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American Pie Thanksgiving Bake-Off

Sydney Americans & Brooklyn Boy Bagels invite you to compete in or just attend our 3rd Annual American Pie Thanksgiving Bake-off! 🇺🇸 **BASICS** 🇺🇸 🥧 Sat, November 21st, 10am-noon, free event 🥧 Brooklyn Boy Bagels, 19 Carrington Road, Marrickville 🥧 $1,000+ in prizes, inc Best overall pies, Best homemade pies, Best professional pies, Most creative, etc 🥧 Don't feel like competing? Just show up & enjoy the spoils! 🇺🇸 **MORE INFO** 🇺🇸 🥧 Feel free to bring friends & family, and we’re happy to feed onlookers as much as supplies last. 🥧 Don’t feel like baking? Come join in the fun anyway! 🇺🇸 **ENTERING THE COMP** 🇺🇸 🥧 It's free to compete. If you plan on entering a pie, please email us sydneyexpatamericans@gmail.com 🥧 You can enter as many pies as you like. Homebakers are judged separately to professionals 🥧 We'll also accept walk-in pie entrants on the day 🥧 There'll be a short registration process on the day (bring your ID) for those who enter a pie. Please arrive by no later than 10:15am with your baked goodness. 🥧 Judging will start around 10:30am and thereafter we'll open it up for everyone to taste. 🇺🇸 **THANKSGIVING PICNIC BY THE OPERA HOUSE SAT 28 NOV** 🇺🇸 Details here... https://www.meetup.com/sydney-expat-americans/events/312039195/

Catamaran sailing Lake Macquarie (camping caravan park)

Please email directly and supply information below, as well as RSVP. Also use email for queries (not Meetup messages). Cost and more details are below. Enjoy pretty Lake Macquarie (2 hours from Sydney) while zipping along on our catamarans and getting a good introduction to sailing. More exciting than being on a yacht ! We have 18-foot, 16-foot and 14-foot catamarans. No experience is required. Come for either the weekend or a day (we recommend coming for the weekend). Email Mark Lovi (yhasailingbookings@gmail.com) as well as RSVPing. He will then send you details. In your email, please advise the following: * Do you have your own transport ? If so, are you prepared to give others lifts ? * If you don't have your own transport, what suburb do you live in ? * Contact phone number. * Do you have a tent ? We can hire but you must have your own sleeping bag. * Can you swim (we wear lifejackets but cannot take non-swimmers) * Are you reasonably agile ? We don’t need super athletes, but you are sitting on a flat deck (not a seat) and you need to be able to move 3 metres to the other side of the boat at reasonable speed. A simple test is whether you can lie flat on a carpet and stand up within 4 seconds without using furniture. * We cannot take people weighing more than 95 kg (even if agile). COST: Sailing fee $70 (weekend); $40 (day), camping $26, lift $15, tent hire $10. You need your own sleeping bag. This is a group event and requires people to be on time to assist in rigging boats. If coming Saturday, arrive by 10:00 am ready for the outdoors. If coming for the day only be prepared to stay until 6pm. For Sunday, be prepared to arrive by 9am and stay until 5pm. Camping is at a caravan park with facilities. We are a long-established sailing group run by the YHA. We hold sailing weekends every 4 weeks. NO SAILING EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. Catamaran sailing is a fun and exciting way to experience the water, as the boats zip along in the wind. The boats are easy to sail and offer a good opportunity for anyone who wants to learn or experience sailing by getting some practice on either handling the jib, trapezing (hanging out the side of the boat on a harness) or skippering. We are not a "racing" group, we just like to be on the water and away from Sydney for a weekend, taking it easy.

Thanksgiving Picnic by the Opera House

★ **SAT, NOV 28th, 12:30PM - 6PM, TARPEIAN LAWN PRECINCT** ★ A beautiful spot overlooking the Harbour Bridge & Opera House for a picnic and amazing sunset. Pet friendly but keep in mind it's a picnic with lotsa food so bring a leash. Please RSVP so we can plan the food accordingly. ★ **BYO DRINKS & A POTLUCK PICNIC ITEM TO SHARE** ★ If you've got a great dish then go for it but don't worry if you don't.. a bag of chips, etc also counts!! We're giving out prizes for best dishes. Also be sure to bring a picnic blanket & sunblock. We'll have coolers for drinks. There's bathrooms, etc at the Opera House. ★ **FREE TURKEY, HAM & MORE** ★ Whole roasted turkeys brined for 2 days, slow-cooked and delivered hot to the picnic along with turkey gravy, cranberry sauce & smoked leg of ham! 🦃🦃🦃🦃 ★ **FINDING US** ★ It's between the fence of the Botanic Gardens and Macquarie St. Approach from Macquarie St (enter park from accross the street from the Quay Grand Hotel). Here's the approximate link on Google maps... https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzGnFjvt1jjMgYMP8 Look for the American flags & familiar accents. ★ **MORE INFO** ★ This is always a really friendly, free event where a lot of young professionals & students make new friends so don't just invite your American friends! Families & pets welcome too of course. We've also got Spikeball, Cornhole and touch football 🏈 ★ **RAIN PLAN** ★ We've got Kent St Hotel booked as our back-up plan. Same time 12:30pm-6pm. And it'll still be BYO food & we're still doing the turkeys so either way, this picnic is on!! BYO plates and cutlery just in case, but it'd be nice if someone can bring a bunch of plates/cutlery/napkins as backup for those who forget. 🥧 **AMERICAN PIE THANKSGIVING BAKE-OFF** 🥧 Wanna a practice your pie-baking skills before our picnic? Or just feel like tasting a bunch of pies that'll make you homesick.. https://www.meetup.com/sydney-expat-americans/events/317337637/ 🎃 **PICS FROM OUR HALLOWEEN PARTY** 🎃 Check 'em out.. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1652870016875135&type=3

Forestville to Manly: Classic Bushwalk, Manly Dam, Manly Beach 16KM Medium

**Forestville to Manly: Classic Bushwalk, Manly Dam, Manly Beach 15KM Medium** This excellent bush walk has the following stages: 1\. Forestville to Manly Dam: 8km\. Toilets\, and lunch stop\. 2\. Many Dam to Manly Ferry Wharf: 8km\. What more could you possibly want from a day out!!! **Distance:** 16KM **Type of Walk:** Great bush walking in the first half, including little known trails leading onto the back of Manly Dam. Parks, well-formed paths for the rest of the day. **Difficulty:** Medium. **Walking Pace:** Steady pace all day and average 4.5 km per hour. **Meeting Place + Transport:** We meet at **Chatswood Train/Bus Interchange** to catch the **160X Service Bus**, departing **Bus Stand A at 10:02AM**, through to Forestville. Ferry back to Circular Quay or northern beaches bus services from Manly. **What to bring:** Walking shoes/boots; 1.5 litres of water, refill available; hydrolytes; snacks; lunch, light rain jacket; sunscreen, cap/hat. **NO SHOPS AT OUR LUNCH STOP, SO BRING FOOD!** **Suggested Donation:** $10 **Pub:** Ivanhoe Hotel, Manly Corso **By RSVPing to this event,** you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of SOMG which you can view here: https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/messages/boards/thread/53245383 **Questions?** Leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted :)

3rd Thursday, SongsOnStage@the Canopy, Lane Cove

3rd Thursday, 6-8pm: SongsOnStage OpenMic/Variety Show at The Canopy, 2 Rosenthal Ave, Lane Cove I will host, who else would like to play? \- PA\, mics and acoustic guitar supplied\. \- FREE ENTRY Email Russell at SongsOnStage@gmail.com if you would like to play. Come show off your talent & hang out with us! About the Canopy: The Canopy is conveniently located within the busy Lane Cove village and offers a unique environment for the community and retailers for day and night trading and activities. Overlooking the manicured open green space, The Canopy is home to an abundance of light and functional casual and formal dining options, with the added bonus of park activities for all ages and a purpose built stage for entertainment and events. https://thecanopylanecove.com.au/ Event brought to you by https://www.facebook.com/SongsOnStage If you would like to make a donation, so I can keep organising Zoom and live events, click here: https://paypal.me/songsonstage?locale.x=en_AU

🌳 North Shore Harbour Bushwalk - Artamon to Milsons Point ~16km

**This is a 16-kilometre hike of North Shore's stunning bushland, streets and harbour through Gore Creek and Cremorne Reserve.** This walk features stunning scenery and historical sites with some elevation and stairs so a good fitness level is recommended. There are also multiple exit points. **Here's what you need to know before RSVP!** * This event is hosted on **[TrekMeet](http://trekmeet.com/),** a free offline hiking app without ads, I built with and for this community, and would love your support if you could [please ](https://trekmeet.com/event/b93681de-b914-4d50-bd9e-25467aef9e55?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2)**[RSVP here,](https://trekmeet.com/event/b93681de-b914-4d50-bd9e-25467aef9e55?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2) i**t has offline trail route and event chat. You can also search TrekMeet and **[join OZ Outdoors](https://trekmeet.com/group/oz-outdoors?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2),** **we're moving there in coming months.** * **Start time:** 9:30 AM sharp (please arrive 10 minutes early) * **Meeting point:** Outside Artamon Station, Wilkes Ave exit (near Lucky Mart) * **Difficulty:** Bushwalk, hills, stairs, streets and parks. **Easy-moderate for regular hikers.** * **Route:** We'll begin by walking to Artamon Reserve for Flat Rock Creek, followed by bushwalk sections to Tunks Park for a break. The next part will transition to street walks, taking us through Neutral Bay streets to Reid Park, and then to the scenic Cremorne Reserve. Our harbourside walk will continue through historic May Gibb's house and Sub-Base Platypus before finishing at Milsons Point Station. Route may vary slightly, and there are plenty of exit options if you need. * **What to bring:** Comfortable hiking sneakers (uneven terrain in some areas), water bottle (refills available during break), sunscreen, hat, weather-appropriate clothing, and your **snacks/lunch, late lunch at any local pub if you'd stay**! * **Gratuity:** A $5 gratuity is appreciated to cover organising costs. You can pay cash or via PayID at the event. **Important - Please Read:** * **What to Bring:** Wear proper hiking shoes, bring **ample hydration (1 litre, have refills along), enough snacks/lunch for the day,** sunscreen, hat and weather appropriate clothings**.** * **RSVP responsibly** – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before. * **Arrive early** – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event. * **Stay together** – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave. * **Safety first** – **Your safety is your own responsibility**! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: [https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors](https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors) * **Connect with us on Instagram:** [https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd](https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd)

Casual Sunday Futsal in Eveleigh ⚽️

⚽ **Want to kick off your Sunday the right way?** Looking to play futsal in Sydney? Say no more — we’ve got you covered! Join us **every Sunday at 10 AM** at South Eveleigh Sports Courts for fast-paced, good-vibes futsal. Whether you’re a seasoned baller or you’ve never touched a futsal ball before — if you love football, you’re one of us. We play on hard ground, so leave the spike boots at home (unless you enjoy sliding around like Bambi on ice ). *** **One golden rule:** Cancelling after **12 PM on Saturday** means you’re out for future games. If you say you’re coming, you’re coming. Why? Because commitment is the only “fee” we charge. No drama, no flakes — just good people and good football. If you’re cool with that, we’ll welcome you with open arms. Fair warning, though… Once you join, you’ll probably want to play every week. See you on Sunday! ⚽

SUNDAY/SAILING/TEACH YOU TO SAIL BECOME PART OF MY CREW MAKE FRIENDS FOR LIFE

BECAUSE I TEACH TO FIND ONGOING CREW MY REQUIREMENTS ARE MAX WEIGHT 70kg up to 40yrs of age On any sailing day, there may also be my regular crew or people I have introduced through the Facebook Crew Finder and my self. However, my small yacht never carries more than 6 in total. If the event is full make sure you join the wait list I move people around to going if there really keen and learning well or if someone drops out 1. AS IM LOOKING FOR GENUINE PEOPLE WANTING TO LEARN HOW TO SAIL WHICH WILL TAKE SOME MONTHS PREFER PEOPLE STAYING IN SYDNEY AT LEAST 12 MONTHS EVEN BETTER IF YOU LIVE HERE 2. IF YOUR NOT COMING TO LEARN GO ON A FERRYTHIS ISNT A ONE DAY SIGHT SEEING TRIP 3. For safety reasons, you must be able to SWIM OR AT LEAST FLOAT and be comfortable on water. 4. ITS VERY SELDOM SOMEONE WOULD FALL IN ONE IN FORTY YEARS. 5. 5,Also for safety reasons, you must be able to understand and speak English to enable you to react quickly to a whole new vocabulary of words that you will need to learn Unfortunately I need to make decisions that are best for my boat as, when racing, I only carry a crew of 4, who MUST be fit and agile. This is vital to enable you to move quickly around a small yacht when it heels (leans over) as much as 30 degrees and be ready to sit with your legs over the rail after tacking (changing course). My yacht wins in most seasons and I'm extremely competitive. We DO NOT carry crew who just sit on the rail, and you must be willing to work as a team. **PLEASE REMEMBER YOU’RE COMING TO BE TAUGHT HOW TO SAIL SO I NEED TO POINT OUT A FEW THINGS FOR SAFETY REASONS** 1. Wear clothes suitable for sailing – MOST IMPORTANT – rubber, soft-soled shoes with good grip. NO THONGS OR BARE FEET! 2. If you have long hair, TIE IT UP 3. Glasses and hats need to be tied with cord or similar – I’ve seen so many disappear overboard. 4. If you have sailing or gym gloves, bring them to protect hands from rope burn. 5. Remove rings off fingers and long finger nails if bent back it really hurts

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Weekly Tuesday Night Silverwater Badminton Social

If you're looking for a way to work up a sweat, get fit and feel more active and energetic, then this is the sport to try. COME AND SWING WITH US! If you used to play badminton or curious about discovering this amazing sport, then we invite you to join us for a friendly social hit. We have a great group of ladies of all different levels playing with us. COST $19 members (join here [https://www.shuttleswingersbadminton.com/membership](https://www.shuttleswingersbadminton.com/membership) ) $22 non-members PAYMENT DETAILS (by EFT only - NO cash accepted on the day) NAME: Shuttle Swingers BSB: 062-000 A/C no: 1932-7106 Please enter the date of the social as a reference FOR FIRST TIME SHUTTLE SWINGER PLAYERS Please fill in our New Player Rego Form before getting on court. [https://www.revolutionise.com.au/shuttleswingers/events/121317/](https://www.revolutionise.com.au/shuttleswingers/events/121317/) Due to demand of people wanting to play, if you RSVP and can't make it, please change the status of your attendance on meetup immediately. There will be people on the wait list who will want to attend. WHO IS IT FOR? Whether you're a beginner or a former social or comp player, we're all about increasing female participation in badminton, and having fun along the way. We love playing badminton and introducing women from all sporting backgrounds to give it a go. Many women who play tennis, squash or even soccer find it a great cross over sport. Whether you're LGBTIQ+ or a straight woman, or just an ally, everyone is welcome in our club. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I ARRIVE Upon arrival, please ensure you check in with a Shuttle Swingers host. Let us know what your experience or level is like. We'll look to rotate you around to play with a mix of people and standards while keeping it comfortable and within your fitness level. I DON'T KNOW THE RULES Not to worry, that's what we're here for. You'll learn along the way. WHAT TO WEAR/BRING Appropriate and comfortable sporting attire. Badminton or indoor shoes preferred but not essential. General sports trainers are acceptable. Don't forget water. You might need that. Got a question? Feel free to send us a message or email at [shuttleswingers@gmail.com](http://shuttleswingers@gmail.com/) FINALLY We are a Women's LGBTIQ+ inclusive badminton community. Whether you identify as LGBTIQ or would love to become an ally, we welcome you to our community. And we ask all players to be respectful of each other. Happy swinging!

Bouldering and Drinks (Beginners Welcome!) @ Blochaus Marrickville

Sydney Social Climbers is a group of social climbing enthusiasts who also enjoy a beer and a chat. We meet every Monday 6pm, at the Blochaus Marrickville climbing gym. Come find us next to the couches near the table tennis area! **What is Bouldering**? Bouldering is rock climbing without ropes or harnesses. The challenge is to climb short but tricky routes using balance, technique, and strength. It's a high-intensity exercise that strengthens many of the major muscles of the body, and in particular your core, back, shoulders, arms, hands, and grip. It can also help improve your sport climbing technique. Bouldering routes are set for beginners up to advanced climbers. Whether it's your first time, you have not climbed in ages, or you are a seasoned professional, a good time is guaranteed - we welcome everyone of all levels! **Cost**: * No meetup charge, only gym charges as below: * Gym entry is $23 (discounted entry!) * Shoe rental is $7 * See more pricing and membership information on their website: [https://syd.blochaus.com.au/pricing/](https://syd.blochaus.com.au/pricing/) **What to bring / wear:** Clothes comfortable for exercising Climbing shoes if you own a pair, otherwise you can rent at the gym **Schedule** 6PM - 6:10PM - Meet and Greet (At couches next to the table tennis area) 6:10PM - 8:10PM - Climbing 8:10PM - 8:20PM - Regroup at couches and leave for Pub 8:20PM Onwards - Eat / Drink at Vic on the Park **Disclaimer**: Your safety is your own responsibility while climbing. Meetup hosts are not employees or representatives of the gym.