All Events
November 2008
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Tai Chi
When: 1st Nov 2008
Where: Meet at Loch Ave South, Centennial Park
Description: Join Angela Tian Zhe Zhu from Traditional Qi to experience the relaxation, reduction of stress and well-being effects of Tai Chi.
Fitness in the Park
When: 1st Nov 2008
Where: Meet at Parade Grounds Cafe
Description: A combination of boxing, circuits, interval and general fitness sessions designed to start your weekend off with a bang!
Dog Obedience Training
When: 2nd Nov 2008
Where: Musgrave Ave, Centennial Park
Description:
From basic obedience up to competition level. Learn how to train your dogs the correct way. Handlers must be over 13 yrs and dogs over 4 months and fully vaccinated.
Runs every Sunday throughout spring (except Sunday 5 October).
Busbys Bore Walk
When: 2nd Nov 2008
Where: Meet Robertson Rd Gates. Finishes Fox Studios.
Description:
Walk the above-ground route of Busbys Bore, the underground supply of early Sydney’s drinking water, with retired Sydney Water historian Jon Breen. Visit the source of the bore at Busbys Pond and the memorial cairn in Centennial Park. Includes an exclusive viewing of the shaft into Busbys Bore within Fox Studios.
Centennial Parklands Open Day
When: 2nd Nov 2008
Where: Event will take place around the new Centennial Parklands Dining, off Banksia Way
Description:
Come and help us celebrate the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust’s 25th Birthday (see event map).
From 10.00 am to 2.00 pm there will be a variety of activities for children to enjoy, including:
- Taronga Zoomobile will be on-site for kids to enjoy (10.00 am – 2.00 pm).
- Dinosaur Jumping Castle (free) for 3-10 yrs (10.00 am – 2.00 pm).
- Pony Rides ($10 per ride), tickets available at our new Visitor Information Counter located at Centennial Parklands Dining.
- Free face painting for kids at the mobile ranger station from 10.00 am to 10.40 am.
- Interpretive Walk: Through the Pine Grove. Join Ranger Romayne collecting materials in the Pine Grove and then participate in a candle-making craft activity. Join the walk from 12.30pm – 1.00 pm and then Candle Making from 1.15 pm – 2.00 pm. Free activity, no bookings necessary.
For adults we are offering the following activities/tours:
- Ted’s Tree Tour (10.45 am – 12.45 pm). Free activity, however places are limited. Reserve your spot by visiting the new Visitor Information Counter on the day.
- Photography for Adults (11.00 am – 12.00 noon). Join professional photographer Chris Gleisner and learn some simple photography techniques. Only $5 per person! Tickets available on the day at the new Visitor Information Counter. Don’t forget to bring your own camera.
- Busby’s Bore Walk (10.00 am – 12.00 noon). Tickets still available (Adults $15, Friends $12) – book now to secure your spot.
Free live music with:
- Rebecca Moore (11.00 am to 12.00 pm)
- Los Tres Monos (12.00 pm to 1.30 pm)
Great prizes!
All families attending the Open Day will be given a free raffle ticket to win great prizes including Cycle Hire vouchers and more.
Plus, you are invited to experience the new Centennial Parklands Dining facilities, including the fine dining restaurant, café and kiosk. Take advantage of these great offers:
- Spend over $25 in the Cafe and get a free glass of NSW sauvignon blanc
- Spend over $10 in the Kiosk and get a free regular coffee
All activities will be located under the turpentine trees, opposite the new Centennial Parklands Kiosk, off Banksia Way (next to the Bell Sculpture). Join us for a fun day.
Friends of Centennial Parklands - Special Open Day Offer!
Join on the day as a Friend of Centennial Parklands for as little as $55 and receive two free Moonlight Cinema tickets*.
* Tickets will be forwarded to postal address when made available from event organiser.
Further information
Contact the Parklands Office on (02) 9339 6699 or email: info@centennialparklands.com.au
Littlies by the Lily Pond
When: 5th Nov 2008
Where: Meet at Shelter Pavilion, Parkes Drive, Centennial Park
Description:
A special 5-week program for young children and pre-schoolers (ages 2 to 5 yrs).
Each session will focus on learning about different animals and plants that call the Park their home and includes a craft activity.
This is an opportunity for carers and preschoolers in the local community to get to know each other.
The program will run from 10.00 am – 11.00 am on Wednesday mornings for five consecutive weeks from November 5 – December 3 (ie: November 5, 12, 19, 26 and December 3).
You can book in for a single session ($10.50 per child or Friends $8.50) or for all five ($45 per child or Friends $36). Please note that bookings for this program will taken from Monday 13 October.
Children must be accompanied by parent/carers.
My Little Ponies
When: 6th Nov 2008
Where: Meet Equestrian Centre Gates, cnr Lang & Cook Rds
Description:
A special children’s tour of the Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre. Find out where the horses live, what they eat and how to care for them. Includes short pony ride. Wear covered shoes.
John Edward
When: 8th Nov 2008
Where: Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
Description: As a psychic medium, author and lecturer, he has, over the last nineteen years, helped thousands with his uncanny ability to predict future events and communicate with those who have crossed over to the Other Side.
Arts for Adults
When: 9th Nov 2008
Where: Meet Shelter Pavilion, Parkes Dr.
Description:
Learn a variety of landscape and wildlife drawing techniques using media such as charcoal, ink and pastels with Ranger and artist Romayne Malcolm.
My Little Ponies
When: 11th Nov 2008
Where: Meet Equestrian Centre Gates, cnr Lang & Cook Rds
Description:
A special children’s tour of the Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre. Find out where the horses live, what they eat and how to care for them. Includes short pony ride. Wear covered shoes.
JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge
When: 12th Nov 2008
Where: Parade Grounds, Centennial Park
Description:
Marking its ninth year in Sydney, the 2008 JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge is a 5.6 km team race open to employees of corporations, businesses and financial institutions. Race commences 6.30 pm. Please note that all roads and vehicle gates in Centennial Park will be closed on the day from 12.00noon.
Spotlight Prowl
When: 14th Nov 2008
Where: Meet Robertson Rd Gates
Description:
Join Rangers spotlighting possums, flying foxes and other night creatures. Bring torch.
Free gourmet food tours of the EQ Village Markets
When: 15th Nov 2008
Where: Entertainment Quarter
Description:
Join food experts Victor Pisapia and Tawnya Bahr on an entertaining tour of the EQ Village Markets. Meet some of the passionate growers, taste some fresh produce and learn about its origins. All participants receive a goodie bag with recipes and coupons from the featured producers.
Tours run for 45 minutes starting 9.30am. 10.30am, 11.45am and 1.00pm. Places are limited to 12 people and will be run over the following dates:
Saturday 15 November
Wednesday 19 November
Saturday 22 November
Wednesday 26 November
Free gourmet food tours of the EQ Village Markets
When: 19th Nov 2008
Where: Entertainment Quarter
Description:
Join food experts Victor Pisapia and Tawnya Bahr on an entertaining tour of the EQ Village Markets. Meet some of the passionate growers, taste some fresh produce and learn about its origins. All participants receive a goodie bag with recipes and coupons from the featured producers.
Tours run for 45 minutes starting 9.30am. 10.30am, 11.45am and 1.00pm. Places are limited to 12 people and will be run over the following dates:
Saturday 15 November
Wednesday 19 November
Saturday 22 November
Wednesday 26 November
Free gourmet food tours of the EQ Village Markets
When: 22nd Nov 2008
Where: Entertainment Quarter
Description:
Join food experts Victor Pisapia and Tawnya Bahr on an entertaining tour of the EQ Village Markets. Meet some of the passionate growers, taste some fresh produce and learn about its origins. All participants receive a goodie bag with recipes and coupons from the featured producers.
Tours run for 45 minutes starting 9.30am. 10.30am, 11.45am and 1.00pm. Places are limited to 12 people and will be run over the following dates:
Saturday 15 November
Wednesday 19 November
Saturday 22 November
Wednesday 26 November
Birdwatcher's Breakfast
When: 23rd Nov 2008
Where: Meet at Robertson Road Gates. Finishes at Shelter Pavilion, Parkes Drive.
Description:
Join this early morning guided tour with Parklands magazine's Twitcher's Corner columnist Trevor Waller. Spot some of the Parklands’ migratory and resident land and water birds. Includes breakfast. Bring binoculars.
Free gourmet food tours of the EQ Village Markets
When: 26th Nov 2008
Where: Entertainment Quarter
Description:
Join food experts Victor Pisapia and Tawnya Bahr on an entertaining tour of the EQ Village Markets. Meet some of the passionate growers, taste some fresh produce and learn about its origins. All participants receive a goodie bag with recipes and coupons from the featured producers.
Tours run for 45 minutes starting 9.30am. 10.30am, 11.45am and 1.00pm. Places are limited to 12 people and will be run over the following dates:
Saturday 15 November
Wednesday 19 November
Saturday 22 November
Wednesday 26 November
Earth Festival
When: 29th Nov 2008
Where: Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park
Description:
Earth Festival is a brand new multi-arts entertainment event designed to promote love of the natural environment.
Bring the whole family to enjoy outdoor movies, dance, circus, art, music and wellbeing, all connecting and celebrating with planet earth.
Line up includes:
ABBY DOBSON | KUSH CABARET | OKA
360° ORB CINEMA | KAHN BROTHERS | KERRIANE COX
HAPPY FEET | ZIP CIRCUS | THE SNIFFER DOGS | YOGA
DECLAN KELLY | BAREFOOT RADLER ACOUSTIC BAR
DAVID ATTENBOROUGH’S BLUE PLANET | IN RYTHYM DRUMMERS
SARITAH | BANROCK STATION WINE & ART BAR | CHAI
TEMPLE | SLAM POETRY | CLAUDE HAY | CIRCUS WORKS
THE REAL MEXICO | GYPSY DUB SOUND SYSTEM | BARAKA
ENVIRO CRAFT | SCULPTURE GARDEN | NATURE OF WOOD
HIGH WIRE TRAPEZE | AFRICAN & INDIGENOUS DANCE
MUSICAL MEDITATION | STEVE KILBEY | EARTH PRIZE FINALISTS
AMAZING DRUMMING MONKEYS | ABI TUCKER | KIRTAN
BRAZILIAN SHOW | QI GONG
Summer Gay Day
When: 29th Nov 2008
Where: Kippax Lake, Moore Park
Description: A festival of music, fun and frolic for the gay and lesbian community and their friends.
Car Free Day
When: 30th Nov 2008
Where: Centennial Parklands
Description: The spring Car Free Day will be held on Sunday 30 November 2008. More info.
Friends of Centennial Parklands are an integral part of the Centennial Parklands Foundation’s work in the community
Administrative support for the program is offered by the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust
Locked Bag 15 Paddington NSW 2021 Sydney Australia
Phone: +61 2 9339 6699
Fax: +61 2 9332 2148
Email: friends@centennialparklands.com.au