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Speculative Writing Night @ Chatswood Library

**If you're coming, [please RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817) as well as here so they can set out enough places for us on the night.** Our aim is to provide a supportive community for speculative fiction (science fiction, fantasy and horror etc) writers at all levels, offering a platform for networking, dedicated writing time, craft discussions, and publication tips. Whether you're just starting or an established wordsmith, join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month at Chatswood Library. **[RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817)** *In addition to RSVPing here on Meetup, please register at the link above so we can keep track of numbers as we are promoting across different platforms.* **Schedule:** **5:30 - 6:00 pm:** Introductions and casual chat **6:00 - 7:30 pm:** 'Focus & Write' session **7:30 - 8:30 pm:** Continue writing, or socialise and share your progress **What to bring:** Your work-in-progress, whether on screen or paper. Connect with fellow writers, explore the speculative fiction realm, and let your imagination soar at our regular writing meetups. Do note a 'yes' RSVP on Meetup does not confirm your place, **[please RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817)** so they can set out enough places for us on the night. \*\*\* **Our meeting room** We are in the **Creator Space**, straight down the main aisle from the front desk, though the sign may be obscured by books. If you are unable to locate the Creator Space, ask the staff at the front desk for its location; they are expecting us. **[How to get there](https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Locations-and-Hours/Chatswood-Library)** **Public transport**: Chatswood Library is located in The Concourse, 350m from major Chatswood transportation hubs, including Chatswood train station and Chatswood bus interchange. **Parking**: Parking is available at The Concourse car park accessible on Ferguson Lane via Archer St ONLY. Parking rates can be found [here](https://www.theconcourse.com.au/visit/parking/). The library has lift access from The Concourse car park and from The Concourse, ground and upper levels. Parking is also available at Chatswood Chase adjacent to The Concourse on the corner of Archer St and Victoria Ave. The first 3 hours parking are free. **Cycle**: Bicycle parking is available at library entrance. **Accessibility** For participants requiring stair-free access, this is available through the Ferguson Lane entrance through the parking garage. Ride shares or taxis should be directed to drop off at that location. If further assistance is needed please let the Meetup coordinators know in advance and we will do our best to assist. Please be advised that access from Victoria Ave does consist of a significant flight of steps up into the Concourse area. Did I mention you should **[RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817)** to make sure they know our numbers?

Bi/Queer Board Games (BYG)

Bring your own game(s) and let's play. Join us at the "Nude" at the Glebe Hotel (63 Bay St, Glebe, Sydney). Drinks and food are available for purchase. Follow bi+ flags or ask staff if you can't find us. You can always send us a message here and/or on Facebook. **Let us know what you think about our events (in person or via messages), as we continue hosting events for the community - your feedback helps us shape what we do.** Please remember, all Sydney Bi+ Social Club events are designed and hosted by volunteers. We don't get paid and/or are associated with any organisations. Be patient with us and kind to one another. We look forward to seeing you 💖💜💙. [Connect on Instagram.](https://www.instagram.com/sydbiclub/) [Join our Private Facebook Group.](https://www.facebook.com/groups/266481719229480) **Consider supporting Sydney Bi+ Social Club to help us cover all the admin costs - [donate here](https://ko-fi.com/sydbiclub) 💜.** ***Sydney Bi+ Social Club 💗💜💙 is Sydney Community-led Events & Gathering for All Multisexual & Queer Humans.*** *We acknowledge the Gadigal and Wangal peoples of the Eora Nation, traditional custodians of the land on which many of us live, work, play and host events. We pay my respects to ancestors and Elders past and present. We acknowledge queer Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander peoples all around the nati*

BLOODY BEETROOTS

As of 2025, The Bloody Beetroots remains a pioneering force in the world of electronic music, bridging the gap between electro, punk rock, and dance genres. Founded in 2005 by Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo, an Italian musician and producer, the project has undergone various transformations over the years, but has never wavered in its ability to captivate audiences globally. From his breakout hit "Warp 1.9" with Steve Aoki to his critically acclaimed albums like Romborama, Hide, and The Great Electronic Swindle, The Bloody Beetroots have carved out a unique niche. The act gained international fame for its unique blend of electronic beats and live instruments, as well as his iconic TBB mask, which has become a symbol of his bold artistic vision. Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo's collaborations read like a who's-who of the music industry, spanning from Paul McCartney to Tommy Lee and Jet. He's also shared the stage with big names like Snoop Dogg, Metallica, The Prodigy and Kanye West, exhibiting his genre-defying flexibility. In recent years, The Bloody Beetroots has delved into new sonic territories while still remaining true to his roots. The addition of various multimedia elements into his shows has elevated his performances into full-fledged immersive experiences, earning Bob a dedicated following both in the festival circuit and in more intimate venues. Still riding the wave of success, Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo continues to be a multi-faceted artist-DJ'ing, producing, and even engaging in activism, particularly in environmental causes. Rifo shows no signs of slowing down; he's still in the race, perpetually hungry for content, knowledge, and the next opportunity to electrify audiences. Through numerous albums, EPs, and global tours, The Bloody Beetroots remain an indomitable force in the music world, continually evolving while leaving an indelible mark on both fans and the industry at large. I will be at this event. Location for meetup will be posted on the day. Tickets from: https://m.moshtix.com.au

Backgammon Mondays

**Know how to play backgammon? Want to learn? Looking to have a fun night?** **Come along to our weekly backgammon night at the Newmarket Hotel for fun, games and delicious food. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete beginner we cater to all levels.** **We play social games and swap who we play to get more experience playing different people.** **If you have a board please bring it, but if not we usually have enough for everyone to play on.** **Feel free to join us anytime from 6:15pm and leave whenever you like.**

Quattro Chiacchiere a Kirribilli

Board Games in a Bar. Someone Had To

The Art Syndicate's weekly games night has been running for over two years. The regulars keep coming back. That's the whole story, really. Come as you are. **If you've got $10 to spend at the bar, that's what keeps the collection growing**. A wine, a beer, something non-alcoholic, and you're set for the night. **If money's tight, just show up. We'd rather have you in the room.** **External food is welcome.** For the after-work crowd, we often end up eating together anyway. Lisa and Saxon know the collection inside out. Tell them what you're after, something fast and social, a deep strategy game, or you've never touched a board game in your life, and you'll be sorted in five minutes. We've got titles that'll become new favourites and rare gems for the dedicated gamers. The room fills up with people who came once and never stopped coming back. Solo, with friends, or somewhere in between, it works either way. Come find out why. 🎲 Come find out why. **🎲 What's on the table** **Party & social** Coyote · Exploding Kittens · Ghost Court · Here to Slay · Monikers · Munchkin · No Ducks Given · Sushi Go · Telestrations · Trolley Problem · Uno: No Mercy · A Fake Artist Goes to New York **Social deduction** Blood on the Clocktower · Codenames · Coup **Strategy** Arcs · Carcassonne · Catan · Railroads · Sidereal Confluence · Ticket to Ride: Europe **Mystery & investigation** Awkward Guests · Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective · This Game is Killer: Frozen Horrors **Co-op** Magic Maze · Pandemic Legacy · Puzzle Box **Team** Captain Sonar **Classics** Cards · Chess · Scrabble *Want something specific? Give us a heads up and we'll have it ready.* 📍 Surry Hills (address on RSVP) 🍷🍺🥤 Wine, beer & non-alcoholic 🎲 Full games library all night 🕛 Bar open until midnight *— Lisa & Saxon* ***

Games Night in Maroubra at First Games

First Games Maroubra is situated in the heart of Maroubra, above Lovely Dogs and next to Mortgage Choice (cnr Boyce and Anzac Parade). Free parking and great buses. FREE for first-timers, kids, NDIS (and their carers) ... $5 for everyone else. There are always people in attendance, even if they haven't RSVP'd here. We were only closed once last year and that was Xmas to NY week. There is a games library and many of us also bring our own games too. There are lots of food places all around the area. Looking forward to seeing you there.

Bondi Board Games - ECBG Friday Meetup

We are ECBG, the Eastern Community Boardgame Group and we meet every Friday at 7pm. Come join us to experience lots of fun with board games, card games, social deduction games and more! We're a friendly group with a diverse group of attendees and welcome everyone to participate. Feel free to come along whether you're a seasoned veteran or just want to try out the hobby. We have lots of people that bring games along and they're all happy to teach games to new players. Bring your own games if you like too, announce the game you wish to run and you'll find players within our group. If you're new, don't worry about lack of numbers in prior attendance lists, we typically have 20-35 players each week. Attendance at our meetups is free, but Easts Club do require you to sign in to enter the club so valid ID is required. Although optional, if you start to attend our free events regularly, you may wish to consider joining Easts as a member in which case there is a small per year membership fee (under $10) to Easts and comes with perks and discounts. You can inquire further on this with Easts direct as you enter the club. We generally meet in the auditorium area next to Artie's Bar on Level 1. Sometimes when there is an event on, we might be in Artie's Bar itself instead. Club staff should be able to direct you to us if you're lost. Just ask where the Free Board Gaming Group is located known as ECBG. Note there is a smaller project group that operate within Easts on a Friday night as well, that charge an attendance fee so be clear you're looking for the free community boardgames group ECBG and you'll find us. See you there!

NORTH RYDE : ELS HALL : FRIDAYS : INDOORS : NO BEGINNERS : FIRST VISIT IS FREE.

JOIN US FOR A FUN MORNING OF INDOOR PICKLEBALL. **NEW COURT MARKINGS:** **WE HAVE 8 COURTS. 2 ROWS BY 4 COURTS SIDE BY SIDE. NOT BACK TO BACK.** **PLEASE NOTE:** THIS SESSION COMMENCES AT 9.40AM AND FINISHES AT 12.40PM. SHOULD YOU ARRIVE EARLY POLITELY WAIT UNTIL STAFF HAVE SET UP THE COURTS. **DO NOT REQUEST FOR THE COURTS TO BE SET UP DUE TO YOUR EARLY ARRIVAL.** **IF YOU ARE A BEGINNER OR FIRST TIMER, THIS SESSION IS NOT SUITABLE. PLEASE LOOK AT ATTENDING OUR WEDNESDAY MORNING SESSION.** **This event is at the Y Ryde Community Centre, ELS HALL which is an Affiliated Playing Venue registered with Pickleball Association of NSW.** ***COST:*** ***Please check-in with reception prior to entering the Pickleball courts area. Note: Cost is $11 and first time attendees play for free. Also available is an 11 pass for $100 (equates to $10 per session) with no expiry date only for use at this venue.*** Play Pickleball in a friendly, relaxed environment. If possible, please familiarise yourself with the basic rules of the game here: https://youtu.be/fTvPYdKZqO0 Bring a paddle, water, and a sense of fun. We have paddles to borrow at no cost. Wear comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis or indoor sports shoes ... no sandals, thongs or other less supportive shoes. **RSVPing Notes:** **1\. If you change your attendee status\, please do so by 9pm on the night PRIOR the event\. This will allow waitisters time to amend their commitments and attend\. Failure to do so without good reason will be regarded as a Late Withdrawal\.** **2\. I will monitor "No Shows" and "Late Withdrawals" and I will act upon repeat offenders\.** **3\. Waitlisters will not be accepted to play\.** *** **SAFETY NOTE 1:** **This is a reminder to implement correct ball etiquette for our multi-use courts: when your ball rolls onto another court, DO NOT chase after it.** **Call “ball” and the next player to serve on your court puts their paddle in the air to indicate who the ball should be passed to.** **The court which has received the ball stops playing immediately, the ball is picked up and passed THROUGH THE AIR to whoever is the server needing the ball. Their point is replayed.** **Do not swipe the ball off the court, or roll it on the ground and please ask who the server is. This speeds up the game for both courts and improves safety issues.** **SAFETY NOTE 2:** **When going to and from courts please egress via the perimeter of the venue NOT BETWEEN COURTS. Ensure play has stopped on the courts you are passing and if possible egress as a group, rather than independently, hence minimising the delay caused upon the court you are passing.** **Thanks for your cooperation.** For any queries please message Les via Meetup or add a comment on this event.

NORTH RYDE : ELS HALL : FRIDAYS : INDOORS : NO BEGINNERS

JOIN US FOR A FUN MORNING OF INDOOR PICKLEBALL. **NEW COURT MARKINGS:** **WE HAVE 8 COURTS. 2 ROWS BY 4 COURTS SIDE BY SIDE. NOT BACK TO BACK.** **PLEASE NOTE:** THIS SESSION COMMENCES AT 9.40AM AND FINISHES AT 12.40PM. SHOULD YOU ARRIVE EARLY POLITELY WAIT UNTIL STAFF HAVE SET UP THE COURTS. **DO NOT REQUEST FOR THE COURTS TO BE SET UP DUE TO YOUR EARLY ARRIVAL.** **IF YOU ARE A BEGINNER OR FIRST TIMER, THIS SESSION IS NOT SUITABLE. PLEASE LOOK AT ATTENDING OUR WEDNESDAY MORNING SESSION.** **This event is at the Y Ryde Community Centre, ELS HALL which is an Affiliated Playing Venue registered with Pickleball Association of NSW.** ***COST:*** ***Please check-in with reception prior to entering the Pickleball courts area. Note: Cost is $11 and first time attendees play for free. Also available is an 11 pass for $100 (equates to $10 per session) with no expiry date only for use at this venue.*** Play Pickleball in a friendly, relaxed environment. If possible, please familiarise yourself with the basic rules of the game here: https://youtu.be/fTvPYdKZqO0 Bring a paddle, water, and a sense of fun. We have paddles to borrow at no cost. Wear comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis or indoor sports shoes ... no sandals, thongs or other less supportive shoes. **RSVPing Notes:** **1\. If you change your attendee status\, please do so by 9pm on the night PRIOR the event\. This will allow waitisters time to amend their commitments and attend\. Failure to do so without good reason will be regarded as a Late Withdrawal\.** **2\. I will monitor "No Shows" and "Late Withdrawals" and I will act upon repeat offenders\.** **3\. Waitlisters will not be accepted to play\.** *** **SAFETY NOTE 1:** **This is a reminder to implement correct ball etiquette for our multi-use courts: when your ball rolls onto another court, DO NOT chase after it.** **Call “ball” and the next player to serve on your court puts their paddle in the air to indicate who the ball should be passed to.** **The court which has received the ball stops playing immediately, the ball is picked up and passed THROUGH THE AIR to whoever is the server needing the ball. Their point is replayed.** **Do not swipe the ball off the court, or roll it on the ground and please ask who the server is. This speeds up the game for both courts and improves safety issues.** **SAFETY NOTE 2:** **When going to and from courts please egress via the perimeter of the venue NOT BETWEEN COURTS. Ensure play has stopped on the courts you are passing and if possible egress as a group, rather than independently, hence minimising the delay caused upon the court you are passing.** **Thanks for your cooperation.** For any queries please message Les via Meetup or add a comment on this event.

Riverwood MIISC - Indoor Open Skill Thursday Socials

Our Open Skill Sessions are the easiest way to jump in, play, and enjoy pickleball. No pressure, no grading, just good rallies and good company. These morning and afternoon sessions are designed for all skill levels, whether you're brand new, still learning the ropes, or just looking for a relaxed social run-around. Players rotate through friendly doubles games, meet new people, and get plenty of court time. The vibe is simple: show up, have fun, and play at your own pace. If you want a welcoming, low‑stress session where everyone gets involved, this is your spot. Free to register online (Pay at desk of $7.50) Secure your spot only on Eventbrite: https://MIISCSocialPickleball.eventbrite.com.au