Unless you've been born into a well to do old Adelaide family - and you're a gentleman - you're…read moreunlikely to ever get past the front door of The Adelaide Club. This is an exclusive 'gentleman's club' the likes of which don't exist in many places these days. The club was established back in 1863 and its still stands today in its original location on North Terrace. Much of the exterior of the building has remained unchanged since those early days but those 'allowed' inside report that it has undergone a myriad of changes inside through the years. Not that average bods like you and I can get in there but those who have say there's a library, billiards room, bar, library, cards room and of course accommodation. If you come from old Adelaide money, you may get inside one day but I don't like my chances of ever paying them a visit. I'm sure this establishment is deserving of five stars but its exclusivity status prevents me from granting it - so there!

or secret Mens society, as I like to call it…read more It's that exclusive, that the staff are contracted to keep their mouths shut about anything and everything that happens within The Adelaide Club walls. Now it isn't just old Adelaide money, its for anyone of a certain upper class in society who also happens to drive a Bentley and isn't still paying it off. There is a restaurant which offers silver service, a smoking room for enjoying a fine Cuban cigar... and accommodation. I'm of course just going by what I've been told, The Adelaide Club is for doctors and lawyers and their home away from home wifeys. I would be concerned if my partner was frequenting this gentlemens club, the exclusivity is ridiculous and dated and the secrecy is just plain uncomfortable.

New to Adelaide..The A Club brought to you by the A Team. Stop by to meet some very cool cats…read more Great atmosphere, beats and bartenders.

Is learning how to fly on your bucket list? Do your arms hurt when you try it without an aircraft?…read moreIf the answer is "Yes" to either of these then look no further! The Adelaide Soaring Club is the ONLY place to be. Yes it's a bit far out to travel perhaps - but learning to fly over the Barossa Valley makes up for it. Depending on the sort of licence you want (Recreational, gliding, private pilot etc) will determine the total price. But a recreational licence for example would be around the $4k mark. I'm learning at the moment as it was top of my bucket list and it's been a dream for most of my life. The instructors are fantastic and most importantly - patient! Instruction days are Wednesday and Saturday with each lesson costing you around $140 per 90 minutes. You'll learn in a cool Jabiru 170 2 seater light aircraft - so easy to pilot! The best way for you to find out is by taking a Trial Instruction Flight which will only cost you $100 for 30 minutes and can be booked by either phoning (M-F) or on their website. Don't wait til you're an Angel - get your wings early! It's AWESOME FUN!!

The first time I went to Hubbe Court I had no idea what to expect…read more I had heard from a friend of a friend that a life drawing group was held there weekly, on Thursday nights from 7pm onward. My memory of arriving there is vivid. I had never been to life drawing before and as you may expect I was a little bit nervous. My heightened sensitivity was enhanced as I was greeted by the blaring sounds of Ravi Shankar and a bearded bohemian man, more so, perhaps than by the naked lady posing in the centre of the room. The Art and Craft Centre is ideally situated in the centre of a park at the end of hubby court. It is surrounded by towering ancient eucalypts and the chirping of native birds and is encircled by a small winding creek. In addition to hosting the life drawing night the Art and Craft Centre also houses the Ruth Tuck Art School, which specializes in children's art education as well as adult education in watercolour and printmaking. In addition, workshops in various fields, such as pottery, sculpture, painting and drawing, are also held from time to time at Hubbe Court. I have now become a regular at the Thursday night life drawing group and have developed great friendships with the other artists who draw there. Although there is a bit of an age gap between myself and the majority of the group (although there are a few other youngsters who come along from time to time) this has been no obstacle to our friendship, and newcomers of all ages are always welcome. Whilst no direct instruction is provided at the group, through the influence and advice of the artists at Hubby Court i have seen my self develop from a totally talentless worthless shmuck, to a totally talentless worthless shmuck who can almost draw the figure pretty good. And I'm pretty happy with that. Drawing commences at 7 and concludes at Ten. There is also a short break at half time at which complementary tea, coffee and biscuits are served. Entry is $8.

Any southern suburbs Op-Shop/Second-hand aficionado worth their salt knows about this shop/sale…read more Every first Sunday of the month (unless a public holiday conflict should postpone it until the following weekend) the sale Brigadoons the sheded area by the train tracks, bringing mystical treasures with it. The Lions Club of Brighton volunteers are friendly and helpful and wander around in yellow and navy uniforms to pay and assist. Although most are quite a bit older than me, they're all fun and easy to talk to, always ready for a chit chat or a joke. They're good eggs. The sale operates for fundraising purposes for the club and the many charity and motivational programs that it runs. They can give change but I'd bring some. If you want some absolute steals then I suggest getting there as close to 9am as possible, as along with op-shop enthusiasts, antique/second-hand dealers also know about this sale and tend to get in right on the gate's opening. This place has a massive range of bric-a-brac, furniture, tools, books, records and clothes (see photos), so chances are if you are looking for something in particular it will be there, or show up one Sunday. Despite the place having everything, it also has a big turnover of goods/donations and each Sunday it'll have one of a kind items (the like of which you will not get elsewhere). It's not the place to consider buying something, it won't be there again when you go back. For example, Sunday a month ago I considered buying this giant Statue of David alcohol bottle and this Sunday looked, nope, not there. What was there this Sunday for me was a vintage chrome and formica sewing table for $5, a hat with a $250 tag still inside also for $5, and an amazing jacket that makes me look the business. I also bought a replacement guitar hero guitar for my brother which they've said if it doesn't work I can return to the bookshop on Thursday. On Thursdays during the week the Lions Club of Brighton run the bookshop portion of this sale. Some hard to find books are here and everything is labelled and in separate sections for easy browsing.