Thursday 18th July

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Hello Canberra,

⛅️ Weather: 11° and partly cloudy. A slight 20% chance of a shower. Getting down to -2° tonight.

📆 Today: It’s Thursday, 18th July.

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News: Robert Foster Artwork Moving to Kingston

The illuminated Ossolites in the ActewAGL building on Bunda Street will be moved to a new home in Kingston. Known as The Journey, the large installation was created by the late Canberra designer and artist Robert Foster. He also designed the iconic Fink Water Jug. The artwork is the first confirmed piece for the future Kingston Arts Precinct.

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Eats: 🎄 Christmas in July Buffet at The Hyatt

The Hyatt is running a special Christmas in July Buffet this weekend and next weekend. Indulge in Christmas classics, fresh seafood, live carvery stations, desserts, and a glass of gluhwein upon arrival. Details here.

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Coming up: 🎻 NCO Community Play Day

The National Capital Orchestra is hosting a Community Play Day where musicians have the chance to experience playing with a full symphony orchestra. Last year's Play Day attracted over 100 musicians. The NCO Play Day is happening on July 28th. Details here.

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News: 🏊 Olympics Watch Party Coming to AIS Arena

The AIS will be hosting two Olympic watch parties in the newly refurbished AIS Arena. The first live event will be on August 4th and the second during the Paralympics. I'll have more details soon.

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This Weekend: ♟️ Chess World Record Event

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) is celebrating its 100th anniversary. To mark the occasion, they are looking to break the Guinness World Record for the most chess games played in 24 hours.

Canberra Street Chess will take part in the event this Saturday. Street Chess is a weekly outdoor chess competition for people of all ages and strengths. It has been running for over 25 years! They play every Saturday at 11am outside King O'Malley's. Details here.

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🪱 Composting with Canberra Environment Centre

The Canberra Environment Centre is a non-profit environmental education centre working towards a more sustainable Canberra. They've just received a load of compost bins and worm farms that are now available for sale at a price cheaper than Bunnings! Details here.

The Canberra Environment Centre is also home to The Recyclery where you can find professionally refurbished second-hand bikes for as little as $100. Details here.

Live Music This Week:

Tonight:

• Rhythm Capital (Jazz) @ Molly Bar
• Jazz? @ Smith’s Alternative

Friday:

• Friday Night Jazz @ Gang Gang
• Frostbitten Weekend (Metal) @ The Baso
• The Generators @ Smith’s Alternative
• Friday Night Grooves with Bill Olsen @ PJs

Saturday:

• The Burley Griffin, Twin Single, Grand Pricks @ Fun Time Pony (Free!)
• Royale with Cheese Ultimate 90s Rock Show @ The Baso
• Koi Kingdom Album Launch @ The Street

Later

• The Rubens @ UC Refectory (October 10)