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The Serious Sydney Socialiser is a resource
for those who wish to socialise within
a thought provoking cultural environment
with like minded people.

Most cities and regional areas have similar
cultural based organisations to those listed below,
why not use our list to trigger your imagination.

Immerse yourself at
a Writers Festival
and be entertained by
wonderful authors and thinkers.

Immerse yourself at
a Writers Festival
and be entertained by
wonderful authors and thinkers.

Membership gives you an insider's view of the Gallery, taking you into the world of art in ways that go beyond visiting and viewing.

Make friends with the State Library of NSW and join for a wide variety or stimulating events throughout the year. You'll discover treasures and gain a deeper understanding of the magnificent collections.

Sydney Talks is an independent guide telling you where to find the most interesting public talks and debates in Sydney. Featuring events across a number of topics, including politics, science, history and the Arts.

The National Trust manages and maintains significant heritage properties and their collections, throughout NSW Australia, and runs educational programs for people of all ages along with many social functions.

The Australian Museum runs an exciting program of events for its Members - exhibition previews, lectures, family outings, bush walks, behind-the-scenes tours and lots more. It also organises local and overseas tours led by Museum experts, as well as weekend field trips and adventure holidays. Plus the membership includes free admission to the Museum all year round.

Enjoy exclusive exhibition viewings, participate in members-only programs and workshops, be stimulated by engaging events and meet like-minded people. Membership of the NGA in Canberra will enhance your experience of the visual arts and give you the opportunity to access a unique range of member benefits.

WriteWords is a writers' community in the UK, a source of inspiration, offering feedback and support along with constructive advice, interviews and articles from top writing names, as well as inside info on the latest writing jobs, opportunities, competitions and news.
They offer a warm welcome to members from all around the world!

The Centre offers literary resources and professional information to established and aspiring writers of all kinds and organises events such as book launches, readings, literary evenings and lectures as well as meeting spaces for writers' groups and literary organisations.

Powerhouse membership offers a greater opportunity to discover the astounding, the clever and the incredible. There are so many amazing things to see and do, it's impossible to experience everything in just one day.

Gleebooks is very a special bookstore in Glebe Sydney. It's special because not only do they have a wonderful range of books, they also provide many literary events and book launches. Ideal for a Sydneysider seeking to socialise within a thought provoking environment.

The National Parks Association of NSW provide the safety of a group while exploring the spectacular & unique bushland of NSW. Walk on as many walks as you wish, both midweek and weekends. Become a member and enjoy the excellent member benefits, meet new friends.

A camera club can provide a positive environment in which to learn about photography and develop photographic skills through competition, presentations and social activity with like mined people. It also provides an opportunity to view the photography of people whose work is visually beautiful but rarely seen.

The Royal Art Society offers a wide variety of courses including drawing, oil and water painting, still life, life drawing, portrait & landscape paintings. It also runs sketch club evenings where everyone is welcome.

Toastmasters meet regularly providing members with the opportunity to practice speaking in a non-threatening environment.

Members receive invitations to exhibition openings and special events. Throughout the year a number of functions are organised exclusively for the Friends such as excursions, lectures and social events.

ADFAS Sydney provides for its members a yearly program of illustrated lectures given by overseas and Australian lecturers chosen for their communication skills and expert knowledge in their fields.

The RAHS organises lectures and workshops, functions, walks, talks and visits on a wide variety of topics on Australian history.

"Inform yourself and transform your life."
So much personal satisfaction can come from learning
often leading to the release of unexpected creative energy and possibilities.

WEA Sydney is an adult education organisation providing adults with stimulating and varied educational activities which develop their knowledge, understanding and skills. The WEA places special emphasis on providing opportunities for the serious and objective study of the arts, humanities and sciences.

Sydney University’s Centre for Continuing Education provides lifelong learning opportunities for people at all stages of life, who want to upgrade professional skills and qualifications, bridge a gap between previous study and university, undertake self-enrichment or engage in active retirement learning.

The aim of the HHT of NSW is to promote public interest in the HHT's properties, organise events and raise funds for their conservation. If you become a member you will be a part of a vibrant organisation dedicated to conserving some of our most important historic buildings. Membership opens the door into Sydney's history, its architecture and art, music, food, gardens, design and much more. You'll also have access to a unique events and tours program designed especially for members.

Artuccino presents a list of links to fourteen of Sydney's most prestigious commercial galleries. Plan a day-out and visit some of them along with a slow lunch in one of Paddington's lovely restaurants.