Past Events
Thirsty Thursday, at Spanish Tapas – 1st Dec
Posted on 29th September 2011
Meet old friends and meet new people on “Thirsty Thursday”. These occasions are held monthly on the 1st Thursday of the month and are an opportunity to dine informally at a Glebe restaurant. We aim to slowly rotate through most of Glebe's restaurants. On Thursday 1st December join us at the "Spanish Tapas", 26 Glebe Point Road, […]
Thirsty Thursday – at “Sage on Glebe” – 6th Oct
Posted on 21st September 2011
Meet old friends and meet new people on “Thirsty Thursday”. These occasions are held monthly (first Thursday of the month) are an opportunity to dine informally at a Glebe restaurant. We aim to slowly rotate through most of Glebe's restaurants. On 6th October join us at the "Sage on Glebe", 34 Glebe Point Road, at 7pm. […]
Thirsty Thursday – at “Sushi-ya” – 3rd November
Posted on 21st September 2011
Meet old friends and meet new people on “Thirsty Thursday”. These occasions are held monthly (first Thursday of the month) and are an opportunity to dine informally at a Glebe restaurant. We aim to slowly rotate through most of Glebe's restaurants. On 3rd November join us at the "Sushi-ya", 166 Glebe Point Road, at 7pm. […]
Guided Walking Tour of Glebe’s “Pocket Parks” – 16th & 21st August
Posted on 5th August 2011
WALK WHERE NO CARS CAN FOLLOW – “POCKET PARKS” WALK, GLEBE. What do ballerinas, the Charge of the Light Brigade, and Benedictine monks have in common? Find out when Neil Macindoe and Anton Crouch lead you on the new Pocket Parks Walk on Tuesday, 16 August at 10 am or Sunday, 21 August at 3 pm.
Hope Street mid-winter Luncheon seeks volunteers – 26th July
Posted on 23rd June 2011
HopeStreet is planning a mid-winter luncheon on Tuesday 26th July, at Uniting (Café) Church, 37 St John’s Road. HopeStreet has secured funding to provide a lunch for approximately 70 people from the Glebe Estate. The organisers are in need of some volunteers to help with the running of the event, for about 2-3 hrs of your time.
NAIDOC Week in Glebe – 3rd & 9th July
Posted on 19th June 2011
NAIDOC week is being celebrated in Glebe, with 2 big events planned where all Glebe residents are welcome. NAIDOC Family Day, Sunday 3rd July, 10am till 3pm, at Victoria Park, and CORROBOREE Night, Saturday 9th July, 6.30pm till 11pm, at Glebe Youth Service. See the Poster for further details.
New Members evening at Benledi – 1st July
Posted on 10th June 2011
New Members of the Glebe Society are especially invited to attend this NEW MEMBERS evening, but all members are also welcome to come and meet the newer members. The evening will include a talk by David Gaunt of Gleebooks.
Thirsty Thursday – Tommy’s Beer Cafe
Posted on 7th May 2011
Thirsty Thursday on 7th July will be at Jimmy's Beer Cafe, 123 Glebe Point Road. Contact Edwina Doe for bookings.
Thirsty Thursday – La Tavolaccia
Posted on 7th May 2011
Thirsty Thursday on 2nd June will be at La Tavolaccia, 355 Glebe Point Road. Contact Edwina Doe for bookings.
Relaunch of book on Stained Glass Windows – 14th May
Posted on 7th May 2011
Last October many Glebe Society members who went on our first Waratah cruise missed out on the launch of Anne Wark’s book Armour of Light in St James Church. Anne has kindly invited members of the Glebe Society to a ‘relaunch’ at St James church, Woolley Street, on Saturday 14 May at 1.30pm. There will be a cup of tea or coffee to follow.
Historical tours of Sydney TAFE college
Posted on 23rd March 2011
As part of its 120th anniversary celebrations, Ultimo College (part of TAFE NSW – Sydney Institute) is giving lovers of history and architecture the chance to join small personal tours of its historical campus. These FREE “Walking Through History” tours will run monthly from 5 April until 6 December, 12.15pm until 1.30pm. Taking about 60 minutes, the tour is filled with interesting anecdotes of the times, of politics and past students and will be led by expert historian, Norm Neill.
National Trust event in Glebe – cruise on the “Waratah” historic steam tug – 10th Apr
Posted on 21st March 2011
The National Trust and the Glebe Society have the following event relating to Glebe: An Inner Harbour Cruise on the “Waratah” historic steam tug – Sunday 10th April. $30, refreshments not provided. Sailings at 10 am and 12 noon. For full details of this event, see the Flyer and Booking form.
National Trust event in Glebe – a guided history walk
Posted on 21st March 2011
The National Trust and the Glebe Society have organised an event relating to Glebe: A Guided Walking Tour of Glebe – “Glebe Historic Waterfront” on Saturday 2nd April.
Choral Concert at St Scholastica’s
Posted on 17th March 2011
Concert: Coro Innominata 2011 presents the first of its performances for this year ‘Remember and Rejoice’ Ars Moriendi 3pm, Sunday 17 April 2011 St Scholastica’s Chapel, Glebe Musical Director – Wayne Glass To Purchase tickets… Call 0413 440 173 0r email coro@innominata.org for further information. Tickets can also be purchased on line at www.innominata.org
Woodstock music at Glebe Library – Sat 19th March
Posted on 13th March 2011
A Woodstock tribute band will be performing at the front of Glebe Library on Saturday 19th March from 12 noon till 3.00 p.m. It is a free event and no bookings required. See the flyer.
Have your Say re St James Park – 19th Feb
Posted on 13th February 2011
Many Glebe residents received a letter from the City of Sydney during the past week, requesting their input into the plan to upgrade St James Park, at Woolley Street, Forest Lodge. The letter from council included the following:
“Love Your Park”, a community arts event – 20th Feb
Posted on 13th February 2011
Come and join other local Glebe residents decorate the MJ Dougherty Reserve in Mitchell Street, Glebe on Sunday 20th February. Feel free to come and give a hand on the day and share the bbq lunch which will be provided.
Sydney Heritage Fleet Information Day – 9th Dec
Posted on 6th December 2010
SYDNEY HERITAGE FLEET RELOCATION PLANS ON DISPLAY Thursday, 9 December. 11:00am – 7:00pm Wharf 7 Heritage Centre, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont You are invited to attend a public information session that outlines the proposal to relocate the Sydney Heritage Fleet from Rozelle Bay to Bank Street, Pyrmont. View the plans on display at […]
Glebe Society Christmas Party – 10th December
Posted on 1st November 2010
The Glebe Society is holding its Christmas Party on Friday 10th December. This year it will be at the Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant at the Sydney Fish Markets, Pyrmont. See the flyer below for further details. You can book and pay online, or use the form on the flyer.
21st Annual Glebe Music Festival – 28th Oct to 28th Nov
Posted on 15th October 2010
The opening concert of this year’s Glebe Music Festival will be at Gleebooks (49 Glebe Point Rd) at 7pm Thursday 28th October. The acclaimed Australian guitarist and graduate of Yale University, Simon Powis, will perform this opening concert at Gleebooks on Thursday 28th October at 7pm.
A visit to some artisans and artists in Glebe
Posted on 16th September 2010
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Dedication of new organ: St Bede’s church, Pyrmont – 24th October
Posted on 13th September 2010
St Bede’s catholic church at Pyrmont has recently installed a new windpipe organ, and the parish plans a dedication ceremony and recital of the new organ.
Book Launch: Stained Glass Windows of St James Church – 31st October
Posted on 13th September 2010
Ann Wark, a local resident, has carefully researched the stained glass windows of St James Catholic Church, Forest Lodge, and has written a book on it. The book will be launched on Sunday 31st October 2010 at St James Church. Members of the Glebe Society are invited to attend.
Plaque in honour of Jack Mundey – 11th September
Posted on 25th August 2010
A Plaque in honour of the work of Jack Mundey will be unveiled at a ceremony to be held on 11th September 2010, commencing at 11.00 a.m., at the Smith Hogan & Spindlers Park, Johnstons Creek, Annandale.
Annual General Meeting – 29th August 2010
Posted on 12th August 2010
The Annual General Meeting of the Glebe Society will be held at Benledi (next to the Library in Glebe Point Road) at 11am on Sunday, 29 August. The formal proceedings will be followed by a guest speaker and light refreshments. All members welcome! The Guest Speaker will be Dr Stewart Condon, Medecins sans Frontieres.
Ride the vintage tugboat “Waratah” around the Bays – 31st October
Posted on 11th August 2010
The Glebe Society is hiring the 1902 vintage tugboat Waratah for a late afternoon ride around the local Bays, on Sunday 31st October. Unfortunately, this event has already booked out, and it has a waiting list. Given the level of interest, the Glebe Society will consider a repeat event, probably next year.
Wentworth Park Community Games – 12th September
Posted on 2nd August 2010
Is your family mutt a winner? Find out on 12th September at the Wentworth Park Community Games.
Visit to NSW Coroner’s Court
Posted on 10th August 2010
Visit to the NSW Coroner's Court, Glebe, where we hear about the work of the Coroners Court and sit in on part of a case being heard, followed by lunch. For Members only.
Guided Walking tour of Glebe Artisan Businesses – 16th September
Posted on 1st August 2010
Join us for a Guided Walking Tour of Glebe Artisan Businesses (book binders, stencil gallery, garden bookshop, floral design, artists’ studios) finishing at a local cafe.
Have your say about the future of our Bays
Posted on 11th June 2010
Our Bays, Our Say is the theme for a public meeting which aims to set the future direction for development of the foreshores in Glebe and nearby areas. The meeting has been arranged by community groups including the Glebe Society and representing Pyrmont, Ultimo, Glebe, Annandale and Balmain. It will be held a the Bistro […]
