social events.

looking for local offline connection?

a calendar of in-person talks, stand-up comedy nights, elder’s storytelling, chess club, music performances, craft and chat afternoons, singles’ mixers, the Under the Moon philosophy group, board game nights (Catan, anyone?), women's circle, men's group, the “therapists taboo panel”, book club, hobby groups, movie nights…

if you organise a local community group and are looking for a space to meet, we’d love to hear from you!

join us in the real world #escapeyouralgorithm.

The Future of Human Connection

tuesday 5th august 2025

join us for the manly42 evening talks series at the iconic Henry G’s, a cozy, historical bar in the heart of Manly, for an evening of thought-provoking conversation exploring how technology and artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we connect with each other and with ourselves.

We’re bringing together four inspiring guest speakers who are experts in artificial intelligence, philosophy, psychotherapy, occupational therapy and women’s empowerment coaching who will explore the future of human connection.

expect an evening of meaningful conversation and engaging Q&A paired with a glass of wine, delicious food and like-minded people who are curious and open to deeper dialogue.

after the talks, stay for mingling and connection in the inviting atmosphere of Henry G’s.

buy your ticket HERE

ticket price excludes food and wine. a portion of profits will go to bear cottage, the only children's hospice in NSW.

evening talks series 1.0

pre-launch event at gumbooya reserve

on friday 27th june 2025 we met in gumbooya reserve for a welcome to Country ceremony and to acknowledge the land on which we meet. it was such a perfect way to celebrate our human connection with the beautiful people

the blue sky and the sunshine welcomed us and warmed us up just for our gathering, after a cold and grey morning. this event wasn't successful without your love and support

thank you so much for being there to witness our journey and those who wanted to be there but couldn't, everyone showed us so much support, that drives us to go forward to help create this new community a meaningful one for all.

People stayed longer afterwards, connecting one after another with the delicious food.

People came from everywhere, from manly to all the way from auburn!!

Gratitude to all

Special thanks to