Good morning, Inner West. Welcome to the second edition of the Inner West Guide. We’ve been enjoying the early spring weather this week - nothing makes an Inner Westie happier than low humidity without the usual rising damp or mould making an appearance.

In today’s Inner West Guide:

Keep the Kids Cool This Week 😃 🙃
A Bumper What’s Happening - This Week and Beyond 🪩 🎶
The Gig Guide 🎸 🎵

Note: Please check to confirm details are accurate with venues, event providers, restaurants and pubs by clicking through to their site. Events are occasionally cancelled at the last minute and specials can change.

Grab your morning coffee and join us as we explore the Inner West together.

— Jess Thorning

@Innerwestguide

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Keep Kids Busy Guide 🧒 👶

5 things to keep kids 5 and under busy!

🏖 Water Play to Escape the Heat: It’s been hot this week and next week will be just as warm. Let the kids cool down at a water play park nearby to the Inner West. Not all water play parks are open at this time of year, so we’ve shared a few that are available all year round.

Darling Harbour: Probably Sydney’s best water play park. Water play open 8am to 6pm. Plenty of shaded areas, toilets and food options. The new section of the playground is great for older kids, but it’s quite hard to keep an eye on your kids when busy due to the design. Tumbalong Park, Darling Quarter, 1 – 25 harbour Street, Darling Harbour
Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre: 4 pools and an aqua play area that is indoors. Indoor aqua pool open Monday to Sunday 9AM to 8PM. Plenty of shaded areas, toilets and on-site Cafe. See website for entry fees. 17 Zetland Avenue, Zetland
Mary O’Brien Reserve @ Zetland: Water play area open 8am to 6pm every day except Tuesday. Plus 2 playgrounds, BBQ’s, shaded areas and a bike/scooter path. Cafe across the road. Corner Joynton Avenue and Tilford Street, Zetland
Pirrama Park Playground @ Pyrmont: Water play open 8am to 6pm every day except Tuesday. Plus playground, shaded areas, toilets and cafe adjacent to playground. Cafe nearby and public toilets. Pirrama Road, Pyrmont

🚲 Balance Bike Clinic @ Sydney Park Cycling Centre: Kids start on balance bikes and once confident, can move onto pedal bikes. Run by Bikewise and CoS. Interactive class designed to get parents involved. Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years. Bikes and helmets are provided, or you can BYO. Turn up between 9am to 10:45am and register with the instructors at the Sydney Park Cycling Centre. Every Saturday 9am to 11am except public holidays and during our Christmas break - 410-416 Sydney Park Road, Alexandria

🚌 French for Littles: Introduce your little ones to the beauty of French language and discover the joy of learning with your child. There are baby, toddler and preschooler classes. Classes are run in Erskineville Town Hall. View the class schedule and more info here.

🧸 Baby & Toddler Time @ Petersham RSL: Join Messy Makers on Tuesdays for a FREE hour of messy and sensory play. A range of activities are planned and it is suitable for 3+ months. You must be a Petersham RSL member or join on the day. ($5 for 12 months). Pre-bookings required. Tuesdays 11:30 AM to 12:30 AM.

🎦 See a Baby Friendly Movie: Catch a baby friendly movie screening that are tailored to meet the needs of parents and carers. Dendy Newtown runs sessions on Thursday and Friday morning with free admission for kids under 5. Palace Norton St runs sessions 11 AM Thursdays, and Palace Central on Wednesdays at 11 AM. Children under 3 years are free at Palace Cinemas.

📆 Plan Ahead for Family Fun!

🎨Biennial Wilkins Fair Day: It’s back again on Sunday 8 September. Pop it in your calendar and get ready for carnival rides, Sideshow Alley, performances, a Spin and Win prize wheel, a 🍫chocolate trailer, jams, plants and gifts from the Wilkins Greens, sports competitions and activities, a Girl Guides crafting area and more! Pre-purchase your ride wristbands and save here! The first wristband is $30 and up to three more can be purchased at a discounted rate of $25 each. Sunday 8 September 2024, 10 AM to 4 PM — Wilkins Public School, 50 Park Rd, Marrickville

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Weekend Preview and Beyond 😎

Friday

🏅Watch the Paralympics Live @ Darling Harbour: The Paralympics has commenced! Come together and watch the world’s greatest athletes compete. The atmosphere will be electric. Bring your own food or grab something nearby. Every day, 5 PM to 11 AM until Sunday 8 September - Darling Harbour, Sydney

🎻 Musical Moments @ Becketts: This Friday and Saturday enjoy fabulous French cuisine accompanied by beautiful music from the baby grand piano, played for you by their accomplished pianists. Bookings recommended. 6 PM to 10 PM. 134A Glebe Point Rd, Glebe

🎭 Hangmen by Martin McDonagh @ New Theatre: This brilliant, funny and wildly off-beat play (from the acclaimed writer of In Bruges, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, The Lieutenant of Inishmore and The Lonesome West) is a stinging condemnation of state-sanctioned murder delivered with furious, macabre humour. Rated MA. See website for times and tickets. Runs until 14 September. 7:30 PM - 542 King St, Newtown

🖼 Printmaker show @ Tiliqua Tiliqua: Artists from all corners of the print media universe take part – the etchers, cutters, drypointers, squeegee enthusiasts, collagraph aficionados. This year there are over fifty works from forty very different artists. All for sale, all incredible. So check out the accessible, affordable, beautiful world of the print. FREE. 12 PM to 6 PM - 257 Enmore Rd, Enmore

Saturday

⚡ Hair Braiding & Electrical Circuits Workshop @ South Eveleigh: Join their family-friendly events this Saturday. They are free for everyone to enjoy. 2 PM to 5 PM. Ground Level at Innovation Plaza, Locomotive St, Eveleigh

♻ Recycle It Saturday: City of Sydney Councils free recycling drop-off event. Only for City of Sydney residents. See website for details on what you can bring to be recycled. Saturday 31 August, 9 AM to 3 PM - Alexandra Canal Depot, 67C Bourke Rd, Alexandria

🍓 Carriageworks Farmers Markets: This beloved institution showcases the freshest seasonal produce and artisanal delights from local NSW growers and producers. From farm-fresh vegetables to fresh cut flowers, there is a lot on offer for food enthusiasts. 8 AM to 1 PM - Carriageworks, 245 Wilson St, Eveleigh

🎲 Tabletop Games for Youth: Join Leichhardt Library for a tabletop games session. From card games to role playing and strategy, you can even BYO games. Games include Catan, Wyrmspan, Sushi Go, Exploding Kittens, Codenames, Chess and more. Reserve your spot here. Ages 13 to 18. Saturday 31 August 2024, 1:30 AM to 4:30 PM - Leichhardt Library, The Italian Forum 23 Norton St, Leichhardt

🎭 My Name is Rachel Corrie @ Theatre Redfern: A one-woman play based on the diaries and emails of Rachel Corrie, a young American aid worker with an intense passion for human rights, equality and justice for all. In 2003, she her home and college in Washington, to join the International Solidarity Movement in the Middle East, a group that was protesting the demolition of civilian homes in the Gaza strip. Unfortunately, Rachel never made it back home. 3 PM and 7:30 PM. Runs until 8 September. See website for times and tickets.

🖼 Portrait of a Landscape @ Corner Gallery: Join local artist Mark Naismith-Beeley for an exhibition of local urban landscapes together with a figurative painting demonstration. Official 'Meet the Artist and Opening Event' - 2 PM to 5 PM. All welcome. No booking required. Corner Gallery, Corner of Percival Road & Myrtle Street, Stanmore

Sunday

🐶 Pooch Portraits @ South Eveleigh: Bring your dog, grab a schooner and receive a complimentary pooch portrait outside of BrewDog, next to the giant chess board. This Sunday it’s an Instant Photobooth. 11 AM to 2 PM - Locomotive St, Eveleigh

👉 Flour Mill Markets @ Summer Hill: Fresh artisan baked goods, fresh produce, hot food and artisan products from local makers and creators. 9 AM to 1 PM - 1 Flour Mill Way, Summer Hill

🎨 Beginner Painting Workshop ‘Urban Landscapes’ @ Ultimo Community Centre: Explore the urban beauty of the city through this fun and inspiring 2-hour introductory workshop. No prior experience necessary, as their professional tutors will provide step-by-step guidance. Book now, limited tickets. Must be 16+. Cost $40. 1 PM to 3 PM - 40 William Henry Street, Ultimo

Monday

🍻 Trivia Mondays @ Wayward Brewing Co: Join Amy's Trivia for a night of fun, great brews, and amazing prizes. Enjoy Happy Hour prices all night long. See link for details. 7 PM to 10 PM - 1 Gehrig Ln, Camperdown

Tuesday

🗣 Opera in the Pub @ The Harold: Opera in a pub? You heard right! Ever noticed how catchy TV ad tunes often come from opera? Join Opera Bites at “Opera That Sells” to explore these familiar melodies you've heard selling everything from cars to chips - you'll be surprised how much opera you actually know! Early bookings recommended as they often sell out. Show starts at 7.30 PM. You can catch Happy Hour from 5 PM to 7 PM, kitchen is open until 10 PM - The Harold, 70A Ross Street, Forest Lodge

Wednesday

Pop-Art Portraits Gallery Workshop for Budding Artists: Balmain Library, facilitated by Sweets Workshop, is running a workshop for kids aged 8 to 12. Drawing inspiration from Punk, Pop-Art and Picasso, they’ll put some cool back into old portraits with paint and collage. Reserve your spot here. Wednesday 4 September 2024, 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM — Balmain Town Hall, 370 Darling Street, Balmain.

Thursday

🎷 Johnston Street Jazz @ Annandale Creative Arts Centre: A weekly artist-run, not-for-profit jazz and improv club, presenting high-quality music performances in the ACAC chapel. Every Thursday, 8 PM - 81 Johnston Street, Annandale

💃 Ceroc Dancing @ The Polish Club: Head to Ashfield on Thursdays for a fun-filled night of Ceroc dancing with the Ceroc & Modern Jive Dance Company, the largest in Australia. Beginner, Intermediate, Freestyle Social & Beginner Buddy Session classes available. Doors Open 7 PM. Check website for timetable and cost. 182 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield

🗓 Coming Soon…

🌏 Culture X Festival @ Ashfield: Sacred Currents and Inner West Council invite your to join them for a cross-cultural music festival. Two Ashfield streets will be closed off for an action-packed street party across two stages, featuring a dynamic mix of culturally-diverse music and roving surprises. Featuring Brekky Boy, Afrombollo, Bare Necessities Collective and more. Check out the full schedule. Sunday 8 September, 12 PM to 6 PM, Hercules St Ashfield and Fox’s Lane.

🗣 Adult Glee Clubs ‘Time To Shine’ @ Enmore Theatre: On Sunday 22 September the Adult Glee Club's 300-strong cast will perform hit songs from Billie Eilish to AC/DC in their most ambitious and heartfelt concert yet. Expect an unforgettable afternoon of music you know and love. The group spans 8 Glee Clubs across the Sydney Metro (including the Inner West) and Blue Mountains. Sunday 22 September, 3:30 PM. Don’t miss out - get your tickets here.

🎉 2024 Dulwich Hill Festival: Footpaths and streetscapes will come alive with live music, foodie treats, artisan stallholders and more. Sunday 29 September 12 PM to 5 PM. See Inner West Council website for more details.

📜 History Week: This year History Week is embracing the theme of Marking Time. Part of the wider NSW History Week, run by the History Council of NSW, both City of Sydney and Inner West Councils have programs of events. Including the two shown below.
👻Inner West Council: Dark Tales of Lost Leichhardt @ Leichhardt Library. Monday 16 September, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
🐔 City of Sydney: A Short History of the Bin Chicken @ State Library of NSW. Thursday 10 September, 12 PM to 1 PM.

📆 Don’t Forget

🥳 Sydney Fringe Festival: 1 to 30 September 2024. Check out what’s on in the Inner West Precinct.

⚡ Power Up Festival @ White Bay Power Station: Friday 20 and Saturday 21 September 10 AM to 9:30 PM, Sunday 22 September 10 AM to 6 PM. See website for full details.

Cheap Eats 🍔

Friday

🍜 Spice Alley Chippendale: Every Dish $9 to celebrate Spice Alley’s 9th anniversary | 3 PM to 5 PM each day (everyday until 31 August) | Dine-in only

🍽 N^o 92 Glebe: Fridays locals lunch. 3 courses $45pp | Fridays | 12 PM to 3:30 PM | Minimum 2 people. See venue for terms and menu — 92 Glebe Point Road, Glebe

Saturday

🍗 Wingboy Newtown: $25 unlimited weekend wing offer at lunch, 60 minutes of unlimited wings and fries | Saturday and Sunday | 12 PM to 5 PM | See website for details and bookings. 226 King St, Newtown

🍾 Bottomless Brunch at Garcon: Bottomless Brunch from $69pp & $99pp with bottomless cocktails, 2 hours. See menu on website. Monday to Sunday | From 10 AM. Bookings essential. Tramsheds, 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge

Sunday

🥟 Yulli’s Brews: Dim Sum Sundays - $35 All-You-Can-Eat | Sunday - 75a Burrows Road, Alexandria

🍺 BrewDog South Eveleigh: $49 Ribs Feast to celebrate Father’s Day Live music in the afternoon. and kids corner. Treat Dad to a special day with complimentary gift with every reservation! 2 Hour duration. See terms and booking here. Bay 1 Locomotive Workshops South, Eveleigh

🧒 Leichhardt Bowlo: Kids Eat Free, buy one main, get one kid’s meal free | Sundays from 4 PM | See venue as T&Cs apply. — 88-92 Piper St, Leichhardt

Monday

BrewDog South Eveleigh: Vegan Monday – Bring a mate and get the 2-4-1 plant-based mains across all of their vegan and vegetarian menu every Monday.

Tuesday

The Fenwick Balmain: 50% of special has been extended. Enjoy 3 courses for $59pp for the month of September. Dinner Monday to Friday, & Sunday. Book your table and view T&Cs.

Wednesday

BrewDog South Eveleigh: Wings Wednesday – Devour bottomless buffalo, dry rub or Korean wings every Wednesday for $30pp! Our vegan friends can opt for the all-you-can-eat cauliflower wings.

Thursday

The Toxteth Glebe: Half price kids meals, with purchase of any main meal | Monday to Friday | 5 PM to 7 PM | For children under the age of 12.

Happy Hour Heroes 🍻 🍸

Gig Guide 🎸

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Inner West Council News

Young Creatives Awards 2024 ✍ 🎨 🎦

📖 The IWC Young Creatives Awards deadline has been extended to Saturday 31 August. It’s open to 12-24 years and had an $8,400 prize pool. Get your writing, art and film submission in before the deadline. Check out more info and how to enter here. — Balmain Town Hall, 370 Darling Street, Balmain.

Have Your Say 🗣

Inner West Council are are looking to develop a 10-year Plan of Management for each of the parks listed below. They want to hear your feedback to help inform the plan. Feedback is open until 16 September 2024. See links below to have your say.

➡ Bill Peters Reserve Playground Ashfield
➡ Illoura Reserve Playground Balmain
➡ Mort Bay Park Playground Birchgrove
➡ Tom Kenny Reserve Playground Marrickville

Thank You!

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Reminder: Please check to confirm details are accurate with venues, event providers, restaurants and pubs by clicking through to their site. Events are occasionally cancelled at the last minute and specials can change.

Have a fun weekend!

Jess

What's happening in the Inner West this weekend

@Innerwestguide

Tag @innerwestguide to get your photos in the Guide!

Keep Kids Busy Guide 🧒 👶

5 things to keep kids 5 and under busy!

📆 Plan Ahead for Family Fun!

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Weekend Preview and Beyond 😎

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

🗓 Coming Soon…

📆 Don’t Forget

Cheap Eats 🍔

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Happy Hour Heroes 🍻 🍸

Gig Guide 🎸

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Inner West Council News

Young Creatives Awards 2024 ✍ 🎨 🎦

Have Your Say 🗣

Thank You!

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