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CANADA D'EH - WINTER WONDERLAND
BIGGEST CANADA DAY PARTY IN THE WORLD...again

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	~CANADA D'EH - TAKE-OFF TO THE GREAT WHITE NORTH~
When	Saturday, 29 June 2024, 2:00pm til 1:00am
Where	Greenwood Hotel, Greenwood Plaza, above North Sydney Station
What	Canadian & RnB DJ's, Caesars, Poutine, Perogies, Our Famous Trivia Comp & Game Shows, Street Hockey Tournament, Win a return trip to Canada anywhere United flies thanks to United Airlines, lots of fun & games, $25k+ in prizes & giveaways and LOTS more!
Dress	Canadian!!!
Cover	Before 4:00pm: $10 if you're dressed Canadian ($25 otherwise) After 4:00pm: $15 if you're dressed Canadian ($25 otherwise)
RSVPs	There's no guest list so RSVPs aren't required but always appreciated. Limited dinner bookings are possible via the venue's website (link tba) Tickets: you don't need tix but if you want to guarantee your entry then get them here
Join	Join the Event on Facebook
Note	Absolutely everyone welcome so don't just bring your Canadian friends!

~ BIGGEST IN THE WORLD ~
We're aiming for THE BIGGEST CANADA DAY CELEBRATION IN THE WORLD...again! Spread the word

★ $25,000+ in prizes & giveaways including a RETURN TRIP ANYWHERE IN CANADA UNITED FLIES thx to United Airlines
★ Free STREET HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
★ Canadian & RnB DJ's
★ Caesars, Poutine, Perogies, Wings & more
★ Trivia comps, game shows & surprises
★ Huge outdoor space! Huge indoor space! Two different DJ areas simultaneously!
★ Family friendly til 7pm (after that it gets a bit racy). Also pet friendly
★ And 5 tonnes of snow!!!

So much happening. But basically, we're doing again the true Canadian way!!

Join the Facebook event and invite others and win some fun giveaways in the lead-up to the party!.

Get tix if HERE if you want them.

~ FREE STREET HOCKEY TOURNAMENT 2PM-6PM ~
★ It's free to play & the amazing people at Skaters Network are supplying all sticks, nets, balls, etc. We'll also have $2,000+ of prizes for the tourny (and some fun games)
★ REGISTER as an individual or register a team by email to info@networkcanada.com.au before 20 June
★ we'll also accept some walk-ins on the day (details TBA)
★ teams can be up to 9 people but must have diversity! That is, they must have at least 2 people not of the same "gender" (at least 1 person of a different gender must be playing at any point in time). This is an INCLUSIVE tournament so all walks of life should feel very welcome. Some games will be 5 on 5, some will be 4 on 4
★ Prizes not just for winners also best team uniforms, spirit awards, etc. Our Commissioner of Hockey will post more soon!
★ for all specifics of the tournament check back here as well as the Street Hocley Rules & Waiver

~ VOLUNTEERS HAVE MORE FUN! ~
★ We're looking for some very fun volunteers on the night for an hour or so. Email if interested.

~ ENTRY ~
★ Before 4pm: $10 if you're dressed Canadian" ($25 otherwise) plus a bonus prize draw
★ After 4pm: $15 if you're dressed "Canadian" ($25 otherwise)
★ so dress up and come early! What does dressing "Canadian" mean? We're not sure but putting on a red hat or shirt doesn't count.. you gotta make at least some effort
★ Fyi, you do not need tickets (ie you can buy at the door if you prefer), just show up (discount entry if you're dressed Canadian)! But if you're working late and worried it'll fill up there's a limited amount of guaranteed entry tix here

~ TABLE BOOKINGS ~
★ There's some limited table bookings available for 2:30pm-5:30pm and 6:00pm seatings. Note that some tables will need to be moved later in the evening to make room for dancing! Request a table online: https://greenwoodhotel.com/table-booking/
★ We're also keeping lots of tables open for walk-ins and there's plenty of space for eating, drinking, dancing, fun, games and some surprises of course!

~ FREE PARKING ~
First of all, you shouldn't drive cause (a) we're gonna party hard and (b) this place is right above North Sydney Train Station!! But if you do, parking is max $10 all day (you can leave any time up to 4am) but it's also free any time after 4pm with validation from the venue!!!

We also respectfully acknowledge the Cammerygal of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of the land we now call North Sydney and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

~ EVENT OVERVIEW ~
More info coming soon but here's what we know so far..

★ 2PM DOORS OPEN
★ Free STREET HOCKEY TOURNAMENT starts 2pm (sign-up details below)
★ Bar opens with CAESAR specials
★ Kitchen opens with REAL POUTINE, PEROGIES, FATBOY BURGERS, CHILLI DOGS, WINGS, AWESOME CANADIAN DESSERTS and other Canadian favourites
★ Kids also welcome during this time if accompanied by a parent. There'll be some kids meals. However, things will get a bit racy after 7pm so no kids after that
★ 2:15pm paying respects to original #215 and acknowledgement of Country
★ 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30: Trivia Comps & Game Shows with over $3,000 of prizes, giveaways and other fun challenges!
★ 5:15pm - earlybird charity raffle & lucky door prizes draw. Over $2k in prizes and all winners get their tickets put back so they can win in later draws too!
★ 7pm - 9pm.. roving games party crew. Get ready to get silly.. if they find you!
★ 7pm til late, late, late: 2 DJ areas inc the amazing skillz of DJs Oso (aka The Bear), Zapha & more
★ MAIN STAGE.. starts 2pm with all things Canadian, some classics early in the day and getting VERY dancy as night progresses
★ CHAPEL.. this beautiful old church kicks-off around 8pm starting with amazing RnB, Party Jams, Hip Hop and evolving over the night depending on the crowd so anything is on the (turn)table!
★ 8:30pm & 10:30pm: Charity Raffles & Free Door Prize Draws including a RETURN TRIP TO ANYWHERE IN CANADA UNITED FLIES thanks to the amazing UNITED AIRLINES
★Charity raffle tix available at the party supporting United Way's local community projects of Indigenous children. Specifically, United Way's initiative in Mt Druitt which works closely with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to create successful early learning outcomes
★ Things could move around a bit!

~ HOW CAN SO MUCHHAPPEN AT ONE PARTY? ~
Thanks to our amazing sponsors! They don't ask for much and genuinely want to show their support and thanks to the Canadian community so they deserve some mention and our support in return:

★ United Airlines
★ Canadian Club Whisky
★ Skaters Network
★ Costco Wholesale
★ Molson Coors
★ Hungry Jacks
★ Outback Steakhouse
★ Brooklyn Boy Bagels
★ Batch Brewing Co.
★ OFX
★ Wingmill
★ Jelly Belly
★ Chico's Mexican Bar & Grill
★ Bonza Bike Tours
★ Sal's Authentic NY Pizza
★ O Canada - one stop Canuck Shop!
★ Lenny Briskets
★ Sydney Bears Ice Hockey
★ Van Holten's Pickles
★ Sydney Sirens Ice Hockey
★ United Way

~ MORE ABOUT GRAND PRIZE ~

✈️ UNITED AIRLINES RETURN TRIP ANYWHERE IN CANADA UNITED FLIES

✈ Winner must be resident of Australia only aged 18 years or over. Prize: return Economy flight from Sydney to anywhere in Canada United Airlines flies (inc Vancouver, Calgary Toronto, Montreal and possibly more) and excludes all taxes. A Prize Voucher / Electronic Certificate will be provided to the winner with details of how to book and full T&Cs.

✈ As usual, United Airlines are being amazing about this! Prize value is dependent on the timing of booking. No accommodation, hospitality or transfers are included in this prize. All prize travel will be subject to United Airline's general terms and conditions, and conditions of carriage, to view visit www.united.com. Prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer

Sending out lots of love & positive vibes to you all

4th of JULY - BY SYDNEY AMERICANS
The biggest 4th of July / Independence Day Celebration in the Southern Hemisphere

Biggest American Indpendence Day Party in Australia

	~Celebrating all that is Red, White & Blue~
When	Thursday, the 4 of July 2024r
Where	PONTOON BAR - Cockle Bay, Sydney CBD
What	Awesome music & live American DJ’s, American Chef kitchen takeover, American drink specials, Clear Pong, Cornhole, Line dancing, our famous Trivia comps, lots of fun & games and more! Over $20,000 in prizes & giveaways including a RETURN TRIP TO ANYWHERE IN THE USA THAT UNITED FLIES THANKS TO UNITED AIRLINES!
Dress	as American as Apple Pie
Cover	GET TICKETS HERE
RSVPs	Ticketed event
Join	Join the Event on Facebook
Note	Absolutely everyone welcome so don't just bring your American friends!

★ THURSDAY 4th of JULY, PONTOON BAR ★
TAKE THE NEXT DAY OFF WORK cuz it's the biggest 4th of July American Independence Day Party in the Southern Hemisphere... again! By Americans, for Americans & our friends..

★ EVENT OVERVIEW ★

★ AUTHENTIC AMERICAN FOOD.. legit barbecue from Carolina Smoke (from North Carolina), Brooklyn Boy Bagels, pumpkin pies, chili dogs & more (see below for more)
★ $20,000+ in prizes & giveaways inc a RETURN TRIP TO ANYWHERE IN AMERICA UNITED FLIES thx to United Airlines
★ Awesome music & live American DJs
★ Cornhole all day/evening/night plus some Cornhole Speed Tourneys (2pm & 6pm) with prizes
★ Clear Pong plus a tourney later in the night
★ Trivia & Game show comps (3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm), game shows & surprises with over $2,000 in prizes
★ 5pm - earlybird charity raffle & lucky door prizes draw. And all winners get their tickets put back so they can win in later draws too!
★ 3pm - free American Whiskey Tasting (3 samples each) thanks to Jim Beam
★ Charity raffle supporting United Way's local community projects of Indigenous children in Mt Druitt
★ 8pm & 10pm: Charity Raffles & Free Door Prize Draws including a RETURN TRIP TO ANYWHERE IN THE USA UNITED FLIES (and that's a LOT of places!)
★ DRESS: as American as Apple Pie! The theme is all things USA and there's prizes for best dressed! Everyone's welcome so don't just invite your American friends
★ Family friendly til 6pm
★ FREE GIVEAWAYS every few days in lead-up to party on Facebook & Instagram
★ Plus no leaves this party empty handed as we've got so many prizes thanks to our amazing sponsors

★ ALL AMERICAN FOOD FEST ★

★ Authentic North Carolina barbecue. Nick, the founder of Carolina Smoke, hails from Fayetteville North Carolina only serves the real deal. He'll be giving us an exclusive pop-up on the day including some Carloina style pulled pork, the best brisket ever, mac n cheese, dirty rice and more.
★ American-owned (NY) Brooklyn Boy Bagels will be collaborating with the venue to bring us not only pizza bagels but the BEST pumpkin pies in the world!!
★ Lots of other American classics inc legit chili dogs, fatboy burgers, Baja style fish tacos, pizzas & more
★ Full USA drinks menu including Coors & Jim Beam specials, American Whiskey Bar, Lageritas and cocktails

GET READY TO EAT

★ TICKETS & GENERAL ENTRY ★

★ EARLYBIRD SPECIAL - free entry with the advance purchase of a charity raffle ticket ($10). You'll get your charity raffle ticket as soon as you enter the party. You can buy extra raffle tix on the night if you like
★ WALK-INS ON THE DAY - also welcome and the earlier you get there the better your chances. Also note, if things fill up then the priority goes to those who purchases advanced tix
★ CHILDREN - under 18s are welcome until 6pm. Ticket are $3 for under all 18s (does not include charity raffle ticket). All kids (and all adults too) will be getting some American treats on their way out!
★ Dress: as American as Apple Pie! The theme is all things USA and there are prizes for best dressed! Everyone's welcome so don't just invite your American friends

★ SO MANY GIVEAWAYS ★

★ We've got so many prizes we'll be doing some fun giveaways in the lead-up to the partyon facebook and instagram
★ Plus no one will leave this party empty handed!

★ VOLUNTEERS HAVE MORE FUN! ★

★ We're looking for some very fun volunteers on the night for an hour or so. Chances are if you're smart enough to be reading this, then you understand why volunteers have more fun!
★ Message us if interested via Instagram or email

★ HOW CAN SO MUCH HAPPEN AT ONE PARTY? ★

Thanks to our amazing sponsors! They don't ask for much and genuinely want to show their support and thanks to the American community so they deserve some mention and our support in return:

★United Airlines
★ Coors
★ Jim Beam
★ Miller
★ Costco Wholesale
★ Hungry Jacks
★ Outback Steakhouse
★ Brooklyn Boy Bagels
★ Batch Brewing Co.
★ OFX
★ Lenny Briskets
★ Sal's Authentic NY Pizza
★ Wingmill
★ Jelly Belly
★ Bonza Bike Tours
★ Carolina Smoke
★ USA Foods
★ Van Holten's Pickles
★ United Way

★ MORE ABOUT GRAND PRIZE ★

★ UNITED AIRLINES RETURN TRIP TO ANYWHERE IN AMERICA UNITED FLIES!!
★ Winner must be aged 18 years or over. Prize: 1 return Economy flight from Sydney to anywhere in America United Airlines flies and excludes all taxes. A Prize Voucher / Electronic Certificate will be provided to the winner with details of how to book and full T&Cs.
★ As usual, United Airlines are being amazing about this! Prize value is dependent on the timing of booking. No accommodation, hospitality or transfers are included in this prize. All prize travel will be subject to United Airline's general terms and conditions, and conditions of carriage, to view visit www.united.com. Prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer

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