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Speed Friending at Nauti Studios

Speed Friending in Sydney
Make Real Friends (Without the Awkward Small Talk!) **Purchase your ticket here:** **[TICKETS](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydney-speed-friending-glebe)** Looking to meet new people in Sydney and make real, lasting friendships without awkward bar chats, dating apps, or spending a fortune? Welcome to Speed Friending, a fun, friendly social event for adults in Sydney who want genuine connection in a relaxed, creative setting. **What Happens on the Night?** You’ll arrive at our massive creative artists’ warehouse in Glebe, one of Sydney’s best hidden venues, and then throughout the evening: * You’ll be matched with people who share similar interests. * You’ll rotate through fun games and creative activities. * Some activities are one-on-one, others are small-group based. * And the focus is on doing something together, not awkward chatting. Even if you don’t instantly click with everyone, the activities keep things easy, playful, and enjoyable — and you will meet a few kindred spirits. We wrap up with an open social hang, so you can continue chatting with the people you connected with most. **What Do You Need to Bring?** Just yourself and an open mind.
No pressure. No expectations. No performance.
BYO drinks and snacks if you’d like to. **How to Join** Purchase your ticket here: **[TICKETS](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydney-speed-friending-glebe)** Then fill out our short questionnaire so we can get a bit of an idea about you and match you with people you’re most likely to vibe with! **When & Where** **Nauti Studios in Glebe, Sydney** [(here)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/13rkg1pvdPXeS7Xb9) Last Tuesday of every month
**6:30 – 8:00 pm** Come once, or make it your monthly ritual! You’re welcome as often as you like. **Why People Love Speed Friending!** * One of the most unique things to do in Sydney for adults * Affordable, alcohol-optional, and welcoming * Designed for real connection, not surface-level mingling * Held in a creative, unique and inspiring space

Practice Languages, Make Friends & Sing Karaoke 💖

✨ Ready to meet new people, practice languages, and enjoy a fun night together? Welcome to Aloha Fridays 🌍 a social language exchange where people from all over the world come together to chat, connect, and make new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. The night starts with cozy conversations, language exchange, board games, and simple activities designed to break the ice and help everyone feel comfortable, whether you’re new in Sydney or just looking to expand your social circle. As the night goes on, the vibe naturally shifts ✨ The music turns up, the lights go down, and the space transforms into a dance floor for those who feel like staying and dancing. Get your Tickets: 🎟️ $7 online $10 at the door https://luma.com/calendar/cal-Hv0K9CY6XDz9xqZ 📅 Every Friday 🕕 6pm – 10pm → language exchange, social games & bracelet making 🕙 10pm – late → afterparty / dancing Come for the conversations, stay for the vibe 💛 💬 the vibe ✨ 🕕 6:00pm – doors open! grab a drink, make a **friendship bracelet** at our craft station, get your language stickers 🏷️💕 🎮 play **board games** (uno, jenga, cards against humanity) while chatting with new friends from around the world 🌏 🎤 7:30pm – **karaoke room** opens (yes, you can sing despacito) 🎶 💃 10:00pm – the **real party starts** - **colorful neon lights**, music turns on, and we dance till late 🔥✨ Whether you're here for **meaningful conversations**, to practice spanish, english, korean or portuguese, to make friendship bracelets with new besties, or to dance your heart out to bad bunny — this is your place 💕🌸 💖 faq 🦋 ▶️ **is this a pickup scene?** nope! this is a **genuine community space** for making friends & meaningful connections. we're here for the conversations, not the come-ons 🌈 ▶️ **lgbtq+ friendly?** absolutely! **everyone is welcome** here 🏳️‍🌈💕 ▶️ i only speak english, can i join? yes! many people come just to socialise and dance 🥰 ▶️ age range? 18+, mostly **20s & 30s** 💫 ▶️ can i come alone? yes! **most people do** and leave with new friends 🌷 ▶️ feeling shy? find us at the front desk — we'll introduce you to friendly faces 💕 ▶️ can i arrive late? yes, join anytime! ✨ 🚺 **women-led & safe** 👩‍🦰 💖 **female-founded & hosted** \- aloha is the only international meetup founded and run by a woman 💫 events have a **female host all night** and we empower all women to feel safe coming solo 🚫 **zero tolerance** for harassment or pickup artists - this is for **genuine friendships**, not a pickup scene. anyone making others uncomfortable will be removed immediately. come solo and leave with new friends💃🔥✨

SUPERGROUP - Studio Jam #75

Social + Language Exchange + After Party 🌏🌸🥂

Start with our international social, then stay for one of Sydney’s most energetic parties, all in the same venue. *** ### **6:30 \- 9:30PM \| Aloha International Social** Meet new people, practice languages and enjoy a fun, easy-going atmosphere. 🍸 Neon Lights & good vibes 🎱 Pool & 🎲 games to break the ice 🌍 Meet internationals, locals & travellers 🫶 Friendly space, most people come solo Whether you're new to Sydney or just want to expand your circle, this is the perfect place to start your night. *** ### **From 9:30PM \| International Party** Keep the night going with Mayas signature party: 💃 Dancefloor, DJs & late-night vibes No need to move, just transition straight into the party. *** ### **Tickets** Entry from 6:30PM includes access to the social + international party https://luma.com/calendar/cal-Hv0K9CY6XDz9xqZ *** Come solo or with friends, most people come alone. Start your night with great conversations, end it on the dancefloor. **Come and say Aloha 👋💛** 🚨 *Important Info* 🚨 *Dress Code*: Smart Casual • No hoodies, gym wear, or runners • No refunds due to intoxication or bad behaviour • Venue reserves the right to refuse entry • Ticket holders must arrive by 9:30pm **A SAFE SPACE!** This is a place for people to have fun and make friends. this is not a place for speed dating or finding a hookup. ✨ **Follow us on Facebook** ✨ [https://www.facebook.com/alohasydney1](https://www.facebook.com/alohasydney1) ✨ **Instagram** ✨ [https://www.instagram.com/alohasydney/](https://www.instagram.com/alohasydney/)

Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov

Meeting at the usual place, upstairs at the Shakespeare Hotel, Surry Hills, Sydney, on Thursday 5 November 2026, we will be discussing *Lolita* (1955) by the Russian-American author Vladimir Nabokov. This is one of the most famous and controversial novels of the 20th century. Humbert is a middle aged man obsessively attracted to to a 12-year-old girl whom he nicknames 'Lolita.' After he marries her mother, Humbert manipulates circumstances to gain control over Lolita after her mother's death. He then sexually abuses her over a long period of time, convincing himself that (despite her age) she is consenting and enjoying it. For me (Dale), the power of the novel is that morally Humbert is the lowest of the low — a serial child abuser. Yet he would probably be the most captivating guest at a dinner party: cultured, clever, witty and amusing. How do we distinguish between the morality of a person's words and ideas on the one hand, and the reality of their actions on the other? Nabokov forces us to confront an idea sometimes assumed by the ancient Greeks: that a person's intelligence, charm and artistic sensitivity somehow reflects their inner beauty. Or perhaps the most intelligent and witty people can be the most morally corrupt? The novel was initially rejected by several publishers because of its subject matter before being published in Paris. It later became an international bestseller and is now considered a classic. Easily available in hard copies from local libraries (free) or through inter-library loan ($3.50). About $13 from Amazon, ebay and bookshops. Soft copies from our friend Anna or a free pdf from me on request at dalemills@cantab.net We meet upstairs in the pub in a private room conducive to discussion. Look for the sign or ask at the bar for details. There will be about 30 of us. We talk about the book in big group for about 40 mins, before breaking up into small groups. Newcomers are very welcome.

Heritage Braai at Manly dam - Saturday 7 November

SSP FRIDAY - Q STATION WALK

We catch the 0930 ferry to Manly and grab a coffee before taking the Q Station bus from the Manly Visitor Information Centre up to North Head departing at 1040. When we arrive at the Quarantine Station, David will lead us on a historic tour of the facility. Lunch to be decided on the day, options for the cafe at Q Station or out in the open if the weather gods are happy. Bring food if you wish. As the day will be mainly outside, breathing in the fresh coastal air, dress for the weather and bring protection from the sun and water to drink. We will take the 1430 bus back to Manly or you may wish to linger a little longer. Today's theme, make it expressive or emotional. Use the subject matter or the post processing to express the feeling

Meet New People in Sydney 🌎 | Monday Social, Language Exchange & Games

# Aloha Mondays 🌺🍻 **Mondays don’t have to be boring.** Meet new people, have interesting conversations, practise languages, play games and grab a drink at **Noble Hops**, a cosy bar in the heart of Redfern. Aloha Mondays is a relaxed weekly social for **locals and internationals aged 18–40** who want to make new friends and start the week doing something different. Get your tickets: https://luma.com/calendar/cal-Hv0K9CY6XDz9xqZ New to Sydney? Busy on weekends? Want to practise a language? Or just feel like meeting some new people? **You’ll fit right in.** 🌺 Aloha Missions **Coming alone? Perfect. That’s kind of the point.** When you arrive, you’ll get your own **Aloha Mission Card** with a series of fun challenges designed to help you meet people naturally. Your missions might be: 🌎 Find someone from a country you’ve never visited 🗣️ Meet someone who speaks 3+ languages ✈️ Find someone who has travelled to 10+ countries 🤝 Find something unexpected you have in common Complete your missions by meeting different people and you could even win a little prize at the end of the night. 🏆 **No awkward standing around wondering who to talk to, your first conversation is already waiting for you.** What else? 👋 🎲 Board games & social games 🗣️ Language exchange (totally optional!) 🌎 Locals & internationals 🍻 Drinks & a relaxed Monday atmosphere ❤️ Good vibes, good people We want Aloha to be a place where everyone feels comfortable and respected. Come to socialise, not to hunt for dates. Respect personal space and boundaries, and don’t pressure anyone for Instagram, phone numbers or other contact details. Anyone behaving inappropriately or making others uncomfortable may be asked to leave. **Aloha reserves the right to refuse entry or remove guests when necessary.** If someone makes you uncomfortable, please speak to one of our hosts — we’re here to help. 📍 **Noble Hops, Redfern** 🗓️ **Every Monday from 6:00 PM** 🎟️ **Ages 18–40** **Come solo or bring a friend. Grab a drink, complete your missions and make Monday worth going out for. 🌺🍻** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### 🌎 About Aloha Mondays in your language 🇪🇸 **Español** Conoce gente nueva de forma fácil y divertida. Al llegar recibirás una **Aloha Mission Card** con pequeños retos para ayudarte a iniciar conversaciones, conocer diferentes personas y hacer nuevos amigos. También tendremos juegos de mesa, intercambio de idiomas y un ambiente relajado para disfrutar de una cerveza. **18–40 años. Puedes venir solo — ¡muchos lo hacen!** 🇰🇷 **한국어** 새로운 사람들을 쉽고 재미있게 만나보세요! 입장 시 다양한 사람들과 자연스럽게 대화를 시작할 수 있도록 **Aloha Mission Card**를 드립니다. 미션을 완료하며 새로운 친구를 만나고, 보드게임과 언어 교환도 즐겨보세요. **18–40세 대상이며, 혼자 오셔도 완전 환영합니다!** 🇯🇵 **日本語** 新しい人と気軽に楽しく出会えるイベントです！受付で **Aloha Mission Card** を受け取り、ミッションをクリアしながら自然にいろいろな人と話してみましょう。ボードゲームや言語交換も楽しめます。**18〜40歳対象。一人での参加も大歓迎です！**

Unhurried Conversations at the Pub

In an unhurried conversation, there is time to think differently and connect with people in a refreshing way. Unhurried isn't always slow. It offers a pace where people find it easy to join in and not feel crowded out. And listening can be as satisfying as talking. We use a simple meeting format to make this happen. https://www.unhurried.org/ This newly created event is at a new venue, the Keg & Bew Hotel at Surry Hills. We meet on the 2nd floor around 6:15pm. Food and drinks are available, before and after, on the ground floor and roof top.

(Free) Speak Easy@Shark🦈 - Sydney Language Exchange, Social, Make Friends🌎

**The Best INTERNATIONAL Meeting in Sydney!🌎🍻👏🤩** Practice speaking English with people from all around the world. You can practice any language you want!🤩 Meet new people easily with: • Happy Hour ALL NIGHT LONG🍸🍻 • FREE ENTRY🎟️ • $2 Pool 🎱 Also dynamic and fun games to improve your language skills while having a drink 🍻 📍 Where: **Shark Hotel (Bikini Lounge),** 127 Liverpool St, Sydney NSW 2000🥳 🕕 When: Every **Thursday** at **6PM** Get ready for a night full of fun, laughter, and global connections. 🎉💥 See you there🌏 Where? Watch the videos of our events on Reels!👉 [https://www.instagram.com/speakeasyinternational](https://www.instagram.com/speakeasyinternational) Link to join this group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IvLMLAnBQMR0uMsByS9QTt](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IvLMLAnBQMR0uMsByS9QTt **Remark** Our community is **well-regarded** to be a **safe & inclusive group**. Attendees are expected to treat **ALL guests/peers with courtesy, respect & understand of their own cultural background**. Sales pitch, promotion & pick-up activities are **STRICTLY prohibited**. **ANY attendees with misconduct/anti-social behavior (& made other guests feel uncomfortable)** will be **remove from the group WITHOUT warning** & **report to the event platform for further action**. To help us to build & preserve a peace & comfortable environment, please reach out to the organizer (**Dan or Kev**) if you have any questions, issues or concerns. Your **report will be 100% confidential**. **The organiser/leadership team reserves all rights.** We appreciate your support & cooperation and we wish you a pleasant stay throughout the event :)

Manly Business Network | Connect. Collaborate. Grow.

Manly’s monthly networking event bringing local business owners and professionals together. ## **Great Business Starts with Great Connections!** Looking to grow your business network without the awkward introductions, endless elevator pitches or hard sells? Welcome to **Manly Business Network (MBN)**, where local business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals come together for genuine conversations, valuable connections and new opportunities. Hosted at the iconic **Hotel Steyne in Manly**, MBN is a relaxed, welcoming and engaging networking event designed to help you meet the right people and build relationships that go beyond exchanging business cards. ### **Networking with a Difference** We believe the best business relationships start with a conversation, not a sales pitch. That’s why we’ve created a networking experience that combines the relaxed atmosphere of casual networking with just enough structure to make sure you actually meet people. **Here’s what you can expect:** * **Meaningful Connections:** Meet a diverse mix of local business owners, professionals and entrepreneurs. * **Structured Networking:** Our rotating networking rounds help you connect with different people throughout the event. * **Relaxed Atmosphere:** No pressure, no awkward pitches, just genuine conversations. * **Business Opportunities:** Discover potential clients, collaborators, referral partners and new ideas. * **A Growing Community:** Become part of a supportive Northern Beaches business network. ### **Event Details** 📍 **Where:** Hotel Steyne, Manly 📅 **When:** Second Thursday of every month 🕥 **Time:** 10:30am – 12:00pm Whether you’re new to networking or a seasoned business owner, you’ll find a welcoming group of people who understand that building a business is easier when you’re surrounded by the right connections. ### **Come for the Connections. Stay for the Community.** Manly Business Network is proudly hosted by **Andy Sephton from Creative Kiwi Animations** and **Jonathan Sharp from Team Fun**, bringing together a shared passion for business, community and making networking genuinely enjoyable. **No fluff. No hard sells. Just great people and great conversations.** Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today. We look forward to seeing you in Manly!