Archives for 2010

out and about over the long weekend

I've already blogged about the delicious lasagna at the vegie bar, but we ate at a few other places over the weekend!After the storm on Saturday, we didn't want to venture too far from home so we popped on over to the EBC. Trashy and familiar, I elected to eat the classic vegan parma at the EBC. Danni went for the shepherd's pie (TVP and potatoes and vegan cheese, I think) from the specials board. This was really tasty! We shared a cherry ripe cheesecake. Who could go past such a delight?I know several people have had some terrible service ...


Inside Outside

New to the store are these porcelain vessels by Amy Simmons. I like the way the decoration continues on the inside of the bowls and cups, there are even circles on the inside of the lidded jar.


Podcasts from SHARE OUTPOST 24/02/10

Big up to our man at Tetris DJ Wasabi for recording the jams for us – this new space is indeed the business… The first jam from last months Outpost, 24 February 2010. 35 megs large. Download Jam 1 Download audio file (OUTPOST 240210 Jam 01.mp3) The second jam from last months Outpost, 24 February 2010. 16 megs large. Download Jam 2 Download audio file (OUTPOST 240210 Jam 02.mp3) The first half of the Prescribed Stimulus Jam “My Favourite Waveform”, from last months Outpost, 24 February 2010. 13 megs large. Download Prescribed Stimulus Jam 1 Download audio file (OUTPOST My Favourite Waveform Jam 01.mp3) The second half ...


The next BUG ride: Lilydale to Warburton

The next Moreland BUG ride is scheduled for the 13th and 14th of March and we will ride the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail! The distance is 38 km each way. The rail is mainly flat and there are lot’s of stops along the way (a gentle rise over Mt Evelyn – trains don’t climb so well eh). We plan to stay overnight in Warburton and ride back to Lilydale on the next day. They have a lovely campsite in Warburton, right next to the Yarra River. Cabins are also available and there are a few Bed & Breakfasts in Warburton. We ...


After doing an overnight shift I wheeled my bike out into the oppressive morning air.  It was cool, but the humidity was high, leaving a wet sheen on any car parked out in the open.  I stripped back down to my tshirt and pedalled off into the morning.  By the time I'd ridden the 20 minutes home I was sweating like the proverbial!I jumped into the shower, then bed, and was asleep just after 9.30am.  I woke up around 2pm to hear thunder rolling about in the distance.  I peeked out from under my eye mask (imperative for those who ...


696 Ink Opening

I thought that I was going to the opening of a tattoo parlor with a few paintings on the wall. The sinks for the tattoo parlor part have yet to be installed so the only ink was on a few drawings – it was just a gallery opening. 696 Ink is a new gallery in the same location on Sydney Road as 696. To the casual observer it may not even look like a new gallery. Some of the same artists are on the wall. The front gallery is still hung salon style although the larger paintings make it look less ...


New Shoppe Hours

Hey everyone!There have been many FUNKY changes to the store - you should come in and check out the new look Co-Op soon! We've got $2 bargain bins - quote from a customer "I can't believe this amazing jacket is $2, I'd pay $20!" - plenty of new stock, including plenty of books, and new opening hours.Tuesday to Saturday - 10am til 5pmSunday - 10am til 4pmDrop by and say hi!Nevena xxooox


Bar Idda

132 Lygon St, Brunswick East; 03 9380 5339With the launch of Cheap Eats 2010 last week, Bar Idda in Brunswick East found itself in the limelight, picking up the Cheap Eats Champ award. The plaudits reminded me of our early-summer meal there, which I hadn't got to writing up.Bar Idda opened unobtrusively into the space formerly occupied by Rumi (who moved down the street a bit to bigger premises)


More Madness

More madness from Debbie Harman - spoons and bowls.


Monday Melbourne Roundup

I cooked something new!! So wait for the recipe which will be up this week. I'm slowly getting back into my groove, having all new furniture has really rejuevenated me. Last week was INSANELY busy so I am forcing myself to stay in as much as possible this week/long weekend. I have a few art projects I've been working on at home so I'm going to finish them this weekend. Also as you've no doubt gleaned I've been super depressed over the past couple of months so this week is the festival of Carla!! I'm going to get a body ...


Natural Wonder

Kay Goldfinch has supplied us with porcelain sculptures representing various natural items, above is one of her sea corals. The colouration is wonderful, looking much better in real life than in the image above.


Dear Buggies, This years Sydney Road Street Festival will be held on January 28th. The Moreland BUG organized a stall, bike parking and bike mechanical service (a big thank you to Huw and his team at Commuter Cycles!). The only thing we need are some volunteers to help out at the stall and the bike parking. The festival starts at noon and finishes around 7.00 pm. If you want to give a hand (as little as one hour is enough) please email me and let me know your preferred time you would like to help and also if you would like to help ...


Dogs On Guard

These great lidded jars are by Kaye Poulton. The dogs used as handles look like they're guarding the contents.


February 13, 2010: Court Jester II

Our first visit to Court Jester was such a success that when Gem from the excellent Soupurban suggested a Brunswick brunch, there was only one place we wanted to visit. Things were a little busier than our first trip, suggesting that word is gradually spreading, but we still snared a four-person section of the big communal table without any trouble.The menu isn't massive, so Cindy went straight back to the blintzes which had so wowed her last time. Alas, by 10:30 or so there wasn't a blintz left in the place. The waiter was quick to suggest ...


I like to believe that J and I are like any other married couple out there. We can get under each other's skin very easily, but we also have many days where we are all cuddly - you know - that couple you see on the street holding hands and trying to be all secret about their PDAs. I've also never been one to celebrate Valentine's Day. Bah Humbug! But this past Sunday was different. J got up and made me a fabulous soy flat white, handed me that and a little gift... !!!! Awwwwww!!! I know!!!!Yes. Those are EXACTLY ...


OUTPOST is back for 2010 with a brand new spanking venue, a reinvigorated format and a crew of core artists to help facilitate these events and keep the good times rolling. WHERE AND WHEN? WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 24 @ DJ WASABI’S new creative space TETRIS 36 Phoenix St, Brunswick (2 minutes walk from Brunswick Railway Station) 8 p.m. till Midnight View Larger Map As always, entry is free, and it’s a great opportunity to meet some like-minded artists, see/hear/participate in some great new work and even try out some of your own new material. So...BRING YOUR GEAR AND HAVE NO FEAR! SPICY FORMAT CHANGES FOR SHARE OUTPOST 2010 Feature Artist Performance ...


Please be aware that Melbourne Water will be shutting down the path for a short period. Works will occur this Wednesday 17th February, sometime between 12-2pm. There will be a temporary sign tomorrow morning advising users of the proposed shutdown and set up the construction signage on the day as per the traffic management plan. The closure will be staffed at both ends and detour maps are available on-site. Users detour via Parkview, Harrison and Albion. The works being undertaken are the removal of tree(s?) adjacent to the path, between Albion and Parkview in East Brunswick. The duration of the closure is expected ...


The Upfield bike path has been registered for Clean Up Australia Day, Sunday 7 March from 10 am – 12 pm! Tammy, the Environment Education Officer at Moreland Council, is organising a clean-up along the bike path between Albion Street and Reynard Street and she’s hoping some other cyclists who regularly commute along the path may be interested in helping with the clean up. This is a public event, anyone is welcome. The meeting point on the day is Albion Street just east of Anstey Station. Gloves, bags etc will be provided. Details of this and other sites are on the Clean Up ...


A cushion or four……

On the drawing board this week is a project that has been on the cards for quite some time.....Patchwork cushions.I've been saving up the offcuts from my souvenir tea towel stools till I had a healthy stash worthy of bundling together for a cushion or four!I tend to work in color blocks so decided that was the way to go. I ended up with oranges, blues, reds and greens, all my favorites.I have plenty more to make but I thought 4 was a nice amount to have ready for my stall on Saturday at Sisters Market.Do pop by if you're ...


i was in adeliade over the weekend, and i thought you might be interested to see the kinds of fashions that people are wearing over there!!x x holly


Creative Design Hub

Applications are open for spaces in a creative design Hub in Brunswick. As well as running your own independent business, you will be working alongside an award winning Creative Interior/Marketing Co who are tendering for jobs in the corporate and events industry.   Spaces available range from Hot Desks to Workshop Space. Sizes vary; lock up studio pods available. This is a unique concept and unique space integrating consultation, design, manufacture and showroom. Great for Signwriters, Graphic Designers, 3d designers, Interior Designers, Photographers, Multi Media, Web Development, Print Making, Industrial Designers… There is everything you need to run your business: office equipment; printers, photocopiers, internet, storage… Shared amenities; ...


Are you looking for that certain place to hold your event that’s like no other venue you’ve seen? A place where you can create the vibe YOU want without narky managers getting in your way???? Yup… well lucky for you we’ve built it!!! TETRIS is perfect for all events and occasions, the venue is equipped with a 12k sound system, stage, smoke machines, projectors, lighting, two separate areas, M/F toilets, back stage/ band room, funky urban artwork, plenty of parking and friendly staff. Need help organising your event???? Our event management team can assist you with booking acts, visuals & decor, promo, printing, ...


Are you looking for a new studio space to do your thing? Tetris Studios is a freshly developed creative warehouse in Brunswick run by musicians, producers & entertainment specialists. The premises has recording studios, film/photography studios, rehearsal studios, live performance venue for up to approx 250 - 300 people, sound, light & stage hire, large chill area with bbq, entertainment and booking agency and resident producers who lease long term studios. We’ve just had two studios become available and would like to complete the in house crew with a photographer, film maker and/or graphic designer. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking ...


The BUG Rides are back!

Hello Buggies, Finally, the rides are back! After quite some time without any BUG rides we managed to get them back on track. The first ride for this year is scheduled for February 14th and will go to the Studley Park Boathouse. We will have two departing points: We will depart from O’ Heas Street Bakery at 9.30 am. From there we will go to the Noise Bar in Brunswick to pick up additional riders. We would expect to leave the Noise Bar by approx 9.45 am. The next stop is the Studley Park Boathouse for refreshments. This is a leisurely ride and suitable for families. ...


Brooches

Vicki Grima has supplied us with a great range of porcelain brooches with a variety of decorative finishes.