Community
Mind the GAPP – supporting those in need in Glebe for the last 20 years!
Posted on 28th August 2024
The Glebe Assistance Partnership Program (GAPP) has been supporting those in need in Glebe and the surrounding suburbs for 20 years. Now the Anglicare grant that has been its lifeblood for 10 years, will no longer be available.
2024 Glebe Art Show and September Art Walk
Posted on 28th August 2024
Read about this year’s Glebe Art Show in October and the artwalk along the Glebe Foreshore in September
35th Annual Glebe Music Festival
Posted on 25th August 2024
This year’s Glebe Music Festival line-up includes a rock concert (“No Other” – songs of Gene Clark from The Byrds) and a jazz concert (Kyell Goyer and Stolen Moments).
Glebe Music Festival Special Concert on 17 August
Posted on 31st July 2024
A program of magic and mystery. That’s the promise of the Glebe Music Festival special concert on 17 August
A community united: at the Old Fire Station
Posted on 1st July 2024
Cheryl brings us up to date with some of the opportunities for community interaction available at the Old Fire Station. Volunteers are being sought for Glebe Community Projects Group and the computer lab.
‘Set in Stone’ – music for piano four hands
Posted on 1st July 2024
This is a special Glebe Music Festival concert by Michael Tsalka and Diana Weston performing music for piano four hands on harpsichords and piano.
Letter to the Editor: June 2024
Posted on 29th May 2024
We welcome letters as a means of addressing current issues of relevance to Glebe and Forest Lodge. This month, a letter calls for support for our wonderful local businesses, especially the small businesses along Glebe Point Road and elsewhere. The architectural heritage of Glebe is critical, but the overall character of Glebe is in its diversity and the ‘vibe’ provided by small business.
Gleebooks has moved back to its original premises, now renovated
Posted on 1st May 2024
Gleebooks took possession of the fine freestanding building at 49 Glebe Point Road in 1989, drawing a line under the chequered history of one of Glebe’s largest commercial buildings. The Glebe Society was a staunch and active supporter of the bookshop, aiding negotiations with Council. The re-opening is a significant occasion.
Glebe Annual Book Sale
Posted on 28th March 2024
Annual Book Sale in support of Glebe Public School. Donations of books are welcome.
Glebe Music Festival 2024 and Autumn Concert
Posted on 27th March 2024
The Glebe Music Festival starts early this year. The main Festival takes place as usual in November, but this year, a Special Autumn Concert of works by Spanish composers – played on guitar and cello by Duo Evocaciones – is scheduled for April.
Visit to Glebe Youth Service
Posted on 29th October 2023
The Glebe Youth Service has been delivering projects and services with significant community engagement in the local area for over 30 years. Meet the new CEO.
Seniors Christmas Reception
Posted on 30th October 2023
A Christmas reception for over 65s held by the City of Sydney. Enjoy canapes, live music, dancing and entertainment. You can register for up to two tickets. You and your guest must be 65 years or older and live in the City of Sydney’s area.
Glebe’s artistic community
Posted on 1st November 2023
There’s a long list of famous names, iconic films, and popular TV series associated with Glebe. As Wendy Blackett reminds us, even Cliff Hardy, the fictional detective of Peter Coriss’s novels lived in Glebe.
The Centipede Online Shop
Posted on 29th October 2023
Check out some ideal Christmas gifts on the Centipede online store.
The 2023 Glebe Art Show
Posted on 29th October 2023
What is the Character of Glebe? Fourteen artists attempted an answer to that question at the 2023 Annual Glebe Art Show.
Community Development Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023
The Community Development Subcommittee is planning a silent auction with proceeds going to Centipede, the out of school hours care program operating at Glebe Public School.
34th Annual Glebe Music Festival
Posted on 5th October 2023
In its 34th year, the Glebe Music Festival is just around the corner. Check out the Festival’s website for information about this year’s bumper program (nine concerts!). The Glebe Town Hall is the venue for three of the concerts.
The Glebe Art Show 2023
Posted on 28th August 2023
A prize of $3000 will go to the winner of this year’s Glebe Art Show. And there’s $500 to be won for the Character of Glebe competition.
In focus: members’ photo competition
Posted on 2nd August 2023
Shutterbugs rejoice! The Glebe Society announces an annual photo competition. Here’s a chance for Society members with a camera to enter a competition for the best photo of Glebe or Forest Lodge.
Care finders available to help with aged care
Posted on 30th July 2023
Do you or anyone in your family need help understanding or accessing aged care? It’s available.
NAIDOC Week 2023
Posted on 27th June 2023
NAIDOC in the City is a free, family-friendly outing. Experience Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance, song, food and more in the heart of Sydney. NAIDOC week runs from 2 to 9 July 2023.
The Glebe Community Op Shop
Posted on 30th May 2023
Jude Paul reveals the history of the St Phillips estate’s community op shop.
Community Development Report
Posted on 31st May 2023
Louis Taborda, our Community Development Convenor, has been working on five Glebe-based projects with postgraduate students from the University of Sydney.
St Helen’s Open Day
Posted on 30th April 2023
St Helen’s Community Centre Open Day Friday 12 May: Enjoy a light lunch and hear from local community groups and organisations about services and activities you’ll want to know about.
Postcode 2037 in Facts and Figures
Posted on 27th March 2023
Historian Lyn Collingwood has been taking a closer look at what the census tells us about how the people of postcode 2037 have changed over the years. Shock! Horror! In the 2021 census 61% of the population opted for ‘no religious affiliation’. And adults with a Bachelor degree or above totalled 54.5% of the population – nearly double the State average.
Centipede Needs Your Help
Posted on 27th February 2023
Centipede is an out-of-school hours program operating at Glebe Public School, providing an essential service available to all children in the Glebe community. Centipede reflects the diversity of the community, with a large number of families coming from lower socioeconomic households.
International Women’s Day Cultural Food Experience
Posted on 27th February 2023
To celebrate International Women’s Day a gathering has been planned at St Helen’s Community Centre on Wednesday 8 March from 11.45am to 3.00pm. Numbers are limited – you’ll need to book.
Welcoming the Year of the Water Rabbit
Posted on 27th February 2023
Residents and visitors to Glebe may be aware of the Sze Yup Temple at the northern end of the suburb between Victoria Road and Eglington Lane. As historian Lyn Collingwood relates in this article, the spiritual and cultural centre was thronged with visitors in February to celebrate the Chinese New Year
Thank you, Keiran! All the best for the future
Posted on 14th December 2022
The Glebe Society has great respect for the way Keiran Kevans, outgoing Coordinator of Glebe Youth Service, has brought together so many community groups in Glebe. Keiran reflects on his time at GYS and its growing role in the community.
Glebe Public School: Call out for musical instruments!
Posted on 30th November 2022
Do you have any woodwind or brass instruments lurking in a cupboard unused? Glebe Public School is looking for donations to get a band program started next year.
