Sydney Rock 'n Roll and Alternative Market

The Sydney Rock 'n Roll and Alternative Market is moving to a new home – Manning House and Manning Bar, Sydney University – Over 3 Levels. The grand re-opening takes place on Sunday June 3, 2012.

 

 

The Sydney Rock ‘n’ Roll & Alternative Market is The Ultimate Subculture Market with over 50 amazing live music culture related stalls. Fans of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Rockabilly, Goth, Ska, Garage, Glam, Metal, Punk, Alt. Country, Swing, Burlesque, Roller Derby and more are all catered for. The market features Rock ‘n’ Roll, Alternative and Vintage Fashion for men, women and children, Jewellery, Accessories, Record's, CD's, DVDs , Books, Art, Collectables, Food stalls, a vintage car display, a children’s activity area, live music, DJs and loads more.

The massive entertainment line up features Live bands; Gay Paris, Captain Reckless & the Lost Souls, Danny & The Cosmic Tremors and the Swingtanic Sextet. Plus DJs – Limpin’ Jimmy & the Swingin Kitten, Solid Gold Hell DJs, Rat Race DJs - Dee Dee Rude, The Cider Striders, Mark Keith Brown and Cobweb Club DJ - Kat Caterwaul.

At 11am on the main stage Australia’s leading Rock Photographer Tony Mott will present a slideshow of some of his amazing images and talk about his life as a rock photographer. His photographs reveal something of the mystery, the revved up power and the adrenaline of rock n’ roll and he can tell a fantastic story.

Sydney Rock 'n' Roll & Alternative Markets Grand Re-opening Timetable for Sunday June 3

Ground Floor and First Level Balcony Stalls - Open 10.30am - 4pm.
Second Floor Stalls and Kustom Kulture Room Stalls - Open from 10.30am - 5.30pm
Car Display & Kids Activities 10.30am to 3pm

Performance Times Front Courtyard -
Rat Race DJs – Dee Dee Rude, Mark Keith Brown, The Cider Striders - From 10.30 a.m. to 4.00pm.

Performance Times 2nd Floor -
11.00am – 12.00pm Tony Mott Photography Talk and Slideshow
12.00pm – 12.30pm Limpin’ Jimmy & the Swingin’ Kitten
12.30pm – 1.15pm The Swingtanic Sextet.
1.15pm – 1.45 pm Limpin’ Jimmy & the Swingin’ Kitten
1.45pm – 2.30pm Danny & the Cosmic Tremors
2.30pm – 3.00pm Kat Caterwaul
3.00pm – 3.45pm Captain Reckless & the Lost Souls
3.45pm – 4.15pm Solid Gold Hell DJs
4.15pm – 5.15pm Gay Paris
5.15pm - 6.00pm Solid Gold Hell DJs

Entry by Donation.

Donations support the ongoing provision of this event at low cost to all patrons. Sydney Roller Derby League will be assisting with collecting the donations - 15% of all donations goes to Sydney Roller Derby League

Catwoman - 60's Style

My five year old son has taken a recent interest in Batman from the 1960's.

We have been watching some TV episodes (and the film, with the exploding shark!) and I am loving Catwoman. She's fierce!

There was also Julie Newmar

and Eartha Kitt

Who do you prefer as Catwoman?

Although they were all kick ass, my favourite Catwoman is Lee Meriwether.

Book of the Week: Corinne Grant – Lessons in Letting Go

I have always liked Corinne Grant (Australian comedian and television personality), so I was really looking forward to reading her book, Lessons in Letting Go.

Many readers of my blog have a passion for all things vintage. We have our collections that have history but what happens when the collection takes up most of your space?

Corinne talks about the overwhelming feeling that can occur when you have too much stuff.

It wasn't just 'stuff' to Corinne. Her possessions had memories attached to them. This is something that I can relate to, especially when it comes to my son’s things and presents I have received from my family.

Although Lessons in Letting Go deals with a somewhat serious topic, Corinne’s warmth and humour shine though on every page.

It’s not a self-help book but a wonderful, honest memoir.

Published by Allen & Unwin and is available on paperback for $23.99.

Guess The Celebrity

Do you know who it is?

The Australian Women's Weekly, The Retro Cookbook

The Australian Women's Weekly, The Retro Cookbook is a book that every retro domestic goddess should have on her bookshelf.

Not only is this cookbook filled with delicious recipes, it's absolutely beautiful to look at too.

Yum! Neenish Tarts

With Mothers Day on Sunday, this cookbook would make a lovely present for your mother or grandmother.

My favourite, Prawn Cocktail

Breakfast

Scones with jam and cream - yes please!

The Australian Women’s Weekly, The Retro Cookbook

(ACP Books, RRP $49.95).

Available from bookstores and online at www.acpbooks.com.au

Rozelle Markets - What I Found Today

I love going to Rozelle Markets. You just never know what you may find.

Prices can sometimes be on the expensive side, but today found a stall that was clearing everything out for $1!

Here's what I got (excuse the quality of the photos, they are from my crappy iPhone):

 

 

This Faster Pussycat red gingham dress was my favourite buy of the day. I don't even think it's been worn before. The photo isn't really doing it justice. It's a small size and won't fit me so it's going to my niece.

Another present for my niece. This Cab 55 handbag is so cute.

This corset is going to be worn by my vintage mannequin.

Good shopping day! Can't believe that they were all only $1 each!