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November book club - first event!

November book club - first event!

Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM
From Tales to Remember Book Club

Our very first meeting of Tales to Remember BC! This month we will be reading Wool by Hugh Howey, a fascinating post-apocalyptic novel. We will start from 7pm. Please note that there will be a structure to the book chat, particularly early on. The Union Club offers dining and bevvies - please support the venue as you can. This book club is designed for making new friends and bonding over great stories, as an inclusive, progressive space. Although many of us feel strongly about books, please remember to respect others attending - even if you don't agree on a topic / issue.

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【MAC Official】 🐠🎫 MAC VISITS MELBOURNE AQUARIUM × ANIMAL CROSSING! 🎫🐠

【MAC Official】 🐠🎫 MAC VISITS MELBOURNE AQUARIUM × ANIMAL CROSSING! 🎫🐠

Sun, Nov 8, 1:00 AM
From MELBOURNE ANIME CLUB
4.8

# 🐠🎫 MAC VISITS SEA LIFE MELBOURNE AQUARIUM × ANIMAL CROSSING! 🎫🐠 [MAXIMUM CAPACITY REACHED] Calling all Animal Crossing fans and aquatic lovers! 🐬✚ We are heading to the Melbourne Aquarium for an extra special event. **This is the final day** of the official *Animal Crossing: New Horizons* partnership at SEA LIFE Melbourne! Come collect character stamps on your walkthrough island quest and snap an exclusive photo with **Isabelle**! 🍃📞 **GET A DISCOUNT HERE:** Groupon is running a promotion, where you can get adult general admission tickets, for the same price as a child's online ticket! **Instead of paying $39 online, it only costs $19!** You need to have Groupon's free membership, and buy the ticket via Groupon: [https://www.groupon.com.au/deals/gl-sea-life-melbourne-4](https://www.groupon.com.au/deals/gl-sea-life-melbourne-4 "https://www.groupon.com.au/deals/gl-sea-life-melbourne-4") **Please purchase your ticket for 8th November @ 1.30pm before you RSVP here.** MAC is a 100% not-for-profit community. So we don't get any kickback from Groupon, or any place we visit! Savings go straight to members\~! **(A BIG THANKS TO JO For finding this super deal!!!)** **If anyone isnt sure about whether or not to come along this is a sign!!** For others who may have already purchased your tickets just remember each dollar helps out to support all the sea life and conservation taking place to stop certain species from going extinct \~ ### 📍 EVENT DETAILS * **Date:** Sunday, 8 November 2026 * **Location:** SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium (King St & Flinders St, Melbourne CBD) * **Tickets:** Members will need to pre-purchase their entry tickets directly from the [SEA LIFE Melbourne website](https://www.visitsealife.com/melbourne/) in advance! 🎟 * 🎟 **Commitment Fee ($2):** To ensure every spot goes to someone who can make it and keep our group size accurate, there is a small $2 RSVP fee. This helps us prevent no-shows and ensures everyone who wants to join gets a chance! ### 🗺 THE PLAN FOR THE DAY 1. **12:00 PM (Lunch):** Meet nearby at Crown MAGURO Bar for a yummy lunch. There are small sushi options and full meals here! [https://share.google/gaZpaLy2BeEqCVey1](https://share.google/gaZpaLy2BeEqCVey1) 2. **1:10 PM:** Walk over to the Aquarium entrance together. 3. **1:15 PM – 1:30 PM:** Head inside and begin our stamp collection quest! 🗺 \*If you are not joining us for lunch please arrive by 1:15pm!! 4. **2:00 PM:** **ISABELLE PHOTO OP!** 📞 Meet Isabelle for our special group/individual photos. 5. **2:30 PM Onwards:** Explore the penguin exhibit, ocean tunnel, and aquatic displays at your own pace. 6. **Early Finish:** We will have an early finish as we wrap up our walkthrough, leaving plenty of time for you to relax for the rest of your Sunday evening! 🌅 ### 📱 IMPORTANT LOGISTICS * **RSVP & Discord:** Please RSVP here and ensure you are in our Discord server! **You will need Discord on the day** to coordinate meeting up for lunch and finding the group if you get separated inside the aquarium. 💬 **[Join MAC Discord Here](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F)** * **Timeliness:** Please arrive on time for lunch or meet us at the entrance by 1:15 PM sharp (we will arrive between 1.15 to 1:30pm and we want you ready to head in with us!) so we don't miss our 2:00 PM Isabelle photo session! * **Drop-in Policy:** Strictly **NO DROP-INS**. All attendees must be RSVP'd. * **What to Bring:** Comfortable walking shoes, money for lunch/entry/souvenirs, and your camera or phone! ### 📞 PHOTOS & MEMORIES We love capturing the fun! By RSVPing, you're cool with candid photos being taken during the event. If we line up for a posed group photo and you’d rather sit it out, no worries at all—just step aside or let Bec know! ### 🌞 ACCESSIBILITY & CARERS MAC is committed to being an inclusive, supportive space. * Where a carer is required, they must attend and hold a valid ticket alongside the participant. * Carers play an important role in facilitating a smooth day, as MAC organizers are not trained to provide medical or personal care assistance. ### 💖 COMMUNITY GUIDELINES & SAFE SPACE We’re all here to have a wholesome, fun time together! By RSVPing, you agree to uphold MAC’s core values of **kindness, thoughtfulness, and respect**. * **Safe Space Policy:** Bullying, harassment, or bad behavior disguised as "jokes" isn't our vibe. Please call out disrespect or reach out to an organizer so we can keep MAC welcoming for everyone. * **Club Terms & Etiquette:** To help our hosts run smooth events and protect the community atmosphere we've built, we ask everyone to follow our standard event guidelines. Please check out our full terms and policies on our Discord server! *Legal Disclaimer: Upon RSVPing, you assume all personal risks associated with the activity and release Melbourne Anime Community, hosts, and volunteers from liability regarding personal injury, loss, or property damage.*

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【MAC Official】 🎫 🊖 MAC x GODZILLA SCREENING — (Godzilla Day!)! 🎫 🊖

【MAC Official】 🎫 🊖 MAC x GODZILLA SCREENING — (Godzilla Day!)! 🎫 🊖

Tue, Nov 3, 7:30 AM
From MELBOURNE ANIME CLUB
4.8

# Hold onto your popcorn—the King of the Monsters is back! Hi everyone! Did I hear a roar? Clear the streets—the King of the Monsters is taking over the big screen! An official MAC meetup post for our Godzilla screening is on its way, but **please hold off on buying your tickets until after our Halloween meetup this Sunday!** That way, we can buy our tickets together in person so everyone gets seats next to each other for the show. 🍿🎬 \*If you've already bought your ticket and have seats further away that is 100% okay too!! Even better, our screening takes place right around **Godzilla Day** (November 3rd, the official birthday of the franchise celebrating the release of the 1954 classic!), so there's no better way for us to celebrate together!! ### 📅 Event Details & Agenda * **Date:** Tuesday, November 3rd (Godzilla's Birthday!) * **Location:** HOYTS Melbourne Central * **Movie Link:** [HOYTS Godzilla Screening Details](https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/godzilla-minus-zero-japanese-eng-sub) **Schedule:** * **6:30 PM:** Meetup at HOYTS Melbourne Central * **6:45 PM:** Enter theater & find our seats * **9:15 PM:** Movie finishes * **Post-Movie (Optional):** Late-night dinner / desserts afterwards! 🍚🍜 **What to do now:** 1. Save the date in your calendar! 2. Catch us at the Halloween meetup this Sunday (Nov 1st) so we can coordinate and lock in seats as a group. \*If you've already bought your ticket and have seats further away that is 100% okay too!! Can't wait to stomp into Melbourne Central with you all! 🊖🔥 ### 📞 PHOTOS & MEMORIES We love capturing the fun! By RSVPing, you're cool with candid photos being taken during the event. If we line up for a posed group photo and you’d rather sit it out, no worries at all—just step aside or let Bec know! ### 🌞 ACCESSIBILITY & CARERS MAC is committed to being an inclusive, supportive space. * Where a carer is required, they must attend and hold a valid ticket alongside the participant. * Carers play an important role in facilitating a smooth day, as MAC organizers are not trained to provide medical or personal care assistance. We also value carers and see the benefits of when a carer actively supports a participant to bridge gaps, break ice and help to create friendships!! If you need a excellent carer who can help facilitate building friendships for you please reach out and we will happily refer you. (We do not get kick backs or commissions and it is simply our way of supporting members and inclusion!) ### 💖 COMMUNITY GUIDELINES & SAFE SPACE We’re all here to have a wholesome, fun time together! By RSVPing, you agree to uphold MAC’s core values of **kindness, thoughtfulness, and respect**. * **Safe Space Policy:** Bullying, harassment, or bad behavior disguised as "jokes" isn't our vibe. Please call out disrespect or reach out to an organizer so we can keep MAC welcoming for everyone. * **Club Terms & Etiquette:** To help our hosts run smooth events and protect the community atmosphere we've built, we ask everyone to follow our standard event guidelines. Please check out our full terms and policies on our Discord server! *Legal Disclaimer: Upon RSVPing, you assume all personal risks associated with the activity and release Melbourne Anime Community, hosts, and volunteers from liability regarding personal injury, loss, or property damage.*

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Otakusphere - Fortress Hangout

Otakusphere - Fortress Hangout

Sat, Nov 14, 7:30 AM
From Otakusphere
4.9

Welcome and thanks for stopping by! **What is Otakusphere?** Otakusphere is Melbourne's newest anime, gaming and pop culture club. A place for geeks, nerds, weebs and all manner of other passionate individuals to get together, share their interests and meet some new people. Come be a part of an amazing group of people and find your next favourite movie, anime series, cosplay inspiration or best-friend-forever! **What is involved?** This event is intended as a **casual hangout,** aimed at providing an introduction to prospective and existing members of OS. Agenda is basically: * Meet some new and old friends * Bring/rent some boardgames and have a play * Food and drinks * Chat about all things anime, gaming and pop culture! **Do I need to RSVP?** Please do, so I know how many nametags to make :) **Where to find us?** * Table will be marked by a pair of plush birds. * Pull up a chair and don't be shy! * Fortress is a licenced venue. Photo ID/Proof of Age may be required on entry. * Fortress is a Card Only space, so no cash is accepted at the bar **Discord** All major communication and community chat happens on the OS Discord server, so come connect and say Hi :) https://discord.gg/AEkT4BqtHw

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Book Club at Iddy Biddy

Book Club at Iddy Biddy

Mon, Nov 9, 8:30 AM
From Iddy Biddy Book Club

**Bookaholics Anonymous - stop scrolling and start reading** **Calling all book lovers and enthusiasts to a new monthly pub book club at Iddy Bar in St Kilda at 7.30pm sharp on Monday 2 November.** **Hosted by author Annie Lawson, we will chat about our favourite books of all time this month.** **Book of the month: Big Little Lies** **What - Bookaholics Anonymous** **Where - Iddy Biddy Bar** **When - 7.30pm, 2 November** **How often - Monthly** **Who - Anyone who wants to stop scrolling and start reading** **Format - Find out Monday**

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🍹What About a Picnic!?🍹Language Exchange Event in Fitzroy Gardens (EN & JP)

🍹What About a Picnic!?🍹Language Exchange Event in Fitzroy Gardens (EN & JP)

Sun, Nov 8, 3:00 AM
From Melbornメむツ
4.8

RSVP first, and more people will join later! **Seeing others sign up gives everyone the confidence to come. 😊** If your plans change and you think you won't be able to make it, feel free to cancel your RSVP anytime. **蚀語亀流䌚で取り残されたず感じたこずはありたせんか問題ありたせん** **Have you felt left out in a language exchange event? Don't worry, we've got your back!** 私たちのむベントでは**しっかりず英語ず日本語の時間が区切られおいる**ので自身の蚀語のレベルによらず緎習できたす**広倧な公園で優雅な景色を味わいながら、ゞュヌス片手に蚀語孊習を楜しみたしょう** **With clearly scheduled language sessions,** you can practice the language you are learning regardless of your level! What are you waiting for? **Let's enjoy chatting in English and Japanese while taking in the strikingly beautiful nature, with a cup of juice at hand!** You don't need to bring anything except your passion for learning. Participation fees, too. **Make sure to RSVP, as the seats are limited!** **LOCATION / TIME** **Location**: Fitzroy Gardens 〒Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002 https://maps.app.goo.gl/V3WKyx1Lat71Tptp9 *There are a couple of **parking lots** nearby.* **Time**: 14:00 - 16:00 **堎所時間** **堎所**Fitzroy Gardens 〒Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002 https://maps.app.goo.gl/V3WKyx1Lat71Tptp9 **時間**14:00 - 16:00 **Participation fees** **$5 (Card or Cash)** (The participation fees will be collected when you arrive at the event.) *You will get a cup of 🍹**juice** 🍹to get started at the event!* 😋 *The types of juice served can vary from week to week!* **参加費甚** **$5 (カヌドず珟金䞡方可)** (むベント開始時に参加費ずしお$5城収させおいただきたす。 **むベント開始時に🍹ゞュヌス🍹をお配りしたす** ゞュヌスの皮類は週によっお倉動するこずがございたす。 **Schedule圓日の流れ** The organizer will collect a $5 participation fee at the beginning. 13:55 - 14:00 pm The organizer will guide participants to a seat and give them a brief overview of the event. *Don't worry! We don't forget your juice!!* (䞻催者が参加者をそれぞれのお垭ぞず案内し、簡単なむベント説明を行う 20 MIN ENGLISH TIME英語オンリヌの時間 20 MIN JAPANESE TIME日本語オンリヌの時間 20 MIN JPN & ENG TIME 英語ず日本語ミックスの時間 15:00pm -SEAT CHANGE (垭替え) & STRETCHING TIME 20 MIN ENGLISH TIME英語オンリヌの時間 20 MIN JAPANESE TIME日本語オンリヌの時間 20 MIN JPN & ENG TIME 英語ず日本語ミックスの時間 15:55 - 16:00 Wrap-up (締めの蚀葉 A WORD FROM THE ORGANIZER -Bring an umbrella ☂ -Bring a coat to keep yourself warm in case it gets windy ꩜𖊹 -In the event of rain, we will move with those who wish to continue the language exchange to the Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre. Please note that you will need to purchase a drink to use the indoor seating. Thank you for your understanding. 詳しくは**むンスタグラム**をご参照ください Check our Instagram for more info: [https://www.instagram.com/melborn_mates/](https://www.instagram.com/melborn_mates/) **🎃ハロりィンパヌティヌのチケット販売䞭です🎃** Halloween party tickets are now on sale! [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/international-halloween-party-2026-tickets-1994779454045?aff=MELBORN](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/international-halloween-party-2026-tickets-1994779454045?aff=MELBORN) **NOTES** * To ensure that everyone gets a chance to practice, **please follow the schedule.** We really appreciate your cooperation. * **RSVP is required to attend the event, as we have limited seats.** * Provided that there are **fewer than 6 participants**, including the event host, on the event day, **we may cancel the event.** In such a case, participants will be informed through DMs. * As seating for the event is limited, RSVPs may be adjusted to maintain a balanced group (e.g., nationality, gender) and ensure a smooth international exchange. We appreciate your understanding. * In the event of a potential natural disaster, we will notify **you by 22:00 p.m** the day before the event regarding whether it will proceed as scheduled. * Please make sure to **check your RSVP status** **after 10:00 a.m. on the day of the event**, just in case. * **Children under 16** must be accompanied by a guardian. * Participation for the purpose of sales, pick-up activities, religious solicitation, or MLM (network marketing) is strictly prohibited. * Participants who have RSVP’d but failed to attend more than four times may be given lower priority for future events. * We aim to provide a comfortable environment for everyone. Any behavior that makes others feel uncomfortable is not tolerated, and participants may be asked to leave and may be restricted from attending future events. * Individuals with a history of being banned from other events due to inappropriate or harmful behaviour may be refused entry to our events, even if they have not attended our events before. * Please avoid RSVP’ing to another event that takes place at the same time as ours. * Please note that we may take photos during the event to show what it’s like. If you’re not comfortable being in photos, just let us know in advance—we’ll be happy to accommodate. * To the extent permitted by law, the organizer is not responsible for issues arising from participation in the event, including food-related illness, allergic reactions, personal disputes, or other incidents beyond the organizer's reasonable control. **泚意事項** * 参加者党員が緎習できるようにするため、区切られた時間に埓っおお話しおいただくこずご協力お願いしたす。 * **人数制限**を蚭けおいたすので、**参加登録が必須**ずなりたす。 * むベント圓日に**参加者が6名未満の堎合**、むベントを**䞭止する**堎合がありたす。その際は、ダむレクトメッセヌゞにおご連絡いたしたす。 * 座垭数に限りがあるため、円滑な囜際亀流を行う目的で、囜籍や性別などのバランスを考慮し、参加状況を調敎させおいただく堎合がありたす。あらかじめご了承ください。 * 自然灜害の恐れがある堎合、むベントが予定通り開催されるかどうかに぀きたしおは、前日の**22:00たで**にご連絡いたしたす。 * **念のため、むベント圓日の10:00 a.m.以降に、ご自身で参加ステヌタスの確認をお願いいたしたす。** **16歳未満のお子様**は保護者の同䌎が必芁です。 * 営業・ナンパ行為、宗教勧誘、MLMネットワヌクビゞネスなどを目的ずした参加は固くお断りしたす。 * 参加登録RSVP埌にむベントを欠垭した回数が5回以䞊の方に぀いおは、今埌のむベントぞの参加においお、他の参加者を優先させおいただく堎合がございたす。 * 参加者の皆さんが安心しお楜しめる環境を倧切にしおいたす。他の参加者が䞍快に感じる行為が芋られた堎合、途䞭退堎や今埌の参加をお断りするこずがありたす。 * 過去に他のむベントで重倧な迷惑行為等を行ったこずが確認されおいる方や、他のむベントぞの出入りを犁止された経歎のある方に぀いおは、圓グルヌプのむベントぞの参加経隓の有無にかかわらず、入堎をお断りする堎合がございたす。 * 圓むベントず同じ時間垯に開催される他のむベントぞの同時参加登録はご遠慮ください。 * でむベントの様子を玹介するため、圓日写真を撮圱する堎合がありたす。写真に写るこずに抵抗がある方は、事前にお知らせください。配慮いたしたす。 * 法什で認められる範囲においお、むベントぞの参加に䌎っお生じた問題に぀いお、䞻催者は責任を負いたせん。これには、食䞭毒、アレルギヌ反応、参加者間のトラブル、その他䞻催者の合理的な管理が及ばない事象が含たれたす。

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform that connects people through their interests, allowing them to join groups and attend events. From cultural explorations to hobby gatherings, it facilitates social connections based on shared activities.

Yes, you can find several anime clubs in Melbourne through Meetup. These clubs are great for connecting with fellow enthusiasts and engaging in anime-related activities such as discussions, screenings, and cosplay events.

Joining anime clubs in Melbourne is straightforward. Simply search for anime groups on Meetup, check out the group descriptions, and request to join. Once approved, you can participate in their scheduled activities and gatherings.

Anime clubs in Melbourne often organize a variety of events. These might include anime screenings, cosplay meetups, discussions, and themed parties, providing members ample opportunities to engage with the community and enjoy shared interests.

It’s recommended to RSVP to events you plan to attend. This helps organizers manage participant numbers and ensure a well-organized event. Check the event details for specific RSVP instructions.

Some anime clubs may have a membership fee, but many are free to join. Occasionally, there might be costs for specific events or activities. It's best to check the individual club's information on Meetup for any potential costs.

You can use Meetup for free to find and join groups. However, some events or groups might require fees for participation or materials, so always check specific event details.

Meetup makes it easy to find other anime enthusiasts in Melbourne. Search for anime clubs in the area, browse upcoming events, and join those that match your interests. Connect and engage with like-minded fans at club gatherings.

Absolutely, you can create your own anime-themed events on Meetup. As an organizer, you can form a new group, schedule events, and gather people who share your passion for anime.

No, you are free to join multiple anime clubs on Meetup. If different clubs offer unique events or perspectives appealing to your tastes, join as many as you like to broaden your anime experience.

While Meetup connects fans with each other, meeting anime creators may not be a guaranteed outcome. However, some clubs might organize guest panels or Q&As where local creators attend events.

Meetup hosts diverse anime clubs, but there might not be a club for every specific interest. New clubs are constantly forming, so if you don’t find your niche, consider starting a group around your interest.

Yes, some anime events may be held online, especially if circumstances require it. Check the event details to see if an event is in-person or virtual to plan accordingly.

While Meetup brings people together over shared interests, forming friendships also depends on personal engagement and group dynamics. Consistent participation often enhances the potential for friendships.

The activity of anime clubs can vary throughout the year, influenced by member engagement and the availability of organizers. It's a good idea to stay updated by following clubs’ event calendars on Meetup.