Saturday 7th December

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Hello Canberra,

📆 Today: It’s Saturday, December 7.

⛈️ Weather: 30° and showers. There’s a chance of a thunderstorm.

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👉 The Weekend in Canberra

There’s a Christmas celebration happening in Ginninderry, the Ethel Carrick and Anne Dangar exhibitions are opening at the NGA, there’s a Tiny Home Expo at EPIC, A Christmas Market in Kingston and much more...

Get the full rundown of weekend events here.

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Tomorrow: 🎶 PACHANGA! Summer Sounds Street Party

This Sunday, Smith’s Alternative is throwing a free outdoor Summer Sounds street party featuring Latin, Ska, Afrobeat and Reggae vibes with three local bands. There will also be a BBQ, plenty of shade, and a small market. Details here.

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Eats: 🍾 NYE Dinner in Canberra

Bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the New Year with a delicious meal. Here are some of the Canberra restaurants putting on a special meal for New Year’s Eve:

Lazy-Su: Funky Pan-Asian eatery Lazy-Su is doing an $85 set menu featuring one night only dishes as well as favourites. A drink on arrival is included. Details here.

Rebel Rebel: Enjoy a seven-course set menu to share, along with a glass of champagne on arrival. Rebel Rebel has been hoarding some special drops that they will open as part of the optional beverage pairing. Details here.

Louis: Ring in the New Year with a 5-course menu from Louis featuring dishes like confit ocean trout and duck breast with beetroot & plum for $180pp. Details here.

Water’s Edge: Fine dining restaurant, Water’s Edge is doing a three-course dinner for $140pp featuring blue spanner crab and wagyu beef, and a bottle of sparkling. Details here.

Braddon Merchant: Enjoy a Chef’s selection of share-style dishes for $89 per person with an option to add a two-hour beverage package for $45. Details here.

The Meat & Wine Co: Enjoy a glass of sparkling on arrival along with a selection of popular dishes as part of a set menu for $168pp. Details here.

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Canberra Community: 🚲 The Recyclery

The Recyclery is a community bicycle workshop that not only refurbishes bikes but also empowers people to maintain and repair their own bikes. After its city lease ended, is has been operating out of a less-than-ideal facility in Harrison. Now, they’re constructing a purpose-built shed, set to open in March next year. They are currently raising money through bike sales and donations to finish the project. Details here.

The Recyclery is hosting a second-hand bike sale today from 10am to 2pm—an excellent opportunity to pick up a quality, refurbished set of wheels at an affordable price. Details here.

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Something to do: 🛶 6hr Adventure Race

Take on an epic 6-hour adventure race in Canberra. Run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate your way across a 15km or 30km unmarked, off-road course. With 6 hours on the clock, your goal is to collect all the checkpoints and make it back to the finish line. Details here.

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Eats: 🍝 Free Pasta

Mr Pasta, a new takeaway pasta restaurant in Gungahlin Marketplace, is celebrating its grand opening this Saturday. Stop by between 11am and 2pm for free pasta and enjoy complimentary coffee all day. Details here.

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Traffic Closures and Shuttles

Commonwealth Avenue will be closed northbound between State Circle and Parkes Way this weekend. Details here.

If you’re attending Carols by Candlelight in Commonwealth Park today, there will be free shuttles from the Woden and City interchanges. Details here.

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Classifieds:

Give the Gift of Music This Christmas

Looking for the perfect present? Treat your loved ones to a magical Candlelight Concert experience. Upcoming highlights include Best of Bridgerton, A Tribute to Queen and the Best of Hans Zimmer. Immerse yourself in the glow of candlelight and unforgettable performances. Details here.

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Canberra Digest will be back on Monday. Have a great weekend!