Whats coming up at the Press?
Monthly meet ups in the press where you can write, share and enjoy poetry with like minded folks.
The Press Poets Salon
Wine club at the press
Come join us for cosy evenings all about wines at The Press. Our host Kat from Wine Fairy Events (winefairyevents.com.au) loves taking people on a personalised journey of wine tasting, diving into the world of flavours and aromas.
Whether we're trying out different wines with matched cheeses or figuring out the unique notes in each sip, Wine night at the Press are all about making every tasting a fun discovery; a celebration of the little things that make each wine moment special.
NIGHTS AT THE PRESS
Every Friday were open late! Come settle in after work or before dinner with live tunes by local acoustic artists. We’ll be serving up Hunter Valley wines, Newcastle beers and house made cocktails alongside charcuterie boards and little treats. The perfect stop before your weekend begins.
Our wine list will change with the seasons, carefully curated by Kat at Wine Fairy events there will always be new tastes to explore from our wonderful wine region. Our Beer list will also be dynamic, changing to explore new breweries and brews- carefully curated by Katie, who loves beer!
Trivia Night at the Press
Sugar gum rise debut ep- Rowan S Kaine
Rowan S. Kaine – Sugar Gum Rise (Debut EP) For fans of: Tom Waits, Gillian Welch, Iron & Wine, The Milk Carton Kids Sugar Gum Rise is the debut EP from singer-songwriter Rowan S. Kaine — a collection of rural folk reflections shaped by banjo, resonator guitar, accordion, and a deeply lyrical, homespun voice.
There’s intimacy in every track, blending personal storytelling with classic folk textures and a deep respect for tradition. From wry humour to aching ballads, this EP captures a quiet but striking artistic vision rooted in place, memory, and emotional truth. With support from the ineffably soulful longtime friend, Cormac Grant. https://events.humanitix.com/sugar-gum-rise-ep-launch-rowan-s-kaine-saxon-penn-supported-by-cormac-grant
Rennie Pearson: Tunes, songs & stories
Tunes, songs and stories from Ireland, Scotland and Maritime Canada. https://youtu.be/1h6ju2Np6IE
Rennie Pearson’s music is deeply rooted in the Celtic traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada, blending centuries-old melodies with fresh energy and artistry. Whether he’s performing on the wooden flute, guitar, Irish tin whistles, bodhrán, fiddle, or with his voice, his music takes audiences on a journey through history and culture.
His shows feature soaring flute melodies, captivating songs, foot-stomping jigs and reels, and heart-wrenching slow airs. Each performance is a carefully crafted tapestry of tunes, songs, and storytelling, designed to engage and transport listeners to another time and place. Rennie’s ability to transition seamlessly between high-energy tunes and emotive ballads keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, making each performance dynamic and unforgettable.