Community Gardens Sydney

Greenups Spring. In The Garden

For the Spring event we’re doing green drinks old-school style. Join us, [Greenups](https://greenups.au/), [Regen Sydney](https://www.regen.sydney/) and the [Pocket City Farms](https://www.pocketcityfarms.com.au/) crews, in the garden (the beer garden & the veggie patch), with the sun on our backs, dirt under the nails, beer in hand, for some casual, low-key, easy 'spring in the air' vibes. Spring is the time to prepare the soil, plant seeds, and tend to the young crops. So let’s get outside, reconnect, tend, nurture ourselves, find strength, and just have some fun! **Why** A lot of people in the broader Greenups community have had their shoulder to the wheel for years now - working on climate, nature, cities, food, energy and systems change - many, now experts in their fields. And a common refrain lately: “It’s hard.”... Frankly, many of the things we’ve fought for are not going the way we’d hoped, and we're all feeling the pressure. ...so it's often followed by “I’m exhausted.” So spring feels like a good moment as any to call a small time-out, to stop and smell the natives. **What to expect** In the spirit of the early Greenups: let’s just turn up, meet some good people, have a drink, swap ideas and see what grows. Old faces, new connections, good music, tasty food, feet on the ground, fun in the sun. Zero “sage on a stage” vibes. Daylight saving will have just started. It’s the last week of the school holidays. It's a kid-friendly venue, and kids eat free at Camperdown Commons on Wednesdays! \* **Who** Pocket City Farms will show us around the farm, including a garden tour, and bring us up to date on their journey so far, and where to next. We’re inviting some of our Regen Sydney and Community Garden friends along too, with hopefully another special guest to announce soon. \* No, this not only for families, not at all. This will be a regular Greenups for grownups, but at a venue that is well suited to kids. So if you want to bring your 'young crops', please do!

Reconnecting - Plantforward Delights

Picnic

OVERCOMING ANXIETY - Free Coaching Session

**This is 1:1 call. After RSVP, someone from our team will contact you and send you calendly link for scheduling meeting** This is a free coaching session as a part of our promotional activity, created for individuals who are experiencing anxiety and want to regain a sense of inner balance and control 🌿 In this session, we will explore what anxiety means for you - what triggers it, how it shows up in your thoughts and body, and what keeps it active. You will be guided through a supportive conversation that helps you understand your inner processes more clearly, without judgment or pressure 🤝 The focus is not only on awareness, but also on practical steps. You will learn simple and effective techniques that can help you calm your mind, reduce tension, and respond differently in challenging moments. We will also look at how your patterns of thinking and emotional responses influence your experience, and how small shifts can create meaningful change over time 🔄 This is a safe space where you can openly share, feel heard, and begin building a more stable, grounded, and confident version of yourself 💬

Auburn Food Walking Tour, Mon 5 Oct, 11:30am

Back by popular demand.... our Auburn Food Walking Tour ! There are so many amazing foodie neighbourhoods in Sydney and we love exploring them! The Auburn Food scene is a foodie haven for many delicious savoury and sweet treats. We're going to be hitting up and tasting treats from several delicious street food spots. If you're curious about trying out a range of Middle Eastern, Somalian, Turkish, Indian foods and more, this is a great way to try them out in a safe and supportive space. Some of the foods we might be covering : * Turkish bread Acma (image that a croissant and bagel had a baby!) * Somalian halawa dessert (very different from Indian and Middle Eastern halawa) - if available * Afghan freshly baked bread * Nepalese Momos * Indian Pani Puri - if available * Chinese Pork Baozi * Turkish Grilled Olives & Bastirma cured beef * Lebanese sausages * Middle eastern saffron ice cream * Turkish Coffee & Baklava house with my fave turkish dessert kazan dibi * As many of the possible options we can cover based on people's preferences on the day (so let me know if there's something you def want to try)... you will run out of appetite before we run out of food options! Plus we'll point out a range of other tasty spots along the way if you're keen to come back another day or still hungry. Definitely bring an appetite - There's a ton of delicious food to try! Meeting Location : By the opal machines at the exit of the Auburn train station (everything is nearby) Meeting Time : Meet at 11:30am, we depart after a few intros at 11:40am Cost : Tour is no cost. You only pay for whatever you eat. We usually take turns of sharing costs of certain dishes so we can all try even more foods. Plus many of our Sydney Kitchen Catchup members tell me when we get together, they always find that it's so great to have a space where they can chat with like-minded kitchen enthusiasts about food, cooking and/or baking for a few hours. And regardless of whether you're just starting out or are a professional chef, there is always something interesting to learn from the breadth of experience across this amazing group of people. Let us know if you have any allergies or food preferences and we'll do our best to keep that in mind for the tour. Looking forward to seeing you all there for another great foodie adventure! ☺️ -- Kitchen Catchup Code of Conduct The Kitchen Catchup community is a space for all members of all skill levels to, both in person and online, \>\> safely discuss\, cook and eat all types of foods from around the world\, \>\> be treated fairly\, equally and with respect by all members\, and \>\> socialise & learn in an environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination\. If you do not care for a certain ingredient, dish, cuisine or cooking technique (we all have these!), there is no issue with mentioning that you don't like it; however, please avoid negative reactions (verbal or otherwise) that could make other members in the group feel uncomfortable. Given the limited number of spots available at our events and as we often have a waitlist, we also have a zero-tolerance policy for no-shows. If you can't make it any longer to an event, update your RSVP so that someone else doesn't miss out. Thanks for helping to keep our community amazing!

Coffee at Art Gallery of NSW

**Event Summary:** We're holding our monthly social event at the NSW Art Gallery. Interested to meet new people ? Or refresh existing friendships with members of our human hearted community ? Or just curious about what it means to be [Human Hearted?](https://linktr.ee/humanheartedsydney) Or perhaps you just want a cup of coffee with new people in a relaxing atmosphere. Then come along to meet us at the NSW Art Gallery. We'll meet at the steps out front (of the original gallery) at 10:30 am. (Unless its raining in which case we'll move up a bit to get some shelter). Then we'll head down to the cafe for coffee and conversation. After that some of us will stroll the gallery. You're welcome to join us or take your own path through the gallery. **Venue:** The venue is The Art Gallery of NSW in Art gallery road, The Domain. We'll be meeting at the Naala Nura Building (the older building) with the columns and steps at the main entrance. We'll meet at the steps. **Connecting to our values:** This event is part of living out Human Hearted Sydney's values of positive social connection and building community in Sydney. So lets meet and connect with those we already know, and those we haven't met before. All are welcome to socialise, meet new people, and build friendships.

"Lewisham to Flemington" via-New-Greenway-Canterbury-Croydon-Strathfield-14.7km!

**"Lewisham to Flemington" via Greenway-Canterbury-Campsie-Strathfield-13km!** **WHY WALK?** 1\. Would you like to live longer? Well guess what\, get out and keep on walking\. Yes\! Yes\! 2\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! 3\. Healthy\, you bet yu\! and yes it makes you happy\, feeling good inside guaranteed\. **New exciting & Interesting version walk/hike a tantalising fun day out!** 1\. Lewisham to Dulwich Hill on first leg\, then to Canterbury\. 2\. Lee's Park then Croydon Park to Flockhart Park\. 3\. We follow the Cooks River for long sections\. 4\. Ford Park to Strathfield Golf Club\. 5\. Slide past Rookwood Cemetery to Airey Park\. 6\. Hit Flemington with a feeling of ultimate achievement\. **Meeting Point:** Outside South side of Lewisham Station at street. Railway Terrace. **Distance:** 14.7km **Difficulty:** Moderate due to distance, reasonably flat, "easy peasy". **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50 per hour. **What to Bring:** Comfortable outfit, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash or **PAY ID** 0435801602 name George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text)

SOCIAL SESSION!!! Japanese Food Festival!

Howdy hikers. I'm on the train creating this on my mobile, so please pardon the lack of usual marketing glitter and politically incorrect verbage. Here's my thought... a) 5pm -6pm Pub by Carriageworks. b) 6pm Japanese Festival for food, beer. c) 730pm Pub #2. https://japanstreatparty.com/ Social nite! No hike. No cost. Japanese hikers? Get your ass in this one! MJ

Play pickleball at Pennant Hills Park! Wednesday 7:15pm

Play Theatre Games in the Park! (Sydney)

Join us at the Botanic Gardens, next to the Cupid Statue, to play Theatre Games with friendly and awesome people! Afterwards, we go for a drink at a nearby pub. Everyone is welcome, no matter your level of Improv expertise! For an example of the type of fun that can go on in our days see: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a23t0evG3xI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a23t0evG3xI) There is a $3 fee per event, or you can pay a $25 annual membership fee. This covers the costs of running the group. The fee can be paid in person, or by transferring to the following account: Name: Theatre Games BSB: 923 100 Acc No: 313632027 Use your name in the reference line so the Treasurer can keep track of your contribution. If you choose to pay the annual membership fee, it would be a great help to us if you would note your membership start date, and renew your membership when needed. This will avoid us spending time on account-keeping, which means we can instead focus on making the games as fun as possible! We have Facebook and Instagram pages, on which we post group photos and occasionally other announcements. Feel free to Like :) [https://www.facebook.com/Theatre-Games-in-the-Park-Sydney-487255451682498/](https://www.facebook.com/Theatre-Games-in-the-Park-Sydney-487255451682498/) [https://www.instagram.com/theatregamesintheparksydney](https://www.instagram.com/theatregamesintheparksydney?fbclid=IwAR2fMlbCnv1PVQXX0xO7d6d_4mMDsXtT3dcs1awToamKK-ag1AAQhVYyPLQ) **FAQ** **Location & Parking** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yed3pMB9eC1oeAXA7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yed3pMB9eC1oeAXA7) Between Church St and Sorrell St. Near the river. Down the stairs from the Riverside Theatre and to the east along the path. If you have trouble finding us, please post in the event comments as we'll keep an eye on this. Parking is free and usually ample in northern Parramatta, in Sorrell Street and surrounding streets to the north of the river. **Instructional videos for newcomers** For those completely new to the concept of theatre games or improvisation, you might find the following instructional videos helpful to you: 1. The importance of facing the audience in the right way [https://youtu.be/VO7EXv-dVYA](https://youtu.be/VO7EXv-dVYA) 2\. The importance of not saying "no" to everything in a scene: [https://youtu.be/GjptDwG96e8](https://youtu.be/GjptDwG96e8) **Why is my status saying "Unpaid" even though I have paid?** This is due to a bad design feature of the Meetup website, please ignore it! **Keeping up with the latest news and related fun events** Go to our Facebook Discussion Group. This is a fun way to share improv/comedy clips, discuss improv and generally chat with the cool members of our group! [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2112357978921450](https://www.facebook.com/groups/2112357978921450) **What if it rains?** The bridge has been chosen for this reason! A large concrete apron exists under the bridge - easily measuring 5 metres deep and at least 10m long. More than enough space to perform in and yet still provide shelter from rain. **Can you help promote my event / group / cult?** Yes.. but within reason! We love to help our members who are doing awesome and creative projects. The problem is that because we get asked to promote things so often, we cannot do so via social media posts. As this would cause our members to be "spammed" and announcements about upcoming events to get buried. However, there are still two ways we can help to promote your project. Firstly, please feel free to post on our Facebook Discussion group. Secondly, you are also welcome to post in our [Meetup Forum](https://www.meetup.com/Theatre-Games-in-the-Park/discussions/), where your post may be seen by our 1,800+ members. Lastly, we may be able to help in additional ways if you wish to share an opportunity for our members to perform. In this case we may be able to send a Meetup Message to our members, or to announce it in person at our events. **What if I have other questions?** If possible please post any questions in the comments area below rather than directly messaging us, so that others can see the answer too. This will allow us to spend less time answering messages, and more time making the games as fun as possible!

Under-39s & Carers/Families: cafe and walk in Waverton - Five year anniversary!

"Central to Lewisham" (part Greenway) Ultimo-Glebe-Rozelle-Leichhardt-12km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! **NOTE: "Meeting Point" - Grand Central Station's "Transport Information Big Board" near Platform 4.** Café perfectly placed nearby if you arrive early. Meet other walkers. **Central Station Start**, down Railway Colonnade Drive to the famous "The Goods Line" then zig-zag our way to Wentworth Park. Go across to Glebe Rowing Club, sneak past **Blackwater Bay Park**, **Bicentennial Park**, **Jubilee Park** and **Federal Park**. From **Glebe Foreshore Park**, we cross over the Pedestrian Bridge at **Whites Creek**. Walk between **Rozelle Wetlands**, with some fun interesting pathway variations. We emerge at Cohen Park Tennis Courts. **Whites Creek Valley Park** to **Memorial Park.** Toilets and water fountains along these walkways. Exciting new areas of Sydney! **HALF WAY** stop for 22 minutes at **"Son of a Baker"** cafe/bakery. We can sit at tables/chairs inside or outside, the perfect spot, food to buy or grab from backpack! **"Hit the Road again"** wandering along to **Pioneer Memorial Park** & **Blackmore Oval**, then **"THE GREENWAY TRACK START"** to Lewisham. **Distance:** 12km **Difficulty:** Easy Walk, exit spots, trails, walkways, lanes, tracks, pathways, parks! **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50km per hour. **Bring:** water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat in case. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash on arrival or **PAY ID** 0435801602 George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text) - More people arrive from our combined meetup groups for these **Walking Events.**