The Paragon - Celebrating 100 Years
A$725
of $14,000 targetyrs ago
Closed on 24th Mar 2016 at 9:00PM.
There exists in the Blue Mountains town of Katoomba a place that has survived intact into the 21st century – a relic of another time, the Paragon Café is a rare window into our nation’s migrant history.
This year the Paragon will turn 100, and to celebrate we are aiming to publish a book about this fascinating place and the people who were there – from a fifteen-year-old Zac Simos arriving in Australia in 1912 to the present day, where this iconic building faces an uncertain future.
Greek cafés in Australian cities and towns represent a significant part of our heritage and the Paragon Café remains virtually unchanged since 1916. Two magnificent Art Deco rooms were added on in the 1930s, created by G.M. Kenworthy, a protégé of Henry White, creator of the State and Capitol Theatres in Sydney. The building was recently listed on the N.S.W. Heritage Register, however this does not guarantee its continued survival.
So be a part of history! Help us bring this great story to the wider public, and to preserve and restore this magnificent building!
This year the Paragon will turn 100, and to celebrate we are aiming to publish a book about this fascinating place and the people who were there – from a fifteen-year-old Zac Simos arriving in Australia in 1912 to the present day, where this iconic building faces an uncertain future.
Greek cafés in Australian cities and towns represent a significant part of our heritage and the Paragon Café remains virtually unchanged since 1916. Two magnificent Art Deco rooms were added on in the 1930s, created by G.M. Kenworthy, a protégé of Henry White, creator of the State and Capitol Theatres in Sydney. The building was recently listed on the N.S.W. Heritage Register, however this does not guarantee its continued survival.
So be a part of history! Help us bring this great story to the wider public, and to preserve and restore this magnificent building!
About the Friends of The Paragon
The Friends of The Paragon are a local group focused on the preservation of the Paragon Café in Katoomba, NSW. We started out in 2013 and aim to provide a forum and resource for those interested in the history and operation of The Paragon, and to foster and maintain good relations between the Blue mountains community and the business and supporters of The Paragon.
You can email us at: [email protected]
See more on our website: http://theparagonhistory.com.au/
Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendsoftheparagonkatoomba/
You can email us at: [email protected]
See more on our website: http://theparagonhistory.com.au/
Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendsoftheparagonkatoomba/
How The Funds Will Be Used
We’re putting the book together now. One of our members, former Cleo editor Patsy Hollis, is gathering stories and researching the strange and complex history of the café and the people who worked there.
Book Specification: Limp sewn paperback, 120 pages, 290 x 215mm, 157gsm gloss art printed 4-colour process throughout, cover 300gsm art board printed 4-colour process one side, gloss laminated.
Design, production and pre-press $4500 inc GST
Printing in China and shipping for 1000 copies including carriage, insurance and freight into Sydney port $6500 %20 GST $650 (subject to $AU fluctuations)
Customs clearance and transport to Katoomba approximately $1100 inc GST
Contingencies & unknowns $1250
= Total of $14,000
Any remaining funds will be used toward the preservation of the Paragon Building and its memories. The book will be a soft cover, “coffee table” style with colour illustrations and photographs - a book you'll be proud to show your friends and family.
Book Specification: Limp sewn paperback, 120 pages, 290 x 215mm, 157gsm gloss art printed 4-colour process throughout, cover 300gsm art board printed 4-colour process one side, gloss laminated.
Design, production and pre-press $4500 inc GST
Printing in China and shipping for 1000 copies including carriage, insurance and freight into Sydney port $6500 %20 GST $650 (subject to $AU fluctuations)
Customs clearance and transport to Katoomba approximately $1100 inc GST
Contingencies & unknowns $1250
= Total of $14,000
Any remaining funds will be used toward the preservation of the Paragon Building and its memories. The book will be a soft cover, “coffee table” style with colour illustrations and photographs - a book you'll be proud to show your friends and family.
Membership + Name in Book
Become a member of the Friends of the Paragon Inc, and by doing so become part of our history. As a Friend of The Paragon your name will go in a special acknowledgements section in the book. Whatever you contribute, your generosity will never be forgotten!
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Est. delivery is Sep 16
Pen + Membership
Pledge $50 or more and you will become a member of Friends of the Paragon AND receive this fine piece of Paragon stationery! (Image is an example only. Final product will have the Friends of The Paragon logo) In doing so your name will also appear in the acknowledgements section of the book.
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Est. delivery is Sep 16
Book + Pen + Membership
Pledge $100 or more and you'll receive a copy of the book, The Paragon Katoomba - Celebrating 100 years, as well as becoming a member of Friends of the Paragon - by doing so, your name will go in the acknowledgements section of the book.
5 chosen / 35 available
Est. delivery is Sep 16
Autographed Copy
Pledge $200 or more and receive a copy of the book signed by the Friends of The Paragon with a personal dedication. Plus you'll get the pen, free membership, and have your name printed in the acknowledgements section.
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Est. delivery is Sep 16
Book + Dedication
Pledging $400 will get you a personal dedication or story printed in the acknowledgements section of the book - the ultimate gift for friends and loved ones! Of course you'll still get to be a Friend of the Paragon, and we'll even throw in a pen!
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Est. delivery is Sep 16
Principal Sponsor Status
For a pledge of $2000 or more we can put your company logo in the acknowledgements section of the book. PLUS you get a copy of the book AND we will broadcast a THANK YOU on our Facebook page which will include your company logo. Your logo will also be shown at a point of sale display for the book at the Paragon Café.
0 chosen / 5 available
Est. delivery is Sep 16