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Japanese × Local Meetup Sydney | GOEN

Japanese × Local Meetup Sydney | GOEN

Sun, Nov 22, 7:00 AM
From Japanese culture, food, language experience Meetup @ Goen ご縁
4.6

🇯🇵 Love Japan? Meet the people behind the culture. GOEN is a relaxed Japanese × Local meetup in Sydney, bringing together people who want to make genuine connections, share cultures and meet new friends. Whether you’re learning Japanese, planning a trip to Japan, love Japanese food and culture, or simply want to meet new people, come join us! No awkward networking. No need to speak Japanese. Just good conversations, new perspectives and new connections. 🎟️ $15 including one drink 📍 Comeco Foods Cafe, Newtown, Sydney 💬 Japanese & English 🤝 Everyone welcome Organised by Masa, Shige & the GOEN Team 🎫 Tickets: https://www.comecofoods.com.au/online-ordering?lightboxOnScreen=true&itemId=d05cd51d-4a1f-4687-a1bd-c4246cd5f43b&sectionId=65cb3e9e-139a-4022-b37f-68c909561381&menuId=69a745c3-88b1-48a6-b3d1-eeeee4ebc121 📱 Instagram: @meetup_goen https://www.instagram.com/meetup_goen?igsh=MWQyYm01emxsamd1dQ== ✉️ Contact: meetupgoen@gmail.com 〜学校やアルバイトだけでは出会えない、ローカルの人と繋がれる場所〜 ワーホリや留学でオーストラリアにきたけれど、 「なかなかオージーと出会えない」 「もっとネイティブと会話する機会を探している」 「シドニーのリアルで信頼できる情報を知りたい」 「これからも長く付き合える人と出会いたい」 「ご縁」は、そんな悩みや思いがある人のための言語&文化交流ミートアップです。 英語に自信がなくても大丈夫! 国籍、年齢、英語レベルに関係なく、 1人でご参加される方も多いので、お気軽にご参加いただけます。 「ご縁」にご参加された方が、 「シドニーに来てよかった」 「英語を話すのが楽しくなった」 「困ったときに相談できる人ができた」 「これからも会いたいと思える友達ができた」 と思えるような 新しいご縁が生まれる場所 を私たちは目指しています。 場所:Comeco Foods Cafe 524A King St, Newtown NSW 2042 参加費:$15(1ドリンク付き) ご質問はお気軽にDMしてください。

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Drawing together!!

Drawing together!!

Sun, Oct 18, 2:00 AM
From Anime Club
4.7

日本語は下に Do you interested in drawing anime art? Are you expecting to meet people drawing together? Why don't we draw anime art together and chat with each other? NOTE: This is NOT a workshop event!! We may go cafe or early dinner afterwards if some of us would like to go. Fee:$2. We use it for running this event. I'll give my PayID on the day. If you prefer cash, of course, it works. What will be expecting for event : \- Provide an opportunity to gather who like drawing and chat with each other\. \-\- Make sure to bring your own drawing stuff and drawing sample you'd like to draw\. \-\-\- Unfortunately\, Organiser don't draw at all\, so can't tell any of tip for art skills\. But all other attendees may be able to give you some tips\, so have chat and exchange your opinion\. アニメアートを描くことに興味はありませんか? 一緒に絵を描いている人たちとの出会いを期待していませんか? 一緒にアニメアートを描いて、おしゃべりしませんか? 注意:このイベントはワークショップではありません。 その後、カフェや早めのディナーに行く人もいるかもしれません。 参加費:2ドル。このイベントの運営に使います。当日PayIDを渡します。現金がいいという方は、もちろん使えます。 イベントに期待すること: \- 絵を描くことが好きな人たちが集まり、おしゃべりをする機会を提供します。 \-\- 基本的には画材は自分で持ってきてください。こちらからは提供するのは場所だけになります。 \-\-\- 残念ながら主催者は絵を全く描かないので、画力については何とも言えません。でも、他の参加者の皆さんは、何かヒントを与えてくれるかもしれませんので、おしゃべりして意見交換しましょう。

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*RSVP required*** Thursday night English and Japanese

Thu, Oct 1, 9:00 AM
From Nippon Club Sydney 日本クラブシドニー
4.7
6 attendees
October Book Club: "Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy"

October Book Club: "Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy"

Sat, Oct 10, 3:00 AM
From Meet the Moment Book Club
4.9

Welcome to Meet the Moment Book Club, where we read books that meet the moment and make sense of it all together. Please see our [group page](https://www.meetup.com/meet-the-moment-book-club/) for a list of upcoming books. In discussing the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, we spoke about who the real powers that be are that have molded Palestine and the Middle East into the quagmire it is today. Now we turn our eyes to the urgent now: who the powers that be are today that are consolidating power as never before. Silicon Valley and Big Tech are top of mind. Gil Durán's book "Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War On Democracy" has become an instant bestseller for good reason -- we see AI dominating and tech billionaires (now even trillionaires) amassing wealth and power in frightening proportions, even as they are not solving but exacerbating the crises we face today. It seems critical that we understand what they really have in mind and what we can do about it. Here is an ABC article about the book: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-02/the-nerd-reich-silicon-valley-fascism-war-on-democracy-abc-2026/107091034 \*\*\* "When Silicon Valley says it is ‘‘moving fast and breaking things,’’ the world interprets the chaos as a necessary cost of innovation. Gil Durán reveals something far more sinister: a decades-long campaign to replace elected governments with corporate rule. Drawing on insider political experience and new investigations, Durán traces this ideology from its philosophical roots in *The Sovereign Individual* by James Dale Davidson and Lord William Rees-Mogg. He introduces its modern apostles—Peter Thiel, Marc Andreessen, Balaji Srinivasan, and Elon Musk—and shows how the promise of technological liberation has transformed into a global movement for digital feudalism, powered by cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and the algorithmic propaganda of social media. *The Nerd Reich* explains the origins, strategies, and ambitions of Silicon Valley’s war on democracy for the first time. From San Francisco’s weaponized elections and secret billionaire projects to the White House, Durán exposes how the world’s richest men are building a new political order. *The Nerd Reich* is more than a hidden history, it’s an urgent warning: democracy is being dismantled not by coups or tanks, but by code, capital, and the illusion of innovation. Durán insists there is still time to fight back—if we act now." https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-nerd-reich-silicon-valley-fascism-and-the-war-on-democracy-gil-dur-n/a6f6f0dce1150339 \*\*\* We will be meeting at The Erko Hotel. If it's sunny, we'll be outside in the back; if rainy, we'll be at the big square raised table next to the bar. We will start and end on time. There's no fee, but please purchase your own food/drinks from the venue. \*\*\* If you have trouble getting the book, message me. On reading the book: I encourage people to read the book over just interviews or summaries, because nothing beats the slow digesting of the beauty and nuances in a book. Especially for the books in this book club that challenge our worldviews and help us see the world as it truly is, these books need to be really grappled with, to be fully engaged with, to receive the full benefits. For reference, I use book clubs to motivate me to finish the books I want to read, so the date of the book club becomes a deadline to finish the book by. I calculate the number of pages in a book and the number of days I can realistically read, and work out how many pages on average I need to read each day. That's how I've finished many books. Invariably, they're worth reading to the end. Of course, life happens and we're all busy. If you really can't finish a book or can only watch videos this time, that's okay. Come by with an attitude of listening, open to being inspired, and take in what others have to say; perhaps you'll want to read/finish the book afterwards. Just know that books are like most things in life: what you put in is what you get out of it. A podcast or ChatGPT can give you the high-level points, sure, perhaps to BS your way to a decent grade in class; but we're not in school anymore, and we read these books because they better our lives and help us see more clearly. But they can only do so if we read them, because reading is what makes all the new concepts come to life enough to maybe change us. For the full magic, you just gotta read. Alright, thanks for reading my ode to reading. \*\*\* If the RSVP list is full, please join the waitlist as there will likely be fluctuations closer to the date. If you RSVP'ed and can't make it, please edit your RSVP so that others can attend. No-shows will be noted and barred from the book club. Look forward to seeing you there!

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Japanese Calligraphy Night: Live Demo & Social! ✨ / 日本の書道ナイト:ライブ実演&交流会!

Thu, Oct 8, 8:00 AM
From Nippon Club Sydney 日本クラブシドニー
4.7
8 attendees
Social meeting of The Politically Incorrect Book Club

Social meeting of The Politically Incorrect Book Club

Thu, Oct 15, 8:00 AM
From The Politically Incorrect Book Club Sydney
4.7

This is a social for members of The Politically Incorrect Book Club. There is no set book to discuss. Just turn up ready to chat! 7:00pm till whenever.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform that helps people find and join groups of interest. It offers opportunities to meet new people through various events, whether in-person or online.

You can search for anime clubs in Sydney on Meetup by filtering the search results to display groups related to anime or manga in the Sydney area.

Yes, you can join multiple anime clubs on Meetup to diversify your experience. Each club may offer different activities, like screenings, discussions, or cosplay events.

Joining a Meetup group is typically free, but some events hosted by anime clubs may have attendance fees to cover costs for venues or materials.

Anime clubs might organize film screenings, panel discussions, cosplay events, and manga reading sessions, creating diverse opportunities to connect with fans.

To find anime-related events happening this weekend, check the schedule on Meetup for up-to-date listings and RSVP if you're interested in attending.

Yes, RSVPing helps organizers estimate attendance and coordinate event details. It's always a good idea to RSVP to secure your spot.

Anime events are organized by local groups, where members join to enjoy activities like watching series or participating in themed discussions or events.

Meetup helps you discover local clubs, but there's no guarantee a match will meet your expectations. It encourages exploration and participation for best results.

Anime clubs' activity levels vary by group and season. It's good to check the latest event postings or talk to hosts to understand activity frequency.

Some anime clubs organize family-friendly events or those tailored to younger audiences, but it's best to read each club's rules and expected audience before joining.

Many events are transitioning back to in-person, but check the event listing as some anime gatherings may still be held virtually depending on organizer preferences.

Meetup is ideal for connecting with people who share your interests, like anime. Friendships can develop through regular attendance and engagement in group activities.

Some anime clubs in Sydney may host cosplay events. These are perfect for showing off costumes and joining others excited about anime culture.

Yes, several clubs are welcoming to beginners or casual fans. They often host introductory events, making it easy for newcomers to feel comfortable joining.