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SILENT BOOK CLUB @ FITZROY GARDENS

SILENT BOOK CLUB @ FITZROY GARDENS

Sat, Oct 3, 1:00 AM
From Introverts Around The World
4.7

Welcome! Now that Spring has arrived, we're moving our book club back outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and the feel of grass under our feet. **HOW TO FIND US** We'll be on the lawn outside KereKere Green Cafe and the Visitor Information Centre with our picnic blankets. **ITINERARY** 11am: Say hi and find yourself a spot to read. No obligation to sit together - we're introverts! Order a drink or snack to support the cafe. (Their toasties are yummy.) 12.15pm: Let's gather to chat about what we read, what we loved, and why. 1pm: End of event. [OPTIONAL EXTRA] For those who are not too tired, we can go for lunch together after the event. **COST:** There is an organizer fee of $5 for this event. You can bring cash on the day or PayID me at 0403 413 056 (Serena Low). **GETTING THERE:** The closest train stations are Jolimont (4 min) and Parliament (10 min).

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Paranormal Romance Book Club and Culture

Paranormal Romance Book Club and Culture

Sat, Oct 10, 11:30 PM
From The Melbourne Sci-Fi & Fantasy Meetup Group
4.7

Hi all, Welcome to the October Paranormal Book Club!! If you love books that are lighter and fluffier to read, with supernatural elements (magic, vampires, werewolves, etc.) then you will enjoy this group. After book club we head off and become a tourist in our own city, by attending an exhibition or some other cultural activity. For October, we are going to meet at Market Lane Coffee at Queen Vic Market, where we will buy food/coffee and then go find somewhere to chat about books. After book club we will go for a walk around Queen Vic, find any second hand books we need, more food, and other interesting stalls to look at... or we might just stay seated and chat for a while! The books for Sunday 11 October 2026 are: Zucchini Cake & Zombies by RaShelle Workman [Zucchini Cake and Zombies (Broomstick Bay #1) by RaShelle Workman | Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61260200-zucchini-cake-and-zombies) The Wolf King by Lauren Palyphreyman [The Wolf King (The Wolf King, #1) by Lauren Palphreyman | Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/196920718-the-wolf-king) The Dark Lord's Guide to Dating (and Other War Crimes) by Tiffany Hunt [The Dark Lord's Guide to Dating (and Other War Crimes) by Tiffany Hunt | Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236900512-the-dark-lord-s-guide-to-dating-and-other-war-crimes) If you would like to look at all the books that we have read so far, click [here](https://1drv.ms/x/s!Am2wjNpl1c1ijCNvt-hrWM8gPaem?e=riV48x). Finally, if you can't make it, please change your RSVP to a NO. Spaces are limited, so it will give other people a chance to attend. Happy reading until then!! šŸ¤“

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10 attendees
North Melbourne Gay Speed Dating for Real Connections

North Melbourne Gay Speed Dating for Real Connections

Thu, Oct 1, 4:06 AM
From Triathlon Training Circle and Social Crew

**UPDATE: This event has been rescheduled and is moving to 8:00 PM on Sun, Oct 4 (local time).** Virtual gay speed dating via Zoom tailored for men in North Melbourne. Experience efficient individual rounds with fellow local gay men, organized by age group, all from the comfort of your home. Enjoy an easygoing night for gay singles that focuses on authentic dialogue without the need for a bar environment. [Register here to join](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=653.0&productType=onlineSpeedDatingGay&city=North%20Melbourne&groupurlname=triathlon-training-circle-and-social-crew&face_v=7.0) Please note: simply clicking RSVP is not enough to guarantee your attendance. You must finalize your registration using the link provided above because capacity is restricted and the gathering might be called off if participation is insufficient.

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Magda Szubanski: I Can't Tell You But I Will

Tue, Sep 29, 8:45 AM
From Left-of-Centre 50s+ Social Group
4.7
13 attendees

The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow

Tue, Oct 13, 8:00 AM
From The bookclub at the edge of the universe
4.8
5 attendees
September Book of the month - Lola in the Mirror

September Book of the month - Lola in the Mirror

Tue, Sep 22, 8:00 AM
From Books & Us - A Melbourne Book club
4.9

Book Club: [Lola in the Mirror](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/167582092) by Trent Dalton What if the person staring back at you in the mirror could reveal a life you never imagined? In Lola in the Mirror, Trent Dalton weaves a powerful and deeply Australian story about identity, family, friendship, grief, and the possibility of reinventing yourself. The novel follows a young woman and her mother, two fugitives constantly on the move, as they navigate life on the margins of Brisbane. Their unstable existence is shaped by poverty, crime, addiction, and the ever-present fear of being caught. Yet amid the chaos, they find moments of humour, love, loyalty, and hope. At the heart of the story is a mysterious girl who appears only in a mirror—a figure who seems to offer a glimpse into another possible life. As the protagonist becomes increasingly fascinated by this stranger, the boundaries between reality, memory, and possibility begin to blur. The mirror becomes more than a reflection; it becomes a symbol of the lives we might have lived and the choices that shape who we become. Dalton combines a gritty portrayal of life on the fringes of Australian society with moments of magical realism, creating a story that is both heartbreaking and hopeful. Lola in the Mirror explores how people survive difficult circumstances, how family can both hurt and sustain us, and whether it is ever possible to escape the story written for you by your past. Discussion Points: * How does Lola in the Mirror explore the idea of identity? How much of who we become is shaped by our circumstances, and how much is within our control? * What does the mysterious girl in the mirror represent? Is she a literal character, a symbol, or something more ambiguous? * How does the relationship between the protagonist and her mother evolve throughout the novel? What do they owe each other? * The novel explores poverty, homelessness, addiction, and crime without reducing its characters to stereotypes. How effectively does Dalton achieve this? * What role do friendship and found family play in helping the characters survive? * How does Brisbane function almost as a character in the story? What does the novel reveal about the city and the people who live on its margins? * The mirror is a recurring image throughout the novel. What does it suggest about alternate lives, regret, possibility, and self-discovery? * How does Dalton balance the novel’s darker themes with humour, tenderness, and hope? * Were there moments when you questioned what was real? How did the uncertainty affect your reading of the story? * Ultimately, is Lola in the Mirror more a story about escaping your past or learning to accept and reshape it? If your group enjoys discussing identity, family dynamics, social inequality, magical realism, and the idea of alternate lives, Lola in the Mirror offers plenty to unpack. It is also a great opportunity to explore how Australian fiction portrays people living outside the conventional boundaries of society—and what it means to find hope and connection in unexpected places.

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