\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.9470994;151.2109663 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thread Together Distribution Centre 1/1 Anderson Street Banksmeadow Sydney NSW 2019 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1/1 Anderson Street\, Banksmeadow:geo:151.2109663,-33.9470994 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160526T113000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160526T140000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160406T000538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T224608Z UID:5821-1464262200-1464271200@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Special Activity - Tour of Kensington Street Precinct - WAIT LIST DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]On Thursday 26 May 2016 we will tour Sydney’s exciting new Kensington Street Precinct with Nicky Ginsberg\, Creative Director; enjoy Lunch in Spice Alley; and ‘Meet the Concierge’ at The Old Clare Hotel. \nJoin Nicky Ginsberg on a tour of the transformed and adaptively revitalised Kensington Street precinct. Forming the eastern boundary of the $2 billion Central Park urban village on Broadway\, Kensington Street has been reborn as Sydney’s latest laneway – a new home for restaurants\, cafes\, small bars\, markets\, artists\, galleries\, innovative retailers\, and creative types\, combining heritage architecture with bold contemporary ideas. Saving the terraces was critical\, having become isolated by surrounding developments. Many original features\, including joinery and staircases remain. Step inside and you’ll be transported to the early settler days of Sydney\, when houses\, rum stores and stables sat side by side. Other key heritage elements have been saved including the former Carlton and United Brewery offices and warehouses. \nAt the conclusion of the tour enjoy a special SWIC lunch in Spice Alley and then ‘Meet the Concierge’ at the Old Clare Hotel for a tour of Sydney’s newest boutique hotel. In creating the new ’Old Clare’\, Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects wanted to tap into Sydney’s history by combing a Victorian brewery headquarters with an Art Deco hotel to form the Old Clare Hotel. \nPlease note that this activity is limited to 20 places  \nDATE: 26 May 2016 \nTIME: 11.30 am – 2.00pm \nVENUE: 1 Kensington St\, Chippendale NSW 2008 \nMeet at the main Entrance of The Old Clare Hotel \nCOST: $25.00 which includes a taste of Asia light lunch. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS: \nPayment Option 1: By Credit Card through the Cart at the bottom of the page \nPayment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account \nAccount Name: SWIC Inc. \nBSB No: 112-879 \nAccount No: 431-019-281 \nDescription: Kensington + your initial and surname \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com OR 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: 16 May 2016 \nTRANSPORT: \nPublic Transport – a 10 minute walk along George Street from Central Station or bus along George Street. Alight at the bus stop close to the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on George Street.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][woocomposer_product product_id=”5824″ product_style=”style01″ text_align=”left” on_sale_style=”wcmp-sale-circle” on_sale_alignment=”wcmp-sale-right” product_img_disp=”single” img_animate=”rotate-clock” border_color=”#333333″ border_size=”1″ border_radius=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/special-activity-tour-of-kensington-street-precinct/ LOCATION:Kensington Street Precinct\, 1 Kensington Street\, Chippendale\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2008\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8850632;151.2017096 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kensington Street Precinct 1 Kensington Street Chippendale Sydney NSW 2008 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Kensington Street\, Chippendale:geo:151.2017096,-33.8850632 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160503T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160311T002152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160311T002933Z UID:5736-1462269600-1462276800@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:SWIC & Australia's Biggest Morning Tea DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]You are invited to attend the Sydney Women’s International Club‘s ‘Biggest Morning Tea’ at the home of Satya Colpani at 10.00 am on 3 May 2016.   Let’s get together again this year to support The Cancer Council’s major fundraiser. Have a cuppa\, share some tasty treats and help beat cancer. \nPlease support our fundraising raffle by donating gourmet foods\, beauty products\, wine\, toiletries etc as well as any baskets/hampers and of course by purchasing lucky tickets on the day. Notification of pickup and drop off places for raffle donations will be advised in our April communications email. All proceeds from this event go to The Cancer Council. \nDATE: 3 May 2016 \nTIME: 10.00am – 12 noon \nVENUE: At the home of Satya Colpani\, 22A Burran Ave\, Mosman NSW 2088 \nCOST: $20.00     Payable at the door \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or  0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: 29 April 2016 \nTRANSPORT: Street parking[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/swic-australias-biggest-morning-tea/ LOCATION:Home of Satya Colpani\, 22A Burran Avenue\, Mosman\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2088\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.818487;151.252236 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Home of Satya Colpani 22A Burran Avenue Mosman Sydney NSW 2088 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=22A Burran Avenue\, Mosman:geo:151.252236,-33.818487 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160428T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160428T113000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160309T041032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160329T004544Z UID:5717-1461839400-1461843000@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:April Monthly Activity - Visit to the Eternity Playhouse - WAIT LIST DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Don’t miss this SWIC visit to the Eternity Playhouse\, home of the Darlinghurst Theatre Company. \nOur host is Glenn Terry\, Executive Producer of the Darlinghurst Theatre Company. The Eternity Playhouse opened in November 2013\, and as the new home for the theatre company\, has quickly become a prominent and iconic theatre destination in Sydney. This 127-year old heritage listed building was restored and renovated by the City of Sydney into a state-of-the-art 200-seat theatre and creative arts centre. \nThe former Baptist Tabernacle was named in honour of Sydney identity\, Arthur Stace\, who became known as ‘Mr Eternity’. It was in this very church that Stace heard the sermon that inspired him to anonymously chalk ‘Eternity’ on the city’s footpaths for over 30 years. \nPlease note that this activity is limited to 20 places. \nDATE: 28 April 2016 \nTIME: 10.30am – 11.30am \nVENUE: Eternity Playhouse\, 39 Burton St\, Darlinghurst NSW 2010 \nCOST: No cost \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or Mobile 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY: 18 April 2016 \nTRANSPORT: \nParking: There is no onsite parking and only limited timed street parking near the theatre. Discount parking is available to ticket holders at the Secure Parking Station at 70 Riley Street\, Darlinghurst\, a short walk from the theatre. \nTrains and Buses: Museum Station is the closest train station and is a 10 minute walk to Eternity Playhouse. Alternatively\, Central Station is a five minute bus ride away. Visit www.sydneytrains.info for more information[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/visit-to-the-eternity-pace-in-the-baptist-tabernacle-building/ LOCATION:Eternity Playhouse\, 39 Burton Street\, Darlinghurst\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8787471;151.2160352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Eternity Playhouse 39 Burton Street Darlinghurst Sydney NSW 2010 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=39 Burton Street\, Darlinghurst:geo:151.2160352,-33.8787471 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160412T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160412T120000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160310T051346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160310T052018Z UID:5730-1460455200-1460462400@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:April Coffee Morning & Chat DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]This Coffee Morning is a chance to catch up and chat with other members whilst enjoying a delicious morning tea; to hear about upcoming SWIC activities and events; and to make suggestions. \nDATE: Tuesday 12 April 2016 \nTIME: 10.00am-12 noon \nVENUE: At the home of Kerstin Andersson\, 27 Fairfax Road\, Mosman 2088 \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com \nRSVP BY: Friday 8 April 2016[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/april-coffee-morning-discussion/ LOCATION:Home of Kerstin Andersson\, 27 Fairfax Road\, Mosman\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2088\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.817423;151.249305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Home of Kerstin Andersson 27 Fairfax Road Mosman Sydney NSW 2088 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=27 Fairfax Road\, Mosman:geo:151.249305,-33.817423 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160331T095500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160331T120000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160205T105256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160316T065537Z UID:5445-1459418100-1459425600@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:March Monthly Activity - Dinosaur Design Studio Tour - WAIT LIST DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] \nFor our March Monthly Activity we will visit Dinosaur Design Studio to meet the designers and enjoy a SWIC tour of this iconic Australian enterprise. This tour is limited to 20 places. \nDinosaur Design Studio in Strawberry Hills is where Dinosaur Designers\, Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy and their team\, develop and produce unique pieces for their collections. Products in the collection include jewellery\, homewares and lifestyle. Every piece made is crafted by hand in Australia\, passing through many pairs of hands in the process and giving each piece the slight differences that make it unique.  Dinosaur Designs was launched three decades ago and now has eight stores worldwide. They wholesale around the world and have an on-line business as well. \nAfter our visit\, there will be an opportunity to shop next door at EXTINCT – Dinosaur Design Discount Store. You may like to join us for Morning Tea afterwards at Three Williams Café. \nPLEASE NOTE: All handbags and carry bags must be left at reception prior to the tour. They will be kept in a secure place. This is to prevent possible breakages as we will be moving in confined spaces. Closed toe shoes must be worn. Protective glasses are provided. No photography will be allowed. \nDATE: 31 March 2016 \nTIME: 9.55am for a 10.00am start \nMEETING PLACE: Main Entrance Dinosaur Design Studio at 585 Elizabeth St Strawberry Hills. All visitors are required to complete an OH&S ‘sign off’ before the tour. When you RSVP for the tour you will be emailed a copy of the form in advance so you can brng it completed on the day. \nCOST: No Cost    Morning Tea at Three Williams Café is at your own expense http://threewilliamscafe.com/ \nRSVP TO: Kay Nicholas at  Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com or Mobile: 0438 469 044 \nRSVP BY:  23 March 2016    \nTRANSPORT: No parking available; please use public transport \n  \nYOU CAN PRINT OFF THIS NOTICE BY GOING TO THE TOOL BAR AT THE TOP OF YOUR SCREEN AND CLICKING ON FILE THEN PRINT[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/dinosaur-design-studio-tour/ LOCATION:Dinosaur Design Studio\, 585 Elizabeth Street\, Strawberry Hills \, Sydney\, NSW\, 2012\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Dinosaur-Designs.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.890628;151.207514 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dinosaur Design Studio 585 Elizabeth Street Strawberry Hills Sydney NSW 2012 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=585 Elizabeth Street\, Strawberry Hills:geo:151.207514,-33.890628 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160225T105000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20160225T123000 DTSTAMP:20260605T012329 CREATED:20160113T014523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160113T015850Z UID:5331-1456397400-1456403400@admin.swic.org.au SUMMARY:Tour of NSW Anzac Memorial - Hyde Park DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Our Special Activity for February is a tour of Sydney’s Anzac Memorial. It commences with a 15 minute Remembrance Ceremony followed by a 1.5 hour tour. \nThe Memorial is a place of meditative silence\, serene calmness and tranquillity and is regarded as one of the finest examples of Art Deco architecture in Australia. The design was the collaboration of Sydney architect Bruce Dellit\, along with English immigrant artist and veteran of the Great War\, George Raynor Hoff. The granite-faced Anzac Memorial is the centrepiece in a network of paths through Hyde Park that pass the Pool of Reflection. The exterior of the building features 16 seated buttress figures and four standing corner figures. Each of these figures is in the uniform of a sailor\, soldier or nurse. The flat-faced exterior of the Anzac Memorial contrasts with the curves of the interior spaces. At the heart of the Anzac Memorial is the bronze statue ‘Sacrifice’\, created by George Rayner Hoff. The Hall of Memory features a ceiling with over 120\,000 gold-plated stars\, one for each of the men and women from New South Wales who served overseas in the Australian Imperial Force. At ground level in the Hall of Memory\, curved niches are engraved with the battle honours of the four principal areas in which Australians saw active service during the Great War. The niches include Gallipoli\, France and Belgium\, Egypt and Palestine and the world’s oceans. \nVenue: ANZAC Memorial\, Hyde Park\, Sydney \nMeeting Place: Reception Desk located in the Exhibition Hall\, Hyde Park \nTime: Start – 10.50am  Finish – 12.30pm  Please note:  The Remembrance Service commences at 11.00am \nCost: There is no cost but this is a private tour and the staff are paid. Final numbers must be provided by the close date. A donation would be greatly appreciated. \nRSVP to Kay Nicholas at Kay.k.nicholas@gmail.com by 17 February 2016 \n  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://admin.swic.org.au/groupevent/tour-of-nsw-anzac-memorial-hyde-park-25-february-2016/ LOCATION:ANZAC Memorial\, Hyde Park\, Sydney \, NSW\, 2000\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://admin.swic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/ANZAC-Memorial.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kay Nicholas":MAILTO:swic.artandculture@gmail.com GEO:-33.8731383;151.2112757 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ANZAC Memorial Hyde Park Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hyde Park:geo:151.2112757,-33.8731383 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR