Good morning Newcastle! Welcome back to the Newcastle Digest. Welcome to all of the new subscribers.

We have introduced a few new topics this week and started the countdown to Christmas. Let me know your thoughts on this edition by voting on the poll at the end of the newsletter and share with a friend if you enjoy!

Table of Contents

• Eats

• Events

• Activities

• Miscellaneous

Quick hits

Eats

Brilliant breakfast’s

I'm switching it up this week to a new section. The hunt for Newcastle’s best breakfast is on. This will not be a weekly occurrence by any means (cost of living), but the mission is on!

This week, I am showcasing Neighbours on Market St. Neighbours provides a, unique food experience featuring a number of signature dishes that you just can’t go past. My pick was the Veggie Brekkie Roll, which was delicious.

Similar to the date night diaries series, I will score the cafes on a rating system and add the total to a leaderboard.

Openings

BBQ Town
Brought to you by the team behind Hanok Korean BBQ, BBQ Town arrives at Charlestown Square’s South Piazza in the former Bavarian spot.
Where: 30 Pearson St, Charlestown

Busan Chicken Hub 
Expanding upon their Cardiff Store, Busan Chicken Hub officially opened its second space right in the heart of Newcastle situated in the former Blue Door City space in Wheeler Place.
Where: 363-365 Hunter St, Newcastle

Floozy Merewether
Floozy Coffee have taken over the former Cuppa Joe’s spot on Llewellyn Street in Merewether, opening their second shop.
Where: 34 Llewellyn St, Merewether

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Events

Thursday 7 November

Friday 8 November

Saturday 9 November

Sunday 10 November

Activities

Families

The Mall Street Party - Hunter Street Mall, Newcastle | Saturday 9 November 10am to 2pm.

A day filled with activities from Lyrique Lane to Watt St! Shops will have an exclusive one-day offer plus live performances and kids act’ activities. Find out more

Dungog Show - Dungog Showground | 8 and 9 November

The 129th year of the Dungog Show, one of Australia’s oldest country shows. Whether you visit for the agriculture, the pavilion and cattle display or the thrill of the post-splitting competitions, there’s something for everyone.

Adults

Tipsy Sketch Club - Modus Merewhether | Thursday 7 November
Join The Tipsy Sketching Club for a night of fun, life drawing, and beverages at Merewether's locally owned craft brewery!

Gin and Jazz with Earp Masterclass, Customs House Hotel | Saturday 9 November from 11.30am

A celebration of all things Gin. Taste all of Earp's classics with a special surprise or two. Grazing board included. Find out more or book 

Mindful Meets - Good Brother, Newcastle | Saturday 9 November 3.30pm to 6pm.

Enjoy uninterrupted time away from your digital distractions to catch up on some reading or journaling - or just doing nothing. And then enjoy some social time with mindful conversations. As usual, all are welcome. Safe and inclusive space. Come alone or bring your bestie, your mum, your grandpa - anyone. Secure a spot

Hunter Record Fair - Thirsty Messiah Brewery | Saturday 9 November

The Hunter's largest record and CD fair is on again. Join us at Thirsty Messiah Brewery, where lots of the regular Kotara High stallholders, plus some exciting new ones, will be offering a massive range of both new and second-hand vinyl records and CDs!

Clay Workshop with OAS Clay Creative - Earp Distilling Co | Saturday 9 November
Gather for a memorable hand-building experience while you enjoy two hours of sculpting magic, hosted by OAS Clay Creative. You will get to craft your own clay masterpiece, choosing from a vase, mug or bowl, while sipping on refreshing drinks to fuel your artistic flair.

Baby Boomers Live Comedy Tribute of Music Legends, Flamingos, Lambton. | Sunday 10 November, 2:00pm.

Search it on You Tube. Too incredible to explain. The Baby Boomers Live Comedy Tribute of Music Legends also featuring unique AI masking technology. One show only $49.

MEND & MAKE DO - Miss Porter’s House Museum | Sunday 10th November 1pm – 4pm

Visit the November display and see tips for a sustainable future as practiced in the early twentieth century. Just like great-grandmother, Florence, Ella and Hazel Porter made, mended and recycled clothing, shoes, furniture, soap, flour bags and much more. Frugal habits and careful budgeting meant that the Porters really did MEND & MAKE DO. Find out more and get tickets here

Do you have an event for me to include? - Reply to this email and let me know the details and I will add it.

Miscellaneous

Christmas Countdown

Some may not want to hear this, but Christmas is approaching, FAST!

I will populate this section each week as we progress to Christmas with everything Newcastle Christmas-related.

Let's start with the specialty Christmas stores that have already started trading.

• Christmas World at Newcastle - 131/137 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292

• Forever Christmas - 199 Maitland Rd, Mayfield NSW 2304

• Christmas Lane - 98 Close St, Morpeth NSW 2321

• Hunter Valley Christmas Shop - Hunter Valley Gardens Village, Shop 16/20290 Broke Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2030

If anyone has any Christmas events, please let me know by replying to the email.

Coming soon

Crafted Beer Festival | November 16

Newcastle beer lovers, mark your calendars! For the first time ever, the renowned Crafted Beer Festival is making its way to Newcastle Foreshore on Saturday, November 16. Get your tickets here